CCM has taken a pledge to become a Civically Engaged Organization (CEO), whereby CCM engages in nonpartisan civic engagement practices.  CEO is an initiative of the Connecticut Secretary of the State, Stephanie Thomas.

CCM Pledge: 

Email to employees the Secretary of the State’s non-partisan “Civics 101” document
Note dates of elections in the office and/or in newsletters (CCM webpage)
Give staff time off to vote on Election Days (if schedules don’t allow before or after-hours voting)
Announce CCM’s commitment to civic engagement via email and social media
Give employees time to volunteer in the community each year
Email or post a polling place look-up tool for employees

Civics Documents
Here is a link to the Connecticut Secretary of the State’s "Civics 101" document

Here is an excerpt from "Local Government in Connecticut” by Frank Connolly (first edition of book was published by CCM)

In the books check-out section (room next to Mike Muszynski’s office and next to the CIRMA Corner), you can check out “Under the Gold Dome: An Insider's Look at the Connecticut Legislature” by Judge Robert Satter (first edition published by CCM)

Dates of Elections
Click here for a link to the Connecticut Secretary of the State’s Election Dates webpage.

Staff Time Off to Vote on Election Days
CCM business hours allow for voting before or after work. We strongly encourage you to exercise your privilege to vote.

CCM Announcement of Commitment to Civic Engagement via Email and Social Media
Here are social media posts regarding CCM becoming a CEO. All CCM staff have received an email notifying them of the CEO initiative.

Employees Time to Volunteer in the Community Each Year
CCM policy allows employees 3 days (22.5 hours) each year to volunteer in communities.  Please check with Faith Brooks, Human Resources Director, with any questions you may have.

Polling Place Information
Click here to locate the Registrar of Voters in your town/city for information on where to vote for early voting and Election Day.

CCM Sees Many Benefits to Taking the Pledge:

• Helps recruit many employees who have been shown to care about companies’ civic health.
• Boosts employee morale by showing CCM cares about your life outside of the workplace.
• Builds partnerships by demonstrating CCM’s interest in you being an active member of the community.
• Brings employees together regardless of political party affiliations.
• Improves communities throughout Connecticut!