Town Council - 05/26/2026

The Town Council of Southington held a meeting on May 26, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key topics included updates on capital improvement projects such as the Southington High School roof replacement, which is progressing well under budget with $3.2 million spent of the $6.9 million referendum. The council also discussed the upcoming bidding process for the Strong Elementary School roof project, with bids due June 1st. Economic development was addressed through a proposed STEEP grant and potential town assistance for road construction at 682 Curtis Street, with plans to seek engineering bids and clarify cost-sharing arrangements. The council unanimously approved awarding a consulting contract to Tighe & Bond for PCB remediation at the wastewater treatment plant, capped at $375,000, which is expected to save millions in disposal costs. Additionally, the council approved revisions to the sewer code and the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) draft, emphasizing infrastructure investment and housing affordability. Other procurement-related items included rebidding grounds cleanup services due to high initial bids and ongoing sponsorship efforts for the Apple Harvest Festival. Motions to approve minutes, appointments, and scheduling of public hearings were also passed. No immediate contract awards beyond Tighe & Bond were finalized, but several action items were tabled for further cost analysis and planning.