I definitely agree.
First, a salute to your hubby for his Middle East service. Thank you, sir.
Second, hat's off to you for taking on local government. As a reporter, I covered city governments for a number of years and so I know how thankless and tough it can be to do the simplest of things sometimes. I also know how hard it can be to be the newcomer on a board where long-time politicians can't be budged. So, good luck in your efforts!