2023 Stamford Election: Michael Battinelli For Board Of Reps.

STAMFORD, CT — Election Day on Nov. 7 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot in Stamford

Patch reached out to candidates for local office to get more information on their campaigns and the issues that are facing the city.

Name

Michael Battinelli

How old will you be as of Election Day?

64

What city or town do you live in?

Stamford

What office are you seeking?

7th district representative

If you are running in a district, you can specify the district here.

7th district

Please give us your party affiliation.

Republican

Education.

Attended Stamford schools. Achieved a diploma in architectural engineering technology

What is your occupation?

Firefighter

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

I have been married to my wife, Rosanna, for 39 years. We raised 4 children. Michele, Laura, Mikey, and Joey

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

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

No

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?

Too much power is centered at the mayors office and the top tiers of government when it comes to our city. I would like to give a voice back to the people.

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

Quality of life. I intend to get a handle on this overdevelopment

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

Not a whole lot. I’m happy to say she feels the same way she on a lot of these issues

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

Open up the Glenbrook community center again ASAP. It was a much needed asset to Glenbrook and is needed now more than ever

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

I’ve been in many organizations and chaired a lot of them successfully. I have lived in Glenbrook most of my life and know my area well.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

If you want something, go after it and ask. The worst you will get is a no, but if you don’t try you’ll never get it anyway

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

Glenbrook has always been a great part of town. I want to bring that feeling back