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Tax Refund Resolution Apparently Takes Effect Without Stewart Signature
A City Council resolution with a provision to refund $1,807,753 in surplus to taxpayers appears to have taken effect without Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s signature, according to Ald. Carlo Carlozzi (D-5).
“A Class Act”
The latest Stewart scandal is drawing widespread condemnation, as people react to a triumphalist, middle-finger gesture at a public Republican event.
Total Republican Control
Republicans will resume one-party control of New Britain City Hall, with both Republican Mayor Erin Stewart a Republican-controlled City Council.
Candidates & Voting Places in City Election Today
The 2019 New Britain city election has arrived, with Democratic Mayoral candidate Chris Porcher challenging Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, along with petitioning candidate Deivone Tanksley.
Democrats Blast Stewart Over Taxes
City Council Democrats issued a statement late on November 4th blasting Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, saying that she is blocking refunds to taxpayers.
Is Stewart Education Claim Untrue?
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s claim that she increased schools funding by “more than $7 million” does not appear to be supported by the facts in her budget.
Council Democrats Press for Tax Refund Approval
Council Democrats are calling a special meeting to consider overriding “any potential veto” by Mayor Erin Stewart of a tax refund resolution.
Interfaith Alliance Launches Progressive Agenda
Hundreds of people gathered at CCSU’s Welte Auditorium for the official launching of the Greater Hartford Interfaith Action Alliance.
League of Women Voters Announce Debate Broadcasts
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters has announced that its October 19th city candidates debate will be broadcast on TV and online.
Council Votes to Refund $1,807,753 to Taxpayers
The City Council approved an amendment proposed by Ald. Carlo Carlozzi, Jr. (D-5) to refund $1,807,753 in surplus to taxpayers.