2025 Patch Profile: Jim Morelli, Southington Town Council

SOUTHINGTON, CT — Southington Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Jim Morelli is running for the Southington Town Council as a Republican.

The following is Jim Morelli's questionnaire sent to Patch:

Candidate's Name: Jim Morelli

What office are you seeking? Town Council

What town do you live in? Southington

Party Affiliation: Republican

Occupation: Retired

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective: Planning and zoning commissioner, two terms, seven years; Town Councilman, three terms, six years

Why are you seeking this office? To continue the momentum started by the previous councils

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

I will continue to hold the line on local spending increases that result in higher costs to taxpayers while still providing an exceptional level of service.

I, along with my colleague, continue to press the governor on utility costs, unfunded mandates, and local zoning controls.

I will further work to bring businesses to town that generate job opportunities and tax revenue.

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

We are all similar in our desire to keep Southington a great place to live.

Each candidate has a specific, unique skillset. My background is in manufacturing, engineering, construction, and emergency services. All elements of daily life.

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

Misinformation is rampant, more so at election time.

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

I believe that the track record of the past six years speaks volumes for the Republican-led council.

I am personally proud to have led the team that delivered a state-of-the-art library to residents on time and under budget while facing heavy scrutiny throughout much of the project.

The mission was a strenuous one but rewarding.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Be your own person and true to your word.

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

I am volunteering in this capacity because I'm a proud Southington-born and raised locally schooled resident.

I had a fantastic upbringing here in Southington, and I am committed to providing that same opportunity for our children and grandchildren.

I'm proud to tell everyone that I'm from Southington, CT.