East Haven public meetings in 2025

Town Council Administrative Service Committee

The Administrative Service Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Fire Commission

The regular meeting of the East Haven Fire Commission scheduled for December 29, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for January 26, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Bradford Manor Firehouse.

Old Cemetery Board

The East Haven Old Cemetery Board will hold a Zoom meeting on Dec. 18, 2025. Items include approval of the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes, a treasurer’s report, updates on ongoing projects such as landscaping and entrance pavers, and discussion and approval of the 2026 meeting schedule. Public comment and old business will also be addressed.

• Approval of minutes – November 20, 2025 regular meeting
• Treasurer’s report
• Ongoing project reports (landscaping, bamboo concerns, retention wall, entrance pavers, plaque restoration, website/flyer updates, 2032 committee formation)
• Discussion and approval of the 2026 Old Cemetery Board meeting schedule

The board accepted the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections and approved the Treasurer’s Report. Members voted unanimously to adopt the proposed mission statement for the Old Cemetery webpage. The 2026 meeting schedule was also approved as written.

• Accepted November 20, 2025 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report showing $12,261.83 balance (unanimous)
• Approved mission statement for Old Cemetery website (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Old Cemetery Board meeting schedule (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance announced that the regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented.

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will approve the minutes from the prior meeting, receive a financial report from Sharon, and discuss promotional activities for The Void booth. The commission will also receive updates from the Fundraising Committee on a Trivia Night and grant status, hear from the Performing Arts Committee, and review classes offered through the Recreation Department. Any new business will be considered before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Financial report presented by Sharon
• Promotion of The Void booth at opening
• Fundraising Committee updates: Trivia Night and grant status
• Classes offered through the Recreation Department

The East Haven Arts Commission met on December 16, 2025, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They approved a motion to purchase printer ink. The commission reported a current balance of $12,541.35 and discussed postponing Trivia Night to February, moving recreation classes to Fall 2026, and exploring a fiscal year change. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes as read (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of printer ink (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The East Haven Economic Development Commission will consider approval of the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes routine items such as a pledge of allegiance, correspondence, the Director’s Report, and an opportunity for public comment. No substantive policy or contract items are listed.

• Approval of Minutes from September 11, 2025
• Meeting Schedule for 2026
• Director’s Report
• Other New Business
• Public Comment

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved the proposed meeting schedule for 2026, with a suggestion to skip a December meeting unless a special session is needed. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Town of East Haven Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or discussed at this meeting.

Board of Education

The East Haven Board of Education will hold a Data Review Workshop at the high school library. The agenda consists of a single item: a review of the enrollment study covering school years 2021 through the present. The meeting is open to the public in person and via live stream, with a recording posted afterward.

• Review of Enrollment Study (SY 2021‑Present)

The East Haven Board of Education approved the Custodian, Maintainers & Security contract with a 4‑Yes, 1‑No vote. It also approved out‑of‑state field trips to the Stephen Sondheim Theatre in New York and to the Boston Science Center/Boston Duck Tour with unanimous 5‑Yes votes. Additional approvals included the 2025‑2027 board committees, ad‑hoc committees for superintendent hiring and evaluation, a Behavioral Analyst contract, and a Family Resource Center Family Advocate contract, all passing with unanimous votes among members present.

• Approved Custodian, Maintainers & Security contract (4 Yes, 1 No)
• Approved Stephen Sondheim Theatre field trip (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved Boston Science Center & Duck Tour field trip (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved 2025‑2027 Board Committees (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved Ad Hoc Personnel Committee for Superintendent hiring (4 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved Ad Hoc Committee to develop Superintendent Evaluation tools (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved Behavioral Analyst contract (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved Family Resource Center Family Advocate contract (5 Yes, 0 No)

Board of Education

The Board will adopt the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes and hear various reports. In an executive session they will discuss the Custodian, Maintainers & Security contract. In the public portion they will consider approvals for that contract, two out‑of‑state field trips, the 2025‑2027 Board committees, a superintendent hiring committee, evaluation‑tool committees, a Behavioral Analyst contract, and a Family Resource Center Family Advocate contract.

• Executive session discussion of Custodian, Maintainers & Security contract
• Approval of Out‑of‑State Field Trip to Stephen Sondheim Theatre in New York City
• Approval of Out‑of‑State Field Trip to Boston Science Center and Boston Duck Tour
• Approval of the 2025‑2027 Board Committees
• Approval of the Behavioral Analyst contract

The East Haven Board of Education ratified the Custodian, Maintainers & Security Contract by a 4-1 roll call vote, with one abstention. The board also approved two out-of-state field trips, the 2025-2027 Board Committees, an Ad Hoc Personnel Committee for superintendent hiring, an Ad Hoc Committee for superintendent evaluation tools, a Behavioral Analyst contract, and a Family Resource Center Family Advocate contract. All other items passed unanimously except the personnel committee, which had one abstention.

• Ratified Custodian, Maintainers & Security Contract (4-1)
• Approved field trip to Stephen Sondheim Theatre, NYC (5-0)
• Approved field trip to Boston Science Center and Duck Tour (5-0)
• Approved 2025-2027 Board Committees (5-0)
• Approved Ad Hoc Personnel Committee for Superintendent hiring (4-0-1)
• Approved Ad Hoc Committee for Superintendent evaluation tools (5-0)
• Approved Behavioral Analyst contract (5-0)
• Approved Family Resource Center Family Advocate contract (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The East Haven Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 250 Main Street. The agenda includes the reading and approval of minutes, public comment, and old business regarding personnel for the Police, Fire, and Finance departments.

• Police Department: Police Officer C
• Fire Department: Firefighter D Paramedic/EMT, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshall
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the minutes from previous meetings. It certified Michael Vuolo as Firefighter D and promoted Adam Ordway to Battalion Chief. The commission added the 2026 meeting schedule to the agenda and set regular meetings for the second Monday of each month unless it falls on a holiday.

• Approved minutes of Oct 14 2025 and Nov 12 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Certified employment of Firefighter D Michael Vuolo (unanimous)
• Certified promotion of Adam Ordway to Battalion Chief (unanimous)
• Added “2026 Meeting Schedule” to agenda (unanimous)
• Set regular meeting date as second Monday of month unless holiday (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 p.m. (unanimous)

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The commission will meet to review the Director's report and receive an update regarding the rink. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and a period for public comment.

• Rink update
• Director's report

The Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission approved the September meeting minutes with all members in favor. No other actions were taken. The commission then adjourned the meeting with unanimous support.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review site plans for a retail store and signage. The body will hold public hearings regarding a multi-family residential community and the construction of ten dwelling units on Coe Avenue.

• Application No. 25-35: Proposed text amendment for Mariner’s Park Ventures, LLC to allow multi-family residential use
• Application No. 25-37: Site Plan Review for A+G Contracting, Inc. to build ten dwelling units at 49, 57, 63 Coe Avenue
• Application No. 25-45: Site Plan Review for Sally Beauty at 75 Frontage Road
• Application No. 25-44: Resubdivision application for 312 Bradley Street to create two lots
• Application No. 25-43: Site Plan Review for a second sign at 320 Main Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a new sign for the Jimmy John location (Application 25-43) and approved the Sally Beauty retail relocation (Application 25-45). It also scheduled public hearings for Applications 25-44, 25-35, 25-37, and 25-29 to be held on January 7. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved Application 25-43 sign addition (3-0)
• Approved Application 25-45 Sally Beauty retail location (3-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Application 25-44 (Jan 7) (3-0)
• Continued public hearing for Application 25-35 to Jan 7 (3-0)
• Continued public hearing for Application 25-37 to Jan 7 (3-0)
• Continued public hearing for Application 25-29 to Jan 7 (3-0)
• Continued prior meeting minutes to Jan 7 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council meeting on December 2, 2025 will distribute notices of public hearings and an amended agenda. The council will also review actions and decisions from prior meetings. No specific agenda items, such as rezoning or contracts, are detailed in the provided documents.

Town Council Administrative Service Committee

The East Haven Town Council Administrative Service Committee will hold its regular meeting on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 250 Main Street, Lower Level Conference Room. The sole purpose of the meeting is to set the agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025. No other agenda items are listed.

Fire Commission

The East Haven Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting on November 24, 2025 at the Bradford Manor Firehouse, 85 George Street. During an executive session, the commission will consider candidates for the positions of battalion chief and firefighter/EMT paramedic grade D. The commission may nominate and select candidates for these positions. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Executive session per Connecticut General Statutes §1-200
• Consideration of candidates for battalion chief
• Consideration of candidates for firefighter/EMT paramedic grade D
• Possible nomination and selection of candidates

The East Haven Board of Fire Commissioners promoted Adam Ordway to Battalion Chief and offered Michael Vuolo a conditional employment pending exams. Both actions were approved by roll‑call votes. The commission also entered and later exited executive session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved promotion of Adam Ordway to Battalion Chief (3 in favor, 0 opposed, 1 abstention)
• Approved conditional employment offer to Michael Vuolo pending psychological and medical exams (4 in favor, 0 opposed)
• Entered executive session (all in favor)
• Exited executive session (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will review minutes from three prior meetings. It will hear public hearings and discuss decisions on several variance applications, including deck and lot‑coverage requests and a house addition. The board will also consider an appeal by K.R. Robinson Associates regarding proposed above‑ground fuel tanks and alleged illegal expansion of a nonconforming use. Finally, the board will vote on the 2026 meeting schedule.

• App 25‑23 – variance request to extend front and rear decks and increase lot coverage at 429 Cosey Beach Ave Ext (R‑3 District)
• App 25‑24 – variance request for a 20’ × 24’ house addition at 3 Arthur Road (R‑2 District)
• App 25‑25 – appeal by K.R. Robinson Associates concerning fuel‑tank site plan and nonconforming use at 20 Thompson Avenue (LI‑3 District)
• App 25‑26 – variance request to elevate and relocate a house and increase lot coverage at 312 Cosey Beach Ave (R‑3 District)
• Approval of the 2026 Zoning Board meeting schedule

The Zoning Board approved Applications 25-23, 25-26, 25-27, and 25-28, each with a 5‑0 vote. It also continued Applications 25-17, 25-24, and 25-25 to the January 15, 2026 meeting, also by 5‑0 votes. Earlier motions to approve prior meeting minutes and to move agenda item 5a were carried unanimously.

• Approved August 21 and September 15, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Continued Application No. 25-17 to Jan 15, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-23 (5-0)
• Continued Application No. 25-24 to Jan 15, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-26 with staircase condition (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-27 with storage‑pod condition (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-28 with hardship condition (5-0)
• Continued Application No. 25-25 to Jan 15, 2026 (5-0)

Old Cemetery Board

The Old Cemetery Board will approve the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes, hear the Treasurer’s Report, and receive updates on several ongoing projects, including landscaping, bamboo concerns, a retention wall, entrance pavers, plaque restoration, the board website/mission statement, and the formation of a 2032 Committee for the cemetery’s 325th anniversary. No new business items are listed beyond these reports.

• Approval of Minutes – October 30, 2025 Regular Meeting
• Treasurer’s Report
• Landscaping project update
• Retention wall project update
• Formation of 2032 Committee (325th Anniversary of the Old Cemetery)

The board approved the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer’s Report, both unanimously. They authorized $200 for wreaths and greenery for holiday decorations, also unanimously. The board adopted a new mission statement for the cemetery’s web page and made a $75 donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted October 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Approved $200 purchase of wreaths and greenery (unanimous)
• Adopted mission statement for cemetery website (consensus)
• Made $75 donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The Hagaman Memorial Library Board will approve the minutes from its October 16, 2025 meeting. It will receive the treasurer’s and director’s reports and discuss old‑business items such as library flood updates and board purchases. New‑business items include expiring board member terms, library policies, and scheduling special meetings.

• Approve minutes from Board Meeting of October 16, 2025
• Discuss library flood updates
• Review board purchases
• Consider expiring board member terms
• Consider updates to library policies

The board approved spending up to $5,000 for the library’s grand reopening. It also approved five library policies that had been updated and accepted by the Connecticut State Library. Additional actions included adopting the October 2025 minutes, directing Amy Derbacher to contact Bill Newman about investment funds, and deciding no special meetings will be held before the January 2026 meeting.

• Approved October 2025 board minutes (motion carried)
• Approved five updated library policies (motion carried)
• Approved up to $5,000 for the library grand reopening (motion carried)
• Directed Amy Derbacher to contact Bill Newman for investment fund update
• Decided no special meetings before January 2026
• Added Public Comment item to the agenda
• Requested expiring board members submit reappointment letters by Jan 31 2026
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will meet to review financial reports and committee updates. The body will discuss promotional efforts for The Void and progress on fundraising initiatives.

• Promotion of The Void, including potential donations and emails to artists
• Fundraising Committee updates regarding Trivia Night
• Grant updates
• Performing Arts Committee updates

The East Haven Arts Commission approved a $100 donation to the EHHS drama club, with all members in favor and two members voting present due to a conflict of interest. Earlier, the commission also approved a $50 donation to The Void under the same voting conditions. The meeting minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved $50 donation to The Void (all in favor, two present)
• Approved $100 donation to EHHS drama club (all in favor, two present)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (all in favor)

Board of Education

The East Haven Board of Education is conducting an academic review workshop. The session focuses on data review and action planning for grades 6-12 BOY.

• 6-12 BOY Data Review & Action Planning

Board of Education

The East Haven Board of Education will consider approving a budget transfer for the 2024‑2025 fiscal year. It will also discuss and possibly adopt the schedule of Board meetings for 2026‑2027. Routine items include accepting the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Accept October 28, 2025 Board meeting minutes
• Discuss and possible action to approve the 2024‑2025 budget transfer
• Discuss and possible action to approve the schedule of BOE meetings for 2026‑2027
• Public comment period for citizens
• Superintendent’s report on woodworking class veterans fundraiser

The Board of Education elected Dr. Michele DeLucia as Chair, Patricia DePalma as Vice Chair, and Erika Santiago as Secretary. A motion to approve the 2024‑2025 budget transfer passed unanimously. The Board also approved the schedule of meetings for 2026‑2027.

