Granby public meetings in 2025

Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee

The Granby POCD Committee will review and discuss the current Plan of Conservation and Development and proposed revisions in the areas of environment, open space & recreation, and agriculture. Members will consider suggested actions such as storm‑water management improvements, floodplain preservation, forest and wildlife protection, and funding mechanisms for open‑space acquisition. The meeting also notes that an online public‑input survey launched on November 19 will close on December 31.

• Review proposed environment section actions (stormwater plans, floodplain protection, forest and wildlife policies)
• Review open space & recreation proposals (annual open‑space fund, fee‑in‑lieu, flexible residential development, cross‑country ski trail on 107 East Street, Holcomb Farm preservation)
• Discuss agriculture section revisions (details referenced but not listed in agenda)
• Consider input from the November 13 public workshop and the online survey ending Dec 31
• Plan next steps for comments to be submitted to town staff before the following meeting

Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee

The Granby POCD Committee will meet to review the current Plan of Conservation and Development and consider proposed revisions in the areas of environment, open space & recreation, and agriculture. The meeting will also include action on the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting and set action items for the next meeting.

• Action on the minutes of November 25, 2025
• Review and discuss POCD – Environment
• Review and discuss POCD – Open Space & Recreation
• Review and discuss POCD – Agriculture
• Set action items for the next meeting

The committee voted 8-0-1 to approve the November 25, 2025 minutes, with one abstention. No substantive policy items were adopted or rejected. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 10-0-0 vote.

• Approved November 25, 2025 minutes (8-0-1, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (10-0-0)

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Board of Finance scheduled for December 22, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 26, 2026.

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

Chairman Kevin Hobson has cancelled the regular meeting of the Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee that was scheduled for December 1, 2025. He also cancelled the meeting scheduled for December 22, 2025. No agenda items or decisions were presented.

Granby America 250 Committee

The Granby America 250 Committee cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025. No agenda items were set for that date. The next regular meeting will be held on January 15, 2026, and an agenda will be posted beforehand.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss a $4.6 million radio project update and the FY27 budget narrative. The board is also considering amendments to the town's 10-year capital plan.

• $4.6 Million Radio Project update
• Approval of Plus One FY27 budget narrative
• Capital Plan amendments for sewer pumps maintenance, pickleball court, and bathrooms at SB Park

The Board of Selectmen approved the Plus One FY27 Town Budget Narrative and set a three‑board meeting for January 20, 2026, with a 5‑0‑0 vote. The Board also approved amendments 1‑7 to the Town's 10‑Year Capital Improvement Plan, also by a 5‑0‑0 vote. The meeting minutes were approved and the session was adjourned, each with unanimous votes.

• Approved Board minutes from Dec. 1, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved Plus One FY27 Town Budget Narrative and scheduled three-board meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved amendments 1‑7 to the 10‑Year Capital Improvement Plan (5-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on the Granby Center Town Study. Members will review and discuss the recommendations provided in the study.

• Presentation on Granby Center Town Study
• Discussion of Study Recommendations
• Action on October 29, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee voted unanimously (4-0-0) to approve the October 29, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the revised use table (Table 4-1) for the Granby Center Town Study by a 4-0-0 vote. The committee also adopted the study’s recommendations, adding design standards and guidelines to the priorities, with a 4-0-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 p.m. by motion.

• Approved October 29, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved revised use table (Table 4-1) (4-0-0)
• Adopted study recommendations with design standards/guidelines added (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 p.m. (motion passed)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will vote on the minutes from the November 12 meeting, consider the permit request to install a 192‑square‑foot prefabricated shed at 28 Copper Hill Road, and hold Show Cause hearings for unpermitted activities at 249 Silver Street and at 142R/186 Case Street. The commission will also receive the agent’s report on recent requests for non‑regulated uses and hear a presentation from the town attorney on Land Use Commission training.

• Permit request for a 192 sq ft prefabricated shed at 28 Copper Hill Road
• Show Cause hearing for 249 Silver Street – tree clearing without a valid IWWC permit
• Show Cause hearing for 142R and 186 Case Street – fill dam and other activities without a valid permit
• Agent report: RFR to dredge pond at 215 Salmon Brook Street and multiple tree‑removal requests on Lakeside Drive
• Town Attorney presentation on Land Use Commission training

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will consider the minutes from the November 12 meeting, review a permit request for a prefabricated shed at 28 Copper Hill Road, hear a town attorney presentation on Land Use Commission training, and hold show‑cause hearings for alleged unpermitted activities at 249 Silver Street and at 142R and 186 Case Street.

• Permit request: 28 Copper Hill Road – D. Cote‑Roy – install 192‑sq‑ft prefabricated shed
• Show cause hearing: 249 Silver Street – B. Nickelsberg – alleged unpermitted activity
• Show cause hearing: 142R and 186 Case Street – M. Reale c/o Scottinaleece, LLC – alleged unpermitted activity
• Town Attorney presentation on Land Use Commission training
• Action on minutes of the November 12, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the November 12 meeting. It granted a permit for a prefabricated shed at 28 Copper Hill Road with an amendment for underground conduit. The commission also approved a mitigation plan for the wetland activity at 249 Silver Street and continued the related show‑cause hearing. The Town Attorney presentation was tabled and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (5-0-1, D. Tolli abstained)
• Approved 28 Copper Hill Rd shed permit with underground conduit amendment (6-0-0)
• Approved mitigation plan for 249 Silver St (6-0-0)
• Continued show cause hearing for 249 Silver St (6-0-0)
• Continued show cause hearing for 142R & 186 Case St (no vote recorded)
• Tabled Town Attorney presentation on Land Use Commission training
• Scheduled site inspection at Station 280 Apartment complex for Dec 18, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Granby Agricultural Commission will review the November meeting minutes. Commissioners will select a date for the 2026 Open Farm Day. They will discuss next steps for the Right to Farm Ordinance and receive an update on farm lease recommendations.

• Select date for 2026 Open Farm Day
• Discuss next steps for Right to Farm Ordinance
• Update on farm lease recommendations
• Review November meeting minutes

The Agricultural Commission approved the minutes from the November 12 meeting. It selected September 12, 2026 as the date for the 2026 Granby Open Farm Day. The commission adopted a recurring meeting schedule of every second Wednesday. The chair agreed to follow up with the Town Manager on farm‑lease recommendations.

• Approved November 12 meeting minutes
• Selected September 12, 2026 as Open Farm Day
• Adopted recurring meeting schedule every second Wednesday
• Chair agreed to follow up with Town Manager on farm‑lease recommendations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a ±2.55-acre commercial property at 37 Hartford Avenue. The site, currently zoned Commercial Center, is listed for sale at $450,000 and includes a foundation with a septic system.

• Review of 37 Hartford Avenue property for sale
• Property listed at $450,000
• Site plan and building permit approvals received
• Zoning: Commercial Center (COCE)
• Foundation and septic system installed

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider a zoning amendment for mixed-use buildings in the T1 Zone and several site plan modifications. The body will also hold an informal discussion regarding a potential mixed-use or residential development at 37 Hartford Avenue.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Regulations Section 3.10 to allow Mixed-Use Buildings by Special Permit (File Z-16-25)
• Special Permit modification for a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages to expand at 9 Bank Street, Unit H
• Site Plan Modification for an addition, storage building, deck, and shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street
• Site Plan Modification for a rear addition at 35 Hartford Avenue
• Informal discussion on a possible mixed-use or all-residential building at 37 Hartford Avenue

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission agenda lists a legal notice advertisement to run in the Hartford Courant on November 28 and December 5, 2025. The notice is a TM5 Daily legal notice, 1‑column, black‑and‑white, with a gross price of $174.60. No other items or decisions are on the agenda.

• Legal Notice TM5 Daily – 1‑column, B/W ad in Hartford Courant on 11/28/25 & 12/5/25, $174.60 (Order ID 7901069)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four applications, including a proposed zoning regulation amendment for mixed-use buildings. The commission will also discuss a potential mixed-use project at 37 Hartford Avenue.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Regulations Section 3.10 to allow Mixed-Use Buildings by Special Permit (File Z-16-25)
• Special Permit modification for a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street, Unit H
• Site Plan Modification for an addition, storage building, deck, and shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street
• Site Plan Modification for a rear addition at 35 Hartford Avenue
• Informal discussion regarding a possible mixed-use building at 37 Hartford Avenue

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to Zoning Regulations Section 3.10, adding a mixed‑use provision for the Neighborhood and Commercial Transition (T1) Zone, effective January 1 2026. It also approved a Special Permit modification allowing a restaurant at 9 Bank Street, Unit H to expand into an adjacent unit, and approved site‑plan modifications for 490 Salmon Brook Street and 35 Hartford Avenue, each with conditions. All votes were 7‑0‑0 in favor.

• Approved amendment to Zoning Regulations Section 3.10 for mixed‑use buildings in T1 Zone (7-0-0)
• Approved Special Permit modification for restaurant expansion at 9 Bank Street, Unit H (7-0-0)
• Approved Site Plan Modification for 490 Salmon Brook Street, C2 Zone, with conditions (7-0-0)
• Approved Site Plan Modification for 35 Hartford Avenue, COCE Zone, with conditions (7-0-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes as presented (5-0-2)
• Amended agenda to discuss Public Hearings before Informal Discussion (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:35 p.m. (7-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to continue discussions on farm leases and energy conservation and renewables on town property. The body will also address composting, the Plan of Conservation & Development, and Sustainable Connecticut.

• Continued farm lease conversation
• Energy conservation and renewables on town property
• Composting
• Plan of Conservation & Development
• Sustainable Connecticut

The commission approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes without changes. It decided to attach the farm‑lease memo to the minutes and recommend posting it on the town website. The board set the 2026 calendar for twelve meetings, four of which will be in‑person, and then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to attach farm‑lease memo to minutes and recommend publishing on town webpage
• Scheduled 12 meetings for 2026, with 4 in‑person
• Adjourned (unanimous)

Development Commission

The Development Commission will hear a POCD Committee update and discuss the current economic climate, real estate market, and development activity. Commissioners will also present reports and correspondence. No specific decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• POCD Committee Update / POCD Update Discussion
• Discussion of the economic climate, real estate, and current activity
• Commissioner Reports and Correspondence

The Granby Development Commission voted 6‑0‑0 to approve the minutes of the December 8, 2025 meeting. Commissioners reviewed and discussed draft revisions to the Commercial and Industrial Development section of the 2016 POCD, agreeing on several recommended changes to zoning language and related actions. The meeting also included a brief report on the local housing market and pending land‑use applications. The session was adjourned at 8:26 PM.

• Approved December 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Agreed on POCD recommendations to revise zoning language (no formal vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Development Commission

The Development Commission will discuss a proposed mixed‑use building at 37 Hartford Avenue, including commercial space on the first two floors and residential units above, with options to expand the footprint to the maximum 8,000 sq ft. The commission also noted pending special‑permit mixed‑use applications for 83 Salmon Brook Street and a storefront expansion for Julien’s, which will be considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission in December. Minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting were approved, and a Plan of Conservation and Development workshop was announced for Thursday with an online survey.

• Discussion of mixed‑use building proposal at 37 Hartford Avenue (commercial first two floors, residential third, possible 8,000 sq ft expansion)
• Special‑permit mixed‑use application received for 83 Salmon Brook Street in the T1 zone
• Julien’s submitted a modification to expand into the adjacent storefront
• Approval of minutes of the October 15, 2025 meeting (6‑0 vote)
• Plan of Conservation and Development Committee workshop scheduled for Thursday with an online survey

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will review and approve minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and receive the Library Director’s report. The board will discuss updates on a possible library expansion and renovation. It will also set the schedule for the 2026 Library Board meetings.

• Potential Library Expansion and Renovation Updates
• 2026 Library Board Meeting Schedule
• Review and Approval of Minutes from November 10, 2025

The Library Board voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn was passed unanimously, 7‑0. The next board meeting was scheduled for January 12, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen is holding a special town meeting to consider the sale of town-owned property located at 603 Cider Lane. The meeting includes a public session for resident input before adjournment.

• Sale of town-owned property at 603 Cider Lane

The Special Town Meeting voted unanimously to approve the sale of the town-owned property at 603 Cider Lane to TFHB, LLC for $101,000, as recommended by the Board of Selectmen and the Board of Finance. No residents objected during the question period. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved sale of 603 Cider Lane to TFHB, LLC for $101,000 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the Special Town Meeting (unanimous)

Park & Recreation Board

The Granby Park & Recreation Board has cancelled its scheduled meeting for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, due to inclement weather. The meeting was set to take place at the Salmon Brook Park – Park House.

• Cancellation of Regular Meeting
• Meeting location: Salmon Brook Park – Park House
• Scheduled date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the sale of 83 Salmon Brook Street and the adoption of a Granby Land Trust survey. The board will also elect a Vice-Chair and review the FY27 Town Budget communication.

• Sale approval and Town Meeting date setting for 83 Salmon Brook Street
• Adoption of Granby Land Trust Survey
• Election of Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair
• Review of Plus One Budget Narrative for FY27 Town Budget

The Board unanimously adopted the 2026 Annual Schedule of Regular Meetings and elected Margaret Q. Chapple as Vice‑Chair. It recognized the Holcomb Farm “Excluded Areas” map and approved a $2,820 payment from the stewardship fund for half the survey cost. The Board also approved the sale of 83 Salmon Brook Street for $245,000, referring the transaction to the Board of Finance and a town meeting for final approval.

• Amended agenda to include adoption of 2026 Annual Schedule (5-0-0)
• Adopted 2026 Annual Schedule of Regular Meetings (5-0-0)
• Elected Margaret Q. Chapple as Vice‑Chair (5-0-0)
• Recognized Holcomb Farm “Excluded Areas” map as official (5-0-0)
• Approved $2,820 payment from Holcomb Farm Stewardship Fund Trust for half the survey cost (5-0-0)
• Approved sale of 83 Salmon Brook Street for $245,000, referring to Board of Finance and Town Meeting for final approval (5-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The regular meetings of the Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee scheduled for December 1, 2025, and December 22, 2025, have been cancelled by Chairman Kevin Hobson.

Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee

The Granby Plan of Conservation and Development Committee will consider public input from a November workshop and discuss revisions to the current POCD. The meeting will also approve minutes from previous meetings, set action items for the next session, and schedule the next meeting date.

• Action on the minutes of October 28, 2025 and November 13, 2025
• Review and discuss November workshop and public input received
• Review and discuss current POCD and proposed revisions
• Action items for the next meeting
• Determine next meeting date

The Granby POCD Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 28 and November 13, 2025 meetings. The next meeting was set for December 23, 2025, and the session was adjourned at 9:07 p.m. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:07 p.m. (8-0-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for December 23, 2025 (no vote recorded)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review the FY26-C budget worksheet and consider an approval request for the sale of 603 Cider Lane. The board will also examine budget operations and Board of Education expense reports from October 2025.

• Approval request for the sale of 603 Cider Lane
• Review of Budget Worksheet FY26-C
• Town Budget Operations Report - October 2025
• Board of Education Expense Report - October 2025

The Board approved the minutes from the October 27 meeting (3-0-3). It appointed Michael Guarco as Chairman and Toby Proctor as Vice‑Chairman (both 6-0-0). The Board approved the sale of 603 Cider Lane to TFHB, LLC for $101,000 (6-0-0). The meeting was adjourned (6-0-0).

• Approved October 27 minutes (3-0-3)
• Appointed Michael Guarco as Chairman (6-0-0)
• Appointed Toby Proctor as Vice‑Chairman (6-0-0)
• Approved sale of 603 Cider Lane for $101,000 to TFHB, LLC (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee will consider presentations on capital priorities for the town’s middle school, a 2025 Parks & Recreation park study, sewer pump upgrades, and a year‑round public bathroom facility at the new pickleball courts. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 27 and November 3, 2025 meetings and accept public comment.

• Board of Education presentation on middle school capital priorities
• Town presentation on 2025 Parks & Recreation park study
• Discussion of sewer pump projects
• Presentation on pickleball courts and year‑round public bathroom facility
• Approval of CPPAC meeting minutes from Oct 27 2025 and Nov 3 2025

The Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 27 and November 3, 2025 meetings. Presentations on the middle school, park improvements, and sewer pump replacements were given, but no actions were taken on those projects. The committee adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Granby America 250 Committee

The Granby America 250 Committee is meeting to review progress and discuss proposed events. The committee will also hold discussions regarding a proposed budget and fundraising plans.

• Discussion on proposed events, including cricket
• Discussion on proposed budget
• Plan for fundraising

The Granby America 250 Committee approved the minutes from the last meeting with unanimous agreement. The American Legion Post 182 and several members were recognized for donations and support. The committee discussed a series of July 2026 events and assigned volunteers to organize the picnic, lecture series, and time‑capsule project. The next meeting was set for Thursday, January 19 2025 at 6:00 PM, and no December meeting will be held.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• American Legion Post 182 agreed to marshal the July 4 parade
• Mark Neumann agreed to organize the picnic
• Holly Johnson agreed to organize the lecture series
• Dave Roberts agreed to work on the time capsule
• Set next meeting for Thursday January 19 2025 at 6:00 PM
• Cancelled December meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss the sale of 603 Cider Lane and a construction plan for Holcomb Farm/United Methodist Church. The body will also review a tax assessment settlement and a new job description for a Lead Dispatcher.

• Sale approval and Town Meeting date for 603 Cider Lane
• Construction plan approval for Holcomb Farm/United Methodist Church
• Tax assessment valuation settlement for Granby Center Associates Limited Partnership
• Acceptance of Planning and Zoning CGS 8-24 Report for Harness Way
• Approval of Lead Dispatcher job description

The Board of Selectmen approved the renovation plan for 87 Simsbury Road to become a farm operation. It also approved the sale of 603 Cider Lane for $101,000 and referred the transaction to the Board of Finance and a town meeting for final approval. Additional unanimous approvals included the Harness Way road acceptance, the lead dispatcher job description, and a settlement reducing the assessed value of 10 Hartford Road.

• Approved renovation/construction plans for 87 Simsbury Road (5-0-0)
• Approved sale of 603 Cider Lane for $101,000 and referred to Finance and Town Meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved acceptance of Harness Way Road and associated improvements (5-0-0)
• Approved updated lead dispatcher job description (5-0-0)
• Approved settlement reducing assessed value of 10 Hartford Road (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting (5-0-0)

Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee

The Granby Plan of Conservation and Development Committee will hold a special workshop to present an overview of the 2026 POCD and its process. Participants will engage in break‑out and tabletop exercises related to the plan. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Workshop Introduction: Overview of the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development
• Break‑out / Tabletop exercises
• Adjournment

The Town of Granby’s Plan of Conservation and Development (2026) Committee met on November 13, 2025 for a public workshop. Director of Community Development Abby Kenyon presented an overview of the POCD, its timeline, and upcoming survey. Participants reviewed tabletop exercises and discussed POCD topics, but no formal actions or votes were taken.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review a permit request for a shed and hold show cause hearings regarding unauthorized activities at two properties. The body will also review several nonregulated use determinations for tree removal and pond dredging.

• Permit request for a 192 square foot prefabricated shed at 28 Copper Hill Road
• Show cause hearing for unauthorized activity at 249 Silver Street
• Show cause hearing for unauthorized activity at 142R and 186 Case Street
• Nonregulated use determination to dredge the pond at Salmon Brook Park (215 Salmon Brook Street)
• Nonregulated use determinations for tree removal at 46, 52, and 54 Lakeside Drive

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will review a permit request for a shed and hold hearings regarding unauthorized activities. The body will also review several nonregulated use determinations for tree removal and pond dredging.

• Permit request for a 192 square foot prefabricated shed at 28 Copper Hill Road
• Show cause hearing for activity without a permit at 249 Silver Street
• Show cause hearing for activity without a permit at 142R and 186 Case Street
• Nonregulated use determination to dredge the pond at Salmon Brook Park (215 Salmon Brook Street)
• Nonregulated use determinations for tree removal at 46, 52, and 54 Lakeside Drive

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission approved the October 8, 2025 minutes and continued a permit request for a shed at 28 Copper Hill Road. It voted to uphold enforcement orders for unpermitted work at 249 Silver Street and at 142R and 186 Case Street. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (5-0-1, A. Locke abstained)
• Received and continued 28 Copper Hill Road permit request (6-0-0)
• Upheld Enforcement Order for 249 Silver Street (6-0-0)
• Upheld Enforcement Order for 142R and 186 Case Street (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will evaluate the recent Open Farm Day and set a date for the 2026 event. The body will also discuss farm lease recommendations provided by the Conservation Commission.

• Evaluation of Open Farm Day
• Scheduling of 2026 Open Farm Day
• Discussion of social media presence
• Review of Farm Lease Recommendations from the Conservation Commission

The commission accepted all recommendations from the Conservation Committee regarding management of farmland leases on town‑owned property. The minutes from the July 9 meeting were approved. The commission scheduled a review of the preliminary Right‑to‑Farm ordinance for the December 10 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m.

• Accepted Conservation Committee farmland lease recommendations (approved)
• Approved July 9 meeting minutes
• Scheduled Right‑to‑Farm ordinance review for Dec 10 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 p.m.

Development Commission

The Development Commission will meet to discuss a potential mixed-use building and site improvements at 37 Hartford Avenue. The body will also receive an update from the POCD Committee and discuss the current economic and real estate climate.

• Discussion of mixed-use building and site improvements at 37 Hartford Avenue
• POCD Committee update
• Discussion of economic climate and real estate activity

The commission voted unanimously to approve the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided to discuss the Plan of Conservation and Development at the December meeting and to wait for town administration guidance before changing meeting format. The meeting was adjourned at 8:38 p.m.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Decided to discuss Plan of Conservation and Development at December meeting
• Agreed to wait for Town administration guidance before changing meeting format
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will review and approve minutes from October 14 and a special meeting on October 28, 2025. The board will hear public comments and a report from the Library Director. Old business includes updates on the library expansion and renovation. New business includes updates on the campaign cabinet and consideration of potential consultants.

