Ledyard public meetings in 2025

Library Commission

The Ledyard Library Commission is holding a special meeting at Bill Library to conduct routine business. The agenda includes a call to order, public comments, reports from the treasurer and director, approval of the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes, and election of officers. No major policy decisions or funding items are listed.

• Election of officers for the Library Commission
• Approval of November 17, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Director's report (Aug 2025 and July 2025 DRComm)
• Investment Working Group and Friends of Ledyard Library reports

The Library Commission held a special meeting and approved the 2026 officer slate, electing John Bolduc as Chair, Rolf Racich as Vice Chair, Ralph Hightower as Treasurer, and Ellin Grenger as Secretary. The commission also approved the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; reports and public comments were none.

• Approved 2026 officer slate: Bolduc (Chair), Racich (Vice Chair), Hightower (Treasurer), Grenger (Secretary) (5-0)
• Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Ledyard Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is holding an organizational meeting. The committee will vote to approve its October 15, 2025 regular minutes and review outstanding action items from a November 12, 2025 memo forwarded by the Town Council. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Motion to approve minutes of October 15, 2025 (COM-REL-MIN-2025-10-15)
• Review of outstanding action items from memo dated November 12, 2025 (MEMO-COMM REL-DEI-TRANSITION ITEMS-2025-11-12)

The Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approved its regular meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year, setting meetings for the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The committee also reviewed a list of outstanding business items from the previous Town Council term, including events and initiatives, and noted they would discuss these further at a later meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2026 regular meeting schedule (3-0)
• Reviewed outstanding business items from November 12, 2025 memo

Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Ledyard Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion held its first regular meeting, approving minutes from October 15, 2025, and adding four new discussion items to the agenda: DEI crossover with the Board of Education, ADA Month organizations, the immigrant community, and the New London Homeless Hospitality Center. The committee discussed but took no formal action on several ongoing initiatives, including Primary Care for All, developing a relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council, and planning for Black History Month and other heritage events. No residents or property owners commented during the public comment period.

• Approved minutes of October 15, 2025 (3-0)
• Added four new agenda items: DEI/BOE crossover, ADA Month, immigrant community, homeless center (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:39 p.m. (3-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes as written. The commission discussed the Clark Farm agreement renewal, with Chairman Garstka to meet with the Mayor to discuss next steps. New Town Council Liaison Ty Lamb introduced himself and suggested the commission review its ordinances. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0, 1 excused, 2 absent)
• Discussed Clark Farm agreement renewal criteria, next steps to be determined
• Discussed potential hay farming on Clark Farm, requiring at least 5-year lease
• Discussed impact of state affordable housing law on farmland
• Discussed possible ADU encouragement in Ledyard
• Scheduled joint meeting for April (date not set)

Retirement Board

The Ledyard Retirement Board will hear a third-quarter investment review from Fiducient Advisors, receive updates from the Human Resources Director and Finance Director, and consider a revision to the town's defined benefit pension plan. The board will also vote on approving the November 18 meeting minutes, elect officers, and approve a $13,235.14 payment to Fiducient Advisors for consulting services.

• Third quarter 2025 investment review by Fiducient Advisors
• Motion to approve $13,235.14 invoice #609_12312025 to Fiducient Advisors for Q4 2025 consulting
• Defined Benefit Plan revision update
• Election of officers
• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes

The Ledyard Retirement Board approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes, re-elected John Rodolico as chairperson and Sharon Wadecki as vice-chairperson, and approved a $13,235.14 payment to Fiducient Advisors for pension consulting. The board also discussed the Defined Benefit Plan revision, which is awaiting legal review, and noted a potential WPCA contribution issue. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 excused)
• Elected John Rodolico as Chairperson (3-0, 1 excused)
• Elected Sharon Wadecki as Vice-Chairperson (3-0, 1 excused)
• Approved $13,235.14 payment to Fiducient Advisors for pension consulting (3-0, 1 excused)

Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission tabled the FY2026-27 budget and the election of officers, with no vote taken on either item. The commission approved the 2026 meeting calendar and accepted the Director's report, which noted the Hometown Heroes event's success and equipment failures. Members discussed potential capital projects for FY26-27, including security cameras, LED field lights, and park amenities, but took no action.

• FY2026-27 budget discussion tabled
• Election of officers tabled
• 2026 meeting calendar approved (6-0)
• Director's report accepted (6-0)
• November 18, 2025 minutes approved (6-0)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Ledyard Water Pollution Control Authority will hold its regular meeting to review and approve minutes, receive operational and financial reports, and discuss old business including an update on 8 Smith Pond Way, a draft policy on un-metered service leaks, and the status of a lead survey. New business includes draft FY27 sewer and water budget worksheets.

• Review and approval of minutes from November 25 and October 28, 2025
• Update on 8 Smith Pond Way
• Draft policy addressing un-metered service leaks
• Status of lead survey and Finance/Town Council vote results
• FY27 Sewer/Water Budget Worksheets (draft)

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved the November 25 and October 28 meeting minutes, with the latter amended to clarify that the hydraulic model purchase order was voted on in June. The board discussed a draft policy for un-metered service leaks, considering options like installing curb stop meters and changing billing practices, but took no formal action. They also noted that the Finance Committee and Town Council approved Arcadis for Lead and Copper Rule compliance engineering services, and discussed a projected budget shortfall due to a higher-than-expected rate increase from Groton Utilities.

• Approved November 25, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)
• Discussed draft policy on un-metered service leaks; no action taken
• Noted Finance Committee and Town Council approval of Arcadis for LCRR compliance
• Action item: request updated rate structure from Groton Utilities

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and committee reports. The main business is electing officers and beginning the fiscal year 2027 budget workshop, with draft budget worksheets attached. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Election of officers
• FY 2027 budget workshop with draft budget worksheets
• Approval of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Sawmill donation from Girl Scouts Tracy Hooper
• Financial reports for Sawmill donation, capital account, general fund, and NLH donation

The Ledyard Historic District Commission approved adding back fiscal agent language to its Rules and Procedures and appointed two members to review the wording. It also approved the November minutes with amendments, appointed alternates as voting members, and amended the January agenda to include officer elections. No major project approvals or denials occurred.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes as amended (6-0, Lamb excused)
• Appointed alternates Godino and Geer as voting members
• Approved adding fiscal agent language to Rules and Procedures (6-0, Lamb excused)
• Appointed Chittim and Kelley to review fiscal agent wording (6-0, Lamb excused)
• Amended January agenda to add Election of Officers under Roll Call (6-0, Lamb excused)
• Adjourned at 8:16 p.m. (6-0, Lamb excused)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission will consider and possibly vote on proposed settlement language in the pending litigation City of Groton v. Town of Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission (Docket No. HHD-LND-CV-24-6194782-S). The commission will also hold a pre-application workshop on future revisions to Section 9.4 (Parking Requirements and Design Standards) of the Zoning Regulations, and discuss proposed revisions to Section 12.1 (Coastal Area Management) and House Bill 8002. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Vote on settlement language in City of Groton v. Town of Ledyard PZC litigation
• Workshop on revisions to Section 9.4 Parking Requirements and Design Standards
• Old business: PZ#25-8SITE site plan for new 2,370 sq ft building at 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway
• New business: PZ#25-9SUB 3-lot subdivision at 939 Long Cove Rd, Gales Ferry
• Discussion of revisions to Section 12.1 Coastal Area Management and House Bill 8002

The Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission approved a 3-lot subdivision at 939 Long Cove Road (PZ#25-9SUB) with conditions, including open space dedication requirements and plan revisions. It also approved a site plan for a new commercial building at 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway (PZ#25-8SITE) with conditions. The commission approved settlement language in pending litigation with the City of Groton, and referred parking regulation revisions to a subcommittee. No public hearings were held.

• Approved 3-lot subdivision at 939 Long Cove Rd (5-0) with conditions
• Approved site plan for new 2,400 sq ft building at 5A Lorenz Industrial Pkwy (5-0) with conditions
• Approved settlement language in City of Groton v. Town of Ledyard PZC litigation (5-0)
• Referred parking regulation revisions to subcommittee (5-0)
• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled November 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council will hold its regular meeting on December 10, 2025, to consider a range of financial and administrative actions. Key items include motions to approve bid waivers for equipment and software, appropriations from vehicle sales, an additional appropriation for a part-time position, a contract with Arcadis for a lead survey, and a revised income schedule for elderly/disabled tax relief. The council will also vote on a motion to reject the proposed Ledyard Education Association contract for 2026-2029, and approve the FY 2026/2027 budget directive and Town Council department budgets. The agenda includes a presentation on the special election for State Representative, and numerous communications and liaison reports.

• Motion to reject the Ledyard Education Association contract (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029)
• Bid waiver for Ransome Attachments: $19,500 for used Cobra screening bucket
• Bid waiver for Schneider Geospatial: up to $15,000 for fleet management program
• Appropriations from vehicle sales: $12,994 to capital accounts
• Additional appropriation of $11,285 for Land Use Fiscal Assistant II hours increase

The Town Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget Letter of Directive, which sets budget preparation guidelines for the Mayor and Board of Education. The council also voted not to reject the new three-year teachers' contract, meaning it takes effect automatically. Several bid waivers and appropriations were approved, and the council canceled its December 24 meeting.

• Approved FY26/27 Budget Letter of Directive (7-1)
• Voted not to reject Ledyard Education Association contract, allowing it to take effect (0-8 on motion to reject)
• Added Flock Safety to Standing Bid Waiver List for ALPR cameras (8-0)
• Granted bid waiver for used screening bucket, $19,500 (8-0)
• Granted bid waiver to Schneider Geospatial, up to $15,000 (8-0)
• Approved $12,994 appropriation from GovDeals vehicle sales (8-0)
• Approved $11,285 to increase Land Use Fiscal Assistant II to full-time (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign contract with Arcadis for lead survey (8-0)

Administration Committee

The Ledyard Administration Committee is holding an organizational meeting to set its regular meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year and to review outstanding action items from a November 12, 2025 memo. The meeting is procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Motion to adopt 2026 meeting schedule: second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m., with November 11 cancelled for holiday
• Review of outstanding action items from November 12, 2025 memo forwarded by the Administration Committee of the Twenty-seventh Town Council

The Administration Committee approved its 2026 regular meeting schedule (second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m., with the November 11 meeting cancelled for Veterans Day). The committee also reviewed outstanding action items from the previous council, including a motion to appoint Joshua Mackin to the Planning & Zoning Commission, establishing an ad hoc committee for capital improvement projects, and creating a code of ethics—these were noted as items for further discussion at the regular meeting later that evening. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (3-0)
• Reviewed outstanding action items; deferred discussion to regular meeting

Administration Committee

The Ledyard Administration Committee will discuss and possibly act on a proposed Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission ordinance, as well as a resolution to establish an ad hoc committee for capital improvement building projects. The agenda also includes several appointments and reappointments to town boards and commissions, and a motion to remove from the table a prior appointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Discussion and possible action on proposed ordinance establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission
• Discussion and possible action to establish an Ad Hoc Committee to develop process for capital improvement building projects
• Motion to remove from table and appoint Joshua Mackin to Planning & Zoning Commission as Alternate Member
• Appointments to Beautification Committee: Mechelle Barber and Michelle Hagerty
• Reappointments to Historic District Commission: Douglas Kelley and Kenneth Geer

Conservation Commission

The Ledyard Conservation Commission is holding its regular meeting with a standard agenda. They will review and approve the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes, receive public comments, and discuss informational items. Old business includes property walks, financial reports, the Pollinator Pathways Project, and field clearing at White-Hall Property. New business includes a possible reimbursement for Glacier Park signage.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from October 14, 2025
• Financial reports: White Hall GL account detail, Conservation general YTD, Trail Maintenance YTD (all as of 12-2-25)
• Pollinator Pathways Project continued discussion
• Field Clearing at White-Hall Property
• Glacier Park signage reimbursement

The Ledyard Conservation Commission approved a $20 reimbursement to Dave Cohen for a security camera sign at Glacier Park, and unanimously approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed property walks, including a needed foot bridge at Pike Marshall, and considered writing a letter of support for invasive species surveying. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $20 reimbursement to Dave Cohen for security camera sign (7-0)
• Discussed foot bridge installation at Pike Marshall property
• Discussed potential letter of support for invasive species survey

Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee

The Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee will hold an organizational meeting to elect its officers and approve the 2026 regular meeting schedule. The body will also review Resolution 004-2025/Jun 25, which established the committee to support the town's participation in the Sustainable CT Municipal Certification program. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Recording Secretary
• Motion to set the 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule
• Review of Resolution 004-2025/Jun 25 regarding Sustainable CT participation

The Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee held its organizational meeting, electing Nate Woody as Chairman, Beth Ribe as Vice Chairman, and Michael Dreimiller as Secretary. The committee approved its 2026 quarterly meeting schedule as amended, with dates on January 26, April 20, July 20, and October 19, 2026, plus January 25, 2027. Members also reviewed the enabling resolution and discussed a membership change due to an election.

• Elected Nate Woody as Chairman (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Beth Ribe as Vice Chairman (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Michael Dreimiller as Secretary (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 2026 quarterly meeting schedule as amended (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to consider a motion approving a Budget Letter of Directive to the Mayor and Board of Education for preparing the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget. The draft directive is dated November 24, 2025. The agenda also includes discussion of veterans tax relief programs and revenue loss, as well as the budget process charter for 2026-2027.

• Motion to approve Budget Letter of Directive for FY 2026/2027 budget preparation
• Discussion of veterans tax relief programs and revenue loss (email dated 2025-11-19)
• Budget process charter for 2026-2027

The Finance Committee voted 2-0 to recommend the Town Council approve a Budget Letter of Directive for the Mayor and Board of Education for the FY 2026/2027 budget, with three amendments. The amendments added language about reducing the mill rate after the 2025 revaluation, required departments to rank top ten priorities and describe an 'excellence gap', and set a guideline to limit budget increases to below three percent. The committee also added a requirement for budget submissions to identify shared services opportunities. The motion passed with Councilors Buhle and Garcia-Irizarry voting in favor; Councilor Ryan was excused.

• Approved amendment to add mill rate reduction language after 2025 revaluation (2-0)
• Approved amendment requiring departments to rank top ten budget priorities and describe 'excellence gap' (2-0)
• Approved amendment setting guideline to limit budget increases to below three percent (2-0)
• Approved amendment requiring identification of shared services opportunities (2-0)
• Approved main motion to recommend Budget Letter of Directive as amended (2-0)

America 250 Planning Committee

The America 250 Planning Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from September 9, 2025, and to vote on its 2026 meeting schedule. The committee will also discuss old business, including planning resources and correspondence related to America 250 initiatives.

