New Britain, CT
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New BritainCT averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $311,746 +7.5% yr/yr · +49% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$419.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$444.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$139.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$344.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$6,013 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20254 housing units ($1.1M)
Recent meetings
Wed Jun 24, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Common Council to consider grants, bids, and resolutions
The New Britain Common Council will meet to approve minutes, consider a grant for a tire center, and vote on public works bids and resolutions returned from committees.
- Grant for Town Fair Tire Centers of Connecticut LLC at 665 West Main Street
- Public Bid No. 4214 for Myrtle Street Complete Streets improvements
- Public Bid No. 4216 for Stanley Golf Course chemicals and fertilizers
- Approval of minutes from May 27 and June 10, 2026
- Recognition of June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening, June
10, 2026, at 7:05 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New
Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the regular
meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue
beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in
person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings
or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
RECOGNITION OF THE NEW BRITAIN TEAM FOR WINNING THE OVERALL CAMP
COLLEGE CHALLENGE.
OTHER AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RE: MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 27, 2026, AND JUNE 10, 2026.
Minutes
Minutes
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
1.
RE: TOWN FAIR TIRE CENTERS OF CONNECTICUT, LLC.
SEEKS GRANTING OF A
CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF
A MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 665 WEST
MAIN STREET.
A.
RE: CLAIMS FOR INJURIES AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
1.
RE: RECOGNITION OF JUNE 19, 2026, AS JUNETEENTH. ALL MEMBERS OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL
2.
RE: ANNUAL …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Common Council
Common Council to consider NBDD budget and capital project bid amendments
The Common Council will discuss the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget for the NBDD and amendments to the code of ordinances regarding capital project bid requirements. The body will also review several public bids for infrastructure and professional services.
- Item No. 37188: Proposed NBDD budget for fiscal year 2026-2027
- Item No. 37187: Amendments to ordinance sections 2-566, 2-591, and 2-619 regarding capital project bid requirements
- Public Bid No. 4225: Right of Way and Sidewalk Improvement Program 2026-2027
- Public Bid No. 4226: Annual Trench Repair Program 2026
- Public RFP No. 4227: Revaluation services for the City Assessor's Office
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening, June
10, 2026, at 7:05 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New
Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the regular
meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue
beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in
person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings
or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
RECOGNITION OF KAYDENCE ATKINSON, FIRST FEMALE WRESTLER TO HAVE
BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONSHIP FOR NEW BRITAIN HIGH SCHOOL.
NEW BRITAIN AS THE BEST CITY CONTIGENT IN THE 2026 ST PATRICK DAY
PARADE AWARD.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RE:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF MAY 13,2026.
Minutes
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
1.
ALD. BARBOSA TO REQUEST THAT THE CITY REVISIT THE OPERATING HOURS
AND ACCESSIBILITY OF THE CITY DUMPING/DISPOSAL LOCATION.
A.
CLAIMS FOR INJURIES AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
B.
RE: REPORT OF ALL CHECKS CUT FOR THE CITY.
C.
RE: AUGUST 11, 2026 PRIMARY, AND NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION
L …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Compensation Committee
Compensation Committee to discuss elected and appointed officials' salaries
The Compensation Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss salaries for elected and appointed officials. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.
- Discussion of salary for elected and appointed officials
- Meeting location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street
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Compensation Committee
Monday, June
8, 2026
6:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The Compensation Committee of the Common Council will hold a special meeting on
Monday, June 8,2026 at 6:00 pm, in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main
Street, New Britain, Connecticut.
Members of the public may attend meetings in person or view a
live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or
https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
SALARY DISCUSSION FOR ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
ADJOURNMENT
Wed May 27, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Council to consider zoning amendments for residential and mixed-uses
The Common Council will discuss amending zoning ordinances and maps to comply with Public Act No. 25-1. The body will also review the NBDD proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and various city purchase orders.
- Amendments to zoning ordinances for residential and mixed-uses per Public Act No. 25-1
- Zoning map change from RO District to T for properties between Vine Street and Lexington Street
- Purchase of two Monroe snow plows for the Public Works Department
- Proposed NBDD budget for fiscal year 2026-2027
- Amendments to Code of Ordinances sections 2-566, 2-591, and 2-619 regarding capital project bid requirements
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1.
