Judge Dismisses New Haven Alders' Frank Ricci Pension Lawsuit
Judge Jon Blue dismissed the New Haven Board of Alders' six-year lawsuit against Mayor Elicker over Frank Ricci's pension, ruling the case cannot proceed without Ricci as a defendant.
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New Haven Snow Clearing Costs Top Budget by $1.2M After Blizzard Calvin
New Haven is $1.2M over its snow budget after Blizzard Calvin. Contractor failures and 780 of 900 bus stops uncleared exposed at a Board of Alders debrief.
New Haven Public Schools Budget Hearing Highlights $18.9 Million Deficit
New Haven Public Schools faces an $18.9M deficit for FY2027. The Board of Alders heard Mayor Elicker's $733M city budget proposal March 9, which adds $5M for schools.
New Haven Alders to Consider Cannabis Licensing, Zoning at March 10 Meeting
New Haven alders meet March 10 on cannabis licensing rules and rezoning at Quinnipiac Ave. and Tower Lane. Meeting is at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
New Haven Government Roundup: Alders Approve Parking Zone, Tax Relief, and Parks Grant
New Haven's Board of Alders met March 4, 2026, approving tax relief for four residents and appointing Peace Commission members. The City Services Committee meets tonight, March 5, to consider a new parking zone on Minor Street, Tower Lane easement releases, and a parks grant for Beaver Ponds improvements.
New Haven Board of Alders Transfers Nine City Properties to Land Bank at $1 Each
New Haven alders transferred 9 city lots to the Land Bank at $1 each. Four more lots went to NHS, which plans three two-family homes for first-time buyers.
New Haven Zoning, Permit, and Development Updates: What Residents Need to Know
New Haven is reviewing multiple zoning changes, including transit-oriented development and industrial-to-residential conversions. The Board of Alders has also called for public hearings on park decisions and statue removal. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and participate in upcoming discussions.
New Haven Government Meeting Roundup: Week of February 16–22, 2026
New Haven’s Board of Alders advanced major housing and transit initiatives during the week of February 16–22, 2026, including a $26 million HUD grant application for Union Square. The Board also approved street designations and closures for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade and adopted key leadership resolutions.
New Haven Community Events: Government Meetings This Week
New Haven residents can engage with local government this week through several upcoming committee meetings. The Community Development Committee meets on February 18, followed by the Joint Legislation/Tax Abatement and Legislation Committees on February 24. All meetings are open to the public and available via livestream on the Board of Alders YouTube channel.