In April of 2008, the Court of Common Council voted to hold a series of public hearings to gauge public sentiment about whether the Council should empanel a charter reform commission. The resolution directed the Legislative Affairs Committee to host four (4) public hearings throughout the city between June 1 and August 1, 2008. The four formal hearings were held in various locations across the city and in total approximately 150 community members attended the public hearings. The hearings provided an opportunity to share information with the public regarding the current charter and the process by which a commission would be empanelled. This report summarizes the themes raised in these meetings and the dialogue that took place. (PDF documents, 13 pages) Published by City of Hartford, City Council Legislative Affairs Committee City of Hartford, City Council Legislative Affairs Committee
; Publication Date: August 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/0808_CharterReformSummary.pdf
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A collection of resources about the economic recovery package, from federal to state to business resources. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
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Link: /issues/wsd/EconomicDevelopment/wsd_040409.asp
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Sunshine Review developed and used a 10-point checklist to evaluate state, county, city, and school district websites for transparency practices. This report is the result of its first nationwide report on the proactive disclosure of government information. (PDF document, 26 pages) Published by Sunshine Review Sunshine Review
; Publication Date: January 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/2013_Transparency_Report_Card.pdf
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A video of the October 23, 2007 community program, A Dialogue with Hartford’s Mayoral Candiates – A Hartford Courant Key Issues Forum, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 23, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_23_2007.asp
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A video of the September 6, 2007 community program, A Dialogue with Hartford’s Mayoral Candiates – A Hartford Courant Key Issues Forum, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: September 9, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_09_06_2007.asp
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The text of the state law proposed to authorize municipalities that are implementing a revaluation to phase-in property tax assessments increases and to require the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management to establish criteria for exempting towns from revaluation for a period of five years. Raised Bill #535. Published by Connecticut General Assembly Connecticut General Assembly
; Publication Date: February 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/bill535.asp
Related Link(s):
Connecticut General Assembly Bill Status
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The text of the state law proposed in regards to the establishment of abatements in qualifying municipalities and to eliminate the surcharge on corporations. Raised Bill #531 Published by Connecticut General Assembly Connecticut General Assembly
; Publication Date: February 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/bill531.asp
Related Link(s):
Connecticut General Assembly Bill Status
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The Hartford Court of Common Council proposes to grant subpoena powers to Operations, Management and Budget Committee to study last year and this year's budgets. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: August 10, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/SubpoenaPowers.pdf
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This report for the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities suggests that despite tough fiscal times, state government has a moral and economic imperative to provide increased assistance to Bridgeport, Hartford, New Haven, and Waterbury. These four communities bear a disproportionate burden when it comes to paying for and providing services to Connecticut’s neediest residents. (PDF document, 28 pages) Published by Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
; Publication Date: October 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/ccm-poorer-cities.pdf
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A March 2009 presentation to the city council of the plans for stimulus funds that Hartford expects to receive. (PDF document, 12 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/EconomicDevelopment/Stimulus_Presentation_3-31-09.pdf
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This report, produced by Marcum LLP, is an independent review of the operations of the Hartford Police Department Internal Affairs Division. Marcum was retained by Saundra Kee Borges, Corporation Counsel of the City of Hartford. This version of the report was published in the Hartford Courant, and downloaded from the Hartford Courant website. (PDF document, 81 pages) Published by The Hartford Courant The Hartford Courant
; Publication Date: September 21, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Crime/CTfinalreport092111.pdf
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This document is the 2009 Strategic Plan for the Asylum Hill Neighborhood Association (AHNA), which serves as the Asylum Hill Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ). (PDF Document, 34 pages) Published by Asylum Hill Neighborhood Association Asylum Hill Neighborhood Association
; Publication Date: 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/AH_Final_Plan_12_17.pdf
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Attorney General Richard Blumenthal recently announced that his office has determined former Hartford Mayor Eddie A. Perez is eligible for a city pension and formally notified the Chief State’s Attorney that he will seek to revoke it. Published by Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR
; Publication Date: June 29, 2010
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Link: /issues/documents/government/ag-seeks-perez-pension-revocation.pdf
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Attorney General Richard Blumenthal recently announced that his office has determined former Hartford Mayor Eddie A. Perez is eligible for a city pension. This is his letter to the Chief State’s Attorney Keven Kane stating that he will seek to revoke it. Published by Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR
; Publication Date: June 29, 2010
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Link: /issues/documents/government/kane-re-perez.pdf
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A memo from the firm of Baker Donelson to Mayor Eddie Perez outlining their lobbying efforts on behalf of the city aimed at securing federal funds for the ciy. Published by Baker Donelson Baker Donelson
; Publication Date: July 13, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/BakerDonelsonMemo.pdf
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Better Choices for Connecticut is a broad-based community coalition working to help Connecticut make the budgetary choices that reflect the priorities and values of its citizens. While Governor Rell has promised that her upcoming biennial budget will include deep cuts affecting every agency of the Connecticut government, Better Choices believes that reliance on spending cuts is both unwise and unnecessary. (PDF document, 15 pages) Published by Better Choices for Connecticut Better Choices for Connecticut
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Link: /issues/wsd/region/bud09whitepaper.pdf
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The MetroHartford Millennium Project, in collaboration with the University of Connecticut’s Center for Economic Analysis, has undertaken a long-term research initiative to track the Hartford region’s economic progress over time. This report proposes a series of specific policy recommendations that would help lay the foundations for MetroHartford’s emergence as a truly effective regional, national, and global competitor. (PDF document, 9 pages) Published by MetroHartford Alliance MetroHartford Alliance
; Publication Date: July 13, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MetroHartfordPolicyRec.pdf
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In this brief filed with the Superior Court, the City of Hartford and the Chief State's Attorney in support of the appeal of the FOIA decision claim that the FOIA Commission failed to conduct a proper statutory analysis, has misconstrued the grand jury statutory scheme, and has applied FOIA in a manner that leads to an irrational result. Published by Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain
; Publication Date: August 07, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/FOIA_Brief.pdf
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A video of the March 15, 2010 community program, Campaign Finance Reform: Money and Politics in Connecticut and the Nation, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: March 15, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_03_15_2010.asp
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A video of the February 19, 2008 community program, Can You Hear Me Now? A Discussion on Hartford's Noise Ordinance, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: February 19, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_19_2008.asp
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An analysis of the Connecticut FY 06-07 State Budget by the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM), which focuses on the impact on municipalities, summary of general government aid, summary of education aid, and bonding. (PDF document, 20 pages) Published by Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
; Publication Date: May 15, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/budget_analysis_fy06-07_final.pdf
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A video of the July 24, 2008 community program, Charter Reform 101, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: July 24, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_07_24_2008.asp
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A video of the October 5, 2011 community program, City Council Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 5, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_05_2011.asp
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A newsletter about city services, Census 2010, and the Plan of Conservation and Development (One City, One Plan), provided by the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: April 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_Apr_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services, public safety, the city budget, and help for Haiti, provided by the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 3 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: February 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_Feb_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services, tax rate and city budget, and city farmers' markets, provided by the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: June 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_Jun_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services, health inequities, and youth/police initiatives, provided by the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: March 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_Mar_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services, summer programs, the city budget, youth initiatives, provided by the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: May 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_May_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services and Hartford Public Schools from the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: December 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/city_gov_working_for_you_Dec_09.pdf
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A newsletter about city services and Hartford Public Schools from the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: January 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/city_gov_working_for_you_Jan_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services, family health services and Hartford parks from the office of Mayor Pedro Segarra. (PDF document, 3 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: May 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_Mar_12.pdf
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A newsletter about city services and Hartford Public Schools from the office of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: November 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/city_gov_working_for_you_Nov_09.pdf
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A newsletter about Mayor Pedro Segarra's accomplishments in his First 100 Days, including the Week of the Parks, and the opening of the Parker Memorial Community Center. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: October 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/CityGovWorkingForYou_Oct_10.pdf
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A newsletter about city services, the city budget and taxes, and public safety and crime from the office of Mayor Pedro Segarra. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: April 4, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_gov_working_for_you_Apr_12.pdf
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A newsletter about city services from the office of Mayor Pedro Segarra. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: July 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/CityGovWorkingForYou_Jul2010.pdf
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The 2009 - 2010 Adopted Budget of the City of Hartford. It is presented in parts for easier viewing. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_adopted_budget_09-10.asp
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At the request of the City of Hartford Court of Common Council, the city auditor completed an examination in April 2013 of the Procurement Card Program of the City of Hartford. The purpose of the examination was to evaluate and test internal accounting and operating controls, the accuracy and propriety of transactions processed, the degree of compliance with established operating policy and procedures, and to recommend improvements where required. (PDF document, 11 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: May 3, 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/final-report-_city_-pcard_audit_april-2013_1314.pdf
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The proposed the ten-year City of Hartford Capital Improvement Plan is presented in to parts: a budget and a description. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_032309.asp
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A map which shows the elected officials of Hartford, the neighborhoods they represent and their contact information. Published by Hartford Public Library Hartford Public Library
; Publication Date: March 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/elected_officials_map.asp
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Mayor Perez outlines his 2005-06 budget in this document handed out at community meetings. (PDF document, 17 pages). Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: April 27, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MayorBudgetRec06-07.pdf
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Describes elements of new Neighborhood District Policing. District Maps (PowerPoint).
