Meeting recap
May 6th Meeting highlights
The Woodstock Democratic Town Committee held its monthly meeting on May 6th. Here's a summary of what we discussed and decided.
Special guest: Adam Richardson, Courtney for Congress
We welcomed Adam Richardson, campaign manager for Congressman Joe Courtney, who shared an update on the race and broader electoral picture. Key takeaways: Democratic voter turnout in our area has been strong — up from 65% to 81% in recent cycles — and Woodstock's active civic participation has been noticed statewide. Adam discussed the importance of phone calls to the Congressman's office in shaping his priorities, the competitive landscape heading into 2026, and the ongoing fight to protect fair district maps following recent Supreme Court gerrymandering developments. There was also a lively discussion about clean energy policy, including the Revolution Wind offshore project and rising electric rates.
Woodstock recognized at 35th District State Central Committee Convention
Five Woodstock delegates attended the Democratic State Central Committee Convention for the 35th District, and our town was recognized by other communities as a model for consistent participation and grassroots engagement. We're proud to be a leading voice in the Quiet Corner. Quiet Corner Pride
Members shared a positive report from the recent Quiet Corner Pride event. The WDTC table drew strong engagement around our theme of staying engaged and getting out to vote. Great conversations were had throughout the day.
Town budget passes — what comes next
We celebrated the passage of the FY2027 town budget, which passed by 240 votes. Members discussed the importance of countering misinformation and continuing to engage constructively in town discourse. A broader conversation emerged about how the DTC can help shape the narrative around how new state funding is put to use for Woodstock residents.
Fundraising and candidate support
The committee discussed a goal of raising $20,000 in the near term to support our local candidates and organizational priorities. Members identified four key spending categories — mailings, events, candidate support, and outreach — and agreed that building a compelling vision for donors is essential. We're focused on efficient, high-impact activities as we head into the election cycle.
New website launch underway
We reviewed a new WDTC website built on the Designed to Run platform, with a goal of going live by end of May. Volunteers — Greg, John, Kevin, Karen, and Jim — signed up to help develop content, and we discussed adding updated photos, graphics, a news section, and an events calendar. The committee also approved spending up to $150 for initial setup and up to $50/month for ongoing hosting.