Disasters Don’t Plan Ahead: You Can
September is National Preparedness month, recognizing that adequate preparation makes a big difference in an emergency situation. This year’s... Read more »
Join Me for the Mayor’s Cleanup As We Beautify East Hartford
As summer grows old and autumn is on the horizon, I am happy to once again announce the Mayor’s Cleanup Day, an annual tradition that brings the... Read more »
UTRC and Pratt & Whitney are the Fabric of East Hartford's Future
Last month, I attended the opening of the new and expanded $60 million state-of-the art innovation hub, United Technologies Research Center (UTRC). ... Read more »
East Hartford Companies at the Forefront of Innovation
One of the most important duties of being Mayor is taking the time to meet with the many innovative and cutting – edge businesses who are not only... Read more »
Visiting Vibrant East Hartford Businesses
East Hartford has a vibrant, and and diverse business community. We are welcoming new and expanding businesses to our community and celebrating... Read more »
Congressman Larson Shares I-84 Interchange Proposal
Two weeks ago Representative John Larson shared with the East Hartford Town Council and our community his vision for a new interchange that would... Read more »
Have a Happy and Safe Independence Day
Every July 4th I like to take a moment to reflect on the birth of our country, the values we cherish, and the common history that binds our community... Read more »
Wishing the Best to All East Hartford Graduates
Each year as spring turns to summer; East Hartford students of all ages are graduating from high schools and colleges and starting new adventures.
Take Advantage of Outdoor Opportunities & Events This Summer
While we’ve had a series of cold and rainy days lately, summer is just around the corner, and I wanted to share some information about amenities and... Read more »
Please Help Us Keep East Hartford's Mosquito Population Under Control
Each year, around mid-spring, the Town of East Hartford, as well as every town and city across the country, will see the mosquito population hatch.... Read more »
McKenna Field Press Box to be Restored
On November 20, 2016, unknown persons set fire to the press box at McKenna Field. The press box was completely burned, and a portion of the backstop... Read more »
Celebrating our Heritage on St. Patrick’s Day
One of the things I love about East Hartford is the great diversity of national backgrounds that our residents bring to this community. Special... Read more »
FY 18 Budget Prioritizes Stability and Services
Next week I will be presenting my proposed budget for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2017 to the Town Council for consideration. This proposal... Read more »
East Hartford is a Community of Respect and Tolerance
We are all immigrants. Our great Town was founded by settler colonists who came to Connecticut from England.
Winter Weather Reminders
Winter is in full swing and even though we have had a stretch of warm days these past few weeks we anticipate that it will get cold and snow once... Read more »
Pursue Your Dreams and Serve Others on MLK Day
Almost 54 years ago, Martin Luther King, Jr. stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and shared a simple dream with the world, a dream of a world... Read more »
New Year’s Message from Mayor Leclerc
Happy New Year!2016 has been another great year for East Hartford.
Holiday Greetings from Mayor Leclerc
Dear friends: Happy Holidays!This time of year we turn our attention to the celebrations of the season. This time always brings mixed emotions as we... Read more »
Enjoy Holiday Fest This Year
Holiday Fest is upon us! Starting this Friday, we will have four days of events celebrating the season and our community. I urge you to join me on... Read more »
Happy Thanksgiving to All in East Hartford
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I love the coming together; friends and family sharing a meal and collectively reflecting on everything we have... Read more »