From Bill Kaempffer, public safety spokesman: Mayor Bill Finch hosted Governor Dannel Malloy Tuesday at a community discussion about urban violence and progress the City has made to reduce crime. “Today, we have a wide range of people represented here,” said Mayor Finch. “Law enforcement. Community organizations. Community leaders. Lawmakers. That’s important because police alone […]
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Leaders Come Together For Discussion About Urban Violence
November 26th, 2013 · 2 Comments · Cops, News and Events
Tags: Bill Finch·Bill Kaempffer·Dan Malloy·Dick Blumenthal·Jim Himes·Joe Gaudett
Malloy In Bridgeport Tuesday For Discussion On Violence Prevention, Suspect In Police Shooting Dies
November 26th, 2013 · 5 Comments · Cops, News and Events
Update: Chief Gaudett statement Governor Dan Malloy is scheduled to be in Bridgeport Tuesday afternoon (today) to join Mayor Bill Finch, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal and Congressman Jim Himes for a panel discussion on violence reduction efforts in Bridgeport and statewide, according to the city’s public safety spokesman Bill Kaempffer. The discussion will take place […]
Tags: Bill Finch·Bill Kaempffer·Dan Malloy·Dick Blumenthal·Jim Himes·Joe Gaudett
The Burden Of Public Pensions On Cities
November 18th, 2013 · 4 Comments · City Budget, News and Events
City budget hawks such as David Walker, former U.S. comptroller general, and the dogged John Marshall Lee often address the burden of pension costs on Bridgeport and the state of Connecticut. A study by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College examines proportional pension costs of cities. Bridgeport ranked number 43 among the 173 U.S. cities examined for […]
Tags: CT Post·David Walker·Dick Blumenthal·Jim Himes·John Marshall Lee
Blumenthal To Conduct Hearing In City Hall Regarding Metro-North Power Outage
October 22nd, 2013 · 1 Comment · News and Events
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal will chair a field hearing in Bridgeport on Monday to examine the causes of the recent Metro-North power outage, how to prevent such failures from reoccurring, and the economic impact of the major service disruption. The hearing will take place 10 a.m. in City Council Chambers of Bridgeport City Hall, 45 […]
What You Should Know About The Partial Government Shutdown
October 1st, 2013 · 6 Comments · News and Events
Hours prior to the government shutdown we asked Bridgeport resident David Walker, former U.S. Comptroller General, to share his thoughts about the impact. If it does shutdown, it will only be a partial shutdown. Over 2/3rd of federal employees, including the military, are considered essential. All public safety and security functions would continue. However, purchases […]
Tags: David Walker·Jim Himes
State Bond Commission Approves Major Incentive Package For Bass Pro Shops Development, Finch: Historic
September 27th, 2013 · 55 Comments · Analysis and Comment, Development and Zoning, News and Events
UPDATE: The State Bond Commission on Friday approved a $31 million tax incremental financing package and urban development grant for the planned Bass Pro Shops store for the Steel Point redevelopment area on the East Side. The mega outdoor retailer is the first major tenant to sign on to the long-awaited 50-acre redevelopment area first […]
Tags: Bass Pro Shops·Bill Finch·Dan Malloy·Jim Himes·Lenny Paoletta·Steelpointe Harbor
The 2014 Election Cycle Underway, Debicella Snowballs Himes For Vail Trips
November 16th, 2013 · 7 Comments · Analysis and Comment, City Politics, News and Events, State Politics
We’ve officially segued into the gubernatorial election cycle that includes potentially hot state and federal legislative races. Bridgeport’s state legislative delegation has six State House members and two state senators, all Democrats. Plus, Democratic Registrar Sandi Ayala is up for reelection next year. Will she be endorsed by the party? Will she have a primary […]
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Tags: Andres Ayala·Anthony Musto·Auden Grogins·Charlie Stallworth·Christina Ayala·Dan Debicella·Don Clemons·Ezequiel Santiago·Jack Hennessy·Jim Himes·Santa Ayala