New Britain public meetings in 2025
52 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider amendments to previous resolutions to authorize Mayor Bobby Sanchez to negotiate a ground lease and cooperation agreement involving the City, New Britain Housing Authority, and JHM Group. Other items include responses to traffic study requests, approval of tax abatements and refunds, and purchases of vehicles and equipment for various departments.
- Amendments to authorize ground lease and cooperation agreement with New Britain Housing Authority and JHM Group (Items 3 & 4)
- Traffic study responses for Lewis Road/Miriam Road, Corbin Avenue/Steele Street, West Street/Willow Street, Ruth Road/Farmington Avenue, Beach Street/Oakland Avenue, Stanley Street/Pleasant Street
- Federal Highway Safety Funds for Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement overtime (Item 5)
- Tax abatements, corrections, and refunds (Item 6)
- Purchase of two new police vehicles (Interceptors and Explorers) for Police Department (Items 12 & 13)
Common Council Regular Meeting
The New Britain Common Council will hold a regular meeting on Nov 19, 2025, beginning with organizational items including election of a president pro tempore and committee assignments. The council will then consider several resolutions, including accepting federal highway safety funds for DUI enforcement, tax abatements, and infrastructure contracts.
- Appointment of Richard Reyes to the Board of Education to fill a vacancy
- Resolution to accept $129,222 in Federal Highway Safety Funds for DUI law enforcement overtime from Nov 2025 to Sep 2026
- Resolution on tax abatements, corrections and refunds
- Resolution for land surveying services for the West Main Street Corridor Improvements Project (State Project L088-0007)
- Resolution for Stanley Loop Trail Connection Project purchase order authorization and budget amendment for Public Works
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider accepting a $2,000,000 state Urban Action Grant for the Allen Street Drainage Improvement and Reconstruction Project. Other items include contracts for environmental services at the White Bridge Well Field and Willow Street Park, a request for a traffic study at Stanley and Pleasant Streets, and approval of a motor vehicle dealer license at 60 St. Clair Avenue. The agenda also includes executive sessions for a settlement and a labor agreement.
- $2,000,000 state grant for Allen Street drainage improvements
- $4,438,000 contract for White Bridge Well Field engineering and inspection
- $32,500 for soil remediation at Willow Street Park
- Request for traffic study at Stanley and Pleasant Streets
- Certificate of location approval for auto dealer at 60 St. Clair Avenue
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider a $33,977,752.19 contract with Millenium Builders, Inc. for waterworks facilities, along with multiple zoning ordinance amendments related to day care, fences, lot coverage, mechanical screening, and parking. Smaller items include traffic safety requests, sign installations, and several proclamations and executive sessions.
- Public Bid No. 4145: $33,977,752.19 contract with Millenium Builders, Inc. for White Bridge Waterworks Facilities (upper/lower wellfields and pond pumping station)
- Five zoning ordinance amendments from the City Plan Commission (Items 36881-36885): day care facilities, fences in CBD/historic districts, lot coverage in A-2/I-3/TOD districts, mechanical screening in industrial districts, and off-street parking regulations including maximum driveway width
- $229,258.88 to W.I. Clark for a John Deere loader for Public Works Utilities Division
- $33,000 to Kent and Frost for design/construction services for Willow Street Park improvement project
- Executive sessions for settlement of two claims (Cocheo v. City; Margelot v. City) and for approval of a labor agreement with Local 1186
Zoning Subcommittee
The Zoning Subcommittee will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider a certificate of location approval for Denyz O. Alvarez, of Comerio Auto Repair Shop and Auto Sales, to allow the State DMV to issue a motor vehicle dealer license for property at 6o St. Clair Avenue, Unit C. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Public hearing and decision on certificate of location approval for a motor vehicle dealer license at 6o St. Clair Avenue, Unit C (Item No. 36923)
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. The main agenda item is a proposed amendment to Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances to create a uniform term of office for department heads. No other substantive items are listed.
