Dear Neighbor,



I hope this email finds you well. Below, you'll find updates on district resources and news. Please feel free to reach out to my office if you have any questions or concerns.



The topics covered in this e-newsletter are as follows:

• State Update
• Manchester Community Events and Information
• East Hartford Community Events and Information

Monday, the House of Representatives was in session to act on the following pieces of legislation:

 

HB 7066

An Act Concerning Interactions Between School Personnel And Immigration Authorities, The Purchase And Operation Of Certain Drones, Grants To Certain Nonprofit Organizations, And Student Athlete Compensation Through Endorsement Contracts And Revenue Sharing Agreements.

 

HB 7067

An Act Concerning An Emergency Certificate Of Need Application Process For Transfers Of Ownership Of Hospitals That Have Filed For Bankruptcy Protection, The Assessment Of Motor Vehicles For Property Taxation, A Property Tax Exemption For Veterans Who Are Permanently And Totally Disabled And Funding Of The Special Education Excess Cost Grant.

Thursday, I joined Speaker Matt Ritter (D-1st District), Rep. Jason Doucette (D-13th District), Rep. Tom Delnicki (R-14th District), and key advocates to support the Homes for CT Loan Program, a major step in addressing Connecticut’s affordable housing crisis. This bill will create a public-private partnership to provide low-cost financing for homebuilders, incentivizing the creation of affordable homes for low- to moderate-income buyers.



“Diversifying Connecticut’s housing stock must remain our top priority. The Homes for CT proposal will add another tool to incentivize the construction of new housing for our residents.”



With the demand for an increase in a diversified housing stock, this program will be another option within a larger solution to help our most cost-burdened families. Stay tuned as the bill moves through the legislature! You can check out my full remarks here: https://youtu.be/4SLhBhOlTZc

The House took action on tax relief for 100% permanently, and totally disabled Veterans....

The Office of United States Senator Richard Blumenthal and State House Square Management will Welcome the U.S. Passport Agency *and* TSA Pre-Check



For ON SITE SERVICES!



When:       Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Where:      90 State House Square, 10^th Floor, Hartford, CT 06103

Time:         9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

 

*To schedule an appointment please email – casework@blumenthal.senate.gov

*Walk-ins are welcome!

Town Resources

https://www.easthartfordct.gov/residents

 

Town Newsletters

Pulse of East Hartford     

East Hartford Public Schools

East Hartford Works

The Budget Adoption is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7pm in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room.

View the Full Schedule of FY26 Budget Workshops & Meetings by clicking here(PDF, 13KB).

Please note that workshops will be held in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room at 5:30 p.m.



Note: Workshop #2 Tuesday March 13, 2025 starts at 5:00 PM

The Public Hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room.



The meeting is a public meeting and as such members of the public can also attend the meeting in-person or remotely by means of video conferencing. Individuals who wish to speak remotely must complete a Request to Speak form by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. The meeting link will be sent to registered individuals prior to the meeting.

Request to Speak Form

Meetings will be conducted in person with remote access optional via Zoom.

Full Budget Schedule  

Complete the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan Survey

Make Your Priorities Count: Complete the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan Survey!



The Town of Manchester receives federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to improve housing, public services, and infrastructure for low- and moderate-income residents. Every five years, the Planning & Economic Development Department updates the Consolidated Plan, which serves as a strategic guide for using these funds. We need your input to help set priorities for the 2025-2029 cycle.



Help shape Manchester’s future! Take this 10-minute survey today and share it with your networks.



If you need a paper copy, don't hesitate to get in touch with Emma Petersen, Principal Comprehensive Planner, at epetersen@manchesterct.gov to coordinate.



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The Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation Winter/Spring Program and Event Guide is here!

The Town of East Hartford is in the process of adopting its annual budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The Town encourages all residents to participate in the budget workshops and provide valuable feedback.

Understanding how the Town plans its spending every year is essential for our community. The budget planning process is an open and transparent opportunity for all residents to learn about the Town’s priorities and contribute their input. Below are the key details for the upcoming budget workshops and meetings.

• The workshops will be held in the Town Council Chambers on the second floor of Town Hall (740 Main Street)
• Call-in options are unique to each workshop. Access details are listed on the public meeting calendar on the Town Council webpage here.

Residents are invited to engage in these meetings, where the Mayor and town directors will present and discuss the proposed budget for FY 26. The Mayor's recommended budget book will be available on the East Hartford Finance Department webpage. Once adopted, the book will be updated.

• FY 2026 Town Council Budget Presentations & Public Hearing Schedule
• Previous years’ adopted budgets

**Make Your Voice Heard!**



Join us for the Town Budget Public Hearing on March 5th, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM** at **East Hartford Town Hall** (740 Main Street, East Hartford, CT). This is your chance to actively shape the future of our community by sharing your thoughts and concerns about the town’s budget. Your input matters, so don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the decision-making process! We look forward to seeing you there! –

• FY 2026 Town Council Budget Presentations & Public Hearing Schedule
• Mayor Martin’s FY 25 recommended budget
• Previous years’ adopted budgets

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!



East Hartford Public Schools is excited to welcome our new kindergarten students for the 2025-2026 school year. Parents and guardians can register their student now and learn more about kindergarten at EHPS by visiting https://www.easthartford.org/kindergarten.



Please note the new state law requires that children turn 5 on or before September 1, 2025 to start kindergarten next year. Children who turn 5 between September 2 and September 30, 2025 can apply for a waiver through the online registration process. The waiver deadline is March 30, 2025.

My office is always open if you or your family are in need of assistance. Please do not hesitate to contact me by email at Jason.Rojas@cga.ct.gov or by phone at 860-240-8541.



Sincerely,



Jason Rojas