Greenwich Candidate Profile: Allison 'Icy' Frantz For RTM

GREENWICH, CT — Election day in Greenwich is getting closer and there are plenty of candidates running for various positions in town. To help residents make an informed decision on Nov. 5, Greenwich Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as the big day draws near.

Allison 'Icy' Frantz, 54, is running for a seat on the Representative Town Meeting (District 5). She currently sits on the executive board of Arch Street, the Greenwich teen center, and the Taft School in Watertown, and has also sat on the boards of both Greenwich Academy and Greenwich Country Day School.

Previously, she was appointed to a task force on drug and alcohol addiction prevention and treatment for the state. A resident of Riverside, she and her husband, Scott, have four children between the ages of 23 and 13.

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The single most pressing issue facing our town/district is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

As member of the RTM, we need to learn to listen to one another without judgement and with respect. I plan to do just that.

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

I believe we are all seeking this position because we care about our community a lot. We all want to maintain the wonderful aspects of our community, and strengthen the weaknesses. I believe in a strong educational system and responsible spending as well as good services and quality facilities for all of our residents.

List other issues that define your campaign platform:

Simply, it is time for me to give back to a community that has given our family so much.

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

I believe I am a good communicator. I have raised four children, (three boys) which has prepared me to do almost anything. I have worked in positions of leadership on various boards. I get along with most people and I believe that will help me be a good RTM member.

The best advice ever shared with me was...

There is no "I" in team.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

If you are living in District 5, I would be honored to have your vote.