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🌱 Patch AM: Fairfield Land Acquisition Commission To Discuss Open Space Funding, 80 Congress Street

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In today's newsletter:

  • Town eyes funding and 80 Congress Street in key land meeting
  • Why Fairfield builders are racing to file new housing projects.

Also on today's calendar: Pre-Demolition/Moving Sale and 21 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, temps: high: 69, low: 50.
  • Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, with a high of 65 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Fairfield Land Acquisition Commission To Discuss Open Space Funding, 80 Congress Street (patch.com) — Fairfield residents have a chance to weigh in as the Land Acquisition Commission meets Oct. 13 to talk about funding for future open space purchases and the possible acquisition of 80 Congress Street. The hybrid meeting at Sullivan Independence Hall will also cover commission membership, past minutes, and a land acquisition worksheet, with public comments encouraged by email in advance.
   

• Connecticut housing permits hit 20-year high as Stamford leads surge. Here's what it means for buyers, sellers (ctpost.com) — Fairfield is among several Connecticut towns hitting record highs for new housing permits, as builders rush to file projects before the town's affordable housing share crosses 10 percent under state law. That surge could shape future development, prices and neighborhood character, while statewide permit growth signals more apartments and condos coming online for buyers and renters.
   

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  • Bridgeport Gas Prices Below State Average As Connecticut Prices Ease (patch.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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