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Dog Licensing Continues
All dogs over the age of six months are required by Connecticut law to be licensed. See link to application below.
Dog license renewal is available online through August 31st at the town website at (Online renewal). The online service is available for dogs previously licensed in Colebrook with a current rabies certificate on file and will include a one-dollar processing fee.
In-person licensing is available at the Town Clerk’s office during regular business hours.
To renew by mail, please include a check and a self-addressed, stamped, return envelope. Please make checks payable to the “Colebrook Town Clerk.”
Please contact the Town Clerk’s office (860) 379-3359, extension 203, with any questions.
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News from Colebrook Town Hall
Greetings from Colebrook Town Hall.
One hundred and nine Colebrook residents voted in this week’s Democratic Primary. This total included 37 early voters and represented a 41% turnout of registered Democrats. Results in Colebrook were as follows:
Gubernatorial Primary: Ned Lamont 76; Josh Elliott 30
First District Congressional Primary: Luke Bronin 47; John Larson 43; Ruth Fortune 10; Jillian Gilchrest 5
Both Governor Lamont and former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin won their respective primaries and will be on the ballot in November. They will face Republican nominees Ryan Fazio (for Governor) and Amy Chai (for Congress).
Thank you to our Registrars of Voters, Town Clerk and all of our poll workers for their tireless efforts that led to a smooth election.
The Department of Public Works reports they will be crack sealing town roads the week of August 24th, with chip sealing to follow in the coming weeks. Details to come in next week’s newsletter.
Volunteers are needed for the 81st Colebrook Labor Day Fair, to be held on Saturday, September 5th. If you’re able to volunteer, please contact Karen at kodell@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:kodell@colebrooktownhall.org>.
Cardboard and duct tape for Cardboard Regatta participants is available at Town Hall.
The Community & Senior Center is looking for volunteers to support its presence at the Fair. Although the requests for raw materials have been filled, they can still use pies and raffle baskets. What they especially need is volunteer time for setting up, working the fair and cleaning up. Please use the following Sign-Up Genius link to volunteer: www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A49A8A928AAFD0-64718002-thecolebrook.
Breakfast is served at the Community & Senior Center every Tuesday from 8-9:15 a.m. for $6. Lunch is available Thursdays at noon for $7, except when an out-to-lunch event is scheduled (advance registration is required for lunch). Bingo is held every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. Stay up to date with programming and events at the Center on Facebook<www.facebook.com/ColebrookSeniorandCommunityCenter/>.
The Colebrook Town Pond is open through the end of August with lifeguards on duty Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The gates are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with no lifeguard on duty.
Colebrook Recreation is sponsoring “Popsicle Thursdays” at the Town Pond every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. during August. Popsicles and fun will be provided by Colebrook Recreation. No lifeguard on duty. This is not a dropoff event. Children must be accompanied by an adult. See flyer attached.
The Colebrook Associates food pantry, located in the vestibule of the Community & Senior Center, is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Donations may be left at the pantry or in the collection bin at the Post Office. In need this week are baking mixes and breakfast items.
Upcoming events
The summer series of Sunday evening Vesper Services and Hymn Sings continues Sunday evenings through September 6th, at 7 p.m. at the historic Church in the Wildwood on Route 183 in North Colebrook. Everyone is welcome.
On Friday, August 21st, at 7 p.m., the Colebrook Historical Society presents, “Backpacking 8,000 miles on the Triple Crown Trails.” Colebrook Resident Ed Kostak has hiked the Appalachian and Pacific Coast trails. His presentation will focus on his most recent trek, the Continental Divide Trail. Learn more at the attached flyer.
Camp Jewell will be hosting their annual fireworks display for Camp Rising Sun on Monday, August 24th. This is an annual show, visible from various points around town. The rain date is Tuesday, August 25th.
Upcoming meetings
Board of Selectmen – Monday, August 17th, at 7 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall Inland Wetlands – Tuesday, August 18th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall Capital Improvement Program – Thursday, September 3rd, at 5 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall
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
One hundred and nine Colebrook residents voted in this week’s Democratic Primary. This total included 37 early voters and represented a 41% turnout of registered Democrats. Results in Colebrook were as follows:
Gubernatorial Primary: Ned Lamont 76; Josh Elliott 30
First District Congressional Primary: Luke Bronin 47; John Larson 43; Ruth Fortune 10; Jillian Gilchrest 5
Both Governor Lamont and former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin won their respective primaries and will be on the ballot in November. They will face Republican nominees Ryan Fazio (for Governor) and Amy Chai (for Congress).
Thank you to our Registrars of Voters, Town Clerk and all of our poll workers for their tireless efforts that led to a smooth election.
The Department of Public Works reports they will be crack sealing town roads the week of August 24th, with chip sealing to follow in the coming weeks. Details to come in next week’s newsletter.
Volunteers are needed for the 81st Colebrook Labor Day Fair, to be held on Saturday, September 5th. If you’re able to volunteer, please contact Karen at kodell@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:kodell@colebrooktownhall.org>.
Cardboard and duct tape for Cardboard Regatta participants is available at Town Hall.
The Community & Senior Center is looking for volunteers to support its presence at the Fair. Although the requests for raw materials have been filled, they can still use pies and raffle baskets. What they especially need is volunteer time for setting up, working the fair and cleaning up. Please use the following Sign-Up Genius link to volunteer: www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A49A8A928AAFD0-64718002-thecolebrook.
