This coming election is coming soon (thank goodness!), and we have lots of decisions put before us. Decision that will effect our lives from the local to national level. We hear so much about the larger races, but I hope to remind you that everything starts at the local level.

How we see our town grow, face challenges and determine its path into the future for our children and grandchildren, starts here in Lincolnville. Our Select people have a hard job. They sit in meetings, on camera, discussing issues that affect their neighbors and friends. Hard issues. Issues that can and will determine what life will be like in Lincolnville.

We have an opening for a selectman and very clear choice for that position. That choice is Josh Gerritsen.

Josh has shown us that he is willing to dig into an issue, research and find the facts so he can make educated decisions. Josh grew up in our area and lucky for us, he has made his home here and now farms. Since he has come to Lincolnville he has become active in the political process quickly, becoming a member of county and state committees. He currently serves on the Lakes and Ponds Committee and is very proud of the accomplishments they have made since he joined. He cared so much about how government can function properly that he made a documentary with our own Betty Johnson called "How County Government Works" that aired on MPBN.

Josh wants to serve the people of Lincolnville as a Selectmen. He will bring a new voice to the board. Josh is a mature, educated, dedicated and enthusiast person. He is just perfect for our next Selectman!

Please folks of Lincolnville, vote for Josh Gerritsen for our next selectman.

Representative Christine Burstein lives in Lincolnville