Meriden Election 2025: Sarah Taylor Running For City Council

MERIDEN, CT — The 2025 municipal election is heating up in Meriden with plenty of races on the ballot.

Voters will cast their ballots in the Nov. 4 election for the position of mayor, along with seats on the City Council and Board of Education.

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

Sarah Taylor is running for election to the Meriden City Council as a Democrat.

What office are you seeking?
City Council - Area 4

Campaign Website

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Occupation:

Teacher, 12 years

Family:
I am married to my husband, Billy, and we have chosen to raise our 2 kids here in Meriden. Nora, age 7, and Joey, age 5, both attend Pulaski.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
Yes, my husband works for the State of Connecticut.

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
No.

Why are you seeking this office?
I am running for City Council in Area 4 because our community deserves a representative who listens, shows up, and collaborates to get things done. As a mom, I understand the challenges families are facing everyday; As a volunteer tee ball and basketball coach I see the importance of continuing to build a safe, thriving future for all; And as a teacher and member of the Pulaski School Governance Council, I believe investing in public education is investing in our future. In the classroom, I’ve learned the power of positivity and teamwork—how much more we can accomplish when we lift each other up and look for solutions together. I will bring that same spirit to the City Council, as someone who shows up and works hard to get things done. I approach challenges with an open mind, listen to all sides, and look for common ground that helps us move forward. I’m running because I believe in what’s possible when people work together with good intentions and a shared sense of purpose.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is the need to promote new businesses coming to Meriden to help to ease our property tax burden.

I intend to address this issue in several ways. To start, I will work with our State delegation, whom I already have strong relationships with, to leverage state resources in attracting new businesses to Meriden. I would also prioritize meeting with Meriden's new Economic Development Director as soon as I am elected to see where plans stand specifically for the mall, downtown, and west side vacancies. Finally, I would bring a fresh perspective and a new optimistic voice to the table in working to bring businesses here. If we are working to bring businesses to Meriden, we must be proud of our City and share the positives we have to offer!

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
The biggest difference between myself and my opponent is that I will show up - and stand up - for Meriden families. Just this year, our current representative has missed 9 City Council meetings. Over the last 2 months, I have shown up at doors across Area 4 almost everyday - on every street and in every neighborhood - having conversations, answering questions and addressing concerns. I have knocked on over 2,000 doors talking to you, the voters, because the only way to represent you well is to be engaged with you in the community. That's what I've done throughout this campaign, and what I'll continue to do once I'm elected. Area 4 deserves a leader who shows up and leads with optimism, collaboration, and respect—and I hope to be that kind of representative for you.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
Beyond attracting businesses to ease our tax burden some of the issues I've discussed throughout the campaign are investing in public education, publishing the City's 5-year road plan, preserving and maintaining our City's parks and trails, looking at how we can make it easier for seniors to afford to stay in Meriden, and making government more accessible for our diverse community so that it is easier to be engaged and informed.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
As a teacher, I face challenges everyday that prepare me for this role on the City Council as I balance curriculum goals with the individual needs of every student, advocating for resources, and striving to make education meaningful and equitable for all.

As a mom, I balance the wants and needs of my family with a limited budget and limited time, prioritizing the things that are most important.

As a former state employee in both the legislative and executive branches, I understand and have firsthand experience in how municipalities can work with the State.

And as the only candidate to knock on thousands of doors this election cycle, I have the experience that matters most: talking to voters about what matters the most, their ideas, questions, and concerns.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Don't sit on the sidelines and complain: get involved and make a difference.