Traffic Safety Plan Will Include Roundabouts, Camera Enforcement Options

Final Plan and Recommendations To Be Released June 25 By John McNamara A final report of the city's Vision Zero Task Force is expected to be released on June 25th with recommendations to reduce vehicular and pedestrian accidents throughout the city. The Common Council took the first step of the Vision Zero initiative last December … Continue reading Traffic Safety Plan Will Include Roundabouts, Camera Enforcement Options

It’s Time For State To Address Stormwater Crisis In More Hard Hit Neighborhoods

State Aid Needed To Implement Allen Street Capital Improvements In New Britain By John McNamara The damage to homes and properties caused by intense rains has accelerated over the last two years in New Britain and other communities across Connecticut. Public stormwater and sewer systems built a century ago are routinely overwhelmed whenever a hard … Continue reading It’s Time For State To Address Stormwater Crisis In More Hard Hit Neighborhoods

Claims For Flooding Damages Spiked In 2023

City Starts "Courtesy" Response Service; Homeowner Flood Relief Is On Council Agenda By John McNamara More New Britain property owners are seeking compensation from the city for property damage caused by storm water flooding and sewage overflows, according to caseloads recorded by the city's Corporation Counsel in recent years. The Corporation Counsel "handles claims and … Continue reading Claims For Flooding Damages Spiked In 2023

Hearing On Batterson Park Study Set For Thursday (12/7) at NBPD Community Room

A public hearing on the feasibility of Batterson Park's revitalization as a state park will be held Thursday, December 7th at 6:30 p.m. at the New Britain Police Department's Community Room, 10 Chestnut Street. The CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is taking public comments on the study at three separate meetings in … Continue reading Hearing On Batterson Park Study Set For Thursday (12/7) at NBPD Community Room

Looking Ahead: Stanley Quarter Park Makeover, New Playground Take Shape For Spring

The early days of Spring require all of us to practice social distancing and avoid gatherings in public places in the effort to flatten the curve of the coronavirus pandemic.  But there are things to look forward to with warm weather ahead including a visit to the city's parks when it is safe to do … Continue reading Looking Ahead: Stanley Quarter Park Makeover, New Playground Take Shape For Spring