Patch Candidate Profile: Mark McCall For Branford RTM, District 1

BRANFORD, CT — Election Day on Nov. 4 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot.

Patch reached out to candidates for office to get more information on their campaigns and the issues that are facing their towns.

Candidate's Name:
Mark McCall

What office are you seeking?
District 1 RTM

What town do you live in?
Branford

Party Affiliation:
Democrats

Occupation:
IT Technician

Family:
Married to Fiona for 24 years. Together we have a son Matther who's a college senior dual major computer science undergrad

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
NO

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
RTM District 1 representative

Why are you seeking this office?
We all must contribute and work towards the changes we seek

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
I intend to work with colleagues on both sides to bring taxes down while at the same time balancing the budget and maintaining a healthy reserve

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
I will work towards the development on main street into a model tourist attraction to help the business community who provides services and employment

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
I once served on the tourism and hospitality board and attended many international trade fairs

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you? It's better to try and fail than failing to try