Town of Litchfield CT

11/11/2026

11/09/2026

We’re just ONE WEEK away from launching Litchfield’s Save As You Throw program at the Recycling Center!
Starting the week of November 16, Litchfield residents can bring their household trash to the Recycling Center. Just make sure it’s bagged in Litchfield Official Orange Bags!
The good news? The more you recycle and compost, the fewer bags you’ll need, saving you money!
Haven’t picked up your FREE starter kit yet? Stop by the Recycling Center to get yours! Each kit includes:
A food scrap collection bucket
A starter roll of Official Orange Bags
Tips and tricks to help you make the most of the new program
Have questions? Just ask Scott or Paul! They’re at the Recycling Center and happy to help you get started.
Additional bags will be available for purchase at participating Litchfield retailers and at the Recycling Center.
For more information and the most up-to-date list of participating retailers, visit PublicInput.com/ReduceTheTrashLitchfield.

11/06/2026

DRAFT
Rodenticide Policy For Consideration at the November 12, 2026 Town Meeting.

Anticoagulant Rodenticide Policy on Municipal Properties, Town of Litchfield, CT

Purpose
Certain rodenticide products, widely known as First-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (FGARs) and Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs), are used to control rodent populations but are harmful to non-target species and our larger ecosystem. These poisons are highly toxic and responsible for primary and secondary poisoning to many non-target species including birds of prey and other wildlife, pets, and children.

Intent
The Town of Litchfield is committed to an integrated pest management plan for safe and effective rodent control in and around town-owned buildings and properties. This policy aims to stop the use of FGARs and SGARs on properties under the care and control of the Town of Litchfield to better protect our community.
Unintentional secondary poisoning of natural predators of the target pest has a counterproductive long-term impact on rodent control efforts, increasing risk to our community.
Continuous and intensive use of rodenticides has led to environmental pollution through their retention in the environment.
Pets and children are at risk of rodenticide poisoning.

Applicability
This policy applies to all town-owned properties, including buildings, grounds, parks, open spaces, and the public right of way, and shall be adhered to by all employees of the Town of Litchfield, as well as third party vendors and contractors providing services on town-owned properties.

Policy Requirement
The use of FGARs and SGARs on town-owned properties is hereby prohibited as of the effective date of this policy.

Exceptions
Emergency waivers for the use of FGARs or SGARs on town-owned property may be obtained from the Board of Selectmen. Emergency waivers shall be restricted in time and location. Emergency waivers shall only be granted after a well-documented request detailing a significant rodent infestation of public health consequence or a documented threat of damage to Town-owned equipment, vehicles, or infrastructure, including damage to electrical wiring or other essential components, which persists after all viable, less toxic integrated pest and rodent management practices have been exhausted. Any waivers granted under this section shall be published on the Town’s website.
Enforcement
This policy shall be implemented, administered and enforced by the Town of Litchfield and the First Selectman.

Definitions
Anticoagulant Rodenticides work by interfering with the activation of Vitamin K, a critical component in the production of blood clotting factors in the liver. Specific clinical signs can include widespread bruising, bleeding into body cavities, and blood in the urine or f***s; if the bleeding is sudden and significant, then cardiovascular shock and death can result. Bleeding can occur internally or externally and can affect any part of the body.
First and Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticide Poisons (FGARS, SGARS) work by preventing blood from clotting. Victims die from internal bleeding within a few days. FGARs registered to control rats and mice in the United States include chlorpophacinone, diphacinone and warfarin. Rodents became resistant to the first-generation compounds, so second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides were produced. The second-generation compounds were developed to work more quickly and with greater efficacy than the first-generation products. SGARs registered in the United States include brodifacoum, bromadiolone, difenacoum, and difethialone.
Non-Anticoagulant Rodenticides vary in their mechanism of action. Toxicity symptoms are more variable and are dependent on the chemical and dose. The clinical signs include rapid onset of seizures, muscle tremors, limb weakness, ataxia, neurologic signs, respiratory paralysis, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy. Non-anticoagulant rodenticides currently registered to control mice include bromethalin, cholecalciferol and zinc phosphide.

10/30/2026

Contact us and ask questions by visiting PublicInput.com/ReduceTheTrashLitchfield

10/16/2026

The Sandy Beach Commission is looking for volunteers. This White Memorial property has been a favorite summer destination for families for almost 100 years! This is a 10 member commission, 5 members each from Litchfield and Morris. The Sandy Beach Commission operates, conducts and maintains Sandy Beach as a Rec facility in accordance with a lease between Litchfield, Morris, and White Memorial.
One of the goals of the White family was to make Bantam Lake’s shoreline available to local residents. The Whites purchased the land in the 1920s from the Wadhams family, who farmed the area. By 1929 Sandy Beach sported 30 bathhouses as well as a concession stand and a float in the lake. Sandy Beach was widely popular from its inception. It hosted nearly 650 visitors on a single day in 1929, and 30,000 people utilized the beach in 1930. The beach offered affordable entertainment to a region facing the Great Depression.

The Whites established the Sandy Beach commission in 1928, which worked with the Foundation to manage the site. In 1976 stewardship of the beach passed to the towns of Litchfield and Morris. Almost 100 years later, Sandy Beach continues to serve its original purposes of offering local residents a refuge from the summer heat.

If you are interested in volunteering to keep Sandy Beach a great place for people of all ages, please contact the Litchfield First Selectman’s office at (860) 567-7550 or email: [email protected].

10/06/2026

LITCHFIELD COMMUNITY POLL: WHAT SHOULD HAPPEN WITH THE BANTAM ANNEX?

Following the September 29 public hearing, we would like to hear from Litchfield residents about which direction they would be most likely to support for the future of the Bantam Annex.

If you had to choose today, which option would you support?

1️⃣ Complete Renovation — Municipal Use
Fully renovate the Bantam Annex and continue using it for municipal offices, recreation, Social Services and community programs.
Estimated cost: approximately $30-35 million bond over 20 years.

Approximately $2.81 million and $2.87 million per year pay back under standard level-debt servicing.

2️⃣ Phased Renovation
Make necessary improvements over several years, spreading the costs over time while continuing to use the building for municipal and community purposes.
Overall cost would likely increase because of construction inflation. $35-40 million dollars depending on the rate of .

3️⃣ Affordable/Workforce Housing Conversion@
Convert a portion of the building into approximately 14 affordable/workforce housing units, while retaining the Town-owned property and certain public uses such as the Post Office and gymnasium.

The Housing Authority would pursue State funding for the housing component.
The Town would pay for the renovation of the gymnasium and Park and Rec office space. Price to be determined. Approximately $1000 per square foot.

4️⃣ Demolition/Deconstruction
Remove the existing building and restore the property, while developing a separate plan for relocating the municipal and community services currently located there.
Estimated cost: approximately $950,000 for demolition, hazardous-material abatement and site restoration.

5️⃣ None of the Above / Need More Information
I would like to see additional options, financial information, engineering studies or relocation plans before deciding.

This is not a formal Town vote or referendum. It is an opportunity to hear from Litchfield residents as the community continues discussing the future of this important property.

Please feel free to comment below with why you chose your option. Respectful discussion is encouraged.

The future of the Bantam Annex will ultimately be decided by the voters. Your input matters.

10/05/2026

Today begins Fire Prevention Week!

All the Town of Litchfield CT fire departments will be visiting the schools this week talking about fire safety.

This years theme is “Charge into Fire Safety” with specific emphasis on everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer.