I came to know Tom Gray through my years in our local school system, and we have stayed in touch since I graduated in 2003. I have always looked up to him. Having been his student, travel companion and long-time friend, I believe him to be exceptionally well equipped to serve on Rockport's Select Board.

For the past five years I have served on Rockport's Budget Committee, and in that time I've watched the Select Board closely and learned a lot about the demanding role they have in our local government. Tom has the personality, knowledge, compassion and character needed to be an effective and reliable addition to the board. He will be a good listener to the needs of our community and will represent us well. I am excited to vote for him on June 13.

Peter I. Johnson lives in Rockport