Middletown, Delaware
Recent meetings
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will consider a tentative agreement with UPSEU Local 6457 and Local 6458 and the appointment of a Deputy Director of Central Communications. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the naming of the new Public Safety 911 Center.
- Proposed naming of the Public Safety 911 Center as the Chief George P. Dunn, Central Communications Center
- Appointment of Cathy Sargent as Deputy Director of Central Communications at $56.09 per hour
- Grant approvals including $1,366,497.93 for the Board of Education and $487,394.45 for DPW LoCIP
- Authorization of $600,000 for the Water Department FY 26/27 Capital Non-Reoccurring Fund
- Funding of up to $14,000 for the 29th Annual Cruise Night and $3,000 for the Antique Car Show
INLAND WETLAND AND WATERCOURSES AGENCY
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency will hold a public hearing regarding site grading and development for a drive-through business. The agency will also address a notice of violation concerning the filling of a pond.
- Public hearing: Proposed drive-through business development at 797 Washington Street (W2026-6)
- Notice of Violation: Amy and Erik Peterson, 120 Chamberlain Hill Road, for filling an existing pond
Public Safety 911 Center Building Committee- June 2026 Special Meeting
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- WORKSHOP - UPSEU TA - LOCAL 6457 AND 6458
The Common Council will hold a workshop to review tentative agreements with two UPSEU locals representing City Hall and Board of Education employees. The agreements cover terms for insurance, pension, and life insurance for the period starting July 1, 2026.
- Tentative Agreement with Local 6457 (City Hall Employees) effective July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029
- Tentative Agreement with Local 6458 (BOE Employees) effective July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029
- Workshop to review and discuss the agreements
- Hybrid meeting format available via WebEx and in-person at the Municipal Building
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on amendments to the zoning code and map to comply with Public Act 25-1 concerning housing growth. They will also consider a site plan approval for a 40,447 SF industrial/commercial building at 1985 South Main Street and two similar buildings totaling 59,350 SF at 2015 South Main Street, plus a report on the sale of surplus city property on Brown Street.
- Continued public hearing on zoning code and map amendments for housing growth (Z2026-4)
- Request for GS 8-24 report on sale of surplus city property at Brown Street (GS 8-24 2026-6)
- Site plan approval for 40,447 SF industrial/commercial building at 1985 South Main Street (SPR2026-93)
- Site plan approval for 29,600 SF and 29,750 SF industrial/commercial buildings at 2015 South Main Street (SPR2026-92)
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
This is a special meeting of the Middletown Common Council dedicated solely to a Questions to Directors workshop. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, pledge, reading of the call, opening and closing of the workshop, and adjournment. No substantive decisions, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed.
- Workshop for council members to ask questions to city directors, but no specific topics are listed
- Meeting conducted hybrid in Municipal Building Common Council Chamber and via WebEx
- No ordinances, resolutions, or financial actions on the agenda
COMMON COUNCIL - COMMUNITY MEETING
This is a procedural community meeting of the Middletown Common Council. The agenda consists only of call to order, pledge, public comment period, and adjournment. No substantive business items, ordinances, resolutions, or contracts are scheduled for discussion or decision.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Middletown Zoning Code and Zoning Map to comply with Public Act 25-1, a state housing growth law. The commission will also consider two subdivision requests: one at 109 Old Road Drive (7.11 acres) and another at 159 Boston Road (19 acres). Additionally, they will review an affirmative GS 8-24 report for the acquisition of the 19-acre parcel at 159 Boston Road.
- Public hearing on zoning code and map amendments to implement housing and parking mandates in Public Act 25-1
- Subdivision request to create two lots from 7.11 acres at 109 Old Road Drive (R-60 zone)
- Subdivision request to create two lots plus excess land from 19 acres at 159 Boston Road (R-15 zone)
- Request for affirmative GS 8-24 report on acquisition of 19-acre parcel at 159 Boston Road
INLAND WETLAND AND WATERCOURSES AGENCY
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency will vote on adopting revised regulations and an official map. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the same items and a proposed development at 797 Washington Street.
