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Democrat Board of Selectmen Torrington

25 Incumbent: No Current job: Human Resources, Aetna Education: Farmington High School; University of Hartford; MBA — University of Hartford The top issue you will address if elected: If elected, the top issue I will address is community engagement. As this position is not one with voting power I think it’s important I act as a community liaison, bringing attention to the amazing places and people that are in Torrington in addition to hearing feedback from residents about how to improve our city. Other important issues: Torrington should be a destination for people to live, work, and play throughout all life cycles. This encompasses issues like educational opportunities, taxes, jobs. I promise to be committed to our community, hearing what’s important to our residents, and advocating on their behalf so everyone has the chance to flourish in our city.

Family: I am the oldest daughter with one brother of an mother who is an elementary school teacher and father who is administrative staff at a university. I am the granddaughter of a hard working small business owning 80 year old woman who consistently inspires me. I currently live in Torrington with my long time partner who is a small business owner himself. Elected offices held or community groups involved with: Board Member and Vice President for Connecticut Alliance for Victims Violence and Their Families, Volunteer with Leadership Greater Hartford as well as Planned Parenthood of Southern New England. Campaign website: Facebook: Alexa Keener for Torrington