Litchfield CT Town Elections Candidate Profile Page 2023

BIOGRAPHY

• 6-year Litchfield resident
• Successfully operated his apparel business for over 15 years, distributing his products domestically and internationally with major retailers
• Recipient of multiple industry awards including the Gold Coast Fashion Award and the Fashion Group International's Rising Star Award
• Contributed efforts to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer, The New York Humane Society, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Meals on Wheels, and The Oliver Scholars Foundation
• Volunteers for the Borough's Historic District Commission
• Serves as an elected official on the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Graduated from the Academy of Art University
• Married with one son, Maximillian, adopted in May of this year

STATEMENT

 I was born and raised in a small coastal town in Northern California, not unlike Litchfield; it too had historical charm, small businesses, and productive farms -- and it was a draw for tourism. Described as idyllic, I witnessed a rapid pace of change where the old was replaced with the new and self-interests were put before the community. Today, I'm concerned that I'm witnessing the very same here in Litchfield. Because of this, I've chosen to run for First Selectman. 

Many surrounding towns have lost their identities to poor planning and unchecked growth. I support our local boards and commissions in their efforts, with a focus to ensure thoughtful change and calculated progress with the priority to preserve the Town of Litchfield's identity. I believe success is built on strong leadership, efficient operations, and an unwavering commitment to listening to others. These will be my principles in leading the Town of Litchfield as your First Selectman.

MY VISION: COMMUNITY BEFORE TOURISM

RURAL PROSPERITY
-Protect our rural lifestyle
-Create economic opportunity from within
-Collaborate with locals and private businesses to establish local solutions

MY COMMITMENT
SAFE Neighborhoods
-Resolve recurring traffic liabilities
-Return Town Police presence
-Re-engage community volunteerism

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
-Cut wasteful spending
-Less government control
-Manage reassessment increases by managing expenses

SUCCESSFUL REGION 20 TRANSITION
-Ensure Litchfield educational standards continue
-Build relationships with key players

Watch the “Meet Norman” video on his website HERE.

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CONTACT

Email:  norm4first@gmail.com

Phone:  N/A