Legislative Council District Candidates
Sean Cardwell - District 1
seancardwellctd1@gmail.com | 475-441-8251
Sean Cardwell is seeking a second term, bringing more than 20 years of engineering and municipal experience to the Town. In office, he has prioritized strengthening infrastructure, advancing economic development, and enhancing public safety. Building on his early service as Chair of the Human Rights Commission, Sean has developed strong community relationships and continues to advocate for both youth and senior residents.
Renee Hoff - District 6 - Primary Candidate
Renee Hoff brings over 35 years of professional experience protecting and advocating for Connecticut's children and families. She is a lifelong Democrat and compassionate leader with strong ties to the Hamden community. As a councilmember she will continue to elevate 6th district members, work to remove barriers to growth, and strengthen community partnerships.
Adrian Webber - District 7 - Primary Candidate
adriancwebber@gmail.com | 213-973-2203
Adrian Webber is a two-term councilmember. His focus is on public safety, fiscal responsibility and economic growth. He believes this is best accomplished through listening to the community through town halls, community-led conversations, and regular direct engagement. Adrian is dedicated to our youth and education and has fostered youth leadership in municipal goverment.
Ted Stevens - District 8 - Primary Candidate
tstevens@hamden.com | Facebook | Bluesky | X | Threads
Ted is a third-generation Hamden resident and two-term Councilor who will use his experience on the Council and nearly two decades of experience in the field of city planning to advocate for vibrant and safe mixed-use neighborhoods. As a parent of two children at Bear Path School, Ted supports fully funding our schools and ensuring that all children across town have equal access to community resources, regardless of income or neighborhood. Ted understands that Hamden's high mill rate places an undue burden on household expenses, and in the past fiscal year he worked with fellow Legislative Council members to maintain services while finding more than $18 million in taxpayer savings. He will continue to look for additional taxpayer relief by limiting new expenditures, promoting ways to expand the tax base, and finding additional sources of revenue, including state and federal grants. Ted is committed to continue being accessible to residents in his district through open and clear communication.
Tameeka Parks - District 9 - Primary Candidate
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Tameeka has over 25 years in various leadership positions, most recently 12 years in practice operations in physician practices. She will bring her background of working within policies, procedures, workflows, and protocols of various organizations. She will also bring organizational skills that are essential, as well as her supervision, communication, and managerial skills. Tameeka is active in community outreach at work and in the community, as well as actively serving in her church.
Her goal is to represent the people of district 9 in Hamden, acting as an advocate and communicating to the legislature on our behalf as well as bringing our concerns and questions to them and sharing what goes on in the council meetings. She will actively communicate with constituents, so they are aware of meetings or hearings, and any issues or concerns that they have. She will be available to answer questions and, overall, represent district 9.
