Ridgefield Election: Robert Lavelle For Board Of Finance

Ridgefield CT

05 October, 2021

7:18 PM

Description

RIDGEFIELD, CT — The state Municipal Election is Tuesday, Nov. 2. Patch contacted candidates to answer questions about their campaigns. Republican Robert Lavelle, 70, is running for Board Of Finance in Ridgefield. Occupation: Retired IT Professional Family: Wife - Linda Lavelle Experience: 7 years on Ridgefield Board Of Assessment Appeals Family in government: No The single biggest issue in town is ______, and I plan to do this about it: Two Issues. 1) Oversight of Sewer System modifications. 2) Proper sizing and planning for new Police and Fire Department building. Critical differences between me and my opponents: I have spent considerable time managing large IT departments and projects and know how to spot and fix roadblocks that would cost time and money. Accomplishments: BBA degree Financial Accounting, graduated summa cum laude. 10 years experience in accounting positions, 30 years in IT personnel, projects and relationship management positions with AT&T, and Chase and Macy's. Other issues: I will function as a neutral analyst, working as part of a team to make the best financial decisions for Ridgefield. Our campaign slogan is Balanced Leadership, and with the goal of changing BOF party representation from 4 - 1 to 3 - 2. What else would you like voters to know about you? I mentor young men and help them make good life choices. This has been my most challenging and most important role. I served for seven years on the Ridgefield Board of Assessment Appeals and will bring the same nonpolitical and analytical process to the Board Of Finance.