Sunila Fadl Running For Fairfield RTM District 1

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 Sunila Fadl, 41, is running for Fairfield RTM District 1.

Occupation: Senior Credit Risk Manager

Family:
Husband: Samer
Kids:
Reza -7
Zain -7
Zara -5

Family in government: No

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

The single most pressing issue facing our town is our health as a community. As we continue to work through this pandemic we need to do everything we can to get our residents vaccinated and keep our kids in school safely. I intend to continue to reach out to our community to get vaccinated so we can all be safer together. I’m also looking forward to us getting vaccinations available for elementary school children so we can continue to protect the youngest members of our community.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

I am passionate about my community and I am very committed to reaching out and talking to our constituents about the issues that are most important to them. I think the community outreach is some thing that we have not particularly seen in the incumbents and that is some thing that I plan to change once elected. Holding this office is a privilege and should not be taken for granted. I will be an advocate for Greenfield Hill.

Accomplishments:

I have an MBA in finance and over 15 years of experience in the banking industry. Addressing some of the financial issues that face the town is something I’m well prepared for as a successful banking executive. As a mother of 3 children in the Fairfield school system I have direct insight to the challenges schools and children in our community face and I am committed to making sure our children and our schools are a priority. My husband and other family members work on the healthcare front lines and that gives me a unique perspective into the health of our community and how we can do our best to make sure we can continue to persevere through this pandemic in a way that is safe for everyone.

Other issues:

While we battle of the issues of today we also have to think about our planet that we are leaving behind for our children tomorrow. I am looking forward to supporting initiatives that are beneficial to our environment and our planet.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

I grew up in Connecticut and always knew that I wanted to raise my family here. We chose fairfield as our home for its outstanding public schools, beautiful beaches, thriving community, and and welcoming spirit. I value our community and I want to serve you by listening to your needs and advocating for your interests as a part of our collective progress.