Updates from Rep. Haddad for Jan. 17, 2025

January 17, 2025


 
I grew up drinking home-delivered Mountain Dairy milk (it's so good).

It was particularly special to celebrate National Milk Day at Stearns Farm on Jan. 10 with the Stearns family, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, state Sen. Mae Flexer, and Mayor Toni Moran.
 
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let's take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary legacy of a leader whose vision of justice, equality, and nonviolent resistance transformed our nation and inspired the world. Dr. King's unwavering commitment to civil rights reminds us of the power of courage, compassion, and collective action to create meaningful change.

On Jan. 31, the University of Connecticut will hold its MLK Living Legacy Convocation from 6 to 8.30 p.m. at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Unit 3104, Storrs.

Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Todd Dulaney and UConn’s Voices of Freedom are scheduled to perform. Tickets are $15-$25 and can be purchased here. There is no charge for UConn students. 
 
Renovations at the Old Town Hall

The town has started the renovation of the Old Town Hall and the 1935 Town Office Building (954 Storrs Road) on Spring Hill. 

I joined Mayor Toni Moran, Town Manager Ryan Aylesworth, and Mansfield Historical Society Program Chair Bruce Clouette in offering remarks at the groundbreaking last week.

The $2 million project was bolstered through $834,000 in state bonding that I and state Sen. Mae Flexer secured in 2022.
 
Don't Be Scammed!
I want to make sure all of you stay safe and informed! A new scam is circulating where fraudsters are sending text messages claiming you have an unpaid toll and asking for payment. Please DO NOT click any links or provide any personal information.

Here are some tips from the FBI:
  • If you receive one of these messages, file a complaint with the IC3, www.ic3.gov. Include where the number of the originating text came from, and the website from which the number was generated.
  • Delete any scam texts received.
  • If you clicked any link or provided your information, take efforts to secure your personal information and financial accounts. Dispute any unfamiliar charges.
  • Always verify any toll-related charges directly through official state websites or customer service.

Stay vigilant and share this message with your friends and family to help protect our community!
 
 
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
I encourage you to get your taxes filed for FREE this year!  Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or VITA is a volunteer-supported program, that helps people making up to $68,000 annually file federal and state income tax preparation for FREE.

                                   Click here to find a location near you
VITA is available in the Hartford, Tolland, and Windham areas.   Last year, taxpayers received $28 million in refunds and credits due to the amazing group of volunteers.

Click here for more information on how to help Become a VITA volunteer today! 

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Taniqua Huguley at THuguley@unitedwayinc.org or 860-420-2141.
 
As always, please feel free to email me directly or call my office at (860) 240-8585 if I can be of any assistance. 

 
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