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Agricultural Commission (Dec 16, 2025): Clark Farm lease renewal, new Town Council liaison, housing/ADU concerns

LedyardDec 16, 20252 min read

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The Commission approved the November 18, 2025 minutes and confirmed Steve Martic as a voting member. Ty Lamb introduced himself as the new Town Council Liaison and committed to attend Commission meetings. Clark Farm lease renewal criteria were presented and accepted by Land Use/Planning/Public Works; Chair Bruce Garstka will meet with Mayor Fred Allyn III to pursue a request for proposal. Members discussed interest in hay farming on Clark Farm, concerns about a recently passed affordable housing law and Auxiliary Dwelling Units (ADU), and plan a joint meeting in April. A recommendation to review the Commission’s duties and functions was raised.

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Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from November 18, 2025.
Steve Martic appointed/recognized as a voting member.
Clark Farm renewal criteria were presented; suggestions were accepted by Land Use/Planning/Public Works.
Chair Bruce Garstka to meet with Mayor Fred Allyn III to discuss a request for proposal for Clark Farm lease renewal.
Ty Lamb (Town Councilor) will serve as the Agricultural Commission liaison, plans to attend Commission meetings, and will research whether ADUs are permitted in Ledyard.
Chair to schedule a joint meeting in April and asked the Liaison to notify Town Council and other liaisons.
Members noted interest from two parties in hay farming on Clark Farm and indicated a long-term (minimum five-year) lease would be required for hay operations.
Recommendation raised to review and broaden the Commission’s duties and functions (member noted Griswold Agricultural Commission as an example).

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