CT Patch Candidate Profile: Michael Ranilla For Milford Planning & Zoning Board

MILFORD, 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 candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Michael Ranilla, a Republican, is a Milford resident running for the Planning & Zoning Board.

Occupation: Electrical technician

Family: Wife Laura. Son's Michal and Jacob. Stepdaughters Jessica, Samantha and Zoe

Have you ever held a public office before?

No

Why are you seeking this office?

To help preserve Milford's history and character. The planning and zoning board as currently constituted has an agenda that is opposite of what most people feel is good for Milford.

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

I feel we should take a hard look at dense housing projects being encouraged by the current P&Z that harm existing homeowners.

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

How to encourage renovation of historical properties.

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

A career spent in the trades. Previously the Operations Manager of a large alarm company and have run my own for the last 18 years. Have personally renovated 3 of my own homes in Milford.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

If you can make money doing what you enjoy then you won't really feel like you're working.

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

Milford has always had great character with its historical homes and picturesque downtown. I also understand the need for increased housing options, but it seems we have gone to just one answer. Apartments. The 8-30g state mandate does take away much of the city's authority when used, but why do we allow single family homes in single family zones to be replaced with 6-10 or more apartments? Many of these are not even 8-30g.