Griswold 2023 Municipal Election: Candidates Endorsed by Griswold Democrats First Selectman: Tina Falck Tina, a Griswold resident for 36 years, brings 17 years of experience as Senior Center Director and Social Services, serving on the Town Health and Safety Committee and Griswold Housing Authority. As First Selectman, she commits to full-time dedication, using her expertise for town operations and policies. Her goals include fostering strong community ties, supporting the school system, and attracting commercial ventures. Tina vows prompt, courteous communication with businesses, developers, staff, and residents, actively pursuing grants and econom- ic growth. She prioritizes harmonious collaboration with boards, commissions, staff, and residents, ensuring transparency and unity for a prosperous Griswold. Selectman: Richard Grabowski Settlers Richard, a Griswold native and US Air Force Veteran, boasts 37 years of experience in various elected positions, such as the Recreation Commission, Board of Finance, GHS School Building Committee, and Town Tax Collector. He also chaired the Griswold Housing Authority and served as Selectman for two years. If elected, his commitments include prioritizing commercial develop- was ment on Rt 164, fostering collaboration among town boards and commissions, exploring alternative town trest government structures, and continuing his dedicated service to advance Griswold. part of chaug ement on 1711 rating Unca Board of Education: Todd Babbitt Todd, Griswold Public Works Director and a lifelong resident, brings 31 years of town service and 6 years on the Board of Selectmen (4 as First Selectman). His passion for community service is evident through his work history and commitment to Griswold Public Schools. Todd prom- ises to leverage his strong relationship with the Superin- tendent of Schools, fostering high student achievement, fiscal responsibility, and a safe school environment if elected to the Board of Education. Board of Finance: Mark DePonte Dr. Mark DePonte, MD, a 22-year Griswold resident and successful Family Medicine Practice owner, values fiscal conservatism but understands strategic investments in the town are necessary. He's committed to listening, collaborating, and prioritizing decisions that benefit the town and residents. Mark, also a philanthropist and board member, pledges fiscal responsibility, keeping the town's best interests at the forefront of his decisions. Treasurer: Linda Cote Linda, a lifelong Griswold resident with educational background in Accounting and Business Administration, has 24 years of experience as QTR's Office Manager, alongside banking roles. As Town Treasurer for 6 years and Borough Treasurer for over 20, she's well-versed in financial management. Linda is also Treasurer for the Griswold Democratic Town Committee and a member of St. Mary's Church Finance Council. She's committed to serving Griswold with honesty and fiscal responsibility, ensuring the integrity of the Treasurer's role, and foster- ing unity within the community. ADDITIONAL GDTC ENDORSED CANDIDATES: Fred Marzec, Board of Assessment Appeals Scott Davis, Board of Finance Gail Rooke-Norman, Board of Finance Martin Osga, Board of Education (4 year term) Jennifer Norman, Board of Education (4 year term) Cortland Kinnie, Planning and Zoning The primary mission of the Griswold Democratic Town Committee is to continue to improve the quality of life for all Griswold residents by working toward the election of exceptional candidates who will work in service to all citizens of the town. What this looks like is a deep commitment to recognizing citizens who embrace a fresh attitude and possess the qualifications to grow Griswold strong with a focus on moving the educational and economic systems into a place of strength for the future. We are committed to continuing to move Griswold forward and welcome all who support that mission. FOLLOW US f@GriswoldDTC Martin McKinney, Planning and Zoning Peter Zvingilas, Planning and Zoning Alternate Mark Grillo, Planning and Zoning Alternate Ted Faulise, Zoning Board of Appeals Joseph Savino, Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate John Michaels, Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate GRISWOLD DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE RESTORING UNITY IN OUR COMMUNITY Paid for by the Griswold Democratic Committee Griswold 2023 Municipal Election : Candidates Endorsed by Griswold Democrats First Selectman : Tina Falck Tina , a Griswold resident for 36 years , brings 17 years of experience as Senior Center Director and Social Services , serving on the Town Health and Safety Committee and Griswold Housing Authority . As First Selectman , she commits to full - time dedication , using her expertise for town operations and policies . Her goals include fostering strong community ties , supporting the school system , and attracting commercial ventures . Tina vows prompt , courteous communication with businesses , developers , staff , and residents , actively pursuing grants and econom ic growth . She prioritizes harmonious collaboration with boards , commissions , staff , and residents , ensuring transparency and unity for a prosperous Griswold . Selectman : Richard Grabowski Settlers Richard , a Griswold native and US Air Force Veteran , boasts 37 years of experience in various elected positions , such as the Recreation Commission , Board of Finance , GHS School Building Committee , and Town Tax Collector . He also chaired the Griswold Housing Authority and served as Selectman for two years . If elected , his commitments include prioritizing commercial develop was ment on Rt 164 , fostering collaboration among town boards and commissions , exploring alternative town trest government structures , and continuing his dedicated service to advance Griswold . part of chaug ement on 1711 rating Unca Board of Education : Todd Babbitt Todd , Griswold Public Works Director and a lifelong resident , brings 31 years of town service and 6 years on the Board of Selectmen ( 4 as First Selectman ) . His passion for community service is evident through his work history and commitment to Griswold Public Schools . Todd prom ises to leverage his strong relationship with the Superin tendent of Schools , fostering high student achievement , fiscal responsibility , and a safe school environment if elected to the Board of Education . Board of Finance : Mark DePonte Dr. Mark DePonte , MD , a 22 - year Griswold resident and successful Family Medicine Practice owner , values fiscal conservatism but understands strategic investments in the town are necessary . He's committed to listening , collaborating , and prioritizing decisions that benefit the town and residents . Mark , also a philanthropist and board member , pledges fiscal responsibility , keeping the town's best interests at the forefront of his decisions . Treasurer : Linda Cote Linda , a lifelong Griswold resident with educational background in Accounting and Business Administration , has 24 years of experience as QTR's Office Manager , alongside banking roles . As Town Treasurer for 6 years and Borough Treasurer for over 20 , she's well - versed in financial management . Linda is also Treasurer for the Griswold Democratic Town Committee and a member of St. Mary's Church Finance Council . She's committed to serving Griswold with honesty and fiscal responsibility , ensuring the integrity of the Treasurer's role , and foster ing unity within the community . ADDITIONAL GDTC ENDORSED CANDIDATES : Fred Marzec , Board of Assessment Appeals Scott Davis , Board of Finance Gail Rooke - Norman , Board of Finance Martin Osga , Board of Education ( 4 year term ) Jennifer Norman , Board of Education ( 4 year term ) Cortland Kinnie , Planning and Zoning The primary mission of the Griswold Democratic Town Committee is to continue to improve the quality of life for all Griswold residents by working toward the election of exceptional candidates who will work in service to all citizens of the town . What this looks like is a deep commitment to recognizing citizens who embrace a fresh attitude and possess the qualifications to grow Griswold strong with a focus on moving the educational and economic systems into a place of strength for the future . We are committed to continuing to move Griswold forward and welcome all who support that mission . FOLLOW US f @ GriswoldDTC Martin McKinney , Planning and Zoning Peter Zvingilas , Planning and Zoning Alternate Mark Grillo , Planning and Zoning Alternate Ted Faulise , Zoning Board of Appeals Joseph Savino , Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate John Michaels , Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate GRISWOLD DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE RESTORING UNITY IN OUR COMMUNITY Paid for by the Griswold Democratic Committee