Darien, CT
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DarienCT averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $2,474,421 +14.5% yr/yr · +62.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (89)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the All Other Boards & Commissions
- Hayes — Commissioner
- Mark Adiletta
- Craig Flaherty
- Mead
- Monica McNally
- P.E
- Redniss
- A. Janis
- E. Geiger
- Joe Pankowski
- Marcia Cleary
- Peter Eder
- Susan Kostin
- Suzanne Okie
- Aleksanda Moch
- Alex Lopozinski
- Amy Zabetakis
- Bill VanLoan
- Christina Hart
- Craig Jung
- D. Reilly
- Danielle Seitz
- Elizabeth Hall
- Elizabeth Lane
- Geraldine Genovese
- Harry Rocheville
- J. Stevensen
- Jack Davis
- James Bertoni
- Jayme Stevenson
- Jim Metzger
- Joe Miceli
- Joe Muro
- Kate Polselli
- Lois Schneider
- Mary McCarthy
- McChord Engineering Associates
- Mike Wheeler
- Pam Thompson
- Patti Bumgardner
- Per Sekse
- Rebecca Morrison
- Sarah Schwarz
- Seth Morton
- Tom Dempsey
- Tracey Whitehouse
- Wim Jessup
Who’s on the General
- Jon Zagrodzky
- Marcy Minnick
- Michael Burke
- Monica McNally
- Sarah Neumann
Who’s on the Representative Town Meeting
- Amy Zabetakis
- Ann-Gail Hult
- Anne King
- Ashley Guadano
- Bill VanLoan
- Curtis Butler
- David F. Bayne
- Douglas Creutz
- Dustin Gordon
- Elizabeth Lane
- Jack Davis
- Jan Raymond
- Janet Fitzsimons
- Jessica Cahill
- Jessica Engle
- Joe Miceli
- Jon Burleigh
- Joseph Bartning
- Joseph D. Miceli
- Karen Knapp
- Karen McNicoll
- Linda Tavlarios
- Liza Lucas
- Lois Schneider
- Mark Adiletta
- Mary-Nevin Gauthier
- Matt Baldwin
- Michael Casolo
- Mike Wheeler
- Patti Bumgardner
- Per Sekse
- Peter Orphanos
- Peter Savarine
- Petr Marousek
- Seth Morton
- Stephanie Rodousakis
- Todd Maloof
Municipal budget
Total revenue$170.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$200.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$155.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$25.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$9,326 (FY2023)
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:30
Parks & Recreation Commission
Parks & Recreation Commission to discuss FY28 budget and capital projects
The Commission will discuss the FY28 operating budget and capital improvement projects. Members will also vote on the meeting schedule for 2027.
- Discussion on FY28 Operating Budget
- Discussion on FY28 Capital Improvement Projects
- Vote on 2027 Commission Meeting Schedule
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2 Renshaw Road - Mather Center, Darien
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Parks and Recreation Commission
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Regular Meeting
Mather Center - Cafe Extension Room 113
AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Approval Of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from September 16, 2026, Regular Meeting
Public Comment
New Business
2. Discussion on FY28 Operating Budget
3. Discussion on FY28 Capital Improvement Projects
4. Discussion and vote on 2027 Commission Meeting Schedule
Old Business
Director's Report
5. Director’s Report – October 21, 2026
Chairman's Report
Any Other Business (Requires two-thirds vote of Commission)
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings
Next Regular Meeting: November 18, 2026, at Darien Town Hall Room 119
ADA Notice for Public Meetings
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer
Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days
prior to the meeting.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
HHR Building Committee to review project payments and flooding updates
The HHR Building Committee will meet virtually to review and take action on September payment applications for O&G/APC. The committee will also receive a financial update and a report on Holmes and Hindley following flooding on September 13th.
- Action on September O&G/APC Pay Apps
- Update on Holmes and Hindley flooding from September 13th
- Financial update
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TOWN OF DARIEN
HHR BUILDING COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026
VIRTUAL MEETING 6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Approval of Meeting Minutes from HHRBC Meeting on September 16, 2026
2. Public Comment
PROJECT UPDATES
3. Review and Take Action on September O&G/APC Pay Apps
4. Financial Update
5. Update on Holmes and Hindley after Flooding on September 13th
ADJOURNMENT
UPCOMING EVENTS
Next meeting: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment to HHRBC by either:
1. Attending a meeting (on Zoom) and speaking for up to 2 minutes during the designated
public comment period or by designating another member of the public to provide their
comments.
2. Sending written comment via e-mail to ([email protected]) prior to the
start of the meeting. Emails sent to this address will be distributed to the full membership
of the committee. Emails will not be read aloud during the meeting.
Broadcast and Replay
HHRBC meetings are broadcast via DarienTV on DarienTV.com (https://darientv.com)
In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 09:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Commission on Aging to meet October 21
The Commission on Aging will hold a regular meeting to discuss September minutes and receive reports from Human Services and the Mather Center.
- Human Services and Mather Center Report
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2 Renshaw Road, Darien, Connecticut
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Commission on Aging
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 9 a.m.
Regular Meeting
Darien Town Hall - Room 206
AGENDA
Call To Order
Discussion of September Minutes
Human Services and Mather Center Report
Old Business
New Business
Adjournment
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Next Meeting:
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, Darien Town Hall, Room 119, at 9 a.m.
ADA Notice
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer
Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days
prior to the meeting.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:30
Parks & Recreation Commission
Commission to vote on 2027 fee schedule and POCD comments
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review and vote on comments on the draft Plan of Conservation and Development, discuss and vote on the 2027 fee schedule, and consider accepting a donation for sports safety netting at McGuane Park. They will also select an acting chair for this meeting and hear director's and chairman's reports.
- Draft comments on Town of Darien Plan of Conservation and Development
- 2027 Fee Schedule discussion and vote
- Donation for Sports Safety Netting at McGuane Park
- Selection of Acting Chair for October 21, 2026 meeting
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2 Renshaw Road, Darien
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Parks and Recreation Commission
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Regular Meeting
Weed Beach Paddle Hut
AGENDA
Call To Order
Approval Of Minutes
1. Approval of the Minutes from July 15, 2026, Regular Meeting
Public Comment
Old Business
2. Review and discussion of Town of Darien draft Plan of Conservation and
Development. Draft and vote on any comments and recommendations
the Commission would like to provide to the Planning & Zoning
Commission.
