Patch Candidate Profile: Ray Vitali, Milford Board Of Aldermen

MILFORD, CT — As the 2023 municipal elections get closer in Milford, there are plenty of races with candidates who are eager to serve in elected office.

Milford Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will publish candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Ray Vitali is running for a seat on the Board of Aldermen in Milford to represent the 5th District as a Republican candidate.

Education.

SCSU (BS in Education) Fairfield University (MS Administration in Education and a 6th of advanced study)

What is your occupation?

Retired from the Milford Public Schools as a teacher and principal.

Do you have a family? If so, please tell us about them.

Son and Daughter.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No.

Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?

Yes as a sitting Alderman for 8 terms.

Why are you seeking this office?

To provide essential services at reasonable cost- Fine tune the tax relief plan for seniors and veterans-for a more common sense form of government and provide for more transparency in our daily operations - improve communication between our residents and the governing boards and commissions in the city.

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ___, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Taxes. Create a budget that will meet the needs of all departments and at the same time be cognizant of departmental priorities.

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

Relying on open and bipartisan discussion.

If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?

Being able to work towards the greater good; what is best for Milford.

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

All that were previously mentioned.

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

My being elected to the 8 terms that I have served. Addressing the needs of the 5 th District in Milford.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Honesty, integrity and realizing that we work at the will of the people.