I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself for the Dec. 12 Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Commissioner election.

I am a longstanding resident of Great Neck with my children attending its excellent school system and have served on the boards of local synagogues, the advisory boards of the Grove School of Engineering and Foundation for City College. I believe my skills and educational background as a professional civil engineer, master of business administration and construction executive would be a valuable addition to the GNWPCD as they pursue growth and increased capacity, particularly considering the Town of North Hempstead’s recent approval of a $46 million bond for district improvements.

Admittedly, I am a neophyte in running for an elected office, so I am surprised the current commissioners have made a public endorsement in a contested election and not provided a more open field for residents to decide.

The motto of the American Society of Civil Engineers is “a people serving profession.” I trust you will consider me to serve you as a commissioner.

Robert Welner

Great Neck