Former Rep. Arconti's Confirmation Hearing
April 10, 2025During yesterday's session, former Danbury State Rep. David Arconti was confirmed as a Utility Commissioner of PURA.
UConn Parade This Saturday
April 8, 2025The Huskies are home and It’s time to celebrate the best basketball team in the nation! Don’t miss the victory parade honoring 2025 NCAA champs UConn Women's Basketball.
CIF Allocation for Danbury
March 11, 2025Great news for Danbury! Great news! The Community Investment Fund (CIF) board has allocated $5 million to the Downtown Danbury's Revitalization: Streetscapes for the Future Project.
Wrong Way Driver Detection Installation in Danbury
March 8, 2025The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced that Wrong Way Driver Detection Installations will be performed on I-84 at Exit 2 eastbound and Exit 8 westbound in Danbury. This project is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, March 12. The project consists of installation of the wrong way driver system on I-84 Eastbound, Exit 2 in Danbury.
Priority Bill 5003 Early Childhood Care and Education Fund
March 7, 2025Affordable and accessible childcare is essential for Connecticut families and businesses to thrive. H.B. 5003, a top legislative priority for House Democrats this session, will expedite funding for families, attract and retain childcare educators, and enhance both new and existing childcare facilities.
Wrong Way Driver Detection Installations on I-84 in Danbury
March 6, 2025The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT is announcing that Wrong Way Driver Detection Installations will be performed on I-84 at Exit 2 eastbound and Exit 8 westbound in Danbury. This project is scheduled to occur on Wednesday, March 12. The project consists of installation of the wrong way driver system on I-84 Eastbound, Exit 2 in Danbury.
Veterans’ Property Tax Exemption
February 26, 2025The Connecticut House of Representatives also took a significant step in supporting veterans by passing legislation that provides much-needed tax relief for those who are 100% permanently and totally disabled due to their military service. This bill recognizes the sacrifices made by these veterans and aims to ease their financial burden by reducing property tax obligations, allowing them to keep more of their hard-earned income for essential needs.
Special Education Funding
February 25, 2025Last night, House of Representatives voted to approve an immediate $40 million injection of state funding to cities and towns to support Special Education needs for the current fiscal year. This funding will be allocated through the Excess Cost Grant program and distributed through a tiered reimbursement structure that prioritizes funding for the neediest cities and towns. The City of Danbury's special education funding is set to increase by $384,892. (Please note that these are preliminary numbers and are subject to revision.)