GREETINGS AND WELCOME TO TODAY'S TOWN HALL HAPPENINGS! 

FIRST SELECTWOMAN’S OPENING NOTE
I want to remind folks that early Voting for our Municipal Election starts Monday, October 20 and will continue every day through November 2 at Weston Town Hall.  Hours are 10 am to 6pm, with extended hours of 8 am to 8 pm on October 28 and October 30.  Early voting allows you to vote in person safely and securely before Election Day on November 4.  During the early voting period, Same-Day Voter Registration will also be available which allows you to register to vote and cast your ballot if you meet the eligibility requirements for voting in Connecticut.  This is the third time early voting and same day registration for an election will take place in Weston (second General plus a Primary).  Absentee ballots are available from the Town Clerk through November 3.  Voting on November 4 will take place at Weston Middle School from 6 am to 8 pm.  Thank you to the election workers, Registrars of Voters, and Town Clerk’s Office for working tirelessly to make this happen. 

TRANSFER STATION CLOSURE
Transfer Station will be closed on Tuesday, October 21 

T-MOBILE SERVICE UPDATE
Please see the link HERE for the most the current status of the T-Mobile negotiation.
Please see HERE for previous FAQ from First Selectwoman
Please see HERE for previous statement regarding T-Mobile

WESTON PARKS & RECREATION UPDATES
We’re diving into Spooky Season and celebrating with our first-ever Ghouls & Pool Party!
Join us Sunday, October 26 from 1-3 PM at the Weston Middle School Courtyard & Pool for fall crafts, games, activities, tons of candy, and a Halloween-themed family swim!
- Cost: $5 per child (ages 1-15)
- Note: Supervision required - not a drop-off event.
- Register online early - space is limited!
- westonct.gov/parksandrec  - Registration Portal

And that’s not all - registration for Winter 1 After-School Programs is right around the corner!
Your child can explore their creative side in Acting & Improv & Art classes, or hit the slopes with our ever-popular Middle School Ski Club 🎿 Prefer weekend fun? Shoot your shot at Saturday basketball!

- Online registration opens: October 20 at 10:01 PM
- In-person registration: October 21 at 9:00 AM
- Register Here | Registration Portal 

WESTON 2025 ROAD PAVING PROGRAM
The 2025 Paving Program is nearing completion. Most roads have been finished paved, received new driveway aprons where required and curbing installed. All work is scheduled to be completed by October 31. 

Finish Paved Roads:

• Cindy Lane
• Mountain View Drive
• Hyde Ridge Road
• Wood Hill Road
• Twin Oaks Lane
• Timber Mill Lane
• Norfield Woods Road
• Salem Road
• Laurel Lake East
• River Road
• Lilac Lane
• Sachem Road
• Silver Ridge Common
• Aspetuck Glenn Road
• Hemlock Ridge Road
• Richmond Hill Road (Topcoat to be paved week of October 20) 

These roads are currently undergoing deep reconstruction (Paving scheduled for the week of October 20):

• Martin Road
• Autumn Ridge Road
• Woods End Lane
• Messex Lane 

Starting on Monday, October 20 there will be preventative maintenance (crack sealing) being performed on the following roadways:

• Steep Hill Road
• Norfield Road
• Old Redding Road
• Godfrey Road East & West

Motorists can anticipate minor delays in the active work zones. This work will last approximately one week and is weather dependent.
Select driveway aprons and curbing will be completed after each road is finished paved.
This schedule may be subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. 

LYONS PLAIN RD REHABILITATION
The Town conducted a semi-final inspection on August 20th of the roadway rehabilitation on Lyons Plain Rd done by Grasso Construction to compile a list of remaining restoration items along the corridor to close out the project.  The Town is currently waiting on dates from Grasso when this work will be done although work is expected to occur within the next few weeks.  Work to be completed includes items such as repair to damaged mailboxes, removal of remaining erosion & sediment controls, repair to damaged sections of asphalt, repair to areas of roadside erosion, replacement of speed limit signs, regrading, placing of topsoil, and seeding of disturbed areas of lawn, and filling and seeding of holes left by removal of existing guiderail posts. Additionally, at the request of project abutters, the Town has received a cost estimate to paint the newly installed metal beam guardrail.  The estimated cost for this work is $80,000 and Town staff intend to include this cost as a line item in the upcoming FY27 Budget.  If approved, the work would be formally procured and performed after the start of FY27 beginning July 1, 2026.  We appreciate the patience of all project abutters while we await the final restoration and if you have any specific concerns you may contact Victoria Houle, at [email protected]. 

