PROVEN LEADERSHIP YOU CAN TRUST

Our Priorities

We will continue to deliver on the things we know are important to you.

• Fiscal responsibility that safeguards every taxpayer dollar
• The safety and security of our residents
• A quality school system that gives each student the opportunity to reach his or her full potential
• Expansion of local business opportunities that enhance our community while supporting balanced growth of the tax base
• Continued investments in recreational development and the arts to meet the diverse interests of our community so Cheshire remains a fun place to live

Our Commitment

Here's why your voice matters:

We love our town. As your elected representatives, we are committed to continuing to protect the character and quality of life of Cheshire residents. You can count on us to:

• Listen to your concerns and respect differences when they exist
• Hit challenges head on with solutions that are in your best interests
• Proactively and thoughtfully address the growing issues of sustainability, energy and the environment
• Carefully manage the development of housing and commercial projects, in concert with our Planning & Zoning plan of conservation and development
• Work on your behalf for a future that keeps Cheshire affordable and vibrant

Your past support has resulted in positive action. Your continued support will ensure a bright future for Cheshire. Vote Republican for Town Council.

Our Accomplishments

How we’ve delivered for you:

Effectively Managed Tax Revenues

Here's how we're working hard to keep Cheshire affordable:

• Delivered balanced operating budgets, maintaining a minimum fund balance of $10M
• Maintained or increased residential services with a 1.5% increase in the mil rate for 23/24
• Managed capital budget to reflect the expected increase in bonding for the new schools
• Maintained AAA credit rating

Lowered Residential Tax Burden
We have, and will continue to, benefit from the largest business tax base expansion in 25+ years

• Implemented Tax Incremental Funding (TIF), which ensures a portion of increased tax revenue generated by new development projects will pay for the infrastructure required for development.
• Secured development of grant monies to mitigate the costs of development and to improve current opportunities.

Shored Up Public Safety Resources

Here's how we're working hard to keep you safe:

• Fully staffed police department
• Properly equipped police and fire departments

Invested in our Children

Here's why parents love Cheshire:

• Passed referendum to build 2 new schools
• Supported long-term plan to address remaining schools over the next 6 – 10 years

Continued Support of Senior & Veteran Services

Here's why seniors and veterans love Republicans:

• Increased tax assistance to qualified seniors, residents and veterans
• Increased transportation services for seniors
• Supported a broad spectrum of senior center programs

Improved Recreational Opportunities

Here's how we championed new sports fields and created a stronger sense of community:

• Brought the Bartlem Park project to successful referendum and made a wide range of significant park and recreational improvements

Supported the Arts & Library

Here's how we're committed to the arts:

• Endorsed a move of Arts Place to the Ball & Socket building
• Made improvements to Cheshire Library (eg: physical spaces, entry doors, signage and parking lot)
• Provided additional technology services and restructured staff to increase efficiency

Demonstrated Leadership on Sustainability and the Environment

Here's why we believe in protecting the environment:

• Certified Bronze by Sustainable CT
• Actively retrofitted town buildings with sustainable energy sources
• Continued focus on greenspace acquisition and partnerships
• Bulky waste pick-up for all residents
• Regular recycling programs (eg: electronics, mattresses)
• Collaborated with RWA for hazardous waste collection locations
• Chapman School Organic Waste Diversion Pilot Program