Category: Civic Engagement
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Tajari Duarte Announces Meet and Greet Event Ahead of 2027 Waterbury Mayoral Campaign
Waterbury mayoral candidate Tajari Duarte will host a free community meet and greet August 1, giving residents a chance to learn more about his campaign.
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What Does It Mean When a Candidate Endorses Another Candidate?
Ryan Fazio’s endorsement of Chris Shea raises a broader question about political endorsements in active campaigns. What do endorsements actually mean, and how should voters interpret them in Connecticut elections?
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NEST to Host Tree Plantathon at Brass City Harvest in Waterbury
NEST will host a Tree Plantathon at Brass City Harvest on June 12, inviting volunteers to help plant trees and expand Waterbury’s urban tree canopy.
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Southern Tree Kicks Off Summer with Food, Unity and Purpose in Waterbury
Southern Tree Community Unity Meal Happening Today in Waterbury: Free Food, Local Vendors and Community Connections
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Waterbury Police Department Hosting Community Pop-Up at Brass City Harvest
The Waterbury Police Department will host a community outreach pop-up event May 28 at Brass City Harvest, connecting residents with officers, local organizations, and community resources in Waterbury.
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When Development Deals Go Bad: What Risk Do Banks Face For Backing Troubled Real Estate Projects?
As concerns grow around troubled redevelopment projects in Connecticut, questions are emerging about the banks and financial institutions funding aggressive real estate expansion. The Waterbury Times examines the financial, legal, and reputational risks lenders face when development deals go bad.
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Mariolis Family Declines to Answer Questions on Waterbury Downtown Tenant Complaints, Ownership Structure; M4 Investments Under Scrutiny
The Waterbury Times sought answers from the Mariolis development network regarding downtown tenant complaints, reported water and heating issues, and the ownership structure behind multiple redevelopment properties. After outreach to Kirk Mariolis, no substantive response or media representative was provided, as public scrutiny surrounding downtown redevelopment transparency continues to grow.
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Hicksville-Based LLC Tied to Waterbury Exchange Courtyard Deal Raises Transparency Questions; Who Own Our City?
Hicksville-based ODA LLC and its four listed members appear in Connecticut filings tied to the Exchange Courtyard redevelopment in Waterbury. The timing of the LLC’s formation—days after early municipal action and before public hearings concluded—places renewed focus on how investor entities are structured during city-led property sales. Public records confirm the LLC’s role in the…
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Calls Grow for Greater Oversight of Downtown Development Projects Tied to M4 Investments
Questions are mounting in Waterbury over downtown redevelopment projects tied to M4 Investments and related LLCs, as residents call for greater oversight, transparency, and review of permits, inspections, and long-term planning.
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Waterbury Holds Memorial Ceremony Honoring Fallen Police Officers and Firefighters
The City of Waterbury will hold its annual memorial ceremony on May 11, 2026, honoring fallen police officers and firefighters at City Hall.
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