ALD. SANTIAGO TO AMEND SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCES RELATED
TO RESIDENTIAL AND MIXED-USES TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH PUBLIC ACT
NO. 25-1.
Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening, May
27, 2026, at 7:05 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New
Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the regular
meeting at 7:00 pm.
Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue
beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176. Members of the public may attend meetings in
person or view a live broadcast of the meeting online via the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
PETITION
2.
ALD. SANTIAGO TO AMEND THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE RO DISTRICT
TO T FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED BETWEEN VINE STREET AND LEXINGTON
STREET TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH PUBLIC ACT NO. 25-1.
A.
BETANCOURT, ROSA V. CITY OF NEW BRITAIN, ET. AL.
RE:
SETTLEMENT OF
CLAIMS.
B.
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS.
RE: INSTALLATION OF NO PARKING
SIGNS ON BOTH SIDES OF CARETAKER ROAD F …
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Wed May 27, 2026
Common Council Special Meeting
Common Council to vote on Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budgets
The Common Council will review reports from the Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing and the Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services. The body will act upon resolutions regarding the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Enterprise Funds, and the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
- Resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
- Resolution regarding the Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
- Resolution regarding the Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP)
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1.
To accept a report of the Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing regarding
Mayor’s Proposed General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; Special Revenue
Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; Budget Appropriation for
Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 (LoCIP).
2.
To accept a report of the Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public
Services regarding Mayor’s Proposed General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027;
Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; Budget
Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 (LoCIP).
3.
To act upon a resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Special Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
6:30 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
-
The Common Council of the City of New Britain will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, May
27, 2026, at 6:30 pm, in Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street, New Britain,
Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin at the start of the special
meeting. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue by calling 1
(339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in person or view a live broadcast via
the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or
https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
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Wed May 13, 2026
Common Council
Common Council to vote on increasing penalties for blight, housing, and animal violations
The Common Council will vote on a code amendment to increase penalties for general, animal, health, blight, and housing violations. Other action items include approving a certificate of location for Mavis Discount Tire at 615 Hartford Road, authorizing intersection improvements at West Main and Vine Streets, and entering into solar energy agreements with Titan Energy. The Council also considers a HUD consolidated plan, fire department equipment and software contracts, and proclamations for heritage months.
- Revise code Sec. 1-15, 6-19, 7-44, 7-62, 11-6, 13-260 to increase penalty fines for violations
- Mavis Discount Tire certificate of location approval at 615 Hartford Road
- West Main and Vine Streets intersection improvements contract with Colossale Siteworks Corporation
- Agreement with Titan Energy and GreenSkies Clean Energy for solar projects
- Acceptance of Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening, May
13, 2026, at 7:05 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New
Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the regular
meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue
beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in
person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings
or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RE:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF JANUARY 14, 2026 AND APRIL 22,
2026.
MINUTES
MINUTES
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
CONSENT AGENDA
- All reports are on consent unless removed during the Common Council
meeting.
A.
CITY PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM NO. 37119.
RE:
MAVIS
DISCOUNT TIRE, SEEKS GRANTING OF A CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION
APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE
REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 615 HARTFORD ROAD.
B.
RE:
REPORT OF ALL CHECKS CUT FOR THE CITY.
C.
COMMITTEE ON ADMINISTRATION FINANCE AND LAW AND PUBLIC SERVI …
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Thu May 7, 2026
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services - Budget
Committee to vote on FY 2026-2027 city budget resolutions
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will hold a special meeting to act on three resolutions: the General Fund Budget, the Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds Budget, and the Capital Improvement Program (LoCIP) Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. These resolutions would set the city's spending for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Resolution on General Fund Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Resolution on Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Resolution on Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP)
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1.
Item No. 37139-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal
Year 2026-2027.
2.
Item No. 37140-1.
To act upon a resolution regarding the Special Revenue Funds and
Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
3.
Item No. 37141-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the Budget Appropriation for
Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP).
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
Thursday, May
7, 2026
6:30 PM
Common Council Chambers, City Hall
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
will hold a special meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers, City
Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut.
