CT Patch Candidate Profile: Hector Arzeno For State Representative

GREENWICH, CT — Election Day on Nov. 5 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot in Greenwich.

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

Candidate’s Name

Hector Arzeno

What office are you seeking?

151st District - State Representative

District

151st State House District

What city or town do you live in?

Cos Cob

Party affiliation

Democrat

Education

Catholic University of Argentina, B.A. and University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, Advance Management Program (AMP)

Occupation

Retired after a 40 year career in top management positions and Board of Director member in international finance.

Family

My four children went through both the private and public schools in Greenwich. I have served as a coach for the Greenwich Youth Soccer League, a volunteered for the Parent Board of Bucknell University, was a member of the Sustainability Committee at GCDS, and a Greenwich High School Tour Guide and Science Department helper.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Previous public office, appointive or elective:

I was elected to serve as State Representative to the 151st in 2022. I am in my third term on the Greenwich RTM serving District 8, I serve as a delegate on the Finance Committee. I have been an alternate on the Claims Committee and Labor Contracts committee.

Age

77

Why are you seeking this office?

It is important that Greenwich residents have a seat at the table in discussions around the issues that impact us like education, the environment, and safety.

What do you believe is the No. 1 issue facing Connecticut, and how do you plan to address it?

Supporting families and growing our economy is the number one issue facing Connecticut. I think we have had some success but need to continue the work to support early education, job training, and creating efficiencies to attract and simplify the process of establishing new business.

There have been an alarming number of deaths on Connecticut's roadways. Is there anything from a legislative standpoint that can be done to address that?

This item was brought to my assigned Committees (Education, Environment, and Higher Education) however this is certainly an opportunity for the legislature to seek a bi-partisan solution based on data.

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

In my two years in Hartford I have delivered results. I have sponsored bills to enhanced background checks to keep weapons from bad actors, protected the integrity of our elections, and secured tens of millions in funding for non-profits, local libraries, and our Central Middle School. All this while in 2023 reducing taxes by passing a bi-partisan balanced budget.

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

As stated earlier, I have sponsored and successfully passed a number of bills important to preserving a high quality of life for our residents. I am proud of my 100% attendance record in both legislative years. My experience and work ethic delivered support to a number of local organizations that are vital to residents in all walks of life.

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

I am endorsed by a number of organizations including, Planned Parenthood Votes, CT Against Gun Violence, Sierra Club, CT League of Conservation Voters, the Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association and CT Realtors.