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Waterbury Property Tax Levy Limit Referendum and Household Budget Pressures

The proposed cap on annual increases to the municipal portion of property taxes would apply directly to the bills sent to Waterbury homeowners and renters through their landlords.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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Waterbury's 2026 Property Revaluation Program Sets Timeline for Updated Tax Bills

Homeowners across the city will receive new assessments in their 2027 tax statements, with preliminary notices mailed this fall.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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Waterbury FY2027 Budget Sets Property Tax Mill Rate at 42.8 to Fund Community Services

Waterbury property owners will pay an average of $78 more per year under the new rate, with proceeds directed to local social service programs that serve 8,400 residents annually.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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Waterbury Caps Water, Sewer, Permit Fees for 2027

The revised schedule limits increases in water, sewer and permit fees paid by Waterbury households starting January 1.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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State Redirects Community Services Funding to Waterbury Programs

The legislation changes how state dollars reach Waterbury residents through city-run social service offices and partner agencies.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 2 min read

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Waterbury Council Approves $4.8M Road Budget, Raises Homeowner Costs

The 8-5 vote reallocates funds to street repairs and public works while trimming recreation spending, directly shaping tax bills and service access for Waterbury households.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 2 min read

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New Connecticut Laws Transform Waterbury Schools, Healthcare, Households This Year

A raft of new state laws will begin to impact Waterbury’s schools, healthcare providers and households over the next year, with major changes arriving on different deadlines.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 4 min read

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Waterbury Residents Demand Action on Economy, Safety, Housing Before Election

Community leaders and local groups point to economic development, public safety, and housing as key issues for voters as the 2026 mayoral election picks up pace in Waterbury.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 3 min read

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Waterbury Raises Property Tax Rate to 42.5 Mills Starting October

The approved municipal budget raises the property tax rate by 1.8 mills, with Waterbury homeowners seeing adjusted quarterly payments begin in the fall billing cycle.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 2 min read

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Waterbury Changes Candidate Forum Rules Before 2026 Municipal Elections

New filing deadlines set by the Waterbury Board of Elections will determine which candidates appear in official voter guides distributed to the city's 15 districts before the November 3 municipal vote.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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Waterbury Council Approves $X Million Infrastructure Package for Roads, Jobs, Services

A set of votes at Wednesday's council session will direct new spending toward road repairs, municipal hiring and expanded social services for Waterbury residents over the next 18 months.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 3 min read

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Waterbury's Three Ballot Measures: How They'll Change Your Taxes and Schools

Three measures on the November ballot will reshape how Waterbury funds its schools, taxes its property owners, and governs its parks, here is what each one actually does to residents' lives.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 4 min read

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Waterbury Plans Major Road Repairs, Transit Overhaul Starting July 2026

Key road repairs, new bus routes and fee changes will start rolling out in stages from July through December, affecting daily commutes and services for thousands in Waterbury.

By Waterbury Policy Desk · July 20, 2026 · 3 min read