Colebrook Town Hall offices, Public Works Department, Community & Senior Center, and Food Pantry will be

closed on Monday February 17th in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, February 18th.

Trash and recycling pick up will not be adjusted as a result of this holiday.

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News from Colebrook Town Hall

Greetings from Colebrook Town Hall.
Town Hall will be closed Monday, February 17th, in recognition of President’s Day. Curbside trash and recycling pickup will not be impacted next week.

A special joint meeting of the Colebrook-Norfolk Educational Collaboration Exploratory Committee will be held on Thursday, February 20th, at 7 p.m. at Botelle School in Norfolk in the Hall of Flags. The purpose is to discuss the potential for pre-K-6 school collaboration. The meeting is open to the public.

Due to today’s winter storm, this week’s lunch at the Community & Senior Center will be held tomorrow (February 14th).

The Town is seeking bids for its decommissioned pumper fire truck. The truck requires approximately $750-$1,000 in work to repair its transfer case (pump to road). Tank capacity for the truck is 1,000 gallons with a pumping capacity of 1,250 gallons. For more information, contact Chief Sean Barry at Firechief@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:Firechief@colebrooktownhall.org>. Bids are due to the Selectmen’s office by Friday, February 21st, at noon, with a reserve price (minimum bid) of $6,000.

Colebrook Consolidated School Superintendent Bob Gilbert will be presenting the Board of Education’s fiscal year 2025/26 request to the Board of Finance on Thursday, February 20th.

The Board of Selectmen will be presenting their FY 25/26 budget on Thursday, February 27th.

The next Community & Senior Center Grief Support group, session will be Thursday, February 27th, at 6 p.m., and every other Thursday. You may RSVP to 860.738.9521, or by emailing seniordirector@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:seniordirector@colebrooktownhall.org>. A $20 donation is suggested to participate.

As you may have noticed, the Colebrook Store is closed for renovations. The Colebrook Preservation Society reports that the store is targeted for re-opening later this year. For the past 12 years, this iconic landmark building has been owned by the Preservation Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, with generous help from local residents, neighbors and area foundations. Its mission is to provide an inviting and memorable experience for all who come to enjoy the peace and serenity of historic Colebrook. The Preservation Society appreciates your patience as they complete the important work of renovating the interior of this historic 233-year-old building.

Upcoming community events and fundraisers

On Saturday, February 15th, at 8 a.m. at Pearson School in Winsted, our 5th and 6th grade basketball team will attempt to complete their undefeated regular season. Looking ahead to the playoffs, we are the number one seed-and, after this Saturday, will play in the league semi-finals on Tuesday, February 25th, at 6:30 p.m. at Pearson. The Championship game will be held on Friday, February 28th at 7 p.m., also at Pearson. Go Green!

Due to the challenging weather pattern, the Colebrook Congregational Church is postponing its Chili Dinner with a new date to be determined.

The Community & Senior Center will host its February birthday lunch on Thursday, February 20th. Please RSVP by February 18th.

The Colebrook Recreation Board is seeking billboard sponsors for the Colebrook Recreation Baseball Field for the upcoming season. Businesses provide their own advertisement for a 4′ high by 6′ wide billboard to be displayed on the fences in the outfield. The fee for the first year is $250 with an annual fee of $200/year for subsequent years. Learn more here<file://cth-fs1/redirectedfolders/bbremer/My%20Documents/Brad%202025/BillboardSignLetter_New%20Business_2024.pdf>, or contact Katie Martin at colebrookctrec@gmail.com<mailto:colebrookctrec@gmail.com>.
Upcoming municipal board meetings
Town/School Building Committee – Thursday, February 13th, (tonight) at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (Upstairs meeting room)
Composting Advisory Committee – Tuesday, February 18th, at 4:00 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (Land Use office)
Colebrook-Norfolk Educational Collaboration Exploratory Committee – Thursday, February 20th, at 7 p.m. at Botelle School in Norfolk (Hall of Flags)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org>, or call me at 860.379.3359, extension 202. Cordially,
Brad Brad Bremer Colebrook First Selectman 860.379.3359 ext. 202 bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org

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News from Colebrook Town Hall

Greetings from Colebrook Town Hall.

