APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to appoint Mr. Ethan Foltz (D) 894 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard, to the Ledyard Farmers' Market Committee to complete a three (3) year term ending May 9, 2027; filling a vacancy left by Ms. Brunelle.
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Background:
Mr. Foltz has expressed an interest in assisting the community with supporting the Ledyard Farmer's Market. He believes the Farmers' Market was an important event to maintain because it provides the general enrichment of the citizens, and promotes small local farmers and businesses.
Mr. Foltz is a 2017 Ledyard High School Graduate, and attended Three Rivers Community College; and later graduated from the Norwich American Professional Education Services for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in May, 2023. He is currently working through the steps to register with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
Mr. Foltz has been involved in the community in the past working Jim Sorensen to help move the Food Pantry from the Lower Level of the Town Hall to the Congregational Church which was later moved to its current location in the Red Barn, now known as the Linda C. Davis Food Pantry. (Please see attached Appointment Application)
Administrative Notes:
The Farmers' Market Committee currently has nine Regular Members with four vacancies. (Please see attached Roster)
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
DTC Nominating Committee approved on 12/17/23. SNR (see attached email)
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 such terms and upon such conditions as pro...
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