• Motion to approve minutes of September 9, 2025
• Motion to approve 2026 meeting schedule
• Discussion of America 250 planning resources and letters

The America 250 Planning Committee approved the minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting and the 2026 meeting schedule. The committee also discussed upcoming events, including the July 4, 2026 celebration, and noted that selling items with the 'Ledyard Celebrates America 250' logo is not permitted, though giveaway items are allowed.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2025 meeting (3-0, 1 excused, 2 absent)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (3-0, 1 excused, 2 absent)

Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee

The Ledyard Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss several items: continued enforcement of the town's blight ordinance, historical research and potential historic designation for the Spicer Homestead Ruins, and criteria for leasing town-owned agricultural land (e.g., Clark Farm, former Norwich State Hospital property). The agenda also includes approval of the November 3, 2025 meeting minutes and public comments.

• Continued discussion on blight enforcement, with Blight Activity Report and Blight Ordinance (ORD-300-012-rev-1) attached
• Spicer Homestead Ruins historical research and photos, including historic designation letters and timeline
• Review of Agricultural Commission's proposed criteria for leasing town-owned land (Clark Farm, former Norwich State Hospital property)
• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2025 (LUPPW-MIN-2025-11-03)

The Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee met and discussed ongoing blight enforcement, including updates on specific properties and a zoning official's certification. They also discussed the Spicer Homestead Ruins historic designation and the Agricultural Commission's proposed criteria for leasing town-owned farmland. No final decisions were made on these items; discussions will continue at future meetings.

• Approved minutes of November 3, 2025 (3-0)
• Continued discussion on blight enforcement; noted compliance at 16 Nutmeg Drive and scheduled inspection for 28 Devonshire Drive
• Continued discussion on Spicer Homestead Ruins historic designation; no action taken
• Continued discussion on Agricultural Commission's proposed leasing criteria; no action taken

Public Safety Commission

The Ledyard Public Safety Commission is holding its regular December meeting. The agenda includes electing a committee chair and vice chair, approving the 2026 meeting calendar, and receiving updates on the Ledyard dispatch center, school public safety, the Fire/EMS radio project, and fire department grants. Members will also discuss ambulance transport to crisis intervention centers and emergency medical dispatch.

• Election of committee chair and vice chair
• Motion to approve 2026 meeting calendar
• Ledyard Dispatch Update
• Fire / EMS radio project update
• Discussion on ambulance transport to crisis intervention centers

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee is voting on the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget Letter of Directive and the Town Council Department budget of $259,255. The agenda includes motions to approve bid waivers for vehicle equipment and software services, as well as discussions on the use of National Opioid Settlement funds and ARPA capital projects.

• Motion to approve the Town Council Department Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget in the amount of $259,255
• Motion to approve a Budget Letter of Directive to the Mayor and Board of Education for FY 2026/2027
• Motion to grant a Bid Waiver to Ransome Attachments for $19,500 for a used 2020 Cobra screening bucket
• Motion to grant a Bid Waiver to Schneider Geospatial for up to $15,000 for a vehicle maintenance program
• Discussion regarding potential uses for National Opioid Settlement Payments

The Ledyard Finance Committee recommended approval of several items, including adding Flock Safety to the standing bid waiver list for four automated license plate readers, a bid waiver for a used screening bucket, a contract with Schneider Geospatial for fleet management software, and appropriations from vehicle sales. It also approved an additional appropriation to increase a Land Use Department position to full-time, authorized the mayor to sign a contract with Arcadis for a lead survey, and recommended a $289,255 Town Council budget for FY 2026/2027. All votes were 2-0 with one member excused.

• Approved adding Flock Safety to standing bid waiver list for ALPR cameras (2-0)
• Approved bid waiver for used Cobra screening bucket at $19,500 (2-0)
• Approved bid waiver for Schneider Geospatial fleet management software up to $15,000 (2-0)
• Approved appropriating $12,994 from vehicle sales to capital accounts (2-0)
• Approved $11,285 additional appropriation to increase Land Use Fiscal Assistant II to full-time (2-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign contract with Arcadis for lead survey cost estimate (2-0)
• Approved revised Appendix A Qualifying Income Schedule for tax relief (2-0)
• Recommended Town Council FY 2026/2027 budget of $289,255 (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee held an organizational meeting and approved its regular meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year, with meetings on the first and third Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. The committee also reviewed outstanding action items from the previous council, including joint meetings with the Board of Education, opioid settlement funding, grant opportunities, and ARPA project status. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2026 regular meeting schedule (first and third Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m.) (2-0)
• Discussed outstanding action items from prior council (no action taken)

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission will continue a public hearing on the Town of Ledyard's application to replace a failed culvert on Lambtown Road Extension, with a withdrawal letter received. The commission will also discuss three new 'as of right' determinations for emergency or maintenance work by Avalonia Land Conservancy and the town, including trenching a beaver dam and clearing invasive species.

• Public hearing continued for IWWC#25-19SITE: Lambtown Rd Extension culvert replacement (withdrawal letter received 12/2/25)
• Discussion & decision on IWWC#25-19SITE (same culvert application)
• IWWC#25-27AR: After-the-fact as-of-right determination for trenching beaver dam at 25 Harvard Terrace & 39 Military Highway to alleviate flooding on CT Route 12 & Christy Hill Rd
• IWWC#25-25AR: As-of-right determination to clear invasive species at Founders Preserve, 334 Colonel Ledyard Highway
• IWWC#25-26AR: As-of-right determination to clear invasive species at Pike Marshall Preserve, 104 Gallup Hill Road

The Commission approved three as-of-right determinations, declaring emergency flood work and invasive species clearing as non-regulated activities requiring no permits. A public hearing for a culvert replacement was withdrawn by the applicant. Minutes from previous meetings were approved with amendments.

• Approved as-of-right determination for emergency flood work at 25 Harvard Terrace & 39 Military Highway (4-0, 1 excused)
• Approved as-of-right determination for invasive species clearing at Founders Preserve, 334 Colonel Ledyard Highway (4-0, 1 excused)
• Approved as-of-right determination for invasive species clearing at Pike Marshall Preserve, 104 Gallup Hill Road (4-0, 1 excused)
• Application IWWC#25-19SITE for culvert replacement on Lambtown Rd Extension withdrawn by applicant
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2025 as amended (4-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes of November 22, 2025 site walk as submitted (3-0, 1 abstain, 1 excused)

Economic Development Commission

The Ledyard Economic Development Commission approved its FY27 annual budget of $8,140, including a $150 CEDAS membership renewal, and voted to join CEDAS. The commission also approved the 2026 meeting schedule and amended its bylaws to add Members Comments as a regular agenda item. Several updates were reported on local business activity and Planning & Zoning actions.

• Approved FY27 EDC budget of $8,140 including $150 CEDAS renewal (7-0)
• Approved motion to join CEDAS (7-0)
• Approved 2026 EDC meeting schedule (7-0)
• Amended EDC bylaws to add Members Comments as regular agenda item (7-0)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Annual Report (7-0)

Town Council

This is the organizational meeting of the newly elected Twenty-eighth Ledyard Town Council. The council will be sworn in, elect a chairperson and chairperson pro-tem, adopt rules of procedure, make appointments including town treasurer and administrative assistant, and set the regular meeting schedule for 2026.

• Swearing in of the Twenty-eighth Town Council
• Election of a chairperson and lottery for chairperson pro-tem
• Adoption of Rules of Procedure for the Twenty-eighth Town Council
• Appointment of Ian Stammel as Town Treasurer and Roxanne M. Maher as Administrative Assistant
• Setting 2026 meeting schedule: second and fourth Wednesdays at 7:00 PM

The Ledyard Town Council held its organizational meeting, swearing in the Twenty-eighth Council and electing Gary St. Vil as Chairman. The Council adopted its Rules of Procedure for the term, rejecting an amendment to require public comment at special meetings. Appointments were made for Town Treasurer, Administrative Assistant, and committee/liaison assignments, and the 2026 meeting schedule was set.

• Elected Gary St. Vil as Town Council Chairman (8-0)
• Adopted Rules of Procedure for the Twenty-eighth Town Council (7-1)
• Rejected amendment to add public comment to special meeting agenda (4-4)
• Appointed Ian Stammel as Town Treasurer (8-0)
• Appointed Roxanne M. Maher as Administrative Assistant (8-0)
• Appointed Town Council as Flood/Erosion Control Board (8-0)
• Set 2026 regular meeting schedule: second and fourth Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. (8-0)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Ledyard Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a regular meeting to review operations reports, approve minutes, and discuss old and new business. Key actions include a motion to approve a $15,000 payment for a software upgrade and a policy proposal for meter pit installations. The agenda also includes correspondence on lead and copper monitoring and a sewer request.

• Motion to approve Groton Utilities invoice #0028656 for $15,000 for CUSI software upgrade
• Discussion of policy proposal for meter pit installations
• Continued sewer request for 15 Stoddards Wharf Road
• Correspondence on lead and copper monitoring from Groton Utilities
• Invitation from Gales Ferry District Association to discuss sewer in Gales Ferry

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved a $15,000 payment to Groton Utilities for a CUSI software upgrade, with funds taken from the capital budget. The board deferred approval of the October minutes pending clarification of a prior vote, and discussed several operational items including a leak at 8 Smith Pond Way, a lead service line inquiry, and a potential rate increase for future discussion.

• Approved $15,000 payment to Groton Utilities for CUSI software upgrade, from capital budget (7-0, Juber excused)
• Deferred approval of October 28, 2025 minutes until December
• Agreed to draft policy on un-metered service leaks (Chairman Lynch and Jones to write)
• Discussed 8 Smith Pond Way leak; meter pit move delayed pending leak fix
• Discussed 15 Stoddards Wharf Road sewer request; awaiting developer response
• Discussed lead service line at 82 Town Farm Road; asked for documentation
• Discussed 109 Christy Hill Road development; more info needed on water service
• Chairman Lynch to attend CALU meeting on December 8 to discuss sewer in Gales Ferry

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Ledyard Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission is holding a site walk/special meeting at 46 and 59 Lambtown Road Extension on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM. Discussion is limited to how the plans' location characteristics relate to the field conditions. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, the site walk, and adjournment.

• Site walk at 46 & 59 Lambtown Road Extension
• Special meeting on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
• Discussion limited to location characteristics from plans as they relate to the field

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission held a special meeting/site walk at 46 & 59 Lambtown Road Extension to inspect the location for proposed culvert repair work. No decisions were made; the site walk was limited to field observations, and the public hearing will continue at the regular meeting on December 2, 2025.

• Seated Commissioner Graham as Regular Member for absent Commissioner Pealer
• Adjourned site walk at 8:14 am

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Ledyard Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote meeting to approve its annual budget for fiscal year 2027 and set the meeting schedule for 2026. The board will also elect its officers and approve the minutes from the previous annual meeting. No specific zoning applications or variances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of FY27 ZBA Annual Budget
• Adoption of ZBA Regular Meeting Schedule 2026
• Election of Board Officers
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a brief regular meeting with no applications for action. Members unanimously approved the minutes from November 20, 2024, reappointed John Proctor as Chairman and Eric Treaster as Vice Chairman, approved the 2026 regular meeting schedule, and approved the FY27 annual budget, which staff said would cover training costs. All votes were 4-0 with Chairman Proctor absent.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 (4-0)
• Reappointed John Proctor as Chairman (4-0)
• Reappointed Eric Treaster as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Approved 2026 ZBA regular meeting schedule (4-0)
• Approved FY27 ZBA annual budget (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission

The Ledyard Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission will hold a regular meeting to review the November 4 special meeting minutes and discuss youth sports oversight standards. The body will also consider motions to approve a joint department logo and dedicate a future pavilion at LHU Park in Janet Barnett's name. Additionally, the commission will discuss ideas for FY26-27 capital projects and the potential implementation of a fee for coffee in the main room.

• Motion to approve the November 4th Special Meeting Minutes
• Discussion of National Standards for Youth Sports 2017 and Waterford Youth Sport Council Bylaws
• Motion to approve the Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizens Department Joint Logo
• Discussion of ideas for FY26-27 Capital Projects
• Possible motion to dedicate the future pavilion at LHU Park in Janet Barnett's name

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including call to order, roll call, public comments, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No substantive policy decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from October 21, 2025
• Citizens comments
• Comments of commission members
• Correspondence and informational items

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission discussed and drafted a list of criteria for leasing the 102-acre Clark Farm and the 42-acre property at 1087 Colonel Ledyard Highway, recommending hay-only production with specific conditions. The draft will be revised and forwarded to commissioners for review, with submission to the Town Council planned for January. No formal votes were taken on the criteria.

• Approved minutes from October 21, 2025 (5-0, 2 excused)
• Discussed draft lease criteria for Clark Farm and 1087 Colonel Ledyard Highway
• Decided to add financial terms to lease criteria
• Decided to revise draft and forward to commissioners for review
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 p.m. (5-0, 2 excused)

Economic Development Commission

The Ledyard Economic Development Commission is holding a special meeting to handle routine business, including approving the 2024-2025 annual report, renewing its CEDAS membership and branding, and setting the 2026 meeting schedule. The commission will also discuss updates on the business directory, the RT-12 Streetscape Action Plan, and the Kartway blighted property. Public comments are invited.

• Approval of 2024-2025 Annual Report (draft attached)
• CEDAS certification: brand identity, marketing strategy, membership renewal and funding
• RT-12 Streetscape Action Plan discussion
• Kartway blighted property update (Blight Activity Report attached)
• Ribbon cutting for 'Over The Top Therapy' scheduled for early December

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Ledyard Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on a permit for the Town of Ledyard to replace a failed culvert on Lambtown Road Extension. The commission will also discuss a resubdivision application at 939 Long Cove Road involving wetland crossings, and handle routine items like approving minutes and setting the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on IWWC#25-19SITE: replace failed culvert with custom inlet control on Lambtown Rd Extension (Town of Ledyard applicant)
• Discussion and decision on IWWC#25-19SITE (same culvert project)
• Old business: IWWC#25-22SUB at 939 Long Cove Rd - repair existing wetland crossing and construct additional crossing for 2-lot resubdivision to create 3 lots (applicant Rob Hohlfelder, R+N Holding Co. LLC)
• Approval of 2026 IWWC regular meeting schedule
• Election of officers

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission approved the Kineo Estates subdivision at 939 Long Cove Rd with conditions, including soil erosion controls and a favorable report to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The commission also continued the public hearing for the Lambtown Rd culvert replacement to December 2, 2025, and scheduled a site walk. Officers were re-elected and the 2026 meeting schedule was approved.

• Approved IWWC#25-22SUB Kineo Estates subdivision with conditions (5-0)
• Forwarded favorable report to PZC for Kineo Estates (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for IWWC#25-19SITE Lambtown Rd culvert to Dec 2, 2025 (5-0)
• Scheduled site walk for IWWC#25-19SITE (5-0)
• Approved 2026 regular meeting schedule (5-0)
• Re-elected Justin DeBrodt as Chairman and Beth Ribe as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Aug 5, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Oct 7, 2025 as amended (5-0)

Retirement Board

The Ledyard Retirement Board will review the final 2025 valuation report for the Defined Benefit Plan and the GASB disclosure report. The board will also approve the 2026 meeting schedule and a $400 invoice from USI Actuaries for pension liability calculations.

