Holly Sullivan, President, CT Citizens Defense League
"The Connecticut Citizens Defense League is a non-partisan, grassroots organization devoted to advocating rights affirmed by the Constitutions of the United States of America and the State of Connecticut. We are especially dedicated to protecting the unalienable right of all citizens to keep and bear arms, for the defense of both self and state, through public enlightenment and legislative action.
We welcome anyone who believes that the defense of our constitutional rights is critical to the longevity of our freedom and to the success of this nation, and in particular that the rights to self defense and to keep and bear the arms to actualize that defense, are fundamental and undeniable."
"The Connecticut Citizens Defense League is a non-partisan, grassroots organization devoted to advocating rights affirmed by the Constitutions of the United States of America and the State of Connecticut. We are especially dedicated to protecting the unalienable right of all citizens to keep and bear arms, for the defense of both self and state, through public enlightenment and legislative action.
We welcome anyone who believes that the defense of our constitutional rights is critical to the longevity of our freedom and to the success of this nation, and in particular that the rights to self defense and to keep and bear the arms to actualize that defense, are fundamental and undeniable."
Joe Nolan, Chairman, President, and CEO of Eversource
CT Valley Views recently had the opportunity to have Joe Nolan, Chairman, President, and CEO of Eversource, the largest supplier of energy to Connecticut as a guest.
The key concern by Eversource's customers is the announcement of a 2023 50% supply side increase realizing an average of an additional $80 to homeowners' monthly bills.
Mr. Nolan, explains the source impacting the higher prices, how consumers can shop for competitive supply pricing and options on the energy company's website to obtain assistance in responsibly and affordably managing their family's budget: www.eversource.com/billhelp
Additionally, Connecticut consumers can shop supplier side vendor rates at www.energizect.com
CT Valley Views recently had the opportunity to have Joe Nolan, Chairman, President, and CEO of Eversource, the largest supplier of energy to Connecticut as a guest.
The key concern by Eversource's customers is the announcement of a 2023 50% supply side increase realizing an average of an additional $80 to homeowners' monthly bills.
Mr. Nolan, explains the source impacting the higher prices, how consumers can shop for competitive supply pricing and options on the energy company's website to obtain assistance in responsibly and affordably managing their family's budget: www.eversource.com/billhelp
Additionally, Connecticut consumers can shop supplier side vendor rates at www.energizect.com
No Left Turn in Education - Guilford
David Holman is a concerned resident of Guilford, CT who loves America and believes in the constitutional rights of all citizens particularly those who are parents with concern for their children's educational curriculum. Their issues are the on-going BOE challenges in maintaining a family's right to have a voice in the students’ program courses and the ability to have an open and viable working relationship with their schools teaching staff.
David Holman is a concerned resident of Guilford, CT who loves America and believes in the constitutional rights of all citizens particularly those who are parents with concern for their children's educational curriculum. Their issues are the on-going BOE challenges in maintaining a family's right to have a voice in the students’ program courses and the ability to have an open and viable working relationship with their schools teaching staff.
Joe Markley - Ct Midterm Election Autopsy
Joe is well known for his plain spoken and informative commentary with
regard to the State's political scene. This interview will provide
viewers with an objective look at the results of the November election and the future of Connecticut.
Joe is well known for his plain spoken and informative commentary with
regard to the State's political scene. This interview will provide
viewers with an objective look at the results of the November election and the future of Connecticut.
Christine Rebstock – Transgender, Conservative and Outspoken
Christine is a brave and candid person who was born as a male but at 51 found the courage to come out and she stated, "it feels like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders". She is a conservative who has suffered rebuke by Democratic CT notables due to her "right side" political stance, even though they claim, "inclusiveness of all".
She wants to share her personal journey and inform the public of the serious concerns regarding this alarming trend with current generations starting as young as kindergarten age.
For parents, families and youth struggling with the challenges being posed by the invasive agenda by educational institutions about gender dysphoria and sexual orientation. Parents are losing authority and control of their children's educational curriculum and sexual identity introduction. The indoctrination of students within the confines of academic venues without parent involvement or approval is dangerous, injurious mentally and physically.
Christine is a brave and candid person who was born as a male but at 51 found the courage to come out and she stated, "it feels like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders". She is a conservative who has suffered rebuke by Democratic CT notables due to her "right side" political stance, even though they claim, "inclusiveness of all".
She wants to share her personal journey and inform the public of the serious concerns regarding this alarming trend with current generations starting as young as kindergarten age.
For parents, families and youth struggling with the challenges being posed by the invasive agenda by educational institutions about gender dysphoria and sexual orientation. Parents are losing authority and control of their children's educational curriculum and sexual identity introduction. The indoctrination of students within the confines of academic venues without parent involvement or approval is dangerous, injurious mentally and physically.
CTVV Covers the Primary Outcomes with Joe Markley, Former Republican Candidate for Lt. Governor
Joe Markley is an CT Republican who was a member of the Connecticut State Senate representing the 16th State Senate District from 2011 to 2019. He was the Republican Nominee for Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut on the general election ticket with gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski in 2018.
CT Valley Views proffers a myriad of topic questions regarding the recent August 9th Republican primary results for which Mr. Markley is most candid with his responses. This segment will provide some behind the scenes relevant commentary on the respective candidates' campaign strategy positioning which will shed some light on what has been noted as surprising outcomes particularly in the US Senate race.
Joe Markley is an CT Republican who was a member of the Connecticut State Senate representing the 16th State Senate District from 2011 to 2019. He was the Republican Nominee for Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut on the general election ticket with gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski in 2018.
CT Valley Views proffers a myriad of topic questions regarding the recent August 9th Republican primary results for which Mr. Markley is most candid with his responses. This segment will provide some behind the scenes relevant commentary on the respective candidates' campaign strategy positioning which will shed some light on what has been noted as surprising outcomes particularly in the US Senate race.
Italian American Defense League
The Italian American Defense League was founded by Mathew Guarnieri to bring together the many Italian American groups to express their concerns with the destruction, defacing, and removal of Christopher Columbus statues in CT towns over the past few years.
Dario Gagliano, a Member of the Italian American Alliance, and Author Rafael Ortiz add their expertise to explain the importance of maintaining the rich Italian culture.
The guest interviewees provide the current standing of these challenges and the League's activities and solutions to reinstate an admirable profile of Italian Americans, their historical contributions, artistic accomplishments, and many cultural benefits supporting our quality of life in America.
The Italian American Defense League was founded by Mathew Guarnieri to bring together the many Italian American groups to express their concerns with the destruction, defacing, and removal of Christopher Columbus statues in CT towns over the past few years.
Dario Gagliano, a Member of the Italian American Alliance, and Author Rafael Ortiz add their expertise to explain the importance of maintaining the rich Italian culture.
The guest interviewees provide the current standing of these challenges and the League's activities and solutions to reinstate an admirable profile of Italian Americans, their historical contributions, artistic accomplishments, and many cultural benefits supporting our quality of life in America.
Dr. Ben Carson, "Created Equal"
Dr. Ben Carson’s career has included being former 2016 Republican Presidential Candidate, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development during President Trump's administration, Former Director of John Hopkins University Pediatric Neurosurgery, Recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom which is the highest civilian honor in the land, and he has received 70 honorary degrees.
In his new book: "Created Equal, The Painful Past, Confusing Present and Hopeful Future of Race in America", Dr Carson details his perspective on how race affects (or not) our lives.
Dr. Ben Carson’s career has included being former 2016 Republican Presidential Candidate, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development during President Trump's administration, Former Director of John Hopkins University Pediatric Neurosurgery, Recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom which is the highest civilian honor in the land, and he has received 70 honorary degrees.
In his new book: "Created Equal, The Painful Past, Confusing Present and Hopeful Future of Race in America", Dr Carson details his perspective on how race affects (or not) our lives.
Dr. Armando Fusco – The state of education in CT
Dr. Armand Fusco has had 40 years of experience at all levels of education. He retired as Superintendent of schools and then became Director of Interns at the University of Bridgeport for 10 years. He has written two books on various educational concerns hampering a successful future for our youth concerning the issues of CRT and all of the curriculum challenges facing parents with regard to their children's educational curriculum.
This is not true for all of CT Towns, but it is a significant concern particularly in minority cities such as Hartford, Bridgeport, New Britain, Waterbury, Bloomfield, and New Haven where the educational budget dominates the town budget, but has a failing grade for ROI. It is imperative that for our under-served minority parents that this issue be addressed from a tax perspective as taxpayers' $'s are not generating an accountable return on investment.
