APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to discuss the appointment of Mr. Edwin Murray to the Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission as made at the Town Council’s October 14, 2026 meeting.
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Background:
Mr. Murray had the responsibility for the development of approximately 200 restaurants. He created a sales building program that included physical plant changes that were key to success. President of start up restaurant concept. He also held the position of Corporate Ombudsman reporting to the CEO. Mediated cases regarding franchisee - corporate relationship and employee - management issues.
Mr. Murray believed that it is important to be an active and productive member of the community. He also believes it is the design and responsibility of governing organizations to take care of all residents first. (Please see attached Application)
Administrative Notes:
The Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission currently had the following vacancies:
1Regular Member
1 Alternate Member
(see attached roster)
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
8/11/2026 RTC recommended Mr. Murry for Appointment
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 subsequently created under this Charter, except members of the Building Code Board of Appeals...
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