Month: March 2017

Bridgeport P&Z Allows Food Based Businesses To Rent Kitchens In Religious Buildings

Hard, hard, hard work definitely pays off! On Monday, January 30, the Bridgeport Planning & Zoning Commission voted to allow food-based businesses the opportunity to rent commercial kitchens in religious buildings, in non-residential zones.
The text amendment, which was first introduced nine months ago by CCGB, helps to “foster the development of small local food businesses.”
Proponents of the text amendment said, “this is an exciting and much-needed initiative here in Bridgeport. Low-cost and entry-level kitchen space is not currently available to food entrepreneurs in the area, and the passage of this amendment is a huge victory in fostering a growing, vibrant food culture.”
Currently, there is a waiting list of 12 entrepreneurs who are excited to be able to take the first, attainable step into growing their business.”
For more information, please contact Michelle or Landon at CCGB – 203-334-1121.
Graduates of our Culinary Cooking Class will now have the opportunity to start a new business thanks to the hard work of Michelle and Landon, and others whose support made all the difference!
(Press Release)

Look Who’s Doing It Local!

What a pleasure it was to meet Beth Dattilo and the crew at the Metro Diner located at the 2385 Main Street in the Courtyard Plaza (across from the theater).   The diner has been there for over 50 years but Beth and her family has owned it for the last 13 years.  Beth emailed me when I made the offer to stop and give a  business shout this week.  My son Alex and I stopped by and I enjoyed my usual turkey club and my son had the Pastrami Dream.  Everything was fresh and delicious!  I knew off the bat that the potato salad and coleslaw was not only homemade but made with real Hellman’s mayo!  Both Alex and I highly recommend it!  They are open for breakfast and lunch.

 

If you would like me to visit your business please email me at DoingItLocal.com@gmail.com

 

Bridgeport News: Fire At Trumbull Gardens

9:11am–#Bridgeport Connecticut– A police officer on patrol spotted smoke and called to have the fire department dispatched to 410 Trumbull Avenue for structure fire.  Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke inside the apartment.  Firefighters can be seen in the photo removing a charred mattress with no material left on it.  The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire.

 

Become A Bridgeport Bluefish Host Family!

#Bridgeport Connecticut– The Bridgeport Bluefish are currently seeking community members that are interested in becoming host families for a Bluefish player during the 2017 baseball season. Hosting a player has many benefits to a family. It is a valuable way to provide a player with a home while keeping them involved in the community and also gives you the opportunity to be involved with the Bluefish on a personal level. For many families, hosting a player has made a special impact on their lives as well as their “adopted” family member.

 

“Becoming a host family is a great way for fans to connect with the Bluefish,” said Bluefish General Manager Paul Herrmann. “It also allows the members of the team to truly be immersed in the city they represent and play for with a comfortable place to call home for the season.”

 

The Bluefish will be holding a Host Family Open House informational session on Thursday, March 16. This event will take place from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Bluefish staff members as well as current Host Families will be in attendance to share their experiences and answer any questions you may have. If you plan to attend, we ask that you please RSVP by calling 203-345-4800 or by emailing community@bridgeportbluefish.com.

 

The requirements for becoming a host family include the ability to provide a private bedroom and access to a bathroom, kitchen and washer/dryer. If you wish to include any other amenities for your host player, it is greatly appreciated by the player.

 

For becoming a host family, the Bluefish will give you the opportunity to attend every home game during the 2017 regular season. You will also be invited to many special events throughout the year, including a picnic event at the end of the season where your family will be able to take live batting practice on the field. For making one of our players feel at home, the Bluefish will make sure you feel like part of our family as well.