Individuals seeking to join public
participation remotely may join the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may
attend the meeting in person or view a live broadcast online via the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
TABLED ITEMS
Resolution
Resolution
Resolution
ADJOURNMENT
Wed May 6, 2026
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services - Budget
Committee to vote on 2026-2027 city budgets
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will vote on resolutions for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The committee will also study the establishment of a new municipal identification card program.
- Vote on General Fund Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Vote on Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Vote on Capital Improvement Program Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Study establishing a municipal identification card program
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1.
Item No. 37139-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal
Year 2026-2027.
2.
Item No. 37140-1.
To act upon a resolution regarding the Special Revenue Funds and
Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
3.
Item No. 37141-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the Budget Appropriation for
Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP).
1.
ITEM NO. 37100.
RE: TO STUDY ESTABLISHING A NEW BRITAIN MUNICIPAL
IDENTIFICATION CARD PROGRAM.
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
Wednesday, May
6, 2026
6:30 PM
Common Council Chambers, City Hall
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers, City
Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut.
Individuals seeking to join public
participation remotely may join the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may
attend the meeting in person or view a live broadcast online via the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
AGENDA
Resolution
Resolution
Resolution
TABLED ITEMS
Resolution
ADJOURNMENT
Tue May 5, 2026
Zoning Subcommittee and Planning, Zoning and Housing - Budget
New Britain committees to vote on FY 2026-2027 budget resolutions for General, Special Revenue, and Capital funds
The Zoning Subcommittee and the Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will hold a joint meeting on May 5, 2026. The Zoning Subcommittee will first hold a public hearing on Mavis Discount Tire's request for a certificate of location approval at 615 Hartford Road, then act on three budget resolutions for fiscal year 2026-2027. Following that, the Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will take up the same budget resolutions and any tabled items.
- Public hearing on Mavis Discount Tire's certificate of location approval for a motor vehicle repairer license at 615 Hartford Road
- Resolution to adopt the General Fund Budget for FY 2026-2027 (Item 37139-1)
- Resolution to adopt the Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for FY 2026-2027 (Item 37140-1)
- Resolution to adopt the Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP) (Item 37141-1)
- Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will also consider tabled items after public participation
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1.
ITEM NO. 37119.
RE:
MAVIS DISCOUNT TIRE, SEEKS GRANTING OF A
CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF
A MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 615
HARTFORD ROAD.
1.
ITEM NO. 37119.
RE:
MAVIS DISCOUNT TIRE, SEEKS GRANTING OF A
CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF
A MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 615
HARTFORD ROAD.
Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing
Tuesday, May
5, 2026
6:30 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
ZONING SUBCOMMITTEE NOTICE
- The Common Council Zoning Subcommittee will hold a
public hearing and regular meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 6:30 pm, in Council Chambers,
City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut. Individuals seeking to join
the public hearing remotely may join the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the
public may attend the meeting in person or view a live broadcast online via the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
READING OF LEGAL NOTICE
RE:
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING
Petition
AGENDA
Petition
ZONING SUBCOMMITTEE ADJOURNMENT
1.
Item No. 37139-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal
Year 2026-2027.
2.
Item No. 37140-1.
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Common Council Budget Public Hearing
Public hearing on proposed FY 2026-2027 budgets
The New Britain Common Council will hold a public hearing to receive comment on the mayor's proposed General Fund, Special Revenue/Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Program (LoCIP) budgets for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The hearing is scheduled for April 28, 2026, at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers. Residents may attend in person, view online, or call in to comment.
- Resolution on General Fund Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Resolution on Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for FY 2026-2027
- Resolution on Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP)
- Public hearing with in-person, remote call-in, and livestream options
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1.
Item No. 37139-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal
Year 2026-2027.
2.
Item No. 37140-1.
To act upon a resolution regarding the Special Revenue Funds and
Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
3.
Item No. 37141-1.
Re: To act upon a resolution regarding the Budget Appropriation for
Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP).
