Though all nominees will be seated after Nov 2, the result of the election is that the party whose candidates garner the most votes in total gets to choose the BET’s chair, and that person holds the tie breaking vote. Continue Reading →
David Weisbrod
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Greenwich DTC Formally Endorses Candidates for the 2021 Municipal Election
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“At their July 21st meeting, pursuant to state law, the Greenwich Democratic Town Committee formally endorsed an impressive group of candidates for the 2021 municipal elections. They are consistently well-qualified and well-versed in how town government works.” – Greenwich DTC Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Bill Grad, Bill Kelly, David Weisbrod, Dawn Fortunato, Donnie Romeo, Howard Richman, Janet Stone McGuigan
BET Reshuffles after Resignation of Mike Mason; New Member Added; Chair, Vice Chair Elected
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After Mike Mason resigned from the BET to take a job as consultant to the town, the BET voted on a new member, a new chair and new vice chair. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Andy Duus, BET, Beth Krumeich, Bill Drake, David Weisbrod, Debra Hess, Harry Fisher
Greenwich DTC’s Nominating Committee Recommends Candidates for Municipal Election
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The Nominating Committee of the Greenwich Democratic Town Committee announced on Monday a full slate of candidates for the upcoming municipal elections. Pursuant to state law, the DTC will hold its nominating convention to endorse candidates at its July 21 meeting. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Bill Grad, Bill Kelly, David Weisbrod, Dawn Fortunato, Donnie Romeo, DTC, Elizabeth Krumeich
WEISBROD: A Walk in Putnam Park with Hector
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“It was so clear during our walk together in Putnam Park that Hector’s genuine interest in public service was visible to those who talked with us. He sings the praises of both Fred Camillo and Ned Lamont.” – David Weisbrod Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, David Weisbrod, Hector Arzeno
LEVINE: Greenwich’s Immoral Compass
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“We are probably one of the most “branded” towns/cities in the country. Articles like Evan Osnos’, New Yorker article and Googleable controversies such as this one weigh heavy on our community and prospective home buyers.” – Marina Levine Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, BET, David Weisbrod, Evan Osnos, Marina Levine, Mike Mason, New Yorker
Special BET Meeting to Reconsider FY ’21 Budget Amounts to Lengthy Argument over Robert’s Rules, Adjournment
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The BET held a special meeting via Zoom on Tuesday afternoon with just one item on the agenda: to reconsider FY 21 approved budget before it gets sent on to the RTM for approval. The special meeting was scheduled at the request of Democrats on the BET after an outcry from public school parents over cuts to the education budget. The Republican controlled BET had voted last week during a contentious meeting to cut $3 million from the education budget leaving it at current academic year spending levels. The Democrats had proposed instead a $700,000 cut. Despite the meeting lasting only about 40 minutes, and almost 400 people listening on mute, most of the session was taken up by arguments over motions, Robert’s Rules of Order, and consulting the new Town Attorney Vin Marino. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, BET, Board of Estimate and Taxation, David Weisbrod, Jeff Ramer, Karen Fassuliotis, Laura Erickson
BET Cuts Greenwich Schools Budget $3 Million in Party Line Vote
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The BET decision day meeting started with two hours dedicated to Greenwich Public Schools budget, during which about 200 people tuned in via Zoom. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Andy Duus, Beth Krumeich, Bill Drake, David Weisbrod, Debra Hess, Jeff Ramer, Karen Fassuliotis
First Selectman Names Advisory Committee for Greenwich Plaza Rail Station Project
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Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo has announced the formation of an advisory group which will help inform the planned redevelopment and expansion of the Greenwich Plaza and the Greenwich rail station in the downtown business district. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, David Weisbrod, Fred Camillo, Leslie Tarkington, Michael Basham, Peter Berg, Ross Moore
CAMILLO: BET Democrats Unnecessarily Attacked Town Staff on PAYT
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“…I would be happy to continue this discussion and move the implementation back a year or so and support a tipping fee to act as a bridge until the public has had enough time to see the true benefits of the program and its value to the community.” – Fred Camillo, Greenwich First Selectman Continue Reading →