Town Council Meeting - July 13, 2026

The Town Council meeting of Stratford held on July 13, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the consent calendar. A significant agenda item was the referral of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of $17,246,000 in bonds for various public improvements and equipment as part of the capital improvement program; this ordinance was sent back to the ordinance committee for further review and possible amendments. The council also adopted an expanded senior tax relief ordinance to assist residents facing reassessment impacts. Additionally, the council approved a resolution to enter into a grant agreement with the Connecticut Department of Children and Families for $64,443, requiring a town match of $34,771. Procurement actions included approval of a contract modification for STV construction phase services not to exceed $454,000 and acceptance of a bid from C.J. Fuji Inc. for the Surf Avenue culvert project, aimed at mitigating coastal flooding. The meeting also addressed union contract negotiations and property acquisition matters in executive session. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing capital projects, managing town finances, and supporting community services through grants and contracts.