• Review of 7-1-2025 Valuation Report for Town of Ledyard DB Plan
• Review of Town of Ledyard GASB Disclosure Report for FYE 6-30-2025
• Motion to approve payment of USI invoice #1003385 for $400.00
• Motion to approve the Retirement Board 2026 Calendar Year Meeting Schedule
• Motion to approve Regular Meeting Minutes from September 16, 2025

The Ledyard Retirement Board tabled a proposed revision to the defined benefit pension plan document, pending further discussion on how to handle union contract details. The board approved the 2026 meeting schedule and a $400 payment to USI for an annual pension liability breakout. Actuaries reported the pension plan is in good shape with no changes recommended.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled revision of Retirement Plan for Full-Time Employees
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (4-0)
• Approved $400 payment to USI invoice #1003385 (4-0)

Library Commission

The Ledyard Library Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, where it will consider approving updated Display/Programs and Material Review and Reconsideration policies. The agenda also includes reports from the Bill Library Association, the treasurer, and the library director, as well as a request for accountant fees.

• Approval of Display/Programs and Material Review and Reconsideration policies
• Request for Accountant Fees from Bill Library Association
• Treasurer's Report
• Director's Report for July and August 2025
• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The Ledyard Library Commission approved a motion to pay up to $1,200 for the Bill Library Association's choice of accountant to prepare the 990 tax return. The commission also approved, in concept, the State of the Library Evaluation Form, and approved the Display and Program policy and Material Review and Reconsideration policy. Minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting were approved with two abstentions.

• Approved up to $1,200 for Bill Library Association's accountant for 990 tax return (8-0)
• Approved State of the Library Evaluation Form in concept (8-0)
• Approved Display and Program policy and Material Review and Reconsideration policy (8-0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, 2 abstentions)

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission is holding its regular November meeting, primarily to approve the October 20, 2025 minutes and receive reports from the chairman, town council liaison, and committees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Motion to approve October 20, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Financial reports: Sawmill donation account, capital account, general fund, NLH donation account (all as of 11-12-25)
• Committee reports: Sawmill, Nathan Lester House, Research/Preservation, Center School, Social Media

The Ledyard Historic District Commission voted unanimously to create a Fiscal Agent position to handle financial responsibilities. The commission also discussed resident Dave Schroeder Jr.'s proposals to recognize Mount/Fort Decatur as a historic resource and to update zoning and POCD language, but took no action. Committee reports covered ongoing projects at the Sawmill, Nathan Lester House, and Spicer Ruins.

• Created Fiscal Agent position for the Commission (7-0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:27 p.m. (7-0)

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly select a commissioning agent for the Juliet Long School HVAC project. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and the main item of discussion, followed by adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action to select a Commissioning Agent for Juliet Long School HVAC Project
• JWL Commissioning Agent RFP_10-1-2025 Revisions attachment

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a continued public hearing and vote on a site plan application for commercial businesses at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway. The commission will also discuss a preliminary 24-lot subdivision on Silas Deane Road and Seabury Avenue, and consider a new building at 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway. Additionally, the commission will vote on proposed settlement language in pending litigation with the City of Groton.

• Public hearing and decision on PZ#25-7SUP for commercial site plan at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway
• Preliminary review of 24-lot subdivision at 84 Silas Deane Rd and 58 & 59 Seabury Ave
• Site plan application for new 2,370 sq ft building at 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway
• Approval of 2026 regular meeting schedule and election of officers
• Vote on proposed settlement in City of Groton v. Town of Ledyard PZC litigation

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for Ryan's Reliable Services, LLC to operate commercial services businesses at 750 (aka 748) Colonel Ledyard Highway, with 16 conditions including fencing, DOT approvals, and site improvements. The Commission also tabled a new site plan application for 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway to its December 11 meeting, approved the 2026 meeting schedule, and elected officers. No votes were taken during executive session on pending litigation.

• Approved special use permit PZ#25-7SUP for commercial services at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway with 16 conditions (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for PZ#25-7SUP (5-0)
• Tabled site plan application PZ#25-8SITE for 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway to December 11, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved PZC 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule (5-0)
• Elected Marcelle Wood as Chairman, Nate Woody as Vice Chairman, Beth Ribe as Secretary (5-0)
• Tabled approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes to December 11, 2025
• Entered and exited executive session on pending litigation with no votes taken (5-0)

America 250 Planning Committee

The America 250 Planning Committee is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from September and discuss old business, including planning resources and an events working list for the U.S. semiquincentennial. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or proposals listed.

• Motion to approve minutes from September 9, 2025 regular meeting
• Discussion of America 250 planning resources and events working list
• Review of letters from Denise Merrill and CT initiatives

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council will hold its regular meeting on November 12, 2025, with the main item being discussion and possible action on text amendments to the proposed "An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission," as updated on October 29, 2025. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, committee reports, and a communications list with various appointments and correspondence.

• Discussion and possible action on amendments to the proposed Ethics Ordinance (updated 10/29/2025)
• Reappointment of Woody to Planning & Zoning Commission
• Appointments to Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee (Dreimiller, Garcia-Irizarry, Ribe, Woody)
• Appointment of G-Thorne to Library Commission
• Board of Education request to establish ad hoc committee for building projects process

The Ledyard Town Council met on November 12, 2025, and the only substantive item was a discussion of a proposed ordinance establishing a Town Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission. No formal action was taken on the ordinance, and no other decisions were recorded. The meeting was largely procedural, including approval of prior minutes and committee reports.

• Approved Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes of October 22, 2025
• Discussed proposed ethics ordinance (no action taken)

Town Meeting

At a special town meeting on November 12, 2025, Ledyard voters unanimously approved transferring two town-owned properties to Avalonia Land Conservancy for no consideration. The properties are the 'Kettle Hole' property at 19 Avery Hill Road Extension (Parcel ID: 50/130/19) and 13 Applewood Drive (Parcel ID: 99-530-13). Both transfers include conditions requiring Avalonia to pay conveyance fees, keep the land open for passive recreation, and offer the property back to the town if they no longer wish to own it.

• Approved transfer of 'Kettle Hole' property at 19 Avery Hill Road Extension to Avalonia Land Conservancy (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved transfer of 13 Applewood Drive property to Avalonia Land Conservancy (all in favor, none opposed)
• Elected Kevin Dombrowski as moderator for the special town meeting (all in favor, none opposed)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider transferring town-owned open space parcels at 19 Avery Hill Road Extension ("Kettle Hole") and 13 Applewood Drive to Avalonia Land Conservancy. The transfer is supported by the Conservation Commission and would be made without consideration (no payment). Residents may comment during the hearing, limited to three minutes per person.

• Public hearing on transfer of 19 Avery Hill Road Extension (Kettle Hole) to Avalonia Land Conservancy
• Public hearing on transfer of 13 Applewood Drive to Avalonia Land Conservancy
• Transfers are for no consideration (no payment)
• Conservation Commission supports both transfers
• CGS 7-163e sale of town property and CGS 8-24 referrals included

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is holding a public hearing on a proposed ordinance establishing a Town Code of Ethics and an Ethics Commission, as revised on or about October 29, 2025. The hearing includes a presentation and resident comments. The agenda is focused solely on this ordinance, with extensive attachments showing revisions, feedback, and related correspondence.

• Public hearing on 'An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission' (revised 2025-10-29)
• Presentation of the ethics ordinance as updated
• Resident and property owner comments limited to 3 minutes
• Attachments include drafts, attorney revisions, and feedback from employees and the public

The Ledyard Town Council held a public hearing on November 10, 2025, to receive comments on the proposed 'An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission' as updated on or about October 29, 2025. No vote was taken; the hearing was for public input only. Residents raised concerns about the definition of family, inclusion of consultants, lack of a standalone code of ethics, and potential conflicts with state statutes. Councilors indicated they would continue to revise the ordinance and potentially hold another public hearing.

• Public hearing held on proposed Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission ordinance (no vote)
• Residents commented on definition of family, consultant inclusion, and missing code of ethics
• Councilor Buhle stated she would work with Town Attorney to incorporate public feedback
• Councilor Ryan expressed support for creating an Ad Hoc Committee involving volunteers and employees
• Public hearing adjourned at 5:42 p.m.

Finance Committee

This Finance Committee meeting has been cancelled. The agenda included discussions on opioid settlement fund uses, ARPA-funded capital projects, and other financial matters, but no decisions will be made at this time.

• Discussion on potential uses for National Opioid Settlement Payments
• Discussion on Capital Improvement Plan and Capital Non-Recurring Fund status with ARPA funding
• Discussion on upcoming grant opportunities
• Discussion on scheduling quarterly joint Finance Committee meetings with Town Council and Board of Education

Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission

The Ledyard Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including youth sports oversight, a new department logo, the 2024-2025 annual report, and potential fee waivers and tipping policies. They will also consider allowing the Ledyard Food Pantry to install security cameras and discuss ideas for FY26-27 capital projects. The meeting includes public comments and approval of July 2025 minutes.

• Discussion of Youth Sports Oversight
• Motion to approve Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizens Department Joint Logo
• Motion to approve 2024-2025 Annual Report
• Possible motion to waive credit card fees for Nik Pellegrino Memorial Cup Tennis Tournament
• Discussion and possible motion to allow tipping up to 22% on takeout orders from Special Revenue Accounts

The Ledyard Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission approved several items at its Nov. 4 special meeting, including waiving credit card fees for the Nik Pellegrino Memorial Cup Tennis Tournament, allowing tips up to 22% on takeout orders from special revenue accounts, and permitting the Ledyard Food Pantry to install security cameras. The commission also approved the 2024-2025 Annual Report and the department's joint logo (Oak Tree with bench and swing), with final logo approval pending next meeting. All votes were 6-0, with two members excused.

• Approved 2024-2025 Annual Report (6-0)
• Approved waiving credit card fees for Nik Pellegrino Memorial Cup Tennis Tournament (6-0)
• Approved allowing tipping up to 22% on takeout orders from special revenue accounts (6-0)
• Approved Ledyard Food Pantry security camera installation (6-0)
• Approved Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizens Department joint logo (Oak Tree with bench and swing) for final approval next meeting (6-0)
• Approved July 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes (6-0)

Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee

The Ledyard Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss ongoing blight enforcement progress and the potential historic designation of the Spicer Homestead Ruins. The agenda also includes a transition of unfinished business to the incoming committee. No final votes are scheduled on these items, only discussion and possible action on the transition.

• Continued discussion on blight enforcement, referencing the Blight Ordinance and Public Nuisance regulations
• Discussion of Spicer Homestead Ruins historic designation, including historical research and photos
• Possible action on transitioning outstanding business items to the incoming committee
• Approval of minutes from October 6, 2025 meeting

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Ledyard Permanent Municipal Building Committee is meeting to approve several construction and professional service invoices for school projects. The largest item is a $220,190.02 payment to Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for the Juliet Long School HVAC replacement. The committee will also review updates on roof projects and the Juliet Long HVAC project status.

• Motion to approve $220,190.02 invoice to Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Juliet Long School HVAC replacement
• Motion to approve $14,790.10 invoice to STV Construction Inc. for Gales Ferry School professional services
• Motion to approve $5,040.00 invoice to Friar Architecture Inc. for Ledyard Public School professional services
• Motion to approve $4,865.00 invoice to Prime Consulting INC. for snowguard inspection
• Motion to approve $3,629.00 invoice to STV Construction Inc. for Juliet Long School professional services

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee tabled three STV Construction invoices totaling $21,844.10 for Juliet Long, Gales Ferry, and Central Office projects until updated budget information is received. The committee approved several other invoices, including a $220,190.02 payment to Nutmeg Companies for HVAC duct work at Juliet Long School. Updates were provided on roof projects, with leaks at Gales Ferry School and a rejected change order at the Central Office.

• Tabled STV invoice #83 ($3,629.00) for Juliet Long School services
• Tabled STV invoice #79 ($14,790.10) for Gales Ferry School services
• Tabled STV invoice #77 ($3,425.00) for Central Office services
• Approved Granite City Electric invoice $784.33 for LED panels (6-0)
• Approved Friar Architecture invoice $5,040.00 for professional services (6-0)
• Approved Nutmeg Companies invoice $220,190.02 for HVAC duct work (6-0)
• Approved Kamco invoice $116.00 for JWL HVAC project (6-0)
• Approved One Touch Systems invoice $4,991.76 for speakers (6-0)

Housing Authority

The Ledyard Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting on November 3, 2025, at Kings Corner Manor. The board will accept October 2025 financial reports and approve the minutes from October 6, 2025. The primary decisions involve adopting the proposed FY2026 budget and approving the 2026 schedule of regular monthly meetings.

• Motion to adopt the Ledyard Housing Authority proposed FY2026 budget
• Motion to approve the 2026 Schedule of Regular Monthly Meetings
• Motion to accept Payment of Bills and Financial Reports of October 2025
• Motion to approve Ledyard Housing Authority Minutes of October 6, 2025

The Ledyard Housing Authority approved its FY2026 budget and the 2026 meeting schedule, and authorized spending up to $15,000 on a used tractor. The board also accepted the October 2025 financial reports and approved the October meeting minutes. All units are currently rented, and the executive director reported on ongoing maintenance and community activities.

• Approved October 2025 payment of bills and financial reports (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026 schedule of regular monthly meetings (4-0)
• Adopted FY2026 budget (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved up to $15,000 for purchase of a 'new to LHA' tractor (4-0)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider overriding the Mayor's veto of an ordinance establishing a Town Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission. The council will also vote on setting a public hearing for a revised version of the ordinance. The meeting is focused solely on this ethics ordinance and related procedural motions.

• Motion to set a public hearing for November 10, 2025, on the revised ethics ordinance
• Motion to remove from table the ethics ordinance
• Motion to override Mayor's veto dated October 16, 2025, of the ethics ordinance
• Second motion to override the Mayor's veto of the ethics ordinance

The Town Council voted 6-1 to set a public hearing for November 10, 2025, on a revised draft of the "An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission." The council rejected motions to add public comment to the special meeting and to reorder the agenda, citing state law that prohibits amending a special meeting agenda at the meeting. A motion to remove from the table and override the mayor's veto of the earlier ordinance failed 2-5.

• Approved setting a public hearing for Nov. 10, 2025, on revised ethics ordinance (6-1)
• Failed to add public comment to the special meeting agenda (3-4)
• Failed to reorder agenda to address old business first (3-4)
• Failed to remove from table the motion to override mayor's veto (2-5)
• Failed to override mayor's veto of Oct. 16, 2025, on prior ethics ordinance (2-5)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission, incorporating recent attorney revisions and public feedback. The committee is expected to vote to set a public hearing for November 10, 2025, to receive further comments on the revised draft. This follows a Mayoral veto of a previous version of the ordinance in October 2025.

