To the Editor:
Building a healthy community requires investment in resources and infrastructure.
Deputy Mayor Uma Purandare has dedicated her first term to keeping Hopewell Township healthy by promoting and safeguarding the safety and well-being of our community. I am confident she will continue that important work next term.
As Chair of the Board of Health, Uma has worked with stakeholders across the Valley, leading efforts to enter into shared services agreements that provide health services to the entire valley. This saves money for taxpayers, while improving the services available through the Health Department. She tirelessly works to improve emergency services and access to community health programs, such as the Township’s vaccine clinics for flu, COVID-19, and shingles. Uma is also an advocate for the physical and mental well-being of our residents. She serves as a liaison to the Lawrence Hopewell Trail (LHT), which promotes outdoor activities, and initiated a celebration to recognize International Yoga Day in Hopewell Township.
Uma recognizes that safe physical environments, health education, and access to clean water are critical elements to maintaining a healthy community. Because of her commitment to public safety and keeping Hopewell healthy, I am voting for Uma Purandare for Hopewell Township Committee, and I hope you will too.
Early voting will occur from October 26 to November 3, and Election Day is November 5.
Sincerely,
Deborah H. Cook
