East Haven Mayor Joseph A. Carfora's Merit Award Winners Named, Set To Be Honored Sept. 4

EAST HAVEN, CT — Mayor Joseph A. Carfora announced the recipients of the 2025 Mayor's Merit Awards, described as a "distinguished honor" recognizing individuals within our community who demonstrate exceptional public service, leadership, community involvement, selflessness, and remarkable achievements.

The Mayor's Merit Awards honor those who make significant daily contributions to our community through their dedication and commitment to public service. The newly established Merit Award Committee, composed of dedicated community members, played a vital role in selecting the nominees.

The following recipients have been chosen for their exemplary qualities and merits:

Category Awardee(s)

Community/Resident Lisa DeCicco and Sarah Mallory
Senior Resident Anthony Moscato
Community Engaged Business Angelo Lieto from A. Lieto Construction Inc.
Student Dahna Lara and Max Parisi
Public Safety Jonathan Mustacchi

"This is a wonderful opportunity to highlight those in our community who bring tremendous value and make a lasting impact on the lives of others," Carfora said. "These recipients embody the spirit of public service and are truly deserving of this recognition. Please join me in congratulating all of our honorees."

All are invited to celebrate this year’s Mayor's Merit Award recipients Thursday, Sept. 4 at Amarante’s Sea Cliff, 62 Cove St., New Haven. The event is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Traditionally, this event at Amarante’s serves as the official kickoff to our Fall Festival weekend. The festival promises a fantastic lineup, including live music, our annual road race, the Chamber Business Expo, and the annual car show Sunday. For more information, please contact the Mayor’s Office via email at mayorsoffice@easthaven-ct.gov

To purchase tickets, please use this online payment link or purchase in person at Town Hall, Mayor’s Office.

"We extend our gratitude to all who submitted nominations this year," Carfora said. "East Haven is home to many caring, strong individuals, and we are fortunate to have such an engaged community."