Election Results 2024
Two out of four Democratic candidates representing Vernon won. All the incumbents won their races.
CT 35th Senate District
98.25% votes counted as of 11/07/24, 3:00 a.m.
*Jeff Gordon (R) — 28,133 ; 52.6% ; WINNER by 5.2%
Merry Garrett (D) — 25,379 ; 47.4%
CT 53rd House District
99% votes counted as of 11/07/24, 3:00 a.m.
*Tammy Nuccio (R) — 7,959 ; 56.7% ; WINNER by 13.4%
Ann Bonney (D) — 6,066 ; 43.3%
CT 56th House District
99% votes counted as of 11/07/24, 3:00 a.m.
*Kevin Brown (D) — 6,265 ; 60.5% ; WINNER by 21.0%
Brian Motola (R) — 4,096 ; 39.5%
CT 57th House District
97.52% votes counted as of 11/07/24, 3:00 a.m.
*Jaime Foster (D) — 6,996 ; 58.2% ; WINNER by 16.4%
Jennifer Dzen (R) — 5,021 ; 41.8%
Election results provided by the Associated Press.
Sources: https://www.dispatch.com/elections/results/2024-11-05/connecticut/state-senate
(and) https://www.dispatch.com/elections/results/2024-11-05/connecticut/state-house
Volunteering Opportunities
• Tues., Nov. 5, starting at 9:00 a.m. — Election Day Phone Bank at Post Road Plaza, 352 Hartford Tpk., Vernon. Call folks who have not yet voted to remind them to get out and vote before it’s too late. Please bring a cell phone and a second device (laptop/ tablet) to help with making calls.
• Tues., Nov. 5, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (in 2-hour shifts) —
Election Day Poll Standing: We still need poll standers for a number of 2-hour slots and locations. Please check now to see if there are any shifts where you can help.
• Tues., Nov. 5, flexible time(s) — Volunteer Drivers: VDTC presently has three on standby to bring voters to the polls, but we could also use a bilingual (Spanish-English) driver. Please contact the VDTC if you are available at any times on Election Day.
Election Night Celebration
Ready to celebrate? We are! Join us at Vernon Democratic Headquarters for our Election Night Celebration. Tuesday, Nov. 5th, 7:00 p.m. at Post Road Plaza, 352 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT.
Food, drinks, friends, and fun! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/CTElectionNight24
• Ellington Democratic Town Committee
• Tolland Democratic Town Committee
• Vernon Democratic Town Committee
• Willington Democrats
• Ann L. Bonney for State Representative, 53rd CT House District
• Kevin P. Brown for State Representative, 56th CT House District
• Jaime S. Foster for State Representative, 57th CT House District
• Merry C. Garrett for State Senator, 35th CT Senate District
• Joseph D. Courtney for U.S. Congress, 2nd U.S. Congressional District
• Christopher S. Murphy for U.S. Senate, representing Connecticut
• Christopher Prue for Vernon Democratic Registrar of Voters
• Connecticut Democratic Party
CT Insider/Journal Inquirer Commentary:
For the sake of democracy, we endorse Harris
It may be the most powerful job in the world, but it’s the American voters who do the hiring.
(Sarah Rice/Getty Images)
Some of the newspapers in the Hearst Connecticut Media Group have been endorsing U.S. presidents since before the Civil War. The 2024 election cycle is no time to stop that tradition, as the divide between many Americans lurks in a gray twilight of national anxiety.
This is not the year to stay silent. Vote how you want. That’s the American way. We endorse voting for Kamala Harris.
Any possibility of endorsing Donald J.Trump was abolished on Jan. 6, 2021. There are countless persuasive arguments against supporting Trump’s drive to reclaim the White House, but his involvement — and response to — the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol is the only reason needed to keep him from holding office again.
Trump, 78, serves a daily diet of static that has numbed many voters. If Ronald Reagan or George Bush ever said anything on the campaign trail similar to what Trump is guaranteed to say tomorrow, they … [read more]
Candidates’ Campaign Signs Vandalized
The Vernon Democratic Town Committee strongly condemns the recent vandalism and theft of political signs in our community. Such acts of disrespect undermine the democratic process and stifle the voices of those seeking to engage in meaningful dialogue.
