Meet the Candidates: Bill Johnson

Name: Bill Johnson

Age: 57

Party, Position Seeking: Republican running for the Board of Directors.

Family information: Married with three children and four grandchildren and this a blended family.

Occupation: Buyer/Planner.

Political Experience: None.

Other Experience: Community Service: Raise funds for Fidelco guide dogs.

Why did you run for office? 

I decided to run because I believe in the future of Manchester and would like to help bring back the “City of Village Charm” and give back to the community.

If elected, what would be your primary areas of focus?

My number one priority would be to complete the redevelopment of the Parkade and Manchester needs to become a more business friendly town, which will create jobs and fill vacant buildings. This would be for both manufacturing and retail businesses. Rebuild town recreation services and update the technology town wide.

What do you feel is the biggest issue facing Manchester today? 

Tough Economic times, which means we need common sense budgeting. Which should include consolidation of town services and limiting spending increases.

What skills do you have that you could bring to the community?

My business experience will help to view the municipal government from a business perspective rather than a governmental perspective.