Joe Feole: Candidate, Salem Planning Board

Salem NH

08 March, 2020

6:19 PM

Description

Joe Feole Age (as of Election Day) 38 Position Sought Planning Board Party Affiliation Non-Partisan Family Wife Danielle and son Joey Does anyone in your family work in politics or government? - Education Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering Technology from University of Massachusetts Lowell Occupation Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer constructing Solar Power Plants - 15 Years Experience Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office None Campaign website www.joefeole.com Why are you seeking elective office? To serve our community by utilizing my expertise and experience to help Salem grow sustainably while protecting the Town and residents.The single most pressing issue facing our (board, district, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it. As a member of the planning board I'll make sure development projects follow the Town ordinances while ensuring growth through sustainable economic development while balancing the needs of the residents and businesses. What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post? I'm an Engineer. Engineer's solve a wide array of problems. If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency) Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform We need to make a commitment to 100% renewables and the electrification of everything. What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job? I've presented many projects to Planning Boards. I've managed the permitting and design process. I know how a Planning Board works and what it takes to maintain the well-being of the community that the Planning Board represents. The best advice ever shared with me was … Be yourself. What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions? I grew up in Salem, NH. I attended Salem schools. This is my hometown and I want to help Salem by volunteering my expertise to the community.