Sophie Koven

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New RTM Flexes Its Muscle: Gets New Noise Ordinance in Place, Including Summer Ban on Gas Leaf Blowers

“At last, instead of listening to ear piercing noise and inhaling toxic fumes, for a few months out of the year residents can enjoy some fresh air and the sounds of nature in their own backyards.” – Elizabeth Dempsey Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Democrats Nominate Slate of Candidates for 2023 Municipal Elections

Running on a platform focused on protecting property values, supporting Greenwich schools and competent, compassionate governance with all residents in mind, Greenwich Democrats pledged to usher in an era of visionary, forward-looking leadership. Continue Reading →

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Is Election Silly Season Creating a Stalemate on Superintendent Contract Renewal?

The BOE voted 4-4 down party lines on a one-year contract extension, Republicans voting yes for one year and Democrats voting no, preferring a 2-year extension. The motion failed to pass. On a motion to extend the contract for two years, there was another tie vote down party lines. That motion also failed to pass. BOE chair Joe Kelly announced he would not be seeking another term in the November election and that was more reason for the superintendent’s contract extension to be one year, not two. Continue Reading →

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