Patch Candidate Profile: Jim Leahy, Orange Board Of Finance

ORANGE, CT — As the 2023 municipal elections get closer in Orange, there are plenty of races with candidates who are eager to serve in elected office.

Orange Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will publish candidate profiles as Election Day draws near.

Jim Leahy is running for a seat on the Board of Finance in Orange as a Republican candidate.

Education.

B.A. in Mathematics, Bates College

M.B.A. Harvard Business School

Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?

Vice Chairman Board of Finance, 2009

Board of Finance, 2005 - present

Amity Finance Committee, 2005 – 2009

Orange Man of the Year Award, 2000

Chairman, OVFD Firetruck $50K Challenge raising $165K

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

Jim brings over 39 years of experience and a proven track record of accomplishment with Fortune 100 organizations. He has consistently communicated his overarching theme of "Doing More with Less" and shown how to utilize those principles in town budgeting and government. During his 18-year tenure, Orange has reduced its spending by 57% annually while maintaining town services and educational excellence.

“When I first came in 1983, I considered the Town of Orange a ‘hidden gem’, a wonderful place to live and raise a family. Since then, it has been my pleasure to volunteer and contribute to our town. I respectfully ask for your support to continue in my role on the Board of Finance. Thank you.”