Development & economy in Connecticut local government
What Connecticut city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,133 Connecticut meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Connecticut with the most development & economy activity
- Middletown, CT (118)
- Bristol, CT (103)
- West Hartford, CT (79)
- Branford, CT (75)
- Stonington, CT (43)
- Granby, CT (41)
- Coventry, CT (40)
- Milford, CT (37)
- Old Saybrook, CT (37)
- Newington, CT (36)
- West Haven, CT (35)
- Norwich, CT (32)
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Oxford Fire Department Board of Fire Chiefs to meet August 12
The Board of Fire Chiefs will hold a regular meeting to review department reports and membership status. The agenda includes discussions on budget summaries, training schedules, and safety recertifications.
Sustainability Team discusses Gold certification plans and board vacancy
The Preston Sustainability Team will meet to review its recent Silver Certification and to plan steps toward achieving Gold Certification. Members will discuss equity toolkits, set priorities for the Gold effort, and receive an update on the Sustainable CT Board vacancy. The agenda also includes a brief public comment…
Board of Selectmen to discuss Sustainable CT certification and STEAP program
The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the Sustainable CT Silver Certification and the Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) Opt-In Provision. The meeting also includes the acceptance of previous minutes and correspondence regarding website notices.
Economic Development Commission to set 2026 goals
The Economic Development Commission will meet to draft a purpose statement and goals for the remainder of 2026. The body will also discuss commissioner feedback and follow up on a discussion with the CT Main Street Center.
Town Plan & Zoning Commission reviews theater permit and other land use petitions
The commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for a theater and performing arts facility at 50 Rockwell Road in the Planned Development zone. It will also consider a renewal of a special permit for a home‑occupation business at 172 Indian Hill Road and a pre‑application discussion for a…
Downtown Business District considers $1,000 grant for music series
The Downtown Business District will meet to receive updates from city and community partners. The body will review June financials and meeting minutes. Members will discuss a grant for the Holy Trinity Summer Music Series.
July 21 Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled
The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026, has been cancelled.
Burlington Economic Development Commission to discuss business growth and local events
The commission will review updates on local property developments and business attraction strategies. The meeting also covers the coordination of community programs like the Farmers Market and the 'Best of Burlington' food event.
Town Council to create subcommittee to streamline boards and commissions
The Boards & Commissions Review Subcommittee will consider a resolution to establish a three‑member subcommittee that will evaluate and consolidate town boards and commissions. The town clerk recommends removing 19 commissions from the website and limiting the online archive to the current year plus two years of…
Off-street parking amendment, several special exceptions on agenda
The Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a petition to amend zoning regulations to allow off-street parking in the Saybrook Point District on abutting lots, and on several special exception permits for property conversions and construction in coastal and gateway zones. They will also act on a continued…
Commission to discuss 18-month strategic plan recommendation for BOS
The Economic Development Commission will discuss and consider a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen on an 18-month strategic plan. Other business includes updates on the Riverwatch Castle project, the Main Street Accelerator Program, and traffic improvements. The commission will also establish a template for…
Beautification Committee meeting cancelled
This agenda is a cancellation notice for the Stonington Beautification Committee regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026. No items will be discussed or decided.
Commission will review a ZBA for a generator and propane tank at 6 Kruskyville Rd
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three applications: a permit for a pool house at 20 Allen Road (Kelley), a permit for a shed at 68 Northrop Street (Little Rocky Ledge LLC), and a ZBA application for a generator, propane tank, and overhang at 6 Kruskyville Road (SMF Universal LLC). The meeting will also…
TIF Advisory Committee to review façade loan applications
The Tax Increment Financing Advisory Committee is meeting to review applications for façade loans. The committee will also discuss the Northgate TIF District development master plan and the priority projects list.
Committee to discuss 2026 CDBG funding allocations
The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to make allocation recommendations for the 2026 CDBG program year. The committee will also discuss extending performance deadlines for several previous CDBG funding grants.
Public hearings on gas station/retail/car wash and zoning amendments
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed gas station, retail store with drive-thru, and car wash at 472-486 East Main Street and 19 Hillside Avenue, as well as a 2-lot resubdivision at 89 Commercial Boulevard. The commission will also consider several zoning regulation amendments…
Petition to amend zoning for off‑street parking in Saybrook Point District
The Planning Commission and Housing Task Force will review several land‑use items. They will consider a petition to amend Section 37.1.17 of the zoning regulations to allow off‑street parking accessories in the Saybrook Point District. They will also review a petition to create a new Marina Redevelopment Zone and two…
Commission will consider Summer/Fall Economic Development Awards
The Economic Development Commission will review and approve the Summer/Fall Awards for local businesses. They will also hear the Chairman’s and Commissioners’ comments, handle communications, and approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda references a past special meeting on March 25, 2026 and a regular meeting…
Economic Development Commission to vote on land acquisition and leases
The Economic Development Commission will vote on the Boston Road Open Space acquisition and several lease and license agreements. The body will also receive updates on the Brown Street surplus property sale and the Arcade development.
