The bill received 116 votes (77%) in the House of Representatives and 30 votes (83%) in the State Senate.
Malloy vetoed legislation regarding affordable housing proposals, which top city officials had been pushing for.
If Malloy signed the legislation into law, Milford would have been close to securing a 4-year moratorium on affordable housing proposals.
BREAKING: Malloy says no to affordable housing changes. Milford officials are disheartened over the veto.
“We owe our veterans the dignity they have rightfully earned through their bravery and sacrifice for our country," said Rep. Staneski.
State Rep. Kim Rose invites residents to join her on July 8th at the Milford Public Library for a Citizen’s Budget Workshop.
Mayor Benjamin Blake meets with Tami Jackson regarding the Literacy Volunteers of Southern Connecticut.
Staneski joins House Republican Leader Themis Klarides in calling for an up-or-down vote for Thursday's special session in the House.
Rep. Charles Ferraro and House Republicans released a third revision to their balanced, no-tax-increase budget proposal on Tuesday.
State Representative Kim Rose (D-Milford) has been appointed to serve on the Connecticut General Assembly’s Rare Disease Task Force.
Mayor Blake met with Chris Astriab of Glendale Farms to talk about local fruits, vegetables, and products available at the farm.
The project received one approval and it is now headed to the Planning and Zoning Board.
A plan that increases the state sales tax with revenue going to cities and towns is gaining momentum as legislators face the budget crisis.
Jessica Brocksom met with elected officials and national organizations that focus on protecting animals.
Mayor Blake met with players and coach from Foran HS baseball team to talk about the successes they've had in the face of challenges.
The application is another affordable housing proposal.
The developer is still waiting for a vote on a large-scale apartment complex, which is part of the project plans.
Milford residents who don't want the controversial project were this close to have development stopped.
The land in question is less than an acre, according to the proposal.
House Bill #6880 revises language in the affordable housing statute to protect towns and cities from predatory development.
“Milford residents have been calling for common-sense reforms to the Affordable Housing Act, and this bill accomplishes that.”
BREAKING: Milford lawmakers say they will continue to work with the DEEP officials to address residents concerns.
Jessica Brocksom, will join the mayor and state reps at the 'Heat Kills' program which is designed to bring awareness to animals and heat.
The workshop will take place at Milford City Hall on Wednesday, June 14.
The bill aims to strengthen laws while also making hate crimes felonies and not misdemeanors in Connecticut.
Staneski supports a proposal allowing towns to provide property tax exemption to Gold star parents or surviving spouses.
Staneski helped steer through a proposal that makes it easier for students to transfer college credits within the state university system.
The proposal ensures that CT DDS provides accurate and up-to-date information on family needs regarding services.
The legislation will help state agencies better prevent prescription opioid diversion and abuse through education and prevention.
Mayor Blake meets with Big Brothers and Big Sisters representatives to bring awareness to the organization.
Milford has been inundated with affordable housing project applications over the past few years.
HB 6061 requires the DMV to wave fees for duplicate license, ID cards to Veterans who want to include their Veteran status on their ID.
A 12-unit complex is proposed.
Numerous residents opposed the park plans because it would require city residents to pay to enter Silver Sands. Other concerns were raised.
State budget cuts are taking a toll on Connecticut's state parks.
There will be a guest speaker and the local GOP will discuss the recently approved budget.
Nicole Greco has been recognized as employee of the month by Mayor Blake for her work ethic and team work.