What happens at a Town Committee meeting?
A typical meeting will have most of the Republican elected and appointed officials who represent Wallingford present to give a short report on what has been going on in their positions. It can be very informative and they are always glad to answer questions. Other reports include fund raising efforts, candidate search efforts, information to voters, and reports by candidates. Does the Town Committee run a candidates campaign? No. Each candidate forms his or her own campaign committee. If they have been involved with a Town Committee, he/she has met experienced people who are willing to help him/her out. And of course a candidate has almost always gained experience in what it takes to get elected by helping out in someone elses campaign. How does the Town Committee help out a candidate? Like a candidates committee, the Town Committee works to get contributions to help pay for campaign expenses. The Wallingford Republican Town Committee traditionally rents a headquarters that can be used
