Logan to host Senator's Night Out at Ansonia Library

Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District.

Klarides-Ditria to take GOP lead on Regulation Review Committee

State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria

HARTFORD - State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria of Seymour will take the House Republican lead on the Legislative Regulation Review Committee when the 2019 Legislative Session begins Jan. 9. 

Klarides-Ditria will also continue serving on the Public Health and Finance, Revenue, and Bonding Committees.

"Overly burdensome regulations have frustrated many residents and industries in Connecticut," said Klarides-Ditria. 

"I think for our state to move in a new direction we need to make sure any new regulation that is put into place is looked at very closely and all stakeholders have a voice. This is the approach I will take as the Ranking Member of the Regulation Review Committee." 

The Legislative Regulation Review Committee is responsible to review regulations proposed by state agencies and approve them before regulations are implemented. 

This position was adopted since all regulations have the force of law, and it is important that regulations do not contravene the legislative intent, or conflict with current state or federal laws, or state or federal constitutions.

Klarides-Ditria can be reached at 860-240-8700 or by email Nicole.Klarides-Ditria@housegop.ct.gov.

This is a press release from Klarides-Ditria's office.

Logan to host Hamden Coffee Hour Saturday at Acropolis Diner

Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District in the state Senate.

Ansonia, Derby GOP endorse Jaumann for 104th District

From left: Derby Mayor Richard Dziekan, Joseph Jaumann of Ansonia, Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti./ Contributed photo

ANSONIA - Republicans Wednesday unanimously endorsed local attorney and Ansonia Alderman Joseph Jaumann as their candidate for the 104th District House Seat.

“I am humbled and honored to have the support of everyone here tonight, and I look forward to spending the summer and fall talking to as many people in our district as I can about the issues facing Connecticut and the Valley area,” Jaumann said to delegates during the party convention at Copper City Bar and Grill.
“Connecticut is at a crossroads - we can’t afford another two years of failed policies that have resulted in lost businesses and jobs. I’m eager to fight for on behalf of all residents - Republicans, Democrats, and Unaffiliated - to reverse the course our state is on."

The district covers Ansonia and Derby, an area that has seen Jaumann serve in various volunteer roles over the years, from his position in local government to his volunteer work as an Ansonia Little League coach.
Jaumann said he is eager to join resurgent House Republicans in the General Assembly where, during the two legislative sessions, they maintained a laser focus on the state’s budgetary troubles while offering alternatives to radical revenue-raising concepts floated by Democrats.

“Joe Jaumann will be a true advocate for the Valley,” said Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti. “Joe is a staunch supporter of economic revitalization and someone who realizes that our residents can’t afford new taxes on their cell phones, tires or trips to local restaurants,” Cassetti said. 
“We need leaders in Hartford who are willing to look beyond tax hikes as the first and last solution to our state’s problems.”

“Ansonia and Derby need elected representatives willing to fight for deep structural change,” said Derby Mayor Richard Dziekan. “Joseph Jaumann is committed to Connecticut and for the betterment of our residents.”

This is a press release from the Jaumann campaign. 

Logan shares information for post-storm help, safety tips

(Please share the following information with others. Thank you.)

UNITED ILLUMINATING:

• To report downed power lines or damaged electrical equipment, call 800 722-5584 (800.7.CALL UI).  www.uinet.com

EVERSOURCE:

• Call Eversource at 800-286-2000 to report an electric outage, or go online at www.eversource.com. Follow Eversource on Twitter (@EversourceCT) and Facebook (facebook.com/EversourceCT).  Sign up to receive storm outage updates via text, email, phone call at www.eversource.com.

• For gas leaks, call 877-944-5325

INSURANCE QUESTIONS?

• Questions about your insurance and storm damage? Contact insurance@ct.gov or check out these tips:  http://www.ct.gov/cid/cwp/view.asp?q=254640

SAFETY:

• Falling branches and uprooted trees can become tangled with electrical wires and become energized.  Please stay clear and report any fallen trees or wires immediately.
• If you use a generator, always operate it outdoors and as far from the house as possible. Keep it away from doors, windows and air vents to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
• The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu. If you suspect carbon monoxide is present in your home, go outside immediately and breathe deeply; then call 911.

ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE:

• If you need additional assistance, call Connecticut's toll-free Infoline, 211, for information, referrals and other services.

Logan to host coffee hour Saturday at Acropolis Diner in Hamden

Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District.

Logan to host coffee hour at Three Brothers Diner in Hamden

Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District.

Logan to host coffee hour at Valley Diner in Derby

Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District. 

Logan vows support for CT home care workers

Bill gives personal care attendants workers’ comp coverage

HARTFORD - State Sen. George S. Logan, R-Ansonia, Vice-Chair of the legislature’s Public Health Committee, today announced he will vote “yes” to approve a state contract which provides workers' compensation insurance for home care workers.

State Sen. George Logan

“These workers provide essential labor for seniors and patients with disabilities,” Logan said.  “The services they provide – from bathing to dressing to helping our most vulnerable residents with everyday errands – help people maintain their independence and stay in their homes. They also provide vital emotional support.

“These laborers need workers' comp. They need to know that they will have safety and security if they get injured on the job. They need to know that we, as legislators, are grateful for what they do.

