Marc G. Andre Running For Fairfield Plan And Zoning Commission

FAIRFIELD, CT — It's election season in Fairfield, and Patch is here to help you get to know the candidates running for local office in 2021 before voters head to the polls Nov. 2.

Questionnaire responses appear as submitted by candidates.

Democrat Marc G. Andre, 49, is running for Fairfield Planning and Zoning Commission.

Occupation: Architect

Experience: Strategic plan committee

The single biggest issue in town is ______, and I plan to do this about it:

Planning and zoning should long term vision that can spur economic growth while keeping Fairfield moving forward and affordable and welcoming.

I am not seeking office to render reactionary decision. I will work with all stakeholders to craft a common vision for the future of our town.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

Every candidate brings their own perspective and passion to a particular post. We all care deeply about the future of Fairfield. I am a problem solver and not a politician. My experience and skillsets that are directly related to this post.

As an architect, I don't pick winners and losers in my practice. I believe that planners regardless of political affiliation should provide long term vision for the town and should make informed decision based on actual data.

As a small local business owner, I work closely with my clients to investigate, to analyze and put forth informed solutions. I also work daily with team members with competing professional interests and agendas to craft solutions for a given charge and make appropriate recommendations to our clients. If elected, and i will bring the same collaborative spirit to the board.

Accomplishments:

I served on the Fairfield Human services commission prior to joining The Roger Ludlowe Building Committee from 2013 to completion(1/2/19).

Other issues:

Promote sensible and smart commercial development growth to lessen residential taxes and to keep our downtown vibrant.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

Marc G. Andre, AIA, is a Fairfield resident of more than 20 years. Marc's daughter and his younger brother graduated Fairfield Warde High School. Marc is also a small business owner with over 20 years experienced in architecture, construction and real estate development.

Marc is currently a Connecticut Chapter board of director of the American Institute of Architects.

Marc holds a Bachelor of Architecture From The City College of New York School of Architecture and Environmental Studies In NYC, and