2025 Patch Candidate Profiles: Thao Nguyen, Town Council, Vernon

VERNON, CT — Thao Nguyen is running for a council seat in Vernon.

Candidate's Name:
Thao Nguyen

What office are you seeking?
Town Council

What town do you live in?
Vernon

Campaign Website
https://vernondemocrats.org/ca...

Party Affiliation:
Democratic

Occupation:
Engineering, 26+ years experience

Family:
Wife with two sons

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
No

Why are you seeking this office?
I felt like it was a good time to get involved in local politics. I believe and hope the time spent on getting elected would be beneficial once I get the job. My main objective is to ensure every voice is heard and that their opinions matter because local elections affect people more and it's important we work together for the benefits of the community.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
high taxes and diminishing return on that investment and I intend to work with any mayor and town council members because it is what we promised during the campaign.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
Different values and priorities but I can respect that and intend to work together despite the differences. It's the diversity that contribute to different and great ideas and I hope we can all work together regardless of party affiliations

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
Renovation of schools and infrastructures, attract businesses to ensure economic growth, effective collaboration between Mayor, Town Council, and Board of Education

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
In corporate environment, I have held jobs in management, Board of Directors members of non-profit organizations, Chairs Aerospace organizations, Collaboration with Universities across the state and country

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Life is Good. Each day leave things better than when you find them

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
The best I can do is to ensure I put my best before me each and every day to serve my community.