Jessie Loew Samios: Selectman

I was born, raised and am now privileged to be settled in Hampton. My parents set an example of being involved in this town and taught my five siblings and me two key mantras: 1) grow where you’re planted and 2) live consciously. I took lessons learned on the family farm into my 35+ year professional career in the construction industry where I built relationships, managed people and multi-million-dollar budgets. I presently serve on our Board of Finance and have attended many town meetings in the last few years – involved, watching and learning. I will continue as an active leader for the benefit of all who call Hampton home. I will be careful with your money. I will work to build consensus on what is best for our schoolchildren. I want you to know what’s going on in town government. I will continue to listen. I will serve you.

Kaye Johnson: Town Clerk

I feel honored to be endorsed by the Republican town committee for the office of Town Clerk.  As a certified public accountant, I’m well-versed in the organization and preparation of accurate documents, a helpful expertise for the many duties of a Town Clerk, which include securing and preserving public documents, local licenses and elections support.  For 36 years I’ve enjoyed living in Hampton and have contributed to all manner of scouting, church and town events. I believe I would be a good Town Clerk – accessible, organized, knowledgeable – and always willing to learn more.

Judy Buell: Board of Finance

I grew up in Hampton and chose to stay here, after my husband and I were married, to raise our family. In addition to working on the family farm, my husband and I, with our girls, started our own farm. I spent 15 years working at the UConn Foundation as a staff accountant. A few years ago, I started my own successful ice cream business and have been working as a financial consultant for a neighboring town. I’m currently serving on the Board of Finance, as Vice-Chairman, and would like to continue to serve.

Kathi Newcombe: Board of Finance

I have worked hard to develop a reputation for keeping the citizens/taxpayers of Hampton informed and encouraging their involvement in town and regional government.  After currently serving nearly three years as an alternate to the Board of Finance, I am now seeking a full six-year membership on that Board.  Please vote for me — you have my promise to work toward more open and effective government and to continue to represent the interests of you, the voters.

Juan Arriola: Board of Education

I’m running for re-election on the Hampton Board of Education to continue the work my Republican colleagues and I initiated two years ago: fiscal responsibility. The majority on the board continue to increase the budget while the student population declines. I will continue to advocate for students within the confines of reality, for taxpayers, parents needing assistance, and the community at large, pressing officials to communicate with the rest of the town and to increase connections between the community and the school.

David Halbach: Board of Education

I’ve lived in Hampton all my life, graduated from Hampton Consolidated, PHHS, and Thames Valley in 1973. Started work at General Dynamics as an Electric Tech, worked my way into weld engineering, wood lab building and repairing specialized machines, later becoming a planner, supervisor, and general foreman, retiring in 2008. My wife of 45 years, Ruth, and I have a daughter, Helen, and son-in-law Dan, who live in Hampton, and two grandsons. I served on the school board in the mid 80’s. Knowing and appreciating those past and present board members, their work and dedication — my personal gratitude to them all. I look forward to serving the community I love once again.

Dan Postemski: Board of Education

Our son attends Hampton Elementary School, and his education, and the education of all the students, is of upmost importance to our family. I am keenly aware, however, of the fiscal constraints placed on our town, particularly with the State’s drastic cuts in aid to education. In the position I seek, I will search for ways to reduce spending accordingly, with an eye to minimal impact on student educational services, and a commitment to alleviating the tax burden on our residents.

Stan Crawford: Planning and Zoning

“Stewardship”; everyone has a gift. What can you give your community? I retired in 2006, built our home and moved to Hampton in 2009, with a vision to garden and volunteer all the rest of my days. So…I’ve served on Hampton’s: IWWA, Conservation Commission, BOF, P & Z, maintenance at FML, trustee at HCC, treasurer for both HAHS and Hampton Seniors Club. Much of my free time goes to Trails maintenance at Goodwin Forest, or carpentry projects for friends and neighbors. Perhaps your best gift is your vote.

John Berard: Board of Assessment Appeals

I have lived in Hampton all of my life, raised in the homestead where I’ve lived with my own family for over 20 years. Most of you know me through my involvement with the Fire Department, where I have served for over 40 years, and as the Town’s Building Inspector, a position I have held for 37 years. I would like to continue to serve on the town’s BAA. I appreciate your support.

Susan Crawford: Zoning Board of Appeals

I was elected to the ZBA in 2017 and would like to continue to serve in that capacity. I am committed to making a positive change to our zoning regulations to allow attractive business and small industry to Hampton to help offset the considerable tax burden on homeowners while maintaining the quaint, rural character of our lovely town. On the ZBA, I will continue to be a part of that process. I welcome your support.

Jo Freeman: Zoning Board of Appeals

I have been on the Zoning Board of Appeals for three terms and would like to continue to serve Hampton in this capacity.  I have always considered each presenting party before the Board with an unbiased, informed and fair decision based on the facts before me. Serving this town has been a pleasure.