PRESTON – Preston voters will see familiar names on the ballot tomorrow for supervisor, clerk and highway superintendent, but there are two newcomers in the race for council.
Incumbents V. Peter VR Mason and David L. Dunckel have competition for their government offices in Green Party candidate Stacie P. Edick and Norwich businesswoman Geraldine “Geri” E. Barnes.
Dunckel, a Republican, is general manager at Egglow Farms in Sherburne. The 59-year-old is a lifelong resident of Preston and hopes his past experience on the board will continue to guide him in making the most informed business management decisions for the town.
“I know what’s happened in the past and have an idea of what should be done. I’ve listened to a few things and I’ve saved the town money a few times,” he said.
Dunckel said there is good representation on the board, currently, and credits them for the work being done.
“I think the town is running very well,” he said. “The only obstacle I see in the future is gas drilling ... there are pros and cons ... I’m sill on the fence.”