State commends Hedden for 47 years of service

Steve Hedden, left, was presented a state commendation by State Rep. Maria Horn (D-64) at Cornwall Town Hall Dec. 3.

Riley Klein

State commends Hedden for 47 years of service

CORNWALL — Steve Hedden has been awarded a state commendation for more than four decades of service on the Cornwall Inland Wetlands and Water Courses Agency.

Hedden vacated his seat over the summer of 2024. All told, he said he served 47 years with the Agency and about 40 of them were as chairman.

Over the years, Hedden chaired hundreds of meetings and site visits. He was the longest-serving member of any Cornwall board.

“It is a record that will take a long time to duplicate,” said First Selectman Gordon Ridgway.

State Rep. Maria Horn (D-64) and State Sen. Stephen Harding (R-30) recommended Hedden for a state commendation. Horn presented the honor to Hedden before the IWWC’s Dec. 3 meeting at Town Hall.

“The State of Connecticut wished to recognize you for your great service to Cornwall and to this commission in particular,” said Horn. “The entire membership extends its very best wishes on this memorable occasion.”

Current chairman Bill Hurlburt served alongside Hedden for approximately 30 years and thanked Hedden for many lessons and laughs over the years.

“I certainly appreciate it,” said Hurlburt. “It’s been a good ride.”

Planning and Zoning chair Anna Timmel noted Hedden joined the IWWCA not long after it formed in 1973.

Zoning Enforcement Officer Karen Nelson thanked Hedden for his guidance and commitment to the town.

“He firmly believed in every decision that he made,” said Nelson, adding Hedden ensured “the commission made good decisions for the betterment of Cornwall.”

“I consider your friendship very valuable,” said Nelson.

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