• Discussion and possible action to recommend the Town Council adopt a proposed 'An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission'
• Motion to set a Public Hearing on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Town Hall Annex
• Review of attorney redlines and clean copies dated October 27 and 28, 2025
• Consideration of comments from the Police Chief, Administrator of Emergency Services, and Mayor regarding vehicle usage policy and ethics provisions

The Administration Committee voted 2-0 to recommend the Town Council adopt the revised 'An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission' as updated on October 29, 2025. The committee approved multiple amendments addressing public and staff concerns, including contract provisions, emergency vehicle use, penalties, family hiring, and term limits. A public hearing is scheduled for November 10, 2025.

• Approved motion to recommend adoption of the Ethics Ordinance (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 5a allowing contracts if publicly bid or not involved in awarding (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 5e exempting emergency responder vehicles from personal use ban (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 14c4v specifying Town Council determines penalties within 60 days (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 5d allowing family supervision only in temporary emergencies (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 13b adding 'Have campaigned for any other person seeking a town office' as disqualification (2-0)
• Approved amendment to Section 13d4 adding 'No member may serve more than three (3) terms total' (2-0)
• Approved public hearing notice for November 10, 2025 (2-0)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority voted 5-0 to recommend Arcadis for engineering services related to Lead and Copper Rule compliance, as specified in their October 2, 2025 application. The board also approved a $15,000 payment to CUSI for a billing system upgrade and approved the 2026 meeting schedule with start times moved to 7:00 p.m. Several items were discussed but not voted on, including a sewer request agreement revision, a pump repair invoice, and a 7,500-gallon-per-day leak at a Gales Ferry residence.

• Recommended Arcadis for LCRR engineering services (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 CUSI invoice for UB4 implementation (5-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule with 7:00 p.m. start time (5-0)
• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council will consider overriding the mayor's veto of an ordinance establishing a Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission, and will vote on transferring two town-owned properties to Avalonia Land Conservancy. The agenda also includes appointments, a grant request, and a bid waiver amendment.

• Motion to override Mayor's veto of Ordinance #100_021 (Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission)
• Transfer of 19 Avery Hill Road Extension (Kettle Hole property) to Avalonia Land Conservancy for no consideration
• Transfer of 13 Applewood Drive to Avalonia Land Conservancy for no consideration
• Appropriate $8,000 for Neglected Cemetery Account Grant Program
• Authorize grant request for foam system cleaning for Gales Ferry Engine 21

The Town Council voted 9-0 to table a motion to override the Mayor's veto of the Ethics Ordinance, postponing any decision. They also approved several appointments, including Nathaniel Woody as a Regular Member of the Planning & Zoning Commission (6-1-2), and authorized a grant request for PFAS foam removal. The meeting included extensive public comment on the ethics ordinance and the Woody appointment.

• Tabled motion to override Mayor's veto of Ethics Ordinance (9-0)
• Appointed Nathaniel Woody to Planning & Zoning Commission (6-1-2)
• Appointed Gillian Thorne to Library Commission (9-0)
• Appointed members to Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee (8-0-1)
• Authorized grant request for PFAS foam removal (9-0)
• Added Freightliner/Alliance to Standing Bid Waiver List (9-0)
• Appropriated $8,000 for cemetery grant (9-0)
• Transferred two town-owned properties to Avalonia Land Conservancy (9-0 each)

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider recommending criteria for leasing the Clark Farm and the property across from Rose Hill Road, and to approve the 2026 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the September minutes and public comments.

• Approval to recommend criteria for leasing Clark Farm and property across from Rose Hill Road
• Motion to approve 2026 Agricultural Commission meeting schedule
• Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission approved a $200 annual membership fee for the Connecticut Farm Bureau and approved the 2026 meeting schedule. Members discussed criteria for leasing the Clark Farm property, including prioritizing Ledyard residents, maintaining stone walls, and a potential five-year lease, but no final criteria were adopted. The commission will research hay leases from other towns before finalizing the criteria at the next meeting.

• Approved $200 payment to Connecticut Farm Bureau (6-0)
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (6-0)
• Adjourned at 6:44 p.m. (6-0)

Social Services Board

The Ledyard Social Services Board is holding a regular meeting to receive reports on social services from April through October 2025, approve minutes from July 15, 2025, and discuss old business including the Linda C. Davis Food Pantry and the 'A Splash of Autumn' fall festival fundraiser. New business includes planning for 2025 holiday programs such as Thanksgiving and holiday meals, Adopt-A-Family, and CHAIN.

• Social Services Report July-October 2025 and April-June 2025
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting
• Linda C. Davis Food Pantry update
• 'A Splash of Autumn' Fall Festival Fundraiser and 5K Color Run
• Holiday Programs 2025: Thanksgiving Meal, Holiday Meal, Adopt-A-Family, CHAIN

Retirement Board

The Ledyard Retirement Board will hear a presentation from USI Actuaries on the annual audit disclosure, including the July 1, 2025 valuation report and GASB disclosure for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The board will also consider approving the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates from the Human Resources Director and Finance Director, discuss a revision to the defined benefit plan, and vote on the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Presentation by Frederica Daniels of USI Actuaries on Annual Audit Disclosure
• 7-1-2025 Valuation Report for Town of Ledyard DB Plan
• GASB Disclosure Report for FYE 6-30-2025
• Motion to approve September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Motion to approve 2026 Retirement Board meeting schedule

Library Commission

The Ledyard Library Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss routine business, including a Human Resources update on the Library Director posting, reports from the Treasurer and Director, and an investment working group update. The commission will also vote on meeting and holiday closing schedules, and consider member reappointments.

• Human Resources update on Library Director posting
• Treasurer's Report for September 2025
• Director's Report for July and August 2025
• Investment Working Group portfolio update
• Approval of minutes from September 15 and September 22, 2025 meetings

The Ledyard Library Commission approved moving the William Holton Memorial Fund 2 from Cambiar Large Cap to Putnam US Large Cap Value fund Concentrated, as recommended by the financial planner. The commission also approved the September meeting minutes, the 2026 meeting schedule, and the holiday closing schedule. The FY2025 annual report was tabled to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved moving William Holton Memorial Fund 2 to Putnam US Large Cap Value fund Concentrated (6-0, 2 excused)
• Approved September 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (6-0, 2 excused)
• Approved September 22, 2025 special meeting minutes (6-0, 2 excused)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (6-0, 2 excused)
• Approved holiday closing schedule (6-0, 2 excused)
• Tabled FY2025 annual report until next meeting

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine business, including approving minutes from September 16, 2025, receiving reports from the Town Council liaison, chairman, and committees, and voting on the 2026 meeting schedule. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Motion to approve September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Town Council Liaison report by Councilor Bill Barnes
• Financial reports for Sawmill donation, capital account, general fund, and NLH donation account
• Committee reports: Sawmill, Nathan Lester House, Research/Preservation, Center School, Social Media
• Motion to approve 2026 calendar year meeting schedule

The Ledyard Historic District Commission approved spending up to $3,000 for an engineering study for a storage structure at the Sawmill, and also approved up to $3,000 for an archeological tool kit. Both motions passed 5-0 with two excused. The commission also approved the 2026 meeting schedule and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved spending up to $3,000 for Sawmill storage structure engineering study (5-0)
• Approved spending up to $3,000 for archeological tool kit (5-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes as written (5-0)
• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes as amended (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee will consider several motions, including a $157,133 transfer to the Board of Education's Capital Non-Recurring Reserve Fund, a $7,425 grant request for fire equipment cleaning, and additions to the standing bid waiver list. They will also discuss opioid settlement fund uses, ARPA-funded capital projects, and potential grant opportunities.

• Motion to transfer $157,133 to BOE CNR Reserve Fund (Account #22570101-58250)
• Motion to authorize $7,425 grant request for Gales Ferry Engine 21 foam system cleaning
• Motion to add Groton Utilities and Freightliner/Alliance to standing bid waiver list
• Discussion on potential uses of National Opioid Settlement Payments
• Discussion on Capital Improvement Plan and ARPA funding status

The Finance Committee voted 2-0 to recommend the Town Council appropriate $157,133 in additional Impact Aid revenue and transfer it to the Board of Education's Capital Non-Recurring (CNR) Reserve Fund. The committee also recommended a grant application for PFAS foam removal from Gales Ferry Engine 21, amended the standing bid waiver list to add Freightliner/Alliance, and approved an $8,000 cemetery grant appropriation. The Impact Aid transfer was discussed at length, with the superintendent noting a disagreement over which capital projects were funded.

• Recommended $157,133 Impact Aid transfer to BOE CNR Reserve Fund (2-0)
• Recommended grant application for PFAS foam removal from Gales Ferry Engine 21 (2-0)
• Recommended adding Freightliner/Alliance to FY 2025/2026 Standing Bid Waiver List (2-0)
• Approved $8,000 appropriation for Cemetery Committee grant (2-0)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (2-0)
• Agreed to recommend joint Finance Committee meetings with BOE in December 2025

Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will approve minutes from September 2025 and discuss ongoing initiatives. Key topics include identifying venues for 'Informal Conversations in the Park,' developing a protocol with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council, and reviewing the status of government training presentations. The committee will also examine the use of Opioid Settlement Funding for prevention programs and set a 2025 schedule for community forums.

• Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2025 regular meeting and September 29, 2025 special meeting
• Discussion of venues for 'Informal Conversations in the Park,' including Bush Pond on Lantern Hill Road
• Review of Opioid Settlement Funding usage, including a $60,000 allocation to the Ledge Light Health District/Ledyard Prevention Coalition
• Proposal to develop a relationship protocol with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council
• Discussion of a 'Primary Care for All Americans' framework and healthcare partnerships

America 250 Planning Committee

The America 250 Planning Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve the minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting and discuss ongoing planning for the America 250 commemoration. The discussion will reference several documents, including a letter from Denise Merrill and a planning guide. No votes on substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Motion to approve minutes of September 9, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of America 250 planning resources and events working list

Conservation Commission

The Ledyard Conservation Commission is holding its regular meeting to review minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old and new business. Key actions include approving the September 9, 2025 minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule. Ongoing items include property walks, financial reports, the Pollinator Pathways Project, field clearing at White-Hall Property, and recommendations for the Burton Woods Management Plan update.

• Motion to approve regular meeting minutes from September 9, 2025
• Motion to approve 2026 calendar year meeting schedule
• Discussion of Pollinator Pathways Project
• Field clearing at White-Hall Property
• Recommendations to Burton Woods Management Plan Update

The Ledyard Conservation Commission approved letters of support for transferring town-owned Kettlehole and 13 Applewood Drive to Avalonia Land Conservancy, appropriated $1,500 for field mowing at White-Hall Park, approved the 2026 meeting schedule, and cancelled the November 11, 2025 meeting due to Veterans Day. All votes were 6-0 with one excused.

• Approved letter of support for Kettlehole transfer to Avalonia Land Conservancy (6-0)
• Approved letter of support for 13 Applewood Drive transfer to Avalonia Land Conservancy (6-0)
• Appropriated $1,500 to B-Man Landscaping for mowing upper field at White-Hall Park (6-0)
• Approved 2026 calendar year meeting schedule (6-0)
• Cancelled November 11, 2025 meeting due to Veterans Day conflict (6-0)

Cemetery Committee

The Ledyard Cemetery Committee will consider authorizing a total of $8,000 in spending from the approved Neglected Cemetery Grant award for weed clearing, mowing, fence/wall repair, and memorial stone restoration. The committee will also review old business including right-of-way issues, a cemetery book update, and restoration work, and will approve the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Authorize $1,500 for clearing weeds, briars, and bushes
• Authorize $1,500 for mowing lawn areas
• Authorize $2,000 for repairing fences or walls
• Authorize $3,000 for straightening, repair, and restoration of memorial stones
• Approve 2026 meeting schedule (Feb 10, Apr 14, Jun 9, Sep 8, Oct 13, and Feb 9, 2027)

The Ledyard Cemetery Committee authorized a total of $8,000 in spending from the approved Neglected Cemetery Grant award budget for weed clearing, mowing, fence/wall repair, and memorial stone restoration. The committee also approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule. All votes were 5-0 with one member excused.

• Approved $1,500 for clearing weeds, briars, and bushes (5-0)
• Approved $1,500 for mowing grounds lawn area (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 for repairing fences or walls (5-0)
• Approved $3,000 for straightening, repair, and restoration of memorial stones (5-0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2026 calendar year meeting schedule (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission approved (5-0) the Habitat for Humanity of Eastern CT application for a 38-dwelling-unit affordable housing development at 8, 9 & 11 Colby Drive, with conditions including bonds totaling $1,293,647.12. The Commission also denied a motion to void a separate site plan application (PZ#24-12SITE) for 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway due to failure to file mylars. A public hearing for a special use permit at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway was continued to November 13, 2025.

• Approved Habitat for Humanity 38-unit affordable housing development at Colby Drive (5-0)
• Approved with conditions including $79,303.50 SESC bond and $1,214,343.62 road bond
• Denied motion to void PZ#24-12SITE for 5A Lorenz Industrial Parkway (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for PZ#25-5SITE special use permit to November 13, 2025
• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Entered executive session for litigation briefing (5-0)

Administration Committee

The Ledyard Administration Committee will consider several appointments, including filling a vacancy on the Library Commission, appointing members to the Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee, and recommending a regular member to the Planning & Zoning Commission. The meeting also includes approval of the previous minutes and public comment.

• Appoint Gillian Thorne to Library Commission for term ending Nov 7, 2027
• Appoint 3 members to Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee for term ending Dec 15, 2027
• Recommend Nathaniel Woody to Planning & Zoning Commission for term ending Oct 31, 2028
• Approve minutes of Sept 10, 2025

The Administration Committee approved three appointments, all recommended for approval by the Town Council. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved appointment of Gillian Thorne to Library Commission (3-0)
• Approved appointments to Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to appoint Nathaniel Woody to Planning & Zoning Commission (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2025 meeting (3-0)

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Ledyard Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings or old business. New business includes four applications: an as-of-right determination for temporary timber harvest crossings, a town culvert replacement permit, an as-of-right determination for a raised trail, and a resubdivision involving wetland crossings. The commission will also discuss new state training requirements and approve prior meeting minutes.

