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ENDORSEMENTS

and notes on my service and leadership

State Senator Jamie Edridge

Middlesex and Worcester, State Senator 2009-present; State Representative 2002-2009

Thank you, Senator Eldrige, for your comments! I am thrilled!

"I am excited that Radha Gargeya is running to serve on the Sudbury Select Board. I worked with Radha during his time on the Lincoln-Sudbury School Committee, and found him to be an excellent public servant, who successfully advocated for increased state aid for Lincoln Sudbury' High School. He, as Chair of the LS School Committee, worked with me and other legislators, to obtain the highest SRECs (Solar Renewable Energy Credits) for the L-S Solar Canopy from MA DOER (Department of Energy Resources). Radha is a very thoughtful, forward-looking candidate, and will represent the people of Sudbury very well. State Senator Jamie Edridge"

State Representative Carmine Gentile

13th Middlesex

Thank you, Representative Gentile, for your support and endorsement! I am honored!

"I have known Radha Gargeya for many years and found him to be thoughtful, intelligent, a good listener, and someone who works cooperatively with others on important goals for the common good. As a former member and chair of the Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School Committee he demonstrated a keen ability for pro-active leadership, worked well with other members as well as members of the school administration, staff, parents, and students. LS benefitted from his leadership. I have been fortunate to live in Sudbury for much of my life and served on various Sudbury boards, trusts, councils, commissions, and committees for decades (and in the legislature for ten years) and value having a Select Board that best represents the will of we, the people. I am voting for Radha Gargeya for Select Board, confident that he will work hard, thoughtfully, and make sound decisions that we will be proud of. Representative Carmine Gentile"

John Drobinksi

Sudbury Select Board 27 years, Sudbury Planning Board 3 years

Published March 17, 2025

Drobinski for Radha

Published March 17, 2025

Thank you, John! I am humbled and honored to receive your support. We worked together on so many issues while you were on the Select Board and in your other roles for our town, and while I was on the Lincoln-Sudbury School Committee – all to our common goals of providing the best education and care for our children and managing our town’s finances in a responsible manner and enhancing our quality of life.

"I am proud to announce my support for Radha Gargeya for Sudbury Select Board. As a nearly 50 year resident of Sudbury and former elected official (Planning Board 3 years, Selectman 27 years), I have watched our community grow to the incredible place it is today. As both an elected official and active volunteer for the Town, I have worked with Radha on numerous issues relative to making Sudbury the amazing place it is to live. With Radha’s experience, knowledge and temperament, he is an exceptional candidate to serve on the Sudbury Select Board. I urge you to vote for him. Sincere thanks to all those who help make Sudbury a great community. Please vote on Monday, March 31. John C Drobinski"

Jennifer Roberts

Select Board 2019-present, Chair

Published March 28, 2025

Vote for Continued Progress: Elect Lisa Kouchakdjian and Radha Gargeya

Thank you, Jen, for your support!
During your two terms on the Select Board, your hard work, collaboration, professionalism, and respectful dialogue shone through resulting in a town enhanced. Sudbury today, and of many tomorrows, can benefit from the rail trails, the Fairbank Community Center, and the sustainability actions due to your steadfast service and financial stewardship.
Your appreciation of our town’s excellent staff – and their efforts in serving all of us - is important and will be valued.
Your commitment to inclusion and your measured and respectful voice serve as a model.
Thank you, Jen!

"... To ensure that Sudbury remains on this path of progress and can face challenges, we need experienced, principled leadership on the Select Board. That is why I am supporting Lisa Kouchakdjian and Radha Gargeya. Both candidates bring a wealth of municipal experience—Lisa from her tenure on the SPS School Committee and her first term on the Select Board, and Radha from his leadership on the L-S School Committee and Sudbury’s 250th Committee. Importantly, they embody the values that I believe most Sudbury residents want to see in our leaders. ..."

Ellen Winer Joachim

Lincoln Sudbury graduate, SPS School Committee Chair, Lincoln Sudbury School Committee Chair

Published March 21, 2025

Gargeya for Sudbury Select Board

Thank you, Ellen, for your endorsement!
I worked alongside Ellen when she was on the Sudbury School Committee and later when she joined me at the Lincoln Sudbury School Committee. I hold her in high regard and admire her indefatigable service on behalf of our children’s education and care. Fun fact: she may be the only person who not only graduated from Lincoln Sudbury but also served as the Chair of both SPS and LS School Committees.
I am touched by your support, Ellen!

