NEW BRITAIN – Today, Mayor Erin Stewart proclaimed that Halloween is NOT canceled in the City of New Britain and announced a partnership between the City of New Britain and Best Buddies International to host the first ever “Hallowheels Trick or Treat Drive-Thru Event” in New Britain. Additionally, the Mayor announced details about Costume Day at the New Britain Museum of American Art and offered safety tips for trick-or-treating in the city.

NEW BRITAIN – The City of New Britain Department of Public Works announced today they will restart their annual fall leaf pick-up in the coming week. Pick-up will begin the first week of November and run into mid December 2020.

NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin Stewart is proud to announce that The Mayor’s Trophy Charitable Golf Tournament this year was another huge success. Golfer’s from around the state gathered at Stanley Golf Course on September 25th to enjoy a relaxing day of golf, festivities, and charitable giving. All proceeds raised at the tournament directly benefited local New Britain charities.

NEW BRITAIN – On Wednesday, Mayor Erin Stewart and New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute gathered to announce the creation and early results of a new police department task force dedicated to crack down on car break-in burglaries in the City of New Britain. The task force is made up of over 20 officers, detectives, and police department supervisors. The task force is aimed at car break-in burglaries, not car thefts.

LEGAL NOTICE WARNING - Nov 3 2020 State Election

NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin Stewart announced today, that after months of closure due to the Coronavirus Pandemic that a newly renovated New Britain Senior Center has officially re-opened to the public. Modified programming became available at the Center on September 21st, 2020.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 6, 2020

NEW BRITAIN – Today, Mayor Erin Stewart announced a Water Supply Drought Watch for New Britain. Due to the abnormally low amount of rainfall in the past few months the water levels in the city’s reservoirs have fallen to 57% of total capacity. This low level of supply has triggered additional actions to be taken as per the city’s water supply plan. As such, Mayor Stewart and the City of New Britain Water Department are asking all customers of the New Britain Water Utility to voluntarily take additional conservation measures.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 20, 2020

NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin Stewart announced today, a sewer testing notice to City of New Britain residents. Over the past few weeks, Comprehensive Environmental Inc. (CEI) has been doing house inspections in select areas of the City as part of an ongoing sewer study. The next phase of the study involves the use of non-toxic smoke testing for the purpose of locating sources of storm water inflow to the sanitary sewer system. The study will attempt to locate direct and indirect connections from sources like catch basins, roof drains, broken sewer pipes, etc. The smoke testing will be done by Martinez Couch & Associates with a CEI representative assisting the team. The testing will take place on Thursday, October 22nd, 2020.

Legal Notice

City Assessor

City of New Britain

In accordance with Section 12-40 of the General Statutes of the State of Connecticut, the City Assessor of the City of New Britain hereby gives notice to all persons liable to pay personal property taxes to file a declaration for taxable property belonging to them as required by state law. The declarations must be filed or postmarked on or before November 2, 2020 to avoid late filing penalties.

Michael T. Konik

City of New Britain Assessor

NEW BRITAIN – New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that the City of New Britain is offering a lottery for the purchase of two newly remodeled homes located at 63 and 66 Cottage Place. The lottery will take place on October 17th, 2020 at 10am on site.

NEW BRITAIN – Today, Mayor Erin Stewart announced a Water Supply Drought Advisory for New Britain. Due to the abnormally low amount of rainfall in the past few months the water levels in the city’s reservoirs have fallen to 67% of total capacity. This low level of supply has triggered action be taken as per the city’s water supply plan. As such, Mayor Stewart and the City of New Britain Water Department are asking all customers of the New Britain Water Utility to voluntarily conserve water and reduce their water usage.

NEW BRITAIN – New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart proudly announced today that New Britain is the first municipality in the State of Connecticut to require every City Employee to participate in implicit bias training and that every City employee has completed their training.

NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin E. Stewart, Parks and Recreation Chairman Patrick Dorsey, and the New Britain Parks, Recreation, & Community Services Department are pleased to announce the Beehive Bridge Festival will be on Friday, September 18th from 5:00pm-10:00pm. This socially distanced event is a celebration of the one year anniversary of the dedication of the Beehive Bridge in Downtown New Britain and will feature live entertainment, Five Churches and Alvarium breweries, and various food trucks.

LEGAL NOTICE (as per Governor Lamont’s Executive Order No 7I) In accordance with Connecticut General Statutes, Section 12-110, the New Britain Board of Assessment Appeals will meet during the month of September 2020 in New Britain City Hall, Room 101, 27 West Main Street for the sole purpose of hearing appeals related to the assessment of motor vehicles.

Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that the City of New Britain Fire Department is being awarded $84,567 from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant for their Operations & Safety Program. This grant will go towards additional training for the New Britain Fire Department and will also cover some overtime expenses the department incurs.

NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that free city WIFI has been added to three locations throughout the City of New Britain as a result of the efforts of the School Technology Task Force. The locations include: the City Health Department, Willow Street Park and the New Britain Public Library. The goal of the task force is to connect students of the Consolidated School District of New Britain to the internet.

Mayor Erin Stewart announced today a series of significant investments in New Britain made possible with grant monies provided to the City through the CARES Act.

Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that city residents may utilize the City of New Britain Recycling Center to dispose of debris left by Tropical Storm Isaias without charge. The recycling center, located at 642 Christian Lane, will accept storm debris starting tomorrow August 7th through August 14th, 2020.

This letter is to inform you that the New Britain Utility Division is performing work on the above referenced project starting on August 3^rd, 2020. This work is needed to replace an old deteriorating water main within Clinton Street (from Corbin Ave to Bond St), a portion of Bond Street (from Clinton St to Broad St) and a portion of Broad Street (from Bond St to Burritt St).

Mayor Erin Stewart and her husband Domenic, announced the birth of their firstborn child today, a baby girl, Lina Elizabeth Mutone, born on July 26th, 2020.

Mayor Erin Stewart announced today the formation of the New Britain Youth Leadership Group, guided under the umbrella of the New Britain’s Local Prevention Council. Additionally, Mayor Stewart commended them on their vocal advocacy to reduce and prevent substance abuse among the city’s youth and encourage a life of wellness.

NOTICE - DEMOCRAT AND REPUBLICAN AUGUST 11, 2020 PRIMARIES

ALL POLLING LOCATIONS WILL BE OPEN FOR VOTING IN PERSON

NEW BRITAIN—Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that the City of New Britain has received $2,976,000 from the Connecticut Department of Transportation through the Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program (LOTCIP) for Phase VIII work of the City’s Complete Streets Masterplan.

The Common Council of the City of New Britain, Connecticut will hold a special meeting on Wednesday June 24, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following:

The Common Council has approved a $25.8 million authorization that will be used for improvements related to the City’s water treatment facility and system.

Mayor Erin Stewart and the Parks and Recreation Commission announced today that the City’s farmer’s market in Central Park, now in its 5th year, will begin on July 1.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:
BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Aram Ayalon, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salemo, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Cln·is Anderson, Sharon Beloin-Saavedra, Michael Thompson, Kris Rutkowski, Howard Dyson, and Colin Ivan Osborn, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, and Erin Stewart, Mayor, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., in the Community Room of the New Britain Police Department, 10 Chestnut Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following purposes:

As chair of the Human Rights and Opportunities Commission, I am tasked to remain impartial in the hopes that clearer minds will prevail. The injustices to people of color need to stop, but destroying our communities isn’t the best solution.

New Britain City Hall COVID-19 Altered Operations

The Common Council of the City of New Britain, Connecticut will hold a special meeting on Thursday evening June 4, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following:

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, you are hereby commanded to notify Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Aram Ayalon, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Chris Anderson, Sharon Beloin-Saavedra, Michael Thompson, Kris Rutkowski, Howard Dyson, and Colin Ivan Osborn, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a Special Meeting of the Common Council on Thursday evening, June 4, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purposes:

Certification of Endorsed Candidates for Municipal Office

NEW BRITAIN— The Common Council has entered into an agreement with NY-Conn Corporation of Danbury for Phase II of a Citywide Traffic Signal Modernization Program.

