Treneé McGee

Governor Lamont and DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes have issued guidance for the fires and droughts that have swept through the state recently, and there is currently a burn ban on all public lands in Connecticut. I have included more information below.

You may remember last month that the Community Investment Fund (CIF) earmarked $250,000 for development planning for West Haven's downtown Village Improvement District. The deal is now sealed following the State Bond Commission's final approval this week!

You may have heard that early voting is underway in some states for the November 5th election, which includes races on all levels. It begins in Connecticut on Monday.

October is a month that highlights many important topics/initiatives including breast cancer awareness, domestic violence, and disability employment.

Several new laws passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect on Tuesday, October 1st.

I hope you are having a great week. I am happy to share some exciting news regarding Connecticut pension funds that will save taxpayers money now and later. It's Hispanic Heritage Month! Let's acknowledge and celebrate the creativity and impact of the Hispanic community in West Haven and everywhere else. There is more to check out in this week's newsletter. Keep scrolling.

Today, we honor the memory of those we lost on 9/11 and salute the courage of the heroes who risked everything. May we always remember their sacrifice and stand united in resilience and hope.

We are still early enough in the school year to provide a few helpful reminders about being especially careful when looking out for the students walking to and from bus stops and school bus safety in CT.