(PDF file; 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Crime/neighd_policing.asp
Related Link(s):
Neighborhood Policing Plan (Spanish)
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District Map (PowerPoint)
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New Community Policing Model is Tough on Crime
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The City of Hartford”s Recommended Budget for 2009 to 2010, as proposed by Mayor Eddie A. Perez, is presented here in parts for easy viewing. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_proposed_budget_09.asp
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The City of Hartford”s Recommended Budget for 2010 to 2011, as proposed by Mayor Eddie A. Perez, is presented here in parts for easy viewing. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: April 19, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_proposed_budget_10.asp
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This website includes a street-by-street directory of voting districts in the city of Hartford, the locations of polling places including maps, and a map of the city of Hartford voting districts in pdf format. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_2006.asp
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The City of Hartford is a comprehensive resource for the public. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Government/hartfordcity_site.asp
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A final report on the FY 08-09 city budget. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: July 27, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/FY08-09_Year_End_Presentation.pdf
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An interactive map that shows open and closed cases from the 3-1-1 system in the City of Hartford. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Neighborhoods/wsd_11_2010.asp
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The recent meeting of the Hartford Committee of the Whole (i.e., the Hartford City Council) with Mayor Eddie A. Perez focused on incoming monies to help build a framework for the upcoming budget. In recent years, revenues have lagged compared to expenditures and the challenge for the FY 2010-2011 budget is an approximate $40 million gap. This cooperative effort--- facilitated by Leadership Greater Hartford--- is a continuation of a 90-day process to build a consensus budget to be presented at public hearings. (PDF Document, 18 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: January 28, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/COW_FY_10-11_Budget_Workshop.pdf
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A presentation made at a Community Program at the Hartford Public Library on February 26, 2009 by representatives of the city of Hartford. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/CityBudgetPresentation.pdf
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A map showing the City of Hartford Senatorial, Assembly and Voting Districts and polling locations. (PDF document, 1 page) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: July 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/Democracy/District_map.pdf
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The City of Hartford is considering putting the operation of parking facilities and on-street parking out to bid. This presentation is one of a series as public input on such a plan is sought. (PDF document, 40 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: November 16, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/ParkingConcession_11_16_10_presentation.pdf
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This document is a report from the City of Hartford on its efforts to fight blight in the City. It includes descriptions and summaries of the activities to rehabilitate or clear blighted properties as of June 30, 2011. (PDF document, 75 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: June 30, 1011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Neighborhoods/antiblightpropertyupdate063011.pdf
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This program, held on February 26, 2009, was the second in a series of workshops designed to help Hartford residents and businesses understand how the current financial crisis is affecting Hartford's budget planning process. In this session, members of Mayor Perez's staff gave a powerpoint presentation about critical issues related to the budget, the expected revenue picture, guidelines for decision-making, and anticipated impacts on City services. A video of the program may also be accessed through this page. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_022609.asp
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A video of the February 4, 2009 community program, Climb Every Mountain: Hartford's Budget Challenge, Part I: The Big Picture, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: February 4, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_04_2009.asp
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A video of the February 4, 2009 community program, Climb Every Mountain: Hartford's Budget Challenge, Part I: The Big Picture, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: February 4, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_04_2009.asp
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A video of the February 26, 2009 community program, Climb Every Mountain: Hartford's Budget Challenge, Part II: The Local Picture , which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_26_2009.asp
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A video of the March 11, 2009 community program, Climb Every Mountain: Hartford's Budget Challenge, Part III: A Complicated Picture , which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: March 11, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_03_11_2009.asp
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The Hartford Homeownership Task Force identifies numerous specific recommendations and six major goals in this interim report. The Task Force was formed in March of 2002 by Mayor Eddie Perez to develop a strategy and recommendations to increase the homeownership rate in Hartford from 25% to 30% over the next five years. Hartford has the lowest homeownership rate in Connecticut, and the lowest rate in the nation for a city of its size. The Mayor's homeownership initiative has evolved into the Rising Star Block Initiative; Published by City of Hartford; Office of Grants Management City of Hartford; Office of Grants Management
; Publication Date: September 2002
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Link: /Issues/wsd/HomeOwnership/wsd_09_2002.asp
Related Link(s):
City of Hartford
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Neighborhoods of Hartford
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Hartford Public Library: Hartford is Home
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African-Americans and Hispanics / Latinos in Connecticut are disproportionably involved in the criminal justice system. In 2003 the Commission undertook four studies to garner further knowledge regarding how actions taken in the pre-arrest, pre-trial, trial and sentencing phases contribute to the proportion of African Americans and Latinos/Hispanics comprising the pretrial and sentenced population of correctional facilities. These four studies -- a survey of police departments regarding use of alternatives to arrest, an analysis of pretrial data, an analysis of juries, and an analysis of sentencing data -- provide insight into points in the system where disparity can occur. Recommendations include encouraging an increase in the numbers of minority employees visible at all levels of the criminal justice system. Published by Justice Education Center Justice Education Center
; Publication Date: 2004
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Link: /issues/wsd/LegalIssues/RedReport.pdf
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A pdf version of the PowerPoint presentation made at the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) community meeting held at the Hartford Public Library on December 15, 2010. (PDF document 21 pages) Published by City of Hartford Department of Development Services Division of Grants Management City of Hartford Department of Development Services Division of Grants Management
; Publication Date: December 15, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/CDBG_Community_Meeting_Presentation.pdf
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A table which compares the existing Hartford anti-blight ordinance with the amended version, and which includes an explanation of the rationale for the changes. (PDF document, 9 pages) Published by Hartford 2000 Hartford 2000
; Publication Date: June 09, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/anti-blight_chart.pdf
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As Connecticut lawmakers continue to formulate the FY 2014-2015 biennial budget, the state’s statutory expenditure cap looms large. The flawed and highly restrictive rules under which the spending cap currently operates continue to create problems for responsible planning, the stability of the state budget, and maintaining investments that are crucial to families and the state’s quality of life. This report discusses the cap and its consequences. (PDF document, 7 pages) Published by Connecticut Voices for Children Connecticut Voices for Children
