Login  /  Register  | 3 premium articles left before you must register.
Join | Rewards | Advertise

Regionalization: Watson got it done

Tom Skrmetti Mystic

Publication: The Day

Published 10/28/2012 12:00 AM
Updated 10/26/2012 04:59 PM

Regionalization and sharing of services can provide substantial cost savings. However, determining who will be in control has always been a difficult problem with everybody preferring to continue home rule. Successful regionalization requires the ability for people to work together and to put aside personal differences for the good of the community.

A good example of a successful regional initiative is the Ledge Light Health District. Founded nearly 20 years ago, combining the health departments of the city and town of Groton, Ledge Light now provides excellent public health services in five southeastern Connecticut towns: Groton, New London, Ledyard, Waterford, and East Lyme.

Harry Watson helped craft the vision for this organization and was a founding member. He continued to serve on its board of directors until 2004, holding the positions of chairperson and vice chairperson. Harry's ability to work with others towards a common goal was a major factor in the success of the Ledge Light Health District. As our representative, he will use this same ability to help move southeastern Connecticut forward in the years to come.

Please send Harry Watson to Hartford to represent Groton and New London in the 41st District.

Popular on theday.com

Town News

Visit Zip06
what is zip06? | my profile
Submit Your:  Submit Your News Submit Your Photos Submit Your Events

Have you spotted a celebrity?

Have you ever spotted any celebrities around the region? Tell us who, where and when via email to tips@theday.com. Include photos if possible.

MORE QUERIES
Most Recent Poll
Both U.S. Senate candidates have stated their commitment to generating economic growth in Connecticut. How much impact do you think a senator realistically has on the local economy?
Not much, this is all campaign rhetoric.
21%
A senator can have a huge impact by securing grants and government contracts, as well as advocating for larger reforms.
40%
I wouldn't say senators have no impact, but their influence is very limited.
31%
Please, a senator never did anything for this guy.
8%
Number of votes: 630

Have you spotted a celebrity?

Have you ever spotted any celebrities around the region? Tell us who, where and when via email to tips@theday.com. Include photos if possible.

MORE QUERIES
The Day on Facebook

In the past two weeks our Facebook fans have won tickets to the CT Tigers, Newport Winefest and Mystic Seaport. Become a fan of The Day on Facebook for access to these contests, breaking news, TheDay.com's best features and more!

Facebook.com/thedayct