Patch Candidate Profile: Joseph Levanti for Brookfield Board of Finance

BROOKFIELD, 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:
Joseph Levanti

What office are you seeking?
Board of Finance

What town do you live in?
Brookfield

Campaign Website

Party Affiliation:
Democratic

Occupation:
retired Pharmacist

Family:
Wife Susan Four children Six grandchildren

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
no

Why are you seeking this office?
Because I care about how Brookfield manages its resources and want to make sure the town's finances are handled responsibly.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
The single most pressing issue is the balancing of rising costs (inflation, school funding needs, infrastructure, debt service) with the community's expectation of reasonable taxes

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I've managed budgets in the independent and chain pharmacy settings giving me the skills to oversee town finances. I understand both the importance of fiscal responsibility and the need to invest wisely in schools, safety, and infrastructure.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
I've successfully managed budgets in retail pharmacy balancing efficiency with quality of care and taking those skills to manage community clubs

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Listen more than you speak and treat every dollar like it's your own.