To the Editor:

I was born and raised in Catasauqua and graduated from the Catasauqua Area School District, as did both of my parents. I moved with my husband to North Catasauqua 45 years ago to raise our two children, who are also both proud Catasauqua alumni. My husband and I still live in that same home.

As a lifelong resident, I have seen our community grow, change and face many challenges. Through it all, I’ve always believed that strong leadership — rooted in integrity, compassion and a true commitment to service — is what makes a real difference in local government.

That’s why I am proud to support my son-in-law, Jason Boulette, in his campaign for Northampton County Council.

I’ve known him not only as a dedicated husband and father, but also as someone who genuinely cares about the people around him. He is kind and patient. He listens. He asks questions, and then he finds solutions to problems based on what he has learned.

He loves Northampton County and understands the needs of our residents, whether it’s finding solutions to the affordable housing crisis, preserving open space and farmland, protecting our seniors or making sure tax dollars are spent wisely and transparently.

Jason is committed to public service, and I believe he brings the kind of thoughtful, hardworking leadership that our county needs.

I encourage my fellow residents of Northampton County to get to know him and support his vision for a better Northampton County by voting for him Nov. 4.

Suzanne Smale

North Catasauqua