To the Editor:

How interesting it would be to have Peter Marks as mayor of Princeton, since he was born here and knows the issues well. Peter graduated from Hamilton College as a Latin major and then received his MBA in finance from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School. He has worked for several New York banks and is trained in public and real estate finance. He is also a developer and has served as a consultant to many businesses where he solves complicated problems.

Peter is not a politician but a student of government and his knowledge and approach would greatly enhance the work of the Princeton Council as it coordinates projects with Princeton University.

I urge all Princeton residents to carefully consider a new approach to governing this unique town and elect an individual who is not interested in power but rather exemplifies excellence in civic affairs.

Louise Russell Irving

Longview Drive