CT Patch Candidate Profile: Dan Ford For RTM

FAIRFIELD, CT — The 2025 election is heating up in Connecticut and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

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

Candidate's Name:
Dan Ford

What office are you seeking?
RTM

What town do you live in?
Fairfield

Party Affiliation:
Republican

Occupation:
Attorney

Family:
I am married and have four children who attended Fairfield public schools.

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
I have served as a commissioner on the Parking Authority and the Town Planning and Zoning Commision.

Why are you seeking this office?
I am running for RTM because the decisions made the local level - about development, schools, neighborhoods - have a lasting impact on the quality of life for every Fairfield resident. I believe in collaboration over division. I want to assure that our town government works for everyone - not just the few.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
Over development. I am concerned that the four corners of Stratfield Road and Fairfield Woods Road will be redeveloped in the next several years. I want to make sure Stratfield stays the way it is. I believe current leadership supports massive developments in our neighborhoods. I want to change that.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
The other candidates seeking a position on the RTM support the over development of Fairfield and the Stratfield area. The want to see the four corners developed with mixed use, 8-30g projects. In other words, they want apartment buildings to be built in our neighborhoods. A vote for me is a vote against the over development of Stratfield.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
Fairfield is strongest when everyone has a seat at the table. I believe that our RTM should represent all residents - regardless of background, income, age, or belief. Every Fairfielder deserves to feel heard, valued and respected. I want to make sure every resident, especially those who have been historically underrepresented or unheard, is empowered to participate in decisions that affect their lives. That means standing up for fairness, accessibility, and respect for all Fairfielders - from housing and education to local businesses and public safety. Our strength lies in our diversity - in our workers, families, seniors, students, and newcomers who each contribute to the vitality of our town. By embracing values of equity, compassion, and shared responsibility, we can build a better Fairfield. Because when everyone is included, everyone moves forward.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
My experience is rooted in bringing people together, listening to diverse perspectives, and turning shared values into action. Progress doesn't happen overnight; it happens when people step up to serve. I am ready to bring that commitment, energy, and forward-thinking approach to the RTM.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
I never met Tip O'Neill but I believe he is credited with saying "all politics is local". People are most concerned with what is happening in their local communities. That is why I will fight to make sure Fairfield has safe streets, good schools, fair taxes and a great sense of community.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I think the voters of Fairfield will be very happy how I represent District 4 (Stratfield) on the RTM. I will do everything I can to make sure that our great neighborhood stays great. My opponents support the new 8-30g apartment buildings being built all over Fairfield. I am committed to protecting Stratfield from the overdevelopment that my opponents support.