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Aug 21, 2026

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Commission Reviews Downtown Business Plans

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 9, 2026

Commission Adds Chamber Liaison

The commission unanimously appointed Commissioner Morgenthau as its liaison to the Chamber of Commerce, with all 10 voting in favor. Staff also reported that required zoning amendments related to Housing Bill 25-1 are being developed, and that 847 Main Street may come before the Planning and Zoning Commission for a pre-application review.

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Briefing

Jun 11, 2026

Newington Receives Two Million Dollar Grant

Newington was awarded a $2 million grant for the town center, but the Economic Development Commission had not yet determined how the money will be used. A steering committee is scheduled to begin reviewing the project on June 23, with more information expected at the Commission’s July meeting.

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Briefing

May 14, 2026

Economic panel tracks town center development plans

The commission began organizing action items from the town center Master Plan and Plan of Conservation and Development, including priorities, responsibilities, and coordination with zoning officials. Staff reported that funding remaining in the capital plan is sufficient for a town center parking study, although the original amount was reduced.

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Briefing

Apr 9, 2026

Newington Reviews Development Priorities

The commission discussed planned zoning changes that could allow two to nine residential units in commercial zones, with a draft expected before the Planning and Zoning Commission and the changes taking effect July 1.

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Briefing

Mar 12, 2026

Commission Approves Conditional Downtown Funding

The commission unanimously approved up to $1,000 for the Newington Business Center Collective’s initial downtown project, contingent on required organizational paperwork and receipts documenting expenses.

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Briefing

Feb 12, 2026

Commission Reviews Downtown Business Plans

The commission reported that 15 to 18 businesses still need appreciation letters and assigned those businesses to commissioners. Members also discussed delaying implementation of the town branding program until costs and other details are available, while exploring downtown banners and resident activities.

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Briefing

Jan 7, 2026

Economic group plans 2026 business promotion

The commission reviewed upcoming business changes, including Price Shopper’s planned rebranding to Market 32 and relocation to a new site around June 2026. It also discussed continuing the business passport program and developing a broader town-branding and tourism effort.

1 min readMunicipal coverage