My name is Joe Kenney. I’m running on March 11 in the Special Election for Executive Council. I think it is very important that we have someone who has the experience to help constituents on Day 1. I will be able to pick up the phone and start answering questions and solving problems immediately for District 1 constituents.

• Served for 14 years in state government: Senator for six years (Chairman of the Transportation and Executive, Departments and Administration Committees) and House member for eight years (served on the Labor and Commerce Committees)

• Served as Wakefield Town Selectman

• Worked in the private sector as a marketing director for an assisted living company and as a store manager

• Created a non-profit center for a senior meals site using a Community Development Block Grant

• Worked with Ray Burton on securing the $2.6 million Scenic Vista project in North Conway to support tourism and economic development

I served 34 years in the United States Marine Corps, both active and reserve in the Persian Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan. I grew up in a small business family, worked at my family’s restaurant, and understand the challenges of a family small business. I support tourism and love skiing.

Large industrial wind farms are not right for New Hampshire. We met our renewable energy goals for 2025. “Big Wind” is creating havoc on our landscape, property values, and represents a poor business model for New Hampshire. No Northern Pass, no Big Wind.

I ask for your vote!