Legislative Updates & Police Accountability

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September 21, 2020
I hope this finds you well as we continue to move forward in this time of COVID. I was in New Jersey for a family event yesterday and the sign on the highway said, “Wash Hands, Wear a Mask and Maintain Distance.” You know I never miss the opportunity to remind you of those things.

Your help and support of these simple but critical public health strategies has continued to make a difference here in Connecticut. Thank you. I’d like to let you know about a number of ways that your input and participation are needed. Please take a look.
Census Deadline

If you haven’t completed your 2020 Census yet, click here. The 10 minutes it takes you translates to federal dollars for Fairfield, our surrounding region and our state. This simple step can provide support for our community for the next decade.

Listening Session

The ongoing Police Transparency and Accountability Task Force continues to seek input from Connecticut residents. Members of the community have the opportunity to voice their concerns and questions during two virtual sessions this Thursday at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Citizens, police officers, community leaders and advocates are all encouraged to reach out directly to the task force, as they are charged with providing additional recommendations to the next legislature.

"We will be reporting recommendations to the legislature and Governor and we need your input to make sure we represent all Connecticut voices." - Police Accountability Task Force.

The task force will be holding the twice-a-day, two-hour sessions every Thursday in September. To sign up for any of the upcoming sessions, visit here.
2021 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)

The Connecticut Department of Transportation has prepared a draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which lists all highway and public transit projects that CTDOT intends to pursue during the next four years and covers all towns within the State. Your input and suggestions are welcome and needed.

DRAFT 2021 STIP

Bridge and Safety Reports

On Wednesday September 23, 2020, two Virtual Public Informational Meetings will be held about the projects. The first will be at 1:00 p.m. and the second will be at 7:00 p.m.

CLICK HERE FOR VIRTUAL PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING INSTRUCTION

Individuals with limited internet access can listen to the meeting by calling (800) 369-2192 and entering the Participant Code when prompted: 4906163. The recording will also be available in the list of DOT virtual public meetings here.

All written comments must be received on or before October 9, 2020.  Comments should be addressed to:

Mrs. Maribeth Wojenski
Transportation Assistant Planning Director
Bureau of Policy and Planning
Connecticut Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 317546
Newington, CT 06131-7546

Or

Emailed

Please include your name, address, and if applicable, the name of the company or organization you represent with your response.