Endorsing Berlin Mayor Gee Williams for reelection is an easy call, given the burst of vitality the town has experienced during his tenure.
Although the town had begun moving in the right direction before he took office in 2008, it was during the past eight years that Berlin completed one of the most stunning economic turnarounds of any town on the Eastern Shore.
Years ago, Berlin had lapsed into a town that travelers passed by on the way to the beach, now it’s a destination. A great deal of that is the result of William’s creative energy and his ability to convince others to embrace his vision of a socially and economically vibrant community that offers something for everyone.
Although some might argue that the town has progressed enough, there is no such thing as a successful community that simply maintains what it has. It either goes forward or backward, but never stays the same.
We like going forward, wisely, and endorse Williams to continue that course.
Endorsements in the one council race are more difficult in that neither of the candidates for the District 2 seat — Zack Tyndall or Jack Orris — have a track record in public office, but do demonstrate a desire to help the town grow.
Although we believe either candidate would be a welcome addition to the Town Council, we give the nod to Jack Orris, who has demonstrated a deep interest in improving the community along with the development of Berlin Falls park.