- Public hearing on revised wetlands regulations and map
- Vote to adopt revised wetlands regulations and map
- Proposed drive-through business at 797 Washington Street
- Review of Middletown Wetlands Regulations Second Draft
- Review of Middletown Wetlands Regulations Committee Draft
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- CARDINAL ENGINEERING/ SAYBROOK ROAD
The Common Council will hold a special meeting to review the Saybrook Road Reconstruction and Pedestrian Access Project and consider an amendment to the city's contract with Cardinal Engineering.
- Presentation on Saybrook Road Reconstruction and Pedestrian Access Project
- Discussion on Proposed Amendment to contract with Cardinal Engineering
- Hybrid meeting format available via WebEx and Municipal Building Chamber
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
This is a special meeting of the Middletown Common Council labeled 'Questions to Directors,' but the agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, pledge, reading of the call, and opening/closing of the workshop. No specific questions, resolutions, or substantive business are listed. The meeting is entirely procedural.
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will hold public hearings on a bond ordinance and a proposed naming of the 911 center, then vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions include a $750,000 bond for Fire Station No. 2 renovations, a $17.33 million employee medical/dental insurance contract with Cigna, tax abatements for St. Vincent's Commons and the Aaron Pease House, and acceptance of over $3.5 million in grants for parks, docks, and other projects.
- Bond ordinance appropriating $750,000 for demolition, remediation, upgrades, and renovations to Fire Station No. 2
- Approval of contract with Cigna for projected $17,330,000 in medical claims and $2,350,300 in dental claims for Oct 2026–Jun 2027
- Tax abatement ordinance adding Section 272.9-15 for St. Vincent's Commons, Liberty Street
- Historic structure rehabilitation tax abatement for Aaron Pease House, 116 Washington Street
- Grant acceptance of $1,472,736 from Connecticut Port Authority for public dock replacement on Connecticut River
Public Safety 911 Center Building Committee- May 2026 Regular Meeting
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING - WORKSHOP: BAKER TILLY CLASSIFICATION & COMPENSATION STUDY
This is a special workshop of the Middletown Common Council to receive a presentation and hold a question-and-answer session on the Baker Tilly Classification & Compensation Study (final report, December 2025). No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Presentation and Q&A on the Baker Tilly Classification & Compensation Study final report (December 2025)
- Materials include payroll information, the Baker Tilly report, Pay Plan Design, and a PowerPoint presentation
Public Safety 911 Center Building Committee- April 2026 Regular Meeting
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING - FY26-27 BUDGET ADOPTION
The Middletown Common Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the fiscal year 2026-27 budgets for the General Fund, Fire District, Sanitation Collection District, and Water Pollution Control Authority. The meeting will include a public hearing and a vote on the Special Business District budget.
- Adopting the General Fund Budget
- Adopting the Middletown Fire District Budget
- Adopting Sanitation Collection District Budget
- Adopting Water Pollution Control Authority Budget for Sewer Department
- Adopting Water Pollution Control Authority Budget for Water Department
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING - UPSEU ARBITRATION AWARD
The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to reject the arbitration award in the collective bargaining dispute with the United Public Employees' Union (UPSEU) Local 6457 for the contract period July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Legal counsel will present and discuss the award received on April 23, 2026. The meeting is a special session dedicated solely to this arbitration matter.
- Resolution to reject arbitration award for UPSEU Local 6457 union contract
- Public hearing on the arbitration award
- Presentation/discussion with legal counsel Christopher Hodgson, Esq.
- Arbitration award covers period July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The Middletown Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting that consists largely of procedural items (call to order, roll call, public comment, approval of minutes). The only substantive action is a planned executive session to discuss negotiations related to the pending lawsuit Richard Sweet D/B/A Savage Mill Associates v. City of Middletown Zoning Board of Appeals (Docket MMX-CV25-6046555-S). No public hearings or new business matters are on the agenda.
- Executive session to discuss pending litigation: Richard Sweet D/B/A Savage Mill Associates v. City of Middletown Zoning Board of Appeals, Docket MMX-CV25-6046555-S
- No rezoning, variance, or special-use applications are scheduled for public hearing
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
This is a procedural special meeting of the Common Council dedicated to a Questions to Directors Workshop. The agenda includes only the call to order, the workshop opening and closing, and adjournment. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- WATER RATE HEARING
The Common Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on proposed water rates for fiscal year 2026-27. The discussion includes the water billing schedule, water use charges, and meter charges. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. The hearing is open for public comment before closing and adjournment.
