Born in 1961 and raised in Tarrytown, NY, Gerry emerged from humble beginnings as the son of a school janitor and a devoted stay-at-home mother of five. Growing up in a close, family oriented public housing community, he frequently accompanied his moonlighting father to various jobs, instilling within him a work ethic that remains strong today. In 1986, Gerry and his wife, Anne, planted roots in B
eacon Falls, CT, where they raised their two sons. Motivated by a desire to ensure a future for his children and grandchildren in an America that guarantees both freedom and protection, Gerry felt compelled to answer the call to higher public service. Gerry's community involvement began in 1987 and has since been unwavering. He has served on various boards and commissions, showcasing leadership as the Chair of the Board of Finance and the Planning and Zoning Commission. As a four-term First Selectman, Gerry has successfully applied for and secured competitive grants, securing vital funds for the town's aging infrastructure while keeping tax increases to a minimum. One of his strongest achievements is steering the town to a "AA+" credit rating with S&P Global Ratings. Equally adept in white or blue-collar settings, Gerry's entrepreneurial spirit shone through as the owner of a mortgage banking firm that he navigated through both economic highs and lows. He also partnered with a trucking transport firm, quadrupling its income in just two years. With this experience, he built his own tri-axle business, and now works part time for a similar company. As a former small business owner, realtor, and, currently, an insurance agent, Gerry is acutely aware of the impact of state and federal public policy on businesses, individuals, and family. “Kitchen table” issues are his forte. Gerry's commitment extends beyond Beacon Falls, as he serves as a Director at the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM), a member of the Connecticut Interlocal Risk Management Agency (CIRMA), and a member of the Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments. Through these roles, he continues to contribute his wealth of knowledge and experience to regional and statewide initiatives, and fight for a better tomorrow.