3. Discussion and vote of the 2027 Fee Schedule
New Business
4. Discussion and vote to accept donation for Sports Safety Netting at
McGuane Park
5. Discussion and vote for the selection of an Acting Chair for the October
21, 2026, meeting
Director's Report
6. Director's Report
Chairman's Report
7. Chairman's Report
Any Other Business (Requires two-thirds vote of Commission)
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings
ADA Notice for Public Meetings
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer
Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days
prior to the meeting.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Town of Darien
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 18:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Advisory Conservation Committee to discuss model conservation commission
The Advisory Conservation Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss a model conservation commission. The committee will also determine next steps.
- Discussion of model conservation commission
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2 Renshaw Road, Darien, Connecticut
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ADVISORY
CONSERVATION COMMITTEE
October 22, 2026
Darien Town Hall - Room 206
6:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
COMMITTEE WORK
• Discussion of model conservation commission
• Next Steps
PUBLIC COMMENTS *
ADJOURNMENT
* Public Comment – members of the public may provide public comment to the Committee by either:
1.
Attending a meeting in person (online for Zoom) and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the designated public comment
period or by designating another member of the public to provide their comments.
2.
Sending written comment via email to [email protected] prior to the start of the meeting. Emails sent
to this address are distributed to all Committee members. Emails will not be read aloud during the meeting.
Recordings of Committee meetings are available on DarienTV (https://darientv.com/)
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to participate in this meeting,
including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jenn Charneski at (203) 656-7333 or [email protected]
at least 2 business days prior to the meeting.
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
Town Hall Auditorium, Darien
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
RTM to vote on Board of Education Administrators Union Contract
The Representative Town Meeting will meet to consider a vote not to reject the Board of Education Administrators Union Contract. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and announcements.
- Vote not to reject the Board of Education Administrators Union Contract
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2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
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REPRESENTATIVE TOWN MEETING
TOWN OF DARIEN, CONNECTICUT
WARNING
The Regular Representative Town Meeting will be held on October 26, 2026 at
7:30 P. M. in the Town Hall Auditorium.
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AGENDA:
1. Call to Order
2. Acceptance of the Agenda
3. Announcements- Chair of the RTM Nominating Committee- Lois Schneider
4. Approve Minutes for the September 28, 2026 RTM Meeting
5. Vote not to reject the Board of Education Administrators Union Contract
Primary- RTM Education Committee Secondary- F&B Committee
The Meeting is public and subject to the Rules of Procedure of the Representative Town
Meeting and Robert’s Rules of Order, Revised. Any elector of the Town may speak at
the Meeting, but only Town Meeting Members are authorized to vote.
Seth W. Morton, Moderator
Mark R. Adiletta, Clerk
Darien, Connecticut
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact
Jennifer Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or [email protected] at least 2
business days prior to the meeting.
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Darien TV Advisory Committee to meet virtually
The Darien TV Advisory Committee will meet to discuss programming, technology, and budget updates. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session.
- Programming discussion
- Technology discussion
- Budget update
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Darien TV Advisory Committee Meeting
October 27, 2026, 7 pm
Virtual
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. Adjourn to Executive Session
4. Programming
5. Technology
6. Budget update
7. New Business
8. Public Comment
9. Adjournment
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Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Town of Darien
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 09:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Darien Beautification Commission to select basket colors
The Darien Beautification Commission will meet to select basket colors and schedule meetings for the following year. The body will also review reports on weeding, pruning, and the 'That’s My Brick' project.
- Basket color selection
- Meeting schedule for next year
- Treasurer’s Report
- Weeding and Pruning Report
- That’s My Brick project update
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Town Hall Room 119, Darien
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DARIEN BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
November 4th, 2026, 9:00am
Darien Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road, Room 119
Call to Order
New Business
1.
Basket Color selection
2.
Schedule meetings for next year
Old Business
1.
Open Commission spots (Sarah Schwarz)
2.
Treasurer’s Report (Tracey Whitehead)
3.
Weeding and Pruning Report (Elizabeth Hall)
4.
That’s My Brick (Pamela Thompson)
5.
US Flags (Danielle Seitz)
6.
Hanging Baskets (Tracey Whitehead)
7.
Instagram/Website/Email Correspondence (Danielle Seitz)
Additional business (requires 2/3rds vote)
Minutes from the September 9th, 2026 meeting and October 14th meeting
Upcoming Meetings: 12/9/26
Adjournment
Broadcast and Replay: Darien Beautification Commission meetings are broadcast via DarienTV on DarienTV.com (https://
darientv.com)
ADA Notice: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to participate in
this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer Charneski, Town Administrator at
203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days prior to the meeting.
Public Comment: Members of the public may provide public comment to the Commission by attending a meeting in person
and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the designated public comment period or by designating another member of the
public to provide their comments.
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
25 Hecker Avenue, Darien
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Selectmen
2 Renshaw Road, Darien, Connecticut
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 16:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 15:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:30
RTM Committee
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Mather Center Cafe, Darien
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 19:30
Parks & Recreation Commission
2 Renshaw Road - Town Hall, Darien
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
25 Hecker Avenue, Darien
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
Town Hall Auditorium, Darien
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
719 Post Road, Darien
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 19:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 16:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
25 Hecker Avenue, Darien
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 19:30
Representative Town Meeting
Town Hall Auditorium, Darien
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 206, Darien
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 09:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 16:00
General
2 Renshaw Road, Darien, Connecticut
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 19:30
Parks & Recreation Commission
2 Renshaw Road - Town Hall, Darien
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
25 Hecker Avenue, Darien
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Mar 30, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Virtual
Wed Apr 7, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed May 5, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue May 18, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed May 19, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed May 26, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jun 2, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jun 16, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jul 7, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Virtual
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Wed Jul 21, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Jul 28, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Aug 4, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Wed Sep 1, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Sep 15, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Sep 22, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Oct 6, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Oct 12, 2027 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Virtual
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Oct 20, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Oct 27, 2027 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Wed Nov 3, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Nov 16, 2027 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
2 Renshaw Road, Darien
Tue Nov 16, 2027 · 19:30
Board of Finance
2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 08:30
Board of Selectmen
Board of Selectmen to receive department head reports
The Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting to hear reports from department heads. The agenda contains only procedural items.
town-administrationdepartment-reports
2 Renshaw Road, Darien, Connecticut
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Board of Selectmen
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Regular Meeting
Darien Town Hall - Room 206
AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Department Heads Reports
Adjournment
*Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment to the Board of Selectmen by either:
1. Attending a meeting in person and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the designated public comment
period or by designating another member of the public to provide their comments.
