Levinthal Run Sidewalk Project Update
Levinthal Run sidewalk project takes a step forward. See the plans and learn more.
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LOCAL NEWS, EVENTS & MUSINGS
STAFFORD FREE PRESS
2 days ago3 min read
Transfers Cover Shortfall in Ambulance Budget
Learn which departments' budget surpluses will cover ambulance shortfalls.
6 days ago2 min read
A New Plan to Solve Self-Insurance Troubles, Questions Remain
While the BOF and BOE may be a step closer to resolving the conversation about the self-insurance fund, questions still remain.
Dec 41 min read
A New(ish) Drum Roller Could Be in Stafford's Future
The DPW got permission to use funds from selling old equipment to buy newer equipment.
Nov 203 min read
Stafford’s School Enrollment Sparks Conversation
Lower enrollment sparks budget conversation at BOE meeting.
Nov 193 min read
Special Ed Outplacements Questioned
The BOE discusses rising numbers of students in out-of-district special education placements.
Nov 131 min read
Town Seeks CERT Members
Learn how to become a member of the Community Emergency Response Team.
Nov 123 min read
Selectmen Approve Tax Abatement for Old Borough School
Learn about the tax abatement plan approved by the Board of Selectmen.
Nov 82 min read
Geothermal Case Moves to Litigation
The geothermal saga continues. After failed mediation on October 16, 2024, the Board of Selectmen discussed the issue during a special...
Nov 72 min read
Selectmen Get Official Update on Road Work Costs
November 7, 2024 - Stafford, CT Last month, Selectman Kurt Vail asked Director of Public Works (DPW) Devin Cowperthwaite to put together...
Nov 54 min read
BOF and BOE Continue Negotiations
“It’s important to know how we got here, so we never get here again,” said the Interim Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Laura Norbut,...
Nov 13 min read
Absenteeism Still An Issue for Schools, Test Results Are In
Over the past couple of Stafford Board of Education meetings, Interim Superintendent Dr. Laura Norbut has updated the board on a number...
Oct 163 min read
Town CFO Departs After Reshaping the Position
Learn how the CFO position has changed over the past year, and how it may continue to change in the future.
Oct 161 min read
Watch the Debate: Vail v. Werstler
If you missed the WINY debate between Kurt Vail and Ethan Werstler, you can rewatch it here.
Oct 112 min read
Public Works and Paving Updates
Learn about the projects Stafford DPW plans to tackle in the Spring.
Oct 106 min read
BOF and BOE Discuss Self-Insurance and MOUs
Get the latest on the BOE's self-insurance fund and the BOF's push for a new MOU between the two sides of the budget.
Oct 93 min read
PZC Cleans Up Permit Fees
The PZC had a short meeting to address a number of small items.
Oct 64 min read
BOS Hears Plan for Paddling at Staffordville Lake
The Staffordville Lake Advisory Committee (SLAC) has been charged with finding ways to increase public access to Staffordville Lake. The...
Oct 42 min read
BOS Votes on EV Charging Rates
Town sets rats for EV charging at town-owned chargers.
Oct 33 min read
Daycare Tax Abatements Denied, Developer Still on the Table
The board took action on a tax abatement for daycares but is still discussing possibilities for developers.
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