; Publication Date: May 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/bud13spendcapreform1.pdf
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In this document, the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) has formulated an economic plan to promote Connecticut’s industries and help workers successfully innovate and compete in the global economy. Published by Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
; Publication Date: September 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/EconomicDevelopment/wsd_102809.asp
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This brief finds that sufficient revenues are essential to Connecticut's economic future, that Connecticut's revenues are low to average and have room to grow, that tax cuts funded by a temporary surplus should be rejected, and that tax changes should be evaluated in accordance with National Conference of State Legislature principles for a high quality revenue system. (PDF file, 2 pages) Published by Connecticut Voices for Children Connecticut Voices for Children
; Publication Date: February 8, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/fiscal_facts_06.pdf
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This report evaluated the unfunded mandates for the various Connecticut state retirement systems, and suggests short- and long-term approaches to solving the problem of adequately funding them. (PDF document, 58 pages) Published by Connecticut State Post-Employment Benefits Commission Connecticut State Post-Employment Benefits Commission
; Publication Date: October 28, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/CT_Pension_Commission_Rpt.pdf
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CT Sunlight Project is an electronic tool constructed by the Yankee Institute for Public Policy – so that the citizens of Connecticut can look at every line item of state government spending and discover how tax dollars are being spent. Published by Connecticut Sunlight Project Connecticut Sunlight Project
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Link: /issues/wsd/Taxes/wsd_040610.asp
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Hartford Councilman Larry Deutsch's May 28, 2009 statement on the Mayor's vetoes of the City Council's revised budget. (PDF document, 1 page) Published by Hartford City Council Hartford City Council
; Publication Date: May 28, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/DeutschBudgetStatement.pdf
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A "People's State of the City" address presented by Hartford Councilman Larry Deutsch on March 9, 2009. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Councilman Larry Deutsch Councilman Larry Deutsch
; Publication Date: March 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Deutsch_state_of_the_city.pdf
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A newsletter from Councilman Matthew Ritter, highlighting his activities in Hartford, and including his own "State of the City" statement. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Councilman Matthew Ritter Councilman Matthew Ritter
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MR_newsletter6.pdf
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A newsletter from Councilman Matthew Ritter, highlighting his activities in Hartford. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Councilman Matthew Ritter Councilman Matthew Ritter
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MR_newsletter5.pdf
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A newsletter from Councilman Matthew Ritter, highlighting his activities in Hartford. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Councilman Matthew Ritter Councilman Matthew Ritter
; Publication Date: Summer 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MR_newsletter7a.pdf
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The Democratic State Central Committee was asked to adjudicate a tie in the election of the new chairperson of the Hartford Town Committee. This is their ruling, requiring the vote to be taken again. (PDF document, 3 pages) Published by Connecticut Democratic State Central Committee Connecticut Democratic State Central Committee
; Publication Date: March 28, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Democrat_Ruling.pdf
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Spanish language version of a guide to the government of the city of Hartford, which covers the elected officials, departments and services. Includes a list of frequently asked questions, and maps of city neighborhoods and NRZs. (PDF document, 26 pages) Published by Citizen's Research Education Network Citizen's Research Education Network
; Publication Date: 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/InsHtfdSpan.pdf
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The Hartford Charter Revision Commission failed to hold a public hearing. This document is a compilation of correspondence from the Secretary of the State, and the Hartford City Council considering how the Charter Revision should proceed. Published by Hartford Corporation Counsel Hartford Corporation Counsel
; Publication Date: August 04, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Charter_Letter_080409.pdf
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A draft of the revisions that the Charter Revision Commission proposes to the existing Charter. Published by City of Hartford, Charter Revision Commission City of Hartford, Charter Revision Commission
; Publication Date: May 7, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/2009CHARTER.02-00REDLINE.7MAY2009.pdf
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These documents, developed by Hartford Votes ~ Hartford Vota Coalition, provide information about the election of members of Democratic and Republican Town Committees in the state of Connecticut. The document is presented in English and Spanish. Published by Hartford Votes~Hartford Vota Coalition Hartford Votes~Hartford Vota Coalition
; Publication Date: February 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Democracy/wsd_election_to_town_committees.asp
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This report is focused on looking at the long-term solutions to the effective and efficient delivery of public services in Connecticut. (PDF document, 22 pages) Published by Connecticut Institute for the 21st Century Connecticut Institute for the 21st Century
; Publication Date: February 1, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Region/pubserv_pptexsummary.pdf
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The Tax Foundation’s annual federal tax burden and expenditure study clarifies the geographical patterns of income redistribution that federal tax and spending policies cause each year. The results of the study have been controversial for years because they show that the nation is not only redistributing income from the prosperous to the poor, but from the
middle-income residents of high-cost states to the middle-income residents of low-cost states. In FY 2004, the residents of Connecticut were paying 166 percent of the national average in federal taxes. (PDF file, 8 pages) Published by Tax Foundation Tax Foundation
; Publication Date: March 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/federaltaxburdens.pdf
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Portions of the final report of the Grand Juror in the investigation of allegations of corruption in the administration of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. Published by Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain
; Publication Date: June 29, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Finding_Sections_I_and_II.pdf
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A newsletter of the City of Hartford Finance Department giving informative details about the city's finances, from bonding for various public construction projects, to the upcoming property tax revaluation. Published by City of Hartford, Finance Department City of Hartford, Finance Department
; Publication Date: July 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/FinanceNewsletterJuly2006.pdf
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The Connecticut Institute for the 21st Century has been tracking the state’s continuing battle to wrestle with the growing fiscal and economic crisis. In this, the 4th part of the series, the focus is on the delivery of public services. The continuing economic downturn creates increased need for public services while sharply reducing state revenues. (PDF document, 8 pages) Published by Connecticut Institute for the 21st Century Connecticut Institute for the 21st Century
; Publication Date: 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Framwork_for_CT_Fiscal_Future_Part_4.pdf
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Phone numbers of a wide variety of City Services are listed in this three-plus page document. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: 2004
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Government/wsd_2004.asp
Related Link(s):
City of Hartford Web Site
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Hartford’s implementation of student-based budgeting represents a complete overhaul of the district’s old system and has had a measurably positive impact on schools. Implementation has not been without its challenges, however, and is still a work in progress. (PDF document, 50 pages) Published by Public Impact and Achieve Hartford! Public Impact and Achieve Hartford!
