To the Editor:

Thank you to the Newtown Democratic Caucus for selecting me as a candidate for the Newtown Legislative Council — District 3.

By way of introduction, my husband and I moved to Newtown in 2007, drawn to a community that offered a more reasonable cost of living, excellent schools and a community that shared similar values — education, service, and kindness. We now have two children, both attending Newtown Public Schools. We also share our home with our two dogs (Toby & Ruby) and our cat (Archie).

Professionally, over the last 20+ years, I have served as a human resource professional in various industries. What has brought me success in these roles is what also gives me the confidence to serve the community on the Legislative Council — I’m focused on solving problems.

Throughout my career I have faced numerous business and employee challenges which required the understanding of various perspectives and finding balanced, fair and transparent solutions. My approach involves listening, empathy, and clear thinking with a focus on the problem that needs to be solved.

In addition to my professional experience, in 2015 I joined the Board of Directors of EverWonder Children’s Museum, eventually serving as Vice Chair. In 2018, I joined the Newtown Community Center Committee/Commission. It was an honor and a privilege to serve these organizations and, through their missions, the community at large.

National politics take up much of the news cycle. However, I believe we need to remain focused on what affects us most directly here in Newtown. My focus will be on bringing a balanced perspective to the issues that matter most to our community and on delivering outcomes that best serve the needs of the people in our town.

I look forward to meeting many of you over the coming weeks and learning more about you and how I can best serve you.

Doria Linnetz

Newtown