5 Things To Know In Wallingford: New High School Specs, Cannabis Retail Proposal And More

WALLINGFORD, CT — The Town Council takes up educational specifications for the proposed new high school Tuesday, a day after the Planning and Zoning Commission considers allowing up to three cannabis retailers in town.

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

1. Council Weighs Educational Specs For New High School
When: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Robert F. Parisi Council Chambers, Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.
What to know: The Town Council will discuss and possibly act on a resolution about the educational specifications for the proposed new high school, sponsored by Chairman Testa and Councilors Carmody, Reynolds, Rivard and Rossacci, according to the agenda. The meeting includes a public question-and-answer period.
More information here.

2. P&Z Considers Allowing Up To 3 Cannabis Retailers
When: Monday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m.
Where: Robert F. Parisi Council Chambers, Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.
What to know: The Planning and Zoning Commission's meeting materials include proposed text amendment #507-26, which would allow cannabis retailers by special permit, according to the posted amendment. The draft limits the town to three retailers, all in the I-40 zone, at least 1,500 feet from another cannabis retailer, 1,000 feet from residential zones and schools, and 500 feet from places of worship. Stores could not open before 9 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and products could not be visible through windows.
More information here.

3. Veterans Day Celebration At Town Hall
When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.
Where: Robert F. Parisi Council Chambers, Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.
What to know: The Veterans Memorial Committee holds a Veterans Day celebration in honor of all veterans, according to the town calendar.
More information here.

4. Council Also Takes Up Field Naming, Golden Fox Theatre, Tax Appeal
When: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Robert F. Parisi Council Chambers, Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.
What to know: The council is set to consider naming softball field No. 1 at Pragemann Park after Stanley Shepardson, according to the agenda. The chairman's update covers the Golden Fox Theatre. After executive sessions, the council may act on a settlement in the 35 Thorpe Avenue Associates LLC tax appeal; a property purchase is also on the executive session list.
More information here.

5. Leaf Pickup Set For Thanksgiving Week
When: Bags out by Sunday, Nov. 22; pickup begins Monday, Nov. 23
Where: Curbside townwide; Town Hall, 45 S. Main St.
What to know: Bagged leaves will be picked up townwide the week of Thanksgiving in a one-time collection, according to the town. Leaves must be in paper bags at the curb by Sunday, Nov. 22. Leaves in plastic bags or bags closed with duct tape won't be picked up (masking or painter's tape only), and brush in bags won't be taken.
More information here.