Patch Candidate Profile: Burnease Ragin For Derby Board Of Apportionment And Taxation

DERBY, 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:

Burnease Ragin

What office are you seeking?

Tax Board

What town do you live in?

Derby

Party Affiliation:

Republican

Occupation:

Retired

Family:

Grown adults.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No.

Previous public office, appointive or elective:

No.

Why are you seeking this office?

Change is needed and the Tax Board is the place to start.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:

High taxes.

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

I’m experience and looking to help the seniors.

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

The loss of revenue and policies and procedures.

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

Worked for large businesses, doing cash forecast.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Don’t give up once you put your mind to it.

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

I’m concern for the future of Derby. Look at the person and not the party.