Oberlander said the budget will result in a 2.98% increase in the mill rate, which she said was within target range of BET guidelines. Continue Reading →
BET Passes Greenwich Town Budget in 11-1 Vote
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Jill Oberlander
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Greenwich Tax Collector Howard Richman Announces Candidacy for 2019
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On Thursday night Greenwich Tax Collector, Howard Richman explained why he was announcing his bid so early for another term as Greenwich Tax Collector. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Howard Richman, Jeff Ramer, Jill Oberlander, John Blankley, Leslie Moriarty, Sandy Litvack, Steve Meskers
Oberlander: For a model of bipartisan cooperation, look no further than the BET.
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“BET is working closely with other Boards and Commissions to enhance communication and improve governance procedures.” – Jill Oberlander, Chair, BET Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, BET, Jill Oberlander
Litvack Speaks Bluntly at Democratic Candidates’ Forum at Town Hall
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Sandy Litvack talked about the First Selectman setting a “tone” for the town, the move afoot to cut 10-15% of the town’s budget, and opposing education charter change. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Board of Education, Board of Estimate and Taxation, David Weisbrod, Greenwich Democrats, Howard Richman, Jill Oberlander, Leslie Moriarty
Greenwich Campaign Update: Everyone’s Talking; Some Are Clamming up
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A BOE forum has been cancelled because three candidates of five have withdawn. The Democratic candidates for First Selectman, BET and Tax Collector are holding their own Democrats-only forum on November 1. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, BET, Beth Krumeich, Board of Education, David Weisbrod, Drew Marzullo, First Selectman, Howard Richman
A Lesson in Humanity: Diversity Training at Town Hall Packs the House with “Agents of Change”
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During a 3-hour diversity training workshop akin to Names Day at Greenwich High School, 66 town leaders talked about stereotypes, hate, bigotry and the power of allies. All agreed that silence is deadly. Personal anecdotes were powerful. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Volunteering, Anti-Defamation League, BET, Board of Education, Bobby Walker, Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, bully
VIDEO: Mother’s Day Bike Ride Mountain Bike Stunt Performance
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On Mother’s Day, Greenwich families turned out to celebrate mom with a pleasure as simple as a bike ride. The 13th annual Mother’s Day Bike Ride benefited from sunshine and warm temps. The event featured food trucks, flowers, bicycle vendors and Mike Steidley Mountain Bike Stunt Shows. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Holiday, Sports, Transportation, David Rafferty, Ellington Management Group, Jill Oberlander, Larry Penn, Mike Steidley
Oberlander Has a Few Unanswered Questions for Bocchino
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Jill Oberlander said her votes during three terms on the RTM are public record and available at Town Hall, but Mr. Bocchino’s voting record and his entire BNA website are nowhere to be found. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, Greenwich Public Schools, Jill Oberlander
Oberlander: “I am a fiscally responsible professional who cares about her community.”
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To the Editor:
It has been a privilege for me to meet so many fellow Greenwich residents in the 150th District. I have spent time speaking with business owners, commuters, seniors, students, parents, and the many professionals and volunteers who make valuable contributions to our community in areas varying from transportation to social and youth services, conservation and our school system. For those I haven’t met, I appreciate this opportunity to explain why I am running and where I stand on the issues. When people ask me why they should vote for me, my answer is simple: I have the qualities that will make a real difference for Greenwich in Hartford:
* I have the right experience. My legal training, professional background, public service and board participation have prepared me to be an effective representative. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, Jill Oberlander
Senators Blumenthal and Murphy Stop in Old Greenwich to Support Oberlander
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En route back to Connecticut from a press conference that followed the release of the NTSB report on probable causes of multiple MTA accidents, US Senators Blumenthal and Murphy stopped in Old Greenwich to help Jill Oberlander in her campaign for State Rep, District 150. Continue Reading →