- Proposed ordinance amendment to create a uniform term of office for department heads (Item No. 36955)
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will vote on several resolutions including a purchase and sales agreement with RMS Companies and Heritage Housing Inc for 125 Columbus Boulevard for $500,000, a tax modification agreement for the same property, and a $466,439.49 contract for the Stanley Loop Trail Neighborhood Connection Project. Four petitions request traffic studies and stop sign installations on Barbour Road, Dorman Road, Miriam Road, and at Lawlor and Lasalle Streets. Other items include equipment purchases for the fire department, an ordinance amendment for uniform department head terms, and an after-school program at Lincoln Elementary.
- Purchase and sales agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard for $500,000
- Tax modification agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard
- Contract with Hemlock Construction for $466,439.49 for Stanley Loop Trail
- Petitions for traffic study on Barbour Road, stop sign at Dorman/Miriam, traffic analysis of Lewis/Miriam, and reinstalling stop sign at Lawlor/Lasalle
- Acceptance of permanent easement for traffic signal equipment from MTP-1 Celebration Foods LLC for Myrtle Street Complete Streets project
Zoning Subcommittee & Planning, Zoning and Housing Special Meetings
The Zoning Subcommittee will hold a public hearing on five proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance, covering day care facilities, fences, lot coverage, mechanical screening, and parking regulations. Following that, the Planning, Zoning and Housing Committee will consider accepting a permanent easement for traffic signal equipment on Myrtle Street and approving a $500,000 purchase agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard to support housing development.
- Amend zoning to allow day care facilities in certain districts
- Amend zoning to adjust lot coverage requirements in A-2, I-3, and TOD districts
- Amend zoning to add maximum driveway width and regulate tandem parking on residential properties
- Accept permanent easement from MTP-1 Celebration Foods LLC for Myrtle Street Complete Street Improvements Project
- Approve purchase and sales agreement with RMS Companies and Heritage Housing Inc for 125 Columbus Boulevard for $500,000
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will vote on an ordinance amendment aligning city code with state law on motor scooters, dirt bikes, and ATVs. Also on the agenda are several traffic safety petitions, a multicultural business listing for the tourism website, and multiple resolutions including a Vision Zero safety plan, automated traffic enforcement vendor selection, and purchases for a police K9 and trash containers. The consent agenda includes event permits and proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month, Ovarian Cancer Awareness, and Patriot Day.
- Ordinance amendment to Article VII, Chapter 15 of city code regarding motor scooters, dirt bikes, and ATVs (Public Act 25-80)
- Resolution for Vision Zero New Britain Safety Action Plan
- Resolution for Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Device vendor selection
- Purchase of one male German Shorthaired Pointer K9 from K9 Guardian, Inc. for police department
- Purchase order for $32,684 to Otto Environmental Systems for roll-out trash containers
POSTPONED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 22 - Common Council Public Hearing
The Common Council public hearing scheduled for September 9, 2025, has been postponed. The meeting was intended to discuss a purchase and sales agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard.
- Purchase and sales agreement with RMS Companies and Heritage Housing Inc for 125 Columbus Boulevard for $500,000
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
The Committee will hold a public hearing and meeting regarding a tax modification agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard. The agenda also includes several tabled items.
- Tax modification agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard
- Amendment to Sec. 23-141 regarding water meter equipment exceptions
- Neighborhood flood relief initiative for owner occupied properties
Common Council Special Meeting
The Common Council will hold a special meeting to act on two resolutions: appointing Caleb Cowles as Director of Health and Michael Nomack as Director of Licenses, Permits, and Inspections. The meeting includes public participation and standard procedural items.
