Proven Leadership, Trusted Stewardship for Cape
Re-elect Timothy Reiniger for Cape Elizabeth Town Council
// Vote on Tuesday, November 5, 2024! //
Tim Reiniger is running, as a registered independent, for re-election to the Cape Elizabeth Town Council to continue his dedicated service in preserving the rural character of our town, protecting neighborhoods, conserving open spaces and farms, and maintaining fiscal discipline. As a current Town Council Chair, Tim has been a steadfast advocate against overdevelopment pressures from outside special interests and is committed to defending Cape Elizabeth's unique character, supporting our local businesses, and prioritizing the needs of residents.
About Tim Reiniger:
Political Experience
Tim has served in various roles, including three terms as an Alderman in Manchester, New Hampshire, and working with notable figures such as Sen. Edward Kennedy and Elliot Richardson. His experience includes focusing on historic preservation and fostering homeownership opportunities.Professional Background
An attorney specializing in data privacy and digital human rights law, Tim has leveraged his legal expertise to protect Cape Elizabeth from overdevelopment and unnecessary legal challenges.Family & Community
Tim lives in Cranbrook with his wife, Alice, and their two sons, Charlie and Robert. As an active community member and father, Tim is deeply invested in Cape's future.Why Re-Elect Tim?
- Tim stands firm against overdevelopment and will fight to preserve our town's unique rural charm by defending zoning ordinances and protecting neighborhoods and open spaces.
- Tim advocates for restrained spending and opposes excessive tax hikes, focusing on balancing essential services with the needs of residents.
- Tim supports addressing deferred maintenance of critically needed school building safety issues and investing directly in teachers to enhance educational outcomes, while opposing excessive new school building spending, to ensure our schools remain educationally effective and our taxes fair.
- Tim promotes a thriving local economy by supporting small businesses, reducing red tape, and investing wisely in our schools and community services.
Tim's Priorities for Cape Elizabeth
Fiscal Responsibility:
Tim stands for fiscal restraint, opposing excessive tax increases and advocating for responsible use of funds. In this time of global economic uncertainty and inflation, he believes in supporting our schools and community services, but without burdening residents, particularly those on fixed incomes, low incomes, or are cost-burdened.
Investing in Education:
Tim is dedicated to improving the state rankings of Cape’s schools. Instead of costly new school bonds, he advocates for funding prudent renovations, safety improvements, and supporting teacher pay and staffing to enhance the quality of education.
Tim is dedicated to improving the state rankings of Cape’s schools. Instead of costly new school bonds, he advocates for funding prudent renovations, safety improvements, and supporting teacher pay and staffing to enhance the quality of education.
Conservation and Sustainable Growth:
Tim is committed to conserving Cape Elizabeth's cherished farmlands, open spaces, and rural character by partnering with CELT and expanding the Green Belt walking trails. He believes in thoughtful progress that recognizes the dangers of hasty or ill-considered changes with irreversible effects.
Tim is committed to conserving Cape Elizabeth's cherished farmlands, open spaces, and rural character by partnering with CELT and expanding the Green Belt walking trails. He believes in thoughtful progress that recognizes the dangers of hasty or ill-considered changes with irreversible effects.
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