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Fagan understands city’s problems
The Gazette Opinion Staff
Oct. 9, 2009 12:20 am
Brian Fagan is a strong leader, able to work with people at all levels to make our city a great place to live and work.
Community leadership is not easy. Anyone can criticize from the sidelines, but not everyone is willing to work in the trenches. Where will you find Fagan on any given weekend? Most likely, he will be working hands-on, helping with flood recovery, providing neighborhood support or coordinating funding assistance.
Fagan understands the complex problems of our community and the need for sustainable solutions, not a quick fix. He understands and considers all aspects of our city. Strategic recovery and development require looking at all the issues - affordable housing, environmental impact, culture, economic growth, infrastructure and historic preservation - to name a few. We need his knowledge, dedication and leadership.
Elwood Garlock
Cedar Rapids
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