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Proposed Code Projected Passed at Town Meeting.
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News from Colebrook Town Hall
Greetings from Colebrook Town Hall.
Earlier this week, town residents voted 82-14 in favor of our proposed Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget.
Approved was a total budget of $7,523,524 (comprised of the Board of Selectmen, Colebrook Consolidated School and Northwestern Regional 7 budget requests), and the proposed Capital Improvement Program budget of $350,000.
Separately, the budget for Northwestern Regional 7 passed in Colebrook by a margin of 81-15-and was passed in all four Region 7 towns.
Thank you to our Registrars of Voters, Sherri Gray and Karen Odell, Town Clerk, Debi McKeon, our poll workers-and everyone who voted.
The night before the referendum, approximately 30 residents attended our Annual Budget Meeting at Town Hall. Those in attendance voted unanimously to accept the Town of Colebrook Code, as presented, the codified set of local ordinances and regulations that govern municipal operations, including zoning, traffic, safety, and public property.
An ordinance to authorize the town to join the Northwest Regional Recovery Authority was also accepted unanimously at the budget meeting. This will enable us to collaborate with other municipalities in the northwest corner to explore options for managing solid waste. Road oiling on Sandy Brook Road between the new bridge and Route 8 has been postponed. Oiling will begin on Monday, May 11th. Expect minor delays. Sweeping will take place later during May, and loose stone will be recycled and re-used in July. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is taking place on Saturday, June 20th, at the Falls Village Public Works Garage (100 Railroad St, Falls Village). This semi-annual event, organized and run by the Northwest Hills Council of Governments, is moving to online registration this year.
Attached, please find a QR code, with which you can use to register via Eventbrite on your mobile phone. You will not need a ticket or QR code at the event. Staff on site will be able to check registrants in from a list including your first and last name. Also attached is a flyer discussing items eligible for disposal at Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Karen Odell at 860.379.3359, ext. 201, or kodell@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:kodell@colebrooktownhall.org> will be able to register those unable to do so via the QR code. The deadline to contact Karen is end-of-day on Wednesday, June 17th.
The Colebrook Historical Society plans to recognize military veterans from our town as part of this year’s annual exhibit celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary. Bob Grigg, our late town historian, compiled a list of residents who served our country and were discharged from service. His list concluded in 2005. The Historical Society seeks to identify residents who were discharged from service between 2006 and 2026-and residents who were discharged prior to 2006 and subsequently moved to Colebrook. Please email your name, dates of service and branch to me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org>.
On Saturday, May 9th, the Colebrook Yard Goats host the New Hartford Rays at 8:30 a.m. at Colebrook Field. The Yard Goats host the New Hartford Nationals at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12th. Come out and support our teams-and check out the menu at our Snack Shack!
Upcoming events
The Community & Senior Center is sponsoring a Fabric & Craft Supplies Sale from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9th, at the Center.
On Sunday, May 17th, the Colebrook Recreation Board is sponsoring their annual Kids Fishing Derby. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Lines in the water at 9 a.m. Fishing from 9-11 a.m. This is a free event. Food will be available. Live bait only. Prizes will be awarded. Please see the QR code on the attached flyer to register.
Upcoming meetings
Planning & Zoning – Monday, May 11th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room) Board of Selectmen – Tuesday, May 12th, at 7 p.m.at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org>, or call me at 860.379.3359, extension 202.
Cordially,
Brad Brad Bremer Colebrook First Selectman 860.379.3359 ext. 202 bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org
Earlier this week, town residents voted 82-14 in favor of our proposed Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget.
Approved was a total budget of $7,523,524 (comprised of the Board of Selectmen, Colebrook Consolidated School and Northwestern Regional 7 budget requests), and the proposed Capital Improvement Program budget of $350,000.
Separately, the budget for Northwestern Regional 7 passed in Colebrook by a margin of 81-15-and was passed in all four Region 7 towns.
Thank you to our Registrars of Voters, Sherri Gray and Karen Odell, Town Clerk, Debi McKeon, our poll workers-and everyone who voted.
The night before the referendum, approximately 30 residents attended our Annual Budget Meeting at Town Hall. Those in attendance voted unanimously to accept the Town of Colebrook Code, as presented, the codified set of local ordinances and regulations that govern municipal operations, including zoning, traffic, safety, and public property.
