Candidate for constable says traffic safety is focus; Selectboard notes position lacks law-enforcement powers

Apr 1, 2026

Michael Rebentisch, a Norwich Police Department officer and retired NYPD officer, told the Selectboard he was interested in the constable role primarily for traffic safety; board members noted the town had previously removed law-enforcement authority from the constable and will ask outgoing constable Doug Tuthill whether he wishes to continue.

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Michael Rebentisch, identified in the minutes as a Norwich Police Department officer and retired NYPD officer, appeared at the invitation of current Constable Doug Tuthill to discuss the expiring constable term.

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