CT Labor News
Housing Developer, Neighbors Clash Before Zoning Vote
Local residents and developers face off over proposed housing development at City Hall zoning hearing, highlighting ongoing tensions between neighborhood preservation and new construction. Source: newhavenindependent.org
Phase 2 Tax Break Okayed For Ex-Coop
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
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
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
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
Connecticut secures federal funding for railway infrastructure improvements, aimed at enhancing transportation efficiency and safety across the state's rail network. Source: wshu.org
Agreement Reached to Demolish, Remediate Former Bridgeport Coal Plant
Governor Lamont announces agreement for demolition of former coal plant - Source: portal.ct.gov
Meslow: How CT vs. Exxon Exposed Greenwashing, Misleading of Consumers
Investigation reveals fossil fuel industry's misleading practices in Connecticut - Source: ctmirror.org
How CT Is Promoting Energy Resilience for Puerto Rico and At Home
Connecticut's initiatives for energy resilience both locally and in Puerto Rico - Source: theridgefieldpress.com
Rezone Hearing for W Hartford Development Pushed Back
West Hartford development rezoning hearing delayed - Source: patch.com
Vineyard Wind 2 Shelved After CT Withdraws
Connecticut withdraws from Vineyard Wind 2 project, leading to suspension - Source: offshore-mag.com
Village Suites Go For $15M
New Haven's Village Suites property sells for $15 million - Source: newhavenindependent.org
YNHH Tops Off Largest Healthcare Construction Project in State's History
**Source: Yale Daily News** - Yale New Haven Hospital (YNHH) celebrates the structural completion of its most significant healthcare construction project to date, marking a major milestone in Connecticut's medical infrastructure development.
CT to Incentivize Multifamily Developments
**Source: Hartford Business** - Connecticut is planning to borrow millions of dollars to provide financial incentives for new multifamily housing developments, addressing housing shortage and affordability challenges in the state.
Downtown Bridgeport Mixed-use Tower Hits Market
**Source: Hartford Business** - A new mixed-use apartment tower is being marketed in downtown Bridgeport, promising to bring additional residential and commercial space to the city's urban landscape.
At Long Last, Ex-Coliseum Apts Open
**Source: New Haven Independent** - After years of anticipation, the apartments at the former Coliseum site in New Haven have finally been completed and opened to residents.
Big Changes Eyed For Green
**Source: New Haven Independent** - A public meeting is planned to discuss potential significant transformations and developments for a prominent urban area known as the Green in New Haven.
CT Construction Workers Need 54 Hours Weekly for a Median-Priced Home
**Source: Eastern Progress** - A study reveals that Connecticut construction workers must work an average of 54 hours per week to afford a median-priced home in the state, highlighting housing affordability challenges.
Gov Lamont : $20M to Battle Blight
**Source: Patch** - Governor Lamont announces $20 million in funding to combat urban blight, with Hartford receiving $1.15 million to develop and revitalize properties.
CT Sits Out First Developer Selection
source: insideclimatenews.org