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Kelly’s Farm Targets 2027 Openings

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jun 16, 2026

Kelly’s Farm Targets 2027 Openings

Kelly’s Farm is targeting a soft opening for its house and store in spring 2027 and an event barn opening in fall 2027, pending required permits. The commission heard that Planning and Zoning approved a zone text amendment on June 15, allowing outdoor events initially and indoor events after the barn is built.

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Briefing

May 19, 2026

Commission Adopts New Economic Development Priorities

The commission adopted its 2026–2027 economic development goals, with all voting members in favor and one abstention. It also approved spending $15,000 beginning July 1 to study a potential new tax increment financing district and approved sending proposed tax incentive changes to the Town Council for review on June 9.

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Briefing

Apr 21, 2026

Commission Advances West Main Tax Financing Proposal

The commission voted to ask the Town Council to hire Storrs Associates for a $15,000 analysis and proposal for tax increment financing services for West Main Street. The commission will cover the cost initially and seek supplemental funds from the Town Council.

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Briefing

Apr 20, 2026

Subcommittee Recommends Larger Tax Incentives

The subcommittee unanimously recommended increasing potential tax abatements to up to 60% and extending their duration for qualifying improvements, with the recommendation forwarded to the full Economic Development Commission.

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Briefing

Mar 17, 2026

Commission weighs tax incentives and growth

The commission plans to form a tax-incentive subcommittee and target re-adoption of an expired policy by June 2026. Members also discussed a proposed 7.54% Board of Education budget increase, projected enrollment growth of 225 students by August 2026, and expected Macy's layoffs at the end of March.

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Briefing

Feb 17, 2026

Commission explores West Main Street incentives

The commission discussed potentially creating a tax increment financing district in the West Main Street area to support roadway, trail-crossing, parking, sewer, and canal-related improvements. It requested a future scope and fee proposal, with any next steps dependent on Town Manager and Town Council approval.

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Briefing

Jan 20, 2026

Commission Proposes Expanded Business Incentives

The commission recommended exploring an expanded tax increment financing zone with a revolving loan fund to support business development, including infrastructure and incentives for new and expanding businesses. Staff will research existing funds and possible consultants before the discussion continues in February; generally, 25% of tax increment financing revenues goes to a town account and 75% supports development in the district.

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Briefing

Dec 16, 2025

Commission Reviews Business Tax Incentive Request

The commission did not decide Poly-Tech America’s requested tax abatement; it will revisit the request in January 2026 after staff researches incentive policies in neighboring towns. The current policy could allow a 50% building tax abatement for up to four years, subject to commission and Town Council approval.

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Briefing

Nov 18, 2025

Transportation Study Identifies Cheshire Priorities

A transportation study found Route 10 congestion, bicycle connectivity and comfort, and signage at trail-road crossings were the most common concerns in resident feedback. The engagement phase was about two-thirds complete, with completion targeted for December and a final report expected in spring 2026.

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Briefing

Oct 21, 2025

Commission outlines economic growth priorities

The commission began developing a long-term economic vision, identifying zoning limits, traffic, limited commercial and industrial space, and public opposition as barriers to growth. It also reported that The Shops at Stonebridge was 98.4% leased, while commercial properties accounted for 14% of Cheshire’s grand list.

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Briefing

Aug 19, 2025

Cold storage development proposal presented

A proposal for a cold-storage warehouse on Cheshire’s 58-acre north-end economic development property was presented, with an estimate of 200 jobs and 25,000 daily vehicle trips primarily between the site and I-691. The commission made no recommendation at this meeting; a public hearing is expected in September.

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