Patch Candidate Profile: Dona-Lyn Wales For Monroe Town Council

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:
Dona-Lyn Wales

What office are you seeking?
Town Council

What town do you live in?
Monroe

Campaign Website

Party Affiliation:
Republican

Occupation:
Clinical Data Manager

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
Conservation Commission, Edith Wheeler Library Board, Board of Finance, Justice of the Peace, Town Council

Why are you seeking this office?
I am a lifelong resident of Monroe and I would like to give back to my community that is my home

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
The most pressing issue in town is controlling taxes. The best way to control taxes is presenting and passing fiscally sound budgets and encouraging economic growth by retaining the businesses that we have in town and to add new businesses in the growing sectors of the economy.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I have over 30 years of management experience in both public and private companies. In this role, I have implemented organizational policy and managed contracts. Also, I developed and managed multimillion-dollar annual budgets, and continuously delivered an unbroken streak of staying within budget. I will leverage my expertise to ensure the development of fiscally sound budgets and policy as these issues are presented before the Town Council

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

My work experience in the private sector demonstrating fiscal responsibility as well as my 6 years serving on the Town Council.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Do what you love and you will always be successful

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I am a lifelong resident of Monroe and am proud to call it my home. As a current member of the Town Council, I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve all the people of Monroe and look forward to continuing to do so.