2. Sending written comment via email to [email protected] prior to the start of the meeting with the words
"Public Comment" and the meeting date in the subject line. Emails sent to this address are distributed to
all BOS members. Emails will not be read aloud during the meeting.
Broadcast and Replay
Board of Selectmen meetings are broadcast via DarienTV on DarienTV.com (https://darientv.com) and
are available for replay at DarienTV.
ADA Notice
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer
Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days
prior to the meeting.
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00
General
2 Renshaw Road, darien
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Operations Planning Committee to discuss 2027 meeting schedule
The Operations Planning Committee will meet to review reports from various town boards and commissions. The committee is scheduled to discuss and approve the meeting calendar for 2027.
- Approval of 2027 OPC Meeting Schedule
- Approval of September 15, 2026 meeting minutes
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Operations Planning Committee
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Regular Meeting
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AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Board Reports
1. Board of Selectmen: First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky
2. Board of Education: Chairman Robin Nelson
3. Board of Finance: Chairman Jim Palen
4. Planning & Zoning Commission: Chairman Steve Olvany
5. RTM: Moderator Seth Morton
6. Parks & Recreation Commission: Chairman Lori Bora
7. State Representative: Tracy Mara
New Business
8. Discuss and Approve a 2027 OPC Meeting Schedule
Approval Of Minutes
9. Approval of OPC September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings
Broadcast and Replay
OPC meetings are broadcast via DarienTV on DarienTV.com (https://darientv.com/)
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OPC 2027 Meeting Dates
Tuesday
January 19
4:00 PM
Virtual
Tuesday
February 23*
4:00 PM
Virtual
Tuesday
March 16
4:00 PM
Virtual
Tuesday
April 20
4:00 PM
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
Board of Finance to consider fund transfers and DPS DAA contract
The Board of Finance will discuss and take action on several budget transfers and the 2027 meeting calendar. The board will also review a financial report through September 30, 2026, and consider a recommendation regarding the DPS DAA contract to the RTM.
- Transfer of $125,000 to the NHFD Retaining Wall Project
- Transfer of $15,800 to Public Works Facility Repair & Maintenance
- Transfer of $6,000 for Planning & Zoning Consulting Services
- Transfer of $598 for Great Island Parking Design Professional Services
- Recommendation of the DPS DAA contract to the RTM
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Board of Finance
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Regular Meeting
Darien Town Hall - Room 206
AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Public Comment
Transfers
1. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $15,800 to Public
Works Facility Repair & Maintenance
2. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $6,000 Planning &
Zoning Consulting Services
3. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $598 to Great Island
Parking Design Professional Services
4. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $125,000 to the
NHFD Retaining Wall Project
Discussion And Action
5. Discuss and Take Action on the Proposed 2027 Meeting Calendar
6. Discuss and Take Action on the recommendation of the DPS DAA
contract to the RTM.
Financial Report
7. Financial Report through September 30, 2026
Approval Of Minutes
8. BOF Minutes 9-15-26
Special Assignments / Committee Reports
Chairman's Report
New Business
Agenda Review
Adjournment
*Public Comment
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meeting in person and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the designated public comment period listed
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00
General
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Architectural Review Board to review signage and facade applications
The Architectural Review Board will hold application hearings for several commercial properties. The board will also vote on the 2027 meeting calendar and the September 2026 minutes.
- ARB-29-2026: Playground revisions at 1864 Boston Post Road (St. Lukes Church)
- ARB-40-2026: Pole sign at 671 Boston Post Road (Brown Harris Stevens/Liberty Yacht)
- ARB-43-2026: Wall, blade, and awning signs at 0 Market Street (ONDINE)
- ARB-45-2026: Monument sign at 2 Thorndal Circle
- ARB-47-2026: Façade at 23 Old King’s Highway South (Fletcher Building)
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ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
DARIEN, CONNECTICUT
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
There will be a meeting of the Architectural Review Board on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. in
Mather Center Cafe. All materials relative to each of the applications can be found at:
https://darienct.viewpointcloud.com
• Opening of Meeting & Roll Call of ARB Members
• Application Hearings:
Old Business:
Contact:
ARB-29-2026 (PL-26-94 in Viewpoint online system)
W. Gleason
(1864 Boston Post Road, St. Lukes Church, revisions to playground)
ARB-40-2026 (PL-26-126 in Viewpoint online system)
J. Chen
(671 Boston Post Road, Brown Harris Stevens/Liberty Yacht, pole sign)
ARB-43-2026 (PL-26-142 in Viewpoint online system)
K. Kane
(0 Market Street, ONDINE, 1 wall, 1 blade, 1 awning)
New Business:
ARB-45-2026 (PL-26-156 in Viewpoint online system)
A. Levy
(2 Thorndal Circle, Thorndal Circle, monument sign)
ARB-46-2026 (PL-26-157 in Viewpoint online system)
L. Elwell
(0 Market Street, Pura Vida, wall and blade signs)
ARB-47-2026 (PL-26-158 in Viewpoint online system)
M. McGovern
(23 Old King’s Highway South, Fletcher Building, façade)
ARB-44-2026 (PL-26-155 in Viewpoint online system)
M. McNally
(40 Great Island Road, Great Island, signage)
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Advisory Sidewalk Committee to review BSC implementation scoring
The Advisory Sidewalk Committee will meet to review and discuss scoring matrices and rankings for BSC implementation. The committee will also address raw score tiering.
- Review of BSC Implementation scoring matrix
- Discussion of consolidated score sheet rankings
- Review of raw score tiering
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TOWN OF DARIEN
ADVISORY SIDEWALK COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING
OCTOBER 20, 2026
9:30 am / Room 213
Agenda
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Advisory Sidewalk Committee October 1, 2026 Minutes
3. Chairman’s Report
4. Scoring Matrix – BSC Implementation score review
5. Consolidated Score Sheets – Discuss Score Ranking
6. Raw Score Tiering
7. Upcoming Calendar (Oct 29, Nov 12)
8. Adjourn
Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment to the Advisory Sidewalk Committee (ASC) by
sending written comment via email to Chairman Mark Cohen [email protected] prior to the start of the
meeting. Emails sent to this address are distributed to all ASC members. Emails will not be read aloud during the
meeting.
