Steven Mullins 
Dad, Activist and Community Leader 

A Son of West Haven 

Commissioner Steven R. Mullins is defined by his unwavering commitment to the people of West Haven. Throughout his endeavors, two core principles remain constant: his dedication to preventing youth substance abuse and his tireless efforts to foster harmony among diverse racial and ethnic communities. Commissioner Mullins' journey in service to West Haven began with his graduation from West Haven High School in 1993. During his high school years, he displayed a deep passion for serving his community. Elected as class president for three consecutive years, he also actively participated in student government and played a pivotal role as the inaugural president of SADD (now known as Students Against Destructive Decisions). Additionally, he showcased his athletic prowess as a distance runner on the high school cross country and track teams. Continuing his pursuit of knowledge and personal growth, Commissioner Mullins earned a degree in business management from Berkeley College in White Plains, New York. Post-graduation, he embarked on a multifaceted career path, encompassing roles in residential and commercial property management, as well as sales and marketing across various industries. In 1996, Democratic Mayor H. Richard Borer, Jr. appointed Commissioner Mullins to the race relations task force, a collaboration with the United States Department of Justice. Within this task force, he assumed leadership as Chairman of the Police Affairs Subcommittee. Later, in November 2006, Commissioner Mullins accepted an invitation from Democratic Mayor John Picard to serve as a Planning and Zoning Commissioner—a role he faithfully fulfilled for 16 years. During his tenure, he demonstrated effective leadership by reintroducing Robert's Rules of Order, enhancing meeting efficiency, and expediting decision-making processes. Commissioner Mullins also played a pivotal role in guiding West Haven's adoption of the current Plan of Conservation and Development and advocated for equitable treatment of all applicants appearing before the Commission. Commissioner Mullins' dedication to public service extends beyond local government. Elected as Justice of the Peace by the West Haven Republican Town Committee in 1999, he has also served as a State of Connecticut elections moderator and assistant registrar for an extended period. Annually, he awards scholarships to deserving West Haven High School students, making a meaningful impact on their educational pursuits. In his early twenties, Commissioner Mullins embarked on a mission as an Episcopal Church missionary, contributing to Habitat for Humanity in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. He expanded his horizons further through visits to Eastern Europe and the Middle East as part of the Holocaust Education Prejudice Reduction Program. Faith plays a central role in his life as an Anglo-Catholic communicant of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit in West Haven. Beyond his church involvement, Commissioner Mullins holds leadership positions in various organizations, including President of the Diocese of Connecticut Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians, President of the West Haven Black Heritage Committee, Vice President of the West Haven Lions Club, and past master of West Haven's Annawon Lodge #115, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons.
He is also an active member of the Allingtown Volunteer Fire Association. Commissioner Mullins shares his life with his beloved wife, Jean Mullins, and together they have two children, Nora, aged 19, and Steven Christian, aged 16.