Dr. Armand Fusco has had 40 years of experience at all levels of education. He retired as Superintendent of schools and then became Director of Interns at the University of Bridgeport for 10 years. He has written two books on various educational concerns hampering a successful future for our youth concerning the issues of CRT and all of the curriculum challenges facing parents with regard to their children's educational curriculum.
This is not true for all of CT Towns, but it is a significant concern particularly in minority cities such as Hartford, Bridgeport, New Britain, Waterbury, Bloomfield, and New Haven where the educational budget dominates the town budget, but has a failing grade for ROI. It is imperative that for our under-served minority parents that this issue be addressed from a tax perspective as taxpayers' $'s are not generating an accountable return on investment.
Focus on CT educational reform
CT Valley Views interviewed Guilford, CT residents Bill Maisano and David Holman who provided a very candid overview of the issues facing parents and their children relative to the BOE stance on the town's educational curriculum. CRT, sexually oriented courses and a broad liberal culture are at the center of their concerns. Mr. Maisano and Mr. Holman both are very adamant that parents should have a major say in what is taught in school. They view this as an invasive method to take away parental and constitutional rights and actually harm the students' ability to become independent and critical thinkers.
CT Valley Views interviewed Guilford, CT residents Bill Maisano and David Holman who provided a very candid overview of the issues facing parents and their children relative to the BOE stance on the town's educational curriculum. CRT, sexually oriented courses and a broad liberal culture are at the center of their concerns. Mr. Maisano and Mr. Holman both are very adamant that parents should have a major say in what is taught in school. They view this as an invasive method to take away parental and constitutional rights and actually harm the students' ability to become independent and critical thinkers.
Lee Elsi "The Voice of Freedom" 94.9 News Now FM radio host
Lee Elsi is a veteran radio host whose show on 94.9 FM airs Monday through Friday, 6am to 10am. CT Valley Views TV show loves to turn the tables on media folks by providing her viewers with an "up close" interview reflecting her guests' professional background as well as some insight into their personal commentary and views.
Lee Elsi is a veteran radio host whose show on 94.9 FM airs Monday through Friday, 6am to 10am. CT Valley Views TV show loves to turn the tables on media folks by providing her viewers with an "up close" interview reflecting her guests' professional background as well as some insight into their personal commentary and views.
Ben Proto, Republican State Chairman
See this candid and informative interview with Ben Proto, who took over the helm as the new Republican State Chair this past June. Mr. Proto, is a longtime GOP operative and elections lawyer.
If you want to know the challenges, successes and anticipated opportunities Mr. Proto envisions for the Republican GOP in our State over the next year, be sure to tune in.
See the GOP website for further updates: www.ct.gop
See this candid and informative interview with Ben Proto, who took over the helm as the new Republican State Chair this past June. Mr. Proto, is a longtime GOP operative and elections lawyer.
If you want to know the challenges, successes and anticipated opportunities Mr. Proto envisions for the Republican GOP in our State over the next year, be sure to tune in.
See the GOP website for further updates: www.ct.gop
CT AFL-CIO
CT budget talks continue to swirl within and between the Democrat and Republican parties in the Legislature. Key is solving the current pension commitments in order to protect a balanced budget.
CT Valley Views recently spoke with the CT AFL-CIO management who had the opportunity to express their concerns for the hard working families of our State and their fiscal status and future. A highlight of this interview is the update on the AFL-CIO administration leadership transition this October.
This topic will be instrumental in CT taxpayers' voting considerations in the upcoming 2022 Statewide elections, so don't miss this segment.
Guests included are pictured L-R: Ed Hawthorne, new CT AFL-CIO President; Shellye Davis newly elected Executive VP and Sal Luciano, past President.
CT budget talks continue to swirl within and between the Democrat and Republican parties in the Legislature. Key is solving the current pension commitments in order to protect a balanced budget.
CT Valley Views recently spoke with the CT AFL-CIO management who had the opportunity to express their concerns for the hard working families of our State and their fiscal status and future. A highlight of this interview is the update on the AFL-CIO administration leadership transition this October.
This topic will be instrumental in CT taxpayers' voting considerations in the upcoming 2022 Statewide elections, so don't miss this segment.
Guests included are pictured L-R: Ed Hawthorne, new CT AFL-CIO President; Shellye Davis newly elected Executive VP and Sal Luciano, past President.
CREC Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts
Since 1966 CREC has been working with and for its member districts and has developed a wide array of cost-effective and high-quality programs and services to meet the educational needs of children and adults in Connecticut. CREC schools are public, without cost to families, but entrance is determined by lottery draw from parental/student submission.
The Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Half Day curriculum is a program with an intense focus on the fine arts students' study with professional arts instructors in respective creative fields.
Susan Patricelli Regan interviewed Kim Stroud, Academy Director and Natasha Miles, Visual Arts Department Head at their Hartford Campus.
See www.ghaahd.crecschools.org for more information
Since 1966 CREC has been working with and for its member districts and has developed a wide array of cost-effective and high-quality programs and services to meet the educational needs of children and adults in Connecticut. CREC schools are public, without cost to families, but entrance is determined by lottery draw from parental/student submission.
The Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Half Day curriculum is a program with an intense focus on the fine arts students' study with professional arts instructors in respective creative fields.
Susan Patricelli Regan interviewed Kim Stroud, Academy Director and Natasha Miles, Visual Arts Department Head at their Hartford Campus.
See www.ghaahd.crecschools.org for more information
CT CONFERENCE OF MUNICIPALITIES
CCM is the state’s largest, nonpartisan organization of municipal leaders, representing towns and cities of all sizes from all corners of the state, with 168 member municipalities.
Its common mission is to improve everyday life for every resident of Connecticut. They share best practices and objective research to help our local leaders govern wisely. They advocate at the state level for issues affecting local taxpayers and pool their buying power to negotiate more cost-effective services for our communities.
Susan Patricelli Regan has once again spoken with CCM's veteran President and CEO. Joe Delong, who discusses at length the status of their organization's accomplishments and 2021/22 objectives. CCM is a valuable resource to Connecticut's citizens and districts for an array of support departments managed by accomplished professionals. If you are unfamiliar with CCM, you may want to see their website ccm-ct.org and be sure to refer your mayor, first selectman or town manager to CCM's website. There are cost savings to be realized for the many challenges faced by your town with CCM's assistance.
CCM is the state’s largest, nonpartisan organization of municipal leaders, representing towns and cities of all sizes from all corners of the state, with 168 member municipalities.
Its common mission is to improve everyday life for every resident of Connecticut. They share best practices and objective research to help our local leaders govern wisely. They advocate at the state level for issues affecting local taxpayers and pool their buying power to negotiate more cost-effective services for our communities.
Susan Patricelli Regan has once again spoken with CCM's veteran President and CEO. Joe Delong, who discusses at length the status of their organization's accomplishments and 2021/22 objectives. CCM is a valuable resource to Connecticut's citizens and districts for an array of support departments managed by accomplished professionals. If you are unfamiliar with CCM, you may want to see their website ccm-ct.org and be sure to refer your mayor, first selectman or town manager to CCM's website. There are cost savings to be realized for the many challenges faced by your town with CCM's assistance.
Political Activist and Pundit Lori Hopkins Cavanagh
Lori Hopkins Cavanagh is a political pundit and activist who has the courage to question the status of our State's and country's current cultural trends and administrative overreach. Her recent vocality and bodaciousness is evidenced on Gary Byran's, Monday - Friday WDRC morning radio show. Her out of mainstream opinions have incurred both supportive vocal responses and physical threats.
Ms. Cavanagh welcomes questions and comments via email to lorionliberty@gmail.com
Lori Hopkins Cavanagh is a political pundit and activist who has the courage to question the status of our State's and country's current cultural trends and administrative overreach. Her recent vocality and bodaciousness is evidenced on Gary Byran's, Monday - Friday WDRC morning radio show. Her out of mainstream opinions have incurred both supportive vocal responses and physical threats.
Ms. Cavanagh welcomes questions and comments via email to lorionliberty@gmail.com
CTVV Walks Hartford's Streets with Mothers United Against Violence
One of the most critical areas of need in Connecticut's communities are the urban cities where violence impacts not only the perpetrators' hope for a better life but the innocent youth who lose their life. . Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views interviewed Rev. Henry Brown, Co-Founder of Mothers United Against Violence, President and Co-Founder Henrietta Beckman of MUAV and Mrs. Deborah Davis, Program and Development Manager for MUAV to enlighten the public to the continuing need to address the issues of crime, poverty, lack of education and basic human necessities.