Due to today’s winter storm, state inspection of the Old Creamery Road bridge has been postponed until tomorrow. Consequently, Old Creamery Road will be closed tomorrow (Friday, February 7th) from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

With regard to snowfall, please be mindful of ice beneath the snow, given recent freezing and thawing. Be safe. Sand mix is available at the Town Garage for Colebrook residents, by hand bucket. Limit two buckets per resident per storm event.

Colebrook Consolidated School (CCS) principal, Beth Driscoll, has announced her retirement—effective at the end of the current academic year—having successfully led our school for 18 years. As part of its search process for her successor, the Board of Education is soliciting parental input. We wish Beth all the best in retirement and thank her for many years of service to our community.

CCS Superintendent Bob Gilbert will be presenting the Board of Education’s fiscal year 2025/26 request to the Board of Finance on Thursday, February 20th.

The Board of Selectmen will be presenting its FY 25/26 budget on Thursday, February 27th.

Following the town-wide referendum in December that ratified a 20-year tax stabilization agreement with Wind Colebrook South (WCS), two payments totaling $290,026 have been made to the Town, and WCS is now current on its tax obligations.

Last fall, the Community & Senior Center formed a Grief Support group, facilitated by hospice-trained Registered Nurse, and Colebrook resident, Paula Petty-Barber. The next support group session is Wednesday, February 12th, at 6 p.m. and continues every other Thursday. You can RSVP to 860.738.9521, or by emailing seniordirector@colebrooktownhall.org. A $20 donation is suggested to participate.

Despite cold temperatures, more than 20 youth skaters turned out for the annual Fire Department skating party this past Saturday. Thank you to our Center and Forge Companies for hosting.

Town Hall will be closed Monday, February 17th, in recognition of President’s Day. Curbside trash and recycling pickup will not be impacted that week.

Upcoming community events and fundraisers

Our 5th and 6th grade basketball team won again last Saturday and remains undefeated. Their next game is this Saturday at 10 a.m. at Pearson School in Winsted. There is no admission fee, and all fans are invited to come and cheer them on.

Region 7 Project Graduation is sponsoring a Super Bowl fundraiser in conjunction with Mario’s Tuscany Grill this Sunday. For every pizza and wings combo sold in the dining room or takeout that day, a percentage of the total proceeds will go towards the Class of 2025’s Project Graduation celebration.

The Colebrook Congregational Church is hosting a Valentine Chili Dinner on Saturday, February 15th at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall (lower level) of Colebrook Congregational Church. The price is $15 for adults. Children under 10 are $5. First come, first serve. For more information, please contact Susan Kenny at skenny@charter.net.

The Community & Senior Center will host its February birthday lunch on Thursday, February 20th. Please RSVP by February 18th.

The Colebrook Recreation Board is seeking billboard sponsors for the Colebrook Recreation Baseball Field for the upcoming season. Businesses provide their own advertisement for a 4’ high by 6’ wide billboard to be displayed on the fences in the outfield. The fee for the first year is $250 with an annual fee of $200/year for subsequent years. Learn more here, or contact Katie Martin at colebrookctrec@gmail.com.

Upcoming municipal board meetings

Capital Improvement Program Committee – Thursday, February 6th (today), at 5 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (Land Use office)

Planning & Zoning – Monday, February 10th, at 6:30 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (Land Use office)

Board of Selectmen – Monday, February 10th, at 7 p.m. at Colebrook Town Hall (Upstairs meeting room)

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org, or call me at 860.379.3359, extension 202.

Cordially,

Brad

Brad Bremer

Colebrook First Selectman

860.379.3359 ext. 202

bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org

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Tax Relief Programs

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TOWN OF COLEBROOK
Board of Assessment Appeals

Notice is hereby given that all persons claiming to be aggrieved by the doings of
the Assessor with regard to the October 1, 2024 Grand List must file an
Application for Assessment Appeal with the Board of Assessment Appeals on or
before February 20, 2025. Applications are available from the Assessor’s Office,
Town Clerk, or through the Town website at www.townofcolebrook.org under
Board of Assessment Appeals.

