Patch Candidate Profile: Ron Sill, Derby Board Of Aldermen

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

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

Democrat Ron Sill, 72, is a Derby resident running for the Board of Aldermen and Alderwomen in the Second Ward.

Education

Derby High School Graduate.

What is your occupation?

Retired.

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

Married to Joyce Sill we have four Daughters and Ten Grandchildren.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No.

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

I have served the city of Derby for four years on the Board of Education, 4 years on the Zoning Commission, and 35 years on the Board of Alderman.

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 run for office to make and keep Derby a Better Place to live and raise a Family. To have clean streets and Neighborhoods. To stabilize taxes especially for our Seniors.

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

Cost of Living in Derby! Taxes and WPCA fees! We need to bring in businesses and Institute a Capital Plan where we can spread out city expenditures. We need to reduce taxes for our seniors and incentivize long time residents with tax breaks.

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

I know my experience in city government and my ability to bring people together is my strong asset.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

We need to make our city shine, to have nice neighborhoods, clean streets and parks, we need to bring our Greenway trail back to what it was. Clean and picturesque. And most importantly make our downtown Flourish.

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

I’ve brought up many things to the city and managed to make things happen. Such as Derbys Greenway, and to improve Safety by adding new sidewalks and crosswalks. To hold the line on Spending issues. To partner with other city boards and foster good communication to save taxpayers dollars.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

To Listen Listen Listen!

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

I am a lifelong resident of the city of Derby. A Member and Past Captain of The Paugassett Fire House. I have a strong commitment to this city and its residents.