- Public hearing on water billing schedule, water use, and meter charges
- Proposed water rates for fiscal year 2026-27 (WS- water rates FY26-27)
- Hybrid meeting format: in-person at Municipal Building Common Council Chamber and remotely via WebEx
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a $750,000 bond ordinance to renovate the Cross Street firehouse. Council will also consider appropriating $281,939.40 for unanticipated winter overtime, vehicle repairs, and police emergency repairs. Other action items include approving FY2026-27 water rates, authorizing roof study resolutions for two elementary schools, and approving multi-year contracts for the Nutmeg State Games, ESRI software, and Proofpoint email security.
- Public hearing on proposed $750,000 bond ordinance for Cross Street firehouse renovation
- Appropriations: $80,000 for winter snow overtime, $170,000 for Public Works vehicle costs, and $31,939.40 for Police emergency repairs
- Resolutions authorizing $120,000 (Spencer) and $95,000 (Wesley) for elementary school roof architectural studies
- Approval of FY2026-27 water billing schedule and meter charges
- Five-year agreement with Connecticut Sports Management Group for Nutmeg State Games ($50,000 direct funding + $50,000 in-kind annually)
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION - special meeting
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on amending the zoning code for outdoor recreational facilities. The body will also review a site plan for a building addition and two other land use requests.
- Public hearing on amending Section 6.1.2 of the Zoning Code to allow Outdoor Recreational Facilities in the M zone (Z2026-3)
- Site plan approval for an 18,000 SF addition at 2175 South Main Street (SPR2025-236)
- Subdivision request to create two lots from a 11.56 acre property at 500 Washington Street (S2026-2)
- Site plan approval to convert a commercial building to mixed use at 62 Washington Street (SPR2026-55)
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- Public Hearing FY26-27 budget
The Middletown Common Council is holding a special meeting as a public hearing to discuss the proposed FY 2026-2027 city budget. No specific budget details or numbers are provided in the agenda. The meeting includes standard procedural items and will adjourn after the hearing closes.
- Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 City of Middletown Budget
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- workshop: budget session 3
The Common Council is holding a special workshop to discuss the 2026 budget. The meeting will cover various departments including Police, Public Works, and Recreation & Senior Services.
- Assessor & Board of Tax Review
- Police Department & Animal Control
- Public Works
- Board of Education
- Hybrid meeting via WebEx
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- workshop: budget session 2
The Common Council is holding its second budget workshop session. They will discuss proposed budgets for Town Clerk, Registrars of Voters, Land Use, Economic & Community Development (including Parking), Water & Sewer, Finance (Tax Collector), Technology Services, and the Office of General Counsel (Human Resources). No decisions are expected at this workshop—it is a discussion-only session.
- Review of proposed budgets for Town Clerk, Registrars, and Equal Opportunity
- Land Use and Economic & Community Development budgets including Parking
- Water & Sewer and Finance/Tax Collector budget discussions
- Technology Services budget proposal
- General Counsel and Human Resources Division budget
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- workshop: budget session 1
The Common Council is conducting a special meeting workshop for budget session 1. The body will discuss budget items for various city departments and services.
- Mayor Arts & Culture
- Probate Court
- Youth Services
- Health Department
- Fire Department
DESIGN REVIEW AND PRESERVATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING
The Design Review and Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting on April 8, 2026. The main action is a public hearing on a request for new construction of a 510-square-foot retail beverage establishment at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road in the MXC zone. The board will also review minutes from October 2025 and accept public comment.
- Public hearing for new construction of a 510 SF retail beverage establishment at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road (SE2026-2)
- Review of minutes from the October 8, 2025 regular meeting
- Public comment periods for items on and off the agenda
COMMON COUNCIL -- COMMUNITY MEETING
The Middletown Common Council will hold a hybrid community meeting on April 9, 2026. The session is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held both in person at the Municipal Building Council Chamber and remotely via WebEx.
