TEAM DAN!
Candidates for
the Board of Selectmen
Proven leadership
growth with balance
COMMUNITY vision & PRIDE
Ann Cicchiello
4-year
terM
Ann Cicchiello has been a dedicated member of the East Lyme community for 20 years, raising two children who thrived in the town’s schools. A graduate of Boston College and the University of Connecticut School of Law, Ann has practiced law for 30 years, bringing a wealth of professional experience to local governance.
Currently serving on the Board of Selectmen, Ann is recognized as a bipartisan voice for taxpayers, balancing fiscal responsibility with high-quality town services. Her prior leadership roles include Vice Chair of the Board of Finance, where she helped maintain stable taxes during the pandemic, as well as Vice Chair of the Inland Wetlands Agency, promoting responsible development while preserving open space.
Ann brings integrity, expertise, and tireless dedication to every decision. She remains committed to protecting the community, promoting smart growth, and keeping East Lyme a place all residents and businesses are proud to call home.
Jason Deeble
2-year
term
Jason Deeble has been a middle school math & science teacher in southeastern Connecticut for 20 years, bringing his passion for education, problem-solving, and community engagement to everything he does. He and his wife moved to East Lyme in 2006 to start their family. Jason began his municipal service on the Inland Wetlands Agency in 2018, moved to the Planning Commission, and now seeks a second term on the Board of Selectmen.
He is a proven leader, practical decision-maker, and advocate for the community— supporting education, the arts, and programs that enrich local life. In addition, Jason’s creative spirit shines as a published children’s book author and comic creator, and active state-wide musician. "I’m dedicated to making East Lyme a vibrant, thriving community where families, schools, and local businesses succeed together."
Cindy Collins
2-year term
Cindy Collins currently serves on the East Lyme Planning Commission, where she has played a key role in guiding thoughtful growth that preserves the town’s character. She is now running for the Board of Selectmen to bring the same dedication, and common-sense approach to broader town leadership. Throughout her service, Cindy has demonstrated strong local leadership, consistently putting residents’ interests first. She listens carefully, acts with integrity, and supports balanced growth that protects the qualities that make East Lyme special. "I believe in open communication, smart planning, and decisions that put our residents first."