• Dr. Michele DeLucia elected Board Chair (7-1)
• Patricia DePalma elected Vice Chair (6-0)
• Erika Santiago elected Secretary (7-1)
• 2024‑2025 budget transfer approved (8-0)
• 2026‑27 BOE meeting schedule approved (8-0)

Town Council

The council appointed Joseph Deko as permanent chair, Louis Pacelli as vice‑chair, and Roberta DeLuca as permanent clerk. It approved the 2026 meeting schedules for the Town Council and Administrative Services and set a Dec. 2, 2025 public hearing on a $166,000 fund‑transfer ordinance. The council also approved tentative collective bargaining agreements with the Town Hall Employee Union (Local 1303‑159) and the Public Service Employee Union (Local 1303‑119), both expiring June 30, 2028.

• Appointed Roberta DeLuca as temporary clerk (voice vote, all in favor)
• Appointed Joseph Deko as permanent chairperson (voice vote, all in favor)
• Appointed Louis Pacelli as permanent vice‑chairperson (voice vote, all in favor)
• Appointed Roberta DeLuca as permanent clerk (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved 2026 Town Council meeting schedule (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved 2026 Administrative Service meeting schedule (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved tentative collective bargaining agreement with East Haven Town Hall Employee Union, Local 1303‑159, expiring June 30, 2028 (roll call vote, all in favor)
• Approved tentative collective bargaining agreement with East Haven Public Service Employee Union, Local 1303‑119, expiring June 30, 2028 (roll call vote, all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Town of East Haven Economic Development Commission announced that the regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider personnel matters for the Police Department, including a specific officer and a sergeant exam. It will also review appointments for several Fire Department positions, such as captain, battalion chief, fire marshal, and a firefighter/paramedic. Additionally, the commission will discuss an appointment for an Account Clerk II in the Finance Department. The meeting includes roll call, public comment, and any other business before adjournment.

• Police Department – review of Police Officer C appointment
• Police Department – consideration of Sergeant exam
• Fire Department – appointments for Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshal, and Firefighter D Paramedic/EMT
• Finance Department – appointment of Account Clerk II

The commission certified two new police officers and a police sergeant promotion, both effective Nov. 3, 2025. It approved two‑year eligibility lists for Police Officer C and Battalion Chief positions and selected candidates from those lists. The commission also certified fire department staffing selections and adjourned the meeting.

• Certified employment of Police Officer C hires Andrew Newkirk and Alexya Vega (unanimous)
• Established 2‑year Eligibility List for Police Officer C position (unanimous)
• Certified promotion of Raymond Wilson to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Established 2‑year Eligibility List for Battalion Chief position (unanimous)
• Certified top three names from Battalion Chief Eligibility List to fill one vacancy (unanimous)
• Certified top five Firefighter D/EMT/Paramedic names to fill three positions (2‑1)
• Removed Captain promotion from agenda (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission scheduled for November 12, 2025, has been cancelled.

Civil Service Commission

The East Haven Civil Service Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025 was canceled. A new meeting date will be set later. No agenda items were considered at this time.

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The East Haven Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission will approve the meeting minutes, review any correspondence, and discuss new senior arts and crafts programs. The Director will give a report, and the public will have an opportunity to comment.

• Approval of Minutes
• Correspondence (if any)
• New Programs, Senior Arts and Crafts
• Director's Report
• Public Comments

The Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission voted to accept the minutes from the September meeting, with all members in favor. No correspondence or public comments were received. The commission then adjourned the meeting, also unanimously.

• Approved September meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Youth Services Commission

The commission will meet to review minutes and discuss past and upcoming events. The agenda consists of procedural items and open discussion.

The commission approved the November 5th meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. Commissioners discussed upcoming teen‑center events, school enrichment programs, and community initiatives. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission has scheduled a public hearing for November 5, 2025. The agenda includes notices of actions, decisions, and meeting minutes from the same date.

• Public hearing scheduled for November 5, 2025
• Notice of actions and decisions for November 5, 2025
• Meeting minutes for November 5, 2025
• Amended agendas for November 5, 2025
• Documents available for review

Old Cemetery Board

The board will approve the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting and hear the treasurer’s report. It will receive updates on ongoing projects such as landscaping, bamboo concerns, a retention wall, entrance pavers, plaque restoration, and the cemetery website. New business includes forming a 2032 Committee to plan the cemetery’s 325th anniversary.

• Approval of minutes – August 28, 2025 regular meeting
• Treasurer’s report
• Ongoing project reports: landscaping, bamboo concerns, retention wall, entrance pavers, plaque restoration, website/mission statement
• New business: 2032 Committee for 325th anniversary of the Old Cemetery

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. They also unanimously accepted the Treasurer’s Report, noting a cash balance of $13,788.17 and a town stipend of $7,900.00. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 7:44 p.m.

• Accepted August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, none opposed, no abstentions)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report as read (all in favor, none opposed, no abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, none opposed, no abstentions)

Board of Education

The East Haven Board of Education will meet to discuss and potentially approve a contract extension for B&B bus services. The board will also review purchase orders over $7,000 and invoices.

• Discussion and possible action on B&B bus contract and extension
• Review of purchase orders over $7,000
• Review of invoices

The board accepted the regular meeting minutes from October 14, 2025. It then approved the B&B Transportation contract and its extension, with six members voting yes and three voting no. The motion passed and the contract will move forward for finalization.

• Accepted Oct 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved B&B bus contract and extension (6‑3 vote)

Board of Education

The East Haven Board of Education is holding an academic review workshop. The body will review K-5 BOY data and engage in action planning.

• K-5 BOY Data Review & Action Planning

Town Council Administrative Service Committee

The East Haven Administrative Service Committee will meet on Oct. 27, 2025 at 250 Main Street to determine the items that will appear on the Town Council agenda scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. No other matters are listed on the agenda.

Fire Commission

The Fire Commission is reviewing the Chief's report regarding department operations, equipment maintenance, and facility updates. The body is discussing the design phase of the Station 3 addition and the process for filling leadership vacancies.

• Design build phase commenced for the Station 3 addition
• Application submitted to Regional Water Authority Emergency Responder Grant Program for rope rescue equipment
• Oral assessment panel for Battalion Chief vacancy scheduled for October 28, 2025
• 387 hydrants inspected to date
• Current vacancies for two firefighters and one battalion chief

Fire Commission

The East Haven Fire Commission will hold its regular meeting on Oct. 27, 2025. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, receive the Chief’s Report, and address any unfinished or new business. The agenda also includes a public session for community input.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Chief’s Report
• Unfinished business
• New business
• Public session

The Board of Fire Commission accepted the previous month's minutes and the Chief's Report, both by unanimous vote. No new or old business was presented. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:05 p.m.

• Accepted previous month's minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Chief's Report as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

East Haven Arts Commission

The commission will view a Zoom presentation about The Void project and consider acting as fiscal sponsor for artists Jules Genzano and Samantha Perrelli. They will vote on whether to accept the role as fiscal sponsor and promoter of The Void. The meeting also includes a financial report, fundraising committee updates, and updates on fall classes with the Recreation Department. Routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Zoom presentation of The Void project for consideration as fiscal sponsor
• Vote on accepting role as fiscal sponsor and promoter of The Void
• Financial report
• Fundraising Committee updates, including Trolley Museum volunteer meeting
• Fall classes updates with the Recreation Department

The commission approved its October 21 minutes with all members in favor. It voted to act as fiscal sponsor for the artist project The Void, providing bank and tax ID information, with unanimous support. The meeting noted a current cash balance of $12,544.00. The session was adjourned at 8:10 p.m. with all in favor.

• Approved minutes – all in favor
• Approved fiscal sponsorship for The Void – all in favor
• Adjourned meeting – all in favor

Housing Authority

The East Haven Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting on October 20, 2025. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting, receiving a report from the director, discussing any old business, and providing a period for public comment. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the 4/14/2025 meeting
• Director's Report
• Discussion of old business
• Public comment period

The East Haven Housing Authority held its regular meeting on October 20, 2025. The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which was seconded and carried unanimously. No policy, budget, or program decisions were made.

• Adjournment motion approved unanimously (all in favor, none opposed)

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The Hagaman Memorial Library Board will approve the minutes from its August 21, 2025 meeting. It will receive reports on staffing, building projects, circulation, and finances, and discuss old business including flood updates, a cooling system grant, and board purchases. New business includes adopting library policies and setting future meeting and holiday schedules.

• Approve minutes from Board Meeting of August 21, 2025
• Library Flood Updates
• Update on Cooling System Grant
• Board Purchases/Allocations
• Adopt Library Policies

The board approved the minutes from the August 2025 meeting. It adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, moving the April meeting from the 16th to April 23rd. The board also approved the 2026 holiday closing schedule and a $1,500 contribution to the staff holiday party.

• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule, changing April meeting to April 23 (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 holiday closing schedule (motion carried)
• Approved $1,500 donation to staff holiday party (motion carried)

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for October 15, 2025.

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will meet to review old business regarding various municipal positions. Discussions include staffing and exams for the Police, Fire, Board of Education, and Finance departments.

• Police Department: Police Officer C and Sergeant Exam
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshall, and Firefighter D Paramedic/EMT
• Board of Education: Secretary I
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The East Haven Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission's regular meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025 was cancelled. The cancellation was issued on October 8, 2025 because the date coincides with the Columbus Day holiday. No agenda items were considered or decided at this meeting.

Economic Development Commission

The East Haven Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. Residents should note the cancellation.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a petition for a change to the zoning map. The agenda includes site plans and floor plans provided by Elm City Architects L.L.C.

• Petition for a change to the zoning map
• Review of proposed lot division plan
• Review of proposed site development plan
• Review of 1st and 2nd floor plans from Elm City Architects L.L.C.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will review minutes from prior meetings and discuss a proposed settlement in a lawsuit regarding 360 Thompson Avenue. The body will also consider a zoning map change for 70 Elliot Street and site plan reviews for three Coe Avenue buildings.

• Review of prior meeting minutes
• Discuss proposed Stipulation for Judgment in 13 Carlson Place, LLC. v. Town of East Haven P&Z
• Public hearing for zoning map change at 70 Elliot Street to Planned Elderly Facilities District
• Site plan review for three multiple-dwelling buildings at 49, 57, 63 Coe Avenue
• Site plan modification for a conference room at 187 Half Mile Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled a public hearing for the A+G Contracting application (No. 25-37) on November 5, 2025, with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. It also approved the Benhaven conversion project (Application No. 25-38) subject to conditions that the work meet all state and local health codes, current building codes, and obtain fire‑marshal approval, again by a 4‑0 vote.

• Scheduled public hearing for Application 25-37 (A+G Contracting) on Nov 5, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Application 25-38 (Benhaven conversion) with health, building, and fire‑code conditions (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025, has been cancelled due to a change of date. A special meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2025.

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commission will meet to review reports from the Chief and Assistant Chief. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and does not list specific decisions or proposals.

The commission unanimously approved a motion to request Civil Service to post three firefighter/paramedic and three firefighter/EMT positions, including lateral transfers and entry‑level openings. The meeting also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous session. No other business was taken.

• Approved posting of 3 firefighter/paramedic positions (unanimous)
• Approved posting of 3 firefighter/EMT positions (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fire Commission

The commission reviewed the department’s logistics, operations, finance, facilities, and personnel matters. It noted receipt of a $29,000 award from the 2024 AFG program for a brush‑fire skid unit to be mounted on a flat‑bed vehicle. The commission reported that Pratt & Whitney is borrowing retired Engine 6, with liability waivers signed, and that the new water main on Cosey Beach Avenue is complete. A kickoff meeting was held for the Station 3 construction project, with design drawings expected in early November and ground‑breaking planned shortly thereafter; the commission also opened the battalion‑chief promotional process and highlighted two vacant firefighter positions and one vacant battalion chief role.

• $29,000 grant award from the 2024 AFG program for a brush‑fire skid unit
• Pratt & Whitney loaned retired Engine 6; liability waivers completed through the Town Attorney
• Completion of the Regional Water Authority new main along Cosey Beach Avenue
• Kickoff meeting for Station 3 project; drawings expected early November, ground‑breaking to follow
• Battalion Chief promotional process opened; civil‑service exam to be administered for eligible captains

Fire Commission

The Fire Commission met to review the monthly Chief's report and approve staffing requests. The body decided to request Civil Service to post openings for several firefighter roles.

• Request to post for 3 FF/Paramedic positions
• Request to post for 3 FF/EMT positions
• Approval of lateral transfers and entry-level hiring for these roles

Town Council

The Administrative Service Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The agenda for the September 25, 2025, special meeting contains only procedural documents and a start time. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided text.

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to elect its Executive Board officers. The commission will also discuss fall recreation classes and a scarecrow event.

• Election of Executive Board officers
• Discussion of Fall Recreation Classes
• Discussion of scarecrow event

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and deliberate on three applications. These include requests for zoning variances for residential properties and an appeal of a Zoning Enforcement Officer's order.

• Application No. 25-18: Variance request for a garage and front porch at 82 Glenmoor Drive
• Application No. 25-19: Variance request to extend a detached deck at 114 Morgan Avenue
• Application No. 25-17: Appeal of a July 24, 2025 Zoning Enforcement Officer order for 480 Shorth Beach Road

The board approved the corrected July 17, 2025 minutes and the July 29, 2025 special meeting minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved Application No. 25‑18, granting a variance for a front porch and garage relocation at 82 Glenmoor Drive, also by a 5‑0 vote. The board approved Application No. 25‑19, allowing a deck to cover a storm‑water unit at 114 Morgan Avenue, again by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 29, 2025 special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-18 variance for 82 Glenmoor Drive (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-19 deck over storm‑water unit at 114 Morgan Avenue (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for Application No. 25-19 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission announced that its regular meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. has been canceled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Board of Finance

The Regular meeting of the East Haven Board of Finance scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, 2025, has been cancelled.