Commission considers adding handicap parking space to Cliff Street lot
The Public Parking Commission will discuss the addition of one handicap accessible parking space at the Cliff Street lot. The body will also receive updates on downtown parking lease negotiations and set its 2027 meeting schedule.
Commission to discuss Broadleaf Solar, farmland preservation
The Granby Conservation Commission will review prior meeting minutes and then discuss several topics including Town Farmland and Agricultural Preservation, energy conservation and renewables on town property, Broadleaf Solar, composting, and the Plan of Conservation & Development. They will also consider an…
Review of preliminary application for 511 Liberty Street
The Architectural Design Review Board will conduct a preliminary application review for parcels located at 511 Liberty Street and one unaddressed parcel in Pawcatuck. The applicants are Readco Holdings, LLC and Readco Hookset, LLC.
Authority reviews residential and multi-use developments on Shunpike and Berlin Roads
The Cromwell Water Pollution Control Authority is meeting to discuss new development applications and an existing sewer project. The body will also review financial reports and outstanding invoices.
Economic Development Commission to meet July 9; agenda is routine
The East Haven Economic Development Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 9, 2026. The agenda consists of routine procedural items including the approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a director's report. No specific projects, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion.
Economic Development Commission to discuss fundraising and budget
The Newington Economic Development Commission holds a regular meeting with mostly procedural items including approval of minutes and public participation. Key discussions include a fundraising and budget update under old business and a town planning update under new business.
July 8 meeting of Economic Development Commission cancelled
The July 8, 2026 regular meeting of the Waterford Economic Development Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
Preston Redevelopment Agency meets to discuss finances and site operations
The Preston Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to accept minutes, discuss finances, and review site operations. The session will include a public comment period limited to 15 minutes.
Board to discuss ramp reconstruction at 53 Hopson Avenue
The Town Center Revitalization Review Board will review minutes from June 10, 2026, and discuss a ramp reconstruction project at 53 Hopson Avenue. No other business is listed on the agenda.
Oxford Fire Department Board of Fire Chiefs to meet July 8
The Board of Fire Chiefs will conduct a regular meeting to review department reports and membership status. The session will cover operational updates from the Quaker Farms, Riverside, and Oxford Center companies.
Commission to review permits for a kids' gym and alcohol sales at a restaurant
The Town Plan and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider two special permit petitions. The board will decide if the proposed businesses meet zoning requirements for their respective locations.
Public hearing on 16-unit apartment at 37 Hartford Ave
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a permit for regulated activities related to a 16-unit apartment building at 37 Hartford Avenue. A separate hearing covers a single-family home at 199 Broad Hill Road. Interested persons may appear and submit written comments.
Granby IWWC to review apartment development and residential permits
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold public hearings for a 16-unit apartment building and a new single-family home. The board will also consider several other residential construction permits and hold a show cause hearing regarding unpermitted activity.
Public hearing on 16-unit apartment building at 37 Hartford Avenue
The commission will hold public hearings on two development projects: a single-family home at 199 Broad Hill Road and a 16-unit apartment building at 37 Hartford Avenue. They will also consider several permit requests, including an 8-lot subdivision at 63 Harmony Hill Road and a gazebo at 215 Salmon Brook Street…
Commission to review 20+ wetland permits including 94-unit Hopp Brook project
The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review and discuss numerous pending permit applications for residential and commercial developments. Key items include a 94-unit project at Hopp Brook and several lot-specific permits. The meeting also covers approval of previous minutes, public comment, and…
Housing Authority to discuss town development, financials, maintenance
The Newington Housing Authority will meet to approve May minutes, review financial statements including bank balances and maturing TDCDM, discuss correspondence on RSC renewal funding, and receive project updates on hallway painting at Cedar Village, Keleher Electrical work, and sidewalk repairs at all sites. They…
Commission to vote on mixed-use building and several wetland permits
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold a videoconference meeting to decide on multiple permit applications for developments within regulated wetland areas. Key items include a new mixed-use building on White Plains Road, a single-family residence on Pinewood Trail, and a deck addition on Whitney…
Commission to review quarterly marketing report and Main Street spotlight
The Economic Development Commission will hear a quarterly marketing report from Miranda Creative and discuss the CT Main Street Center Spotlight on Main Street. Old business includes updates on the town website, on-call economic development services funded by RiverCOG, and filling an alternate commission member…
Board reviews applications for three properties
The Planning & Zoning Board will consider applications for properties at 61 Milford Point Road, 430 North Street, and 34 Buick Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting.
Agency to consider extending wetlands permit for commercial facility at 351 Minor Street
The Bristol Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency will consider a floodplain application for a home addition at 15 Hardwick Road, discuss a request to extend a wetlands permit for a commercial facility at 351 Minor Street, and continue discussion of remediation work at Page Park. The meeting…
Board to discuss industrial, downtown, and facade project updates
The Economic and Community Development Board will hold a regular meeting to receive updates on industrial development, downtown initiatives, facade projects, and the State Urban Jobs Program. A Board of Finance transfer request is also on the agenda. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed beyond these…