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Inauguration Day in New Britain
Images of New Britain’s 2019 city Inauguration Day by Photojournalist Frank Gerratana.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.