APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
MOTION to appoint Ms. Marielle Winkelman ( R) 11 Linden Lane, Ledyard, to the Ledyard Beautification Committee to complete a three (3) year term ending October 26, 2026 filling a vacancy left by Ms. Martic.
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Background:
Ms. Winkelman has a BS in Business Administration/Finance and is employed at a local Community Bank.
Ms. Winkelman has been an active serving the Norwich Chamber Volunteer Committee helping with the manufacturing and healthcare expos serval times a year. She also volunteers at local events and non-profits throughout the year through her employer
Ms. Winkelman would like to be involved in her community. (please see attached Appointment Application).
Administrative Notes:
Currently there are two vacancies on the Beautification Committee. (see attached Roster).
The following three (3) Appointment Applications have been submitted to fill the (2) two Vacancies.
* Ms. Julie Harty (R ) 26 Coachman Pike
* Ms. Marielle Winkelman ( R) 11 Linden Lane
* Ms. Phyllis McCormack (I) 31 Tanager Lane
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
2/17/2026: The RTC endorsed Ms. Winkelman's Application to serve on the Ledyard Beautification Committee.
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 provided in the respective ordinance".
Chapter IV, Section 9: "In making appointments and removals, the Town Council shall act by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of all its members.
All members of boards, commissions, and committees contained in this Charter, or su...
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