The recent decision by the Obama administration to try Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other accused masterminds of the 9-11 attacks in New York City is a mistake and should be reevaluated by the Justice Department.
Mohammed, or “KSM”, as the press refers to him, is by his own admission one [...]
Starting today, you have to use the area code when dialing anywhere in Connecticut. [...] 
Always feels good to be endorsed by your hometown paper. You can read the endorsement here. Now, on to victory on Tuesday!! [...] Got some good news yesterday. It seems that the November issue of Connecticut Magazine is out with their rankings of best places to live for communities with populations over 50,000.
Danbury has moved from number 10 in the last ranking done in 2006, to number 6 in the most [...]
Today I had an opportunity to participate in a meeting with Commissioner Marie of the State D.O.T. regarding the future of many projects in the Danbury area and the I-84 corridor.
It was a good news-bad news type of meeting. This state is delaying funding on a number of [...]
By passing a budget last night the Connecticut General Assembly punted on the tough choices that face our state. Borrowing to fund operational expenses and “securitizing” assets will not position us for the new economy nor does it address long standing systemic problems in the state budget.
Governor Rell [...]
The agreement between the Danbury Police Department and ICE (Immigration, Customs, and Enforcement) of the Department of Homeland Security has been posted on the City of Danbury's website .
The agreement is a "template" of the actual document that all organizations participating in the 287-G program are required' [...]
Almost two years ago, the City of Danbury applied to join a federal program called ICE ACCESS that would train several police officers in immigration law.
Illegal immigration has been a hot topic in Danbury over the years and this request was not without its controversy.
Advocates are [...]
At our last Common Council meeting, the Common Council voted to send the work of the Charter Revision Commission to the voters at the fall elections.
The city Charter is similar to our U.S. Constitution. It is the foundation of the organizational structure of our local government.
The charter revision [...]
IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America hen in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among the powers of the [...]
Happy Portuguese Day! Come watch the parade down Main Street (10:15 am), or come the Portuguese Cultural Center and enjoy a great afternoon of food, dance, and entertainment! [...] 
Tomorrow, here in City Hall, my office, 9 AM to 12 Noon. Feel free to stop by. [...] 
The first Thursday in the month of May is dedicated as the National Day of Prayer. Please feel free to join us at 12 noon in front of City Hall for a moment to pray for our country, state, and city. [...] 
This afternoon the World Health Organization has declared a Pandemic alert level 5 on a scale of 1-6.
Danbury High School student Bryan Sih who was awarded a $100.00 prize from State Comptroller Nancy Wyman for is outstanding essay on President Barack Obama. Great job Bryan!!
Come join us today at 3:00 PM as we open our new police station. We will have tours at the conclusion of the grand opening ceremony. [...] 
The 2009-2010 budget plan will undergo a Public Hearing tonight at 7 PM in the Common Council chambers. Please feel free to stop down and comment if you have any concerns. [...] 
Last night I attended a meeting at Western Connecticut State University about the possibility of adding tolls to I-84 and other areas of the state.
Check it out, this is hysterical. Nice job by Darryl and the gang..
Last week I was asked to write a column for the News-Times regarding the budget process. The column ran in todays edition. Just wanted to say thanks to the editorial staff at the paper for the opportunity. Here is the link, hope you enjoy it. [...] 
Stop down to City Hall this morning as it is the third Saturday of the month. Time for another "Saturday with the mayor" event. 9am to 12 noon. Wear a sweater as it is cold in my office on the weekends. Hope you can stop by! [...] 
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