I am always amazed by the sheer volume of people and things I am thankful for when I actually take the time to just sit and think for a moment. In our day to day lives we are bombarded with challenges, hurdles, and disappointments and it is these things which seem to monopolize our thoughts. It is very easy to be overwhelmed by this seemingly continuous string of setbacks and that’s why it is so important to stop, take a break, and focus on the positive. A holiday like Thanksgiving gives us that opportunity.
I don’t want to bore you with my entire thank you list, but I would like to focus on a certain segment. With the local Haverhill election a little over two weeks in the past, I‘ve finally had the time to decompress, gather my wits and get my life back to a somewhat normal equilibrium. I am incredibly gratified to have earned another two year term to serve as one of Haverhill’s City Councillors and I want to take an opportunity to thank those that helped me achieve this accomplishment.
My deepest thanks to:
Ken George, for his many hours of computer work and yellow sign fabrication!
Angela Sargent, for the thousands of flyers she delivered.
Doug Edison, for his advice, canvassing, and sign holding.
Tim Jordan, my campaign treasurer, for his insight, huge personal network and stalwart friendship.
James Corcoran, my campaign manager, for his graphic and media wizardy, impeccable organization and constant motivation.
My wife Melanie and our children for all their sacrifices including putting their lives on hold and allowing me to pursue my community service aspirations.
And finally to the citizens of Haverhill who had the faith in my abilities to help lead this great city for the next two years.
Thank you all once again for your support and I look forward to seeing you around town! Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving and don’t forget to take a few minutes out of your day to reflect on what this holiday truly means!
I just want to thank each and every one of you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to read and respond to my many campaign updates over the past several months. Your support and encouragement throughout the campaign have kept me inspired and motivated. I have truly enjoyed serving as your City Councillor and I hope that this is just the first of many terms that I will get to work with you. It has been a true pleasure being the conduit for your great ideas and visions.
There are many friends who have given generously of their time and money to help me along with the campaign and they have my deepest gratitude for the sacrifices they have made.
Regardless of the result this Tuesday, I am proud of what I have accomplished in my two year tenure and I certainly hope I have the opportunity to do more for Haverhill. I feel confident as November 8th approaches, but I will not take a successful outcome for granted.
Thank you all once again and I hope the next time I address you it will be as your newly re-elected City Councillor!
As lawn signs multiply in Haverhill, we are all reminded of the pending election of our local officials. Some folks are passionate for their candidate(s) and their causes while others are too busy living life to think too much about it. Then there is everyone else, those who are interested, but know very little about the candidates, who they are, and what they stand for.
There is one city councilor running for re-election that I do know well, and I want those residents of Haverhill who may be on the fence to get to know him as well. That’s Sven Amirian. He not only talks about how important recycling is and the need for increased reusable energy, he truly lives that life. As Sven’s neighbor, I can tell you that Sven does not drive an ordinary pickup truck, Sven’s vehicle runs on used vegetable oil that he procures through local sub shops and restaurants. Sven is frequently seen pedaling around his neighborhood on his bicycle, sometimes pulling a trailer with his signs in it, other times with his children in tow.
Sven is also highly invested in this city as he is not only a local business owner, he is a proud Dad to his three children, all of whom are involved in the Haverhill public schools and local athletic programs. Sven not only actively seeks revenue savings in his personal and business life, he is also committed to exploring new opportunities that Haverhill can consider to save money and increase revenue. Sven is not afraid to speak up when it comes to questionable spending or to offer revenue generating ideas as he has proven time and time again.
Most importantly, Sven works for the citizens of Haverhill in every way. There is no hidden agenda with Sven. He takes the time to listen, will be honest with his responses and will make every effort to assist in any way he can. He cares deeply about the environment and understands what changes we can make in order to stimulate a forward-thinking strategy so that our children and grandchildren will enjoy a healthy ecosystem.
I would urge anyone who is unclear about this candidate, to contact him directly at sven@svenamirian.com. Once you talk with him, you will see that he isn’t your typical politician. He doesn’t speak to be heard, he listens in order to learn. We need Sven to remain on the City Council, to be our voice, to move our city in a forward direction and to protect our natural resources so that Haverhill thrives in every way. Please join me in voting for Sven Amirian for Haverhill City Council.
With the Haverhill City Council election fast approaching, I would encourage my fellow voters to consider supporting the re-election of Sven Amirian. I know Sven personally, and his is not your typical politician. He shows this in the way he listens to residents and carefully considers all sides of an issue. Supporting recycling and investigating creative ways to save the city money, Sven works hard each day to help this city move forward.
As a third-generation Haverhill resident, Sven dedicates his time to working and raising his family in this community. And he is truly invested in Haverhill’s future. One thing that separates Sven from many leaders is that his goal is not self-promotion. He works hard in and outside of council meetings to research the best options for Haverhill’s progress. Each time I speak with him I am I encouraged to hear his latest ideas about protecting the environment, feasible sources of renewable energy, or simple ways we can support local business.
If you are having trouble making a decision, I suggest you contact him at sven@svenamirian.com. This candidate will represent your voice as the council strives to make Haverhill a thriving community for families and businesses. Please join me in voting for Sven Amirian for Haverhill City Council on Nov. 8.
As Haverhill voters get ready to vote in our election Nov. 8, I urge all to cast a vote to re-elect Councilor Sven Amirian. Over the past two years, Sven has proven to be a dedicated, thoughtful councilor who will always make decisions that he feels are in the best interest of the entire city. He consistently puts the time in to study all the issues that come before the council to cast an intelligent, informed vote.
