Derby Election 2017

These Buildings Are Scheduled To Be Demolished In Derby

by | Oct 19, 2017 1:28 pm | Comments (0)

An image from the state DOT via Google Maps showing the addresses of the buildings to be taken down.

Buildings purchased by the state on Main Street in Derby will be coming down sometime between December and March, a state transportation spokesman confirmed Wednesday.

It’s part of the Route 34 widening plan — a project that the state and the City of Derby have been planning for at least a decade.

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Dugatto: Main Street Buildings To Be Demolished Within 90 Days

by | Oct 18, 2017 1:37 pm | Comments (0)

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A December 2015 street view of 143 Main St. from Google Maps.

Buildings on the south side of Main Street should start coming down within 90 days, Derby Mayor Anita Dugatto announced Tuesday.

The buildings, which formerly housed apartments, a liquor store, a religious shop and a tile store among other uses, must come down to make way for the long-planned widening of Route 34/Main Street in downtown Derby.

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First Ward Candidate: Downtown Derby Underrepresented

by | Oct 16, 2017 10:11 am | Comments (0)

I am Adam Pacheco and I am running for the City of Derby’s Board of Aldermen (BOA). I came to Derby in 2005 and in the past 12 years I have served as a volunteer in both the Ambulance Corps and Fire Department, as well as on the Charter Revision Committee. I now currently volunteer as a Commissioner for the Housing Authority. I hope my actions make clear my belief in public service. I’m running for the BOA because I believe in Derby, I am invested in this city, and I believe I have more in me to greater serve this city. 

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DeLauro Endorses Dugatto In Derby Mayoral Race

by | Oct 10, 2017 6:18 pm | Comments (0)

Courtesy of Art Gerckens

U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, Mayor Anita Dugatto, and Second Ward Alderman Art Gerckens at a recent campaign fundraiser at Bad Sons Beer Co. in Derby.

Democratic candidate Anita Dugatto received the endorsement of Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro as Dugatto seeks her third term to lead the city of Derby as Mayor.

DeLauro credited Dugatto’s forward-thinking approach and passion for those she serves as a catalyst to the progress that is happening under her leadership. 

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Derby Mayoral Debate Is Oct. 24 At Derby High School

by | Oct 10, 2017 1:05 pm | Comments (0)

GOP candidate Rich Dziekan, left, and Mayor Anita Dugatto, right.

The two candidates for Derby mayor have agreed to a public debate scheduled to take place 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24 in the Derby High School auditorium.

The event is free and is open to the public.

The high school’s address is 75 Chatfield St. in Derby.

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Dziekan Sounds Alarm On Derby Finances

by | Oct 6, 2017 10:01 am | Comments (0)

Richard Dziekan, Republican candidate for mayor, outside Derby City Hall earlier this week.

DERBY — GOP candidate for mayor Rich Dziekan said Tuesday that city finances are in a state of emergency” and that Mayor Anita Dugatto’s silence on the matter speaks volumes.

The Republican candidate’s proof is a Sept. 28 report from Standard & Poor’s showing that Derby is one of nine municipalities that could see its bond rating downgraded.

If that happens, the city could face higher interest rates when trying to borrow money.

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