What does “protect the taxpayer” refer to? I served on the Budget committee and I can’t say I felt that Town Manager Audra Caler, was doing anything that we needed protection from. Possibly, during our pandemic budget 2020, confused instructions from various state and federal departments made things challenging, but in her defense, Camden did a good job handling a pandemic that was largely dismissed by various national leaders. Every year, voters learn that the town cannot and will not fund every great idea that is proposed. The services that a town provides are pretty basic. Let’s review: Police, Fire and EMS, roads, sidewalks, snow removal etc., and daily tasks of cleanliness that promote public health and safety. Currently, Camden is committed to a long list of important projects. These projects represent good, valuable improvements to our region. My contribution will be to listen & ask questions.