By Gigi Simko
(July 25, 2024) — The regular meeting of Haddam’s Board of Selectmen on July 8, 2024, was called to order by First Selectman Robert McGarry at 6:31 p.m. at the Old Town Hall, 21 Field Park Drive, Haddam. Selectmen Kate Anderson and Peter Baird were present.
First Selectman McGarry provided the following updates:
– The Town has selected a contractor for lead clean-up of the Scovil Hoe property. Parker Benjamin is responsible for all related costs. In addition, the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) preliminarily approved grant funds for consultant oversight of lead clean-up, disposal costs and use of the same contractor for remaining lead abatement.
– The Town published a new schedule for 63-hour closure of Swing Bridge. Currently, one closure is planned for mid-September.
– Commissioner Dykes from the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) signed the $109,000 grant for Tylerville Water.
– The Town signed the contract with the Teamsters. Negotiations continue with the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA).
– The Town’s paving box was stolen from Little City Road, as well as signs for Cedar Lake Road.
– The Senior Picnic on June 24, 2024 was well attended.
Three motions for Elderly Tax Relief Appeals carried unanimously.
The next regular Board of Selectmen meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at Old Town Hall, 21 Field Park Drive, Haddam. The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.
