Waterbury, Connecticut

Waterbury is a city located in New Haven County, Connecticut. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 107,271. It is the fifth-largest city in Connecticut.

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New Haven County, Connecticut - 2000

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John S. Monagan, who is a prolific author in addition to his political responsibilities, served as Waterbury's mayor from 1943 to 1948. He also served as its district's congressional representative from 1959 to 1973.

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John S. Monagan - 1943 - 1948 - 1959 - 1973

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Two of Waterbury's recent mayors, Santopietro and Giordano, have both served jail sentences for wrongdoings during their terms. Giordano remains incarcerated as of May 2005. Waterbury is in serious financial straits due to years of mismanagement and kickback schemes orchestrated by the mayors and their supporters.

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Waterbury's nickname is Brass City. Indeed, the city's motto is Quid Aere Perennius, which means "What Is More Lasting Than Brass".

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It is on Interstate 84 and is the hometown of former Connecticut Governor John Rowland. The city has a Metro North railroad station and is home to Post University and a regional campus of the University of Connecticut.

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Interstate 84 - John Rowland - Metro North - Post University - University of Connecticut

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