; Publication Date: April 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Education/Funding_a_Better_Education.pdf
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The Hartford Court of Common Council proposal for allocating funds to city agencies from the Civic and Cultural Affairs account. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: July 13, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Civic_and_Cultural_Affairs.pdf
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This latest edition of the annual Funding Gap report by the Education Trust shows that most states significantly shortchange low-income and minority children when it comes to funding the schools they attend. (PDF file, 11 pages). Published by The Education Trust The Education Trust
; Publication Date: Winter 2005
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Link: /issues/wsd/educationfunding/FundingGap2005.pdf
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Connecticut Office of the Secretary of the State voluntarily publishes a statistical report on the gender and racial composition of state boards and commissions every two years. This year’s report presents data submitted in 2011 by 175 state boards, commissions, committees and councils. (PDF document, 60 pages) Published by State of Connecticut, Office of the Secretary of the State State of Connecticut, Office of the Secretary of the State
; Publication Date: May 14, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Gender_Race_CT_Boards.pdf
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Governor M. Jodi Rell's State of the State Address. In it she proposes a variety of changes in tax laws, including eliminating the tax that individual owners pay on their cars. Published by Office of the Governor Office of the Governor
; Publication Date: February 8, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/governor_address_Feb06.asp
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A list of the legal fees paid by the City of Hartford to the Grand Jury for the investigation of Mayor Eddie Perez. Published by Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR
; Publication Date: June 30, 2010
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Link: /issues/documents/government/outsidecounselfeesas-of-4-8-2010.pdf
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Documents from the City of Hartford Green Ribbon Task Force. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
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Link: /issues/wsd/parks/wsd_Green_Ribbon.asp
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The city's Green Ribbon Task Force has recently published this report, which includes 42 recommendations to improve Hartford's parks. Among them, the group is suggesting the city hire a top-level parks administrator to lead the park service's enterprise and plan for the rejuvenation of the park system. (PDF document, 32 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Green Ribbon Task Force City of Hartford, Green Ribbon Task Force
; Publication Date: March 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/parks/GRTF_Final_Report_3_18_11c.pdf
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A pdf version of the PowerPoint presentation of the recommendations by the Green Ribbon Task Force, made at the Hartford Public Library on March 21, 2011. (PDF document, 13 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Green Ribbon Task Force City of Hartford, Green Ribbon Task Force
; Publication Date: March 21, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/parks/GRTF_Recommendations_Presentation.pdf
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The guidelines covering Exceptional Service Increments for employees of the City of Hartford. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/ESIGuidelines.pdf
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A summary of the changes in Hartford property taxes that result from revaluation, the tax cap law, and other tax relief measures. (PDF document, 11 pages) Published by Hartford 2000 Hartford 2000
; Publication Date: February 22, 2007
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Taxes/wsd_022207.asp
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Hartford 3-1-1 provides a streamlined, integrated and secure way to report, track and resolve problems or issues people may have with City of Hartford services, and centralizes the process of collecting and sharing data. 3-1-1 staff endeavors to answer questions and, when required, create "cases" to be resolved by city departments. This page gathers together the monthly neighborhood reports documenting the number and types of calls received. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Neighborhoods/wsd_012109.asp
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The Hartford City Council took an important step in addressing the City's budget issues when it authorized the formation of the Budget Fiscal Analysis Task Force in October 2009. The Task Force was charged with looking at ways to reduce spending and/or increase revenues. The four members of the task force are: Yvon Alexandre, Joseph Kask, Timothy Sullivan, and Lyle Wray. The Task Force Report and Meeting Notes are included. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: March 26, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_budget_task_force_10.asp
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The 2008-09 Hartford Charter Revision Commission was established by the Court of Common Council. Published by City of Hartford, Hartford Charter Revision Commission City of Hartford, Hartford Charter Revision Commission
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_12_08.asp
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The Hartford Charter Revision Commission was formed in January of 2002 by resolution of the Court of Common Council. According to the resolution, "there is considerable public sentiment to revise the City Charter to enhance accountability of public officials and increase the effectiveness of City Government." The new Charter went into effect on January 01, 2004. Published by Hartford Charter Revision Commission Hartford Charter Revision Commission
; Publication Date: June 11, 2002
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Government/wsd_061102.asp
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Hartford Code of Ordinances
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City Charter Revision Commission - Background
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Adopted by Voters November 5, 2003 Published by Hartford2000 Hartford2000
; Publication Date: January 2004
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/charter_changes_summary.pdf
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Hartford Code of Ordinances
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Background: City Charter Revision Commission
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The Hartford City Council recently passed this resolution which halts the payment of all new exceptional service increments for nonunion and unclassified employees effective as of the date of adoption of this resolution until a formalized process is outlined. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: September 14, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/ESI_Resolution_2.pdf
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A video of the October 29, 2007 community program, Hartford City Council Candidates Forum, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 29, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_29_2007.asp
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The Hartford City Council letter of May 13, 2009, to a coalition of city unions expresses a commitment to work together to balance the city budget. (PDF document, 1 page) Published by Hartford City Council Hartford City Council
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Link: /issues/documents/government/CouncilLetterToUnions.pdf
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Twice a month the Hartford City Council meets to discuss City business and make decisions on behalf of the citizens of Hartford. Hartford 2000 and the Hartford Public Library work together to bring a free summary of the Council's actions to Hartford residents. Prior to each meeting a preview of the major items of interest that are on the upcoming Council agenda is published here and by subscription e-mail (to subscribe, send an email message to Htfd2000@aol.com). Hartford2000 and the Hartford Public Library then attend all of these meetings and produce a review of the Council's actions that is also published here and by subscription e-mail. Published by Hartford Public Library and Hartford 2000 Hartford Public Library and Hartford 2000
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Link: http://www.hartfordinfo.org/citycouncil/default.asp
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Hartford 2000
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A video of the August 24, 2011 community program, Hartford City Council Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: August 24, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_08_24_2011.asp
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Floor plans of the four floors of Hartford City Hall showing the location of various offices and conference rooms. (PDF file, 1 page) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: February 28, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/city_hall_floor_plan.pdf
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A video of the August 30, 2011 community program, Hartford City Treasurer Primary Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: August 30, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_08_30_2011.asp
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Mayor Eddie Perez established the Hartford Communities That Care® (HCTC) Planning Project in the fall of 2003. This community planning model is based on sound best practice principles that guide communities through a series of trainings and action steps to create policies, practices and programs that reduce violence and illicit drug use among youth and adults. Published by Hartford Communities That Care® Prevention Planning Project Hartford Communities That Care® Prevention Planning Project
; Publication Date: April 12, 2004
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Neighborhoods/wsd_041204.asp
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A video of the September 7, 2011 community program, Hartford Mayoral Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: September 7, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_09_07_2011.asp
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The first and second sets of recommendations of the Hartford Property Tax Reform Task Force, preceded by a letter from the Chairman of the Task Force. Recommendations include a continued phase-down of the business surcharge and an overall reduction of the subsidy provided by business; protection of Hartford’s small homeowner class; the equal tax treatment of all classes of property used for profit-making purposes; and a concern for the well-being of renters. These recommendations are for legislative action in the coming session of the State of Connecticut General Assembly. The Task Force will provide additional recommendations for action by the city government in early 2008. (PDF document, 15 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: December 31, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Taxes/Wareing_letter.pdf
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The final report of the internal audit of the Hartford Public Library conducted for the Hartford City Council. (PDF document, 92 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: October 30, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/FinalReportHartfordPublicLibrarySpecialReview.pdf
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An announcement that members of the Hartford Public Services Coalition delivered a proposal designed to save Hartford taxpayers millions of dollars in union contracts, protect vital public services and stop job losses in an economic crisis. (PDF document, 1 page) Published by Hartford Public Services Coalition Hartford Public Services Coalition
; Publication Date: June 4, 2009
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Link: /issues/documents/Government/Coalition_Advisory_6_4_09.pdf