NEW BRITAIN— Mayor Erin Stewart announced today the winners of the “Think Beyond Yourself” awards— an initiative designed to recognize the many unsung heroes playing a role in our community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

NEW BRITAIN— Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that the SMART City Committee has completed one of their signature projects. The project, which converted fluorescent light fixtures to LED light fixtures throughout City properties, is designed to save energy, help the environment, and protect taxpayer dollars.

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NEW BRITAIN— Mayor Erin Stewart announced today that Comcast has extended their comprehensive COVID-19 Response Policies through June 30th, greatly increasing internet connectivity and access to all residents of New Britain.

LEGAL NOTICE

In accordance with Article X §10-3(d) and Article XI § 11-2(d) of the Charter of the City of New Britain the “Mayor’s Proposed Budget” and “Mayor’s Proposed Capital Projects Budget” was filed with the City Clerk concurrently with its submission to the Common Council.

LEGAL NOTICE

In accordance with Article X §10-3(e) of the Charter of the City of New Britain the Common Council will hold a Public Hearing on the “Mayor’s Proposed Budget” and “Mayor’s Proposed Capital Projects Budget” on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT. Detailed reports are available for public inspection in the City and Town Clerk’s Office, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT and handouts will be provided at the Public Hearing.

LEGAL NOTICE-Code of Ordinances

The Common Council of the City of New Britain will hold a Public Hearing on the 2020 Neighborhood Assistance Act Program on April 15, 2020, at 7:00 p.m.

On April 15, 2020, the New Britain Common Council will hold a Public Hearing at 7:05 p.m.

The purpose of this Hearing is to offer citizens an opportunity to comment on the City's proposed 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan for HUD Programs, the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing, and the Proposed 2020 Annual Action Plan. The Consolidated Plan governs the Federal funds under HUD's formula grant programs: the Community Development Block Grant and HOME.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 6, 2020

MAYOR STEWART ENACTS NEW MEASURE AT CITY HALL TO COMBAT CORONAVIRUS

NEW BRITAIN— Mayor Erin Stewart announced a new proactive measure on Monday aimed at combating the possible spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in City Hall; effective Tuesday April 7th, 2020, New Britain City Hall will be closed to the public for two weeks. This proactive measure is designed to protect the safety of the public and City Hall employees during the anticipated “surge” period of coronavirus cases in Connecticut. City Hall is scheduled to re-open to the public on Tuesday April 21st, 2020, however it will be subject to the recommendation of the Director of Public Health.

LEGAL NOTICE

DEMOCRATIC & REPUBLICAN PARTY SELECTED DELEGATES TO CONVENTIONS

Mayor’s Warrant

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Kristian Rosado, Daniel Salerno, Emmanuel Sanchez, Wilfredo Pabon, Robert Smedley, Chris Anderson, Francisco Santiago, Aram Ayalon, Sharon Beloin-Saavedra, Howard Dyson, Colin Osborn, Iris Sanchez, Richard Reyes, Kris Rutkowski, Michael Thompson, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said city, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purpose:

Due to the Covid-19 Emergency the Town Clerk's Office will be available on an extremely limited basis. All Town Clerk's Office required services will be handled in Room 108. Everyone is strongly encouraged to utilize mail-in services.

The City of New Britain will start its Annual Water Main Flushing Program starting on April 13^th, 2020 as required by the state of Connecticut’ Department of Public Health Regulations. The City’s intends to flush the entire city [see below for area and street map]. Additionally the Water Department will flush all the dead-end lines within the entire distribution system.

NEW BRITAIN—Mayor Erin Stewart is providing this update on the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic:

The City of New Britain, Commission on Community & Neighborhood Development, acting through the Department of Community Development, will receive Bids for the renovations of two existing homes at 63 Cottage Place and 66 Cottage Place. Bid No. 6366-20 until 2:00pm April 2, 2020, at the Department of Community Development, Room 311- City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

NEW BRITAIN— Mayor Erin Stewart announced several proactive measures on Friday aimed at combating the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). These initial measures include the closure of New Britain Public Schools, the suspension of several programs at the Senior Center, and institution of a city-wide curfew for unsupervised youth.

