Patch Candidate Profile: Dennis Condon For Monroe Board Of Education

MONROE, 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: Dennis Condon

What office are you seeking? Board of Education

What town do you live in? Monroe

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Party Affiliation: Republican

Occupation: Agricultural Customer Service Representative

Family: I’m married wife Veronica and I have 3 adult children Ryan, Shannon and Kerry. All of which have gone through the Monroe School System. My wife was a para educator at Stem Academy

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government? Yes I am the Deputy Registrar of Voters in Monroe

Why are you seeking this office? I am all about common sense leadership. One where we can openly discuss and resolve issues. Despite the many challenges we need to keep the excellent education system while making room for new students. Creating a system to improve our 65 plus year old schools.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it: Improving the Monroe School system while dealing with Unfunded State mandates which adversely affect the taxpayers.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?Experience - both publicly and privately. I have served on Many Non-Profit boards and have multiple years of corporate administrative experience.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign? Fight to have our legislative leadership understand the impact of unfunded mandates on our schools and our taxpayers

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job? I have served with distinction on the Board of Education for the past 4 years

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you? Listen with both ears and talk half as much

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions? I have and will continue to serve the Monroe Community proudly when re-elected