Kevin Smardz says the Hamburg Burger Festival was tops!

On Saturday July 21st, Kevin and his campaign team were able to spend over 12 hours at Burgerfest in the Village of Hamburg.

Kevin said, “What a great day I had visiting and talking with hundreds of people from across Hamburg. It was encouraging to experience first-hand the tremendous support I have from the residents of Hamburg. Everyone is excited for change this November.”

“Blast at the Beach” not such a blast for some!

Saturday July 28th was the annual “Blast at the Beach” in Hamburg. Teenagers abound, police everywhere and parents in lawn chairs waiting for the fireworks to start. Well the fireworks show was OK but paled in comparison to Hamburgs Freedom Festival. The funny part is that the best fireworks have yet to start.

Tom Best makes a pledge to the community!

Tom Best held another fundraiser tonight at the VFW Post 1419 on Lakeview Rd. in Hamburg tonight. More than 300 people showed up at $30 each. The evening was very pleasant and Tom made everyone feel very comfortable. Lots of raffles and prizes to go into the kitty for attending and the 50/50 went for $600 to the winner.

The highlight was Tom pledging to the residents of Hamburg that he “will do all he can, with all he has, to make Hamburg a better place to live.” That drew a lot of applause and Tom is well on his way to a win this November. Kevin Smardz showed up and was honored by Tom. Good luck to the two of them, I’m looking forward to a campaign on the issues.

Hamburg Town Councilman, Tom Quatroche, Caught lying to the town residents!

On July 16th at the last Hamburg Town Council Meeting ,Tom Quatroche objected to the appointment of Carmen Kesner and Captain Mike Williams to the respective temporary positions as Chief of Police and Assistant Chief of Police. Tom told the public his objection was because Supervisor Walters sprung the issue on the Town Council at the last minute and Tom and “Dicky” Smith were never given the opportunity to discuss the issue or interview Carmen or Mike for the position because of the short time frame. They also claimed they were unaware of the forthcoming appointments and were blocking the appointments until they had a chance to speak to both Carmen and Mike. The facts are quite different.

Here is the latest inside scoop on politics in Hamburg and beyond.

First, Paul Clark and Anthony Orsini made a huge mistake on the petitions for Clark. Supposedly the primary date was listed wrong and all those petitions were thrown out. Word is that on Thursday July 18th, Paul had an army of people out trying to gather enough signatures to protect his endorsement. No word if they got enough signatures as of yet.

Jason Womer, Independence Party Member, enters the 1st District Erie County Legislative Race!

Contributed by Jason Womer

It’s time for a change here in WNY. That’s why I’ve decided to run for Erie County Legislator 1st District on the Independence line. As a father of two little girls, I want them to grow up to have the best possible future they can have here in WNY. I know its an uphill battle for me to get elected. But its a goal that is quite possibly achievable.

Get ready to run to the Blast at the Beach!

The 17th Annual Dash ‘n’ Splash Family Fun Run

Contributed by: Town of Hamburg Recreation on 7/18/2007

	Provided by: Town of Hamburg Recreation  This 2.5 mile Annual run/walk begins at the Frontier Middle School on Amsdell Road in Hamburg and finishes at the Hamburg Town Park Beach on Lakeshore Rd. (rt.5). The proceeds from this event go to the Hamburg D.A.R.E. Unit. Entry Fee $15.00 (pre-registration) per runner $20.00 (Day of the Race) per runner $40.00 Per family of 4 ( Must live in the same residence) $5.00 per each additional family member after four For addtional information and an entry form please contact the Town of Hamburg Recreation Department at 716-646-5145!
Where:	Frontier Middle School to the Hamburg Town Park Beach
When:	9:00 AM START
Event Dates:	This event takes place on 7/28/2007.

Kevin Smardz is making headway!

Kevin Smardz recently attended the Macedonian Festival in Blasdell. He was met with great appreciation and excitement. Kevin is proceeding well in his campaign and garnering a great many believers in his message of change. Great job Kevin, keep up the good work!

Here is a small message from Kevin and his campaign staff:

On Saturday, Kevin and members of his campaign team stopped by the Macedonian Festival in Blasdell. Kevin seen many supporters who were encouraged and excited that his sole mission in this campaign is to bring fresh, new, qualified leadership to Hamburg Town Hall. He was also able to speak with many other people. Kevin said, “people who met me for the first time were energized by my message of hope for the taxpayers and families of Hamburg. The momentum for change is sweeping across our town.”

It’s Official! Ford Beckwith and Lysle Obad enter the Hamburg Town Council Race!

It’s Official, I have gotten double the signatures to get Lysle Obad and I on the ballot this September 18th in the Independence Party Primary for Hamburg Town Council. We also have gotten enough signatures to have a slate of candidates for the 146th assembly District Judicial Delegate Convention.

Harry Potter does it again!

I’m really not trying to be a film critic here. I know this will be the second article about a film in so many weeks but I just love the Harry Potter Series. I must admit that when Harry Potter films come out I feel like a kid again and can’t wait to see it. My kids love the series just as much as I do and this is something the whole family can enjoy.