Brookfield Republicans have overwhelmingly nominated Karl Hinger as their candidate for first selectman. During Wednesday night’s caucus at Brookfield High School, Hinger received 131 votes, defeating Austin Monteiro, who got 66. Hinger’s running mate, Alan Donnelly, also won with 130 votes. Monteiro’s running mate, Tara Carr, received 69. Hinger, a four year resident who serves on the Zoning Board of Appeals, says he plans to focus on overdevelopment, housing, and fiscal responsibility. The Democrats have nominated Steve Dunn, who previously served as first selectman.