Broadcast and Replay
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Finance
Board of Finance to consider salary transfer and financial report
The Darien Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on a transfer to Josh's salary, review the financial report, and handle routine items such as approving minutes and committee reports. Public comment is invited.
- Transfer to Josh's Salary
- Financial Report
- Approval of Minutes
- Special Assignments / Committee Reports
- Chairman's Report
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Board of Finance
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Regular Meeting
Darien Town Hall - Room 206
AGENDA
Call To Order
Public Comment
Transfers
1. Transfer to Josh's Salary
Discussion And Action
Financial Report
Approval Of Minutes
Special Assignments / Committee Reports
Chairman's Report
New Business
Agenda Review
Adjournment
*Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment to the Board of Finance by either (i) attending a
meeting in person and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the designated public comment period listed
on the agenda or (ii) sending written comment via email to Board of Finance Email prior to the start of the
meeting. Public comment received by email prior to the start of the meeting will be part of the public
record for such meeting and will be attached to the meeting minutes and published accordingly.
Broadcast and Replay
Board of Finance meetings are broadcast via Darien TV79 on Channel 79 DarienTV79.com (DarienTV
Website)
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participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer
Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days
prior to the meeting.
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
RTM Education Committee to vote on public schools administrators' contract
The RTM Education Committee will meet to discuss and vote on the Darien Public Schools Administrators’ Contract. The committee will also review minutes from the September 28, 2026 meeting.
- Vote on Darien Public Schools Administrators’ Contract
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Town of Darien, Connecticut
RTM Education Committee
Regular Meeting of the RTM Education Committee
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 7:30PM
Darien Town Hall, Room 119
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Chairperson report
3. Approve minutes from 9/28/2026 meeting
4. Discussion of Darien Public Schools Administrators’ Contract
5. Vote on Darien Public Schools Administrators’ Contract
6. Discussion of any other items relating to Darien Public Schools and the
RTM Education Committee
7. Schedule reminder; next RTM Education Committee meeting is Monday,
November 2nd at 7:30PM in Room 119
8. Motion to adjourn
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Selectmen
Board of Selectmen to consider fund transfers and Great Island usage policy
The Board of Selectmen will discuss the Great Island Usage Policy and consider several budget transfers. The meeting also includes appointments for the Town Pension Committee and the Town Assessor.
- Request to transfer $125,000 to the NHFD Retaining Wall Project
- Request to transfer $15,800 to Public Works Facility Repair & Maintenance
- Request to transfer $6,000 for Planning & Zoning Consulting Services
- Request to transfer $598 to Great Island Parking Design Professional Services
- Appointment of Gregory Stackpole as Assessor for a three-year term
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Board of Selectmen
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Regular Meeting
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AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Presentations
1. Sidewalk Committee Update
First Selectman’s Report
Board Liaison Reports
Public Comment
Great Island
2. Continue Discussion of Great Island Usage Policy
Transfers
3. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $15,800 to Public
Works Facility Repair & Maintenance
4. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $6,000 Planning &
Zoning Consulting Services
5. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $598 to Great Island
Parking Design Professional Services
6. Discuss and Take Action on a Request to Transfer $125,000 to the
NHFD Retaining Wall Project
Appointments
7. Reappoint a Member to the Town Pension Committee
8. Appoint Gregory Stackpole as Assessor for a Three-Year Term
Beginning November 9, 2026
Minutes
9. Approval of Minutes for:
October 5, 2026 Regular Meeting
Agenda Review
10. Update on Parking Strategy
Update on Charter & Ordinance Review
Update on Town Drainage Projects (11/9)
Update on Agreement with Post 53
Upcoming Meetings
11. Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30 a.m. Joint Department Heads (Room
206)
Monday November 9, 2026 Regular Meeting (Room 206)
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Finance & Budget Committee to review union contract and fire department funding
The RTM Finance & Budget Committee will meet to take action on a DPS DAA union contract. Members will also consider an additional appropriation for the Noroton Heights FD project. Other discussions include the Board of Education budget review calendar and committee leadership on ordinances and charter revisions.
- Action on DPS DAA union contract
- Proposed $125,000 additional appropriation for Noroton Heights FD project
- Board of Education budget review calendar
- Discussion on proposed ordinance, charter revision, and practices
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FINANCE & BUDGET COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE TOWN MEETING
TOWN OF DARIEN
** WARNING REGULAR MEETING**
A Regular Meeting of the RTM Finance & Budget Committee will be held virtually on Monday,
October 19, 2026, at 7:30 pm. See virtual info at bottom of agenda.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Discuss and take action on DPS DAA union contract
3. Discuss and possibly take action on an additional appropriation for the Noroton Heights FD project
for the amount of $125,000
4. Other business
•
Calendar for BOE budget review as discussed October 13th
•
Discuss receipt of school reports for members without children in the school system
at this time
•
Discuss project the committee believes the committee should lead among the
proposed ordinance, charter revision and practices
•
Preliminary discussions on reviewing budgets
5. Minutes
6. Adjourn
Respectfully submitted –
Jack Davis, RTM F&B Committee Chair
RTM Finance & Budget Monday, October 19, 2026
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 16:00
General
25 Hecker Avenue, Darien
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Darien Police Commission to discuss pedestrian safety and personnel
The Police Commission will meet to review department activity and address public concerns regarding traffic and pedestrian safety. The body will also consider a pay step increase for Lt. Schwengerer and hold an executive session on personnel matters.
- Public comment on Edgerton Street speed and signage
- Public comment on pedestrian safety at Brookside Rd. and Old Kings Hwy.
- Public comment on pedestrian safety on US 1 at the Darien YMCA
- Lt. Schwengerer to Step 2 effective 09/28/2026
- Executive session regarding personnel matters
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✓ Decided: Police Commission approves pay step for Lt. Schwengerer
The Commission approved a pay step for Lt. Schwengerer and reviewed department activity and crime statistics. Residents requested traffic engineering studies and safety signage for several local intersections. The Commission and Captain Hudyma will investigate the requested traffic issues.
