APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to appoint Mr. Steven Finegan (R) 131 Baldwin Hill Road, Gales Ferry, to the Library Commission to complete a two (2) year term ending November 7, 2026 filling a vacancy left by Ms. Nash.
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Background:
Mr. Finegan is currently employed at Pfizer as an Inspection Readiness Lead. He has a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and a Masters in Biology-MBA.
Mr. Finegan has been a member of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary in Ne London since 2003. He has held various Flotilla Saff Officer positions and was currently serving as the Flotilla Commander for the New London Flotilla with his term ending at the end of this calendar year (2024) promoting boating safety to the general public through organizing and teaching boating safety courses, manning public awareness booths at boat shows, and interfacing with boaters at marinas and boat ramps regarding safety equipment required by law to operate a vessel in CT waters.
Mr. Finegan is a proponent of public libraires and would like to give back to the town by serving on the Library Commission. (see attached).
Administrative Notes:
Ms. Rebecca Nash has submitted her resignation from the Library Commission effective 11/7/2024 (see attached)
With Ms. Nash's resignation the Library Commission has one vacancy. (see attached roster).
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
9/11/2024 - The Republican Nominating Committee endorsed the appointment of Ms. Thorne to the Library Commission. (see attached).
Minority Representation - CGS 9-167a:
In accordance with Chapter IV; Section 8 of the Town Charter "Except as otherwise provided for in this Charter, the Town Council may appoint members to fill vacancies in other offices, boards, and commissions established by this Charter and by ordinance as vacancies may occur, and appointing members to such offices, boards, and commissions as may be created in the future. Such appointments shall be made by the Town Council for suc...
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