COVID-19 Cases on the Rise in the Valley
March 27, 2021Thursday, Derby was reported to have the highest number of new COVID-19 cases in the state and reported a per capita rate of 48.5. Ansonia's per capita rate was 41.2.
Residents 45+ Can Now Schedule Their COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment and More Updates
March 19, 2021If you are over the age of 45, you can start scheduling your COVID-19 vaccine appointments now! We are making real progress in our state and are getting closer to putting COVID-19 behind us.
Community Office Hours, House Convenes, and more
March 17, 2021If you have thoughts or questions about the 2021 legislative session that you want to share with me or State Senator Jorge Cabrera, join us for Community Office Hours on Saturday, March 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please email Liam.ODonnell@cga.ct.gov for the event link!
2021 Constituent Survey Available
February 4, 2021State Representative Kara Rochelle (D – Ansonia/Derby) is seeking input from the people of her district as she continues to prepare for the 2021 Legislative Session.
Advanced Manufacturing Certificate Program to be Expanded to Adult Learners
January 28, 2021State Representative Kara Rochelle (D – Ansonia, Derby) praises the anticipated expansion of Housatonic Community College's Advanced Manufacturing Technology Certificate Program at Derby High School to adult residents interested in careers in Advanced Manufacturing.
Budget Surplus Expected for FY 21
January 27, 2021Connecticut's consensus revenues were released last week, indicating Connecticut stands on more stable fiscal ground than previous projections anticipated. According to the Governor's Office of Policy and Management and the legislature's nonpartisan Office of Fiscal Analysis predict a budget surplus in fiscal year 2021.
How to Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine
January 13, 2021Yesterday, our state's COVID-19 positivity rate reached 10.72%, the highest level in months, making it even more important for eligible residents to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Our state is currently in Phase 1A of the vaccine rollout. Individuals included in this phase are essential frontline workers, long-term care residents and staff, and first responders.
Rep. Rochelle Swears In for Second Term
January 6, 2021"I want to first thank the residents of Ansonia and Derby for allowing me to bring their voices to the capitol and work on behalf of our community. I also want to thank Speaker of the House Matt Ritter and House Majority Leader Jason Rojas for entrusting me with these leadership positions to help build a more resilient state," said Rep. Rochelle.