Jones PDR - referendum vote results

updated 2006/nov/20 for results:
It is interesting to note that out of all the municipalities in the state, few were looking to have the voters approve monies for Open Space acquisition:
Mansfield - $1million 4063 yes (71.8%), 1593 no (28.2%) = 5656 cast
Tolland - $2million 4344 yes (72.8%), 1626 no (27.2%) = 5970 cast.
Wethersfield - $4million 6136 yes (58.8%), 4291 no (41.2%) = 10427 cast.
Shelton - $4.3million 5558 yes (75.2%), 1832 no (24.8%) = 7390 cast

http://www.sots.ct.gov/ElectionsServices/election_results/2006_Nov_Election/2006BallotQuestAndReturns.pdf
I had a number of people say to me they didn't see the ballot question (it was at the very top of machine). A quick review of how many votes were cast for govornor should indicate close to how many votes were cast overall = 14239 That is to say that roughly only 51% of those casting a vote, bothered to even vote on the referendum question. Some might not have seen it, some might not be sure what it was about and decided not to vote either way.

Note that Shelton was seeking the most bonding commitment to open space in dollars this year than any other municipality. Shelton also had the highest affirmative percentage. The bottom line is that an overwhelming majority of those who voted on the issue were affirmative for this direction to continue. A 3-1 margin.

A victory for Shelton residents. Thanks to all who agreed with this direction and voted Yes.