“Greenwich Democrats Look to Victory in November and Beyond At Annual Picnic” (Greenwich Post; September 15, 2011)
Mr. Marzullo, whom Mr. Farricker praised as “arguably the most popular officeholder in the town of Greenwich” and “the heart of the community,” said the slate of candidates was the best the party had seen. An EMT with Greenwich Emergency Medical Services, Mr. Marzullo pledged to keep focusing on quality of life issues and on keeping The Nathaniel Witherell town owned while making sure the selectmen’s office would be responsive to the people. “We need to campaign like the underdog, because we are,” Mr. Marzullo said. “This once very red town we live in is changing. It might not be blue yet, but let’s call it purple.”
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“Crumbs Cupcake Supports GHS Football With Boost From Bababooey” (Greenwich Post; September 19, 2011)
“Crumbs Bake Shop has introduced a new cupcake for its Greenwich location at 48 West Putnam Ave. thanks to the efforts of town resident and proud team supporter Gary Dell’Abate, sometimes known as Bababooey. The famed producer of the Howard Stern Show and best-selling author was the driving force behind the new cupcake, kicking off its availability this past Saturday with an in-store appearance and autograph signing.”
Read the full article (and check out a great photo of Drew!) here.
“Apple Heeds Opposition to Building a Fence Inside Its Greenwich Store” (Greenwich Time; September 9, 2011)
“Selectman Drew Marzullo met with a trio of Apple executives Wednesday at Town Hall to try to get the tech giant to rethink its controversial plan to beef up security at the store, which has been targeted several times by thieves.
“They’re going to hold off, but are reserving the right to re-examine their security at the store,” Marzullo said. He added that if problems persist at the 356 Greenwich Ave. location, it may warrant extra security measures.
“I’m cautious not to speak for Apple and cautious not to comment on decisions that they might have to make in the future based on their security needs,” Marzullo said. “But for now, I am both satisfied and happy.”
“Greenwich Goes Glam with Fashion’s Night Out” (Greenwich Time; September 9, 2011)
“Marzullo, however, was his own stylist. Clad in chinos, a navy sweater, a blue button-down, and a hot pink bow tie from Vineyard Vines, he exuded classic prep, which passerby described as “handsome” and “fabulous.”
“All I do is wear their clothes,” said Marzullo, a model for Vineyard Vines in Greenwich’s second annual Fashion’s Night Out. “In my mind, I am a model. We are all models at heart. Everyone here is really gorgeous.”
“Marzullo Floats GHS Pool As Cooling Center Location During Future Heat Waves” (Greenwich Time; August 14, 2011)
When temperatures soared into the triple digits, Greenwich opened six cooling centers from July 21 to July 24. Any decision to make use of the GHS pool could be based on similar criteria, Marzullo said. “I would much rather have people cooling off in a pool than baking in 100-degree weather,” Marzullo said. “When hot weather and humidity soars above 100, people get cuckoo.”
“Apple To Beef Up Security At Greenwich Avenue Store, Plan Roils Locals” (Greenwich Time; August 9, 2011)
“To me, it would be very unappealing to the eye and, quite frankly, I find it ugly,” Selectman Drew Marzullo said. “I think it could very well give an impression that Greenwich Avenue is unsafe for retail. We are not immune from burglaries or crime, we don’t live in a vacuum. At this point, I think installing metal gates is quite extreme.”
“Democratic Ticket for Board of Selectman Sits on More Cash Than GOP” (Greenwich Time; August 5, 2011)
“I think we’re at a disadvantage because of the numbers game,” said Marzullo, who is seeking a second term as selectman. “If you want to be a successful Democrat in this town, you have to get your message out, and that, unfortunately when you’re running for election, costs money.”
“Adams Garden Cranks Up the Volume for Community Block Party” (Greenwich Time; August 6, 2011)
“It’s a wonderful way to bring the community together,” said Marzullo, tapping his foot to the dance music. “These are the best kinds of events. It has great music, it’s fun, it’s engaging. Adams Garden is a great example of what affordable housing should be in Greenwich.”