Public Hearing of the Common Council
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
6:30 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- In accordance with Article X 10-3(e) of the Charter of the City of New Britain the Common
Council will hold a Public Hearing on the Mayor's Proposed General Fund Budget, Mayor's
Proposed Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget, and Mayor's Proposed Capital
Improvement Program Budget (LoCIP) for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at
6:30 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New Britain,
Connecticut.
Individuals seeking to join the public hearing remotely may join the queue by calling
1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend the hearing in person or view a live
broadcast online via the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
READING OF LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING
Resolution
Resolution
Resolution
ADJOURNMENT
Wed Apr 22, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Council to vote on motor vehicle dealer/repairer licenses for Allen and Washington streets
The Common Council will consider granting certificates of location approval for a motor vehicle dealer and repairer license at 724 Allen Street (Z2 Motorsports) and a repairer license at 46 Washington Street (New Britain Muffler LLC). Other items include infrastructure contracts (generator wiring, elevator repair, public bids for recreation), annual subscriptions, recognitions, and an appointment to fill a Ward 2 vacancy.
- Certificate of location approval for Z2 Motorsports at 724 Allen Street
- Certificate of location approval for New Britain Muffler LLC at 46 Washington Street
- Electrical work for generator and transfer switch at Water and Sewer Administration Building, 1000 Shuttle Meadow Road
- Public Bid No. 4223 and No. 4215 for Recreation and Community Services Department
- Appointment of Common Council member to fill vacancy in Ward 2
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening, April
22, 2026, at 7:05 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New
Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the regular
meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue
beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in
person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings
or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MATTABASSETT DISTRICT BUDGET PRESENTATION
RECOGNITION OF EARTH DAY
OTHER AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RE:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2026 AND APRIL 8,
2026.
2026-1-28 Minutes
2026-4-8 Minutes
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
A.
CITY PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM NO. 37042.
RE:
MARC
ULAN, OF Z2 MOTORSPORTS, LLC, SEEKS GRANTING OF A CERTIFICATE OF
LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF A MOTOR
VEHICLE DEALER AND REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 724
ALLEN STREET.
B.
CITY PLAN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR ITEM NO. 37118.
RE:
PAMARAND RAMBIR, OF NEW BRITAIN M …
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
Common Council Special Meeting
Common Council to adopt FY2026-2027 General Fund and other budgets
The Common Council holds a special meeting to receive reports and vote on resolutions adopting the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Program (LoCIP) budgets for fiscal year 2026-2027. Public participation is available in person and remotely.
- Report and resolution on General Fund Budget FY2026-2027
- Report and resolution on Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds Budget FY2026-2027
- Report and resolution on Capital Improvement Program (LoCIP) Budget FY2026-2027
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1.
To accept a report from the Mayor’s Office regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal
Year 2026-2027.
2.
To act upon a resolution regarding the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
3.
To accept a report from the Mayor’s Office regarding the Special Revenue Funds and
Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
4.
To act upon a resolution regarding the Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget
for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
5.
To accept a report from the Mayor’s Office regarding the Budget Appropriation for
Capital Improvement Program 2026-2027 (LoCIP).
Special Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
6:30 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
-
In-person and remote public participation will begin at the start of the special meeting. Individuals
seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in person or view a live broadcast via the livestream
link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
ROLL CALL
READING OF THE WARRANT
WARRANT
- TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN:
BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, you are hereby commanded to notify
Francisco Santiago, John McNamara, Wilma Barbosa, Luz Ortiz, Roy Centeno, Robert Smedley,
Matthew Malinowski, Jessica Vargas, Nathan Simpson, Dottie DiLernia, Yadira Maldonado, …
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Zoning Subcommittee Special Meeting
Zoning Subcommittee to review three motor vehicle license applications
The Zoning Subcommittee will hold a public hearing to consider certificates of location approval. These approvals are required for the State DMV to issue motor vehicle dealer and repairer licenses for three specific properties.
- Z2 Motorsports, LLC: dealer and repairer license for 724 Allen Street
- New Britain Muffler LLC: repairer license for 46 Washington Street
- Mavis Discount Tire: repairer license for 615 Hartford Road
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1.
ITEM NO. 37042.
