5/31/2007 | Governor Rell Announces More Than $294,000 for Dislocated Stop and Shop Employees |
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“This additional grant money will continue to give our workers who were displaced the ability to relocate to new jobs and gain new skill sets. The original grant of $550,000 has provided hundreds of workers who were displaced to enroll in programs which put them on the track to new jobs.”
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5/30/2007 | Governor Rell Urges Sincere Effort to Provide Relief from Rising Gasoline Prices Before Session Ends |
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“I see a great many legislative hurdles to go – and I note that the Democrats’ tax package does not reflect the potential revenue loss from the plan. Yet all over the state consumers are crying out for relief – any relief – from gas prices that are going right through the roof. Burying a proposal in committee is not going to change that fact – or slip by unnoticed.”
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5/29/2007 | Governor Rell Orders Flags Lowered to Half Staff To Honor U.S. Army 1st Lt. Keith Heidtman |
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5/29/2007 | Governor Rell Announces $600,000 for Branford Elderly Housing |
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“The Small Cities program is one of our most powerful tools to assist communities in providing safe, affordable homes for residents who need help dealing with the high cost of housing.
In combination with other state and federal programs it serves people across Connecticut – especially on important and much-needed projects such as Rosenthal Gardens.”
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5/28/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Farm Reinvestment Grant Awards |
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5/28/2007 | Governor Rell Nominates Veteran Social Worker, Manager to be New DCF Commissioner |
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“Susan is incredibly talented and deeply committed to the mission of the Department of Children and Families. DCF has an enormously difficult job to do: It works with families and young people facing some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Fortunately, our agency is blessed with a talented and dedicated staff. I know that they will benefit from the leadership of Susan and this new team, who are determined to make real differences in the lives they touch.”
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5/28/2007 | Governor Rell Says Gas Petition Web Feature Has Drawn More Than 11,000 Responses |
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“Memorial Day weekend has come and gone. The legislature could have reduced the gas tax by 25 cents from now until Labor Day. They didn’t. So while we are seeing just how high the price of gas has risen, I ask you to take some time in the coming week to contact your legislators and tell them how you feel.”
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5/25/2007 | Governor Rell, Mother of Connecticut Marine Debut ‘Welcome Home’ Banner at Bradley Int’l Airport |
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“The best ideas are often based on simple observations. After reading Ms. Jimenez’s email, it made perfect sense that our troops should be welcomed home to Connecticut and the surrounding region in this appropriate manner.”
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5/25/2007 | Governor Rell: Flags Return to Full-Staff at Dusk Today; Should Be Lowered to Half Staff on Monday from Sunrise to Noon |
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5/24/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Connecticut Residents and Businesses Should Call 2-1-1 to Report Damages from April Nor’Easter |
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“We believe there are many residents who may have suffered damage that was not documented by the FEMA teams during the original damage assessment.
Our appeal can be based only on new tabulations of damages. Any affected resident who reports their damages will be buttressing our case for the appeal.”
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5/23/2007 | Governor Rell Encourages Lifeguards to Apply for Positions at Connecticut State Parks |
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“I strongly encourage our state’s residents, particularly our young people, to consider spending this summer doing something truly memorable – protecting and saving lives.”
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5/23/2007 | Governor Rell Signs Bill Upping Fines for Parking Illegally in Handicapped Spaces |
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“When handicapped parking spots are used illegally, it causes inconvenience and suffering to people who require the extra convenience because of physical limitations. Those who choose to break the law and illegally park in handicapped spaces will soon pay a stiffer price through the pocketbook.”
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5/23/2007 | Governor Rell Advises Medicare Enrollees to Call CHOICES Hotline With Questions, Complaints |
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“Medicare is an absolute lifeline of health care for our older adults and vulnerable citizens with disabilities. It should not be a source of confusion, misrepresentation and abuse.”
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5/22/2007 | Governor Rell Orders U.S., State Flags to Half-Staff to Honor Waterbury Fire Captain Killed in Crash |
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5/22/2007 | Governor Rell: Surplus Up $202 Million |
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“The state gained 3,200 jobs in April, and since the beginning of the year we have seen an increase in employment of more than 10,000.
We are steadily creating more and more jobs in every sector and in every section of the state. Those jobs are creating the continuous boost in revenue we are seeing.”
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5/21/2007 | Gov. Rell Recognizes Seven Connecticut Leaders for Innovative Efforts to Address Climate Change |
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"Climate Change is the major environmental challenge of our era and we need the help of everyone – not just government – to successfully address it. The accomplishments of these award winners clearly demonstrate that the work of individuals matters and can play a real part in helping us reduce the emission of dangerous Greenhouse Gases."
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5/21/2007 | Governors Across Nation Join Governor Rell To Fight Rising Gas Prices |
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“This is a national issue. The fact that so many of my colleagues have joined me in calling upon Congress to act sends a clear message that the governors across the country want and deserve answers on behalf of our citizens.”
