Milford Candidate Profile: Rick Vizziello For Zoning Commission

MILFORD, CT — Milford's election season is heating up and there are plenty of contested races with candidates eager to get their name on the ballot for the city's municipal election. One of those contested races is the race for Planning and Zoning Board.

Milford Patch asked candidates in the contested races to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Rick Vizziello, 35, is running for Planning and Zoning as a Republican.

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Family: *

Daniella Vizziello- Wife, Rick Vizziello- Son- 2 years old. We couldn’t be happier raising our little guy in Milford, it’s a great city for all, and we enjoy the wonderful beaches, restaurants, and shops that are just a few minutes drive!

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government? *

This includes any relatives who work in the government you'd be representing.

No

Education: *

Bachelor Business Administration- Legal Studies In Business at Hofstra University

Occupation: *

Currently I’m an Account Director in the apparel manufacturing industry. I’m helping American companies become more competitive and bringing manufacturing jobs back to the USA.

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office: *

None

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

Let’s make government helpful. We do not want to overdevelopment Milford which will be detrimental to home prices. We need to promote positive growth which will lead to real estate appreciation growth.

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

If you want someone who is going to work hard for the city of Milford and help create positive growth vote Vizz for planning and zoning.

List other issues that define your campaign platform:

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

I have worked in the technology and manufacturing industry for over 12 years and have worked with businesses and people to help them develop products and make them more competitive. I understand that rules and regulations are in place for certain reasons just like planning and zoning. We need to work together to promote positive development in Milford.

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. “ Theodore Roosevelt

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

If your looking for someone with fresh ideas, someone that’s going to put the interests of the residents of Milford first, Vote Vizz. I will do my absolute best for you.