The proposed 2019-20 Region 18 budget was approved convincingly in both Lyme and Old Lyme by an almost 2:1 margin in yesterday’s referendum. The “Yes’ votes totaled 558 (63.4 percent) while the No’s notched 322 (36.6 percent.)
Superintendent Ian Neviaser commented, “We are pleased with the outcome of this referendum vote and appreciate the continued support of our schools from the communities of Lyme and Old Lyme. This budget will allow us to continue to provide the premier education experience in Connecticut.”
The breakdown of the vote from each town was as follows:
Lyme
Yes: 162
No: 34
Old Lyme
Yes: 396
No: 288
Thomas D, & Christina J. Gotowka says
Great News! Congratulations to the residents of Old Lyme and Lyme for stepping up to the plate.