Breakfast is served at the Community & Senior Center every Tuesday from 8-9:15 a.m. for $6. Lunch is available Thursdays at noon for $7, except when an out-to-lunch event is scheduled (advance registration is required for lunch). Bingo is held every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. Stay up to date with programming and events at the Center on Facebook<www.facebook.com/ColebrookSeniorandCommunityCenter/>.
The Colebrook Town Pond is open through the end of August with lifeguards on duty Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The gates are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with no lifeguard on duty.
Colebrook Recreation is sponsoring “Popsicle Thursdays” at the Town Pond every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. during August. Popsicles and fun will be provided by Colebrook Recreation. No lifeguard on duty. This is not a dropoff event. Children must be accompanied by an adult. See flyer attached.
The Colebrook Associates food pantry, located in the vestibule of the Community & Senior Center, is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Donations may be left at the pantry or in the collection bin at the Post Office. In need this week are baking mixes and breakfast items.
Upcoming events
The summer series of Sunday evening Vesper Services and Hymn Sings continues Sunday evenings through September 6th, at 7 p.m. at the historic Church in the Wildwood on Route 183 in North Colebrook. Everyone is welcome.
On Friday, August 21st, at 7 p.m., the Colebrook Historical Society presents, “Backpacking 8,000 miles on the Triple Crown Trails.” Colebrook Resident Ed Kostak has hiked the Appalachian and Pacific Coast trails. His presentation will focus on his most recent trek, the Continental Divide Trail. Learn more at the attached flyer.
Camp Jewell will be hosting their annual fireworks display for Camp Rising Sun on Monday, August 24th. This is an annual show, visible from various points around town. The rain date is Tuesday, August 25th.
Upcoming meetings
Board of Selectmen – Monday, August 17th, at 7 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall Inland Wetlands – Tuesday, August 18th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall Capital Improvement Program – Thursday, September 3rd, at 5 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall
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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Greetings from Colebrook Town Hall.
Early voting for the upcoming Democratic primary for Governor and the First District Congressional seat continues through Sunday, August 9th, in the second-floor meeting room at Town Hall. Learn more about available hours here. No excuse absentee ballots are also available in the Town Clerk’s office from 8:30 a.m. until noon tomorrow, Friday, August 7th, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, August 10th
The Democratic primary will be held next Tuesday, August 11th, from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. in the second-floor meeting room at Colebrook Town Hall. See also the attached flyer which discusses voting options.
July tax collection is complete. Thank you to Tax Collector Laura Bartlett and everyone who helped make the collection process a smooth one. Notably, following the town-wide referendum in December 2024 that ratified a 20-year tax stabilization agreement with Wind Colebrook South (WCS), payments totaling approximately $689,000 have now been made to the Town, and WCS remains current on its tax obligations.
Later this month, the Capital Improvement Committee will meet to discuss the status of FY 26/27 capital projects. Investments being made this fiscal year include:
- Colebrook Consolidated School: a new phone system; security enhancements; information technology investments; a lavatory upgrade; and ongoing air conditioning expansion
- Colebrook Fire Department: Center Firehouse heating system upgrade; a breathing air compressor; high-band radios; turnout gear; and tools and equipment
- Department of Public Works: a mini excavator
- Community & Senior Center: money towards a new handicapped accessible van
- Town Hall: funds for minor building improvements
Planning is in the final stages for the 81st Colebrook Labor Day Fair, to be held on Saturday, September 5th. If you are interested in volunteering—or participating as vendor—please contact Karen at kodell@colebrooktownhall.org. Cardboard and duct tape for Cardboard Regatta participants is available at Town Hall.
The Community & Senior Center is also looking for volunteers to support its presence at the Fair, with opportunities to donate food items, pies, raffle baskets, or time. Please use the following Sign-Up Genius link to view available donation and volunteer opportunities and sign up for what works best for you: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A49A8A928AAFD0-64718002-thecolebrook.
Breakfast is served at the Community & Senior Center every Tuesday from 8-9:15 a.m. for $6. Lunch is available Thursdays at noon for $7, except when an out-to-lunch event is scheduled (advance registration is required for lunch). Bingo is held every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. Stay up to date with programming and events at the Center on Facebook.
The Colebrook Town Pond is open through the end of August with lifeguards on duty Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The gates are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with no lifeguard on duty.
The Colebrook Associates food pantry, located in the vestibule of the Community & Senior Center, is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Donations may be left at the pantry or in the collection bin at the Post Office
The Colebrook Volunteer Fire Department is looking for new members to join their ranks and help our community. There are many ways to serve, everyone is welcome, and no prior training is needed. For more information, contact Todd Correll at 860.459.0292.
Upcoming events
The summer series of Sunday evening Vesper Services and Hymn Sings continues Sunday evenings through September 6th, at 7 p.m. at the historic Church in the Wildwood on Route 183 in North Colebrook. Everyone is welcome.
On Friday, August 21st, at 7 p.m., the Colebrook Historical Society presents, “Backpacking 8,000 mile on the Triple Crown Trails.” Colebrook Resident Ed Kostak has hiked the Appalachian and Pacific Coast trails. His presentation will focus on his most recent trek, the Continental Divide Trail.
Upcoming meetings
Planning & Zoning – Monday, August 10th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall
Board of Selectmen – Monday, August 17th, at 7 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall
Inland Wetlands – Tuesday, August 18th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall
Capital Improvement Program – Thursday, August 27th, at 5 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall
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
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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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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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Proposed General Code Ordinance Project ~ Passed
Proposed Code Projected Passed at Town Meeting.
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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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