Patch Candidate Profile: Matt Sather, Trumbull Planning And Zoning

TRUMBULL, CT — The 2023 municipal election is heating up in Trumbull and there are plenty of local races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

Trumbull Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Republican Matt Sather, 47, is a Trumbull resident running for the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Education

BA in English from Amherst College. MA in American Studies from Fairfield University.

What is your occupation?

High school teacher and coach, 25 years.

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

Wife, Ann. Three daughters.

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?

To give back to the town that has given me great opportunities.

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

Overdevelopment. I plan to use my vote on the [Planning and Zoning Commission] to make sure that Trumbull is growing at a sustainable level, and that the taxpayers of Trumbull are represented as decisions are made.

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

I am not a political insider. Simply a concerned citizen who is interested in service.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Show up early, and stay late.