The full-time hire would manage staff, budgets, events and outreach.
The proposed Somers project includes possible easements on nearby private property and a construction start in 2028.
The position includes a full benefits package and a team-oriented work environment.
The one-hour event in the Blake Room is open to the public and will include discussion of state policy and community concerns.
Town officials say the hearing will focus on the proposed operating budget and its tax impact.
The proposal comes after the state approved the Gravel Pit Solar expansion in neighboring East Windsor.
Officials say the town side contains no service cuts but faces pressure from rising emergency service costs.
Town officials are seeking bids for a safety-focused upgrade at the popular Field Road playground.
Residents will have multiple opportunities in March to weigh in before the proposed budgets advance toward Town Meeting and referendum.
Town officials approved the full-time finance position in late January.
Local leaders say the issue is about protecting Ellington’s rural character and agricultural economy, not stopping renewable energy.
Town leaders said the hire brings a seasoned emergency services leader back to the community where he started.
Town officials said the appointee brings years of municipal assessment and real estate experience to the role.
Officials said the new Assistant Director brings clinical experience and a strong connection to the Ellington community.
The fire chief's resignation, submitted earlier in the week, sparked debate at the December 18th meeting.
The new director of human resources has more than 15 years of leadership experience, according to town officials.
Local officials were sworn in on Monday in Ellington, officials say.
The updated site features a more modern, user-friendly online experience, officials said.
Here are the results from Ellington in the 2025 municipal election.
The results are in for the 2025 municipal election in Somers.
Check out results for the six Somers ballot questions.
Ellington has a new first selectman.
Somers residents cast their ballots for several key local races on Election Day. Here are the latest results.
Here's what voters need to know about the municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Suren Thirumappan is running for the ZBA in Ellington.
Mary Cardin is running for the Board Of Selectmen in Ellington.
Karl Stocker is running for a school board seat in Ellington.
Kalagena Sullivan is running for the Library Board in Ellington.
Jennifer Dzen is running for the Ellington Board Of Education.
Jamie Boucher is running for a board of selectmen seat in Ellington.
Charlotte Ward is running for the Ellington Board Of Selectmen.
Angela Moser is running for the board of education in Ellington.
A half-dozen questions are featured on the Somers election ballot this year.
Laurie Burstein is running for first selectman in Ellington.
Megan Johnson is running for a school board seat in Ellington.
Lori Spielman is running for re-election as Ellington's first selectman.
Here's what you need to know about the Ellington municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Here's what you need to know about the Somers municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Christal Banville is running for a school board seat in Ellington.