"I enthusiastically endorse Radha Gargeya for the Sudbury Select Board. Radha’s intelligence, integrity, and insight are just what the Board needs at this time. ...
Radha has impressed me with his dedication to Sudbury, his intellectual curiosity, and his deep kindness and concern for others. I appreciate Radha’s considered approach to making difficult decisions – he takes time to understand the issues, consider different options and perspectives, listen to stakeholders, and then make the decision that he believes best for those he serves. ...
Radha is smart, measured, and thoughtful. I cannot think of anyone more qualified to serve on the Sudbury Select Board."

Kirsten Roopenian

Select Board 6 years, Capital Advisory Committee, Community Preservation Committee, 9/11 Memorial Garden Committee, Hope Sudbury

Published March 21, 2025

Vote for Unity on March 31

Thank you very much for your support, Kirsten!
I have known Kirsten for many years. There are but a select few in our town of whom it can be said, “they built our town” – Kirsten is one of them. Kirsten Roopenian was a Select Board member for two terms; served our schools in various capacities and helped as the newer schools were being built; is a founding member of the Sudbury 9/11 Memorial Garden Committee, and Hope Sudbury; served on the Capital Advisory Committee; and worked in our town’s Planning and Conservation departments. She now serves on our Community Preservation Committee. I am looking forward to her joining the Planning Board, where she will lend her deep knowledge and experience as Sudbury continues its efforts to implement the masterful Master Plan, and bring impetus to the Route 20 economic development work. I am humbled and honored to receive your endorsement!

"... I am looking for those who want to have those serious discussions about solutions. I strongly believe our leadership needs to work to build trust and openness in the community.. ...
My vote will go to those who meet (in my opinion) those criteria.
My vote goes to Radha Gargeya and Lisa Kouchakdjian for SelectBoard ... "

Manish Sharms

Sudbury resident, entrepreneur, and small-business owner

Published March 21, 2025

Vote for Unity on March 31

Thank you very much for your support, Manish!

"... A very calm personality, one who is very thoughtful and an inclusive leader of everyone and every opinion. One could disagree with him, but while walking away from the meeting one will have too many views to marvel about the conversations that just took place. ... "

Rebecca Thompson

Published March 12, 2025

Endorsement for Radha Gargeya, Select Board Candidate – a clear vision, a track record, and a commitment to a bright future for Sudbury

Thank you very much for your endorsement, Rebecca!
Your leadership in promoting inclusion and care for all children has greatly benefited our community in Sudbury.
I am so grateful for your support, Rebecca!
I believe in a Sudbury where all people are welcome, cherished, and valued. This is my inviolable promise.
Thank you for calling out fiscal responsibility and long-term strategic planning. As I have shared in this group before, they are essential for a sustainable and thriving Sudbury, where we enjoy the quality of life and are proud of our excellent schools.

"... Radha’s vision for Sudbury is one of growth, inclusion, and respect. He sees a future where our town remains a vibrant, safe, and welcoming community for all—where our children grow and learn, where families enjoy our parks and recreational spaces, and where we continue to preserve and protect our environment. Radha’s leadership will ensure that Sudbury moves forward in a fair, responsible, and respectful way, with a focus on the needs of all residents."

Marilyn Unger-Riepe

Marilyn is a psychotherapist and dance therapist with decades of clinical experience.

Published March 17, 2025

Vote for Leaders with Integrity and Compassion

Thank you very much Marilyn for your endorsement! Sudbury is an amazing place because of people like you who volunteer, care, and show compassion. It is my honor to have your support! Thank you!

"I have no doubt we will all be very grateful for his visionary and moderating leadership. Throughout his public service, Radha has led with his very calm, thoughtful, and deliberate approach. His temperate responses to conflict will bring a more dignified tone which will be beneficial to the Select Board. ..."

Dr. Candace Miller

Lincoln Sudbury School Committee 2019-2023

Published March 16, 2025

Trustworthy leadership for Sudbury’s Future

Thank you so much, Candace, for your thoughtful comments about the responsibilities of local leaders. I value and cherish your remarks about my service on the L-S School Committee. Thank you!

"I served with Radha on the Lincoln Sudbury Regional School Committee. In fact, Radha’s leadership in making the LS solar canopy a reality was a factor in our move to Sudbury. ...
It continues to generate more than $100,000 per year in energy costs and offsets 1,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually. That is quite a legacy for a School Committee member. ...
When I joined the committee, Radha was among the few members who fully understood regional finances and how they differed from single-town districts. He generously and repeatedly explained budgeting processes, funding methods, statutory assessments, and the roles of member towns in contributing to the budget."

Janie Dretler

Sudbury Select Board 2018 - present

The Leadership Sudbury Deserves: Endorsing Lisa Kouchakdjian and Radha Gargeya for a Brighter Future

Published March 13, 2025

Thank you so much, Janie! Janie Dretler is the quintessential public servant – thorough, well-prepared, deliberative, and pursuing the best interests of her town and its citizens. I am so grateful for your support and endorsement!

