APPOINTMENT
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to appoint Ms. Stephaine Bacon (D) 6 Patricia Court, Gales Ferry, to the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission as a Regular Member to complete a three (3) term June 28, 2026 to fill a vacancy left by Ms. Sokolski.
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Background:
Ms. Bacon has a BA in Psychology and an MS in Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in children and families.
Ms. Bacon is currently an active member in the community serving as the Secretary and Division Coordinator for Ledyard Soccer Club and that she was involved with the Gales Ferry School/Juliet W. Long PTO.
Ms. Bacon would like to take a more active role in the community and make a difference for residents in town. (see attached Application & Resume')
Ms. Sokolski resigned from the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission. (see attached letter dated 10/23/2024.)
Administrative Notes:
Currently the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission has one vacancy available.
Nominating Committee Recommendation:
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, the Fire Marshal, and the Deputy Fire Marshal(s), shall be electors of the Town ...
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