Farley Santos

During our legislative session Wednesday, I proudly voted to confirm David Arconti, a strong leader, to the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA).

There's a lot to talk about this week on the local, state and federal levels. Unfortunately, at the top of the list is more nonsensical, cruel and damaging cuts continuing to cascade from the federal government.

Some weeks are busier than others. But if there's an event that celebrates the city or its residents, I want to be there. The past week was no exception.

It's been another productive week and a half at the Capitol, where were finished work on the Banking and Veterans & Military Affairs committees. 

As the state representative for the 109th District, I'm pleased to announce Danbury has been recommended to receive $5 million from the Community Investment Fund for the revitalization of Downtown Danbury. 

We had a productive session on Wednesday, with a lot happening, including a deal secured for the $40 million in special education funding for our communities. Danbury is slated to receive close to $385,000 in additional funding by mid-April.

Winter in Danbury got a little hotter this year with the launch of Spice City FC, the city's new team in the Major Arena Soccer League 2.

I wrote an op-ed this week in the Danbury News-Times about recent rise in energy costs and what I’m doing about it along with my ongoing efforts for Danbury.