Beacon Falls public meetings in 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss old business regarding specific land developments and site plans. The body will also receive reports from the Zoning Enforcement Officer, Town Engineer, and Land Use Coordinator.

• Tiverton 1
• Hawks View Subdivision
• Hopp Brook Estates
• HI Stone-Site Plan
• 251 Lopus Rd-Site Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the site plan for 251 Lopus Rd with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The commission also signed the Hopp Brook Estates document required by the applicant’s bank. Earlier, the November 20, 2025 minutes were approved by a 5‑2‑0 vote, and the meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved 251 Lopus Rd site plan (6-0-0)
• Signed Hopp Brook Estates document (Exhibit B) (no vote)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (5-2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold elections for officers and review maintenance reports for town parks. The body will discuss 2026 capital projects and grant planning, including a DEEP Trails Grant.

• Election of officers
• 2026 Capital Projects: Matthies Treework and Matthies Parking Lot paving and guardrail
• DEEP Trails Grant
• Review of facility applications and 2026 application changes
• Discussion of fireworks contract

The commission appointed Victor Santos as Chair and Peter Monti as co‑chair. It approved the November 17 minutes and accepted the Parks & Recreation maintenance report. The board also approved the summer camp safety protocol and signed the DEEP Recreation Trails letter of support. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved 11/17/2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Victor Santos as Chair and Peter Monti as co‑chair (all ayes)
• Accepted Parks & Recreation maintenance report (all ayes)
• Approved summer camp safety protocol (all ayes)
• Signed DEEP Recreation Trails Letter of Support (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:50 PM (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will appoint Jennifer Kornblut as the Traffic Authority for the town’s Automated Speed Enforcement Program. The appointment will be considered at the special meeting on December 15, 2025. The meeting also includes the standard call to order and adjournment.

• Appointment of Jennifer Kornblut as Traffic Authority for the Automated Speed Enforcement Program

The Board approved the appointment of Jennifer Kornblut to the Town of Beacon Falls Automated Speed Enforcement Program. Both selectmen present voted in favor. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Appointed Jennifer Kornblut to Automated Speed Enforcement Program (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance application for 251 Lopus Rd. The board will discuss requests to allow outdoor storage in the front yard setback and to reduce the minimum front yard setback.

• Application 25001ZBA for 251 Lopus Rd: variance for outdoor storage of materials in front yard setback (Section 42.4 E)
• Application 25001ZBA for 251 Lopus Rd: request to reduce minimum front yard setback to approximately 10 feet from the required 50 feet (Section 11.4)

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a hearing on a variance application for 251 Lopus Rd but did not vote on the request. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that passed with all members in favor. No substantive decisions were made.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Beacon Falls Zoning Board of Appeals will consider Application 25001ZBA for a variance at 251 Lopus Road. The request seeks to allow outdoor storage of materials in the front‑yard setback and to reduce the required front‑yard setback from 50 feet to about 10 feet. The board will discuss the application and may take action.

• Application 25001ZBA for a variance at 251 Lopus Rd to permit outdoor storage in the front‑yard setback and to reduce the minimum front‑yard setback to ~10 ft (current requirement 50 ft).

The Beacon Falls Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5‑0‑0 to approve application 25001ZBA for 251 Lopus Rd, granting a front‑yard setback variance and accessory‑use variance with three specific conditions. The conditions require construction bins and screening within 12 months, limit the setback to no less than 10 feet on the western front of the lot, and tie the variance to the submitted site plan. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved variance application 25001ZBA for 251 Lopus Rd with conditions (5-0-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 p.m. (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Beacon Falls Conservation Commission will meet to hear public comments, review correspondence, and address several old‑business items including Lantern Ridge Park updates, the town’s open‑space strategy and planning, and the status of a 39‑acre property. New business and a petition from commissioners will also be considered.

• Lantern Ridge Park updates
• Open Space Strategy & Planning discussion
• Review of the 39‑acre property
• Public comments session
• Petition from Commissioners

The Conservation Commission's regular monthly meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions, approvals, or actions were taken at this time.

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review minutes from prior meetings and hear public comments. Commissioners will consider three new stormwater and wetlands applications for 75 Pent Road, 340 Burton Road, and a revised Hopp Brook plan. The commission will discuss the Wetlands and Watercourses Map and may take action on it. Additional old‑business items include review of multiple existing permits and pond maintenance.

• 75 Pent Road stormwater/wetlands application
• 340 Burton Road stormwater management application
• Hopp Brook revised stormwater management application
• Discussion and possible action on Wetlands and Watercourses Map
• Detention/Retention Pond Maintenance

The commission approved the November 12, 2025 minutes and rearranged the agenda. Commissioners voted that no public hearing was needed for the 75 Pent Road wetland application (4‑0‑1). The 340 Burton Road stormwater management application was accepted for processing, assigned number SW‑2025‑039, and also found not to require a public hearing (5‑0‑0). The commission subsequently tabled the 340 Burton Road application pending further review.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (4‑1‑0)
• Rearranged agenda (5‑0‑0)
• No public hearing needed for 75 Pent Rd wetland application (4‑0‑1)
• Accepted 340 Burton Road stormwater application for processing (5‑0‑0)
• No public hearing needed for 340 Burton Road application (5‑0‑0)
• Approved 340 Burton Road application with conditions, then tabled (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to collect upstream and downstream water samples at 286 Bethany Rd (no formal vote)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0‑0)

Board of Finance

The Beacon Falls Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting to review reports from the Treasurer, Tax Collector, and First Selectman, including budget transfers and capital projects like road repairs and wastewater updates. The agenda also includes the election of officers and a presentation on the 2025 audit.

