Jonah Eco-Newsletter:
Air Line Trail Hike
A hike in celebration of the signing of the license agreement with Eversource is scheduled for Sat. 1/23 at 10 a.m. Due to the storm predicted, the hike may be cancelled or shortened. Check the “Air Line Trail –Portland CT” Facebook page for updates.
Should Middletown Ban Fracking Waste?
Local residents opposed to fracking (hydraulic fracturing) for natural gas, and Food and Water Watch, invite the public to an informational presentation on Thursday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Hubbard Room at Russell Library. Read more here.
Pierce Property Update
This 110-acre parcel of prime open space on Higby Mountain is being considered again. Middletown’s Finance & Government Operations Commission will consider (at its Jan. 27, 7 p.m. meeting in Room 208 of City Hall) City financial support of a purchase by the Middlesex Land Trust. If approved, the resolution will be on the agenda of the Common Council on February 1, at 7 p.m. Read more here.
Jessie Stratton To Speak in Middletown
Former state legislator and current DEEP Director of Policy, Jessie Stratton, will tell us about the State’s plans to mitigate and adapt to climate change on Tuesday, March 29, at 7 p.m. at the deKoven House. Mark your calendar.
Thank You For Supporting the Jonah Center
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