“Blankley, Marzullo lead Democrats, party cements its ticket” (Greenwich Post; July 28, 2011)
“There’s a misconception out there that Greenwich is a Republican town, but that couldn’t be further from the truth,” Mr. Marzullo said. “Connecticut statistics have shown that independent voters far outweigh their registered counterparts. Currently there are 25% of registered voters [in Greenwich] that are Democrat, 38% are Republican and 36% are unaffiliated. I believe this translates into a major opportunity for us. Our party has so much to offer. Independent voters should be a key demographic for us to focus on. There should be debates on education and quality and life issue but if we can’t get our message out we will be unsuccessful. We are ready. This whole team is ready.”
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“Familiar Foe: Grad to Challenge Laudonia for Tax Collector”
“Blankley’s running mate will be Drew Marzullo, who was endorsed for a second term as selectman.”
“It’s Unanimous- Democrats Endorse Entire Slate with Blankley, Marzullo at the Top of Ticket” (Greenwich Patch; July 22, 2011)
“The lone Democrat on the three-member Board of Selectmen, Drew Marzullo, was endorsed for a second two-year term.”
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“Town Meetings Now Live On Mobile Devices” (Greenwich Time; July 8, 2011)
“The more people who watch our system of government here in Greenwich, we’ll all hopefully benefit and get more people involved,” said Selectman Drew Marzullo, a liaison between the station and the Board of Selectmen.
“Greenwich Debates Whether to Accept $600K for Homeland Security Boat” (Greenwich Time; July 7, 2011)
The town must soon decide whether to accept $600,000 in federal port security funds for a multi-purpose homeland security boat, a grant that is dividing emergency planners and some budget hawks in the Connecticut suburb closest to New York City. The Board of Selectmen unanimously endorsed the addition of the boat Thursday, concurring with the argument of public safety officials that it would be foolish of the town not to tap into a diminishing pool of federal funds.
“Greenwich OKs Overnight Film Shoot for De Niro” (Greenwich Time; July 7, 2011)
The town is waiving a midnight-to-6 a.m. filming curfew so the producers of “The Wedding,” a big-budget comedy starring the Academy Award winner, can shoot a pool scene at Burning Tree Country Club during the wee hours of July 29. The Board of Selectmen unanimously signed off on the request Thursday, the first of its kind received by the town since it started requiring film permits 13 years ago.
“WGCH Owenrs Entertaining Offers for Station, Asks for $1.25 Million” (Greenwich Time; July 2, 2o11)
“I love the station, well before I got into politics,” Selectman Drew Marzullo said. “I’m a talk radio junkie. I hope the format stays the same if someone does acquire or buy it. I get a lot of my news from the radio.”
“Greenwich Teen Champions Fair Trade Movement” (Greenwich Time; June 24, 2011)
“The selectmen also proclaimed June 1 Fair Trade Day in Greenwich, one of only 23 places in the Fair Trade Towns USA movement, according to the national awareness organization. “Whatever we can do as people and a town to promote fair work practice is a good thing,” Selectman Drew Marzullo said in an interview Tuesday.”
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“Animal Control Facility Opens With Fanfare” (Greenwich Time; June 23, 2011)
“The new space replaces the former, 55-year-old facility, recalled by those at the ceremony as “dark and gloomy” “asbestos-filled” and “completely out of code,” not to mention cramped for the more than 350 animals that came through each year. The new shelter is more than double the size of the former location.”
“Heavey was joined in the Town Hall Meeting Room by Chief David Ridberg, who had informed him of the decision minutes earlier at police headquarters, First Selectman Peter Tesei and fellow selectmen David Theis and Drew Marzullo. The meeting lasted only a few minutes and saw about 30 people attend.”