The City of New Britain ‘s Community Service office is seeking nominations from the community for its annual Youth Service Awards, which will be held during a dinner at the New Britain Senior Center on May 7.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2020

CITY OF NEW BRITAIN RECEIVES $650,000 GRANT TO AID IN OPIOID TASK FORCE

NEW BRITAIN—The City of New Britain has been awarded a $650,000 Overdose Data to Action grant from the Center for Disease Control to aid individuals struggling with opioid addiction and treatment by leveraging data to better understand and respond to the epidemic in the community.

A parking ban is ordered by Mayor Erin Stewart for Saturdayy 3:00 p.m. Saturday 18, 2020.

MAYOR WAIVES DOWNTOWN PARKING FEES FOR REMAINDER OF THE HOLIDAY SHOPPING SEASON

NEW BRITAIN—Mayor Erin E. Stewart is announcing that beginning Monday, Dec. 23rd, she will suspend parking meter fees in the downtown area to provide up to two hours of free parking for holiday shoppers. Regular meter rates and enforcement will resume at 7 a.m. on Thursday, January 2.

Mayor Erin Stewart and the New Britain Commission on the Arts will hold an opening reception for a new exhibit at City Hall: The Mayor’s Invitational. New this year, the Mayor will showcase some of her original photography works as part of the exhibition.

WARRANT

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:
BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY:

Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Richard Reyes, Kristian Rosado, Daniel Salemo, Emmanuel Sanchez, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Robert Smedley, Alde1men and Alderwomen of said City, and Mayor Erin Stewart, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Monday, November 4, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following pmposes:

The CITY OF NEW BRITAIN, Commission on Community & Neighborhood Development, acting through the Department of Community Development, will receive bids for Elizabeth Place sub-division on October 7, 2019 at 10 am.

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The Consul General of the Republic of Poland in New York Mr. Maciej Golubiewski, the Honorary Consul of Poland in Connecticut Darek Barcikowski, and Mayor Erin Stewart invite the public to attend a historic visit to New Britain by Polish President Andrzej Duda and his spouse.

Renovations will begin on September 9

The New Britain Community Services Department is seeking nominations from employers who have hired individuals with disabilities or from employees with disabilities who are currently in the workplace for a recognition and awards breakfast that will be held in October.

Mayor Erin Stewart will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 15, to mark the recent opening of the Clam Box, a new seafood restaurant oeprated by Nicholas Augustino--the owner of the City's famed East Side Restaurant.

Mayor Erin Stewart will hold a Mobile Mayor's Office on Saturday, Aug. 10 at OIC New Britain on North Street from noon to 2 p.m.

Free community celebration event to be held Saturday, August 10 on North Street

Mayor Erin Stewart, principals from Xenolith and Dakota Partners, along with state officials from the Department of Housing, Department of Economic and Community Development, and the CT Housing Finance Authority will hold a "topping out" ceremony to mark the topping out of Phase 1, the six-story building at Columbus Commons

Mayor Erin E. Stewart is excited to announce that the City's commission on Persons with Disabilities will host its 12th Annual Abilities/Disabilities Walk & Roll

The City of New Britain will host its annual Bicycle Safety Day on Saturday, July 13th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the downtown area.

The City of New Britain, Department of Community Development, will receive Bids for the Elizabeth Place Subdivision

The City of New Britain is requesting proposals for assistance in preparing the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development.

Important information on parking, viewing, and safety precautions.

Public Works Department Reminds Residents to Place Only Recycables into Blue Bins

The New Britain Common Council voted 13-0 Wednesday night to authorize $57 million in bond authorizations for renovations at Chamberlain Elementary School and roofing projects at Slade and Pulaski Middle Schools.

