Trumbull Election: Mike Miller For Town Council

TRUMBULL, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Trumbull will be on the ballot.

To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 2, Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.

Patch will post these candidate profiles over the next couple of weeks, so check back often to see the latest.

Democrat Mike Miller, 44, is running for Town Council in Trumbull.

Occupation: Content Marketing

Family:Heather (wife), Zoe (daughter), Dash (son)

Experience: Town Council

Family in government: no

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

Balancing concerns around taxes for those who are OK with increases (provided they go to services which they support and use, like schools, parks, programs, etc) and those who are worried taxes are too high in Trumbull. I intend to provide financial oversight as part of the Town Council finance committee, push back where appropriate, and advocate when needed, and depending on resident feedback and my own insights.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

I believe all the candidates as Trumbull residents want the same thing, such as stable taxes, good schools, safe environment, regular services. The differentiator for me is my service to the community in various areas (government, schools, and youth sports) and using that to inform my decisions within the TC.

Accomplishments:

My experience in the Town Council the last two years has been essential in regards to the budgeting process, constituent communication, and and pushing for equitable processes throughout Trumbull.

Other issues:

I think more should be done around Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Trumbull. That means listening to marginalized groups who haven't historically had a voice in Trumbull, educating residents who don't understand why this is important, and and enacting changes to reflect a 2021 viewpoint that values racial diversity.