VALLEY FORGE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION
The Town is waiting on a cost estimate proposal for the inclusion of stop sign warrant analyses and reconfiguration evaluations of both the intersection at Stagecoach Rd and Old Redding Road.  A revised application to the IWWC will not be submitted until after potential roadway changes are fully evaluated.  While in-person meetings with abutting property owners have currently been put on hold, these meetings will resume upon resubmission to the IWWC and all property owners are reminded that they will be afforded the opportunity to meet and/or ask questions prior to construction activities beginning and granting of any temporary rights for work on private property. We appreciate the patience of all project abutters and if you have any specific concerns you may contact Victoria Houle, at [email protected]. Please click here for a fully detailed description of the project, funding, information sessions and timeline. 

TRANSFER STATION SERVICES: NEW ADDITION
Gas Cylinder Recycling is now available at the Transfer Station. Acceptable residential gas cylinders include propane, butane, isobutane, helium, and propylene.  Small cylinders should be placed in the cylinder collection barrel and large cylinders should be set up alongside the cylinder collection barrel.  Please visit the Transfer Station webpage for more information:  https://www.westonct.gov/government/municipal-departments/transfer-station 

HRRA REGIONAL HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION
11/1/25 at Brookfield High School
The next regional Household Hazardous Waste collection event is scheduled for: Saturday, November 1st, at Brookfield High School, from 9am-2pm
Please help to share the information. This is the final event of the year! The next event is scheduled for April 2026.
Click here for more information 

KIWANIS RESERVOIR RUN AND KIDS FUN RUN AND STROLL
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26^TH
Weston is one of only two Connecticut towns that provide critical EMS Critical Care and Ambulance service at no cost to us. Every minute of every day, our well-trained volunteers are ready to run to you when you need help the most. This year, on Sunday, October 26th, why don't you spend the morning running for them in the Annual Kiwanis Reservoir Run and Kids Fun Run and Stroll? We have three terrific paths for you to follow; the beautiful and scenic 5K, the challenging yet bucolic Reservoir Run half-marathon, and the family and children-of-all-ages Fun Run and stroll at our Weston High School track and field.  What’s more, this year our 5K will be led by our new Superintendent, Erica Forti, so if you’re a PTO member or WHS student, why don’t you run with our new school leader as she’s running to support our EMS?

Click the link below for the 5K and Half-Marathon or the family-friendly Fun Run and Stroll. And don't forget to take advantage of the special TOWN HALL HAPPENINGS promo codes, $5 off with THH5 for the 5K, and $10 off with promo code THH10 for the Half-Marathon at checkout. 

We'll see you on School Road with Superintendent Forti for the start and the finish and on all three paths to your personal bests or family fun!  https://bit.ly/WestonCT_Kiwanis_ReservoirRun_5K_HalfMarathon_KidsFunRun 

FRANKENSTEIN
October 17-19 & October 24-26
Lachat Town Farm proudly presents: Frankenstein; the Modern Prometheus.  Our 5th Annual Immersive Halloween Experience!  Step into Mary Shelley’s groundbreaking tale of creation, ambition and consequence like never before! This year, Lachat Town Farm presents FRANKENSTEIN, The Modern Prometheus, an immersive experience. 

THE STORY:
Journey back to the early 1800s in central Europe as we follow the tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant yet tormented scientist who defies nature by giving life to the inanimate-only to unleash a being both vulnerable and terrifying. As Victor grapples with guilt, fear, and obsession, his Creature demands recognition, love, and in the end, vengeance. Get your tickets soon as these shows are very popular and will sell out. More info and tickets are available at lachattownfarm.org. 

