MALLOY RELEASES FACT SHEET ON HOW TO APPLY FOR STORM SANDY DISASTER ASSISTANCE

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today released a useful fact sheet for Connecticut residents seeking information on how to apply for federal disaster assistance resulting from Storm Sandy.  The fact sheet provides step-by-step details on how the FEMA application process works and can be downloaded at www.ct.gov/sandy.

“Right now, one of our top priorities following Storm Sandy is to help individuals and business owners get their lives back to normal as quickly as possible,” Governor Malloy said.  “This fact sheet is a one stop resource for residents – one that will be regularly updated with the latest information.”

The fact sheet will continue to be updated in the coming days as developments are made and additional assistance may become available.

When registering for the assistance, the Governor and FEMA are encouraging residents to utilize the online registration method at www.DisasterAssistance.gov in order to expedite the registration process and avoid potential telephone hold times.

**Download: Fact Sheet on Applying for Storm Sandy Disaster Assistance in Connecticut

Here's How to Report Price Gouging

Connecticut's price-gouging laws have taken effect because the governor declared a state of emergency.

The following restrictions apply:

• No one shall increase the price of any retail item in a location which is subject to a disaster emergency declaration issued by the Governor. This section shall not prohibit the usual fluctuation in price that occurs during the normal course of business. (Section 42-230)
• If consumers believe a business is charging an unreasonable price, or has raised its price to take advantage of the emergency, they can contact the Department of Consumer Protection at 1-800-842-2649.

Special thanks to State Senator Len Suzio for proactively sending this out.

90,000 new voters in Connecticut have registered leading up to National Voter Registration Day

HARTFORD — Secretary of the State Denise Merrill says nearly 90,000 new voters in Connecticut have registered, making them eligible to cast ballots in the November election.

On Tuesday, National Voter Registration Day, Merrill said 18-to-29-year-olds represent the largest group of new voters, with 39,277 signing up since January.

Of the newly registered voters, the largest block — 39,602 — are unaffiliated.

There are also 30,736 newly registered Democrats and 17,115 newly registered Republicans. Nearly 2 million people registered to vote.

It's Time to Register for the August 14th Primaries

Denise Merrill

Secretary of the State

Connecticut

Merrill: Voter Registration Deadlines for August 14^th Primaries Fast Approaching

Secretary of the State Reminds Eligible Voters Who Want to Cast a Primary Ballot they Have One Week to Register as Democrats or Republicans by Mail

Hartford:  Secretary of the State Denise Merrill today is reminding eligible voters who want to cast a ballot in the upcoming statewide primaries on August 14, 2012 that voter registration deadlines are fast approaching.  Anyone wishing to cast a ballot on August 14^th must register as a Democrat or a Republican by Monday, August 13^th in-person at their town offices. Mail in registration forms must be received no later than Thursday August 9^th in order to be processed before the primaries. Also, registration forms delivered to town offices by anyone other than the voter must be turned in no later than August 9^th in order for those voters to be eligible to cast primary ballots.  Voters can check online at www.sots.ct.gov to see if they are registered to vote and where their polling place is located, as well as download voter registration forms and applications for absentee ballots.  Absentee ballots for the primary are available now and will be counted as long as they are received by town clerks by 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday August 14^th.

“The 2012 Statewide Primary Elections are rapidly approaching on Tuesday, August 14^th,” said Secretary Merrill, Connecticut’s chief elections official. “I am reminding all eligible, non-registered voters to register either in person or by mail so they can take part in deciding the candidates for the November General Elections. Come out to the polls and let your voice be heard!  Only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote, so if you are unaffiliated you must enroll with a major party by Monday August 13^th at noon in order to cast a primary ballot.”

