About Jonathan
Jonathan Katz, is a lifelong Hamden resident from a family that has lived in the Highwood and Spring Glen neighborhoods for three generations. Jonathan understands the challenges facing our town — because he’s lived them alongside his neighbors.
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​After graduating summa cum laude from Fordham University with degrees in Economics and International Political Economy, Jonathan built a successful legal career while staying deeply connected to community service and civic engagement.
Now, he’s running for Mayor to bring fiscal discipline, innovation, and community-driven leadership to Hamden.
Experience & Leadership
Professional: U.S. Trademark Prosecution Paralegal at a world-renowned Intellectual Property Law Firm.
Education: Fordham University, B.A. Economics & International Political Economy, Minor in Philosophy.
Leadership: Connecticut State Student Advisory Council on Education (2-Term Appointee); Co-Managing Editor of Fordham Undergraduate Law Review; Judicial Intern, New York State Supreme Court; Legal Clerk at Fordham Office of Legal Counsel.
Community Involvement: Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, ACLU, immigration education programs, and local Hamden nonprofits.
Campaign Experience: Grassroots volunteer on local and state Republican campaigns.
Personal Life
Jonathan lives in Hamden with his three cats — Cody, Kasey, and Ritz — and alongside his parents Theresa and Bob. When he’s not working or campaigning, you’ll find him spending time with his friends, and partner, Stephanie, playing hockey, running, snowboarding, or gardening in the community he loves.
“Without the people, there is no Hamden — and it’s time for us to take our community back.”