Patch Candidate Profile: Michael Kot, Easton Board Of Finance

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

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

Michael Kot, 61, is running for re-election to the Easton Board of Finance as a Republican.

Education.

BA

What is your occupation?

30 Years Corporate Debt

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

4 children all grown

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

no

Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?

Yes, 8 years Board of Finance, 6 years Library Board

Why are you seeking this office?

Serve my town to insure Easton remains affordable for all

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

Outside regulations from the state trying to force policies on the town that alter the character and quality of life of the citizens of Easton. I will work to make sure Easton doesn't have any unfunded mandates that rely on the Easton residents.

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

I don't vote in favor of all spending proposals.

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

8 years of budgetary restraint

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Think before answering even though you may have an immediate answer