The election campaign, although unofficially, has begun. Villanova mayor candidates, currently three, could increase. Roberto Peretti is weaving relationships and working on a possible list. He doesn’t speak at the moment. He makes it known that he will do it when the date of the elections is made official. Massimiliano Brunzin «Max Ponte», on the other hand, is in full swing. He closed and baptized the civic list. His name is «Let’s relaunch Villanova D’Asti». In the logo the civic tower and the two Bissoche. The #pontesindaco hashtag was also launched. The team will be presented in the next few days.
Claudio Oberto, 60 years old, current president of the municipal council of Villanova, is the third candidate for mayor. His list “Villanova today” it represents continuity with the previous administration. Oberto, an IT sales agent, married with children, lives in Villanova. He is not new to politics and has long-standing experience. In the 1990s he was a young municipal councilor in Poirino. Then 10 years ago, opposition advisor, in the first term of Christian Giordano. In the last, however, he was at his side. Open to the social sector, he was president of the Pro loco both in Poirino and Villanova.
Why is Oberto applying?
“I bonded with the young side of the current administration. I understood their desire to continue and the need for an experienced person. It is also a question of civic sense. I am happy to be able to give my contribution to make Villanova a place where you live well ».
What was one of the best things about the Jordanian administration?
“He was very good at managing the pandemic, both from a human and organizational point of view.”
What projects does it intend to continue?
“Those in progress, in particular those related to logistics”.
New ideas?
«To unite all the parts of Villanova, to preserve the work in agriculture and industry, to enhance the experiences gained in the Pro loco to make Villanova a beautiful Villanova. And give continuity to twinning ».
The relationship with citizens?
“It will have to be direct, with periodic meetings, without forgetting the fractions.”
A 5 year long dream?
«To administer with serenity, involving everyone. I would like the villanovese to collaborate ».
How is the list composed?
“There are more women than men. All young, except the candidate …. with my 60 years I am the longest-lived. It is made up of five people with administrative experience to give continuity and new people who will bring fresh lymph ».
What will the election campaign be like?
“And the age of social media. But it will also be traditional. Meetings, the key word ».
Have you already worn the tricolor headband?
“Yup. But never in Villanova. A great emotion. In that moment you are the city, you are the citizens ».