Grants & funding in Connecticut local government
What Connecticut city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
840 Connecticut meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Connecticut with the most grants & funding activity
- Middletown, CT (188)
- Bristol, CT (100)
- Branford, CT (49)
- New Haven Public Schools, CT (40)
- West Hartford, CT (39)
- Danbury, CT (35)
- Preston, CT (31)
- Milford, CT (26)
- Old Lyme, CT (25)
- Westbrook, CT (23)
- West Haven, CT (23)
- Beacon Falls, CT (18)
Latest matching meetings
Harbor Management Commission to discuss consultant proposals and SHIPP grant
The commission will meet to discuss the continuation of solicitation proposals from consultants and Geoff Stedman. The body will also review progress regarding the SHIPP grant.
Council considers utility easements, police grants, and legal settlements
The Council will vote on a permanent easement for United Illuminating at Baldwin Plaza and consider several grant applications. Members will also address pending litigation settlements and appointments to the Ethics Commission.
Board of Finance to conduct final review of FY 2025-26 budget
The Board of Finance will perform a final review of the FY 2025-26 budget and discuss the budget process and calendar. The meeting includes updates on ARPA funds, the Transfer Station 2026-27 budget, and 2026 financing forecasts.
Board of Finance to review fund transfers and bid waivers
The Board of Finance will consider several fund transfers and additional appropriations across city departments. The body will also review requests for bid waivers for Public Works and the City Clerk.
Urban Forestry Commission to discuss tree planting and maintenance requests
The Urban Forestry Commission will review reports from the Tree Warden and Public Works. The body is discussing tree removal and planting requests at specific residential and city locations, as well as a $12,500 grant for tree planting.
Board discusses funding for new 8-unit building
The Stonington Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will review minutes and receive reports from the Treasurer and Executive Director. They will get an update on funding for a new 8-unit building. Public comment will be taken.
Approval of 25 TIP Amendment 19 for statewide variable message sign projects
The Lower Connecticut River Valley Council of Governments and MPO will approve the minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting, receive an update from CTDOT, and consider the 25 TIP Amendment 19 which proposes multiple variable message sign projects with specified funding amounts. Additional items include updates on the…
Waterfront Commission to consider dock signage and upcoming community events
The Stonington Waterfront Commission will discuss new signage for the History of Town Dock at Fisherman's Dock and review several scheduled community events, including a Blessing of the Fleet and a River Glow at Donahue Park. Old business items such as dock area maintenance, park matters, and finalizing historic fleet…
Discussion of possible funding for Town Center wastewater system
The Westbrook Water Pollution Control Authority will review the minutes from April 15, 2026, consider any pending bills, receive a health department report, and discuss a possible funding source for the Town Center Community Wastewater System. The meeting will also include updates on the Riggio Building before moving…
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.
Board of Selectmen to discuss 2026 bond referendum and Town Manager compensation
The Board of Selectmen will consider resolutions regarding the 2026 bond referendum, including setting a town meeting and referendum date. The body will also review Town Manager evaluation and compensation for FY27 and a joint policy for Holcomb Farm and the Agricultural Commission.
Parks & Recreation Commission to discuss FY27 budget and capital projects
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review maintenance reports for town parks and provide updates on various community activities. The body is scheduled to discuss the FY27 budget and capital planning for future years.
Committee will consider a $1,000 donation appropriation and grant fund use
The West Hartford Finance & Administration Committee will approve the meeting minutes, consider a resolution to appropriate a $1,000 donation from Peoples Bank for the town's Back To School Bash Block Party, and consider a resolution to appropriate grant funds awarded under the Community Connectivity Grant Program…
Hagaman Memorial Library Board to discuss e-rate program changes
The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the treasurer and director. The agenda includes discussions on policy review, a toy library, and an HVAC grant. The board will also address new business regarding changes to the e-rate program.
Commission reviews CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant and memorial plaques
The Milford Harbor Management Commission will approve the minutes from the June 17 meeting, hear reports from the chairman, director, harbor master, and standing committees, and discuss two old‑business items: a grant from the Connecticut Port Authority and memorial plaques. No new business or permits are on the…
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.
Board of Selectmen to review river debris cleanup bid and state library grant
The Board of Selectmen will meet to address several administrative appointments and contracts. The body will consider a grant contract with the Connecticut State Library and a bid for debris cleanup at various river locations.
Task force will discuss a possible grant application for energy projects
The Easton Energy & Environment Task Force will review the minutes from the May meeting. Members will discuss a possible grant application. The meeting will include updates on solar initiatives, the town's rodenticide policy, and the police department's electric‑vehicle program.
Base rent increase and CHFA grant on Preston Housing Authority agenda
The Preston Housing Authority will hold a special meeting on July 15, 2026 to discuss and possibly act on a base rent increase and a CHFA grant. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, treasurer's report, executive director's report, and public comment. An executive session is scheduled.
Harbor Commission to review consultant proposals, SHIPP grant
The Harbor Management Commission will discuss continuing solicitation proposals from consultants and review progress on the SHIPP grant. They will also vote to approve the minutes from the June 17 meeting.
