NOVEMBER 5, 2017 THE REPUBLICAN ENDORSES KELLI MORIARTY-FINN FOR CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE

The Republican newspaper endorses Kelli Moriarty-Finn for City Council At-Large, stating: "Financial experience is an asset for Moriarty-Finn, who is a senior project manager at an investment firm. She is also a community activist on many levels who speaks with conviction and authority on developing economic growth to expand the tax base and job opportunities.

Moriarty-Finn has articulated the need for "guarded optimism" that conveys positive messages about Springfield - without ignoring or denying the challenges unquestionably facing the city. This is a realistic and pragmatic approach to government."