Officials Wary of Proposal for Nonprofit, Community Organizations To Use ‘Pop Up Park’ for Sales

By: Michael Dinan | 16 hours ago

Town officials on Tuesday night voiced objections to a proposal that nonprofit and community organizations be allowed to sell fundraiser tickets or items such as Girl Scout cookies in the Pop Up Park downtown, saying the popular pedestrian area should remain entirely solicitation-free. When the cordoned-off park launched five years ago, New Canaan’s traffic authority specified that nothing be sold there “mostly because we did not want to have in any way reactions by the merchants that the Pop Up Park would compete with them,” according to Police Commission member Sperry DeCew. “I am not particularly happy about this [idea],” DeCew said at the group’s regular meeting, held at the New Canaan Police Department. “I do not particularly want people in there being solicited by anybody to do anything—Lobsterfest or Girl Scout cookies.

Letter: An Invitation To Battle Substance Abuse as a Community

Dear Editor, I am writing with an open invitation asking our New Canaan community to come together for a common cause.

Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits

Town officials now are publishing online the waiting lists for the three commuter parking lots most in demand in New Canaan, at the Lumberyard, Richmond Hill and Talmadge Hill.

Town To Purchase 24 New Recycling Bins for Downtown, Public Areas

Town officials on Tuesday morning voted in favor of the $10,000 purchase of 24 new green metal recycling receptacles in New Canaan.

20-Year-Old Man Arrested with Marijuana in Vehicle

Police arrested a 20-year-old Danbury man on five charges on Saturday night, including possession of marijuana with intent to sell.

New Canaan’s Most Popular Cars

“Next Station To Heaven,” “Home of the Rams,” site of the Philip Johnson Glass House and … birthplace of Caffeine & Carburetors.

Op-Ed: Moynihan Says ‘Thank You’ To Caucus Voters

I was thrilled and humbled to win the endorsement of New Canaan Republicans for the office of first selectman at the caucus last Tuesday evening.

Mallozzi Will Not Seek Primary; First Selectman Congratulates Moynihan, Republican Nominees

First Selectman Rob Mallozzi said Monday that he will not seek a primary for Republican endorsement for New Canaan’s highest elected office.

Police Arrest 40-Year-Old Man Who Fled Traffic Stop in January

Police on Friday arrested a 40-year-old Norwalk man by warrant in connection with an incident in January where he sped away from an officer during a traffic stop.

Letter: In Support of Grace Farms, from Voices of September 11th Founders

Dear Editor, This letter is to offer our support of Grace Farms, both in our role at Voices of September 11th as well as longtime residents of New Canaan.

Eversource: New Canaan Residents Can Influence Natural Gas Expansion Plan In Out Years

Following an initial roll-out of natural gas in New Canaan through 2020—a three-phase project starting next year that will see a trunk line come into town from Stamford, up South Avenue to the business district and then out to East School, with nearby residences along the way—property owners themselves can influence just where the utility brings natural gas, officials say.

‘The Whole Process Was Very Smooth’: Dredge for Pond at Lakeview Cemetery

A dredge of one of the ponds at Lakeview Cemetery is wrapping up, a project designed to improve aesthetics and to clear out muck that could lead to green algal blooms. Launched in response to findings of excessive sedimentation and invasive species in the pond, the dredge represents an eco-friendly investment by the Cemetery Association itself in a property that is deeply important to residents.

2009-Built Colonial on Orchard Drive Sells for $2,025,000 [CORRECTED]

[Note: This headline has been corrected.

Republican Officials: 10-Vote Margin at Caucus Does Not Meet Standard for Recount

Noting that the 10-vote margin in a vote for New Canaan’s highest elected office does not meet the standard for a recount, officials said there will be no such ballot review following the July 18 Republican caucus.

Letter: Addressing Alcohol, Drug Abuse in New Canaan; Downtown Vigil Planned for Aug. 31

Dear Editor, Drug overdose deaths in 2016 exceeded 59,000, the largest annual jump ever recorded in the United States, according to the New York Times.

Did You Hear … ?

A state Superior Court judge this month denied a request from a New Canaan woman to get out of giving a deposition up in Bethel rather than closer to home.

‘Anonymous Complaints Can Be Vindictively Filed’: Town Officials Review Guiding Principles in Revising Ethics Code

The head of a newly formed town body that’s charged with fielding written complaints of ethics violations by local public officials, among other important tasks, said Wednesday night that he has a “confidentiality concern” with respect to the idea of those seeking to file a complaint sending communications to New Canaan’s town attorney.