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A video of the program, Hartford Registrars of Voters Primary Candidate Forum, held on July 18, 2012 at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: July 18, 2012
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_07_18_2012.asp
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A video of the August 7, 2008 community program, Hartford Registrars of Voters Primary Candidates Forum, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: August 7, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_08_07_2008.asp
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A video of the program, Hartford State Representatives Candidate Forum, held on July 31, 2012 at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: July 31, 2012
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_07_31_2012.asp
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A video of the July 30, 2008 community program, Hartford State Senator and Representatives Primary Candidates Forum, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: July 30, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_07_30_2008.asp
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A video of the Hartford State Senators and Representatives Candidate Forum held at the Hartford Public Library on October 15, 2012. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 15, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_15_2012.asp
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A video of the November 18, 2009 community program, Hartford's Boards and Commissions, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: November 18, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_11_18_2009.asp
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Now that Pedro Segarra is Hartford’s mayor, the city’s Democrats have begun the process of picking a successor to the seat he left vacant on the city council. Published by Capital Region Report Capital Region Report
; Publication Date: July 9, 2010
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Link: /issues/documents/government/capitalregrpt_070910.asp
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A video recording of the April 11, 2006 community program, HartfordInfo Today: Property Taxes: How Do We Change the Collision Course?, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: April 11, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_04_11_2006.asp
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This website provides the text of the Federal Act the purpose of which is to establish a program to provide funds to States to replace punch card voting systems, to establish the Election Assistance Commission to assist in the administration of Federal elections and to otherwise provide assistance with the administration of certain Federal election laws and programs. Published by Federal Election Committee Federal Election Committee
; Publication Date: 2002
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Democracy/wsd_2002.asp
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A guide to the government of the city of Hartford, which covers the elected officials, departments and services. Includes a list of frequently asked questions, and maps of city neighborhoods and NRZs. (PDF document, 26 pages) Published by Citizen's Research Education Network Citizen's Research Education Network
; Publication Date: 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/InsHtfdEng.pdf
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The interim report of the grand jury investigating allegations of corruption in the administration of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. Published by Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain
; Publication Date: January 30, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Interim_Report _Perez.pdf
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Text of the interim settlement reached on January 22, 2003 in the Sheff v. O'Neill case. Published by Superior Court of New Britain, Connecticut Superior Court of New Britain, Connecticut
; Publication Date: January 22, 2003
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Link: /issues/wsd/educationfunding/SheffInterimSettlement.pdf
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Former Corporation Counsel John Rose apparently didn’t take well to new Mayor Pedro E. Segarra’s request for resignation letters from department heads. Published by Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR
; Publication Date: July 14, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/roseletter.pdf
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In this opinion, Hartford Corporation Counsel John Rose concludes that the City Council has no authority to compel the attendance of persons or the production of documents based on the existing provisions of the City Charter. Published by Hartford Corporation Counsel Hartford Corporation Counsel
; Publication Date: August 06, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Subpoena_power.pdf
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Attorney Allan Taylor says in this opinion, requested by the City Council, that the Council does have subpoena power. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: September 8, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/TaylorOpinion2.pdf
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A letter from Mayor Eddie Perez's lawyer concerning the unsused sick and vacation time which he claimes is due from the city of Hartford. Published by The Hartford Courant The Hartford Courant
; Publication Date: December 22, 2010
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Link: /issues/documents/Government/Perez_Sick_Vacation.pdf
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A copy of a letter and attachments from Attorneys Halloran & Halloran concerning a Freedom of Information request to the City of Hartford. Published by The Hartford Courant The Hartford Courant
; Publication Date: April 19, 2011
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Link: /issues/documents/Government/RoblesFOI.pdf
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A letter, dated June 4, 2009, to fellow city councilmen which proposes a timeline for considering changes to the Hartford City Charter which have been made by the Charter Revision Commission. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Councilman Matthew Ritter Councilman Matthew Ritter
; Publication Date: June 4, 2009
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Link: /issues/documents/Government/RitterCouncilLetter2.pdf
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In this letter from Hartford City Councilman Matthew Ritter to Hartford 2000, he expresses his views on the process for allocating funds from the City's Civic and Cultural Affairs. Published by Hartford Councilman Matthew Ritter Hartford Councilman Matthew Ritter
; Publication Date: August 04, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/H2k_letter.pdf
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In a letter to Mayor Eddie A. Perez and the City Council, Councilman Pedro Segarra says he has held two meetings of the budget committee he chairs to discuss the city's third-quarter report -- and in neither case did the necessary department heads show up. Published by HartordCouncilman Pedro Segarra HartordCouncilman Pedro Segarra
; Publication Date: July 20, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Segarra_Letter.pdf
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A letter by Hartford Councilman Pedro Segarra to the Council's attorney asking for an opinion on whether the council has the power of subpoena. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: August 12, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/SegarraLetter_081209.pdf
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A response from Mayor Eddie Perez to the letter sent by Hartford Councilman Pedro Segarra concerning the budget process. Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: July 22, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/PerezLetter.pdf
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Mayor Pedro Segarra outlines a list of savings, adjustments to revenue estimates, and taxes to fill an unexpected budget deficit. (PDF document, 8 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: May 14, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/5-14-12-segarra-mitigation-amended-ordinances.pdf
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In a letter sent to the City Council, Mayor Perez pledges cooperation and outlines a process by which the Council could request the presence of city staff at its meetings. Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: August 12, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorLetter_081209.pdf
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Letter from R. Nelson "Oz" Griebel of MetroHartford Alliance to Mayor Pedro Segarra concerning the FY ’13 city budget and its assumptions for revenue. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by MetroHartford Alliance MetroHartford Alliance
; Publication Date: May 16, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/griebel1.pdf
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An exchange of letters between Mayor Pedro E. Segarra and former Corporation Counsel John Rose concerning Rose’s resignation/retirement which came at the request of Mayor Segarra. Segarra had requested all department heads send him letters of resignation when he replaced former Mayor Eddie Perez, who resigned after being convicted of bribery. Published by Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR Capital Region Report, Jeff Cohen @ WNPR
; Publication Date: July 16, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/rose_segarra_letters.pdf
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A list of Hartford city employees who have received an Exceptional Service Increment since 2008. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: August 30, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/ESIs.pdf
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A list of Hartford city employees who have taken the recent retirement incentive and will be retiring as of September 30, 2009 Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: September 30, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/List_of _9-09_Retirees.pdf
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An assessment of the effectiveness of the Livable Sustainable Neighborhoods Initiative (LSNI) in Hartford. (PDF document, 10 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: August 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/LSNI_Assessment.pdf
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An revised version of the six month assessment of the effectiveness of the Livable Sustainable Neighborhoods Initiative (LSNI) in Hartford. (PDF document, 32 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: September 10, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/LSNI_6_Month_Assessment.pdf
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The application forms for Exceptional Service Increments submitted by Matthew Hennessy. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: August 14, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/HennessyESIForms.pdf
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Mayor Perez has vetoed certain budget resolutions proposed by the City Council for the 2009-2010 Hartford city budget, dated May 22, 2009. (PDF document, 40 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: May 22, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/PerezVetoes.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez, was re-elected in November 2007. In his inauguration speech, he announces the creation of a health insurance task force, the convening of a task force to explore the development of a new sports arena in Hartford, and the appointment of an independent ethics counsel to report to the city’s ethics commission. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: January 7, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/InaugurationSpeech2008.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez, the city's first Latino mayor, was first elected in November 2001 to a two-year term as a mayor with few statutory powers. He was re-elected two months ago under a new system of government that gives him a four-year term, sweeping powers - and responsibility for one of the nation's poorest cities. In this inauguration address, Mayor Perez promises to reinvent Hartford and its government as the city's first strong mayor under a new charter. (From published Hartford Courant report) Published by Mayor's Office, City of Hartford Mayor's Office, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: 01/05/2004
