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Catanzaro wins Mad River Twp. seat on first try

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By Pam Cottrel, Contributing Writer 2:51 PM Wednesday, November 4, 2009

On Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 4, Joe Catanzaro was at work as he always is at Catanzaro’s Pizza and Subs on Dayton Road at the edge of Springfield, but one thing was very different.

“People come into the store to congratulate me and hand me notes with their name and address,” Cantanzaro said during an afternoon phone interview.

On Tuesday, Catanzaro, a long time local business owner, was unofficially elected to one of the seats on the Mad River Township Board of Trustees. It was his first run for elected office.

“It’s an honor that people think so much of you to vote for you,” he explained. “I appreciate the opportunity to serve.”

A life long resident of the township, Catanzaro said that during the campaign he had knocked on 3,750 doors throughout the township including residences in the eastern side of the township and trailer courts.

“How else can you find out what people are thinking?” he asked.

Looking forward to his term in office, Catanzaro plans a fiscal focus. “I hope to balance the budget and get more on a cash basis.”

And he looks forward to working with the township trustees and officials.

“I grew up with these guys. I can work with anyone.”

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Joe Catanzaro did great at the meet the candidate night because he told the truth!The truth is what it is. I respect straight talk.Joe answered the questions honestly.Joe answered all the questions.Joe won my vote when he said he did not know the answer because is not an expert.Joe said he would consult with experts.Joe said it was more important to make the right decision after he knows the facts not what feels or sounds good at the moment.Joe is the right person for these challenging times.

confidence restored
2:17 AM, 11/5/2009

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I definitely would have liked to have seen Schumann on the township this time as opposed to Catanzaro. I certainly hope he goes in with an open mind and not as negative as he has been in the past. And when asked questions I hope he doesn't avoid the questions like he did during the meet the canidates night.

Disappointed
9:58 PM, 11/4/2009

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Congrats Joe.....I know you have a true desire for success for the township. Glad to have you working for us.

Chippy
7:14 PM, 11/4/2009

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