Walczak Reelected Chair Of IPN

By CURT CLARK

Published: Feb 12, 2010 12:00 am

Walczak Reelected

Chair Of IPN

The Independent Party of Newtown (IPN) has announced the that it has selected its officers for 2010, reelecting Bruce Walczak as party chairman.

The partyâs vice chairman is Po Murray; secretary, Karen Pierce; treasurer, Gianine Crowell; deputy treasurer, Anne Spillane. Donna Monteleone Randle is chair of the partyâs nominating committee.

The IPN consists of two types of members. Town committee members are registered as Independent; supporting members can continue to retain their national political affiliation (Democratic or Republican) or remain unaffiliated. Both town committee members and supporting members may be endorsed by the IPN for appointed office or run for elected office under the Independent Party Newtown.

Bruce Walczak, IPN chairman, commented that â2010 will bring continued changes to Newtown as our newly elected and appointed officials implement positions and plans made during the 2009 campaign.

âThe IPN will continue to support efforts to increase transparency, checks and balances, and accountability,â Mr Walczak said, adding that the âcomplete review of Fairfield Hills Master Plan and ordinance, efficient management of municipal and educational expenses and capital improvement funds, the engagement of the community on a long-term strategic plan, enhanced communications with the residents and protecting Newtownâs quality of life will be areas the IPN will focus on during the next two years.â

Po Murray, IPN vice chairman, stated, âIt has been a huge accomplishment to have ten IPN members elected to office in just two years. I have been encouraged by additional IPN members being appointed to various town boards and commissions by the Board of Selectmen. I hope to see more citizens of Newtown come forward to serve, to actively participate in town government. We can build greater consensus to benefit Newtown with variety of representation on town boards and commissions.â

If anyone is interested in becoming a member of the IPN, residents should visit www.IPN2009.com and contact any of the IPN officers.

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The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

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The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

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