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/default.asp
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City of Hartford
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A video of the March 29, 2011 community program, Mayor Pedro E. Segarra, Town Hall Meeting which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: March 29, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_03_29_2011.asp
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Fall 2004 issue includes updates on the Hilton Hotel, the Office of Constituent Services, education of Hartford youth, quality of life, and downtown development. (PDF document, six pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Fall 2004
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorUpdateFall2004.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Fall 2005 issue includes updates on education, hurricane readiness, neighborhood policing, the Hilton and Marriott Hotels, and more. (PDF document, six pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Fall 2005
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/mayorsupdatefall05.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Fall 2006 issue includes updates on the new superintendent of Hartford Public Schools, Steven Adamowski, Wireless Hartford, 311 constituent services, community policing, and a new downtown grocery, Bliss Market. (PDF document, six pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: October 23, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MayorsUpdateFall06.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Fall/Winter 2008 issue includes updates on the city budget deficit, the re-institution of mounted police patrols, a community panel discussion with Bill Cosby, and new townhouse condos now for sale at Dutch Point. (PDF document, five pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: December 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MayorsUpdateWntr08.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Spring 2006 issue includes updates on the "Clean Sweep Avenue" campaign to clean up the city, the opening of neighborhood businesses, such as the Save-a-Lot Grocery in the Clay Arsenal neighborhood, and the opening of a Citizen's Bank branch. (PDF document, six pages) Published by The City of Hartford The City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Spring 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateSpring06.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Spring 2008 issue includes updates on "Going Green", public safety, education, recreation, taxes and more. (PDF document, six pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: April 15, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateSpring08.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Spring/Summer 2009 issue includes updates on Open Choice at the Hartford Public Schools, enforcement of the noise ordinance, and the arts and heritage grant (PDF document, 5 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: June 1, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Mayors_Update_Spring_09.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Summer 2005 issue includes updates on neighborhood policing, early college awareness, homeownership, Historical Preservation Ordinance, False Alarm Ordinance and more. (PDF file, six pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Summer 2005
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateSummer2005.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Summer 2006 issue includes updates on the new police chief, the financial revitalization of the city, the living wage ordinance, computer literacy, homeownership and public safety. (PDF document, seven pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Summer 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateSummer06.pdf
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A publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Summer/Fall issue includes updates on HartfordCares, homeownership, school redesign and more. (PDF document, 5 pages). Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: October 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateFall2008.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Summer/Fall 2009 issue includes updates on Hartford schools and test scores, smarth growth, federal stimulus dollars, and single-stream recycling. (PDF document, four pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: August 17, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MayorsUpdateSummer09.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Winter 2005 issue includes updates on crime, neighborhood policing, the Noah Webster School, school construction, retail shopping on the City's North End, the Hilton, and more. (PDF file, six pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Winter 2005
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateWNTR05.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Winter 2006 issue includes updates on public safety, homeownership, neighborhood policing, the Parkville neighborhood and more. (PDF document, 6 pages). Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: Winter 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MaryorsUpdateWNTR06.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Winter 2007 issue includes updates on economic development, public safety, jobs developed through Minority-Women Business Enterprises, property taxes, education and more. (PDF document, five pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: January 1, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/MayorsUpdateWntr07.pdf
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A quarterly publication designed to share Mayor Perez's primary goals, objectives and accomplishments. The Winter 2008 issue includes updates on public safety and crime, Hartford neighborhood development, the mayor’s health insurance task force, the re-opening of the Hartford Public Library, and Coltsville’s designation as a National Historic Landmark. (PDF document, 6 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: January 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/MayorsUpdateWinter08.pdf
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A video of the June 8, 2011 community program, Mayoral Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: June 8, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_06_08_2011.asp
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A video of the July 28, 2011 community program, Mayoral Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: July 28, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_07_28_2011.asp
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A video of the May 15, 2007, Mayoral Candidates Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: May 15, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_05_15_2007.asp
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A memo from the City of Hartford Finance Department to Mayor Eddie Perez evaluating the proposed state legislation which would freeze the phase-in of property revaluation, and how it would affect the City of Hartford property owners. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: June 9, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Revaluation_Phase-In_Freeze.pdf
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The decision of Superior Court Judge Dennis Eveleigh to seal the records of the Grand Jury investigating allegations of corruption in the administration of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. Published by Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain
; Publication Date: July 23, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Memorandum_of_Decision.pdf
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Connecticut is facing unprecedented financial challenges in residents’ homes, in places of employment, and in State and municipal governments. The business community, the principal source of Connecticut employment and tax revenues, is eager to work with the Governor and the Legislature to address this extraordinary and difficult situation, and presents these suggestions in their June 12, 2009 position paper. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by MetroHartford Alliance MetroHartford Alliance
; Publication Date: June 12, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/EconomicDevelopment/Budget_Position_Paper.pdf
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A video of the April 19, 2011 community program, Minor Political Parties in Connecticut, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: April 19, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_04_19_2011.asp
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A Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) is a guideline for asking the right questions, identifying challenges, determining resolutions and implementing strategies. These documents explains the planning process and the implementation of Hartford's POCD. These drafts are for discussion only and are subject to public participation process. Published by City of Hartford Department of Development Services Planning Division City of Hartford Department of Development Services Planning Division
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/wsd_OCOP.asp
Related Link(s):
One City One Plan
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One Connecticut is an organization dedicated to narrowing Connecticut's divides in income, education and health care through equitable taxes, sufficient public investment and a vibrant democracy.
The web site includes descriptions of each of the issue areas: budget and taxes, housing, good jobs/economic security, education, health, and democracy. Published by One Connecticut One Connecticut
; Publication Date: 2005
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Government/wsd_2005.asp
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The order by Superior Court Judge Dennis Eveleigh unsealed the January interim report of the grand jury investigating allegations of corruption in the administration of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. Published by Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain Connecticut Superior Court in New Britain
; Publication Date: September 15, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Release_Order.pdf
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This document is the 2008 Strategic Plan for the Parkvill Revitalization Association, which serves as the Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) for the neighborhood. (PDF Document, 46 pages) Published by Parkville Revitalization Assoiation Parkville Revitalization Assoiation
; Publication Date: October 9, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Parkville_Plan_10-09-08.pdf
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In Mayor Segarra's statement about his accomplishments in his first 100 days in office, he states that he has set in motion plans to demolish the infamous "Butt Ugly Building" on Main Street, championed a citywide effort to clean up parks and scaled back on city staff by consolidating several offices. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: October 1, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/PedroSegarra100DaysSpeech.pdf
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This 1996 document presents a plan for the City of Hartford, aimed at taking it into the 21st century. The document was inspired by a vision of changing Hartford for the better, while maintaining and enhancing its many assets. It includes three components: the housing component, the economics and employment component, and the physical conditions component. (PDF file, 137 pages) Published by Department of Housing and Community Development, City of Hartford Department of Housing and Community Development, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: June 4, 1996
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Link: /issues/wsd/EconomicDevelopment/Plan_Develop.pdf
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The report of Management Resources LLC to the Hartford Police Department dated February 2004, was released to the public in November 2004.
