Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00576

Introduced
1/24/13  

Caption

An Act Concerning Renewal Of Temporary Notes By The Town Of Seymour.

Impact

This bill is significant as it potentially alters the financial landscape for municipal debt management in Seymour. By extending the term for which the town can keep its temporary notes, the legislation grants the town greater flexibility in handling its financial obligations. Such measures are particularly important for municipalities that may experience fluctuating revenues or unexpected expenditures, allowing them to stabilize their finances without disrupting services or operations significantly.

Summary

SB00576 is an act proposed to assist the town of Seymour by allowing it to renew specific temporary notes for an additional one-year period. The bill aims to address financial challenges faced by the town, providing it with an opportunity to extend the duration of temporary financing it has previously secured. This enables Seymour to manage its debts more effectively without the immediate pressure of repayment or seeking new financing options within that timeframe.

Contention

While the bill received support for its immediate financial relief benefits, it may generate some debates regarding long-term fiscal responsibility and the accumulation of debt. Critics may argue that continuously renewing temporary notes without addressing the underlying financial issues could lead to chronic fiscal imbalance. However, supporters would emphasize that the bill is a necessary tool in the context of current economic conditions, allowing the town to strategically manage fluctuating finances while aiming for stability.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00006

An Act Concerning Housing.

CT HB05361

An Act Concerning The Siting Of Renewable Energy Sources In The State.

CT SB00090

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Purchase Of Security Cameras By The Town Of Montville.

CT HB05524

An Act Authorizing And Adjusting Bonds Of The State And Concerning Provisions Related To State And Municipal Tax Administration, General Government And School Building Projects.

CT SB00001

An Act Concerning The Health And Safety Of Connecticut Residents.

CT SB00005

An Act Concerning School Resources.

CT HB05232

An Act Concerning Solar Projects Throughout The State.

CT SB00096

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Purchase Of A Rescue Engine By The Town Of Franklin.

CT SB00027

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For The Development Of Affordable Housing In Certain Towns.

CT HB05356

An Act Concerning Modifications To The Renewable Portfolio Standard.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.