Sterling meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Sterling PZC approves 1-lot subdivision; several meetings cancelled

The Sterling Planning & Zoning Commission approved a one-lot subdivision at 250 Calvin French Road at its Aug. 17 meeting, the only substantive decision among several cancelled meetings in the past two weeks.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission voted 3-0 to approve the subdivision application by Steven & Brenda Lindsay. The approval includes conditions, including a quit claim deed for proposed taking areas. The commission also voted 3–0 to approve the July 20, 2026 meeting minutes and 3–0 to adjourn at 8:02 p.m. The agenda also included discussion of zoning regulation revisions and a noise concern, but no action was taken on those items.

Cancelled meetings

Three regular meetings were cancelled during the period:

• The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for Aug. 11 did not convene because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or items discussed.
• The Board of Finance cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Aug. 12. No business was conducted.
• The Water Pollution Control Authority cancelled its Aug. 19 meeting. Its next regular meeting is set for Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen met Aug. 19, but minutes have not yet been published. The agenda included discussion of a potential tax abatement for volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel, updates on the sale of an old bus, a water filtration system, and probate court, and approval of bills (vouchers 7-30-26 through 8-17-26). A citizen letter about a potential community threat was also on the agenda, but no action was scheduled.

Coming up

• **Family Day Committee** – Aug. 25, 2026. The agenda includes approval of July 28 minutes, a treasurer’s report, results from tent setup, duck ticket sales, and fireworks information.
• **Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission** – The Aug. 27 meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for Sept. 24, 2026.

Sterling awards $483,923 paving contract; several boards cancel meetings

The Board of Selectmen awarded a $483,923 road paving contract to Pinecroft Paving & Landscape at its Aug. 5 meeting, the most significant decision of the past week. The board also created a part-time mechanic position and re-appointed three members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Several other town boards cancelled meetings or failed to reach quorum.

Board of Selectmen

At its Aug. 5 meeting, the Board of Selectmen voted unanimously (3-0) on all items:

• Awarded the road paving contract to Pinecroft Paving & Landscape for $483,923.
• Approved the creation of a part-time mechanic position.
• Re-appointed Derek Anforth, Christine Farrugia, and Robert Boutin Jr. to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Anforth and Farrugia were re-appointed to three-year terms expiring Aug. 15, 2029; Boutin was re-appointed as an alternate for the same term.
• Approved monthly invoices totaling $460,842.08, comprising $2,562.29 for fiscal year 2025-26 and $458,279.79 for fiscal year 2026-27.
• Tabled correspondence from the Connecticut Probate Court Administration regarding a meeting.
• Removed proposed ordinances and solar project items from future agendas until updates are provided.

Other meetings

The Agricultural Commission held a special meeting on Aug. 4 with an agenda that included accepting Jack Joslyn's resignation as chairman, appointing a new chairperson, approving an amended 2026 meeting calendar, and discussing a farm-to-table menu. Minutes have not yet been published, so no decisions are reported. The commission's regular meeting scheduled for Aug. 6 was cancelled.

The Economic Development Commission meeting on Aug. 11 did not convene because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or items discussed.

The Board of Finance cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Aug. 12. No business was conducted.

Coming up

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet today, Aug. 17. The agenda includes a one-lot subdivision application by Steven and Brenda Lindsay at 250 Calvin French Road, the ZEO report for August 2026, and discussions of proposed zoning regulation updates, including Section 4.03, non-conforming buildings and lots (Sections 5.02 and 5.03), and Public Act 25-1 (HB 8002) and amplified sound concerns. Public comment periods are also scheduled.

The Family Day Committee will meet Aug. 25 to review routine business, including approval of July 28 meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, results from tent setup, duck ticket sales, and fireworks information. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions listed.

Sterling opens road paving bids, tables contract decision

The Sterling Board of Selectmen opened eight bids for road paving at its July 29 meeting, with amounts ranging from $410,717.50 to $615,700.00. No contract was awarded; the board tabled the decision until its August 5 meeting. This was the only item with published minutes among recent meetings; other boards either cancelled sessions or have not yet released minutes.