• Review and approval of minutes from October 14, 2025
• Review and approval of minutes from special meeting October 28, 2025
• Discussion of library expansion and renovation updates
• Discussion of campaign cabinet updates and potential consultants

The board approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes with a 7‑0‑2 vote. Approval of the Tri‑Board meeting minutes was tabled while staff seeks clarification of the official process. The board adopted a resolution directing the Campaign Cabinet to develop clear fundraising materials for the library expansion. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (7-0-2)
• Tabled approval of Tri‑Board meeting minutes (pending clarification)
• Adopted resolution assigning fundraising material development to Campaign Cabinet
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote 0-0-0)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review the Director's report, which includes updates on the Senior/Youth Center, CHIP, and the Kearns Project. The agenda also covers new business regarding DME signage and volunteer use of the kitchen for breakfasts, along with old business items like the Strategic Plan.

• Director's Report: Center, Activities, and Chair updates
• Kearns Project Update
• DME Signage
• Volunteer Use of Kitchen – Men's/Women's Breakfast
• CRT Lunch Meal contract

The commission approved the September 8, 2025 minutes (7-0-1). It unanimously supported the director's recommendation to address food safety concerns by using a qualified food operator (8-0-0). It also unanimously authorized the Director of Community Services to explore alternative food program options, including canceling the current CRT program (8-0-0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously (8-0-0).

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (7-0-1)
• Supported food‑safety recommendation via qualified operator (8-0-0)
• Authorized exploration of alternative food programs, including CRT cancellation (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review prior minutes and discuss several topics. Items include continued conversation on a farm lease, energy conservation and renewables on town property, composting, the town’s Plan of Conservation & Development, open space and wetland index, and Sustainable Connecticut initiatives. The meeting also includes public comment and planning for December topics.

• Continued Farm Lease Conversation
• Energy Conservation & Renewables on Town Property
• Composting
• Plan of Conservation & Development
• Open Space and CGS 7-131A (Index of Wetlands, etc.)

The commission agreed to clarify the farm lease recommendations and forward the memo to the Agriculture Commission and Commissioner Kara for approval before sending it to Town Manager Mike Walsh. A meeting will be set with Mike Walsh to discuss his concerns. The Sustainable CT report was deferred to the next meeting.

• Agree to clarify farm lease memo requirements and send to Agriculture Commission and Commissioner Kara
• Schedule meeting with Town Manager Mike Walsh to discuss farm lease concerns
• Defer Sustainable CT report to next meeting

Park & Recreation Board

The Board is holding a special meeting to review the progress of a draft Fee/Use/Pricing Policy. Members will also discuss the town's IPM approach and a park planting offer.

• Fee/Use/Pricing Policy Draft progress
• Town's IPM Approach discussion
• Park Planting Offer next steps
• Walking Path Extension status update

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0‑1 vote. The board decided to table the Fee/Use/Pricing Policy discussion until the next meeting due to member absences. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Selectmen

The regular Board of Selectmen meeting scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025 was cancelled by First Selectman Mark H. Fiorentino. The Board will meet at its next regular session on Monday, November 17, 2025, and an agenda will be posted later. No agenda items will be considered at the cancelled meeting.

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee will hear presentations on capital priorities from the Board of Education and the Town. Discussions include the library expansion, sewer pumps, and pickleball courts.

• Board of Education capital priorities presentation
• Town capital priorities presentation
• Library expansion project
• Sewer pumps
• Pickleball courts

The committee postponed approval of the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It also carried over the sewer pumps and pickleball court agenda items to the next meeting. No votes were recorded for those items. The meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m. by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Deferred approval of October 27, 2025 minutes (no vote recorded)
• Carried over sewer pumps agenda item to next meeting (no vote recorded)
• Carried over pickleball court agenda item to next meeting (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will act on the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes, review and discuss a plan to finalize edits, and set action items for the next meeting. A public session will follow for community input before the meeting adjourns.

• Action on the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and discuss plan to finalize edits
• Set action items for the next meeting
• Public session for community input

At the October 29, 2025 meeting, the Granby Center Advisory Committee unanimously approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee also voted unanimously to forward the revised draft to BFJ for production of a final plan. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Sent revised draft to BFJ to produce final plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:27 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Board

The board will review the final report from the campaign counsel on the community analysis study. It will also receive updates from the town manager on the library expansion and renovation project and discuss the campaign cabinet and its meeting schedule.

• Campaign Counsel final report on community analysis study
• Library expansion and renovation updates (info from Town Manager)
• Campaign cabinet discussion
• Cabinet meeting schedule

The Library Board reviewed the final report from Campaign Counsel and discussed its fees and deliverables. A motion was made, seconded, and approved by all members to not hire Campaign Counsel for the next phase of the fundraising campaign. The board will pursue other consulting options and has scheduled the first campaign cabinet meeting for November 17 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.

• Do not hire Campaign Counsel for next phase (unanimous vote)
• Schedule campaign cabinet meeting for Nov 17 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road in the R2A zone. The commission will also consider and approve several items that were previously heard, including a special permit for a solar array at 123R Case Street, a site‑plan modification for 508 Salmon Brook Street, and a special event facility permit for 518 Salmon Brook Street. Additional agenda items include a referral for Harness Way Road acceptance, a staff report on a planting‑plan modification request for a subdivision at 188 Day Street, and a discussion of the Broadleaf solar project status.

• Special Permit hearing: ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Rd, R2A zone (continuation from Oct 14)
• Approved Special Permit for ground‑mount solar array at 123R Case St, R4A zone (1,250 sq ft array)
• Approved Site Plan Modification for landscaping at 508 Salmon Brook St, I zone
• Approved Special Permit for Special Event Facility at 518 Salmon Brook St, I zone (hours 6 am‑12 am, no outside activities)
• CGS§8‑24 Referral: Harness Way Road Acceptance

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will act on the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road in the R2A zone. The commission will also consider a referral for Harness Way Road Acceptance and receive new applications for scheduling. Staff and commissioner reports will be presented before adjournment.

• Public hearing on special permit for ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Rd (R2A zone)
• Referral: Harness Way Road Acceptance (CGS§8-24)
• Action on minutes of October 14, 2025
• Receive applications and schedule public hearing
• Staff report and correspondence

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting (5-0-2). It approved a special permit for a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road, requiring a screening plan approved by the Director of Community Development. The commission voted to recommend that the Board of Selectmen accept the Harness Way subdivision road and the .96‑acre open‑space parcel, pending sealing of one driveway apron. The meeting was adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Approved special permit for ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road, subject to screening plan (7-0-0)
• Recommended acceptance of Harness Way road and .96‑acre open space parcel, subject to sealing driveway apron (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning and Zoning Commission cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. Residents should note the cancellation.

Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee

The Granby Plan of Conservation and Development Committee will hold a special meeting to consider public input from a November workshop, review the current POCD and any proposed revisions, and set action items for the next meeting. The agenda also includes routine items such as calling the meeting to order, approving minutes from September 23, 2025, and adjourning.

• Action on the minutes of September 23, 2025
• Discuss November workshop and public input
• Review and discuss current POCD and proposed revisions
• Set action items for the next meeting

The Granby POCD Committee voted unanimously (10-0-0) to approve the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee also voted unanimously (10-0-0) to adjourn the October 28, 2025 meeting. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (10-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (10-0-0)

Board of Finance

The Granby Board of Finance will review an audit presentation by CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA). It will approve the regular meeting minutes from September 22, 2025. The board will discuss an appropriation request to fund a ramp at Salmon Brook Park and consider establishing a special grants fund for federal, state, and local grants or donations. Additional items include updates on town funds as of June 30, 2025, a town budget operations report for September 2025, and the Board of Education September 2025 budget expense report.

• Audit presentation by CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA)
• Approval of regular meeting minutes – September 22, 2025
• Salmon Brook Park ramp appropriation – approval request
• Consideration of establishing a special grants fund
• Town budget operations report – September 2025

The Board of Finance voted 3-0-1 to approve the September 22 meeting minutes. It then approved a $7,000 appropriation from the Parks & Recreation Fund to install a permanent ramp at the Salmon Brook Park bandshell, voting 4-0-0. Finally, the board adopted a resolution establishing a Special Grants Fund for tracking grants and donations under $50,000, also by a 4-0-0 vote.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved $7,000 Parks & Recreation appropriation for Salmon Brook Park ramp (4-0-0)
• Approved resolution establishing Special Grants Fund (4-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation from the Board of Education on capital priorities, followed by a town presentation on the same topic. The committee will also allow public comment before adjourning.

• Approve CPPAC regular meeting minutes from October 6, 2025
• Board of Education presentation on capital priorities
• Town presentation on capital priorities
• Public comment period

The Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee voted 4-0-1 to approve the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting, with one member abstaining. The committee then voted unanimously (5-0-0) to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m. No other actions or approvals were taken; presentations on school field and middle‑school renovations were discussed for future consideration.

• Approved October 6, 2025 CPPAC meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)
• No appointments made

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on October 21, 2025 to consider three variance appeals. The appeals are: a side‑yard variance for a 16’ × 8’ addition at 24 Old Messenger Road; a variance to permit a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road; and front‑yard and side‑yard variances for an addition, storage building, deck and shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street. After the hearings the Board will decide whether to grant each variance.

• Side‑yard variance (6‑foot) for a 16’ × 8’ porch at 24 Old Messenger Road (R2A zone).
• Variance to locate a ground‑mount solar array on 129 Barn Door Hills Road (R2A zone), with a $260 application fee.
• Front‑yard variance (2.5 ft) for a 28 × 20 ft addition at 490 Salmon Brook Street (C2 zone).
• Front‑yard variance (47 ft) for a 26 × 12 ft storage building at 490 Salmon Brook Street.
• Front‑yard variance (15.3 ft) for a 10 × 8 ft deck and front/side‑yard variances for a 12 × 8 ft shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests. Robert Carlson seeks a side‑yard variance to add a 16' × 8' structure at 24 Old Messenger Road. Derek Campbell requests a variance for a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road. Keith King asks for front‑yard and side‑yard variances for an addition, storage building, deck, and shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street. After the hearings, the Board will consider the applications and act on the September 16, 2025 minutes.

• Robert Carlson – side‑yard variance for 16' × 8' addition, 24 Old Messenger Road
• Derek Campbell – variance for ground‑mount solar array, 129 Barn Door Hills Road
• Keith King – front‑yard and side‑yard variances for addition, storage building, deck, and shed, 490 Salmon Brook Street
• Action on minutes of September 16, 2025

The Zoning Board approved the September 16, 2025 minutes and then granted variances for three applicants. Robert Carlson received a 6‑foot side‑yard variance for a 16 × 8‑ft addition at 24 Old Messenger Road. Derek Campbell received a variance to install a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road. Keith King received four separate front‑yard and side‑yard variances for additions, a storage building, a deck, and a shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street, each contingent on fencing and privacy screening. The meeting was adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Granted 6‑ft side‑yard variance for Robert Carlson, 24 Old Messenger Road (5-0-0)
• Granted variance for ground‑mount solar array for Derek Campbell, 129 Barn Door Hills Road (5-0-0)
• Granted 2.5‑ft front‑yard variance for Keith King, addition at 490 Salmon Brook Street (5-0-0)
• Granted 47‑ft front‑yard variance for Keith King, storage building at 490 Salmon Brook Street (5-0-0)
• Granted 15.3‑ft front‑yard variance for Keith King, deck at 490 Salmon Brook Street (5-0-0)
• Granted 28.2‑ft front‑yard and 2.8‑ft side‑yard variances for Keith King, shed at 490 Salmon Brook Street (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:09 p.m. (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals agenda for October 21, 2025 contains a legal notice advertisement. The notice specifies a 1‑column ad to run on October 10 and October 17, 2025, with a gross price of $124.16. No zoning decisions, rezoning proposals, contracts, or ordinance items are included.

• Legal notice advertisement: 1‑column ad, run dates Oct 10 & Oct 17 2025, gross price $124.16, order ID 7881272

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will approve the minutes from the October 6 meeting and consider two new business items: funding for handicapped-accessible ramps at Salmon Brook Park and a referral to Planning and Zoning for Harness Way. The meeting will also include the Town Manager's monthly project report, a review of September 2025 budget operations, and reports from the First Selectman. A public session and an executive session will follow the agenda items.

• Approval of Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting Minutes – October 6, 2025
• Salmon Brook Park Handicapped Accessible Ramps Appropriation Approval
• Harness Way Acceptance Referral to Planning and Zoning
• September 2025 Budget Operations review
• Town Manager's Monthly Project Report

The Board unanimously approved an appropriation of up to $7,000 from the Parks and Recreation Fund to cover the cost shortfall for a permanent handicapped‑accessible ramp at Salmon Brook Park Bandshell. The Board also unanimously referred the acceptance of Harness Way Road to the Planning and Zoning Commission for review under CGS Section 8‑24. Earlier, the Board unanimously approved the October 6 meeting minutes and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved October 6, 2025 Board minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved up to $7,000 Parks & Rec appropriation for Salmon Brook Park ramp (5-0-0)
• Referred Harness Way Road acceptance to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (5-0-0)

Granby America 250 Committee

The Granby America 250 Committee will review proposed community events and progress reports. Members will discuss the proposed budget for upcoming activities and outline a plan for fundraising. The meeting also includes action items for the next session and a public comment period.

• Discussion on proposed events and progress reports
• Discussion on proposed budget
• Plan for fundraising
• Action items for next meeting
• Public session for community input

The Granby America 250 Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed a series of proposed July 4th 2026 events, including a parade, picnic, bonfire, lecture series, and other activities. Several members volunteered to organize specific events, such as the picnic, lecture series, and time capsule. The committee then voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

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

Development Commission

The Granby Development Commission will review updates from the Granby Center Advisory Committee and the POCD Committee. It will also discuss the current economic climate, real‑estate trends, and related activity in the town. No formal actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Granby Center Advisory Committee Update
• POCD Committee Update
• Discussion of the economic climate, real estate, and current activity

The commission voted 6-0-0 to approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed the Granby Center Advisory Committee’s draft plan and agreed with the proposed boundary for the new Granby Center Zone. They also reviewed suggested changes to the zone's use table, but no formal action was taken on those recommendations. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 PM.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four applications: two special permits for ground‑mount solar arrays at 129 Barn Door Hills Road (R2A zone) and 123R Case Street (R4A zone), a site‑plan modification for landscaping at 508 Salmon Brook Street (I zone), and a special permit for a special event facility at 518 Salmon Brook Street (I zone). The meeting will also include action on the minutes from September 9, 2025, discussion of the November meeting date, and staff reports.

• Special Permit for ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road, R2A zone (postponed to Oct 28)
• Special Permit for ground‑mount solar array at 123R Case Street, R4A zone
• Site Plan Modification to amend landscaping plan at 508 Salmon Brook Street, I zone
• Special Permit for Special Event Facility at 518 Salmon Brook Street, I zone
• Action on minutes of September 9, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The agenda for the Granby Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on October 14, 2025 consists solely of a legal notice advertisement. No rezoning, contract, ordinance, fee change, or public hearing items are listed. Therefore no decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to consider special permits for ground-mount solar arrays and a special event facility. The commission will also review minutes from the September meeting and receive updates from the POCD Committee.

• Review minutes from September 9, 2025
• Public hearing for ground-mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road
• Public hearing for ground-mount solar array at 123R Case Street
• Public hearing for special event facility at 518 Salmon Brook Street
• Public hearing for site plan modification at 508 Salmon Brook Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three applications: a special permit for a ground‑mount solar array at 123R Case Street, a site‑plan modification for 508 Salmon Brook Street, and a special‑event facility permit at 518 Salmon Brook Street with operating conditions. Each approval passed unanimously with a 7‑0‑0 vote. The commission also approved the September 9, 2025 minutes (6‑0‑1) and set dates for a special meeting and a public input session.

• Approved special permit for ground‑mount solar array at 123R Case Street (7‑0‑0)
• Approved site‑plan modification for 508 Salmon Brook Street (7‑0‑0)
• Approved special permit for event facility at 518 Salmon Brook Street, with conditions (7‑0‑0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes as presented (6‑0‑1)
• Scheduled special PZC meeting for Oct 28, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• Announced public input session for POCD Committee on Nov 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Conservation Commission

The Granby Conservation Commission will review and approve the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners will continue the farm lease conversation and discuss energy conservation and renewables on town property. Additional agenda items include composting, the Plan of Conservation & Development, and open space matters.

• Review and approval of the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Continued farm lease conversation
• Energy conservation & renewables on town property
• Composting
• Plan of Conservation & Development

The commission approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. Chair Kara Marshall will schedule a joint meeting with the Agricultural Commission to discuss farm‑lease recommendations. Kent McCord will issue a Request for Proposals for new solar installations on the public works garage after the prior proposal was withdrawn. The planned composting presentation was postponed and will be rescheduled for the spring.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Chair Kara Marshall will schedule a joint meeting with the Agricultural Commission on farm‑lease issues
• Kent McCord will issue an RFP for additional solar proposals for the public works garage
• CSW Energy withdrew its solar proposal for the public works garage
• Composting presentation postponed; will be rescheduled for spring

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will review and approve minutes from September, discuss a final report on a community analysis study, and consider state-requested policy approvals for collection development and displays. The board will also receive updates on library expansion and renovation plans from the Town Manager.

• Approval of September 8, 2025 minutes
• Campaign Counsel Final Report on Community Analysis Study
• Library Expansion and Renovation Updates
• State Requested Policy Approvals (Collection, Reconsideration, Display, Program)
• Fundraising Planning

The Granby Library Board approved the September 8, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The board also approved four updated library policies (collection development, reconsideration form, display and bulletin board, program) with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved updated library policies (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Commission on Aging

The Granby Commission on Aging's regular meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed at this time.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will vote on the minutes from September 10, consider a permit request to repair a driveway and natural stone retaining walls at 230 Granville Road, and review a bond reduction request for the 188 Day Street subdivision. The commission will also hear requests for review of erosion restoration at 170 North Granby and pond maintenance at 2 Silver Brook Lane, and conduct a show cause hearing for unpermitted activity at 142R and 186 Case Street. Agent reports will cover permit modifications for 188 Day Street, a shed at 361 Salmon Brook Street, and a shed addition at 15 Indian Hill Drive.

• Permit approval for repairs to driveway and retaining walls at 230 Granville Road (N. LaBrecque)
• Bond reduction request for the 188 Day Street 7‑lot subdivision
• Request for Review of erosion restoration at 170 North Granby (J. Coward)
• Request for Review of pond maintenance and leveler at 2 Silver Brook Lane (T. Proctor)
• Show Cause Hearing for unpermitted activity at 142R and 186 Case Street (M. Reale)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will consider permit requests for driveway repairs and pond maintenance. The body will also hold a show cause hearing regarding activity conducted without a permit at Case Street.

• Permit request for driveway and retaining wall repairs at 230 Granville Road
• Show cause hearing for activity without a permit at 142R and 186 Case Street
• Bond reduction request for 188 Day Street Subdivision
• Request for review for farm field restoration at 170 North Granby
• Request for review for pond maintenance and leveler installation at 2 Silver Brook Lane

The commission approved the September 10, 2025 minutes with a correction to agenda item 4c. It approved a permit for driveway and retaining wall repairs at 230 Granville Road. It reduced the bond for the 188 Day Street subdivision from $8,000 to $5,000. It upheld an Enforcement Order for 142R and 186 Case Street, requiring submission of documentation by Dec 3, 2025.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes with amendment (5-0-0)
• Approved 230 Granville Road repair permit (5-0-0)
• Reduced bond for 188 Day Street subdivision to $5,000 (5-0-0)
• Upheld Enforcement Order for 142R and 186 Case Street with amendment (5-0-0)
• Approved permit for 361 Salmon Brook Street shed (Agent approval)
• Approved permit for 15 Indian Hill Drive shed addition (Agent approval)
• Approved permit for 188 Day Street subdivision modifications (Agent approval)
• Approved permit for 2 Silver Brook Lane pond maintenance (Agent approval)

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission regular meeting scheduled for October 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2025.

Park & Recreation Board

The Granby Park & Recreation Board will approve the minutes from its prior meeting. It will discuss progress on the Fee/Use Pricing Policy draft and the status of inquiries to the Town Manager and Public Works. The board will consider a recommendation for a fund appropriation and receive input from staff before concluding with a roundtable discussion.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Fee/Use Pricing Policy Draft – progress and next steps
• Status on inquiries to Town Manager and Public Works
• Recommendation for fund appropriation
• Input from staff

The board approved the September 2, 2025 special meeting minutes. The fee/use/pricing policy discussion was tabled until the next meeting. The board voted 4‑1 (one abstention) to use the Recreation Fund to cover a $6,563.69 shortfall for the band shell ramp project.

• Approved September 2, 2025 Special Meeting minutes (motion by V. Eastwood, seconded by G. Dion)
• Tabled Fee/Use/Pricing Policy discussion until next meeting (motion by Chairman McGovern)
• Approved use of Recreation Fund for $6,563.69 shortfall on band shell ramp (4-1 abstention, motion by G. Dion, seconded by V. Eastwood)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:31 p.m. (motion by S. Litchfield, seconded by J. Barry)

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will meet to approve minutes from September, issue proclamations for local officials, and consider resolutions for library grants and a new special grant fund account. The meeting will also include a Town Manager report and an executive session.

