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League of Women Voters Describes Legislative Coffee with Darien’s State Lawmakers

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The Darien League of Women Voters recently hosted a “legislative coffee” with state senators and representatives who represent the town. The organization provided this summary of what the lawmakers talked about:

The Darien League of Women Voters held its annual legislative coffee with state legislators on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at the home of Joyce and Mike Critelli. All members of the delegation representing Darien were present including: Sen. and Majority Leader Bob Duff; Sen. and Deputy President Pro Tempore Carlo Leone; state Rep. William Tong and Rep. Terrie Wood. The legislators fielded many questions and comments raised by the audience of over 30 members and guests.

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Wood: You Can Testify or Submit Testimony to Legislature’s Committees in Hartford on These Issues

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State Rep. Terrie Wood, who represents Darien and Rowayton residents in the 141st District, has announced to her constituents that public hearings will be taking place soon on “issues of critical importance in Hartford next week.  You can get your testimony in and possibly influence how the Legislature will (or won’t) act. “Part of our democratic process is to offer the opportunity to be heard on issues that impact our community and our state,” Wood said in the announcement. “Interested in testifying or submitting testimony?  I’d be happy to assist you in drafting and submitting testimony on the legislation being considered by the General Assembly this session.” Here’s Wood’s description of the public hearings:
Prevailing Wage Thresholds and ​Collective Bargaining Issues
Labor & Public Employees Committee:

Tuesday, Feb.