Stamford Election 2021: Anabel D. Figueroa For Board Of Reps.

STAMFORD, CT — Election Day on Nov. 2 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

Democrat Anabel D. Figueroa, 60, is running for Board of Representatives in Stamford.

Occupation: Unit Coordinator

Family: Husband Robert Figueroa, two kids born and raised in Stamford public Schools.

Experience: Board of Representatives

Family in government: No

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

Infrastructure. Stamford was one of the cities that was severely hit by flooding. Many residents lost thousands and thousands of dollars due to the damage done by These flooding. I will propose a flood mitigation committee to study and review plans to analyze the impacts of flooding when are affecting so many households.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

I think the difference is very clear. I have been representing our district for the last 20 years. This has given me the opportunity to develop a positive relationship with my constituents while working tirelessly to be their voice at the local government.

Accomplishments:

Among other accomplishments I take pride on helping the rest of the members to change the rules for our board of representatives to allow the public to speak at the beginning of all monthly board meetings. Worked tirelessly with the neighbors and administration in order to get improvements on Seaside Avenue including lowering the speed limit and the plantation of new trees. Advocated and worked with the city on the repaving of Weed Avenue.

Other issues:

To focus on the education and environment issues and continue supporting keeping our taxes low.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

I want the voters to know that I am very proud to continue representing them and if re-elected will continue to be their local voice and advocate for their rights.