Posts by terriewood
CT’s Transportation and Budget Crisis…Truths and Untruths
In reading a story recently in The Hour titled “Battle Shaping Up Over Fare Hikes” written by Bill Cummings, I found myself just shaking my head at statements from Senator Bob Duff. (Sen. Duff represents most of Darien and all of Norwalk.) Some facts need to be laid out, and misleading/incorrect statements need to be…
Read MoreAn Inside Look at Our Local Police Departments
Last month I had the opportunity to do a “ride along” with Darien Police Officer Leslie Silva learning more about the police department and our local community along the way. During our ride around town, I was able to gain an in-depth and personal look at how our local police departments operate, and therefore gain a…
Read MoreReturn prosperity to our great state
Here’s my most recent “Hartford Current” piece in The Darien Times: Our state fiscal challenges continue amid critical budget dynamics. fiscal year ‘16 ended at midnight Thursday June 30 with yet another deficit — this time $318 million. For the third time in a year, the state budget fell into deficit due to a drop…
Read MoreMuch done, more to do; highlights from Hartford
Here’s my most recent “Hartford Current” piece in The Darien Times: With the regular legislative session behind us, this a good time to provide a summary of some of the highlights (from Hartford). There was a good bit of legislation accomplished that had strong bipartisan support that will benefit many in our state. In all,…
Read MoreAre CT Democrats Breaking Free Of State Unions’ Grip? (Hartford Courant)
I have been sharing this article with everyone I know as I feel it succinctly lays out the challenges we are facing with the bloated budget and blatant conflicts of interest with regard to the unions. Read the entire article here: http://www.courant.com/opinion/editorials/hc-ed-unions-democrats-0531-20160531-story.html
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