Bethel Town Updates
Proposed 2024-2025 Annual Budget
The Board of Finance has proposed the 2024-2025 annual budget. They are hosting a public hearing on Tuesday, March 19th, at 7 pm at the Bethel High School auditorium for community input. Visit Bethel Town Comptroller to view the proposed budget. If you can't make the hearing, you can email comments to: budget@bethel-ct.gov. The Board of Finance will consider revisions and recommend the budget to the Town Meeting for a vote on April 4th. The budget will then go to a referendum machine vote on April 23rd.
Eversource Meeting
Eversource met with Bethel and other communities this week to ensure preparedness for unlikely electricity shortages. New England typically has enough electricity, but ISO-New England recently communicated potential shortages that could require controlled outages. Learn more at ISO-New England.
Utility Bill Reminder
Utility bills for Bethel Water and Sewer customers are in mailboxes today. Please remember payment is due before April 1st.
Legislative Session in Hartford
The legislative session is underway in Hartford. Contact your representatives at Connecticut General Assembly.
Senate Bill 153
Senate Bill 153 could create a significant cost increase to Bethel, shifting the costs of special education transition at technical schools to towns. Learn more about this potential impact on Bethel's special education funding.
Community Events & Activities
Office Hours
The next office hours are Monday, March 4th, from 6 pm to 7 pm at the Town Hall in the First Selectman's office. It is a perfect time to pop in if you have ideas or concerns. Of course, you can always call and make an appointment.
Bands Wanted for Events
If you are in a band or know a band, Bethel is looking for bands for Food Truck Fridays on the first and third Fridays in June, July, and August, as well as the summer concert series on Sundays in August. Email firstselectman@bethel-ct.gov for more information.
Parks and Recreation Spring Flyer
The Bethel Parks and Recreation Spring Flyer is available, and registration starts Monday, March 4th, at 9 am. Registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to a class. Check out what Bethel has to offer at Bethel Parks and Recreation.
Senior Center Newsletter
Wrap-A-Rescue
Support local animal shelters and care for furry friends at Wrap-A-Rescue at Greenwood Features tomorrow, March 2nd, from 11 am to 3 pm and Sunday, March 3rd, from 2 pm to 6 pm. Bring CLEAN towels, blankets, dog/cat food, and more. Donors get one free pass to a movie this weekend. Contact diana@blackswanrealty.com with questions.
Seven Steps to Healthy Style Esteem
WorkspaceCT in Francis J Clarke Park presents The Seven Steps to Healthy Style Esteem with Clinton Kelly on March 8th at 6 pm. Visit www.workspacect.org/events for tickets.
Bethel High School Musical
Bethel High School will be presenting the Cole Porter musical "Anything Goes" on March 15th at 7 pm, March 16th at 7 pm, and March 17th at 2 pm. For tickets and more information, please go to www.BHSTheaterBoosters.com. Tickets are also available at the door.
Bethel Winterguard Friends and Family Night
All are invited to the Bethel Winterguard Friends and Family Night on Friday, March 22nd. The Junior, JV, and varsity teams will perform. Admission is free. Donate a raffle item by emailing alyssamchang@gmail.com.
Local Business Updates
Bethel Organics Market
Congrats to Bethel Organics Market on your grand opening! Stop by on Elizabeth Street behind Notch 8 for fresh finds like pink pineapple. Learn more here.
IceCats Champions
A huge shoutout to the IceCats, the 2023-2024 DIII SWC/SCC Champions!
Good Luck!
Good Luck to the Boys Varsity Swim Team and the BHS Cheerleaders competing for the SWC Championship titles this weekend! And a shoutout to our Girls Varsity Basketball in the 2nd Round of the State Championship tonight!
Have a great weekend!
Dan