Norwich Harbor Commission Greenlights $260K Study for Boat Launch Move
The Norwich Harbor Management Commission approved $260,000 in grant funding this week for a feasibility study of relocating the Howard Brown Boat Launch to Railroad Landing. The unanimous vote marked the most significant municipal decision in the past two weeks.
Harbor Commission advances launch relocation study
On June 23, the commission voted unanimously to devote the full $260,000 from a SHIPP grant to fund a RACE (regulatory, environmental, and engineering) feasibility study for the proposed relocation. No timeline for the study was set. The group also accepted the May 2026 financial report on a unanimous vote and tabled a revised Derelict Vessel policy until July. Members agreed to plan a fishing tournament for next year.
Wetlands panel OKs Occum exploration
On June 22, the Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission approved a temporary subsurface exploration at the Occum Industrial Center. The vote on application IWWCC #26-04 was 5-0, with commissioners finding the activity not significant. The approval, covering 432 Canterbury Turnpike and 180 Lawler Lane, runs through June 22, 2031, with conditions.
Subcommittee recommends reappointments
The Appoint and Reappoint Sub-Committee met June 29 and unanimously recommended the reappointment of Kathy Warzecha to the Commission on the City Plan and Mark Sicuso to the Ice Arena Authority. Both recommendations now go to the full City Council for final action.
Other notes
The June 25 meeting of the CMEEC Joint Board of Directors was cancelled. The Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee heard presentations from Greeneville School and Capehart representatives on July 1, but no votes were taken.
Coming up
City Council – July 6
Council members will hold a public hearing and vote on a cost-sharing sidewalk program that would split the expense of new sidewalks at seven properties, with the city’s portion totaling approximately $43,750. They also will consider accepting a $173,200 cybersecurity grant, which carries a $43,300 local match. A new ordinance authorizing automated traffic enforcement devices—speed and red-light cameras—in school and pedestrian safety zones is on the agenda. An open letter from the Disabilities Commission deploring bigotry and threats against Mayor Singh will be read.
Virtual public meeting on bridge replacement – July 13
A virtual meeting will present details of a planned $14 million bridge replacement carrying Cranberry Pond Road over I-395.
Commission on the City Plan – July 9
The commission will discuss and possibly vote on a 90-day extension to file mylars for Subdivision #442, the OIC Re-Subdivision covering properties at 145 Taftville-Occum Road, 432 Canterbury Turnpike, and 180 Lawler Lane.
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