19TH ANNUAL HRRA RECYCLING BILLBOARD CONTEST
Deadline to submit artwork:  November 14
The theme this year is: “Don’t Trash Textiles!”
Students’ artwork should teach residents that textiles don’t belong in the trash. Textiles can be reused, repurposed, repaired or recycled separately at a designated collection site.  Regional winners could win $100 for 1st place, $75 for 2nd place, $50 for 3rd place or $25 for Honorable Mention !FOUR Grand Prize Winners!  One Grand Prize winner in each of the following categories will ALSO receive $250. • Grades K-2 • Grades 3-5 • Grades 6-8 • Grades 9-12  Students can visit https://hrra.org/annual-billboard-contest/ for a complete list of rules, to print a template, find town drop off information as well as get information on why this theme is so important!  Original artwork should be submitted by November 14, 2025 to our town’s designated collection site.  The contest is open to all public, private and homeschooled students in the HRRA region. We are excited to see the inspiring messages our students create this year!  Questions? Email [email protected] or call (203) 775-4539 

FROM WESTON’S REGISTRARS OF VOTERS
The Registrar's Office would like everyone to know about the upcoming Municipal Election and important dates:
What: Municipal Elections
When: Early Voting from 10/20-11-2/2025.  Hours are from 10AM-6PM on all days apart from 10/28 and 10/30 when there are extended hours of 8AM-8PM
     Election Day - 11/4/25.  Hours are 6AM-8PM
Where: Early Voting is in the Meeting Room at Town Hall
Election Day voting is held at the Middle School Gym on School Road
Why:    Because your vote makes a difference in your community 

First, voter registration can be done online until 11:59 PM Friday October 17th.  All mail-in voter registration must be received or postmarked by this date at the Town Clerk's Office.  After this date, Same Day Registration will be available throughout the Early Voting period (10/20-11/2) at Town Hall.  There will be a limited Registration session between 9AM and 5PM on 11/3 at the Town Clerk's Office at Town Hall.  The Election is held on November 4th, and Same Day Registration will be allowed during the hours the polls are open.

Second, the Registrar’s Office will hold a Voter Registration session in their office at Weston Town Hall on Oct 17, 2025 from 9 am to 8 pm. All mail-in voter registration applications must be received or post-marked by this date to be accepted. This is also the deadline to register to vote using the on-line voter registration system.  Voters may register to vote in person with Same Day Registration beginning October 20 at Weston Town Hall.  If you have any questions, please contact the Registrars at [email protected]. We are happy to help! 

FROM THE DPW DIRECTOR: PROJECT COMPLETION UPDATE
I asked the DPW Director to give an update on the completed projects for the past couple of cycles. Here is what he sent. Thank you so much Larry Roberts as well as to the entire municipal team who were instrumental in bringing these projects to completion. 

Land Mobile Radio project:

• This five-year-long project was recently completed. This replaced all public safety radio equipment with new ones as well as a new console and connects us with other town systems 

The replacement of three local bridges with state and federal grants:

• River Road Bridge
• Davis Hill Road Bridge
• Michael's Way Bridge

Paving: ARPA Funded, State Funded, BOND anticipation Notes funded:

• 47 Roads
• 21 Miles
• Including the Lyons Plain rehabilitation project 

STEAP Grant Funded Projects:

• Police Locker Room
• Town Records Room
• DPW Roof and Solar 

Food Scraps Recycling Program (Pilot funded by ARPA)

• Project has diverted tons of food scraps from the solid waste stream
• Provides participating residents with composted soil for gardening use 

Sidewalks Phase 1: (Construction Funded by State Grant)

• One mile of brand-new sidewalks installed 

Ravenwood Water Supply Renovation

• Renovation of the Ravenwood Water Supply pump house, treatment and storage facility 

Dog Park Construction

• Construction of the Weston Dog Park 

EV Charger Installation:

• Installation of four EV charging stations at Town Hall and Public Works Department
• Purchase of the Town's first 100% EV Vehicle 

FLAG DISPOSAL BIN AT THE TRANSFER STATION
At Weston Transfer Station 237 Godfrey Road East
There is now a Flag Disposal Bin at the Weston Transfer Station. The bin was created by Joe Travers, as part of his Eagle Scout Project. The bin is located near the brick administration building (see pictures below). Click here for more information about the mission of his project and answers to frequently asked questions. Congratulations and thank you for this great addition to our Transfer Station! 

