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Council appoints Richard Tinsman to Hamden Board of Appeals

Hamden Town Council · July 20, 2026
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Summary

The council unanimously approved Richard Tinsman to fill a three-year term on the Board of Appeals; Councilor Marble praised Tinsman’s experience and contributions to planning work.

The Hamden Town Council voted to appoint Richard Tinsman to a three-year term on the Board of Appeals during its July 20 meeting.

Councilor Marble spoke in favor of the appointment, saying Tinsman had chaired the planning board previously and describing him as "way above grade in terms of experience, intelligence, and relevant skills." No councilor moved to pull the appointment for additional public comment, and the roll-call vote was recorded as in favor with one member absent.

The appointment takes effect immediately to fill a vacancy; council materials listed details in the meeting packet. The council thanked Mr. Tinsman for agreeing to serve.