AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWNBA & Sports Business: Nneka Ogwumike, the league’s players’ union president and an 11-time All-Star, announced she’ll retire after the 2026 season, closing a Hall of Fame-caliber career. Connecticut Housing & Higher Ed: UConn opened a new Pratt Street Residence Hall in downtown Hartford, adding 45 units and about 200 student moves starting Aug. 29, with local business leaders on hand. Consumer Protection & Pricing: Connecticut’s surveillance pricing debate continues as states scrutinize electronic pricing that can vary by customer behavior, raising concerns about higher costs and trust. Public Safety & Privacy: Milford held a forum on Flock license plate reader cameras, with residents pushing for safeguards and possible pause/review. Local Economy & Workforce Training: Plainville High School launches a four-year Trade Academy this fall focused on carpentry, electrical and HVACR, using NCCER curriculum and aiming for industry-recognized certifications. Energy & Industry: Madison Air Solutions agreed to buy Germany’s Ebm-Papst for $5.4B, expanding its commercial HVAC reach with Connecticut-linked operations. Business Risk & Costs: New data show insurance costs easing nationally while parts prices keep climbing, a key pressure point for collision repair shops. Infrastructure: CTDOT is planning renovations to the NWCTD facilities building in Torrington, with a long-term goal of supporting a transition toward zero-emission fleet operations.
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