South Windsor 2019 Candidate Profiles: Liz Pendleton, Council

SOUTH WINDSOR, CT — South Windsor's election season is heating up, and there are plenty of contested races with candidates eager to represent their town in November's municipal election. Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns, and has been publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Elizabeth (Liz) E. Pendleton is running for Town Council as a Democrat.

Occupation

Assistant Town Clerk 6 yrs

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

Deputy Mayor of South Windsor

The single most pressing issue facing our town/district is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

The single most pressing issue facing our town is taxes and spending, which needs to be addressed. I would like to complete a forensic budget analysis for the last 5 years so we can analyze those numbers and accomplish a more fiscally responsibility budget, accountable and planning.

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

I am the only Military Veteran - USAF, the only South Windsor Native, and the Senior Town Council Candidate (8 years). As the only South Windsor Native, I am fortunate to see the changes thru the years, from kindergarten in the basement of the Church on Main St. to building new schools. As the Senior Council Member, I have had the opportunity to progress South Windsor into the 21st Century. I have volunteered for our town for the last 25 years in many capacities which has offered me the opportunity to interact with our diverse community on many levels. I also work for another town which affords me the ability to understand the functions of Local Government in many areas.

List other issues that define your campaign platform

I believe we need to look at Smart Growth in a way that could benefit the citizens of South Windsor. We need to create a strong Economic base that could offset the taxes and ease the financial burden on the residents. I also believe in preserving the agricultural feel that our town has to offer since that is what South Windsor was founded on. I also support our Schools and the direction we are we are heading, which is critical to the future of our community.