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11/02/2023 08:26 AM

North Branford Town Council Recognizes Outgoing Members


The council recognized 2021-’23 councilman Vincent Mase, who is not seeking reelection on Nov. 7, and current Town Manager Michael Downes, who served on the 2021-’23 council prior to resigning in August of 2022 to begin his duties as Town Manager. Shown here on Oct. 17, Mayor Jeff Macmillen (left) presents Mase with a plaque commemorating his service to the Town. Photo courtesy of Town of North Branford

Press Release from the Town of North Branford

The North Branford Town Council took time during its Oct. 17 regular meeting to recognize members of the 2021-’23 Town Council who would not be returning following the 2023 municipal election, which will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 7. The meeting was their last meeting of the current Town Council. The new Town Council will be seated after the municipal election on Nov. 7.

Councilor Vincent Mase Sr. was recognized as he did not seek re-election to the Town Council this year. Mase was elected in 2021 and had previous stints on the Town Council and Board of Education. Former Councilor Michael Downes was also recognized. He was elected in 2021 and resigned in August of 2022 to accept appointment as North Branford’s Town Manager. Downes also previously served on the Town Council from 1997-2003.