DARIEN, Conn. In a meeting that was largely a formality, the Darien Republicans selected their full slate of candidates Thursday night for this November's election. As expected, Jayme Stevenson will be the party's candidate for first selectmen, with many other current office holders seeking another term.
"I'm very honored to have the full endorsement of the Republican Party, and I eagerly look forward to continuing the work of this administration should I be so lucky to be elected on Nov. 8," Stevenson said.
With no challengers to any of the nominations the party made earlier in the month, no ballots were cast Thursday night and all candidates were unanimously selected.
In nominating Stevenson to take his place, Dave Campbell said, "I am confident with Jayme Stevenson as first selectman our team can continue to work together for all Darien residents. She's worked hard to learn the job, and come though in supporting ideas and been articulate in communicating opinions."
Campbell and fellow Selectman Jerry Nielsen are looking to continue serving on the Board of Selectmen alongside Stevenson. Most other Republicans are also looking to get re-elected. The only new faces on the ballot are Michael Anton Harman running for the Board of Education, James McLaughlin for the Board of Finance and constable candidate Louis Calastro.
While the Republicans have been open about their nominations, the Democrats have not announced candidates nor said who is being interviewed for positions. Democrat Selectmen Callie Sullivan and David Bayne have made no announcement about whether they will seek another term.
The Democrats will announce their nominations at their caucus, which will be held Tuesday at 8 p.m. in the Town Hall auditorium. All registered Democrats are invited to attend and vote on the nominations.
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