Economic Development Commission

The commission will conduct routine business, including approving the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting, reviewing correspondence, and hearing the Director's Report. It will also consider any other new business and allow public comment before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2025
• Director’s Report
• Public Comment

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss old business regarding staffing and exams. The agenda lists personnel items for the Police, Fire, Board of Education, and Finance departments.

• Police Department: Police Officer C and Sergeant Exam
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshall, and Firefighter D Paramedic/EMT
• Board of Education: Secretary I
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II

Economic Development Commission

The Regular Hearing Committee Meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The East Haven Board of Assessment Appeals has cancelled its Regular Hearing Committee Meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025. No decisions, discussions, or public hearings will occur at this meeting.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several new site plan reviews and zoning map amendments. The body will also hold public hearings and vote on requests regarding residential zoning and a commercial special exception.

• Application 25-32: Site Plan Review for Alton Limousine Service at 9 Old Foxon Road
• Application 25-37: Site Plan Review for a bottle recycling facility at 182 Commerce Street
• Application 25-27: Zoning Map change to add 54 Foxon Hill Road to an R-2 district
• Application 25-28: Special Exception for an ice cream parlor at 427 Foxon Road
• Application 25-36: Zoning Map change for 70 Elliot Street to a Planned Elderly Facilities District

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission approved several applications, including a limo service with vehicle limits, a new Priyal Garala facility, and an ice cream parlor. It also approved a planning update and scheduled public hearings for a multi‑family amendment, an elderly facilities district, and an outdoor‑dining request. The commission denied the zoning expansion request for 54 Foxon Hill Road by a 3‑1 vote. All motions were carried with the recorded vote counts.

• Approved Application No. 25-32 (limo service) with vehicle limits, vote 4-0
• Approved Application No. 25-37 (Priyal Garala facility), vote 4-0
• Approved Application No. 25-26 (planning update), vote 4-0
• Approved Application No. 25-28 (ice cream parlor), vote 4-0
• Denied Application No. 25-27 (zoning expansion), vote 3-1
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 25-35 (multi‑family amendment) on Nov 5, vote 4-0
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 25-36 (elderly facilities district) on Oct 9, vote 4-0
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 25-29 (outdoor dining) on Nov 5, vote 4-0

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will meet to introduce new commissioners and review past and upcoming events. The agenda consists of procedural items and open discussion.

• Introduction of new commissioners
• Review of past and upcoming events

The East Haven Youth Services Commission met on September 2, 2025. Commissioners accepted the prior meeting minutes with all members in favor. The meeting included reports on upcoming festivals, the new Teen Impact Alliance, and other youth activities. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:33 PM was made and seconded.

• Accepted meeting minutes (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold public hearings to determine if cease and desist orders for three separate properties should remain in effect, be revised, or be withdrawn. The Commission may require property owners to submit professional restoration plans if orders are revised.

• Show cause hearing for 109 and 117 Old Town Highway regarding May 6, 2025 order
• Show cause hearing for 192 Coe Avenue and 60 Coleman Street regarding July 2, 2025 order
• Show cause hearing for 405 North High Street regarding August 19, 2025 order
• Update on supplemental soil scientist report for 109 Old Town Highway

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance will hold a special meeting to review and refer to the Town Council the costs for building maintenance and the animal shelter. The agenda lists specific wage and equipment expenses totaling $166,000 for building maintenance and $38,570.50 for the animal shelter.

• Refer building maintenance costs ($166,000) to Town Council
• Refer animal shelter costs ($38,570.50) to Town Council
• Review Snow & Ice Wage expenses ($46,000)
• Review Bldg & Ground Main expenses ($120,000)
• Review Animal Shelter wage and equipment expenses

At the special meeting, the Board voted to refer the Public Service‑Building Maintenance budget request of $166,000 to the Town Council. The Board also voted to refer the Animal Shelter budget request of $38,570.50 to the Town Council. Both motions were carried unanimously.

• Referred Public Service‑Building Maintenance budget ($166,000) to Town Council (motion carried)
• Referred Animal Shelter budget ($38,570.50) to Town Council (motion carried)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The special meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for August 25, 2025, has been cancelled.

Fire Commission

The regular meeting of the Board of Fire Commission scheduled for August 25, 2025, has been cancelled. A future meeting will be scheduled to replace it.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and may vote on two property owners’ requests for variances to local zoning rules. The board will also review minutes from prior meetings. No new contracts or fees are on the agenda.

• Variance request for 3 Seneca Trail to raise house height and expand deck despite setback and wetland proximity
• Coastal Area Management review for 3 Seneca Trail expansion within 100 feet of coastal resources
• Variance request for 186 Beach Avenue to rebuild home closer to property lines
• Coastal Area Management review for new 186 Beach Avenue home within 100 feet of coastal resources

The Zoning Board of Appeals closed the public hearing and voted unanimously to approve Application No. 25-16 for 186 Beach Avenue, requiring no sheet rock in the attic, construction on the existing footprint, a dumpster on site, and storage in a container. The board also unanimously approved Application No. 25-12 (CAM) for the same address. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Closed public hearing (4-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-16, 186 Beach Avenue with conditions (no sheet rock, same footprint, dumpster, container) (4-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-12 (CAM), 186 Beach Avenue (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

East Haven Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the East Haven Arts Commission scheduled for August 19, 2025, has been canceled.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to discuss referring two budget adjustments to the Town Council. These items involve shifting funds within Public Service-Building Maintenance and the Animal Shelter accounts.

• Proposed $166,000 transfer for Snow & Ice Wage ($46,000) and Bldg & Ground Main. ($120,000)
• Proposed $38,570.50 transfer for Animal Shelter PT Wages, OT Wages, and Safety Equip

The board voted to refer the Public Service‑Building Maintenance budget items (total $166,000) to the Town Council. It also voted to refer the Animal Shelter budget items (total $38,570.50) to the Town Council. Both motions were carried unanimously.

• Refer Public Service‑Building Maintenance budget ($166,000) to Town Council – motion carried
• Refer Animal Shelter budget ($38,570.50) to Town Council – motion carried

Board of Finance

The Regular meeting of the East Haven Board of Finance scheduled for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, has been cancelled.

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to review summer and year-end grant budgets. The body will vote on the approval of Summer Theater stipends and discuss the Fall Festival.

• Vote on Summer Theater stipend approval
• Review of summer budget
• Review of year-end all-inclusive budget for grants
• Discussion of Fall Festival

Economic Development Commission

The East Haven Economic Development Commission will convene a standard meeting on August 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM at 230 Main Street. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items such as roll call, approval of prior minutes, and public comment, with no substantive decisions or new business listed.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The East Haven Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025 was cancelled due to a change of date. A special meeting is planned for August 27, 2025 at the East Haven Senior Center.

Civil Service Commission

The East Haven Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and review personnel actions for multiple departments. The agenda lists promotions, transfers, and exams for police, fire, and education roles, with no new business or dollar amounts specified.

• Police Department promotions and lateral transfers
• Fire Department promotions and exams
• Board of Education Secretary I position
• Finance Department Account Clerk II position

Town Council

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 P.M.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to review four applications for zoning variances. The board will determine if these requests to build or modify structures on nonconforming lots are approved.

• Application 25-13: Rear dormer at 56 David Drive
• Application 25-14: New deck and increased lot coverage at 20 South Street
• Application 25-15: Front porch beyond street lines at 3 Rowe Court
• Application 25-16: Removal of existing house and construction of a new house at 186 Beach Avenue

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved three applications: a dormer addition at 56 David Drive, a porch and deck relocation at 20 South Street, and a front porch built without a permit at 3 Rowe Court. It moved Applications 25-16 and 25-12 to the end of the agenda and continued them to August 21. The board also allowed a revised 82 Glenmoor Drive application to be presented at the September meeting. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Moved Applications 25-16 and 25-12 to end of agenda (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-13 (dormer addition) (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-14 (porch and deck relocation) (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 25-15 (front porch built without permit) (5-0)
• Continued Applications 25-16 and 25-12 to August 21 (5-0)
• Allowed revised 82 Glenmoor Drive application for September meeting (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from Jan 16, 2025 (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from May 29, 2025 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting to consider several variance requests for residential properties. The board will discuss and potentially decide on applications involving home elevations, new builds, and additions on nonconforming lots.

• Application 25-7 & 25-8: Request to lift and expand a house and add a deck at 3 Seneca Trail
• Application 25-16 & 25-12: Request to remove and rebuild a single-family dwelling at 186 Beach Avenue
• Application 25-13: Request for a rear dormer variance at 56 David Drive
• Application 25-14: Request for a new deck and increased lot coverage at 20 South Street
• Application 25-15: Request for a front porch variance at 3 Rowe Court

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved Applications 25-13, 25-14, and 25-15 unanimously. It also voted to defer Applications 25-16 and 25-12 to the August 21 meeting and to consider a revised 82 Glenmoor Drive application at the September meeting. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Application 25-13 (pitch change with dormer) – 5-0
• Approved Application 25-14 (setback change and deck relocation) – 5-0
• Approved Application 25-15 (existing porch built without permit) – 5-0
• Allowed revised 82 Glenmoor Drive application to be heard at September meeting – 5-0
• Continued Applications 25-16 and 25-12 to August 21 meeting – 5-0
• Moved Applications 25-16 and 25-12 to end of agenda – 5-0

Fire Commission

The regular meeting of the Board of Fire Commission scheduled for July 28, 2025, has been cancelled. A special meeting was scheduled for July 10, 2025, at the Foxon Firehouse.

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council’s Administrative Service Committee will meet on July 28 at 6:00 p.m. to prepare the agenda for the August 5 Town Council meeting. The committee, consisting of Joseph Kikosicki, Joseph Santino, and Joseph Deko, will meet at 250 Main Street, Lower Level Conference Room.

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss old business regarding various personnel positions across town departments. New business includes a request for exams for Firefighter EMT/D and Firefighter Paramedic/D roles.

• Police Department: Police Officer C, Public Safety Dispatcher, Certified Public Safety Dispatcher-Lateral Transfer, Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis, and Sergeant Exam
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshall
• Board of Education: Secretary I
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II
• Request for exams for Firefighter EMT/D and Firefighter Paramedic/D

The commission unanimously certified two new public safety dispatchers and recertified the dispatcher eligibility list. It also certified the employment of the new Manager of Accreditation and Crime Analysis. The body approved new testing procedures for the Battalion Chief position, for Firefighter D‑EMT and Firefighter D‑Paramedic I positions, and for the Account Clerk II position. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Certified Public Safety Dispatcher Bianca Apuzzo (unanimous)
• Certified Public Safety Dispatcher Amalia Barroso (unanimous)
• Recertified Certified Public Safety Dispatcher eligibility list (unanimous)
• Certified Manager of Accreditation and Crime Analysis Caitlin Mulhern (unanimous)
• Approved testing process for Battalion Chief per MOU (unanimous)
• Approved testing process for Firefighter D‑EMT and Firefighter D‑Paramedic I (unanimous)
• Approved testing process for Account Clerk II (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance is meeting to review budget transfers for Planning & Zoning and building maintenance. The body will consider moving funds to cover utility costs and advertising.

• Transfer of $386.00 from Part Time Wages to Advertising for Planning & Zoning
• Proposed $39,645.00 transfer from Contingency for building maintenance electric, water, gas, and sewer

The Board approved waiving the reading of the June 18 minutes. It approved a $386 advertising fee transfer, referred a $39,645 building‑maintenance funding request to the Town Council, approved a $3,400.29 equipment transfer for computers and printers, and approved an $11,491.10 legal‑services transfer. All motions passed unanimously.

• Waived reading and approved June 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $386 advertising fee transfer (unanimous)
• Referred $39,645 building‑maintenance funding request to Town Council (unanimous)
• Approved $3,400.29 transfer for new computers and printers (unanimous)
• Approved $11,491.10 transfer for legal and lawyer services (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units and a property re-subdivision. The body will also review several new site plan applications for commercial businesses and EV charger installations.

• Application No. 25-15: Text Amendment to allow attached ADUs within 10 feet of side property lines in R-2 districts
• Application No. 25-18: Re-subdivision of 990 Foxon Road to create four new lots
• Application No. 25-24: Site Plan Review for 16 EV chargers at Emerald Hill Apartments (32 Old Foxon Road)
• Application No. 25-25: Site Plan Review for 10 EV chargers at Catherine Commons Apartments (125 Main Street)
• Application No. 25-20: Site Plan Review for cleaning solvent and sealing product manufacturer at 5 Old Bradley Street

East Haven Arts Commission

The regular meeting of the East Haven Arts Commission scheduled for July 15, 2025, has been canceled.

Civil Service Commission

The Regular Meeting of the Civil Service Commission scheduled for July 14, 2025, has been canceled. The meeting is rescheduled for Monday, July 21, 2025.

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss updates regarding the beach, the rink, and summer programs. The meeting also includes a report from the Director.

• Beach update
• Rink update
• Summer Programs update
• Director's Report

The commission approved the minutes from the April meeting, with all members in favor. No correspondence was received. Members discussed beach lifeguards, splash pad repairs, programs and rink activities. A motion to end the meeting was made and seconded; the outcome was not recorded.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to end meeting made and seconded (outcome not recorded)

Town Council

The provided agenda consists of procedural documents for a special meeting. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the text.

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the selection of a part-time fire inspector. This portion of the meeting will take place in executive session.

• Consideration of candidates for "Part-Time Fire Inspector"

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss and potentially take action on Battalion Chief testing. The board will also enter executive session to consider and select candidates for a part-time Fire Inspector position.

• Discussion and possible action on Battalion Chief testing
• Selection of candidates for part-time Fire Inspector

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners is meeting to discuss personnel matters and candidate selection. The body will consider testing for the Battalion Chief position and review candidates for a part-time Fire Inspector role.

