Common Council Regular Meeting

The City of New Britain's Common Council held a regular meeting on September 9, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a 33-month lease extension for a copier used by the Fire Department Marshal's office, the acceptance of a $29,219 state grant to support early voting activities, and the authorization of a $500 fire prevention grant to purchase lighting equipment for fire investigations. The council also approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford Ranger pickup truck for the Public Works Water Utility Department at $39,247.10, a leaf vacuum trailer for $86,240.34 funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, and a custom Freightliner MT 55 vehicle for $280,752.40 to support water main break repairs. These purchases and grants were unanimously adopted following motions and seconding by council members. Additionally, the council discussed and referred petitions related to zoning and personnel accounting to appropriate committees. The meeting included a moment of silence for September 11 victims and recognized Suicide Prevention Month.