Wallingford Candidate Profile: Bruce Conroy, Board Of Education

WALLINGFORD, CT — The 2019 municipal election is heating up in Wallingford and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

Wallingford Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Bruce Conroy is running for election to the Board of Education as a Democrat.

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Family:

Wife Aili McKeen, daughters Marika McKeen, union carpenter and Erin Conroy student at Yale’s Paramedic program

Education:

My higher education is 4 years apprenticeship at the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. Since then I have taken construction economics classes, management and many other trade related certifications

Occupation:

Union Carpenter 25 years

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office:

Zoning Board of Appeals

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

Ensuring that Wallingford’s schools are in the top 10, both for student achievements and modern facilities.

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

I often see problems and can head them off before they get out of hand. Also, we are on the verge of huge school construction and I believe I am better qualified to make sure we get the most bang for our bucks.

List other issues that define your campaign platform:

I have the drive and ability to push for excellence. Wallingford should lead the way.

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

I have managed projects worth millions and coordinated multiple contractors. I believe that my experience and critical thinking make me very well suited.

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

Leadership is not about telling people what to do, it's about teaching them to lead.

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

Everything I do is governed by three rules. Build, Solve, Fix. I often see problems before and head them off, or quickly find solutions when something pops up. My main goal is to build a better future for my Town and my state.

Campaign website:

https://m.facebook.com/CONROYF...