- Approved minutes from September 17, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Lt. Schwengerer to Step 2 effective 09/28/26 (unanimous)
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Darien Police Commission
Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Regular Meeting
Police Headquarters
AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order: Meeting 2514
Approval Of Minutes
1. 09/17/26
Correspondence
2. Wonder delivers lunch on 09/24/26. Thank you note sent.
3. So Fresh Doughnut Co. delivered doughnuts on 10/7/26. Thank you note
sent.
4. Resident delivers pizza, treats & thank you card on 10/12/26 after aided
call on 10/11/26 (Ofcs. Moura & Costantini).
Department Activity
Public Comment
5. Thomas Thorndike / Edgerton Street speed concerns and signage.
6. Susan McGovern / Brookside Rd. @ Old Kings Hwy. No. intersection
pedestrian safety.
7. Carolyn Matos-Montes / Pedestrian safety measures on US 1 at the
Darien YMCA.
Old Business
Traffic Issues
8. P & Z Applications
Building Issues
New Business
9. Lt. Schwengerer to Step 2 effective 09/28/2026.
Adjourn To Executive Session
10. Discussion on personnel matters.
Adjourn To Open Session
Adjournment
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Minutes for the
DARIEN POLICE COMMISSION
October 15, 2026
Regular Meeting at 4:00 PM
Present: The 2514th meeting of the Darien Police Commission was held on the above
date. In attendance were Commissioner Huffard, Commissioner Cunningham, Captain
Hudyma, Captain Mastroianni, and Richard LaBella, recording secretary. Darien TV79
was present to record the meeting in public session.
Absent: Commissioner Hayes, Chief Marron.
Call To Order: The meeting was called to order at 4:01 PM.
Approval Of Minutes
Commissioner Cunningham motioned to approve the minutes of the meeting held
September 17, 2026, seconded by Commissioner Huffard. All were in favor. The time
was 4:02 PM.
Correspondence
Wonder delivers lunch on 09/24/26. Thank you note sent.
So Fresh Doughnut Co. delivered doughnuts on 10/07/26. Thank you note sent.
Resident delivers pizza, treats & thank you card on 10/12/26 after aided call on 10/11/26.
Responding officers were Ofc. Moura and Ofc. Costantini.
Department Activity
Captain Hudyma reported the following department activity from September 17, 2026 to
October 15, 2026, as prepared by Lt. T.J. Whyte.
Notable Incidents:
•
An update to the robbery incident that occurred on September 15 at the Exxon
Gas Station: on September 17, a patrol officer conducted a traffic stop and
learned that the operator, a Darien resident, had an active arrest warrant out of
Derby. During her investigation, the officer found clothing items matching those
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Advisory Sidewalk Committee to discuss location scoring and reporting
The Advisory Sidewalk Committee is meeting to discuss a scoring matrix for sidewalk locations and review implementation scores. The committee will also discuss tiering locations and drafting an interim report for the Board of Selectmen.
- Discussion of location scoring matrix
- Review of BSC implementation scores
- Consolidated summary of need, implementation, and length scores
- Discussion on tiering of locations
- Drafting update slides for the interim report to the Board of Selectmen
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TOWN OF DARIEN
ADVISORY SIDEWALK COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING
October 15, 2026
9:30 am / Room 206*
Agenda
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1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Advisory Sidewalk Committee Past Meeting Minutes
3. Scoring Matrix – Discussion of Locations
4. Review BSC Implementation Scores
5. Consolidated Summary of Scores (Need / Implementation / Length) (K McCarthy)
6. BOS Report Outline
7. Tiering of Locations Discussion
8. Draft Update Slides for Interim Report to BOS
9. Next Workstreams / Upcoming Calendar
10. Adjourn
Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment to the Advisory Sidewalk Committee (ASC) by
sending written comment via email to Chairman Mark Cohen [email protected] prior to the start of the
meeting. Emails sent to this address are distributed to all ASC members. Emails will not be read aloud during the
meeting.
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meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer Charneski, own Administrator
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Auditorium, Darien
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
Darien Public Works Committee to review infrastructure and environmental reports
The Public Works Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and receive reports on various town infrastructure areas. The agenda does not list specific new business items or pending votes.
- Reports on roads, sidewalks, and parking
- Reports on recycling facility and swap shop
- Reports on sewer commission
- Reports on sustainability, environmental, and coastal waters
- Reports on town buildings, land, drainage, dams, and bridges
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Town of Darien
Representative Town Meeting
Public Works Committee
Regular Meeting – Agenda
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
Town Hall – Room 206
1. Call to Order
2. Approve Minutes for Sept 16, 2026 meeting
3. Reports on Public Works Topic Areas
•
Roads, Sidewalks & Parking
•
Recycling Facility and Swap Shop
•
Sewer Commission
•
Sustainability, Environmental and Coastal Waters
•
Town Buildings & Land
•
Drainage/Flooding Projects
•
Dams/Bridges/Infrastructure Projects incl. Great Island
4. New Business
5. Adjourn
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
RTM P&R Committee to discuss 2026 POCD draft and Town Code revisions
The Representative Town Meeting Planning and Research Committee will meet to discuss the draft 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) and Parks & Recreation. The committee will also review items for Town Code and Charter Revision.
- Draft 2026 POCD update and discussion
- Town Code & Charter Revision "Advance Now" items
- Pear Tree Beach Building Committee updates
- Advisory Commission on Coastal Waters updates
- Great Island and Monuments & Ceremonies updates
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RTM P&R COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
10/14/26 In Person Meeting TH Rm 119
Hybrid via Zoom 7:30 pm
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1. Call to Order
2. Attendance
3. Approval of Minutes: 6/3/26
4. Update & Discussion: Draft 2026 POCD; Parks & Recreation
5. Discussion: “Advance Now” items for Town Code & Charter Revision
6. Updates: Pear Tree Beach Building Committee, Monuments & Ceremonies,
Beautification, Advisory Commission on Coastal Waters, Great Island
(Volunteer needed to follow Five Mile River Commission.)
7. Chairman’s Report
8. Other Business
9. Adjourn
Please RSVP to Patti Bumgardner ([email protected]) or Adele
Conniff ([email protected]). We need 8 members present to constitute a
quorum.
Next PRC Meeting: 10/21/26
Next RTM Meeting: 10/26/26
Next RTM P&R Committee Meeting: 11/17/26
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 12:15
All Other Boards & Commissions
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 12:15
All Other Boards & Commissions
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Blight Review Board to hold special meeting on October 14
The Blight Review Board will meet to discuss litigation in executive session and review the status of properties. The board will also consider a meeting schedule for 2027.
- Executive session for litigation discussion pursuant to CGS Dec.1-200 (6)(B)
- Review of property statuses
- Proposed 2027 meeting schedule
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Blight Review Board
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Special Meeting
Room 206
AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Adjourn To Executive Session
Adjourn to Executive Session for Litigation Discussion Pursuant to CGS Dec.1-200
(6)(B)
Adjourn To Open Session
New Business
1) Take action as determined in Executive Session
2) Discuss and approve proposed 2027 meeting schedule
Old Business
3) Review status of properties and take action as determined by Board
Minutes
4) Approval of minutes of the meetings of June 10, 2026
Upcoming Meetings
5) November 18, 2026
Adjournment
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comment, please contact Jennifer Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or
[email protected] at least 2 business days prior to the meeting.
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 12:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Sustainability Advisory Committee to discuss gas-powered leaf blowers
The Advisory Committee on Sustainability will meet to discuss gas-powered leaf blowers and waste management. The meeting includes a period for public comment.
- Discussion on gas powered leaf blowers
- Discussion on waste management
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✓ Decided: Sustainability Committee proposes phased restrictions on leaf blowers
The committee reviewed survey results from over 800 residents and seven landscaping businesses regarding leaf blower use. Members reached a general agreement to pursue a phased approach involving seasonal and time-of-day restrictions and a municipal transition to electric equipment. No final ordinance language or detailed restrictions were adopted.
- Agreed on general direction for recommendations including seasonal and time-of-day restrictions
- Proposed a phased conversion of municipal equipment to electric alternatives
- Tasked Mohan Hanumantha to request a meeting to present survey results and review neighboring-town practices
- Committed to reviewing an air-quality study mentioned in public comment
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TOWN OF DARIEN, CT
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON SUSTAINABILITY
MEETING AGENDA – Oct 14 , 2026
DATE:
Oct 14, 2026
TIME:
12:15 PM
LOCATION: Town Hall, Room 206 , Virtual Teams Meeting
Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/224052864116807?p=xg9MpEfmvWXS7aDEDn
Meeting ID: 224 052 864 116 807
Passcode: AQ33eR66
12:15 pm
Call to Order
1) Public Comment : 3 Mins
2) Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes – SB/MH: 2 Mins
3) Gas powered leaf blowers – All: 30 Mins
4) Waste Management - CV and all: 10 Mins
5) AOB
Adjourn
Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment to Sustainability Advisory Committee by either:
1. Attending a meeting in person (online for Zoom) and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the
designated public comment period or by designating another member of the public to provide their
comments.
2. Sending written comment via e-mail to (insert the main email address for the committee) prior to the
start of the meeting. Emails sent to this address will be distributed to the full membership of the
committee. Emails will not be read aloud during the meeting.
Broadcast and Replay
Sustainability Advisory Committee meetings are broadcast via DarienTV on DarienTV.com
(https://darientv.com)
In accordance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to participate in this
meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer Charneski, Town
Admini …
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Minutes for the
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON SUSTAINABILITY
October 14, 2026
Regular Meeting at 12:15 PM
Attendance
Present: Suman Bopaiah, Mohan Hanumantha, Abigail Hausberg, Cliff van Voorhees
Absent: NA
Call To Order: 12:18 PM
Public Comment: No in-person or online comments. A written public comment was
distributed.
Topics Discussed
Leaf Blower Survey Results Review
• The committee reviewed the community survey and landscaper outreach. The
community survey received more than 800 responses; the meeting discussion
also referenced 862 responses. Seven landscaping businesses completed a
separate survey aimed at landscaping businesses.
• Survey results were recognized as voluntary rather than a randomized scientific
sample. Key themes included noise, air quality, wildlife and respiratory impacts,
equipment costs and capabilities, and the practical effect of restrictions on
landscaping businesses.
• Reported findings included approximately 70% concern about noise, 48%
concern about air quality, 63% support for restrictions, and 62.8% selecting
seasonal or time-of-day limits as a reasonable starting point. Members noted that
non-resident responses were limited and still relevant to people who spend time
in town seasonally.
• Landscaper feedback emphasized cost, equipment performance, scheduling,
and the difficulty of complying with different rules across neighboring towns.
Members also noted that some concerns may reflect older electric-equipment
techno …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 19:00
Planning & Zoning Commission
P&Z to discuss High School stadium lighting and 2026-2036 conservation plan
The Planning & Zoning Commission will deliberate on the 2026-2036 Plan of Conservation and Development and a court-remanded matter regarding noise regulations for stadium lighting at Darien High School. The body will also consider a pool installation at 244 Long Neck Point Road and a playground relocation for Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church.
- Possible appointment of a candidate to replace Jamie Zionic
- Proposed 20'x 50' in-ground pool and sewer connection at 244 Long Neck Point Road
- Deliberations on the 2026-2036 Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD)
- Decision on lighting and public address facilities at Stadium Field (2 & 80 High School Lane)
- Public hearing for playground relocation at Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1864 Boston Post Road
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2 Renshaw Rd, Darien
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M E M O R A N D U M
TO:
Town Clerk
Park and Recreation Department
Public Works Department
FROM:
Jeremy B. Ginsberg, AICP
Fred W. Doneit, AICP
DATE:
October 7, 2026
SUBJECT:
Planning & Zoning Commission Special Meeting—Wednesday, October 14, 2026
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at
7:00 P.M., in the Mather Center Café Extension, 2 Renshaw Road. The agenda is as follows:
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
AGENDA (SPECIAL MEETING)
Tuesday, October 14, 2026
7:00 P.M. Mather Center Café Ext.
GENERAL MEETING
Interview of potential candidate to replace Jamie Zionic and possible appointment.
Amendment to Coastal Site Plan Review #376 and Land Filling & Regrading Application #551,
RRE Holdings, LLC, 244 Long Neck Point Road. Proposal to construct a 20’x 50’ in-ground pool on
the southern portion of site, and to perform related site development activities within a regulated area,
including regrading of the property, installation of stormwater management, and connecting the main
residence and cabin on the property to sanitary sewer in Long Neck Point Road. The 1.13+/- acre subject
property is located on the west side of Long Neck Point Road approximately 0.44 miles south of its
intersection with Pear Tree Point Road, and is shown on Assessor’s Map #61 as Lot #13-8 in the R-1
Residential Zone.
