Susan Rice is passionate about Rochester; she deserves to be mayor

To the editor:

I am writing this letter in support of Susan Rice for Mayor of our community. I have lived and worked in this community for over 40 years. I first met Susan when she opened her business on North Main. It quickly became apparent her enthusiasm for our entire community.

What struck me most was her transparency and being genuine. Her ambassador-like quality of promoting Rochester is evident, just walk by her shop and you cannot help but smile seeing the "Experience" Rochester big foot T-shirts and the "Lilac City Mugs."

We have talked about the homeless, the drug issues, parking issues, housing issues and economic development, but what is striking is the way in which the conversation always transitions into the positive and how Rochester has progressed in recent years. Listen carefully, and you will hear the vision and how she wants everyone to thrive. She is passionate about our city being inclusive and that voices are heard.

She is passionate about following procedures. She is passionate about our taxes and services. She is respectful of the voters' wishes. I recently learned more about her governmental background, appointed and elected positions and her prior municipal work. My vote goes to Susan! The community needs the passion and enthusiasm to bring about positives.

- Joette Mackenzie,

Rochester