Tolland
Connecticut
Town of Tolland
The Town of Tolland, first settled before 1715, covers an area of forty-one square miles and is situated twenty miles northeast of Hartford. Tolland, originally a part of the Town of Windsor, was settled by people who felt that Windsor was becoming overcrowded and that their growing families were in need of homesteads.
People had started moving to the east, to lands that had been purchased from the Native Americans. On April 18 1713, a committee was appointed to lay out a settlement, and the General Assembly was petitioned to charter it as a town. When the Charter was obtained in 1715, the town was named after an English town in Somerset, and was incorporated as Connecticut’s 49th town in May 1722. new courthouse replaced the original in 1822 at the center of the town green. It is recognized as one of five examples of early civic architecture in Connecticut.
The Tolland Green Historic District was placed on the National Register in June 1997. Several of the important buildings within the District have been adapted to serve modern needs while retaining the flavor of the older village.
The Hicks Municipal Building was built as the Ratcliffe Hicks Memorial School in 1908. The Hicks - Stearns Homestead is also a museum. The Tolland Board of Education building started life in 1830 as Tolland County Bank. Directly across from the Municipal Building the town’s original 1879 Town Hall has become the Tolland Arts Center. The Courthouse recently became a museum of the Tolland Historical Society and leases the first floor to the French Canadian Genealogy Library.
Until November 1973, the legislative body of the town was the Town Meeting. At that time, the new Town Charter provided for the legislative functions to be shared by the town Meeting and the Board of Selectmen. The Town Council became the primary legislative body under Charter revisions approved at a referendum on November 7, 1984. Under provisions of the Charter and Connecticut General Statutes, the Planning and Zoning Commission and the inland Wetlands Commission also have legislative authority.
Recent News
Town of Tolland - Buying/Selling Houses - Wednesday, March 15
A licensed Realtor, a licensed Mortgage Professional and a licensed Home Inspector will provide information for first time home buyers on navigating the home buying process including: a market outlook, the home buying process step by step,…
Read More »Town of Tolland : 2023 Energy Assistance Update
Update for those residents that have been approved for the 2022/2023 CT Energy Assistance Program: 3/15/23 is the deadline for deliverable fuel authorizations. If you have less than ½ tank of oil and anticipate that you will need a final…
Read More »Town of Tolland's : Town Manager Proposed Budget Book FY 2023-2024
The Town of Tolland is pleased to announce that the Town Manager's proposed budget book for fiscal year 2023-2024 is now available online. You can access the budget book…
Read More »Town of Tolland News : Meditation - Tuesday, March 7
Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Learn how to relax and bring a sense of calm and tranquility to your daily life. Kathy Grinold shares a meditation technique that can be practiced anywhere and by anyone. Join us on the first Tuesday of each month from…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Account Clerk I - Tax Collector Position Vacancy
The Town of Tolland is currently seeking applications from individuals for the 24 hour per week part-time position of Account Clerk I. Starting salary $22.83/hr. with no benefits. The position performs technical collection and clerical…
Read More »Town of Tolland Council Chair Hour Is March 1, 2023 At 6:30 pm
Town Council Chair, Steven Jones, would like to invite residents to join him on March 1, 2023 at 6:30 PM to provide input or ask questions on topics of interest or concern on an informal basis during the “Town Council Chair Hour”. This…
Read More »Town of Tolland News : Summer Camp Counselor Position Vacancy
The Tolland Recreation Department is now accepting applications for the position of Counselor within our Summer Camp Program. The Counselor of the Program provides quality care for children in grades K-8. Applications are available in the Town…
Read More »Town of Tolland Senior Scoop Newsletter - March 2023
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Read More »Town of Tolland News - Summer Camp Counselor Position Vacancy
Summer Camp Counselor Position Vacancy The Tolland Recreation Department is now accepting applications for the position of Counselor within our Summer Camp Program. The Counselor of the Program provides quality care for children in grades K-8.…
Read More »Town of Tolland News - Summer Camp Director Position Vacancy
Summer Camp Director Position Vacancy The Tolland Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for a Camp Director for the Summer Season of 2023 to late August. Starting rate is $20.00 per hour. The position is approximately 40…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Waterfront Lifeguard Position Vacancy
The Tolland Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for a Summer Camp Waterfront Lifeguards for the Summer Season of 2023 to late August. Starting rate is $18.00 per hour. The position is approximately 20 hours Monday through…
Read More »Town of Tolland News : Introduction to Canva - Thursday, March 23
Learn to create professional looking business flyers, event invitations, and logos. This course, held on Thursday, March 23 at 2 pm in the library's program room, will cover Canva, a free website that offers numerous templates and clipart. Patrons…
Read More »Town Of Tolland Job Vacancy : Firefighter/EMT (Public Safety Officer)
The Town seeks applications for the position of certified Firefighter/EMT (Public Safety Officer). Starting salary $26.51/hr. w/benefits. Mon.-Fri. - 40 hrs/week. Position performs firefighting, emergency medical services and equipment operation…
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Financial Fraud Bingo
Join us for a fun, interactive way to remind ourselves about protecting our personal information and our finances . . . by playing BINGO! We will discuss banking scams and fraud, identity theft, and more. Thursday, March 23, 2023 - 1:30 PM -…
Read More »Town of Tolland Manager's Report - February 14, 2023
The Town Manager's Report is prepared for the first Town Council meeting of each month. Please click here to view the February 14, 2023 report.
