Brooklyn
Upcoming
Board of Selectmen
The Board of Selectmen will discuss renaming a portion of Old Tatnic Hill Road, review results of the America 250 Finale event, and address the denial of a Climate Resiliency Grant for Day Street. They will also continue the search for a Town Administrator. Additionally, Mark Masopust will not renew his term on the Zoning Board of Appeals.
- Discussion on renaming a portion of Old Tatnic Hill Road
- Denial of Climate Resiliency Grant for Day Street
- Discussion on results of America 250 Finale Event
- Search for Town Administrator
- Mark Masopust not renewing term on Zoning Board of Appeals
Fire Commissioners
This agenda contains only a cancellation notice for the July 8 meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners subcommittee. No substantive discussions, votes, or public hearings are scheduled. Residents should monitor official city channels for rescheduled dates.
- Meeting canceled; no substantive items or public hearings scheduled.
Bee City Committee
The committee will discuss and prioritize garden planning at Prince Hill, Riverside, Green Building, and Rt. 6 median. They will also review a draft resolution and consider Sustainable CT Matching Funds. Other items include web page updates, the Brooklyn Fair, and seed purchases.
- Prioritize gardens at Prince Hill, Riverside, Green Building, Rt. 6 median
- Discuss Sustainable CT Matching Funds
- Review draft resolution
- Update on seed purchase and BCC plans
- Social media and web page updates
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Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold hearings on a multi-family development and zoning text amendments. The board will also review several land subdivision and gravel bank renewal applications.
- Special Permit for 40-unit multi-family development at Old Tatnic Hill Road
- 2-lot subdivision at 24 Brown Road
- Gravel bank renewals on Maynard Road, Rukstella Road, and Pomfret Road
- Site plan for 60’ x 100’ accessory structure at 620 Wauregan Road
- Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment of Section 6.T.2.3
Board of Selectmen
The Memorial Day Parade Committee/America 250 Committee is discussing preparations for the parade and the Red, White & Brooklyn Bash, including a rain date, tractor and wagon for veterans, stage setup, volunteer sign-up, and a hot dog eating contest. The meeting will also approve prior minutes and take public comment.
- Discussion on rain date for parade
- Tractor and wagon for veterans
- Volunteer Sign-up List
- Hot Dog Eating Contest
- Stage setup
America 250
The Memorial Day Parade and America 250 Committee are meeting to coordinate event logistics. They will discuss a rain date and specific activities for the upcoming celebrations.
- Determination of a rain date
- Planning for Red, White & Brooklyn Bash
- Coordination of tractor and wagon transport for veterans
- Stage setup and volunteer recruitment
- Organization of a hot dog eating contest
Water Pollution Control Authority
This meeting has no available agenda. The only documents are revenue and expenditure reports for the period July 2025 through May 2026. No decisions or discussions are listed.
The WPCA approved three vouchers totaling $54,071.01, including a $42,571 USDA loan payment, $10,092.68 to various vendors, and $1,200.42 to Eversource. Minutes from May were also approved. No formal action was taken on sewer permit procedures or capacity planning, which remain under discussion.
- Approved Regular Meeting & Public Hearing minutes of May 27, 2026 (3-0)
- Approved Voucher #1706 for $10,092.68 (3-0)
- Approved Voucher #1648 for $1,200.42 to Eversource (3-0)
- Approved Voucher #1708 for $42,571.00 to USDA (3-0)
Board of Education
The Board of Education will review financial reports for fiscal year 2025 and current student enrollment. The meeting includes updates on facility improvements and a personnel evaluation in executive session.
- FY25 Financial Reports
- Enrollment Report
- BMS Generator update
- HVAC Building Committee update
- Superintendent Rayor evaluation
The Board unanimously approved transferring $167,459 from the general budget to non-lapsing accounts to complete the Brooklyn Middle School generator project and fund delayed technology initiatives. The meeting also included the approval of previous meeting minutes and updates on enrollment and facility projects.
