Geoff Luxenberg

This week, Governor Lamont announced $12 million in funding through the CTDOT's Community Connectivity Grant Program (CCGP), awarded to 17 towns and cities, including $800,000 for Manchester.

Connecticut’s housing market is among the most constrained in the nation. Rising rents and limited supply make it harder for families to find affordable homes. The housing bill passed by the House during this week’s Special Session delivers real solutions.

All Connecticut SNAP recipients have access to their FULL November benefits on their EBT cards.

During the fifth annual Heating Assistance Awareness Month this November, I want to highlight programs available to help pay or lower heating bills and keep homes warm this winter.

Open Enrollment for Access Health CT's (AHCT) health and dental insurance remains on track to begin Saturday, November 1st, and end Monday, December 15th, for plans beginning at the start of next year. Residents can enroll until Thursday, January 15th, 2026, for plans beginning in February 2026.

Great news! This week, Governor Lamont and the Department of Education awarded $5.3 million in state funding through the After-School Grant Program to support programs across the state, including the Manchester Early Learning Center (MELC).

With municipal elections coming up on Tuesday, November 4th, the deadline to register to vote is this Friday, October 17th, and early voting will begin next week on Monday, October 20th.

Congratulations to Manchester for being named one of Sustainable CT's Climate Leaders of 2025 and for receiving Gold-level certification for the town's actions towards climate justice!