RE:
MARC ULAN, OF Z2 MOTORSPORTS, LLC, SEEKS GRANTING
OF A CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV
ISSUANCE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER AND REPAIRER LICENSE FOR
PROPERTY KNOWN AS 724 ALLEN STREET.
2.
ITEM NO. 37118.
RE:
PAMARAND RAMBIR, OF NEW BRITAIN MUFFLER LLC,
SEEKS GRANTING OF A CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW
STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRER LICENSE FOR
PROPERTY KNOWN AS 46 WASHINGTON STREET.
Special Meeting of the Zoning Subcommittee
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
6:30 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The Common Council Zoning Subcommittee will hold a public hearing and
special meeting
on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6:30 pm, in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main
Street, New Britain, Connecticut. Individuals seeking to join the public hearing remotely may join
the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend the meeting in person or
view a live broadcast online via the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or
https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
ROLL CALL
READING OF THE LEGAL NOTICE
RE:
LEGAL NOTICE
Legal Notice
PUBLIC HEARING
Petition
Petition
3.
ITEM NO. 37119.
RE:
KEVIN NASKA, ON BEHALF OF KIMLEY-HORN &
ASSOCIATES, INC. OF MAVIS DISCOUNT TIRE, SEEKS GRANTING OF A
CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF
A MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 6 …
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Council to vote on purchase-sale deal for 125 Columbus Blvd parcel
The Common Council will consider a purchase and sale agreement for Parcel A along with 125 Columbus Boulevard with RMS HHI LLC, and a settlement of claims in Janice Schum v. City of New Britain. Other business includes awarding contracts for milling and paving, traffic signal equipment, and roll-out trash containers, as well as resolutions for youth violence prevention funding, distracted driving enforcement, and recognition of April observances.
- Purchase and Sale Agreement with RMS HHI LLC for Parcel A and 125 Columbus Boulevard
- Settlement of claims in Janice Schum v. City of New Britain
- Services for milling and paving various streets for 2026 Pavement Rehabilitation Program
- Purchasing of equipment and services for traffic signal detection and pavement markings on various streets
- Youth Violence Prevention Initiative: grant for New Britain Police Athletic League to purchase sports equipment and cover travel expenses
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, April
8, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening, April
8, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New
Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the regular
meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the queue
beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in
person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings
or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
RECOGNITION OF THE NEW BRITAIN HIGH SCHOOL COED CHEERLEADING TEAM
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
OTHER AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RE:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF FEBRUARY 25, 2026 AND MARCH
25, 2026.
February 25, 2026 Minutes
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
A.
RE:
CLAIMS FOR INJURIES AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
B.
SCHUM, JANICE v. CITY OF NEW BRITAIN, ET. AL.
RE:
SETTLEMENT OF
CLAIMS.
1.
RE:
SERVICES FOR MILLING AND PAVING OF VARIOUS STREETS FOR THE
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT'S 2026 PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROGRAM.
J. MCNAMARA, L. ORTIZ, C. SCOTT, R. SMEDLEY, M. MALINOWSKI, D. DILERNIA
2.
RE: PURCH …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
Committee to consider increasing penalties for city ordinance violations
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will hold a public hearing and meeting to discuss revising the code of ordinances. The body is considering increased penalties for various ticket violations and a study on a municipal identification card program.
- Item No. 37099: Proposed increased penalties for general purpose, animal, health, blight, and housing violations
- Item No. 37100: Proposal to study establishing a New Britain municipal identification card program
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1.
ITEM NO. 37099.
RE:
TO REVISE SEC. 1-15, 6-19, 7-44, 7-62, 11-6 AND 13-260 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE INCREASED PENALTIES WHEN
CITING A TICKET FOR GENERAL PURPOSES, ANIMAL, HEALTH, BLIGHT AND
HOUSING VIOLATIONS.
2.
ITEM NO. 37100.
RE: TO STUDY ESTABLISHING A NEW BRITAIN MUNICIPAL
IDENTIFICATION CARD PROGRAM.
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
Wednesday, April
1, 2026
6:30 PM
Common Council Chambers, City Hall
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The Common Council Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 6:30 pm in
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut.
Individuals seeking to join public hearing remotely may join the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-
6176.
