[howdydoody342]

Originally Posted by Raider111

Don't bother, they have an answer and counter for everything.

so does Jay

[howdydoody342]

Originally Posted by Raider111

Don't bother, they have an answer and counter for everything.

There are 2 sides to every argument, this board would be a boring place if everyone just sided with each other.

[Lalalally]

I don't hate on CT at all. I love my town, area, etc. and want it to do well. as an outsider though who didn't live here for her entire life, but moved here eagerly as a young adult, I can see it slipping -- and slipping by a lot. The place I moved to was a very optimistic one, relatively affordable (the area I am in at least) and economically fair to the majority of people. It was a very refreshing place to be compared to NY at that time. Now I feel like we're constantly being nickled and dimed on a daily basis, economic outlook is bleak, and it seems many of us are a lot less well off than we used to be. There also seems to be this constant malaise, coupled with a nagging hope that any day things will turn around and get better, but they just don't. Maybe more than anything we need a psychological boost -- who knows. I really wish the Republicans put forward a better candidate this past election. Someone dynamic who could have excited the base and also could have won over those from the other side. But instead we're stuck with the biggest of drips who continues to sit in the Hartford mansion. I was really hoping for new energy new direction if for no other reason than to just lift spirits

[nep321]

I actually seriously believe that the single reason why CT isn't advancing forward is because of the severe NIMBY and anti-development attitude among the provincial natives. Many other out-of-staters have observed this as well. How on earth can we grow and sustain an economy if we're opposed to new infrastructure, new development, etc.? It would help provide more reasonably priced housing, more jobs, attract more young people. It's a no brainer if you ask me. We can do it smartly, if we do more infill development and a few other infrastructure improvements here and there.

I don't know a single state in this nation that's headed in a positive direction coupled with an anti-development attitude. That will be CT's single biggest downfall for years to come. Cutting business taxes isn't likely to help either. There are many states with low taxes and poor business climates, such as Kansas.

[Henry10]

Originally Posted by Mr_250

I'm sorry, but CT is not doing well. Does it have the traits to do amazing....heck yes,

I disagree, the traits, such as unfriendliness to small business, regulation, high taxation, political corruption, Governance malfeasance, as we have evidenced in this thread ad nauseam, are not good traits. CT is living off the past investments, and its trajectory is negative.

As money gets tighter, and state running into structural deficits, investments in infrastructure are becoming more of a pipe-dream.

State's economy is getting more and more into a chokehold.

Originally Posted by Mr_250

Until someone finds that something CT will be in this cycle of stagnant to negative growth.

The answer is simple. Capitalism, enterprising, business startups, expansion, money-making. These will produce the income for the state to invest in infrastructure, which will attract more Capitalism.

Will this happen? Of course not until we get fed up with the psychotic addiction to Socialism and "welfare."

Originally Posted by nep321

I actually seriously believe that the single reason why CT isn't advancing forward is because of the severe NIMBY and anti-development attitude among the provincial natives. Many other out-of-staters have observed this as well. How on earth can we grow and sustain an economy if we're opposed to new infrastructure, new development, etc.? It would help provide more reasonably priced housing, more jobs, attract more young people. It's a no brainer if you ask me. We can do it smartly, if we do more infill development and a few other infrastructure improvements here and there.

Is really Nep writing this?

[Henry10]

CT losing population is not particularly a bad thing. At least, less drivers on the roads.

[Wilton2ParkAve]

Originally Posted by nep321

I actually seriously believe that the single reason why CT isn't advancing forward is because of the severe NIMBY and anti-development attitude among the provincial natives. Many other out-of-staters have observed this as well. How on earth can we grow and sustain an economy if we're opposed to new infrastructure, new development, etc.? It would help provide more reasonably priced housing, more jobs, attract more young people. It's a no brainer if you ask me. We can do it smartly, if we do more infill development and a few other infrastructure improvements here and there.

I don't know a single state in this nation that's headed in a positive direction coupled with an anti-development attitude. That will be CT's single biggest downfall for years to come. Cutting business taxes isn't likely to help either. There are many states with low taxes and poor business climates, such as Kansas.

While an articulate post I don't truly believe it to be genuine. There are a myriad of prior posts that speak of your preference for less density, and strong anti urban (particularly NYC) sentiment. Let's keep the urbanist creep on the NY side of the border. A simple taxi ride from World Financial Center back to Park Ave this evening have helped me appreciate the real essence of CT. The focus should be on job creation and spending stewardship. If we end up creating excessive jobs and an hyper growth economy then we can focus on development.

[BPt111]

Advocates, Lobbyists Fear Cuts In Malloy Budget - Hartford Courant

What you think of these quotes ?

"Connecticut's economy is stuck in a slow-growth pattern, and state revenues have not been as robust as expected. State officials were caught off guard by the quick drop in gasoline prices – leading to millions less in revenue than expected. Malloy challenged reporters recently regarding the precipitous drop in oil prices and how it was largely unexpected on Wall Street and Main Street."


Will there be any tax increases?
"Well, that remains to be seen,'' Looney said. "We'll have to see exactly what's proposed to be cut first. I think the governor will not propose any new revenues in his budget. Obviously, I think that is something that became clear from the last campaign. … Then we get into the discussion about what is an optional state service or program and what is an essential state service or program.


"Connecticut's economy is stuck in a slow-growth pattern, and state revenues have not been as robust as expected. State officials were caught off guard by the quick drop in gasoline prices – leading to millions less in revenue than expected. Malloy challenged reporters recently regarding the precipitous drop in oil prices and how it was largely unexpected on Wall Street and Main Street."


"Malloy describes the upcoming task as "a tough budget,'' but he has said repeatedly that the projected deficits of $1.3 billion in each of the next two years are essentially inflated "current services'' numbers because they assume an annual spending increase of about 7.8 percent. Some critics are skeptical, but Malloy insists he will not allow that level of increase."

[BPt111]

Will Malloy’s new budget add up to a tax increase? | The CT Mirror

[Mr_250]

Today at noon, Malloy will announce his budget to the General Assembly. On the whole, it looks like gimmicks, fake promises and lies. The reduction in sales tax is a joke (he was the one who raised it) because he is keeping the tax on clothing so that is a zero sum. He is reducing hospital reimbursements and closing a prison. No State layoffs or early retirement plans.

The Malloy solution: Deep cuts, new tax revenue, deferred promises | The CT Mirror

The one thing he is keeping is the surtax on businesses.

CT is a loser state as it is in regards to businesses. There are no big companies knocking down our doors to come to CT. Doing this proves "CT is Not open for business."

I thought 2015 was CT's Year, looking forward I see nothing more than more part time jobs and small businesses closings.