Local News for Middlefield, Connecticut

Levi E. Coe Library Summer Hours Survey

Please take a moment to fill out a survey about the library’s summer hours. Click Read more to access the survey link. Thank you! The post Levi E. Coe Library Summer Hours Survey appeared first on Levi E. Coe Library. Read the article on leviecoe.lioninc.org READ MORE.

Legal Notice: Public Hearing of the Zoning Board of Appeals

The Town Zoning Board of Appeals of Middlefield, Connecticut will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom, on the following application: Applicant/Owner: Justin Johnson Property Location: 36 Miller Road, Tax Assessor’s Map #18, Lot #10 Proposed Activity: Request for a 15′ side yard variance from Section 4.4. of READ MORE.

DMIAAB Subsidized Composters Available

In an effort to reduce the amount of solid waste from our communities, DMIAAB underwrites a composter program at a significantly discounted purchase price for residents of Durham and Middlefield. We have both food digesters and traditional composters available. Residents may purchase Earth Machine Composters for $30 and Green Cone food digesters for $60. These READ MORE.

Town Offices Closed on Friday, April 2

In observance of Good Friday, the offices at the town hall and community center will be closed on April 2. They will reopen on Monday, April 5. Read the article on middlefieldct.org READ MORE.

Public Hearing, Regional School District 13, Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022

Warning of Public Hearing for the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Regional School District 13 of the State of Connecticut Durham/Middlefield Wednesday, April 7, 2021 8:00 p.m. Notice is hereby given to the residents of the Towns of Durham and Middlefield, which are the member towns of Regional School District 13 of the State READ MORE.

Police: Middlefield man, 32, hurt in pasta maker incident at South Windsor restaurant

Sgt. Mark Cleverdon said the victim is a 32-year-old man from Middlefield who spent most of Monday in surgery. Read the rest of the article on ctpost.com READ MORE.

Legal Notice: Decision of the Planning & Zoning Commission

At its March 24, 2021 regular meeting, the Commission voted to approve the application of Vogel & Associates for a Home Occupation for a virtual real estate office located at 111 Powder Hill Road, Middlefield, CT, Assessor Map 13, Lot 13, Zone AG2 with conditions. . Dated in Middlefield, Connecticut this 25th day of March, READ MORE.

Spring Brush Pickup

The Public Works Department will conduct the spring brush pickup starting April 12, 2021. Please have all brush at curbside before the start date to insure pickup; only one pass will be made on each street. Since this service is provided to residents throughout Middlefield and Rockfall, we must limit each household to one truckload READ MORE.

Spring Community Conversations – April 8 and May 20

Community Conversations The Middlefield Durham Racial Justice Team is excited to announce the April and May community conversations about racial justice. Before these monthly discussions, participants will be invited to watch a film, read a book or listen to a podcast. Upcoming programs: Thursday, April 8, 7 PM, “Nice White Parents” Podcast Discussion Hosted via READ MORE.

“Nice White Parents” Podcast Discussion

Join us Thursday, April 8th at 7 PM via Zoom. The Middlefield Durham Racial Justice Team is excited to announce the April community conversation about racial justice. Before these monthly discussions, participants will be invited to watch a film, read a book or listen to a podcast. To sign up for this Zoom discussion email: READ MORE.

Board of Assessment Appeals will meet Wednesday March 10th

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet at the Middlefield Community Center to deliberate on appeals heard Monday March 8th, 2021. Read the article on middlefieldct.org READ MORE.

29th Annual Native Plant & Plug Sale

Think Local! Plant Natives! The Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District is pleased to offer a large collection of excellent native plants, edibles, and pollinator-friendly choices. For plant pictures, detailed descriptions, and additional shrubs and perennials, visit the webstore at: http://conservect.org/ctrivercoastal Read the article on middlefieldct.org READ MORE.

COVID-19 Vaccinations Available for those 55 years of age and older

On February 22, 2021, the governor announced a schedule for age-based eligibility for the next several months. By laying out a clear timeline for eligibility for the vaccine, the strategy allows everyone in the state, including essential workers and those with chronic conditions, to know when they will be able to schedule an appointment. The READ MORE.

Legal Notice Public Hearing Zoning Board of Appeals

LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF MIDDLEFIELD Public Hearing of the Zoning Board of Appeals The Town Zoning Board of Appeals of Middlefield, Connecticut will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom, on the following application: Applicant/Owner: Izabela Bukowski Property Location: 32 Seminole, Tax Assessor’s Map #10/10.4, Lot #37 Proposed READ MORE.

Legal Notice: Decisions of the Zoning Board of Appeals

At its February 23, 2021 meeting the Zoning Board of Appeals voted to: 1. Close the public hearing and approve, with conditions, the request for a 20′ front yard (northerly street line) setback variance from Kickapoo Road and a 6′ front yard (easterly street line) setback variance from Mattabeseck Road from Section 04.02.01. of the READ MORE.

Book Returns

•Our outdoor book drops are open 24/7 for returns•The library is fine free•Your returned items will be “quarantined ” for 96 hours BEFORE being checked in•Your books can be returned to any public library in Connecticut The post Book Returns appeared first on Levi E. Coe Library. Read the article on leviecoe.lioninc.org READ MORE.

Board of Assessment Appeals to Meet on March 8, 2021

Pursuant to CGS 12-110(a), the Board of Assessment Appeals of the Town of Middlefield will meet in open session in the Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main St, Room 4, Middlefield, CT, on March 8, 2021 from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm for the sole purpose of hearing appeals related to Real Estate and Personal Property READ MORE.

Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation – Parent Pandemic Playbook

Please take a few moments to check out this new resource called the Parent Pandemic Playbook, which has been launched by Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation. Please distribute it to those you think may benefit- it’s got great resources for families with kids, and is updated regularly. http://www.coginchaugvef.org/playbook Read the article on middlefieldct.org READ MORE.

Transportation Services Available – including Complimentary COVID Testing & Vaccine Trips

Complimentary COVID Testing & COVID Vaccine Transportation Middletown Transit District (MAT) provides complimentary COVID Testing and COVID Vaccine transportation trips. The service provides accessible transportation within the Middletown Area Transit service area and is available 7 days per week. It is available to all residents within the Middletown Transit District. Participant’s taxi rides to designated READ MORE.

Schedule a Vaccine – Age 75-Plus – Preliminary Time Line Phases

THE PRELIMINARY TIME LINE OF THE PHASES FOR VACCINES Scheduling now: Individuals 75-years-of-age and over. Given the currently scarce supply of vaccine, it will take time for all individuals in this phase (Phase 1b) to receive the vaccine. Scheduling next (likely early February): Individuals 65-years-of-age and over. Scheduling information coming soon (likely early March): Frontline READ MORE.