Aimee Berger-Girvalo

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.

Just a few updates and resources this week, but as we get into the Holiday Season, keep checking these weekly updates for local events and opportunities to donate to those around us who need our help.

The Veterans & Military Affairs Committee is hosting an informational hearing on Wednesday, November 8, at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford, Room 2C, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

During this period, individuals can enroll for the first time, renew their coverage, and explore the various policy options to see which will be the most beneficial. 

I have a lot of information to share with you this week!

A few highlights:

National Mammography Day - have you scheduled your mammogram? Early detection saves lives. 

October is National Principals Month and we're honoring the hard work of the principals here in Ridgefield.

Ridgefield Police will be a drop-off point for the DEA's National Drug Take Back Day on October 28.

Our local Meals on Wheels program is looking for volunteers.

$500,000 in state funding has been approved for the replacement of the Mountain Road culvert.

So much to share with you - special session, STEAP grant for Ridgefield, new voting machines, paying down the long-term pension debt, events, seeking legislative interns, and more!

On October 4, FEMA & the FCC will run a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System around 2:20 p.m. Your cell phones, TVs, and radios will be included in this test.