Communications Division

The Communications Division is committed to conveying essential information to residents and employees as well as promoting Hartford’s story to visitors and media outlets.  The function is also to connect and coordinate communications between City department as well as agencies, organizations, and companies that call Hartford home.  Other responsibilities include news events, written communications including monthly newsletters, website content, and photo opportunities.

The scheduling and production of programming on Government Cable Access Television Channel 96 also comes under this division.  Burchell Henry is the Government Cable Access Coordinator (henrb001@hartford.gov).

The coordination of Special Events is also a part of the communications team.  Questions regarding permits for events go to Kejuan Dillard, the Special Events Coordinator (dillk001@hartford.gov).

Often, event organizers request letters from the Mayor for programs or souvenir booklets.  These requests may be shared with Sarah Barr, Director of Communications, at barrs001@hartford.gov.  Please include the name, mission, and other pertinent information and please make these requests at least two weeks in advance of the start of the event.

Ms. Barr is also the contact person for talented individuals who wish to hone their skills and learn about the City and government through the field of communications.  Internships are offered for college credit or through volunteer efforts to actively enrolled college students who can be a part of Hartford’s renaissance!  Chosen candidates will learn about promoting City initiatives through a wide variety of mediums.  There's the opportunity to have regular contact with media, community, and government representatives through research and public events.  Cover letters and resumes should be emailed to barrs001@hartford.gov.

  City Government Working For You Newsletter
  Cable Access Channel 96
  Channel 96 Program Schedule