Elections in Connecticut local government
What Connecticut city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
272 Connecticut meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Connecticut with the most elections activity
- Middletown, CT (34)
- Preston, CT (25)
- Deep River, CT (19)
- Trumbull, CT (16)
- Milford, CT (14)
- West Haven, CT (11)
- Newington, CT (11)
- West Hartford, CT (11)
- Granby, CT (10)
- Middlebury, CT (10)
- Coventry, CT (10)
- Easton, CT (9)
Latest matching meetings
City Council to act on Charter Revision Commission report
The City Council will hold a special meeting to deliberate and take action on the Charter Revision Commission’s Final Charter Revision Report. The body will also discuss and act on Charter Revision ballot questions.
Commission will review an excavation permit for 261 River Road
The Sterling Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission will meet on July 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the municipal building and via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes, a review of an excavation application submitted by Andrew Davis for the property at 261 River Road, and the…
Council considers $7.8 million appropriation for new Fire Station #4
The Town Council is considering a resolution to authorize $7,800,000 for the construction of Fire Station #4 at 84 Fifth Street. If approved, a referendum for the project is scheduled for November 3, 2026. The agenda also includes a municipal space assessment and a community proclamation.
Committee to review shared services RFP proposals
The Intra-Board Advisory Committee will elect officers, adopt rules and a meeting schedule, and discuss draft goals. The main business is reviewing nine submitted RFP proposals for shared service opportunities. The committee will also discuss action items for the next meeting.
Town to vote on $15.4M school budget
Preston is holding a Special Town Meeting on June 25 to act on the Board of Education's $15,422,640 budget for FY 2026-2027. The budget will then go to a referendum on July 9.
Town votes on $15.4M school budget for next fiscal year
A special town meeting will consider adopting the Board of Education's $15,422,640 budget for FY 2026-2027. The budget will then go to a referendum vote on July 9, 2026. Absentee ballots are available at the Town Clerk's Office.
Committee to discuss bond referendum for capital projects
The Public Building & Capital Project Committee will elect officers and adopt meeting rules before discussing the bond referendum process. They will review multiple capital projects including the Granby Public Library renovation, Granby Memorial Middle School repairs, high school athletic fields, and pickleball courts…
Board to set bond referendum questions and vote date
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on a proposed change of use for Connecticut Development Block Grant program income. They will also consider approving 2026 bond referendum questions and setting a town meeting and referendum date. Additional items include an FY26 appropriation for capital equipment, an…
Commission discusses referendum strategy for senior center funding.
The Trumbull Commission on Aging will discuss a referendum strategy to potentially secure funding or approvals for senior center upgrades and programs. Members will review updates on Stern Village housing availability, a town-commissioned survey of senior needs, and ongoing website revisions. The body will also…
Vote on $15.4M school budget for 2026-2027
The Town Meeting will consider adopting the Board of Education's proposed $15,422,640 expenditure budget for the fiscal year July 2026-June 2027. A referendum vote will follow on July 9, 2026 from 12-8 PM at Preston Plains Middle School, with absentee ballots available.
Public hearing on proposed changes to the Danbury City Charter
The Charter Revision Commission is holding a public hearing to gather resident feedback on a proposed draft of the City Charter. The draft includes significant changes to how city government is structured and how officials are elected.
Selectmen to discuss budget referendum and grant funding
The Board of Selectmen will review a request for $2,240.84 in tax refunds and discuss the upcoming town budget referendum. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the Transfer Station budget and a report on a $846,400.00 Department of Transportation grant.
Board of Finance reviews 2026-2027 budget and considers mill rate
The Deep River Board of Finance will hold a special meeting to review the Selectmen's recommended budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Officials will also consider the results of the June 16 town referendum and discuss next steps for finalizing the budget. The board may set the property tax mill rate and take a vote…
Library Board Elects Officers and Reviews Founder's Walk Phase 2 Progress
The Milford Public Library Board will elect its officers for the upcoming term and review updates on the Founder's Walk Phase 2 project. The agenda is largely procedural, covering financial reports, committee scheduling, and a draft AI policy. No major contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are scheduled.
Russell Library Board elects officers and reviews real estate strategy.
This agenda covers routine administrative and procedural business for the Russell Library Board of Trustees at 123 Broad St. The board will approve May minutes, receive committee reports, and elect officers for the 2026–2027 term. An executive session will address real estate strategy and the library director’s annual…
Deep River voters to decide on $21.5 million town budget
Town electors and qualified voters will meet for a referendum to approve or disapprove the proposed municipal budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
The Russell Library Board will approve bylaws amendments and elect two new board members.
The Russell Library Board of Trustees will hold its annual meeting on June 15, 2026, at 123 Broad St. in Middletown. The board will approve the January meeting minutes, review committee updates, and consider amendments to its bylaws. Two nominees, Cindy Harrison and Ann Percival, will be elected to the board for terms…
Charter body to weigh term limits, property sale rules, and board mergers
The Stonington Charter Revision Commission is discussing multiple potential changes to the town charter, including adopting term limits, making the charter gender-neutral, redrawing voting districts, and setting a $5,000 threshold for town property sales. They will also consider eliminating or consolidating various…
City Council considers adopting revised city charter
The City Council is reviewing and potentially adopting a comprehensive revised charter for the City of West Haven, as amended on February 26, 2026. This document outlines the structure, powers, and procedures of city government, including elections, departments, budget processes, and ethics rules.