The City of New Britain Common Council will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following purposes:

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

The Standing Bonding Subcommittee of the Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law will hold a special meeting on Wednesday evening, June 5, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following:

The following actions were taken at the Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting of Thursday, May 16, 2019:

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, you are hereby commanded to notify Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a Special Meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday evening, May 29, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purposes:

Mayor Erin E. Stewart, Parks and Recreation Commission Chairman Patrick Dorsey, and Veterans Commission Chairman Peter Scirpo announced today that the New Britain Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department will be hosting the 2019 Memorial Day Parade in honor of all the brave men and women who have served and those who are currently serving in the United States military.

Beginning Wednesday, May 15, Eversource crews will be working in the North Oaks section of New Britain.

Mayor Erin Stewart will hold a ribbon cutting for a new high-end car restoration business called The Paddock Classic Car Restorations, that’s located on Columbus Boulevard in New Britain.

Rabies & Parvovirus Vaccination AND Town Clerk Dog Licensing Clinic

Sunday, June 9th 2019 - 9:00am to noon

212 Linden Street Police Sub Station Across from Chesley Park

Following a fire on Friday evening that displaced residents who lived at 180 Allen St., the City’s Community Services Department has offered assistance to 14 families and has undertaken a needs assessment to connect them with basic needs, support, and transitional housing.

Mayor Erin Stewart has announced that New Britain-based JASKO Development is undertaking a renovation of the historic Andrews Building at 132 Main St.

Mayor Erin Stewart and the Greater New Britain Arts Alliance will publically unveil the first dozen 6 foot fiberglass bees that have been painted by area artists as part of the “Bees Across New Britain” public art project.

The City of New Britain has launched a new cost sharing sidewalk repair program for property owners seeking to make improvements to their sidewalks.

Beginning Monday, May 15, Eversource crews will begin infrastructure improvements in the North oak area in an effort to replace poles with new and stronger ones that can better withstand the impact of storms.

On Thursday, May 16, 2019, the Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 6:00 p.m. in Room 201, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut, to conduct public hearings for the following applications:

Mayor Erin E. Stewart and Peter Scirpo, Chairman of the Veterans Commission, announced today that the New Britain Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department will be hosting the 2019 Memorial Day Services. The Memorial Day Services are commemorative ceremonies that recognize and honor the men and woman who served in the United States military at various war memorials and landmarks throughout the city of New Britain.

The City of New Britain has launched a new visitor's website aimed at promoting the City's many dining, entertainment, and arts options.

TOTHE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

Program gives officers discretion when making an arrest; opt for treatment services instead

The City of New Britain’s Department of Public Works has finalized its biannual Fleet Report, which details the City’s continued reduction in the number of City vehicles on the road over the last three years, along with a decrease in fuel consumption, among other changes

The City of New Britain’s Department of Public Works has finalized its biannual Fleet Report, which details the City’s continued reduction in the number of City vehicles on the road over the last three years, along with a decrease in fuel consumption, among other changes.

This report documents the City of New Britain’s efforts to comply with the conditions of the MS4 General Permit to the maximum extent practicable (MEP) from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018.

NEW BRITAIN—Mayor Erin E. Stewart and the New Britain Commission on the Arts are now accepting design proposals from artists interested in turning traffic light control boxes into works of art as part of the High Voltage Art project.

City adds $31,086,914 in new assessments to list of taxable property

Are You Prepared For An Emergency?

None of us knows when the next emergency will happen or what it will be. We can however work together to best plan and prepare for an emergency before it happens.

Panel to provide update on water, discussions on past and future

Check out the latest news and information from the New Britain Senior Center!

Mayor Erin E. Stewart is announcing that beginning Tuesday, Dec. 18th, she will suspend parking meter fees in the downtown area to provide up to two hours of free parking for holiday shoppers.

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Honors Award Winners

NEW BRITAIN—Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings Service (“S&P”) has affirmed the City of New Britain’s “A+” rating on both its new and underlying debt. At the same time, S&P has affixed its top short-term rating of “SP-1+” to the City’s short term debt obligations.

