2023 Greenwich Election Profile: Thomas Waurishuk For Constable

GREENWICH, CT — Election Day on Nov. 7 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot in Greenwich.

Patch reached out to candidates for local office to get more information on their campaigns and the issues that are facing the town.

Name

Thomas Waurishuk

How old will you be as of Election Day?

59

What city or town do you live in?

Riverside

What office are you seeking?

Constable

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

Greenwich

Please give us your party affiliation.

Republican

Education.

Bachelor Arts

What is your occupation?

Professional Assistant Eastern Middle School. 4 years

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

Thomas Jr. 22, Graduated May 2023 from University of Connecticut School of Business. Graduated Number #1 in the School of Business with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Inducted into UConn Hall of Fame 2023 as Student Fellow. Completing his CPA. Employed at EY. Reagan 19 a Sophomore at University of Connecticut Business School and 2 year member of the UConn Cheer Team.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

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

RTM for 10 years 1991-2001

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?

Being that my children are grown. I have the time to give back to the Town of Greenwich. It’s wonderful to be able to serve the Town I grew up in

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

Taxes

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

Knowledge of Town

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

Uncontested

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Trust but, verify