Chantel Recchia – Office Manager; and other members of the Crest Lincoln of Woodbridge team. Barry Lee Cohen, CEO of the Amity Chamber of Commerce; Woodbridge First Selectman Mica Cardozo; State Representative Mary Welander (D-114), and
Clifford Lynch, Chairman of the Woodbridge Economic Development Commission, joined in the celebration.
Woodbridge, Connecticut, June 25, 2025—Today, Crest Lincoln of Woodbridge celebrated over three decades in town with a ribbon cutting and open house featuring local artists, refreshments, door prizes, and bluegrass music.
Located at 185 Amity Road, Woodbridge, the event was held in partnership with the Amity Chamber of Commerce and drew attendees throughout New Haven County, including both longtime and new customers who are “considered family” by Dick Fitzpatrick, Dealer Principal – Crest Lincoln of Woodbridge.
Fitzpatrick said, “It all starts with loving people. Yes, we are in the car business, but we are really in the people business.”
In addition to customers, family, and friends, Fitzpatrick was joined by his daughter and Business Development Manager, Julie Fitzpatrick; Pete Palumbo – Management Team; Steve Nathman – General Manager; Chantel Recchia – Office Manager; and other Crest Lincoln of Woodbridge team members.
Barry Lee Cohen, CEO of the Amity Chamber of Commerce; Woodbridge First Selectman Mica Cardozo; State Representative Mary Welander (D-114), and Clifford Lynch, Chairman of the Woodbridge Economic Development Commission, joined in the celebration.
Welander presented a citation on behalf of the Connecticut State General Assembly, congratulating Dick Fitzpatrick and his team. Fitzpatrick noted how supportive the Town of Woodbridge has been to the business over the many years, and was extremely appreciative of the “partnership and cooperation extended by First Selectman Cardozo and his office.”
Beyond celebrating three decades in Woodbridge, Crest Lincoln of Woodbridge also showcased a sampling of community members and local businesses as a “thank you” and nod to the “creativity and entrepreneurship of the region.”
Fine artwork prints and photography were displayed throughout Crest Lincoln’s sleek new showroom, featuring the works of local artists Jessie Rodrigues and Steven Cooper. New England Brewing Company (NEBCO) served lager and pale ale beers while the “Fleming Jenkins Band” performed bluegrass and soft rock music. “Crest Coupons,” providing discounts on services and purchases, were offered to all attendees. Refreshments from sweet treats to Thai cuisine, catered by Mai Thai Restaurant (501 Boston Post Road, Orange), and a door prize of two tickets to an upcoming NY Yankees game, compliments of Tina Ullmann of Vireo HR Advisory, made for a memorable evening. Both Mai Thai Restaurant and Vireo HR Advisory are Amity Chamber members.
Cohen said, “What makes Crest Lincoln such a pillar of automotive excellence in the region goes beyond cars, parts, and service. The dealership and the Fitzpatrick family have a long history of philanthropy and community engagement, as was witnessed this evening. The Chamber thanks Dick, Julie, and Peter for the dealership’s membership and trust and look forward to future collaborations.”
Crest Lincoln of Woodbridge has been a family-owned and run business since 1977 and prides itself on offering exceptional services and extremely customized shopping opportunities. To learn more, please visit https://www.crestwoodbridge.com/
