2023 Stamford Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places

STAMFORD, CT — On Nov. 7, Stamford residents will cast their votes for several key municipal positions, including on the board of finance, board of education, constable, and board of representatives. Additionally, a ballot question will also determine proposed changes to Stamford's charter.

Polls in Connecticut are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day. You can use the Secretary of State’s website to find your polling place. Voters who are in line by 8 p.m., will be allowed to vote.

Connecticut also allows for Election Day registration at designated centers in each town. People must be registered by 8 p.m. in order to vote using Election Day registration. To receive your absentee ballot, complete and sign an application and return it to your Town Clerk, or you can request an absentee ballot online.

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Board of Finance — vote for up to three

Democratic candidates are Geoff Alswanger, Laura Burwick, and Mary Lou Rinaldi.

The Republican candidate is Thomas Kuczynski.

Board of Education — full term — vote for up to three

The Democratic candidates are Antonia Better-Wirz, Gabriela Koc, and Andy Goerge.

The Republican candidates are Michael Arcano and Nicola Tarzia.

Board of Education — to fill a vacancy for one year — vote for one

Democrat Jackie Heftman is the lone candidate.

Constable — to fill a vacancy for two years — vote for one

Democrat Tiffany Pippins is the lone candidate

Board of Representatives — to fill a vacancy for two years — residents will vote for one in their district

District 5: Democrat Dakary Watkins

District 7: Democrat Christina Strain vs. Republican Michael Battinelli

District 9: Democrat Kindrea Walston

District 18: Democratic Karen Camporeale vs. Republican Stephen Garst.

District 20: Democrat Carl Weinberg vs. Republican Vito Quivelli

Ballot Question

The following question will appear on the ballot in Stamford on Nov. 7. Voters will choose "yes" or "no."

1. "Shall the Charter be revised to clarify and make it easier for the public to understand, have access to and hold more accountable Stamford's government by the following: (a) create more opportunities for the public to participate in government; (b) clarify, define and make more understandable certain common terms in the charter; (c) require clear reporting and accountability for legislative, legal and fiscal matters; (d) include recognition of diversity, equity and inclusion ("DEI") as an important goal for the City; (e) end the practice of allowing members of decision-making boards and commissions to remain in office beyond the expiration of their term; (f) clarify the requirement that certain appointed executive officials live in Stamford, subject to a waiver provision; (g) allow the Board of Representatives to obtain legal services, as necessary, as do other local legislative bodies in Connecticut (h) create new charter boards and commissions to promote the goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act/DEI, mental health, housing and harbor management; and, (i) reorganize the budget process to permit residents to voice their opinions and concerns in a pre-budget public hearing, require publication of a budget calendar and ensure compliance with state law?"