TOWN HALL TALKS
As an enhancement of the weekly Town Hall Happenings newsletter, please join First Selectwoman Sam Nestor for "Town Hall Talks," on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Town Hall talks schedule:
2nd Tuesday of the Month - 1pm at the Town Hall
4th Tuesday of the Month - 6pm at the Town Hall
RSVP required:   [email protected] 

EMERGENCY ALERTS
Please make sure that you and your family are registered to receive emergency alerts from the Weston Office of Emergency Management. Registration can be done online by visiting https://www.westonct.gov/our-community/community-alert-system-and-e-notifications. Weston’s Public Safety Team will continue to expertly guide us through storms by sending out texts, emails and automated phone calls via our Everbridge system. Please make sure to mention Everbridge to your new friends, acquaintances and neighbors. Please also see this link, which provides details on how to prepare for weather events: https://www.westonct.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/5929/637650804379770000 

WESTON POLICE DEPARTMENT: STATE TIER III ACCREDITATION AWARD
The Weston Police Department is proud to accept the State of Connecticut Tier III Accreditation Award, bestowed by the Police Officers Standards and Training Council. The State Tier III Accreditation award is representative of our agency’s thorough self- evaluation, which concluded with an independent audit of state assessors and appointed members of the council assigned to the Police Officer Standards and Training Accreditation Subcommittee.  Achieving this status reflects the police department's professional excellence, accountability, and the highest standards of service to the Town of Weston. We are proud of this milestone, and grateful to everyone whose dedication made this possible. The Weston Police Department is fully in compliance with the 2020 Police Accountability Act for accreditation. 

FROM THE WESTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
Please see below an outline of the current Connecticut laws regarding electric bicycles and the upcoming statutory changes effective October 1, 2025.

• Helmet Requirement: All e-bike riders, regardless of age, will be required to wear a helmet.
• Motor-Driven Cycle Classification: Electric bicycles without operable pedals and with a motor exceeding 750 watts will be classified as motor-driven cycles. These will require a valid driver’s license to operate.
• Motorcycle Classification: Electric bikes with motors exceeding 3,500 watts will be classified as motorcycles, requiring registration, insurance, and a motorcycle endorsement on a driver’s license.
• Moped/ Motorcycle Helmet Requirement: The mandatory helmet law for motorcycles and mopeds is expanded to all riders under 21 years of age (previously under 18).
• Class 1 - Pedal-assist only, no throttle, 750 watts or less and allowed on bicycle and multi-use trails
• Class 2 - Stock max speed of 20 MPH, pedal-assisted, throttle enabled, can be ridden without pedaling, 750 watts or less, allowed on bicycle and multi-use trails.
• Class 3 - Stock max speed 28 MPH, Pedal-assist, optional throttle, motor stops at 28 mph. Riders must be at least 16 years of age.
• Prohibited Locations & Required Road Rules
• Sidewalks and Highways: E-bikes are prohibited on sidewalks and limited-access highways.
• Roads and Trails: E-bikes must follow all standard road rules and must stay in the right lane or shoulder when slower than traffic.
• Pedestrian Safety: Riders must yield to pedestrians on sidewalks and shared paths 

