Why so many Newporters are supporting Xay:
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“Mayor Xay has been the hardest working, most astute, and most effective Newport mayor/city councilor in my memory... Somehow, he manages to be everywhere, tirelessly and effectively representing and advocating for our city whenever and wherever it’s in the best interest of its residents.”
— Gus Cordeiro, Former President & CEO of Newport Hospital
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"Xay isn't afraid to answer the tough questions. he will always answer comprehensively, with a clear and deep understanding of the topic. I trust the answers I get from Xay."
— Kathleen B. Egan
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"Over the past two years, l've seen Xay tirelessly fight to champion our City, utilizing innovative methods that are both proven and effective... In my lifetime, l've never seen Newport with a leader like Xay and I believe we are fortunate to have him during such a pivotal time...I'm voting for Xay and hope that vote leads to another two years as Mayor."
— Daniel Benson
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"He has demonstrated the vision, energy, and expertise to take our city beyond temporary fixes...I'm confident he'll get the job done in a second term, because l've seen him gain consensus and lead the City to securing over twenty million dollars in state and federal grant commitments for projects like the resiliency improvements for King Park and the Cliff Walk."
— Kristie Gardiner
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“I know Xay is the person that’s continuing to get the money we need. We need his knowledge of how to get federal grants. We need Xay because he knows what he’s doing.”
— Jenn Murray
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"Xay has a vision of changes that need to be made. He thinks out of the box. I truly, truly feel can trust him with his decisions. He's really thinking about Newport."
— Rachel Sanita
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“Xay went out on a limb to restructure City Hall. He looks beyond the moment and sees the long view. He's future-oriented."
— Glenn Gardiner
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"The three words I would use to describe Xay are determined, diligent and devoted. He really, really cares about this city. He puts in aton of work and aton of focus. He really, really just wants the best for Newport. Xay is here for Newport. He's a young person. He loves Newport. He's a public servant, serving us."
— Eoin Egan
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"Mayor Xay has been relentless in his focus on finding solutions for housing for Newport residents. shifting the tax burden to make it friendlier to year-round residents.lam particularly pleased to see the mayor address educational issues as a crucial priority of the entire mission of the City, not just an add-on. I find Xay to be visionary. Especially in the sense that he looks at Newport as a whole. He is aware that all the moving parts of the community fit together."
— Eileen Warburton
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"With proven leadership and a deep commitment to Newport. Xay is dedicated to driving the positive changes that are long overdue. His vision, experience, and integrity are fundamental in navigating complex issues while maintaining strategic course. As a proud Newport resident. Xay's my guy."
— Brody Karn
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"We actively supported Xay in 2022 because we were impressed with his vision, commitment to Newport, and broad, deep knowledge of municipal government. Two years later - with a Strategic Plan and the infusion of state and federal funds into Newport to do important work-we are even more encouraged by what's possible with Mayor Xay at the helm."
— Keith Grove and Gene Thompson Grove
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"Under [Xay's] leadership Newport has made great strides towards dealing with crippling problems that have been worsening for decades. We can't continue to have residents subsidize tourism and if we keep doing things the old way, few people will want to visit Newport, let alone live here."
— Charles F. Pattavina, M.D.
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"Newport is changing, City Councilor Xay is working hard to make sure people who live here year-round decide what our future looks like - by investing in schools, holding the line on taxes, and managing climate change."
— Rudy Borgueta, Former Harbor Master and Former Superintendent of Newport Public Schools