Politics & Government
Weston 2023 Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places
Here's everything you need to know concerning the 2023 Weston local elections, including the candidates, polling places, and voting hours.

WESTON, CT — On Nov. 7, Weston residents cast their votes for a few key municipal positions. Contested races include first selectman and selectman and seats on the Board of Education.
Polls in Connecticut are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day. You can use the Secretary of State’s website to find your polling place. Voters who are in line by 8 p.m. will be allowed to vote.
Connecticut also allows for Election Day registration at designated centers in each town. People must be registered by 8 p.m. in order to vote using Election Day registration. To receive your absentee ballot, complete and sign an application and return it to your town clerk, or you can request an absentee ballot online.
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First Selectman — Vote for One
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Republican Stephan Grozinger is challenging incumbent Democrat Samantha Nestor.
Selectman — Vote for One
The Democratic candidate is Tony Pesco. Kerem Dinlenc is the Republican candidate.
Board of Finance, Full Term — Vote for Up to Three
Only three Democratic candidates are in the race: Amy Gare, Jeffrey Goldstein and Michael Imber.
Board of Finance, to Fill Vacancy for Two Years — Vote for Up to Two
The Democratic candidate is Christopher Bryant, and Theresa Brasco is running on the Republican ticket.
Board of Education, Full Term — Vote for Up to Four
The Democratic candidate is Sharon Ferraro. David Felton, Michael Guido, Brandon Gutman and Peter Gordon are the Republican candidates.
Board of Education, to Fill Vacancy for Two Years — Vote for Up to Two
Two Democratic candidates are running: Chad Hoeppner and Steve Ezzes.
Board of Assessment Appeals, Full Term — Vote for One
The Democratic candidate Barbara Reynolds is running unopposed.
Board of Assessment Appeals, to Fill Vacancy for Two Years — Vote for One
The Republican candidate Mary Lou Jamieson is running unopposed.
Planning & Zoning Commission — Vote for Up to Four
The Democratic candidates are Gus Christensen and Michael Reiner. Lauren Gojkovich and Joseph Leone are the Republican candidates.
Zoning Board of Appeals — Vote for Up to Three
The Democratic candidates are Ilene Richardson and James Low. Daniel Gilbert is running as a Republican.
Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate, to Fill Vacancy for Two Years — Vote for One
Republican Richard Wolf is running unopposed.
Police Commission — Vote for Up to Three
The Democratic candidates are Beth Gralnick and David Muller. Jess DiPasquale and Frank Ferrara are the Republican candidates.
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