• Election of officers: Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Treasurer Report – S. Feducia (newly elected)
• Budget Transfers and Capital Projects
• Road Projects: Church Street, West Road, EV Charging Station, Main Street, Century/Maple/Division
• 2025 Audit Presentation scheduled for February 10, 2026

The Board approved the November meeting minutes after a motion by Ben Catanzaro, seconded by Kathleen Lembo; James Carroll abstained and the other members voted aye. The Board then elected James Carroll as Chairman, Kyle Brennan as Vice Chair, and Kathleen Lembo as Secretary, each receiving unanimous approval. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved November minutes (motion by Ben Catanzaro, seconded by Kathleen Lembo; J. Carroll abstained, others aye)
• Elected James Carroll Chairman (all ayes)
• Elected Kyle Brennan Vice Chair (all ayes)
• Elected Kathleen Lembo Secretary (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to take action on budget transfers, tax refunds, and appointments. The body will also discuss the Traffic Authority and a proposal from Andrew Saball regarding All In Beacon Falls.

• Budget Transfers discussion and action
• Traffic Authority discussion and action
• Andrew Saball-All In Beacon Falls discussion and possible action
• Tax Refunds discussion and action
• Updates on rehabilitation of Church St. and West Rd

The Selectmen approved the minutes from the previous meeting and accepted the Resident Trooper/Police, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Public Works reports, all by unanimous vote. They also reappointed several town officials, including the Emergency Management Director, the Town Historian, and the Tree Warden, with all motions passing unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted Resident Trooper/Police report (all ayes)
• Accepted Wastewater Treatment Plant report (all ayes)
• Accepted Public Works report (all ayes)
• Reappointed Jeremy Rodrigo as Emergency Management Director (all ayes)
• Appointed Lauren Mulinski as Emergency Management 3rd Assistant (all ayes)
• Reappointed Michael Krenesky as Town Historian (all ayes)
• Reappointed Robert Pruzinsky as Tree Warden (all ayes)

Water Commission

The Beacon Falls Water Commission will meet on December 8, 2025, to conduct its regular monthly session. The agenda includes approving the previous meeting minutes, handling correspondence and invoice payments, and addressing any old or new business items. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed.

• No specific items listed; agenda consists of routine procedural matters

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to review old business regarding multiple development projects. The commission will also determine the 2026 monthly meeting calendar.

• Tiverton 1
• Hawks View Subdivision
• Hopp Brook Estates
• HI Stone-Site Plan
• 251 Lopus Rd-Site Plan

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the October 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously accepted the proposed 2026 meeting calendar. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:07 pm.

• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted 2026 meeting calendar (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 pm (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its monthly meeting on November 13, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. in the Beacon Falls Town Hall Assembly Room. New business includes reviewing an application (251 Lopus Rd, case 25001ZBA) for a variance from Section 42.4 E accessory‑use rules and a reduction of the minimum front‑yard setback required by Section 11.4. The board will schedule a public hearing on the variance request. The agenda also calls for discussion and action on the 2026 monthly meeting calendar.

• 251 Lopus Rd variance application (case 25001ZBA) for Section 42.4 E accessory‑use and front‑yard setback reduction
• Schedule public hearing for the variance request
• Discussion and action on 2026 monthly meeting calendar

The Zoning Board approved receiving the variance application for 251 Lopus Rd and set a public hearing for December 11 at 7:15 p.m. The board also approved the 2026 monthly meeting calendar and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed with all ayes.

• Approved motion to receive 251 Lopus Rd variance application (all ayes)
• Scheduled public hearing for the application on Dec 11, 7:15 p.m. (all ayes)
• Approved 2026 monthly meeting calendar (all ayes)
• Approved amendment/strike of section b in previous minutes (all ayes)
• Approved acceptance of amended minutes (all ayes)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:15 p.m. (all ayes)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to review updates on Lantern Ridge Park and the 39 Acre Property. Members will also discuss open space strategy and planning. The body is scheduled to take action on the 2026 monthly meeting calendar.

• Lantern Ridge Park updates
• Open Space Strategy & Planning
• 39 Acre Property
• 2026 Monthly Meeting Calendar

The Conservation Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting with all ayes. A motion to adopt the 2026 monthly meeting calendar was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved 2026 monthly meeting calendar (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review old business, including a discussion of the Wetlands and Watercourses Map with possible action. It will also consider several existing permits and new applications such as the 2026 meeting calendar, 340 Burton Road, and a revised stormwater management application for Hopp Brook. Routine items include approving minutes, public comments, correspondence, and petitions.

• Discussion of Wetlands and Watercourses Map – possible action
• Permit A-2009-283: Alliance Circle Lot 3 (HI Stone)
• Permit A-2025-342: 43 Buckingham Drive
• New application for 340 Burton Road
• Revised stormwater management application for Hopp Brook

The commission approved the minutes from the prior meeting and the 2026 meeting calendar. It accepted the 340 Burton Road subdivision application as sufficiently complete and will refer it to a working group for detailed review. The agenda was rearranged to accommodate public comments, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:06 p.m.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (Ayes: Knapik, Swan, Smith, Bousquet; Abstain: Weed)
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar (all ayes)
• Accepted 340 Burton Road subdivision application as complete and referred to working group (no vote recorded, motion passed)
• Rearranged agenda to better suit public input (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:06 p.m. (all ayes)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission is holding a public hearing to discuss an amendment to the Beacon Falls Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Map. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• IWWC initiated amendment to the Beacon Falls Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Map

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission held a public hearing and presented a proposed amendment to the wetlands and watercourses map. No commissioners or members of the public voiced support or opposition, and the commission did not vote on the amendment. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that passed unanimously.

• Adjourned public hearing (motion passed unanimously)

Board of Finance

The Beacon Falls Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, to review financial reports, approve minutes, and discuss budget transfers and capital projects.

• Approve minutes from previous meetings
• Review budget transfers for September and October
• Discuss capital projects including Church Street and Main Street
• Review wastewater treatment plant update
• Set 2026 meeting calendar

The Board of Finance approved a procurement waiver that lets the police department use a local contractor for its renovation, including bullet‑proof glass, at a cost under budget. The waiver was adopted unanimously after members reviewed three bids. The Board also approved the October 9 meeting minutes unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 9 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved procurement waiver for police renovation project (all ayes)
• Tabled budget transfers for Board of Selectmen approval

Water Commission

The Water Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss the schedule for 2026. The session follows the 7:00 PM Board of Selectmen meeting at Town Hall.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion and action on 2026 meeting calendar
• Correspondence and invoice payments

Museum and Rimmon Schoolhouse Committee

The Museum and Rimmon Schoolhouse Committee will meet to discuss the Rimmon Schoolhouse historical museum concept, explore possible funding sources, and consider next steps. The discussion will involve the Board of Selectmen. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Museum and Rimmon Schoolhouse Committee discussed the condition of the schoolhouse, cost estimates, and possible future steps, but did not approve any restoration, relocation, or funding measures. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and consider several pending land‑use items listed under Old Business, such as Tiverton 1, Hawks View Subdivision, Hopp Brook Estates, HI Stone‑Site Plan, and the 251 Lopus Rd Site Plan. The commission will also receive reports from the Zoning Enforcement Officer, Town Engineer, and Land Use Coordinator, and address any new business, petitions, and correspondence.

• Tiverton 1 land‑use review
• Hawks View Subdivision review
• Hopp Brook Estates review
• HI Stone‑Site Plan review
• 251 Lopus Rd Site Plan review

The commission voted to approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes, with a motion by David Dlugos and second by Richard Testa, passing unanimously. Later, a motion by Michael Pratt to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 p.m. was seconded by David Dlugos and also passed unanimously.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:22 p.m. (all ayes)

Safety Committee

The Beacon Falls Safety Committee will meet on October 15, 2025 at Town Hall. The agenda includes discussion of OSHA matters, the CIRMA program, COVID‑19 updates, the safety budget, and the town hall security system. New business will cover renovation updates in Town Hall. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• OSHA – discussion and action
• Safety budget update
• Security system review
• Renovation updates in Town Hall
• COVID‑19 update

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will receive reports on town budgets and several road projects. The body will discuss the Finance Policy Manual regarding compensated absences and consider two procurement policy waivers.

• Road projects including Church Street, West Road, Main Street, and Century, Maple, and Division streets
• Wastewater Treatment Plant update
• Speed Enforcement Cameras report
• Compensated Absences Policy in the Finance Policy Manual
• Procurement policy waivers for Polyaluminum Chloride (PAC) and Police Department Interior Renovations

The Board of Finance approved a procurement waiver for the Police Department renovation project with a unanimous vote. The meeting also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting unanimously. Budget transfers for Public Works seasonal wages were tabled for Board of Selectmen approval. Several project updates were discussed but no further decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of 9/9/25 meeting (all ayes)
• Approved procurement waiver for police department renovation project (all ayes)
• Budget transfers for Public Works seasonal wages tabled for BOS approval

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a monthly meeting on October 9, 2025, to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes reading and approving minutes from previous meetings and correspondence.

• Read and approve minutes from previous meetings
• Old Business
• New Business
• Correspondence

The Zoning Board approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It decided to accept a variance application for review and will schedule a public hearing. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Accepted variance application for review; board to set hearing date (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous ayes)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will meet to discuss old business and review several permit applications. The meeting includes a report from Wetlands Enforcement Officers regarding various properties and projects.

• Permit A-2009-283: Alliance Circle Lot 3 (HI Stone)
• Permit A-2021-325 & SW2021-026: 251-253 South Main Street/James Martin
• Permit SW-2023-337: Region 16, Football field and surrounding area
• Permit A-2025-342: 43 Buckingham Drive
• Permit SW-2025-: 251 Lopus Rd. HRH LLC & TTE LLC

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission approved application SW-2025-038, adopting 13 conditions of approval and confirming NVHD approval. The motion was made by DB, seconded by JS, and passed with all ayes. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting, motion by DB, seconded by JS, all ayes.

• Approved application SW-2025-038 with 13 conditions (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

The Beacon Falls Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss budget transfers and review reports from various town departments. The agenda includes public comments, payment of bills, and discussion on several capital projects and tax refunds.

• Budget Transfers – Discussion & Action
• Haynes Project Development
• Traffic Authority – Discussion & Action
• Rehabilitation of Church St.
• Rehabilitation of West Rd

The Board approved the appointment of Jennifer Kornblut to the Town of Beacon Falls Automated Speed Enforcement Program. The motion was made by Michael Krenesky, seconded by Gerard Smith, and passed with all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved appointment of Jennifer Kornblut to Automated Speed Enforcement Program (all ayes)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (all ayes)

Water Commission

The Water Commission will hold a special meeting immediately following the 7:00 PM Board of Selectmen meeting on October 6, 2025, to discuss old and new business.

• Call to Order
• Read and Approve Previous Meeting Minutes
• Correspondence and Payment of Invoices
• Old Business
• New Business

Library Board of Trustees

The Beacon Falls Library Board of Trustees will hold a special hybrid meeting on September 23, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, review of financial reports and bills, and consideration of new library policies. No specific contracts, dollar amounts, or ordinance changes are listed.

• Approval of Minutes
• Financial Reports and Bills to be Paid
• Consideration of New Library Policies

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda by a unanimous aye vote. The board then approved the prior meeting minutes, also unanimously. With no new business, the board adjourned the meeting at 7:32 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved minutes (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Beacon Falls Board of Assessment Appeals will meet on Sept. 23, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Assembly Room. The board will approve the minutes from its previous meeting and consider appeals related to motor vehicle assessments. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Appeals of Motor Vehicles Assessments
• Read and Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting

The board approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting, correcting the date to September 18, 2024 as noted. The motion was made by Sheryl Feducia, seconded by David Dlugos, and passed unanimously. The board also adjourned the meeting at 6:18 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes with corrected date (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Beacon Falls Economic Development Commission will meet on September 22, 2025 to discuss updates on Main Street, a coordinator update, and the Haynes Development project. The agenda also includes grant news and the payment of bills. No specific decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Main Street Update
• Coordinator Update
• Haynes Development – Discussion
• Grant News
• Payment of Bills

The Economic Development Commission voted to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The commission then voted to adjourn the September 22, 2025 meeting. No other actions or votes were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss old business and receive reports from the Town Engineer and Zoning Enforcement Officer. The meeting includes reviews of several specific development projects.

• Tiverton 1
• Hawks View Subdivision
• Hopp Brook Estates
• HI Stone Site Plan Revision-Review

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0‑1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:12 p.m. following a unanimous motion.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (vote 7-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Beacon Falls Water Pollution Control Authority will review the June, July, and August 2025 wastewater treatment plant reports, consider an ordinance update, and discuss a water treatment plant upgrade project. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comments, correspondence, and officer elections if all members are present.

• WWTP Monthly Report – June 2025
• WWTP Monthly Report – July 2025
• WWTP Monthly Report – August 2025
• Ordinance Update (old business)
• Water Treatment Plant Upgrade Project (new business)

Library Board of Trustees

The Beacon Falls Library Board of Trustees has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting on September 16, 2025. A special meeting date has not yet been set.

• Meeting cancelled
• Special meeting date TBD

Parks & Recreation

The Beacon Falls Parks & Recreation Commission will review the FY2026 budget and discuss updates to ongoing park projects. Items include a security camera quote for Pent Road, bridge work over wetlands on Matthies trails, and a residents‑only restriction for Matthies Park. The meeting also covers a budget change for porta‑let units at Toby's Park and a waiver request for the “Better Parks Project.”

• Pent Road Security quote for cameras
• Bridges over wetlands on Matthies trails
• Matthies Park — Residents Only Restriction
• Portolets at Toby's delivered: Budget change
• FY2026 Budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Beacon Falls Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its regular monthly meeting scheduled for September 11, 2025, because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered.

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will consider a new application for 251 Lopus Rd. and a Wetlands and Watercourses Map. It will also discuss several existing permits, including Alliance Circle Lot 3 and 43 Buckingham Drive. Public comment and petitions will be heard before the meeting adjourns.

• New application – 251 Lopus Rd.
• Wetlands and Watercourses Map presentation
• Permit A-2009-283: Alliance Circle Lot 3 (HI Stone)
• Permit A-2025-342: 43 Buckingham Drive
• Detention/Retention Pond Maintenance report

The commission approved the minutes from the prior meeting. It accepted the completed stormwater management application (SW-2025-038) for 251 Lopus Rd and sent it to staff for review. A public hearing on the proposed wetlands and watercourses map amendment was scheduled for November 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The commission also granted a 12‑month extension on Permit A-2018-314 (SW-2018-014). The meeting was adjourned at 8:37 p.m.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted stormwater application SW-2025-038 for 251 Lopus Rd for staff review (all ayes)
• Scheduled public hearing for wetlands map amendment on Nov 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (all ayes)
• Granted a 12‑month extension for Permit A-2018-314 (SW-2018-014) (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:37 p.m. (all ayes)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will approve the minutes from prior meetings and review public comments. It will consider August 2025 budget transfer approvals from the Board of Selectmen. The Finance Manager will present updates on capital projects and several road projects, including STEAP awards and an EV charging station lot. The board will also discuss a change to the compensated absences policy in the Finance Policy Manual.

• August 2025 budget transfer approvals from the Board of Selectmen (FY2025 budget year)
• Road Project: Church Street – STEAP
• Road Project: West Road – STEAP
• Road Project: EV Charging Station Lot
• Finance Policy Manual – Compensated Absences Policy

The Board of Finance approved nine budget transfers totaling $3,879.01 for the 2024‑2025 fiscal year. The motion passed unanimously. The board also adopted the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes and made no changes to the Finance Policy Manual.

• Approved nine budget transfers totaling $3,879.01 (all ayes)
• Adopted July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• No changes to the Finance Policy Manual this month
• Did not recommend any bylaw changes
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:40 PM (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

The Beacon Falls Board of Selectmen will hold a special meeting on September 3, 2025, to discuss a tax refund related to the Beacon Mill property. The meeting is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. at the Town Hall Assembly Room.

• Beacon Mill tax refund discussion
• Special meeting at Town Hall Assembly Room
• Meeting date: September 3, 2025

The Board of Selectmen approved a tax refund for the Beacon Mill totaling $83,051.26, covering the years 2021‑2023. The motion was made by Michael Krenesky, seconded by Gerard Smith, and passed with all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:06 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Approved $83,051.26 Beacon Mill tax refund (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Museum and Rimmon Schoolhouse Committee

The committee approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Members discussed the condition and future of the Rimmon Schoolhouse and a potential town museum, but no formal decision was made. They agreed to seek a full structural analysis and present options at the October Board of Selectmen meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:04 PM by unanimous consent.

• Approved 07/22/2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:04 PM (all ayes)

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It approved a motion allowing DiGiorgi to donate a “Welcome to Beacon Falls” sign, provided it meets zoning regulations, and forwarded the matter to the Board of Selectmen for placement recommendation. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved DiGiorgi welcome sign donation, contingent on zoning compliance, and forwarded to Board of Selectmen (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss a matter regarding 67 Fairfield Place (Lot 1).

• Review of 67 Fairfield Place (Lot 1)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a special meeting to review proposed road changes and drainage updates for the Tiverton development, along with a review of Lot 1 at 67 Fairfield Place.

• Review of Tiverton development road changes and drainage updates
• Review of 67 Fairfield Place (Lot 1)
• Meeting location: Beacon Falls Town Hall Assembly Room, 10 Maple Avenue

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission voted 4‑0‑0 to approve the proposed amendments to the drainage and roadway improvements within the Swedish Street roadway, as shown on the submitted plans. No commissioners opposed the motion. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved drainage and roadway amendments for Swedish Street (4-0-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (4-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen approved the Town’s Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Device (ATESD) Municipal Plan. They also approved forwarding a tax‑refund report for $1,854.25 to the Board of Finance.

• Approved ATESD Municipal Plan (all ayes)
• Forwarded Tax Refunds report $1,854.25 to Board of Finance (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation

The commission voted to approve the July 21 minutes, correcting the park restriction wording and the Pent Road reference. It also set a noon‑Wednesday deadline for weather‑related concert cancellations, rescheduled the Cardboard Boat Regatta, and approved a Labor Day pickleball tournament. Additional actions include planning the Back‑to‑School Safety Fair, reimbursing the Halloween Hayride vendor, and creating a formal incident‑report protocol for summer camp.

• Approved July 21 minutes with correction (all ayes, 2 abstentions)
• Established noon‑Wednesday weather‑cancellation process for summer concerts
• Rescheduled Cardboard Boat Regatta for Saturday; pond cleared
• Approved Tom Trumbley’s pickleball tournament application for Labor Day weekend
• Planned Back‑to‑School Safety Fair for 9/6/25 with rain date 9/13/25
• Authorized reimbursement to Cody Brennan for Halloween Hayride expenses
• Directed L. DeGeorge to draft incident‑report form and safety protocol for summer camp
• Tasked P. Monti with investigating new sign and banners for Toby’s

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board voted to approve the regular meeting minutes from May 8, 2025. Members welcomed clerk Leah M. Rajvong to cover for L. Fennell during maternity leave. The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 PM.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Welcomed clerk Leah M. Rajvong as temporary clerk (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:36 PM (all ayes)

Conservation Commission

The monthly meeting of the Beacon Falls Conservation Commission scheduled for August 14, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission accepted the 43 Buckingham Drive addition application for processing and approved it with standard conditions, with all members voting aye. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and adjourned the session. A special meeting was scheduled for August 21, 2025, to discuss the Tiverton development and 67 Fairfield Place. No updates were reported on any other permits.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted 43 Buckingham Drive addition application for processing (all ayes)
• Approved 43 Buckingham Drive addition with standard conditions (all ayes)
• Member Michael Pratt recused himself from Tiverton permit discussion
• Scheduled special meeting for Aug 21, 2025 to address Tiverton development and 67 Fairfield Place
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Board of Finance

The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Beacon Falls Board of Finance scheduled for August 12, 2025, has been cancelled.

Water Commission

The Beacon Falls Water Commission held its regular meeting on August 11, 2025. The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:56 p.m. was made, seconded, and passed with all ayes. No other business was taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved (all ayes)

Museum and Rimmon Schoolhouse Committee

The committee approved the corrected minutes from the March 25 and May 18 meetings. It unanimously adopted a recommendation to salvage historic materials, demolish the Rimmon Schoolhouse, and construct a new historic museum near the pavilion in Matthies Park. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted minutes with corrected spelling (unanimous)
• Recommended salvaging historic materials, demolishing Rimmon Schoolhouse, and building new museum at Matthies Park (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The commission unanimously approved removing the "No Firearms" restriction signs at Matthies Park and Pent Road. It also unanimously approved adding a portolet at Toby’s Pond and allocating funding for it. The Board accepted a Bank of America grant of $13,011 for picnic tables at Pent and Matthies Parks. Finally, the commission accepted B. Egan’s resignation effective July 25.

• Removed "No Firearms" signs at Matthies Park and Pent Road (all ayes)
• Approved addition of a portolet at Toby’s Pond with funding (all ayes)
• Accepted Bank of America grant of $13,011 for picnic tables at Pent and Matthies Parks (all ayes)
• Accepted resignation of B. Egan effective July 25 (all ayes)

Board of Finance

The Board approved 43 budget transfers totaling $115,853.38. It also approved the proposed private duty rates for the police for 2025‑2026. A $638 increase to the Senior Center heating‑oil budget line was adopted, and the August regular Board of Finance meeting was cancelled. All motions passed with unanimous ayes.