Road paving bids opened

The Board of Selectmen reviewed eight bids for road paving work. The lowest bid was $410,717.50 and the highest was $615,700.00. The board did not select a contractor and will revisit the matter on August 5, 2026.

Zoning Board of Appeals cancels quarterly meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its quarterly meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026. No business was conducted or discussed.

Agricultural Commission holds special meeting, cancels regular session

The Agricultural Commission held a special meeting on August 4, 2026, to consider an amended 2026 meeting calendar, accept the resignation of Chairman Jack Joslyn, appoint a new chairperson, and discuss finalizing a farm-to-table menu. Minutes from that meeting have not yet been published. The commission also cancelled its regular meeting originally scheduled for August 6, 2026.

Family Day Committee discusses event planning

The Family Day Committee met on July 28, 2026, with an agenda that included tent setup logistics, duck ticket sales, a possible change to the breakfast date, and a proposed yard sale on November 7. The committee also planned to discuss new ideas and demonstrations for the upcoming Family Day event. Minutes are not yet available.

Board of Selectmen August 5 agenda

The Board of Selectmen met on August 5, 2026, but minutes have not yet been published. The agenda included:

• Creating a part-time public works mechanic position
• Re-appointing Derek Anforth, Christine Farrugia, and Robert Boutin Jr. to the Zoning Board of Appeals (terms expire 8/15/2029)
• Awarding the road-paving contract
• Discussing the Brookfield Husky Solar (Verogy) solar project application status
• Reviewing a probate-court relocation meeting request from Connecticut Probate Court Administration

No outcomes from this meeting are available in the provided data.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the provided data for the next 14 days. Residents should check the town’s official calendar for future meeting notices.

Sterling Board of Selectmen Opens Eight Road Paving Bids; Decision Deferred to August 5

The Sterling Board of Selectmen opened eight bids for road paving on July 29, with amounts ranging from $410,717.50 to $615,700.00. No contract was awarded; the board tabled the decision until its August 5, 2026, meeting.

Board of Selectmen

The board reviewed the eight submitted bids but took no action on a contract. The paving award is scheduled for the next meeting on August 5, 2026.

Planning & Zoning Commission

On July 20, the Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3-0 to continue discussion on a lot subdivision application for 250 Calvin French Road to its next meeting. The application was tabled due to missing abutter notification evidence. Members also agreed to add building size and height regulations to the next agenda, citing potential AI data center developments. The commission approved its June 15, 2026, meeting minutes 3-0.

Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission met July 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the municipal building and via Zoom. The agenda included approval of minutes from the November 20, 2025, regular meeting, review of an excavation application submitted by Andrew Davis for 261 River Road, election of commission officers, agents reports, and any other business. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published.

Family Day Committee

The Family Day Committee met July 28 to discuss event planning items, including tent setup logistics, duck ticket sales, a breakfast date change, and possible approval of a yard sale on November 7. New business included ideas for demonstrations and other Family Day information. Minutes have not yet been published.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its July 28, 2026, quarterly meeting. No business was conducted or discussed.

Coming Up

• **August 4, 2026 — Agricultural Commission (special meeting):** The commission will approve an amended 2026 meeting calendar, accept Jack Joslyn's resignation as chairman, appoint a new chairperson, and discuss finalizing a farm-to-table menu.
• **August 5, 2026 — Board of Selectmen:** The board will consider creating a part-time mechanic position, re-appoint Derek Anforth, Christine Farrugia, and Robert Boutin Jr. to the Zoning Board of Appeals (terms expire 8/15/2029), and award the road-paving contract. Additional items include discussion of the Brookfield Husky Solar (Verogy) solar project application status and a probate-court relocation meeting request from the Connecticut Probate Court Administration.
• **August 6, 2026 — Agricultural Commission:** This meeting has been cancelled. A special meeting was held in its place on August 4.

