Stratford Delegation, Mayor Applaud Announcement of Grant Funding for Remediation Project
December 13, 2022The Stratford legislative delegation, including Representatives Joe Gresko, Phil Young, and Ben McGorty, Senator Kevin Kelly, and Stratford Mayor Laura Hoydick applauded the announcement that the Town of Stratford will receive a $973,000 grant to complete the remediation of the 10.5-acre site of the former Contract Plating Company pr
Improving Fiscal Outlook for Connecticut
December 7, 2022I am pleased to report that responsible budgeting and major structural changes made to pension and teachers' retirements plans are putting Connecticut on much more solid fiscal ground and saving taxpayers billions in debt payments.
To continue our efforts in easing the burden on families, my colleagues and I today voted to extend sweeping tax relief for the state, provide additional funding for energy assistance programs, and continue premium pay for frontline workers.
Speaker Ritter & Majority Leader Rojas Reappoint Gresko as Chair of the Environment Committee
December 5, 2022Speaker of the House Matt Ritter (D-Hartford) and House Majority Leader Jason Rojas (D-East Hartford, Manchester) today announced the reappointment of Rep. Joseph Gresko (D-Stratford) as House Chair of the Environment Committee.
New Haven Register: What recent changes to CT's 5-cent bottle return program mean for residents
November 30, 2022While lawmakers approved those changes in 2021, lingering supply chain issues have resulted in many retailers being unable to secure orders of new products that are stamped with the proper “return for deposit” or other markers to signify the bottles and cans are eligible for a nickel redemption, according to state Rep. Joe Gresko, D-Stratford.
More Tax Relief for CT Families
November 28, 2022As we head into the holiday season, we are reminded that many families in Connecticut are still facing added financial strain.
To continue our efforts in easing the burden on families, my colleagues and I today voted to extend sweeping tax relief for the state, provide additional funding for energy assistance programs, and continue premium pay for frontline workers.
Raymark Community Advisory Group Meeting: Nov. 30
November 25, 2022I wanted to be sure that you are aware of working beginning in the Beacon Point Area on Monday, November 28.
CT Insider: How's the water? New report details highs, lows of Long Island Sound quality
November 21, 2022While shouting over the wind and cries of seagulls state Rep. Joe Gresko of Stratford put a positive spin on Black Rock Harbor’s grade of D+.
“I don’t know how much worse you can get than an F minus,” said Gresko, referring to a previous grade. “But now we’re a D.”
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Small Business Saturday
November 21, 2022November 26 is Small Business Saturday – a day to support small businesses and show how much we appreciate the entrepreneurs that make up the fabric of our vibrant communities.