Friesen has ability to get things done

I am a resident of Saratoga Springs and I am pleased to write this letter in support of Pat Friesen, who is running for the office of Saratoga County supervisor.

I moved to Saratoga Springs from Manhattan at the beginning of June 2016. I was a member of the Law faculty at NYU for 30 years, where I taught a number of law courses .

I am still actively engaged in the practice of international trade law.

Pat and I were neighbors at the Grove on Lake Avenue and became good friends. We found we had some common interests including politics, current world issues, and the arts.

I immediately realized that Pat loves Saratoga Springs and all it offers. I was Particularly impressed with her commitment to making life here better for all residents, particularly the disadvantaged. The latter through her work with Code Blue and the Backstretch Employee Service Team (BEST).

Pat is always out in the community volunteering her time and concerns, so pet sitting for Bella her adopted dog and Amelie her adopted cat became part of my routine.

I was very impressed when I learned that Pat spearheaded the grassroots effort to bring Northshire Bookstore to Saratoga, which is one of the many examples of her ability to get things done with the desired results.

Pat’s passion and leadership motivates all of the people working with her. I am proud to be a member of her campaign team.

I hope you will consider voting for Pat For Saratoga County supervisor on Nov. 7.

Mel Lazar Saratoga Springs