Who we are

The Berlin Republican Town Committee (BRTC) is a group of dedicated residents of Berlin who want to make our town the best place to live and work. We believe in the principles of limited government, individual liberty, and personal responsibility. Our members come from all walks of life, united in our commitment to advancing these values in our community. We are elected at caucuses by registered Republicans in January of even numbered years to serve two year terms. In March of even numbered years the new BRTC elects a chairman, a vice chairman, a treasurer and a secretary. Our major focus is to select the best candidates to run for public office and provide them with the resources necessary to elect them to office. In even numbered years we are primarily involved with helping Republican candidates that are seeking national offices, statewide offices and legislative positions. In odd numbered years the focus is electing Republican candidates for town-wide positions such as Town Council, Board of Finance, Police Commission, and Board of Assessment Appeals.

Our Accomplishments

Public Safety

Implemented new Police Pension Plan to enhance recruitment & retention
Ongoing Police & Fire Fleet modernization
Funding allocated for Police Dept. Renovations
Increased the number of sworn Police Officers

Education

Properly funded education
Funded & began ongoing HVAC upgrades at all three elementary schools
Enhanced security measures such as armed security guards, cameras & security vestibules
Funded repairs to playing fields, basketball & tennis courts

Economic Development

104 new businesses
42 business expansions
$115M in private business investments
1394 jobs created

Financial Stability

Reduced inherited debt from $108M to $72M
Zero to minimal tax increases during tough economic times
Lowest tax mill rate of 25 Greater Hartford Area Communities*

*Per May 29, 2023, including the Senior Center Hartford Business Journal

Capital

$35.6M appropriated for Capital expenditures in the past five years

Infrastructure

Continued implementation of our 20-year road improvement plan including:

Farmington Ave.

Porters Pass

Christain Lane

Deming Road

Repairs to bridges, sidewalks & dams
Repairs to town facilities, including the Senior Center

Our vision for the future

Continuing to reduce inherited debt & maintain financial stability to allow for greater investment in our town

Maintain open space to provide more recreational opportunities

Create a walkable “Town Center” that raises the quality of life and gives our residents more opportunity to gather as a community

Our current officers

Chairperson – Susan Bordonaro

Vice Chairperson – June Daly

Treasurer – Nina DeDominicis

Secretary – Deborah Reed

The Berlin Republican Town Committee meets the second Thursday of every month at the American Legion, 154 Porters Pass, Kensington. There is networking from 6:30-7:00pm and the meeting begins at 7:00pm. Come join us and get involved!

How to join us

Social media sites

Berlin Republican Town Committee

Connecticut State Central Committee

Connecticut House Republicans

Connecticut Senate Republicans

Connecticut Citizens Defense League