• IWWC#25-17AR: As-of-right determination for two temporary timber harvest crossings at 23B Bittersweet Dr., Gales Ferry
• IWWC#25-19SITE: Town of Ledyard permit to replace failed culvert on Lambtown Rd extension
• IWWC#25-20AR: As-of-right determination for raised trail structure at 173-175 Stoddards Wharf Rd., Gales Ferry
• IWWC#25-22RESUB: Repair and new wetland crossing for 2-lot resubdivision at 939 Long Cove Rd
• Discussion of PA 25-73 new inland wetlands agency training requirements

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission approved three as-of-right determinations: a timber harvest at 23B Bittersweet Dr., a raised trail structure at 173-175 Stoddards Wharf Rd., and a non-significant impact finding for a culvert replacement on Lambtown Rd. The culvert application was tabled and a public hearing set for November 18, 2025. A resubdivision application at 939 Long Cove Rd was also tabled to the same date. Minutes from July 1, 2025 were approved; August 5, 2025 minutes were tabled for verification.

• Approved as-of-right timber harvest at 23B Bittersweet Dr. with signage condition (5-0)
• Found Lambtown Rd culvert replacement non-significant impact (5-0)
• Tabled Lambtown Rd culvert application; set public hearing for Nov 18, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved as-of-right raised trail structure at 173-175 Stoddards Wharf Rd (5-0)
• Tabled resubdivision application at 939 Long Cove Rd to Nov 18, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled August 5, 2025 meeting minutes for verification (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Ledyard Economic Development Commission will hold a regular meeting to review reports from the Mayor and Planner. The agenda includes discussions on the 2024-2025 Annual Report, CEDAS certification, and a STEAP grant application. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of STEAP Grant Application
• Discussion of CEDAS Certification
• Discussion of 2024-2025 Annual Report
• Approval of September 2, 2025 minutes

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Ledyard Permanent Municipal Building Committee will review updates on roof projects at the Board of Education, Gales Ferry, and Juliet Long School. The agenda includes motions to approve multiple invoices and change orders, with the largest being a $294,025.00 application for payment for the Juliet Long HVAC project. The committee will also approve an RFP for commissioning agent services for the Juliet Long project.

• Motion to approve $294,025.00 payment application from The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Juliet W. Long School-HVAC Project
• Motion to approve $27,932.93 Change Order 002 for Juliet W. Long School - HVAC Project
• Motion to approve $24,540.00 invoice from Friar Architecture Inc. for Juliet Long HVAC project
• Motion to approve $4,865.00 invoice from Prime Consulting Inc. for Snowguard Inspection
• Approval of RFP for Commissioning Agent services for Juliet Long HVAC project

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee approved a series of payments and change orders for the Juliet Long School HVAC project and other school roof projects, including a $294,025 payment to The Nutmeg Companies and a $27,932.93 change order. They also approved a draft Request for Qualifications for a commissioning agent. One invoice for $149.40 was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved $294,025 payment to The Nutmeg Companies for JWL HVAC (6-0)
• Approved $27,932.93 change order #002 for JWL HVAC (6-0)
• Approved $778.97 change order #003 for JWL HVAC (6-0)
• Approved $46,035 payment to Gold Seal Roofing for Juliet Long roof (6-0)
• Approved $4,865 payment to Prime Consulting for snowguard inspection (6-0)
• Approved $24,540 payment to Friar Architecture for JWL HVAC (6-0)
• Approved draft RFQ for commissioning agent (6-0)
• No action on $149.40 Silver Petrucelli invoice for BOE roof

Ledyard Farmers Market Committee

The Ledyard Farmers Market Committee is holding a regular meeting to review financial reports, approve past meeting minutes, and discuss old and new business. Key actions include a motion to approve the 2026 meeting schedule and a review of the 2025 summer market closeout. The agenda also includes discussion of committee member terms.

• Motion to approve 2026 meeting schedule (draft dated September 25, 2025)
• Review and close out the 2025 summer market
• Discussion regarding committee member terms
• Treasurer reports: Year-to-date and purchase orders as of September 23, 2025
• Approval of minutes from May 7 and June 5, 2025 meetings

The Ledyard Farmers Market Committee approved three donations totaling $750, approved the 2026 meeting schedule, and approved prior meeting minutes. The committee also discussed an Eagle Scout project, extending the 2026 market season, and creating a Venmo account, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved $400 donation to Ledyard Rotary (5-0)
• Approved $250 Amazon gift card donation to Paula Watkins (5-0)
• Approved $100 donation to Guiding Eyes for the Blind (5-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved May 7 and June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council will vote to accept a proposal from the Ledge Light Health District-Ledyard Prevention Coalition, allocating $60,000 from National Opioid Settlement Funding for the 2025-2026 period. The body will also approve revisions to two library job descriptions and authorize the Mayor to accept a $10,026.07 state grant for early voting expenses.

• Allocate $60,000 from National Opioid Settlement Funding to the Ledyard Prevention Coalition for opioid abatement programs
• Approve revisions to the Library Technician I – Youth Services job description
• Approve revisions to the Library Administrative Assistant & Head of Technical Services job description
• Authorize acceptance of a $10,026.07 Connecticut Secretary of the State Early Voting Grant

The Town Council approved three items: $60,000 in opioid settlement funds for the Ledge Light Health District-Ledyard Prevention Coalition, revisions to two library job descriptions, and acceptance of a $10,026.07 state grant for early voting expenses. All votes were 6-0, with three councilors excused.

• Approved $60,000 opioid abatement funding for Ledge Light Health District-Ledyard Prevention Coalition (6-0)
• Approved revised Library Technician I – Youth Services job description (6-0)
• Approved revised Library Administrative Assistant & Head of Technical Services job description (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of $10,026.07 Secretary of State early voting grant (6-0)

Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Ledyard Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on developing and distributing a digital flyer about teamwork and collaboration. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Discussion and possible action on a digital flyer/information regarding teamwork and collaboration

The Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approved a joint statement message to recommend to the Town Council for distribution as a digital and possibly printed flyer. The message, 'We Encourage all Ledyard Residents to Listen, Collaborate, and Find Common Ground. Progress comes from Teamwork,' was approved unanimously (3-0). The committee will seek a photograph from the Farmers Market for the flyer and plans to present it to the Town Council on October 8, 2025.

• Approved joint statement message for flyer (3-0)
• Will request Farmers Market photo from Pam Ball for flyer
• Will present flyer to Town Council on October 8, 2025
• No town funds requested for printing; Councilor Brunelle to fund

Town Council

The September 24, 2025 Town Council meeting was canceled because a quorum was not present. No official business was conducted. The agenda included items that would have been considered, such as appointments, tax refunds, an ethics ordinance, and grant acceptance.

• Proposed ordinance establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission
• Motion to accept $60,000 in National Opioid Settlement funding for the Ledyard Prevention Coalition
• Two tax refunds totaling $6,393.90
• Reappointments to Inland Wetland & Water Courses and Library Commissions
• Motion to accept $10,026.07 Early Voting Grant from the Connecticut Secretary of the State

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved payment of Groton Utilities invoice #0028508 for $832.24 for lead inventory (5-0). It declined to pay invoice #0028441 for $4,539.68 for Ledyard Bike path support services, stating it is not the WPCA's responsibility, and the chairman will contact the Public Works Director. The board also discussed the Stoddards Wharf sewer request, the CUSI software upgrade cost, and the Holmberg pump repair, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved payment of Groton Utilities invoice #0028508 for $832.24 for lead inventory (5-0)
• Declined to pay Groton Utilities invoice #0028441 for $4,539.68 for Ledyard Bike path support services
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2025 (5-0)
• Appointed Jim Ball as voting member
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (5-0)

Library Commission

The Ledyard Library Commission is holding a special meeting with an executive session to discuss personnel matters. The commission will also hear a report from the Library Assessment Director. No other substantive action items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session to discuss personnel
• Library Assessment Director's report

The Library Commission met in executive session to discuss personnel but reached no recommendation due to insufficient information. The commission reviewed the 2025 state of the library form and will consider approval at the October 20th meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (9-0)
• Invited Library Director and HR Director to participate in executive session (9-0)
• Closed executive session at 8:27 P.M. (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 P.M. (9-0)

Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Ledyard Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including hosting 'Informal Conversations in the Park' at town venues, developing a relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council, reviewing government training presentations, and researching opioid settlement funding for community programs. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 21, 2025, and public comments.

• Continued discussion on hosting 'Informal Conversations in the Park' at venues like Bush Pond on Lantern Hill Road
• Protocol to develop a relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council
• Review of Department Heads Government Training Presentations
• Research on opioid and substance abuse programs using Opioid Settlement Funding
• Discussion on setting a 2025 schedule for forums and initiatives

The Ledyard Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion held a regular meeting with no public comments or formal presentations. The committee approved the May 21, 2025 minutes (2-0-1) and continued discussions on several ongoing items, including informal conversations in parks, tribal relations, and department training presentations. The most concrete action was scheduling a special meeting for September 29, 2025 to develop a joint statement message on teamwork and collaboration. No other formal decisions were made; most agenda items were continued for future discussion.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0-1, Parad abstained)
• Scheduled special meeting for September 29, 2025 to draft joint statement message
• Agreed to send reminder to departments to submit presentations by October 15, 2025
• Continued discussion on informal conversations in parks, tribal relations, and other items

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee recommended approving a $60,000 allocation from National Opioid Settlement funds to the Ledge Light Health District-Ledyard Prevention Coalition for opioid abatement programs, and recommended approving two tax refunds totaling $6,393.90. A motion to transfer $157,133 in Impact Aid funding to the Board of Education's capital reserve fund failed 0-3. The committee also approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved $60,000 opioid settlement allocation to Ledge Light Health District (3-0)
• Approved two tax refunds totaling $6,393.90 (3-0)
• Denied $157,133 transfer to BOE CNR Reserve Fund (0-3)
• Approved minutes of September 3, 2025 meeting (3-0)

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission is holding its regular September meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, citizen comments, and approval of the August minutes. The only substantive item listed is old business regarding the Clark Farm Property, with no other specific actions or proposals detailed.

• Review and approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Clark Farm Property under old business

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission discussed the future of the Clark Farm property, including potential maintenance costs and interest from local parties. They agreed to communicate with the Town Council about preservation, maintenance, and invasive plant control. No formal decisions were made on the farm's future.

• Approved minutes from August 19, 2025, as written
• Discussed Clark Farm property, including potential lease options and maintenance costs
• Agreed to speak with Town Council about Clark Farm preservation and maintenance
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m.

Retirement Board

The Ledyard Retirement Board is meeting to review routine updates and approve several financial items. The main actions include approving a termination benefit for Shawn Schultz, paying consulting and actuarial invoices, and reviewing the defined benefit plan revision. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• Approve termination benefit for Shawn Schultz: $29,469.50 with interest, $20,582.75 without, as of Sept 1, 2025
• Pay Fiducient Advisors invoice #609_09302025 for $12,849.65 for pension plan consulting (July-Sept 2025)
• Pay USI invoice #90114374 for $9,150.00 (includes $400 benefit calc for Schultz and $8,750 actuarial fee)
• Review defined benefit plan revision update
• Approve minutes from August 19, 2025

The Ledyard Retirement Board approved a termination benefit for Shawn Schultz, a refund of accumulated contributions totaling $29,469.50 with interest (or $20,582.75 without) as of September 1, 2025. The board also approved payments to Fiducient Advisors ($12,849.65) and USI ($9,150.00) for consulting and actuarial services. Minutes from August 19, 2025, were approved. The meeting was not recorded due to technical difficulties.

• Approved termination benefit for Shawn Schultz as refund of contributions (3-0, 1 excused)
• Approved $12,849.65 payment to Fiducient Advisors for consulting (3-0, 1 excused)
• Approved $9,150.00 payment to USI for actuarial services (3-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes from August 19, 2025 (3-0, 1 excused)

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss updates on the Juliet Long, Gales Ferry, and Board of Education Central Office projects. The main action item is a motion to approve a payment of $41,096.70 to Gold Seal Roofing LLC for the Juliet Long School roof replacement and photovoltaic project.

• Motion to approve Gold Seal Roofing LLC payment of $41,096.70 for Juliet Long School roof and photovoltaic project
• Update on Juliet Long, Gales Ferry, and BOE Central Office projects

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee held a special meeting and approved a single payment application. The motion approved Gold Seal Roofing LLC's Application and Certificate for Payment dated June 30, 2025, in the amount of $41,096.70 for the Juliet Long School Roof Replacement and Photovoltaic Project. The vote was 3-0, with three members present and three excused. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $41,096.70 payment to Gold Seal Roofing LLC for Juliet Long School roof and photovoltaic project (3-0)

Public Safety Commission

The Ledyard Public Safety Commission is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from June 9, 2025, and discuss operational updates. Key topics include the fire and EMS radio project, police department radio status, and emergency medical dispatch. The commission will also discuss general protocols for ambulance transport to crisis intervention centers.

• Approval of minutes from the 6/9/25 regular meeting
• Update on Fire / EMS radio project
• Update on Police department radio
• Discussion of ambulance transport to crisis intervention centers
• Ledyard Dispatch Update

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission approved a proposed schedule of event fees for the Nathan Lester House and approved further service contractor expenditures up to $9,000, with duties enumerated. The commission also discussed capital needs, including replacing an oil tank and tree removal, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved proposed schedule of event fees for Nathan Lester House (5-0)
• Approved further service contractor expenditures up to $9,000 with enumerated duties (5-0)

Library Commission

The Ledyard Library Commission approved three updated policies — Material Review and Reconsideration, Collection Development and Maintenance, and Display and Program — and will submit them to the Connecticut Library Consortium. The commission also amended its agenda to add policy proofreading and remove a committee report, and approved the August 18 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved amended agenda removing assessment committee report and adding policy proofreading (8-0)
• Approved Material Review and Reconsideration, Collection Development and Maintenance, and Display and Program policies for CLC submission (8-0)
• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 p.m. (8-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with several pending items. The main decision is on a site plan for a 38-unit affordable housing development by Habitat for Humanity at Colby Drive, which has been tabled multiple times. The commission will also discuss a site plan for commercial businesses at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway and a proposed zoning text amendment for multifamily dwellings. Additionally, there are referrals for transferring town-owned open space to Avalonia Land Conservancy and a discussion on alcohol service at cafes.

• PZ#25-4SITE: Habitat for Humanity proposal for 27 buildings, 38 dwelling units at 8, 9 & 11 Colby Drive, including road completion and utilities
• PZ#25-5SITE: Site plan for commercial businesses at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway (Ryan's Reliable Services)
• PZ#25-2ZRA: Proposed zoning text amendments for multifamily dwellings
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referrals: Transfer of town-owned open space at 19 Avery Hill Rd Ext. and 13 Applewood Drive to Avalonia Land Conservancy
• Discussion of alcohol served at existing cafes

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is meeting to approve several financial motions, including a $250,636 transfer to the Board of Education for Ag-Science funding and a $3,635 purchase for emergency equipment. The body will also vote to waive bidding requirements for a wastewater service contract and authorize an appraisal for a potential open space acquisition. Additionally, the council will review numerous appointment letters for town commissions and hear a presentation on primary care.

