Ed Sazo, Neighbor

If you haven&#39;t heard...I&#39;ll be looking to get elected to Waltham&#39;s City Council on Nov 8th, 2011. I care a great deal about the Waltham community as I feel it&#39;s my duty to make it the best it can be and at the same time help those in need.  Raised in an inner city, my role-models were few but I was very fortunate that my parents kept me on the straight and narrow. I want to be the role model that I seldom had and set an example for our children and young adults in Waltham. Being a councilor will be the best way to make an impact at so many levels. I am an optimist and a perfectionist. These traits are great assets but they have caused me a lot of frustration. Fortunately, I have learned to be patient. I really want to take Waltham to new levels and I pray that my neighbors give me the opportunity to do so. Check out my website: <strong>www.sazo4council.com</strong> to learn more about me.

Areas that I will focus on to improve Waltham are:<br><br>• Pushing for smart business development for both large and small businesses<br>• Job creation<br>• Upgrade city’s webpage to improve communication<br>• Maximize city budget<br>• Help Council become more efficient<br>• Elevating the elegance of Waltham by addressing stagnant projects, avoiding empty store fronts, empty buildings &amp; empty lots<br>• Provide transparency, accessibility and accountability<br>• Push for Waltham to become a 100% Green City<br>• Be a Role-model for up and coming leaders<br><br>How am I different from the rest?<br><br>• I focus on win-win solutions<br>• I am an active listener<br>• I am a problem solver<br>• I am not afraid of exploring new ideas<br>• I am a team player<br>• I bring a new perspective both culturally and professionally.<br><br>At the end of the day, Waltham residents, you are the boss. I promise to work hard so please let me work hard for you.<br><br>I respectfully ask for your vote on Nov 8th.<br><br>God bless!