For more than half a century, Citizens for Easton (CFE) has been dedicated to a clear and unwavering mission: preserving Easton’s rural character, protecting our natural resources, and safeguarding the watershed that encompasses most of our town. Since our founding, we have approached these goals with the conviction that conservation transcends politics. Our work—whether advocating for three-acre zoning, supporting responsible stewardship of open space, or educating residents about threats to our watershed—has always reflected this founding principle.
Recently, it came to my attention that certain claims circulating in town allege that CFE has endorsed a political party or platform in the run-up to this November’s selectmen election. I want to state, in the clearest possible terms, that nothing could be further from the truth.
Citizens for Easton does not endorse parties or candidates, and takes no political positions. We never have and we never will. This is a core tenet of our bylaws and has been the foundation of our reputation within the community.
Over my many years of service on the board, CFE has never strayed from its primary purpose — to protect Easton’s unique open spaces, maintain three-acre zoning, support our farmers, and ensure our watershed and rural landscape remain intact for future generations. We believe our mission’s clarity and our refusal to engage in partisanship are exactly why the organization has earned the community’s trust for 53 years.
CFE’s effectiveness depends entirely on this trust. Our ability to unite residents behind our cause comes from our singular focus, which is to ensure that the environmental health and character of Easton endure, regardless of political changes in town hall. Preservation, not politics, is our mandate.
As Election Day approaches, I urge all residents to remember that CFE will continue to serve as a vigilant, nonpartisan steward of the town’s irreplaceable watershed and natural spaces. Our only “endorsement” is for the land, water, and rural heritage that make Easton extraordinary.
— Verne Gay, President, Citizens for Easton
August 25, 2025
Citizens For Easton 