Sept. 27 Update From Easton First Selectman Bindelglass

**News Release Submitted by Easton First Selectman Bindelglass**

Sept. 27, 2024

Good afternoon,

There were some positive developments regarding the EMS project this week. The town closed on purchasing the adjacent property to the current EMS, at 444 Sport Hill Road so that we can modify the septic system and allow for side entrance and egress to the building. Also, the building committee gave final approval to the design. We will be going out to bid shortly for a construction company to actually do the renovation.

Please try to attend the town meeting on Monday, September 30, at Samuel Staples Elementary School at 6:00 pm (please note the time). We will be discussing purchasing radios and the infrastructure to improve our emergency services communication. This will improve coverage, particularly for our fire and police departments. It will also improve the hardware for our fire department to fulfill a need highlighted in the recent emergency services consultant report, which has been truly decades in the making. Ground rules for the town meeting are that speakers should limit their comments to three minutes and confine them to the topic of the purchase of and funding for the communications package.

Governor Lamont announced this week that President Biden approved a major disaster declaration for Connecticut, for the August 18-19 flooding damage. Information for processing claims can be found on the town website at https://www.eastonct.gov/home/news/president-biden-approves-major-disast... . Disaster loans for small businesses affected by the same storms were also announced. Please contact Town Hall for more info.

As you may have read in the Easton Courier, Helen Keller Middle School is celebrating its 60th anniversary. To help celebrate, the Easton PTO is hosting its largest fundraiser of the year and hopes many current and former Keller families will consider a donation. The school is planning several special initiatives this year, including a re-dedication ceremony. The link to donate is https://eastonpto.membershiptoolkit.com/fundraiser/2558.

I want to remind you about Easton’s Here to Help which is a community organization committed to helping youth and families. Their services can be accessed through their website at: www.eastonsheretohelp.org. Please check it out.

The Friends of the Library Book Sale is here! Exclusive children's shopping hours are this afternoon Friday, September 27 from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. All patrons are welcome on Saturday, September 28 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Sunday, September 29 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Thanks for supporting our wonderful library!

Easton Gun Safe Giveaway! Saturday, October 5 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Lobby of the Easton Police Department. You will need to show your gun permit and proof of Easton residency.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection will be held on Saturday, October 5 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at 307 Indian Ledge Park Drive next to the BMX Facility. This collections will serve Trumbull, Monroe & Easton Residents. (Must show drivers license) Click here for more information: https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/446/Household-Hazardous-Waste-Collection

New & Expecting Parents’ Workshop: Monday, October 7 at 10:00 am at the Easton Public Library. Please join us for a morning with Easton’s own Amy Fracassini of A Child’s Sleep. Ms. Fracassini is a certified sleep consultant, lactation educator, newborn care specialist, and postpartum doula. She will share her expertise and answer your questions. *Space is limited and registration is required. Please feel free to bring your other children.

Christ Church Easton will be having a Blessing of the Animals service on Monday, October 7 at 9:30 am. For more info: www.christchurcheaston.com.

Mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual Free Spirit Festival and Lady in White 5K on Saturday, October 26th. Events include 5K starting at Christ Church, Kids "FUN RUN" & awards ceremony, Air Brush Tattoo's, TEAC Fall Pop Up Market at the Park & Recreation office, and Story Time at the Easton Library. More information to come. https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Easton/EastonWhiteLady5K

We are looking for some more folks to work on our committee fundraising for our sister city Sviatohirsk, Ukraine. Please contact me at Town Hall if you are interested.

Reminder: Fire Taxes for those required to pay them are due October 1, with no penalty for payments made before October 31.

Have a nice weekend,

Dave