Nearly 2,000,000 Connecticut citizens are registered to vote. Almost 50,000 voters are newly registered since January 1^st, 2012.  In that same time, more than 6,100 unaffiliated voters have registered with a major party to be eligible to vote in the primaries, with 3,407 becoming Democrats and 2,705 affiliating as Republicans.  More than 2,500 17 year-old voters have also registered to vote so far this year, and are eligible to vote in the statewide primary so long as they will turn 18 by the November 6^th general election.  Polls will be open statewide for Registered Democrats and Republicans on Tuesday August 14, 2012 from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The list of at least 24 primaries taking place in the state of Connecticut can be found below (endorsed candidates are indicated by *):

Office	Party	Candidate
United States Senator	Republican	*Linda E. McMahon
		Christopher Shays
United States Senator	Democratic	*Christopher S. Murphy
		Susan Bysiewicz
Representative in Congress – 2	Republican	*Paul M. Formica
		Daria Novack
Representative in Congress – 5	Republican	*Andrew Roraback
		Justin Bernier
		Lisa Wilson Foley
		Mark Greenberg
Representative in Congress – 5	Democratic	*Chris Donovan
		Elizabeth Esty
		Dan Roberti
State Senate – 19	Democratic	*Tom Reynolds
		Catherine A. Osten
State Senate – 23	Democratic	*Ernest E. Newton II
		Andres Ayala, Jr.
		Edwin A. Gomes
State Senate – 33	Democratic	*James Crawford
		Mary Ellen Klinck
Assembly District – 3	Democratic	*Minnie Gonzalez
		Victor M. Luna, Jr.
Assembly District – 5	Democratic	*Leo Canty
		Brandon McGee
		Donald Trinks
Assembly District – 6	Democratic	*Edwin Vargas, Jr.
		Hector Luis Robles
Assembly District – 13	Democratic	*Joe Diminico
		Tom Gullotta
Assembly District – 35	Democratic	*Tom Vicino
		Tony A. Palermo
Assembly District – 58	Democratic	*Kathy Tallarita
		David Alexander
Assembly District – 63	Democratic	*Michael J. Renzullo
		Doug Bendetto
Assembly District – 75	Democratic	*Victor Cuevas
		Davis Aldarondo
Assembly District – 91	Democratic	*John P. Flanagan
		Michael C. D’Agostino
Assembly District – 107	Republican	*Harold A. Shaker
		David A. Scribner
Assembly District – 116	Democratic	*Louis P. Esposito, Jr.
		David C. Forsyth
Assembly District - 128	Democratic	*Christina M. Ayala
		Angel Reyes
Assembly District – 132	Democratic	*Sue Brand
		Kevin Coyner
Hamden – Bethany Probate District	Democratic	*Craig B. Henrici
		Edward C. Burt, Jr.
Registrar of Voters - Hartford	Republican	*Salvatore A. Bramante
		Nyesha C. McCauley
Registrar of Voters – Hartford	Democratic	*Ramon L. Arroyo
		Olga Iris Vazquez

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President Obama has signed the Connecticut Emergency Declaration

President Obama has signed the Connecticut Emergency Declaration. See email from the White House below.

Please contact Colleen Flanagan with any questions.

Colleen Flanagan
Director of Communications
Governor Dannel P. Malloy
Colleen.Flanagan@ct.gov
860.770.8090

 

THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 27, 2011

President Obama Signs Connecticut Emergency Declaration

The President today declared an emergency exists in the State of Connecticut and ordered federal aid to supplement state and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irene beginning on August 26, 2011, and continuing.

The President's action authorizes the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to coordinate all disaster relief efforts which have the purpose of alleviating the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency on the local population, and to provide appropriate assistance for required emergency measures, authorized under Title V of the Stafford Act, to save lives and to protect property and public health and safety, and to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in all counties in the State of Connecticut.

Specifically, FEMA is authorized to identify, mobilize, and provide at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impacts of the emergency. Emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance, will be provided at 75 percent federal funding.

W. Craig Fugate, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security, named Gary Stanley as the Federal Coordinating Officer for federal recovery operations in the affected area.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION MEDIA SHOULD CONTACT: FEMA NEWS DESK AT (202) 646-3272 OR FEMA-NEWS-DESK@DHS.GOV

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WALLINGFORD – Updated Hurricane Irene information via the town website - Hurricane Irene - Shelter Information

Credit where credit is due – the town has done a good job of providing information regarding the upcoming storm.

Here are the links as provided by the Wallingford Municipal Website.

