MIDDLETOWN, CT — Middletown votes Tuesday on a $30.4 million school infrastructure bond along with the state election, and the Common Council meets Monday on a smoking ban for public property, fire staffing and a new member.
Here are five things to know about life around Middletown this week:
1. Election Day And $30.4 Million School Infrastructure Referendum
When: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Your regular polling place; explanatory text and ordinance at the City and Town Clerk's office, Room 110, City Hall, 245 deKoven Drive
What to know: Voters decide whether to approve a $30,426,000 appropriation and bond authorization for a districtwide Middletown Public Schools infrastructure project, according to the city. The work covers roof replacements at six schools and buildings, air conditioning and rooftop units at six schools, building management and HVAC controls at seven, and oil tank and boiler systems at two, plus security upgrades. About 67% is expected to be paid with state grants; Mayor Gene Nocera's office puts the local taxpayer cost at $9,997,983 over two to five years. The question was approved by the Common Council on Aug. 20. Polls are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
More information here.
2. Common Council Takes Up Smoking Ban, Fire Staffing, New Member
When: Monday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. (Questions to Directors workshop at 6 p.m.)
Where: Online only (Webex); City Hall is at 245 deKoven Drive
What to know: The Common Council will consider appointing Michael Fallon to fill the unexpired term of retired Councilman Grady L. Faulkner Jr. through Nov. 9, 2027, according to the agenda. Other items include raising fire department full-shift staffing from 15 to 16 and minimum on-duty staffing from 12 to 13, adding four firefighters; a new ordinance banning tobacco and cannabis smoking on public property and in outdoor restaurant areas, along with a ban on illegal cannabis sales; and a rewrite of the open burning ordinance covering outdoor wood furnaces and recreational fires. The council will also hear reports on Court Street, Melilli Plaza, 142 South Main St. and Route 9. The meeting is online only.
More information here.
3. Design Review Board Revisits 10 Dripps Road Demolition
When: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 6 p.m.
Where: Council Chambers, City Hall, 245 deKoven Drive
What to know: The Design Review and Preservation Board's special meeting includes a demolition request for the structure at 10 Dripps Road, listed under old business, according to the agenda. The board will also adopt its 2027 meeting calendar. Public comment is taken at the start and end of the meeting.
More information here.
4. Fair Rent Commission Hears Six Tenant Cases
When: Thursday, Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Room 208, City Hall, 245 deKoven Drive, and on Webex
What to know: The Fair Rent Commission's special meeting lists hearings, deliberations or decisions on six tenant cases, according to the agenda. Three involve Rapallo Properties, and others involve owners at 260-280 East Main St. and 693 Washington St., including one compliance hearing and retaliation claim. Some may be resolved by stipulation.
More information here.
5. 20th Annual Mayor's Ball
When: Friday, Nov. 6, 6 p.m.
Where: Wadsworth Mansion at Long Hill, 421 Wadsworth St.
What to know: The 20th annual Mayor's Ball is open to the public and businesses, with proceeds going to a city fund for residents facing financial hardship, a group of firefighters restoring a historic American La France tiller truck, and St. Vincent de Paul's Amazing Grace Food Pantry, according to the mayor's office. Albert Hamrah receives the Mayor's Humanitarian Award. Tickets are $125, and attire is formal. The RSVP date was Oct. 26; call the Mayor's Office at 860-638-4801.
More information here.
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