Elderly and Disabled Benefits Available

The Assessor’s Office would like to remind elderly and disabled homeowners that the filing period for the state and local benefit program will end on Friday, May 13. Any current recipient of the benefit who has
received a letter from the Assessor’s office must reapply no later than
May 13 in order to continue to receive the benefit. New applicants must also file an application by that date. This year’s maximum income allowed is $38,100 if single and $46,400 if married. Proof of income for 2021 is needed.

Voter Registry Privacy Program

Connecticut’s Voter Registry Privacy Program (VRPP) went into effect last year. It works to protect individuals and families who fear for their life or safety by restricting the disclosure of their information from the State’s Voter Registry. It may be used by any individual who swears under penalty of perjury that disclosure of their information on the official voter registry list endangers their safety and/or their family. This program only limits the disclosure of information from the official voter registry of Connecticut. It does not limit disclosure of any other information such as DMV, marriage records, birth records, etc.

Drivers Beware

As the weather becomes nicer and more of us move outside to enjoy it, children on bicycles are one of the hazards drivers need to be aware of. According to Stanford Children’s Health website about 100 children are killed and 54,000 are injured each year as a result of bicycle related accidents. It’s imperative that automobile drivers are aware of children, especially in low traffic areas like housing developments, but also that the children themselves are observing safe riding practices.

Senior Center & Mini Bus News

An itchy nose, watery eyes, painful congestion, and intense sneezing can all be signs you have a seasonal allergy. These symptoms might be caused by flowering trees or pollen-filled flowers. Allergies can be uncomfortable for people of all ages but can be managed with a little help. What Triggers Allergies?The first step in managing allergies is to identify the triggers. Here are a few of the most common spring and summer allergy triggers:

Outdoor elements: Pollen, mold, grass, or dust are often the culprits, and they can be tough to avoid.