Members of the public may attend the meeting in person or view a live broadcast online via
the livestream link:
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or
https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
READING OF LEGAL NOTICE
RE: LEGAL NOTICE
Legal Notice
PUBLIC HEARING
Resolution
Resolution
AGENDA
1.
ITEM NO. 37099.
RE:
TO REVISE SEC. 1-15, 6-19, 7-44, 7-62, 11-6 AND 13-260 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE INCREASED PENALTIES WHEN
CITING A TICKET FOR GENERAL PURPOSES, ANIMAL, HEALTH, BLIGHT AND
HOUSING VIOLATIONS.
2.
ITEM NO. 37100.
RE: TO STUDY ESTABLISHING A NEW BRITAIN MUNICIPAL
ID …
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Wed Mar 25, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Council considers location approvals for motor vehicle repair licenses
The Common Council will review petitions for location approvals to allow state DMV licensing for two repair businesses. The body will also discuss a professional development training contract for firefighters and the Every Kid Counts after school program.
- Certificate of location approval for New Britain Muffler LLC at 46 Washington Street
- Certificate of location approval for Mavis Discount Tire at 615 Hartford Road
- 2023 Assistance for Firefighters Grant professional development training contract
- Every Kid Counts after school program at Diloreto, Holmes and Vance elementary schools
- Department of Finance response regarding elected officials with past due utility balances
business-licensingfire-departmenteducationutilitieszoning
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening,
March 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the
regular meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the
queue beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend
meetings in person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
RECOGNITION OF THE NEW BRITAIN HIGH SCHOOL COED CHEERLEADING TEAM
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
OTHER AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
1.
RE:
PAMARAND RAMBIR, OF NEW BRITAIN MUFFLER LLC, SEEKS GRANTING
OF A CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV
ISSUANCE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN
AS 46 WASHINGTON STREET.
2.
RE:
KEVIN NASKA, ON BEHALF OF KIMLEY-HORN & ASSOCIATES, INC. OF
MAVIS DISCOUNT TIRE, SEEKS GRANTING OF A CERTIFICATE OF LOCATION
APPROVAL TO ALLOW STATE DMV ISSUANCE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE
REPAIRER LICENSE FOR PROPERTY KNOWN AS 615 H …
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
CANCELLED - Common Council Special Meeting
Common Council special meeting cancelled
The special meeting of the New Britain Common Council scheduled for March 12, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items
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Wed Mar 11, 2026
Common Council Special Meeting
Council to vote on censuring Alderman Smedley for social media conduct
The New Britain Common Council is holding a special meeting to act on a formal censure of Alderman Robert Smedley. The resolution cites his use of a pseudonym on social media to post statements the council deems divisive, harmful, and offensive, including profanity directed at constituents. The council will decide whether to adopt the censure resolution.
- Formal censure resolution against Alderman Robert Smedley for social media posts made under the pseudonym 'Colin Rober'
- Resolution references a February 4, 2026 post about the death of Jerrell Hargraves and subsequent exchanges with constituents
- Council previously adopted a resolution in August 2024 calling for an end to incendiary political rhetoric
- Censure affirms commitment to respectful public discourse and urges constructive dialogue
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WARRANT
TO THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF NEW BRITAIN;
BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT, you are hereby commanded to
notify John McNamara, Wilma Barbosa, Luz Ortiz-Luna, Robert Smedley, Matthew Malinowski,
Roy Centeno, Jessica Vargas, Nathan Simpson, Dottie DiLernia, Yadira Maldonado, Candyce
Scott, Jason Gibson, Alberto Borrero, Alderpersons of said City, and Mayor Bobby Sanchez that
there will be a Special Meeting of the Common Council on Wednesday evening, March 11, 2026
at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 27 West Main Street, City Hall, for the following
purposes:
1. To act upon a formal censure of Alderman Robert Smedley regarding behavior that is
unbecoming of an alderperson of the City of New Britain.
HEREOF FAIL NOT, but due service and return make according to law,
Dated at New Britain, this 10th day of March, 2026.
