Representative Town Meeting Regular Meeting (linked)

Public Input for Monday August 7, 2023 RTM meeting
August 6, 2023
To the Waterford Representative Town Meeting:
The purpose of this letter is to express my interest in reappointment to the position of
police commissioner on Waterford’s Board of Police Commission. | have served in this capacity
since October of 2020. | appreciate and value the opportunity to sit on this commission and
hope to continue my service. If reappointed | will continue to act objectively and fairly. My
decisions will continue to be based on facts and | will continue to listen to and be open to the
thoughts and ideas of the other police commissioners and the police chief and his support staff.
Ultimately my voting record will be indicative of what | believe is in the best interest of the
citizens of Waterford and the staff and personnel of the Waterford Police Department.
Sincerely,
Christopher M. Gamble
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August 6, 2023
To the Waterford Representative Town Meeting:
The purpose of this letter is to express my interest in reappointment to the position of
police commissioner on Waterford’s Board of Police Commission. | have served in this capacity
since October of 2020. | appreciate and value the opportunity to sit on this commission. If
reappointed | will continue to act objectively and fairly. My decisions will continue to be based
on facts and | will continue to listen to and be open to the thoughts and ideas of the other
police commissioners and the police chief and his support staff. Ultimately my voting record will
be indicative of what | believe is in the best interest of the citizens of Waterford and the staff
and personnel of the Waterford Police Department.
| believe that my background and experiences make me an ideal fit for this position. My
family and | have lived in town since 2009 and | have taught at Waterford High School since
1996. Furthermore, my teaching responsibilities at the high school include a course in Criminal
Justice. | have taught this subject matter for over 25 years. In addition to serving as a teacher at
the high school I have been the Social Studies department chairperson since 2000 and | have
coached three sports including boys and girls cross country, wrestling, and boys and girls
outdoor track. The town of Waterford has provided much to my family and | am vested in giving
back to our exceptional community. Additionally, prior to becoming an educator | attended and
graduated from the Connecticut Police Academy in Meriden CT in 1993. | served as a full time
police officer for approximately two years and then another three years as a part time officer.
My background in law enforcement, coupled with my teaching experience along with my
objective nature make me a qualified candidate for this important appointed town position.
Thank you for-your consideration in my possible reappointment to Waterford’s Board of
Police Commissioners. And please be assured that | will continue to take this role on with
diligent and careful consideration of the facts and information presented.
Sincerely,
Christopher M. Gamble

Christopher M. Gamble
RECEIVED FOR RECORD
WATERFORD, CT 18 Cottage Lane
, Waterford, CT 06385
105 AUG -1: A 10: 28 860-235-9506
gamblec@mac.com
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking reappointment to the positon of police commissioner on Waterford’s Board of
Police Commissioners
EXPERIENCE/AWARDS
Board of Police Commissioners, Waterford, CT: October 2020-Present
Currently chairperson of commission; help with management and supervision of police
department, including both personnel and equipment; Review and implementation of
necessary regulations; Appointment and removal of police personnel
High School Social Studies Teacher, Waterford Public Schools; Waterford, CT:
1996-Present
Social Studies Department Chairperson: 2000-Present
Head of Hiring Committee; Manage department budget; Supervise the development and
implementation of curriculum; Oversee department’s Professional Learning Community;
Plan department professional development training; Mentor new teachers
Faculty Member, Young Leaders Program, Waterford High School:
2001-Present
Select and train a group of diverse student leaders in grades 10 - 12.
Head Wrestling Coach: 2000-Present
2005 & 2009 Class M Team Champions; 2005 State Open Team Runner-up; 2005 New
England Championships, Team -4th Place
2005 & 2009 Connecticut High School Coaches Association Coach of the Year
2005 National Wrestling Coaches Association State Connecticut Coach of the Year.
2018 Connecticut High School Coaches Association Outstanding Coach of Wrestling
CIAC Committee Member
Head Boys and Girls Cross Country Coach: 2008-Present
Assistant Boys and Girls Track and Field Coach: 2007-2022
Police Officer, Ledyard Police Department; Ledyard, CT: 1994-1995
Meritorious Service Award - Town of Ledyard
Citation for Outstanding Police Service - State of Connecticut

Police Officer, Mashantucket-Pequot Tribal Police Department; Mashantucket, CT:
1993-1994
EDUCATION/AWARDS
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT: M.A., Education: Curriculum and
Instruction, 2000
Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, CT: Teaching Certification,
Social Studies/History: Grades 7-12, 1996
GPA: 4.00/4.00
Connecticut Police Academy, Meriden, CT:
Certification in Protective Services, 1993
Samuel Luciano Academic Award: 98% average; ranked first in class
Allan J. Tuskowski Award for Excellence in Training (Leadership, Peer Evaluation,
Academics, Shooting, Driving)
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT: B.S., Finance, 1992
GPA: 3.46/4.00
Dean’s List 6 Semesters
Beta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society
Golden Key National Honor Society
SKILLS/QUALITIES
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; Budget management
experience; Trustworthy, objective, motivated, and conscientious
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Certification - High School Social Studies Teacher/Department Head;
Coaching certification; CPR/First Aid Certification