Deliberations on the following:
2026-2036 Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 09:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Darien Beautification Commission to select basket colors
The Darien Beautification Commission will meet to select basket colors and schedule meetings for the upcoming year. The body will also review reports on weeding, pruning, and the 'That’s My Brick' project.
- Basket color selection
- Scheduling of next year's meetings
- Treasurer's report
- Weeding and pruning report
- US flags and hanging baskets updates
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✓ Decided: Darien Beautification Commission deferred flower selection and scheduled future meetings
The Darien Beautification Commission deferred discussion on next year's flower selection to a future meeting. The board confirmed its 2027 meeting schedule will remain at 9:00 AM on the second Wednesday of each month, pending room assignment. Treasurer Sarah Schwarz reported a balance of $28,509.01 and detailed recent gardening activities, including planting at Tokeneke and cleanup at various town locations.
- Deferred discussion on next year's flower selection to next meeting
- Confirmed 2027 meeting schedule: 9:00 AM, second Wednesday of each month
- Reported treasurer balance of $28,509.01
- Assigned members to send thank-you notes for 'That's My Brick' purchases
- Tasked Tracey Whitehouse to contact supplier regarding hanging basket performance
- Scheduled vote on 9/9 and 10/14 minutes for next meeting
- Adjourned meeting at 9:42 AM (unanimous)
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
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DARIEN BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING
October 14th, 2026, 9:00am
Darien Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road, Room 119
Call to Order
New Business
1.
Basket Color selection
2.
Schedule meetings for next year
Old Business
1.
Open Commission spots (Sarah Schwarz)
2.
Treasurer’s Report (Tracey Whitehead)
3.
Weeding and Pruning Report (Elizabeth Hall)
4.
That’s My Brick (Pamela Thompson)
5.
US Flags (Danielle Seitz)
6.
Hanging Baskets (Tracey Whitehead)
7.
Instagram/Website/Email Correspondence (Danielle Seitz)
Additional business (requires 2/3rds vote)
Minutes from the September 9th, 2026 meeting
Upcoming Meetings: 11/11/26, 12/9/26
Adjournment
Broadcast and Replay: Darien Beautification Commission meetings are broadcast via DarienTV on DarienTV.com (https://
darientv.com)
ADA Notice: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to participate in
this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer Charneski, Town Administrator at
203-656-7338 or Jennifer Charneski Email at least 2 business days prior to the meeting.
Public Comment: Members of the public may provide public comment to the Commission by attending a meeting in person
and speaking for up to 3 minutes during the designated public comment period or by designating another member of the
public to provide their comments.
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Darien Beautification Meeting Minutes Room 119, Darien Town Hall 10/14/2026
Present: Sarah Schwarz Chair, Elizabeth Hall Secretary and Vice Chair, Tracey Whitehouse
Treasurer, Amanda Segura, Colleen Kalvaitis.
Not Present: Pam Thompson and Danielle Seitz.
Meeting Called to Order by Chair at 9:12 AM
New Business: color flower selection for next year: skip discussion until next meeting.
Meetings scheduled for next year: we will keep to 9:00 AM on the second Wednesday of the
month. We are awaiting our room assignment.
Old Business: nothing new on open commission spots
Treasurer's report : Balance $28,509.01. We paid Elder for watering in August and cleanup
at CVS, Mechanic, and Tokeneke gardens.
New plants were bought and planted at the Tokeneke garden on the island near the school.
Weeding, pruning, and planting:
Planted at Amy’s Smile some donated plants from Colleen, also Elder moved back boxwood
bushes, weeding and planting at Town Hall, Elder cleaned up exit 13 and 11 gardens,
weeding at Noroton Heights Train Station.
That’s My Brick: we will split up sending thank you notes to people who bought bricks. Sarah
will send us a copy of what we should write from Pam.
USA flags: Danielle is not here for an update.
Our hanging baskets are down, they didn’t do as well this year, let’s call Glassmeyer to find
out why the Grove Street baskets looked so much better. Tracey will tell our supplier.
No update on Instagram/Social media
No add …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:30
RTM Committee
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town Hall Room 206, Darien
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00
All Other Boards & Commissions
Town and Police Pension Boards to review investments and retirement applications
The Town Pension Board and Police Pension Board will meet to review investment manager reports and quarterly expenditures. The boards will also discuss and take action on retirement and refund applications.
- Investment Manager Report
- Report on Quarterly Invoices & Expenditures
- Retirement & Refund Applications
- Approval of 2027 Meeting Calendar
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✓ Decided: Town and Police Pension Boards approve retirement applications and 2027 calendar
The Joint Town and Police Pension Boards reviewed asset reports and approved all Town refund and retirement applications. The boards also approved the 2027 meeting calendar and the minutes from July 14, 2026.
- Approved all Town refund and retirement applications (unanimous)
- Approved 2027 meeting calendar (unanimous)
- Approved 7/14/26 minutes (unanimous)
Virtual
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Town Pension Board & Police Pension Board
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Regular Meeting
Virtual*
AGENDA
Attendance
Call To Order
Presentations
1. Investment Manager Report
2. Report on Quarterly Invoices & Expenditures
New Business
3. Discuss and Take Action on Retirement & Refund Applications
4. Approval of 2027 Meeting Calendar
Old Business
Minutes
5. July 14, 2026
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings
ADA Notice
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact Jennifer
Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or [email protected] at least 2 business days
prior to the meeting.
Zoom Access Information
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81494857228?pwd=93hW1iiX7dzfRDEmfmk4HBxMnJuZEa.1
Meeting ID: 814 9485 7228
Passcode: 946282
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Minutes of the Joint Meeting
Town and Police Pension Boards
October 13, 2026
4:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:02 pm. Attendance was as follows:
• Town: Eric Baurmeister, Fred Doneit, Kelly Galvin, Paul Hendrickson, and Tony
Yezzi.
• Police: Mike DosSantos, Paul Hendrickson, and Kim Huffard.
• Staff: Joshua Kaufman – Director of Finance and Cara Blatney - Assistant
Director of Finance & Operations, Darien Board of Education
INVESTMENT MANAGER REPORT (AGENDA ITEM #1)
John Forelli CFA, Head of Portfolio Research and Connor Watson, CFA, Taft-Hartley and
Public Funds Relationship Manager from Boston Partners, joined the meeting to update
the Board on recent market performance. Combined pension assets under
management as of 09/30/2026 totaled $208 million, and OPEB funds of $16.1 million.