• Discussion and possible action on Battalion Chief testing
• Executive session to consider candidates for Part-Time Fire Inspector
• Possible nomination and selection of candidates

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold public hearings to determine if Cease and Desist Orders for four properties should remain in effect. The Commission may affirm, revise, or withdraw these orders, potentially requiring property owners to submit restoration plans.

• Show cause hearing for Cease and Desist Order at 109 and 117 Old Town Highway
• Show cause hearing for Cease and Desist Order at 192 Coe Avenue and 60 Coleman Street
• Update on supplemental soil scientist report for 109 Old Town Highway

Town Council

The special meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled. A special meeting may be scheduled for later in the month.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning regulation change and a property resubdivision. The commission is reviewing a petition to add a new section to the zoning text and a request to create new lots on Foxon Road.

• Application No. 25-15: Petition for a Text Amendment to add Section 50.5.3.1 to Zoning Regulations
• Application No. 25-18: Resubdivision of 990 Foxon Road to create four new lots

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed change to zoning regulations and a property resubdivision. The commission is reviewing a petition to add a new section to the town's zoning text.

• Application No. 25-15: Petition for a Text Amendment to add Section 50.5.3.1 to Zoning Regulations
• Application No. 25-18: Resubdivision of 990 Foxon Road to create four new lots

Town Council

The regularly scheduled Town Council meeting for July 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting is rescheduled for July 8, 2025.

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will meet to review minutes and discuss past and upcoming events. The agenda consists of procedural items and open discussion.

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will meet to review minutes and discuss past and upcoming events. The agenda consists of procedural items and open discussion.

The Youth Services Commission unanimously accepted the previous meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed upcoming movie nights, field trips, and community events, but no formal actions were taken on those items. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:43 PM was made by Commissioner Arcangelo and seconded by Commissioner Burrell.

• Accepted meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn meeting at 7:43 PM was made and seconded

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council’s Administrative Service Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025.

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council’s Administrative Service Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025.

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss library flood updates. The agenda includes a special report from Attorney Michael Luzzi and updates on staffing and building projects.

• Flood update provided by Attorney Michael Luzzi
• Director's report on staffing, building, and project updates
• Discussion of 'Great Give' under old business
• Review of BOT Committees

Old Cemetery Board

The Old Cemetery Board will meet via Zoom to review progress on several site improvements. The board will discuss the cleaning of headstones and provide updates on landscaping and infrastructure.

• Cleaning of headstones
• Bamboo concerns
• Retention wall project
• Entrance pavers
• Plaque restoration

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and deliberate on several applications for zoning variances. The board will also review Coastal Area Management Site Plan requests for properties near coastal resources.

• Application 25-4: Variance for second story addition and attached garage at 85 Morgan Avenue
• Application 25-5: Variance for detached garage at 82 Glenmoor Drive
• Application 25-7 & 25-8: Variance and site plan review to lift and expand a house at 3 Seneca Trail
• Application 25-10: Variance for a 9-foot fence at 140 Thompson Street
• Application 25-11 & 25-12: Variance and site plan review to rebuild a home at 186 Beach Avenue

The Zoning Board approved the 9‑ft fence variance for Thompson Gardens West (Application 25‑10) by a 5‑0 vote. It denied the side‑yard variance for 82 Glenmoor Drive (Application 25‑5) by a 3‑2 vote. It also rejected the variance request for 85 Morgan Avenue (Application 25‑4) by a 3‑2 vote and continued several other applications to the July 17 meeting.

• Approved 9‑ft fence variance for 140 Thompson Street (5‑0)
• Denied side‑yard variance for 82 Glenmoor Drive (3‑2)
• Rejected variance request for 85 Morgan Avenue (3‑2)
• Continued application for 3 Seneca Trail to July 17 (5‑0)
• Continued application for 186 Beach Avenue to July 17 (5‑0)
• Continued application for 8 Morgan Terrace to July 17 (5‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied two residential applications: 25-4 for 85 Morgan Ave. and 25-5 for 82 Glenmoor Dr. It approved application 25-10 for Thompson Gardens West at 140 Thompson St. Applications 25-11 was withdrawn, and applications 25-12, 25-2, 25-7, and 25-8 were continued to the July 17, 2025 meeting.

• Denied Application 25-4 – 85 Morgan Ave.
• Denied Application 25-5 – 82 Glenmoor Dr.
• Approved Application 25-10 – 140 Thompson St.
• Withdrawn Application 25-11 – 186 Beach Ave.
• Continued Application 25-12 – 186 Beach Ave. to July 17, 2025
• Continued Application 25-2 – 8 Morgan Terr. to July 17, 2025
• Continued Application 25-7 – 3 Seneca Trl. to July 17, 2025
• Continued Application 25-8 – 3 Seneca Trl. to July 17, 2025

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters. The body may take action on hiring processes and agreements with Local 1205.

• Application process for part-time Fire Inspector
• Civil Service testing for Firefighter/EMT (Grade D)
• Civil Service testing for Firefighter/Paramedic (Grade D)
• Temporary acting Fire Marshal agreement with Local 1205

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters and potential actions regarding hiring and testing. The body will review requirements for fire inspectors and firefighter roles.

• Application process for part-time Fire Inspector
• Civil Service testing for Firefighter/EMT (Grade D)
• Civil Service testing for Firefighter/Paramedic (Grade D)
• Temporary acting Fire Marshal agreement with Local 1205

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel matters. The body may take action on starting application processes and requesting civil service testing for several roles.

• Application process for part-time Fire Inspector
• Civil Service testing for Firefighter/EMT (Grade D)
• Civil Service testing for Firefighter/Paramedic (Grade D)
• Temporary acting Fire Marshal agreement with Local 1205

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance is meeting to review budget transfers. The board will consider moving funds to cover advertising and waste collection services.

• Transfer of $330.00 from Contingency to Advertising for Town Council
• Transfer of $264,720.00 from Regular salaries to Waste Collection for Trashmasters

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission has scheduled a special meeting for June 17, 2025. The agenda does not list specific discussion items or decisions to be made.

The commission approved the minutes from the April 16 meeting and the Director’s Report. It approved several zoning updates, including new food service establishments at 418 Main Street and new signage at 655 Main Street. The commission approved multiple site‑plan reviews and modifications, approving applications 25‑12, 25‑13, 25‑9, 25‑14, 25‑16, 25‑17 and denying application 25‑4. No public comments were received and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Director’s Report (unanimous)
• Approved new food service establishments at 418 Main Street (Lena y Fuego and Tequeria Mexicana #1)
• Approved new building signage at 655 Main Street for Bobby Crabtree dealership
• Approved Site Plan Review Application 25‑12 for Hemingway Rental Associates (with conditions)
• Approved Site Plan Review Application 25‑13 for Frontage Road Shopping Center (Starbucks)
• Denied Site Plan Review Application 25‑4 for live poultry retail store at 672 Main Street
• Approved Text Amendment Application 25‑7 to allow restaurants in CD zoning district

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will meet to review financial and fundraising reports. The body will discuss the Farm Market Family Fun Day and coordinate fall classes with the Recreation Department.

• Introduction of potential Commission Member Katie Valeri
• Fundraising Committee updates including a Bingo report
• Performing Arts Committee updates on show progress and sound
• Planning for Farm Market Family Fun Day
• Coordination of fall classes with the Rec Department

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss old business regarding various positions in the Police, Fire, Board of Education, and Finance departments. New business includes a request for exams for Firefighter EMT/D and Firefighter Paramedic/D positions.

• Police Department: Police Officer C, Public Safety Dispatcher, Certified Public Safety Dispatcher-Lateral Transfer, Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis, and Sergeant Exam
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshall
• Board of Education: Secretary I
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II
• Request for exams for Firefighter EMT/D and Firefighter Paramedic/D

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025, has been cancelled. A show cause hearing regarding 109 Old Town Highway is rescheduled for July 9, 2025.

• Show cause hearing for 109 Old Town Highway rescheduled to July 9, 2025

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025, has been cancelled. A show cause hearing regarding 109 Old Town Highway is rescheduled for July 9, 2025.

• Show cause hearing for 109 Old Town Highway rescheduled to July 9, 2025

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission will meet to review the Director's report and discuss specific local events. The agenda includes items regarding a Roller Derby event and the opening of the beach.

• Roller Derby event
• Beach opening
• Director's Report

The Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission approved the minutes from the April meeting. The motion was made by Sue Crisafi, seconded by Christine Ucich, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss pending litigation. The session is scheduled as an executive session.

• Discussion of 13 Carlson Place, LLC v. Town of East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission (Docket No. (LND) HHD-CV24-6194819-S)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss personnel matters, including certified lists and exams for the Police and Fire Departments. New business includes staffing positions for the Board of Education and Finance Department.

• Police Department: Police Officer C-Request for Certified List
• Police Department: Sergeant Exam
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshall positions
• Board of Education: Secretary I position
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II position

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss personnel matters and certifications. The agenda includes reviews of police and fire department positions and new business regarding the Board of Education and Finance Department.

• Police Department: Police Officer C-Request for Certified List, Public Safety Dispatcher, and Sergeant Exam
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshall positions
• Board of Education: Secretary I position
• Finance Department: Account Clerk II position

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 14 and May 14 meetings. It also unanimously approved starting written‑exam testing for the Board of Education Secretary I vacancy and for the Finance Department Account Clerk II vacancy. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:12 p.m.

• Approved April 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved testing for Board of Education Secretary I position (unanimous)
• Approved testing for Finance Account Clerk II position (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several site plan applications for businesses moving into existing commercial spaces. The body will also consider a petition to amend zoning regulations regarding accessory dwelling units and a request to create four new lots.

• Site Plan Review for Murphy Distributors at 167 Commerce Street
• Text Amendment to allow attached ADUs within 10 feet of side property lines in R-2 districts
• Site Plan Review for Timeless Beauty Bar at 474 Main Street
• Site Plan Review for a sports betting facility at 75 Frontage Road
• Resubdivision application for 990 Foxon Road to create four new lots

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission approved applications 25-14, 25-16, and 25-17. A petition to amend the zoning regulations (application 25-15) and an application from CPDE East Haven, LLC (application 25-18) were set for public hearings on July 2, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Application 25-14 – 167 Commerce Street (Matthew Murphy)
• Approved Application 25-16 – 474 Main Street (Zujeiry Garcia)
• Approved Application 25-17 – 75 Frontage Road (Sportech Venues)
• Scheduled public hearing for Application 25-15 – zoning text amendment petition (July 2, 2025)
• Scheduled public hearing for Application 25-18 – 990 Foxon Road (July 2, 2025)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several new site plan applications for commercial businesses. The body will also consider a petition to amend zoning regulations regarding accessory dwelling units and a property resubdivision.

• Site Plan Review for Murphy Distributors warehouse at 167 Commerce Street
• Site Plan Review for Timeless Beauty Bar salon at 474 Main Street
• Site Plan Review for a sports betting facility at 75 Frontage Road
• Text Amendment to allow attached ADUs within 10 feet of side property lines in R-2 districts
• Resubdivision application for 990 Foxon Road to create four new lots

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council unanimously approved a $33,000 transfer from the Contingency account to the Electricity account. It also set a July 1, 2025 public hearing on amending the itinerant vendor ordinance and authorized agreements for generator service at the police department and a trash‑consortium contract. The council approved the fiscal 2024‑2025 suspense list and a blight‑related fine‑rate ordinance.

• Approved $33,000 transfer from Contingency to Electricity (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing date of July 1, 2025 for itinerant vendor ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to contract Generators On Demand, LLC for police department generator service (unanimous)
• Approved fiscal 2024‑2025 suspense list (unanimous)
• Authorized mayor to enter trash consortium contract with GBRSWIC (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance on blight and fine‑rate structuring (unanimous)

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear subcommittee reports, and act on several items including a trash consortium contract, a blight fine ordinance, and a public hearing date for itinerant vendor regulations. The meeting takes place at the East Haven Community Center, 91 Taylor Avenue, on June 3, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

• Set July 1, 2025 public hearing to amend itinerant vendor ordinances (Chapter 16 of East Haven Code)
• Authorize Mayor or designee to enter generator service agreement with Generators On Demand, LLC for East Haven Police Department (471 North High Street)
• Approve Fiscal 2024-2025 Suspense List (referred by Board of Finance)
• Consider trash consortium contract with Greater Bridgeport Regional Solid Waste Interlocal Committee (GBRSWIC)
• Vote on blight and fine-structuring ordinance

The East Haven Town Council unanimously approved several actions, including a $33,000 transfer from the Contingency account to the Electricity account, setting a July 1 public hearing on itinerant vendors, and authorizing Mayor Carfora to contract generator service for the police department. The council also approved the fiscal suspense list, a trash consortium contract with GBRSWIC, and a blight‑related fines ordinance. All items were approved by voice vote with no opposition.

• Approved $33,000 transfer from Contingency to Electricity (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved July 1, 2025 public hearing date to amend itinerant vendor ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved generator service contract for East Haven Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved fiscal 2024‑2025 suspense list (unanimous)
• Approved trash consortium contract with GBRSWIC (unanimous)
• Approved blight and fine‑rate ordinance (unanimous)

Old Cemetery Board

The Old Cemetery Board will meet via Zoom to discuss ongoing maintenance and infrastructure. The board will review reports on landscaping, bamboo concerns, the retention wall, and entrance pavers.

• Landscaping project report
• Bamboo concerns report
• Retention wall report
• Entrance pavers report

The board approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting. The board approved the treasurer’s report showing a balance of $8,650.70. The board adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer’s report showing $8,650.70 balance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The agenda for this special meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals postponed the public hearing for Application 25-5 (Paul and Trisha Norwood, 82 Glenmoor Drive) to the June 26, 2025 regular meeting. It also closed the public hearing for Application 25-2 (Ralph Mauro, 8 Morgan Terrace) and continued it to the June 26, 2025 regular meeting.

