Patch Candidate Profile: Steven Guralnick, Shelton Board of Aldermen

SHELTON, CT — The 2023 municipal election is heating up in Shelton 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 Steven Guralnick is a Shelton resident running for the Board of Aldermen in the Third Ward.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education.

What is your occupation?

Semi- Retired from Heaalthcare Sales.

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

Married 2 rescue Dogs Sully and Finn.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No.

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

Yes, Board of Apportionment and Taxation.

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 have been a resident of Shelton for 36 years and want to see our city grow with proper funding for essential needs without the needs of city employees and residents.

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

Traffic! The city needs a better plan to be developed. Road repairs, congested roads and no parking all needs to be addressed.

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

Concern for ALL citizens needs in City of Shelton.

If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?

Independent thinking and not only doing what mayor tells them to do.

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

Senior Services in town. Support Students and schools to further provide current changing needs.

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

Many years in Management and ran a business for Bridgeport Hospital.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Principals are important in any position especially when you partner it with hard work.

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

Every Citizen of City in Shelton is as important as the next resident!