Mayor Erin E. Stewart and the New Britain Commission on the Arts are seeking artists to display their work in New Britain’s City Hall for the 2018-19 Mayor’s Invitational Exhibition as part of the city’s Art in the Heart series.

The City of New Britain Common Council will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following purposes:

Residents should note that survey crews will be visiting area neighborhoods over the next several weeks

Mayor Erin Stewart and the New Britain Public Works Department announced that the City's 2018 Crack Sealing program will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 19 and will involve making repairs to about 10 miles of roadway.

Curley Jones Wins City's "Experience the New" Marketing Jingle Contest

NEW BRITAIN—Exercising her authority under the City’s charter, Mayor Erin E. Stewart on Monday vetoed Resolution No. 34258-5—the 2018-19 budget that was adopted by the Common Council on June 9, 2018—stating that the amended budget was not in the best interest of the community.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, you are hereby commanded to notify Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a Special Meeting of the Common Council on Saturday afternoon, June 9, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purposes:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, you are hereby commanded to notify Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a Special Meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday evening, June 6, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purposes:

LEGAL NOTICE

DECISIONS OF THE

CITY OF NEW BRITAIN

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

The following actions were taken at the Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting of Thursday, May 17, 2018:

Join Us for a Walk/Run to Eliminate Hate

Hosted by: The Academy of Science and Innovation

Saturday June 2nd, 9am-11am

Walnut Hill Park

All are Welcome. Free entry, T-shirts for purchase.

Mayor Erin Stewart, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, the Governor of Puerto Rico, members of the New Britain Latino Coalition, and other officials will hold a dedication ceremony for a new monument honoring the 65th Infantry Puerto Rican Regiment of the United States Army.

Overall Budget Decreased by 1.58 percent

Candidate Would be First Hispanic Fire Chief in Department's History

The New Britain Police Department responded to numerous calls at 10:12 p.m. on April 4, 2018 in response to reports that a train was blocking several intersections.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said city, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purpose:

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Richard Reyes, Kristian Rosado, Daniel Salerno, Emmanuel Sanchez, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago and Robert Smedley, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, and Mayor Erin E. Stewart, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following purposes:

Mayor Erin Stewart and representatives from SeeClickFix will provide an overview and interactive presentation for a new mobile app called SeeCLickFix that allows individuals to report pot holes, graffiti, blight and other issues right from their mobile phone.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following purposes:

The Standing Bonding Subcommittee of the Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law will hold a special meeting on Wednesday evening, March 28, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following:

Informational Session - Board of Education Budget Presentation and Discussion by Superintendent Nancy Sarra.

The City of New Britain wishes to determine the feasibility and the environmental impacts of creating new drinking storage water reservoir on City owned property located at 0 Biddle Pass in Plainville, CT.

The City of New Britain has launched a proactive initiative to sell off city-owned property that has been vacant and unused for an extended period of time.

Mayor Erin E. Stewart and City Assessor Mike Konik announced today that the City's 2017 Grand List has increased by 6.27 percent.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following purposes:

Mayor Erin Stewart and the New Britain Commission on the Arts Present a Call for Nominations for the New Britain Poet Laureate

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following purposes:

The Standing Bonding Subcommittee of the Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law will hold a special meeting on Wednesday evening, January 17, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following:

The City of New Britain has launched a new service that allows property owners to conveniently and quickly pay for their water and sewer bill online through the City's website at newbritainct.gov.

Mayor Erin Stewart, Economic Development Director Bill Carroll, owner Mark Schand, and others will hold a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Jan. 16 to mark the opening of Sweetwater Juice Bar and Deli, a new downtown business offering healthy drink and food options.

Mayor Erin Stewart, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, and other community leaders will hold a citywide celebration on Monday, Jan. 15 to honor the legacy of civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Eva Magnuszewski, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Robert Smedley, Richard Reyes, Emmanuel Sanchez, Kristian Rosado, Brian Keith Albert, Aram Ayalon, Katie Breslin, Jamie Giantonio, Don Naples, Wilfredo Pabon, Daniel Salerno, Iris Sanchez, Francisco Santiago, Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following purposes:

The Standing Bonding Subcommittee of the Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law will hold a special meeting on Wednesday evening, January 10, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT for the following:

Hosting bingo, a raffle, or bazaar? Under a change in state law, permitting is now done through the New Britain Police Department.

