Trumbull Candidate Profile: Dick Mayo Board Of Zoning Appeals

TRUMBULL, CT — The 2019 municipal election is heating up in Trumbull and there are plenty of 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.

Dick Mayo is running for Zoning Board of Appeals as a Republican. He is retired and a current member of the board.

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The single most pressing issue facing our town/district is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Recently, there has been much discussion about planning and zoning decisions that have been made in Trumbull.

As a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals, I have a responsibility to
remain objective and review each appeal application that comes before me as
it relates to the laws & regulations of our Town.

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

I have been an elected member of Trumbull Zoning Board of Appeals since 2011. During this time, I have consistently voted both responsibly and respectfully. I have full and complete knowledge and experience with Trumbull zoning regulations, which is critical since those
who appear before this board are seeking special variances/changes. I will need no learning curve if re-elected. I also thoroughly review each individual application, including all documentations, and at times, have done site visits so I could be completely informed before voting.

List other issues that define your campaign platform:

I believe each and every applicant that comes before the Zoning Board of Appeals deserves the same respect and impartiality of each Board member.

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

As stated, I have been elected and re-elected to the Trumbull Zoning Board
of Appeals since 2011.

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

Treat everyone fairly and do unto others, as you want done to you.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I have lived in Trumbull for nearly 27 years and I have also been an EMS-EMT driver for over 20 years. I worked for the Trumbull Board of Education's Maintenance Department,retiring in 2007. Besides serving onZoning Board of Appeals, one of the most rewarding experiences has been as
EMS-EMT driver and I have felt a sense of responsibility to help others and give back to my Trumbull community.