Route 113 Set to Reopen on October 10
October 6, 2025Good news to share with you! The Connecticut Department of Transportation has completed its work, and the target date for the reopening of Route 113 has moved UP. Instead of October 20, the new anticipated opening is THIS FRIDAY, October 10.
New State Laws Take Effect October 1
September 30, 2025About 90 measures passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on October 1.
Stratford Delegation & Town Leaders Welcome $5.5 Million for Flood Mitigation
September 30, 2025The Community Investment Fund (CIF) Board approved the funds on September 30. It needs final approval from the State Bond Commission. If it receives final approval, construction is anticipated to start by January 2026, with completion expected by October 2027.
CT Becomes 40th U.S. NRC Agreement State
September 25, 2025When I served as chair of the Environment Committee, we passed legislation that would allow the state to enter an agreement with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (U.S. NRC) to regulate radioactive material licenses.
Today, Connecticut became the U.S NRC's 40th “Agreement State,” giving the state oversight over the handling of radioactive materials used by more than 100 Connecticut businesses in the research, manufacturing, and healthcare fields.
State Conveys Ella T. Grasso Property to Stratford
September 18, 2025It's been a long time coming, and we're finally seeing our hard work pay off. This week, the State of Connecticut officially conveyed the Ella T. Grasso property to the Town of Stratford.
More State Funding for Local Road Work
September 17, 2025Connecticut’s Town Aid Road (TAR) grant program is growing, rising from $60 million to $80 million in the new state budget.
Remembering September 11th
September 11, 2025Of the nearly 3,000 people killed in the September 11, 2001, attacks, 161 had ties to Connecticut. On this solemn anniversary, we reflect on the tragic events of 9/11 and honor every life taken. Their loved ones are in our hearts on this difficult day.
Second Wrong-Way Detection System Coming to Stratford
September 5, 2025Route 15 Northbound at Exit 36 in Stratford is the site of the second wrong-way driver detection system. The CTDOT will start installing it on Monday.