- Approved May 27, 2026 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
- Authorized $146,309 transfer for BMS generator safety platform (5-0)
- Authorized $21,150 transfer for wireless and network management projects (5-0)
- Tabled outdoor classroom grant application
- Discussed HVAC project application status (submitted June 1)
- Discussed BES furniture samples for 3rd/4th grade classrooms
- Noted resignation of Parks and Recreation Director Amy Brosnan
- Confirmed enrollment finalized as of October 1
Economic Development Commission
The commission is meeting to check the progress of ongoing marketing, social media, and permitting projects. Members will also discuss local business events and regional economic reports from the BBA and NECID.
- Branding and marketing update
- Permitting flow chart review
- BBA calendar raffle fundraiser
- NECID report on Frito Lay sewer usage agreement in Killingly
Board of Selectmen
The committee will discuss parade details, including a tractor and wagon for veterans and additional participants. They will also plan the Red, White, Brooklyn Bash event, including a hot dog eating contest and trolley rides. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Follow-up on tractor and wagon for Veterans
- Discussion on hot dog eating contest
- Volunteer sign-up list for Red, White, Brooklyn Bash
- Trolley rides narrators and signs
- 1776 Senior Social set-up
The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed parade and event logistics. They voted to prohibit pets at the Red, White, Brooklyn Bash and parade, with an exception for service and guide dogs.
- Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approved motion banning non-service pets from event (motion by S. Blanchard, seconded by C. Crofts, passed)
- Assigned roles: J. Bellavance to contact Boy Scouts for parking and Pledge; R. Harlow to run hot dog eating contest; C. Rosen to run cake walk; V. Corriveau to run hobby horse obstacle course; A. Tanner in charge of trolley rides; C. Crofts to line up parade
America 250
The Memorial Day Parade and America 250 committees are meeting to coordinate event logistics. Discussions will focus on parade participants and the programming for the Red, White, Brooklyn Bash.
- Planning for Veterans' tractor and wagon transport
- Organization of a hot dog eating contest
- Coordination of trolley ride narrators and signage
- Setup for the 1776 Senior Social
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly adopt amendments to local regulations related to Special Session Act 25-1 (HB.8002). No public hearings or new applications are scheduled; the meeting otherwise includes routine items such as minutes approval and reports.
- Regulation amendments pertaining to Special Session Act 25-1 (HB.8002)
Housing Authority
The scheduled regular meeting for the Brooklyn Housing Authority on June 17, 2026, has been cancelled. No official business will be conducted.
Board of Finance
This meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2026.
Inland Wetlands Commission
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a development proposal by Meehan Builders, LLC. The board will decide if the project's private roadway construction is permissible within the 125-foot upland review area.
- Application IWWC 26-003: 40 single-family condominium townhouses
- Project location: Old Tatnic Hill Road (Map 14, Lot 10)
- Review of activity in the 125-foot upland review area
Inland Wetlands Commission
The Inland Wetlands Commission will hold a public hearing and continue discussion on a proposal to build 40 single-family townhouses on Old Tatnic Hill Road, including construction of a private roadway within the 125-foot upland review area. They will also review new applications for sand and gravel excavation on River Walk Drive and a two-lot subdivision on Brown Road.
- Public hearing on IWWC 26-003: 40 townhouses with private roadway at Old Tatnic Hill Road
- New application GRVL 26-001: sand and gravel excavation at 10-32 River Walk Drive
- New application SUBD 26-001: 2-lot subdivision at 24 Brown Road
The commission approved minutes from the previous meeting (3-0-1). The only public hearing, for a proposed 40-unit townhouse development on Old Tatnic Hill Road, was continued to July 21, 2026. No applications were approved or denied.
- Approved May 19, 2026 minutes (3-0-1, Williams abstaining)
- Continued IWWC 26-003 (Meehan Builders) to July 21, 2026
Inland Wetlands Commission
The Inland Wetlands Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a private roadway for a new housing development. The board will also consider a new application for sand and gravel excavation on River Walk Drive.
- Public hearing: Meehan Builders, LLC proposal for 40 single-family condominium townhouses at Old Tatnic Hill Road (Map 14, Lot 10)
- Application review: Paul Lehto proposal for sand and gravel excavation at 10-32 River Walk Drive (Map 32, Lot 148)