Sterling meeting roundup: Sewer bill waived, panic buttons tested, solar and water talks ahead

The Water Pollution Control Authority unanimously waived David DiTusa's sewer bill this month after finding the service was not in use and Plainfield agreed to waive its portion of the charge. The 4-0 voice vote was the most concrete financial action taken across Sterling's recent boards and commissions.

Water Pollution Control Authority — July 15

The WPCA voted 4-0 on five motions: waiving Mr. DiTusa's sewer bill, and approving minutes from May 20, May 28, the June 10 public hearing, and the June 10 regular meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 6:36 p.m.

Board of Finance — July 8

The Board of Finance approved its June 10, 2026 minutes 4-1, with one abstention. The board then voted 5-0 to table the budget development plan discussion until its next meeting. No further budget details were recorded in the minutes.

Agricultural Commission — July 9

The Commission approved its June 4 minutes and recorded a $1,000.00 withdrawal for a scholarship. Members discussed planning for a Farm to Table event and possible changes to future meeting nights. No votes on those discussion items were recorded in the minutes.

Safety Committee — July 16

The committee unanimously approved amended minutes and decided to test the municipal building's panic buttons immediately after the meeting, with possible follow-up by security, IT, or State Police depending on findings. Members assigned Jenny Jamroz to investigate a "Lock Down" drill for the municipal building, with all in favor. A proposal to add an alternate committee member was tabled for lack of information.

Board of Selectmen — July 15 (agenda only)

Minutes have not yet been published. The posted agenda listed discussion of proposed ordinance updates, a status update on the Brookfield Husky Solar, LLC application, discussion of the water filtration system, approval of bills for vouchers dated June 17 to June 30, and a quarterly report from the Afterschool & Recreation Programs Coordinator. Whether any of these items were voted on is not yet part of the public record.

Library Board of Directors — July 16 (agenda only)

Minutes have not yet been published. The agenda listed bylaws revisions, a fiscal year 2025-2026 wrap-up, an update on Friends of the Library, and discussion of the clothing shed. Outcomes are not yet recorded.

Coming up

• **Planning & Zoning Commission — July 20:** Review of a lot subdivision application by Steven and Brenda Lindsay for 250 Calvin French Road, the July Zoning Enforcement Officer report, discussion of draft Section 4.03, review of non-conforming buildings and structures under Section 5.02, and consideration of Public Act 25-1 (HB 8002).
• **Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission — July 23, 6:00 p.m., municipal building and via Zoom:** Approval of November 20, 2025 minutes, review of an excavation application by Andrew Davis for 261 River Road, election of commission officers, agents reports, and any other business.

Sterling Board of Selectmen Approves Road Paving RFP; Finance Board Reviews Budget Plans

The Sterling Board of Selectmen voted unanimously July 1 to post a Request for Proposals (RFP) for road paving, moving the town a step closer to scheduling paving work. The board also approved $34,061.46 in monthly invoices during the same meeting.

Board of Selectmen — July 1

The selectmen approved the road paving RFP on a 3-0 vote. The same 3-0 tally covered approval of monthly invoices totaling $34,061.46 and amended minutes from three prior meetings: May 20, June 3, and June 17, 2026.

The board also discussed the Verogy solar project, a delay in a water filtration system, and scheduling a meeting on the sale of an old school bus. No votes were recorded on those discussion items in the available minutes.

Board of Finance — July 8

The Board of Finance met to review routine financial reports and discuss budget development plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Items on the agenda included the treasurer's financial report, the revenue collector's grand list collection comparison, and the selectmen's report with citizen inquiry results. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so no votes or decisions can be confirmed.

Agricultural Commission — July 2 and July 9

The Agricultural Commission cancelled its July 2 meeting and rescheduled it for July 9. No business was conducted on July 2.

The July 9 special meeting agenda included approval of June 4 regular meeting minutes, the treasurer's report, and discussion of new member(s). Also listed were updates on Agriculture in the Classroom, Farm to Table, and Agriculture Education Programs. Minutes from the July 9 meeting have not yet been published.

Coming Up

• **July 15 — Board of Selectmen:** The board will discuss proposed ordinances, a status update on the Brookfield Husky Solar, LLC application, the water filtration system, and the sale of an old bus. The agenda also includes approval of bills from June 17 to June 30 and a quarterly report from the Afterschool & Recreation Programs Coordinator.
• **July 15 — Water Pollution Control Authority:** The WPCA will discuss the Sterling Water System filtration plant and budget, and consider David DiTusa's request to waive a sewer bill. Minutes from May 20 and June 10 are also slated for approval.
• **July 16 — Safety Committee:** The committee will review an update on keeping Narcan with AEDs, discuss CIRMA training classes, and address a workers' compensation claim regarding Andre Dutram.

Sterling Boards Tackle Solar Project, Event Budgets; Two Meetings Cancelled

The Board of Selectmen's July 1 agenda included discussions on the Brookfield Husky Solar project, a proposed water filtration system, and the sale of an old bus, making it the most consequential recent meeting item in Sterling. However, minutes have not yet been published, so it is not yet possible to confirm what was decided versus merely discussed.

Board of Selectmen — July 1

The selectmen's agenda listed five items: an update on the Brookfield Husky Solar (Verogy) application for a CT Siting Council certificate, a discussion on proposed ordinance updates, discussion on the sale of an old bus, discussion on a water filtration system, and approval of bills for the period June 16–29, 2026. Because only the agenda is available and minutes have not been published, the outcome of each item — including whether bills were approved — cannot be confirmed from the record.

Family Day Committee — June 23

The Sterling Family Day Committee met to review the budget for fireworks and coordinate logistics for upcoming events. Agenda items included a fireworks budget review, duck ticket sales, a breakfast date change, and changing the February dinner menu from pasta to chicken. Minutes are not yet published, so no decisions can be confirmed.

Cancelled Meetings

Two scheduled meetings were cancelled in the past two weeks:

• The **Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission** cancelled its June 25, 2026 meeting because there were no agenda items to discuss. The commission is scheduled to next meet on July 23, 2026.
• The **Agricultural Commission** cancelled its July 2, 2026 meeting and rescheduled it for July 9, 2026. No business was conducted.

Coming Up

• **Board of Finance — July 8, 2026:** The board will approve June meeting minutes and review financial reports from the treasurer, revenue collector, and selectmen. The agenda also includes discussion of budget development plans for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda is described as largely procedural, with no public hearings, contracts, or major policy votes scheduled.
• **Agricultural Commission — July 9, 2026:** Rescheduled from July 2.
• **Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission — July 23, 2026:** Next regular monthly meeting.

All recent meeting summaries are based on agendas only; minutes have not been published. Residents seeking confirmed outcomes should check the official minutes once posted on the town's website.

Selectmen Discuss Solar Application, Other Town Business

Sterling officials this week began early discussions on a proposed solar project that has filed an application with the Connecticut Siting Council, according to the Board of Selectmen’s July 1 agenda. The meeting was one of several held or postponed in the past two weeks, though no final votes were available because minutes have not yet been published.

Board of Selectmen

The board’s agenda included an update on the Brookfield Husky Solar project by Verogy, which is seeking a certificate from the state siting council. Selectmen were also scheduled to discuss proposed ordinance updates, the potential sale of an old town bus, and a new water filtration system. The agenda also called for routine approval of bills covering the period from June 16 through June 29, 2026.

Family Day Committee

On June 23, the Family Day Committee met to review logistics for upcoming events. Agenda items included a fireworks budget review, duck ticket sales, a possible date change for a breakfast event, and switching the February dinner menu from pasta to chicken. No minutes were available from that meeting.

Cancellations and Rescheduling

The Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission canceled its June 25 meeting because it had no agenda items. It is next scheduled to convene on July 23. The Agricultural Commission canceled its July 2 meeting and rescheduled for July 9; no business was conducted.

Coming up

The Board of Finance will meet on July 8 with an agenda focused largely on routine financial reports. Members are expected to approve June meeting minutes and review reports from the treasurer, revenue collector, and selectmen. The board also plans to discuss budget development plans for the next fiscal year, though no public hearings or major policy votes are listed.