Stamford Election 2021 Profile: Lyda Ruijter For Town Clerk

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 Lyda Ruijter, 69, is running for Town Clerk.

Occupation: Town Clerk

Experience: Town Clerk

Family in government: no

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

The lack of awareness of the issues that are prevalent in the various districts. The Town Clerk office is the welcome mat for all residents and can help with the communication.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

Experience in education, business, management and government, and as well as an understanding of the issues that matter for Stamford.

Accomplishments:

Administration of the huge Presidential Election in November 2020 under the pandemic and without sufficient resources.

Other issues:

The importance of innovation and expedience in the office and as well as preserving historical documents. Creating a organization structure in the Town Clerk's office to improve expediency and accessibility.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

I've shown dedication and commitment and have worked in a bipartisan way throughout my career.