CT Patch Candidate Profile: Bill Mecca For State Representative

TRUMBULL, CT — Election Day on Nov. 3, 2026, is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot in Connecticut.

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

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Candidate's Name:

Bill Mecca

What office are you seeking?

State Representative for District 123

Age:

56

District:

123

Party:

Democrat

Campaign website:

https://www.billfortrumbull.com

Occupation:

Social Worker

Family:

Daughter: Lauren, 22; Son: Andrew, 19

Does anyone in your family work in government?

No.

Previous public office:

Trumbull Town Council since 2015.

Why are you seeking this office?

I am running for State Representative because serving this community is not just what I do — it is who I am. Trumbull deserves a voice in Hartford that is grounded in its neighborhoods, its families, and its future, and I am ready to be that voice.

What do you believe is the No. 1 issue facing Connecticut, and how do you plan to address it?

Increase state investment in K–12 education so towns aren't forced to over-rely on property taxes. Fix the Education Cost Sharing formula to be fairer for suburban communities, and eliminate any state mandates that are unfunded.

Energy costs have been soaring in Connecticut. What are your plans to help address this issue?

This is a longstanding and complex issue. Keep attacking the supply cost. Electricity supply prices are heavily influenced by natural-gas prices and the regional wholesale market operated by ISO-New England. Connecticut has limited ability to control that market by itself.

A sensible strategy is a diversified portfolio—nuclear, renewables, storage, and reliable generation—rather than relying excessively on one fuel.

Use Connecticut's nuclear assets strategically. The Millstone and Seabrook contracts have recently helped reduce the public-benefits component of electric bills. The state says the resulting benefits are continuing through at least spring 2027.

Put much tougher scrutiny on utility spending. PURA reviews utility rate cases, and utilities have the burden of demonstrating that proposed rates are just and reasonable. Connecticut could continue aggressively scrutinizing capital expenditures, executive costs, storm costs, financing costs and other expenses before allowing them into rates.

Affordability has been a major topic across the country and here in Connecticut. How do you plan to address this issue?

The State has to update the formulas they use to calculate reimbursement for the educational costs that have overly burdened the homeowner. This is specific to the State education policies that have been partially or entirely unfunded.

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

First, as President of the NIA, I significant;y raised membership and participation, initiated long needed property upgrades and added new programming such as the Nichols Farmers Market and the Adult Kickball League. I also worked with an Eagle Scout to enhance the WWII memorial monument on the Nichols Green. As an elected member of the Town Council, I supported the following resolutions: 1) Returning our voting Districts to 7 thereby increasing minority rep, better access to Council reps and less crowded polling locations. 3) Restoring the Police Pension. 4) Major safety upgrades to parks, roads (Strobel, Moose Hill, Chestnut Hill) and increased athletic field capacity for youth, adult and Trumbull High athletics.

5) Our school system rankings increased to #6 in the State.

6) I approved balanced budgets annually since 2018 (no gimmicks or funding cliffs). 7) Supported the education budget which restored positions cut as a result of fiscal mismanagement under the prior regime. 8) Maintained our top-tier AA++ Bond rating. 9) Increased the tax abatement for volunteer firefighters. 10) Enabled the Senior Center referendum vote after 10 years of deliberation. 11)Traffic safety improvements along Main St./Rt. 111 in response to residents concerns. 12) Approved the Trumbull Mall Feasibility Study (paid for mostly by grants) which is the roadmap for its economic revitalization. 13) Responded to citizen requests for traffic calming measures (speed counters) in District 2.

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

As the grandson of Italian immigrants, I value family, community, and relationships. As a licensed clinical social worker since 1993, I have dedicated my professional life to helping people overcome a variety of challenges in many settings: inpatient psychiatry, ER or outpatient setting, stress/trauma in the workplace, alcohol and/or drug issues, and for over 20 years as a school social worker at Trumbull High School. I continued my education, having recently obtained my Doctorate in Social Work so I could be the best in helping those I serve to achieve their best. Thus, if elected, I will rely on my professional experiences and skills to advocate for efficiency and effectiveness with the State policies and funds that impact the Trumbull community.