Kevin Bridal, a member of the Board of Selectmen, asked Simsbury voters to reelect him on Tuesday, Nov. 4, saying his two years on the board included work to protect open space and restrain spending.

Bridal said voters deserved "leadership with experience who can work together, build consensus, and get things done," and urged support for the ticket he is running with, including Heather Getz for first selectman and nominees Mike Payne and Ed Mateo. He highlighted a vote to preserve Meadowood land and criticized an effort he said occurred in June to reverse a 2021 referendum on that property.

Bridal framed his candidacy as a continuation of service. "Public office is a public trust," he said, adding that his approach has been to be "aggressively reasonable." He told listeners he had "advocated for reduced spending during the budget process, ensured important infrastructure investments, and looked out for services that make Simsbury a special place." He also said he had worked on efficiency projects and "inclusionary efforts with our local law enforcement to empower people with disabilities in our community."

On Meadowood, Bridal said he voted "to protect open space and prevent illegal development on Meadowood land that was under threat from a misguided effort on our board." He described a 2021 referendum on the matter and said the board "tried to undo that vote in June." Those statements reflect Bridal's account of events.

Bridal concluded by asking voters to support his slate in the upcoming election, saying he wants to continue working with town staff and fellow officials to "protect this wonderful community."