What You’re Saying …

Rick, Thank you for posting the comment. I am a little confused. There may be a connection you are making…
— Michael Dinan on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
Dear Mike I would like to voice my objection to this article. While I am comfortable enough with…
— Rick Franco on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
A sad day for New Canaan Rob. You have been nothing but transparent, open doored, and behind what is best…
— Tori Kroll on Mallozzi Will Not Seek Primary; First Selectman Congratulates Moynihan, Republican Nominees
Dear Mr. McMurtry, Your "glance" has deceived you. Everyone on the lists applied for a permit within the…
— Keith Richey on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
It is in the interest of all New Canaanites that the commuter parking problem is addressed. The folks heading to…
— MOBL on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
Just glancing at this list, there's a lot of people who have moved out of state and/or have left the…
— Sean McMurtry on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
Totally disagree! A wait list this long for a town this wealthy is a disgrace. In any event, enough voters..most…
— Thomas W. Lynn on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
I worked at one of the 'intake' tables and I can assure you that my partner and I scrutinized the…
— Eloise Killeffer on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus
I completely trust that New Canaan's DPW team did due diligence and worked from a solid set of specifications in…
— Cam Hutchins on Town To Purchase 24 New Recycling Bins for Downtown, Public Areas
I think it's wise of the Commission to take a cautious attitude so as not to build opposition. Retail…
— Michael Gregorio on Officials Wary of Proposal for Nonprofit, Community Organizations To Use ‘Pop Up Park’ for Sales
Thank you for publishing these lists. Very informative. The waits are shorter than I thought based on what some…
— Michael Gregorio on Town Publishes Waiting Lists for Commuter Parking Lot Permits
I kind of wonder too, Mr. Vachula, about cost of recycling bins. I wonder even more about paying $10,000 for…
— Mary Emmons on Town To Purchase 24 New Recycling Bins for Downtown, Public Areas
48 gal bin for $224 vs 36 gal @ $416 recycle away web site -- holds…
— Richard P Vachula on Town To Purchase 24 New Recycling Bins for Downtown, Public Areas
Yes Kimberly -- I took out my driver lic -- but they said we don't need that to my surprise…
— Richard P Vachula on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus
Rob is a gracious and classy man and did a great job. We need leaders like him in Hartford.…
— Keith Richey on Mallozzi Will Not Seek Primary; First Selectman Congratulates Moynihan, Republican Nominees
Voting did not require an ID check so I'm wondering how the identity of said Republicans was even verified?…
— Kimberly Norton on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus
Having known all the First Selectmen since, and including, Charles Kelly, I would have to say that there has been…
— Bruce Pauley on Mallozzi Will Not Seek Primary; First Selectman Congratulates Moynihan, Republican Nominees
Dear Tom, I respectfully disagree with your letter. It contains false and inaccurate statements that can mislead people.…
— Stefano Redaelli on Op-Ed: Why I’m Running for Town Council
Dear AK The question before the P&Z is not what the property might have been used for but rather…
— Timothy Curt on Letter: Grace Farms’ Credibility ‘Eroding’ As Story Changes
Tom, Thank you for the heads-up. We had the right figure in the body of the article but wrong in…
— Michael Dinan on 2009-Built Colonial on Orchard Drive Sells for $2,025,000 [CORRECTED]
Tim---I always use my name. You are incorrect that I have posted false or disparaging comments regarding the…
— arnold karp on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus
I think you might want to check the numbers again.
— Tom Sill on 2009-Built Colonial on Orchard Drive Sells for $2,025,000 [CORRECTED]
What were the "invasive species"? Not baby crocodiles or other former pets, I trust!
— Debbie Seaman on ‘The Whole Process Was Very Smooth’: Dredge for Pond at Lakeview Cemetery
Kudos to you for your courageous leadership in your fight against the ravages of drug addiction
— Jeannie Hart on Letter: Addressing Alcohol, Drug Abuse in New Canaan; Downtown Vigil Planned for Aug. 31
Reading about Mike Handler's record and recent announcement that he is willing to run for governor has given me new…
— Don Goetz on New Canaan Republican Michael Handler Announces Candidacy for Governor
I'm glad that Mr Karp feels this way about use of full names. For the longest time I have been…
— Timothy Curt on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus
Thanks, Dave.
— Michael Dinan on Mallozzi ‘Considering All Options’ after Narrow Loss at Republican Caucus
Well I was shocked -- I did not expect them to say NO but I didn't make up…
— Richard P Vachula on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus
Jane, you have good points and I have an open mind about this. Let's see how the comments threads go…
— Michael Dinan on Mallozzi Seeks Recount, Ballot Review Following 10-Vote Loss at Republican Caucus

Events Calendar

Wed 26

S	M	T	W	T	F	S
« July 2017 »
						1
2	3	4	5	6	7	8
9	10	11	12	13	14	15
16	17	18	19	20	21	22
23	24	25	26	27	28	29
30	31

NewCanaanite.com - Big news for a small town: New Canaan, CT.

Officials Wary of Proposal for Nonprofit, Community Organizations To Use ‘Pop Up Park’ for Sales

By: Michael Dinan | 16 hours ago

Australia’s Thunder from Down Under

New Canaan Parent Support Group

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Dave Koz and Larry Graham

Bernie Williams