"I am writing to express my sincere thanks to you for choosing Hospice as the organization to work with on the 15th Annual Oak Bluffs Memorial Day Road Race. ...I must say that Oak Bluffs and the island community is very generous with their offers of support, either with supplies or financial sponsorship. ...The escort provided by the Oak Bluffs Police, EMT Personnel, and Fire Department... I want to thank you for whatever part you have for making their contribution possible. Our families and patients are the true beneficiaries of the generous dollars offered by so many, and it is on their behalf that I thank you."

- Terre D. Young
Executive Director, Hospice of Martha's VIneyard


"The dedication to your work and commitment that you have shown to your community has clearly been recognized by Oak Bluffs residents. I commend you for the work you have done in the past and I look forward to working with you in the future."

- Eric T. Turkington
State Representative


"Let me say again how deeply grateful I am, on behalf of the Vineyard Health Care Access Program (VHCAP), for your donation of a window and construction materials for our building. Your donation has brought more light into the building and is truly appreciated. You made a tremendous contribution to the VHCAP and by doing so have helped us to help Islanders in need of health care. ...People like you have allowed us to reach our goal of creating a new home out of this humble old building."

- Sarah Kuh
Director, VHCAP


"Two years ago, selectman Roger Wey served as chairman of the Oak Bluffs selectmen. From the beginning of his term, he stated his intention to create an atmosphere that would encourage public participation at meetings, returning the spirit of public collaboration and cooperation that had been lost in recent years. People used to attend meetings all the time - it was an important feature of life in Oak Bluffs. The meetings were productive and cordial and people enjoyed taking part in the political process. They felt involved and engaged.

Roger's action was well received, because it meant providing more opportunities during the meetings for public comment. Of course, public attendance increased and people once again showed an interest in and took part in these important meetings. If an agenda item seemed to have generated specific public interest, he would allow public input when that subject was being discussed. In addition, he invited department heads to the meetings to share their work and concerns and to introduce them to the public. ...Historically, the people of Oak Bluffs have shown their eagerness to participate in all public meetings and it would be a shame to continue to discourage this tradition."

- Ann L. Margetson
Oak Bluffs