• Approval of Board of Selectman Regular Meeting Minutes - September 15, 2025
• Proclamation for Past Lost Acres Fire Chief John Horr, Jr.
• Proclamation for Granby Police Chief Scott M. Sansom
• Approval of Library Grant - Transforming Communities
• Approval of Library Grant - Cox Foundation

The Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to establish a Special Grants Fund for tracking grant money under $50,000. They also approved a resolution naming the Town Manager, Treasurer, and Director of Finance as authorized to open and manage bank accounts. The Board directed town administration to apply for a $20,000 Transforming Communities library grant and a $250,000 Cox Foundation library grant. Finally, they adopted a resolution supporting the Granby Artists Association’s 25th‑anniversary celebration.

• Approved resolution establishing Special Grants Fund (5-0-0)
• Approved resolution designating Town Manager, Treasurer, Director of Finance to open bank accounts (5-0-0)
• Directed town to apply for $20,000 Transforming Communities library grant (5-0-0)
• Directed town to apply for $250,000 Cox Foundation library grant (5-0-0)
• Approved resolution supporting 25th anniversary of Granby Artists Association (5-0-0)
• Approved September 15, 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee will review the Town Manager’s 10‑Year Capital Plan report and an overview of the town bonding process, including capital thresholds and timeframes. It will also hear a Board of Education presentation on capital priorities for Granby Fields, the Turf Field project, and new options for the Granby Memorial High School track field. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Town Manager's 10‑Year Capital Plan Report Compilation Background
• Town Bonding Process Overview – capital thresholds and bonding timeframes
• Board of Education presentation – capital priorities for Granby Fields
• Granby Turf Field 2025 project documents
• Granby Memorial High School track field new options – budget documents

The Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting by a 5‑0‑0 vote. No other actions were approved; the committee then adjourned the meeting by a unanimous 5‑0‑0 vote. The session included presentations on the town’s capital plan and school district priorities but no project approvals were made.

• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will review and discuss plan recommendations, implementation priorities, and the boundary of the plan area. It will consider finalizing the Granby Center plan and outline future steps. The meeting also includes action on the August 20, 2025 minutes and setting action items for the next meeting, followed by a public session for community input.

• Review and discuss plan recommendations and implementation priorities
• Discuss boundary of the Granby Center plan area
• Discuss plan finalization and future steps
• Action on August 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public session for community input

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It agreed to extend the Granby Center Zone boundary north along the west side of Salmon Brook Street to the high school, adding 280 Salmon Brook Street and 10 Hungary Road. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to extend Granby Center Zone boundary north to the high school, including 280 Salmon Brook Street and 10 Hungary Road
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 23, 2025, has been cancelled.

Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee

The Granby Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Committee will meet to review the current POCD and related state statute requirements. Members will discuss the timeline and process for updating the plan, as well as the data, maps, and other information needed. The meeting will conclude with identification of action items for the next session.

• Overview of Current POCD and State Statute Requirements
• Discuss Timeline and Process
• Discuss Data, Maps, and Other Information Needed
• Action Items for the Next Meeting

The Granby POCD Committee discussed the upcoming 2026 plan timeline, data updates, and public outreach. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote of 11-0-0.

• Adjourned meeting (vote 11-0-0)

Board of Finance

The Board voted 5-0-0 to approve the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting. It then voted 5-0-0 to adjourn the September 22, 2025 session. No other actions or approvals were taken.

• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Adjourned the September 22, 2025 meeting (5-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Craig Owen’s request for a front‑yard variance to build a 21‑by‑15‑foot addition at 85 Wells Road. The board will consider granting a 40‑foot variance of the required 50‑foot front‑yard setback in the R30 zone. The meeting also includes routine items such as seating alternates and approving the minutes of the July 15, 2025 meeting.

• Appeal by Craig Owen seeking a front‑yard variance of Zoning Regulation Section 5.1 to construct a 21’ × 15’ addition; 85 Wells Road
• Action on the minutes of July 15, 2025
• Seating of alternates, if applicable
• Call to order
• Adjournment

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided document is a legal notice advertisement order and does not contain a meeting agenda. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Craig Owen. Owen seeks a front‑yard variance of Zoning Regulation Section 5.1 to build a 21‑foot by 15‑foot addition at 85 Wells Road. The Board will also act on the minutes from July 15, 2025, consider applications that have completed public hearings, and receive commissioner reports.

• Appeal by Craig Owen for a front‑yard variance (Section 5.1) for a 21’ x 15’ addition at 85 Wells Road
• Action on the minutes of the July 15, 2025 meeting
• Consideration of applications where the Board has concluded the public hearing
• Commissioner reports and correspondence
• Seating of alternates, if applicable

The Zoning Board approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0‑2 vote. It then granted Craig Owen a 7‑foot front‑yard variance to build a 21 × 15‑foot addition at 85 Wells Road, voting 5‑0‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:07 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (3-0-2)
• Granted 7‑ft front‑yard variance for 85 Wells Road addition (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (5-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to review the 10-Year Town and Board of Education Capital Plan for approval and forwarding to the CPPAC. The board will also review FY26 departmental work plans and the August budget report.

• Approval of 10-Year Town and BOE Capital Plan
• Review of FY26 Consolidated Departmental Work Plans
• August Budget Report
• Town Manager's Project Report

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting. It also unanimously approved the Town and Board of Education 10-Year Capital Plan and voted to forward the plan to the Capital Planning and Policy Advisory Committee (CPPAC). The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 2 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved Town and Board of Education 10-Year Capital Plan and forwarded to CPPAC (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Granby Board of Assessment Appeals has set four special meeting dates for 2025. The meetings will take place at Granby Town Hall, 15 North Granby Road. No other agenda items are listed.

• Saturday, March 8, 2025 – 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
• Monday, March 10, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Thursday, March 13, 2025 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, September 11, 2025 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Board of Assessment Appeals reviewed five motor‑vehicle appeals. It kept the assessments unchanged for four vehicles and revised the assessment for a 2023 Tesla Model Y to $29,230. No other actions were taken.

• Assessment for Stephen DuBois 2002 Infinity QX4 remains $4,980
• Assessment for Jeffrey Guild Lake 2023 Tesla Model Y changed to $29,230
• Assessment for Megan McCue 2001 Buick Regal remains $3,200
• Assessment for Robert Gallion 2002 Volkswagen Beetle remains $2,690
• Assessment for Robert Gallion 2010 Chrysler Town & Country remains $4,070

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board will discuss grant requirements for collecting data on vaping and other prevention concerns. It will also consider a timeline for a crash demonstration project with a local school for the 2025‑26 school year. Additionally, sector reports from the Youth Advisory Council, YMCA, schools, and recreation will be presented.

• Grant requirements: data collection on vaping and prevention concerns
• Timeline for crash demonstration project with school for possible 2025/26 work plan
• Sector report from Youth Advisory Council (YAC)
• Sector report from YMCA
• Sector reports from schools and recreation

The advisory board voted to change its meeting schedule to four quarterly meetings, meeting grant requirements. All members voted Aye, so the motion passed. The board then adjourned the meeting at 5:00 p.m.

• Approved shift to quarterly meetings (all members Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all members Aye)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will consider permit requests for public and private property improvements. The body will also review agent reports regarding a building modification and a failed motion for a commercial project.

• 215 Salmon Brook Street: Town of Granby request for a walkway/ramp and concrete block wall
• 230 Granville Road: N. LaBrecque request for driveway and stone retaining wall repairs
• 10R Eric Drive: Agent approval for a 10’x 45’ overhang addition to a Morton building
• 8 East Granby Road: Failed motion to approve a 6,796 sq. ft. AutoZone commercial building

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will consider permit requests for a walkway at Salmon Brook Park and driveway repairs on Granville Road. The body will also review an agent report regarding a building modification on Eric Drive.

• 215 Salmon Brook Street: Permit request for a walkway/ramp and concrete block wall
• 230 Granville Road: Permit request for driveway and stone retaining wall repairs
• 10R Eric Drive: Permit modification for a 10’x 45’ overhang addition
• 8 East Granby Road: Note of failed motion to approve a 6,796 sq. ft. commercial building

The commission approved the August 13 minutes unanimously. It approved the permit to build a walkway and ramp at 215 Salmon Brook Street with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The 230 Granville Road driveway repair application was continued to the next meeting. A motion to approve a commercial building at 8 East Granby Road failed, resulting in a denial of that application.

• Approved August 13 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved 215 Salmon Brook St walkway/ramp permit (6-0-0)
• Continued 230 Granville Rd driveway repair application to next meeting
• Denied 8 East Granby Rd commercial building (motion failed)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street and a zoning amendment for event spaces. The body will also consider a request from the Granby Land Trust regarding open space for Silver Street properties.

• Public hearing for 7-lot subdivision 'Breezy Meadow' at 188 Day Street (File P-1-25)
• Proposed zoning amendment to Section 3.8 Industrial Zone to allow Event Space by Special Permit (File Z-15-25)
• Special Permit modification for a garage overhang at 10R Eric Drive
• Request by Granby Land Trust to accept dedicated open space for 120, 126, and 132 Silver Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission agenda for September 9, 2025 lists a legal notice advertisement. The notice will run as a one‑column, black‑and‑white ad on August 29 and September 5, 2025, with a gross price of $112.52 (agency commission not included). No rezoning, contract, ordinance, or other policy items are included in this agenda.

• One‑column ad (size: 1 Column) scheduled for two runs
• Run dates: Friday, August 29, 2025 and Friday, September 5, 2025
• Black‑and‑white (B/W) format, full‑run zone
• Gross price $112.52; agency commission not included
• Order ID 7862833

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission will act on the minutes from July 22, 2025, and hold public hearings on several applications. It will consider a 7‑lot subdivision (Breezy Meadow) at 188 Day Street, an amendment to the Industrial Zone regulations to allow event space, a special permit modification for a garage overhang at 10R Eric Drive, and a request from Granby Land Trust to accept dedicated open space instead of a fee‑in‑lieu for 120, 126 and 132 Silver Street. The meeting also includes a staff report on upcoming CRCOG Fall Housing Workshops.

• Application for a 7‑lot subdivision (Breezy Meadow) at 188 Day Street, R30 and R50 Zones (File P-1-25)
• Amendment to Zoning Regulations Section 3.8 Industrial Zone to add Section 3.8.2.19 for event space (File Z-15-25)
• Modification of a Special Permit for a garage over 1,000 sq ft to add an overhang at 10R Eric Drive, R30 Zone
• Granby Land Trust request to accept dedicated open space instead of fee‑in‑lieu for 120, 126 and 132 Silver Street
• Staff report on CRCOG Fall Housing Workshops scheduled for 9/24 and 10/16

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Breezy Meadow 7‑lot subdivision at 188 Day Street, adding several development conditions. It also accepted dedicated open space in lieu of a fee‑in‑lieu for three Silver Street parcels, and approved a zoning amendment to allow special event facilities in the Industrial Zone. Additionally, the commission appointed Ellen Whitlow to the POCD Committee and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Amended agenda to add Agricultural Commission member appointment (7-0-0)
• Accepted dedicated open space instead of fee‑in‑lieu for 120, 126, 132 Silver Street (6-0-0)
• Approved 7‑lot Breezy Meadow subdivision at 188 Day Street with conditions (7-0-0)
• Approved amendment to Industrial Zone to add Event Space use (7-0-0)
• Approved garage overhang special permit modification at 10R Eric Drive (7-0-0)
• Appointed Ellen Whitlow of the Agricultural Commission to the POCD Committee (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Granby Conservation Commission will convene to review meeting minutes and discuss a continued conversation regarding a farm lease. The agenda includes topics on energy conservation, composting, and the Plan of Conservation & Development.

• Review and Approval of August 12, 2025 Meeting Minutes
• Continued Farm Lease Conversation
• Energy Conservation & Renewables on Town Property
• Composting
• Plan of Conservation & Development

The commission lacked a quorum, so the August 12 minutes were not approved and will be revisited at the October 14 meeting. The farm‑lease discussion with the Agricultural Commission was tabled until after the Open Farm Day event. A composting presentation scheduled for September 16 was postponed to spring due to illness. The first Conservation and Development plan meeting was set for September 23 and the October agenda will repeat September's topics.

• Quorum not present; August 12 minutes not approved
• Farm‑lease conversation tabled until after Open Farm Day
• Composting presentation postponed to spring
• First Conservation and Development plan meeting scheduled for September 23
• October 14 agenda will repeat September agenda
• Committee agreed to explore clerical support options

Development Commission

The Development Commission will meet to review land use applications and the Granby Center Advisory Committee. Members will discuss the current economic climate and real estate activity. The meeting also includes information on CRCOG Fall Housing Workshops scheduled for September 24 and October 16.

• Land Use Application Update
• Granby Center Advisory Committee Update
• Discussion of economic climate and real estate
• CRCOG Fall Housing Workshops (9/24 and 10/16)

The Development Commission voted 5-0-1 to approve the minutes of the June 25, 2025 meeting. No other actions or approvals were taken; the remaining agenda items were informational updates. The meeting adjourned at 8:17 PM.

• Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will meet to approve minutes from June 2025, hear the director’s report, and discuss a community analysis update and required state policy changes. No formal decisions are scheduled.

The Library Board voted 9-0-0 to approve the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. Later, the Board voted 9-0-0 to adjourn the September 8, 2025 meeting at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (9-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 p.m. (9-0-0)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review the director’s report, including updates on the Senior/Youth Center and the CHIP and Kearns projects. They will also discuss changes to the program guide, the DME Loan Closet, and community services. The meeting is primarily procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Director’s report on Senior/Youth Center updates
• CHIP and Kearns Project updates
• DME Loan Closet discussion
• Program Guide Changes
• Community Services review

The commission voted 6‑0‑1 to approve the June 9, 2025 minutes. Later, a unanimous 7‑0‑0 motion adjourned the meeting at 10:48 a.m.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss and potentially approve a 10-year contract consolidation for police department equipment including cameras, Tasers, and software. They will also review a memorandum of agreement for a school resource officer program. The meeting includes reports from the town manager and first selectman, as well as updates on personnel rules and a parks study.

• Police Dept. Axon Contract Consolidation - 10-year contract for cameras, Tasers, storage, and software
• Board And Town Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) For School Resource Officer
• Approval of Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting Minutes - August 18, 2025
• Acknowledge Resignation - Ali Zafar, Board of Education
• Appointment - Jessica Diglio-Tsaptsinos, Board of Education

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the Memorandum of Agreement for a School Resource Officer and the Police Department Axon contract consolidation. It also approved edits to the 2025 Personnel Rules. The Board accepted the resignation of Syed Ali Zafar from the Board of Education and appointed Jessica Diglio Tsaptsinos to fill the vacancy. The minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Approved Board and Town Memorandum of Agreement for School Resource Officer (5-0-0)
• Approved Police Department Axon Contract Consolidation (5-0-0)
• Approved 2025 Personnel Rules edits (5-0-0)
• Accepted resignation of Syed Ali Zafar from Board of Education (5-0-0)
• Appointed Jessica Diglio Tsaptsinos to Board of Education (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from August 18, 2025 meeting (5-0-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Granby Park & Recreation Board holds a special meeting to discuss the status of the Parks Master Plan, progress on a fee/use/pricing policy, and receive input from staff and board members. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Parks Master Plan – status only
• Fee/Use/Pricing Policy – progress and next steps

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the August 12 special meeting minutes, noting two abstentions. The board then adjourned the meeting at 8:24 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 12 special meeting minutes (motion by G. Dion, seconded by J. Barry, two abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by S. Litchfield, seconded by F. Armentano)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 27, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2025.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance regular meeting scheduled for August 25, 2025 was cancelled by Chairman Michael Guarco, Jr. The next regular meeting is set for September 22, 2025.

Granby America 250 Committee

The Granby America 250 Committee will meet to review proposed events, discuss the budget, and plan fundraising for the 250th anniversary celebration. The meeting is procedural with no concrete decisions scheduled.

The Granby America 250 Committee approved the previous meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. Members discussed a series of proposed July 4th 2026 events but did not vote on any. Several members volunteered to organize specific activities and to explore fundraising sources. The next meeting is set for September 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Mark Neumann agreed to organize the picnic
• Holly Johnson agreed to organize the lecture series
• Cheryl and Bob King agreed to meet with the High School Civic department chair
• Dave Roberts agreed to work on the time capsule
• American Legion Post 182 agreed to marshal the parade

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is holding a special meeting to coordinate the Open Farm Day event. The body will discuss event logistics and review specific promotional expenses.

• Approval of $5,700 for inserts from The Drummer
• Review of costs for 1,000 postcards
• Discussion of posters and sandwich boards
• Review of Instagram and Facebook ad expenses
• Planning of signs and logistics for Open Farm Day

The commission approved the minutes from the June and July meetings (vote 4-0-1). It then approved several Open Farm Day expenses, including up to $1,200 for printing inserts, $340 for postcards and signs, up to $100 for social‑media ad reimbursement, and up to $120 for additional maps (all votes 6-0-0). The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

• Approved June and July meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved up to $1,200 to Reminder for printing 5,700 inserts (6-0-0)
• Approved $340 to Signs Plus for postcards, sandwich boards and posters (6-0-0)
• Approved up to $100 to Rachel Antonucci for Instagram and Facebook ad reimbursement (6-0-0)
• Approved up to $120 for additional farm‑stop maps (6-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss a draft plan for the Granby Center area. The committee will also take action on previous meeting minutes and outline items for the next meeting. A public session is scheduled.

• Review and discuss draft plan for Granby Center
• Action on July 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Action items for next meeting
• Public session

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from July 30, 2025. The upcoming meeting was cancelled and the next regular meeting was scheduled for September 24, 2025. BFJ was tasked with revising the draft plan based on tonight's suggestions. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Approved July 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled next week's meeting (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 24, 2025
• Assigned BFJ to revise draft plan and incorporate suggestions
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for August 19, 2025. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting due to the cancellation.

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting to approve grant fund applications for the Local Prevention Council, Pomeroy Brace Library, and Town Clerk’s historical preservation, as well as review edits to the Holcomb Farm lease agreement. The meeting will also include routine approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from the Town Manager and First Selectman.

• Review Holcomb Farm lease edits for 87 Simsbury Road
• Approve Local Prevention Council grant fund application
• Approve Pomeroy Brace FY 26 grant fund application for Cossitt Library
• Approve Town Clerk’s State of Connecticut historical grant application and use
• Approve minutes from August 4, 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting

The Board unanimously approved the amended Holcomb Farm Lease and Use Agreement, adding 87 Simsbury Road and directing the Town Manager to execute it. It also authorized the town to apply for three grants—a $3,020.21 Local Prevention Council grant, a $28,000 Pomeroy Brace library grant, and a $5,000 historic documents preservation grant—and to appropriate the $5,000 grant amount in the FY 2026 budget. All motions passed with a 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved amended Holcomb Farm Lease and Use Agreement, directing Town Manager to execute (6-0-0)
• Directed application for $3,020.21 Local Prevention Council grant and approved potential expenditure (6-0-0)
• Directed Friends of Granby Public Libraries to apply for $28,000 Pomeroy Brace grant and approved use of funds for Cossitt Library repairs (6-0-0)
• Authorized application for $5,000 Historic Documents Preservation grant, amended FY2026 budget by $5,000, and authorized contracts (6-0-0)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will continue a public hearing regarding a proposed AutoZone commercial building. The body will also review several permit requests for residential and town projects within regulated areas.

• Public hearing for a 6,796 sq. ft. commercial building at 8 East Granby Road (AutoZone, Inc.)
• Permit request for a ground-mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Hills Road
• Permit request for an access drive and parking lot at 175 Salmon Brook Street
• Permit request for a 648 sq. ft. inground pool at 15 Indian Hill Drive
• Permit request for a walkway/ramp and concrete block wall at 215 Salmon Brook Street

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a regular meeting to act on minutes, review permit requests for projects including a ground-mount solar array, sports court, swimming pool, and commercial building, and consider a request to repair a footbridge. Public hearings and reports from agents and commissioners are also on the agenda.

• 129 Barn Door Hills Road — ground-mount solar array permit request (continued from 7/9/25)
• 175 Salmon Brook Street — access drive and parking lot permit request (to be received)
• 17 Harness Way — 880 sq. ft. multi-purpose sports court permit request (to be received)
• 15 Indian Hill Drive — 648 sq. ft. inground swimming pool permit request (to be received)
• 8 East Granby Road — AutoZone commercial building demolition and construction permit application (hearing continued from 7/9/25)

The commission approved the July 9, 2025 minutes and a ground‑mount solar array at 129 Barn Door Road. It delegated three permit applications (175 Salmon Brook St, 17 Harness Way, 15 Indian Hill Dr) to the IWWC Agent and approved a footbridge repair at 253 Loomis St as an as‑of‑right activity. The commission also approved the AutoZone commercial building project at 8 East Granby Road despite a split vote, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved 129 Barn Door Rd solar array permit (6-0-0)
• Delegated 175 Salmon Brook St access drive permit to IWWC Agent (6-0-0)
• Delegated 17 Harness Way sports court permit to IWWC Agent (6-0-0)
• Delegated 15 Indian Hill Dr swimming pool permit to IWWC Agent (6-0-0)
• Approved 253 Loomis St footbridge repair as as‑of‑right (6-0-0)
• Approved AutoZone 8 East Granby Rd commercial building (2-3-1)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Agricultural Commission

The regular meeting of the Agricultural Commission scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2020.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to continue discussions regarding farm leases, energy conservation, and composting. The body will also review the Index of Wetlands as per CGS 7-131A.

• Continued Farm Lease Conversation
• Energy Conservation
• Composting
• CGS 7-131A (Index of Wetlands, etc.)

