Zoning Board of Appeals

Thomas Caputi

Dave Roberts (Alternate)

Hello Granby. I am running for re-election to the town’s Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). My extensive background in real estate dovetails nicely with the position on the ZBA. I began appraising real estate, primarily residential, in Connecticut in 1982. I am still active in the field and remain certified by the State. In 1997 I moved from working exclusively on the private side of the industry to also working on the public side working in the assessor’s office for the town of West Hartford. Since retiring from my full-time position I have worked part-time for the city of Meriden, the towns of New Hartford and Simsbury, and presently for the town of Hartland. I am also certified by the State for this endeavor.

Our family moved to Granby in 2005. We are active in the local community. I served as a president in the Granby chapter of UNICO. My wife is volunteering in the Friends of the Granby Public Library and at the Friend to Friend Thrift shop. We enjoy the hiking trails at Holcomb Farm and the Granby Land Trust. We support numerous local businesses, organizations, and restaurants. Granby is a great town with a lot of great people and we are very glad to be part of this community.

I am running for re-election to continue serving as an Alternate Member of the Town of Granby Zoning Board of Appeals. Over the past two years, it has been an honor to contribute to this important Board, which ensures that land use decisions balance individual property rights with community values and zoning regulations.

Now retired, I spent my professional career as a government executive with a background in economics and public financial management. My education and experience provide a strong foundation in policy analysis, regulatory frameworks, and fiscal responsibility—skills essential for reviewing appeals and variance requests.

Public service and community involvement have always been important to me. I am the proud father of six children and an active volunteer in Granby. I currently serve as Vice President of the Salmon Brook Historical Society, Secretary of the Granby Grange, and a member of the Granby America 250 Commission. I am also active in Lions International, volunteer with Waste Not Want Not, serve as Vice President of the Connecticut Chapter of the United Nations Association, and previously served as Chair of the Granby Conservation Commission. I recently completed my term as President of Stony Hill Village and now serve as its Immediate Past President.

What makes me a strong candidate for this role is my combination of professional background and ongoing commitment to Granby’s community life. I bring a thoughtful and informed perspective to zoning issues, valuing the importance of striking a balance between growth and preservation. I believe in fair and consistent decision-making and always strive to approach each case with objectivity and respect for the process.

It would be a privilege to continue serving the Town in this capacity. Thank you for your consideration and support