Whatever Happened To the CPOA? Taxpayer Group Goes Silent And Partisan

Whenever even a rumor of a property tax increase came out of City Hall over the last generation you could count on one group of citizens to make noise and try to mobilize residents against any change in the mill rate.The New Britain Citizens’ Property Owners Association (CPOA) had a reputation as a group of … Continue reading Whatever Happened To the CPOA? Taxpayer Group Goes Silent And Partisan

City Council Gives Nod To $10.10 An Hour A Year Early

Council President Mike Trueworthy's resolution on a $10.10 minimum wage for city employees not covered by labor agreements or other contracts won a 10-5 vote at the Common Council April 9th.It came on the heels of President Obama's visit to CCSU to rally support for federal legislation that languishes in the GOP controlled U.S. House … Continue reading City Council Gives Nod To $10.10 An Hour A Year Early

Remembering Rev. King and 4/4/68 at MLK Park Monument

New Britain's Mary McLeod Bethune Club (MMBC) observed the anniversary of the assassination of the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 5th -- a memorial  event  club members have organized for most of the 46 years since the civil rights leader was killed in Memphis on April 4, 1968. CCSU Anthropology Professor, Dr Evelyn … Continue reading Remembering Rev. King and 4/4/68 at MLK Park Monument

Murphy Joins Other Senators In Support Of New Ukrainian Government Threatened By Moscow

With Russian forces crossing over to Crimea this weekend, concerns grow about an outbreak of hostilities between the new Ukrainian government and Russia. That is especially so among families in New Britain's Ukrainian-American community that includes three parishes and an estimated 3,000 residents.Chris MurphyU.S. Senator Chris Murphy and other senators of the Foreign Relations Committee … Continue reading Murphy Joins Other Senators In Support Of New Ukrainian Government Threatened By Moscow

It May Be A "Magic Bus" After All: NB As The Center Of Rapid Transit

CT Fastraks -- called the "magic bus" to critics such as former Governor John Rowland -- will start rolling 12 months from now (February 2015) on the 9.3-mile rail right of way from New Britain to Hartford. The New Britain Herald's Scott Whipple previews the potential of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) for New Britain folks … Continue reading It May Be A "Magic Bus" After All: NB As The Center Of Rapid Transit

Tim O’Brien: A Call To Renew Rev. King’s Work For Economic Justice

 By Tim O'BrienThis weekend, our nation, state and communities celebrate and remember the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his accomplishments. It is a time when I have always felt inspired by his work, as a leader, and by the movement that he embodies. No Martin Luther King Day passes without me feeling emboldened … Continue reading Tim O’Brien: A Call To Renew Rev. King’s Work For Economic Justice

Mayor Hires GOP Chair: SEEC Complaint Involving Peter Steele For Campaigning From Mayor’s Office Still Under Investigation

"Oh. What a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive."  - Sir Walter ScottIn her campaign for Mayor last fall Erin Stewart was critical of Tim O'Brien  for rewarding political friends while in office. As Ms. Stewart said last year, she wanted to "take the city back from political cronyism."In her first … Continue reading Mayor Hires GOP Chair: SEEC Complaint Involving Peter Steele For Campaigning From Mayor’s Office Still Under Investigation

ALEC: Buying Influence and Tilting Laws Against Solar Energy

Let the Sun Shine InWhy would the ALEC network of state-level lobbyists want to make solar energy cost-prohibitive for homeowners and businesses?By Isaiah J. PooleNow the Koch brothers are coming after my solar panels.I had solar panels installed on the roof of our Washington, D.C. home this year. My household took advantage of a generous tax … Continue reading ALEC: Buying Influence and Tilting Laws Against Solar Energy

DEMOS Report: A Higher Wage Is Possible

From http://www.demos.orgThere is enormous public support for increasing the minimum wage in recognition of deep recessions and income equality. DEMOS' new report shares how it can be done:November 19, 2013|Catherine Ruetschlin,Amy TraubAmerican workers are working harder for less, with productivity rising but living standards stagnant or declining.1At the same time, stock market wealth and incomes … Continue reading DEMOS Report: A Higher Wage Is Possible