The greatest challenges facing Little Compton are keeping property taxes low so inhabitants of this town can continue to afford to live here, and to maintain Little Compton's rural character. This Town Council has been very diligent in doing this, as the tax rate in FY 2007 was $5.01 and in FY 2019 it is $5.96 which is an increase of $.95 cents over 12 years.

We need to support our school system so they can continue to achieve academic excellence now and into the future. We need to strive to have a full staff in our Fire and Police Departments so they are ready to serve the public in an expeditious and professional manner. Also, it is imperative to adhere to local zoning ordinances so as to protect our watersheds and ground water supply for future generations.

If reelected, I will continue to bring forward a practical and common sense approach to issues facing the town rather than a political one, as I have done for the last 20 years as a Little Compton town councilman.

Gary Mataronas

Republican candidate for Little Compton Town Council