Earlier today, Peggy Moray and Dennis Cassidy were sworn in by Mayor Megan Cook to serve on the Easton Waterfowl Festival Commission. Their appointments fill the final two spots on the five-person commission. Moray’s appointment was confirmed by the Easton Town Council at the April 7 meeting, and Cassidy’s was confirmed at the council meeting on April 21.
These appointments follow three others made earlier this month, with Amy Horne, Pat Ragan, and Dan Ketelsen also sworn in to the commission on April 14.
“We’re thrilled to have the final two positions appointed to the Waterfowl Commission,” said Waterfowl Festival Inc. Executive Director Deena Kilmon. “Over the next few weeks our commissioners will be reviewing the logistical plans for the 54th Annual Waterfowl Festival this fall. We are grateful to have their input and expertise leading up to this year’s event.”
Once sworn in, commission members serve terms of 3 years, after which they are eligible for reappointment. The commission works to provide logistical input and support for the festival, helping to plan for transportation, food, and other efforts to ensure the event is safe and successful.
“We’re pleased to see that the Waterfowl Festival Commission is once again at full capacity,” said Mayor Cook. “This is the biggest event in Easton, economically and culturally, and we want to ensure that they have the necessary support to continue its success. I thank all five of them for their commitment to this event, and to our town.”
The 54th Annual Waterfowl Festival will be held in Easton from November 14-16. More details about the event can be found at their website: https://waterfowlfestival.org/. More information on the Waterfowl Festival Commission can be found on the Town website at https://eastonmd.gov/541/Waterfowl-Festival-Commission.
Formally recognized in 1710 by the Province of Maryland, Easton is the county seat of Talbot County. Encompassing over 11 square miles including almost two dozen public parks and open spaces, the town has a growing population of over 17,000 residents. For more information please visit: eastonmd.gov.