Follow the efforts of Mothers United Against Violence on www.muavct.org
One of the most critical areas of need in Connecticut's communities are the urban cities where violence impacts not only the perpetrators' hope for a better life but the innocent youth who lose their life. . Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views interviewed Rev. Henry Brown, Co-Founder of Mothers United Against Violence, President and Co-Founder Henrietta Beckman of MUAV and Mrs. Deborah Davis, Program and Development Manager for MUAV to enlighten the public to the continuing need to address the issues of crime, poverty, lack of education and basic human necessities.
Follow the efforts of Mothers United Against Violence on www.muavct.org
Joe Markley
CT Valley Views always strives to bring its viewers the perspective update on what matters to CT's citizens relevant to their health, wealth and quality of life future. Key at this time is the State's budget and bills that have been summarily hustled through the Legislative process managed by a Democratic majority.
Joe Markley, an American politician who was formerly a member of the CT State Senate representing the 16th District and as the Republican nominee for CT LT. Governor in 2018 speaks with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views to discuss the critical aspects of current events.
CT Valley Views always strives to bring its viewers the perspective update on what matters to CT's citizens relevant to their health, wealth and quality of life future. Key at this time is the State's budget and bills that have been summarily hustled through the Legislative process managed by a Democratic majority.
Joe Markley, an American politician who was formerly a member of the CT State Senate representing the 16th District and as the Republican nominee for CT LT. Governor in 2018 speaks with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views to discuss the critical aspects of current events.
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving serves 29 CT towns in which a broad diversity of low income and opportunity deficient citizens who require vital humanitarian needs and educational, fiscal, housing and safety support.
This foundation works closely with local food pantries and collaborates with other similar organizations whose objectives parallel HFPG's mission statement to improve the quality of life for the recipients. HFPG has been in existence for over 100 years and has volunteers that act as ambassadors between HFPG to and within the various communities to identify informative feedback on the specific issues facing the residents.
President Jay Williams and Elysa Gordon, Vice President of Community Impact, provide a comprehensive overview of the organization's way of working, revenue and investment expenditures, department structure as well as the challenges faced and accomplishments status.
To contact HFPG go to their website: HFPG.ORG or call 860 548-1888.
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving serves 29 CT towns in which a broad diversity of low income and opportunity deficient citizens who require vital humanitarian needs and educational, fiscal, housing and safety support.
This foundation works closely with local food pantries and collaborates with other similar organizations whose objectives parallel HFPG's mission statement to improve the quality of life for the recipients. HFPG has been in existence for over 100 years and has volunteers that act as ambassadors between HFPG to and within the various communities to identify informative feedback on the specific issues facing the residents.
President Jay Williams and Elysa Gordon, Vice President of Community Impact, provide a comprehensive overview of the organization's way of working, revenue and investment expenditures, department structure as well as the challenges faced and accomplishments status.
To contact HFPG go to their website: HFPG.ORG or call 860 548-1888.
CT Valley Views once again speaks with Dr. Jordan Grossman, Superintendent of Granby Public Schools to provide an in depth status of our school system regarding the Covid19 challenges to the curriculum, budget, student and parent adjustments and planning going forward for 2021 year.
Dr. Thomas Balcezak MD, Chief Clinical Officer, Yale New Haven Health.
His responsibilities as Chief clinical Officer for the Health System include being charged with enhancing Clinical Care delivery by leading work that improves quality, safety, cost, patient and family experience and clinician engagement.
Susan Patricelli Regan interviews Dr. Balcezak with a major focus on Covid19, its challenges over the past year for CT’s citizens, the medical community, therapeutic remedies, patient symptoms and testing and the current vaccine immunization status, inherent concerns and optimism for a successful rollout Statewide.
Acting State Public Health Commissioner Deidre Gifford has said that shots will be available to everyone at no cost, even those without Health Insurance. After first line workers, nursing homes, settings such as prisons, group homes, high-risk individuals under 65, critical workers such as teachers, child care employees, correction staff and public transit workers; the general public will have the vaccine shots option with an expectancy of late spring/early summer. Continue to be updated at the website: www.ct.gov/coronavirus
His responsibilities as Chief clinical Officer for the Health System include being charged with enhancing Clinical Care delivery by leading work that improves quality, safety, cost, patient and family experience and clinician engagement.
Susan Patricelli Regan interviews Dr. Balcezak with a major focus on Covid19, its challenges over the past year for CT’s citizens, the medical community, therapeutic remedies, patient symptoms and testing and the current vaccine immunization status, inherent concerns and optimism for a successful rollout Statewide.
Acting State Public Health Commissioner Deidre Gifford has said that shots will be available to everyone at no cost, even those without Health Insurance. After first line workers, nursing homes, settings such as prisons, group homes, high-risk individuals under 65, critical workers such as teachers, child care employees, correction staff and public transit workers; the general public will have the vaccine shots option with an expectancy of late spring/early summer. Continue to be updated at the website: www.ct.gov/coronavirus
Monte Frank – Serve America Movement
The SAM CT Task Force was created in CT in 2019 to provide real competition to the two-party monopoly that has had a stranglehold on voters for decades and that forces candidates into partisan camps focused on reelection rather than issues that concern the voters of the Constitution State.
Our political system as we know it, both nationally and statewide in CT, has been under scrutiny with regard to the major parties and the historic way government officials are elected. Legislature differs in various ways state to state and many voters feel that respective candidates are not providing the level of quality and diversity they expect.
Monte Frank, Chair of SAM CT provides viewers with a comprehensive overview of SAM’s objectives, status and future goals in a guest segment that will enlighten all those in our State who, as taxpayers, have a vested interest in both their personal and Statewide governance and the economic future health.
The website is www.joinsamct.org and to email directly to Mr. Frank: monte@joinsam.org
The SAM CT Task Force was created in CT in 2019 to provide real competition to the two-party monopoly that has had a stranglehold on voters for decades and that forces candidates into partisan camps focused on reelection rather than issues that concern the voters of the Constitution State.
Our political system as we know it, both nationally and statewide in CT, has been under scrutiny with regard to the major parties and the historic way government officials are elected. Legislature differs in various ways state to state and many voters feel that respective candidates are not providing the level of quality and diversity they expect.
Monte Frank, Chair of SAM CT provides viewers with a comprehensive overview of SAM’s objectives, status and future goals in a guest segment that will enlighten all those in our State who, as taxpayers, have a vested interest in both their personal and Statewide governance and the economic future health.
The website is www.joinsamct.org and to email directly to Mr. Frank: monte@joinsam.org
David Lehman, Commissioner, DECD
Critical to the administrative infrastructure of CT is the Department of Economic and Community Development which is the State agency that oversees a wide range of programs promoting business retention and recruitment, Brownfield Redevelopment, the arts, historic preservation, and tourism.
David Lehman is the current Commissioner of DECD, appointed by Governor Lamont earlier this year to generate a productive environment for the private sector and existing corporations while attracting potential new businesses from other states to improve CT's economic development and health. Key, in particular, for anyone who is interested in initiating a new venture is the recently established website business.ct.gov where there is a veritable "one stop shop", step by step to do list for that objective. It contains a wide variety of resource topics from opening during the Covid19 crisis to getting vital business updates from the State. You can follow all updates on the DECD website ct.gov/coronavirus.
Critical to the administrative infrastructure of CT is the Department of Economic and Community Development which is the State agency that oversees a wide range of programs promoting business retention and recruitment, Brownfield Redevelopment, the arts, historic preservation, and tourism.
David Lehman is the current Commissioner of DECD, appointed by Governor Lamont earlier this year to generate a productive environment for the private sector and existing corporations while attracting potential new businesses from other states to improve CT's economic development and health. Key, in particular, for anyone who is interested in initiating a new venture is the recently established website business.ct.gov where there is a veritable "one stop shop", step by step to do list for that objective. It contains a wide variety of resource topics from opening during the Covid19 crisis to getting vital business updates from the State. You can follow all updates on the DECD website ct.gov/coronavirus.
