Politics & Government
Survey Says: Canton Supports Maintenance Of Town Facilities, School Roof Project
Canton selectmen recently reviewed the Vision 2050 survey results and are planning the next steps for the proposed $9.9M bonding package.
CANTON, CT— The Canton Board of Selectmen last month reviewed early public feedback on its proposed “Vision 2050” bonding package, with officials highlighting strong support for several major infrastructure investments and outlining next steps before any final decisions.
During the March 25 discussion of old business, Selectman Sarah Hague reported that 188 residents responded to atown survey on the proposed bonding plan.
According to Hague, 92% of respondents said facilities maintenance is important, while 86% supported replacing the roof at Cherry Brook Primary School.
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Other projects also received significant backing, including 75% support for replacing the Mills Pond pool and 73% for major road repairs.
A smaller share — 32% — supported a court roof structure project.
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The Vision 2050 proposal outlines roughly $9.9 million in bonded investments aimed at addressing long-deferred infrastructure needs.
The package focuses on three main areas: renovation of the Mills Pond recreational facilities, pavement management improvements to address underfunded road repairs, and a major school roof replacement.
Town officials have said bonding is being considered due to the scale of the costs and the long-term nature of the projects, which are intended to benefit residents over the next 25 years.
Canton First Selectman Kevin Witkos directed Canton Chief Administrative Officer Mark Penney to publish the full survey results on the town website, signaling an effort to increase transparency and public engagement as the proposal moves forward.
No formal decisions were made on the bonding package, and officials indicated that additional public input and analysis will inform future discussions.
For the minutes of the March 25 Canton Board of Selectmen meeting, click on this link.
To watch the March 25 Canton Board of Selectmen meeting, click on this link.
To see the full survey results, click on this link.
From Feb. 5: 'Canton Seeks Input On Proposed $9.9M Infrastructure Overhaul.'
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