Belmont’s future hinges on strategic economic development and a visionary approach to diversifying our tax base. As Chair of Belmont’s Economic Development Committee, I’ve had a front-row seat to the complexities and opportunities that lie in shaping our community’s fiscal future. It is with this perspective that I strongly urge Belmont to elect Geoff Lubien to the Select Board.
Belmont is on the cusp of undertaking significant initiatives that will define our economic landscape for decades to come. We are at the beginning stages of creating a refreshed Master Plan to best guide the difficult work of reworking our Zoning Bylaw for the 2030s and beyond. This collaborative effort, necessitating collaboration across our entire town government, is pivotal to position Belmont for growth. Geoff’s proven track record of leading with insight and action is exactly what Belmont needs to navigate these complex initiatives successfully.
Lubien stands apart as a candidate because of his acute understanding of economic development principles and his unparalleled ability to translate vision into reality. His commitment to planning and executing strategies is what makes him the best candidate for the Select Board. Geoff recognizes that economic vitality is not achieved through discussion alone but through deliberate, informed action that broadens our tax base, enhances community services, and improves the overall quality of life for Belmont residents.
There should be no debate in this election about the paramount importance of economic development. Geoff Lubien’s expertise, leadership, and dedication make him the best-equipped candidate to drive Belmont toward a prosperous and sustainable fiscal future. I urge my fellow residents to support Geoff Lubien, a leader who will not only champion economic development but also ensure its realization for the benefit of our entire community.
Paul Joy, Harvard Road