Trumbull Leaders' New Year's Resolutions For 2024

TRUMBULL, CT — Now that 2023 has come to a close and Trumbull has rung in the new year, many residents likely found themselves making a list of resolutions for when the clock struck midnight on Jan. 1.

In light of this, Patch reached out to various leaders throughout town and asked what their new year's resolution was for Trumbull, or their department, in 2024. Here is what they had to say:

Vicki Tesoro, First Selectman

"As I begin my fourth term, I am humbled by the confidence expressed by our town residents. I am mindful every day that our residents expect me to do the right thing the right way. In the last six years we have made great progress and together we will continue to do so.

"My vision for Trumbull remains the same:

"A safe community that welcomes all, with excellent schools, a diverse housing stock, ample recreation opportunities, and efficient services all delivered in a fiscally responsible manner.

"We fund our schools, we fund public safety, we fund our pensions, and we keep both spending and taxes stable. I intend to continue to do just that.

"My New Year’s resolution is that I will continue as I have done for the past six years to work together with a focus on the common purpose of continued progress for our community.

"I will continue to be guided as I have always been by a simple principle. Let’s get the job done, the right way."

Rina Bakalar, Director of Economic and Community Development

"For 2024, my wish is that inflation and interest rates come down! I resolve to continue to proactively support our existing and new businesses to succeed and grow, and work tenaciously to advance progress in the Trumbull Mall, Trumbull Corporate Park, and Trumbull Center areas."

Lucinda Timpanelli, Board of Education Chair

"Our BOE members devote much time and an admirable dedicated effort to support our students, programs and staff. I would offer a 'wish' to see all boards working together with us to support the BOE in the upcoming budget process."

Noreen Wilpiszeski, Recreation Program Manager

"Trumbull Parks and Recreation's 2024 resolution is to provide quality multigenerational programming, special events and concerts for the community. We hope to see more residents utilize our park system and the amenities within!"

Erica Pivor, Arts and Events Coordinator, Parks and Recreation

"My hope for the new year is that I can bring the Trumbull community closer together through art, music and creative expression."

Patch has reached out to other local leaders and will add any additional responses. If any local leaders would like to submit a resolution for Trumbull, please email rj.scofield@patch.com.