Milford, Connecticut — week of 2026-07-06 · all Milford meetings

Milford Roundup: Sewer Contracts Adjusted, Chick-fil-A Cleared for Barnes & Noble Lot, Boys & Girls Club Design Advanced

Milford's Sewer Commission approved a maintenance agreement and several contract change orders totaling net reductions to pump station upgrade contracts at its June 24 meeting, making it the most consequential financial action of the past two weeks. The commission unanimously approved the Wheeler's Farm Road Maintenance Agreement and accepted multiple change orders, including a $218,359.36 decrease to the VMS ARPA contract and a $70,000 decrease to the VMS Bonded contract. A discussion on sewer connection fees was tabled.

Sewer Commission — June 24

The commission acted on six change orders, all approved unanimously. The VMS ARPA Change Order #7 decreased the contract by $218,359.36, and VMS Bonded Change Order #2 decreased that contract by $70,000. A Weston & Sampson ARPA purchase order was reduced by $5,115.50, while a Weston & Sampson Bonded purchase order was increased by the same $5,115.50. The Kovacs Change Order #3 increased the Rogers Avenue contract by $12,117.84. The commission also approved Weston & Sampson Additional Construction Engineering Services. The sewer connection fee discussion was tabled unanimously.

Economic Development Commission — June 24

The commission was informed that Chick-fil-A was approved to move into the Barnes and Noble parking lot with two drive-thru lanes. The commission unanimously approved its April 2026 meeting minutes and set July 22, 2026 as its next meeting date. Discussion included hotel conversions and possible engagement with Connecticut Main Street.

Boys & Girls Club Building Committee — June 24

The building committee reviewed and approved multiple design directions for the Tudor Road Boys & Girls Club renovation. The committee approved using the existing Spectrum contractor for demolition work, with all changes requiring committee approval. It approved adding EV parking spaces with pay stations, with solar options to be explored. The basketball court will use asphalt paving with full color painting as the base bid, with a sport court as an alternate. Cameras were removed from the base bid and made an add alternate with pan capability for exterior use. A playground water fountain, pergola/shade, and additional plantings were approved as add alternates. The committee approved acoustical sealant at all walls and selected interior finishes described as brighter, blue with teal accents, with no green. Conference room furniture for up to 30 board members with mobile tables was approved.

MRHP — June 23 (Agenda Only)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership discussed retaining independent legal counsel for the Executive Director's retirement and transition. A resolution would authorize the Chairman to negotiate an engagement letter with legal services up to $50,000. Minutes have not yet been published.

Board of Finance — June 29 (Cancelled)

The Board of Finance cancelled its regularly scheduled June 29 meeting due to lack of quorum. The board will resume its routine schedule in July 2026.

Other Recent Meetings (Agenda Only)

The Conservation Commission held a June 30 site walk at Caswell Cove Marina to assess trees, invasive plants, wildlife, and trash, with discussion of neighbor cleanup involvement and signage to deter dumping. The Milford Government Access Television Committee met June 30 to review its budget and vote on account changes. The Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission met July 1 to review golf course operations, the bench dedication program, and the recreation director's monthly report. Minutes for these meetings have not yet been published.

Coming Up

**July 6 — Board of Aldermen:** Will consider appointing Nancy Forvil and Mary Jane Byrnes to the Fair Rent Commission (terms to 12/31/28) and Meghan Doyle to the South Central Connecticut Regional Water District Policy Board (term to 6/30/28). The board will also approve minutes from its June 1 meeting forwarding ordinances on inland wetlands citations, zoning citations, and blighted premises amendments.
**July 6 — Ordinance Committee:** Public hearing on ordinances amending compensation for city officials and employees and amending Chapter 19, Article II, Public Safety Employees benefits. City Hall Auditorium.
**July 7 — Permanent School Facilities Building Committee:** Will consider selecting an architect for the Joseph Foran High School pool renovation and for HVAC work at various schools, plus status reports on renovations at Jonathan Law and Foran high schools and roof replacements at three schools.
**July 7 — Planning & Zoning Board:** Will consider applications for 61 Milford Point Road, 430 North Street, and 34 Buick Avenue.
**July 14 — Zoning Board of Appeals:** Will review appeals at 39 Westland Avenue, 1 and 3 Chestnut Street, and 71 Lafayette Street.
**July 15 — Tudor Road Building Committee:** Final review of project scope and timeline before the bid package is posted.

Earlier weeks

week of 2026-06-29 — Chick-fil-A approved for Barnes & Noble parking lot in Milford; building committee advances Boys & Girls Club design

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