Patch Candidate Profile: Nick Sentementes, Monroe Board of Finance

MONROE, CT — The 2023 municipal election is heating up in Monroe and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

Monroe Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Commercial banker Nick Sentementes, 58, is running for election to the Monroe Board of Finance as a Republican. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance, and an MBA. He has a wife, two sons and a daughter.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

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

No

Why are you seeking this office?

To give back to my community, civic service

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

Taxes. Make sure the town is being fiscally responsible.

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

Less conservative

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

Assisting companies with their financing needs

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

I'm an advocate for effective government.