What are the town challenges you foresee in the next 4 years?
Mike's answer: The economy is still our most formidable challenge - but also an opportunity to make changes that will put us on the right path for the future. We need long-term solutions - not shoot-from-the-hip "fixes." Bringing people together is key to finding workable solutions. With so many citizens struggling, it is essential that we manage and control our tax burden. I will work to strengthen our town's balance sheet while investing wisely to maintain our services, facilities and high-quality educational system.
Cristin's answer: The economic downturn has taken a severe toll on many of our citizens, and the effects are sure to be felt in the coming years. It’s more important than ever that we work together to balance the needs of our town. As Fairfield faces rising health care costs, renegotiation of union contracts and increasing pressure on the education budget, maintaining a civil dialogue, improving the effectiveness of government, and creatively seeking solutions will be critical.
Cristin's answer: The economic downturn has taken a severe toll on many of our citizens, and the effects are sure to be felt in the coming years. It’s more important than ever that we work together to balance the needs of our town. As Fairfield faces rising health care costs, renegotiation of union contracts and increasing pressure on the education budget, maintaining a civil dialogue, improving the effectiveness of government, and creatively seeking solutions will be critical.
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