Please use the following link for the online permit portal: https://permits.newbritainpolice.org/public/welcome

Mayor waives downtown parking fees for remainder of the holiday shopping season

Title VI information can be found in the Documents Tab under Policies and Procedures.

Road closure of Main Street between Columbus Boulevard and East Main Street will begin at 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2017 and is expected to remain closed until 3:00 p.m. Friday, November 17, 2017. Pedestrian access is expected to remain closed until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2017.

Mayor Erin E. Stewart, Parks and Recreation Commission Chairman Patrick Dorsey, and Vice Chairman Paul Shaker, Sr. are pleased to announce that Stanley Golf Course will be honoring Veterans on Friday, November 11, 2016 with a free greens fee. All military personnel and veterans will receive a free greens fee when they show their Veteran ID card (or similar proof). Veterans are encouraged to relax and enjoy the day that is in their honor by playing a round of golf at beautiful Stanley Golf Course.

Connecticut Secretary of the State, Election Night Reporting

Mayor Erin Stewart will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of AB CDL Driver Training

The City of New Britain and Chrysalis Center Real Estate Corporation (CCREC) will host a downtown redevelopment celebration this Thursday beginning at 9 a.m.

Simple Recycling ready to begin free curbside textile collection service

Mayor Erin Stewart will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of Simple Recycling.

The City of New Britain will be hosting a veterans medal ceremony to honor veterans who currently or previously lived

$58 million mixed-use development is downtown New Britain's first Transit Oriented Development; steps from CTFastrak

Mayor Erin Stewart will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of American Welding and Fabrication

Mayor Erin Stewart will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of Force Aytomation Inc.

The City of New Britain has retained international law firm Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law, LLP, to represent them in litigation against pharmaceuitcal manufacturers and distributors.

Mayor Erin Stewart will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of K&R Precision Grinding LLC

Due to overwhemling popularity, Mayor Erin E. Stewart announced today that she will hold her next open office hours for the month of September on Facebook Live once again.

Mayor Erin Stewart and Veteran’s Commission Chairman Peter Scirpo are proud to announce a City of New Britain veterans medal ceremony recognition event that will be held on Saturday, Oct. 21 in Central Park.

The City of New Britain is working with the Greater New Britain Arts Alliance to bring an exciting new public art project to the community thats called "Bees Across New Britain."

Mayor Erin E. Stewart is proud to announce the launch of a new interactive community policing website aimed at helping residents and business owners submit anonymous tips to help solve crimes and cold cases.

Please find attached the Independent Review of the New Britain Fire Department which was commissioned by Mayor Erin E. Stewart in May 2017.

The New Britain Community Services Department is seeking nominations from employerswho have hired individuals with disabilities or from employees with disabilities who are currently in theworkplace for a recognition and awards breakfast that will be held in October.

Due to an overwhelming response, Mayor Erin E. Stewart announced today that she will hold her next opemn office hours for the month of August on Facebook Live again. The session will be held at 4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 7.

Mayor Erin Stewart and the New Britain Public Works Department announced that the City's 2017 Annual Paving Program will soon begin, which will involve rehabilitating 8.9 miles of road across 45 City streets.

Mayor Erin Stewart, members of the New Britain latino Coalition, and other officials will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a monument honoring the 65th Infantry Puerto Rican Regiment of the United States Army.

The City of New Britain will send out motor vehicle tax bills for September 1, the Tax Collector announced today.

The New Britain Commission on the Arts recently made awards totaling $38,380 to 16 New Britain arts organizations. Funding for these awards was made possible with the support of the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Office of the Arts.

The City will conduct an informational meeting for this project on Tuesday August 1, 2017 at 6:00pm in Room 504 New Britain City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT

The State of Connecticut's budget is not finalized. Therefore, Mayor Erin Stewart is informing residents that annual motor vehicle bills that are usually due in July will not be a part of the City's regular tax billing scheduled to go out this week.

