Norwich meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Norwich City Council adopts $55M police headquarters bond, sets Nov. 3 referendum

The Norwich City Council on Aug. 17 unanimously adopted an ordinance appropriating $55,000,000 for a new police headquarters at 300 Main Street and authorizing the issuance of bonds. A subsequent resolution to submit the ordinance to a referendum on Nov. 3, 2026, passed 6-1, with Ald. Nystrom opposed. An amendment to postpone the referendum to Nov. 2, 2027, failed 2-5. The council also accepted a $22,686 federal grant for police dictation software, reappointed Richard Morell to the Inland Wetlands Commission, and authorized beer and wine sales at the Italian Festival. A resolution on the Dunham St. acquisition was postponed to Sept. 8.

Police headquarters bond

The Aug. 17 vote followed a favorable recommendation from the Commission on the City Plan on Aug. 13, which cited consistency with the Envision06360 Plan of Conservation and Development. The Public Safety Committee had heard updates on the project at its Aug. 12 meeting but took no formal action. The referendum will be held Nov. 3, 2026.

New middle school approved

The Commission on the City Plan on Aug. 18 unanimously approved SDP #1065 for a new middle school building at 15 Teachers Dr., with conditions including a pre-blasting survey, sight line verification, and plan revisions. The commission also voted to expire and void two inactive special permits (SP #18-06 at 97 Weber Farm Rd. and SP #21-02 at 457 Laurel Hill Rd.), approved a second 90-day extension for SUB #443 at 89 Canterbury Tpke., and released a bond for SDP #1059 at 1 Wisconsin Ave.

Housing Authority actions

The Norwich Housing Authority on Aug. 12 unanimously approved a revised Admissions and Occupancy Policy to comply with federal HOTMA requirements. It authorized Capital Studio Architects to develop plans for the Dorsey Building roof replacement at a cost not exceeding $20,200. The board also approved four resolutions to write off uncollectible tenant accounts receivable across federal and state programs, authorized $403,197 in remaining Capital Fund Lead Based Paint Grant funds for contingency, and designated Friday as an administrative day with doors closed to the public.

Other decisions and notes

The Commission for Persons With Disabilities on Aug. 10 unanimously voted to pursue a public wheelchair charging station initiative, reviving a pre-pandemic effort. Members Aiyana Jenkins and Gus Wortham will lead the effort, with Jenkins contacting Norwich Public Utilities about a potential role. The commission also approved its agenda and July minutes, and discussed future website, bylaws, and brochure revisions, as well as a proposal for floating trails on Heritage Walk.

The Norwich Golf Course Authority on Aug. 19 approved its July 2026 financial report, which showed operating revenues of $167,403.65 (under budget by $35,770.82) and a net gain of $20,784.56. The authority discussed course maintenance, including a full course closure on Aug. 27 for bridge work, tree removal, and verticutting. No policy decisions were made.

Several meetings were cancelled in the past two weeks: the Rehabilitation Review Committee (Aug. 11), the Zoning Board of Appeals (Aug. 11, due to lack of business), and the Personnel & Pension Board (Aug. 18).

Coming up

• **Aug. 24** – Appointment & Re-Appointment Sub-Committee will interview three candidates for the Uncas Health District, Fair Rent Commission, and Historic District Commission.
• **Aug. 27** — The regular joint board meeting of the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative and Connecticut Transmission Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative has been cancelled; no business will be conducted.

Norwich Council transfers $565K to fire, law budgets; police HQ bond moves forward

The Norwich City Council voted 5-1 on Aug. 3 to transfer $565,000 from contingency, insurance, and police budgets to cover overspending in the Fire and Law departments for fiscal year 2025-26. Ald. Nystrom opposed the transfer. The meeting was recessed and reconvened, and the chambers were cleared due to disorderly conduct. The council also introduced an ordinance authorizing tax abatements for low- or moderate-income housing, with a public hearing scheduled for Sept. 8, 2026.

City Council

The council adopted the budget transfer despite extensive public opposition. In other business, it unanimously accepted the minutes of the July 6 and July 20 meetings, the Comptroller's budget-to-actual projection report, and the Mayor's op-ed on the housing crisis as a communication.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

On Aug. 5, the committee approved its Strategic Plan and voted to purchase a new Little Free Library box. It also returned $6,430 in unused funds to the Peace Impact Fund. Completed projects include street corner repainting and community garden planting. Officer elections are set for the Sept. 2 meeting.

