After Nearly A Half Century Of Service To Town, Palluzzi Retiring

BRANFORD, CT —It won't be the same around there after Dec. 31.

Director of Parks & Recreation Alex Palluzzi, Jr. is retiring. In his letter to the recreation board, he shares his pride in what the parks and rec department has "accomplished and built."

Read his full letter here:

Dear Board of Recreation,

With a heavy heart, please accept this letter as a formal notice of my retirement, effective Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

I am so proud of what we have accomplished and built over the past thirty-two years as your Director of Parks & Recreation.

Approaching fifty years of employment at Branford Parks & Rec., and forty-three years full time, respectively, I am forever grateful for the opportunity to serve. We have an exceptional team and would not be what we are today without each and every one our staff. They are creative, innovative, talented, and hardworking.

The Town of Branford is blessed to have their service. I am so proud of each individual staffer and know they will do great things in the future to continue the excellent programs, activities, and special events that Branford has come to expect, serving all the residents of Branford, birth to seniors.

Thanks to each and every board member, for the tremendous support, professionalism, and always keeping the best interests of all ages of participation at the forefront of what we do. I am also blessed to have the full support of the town administration for all these years. Branford Always Does What Is Best For Branford!

Most importantly, my gratitude, love and support goes out to my wife Karen, my children, Megan & Dylan who have allowed me all the time and effort this position deserves.

I will truly miss leading the TEAM!
All My Best, Alex Palluzzi, Jr.
Director of Parks & Recreation (1993-2004)