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“GHS Class of 2011 celebrates a special graduate” (Greenwich Time; June 20, 2011)
“Selectman Drew Marzullo, who had Friedler as a guidance counselor more than 20 years ago, said she is one of a handful of people who inspired him most in his life. ‘She’s one of those people that when you’re in her presence, you always leave smiling and feeling good about yourself,’ he said.”
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“Dream Date” (Greenwich Patch; June 2, 2011)
“The group enjoyed front-row seats and during commercial breaks, chatting with Philbin and his co-host, according to Greenwich Selectman Drew Marzullo who organized the raffle and arranged for Philbin to donate the four tickets.”
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“Baby born on highway bridge” (UPI; June 1, 2011)
“A team of paramedics, including Greenwich Selectman Drew Marzullo, responded to the scene and found the 8-pound, 5-ounce boy had already been born.”
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“Thumbs Up to Drew Marzullo” (Greenwich Time; May 31, 2011)
“Thumbs up to Selectman Drew Marzullo, a paramedic, and the rest of the Greenwich Emergency Medical Service crew that responded to a call Monday morning of a baby being born on the side of Interstate 95.”
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“Baby Born on I95 Bridge in Greenwich” (Greenwich Time; May 31, 2011)
“Selectman Drew Marzullo, a longtime paramedic with the Greenwich Emergency Medical Service, responded to the call, just as his fellow town officials were getting ready to march in the Memorial Day parade in Old Greenwich.”
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“Blankley, Marzullo lead full slate of democratic candidates” (Greenwich Post; May 20, 2011)
“Mr. Marzullo said he was ‘amazed and humbled’ to be in his position as selectman and said his two years on the board have made him even more prepared to serve the town and work with residents. He said his priorities for a new term would be to make sure the new central fire station is fully funded and that The Nathaniel Witherell, which he called a passion of his, would be renovated and remain town owned. He said he would also fight to increase affordable housing in town and would work with Mr. Blankley to make that a reality.
“‘I am proud to be a Democrat,’ Mr. Marzullo said. ‘I choose to belong to a party that puts people first, is on the forefront of advancing civil rights and is a party that’s not apologetic about wanting quality health care for all.’”
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“Romeo named to housing authority, vows to make board ‘user friendly’” (Greenwich Post; May 13, 2011)
“The nomination had the full support of the whole board and Selectman Drew Marzullo was effusive in his praise of Mr. Romeo.
“‘No one knows the intricacies of the town more,’ Mr. Marzullo said. ‘As we move forward and discuss affordable housing, it is crucial that we have an individual who can bring people together. We need a public relations team, in my opinion, to engage neighborhood associations and residents and bring them into the mix. I think we’re at a point now with affordable housing where that is the key. Sam fits a key skill set and has a personality we need now.’”
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“Democrats Say They Are Becoming Stronger in Greenwich” (Greenwich Time; May 12, 2011)
“He joins incumbent Democratic Selectman Drew Marzullo as they seek to grab two of the three Board of Selectmen positions. Republican David Theis is the other incumbent selectman. Marzullo said he is proud to be a Democrat. ‘The party that is not apologetic for wanting quality health care for all,’ he said. ‘I still strongly believe in the importance of quality local affordable housing for seniors and those who qualify.’ Marzullo said today’s Democrats have managed to shrug off the traditional attacks against them. ‘Gone are the days of painting Democrats as weak on defense and out-of-control spending,’ he said.”
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“Farricker Pushes Forward Early Democratic Slate” (Greenwich Time; May 12, 2011)
“Incumbent Selectman Drew Marzullo also received the party’s unanimous support to represent the party again.”
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“Romeo Appointed to Greenwich Housing Authority Board” (Greenwich Time; May 8, 2011)
“Drew Marzullo, the sole Democratic selectman, joined his two Republican colleagues in supporting Romeo. Marzullo said he realized there might be some questions of him supporting a Republican, but believes a change is needed.”
