Get To Know Barnstable Council Candidate Charlie Bloom

BARNSTABLE, MA — Local elections in Barnstable are less than a month away, and Patch is determined to help residents get to know their candidates for council and school committee.

Patch has sent candidate questionnaires to each of the candidates that will appear on the ballot in a contested race for each of those positions.

Charlie Bloom is running for a seat on the Town Council in Precinct 9. His campaign is focused primarily on one issue: Preventing the urbanization of Hyannis.

Get to know Bloom below:

Name

Charlie Bloom

How old will you be as of Election Day?

73

Does your campaign have a website? If so, include the URL here.

https://www.precinct9bloom.com

What city or town do you live in?

Hyannis

What office are you seeking?

Town Councilor

If you are running in a district, you can specify the district here.

Precinct 9

Education.

B.A. Boston College M.Ed. Boston University

What is your occupation?

I am a retired educator and social worker

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

Maria is my wife. Joey (31) and Ben (29) are my sons.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

My cousin, Nik Atsalis, is finishing his term as a Town Councilor.

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?

I want to prevent the urbanization of Hyannis.

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

My constituents need a representative who will respond to their needs. I will be working for the residents of Precinct 9, not for any personal benefit.

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

My opponent is pleased with the urbanization of Hyannis. I am not.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

Create affordable housing for working people. Insuring clean water flows from our faucets. Promote a functioning Town Council where all members work together in the open with dignity and without conflict.

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

My entire 40-year career.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Keep your cool.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I will not be looking to find another job by using my position as a Town Councilor. I will not be doing the bidding of wealthy developers.