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Education

• Newtown High School 1997-2001
• Bachelors of Science in Computer Science SUNY Oswego 2002-2006

Dan is a Newtown native whose family has been an active part of Newtown for 40 years. He is now raising his two kids, Danny and Nick, here in Newtown. He is proud to call himself a member of the Newtown High School Class of 2001 and an Eagle Scout which he earned in Troop 70. He spent his college years working for the Assistant Superintendent of Newtown Public Schools which helped him decide to enter public service as a member of the Newtown Board of Education more than 7 years ago. With the position of First Selectman opening up this November, he felt it was time that he give even more back to the town that has been an important part of his life.

Along with Michelle Embree Ku, Dan feels that the following are priorities:

Streets – With over 63 square miles, we need to make sure we have well maintained and
accessible roads. In addition, traffic continues to be an issue throughout town and deserves
examination and attention. We can do this by ensuring that infrastructure is adequately funded
and that we don’t return to a practice of borrowing to repair roads and maintain bridges.
Addressing traffic patterns requires partnering and communicating with community planners,
state officials, and local law enforcement.

Schools – We worked together for 7 years as members of the Board of Education. Our
commitment to education is evidenced by the numerous positive initiatives that we were part of
during the 7 years we served together on the Board of Education. improvements for the students
and staff – We advocated for improved air quality in the schools (starting with Hawley HVAC),
healthier school start times, and the improved climate and culture among between the Board of
Education and the staff and administrators. We also were part of navigatinged a pandemic and
helped to craft contributed to a model school security partnership. However, education is always
evolving and needs constant work to make sure we are providing a high quality educational
experience. As First Selectman and Selectman we will no longer be involved in these operations,
but will remain committed to supporting the infrastructure needed to provide quality education
in Newtown.

Security – It is important that residents of Newtown feel safe and welcomed in their own
community, whether it is because of low crime, acceptance of diverse views, cultures and
people, or financial security to remain in one’s home. Our first responders, many of whom are
volunteers, work to ensure our safety, and supporting them is important to ensuring a high level
of security.

Smart Development – Newtown is a town brimming with history, and its preservation is important
to preserving maintaining Newtown’s uniqueness. At the same time, the town needs to progress
and evolve. Both are possible. Newtown can continue to grow without giving up its heritage
through thoughtful development practices. This can also ensure that we don’t over-stress our
infrastructure and ensure that it Newtown is not only a place that people not only want to spend
their lives, but also a place they choose to raise future generations of Newtowners.

On November 7th, It’s About Newtown! Vote Democratic!