Patch Candidate Profile: Ronald DeSena, East Haven Board of Finance

EAST HAVEN, CT — The 2023 municipal election is heating up in East Haven and there are plenty of local races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

East Haven Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Ronald DeSena of East Haven is running for the Board of Finance.

Education.

A.S. degree

What is your occupation?

Chef

Do you have a family? If so, please tell us about them.

Two children & 3 grand children

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

N/A

Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?

Yes

Now we'd like to ask a few questions about your reasons for running and your general views on politics and government. First, why are you seeking this office?

Offer honest transparency and insight.

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Town finance

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

Open too hearing different options

If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Directed and worked with financial budgets, volunteer on ZBA

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Be patient, honest & sincere

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?