North Haven Election 2023: Robert Nielsen Running For Zoning Board Of Appeals

NORTH HAVEN, CT — The 2023 municipal election is heating up in North Haven with plenty of races on the ballot.

Voters will head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 7 and cast their ballots for the Board of Selectmen, Board of Education, Board of Finance, Town Clerk/Tax Collector and more.

North Haven Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Robert Nielsen, 72, is running for re-election to the North Haven Zoning Board of Appeals as a Republican.

Education.

Sonoma State University, BA Psychology

What is your occupation?

Retired

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

Wife, Lynne. Married 23 years

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

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

Currently on Zoning Board of Appeals. Also, Economic Development Commission

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?

I love my town of North Haven and I want to give back to my community

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

Honesty in government

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

Friendly and caring

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

I’ve been faithfully performing this job for the last two years

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Work hard, smile and always be yourself

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