Sharing text of Ansonia mayor's message to residents Friday

Good Evening Residents of the Great City of Ansonia!

Once again, this is Mayor David Cassetti calling to wish you and your family the best during this difficult time. And to remind you: there IS a light at the end of the tunnel!

The City is working closely with local authorities and state agencies to determine when it safe to start reopening our city. And next week I will be naming members of REOPENING COMMITTEE to make sure our changes are done with public safety first in mind! The Committee will consist of key city staff.

But until then- PLEASE continue to exercise patience. Your adherence to social distancing policies is SAVING LIVES and now is not the time to let your guard down. Please remember to wear protective masks in public and exercise caution when you leave the house.

Now some news. I am pleased to announce that applications for Ansonia’s TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM are now available online at cityofansonia.com and on our Facebook page. This program will allow eligible taxpayers to defer payment of property taxes for up to 90 days.

And speaking of tax relief, I have released my recommendation for the next year’s City Budget. My recommended budget calls for a ZERO TAX INCREASE while supporting vital city services. Now is not the time to pass on extra costs to struggling households and businesses. The City’s Board of Taxation and Board of Aldermen will now proceed to review and finalize the budget.

Now, I know the last month hasn’t been the best time for a Birthdays. Especially for kids! Well, the City of Ansonia- in partnership with WALMART- wants to help. If a child 10 YEARS OR YOUNGER has a Birthday in March, April or May, PLEASE email his or her name and birthday to me dcassetti@ansoniact.org. That’s dcassetti@ansoniact.org.

Finally, I invite the community to join us at the Ansonia High School Parking Lot, 26 Pulaski Hwy, to observe the NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER! It’s happening this Thursday, May 7th, from 5:30-7:00 pm, with music prelude beginning at 5:00 pm. Just Drive-In - stay in the comfort of your vehicle, & Tune-In to the 87.9 FM radio station to hear and participate in this live presentation!

Thank you all for STAYING STRONG and please know my thoughts are with you and your families. Have a wonderful weekend!

Cassetti announces 2 tax relief programs for Ansonia residents

Community Message!

Good evening residents of the Great City of Ansonia.

This is Mayor David Cassetti. I hope you are all safe and doing well! I want you to know that your city government has been working hard on your behalf during this difficult time, and that some help is on the way.

Next week I am recommending that the Ansonia Board of Aldermen adopt TWO separate tax relief programs made possible by Governor Lamont’s Executive Orders.

The FIRST tax relief program will give ELIGIBLE residents and business owners an extension of time to pay city taxes and fees. Eligibility will be based on lost income or revenue. An application for this program will be made available online this month.

The SECOND tax relief program will reduce interest on late payments for taxes and fees down to 3% for a period of 90 days. This Low Interest Rate program will be available to ALL taxpayers without need for application.

Now, the Governor only requires ONE of these programs to be adopted. However, I believe our taxpayers are entitled to the MAXIMUM amount of tax relief possible. That’s why we will DOUBLE DOWN by adopting BOTH programs.

I would also like to take this opportunity to urge ALL residents to wear masks when leaving their homes. Now IS NOT the time to let our guard down!

BUT PLEASE REMEMBER NOT TO LEAVE PROTECTIVE MASKS AND GLOVES BEHIND! Leaving your protective equipment in parking lots and public areas just creates a mess for others to clean-up, and does not help our situation.

Finally, please check the City’s website and Facebook pages for information on accessing this Tuesday’s virtual Board of Aldermen meeting and a second virtual Town Hall occurring this Thursday night.

Have a wonderful weekend. Until next time, stay safe and ANSONIA strong!

*Code Red message shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.