Geoff Luxenberg

I am very pleased to share that Manchester is receiving $180,00 in grant funding through LEAP.

Several new laws passed by the Connecticut General Assembly during the 2026 legislative session will take effect on Thursday, October 1st. Below is a brief overview of some of these important changes.

Meteorologists are forecasting a nor'easter that will bring heavy rain and strong winds to Connecticut this weekend. I would encourage you to take a moment today and tomorrow to make sure you are prepared.

I had the pleasure of attending the Manchester Public Library grand opening this Monday morning with my fellow Manchester delegation members, Governor Lamont, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz, Mayor Moran, Deputy Mayor Jones, and many members of the Manchester Board of Directors.

I hope you and your family are having a relaxing and safe summer. As we head into August and it is time to start thinking about back-to-school, I wanted to share information on the annual Connecticut Sales Tax Free Week and the new sales tax elimination on school supplies.

The 2026 Connecticut Sales Tax Free Week will take place from Sunday, August 16th, through Saturday, August 22nd.

Primary elections will take place on Tuesday, August 11, in municipalities where more than one candidate from the same political party has qualified for a particular office.

The new Paraeducator Preparation Academy is now accepting applications!

This week, Governor Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker announced a new six-week program to provide aspiring paraeducators with exam preparation, mentorship, and a pathway into Connecticut’s special education workforce.

Important notice for Manchester residents:

The last day the Mary Cheney Library Building will be open is Saturday, August 8th, 2026. Beginning Monday, August 10th, the building will be closed while materials are being moved to the new library building. The Grand Opening for the new Main Library will take place on Monday, September 14th at 10 am.