Mayor Erin Stewart and New Britain's Commission on Persons with Disabilities celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with the 10th Annual 'Walk and Roll" at Walnut Hill Park.

The City of New Britain's Department of Public Works has finalized its Annual Fleet Report, which details the City's 7.8 percent reduction in the number of City vehicles on the road and a $184,000 reduction in fuel costs, among other changes.

Mayor Erin E. Stewart, Commission Chairman Patrick Dorsey announced today that the New Britain Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will be hosting the 25th Annual Great American Boom at Stanley Quarter Park on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 (rain date: July 5).

NEW BRITAIN—For the second year in a row, the National Civic League has named the City of New Britain an “All-America City” in recognition of the community’s efforts to boost school attendance, stem summer learning loss, and increase grade-level reading skills—particularly among low-income families.

Mayor Erin Stewart and the New Britain Public Works Department announce the start of the 2017 Pavement Rehabilitation Program. Work will be performed by contractors retained by the City and will begin in August.

that there will be a Special Meeting of the Common Council on Tuesday evening, June 6, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following purposes...

For the second year in a row, the National Civic League has named the City of New Britain an “All-America City” finalist in recognition of the community’s efforts to boost school attendance, stem summer learning loss, and increase grade-level reading skills.

NEW BRITAIN—Mayor Erin E. Stewart on Wednesday presented to the Common Council a $241.53 million budget proposal, entitled “Leading the Way,” that calls for no tax increase.

that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall

The Stomwater management Plan is posted for public review and comment.

Mayor Erin E. Stewart announced today that she will hold her next open office hours on Monday, March 20th from 4 to 6 p.m.

The City of New Britain is preparing for Tuesday’s snow storm by bringing additional snow plows into operation, pre-treating roads with salt, coordinating emergency response efforts among various departments, and closely watching the forecast, Mayor Erin Stewart said Monday morning.

A parking ban has been ordered by Mayor Erin Stewart of New Britain in anticipation of the snow which has been forecasted. The parking ban will go into effect at 11:59pm (Midnight) on Monday March 13, 2017 and will likely continue through to Wednesday morning. Parking will be prohibited on all city streets while the ban is in effect.

PRESS RELEASE – SNOW EMERGENCY PARKING BAN

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 8TH, 2017 AT 11:59 PM (MIDNIGHT)

A parking ban has been ordered by Mayor Erin Stewart of New Britain in anticipation of the snow which has been forecasted. The parking ban will go into effect at 11:59 PM (midnight) on Wednesday February 8th, 2017 and will likely continue through to Thursday afternoon. Parking will be prohibited on all city streets while the ban is in effect.

Mayor Erin E. Stewart and City Assessor Michael Konik announced today that the City’s 2016 Grand List has increased by 0.96 percent—adding $23,708,422 in new assessments to the City’s list of taxable property. This is the third consecutive year that the Grand List has had positive growth.

Mayor Erin Stewart will host a launch event to unveil the City’s new branding campaign and logo.

NEW BRITAIN—Mayor Erin E. Stewart announced today that the City has added free public Wi-Fi to several locations in the downtown area as part of her Smart City initiative.

NEW BRITAIN—The City of New Britain is on pace to end 2016 with a significant reduction in major crimes as compared to 2015, Mayor Erin E. Stewart and Police Chief James P. Wardwell announced today.

TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:

BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED TO NOTIFY Wilfredo Pabon, Jamie Giantonio, Shirley Black, Carlo Carlozzi, Jr., Don Naples, Daniel Salerno, Louis Salvio, Emmanuel Sanchez, Robert Smedley, Tremell Collins, Daniel Davis, Jerrell Hargraves, Christopher Polkowski, Kristian Rosado, Jim Sanders, Jr., Aldermen and Alderwomen of said City, that there will be a special meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following purposes:

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

The Standing Bonding Subcommittee of the Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance, and Law will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut for the following purpose: