May 6, 2025
Members present: Anthony McGovern, Greg Dion, Jennifer Bilodeau, Sheri Litchfield, Francis Armentano and Jared Barry.
Also present: Director of Human Services Sandra Yost and Town Manager Mike Walsh
Members absent: Valerie Eastwood
Staging of large trucks in Route 20 lot
Concerns were raised during the April Public Session regarding the staging of tree service vehicles and commuter parking at the lot on Route 20. Walsh provided background and clarification: the lot has 80 spaces; approximately five are used by CT Transit bus commuters. Tree service vehicles were moved to another location while services in town are being conducted. The state has been contacted for approval for an additional exit point for ease of bus turnaround and horse trailer pull out. The board was reminded that a STEAP (Small Town Economic Assistance Program) grant request has been submitted for a pathway from the lot down to the soccer fields at Salmon Brook Park.
Small capital improvements
Yost shared the list of funding requests. Discussion included the need to add restroom facilities at the soccer field end of Salmon Brook Park.
Veterans Memorial Wall
Walsh shared that the American Legion will take over the care and upkeep of the Veterans Memorial Wall. The town is grateful to the Hart Family for its longtime commitment and dedication to its maintenance.