Saud Anwar

State Senator

Saud Anwar

Deputy President Pro Tempore

Working For You

September 19, 2022

Senator Anwar Announces Infrastructure Grant Approved For South Windsor


Today, State Senator Saud Anwar (D-South Windsor) announced that Ellington was approved to receive grant funding through the Small Town Economic Assistance Program, which supports small towns for economic development, community conservation and quality-of-life capital projects. Approximately $500,000 in state funding will support infrastructure improvements around Hall Memorial Library

“I’m grateful to Governor Lamont in making this approval, which will allow for expanded access at Hall Memorial Library,” said Sen. Anwar. “Residents will be able to utilize the newly expanded parking lot and enhanced sidewalks in the area, ensuring more people will be able to properly utilize the town’s resources.”

Approximately $500,000 in state funding will support a parking lot expansion project and sidewalk improvements at Hall Memorial Library, matched by $117,000 in town funds.