The report was written by former City Manager Albert G. Ilg. The document recommends reorganizing the Police Department into several precincts, suggests higher educational standards for police officers, and proposes that if organized differently the Department could police the city with fewer officers.
The report includes a compilation of statistics on staffing levels and the incidence of crime in comparable cities, and a review of the literature on community policing.
Publication Date: November 2004
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/HPD_2004.pdf
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postLatinoTV created a video, narrated in Spanish, about the State Senators and Representatives Candidate Forum that was held by the Hartford Votes~Hartford Vota Coalition on October 15, 2012 at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 15, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_15_2012_1.asp
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Focusing on the organization, effectiveness, and efficiency of the state's system of pre-trial diversion and alternative sanctions, this study reviews the history of alternatives to incarceration and suggests that financing has not kept pace with demand. Programs including alcohol and drug education, community service and violence education in treatment centers have the potential to reduce the prison population. Published by Connecticut General Assembly Legislative Program Review and Investigations Committee Connecticut General Assembly Legislative Program Review and Investigations Committee
; Publication Date: September 22, 2004
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Link: /Issues/wsd/LegalIssues/wsd_092204.asp
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The website of Project Vote Smart, a citizen's organization, has developed a Voter's Self-Defense System to provide you with the necessary tools to self-govern effectively: abundant, accurate, unbiased and relevant information. Published by Project Vote Smart Project Vote Smart
; Publication Date: 2004
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Democracy/wsd_2004.asp
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A summary of the property tax system in Connecticut presented at the workshop sponsored by Hartford 2000. (PDF document, 2 pages) Published by Hartford 2000 Hartford 2000
; Publication Date: February 22, 2007
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Taxes/wsd_022207.asp
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A presentation made by the Mayor's Office to the Hartford Court of Common Council summarizing property tax challenges resulting from state-mandated revaluation (PDF file, 10 pages). Published by Mayor's Office, City of Hartford Mayor's Office, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: March 28, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/Taxes/Property_Tax_Challenges.pdf
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A audio recording of the February 22, 2007 community program, Property Taxes - The Real Story, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: February 22, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_22_2007.asp
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A workshop held at the Hartford Public Library and sponsored by Hartford 2000 and the Hartford Public Library, informed the public about how the property tax system works and recent changes which affect home owners in the city. (PDF document, 1 page) Published by Hartford 2000 Hartford 2000
; Publication Date: February 22, 2007
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Taxes/wsd_022207.asp
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The text of a proposal delivered by Hartford Public Services Coalition, a coalition of Hartford city employee unions, designed to help Hartford close the budget gap. (PDF document, 6 pages) Published by Hartford Public Services Coalition Hartford Public Services Coalition
; Publication Date: June 4, 2009
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Link: /issues/documents/Government/UnionOffer.pdf
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A draft ordinance to proposed by Hartford City Councilman Matthew Ritter in order to review and revise the City's "Exceptional Service Increment" program. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: September 14, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/RevisedESI.pdf
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A resolution proposed by Hartford City Councilman Matthew Ritter in order to review and revise the city's "Exceptional Service Increment" program. Published by Hartford Court of Common Council Hartford Court of Common Council
; Publication Date: September 14, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/ESI_Resolution.pdf
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The results of a public opinion poll taken in March for the City of Hartford about attitudes toward various municipal services from 2007, 2008 and 2009. In 2008, an analysis with charts and description, and a detailed description of the data based on responses to the survey questions. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: April 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/wsd_0408.asp
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The specifics of a retirement incentive program offered to union employees of the City of Hartford, which was in effect from July 9, 2009 to September 8, 2009. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: July 9, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Retirement_Incentive_Program.pdf
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The retirement letter of City of Hartford Chief Operating Officer, Lee C. Erdmann to Mayor Eddie Perez dated June 12, 2009, announcing his retirement. Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: June 12, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Erdmann_Retirement_Letter.pdf
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The legal opinion, dated April 13, 2009, written by John Rose, Jr., City of Hartford Corporation Counsel, about the authority that the mayor may have deriving from the City Charter to transfer funds and make appropriations with or without approval of the City Council. (PDF document, 14 pages) Published by City of Hartford City of Hartford
; Publication Date: April 13, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/RoseOpinion.pdf
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This is a PDF version of a PowerPoint presentation made by Dennis Heffley, an economist from the University of Connecticut, in which he reviews the economic benefits of sharing expenses regionally within Connecticut. (PDF document, 26 pages) Published by University of Connecticut, Department of Economics University of Connecticut, Department of Economics
; Publication Date: April 16, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Region/Regionalism_Heffley.pdf
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A video of the October 22, 2008 community program, Shall There Be A Constitutional Convention Video?, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 22, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_22_2008.asp
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The court case of Sheff v. O'Neill including the opinion of the Supreme Court of Connecticut. (PDF file, 71 pages). Published by Atlantic Reporter 238 Connecticut 1, 678 A.2nd 1267 (1996) Atlantic Reporter 238 Connecticut 1, 678 A.2nd 1267 (1996)
; Publication Date: July 1, 1996
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Link: /issues/wsd/educationfunding/SheffvOneill.pdf
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A video recording of the June 23, 2009 community program, State Budget Options for a Stronger Connecticut, held at the Hartford Public Library. Also included here is a PDF version of the PowerPoint presentation, updated as of June 30, 2009. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: June 23, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_06_23_2009.asp
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts in five areas: neighborhood and economic development, workforce development, education, homeownership, and community policing. Published by Office of the Mayor Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: March 8, 2004
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/stateofthecity04rev.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress and outlining plans for the coming year, in areas that include education, employment, housing, the digital divide, 3-1-1 and more. Published by Office of the Mayor Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: March 14, 2005
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/state_of_city_05.htm
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress and outlining plans for the coming year, in areas that include education, housing, neighborhoods, public safety and more. (PDF file, 7 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: March 13, 2006
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/stateofcity06.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts in the areas of public safety, education, constituent services, economic development, home ownership, neighborhood development and transportation. Published by Mayor's Office, City of Hartford Mayor's Office, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: March 12, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/StateofCity07.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts to improve education, crime incidence, neighborhood and economic development, and homeownership. (PDF document, 5 pages) Published by Mayor's Office, City of Hartford Mayor's Office, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: March 10, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/stateofcity08.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts to improve education, crime incidence, neighborhood and economic development, and homeownership. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/stateofcity09.pdf
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Mayor Eddie Perez addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts in five areas: economic development and coping with the recession, workforce development, education, neighborhoods, and energy conservation and single-stream recycling. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: March 8, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/stateofthecity2010.pdf
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Mayor Pedro Segarra addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts to ensure accountability of city government, safeguard the health of residents, create jobs and improve education, and expand local businesses. (PDF document, 7 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: March 14, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/State_of_the_city_2011.pdf
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Mayor Pedro Segarra addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts to develop the City's neighborhoods, safeguard the well-being of residents, create jobs and improve education, and expand local businesses. (PDF document, 4 pages) Published by Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford Office of the Mayor, City of Hartford
