(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the announcement made today by Waterbury Mayor Neil O’Leary that he will not seek re-election:

“Neil O’Leary is a true example of what it means to dedicate oneself to public service, following his nearly 30-year career as a Waterbury police officer and 12 years as the city’s top official. His leadership has truly had a positive impact on the city’s schools, its housing, and its public safety, and it has been an honor for me to collaborate with him on these issues over the last several years. He’s a good friend, and I wish him and his family the best in their next endeavors.”