Patch Candidate Profile: Jim Buggy, RTM District 8

FAIRFIELD, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Fairfield will be on the ballot, including Board of Selectman, Board of Education, Board of Finance, RTM and others.

To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 7, Fairfield Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.

Patch will post these candidate profiles over the next few weeks, so check back often to see the latest.

Name

Jim Buggy

How old will you be as of Election Day?

67

What city or town do you live in?

Fairfield

What office are you seeking?

RTM, Democrat, District 8

If you are running in a district, you can specify the district here.

8th RTM

Please give us your party affiliation.

Democrat

Education.

B.S., Criminal Justice

What is your occupation?

Fundraising Consultant

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

Wife: Lucy; Children: Caitlin, Caroline, Sarah, Charlotte

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

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

No

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?

I care about the town and want to see continue to flourish

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

Traffic and over development

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

n/a

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

Our opponents have let many initiatives slip through the cracks - U.I. towers; Penfield Pavilion; the credit card issue

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

Education; public safety; enforce gun laws

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

Experienced, inspiring team leader;

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

To thine own self be true

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

25+ year resident of Fairfield; 2 kids attended public school