The annual LEAP Read-In on the New Haven Green last month was a great success and I was happy to be a part of it. The Leadership, Education & Athletics in Partnership (LEAP) has served thousands of children by getting them excited about reading and learning.
Rep. Toni Walker joined her New Haven colleagues in the legislature to announce that $28.7 million in critical state funding for 11 local initiatives and projects was approved July 25 by the State Bond Commission.
Rep. Toni Walker joined her colleagues for Gov. Malloy's ceremonial signing of new legislation that requires a racial and ethnic impact statement be prepared at the request of any legislator. "This new law will help my colleagues and I better understand the impact that potential policies could have on communities of color and help the legislature make better decisions," Rep. Walker said.
Great news for New Haven commuters who use Metro North and CT Transit buses. The governor and state Department of Transportation have announced that fare hikes and service cuts will NOT go into effect as planned on July 1.
