@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialThe Ledyard Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission has greenlit a controversial project to transform 12.7 acres with maintenance dredge material, sparking public interest ahead of a critical hearing on November 10.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialBarbara Cass warns that the disconnect between state and local emergency response could jeopardize resident safety, highlighting dangerous gaps exposed during the COVID crisis.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialResidents in Groton are demanding transparency and a halt to controversial "Flock" camera contracts amid concerns over privacy, data security, and potential misuse.
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#GrotonSoutheasternConnecticutPlanningRegion #CT #CitizenPortal #DataPrivacy #GrotonTransparency #PublicSafety
@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialConcerns are rising as a DPH advisor reveals limited oversight of assisted-living facilities, sparking a debate on the need for stricter building regulations to ensure safety and standards.
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#CT #CitizenPortal #PublicHealth #CommunitySafety #RegulatoryReform
@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialGB 2 New Haven reveals how its peaking facility has not only enhanced reliability but is also poised to save Connecticut ratepayers over $45 million annually!
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialThe fallout from a failed transformer at New Haven Harbor Station raises questions about procurement policies and the costly implications of choosing Rizzo Electric for an in-kind replacement.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialThe Public Utilities Regulatory Authority's recent hearing on GB 2 New Haven's 2027 fixed rate review revealed potential savings of over $45 million for ratepayers, but critical questions about reliability and interconnection expenses still loom.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialConnecticut's new surveillance-pricing ban could protect consumers without undermining loyalty programs, but industry experts urge clarity in the law to preserve beneficial discounts.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialKara Williams from EPIC warns that broad discount exemptions could allow surveillance-pricing practices to thrive under the guise of savings, calling for essential transparency and tighter regulations.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialSurveillance pricing is manipulating your personal data to charge you different prices for the same product—are you paying more than you should?
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialMihir from Princeton argues that transparency in AI hiring decisions is crucial to uncover biases and empower applicants to challenge outcomes.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialAI is fueling an explosive growth in data centers, but are we prepared for the energy and water trade-offs that come with it?
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialConnecticut is gearing up for a data revolution, with a new law mandating AI-ready data by 2028 and a focus on robust governance and privacy protections.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialNutmeg and the OCC reveal alarming truths about closed public-access studios still raking in fees, sparking serious questions about consumer protection in Connecticut.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialAs the district gears up for a new school-based budgeting process, the committee demands timely financial reports to ensure every dollar is tied to classroom success.
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@elizabethodr.bsky.social#CT #District76 #JohnPiscopo sent out his ‘track record’ for CT& he’s bragging about ‘saving CT money’ while voting with Rs 90% of the time!
He’s a coward like the rest of the Rs.
A PASS THROUGH for CHUMPS ECONOMY TANKING CT.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialBridgeport is facing a literacy crisis, with only 13.8% of third graders reading at grade level; urgent changes are on the horizon.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialExciting student trips to Orlando and Boston are on the table as the Instruction and Support Services Committee takes action!
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialSupport for Interim Superintendent Dr. Avery is growing, with calls for his permanent appointment highlighting his impressive track record in fiscal accountability and educational improvements.
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#CT #CitizenPortal #StaffRecognition #FiscalAccountability #CurriculumImprovement
@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialCould the state's Municipal/School Review Board be the key to unlocking vital funding for our district, or will it bring more challenges than benefits?
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