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Noble Energy withdrew both its wetlands and zoning applications for the proposed diesel truck stop on 86 acres above Batterson Park Pond, ending a fight that drew an intervener, dueling hydrology…
Jack Beckett·Jun 19, 2026
Noble Energy wants to build a diesel travel center and warehouse on 86 acres that drain toward Batterson Park Pond — the public pond the state is spending roughly $10 million to restore.
Jack Beckett·Jun 6, 2026
Noble Energy's owner insists his proposed Fienemann Road project is "a mini travel plaza," not a truck stop — a distinction he argues turns on scale and a business model aimed at the local trucks the…
Jack Beckett·May 23, 2026
The Farmington Inland Wetlands Commission worked through a backyard patio, a post-fire wetland restoration, an 18-unit active-adult subdivision, and the third hearing on Noble Energy's diesel travel…
Jack Beckett·May 23, 2026
Most of the testimony at the May 20 Farmington wetlands hearing was about Noble Energy's proposed diesel travel center — but the stakes kept circling back to Batterson Park Pond, which is set to…
Henry Whitfield·May 22, 2026
Noble Energy returned to the Farmington Inland Wetlands Commission on May 20 with a redesigned stormwater plan built around Contech "jellyfish" biofiltration filters — a system the project's own…
Jack Beckett·May 22, 2026
The Farmington Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission unanimously accepted Stephanie Roman's intervener petition Wednesday in the continuing public hearing on Noble Energy Real Estate Holdings'…
Jack Beckett·May 8, 2026
The Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission signed off on removing twelve inches of fill and a three-year monitoring schedule at 24 Summersby Way.
Jack Beckett·Apr 22, 2026
Noble Energy returned to Farmington Inland Wetlands with a smaller plan for 8261 Fienemann Road: no restaurant, a shrunken warehouse and travel center, and wetlands impact cut from 3,700 square feet…
Jack Beckett·Apr 20, 2026
Farmington's Inland Wetlands Commission will return to in-person meetings starting April 15, ending its fully remote format.
Henry Whitfield·Apr 2, 2026
Farmington's Inland Wetlands Commission unanimously approved a 70-by-15-foot batting cage at 20 Wolf Pit Road for Little League and high school use.
Henry Whitfield·Apr 2, 2026
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’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
Farmington’s week ahead: wetlands meet on Oct 1, absentee ballots start Oct 3, party meetings and voter-outreach run all weekend—plus statewide debates and civic events to watch from home.
Jack Beckett·Sep 28, 2025
July 16, Inland Wetlands Commission okays cemetery road shift, private garage, and Scout benches while Hill‑Stead’s historic walkway awaits a September site walk.
Jack Beckett·Jul 19, 2025
Farmington’s Inland‑Wetlands Commission packed four approvals—parking overhaul, Scout bridge expansion, cemetery repaving, and a new garage—into one July 2 meeting, all while plotting two summer site…
Jack Beckett·Jul 8, 2025
Farmington’s Wetlands Commission green-lights ADA river platform, three home projects, and nets a 206-cubic-yard flood-plain cut—while keeping the riverbank (and the jokes) rock-solid.
Jack Beckett·May 22, 2025
Garage Dreams Deferred—For Now A Backyard Pool Runs Into Regulatory Mud Trail Approved, Pool Denied, Garage Tabled: A Full Docket for Farmington’s Wetlands Commission🕰️ By Jack Beckett | May 8, 2025…
Jack Beckett·May 8, 2025
Modeling Floods, Wrangling Debris, and the Great Boulder Strip Compromise “I Gave Up Fishing in Boy Scouts Because I Always Ended Up in the River” FARMINGTON, CT — APR 25, 2025 | By Jack Beckett The…
Jack Beckett·Apr 25, 2025
Officials Approve Projects to Keep the Town Stable (Literally) Gabion Baskets, Concrete, and Lumber—It’s Like HGTV, But With Government Permits FARMINGTON, Conn.
Jack Beckett·Mar 6, 2025
Wetlands meeting in Farmington sees debate over a Wendy’s sewer project, tree removals, and conservation easement changes. What happens next? 🫀🌿
Jack Beckett·Feb 12, 2025
🚧 Farmington reviews key wetland projects balancing infrastructure & conservation. A deep dive into Batterson Park upgrades & a sewer rescue mission. 🌊
Jack Beckett·Jan 25, 2025
Your guide to Farmington’s January 2025 town meetings 🗓️. All events at Town Hall—don’t miss out on key local discussions! 🏡”
Jack Beckett·Jan 1, 2025
🌱 Farmington’s Inland Wetlands & Conservation Commission reviews golf club irrigation updates, drainage fixes & restoration projects. Stay informed with The Farmington Mercury.
Jack Beckett·Dec 6, 2024
A golf course’s sprinkler upgrade hits Farmington Wetlands Commission like a hurricane! A small trench = “catastrophic threat” to wetlands.
Jack Beckett·Nov 13, 2024
Farmington’s Wetlands Commission reviews park plans, site development, and enforcement actions in a packed October meeting. Big thanks to Farmington Storage for the support! 🌳
Jack Beckett·Oct 22, 2024
October 16’s meeting on Batterson Park’s renovations got a little muddy as officials hashed out wetland concerns. Thank you, Farmington Storage!
Jack Beckett·Oct 17, 2024
🌿 Wetlands chaos unfolds at 17 Vine Hill Rd as George Santos tackles 78 shrubs 🌱 Meanwhile, 1509 Farmington Ave drowns in Phragmites! More at The Farmington Mercury. 155 Scott Swamp Rd.
Jack Beckett·Sep 19, 2024
Farmington’s Wetlands Commission approves a pavilion, a deck, and narrowly avoids environmental catastrophe. But hey, at least your pond’s safe… for now. 🌳😬 #WetlandsCrisis
Jack Beckett·Sep 11, 2024
Get ready, Farmington! This week’s meetings at 1 Monteith Dr. & 155 Scott Swamp Rd. promise all the excitement of paint drying. Don’t miss out! 📜💤 #FarmingtonGovernment
Jack Beckett·Sep 2, 2024
🤣 Ready to be a hero? Farmington wants YOU for volunteer gigs. Critique buildings, save wetlands, honor veterans, and more! Call now and make a difference. 🌟📞
Jack Beckett·Jul 31, 2024
Farmington’s gripping Wetlands Commission meeting tackles the edge-of-your-seat excitement of shed permits and pavilion plans. Don’t miss this thrilling episode of local governance! 📜🏛️
Jack Beckett·Jul 26, 2024
Join Farmington’s epic town meeting online! 🌳🏡 Will Poulin get his shed? Will Trails Inc. build their pavilion? Discover the drama and decisions from home. Don’t miss out! 🚨📲 #FarmingtonCT
Jack Beckett·Jul 24, 2024
A lively Farmington meeting delves into shed placements, cease & desist orders, and pickleball pavilion plans. Discover the unexpected twists and decisions! 🏡🌳🏓 #FarmingtonDrama
Jack Beckett·Jul 12, 2024
