Meet josh
Josh Goldstein is a Democratic Common Council member running for re-election as an At-Large member of Norwalk’s Common Council. Josh believes Norwalk’s government should reflect its people: diverse in all ages, backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives, united by a common desire to improve the city we are proud to call home. Elected in 2021, Josh makes sure to listen and learn from citizens across Norwalk about what is truly significant to them and what they want Norwalk to become.
"I believe that local government is about making our values a reality. Norwalk needs a diverse group of leaders who care deeply, apply common sense and logical reasoning to challenges known and unknown, and judiciously work to ensure that limited resources are best spent to improve Norwalk for all residents."
Raised in Connecticut, Josh moved to Norwalk because he wanted to live in a growing city with a rich history and culture. Prior to his election to the Common Council, Mayor Harry Rilling appointed Josh to the Zoning Commission in 2019, where he served for nearly two years.
A position on the Common Council should be used to amplify voices that oftentimes do not have a seat at the table. Josh strongly believes in the importance of seeking and understanding the perspectives of those who have different lived experiences. Josh believes all Norwalkers deserve representation on the Common Council and will fight to make Norwalk a place where its citizens continue to feel that its government is working for them.
Josh is a partner with the law firm of Adelman, Connors & Krevolin LLP. There, he represents people who have been injured due to negligent or reckless actions. Josh earned his law and master's degrees from Syracuse University and his undergraduate degree from George Washington University.
Josh lives with his wife Elizabeth and their dog Slice in West Norwalk.
accomplishments
Strengthening Norwalk's Business Community and Sustainability
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Josh has been a strong voice in support of strengthening Norwalk’s business community and spearheaded the introduction of new, regulated industries.
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Josh has supported meaningful efforts to increase Norwalk's sustainability efforts, such as the planting of trees across the city and flood mitigation efforts.
Promoting Smarter Street Development
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Josh spearheaded the passage of Norwalk's Complete Streets Ordinance, which standardized smarter street design to make Norwalk's streets more accessible and safer and make it easier to build new sidewalks.
Improving Norwalk's Beaches and Parks
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As a member of the Recreation and Parks Committee, he supported major improvements to Calf Pasture Beach and Oyster Shell Park.
Affordable Increases to Public Education Funding and Necessary School Construction
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Josh voted for affordable increases to public education funding and supported major school construction projects including the newly opened South Norwalk Elementary School and the upcoming new Norwalk High School.
priorities
SUPPORT NORWALK BUSINESSES TO REDUCE RESIDENTIAL TAXES
Encourage innovative ideas for locally-driven economic growth and provide support for small business as we need to lessen the burden on residential property taxes.
STRENGTHEN OUR EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION SYSTEM
Advocate to continue building a world-class education system in Norwalk by ensuring affordable, nondiscriminatory funding of public education and high quality school construction projects.
ENHANCE QUALITY OF LIFE
Increase green spaces, tree cover, bike lanes and sidewalks.
INCREASE HOUSING OPTIONS SO EVERYONE CAN AFFORD TO LIVE HERE
Create more housing options so anyone who wishes to live in Norwalk, including working professionals like teachers, police officers or firefighters can afford to live here.
INCREASE SUSTAINABILITY
Create a sustainable Norwalk by prioritizing green initiatives to safeguard our city from the effects of climate change, including to invest millions in infrastructure to maximize resident flooding relief
press
CONTACT JOSH
I want to hear from you! Tell me about the issues that are important to you.
Tel: 1-203-548-7604