The Conservation Commission approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes without change, with a unanimous vote. Members agreed to rotate minute‑taking duties, assigning David to the August minutes and Kent to the September minutes. Several action items were assigned: Will will request an inventory of town‑owned agricultural parcels; Kara will check timelines for energy‑efficiency programs; Kent will follow up on energy data and utility‑upgrade costs for the garage solar array; Will will submit a composting outreach article and schedule a library presentation. The commission set agenda topics for the September 8, 2025 meeting.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to rotate minute‑taking: David to take August minutes, Kent to take September minutes
• Will to request list of town‑owned agricultural properties from assessor’s office
• Kara to check timelines of energy‑efficiency and audit programs
• Kent to check with Eversource on energy data and utility‑upgrade costs for garage solar array
• Will to submit composting article for September Drummer and schedule library presentation
• Commission to discuss composting campaign further at September meeting

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board is holding a special meeting to review the GZA Final Report. The board will also vote on the approval of meeting minutes from June 3, 2025.

• Review of GZA Final Report
• Approval of June 3, 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the meeting minutes after a motion by Greg Dion and a second by Jared Barry. Chairman McGovern will draft the board's recommendations from the GZA study and send them to the Board of Selectmen. The meeting was adjourned following a motion by Jared Barry, seconded by Greg Dion.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by G. Dion, seconded by J. Barry)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by J. Barry, seconded by G. Dion)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review three finance items and a job description for a Police Department Management Assistant. The body will also act on appointments for the Board of Education and the Agricultural Commission.

• Appointment of Ann Townsend Woods to the Board of Education
• Appointment of Martha Anne Lacrosse to the Agricultural Commission
• Approval of Police Department Management Assistant/Accreditation job description
• Three finance items for board consideration and action
• Granby America 250 Proclamation

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved several financial actions, including large budget transfers and amendments, and accepted key appointments to town commissions and the Board of Education. It also adopted the Granby America 250 proclamation and approved an updated police management assistant job description.

• Approved July 7, 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved July 7, 2025 WPCA Special Meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Accepted resignation of Board of Education member Karen Richmond‑Godard (5-0-0)
• Appointed Martha A. LaCrosse to Agricultural Commission (5-0-0)
• Appointed Ann T. Woods to Board of Education (5-0-0)
• Approved FY 2025‑26 budget transfers: $299,500 account shift, $34,000 wage settlements, $300,000 to Small Capital Fund, and withheld $300,000 state grant (5-0-0)
• Approved budget amendment adding $3,000 grant and reallocating interfund loans to Capital Equipment/Improvement Fund (5-0-0)
• Approved Granby America 250 proclamation and updated Police Management Assistant job description (5-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review and discuss a draft plan. The session includes a public comment period and action on previous meeting minutes.

• Review and discussion of Draft Plan
• Action on July 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The advisory committee approved the minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also voted unanimously to hold a special meeting on August 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. No other actions were decided at this session.

• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for Aug 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will review and discuss a draft plan for the town center. Members are evaluating the level of detail provided by consultants BFJ, specifically regarding zoning, pedestrian connectivity, and green space.

• Review of draft plan for the town center
• Discussion of outer boundaries for the town center zone
• Review of Land Use Recommendations in section 4.1
• Evaluation of building coverage and proposed zoning maps provided by Terri-Ann Hahn

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review the preliminary General Fund estimate for fiscal year 2024-25. The board is also considering budget amendments for interfund loans and a community fund grant.

• Budget amendment for interfund loans
• Budget amendment for Granby Together Community Fund Grant for smoke alarms
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Transfer of Accounts Revised
• Preliminary General Fund Estimate for FY 2024-25
• Board of Education June 2025 budget expense report

The Board approved the FY26 budget amendments moving two interfund loans into the general fund, with a 6‑0‑0 vote. It also approved a $3,000 grant amendment for the smoke‑alarm program, authorized account transfers per the finance director’s memo, and adopted the minutes from the May 27 meeting.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved budget amendments for interfund loans (6-0-0)
• Approved $3,000 grant amendment for smoke‑alarm program (6-0-0)
• Authorized fiscal year‑end account transfers (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission is deciding on several applications, including a 7-lot subdivision on Day Street and special permits for earth excavation and a restaurant. The commission is also considering a site plan modification for a recycling station at Stop & Shop. The meeting includes public hearings and discussions on various applications.

• 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street
• Special Permit for earth excavation at 67/87/95B Notch Road
• Restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street
• Recycling station at 124 Salmon Brook Street
• Earth excavation permit renewal at 536 Salmon Brook Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to conduct a continued public hearing regarding a subdivision application. The body will also review minutes from the July 8 meeting and receive new applications.

• Public hearing for Breezy Meadow 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street (File P-1-25)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the July 8, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0‑2 vote. The commission granted an extension of the public hearing for the Breezy Meadow 7‑lot subdivision, moving it to the September 9, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously (7‑0‑0).

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Extended public hearing for Breezy Meadow subdivision to Sep 9, 2025 (applicant agreed)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen regular meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been cancelled by First Selectman Mark H. Fiorentino. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2025.

Granby America 250 Committee

The Granby America 250 Committee will meet to swear in members and complete intake forms. The body will also discuss proposed events and determine action items for the next meeting.

• Swearing in of committee members
• Discussion on proposed events

The Granby America 250 Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes with a revision on the number of colonies by unanimous vote. The committee elected Mark Neumann as chairman, also unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was approved.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Mark Neumann as chairman (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:42 p.m. (motion passed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider two variance requests. The board will decide if applicants can bypass specific zoning regulations for a solar installation and a garage expansion.

• Appeal by Brendan Foley for a variance to install a 1,250 square foot free-standing solar array at 123R Case Street
• Appeal by Salvatore Tanasi for a side yard variance to build a 30’ x 20’ addition to a detached garage at 33 Strong Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided document contains only advertising invoices for legal notices and does not list any specific agenda items, motions, or discussion topics for the meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two property variance requests. The board will also act on the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting.

• Variance request for a 1,250 square foot free-standing solar array at 123R Case Street
• Side yard variance request for a 30’ x 20’ detached garage addition at 33 Strong Road

The board approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes with a 2‑0‑2 vote. It granted Brendan Foley a 662‑sq‑ft variance to install a 1,250‑sq‑ft free‑standing solar array at 123R Case Street, voting 4‑0‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m. with a 4‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0-2)
• Granted 662‑sq‑ft variance for 1,250‑sq‑ft solar array at 123R Case Street (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (4-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to review and discuss a draft plan. The session includes a public comment period.

• Review and discussion of Draft Plan
• Action on May 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The Granby Center Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The members concluded that the draft town‑center plan addresses all items requested in the RFP, though it lacks some expected detail. Action items were assigned for the next meeting, including a request for additional documents from BFJ and preparation to discuss outer town‑center boundaries and land‑use recommendations.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Concluded draft plan covers all RFP areas (decision)
• Assigned Abby Kenyon to request additional documents from BFJ
• Tasked members to prepare to discuss outer town‑center boundaries at next meeting
• Planned to begin discussion on Section 4.1 Land Use Recommendations at next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (motion by M. Fiorentino, seconded by M. Schwager)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will conduct public hearings and review permit requests for commercial and residential site work. The body is deciding on permits for construction and modifications within regulated areas.

• Public hearing for 8 East Granby Road to demolish structures and build a 6,796 sq. ft. commercial building
• Public hearing for 15 Peck Orchard Road to modify a permit for a brook crossing and driveway
• Permit request for 7 Juniper Drive to place a 392 sq. ft. prefabricated shed
• Permit request for 129 Barn Door Hills Road to install a ground-mount solar array
• Agent approval for 170 Silver Street to place a 288 sq. ft. prefabricated garage

The commission approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. They voted to continue the public hearing on the 8 East Granby Road AutoZone project to the next meeting. They approved the modified permit for the 15 Peck Orchard Road bridge crossing, adding a condition that photographs of ground cover be submitted before and after work. They also approved a permit for a prefabricated shed at 7 Juniper Drive and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (4-0-3)
• Continued public hearing for 8 East Granby Road AutoZone project (6-0-0)
• Approved modified permit for 15 Peck Orchard Road bridge crossing with photo condition (7-0-0)
• Approved prefabricated shed permit at 7 Juniper Drive (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new commercial building and a brook crossing modification. The body will also review permit requests for a prefabricated shed and a solar array.

• Public hearing for 8 East Granby Road: demolish structures and build 6,796 sq. ft. commercial building
• Public hearing for 15 Peck Orchard Road: modify permit for brook crossing and driveway
• Permit request for 7 Juniper Drive: 392 sq. ft. prefabricated shed
• Permit request for 129 Barn Door Hills Road: ground-mount solar array
• Agent approval for 170 Silver Street: 288 sq. ft. prefabricated garage

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The provided document is a legal notice advertisement order and does not contain a meeting agenda. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Agricultural Commission

The commission unanimously added an agenda item to appoint a representative to the Plan of Conservation and Development Commission. Approval of the June meeting minutes was tabled pending corrections. The regular meeting scheduled for August 13 was cancelled and a special meeting will be held on August 20 to finalize Open Farm Day duties. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

• Added agenda item to appoint POCD representative (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of June meeting minutes pending corrections
• Cancelled regular meeting on August 13
• Scheduled special meeting on August 20 to finalize Open Farm Day duties
• Adjourned meeting at 7:55 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for several land-use applications, including a new subdivision and permit renewals for earth excavation. The body will also consider a site plan modification for a recycling station at a local business.

• 7-lot subdivision application (Breezy Meadow) at 188 Day Street
• Special Permit renewal for earth excavation at 67/87/95B Notch Road
• Special Permit for a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street, Unit H
• Special Permit renewal for earth excavation at 536 Salmon Brook Street
• Site Plan Modification for a 160 square foot recycling station at 124 Salmon Brook Street (Stop and Shop)

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Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for a 7-lot subdivision and three special permit renewals or requests. The body will also consider a site plan modification for a recycling station at a local business.

• 7-lot subdivision application for 188 Day Street (File P-1-25)
• Special Permit renewal for earth excavation at 67/87/95B Notch Road (File Z-11-25)
• Special Permit for a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street, Unit H (File Z-13-25)
• Special Permit renewal for earth excavation at 536 Salmon Brook Street (File Z-14-25)
• Site Plan Modification for a 160 square foot recycling station at Stop and Shop, 124 Salmon Brook Street (File Z-12-25)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a 160‑sq‑ft recycling station at Stop & Shop and granted a special permit for a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street with specific conditions. It also renewed special permits for earth excavation at Notch Road and Salmon Brook Street, each with conditions. The commission appointed members and co‑chairs to the Conservation and Development Committee.

• Approved site plan modification for 160‑sq‑ft recycling station at 124 Salmon Brook St (6‑0‑0)
• Approved special permit for restaurant serving alcohol at 9 Bank St, Unit H, with conditions (7‑0‑0)
• Approved renewal of special permit for earth excavation at 67/87/95B Notch Road, with conditions (7‑0‑0)
• Approved renewal of special permit for earth excavation at 536 Salmon Brook St, with conditions (7‑0‑0)
• Appointed six members to POCD Committee (Peggy Chapple, Ken Kuhl, Christine Chinni, Mark Lockwood, Brennan Sheahan, James Szipszky) (7‑0‑0)
• Appointed four members to POCD Committee (Ken Rohde, Bill Ross, Mark Kennedy, Jean Donihee‑Perron) (7‑0‑0)
• Appointed Christine Chinni and Mark Lockwood as Co‑Chairs of POCD Committee (7‑0‑0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to continue discussions regarding a farm lease. The body will also address energy conservation, composting, and the index of wetlands.

• Continued farm lease conversation
• Energy conservation discussion
• Composting discussion
• CGS 7-131A (Index of Wetlands, etc.)

The July 8, 2025 Conservation Commission meeting was cancelled due to technical difficulties with the Zoom connection. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

Granby Water Pollution Control Authority

The Granby Water Pollution Control Authority is holding a special meeting to review and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also consider a sewer allocation approval for a specific property.

• Sewer allocation approval for 14 Mill Pond
• Approval of October 21, 2024 Special Meeting minutes
• Approval of May 5, 2025 Public Hearing minutes

The Granby Water Pollution Control Authority approved the minutes from the October 21, 2024 special meeting and the May 5, 2025 public hearing, each by a unanimous 5‑0‑0 vote. It also approved a sewer connection for the commercial building at 14 Mill Pond Drive after confirming capacity, again unanimously. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

• Approved October 21, 2024 WPCA special meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved May 5, 2025 WPCA public hearing minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved sewer connection for commercial building at 14 Mill Pond Drive (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 p.m. (5-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to approve minutes from June 16, 2025. The meeting includes a review of the Town Manager's departmental report for June 2025 regarding projects and financials.

• Approval of June 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Approval of June 16, 2025 Public Hearing Minutes
• Town Manager's Departmental Report for June 2025

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the regular meeting minutes from June 16, 2025. They also unanimously approved the public hearing minutes from June 16, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved regular meeting minutes (June 16, 2025) – vote 5-0-0
• Approved public hearing minutes (June 16, 2025) – vote 5-0-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 5-0-0

Development Commission

The Development Commission will meet to provide updates on the Kearns School Housing Development and land use applications. The body will also discuss the current real estate market and economic climate.

• Update on Kearns School Housing Development
• Land Use Application Update
• Discussion of economic climate and real estate activity
• Selection of Commission representative for POCD Committee

The Development Commission approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0‑1 vote (K. Kuhl abstained). It decided to recommend that K. Kuhl be appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission’s POCD Committee, with M. Brady as a backup. No other actions were taken; the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 12 minutes (vote 4-0-1, K. Kuhl abstained)
• Recommended K. Kuhl for POCD Committee, M. Brady as backup
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 25, 2025, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2025.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will continue public hearings for a new commercial building and site modification at 14 and 18 Mill Pond Drive. The body will also receive new applications for a recycling station and a restaurant serving alcohol.

• Public hearing for a commercial building with outdoor storage at 14 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-7-25)
• Public hearing for a site plan modification at 18 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-8-25)
• Application for a 160 square foot recycling station at 124 Salmon Brook Street (File Z-12-25)
• Application for a restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street, Unit H (File Z-13-25)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will continue public hearings for two properties on Mill Pond Drive. The body will also receive new applications for a recycling station and a restaurant serving alcohol.

• Public hearing for commercial building, sign, and outdoor storage at 14 Mill Pond Drive
• Public hearing for site plan modification for access to abutting lot at 18 Mill Pond Drive
• Application for 160 square foot recycling station at 124 Salmon Brook Street (Stop and Shop)
• Application for special permit for restaurant serving alcoholic beverages at 9 Bank Street, Unit H

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the site plan and special permit for a new commercial building at 14 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-7-25) with a set of conditions, voting 5‑0‑1. It also approved a site‑plan modification for access to the adjacent lot at 18 Mill Pond Drive (File Z‑8‑25) with an easement condition, voting 5‑0‑1. Earlier, the commission adopted the June 10 minutes (4‑0‑2) and adjourned the meeting (6‑0‑0).

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (4-0-2, two abstentions)
• Approved site plan and special permit for 14 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-7-25) (5-0-1, one abstention)
• Approved site‑plan modification for 18 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-8-25) (5-0-1, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 23, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 7, 2025.

Granby America 250 Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss its mission statement and proposed events. The session includes a review of the May 21, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Discussion on Mission Statement
• Discussion on Proposed Events

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. They adopted the proposed mission statement unanimously. They set the next meeting for July 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted mission statement (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Board of Finance scheduled for June 17, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for June 16, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider approvals for the Kearns School housing development and the sale parameters for two town properties. The board is also reviewing a 10-year capital plan and a business plan for the reuse of Holcomb Farm.

• Approval of sale parameters for 83 Salmon Brook Street and 603 Cider Lane
• Approval of Kearns School housing development direction
• Approval of 10-Year Town and BOE Capital Plan
• Ordinance change to make elderly tax benefit filing biannual
• Business plan presentation for Holcomb Farm/United Methodist Church reuse

The Board of Selectmen unanimously accepted Heather Lombardo's resignation from the Granby Agricultural Commission, effective July 1, 2025. The Board also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 regular meeting and the June 2, 2025 public hearing. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted resignation of Heather Lombardo from Agricultural Commission (5-0-0)
• Approved Board of Selectmen regular meeting minutes June 2, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Approved Board of Selectmen public hearing minutes June 2, 2025 (4-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a public hearing to discuss an ordinance change regarding exemptions for elderly and disabled residents. The proposal would change the filing cycle to biannually, or every other year.

• Public hearing on ordinance change for Elderly and Disabled exemptions filing cycle

The Board voted unanimously to waive the full reading of the Legal Call. It also voted unanimously to adjourn the public hearing. No decision was made on the proposed amendment to the tax exemption ordinance for elderly and disabled persons.

• Waived full reading of Legal Call (5-0-0)
• Adjourned public hearing (5-0-0)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review several permit requests for sheds and home improvements. The meeting includes a show cause hearing regarding unregulated activity at 7 Laurel Drive and a discussion on a deck and patio project at 310R Salmon Brook Street.

• Show cause hearing for E. Buckland and J. LaChance at 7 Laurel Drive for activity without a permit
• Permit request for a 392 sq. ft. shed at 7 Juniper Drive
• Permit request for a 200 sq. ft. shed at 11 Brookside Drive
• Permit request for a 160 sq. ft. shed at 24 Heather Lane
• Permit modification for a brook crossing and driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road

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Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Commission will conduct a show cause hearing regarding activity without a permit at 7 Laurel Drive. The body will also review several permit requests for sheds, a deck, and a brook crossing, as well as requests for agricultural maintenance.

• Show cause hearing: 7 Laurel Drive for conducting regulated activity without a permit
• Permit request: 7 Laurel Drive for rear deck, vegetation removal, and septic system replacement
• Permit requests for prefabricated sheds: 24 Heather Lane (160 sq. ft.), 11 Brookside Drive (200 sq. ft.), and 7 Juniper Drive (392 sq. ft.)
• Permit modification: 15 Peck Orchard Road for brook crossing and driveway improvements
• Review requests: 16 Barn Door Hills Road (agricultural maintenance) and 87 Simsbury Road (tree removal)

The commission approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting (4‑0‑0). It upheld an enforcement order for 7 Laurel Drive and accepted the owner’s replanting plan with required amendments (4‑0‑0). The commission approved a permit for a 20’ × 14’ deck, new septic tank and related work at 7 Laurel Drive with conditions (4‑0‑0). It also approved shed permits at 24 Heather Lane and 11 Brookside Drive, scheduled a public hearing for a bridge modification at 15 Peck Orchard Road, and approved two agricultural maintenance requests (each 4‑0‑0).

• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Upheld Enforcement Order and accepted replanting plan for 7 Laurel Drive (4-0-0)
• Approved rear deck, septic tank and related work permit at 7 Laurel Drive with conditions (4-0-0)
• Approved shed permit at 24 Heather Lane (4-0-0)
• Approved shed permit at 11 Brookside Drive (4-0-0)
• Received 15 Peck Orchard Road application and scheduled public hearing (4-0-0)
• Received and approved agricultural maintenance request for 16 Barn Door Hills Road (4-0-0)
• Received and approved tree removal request for 87 Simsbury Road (4-0-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission will meet to appoint a chairperson and review an update to the Right to Farm Ordinance. The body will also discuss a representative for the Plan of Conservation and Development Committee and coordinate Open Farm Day.

• Appointment of Agricultural Commission chairperson
• Right to Farm Ordinance update
• Discussion of representative for Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) Committee
• Open Farm Day checklist and business

The commission unanimously approved the amended May 1, 2025 minutes. A motion by Chairman Lombardo appointed Ellen Whitlow as the new commission chairperson, which was approved by all members. The meeting was then adjourned with unanimous approval.

• Amended May 1, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Ellen Whitlow appointed as Agricultural Commission Chairperson (all approve)
• Meeting adjourned (all approve)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several site plan and special permit applications. The body will also receive new applications for a 7-lot subdivision and an earth excavation permit renewal.

• Site plan and special permit for a commercial building under 5,000 sq ft at 14 Mill Pond Drive
• Site plan modification for lot access at 18 Mill Pond Drive
• Special permit modification for a tent at a farm store at 130 Lost Acres Road
• Site plan modification for outdoor dining at Las Potras Mexican Restaurant, 518 Salmon Brook Street
• Application for a 7-lot subdivision called Breezy Meadow at 188 Day Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for four applications involving commercial buildings, outdoor dining, and farm store modifications. The body will also receive new applications for a 7-lot subdivision and an earth excavation permit renewal.

• Site Plan and Special Permit for commercial building at 14 Mill Pond Drive
• Site Plan Modification for access to abutting lot at 18 Mill Pond Drive
• Special Permit modification for a tent at 130 Lost Acres Road
• Site Plan Modification for outdoor dining at Las Potras Mexican Restaurant, 518 Salmon Brook Street
• Referral for the sale of Town Property at 83 Salmon Brook Street

The commission approved the May 27, 2025 minutes (5-0-2). It approved a special‑permit tent for 130 Lost Acres Road and an outdoor‑dining site plan for 518 Salmon Brook Street, each by a 7‑0‑0 vote. It also issued a positive report to the Board of Selectmen recommending the sale of the town property at 83 Salmon Brook Street.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (5-0-2)
• Approved special‑permit tent for 130 Lost Acres Road (7-0-0)
• Approved outdoor‑dining site plan modification for 518 Salmon Brook Street (7-0-0)
• Issued positive report to Board of Selectmen for sale of 83 Salmon Brook Street (7-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 7‑lot subdivision at 188 Day Street (July 8, 2025)
• Scheduled public hearing for excavation permit at 67/87/95B Notch Road (July 8, 2025)

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Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to continue discussions regarding a farm lease and select a representative for the Plan of Conservation and Development. The body will also address energy conservation.

• Continued Farm Lease Conversation
• Identification of representative for Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD)
• Discussion on Energy Conservation

The Conservation Commission approved the corrected minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the June 10 meeting unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Granby Development Commission scheduled for June 9, 2025, has been cancelled.

