Around the Local

Phase 2 Tax Break Okayed For Ex-Coop

https://www.newhavenindependent.org/article/hill_affordable_housing

City officials approve second phase of tax incentives for former cooperative housing development, aiming to preserve affordable housing options in the neighborhood. Source: newhavenindependent.org

Tuhus: CT Needs A Climate Superfund Act

https://ctmirror.org/2025/01/09/ct-needs-a-climate-change-superfund-act/

Opinion piece argues for establishment of a Connecticut Climate Superfund Act to address environmental challenges and fund climate change mitigation efforts across the state. Source: newhavenindependent.org

Cangelosi: Obscene Discrepancies Amid Worker Cheers

https://ctmirror.org/2025/01/09/trumps-obscene-discrepancies-yet-labor-cheers/

Analysis examines the contrast between worker support and wage disparities in Connecticut's labor market, highlighting economic inequality concerns. Source: ctmirror.org

W Hartford Synagogue to Undergo $27M Transformation

https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/west-hartford-synagogue-to-undergo-27m-transformation-into-apartments-following-16m-sale

Historic West Hartford synagogue set for major redevelopment into residential units following $16 million sale, with total project cost estimated at $27 million. Source: hartfordbusiness.com

Fed Funds to Improve CT Railway

https://www.wshu.org/connecticut-news/2025-01-13/ct-railroads-federal-funding

Connecticut secures federal funding for railway infrastructure improvements, aimed at enhancing transportation efficiency and safety across the state's rail network. Source: wshu.org