Amirian’s track record is one of independence. While some of the current councilors seem to always vote either against or with the mayor, Sven votes on the merit of each issue that comes before the council. Early in his term in office, Sven pressed vigilantly to get the mayor to adopt citywide single-stream recycling, despite our mayor’s contention that doing so would cost the city money it could not afford. Over the last year, Haverhill has in fact saved over $250,000 because of this program.
Conversely, Sven supports the Nelson/Nygaard parking plan proposed by our mayor. Again, Sven put in hours of research including reading the 700-page book, “The High Cost of Free Parking” written by renowned parking expert Donald Shoup. Councilor Amirian did not blindly accept the mayor’s proposed plan, but rather studied the issue and the impact that similar plans have had on other communities. His determination is that this will benefit Haverhill and our downtown.
Sven has been very vocal in lauding the numerous individual and groups that serve Haverhill so well in volunteer capacities. Amirian has served Haverhill as a volunteer prior to and since joining the council as a member of the board of the Winnekenni Foundation, Haverhill Energy Task Force, as a den leader in the Cub Scouts and as a soccer coach in the Haverhill PAL league. Sven is the fourth generation of Amirians living in the same family home on Talmouth Avenue since 1928. He and his wife, Melanie, are now raising the fifth generation there.
For these reasons and many others, I urge Haverhill voters to vote for Sven Amirian in the Nov. 8 election.
Letters of support continue to pour in and I am so grateful to all who have and continue to support me up until the election. My family and committee are humbled by the response! Let’s make history again on November 8th!
We’re looking for volunteers to distribute campaign flyers in their neighborhoods up until the election. If you would like to help, just let Sven know by emailing him at Sven@SvenAmirian.com.
. . . you will be called on to make a decision that will affect the direction that Haverhill will take. I hope that, once again, you will choose to work with me to help guide our city.
I believe I have the energy, vision, and dedication necessary to serve you for the next two years. Please allow me the opportunity.
Thank you once again and I respectfully ask for your vote on November 8th.
P.S. Please join my family, my supporters and me on the night of the election as we monitor the results live at Toma’s Restaurant in Haverhill. All are welcome and appetizers will be served. I look forward to seeing you!
DATE: Tuesday, November 8th
TIME: 8 pm (after the polls close)
WHERE: Toma’s Restaurant
35 Washington Street, Haverhill, MA
Welcome Eagle Tribune subscriber! I’m glad you received my flyer. Here is the video message I promised.
Citizens of Haverhill, my name is Sven Amirian and it has been an honor and pleasure to serve as your City Councilor for the past two years. As the November 8th election approaches you will be called on to make a decision that will affect the direction that Haverhill will take. I hope that, once again, you will choose to work with me to help guide our city.
Since being elected I have worked hard to bring revenue generating and quality of life enhancing programs to Haverhill. I am very proud of my efforts to develop our single stream curbside recycling program. I have also worked diligently with our numerous volunteer groups to foster a more cohesive partnership with our city government. I believe that volunteers are Haverhill’s most valuable resource and they deserve the utmost respect and support from their city officials.
I will remain a conduit and vocal activist for all our hard working volunteers.
There is still more to do. I believe I have the energy, vision, and dedication necessary to serve you for the next two years. Please allow me the opportunity.
Thank you once again and I respectfully ask for your vote on November 8th.
Sven Amirian
2011 Candidate for Haverhill City Council
P.S. Here’s a recent interview I did. Thanks to Frank Novak and the HCTV crew for their super production work.
We discuss many topics such as:
Things I discovered that I didn’t expect in my first term as a Councillor and how that makes me a better Councillor for people thinking about voting for me
Initiatives I’ve been able to propose that I can point to as accomplishments
Overcoming the dynamic of Haverhill having a sales tax of 6.25% while bordering towns do not
From Kittery, Maine to Haverhill, Massachusetts: Comparing and contrasting retail operations
Welcome Haverhill Gazette subscriber! I’m glad you received my flyer. Here is the video message I promised.
Citizens of Haverhill, my name is Sven Amirian and it has been an honor and pleasure to serve as your City Councilor for the past two years. As the November 8th election approaches you will be called on to make a decision that will affect the direction that Haverhill will take. I hope that, once again, you will choose to work with me to help guide our city.
Since being elected I have worked hard to bring revenue generating and quality of life enhancing programs to Haverhill. I am very proud of my efforts to develop our single stream curbside recycling program. I have also worked diligently with our numerous volunteer groups to foster a more cohesive partnership with our city government. I believe that volunteers are Haverhill’s most valuable resource and they deserve the utmost respect and support from their city officials.
I will remain a conduit and vocal activist for all our hard working volunteers.
There is still more to do. I believe I have the energy, vision, and dedication necessary to serve you for the next two years. Please allow me the opportunity.
Thank you once again and I respectfully ask for your vote on November 8th.
Sven Amirian
2011 Candidate for Haverhill City Council
P.S. Here’s a recent interview I did. Thanks to Frank Novak and the HCTV crew for their super production work.
We discuss many topics such as:
Things I discovered that I didn’t expect in my first term as a Councillor and how that makes me a better Councillor for people thinking about voting for me
Initiatives I’ve been able to propose that I can point to as accomplishments
Overcoming the dynamic of Haverhill having a sales tax of 6.25% while bordering towns do not
From Kittery, Maine to Haverhill, Massachusetts: Comparing and contrasting retail operations
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