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will meet to discuss a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen regarding a capital plan for library expansion. The meeting includes a Q&A session with First Selectman Mark Fiorentino and Town Manager Mike Walsh concerning the town's official bond process.

• Recommendation to BOS for Capital Plan regarding Library Expansion
• Q&A with Mark Fiorentino and Mike Walsh on the town's official bond process
• Discussion and approval of Community Calendar Policy
• Update on Hartland Library

The Library Board approved the Community Calendar Policy unanimously. After two failed votes, the board approved a $7 million capital‑improvement funding recommendation for the library expansion. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 15, 2024 minutes (7-0-2)
• Approved Community Calendar Policy as amended (8-0-0)
• Failed motion to present $7 M funding (3-5-0)
• Failed motion to present $8 M funding (2-6-0)
• Approved motion to present $7 M funding (7-1-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to reach a consensus on a recommendation for the Kearns Project to be sent to the Board of Selectmen. The meeting also includes reports on the Senior/Youth Center and upcoming volunteer appreciation.

• Kearns Project: consensus on option to recommend to BOS
• Center Update
• Volunteer Appreciation Celebration

The commission approved the May 12, 2025 minutes by an 8‑0‑0 vote. It then unanimously recommended option #3 (the blue option with an 80/40 split) for senior housing, stating senior housing should be built before workforce housing. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 12 minutes (8-0-0)
• Recommended senior‑housing option #3, blue 80/40 split (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board will receive a presentation and update from GZA regarding the Parks Master Plan Study. The board will also discuss a modified field request from Bearcats Football.

• Presentation and update from GZA on Parks Master Plan Study
• Modified field request from Bearcats Football

The Parks & Recreation Board deferred approval of the April and May meeting minutes. The board voted unanimously to support Bearcats Football's request for portable lighting during the 2025 season and will forward its recommendation to the Board of Selectmen. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Deferred approval of April and May meeting minutes (7-0-0)
• Supported Bearcats Football lighting request for 2025 season (7-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will conduct a public hearing to review submission proposals for the Neighborhood Assistance Program. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Public hearing on Neighborhood Assistance Program Submission Proposals

The Board of Selectmen held a public hearing on the Neighborhood Assistance Act Program. No substantive actions on the program were taken. The board voted 4-0 to adjourn the hearing at 6:57 p.m. No other decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned public hearing (4-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss changing the elderly tax benefit filing period to biannually. The meeting includes reviews of Planning and Zoning reports and approvals for Neighborhood Assistance Act submissions.

• Ordinance change to make Elderly Tax Benefit filing period biannual
• Transfer of BOEFY25 operations surplus to Capital Fund
• Approval of two Neighborhood Assistance Act submissions
• P&Z report regarding 603 Cider Lane
• P&Z report regarding 83 Salmon Brook Street

The Board of Selectmen approved the minutes from the May 19 meeting and authorized a fund transfer of up to $650,000 from the Board of Education General Fund to the Capital Equipment Improvement Fund. It also approved two Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act tax‑credit proposals and referred the 83 Salmon Brook Street property to the Planning and Zoning Commission for consideration. A public hearing on an elderly & disabled exemption amendment is scheduled for June 16.

• Approved May 19, 2025 Board of Selectmen minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved transfer of up to $650,000 from BOE General Fund to Capital Equipment Improvement Fund (4-0-0)
• Approved two NAA tax‑credit proposals, directing staff to apply by July 1, 2025 (4-0-0)
• Approved referral of 83 Salmon Brook Street to Planning and Zoning Commission under CGS 8-24 (4-0-0)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:39 p.m. (4-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 2, 2025, has been cancelled by Chairman Kevin Hobson. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2025.

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the status and timeline of work from BFJ, including a summary of a public workshop. Members are reviewing a Draft Master Plan with edits due by June 9, 2025.

• Review of Draft Master Plan
• BFJ status update and timeline for June 25, 2025 final presentation
• Summary of Public Workshop

The committee approved the April 30, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It scheduled the next advisory committee meeting for July 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. to review the draft Granby Center plan. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. to review draft plan
• Adjourned meeting (motion by E. Myers, seconded by J. Oates)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will meet May 28 at 7:00 PM in Town Hall or via Zoom to review edits to the Granby Center Master Plan draft, receive a BFJ Planning update, and discuss next steps. The meeting follows a May 15 public workshop where residents provided feedback on zoning, design, and transportation proposals for the Town Center.

• Review Draft Master Plan edits due June 9, 2025
• Final BFJ Planning presentation scheduled June 25, 2025
• Public feedback on zoning height limits (45 to 48 feet) and Town Green expansion
• Discussion of pedestrian, bicycle, and bus network improvements
• Sidewalk placement concerns near restaurant dumpsters and refrigeration trucks

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan modification for a playground. The body will also review a draft application for residents interested in serving on the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development Committee.

• Public hearing for a 75x85 foot fenced playground at 160 Granville Road (File Z-6-25)
• Application for outdoor dining at Las Potras Mexican Restaurant, 518 Salmon Brook Street (File Z-10-25)
• Review of the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development Committee application form

Planning & Zoning Commission

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Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site plan modification for a playground. The body will also receive an application for outdoor dining at Las Potras Mexican Restaurant.

• Public hearing for site plan modification to add a playground at 160 Granville Road (File Z-6-25)
• Application for outdoor dining site plan modification at 518 Salmon Brook Street, Las Potras Mexican Restaurant (File Z-10-25)
• Discussion of Plan of Conservation and Development Committee Application

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the May 13, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0‑1 vote. It approved the site‑plan modification to add a playground at 160 Granville Road (R2A zone) by a 7‑0‑0 vote. The commission scheduled a public hearing for an outdoor‑dining site‑plan at 518 Salmon Brook Street on June 10, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 7:24 p.m.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved playground site‑plan at 160 Granville Rd (7-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for outdoor dining at 518 Salmon Brook St on June 10, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review the preliminary General Fund year-end estimate for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The body will also consider a budget amendment for the CT Fair Plan Grant and a fund transfer from the Board of Education General Fund to the Capital Equipment/Improvement Fund.

• Preliminary General Fund Year-End Estimate for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Budget amendment for CT Fair Plan Grant
• Transfer of funds from BOE General Fund to Capital Equipment/Improvement Fund
• Board of Education budget expense memo (April to mid-May 2025)
• Municipal budget operations highlights and report for April 2025

The Board approved the April 28 minutes (4‑0‑0). It approved a $500 budget amendment for a fire‑marshal camera (5‑0‑0). It authorized a transfer of not more than $650,000 from the BOE General Fund to the Capital Equipment/Improvement Fund, pending Selectmen approval (5‑0‑0). The next regular meeting was cancelled unless needed, and the July meeting was set for July 28.

• Approved April 28 minutes (4-0-0)
• Approved $500 budget amendment for fire‑marshal camera (5-0-0)
• Authorized transfer up to $650,000 to Capital Equipment/Improvement Fund (5-0-0)
• Cancelled June 17 regular meeting unless needed (motion passed)
• Scheduled July 28 meeting in Town Hall (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:21 p.m. (5-0-0)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will conduct public hearings for a 7-lot residential subdivision and a brook crossing. The body will also review several permit requests for sheds, a commercial building, and a church playground.

• Public hearing for 7-lot residential subdivision at 188 Day Street
• Public hearing for brook crossing and driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road
• Permit application for 6,796 sq. ft. commercial building at 8 East Granby Road
• Permit application for 75’x85’ playground at 160 Granville Road
• Permit requests for prefabricated sheds at 24 Heather Lane and 11 Brookside Drive

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold public hearings and review permit requests for residential and commercial projects. The body is deciding on applications for work within regulated areas, including a 7-lot subdivision and a new AutoZone building.

• Public hearing for 7-lot single family residential subdivision at 188 Day Street
• Public hearing for brook crossing and driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road
• Permit application for 6,796 sq. ft. commercial building at 8 East Granby Road (AutoZone, Inc.)
• Permit application for 75’x85’ playground at 160 Granville Road (Valley Brook Community Church)
• Request for review for footbridge repairs over Dismal Brook at 253 Loomis Street

The commission approved the April 9, 2025 minutes (6-0-1). It approved permits for 188 Day Street subdivision, 15 Peck Orchard Road driveway, and 160 Granville Road playground (votes 6-0-1, 7-0-0, and 7-0-0 respectively). It upheld the Enforcement Order for 7 Laurel Drive and continued that application to the next meeting (4-2-1). It received the 8 East Granby Road commercial building application and scheduled a public hearing for the next regular meeting (6-0-1).

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved 188 Day Street subdivision permit (6-0-1)
• Approved 15 Peck Orchard Road driveway permit (7-0-0)
• Approved 160 Granville Road playground permit (7-0-0)
• Upheld Enforcement Order for 7 Laurel Drive and continued application (4-2-1)
• Received 8 East Granby Road commercial building application and set public hearing (6-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Granby America 250 Committee

The committee is meeting to organize its structure and discuss its mission statement. Members will also discuss proposed events for the America 250 celebration.

• Action on April 30, 2025 organizing meeting
• Discussion on committee organization
• Discussion on mission statement
• Discussion on proposed events

The committee decided to schedule a new meeting day because of member conflicts. Mark Neumann will send the draft mission statement to members for review before the next meeting. Members will look for fundraising sources such as the Greater Together Grant and local foundations. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 3-0-0 vote.

• Plan a new meeting day for future meetings (decided)
• Mark Neumann to send mission‑statement draft to committee (assigned)
• Check fundraising sources including Greater Together Grant and local foundations (assigned)
• Adjourn meeting (vote 3-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a request for a side yard variance. The board will also act on the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for Lorri DiBattisto regarding a side yard variance at 4 Eastview Drive to build a 28’x25’ detached garage

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It then granted a 12.5‑foot side‑yard variance to Lorri DiBattisto for a 28’ × 25’ detached garage at 4 Eastview Drive. The meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Granted 12.5‑ft side‑yard variance for 4 Eastview Drive garage (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

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Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a side yard variance request. The board will also take action on the minutes from the March 18, 2025, meeting.

• Public hearing for Lorri DiBattisto seeking a 12.3-foot side yard variance for a 28’x25’ detached garage at 4 Eastview Drive

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to approve a long-term capital plan for the town and Board of Education. The body will also review presentations on senior housing and the reuse of the Holcomb Farm/United Methodist Church site.

• Approval of 10-Year And Beyond Town And BOE Capital Plan
• Ordinance change to make Elderly Tax Benefit filing period biannual
• Business plan presentation for Holcomb Farm/United Methodist Church reuse at 87 Simsbury Road
• Progress presentation on Kearns Senior Housing Development
• Approval of Fire Marshall camera grant and related budget amendment

The Board approved the minutes from three prior meetings unanimously. It authorized a $500 Fire Marshall grant, a $7,500 community grant for senior transportation and social services, and permission for alcohol at a July 26 graduation event, all with 5-0-0 votes. The Board also set a public hearing for a biannual Elderly Tax Credit amendment and transferred $27,592.53 to the Tax Suspense List.

• Approved $500 Fire Marshall grant acceptance and expenditure (5-0-0)
• Approved $7,500 community grant for senior transportation ($5,000) and social services ($2,500) (5-0-0)
• Approved permission for alcohol consumption at July 26 graduation event (5-0-0)
• Voted to hold public hearing on Elderly Tax Credit biannual filing on June 16, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Transferred $27,592.53 to Tax Suspense List (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of Special Town Meeting (April 7, 2025) (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of Granby Water Pollution Control Authority Public Hearing (May 5, 2025) (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes of Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting (May 5, 2025) (5-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee is hosting a public workshop with BFJ Planning to gather feedback on draft strategies aimed at creating a more connected and vibrant Granby Center. The agenda includes a presentation by BFJ followed by a roundtable activity for participant input. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is solely for discussion and community engagement.

• Presentation by BFJ Planning on draft strategies for Granby Center
• Roundtable activity for public feedback on the strategies

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board will review suggestions and develop options for a mock crash demonstration to share with schools, focusing on the 2025/26 school year. The board will also develop a work plan and receive sector reports from local youth organizations.

• Review board member suggestions for mock crash day activities
• Develop options for crash demo to share with schools for 2025/26
• Develop work plan
• Receive sector reports from YAC, YMCA, Schools, and Recreation

The board did not reach a quorum, so no actions were approved or denied. Members gave Ariana Nadjri an overview of the Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board and discussed vaping compliance issues, including the shutdown of JJ’s vape store. The police briefed the board on eight local vape stores, four of which have been closed. No formal decisions were recorded.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 14, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Regular meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for a caretaker apartment. The body will also receive new applications for commercial development and discuss the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development update.

• Public hearing for a 720 square-foot caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook Street
• Application for a commercial building, directory sign, and outdoor storage at 14 Mill Pond Drive
• Site plan modification application for access to an abutting lot at 18 Mill Pond Drive
• Referral for the sale of Town property located at 603 Cider Lane
• Discussion on the Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Update

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Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing for a special permit regarding a caretaker apartment. The body will also receive new applications for a commercial building and site plan modification on Mill Pond Drive.

• Public hearing for caretaker apartment special permit at 516 Salmon Brook Street (File Z-5-25)
• Application for commercial building, directory sign, and outdoor storage at 14 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-7-25)
• Application for site plan modification for access to abutting lot at 18 Mill Pond Drive (File Z-8-25)
• Referral for the sale of town property at 603 Cider Lane
• Discussion of the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development update

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the April 22 minutes (6-0-1). It voted 7-0-0 to approve a special permit for a caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook Street. The commission also voted 7-0-0 to issue a positive report to the Board of Selectmen recommending the sale of town property at 603 Cider Lane. Three pending applications were scheduled for a public hearing on June 10, 2025.

• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (6-0-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved special permit for caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook St (7-0-0)
• Issued positive report to Board of Selectmen for sale of 603 Cider Lane (7-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for three applications on June 10, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Granby Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. Items include discussion of the Plan of Conservation and Development with Mark Fiorentino, the Barndoor Hills Farm Property, Sustainable CT, composting, energy conservation, and library conservation conversations. No votes or decisions are specified on the agenda.

• Discussion of Barndoor Hills Farm Property
• Presentation and discussion of Plan of Conservation and Development by Mark Fiorentino
• Discussion of Sustainable CT
• Discussion of composting and energy conservation
• Discussion of Library Conservation Conversations

The Conservation Commission approved the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes as amended with a 4‑0‑0 vote. The commission then adjourned the May 13, 2025 meeting unanimously at 8:15 p.m. No other formal decisions were made; several items were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)
• Deferred composting discussion to next meeting (no vote)
• Scheduled continued farm lease conversation for next meeting (no vote)
• Task assigned: Kathy to investigate meeting space options (no vote)

Development Commission

The Development Commission will hold a public workshop with BFJ Planning and the Granby Center Advisory Committee, discuss pending land use applications, and review the local economic climate and real estate activity. They will also vote on the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public workshop with BFJ Planning/Granby Center Advisory Committee
• Land Use Application Update (no specific projects named)
• Discussion of economic climate, real estate, and current activity
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025

The Development Commission voted 4-0-0 to approve the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. Commissioners were informed of a public workshop on the Granby Center master plan scheduled for May 15 at the Senior Center. Updates were given on several land‑use applications, including a commercial building at 14 Mill Pond Drive and a residential subdivision at 188 Day Street. The meeting was adjourned following a motion by A. Sogliuzzo.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will receive updates on the Capital Campaign Consultants and the Hartland Library, and discuss the impact of a Federal Funding Executive Order. In new business, the board will hold a Q&A with the First Selectman and Town Manager on the town's official bond process, and consider approval of a Community Calendar Policy. The meeting includes public comment and the Library Director's Report.

• Update on Capital Campaign Consultants
• Discussion of Hartland Library
• Federal Funding Executive Order update
• Q&A with First Selectman and Town Manager on town bond process
• Community Calendar Policy discussion and approval

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the March 10 minutes as amended. It voted 6‑0‑0 to extend library services to the Hartland Library through July 1, 2025 and to allocate up to $200 for staff appreciation refreshments. The Q&A with the First Selectman and Town Manager was postponed to the June meeting.

• Approved agenda (6-0-0)
• Approved March 10 minutes as amended (6-0-0)
• Extended services to Hartland Library until July 1, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Allocated up to $200 for staff appreciation refreshments (6-0-0)
• Postponed Q&A with First Selectman and Town Manager to June meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for June 9, 2025

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board is holding a special meeting to review prior minutes and hear public input. Old business includes updates on traffic/pedestrian safety measures, follow-ups from an April public session, the Rt. 20 lot, and letters from the Horse Council. New business covers a request for a future budget overview for 2025-26 and discussion of small capital improvements such as a racquet sports area and public restrooms. Staff updates and adjournment round out the agenda.

• Traffic/pedestrian safety measures status update
• Follow-ups on feedback from the April 1 public session
• Rt. 20 lot discussion
• Letters from the Horse Council
• Small capital improvements: racquet sports area and public restrooms

The board postponed approval of the April meeting minutes to the next meeting. No formal actions were taken on the traffic safety measures, Rt 20 lot issues, or small capital improvement requests. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 6‑0‑0 vote.

• Deferred approval of April minutes to next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (vote 6-0-0)

Granby Water Pollution Control Authority

The Granby Water Pollution Control Authority is holding a special meeting to consider the setting of sewer use rates. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Consideration of sewer use rates

The Granby Water Pollution Control Authority waived the legal call reading (5‑0‑0). The board approved the 2025‑2026 sewer rates, setting residential rates at $257 per unit (up to 60,000 gallons) and commercial rates at $360 per unit (up to 110,000 gallons), with a $0.0065 per‑gallon charge above the minimum and a 50% surcharge for unmetered residential properties (5‑0‑0). No written public comments were received. The hearing was adjourned at 6:56 p.m. (5‑0‑0).

• Waived legal call reading (5-0-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 sewer rates (5-0-0)
• Adjourned public hearing (5-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will meet in special session to consider approving a grant application for the DCF YS Bureau and discuss FY25 capital equipment loans. The board will also vote to approve minutes from previous budget workshops and regular meetings, and hear reports from the town manager and selectmen.

• Approval of application for DCF YS Bureau grant
• Consideration of FY25 capital equipment loans
• Approval of five sets of meeting minutes from March and April 2025
• Appointments (unspecified)
• Town Manager report as of April 30, 2025

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved a resolution authorizing a lease‑purchase agreement of up to $438,000 for town equipment with TD Bank. They also approved the town’s application for the DCF Youth Services Bureau Grant and ratified several past meeting minutes. All votes were 5‑0‑0 in favor.

• Approved equipment lease/purchase agreements up to $438,000 with TD Bank (5-0-0)
• Approved continuation of the DCF YS Bureau Grant application (5-0-0)
• Approved Budget Workshop Minutes – March 6, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved Budget Workshop Minutes – March 10, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved Budget Workshop Minutes – March 13, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Approved Budget Workshop Minutes – March 17, 2025 (no motion or vote required)
• Approved Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting Minutes – April 21, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:32 p.m. (5-0-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Agricultural Commission is holding a special meeting to consult with the Conservation Commission. The discussion will focus on leases for land owned by the Town.

• Discussion with Conservation Commission regarding Town-owned land leases

The Agricultural Commission held a discussion on town‑owned land leases and heard public comments about pesticide use, wetland damage, and lease oversight. No formal actions or approvals were taken. The meeting was adjourned by a motion from Sara Esthus, seconded by Ellen Whitlow.

• Adjourned meeting (motion by Sara Esthus, seconded by Ellen Whitlow)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will discuss an update from BFJ Planning, including a revised zoning proposal and design concepts for the Granby Center area. They will also consider a postponed Demolition Delay Ordinance and plan a public workshop.

• BFJ update on revised zoning and design concepts
• Discussion of Demolition Delay Ordinance (postponed from March)
• Planning for a public workshop
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2025
• Response to previous discussions and comments

The committee approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:09 p.m. after a motion by E. Myers, seconded by J. Oates.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:09 p.m. (motion by E. Myers, seconded by J. Oates)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will discuss and consider revised zoning regulations for a new Granby Center Zone, including permitted uses and bulk standards, as part of the ongoing master plan update. They will also receive an update on design concepts and plan for a public workshop scheduled for May 15. A demolition delay ordinance, postponed from March, is on the agenda for discussion.

• Proposed Granby Center Zone (GC Zone) with permitted uses including mixed-use and multifamily, and removal of single-family and gas stations
• Area and bulk standards: maximum building height 48 ft for mixed-use, minimum lot area 20,000 SF for multifamily, density up to 15 units/acre
• Demolition Delay Ordinance postponed from March 26 meeting
• Public workshop scheduled for May 15 to present preliminary concepts
• Discussion of parking requirements and residential buffer areas

Board of Finance

The Granby Board of Finance will establish the mill rates for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and consider budget amendments for a library summer intern, a PEGPETIA grant, a donation to Valley Brook Community Church, and an appropriation from the Solid Waste Fund for trash barrels and bear-resistant barrels. The board will also review March 2025 municipal and Board of Education financial reports and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Establish mill rates for FY2025-26
• Budget amendment for library summer intern position (General Fund)
• Budget amendment for PEGPETIA grant (General Fund, library)
• Budget amendment in Parks & Recreation Fund for Valley Brook Community Church donation
• Additional appropriation from Solid Waste Fund for trash barrels, bear-resistant barrels, parts, and recycling flyer

The Board of Finance approved the corrected minutes from the April 7 public hearing and meeting (5‑0‑0 each). It adopted the FY 2025‑26 budget mill rates of 34.21 for real estate/personal property and 32.46 for motor vehicles, estimating $46,056,383 in property tax revenue (5‑0‑0). Several budget amendments were approved, including funding for a library summer intern, a $7,344.28 grant for interactive displays, a $15,000 donation for park ramps, and a $43,529 solid‑waste appropriation (all 5‑0‑0).

