DERBY — Selectman Brian Smith was elected back into office on Tuesday. Smith, the board chairman, defeated challenger Robert Ovitt. The total vote was 570 to 167.
Ovitt had expected to challenge Selectmen Steve Gendreau, making the race a bit of a foregone conclusion. Nevertheless, Ovitt stated that he would run again in the future.
Voters also overwhelmingly approved the updated town plan that will pave the way for Walmart developer Jeff Davis to file for local permits for the store, which will be located on Route 5 in Derby. The total vote for the updated town plan was 595 voters in favor, 129 opposed.
The municipal budget was approved for $2.5 million. This was an increase from last year, where the budget was approved for $2.29 million. Selectmen have stated that there will be no increase in the municipal tax rate.
Maryann Tetreault received 520 votes to be elected delinquent tax collector, winning out over Ann M. Jones, who received 233 votes.
Thomas Roberts was elected lister, receiving 512 votes on Tuesday. Diana Mengel, who challenged Roberts for the spot, came way with 186 votes.
