Patch Candidate Profile: Eric Fanwick For Wilton Board Of Finance

WILTON, 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: Eric Fanwick

What office are you seeking? Board Of Finance

What town do you live in? Wilton

Party Affiliation: Democratic

Occupation: Senior Manager of Data Analytics (30 Years in IT/MIS)

Family: Yes, Married to Michelle Fanwick, Father of 4 Grown Children all graduates of WHS, and 2 granddaughters

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

Previous public office, appointive or elective: ZBA, WPCA and now 8 years on P&Z

Why are you seeking this office? I lived in Wilton for 26 years and this is my way of giving back, and given my data analytic skills, I hope to bring that insight into the budgeting process.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it: Maintaining our School Excellence that keep property prices up and our AAA bond rating. Bring my analytical skills to bear along with trying to split the ongoing budget from short term capital budgets

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post? My data analysis skills I believe will differentiate my approach from the other members of the board

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job? 30 years of IT and data analytics experience.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you? Maintain your connections with people always.