Let's Talk About Juneteenth Independence Day
June 24, 2022On this episode of "Let's Talk About It," Executive Director of the Windham Textile and History Museum Kira Holmes and former Executive Director and Historian Jamie Eves join me to discuss Juneteenth Independence Day.
CT Expands Headstart to Housing
June 20, 2022I am pleased to announce Head Start on Housing, a cross-agency collaboration that will work to expedite housing subsidies for Head Start households. Housing is the most important foundation for a healthy and stable life, especially for children who are the most vulnerable segment of the population.
Let's Talk About CT's Improving Finances
June 17, 2022State Senator Cathy Osten joins me for this episode of "Let's Talk About It" to discuss Connecticut's improving financial circumstances.
CT Child Tax Credit Providing Boost to Families
June 16, 2022Since applications for the CT Child Tax Payment opened to the public on June 1, more than 90,000 households have filed to receive the $250 per child tax payment (up to three children). This was included in the $650 million tax relief package that House Democrats approved as part of the 2022 state budget to give much-needed financial relief and flexibility to working families across Connecticut.
Windham/Willimantic NAACP to Host Juneteenth Flag Raising
June 15, 2022On Thursday, June 16 at 4;30 p.m., join the Windham/Willimantic Branch of the NAACP and Town of Windham for its Juneteenth Flag Raising at the Windham Town Hall!
Let's Talk About the Shaboo Concert
June 13, 2022David Foster of the Shaboo All Stars joined me for this episode of "Let's Talk About It" to promote the Shaboo Concert. The concert was held in memory of Michael Finnigan to benefit the Covenant Soup Kitchen.
ParkConneCT is Back for the Summer Season
June 4, 2022ParkConneCT, a transportation service that offers fare-free buses to Connecticut beaches and state parks, is now open for the summer season. This expanded service will run through Labor Day. ParkConneCT makes our state parks and beaches more accessible, ensuring that all residents will be able to enjoy Connecticut's beautiful outdoor offerings.
Let's Talk About the 2022 Session
June 3, 2022On this episode of "Let's Talk About It" we discuss great community events. We also discuss initiatives the Connecticut General Assembly passed to expand access to community college, address children's mental and behavioral health, and more during the 2022 session.