• Motion to appropriate $250,636 to the Board of Education for Ag-Science & Impact Aid funding
• Motion to grant a bid waiver to Wastewater Services Inc. for thickened sludge solids removal
• Motion to appropriate $3,635 for an Emergency Operations Center server rack
• Motion to authorize up to $25,000 for a consultant to secure investment tax credits
• Motion to appropriate $1,500 to appraise 480R Shewville Road for open space acquisition

The Ledyard Town Council approved several financial items and set a public hearing for a proposed Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission ordinance. The hearing will be held October 22, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The council also approved appropriations for an EOC server rack, Agri-Science program funds, a cost segregation consultant, a bid waiver for sludge removal, and an appraisal of the Loftus Well Field property.

• Set public hearing for Oct. 22, 2025 on proposed ethics ordinance (6-3)
• Appropriated $3,635 for EOC server rack (9-0)
• Transferred $250,636 to BOE Agri-Science capital fund (9-0)
• Authorized up to $25,000 for cost segregation consultant (9-0)
• Granted bid waiver to Wastewater Services Inc. for sludge removal (9-0)
• Appropriated up to $1,500 for appraisal of 480R Shewville Road (9-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss and possibly act on creating an Ethics Commission for the Town of Ledyard, including a draft ordinance establishing a code of ethics. They will also set a public hearing date for the ordinance and consider several appointments and job description revisions.

• Discussion and possible action to create an Ethics Commission for the Town of Ledyard
• Motion to set a public hearing on October 8, 2025 for the proposed Code of Ethics ordinance
• Motion to approve revisions to Library Administrative Assistant & Head of Technical Services job description
• Motion to approve revisions to Library Technician I – Youth Services job description
• Reappointments to Inland Wetland & Water Courses Commission and Library Commission

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council holds a special executive session to review records related to collective bargaining with the Supervisors and Professionals AFSCME, Council 4, Local 818-45. The body will vote to approve the funds necessary to implement the proposed agreement covering the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. No specific dollar amounts or salary figures are listed in the agenda text.

• Motion to enter executive session for collective bargaining with AFSCME, Council 4, Local 818-45
• Motion to approve funds for the AFSCME agreement effective July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027

Conservation Commission

The Ledyard Conservation Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, review correspondence and public comments, and discuss informational items. Under old business, they will cover property walks, financial reports, the Pollinator Pathways Project, field clearing at White-Hall Property, and recommendations for the Burton Woods Management Plan Update. The agenda is largely routine with no major new actions listed.

• Approval of August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial reports: Conservation general YTD 8-27-25 and White Hall GL account detail 8-27-25
• Pollinator Pathways Project continued
• Field Clearing at White-Hall Property
• Recommendations to Burton Woods Management Plan Update

Cemetery Committee

The Ledyard Cemetery Committee is holding a regular meeting with a fiscal report, committee updates, and approval of past minutes. They will continue discussions on right-of-way, cemetery book update, and restoration, and may vote on changing the meeting time from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.

• Fiscal report
• Flags, Adopters, and Veterans committee updates
• Approve minutes from June 10 and June 24, 2025
• Right-of-way (ROW) continued
• Possible vote to change meeting time to 9:00 a.m.

America 250 Planning Committee

The America 250 Planning Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss planning for the nation's 250th anniversary. The agenda includes approval of the July 8, 2025 minutes and a discussion of old business, with attachments including a planning guide, event working list, and letters from state officials. No votes on specific projects or funding are listed.

• Motion to approve minutes of July 8, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of America 250 planning resources and events working list
• Letters from Denise Merrill (9/3/2024) and CT initiatives (4/2/2025) included

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee is holding a special meeting, the sole agenda item being a motion to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation concerning School Roof Project Contracts. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation concerning School Roof Project Contracts

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee held a special meeting and, after an executive session on pending litigation, voted unanimously to recommend that Mayor Fred B. Allyn III terminate the construction contract with Imperial Restoration Contractor, Inc. The contract, dated May 30, 2024, concerns the School Roof Project. The recommendation passed 5-0 with one member excused.

• Entered executive session to discuss pending litigation on School Roof Project Contracts (5-0)
• Recommended Mayor terminate construction contract with Imperial Restoration Contractor, Inc. (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee will consider several motions, including allocating opioid settlement funds to the Ledyard Prevention Coalition, transferring over $400,000 to Board of Education capital non-recurring accounts, and approving expenditures for an EOC server rack and a cost segregation consultant. They will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and ARPA funding, and consider a bid waiver for sludge removal.

• Motion to allocate up to an unspecified amount from National Opioid Settlement Funding to Ledyard Prevention Coalition for opioid abatement programs
• Motion to appropriate $3,635 for EOC server rack from Nuclear Safety Emergency Program funding
• Motion to transfer $250,636 to BOE CNR Ag-Science account
• Motion to transfer $157,133 to BOE CNR Reserve Fund
• Motion to authorize up to $25,000 for cost segregation consultant for tax credits

The Ledyard Finance Committee met on September 3, 2025, and recommended approval of several appropriations, including $3,635 for an Emergency Operations Center server rack, $250,636 for Board of Education capital non-recurring Ag-Science projects, $25,000 for a cost segregation consultant, a bid waiver for sludge removal, and $1,500 for an appraisal of 480R Shewville Road. A motion to transfer $157,133 to the BOE CNR Reserve Fund was tabled. The committee also continued discussions on opioid settlement funding, CIP/CNR changes, and grant opportunities.

• Recommended approval of $3,635 appropriation for EOC server rack (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $250,636 transfer to BOE CNR Ag-Science (3-0)
• Tabled $157,133 transfer to BOE CNR Reserve Fund
• Recommended approval of $25,000 for cost segregation consultant (3-0)
• Recommended approval of bid waiver for Wastewater Services Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,500 for appraisal of 480R Shewville Road (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 6 and August 20, 2025 (3-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Ledyard Economic Development Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss ongoing projects, including the Route 12 Corridor Study, a business directory update, and a CT Main Street assessment. The commission will also review the 2024-2025 annual report and consider CEDAS certification. No presentations are scheduled, and the agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and reports from the mayor and planner.

• Route 12 Corridor Study discussion
• Business Directory Update
• CT Main Street Assessment (amended May 2025) discussion
• 2024-2025 Annual Report discussion
• CEDAS certification discussion

The Economic Development Commission met and heard public comments critical of the Route 12 Corridor Study, discussed next steps for the study and CT Main Street recommendations, and reviewed blight issues including Kartway and a foreclosure sale. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the only motion was to approve the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes, which passed unanimously.

• Approved August 5, 2025 special meeting minutes (6-0, Cherry absent)
• Discussed Route 12 Corridor Study next steps; mayor suggested making it primary topic at next meeting
• Discussed CT Main Street recommendations, including nature-based placemaking and steering committee
• Dreimiller volunteered for Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee spot
• Noted Kartway cleanup and potential demolition; mayor suggested zoning changes to aid sale
• Reported blight lien and upcoming foreclosure sale at 528 Col. Ledyard Hwy
• Discussed refrigerator disposal process for 69 Whalehead Rd. property
• Discussed CEDAS certification; Dreimiller identified ~55 points earned, will discuss next meeting

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Ledyard Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a regular meeting to review old business, including presentations on the Route 117 and Fairway/Colby Drive projects, updates to the WPCA handbook, Fox Run billing and leak discussions, and a lead survey status update. New business includes approving a CUSI software upgrade, a pump maintenance request, and several invoice payments. The meeting is open to the public and includes a comment period for residents.

• Weston & Sampson presentation on Route 117 and Fairway/Colby Drive projects
• WPCA Handbook updates to Miscellaneous Charges Table
• Fox Run billing and leak discussion continued
• Lead Survey Status update - grant documents to be sent to DPH
• Motion to approve payments: Groton Utilities invoices $34.31 and $4,539.68, Ti-Sales invoice $1,016.96

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved a $38,475.65 sewer overpayment credit for Fox Run, to be applied over time. They also approved the WPCA Rules and Regulations Version 3.1, effective October 1, 2025, and a five-year inspection and maintenance contract with Cummins for Holmberg fire pumps at $7,211.00. Several invoices were approved for payment, including one for a Neptune meter and one for Holmberg pump maintenance. A Groton Utilities invoice for Ledyard Bike path support was discussed but not voted on, as it was deemed to be a Public Works matter.

• Approved $38,475.65 sewer credit to Fox Run (5-0)
• Approved WPCA Rules and Regulations Version 3.1, effective Oct 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 5-year Cummins inspection/maintenance contract for Holmberg fire pumps, $7,211.00 (5-0)
• Approved payment of Groton Utilities invoice #0028440, $34.31, for lead inventory (5-0)
• Approved payment of Ti-Sales invoice #INV0187028, $1,016.96, for Neptune meter (5-0)
• Approved payment of Northeast Pump invoice #2831L, $9,467, for Holmberg pump maintenance (5-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on Groton Utilities invoice #0028441, $4,539.68, for Ledyard Bike path support
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2025 regular meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee, along with the Town Council and Board of Education, will hold a joint work session to discuss initiatives for preparing the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget. Topics include reducing expenses, contract negotiations, healthcare costs, potential service consolidation, capital improvement planning, and budget format. The meeting is a discussion, not a final decision-making session.

• Options to reduce expenses and minimize budget increases
• Guidance for negotiation and execution of contracts (labor, services, supplies, utilities)
• Employees & Retirees Healthcare expenses
• Potential areas to share/consolidate/regionalize services between General Government and Board of Education
• Long term planning for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)

The Town Council and Board of Education Finance Committees held a joint work session to discuss the FY 2026/2027 budget. They discussed options to reduce expenses, including potential savings from a new trash hauling contract, and reviewed guidance for contract negotiations. The group agreed to discuss the recording of additional revenues at their next quarterly meeting, and deferred setting future meeting dates until after the November 2025 election. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Agreed to discuss recording of additional revenues at next quarterly meeting
• Deferred setting quarterly meeting dates to incoming elected officials
• Discussed shifting school nurse expenses to BOE budget by Dec 31, 2025 (proposal)
• Discussed recording BOE healthcare expenses on BOE side of budget (proposal)
• Noted $481,385 increase in Agri-Science Grant revenue for FY25/26 budget (discussion)

Community Relations Committee For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Ledyard Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including hosting 'Informal Conversations in the Park' at town venues, developing a relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council, reviewing government training presentations, and researching community organizations for opioid settlement funding. The agenda also includes approval of the May 21, 2025 minutes and other old and new business.

• Continued discussion on 'Informal Conversations in the Park' at venues like Bush Pond on Lantern Hill Road
• Protocol to develop a relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council
• Review of Department Heads Government Training Presentations
• Research on opioid and substance abuse programs using Opioid Settlement Funding
• Discussion on setting a 2025 schedule for forums and initiatives

The Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion met on August 20, 2025, but took no substantive action. All old and new business items were continued without votes or outcomes, including discussions on hosting 'Informal Conversations in the Park,' building a relationship with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council, and reviewing opioid settlement funding programs. The only motion was to approve the May 21, 2025 minutes, but no result was recorded.

• Motion to approve May 21, 2025 minutes made, result not recorded
• Continued discussion on 'Informal Conversations in the Park' venues
• Continued protocol for relationship with Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council
• Continued review of Department Heads Government Training Presentations
• Continued research on opioid and substance abuse programs
• Continued discussion on 2025 schedule for forums and initiatives
• Continued designated youth fishing waterway item
• Continued recognition of Colonel William Ledyard

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission is holding its regular August meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, roll call, public comments, and approval of the July 15, 2025 minutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from July 15, 2025
• Citizens comments period
• Comments of commission members
• Correspondence review
• Old and new business items

Retirement Board

The Ledyard Retirement Board will review the second-quarter investment report and approve the June 17, 2025 minutes. The meeting includes updates from the Human Resources and Finance Directors. The board will also address a revision to the defined benefit plan for full-time employees.

• Motion to approve a monthly retirement benefit of $2,111.08 for Brian Pepin effective August 1, 2025
• Motion to approve payment of $8,750 to USI for 50% of actuarial services for the 2025 Plan Year
• Review of the Defined Benefit Plan revision update for full-time employees
• Presentation of the 2Q25 QIR by Chris Rowlins of Fiducient Advisors

The Ledyard Retirement Board approved a monthly retirement benefit of $2,111.08 for Brian Pepin, a firefighter since 2006, payable as a 50% Joint & Survivor Annuity effective August 1, 2025. The board also approved a $8,750 payment to USI for actuarial services and the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. All votes were 3-0 with one member excused.

• Approved monthly retirement benefit of $2,111.08 for Brian Pepin (3-0)
• Approved $8,750 payment to USI for actuarial services (3-0)
• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission approved the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes as written. The meeting was largely discussion-based, covering updates on the Spicer Ruins project, Sawmill maintenance, Nathan Lester House activities, and preservation initiatives. No major decisions were made beyond the minutes approval and adjournment.

• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:29 p.m. (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and decide on the Habitat for Humanity of Eastern CT application (PZ#25-4SITE) for a 38-dwelling-unit development at 8, 9 & 11 Colby Drive, including site improvements and road completion. The commission will also discuss a proposed zoning text amendment for multifamily dwellings (PZ#25-2ZRA) and review new site plan applications for commercial and mixed-use projects. No public hearings are scheduled.

• PZ#25-4SITE: Habitat for Humanity 38-unit development at Colby Drive, tabled from 7/10/25
• PZ#25-2ZRA: Zoning text amendment for multifamily dwellings, public hearing closed 7/31/25
• PZ#25-5SITE: Site plan for commercial businesses at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway
• PZ#25-6SITE: Convert 1598 Route 12 to mixed-use with 3 apartments
• Pre-application: 2-lot resubdivision at 939 Long Cove Road

The Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan to convert the second floor of 1598 Route 12 into three one-bedroom apartments, with conditions including parking, lighting, and trash screening revisions. The commission tabled three other applications: a Habitat for Humanity subdivision, a zoning text amendment for multifamily housing, and a site plan for towing and landscaping businesses, all to the September 11 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved PZ#25-6SITE: conversion of second floor to 3 apartments at 1598 Route 12 (6-0)
• Tabled PZ#25-4SITE: Habitat for Humanity 27-house subdivision at Colby Drive (6-0)
• Tabled PZ#25-2ZRA: multifamily zoning text amendment (6-0)
• Tabled PZ#25-5SITE: towing/landscape businesses at 750 Colonel Ledyard Highway (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 10 and July 31 meetings (6-0)

America 250 Planning Committee

The Ledyard America 250 Planning Committee will hold a remote meeting to approve the minutes from July 8, 2025. The primary agenda item is a discussion of America 250 planning resources, including a letter from Denise Merrill and a state planning guide. The committee will also review a working list of events related to the America 250 initiative.

