The Republican and Independent Party Endorsed Candidate
Congratulations to Farmington and Avon fire departments on the dedication of the Live Fire Training Facility! A great example of dedicated community members coming together to create something so important for our communities.
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Another great evening last night with the Farmington Community Chest and Police Benevolent Association at their Annual Wine Tasting fundraiser!
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Had a great time speaking to the Webelos of Cub Scouts Pack 68 last night. A great group of kids and great questions!
Read moreOriginally published in the Farmington Patch on 10/28/2016
I am writing to urge you to vote for Chris Forster who is running for State Representative - 21st District on November 8th.
Chris and his family live in Farmington and he is currently the Controller for the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) Board of Regents (BOR) for Higher Education. He has built a reputation for relentless pursuit of government efficiencies... Read more
Good morning Farmington. Ten days until Election Day!
Read moreA vote for Forster is a vote for Farmington. There is a stark contrast between me and my opponent. I want to fix the state’s problems in Hartford and protect our community. My opponent wants to tax our community and protect Hartford.
Please read the write up on The Hartford Courant
Read moreOriginally published in the Farmington Patch on 10/25/2016
As a lifelong resident of Connecticut, and longtime resident of Farmington, it is hard for me to watch our beautiful state suffer under the current economic conditions we see every day.
With nearly half of Connecticut residents wanting to move, we have to ask ourselves why we would not seek to change direction instead. As a Farmington resident, I have seen the... Read more
Incumbent Mike Demicco refuses to debate challenger Chris Forster before Farmington Chamber of Commerce and Exchange Club
FARMINGTON, CONN. – Farmington voters did not get to hear State House candidates discuss issues that matter to them Monday because Democrat incumbent Mike Demicco refused to attend a planned candidate debate.
The Farmington Chamber of Commerce and Farmington Exchange Club secured House District 21 Republican candidate Chris Forster for a scheduled debate Monday October 24th, but Demicco refused to attend. The debate was then canceled.
“It’s sad, but not surprising, that Mike... Read more
Originally printed in the Hartford Courant on 10/20/2016
Chris Forster, who is running for state representive for Farmington’s 21st District, is the candidate committed to keeping our interests in Farmington a priority.
Like many Farmington residents, I am proud of our excellent school system, which is the pride and joy of our community. Our town has worked hard to balance its budget... Read more
The Farmington Exchange Club's annual Salute to Connecticut's Bravest
It was a great evening honoring our state’s firefighters and a special congratulations to Gary Petersen of the East Farmington VFD. Thank you for your service!<... Read more
Originally printed in the Hartford Courant on 10/17/2016
It’s rare to have a freshman state representative who can impact the policy debate on Day One. But that’s exactly what we’ll have if Farmington voters elect Chris Forster to Connecticut’s General Assembly on Nov. 8.
As a certified public finance officer and a certified government financial manager, Chris Forster will be prepared... Read more
FARMINGTON, CONN – Connecticut’s chapter of the nation’s leading small business association has endorsed accomplished government finance professional Chris Forster for House District 21 in the Connecticut General Assembly.
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Connecticut SAFE Trust (Save America’s Free Enterprise) endorsed Forster, a Republican, for his commitment to the needs thousands of Main Street small businesses and their employees all across Connecticut.
“Like me, small businesses want to change the General Assembly’s anti-business, tax-and-spend attitude and see policies that free small businesses up to... Read more
Attended the Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Farmington Gardens tonight. It was great to hear from so many great local business owners and entrepreneurs!
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Had the privilege of having lunch with some of the past Farmington Town Council Chairs. They are dedicated community members and part of the reason Farmington remains one of the best communities in CT to live.
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Great day at the Unionville Festival. Come on down. We’ll be here all day.
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Got to be an honorary chili judge at St. Mary’s annual picnic. Another great day with great people.
I went to the Independent Party of CT’s caucus tonight and ran into an old friend, Mayor Mark Boughton.
I am honored to receive the Independent Party’s endorsement for State Representative. Whether you are an Independent, Republican, Democrat... Read more
Chris Forster endorsed by Connecticut Independent Party for House District 21
Aug. 24, 2016
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Chris Forster endorsed by Connecticut Independent Party for House District 21
FARMINGTON – The Connecticut Independent Party on Tuesday endorsed accomplished government finance professional Chris Forster for House District 21 in the Connecticut General Assembly. Forster, 32, the controller for the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, said his finance expertise and reform positions on the state budget and economy appeal to all voters, regardless of affiliation.
... Read moreRepublican Chris Forster qualifies for public financing in House District 21 bid
Aug. 23, 2016
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Republican Chris Forster qualifies for public financing in House District 21 bid
FARMINGTON – Chris Forster, the Republican nominee for House District 21 in the Connecticut General Assembly, has qualified for public campaign financing from Connecticut’s Citizens Election Program. To qualify for public financing, state House candidates must raise $5,000 in donations from $5 to $100 and receive a minimum of 150 donations from individuals who reside in... Read more
My daughter was fascinated by all the fire trucks. Great job Tunxis Hose and all those who participated in the Fireman’s parade last night!
Read moreChris Forster will vote to break the cycle of tax and spend legislation that even the Governor and incumbent Democrats have finally now admitted is unsustainable. Please join me in casting your vote for Chris for State Representative.
Robert Reeve
Scully, Nicksa & Reeve | Attorneys At Law
As an elementary school parent and past Board of Education member, I am glad to see a candidate with significant state-level education experience. Chris's work with higher education in Connecticut will enable him to not only fight for Farmington's education funding, but to push for the common-sense, structural change we need for reliable, solvent programs.
Meredith Trimble
Farmington Town Council
Farmington and the State of Connecticut need Chris Forster now more than ever.
Jon Landry
Farmington Town Councilman
After suffering through the last two budget cycles, it is obvious that our representatives in Hartford have failed the citizens of our state and community. It is time to send a representative to Hartford whose training and professional experience is in financial matters. Chris Forster has a skill set that will bring tremendous value to the state and the Town of Farmington.
Mike Clark
Former Town Council Chairman
Our State is facing an unprecedented fiscal crisis. Chris Forster has the leadership and experience to get Connecticut back on track to sustainable growth.
Johnny Carrier
Farmington Business Owner
Parents in Farmington can count on Chris to fight for our kids and our school system at every turn.
Justin Bernier
Farmington Parent
As Farmington Town Council Chair, I'm proud to endorse Chris Forster's candidacy for state rep. Chris possesses the sound fiscal policy, public administration skills and finance experience to fight out-of-control spending and high taxes for which Connecticut has become infamous. I hope you'll join me in supporting him this November at the polls.
Nancy Nickerson
Farmington Town Council Chair
Chris is the type of leader businesses can count on to fight out-of-control taxation.
Geno Avenoso
Owner - Franklin Jewelers
Christopher Forster possesses the financial acumen and firm voice we desperately need in the legislature. Mr. Forster has my whole hearted support. Citizens everywhere will be well served by the election of Chis Forster.
Chris Hoheb
Farmington Attorney
We can do this with your support!
