5 Things To Know In Wethersfield: $4M Fire Truck Vote, New School Hearing, Food Drive And More

WETHERSFIELD, CT — Wethersfield voters decide Tuesday whether to borrow $4 million to replace two fire trucks, and the Planning and Zoning Commission continues its hearing Thursday on the town's plan for a new school at 275 Highland St.

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

1. Referendum On $4 Million For 2 Fire Trucks
When: Tuesday, Nov. 3, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Your assigned polling place; Town Hall, 505 Silas Deane Highway
What to know: The ballot asks voters to approve $4 million in bonds to replace Truck 32, a 1997 aerial tower with a 100-foot ladder at Company 3, and Rescue 23, a 2000 heavy rescue truck at Company 2, according to the town. Voters can confirm their polling place with the state's online lookup.
More information here.

2. P&Z Continues Hearing On New School At 275 Highland St.
When: Thursday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m.
Where: Town Council Chambers, Town Hall, 505 Silas Deane Highway
What to know: The Planning and Zoning Commission continues its public hearing on the town's application for a special permit and site plan for a new educational institution at 275 Highland St., with 75 parking spaces, 25 overflow spaces, bus and parent drop-off lanes, outdoor play areas and an amphitheater, according to the special meeting agenda. Written comments are due by 3 p.m. that day to planning@wethersfieldct.gov. The commission's regular Nov. 3 meeting is canceled.
More information here.

3. Thanksgiving Food Drive
When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Stop & Shop, 1380 Berlin Turnpike
What to know: The town is collecting nonperishable food, holiday staples and donations for families in need, according to the town.
More information here.

4. Veterans Commission Plans Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 6 p.m.
Where: Conference Room 3 (lower level), Town Hall, 505 Silas Deane Highway
What to know: The Veterans Commission will work on its fall newsletter and the Veterans Day ceremony, according to its agenda. The ceremony, hosted by the Veterans Day Committee, is Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in the Wethersfield High School auditorium, according to the town.
More information here.

5. Pension, Benefit Trust Committees Meet
When: Monday, Nov. 2, starting 3:30 p.m.
Where: Town Hall, 505 Silas Deane Highway
What to know: The OPEB Trust Committee (3:30 p.m.), Volunteer Firefighters Pension Committee (4 p.m.) and Pension Committee (4:45 p.m.) meet Monday, according to the town calendar. OPEB stands for other post-employment benefits, such as retiree health care.
More information here.