We encourage all residents to uphold the values of civility and respect, and to participate in political discourse without fear of intimidation or destruction.
Together, let’s foster a community that embraces diverse perspectives and values constructive engagement.
And let’s remember the candidates who have volunteered to run for office, and serve their communities, live in our town, they are our neighbors and they deserve our respect.
Decades Dance Party
When: Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 — 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Post Road Plaza, 352 Hartford Tpk., Vernon, CT
Join us for a Decades Dance Party! Come dressed in the style of your favorite decade, or just come as you are. Prizes will be awarded for the best outfits!
DJ Derek will play the top hits from your favorite decades — make sure to wear your dancing shoes! Appetizers and desserts will be provided. Please BYOB.
Buy your tickets here. $10 suggested donation. Download an 8½x11″ flyer (168kb) for posting.
Vernon Residents Can Display A Harris/Walz Lawn Sign
All Vernon residents can show their enthusiasm for the Democratic presidential ticket by acquiring a Connecticut for Harris/Walz sign to proudly display in their front yards or store windows.
The Vernon Democratic Town Committee (VDTC) has acquired a limited number of these signs for distribution. A modest $10/sign donation is requested; there is a limit of two per family.
Signs can be picked up during open hours at the VDTC Headquarters, 352 Hartford Tpk., Vernon, or donors can contact the VDTC for a home drop-off.*
The VDTC also offers FREE lawn signs for all of our State House Rep Candidates: Ann Bonney (53rd District), Kevin Brown (56th), and Jaime Foster (57th); our State Senate Candidate, Merry Garrett (35th); U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney (2nd) and Senator Chris Murphy!
* The donation form also contains a message field at the bottom, where a drop-off request can be made. (Please indicate a preferred location to leave the sign, if not home.)
Calling All Tag-Salers!
The VDTC is hosting an indoor tag sale on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at our expansive headquarters location. Come by and get some great deals on housewares, gently used clothing and shoes, men’s athletic wear, Halloween costumes, art, jewelry, toys, books, kitchen items, rugs, and more.
There will also be some yummy desserts for sale! Make sure to tell your friends and family to stop by and shop! All proceeds will go to the VDTC in support of our Democratic candidates.
If you have items to donate, please drop them off during open Headquarters hours, or call or text at 860-805-8585 and we can accommodate you during the day or in the evening. We can also use some volunteers to help with set-up and pricing on September 12th and 13th.
What: Vernon Community Indoor Tag Sale
When: Sat., 09/14/24, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Post Road Plaza, 352 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066.
Take a gander at the 2024 Election Buzzwords Puzzle. If you have any other favorite buzzwords to add, let us know!
Register now for the Watch Party!
National Night Out Block Party
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 (rain date August 7th) from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 20 East Main Street (former Ladd & Hall parking lot), Rockville, CT.
The Vernon Community Network and the Vernon Police Department will again be working together to bring this premier event to downtown Rockville.
There will be free school supplies for our children, free food, free entertainment, Police and Fire “Touch-a-Truck” and over 45 organizational booths (including VDTC) with information and free give-aways.
$4,739 of the event’s $7,600 budget was crowd-funded on Patronicity.
Vernon for Harris virtual gathering
VERNON 07/29/24 — The Vernon DTC will be hosting a “Vernon 4 Kamala” Zoom session on Thursday, 08/08/24 at 8:00 p.m.
We will have special guests and need to make sure that we fill the room with like-minded folks living within our community. Join in the celebration — we’re ready for Madam President! Details:
Who: Vernon Democrats.
What: “Vernon 4 Kamala” Zoom session with special guests.
When: Thursday, Aug. 8th at 8:00 pm (8/8 @ 8)
How: Go to our Facebook page to RSVP for the event, and register for the Zoom info.
CT Delegation to the Democratic National Convention Gives Overwhelming Support to Vice President Kamala Harris
HARTFORD 07/22/24 — Connecticut’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention voted to support Vice President Kamala Harris, following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he would not seek the nomination.
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the Harris for President Campaign Rally on Tuesday July 23, 2024 at West Allis Central High School in West Allis, Wisconsin.
In a virtual meeting on Monday evening, the delegation, which includes 74 delegates and 5 alternates, voted overwhelmingly by voice vote in favor of a motion to endorse Vice President Harris to be the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. There were no votes in opposition.
