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Meet And Greet Republicans For Legislative Council

Published: Oct 11, 2017 12:00 am

To the Editor:

The Republican Candidates for District 3 Legislative Council will be hosting a meet and greet on Sunday, October 15, from 11 am to 2 pm, at the home of candidate Rance Thompson, 87 Brushy Hill Road. Making ourselves available to the public and open forms of communication with our district is of the utmost importance. The Republican Candidates invite and welcome all voters to attend. We want to provide everyone with an opportunity to meet our families and answer any and all questions which may be on your minds regarding the governance of our town. Food and refreshments will be provided so please feel free to bring your family and friends. We look forward to a constructive dialogue about how we plan on keeping the momentum of our town moving in a positive direction.

Sincerely,

Dennis J. Kokenos

21 Platts Hill Road, Newtown

Rance Thompson

87 Brushy Hill Road, Newtown

Phil Carroll

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