Letter from Danny Lapin

Vote Benton for Customer Service

Benton is the right choice for Otsego County clerk. In the upcoming election for Otsego County clerk, voters face an important decision that will have a direct impact on the efficiency, transparency and accessibility of essential government services. I have had the pleasure of working with MacGuire Benton over the past six years and firmly believe he is the ideal choice for this crucial position due to his strong track record in local government and his proven commitment to serving the community.

Benton’s record as a member of the Cooperstown Board of Trustees shows that he is not only capable of understanding complex municipal issues, but that he is also capable of hitting the ground running from day one. Moreover, over the course of his years of public service, Benton has always put the needs of his constituents first.

One of Benton’s key strengths is his unwavering dedication to ensuring that government services are readily accessible to all. His vision for the county clerk’s office includes reopening the Oneonta DMV, creating a mobile DMV to serve residents located in the outer reaches of the county, and improving online access to the service the clerk’s office provides.

Perhaps Benton’s most impressive quality of all, is his unwavering commitment to customer service and his willingness to communicate his ideas to his constituents. Benton has traveled throughout the county, taking every opportunity to discuss his vision for the clerk’s office. Unlike his opponent, he has never hidden behind his workload or his experience to avoid a thorough examination of his positions and qualifications.

When considering the qualities needed for an effective county clerk, it is clear that MacGuire Benton possesses the essential experience, dedication, and vision to lead the clerk’s office. His commitment to accessibility, transparency, customer service, and grassroots community engagement make him the ideal candidate for the position. On Election Day, I encourage Otsego County residents to cast their votes for MacGuire Benton, a leader who will truly put the needs of our community first. Otsego County deserves nothing less.

Danny Lapin
Former Otsego County Representative (City of Oneonta, Wards 5 & 6)