October 4, 2009

Campaign Kick-off Dinner Re-cap

More than 100 people attended the Easton Republican Town Committee’s campaign kickoff dinner on Saturday, September 26, at “707 on Main” in Monroe. Among the dignitaries present were State Representative John Stripp, Judge of Probate John Chiota, Superintendant of Schools Dr. Alan Fossbender, and former U.S. Congressman Rob Simmons who is the leading Republican candidate for the United States Senate in 2010. During his brief remarks, Simmons congratulated the Easton Republican Party for its successful and prudent management of the town for many years and cited the town’s recent AAA bond rating from Standard & Poor’s at a time when most towns are experiencing fiscal difficulties.

First Selectman Tom Herrmann and Selectman, Scott Centrella with State Representative John Stripp

Easton Republican Town Committee Chairman, Hugh Barry, heralded the accomplishments of the Republican candidates for election in November by saying “First Selectman Tom Herrmann and Selectman, Scott Centrella, have been ‘proven leaders’ for Easton, accomplishing much in their first term together but they need to be re-elected to confront the economic and social challenges which lie ahead”.

Board of Finance Candidate Mark Pompa and Superintendant of Schools Dr. Alan Fossbender

After dinner, Judy Shapiro Greenberg, PhD and Mitch Greenberg, DVM, were honored as the recipients of the Distinguished Republican Award for 2009. First Selectman Tom Herrmann presented a declaration stating that September 26, 2009 is Judy and Mitch Greenberg Day in Easton and State Representative Stripp presented the Greenberg’s with a citation from the State of Connection General Assembly. Dr. Fossbender delivered an eloquent tribute to Judy Shapiro for her years of dedicated service to the Region 9 Board of Education, and particularly for her outstanding leadership as Chair during challenging times. His praise was echoed by Cathy Gombos, a member of the Region 9 Board who served with Judy. First Selectman Herrmann paid tribute to Dr. Greenberg for his many years of service to Easton and the Exchange Club, and for the excellent and sensitive care he has provided to hundreds of animals in his veterinary practice over 30 years.

Judy Shapiro Greenberg, PhD and Mitch Greenberg, DVM, are honored as the recipients of the Distinguished Republican Award for 2009

The evening concluded with a spirited auction championed by co-auctioneers John Stripp and Tom Herrmann.

Former Congressman John Simmons, candidate for Senate in 2010, and Will Gregory

John Simmons, candidate for Senate in 2010, and Alice Meyer

John Simmons, candidate for Senate in 2010, and First Selectman Tom Herrmann

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