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The board voted unanimously on an action item concerning a lawsuit between First Selectman Fred Camillo and the Board of Education. Continue Reading →
In Glenville, the weather may have hampered parade plans on Sunday, but did nothing to dampen the spirits of more than 100 Greenwich residents gathered at the Glenville Fire House to mark Memorial Day, and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to keep America safe. Continue Reading →
“Can other government agencies like ICE access the information. Can insurance companies or another FOIA the data? Can another state’s police department or attorney general’s office subpoena the data in a vigilante justice effort regarding women’s health care should someone seek healthcare in Connecticut?” – Danielle Eason
The next step following the public hearing is for the item to go before the RTM on June 8 for approval. Continue Reading →
As of the end of March, $192,644 in legal fees from the First Selectman have been paid out of the law department budget, and $304,002 in school board legal fees have been invoiced but not paid. The town attorney, who per town charter is the one to approve legal bills, has recused herself. Continue Reading →
Keynote speaker Ali Morgan, DEI practitioner and education coach, emphasized that “the talk” with children about inclusion and navigating racism is not a one-time perfect conversation, but rather a series of moments.
“It’s a question at the dinner table, or in the car. It’s a comment after school, or a moment of confusion or discomfort…How we respond in those moments is ultimately what matters.” Continue Reading →
With community partners, local businesses and countless families coming together, the 17th annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop provided a memorable start to the holidays. Continue Reading →
Thursday night’s capital projects public hearing, organized by current BET chair, Republican Harry Fisher and First Selectman Fred Camillo, had few surprises but for feedback that the entire process should be more transparent. The meeting lasted just one hour. It might have been longer if there was an option to testify remotely. On the dais, in addition to Fisher and Camillo were BET members Elliot Alchek, Matt DesChamps, Leslie Moriarty, David Weisbrod, Leslie Tarkington and Stephen Selbst.
Not in attendance were Lucia Jansen, Nisha Arora, David Alfano, Scott Kalb or Karen Fassuliotis. Continue Reading →
At Bosco’s in Old Greenwich Democrats were joyful their party wrested control of the all-powerful finance board, the Board of Estimate and Taxation, and its chairmanship that comes with a tie-breaking vote. At Townhouse in central Greenwich, Republican First Selectman said he was honored to have won a fourth term along with running mates Lauren Rabin and Jackie Budkins. Continue Reading →
“It seems to me that with the loss of the trees, it begins to me to resemble Arlington Cemetery. We have monument, monument, monument, and a monument across the street – all at an intersection with great historic quality and beauty.” – P&Z Commissioner Mary Jenkins Continue Reading →
The Greenwich Fire Dept promoted seven people during a packed promotion ceremony on Thursday. Fire Chief Joseph McHugh welcomed a large turnout that included families, members of the Fire and Police Departments, friends and elected officials. After each member of the Fire Dept was introduced, he took an oath administered by First Selectman Fred Camillo. Continue Reading →