Wilton Names New Town Planner

WILTON, CT — Michael Wrinn has been selected as the new director of planning and land use management/town planner for Wilton.

"Michael Wrinn has a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and transparently with commissioners, developers, fellow employees and residents. He brings extensive experience in master planning, an area of current focus for the Planning and Zoning Commission," said First Selectwoman Lynne Vanderslice announcing his appointment in a news release.

Wrinn currently serves as Norwalk's assistant director of planning and zoning. He joined the city 38 years ago, shortly after graduating from University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in natural resource conservation.

Former Planning and Zoning Commission chair, Scott Lawrence said "It's Wilton’s great fortune
to get such a talented and experienced town planner. Mike’s insight and skills will be essential as the head of the land-use department, especially as the Town embarks on major planning and zoning projects in the next 2-3 years, including master planning in the village centers and the
Danbury Road/Route 7 commercial corridor. It is an exciting time for land-use matters in Wilton."

Lawrence chaired the search committee. The committee was also comprised of Vanderslice, former Planning and Zoning Commission member Bas Nabulsi and advisors Wilton Town Counsel Ira Bloom, Darien’s Director of Planning and Zoning Jeremy Ginsberg, and Wilton’s Director of Human Resources, Labor Relations, and Administrative Services Sarah Taffel.

Wrinn will be replacing Bob Nerney, who is retiring. Wrinn will assume his new role beginning
Jan. 21.