City’s First Ward Alderman resigns
NORWICH – Ward One Alderman Robert Carey tendered his resignation to the city offices Wednesday, leaving the city’s first ward without a representative for the time being. Carey’s announcement follows more than four and a half years of service to the city.
Carey said his reason to leave the position is based on a personal interest to invest in the city in ways he can’t currently do as an elected official. According to the city charter, the vacancy of a position once held by an elected official must be filled by council members for the remainder of the position’s four-year term. Carey plans to work with other members of the city council to find a suitable candidate to fill his seat in the coming weeks and said he would be willing to serve as a volunteer on a city committee if appointed.
“As an alderman, I see a struggling little city in Upstate New York. As a private citizen, I can invest in the city in certain ways I haven’t been able to do,” said Carey. “The city needs some economic development ... I want to be able to invest in the city because I care about it and think this is a great place to live.”
Mayor Joseph Maiurano said the council is expected to receive and accept Carey’s resignation during the next meeting in August.
“He’s very dedicated to the city and wants to do a lot more for the city. Being an elected official prevents you from doing some of those things,” the mayor said. “Bob was an excellent alderman. He’s community minded and he’s been a big asset to the city. I think he’ll be a bigger asset in a different role.”
During his tenure, Carey played a role in major city projects, including the restoration of East Park and West parks and a number of revitalization projects in the downtown area. More recently, he helped pass new laws on the city’s rental registry and the inspection of rental properties.
Said Carey, “We’ve done a tremendous amount in the city over five years and there’s still a tremendous amount to do.”
Residents living in the first ward are encouraged to contact department heads or the city offices at 334-1230 with any concerns until a new alderman is appointed.
Carey said his reason to leave the position is based on a personal interest to invest in the city in ways he can’t currently do as an elected official. According to the city charter, the vacancy of a position once held by an elected official must be filled by council members for the remainder of the position’s four-year term. Carey plans to work with other members of the city council to find a suitable candidate to fill his seat in the coming weeks and said he would be willing to serve as a volunteer on a city committee if appointed.
“As an alderman, I see a struggling little city in Upstate New York. As a private citizen, I can invest in the city in certain ways I haven’t been able to do,” said Carey. “The city needs some economic development ... I want to be able to invest in the city because I care about it and think this is a great place to live.”
Mayor Joseph Maiurano said the council is expected to receive and accept Carey’s resignation during the next meeting in August.
“He’s very dedicated to the city and wants to do a lot more for the city. Being an elected official prevents you from doing some of those things,” the mayor said. “Bob was an excellent alderman. He’s community minded and he’s been a big asset to the city. I think he’ll be a bigger asset in a different role.”
During his tenure, Carey played a role in major city projects, including the restoration of East Park and West parks and a number of revitalization projects in the downtown area. More recently, he helped pass new laws on the city’s rental registry and the inspection of rental properties.
Said Carey, “We’ve done a tremendous amount in the city over five years and there’s still a tremendous amount to do.”
Residents living in the first ward are encouraged to contact department heads or the city offices at 334-1230 with any concerns until a new alderman is appointed.
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