Patch Candidate Profile: Genevieve Waterbury For Easton Constable

EASTON, 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:
Genevieve Waterbury

What office are you seeking?
Constable

What town do you live in?
Easton

Campaign Website

Party Affiliation:
Republican

Occupation:
Assistant Town Clerk in Easton for almost 2 years

Family:
Our family has lived in Easton since 2014. We have three wonderful children. Ben (13), Daniel (9) and Lily (4).

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 am always looking for ways to give back to the community and the constable position has a deep history of that. From serving civil process, executing warrants, subpoenas, and other court documents, constables can be a critical component of the judicial process when utilized.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
Preserving and protecting what makes Easton so unique. Our open spaces, watershed, farms that feed our community; all are vital to our way of life in Easton. I intend to do as I always have done and support our farmers and those that fight to keep our beautiful gem of a town.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
In all honesty, I don’t think there are major differences between me and the other constable candidates. I believe we all want what’s best for the community and will do our best with honesty, fairness and civility.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
I intend to support my fellow constables and the Town of Easton while serving in this role.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
I worked as an auxiliary police officer for the Fairfield Police Department, worked in retail management and am now an Assistant Town Clerk in Easton. I’ve also had many volunteer opportunities with the Red Cross, C.E.R.T. of Fairfield and the InfraGard program that partners with the FBI and private sector to protect infrastructure and national security. I also volunteer for my church as outreach director, council member and also work as the church secretary.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
“Always treat people how you would be like to be treated”

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
In any roles and responsibilities I’ve had throughout my entire life, I’ve always believed in serving with honesty and integrity, doing what’s right and taking the high road, even when it may not seem popular. I have made it my life’s example to always put my best foot forward and give my all in everything that I do. I believe in conducting yourself at all times, in all scenarios as if your children are watching you. While serving as your constable, I will continue to serve with those same ethics and high standards that I have set for myself and maintained throughout my life. Thank you for your consideration.