Join the Torrington DTC Today!
Help Shape the Future of Torrington
Join the Torrington Democratic Town Committee
If you care about Torrington and want a real voice in local decisions, the Torrington Democratic Town Committee is where that work begins.
The TDTC is the core organizing body for Democrats in Torrington. We work year-round to elect strong Democratic leaders at the municipal, state, and federal levels, and to support them once they are in office. Our members are neighbors who believe that local leadership matters and who are willing to show up to help make progress happen.
Whether you are brand new to political involvement, have volunteered in the past, or previously served on the TDTC, we appreciate your interest and your willingness to commit your time and energy to our community.
How Membership Works
Membership in the Torrington Democratic Town Committee is elected by registered Democrats in Torrington at a caucus held in January of even-numbered years.
The upcoming caucus will be held on Thursday, January 8 with a snow date of Tuesday, January 13, and is open to all registered Democrats in Torrington. Members elected at this caucus will serve a two-year term from 2026 to 2028.
Please use this application to apply today! You many also apply by sending an email to torringtondems@gmail.com indicating your interest and telling us a bit about yourself.
What It Means to Be a TDTC Member
Serving on the TDTC is a meaningful commitment to the Democratic Party and to the work of winning elections locally. According to our bylaws, members are expected to:
Attend at least two-thirds of our regularly scheduled monthly meetings.
Attend special meetings when called.
Participate in fundraising events and other TDTC-sponsored activities.
Take part in campaign work during election seasons, such as door knocking, phone banking, postcarding, or campaign headquarters coverage.
In addition, TDTC members are expected to:
Uphold the integrity and reputation of the committee
Avoid actions that undermine Democratic candidates or the work of the TDTC
Not publicly endorse, support, or promote non-Democratic candidates
The TDTC is the backbone of Democratic success in Torrington, and that requires active participation.
Time and Financial Commitment
As a core volunteer team, members should expect to contribute at least 10 hours of campaign-related activity per year. Some members do more, some do a bit less in off years, but participation matters.
Financial support is also essential. Campaigns cost money, and funds raised by the TDTC go directly toward essentials like signs, literature, postcards, digital tools, and our website. We suggest an annual contribution of $50 to $200, based on individual capacity. Contributions may be donated directly or raised through support of and participation in TDTC fundraising efforts.
Ready to Get Involved?
Prospective members are interviewed by the TDTC Nominations Committee, which then makes recommendations for the slate of committee members for the 2026 to 2028 term. Final membership is determined by election at the January 11 caucus.
If you are ready to move from caring about Torrington to helping shape its future, we invite you to apply and join us.
Thank you for your interest in the Torrington Democratic Town Committee. We look forward to working together.