Read More »Town of Tolland : Children's Librarian includes Young Adult - Position Vacancy
The Town of Tolland is currently seeking applications for the position of Children’s Librarian (includes Young Adult). Starting annual salary $60,024 with excellent benefits. Position plans, organizes, implements and supervises the…
Read More »Town of Tolland : Classroom Assistant within the Tolland Tykes Preschool Program Position Vacancy
The Tolland Recreation Department is now accepting applications for the position of Classroom Assistant within our Tolland Tykes Preschool Program. The Classroom Assistant provides the Head Teacher help with the implementation of the Tolland Tykes…
Read More »Town of Tolland News - Information to Help You Prepare for the Arctic Blast
Information to Help You Prepare for the Arctic Blast In anticipation of an arctic blast predicted for our area on Friday, Tolland Public Safety would like to urge residents to prepare themselves and their pets for the dangerous bitter cold, and…
Read More »Take Your Child To The Library Day - Saturday, February 4
Take Your Child to the Library Day" is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. Join us as we celebrate the 12th anniversary of this wonderful event with a handful of activities…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week
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Read More »Town of Tolland News : Flower Arranging with Diane
Join us at the Senior Center on Monday, February 13, 2023 to make a Valentine Flower Arrangement. Diane Tyler will walk you through the process and help you make a beautiful flower arrangement just in time for Valentine’s Day!! We will be…
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Friendly Reminder From The Tolland Tax Office
The Town of Tolland Tax Office would like to remind Tolland Taxpayers that the second installment of taxes and the total Supplemental Motor Vehicle tax bills are currently due. If you need tax bill information, please contact the office at…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Disposal Of Empty Propane Tanks
As a reminder, empty propane tanks should not be disposed of in the Garbage or Recycling Totes. Residents are advised of the following companies that accept different sizes of empty propane tanks: Small Tank - Suburban Propane, 195 Commerce Way,…
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Senior Scoop Newsletter - February 2023
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Read More »Town of Tolland News : Take Your Child to the Library Day - Saturday, February 4
Take Your Child to the Library Day" is an international initiative that encourages families everywhere to take their children to their local library. Join us as we celebrate the 12th anniversary of this wonderful event with a handful of activities…
Read More »Town of Tolland : Social Security Timing - Wednesday, January 25
Join Michael Alimo of USA Financial & Tax Services as he presents an educational workshop about the influence of timing strategies on tax liability and overall benefit values, as well as spousal benefits, and widowed, divorced and single…
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Heartsaver CPR Class For Tolland Residents
Tolland Fire Department will be conducting a Heartsaver CPR Class on January 26th, 2023 **Pre-Registration is required** Who: Tolland residents What: American Heart Association's Heartsaver CPR class (for a 2 year certification) Where: TFD…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Drumming Circle Begins Tonight
Come join us this evening at the Senior Center from 5:30 to 7:00 for our first Drumming Circle being taught by Michelle Butler! Learn the sounds of the drum and simple rhythms. No Experience Necessary!!! The cost is $10.00 per session (we will…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Flower Arranging With Diane
Join us at the Senior Center on Monday, February 13, 2023 to make a Valentine Flower Arrangement. Diane Tyler will walk you through the process and help you make a beautiful flower arrangement just in time for Valentine’s Day!! We will be…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Atlas One Public Safety Platform
Tolland residents, the virtual public safety Atlas One platform has been launched and is now live in our Town! The emergency notification system is a user friendly platform which will allow Tolland residents to share crime tips in a two-way…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Recreation Coordinator Position Vacancy
The Town of Tolland seeks applications for position of Recreation Coordinator. A 24- hour per week part-time job, starting salary $22.83 to $24.73 per hour (DOQ) with no benefits. Helps develop, coordinate and oversee community recreational,…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Preschool Learning Center
Located at Birch Grove Primary School, 247 Rhodes Rd., Tolland, CT, 860-870-6750 Language based preschool for Tolland residents (4 days a week) No cost Certified teachers Integrated preschool with students with special needs (50% of students with…
Read More »Town of Tolland - Assistant Director of Human Services Position Vacancy
Assistant Director of Human Services Position Vacancy The Town of Tolland is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Director of Human Services. 35 hours a week. Starting salary range is $61,261 to $69,942 (DOQ) with excellent…
Read More »Town Of Tolland : Red, Warmth And Blue
Please come out and join your neighbors while supporting our own Tolland Food Pantry. See Flyer for details. Suggested donations for the Tolland Food Pantry: Any non-perishable food item (canned food, tuna, PB, Jelly, etc) Toiletry Items…
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