As originally published - Hurricane Irene - Shelter Information

Wallingford Police Department
Shelter Information

EMERGENCY CALLS
9-1-1

Routine Police and Fire Department Services
203-294-2800

Routine Electric Power Outages
203-265-5055

The shelter for Hurricane Irene, if and when declared open, will be Mark T. Sheehan High School 142 Hope Hill Road, Wallingford, CT. 06492.

 

WHAT TO BRING TO A SHELTER

• Photo identification (Driver's License)

• Baby food/formula, diapers, wipes, teething gel, ointment

• Change of clothing

• Blankets

• Food& snacks, non-perishable, 3-day supply

• Sleeping bags

• Cell phone

• Pillows

• Flashlight& extra batteries

• Hygiene or sanitary products

• Battery powered radio & extra batteries

• Medications, prescription & over-the-counter

• Eyeglasses

• Entertainment (toys, books, games, etc.)

• Dentures

• Cash, checkbook, credit cards

 

Important Papers:

• Social security cards

• Proof of residence (deed or lease)

• Insurance policies

• Birth certificate

• Marriage certificate

• Stocks, bonds, and other negotiable certificates

• Wills, deeds, copies of recent tax returns

WALLINGFORD – Updated Hurricane Irene information via the town website - Hurricane Preparation Recommendations

Credit where credit is due – the town has done a good job of providing information regarding the upcoming storm.
Here are the links as provided by the Wallingford Municipal Website.
As originally published - Hurricane Preparation Recommendations
Hurricane Watch
Hurricane conditions are a threat within 36 hours. Review your hurricane plans, keep informed and be ready to act if a warning is issued.

Hurricane Warning
Hurricane conditions are expected within 24 hours. Complete your storm preparations and leave the area if directed to do so by authorities.

Preparations
Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical information from the National Weather Service.
Bring in anything that can be picked up by the wind (bicycles, lawn furniture).
Turn the refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting and keep them closed as much as possible so that food will last longer if the power goes out.
Fill your car’s gas tank
Create an evacuation plan
Plan routes to local shelters
Clear catch basins near your home to prevent flooding

Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days
Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days
non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices, foods for infants or the elderly, snack foods, non-electric can opener, cooking tools / fuel, paper plates / plastic utensils
First Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription Drugs
Flashlight / Batteries
Radio - Battery operated and NOAA weather radio
Telephones - Fully charged cell phone with extra battery
Cash (with some small bills) and Credit Cards - Banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periods
Keys
Documents - in a waterproof container or watertight resealable plastic bag (insurance, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, etc).
Pet care items for home and evacuation to a shelter. Proper identification / immunization records / medications, ample supply of food and water, a carrier or cage, muzzle and leash

WALLINGFORD – Updated Hurricane Irene information via the town website - Huracán Irene - Recomendaciones para Prepararse para el Huracán

Credit where credit is due – the town has done a good job of providing information regarding the upcoming storm.

Here are the links as provided by the Wallingford Municipal Website.

As originally published - Recomendaciones para Prepararse para el Huracán

FYI – I don’t know Spanish so I am taking this off the website as is; if there are any clarifications or anything needs to be appended I am sure one of my friends that knows Spanish will help me out. (Where are Dora and Boots when you really need them?)

Departamento de Policía de Wallingford

Información sobre refugio

Llamadas de Emergencia 9-1-1

Para reportar pérdida de energía eléctrica 203-265-5055

Servicios Rutinarios de los Departamentos de Policía y Bomberos 203-294-2800

El refugio para el Huracán Irene, en caso de y cuando se declare la emergencia será
Mark T. Sheehan High School
142 Hope Hill Road, Wallingford, CT. 06492.

QUE DEBE TRAER AL REFUGIO

• Documento de identificación con foto (Licencia de conducir)

• Comida para bebés/formula, pañales, pañitos húmedos, gel para las encías, pomada

• Mudas de ropa

• Cobijas

• Alimentos & refrigerios, no perecederos con suministro para 3 días

• Sleeping bags

• Teléfono celular

• Almohadas

• Linternas y pilas adicionales

• Productos de limpieza sanitaria

• Radio de pilas con pilas adicionales

• Medicinas recetadas y sin receta médica

• Anteojos

• Objetos para entretenerse (juguetes, libros, juegos, etc.)

