Paul A. Zulpa

Paul A. Zulpa is the Republican First Selectman of Woodbury, Connecticut, serving as the town's chief elected official, chief executive officer, and chief administrative officer. He can be reached at the town offices at 281 Main Street South, Woodbury, CT 06798. Before entering local government, Zulpa had a career as a manager at IBM, bringing a background in corporate management and fiscal administration to municipal leadership.

Zulpa entered the race for First Selectman following the retirement of Republican First Selectman Barbara Perkinson, who had held the seat after the death of predecessor Bill Butterly. He was listed as a candidate in the Woodbury/Middlebury Election 2025 Voter Guide. Supporters have cited his background in fiscal discipline and infrastructure planning as qualifications for the role. As First Selectman, Zulpa holds responsibilities including organizing town administration, implementing ordinances and policies, coordinating the Board of Selectmen, and presenting an annual State of the Town report.