An ordinance to authorize the town to join the Northwest Regional Recovery Authority was also accepted unanimously at the budget meeting. This will enable us to collaborate with other municipalities in the northwest corner to explore options for managing solid waste. Road oiling on Sandy Brook Road between the new bridge and Route 8 has been postponed. Oiling will begin on Monday, May 11th. Expect minor delays. Sweeping will take place later during May, and loose stone will be recycled and re-used in July. Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is taking place on Saturday, June 20th, at the Falls Village Public Works Garage (100 Railroad St, Falls Village). This semi-annual event, organized and run by the Northwest Hills Council of Governments, is moving to online registration this year.
Attached, please find a QR code, with which you can use to register via Eventbrite on your mobile phone. You will not need a ticket or QR code at the event. Staff on site will be able to check registrants in from a list including your first and last name. Also attached is a flyer discussing items eligible for disposal at Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Karen Odell at 860.379.3359, ext. 201, or kodell@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:kodell@colebrooktownhall.org> will be able to register those unable to do so via the QR code. The deadline to contact Karen is end-of-day on Wednesday, June 17th.
The Colebrook Historical Society plans to recognize military veterans from our town as part of this year’s annual exhibit celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary. Bob Grigg, our late town historian, compiled a list of residents who served our country and were discharged from service. His list concluded in 2005. The Historical Society seeks to identify residents who were discharged from service between 2006 and 2026-and residents who were discharged prior to 2006 and subsequently moved to Colebrook. Please email your name, dates of service and branch to me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org>.
On Saturday, May 9th, the Colebrook Yard Goats host the New Hartford Rays at 8:30 a.m. at Colebrook Field. The Yard Goats host the New Hartford Nationals at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12th. Come out and support our teams-and check out the menu at our Snack Shack!
Upcoming events
The Community & Senior Center is sponsoring a Fabric & Craft Supplies Sale from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9th, at the Center.
On Sunday, May 17th, the Colebrook Recreation Board is sponsoring their annual Kids Fishing Derby. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Lines in the water at 9 a.m. Fishing from 9-11 a.m. This is a free event. Food will be available. Live bait only. Prizes will be awarded. Please see the QR code on the attached flyer to register.
Upcoming meetings
Planning & Zoning – Monday, May 11th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room) Board of Selectmen – Tuesday, May 12th, at 7 p.m.at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org>, or call me at 860.379.3359, extension 202.
Cordially,
Brad Brad Bremer Colebrook First Selectman 860.379.3359 ext. 202 bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org
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2026 Town Budget
Colebrook Town budget vote passed: 82 Yes; 14 No
Region 7 budget vote passed Colebrook: 81 Yes; 15 No
Region 7 budget vote passed in district.
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Greetings from Colebrook Town Hall.
On Monday, May 4th, the Town of Colebrook will hold its Annual Budget Meeting at 8 p.m. in the second-floor meeting room at Town Hall.
The Annual Budget Meeting adjourning to referendum is a statutory requiremt and does not allow for public discussion of (or a vote on) the referendum questions.
We will, however, consider two ordinances at the May 4th Budget Meeting. One is to accept the Town of Colebrook Code, as presented.
A Connecticut town’s General Code is the codified set of local ordinances and regulations that govern municipal operations, including zoning, traffic, safety, and public property. These are established under authority from the Connecticut General Statutes which empower municipalities to manage local affairs. For more information, a copy of the proposed ordinance is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office. It may be reviewed during regular business hours, or on the town website at www.townofcolebrook.org.
The other ordinance being considered at the Annual Budget Meeting is to authorize the town to join the Northwest Regional Recovery Authority. This will enable us to collaborate with other municipalities in the northwest corner to explore options for managing solid waste.
On Tuesday, May 5th, taxpayers will have the opportunity to vote on town and Region 7 budgets for fiscal year 2026/27. The total amount being requested is $7,523,524, a 2.1% increase from the current year budget.
Any Colebrook property owner with $1,000 in assessed value is eligible to vote in this referendum. Copies of town and Region 7 budgets are available in the Town Clerk’s office or on the town website here.’
