Election 2009

Town of Avon Releases Details on Upcoming Special Election for Town Council

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

The Town of Avon released additional details via e-mail today regarding the upcoming special election to fill the last remaining Town Council seat. Note that absentee ballot will be accepted for this election and those needing such ballots are urged to contactthe Town Clerk’s office at the number listed below immediately, given the short time [...]

Town Council Race TIED After Recount; Special Election Set for November 24th

Monday, November 9th, 2009

After a recount today, the Avon Town Council race between David Pena (D) and William Hooper (R) for the last Council seat ended in a tie! As unlikely as that outcome would seem (though we did warn you on this site last week that your vote really CAN make a difference), what this means is [...]

Final results tallied in Avon; Recount on Town Council Set for Monday

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

The Registrars’ Office finished tallying the final results.  There were minor changes based on several write-in votes that were cast.
But all this means in the Town Council race is that Democrat David Pena got a little (and we mean a LITTLE) more breathing room for the final and remaining spot. The previously reported 3-vote lead [...]

Candidate Forum on Wednesday Night – Decide For Yourself

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

So, when you choose your doctor, is the first question you ask: “How long have you lived in Avon?”
Presumably the answer is “no”.  The same should hold true in elections. And time and again, there is ONE party that puts that as their primary qualification for the election on each and every candidate profile.
But where [...]

Courant Reports on Resurgence of Democratic Party of Avon

Monday, October 12th, 2009

In today’s Hartford Courant, there’s a lengthy article about the Democratic Party in Avon and its goal of getting majorities on various town boards for the first time in a generation.
It’s a great time to be a Democrat in the Farmington Valley,” said Christopher Gaffney, the chairman of the Avon Democratic Town Committee. “Think about [...]

Avon Democrats Pack 99 Restaurant In Support of Candidates

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

On Sunday, dozens of Avon Democrats and others packed the 99 Restaurant in Avon to prepare for the final 30 days of the municipal campaign and support the Democratic candidate for office.
A who’s who of state dignitaries also stopped by, including Attorney General Richard Blumenthal, Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz, State Comptroller Nancy Wyman, [...]

Visit the Avon Democrats Booth at Avon Day (and Other Great Upcoming Events)

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

Fall means a lot of things to a lot of people, but here in town, Avon Day brings a special significance. It’s a time to see your friends and neighbors, learn about community organizations, and grab a bite from some of our favorite local restaurants.
This year is no exception. Avon Day is set for [...]

Town-wide Meeting for All Democrats (and Supporters) Set for Sept. 29th

Monday, September 14th, 2009

The date, place and time are all set.
All we’re missing is YOU.
It’s the First Annual AllDems Meeting! And consider this your formal invitation if you haven’t received one yet.
First, the details: Tuesday, September 29th, 7:00 p.m., Avon Senior Center (635 West Avon Rd).
This meeting was instituted by the Avon Democratic Town Committee to create an [...]

Looking for Information on 2009 Elections?

Monday, September 14th, 2009

Are you looking for information about the 2009 elections? Well, there are two places to start. First, click on the “2009 Elections” button at the top of the page.
Second, and perhaps more directly, all of the information about the Democrat candidates for office is over at the Avon First slate website at avonfirst.org.
What is Avon [...]