by | Oct 30, 2017 9:44 am | Comments (0)
Ansonia has received a lot of attention for its economic revitalization efforts, from new businesses to new streets. Property values are rising and our city is being seen as a great investment opportunity.
Continue reading ‘Letter: I Will Support Ansonia Anti-Blight Initiatives’
by | Oct 30, 2017 9:38 am | Comments (0)
Joe Jeanette I almost didn’t recognize you from the photo in your letter to the Valley Indy dated October 27, 2017 and I’m sure many of the voters weren’t able to distinguish who the real Joe Jeanette was from the rhetoric in the letter that accompanied that photo.
Continue reading ‘Letter: A Picture Speaks A Thousand Words’
by | Oct 30, 2017 8:54 am | Comments (0)
Sennea Raslan.
My name is Sennéa Raslan and I am running for 5th Ward Alderman in Ansonia (you can learn more about me by clicking here).
by | Oct 30, 2017 8:44 am | Comments (0)
Brian Perkins, left.
There still seems to be confusion about the impact that underfunding has in Ansonia School District.
While it can be claimed that factual numbers are being used as a political ploy, the fact of the matter is the numbers do not lie.
Continue reading ‘Letter: Ansonia School District Is Hurting’
by | Oct 28, 2017 8:43 am | Comments (0)
It featured Democratic candidate Tarek Raslan and Republican GOP incumbent Mayor David Cassetti, who arrived unexpectedly.
The questions were asked by Ansonia High School students.
The video was posted on YouTube by AFTConn, the union group representing 30,000 teachers and support staff in the state.
Click here to watch a debate between the candidates at The Valley Indy’s Ansonia office.
by | Oct 27, 2017 11:24 am | Comments (0)
I am writing to set the record straight on education funding.
The truth is that Mayor Cassetti’s administration is funding our schools at a higher level than past years, and taxpayers are doing their fair share to support education.
Continue reading ‘Letter: Ansonia Supports Education, But We Must Study Regionalization’
by | Oct 27, 2017 10:29 am | Comments (0)
Joseph Jeanette Jr
As an Alderman for 18 years, I have had the pleasure of representing the residents of Ansonia throughout both Republican and Democratic administrations.
I’m currently running for office as a Democratic candidate for the Board of Education. I have supported initiatives under both Republican and Democratic Mayors. It’s never been about politics for me, it’s about what’s right for Ansonia.
by | Oct 26, 2017 2:43 pm | Comments (0)
A file photo of Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti and challenger Tarek Raslan taken before they participated in an Oct. 9 debate at the Valley Indy.
The two candidates for mayor in Ansonia answered questions from students during a “Meet the Candidates” event at the high school Wednesday.
The students posed questions to Democratic nominee Tarek Raslan and two-term Republican incumbent David Cassetti during the event, which was sponsored by the Ansonia Federation of Teachers.
In the run-up to the forum, Cassetti had not been expected to attend due to a scheduling conflict.
Continue reading ‘Both Candidates For Mayor Attend Ansonia Forum’
by | Oct 26, 2017 10:56 am | Comments (0)
Progress on Main Street is visible, but does it constitute sufficient growth to sustain our economy and tax rate?
by | Oct 26, 2017 10:02 am | Comments (0)
Progress on Main Street is visible, but does it constitute sufficient growth to sustain our economy and tax rate?
