PO BOX 148 : PETS BETHEL, CT 06801 us posTase EDDM RETAIL senna ECRWSSEDDM**** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER BETHEL, CT 06801 i L community * adersh, 24 BEST FOR BETHEL! ++ _ For more in-depth information about our candidates please visit www.BethelDemocrats.com Vote Democratic on November 7 proved yc scars ar ch Sato. Pi bh eth era ow CriesBoard of Finance ” DALENE MASI FOSTER, PhD ROBERT MANFREDA ___ STRATEGIC THINKING AND BUSINESS INCUMBENT WITH DEEP FINANCIAL EXPERIENCE EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE Adjunct professor at WSU and independent MBA in Accounting and Law Degree from business consultant; former organizational and UConn; senior vice president, senor tax counsel management consultant for IBM and other and assistant tax director a Synchrony Financial Fortune 50 companies; seeks to serve as the in Stamford: senior finance executive with the Voice for Bethel families on the Board of hands-on experience needed to improve thet’ Finance budget process Thave grown weary of partisan politics that do not 66 1am running for the Board of Finance because I benefit the average person. [would like to find ways to want to help Bethel successfully navigate the coming work toward commonsense, shared goals for our town.” unprecedented fiscal challenges.” ROBERT J. PALMER WENDY SMITH DEEP PROFICIENCY IN FINANCE INSTITUTIONAL AND FINANCIAL ‘AND STRATEGY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Fortune 500 financial experience; strategic and Decades of experience; expert in town government independent minded with an emphasis on trans- ‘operations and finance; 20 yeas in st Selectman’ parency; B.A. from Denison Univ: postgraduate ‘fice and 30+ years on town boards and commis: studies and certifications at the Univ. of Pitts- sions; currently on the Housing Authority; worked in burgh; 40 year career in the service industry; the tax collector’ office, asthe public utilities collec- emphasis on trust, candor and communication {or and on Economic Development Commission 66 My pledge as a member of the Board of Finance is to 66 Ibetieve that itis important to put aside personal feel- be a steward of the community's financial resources and to ings on items before the Board and focus instead on what's hold the goals of the town above all other interests.” best for Bethel and what Bethel can afford.” CLAUDIA J. STEPHAN FINANCIAL COMPETENCE AND PROVEN EXPERIENCE MBA in Finance from UConn; 10 years as financial analyst for 18M; experienced board ‘member having previously served 12 years on the Board of Finance - serving for part of that time as Vice Chair; curently serves on the Bethel Housing Authority 66 My top goals for the Board include establishing clear guiding principles while fostering transparency and operating efficiency.” Town Clerk Treasurer LISA BERGH PAT SMITHWICK CERTIFIED CT AND BETHEL TOWN DEEP EXPERIENCE WITH CLERK FOR THE LAST 12 YEARS BETHEL FINANCES Attended Central CT State University; earned Served on the Board of Finance from 201110 CT Certified Town Clerk certification in 2006; 2015; community liaison forthe Bethel Visiting member ofthe Town Clerk Assoc. Technology Nurse Association; past member of the Committee and Research Committee; serves as Economic Development Commission, Bethel State of Connecticut Freedom of Information Act Emergency Preparedness Committee and North liaison forthe town of Bethel ‘west Regional Workforce Investment Board 66 1am a good candidate because I am dedicated 66 We continue to grow in the right direction. Bethel is and knowledgeable, Ihave 15 years of experience, and a place where we care for our neighbors and friends. I Thave a strong rapport with town residents.” will serve with honor and dignity as the town treasurer.”Experienced, Professional and Dedicated to Our Community We Appreciate Your Continuing Support! MATT KNICKERBOCKER for First Selectman RICH STRAITON for Selectman A Wealth of Knowledge and Experience in Both the Private and Public Sectors Unsurpassed Expertise in Town Operations, Construction, Utilities and Technology BUSINESS EXPERIENCE ‘Thirty years in senior management with Global 1000 corporations Responsible for operating divisions upto $150 million per year Experience in general management, communications, human resources, logistics, labor law, labor negotiations ‘and marketing GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCE Bethel First Selectman Past Chairman - Bethel Board of Education Chairman - Transportation Committee, Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Past Chairman - Western Connecticut Council of Governments Past Chairman - Housatonic Valley Council of Elected Officials Vice Chairman - Housatonic Resource Recovery Authority Justice of the Peace PROJECT EXPERIENCE Bethel igh School Renovation Solar Farm (October 2017 Completion) Berry School Renovation Library Expansion and Renovation, Phase I Bethe! Police Station Whittlesey Walnut Hill Bridge Eureka Water Storage Tank EDUCATION Bachelor of Science - Eastern Michigan University Master of Public Administration - Post