01-06-2025 City Council

The New London City Council held a meeting on January 6, 2025, which included a detailed update on the 43 Hemster Street cleanup remedial action plan. City officials discussed the environmental remediation project, highlighting its complex history and the progress made securing state and federal grants. The council was informed that bid specifications for the cleanup would be issued in February 2025, with project commencement anticipated in late summer or early fall, contingent on funding. The city has invested approximately $123,000 as a match and aims to minimize additional taxpayer contributions. Additionally, the council approved a gasoline contract for the city’s annual supply of approximately 65,000 gallons at a price of $2.34 per gallon, representing a $112,000 savings compared to the previous year. The contract was unanimously approved by the council. Public comments addressed community concerns such as traffic safety and neighborhood involvement in the park remediation project. The meeting also included acknowledgments of city employee milestones and upcoming community events.