Nick Gauthier

With the uncertainty surrounding the federal government's shutdown, including its impact on SNAP benefits and Access Health premiums, the United Way of Connecticut’s 211 has published a new resource to help provide up-to-date information.

This resource, which can be found here, outlines the current status of federal programs and provides direct links to state and community resources for those affected.

I encourage you all to not only use the resource, but to share it with those you believe can use it.

FYI: 211 is not directly impacted by the federal government shutdown and continues to operate 24/7/365. 

Early Voting Has Begun

Early voting has started, and will end Sunday, Nov. 2. Hours are daily (Sunday through Saturday) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except on Tuesday, Oct. 28 and Thursday, Oct. 30, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Same-day registration will be available during early voting hours and on Election Day. 

• The early voting location in Montville is Montville Town Hall, located at 310 Norwich–New London Turnpike in Uncasville.
• The early voting location in Waterford is the auditorium in Waterford Town Hall, 15 Rope Ferry Road in Waterford.

Absentee Ballots must be received by 8 p.m., before closing on Nov. 4, Election Day.  Please mail your ballot early so it's received before polls close on Nov. 4. 

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct an in-person public information meeting concerning lane reconfigurations on Route 32 at Old Norwich Road and State Route 693 on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 6 p.m. at Waterford Town Hall,15 Rope Ferry Road, in Waterford. A formal design presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. The meeting location is ADA accessible.

The public information meeting is being held to provide the public and local community the opportunity to offer comments or ask questions regarding the proposed project. A question-and-answer session will immediately follow the presentation. For instructions on accessing the meeting and ways to provide comments and ask questions, please visit portal.ct.gov/DOTWaterford0152-0163.

Construction is anticipated to begin fall 2027 based on the availability of funding and approval of permits. The estimated construction cost for this project is approximately $11 million. This project is anticipated to be undertaken with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds. 

The Waterford Public Library is hosting walk-in sessions for the general public who need help signing up for health insurance through the CT Marketplace is scheduled for the following dates (Access Health CT will be on site to assist):

Friday, Oct. 31, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 21, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 19, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Help is available in the lower level of the library.