Commissioners Wanted

First Selectman Pat Llodra has put out a call for volunteers for a number of local boards and commissions. Currently, the Conservation Commission has a vacant position for an unaffiliated voter. 

Interested persons can submit a letter of interest and a resume to the office of the first selectman by February 17

The Commission on Aging has two alternate positions open to all voters.  The Commission on Aging study the needs of elderly and aging persons in Newtown, coordinate programs for the elderly and aging in Newtown, make applications for grants to state and federal governmental agencies, prepare written opinions on the merits of programs for which grants are proposed and act as agent for other federal, state or town boards, commissions, or agencies or local private groups to carry out programs for the elderly and aging in Newtown as from time to time are specifically authorized by such boards, commissions and agencies, and groups.

The Hattertown Historic District, Design Advisory Board, Sustainable Energy and Lake Lillinonah Authority all have had long-term openings; any interested parties may contact the first selectman’s office at 203-270-4201.