University WORK EXPERIENCE Vetoran, United States Army National Guard Director of Buildings and Grounds - Bethel Health Care Independent Construction Contractor GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCE Bethel Selectman, First Selectman Alternate Bethel Public Utilities Commission Permanent Building Committee Alternate to Western Connecticut Council of Governments, Alternate to Housatonic Resource Recovery Authority Constable Justice of the Peace PROJECT EXPERIENCE “Old Tain Station’ Renovation Committee Police Station Renovation Committee “New” Police Station Building Committee Hurgin Municipal Center Building Committee Berry School Building Commitee Bethe! Middle Schoo! Building Committee Bethe! High Schoo! Building Commitee Stony Hil Fire House Building Committee Stony Hill Fire House Renovation Committee EDUCATION Bethel Public Schools Henry Abbot Tectinical SchoolPlanning & Zoning THOMAS BORYSIEWICZ PENNY KESSLER WANTS TO KEEP BETHEL A GREAT PLANNING & ZONING ALTERNATE PLACE TO LIVE Cantor at United Jewish Center; B.. from Brookiyn College; executive board member of the American Conference of Cantors; supports ‘the transit-oriented development district and wants to make sure thatthe town continues to grow while maintaining the ‘sal own’ Bethe environment ‘Asa member ofthe Planning and Zoning love this town. I want to make sure that Bethel Commission I would strive to keep Bethel affordable remains a place where its residents feel connected to aiid welcoming to businesses.” each other and the town.’ ‘SILVANO SENZAMICI ROB STOWELL BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE BETHEL ENTHUSIAST AND PROFESSIONAL INVOLVED CITIZEN ‘Assoc. of Science in Bus. Admin. from College of BS. from Quinnipiac University; M-. from Temple Westchester; owner of a properties and acqui- Univ. School of Pharmacy; math and science ‘ sitions management business with expertise in teacher for almost 2 decades; former environ- contract and lease negotiations, budget devel- mental, health and safety manager at major ‘opment and forecasting, safety and building ‘chemical/pharmaceutical firm; currently vice code compliance, process and standards chairman of Bethel Youth Commission improvement, and market research and analysis Reference and technology librarian at Woodbury Library; graduate of Bethel High School B.A. in history from Fitchburg State College; MA. in Li- brary Science from Southern CT State University past Bethel Public Library volunteer For most of my career, Fve dealt with small business, For Bethel to thrive well into the future, it's finance, property management and real estate. These imperative that we look forward with an eye toward experiences will serve me well in performing the duties of appropriate and sustainable growth, both residential the office.” and commercial.” Inland Wetlands Commission LAURA COLLINS LOUIS DAVID WANTS TO PROTECT BETHEL'S NATURAL ‘ALTERNATE (INCUMBENT) ENVIRONMENT AND WATER QUALITY ‘Attended Henry Abbott Technical High Schoo! Works in Bethel at Educational Innovations; B.S. in and Waterbury Tech. - earning machinist and Graphic Design from Univ. of Cincinnati; past tool-and-die degrees; 33 years as atool and die experience as Program Developer for an environ- ‘maker for Burndy Corp,; asthe owner of David ‘mental justice nonprofit organization and non- Photos he donates his photography services to profit board member fora bicycle co-op as many charity functions as possible 66 Preserving wetland habitat benefits both the wild creatures who call it home and the people who tive near- for over two years, and I hope to continue to help make a by, by reducing pollution, flood damage, and erosion.” difference to protect our community.” 66 I've been working with the Inland Wetlands Commission MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD! Vote Democratic on November 7Board of Education JENNIFER ACKERMAN CAPABLE & EFFECTIVE BOARD MEMBER SINCE 2013 MEd from University of New Haven; nearly 20 years of teaching experience; earned Teacher ‘of the Year distinction in 011; seasoned board ‘member with focus on good teaching amidst the high-stakes accountability climate in education 6 I believe in public education and that with careful resouree allocation and a ‘children first’ mentality, Bethel can be a leader in innovative educational practices.” JENNIFER LARSEN PERSPECTIVE AS BOTH EDUCATOR ‘AND PARENT BA in Eatly Childhood Education; certified 12 teacher; working on a MS. in Special Education; ‘currently a certified Pre-K teacher and PTO president at BHS with many years of PTO leadership roles at Bethel schools Tam a publie school teacher and a parent. Iean fully represent the people of Bethel because I under ‘stand the needs of students, parents, and the staff of ‘our schools.” LAWRENCE BOCCHIERE III REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE AND | FOCUS ON EDUCATION ‘38-year career in the US Postal Service — postmaster in Goldens Bridge, Cos Cob and Southport; 14 years as a 4H Leader at Beardsley Zoo - mentoring children in public speaking and animal husbandry