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Michael Riggio | Planning Commission

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​Education
BS in Electrical Engineering
​Masters in Telecommunications


What inspired you to run for local office?
I am running for Planning Commission because I think I have the background to make a contribution to the long term planning, maintaining our town as a wonderful place to live. ​
Bio and Qualifications 
I am a twenty-two year Old Lyme resident.  My experience as the owner of a consulting and engineering company allowed me to help with the long term plans of major Corporations and reach consensus in plan development.  My career began at AT&T with various management positions. Followed by17 years as Owner and President of a successful Consulting and Engineering company with client base of GE, NBC, and CBS.
Why should someone vote for you?
I believe I have an understanding of our Town and our need to balance our long term goals with our requirements. ​
What’s your favorite place in Old Lyme?
My favorite places in Old Lyme are the beaches. I like to relax and swim.

What is something not many people know about you?
I keep trying to play better golf

What is your favorite book?
Ordinary Heroes by Scott Turow
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Volunteer Activities
I am part of the Open Space group in my community. I have done volunteer work supporting invasive plant removal on our public trust properties. I applied for and obtained a grant for a solar power array for Tilly farm, a NY town property to both power the farm and educate people in NY and CT.

What do you want voters to know about you?
If you talk to me, I listen. I like having a plan and bringing things to a conclusion.

What do you like to do in your spare time?
I read , play golf, pickleball and tennis.

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Katherine Thuma, Treasurer   
​P. O. Box 402, Old Lyme, CT 06371


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  • Home
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  • 2025 candidates
    • First Selectman - Martha Shoemaker
    • Selectman - Jim Lampos
    • Board of Finance - Kimberly Thompson
    • Board of Finance - Candace Fuchs
    • Board of Finance Alt - Diane Linderman
    • Board of Finance Alt - Fred Behringer
    • Board of Finance Alt - Tom Walsh
    • Board of Education - Jason Kemp
    • Board of Education - Sheryl Shyloski
    • Board of Education - Michael Hansen
    • Board of Education - Cynthia Love McCollum
    • Board of Assessment Appeals - Devin Berke
    • Planning Commission - Michael Riggio
    • Zoning Commission - Michael Fogliano
    • Zoning Board of Appeals - Michaelle Pearson
    • Zoning Board of Appeals - Kip Kotzan
    • Zoning Board of Appeals Alt - Kathleen Tracy
    • Zoning Board of Appeals Alt - Richard Korsmeyer
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    • 24-26 DTC Members
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