Protect Our Community: Fund Emergency Housing & Fully Support Our Schools

New Britain Common Council

  1. Allocate funds for emergency shelter or rental assistance in case of fire or inclement weather

    • This demand calls for the city to set aside funding to support individuals and families who face sudden housing crises due to emergencies such as house fires, extreme weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances.

    • This would also support guaranteed shelter funding for individuals during inclement weather, regardless of whether the governor has a protocol in place. Many emergency shelter programs currently depend on state-level protocols, leaving unhoused individuals vulnerable when these are not activated. A dedicated local fund would ensure immediate protection for those in need, independent of state decisions.

    • This could include partnerships with local shelters, hotel vouchers, short-term rental subsidies, or direct financial aid.

  2. Fund the Board of Education’s full request for city public schools

    • This demand urges the city to meet the complete budget request made by the local Board of Education to ensure public schools receive necessary funding.

    • It responds to chronic underfunding, which can lead to larger class sizes, outdated materials, staff shortages, and inadequate student support services.

    • Full funding would help maintain or improve special education services, extracurricular programs, and other essential resources that contribute to a quality education for students.

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Jose A. Martin
New Britain, Connecticut

To: New Britain Common Council
From: [Your Name]

Take Action for Our Community!

New Britain residents deserve safe housing and strong schools, but right now, critical needs are being underfunded and overlooked.

We’re calling on the city to:

-Allocate emergency shelter and rental assistance funds for people displaced by fires, extreme weather, or unforeseen crises—without waiting for state protocols to kick in.
-Fully fund our public schools so students have access to quality education, smaller class sizes, special education services, and extracurricular programs.
-No family should be left out in the cold. No student should suffer because of budget shortfalls. Sign the petition today to demand that our city leaders prioritize housing security and education.

Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more just New Britain.