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5/21/2007 | Governor Rell urges Homeowners facing Mortgage Delinquency to call 2-1-1 to Connect with Housing Counseling Agencies |
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“Connecticut residents have community-based housing counseling services that can help them deal with this problem. 2-1-1 can connect families to the closest housing counseling resource and help them consider other assistance programs relevant to their own circumstances.”
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5/21/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Steady Rise in Connecticut Children with Health Coverage |
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“We continue to spread the word about the benefits of HUSKY and we continue to strive to provide the best for our children. Our goal is to help parents of uninsured children and teenagers learn about the HUSKY program and sign their kids up for the health coverage they need.”
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5/18/2007 | I-84 Consultant Releases Final Audit Report |
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“The report shows a clear failure by all parties to perform their duties properly – both in actual work performance and in oversight procedures. The construction project was plagued by major flaws that included improperly installed drainage systems, drainage not installed at all and other defective or substandard project-related activities.”
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5/18/2007 | Governor Rell Nominates Robert Poliner as State’s First Property Rights Ombudsman |
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“More importantly, however, he understands that the homeowners and businesses of Connecticut need an experienced advocate on their side so long as there is a risk their property – the homes where they have lived for so long and they businesses they have worked so hard to build – are at risk from eminent domain.”
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5/17/2007 | Governor Rell Announces 3,200 New Jobs Gained |
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“This marks six consecutive months of steady job growth in Connecticut. Over the past year, our labor force has grown considerably, with nearly 24,000 new jobs gained.”
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5/16/2007 | Governor Rell Vetoes DSS Waiver Bill |
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5/16/2007 | Governor Rell’s ‘Summer Reading Challenge’ to Celebrate the Joy of Reading |
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“I am proud of the students that participated in this year’s event and the thousands of students across Connecticut who took part in the Summer Reading Challenge last summer. It is a tribute to the dedication of teachers, principals and parents who help foster a love of reading in children.”
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5/15/2007 | Governor Rell Announces $1 Million Grant For Brownfield Remediation |
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“Reusing valuable properties in urban areas, with established transportation, utility and infrastructure networks, is key to reducing sprawl and preserving the beauty of Connecticut.”
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5/15/2007 | Statement by Governor M. Jodi Rell: “New Revenue Projections Mean No New Taxes” |
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"Based upon projected revenues for the 2007, 2008 and 2009 Fiscal Years, I am convinced that we can reach a final agreement on a new state budget that is balanced and that invests in the critical priorities of this state, particularly in our children’s education."
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5/15/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Disaster Assistance Briefings |
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“While these meetings do not address disaster assistance programs for individuals and families, they are designed to help local officials and certain private nonprofit organizations understand eligibility requirements and the reimbursement process of applying for federal disaster assistance.”
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5/14/2007 | President Signs Disaster Declaration for State Following April 15 Nor’easter |
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5/14/2007 | Governor Rell Orders Flags to Half Staff May 15 to Honor Peace Officers |
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Governor Rell directed that both United States and Connecticut flags be flown at half staff on Tuesday, May 15, in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day.
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5/11/2007 | Governor Rell Proclaims “Military Spouses Day” |
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"On Military Spouses Day, we can all take time to honor the husbands and wives of those who wear the uniform of the Armed Forces of the United States. They are an integral part of the success of our Armed Forces."
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5/10/2007 | Governor Rell Discusses Anti-Sprawl Measures With Responsible Growth Pioneer |
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“Under Governor Glendening, Maryland was a national leader, becoming one of just a few states to enact anti-sprawl legislation.
I was very interested to hear about the governor’s attempts to solve Maryland’s land-use problems, and how we can build on those efforts here in Connecticut.”
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5/10/2007 | Governor Rell Addresses Campus Security Summit |
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"It is possible to reduce the risks of campus violence by creating strong partnerships. The better we work together – the state, the schools, local first responders, staff, students and parents – the more likely we are to prevent these tragedies."
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5/10/2007 | Governor Rell Says Additional Funding Marks “First Step” Toward Two Subs a Year |
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“As I said in my testimony, moving to two submarines a year is, of course, important to Connecticut for economic reasons.
But just as important is the fact that it will be an enormous help in maintaining the capability of our nation’s industrial base to design and build these submarines.”
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5/9/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Little or No Tax Increases Will Be Required in Her Proposed Budget |
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“I am asking the Office of Policy and Management to analyze the data to develop a revised revenue plan for my budget that will include little or no tax increases.”
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5/9/2007 | Governor Rell Names Joan McDonald New Commissioner of Economic and Community Development |
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“We are at a crossroads and we must plan today in order to shape the Connecticut of tomorrow. Joan McDonald has the knowledge, background and hands-on experience to help us achieve our vision.”
