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February 8, 2010

By Jonathan L'Ecuyer The Gloucester Daily Times Mon Feb 08, 2010, 12:53 PM EST

ROCKPORT — The senior member of Rockport's Board of Selectmen announced this morning that he will not seek re-election this spring.

Charles Clark, a 12-year veteran of the board, said he entered into his fourth, three-year term in 2007 already having decided not to seek a fifth.

"I served for 12 years and I was ready for a break," Clark said, when contacted at his law office this afternoon.

His early announcement was aimed to be in the town's best interest as it will give viable candidates time to think about a campaign.

"I know there are many fair-minded and thoughtful people who would be strong candidates for selectman," he said in a message e-mailed to friends this morning. "I am hopeful that a spirited, positive campaign will occur that will help prioritize the town's needs and keep moving us along in a positive and productive direction."

The annual town election is Tuesday, May 4.

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