Democratic Town Committee of Avon Caucus – January 11th
ANNOUNCEMENT
TOWN DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS: JANUARY 11TH AT 7:30 IN TOWN HALL
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: THE HONORABLE NANCY WYMAN, LT. GOVERNOR
PURPOSE: THE ELECTION OF TOWN COMMITTEE MEMBERS
As we move forward, we are looking to broaden the Town Committee and raise the profile of Democrats in our community. Bring a friend or more to our first meeting of the New Year! Registered Democrats will have the opportunity to vote and serve on the Town Committee.
We will conduct other business following the Caucus, including consideration of a motion to endorse Congressman Chris Murphy for the U.S. Senate. There will also be announcements regarding open positions on Town Commissions/Boards and discussion regarding the election of officers for the Town Committee.
Refreshments will be served.
If you have any questions, please contact Daryl Worobow at 860-716-5730.
Daryl Worobow as the Interim Chair for the Town Committee
The Democratic Town Committee of Avon appointed Daryl Worobow as the Interim Chair, at their December meeting. He is replacing Elaine Primeau, former Vice Chair, who has been serving as Interim Chair for the Town Committee for the past few months.
“This is an exciting time for the Avon Democratic Party as we see renewed interest among local Democrats to bring change to Avon,” said newly appointed Interim Chair Daryl Worobow. “2012 marks a new beginning for the Avon Democratic Party. Our main objectives for the year are to engage the community and increase participation of local Democrats in upcoming events and elections.”
Two upcoming events which all registered Democrats in Avon are encouraged to attend include:
- January 11th – A caucus to elect members of the Town Committee, which will be attended by Lt. Governor, Nancy Wyman
- During the first week of February – A meeting will be held to elect new officers of the Town Committee. As soon as that date is confirmed it will be announced.
Daryl currently works in the insurance industry. He has served on the Democratic Town Committee for the past three years, most recently serving as the Committee’s Secretary. Daryl’s interest in politics began almost forty years ago, working in local elections and later serving as an aide on Capitol Hill for a member of Congress, Lester Wolff. He has been an active supporter of Congressman Chris Murphy for the past six years, and has helped the Town Committee during the past two municipal elections.
Daryl and his wife, Karen, have lived in Avon for the past eleven years and have been residents of the Farmington Valley for almost thirty years. Karen Worobow is a businesswoman in Town. Both their sons graduated from Avon High School and Daryl has also served as a substitute teacher in the Avon Public Schools.
Full press release available here.
2011 Candidate Information
Please download our 2011 Candidate Information sheets.
Board of Education Candidates (PDF)
Board of Finance Candidates (PDF)
Town Council Candidates (PDF)
Notice of Caucus
NOTICE OF DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
To enrolled members of the Democratic Party of the Town of Avon, Connecticut
Pursuant to the Rules of the Democratic Party and State election laws, you are
hereby notified that a caucus will be held on:
July 20, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at 11 Buttonwood Hill Road, Avon
To endorse candidates for Municipal Office and to transact other business as may be proper to come before said caucus.
Dated at Avon, Connecticut, on this 25th day of June, 2011
Democratic Town Committee of Avon, CT
Brian Preleski
Chairperson
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DTCA Meeting June 7
The Democratic Town Committee of Avon will meet on June 7, 2011 at 7:30 at the Avon Middle School. The Agenda is as follows:
1. Approval of minutes of last Town Committee meeting.
2. Reports of elected officials:
a. Town Council
b. Board of Education
c. Board of Finance
3. Updates on efforts directed at the upcoming 2011 municipal elections.
4. Any other business
DTCA Meeting May 3
The Democratic Town Committee of Avon will meet on May 3, 2011 at 7:30 at the Avon Middle School. The Agenda is as follows:
1. Approval of minutes of last Town Committee meeting.
2. Reports of elected officials:
a. Town Council
b. Board of Education
c. Board of Finance
3. Elizabeth Esty, candidate for the 5th Congressional District nomination will speak
4. Updates on efforts directed at the upcoming 2011 municipal elections.
5. Any other business
State Rep. Brian Becker Speaks in Avon
On Tuesday evening, State Rep. Brian Becker addressed constituents in Avon at the Avon Middle School. Rep. Becker talked about his first ninety days in the General Assembly and the challenges confronting Connecticut as we move forward.
Rep. Becker engaged a variety of topics, from issues surrounding Connecticut’s budget to job growth and enabling more municipal cost savings. He also responded to every constituent question asked concerning topics like the reapportionment process, ECS grants and green energy.
Rep. Becker is available to respond to your questions or concerns at brian.becker@cga.ct.gov
Congratulations Jonathan Harris
From the West Hartford Patch… westhartford.patch.com
State Treasurer Denise Nappier announced today that she has chosen former state Sen. Jonathan Harris as deputy treasurer.
Harris, of West Hartford, represented West Hartford, Farmington, Bloomfield and Burlington during his term in the state senate. Before that he served on the West Hartford Town Council and as mayor of West Hartford.
He is also a private practice attorney with a B.A. in Politics & Russian Studies from Brandeis University and a J.D. from New York University School of Law.
In a statement Nappier said, “The sum of Jonathan’s experiences gives him a rich perspective that will enhance the communications, policy and strategic development work of the Treasury.”
“I look forward to the opportunity to work with Treasurer Nappier in promoting the financial health of our state and drawing from my experience, working in collaboration with others, to chart a more disciplined fiscal course that serves the best interest of all the citizens and taxpayers of Connecticut,” Harris said.