Politics & Government

About the Candidate: Peter Bagdigian

Member of WPCA seeks to return to Town Plan and Zoning Commission.

Name: Peter Bagdigian, Jr.

Party: Democrat

Position Seeking: Town Plan and Zoning Full 4 Year Term

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Family information: I was born and raised in Farmington on our family dairy farm.  My family has lived in Farmington for over 90 years.  I attended Farmington schools, raised my family in Farmington, and sent all three of my daughters through the Farmington public school systems. 

Occupation, if applicable:  In 2010, I was awarded a certificate of appreciation from my church, Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, and a citation from the Connecticut General Assembly.    Presently, I serve as parish council chairman.  In 2004, I retired from UCONN Health Center.

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Political Experience:

I currently serve on the Water Pollution Control Authority.  I have previously served as an elected member on the TPZ and ZBA. 

Why are you running for office?

As a former elected member to TPZ and ZBA, I have gained the experience and knowledge to serve Farmington.  As a young boy growing up, our town was more rural and more of a country setting.  It is important for Farmington to protect the remaining open space left as well as our precious farms.  Farmington can continue to develop responsibly with commissioners such as myself, when elected, who are willing to make methodical, responsible decisions.

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

Open space and preservation of farm land is very important.  In considering future plans for residential and commercial building, it is imperative that we remain cognizant to the balance of the potential impact to infrastructure, ecological and traffic issues. 

What issues or opportunities is the town facing today?

Traffic is a number one concern that needs to be addressed and resolved.  There have been traffic studies in both the Farmington and Unionville parts of our town, with some movement, but clearly not enough. 

How would you propose to address them?

I would welcome the opportunity to be appointed to a future traffic study group to assist in seeking a permanent resolution to this long-standing problem. 

Anything else you would like to share?

Please vote for me on November 8th so I may continue my commitment to serve Farmington.   


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