Absentee ballots are available for the May 5th referendum during regular Town Hall hours through next Monday, May 4th. For more information, please contact Town Clerk Debi McKeon at 860.379.3359, ext. 203.
Weather permitting, road oiling will take place on Sandy Brook Road between the new bridge and Route 8 next Thursday and Friday (May 7th and 8th). Expect minor delays. Sweeping will take place in mid-May, and loose stone will be recycled and re-used in July. Beginning on May 12th, the parking lot at the Center Firehouse will be milled and repaved.
The Colebrook Conservation Commission is looking for volunteers to be regular and alternate members. Meetings are held quarterly on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. If you’re interested in being appointed to the Commission by the Board of Selectmen, please contact me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org.
Last year, the Conservation Commission and volunteers mapped and flagged approximately 30 locations in town where the invasive plant, Japanese knotweed, is growing along local and state roads. Left unchecked, knotweed can quickly take over an entire area. To learn more, or to volunteer to help the Commission with knotweed control efforts, contact Commission Chair Joyce Hemingson at jhem1022@gmail.com.
On Saturday, May 2nd, the Norbrook Cardinals host the Barkhamsted Phillies at 8:30 a.m. at Colebrook Field. The Cardinals host the Winsted Orioles at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 4th. The Colebrook Yard Goats host the Winsted Space Cowboys at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5th. Come out and support our teams!
Upcoming events
On Saturday, May 9th, the Community & Senior Center is sponsoring a Fabric & Craft Supplies Sale. To purchase a table to sell your fabric/craft supplies, please contact them at 860.738.9521, ext. 400, or email seniordirector@colebrooktownhall.org. Tables can be purchased for $15.
On Sunday, May 17th, the Colebrook Recreation Board is sponsoring their annual Kids Fishing Derby. Details to follow.
Upcoming meetings
Annual Budget Meeting – Monday, May 4th, at 8 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room)
Board of Education – Wednesday, May 6th, at 7 p.m. at Colebrook Consolidated School
Planning & Zoning – Monday, May 11th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room)
Board of Selectmen – Tuesday, May 12th, at 7 p.m.at Colebrook Town Hall (second floor meeting room)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org, or call me at 860.379.3359, extension 202.
Cordially,
Brad
Brad Bremer
Colebrook First Selectman
860.379.3359 ext. 202
bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org
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Referendum ~ May 5, 2026 ~ 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
LEGAL NOTICE
TOWN OF COLEBROOK
TOWN BUDGET FY 2025 – 2026
and
REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7
REFERENDUM VOTE
Pursuant to Sections 7-7 and 10-51 of the General Statutes of Connecticut, Revised notice is hereby given to the electors and citizens qualified to vote in town meetings of the Town of Colebrook that a referendum will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 for the purpose of voting for the approval or disapproval of the following questions:
“Shall the general budget of the Town of Colebrook for the fiscal year from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 in the amount of $7,523,524 and the Town’s Reserve Fund for Capital and Non-recurring Expenditures (Town’s Capital Improvement Projects) budget in the amount of $350,000 be approved as recommended by the Board of Finance?”
“Shall the Regional School District No. 7 Annual Budget for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026 be accepted?”
Polling place tabulators will be used. A vote of “YES” being a vote for approval, and a vote of “NO” being a vote for disapproval. Absentee Ballots will be available at the Office of the Town Clerk as provided by law.
Voting will take place at the Colebrook Town Hall, Meeting Room (2nd floor) 562 Colebrook Road, Colebrook from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Dated at Colebrook, Connecticut, this 22nd day of April, 2026.
Debra L. McKeon
Town Clerk
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Beech Hill Road (Dirt Portion) Reopened for Season
The dirt portion of Beech Hill Road has been reopened for the season.
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NOTICE
TOWN OF COLEBROOK
Notice is hereby given that the audited Financial Statements for Regional School District No. 7 for the year ending June 30, 2025, as prepared by King, King & Associates, PC, are on file at the Town Clerk’s office and available for public inspection during regular office hours.
Dated at Colebrook, Connecticut, this 17th day of January, 2026.
Debra L. McKeon, Town Clerk
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