"Today, I am proud to endorse two outstanding candidates, Lisa Kouchakdjian and Radha Gargeya, for the Select Board. They embody the hands-on, committed leadership Sudbury needs to move forward. ...
Radha’s 12 years on the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School Committee show his commitment to listening to all voices, thoughtfully weighing options, and making decisions with integrity. ..."

Pat Coffin

Sudbury Resident

Endorsement for Radha Gargeya for Select Board

Published March 7, 2025

Thank you very much, Pat! Pat, a Sudbury resident, and I worked for many years for a tech startup. We had fun working together while solving cutting-edge data and network virtualization problems. She is dedicated to addressing food insecurity as she rides with Team Open Table to stop hunger. Thank You!

"Radha has a proven record of leadership in delivering educational excellence and responsible financial management for Sudbury.
... I cannot speak highly enough of his character and capabilities. ...
... Radha is passionate about serving the Sudbury community. As a member of the Select Board, he will work hard and with honesty and respect for all of us – youth, couples, families, and senior citizens. He will evaluate impartially all sides of issues that arise without jumping to conclusions or taking sides. ..."

Joan Carlton, Former member of Sudbury Finance Committee for 8 years

Joan Carlton, Former member of Sudbury Finance Committee for 8 years

Radha Gargeya for Select Board

Published March 11, 2025

Thank you so much, Joan! Joan, on the Finance Committee, and I, as L-S School Committee Chair, worked closely to get the technology and network infrastructure upgrade for Lincoln Sudbury High School. She was instrumental in getting us the pro-bono services of a CIO who vetted the various vendors. She and other members of the Finance Committee counseled me at various stages of the project. Thank you!.

"With Radha's extensive experience, dedication, and leadership, he will be an outstanding addition to the Select Board.
... Beyond being a strong leader, Radha was a dedicated, and well-respected member of the Lincoln-Sudbury School Committee. I remember what a pleasure it was to work with Radha when we successfully sponsored a major upgrade to LS wi-fi network. ...
... Radha will work hard to ensure that annual budgets are fiscally responsible, aligned with the needs of the departments and clearly communicated to the community. ...
... I strongly support his candidacy and am confident that he will serve our town with integrity and effectiveness. "

Jim Wiegel

Sudbury 250 Committe colleague; Chair, Sudbury Memorial Day Parade

Radha Gargeya for Select Board

Published March 11, 2025

Thanks, Jim, for endorsing me for Sudbury Select Board. I am humbled and honored. Colonel Jim Wiegel (Retired), US Army, West Point graduate, is one of the pillars of Sudbury. He is the Chair of the Sudbury Memorial Day Committee. He is also one of Sudbury Minutemen as part of the Sudbury Companies of Militia and Minute. He is my colleague on the Sudbury 250 Committee along with other stellar members. Our mission is to commemorate and celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution from March 2025 through July 2026. Thank you!.

"Radha works carefully and meticulously through the issues strictly following state and town guidelines for which he is very well-versed.
He keeps the members laser-focused upon the tasks on hand yet is open to all discussions and divergent points of view. He works through the issues without a hint of any personal agenda. ...
... He is a steady hand who will strengthen the Select Board."

Nancy Kodera

Sudbury Needs Lisa and Radha’s Leadership at This Critical Time

Published February 19, 2025

Thank you, Nancy, for your endorsement! Nancy's passion is child education. After her dedicated teaching in Montessori schools, she is now taking on a new role as a Montessori Trainer. Thank you!.

"I am struck by how closely and kindly Radha listens. He is generous with both his time and his expertise, and his vision for Sudbury aligns with the desires and needs of its residents. His leadership, therefore, is the natural product of his ability to listen and to act."

Len Simon

Sudbury Select Board, 2013-2019

GOOD LEADERSHIP REQUIRES GOOD CHARACTER; Kouchakdjian and Gargeya for Select Board

Published February 19, 2025

Thank you, Len, for your incredible endorsement—it truly means a lot!
Len Simon served Sudbury with dedication for two terms on the Select Board. His leadership helped make the Bruce FreemanRail Trail a reality, providing our community with a safe, scenic, and serene pathway that will be enjoyed for generations to come.Thank you, Len!.

"Radha Gargeya, a long-time LS School Committee member and its former chair, is long on patience, wisdom, and character. ...
Under Radha’s leadership the L-S School Committee got it right the first time, maintained the school’s high standards, and spent tax dollars wisely and efficiently.. ...
Radha keeps his cool because he is secure in his factual base. His fine character and work ethic will lower the temperature in the room, and elevate meaningful discussion. ...
Radha Gargeya is someone whom I trust. I have no doubt that he will improve both the civility and quality of governance the town deserves from the Select Board. ..."


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