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5/9/2007 | Governor Rell Renews Call for Cap on Gross Receipts Tax and Calls for Halt to Tax’s Scheduled July 1 Rise |
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“We are ramping up the pressure on the federal government to investigate the recent price spikes, but at the same time there are actions we can take at the state level to ease the burden for our consumers and businesses. People are sick of the talk. They want results. I will keep pushing until we get some relief.”
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5/8/2007 | Gov. Rell Signs Pet Evacuations Bill |
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"In the past, no provisions were made to safeguard animals and their owners. This law will do so."
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5/8/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Connecticut One of 31 States Forming Climate Registry to Track Greenhouse Gases |
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"State governments across the nation continue to take positive action to address climate change - which is the major environmental challenge of our era.”
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5/7/2007 | Governor Rell Calls Upon All Governors to Join Fight Against Rising Gas Prices |
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“It is time we demanded answers on the gas price spikes that are hurting our consumers and our economies,” Governor Rell said. “This is a national issue and it is time we as governors ramp up the pressure on Congress to act."
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5/7/2007 | Governor Rell: New Emergency Equipment to Take Communications to “Next Level” in Time for Hurricane Season |
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“Connecticut will be the first state in the nation to have this technology in place state-wide. Local officials should have this technology in place in time for this year’s hurricane season.”
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5/7/2007 | Governor Rell Encourages Nominations for Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame |
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“We are an enriched state because of the generations of veterans from Connecticut who have returned home from dedicated military service and continued to make life-long contributions to our communities as civilians.”
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5/7/2007 | Governor Rell Announces $270,000 to Cheshire for Housing Rehabilitation |
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“This grant will help pay for much-needed home improvements, including the replacement of windows and roofs, installation of new siding, and interior upgrades to bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms.”
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5/7/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Grant to Plainfield to Help Fund Sewer Line Extension |
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“This funding will help provide much-needed sewer service – at no cost – for residents who have been coping with numerous septic problems in recent years. Just as important, the new sewers will protect the water supply by preventing any pollution of wells.”
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5/7/2007 | Governor Rell Announces Grant to East Hampton to Remove Obsolete, Deteriorating Water Tower |
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"This tower used to supply East Hampton’s village center fire hydrants, at one time the only fire protection system for downtown. Now that the fire system has been upgraded it is time to remove the rusty old water tower, which is not only an eyesore but could present a safety hazard for residents and businesses."
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5/4/2007 | Governor M. Jodi Rell’s Testimony to the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee on her Property Tax Cap Plan |
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"A real property tax relief cap - such as the 3% cap I proposed – taken together with dramatically increased state aide to education will allow us to finally stop talking about property tax relief and to make it a reality."
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5/3/2007 | Governor Rell Directs State Agencies to Examine State’s Alternative Fuel Strategy |
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“With today’s fuel prices, any way the state can diversify its fuel consumption will mean saving taxpayers money as well as improving our environment.”
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5/3/2007 | Governor Rell Invites Public to Attend Friday Hearing on Plan to Cap Property Taxes |
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“This hearing has been set up by the legislature is for invited speakers only, but you can send a powerful message by just showing up. The message is blunt: We need real property tax relief and we need it now.”
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5/2/2007 | Governor Rell Pleased With Results, Attendance at Second Annual Emergency Management Symposium |
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"A conference like this makes us all realize that the relationships we build up over time at the state and local levels are crucial to our response in an emergency."
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5/2/2007 | Governor Rell Notes CL & P Progress on Underground Network Systems in Stamford and Meriden |
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"The outages last August were more than an inconvenience. Numerous elderly and other citizens were put at serious risk and businesses were shut down when power was cut and air conditioning was lost."
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5/2/2007 | Governor Rell Receives Scores of Email Messages in Support of Her Plan to Cap Property Taxes |
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“Since I made that challenge, taxpayers from Easton to Simsbury and from Groton to Milford have been contacting me with words of support. People want the legislature to stop talking about increased state aid for education and property tax relief and do something about it.”
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5/1/2007 | Governor Rell Backs Radio Campaign to Encourage More Families to Adopt or Become Foster Parents |
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For information about fostering, adopting or mentoring a child, please go to the recruitment campaign’s new website at www.helpachildshine.com or call 1-888-KID-HERO.
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5/1/2007 | Governor Rell Writes President Bush Seeking Disaster Declaration Following April 15 Nor’easter |
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“I told the President we have more than 2,400 homes and 179 businesses with damage ranging from major to minor; government costs of almost $12 million; and private losses of more than $31.2 million.”
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5/1/2007 | Governor Rell Demands Answers on Gas Price Spikes |
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“Experts say the worst is yet to come, yet consumers are already being pushed to the brink. The peak summer driving season kicks off at the end of this month and prices will likely climb to new highs as the summer goes on.”
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