(September 5, 2023) — We reached out and asked candidates to respond to a set of questions; if a candidate did not respond, their name is listed, so that you know who is running for each office. Updates from all candidates are welcome and will be published as Letters to the Editor. The candidate’s reply is unchanged from the original as submitted. HK-Now.com and Haddam Killingworth News are not responsible for errors in grammar, usage, punctuation or spelling.
Fire Commissioner
Michael Reimers (D):
HK News: Tell us a little about yourself.
I have been a resident of Killingworth since 2006. We have two daughters, one living in Norwalk, with her husband and three daughters, and the other living in New York City with her husband.
HK News: Why are you running for the position?
The Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company deserves support through identification of equipment and other expenditures needed and budget requests to the Selectmen and Board of Finance. I believe my background in finance and budgeting will provide support.
HK News: What do you see as the important issues facing your town and how would you address them in your role?
The volunteers that make up the KVFC are essential to the safety of Killingworth and they need and deserve our support to maintain equipment, staffing and related training.
HK News: What are the key things you love about this town and its people?
I love the small-town feeling and sense of community.
HK News: Additional thoughts to leave voters with?
I would be honored to receive your vote.
Donald Offner (R):
HK News: Tell us a little about yourself.
I am currently the Fire Commissioner, having been in that role from 2019-present. I am married and have four children and one grandchild. We have lived in Killingworth for 18 years. I am a retired New York City Firefighter with 23 years of service. I have been a volunteer in the community as well as a member of St. Lawrence Church.
HK News: Why are you running for the position?
I am committed to ensuring the safety of all Killingworth residents. I would like to continue to serve as Commissioner to ensure the Killingworth Volunteer Fire Department is adequately funded.
HK News: What do you see as the important issues facing your town and how would you address them in your role?
As current Commissioner I am dedicated to making sure that the budgets are adequate. I also want to continue to ensure that the Fire Department is properly equipped.
HK News: What are the key things you love about this town and its people?
Killingworth is a great town to raise a family. Many of the people who live here volunteer their time to the many organizations in town.
HK News: Additional thoughts to leave the voters with?
I would be most appreciative for the opportunity to continue my position as Fire Commissioner. It is my sincere pleasure to work side by side with the members of Killingworth Volunteer Fire Department.
