Bryan Lizotte (Shelton Ward 2 Alderman, Connecticut, candidate 2023)

Bryan Lizotte (Democratic Party) ran for election to Shelton Ward 2 Alderman in Connecticut on November 7, 2023.^[1]

Elections

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Bryan Lizotte completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lizotte's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a lifelong resident, and a business owner who cares about the City of Shelton, and especially the downtown area. I have been involved in civic organizations to enhance the community and quality of life in the area.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I want to create more parking in the downtown, to make it easier for people to visit the restaurants and shops.
• I would like to increase the police presence not only in the downtown area, but the whole city, to help people feel safe.
• I want to fund our school system better to help with the education of our children.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Safety, parking, education, and also clean up and beautification of our downtown.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Shelton Democratic Town Committee

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Cashier and delivery person for a mom and pop grocery store.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The assignation of John F. Kennedy. 5 years old

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My dad, the most honest and sincere person I have ever known.

How important is it to involve residents in the government’s decision-making process? What plans do you have regarding resident involvement in this process?

For the government to fulfill it's responsibility of taking care of it's residents you need transparency and involvement of it's residents. Invite resident questions and comments in person at events or in writing.

What plans do you have regarding infrastructure?

Limit the current overdevelopment in the city, and make sure our services are adequate.

How would you address crime and public safety? Do you have a different stance than current city council policy?

We need to fully fund our police department and make sure it is fully staffed. I would also like a police officer on the beat in the downtown area.

Do you think the downtown area is healthy? What is your definition of a healthy downtown? What changes, if any, would you like to make?

The downtown is thriving with new businesses. However, we have to make it more accessable, especially with more parking and fixing sidewalks so people can patronize the businesses.

What do you think about the city's current approach to public safety? Would you take any different positions?

Currently we do not have enough police officers to cover the city. With all the new apartments and residents, we need to improve public safety.

What plans do you have regarding the police department? Would you make any changes from current policy?

Yes, add more officers and have an officer walking the beat downtown.

What policies would you have implemented in reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic? Why did you select those policies?

If the covid pandemic gets worse, I feel we should return to mask wearing and social distancing depending on the severity

How should record requests from the public be handled? Do you have any policies around transparency and accountability you want to enact?

We need more transparency in our city government. Residents deserve to know what is happing.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am an honest, go0getter. I believe in doing what's right, for the good of everyone.

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[1] ↑ Submitted to Ballotpedia's candidate survey in 2023.