• Approved police private duty rates for 2025‑2026 (all ayes)
• Approved 43 budget transfers totaling $115,853.38 (all ayes)
• Increased Senior Center heating‑oil budget line by $638 (all ayes)
• Cancelled August regular Board of Finance meeting (all ayes)

Water Commission

The commission approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes with all ayes. It then adjourned the July 14, 2025 meeting, also with all ayes. No other business was taken.

• Approved 06/09/2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The commission accepted the June 11 meeting minutes. It approved the application for a 15‑ft above‑ground pool at 355 Bethany Rd as submitted. A motion to rearrange the agenda was also carried, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved 355 Bethany Rd pool application as submitted (all ayes)
• Approved agenda rearrangement motion (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:12 p.m. (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

At the special meeting on June 26, 2025, the Board of Selectmen voted on the town-wide tree services contract. Michael Krenesky motioned to award the contract to J&J Brothers LLC, Gerard Smith seconded, and the motion passed with all ayes. The contract award was the sole substantive action taken at the meeting.

• Awarded Tree Services Contract to J&J Brothers LLC (all ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the meeting minutes after correcting the spelling of member David Dlugos’s last name. It scheduled a public hearing for July 17, 2025, at 7:20 p.m. to amend the effective date of the subdivision regulation update and approved the updated zoning map. The board also sent a positive referral to the Selectmen for the purchase of 251 Lopus Rd., approved payment of presented bills, and adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes with spelling correction (all ayes)
• Scheduled public hearing July 17, 2025, 7:20 p.m. to amend subdivision regulation date (all ayes)
• Approved updated Zoning Map (all ayes)
• Sent positive referral to Board of Selectmen for purchase of 251 Lopus Rd. (all ayes)
• Approved payment of bills as presented (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:08 p.m. (all ayes)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The board approved the minutes from the April 15 and May 20 meetings. It accepted the water‑treatment plant monthly reports for May and June 2025. Members elected Jeff Smith as chairman, David D’Amico as vice‑chair, and appointed Cody Muth as secretary. The meeting was adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted WWTP monthly report for May 2025 (all ayes)
• Accepted WWTP monthly report for June 2025 (all ayes)
• Appointed Cody Muth as board secretary (all ayes)
• Elected Jeff Smith chairman, David D’Amico vice‑chair (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:46 p.m. (all ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It also approved the capital project that allows storage cabinets to be installed in the adult fiction room after July 1. No library bills were approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved minutes (all aye)
• Approved capital project to install storage cabinets in adult fiction room (approval noted, no vote tally provided)
• No bills approved
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 p.m. (all aye)

Parks & Recreation

The commission approved the FY2026 budget increases, with the new budget year beginning July 1, 2025. A motion to approve the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes passed, with one member abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:52 PM.

• Approved FY2026 budget increases (no vote tally provided)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (all ayes, B. Egan abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Service Award Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting. It also approved the 2024‑2025 Service Award participant list, removing Kaisa Mundroff, Julianna Reichlin, and Linda Sementilli, and directed the list be forwarded to the Finance Manager for execution. The meeting was adjourned at 6:03 PM.

• Approved 06/25/2024 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved 2024‑2025 Service Award participant list, removed Kaisa Mundroff, Julianna Reichlin, and Linda Sementilli, and directed forwarding to Finance Manager (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:03 PM (all ayes)

Conservation Commission

The commission approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Victor Santos and second by Joann Delenick, with all members voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:46 p.m. following a motion by Victor Santos, seconded by Joann Delenick, with all members voting aye.

• Approved April 10, 2025 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:46 p.m. (all ayes)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting with a 4‑aye, 1‑abstain vote. Members rearranged the agenda to better serve the public, which passed unanimously. They approved the restoration plan for 28 Lorraine Drive and authorized the Wetlands Enforcement Officer to issue the permit once the plan is completed before the Certificate of Occupancy, both motions passing unanimously. The board also approved payment of a $77.16 media publication bill and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (4 Aye, 1 Abstain)
• Rearranged agenda to better serve public (unanimous ayes)
• Approved restoration plan for 28 Lorraine Drive, requiring completion before Certificate of Occupancy (unanimous ayes)
• Accepted application and authorized WEO to issue permit for 28 Lorraine Drive (unanimous ayes)
• Approved payment of media publication bill $77.16 (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:06 pm (unanimous ayes)

Board of Finance

The Beacon Falls Board of Finance approved four budget transfers totaling $5,015. The motion was made by J. Carroll, seconded by B. Catanzaro, and passed unanimously. Earlier, the board also approved the April and May meeting minutes without dissent. The meeting concluded with a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Approved April 15 and May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers totaling $5,015 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Water Commission

The commission postponed approval of the prior meeting minutes until member Mike Krenesky is present. No correspondence, invoices, old business, or new business were addressed. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes pending MK's return
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (PB/GS, all ayes)

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the 04/28/2025 meeting with unanimous consent. A motion to pay $35.96 to the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities for business cards was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:01 PM with all members in favor.

• Approved 04/28/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Authorized payment of $35.96 to Connecticut Conference of Municipalities for business cards (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:01 PM (unanimous ayes)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance approved a mill rate of 30.46 mills for FY 2026. It also approved three budget transfers totaling $14,050, including $10,000 for Engine 3 repairs. The Tax Collector's suspense list of $30,915.24 was accepted.