• Dentadura postiza

• Dinero en efectivo, chequera, tarjetas de crédito

Documentos Importantes:

• Tarjeta de Seguro Social

• Prueba de Residencia (escritura o contrato de arriendo)

• Pólizas de Seguro

• Certificado de Nacimiento

• Certificado de Matrimonio

• Acciones, bonos y otros certificados negociables

•Testamentos, escrituras, copias recientes de formularios de impuestos.

Consejos/Recomendaciones Para Prepararse Para el Huracán

Conozca la Diferencia

Estar Pendiente de la Tormenta (Hurricane Watch)

Las condiciones del huracán representan una amenaza en 36 horas. Revise sus planes para el huracán, manténgase informado y esté listo para reaccionar si se emite una advertencia.

Advertencia de Huracán (Hurricane Warning)

Las condiciones del huracán se esperan dentro de 24 horas. Complete sus preparaciones para la tormenta y salga del área si las autoridades así lo indican.

Recomendaciones para Prepararse para el Huracán

• Escuche la estación de radio “NOAA Weather” para recibir importante información del Servicio Nacional del Estado del Tiempo.

• Guarde adentro de la casa todo lo que pueda ser levantado por el viento (Bicicletas, muebles del patio etc.)

• Ponga el termostato de la nevera en el punto más frío y manténgalo cerrado lo máximo posible, de esa manera los alimentos durarán más tiempo si se pierde la energía eléctrica

• Llene el tanque de gasolina de su vehículo

• Prepare un plan de evacuación

• Planee rutas al refugio local

• Agua – Por lo menos un gallón diario por persona de 3 a 7 días

• Alimentos – suficiente para por lo menos de 3 a 7 días empacado de manera no perecedera o enlatada/jugos, alimentos para bebés o ancianos, refrigerios, abridor de lata no eléctrico, materiales para cocinar/combustible, platos/cubiertos de plástico

• Botiquín de Primeros Auxilios / Medicinas / Medicinas con Receta Médica

• Linterna / Pilas

• Radio – de pilas y en la estación de “NOAA Weather”

• Teléfonos – completamente cargados y con batería adicional

• Dinero en Efectivo (con billetes de cantidades pequeñas) y tarjetas de crédito- Bancos y cajeros automáticos no estarán disponibles por algún tiempo

• LLaves

• Documentos – en un contenedor o paquete a prueba de agua o (seguros, documentos médicos, número de cuentas bancarias, tarjeta del seguro social, etc.).

• Objetos para el cuidado de las mascotas para el hogar y para la evacuación hacia un refugio. Identificaciónadecuada / información sobre inmunizaciones / medicamentos / gran cantidad de alimentos y agua, una caja o cargador de mascotas o jaula, bozal y correa

Areas Propensas a Inundaciones

Esta tormenta pronostica producir una cantidad aproximada de 10 pulgadas de agua de lluvia, en algunas aéreas puede llegar a 14 pulgadas. Esto ocasionará enormes crecimientos en las quebradas y los ríos que pronto ocasionarán inundaciones en sus riberas. Esto pone a los residentes en el área en una situación muy peligrosa al igual que a los trabajadores de la seguridad pública. Las personas que viven en estas áreas más propensas a las inundaciones deberían hacer planes de evacuación de manera voluntaria.

Vehículos Cruzando en Agua en Movimiento

La mayoría de los carros flotarán (y se irán arrastrados) en niveles de de 18 a 24 pulgadas de agua en movimiento.Camiones y camionetas no resisten más de 6 a 12 pulgadas adicionales. Quebradas y ríos pueden crecer rápidamente y el fondo de las vías también puede desaparecer haciendo el agua más profunda de lo que parece.

Control del Tráfico

¡Suspensiones en el servicio de energía eléctrica significan que los semáforos no estarán funcionando!

Los oficiales de la policía no podrán estar presentes en todas las intersecciones. Los conductores deben parar en todas las intersecciones que tengan semáforos que no estén funcionando, para cerciorarse que es seguro seguir adelante.

WALLINGFORD – Updated Hurricane Irene information via the town website - Precautions During Storm Conditions

Credit where credit is due – the town has done a good job of providing information regarding the upcoming storm.

