Oxford Election 2021 Profile: ARNOLD JENSEN

OXFORD, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Oxford will be on the ballot.

To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 2, Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.

Patch will post these candidate profiles over the next couple of weeks, so check back often to see the latest.

Republican ARNOLD JENSEN, 62, is running for Selectman in Oxford.

Occupation: Chemical Engineer

Family:
Wife Paula
Two grown children Eric and Nicole

Experience: Oxford Selectman

Family in government: My wife is on the town of Oxford's Board of Finance.

The single biggest issue in town is ______, and I plan to do this about it:

The single most pressing issue facing our town is the increasing tax burden. I intend to continue to keep local government small and increase our tax base in the commercial and light industrial areas reliving the tax burden on families.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

I have over ten years of experience being involved in our town's political system. I have carried out each term with honor and integrity and bringing a conservative mindset to the position.

Accomplishments:

In my professional career I am a project manager. Many of the same skills are required in town government such as time management, budgeting, delegating, and and holding the full team responsible for delivery.

Other issues:

Support of police and our volunteer fire and ambulance departments. Strong focus on education for our town's children.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

I first became involved in town politics to complete the High School by building the fields. I was then appointed to the roads commission and was elected to Planning and Zoning commission where I was Chairman for two years before being elected as Selectman.