• Approved April 7 public hearing minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved April 7 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved FY 2025-26 mill rates of 34.21 and 32.46, raising $46,056,383 (5-0-0)
• Approved library summer intern budget amendments for FY24-25 and FY25-26 (5-0-0)
• Approved $7,344.28 grant amendment for library interactive displays (5-0-0)
• Approved $15,000 donation amendment for Salmon Brook Park ramps (5-0-0)
• Approved $43,529 solid‑waste fund appropriation for trash barrels and flyer (5-0-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Granby Board of Assessment Appeals will meet by appointment only to hear appeals on the October 1, 2023 Supplemental Motor Vehicle Grand List and the October 1, 2024 Grand List. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Granby Town Hall.

• Hearing appeals on the October 1, 2023 Supplemental Motor Vehicle Grand List
• Hearing appeals on the October 1, 2024 Grand List

The Board approved exemption applications for Nicholas Bolduc (5 Rickwood Lane) and Justin Walz (22 Quarry Road) after verifying their 100% permanent and total disability status. For Todd Crevier (106 West Granby Road), whose VA rating is 90%, the Board advised a VA reevaluation and made no change to his assessment. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved exemption for Nicholas Bolduc, 5 Rickwood Lane (no vote recorded)
• Approved exemption for Justin Walz, 22 Quarry Road (no vote recorded)
• No change for Todd Crevier, 106 West Granby Road; advised VA reevaluation (no vote recorded)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit for a detached accessory apartment under 1,200 square feet at 198R Salmon Brook Street. They will also receive applications for a caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook Street and a site plan modification for a playground at 160 Granville Road. Additionally, the commission will discuss an update from the Granby Center Advisory Committee and the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development.

• Public hearing for special permit (File Z-4-25) for a detached accessory apartment at 198R Salmon Brook Street, CE Zone
• New application for special permit (File Z-5-25) for a caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook Street, I Zone
• New application for site plan modification (File Z-6-25) to add a playground at 160 Granville Road, R2A Zone
• Update on BFJ Planning/Granby Center Advisory Committee progress
• Discussion of Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Update

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Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing for a special permit for a detached accessory apartment over 1,200 sq ft at 198R Salmon Brook Street (File Z-4-25). They will also receive applications for a caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook Street and a site plan modification for a playground at 160 Granville Road. Updates on the Granby Center Advisory Committee and the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Special Permit for accessory apartment >1,200 sq ft at 198R Salmon Brook St (File Z-4-25)
• Receive application: Special Permit for caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook St (File Z-5-25)
• Receive application: Site Plan Modification for playground at 160 Granville Rd (File Z-6-25)
• Update on BFJ Planning/Granby Center Advisory Committee progress
• Discuss Plan of Conservation and Development 2026 Update

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the March 25, 2025 minutes (6-0-1). It approved a special permit for a 1,040‑sq‑ft detached accessory apartment at 198R Salmon Brook Street (7-0-0). Two future public hearings were scheduled: a caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook Street on May 13 and a playground site plan at 160 Granville Road on May 27. The meeting was adjourned (7-0-0).

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved special permit for 1,040‑sq‑ft accessory apartment at 198R Salmon Brook (7-0-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for caretaker apartment at 516 Salmon Brook (May 13)
• Scheduled public hearing for playground site plan at 160 Granville Road (May 27)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025 has been cancelled by Chairman Michael Guarco, Jr. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; next regular meeting April 28, 2025

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to discuss potential adjustments to the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget following a referendum.

• Consideration of adjustments to Fiscal Year 2025-26 Proposed Budget after Referendum

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review a presentation on the library building expansion and discuss a contract extension for Paine’s/USA Waste. The meeting also includes a proposal to begin the sale process for the Cider Mill Heights parcel.

• Library Building Expansion presentation and discussion
• Contract extension for Paine’s/USA Waste
• Cider Mill Heights parcel sale process
• Right To Farm Ordinance referral
• Resolution and policies supporting Fair Housing

The Board of Selectmen approved budget amendments to fund a library summer internship for fiscal years 2024‑25 and 2025‑26, and increased the Library Automation line item by $7,344.28. It accepted a $15,000 donation for a bandshell ramp, appointed Joel Skilton as Building Official, extended the solid waste contract with USA Waste for eight years, created the Granby America 250 Committee, approved a $43,529 solid‑waste fund appropriation, and re‑adopted the town’s Fair Housing policies. All actions were approved unanimously (5‑0‑0).

• Approved FY24‑25 library intern budget amendment: Misc. Revenue +$2,289, Payroll‑Temp/PT +$2,113.89, FICA & Medicare +$175.11 (5‑0‑0)
• Approved FY25‑26 library intern budget amendment: Misc. Revenue +$3,433.50, Payroll‑Temp/PT +$3,170.84, FICA & Medicare +$262.66 (5‑0‑0)
• Approved increase to Library Automation line item FY26 by $7,344.28 (5‑0‑0)
• Accepted $15,000 donation for bandshell handicap‑access ramp (5‑0‑0)
• Appointed Joel Skilton as Building/Code Official for a four‑year term (5‑0‑0)
• Approved eight‑year extension of USA Waste solid‑waste contract with CPI‑based rate adjustments (5‑0‑0)
• Created Granby America 250 Committee; Vice‑Chair Mark Neumann assigned to lead (5‑0‑0)
• Approved $43,529 appropriation from Solid Waste Fund for barrels, parts, and flyer printing (5‑0‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled their regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, April 15, 2025. No items were discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

Development Commission

The Granby Development Commission will meet to approve minutes from March 10, receive an update from BFJ Planning on the Granby Center Advisory Committee's progress, and discuss the local economic climate and real estate activity. No major votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Action on minutes of March 10, 2025
• Update on BFJ Planning/Granby Center Advisory Committee progress
• Discussion of economic climate, real estate, and current activity

The Granby Development Commission voted unanimously (4-0-0) to approve the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. The session also included an update on the Granby Center advisory committee and a discussion of local real‑estate activity. The meeting adjourned at 8:28 PM.

• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-0)

Library Board

The regular meeting of the Library Board scheduled for April 14, 2025, was cancelled by Chairperson Judy Guarco. The cancellation occurred because there were no pressing items for discussion.

Commission on Aging

The Granby Commission on Aging will meet to approve prior minutes and receive reports from the Director and Activities Director. The Chair will provide updates on the Kearns Project, Strategic Plan, Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, community outreach, and center participation. New and old business both focus on the Strategic Plan and Kearns Project. No votes on ordinances or funding are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of March 10, 2025 meeting
• Director's Report with center update
• Activities Director's Report on activities and miscellaneous items
• Chair Report covering Kearns Project, Strategic Plan, Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, Community Outreach, Center Participation
• New Business: Strategic Plan discussion

The commission approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 6-0-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken; the commission noted upcoming items such as the Kearns project review and the April 21 budget vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 12:38 p.m.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0-0)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Commission will receive a playground permit at 160 Granville Road and continue the public hearing for a 7-lot residential subdivision at 188 Day Street, where revised plans are needed due to a larger wetland area. A new public hearing will open for a brook crossing and driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road. The Commission will also review agent reports on pre-fabricated structures, a prescribed burn, and dead tree removal.

• 160 Granville Road – Valley Brook Community Church playground (75'x85') within regulated area (permit to be received).
• 188 Day Street – 7-lot single-family subdivision public hearing continued from Feb 13 and Mar 12; plans must be revised for larger wetland area.
• 15 Peck Orchard Road – Brook crossing and driveway public hearing opens; 30'x16'x12' concrete arch span proposed.
• 10 Godard Road – Two prefabricated structures approved by agent on Mar 25.
• 175 Salmon Brook Street – Prescribed burn on three acres for Granby Wildflower Meadow (nonregulated use determination Mar 31).

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Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to consider a playground permit at 160 Granville Road, continue a public hearing for a 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street, and open a new public hearing for a brook crossing at 15 Peck Orchard Road. Agent reports include a prefabricated structures permit at 10 Godard Road, a prescribed burn at 175 Salmon Brook Street, and dead tree removal at 15 Peck Orchard Road.

• Permit request: 75'x85' playground at 160 Granville Road (Valley Brook Community Church)
• Public hearing continued: 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street (Peak Mountain Development)
• Public hearing: brook crossing and driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road
• Agent approval: two prefabricated structures at 10 Godard Road
• Nonregulated use determination: prescribed burn at 175 Salmon Brook Street

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission voted 6-0-0 to extend the public hearing for the 188 Day Street permit application to May 22, 2025. It also voted 6-0-0 to extend the public hearing for the 15 Peck Orchard Road permit to the same date. Earlier, the commission approved the March 12, 2025 minutes with a 5-0-1 vote and adjourned the meeting at 8:51 p.m.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (5-0-1, V. Dirienzo abstained)
• Extended public hearing for 188 Day Street subdivision to May 22, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Extended public hearing for 15 Peck Orchard Road permit to May 22, 2025 (6-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:51 p.m. (6-0-0)

Agricultural Commission

This is a routine procedural meeting with no decisions or votes. The commission will review Agriculture Day at the Capitol, discuss Open Farm Day updates, receive Right to Farm updates, and have a conversation with the Conservation Commission.

• Review of Agriculture Day at the Capitol
• Updates on Open Farm Day
• Right to Farm updates
• Conversation with Conservation Commission

The commission approved the February 12 minutes by a 4‑0‑0 vote. It agreed to meet with Jenny Emery on April 18 to plan collaborative advertising for Open Farm Day. The commission set a special meeting for May 1, 2025 to discuss adding pesticide details to town‑owned land leases. The next regular meeting was scheduled for June 11, 2025.

• Approved February 12 minutes (4-0-0)
• Agreed to meet with Jenny Emery on April 18 to brainstorm Open Farm Day promotion
• Scheduled special meeting on May 1, 2025 to discuss lease pesticide provisions
• Set next regular meeting for June 11, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025, has been cancelled.

Conservation Commission

The Granby Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to review and approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing initiatives, including the Barndoor Hills Farm Property, composting programs, energy conservation efforts, and Sustainable CT. The agenda also includes discussions on library programs and invasive species management. No votes on specific contracts or rezonings are listed.

• Review and approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on Barndoor Hills Farm Property
• Composting updates
• Energy Conservation Initiatives updates
• Sustainable CT updates

The Conservation Commission approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting after correcting a misspelled name. No other actions were voted on; the commission discussed farm pesticide concerns, composting, energy conservation, Sustainable CT, and invasive species, but took no formal decisions. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved corrected March 11, 2025 minutes (motion by D. Desiderato, seconded by A. Small)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen regular meeting scheduled for April 7, 2025 has been cancelled by First Selectman Mark H. Fiorentino. The next regular meeting will be held on April 21, 2025 at the Senior Center.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance reviewed the FY25-26 budget, which proposes a 3.24% increase and a mill rate change from 33.13 to 34.21. After public comment, the board decided to forward the budget proposal to the town referendum scheduled for Monday, April 21, 2025. No vote tally was recorded.

• Approved FY26 budget proposal (3.24% increase, mill rate 34.21) to be placed on April 21 referendum

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review the FY2025-26 annual town budget ahead of a vote on April 21, 2025. The board will also consider the appointment of an auditor for the FY2024-25 audit.

• FY2025-26 Annual Town Budget
• Auditor appointment for FY2024-25 audit

The Board of Finance unanimously approved the March 24 meeting minutes. It then approved the FY 2025‑2026 town budget as presented and forwarded it to the April 21 referendum. The board also unanimously appointed CliftonLarsenAllen, LLP as the independent auditor for the 2024‑2025 audit. The next meeting was set for April 22.

• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved FY 2025‑2026 budget and forwarded to referendum (6-0-0)
• Appointed CliftonLarsenAllen, LLP as 2024‑2025 independent auditor (6-0-0)
• Confirmed next meeting date for April 22, 2025 (6-0-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2025.

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board is holding a special meeting to address traffic and pedestrian safety at Salmon Brook Park. The board will also provide an update on the Parks Master Plan Study.

• Traffic and pedestrian safety measures at Salmon Brook Park
• Update on Parks Master Plan Study

The Parks & Recreation Board voted unanimously to add two speed bumps on the access road to the Park House at Salmon Brook Park—one at the Little League dugout at Field One and another near the basketball courts. The motion was made by Greg Dion, seconded by Francis Armentano, and passed 6-0-0. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved two speed bumps at Salmon Brook Park access road (6-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update from BFJ regarding work timelines, design concepts, and zoning ideas. Members will discuss information sources for the Plan and address specific properties and utilities. The body will also plan for a public meeting scheduled for May 15, 2025.

• BFJ update on design concepts and zoning ideas
• Discussion of 26 Hartford Avenue property
• Review of Frontier building access
• Planning for May 15, 2025 Public Meeting

The Granby Center Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting was then adjourned. All discussed items remain pending for future meetings.

• Approved February 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by E. Myers, seconded by J. Oates)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing draft zoning recommendations from BFJ Planning to create a unified Granby Center Zone. The meeting will cover zoning ideas, project timelines, and responses to previous comments regarding specific properties and utilities.

• Discussion of proposed unified Granby Center (GC) Zone to replace three existing districts
• Proposed reduction of minimum lot area for multi-family uses from 5 acres to 1.5 acres
• Proposed building height increase to 3.5 stories or 48 feet for mixed-use developments
• Review of property access for the Frontier building and 26 Hartford Avenue
• Planning for a May 15, 2025 public meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The provided text is a legal notice publication record (newspaper ad) for the Granby Planning & Zoning Commission meeting, but does not contain the actual agenda items. No decisions, discussions, or proposals are listed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to multiple zoning regulation sections. The changes aim to remove references to outdated zones, correct cross-references, remove non-profits as a use, encourage native plantings, and allow simplified site plans among other corrections. The commission will also consider applications received after the agenda publication and act on prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on zoning regulation amendments File Z-3-25 covering numerous sections (1.1, 3.1, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.8, 3.9, 3.12, 4.2, 5.1, 8.9, 8.13, 8.15.17, 8.23)
• Revisions include removing references to obsolete zones and non-profits as a use, and adding native species planting requirements
• Commission to receive any late applications and schedule future public hearings
• Action on minutes of March 11, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the March 11, 2025 minutes (6-0-1). It voted to adopt a series of zoning regulation amendments, effective April 1, 2025 (7-0-0). A special‑permit hearing for 198R Salmon Brook Street was scheduled for April 22, 2025. The next regular meeting on April 8 was cancelled due to lack of new business.

• Approved March 11 minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved zoning regulation amendments (7-0-0) effective April 1, 2025
• Scheduled special‑permit hearing for 198R Salmon Brook St (April 22, 2025)
• Cancelled April 8 regular meeting (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:48 p.m. (7-0-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting agenda consists solely of the full text of the Town of Granby Zoning Regulations, covering zone types, use districts, area requirements, and special permit criteria. No specific applications, public hearings, or financial items are listed; the document is procedural and regulatory in nature.

• Includes definitions and purposes for 12 zone types, including Rural Conservation R4A and Granby Center Zone
• Lists permitted uses and special permit uses for each district, such as home occupations, agriculture, and accessory apartments
• Sets dimensional standards for lot area, yards, coverage, heights, and frontages in Section 5
• Contains special regulations for Neighborhood Shopping (C1) and Business (C2) zones, including operating hours and setback requirements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to several zoning regulation sections. Changes include removing references to defunct zone types, correcting cross-references, reclassifying non-profits based on operational nature, encouraging planting of native species, and allowing simplified site plans for minor alterations. The commission will also receive new applications and consider any applications from concluded hearings.

• Public hearing on zoning regulation amendments (File Z-3-25) to remove obsolete zones, correct errors, remove non-profits as a use, encourage native species, and allow simplified site plans.
• Proposal to remove non-profits as a standalone use; instead categorize them by operational nature matching permitted or special permit uses.
• Proposed landscaping revisions to encourage planting of native species, in response to Conservation Commission efforts.
• Proposed simplified site plan process for minor changes such as shed location, without requiring professional engineering for plans drawn to scale on approved site plans.

Board of Finance

The Granby Board of Finance will consider action on the proposed FY2025-26 budget for presentation at the April 7 public hearing. They will also discuss a bond referendum question for Doherty Bridge approval, a state option on motor vehicle assessment, and an appropriation for Holcomb Farm signage. The meeting includes review of February budget reports and approval of previous minutes.

• Consider action on FY2025-26 proposed budget for April 7 public hearing
• Bond referendum question for Doherty Bridge approval
• State-provided local option on assessment of motor vehicles
• Park & Recreation fund appropriation for Holcomb Farm signage
• Statement of accounts and February 2025 budget expense report

The Board approved the February 10, 2025 minutes unanimously. It adopted an amendment expanding the 2019 bridge bond resolution to cover the Doherty Road Bridge, also unanimously. A $2,297.27 appropriation was approved to pay for the Holcomb Farm replacement sign. The Board accepted the FY 2025‑26 budget proposals from the Selectmen and the Board of Education and will forward them to the April 7 public hearing.

• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved amendment to include Doherty Road Bridge in 2019 bond resolution (5-0-0)
• Approved $2,297.27 Parks & Recreation appropriation for Holcomb Farm sign (5-0-0)
• Accepted FY2025‑26 budget requests from Selectmen and Board of Education and forwarded to public hearing (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet to hear appeals regarding the October 1, 2023 Supplemental Motor Vehicle Grand List and the October 1, 2024 Grand List. Hearings are conducted by appointment only.

• Appeals for October 1, 2023 Supplemental Motor Vehicle Grand List
• Appeals for October 1, 2024 Grand List

The board approved the personal‑property assessment of $159,990 for Salmon Brook Dental at 35 Hartford Avenue. The assessment includes a $127,990 valuation plus a 25% penalty of $32,000. The board made no change to the assessment for Platinum Studio because the required declaration was not submitted by the March 17 deadline. The meeting adjourned at 4:48 p.m.

• Approved $159,990 personal‑property assessment for Salmon Brook Dental (35 Hartford Ave)
• No change in assessment for Platinum Studio personal property (declaration not submitted)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a property variance request. The board will also act on the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing for Ruthann Zafian regarding front and rear yard variances at 33 Pendleton Road to build an open breezeway and 36’x24’ garage (File Z03-25-01)

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request by Ruthann Zafian to build a 36'x24' garage with a breezeway at 33 Pendleton Road. The board granted a 22-foot front yard variance and a 5.5-foot rear yard variance, citing topography and the lot's irregular, non-conforming shape. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved 22-foot front yard variance for garage at 33 Pendleton Road (5-0)
• Approved 5.5-foot rear yard variance for garage at 33 Pendleton Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 (4-0-1, Caputi abstained)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided document is a legal notice advertisement order and does not contain a meeting agenda. No decisions or discussions are listed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a property at 33 Pendleton Road. The applicant is seeking permission to build a garage and breezeway that would encroach into required front and rear yard setbacks.

• Public hearing for Ruthann Zafian regarding a 20.5-foot front yard and 5.5-foot rear yard variance at 33 Pendleton Road
• Proposed construction of a 36’x24’ garage with a 30’x4’ rear overhang and an 8-foot by 16.6-foot breezeway
• Action on the January 21, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will consider approving the FY26 town budget for submission to the Board of Finance, a bond referendum question resolution, and a Connecticut Department of Transportation grant award. Additional items include updates on Barndoor Hills Road herbicide application and a lease at 83 Salmon Brook Street.

• Approval of FY26 Board of Selectmen town budget and submission to Board of Finance
• Consideration of a bond referendum question resolution
• Connecticut Department of Transportation grant award approval
• Fire Marshal smoke detector grant request approval
• Discussion of state-provided local option on assessment of motor vehicles

The Board of Selectmen voted 5-0 to approve the FY 2025-26 budget of $18,445,571 and forward it to the Board of Finance. The Board also approved a resolution to amend the 2019 bridge bond to include the Doherty Road Bridge project, scheduling a town meeting and referendum for April 2025. Additionally, the Board accepted a state transportation grant, authorized a smoke detector grant application, and elected a local option for motor vehicle assessments.

• Approved FY26 General Fund budget of $18,445,571 (5-0)
• Approved amended bond resolution to include Doherty Road Bridge (5-0)
• Called Special Town Meeting for April 14, 2025 on bond amendment (5-0)
• Approved annual budget referendum language for April 21, 2025 vote (5-0)
• Accepted $29,453 CT DOT elderly/disabled transportation grant (5-0)
• Authorized $3,000 smoke detector grant application (5-0)
• Elected local option for 90% motor vehicle depreciation schedule (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 (5-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a budget workshop to review proposed budgets for town departments, capital projects, debt service, and revenues. Presentations cover General Administration, Human Resources, IT, Finance, Town Clerk, Election Services, Revenue Collections, and Property Assessment. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Departmental budget presentations from General Administration, HR, IT, Finance, Town Clerk, Election Services, Revenue Collections, and Property Assessment
• Capital Budget & Debt Service presentation
• Revenues & Other Funds presentation
• Public comment period
• Tentative schedule with specific time slots for presentations

The Board of Selectmen held a budget workshop to review departmental budget presentations for FY26, including the Town Manager's office, Human Resources, IT, Town Clerk, Election Services, and Finance. No formal votes or decisions were made during the meeting; it was a discussion and review session. The meeting adjourned with a motion passed 3-0.

• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold special meetings on four dates in 2025 to hear property assessment appeals. The meetings are scheduled at Granby Town Hall, with times ranging from morning to early evening. No specific appeals or agenda items beyond the meeting times are listed.

