New Leadership Announced For Darien Democratic Town Committee

DARIEN, CT — The Darien Democratic Town Committee this week announced new leadership for 2024-2026.

"2024 marks a pivotal election year, and it has never been more important for the Darien community to actively participate at the national, state, and local levels," said Rob Richards, a former selectman and the newly appointed chair from the Darien DTC.

"We urge individuals to contribute as volunteers or consider becoming candidates themselves. Your involvement is crucial to developing policy and pursuing strategies that protect our children's health, safety, and education and continue to develop Darien with respect for people, place, and planet," Richards added.

The committee's leadership for the upcoming term includes:

• Chair: Rob Richards
• Vice Chair: Goody Gray
• Treasurer: Dan Noble
• Secretary: Sheila Quinn

In addition to the executive team, the committee welcomes "an esteemed group of members who reflect a diverse range of perspectives and experiences."

They are:

• Adam Balgach
• Michael Balzano
• Katherine Gray Bunoski
• Krista Carnes
• Marcia Cleary
• Lenore Douglas
• Kristin Edwards
• Susie Flaherty
• Corey Frate
• Susan Gray
• Ric Grefé
• Abigail Hornstein
• Alicia Johnson
• Kathy Piro
• Erika Procaccini
• Sherry Ramsay
• Jennifer Leahy Slotkin
• Maureen Early Vlak
• Alison von Klemperer

Goody Gray, vice chair and head of nominating, emphasized a commitment to developing winning local strategies and called for widespread participation.

"We are actively seeking individuals to engage with us as we shape effective local approaches," Gray said in a news release.

The committee seeks candidates to run for the 141st state representative position.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact Goody Gray at vicechair@dariendemocrats.com for further information.

The 2024 Darien Democratic town slate for election this November includes:

• 141st State Representative
• Board of Education – Julie Best
• Registrar of Voters – Susan Gray