Derby Dems silent on inaugural tax board member

By Phyllis Swebilius
Register Staff
DERBY — The question over which Butler will take a seat on the tax board today remained open, even after the inauguration program was printed.
The souvenir book lists James J. Butler, son of James R., as a newly elected member of the Board of Apportionment and Taxation.
It’s James R. Butler who wants to serve on the tax board, but the name of his son, James J., appeared on the ballot in November.
His father has said James J. has no interest in politics.

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