| September 8th, 2009 An Interview with the Candidates Questions posed by The Union Leader: Ted Gatsas' response in 20 words or less . . . Age: 59 Occupation: Retired business owner and operator, State Senator and Manchester Alderman 1) What makes you the best candidate for the job? My diverse business background combined with my elected government experience has prepared me to lead the city on day one. 2) What would you do, as mayor, to improve the local economy? Ensure that current economic development projects intended to create jobs and expand the tax base are completed while protecting taxpayers. 3) What would you do to improve Manchester’s schools? 1) Work in conjunction with the Superintendent 2) Encourage increased parent and peer involvement 3) Lobby for fair testing standards 4) What city services, in your estimation, are most in need of improvement? Residents could benefit from city services that were more customer-focused, including implementing online technology to increase accessibility and engagement. 5) Name one way the city could be more efficient. Finding ways for city departments to share equipment and activities that will eliminate duplication of services and deliver cost savings. 6) What are your thoughts on this year’s city budget? The bipartisan aldermanic budget maintained city services while receiving less local aid and revenue from the state. 7) Do you support the spending cap, as written? Yes - Printed in the New Hampshire Union Leader on September 8, 2009 Back To News |
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Paid for by Ted Gatsas for Mayor. B. Rivard, Fiscal Agent PO Box 6655, Manchester, NH 03108 603.623.0220
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