City of Groton Democrats

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

🚨 $3.5 million for the Griswold Fishing Pier! 🎣

I’m proud to share that the State Bond Commission approved funding to demolish and rebuild the Fishing Pier on Shore Avenue in the City of Groton.

We had a choice between watching this public asset disappear or finding a way to rebuild it. We chose to rebuild.

You shouldn’t have to own waterfront property or a boat to have a meaningful connection to the water. This investment will restore an important place for public fishing and outdoor recreation on the lower Thames River — and give us an opportunity to think bigger about what comes next.

As the City moves into the next phase, I want residents and neighbors at the table as we explore improved accessibility, greater public access, coastal resilience, habitat enhancement and opportunities to help people learn about the Thames River and Long Island Sound ecosystem.

I’m grateful for the close coordination with Mayor Jill Rusk and Rep. Dan Gaiewski throughout this process, and deeply thankful to Governor Ned Lamont, Speaker Matt Ritter, the State Bond Commission and everyone who helped move this project forward.

This is $3.5 million coming home to Groton — and an opportunity to build something that will serve our community for generations.

09/10/2026

Thank you Mayor Jill Rusk, State Representative Aundré Bumgardner and State Representative Dan Gaiewski for securing $3.5 million for the City of Groton.

08/12/2026

The team is set. Let's go win this thing.

08/11/2026

It's Primary Election Day in Connecticut! But only registered voters enrolled in a party holding a primary in their town can cast a ballot. Check your status here: https://portaldir.ct.gov/sots/lookup.aspx If you're eligible, head to your local polling place and make your voice heard. Polls are open 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. Your community, your choice, your vote! Not sure of your polling place? Find it here: https://ow.ly/Z8Q450WKSYa

08/11/2026

It’s Primary Day! Joe de la Cruz for State Senate, State Representative Aundré Bumgardner, Groton Town Mayor Juliette Parker, Mayor Roberto Alves, Groton City Mayor Jill Rusk and Representative Dan Gaiewski were up early greeting voters at the City of Groton Municipal Building.

08/11/2026

Tuesday is Primary Election Day! If you did not vote early, polling locations are open 6am-8pm! More information can be found here: https://www.cityofgroton.com/494/Elections

08/11/2026

Tuesday is Primary Election Day!

The primary Election Day is tomorrow! You can still register to vote and affiliate with a party in-person at your registrar or town clerk’s office. If you have any questions AT ALL about voting, visit the Secretary of the State’s website: portal.ct.gov/sots