Occupation: I am the president and CEO of JP Maguire Associates, Inc. We do catastrophe cleaning and property restoration. Our main office is here in Newtown, and we have three other branches in Middletown, Norwalk, and Branford. I started JP Maguire

By JAN HOWARD

Published: Oct 15, 2001 12:00 am

Occupation: I am the president and CEO of JP Maguire Associates, Inc. We do catastrophe cleaning and property restoration. Our main office is here in Newtown, and we have three other branches in Middletown, Norwalk, and Branford. I started JP Maguire Associates 20 years ago. Today it is the largest restoration company in Connecticut. I attended Norwalk Technical College, and was employed as an electrical contractor prior to starting my company.

How Long in Newtown: Kathy and I moved here from Stratford 24 years ago.

Biggest Change Seen in Town: I read this article every week and as most other people have said, traffic.

Family: My wife, Kathy, and I have been married for 28 years, and we have two sons, Jamie, 26, and Mike, 25.

Pets: We have a Golden Retriever puppy, Jake, who is four months old.

Hobbies: I go to Newtown Health and Fitness most days and exercise there. I also run. I love to be on the water. I enjoy kayaking, fishing, and sailing.

Favorite Books and Authors: Probably my biggest enjoyment is reading. My favorite book is Illusions by Richard Bach. Best fiction is Joshuaâs Hammer by David Hagberg. Itâs about terrorism, so appropriate for these times.

Favorite TV Show: I do not watch TV.

Organizations: I am a member of the Newtown Chamber of Commerce and the National Institute of Restoration.

Most Vivid Memory of Newtown: When my brother and I first started building in Newtown in 1975, we paid $5,000 for our first building lot.

Favorite Vacation Spot: Rhode Island. Kathy and I have a house on the ocean at Matunuck Beach in South Kingstown, R.I. We are there most weekends year round.

Personal Philosophy: To live my life one day at a time.

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The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

Hundreds Attend ‘Rock This Democracy’ Rally

Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

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Occupation: I am the president and CEO of JP Maguire Associates, Inc. We do catastrophe cleaning and property restoration. Our main office is here in Newtown, and we have three other branches in Middletown, Norwalk, and Branford. I started JP Maguire

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