- Resolution to appoint Caleb Cowles as Director of Health
- Resolution to appoint Michael Nomack as Director of Licenses, Permits, and Inspections
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider several traffic safety petitions, including stop signs and speed studies, and vote on multiple spending items. Key resolutions include a purchase and sales agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard for $500,000 with a tax modification, and a $595,726 budget amendment for Beeline Trail Phase 3 construction inspection. Consent agenda items cover vehicle sales, security system upgrades, and early voting schedules.
- Purchase and sales agreement for 125 Columbus Boulevard for $500,000 and tax modification agreement
- $595,726.63 budget amendment to SLR International Corp. for Beeline Trail Phase 3 construction inspection
- Authorization of $80,927.14 for water filtration plant access control upgrade and $24,379.29 for main pump building security system
- Petitions for traffic studies at Cabot/McClintock, Spring/North Streets, and speed reduction on Elam Street
- Purchase of $86,278.54 mower and $34,726.76 utility carts for parks maintenance
Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing
The Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the code of ordinances regarding various motorized bikes and scooters. The body will also address several tabled items concerning city ordinances and building repairs.
- Amendment to Article VII of Chapter 15 regarding motor scooters, dirt bikes, minibikes, pocket bikes, bicycles with helper motors, and ATVs
- Creation of the Common Council Committee on Housing and Homelessness (Item No. 36328)
- Ordinance amendments regarding loitering (Item No. 36391-2) and panhandling (Item No. 36392-1)
- On-call repairs for City and CSDNB buildings not to exceed $100,000 (Item No. 36598)
Common Council Public Hearing
The Common Council holds a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Chapter 2, Section 2-911 of the City Code to reorganize the departments and offices of New Britain. No other items are on the agenda.
- Amendment to Chapter 2 Sec. 2-911 to reorganize city departments and offices
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will meet to discuss updates to the city's code of ordinances and a flood relief initiative. The body will review proposals regarding department organization and water meter reading exceptions.
- Amendment to Chapter 2 Sec. 2-911 to reorganize city departments and offices
- Amendment to Sec. 23-141 regarding water meter reading exceptions for faulty equipment
- Neighborhood Flood Relief Initiative for owner occupied properties
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider several resolutions including an ordinance amendment to regulate motor scooters, dirt bikes, and other small vehicles. The Council will also vote on a $174,020 contract for road salt and a $25,823 boat house repair bid. Other items include grant authorizations for a police explorer program and approval of consent agenda items.
- Amendment to Article VII of Chapter 15 of city code regarding motor scooters, dirt bikes, minibikes, pocket bikes, e-bikes, and ATVs (Resolution 6)
- Cooperative purchase of 2,000 tons of treated road salt from Morton Salt, Inc. for $174,020 for the Public Works Department (Resolution 5)
- Public Bid No. 4199: $25,823.76 to Houzpital, LLC for interior repairs to the boat house at Stanley Quarter Park (Resolution 4)
- Authorization to execute grant documents with American Savings Foundation for Police Explorers' Summer Explorer Police Academy (Resolution 2)
- Authorization to execute grant documents with Hometown Foundation for Police Explorers' Summer Explorer Police Academy (Resolution 3)
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider a resolution to reorganize city departments and offices by amending the Code of Ordinances. They will also vote on several equipment purchases for Public Works, including a $512,431.36 truck, and a petition to install stop signs on Pierremount Avenue. The meeting includes approval of minutes and handling of claims.
- Petition to install stop signs on Pierremount Avenue at Jordan or Golden Hill Street over speeding concerns
- Resolution to spend $512,431.36 on a 2025 Freightliner truck with tandem Vacall for Public Works Utilities
- Resolution to spend $44,416.30 on a Ventrac multi-purpose compact tractor for Public Works Utilities
- Resolution to amend Chapter 2 Sec. 2-911 to reorganize city departments and offices
- Resolution to spend $173,170.19 on a John Deere backhoe loader for Public Works Utilities
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider an amendment to Chapter 15 of the city code to add sections on automated traffic enforcement safety devices. They will also vote on several contracts and easements, including a $7,000 permanent access road easement for Eversource at 1085 Corbin Avenue and a three-year contract with Acrisure LLC for insurance consulting services at $20,004 per year. Other actions include budget appropriations for a police grant, purchase orders for traffic equipment, and recognition of several June observances.
