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Farmington's resident survey opens in early October and asks what people are willing to pay for. The first tax bills built on the town's new property assessments arrive nine months later.
Jack Beckett·Sep 3, 2026
Paper signs are still taped to the walls of Farmington's new town hall. The town manager said in May that signage would be first in line for the capital money that opened July 1.
Jack Beckett·Sep 1, 2026
The Farmington Town Council unanimously hired CivicPlus to rebuild the town's website for $61,690.98, about $13,300 under budget.
Jack Beckett·Jul 31, 2026
Farmington's newly seated Fire Station Building Committee held its first meeting Friday, taking control of a Town Council-scoped plan to build two new fire stations and renovate the historic Village…
Jack Beckett·Jul 20, 2026
Farmington's Town Council reviewed Town Manager Kathleen Blonski behind closed doors on June 23, then returned to open session and unanimously extended her contract through June 30, 2030, raised her…
Jack Beckett·Jun 27, 2026
Two weeks after the May 14 ribbon cutting, the Ad Hoc 1928 Building Committee approved $17,700 for a standalone air-conditioning unit serving the new Town Hall's server room — and pushed exterior…
Jack Beckett·May 30, 2026
At the May 26 Farmington Town Council meeting, Westview resident Tim Kelly asked the council for an inventory of the town's current volunteer-firefighter ranks by decade — twenties, thirties…
Jack Beckett·May 29, 2026
Town Manager Kathleen Blonski told the Farmington Town Council on May 12 that the Meadow Road sidewalk project will return as an agenda item at the council's May 26 meeting, with a potential vote at…
Jack Beckett·May 18, 2026
The Town Council voted unanimously to set the property tax rate at 27.36 mills for fiscal year 2026–27 and to divide an unexpected $1.7 million state aid grant — half for current taxpayers, half in…
Jack Beckett·May 15, 2026
The Farmington Town Council voted unanimously on May 12 to advance a $30-to-$35-million plan to replace two of the town's three volunteer fire stations and renovate the third, seating a new building…
Jack Beckett·May 14, 2026
Farmington's annual budget referendum closed at 8 p.m. Thursday with 950 of the town's 18,707 registered voters casting ballots — a turnout of 5.08 percent.
Jack Beckett·Apr 30, 2026
Farmington's annual budget referendum is Thursday, April 30. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. across four locations.
Jack Beckett·Apr 27, 2026
Farmington's $143 million operating budget and $18.3 million in bond questions go to voters Thursday, April 30. Polls are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Jack Beckett·Apr 22, 2026
Before April 30, voters decide whether to condition the air in four elementary schools. The bond is the simple number. The math around it is not.
Jack Beckett·Apr 22, 2026
Town Meeting voters referred a 4.74% spending plan and two bond questions to the ballot. The average homeowner would pay $281.20 more in taxes.
Jack Beckett·Apr 21, 2026
Farmington's Annual Town Meeting is Monday, April 20, at 7 PM at Farmington High School. Here's the full budget timeline through the April 30 referendum — and what happens if it doesn't pass.
Jack Beckett·Apr 15, 2026
Farmington's Town Council approved a $143.2M budget for FY 2026-27, setting a 27.55 mill rate and locking in $564K in regional dispatch savings.
Jack Beckett·Apr 9, 2026
The Farmington HS Building Committee Financial Subcommittee reviewed 282 change orders totaling $4.6 million on March 13, 2026.
Jack Beckett·Mar 23, 2026
The Farmington WPCA approved the 2026-27 sewer budget at its March 11 public hearing — the close of a process the Mercury reported on in February.
Jack Beckett·Mar 22, 2026
At a lengthy Feb. 24 hearing, Farmington officials and residents focused on a proposed Town Hall Annex overhaul, a $14.3 million elementary school HVAC bond, road spending, and unresolved questions…
Jack Beckett·Mar 7, 2026
Farmington’s Board of Education reviewed AP performance, SAT data, dual-enrollment growth, SchoolLinks planning tools, strategic goals, policy updates, and budget progress during its Nov. 17 meeting.
Jack Beckett·Nov 19, 2025
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
Federal shutdown enters day 24. Connecticut faces $14.3B in federal funding risk. State prepares emergency backfill as SNAP deadline looms. November 1 brings a crisis point. Surplus may not survive.
Jack Beckett·Oct 26, 2025
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 weighs an America 250 celebration with Avon: fireworks, music, food trucks, and history tents—plus a budget split and a field big enough to keep the fields, well, playable.
