Westport Property Transfers: 12/21/20 - 12/25/20
Westport property transfers as reported by the Westport Town Clerk’s Office:
Total Conveyance Tax: $63,228.00
Total Sales: $25,608,000.00
Highest Transfer Price: 60 Wilton Road: $3,930,000
Lowest Transfer Price: 20 Edgewater Commons, Unit 3B: $500,000
Transfers:
60 Wilton Road: $3,930,000
16 Quentin Road: $2,650,000
76 Compo Road South: $2,625,000
10 Bermuda Road: $2,365,000
2 Mimi Lane: $1,834,000
14 River Lane: $1,710,000
6 Caccamo Trail: $1,625,000
8 Highwood Lane: $1,495,000
320 Compo Road South: $1,295,000
11 Hockanum Road: $1,275,000
24 Colony Road: $1,260,000
3 Hermit Court: $1,100,000
9 Old Orchard Road: $999,000
117 Wilton Road: $625,000
20 Edgewater Commons, Unit 3B: $500,000
5 Bumpy Lane: $160,000 (1% INT in Westport)
5 Bumpy Lane: $160,000 (1% INT in Westport)
First Selectman: Update on Westport COVID-19 Vaccinations
From Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe
COVID-19 Vaccinations
Based upon the scientific advice and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH), Westport officials strongly recommend that all Westporters are vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible.
Currently, Westport’s long-term care facility residents and staff, and Emergency Medical Service personnel are eligible for and have been receiving the vaccination per CT DPH guidelines for Phase 1a of the COVID-19 vaccination roll out. This includes personnel and staff from the Westport Weston Health District (WWHD), school nurses, and the Westport Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services Departments.
According to Governor Lamont, Phases 1b and 1c are expected to be completed between January and May of 2021. The State has not yet finalized who will be eligible for vaccination during these phases. By June, it is anticipated that Connecticut will move into Phase 2 and the vaccine will be provided to the general population. At that point, it is expected that the vaccine will be available through medical providers, CVS and Walgreen’s pharmacies, and clinics.
Once the criteria for vaccination is met, whether based upon age, health status or employment category, Westporters are encouraged to schedule an appointment for vaccination. We expect that the scheduling processes and technology for the general public will be made available as subsequent vaccination phases are announced. According to DPH, the COVID-19 vaccinations are thoroughly tested, safe, and effective. Please read the information on the vaccine at the links below and discuss any medical concerns with your personal physician at your earliest convenience.
Although current vaccines do not contain the virus that causes COVID-19, there is a possibility that the virus may be contracted from another source and people may remain asymptomatic and contagious even after vaccination. As a result, the town will continue observing COVID-19 protocols (e.g. wearing a face mask, physical distancing, routine deep sanitization, etc.) until it is deemed safe to discontinue those health and safety practices. Any plans for reopening sectors will follow guidance from the CT DPH.
Portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/covid-19%20vaccinations - https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus/COVID-19-Vaccinations---FAQs - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/index.html
New Town Clerk for Westport
The Town of Westport announced the hiring of a new Town Clerk to replace newly-retired Patricia Strauss:
“First Selectman Jim Marpe announced [yesterday] that Jeffrey (Jeff) M. Dunkerton has been appointed as the Town Clerk for the Town of Westport. He will assume his duties effective January 19. Chosen from several qualified candidates, Mr. Dunkerton, who is a Certified Connecticut Town Clerk, is replacing Patricia Strauss who retired January 1.
Most recently the Assistant Town Clerk for the City of Danbury, CT, Dunkerton was responsible for the automation of the Town Clerk’s office, including digitizing all City records. He also performed several management and administrative functions including the preparation of department budgets and the day-to-day oversight of departmental staff.
Prior to working for the City of Danbury, Jeff was a Registrar of Voters in Brookfield, CT and was an Operations Manager for a division of Pitney Bowes. He is a volunteer firefighter in Brookfield, a Marine Patrol Officer for the Candlewood Lake Authority, and a mentor with the Danbury Schools & Business Collaborative program.
“I am very impressed with Jeff’s background and employment history,” Mr. Marpe said. “His dedication, experience and commitment to his chosen profession are precisely what we are looking for in a Town Clerk. We look forward to having Jeff join the Town staff in this important leadership role.”
Representative Town Meeting Moderator Velma Heller added, “We look forward to working with Jeffrey in his new position. I’m certain that he will be a very effective Town Clerk.”
Jeff lives in Brookfield with his wife Amber and their two sons.”
Westport Town Clerk Jeff Dunkerton