Dated this 6th day of February, 2025 at Colebrook, CT
Duncan Wilber, Chairman
Board of Assessment Appeals

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Financial Statements for Regional School District No. 7 now available

NOTICE

TOWN OF COLEBROOK

Notice is hereby given that the audited Financial Statements for Regional School District No. 7 for the year ending June 30, 2024, as prepared by King, King & Associates, PC, are on file at the Town Clerk’s office and available for public inspection during regular office hours.

Notice is hereby given that the Audited Financial Statements of Shared Services for the year ended June 30, 2024, as prepared by King, King & Associates, PC, is on file at the Town Clerk’s office and available for public inspection during regular office hours.

Dated at Colebrook, Connecticut, this 24th day of January, 2024.

Debra L. McKeon, Town Clerk

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Legal Notice

 NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS TOWN OF COLEBROOK

Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town of Colebrook that the second installment of Real Estate and Personal Property taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2023 and Motor Vehicle Supplemental tax will become due on January 1, 2025.  If not paid/postmarked on or before February 3, 2025 the tax becomes delinquent and subject to interest at the rate of 1-1/2% per month, or part of a month from January 1, 2025 to the date paid.  Minimum interest charge is $2.00 per list number.  Anyone who registered a vehicle between October 2, 2023 and September 30, 2024 should expect to receive a supplemental motor vehicle tax bill.  Failure to receive a bill does not relieve or excuse the obligation of the tax due per CT General Statute Sec. 12-130.

Checks may be mailed to:  Colebrook Tax Collector, PO Box 5, Colebrook, CT 06021 or you can pay on line at www.townofcolebrook.org.  Office hours are Mon, Wed & Thur 9:00 am-12:00, & February 3, 2025 9 am-1 pm.

 

Laura Bartlett, CCMC

Tax Collector

lbartlett@colebrooktownhall.org

(860) 379-3359 X204

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Town Referendum for Wind Colebrook South Tax Stabilization Agreement — Voting Takes Place Tuesday, December 10th, Noon until 8 p.m. at Town Hall

The referendum passed 192 to 134.

On Monday, December 9th, there will be a brief special town meeting at 8 p.m., adjourning to referendum on Tuesday, December 10th, when taxpayers will have an opportunity to consider a proposed 20-year, $4.9 million tax stabilization agreement with Wind Colebrook South. Polls will be open on Tuesday, December 10th, from noon to 8 p.m.
Absentee ballots are available in the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. today through Thursday; 8:30 a.m.-noon on Friday; and 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Monday). Requests must be made in person and will only be issued for the individual making the request, except in the case of illness rendering the applicant unable to appear. Details are available through the Town Clerk’s office.
The special town meeting adjourning to referendum (similar to the process we follow for the approval of our annual town and Region 7 budgets in May) is a statutory requirement and does not allow for public discussion of (or a vote on) the referendum question.
Unlike municipal, state and federal elections, any property owner with $1,000 in assessed value is eligible to vote on December 10th.
Please let me know if you have any questions, or contact Town Clerk Debi McKeon at dmckeon@colebrooktownhall.org<mailto:dmckeon@colebrooktownhall.org>.
Cordially,
Brad Brad Bremer Colebrook First Selectman 860.379.3359 ext. 202 bbremer@colebrooktownhall.org
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Colebrook Election Results

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Colebrook Board of Education Agreements

NOTICE

TOWN OF COLEBROOK

Notice is hereby given that signed copies of the following Colebrook Board of Education Agreements are on file at the Town Clerk’s Office for public inspection during regular business hours:

  1. Contract of Employment Superintendent of Schools between the Colebrook Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools for the period of July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027; and
  2. Professional Agreement between the Colebrook Board of Education and the Principal for the period of July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026;

Dated at Colebrook, Connecticut, this 18th day of July, 2024. 

Debra L. McKeon, MCTC

Colebrook Town Clerk

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