Board of AldermEn
Rick Baker
I’m a tinkerer, welder/fabricator, and entrepreneur who's worked a broad range of jobs from iron foundries to commercial fishing in the Bering Sea. My experience includes training people in community development and launching enterprises that created real economic opportunity in small communities.
I'm running because our economic system is disenfranchising working people and making the middle class unobtainable. While politicians distract us with culture wars, billionaires are stealing resources from everyday Americans. We're experiencing an erosion of democracy in the U.S., and it's our moral obligation to stand up for those being left behind.
Rutland's biggest challenges are livable wages, affordable housing, and unity among our citizens. I want our city to be resilient, economically strong, safe, and welcoming to all people.
I'm new to politics but I am running for a new and better future—one where every resident has the opportunity to grow individually and contribute to their community.
Peter G. Franzoni
I am a 5th generation Rutland City resident with deep ties to this community. Although I never had any desire to be an advocate, much less a politician, I have found myself greatly concerned for many folks that I care about in our community who have been unfairly put at risk over this past year: Last April, they asked me to speak up for them; this year, they’ve asked me to represent them.
I also have a strong desire to see our city grow. I’ve run my own business for 5 years now as an independent title investigator specializing in commercial land development, with 33 years previous experience performing land surveying and civil-engineering technician work: I would like to apply my knowledge and skill-set to further the existing efforts of creating affordable housing in our city, so that we may grow our tax base.
I am running with the Rutland Forward candidates because they have brought long-term growth to our city, and especially because they stand for a city that is safe and welcoming for everyone.
Alexandria Perone
Nineteen years ago, my partner and I chose Rutland City to plant our roots and start our family. We love raising our three children here. As a stay at home parent I was able to volunteer my time with the PTO/PTC for my children’s schools, and work as a volunteer for the Promise Community. Now I’d like to use my time to help Rutland City on a larger scale.
I am running for alderman because I want to help Rutland grow and thrive as a safe, and affordable community for everyone.
As your Rutland City Alderman I commit to being transparent and accessible. Elected officials are, first and foremost, public servants. I would be honored to serve our community.
Anna Tadio
I am a dedicated, motivated leader who cares deeply about the future of Rutland. I’m running for re-election to a third term on the Rutland City Board of Aldermen because I’m passionate about fighting for working people by finding solutions to the housing crisis, making Rutland a more affordable place to live, and managing a fiscally responsible city budget.
Born and raised in Rutland, I am an environmental attorney, part time ski and bike patroller at Killington, and spend time doing volunteer immigration legal work. I have been a staunch advocate for our constitutional rights and have spoken out against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities.
On the Board of Aldermen, I have advocated for public safety by supporting initiatives to attract and retain staff on the police and fire departments. I believe in investing in public infrastructure and local businesses and ensuring our recreation department has the support it needs to provide quality, affordable opportunities for everyone.
I care deeply about you, your families, and Rutland’s future. I want to hear from you! Please reach out to me with your ideas at annatadiovt@gmail.com.
Michael Talbott
Like many people right now, I’m deeply concerned about the direction of the country and how powerless it can feel to make change at a national level. What I know is that local government still matters, and that the choices we make in Rutland directly affect people’s lives.
On the Board of Aldermen, I’ve consistently pushed back against short-sighted cuts and easy answers that feel good in the moment but cost us for generations. I’ve helped move Rutland toward a more sustainable future by supporting long-term investments in housing, infrastructure, and our police department—work that strengthens the tax base and protects affordability over time rather than eroding it.
As Board President, I worked to lead with steadiness, patience, and respect for process. As an Alderman, I have not shied away from speaking up on difficult issues when it mattered. I’m running for re-election because I believe that kind of leadership still matters—and because I know there is more work to do.