- Amendment to Chapter 15 to add automated traffic enforcement safety devices
- Permanent access road easement for Eversource at 1085 Corbin Avenue for $7,000
- Contract authorization with Acrisure LLC for insurance consulting services at $20,004/year (2025-2028)
- Budget appropriations for Police Department – Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhood Grant
- Purchase order of $18,635.35 for two rectangular rapid flashing beacons
Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing
The Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss several items, including two Eversource easements, the downtown district budget, and multiple ordinance amendments. Notable proposed changes include adding automated traffic enforcement safety devices, creating a Common Council Committee on Housing and Homelessness, and amending loitering and panhandling rules. The committee will also consider an on-call repairs contract up to $100,000.
- Eversource permanent access road easement at 1085 Corbin Avenue for $7,000
- Eversource electric distribution easement at 150 Deming Road
- New Britain Downtown District budget for fiscal year 2025-2026
- Ordinance amendment to add automated traffic enforcement safety devices
- Ordinance amendment to create a Common Council Committee on Housing and Homelessness
Common Council Special Meeting
The Common Council will hold a special meeting to accept committee reports and vote on resolutions adopting the Mayor's Proposed General Fund, Special Revenue, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Program budgets for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. Three separate resolutions will be considered for each budget component. Public participation is available in person or remotely.
- Accept report from Planning, Zoning and Housing Committee on Mayor's Proposed Budget
- Accept report from Administration, Finance and Law Committee on Mayor's Proposed Budget
- Resolution to adopt General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Resolution to adopt Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Resolution to adopt Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program (LoCIP) for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will review a proposal to join the Connecticut Municipal Development Authority as a member municipality. The body will also vote on several city contracts for fuel, HVAC replacement, and road inspection services.
- Authorization to join the Connecticut Municipal Development Authority (CMDA)
- Contract with Tuxis-Ohr's Fuel Inc. for No. 2 fuel oil at $2.2852 per gallon
- Purchase order for $32,039.08 to Houzpital, LLC for repairs to the Caddy Shack at Stanley Golf Course
- Purchase order for $10,726 to Perfect Temp for HVAC replacement at the NBPD dog pound
- Agreement with SLR International Corporation for $70,600 for the 2025 Annual Pavement Rehabilitation Program
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will hear a petition requesting details about Hunter Mathena's responsibilities as President of the Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce and any city role he may hold. The agenda also includes multiple consent items such as an emergency purchase order for $43,700 for City Hall front doors and several public works contracts. Resolutions cover tax abatements, easements, and a software license renewal for $20,880 per year.
- Petition by Alderman Santiago seeking clarity on Hunter Mathena's employment and funding structure between Chamber and City
- Emergency purchase order of $43,700 to Mammoth Security, Inc. for new front doors at City Hall
- Authorization for $274,146.56 contract with Weber's Nursery for annual trench repair program
- Cooperative purchase order for $310,000 to Garrity Asphalt Reclaiming for street milling
- Authorization for easements at 1085 Corbin Avenue and 150 Demin Road for Eversource Energy
Zoning Subcommittee and Planning, Zoning and Housing
The Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will discuss several zoning map amendments and ordinance changes. The body is reviewing requests for business licenses, industrial use definitions, and the creation of a committee on housing and homelessness.
- Certificate of location approval for Vindicator Cycle & Auto LLC at 150 Production Court, Suite 2
- Zoning map changes for 6 Atlantic Street, Allen Street, 191 Allen Street, and 290 Lawlor Street
- Proposed ordinance additions for automated traffic enforcement safety devices
- Creation of the Common Council Committee on Housing and Homelessness
- On-call building repairs and supplies contract for City and CSDNB buildings not to exceed $100,000
Common Council Public Hearing
The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution to authorize joining the Connecticut Municipal Development Authority (CMDA) as a member municipality. The hearing is for public input; no final vote is scheduled during this session.
