Darien Planning & Zoning Commission

Adam has served on Darien’s Planning & Zoning Commission since 2021 and is currently the Vice Chair.

A husband, dad of two active boys, and Head Trader for Asset Management One USA, Adam brings both professional insight and hometown commitment to his work.

ADA is focused on:
🌿 Preserving and expanding open spaces — Broadening Great Island access, doubling Weed Beach with walking trails, and modernizing Pear Tree Point Beach to address flooding.
🏡 Expanding affordable housing — Ensuring Darien remains vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming for all residents.

These initiatives reflect a commitment to balancing environmental stewardship with the evolving social and economic needs of the community.

Balanced. Thoughtful. Forward-looking.

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Meet Glenn Ritch

Candidate for re-election to the Darien Board of Assessment Appeals

• Proud to be running for his third term on the Board of Assessment Appeals.

• Brings over 45 years of experience in commercial real estate as a property and asset manager — overseeing operations, budgeting, leasing, and sales of office buildings.

• His background gives him the expertise to ensure property assessments reflect fair market value for all Darien residents.

• Recently retired, Glenn remains committed to using his professional experience to give back to the community he calls home.

“Serving on the Board of Assessment Appeals allows me to use my knowledge to benefit Darien — ensuring fairness and transparency for our property owners.”

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Meet Millyn Gaaserud

Darien Board of Finance

Millyn believes in:
📚 Educational Excellence – Supporting strong schools that keep Darien thriving.
🌳 Preserving Open Spaces – Protecting the natural beauty and character that make our town special.
💡 Responsible Fiscal Stewardship – Ensuring transparency, accountability, and smart investments of our tax dollars.

💙 Thoughtful. Transparent. Committed to Darien’s future.

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Meet Sarah Neumann

Darien Board of Selectmen

• Proudly serving her third term on the BOS — always leading with care, collaboration, and respect for all residents.

• Worked to improve road safety, flooding preparedness, and communication between the town government and neighbors.

• Instrumental in creating the Director of Communications position to increase transparency and keep residents informed.

• During the pandemic, Sarah stepped up — organizing grocery deliveries, calling seniors about vaccines, volunteering at clinics, and leading a food drive for Person-to-Person.

• Represents the BOS on the Hindley, Holmes & Royle Building Committee and remains deeply involved in the community as a longtime volunteer and PTO leader.

 “I’m honored to have helped shape the path of our town — and I’ll continue to work hard for Darien’s future.”

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Darien Board of Selectmen

• Darien resident since 2008, where he lives with his wife Kathleen and twin sons, Matthew and Nolan.

• A practicing attorney in Manhattan, focusing on litigation and trial work.

• Dedicated volunteer in Darien public service — having served on:

• The Representative Town Meeting (4 years)

• The Board of Education (6 years)

• The Board of Selectmen (4 years)

• As a Selectman, Michael has served on the Great Island Advisory Committee and the Blight Review Board.

His priorities for the next two years:
✅ Reduce town debt by strategically prioritizing capital projects
✅ Expand access to Great Island for the community
✅ Collaborate with local leaders and residents to uphold Darien’s shared community values

 “It’s been an honor to serve Darien, and I look forward to continuing the work of keeping our town strong, connected, and true to its values.”

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