• Approved 2025‑2026 mill rate of 30.46 mills (all ayes)
• Approved three budget transfers totaling $14,050 (all ayes)
• Approved $10,000 transfer for Engine 3 repairs (part of the $14,050) (all ayes)
• Approved Tax Collector suspense list of $30,915.24 (all ayes)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The board voted to postpone several agenda items to the next meeting, including the approval of prior minutes, the WWTP monthly report, and an ordinance update. Each motion was made by David D’Amico, seconded by another member, and passed with all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:43 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Table previous meeting minutes to next month (all ayes)
• Table WWTP monthly report to next month (all ayes)
• Table ordinance update to next month (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:43 p.m. (all ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. No library bills were approved for payment. The board recorded the resignation of Marion Zollo and the return of Matt Yanarella to fill the remainder of the term. The board also heard the summer reading theme announcement and updates on Friends fundraising activities.

• Approved agenda (unanimous aye)
• Approved minutes (unanimous aye)
• No bills approved for payment
• Board member Marion Zollo resignation accepted; Matt Yanarella appointed to fill term (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous aye)

Parks & Recreation

The commission approved the April 21 minutes, with all members voting aye except V. Santos who abstained. Members assigned P. Monti, D. Ferretti, and B. Egan to lead the 2026‑2029 capital‑project planning effort. D. Ferretti approved a pickleball tournament for Labor Day weekend. The meeting was adjourned at 8:39 PM.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes, V. Santos abstained)
• Assigned P. Monti, D. Ferretti, and B. Egan to lead 2026‑2029 capital planning
• Approved T. Trombley’s pickleball tournament for Labor Day weekend
• Adjourned meeting at 8:39 PM (all ayes)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The commission adopted a 13‑point staff report and denied the incomplete Hopp Brook application. It also approved the release of a $5,000 soil and erosion performance control bond. Several past meeting minutes were approved, and invoices were paid. The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 pm.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (vote 3-0-1)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (vote 2-0-2)
• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (vote 2-0-2)
• Adopted 13‑point report and denied Hopp Brook application (all ayes)
• Released $5,000 Soil and Erosion Performance Control Bond (all ayes)
• Approved payment of invoices as presented (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 pm (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

The Selectmen approved several reports and budget transfers, all by unanimous voice vote. They adopted traffic measures on North and South Main Street, reducing the speed limit to 30 mph, changing parking sign durations, and adding turn lane markings effective immediately. The board also appointed Matthew Yanarella to the Library Board of Trustees and Elizabeth Falzone to the Conservation Commission, and awarded the ITB 25‑1 contract to Municipal Evaluation Services LLC.

• Approved budget transfers and forwarded to BOF (all ayes)
• Implemented Main St traffic changes: 30 mph speed limit, 2‑hour parking signs, new turn lines (all ayes)
• Appointed Matthew Yanarella to Library Board of Trustees (all ayes)
• Appointed Elizabeth Falzone to Conservation Commission (all ayes)
• Awarded ITB 25‑1 contract to Municipal Evaluation Services LLC (all ayes)
• Approved tax refunds totaling $1,061.32 (all ayes)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (04/14/2025) (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:39 PM (all ayes)

Water Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It then adjourned the May 12, 2025 meeting, also by unanimous vote. No other business was taken.

• Approved 04/14/2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board approved the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes and appointed Nancy King as an alternate for Bruce Richard. The board announced that the June 2025 meeting will be cancelled. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 04/10/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Nancy King as alternate for Bruce Richard (no vote recorded)
• Cancelled June 2025 ZBA meeting (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:37 PM (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the May 8, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 04/10/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 pm (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 3 special meeting after amending the attendance list. It also approved a subscription to Wix.com for the town’s Economic Development website. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:20 PM.

• Approved minutes of 03/03/2025 special meeting (All ayes)
• Approved subscription for Wix.com website (All ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 PM (All ayes)

Parks & Recreation

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 17 meeting. They also approved a motion to pay half of the spring movie licensing fee, up to $175. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of up to $175 for spring movie license (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The board approved the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It first changed the truck's assessment to $12,200, then amended it to $10,000, both with unanimous approval. The meeting was adjourned with all members voting aye.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (3-0)
• Changed truck assessment to $12,200 (3-0)
• Amended truck assessment to $10,000 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Safety Committee

The committee approved the 01/15/2025 minutes with five ayes and one abstention. Members discussed OSHA 300‑log management, CIRMA training materials, and the safety budget, noting $3,242 remaining and a $1,500 expense for annual hearing testing. Updates on completed town‑hall renovations and a suggestion for signage to the Assessor’s and Tax offices were reviewed. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved 01/15/2025 minutes (5 ayes, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous ayes)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting after a motion by David D’Amico and a second by Cody Brennan, with all members voting aye. No new business or ordinance updates were presented. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Cody Brennan, seconded by David D’Amico, also with all ayes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Finance voted to increase the First Selectman's salary by $4,000 to $66,000, a 6% raise. The draft budget was revised to remove the Town Planner position, add $33,000 for Region 16, increase dental insurance costs by $4,000, and reflect $12,000 in fuel savings, resulting in a net $25,000 increase. Supplemental tax calculations were removed, the tax collection rate set to 99%, and $100,000 taken from the Fund Balance to balance the budget. The mill rate was set at 0.65 and the April 22 Budget Workshop was cancelled, with a draft budget to be published by April 24 and a public hearing scheduled for May 7.

