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A Heartfelt Thank You To Greenwich!

This chapter of my public service may have ended, but I leave with immense pride in the eight years I served as a voice for accountability.

To the voters and residents of Greenwich,

As the results of this election settle, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to every one of you who cast a vote in my favor as the Independent candidate for the Board of Estimate and Taxation, or BET. Your support means the world to me, and I am truly honored by the trust you placed in my vision for our town.

While I fell short in the vote count, I am profoundly grateful to all who engaged in conversation with me throughout this campaign. Whether on doorsteps, at community events, or over coffee, your thoughtful questions, ideas, and concerns reminded me why I love this community and why public service matters.

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This chapter of my public service may have ended, but I leave with immense pride in the eight years I served as a voice for accountability—from the First Selectman to the Superintendent of Schools—advocating for responsible and sensible spending by our town and schools. It was a privilege and an honor to serve you on the BET, and I will always cherish the opportunity to work on behalf of Greenwich’s future.

I remain hopeful that the next two years will bring back a dialog within the BET that puts the community first, above politics. True progress comes when we listen, collaborate, and keep the best interests of Greenwich at the heart of every decision.

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And don’t count me out just yet—you’ll see me in the future, in some capacity – so stay tuned!

For now, I’ll savor the last two months of my term, spend precious time with my soon-to-be 96-year-old mother, and continue to enjoy my walks in Bruce Park with my dogs—moments that ground me and remind me of the simple joys of life in this beautiful town.

Wishing you all a happy and joyful holiday season ahead.

With gratitude,

Karen Fassuliotis

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