- Public hearing on Item 36815: authorization to join the Connecticut Municipal Development Authority (CMDA) as a member municipality
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services - BOE Budget
The committee will act on three resolutions adopting the General Fund, Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Program budgets for fiscal year 2025-2026. Public comment is accepted in person, by phone, or via livestream.
- Resolution on General Fund budget for FY2025-2026
- Resolution on Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds budget for FY2025-2026
- Resolution on budget appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2025-2026 (LOCIP)
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services - Budget
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will consider and act upon three resolutions adopting the General Fund, special revenue and enterprise funds, and capital improvement program budgets for fiscal year 2025-2026. A public participation period is included before the votes.
- Resolution to adopt the General Fund Budget for FY 2025-2026
- Resolution to adopt Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for FY 2025-2026
- Resolution to adopt Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2025-2026 (LOCIP)
Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing - Budget
The Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing is holding a special meeting to vote on three resolutions: the General Fund budget, the Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds budgets, and the Capital Improvement Program (LOCIP) appropriation for fiscal year 2025-2026. These resolutions will set funding levels for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Resolution on General Fund budget for FY 2025-2026
- Resolution on Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds budgets for FY 2025-2026
- Resolution on Capital Improvement Program 2025-2026 (LOCIP) appropriation
Audit Subcommittee
The Common Council Audit Committee is holding a special meeting to interview auditing firms. The committee is seeking a firm for a two-year contract with three one-year extensions covering FY 25 through FY 29.
- Interviews for RFP Bid 4186 regarding auditing services for FY 25 through FY 29
Audit Subcommittee
The Audit Subcommittee will review the FY 24 Annual Comprehensive Report and the federal and state single audit reports from the Finance Department. The body will also discuss the request for proposals (RFP) process for auditing services.
- Discussion of FY 24 Annual Comprehensive Report
- Discussion of FY 24 Federal Single Audit Report
- Discussion of FY 24 State Single Audit Report
- Discussion of RFP Bid 4186 for auditing services
Common Council Budget Public Hearing
The New Britain Common Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the Mayor's proposed budgets for the General Fund, Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds, and the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting will take place on April 29, 2025.
- Public hearing on General Fund Budget FY 2025-2026
- Public hearing on Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds Budget FY 2025-2026
- Public hearing on Capital Improvement Program Budget (LoCIP) FY 2025-2026
- Meeting location: Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street
- Remote participation available via phone queue
Common Council Special Meeting
The Common Council will hold a special meeting to consider a $2,000,000 appropriation and bond authorization for Allen Street. The meeting includes a report from the Standing Bonding Subcommittee and a vote on the bond.
- $2,000,000 appropriation and bond authorization for Allen Street
- Report from the Standing Bonding Subcommittee on the bond proposal
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider several zoning ordinance amendments, including cannabis retailer hours and residential driveway clarifications. The agenda also includes multiple emergency purchase orders for the New Britain Police Department.
- Zoning amendment to shift adult-use cannabis retailer hours to 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Emergency purchase of $9,523.52 for a hot water heater at the New Britain Police Department
- Emergency purchase of $195,646 for an air-cooler chiller at the New Britain Police Department
- Emergency purchase of $18,500 for automated controls for the police department chiller
- Zoning amendment regarding single driveways in lower density residential districts
Common Council Public Hearing - NAA & HUD Programs
The New Britain Common Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2025 Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program and the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. The hearing will also cover the 2025 Annual Action Plan, which governs federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Program funds.
- Public hearing on 2025 NAA Tax Credit Program
- Public hearing on 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
- Public hearing on 2025 Annual Action Plan
- Consideration of HOME-ARP fund applications
- Held in Council Chambers, City Hall, 27 West Main Street
Standing Bonding Subcommittee
The Standing Bonding Subcommittee will consider authorizing a $2,000,000 bond and appropriation for Allen Street. The meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.