• Saturday, March 8, 2025, 9:00–11:00 a.m.
• Monday, March 10, 2025, 6:00–7:00 p.m.
• Thursday, March 13, 2025, 4:00–6:00 p.m.
• Thursday, September 11, 2025, 4:00–6:00 p.m.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals has cancelled its scheduled meetings for March 10 and March 13, 2025. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Both meetings cancelled: Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
• Cancellation issued by Chairman Lowell C. Johnson

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board will review November minutes, receive a staff report, and discuss old business including grant requirements for data collection on vaping and other prevention concerns, as well as a timeline for a crash demonstration with the school for the 2025/26 school year. Sector reports from YAC, YMCA, Schools, and Recreation are also on the agenda.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Staff report on current operations
• Grant requirements and data collection update on vaping and prevention concerns
• Timeline for crash demonstration with school, possibly in 2025/26
• Sector reports from YAC, YMCA, Schools, and Recreation

The Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board met and discussed planning for next year's car crash project, including developing an outline for the school system, incorporating real-life and local stories, a slide show, costs for Blow Buddies, and student actors. Each board member will bring ideas to the next meeting in May. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Discussed car crash project planning for next year
• Agreed each board member will bring ideas to May meeting

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a continued public hearing for a 7-lot residential subdivision at 188 Day Street. They will also consider permit applications for a shed at 29 Canton Road and a brook crossing/driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes.

• Public hearing continued: 7-lot single-family subdivision with site work at 188 Day Street (Peak Mountain Development)
• Permit application: remove existing shed and place new 12'x16' prefab shed within regulated area at 29 Canton Road
• Permit application: construct brook crossing, driveway and associated improvements within regulated area at 15 Peck Orchard Road
• Action on minutes from February 13, 2025

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved a permit for a prefabricated shed at 29 Canton Road, received an application for a brook crossing at 15 Peck Orchard Road and scheduled a public hearing, and extended the public hearing for a subdivision at 188 Day Street by 30 days.

• Approved shed permit at 29 Canton Road (5-0)
• Received brook crossing application at 15 Peck Orchard Road and scheduled public hearing (5-0)
• Approved 30-day extension of public hearing for 188 Day Street subdivision (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 13, 2025 (5-0)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a permit for a 7-lot single-family subdivision at 188 Day Street, which must close this meeting unless an extension is granted. The Commission will also consider a permit to replace a shed at 29 Canton Road (with a draft approval letter) and receive a new application for a brook crossing and driveway at 15 Peck Orchard Road. Minutes from February 13 will be reviewed for approval.

• Public hearing continued for 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street (Peak Mountain Development, LLC) – must close by March 12 unless extension granted
• Permit request at 29 Canton Road – remove existing shed and install new 12'x16' prefabricated shed in regulated area (draft approval letter included for action)
• New permit application at 15 Peck Orchard Road – construct brook crossing, driveway, and improvements within regulated area

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for a dance studio at 508 Salmon Brook Street. They will also receive an application to amend multiple zoning regulation sections to remove obsolete zones, correct cross-references, and make other minor corrections. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.

• Public hearing for a special permit (Z-2-25) to operate a dance studio at 508 Salmon Brook Street in the I Zone.
• Application (Z-3-25) proposing amendments to zoning regulations Sections 1.1, 3.1, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.8, 3.9, 3.12, 4.2, 5.1, 8.9, 8.13, 8.15.17, and 8.23 to remove obsolete zones, correct references, remove non-profits as a use, encourage native species, and allow simplified site plans.
• Approval of minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special permit for Alpha Dance Studio at 508 Salmon Brook Street, allowing operation from 8am to 10pm daily. The commission also scheduled a public hearing for a zoning regulation amendment package and approved the February meeting minutes.

• Approved special permit for dance studio at 508 Salmon Brook St (7-0)
• Approved February 11, 2025 minutes (6-0-1, Lockwood abstained)
• Scheduled public hearing for zoning text amendments (Z-3-25) on March 25, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The provided document is a legal notice advertisement order and does not contain a meeting agenda or list of discussion items.

Conservation Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Granby Conservation Commission. The agenda consists of discussion items including Barndoor Hills Farmland, composting, energy conservation initiatives, Sustainable CT progress, library programs, and invasive species. No votes or binding decisions are indicated; the meeting is primarily informational and planning-oriented.

• Review and approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Barndoor Hills Farmland
• Discussion of composting initiatives
• Discussion of energy conservation initiatives
• Discussion of Sustainable CT progress

The Conservation Commission discussed a DEEP report on the Barndoor Hills farmland, which found the farmer did not follow pesticide application procedures or worker protection standards. The commission agreed to wait for the Town Manager's review and recommendations before acting, and members will draft recommendations for future lease language, including stronger pesticide-use provisions and a monitoring plan. The February 11, 2025 meeting minutes were approved as corrected.

• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes as corrected (motion by D. Desiderato, seconded by A. Small)
• Commission will wait for Town Manager's review of DEEP report before acting on Barndoor Hills farmland
• J. Szipszky will draft recommendations for future lease language and a monitoring plan
• Z. Donais will distribute Worker Protection Standards information to commission members
• Meeting with Town Manager scheduled prior to next commission meeting
• Commissioners assigned library program topics: Z. Donais (pollinators), W. Madsen (composting), J. Szipszky (McLean contact)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen holds a budget workshop to hear departmental presentations from Parks & Recreation, Social/Senior/Youth Services, Libraries, and Public Works. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• 5:15–5:30 p.m. Parks & Recreation presentation by Sandra Yost
• 5:30–6:00 p.m. Social/Senior/Youth Services presentation by Sandra Yost
• 6:00–6:45 p.m. Libraries presentation by Amber Wyzik
• 6:45–7:30 p.m. Department of Public Works presentation by Kirk Severance

The Board of Selectmen held a budget workshop to review departmental budget presentations for Parks & Recreation, Community Services, Library Services, and Public Works. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, and the board adjourned without taking any votes.

• Adjourned the meeting at 7:21 p.m. (4-0-0).

Development Commission

The Development Commission will hold a public session, vote on minutes from February 10, and discuss a Board of Selectmen referral concerning a Right to Farm Ordinance. Commissioners will also receive updates on pending land-use and development applications and review the local economic climate and real estate activity.

• Discussion of Board of Selectmen referral regarding a Right to Farm Ordinance
• Update on current land-use and development applications
• Overview of the local economic climate and real estate activity
• Approval of minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting
• Commissioner reports and correspondence

The Commission voted 5-0 to approve the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes. They discussed the Board of Selectmen's referral of a proposed right-to-farm ordinance, expressing support for agriculture but agreeing the ordinance isn't the best approach since it duplicates state law. No formal action was taken on the ordinance. The Commission also received updates on pending land use applications and agreed to review zoning recommendations from the Granby Center Master Plan at the next meeting.

• Approved the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0).
• Discussed the proposed right-to-farm ordinance and agreed it is not the best vehicle to promote agriculture, but took no formal action.
• Agreed to review zoning recommendations from BFJ for the Granby Center Master Plan at the next meeting.
• Noted a public workshop on the Granby Center Master Plan is scheduled for early May.

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a special meeting to discuss new business, specifically architect renderings. The session also includes a report from the Library Director and liaison reports.

• Review of architect renderings

The Granby Library Board voted unanimously to extend library services to Hartland until April 1, 2025, while Hartland investigates returning to the BorrowIT CT program. The board also approved the minutes from February 10, 2025, and reviewed preliminary architect renderings for the library. Director Wyzik reported a positive response from the Board of Selectmen on the completed Long Range Strategic Plan.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 (8-0-0)
• Voted unanimously to extend services to Hartland until April 1, 2025
• Reviewed 5 preliminary architect designs (3 external, 2 interior of children's room)
• Discussed capital campaign internal audit findings with Kevin Wallace
• Heard update on Hartland Library's BorrowIT CT return options
• Reviewed proposed FY26 library budget for upcoming workshop

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to approve meeting minutes and vote on the appointment of Jennifer Jalbert to the commission. Members will also receive reports on center activities and discuss the Kearns Project.

• Vote to approve Jennifer Jalbert to the COA for a term from February 2025 to January 2027
• Discussion of the Kearns Project
• Discussion of CHIP

The Commission on Aging approved minutes from two prior meetings and received updates on the Kearns Project, including a new proposal for townhouses or apartments on back acreage, and discussed potential impacts on town services. No formal decisions were made on the project or other substantive matters.

• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 (7-0-1)
• Approved minutes of Special Meeting January 22, 2025 (7-0-1)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals has called for special meetings to be held at Granby Town Hall. The agenda lists dates and times for these sessions but does not specify individual cases or items for decision.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals meetings scheduled for March 10 and March 13, 2025, have been cancelled by Chairman Lowell C. Johnson. No other business is on the agenda. The meetings were to be held at Granby Town Hall.

• Both scheduled meetings (March 10 and 13) cancelled by Chairman Lowell C. Johnson

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Granby Board of Assessment Appeals has called four special meetings in 2025 to hear property assessment appeals. The meetings are scheduled for March 8, March 10, March 13, and September 11. No specific appeals or decisions are listed. This agenda is purely procedural, announcing dates and times.

• Special meetings scheduled: March 8 (9-11am), March 10 (6-7pm), March 13 (4-6pm), September 11 (4-6pm) at Granby Town Hall.

The Board of Assessment Appeals met and heard three appeals but made no final decisions. For 131 Barn Door Hills Road, the board allowed the owner to follow up on certain actions before October 2025, with no board action. For 35 Hartford Avenue and Platinum Studio personal property appeals, the appellants were asked to submit completed Personal Property Declarations by March 17, 2025.

• Appeal of 131 Barn Door Hills Road: no action taken, owner allowed to follow up on actions prior to October 2025
• Appeal of 35 Hartford Avenue: appellant asked to bring completed Personal Property Declaration by March 17, 2025
• Appeal of Platinum Studio Personal Property: appellant asked to bring completed Personal Property Declaration by March 17, 2025

Board of Selectmen

The Granby Board of Selectmen will hold a budget workshop to hear presentations from multiple departments, including Lost Acres Fire Department, Granby Ambulance Association, Community Development, and Police. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and review of proposed budgets. Public comment will be taken at the end of the session.

• Lost Acres Fire Department presentation (5:15 p.m.)
• Granby Ambulance Association presentation (5:30 p.m.)
• Community Development presentation (5:45 p.m.)
• Police Department overview & operations (6:45 p.m.)
• Public comment period

The Board of Selectmen held a budget workshop with presentations from the Lost Acres Fire Department, Granby Ambulance Association, Community Development, Health Services, and Police Department. No formal votes were taken on budget items; the only action was to adjourn. The board discussed forming a formal agreement with the ambulance association and plans to update the fire department operating agreement.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)
• Discussed updating Lost Acres Fire Department operating agreement
• Discussed forming formal agreement with Granby Ambulance Association

Park & Recreation Board

The board will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson during this special meeting. Members will discuss updates on consultant engagement for the Park Improvements/Master Plan and review draft policies regarding the Recreation Fund and fee structures.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Update on consultant engagement for Park Improvements/Master Plan
• Draft policy for Recreation Fund
• Draft policy for fee structure
• Discussion of small capital improvement and maintenance plan, including sound mitigation

The Granby Parks & Recreation Board held a routine meeting with no public comment. They approved the previous meeting's minutes with a correction and unanimously re-elected Anthony McGovern as chair and Greg Dion as vice chair. Updates were given on the Ahrens Park master plan, including a public input session scheduled for April 1, and on pending policy drafts for fees and recreation funds.

• Approved minutes with correction to start time (6-0)
• Re-elected Anthony McGovern as chair and Greg Dion as vice chair (6-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board will receive the Town Manager's proposed FY26 budget as required by Town Charter Section 10-2. They will also consider a lease for 83 Salmon Brook Street and discuss accepting Harness Way as a town road with a referral to Planning and Zoning. Other items include appointments, a special permit request for alcohol at a Parks and Recreation rental, and a presentation on the Library's long-range strategic plan.

• Town Manager delivers FY26 budget document (FY26BUDGET.PDF) per Town Charter Section 10-2
• Discussion and action on 83 Salmon Brook Street Lease (83SBSTREET.PDF)
• Harness Way Road Acceptance and referral to Planning and Zoning (HARNESSWAY.PDF)
• Parks and Recreation rental request for special permit for alcohol consumption (PNRRENTALREQUEST.PDF)
• Appointments per Town Charter Section 7.4 for Town Clerk (APPT030325.PDF)

The Board of Selectmen voted 5-0 to direct the Town Manager to extend an employment offer to Jen Espinal for the Town Clerk position. They also approved a special permit for alcohol consumption at Salmon Brook Park on May 10, 2025, from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Two items were tabled: the 83 Salmon Brook Street lease and the Harness Way Road acceptance. The FY 2025-26 budget was presented but not voted on.

• Approved minutes of February 18, 2025 (5-0)
• Tabled 83 Salmon Brook Street lease until March 17, 2025 (5-0)
• Tabled Harness Way Road acceptance until further notice (5-0)
• Directed Town Manager to extend employment offer to Jen Espinal for Town Clerk (5-0)
• Approved alcohol consumption at Salmon Brook Park on May 10, 2025, 12:30-4:30 p.m. (5-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee (CPPAC) has cancelled its regular meetings scheduled for March 3 and March 24, 2025. The next regular meeting will be on April 7, 2025. No business items are discussed at this cancelled meeting.

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update from consultant BFJ on the status of work, property owner outreach, and preliminary design for the Granby Center. They will also review the background of the 2009 adoption of Granby Center Zones. This is a discussion item; no final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Update from BFJ on status and timeline of planning work
• Discussion of zoning ideas for Granby Center
• Preliminary design work update
• Background review of 2009 Granby Center Zones adoption
• Property owner outreach update

The Granby Center Advisory Committee heard preliminary zoning and design ideas from consultant BFJ for the Granby Center, including proposed changes to setbacks, building heights, and lot sizes. No formal decisions were made; the committee approved the minutes of the previous meeting and discussed next steps, including a public workshop on April 3rd.

• Approved minutes of January 29, 2025 (3-0-2)
• Discussed preliminary zoning ideas for Granby Center Zones A and B
• Proposed maximum front yard setback of 20 feet on local roads, 30 feet on state roads
• Proposed building height increase to 3.5 stories and 48 feet
• Proposed minimum lot area reduction from 20,000 to 15,000 sq ft
• Proposed minimum lot frontage reduction from 100 to 75 feet in Zone A
• Proposed multi-family minimum lot area reduction from 5 acres to 1.5 acres in Zone B
• Scheduled public workshop for April 3rd and larger presentation for May 28th

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will receive an update from consultant BFJ on the Granby Center Master Plan, including property owner outreach, proposed zoning ideas (reduced setbacks, increased heights, parking changes), and preliminary design work for the Granby Green and Bank Street area. They will also review the history of the existing Granby Center zones adopted in 2009. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• Discussion of proposed zoning map changes including reduced front yard setback to 15 ft and max 20 ft on local roads in GC-A district
• Proposal to allow 3.5 stories/48 ft for mixed-use buildings in GC-A district with 35% ground-floor commercial requirement
• Increasing max lot coverage to 40% and decreasing min lot area to 15,000 SF in GC-A district
• Changing retail, mixed-use, multifamily, banks, and personal services from special permit to permitted uses in GC-A district
• Preliminary design concepts for Granby Green (two proposals), Green Ribbon linear public space, and potential townhouse development at 26 Hartford Avenue

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Board of Finance scheduled for February 24, 2025, has been cancelled by Chairman Michael Guarco, Jr. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2025.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss several town infrastructure and administrative items. Key agenda points include a bond referendum for the Doherty Bridge and a lease for 83 Salmon Brook Street.

• Bond Referendum for Doherty Bridge
• Lease agreement and amended draft lease for 83 Salmon Brook Street (Freshies)
• Solar array for Public Works Garage
• STEAP Grant submission approval
• Grant fund appropriation for Holcomb Farm signage

The Granby Board of Selectmen approved a resolution to accept a $700,000 Connecticut STEAP grant for handicapped accessibility improvements at Salmon Brook Park North Fields. The board also directed the town manager to negotiate a 20-year solar agreement with Connecticut Greenbank for the Public Works garage roof, and tabled a lease agreement for 83 Salmon Brook Street to allow for public review of amended terms. Additionally, the board ratified the filing of an appeal of the KCE Battery Project approval and approved a $2,297.27 appropriation from the Parks and Recreation Fund for a Holcomb Farm sign.

• Approved $700K STEAP grant application for Salmon Brook Park accessibility (5-0)
• Directed town manager to negotiate 20-year solar contract with CT Greenbank for DPW garage roof (5-0)
• Tabled lease agreement for 83 Salmon Brook Street for review of amended terms (5-0)
• Ratified filing of appeal of KCE Battery Project approval (5-0)
• Approved $2,297.27 appropriation from Parks and Recreation Fund for Holcomb Farm sign (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for February 18, 2025. No items were discussed or decided due to the cancellation.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing on a permit application for a 7-lot single-family subdivision at 188 Day Street, with associated site work in a regulated area. It will also consider permit requests for a deck/patio at 310R Salmon Brook Street and a shed at 29 Canton Road, and an enforcement order hearing for unpermitted activities at 310R Salmon Brook Street.

• Public hearing: 188 Day Street – 7-lot single-family subdivision by Peak Mountain Development, LLC
• Permit request: 310R Salmon Brook Street – deck, patio, block wall, and site improvements within regulated area
• Permit request: 29 Canton Road – remove existing shed and install new 12x16 prefab shed within regulated area
• Enforcement order hearing: 310R Salmon Brook Street – unpermitted activities adjacent to East Branch of Salmon Brook
• Action on minutes of January 8, 2025

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The provided text is a publication record for a legal notice, not the actual agenda for the Granby Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission meeting. No decisions, proposals, or discussions can be reported from this source.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a public hearing on a permit application for a 7-lot single-family residential subdivision at 188 Day Street. The commission also reviews two permit requests: a deck and improvements at 310R Salmon Brook Street and a shed at 29 Canton Road. An enforcement order hearing addresses unauthorized regulated activities at 310R Salmon Brook Street.

• Public hearing for 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street by Peak Mountain Development
• Permit request for deck, patio, block wall, and driveway improvements at 310R Salmon Brook Street
• Permit request to replace shed at 29 Canton Road
• Enforcement order for unpermitted activities adjacent to East Branch of Salmon Brook at 310R Salmon Brook Street

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved a permit for Marko Lamaj at 310R Salmon Brook Street to construct a rear deck, patio, block wall, and site/driveway improvements within a regulated area, with conditions including planting soil-stabilizing shrubs. The commission also continued a permit application for a new shed at 29 Canton Road and a public hearing for a 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street to the next meeting.

• Approved permit for 310R Salmon Brook Street (7-0)
• Continued permit for 29 Canton Road shed replacement to next meeting (7-0)
• Continued public hearing for 188 Day Street 7-lot subdivision to next meeting
• Approved January 8, 2025 minutes as amended (6-0-1, F. Jones abstained)

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board will review November minutes and a staff report, then discuss grant requirements for a community survey on vaping and other prevention concerns. The board will also consider a timeline for a crash demonstration with schools, potentially for the 2025/26 school year, and hear sector reports from YAC, YMCA, schools, and recreation.

• Grant requirements: data collection on vaping and other prevention concerns via community survey update
• Timeline for crash demo working with school: possible 2025/26 school year
• November minutes review
• Sector reports from YAC, YMCA, Schools, Recreation
• Old business: work plan for grant and demo

Agricultural Commission

The Granby Agricultural Commission will meet to approve minutes from November, set the date for Open Farm Day 2025 and discuss next steps, and receive an update on the Right to Farm Ordinance. The agenda also includes planning for Ag Day at the Capital.

• Approve minutes from November meeting
• Set date for Open Farm Day 2025 and discuss save-the-date cards
• Ag Day at the Capital planning
• Right to Farm Ordinance Update

The commission unanimously approved holding Open Farm Day on September 6, 2025, and will print save-the-date postcards before Agriculture Day at the Capitol. They also approved the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting (3-0-1). Other items discussed included using the Hive platform for planning, attending Agriculture Day on March 19, and a possible Granby Egg Trail, but no decisions were made on those.

• Approved minutes of Nov 13, 2024 meeting (3-0-1)
• Unanimously approved Open Farm Day on Sept 6, 2025
• Decided to print Save-the-Date postcards before Ag Day at the Capital

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for signs at 21 Hartford Avenue. The body will also discuss proposed revisions and corrections to the town's Zoning Regulations.

• Public hearing for a 30.9 square foot illuminated freestanding sign and 10.8 square foot incidental signs at 21 Hartford Avenue
• Discussion of proposed revisions and corrections to the Zoning Regulations

Planning & Zoning Commission

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Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for an illuminated freestanding sign and other signs at 21 Hartford Avenue in the COCE Zone. The Commission will also discuss proposed revisions and corrections to the Zoning Regulations. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes, receiving new applications, and staff reports.

• Public hearing for special permit (File Z-1-25) for illuminated freestanding sign at 21 Hartford Avenue, COCE Zone
• Commission discussion on proposed revisions and corrections to Zoning Regulations
• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2025 meeting
• Public session for items not on agenda or subject to public hearing
• Staff report and correspondence

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special permit for new illuminated signage at 21 Hartford Avenue for Windsor Federal Bank, replacing existing signs after a rebrand. The commission also scheduled a public hearing for proposed zoning regulation revisions on March 25, 2025, and received notice of a new application for recreational activities at 514 Salmon Brook Street.

• Approved special permit for illuminated signs at 21 Hartford Avenue (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 (6-0-1, Johnson abstained)
• Scheduled public hearing on zoning regulation revisions for March 25, 2025
• Received application for recreational activities at 514 Salmon Brook Street for next meeting

Conservation Commission

The Granby Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a chairman and vice chairman, and discuss several ongoing topics including Barndoor Hills Farmland, composting, invasive species management, PACE, and Sustainable CT/Database. The meeting is procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed in the agenda.