• Continued public hearing for Application 25-5 (Norwood) to June 26, 2025
• Continued public hearing for Application 25-2 (Mauro) to June 26, 2025

Town Council

The Administrative Service Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the Town Council meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to discuss several budget transfers and referrals to the Town Council. Key items include a request to move specific tax accounts into a suspense book and funding adjustments for the rink and Registrar of Voters.

• Referral to Town Council for $398,130.21 to be placed in the FY24-25 Suspense Tax Book
• Referral to Town Council for $33,000.00 transfer from Contingency to Electricity for the Rink
• Budget adjustment of $7,500.00 for the Registrar of Voters covering part-time wages, contractual fees, and office supplies

The Board approved the April 16 minutes by unanimous consent. It referred a $397,376.70 addition to the FY24‑25 Suspense Tax Book to the Town Council. It also referred the rink’s $33,000 electricity and $33,000 contingency items to the Town Council and amended registrar of voters account entries totaling $7,500, all with unanimous approval.

• Approved April 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Referred $397,376.70 addition to Suspense Tax Book to Town Council (unanimous)
• Referred rink electricity $33,000 and contingency $33,000 to Town Council (unanimous)
• Amended registrar of voters accounts to correct descriptions and account numbers, $7,500 total (unanimous)

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will review financial and fundraising reports. The body will discuss offerings for the Farm Market Family Fun Day and fall classes coordinated with the Recreation Department.

• Fundraising updates regarding Bingo, Great Give, and grants
• Planning for Farm Market Family Fun Day
• Coordination of fall classes with the Recreation Department

Fire Commission

The commission voted unanimously to approve the previous month's minutes. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned. No other business or decisions were taken.

• Approved previous month's minutes – unanimous vote
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous vote

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on May 15, 2025, at the high school library. A special presentation by Attorney Michael Luzzi is scheduled. The board will also discuss the budget, capital improvements, the Great Give, Trolley Museum, board signers, BOT elections, a Library of Things, and a library flood issue.

• Presentation by Attorney Michael Luzzi
• Discussion of Budget and Capital Improvements
• Great Give fundraising initiative update
• Board of Trustees elections
• Library flood issue

The board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. It elected the 2025‑26 officers: Amy Derbacher as Chairperson, Melissa Meagher as Vice‑Chair, Christopher Brown as Secretary, and Katy Klarman as Treasurer. The board also adopted the Library of Things Borrower’s Agreement and Use Policy. Ongoing flood repairs and outreach programs were discussed but no further actions were decided.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Elected 2025‑26 officers; slate accepted by vote of Christopher Brown
• Adopted Library of Things Borrower’s Agreement and Use Policy (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board postponed the public hearings for applications 25-4 and 25-5 to the May 29 special meeting. It also postponed the opening hearings for applications 25-7 and 25-8 to the June 26 regular meeting. Application 25-9 was approved with a condition.

• Application 25-4 hearing continued to May 29 special meeting
• Application 25-5 hearing continued to May 29 special meeting
• Application 25-7 opening hearing continued to June 26 regular meeting
• Application 25-8 opening hearing continued to June 26 regular meeting
• Application 25-9 approved with a condition

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will determine if a May 6, 2025, Cease and Desist Order should remain in effect. The commission may affirm, revise, or withdraw the order. If revised, owners may be required to submit a restoration plan for 109 Old Town Highway.

• Show cause public hearing regarding Cease and Desist Order for 109 and 117 Old Town Highway

At the regular meeting on May 14, 2025, the East Haven Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission considered the 109 Old Town Highway matter. The Commission voted to continue the show‑cause hearing until the June 11, 2025 regular meeting. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Continued show‑cause hearing for 109 Old Town Highway (no vote tally recorded)

Civil Service Commission

The East Haven Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to consider several personnel actions for the Police and Fire Departments, as well as the Board of Education. Items include requests for certified lists, lateral transfers, and exam updates for various positions. The agenda contains no fiscal or policy decisions—only administrative personnel matters.

• Police Officer C-Request for Certified List
• Public Safety Dispatcher – Certified Lateral Transfer
• Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshall positions
• Board of Education: Secretary II position

Civil Service Commission

The East Haven Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve several personnel actions for the police and fire departments, including requests for certified hiring lists, a lateral transfer for a public safety dispatcher, and exam results. The board will also consider a Secretary II position for the Board of Education. Public comment will be heard.

• Police Department: request for certified list for Police Officer C
• Police Department: public safety dispatcher hiring and lateral transfer
• Police Department: Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis position
• Police Department: Sergeant exam results
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshall positions

The commission unanimously voted to remove all failed candidates from the Police Officer C eligibility list and certify the one candidate who passed the background investigation. They also unanimously certified the eligibility list for the Secretary II position. The commission then unanimously certified Belinda Phetchampa’s employment as Secretary II and ordered a standard probation letter be sent. The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 p.m.

• Certified remaining candidate for Police Officer C (unanimous vote)
• Certified eligibility list for Secretary II (unanimous vote)
• Certified employment of Belinda Phetchampa as Secretary II (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:08 p.m. (unanimous vote)

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The regular meeting of the Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission scheduled for May 12, 2025, has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to insufficient members present

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The May 12, 2025 meeting of the East Haven Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business will be conducted.

Economic Development Commission

The meeting scheduled for May 8, 2025 was canceled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hear new applications for a Starbucks with a drive-through at 32 Frontage Road, a medspa and offices at 365 Hemingway Avenue, and a rehabilitation facility at 37 Clark Avenue. Public hearings are scheduled for a live poultry store at 672 Main Street, a zoning text amendment to allow restaurants in the CD District, and a petition to add sports betting facilities as a permitted use. The commission will also deliberate on setting an effective date for a comprehensive rewrite of zoning regulations and discuss pending litigation.

• Application 25-13: Site plan for a new detached Starbucks with dine-in and drive-through at 32 Frontage Road (Frontage Road Shopping Center, LLC).
• Application 25-12: Site plan for two business office spaces and a Medspa on the 2nd floor at 365 Hemingway Avenue.
• Public hearing 25-4: Site plan for a live poultry retail store at 672 Main Street.
• Public hearing 25-10: Petition to add 'Sports Betting Facilities, to include Parimutuel Wagering' as a permitted use in CA-1 District on lots of at least 10 acres (75 Frontage Road).
• Deliberation on setting an effective date (proposed June 16, 2025) for the recently-approved zoning regulations rewrite (Application 22-07).

At the May 7, 2025 meeting, the East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission approved several applications, some with conditions, and denied one. Approvals include projects on Clark Ave., Hemingway Ave., Frontage Rd., Foxon Rd., and another on Frontage Rd. The denial was for a proposal at 672 Main St. The commission also approved two items effective June 16, 2025.

• Application 25-11 – Whispering Winds Realty, LLC., 37 Clark Ave. approved
• Application 25-12 – Daniel S. LaMontagne for Hemingway Rental Associates, LLC., 365 Hemingway Ave. approved with conditions
• Application 25-13 – Frontage Road Shopping Center, LLC., 32 Frontage Rd. approved with conditions
• Application 25-4 – Edward Fernandez, 672 Main St. denied without prejudice
• Application 25-5 – Planning and Zoning Commission approved effective June 16, 2025
• Application 25-7 – on behalf of Timothy J. Lee for Sada Shiu, LLC. approved effective June 16, 2025
• Application 25-9 – on behalf of CPDE East Haven, LLC., 990 Foxon Rd. approved with conditions
• Application 25-10 – Sportech Venues, Inc., 75 Frontage Rd. approved effective June 16, 2025

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will meet to review past and upcoming events. The agenda includes a presentation from Kristen Washington regarding BH Care.

• Presentation by Kristen Washington on BH Care

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council is meeting on May 6, 2025, but the agenda contains only procedural placeholders and no specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are described in the provided materials.

The East Haven Town Council approved the meeting minutes, several tax refunds, a tax‑relief ordinance for spouses of first responders who died in the line of duty, and authorized the mayor to sign a Master Municipal Agreement for rights‑of‑way projects. All motions passed by voice vote with unanimous support.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Added Item #6.1 "Master Municipal Agreement for Rights of Way Projects" to agenda (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved refund $2,602.24 to Colin McCune (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved refund $2,841.73 to Colin McCune (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved refund $2,415.71 to Keong Ting Soo (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved refund $3,444.49 to Highlands Property Rentals LLC (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved ordinance providing tax relief to spouses of first responders who died in the line of duty (voice vote, all in favor)
• Authorized Mayor Joseph A. Carfora to sign the Master Municipal Agreement for Rights of Way Projects (voice vote, all in favor)

Fire Commission

The East Haven Fire Commission approved the prior month's minutes with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other business, new or unfinished, was presented.

• Approved previous month's minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Old Cemetery Board

The Old Cemetery Board will meet via Zoom to discuss several active site projects. The board will review reports on landscaping, bamboo concerns, the retention wall, and entrance pavers.

• Landscaping project report
• Bamboo concerns report
• Retention wall report
• Entrance pavers report

The Old Cemetery Board approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting and the treasurer’s report showing a balance of $9,190.70, each by unanimous vote. The board then voted to adjourn the meeting. No other motions were decided.

• Accepted February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted treasurer’s report showing $9,190.70 balance (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider and act upon an ordinance for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This includes adopting the budget for the Town and Board of Education and fixing the tax rate in mills.

• Enactment of ordinance adopting Town and Board of Education budget for 2025-2026
• Fixing the tax rate in mills for the 2025-2026 fiscal year

The East Haven Town Council enacted an ordinance adopting the town and Board of Education budget for fiscal year 2025‑26, totaling $110,716,325 in appropriations. The council also fixed the real‑estate and personal‑property tax rate at 33.44 mills and the motor‑vehicle tax rate at 32.46 mills, the state‑mandated cap. All motions were approved by unanimous voice vote.

• Adopted town and Board of Education budget for FY 2025‑26 (unanimous voice vote)
• Fixed real‑estate and personal‑property tax rate at 33.44 mills (unanimous voice vote)
• Fixed motor‑vehicle tax rate at 32.46 mills (unanimous voice vote)
• Decreased Legal appropriation by $8,850 (approved)
• Increased Town Council appropriation by $7,350 (approved)
• Increased Town Council Clerk appropriation by $900 (approved)
• Increased Police Clerk appropriation by $600 (approved)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and deliberate on four variance applications for residential structures. The board will also hear an appeal regarding a denied zoning permit for a new house.

• Application No. 25-3: Variance for a dormer at 57 Elm Street
• Application No. 25-4: Variance for a second story addition and detached garage at 85 Morgan Avenue
• Application No. 25-5: Variance for a detached garage at 82 Glenmoor Drive
• Application No. 25-6: Variance for a 12’ x 16’ open roof structure at 182 Beach Avenue
• Application No. 25-2: Appeal of a denied zoning permit for a new house at 8 Morgan Terrace

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the application at 57 Elm Street and denied the application at 182 Beach Avenue. Three other applications were continued for further public hearing on later dates. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved Application No. 25-3 – 57 Elm Street (Sergey and Karine Kapchits)
• Denied Application No. 25-6 – 182 Beach Avenue (John S. Emidy and Martha Valdez)
• Continued public hearing for Application No. 25-2 – 8 Morgan Terrace to May 29, 2025 special meeting
• Continued public hearing for Application No. 25-4 – 85 Morgan Avenue to May 15, 2025 regular meeting
• Continued public hearing for Application No. 25-5 – 82 Glenmoor Drive to May 15, 2025 regular meeting

Town Council

The Hearing Committee recommended that the full Council adopt the 2025‑2026 Budget Ordinance for both the Town and the Board of Education. The motion was approved by voice vote with all members in favor and no opposition. The public hearing was then formally closed.

• Hearing Committee recommended adoption of the 2025‑2026 Budget Ordinance (voice vote, all in favor)
• Council approved the recommendation to adopt the 2025‑2026 town budget (voice vote, all in favor)
• Motion to close the public hearing was moved, seconded, and approved

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council will hold two public hearings on the proposed 2025-2026 fiscal year budget. A hearing on the Board of Education portion is scheduled for Monday, April 21, and a hearing on the Town portion for Tuesday, April 22, both at the East Haven Community Center. The proposed budget totals $110,716,325 in both revenues and appropriations, with major categories including education ($52.3M), public safety ($18.9M), and employee benefits ($15.2M).

• Total proposed budget: $110,716,325
• Board of Education appropriations: $52,294,271
• Public Safety appropriations: $18,881,134
• Public hearing on Board of Education budget: April 21 at 7 p.m. at 91 Taylor Avenue
• Public hearing on Town budget: April 22 at 7 p.m. at 91 Taylor Avenue

The Town Council held a public hearing on the 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget for the Board of Education. No members of the public offered comments. Councilwoman Lesco moved, and Vice Chairman Pacelli seconded, a motion to close the hearing, which was adopted. The Finance Director agreed to supply monthly Board of Education appropriation data to Councilwoman Cesare.

• Closed public hearing (motion adopted)

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the treasurer and director, and discuss old business including the budget and capital improvements. New business includes board elections and a proposed 'Library of Things' lending program. The agenda consists largely of standard procedural items with no major decisions anticipated.

• Discussion of budget and capital improvements
• Update on the Great Give fundraising campaign
• Report on Trolley Museum collaboration
• Board signers update
• Proposal for a Library of Things lending collection

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the East Haven Public Library Inc. Board of Trustees for April 17, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to the library building being closed for repairs following flooding damage.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals regular meeting scheduled for April 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the East Haven Senior Center was cancelled. A special meeting is planned for April 22, 2025, at the East Haven High School Library Media Center.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance unanimously approved the special meeting minutes from March 18, 2025 and March 25, 2025. Motions to add Recreation and Tax Collector items to the agenda were also approved. The board discussed a $7,000 Town Clerk expense and a water‑bill transfer of $8,000, but no vote on those items was recorded.

