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WILTON -- On Saturday, Feb. 6, the Wilton Republican Town Committee held its second annual Lincoln Day Dinner and fundraiser, honoring Gov. M. Jodi Rell's more than 25 years of service to the state of Connecticut.

Wilton First Selectman William Brennan presented Rell with a citation from the Town of Wilton expressing appreciation for her service and dedication. He also declared Feb. 6, 2010, Gov. Jodi Rell Day in Wilton.

"In gratitude and appreciation for everything Gov. Rell has done for the Town of Wilton, and for the future of Connecticut, I, First Selectman William F. Brennan, do hereby declare Feb. 6, 2010 to be Gov. Jodi Rell Day in the Town of Wilton," he said.

The event's co-chairs, state Sen. Toni Boucher, R-26, and Wilton Board of Finance member Gail Lavielle, presented the governor with a gift of Wilton memorabilia from the Republican Women of Wilton.

"Gov. Rell took the reins of our state at one of the lowest points in our history -- at great personal sacrifice to herself and her family, said Boucher, introducing the governor. "When she took office, she proclaimed that our state would come back from the sting of corruption in state Government and restore its reputation. And under her leadership it did. She restored faith, integrity, and trust to state government by introducing sweeping campaign finance reforms that made national headlines, but above all by setting an example of dedication, sincerity, and honesty herself. That is the simple reason she has become one of the most popular, most beloved leaders in our country."

The governor expressed her thanks and her support for the work of Wilton's Republicans.

More than 120 people from Wilton and surrounding towns attended the event, which was held at the Wilton home of Gail and Jean-Pierre Lavielle. A number of candidates for state and federal office were also in attendance.

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