Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Brian Lastra’s organization
Jul 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town Council Regular Meeting
The meeting centered on public comments regarding decorum and public participation rules. Residents raised concerns about the potential infringement of First Amendment rights following remarks about restricting applause, eye-rolling, and facial expressions during sessions. There was a strong call for clearly written, adopted, and posted rules for public conduct. Additionally, the council heard requests for increased accountability, transparency, and the establishment of an independent review process for complaints involving the Police Department and Regional Animal Control.
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The meeting opened with a review of town council powers and a strong emphasis on civility and decorum for public proceedings. A presentation was made regarding the America 250 celebration, including the signing of a commemorative Declaration of Independence. Reports were provided on emergency call volumes, the potential impact of new housing developments on town infrastructure, the status of a federal grant application for new air packs, and an upcoming ribbon cutting for the new Lanesville Fire Station. The public comment portion included a discussion regarding opioid settlement funding.
Jun 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New Milford Town Council Regular Meeting
The meeting opened with a pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence. During the public comment session, residents voiced serious concerns regarding a member of the Board of Finance and his support for a political candidate alleged to promote hateful rhetoric, with multiple speakers calling for his resignation. Other public comments focused on noise and zoning complaints regarding ongoing construction work on Taylor Terrace. The meeting also included a quarterly update from the Community Emergency Response Team regarding their recent training activities.
Jun 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town Council Regular Meeting
The council discussed and approved the New Milford Emergency Dispatchers Unit 911 project. The Mayor highlighted several community events, including sports achievements, youth agency programs, the Gold Award for a Girl Scout, and upcoming local events such as the 250th birthday celebration and various community festivals. The meeting also covered updates on local infrastructure projects, including the Brookside Bridge, Lansesville Fire Department renovation, and sidewalk projects. Additionally, the council approved monetary donations for the Parks and Recreation Department related to road races and movie nights.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