- Public comment period scheduled
- Hybrid meeting format available (Municipal Building & WebEx)
- WebEx event details provided
Public Safety 911 Center Building Committee- March 2025 Special Meeting
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Middletown Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 510-square-foot retail drive-thru at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road. The body will also consider a site plan for a 50,000-square-foot warehouse and showroom at 1345 Newfield Street.
- Public hearing for 510 SF retail drive-thru at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road
- Site plan approval for 50,000 SF warehouse at 1345 Newfield Street
- Review of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
- RiverCOG Report presentation
- Commission Affairs update
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS - special meeting
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for variances from zoning code sections on minimum lot area for drive-through businesses and number of directory signs at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road. The board will also consider approval of minutes from its February 5 special meeting and take public comment.
- Public hearing on variance request (V2026-1) for minimum lot area and directory sign limits at 733 Washington Street and 35 Boston Road in the MXC zone
- Applicant: Richard D. Carella, Esq/Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, PC
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
This is a procedural workshop where the Common Council will ask questions to department directors. No votes, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting consists only of opening and closing the workshop.
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will hold public hearings on proposed lease agreements for Keating Park, then vote on several resolutions. Key actions include amending a lease for "The Refuge," approving a new lease for Wild Rose Studios, dedicating Jack English Drive as a public highway with a $145,000 bond retention, increasing police private duty rates, and authorizing a $182,990 engineering contract for pipe bridge repairs.
- Accept Jack English Drive as public highway with $145,000 bond retention (Item 9B)
- Approve 5-year lease for Wild Rose Studios LLC at Keating Park (Item 9E)
- Amend lease for "The Refuge" at Keating Park, generating $20,356.43 (Item 9A)
- Increase police private duty rates (Item 9F)
- Authorize $182,990 contract with AI Engineers for Mill Street and Russell Street pipe bridge repairs (Item 9G)
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to regulate tobacco specialty retailers and illegal cannabis sales. The commission must also decide on a subdivision creating three lots on Freeman Road and a site plan for an 18,000 SF addition at 2175 South Main Street, both with upcoming deadlines. New business includes a multi-use trail near Lawrence School on Kaplan Drive.
- Public hearing on zoning text amendment Z2026-2 to create new Section 4.25 and amend sections regarding tobacco specialty retailers and illegal cannabis sales
- Subdivision S2026-1: three lots from 6.3 acres at Freeman Road (R-60 zone), must decide by April 24, 2026
- Site plan SPR2025-236: 18,000 SF addition to existing building at 2175 South Main Street (I-4 zone), must decide by March 25, 2026
- New business: site plan SPR2026-34 for multi-use trail through city property near Lawrence School on Kaplan Drive (R-1 zone)
- Favorable GS 8-24 report (2026-3) for the same multi-use trail project
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a subdivision to create three lots on Freeman Road. They will also review a site plan for an 18,000 SF addition at 2175 South Main Street, a new commercial lease at the R.M. Keating Historical Enterprise Park, and a partial bond release for the Mercy View Subdivision.
- Subdivision creating 3 lots from a 6.3-acre property at Freeman Road in the R-60 zone (S2026-1)
- Site plan for an 18,000 SF addition to the existing building at 2175 South Main Street in the I-4 zone (SPR2025-236)
- Affirmative GS 8-24 report for a new commercial lease for Wild Rose Studio, LLC at 180 Johnson Street (GS 8-24 2026-2)
- Partial release and allocation of the Mercy View Subdivision bond between City and Coccomo II, LLC (S2026-1)
INLAND WETLAND AND WATERCOURSES AGENCY
The Inland Wetland and Watercourses Agency will hold a public hearing on a proposed multi-use trail from Kaplan Drive to Tuttle Road (W2026-1). The agency will also discuss a temporary wetlands crossing for a residential development at 530-534 Newfield Street (W2026-2) and a single-family home on Arbutus Street (W2026-3). Additionally, the board will review proposed amendments to the Middletown Wetlands Regulations.
