Town Manager's Report - February 7, 2022
COVID-19 Vaccination Data and Clinics
Per data published by the CT Department of Public Health on February 3rd, 77.33% of our total population has been fully vaccinated, while the state-wide rate is 73.04%. Our rate is up from 74.29% on January 12th. Of children between 5 and 11 years of age, 40.77% of that group has received at least one dose and 30.96% has been fully vaccinated. 80.22% of town residents, 5 years old and above, have been fully vaccinated.
The following are upcoming vaccination clinics:
For first and second shots for children ages 5-11 and other persons 12 and older:
- Saturday, February 12, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. at 330 Windsor Avenue, Windsor. No appointment is needed.
- Wednesday, March 2, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at 599 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor. No appointment is needed.
- Wednesday, March 23, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at 599 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor. No appointment is needed.
Moderna initial and booster shot clinic for ages 18 and older:
- Tuesday, February 8, 2022 from 10:00 p.m. – 12:00 p.m. at 330 Windsor Avenue, Windsor. No appointment is needed.
Residents are encouraged to get vaccinated and/or to get a booster shot as well as to continue to take appropriate precautions including wearing a mask while indoors, social distancing and frequent hand washing. For more information, call the Health Department at 860-285-1823.
Town Clerk’s Office Annual Marriage License Tradition Continues
The Windsor Town Clerk’s office is offering free marriage licenses on Monday, February 14th in honor of Valentine’s Day for any couple wanting to get married in Windsor within the next 65 days. This is an annual tradition, which began in 1962 by Town Clerk, George Tudan. To obtain a free marriage license, couples are required to make an appointment with the Town Clerk’s office. Both parties must be present for the appointment and need to bring a photo identification. In addition, each couple will be eligible to win a beautiful gift basket filled with assorted gift items, which have been donated by our generous local Windsor merchants.
For those who wish to marry on Valentine’s Day, a Justice of the Peace will be available all day; however, prior arrangements must be made with the Justice of the Peace. For details, call the Town Clerk’s office at 860-285-1902 or visit the Town of Windsor’s website at www.townofwindsorct.com
Snow Removal Reminders
Please remember to clear snow from around fire hydrants near your property as well as to clean sidewalks that abut your property. Please do not push or blow snow into the public right-of-way as it may create hazardous conditions.
Tax Relief for Senior Citizens
Applications for Elderly Homeowners tax relief are being taken in the Assessor’s office and will be accepted until May 15, 2022. To be eligible for this program, you must be at least 65 years of age by December 31, 2021 or totally disabled per the Social Security regulations. You must also own and occupy your home and meet income requirements.
In addition to the state program, the town also offers a local program. All taxpayers that qualify for the state program will automatically qualify for the local program. However, if you do not qualify for the state program, you could still possibly qualify for the local program. The income limit is $52,400 per household. For more information please contact the Assessor’s office at 860-285-1817.
American Rescue Fund Branding
Enita Jubrey and Patrick Silver from the Information Services division developed a branding and community awareness program related to the American Rescue Funds. The goal of the program is to ensure Windsor residents are aware of the projects, programs and services funded through the American Rescue Funds. Intended outcomes include helping the community celebrate the opportunity to utilize $8.5 million to improve our community over the next several years; create a branding initiative to use with all American Rescue funded activities including print, web and social media; and to provide town departments with a tool kit that includes graphics, recommended text, and implementation instructions. To view the presentation, please click the following link: https://townofwindsorct.com/app/uploads/2022/02/ARF-Presentation_FINAL.pdf