Granby Public Schools Reopening Update
School Superintendents all over our State faced the unexpected early closing of the 2020 school year. Granby's Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jordan Grossman's objective to meet the challenge has been intensified by the fact that he was new to his post in January 2020. Dr. Grossman expressed his genuine appreciation for the cooperation and teamwork from parents, administrative staff and Town officials to meet the needs of Granby's youth during the past few months to assure the maintenance of the highest educational standards possible. With the current directives from Governor Lamont to create a minimum of 3 "plan scenarios", Dr. Grossman and his administrative staff have developed appropriate methods to meet those goals. He advises, moreover, that this is a "working document" and given a relatively unknown turn of events the Granby school system will remain dedicated to seeking the best solutions to establish a constructive environment for all students. Follow the Granby Public School's website: granby.k12.ct.us
School Superintendents all over our State faced the unexpected early closing of the 2020 school year. Granby's Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jordan Grossman's objective to meet the challenge has been intensified by the fact that he was new to his post in January 2020. Dr. Grossman expressed his genuine appreciation for the cooperation and teamwork from parents, administrative staff and Town officials to meet the needs of Granby's youth during the past few months to assure the maintenance of the highest educational standards possible. With the current directives from Governor Lamont to create a minimum of 3 "plan scenarios", Dr. Grossman and his administrative staff have developed appropriate methods to meet those goals. He advises, moreover, that this is a "working document" and given a relatively unknown turn of events the Granby school system will remain dedicated to seeking the best solutions to establish a constructive environment for all students. Follow the Granby Public School's website: granby.k12.ct.us
Gary Byron, The Voice of WDRC "Talk of CT"
CT Valley Views and Host Susan Patricelli Regan turned the tables on Gary Bryon whose radio show airs Monday through Friday 6 to 10 am with an interview with the engaging WDRC AM 1360 host. Mr. Byron who is an engaging talk show host with an ever growing and diversified listening audience spoke candidly about his early media career accomplishments, his successful stint in the CT Legislature as a Representative for the 27th district. He is extremely enthusiastic about his current "Talk of CT" morning program and the opportunity to enlist a broad range of call in listeners and interesting guests.
CT Valley Views and Host Susan Patricelli Regan turned the tables on Gary Bryon whose radio show airs Monday through Friday 6 to 10 am with an interview with the engaging WDRC AM 1360 host. Mr. Byron who is an engaging talk show host with an ever growing and diversified listening audience spoke candidly about his early media career accomplishments, his successful stint in the CT Legislature as a Representative for the 27th district. He is extremely enthusiastic about his current "Talk of CT" morning program and the opportunity to enlist a broad range of call in listeners and interesting guests.
CT AFL-CIO Covid Update
With the Covid19 pandemic striking the CT home front, the some 220,000 members of the CT AFL-CIO have been an integral part of keeping our State serviceable and functionally intact with a membership comprised of private sector, public sector and building trades. Hardest hit have been members employed in penal institutions; bus, shuttle and truck drivers, grocery and medical service workers. See their website at www.ctaflcio.org
Salvatore Luciano, President of the CT AFL-CIO spoke with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views on a number of critical topics important to our State and their federation formed by hundreds of local unions regarding the current contract status moving in to FY21, CT's road to re-establishing economic recovery, and their stance on a resolution on Police accountability relative to systemic racism.
With the Covid19 pandemic striking the CT home front, the some 220,000 members of the CT AFL-CIO have been an integral part of keeping our State serviceable and functionally intact with a membership comprised of private sector, public sector and building trades. Hardest hit have been members employed in penal institutions; bus, shuttle and truck drivers, grocery and medical service workers. See their website at www.ctaflcio.org
Salvatore Luciano, President of the CT AFL-CIO spoke with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views on a number of critical topics important to our State and their federation formed by hundreds of local unions regarding the current contract status moving in to FY21, CT's road to re-establishing economic recovery, and their stance on a resolution on Police accountability relative to systemic racism.
Oz Griebel, Task Force Chair of SAM-CT Update
SAM (Serve America Movement) CT Task Force is a nonpartisan effort to enhance candidate competition and voter participation and choice via the establishment of open public primaries, ranked-choice voting and term limits. See this critical update that can make the difference in a level playing field for not only the candidates, but for our State's citizens whose quality of life and economic status depends on the outcome of future elections. Follow SAM-CT website www.JoinSAMct.org for on-going updates.
SAM (Serve America Movement) CT Task Force is a nonpartisan effort to enhance candidate competition and voter participation and choice via the establishment of open public primaries, ranked-choice voting and term limits. See this critical update that can make the difference in a level playing field for not only the candidates, but for our State's citizens whose quality of life and economic status depends on the outcome of future elections. Follow SAM-CT website www.JoinSAMct.org for on-going updates.
CT AFL-CIO Speaks to CT Valley Views
With the Covid19 pandemic striking the CT home front, the some 220,000 members of the CT AFL-CIO have been an integral part of keeping our State serviceable and functionally intact with a membership comprised of private sector, public sector and building trades. Hardest hit have been members employed in penal institutions; bus, shuttle and truck drivers, grocery and medical service workers. See their website at www.ctaflcio.org
Salvatore Luciano, President of the CT AFL-CIO spoke on a number of critical topics important to our State and their federation formed by hundreds of local unions regarding the current contract status moving in to FY21, CT's road to re-establishing economic recovery, and their stance on a resolution on Police accountability relative to systemic racism.
With the Covid19 pandemic striking the CT home front, the some 220,000 members of the CT AFL-CIO have been an integral part of keeping our State serviceable and functionally intact with a membership comprised of private sector, public sector and building trades. Hardest hit have been members employed in penal institutions; bus, shuttle and truck drivers, grocery and medical service workers. See their website at www.ctaflcio.org
Salvatore Luciano, President of the CT AFL-CIO spoke on a number of critical topics important to our State and their federation formed by hundreds of local unions regarding the current contract status moving in to FY21, CT's road to re-establishing economic recovery, and their stance on a resolution on Police accountability relative to systemic racism.
CT Valley Views "Zooms" In On Granby's New School Superintendent
During this challenging time for our beloved Granby Town and the world, CT Valley Views wants to continue to bring its viewers informative shows with knowledgeable guests about subjects important to the quality of life and fiscal health of our State. Thus, we are using the Zoom system to interview safely and record for submission to our airing stations.
CT Valley Views, initiated this new approach with guest Dr. Jordan Grossman, new Superintendent of Granby Schools as of January 2020. Dr. Grossman was previously the Assistant Superintendent for Canton Public Schools and expressed his sincere appreciation for the warm welcome extended by Granby's citizens. Despite, the "earthquake" to the normal public school operation this year, the BOE, educational and administrative staff have adjusted successfully to assure a curriculum continuance and provide a constructive budget plan for 2020/21. Follow further information on Granby Public Schools at www.granby.k12.ct.us and follow Dr. Grossman at Drjordangrossman@granbysuper
During this challenging time for our beloved Granby Town and the world, CT Valley Views wants to continue to bring its viewers informative shows with knowledgeable guests about subjects important to the quality of life and fiscal health of our State. Thus, we are using the Zoom system to interview safely and record for submission to our airing stations.
CT Valley Views, initiated this new approach with guest Dr. Jordan Grossman, new Superintendent of Granby Schools as of January 2020. Dr. Grossman was previously the Assistant Superintendent for Canton Public Schools and expressed his sincere appreciation for the warm welcome extended by Granby's citizens. Despite, the "earthquake" to the normal public school operation this year, the BOE, educational and administrative staff have adjusted successfully to assure a curriculum continuance and provide a constructive budget plan for 2020/21. Follow further information on Granby Public Schools at www.granby.k12.ct.us and follow Dr. Grossman at Drjordangrossman@granbysuper
Oz Griebel, Serve America Movement
CT Valley Views had the opportunity to interview Oz Griebel regarding a movement that was initiated on a National basis in 2016 and more recently in 2019 in CT for which he is Chair of SAM (aka Serve America Movement).
Mr. Griebel previously was President and CEO of Metro Hartford Alliance and twice ran for Governor, first as a Republican and then as an Independent with running mate Monty Frank, a former Democrat. His experience in the political and business arenas provide significant knowledge required to lead the SAM mission CT based organization.
SAM's focused objectives are one: open CT's taxpayer funded primaries; two: adopt ranked-choice voting for all elections and three: mandate term limits for all constitutional and legislative offices.
CT Valley Views had the opportunity to interview Oz Griebel regarding a movement that was initiated on a National basis in 2016 and more recently in 2019 in CT for which he is Chair of SAM (aka Serve America Movement).
Mr. Griebel previously was President and CEO of Metro Hartford Alliance and twice ran for Governor, first as a Republican and then as an Independent with running mate Monty Frank, a former Democrat. His experience in the political and business arenas provide significant knowledge required to lead the SAM mission CT based organization.
SAM's focused objectives are one: open CT's taxpayer funded primaries; two: adopt ranked-choice voting for all elections and three: mandate term limits for all constitutional and legislative offices.