Jack Beckett·Sep 24, 2025
Cupola complete, windows at 80%, new ductwork approved, and contingency steady. Sept. 9 meeting canceled; Sept. 23 at 4:30 p.m. set—then a hard-hat tour. Elevator slips; budget doesn’t. Suggested
Jack Beckett·Aug 31, 2025
Blumenthal, Murphy & Hayes scorch GOP budget cuts, Pentagon’s Ukraine pause, and a birth‑right ruling—warning of national fallout that Farmington will feel soon enough.
Jack Beckett·Jul 6, 2025
CT’s Senate duo and Rep. Larson torch the GOP budget and warn Farmington about looming health-care and Social Security hits in a week of blistering Capitol Hill sound-bites.
Jack Beckett·Jul 2, 2025
With 24 invoices paid and two design add-ons approved, Farmington’s school builders kept their $135 million program on schedule—and ordered four ADA parking spaces—before adjourning in 45 minutes.
Jack Beckett·May 24, 2025
Farmington Town Council proclaims holidays, honors Eagle Scout, and advances $162K Tinty Barn restoration amid public grumbling over low budget referendum turnout.
Jack Beckett·May 15, 2025
📋 Farmington’s April 7 meeting covered budgets, HVAC overhauls, sidewalk stats, police generators, and a town-wide spring trash blitz. Nothing says civic duty like manhole talk.
Jack Beckett·Apr 11, 2025
Farmington’s $136.7M budget keeps tax increases lower than expected while funding police, social services, and town hall needs—managing record debt without deep cuts. 🚔📚🏛️
Jack Beckett·Mar 18, 2025
Farmington’s Council debates costly upgrades: HVAC overhauls, aging playgrounds, and why the town’s debt is raising eyebrows.
Jack Beckett·Mar 10, 2025
Farmington’s debt payments top neighboring towns combined. 😱 HVACs, roofs, and worn-out mowers—Council says, “Charge it!” again. Russ Arnold approves.
Jack Beckett·Mar 9, 2025
Farmington’s latest town council meeting covered big budget boosts, policing updates, and the battle over paid sick leave. What’s in store for the town? 📈🚓🌱
Jack Beckett·Feb 24, 2025
Farmington’s school board locks in a budget hike, launches a superintendent search, and honors retiring teachers. See the full breakdown with key quotes.
Jack Beckett·Feb 5, 2025
Farmington Town Council covers soccer champs, budget planning, registrar compensation, Batterson Park updates, and sidewalk expansion. Details on all you need to know! 🌟
Jack Beckett·Jan 15, 2025
Discover key insights from Farmington’s October 2024 Financial Report, including teacher salaries, special education investments, and transportation savings.
Jack Beckett·Dec 17, 2024
Missed the Farmington High School Building Committee meeting? Get all the key updates, from budget notes to gym floor progress—without the drama. Click for full details. 🛠️🏻⛳
Jack Beckett·Nov 23, 2024
Tasty, budget-friendly dinners for the whole family! 🍽️ Thanks to Farmington Storage for giving my pantry overflow a home 🏠 #FeedingFarmington
Jack Beckett·Oct 21, 2024
🍽️ Harry’s Guide to Gourmet on a Budget: Gluten-Free, Local, and Hilarious 🥦🐟 Who says a 40+ single guy can’t be a budget-friendly home chef?
Jack Beckett·Oct 6, 2024
Looking for a week of budget-friendly dinners? We’ve got recipes from Highland Park Market’s September 29th flyer to help you fake culinary excellence. Special thanks to Farmington Storage!
Jack Beckett·Oct 1, 2024
293 Old Mountain Rd is your dream home – if your dream includes historic charm and modern tax rates. Sponsored by Farmington Storage—store your stuff before deciding if you’re ready for this!
Jack Beckett·Sep 26, 2024
Join Farmington High’s Building Committee for a riveting meeting of invoices, updates, and surprises! 📜🏫🔧 Tune in on July 17 for the drama and decisions.
Jack Beckett·Jul 17, 2024
Farmington’s school committee tackles invoices, budgets, and a few laughs. Catch up on the latest meeting highlights with a dash of humor! 😂📊 #FarmingtonHigh #SchoolFinance
Jack Beckett·Jul 15, 2024
Farmington’s latest committee meeting covers bid approvals, fundraising bricks, and staying on budget. Join the fun and find out more! 🧱💰🛠️
Jack Beckett·Jun 12, 2024
Quinnipiac University’s $30,000 donation reinstates sports at Hamden Middle School, alleviating budget shortfall concerns for the 2024-2025 school year.
Jack Beckett·Jun 9, 2024
Avon voters reject the $116.087 million town budget proposal for the second time, highlighting continued financial tensions.
Jack Beckett·Jun 9, 2024
