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Event:FTDT Annual Meeting "Growing Windsor"
Date:June 24th, 2025.
Time:5:30 PM
Location:25 Central Street

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We held our Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 24 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at The Birdcage at 25 Central Street in Windsor. This event is free and everyone is invited, but RSVP is required! Sign up today to save your seat!

First Town members and the public are encouraged to attend to hear the latest news about Windsor center and learn how we are "Growing Windsor Together". The 2025-2026 slate of officers and directors will be sworn in.


RSVPs are closed.


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Master of Ceremonies:
Luke Kettles, President & CEO, Windsor Federal Bank

Guest Speaker:
Michelle McCabe, Executive Director, CT Main Street Center

Our mission is to grow, revitalize and strengthen Windsor center. We bring volunteers and experts together to strengthen our center of town through a "community-based approach" by creating a high quality of life for businesses, residents and visitors alike focusing on economic development, design, promotion and organization.

2025-2026 AWARD RECIPIENTS


Community Impact Award
This honor goes to an individual or organization that has made a meaningful and positive impact in downtown and beyond.
This year, we recognize two honorees:
• Windsor Food & Fuel Bank, for providing essential services and resources to those in need throughout our community.
• And Sharon Dillon Rispoli, a tireless community cheerleader whose energy and generosity bring joy wherever she goes.
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Cultural & Artistic Contribution Award
Arts and culture play a vital role in shaping Windsor’s identity and economy. The Cultural & Artistic Contribution Award goes to:
• Windsor Art Center, for its rich calendar of exhibits, talks, and classes, and for hosting two incredible new events this year—The River & Roots Festival and Make Music Day.
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Main Street Visionary Award
This award recognizes bold vision and investment in reimagining downtown Windsor.
Our first honoree is Greg Vaca, founder of GRAVA Properties and developer of Founders Square—a transformative project that brings housing, business activity, and vibrancy to Windsor Center.
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Historic Preservation Revitalization Award
One of the core tenets of the Main Street movement is historic preservation with purpose.
This year’s award goes to Loomis Chaffee School for its thoughtful renovation of the historic James Loomis House into the Win-some Find Thrift Shop—preserving a piece of history while giving it new life.
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Eagle Award
The Eagle Award honors a business making an extraordinary difference in our community.
That honor goes to Carmon Funeral Homes—a compassionate, family-owned business that has stood by Windsor families during their most difficult times, while giving back to the community in countless ways.
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Outgoing President Recognition
While he’s already been on stage tonight, we now recognize Scott Hoffman for his outstanding leadership as FTDT President.
Scott, thank you for your dedication, your calm and steady leadership, and your continued support as you stay involved with the organization.
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Spirit of Main Street Award
And finally, the Spirit of Main Street Award. This is our highest honor—recognizing legacy service to the First Town Downtown organization.
This year’s recipient: Sharran Selig-Bennett.

!! Thank You to our 2025 Sponsors !!

PLATINUM SPONSOR

Carmon Family Funeral Homes
Pafy Care Management



SILVER SPONSOR

Windsor Ace Hardware
The Blue Dragonfly Gift Shop
Gregory Vaca / GRAVA Properties



BRONZE SPONSOR

Family Pizzeria
Haircraft 75
James Selig Antiques LLC
Joyce & Dick Armstrong
PC Development Group
Windsor Federal Bank




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Mission Statement
The mission of First Town Downtown is to position and promote Windsor Center as a premier New England town center that protects and utilizes its proud heritage as the basis for developing vibrant recreational, economic and cultural activity.

Become a member of First Town Downtown and be a part of the growth of Windsor's downtown area and Windsor as a whole! Join or Renew your membership in First Town Downtown, Windsor's Main Street program.

  • Address:161 Broad St, Windsor, CT

  • Phone: 860-247-8982

  • Email: info@ftdt.org