Harbor Management Commission reviews dock designs and dredge applications
The commission will discuss dock designs for Horseneck Creek and Ferry Road and a dredge application for Four-Mile River. The meeting includes a report from OLFD Marine Captain Jared Flagg and a review of a boat grant quote from Life Proof Boats.
Deep River Board of Selectmen to discuss paving bids and town projects
The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss town infrastructure and community events. The agenda includes reviews of paving bids and updates on the Plattwood Park STEAP Grant.
Coastal Resiliency Committee reviews planning support and infrastructure projects
The committee will review the status of the LIS Resilience Planning Support Program ahead of a July 28 site visit. Discussion includes updates on home elevation grants, drainage improvements, and various coastal investigations.
Bristol Council and Board of Finance meet on July 14, 2026
The joint meeting includes several proposed appropriations for various funds. The agenda also includes capital outlay transfers and a lease purchase agreement resolution.
Land Preservation and Acquisition Authority to discuss state grant opportunities
The Land Preservation and Acquisition Authority will meet to review property notes for 488 Morehouse Road and discuss a collaboration letter for town boards. The body will also discuss state grant opportunities for referral to the Board of Selectmen.
Finance Committee reviews monthly spending, ECHIP shortfall options, and BOE funds
The Coventry Town Council Finance Committee will review monthly financial reports for town departments and the Board of Education. Members will discuss funding options for an ECHIP reserve shortfall, a non-lapsing BOE fund, and how federal or state budget changes could affect local services. The committee will also…
Cemetery Commission to discuss 2026 budget, monument grants, QR codes
The Cemetery Commission will discuss the 2026 budget, including the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery and grants to complete it. They will also consider adding QR codes to gravestones at North Cemetery and update on lawn care by the Parks Department. Lantern tours are scheduled for October 2-3.
Housing Authority to consider base rent increase
The Preston Housing Authority is meeting to discuss a base rent increase as new business and to review a CHFA grant under old business. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comment, and an executive session.
Westbrook considers $800,000 to take over ambulance services
The town will vote on several funding requests to cover project deficits and new services. The most significant item is a proposal for the town to assume responsibility for ambulance services. Other items include sidewalk improvements and a grant for Town Green lighting.
Commission will discuss the Road Addition 21st Century Bond proposal.
The Middletown Public Works & Facilities Commission will meet online to review new business items, including a staff update, the Road Addition 21st Century Bond, and a Sustainable CT Inc grant of $12,500 for urban forestry tree planting. The commission will also consider old business projects such as paving…
Open Space Commission to discuss budget, stewardship, and DEEP grant for Ferry Landing
The Old Lyme Open Space Commission will meet to review its budget, hear stewardship reports including Eagle Scout projects at Ames Open Space and beaver impacts, and discuss a DEEP Climate Resiliency Grant application for the Ferry Landing Wildlife Refuge. Other agenda items include mapping updates, outreach for the…
Committee to vote on $60k ARPA transfer from paving, library funds request
The West Haven ARPA Committee will discuss an updated ARPA spending plan and take action on a $60,000 fund transfer from paving to an unspecified project. The committee will also consider a library ARPA project request and approve invoices for multiple projects including park improvements and storm water management…
Board to discuss renaming part of Old Tatnic Hill Road
The Board of Selectmen will discuss renaming a portion of Old Tatnic Hill Road, review results of the America 250 Finale event, and address the denial of a Climate Resiliency Grant for Day Street. They will also continue the search for a Town Administrator. Additionally, Mark Masopust will not renew his term on the…
Council to vote on naming 911 center after Chief George P. Dunn
The Common Council will hold the second required public hearing on naming the city's new Public Safety 911 Center after Chief George P. Dunn, followed by a resolution vote. Other business includes interviewing and appointing Cathy Sargent as Deputy Director of Central Communications, approving several grants and…
Board notified of $25,443 grant for police eCitation
The Board of Selectmen will approve minutes and small tax rebates, receive a DOT grant notification for police eCitation, and discuss open water swimming at MRA. An executive session will cover a legal update on a lawsuit.
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…
Council to consider fire prevention cost recovery ordinance
The Town Council will discuss and possibly adopt a new ordinance for fire prevention and protection cost recovery, and a job description for a Recreation Assistant. They will also consider support for a FEMA AFG grant for Coventry Fire-EMS and appointments to the Eastern Highlands Health District and School Building…
Board to vote on CDBG grant for Pompey Hollow senior housing renovation
The Selectmen will review and potentially act on a Right-to-Farm Ordinance, a resolution to apply for a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant for the Pompey Hollow Senior Housing Renovation Project, and tax collection services. They will also consider board appointments and tax refunds.
Commission to review grants, contracts totaling over $3M
The Finance & Government Operations Commission will review and discuss multiple resolutions and grant confirmations for various city departments, including health, water, police, fire, public works, schools, and community events. Items include a contract for shared health director services, a $600,000 water department…
Conservation Commission to consider Resilient Forestry Practices Grant at Williams Preserve
The Conservation Commission will consider a grant for resilient forestry practices at Williams Preserve. Other new business includes vernal pool mapping, Mill Brook Park, and a picnic table. Old business items include Patriots Park Woods Trail and the Rose Williams Property. The commission has $2,706.22 remaining in…