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formally censures Alderman Robert Smedley for his actions which were inconsistent
with the standards of civility and responsibility expected of an elected official; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council affirms its commitment to
respectful public discourse and urges all public officials and members of the community
to engage in co …
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Compensation Committee
Compensation Committee reviews salaries for elected and appointed officials
The Compensation Committee of the New Britain Common Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss salaries for several elected and appointed positions, including the Mayor, Corporation Counsel, Clerk of Committees, Treasurer, Common Council, and Registrar of Voters. Public participation is available in person or remotely.
- Review of Mayoral salary
- Review of Corporation Counsel salary
- Review of Clerk of Committees salary
- Review of Treasurer salary
- Review of Common Council salary
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Compensation Committee
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
6:30 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The Compensation Committee of the Common Council will hold a special meeting on
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 6:30 pm, in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main
Street, New Britain, Connecticut.
Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may
join the queue by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend meetings in person
or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or
https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
SALARY STUDY FOR ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
-
1.
MAYORAL SALARY
2.
CORPORATION COUNSEL SALARY
3.
CLERK OF COMMITTEES SALARY
4.
TREASURER SALARY
5.
COMMON COUNCIL SALARY
6.
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS SALARY
ADJOURNMENT
Wed Feb 25, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Council to consider settlement, emergency IT purchase, and cultural proclamations
The Common Council will discuss and likely vote on a settlement of claims in Antonio Marino v. City of New Britain, an emergency purchase order for XDF computer systems integration equipment, and authorization for a CT Department of Economic and Community Development arts grant. Other items include netting at Stanley Golf Course and proclamations recognizing Lunar New Year and Ramadan.
- Settlement of claims in Antonio Marino v. City of New Britain
- Emergency purchase order for XDF computer systems integration equipment
- Authorization for CT DECD arts grant
- Netting for Stanley Golf Course from Recreation and Community Services Department
- Recognition of Lunar New Year and March as Month of Ramadan
claims-settlementemergency-purchasearts-grantgolf-courserecreationlunar-new-yearramadancultural-recognition
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening,
February 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the
regular meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the
queue beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend
meetings in person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
CONSENT AGENDA
- All reports are on consent unless removed during the Common Council
meeting.
REPORTS OF BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, DEPARTMENTS AND LEGISLATIVE
COMMITTEES:
A.
ANTONIO MARINO V. CITY OF NEW BRITAIN.
RE:
SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS.
B.
RE:
EMERGENCY PURCHASE ORDER XDF COMPUTER SYSTEMS INTEGRATION
EQUIPMENT.
1.
RE:
AUTHORIZATION OF PREPARATION AND EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS FOR
ACCEPTANCE OF THE CT DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT ARTS GRANT.
F. SANTIAGO, J. MCANAMARA, W. BARBOSA, L.
ORTIZ-LUNA
2.
RE:
STANLE …
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Wed Jan 28, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Executive session on police lawsuit; contracts, park upgrades, traffic enforcement
The Common Council will hold an executive session regarding a lawsuit against the police department (Rosa Lee Klaneski v. City of New Britain Police Department). The council will also consider renewing a contract with Siemens Industry for PSTC division, authorizing a purchase order for Avaya phone licenses, and discussing locations for automated traffic enforcement safety devices. Other items include a Willow Brook Park discus throwing cage and an alternatives analysis for Route 174 reconstruction. The agenda includes several consent reports and resolutions.
- Executive session re: Rosa Lee Klaneski v. City of New Britain Police Department
- Authorization to renew agreement with Siemens Industry, Inc. for 1 year for PSTC division
- Authorization to issue purchase order for one year of Avaya phone licenses with Carousel Industries for PSTC division
- Willow Brook Park discus throwing cage at Willow Brook Park Sports Complex
- Automated traffic enforcement safety device locations
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening,
January 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the
regular meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the
queue beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend
meetings in person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
CONSENT AGENDA
- All reports are on consent unless removed during the Common Council
meeting.
REPORTS OF BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, DEPARTMENTS AND LEGISLATIVE
COMMITTEES:
A.
RE:
CLAIMS FOR INJURIES AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
B.
EXECUTIVE SESSION.
