Our Platform
Proud of our Past, Focused on our Future
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Glastonbury Democrats support a town where individuals, families and businesses feel welcome and can thrive.
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We are grounded in our values of justice, integrity, freedom, and compassion.
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Glastonbury Democrats are fully committed to responsible, thoughtful, and respectful governance of our town.
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We will never lose sight of the fact that Glastonbury residents are our neighbors, our friends, and our families.
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We believe that honest, transparent government promotes a free, prosperous society.
We are proud of the many accomplishments that contribute to our strong, healthy, and resilient community.
DEMOCRATS DELIVER FOR OUR TOWN
Town Council:
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Responsible management of your tax dollars
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Preserve Glastonbury’s open space, wetlands, farms and honor our rich history
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Strategic land acquisition and partnership to provide much-needed affordable housing
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Continue to be a leader in energy efficiency and sustainability
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Thoughtfully prohibited cannabis establishments in town
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Initiated adoption of inclusionary zoning regulations
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Hired a new Town Manager
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Passed the Right to Farm ordinance
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Small business assistance
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Promote responsible waste management
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Committed to equitable solutions that will help curb the effects of climate change and promote sustainability and resilience
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Managing Capital Improvement Projects budget with minimal increases while thoughtfully caring for our infrastructure needs
Board of Education:
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Nationally recognized schools
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Opened STEAM lab at GHS and expanded STEAM and coding opportunities K-12
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Provided support for emotional, social and physical well being of students and staff
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Remain committed to an educational program in which all students have an equal opportunity for success, feel they belong , are valued and understood, are recognized for their unique strengths and challenges, and can see themselves reflected in our nation's history.
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Infrastructure improvements including renovating the second floor at Naubuc school, opening the Field House at GHS and approving the weight and training facility to benefit all students
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Expanded the LINKS program and the Early Learning Center at Eastbury
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Worked collaboratively to adopt responsible annual budgets and the Five Year Facilities Plan
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Researched and added new class and educational opportunities at GHS to meet the workforce needs of our community and our state