Talking Trash with Mike Paine
Along with Governor Lamont's recent Executive Order to have CT be carbon-free by 2040 there are new regulations for recycling and trash for both private and commercial customers. For those who don't adapt, there will be fines for not complying. This will require adjustments both by CT residents and those companies who provide services for private pay, municipal and business clients.
Michael R. Paine, Sr., President of Paine’s Inc. a family owned recycling and rubbish removable service since 1929 based in East Granby, CT was the guest of Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views. Mr. Paine provided the challenges they face when meeting the current expectations of both State standards and citizens' expectations without compromise. Moving forward we can expect that a co$t to all will be involved.
Along with Governor Lamont's recent Executive Order to have CT be carbon-free by 2040 there are new regulations for recycling and trash for both private and commercial customers. For those who don't adapt, there will be fines for not complying. This will require adjustments both by CT residents and those companies who provide services for private pay, municipal and business clients.
Michael R. Paine, Sr., President of Paine’s Inc. a family owned recycling and rubbish removable service since 1929 based in East Granby, CT was the guest of Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views. Mr. Paine provided the challenges they face when meeting the current expectations of both State standards and citizens' expectations without compromise. Moving forward we can expect that a co$t to all will be involved.
CT Public Utility Regulatory Authority 2020
Marissa P. Gillett is Chairman of PURA (Public Utility Regulatory Authority) whose department is statutorily charged with regulating the rates and services of Connecticut's investor owned electricity, natural gas, water and telecommunication companies and is the franchising authority for the state’s cable television companies.
In the industries that are still wholly regulated, PURA balances the public’s right to safe, adequate and reliable utility service at reasonable rates with the provider’s right to a reasonable return on its investment. PURA also keeps watch over competitive utility services to promote equity among the competitors while customers reap the price and quality benefits of competition and are protected from unfair business practices.
Ms. Gillett was newly appointed to her position by Governor Lamont in April 2019 and has been assigned by the Governor's Executive Order strategic objectives amongst which is to make to make CT totally carbon-free by 2040. Additionally, a critical objective to be addressed is to alleviate the issue concerning the State's residents is that CT's ranking is one of the most expensive for energy costs in the lower 48 States. In her interview with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views she outlines her position and tactics by which this challenging goal will be met.
Marissa P. Gillett is Chairman of PURA (Public Utility Regulatory Authority) whose department is statutorily charged with regulating the rates and services of Connecticut's investor owned electricity, natural gas, water and telecommunication companies and is the franchising authority for the state’s cable television companies.
In the industries that are still wholly regulated, PURA balances the public’s right to safe, adequate and reliable utility service at reasonable rates with the provider’s right to a reasonable return on its investment. PURA also keeps watch over competitive utility services to promote equity among the competitors while customers reap the price and quality benefits of competition and are protected from unfair business practices.
Ms. Gillett was newly appointed to her position by Governor Lamont in April 2019 and has been assigned by the Governor's Executive Order strategic objectives amongst which is to make to make CT totally carbon-free by 2040. Additionally, a critical objective to be addressed is to alleviate the issue concerning the State's residents is that CT's ranking is one of the most expensive for energy costs in the lower 48 States. In her interview with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views she outlines her position and tactics by which this challenging goal will be met.
CT CYBER SECURITY AT RISK
We all are aware of the daily issues of playing defense against a barrage of ransomware challenges when it comes to managing the personal and business information on our computers. We need to constantly monitor and update firewalls to protect our private and critical data on the internet or we become victims of nation states and/or mercenaries. In fact, even if you are "held hostage" for a financial ransom and you pay it, these thieves may actually be unable to restore your files to working order.
Now consider that any municipality or the entire State of CT could be be shut down within a few minutes without continuous scanning and use of comprehensive security systems - banks, hospitals and all public utilities would be a jeopardy paralyzing the entire grid. Be sure to watch this enlightening CTVV segment with Host Susan Patricelli Regan and her guest, Arthur House, Former Chief Cyber Security Risk Officer for the State of CT.
We all are aware of the daily issues of playing defense against a barrage of ransomware challenges when it comes to managing the personal and business information on our computers. We need to constantly monitor and update firewalls to protect our private and critical data on the internet or we become victims of nation states and/or mercenaries. In fact, even if you are "held hostage" for a financial ransom and you pay it, these thieves may actually be unable to restore your files to working order.
Now consider that any municipality or the entire State of CT could be be shut down within a few minutes without continuous scanning and use of comprehensive security systems - banks, hospitals and all public utilities would be a jeopardy paralyzing the entire grid. Be sure to watch this enlightening CTVV segment with Host Susan Patricelli Regan and her guest, Arthur House, Former Chief Cyber Security Risk Officer for the State of CT.
Granby, CT Municipal Elections November 5, 2019
CT Valley Views, premier CT public access TV show with Host Susan Patricelli Regan recently interviewed two "unaffiliated" candidates for the Granby, CT Board of Selectman in the November 5 municipal elections: Glenn Ballard, candidate for First Selectman and John Bazyk, candidate for BOS member. As informed taxpayers, the registered voters of Granby have the opportunity to elect the respective incumbent First Selectman, Scott Kuhnly and current board members or have the courage to vote to challenge the historical strategy of managing Granby's future fiscal success. It's your Town and your checkbook and it is your responsibility to vote on November 5th. CTVV wishes to remind Granby citizens that there are the other candidates on Administrative Boards in the Town that will be on the ballot as well that deserve your careful deliberation.
It could be a consideration for future Town Charter amendments to have term limits on various Board memberships in order to provide a wider diversity of Granby residents to volunteer time with their respective skill sets and be engaged Granby's quality of life and economic development.
Please be advised that CT Valley Views publicly extended to all other candidates running for Board of Selectman posts this November but they either declined, neglected to respond or were unable to meet the taping schedule.
CT Valley Views, premier CT public access TV show with Host Susan Patricelli Regan recently interviewed two "unaffiliated" candidates for the Granby, CT Board of Selectman in the November 5 municipal elections: Glenn Ballard, candidate for First Selectman and John Bazyk, candidate for BOS member. As informed taxpayers, the registered voters of Granby have the opportunity to elect the respective incumbent First Selectman, Scott Kuhnly and current board members or have the courage to vote to challenge the historical strategy of managing Granby's future fiscal success. It's your Town and your checkbook and it is your responsibility to vote on November 5th. CTVV wishes to remind Granby citizens that there are the other candidates on Administrative Boards in the Town that will be on the ballot as well that deserve your careful deliberation.
It could be a consideration for future Town Charter amendments to have term limits on various Board memberships in order to provide a wider diversity of Granby residents to volunteer time with their respective skill sets and be engaged Granby's quality of life and economic development.
Please be advised that CT Valley Views publicly extended to all other candidates running for Board of Selectman posts this November but they either declined, neglected to respond or were unable to meet the taping schedule.
Oak Hill -CT’s Largest Private Provider of Services to People with Disabilities
Susan Patricelli Regan spoke with Oak Hill School's Chief Administrator Ana Wittig and Barry M. Simon President and CEO of Oak Hill to ascertain the non-profit organization's objectives and breadth of programs. Oak Hill School is a private state approved special education school creatively meeting the needs of each individual student. They offer a 12-month community-based education program for day and residential students. The program serves students with moderate to severe disabilities from ages 3 to 21.
In addition, Oak Hill provides a full range of services to people with infirmities both mental and physical of all ages, from newborns to seniors and Veterans. Visit oakhillct.org for more information.
Susan Patricelli Regan spoke with Oak Hill School's Chief Administrator Ana Wittig and Barry M. Simon President and CEO of Oak Hill to ascertain the non-profit organization's objectives and breadth of programs. Oak Hill School is a private state approved special education school creatively meeting the needs of each individual student. They offer a 12-month community-based education program for day and residential students. The program serves students with moderate to severe disabilities from ages 3 to 21.
In addition, Oak Hill provides a full range of services to people with infirmities both mental and physical of all ages, from newborns to seniors and Veterans. Visit oakhillct.org for more information.
CCM - CT'S MUNICIPAL SERVICE PROVIDER
Joe DeLong, the Executive Director and CEO of CT Conference of Municipalities speaks with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views regarding the diverse services provided by the organization to the 169 towns and cities of our State. CCM represents the municipalities at the General Assembly before the Executive Branch and Regulatory agencies. In addition, they act in an official capacity in the Courts and Federal venues in conjunction with the National League of Cities and has been doing so for the past 50 years.