 

Here are some of the other benefits you will receive when you become a Bridgeport Bluefish host family:

-10% discount at the Bluefish Gear Shop

-Four (4) complimentary tickets to every regular-season home game

-One (1) Luxury Suite night, which includes 25 tickets (any Monday-Thursday game, based on availability)

-One (1) parking pass, valid for all regular-season home games and events

-Four (4) complimentary tickets to all regular-season Bluefish Special Events

-Four (4) complimentary suite tickets to Opening Day (Friday, April 28th, 4:20 pm)

-Up to four (4) members of each family will be invited to throw out the on-field ceremonial first pitch at a regular-season home game

-Each family member (ages 10 and up) will have the opportunity to be the official Bluefish batboy or batgirl for one regular-season home game

-Preferred choice of playoff tickets prior to public sale (all parking passes valid for playoff games)

 

For more information about becoming a host family for a Bridgeport Bluefish player, please contact Paul Herrmann at203-416-1715 or pherrmann@bridgeportbluefish.com.

 

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State Democrats Call For Senior Tax Releif

Hartford, CT – Senate and House Democratic leaders, legislators and advocates held a press conference today to call for senior tax relief by exempting Social Security income from the state income tax.

 

The General Assembly’s Finance Revenue and Bonding Committee will hold a public hearing tomorrow to consider several proposed bills on the topic including Senate Bill 6 An Act Exempting Social Security Income from the Personal Income Tax and House Bill 5587 An Act Concerning a Tax Exemption for Seniors’ Social Security Benefits.

 

“Exempting Social Security income from the state income tax could save Connecticut’s seniors up to $45 million a year,” said Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney (D-New Haven). “Providing seniors with increased financial security will help them remain in their homes and generate economic activity.”

 

“Connecticut is a great place to live, work and raise a family, so it should also be a great place to retire and enjoy the culture and quality of life we are known for,” Speaker of the House Joe Aresimowicz (D-Berlin/Southington) said. “How we treat our seniors says a lot about us as a society, and we should do what we can to help them better afford to stay where they wish.”

 

“As our state’s population ages, this legislation will make it easier for seniors to continue to live in Connecticut, be near their families and stay in the state that they know and love,” said Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk). “Connecticut already offers a high quality of life for seniors. Passing this legislation will send a strong message that Connecticut is the right place to retire and enjoy your golden years.”

 

“Connecticut should stop taxing Social Security income for seniors,” House Majority Leader Matt Ritter (D-Hartford) said. “We are one of only 13 states that tax Social Security benefits – let’s make it 12.”

 

Connecticut is one of 13 states that impose some form of state tax on Social Security income. Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont and West Virginia also tax Social Security benefits.

 

“We need to give our senior citizens a break,” said Rep. Jason Rojas (D-East Hartford), who is Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee co-chair. “Most states do not tax a person’s Social Security benefits, and this bill would give our seniors the help they deserve in retirement. It would help them to be able to stay in Connecticut instead of moving to other states, such as Florida, where Social Security is not taxed and property taxes are often much lower.”

“AARP is interested in exploring any and all proposals that make Connecticut a more friendly place to live and retire independently,” said AARP State Director Nora Duncan. “This is a popular proposal that would impact many positively, and it should be a part of the larger budget considerations, along with support for important programs that help vulnerable seniors age-in-place.”

 

Over the last several years, Democrats in the General Assembly have led passage a number of laws making Connecticut a great place for seniors to live.

 

In 2015 the General Assembly passed the CARE Act to require hospitals to provide instruction and support to home caregivers when their loved ones are released from the hospital, thus promoting aging in place by improving care transitions and preventing costly hospital readmissions. In 2016, Connecticut became the first state to expand the CARE Act to patients leaving nursing homes.

 

In 2015, Democrats successfully led the effort to combat the financial exploitation of Connecticut seniors through the passage into law of SB 1005, AA Protecting Elderly Consumers from Exploitation. This legislation – which received unanimous bipartisan support in both chambers – provides greater protections for our seniors against financial abuse.

 

Additionally, Democrats led passage of legislation protecting seniors from vague nursing home contracts. The law requires that nursing homes clearly inform residents and their families of the duties, responsibilities and liabilities placed upon them under the residency contract. Misunderstanding the contract can lead to unpaid bills and significant legal or financial ramifications.

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