Boston Partners representatives departed at 4:31pm.
REPORT OF QUARTERLY INVOICES / EXPENDITURES (AGENDA ITEM #2)
The Board had no questions on quarterly invoices and expenditures.
DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON RETIREMENT APPLICATIONS (AGENDA ITEM #3)
Tony Yezzi moved for approval of all Town refund and retirement applications; passed
unanimously. There were no applications for the Police.
NEW BUSINESS (AGENDA ITEM #4)
Eric Baurmeister (Town) and Kim Huffard (Police) moved for approval of the 2027 meeting
calendar; passed unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (AGENDA ITEM #5)
Tony Yezzi (Town) and Kim Huffard (Police) moved for approval of the 7/1 …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:30
All Other Boards & Commissions
RTM Rules Committee to discuss town code revisions and union contract
The Representative Town Meeting Rules Committee will meet to discuss government efficiency, town code and charter revisions, and member guidelines. The body will also assign committees to review a Board of Education Administrators Union Contract.
- Board of Education Administrators Union Contract (Primary: Education Committee; Secondary: F&B Committee)
- Recommendation of representative to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
- Discussion on revisions to the Darien Town Code and Charter
- Vote on requested formats for RTM Committee agendas and minutes
- Setting agendas for October 26 and November 9 RTM meetings
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✓ Decided: RTM Rules Committee approves new guidelines for members and chairs
The committee approved amended draft guidelines for RTM members, district chairs, and committee chairs. It also established a Rules subcommittee to review Town Code and Charter revisions and assigned the Board of Education Administrators Union Contract to specific committees.
- Approved draft Guidelines for RTM document as amended (unanimous)
- Appointed Per Sekse, Amy Zabetakis, and Jack Davis to a Rules subcommittee (unanimous)
- Assigned BOE Administrators Union Contract to RTM Education Committee (primary) and F&B Committee (secondary) (unanimous)
- Approved agendas for October 26 and November 9 RTM meetings (unanimous)
- Approved September 14, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled vote on agenda and minutes formats requested by Town Administrator (unanimous)
Town Hall Room 119, Darien
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Town of Darien
Representative Town Meeting
Rules Committee
Agenda
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
Room 119 In Town Hall
. Call to Order
. Approve Minutes for September14, 2026 meeting
Discuss and Vote on formats requested by the Town for agendas and minutes for RTM Committee
Meetings
Discussion and possible action on Guidelines for RTM Members, District and Committee Chairs
Discuss next steps regarding revisions to the Darien Town Code and Charter, and also ways to
improve government efficiency and improve the experience of elected officials.
Discuss, Act and Assign Committees as Necessary on the Following:
e Board of Education Administrators Union Contract
Primary- RTM Education Committee — Secondary- F&B Committee
e Recommend Representative to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Set Agenda for the October 26 RTM Meeting
Set Agenda for the November 9 RTM Meeting
Update on Items in Progress
. New Business
. Adjourn
Ce: District Chairs
Standing Committee Chairs
Board Chairs
Town Counsel, Mr. Wayne Fox
Town Administrator, Ms. Jennifer Charneski
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a reasonable modification to
participate in this meeting, including the opportunity to make public comment, please contact
Jennifer Charneski, Town Administrator at 203-656-7338 or [email protected] at least 2
business days prior to the meeting.
Representative Town Meeting
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Regular Meeting
Darien Town Hall Au …
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Minutes
Town of Darien Representative Town Meeting Rules Committee
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
Room 119 In Town Hall
Present: Seth Morton (Moderator), Patti Bumgardner (I), Lois Schneider (I), Jack Davis (III), Elizabeth Lane (III),
Per Sekse (IV), Mark Adiletta (V), Amy Zabetakis (V), Bill VanLoan (VI),
Absent: Mike Wheeler (II), Joe Miceli (IV),
Guests: Christa McNamara (Town Clerk)
The meeting was called to order by the Moderator, Seth Morton, at 7:33 PM.
Acceptance of the Agenda
•
The first item was to approve Minutes for September14, 2026 meeting. Mr. Sekse made a motion with
Ms. Lane as the second to approve these as presented. This item passed unanimously.
•
Next up was to discuss and vote on formats requested by the Town Administrator for agendas and minutes
for RTM Committee Meetings. Ms. Zabetakis will draft a template for future consideration. A motion to
table was made by Mr. Sekse with a second from Mr. Davis. This item passed unanimously.
•
Next was a discussion and possible action on guidelines for RTM Members, District and Committee Chairs.
Ms. Bumgardner made a motion with a second from Mr. Davis to open discussion on this topic. This
motion passed unanimously. A provision on the cover was suggested that these are “guidelines” in
development and that Roberts Rules, law, and charter ultimately govern. An optional RTM budget
meeting was also discussed. A discussion on the entire document followed. Amendments were pro …
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💰 Federal awards (top 8 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $880,000 | SYLVANA LLC Department of Justice · LITIGATIVE CONSULTANT |
| $198,000 | SYLVANA LLC Department of Justice · EXPERT WITNESS |
| $27,690 | OWLSTONE INC. Department of Defense · OWLSTONE VAPOUR GENERATOR WITH VERTICAL OVEN WITH CORROSIVE GAS UPGRAD |
| $25,000 | KATHLEEN GAUL BURKE Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL CASE REVIEWER VICP, CASE # 22-1451, 21-0643, 22-0918, 22-1290 |
| $12,500 | KATHLEEN GAUL BURKE Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL CASE REVIEWER VICP, 22-1608, 23-0336, 23-0199, 23-0208 |
| $12,500 | KATHLEEN GAUL BURKE Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL CASE REVIEWER VICP, CASE # 22-1451, 21-0643, 22-0918, & 22-129 |
| $12,500 | KATHLEEN GAUL BURKE Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL EXPERT SERVICES VICP, CASE # 20-1245, 20-1877, 20-1382, 20-196 |
| $3,125 | KATHLEEN GAUL BURKE Department of Health and Human Services · MEDICAL CASE REVIEWER VICP. |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
City profile
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Recorded votes
$170.7M
Annual budget
$25.1M
Debt outstanding
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$170.7M
Spending$200.5M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$25.1M
Debt-to-revenue0.15×
Debt-load index44 / 100
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