Joe DeLong, the Executive Director and CEO of CT Conference of Municipalities speaks with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views regarding the diverse services provided by the organization to the 169 towns and cities of our State. CCM represents the municipalities at the General Assembly before the Executive Branch and Regulatory agencies. In addition, they act in an official capacity in the Courts and Federal venues in conjunction with the National League of Cities and has been doing so for the past 50 years.
Long Term Care an Estate Planning Essential
David Guttchen, Director for the CT Partnership for Long Term Care has been a frequent guest on CT Valley Views with Host, Susan Patricelli Regan due to the importance relevant to quality of life for CT citizens but also germane to protection of an individual's life savings and retirement planning.
Long Term Care is one of CT Valley Views most often watched segments and if you have see the previous interviews, this will be a refresher course but if not, every aging CT resident and close extended family should be educated on this critical element to managing fiscal security should you become incapacitated and require care assisted services.
State Senator John Kissel (R) CT07 Legislative Update
Connecticut is at a crossroads economically. The regular session for the budget is over but there are looming question marks on tolls and bonding which will be debated in a special session after July 1. The budget must be balanced but the Governor is being challenged by the unions involving a $428 million dollar anticipated concession. These and other critical challenges are outlined by John Kissel, a State Senator since 1993 in an interview with CT Valley View's Host, Susan Patricelli Regan.
Connecticut is at a crossroads economically. The regular session for the budget is over but there are looming question marks on tolls and bonding which will be debated in a special session after July 1. The budget must be balanced but the Governor is being challenged by the unions involving a $428 million dollar anticipated concession. These and other critical challenges are outlined by John Kissel, a State Senator since 1993 in an interview with CT Valley View's Host, Susan Patricelli Regan.
Comptroller Kevin Lembo
Connecticut is a State in transition - historic challenges but with a new Governor, new budget and a new way of finding solutions. One constant, however, is Kevin Lembo who has been CT's Comptroller since 2011. He brings a steady hand and consistency during this precarious economic period.
Connecticut is a State in transition - historic challenges but with a new Governor, new budget and a new way of finding solutions. One constant, however, is Kevin Lembo who has been CT's Comptroller since 2011. He brings a steady hand and consistency during this precarious economic period.
Salvatore Luciano, President CT AFL-CIO
CT is facing one of its most challenging fiscal periods in the past decade. The 2.0 Strategy for Fiscal and Economic Growth has provided a comprehensive document outlining key issues and potential solutions. The status of union contracts is a major focus to "balance the books". Susan Patricelli Regan, host of CT Valley Views interviews Salvatore Luciano, President of the CT AFL-CIO in this candid segment to gain insight on his organization's position relative to their discussions with the new administration and Governor Lamont.
CT is facing one of its most challenging fiscal periods in the past decade. The 2.0 Strategy for Fiscal and Economic Growth has provided a comprehensive document outlining key issues and potential solutions. The status of union contracts is a major focus to "balance the books". Susan Patricelli Regan, host of CT Valley Views interviews Salvatore Luciano, President of the CT AFL-CIO in this candid segment to gain insight on his organization's position relative to their discussions with the new administration and Governor Lamont.
Granby's Ct 2.0 Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth Forum
Granby was provided a singular opportunity at the town's Senior Center, co-hosted by First Selectman Scott Kuhnly and Susan Patricelli Regan, to hear an exclusive presentation on the unfiltered status of CT's fiscal status and challenges given by the co-author of document 2.0 Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth manifesto. Mr. Patricelli is the Co-Chairman on the State's Fiscal Stability Commission along with Jim Smith, former President and CEO of Webster Bank. Attendees had the opportunity to query Mr. Patricelli on any facet of the presentation's contents as well as to speak with "Bob" on a one-to-one basis following the close of the event.
Granby was provided a singular opportunity at the town's Senior Center, co-hosted by First Selectman Scott Kuhnly and Susan Patricelli Regan, to hear an exclusive presentation on the unfiltered status of CT's fiscal status and challenges given by the co-author of document 2.0 Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth manifesto. Mr. Patricelli is the Co-Chairman on the State's Fiscal Stability Commission along with Jim Smith, former President and CEO of Webster Bank. Attendees had the opportunity to query Mr. Patricelli on any facet of the presentation's contents as well as to speak with "Bob" on a one-to-one basis following the close of the event.
The Silent Culture of Domestic Violence
What do you do if you have fear that you or your children are or will become in danger of domestic violence? This is not limited to physical, but includes verbal abuse, harassment, and threats of assault directly or to the immediate family, estrangement from friends or family or curtailment of financial support. The silence is leveraged through the predator's emotional control via warnings of imminent harm or even murder.
There is an agency that is only a phone call away. Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views interviewed Karen Jarmoc, President and CEO of the CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence in 2014 and now has revisited Ms. Jarmoc's office to provide the public with updates on technical services, process, counseling and training and 24/7 ability to respond immediately to the caller with protected privacy rights to all solicitations.
What do you do if you have fear that you or your children are or will become in danger of domestic violence? This is not limited to physical, but includes verbal abuse, harassment, and threats of assault directly or to the immediate family, estrangement from friends or family or curtailment of financial support. The silence is leveraged through the predator's emotional control via warnings of imminent harm or even murder.
There is an agency that is only a phone call away. Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views interviewed Karen Jarmoc, President and CEO of the CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence in 2014 and now has revisited Ms. Jarmoc's office to provide the public with updates on technical services, process, counseling and training and 24/7 ability to respond immediately to the caller with protected privacy rights to all solicitations.
Prescription for Your Healthcare Coverage Concerns
One of the least well known agencies in Hartford is the CT Healthcare Advocate. It is headed by Ted Doolittle who is a seasoned government executive, attorney and former Federal prosecutor, including service as the Deputy Director of the Center for Program Integrity at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views, visits with Mr. Doolittle who oversees a devoted team to discuss the process to provide free assistance to Connecticut Healthcare consumers with plan selection, education, enforcement of healthcare rights, and improving healthcare access. Link to the Office of the Healthcare Advocate www.ct.gov/OHA
One of the least well known agencies in Hartford is the CT Healthcare Advocate. It is headed by Ted Doolittle who is a seasoned government executive, attorney and former Federal prosecutor, including service as the Deputy Director of the Center for Program Integrity at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views, visits with Mr. Doolittle who oversees a devoted team to discuss the process to provide free assistance to Connecticut Healthcare consumers with plan selection, education, enforcement of healthcare rights, and improving healthcare access. Link to the Office of the Healthcare Advocate www.ct.gov/OHA
John G. Rowland - Exclusive Interview
John G. Rowland, former Governor of CT, provided an open and inspiring interview with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views. Mr. Rowland, elected at 37 as the 86th Governor of CT in 1995 and youngest to serve in the State's history.
After release from serving a second term in prison related to corruption charges in May, 2018 Mr. Rowland has dedicated his full focus on supporting the rehabilitation of former and current prison inmates via the Prison Fellowship Organization www.prisonfellowship.org In June, 2018 Craig DeRoche, The group's Sr. VP of Advocacy and Public Policy and former speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives recruited Rowland for the position of N.E. Development Director for the organization.
John G. Rowland, former Governor of CT, provided an open and inspiring interview with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views. Mr. Rowland, elected at 37 as the 86th Governor of CT in 1995 and youngest to serve in the State's history.
After release from serving a second term in prison related to corruption charges in May, 2018 Mr. Rowland has dedicated his full focus on supporting the rehabilitation of former and current prison inmates via the Prison Fellowship Organization www.prisonfellowship.org In June, 2018 Craig DeRoche, The group's Sr. VP of Advocacy and Public Policy and former speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives recruited Rowland for the position of N.E. Development Director for the organization.
CT's Mid-Term Election Results with Kevin Rennie
Kevin Rennie, an icon in the political arena of journalism in CT joined Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views in an interview at the CT Historical Society chs.org to provide his comments on the State's recent mid-term elections. Mr. Rennie, a lawyer, former member of CT's House and Senate and a venerable political columnist for the Hartford Courant is, in this segment, candid and enlightening about the candidates, the "Trump Factor" as well as his views of the national government scene.
Kevin Rennie, an icon in the political arena of journalism in CT joined Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views in an interview at the CT Historical Society chs.org to provide his comments on the State's recent mid-term elections. Mr. Rennie, a lawyer, former member of CT's House and Senate and a venerable political columnist for the Hartford Courant is, in this segment, candid and enlightening about the candidates, the "Trump Factor" as well as his views of the national government scene.
