Monroe First Selectman Will Not Seek Re-Election

MONROE, CT — Monroe First Selectman Steve Vavrek has decided to not seek re-election for another term.

Vavrek announced the decision on Tuesday morning.

Read the full announcement posted on the Town of Monroe Facebook page below:

“Recently we've been talking to friends about how long Teri and I have lived in Monroe and how long I have been involved in the community and town government. This upcoming Fall will mark our 30th anniversary living in Monroe. More interesting is that for 28 of those years I’ve been involved “politically.”

“Starting with a few years on Parks and Recreation to being active on MRTC then getting elected to the Town Council starting in 1993 for a couple terms, then to the Board of Finance for a couple terms, back to Town Council and of course the last 7 years as your First Selectman. During those same years, I've been honored to serve our community as a Monroe Rotary member, past Monroe Jaycee President and Regional Director, past AYSO Coach and Regional Commissioner, Monroe Soccer Club Coach and first ever Coaching Director. Being the Moderator at Stepney Baptist Church and being the Co-Volunteer Coordinator of Kids Kreation in the early 90’s were great memories as well.

“Over the past 28 years, much has changed. In our Town, in our Region, in our State, in our Country and in our World, new fresh ideas are being developed and must be listened to. While we should admit that there is much to learn from the past, new eyes and fresh, bold new ideas are needed to move us all with the times.

“Saying this, I have decided that I will not seek re-election as your First Selectman in 2017. For 28 years, Teri and my family have been by my side during this marvelous era in our life. My friends and community partners have made these years very enjoyable as well. Monroe has always been a great town and I am confident that we will continue to grow as a community.”