Here are the links as provided by the Wallingford Municipal Website.

As originally published - Precautions During Storm Conditions

 

Power Outages

This storm is expected to arrive this weekend with the strongest winds forecast between Sunday, 4:00 a.m., through midnight. Power outages will occur. Prepare to be without power for 3 - 5 day, perhaps longer.

To report an outage, please call the Wallingford Electric Division at: 203-265-5055. If busy, please wait a few minutes and try again. Only call if your power is out.

If you encounter any downed wires, assume that they are live and stay away at 25 feet.

 

Flooding Prone Areas

This storm is forecast to produce an average of 10 inches of rainfall. In some areas more the 14 inches will fall. This will cause extensive flooding of streams and rivers that will quickly overrun their banks. This causes an extremely dangerous situation for residents as well as public safety workers. Plans should be made to voluntarily evacuate these flood prone areas.

 

Vehicles Crossing Moving Water

Most cars will float (and be swept away) in 18-24 inches of moving water. Trucks and SUVs are not much better with only 6 - 12 more inches of clearance. Creeks and rivers can rise very rapidly and the road bottoms can also wash away making the water much deeper than it appears.

 

Traffic Control

Power outages mean traffic lights will be out of order.

Police officers will not be able to respond to every intersection.

Motorist must stop at all intersections that have inoperable traffic lights to make sure that it is safe to proceed.

Secretary Merrill, AG Jepsen Announce $1.3 Million in Penalties Against Businesses Operating without Legal Authority in CT

HARTFORD: Connecticut Secretary of the State Denise Merrill and Attorney General George Jepsen today announced that during Fiscal Year 2011, a joint effort by their offices resulted in the collection of more than $1.3 million in fines from out-of-state companies operating in Connecticut without legal authority to transact business. The penalties collected during FY 2011 were paid by nearly 330 out-of-state firms, and represents the highest such figure since 2007, when more than $1.7 Million in fines were collected.

“It is hard enough for Connecticut businesses to make a profit in this economic climate, without unfair competition from out-of-state companies who fail to register with the state,” said Secretary Merrill, Connecticut’s Chief Business Registrar. “We have heard from Connecticut companies who are being undercut by outside firms who escape accountability by not obtaining a certificate of authority from our office to do business here. This needs to stop. We hope these fines send a deterrent message, as well as improve accountability for Connecticut consumers. Connecticut businesses should also know that we will do whatever we can to ensure fair competition in the marketplace. ”

Attorney General George Jepsen agreed, “As Attorney General, it is my responsibility to ensure a level playing-field for all businesses. Each year, many out-of-state businesses choose to violate the law in order to gain unfair advantages. Today, we are sending a message to those businesses. Connecticut is open for businesses that operate honestly and in good faith. We will continue to vigorously enforce the law in order to crack down on unfair competition in the marketplace.”

Under state law, business corporations, nonstock corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, and statutory trusts formed outside of Connecticut must obtain a certificate of authority to transact business in Connecticut by registering with the Secretary of the State’s Office and paying the statutorily established fee. More than 50,000 of these foreign entities have properly filed with the Secretary of the State’s Office.

The requirement to obtain authority to do business exists to protect domestic organizations from unfair competition and place domestic and foreign organizations on an equal footing. The law also protects consumers with a grievance against an out-of state firm by requiring businesses to appoint an agent for service of process in Connecticut to accept legal papers if court action is taken. Companies that violate the law face a fine of $300 for every month the company is transacting business in Connecticut without legal authority. In addition, some companies are required to pay the annual license fee required by statute for years they should have been registered with the Secretary of the State’s office.

The joint, multi-year enforcement effort between the offices of the Attorney General and Secretary of the State in Connecticut has aggressively pursued thousands of delinquent out-of-state businesses, bringing legal action when necessary. During FY 2011 this joint effort recovered $1,313,104.13 in fines from 328 out-of-state companies for violating the statutory requirement to register with the state. As a part of a legal settlement with the Attorney General’s office, each of the companies that paid a penalty and continues to transact business in Connecticut is now in full compliance with the law. Fines and penalties collected from each business in FY 2011 range from $40.00 to more nearly $27,000.

