Izabela Bonzanini

Governor Lamont Increases Funding for Housing Assistance Programs, Extends Eviction Moratorium To October 1

Izabela Bonzanini News 16 Sep, 2020

Governor Ned Lamont announced that he is doubling funding for the previously announced rental assistance program for Connecticut residents impacted by COVID-19 from $10 million to $20 million. That program, which is funded by the Coronavirus Relief Fund managed by the Office of Policy and Management, provides payments to landlords on behalf of approved tenant applicants, is administered by the Connecticut Department of Housing in partnership with the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) and 11 housing counseling agencies across the state.

USCIS Implements DHS Guidance on DACA

Izabela Bonzanini 14 Sep, 2020

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services provided guidance on how it will implement Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf’s July 28 memorandum regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy.

Danbury Area Grocery Delivery Program Helps Older Adults Stay Safe During the Pandemic

Izabela Bonzanini 09 Sep, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges in our society and in our community. One of the biggest concerns for older adults over the past several months has been staying safe and social distancing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and CT’s Department of Public Health recommend those over 60 or those with underlying chronic conditions stay home. These safety precautions are also what makes getting groceries and access to food and essentials even more difficult for older residents.

Protecting Danbury's Children and Families: What Does Distance Learning Mean for Your Family?

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family 07 Sep, 2020

Last week, Danbury Public Schools made the decision to move to the full-distance learning model (in home) instead of in-school learning due to the upward trend of positive COVID-19 cases. The decision was made over time in consultation with DPS Health/Nursing services, the City’s Health Director, Dr. Fong, the district medical doctor and Danbury Hospital doctors. We have heard from many families who don’t agree with this decision and understand the hardship this change represents for families.

Gov. Lamont Extends Connecticut’s State of Emergency to February 9

Izabela Bonzanini News - Health 05 Sep, 2020

Governor Ned Lamont announced that he has signed orders extending to February 9, 2021, Connecticut’s states of civil preparedness and public health emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

DPH Issues COVID-19 Alert to Danbury After Significant Spike in New Cases

Izabela Bonzanini 04 Sep, 2020

On August 22, the Connecticut Department of Public Health issued a COVID-19 alert for Danbury after a significant increase in cases in the last two weeks, with much of the outbreak related to recent domestic and international travel. Connecticut is requiring anyone traveling to the state from many other US states to self-quarantine for 14 days upon arrival.

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