BY PAUL MITCHELL

North Country This Week

CANTON –The Republican incumbent for a seat on the Canton Town Board believes honesty and respect, accompanied by open ears, is what constituents deserve as their town council representative.

“Residents expect someone who will be open and honest with them. Every decision I’ve made, every vote I’ve cast and every law that I have been part of enacting I have been thoughtful about how these decisions will affect everyone in the Town of Canton now and in the future. I am seeking this seat so I can continue to be that person you expect to be representing you.”

Santamoor is one of three candidates seeking two seats in the Nov. 7 election. He is challenged by Democrats Randy Brown, who was appointed earlier this year to fill out the term of Bob Washo, who resigned in December 2022,  and Democratic political new-comer Wayne Cuthbert.

Santamoor cites decades of management experience and more than 15 years of work in government accounting and management as attributes for a town councilman.

“I have been fortunate to serve residents in the Town of Canton for just about two years through the election process. I have over 40 years of management experience. I have over 15 years of experience working in government accounting and management,” he stated. “I understand the needs of the private sector as well as the public sector. I collaborate with staff as part of a team approach to staff management”

Santamoor noted he holds a bachelors in business administration with a concentration in economics and a Masters of Business Administration.

Economic challenges, including working to attract new business, are a few of Santamoor’s goals as a town board member.

“Like other towns in St. Lawrence County, the Town of Canton, faces economic challenges. We all face rising costs of doing business. Our challenge continues to be balancing those rising costs against keeping your tax dollars as low as possible,” remarked Santamoor. “I will, of course, continue ensuring that your tax dollars are spent responsibly. I am part of the Economic Development Committee. Another challenge we continue to hear about is attracting new businesses to our town. I will continue to work with all of our partners to produce thoughtful ideas to attract businesses to the Town of Canton that will support long-term growth and careers.”

A personal policy to be honest and open will continue, says Santamoor, if reelected.

“I am and will always be honored to serve the residents of the Town of Canton. I would like to continue the work you hired me for two years ago. I will continue to listen, continue to consider everyone with my decisions and I will always be honest and open. I will appreciate your vote on November 7th.”