A month ago, you each received a letter from Union City Mayor and Assemblyman Brian Stack announcing his candidacy for the State Senate Seat, in the 33rd District which includes Hoboken. You also received a letter from Hoboken Councilman Ruben Ramos announcing, along with Cary Rodriquez of West New York, their candidacy for Assembly.

Today, I’m proud to announce my endorsement of the entire Column B Democrats.

As Mayor and Assemblyman, Brian has:

• Supported the state budget, which dedicates millions for property tax relief


• Voted to stabilized the tax rate in Union City


• Been and continues to be a strong advocate for our schools


• Supported and voted to save St. Mary Hospital


• Sponsored a Bill appropriating over $39 million in “Garden State Green Acres Preservation Trust Fund” which will benefit Hoboken

• Fought to save St. Mary Hospital


• Voted for reduction in spending thereby decreasing your tax burden


• Voted to increase open space throughout Hoboken


• Voted to increase affordable housing for Hoboken families

Please join me in supporting the STACK ticket by voting for Column “B” on June 5th.

Michael

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May 9, 2007

Councilman Mike Russo Thanks Residents of the Third Ward

During my campaign for Councilman, I had the opportunity to meet many new people and talk to them about real solutions for Hoboken’s problems. These conversations taught me a lot. I heard many great ideas that will help me be a better public servant.

Hoboken can have a brighter future if we all work together to keep the budget under control, build active parks, maintain smart development policies and improve our quality of life.

I’d like to thank all my volunteers who put their lives on hold to help me get re-elected to the City Council.

Lastly, I’d like to thank the voters of the Third Ward for showing such a great interest in the future of our City and for giving me the opportunity to serve them for four more years.

As always, I will be fully accessible to you for all of your concerns both large and small.