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September 2025
 

Welcome to Our New TLP Cohort #11!


Last month, the following members of the Public Works Community were notified of their acceptance into the Transportation Leadership Program (TLP) Cohort #11. We look forward to being part of their educational journey, which will begin on December 2, 2025, with the Kickoff Day featuring DiSC.

Congratulations to:


  • Jason Baah - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Ryan Birney - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Adam Boone - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Gary Brigham - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Jimmy Claudio - Town of East Hartford
  • Vanessa Corrao - CT T2 Center
  • Ethan Donecker - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Daniel Dubois - Town of West Hartford
  • Cameron Evangelisti - Town of Chester
  • Jose Flores - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Andrew Heller - Town of West Hartford
  • Tom Janesky - City of Danbury
  • Jay Lockaby - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Mark Mazzucco - Town of Guilford
  • Scott Niland - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Anthony Palmieri - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Paul Parrow - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Eric Peterson - Town of Somers
  • Christopher Porcher - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Dominic Rivellini - Town of Guilford
  • Kyle Rosenbeck - Town of Morris
  • John Tita - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Stephen Tucker - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Michael Tuohy - City of Waterbury
  • Carmine Vitiello - Town of Greenwich
  • Brian Walsh - CT Dept. of Transportation
  • Larry Williams - Town of Killingworth


Please join us in welcoming our new TLP Cohort #11!
 
Video of the Month

Kindness 101: Reciprocity


In the series Kindness 101, Steve Hartman and his kids share stories built around kindness and character, and the people who have mastered those qualities. In this clip, the lesson is on reciprocity. Steve reconnects with a Harvard graduate who wanted to not only recognize support staff at his university, but also celebrate them.
 
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 Article of the Month 

Adopting a Philosophy of Continuous Improvement


I wanted to share our re-accreditation journey at Charlotte County Public Works. To paint the entire picture, I feel compelled to briefly detail our original accreditation. We had really been struggling with getting the accreditation off the ground. I mean, really struggling—to the point of needing extension after extension. The APWA team was very patient with us, but finally had to have the tough conversation about moving this forward.

We developed a newer, more aggressive strategy and, equally important, assigned a single point of contact to ensure deadlines were met. When the time finally came for our review, COVID-19 was in full swing, and we conducted our site visit remotely. For me, the process was nerve-racking as I was relatively new to my position. Suffice it to say, we were successful and were so proud that we came out of the process with nine model practices.
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"Positive Intelligence" by Shirzad Chamine- Book Reviewed by TLP Cohort #10 Member

Positive Intelligence explores how our minds can work both for and against us, introducing the Positive Intelligence Quotient (PQ) as a way to measure how often we operate from positive strengths versus negative patterns. Chamine identifies “saboteurs” that hold us back and “sages” that help us lead with clarity, empathy, and resilience.
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What makes this book especially valuable for TLP participants is its focus on building mental fitness through daily practice—not quick fixes. Leaders learn how to recognize their own saboteurs, strengthen their sage powers, and apply these lessons to real-world challenges. By doing so, they not only enhance their own leadership but also contribute to stronger teams and healthier workplace cultures. The book emphasizes that real change comes from consistent practice—building “mental muscles” to shift habits and perspectives over time. By understanding and balancing saboteurs and sages, leaders can improve team performance, strengthen workplace culture, and foster more positive results. A valuable read for anyone seeking lasting growth.


I highly recommend this book for anyone in public works leadership. Positive Intelligence offers practical strategies and lasting insights to support professional growth and team success.
 
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fQuote of the Month

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” 

-Dr. Seuss
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Upcoming Events

We will continue to update the schedule with dates and locations, so check in with us regularly.

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Upcoming CT Transportation Leadership Program (TLP) Classes & Events

Cohort 9 - Required

Project Presentation Days
  • September 18th - Storrs
  • October 9th - Newington

Cohort 10 - Required

Module 3: Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
  • October 7th - South Windsor
Register Here

Cohort 11 - Required

Kickoff Day with DiSC
  • December 2nd - Wethersfield
Register Here

All Cohorts & Alumni

Transitioning to Supervision - TLP Elective Workshop
  • October 1st - Cheshire
Register Here

Please ensure you’ve completed all required credits, including electives, before graduation. For questions about your transcript, contact Regina Hackett at regina.hackett@uconn.edu.
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