A Promise to Protect What Makes Easton Home

In Easton’s elections, the expectations for our leaders are immediate, practical, and closely tied to our daily lives. It takes more than enthusiasm—it takes proven experience—to meet these responsibilities effectively.

Republican candidates for the Board of Selectmen bring a combined two decades of service to Easton, offering a depth of knowledge and insight unmatched by any other ticket. In a town where every decision can have real and lasting consequences, this kind of experience matters. We've already seen how costly missteps in local governance can be—from delayed communication to mounting lawsuits—issues that directly affect residents' trust and quality of life.

From preserving our biggest asset, the water, to supporting our library and the schools, and from upholding ethical standards to navigating complex zoning issues, Dan Lent and three-term incumbent Kristi Sogofsky have demonstrated a clear understanding of what works, what doesn’t, and how to deliver real results. Their steady leadership and ability to resolve difficult situations are exactly what Easton needs to restore transparency, financial accountability, and proactive governance.  Federal tax liens and legal overages are avoidable—and under their leadership, they will be.

The Republican slate brings a comparable level of experience, with the added strength of representing the diverse backgrounds and strong character that define Easton’s community:

Incumbents Debbie Szegedi, Town Clerk and Krista Kot, Tax Collector, consistently receive bipartisan praise.

Joe Palmieri, Zoning Board of Appeals candidate, is a farmer and volunteer firefighter. He is ready to work alongside long-time incumbent Jim Wright. 

Incumbent ER9 chair Todd Johnston continues to lead that board with integrity and future-forward planning, supporting strong academics and projects like The Nest and upgrades for the Performing Arts. 

Arcangelo DiStefano, ER9 candidate, is an award-winning physician who’s cared for thousands of families in Fairfield County. 

Lou DiPietro, P&Z candidate, is a two-term alternate who, as the father of an SSES third grader, intuitively understands how zoning decisions will impact Easton’s next generation.

With proven expertise and strong community ties, Library Board incumbents Diane Parker and Mary Welch are uniquely qualified to guide that organization through its ambitious, unprecedented expansion project.

Together with Kristin Falzone, Board of Education; Colin Cote and Josh Bailey, Board of Finance; Adam Bonoff, Board of Assessment Appeals; and Genevieve Waterbury, Darrin Silhavy and Anthony Battaglia for Constable, the Republican volunteers who have willingly stepped up to serve are truly committed to protecting what makes Easton home. 

While fresh voices play an important role in any democracy, it is experience that minimizes mistakes, maximizes effectiveness, and ensures a sharper focus on the everyday issues that shape life in our town.

Stay informed on the election by following Easton RTC and Lent4Easton online and on social media. Please plan to vote—either in person or by Absentee Ballot. Early voting begins on October 20, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 4.

We look forward to seeing you at the polls—and out on the campaign trail.