Vernon Has Lost Two of its Leaders
March 25, 2024The Town of Vernon has lost two past leaders who have given so much to the community: Martin "Bo" Burke and Edward Daly.
Speaking on Behalf of our Local Students
March 8, 2024Today, the Government Administration and Elections Committee held a public hearing which partially involved testimony on changing the state insect to the Autumn Meadowhawk dragonfly. While this sounds like a trivial measure, I was very encouraged by the many students of our Center Road School that cared about the issue enough to want to involve themselves in the political process.
Speaking on the Tax Incidence Study
February 28, 2024Today, I spoke at a Press Conference on the Tax Incidence Study alongside many other concerned legislators.
Farm-to-School Project Grant Awarded to Vernon
February 23, 2024A grant has been awarded to the Skinner Road Elementary School for $4,887 as a part of CT's Farm-to-School Project.
Millions Approved for Heating Assistance
February 14, 2024Today, we approved $17 million in additional cold weather heating assistance funds – many residents and families who receive assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) or Operation Fuel will have access to funds to ensure they can heat their homes through the cold weather season.
The Start to the Session
February 9, 2024The legislative session has officially started! On Wednesday, I was in Hartford to commence this year's busy and productive process to make Connecticut's future the best it can be.
The Legislative Session is Almost Here
February 2, 2024The Legislative session begins next week, on Wednesday, February 7th, and I am committed to keeping you informed and engaged in the democratic process.
Updates for Vernon before the Legislative Session
January 26, 2024This week, I had the privilege of attending End Hunger CT's press conference on providing free school meals for students, a legislative priority for my colleagues and I. Additionally, Vernon is receiving $1,000,000 for Grove Court Extension Renovations.