TEAM CARFORA
LISA BALTER, TOWN CLERK
TRUSTED. ETHICAL. PROVEN.
“I love East Haven, and it has been an honor to
serve as your Town Clerk for the past three and a
half years. Every day, I work to be the trustworthy
clerk you can depend on, and my commitment to this
community is unwavering. I’m proud of what we’ve
accomplished together, and I’m ready to build on
that progress to achieve even more for East Haven.”
TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1
Alphonse Camera, District 1 Town Council Candidate.
Mariano “Juny” Santiago is proud to call District 1 home. Currently serving as a District One Town Council member; he is Guided by faith, family and a strong belief in community. dedicated to making the town a place where everyone can feel welcome and thrive. An independent thinker, Juny isn’t afraid to listen, learn, and stand up for what’s right—always putting neighbors before politics. With a heart for service and a passion for making life better for all residents, he is committed to building a stronger, more livable future for every family in District One and East Haven as a whole.
Ann Penington, District 1 Town Council Incumbent. Ann Penington is an incumbent Town Councilwoman running in District 1. As a council member, Ann serves on the committees for Education, Library and School Buildings. She is a member of the Rotary Club where she can be found flipping pancakes for breakfast with Santa or serving hot chocolate on the green for the tree lighting. As President of the American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 89, she has spearheaded various opportunities, including fundraising events to help both veterans and members of the community. Recently, Ann has begun serving as Legislative Chairwoman for the American Legion Auxiliary in Hartford. She is dedicated to her constituents, providing strong communication between the residents in District 1 and Town Hall. Ann’s dedication to our citizens isn’t just an ideal, she is work in action! A vote for Ann is a vote to continue her work in making East Haven a great place to live!
TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Joseph E. Deko, District 2 Town Council Incumbent. Town Council Chairman.
Karen Martin, District 2 Town Council Incumbent.
Joseph Santino, District 2 Town Council Incumbent. EHDTC Chairman. Joseph has proudly called East Haven home his entire life. Deeply committed to the community, he has served as a District 2 Town Council member. He works to ensure that residents’ voices are heard and local needs are met. As an incumbent, Joseph brings experience, dedication, and a strong sense of responsibility to his role, always striving to make East Haven a better place for all who live here. Joe is best known for giving back to East haven, his favorites include giving free new bikes to the children of East Haven every year at the town tree lighting, dressing up as Santa for community events & starting the annual trunk or treat at the town beach parking lot.
TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 3
Marianne Cesare, District 3 Town Council Incumbent. Marianne is running for reelection for a third term and is proud to have balanced six fiscally responsible budgets without loss of services to our community. She created a Go Fund Me page that raised over $3000 to help residents who lost homes due to a terrible fire. She has worked diligently with officials to place speed trailers and speed bumps in our district. Our District 3 members have worked hard with administration in settling the Sperry Lane project. Marianne is a lifelong resident of East Haven and graduate of our public school system before attending Gateway community college and business school. She worked as a kindergarten paraprofessional for 21 years in our school system. She’s been married for 40 years with 2 wonderful kids that are both East Haven home owners. Former Chairperson of our local League of Women Voters Past chairperson of the PTA publicity committee Former member of the School Building Committee
Joseph Bracale, District 3 Town Council. Joseph Bracale is a seasoned educator, tradesman, and community leader with more than 30 years of experience across commercial and industrial construction, vocational education, and public service. A licensed P-1 plumber and certified instructor, he currently serves as Department Head of Plumbing and Heating at Eli Whitney Technical High School, where he leads curriculum development, program growth, and mentorship for the next generation of tradespeople. In addition to his work in the classroom, Joseph is a certified TEAM Program Mentor for the State of Connecticut and a member of the Plumbing & Heating Steering Committee for the Connecticut Technical High School System. His leadership extends beyond education, having served as an apprenticeship supervisor, business owner, and assistant general manager in the plumbing supply industry. Deeply committed to service, Joseph is active in his community through organizations such as the Knights of Columbus, the Elks Lodge, and multiple charitable initiatives supporting children’s hospitals, veterans, and cancer patient care. He also contributes to local arts and culture as a board member for Dance Unlimited and the East Rock Community Festival. Known for his ability to connect people, build strong teams, and solve problems with practical insight, Joseph embodies the values of hard work, mentorship, and civic responsibility .
Louis Pacelli, District 3 Town Council Incumbent. Town Council Vice Chairman. Lifelong resident of East Haven residing at 107 Foxon rd. in the Foxon section of Town with my Wife Anne Pacelli and our five fur babies. Graduate of East Haven Public School system before attending South Central Community College and CPI of New Haven. Employed by East Haven Public Services Dept. for 25 years and the Parks Dept. for 10 years. Chairman of the East Haven Parks and Recreation Commission for 10 years; Member for 14 years. Member of Cable Advisory Commission for Southern CT for 6 years Fourth Degree Knight, Past Faithful Navigator Patrick Donlin Assembly 2459., Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 3300 Our Lady of the Rosary, Saint Padre Pio Parish East Haven Officer and Member of the Patrick Donlin Assembly 2459 Honor Guard, New Haven . . Minister of The Eucharist Our Lady of Pompeii Church, Lecture Our lady of Pompeii Church. Member of Choir Our Lady of Pompeii church. Area band One Way Ticket founder and member for over 25 years. Local TV Show, Talking Entertainment for over 7 years and Voted Best Local Cable Show for each of the seven years. Successful landscaping business established in 2000. Volunteer music and guitar teacher for the East Haven Recreation Dept. for over 20 years, and at St. Martin dePorres School, New Haven Our town Under Our leadership has been restored to clean and upgraded parks and roads. I have worked with Mayor Carfora and Town Council for fighting for responsible development to grow our tax base to bring in more revenue for stable taxes .I Worked hard with administration in settling the Sperry Lane project, Worked hard with EHPD for traffic and speed control on Charnes drive , rt 80 ,Foxon hill rd. and throughout town. Worked on 12 stable and fiscal responsible budgets. I helped and worked hard to pass blight ordinance to keep our town clean and safe .I always answer the call from my constituents in District 3 and throughout town A government of integrity with more service to our residents. We need to keep moving forward with leaders that will work for you. I am that candidate, and I hope I can count on your vote in November.
TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 4
Michael Ginnetti As a lifelong resident and graduate from EHHS, Michael is passionate about the Town of East Haven. Michael is a part owner at the successful, family-owned local business, Ginnetti Trucking. As a small business owner he understands the importance of fiscal responsibility and compassion. He strives to continue being a part of the positive changes taking place in town. After serving his second term, Michael looks forward to representing all his neighbors again for a third term in District 4.
Tina Hedley, District 4 Town Council Incumbent.
Richard Esposito, Currently elected to the Board of Finance, Rich wants to bring his experience & fiscal responsibility to the Town Council.
TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 5
Al Vollono, District 5 Town Council Incumbent. My commitment to public service is driven by a strong desire to see our town continue to grow and prosper. I believe in the importance of continuous improvement—strengthening public safety, supporting local businesses, enhancing community services, and investing in the beautification of our neighborhoods. Just as important, I strive to listen to and support the needs of all residents, ensuring their voices are heard and their concerns addressed. It is my goal to help create a town where families feel safe, opportunities continue to grow, and future generations are proud to call home.
Joseph Kikosicki, District 5 Town Council Incumbent.
Guy Bimonte, District 5 Incumbent.
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Dr. Michele DeLucia, Board of Education Incumbent. Born and raised in East Haven and proud EHHS alumnus. I live in the Momauguin area with my husband Steve Delucia and our three children. I have a BA in Psychology from SCSU and MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from UNH and currently teach in the Psychology Department at SCSU.. I have been committed to my position on the BOE since 2013 and have worked to continue building my knowledge in the field of education. Since becoming Chairperson of the BOE I have dedicated the past several years to study and research focused on school district, family, and community partnerships, earning a Doctorate in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies. I remain passionate about bringing new opportunities to the East Haven School District such as the first middle school aviation program in the country by continuing to develop partnerships with both local universities and private organizations.
Marianne Johnson, Board of Education Incumbent. Marianne Johnson has over thirty-five years of experience in education with a masters degree in Elementary Education and a sixth year degree in Educational Leadership. She taught elementary and middle school students for eighteen years and was Principal of East Haven Academy for the last fourteen years of her career. She understands what is needed to ensure educational success and does all she can to ensure equity and high standards for all students. Marianne is a lifelong resident of East Haven and proud alumna of East Haven High School. Her professional experience and knowledge of her community make her an excellent candidate for Board of Education.
Erika Santino Santiago, Board of Education Incumbent.
Patricia Tia DePalma, Board of Education Incumbent.
Karyn Putney, Board of Education Incumbent. I am grateful for the opportunity to run for my third term on the East Haven Board of Education. My husband, Brent, and I have called East Haven home for 15 years. Both of us are originally from the shoreline, and I was first introduced to this community as a volunteer with the East Haven Fire Department Company 1. My time serving as an EMT inspired my career path, and today I am a Registered Nurse. I have also worked as a substitute RN in East Haven Schools and served as a COVID-19 contact tracer for the New Haven School District. We are raising our two school-aged daughters in the East Haven district, giving us firsthand experience with our schools. Our family has had incredible interactions with the dedicated educators and paraprofessionals who not only meet students’ academic needs, but also their social-emotional well-being. Thanks to their teachers, my daughters developed a love for reading, and in 2017 we started a Little Free Library at our home to share that love with our community. Community involvement is something my family and I value deeply. I spent seven years as a Girl Scout troop leader, supporting an amazing group of young women as they grew into leaders. More recently, I have enjoyed coaching Foxon Recreation softball as my daughters discovered their passion for team sports. Together, our family also volunteers regularly with the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter, which inspired us to become state-licensed wildlife rehabilitators. What started as a volunteer project has since grown into Farm River Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides critical services and helps educate local students about the wildlife in our community. As a member of the Board of Education, I want to continue contributing ideas, collaborating on solutions, and helping East Haven Schools become a model for surrounding districts. I believe there is always room to improve communication between administrators, educators, and parents, and I am committed to bridging that gap. I welcome your input—whether it’s sharing concerns, highlighting strengths, or identifying opportunities for growth. Together, we can ensure that every child in East Haven has the best possible educational experience. I would be honored to continue representing you on the Board of Education.
Jack Stacey, Board of Education Incumbent.
BOARD OF FINANCE
Ronald DeSena, Board of Finance Incumbent.
Jeff Crisafi, Board of Finance
Al Purzycki is a seasoned finance professional and dedicated public servant with a proven track record of leadership in East Haven. As a six-year member of the Board of Finance and current Democratic candidate, he brings extensive expertise from his 15-year career in telecommunications and diverse background in finance, marketing, and product development. With an MBA in Finance, Al combines strategic financial acumen with a genuine commitment to responsible fiscal management. He understands the complexities of budgeting and is passionate about making informed decisions that benefit East Haven. Al's professional experience and deep local knowledge position him as a pragmatic and forward-thinking candidate who can help drive smart financial strategies for sustainable community growth. His collaborative approach and financial insights make him a valuable asset to the town of East Haven.
Christopher Perdo, Board of Finance Incumbent.