Editor’s Note: Due to a transmission issue, the following Democratic Board of Finance candidate profile was received too late to be included in the October 13, 2023 print edition.

Name: Janette Lamoureaux

Party affiliation: Democrat

Family information: Husband Jason

How long have you lived in Newtown: Eight years

Educational information: BS, Accounting

Occupation and Employer: Controller, Cierant Corporation, since July 2018

Please answer each of the following in 100 words or less (2-3 sentences max):

1. What is the most critical issue facing Newtown today?

I think that expanding our tax base through smart development, environmental protections and maintaining our quality of life are our most critical issues.

2. What is the single most valuable skill or talent you can offer to the community?

I love bringing people together. My background is in accounting and my current management position requires me to bring people together and arrive at consensus.

3. If elected, how will you apply that talent or skill to best address the critical issue you identified in Question #1?

People need to find common ground. I believe that I am perfectly suited for this position. Dealing with difficult financial issues, finding common ground and working for the good of our town.