The Republican caucus is busy these days, today the announcement that Kelly L. Straniti has been voted in as Minority Leader. Rick McQuaid served as Minority Leader this past year and had this to say, “Kelly has been a great team player during our bi-partisan council over the past two years and will be a great leader of our caucus. Her proven record of listening before she makes a decision will be a welcome approach to the council in the coming year. She will not be leading by her own agenda, but what is the best for the City of Norwalk. Councilwoman Straniti has been an able and strong advocate for her District. We are pleased that she is adding to her experience by stepping into a leadership role”
Kelly Straniti was first voted to the common council representing District D in 2005. She has been a strong advocate for the Broad River Neighborhood Association as well as other community organizations long before she became a common council member. Kelly has worked well within the Republican caucus and with others on the council. The Republicans are showing a strong commitment to encouraging their young politicians into leadership roles. Kelly will serve as Minority Leader though November 2008.
