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A New Day for the EDC?
First Selectman Bill Morrison is trying to revive the Economic Development Commission (EDC), starting with a meeting on May 28, 2025. He...
May 30, 20254 min read


BOE Approves Adoption of Amplify ELA for Grades 6 - 8
Learn about the new program adopted for Stafford's 6th - 8th graders.
May 22, 20252 min read


Stafford Road & Construction Updates
Get a quick update on projects you'll see around town this summer.
May 12, 20253 min read


BOF Votes to Move $490k from BOE Budget to BOS
Debt service funds moved out of BOE budget and over to the BOS.
May 9, 20253 min read


The Impact of a 0% Budget Increase Becomes Clearer
After two failed referendums, the town’s various boards are scheduling multiple meetings a week to reach a budget proposal they think the...
May 8, 20255 min read


An Emotional BOF Meeting Explained
Learn about ongoing disputes and the potential for flat funding the budget.
May 6, 20255 min read


Boards Discuss Ramifications of BOE Decision Before Budget Vote
The BOS & BOF meet to discuss next steps. Dissent among BOE emerges.
Apr 29, 20257 min read


PZC Allows Path to Expansion for Existing Non-Conforming Businesses
Discover what this means for business owners of a specific type.
Apr 28, 20252 min read


Stafford Budget Recap '25-'26
Need a recap before you go to the polls? Get caught up on the budget and what comes next.
Apr 25, 20252 min read


BOE Approves Reduced Budget, Using Debt Service Funds to Keep Positions
The BOE got creative to try and preserve positions in the reduced budget.
Apr 24, 20253 min read


BOE Discusses Title VI Compliance
During the April 7, 2024, Board of Education meeting, member Aaron Hoffman made a motion to add a new item to the agenda: a discussion of...
Apr 17, 20254 min read


Stafford To Settle Over Burial Buses
Learn about the weirdest lawsuit I've ever had to report on.
Apr 11, 20253 min read


Selectmen Make Cuts to Proposed Budget
On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the Board of Selectmen (BOS) met for a special meeting during which they discussed the results of the budget...
Apr 10, 20252 min read


BOE Debates Staff Cuts
BOE votes to terminate two tenured teachers for budgetary reasons.
Apr 9, 20253 min read


Voters Shoot Down Budget, BOF Cuts BOE Budget
Learn about the newly BOF-approved version of the budget.
Apr 9, 20256 min read


What is MS4 & Why Should Stafford Care?
Find out what could cost Stafford $20 -$30k per year.
Apr 8, 20252 min read


BOE Appoints Scott Sugarman Superintendent of Schools
Meet Stafford Public Schools' new Superintendent.
Apr 7, 20252 min read


BOS Adopts New Fire Inspection Ordinance
BOS votes to bring fire inspection ordinance in line with state regulations.
Apr 5, 20252 min read


Your Pre-Referendum Budget FAQs Answered
Have questions about the budget and all the talk you're seeing on social media? Here are the answers.
Apr 1, 202513 min read


Comparing 2025-2026 Budget Proposals
Comparing and contrasting Stafford's budget to similar towns.
Mar 29, 20253 min read
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