Norwich Voters Face 11 Races And Bond Measure Nov. 3

Norwich residents will head to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to decide 11 races and one ballot question. The election covers federal and state positions, including governor, U.S. Senate, and multiple state legislative seats. Polls will open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Voters in line by the closing time will be allowed to cast their ballots.

The race for governor features Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz of the Democratic Party against Ryan Fazio and Matt Corey of the Republican Party. Lamont and Bysiewicz hold endorsements from the Working Families Party. Fazio and Corey are backed by the Independent Party. For the U.S. Senate seat, Democrat Joe Courtney faces Republican George Patrick Austin. Austin also holds an Independent Party endorsement.

Voters will also select two state senators and four state representatives. In the state senate race, Democrat Catherine Osten opposes Republican Jason Guidone. Osten receives support from both the Working Families and Independent parties. The state representative races are split among multiple districts. In one district, Democrat Marcus Palumbo runs against Republican Doug Dubitsky. In another, Democrat Larry Pemberton Jr. faces Republican Brandon Sabbag and Independent Mark Adams. Pemberton is endorsed by the Working Families Party. In a separate district, Democrat Derell Q. Wilson challenges Republican Marcia Wilbur. Wilson also has the Working Families Party endorsement.

Statewide executive races include secretary of the state, treasurer, comptroller, and attorney general. Stephanie Thomas, a Democrat, runs for secretary of the state. She is endorsed by the Working Families and Independent parties. Erick Russell, a Democrat, campaigns for treasurer against Republican Fred Wilms. Russell has Working Families support, while Wilms holds the Independent endorsement. Sean Scanlon, a Democrat, runs for comptroller against Republican Jennifer S. Tooker. Scanlon is backed by both the Working Families and Independent parties. William Tong, a Democrat, faces John Bolton, a Republican, for attorney general. Tong receives support from the Working Families Party.

Norwich voters will also elect a judge of probate. Chuck Norris is the sole candidate for the position. He holds endorsements from both the Democratic and Republican parties. The ballot also includes a question regarding a $55 million appropriation and bond authorization. The funds are intended for the planning, acquisition, and construction of a new police headquarters facility at 300 Main Street in downtown Norwich.

Connecticut allows same-day registration for voters who miss the standard deadline. Residents can register and vote in person at their town’s designated location on Election Day. The Secretary of State’s website lists polling place locations for all registered voters.