Patch Candidate Profile: Stephen Huntley For Southbury Planning Commission Alternate

SOUTHBURY, 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:
Stephen Huntley

What office are you seeking?
Planning Commission Alternate

What town do you live in?
Southbury

Campaign Website

Party Affiliation:
Democrat

Occupation:
Track Program Manager

Family:
Yes, Wife, son and 3 dogs

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
No

Why are you seeking this office?
To get involved in the local town and help make Southbury everything it can be

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

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
Openness for the people of Southbury. I will be someone they can reliably contact as needed

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
14 Years in US army

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Keep pushing especially when things are at their darkest