• Approved March 18, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 25, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved addition of Recreation item to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved addition of Tax Collector item to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion to discuss Town Clerk $7,000 expense (unanimous)
• Approved motion to discuss $8,000 water‑bill transfer (unanimous)

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will discuss and vote on accepting hires and associated stipends for the summer theater program. They will also hear updates on fundraising efforts, including bingo, the Great Give, and grants. Other business includes discussions on senior center attendance for summer shows and show choices and rights.

• Vote on acceptance of hires and stipends for summer theater
• Fundraising updates: Bingo, Great Give, and grant updates
• Presentation of alternative and new prospective hires for summer theater
• Discussion on senior center attendance for summer performances
• Updates on show choices and rights

The Arts Commission accepted the March 18 minutes. It approved new hires and stipends for the upcoming season, adopted the show lineup of Zombie Prom and The Wizard of Oz, and allocated $500 for a replacement table saw. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 p.m.

• Approved acceptance of March 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new hires and stipends for upcoming season (unanimous)
• Approved show choices (Zombie Prom, The Wizard of Oz) with adjusted numbers (unanimous)
• Approved $500 allocation to purchase a new table saw (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on a proposed settlement of the pending litigation Mauro v. Town (NNH-CV-22-6122673-S). The council will first convene in executive session to discuss strategy and negotiations, then reconvene in public session for action on the settlement.

• Executive session under Conn. Gen. Stat. §1-200(6)(B) to discuss pending litigation Mauro v. Town
• Public session for discussion and possible action on proposed settlement of Mauro v. Town

The council voted 2/3 to enter an executive session to discuss strategy for the pending Mauro v. Town litigation. After the executive session, the council approved the proposed settlement of the lawsuit. No other actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (2/3 vote)
• Approved proposed settlement of Mauro v. Town

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The East Haven Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission will consider new season prices for ice rink rentals covering events, birthday parties, businesses, and youth hockey teams. Other business includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a Director's Report.

• Approval of minutes
• New season prices for 2025-2026 ice rink rental (events, birthday parties, corporations, businesses, youth hockey teams and clubs)
• Correspondence (if any)
• Director's Report

The Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March meeting. It also unanimously approved the new fee schedule for ice‑rink rentals for the 2025‑2026 season. No other motions were adopted. The commission discussed upcoming programs such as pickle‑ball lessons, bocce courts, and playground flooring.

• Approved March meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved new ice‑rink rental fees for 2025‑2026 (all in favor)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss old business including police and fire department positions (Police Officer C, Public Safety Dispatcher, Manager of Police Accreditation, Fire Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshall). New business includes a Sergeant exam. No votes or contracts with dollar amounts are listed; the agenda is procedural.

• Police Officer C position discussed
• Public Safety Dispatcher position discussed
• Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis position discussed
• Fire Department positions: Captain, Battalion Chief, Fire Marshall discussed
• Sergeant Exam listed as new business

The commission approved the March 10, 2025 minutes and moved directly to the Battalion Chief item. It authorized written‑and‑oral exams for the Battalion Chief and Police Sergeant positions, set the exam weightings and passing score, and certified the top candidates for Public Safety Dispatcher, including James McCarthy. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Suspended agenda order to address Battalion Chief item (unanimous)
• Authorized Battalion Chief test: written 25%, oral 75%, passing score 70 (unanimous)
• Certified top two names for Public Safety Dispatcher (unanimous)
• Authorized Police Sergeant test: written 40%, oral 60%, passing score 70 (unanimous)
• Added Certified Public Safety Dispatcher item to agenda (unanimous)
• Certified James McCarthy for Certified Public Safety Dispatcher (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:23 p.m. (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The East Haven Housing Authority will meet to review and potentially approve its annual plan. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes and a director's report. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Public discussion and possible action on the Housing Authority's annual plan

The board approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. It then approved the five‑year Public Housing Authority (PHA) plan. The meeting was adjourned. No old business or public comments were recorded.

• Approved minutes from 1/13/25 (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved 5-year PHA Plan (all in favor, none opposed)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, none opposed)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Connecticut Siting Council will hold a public hearing on April 10, 2025, regarding Borrelli Solar LLC's petition for a 1.99-megawatt AC solar photovoltaic facility at 179 and 197 Borrelli Road, East Haven. The hearing includes an evidentiary session at 2:00 p.m. for cross-examination and a public comment session at 6:30 p.m. for brief statements. The purpose is to receive evidence on whether the facility will have substantial adverse environmental effects.

• Petition No. 1655 — Borrelli Solar LLC proposes a 1.99-MW AC solar facility at 179 and 197 Borrelli Road.
• Evidentiary session at 2:00 p.m. for cross-examination by parties and intervenors.
• Public comment session at 6:30 p.m. for 3-minute statements; sign-up required by April 9.
• Held remotely via Zoom; link and dial-in provided in the notice.
• Pre-filed testimony due April 3; written comments accepted up to 30 days after close of record.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Connecticut Siting Council is holding a public hearing to review a petition from Borrelli Solar LLC. The body will evaluate if the proposed solar facility will have a substantial adverse environmental effect.

• Proposed construction of a 1.99-megawatt AC solar photovoltaic electric generating facility
• Project location: 179 and 197 Borrelli Road, East Haven
• Evidentiary session scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on April 10, 2025
• Public comment session scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on April 10, 2025

Economic Development Commission

The regular meeting of the East Haven Economic Development Commission scheduled for April 10, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items were considered

Planning and Zoning Commission

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled a public hearing for the Sportech Venues, Inc. project at 75 Frontage Road for the May 7, 2025 regular meeting. It also denied Application 25‑3 submitted by Mohamed Alraishani and Ahmet Ekiz for 744 Foxon Road, without prejudice.

• Scheduled public hearing for Sportech Venues, Inc., 75 Frontage Road (May 7, 2025)
• Denied Application 25‑3 for 744 Foxon Road without prejudice

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission scheduled for April 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

Town Council

At its regular meeting on April 4, 2025, the East Haven Town Council approved a new ordinance regulating short‑term residential rentals. The ordinance adds Article VI, Sections 10‑115 through 10‑132, to the East Haven Code of Ordinances, defining terms, prohibitions, permit requirements, and enforcement procedures. The Mayor signed the ordinance on the same day, making it effective immediately.

• Adopted short‑term residential rental ordinance (no vote tally provided)
• Mayor signed the ordinance on April 4, 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several site plan reviews and zoning text amendments. The body may vote on a 2019 draft revision of zoning regulations and specific business applications.

• Application No. 22-07: Text Amendment to complete 2019 draft revision of Zoning Regulations
• Application No. 25-4: Site Plan Review for live poultry retail store at 672 Main Street
• Application No. 25-6: Site Plan Review for carting company vehicle storage at 259 Commerce Street
• Application No. 25-7: Proposed Text Amendment to allow restaurants in the CD Zoning District
• Application No. 25-8: Site Plan Review for 40’ x 98’ cooler building addition at 850 Foxon Road

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission approved the application by Michael Gigliotti (850 Foxon Rd.) and the application by Anthony Miller (259 Commerce St.) with conditions. It also approved the commission’s own Application No. 22-07. Several other applications were scheduled for a public hearing on May 7, 2025, or continued to future meetings.

• Approved Michael Gigliotti application (850 Foxon Rd.) with conditions
• Approved Anthony Miller application (259 Commerce St.) with conditions
• Approved Application No. 22-07 (Commission) without conditions
• Scheduled Timothy J. Lee for Sada Shiu, LLC. application (25-7) for public hearing on May 7, 2025
• Scheduled CPDE East Haven, LLC. application (25-9) for public hearing on May 7, 2025
• Continued Mohamed Alraishani and Ahmet Ekiz application (25-3) to April 9, 2025 special meeting
• Continued Edward Fernandez application (25-4) to May 7, 2025 regular meeting
• Continued Planning and Zoning Commission application (25-5) to May 7, 2025 regular meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, has been cancelled due to a change in location. A special meeting has been scheduled for the same date and time at the East Haven High School Library Media Center.

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council Hearing Committee will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances: one regulating short-term rentals (continued from March 11) and another addressing blight and setting fine rates. Both ordinances will be considered for adoption.

• Public hearing on short-term rental ordinance (continued from March 11, 2025)
• Public hearing on blight ordinance with structured fine rates

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive subcommittee reports, and act on several items. They will consider a $33,700 budget transfer from bus transportation and part-time wages to other contractual services, set a public hearing date for a tax relief ordinance for spouses of first responders who died in the line of duty, and discuss proposed ordinances on blight fines and short-term rentals.

• Transfer of $33,700 from bus transportation ($3,700) and part-time wages ($30,000) to other contractual services
• Setting a public hearing date for an ordinance providing tax relief to spouses of first responders and state police who died in the line of duty
• Consideration of an ordinance related to blight and structuring the rate for imposing fines
• Consideration of an ordinance related to short-term rentals

The Town Council approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting. It approved a $33,700 transfer of funds to other contractual services. The council approved the short‑term rental ordinance and set a May 6, 2025 public hearing for the tax‑relief ordinance for spouses of first responders who died in the line of duty, while also removing the blight ordinance from the agenda and scheduling a hearing for it on the same date. The council noted that $100‑per‑day fines will be enforced on three parcels that fail to comply with blight regulations.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Approved $33,700 fund transfer (Bus Transportation $3,700 and Part‑time wages $30,000 to Other Contractual Services)
• Approved ordinance related to short‑term rentals
• Set public hearing for tax‑relief ordinance (May 6, 2025)
• Removed blight ordinance from agenda and set public hearing (May 6, 2025)
• Authorized $100 per day fines for non‑compliance on three blight parcels

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council is holding a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1206, which would regulate short-term residential rentals. The council will discuss and potentially vote on the amended ordinance during the meeting.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1206 regarding short-term residential rentals
• Amended short-term rental ordinance presented for council consideration

The East Haven Town Council approved the meeting minutes and a $33,700 fund transfer. It set a public hearing for a tax‑relief ordinance for spouses of fallen first responders on May 6, 2025. The blight‑related ordinance was removed and also scheduled for a May 6 hearing. The short‑term rentals ordinance was approved.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Approved $33,700 transfer of funds between budget accounts
• Set public hearing for tax‑relief ordinance on May 6, 2025
• Removed blight ordinance; public hearing set for May 6, 2025
• Approved short‑term rentals ordinance

Fire Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It also voted to reissue the posting and written exam for the Battalion Chief position after only one candidate was received. No new business, public session, or executive session was presented. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

• Approved previous month's minutes (unanimous)
• Reissued Battalion Chief posting and written exam (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Old Cemetery Board

The East Haven Old Cemetery Board regular meeting scheduled for March 27, 2025, at 7:00 PM via Zoom was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business was conducted.

Old Cemetery Board

The Old Cemetery Board will meet via Zoom to discuss ongoing maintenance and infrastructure. The board will review reports on landscaping, bamboo concerns, the retention wall, and entrance pavers.

• Landscaping project report
• Bamboo concerns report
• Retention wall report
• Entrance pavers report
• Executive session regarding personnel

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council is holding a special meeting to receive Mayor Joseph A. Carfora's State of the Town Address and Budget Presentation Message. The Council will also consider setting public hearing dates for the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget—April 21 for the town budget and April 22 for the Board of Education portion. No other business is scheduled.

• Receive Mayor Carfora's State of the Town Address
• Receive Mayor Carfora's Budget Presentation Message for 2025-2026
• Consider setting a public hearing on the town budget for April 21, 2025
• Consider setting a public hearing on the Board of Education budget for April 22, 2025

The council heard Mayor Carfora’s State of the Town and budget address, updates on police, fire, recreation, youth services, and the town’s credit rating. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance is holding a special meeting to revise the previously approved Capital Improvement Plan. Proposed adjustments include adding $75,996 to the Engineering Department and shifting $20,000 from Building Repairs to a Mason Dump Plow/Sander. The board will also consider several budget transfers for Recreation and Planning & Zoning departments, funded from contingency and other accounts.

• Add $75,996 to Engineering (223) in Capital Improvement Plan
• Move $20,000 from Building Repairs to 1YD Mason Dump Plow/Sander in Public Service (224)
• Transfer $33,700 within Recreation: from Bus Transportation and Part-time wages to Other Contractual Services
• Transfer $5,950 within Planning & Zoning: from Contingency to Advertising, Other Contractual, and Office Supplies
• Transfer $4,000 from Contingency for Planning & Zoning-ZBA Advertising

The Board of Finance approved revisions to the Capital Improvement Plan, adding $75,996.00 to the Engineering Department and reallocating $15,000.00 from Building Repairs to the 1YD Mason Dump Plow/Sander. The Board referred a $33,700.00 recreation contract request to the Town Council. It also approved $5,950.00 for Planning & Zoning office supplies and advertising, and $4,000.00 for ZBA advertising, moving the funds from contingency accounts. All motions were carried.

• Approved $75,996.00 addition to Engineering and $15,000.00 reallocation in Capital Improvement Plan (motion carried)
• Referred $33,700.00 recreation contract to Town Council (motion carried)
• Approved $5,950.00 reallocation for Planning & Zoning advertising, other contractual services, and office supplies (motion carried)
• Approved $4,000.00 reallocation for ZBA advertising from contingency (motion carried)

Town Council

The Administrative Service Committee is meeting only to set the agenda for the April 1, 2025, Town Council meeting. No other business or decisions are listed on this agenda.

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from February and receive the treasurer's and director's reports. Old business includes discussion of the budget, capital improvements, the Great Give fundraiser, and the nominating committee. New business covers officer insurance and a library clock. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2025 meeting
• Treasurer's report and director's report with staffing, building, and circulation updates
• Discussion of budget and capital improvements under old business
• Update on the Great Give fundraising event
• New business: officer insurance and library clock

The board approved the minutes from the February meeting. A motion was carried to allocate $50 from the sunshine fund to create a raffle basket for the Friends of the Library bingo night. The meeting was then adjourned and scheduled to reconvene on April 17.

