A Storied History of Civic Involvement
Whit Osgood is the very definition of a committed public servant, having devoted over two decades to the Glastonbury Town Council. This record testifies not only to his dedication but also to the confidence and trust that the Glastonbury community places in him. Prior to his council tenure, Whit’s civic footprint was already notable as he served on the Town Planning and Zoning Commission, where he championed smart growth and sustainable development.

A Man of Many Talents
Whit isn’t a one-trick pony; his professional background is a tapestry of roles and skills that align perfectly with the challenges of local governance. He has expertise in land use planning, finance, banking, and commercial real estate. This diversified skill set is more than just impressive on paper—it translates into a nuanced, multifaceted approach to policy-making and problem-solving.

Education: A Cornerstone of His Policy
Few things stir Whit’s passion more than education. A fervent advocate for the local education system, he continually lobbies for its advancement while striking a delicate balance with fiscal responsibility. Whit is acutely aware that a great education system can’t exist in isolation; it must be contextualized within the economic realities of the community it serves. Thus, he strives to prevent local taxes from outpacing income growth, to ensure the town’s long-term financial well-being.

Balanced and Inclusive Growth
For Whit, development is never a zero-sum game. It’s not about pitting conservation against construction or economy against ecology. This is evident in his endorsement of multi-faceted projects like the medical complex on Western Boulevard. Such initiatives not only enrich Glastonbury’s tax base but also harmonize with the town’s overall development plan and its essential agricultural character.

Whit’s Quote from Glastonbury Life
As a New England Republican which as a group have generally been fiscally conservative and socially moderate, I represent many similar thinking people in Glastonbury which is an important perspective to be represented on the Town Council.

We are fortunate in Glastonbury that we have a well-managed town with cost effective municipal services and a good public education system. For both town and education budgets, we must continue to maintain the quality of programs and services, while being mindful of the fact that local taxes cannot increase faster than incomes without dire consequences. We must continue to promote sound development such as the medical complex on Western Boulevard that contributes to our local tax base, while assuring the preservation of farms and open space consistent with our plan of development. I look forward to continuing to serve the town and would appreciate your vote for the Republican slate on November 7th.

Voting History

Affordable Housing

Social Issues

Education

Business

Town Management

Senior Citizens

Citizen Questions

The range of response: strongly agree, agree, neither agree nor disagree, disagree

What are the three greatest challenges facing the community, and how will you address them?

For both town and education budgets, we must continue to maintain the quality of programs and services, while being mindful of the fact that local taxes cannot increase faster than incomes without dire consequences. We must continue to promote sound development, such as the medical complex on Western Boulevard that contributes to our local tax base, while assuring the preservation of farms and open space consistent with our plan of development.

Zoning ordinances in town do not allow for adequate supply of housing across the income spectrum.

Neither agree nor disagree. Town has recently passed an ordinance requiring 10% of units in any new apartment development to be affordable. Town also allows accessory dwelling units that meet certain criteria. I would note that the state 8-30g regulations are ham fisted and the council should lobby for revisions.

Towns should implement programs to remove food waste from the trash stream.

Agree. Town has started a food waste collection system. Further education as to the benefits of the program should be pursued. The private trash collection system limits to some extent what the town can implement

Letters to Editor

You can often learn a great deal about a candidate from their letters written to the Glastonbury Citizen. The link to to the letter text is found in the dates below.

This letter criticizes the town budget for not using ARPA funds to reduce the tax burden for residents.

March 2022

Republican Open Forum

ChatGPT was asked to describe Whit given the text of the Republican Open Forum.

  • Argues against giving a three percent raise each year to a superintendent already at the top of the pay scale.
  • Advocates for respecting private property rights in development issues.