Patch Candidate Profile: Beth Young For Newtown Board Of Finance

NEWTOWN, 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:
Beth Young

What office are you seeking?
Board of Finance

What town do you live in?
Newtown

Party Affiliation:
Democrat

Occupation:
Theater teacher, 10 years

Family:
My husband Kevin and I have four grown children, four in law children and four grandchildren.

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
No

Why are you seeking this office?
I am seeking a role in the Board of Finance to participate in the choices that are made in our community.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
The rise in costs of food and other necessities.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I don’t know others seeking this post. Overall, I would say my most pressing ambition is to achieve fairness and a connected community, as well as use our access to financial matters for the good of the town.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
Senior lifestyle and how to improve it so seniors feel they are part of a community and have support.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
I was a nurse for 45 years, during which time I learned a lot about humanity in all
Its forms. I ran a business for 14 years. My job taught me the skills to work in a financial capacity.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
You just have to be nice.