; Publication Date: March 12, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/State_of_the_city_2012.pdf
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"Hartford State of the City" addresses are collected here. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/stateofcity.asp
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Mayor Pedro Segarra addresses the City Council, reviewing progress of efforts to balance the city budget, promote economic development, safeguard the health of residents, create jobs and improve education, and expand local businesses. (PDF document, 10 pages) Published by City oi Hartford, Office of the Mayor City oi Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: March 11, 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/PES_SOTC_2013.pdf
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A video of the October 15, 2008 community program, State Senators and Representatives Candidate Forum, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 15, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_15_2008.asp
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In this report from the Rockefeller Institute of Government, analysis of state tax collections for all 50 states in the US, shows that total state tax collections declined as did collections from three major sources — sales tax, personal income, and corporate income, for the second consecutive quarter. Of the states in New England, Connecticut tax revenues declined the most, although the decline was slightly less than the national average. (PDF document, 19 pages) Published by The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government
; Publication Date: July 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/taxes/State_Revenue_Report_July_09.pdf
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A video of the March 19, 2008 community program, Sunshine Week 2008 Webcast: Government Secrecy: Censoring Your Right to Know, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: March 19, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_03_19_2008.asp
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This report identifies specific areas of the No Child Left Behind Act that need to be changed if states are to guarantee that young people will learn at their full potential. The report suggests that granting states some flexibility to meet the goals of the No Child Left Behind Act will result in a stronger democracy and strengthen the nation's economic future. Published by National Conference of State Legislatures National Conference of State Legislatures
; Publication Date: February 2005
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Link: /issues/wsd/education/nclb.pdf
Related Link(s):
43 Schools on Warning List
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The legal opinion, dated May 15, 2009, written by Allan B. Taylor, concerning the legal opinion of the Hartford Corporation Counsel, John Rose, Jr. about the authority of the mayor to transfer funds and make appropriations with or without approval of the City Concil. Tayor's opinon concludes that Rose's opinion that the mayor may make appropriations without Council approval is unjustified and unjustifiable. (PDF document, 8 pages) Published by Hartford City Council Hartford City Council
; Publication Date: May 15, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/TaylorOpinion.pdf
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Testimony by Miles Rapoport, President, Demos on the advantages of Election Day Registration (EDR). (PDF document, 10 pages) Published by Connecticut State Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections Connecticut State Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/Election_Day_Registration_Testimony.pdf
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A brief discussion of the impact of Governor Jodi Rell’s proposed budget on educational services in Connecticut. The conclusion is that the Governor’s proposed FY 08 education budget takes a positive step in making long overdue increases to education funding. (PDF file, 3 pages) Published by Connecticut Voices for Children Connecticut Voices for Children
; Publication Date: March 1, 2007
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Link: /issues/wsd/EducationFunding/Edu_Funding_Context.pdf
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Governor Malloy’s proposed state budget for FY 2014-15 demonstrates how current constraints threaten to divert our efforts: a stagnant economy, his self-imposed no taxes pledge, and fast-rising public employee benefit costs leave him few options. In his budget proposal, Governor Malloy has done an admirable job of expanding Connecticut’s commitment to high-quality preschool and K-12 education, both vital to our future. However, to fund these commitments, the Governor has relied on Medicaid cuts that could cause thousands of parents to lose health coverage, one-shot revenues that will leave holes in future budgets, and substantial borrowing that will burden our children tomorrow. (PDF document, 6 pages) Published by Connecticut Voices for Children Connecticut Voices for Children
; Publication Date: February 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/bud13govanalysis.pdf
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The Hartford Courant filed this document which opposes the appeal which would allow the three-judge panel that oversees state criminal grand juries to enter the debate over whether to keep sealed the final report in the investigation of Mayor Eddie A. Perez. Published by Supreme Court, State of Connecticut Supreme Court, State of Connecticut
; Publication Date: August 07, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/PerezAppeal.pdf
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Motivated by the prospect of continuing strain on local government finances, this study examines the extent to which a move to provide local government services at the regional rather than the local level could potentially reduce costs. It focuses especially on the expected long-term savings in the New England states, with specific numerical estimates for Massachusetts and Connecticut. (PDF document, 44 pages) Published by Federal Reserve Bank of Boston Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
; Publication Date: February 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Government/quest_for_cost_efficient_local_gov.pdf
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This document provides the beliefs of the administration of Mayor Pedro Segarra about how Hartford’s Office of the Mayor should function in order to abide by the letter of the law (City Charter) and within the limits of power entrusted to the Office of Hartford’s Mayor. (PDF document, 12 pages) Published by City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor City of Hartford, Office of the Mayor
; Publication Date: September 2, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/government/Segarra_Plan.pdf
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A video of the June 29, 2011 community program, The Year Ahead: A Conversation with Hartford's State Legislators, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: June 29, 2011
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_06_29_2011.asp
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TrueVoteCT is a non-partisian group of Connecticut voters dedicated to bringing accessible and verifiable voting to Connecticut. It is a volunteer organization of citizens who are concerned about the introduction of electronic voting equipment which fails to provide voters a printed paper record of their votes. A voter-verified paper ballot (VVPB) is needed to ensure the integrity of the voting system. It permits auditing of the voting system and allows for recounts when necessary. Published by TrueVoteCT TrueVoteCT
; Publication Date: August 30, 2006
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Democracy/wsd_083004.asp
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A video of the October 25, 2010 community program, U.S. Representative 1st Congressional District Candidate Forum, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: October 25, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_10_25_2010.asp
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A video recording of the November 29, 2012 community program, Understanding City Services, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: November 29, 2012
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_11_29_12.asp
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A video of the March 6, 2013 community program, Understanding City Services: Department of Public Works, City of Hartford, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: March 6, 2013
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_03_06_2013.asp
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A video recording of the May 28, 2009 community program, Understanding City Services: Tax Collection Division, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: May 28, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_05_28_2009.asp
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Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October of 2006, VOTE411.org is a "one-stop-shop" for election related information. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information on the election process. Published by Vote411.org Vote411.org
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Link: /issues/wsd/democracy/wsd_10_2006.asp
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A video of the November 18, 2008 community program, What's New At the Department of Public Works, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: November 18, 2008
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_11_18_2008.asp
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A video of the February 23, 2010 community program, Where Do Candidates Come From and Why Should You Care?, held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: February 23, 2010
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_23_2010.asp
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An analysis of reductions in education, human services, environment, and community development programs, including state-by-state projected cuts for specific programs, including the Community Block Grant program. (PDF file - 26 pages) Published by Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
; Publication Date: February 28, 2005
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Link: /Issues/wsd/Government/wsd_022805.asp
Related Link(s):
Mayors Decry Proposed Budget Cuts
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State Braces For Pain From Bush Plan
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A video of the February 18, 2009 community program, Why Don't We Vote, which was held at the Hartford Public Library. Published by HartfordInfo.org HartfordInfo.org
; Publication Date: February 18, 2009
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Link: /issues/wsd/Videos/wsd_02_18_2009.asp
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