About Joe
Thank you for taking the time to learn about my background. As a concerned citizen and parent, I decided to run for re-election to the Board of Selectman to continue serving and continuing to contribute to the great Town of Clinton.
I attended the Clinton public school system, graduated from CHS and attended Northeastern University. My wife Constance and I have three children, Stephanie, Emily and Joey – who all, by the way, attend Clinton Public Schools. I am a lifelong resident and presently reside on Chace Street on the “Acre”.
My mom and dad, as well as my brother reside in Clinton. My parents are Joseph P. Notaro Sr. and Lois Notaro all of whom reside on the “Acre”.
I have grown up in Clinton and it is my home. I have seen a lot of changes to the town since my childhood; some are good, and most definitely some are bad. Now that I have children, I want to make sure that Clinton remains a place that they would be proud to call their home.
Professionally, I am a Principal Electronics Engineer and have worked in the High Technology industry since 1977. I am an experienced designer of electronic hardware and systems. I have been a project leader of design team’s at large companies and also at small startup companies. I believe my team building experience and the critical thinking utilized in the design process has been and continue to be directly applicable to the position of Selectman.
My priorities and commitment reflect the needs of ALL Clinton Residents and Businesses, not just a handful of insiders. I believe the best government is one that leads by listening to its Citizens; that money isn’t always the solution to our problems but people are; and that some officials have forgotten that our citizens are partners waiting to help, not people waiting to be led.
Clinton needs leadership that is cost conscious today and has long-term goals in place for tomorrow: Leadership means listening, admitting mistakes and then fixing them. As a Charter Commissioner, I have the knowledge of town government and as an engineer and project leader, the skills to help lead our town and plan for its future. I know the value of a dollar – and the value of education and community. That will make a difference in all the issues we face and will face together in our town.
I didn't run for a Selectman’s seat for the job title nor do I now, my reasons for running are for the continued opportunity to help Clinton solve problems that are plaguing our town. I understand our town and its issues and will continue to provide fresh thinking and a problem-solving perspective, and will be a practical and fair voice in the Selectmen’s office.
Clinton’s greatest asset is its people. I know how much we all care about our town. A wide range of issues drive us: accountability and efficiency in government, quality schools, affordability of services, public safety, open space, wise growth and so much more. These issues shouldn’t divide us. They should unite us. And, they should reflect the will of the majority of the citizens, not the whim of special interests!
As a Selectman for the last three years I believe I have a working knowledge and understand the complexities and problems facing our town government, as well as what works and what doesn't, and I have gained a great deal of knowledge and understanding of the structure and workings of our present town government. As such, I believe I am fully qualified for re-election to the Board of Selectman.