• Approved February meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Allocated $50 from sunshine fund for bingo raffle basket (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting until April 17 (motion carried)
• Board members Christopher Brown and Melissa Meagher to visit Key Bank on March 21 to resolve check‑signing issue

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board denied Application 24-29 for 600 Thompson Street. Applications 25-2 (8 Morgan Terrace) and 25-3 (57 Elm Street) were continued to the April 17, 2025 regular meeting.

• Denied Application 24-29 – 600 Thompson Street
• Continued Application 25-2 – 8 Morgan Terrace to April 17, 2025 meeting
• Continued Application 25-3 – 57 Elm Street to April 17, 2025 meeting

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 19, 2025. No business items were discussed or decided.

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will review and vote on the summer theater budget, prospective hires, and associated stipends. The meeting also includes updates on fundraising, a financial report, and a search for new commissioners.

• Presentation and review of summer theater budget
• Vote on acceptance of prospective hires and stipends for summer theater
• Financial report from Sharon
• Fundraising committee updates
• New commissioner search updates

The East Haven Arts Commission voted to reduce total performing arts stipends to $15,000 from a proposed $17,000 due to budget constraints, and approved the proposed list of hires. They also approved the shows 'Wizard of Oz-Youth Edition' and 'Nine to 5' for the Young Adult. The commission accepted the February minutes, noted a balance of $22,544.86, and approved a $100 ad in the EHHS program.

• Approved February minutes (all in favor)
• Approved stipend total of $15,000 instead of $17,000 (all in favor)
• Approved proposed list of hires (all in favor)
• Approved shows: Wizard of Oz-Youth Edition and Nine to 5 (all in favor)
• Approved $100 ad in EHHS program (all in favor)

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance will hold a special meeting to consider returning the budget to the mayor and to approve a $24,900 transfer from contingency funds to data processing. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 15, 2025, and public comment.

• Return budget to the mayor
• Transfer $24,900 from Contingency (10050885 58689) to Data Processing (10041104 53657)
• Approve special meeting minutes from January 15, 2025
• Public comment period

The Board of Finance voted 5-2 to return the budget and capital plan to the Mayor, with Ralph Vitale and Beth Purcell opposed. They also approved a $24,900 transfer from contingency to data processing for additional Munis accounting software setup time. Revenue discussions noted a significant increase in telecommunication property tax and a drop in state PILOT payments.

• Approved amended January 15, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Returned budget and capital to Mayor (5-2)
• Approved $24,900 transfer from contingency to data processing (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The East Haven Economic Development Commission's regular meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The East Haven Board of Assessment Appeals has cancelled its regular hearing committee meeting scheduled for March 12, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no hearings or appeals were conducted

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission scheduled for March 12, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The East Haven Board of Assessment Appeals has cancelled its regular hearing committee meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting and public hearing to consider an amended draft ordinance on short-term residential rentals. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the proposed Short-Term Residential Rentals Ordinance (amended draft)

The East Haven Town Council held a public hearing on a proposed short-term rental ordinance, hearing from numerous residents for and against. After discussion, the council voted unanimously to table the ordinance until its April 1, 2025 meeting. A second agenda item on tax relief for spouses of first responders killed in the line of duty was removed from the agenda by Chairman Deko.

• Tabled short-term rental ordinance until April 1, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Removed tax relief ordinance for first responder spouses from agenda

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals held its final meeting on March 10, 2025, and acted on all 9 appeals filed. For the 2024 Real Estate Grand List, 5 applications were heard with no changes and 1 was withdrawn. For the 2024 Personal Property Grand List, 1 appeal was heard with no change and 2 were withdrawn; no supplemental motor vehicle appeals were filed. The board made zero net assessment changes to all grand lists.

• Heard 5 real estate appeals, all with no changes to assessments
• Withdrew 1 real estate appeal
• Heard 1 personal property appeal, with no change to assessment
• Withdrew 2 personal property appeals
• Received 0 supplemental motor vehicle appeals
• Made 0 net assessment changes to the 2024 Real Estate Grand List
• Made 0 net assessment changes to the 2024 Personal Property Grand List
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. after acting on all applications

Civil Service Commission

The East Haven Civil Service Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially take action on filling several positions in the Police and Fire Departments, including Police Officer C, Public Safety Dispatcher, Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis, Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshal. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment before addressing old business.

• Police Officer C position
• Public Safety Dispatcher position
• Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis position
• Fire Captain position
• Fire Battalion Chief position

The East Haven Civil Service Commission unanimously certified the top 2 eligible candidates for Public Safety Dispatcher and waived the Battalion Chief exam for the single applicant, sending the name to the Fire Commission. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Certified top 2 eligible Public Safety Dispatcher candidates (unanimous)
• Waived Battalion Chief exam and certified 1 candidate (unanimous)

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission will meet to review the Director's report and approve previous minutes. The body will also discuss a Roller Derby and Inline Skating League.

• Discussion regarding Roller Derby and Inline Skating League
• Director's Report

The East Haven Recreation and Athletic Complex Commission approved minutes from the January meeting and discussed new programs, including inline skating, roller derby, cooking classes, and pickleball. It voted to charge out-of-town schools a $50.00 bus fee to park at the Splash Pad. It also voted to charge businesses $225.00 for skate rink rental, including skates, for up to 15 people, with $10.00 for each additional person, not to exceed $400.00.

• Approved minutes from the January meeting.
• Approved a $50.00 bus parking fee for out-of-town schools using the Splash Pad.
• Approved a $225.00 skate rink rental fee for businesses, including skates, for up to 15 people, with $10.00 per additional person, not to exceed $400.00.
• Discussed new programs: inline skating men's league, public rollerskating events, women's roller derby league, cooking classes, adult pickleball league, and a pickleball clinic for grades 6-8.
• Noted outdoor pickleball courts are expected to open by April 1st, weather dependent.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance Budget Workshop Subcommittee is meeting on March 6, 2024, to review budget requests from 14 town departments, including Police, Housing/Urban Renewal, and the Senior Center. Department heads are expected to attend. This is part of the FY 2024-2025 budget process leading to a final budget return to the Mayor on March 20.

• Review of Police department budget (332)
• Review of Housing/Urban Renewal budgets (445 & 446)
• Review of Senior Center budget (665)
• Review of Public Safety Dispatch Center budget (336)
• Department heads must attend the 6:30 PM meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The agenda is provided as a series of PDF links and does not list specific items for discussion or decision. The meeting includes public hearings and actions and decisions.

The East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission approved two applications with conditions, scheduled public hearings for four items, and continued two others to the April 2, 2025 Special Meeting. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Application No. 24-39 (Aniceto Lopez Diaz, 420 Main Street) with conditions
• Approved Application No. 25-2 (101 Frontage Road Holdings, LLC, 101 Frontage Road)
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 25-4 (Edward Fernandez, 672 Main Street) for April 2, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 25-5 (Planning and Zoning Commission) for April 2, 2025
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 25-6 (Anthony Miller, 259 Commerce Street) for April 2, 2025
• Continued Application No. 22-07 (East Haven Planning and Zoning Commission) to April 2, 2025
• Continued opening of public hearing for Application No. 25-3 (Mohamed Alraishani and Ahmet Ekiz, 744 Foxon Road) to April 2, 2025

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council approved minutes, set a public hearing for March 11 on a short-term rental ordinance, and added three agenda items: appointing Maribel Aguilar to the Housing Authority (approved), setting a public hearing for March 11 on tax relief for spouses of first responders killed in the line of duty, and setting a public hearing for April 1 on a blight fines ordinance. The council also convened in executive session to discuss legal strategy regarding Tweed-New Haven Airport expansion.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Set public hearing for March 11, 2025 on short-term rental ordinance
• Approved appointment of Maribel Aguilar to Housing Authority (term to Jan 31, 2027)
• Set public hearing for March 11, 2025 on tax relief for spouses of first responders killed in line of duty
• Set public hearing for April 1, 2025 on blight fines ordinance
• Convened executive session to discuss Tweed-New Haven Airport expansion legal strategy

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will hold its regular meeting on March 4, 2025, covering routine items such as approval of minutes, updates on upcoming and past events, and a presentation from Kristen Washington of BH Care. No major decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Presentation by Kristen Washington of BH Care
• Review of upcoming and past events
• Commission discussion and open forum

The East Haven Youth Services Committee met on March 4, 2025, and approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously. They discussed upcoming teen center dates, a CPR class for staff, a mentoring event, summer planning, and potential collaborations with the PAL program. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; all other items were reports and discussions.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss routine business and several specific initiatives. Items include approval of November 2024 minutes, reports from the treasurer and director, and updates on an AED installation, holiday party, grant programs, and free tax preparation. New business covers the budget and capital improvements, a partnership with the Trolley Museum, the Great Give fundraiser, board signers, and a nominating committee.

• Budget and capital improvements discussion
• Trolley Museum partnership proposal
• Great Give fundraising initiative
• Board signers update
• AED installation completed

The board approved a one-year contract allowing the Shoreline Trolley Museum to display a trolley model in the library's lower-level hallway, with the museum holding insurance. The 2025-26 budget was submitted to the town with a 0.51% increase. The board also tabled creating a nominating committee until March.

• Approved minutes from November 2024 meeting
• Approved Trolley Museum contract for one-year display (motion passed)
• Tabled nominating committee creation until March 2025 meeting
• Adjourned meeting until March 20, 2025

Old Cemetery Board

The East Haven Old Cemetery Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to discuss ongoing projects including landscaping, bamboo concerns, retention wall, and entrance pavers. The board will also elect officers and appoint a recording clerk. Public comment will be taken.

• Election of officers and appointment of Recording Clerk under new business
• Project reports on landscaping, bamboo concerns, retention wall, and entrance pavers
• Approval of January 30, 2025 regular meeting minutes

The East Haven Old Cemetery Board held a regular meeting via Zoom on February 27, 2025, with a quorum present. The board approved the January 30, 2025 meeting minutes as written and unanimously approved the slate of officers for 2025: Robert Sand as Chairperson, Richard Caponera as Vice-Chairperson, Ann Murray as Treasurer, Amy Derbacher as Deputy Treasurer, and Stacy Gravino as Recording Clerk. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:24 pm.

• Approved January 30, 2025 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 slate of officers and recording clerk: Chairperson Robert Sand, Vice-Chairperson Richard Caponera, Treasurer Ann Murray, Deputy Treasurer Amy Derbacher, Recording Clerk Stacy Gravino (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting with public hearings on a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term residential rentals. The agenda includes consideration of an amended version of the ordinance for the February 26, 2025 public hearing.

• Public hearing on draft short-term residential rentals ordinance (amended for 2-26-2025)
• Notice of public hearings for the special meeting
• Consideration of special meeting actions

The East Haven Town Council approved three appointments: Joseph A. Carfora and Charles Coyle to the Greater New Haven Transit District, and Roberta DeLuca to the Urban Renewal Agency. An ordinance on short-term rentals was removed from the agenda and not acted upon.

• Approved appointment of Joseph A. Carfora to Greater New Haven Transit District (term to Jan 31, 2029)
• Approved appointment of Charles Coyle to Greater New Haven Transit District (term to Jan 31, 2027)
• Approved appointment of Roberta DeLuca to Urban Renewal Agency (term to Jan 31, 2028)
• Removed short-term rental ordinance from agenda

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council’s Administrative Service Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the March 4, 2025, Town Council meeting.

Fire Commission

The East Haven Fire Commission held a routine meeting, appointing Commissioner Verderame as Chairman and Commissioner Coyle as Vice Chairman, both unanimously. The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and accepted the Chief's report for the month. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after 17 minutes.

• Appointed Commissioner Verderame as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Coyle as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Chief's report for the month (unanimous)

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees for February 20, 2025, has been cancelled because there was not enough members present to form a quorum. No business was conducted.

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss several operational items. New business includes the library budget and capital improvements, a partnership with the Trolley Museum, the Great Give fundraising event, and board signer changes. Old business covers completed AED installation, holiday party, grant programs, and free tax preparation.

• Budget and capital improvements discussion
• Trolley Museum Partnership proposal
• Great Give fundraising event
• Board signers appointment
• AED installation completed

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals denied three applications and continued one to its March 20, 2025 meeting. The denials were for properties at 85 Hemingway Avenue, 24 and 80 Warner Road, and 307 Laurel Street. The application for 600 Thompson Street was continued.

• Denied Application 24-24 for 85 Hemingway Avenue
• Denied Application 24-28 for 24 and 80 Warner Road
• Denied Application 25-1 for 307 Laurel Street (variances for lot frontage)
• Continued Application 24-29 for 600 Thompson Street to March 20, 2025

Board of Finance

The East Haven Board of Finance has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 19, 2025. No business will be conducted at this time.

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will meet to review financial and committee reports. The body will also discuss the search for a new commissioner.

• Financial report
• Fundraising Committee updates
• Performing Arts Committee updates
• New Commissioner search

The East Haven Arts Commission met on February 18, 2025, and approved the December 17 minutes. The financial report showed a balance of $22,589.72. Fundraising updates included grant applications and potential budget shortfalls for summer shows. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved December 17 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:49 p.m. (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The East Haven Economic Development Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, has been canceled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The regular meeting of the East Haven Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission scheduled for February 12, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The Recreation and Athletic Complex Commission meeting scheduled for February 10, 2025, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The notice of cancellation is attached to the agenda.

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review old business regarding specific roles in the Police and Fire Departments. The meeting also includes a new business item concerning reorganization.

• Police Department: Police Officer C, Public Safety Dispatcher, and Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis
• Fire Department: Captain, Battalion Chief, and Fire Marshall
• New Business: Reorganization

The East Haven Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a testing process for Fire Battalion Chief, comprising a written exam (25% of grade, passing score 70) and an oral interview (75% of grade, passing score 70). They also established a one-year eligibility list for Public Safety Dispatcher and elected new officers. No other substantive decisions were made; several positions remain in background investigation or paused.