RE:
ROSA LEE KLANESKI V. CITY OF NEW BRITAIN
POLICE DEPARTMENT.
C.
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TO ITEM NO. 37045.
RE:
SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLC WORKS UTILITIES JOB POSTING INFORMATION.
D.
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT RESPONSE TO ITEM NO. 37046.
RE:
APPOINTMENT OF INTERIM TOWN CLERK.
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Wed Jan 14, 2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
Council to consider Beeline Trail Phase 3 budget amendment
The Common Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing petitions, committee reports, and a consent agenda. Major items include a budget amendment for Beeline Trail Phase 3, after-school programs at six elementary schools, and various contracts and grants. The council will also vote on a certificate of location approval for a motor vehicle dealer at 724 Allen Street.
- Public Bid No. 4150: Beeline Trail Phase 3 budget amendment (State Project No. 88-202)
- Certificate of location approval for Z2 Motorsports, LLC at 724 Allen Street
- Petition for crosswalk study at Senior Center, 55 Pearl Street
- Petition for parking study on Cornelius Street
- Acceptance of 2024 FEMA Assistance Firefighters Fire Prevention Grant
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Regular Meeting of the Common Council
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor,
27 West Main Street, New Britain, Connecticut
NOTICE
- The next regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday evening,
January 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, City Hall, 2nd Floor, 27 West Main Street,
New Britain, Connecticut.
In-person and remote public participation will begin prior to the
regular meeting at 7:00 pm. Individuals seeking to join public participation remotely may join the
queue beginning at 6:55 pm by calling 1 (339) 209-6176.
Members of the public may attend
meetings in person or view a live broadcast via the livestream link at
https://www.newbritainct.gov/meetings or https://www.youtube.com/@CONBCT/streams
7:00 PM - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RE:
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF NOVEMBER 19, 2025 AND
DECEMBER 10, 2025.
2025-11-19 Meeting
2025-12-10 Meeting
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA
PETITIONS
1.
ALD. SCOTT FOR THE APPROPRIATE DEPARTMENT(S) TO CONDUCT A STUDY
TO DETERMINE IF THE INSTALLATION OF A CROSSWALK IN FRONT OF THE
SENIOR CENTER, AT 55 PEARL STREET, IS WARRANTED.
2.
ALD. SANTIAGO FOR THE APPROPRIATE DEPARTMENT(S) TO CONDUCT A
STUDY TO DETERMINE WAYS TO ADDRESS THE CONSTITUENT CONCERNS
REGARDING ONSTREET PARKING BLOCKKING CURBSIDE TRASH PICK UP
BINS.
RESIDENTS HAVE COMPLAINED THAT VEHICLES LEGA …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $19.3M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · JBER CUSTODIAL SERVICES |
| $17.3M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · ABILITYONE GROUND MAINTENANCE, CUSTODIAL SERVICES, SOLID WASTE, AND MA |
| $15.6M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · ABILITY ONE CUSTODIAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS |
| $15.5M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · FY24 JBER CUSTODIAL CONTRACT |
| $9.6M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · SHELF STOCKIG, RECEIVING/STORAGE/HOLDING AREA, AND CUSTODIAL OPERATION |
| $9.0M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · SHAW AFB BASE CUSTODIAL SERVICES |
| $8.5M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Homeland Security · JANITORIAL SERVICES AT UNITED STATES COAST GUARD ACADEMY |
| $8.1M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · THE ARNOLD GROUNDS MAINTENANCE, CUSTODIAL SERVICES, AND SOLID WASTE CO |
| $7.7M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · SHELF STOCKING, RSHA, AND CUSTODIAL OPERATIONS |
| $7.5M | CW RESOURCES, INC. Department of Defense · SHELF STOCKING AND CUSTODIAL OPERATIONS |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Hartford County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Federal disasters (10 yr)6 ({"Hurricane": 10, "Snowstorm": 8, "Severe Storm": 6, "Flood" · last Thu Oct 24, 2024)
Traffic fatalities6 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,653/mo (2,852 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.8% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$419.0M
Annual budget
$344.6M
Debt outstanding
4
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$419.0M
Spending$444.0M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$344.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.82×
Debt-load index82 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.