“I’d like to thank Governor Rowland and the State Bond Commission for approving this funding. This is just another fine example of the ongoing positive partnership between the state of Connecticut and the city of Danbury,” said Senator Cappiello. “MCCA and its employees have been an asset to Danbury and its surrounding communities so I am pleased that I was able to help them secure these funds.”

In the past, MCCA has primarily served adults with substance abuse problems, but an increased need for similar treatment for adolescents led to this extension of their services.

“We were happy that we could respond to the increased demand for these services among youths in Connecticut,” said Joe Sullivan, the President and CEO of MCCA. “I am grateful for the strong support the organization has received, not only for this project, but throughout the years from elected officials at both the state and local level.”

“The MCCA for over thirty years has provided a tremendous service to our area community and to citizens in need throughout Connecticut. I am pleased that the state has agreed to cover a significant amount of the cost of this worthwhile endeavor,” said Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton.

“Any additional treatment facilities that are available to adolescents are much needed in Danbury,” said state Representative Janice Giegler (138th). “This allocation will enhance and supplement existing services within our community.”

“It’s wonderful news for the Danbury area that MCAA will have a new facility to assist their staff in continuing their work of helping local youths,” said state Representative Hank Bielawa (R-2nd).

MCCA has been in existence since 1972. Its primary location is on Old Ridgebury Road in Danbury, although it also runs several additional facilities throughout Western Connecticut.

The State Bond Commission will meet tomorrow at 10:30 AM at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford to officially approve the funding.