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Over the past month, I’ve had the opportunity to complete my first two Board of Education meetings, participate in an extensive FOIA training, and attend the full-day CABE New Member Orientation in East Hartford. It has been a whirlwind of information, learning, and discovery—but in the very best way. I’m excited to take everything I’m learning and begin aligning it with the materials we receive at each board meeting and committee meeting. There is a lot to absorb, but I feel

The Board of Education met this week to review the district’s financial position, approve the 2026–27 school calendar, discuss enrollment projections, and explore ways to strengthen educational programs while managing rising costs. Below is a summary of the key takeaways for the community. Financial Overview: Budget Pressures Continue The board approved $772,670.38  in expenditures through December 5, covering payroll, tuition, transportation, and software services. Major pay

The Pomfret Board of Education covered a wide range of important topics at its recent meeting—from leadership changes and contract approvals to budget challenges and long-term facility planning. Here’s a clear rundown of the major decisions and discussions that impact our town. Board Leadership & Governance The board unanimously elected its new officers for the upcoming term: Chair:  Leigh Grossman Vice Chair:  Brent Tuttle Secretary:  Peter Lussa These appointments ensure st

The November 17th Board of Selectmen meeting covered a wide range of important issues—from transparency and trail development to ARPA spending and communication concerns within the community. While the agenda moved quickly and touched on many topics of public interest, residents were left puzzled the next day when meeting minutes were posted almost immediately—especially considering the previous meeting’s minutes took more than two weeks  to appear, and only did so after an a

This morning I attended my first Pomfret Board of Selectmen meeting at the Community Center. The Board of Selectmen, also known as the BOS, meet every first Monday at 6:30 p.m. and every third Monday of the month at 8:00 a.m. I felt it was essential to attend this meeting to read and hand-deliver a letter I had sent to the BOS over the weekend, addressing a letter submitted to our Board of Education in reference to a blog I wrote before taking office. You can read that blog

This year’s Board of Education election in Pomfret looked very different from recent years. We had more candidates on the ballot , higher voter turnout , and, for the first time in a while, voters were able to select four candidates from a field of five . When the structure of a race changes like that, outcomes can shift in ways that percentages alone don’t always explain. But when you take a closer look at the raw vote totals  and the number of candidates involved , one thin

It has come to my attention that some Board of Education members are taking to Facebook in a weak attempt to discredit my campaign, members who have an R next to their name. Members I didn't see as people I politically or professionally aligned with from the start, but I still showed them the respect they didn't earn or give to me. I'd like to set the record straight for the public. Some candidates and elected officials may be registered to one party or another, but to me

When Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), it gave towns across the country a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reinvest in their communities. These funds were meant to help towns recover from the pandemic — to rebuild public spaces, improve access, and make our towns stronger and healthier for everyone. Here in Pomfret, those funds could have been used to address one of our most obvious and overdue needs: a safe, inclusive, and long-lasting playground for ou

Today the Republican Committee shared a sample ballot on social media: Clearly, this struck a nerve. Shortly after, one of the petitioning candidates' husbands took to social media, accusing the Republicans of wrongdoing by leaving out the "vote for two" caption on the Board of Ed line. Instead of reaching out to see if there was a mistake, he chose false accusations and also took cheap shots at our letters in the Pomfret Times, claiming they were written by ChatGPT. Well,

My son Zachary featured with classmates & their 2nd-grade teacher at Brookfield Elementary School during their senior stroll One of the most memorable and meaningful traditions I witnessed while my four older children attended Tantasqua Regional High School in Sturbridge was the Senior Stroll . Each year, graduating seniors were bused to their respective elementary schools—five in total across the district—where they proudly wore their caps and gowns and walked the halls that

Last night, we had a town meeting to vote on having an Ethics Commission in town. Something that MANY surrounding towns already have in place, INCLUDING the town of Putnam, which we just voted to pass an Interlocal Agreement with our Transfer Station. 202 residents showed up, including some in elected office, and voted NO on creating a town ethics commission. Why in the world would anyone be against an ethics commission? Most professions have one, most towns in our stat

The Pomfret Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting, featuring special presentations, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 , at Pomfret Community School. The meeting began at 6:00 PM  in the school cafeteria and covered key updates on fiscal stability, enrollment, special education costs, academic progress, and upcoming community initiatives. Here’s a breakdown of what’s ahead for the 2025–2026 school year. Budget Approved: Stable but Dependent on Grant Funding The Boar

Hello Residents of Pomfret and Putnam! A new initiative is on the horizon that could change how our towns handle waste management. The Towns of Pomfret and Putnam are considering an Interlocal Agreement to jointly use the solid waste transfer station located at 10 Nora Lane, Pomfret. This agreement spans from 2025 to 2035 and aims to enhance waste disposal efficiency for both communities. Key Details of the Agreement: Shared Use and Oversight: Pomfret will retain ownership of

Pomfret residents — a Special Town Meeting has just been announced for Monday, October 27th at 7 PM at Pomfret Community School. Please make sure you’re there — your voice matters. Also, a quick reminder — early voting is officially open, and Election Day is November 4th.  Don’t sit this one out — local elections shape our community more than we realize! In this video, I talk about something that really concerns me — our town leaders publicly posting and encouraging residents

Today's Facebook post, written by our town's First Selectman, who is seeking reelection, is quite concerning. First, I'd love to hear a valid argument for why an Ethics Commission would be a bad thing for our town's government? We've had too many violations with our current 'honors system' regarding financial mismanagement, voter manipulation, disregard for easement agreements, slander, and much more. How could an ethics commission make things any worse? The answer is it

Pomfret’s residents take great pride in our town’s natural beauty — from our quiet roads and rolling hills to our cherished forest lands. That’s why so many of us were thrilled when the Town of Pomfret obtained a Conservation and Public Recreation Easement and Agreement  designed to preserve the Pomfret Forest “forever predominantly in its natural, scenic, forested, and/or open space condition.” This easement isn’t just a promise — it’s a legal obligation . It clearly states

If you’re on the fence this election season about who to vote for on the Board of Education , I urge you to take a step back and really...

At our most recent PTO Open House Night with the Board of Education , one question was asked that deserves a direct, transparent answer:...

For generations, a Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)  has been one of the cornerstones of a thriving school community. At its best, it’s...

If there’s one thing the past few years have taught us, it’s that our community is resilient. We weathered a global pandemic together,...