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Farmington TPZ Approves 62-Unit Scott Swamp Redevelopment

A marathon Plan and Zoning meeting approved a 62-unit Scott Swamp housing project, multiple residential permits, and set the stage for February hearings.

Jack Beckett·Jan 28, 2026

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Planning & zoning. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: What gets built, where, and after how many hearings.

Farmington Bike Committee Debates Trail Safety, Grants

Farmington’s Bike Advisory Committee weighed trail safety, school access, signage costs, wetlands constraints, speed etiquette, and grant timelines—one careful step at a time.

Jack Beckett·Jan 27, 2026

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Wetlands & conservation. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: Where the water goes, and who gets to argue about it.

Farmington Council Starts 2026 With Wells Drive, Major Votes

Farmington’s council opened 2026 with rules, a Wells Drive road dispute, a fund-balance target shift, and major votes on tech, lighting, and a police generator.

Jack Beckett·Jan 16, 2026

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words A new year, a long agenda. in large white type on a dark navy background, above: A Wells Drive road dispute, a fund-balance change and major contract votes.

Farmington Green Efforts Committee Sets April 25 Clean-Up

Farmington’s Green Efforts Committee set April 25, 2026 for Town-Wide Clean-Up, reported 5,500 pounds of textiles recycled, and discussed expanding school composting.

Jack Beckett·Jan 10, 2026

Farmington Council Opens 2026 With Wells Drive Road Dispute

Farmington Town Council's January 2026 meeting sets tone for new year with infrastructure and policy decisions.

Jack Beckett·Jan 10, 2026

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Town government. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: The meetings, so you don't have to sit through them.

Farmington TPZ Clears December Agenda, Approves Spy Farm

Town Plan & Zoning Commission approvals for innovative agricultural and housing projects.

Jack Beckett·Dec 20, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words What gets built. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: Proposed, approved, contested, built. Sometimes.

Farmington HDC Approves Colton Street Door, Elects Officers

The Commission’s work Tuesday night was procedural, precise, and refreshingly drama-free. In Farmington, that counts as a feature, not a bug.

Jack Beckett·Dec 19, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words One door, one approval. in large white type on a dark navy background, above: 44 Colton Street, approved. Officers elected. No drama.

Farmington Trails Committee Weighs a 15 MPH E-Bike Limit

Farmington’s bike committee reviewed trail fixes, school walking audits, business outreach, and a possible 15 mph e-bike speed limit, then set a date for a March 2026 public forum. 🚲

Jack Beckett·Dec 15, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Getting around. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: Roads, sidewalks, trails and the detours in between.

Farmington Council Honors First Female Eagle Scout

Farmington’s Town Council honored its first female Eagle Scout, awarded a Human Rights prize, advanced school repairs, expanded golf carts at Westwoods, and set dates for Hanukkah, graduation, and a…

Jack Beckett·Dec 11, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Farmington schools. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: Schools, students and the budgets behind them.

Farmington TPZ Approves Spy Farm, Contractor Building

Farmington’s TPZ Commission advanced education, housing, and contractor-use proposals on Dec. 8, approving Spy Farm, Barnes Landscaping’s contractor building, and limited Saturday work at 402…

Jack Beckett·Dec 10, 2025

Unionville HDC Advances Oral Histories, Elects Officers

The Unionville Historic District and Properties Commission approved three months of minutes, elected officers, and advanced its oral histories project during a brief December 4 meeting.

Jack Beckett·Dec 8, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Oral histories, moving ahead. in large white type on a dark navy background, above: Three months of minutes approved, officers elected, in a brief meeting.

Farmington Green Efforts Panel Advances School Composting

Farmington’s Green Efforts Committee tackles school composting funding, Earth Day cleanup plans, textile recycling totals, and how to turn nip-bottle money and garden-club grants into real climate…

Jack Beckett·Dec 3, 2025

Farmington 1928 Building Committee Nears Final Phase

1928 Building Committee Moves Project Toward Final Phase Ahead of Early-January Completion FARMINGTON — The 1928 Building Committee met on November 25, 2025, moving through a long docket of…

Jack Beckett·Dec 1, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Historic district. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: The buildings we keep, and the paint we argue over.

Farmington HDC Rejects Steel Garage Doors on Mountain Road

The Farmington HDC navigates the nuances of vinyl cladding, steel doors, and hewn crosses. From 14 Mountain Road to the crumbling silo at the Tint Barn, preservation remains a detailed art.

Jack Beckett·Nov 25, 2025

Farmington Council Honors Eagle Scouts, Thanks Veterans

Farmington’s Nov. 10, 2025 council meeting honored two Eagle Scouts, marked Veterans Day, heard sharp school funding concerns, and reviewed bonds, building projects, and upcoming zoning and parking…

Jack Beckett·Nov 16, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Eagle Scouts, then the budget. in large white type on a dark navy background, above: Two Eagle Scouts honored. Veterans Day marked. Sharp school funding questions.

Farmington Wetlands Commission Reviews Big Y, Wood Pond Dock

Farmington’s wetlands commission spent November 5th juggling a mid-century addition, a Wood Pond dock, Horton Electric’s paved yard, a larger tow lot on an aquifer, and a future Big Y at Westfarms.

Jack Beckett·Nov 13, 2025

Unionville HDC Advances Oral History; Stone Church Honored

Unionville’s HDC met unofficially on November 6 to advance an oral-history effort and to celebrate the unveiling of a state plaque for the 1926 Stone Church, with a national register nomination now…

Jack Beckett·Nov 9, 2025

Farmington Elects First Democratic Council Chair in 70 Years

Brian FX Connolly defeats Joe Capodiferro in a rare shift for Farmington, marking the town’s first Democratic leadership since the 1950s.

Jack Beckett·Nov 5, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Ballots & elections. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: Candidates, referenda and the count.

Full Ballot Released for Farmington’s November 4 Election

Farmington’s Nov. 4 municipal ballot lists 40 candidates across town offices—from Probate Judge to Constable—with voting 6 a.m.–8 p.m. and early voting through Nov. 2.

Jack Beckett·Nov 3, 2025

Full Ballot Released for Farmington's November Election

Complete ballot information for Farmington's November 2025 election.

Jack Beckett·Nov 2, 2025

Farmington HDC Approves Church Sign, Debates Memorial Cross

Historic District Commission Juggles Church Signs, Windows, and a Wandering Cross A wooden memorial cross needs a home. A church signpost leans to one side. And 41 windows wait for replacement.

Jack Beckett·Oct 24, 2025

Farmington’s 2025 Ballot: Every Office, Candidate, Deadline

Farmington’s Nov. 4 ballot, race by race: every office, candidate, and voting detail—plus how district seats work and where to vote early—sourced to official state and party materials.

Jack Beckett·Oct 23, 2025

Wells Acres Residents Demand Farmington Road Reconstruction

Civil engineer Joanne White presented 7 years of evidence demanding Wells Acres road reconstruction. Farmington Council then approved major contracts totaling over $773,000. Two-week deadline issued.

Jack Beckett·Oct 19, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Public works. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: Roads, sewers, trash. The things you notice when they break.

Tim Kelly's Five-Minute Mic: Why Public Comment Matters

Tim Kelly And The Five-Minute Mic: Debt, Data, And Why Public Comment Still Matters In Farmington If you sit through Farmington Town Council meetings, you know the pattern: the chair opens public…

Jack Beckett·Oct 18, 2025

Farmington Mercury graphic. The words Budget & referendum. in large white type on a dark navy background, above the line: What the town spends, and what it asks you for.

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