- Vote on $2,000,000 bond authorization for Allen Street
- Public participation allowed in person or remotely
- Meeting held at City Hall, 27 West Main Street
Common Council Special Meeting - Mayor's Budget Presentation
The Common Council will meet to accept reports and act upon resolutions regarding the city's budgets for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. This includes the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Enterprise Funds, and the Capital Improvement Program (LoCIP).
- General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
- Budget Appropriation for Capital Improvement Program 2025-2026 (LoCIP)
Common Council Regular Meeting
The New Britain Common Council will meet to approve contracts for fire department equipment, fireworks displays, and laundry services, as well as authorize the sale of mobile food truck concessions and utility catch basin cleaning. The agenda also includes resolutions for federal grant eligibility and the appointment of a new recreation director.
- Contract with C&S Specialty for $78,700 for firefighting gear
- Contract with Pyrotecnico Fireworks for $55,000 for July 4 displays
- Contract with Super Saver Laundromat for fire department laundry services
- Authorization for sale of mobile food and ice cream truck concessions
- Authorization to retain Shaw Vac Services for $69,000 for catch basin cleaning
Zoning Subcommittee and Planning, Zoning and Housing
The Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will discuss several zoning ordinance amendments. These include changes to cannabis retail hours and requirements for business-to-residential property screening.
- Location approval for BBC Auto Repair, LLC at 66 St. Clair Avenue
- Proposed cannabis retail hours shift from 7am-7pm to 9am-9pm
- Proposed zoning amendment to permit a single driveway in lower density residential districts
- Proposed screening requirements for business uses abutting residential use in B-1R and CBD-R districts
- On-call repair contracts for city buildings not to exceed $50,000 and $100,000
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider several items, including amendments to the Fair Rent Commission ordinance and a tax modification agreement for 321 Ellis Street. Other resolutions include exceptions for faulty water meter readings and a neighborhood flood relief initiative for owner-occupied properties.
- Amend Chapter 2, Article XIX of the Code of Ordinances regarding the Fair Rent Commission
- Amendment to Tax Modification Agreement for 321 Ellis Street
- Amend Sec. 23-141 of the Code of Ordinances to provide exceptions for faulty equipment regarding water meter readings
- Neighborhood Flood Relief Initiative for owner occupied properties
- Approval of minutes from previous Common Council Committee meetings
Common Council Special Meeting - Bonding
The Common Council holds a special meeting to act on three bond appropriations. They will consider a $157.5 million bond for school projects, a $40.9 million bond for the White Bridge Waterworks Facility, and a $6.3 million bond for various capital improvements. The meeting includes reports from the Bonding Subcommittee and resolutions to authorize the bonds.
- $157,500,000 appropriation and bond authorization for school projects
- $40,900,000 appropriation and bond authorization for New Britain White Bridge Waterworks Facility
- $6,300,000 appropriation and bond authorization for various capital improvements
Common Council Regular Meeting
The New Britain Common Council will convene to approve contracts for road rehabilitation, fuel, and equipment, along with a presentation on the Mattabassett District budget. The meeting also includes public participation and the approval of prior meeting minutes.
- $600,000 to Tilcon Connecticut for Stanley Quarter Park Road rehabilitation
- $3,813,110 to Tabacco & Son Builders for Beeline Trail Phase 1
- $180,674.36 to Amano McGann for parking access revenue control systems
- Mattabassett District budget presentation
- Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes
Standing Bonding Subcommittee
The Standing Bonding Subcommittee will consider three reports recommending bond authorizations totaling over $204 million. The largest item is a $157,500,000 appropriation for school projects. Also up for action are a $40,900,000 bond for the White Bridge Waterworks facility and a $6,300,000 bond for various capital improvements.