Thomas Saadi, Commissioner of CT Department of Veterans Affairs
Despite some of the issues in health care and quality of life issues being experienced by our brave service men and women on a national basis, Commissioner Saadi and the State is setting a high level achievement for employment, medical care and a full compliment of resource options to help our military transition successfully from the battle field to civilian life and the challenges they face in reuniting with their families while dealing with their mental and physical issues and adapting to a world that has changed since they were deployed.
Despite some of the issues in health care and quality of life issues being experienced by our brave service men and women on a national basis, Commissioner Saadi and the State is setting a high level achievement for employment, medical care and a full compliment of resource options to help our military transition successfully from the battle field to civilian life and the challenges they face in reuniting with their families while dealing with their mental and physical issues and adapting to a world that has changed since they were deployed.
Ned Lamont (D) - Candidate for Governor
Ned is a father, husband, teacher and venerable business man whose website reflects his view of what CT needs: "I believe in our State. I want to be the Governor who reminds you why Connecticut will be the place we always call home and a place where our kids can find hope and opportunity".
Ned is a father, husband, teacher and venerable business man whose website reflects his view of what CT needs: "I believe in our State. I want to be the Governor who reminds you why Connecticut will be the place we always call home and a place where our kids can find hope and opportunity".
Oz Griebel/Monte Frank - Independent Candidates for Governor/Lt. Governor
Oz Griebel, former (R) and Monte Frank, former (D) have combined forces as an independent ticket for Governor and Lt. Governor to offer the voters of CT a real alternative to politics as usual. Their "No parties, no politics. Just Solutions." tag line sums up their straightforward approach to solving Connecticut's problems.
Oz Griebel, former (R) and Monte Frank, former (D) have combined forces as an independent ticket for Governor and Lt. Governor to offer the voters of CT a real alternative to politics as usual. Their "No parties, no politics. Just Solutions." tag line sums up their straightforward approach to solving Connecticut's problems.
Mark Greenberg (R) -Candidate for CT Comptroller
Mark Greenberg is a businessman and entrepreneur who is running for Comptroller of CT. He is a pragmatist and independent thinker who has founded two successful companies one of which is one of the largest real estate management firms in CT contributing to CT's economy by developing hundreds of commercial and retail properties. In addition, he and his wife, Linda, founded the Simon Foundation, an animal rescue shelter in Bloomfield, which has helped home more that 4,000 stray dogs and cats to loving homes.
Mark Greenberg is a businessman and entrepreneur who is running for Comptroller of CT. He is a pragmatist and independent thinker who has founded two successful companies one of which is one of the largest real estate management firms in CT contributing to CT's economy by developing hundreds of commercial and retail properties. In addition, he and his wife, Linda, founded the Simon Foundation, an animal rescue shelter in Bloomfield, which has helped home more that 4,000 stray dogs and cats to loving homes.
Long Term Care Insurance – What you need to know
Although we accept car, homeowners, dental and medical coverage insurance as a normal part of life; the average state resident is not aware or does not believe that they need LTC Insurance. What is of greater concern is the fact that CT has the dubious honor of being the second most expensive state for nursing home care at $414/day or over $150,000 per year? This means that when, either in later life or due to an early, unfortunate curtailment of physical independence one has to pay out of pocket to obtain the daily assistance for house cleaning, food preparation, personal hygiene or any combination thereof or the dependence on family members to provide this care.
Whatever health care program is established by our new Washington administration, it will not include this option but you can investigate a personal savings account with your employer.
It is important for you and your family to watch this CT Valley Views show segment with Susan Regan as your host and her guest David Guttchen, Director for CT Partnership for Long Term Care as he explains all risks, benefits and costs involved with this option to retain your dignity and independence should the need arise.
Senator John A. Kissel Speaks To CT's Challenges
Senator Kissel (R) addresses a myriad of accomplishments and challenges effecting CT and its citizens in a recent interview with Susan Patricelli Regan, Host of CT Valley Views. Senator Kissel representing CT's Seventh District for the past thirteen years has had significant experience and fortitude when it comes to speaking on behalf of youth, the elderly, veterans and those who many times whose voice cannot be heard on the public and legislative platform available to the Senator.
VFW - NO SOLDIER LEFT BEHIND
Susan Patricelli-Regan, Host of CT Valley Views, a leading interview program on PATV recently interviewed members of the Metacomet Post 1926 U.S. Veterans of Foreign Wars in Simsbury, CT
This important segment for the general public, all U.S. Veterans and First Responders their message reflects their earnest outreach and community oriented mission. This is not the "old guard" profile of VFW's that tends to persist despite the fact that they exemplify all the attributes of their original intentions to serve and defend America. For those younger veterans and their families they provide a multitude of real life issue assistance, medical resource directives and the companion and comradeship that every veteran relied upon when in service to our country.
This is an informative and enlightening outreach to currently serving military personnel and the friends and families who comprise the citizenry of Veterans and First Responders who wish to improve the quality of life for them that is not only a must see program and more importantly circulate the link within your social, professional and personal email communications.
Tim Herbst (R), Ready to Take On Ct's "Gold-Dome Culture"
Tim Herbst, a lawyer, former First Selectman of Trumbull, CT and Republican Candidate for the CT 2018 gubernatorial race is on a mission to "root out waste, fraud and abuse at every level" of state government.
In an interview on a April 5th CT Valley View show segment with host, Susan Patricelli-Regan, Tim stated that he will follow all CT constitutional election protocol when the primary results are in and will not petition to continue if he does not qualify at the May GOP convention. He has validated his position on supporting whoever is nominated as the Republican challenger in the general election. However, he has made it quite clear, that he will reform standard strategies of governing should he be elected November 6, 2018. His value added commitment to CT is that he will not take a pension should he be the states next governor, just as he did when he served Trumbull.
Herbst was Trumbull's youngest person to be elected as First Selectman at age 29 and only narrowly lost the race for State Treasurer against incumbent Denise Napier in 2014. His success in turning around Trumbull's dire economic status during the recession in 2009 was accomplished through strategic negotiations on both sides of the aisle, reformulation of the town's fiscal process and a clear plan to "establish a municipal plan for the future" rather than the SOP of political rhetoric.
Jonathan Harris (D) Candidate for Governor
Jonathan Harris, a lawyer, former CT State Consumer Protection Commissioner, former Mayor of West Hartford and a Democratic candidate for the 2018 CT Gubernatorial race spoke with Susan Patricelli-Regan, Host of CT Valley Views to outline his view on what CT needs to re-invigorate the State. Mr. Harris', who quotes on his website "I'm the only candidate in this race who is the proven Progressive problem solver. I have proven my ability to deliver on our Progressive values with results" references the much heralded success in being the overseer in establishing Blue Back Square, while the town's mayor. Harris provides a comprehensive overview regarding his campaign platform, strategy to fix and escalate CT's fiscal road to recovery.
Jonathan Harris, a lawyer, former CT State Consumer Protection Commissioner, former Mayor of West Hartford and a Democratic candidate for the 2018 CT Gubernatorial race spoke with Susan Patricelli-Regan, Host of CT Valley Views to outline his view on what CT needs to re-invigorate the State. Mr. Harris', who quotes on his website "I'm the only candidate in this race who is the proven Progressive problem solver. I have proven my ability to deliver on our Progressive values with results" references the much heralded success in being the overseer in establishing Blue Back Square, while the town's mayor. Harris provides a comprehensive overview regarding his campaign platform, strategy to fix and escalate CT's fiscal road to recovery.
Oz Griebel-(I), Candidate for Governor
Oz Griebel, the former CEO and President of the Metro Hartford Alliance is an invigorated Independent candidate for the 2018 CT Gubernatorial race with veteran lawyer, Monte Frank as his Lt. Governor running mate. His familiarity with the capital region's challenges, administration and business community exposure over the years, he believes that he has a clear picture of CT's fiscal needs and asset potential. He is concentrating on reaching the public on a person-to-person basis with a energized signature sign-up objective to meet ballet inclusion requirements.
Oz Griebel, the former CEO and President of the Metro Hartford Alliance is an invigorated Independent candidate for the 2018 CT Gubernatorial race with veteran lawyer, Monte Frank as his Lt. Governor running mate. His familiarity with the capital region's challenges, administration and business community exposure over the years, he believes that he has a clear picture of CT's fiscal needs and asset potential. He is concentrating on reaching the public on a person-to-person basis with a energized signature sign-up objective to meet ballet inclusion requirements.
Toni Boucher (R), Exploratory Candidate for Governor
Toni Boucher has been a member of the CT Senate from the 26th District since January 2009 following six terms in the CT House of Representatives. Senator Boucher is currently in an exploratory campaign run for the 2018 CT Gubernatorial race that is crowded with approximately twelve other candidates on each side of the isle plus one independent who has already chosen a running mate. Of the some two dozen, only five are women.