• Approved $4,000 increase to First Selectman's salary, raising it to $66,000 (6% increase)
• Removed Town Planner position from draft budget
• Added $33,000 increase for Region 16 budget
• Increased dental insurance expense by $4,000
• Recorded $12,000 fuel and heating savings, net budget increase $25,000
• Removed supplemental tax calculation and set tax collection rate to 99%
• Used $100,000 from Fund Balance to balance the budget
• Set mill rate increase to 0.65 and cancelled the 4/22/25 Budget Workshop

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes, each by unanimous voice vote. The board authorized a $5 payment toward a $225 invoice from the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. The board accepted the updated library by‑laws with an all‑aye vote. The minutes also noted the termination of a $2.1 million IMLS grant affecting state libraries.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved minutes (all aye)
• Approved $5 payment for Connecticut Museum of Culture and History invoice (all aye)
• Accepted updated by‑laws (all aye)

Board of Selectmen

The Selectmen approved the certified resolution for the Round 7 CT DECD CIF grant, estimating an $8 million award. They also reduced the site‑plan review fee to $85 per unit, added stop signs and stop lines on North Main Street, and placed no‑parking signs on all Main Street medians. Budget transfers, tax refunds of $1,131.88, and the dissolution of the Community Library Senior Center Building Committee were approved, along with numerous departmental reports.

• Adopted Round 7 CT DECD CIF grant resolution (all ayes)
• Reduced site‑plan review fee to $85/unit (all ayes)
• Added stop sign and stop line in each lane on N. Main St. (all ayes)
• Added no‑parking signs on all Main St. medians (all ayes)
• Approved budget transfers as presented (all ayes)
• Approved tax refunds totaling $1,131.88 (all ayes)
• Dissolved Community Library Senior Center Building Committee (all ayes)
• Approved various departmental reports (all ayes)

Water Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved 03/10/2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Beacon Falls Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved the regular meeting minutes from March 13, 2025. The board then unanimously moved to adjourn the April 10 meeting. No substantive zoning or policy decisions were made.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 PM (all ayes)

Conservation Commission

The commission approved the March 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes after a motion by Cody Muth and a second by Victor Santos, with all members voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:50 p.m. following a motion by Victor Santos, seconded by Cody Muth, also approved unanimously. No other business or policy decisions were taken.

• Approved 03/13/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission did not have a quorum, so no business was conducted. The meeting was limited to public comments. Chairman Steve J. Knapik adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance approved the March 25 budget workshop minutes with corrections. They agreed on a $400,000 interest figure, set budget workshop meetings for April 15 and April 22 (with a public hearing on May 7), and confirmed a $100,000 contingency. Both boards adjourned at 8:40 PM.

• Approved 3/25/25 Budget Workshop minutes with corrections (all ayes)
• Agreed $400,000 interest figure is reasonable
• Scheduled Budget Workshop for April 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
• Scheduled additional Budget Workshop for April 22, 2025 with public hearing on May 7
• Confirmed $100,000 contingency amount
• Motion to adjourn Board of Finance at 8:40 PM passed (all ayes)
• Motion to adjourn Board of Selectmen at 8:40 PM passed (all ayes)

Board of Finance

The Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance approved the March 25, 2025 Budget Workshop minutes with the corrections noted by Assessor L. Daigle, after a motion by S. Leeper and second by K. Lembo, with all ayes. They also agreed to hold the next Budget Workshop on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM, followed by the regular Board of Finance meeting, with all ayes. Additional workshops were scheduled for April 22 and a public hearing set for May 7, 2025.

• Approved 3/25/25 Budget Workshop minutes (all ayes)
• Scheduled Budget Workshop for 4/15/25 at 7:00 PM (all ayes)
• Scheduled additional Budget Workshop for 4/22/25 (all ayes)
• Set public hearing for 5/7/25 (all ayes)

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:16 PM. No formal approvals, denials, or other votes were recorded on the discussion items. The remaining agenda items were discussed but not decided.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 PM (all ayes)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. No bills were approved for payment. The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m. after a motion passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved no bills for payment (none)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (unanimous)

Museum and Rimmon Schoolhouse Committee

The committee approved the March 18 minutes. It appointed Sally DelMoro as a new member, with a unanimous aye vote. It also appointed Katie Hall as a new member, again approved unanimously.

• Approved 3/18 minutes (all aye)
• Appointed Sally DelMoro as committee member (all aye)
• Appointed Katie Hall as committee member (all aye)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen approved the March 11, 2025 minutes after a motion, second, one abstention and the rest voting aye. A second motion approved both the March 4 and March 11 Budget Workshop minutes with all members voting aye. The board then adjourned the meeting at 8:22 PM with unanimous approval.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (aye vote, 1 abstention)
• Approved March 4 and March 11 Budget Workshop minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 PM (all ayes)

Board of Finance

The Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance approved the March 11 budget workshop minutes after a motion and one abstention. They also approved both the March 4 and March 11 budget workshop minutes by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:22 PM by unanimous consent. No other substantive budget actions were decided.

• Approved 3/11/25 budget workshop minutes (aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved 3/4/25 and 3/11/25 budget workshop minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 PM (all ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the amended conditions for the Hopp Brook Estates project, including a fee reduction from $250 to $85 per unit and the addition of a planting‑plan condition, with all members voting aye. A motion to submit a fee‑waiver recommendation letter to the Board of Selectmen was also approved unanimously. The commission later moved to approve the special‑exception application for 53 Lancaster Drive with conditions, but the recorded vote tally is missing.

• Approved amended conditions for Hopp Brook Estates (all ayes)
• Reduced Hopp Brook Estates fee to $85 per unit (all ayes)
• Added Condition 27 planting plan for Hopp Brook Estates (all ayes)
• Approved letter to Board of Selectmen recommending fee waiver (all ayes)
• Motion to approve 53 Lancaster Drive special exception with conditions (seconded, vote result not recorded)