To the Editor,
There are battles that go unnoticed by many but have profound implications for our communities. Tod Laudonia, a candidate deeply rooted in our town’s history, is at the forefront of these battles, fighting to preserve local control over zoning and education, while also standing against policies that threaten the economic stability of our region.
One such issue is the proposed sale of Aquarion to the South Central Regional Water District, a plan Tod testified against with conviction. As a former tax collector for Greenwich and a current candidate for the 151st State Assembly District, Tod understands the far-reaching consequences of this sale. His testimony highlighted the unfair redistribution of economic resources that this sale would entail, effectively shifting financial burdens from one region to another. “This whole plan smacks of redistribution of economic resources for the benefit of one geographic area to the detriment of another,” Tod stated, capturing the essence of the problem.
Tod’s broader campaign focuses on maintaining local control over critical issues like zoning and education, areas that Hartford is increasingly trying to centralize. He has been clear that education decisions, funded by our local tax dollars, should remain in the hands of the communities that are directly affected. “Hartford is trying to take over our local zoning, and not just zoning, but education,” Tod warned, a message that resonates deeply with those who value local autonomy.
His work is not just about resisting centralization; it’s about restoring the true purpose of state government as a representative body. “We are a government of the people and we have strayed,” Tod has repeatedly emphasized, pointing to the need for a government that represents rather than governs. His position on the Aquarion sale clearly illustrates his commitment to protecting the financial interests of southwestern Connecticut, advocating for private market solutions over more government expansion.
As Tod prepares for the November 5th election against an incumbent Democrat who consistently votes only with his own party and who had voted against local control, the choice before voters is clear. Early voting starts on October 21st and absentee ballots are available now. This election is about defending local control, ensuring economic fairness and maintaining the integrity of our community’s governance. Keep your local votes local.
Pat Brennan
