Hey Neighbors!
On Tuesday, November 28, Governor Ned Lamont held a press conference to address his decision to remove the vote on our Electric Vehicle (EV) Transition Plan from the Regulation Review Committee's agenda. He explained what all of us on the Climate Caucus have echoed: this is only a bump in the road towards a cleaner future.
I have proudly served as a leader in the Climate Caucus. We have held multiple meetings with the caucus members, advocates for clean air, and the Governor himself over the last few weeks. We are all in agreement that ensuring a smart, common-sense policy that is inclusive of affordability and equity must be a priority. And in that endeavor, I look forward to using my leadership role as the vice chair of the Transportation Committee to make safer and more affordable measures a part of our electric vehicle plan. We are focused on collaborating with important stakeholders like EV manufacturers, local businesses, municipalities, and residents to ensure infrastructure necessary to support this transition, such as charging stations, is widely available. While Connecticut is not likely to dictate the EV market, the actions we take now will better prepare our communities for the inevitable transition to alternative sources of energy.
I am committed to delivering the residents of CT clean air legislation that focuses on our health and safety, in a manner that is affordable and achievable.
On another note, I am excited to report that several organizations in Ridgefield have received supporting arts grants from the state. One of the greatest draws to our community is our variety of vibrant arts and the cultural opportunities and programs. It’s wonderful to see these organizations being supported.
Hope to see you on Main Street this weekend for our annual Holiday Stroll! As always feel free to reach out if I can assist you in any way!
Best,
Aimee
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