Elect Jeannette McCarthy Mayor "The only choice for real change."

Since our win in the preliminary election, many citizens of our city have brought to my attention that much is being said about what I am or am not, have or have not done, and will or will not do as mayor.

Some examples are that I will recklessly raise taxes, hurt veterans, retirees and local tradesmen, shut down all development in the city and cut police cadets and police. Others are that I have wasted money and am opposed to recreation for youth...etc. This is NONSENSE!

These things were not said by me and are not what I stand for. Please, just ask me.

I am an open book. I address issues up front and directly. People tell me I'm very approachable and willing to listen. I will continue to do the same if I have the honor of serving as your mayor.

Our local government has become unresponsive to the will of the people and your needs. Things have gone too far in one direction. I have the experience to bring local government back to the center and move our city forward.

Here is my telephone number (781) 893-2445. If you would like, put it on your refrigerator for future reference. Please do not hesitate to call me. That's what I am here for ‚ to help you.

Jeannette is opposed to and has been opposed to Question No. 1 since last summer when she was asked to sign the petition and refused. A 40 million dollar cut to the city budget will cause havoc to needed city services.

Jeannette believes your money should be spent wisely based upon need. Jeannette has been a fiscal watchdog. She will remember that it is not her checkbook, but yours!

As mayor, Jeannette will bring together, at a public meeting, all cable providers to address cable issues in the city, including poor reception. Jeannette will require a timely solution.

Public safety is key for the whole community. Jeannette strongly supports public safety. She was instrumental in the implementation of E-911.

Jeannette comes from a family of veterans. Her father served in the Navy in the South Pacific during World War II. Her brother is a disabled Vietnam veteran. Jeannette will not forget the needs of veterans and their families.

Many of our senior citizens are living on fixed incomes and worrying about paying for basic needs, and in some cases, choosing between medicine and food.

As mayor, Jeannette will establish a "Prescription Drug Community Fund" to ease the burden for seniors. As mayor, Jeannette will also work to ensure that seniors have a safe environment in which to live.

Jeannette supports the creation of a community center for our youth. One of the surplus school buildings would be an ideal center to keep young people busy and to serve as a community resource.

City Services
The current level of city services should be maintained, including leaf pick-up.

People of all ages cannot afford to live or stay in Waltham. As mayor, Jeannette will support the renovation of existing housing stock and the use of surplus school buildings for first-time home buyers or other affordable housing. We should be proactive rather than just responding to Chapter 40B proposals.

The Choice For Real Change!

To continue to protect your interests, Jeannette needs your vote on Tuesday, November 4, 2003.