• Approval of minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of America 250 Planning Resources and CT Planning Guide
• Review of America 250 Events Working List

The regular meeting of the America 250 Planning Committee was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No official decisions were made. Informal conversation occurred among the listed participants.

Conservation Commission

The Ledyard Conservation Commission is holding its regular August meeting, primarily to review and approve the June minutes, discuss correspondence including a DEEP application, and continue old business items such as property walks, financial reports, the Pollinator Pathways Project, field clearing at White-Hall Property, recommendations for the Burton Woods Management Plan, and a request from the Lantern Hill Valley Association. No new substantive actions are listed beyond these ongoing items.

• DEEP application #202505542
• Pollinator Pathways Project continued
• Field Clearing at White-Hall Property
• Recommendations to Burton Woods Management Plan Update
• Lantern Hill Valley Association Request

Finance Committee

The Ledyard Finance Committee will discuss potential uses for National Opioid Settlement funds, review the Capital Improvement Plan and ARPA funding, and consider grant opportunities. They will also vote on appropriating $10,000 for Emergency Operations Center upgrades, approving an interconnection agreement for Juliet Long School, and approving standing bid waivers for FY 25/26.

• Motion to appropriate $10,000 for Fire Marshall equipment and EOC upgrades, funded by FY 2026 Nuclear Safety Emergency Program allocation
• Motion to recommend Mayor Fred B. Allyn III execute an interconnection agreement with Eversource for Juliet Long School (INT-109249)
• Motion to approve standing bid waivers for FY 25/26, including Capital Region Purchasing Council, State of CT, and cooperative bids
• Discussion on potential uses for National Opioid Settlement payments
• Continued discussion on Capital Improvement Plan and ARPA funding process

The Ledyard Finance Committee recommended approval of a $10,000 appropriation for Emergency Operations Center upgrades funded by the Nuclear Safety Emergency Program, and recommended the mayor execute a solar interconnection agreement with Eversource for Juliet W. Long School, including a $1,972 meter payment. The committee also approved standing bid waivers for FY 25/26 and discussed opioid settlement funding and ARPA project updates. All votes were 3-0.

• Recommended $10,000 appropriation for EOC upgrades (3-0)
• Recommended Eversource solar interconnection agreement for Juliet Long School (3-0)
• Approved standing bid waivers for FY 25/26 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 18, 2025 (3-0)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council will hold a special meeting to elect a new chairman and appoint Ms. Adrienne L. Parad to fill a vacancy on the council. The body will also approve various committee appointments, job descriptions, and financial motions, including a $10,000 appropriation for emergency management equipment.

• Election of a new Town Council Chairman
• Appointment of Ms. Adrienne L. Parad to the Town Council
• Reappointment of three members to the Agricultural Commission
• Appropriation of $10,000 for Fire Marshall equipment and EOC upgrades
• Approval of job descriptions for Land Use Planning and Mayor's Office staff

The Ledyard Town Council elected Councilor Gary St. Vil as chairman to finish the term of former Chairman Rodriguez, who resigned. The council also appointed Dr. Adrienne L. Parad to fill the resulting vacancy, approved several routine appointments and job description updates, and authorized funding for emergency operations and a solar interconnection agreement. All votes were 8-0.

• Elected Gary St. Vil as Town Council Chairman (8-0)
• Appointed Adrienne L. Parad to Town Council vacancy (8-0)
• Approved minutes of July 9 and July 23, 2025 (8-0)
• Reappointed Agricultural Commission members and Michael Cherry to water authority (8-0)
• Approved standing bid waivers for FY 25/26 (8-0)
• Appropriated $10,000 for Emergency Operations Center upgrade (8-0)
• Authorized Eversource interconnection agreement and $1,972 meter payment for Juliet Long School solar (8-0)
• Approved three job description updates and four board/commission appointments (8-0)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is holding a special executive session to discuss pending litigation concerning school projects contracts. The only substantive item is a motion to enter the closed session; no public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation concerning School Projects Contracts

The Ledyard Town Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation concerning School Projects Contracts. The session included all councilors, the mayor, and the administrative assistant. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the session.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for pending litigation on School Projects Contracts (8-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (8-0)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss and possibly act on creating an Ethics Commission, including a draft ordinance establishing a code of ethics. They will also consider several appointments to town boards and commissions. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion and possible action to create an Ethics Commission for the Town of Ledyard
• Motion to reappoint Allyson Angelini, Katie Yuhase, and Steve Martic to the Agricultural Commission for three-year terms ending September 24, 2028
• Motion to appoint Jennifer Bingham as Alternate Member to the Board of Assessment Appeals for a term ending August 26, 2028
• Motion to appoint Greg Lockhart as Alternate Member to the Planning & Zoning Commission for a term ending December 31, 2025

The Administration Committee did not act on the draft Ethics Ordinance, choosing to review the Town Attorney's edits further. The committee approved three appointments: reappointments to the Agricultural Commission, and appointments to the Board of Assessment Appeals and Planning & Zoning Commission. Minutes from July 9, 2025 were also approved.

• Tabled action on draft Ethics Ordinance for further review
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2025 (3-0)
• Reappointed three members to Agricultural Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Jennifer Bingham to Board of Assessment Appeals (3-0)
• Appointed Greg Lockhart to Planning & Zoning Commission (3-0)

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission will vote on regulated activities for a 278-unit multifamily residential development proposed by C.R. Klewin LLC at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway in Gales Ferry. The public hearing for this application closed on July 15, 2025, after multiple continuations. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Decision on IWWC#25-5: 278-unit multifamily housing development at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway (Gales Ferry)
• Discussion of Sustainable CT Ad Hoc Committee
• Approval of minutes from the July 1, 2025 Regular Meeting
• Approval of minutes from the July 15, 2025 Special Meeting

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission voted 5-0 to deny without prejudice application IWWC#25-5SITE for a 278-unit multifamily housing development at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway, Gales Ferry. The denial was based on the applicant's failure to provide required test pit and permeability data, leaving the commission unable to determine impacts on wetlands and watercourses. The commission also tabled approval of the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes and approved the July 15, 2025 special meeting minutes as amended.

• Denied without prejudice IWWC#25-5SITE for 278-unit housing at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway (5-0)
• Approved July 15, 2025 special meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Tabled approval of July 1, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Ledyard Beautification Committee

The Ledyard Beautification Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to approve June 3, 2025 minutes and discuss future projects. The primary new business involves reviewing two Rotary Foundation grants: one for planting and one for a historical exhibit. No specific dollar amounts or project locations are listed in the agenda text.

• Motion to approve Regular Meeting minutes from June 3, 2025
• Discussion of future projects
• Review of Rotary Foundation grant for planting
• Review of Rotary Foundation grant for historical exhibit

The Ledyard Beautification Committee discussed future projects and decided to plant crocuses in the shape of "250" on November 1, following the daffodil planting on October 25, using a $1,000 Rotary Foundation grant. The committee also decided to withdraw from the September 17 farmers market event. Minutes from June 3, 2025, were approved unanimously.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
• Decided to plant crocuses on November 1 at 10:00 a.m. (following daffodil planting on October 25)
• Decided to back out of the September 17 farmers market event
• Adjourned meeting at 5:28 p.m. (5-0, 1 absent)

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will review and vote on multiple invoices and contract actions for school projects, including a $791,024.15 payment for the Juliet Long Elementary School HVAC replacement and a $200,514.00 deduct change order. They will also discuss updates on roof projects at Juliet Long, Gales Ferry, and the Board of Education Central Office, and consider a solar interconnection agreement with Eversource for Juliet Long School.

• Motion to approve $791,024.15 payment to The Nutmeg Companies for Juliet Long HVAC replacement
• Motion to approve $200,514.00 deduct change order for Juliet Long HVAC project
• Motion to authorize Eversource interconnection agreement and $1,972.00 payment for Juliet Long solar
• Approval of invoices from STV totaling $54,348.55 for roof projects at Central Office, Juliet Long, and Gales Ferry
• Discussion on furniture for Gallup Hill School Building Project

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee approved a series of payments and agreements for school construction projects, including a $791,024.15 payment to Nutmeg Companies for the Juliet Long HVAC replacement, a solar interconnection agreement with Eversource, and several invoices for professional services. The committee also approved a change order reducing the HVAC contract by $200,514 and up to $50,000 for soffit and ceiling work. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member absent.

• Approved $791,024.15 payment to Nutmeg Companies for JWL HVAC replacement (5-0)
• Approved Eversource interconnection agreement and $1,972.00 payment for Juliet Long solar (5-0)
• Approved change order reducing JWL HVAC contract by $200,514.00 (5-0)
• Approved up to $50,000 for soffit and ceiling installation at JWL (5-0)
• Approved STV invoices totaling $54,348.55 for roof/solar projects (5-0)
• Approved Shipman & Goodwin invoices totaling $3,923.50 (5-0)
• Approved Materials Testing proposal not to exceed $2,500.00 (5-0)
• Approved Friar Architecture invoice of $4,200.00 (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Ledyard Housing Authority is holding its regular meeting to accept financial reports for June and July 2025, approve meeting minutes, and receive updates from the executive director and chairperson. The board will also discuss renovation updates and any old or new business. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, with a total of thirty minutes allotted.

• Motion to accept Payment of Bills and Financial Reports for June and July 2025
• Motion to approve Special Meeting Minutes of June 12, 2025
• Renovation updates
• Suggestion box discussion

The Ledyard Housing Authority approved the payment of bills and financial reports for June and July 2025, with a 2-0 vote (one abstention, two excused). The board also approved the minutes of the June 12, 2025 special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates on waiting list, inspections, and community activities.

• Approved Payment of Bills and Financial Reports for June and July 2025 (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 special meeting (3-0)

Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee

The Land Use/Planning/Public Works Committee agreed to send a letter to the Historic District Commission regarding the Spicer Homestead Ruins, asking about progress, next steps, and timeline, with a response requested by October 3, 2025. The committee also removed the noise ordinance discussion from future agendas, concluding that state statutes already address noise. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 6:31 p.m.

• Agreed to send letter to Historic District Commission on Spicer Homestead Ruins (3-0)
• Removed noise ordinance discussion from future agendas (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2025 (motion made, no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:31 p.m. (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission closed the public hearing on PZ#25-2ZRA, a proposed zoning text amendment for multifamily dwellings, and then voted 5-0 to table the application until the August 14, 2025 regular meeting. The decision to table means no final action was taken on the amendment at this meeting.

• Closed public hearing on PZ#25-2ZRA (5-0)
• Tabled PZ#25-2ZRA until August 14, 2025 regular meeting (5-0)

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider a motion authorizing the transfer of up to $400,000 from an undesignated account to the Board of Education's new equipment account for the emergency replacement of the chiller at Gales Ferry School. The motion also declares the town's intent to reimburse the funds through future tax-exempt bonding. The agenda includes only this single business item, along with standard procedural items.

• Transfer of up to $400,000 from Account #21090305-58915 (CNR-Undesignated) to Account #21070101-57300 (CNR-Board of Education-New Equipment)
• Emergency replacement of the chiller at Gales Ferry School
• Declaration of official intent to reimburse funds from future tax-exempt bonding
• Bid waiver requested for the chiller replacement

The Town Council authorized a transfer of up to $400,000 from the CNR-Undesignated account to the Board of Education New Equipment account for the emergency replacement of the chiller at Gales Ferry School. The motion also declared the town's intent to reimburse the funds through future tax-exempt bonding. The minutes do not record the vote tally.

• Authorized transfer from Account #21090305-58915 to Account #21070101-57300 for chiller replacement
• Appropriated up to $400,000 for emergency chiller replacement at Gales Ferry School
• Declared official intent to reimburse funds from future tax-exempt bonding

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Ledyard Water Pollution Control Authority approved entering into an agreement with Sweet Meadows for a proposed on-site wastewater treatment system, with the town to own and manage the system per state statute. The board also approved updates to its Rules and Regulations handbook, including changes to delinquent account notices and disputed bill procedures. Payments to Groton Utilities for diversion permits and lead inventory were approved, while an invoice for emergencies was tabled pending clarification. The board discussed the failed Holmberg fire pump, which will cost about $12,000 to replace, with no impact on customer water pressure.

• Approved entering into agreement with Sweet Meadows for sewer request (5-0)
• Approved changes to WPCA Rules and Regulations handbook (5-0)
• Approved $470.00 payment to Groton Utilities for diversion permits (5-0)
• Approved $235.00 payment to Groton Utilities for diversion permits (5-0)
• Tabled $1,276.14 payment to Groton Utilities for Ledyard Emergencies
• Approved $267.07 payment to Groton Utilities for lead inventory (5-0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes as amended (4-0, 1 abstention)

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the May 19, 2025 minutes, reports from the Town Council liaison and chairman, committee updates, and open periods for old and new business. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from May 19, 2025
• Town Council Liaison report by Councilor Bill Barnes
• Chairman's financial reports (General fund and Capital account YTD as of 7-15-25)
• Committee reports: Sawmill, Nathan Lester House, Center School, Social Media, Research/Preservation

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing and then discuss and decide on application IWWC#25-5SITE for a 278-unit multifamily residential development at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway in Gales Ferry. The applicant, C.R. Klewin LLC, seeks approval for regulated activities associated with the construction and site improvements. The public hearing must close by July 16, 2025, and the commission will deliberate on the application after the hearing.

• Public hearing and decision on IWWC#25-5SITE for 278-unit multifamily housing at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway
• Applicant: C.R. Klewin LLC, agent Brian Smith, Esq., Robinson & Cole
• Multiple continuances and extensions granted; hearing must close by 7/16/25
• Extensive exhibits include wetland evaluations, drainage reports, site plans, and public comments
• Commission will discuss and decide on the application after the hearing

Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission

The Ledyard Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission will vote to appoint LTR Bacon and LTR Crocker to the commission. The body will also approve a joint logo for the Parks, Recreation, and Senior Center and discuss youth sports oversight. Additionally, the commission will approve minutes from May and June 2025 and review upcoming senior center activities.

• Motion to appoint LTR Bacon to the commission
• Motion to appoint LTR Crocker to the commission
• Motion to approve the Parks, Recreation, and Senior Center Joint Logo
• Motion to approve the Eagle Scout Project to repair and paint the Soccer wall at Clarks/Purdy Field
• Discussion of Youth Sports Oversight

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes as written. Members discussed the upcoming end of a farming lease on town property and the possibility of issuing a request for proposals, as well as potential involvement in the Ledyard 250 celebration. No formal action was taken on these discussion items.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 excused)
• Discussed planning for farm lease transition and possible RFP
• Discussed potential commission involvement in Ledyard 250 celebration

Social Services Board

The Ledyard Social Services Board will hold a hybrid meeting to approve May 22 minutes and review the April-June 2025 social services report. The agenda includes updates on the Linda C. Davis Food Pantry and Parks & Recreation Summer Camp Scholarships. The board will also discuss a potential action regarding a Ledyard Rotary Foundation Grant application.

