Patch Candidate Profile: Judy Szewczyk For Derby Treasurer

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:

Judy Szewczyk

What office are you seeking?

City Treasurer

What town do you live in?

Derby

Party Affiliation:

Republican

Occupation:

Retired

Family:

I have three daughters that are all grown and off raising their own families - including 4 grandchildren.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No.

Previous public office, appointive or elective:

I served on the Derby Tax Board for 14 years and was chairman of that board for 10 of those years.

Why are you seeking this office?

Derby has seen much controversy in the last few years regarding our finances and the handling of our monies. I would like to straighten that out.

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

Too high taxes. To help lower those taxes I want to clarify what assets and liabilities the City has.

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

I am more fiscally conservative and unwilling to accept the status quo with our financial outlook.

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

I want to make sure we have the proper checks and balances in place for our financial transactions.

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

I've worked in finance for most of my life from a computer programmer's perspective, then as the head of the Derby Tax Board, and finally as the treasurer for multiple municipal and state elections.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Stay on top of things.

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

I am a solid choice for treasurer and I'm eager to get to work.