Sprague Republican Town Committee
Leading Sprague Forward
Vote for SPRAGUE'S TRUSTED TEAM
Join us in continuing to shape our community's future with proven leadership and real results.
Election Day
NOV 4
Polls Open: 6AM - 8PM
Early Voting Available
October 20-31 & November 1-2
VOTE ROW B
For Sprague's Trusted Team
Meet Your Trusted Team
Experienced leaders with deep community roots, committed to Sprague's future
Cheryl Allen Blanchard
Lifelong Sprague resident - five generations of her family born and raised here. Served as First Selectman since November 2019.
Joan Charron-Nagle
Lifelong Sprague resident with 40 years Banking/Finance experience. Sprague Housing Authority Executive Director.
Complete Team Roster
Experienced leaders serving across all town departments
Stanley O. Sims Jr.
Moved to Sprague in 2002 to raise family. Customer service and banking career, currently serving as Tax Collector.
Paul A. Copenhagen
Moved to Sprague in 2016, former Board of Finance Chairman, current Selectman, committed to fiscal responsibility.
Michael P. Meadows
30+ year Sprague resident, Sayles School and St. Bernard graduate, Connecticut House Republican Caucus press secretary.
Jeff Crouch
Ph.D. in Political Science, Professor of Criminal Justice, retired law enforcement officer, USAF veteran.
Paul F. Piezzo
30-year Sprague resident, self-employed electrician, Planning & Zoning Commission member since 2005.
Steve T. Edwards
Lifelong Sprague resident, St. Joseph School and Norwich Free Academy graduate, former Baltic Fire Department volunteer.
Annalise H. Meadows
Registered nurse with home health and long-term care background, Sprague RTC Secretary.
Real Work. Real Results.
Proven leadership that has transformed Sprague's financial future and strengthened our community
Sprague's bond rating progression showing the dramatic impact of Cheryl's leadership since 2019
Political Impact on Bond Rating
Democrat Control (2013-2019)
A2 → Baa3 ↘️
Consistent downgrades with negative outlook
Cheryl's Leadership (2019-Present)
Baa3 → A3 ↗️
Stabilized outlook and upgraded (3 steps up)
Audited financial statements showing the remarkable transformation from deficit to surplus
Sprague's Financial Turnaround Success
2019 Starting Point
-$822,566
Inherited Deficit
2024 Achievement
+$1,832,972
Surplus Created
Total Improvement
+$2,655,538
Net Positive Change
Financial Turnaround
Eliminated the Town's negative General Fund and unassigned non-recurring fund balances, bringing them to positive levels
Improved Bond Rating
Restored the Town's Bond Rating from Baa3 to Baa2 (Moody's August 2023) and further improved to A3 (Moody's April 2025) due to improved management practices
Stronger Financial Position
Improved the financial position of the Town by significantly increasing the General Fund balances
Enhanced Collaboration
Fostered harmonious working relationships between and within town staff, boards and commissions regardless of political affiliations
Ready to Continue This Growth?
Join us in building on these achievements and securing Sprague's bright future.
Join Us for Our Annual Fall Fundraiser
An unforgettable evening of food, entertainment, and community spirit with musical bingo hosted by Kevin Hogan!
Date
Friday, October 17th
Time
6:00 - 9:00 P.M.
Location
105 Cranberry Pond Rd
Norwich, CT 06330
Suggested Contribution
$40 per person | $60 per couple
What's Included
Complimentary glass of local wine or craft beer and bingo card
Featured Entertainment
Musical Bingo with Kevin Hogan, formerly of WFSB Channel 3!
Don't miss out on a night of fun and community spirit. We can't wait to see you there!
Your Vote Matters
Make your voice heard in Sprague's future
Early Voting
October 20 - 31
November 1 - 2
Election Day
November 4
Vote Row B
Poll Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Ready to Continue This Growth?
VOTE ROW B – November 4th
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Contact Information
Visit our website:LeadingSpragueForward.org