• Approved testing process for Battalion Chief: written exam 25% (pass 70) and oral interview 75% (pass 70) (unanimous)
• Established Public Safety Dispatcher eligibility list valid for 1 year (unanimous)
• Elected Prisco Monico as Chairman for next year (unanimous)
• Elected Richard DePalma as Vice-Chairman for next year (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The East Haven Economic Development Commission met on Feb. 6, 2025, and approved the minutes from Nov. 14, 2024. Director Rich Coppola reported seven zoning permit applications for new businesses in 2025, including a beauty salon, a Mexican restaurant, a real estate office, a barber shop, and site plans for a Gas & Go sign, a drive-through Starbucks, and a deli. The commission also discussed a proposed rezoning of the Foxon Road area near Mill and Thompson Streets to allow restaurants, but no formal action was taken. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

• Approved minutes from Nov. 14, 2024 (unanimous)
• Heard report on 7 new business applications for 2025
• Discussed proposed rezoning of Foxon Road area (no action)
• Adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council approved a contract with the police union (Local 0275, UPSEU COPS) for 2024-2029, ratified after executive session. It also approved six property tax refunds totaling over $18,700, a $49,500 budget transfer, and numerous board and commission appointments. A public hearing on short-term rentals was scheduled for February 26, 2025.

• Approved police union contract (Local 0275, UPSEU COPS) for 7/1/2024-6/30/2029
• Approved six tax refunds totaling $18,709.18
• Approved $49,500 transfer from IT to Finance salaries
• Scheduled public hearing on short-term rentals for Feb 26, 2025
• Approved appointments to Board of Assessment Appeals, Health Dept, Flood & Erosion, etc.
• Removed item on license plate reader cameras from agenda
• Removed appointment of Clayton Joyner from agenda

Old Cemetery Board

The Old Cemetery Board will meet via Zoom to discuss ongoing maintenance projects and administrative updates. The board will address expiring terms for two members and one unfilled seat.

• Project reports on landscaping, bamboo concerns, retention wall, and entrance pavers
• Expiring terms for Vic-Chairperson Richard Caponera and Commissioner Barbara Buonome
• Expiring unfilled board seat
• Planning for officer reorganization and Clerk appointment at the February meeting

The East Haven Old Cemetery Board voted to move forward with a proposed budget that increases the town stipend from $6,700 to $8,700 yearly, plus one-time funds for a survey and tree removal, and a $30,000 capital improvement request. The board also approved minutes from a prior meeting and discussed ongoing projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 special meeting as written (unanimous)
• Voted to move forward with budget proposal increasing yearly stipend to $8,700 and adding $7,000 for survey and $3,000 for tree/stump removal (unanimous)
• Voted to move forward with $30,000 capital improvement request for fence finials and entryway pavers (unanimous)

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to review financial reports and fundraising grant updates. The commission will also address leadership vacancies in the Visual Arts Committee and the search for a new commissioner.

• Financial report
• Fundraising and grant updates
• Visual Arts Committee resignation and chairperson vacancy
• Search for a new commissioner

The East Haven Arts Commission accepted the December minutes, approved Callie Fusco as Fundraising Committee chair, and discussed grant applications and committee updates. They also noted the resignation of Director Michael Moore and plan to advertise for new commissioners and a Visual Arts chair.

• Approved December 17 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Callie Fusco as Fundraising Committee chair (all in favor)
• Noted resignation of Director Michael Moore from Visual Arts Committee
• Agreed to advertise for new commissioner and Visual Arts help

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council will hold a special meeting to consider and act upon an ordinance regarding the use of funds from a specific depository account. These funds are intended for the full and final resolution of the case One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC v. Maturo.

• Ordinance to authorize withdrawal of funds from the depository account for Case No. 3:17-cv-00985 SVN (D. Conn.)

The East Haven Town Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing the withdrawal and use of funds from a depository account to fully resolve the lawsuit One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC v. Maturo. The vote was unanimous with no opposition or abstentions. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved ordinance authorizing withdrawal and use of funds to settle Barberry Real Estate lawsuit (unanimous)

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council Hearing Committee will hold a public hearing on January 28, 2025, to consider an ordinance authorizing the withdrawal and use of funds from a depository account established to secure a judgment in the case One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC v. Maturo. The ordinance aims to achieve a full and final resolution of the case.

• Ordinance to authorize withdrawal of funds from the depository account for One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC v. Maturo (Case No. 3:17-cv-00985) to settle the lawsuit

The Hearing Committee of the East Haven Town Council held a public hearing and recommended adoption of an ordinance authorizing withdrawal and use of funds from a depository account to settle the Barberry Real Estate Holding LLC v. Maturo case. The town faces an open judgment of approximately $13.5M, accruing $40K per month in post-judgment interest. The ordinance allows settlement payments directly from the account, avoiding appeal bond costs. The recommendation now goes to the full Council.

• Closed public hearing (all in favor)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance to full Council (all in favor)

Fire Commission

The East Haven Fire Commission unanimously approved reposting the Battalion Chief position and requesting a new test. They also voted to fast-track the Fire Marshal position once it becomes vacant, following the current Fire Marshal's possible retirement due to injury. The commission accepted the Chief's monthly report and approved the November meeting minutes. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Chief's monthly report (unanimous)
• Approved reposting Battalion Chief position and requesting another test (unanimous)
• Approved fast-tracking Fire Marshal position when it becomes available (unanimous)

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council's Administrative Service Committee will hold a regular meeting on January 27, 2025, at 250 Main Street. The sole purpose is to set the agenda for the upcoming Town Council meeting on February 4, 2025. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or public hearings.

• Setting the agenda for the February 4, 2025 Town Council meeting

Town Council

The Administrative Service Committee of the East Haven Town Council is holding a regular meeting solely to set the agenda for the February 4, 2025, Town Council meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to discuss pending litigation and the potential scheduling of a public hearing. The hearing would concern an ordinance to withdraw and use funds from a depository account to resolve the One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC v. Maturo case.

• Executive session regarding One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC, et al. v. Joseph Maturo, et al. (Case No. 3:17-cv-00985-KAD)
• Executive session regarding Town of East Haven et al v. Allied World Insurance Company, Allied World National Assurance, and Starr Indemnity and Liability Company (Case No. 3:17-cv-01004)
• Proposed public hearing for January 28, 2025, regarding an ordinance to use funds for the final resolution of Case No. 3:17-cv-00985 SVN

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission has cancelled its regular monthly meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided

East Haven Arts Commission

The East Haven Arts Commission will meet to review financial reports and fundraising grant updates. The commission is seeking a new Visual Arts Committee Chairperson and a new commissioner.

• Financial report
• Fundraising committee grant updates
• Visual Arts Committee chairperson vacancy
• Search for new commissioner

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The regular meeting of the East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for January 16, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to insufficient members present

Hagaman Memorial Library Board

The East Haven Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, receive reports from the treasurer and director, and discuss old business including a community dining room fundraiser and an AED. New business items include the Great Give fundraising event, budget and capital improvements, and board signers.

• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 board meeting
• Director's report on staffing, building, and project updates
• Discussion of Community Dining Room Fundraiser
• New business: Great Give fundraising event
• New business: Budget and capital improvements

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on four variance applications. The board will also discuss a proposed stipulation of judgment regarding pending litigation for a property at 60 Brown Road.

• Application 24-24: Request for 52-foot height variance for a 4-story apartment and office building at 85 Hemingway Avenue
• Application 24-28: Request for lot line revision and variances for 24 and 80 Warner Road
• Application 24-29: Request for variance to place a 10’ x 12’ shed 12 feet from street line at 600 Thompson Street
• Application 24-30: Request for variance to place a 12-foot diameter above-ground pool at 714 Laurel Street
• Discussion and possible action on a Stipulation of Judgment for Brian Prinz v. East Haven ZBA regarding 60 Brown Road

The East Haven Zoning Board of Appeals held a regular meeting on January 16, 2025, and approved a variance for Christopher and Rhonda Griswold at 714 Laurel Street. Three other applications were continued to the February 20, 2025 meeting, with no decisions made on them.

• Approved variance for 714 Laurel Street (Christopher and Rhonda Griswold)
• Continued Application 24-24 (85 Hemingway Avenue) to Feb 20, 2025
• Continued Application 24-28 (24 and 80 Warner Road) to Feb 20, 2025
• Continued Application 24-29 (600 Thompson Street) to Feb 20, 2025

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will consider an application for a proposed drive-thru restaurant. The body will discuss and potentially vote on the project's impact on local wetlands.

• Application No. 2025-01 for 101 Frontage Road: proposed drive-thru restaurant
• Proposed disturbance of 0.08 acres of wetlands and 0.27 acres of upland review area
• Proposed 4,762 s.f. of wetland replication area
• Review of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update from Regulation Revision Subcommittee

The East Haven Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved Application #2025-01 for 101 Frontage Road with conditions at its January 15, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Application #2025-01 for 101 Frontage Road with conditions

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to discuss budget transfers for public service and general fund salaries. The body will also consider an executive session regarding pending litigation involving One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC.

• Transfer of $2,300 for Clothing/Uniform and $2,300 for Bldg/Ground Maint
• General Fund transfer of $49,500 from IT Regular Salaries to Finance Reg Salaries
• Executive session regarding One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC et al v. Maturo et al (Case 3:17-cv-00985-SVN)
• Approval of the 2025 Schedule of Meetings

The East Haven Board of Finance voted to refer to the Town Council a recommendation to authorize using $13.5 million from an interest-bearing account to secure a judgment in the One Barberry Real Estate Holding, LLC v. Maturo et al. lawsuit. The board also approved a $2,300 transfer for clothing/uniforms, a $49,500 salary transfer for a new Finance employee, and the 2025 meeting schedule. The audit is on extension through January 31, 2025.

• Referred $13.5M legal settlement funding to Town Council (all in favor)
• Approved $2,300 transfer from Bldg/Ground Maint to Clothing/Uniform (all in favor)
• Approved $49,500 transfer from IT Regular Salaries to Finance Reg Salaries (all in favor)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (all in favor)

Recreation & Athletic Complex Commission

The commission will hold a regularly scheduled meeting to review minutes and receive reports. The agenda includes discussions on new programs and a report from the director.

• Discussion of new programs
• Director's report

The East Haven Recreation and Athletic Complex Commission met on January 13, 2025, and approved the minutes from the December meeting. Members discussed upcoming free programs, including a senior skate on Tuesdays and pickleball classes for middle schoolers, with dates to be announced. No formal votes were taken on these programs; the only action was the unanimous approval of the minutes.

• Approved December meeting minutes (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The East Haven Housing Authority met on January 13, 2025, and approved the minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting. The new director, Rich Coppola, presented an overview of HUD program changes, including new Fair Market Rents, the upcoming 5-Year PHA Agency Plan, and budget information. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes from 4/8/24 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:29 PM (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The East Haven Housing Authority approved the minutes from its April 8, 2024 meeting. Director Rich Coppola presented an overview of HUD program changes, including new Fair Market Rents effective January 1, 2025, and upcoming NSPIRE inspection standards. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Approved minutes from April 8, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:29 PM (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss old business regarding several municipal positions. The agenda lists personnel matters for the Police Department, Fire Department, Board of Education, and Finance department.

• Police Department: Police Officer C, Public Safety Dispatcher, and Manager of Police Accreditation and Crime Analysis
• Fire Department: Captain and Battalion Chief
• Board of Education: Secretary II
• Finance: Assistant Finance Director

The East Haven Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the minutes from December 9, 2024, and established a one-year eligibility list for Police Officer C based on 11 passing candidates. It certified the employment of Luis Urbino as Secretary II for the Board of Education and Barbara Brannigan as Assistant Finance Director, both with standard probation letters. The commission also voted to begin the testing process for a potential Fire Marshal vacancy, with a written exam (25% of grade, passing 70) and oral interview (75%, passing 70).

• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 (unanimous)
• Established Police Officer C eligibility list for 1 year (unanimous)
• Certified Luis Urbino as Secretary II effective Jan 27, 2025 (unanimous)
• Certified Barbara Brannigan as Assistant Finance Director effective Jan 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved beginning Fire Marshal testing process with written (25%) and oral (75%) exams (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and likely vote on two text amendments: a moratorium on new smoke/vape businesses and a comprehensive revision of zoning regulations. The board will also review four site plan applications for new businesses at 208 Main Street, 420 Main Street, and 78 Saltonstall Parkway. Prior meeting minutes from six meetings in 2024 are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing and possible vote on a moratorium for businesses selling smoke and vape products (Application 24-31)
• Public hearing and possible vote on a draft zoning regulation revision from 2019 (Application 22-07)
• Site plan review for a salon called 'The Golden Hour' at 208 Main Street (Application 24-38)
• Site plan review for a taqueria called 'Tequeria Mexicana #1' at 420 Main Street (Application 24-39)
• Site plan reviews for a real estate office at 78 Saltonstall Parkway and a barber shop at 208 Main Street (Applications 24-41 & 24-42)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for January 8, 2025, has been cancelled.

Town Council

The East Haven Town Council approved an ordinance to purchase land located at 8 Tyler Street Ext. The council also approved the minutes of a previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included subcommittee reports and an executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved ordinance to purchase land at 8 Tyler Street Ext.
• Approved minutes

Youth Services Commission

The Youth Services Commission will meet to approve its 2025 meeting time and review past and upcoming events. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding BH Care with Kristen Washington.

• Approval of 2025 meeting time
• Discussion with Kristen Washington regarding BH Care

The East Haven Youth Services Commission met on January 7, 2025, and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. They also discussed teen center updates, including increased attendance and new activities, and noted an upcoming visit from Kristen Washington in March.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The regular meeting of the East Haven Housing Authority Commission scheduled for January 6, 2025, has been canceled.