MEET THE CANDIDATES: Cheryl Blogoslawski: Tax Collector

Charyl Blogoslawski is running for re-election as Tax Collector.

Cheryl holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Bryant College (now University) and a Master's Degree in Professional Accounting from the University of Hartford. Cheryl has over 15 years of experience working in the private sector--10 most recently in the commercial real estate area.

Cheryl has a strong background in business accounting with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation. Her experiences have also included statement reconciliations, capital asset classification, depreciation schedules, and she has worked with mortgage escrow companies, banking institutions, and outside independent auditors with respect to proper year end filings. Cheryl continues to build her already strong core computer skills and other technical competencies.

Cheryl is currently a Board Member for the Salvation Army, and a former Commissioner for both the Parks and Recreation and Conservation Commissions.

Cheryl's family has a commitment to public service spanning several decades. Cheryl's father, Walter Blogoslawski, served on the Redevelopment Commission in the late 60's/early 70's, her mother, Patricia Hoerle, served on the Board of Education for most of the 80's. Cheryl's sister, Linda Blogoslawski Mlynarczyk served on the Common Council and then Mayor in the early 1990's. Cheryl says that each of her family members believed in this city in their own way and that she too believes in our city.

Cheryl says that under the leadership of Mayor Stewart, New Britain has experienced unprecedented growth, and accordingly, the tax collector position has evolved into one that demands the education, financial background and experience to stay on top of complex tax structures as we continue to grown and move forward.