- $157,500,000 appropriation and bond authorization for school projects
- $40,900,000 appropriation and bond authorization for the New Britain White Bridge Waterworks Facility
- $6,300,000 appropriation and bond authorization for various capital improvements
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will vote on a series of zoning amendments and map changes, including a new CBD-R district that allows townhouses, two-family, and three-family uses, and map reclassifications for properties on Clinton Street, Corbin Avenue, and Farmington Avenue. The council will also consider a purchase and sale agreement for 25 Gilbert Street and a land conveyance from CT DOT along Route 72 and Route 9. Other items include petitions for safety studies at Wooster Street/Paul Street and Hatch Street, and a certificate of location approval for a vehicle repair business.
- City Plan Commission recommendations for zoning changes: new CBD-R district, drive-through regulations, and map changes at 271 Clinton Street, 1480/1485/1500 Corbin Avenue, and 331-375 Farmington Avenue
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for 25 Gilbert Street
- Conveyance from CT DOT of multiple right-of-way parcels along Route 72 and Route 9
- Petitions for safety study at Wooster Street and Paul Street (guardrail) and parking study at 75 Hatch Street
- Certificate of location approval for Vindicator Cycle & Auto LLC at 150 Production Court, Suite 2
Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing
The Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will hold public hearings and regular meetings on March 4, 2025. Items include creating a new CBD-R district allowing townhouses, two-family and three-family uses; regulating drive-through uses; reducing maximum lot coverage in I-2 district from 100% to 90%; and adding libraries, art galleries, and museums as permitted uses in the RO district. The committees will also vote on multiple official zoning map changes and tabled items including a development agreement for 25 Gilbert Street and a right-of-way conveyance from the state DOT.
- Creation of new CBD-R district allowing townhouses, two-family and three-family uses (Item 36711)
- Reduce maximum lot coverage from 100% to 90% in I-2 district (Item 36709)
- Establish regulations for drive-through uses including vehicle queuing spaces and screening (Item 36710)
- Zoning map change: 271 Clinton St and 1480-1500 Corbin Ave from S-2/T to B-3 (Item 36712)
- Zoning map change: areas around New Brite Plaza and along Arch, Glen, Whiting streets to CBD-R (Item 36713)
Common Council Public Hearing
The Common Council will hold public hearings on two items. The first concerns a purchase, sale, and development agreement for 25 Gilbert Street. The second involves the conveyance of multiple right-of-way parcels from the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation along Route 72 and Route 9.
- Purchase and sale/development agreement for 25 Gilbert Street
- Land conveyance from CT DOT for parcels along Route 72 and Route 9
Common Council Regular Meeting
The Common Council will consider amendments to zoning ordinances for adult-use cannabis retailers to change permitted hours from 7 AM-7 PM to 9 AM-9 PM and apply standard sign regulations. Other items include clarifying a single driveway in lower density residential districts, requiring screening between business and residential properties in certain districts, and authorizing a tax assessment modification agreement with Weezy LLC and La Provence Realty for properties at 1 and 25 Veterans Drive. The council will also vote on resolutions recognizing Dominican Republic Independence Day, entering into agreements with Siemens Industry and Frontier Communications, and a public bid for city building repairs.
- Zoning amendment for adult-use cannabis retailers to shift hours to 9 AM-9 PM and apply standard sign regulations
- Zoning amendment to permit a single driveway in lower density residential districts
- Zoning amendment to require screening between business and residential properties in B-1R and CBD-R districts
- Authorization to execute tax assessment modification agreement with Weezy LLC and La Provence Realty for 1 and 25 Veterans Drive
- Public Bid No. 4199 for on-call repairs for city buildings with project cost not exceeding $50,000
Common Council Regular Meeting
The New Britain Common Council will consider approving a $48,253 security gate system for Martha Hart Park and a $25,975 fire alarm upgrade at the Water Treatment Plant. The meeting will also include recognition of Black History Month and Lunar New Year.