- Public hearing: multi-use trail from Kaplan Drive to Tuttle Road (W2026-1)
- Old business: temporary wetlands crossing for phase II at 530-534 Newfield Street (W2026-2)
- New business: single-family home on Lot 1 at Arbutus Street within upland review area (W2026-3)
- Notice of Violation at 350 Randolph Road
- Discussion of Middletown Wetlands Regulations Second Draft and Committee Draft
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
This is a special meeting of the Common Council for a Questions to Directors workshop. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, pledge, workshop opening and closing, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will decide on a previously tabled contract with Murphy Road Recycling LLC for municipal solid waste disposal at $115/ton for three years, and consider multiple appropriations including $250,000 for snowstorm costs and $393,972 for police union wage increases. Other actions include bid waivers for fireworks displays, lake management, and slope stabilization, as well as an ordinance amending parking regulations and a cooperation agreement with the Housing Authority.
- Approve contract with Murphy Road Recycling LLC for solid waste at $115/ton for 3 years (tabled from Feb 2)
- Appropriate $250,000 from General Fund for unanticipated snowstorm costs (plow engine, road salt, overtime)
- Appropriate $393,972 for Local 466 wage increase (police) for FY2025-2026
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 285 (Vehicle and Traffic) regarding parking lots, meters, and penalties
- Approve Cooperation Agreement among City, Housing Authority, and Forest City Development Corporation
Public Safety 911 Center Building Committee- January 2026 Regular Meeting
Public Safety 911 Center Building Committee- February 2026 Regular Meeting
Special Meeting 2-5-2026 Middletown-Portland America's 250 Committee
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment for active adult housing and a special exception for an indoor recreational facility. The body will also consider a report on a partial right-of-way abandonment.
- Public hearing for special exception at 725 Main Street, Unit 30
- Zoning text amendment for Active Adult Housing Regulations
- Report on partial abandonment of Russell Street Right-of-Way at 334 & 344
- Review of December 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- RiverCOG Report
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING - TA 466 and 1467 and Amending Council Rules
The Common Council will consider resolutions to ratify tentative agreements with AFSCME locals 466 and 1467. The meeting also includes proposed amendments to the Council's Rules of Procedure regarding agenda deadlines and public record keeping.
- Tentative Agreement with Local 466, Council #4, AFSCME, AFL-CIO (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2029)
- Tentative Agreement with BOE Local 1467 regarding insurance, pension, and life insurance
- Job description amendments for Housing Code Enforcement Officer and Public Health Sanitarian Enforcement Officer
- Proposed change to resolution submission deadline from the 21st to the 23rd of the month
- Proposed amendments to Council Rules of Procedure regarding FOIA record maintenance
INLAND WETLAND AND WATERCOURSES AGENCY
This special meeting includes continued public hearings on a 4-lot subdivision on Freeman Road and a single-family home on Villa Street. New business items are a proposed multi-use trail from Kaplan Drive to Tuttle Road and a temporary wetlands crossing at 530-534 Newfield Street. The agency will also discuss amendments to the Middletown Wetlands Regulations.
- Continued: Proposed 4-lot subdivision of a 6.3-acre property at Freeman Road (W2025-8)
- Continued: Proposed single-family home at Villa Street (W2025-9)
- Proposed multi-use trail from Kaplan Drive to Tuttle Road (W2026-1)
- Proposed temporary wetlands crossing at 530-534 Newfield Street (W2026-2)
- Discussion of Middletown Wetlands Regulations amendments
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- WORKSHOP: Baker Tilly report
The Common Council is holding a special workshop to hear a presentation and ask questions about the Baker Tilly Classification & Compensation Study final report from December 2025. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation and Q&A on Baker Tilly Classification & Compensation Study final report, dated December 2025
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- WORKSHOP: BOE search for new Supt
The Common Council is holding a special workshop regarding the Board of Education's search for a new Superintendent of Schools. The session includes a presentation by the Board of Education followed by a question and answer period with councilmembers.
- Board of Education presentation on Superintendent search
- Councilmember Question & Answer Session
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a variance to allow an accessory dwelling unit accessory to a two-family home at 29 Hubbard Street in the DVD zone. Applicant Luis Bautista seeks relief from Section 4.11 of the zoning code. The board may also address election of officers and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on variance request V2025-10 for an accessory dwelling unit at 29 Hubbard Street
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- WORKSHOP: Local 466 and Local 1467 contract
The Middletown Common Council will hold a workshop regarding tentative agreements with two AFSCME councils. The session includes presentations and a question and answer period concerning these contracts.
