As of today, there may be only competitive races in 4 of the 9 Representative Town Meeting districts.
Here’s the breakdown. (NOTE: Each district elects 4 members. The RTM is non-partisan.)
District 1: Incumbents: Andrew Bloom, Matthew Mandell, Kristin Mott Purcell, Chris Tait. Petitioning: Gail Coykendall.
District 2: Incumbents: Jay Keenan, Melissa Levy, Louis Mall, Mike Perry. Petitions not yet returned: Harris Falk, Jenna Petok.
District 3: Incumbents: Ross Burkhardt, Jimmy Izzo, Pamela Troy-Kopack. Incumbent not running: Don O’Day.
District 4: Incumbents: Andrew Colabella, Clarence Hayes, Jeff Wieser. Petitions not yet returned: Victoria Wylie, Charles Lucas, Cara Zimon. Incumbent not running: Noah Hammond.
District 5: Incumbents: Peter Gold, Karen Kramer, Dick Lowenstein, Claudia Shaum.
District 6: Incumbents: Candace Banks, Seth Braunstein, Alma Sarelli. Incumbent not running: David Rosenwaks.
District 7: Incumbents Brandi Briggs, Jack Klinge, Ellen Lautenberg. Petition not yet returned: Joseph Carson. Incumbent not running: Lauren Karpf.
District 8: Incumbents: Wendy Goldwyn Batteau, Rachel Steel Cohn. Incumbents not running: Ari Benmosche, Julie Whamond.
District 9: Incumbents: Jennifer Johnson, Nancy Kail, Sal Liccione, Kristin Schneeman. Petition not yet returned: Addison Moore.
To qualify for the November 4 ballot, candidates must collecct at least 25 signatures from registered voters in their district. Completed petitions must be returned to the town clerk by September 9.
For more information about the petition process or other election questions, contact Town Clerk Jeffrey Dunkerton: 203-341-1105; jdunkerton@westportct.gov.
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Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, August 12) for this year’s Westport Library “Booked for the Evening” fundraiser, with Sara Jessica Parker.
The Emmy Award-winning actor, producer, publisher and businesswoman will be honored September 10.
General admission tickets are $375 each. There is a limit of 2 per transaction. Click here for the ticket link, and more information.
Sarah Jessica Parker (Photo/Jem Mitchell)
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Laura Kaufman appreciates Saturday’s “06880” story on her coworking business, Office Evolution.
And — because she wants readers to check out the space, and meet “rock star” office manager Lindy Steinorth — she invites people to email Lindy (westportct@officeevolution.com), or call her (203-635-8770).
Just mention “06880,” for a free trial. PS: Tell Lindy she rocks!
Office Evolution manager Lindy Steinorth (left) and Westport owner Laura Kaufman.
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Calling all pickleball players. And fans of Tom Lowrie. And everyone else who wants to celebrate.
On August 23 (3 to 5:30 p.m.), the pickleball courts at Compo Beach will be dedicated in honor of Lowrie.
The 97-year-old is “the father of Westport pickleball” (and much more).
Theree will be an exhibition with professional, nationally ranked players (and prizes). And the Y’s Men’s Hoot Owls will provide musical entertainment.
Bring your own beach chair and refreshments. Watch the pros. Honor Tom. And then play afterward, on the Tom Lowrie Courts.
(Poster created by Andrew Colabella)
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Speaking of the beach: Our past 2 Roundups have featured very cool photos of the full sturgeon moon, as seen from Compo Beach.
Today, there’s an equally intriguing one — without the moon.
This was a group of teenagers, gathered by the cannons last night.
(Photo/Laurie Nelson Austin)
Who says kids never look up from their phones?
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When couples book a wedding at The Inn at Longshore — one of the most gorgeous outdoor venues in the state — they pray (for months) for good weather.
Alex and Stanley had great weather yesterday.
Today — at least, judging by this photo — they headed off, in a very traditional way.
And with another day of spectacular sunshine.
(Photo/John Richers)
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Attention, all New York Yankee — and dog — fans!
Aaron Judge, and furry Gus and Penny, are teaming up with Westport Animal Shelter Advocates and Earth Animal, to help homeless dogs in around Connecticut.
Each “Judge” dog toy is $29.99. All proceeds to go to WASA.
This year alone, the non-profit has covered almost $11,000 worth of emergency care for animals abandoned in Westport. Additional funds have been spent elsewhere in the state.
Gus and Penny, with Aaron Judge toys.
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The Wood Brothers brought their progressive Americana sound to the Levitt Pavilion last night, as the 51st season of great outdoor entertainment continued.
The Wood Brothers. (Photo/Susan Garment)
This week’s shows are all free:
- Tuesday, August 12: Suzanne Sheridan & Friends, “Mostly Ronstadt” (7 p.m.).
- Wednesday, August 13: Miss Tutti & the Fruity Band, Children’s Series (7 p.m.).
- Thursday, August 14: Reprise, Phish tribute band (6:30 p.m.).
- Friday, August 15: Karina Rykman, jam rock/indie pop (7:30 p.m.).
Click here for more information, and free tickets.
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The public is invited to a swearing-in ceremony (August 22, 3 p.m., Fire Department headquarters) for 5 new firefighters.
Help us welcome Drew Haig, Joseph McKay, Stephen Marsan, William O’Rourke and Patricia Quinn to Westport!
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The trees are all gone. Construction has begun.
And every day, the sand pile at the new state Department of Transportation facility behind Walgreens grows.
This is the lastest view, taken just off Hillandale Road. Without foliage, everyone can “enjoy” it.
(Photo/Bob Weingarten)
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Former Westport teacher Lois Green died peacefully at her North Carolina home on May 18. She was 95.
The Adelphi University (BA) and Fairfield University (MA) graduate and her family were longtime residents of Westport, apart from a stay in Sydney, Australia between 1970 and 1977.
Lois taught special education and reading in the Westport Public Schools, ranging from kindergarten to high school.
She served as a Westport Education Association representative, and volunteered with the League of Women Voters.
After retirement she continued her advocacy as a court appointed guardian ad litem, representing foster children with special education needs in the courts and school systems. Lois supported many human rights, social justice and environmental causes.
Lois had a passion for learning as well as teaching. She was an inaugural member of a philosophy class at the University of North Carolina that brought college-age students and older community members together to share perspectives. She attended classes until a few weeks before her final illness.
She and her late husband Paul were world travelers, by car, ship, foot and plane.
Lois is survived by her children Julie Altschuler (Scott), Mark (Michele Karel), and Jonathan (Christiane Auston); grandchildren Rena Behar (David Gabriel), David Behar, Michael Green (Andrea Hinojosa Nieto), Lizzie Green, Sarah Green and Owen Auston-Babcock, nephews, and her lifelong dearest friend, Arlene Wang.
Lois Green
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In these lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer, there’s nothing more soothing than today’s Saugatuck River “Westport … Naturally” scene.
(Photo/Loretta Hallock)
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And finally … in honor of the Aaron Judge dog toy promotion (story above):
(We won’t judge you if you don’t support “06880.” But on the other hand: If you’re reading this, and enjoying us, and learning about our town, why don’t you? Please click here — and thank you!)
Dan,is there a website for the Aaron judge “toys”?
Sad that Kevin Rizzo isn’t featured alongside Gus and Penny Judge. It helps to have an owner that can hit over .228.
I always liked Kevin.
If there’s a memorial service for Lois Green, I’d like to know