Applauding Approval of Land Purchase to Fix Dangerous Intersection at Oakland and Woodbridge Streets
April 6, 2022I applaud Monday's approval by the State Properties Review Board (SPRB) that allows the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) to purchase a portion of a freight rail line in Manchester, which will create an affordable and advantageous way to fix the dangerous intersection at Oakland and Woodbridge Streets.
Tax Preparation Resources
March 1, 2022The deadline to file your federal and state taxes is April 18, which will be here before you know it!
$3 Million for Center Springs Park Improvements on Bond Agenda
December 20, 2021Funding for $3 million in improvements to Center Springs Park is on the State Bond Commission meeting agenda, which is "huge" news for Manchester.
The COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced the importance of outdoor spaces, and that is why I fought hard for this funding, which is also an investment in Manchester. I am truly appreciative of Governor Lamont, Speaker Ritter, Majority Leader Rojas and commission members for understanding the value of this project for our town's residents.
Cap Rising on Allowable Construction Costs for Crumbling Foundations
December 13, 2021As a member and founder of the bipartisan Crumbling Foundations Caucus, I wanted to provide you an important update.
The cap on allowable construction costs will rise to $190,000 from $175,000 for stand-alone homes, and to $76,000 from $70,000 for condominium units, effective January 5, 2022.
Energy Assistance Programs in CT
December 8, 2021Increasing fuel prices will present additional challenges to keep warm this winter season.
For those who need help, I want to share information on available energy assistance services.
Some of the energy assistance programs available include:
2021 Redistricting in Manchester
November 19, 2021Redistricting is the process by which new congressional and state legislative district boundaries are redrawn every ten years following the completion of the U.S. Census.
COVID Vaccines for Kids
October 27, 2021Yesterday, the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) independent advisory group recommended that the Pfizer-BioNTech application for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for its COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 through 11 be approved.
COVID Vaccine Booster Availability
October 25, 2021Over the last week, the FDA has issued emergency approval of both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster vaccines to combat COVID-19.