Montville — State Rep. Kathleen McCarty, who represents Waterford and part of Montville, will host a May 6 meeting at David’s Place in Oakdale.

McCarty, a Republican who was elected to a second term representing the state House of Representatives 38th District in November, will solicit ideas about ways to balance Connecticut’s budget and legislation proposals that could benefit local towns.

The meeting is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the restaurant which is located at 1647 Route 85. It is free and open to the public. For more information call (800) 842-1423 or email kathleen.mccarty@housegop.ct.gov.