State Representative Anthony J. D’Amelio and
state Senator Rob Kane will host a public forum on the
state budget stalemate Thursday, July 16th at the Shepardson
Community Center auditorium, 1172 Whittemore Road in
Middlebury beginning at 7 p.m.
The discussion is expected to focus on tax and spending
issues that will need to be resolved before bi-partisan
agreement on a new two-year budget can be achieved.
The forum is intended to answer questions about the
budget and seek suggestions on how to resolve the impasse.
All points of view are welcome, the legislators said.
“With Connecticut’s economy still mired
in a deep recession, the state’s unemployment
rate at 8 percent, and people struggling to stay current
on their mortgages and provide for their families, the
final budget the state legislature adopts will affect
everyone who lives in Middlebury and Waterbury,”
said Representative D’Amelio, R-71st District.
“Governor Rell and Republican legislators are
concerned that the $2.25 billion in tax increases the
majority Democrats want to impose on employers, individuals
and families will deepen and prolong the recession,
and lead to more business failures and job losses. In
contrast, Republican legislators and Governor Rell are
supporting an alternative budget that that does not
raise taxes, is balanced, preserves all municipal aid,
and helps stimulate the economy and create jobs.”
“As we head into the summer months without having
passed a budget within the time constraints of the regular
session, I feel it is important we as legislators provide
our constituents with the opportunity to exchange ideas,
thoughts and concerns with the unusual situation the
state is facing. This budget forum will also allow residents
to ask questions regarding the potential tax and spend
package that will ultimately be approved and implemented,"
said Senator Kane, R-32nd District.
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