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Board of Selectmen Meeting November 14, 2024

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  Screenshot (Public Domain) The Greenwich Board of Selectmen held their monthly meeting recently at Town Hall.  Of interest within the minutes:  2. New Business  a. Discussion and vote on Board of Education vacancy First Selectman Camillo said the meeting was being held because the Board of Selectman is statutorily permitted to take action if a vacancy is not filled within 30 days. He noted the Town is now in day 94 or 95 of having a vacancy on the Board of Education and said several members of the Board of Education, both Republicans and Democrats, had come to him over the last few months to ask him if he was going to take action and when he was going to do it. Camillo said he had told everyone from the beginning he would rather the Board of Education members handle it themselves. He said he was hoping until a few days ago that the Board of Education could work it out since several candidates were being considered. Camillo said he was informed a few days ago by Republicans
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The Tradition of Leaving a Letter in the Oval Office Desk for the Incoming President

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  Screenshot (Public Domain) The tradition of the outgoing President leaving a letter in the desk for the incoming President is a long-standing and symbolic gesture in American politics. This tradition dates back to at least President Ronald Reagan, and it has been continued by each successive President. The purpose of this letter is to provide guidance, advice, and well-wishes to the incoming President as they navigate the responsibilities and challenges of leading the country. The letter left by the outgoing President is often a reflection of their own experiences and lessons learned during their time in office. It may contain insights on policy decisions, relationships with Congress and other political leaders, and advice on how to handle crises and challenges. The letter is meant to serve as a helpful resource for the incoming President as they transition into their new role. Screenshot, Transition Letter from Bill Clinton to George W. Bush T raditionally, there is the confiden
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Wold: More Questions on Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink

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  Screenshot, (bing.com) Submitted by David C. Wold, Greenwich Resident and Veteran We all know most people do not want to be on ‘blacklist’ of wasting town hall money and time by asking for FOIA related to proposals from Town Hall for millions of dollars. There is something about the fact that First Selectman Fred Camillo makes a list of citizens who do request information this way, but avoid a list of employees, mostly living outside of Greenwich and do not get the town information and not responding to simple questions on ‘is this spending in compliance with Town Charter and State statues’ – so most of us just try to avoid that by not getting engaged in Town Hall matters. For the fact that we do not have better checks and balance before things have been worked on by our ‘trusted’ employees in Town hall for years like the Skating rink project, in which we find, after 50 years, of one property being parkland and one being skating, is hard to believe. Representatives that I have sp
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Thank You Veterans For Your Service

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  Screenshot (military.id.me) Veterans Day is a significant holiday in the United States that honors and recognizes the contributions and sacrifices made by individuals who have served in the military. Observed annually on November 11th, Veterans Day commemorates the end of World War I and pays tribute to all veterans, living and deceased, who have served in the armed forces. The origins of Veterans Day can be traced back to November 11, 1919, when President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first Armistice Day to honor the end of World War I. In 1954, the holiday was officially renamed Veterans Day to honor all American veterans, not just those who served in World War I. Since then, Veterans Day has been a day to express gratitude and appreciation for the sacrifices made by those who have served in the armed forces. Veterans Day is a time to reflect on the bravery and dedication of our nation's servicemen and women. It is a day to remember the hardships they have endured and the c
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Trump Campaign Statements

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  Screenshot (donaldjtrump.com) “President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris spoke by phone earlier today where she congratulated him on his historic victory. President Trump acknowledged Vice President Harris on her strength, professionalism, and tenacity throughout the campaign, and both leaders agreed on the importance of unifying the country.” - Steven Cheung, Trump Campaign Communications Director. “President Joe Biden called President Donald J. Trump to congratulate him on his victory and extended an invitation to the White House to ensure a smooth transition between the current Administration and the incoming Administration. President Trump looks forward to the meeting, which will take place shortly, and very much appreciated the call.” – Steven Cheung, Trump Campaign Communications Director.
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Dr. Micheal Goldstein Press Release on November 5th Election Results

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  Screenshot (GoldsteinForCongress.com) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, November 6, 2024 Republican Congressional Challenger, Doctor Michael Goldstein Issues Statement on the Results of Yesterday’s Election GREENWICH, CT Dr. Michael Goldstein M.D., J.D., Candidate for Congress for Connecticut’s 4 th  Congressional District has issued the following statement on the results of yesterday's election: An election is about “We the People” making their voices heard at the ballot box. While we are disappointed at the results, we are not disappointed by our efforts and the journey that we took over the past year. Why? Because elections are a two-part process. The first part is to listen to the concerns of a voter and to find out what keeps them up at night and what the government can do regarding their issues. The second part is about engaging the voters and trying to inform them about the choices they make, and how they will impact their futures and future of the next generation. We liste
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With a Clear Mandate From Millions of Americans, President Trump Elected as 47th President of the United States!

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  Screenshot (KTLA 5) I f you were like many Americans yesterday you went out and voted, then kept your eyes on the TV or your device to get the minute-by-minute score on the Trump Vs Kamala scoreboard of states. Like many of you, we debated which every possible path to 270 electoral votes that President Trump has to the ones that Kamala Harris did not. We watched in excitement and nervousness as some states were shaded light red or were too close to call at the time. One thing we knew for sure; we had faith that Trump would make it across the finish line because Trump has a message that resonates with all of us. Millions of Americans likely stayed up into the wee hours of the night as if watching a movie, you just can’t take your eyes off. The type where you’re waiting for the acme, biting your nails with every passing minute, hoping all those voting stations would close already and call the election for Trump. As with most things, our patience eventually paid off as we watched one st
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