Three of the four boards with vacancies have certain requirements.
Newtown selectmen will consider $10M in capital appropriations for schools, library, bridges and infrastructure March 2.
Newtown Legislative Council referred a school bus camera proposal and approved a Transportation Planning Committee charge.
Newtown Traffic Workgroup discussed redefining its scope and reviewing a Fairfield Hills traffic study.
The Newtown Economic Development Commission reviewed Fairfield Hills, Batchelder and brownfield redevelopment updates.
Newtown selectmen approved a river restoration agreement and adopted a Vision Zero traffic safety resolution.
Newtown Board of Finance reviewed budgets and heard opposition to a proposed $20K HART transportation funding cut.
Newtown Borough approved Memorial Day funding, renewed a $61K CD and reviewed budget and safety updates.
Here's how much the prices are going up: Newtown Parks & Rec Commission approved fee increases at its Feb. 10 meeting.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission approved a retaining wall project and set a public hearing for a senior living proposal.
Newtown Ordinance Committee advanced a solid waste quorum change and discussed short-term rental and traffic enforcement proposals.
Newtown Legislative Council approved contractor insurance rules and advanced major capital projects toward a voter referendum.
Newtown selectmen approved a revised $51.6M budget after votes on capital projects, staffing proposals and public safety funding.
The Newtown Parks and Recreation Commission will convene to review ongoing projects, including the Aquazip pool amenity.
The Newtown Cultural Arts Commission discussed a possible winter festival tied — or maybe not tied — to the Rams Pasture tree lighting.
The Newtown Board of Finance will convene on Feb. 9 to cover the upcoming 2026-27 budgets for the First Selectman and Board of Education.
Fairfield Hills Authority discusses campus security, vacant building upgrades and parking changes at Feb. 2 meeting.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission continues a Waterview Drive retaining wall application and opts against formal public comment.
Newtown Conservation Commission approved a rodenticide ban for town properties and reviewed open space and invasive species efforts.
Newtown selectmen approved enhanced LOSAP benefits, reviewed Bruce Walczak’s 2026–27 budget and made appointments at their Jan. 20 meeting.
Newtown Legislative Council approves flood-mitigation grants, raises Fairfield Hills water rates and adopts the 2027–2031 capital plan.
The Newtown Legislative Council will consider a 6% increase for Fairfield Hills water system rates and a new short-term rental ordinance.
Edmond Town Hall managers approved sound system upgrades and reviewed grants, revenue growth and capital projects at a Jan. 13 meeting.
Newtown Parks and Recreation Commission approves funding for a pool engineering report and reviews budgets, facilities and events.
Newtown Borough Board of Burgesses approves December financial reports, discusses insurance and advances a Queen Street sidewalk project.
Newtown selectmen will consider LOSAP changes, review the 2026–27 budget and revisit a waste management committee.
Newtown Board of Finance approves flood mitigation grants, police funding, budget transfers and capital plan updates.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission approves a Stone Bridge Trail restoration plan and upholds a cease-and-desist order.
The Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission will consider a cease and desist order for unpermitted activities.
Newtown’s Animal Care and Control Advisory Board sets 2026 officers, forms donation committee and weighs regulatory shift.
Newtown Legislative Council votes to approve revised deed restrictions for 6 Commerce Road and advances ordinance reviews.
Michelle Embree Ku, a member of Newtown's Legislative Council, has announced her campaign for Connecticut's 106th House District.
The commission will discuss the Aquazip Pool Amenity, 2026-27 budget, and fundraising strategies.
The Newtown Board of Finance will meet to discuss several budget transfers, grant impact statements, and an appropriation for legal services
Newtown Cultural Arts Commission discusses concerts, exhibits, festival planning and a board vacancy at its Jan. 8 meeting.
Newtown selectmen vote 2–1 to accept state-approved deed change preserving 6 Commerce Road as open space or recreation.
Newtown’s Water and Sewer Authority will hear public comment and consider a proposed 9% sewer rate increase Jan. 8.
Newtown school board reviewed insurance costs, student performance data and budget transfers at its Dec. 16 meeting.
Newtown’s finance board reviewed fund balances, advanced insurance policy updates and approved a special appropriation.
Newtown Legislative Council discussed open space protections, traffic safety grants and capital planning at its last meeting.
By State Senator Tony Hwang
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