CT Patch Candidate Profile: Sheri Gordon For Zoning Board of Appeals

WESTPORT, CT — The 2025 election is heating up in Connecticut and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office.

Connecticut Patch asked local candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Candidate's Name:
Sheri Gordon

What office are you seeking?
Zoning Board of Appeals

What town do you live in?
Westport

Party Affiliation:
Democrat

Occupation:
Attorney 25+ years

Family:
Paul Gordon, husband. Kids are Tess (24), Max (21) and Chloe (17)

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
Yes. ZBA from 2008-2015 and Board of Finance 2015-2023

Why are you seeking this office?
I believe in public service to give back to my community

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
ZBA is a quasi-judicial board. I will follow the law faithfully in executing my duties on ZBA.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I have a decade of experience on ZBA.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
Not applicable to ZBA.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
Career in law, service on numerous boards and decade of experience on ZBA

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Always treat everyone with respect.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I believe I am the best candidate for the job.