5 Things To Know In Newtown: Queen Street Sidewalks Update, ADA Survey, Absentee Ballots And More

NEWTOWN, CT — The Borough of Newtown's Board of Burgesses hears an update on Queen Street sidewalks, the town is asking residents with disabilities for feedback on its facilities and parks, and absentee ballots are available for Nov. 3.

Here are five things to know about life around Newtown this week:

1. Borough Burgesses Get Queen Street Sidewalks Update
When: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Alley Room, Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main St.
What to know: The Borough of Newtown's Board of Burgesses will hear the warden's report, including an update on the Queen Street sidewalks, along with reports from the tree warden, tax collector, treasurer and zoning officer, according to the agenda. Old business includes borough sign displays, and there's time for public participation.
More information here.

2. Town Seeks Feedback On Accessibility Of Facilities, Parks
When: Survey open now
Where: Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose St.
What to know: Newtown is inviting residents to share their views on the accessibility of town facilities and parks for people with disabilities through an anonymous online survey, according to the town. The feedback will inform the town's ADA Transition Plan, which the Western Connecticut Council of Governments hired the W-T Group to develop for its member towns.
More information here.

3. Absentee Ballots Available For Nov. 3
When: Available now; last day to vote absentee is Monday, Nov. 2
Where: Town Clerk's Office, Municipal Center, 3 Primrose St.
What to know: Voters can get absentee ballots in person at the Town Clerk's office, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or apply by mail or through the state's online portal, according to the town. Ballots must be back by 8 p.m. Nov. 3; official drop boxes outside the north and south entrances of the Municipal Center are open 24 hours.
More information here.

4. Charter Revision Commission, Planning And Zoning Meet
When: Wednesday, Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m. (Charter Revision); Thursday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m. (P&Z)
Where: Newtown Municipal Center (P&Z), 3 Primrose St.
What to know: The 2026 Charter Revision Commission meets Wednesday and the Planning and Zoning Commission meets Thursday at the Municipal Center, according to the town calendar. Agendas for both had not been posted as of Thursday.
More information here.

5. Town Offices Closed For Columbus Day
When: Monday, Oct. 12
Where: Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose St.
What to know: Town offices are closed Monday for Columbus Day, according to the town calendar.
More information here.