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Aug 21, 2026

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Commission authorizes ongoing budget transfers

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 13, 2026

Police Board Extends Conditional Job Offer

The Board unanimously approved extending a job offer to Alexander Wojcik for a current vacancy, contingent on completing the hiring process and background investigation. The department also reported providing ICE access to zero individuals from January 1 through June 30, 2026.

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Briefing

Jun 8, 2026

Cedar Street Parking Sign Under Review

The Traffic Officer is checking whether the No Parking sign at 12 Cedar Street is still needed after reports that parking violations have blocked emergency access, including a fire truck. He will consult Fire Services and Public Works before recommending any change.

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Briefing

May 11, 2026

Board approves blind-curve warning sign

The Board unanimously approved a “Blind Drive” or similar warning sign for southbound traffic on Cross Road. A resident also reported vehicles traveling an estimated 15 to 20 mph over the 30 mph limit on Oswegatchie Road and requested action to improve neighborhood safety.

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Briefing

Apr 13, 2026

Three-Way Stop Approved at Daniels Intersection

The Board unanimously approved stop signs on Spithead Road in both directions at Daniels Avenue, creating a three-way stop with warning signage. The safety report found limited sight distance, speeds reaching 58 mph, and projected school-related traffic of more than 125 vehicles per hour during drop-off and pickup.

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Briefing

Apr 8, 2026

Police Board Promotes Lieutenant and Sergeant

The Board unanimously approved promoting Sergeant Farrior to lieutenant and Officer Bushwack to sergeant, both effective April 12, 2026. Other interviewed officers will remain on an active promotion list for one year.

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Briefing

Mar 9, 2026

Police Board Hears Patrol Request

A resident requested additional patrols in Quaker Hill because of increased ATV, E-Bike, and motorcycle activity, along with action on expected late-night loud music. The Board received February reports from police units and took no votes or actions in executive session.

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Briefing

Mar 4, 2026

New police chief appointed

The Board unanimously appointed Lieutenant David Ferland to become Waterford’s police chief when Chief Marc Balestracci retires on March 27, 2026, contingent on an agreeable contract.

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Briefing

Feb 9, 2026

Police Commissioners Review January Reports

The board entered executive session for 46 minutes, with the chief included, and reported that no votes or actions were taken. A resident also raised concerns about snow being plowed from private driveways onto public roads and neighboring properties.

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Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

Commission authorizes ongoing budget transfers

The commission unanimously authorized standing approval for out-of-series Police Department budget transfers, provided the commission is informed of each transfer.

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Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Police Chief Selection Process Begins

The Board unanimously approved beginning the Chief of Police selection process under established policy, including external oral board interviews with Law Enforcement Council of Connecticut participation.

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