Black and Hispanic Caucus 9/9/2026

The Board of Alders' Black and Hispanic Caucus meeting on September 9, 2026, primarily focused on a presentation by Gary Smart, Executive Director of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of Connecticut. The discussion highlighted the organization's community-based efforts, including education, case management, and support services for individuals affected by sickle cell disease. The caucus had previously approved a financial donation to the association and expressed ongoing support through partnerships and awareness activities. Additionally, the caucus discussed planning details for their upcoming gala, including theme selection and ticket pricing, ultimately voting to increase ticket prices from $100 to $125 and choosing "Not All Heroes Wear Capes" as the theme. They also addressed fundraising strategies, such as ticket sales incentives and advertisement sales, to support their community initiatives. No new contracts or procurement actions were reported during the meeting.