Abstract Candidates Profile

The Coalition to Reunite Danvers is interested in the positions of candidates running for Selectman, School Committee, Town Meeting Member, or appointed boards and commissions.

As a citizens awareness group, we are interested in candidates who subscribe to the following principles:

• Have a positive, open-minded and objective approach to setting priorities based on the Town of Danvers as a whole.
• Have the ability to disagree without being disagreeable, having civility and respect for your fellow board members, elected officials and citizens.
• Develop a strong positive relationship with residents and local businesses, recognizing and acknowledging that each has a special interest and influence in and responsibility to the Town.
• Have a "Management Theory" based on empowerment, trust and reward.
• Have a clear understanding of the roll of Selectmen and School Committee members and respect for their policy setting duties.
• Have an understanding and appreciation of how our Town Manager form of government works.
• Respect the Town Manager and his Management Team.
• Be fiscally responsible, being aware that the Town of Danvers is a multi-million dollar entity that requires a professional like approach in the long-term management and planning for the Town’s welfare in the years to come.
• Have a track record of "commitment" and / or a willingness to get involved.
• Support correcting current conditions at the High School / Middle School complex and display a firm commitment to quality education.
• Be professional in his / her approach to Town Government.
• Have the ability to maintain leadership in the face of criticism and controversy.
• Have some visibility and be electable.
• Must be honorable: his or her word is their bond.