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The commission unanimously approved IWWCC #26-05, a permit for construction of a new middle school at 15 Teachers Drive, with conditions including a five-year expiration and erosion control measures. It also received and tabled three applications related to a proposed Amazon distribution center at the Occum Industrial Center, scheduling public hearings for Oct. 1, 2026. A narrated drone flyover was approved in lieu of a site walk, and staff was authorized to contract a third-party reviewer for wetland impacts. Application IWWCC #26-07 (91 Case Street) was tabled until Sept. 3.

Commission on the City Plan

On Aug. 13, the commission voted unanimously to send a favorable recommendation to the City Council for an ordinance appropriating $55,000,000 for a new police headquarters facility and authorizing the issuance of bonds. The recommendation was based on consistency with the Envision06360 Plan of Conservation and Development.

Other recent meetings

The Commission for Persons With Disabilities met Aug. 10 to discuss website, by-law, and brochure revisions, charging stations for motorized wheelchair users, accessibility on Heritage Walk, and ADA training. No decisions were recorded. The Zoning Board of Appeals and Rehabilitation Review Committee meetings scheduled for Aug. 11 were cancelled due to lack of business. The Housing Authority and Public Safety Committee met Aug. 12 on agendas only; no minutes have been published.

Coming up

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on the $55 million police headquarters bond ordinance at its Aug. 17 meeting, and will vote on a resolution to place the ordinance on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot. The agenda also includes acceptance of a $22,686 federal grant for police dictation software, a property transfer at 256 Dunham Street to CT DOT for Route 82 safety improvements, and a beer/wine permit for the Italian Festival on Sept. 5-6. An informational workshop on the proposed downtown police building referendum is also scheduled for Aug. 17.

Other upcoming meetings: The Commission on the City Plan will review a site development plan for the new middle school at 15 Teachers Drive on Aug. 18. The School Building Committee will review the Design Development Estimate for Teacher's Middle School and consider invoices totaling over $10 million. The Historic District Commission will consider four certificate applications on Aug. 19. The Golf Course Authority will review finances and restaurant operations on Aug. 19. The Personnel & Pension Board meeting on Aug. 18 has been cancelled.

Norwich City Council to weigh housing tax abatement, budget transfers; other boards meet

Norwich's City Council is scheduled to consider a tax abatement program for low-income housing rehabilitation and several budget transfers at its August 3 meeting, according to the agenda. No minutes have been published yet, so no decisions have been confirmed. Other boards this week reviewed harbor plans, a school name, and a new middle school construction application.

City Council: Housing abatement and budget moves

The council's agenda includes a proposed ordinance to authorize real property tax abatements for the rehabilitation of low- or moderate-income housing. The body will also review a resolution to transfer $565,000 from Contingency, Insurance, and Police budgets to Fire and Law budgets. That includes a $535,000 increase for Norwich Fire, attributed to Yantic service area coverage and utility costs, and a $30,000 increase for the Law Department for legal defense costs.

In addition, the council will hear a report that projected General Fund revenues are $0.7 million under budget estimates. All items are listed as agenda items; no votes have been recorded.

Harbor Management Commission: Boat launch and harbor plan

The Harbor Management Commission met July 28 to discuss updates to the Harbor Management Plan and the relocation of the boat launch. The agenda also included reviews of derelict vessel policies, DPW dock safety equipment and repairs, and the NCDC Coastal Site Plan. Minutes have not been published.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee: Strategic plan and school name

On August 5, the committee was scheduled to approve a strategic plan and discuss a proposed name for a new school in Greeneville. The agenda also included updates on speed cameras and sidewalks, the Peace Impact fund, and the Greeneville Youth Council, plus nominations for new officers. No minutes are available yet.

Inland Wetlands Commission: Middle school and home applications

The Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission met August 6 to consider two land-use applications: IWWCC #26-05 for new middle school construction and land disturbance at 15 Teachers Drive, and IWWCC #26-07 for a new single-family home at 91 Case Street. The commission also planned to approve minutes from three prior meetings. No decisions have been published.

Coming up

The Personnel & Pension Board meeting scheduled for August 18 has been cancelled. No other upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days.

Norwich roundup: $6.9M Oakwood Knoll lead abatement approved; traffic cameras adopted; shelter permit continued

The Norwich Housing Authority approved a $6.9 million contract for lead abatement and siding replacement at Oakwood Knoll, the largest dollar decision among recent city meetings. The Norwich City Council also adopted an ordinance authorizing automated traffic enforcement cameras, and the Commission on the City Plan approved two downtown residential conversions while delaying action on a seasonal overnight shelter permit.

Housing Authority: Oakwood Knoll contract

The Housing Authority Board voted 4-0 to approve Resolution R-26-07-1770, authorizing a contract with Orlando Annulli & Sons, Inc. for lead abatement and siding replacement at Oakwood Knoll, not to exceed $6,900,000. The Board also approved June 2026 bills and adopted the minutes of its June 10, 2026 regular meeting, both unanimously.

City Council: Automated traffic enforcement

The City Council adopted an ordinance authorizing the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices in school zones, pedestrian safety zones, and other approved locations, with the program administered by the Norwich Police Department to detect speeding and red-light violations. The vote was 6-1. The Council also unanimously voted to accept a Petition & Communication regarding Digital Surveillance.

Personnel & Pension Board: Merit rules, retirements, pensions

The Personnel & Pension Board adopted an amendment to the Merit System Rules (all in favor) and processed several personnel actions:

• Approved retirement application for Robert J. Spielvogel (all in favor).
• Approved pension calculations for Robert R. Castronova ($10,970.75) and Mary Ellen Murano ($11,796.45) (all in favor).
• Approved pension refund/rollovers for Mason Mobley ($29,278.18), Shannon Santini ($9,542.71), and Beckett Scannelli ($34,669.26) (all in favor).
• Approved survivor benefit for Jeanne M. Feraco in the annual amount of $28,338.68 (all in favor).
• Extended the Field Service Technician eligibility list for six months (all in favor).
• Admitted Gilma Farina, Eric Libby, and Natalia Lopez into the Employees' Retirement Fund (all in favor).
• Requested a legal opinion and two buyback estimates for firefighter Alexander John (all in favor).

Commission on the City Plan: Residential conversions approved, shelter hearing continued

The Commission unanimously approved a site plan for 94-100 Main Street to add two 1-bedroom units and four office spaces, and a special permit for 361-399 West Main Street to convert office space into one residential unit. The Commission unanimously continued the public hearing for SP #26-03, a seasonal overnight shelter at 248 Broadway and 26 Broad Street, to September 15, 2026. Minutes from June 16, 2026 and July 9, 2026 were approved unanimously.

School Building Committee: Change orders approved

The School Building Committee unanimously approved meeting procedural rules and multiple project change orders: Greeneville Elementary School PCO #051, #056, #047A, and #069; Stanton Elementary School PCO #101, #103, #105, #110, #100, and #108. A consent agenda for project invoices was approved unanimously. Discussion of the Stanton ribbon cutting schedule was tabled. June 16, 2026 minutes were approved unanimously.

CMEEC: Compensation thresholds, minutes

The CMEEC Joint Board of Directors approved a resolution clarifying payment of compensation for Board, committee, and Member Delegation service (passed with 1 Nay, 3 Abstentions) and approved minutes of the May 28, 2026 Regular Hybrid Meeting (passed with 2 Abstentions). The Budget and Finance Committee approved minutes of the January 15, 2026 Regular Hybrid Meeting (passed; Kevin Barber and Westmoreland abstained) and reviewed second quarter 2026 operating results and five capital projects.

Other meetings

The Community Development Advisory Committee held a public hearing on PY51 CDBG program results and the proposed PY52 Annual Action Plan; no formal votes or decisions were recorded. The Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026 was cancelled. The Harbor Management Commission met July 28 to discuss boat launch relocation, derelict vessel policy, Harbor Management Plan updates, DPW dock safety equipment, and the NCDC Coastal Site Plan; minutes have not yet been published.

Coming up

• **City Council, Aug. 3:** Proposed ordinance authorizing real property tax abatements for low- or moderate-income housing; resolution to transfer $565,000 from Contingency, Insurance, and Police budgets to Fire and Law budgets; $535,000 budget increase for Norwich Fire for Yantic service area coverage and utility costs; $30,000 budget increase for the Law Department for legal defense costs; report on General Fund revenues projected $0.7 million under budget estimates.
• **Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee, Aug. 5:** Strategic Plan approval; proposed name for new school in Greeneville; updates on speed cameras and sidewalks; nominations for new officers; updates on Peace Impact fund and Greeneville Youth Council.
• **Inland Wetlands, Watercourses & Conservation Commission, Aug. 6:** IWWCC #26-05, 15 Teachers Drive — application for new middle school construction and land disturbance in a regulated area; IWWCC #26-07, 91 Case Street — new single-family home application; approval of minutes from June 4, June 22, and July 14, 2026.

Norwich roundup: Council approves sidewalk cost-sharing; $55M police headquarters vote set for July 20

The Norwich City Council unanimously approved a sidewalk cost-sharing program at seven locations on July 6, committing $43,749.94 in city funds for curbing and miscellaneous construction. Property owners at the affected addresses will be assessed for sidewalk costs. The council's next meeting, scheduled for July 20, will feature a far larger financial decision: a proposed $55,000,000 appropriation and bond issuance for a new police headquarters at 300 Main Street.

