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This week, I headed to Farmington High School for an incredible CAS-CIAC event. I’m so proud of the student athletes and organizers who made it such a powerful celebration of leadership and sportsmanship!
From there, it was off to the Plainville Town Council meeting, where two major resolutions passed: one for the POCD and one for the PFD. This council continues to show up, do the work, and move our town forward. I’m grateful for their dedication and collaboration.
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Time is running out to register to vote in the upcoming November 4th municipal election. Click here to check if you are eligible to vote.
Then, click here to access the Connecticut Online Voter Registration System (CVRS) to register online.
Same Day Registration (SDR) is also available during the early voting period (Monday, October 20, through Sunday, November 2) 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., there are extended hours on October 28 & 30 from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
For those already registered to vote, you can find your early voting locations below:
- Plainville - early voting is taking place at the Municipal Center (1 Central Square)
- Farmington- early voting is taking place at the Town Hall Pavillon (rear lot of Town Hall, 1 Monteith Drive)
- Southington - early voting is taking place at the Town Hall (75 Main St)
Click here to find your designated Early Voting locations.
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As the federal government shutdown continues, many Connecticut residents are facing uncertainty. United Way of Connecticut’s 211 has published a new resource to help. Click here to take a look at the resource that outlines the current status of federal programs and provides direct links to state and community resources for those affected.
211 is not directly impacted by the federal government shutdown and continues to operate 24/7/365. It’s never been more important to connect residents with trained contact specialists who provide personalized, confidential assistance for basic needs. In many cases, a single call results in multiple new referrals and supports, drawn from their up-to-date database of more than 40,000 community resources.
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In the rest of this week's eblast, you can read about drug takeback day, emergency energy assistance, and more. You can click the links below to navigate between sections.
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The Generation Power CT (GPCT) Emergency Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time grant of up to $500 to help eligible Connecticut households with electric, gas, or fuel expenses.
Increasing energy costs are a challenge for many in the state, but through this program, GPCT has helped to provide families across Connecticut with secure access to heat, power, and water. |
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All GPCT energy programs are available to income-eligible households making up to 75% SMI gross household income. Each income-eligible household that receives a GPCT Energy Assistance Award will receive up to $500 toward a future fuel delivery or toward a past-due utility bill.
For the best chance of approval, and to make full use of this once-per-12-months grant, GPCT strongly encourages households to apply for assistance when they are most in need. GPCT has three energy assistance cycles coming up, including Nov 2-10.
The other dates:
To learn more about eligibility requirements and application materials, please click HERE.
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A reminder that Saturday, October 25th is National DEA Drug Take-Back Day from10am-2pm. This is an opportunity to drop off expired, unwanted or unused controlled substances that you may have in your home.
Officials will collect pills, tablets, capsules, and other solid forms of prescription drug. Liquids (including intravenous solutions), syringes, and illegal drugs will not be accepted.
Click here to find the closest site to you and for more info.
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The Snowflake FlairCongregational Church of Plainville (130 West Main St., Plainville)Saturday, Nov. 8, 9am-2pmRead more here
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Frank Robinson Thanksgiving Bowling ClassicLessard Lanes (136 New Britain Ave., Plainville)Saturday, Nov. 22, 4-7pmRead more here
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The Great Pumpkin at Hill-SteadHill-Stead Museum (35 Mountain Rd., Farmington)Saturday, Nov. 1, 1-4pmRead more here
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Recycle Your Pumpkin
Sub-Edge Farm (199 Town Farm Rd., Farmington)
November 1-30, farm shop hours - Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm - Sunday, 10am-3pm
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Halloween Fest at the Drive-InSouthington Drive-In (995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Southington)Saturday, Oct. 25, event starting at 3pmRead more here
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Sincerely,
Rebecca Martinez
State Representative |
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