Selectmen Get Official Update on Road Work Costs
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November 7, 2024 - Stafford, CT Last month, Selectman Kurt Vail asked Director of Public Works (DPW) Devin Cowperthwaite to put together...
Oct 33 min read
Daycare Tax Abatements Denied, Developer Still on the Table
The board took action on a tax abatement for daycares but is still discussing possibilities for developers.
Sep 183 min read
Does Stafford Need a Capital Improvement Fund?
Learn about what a Capital Improvement Fund is and why it could be useful.
Jul 82 min read
Changes to Burn Permits and Fireworks Ordinances
Fire Marshal proposes changes to fees. Learn more.
Jun 262 min read
Schools Expect to End the Year with a Small Surplus
Stafford, CT – June 24, 2024 During budget season, we often hear that budgeting relies on many best estimates. How much heating oil will...
May 311 min read
Town Transfers $45k to Defray Costs of Trash Pickup
The cost of trash removal is increasing, but savings is making up the difference.
Apr 252 min read
Stafford Passes Budget By Just 50 Votes
The First Selectman says they can now prioritize paving projects to start in the new fiscal year.
Apr 232 min read
A Budget Summary Before Voting Day
Get a quick rundown of how this year's budget proposal has evolved over the past few months.
Apr 161 min read
Watch the Budget Q&A Recording
Watch the recording of our conversation about the budget with the town's stakeholders.
Apr 81 min read
Selectmen Cut $300k from Budget
Find out where $300,000 worth of cuts will come from.
Mar 282 min read
ARPA Committee Allocates Another $170,000 to Paving
ARPA finds $170k to help cover gap in paving budget goals.
Mar 113 min read
How Does Stafford's Mill Rate Compare?
How does Stafford's mill rate compare to other towns? Get this answer and more.
Mar 73 min read
Stafford Selectmen’s Budget Moves Ahead
The BOS voted 2-1 to move the budget to the BOF for review.
Mar 16 min read
Will Paving Budget Make It to the Ballot?
How much money for road work will make it to the budget?
Feb 163 min read
Budget Proposal Suggests Reorganization of Building Department
In a perfect world, a proposed consolidation could bring efficiency and revenue.
Feb 153 min read
Murals, Fundraising, and More at BOS Meeting
From murals to paving, the BOS covered a lot of ground.
Feb 122 min read
Police Protection Budget Up for Discussion
How many police does Stafford need? That is the question.
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