Community Projects In New London, Montville Get Boost From State Funding

NEW LONDON, CT — A total of $1.65 million in state funding has been approved for community project support, according to a statement from state Sen. Martha Marx (D-New London).

The State Bond Commission has given final approval for the funds' release, which includes $1.15 million for Montville and $500,000 for New London.

Montville will receive the funds for improvements to the Camp Oakdale complex. New London will receive two $250,000 allocations which will planning for a new living system supporting people with certain conditions at Mitchell College and the New London Public Market.

"It's incredible for our communities to again receive support through the Community Investment Fund, which is working to ensure the state's underserved communities can receive new focus on economic development," Marx said in a statement. "Modernizing Montville's recreational centerpiece, working to provide better resources for those in need in New London and providing a year-round market for local businesses all stand to benefit our community, and I'm grateful to Governor Lamont and the CIF Board for considering these projects."

The Montville funds will support nearly $4 million in capital improvement programming at the town's Camp Oakdale complex, its recreational open-space and athletic resource.

The project will include new amenities as well as upgrades, repairs, and improvements to the complex's aging facilities.

New London's Mitchell College will receive $250,000 for a planning study of its Living/Learning Ecosystem, designed for adults with neurodivergences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities or other conditions that can represent barriers to employment. They will receive structured support to achieve independent living and meaningful employment, according to the statement.

The New London Public Market Corporation will receive $250,000 to assist with planning for a year-round offering of owner-operated shops, stalls, and tables in a public market setting. The market will be located on the ground floor and basement of the Cronin Building at 80-88 State St.