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The Town Committee begins recruiting candidates for local office in the January prior to the election. This process normally continues right up to the Caucus which is held in July. Candidates should plan on attending at least one WRTC meeting to introduce themselves and to request the endorsement of the Town Committee.The WRTC provides complete election support to its candidates including photography, palm cards, graphic design, printing, mailing services, signage design and production and access to campaign schools. In return we expect our candidates to participate in events and various campaign activities.Municipal elections are held in odd-numbered years for positions on the following Boards and Commissions: Board or Commission Name Length of Term Board of Selectmen Two Year Term Town Clerk Four Year Term Tax Collector Two Year Term Town Treasurer Two Year Term Board of Finance Six Year Term Board of Education Six Year Term Board of Assessment Appeals Six Year Term Zoning Commission Six Year Term Planning Commission Six Year Term Zoning Board of Appeals Six Year Term Library Board Six Year Term

Get Involved

*WRTC Member Tony Cozza leading sign wave*

Here are some of the ways the Westbrook Republican Town Committee can assist you if you’d like to get involved in your community.

Running for Elected Office
Requesting Appointment to Office
Registering to Vote
Exercise Your Right to Vote
Obtain an Absentee Ballot
Support the Republican Town Committee

Running for Elected Office

The Town Committee begins recruiting candidates for local office in the January prior to the election. This process normally continues right up to the Caucus which is held in July. Candidates should plan on attending at least one WRTC meeting to introduce themselves and to request the endorsement of the Town Committee.

Requesting Appointment to Office

All Republicans interested in serving on a Board or Commission must be endorsed by the Westbrook Republican Town Committee. If you would like to serve as an appointed member to one of these boards, please contact usto receive a list of current vacancies. We are also available to answer any questions you may have regarding your potential service, such as…

Board or Commission	Board or Commission
Cable TV Advisory Council	Housing Authority
Central Regional Tourism District	Inland Wetlands and Watercourses
Conservation Commission	Parks and Recreation Board
Economic Development Commission	Police Advisory Board/Traffic Authority
Fair Rent Commission	Retirement / Pension Board
Estuary Transit District	River Valley Council of Governments
Fire Commissioners	Town Center Revitalization
Forest Commission	Visiting Nurses and Public Health
Harbor Management Commission	Water Pollution Control

Registering to Vote

Your participation begins by registering to vote. Whether you are new to Town, registering for the first time, or changing your party preference to Republican we look forward to welcoming you to the GOP.

To register, please click on one of the links above. These can be dropped off at the Registrar of Voters’ Office at the Mulvey Center or mailed to:

Town Clerk
866 Boston Post Road
Westbrook, CT 06498

Exercise Your Right to Vote

Voting is now more convenient than ever before. Most people still choose to cast their ballots on Election Day. In Westbrook all election day voting takes place at the Mulvey Center in the Multi-Purpose Room. Polls are open from 6:00 AM until 8:00 PM. Remember to bring a photo ID even if “everyone in town knows who you are”.

If you need a ride to the polls on Election Day or any other assistance, please contact us and we’ll do whatever we can to assist.

Obtain an Absentee Ballot

If you can’t make it to the Mulvey Center on Election Day, you can still vote by absentee ballot.

Before obtaining an absentee ballot, you must first complete Form ED-3 which is available in English and in Spanish on the Ct.gov website.
Alternatively, Form ED-3 can be obtained in person at the Town Clerk’s Office
Once completed, the form maybe returned to the Town Clerk’s office or mailed to her attention at the following address:
Town Clerk
866 Boston Post Road
Westbrook, CT 06498

Support the Republican Town Committee

The Westbook Republican Town Committee meets on the third Tuesday of each month in the Library Community Center. Meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are open to all registered Republicans.

Your level of involvement depends on your availability, talents and commitment. You will not be overwhelmed!

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If you are interested, please drop by a meeting or send us an email. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

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