• Election of chairman and vice chairman
• Barndoor Hills Farmland discussion
• Composting update
• Invasive species management
• Sustainable CT/Database update

The Granby Conservation Commission approved the December 2024 minutes and unanimously elected Kara Marshall as Chair and Zach Donais as Vice Chair. The commission discussed concerns about the Barndoor Hills farmland lease, including herbicide use and lease compliance, and agreed to meet with the Town Manager to review the lease and DEEP report. No formal decisions were made on the farmland lease or other agenda items; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Kara Marshall as Chairman and Zach Donais as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Agreed to set up meeting with Town Manager regarding Barndoor Hills farmland lease
• Agreed to invite Town Manager to next month's meeting
• Agreed to review DEEP report when received
• Agreed to review Inlands & Watercourses Commission minutes
• Assigned composting research tasks to W. Madsen and D. Desiderato
• Voted unanimously to adjourn at 8:16 p.m.

Board of Finance

The Granby Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several financial items. Key agenda items include approving minutes from the January 27 meeting, reviewing the 2024 Grand List along with revenue projections and a list of top ten taxpayers, and considering budget operations guidelines. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Approve minutes from January 27, 2025 meeting
• 2024 Grand List presented with memo from the Assessor
• Revenue projections review
• List of top ten taxpayers
• Budget operations guidelines discussion

The Board of Finance voted 5-0 to accept the FY26-B budget worksheet and set budget guidelines of 2.40% for the municipal budget and 3.25% for education, aiming to keep the mill rate increase below 4%. The board also approved the January 27, 2025 meeting minutes and reviewed the 2024 Grand List, which grew only 0.28% (under $3.9 million) versus the expected 1.25%.

• Approved January 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted FY26-B budget worksheet and set budget guidelines: 2.40% municipal, 3.25% education (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:30 p.m. (5-0)

Development Commission

The Development Commission will discuss a referral from the Board of Selectmen regarding the Right to Farm Ordinance. They will also review land use and development applications, discuss the economic climate and real estate activity, and consider approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Board of Selectmen referral on Right to Farm Ordinance
• Land use and development application update
• Discussion of economic climate, real estate, and current activity
• Action on minutes from January 7, 2025

The Granby Development Commission discussed the draft Right to Farm ordinance referred by the Board of Selectmen, hearing from Agricultural Commission Chair Heather Lombardo. The Commission decided to discuss the ordinance further at their March meeting and draft a formal response to the Board of Selectmen. No formal action was taken on the ordinance itself.

• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 (5-0-0)
• Deferred formal response to Right to Farm ordinance to March meeting

Library Board

The Granby Library Board will discuss updates on architect plans, capital campaign planning, and a library strategic plan proposal. The meeting also includes review of minutes, public comment, and liaison reports.

• Architect plans/study update for library renovation
• Capital campaign planning phase update
• Library renovation discussion
• Capital campaign consultant check-in
• Library strategic plan proposal

The Granby Library Board approved The Next Chapter! Strategic Plan 2025-2029 brochure as amended (9-0). The board voted 8-0 against purging Hartland patron records until April 1, 2025, following CT State Library advice. The library renovation is 99% complete, and the capital campaign is progressing.

• Approved The Next Chapter! Strategic Plan 2025-2029 brochure as amended (9-0)
• Voted against purging Hartland patron records until April 1, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 (7-0-2)

Commission on Aging

The February 10, 2025 meeting of the Commission on Aging was discussion-only, with no formal business conducted because the agenda was not submitted in time. Members discussed the Kearns Redevelopment Project and introduced J. Jalbert, whose appointment will be voted on at the March 10 meeting.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was discussion-only
• J. Jalbert introduced; appointment vote scheduled for March 10, 2025

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board will review updates on the park master plan consultant engagement, discuss park hours of operation, and consider subcommittee policy drafts for fee structure (pending) and recreation fund (draft complete). Board vacancies and staff updates are also on the agenda. Most items are informational or discussion-based with no final votes expected.

• Update on consultant engagement for park improvements/master plan
• Review of park hours of operation recommendation
• Discussion of fee structure policy (pending draft)
• Discussion of recreation fund policy (draft complete)
• Board vacancies and staff updates/requests

The Granby Parks & Recreation Board voted 5-0 to uphold the absence of posted park hours, confirming no change to current policy. Officer elections were deferred to the March meeting due to three new board members joining. The board also tabled minutes approval and received updates on the park master plan and 2025 community events.

• Upheld absence of posted park hours (5-0)
• Deferred officer elections to March 2025 meeting
• Tabled approval of minutes to March 2025 meeting
• Completed Recreation Fund policy

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will vote on next steps for the Kearns developer and consider approving a DPW Supervisor job description. They will also discuss a request for outside legal counsel and a communication from Scott Nolan regarding the town clerk's resignation. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, appointments, and reports from the town manager and selectmen.

• Vote on Kearns developer next steps
• Approval of Department of Public Works Supervisor job description
• Outside counsel request for legal services
• Scott Nolan communication regarding town clerk resignation
• Appointments to boards and commissions

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved hiring an attorney to explore an appeal of the Connecticut Siting Council's approval of the KCE Battery Project, with the town manager to report progress by February 18. They also directed the town manager to work with New Samaritan/7 Summits on a development agreement for the Kearns School senior housing initiative, with a report due by April 30. The board approved a new Facilities Supervisor job description and accepted the resignation of Town Clerk Scott Nolan.

• Authorized hiring attorney for KCE Battery Project appeal (5-0)
• Directed town manager to work with New Samaritan/7 Summits on Kearns School senior housing agreement (5-0)
• Approved Facilities Supervisor job description (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 Three Board meeting (5-0)
• Amended agenda to add reports, public input, and executive session (5-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss potential litigation (5-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee (CPPAC) meeting scheduled for February 3, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The next regular meeting is set for March 3, 2025.

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee will hear an update from planning consultant BFJ on the status of work, property owner meeting summary, market study findings, and zoning ideas. Proposed zoning changes include allowing residential flexibility, lowering minimum parking standards, reducing minimum lot sizes, and implementing design guidelines. The committee will also discuss planning an April public meeting and how public input from workshops is tracked and incorporated into the plan.

• BFJ update on status and timeline for Granby Center planning
• Zoning ideas: allow residential flexibility, lower minimum parking standards, create shared parking
• Zoning ideas: decrease minimum lot size for village-style development, reduce front yard setbacks
• Potential creation of a village district for zoning implementation
• Discussion of April public meeting and tracking of public input from workshops

The Granby Center Advisory Committee met and approved the minutes from November 25, 2024. They received updates on the BFJ project, including a draft market study and zoning ideas, and discussed the possibility of creating a Village District for Granby Center. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved minutes of November 25, 2024 (3-0-0)

Granby Center Advisory Committee

The Granby Center Advisory Committee is discussing a market analysis covering retail, commercial, and residential conditions in Granby and regional development trends. The analysis examines vacancy rates, rental trends, demographic shifts (population decline of 33 residents since 2010), and competitive pressures from Avon and Simsbury. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is informational.

• Median household income of $115,989, above state and national averages
• Population decline of 33 residents between 2010 and 2023
• Retail market evaluation compares competition from Avon and Simsbury
• Commercial market analysis notes shift toward flexible spaces for local services
• Proximity to Hartford (20 miles) and Bradley International Airport (12 miles) highlighted as locational advantages

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Granby Planning & Zoning Commission will receive presentations from the Conservation Commission on proposed invasive and native plant regulations and from the Agricultural Commission on a proposed Right to Farm ordinance, referred by the Board of Selectmen. The commission will also discuss further revisions and corrections to zoning regulations. Additionally, they will schedule a public hearing for a special permit application for an illuminated freestanding sign at 21 Hartford Avenue.

• Conservation Commission presentation on proposed invasive and native plant regulations
• Agricultural Commission presentation on proposed Right to Farm ordinance
• Commission discussion of proposed revisions and corrections to Zoning Regulations
• Application seeking special permit for illuminated sign at 21 Hartford Avenue (COCE Zone)
• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hear presentations from the Conservation Commission on proposed invasive and native plant regulations and from the Agricultural Commission on a proposed Right to Farm ordinance, referred by the Board of Selectmen. The Commission will also discuss proposed revisions to the Zoning Regulations and receive an application for a special permit for an illuminated freestanding sign at 21 Hartford Avenue.

• Conservation Commission presentation on proposed invasive and native plant regulations
• Agricultural Commission presentation on proposed Right to Farm ordinance, referral from Board of Selectmen
• Commission discussion of proposed revisions and corrections to the Zoning Regulations
• Application for special permit for illuminated freestanding sign at 21 Hartford Avenue, COCE Zone

The Planning & Zoning Commission discussed proposed regulations on invasive and native plantings, deciding to use the criteria as guidance only and directing staff to revise the regulation. They also discussed a proposed Right to Farm Ordinance, recommending the Board of Selectmen consider a resolution or policy statement instead of an ordinance. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to approve the December 10, 2024 minutes (6-0-1) and to adjourn (7-0-0).

• Approved December 10, 2024 minutes (6-0-1)
• Directed staff to revise proposed invasive/native plant regulations for guidance only
• Recommended Board of Selectmen consider resolution/policy statement instead of Right to Farm ordinance
• Tabled discussion on Neighborhood Retirement Housing until Granby Center study concludes
• Scheduled public hearing for special permit at 21 Hartford Avenue on February 11, 2025

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review tentative operating budget guidelines and 'Plus One' budgets for the municipal and Board of Education FY26 general funds. The board will also consider a transfer of funds for Parks and Recreation.

• Consideration of fund transfer for Parks and Recreation
• Review of Municipal Plus One General Fund FY26 Budget
• Review of BOE Plus One General Fund FY26 Budget
• Review of Board of Finance FY 26 Worksheet
• Review of December 2024 Town Budget Operations and BOE Budget Expense reports

The Board of Finance approved a $14,500 appropriation from the Parks and Recreation Special Revenue Fund to fund a recreation facilities analysis by GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. The board also approved the November 25, 2024 meeting minutes. Financial reports were presented, noting higher tax collections and increased overtime costs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $14,500 appropriation for GZA GeoEnvironmental park analysis (6-0)
• Approved November 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Employee Health Benefits Fund Advisory Committee

The Employee Health Benefits Fund Advisory Committee will review current claims data and make a recommendation for the 2024-25 self-insurance funding level. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other business.

• Review of current claims and numbers
• Recommendation for 2024-25 self-insurance funding level
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Employee Health Benefits Fund Advisory Committee reviewed current claims and projections, noting a projected 8% increase for the current policy year. They agreed to maintain a 2.9% increase for the health reserve and set a fund balance goal of 5% of paid claims ($1.7M). The committee also approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed changes to health plans and policies.

• Approved minutes of November 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Agreed to maintain 2.9% increase for health reserve
• Set fund balance goal at 5% of paid claims ($1.7M)

Commission on Aging

This meeting consisted of discussion only because the agenda was not submitted in a timely manner. The Commission heard a history of the Kearns Redevelopment Project from J. Donihee-Perron and discussed the developer, negotiations, and a site visit. J. Jalbert was introduced; a vote to confirm the appointment will occur at the March 10, 2025 meeting.

• Introduction of J. Jalbert to the Commission
• Discussion of Kearns Redevelopment Project history and negotiations
• Overview of developer selection and site visit plans
• No formal business conducted due to late agenda submission
• Next meeting scheduled for March 10, 2025

The Commission on Aging held a special meeting to discuss the Kearns School project, focusing on the two remaining proposals presented at the BOS/COA meeting. Members shared their priorities for the project, including architectural compatibility, on-site social work and maintenance staff, ADA-compliant units, building safety, ownership continuity, and maximizing affordable elderly housing. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and ended with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (8-0-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen, Board of Education, and Board of Finance are meeting jointly to review the plus-one budget proposals for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The agenda includes presentations and comments from the Town Manager, School Superintendent, and Board of Finance Chair, followed by public comments and discussion.

• Review of the Board of Selectmen's plus-one budget (document 2526PLUSONEBUDGETBOS.PDF)
• Review of the Board of Education's plus-one budget (document FY25BOEPLUSONEBUDGETMEMOTOBOF.PDF)
• Public comments on the 2025-26 budget
• Comment from Town Manager Mike Walsh and School Superintendent Cheri Burke
• Discussion of items of interest concerning the 2025-26 budget

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and make appointments. The session includes updates on Kearns School and a review of budget operations and ARPA financials.

• Appointments per BOS Appointment Memo 1.21.2025
• Kearns School update
• Budget operations highlights for December 2024
• ARPA financial report as of January 14, 2025

The Board of Selectmen approved the reappointment of 21 members to various town boards and commissions, as recommended by the Democratic and Republican Town Committees. The board also approved the minutes from its January 6 and January 13 meetings. The meeting included updates on town projects and financials, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved 21 appointments/reappointments to Conservation Commission, Park & Recreation Board, Library Board, Agricultural Commission, Commission on Aging, and Development Commission (4-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee (CPPAC) has cancelled its regular meetings scheduled for January 6 and January 21, 2025. No business will be conducted at these cancelled meetings. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property on Silver Street. The board will also act on the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Patrick Hasiuk seeking a front yard variance (Section 5.1) to build a 1,600 square foot barn at 200 Silver Street

The Granby Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-0 to grant Patrick Hasiuk a 15-foot front yard variance to construct a 1,600 square foot barn at 200 Silver Street. The variance was needed because the structure, as built, was 35 feet from the front property line instead of the required 50 feet, due to a measuring error. The board cited hardships including topography, drainage issues, and the irregularly shaped lot. The board also approved the November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1).

• Granted 15-foot front yard variance for barn at 200 Silver Street (5-0)
• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Zoning Board of Appeals

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Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Patrick Hasiuk seeking a 15-foot front yard variance to allow a 1,600 square foot barn at 200 Silver Street, which was built 35 feet from the property line instead of the required 50 feet. The board will also consider approving minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. After the hearing, they may take action on the variance.

• Public hearing on appeal by Patrick Hasiuk for a front yard variance to construct a 1,600 sq ft barn at 200 Silver Street (File Z01-25-01)
• Variance request of 15 feet from the 50-foot front yard setback under Zoning Regulation Section 5.1
• Supporting letters from neighbors Gary and Anne Adamson (187 Silver Street) and John Boyer (205 Silver Street)
• Applicant cites topography, drainage issues, and irregular lot shape as hardships
• Board will also act on minutes of November 19, 2024

Planning & Zoning Commission

This agenda is a notice of cancellation. The Planning and Zoning Commission will not hold its regularly scheduled meeting on January 14, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

Conservation Commission

The commission will approve December 2024 meeting minutes, elect a chairman and vice chairman, and discuss Barndoor Hills Farmland, composting, invasive species, PACE, and Sustainable CT/Database. Public comment will be heard before these discussions.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Discussion of Barndoor Hills Farmland
• Discussion on composting programs
• Discussion on invasive species management
• Discussion of PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) program

The Conservation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025, was cancelled. No decisions were made or items discussed.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to hear presentations and discuss proposals for redeveloping the Kearns School into senior affordable housing. Two groups will present: 7 Summits Realty/New Samaritan and Timothy Bobroske/Michael Chadwick. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and business presentation.

• Presentation by 7 Summits Realty and New Samaritan on senior housing proposal for Kearns School
• Presentation by Timothy Bobroske and Michael Chadwick on Kearns School redevelopment proposal
• Public session for resident comments

The Board of Selectmen held a special meeting to hear presentations from two developer teams proposing to redevelop Kearns School into affordable senior and mixed-income housing. No decisions were made; the board discussed the proposals and heard public comment. The goal is to have a contract in place by the end of June 2025.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was for presentations and discussion only
• Adjourned meeting at 9:14 p.m. (5-0)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The commission was invited to attend the Board of Selectman meeting instead.

Library Board

The regular January 8, 2025 Library Board meeting has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2025 at 6:30 pm in the Fox Meeting Room at Granby Public Library.

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board and Designated Local Prevention Council are meeting to review staff and sector reports. The board is discussing grant requirements for community vaping data and the timeline for a school crash demo.

• Data collection on vaping and prevention concerns due 1/25
• Timeline for school crash demo potentially for 2025/26 school year
• Onboarding of new school representatives
• Reports from YAC, YMCA, Schools, and Recreation

The Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board met on January 8, 2025, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed updates on a car crash, recruitment of a new parent, and school dances, with three dances planned for the year. New business included discussions on cell phone usage in schools and the possibility of offering the Screenages movie. No formal votes were taken on these topics.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed pairing with GMHS for 2025/2026 school year
• Planned three dances for the year; YMCH may host 8th grade dance
• Discussed cell phone usage in schools and pending legislation
• Discussed Screenages movie as a possible offering
• Discussed 'Wait till 8' initiative

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a public hearing on a permit application for a 7-lot single-family subdivision at 188 Day Street, along with an enforcement hearing for unpermitted regulated activities at 310R Salmon Brook Street. The commission will also review a request for temporary erosion control measures at 90 Salmon Brook Street.

• Permit application by Peak Mountain Development LLC for a 7-lot single-family subdivision at 188 Day Street within a regulated area
• Enforcement hearing for M. Lamaj regarding unpermitted regulated activities at 310R Salmon Brook Street adjacent to East Branch of Salmon Brook
• Request for review from J. Gravel for temporary erosion and sedimentation control at 90 Salmon Brook Street

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will consider a permit for a 7-lot single-family residential subdivision at 188 Day Street involving work in a regulated area. They will also hold an enforcement hearing for unauthorized regulated activities at 310R Salmon Brook Street. Additionally, they will review a request for temporary erosion control measures at 90 Salmon Brook Street and approve minutes from December 11, 2024.

• Permit request for 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street (Peak Mountain Development, LLC)
• Enforcement hearing for unpermitted regulated activities at 310R Salmon Brook Street (M. Lamaj)
• Review temporary erosion and sedimentation control at 90 Salmon Brook Street (J. Gravel)
• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission voted 6-0 to uphold an enforcement order against Marko Lamaj for conducting regulated activities without a permit adjacent to the East Branch of Salmon Brook. The order will transfer to new owners as the property is under contract. The commission also received a permit application for a 7-lot subdivision at 188 Day Street and scheduled a public hearing for the next regular meeting.

• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 (5-0-1, V. Direnzo abstained)
• Received 7-lot subdivision application at 188 Day Street and scheduled public hearing (6-0)
• Upheld enforcement order for 310R Salmon Brook Street (6-0)

Development Commission

The Development Commission will meet to discuss a referral from the Board of Selectmen regarding a Right to Farm Ordinance. The body will also review potential projects for 2025 and current land use applications.

• Board of Selectmen referral on Right to Farm Ordinance
• Discussion of possible 2025 projects
• Land use and development application update
• Discussion of economic climate and real estate activity

The Granby Development Commission voted to approve the December 9, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0-2). They discussed the Board of Selectmen's referral of a draft right-to-farm ordinance and decided to invite the Agricultural Commission chair to the next meeting to explain it. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included updates on potential 2025 projects and land use applications.

• Approved December 9, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Decided to invite Agricultural Commission chair to next meeting to explain right-to-farm ordinance

Park & Recreation Board

The Park & Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to receive updates on the park improvements/master plan consultant engagement and subcommittee work on fee structure and Recreation Fund policies. The board will also discuss park hours of operation, current park projects, and board vacancies. The meeting includes public session and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Update on consultant engagement for park improvements/master plan
• Policy setting around fee structure
• Policy setting around Recreation Fund
• Discussion of park hours of operation
• Update on current park projects from staff

The Parks & Recreation Board selected GZA of Springfield, MA, to conduct a six-month facility analysis focusing on Salmon Brook Park and Ahrens Park. Two board members, Kathy Ungerleider and Julie Haefner, announced they would not seek another term, and the board tabled the approval of previous meeting minutes to February. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Selected GZA for Parks and Recreation Facility Analysis (no vote recorded)
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes to February 2025
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider approving the 'Plus One' General Fund FY26 Budget Narrative and a call for a Three Board Meeting to review all Plus One requests. Other action items include approval of a radio communications system agreement, a Park and Recreation study appropriation request, and a neglected cemetery account grant program authorization. The board will also receive a presentation on the CLEAR program and consider a proposed amendment to CPPAC voting membership.

• Approval of 'Plus One' General Fund FY26 Budget Narrative
• Call for a Three Board Meeting to review all Plus Ones
• Radio Communication's System Agreement Approval
• Park and Recreation Study Appropriation Request
• Neglected Cemetery Account Grant Program Authorization

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved a $3,977,306.22 contract with Marcus Communications for a new townwide emergency radio system, plus a $50,000 extension for consulting firm Federal Engineering. They also approved entering the CLEAR addiction recovery program with McCall Behavioral Health Network, using up to $28,000 per year in opioid settlement funds. Other actions included approving the FY26 Plus-One budget narrative, a Senior Accountant job description, and a $14,500 park study appropriation.

• Approved $3,977,306.22 radio system contract with Marcus Communications (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 extension of Federal Engineering consulting agreement (5-0)
• Approved CLEAR program MOU with McCall Behavioral Health Network, up to $28,000/yr opioid funds (5-0)
• Approved FY26 Plus-One budget narrative and set Three Board Meeting for Jan 21, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Senior Accountant job description (5-0)
• Approved $14,500 appropriation for GZA park study, forwarded to Board of Finance (5-0)
• Approved Town Treasurer as voting member of CPPAC (5-0)
• Approved relinquishing cemetery rights on Phelps Road (5-0)

Capital Program Priorities Advisory Committee

The Capital Program Priority Advisory Committee meetings scheduled for January 6, 2025, and January 21, 2025, have been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2025.