"They also need to know that we support them and their quality of life. 

"I will be proud to support this bipartisan bill and look forward to its passage.”

Logan (www.SenatorGeorgeLogan.com) represents Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Hamden, Naugatuck, and Woodbridge. He can be reached at George.Logan@cga.ct.gov and 800-842-1421. 

This is a press release from Logan's office.

Klarides-Ditria supports major animal welfare initiatives

Dear Neighbors, Today, I joined my colleagues on the Animal Welfare Caucus to announce major animal welfare initiatives for the 2018 legislative session. Here are a few bills we will be fighting for this session: ✅ Adequate shelter for dogs in extreme weather ✅ Removing accelerated rehabilitation as an option for animal abusers ✅ Implementing recommendations from the Human Animal Welfare Task Force (Click on link below to WATCH)

https://www.facebook.com/REPNKD/videos/1613478805372762/ 

Klarides-Ditria of Seymour offers legislative session update

Dear Neighbors,

We officially started the 2018 legislative session last week. 

Please watch this brief update from my office in Hartford:

https://www.facebook.com/REPNKD/videos/1609454832441826/

As always, please feel free to contact me at 860-240-8700 or by email at Nicole.Klarides-Ditria@housegop.ct.gov.

Sincerely,

State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria

Logan reschedules coffee hour at diner in Hamden

State Sen. George S. Logan, R-Ansonia, represents the 17th District.

Derby mayoral candidates to debate Tuesday at high school

Republican Richard Dziekan is challenging two-term Democrat Mayor Anita Dugatto for the Derby mayoral seat for the second time. He was defeated in his attempt in 2015.
The debate will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Derby High School auditorium, 75 Chatfield St.
The debate is being sponsored by Derby Public Schools and ValleyIndy.org.


*Information shared from Facebook.

Derby mayoral candidates to debate Oct. 24

DERBY - Two-term incumbent Mayor Anita Dugatto, a Democrat, and Republican challenger Richard Dziekan will debate issues facing the city at 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at Derby High School, 75 Chatfield St.

Election Day is Nov. 7.

Jaumann seeks to debate 104th District issues with Gentile

Jaumann, a lawyer who lives in Ansonia, seeks two debates and a town hall-style discussion with incumbent state Rep. Linda M. Gentile, D-Ansonia. The District includes Ansonia and Derby.

This email is shared from the Jaumann campaign.

CT Independent Party endorses Jaumann in 104th

ANSONIA - The Connecticut Independent Party has endorsed Republican Joseph Jaumann for state representative in the 104th District. 

Joseph Jaumann

Jaumann, a political newcomer, is a local attorney and chairman of the Ansonia Planning and Zoning Commission, and his name will now appear on both the Republican and Independent ballot lines on Election Day.

“I’m proud to be endorsed by both the Republican and Independent parties and I look forward to serving the residents of our great community,” Jaumann said. 
“The Independent Party’s goal of non-partisan problem solving is the same approach that I believe in, and it is same the approach that we need in Hartford to move Connecticut in the right direction.”
The Independent Party is the third-largest political party in Connecticut and has endorsed many candidates across the state this year.

It is estimated that Connecticut will face another budget deficit in the 2017 legislative session. In 2011 and 2015, state Rep. Linda M. Gentile sided with Gov. Dannel Malloy, and voted for the two largest taxes in state history.

To that point, Jaumann added, “We need a new start. A leader who will be independent minded and a voice of the people of Ansonia and Derby, and not simply a rubber stamp for the Governor. It is clear that the policy of raising taxes and borrowing to pay for the state’s spending problem isn’t working. We need to have and open and honest discussion about our budget and not wait till the 11th hour to have the conversation. We need to tackle the budget problems in this state head on starting on the first day of the session, so we can start focusing on the future and our children’s futures.” 


This is a press release from the Jaumann campaign.

Foley visits Ansonia businesses, talks about spending cuts

Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Foley, left, listens to a reporter's question Tuesday with Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti on the steps of Ansonia City Hall.

Foley walks down West Main Street with Cassetti, left, and Aldermanic President Phil Tripp on their way to tour the assembly shop at Farrel Pomini. Behind them is Sheila O'Malley, the city's director of Economic and Community Development. 

Foley chats with Guy Tiso, service manager in the Farrel Pomini assembly shop.

Foley posed with Cassetti for one last photo before leaving Ansonia. 

Foley criticized Gov. Dannel P. Malloy for not getting control over spending. "Let's stop raising taxes on people," he said.

Cassetti said the next governor "needs to be more business friendly. It's really important to a state like this."


Check out Register correspondent Jean Falbo-Sosnovich's coverage of Foley's visit.

Foley tours Ansonia downtown, meets business owners

Stops at Main Street restaurants

Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Foley, right, chats Tuesday with former state Rep. Vincent Tonucci  of Derby, left, and Massimino Andretta, owner of Massimino's Pizzeria on Main Street. Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti and several city officials accompanied Foley on a walking tour of downtown.

Foley, left, talks about small business issues with Libby Meissner, owner of Crave, a restaurant, and Only for Her, a boutique, on Main Street. Cassetti is at right.

Stay tuned for updates.