• Approval of Social Services Board Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2025
• Review of Social Services Report for April - June 2025
• Update on Linda C. Davis Food Pantry
• Discussion of Parks & Recreation Summer Camp Scholarships
• Discussion and possible action on Ledyard Rotary Foundation Grant

The Ledyard Social Services Board approved the minutes from its May 22, 2025 meeting. Members heard a report on food pantry usage and referrals, discussed the impact of federal food program cuts, and reviewed upcoming events including a school supply drive and a potential Rotary grant application. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed Ledyard Rotary Foundation Grant application (no vote)
• Heard food pantry report and federal program cuts (no action)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will continue a public hearing and then discuss and decide on a proposed zoning text amendment (PZ#25-2ZRA) that would allow multifamily dwellings. The hearing must close by July 16, 2025. The commission will also take up a tabled site plan application for a 27-unit housing development on Colby Drive.

• Public hearing on PZ#25-2ZRA, proposed zoning text amendments for multifamily dwellings, continued and must close by 7/16/25
• Discussion and decision on PZ#25-2ZRA, the same multifamily zoning amendment
• Old business: PZ#25-4SITE, Habitat for Humanity of Eastern CT, 27 single and multifamily houses at 8, 9 & 11 Colby Drive, including road extension and detention pond
• Approval of minutes from June 12 and June 26, 2025 meetings

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council approved a bid waiver of up to $390,782 for Tradesmen of New England to replace the chiller at Gales Ferry School on an emergency basis. The motion passed unanimously with 8 ayes and 1 excused. The meeting also included proclamations honoring David Holdridge, Daniel and Laura Troy, and outgoing Chairman S. Naomi Rodriguez, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved bid waiver up to $390,782 for emergency chiller replacement at Gales Ferry School (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes of June 11, June 18, and June 25 meetings (motion carried)

Administration Committee

The Administration Committee will discuss and possibly act on creating an Ethics Commission for the Town of Ledyard, including a draft ordinance establishing a code of ethics. The committee will also vote on several job description updates and appointments. Public comments are invited at the start of the meeting.

• Discussion and possible action to create an Ethics Commission for the Town of Ledyard
• Motion to approve job description for Assistant to the Director of Land Use & Planning (draft dated June 10, 2025)
• Motion to approve updates to Executive Assistant to the Mayor job description (draft dated June 24, 2025)
• Motion to approve Office Assistant II - Mayor's Office job description (draft dated June 24, 2025)
• Motion to reappoint Michael Cherry to Southeastern Connecticut Water Authority (term ending August 31, 2027) and appoint James Philopena to Board of Assessment Appeals (term ending December 5, 2027)

The Administration Committee approved three job description updates, recommended reappointing Michael Cherry to the Southeastern Connecticut Water Authority, and recommended appointing James Philopena to the Board of Assessment Appeals. The committee also approved the June 11, 2025 minutes and continued discussion on creating an Ethics Commission. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Assistant to the Director of Land Use & Planning job description (3-0)
• Recommended approval of updates to Executive Assistant to the Mayor job description (3-0)
• Recommended approval of updates to Office Assistant II - Mayor's Office job description (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Michael Cherry to Southeastern Connecticut Water Authority (3-0)
• Recommended appointment of James Philopena to Board of Assessment Appeals (3-0)
• Continued discussion on Ethics Commission ordinance

America 250 Planning Committee

The committee approved the April 8, 2025 minutes and discussed a full calendar of events for the America 250 celebration, including a kickoff on July 4, 2025, banners, a voting sticker contest, and a time capsule burial. A $1,000 grant from the Ledyard Rotary Club was received, and Mayor Allyn will donate $500 for pole banners. No formal votes were taken on the event plans; the only votes were to approve the minutes and adjourn.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received $1,000 grant from Ledyard Rotary Club
• Mayor Allyn to donate $500 for pole banners
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee is holding a special meeting that consists almost entirely of a motion to enter executive session to discuss pending legal matters regarding contracts. No other business is listed on the agenda, so no public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Motion to enter executive session to discuss pending legal matters regarding contracts

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee held a special meeting and voted unanimously (5-0, with one excused) to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation concerning School Roof Project Contracts. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the only action was the motion to go into executive session, which was approved. The meeting adjourned at 5:26 p.m.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss pending litigation on School Roof Project Contracts (5-0, 1 excused)

Housing Authority

The Ledyard Housing Authority is holding its regular July meeting to accept June 2025 financial reports and bills, approve the June 12 special meeting minutes, and receive updates on renovations and other old business. The agenda also includes public comment periods for tenants and residents, limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Motion to accept Payment of Bills and Financial Reports for June 2025
• Motion to approve Special Meeting Minutes of June 12, 2025
• Renovation Updates under Old Business
• Suggestion Box discussion under Old Business

Permanent Municipal Building Committee

The Permanent Municipal Building Committee will review progress reports and discuss budgets for the Juliet Long, Gales Ferry, and Board of Education Central Office projects, including roof and solar work. They will vote on several invoices, including payments to Proscan, Inc., Shipman & Goodwin LLP, and Gold Seal Roofing LLC. The committee will also receive updates on the Juliet Long HVAC project and discuss furniture for the Gallup Hill School Building Project.

• Motion to approve Proscan, Inc. invoice #101076 for $1,550.00 for infrared roof moisture survey at Gales Ferry School
• Motion to approve Proscan, Inc. invoice #101077 for $1,550.00 for infrared moisture survey at Ledyard Board of Education
• Motion to approve Gold Seal Roofing LLC payment of $83,058.30 for Juliet Long School roof replacement and photovoltaic project
• Motion to approve Silver Petrucelli & Associates invoice #25-2062 for $850.00 for Gales Ferry roof and PV project
• Discussion and possible action on furniture for Gallup Hill School Building Project

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission heard a draft presentation of the Rt. 12 Corridor Study by Goman & York, highlighting findings on demographics, traffic, and development barriers. No formal action was taken on the study; it was tabled for further review, with commissioners to submit comments to staff. The commission also approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes and discussed minor updates to the business directory and signage follow-up.

• Approved June 3, 2025 EDC meeting minutes (5-0, Tashea excused)
• Tabled Rt. 12 Corridor Study draft for commissioner comments
• Noted business directory updates for historic districts and hiking trails
• Deferred CT Main Street town visit to August meeting

Inland Wetland and Water Courses Commission

The Commission approved the Habitat for Humanity multi-family affordable housing development at 8, 9 & 11 Colby Drive with conditions, including soil erosion controls and inspections. The public hearing for the 278-unit multifamily development at 19, 29 & 39 Military Highway was continued to July 15, 2025, and the application was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved IWWC#25-11SITE (Habitat for Humanity, 16 single-family and 11 duplex dwellings) with conditions (5-0)
• Granted extension of time for public hearing on IWWC#25-5SITE (Military Highway) (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on IWWC#25-5SITE to July 15, 2025 (4-0, DeBrodt nay)
• Tabled IWWC#25-5SITE (Military Highway) discussion and decision
• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Ledyard Beautification Committee

The Ledyard Beautification Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting in hybrid format. The agenda includes public comments, approval of June 3, 2025 minutes, and discussion of future projects under old business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond routine procedural items.

• Approval of June 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of future projects
• Public comments period

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission continued the public hearing for proposed zoning text amendments for multifamily dwellings (PZ#25-2ZRA) to the July 10, 2025 regular meeting, and tabled any decision on the application. The commission also discussed a site plan request for 1 Inchcliffe Drive, but the Zoning Enforcement Official stated the project would not be allowed in the zone, making it a moot item.

• Continued public hearing PZ#25-2ZRA to July 10, 2025 (5-0)
• Tabled decision on PZ#25-2ZRA (5-0)
• Discussed 1 Inchcliffe Drive site plan; deemed not allowed in zone, no action taken

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider several administrative and financial items. These include reappointments to town boards, adoption of a resolution supporting Sustainable CT certification, approval of updated job descriptions, a grant application for firefighter equipment, and a fund transfer for updating the Plan of Conservation and Development.

• Reappoint Ethan Foltz to Farmers' Market Committee (term ending May 9, 2028)
• Reappoint Lauren Hawes, Paula Crocker, Stephanie Bacon to Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Commission (term ending June 28, 2028)
• Adopt resolution supporting Sustainable CT Municipal Certification Program and establish ad hoc committee
• Approve grant application to Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program for up to $10,000 for rescue equipment
• Transfer $60,000 from Professional Services to Plan Conserve & Development for updating Plan of Conservation & Development and Affordable Housing Plan

Cemetery Committee

The Ledyard Cemetery Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss a grant related to a neglected cemetery. The agenda contains no other substantive items, contracts, or decisions.

• Discussion of a Neglected Cemetery Grant

The Cemetery Committee reviewed the Neglected Cemetery Account Grant Program and selected five cemeteries for potential work. The chair will ask the grant office if funds can be shifted from ground maintenance to headstone restoration. A site inspection with a preservation expert is scheduled for June 28. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was adjournment.

• Selected five cemeteries for grant focus: Newton, Morgan Billings, Stoddard Hurlburt, Robert Stoddard, Maintown
• Chair to contact grant office about reallocating funds to headstone restoration
• Scheduled site inspection for June 28 at 9 a.m. with Mr. Geer
• Adjourned special meeting at 5:17 p.m. (5-0)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Ledyard Water Pollution Control Authority will review operations reports and discuss the status of the lead survey and WPCA handbook. The body is expected to vote on adjustments to the SCWA/WPCA Exclusive Service Area Agreement and approve a bid waiver for Meeting House Lane. Additionally, the authority will approve three payments to Groton Utilities totaling $5,079.42.

• Discussion and possible vote on SCWA/WPCA Exclusive Service Area Agreement Adjustments
• Motion to approve $4,143.36 payment to Groton Utilities for police overtime
• Motion to approve $235.00 payment to Groton Utilities for diversion permits
• Motion to approve $701.06 payment to Groton Utilities for lead inventory
• Bid Waiver Approval for Meeting House Lane

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved a $9,500 contract with Wright-Pierce Engineering for a hydraulic model calibration, field verification, and water age analysis. The board also approved three payments to Groton Utilities totaling $5,079.42 for police overtime, diversion permits, and lead inventory work. Members continued reviewing the WPCA Handbook, agreeing to remove sections on backflow devices and pool-filling discounts, and discussed a proposed service area agreement adjustment with SCWA.

• Approved $9,500 Wright-Pierce hydraulic model study (5-0)
• Approved $4,143.36 payment to Groton Utilities for police overtime (5-0)
• Approved $235.00 payment to Groton Utilities for diversion permits (5-0)
• Approved $701.06 payment to Groton Utilities for lead inventory (5-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Jim Ball as voting member
• Agreed to remove backflow device and pool-filling discount paragraphs from handbook
• Agreed to edit pool-filling section to allow commercial rate and sewer fee waiver

Town Council

The Ledyard Town Council adopted a $70,364,977 budget for fiscal year 2025/2026, with $29,902,735 for General Government and $40,462,242 for the Board of Education. The vote was 5-3, with Councilors Barnes, Dombrowski, and Ryan opposed. The council also rescinded the June 11, 2025 mil rate action and set the new real estate and personal property mil rate at 37.14, with a motor vehicle mil rate of 32.46, approved 5-3. The budget adjustments included reinstating $9,692 for the Town Hall Floater and reducing the Sand and Salt line by the same amount, plus shifting a $45,000 Board of Education reduction from capital to operating budget.

• Adopted FY2025/26 budget of $70,364,977 (5-3)
• Approved budget allocation adjustments: reinstated $9,692 Town Hall Floater, reduced Sand and Salt by $9,692, shifted $45,000 BOE reduction to operating budget (5-3)
• Rescinded June 11, 2025 mil rate action (8-0)
• Set FY2025/26 real estate and personal property mil rate at 37.14, motor vehicle at 32.46 (5-3)

Agricultural Commission

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting in a hybrid format. The agenda is largely procedural, covering call to order, roll call, public comments, and approval of the May 20, 2025 minutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed beyond routine items.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from May 20, 2025
• Citizens comments period
• Comments of commission members
• Informational items and correspondence

The Ledyard Agricultural Commission approved the minutes from its May 20, 2025 meeting as written. Members discussed challenges facing large animal veterinarians, including licensing fees, and considered asking state representatives to lower fees. They also discussed the Farmer's Market, a potential slaughterhouse shortage, and possible agricultural use of Clark Farm.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 excused)
• Discussed asking state reps to lower veterinarian licensing fees
• Discussed formal Ag Commission table at Farmer's Market
• Discussed slaughterhouse shortage and Clark Farm agricultural use

Retirement Board

The Ledyard Retirement Board will hold a regular meeting to review and approve minutes, receive updates from the Human Resources Director and Finance Director, and continue discussion on the Police Union Pension. The board will also consider entering executive session for legal services and approving a payment to Fiducient Advisors for pension consulting.

• Approve payment of $12,849.65 to Fiducient Advisors for consulting on the Defined Benefit Pension Plan (April 1–June 30, 2025)
• Update on Police Union Pension discussion
• Motion to enter executive session to discuss legal services for the Retirement Board
• Approve minutes from May 20, 2025
• Director of Human Resources update and Finance Director's report

The Ledyard Retirement Board approved a $12,849.65 payment to Fiducient Advisors for pension plan consulting, and approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. They discussed an upcoming retirement application, the annual contribution deployment, and a police union pension matter, but took no action on those items. The board also discussed revising the retirement plan document with legal counsel, with a draft expected by the next meeting.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved $12,849.65 invoice to Fiducient Advisors (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:16 a.m. (4-0)

Historic District Commission

The Ledyard Historic District Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to approve the May 19, 2025 minutes and review financial reports for the capital, general, and donation accounts. The agenda includes reports from the Sawmill, Nathan Lester House, Center School, Social Media, and Research/Preservation committees. No specific new ordinances, rezonings, or contract approvals are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from May 19, 2025
• Review of Capital, General, NLH donation, and Sawmill donation account reports as of June 10, 2025
• Reports from Sawmill, Nathan Lester House, Center School, Social Media, and Research/Preservation committees

The Ledyard Historic District Commission approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes as written. The commission discussed next steps for the Spicer Ruins, including a request for the Town Council to make a motion to appoint the commission to investigate the site as a historic property. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Rebecca Watford as voting member
• Adjourned meeting at 8:06 p.m. (6-0)

Library Commission

The Ledyard Library Commission is holding its regular meeting, where it will vote on meeting room regulations and creating an annual appeal procedure. It will also discuss federal library funding education and approve FY26 investment accounts. The agenda includes reports from the treasurer and director, covering multiple months.

• Approval of Meeting Room Regulations
• Vote on creating an annual appeal procedure
• Discussion on Federal library funding education
• Approval of FY26 Library Commission 'Either' and 'GF' Investment accounts
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2025