Oft asked question

An  Oft Asked Question

Quote of the Day:

"Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty"  Andrew Jackson

"Pam, why did you decide to run for Office?"

Dear Voter,

Shortly after arriving in Colchester and settling into our new home, we were served with a Notice of Violation which essentially accused us of living year round in a seasonal home.  Cochester, as many of you know, is an evolving community and "camps" which at one time were seasonal converted to year round use for a variety of reasons.  We happened to purchase one such camp which was historically occupied year round for 20 years prior to our purchase. Having a passable knowledge of property rights and the Vermont Bianchi ruling,  I had no reason to believe our occupancy would be challenged. 

The final upshot of this story, very much abbreviated here,  is we appealed and won our case in Environmental Court to live year round in our home.  All's well that ends well, but this legal battle with the Town somehow quite inexplicably brought me to become engaged in the local civic affairs.

Fast forward fifteen years of public service,  and I believe now is the time to harness the experiences and education accumulated over these years for greater service to the Voters of Colchester in Montpelier.  While serving locally, I have been able to respond to neighbors and friends on  matters of local interest and inquiry.  I understand the frustrations of our citizens when trying to make sense of rules, regulations, and ordinances.  And,  as  you may imagine, if local matters are confusing,  the work performed in Montpelier can be enough to make your hair hurt.

As part of my contract with you to serve, I will work to interpret the vagaries of the Legislature, keep you apprised of Legislative action and when asked, research and respond to any inquiry you may have for me.  I will strive to find the  answer and, indeed, will many times return to Colchester with answers you prefer not to hear.  However, I pledge to work diligently on your behalf with the same intensity and fervor I applied when fighting for our very home.

Word for the Day…  bootless   useless, fruitless, to no avail.

It is a sad commentary on our cherished Democracy, when citizens become disheartened when their bootless cries seemingly go unanswered by their elected Representatives.  In my very limited capacity as your  House Representative I will work to reverse that perception.

Enjoy your Day,

Pam Loranger