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KEY INITIATIVES
Democracy Starts Local
Local government decisions affect nearly every part of our daily lives — from our taxes and schools to our neighborhoods, parks, and safety. In municipal elections, especially in odd-numbered years, voter turnout is lower, which means your vote carries even more power.
This November, we’re focused on building a stronger, fairer, and more connected Cromwell by electing leaders who will listen, lead, and make choices that reflect our community’s values.
Smart Growth & Strong Finances
Cromwell’s future depends on responsible growth and long-term planning:
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Keep Cromwell affordable by planning for growth while maintaining a stable mill rate.
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Support sensible development that protects Cromwell’s character while welcoming new businesses and housing opportunities.
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Use strategic financial planning to prioritize and prepare for future challenges and opportunities.
Seek creative funding solutions — including grants and partnerships — to support infrastructure, community programs, and open space without overburdening taxpayers.
Excellence in Education
Strong schools are at the heart of a prosperous community:
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Ensure high-quality education for every student and provide schools with the tools to meet the future.
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Foster inclusive learning environments where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.
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Support and invest in our teachers and staff to attract and retain passionate, skilled educators.
Plan strategically for future school needs, including maintaining facilities and leveraging opportunities like the new state-of-the-art Cromwell Middle School.
Safe, Healthy, and Connected Neighborhoods
Cromwell should be a place where every resident feels safe, supported, and connected:
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Continue to improve sidewalks, walkability, and transportation to better connect neighborhoods and public spaces.
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Ensure our police and other public services have the resources they need to keep Cromwell safe.
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Expand community spaces and programming that bring residents together and strengthen quality of life.
Plan development thoughtfully to protect Cromwell’s character while enhancing accessibility and livability.
Protecting Cromwell's Natural Spaces
Cromwell’s riverfront, parks, and open spaces are central to our identity:
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Develop a comprehensive flood mitigation plan to safeguard homes, businesses, and recreation areas.
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Preserve and protect open spaces while balancing responsible, sustainable growth.
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Expand recreational opportunities along the riverfront to encourage outdoor activity and community connection.
Make environmental stewardship a cornerstone of Cromwell’s future planning
A Community Where Your Voice Matters
Cromwell works best when residents are informed, involved, and heard:
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Make local government open, transparent, and accessible so that residents can engage directly with decisions that affect them.
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Ensure town information, meetings, and updates are easy to find and understand.
Expand more opportunities for public input so that residents can help shape Cromwell’s priorities.
Why Your Vote Matters
This election will decide who sets Cromwell’s priorities for taxes, schools, development, and public services. Unlike state or federal elections, local elections directly impact your day-to-day life — and in low-turnout years like this one, your vote has more power than ever.
When more of us participate, Cromwell becomes stronger. When more of us vote, our values lead the way.
The Cromwell Democrats are committed to listening to residents, supporting small business owners, working together, and making decisions rooted in transparency, fairness, and community. By voting this year, you help decide what Cromwell becomes — not just today, but for years to come.