“We thank President Biden for his leadership and his patriotism. He showed grace and courage in making the decision not to seek a second term. Connecticut’s voters overwhelmingly endorsed Joe Biden in April, and now our delegation is following his lead and supporting Vice President Kamala Harris to be the next President of the United States,” said CT Democrats Chair Nancy DiNardo.
Vernon Democrats 2024 Campaign Headquarters Now Open!
Our Election Headquarters are now open! We are located in the Post Road Plaza at 352 Hartford Turnpike in Vernon. Stop in and say hello, get more information on our Candidates, and sign up to volunteer!
Current Headquarters Hours:
Sundays: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Monday – Friday: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
It is expected that these hours will continue until Election Day 2024.
Contact VDTC to be notified if or when hours might change.
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VERNON — The Vernon Democratic Town Committee is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of its 2024 Headquarters on Saturday, 07/20/24, 10:00-11:00 a.m. at 352 Hartford Turnpike in Vernon, CT.
We hope to see you there. Our candidates will be speaking and mingling about, and as always, we’re excited to have U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney with us!
Friends and voters can also meet candidate Ann Bonney this Saturday at HQ. It’s so important that we work together for her, to represent the 53rd House District at the Capitol!
Please come to support our other candidates and incumbents running for re-election, too. Kevin Brown (incumbent, 56th House District), Jaime Foster (incumbent, 57th House District), Merry Garrett (candidate, 35th Senate District), and Chris Prue (incumbent, Vernon Democratic Registrar of Voters) may be stopping in as well.
HQ 2024 Hours of Operation
Sundays: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Monday – Friday: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
It is expected that these hours will continue until Election Day 2024.
Contact VDTC to be notified if or when hours might change.
Boombox Parade in Willimantic
Contact VDTC to be put on our mailing list for invitations to future events.
Betty Daly honored at Marie Herbst Memorial Dinner
VERNON 06/07/24 — On June 6th, long-time activist and Democratic State Central Committeewoman, Elizabeth “Betty” Daly, received the Vernon Democratic Town Committee’s Marie Herbst Award, presented by its chairperson, Raychel Kushner Hermanson, during a dinner held at Georgina’s Italian Restaurant in Bolton, CT.
VDTC’s 2nd Vice Chair, Laurie Bajorek, presented the honoree with a citation on behalf of State Comptroller Sean Scanlon. Betty also received citations from Congressman Joe Courtney, Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, and State Representative Kevin Brown (56th).
The keynote speaker was U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney (2nd District). Betty Daly’s sister, Margaret Daly, also spoke. Former Vernon Town Councilman, Tom DiDio, was master of ceremonies. Around 70 guests attended the event, which was considered a fundraising success by VDTC organizers.
Other recent honorees at the dinner have included former Town Councilwoman Ann Letendre (2023) and State Representative Michael Winkler (2022).
VDTC’s annual fundraising event, inaugurated in January 2017, celebrates the life of former Mayor and State Senator Marie DeCarlo Herbst (1928-2015).
While serving as its first woman mayor from 1979 to 1986 (two terms), Herbst hired the town’s original economic developer; consolidated the Rockville and Vernon Fire Departments; established the capital improvement program; and revamped the Senior Center. During her term in the state legislature from 1988 to 1992, she was co-chairwoman of the Senate’s Public Safety Committee.
Herbst also served on Vernon’s Board of Education, as well as five terms on the Town Council. She taught Spanish and history for 38 years in East Windsor schools, where she was voted District Teacher of the Year in 2000.
Vernon Democrats Host “Coffee & Conversation” with Vernon Democratic Town Councilors
Meet Your Democratic Town Councilors
The Vernon Democrats invite townspeople to join us for tea, coffee, and conversation at Between Rounds (243 Hartford Turnpike) on Tuesday, 27 February 2024 from 6 to 8 pm.
Come meet Democratic members of the Vernon Town Council, let us know about your priorities for the upcoming budget deliberations, and hear about our goals for Vernon, including a rejuvenated Teen Center and improved public transportation in town.
We value the trust you put in us in November’s elections; we want to make sure we can represent you well.
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Vernon’s National Night Out a Success
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Paid for by the Vernon Democratic Town Committee,
Stephen V. Taylor, Treasurer