MDC District Board Meeting - June 1, 2026 WEBEX FEED

The West Hartford Community Interactive held a district board meeting on June 1, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related topics were discussed. The CEO reported on upcoming ribbon cuttings for major infrastructure projects, including the tunnel and Westland Gardens projects, highlighting successful management of a $51 million change order under 19%, which is below typical tunnel project overruns. The board also discussed ongoing negotiations and agreements related to the Colebrook Dam property, including a $1 million payment split between Connecticut and Massachusetts easements. Additionally, the board approved motions related to personnel, including the revision of the district clerk job specification and appointment of an interim district clerk. A settlement of $42,000 was approved for a pending litigation case involving a bicycle accident on Selden Hill Road. The CEO also mentioned upcoming RFPs for pension and employment benefits consultants, signaling future procurement activity. The meeting included discussions on public outreach initiatives, such as the acquisition and renovation of an ice cream truck for community engagement.