On April 6th I was invited to meet with the mayor of Watertown, Jeff Graham, and the rest of the Watertown City Council members. I was introduced by our Mayor as "Miss Watertown's Outstanding Teen, Cedar Chambers" and he gave me a quick opportunity to speak to the Council, and community members about my platform "You Are Beautiful". I then took a photo with the entire Council and thanked them for such a wonderful privilege. I remained throughout the duration of the Council meeting to hear the people speak when given "Privilege of the floor", which is a new term I learned. I listened to some of their thoughts and concerns about our city. As Miss Watertown's Outstanding teen I enjoyed being able to hear the opinions of the Watertown residents I represent, and be apart of the resolution. The next day I was thrilled to see that The Mayor had posted a picture of my visit on his blog and had also wished me good luck at Miss New York's Outstanding Teen, on April 11th, via radio. That night, a resident of Watertown who heard me speak at the council meeting, approached me at a school sporting event we both happened to attend, and told me what a nice job I did and also wished me "good luck" at my upcoming pageant. The positive response I have received from the leaders and members of my community has overwhelmed and encouraged me. I have never been more proud to be Miss Watertown's Outstanding Teen, and to have the ability to represent such wonderful people. I hope you will take advantage of the opportunity to attend a City Council meeting and see how your local government works and be an active member of your community.
As Always, You Are Beautiful,
Cedar Chambers
Mayor Jeff Graham and me
City Council Woman Teresa R. Macaluso
left to right: Teresa R. Macaluso, Joseph M. Butler, Cedar Chambers (Me), Mayor Jeff Graham, Roxanne M. Burns, Stephen A. Jennings
