Tony Zito: Candidate for Lake Saint Louis Board of Aldermen, Ward 1

Name: Tony Zito
Age:  71
Family:  Married to Ann for 39 years.  Two adult children and one grandson
Education:  B.A. , DePaul University, Psychology, M.S. University of Illinois,  Administration, Ph.D. University of Iowa, Education
Occupation: Retired university professor
Previous elected offices: Alderman, Ward 1 Lake Saint Louis
Number of years living in Lake Saint Louis:  8 years
Organizations: Ambassadors, Home Owners Association Representative

CANDIDATE QUESTIONS

1. What is the primary reason you are running for this office?
To serve the citizens of the city to better meet their needs.

2. What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?
Make sure the city has a balanced budget.

3. What's your favorite thing about Lake Saint Louis?
The people

4. What is the biggest problem you see in Lake Saint Louis?
Maintaining the infrastructure

5. What is your vision for Lake Saint Louis?
I envision our city to be one that maintains its infrastructure, balances its budget,  renovates its parks, and has balance in its commercial and residential development.

6. If an incumbent, why do you think you should retain your seat? If you are challenging an incumbent, what do you think qualifies you for the position more than the incumbent?
I voted to hold the line on increasing taxes.  I have voted to protect property rights of residents and to maintain a proper balance between commercial and residential development.  I have listened to and responded to citizen concerns.  I am more qualified than others because of my experience as a Director of a Park District serving over 60,000 people.  I supervised a staff of over 200 including a police department for a nine year period.