The five largest settlements came from:

1. DAN Services, Inc. $26,955.00 NC

2. The Providence Journal Company $22,192.50 RI

3. Global Med Technologies, Inc. $20,910.00 CO

4. Harris Environmental Systems, Inc. $20,842.50 MA

5. Superior Technical Resources, Inc. $20,685.00 NY

Secretary Merrill added, “Through this enforcement action the Attorney General and I are sending a clear message to any company thinking of making a quick buck and operating illegally in Connecticut: we will fine you and we will publicize the name of your business if you try to skirt the law. We have zero tolerance for business practices that take advantage of Connecticut consumers and or businesses who do play by the rules.”

Connecticut Better Business Bureau President Paulette Scarpetti, said, “I don’t know why any company would choose not to register with the Secretary of the State’s Office. There is no reason why any company or individual should be doing business illegally in the State of Connecticut.”

Assistant Attorney General Thomas Crean represented the Attorney General in these matters, working with Staff Attorney William Silk from the Secretary of the State’s Office.

REMINDER - Informational meeting regarding the New Haven-Hartford-Springfield commuter rail project is TONIGHT

As originally published in the Record Journal Friday July 22, 2011

WALLINGFORD — The office of Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. will sponsor a public information meeting at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 4 in the Town Council chambers at the Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.

Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Transportation and their consultant team will provide an update on the New Haven-Hartford-Springfield commuter rail project and its impact on Wallingford and possible station locations, including the property on South Cherry Street next to Judd Square Condominiums.

After the presentation, a question-and-answer session will be open to all attendees.

For information, call the mayor’s office at (203) 294-2070 or the engineering department at (203) 294-2035.

REMINDER - Information meeting set Aug. 4th regarding the New Haven-Hartford-Springfield commuter rail project

As published in the Record Journal Friday July 22, 2011

WALLINGFORD — The office of Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. will sponsor a public information meeting at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 4 in the Town Council chambers at the Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.

Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Transportation and their consultant team will provide an update on the New Haven-Hartford-Springfield commuter rail project and its impact on Wallingford and possible station locations, including the property on South Cherry Street next to Judd Square Condominiums.

After the presentation, a question-and-answer session will be open to all attendees.

For information, call the mayor’s office at (203) 294-2070 or the engineering department at (203) 294-2035.

Debt – it has to stop / be brought under better control

So on my other blog I just put up a couple of posts - Who holds the $14.3 trillion in outstanding U.S. debt? and How did the debt grow from $5.8 trillion in 2001 to its current $14.3 trillion?

So regardless of the argument of “well I never commissioned the government to overspend on my behalf” we all have reaped some level of benefit somewhere along the way from this overspending.

It has to stop; we are mortgaging our kids future and someone somewhere along the way is going to have to pay.

We need to start owning this. Just like a major bill like a mortgage on a house, we need to start a 20 or 30 year plan to service the debt away or at least to a marginally serviceable level like the debt we have in Wallingford which I consider to be responsible borrowing – taking advantage of low bond rates to spread out major purchases over many year so as to not hit the taxpayers all at once with a major bill.

So just as a point of reference here is what every person, man, woman and child of Wallingford effectively owes as debt to the town, state and country:

To Wallingford – $935.81 (Source)

To Connecticut – $4,859.00 (Source)

To the United States – $46,146.25 (Source)

 

Something else to think about.

The average estimated value of a home in Wallingford, CT was $237,035 in May 2010

The average family of four in Wallingford technically owes $207,764.24 based on all this debt as I have outlined it.

 

For my family of six that number is $311,646.36

These details should be sobering to everyone.

Informational meeting set Aug. 4th regarding the New Haven-Hartford-Springfield commuter rail project

As published in the Record Journal Friday July 22, 2011

WALLINGFORD — The office of Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. will sponsor a public information meeting at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 4 in the Town Council chambers at the Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.

Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Transportation and their consultant team will provide an update on the New Haven-Hartford-Springfield commuter rail project and its impact on Wallingford and possible station locations, including the property on South Cherry Street next to Judd Square Condominiums.

After the presentation, a question-and-answer session will be open to all attendees.

For information, call the mayor’s office at (203) 294-2070 or the engineering department at (203) 294-2035.