- Approval of $48,253.00 to Amano-McGann, Inc. for security gate system at Martha Hart Park
- Approval of $25,975.30 to Johnson Controls Inc. for fire alarm control panel upgrade at Water Treatment Plant
- Approval of $14,884.00 to Harper Haines Fluid Control for pressure valves at Leona Lane facility
- Budget amendment for FHWA Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Grant
- Recognition of February as Black History Month and Lunar New Year
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to authorize a tax assessment modification agreement with Weezy LLC and La Provence Realty, LLC for properties at 1 and 25 Veterans Drive. Also on the agenda are tabled items: an ordinance amendment to allow exceptions for faulty water meter readings, and a neighborhood flood relief initiative for owner-occupied properties. The meeting includes a public hearing and a regular session.
- Tax assessment modification agreement with Weezy LLC and La Provence Realty, LLC for 1 Veterans Drive and 25 Veterans Drive
- Amendment to Sec. 23-141 of the Code of Ordinances to provide exceptions for faulty equipment regarding water meter readings (tabled item)
- Neighborhood Flood Relief Initiative for owner-occupied properties (tabled item)
- Public hearing on the resolution
Common Council Regular Meeting
The New Britain Common Council will meet to discuss multiple zoning ordinance amendments proposed by Alderman Smedley, including changes to permitted uses and lot coverage. The council will also consider a resolution to authorize a $30,000 contract with CDM Smith for water treatment plant construction services.
- Amend zoning ordinances to add libraries, art galleries, and museums as permitted uses
- Reduce maximum lot coverage from 100% to 90% in the I-2 district
- Authorize $30,000 contract with CDM Smith for SCADA upgrade at Shuttle Meadow Water Treatment Plant
- Amend zoning map to reclassify several properties including 271 Clinton Street and 1480 Corbin Avenue
- Authorize tax assessment modification agreement with Weezy LLC and La Provence Realty LLC
Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services
The Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services will hold a public hearing and special meeting to consider a tax modification agreement with Ellis Stanley Land LLC. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to City Code Sec. 23-141 allowing exceptions for faulty water meter readings, and a neighborhood flood relief initiative for owner-occupied properties. Approval of minutes from prior committee meetings is also scheduled.
- Public hearing on Tax Modification Agreement with Ellis Stanley Land LLC
- Proposed substitute resolution for the tax modification agreement
- Amendment to Sec. 23-141 of Code of Ordinances for faulty water meter readings
- Neighborhood Flood Relief Initiative for owner-occupied properties
- Approval of minutes from Common Council Committee meetings
Common Council Regular Meeting
The New Britain Common Council will consider authorizing contracts for water treatment plant upgrades and the BBeline Trail Phase Two. The body will also discuss traffic safety measures for Sunrise Avenue and a feasibility study for a municipal waste diversion program.
- Contract authorization with Gerber Construction for BBeline Trail Phase Two ($999,925.47)
- Contract authorization with Martin Leverio Contractors for John Down Drive Corridor Improvements ($5,386,083.50)
- Feasibility study for municipal sustainable materials management and waste diversion program
- Traffic study on Sunrise Avenue for speed reducing recommendations and pedestrian safety
- Contract authorization with Johnson Controls Inc. for fire pump controller upgrades at Shuttle Meadow Water Treatment Plant ($51,888.72)
Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing Special Meeting
The New Britain Zoning Subcommittee and Committee on Planning, Zoning and Housing will meet to discuss amendments to zoning ordinances and maps. The agenda includes changes to industrial definitions, zoning district boundaries along Atlantic Street, and various code consistency updates.
- Amend zoning ordinances for industrial uses like truck and self-storage
- Change zoning districts along 6 Atlantic Street and Allen Street to B-1R
- Change zoning at 191 Allen Street and 290 Lawlor Street to B-3
- Update code sections to align with Connecticut General Statutes
- Contract for building repairs not to exceed $100,000