Kadeem Roberts

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend the Sentenced Young & Growing Old: Toward Second Chances, Not Extreme Punishments event on Wednesday. It was on honor to sit on a panel with several experts and discuss the future of youth sentencing in the state. Thanks again to the Yale Institute on Incarceration and Public Safety for this great opportunity.

With fall comes cooler weather, changing leaves, and a number of new laws hitting the books. Several measures passed during the 2025 legislative session will take effect on Wednesday, October 1. Below is a brief overview of some of these important changes!

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through October 15!

From music and food to science, business, and public service—Hispanic and Latino communities shape Connecticut and our nation every day.

Let’s honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions that continue to inspire generations.

On October 1, the Yale Institute on Incarceration and Public Safety is hosting an event titled Sentenced Young & Growing Old: Toward Second Chances, Not Extreme Punishments.

Beginning on January 1, 2026, Connecticut’s minimum wage will increase from the current rate of $16.35 per hour to $16.94 per hour.

Earlier this week, I traveled to Philadelphia for a Council of State Governments East (CSG) conference. It was great to converse with a group of legislators from around the east coast.

As a reminder - Norwalk Councilmen Jalin Sead and Dajuan Wiggins and I will hold a school supply drive tonight. Parents and guardians will be able to pick up essential supplies to help prepare their children for the upcoming school year. Please note that the time has been changed - the event will now be held from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

The City of Norwalk will hold a mattress and box spring recycling collection on Saturday, September 27 from 9:00-12:00 PM at 15 South Smith Street in Norwalk. This free collection program recycles mattresses and box springs through the City’s partnership with the Mattress Recycling Council’s Connecticut Bye Bye Mattress Program.