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“Selectman Give Go Ahead To Nursing Home Project” (Greenwich Time; May 6, 2011)
“A $22.5 million project to renovate and expand the town-owned Nathaniel Witherell nursing home has received the enthusiastic blessing of the Board of Selectmen. The three-member board unanimously voted Thursday to support Project Renew’s request for municipal improvement status.”
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“Greenwich Nonagenarian lands ‘date’ with Regis” (Greenwich Time; April 25, 2011)
“The union is in the process of arranging a date to see the show with Weisner and an aide. As part of the package, the group will get to meet Philbin, Selectman Drew Marzullo, the raffle’s organizer, said.”
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“Regis Raffle Raises $7,000 for the Nathanial Witherell” (Greenwich Post; April 23, 2011)
“Selectman Drew Marzullo, who masterminded the whole lottery, announced on Friday that close to $7,000 was raised for The Friends of Nathaniel Witherell after more than 500 people bought tickets for the drawing. This included all the members of the Board of Selectmen and the town emergency services as well as residents who wanted the chance to meet Mr. Philbin and support the facility.
“‘The response was overwhelming and that’s a tribute to people’s desire to see to it that Witherell shines in all aspects,’ Mr. Marzullo, a longtime medic for Greenwich Emergency Medical Services, said at the drawing. ‘I’ve said it over and over again. There is no finer run skilled nursing facility than Witherell. The men and women who work and volunteer there do it with no agenda. They do it because they care deeply for the residents that live there.’”
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“Stern Show Producer Basks In Afterglow of Parks Board Approval” (Greenwich Time; March 15, 2011)
“‘What I wanted to the very end was a fair vote,’ said Selectman Drew Marzullo, a former RTM member who recruited Dell’Abate for the volunteer position and spoke on his behalf. ‘Once again, the people’s body has spoken.’”
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“Marzullo To Seek Re-Election, Forgoes Higher office” (Greenwich Time; February 21, 2011)
“Content with his current part-time office, one that has allowed him to champion a public safety-focused agenda while being a full-time paramedic for Greenwich Emergency Medical Service, Democrat Drew Marzullo announced Monday he will seek a second term as a selectman. Marzullo, 40, the lone Democrat on the Board of Selectmen, is the only incumbent so far to declare for the November municipal election. ‘It’s been an amazing year-and-a-half on every level,’ Marzullo said. ‘I would ask and hope the citizenry would extend my contract for another two years.’”
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“Drew Marzullo Springs to Action” (Greenwich Time; February 21, 2011)
“Who knew Drew Marzullo has the speed of an Olympic sprinter? When Jo Conboy slipped and fell during the ceremony at Bethel AME Sunday, Marzullo, who is a paramedic with Greenwich EMS, bolted quickly from his front row pew and was at her side almost before anyone knew what had happened. Conboy, who had just spoken at the ceremony, was unhurt and quipped, ‘nice exit,’ before returning to her seat. The event was a ceremony in recognition of the church being placed on the National Registry of Historic Places.”
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Amusement Park? Baba Booey Nominated for Town Board (Greenwich Time; January 20, 2011)
“‘Gary is very active in our community and will bring a wealth of knowledge and opinions to our parks board,’ said Selectman Drew Marzullo, who has become friends with Dell’Abate and recommended him for the post.”
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Selectman Opens New Line of Communication at Greenwich Point (Greenwich Time; July 11, 2010)
“(A resident) was concerned about what someone would do if they were walking or running, and didn’t have adequate cell-phone coverage, and suffered a heat-related illness, heart attack or allergic reaction,” Marzullo said. “I thought that was a great question.” Marzullo headed to Greenwich Point and found spotty cell-phone coverage there. “Depending on your service carrier, there are many deficiencies,” said Marzullo, a paramedic with Greenwich Emergency Medical Service. “I started to brainstorm on how to further enhance communication, keeping in mind the economic climate.”