City Council

The council voted unanimously to approve cost-sharing for concrete sidewalks and granite curbing at 80 Boswell Ave, 33 Spaulding Rd, 54 Division St, 46 Sholes Ave, 171 Laurel Hill Ave, 169 Laurel Hill Ave, and 38 North Cliff St. A public hearing preceded the vote. The city will fund curbing and miscellaneous items, while property owners will be assessed for sidewalk construction costs. The $43,749.94 city funding allocation passed unanimously. The council also accepted minutes from June 1 and June 15, 2026, and entered executive session to discuss pending litigation in Jean-Baptiste v. Ryan Froehlich, et al.

Inland Wetlands Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Watercourses & Conservation Commission received an application for a new middle school at 15 Teachers Drive on July 14 and voted unanimously to table it to the August 6 regular meeting. The commission also voted unanimously not to hold a public hearing, stating the activities are not significant and controls will be in place. The commission's July 9 regular meeting was cancelled.

Other Commissions and Boards

The Public Safety Committee approved its June 10 minutes unanimously on July 8 and received updates on a new fire station alerting system delivery and police academy recruit status.

The Commission on the City Plan voted unanimously on July 9 to grant a 90-day extension for filing Mylars for Sub #442, covering 145 Taftville-Occum Road, 432 Canterbury Turnpike, and 180 Lawler Lane. No other actions were taken.

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities approved its July 13 agenda and prior minutes from June 8 and a June 15 special meeting (as corrected), all unanimously. A presentation covered titles and categories of access under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The Ice Arena Authority accepted March 3 special meeting minutes unanimously on July 15. A report showed the roof repair bill came in at $54,564, below the $78,000 estimate. Members reviewed a new budget document but deferred action to the next meeting.

The Plan of Conservation & Development Implementation Committee's July 8 meeting was cancelled; its next meeting is October 14 at 6:00 pm in the Lower-Level Conference Room of 23 Union.

Coming Up

The City Council meets July 20 to consider a $55,000,000 appropriation and bond authorization for the police headquarters at 300 Main Street, plus an ordinance authorizing automated traffic enforcement safety devices in school and pedestrian zones. Reappointments to the Harbor Management Commission, City Plan Commission, and Ice Arena Authority are also on the agenda, along with easement agreements for the Occum Industrial Center.

The Commission on the City Plan meets July 21 for public hearings on three applications: a special permit for a seasonal overnight shelter and religious use at 248 Broadway and 26 Broad Street, a site plan for two residential units at 94-100 Main Street, and a special permit to convert office space into a dwelling unit at 361-399 West Main Street.

The School Building Committee meets July 21 to consider consent agenda invoices totaling over $10.8 million across four school projects, including $4,264,635.28 to Downes Construction for Stanton and $3,536,473.27 for Greeneville.

The Personnel & Pension Board meets July 21 for a public hearing on Merit System Rules amendments and consideration of pension refunds totaling $73,490.15 to three former employees.

The CMEEC Budget & Finance Committee and Joint Board of Directors both meet July 23 to review second-quarter operating results and June energy market results, respectively.

Norwich City Council approves sidewalk cost-sharing program at seven locations

The Norwich City Council approved a cost-sharing agreement to install concrete sidewalks and granite curbing at seven specific addresses, with the city funding $43,749.94 for curbing and miscellaneous construction items while property owners are assessed for the sidewalk costs. The vote was unanimous following a public hearing.

City Council — Sidewalks and Litigation

On July 6, the City Council voted unanimously to approve the cost-sharing sidewalk program at 80 Boswell Ave, 33 Spaulding Rd, 54 Division St, 46 Sholes Ave, 171 Laurel Hill Ave, 169 Laurel Hill Ave, and 38 North Cliff St. The city's $43,749.94 contribution covers curbing and miscellaneous items; property owners will be assessed for the sidewalk portions.

The Council also unanimously accepted minutes from June 1, 2026 and June 15, 2026, and entered executive session to discuss pending litigation in Jean-Baptiste v. Ryan Froehlich, et al.

Appointments Subcommittee

On June 29, the Appoint & Reappoint Sub-Committee voted unanimously to recommend reappointing Kathy Warzecha to the Commission on the City Plan and Mark Sicuso to the Ice Arena Authority. Both recommendations go to the full City Council for final approval.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The Greeneville NRZ Committee met July 1 and heard presentations on the Capehart area development, a new school name, street-corner painting, and a revised strategic and social-media plan. No approvals, denials, or votes on proposals were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. on a motion by Jessica Mullin, seconded by Henry Fidrych.

