Deep River town meeting approves six measures; boards review budget, masterplan
Deep River's special town meeting on June 29 unanimously approved six measures, including ordinance amendments affecting parks, docks, Canfield Woods, and zoning fees, plus support for two Neighborhood Assistance Grant applications.
Town Meeting Approves Ordinance Changes and Appointments
The June 29 special town meeting, recorded in official minutes, approved all six items on its agenda by unanimous vote. Residents voted to support Neighborhood Assistance Grant applications for the First Congregational Church and the Deep River Housing Authority. Juana L. Figueroa was appointed to the Community Health Committee.
Four ordinance amendments passed unanimously: revisions to the Park and Recreation Commission quorum and hiring authority; updated Deep River Landing and Dock restrictions; regulatory authority over Canfield Woods granted to the Conservation Commission; and an updated Planning and Zoning Fee Ordinance, which included the repeal of two outdated ordinances.
Board of Selectmen Reviews Tax Refunds, DOT Grant, Budget Referendum
The Board of Selectmen met June 23 to discuss several items, though minutes have not yet been published. The agenda included a request for $2,240.84 in tax refunds, discussion of the upcoming town budget referendum, and a public hearing on the Transfer Station budget. The board was also scheduled to receive a report on an $846,400.00 Department of Transportation Community Connectivity Grant and to appoint Tom Dougherty to the Conservation Commission.
A second Board of Selectmen meeting on June 30 was set to discuss a proposed $16,000 reduction to the Waste Removal/Recycling Department budget and to receive an update on the Main Street Visionaries Hometown Heroes Banner Project.
Board of Finance Examines Budget and Firehouse Status
The Board of Finance met June 23 and again June 30 to review the FY 2025-26 budget and 2026 financing. Both agendas included updates on the capital cash forecast, firehouse status, and the FY 2024-25 year-end audit. The June 23 meeting also included approval of minutes from May 26 and four budget workshop meetings in May and June, plus a treasurer's report and audience participation. Minutes for both meetings have not yet been published.
Land Use Commissions Hear Downtown Masterplan Update
On June 22, the Planning and Zoning Commission, Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission, Economic Development Commission, and Design Advisory Board held a special joint meeting to receive a presentation on the Deep River Downtown Masterplan, including a six-month progress report. No decisions or public hearings were scheduled; the session was informational. Minutes have not yet been published.
Coming Up
- **Board of Fire Commissioners** — July 6: Regular meeting to review financial statements, payment of bills, and reports from the Chief, Deputy Chief, Fire Marshal, Engineer, and Chairman. Includes approval of June 1, 2026 minutes.
- **Design Advisory Board** — July 9: Special meeting to discuss guidelines recommended for adoption by Planning and Zoning related to Public Act 25-1. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
Earlier weeks
- week of 2026-06-29 — Town meeting adopts multiple ordinance changes, backs grant applications
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