2023 CANDIDATES
Greg Kabasakalian
Current Member of the Ridgefield Board of Finance (BOF)
I have lived in Ridgefield for nearly 50 years. I attended Ridgefield Public Schools and am a proud graduate of Fairfield Prep. I received my BS and MBA degrees from Sacred Heart University.
My son, Greg Jr, resides in Fairfield where he is doing what he loves to do, working as an Assistant Manager at a local gym. My wife Colette and I truly enjoy living in our wonderful community. Professionally, I am a Senior Business Analyst in the Pension and Retirement Services industry.
Favorite hobby or activity: Baseball, Running and spending time with my family.
What office are you running for?
What are the main issues facing the Ridgefield Board of Finance?
Ridgefield Board of Finance (BOF)
The main issues facing our town are: 8-30g and Multi-Family properties, the impact that those developments have on our property values, resources (sewer, water, roads) and town services (schools, police, fire, and EMS). As a current member of the BOF, these issues have a profound impact on our town and school capital and operating budgets.
Why are you the right candidate for the Ridgefield Board of Finance?
My experience as a Business Analysis, deep understanding of our town budgeting process, and the relationships that I have made as a current member of the BOF make me the right person to retain my position on the BOF. Additionally, the BOF is not a political body, we operate in a harmonious and respectful manner and strive to provide sound fiscal oversight of our town while seeking to be sensitive to the needs of individual citizens and our community as a whole.
What do you hope to accomplish if elected?
Over the next four years, I expect to continue my relentless pursuit for fiscal accountability, provide a transparent voice and remain vigilant in my attempt to protect Ridgefield’s AAA Bond Rating. Additionally, since I seek to preserve Ridgefield as a town, not an up-and-coming city, I will support increasing efforts to expand deed restricted Open Space.