Among her career achievements as well as her political successes are as a 25 year financial services executive with Fortune 500 companies and leading investment firms, an entrepreneurial small business founder/owner and she co-authored a publication on Ethics and the Non-Profit as well as receiving an MBA from the University of Connecticut.
Toni Boucher has been a member of the CT Senate from the 26th District since January 2009 following six terms in the CT House of Representatives. Senator Boucher is currently in an exploratory campaign run for the 2018 CT Gubernatorial race that is crowded with approximately twelve other candidates on each side of the isle plus one independent who has already chosen a running mate. Of the some two dozen, only five are women.
Among her career achievements as well as her political successes are as a 25 year financial services executive with Fortune 500 companies and leading investment firms, an entrepreneurial small business founder/owner and she co-authored a publication on Ethics and the Non-Profit as well as receiving an MBA from the University of Connecticut.
Guy Smith (D) – Candidate for Governor
Guy Smith, a Greenwich, CT resident has initiated his campaign in a run for the 2018 CT gubernatorial race and his skill set has a deep and broad spectrum. His career path includes senior leadership experience in the corporate arena, highest level federal government positions and global non-profit assignments. He was special advisor to the President during the Bill Clinton administration, Director of CT-based AmeriCares, Executive VP at Phillip Morris and Diageo corporations and most recently advisor to Secretary Hillary Clinton for her 2016 Presidential campaign.
He is driven in rising to any challenge which is reflected in his 2012 published book "If It is Not Impossible, It's Not Interesting" available on-line with Amazon - a great read for both personal and professional aspiration and inspiration.
Guy Smith, a Greenwich, CT resident has initiated his campaign in a run for the 2018 CT gubernatorial race and his skill set has a deep and broad spectrum. His career path includes senior leadership experience in the corporate arena, highest level federal government positions and global non-profit assignments. He was special advisor to the President during the Bill Clinton administration, Director of CT-based AmeriCares, Executive VP at Phillip Morris and Diageo corporations and most recently advisor to Secretary Hillary Clinton for her 2016 Presidential campaign.
He is driven in rising to any challenge which is reflected in his 2012 published book "If It is Not Impossible, It's Not Interesting" available on-line with Amazon - a great read for both personal and professional aspiration and inspiration.
Brad Davis - CT's Diversity Champion of the Underprivileged
When one recalls how long they have been listening to the radio, a first name to come to mind is Brad Davis. Over the years he has been a melange of litigator, cheerleader, liberal, conservative, commentator, entertainer and most definitely a media MC for numerous charities and fundraisers. His humor and selfless support to CT's communities has won him many humanitarian awards.
Steve Obsitnik (R) – Candidate for Governor
Susan Patricelli-Regan, Host of CT Valley Views, has been interviewing a number of the candidates campaigning toward the primary for CT's 2018 gubernatorial race. Her most recent guest is Steve Obsitnik (R), a notable Naval Veteran having received eight medals for distinguished service on the nuclear submarine USS Ray, an entrepreneur and CEO of several successful global technology companies and is an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at Sacred Heart University. His platform focuses on job creation, fiscal sensibility, investment in education and infrastructure as well as improving our state's image and public profile - all summarized by Mr. Obsitnik's statement that he "wants to reinvent CT".
Susan Patricelli-Regan, Host of CT Valley Views, has been interviewing a number of the candidates campaigning toward the primary for CT's 2018 gubernatorial race. Her most recent guest is Steve Obsitnik (R), a notable Naval Veteran having received eight medals for distinguished service on the nuclear submarine USS Ray, an entrepreneur and CEO of several successful global technology companies and is an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at Sacred Heart University. His platform focuses on job creation, fiscal sensibility, investment in education and infrastructure as well as improving our state's image and public profile - all summarized by Mr. Obsitnik's statement that he "wants to reinvent CT".
Sean Connolly Leaves the Helm of CT Veterans Affairs
While veterans on a national basis are still incurring delays and issues in receiving their long overdue benefits and health care coverage, CT's military service men and women are well-served on many fronts. This has been due to the capable leadership of Lieutenant Colonial Sean Connolly who was appointed CT's Commissioner of Veterans by Governor Malloy in March of 2015.
Susan Patricelli-Regan, host of CT Valley Views had first interviewed Mr. Connolly in April 2016 to ascertain the status of the administration's accomplishments which ranged from improvements to the temporary housing, improved and expanded medical care, career training, life counseling and many other services to improve their quality of life and help with the transition from the battlefield to the home front.
As of October 4, 2017 Mr. Connolly relinquished his VA post to file paperwork with the state elections enforcement committee in order to launch a campaign run for Governor in 2018. His objective is to bring a different kind of leadership to CT based on his significant military, business career and legal experience. CT has many economic challenges in order to restore its once vibrant fiscal constitution and Sean Connolly is confident that he is the right man for the battle.
While veterans on a national basis are still incurring delays and issues in receiving their long overdue benefits and health care coverage, CT's military service men and women are well-served on many fronts. This has been due to the capable leadership of Lieutenant Colonial Sean Connolly who was appointed CT's Commissioner of Veterans by Governor Malloy in March of 2015.
Susan Patricelli-Regan, host of CT Valley Views had first interviewed Mr. Connolly in April 2016 to ascertain the status of the administration's accomplishments which ranged from improvements to the temporary housing, improved and expanded medical care, career training, life counseling and many other services to improve their quality of life and help with the transition from the battlefield to the home front.
As of October 4, 2017 Mr. Connolly relinquished his VA post to file paperwork with the state elections enforcement committee in order to launch a campaign run for Governor in 2018. His objective is to bring a different kind of leadership to CT based on his significant military, business career and legal experience. CT has many economic challenges in order to restore its once vibrant fiscal constitution and Sean Connolly is confident that he is the right man for the battle.
Oz Griebel - 16 Years of Meritorious Leadership in Hartford
Oz Griebel has overseen, as President and CEO of the Metro Hartford Alliance since 2001 at its inception. A well respected and strong advocate for the region's ability to see the our capital's Chamber of Commerce through both profitable and challenging times speaks with Susan Regan, Host of CT Valley Views about the Alliance's accomplishments and objectives. He provides his views on its future with a new CEO in January as he has announced that he will be stepping down from the helm at the end of this calendar year to pursue other leadership opportunities including a potential run for Governor in 2018. Politically speaking, it isn't surprising that Mr. Griebel being a commerce leader of a business coalition in the "year of the business man" is contemplating a second gubernatorial race
Oz Griebel has overseen, as President and CEO of the Metro Hartford Alliance since 2001 at its inception. A well respected and strong advocate for the region's ability to see the our capital's Chamber of Commerce through both profitable and challenging times speaks with Susan Regan, Host of CT Valley Views about the Alliance's accomplishments and objectives. He provides his views on its future with a new CEO in January as he has announced that he will be stepping down from the helm at the end of this calendar year to pursue other leadership opportunities including a potential run for Governor in 2018. Politically speaking, it isn't surprising that Mr. Griebel being a commerce leader of a business coalition in the "year of the business man" is contemplating a second gubernatorial race
George Jepsen, CT Attorney General
Although we in CT may not be as satisfied with our current economy, job opportunities and the state of our state; we can take note of the many accomplishments of our Attorney General, George Jepsen and his fine and extremely dedicated department. In fact, one of the attributes of AG Jepsen is his acknowledgment of how key teamwork, bi-partisanship and work ethic are important dynamics to the success of meeting any administration's objectives. This personal and professional demeanor has won him respect on both sides of the isle and speaks well to the culture of his employees.
Susan Regan, Host of CT Valley Views was recently able to meet once again with Mr. Jepsen to bring the show's viewers up to date on CT's recent challenges on a number of proposed business mergers, fair trade practices and judicial cases that came under the jurisdiction of his Department.
Although we in CT may not be as satisfied with our current economy, job opportunities and the state of our state; we can take note of the many accomplishments of our Attorney General, George Jepsen and his fine and extremely dedicated department. In fact, one of the attributes of AG Jepsen is his acknowledgment of how key teamwork, bi-partisanship and work ethic are important dynamics to the success of meeting any administration's objectives. This personal and professional demeanor has won him respect on both sides of the isle and speaks well to the culture of his employees.
Susan Regan, Host of CT Valley Views was recently able to meet once again with Mr. Jepsen to bring the show's viewers up to date on CT's recent challenges on a number of proposed business mergers, fair trade practices and judicial cases that came under the jurisdiction of his Department.