City Council to consider revised city charter
The City Council is reviewing a proposed draft of a revised City Charter. The 79-page document outlines the structure of city government, including powers of the mayor and council, election procedures, and budget processes. This is a major governance document that would replace the current charter if adopted.
Fire commissioners discuss truck referendum, marshal resignation, and new rules
The Board of Fire Commissioners will discuss the resignation of the Fire Marshal, consider appointing an acting replacement, and review new rules and regulations. The board will also discuss a potential truck purchase for a November referendum and inspect fire houses.
Preston Youth Services Advisory Board annual officer elections and programming updates
The board will conduct its annual election of officers for the upcoming term. Members will also review financial reports, program updates like the StoryWalk, and discuss potential 2026-2027 initiatives including school assemblies and community surveys.
Town to act on salt shed engineering bid waiver and referendum results
The Board of Selectmen will consider a bid waiver for the Salt Shed Foundation Engineering project, review results from the June 3 referendum, and set dates for a Town Meeting on June 25 and a follow-up referendum on July 9. The board also will appoint Nate Charron to the Youth Services Advisory Board and approve two…
City Council to consider adopting revised city charter
The City Council is reviewing a comprehensive revision of the West Haven City Charter, approved by the Charter Revision Commission on May 28, 2026. The proposed charter outlines the structure and powers of city government, including elections, the mayor, city council, appointed boards, departments, budget process, and…
Board to finalize and vote on sending 2026-27 budget to referendum
The Board of Finance will review taxpayer comments from a public hearing, discuss and finalize the revised proposed budget for 2026-27, and vote on sending it to a town referendum.
Board reviews Litchfield County Dispatch Agreement for local emergency services
The Bridgewater Board of Selectmen will review financial reports, personnel vacancies, and administrative updates. The body will discuss a proposed service agreement with Litchfield County Dispatch and continue policy reviews on short-term rentals and local speeding concerns. Additional items include planning for an…
City Council considers revised charter with new ethics code and budget rules
The City Council is reviewing and likely to vote on a revised city charter, which includes updates to elections, mayor powers, council procedures, appointed boards, and a new code of ethics. The charter also reorganizes city departments and revises budget processes.
Council considers adoption of revised city charter
The City Council is reviewing and likely voting on a comprehensive revision of the City of West Haven's charter, which outlines the structure, powers, and procedures of the municipal government. The draft includes updates to chapters on elections, the mayor, city council, boards, departments, budget, and ethics.
Senior Services Commission to elect officers and discuss cultural district press conference
The Senior Services Commission will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes and reports, with the primary business being the election of officers and a discussion regarding a press conference for the Cultural District.
Preston voters will approve the $22M town and school budgets and Watson Road paving vote.
The Preston Board of Selectmen and town electors will vote on the FY2026-2027 operating budgets for general government and the Board of Education. The meeting will also address revenue projections, state road aid authorizations, and debt service payments for the Preston Riverwalk and other capital projects. A separate…
Board discusses capital plan for walking path referendum
The Park & Recreation Board will review and update its capital plan, including a walking path project that will be submitted for a referendum. They will also hear staff updates and hold a roundtable discussion. Approval of prior meeting minutes and a public session are also on the agenda.
School board votes on $25.1M budget, adjourns to referendum
The Regional School District No. 4 Board of Education is holding a district meeting to adopt a $25,137,073 education budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The meeting will adjourn to a yes/no referendum vote on June 2, 2026, in the member towns of Chester, Deep River, and Essex.
Board to discuss town budget after referendum defeat
The Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed 2026-2027 town budget following its defeat in the May 26th referendum. The board will consider recommendations and may vote to advance the budget to a public hearing.
Board of Finance reviews 2026-27 budget and referendum results
The Board of Finance will review the Selectman's recommended 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and consider the May 26th town referendum results. They will discuss recommendations, next steps, and may vote on the budget. Public comment is allowed.
Fair Rent Commission holds public hearings and elects officers
The Fair Rent Commission will hear public testimony on three rent control cases and conduct elections for its officers. The meeting also includes new business and an executive session.
Board of Finance reviews 2026-2027 budget and referendum results
The Board of Finance will review the Selectman's recommended 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and consider the results of the May 26 town referendum. They will discuss recommendations and next steps. Public comment will be heard.
Board to review FY2026-27 budget and referendum results
The Board of Finance will review the Selectman's recommended 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and consider the results of the May 26th town referendum. They will discuss recommendations and next steps for the budget.
Housing Authority to elect treasurer, discuss internal controls
The board will elect a treasurer, review commissioners' roles, and discuss internal controls policy and insurance coverage. Reports from finance, congregate manager, resident service coordinator, and interim director will be presented. An executive session is planned to discuss staffing.
Police board to vote on June events at Mystic River Boathouse Park
The Stonington Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on June events at Mystic River Boathouse Park. Public remarks will be taken before the vote.
Annual Town Meeting to vote on $22M budget and $350K road paving
The annual town meeting will consider adopting the combined $22 million expenditure budget for the Board of Education and General Government, including capital funds. It also authorizes debt service payments, borrowing, and state grant expenditures. Two budget items will be decided by a subsequent referendum vote on…