Chris Poulos

Checking on the construction with Lt. Governor Bysiewicz after the event.

Southington's Library Director, Tom Piezo, and with CT's Kid Governor and me.

Below, superheroes and princesses arrive and are introduced to the audience by Molly Virello, Southington Public Library's Head of Children's Services.

Please continue reading below for other noteworthy items, and thanks as always for taking the time to read them!

Stop by the Southington Coffee House to chat with me and my good friend from across the aisle this Sunday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. for the first of a series of Legislative Q&As that I will be hosting at local businesses during the month of February.

We hope to see and talk with you on Sunday.

Last week, I served as a judge for the American Legion’s oratorical contest on the U.S. Constitution. I was impressed by our high school students’ knowledge and their appreciation of our Country’s foundation of government. Congratulations to the Southington High School students who competed. All of you did a great job!

The 2024 Legislative Session starts on Wednesday, but I have been meeting with local leaders, knocking on doors and visiting local businesses to check in, which helps me learn about their priorities on a variety of issues.

Those I have met with in Southington include our Police Chief, Police Union Leadership, Fire Chief, Fire Union Leadership, representatives from AARP, Town Manager, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Executive Director of the Early Childhood Collaborative and YMCA Early Learning Center staff. I have knocked on 500 doors and spoken with numerous business owners. I have also met with the Police Advisory Association of CT (POACT) to learn about their priorities for public safety.

I will continue to meet with residents, businesses, and community organizations during the session whether it's in Southington or at the State Capitol.

I am also committed to keeping you informed and engaged in the democratic process in every way I can. 

The resources below will help you stay updated on crucial developments, events, proposed policies, and key discussions as they happen in Hartford. I urge you to please follow along and get involved.

Here's how you can stay connected and actively participate:  

• The non-partisan Office of Legislative Research (OLR) recently released the 2024 Major Issues Report. This comprehensive document highlights and summarizes key issues the legislature could take up during the upcoming session. 
• You can view the Connecticut General Assembly's upcoming events by checking out its schedule on the CGA official website. 
• Follow CT-N for live coverage of committee meetings, as well as House and Senate floor debates. 
• You can register to monitor any bill's journey as it goes through the legislative process. By signing up, you can enter the bill number and receive real-time updates. Stay informed with email notifications whenever there's a change in the bill's progress. 
• Visit this website for information on how to testify on a bill at a public hearing.

Together, we can make a positive impact and ensure that Southington's needs are represented in Hartford. 

Southington residents are reminded to renew their Transfer Station stickers. The 2023 stickers will expire on March 31.

You may renew by visiting the Southington Highway/Parks Department on Della Bitta Drive, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  You will be asked to provide your driver's license and the registration of the vehicle that is to be used.

Residents may also renew via mail. The mail-in renewal form is available by clicking here. You will need to include copies of your driver’s license and registration with the mail-in form.