November 2019
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).
Final Night for “Mauritius” at HITW
The final night of the performance by the Backyard Theater Ensemble of Theresa Rebeck’s play “Mauritius” will be this weekend.
“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.
Black Ministers Alliance to Hold Thanksgiving Unity Service
The Black Ministers Alliance of New Britain will have a Thanksgiving Unity Service this Friday.
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.
Meetings and Events Nov 4th to Nov 10th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, November 4, 2019 to Sunday, November 10th include the city elections.
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.
Hiring Announced for 2020 Census
The United States Bureau of the Census has announced that it is hiring for jobs performing the national census conducted every ten years.