- Tentative agreement with Local 466, AFSCME, Council #4 (effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029)
- Tentative agreement with Local 1467, AFSCME, Council #4 regarding insurance, pension, and life insurance (effective July 1, 2025)
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
This is a special meeting of the Common Council solely for a workshop where council members can ask questions of department directors. The agenda contains only procedural items (call to order, pledge, opening and closing of the workshop, adjournment). No votes, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Hybrid meeting: in-person at Municipal Building Common Council Chamber and remotely via WebEx
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will consider designating City Hall as an early voting location for 2026 elections. The agenda includes several appropriation requests for police, fire, and school services, alongside various municipal resolutions.
- Designation of City Hall as the early voting location for August and November 2026 elections
- Amending Resolution 10-26 to clarify $300,000.00 in LoCIP funds for Police Headquarters generator/transfer switch
- Proposed $575,000.00 appropriation for Police contract salary reserves
- Proposed $350,000.00 appropriation for Fire Department overtime coverage
- Proposed $215,000.00 appropriation for school roof architectural services
COMMON COUNCIL -- SPECIAL MEETING: Police CBA 2025-2030 appoint Dir Central Comm and Mayor appt
The Common Council holds a public hearing and then considers resolutions to approve a tentative collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1361 covering July 2025–June 2030, appoint Robert Grauer as Director of Central Communications at $64.62 per hour, and act on mayor's appointments.
- Approval of tentative police union contract (AFSCME Local 1361) for 2025-2030 with pension plan amendments
- Appointment of Robert Grauer as Director of Central Communications at salary Grade 16 Step 5 ($64.62/hr)
- Mayor’s appointments (no specific names listed in agenda)
COMMON COUNCIL -- COMMUNITY MEETING
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.
COMMON COUNCIL -- SPECIAL MEETING: WORKSHOP POLICE TA 2025-2030
This special workshop meeting is dedicated to a presentation and councilmember Q&A on the tentative agreement between the City of Middletown and Local 1361, AFSCME, Council #4, covering July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2030. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational only.
- Presentation & Q&A on Tentative Agreement with police union Local 1361, AFSCME, Council #4
- Discussion of pension plan details
- Review of redlined tentative agreement document
INLAND WETLAND AND WATERCOURSES AGENCY
The Inland Wetland and Watercourses Agency will hold public hearings on three applications: a proposed 6-lot subdivision on Freeman Road, a single-family home on Villa Street, and emergency water system interconnections. The agency will also consider election of officers, old business on the same items, and review proposed amendments to wetland regulations.
- Public hearing: Proposed 6-lot subdivision of 10.3 acres at Freeman Road (Map-Lot 54-0028) – applicant KWB, LLC (W2025-8)
- Public hearing: Proposed single-family home at Villa Street (Map-Lot 14-0125) – applicant Carl Maratta/C Maratta Builders, LLC (W2025-9)
- Public hearing: Proposed emergency water system interconnections at various locations – applicant Roger Hart/Cromwell Fire District, Water Division (W2025-10)
- Review of proposed Middletown Wetlands Regulations Second Draft and Committee Draft
- Notice of Violation for 350 Randolph Road
COMMON COUNCIL - SPECIAL MEETING -- QUESTIONS TO DIRECTORS
The Common Council is holding a special workshop-style meeting. The session is dedicated to asking questions of city directors.
- Questions to Directors Workshop
REGULAR COMMON COUNCIL
The Common Council will consider approving five five-year lease agreements for commercial spaces at the R. M. Keating Historical Enterprise Park. The body will also vote on a $300,000 grant for a police transfer switch and confirm new Automated Traffic Enforcement hearing officers.
- Lease agreements for Keating Park businesses (Nicholas Puorro, Good Vibes Kettle Corn, K & D Machine, Koby Nelson)
- Grant application for $300,000 LoCIP funds for MPD transfer switch
- Ordinance amending Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Device ordinance
- Ordinance amending tax code for Middletown Youth Soccer
- Confirmation of Mayoral appointments for Automated Traffic Enforcement hearing officers