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LedyardJun 10, 20262 min read

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Council considered the FY2026/27 budget and mill rate, proposed a public hearing on a Code of Ethics, reviewed water rate changes, and listed several appointments and administrative motions.

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The council reviewed the town budget and discussed setting the property tax (mill) rate and changes to water rates, which could affect taxes and water bills if adopted. They also moved on administrative matters including a public hearing on a proposed Code of Ethics and appointments for an ad hoc committee and the police chief. The minutes do not record vote outcomes, so whether each motion passed is unavailable in this document.

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Motion to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2026 — outcome not recorded in this document.
Motion to set a hybrid Public Hearing on July 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to receive comments on a proposed Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission — outcome not recorded in this document.
Motion to appoint Councilor Carmen Garcia‑Irizarry to the Ad Hoc Committee to Evaluate the Separation of the Planning Commission & Zoning Commission for a six‑month term — outcome not recorded in this document.
Motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment of Captain Kenneth R. Creutz to Police Chief, effective upon the retirement of Chief Rich (June 30, 2026) — outcome not recorded in this document.
Motion to approve a new water rate structure effective July 1, 2026, as recommended in the WPCA letter dated May 28, 2026 — outcome not recorded in this document.
Motion to set a 25.78 mill rate for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 — outcome not recorded in this document.
Motion to authorize overspending Account #10110101‑53610 (Legal Fee) through June 30, 2026 — outcome not recorded in this document.
Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget update was presented (details not included in these minutes).

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Jun 10, 2026, 12:00 AMTown Hall Council Chambersscheduled

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In-Person: Council Chambers Town Hall Annex Remote: Information noted below:
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
2026 Linda C. Davis Woman of the Year
RESIDENT & PROPERTY OWNERS (COMMENTS LIMITED TO THREE (3) MINUTES
COMMITTEE COMMISSION AND BOARD REPORTS
COMMENTS OF TOWN COUNCILORS
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2026
COMMUNICATIONS
Communications List - June 10, 2026
REFERALS
FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027 BUDGET UPDATE
COUNCIL SUB COMMITTEE, LIAISON REPORTS
Administration Committee Report Fiscal Year 2025/2026
Community Relations Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Report- Fiscal Year 2025/2026
Finance Committee Report Fiscal Year 2025/2026
LUPPW Committee Report Fiscal Year 2025/2026
Liaison Reports
REPORT OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Report Fiscal Year 2025/2026
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Administration Committee
MOTION to set a Public Hearing (Hybrid Format - Video Conference and In-Person) Public Hearing date on July 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to be held in Council Chambers, Town Hall Annex, 741 Colonel Ledyard Highway, Ledyard, Connecticut, to receive comments and recommendations regarding a proposed "An Ordinance Establishing a Town of Ledyard Code of Ethics and Ethics Commission" .
MOTION to appoint the Councilor Carmen Garcia-Irizarry (D) 58 Eagle Ridge Drive, Gales Ferry, to the “Ad Hoc Committee to Evaluate the Separation of the Planning Commission & Zoning Commission” a for six-month term in accordance with Res#002-2026/Mar 25
General Business
MOTION to approve a water rate increase to become effective on July 1, 2026 as recommended by the WPCA; in accordance with Ordinance #400-001 “An Ordinance Creating a Water Pollution Control Authority for the Town of Ledyard”)
MOTION to approve the Mayor’s appointment of Captain Kenneth R. Creutz to Police Chief, effective as of the date of Chief Rich’s retirement of June 30, 2026; in accordance with Chapter VI; Section 7B of the Town Charter.
MOTION to approve a new water rate structure effective July 1, 2026, as recommended and contained in the WPCA letter dated as May 28, 2026; in accordance with Ordinance #400-001 “An Ordinance Establishing a Water Pollution Control Authority”.
MOTION to set a 25.78 Mill Rate for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.
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ADJOURNMENT
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MOTION to authorize overspending Account #10110101-53610 (Legal Fee) thru June 30, 2026.
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