Children are our collective future ~ and a quality education is their key to success. All children need a quality Public education provided by the town versus for-profit organizations draining public coffers.” CATHY SCHAEFER ‘STRONG ADVOCATE FOR LOCAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS BS from Cornell; MS from Pace University; certifications in secondary science and administration from Manhattanville College and from Brooklyn College in Gifted and Talentod Education Tam committed to the goal of promoting and sup- porting the policies, people, and infrastructure that will provide all of Bethel’s young people access to a quality learning experience and a safe place to grow.” Board of Assessment Appeals GARY PASSINEAU ‘SEEKING RE-ELECTION AS EXPERIENCED MEMBER OF THE BOARD Licensed, full-time Realtor* with William Raveis Real Estate since 2004 with numerous awards for customer service and performance and ‘member of the Top Producer's Club and The President's Club; graduate of St. Bonaventure University; MBA from the Univ. of New Haven Every taxpayer deserves a fair and impartial hearing if the need arises, to come before the Board of Assessment Appeals. As an experienced, licensed professional, I am dedicated to providing that service.” MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD! 1) FERN BLAIR HART WILL LISTEN TO PEOPLE AND TRY ‘TO HELP THEM Retired from the Danbury Highway Department {in 2006 after 27 years; Pastor of Canaan Unit- ‘ed Methodist Church since july 2016; Bach in Elementary Education at Western CT State Univ; taught at Berry School; member of the Energy Conservation Commission (Our nation needs change - and it needs to start at the grassroots level. Many folks have been left out and forgotten. We must engage them again, as well as new people — and we must listen to people.” Vote Democratic on November 7Zoning Board of Appeals RICHARD E. LAWLOR, JR REBECCA HUSSEY SEEKING RE-ELECTION PLEDGES BIPARTISANSHIP Currently Chaitman of the Zoning Board; Fire English professor at Norwalk Community College; Captain and shift Commander at Ridgefield Fire BA. in English at Wheaton College and MA. and wner ofa Bethel business - RE. Lawlor Pho. in English at Fordham University; member Graphics and Printing; president of The Joshua of Bethel Democratic Town Committee and isa Foundation inc. raising money for children ‘tequent volunteer at BOTC-sponsored events with neurological disorders enjoy serving the people, and my position allows me Twill give each case that comes my way a fair to keep local government in check. It is important to always __and careful hearing. I hope, also, to foster a spirit of * remember, government is here to help, not rule!” bipartisanship and cooperation.” EILEEN FREEBAIRN 1) CYNTHIA BEHRENS MCGUIRE FINANCIAL EXPERIENCE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS: ALTERNATE ‘30-year banking career as branch manager, BS. in psychology and mathematics with comput ‘commercial loan officer, auditor and credit er specialty from SUNY Binghamton; worked at iccer: secrel's Stemiatetar oreeeter ct ow 18M for 18 years in a varity of positions around the Board of Finance; previously served as treasurer Country; active at United Jewish Center; operates her own business, ByCyndie, making children's of Bethel Public Library board of directors and gina re accosuction the Fronds ofthe Library 1Tiluse my history here and knowledge ofthe town to am running because Twant to give back to my wonder make the right deceisions to maintain Bethel’s charm.” ful town and help sustain what makes Bethel so special.” Police Commission PATRICK M. PERREFORT CHRISTOPHER C. MCCOLLAM WANTS TO PRESERVE SECURITY EXPERIENCE AND COMMITMENT ‘AND PUBLIC SAFETY TO THE TOWN OF BETHEL Currently serving his 3rd term on the inland Previously served for 16 years on the Police Wetlands Commission; Director of Advanced Commission; served as Alternate on the Zoning Services at Comcast Communications; attended Board of Appeals; employed inthe Bethel Utility Western Connecticut State University Dept. - Water & Sewer Division; member of the Bethel Fire Department forthe ast 35 years, \ Twould like to give back to the residents of Bethel love this town. I want to make sure that Bethel ‘and to help ensure that Bethel retains its small-town feel remains a place where its residents feel connected to and its sense of security and safety.” each other and the town.” SANDI RICHARDS FORMAN FOR 2 YEAR VACANCY WANTS TO GET THE FORCE ESTABLISHED IN NEW HEADQUARTERS AND INCREASE AWARENESS OF THE POLICE FORCE AND WHAT IT DOES FOR THE COMMUNITY Earned a BBA with a major in Accounting from Wester CT State Univ; MBA in Finance and International Business {rom NYU; currently Marketing Director in software industry; previously a CPA and held several public and corporate finence positions — including Dun & Bradstreet and KPMG; currently @ member ofthe Insurance and Pension Commission The Police Department is responsible for keeping Bethel safe — the linchpin of all of the other efforts to make Bethel a desirable community.”