Waterbury Board of Aldermen Meeting - May 26, 2026

The City of Waterbury Board of Aldermen held a meeting on May 26, 2026, which included a public hearing on a proposed $100 million capital appropriation and bond for constructing a new preschool center. Numerous speakers advocated for the new facility, citing the current preschool's deteriorating conditions, lack of space, and the critical need for specialized services for children with disabilities. The board also discussed and approved the sale of three vacant city lots to the Rivera Memorial Foundation for $3,000 total, supporting community redevelopment and programming. Additionally, the board approved multiple contracts and amendments related to education services, including online math intervention software, occupational and physical therapy services, behavioral technician services, and copier and print management services. A $10 million contract for the 2026 milling and paving program was approved, with discussion on street prioritization criteria. The board also approved a contract amendment for fire station renovations and a contract for voting tabulator maintenance. Several motions involved bond refunding to save costs and grant acceptance for community health resource center renovations. Concerns were raised about contractor compliance with local hiring ordinances, and the board emphasized the importance of contractors appearing before them for accountability. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of community members and a reminder of upcoming budget hearings.