WESTON HUMAN SERVICES

• Would you like to be added to the Reassurance Program?
  The Reassurance Program is a list of Weston residents who would like to be called by an employee of the Weston Social Services Dept in times of Town emergencies or inclement weather. We encourage those who live alone, don't drive, or have medical needs to register as this list is also shared with Emergency Responders in times of Town emergencies. Please email Melissa DiVito, LCSW at   [email protected]   for more information.
• Youth and Family Services
  Please register for the Human Services monthly newsletter! Our goal is to provide our families and youth with resources that help promote physical and mental well-being through programming, events, referrals, and advocacy. Link to Register & see this month’s newsletter: Weston Human Services Newsletter - October
• Caregivers Support Group with Melissa DiVito, LCSW
  Monthly meetings are held every third Tuesday, 1:30-2:30pm at the Weston Senior Center. For questions or to be added to the Caregiver Support Group email list, contact Melissa at   [email protected]
• Bereavement Support Group with Rashida Miller, MSW
  Monthly meetings are held every fourth Tuesday, 1:30-2 :30 pm, at the Weston Senior Center. For questions or to be added to the Bereavement Support Group email list, contact Rashida Miller at   [email protected]
• Are You a Veteran? Stay informed with news that matters to you! The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs publishes a regular newsletter to keep Veterans up to date on upcoming events, policy changes, benefits, and other helpful resources that impact the Veteran community. To subscribe and start receiving these updates, click the link:  Subscribe to the CT Veterans Newsletter  Thank you for your service - and for being an important part of Connecticut’s Veteran community.
• Weston Senior Center
  -Click this link to visit the Senior Center website: https://westonseniorcenter.info/
  -Activities newsletter:   Weston Senior Activities Center
  -Call or email the Senior Center to register: 203-222-2608 or   [email protected]
• The Assessment Program at Silver Hill Hospital
  We are pleased to announce our continued partnership with Silver Hill Hospital, the Town of New Canaan, and most recently, the Town of Westport to provide Weston residents of all ages with timely, comprehensive mental health assessments and personalized referrals for ongoing care. These assessments will remain available at no cost to Weston residents. This program was initially funded through ARPA grants and will receive future funding from the opioid settlement fund. For more information or to request an appointment please visit this link: Silver Hill Hospital’s Assessment Program | Silver Hill Hospital

Attention Medicare Beneficiaries!

• The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in partnership with NORC at the University of Chicago, is conducting the Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey (MCBS)-a national study that looks at the health care experiences, needs, and costs of people on Medicare.
• Starting in late July, some Medicare recipients in our community may be randomly selected to take part in this important survey. Interviews may happen by phone or in person.
• This is a legitimate government-backed effort to improve Medicare services. If you’re contacted, your participation is completely voluntary-but greatly appreciated.
• For more information, visit:
• MCBS on CMS.gov
• MCBS Respondent Website
• NORC Respondent Care Center 

NEW! CHILDCARE CENTER OPENS IN WESTON (A Message from Leaps n’ Bounds 2)
Leaps n’ Bounds 2 is Now Open in Weston!
We are so excited to welcome families of Weston to tour our brand-new center! After serving the Wilton community for 25 wonderful years, we’ve found our new home at Emanuel Church on Lyons Plain Road-formerly the site of Emanuel Nursery School. Our dedicated team brings more than 50 years of combined early childhood experience, and we can’t wait to share our caring, loving approach with your family. We offer year-round care for children, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m., in a nurturing environment where little steps become big leaps.

We’d love to meet you and show you around!
203-761-9100
[email protected]
www.leapsnbounds2.com 

BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETINGS
Please feel free to attend BOS meetings where you can watch in person at the Town Hall Meeting Room or you can stream into the meetings, which are always posted on the Town website. Documents, recordings, and minutes are available at:   https://www.westonct.gov/government/boards-commissions/elected/board-of-selectmen 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TOWN BOARDS
The following appointed boards have positions available: Commission on Aging, Board of Assessment Appeals Alternate, Commission for the Arts, Beautification Committee, Building Committee, Board of Ethics, Historic District Commission Alternate, Children & Youth Commission, Marketing & Communications Committee, Sustainable Weston, Veterans Affairs Committee. The Town of Weston Board of Selectmen will conduct interviews of candidates for appointed boards, commissions and committees in private, unless the candidate requests that the interview occur in public. Through the CT Freedom of Information Act, the state legislature expressly allows the Town Board of Selectmen to hold non-public executive sessions to discuss “the appointment, employment, performance, evaluation, health or dismissal of a public officer or employee." C.G.S. § 1-200 (6)(a). Like Weston, several nearby municipalities have also implemented similar policies to protect residents interested in volunteering their service from the abuse of modern technology such as artificial intelligence, social media, and personal identity theft.   Please click here for more information and/or to submit your information for consideration for a position.

--
Sam

PS: Check out my previous THH by visiting the following link!   https://www.westonct.gov/about-us/advanced-components/list-detail-pages/news-list

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