Eye on Town Government
Planning & Zoning By Susan MacEachron The Planning & Zoning Commissioners went into executive session twice during the June 10 meeting to consult with legal counsel but nonetheless found time to hear proposals from two business owners and move them forward. The first executive session concerned the enforcement actions for 24 Greenwoods Road West and […]
Eye on Town Government
Legal Bills, Tax Bills on Finance Agenda By Susan MacEachron The Board of Finance (BoF) received several updates from First Selectman Matt Riiska at the June 10 meeting about funding for the town’s new firehouse, the potential for higher legal costs related to a recent decision by the Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z) and the […]
Eye on Town Government
Selectmen Discuss Robertson Plaza, Solid Waste Disposal By Susan MacEachron The Board of Selectmen discussed a request for access to Robertson Plaza for a No Kings rally on June 14, the ongoing solid waste disposal dilemma, and the hours and compensation parameters for an assistant town clerk at its meeting on June 4. First Selectman […]
Town Officials Float a Fire District
Nonprofits could be taxed for services By Avice MeehanAs the date for a vote on Norfolk’s new firehouse came into focus, the longtime chair of the Board of Finance (BoF) floated an idea to his colleagues: create a fire district that might enable the town to broaden the tax base for supporting emergency services. Michael […]
Real Estate Sales
On March 26, from Michael S. and Mary Lou Cobb to Martina Gago Ageitos and Michael Sherman Cobb Jr., 50 Maple Ave., for $500,000. On April 2, from Samuel A. and Alice C. Anderson to Jenny Childs Preston, 338 Westside Rd., for $500,000. On April 7, from National Iron Bank to 144 MSEH LLC, 12 […]
Comings and Goings
Snacking in Falls Village The former Falls Village Cafe has just been reopened by new owners as the Off the Trail Cafe. Located at 107 Main Street in Falls Village, they serve breakfast and lunch from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and are closed on Wednesdays
Comings and Goings
The Pub, Unplugged The Norfolk Pub has started a weekly live summer music series on Thursday nights, from 7 to 9 p.m. Bands play from the smaller elevated area in the main dining room and keep the volume comfortable so as to not interfere with diners’ conversations. Local musicians are strongly encouraged to apply. Norfolk’s Michael Cobb […]
Comings and Goings
The Little Shop on the Corner Norfolk has officially joined the ranks of small towns with a great bookstore. Trish Deans has set up Les Renards & Co. (the foxes) Booksellers in the Arcanum Building, in the storefront adjacent to Robertson Plaza. The light-filled space holds bookshelves filled with collectible and other books plus a […]
Annals of Democracy
Norfolk Voters Speak Their Minds By Avice MeehanIn recent years, Norfolk’s annual town meeting has been short, sharp and poorly attended. Not so this year, when more than 100 residents crowded into the Hall of Flags at Botelle Elementary school on May 12 to make their voices heard on two disparate topics: an appropriation for […]
Board of Education to Consider School Candidates
Four applicants for superintendent advance By Avice MeehanFive individuals have applied for the position of superintendent of schools for Botelle Elementary School. At its May meeting, the Board of Education (BOE) decided to proceed with interviewing four candidates recommended by the search committee with the goal of recommending two finalists for interviews by the full […]