Meetings Cancelled

The Plan of Conservation and Development Implementation Committee's July 8 meeting was cancelled; its next regular meeting is October 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Lower-Level Conference Room of 23 Union, Norwich. The Inland Wetlands, Watercourses & Conservation Commission's July 9 meeting was also cancelled; its next regular meeting is August 6, 2026.

Agenda-Only Items (No Minutes Yet)

The Public Safety Committee met July 8 to discuss mobile data terminal issues, the fire station alerting system, and traffic cameras, with department updates from NPU, American Ambulance, Police, Emergency Management, and the Norwich, Taftville, Yantic, Occum, East Great Plain, and Laurel Hill fire companies. No votes were scheduled.

The Commission on the City Plan met July 9 to consider a 90-day extension request to file mylars for Subdivision #442, the OIC Re-Subdivision, covering 145 Taftville-Occum Road, 432 Canterbury Turnpike, and 180 Lawler Lane. Minutes have not been published.

Coming Up

• **July 13 — Commission for Persons with Disabilities:** Review of a report on the Anti-Bigotry Statement and an ADA Training presentation.
• **July 14 — Public Parking Commission:** Discussion of adding one handicap accessible parking space to the Cliff Street lot near 2-6 Cliff Street, plus updates on downtown parking lease negotiations and the 2027 meeting schedule.
• **July 14 — Inland Wetlands, Watercourses & Conservation Commission:** Application IWWCC #26-05 for new middle school construction at 15 Teachers Drive, involving land disturbance at Assessor's Map 91, Block 2, Lot 82; the Commission will vote on whether to hold a public hearing.
• **July 15 — Golf Course Authority:** Discussion of dam removal and stream bank erosion, a restaurant operation update with Jason Bromley of Caddy Shack II, and financial reports.
• **July 15 — Recreation Advisory Board:** Master Park Plan update, program and facilities updates, and permits and sponsorships discussion.
• **July 15 — Ice Arena Authority (virtual):** Rink roof repair update and acceptance of March 3, 2026 special session minutes.

Norwich Harbor Commission Approves $260K Study for Boat Launch Relocation; Council Set to Vote on Traffic Cameras

The Harbor Management Commission unanimously approved spending $260,000 in grant funds to study relocating the Howard Brown Boat Launch to Railroad Landing, the largest dollar decision among recent Norwich board actions.

Harbor Management Commission — June 23

The commission voted unanimously to use $260,000 of a SHIPP grant for a feasibility study on moving the Howard Brown Boat Launch to Railroad Landing. Members also unanimously accepted the May 2026 financial report.

A revised Derelict Vessel policy was tabled to July. The commission agreed to plan a fishing tournament for next year.

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission — June 22

The commission approved application IWWCC #26-04 for temporary subsurface exploration at 432 Canterbury Turnpike and 180 Lawler Lane, the Occum Industrial Center site. The vote was 5-0 after a unanimous finding that the activity is not significant. The approval includes conditions and is valid through June 22, 2031.

Appoint/Reappoint Subcommittee — June 29

The subcommittee voted unanimously to recommend reappointing Kathy Warzecha to the Commission on the City Plan and Mark Sicuso to the Ice Arena Authority. Both recommendations go to the full City Council for final action.

CMEEC Joint Board — June 25

The regular hybrid meeting of the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative and Connecticut Transmission Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative Joint Board of Directors was cancelled. No items were taken up.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee — July 1

The committee was scheduled to hear presentations from guest speakers representing the Greeneville School and Capehart and to receive updates on the neighborhood's strategic plan. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published.

Coming Up

City Council — Monday, July 6: The council will hold a public hearing and vote on a cost-sharing sidewalk program covering seven properties, with the city share totaling approximately $43,750. Individual property costs listed on the agenda are: 80 Boswell Ave ($2,133), 33 Spaulding Rd ($6,034), 54 Division St ($7,854), 46 Sholes Ave ($2,552), 171 Laurel Hill Ave ($5,103), 169 Laurel Hill Ave ($7,309), and 38 North Cliff St ($9,661). The council will also vote on accepting a $173,200 cybersecurity grant (EMW-2023-CY-00033-S01) with a $43,300 local match. The main agenda item is a proposed ordinance authorizing automated traffic enforcement devices — speed and red-light cameras — in school and pedestrian safety zones. A petition from the Disabilities Commission deploring bigotry and threats against Mayor Singh will be read. The agenda also notes a $14 million bridge replacement on Cranberry Pond Rd over I-395, with a virtual public meeting scheduled for July 13.

Commission on the City Plan — Thursday, July 9: The commission will discuss and potentially vote on a request for 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.

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.