APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to appoint Mr. Philopena (D) 80 Avery Hill Road, Ledyard, to the Board of Assessment Appeals to complete a four (4) year term ending December 5, 2027 to fill a vacancy left by Ms. Lineweaver.
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Background:
Mr. Philopena is an Associate Attorney at Law Firm Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C. in New London. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Connecticut and graduated with my Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law in 2020. (please see attached Application and Resume)
Mr. Philopena community involvement includes Pro Bono Programs, such as Tax Return Filing; Assistance and Estate Planning for Veterans. In addition, he has also supported a number of local non-profit organizations by attending fundraising events or providing counsel.
Mr. Philopena is interested in serving on the Board of Assessment Appeals because he felt it was important to take part in his community; and he believed that as an Attorney his knowledge and experience may be of use to the town.
Administrative Notes:
The Planning & Zoning Commission has one Alternate Member Vacancy. (Please see attached Roster)
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
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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.
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