A perfect opportunity : Possible solar project pegged for Wilton landfill
J.D. Freda
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An aerial shot of the joint solar field in Middletown, shared by Wilton and Weston. The field went live at the end of December 2019. The new proposed field would be squarely in Wilton, utilizing a landfill.Contributed photo /
WILTON The town may soon have a solar energy option, with a metering station and solar field being discussed as a possible project on a landfill in town.
The landfill, which Department of Public Works and Facilities Chris Burney said encapsulates 71 acres, is being pegged as the possible location due to its size, terrain and inability to utilize the land otherwise.
Connecticut Housing Partners is planning to expand its affordable housing presence into Monroe, CT Written by Robin Jerrild
Trumbull, CT - Connecticut Housing Partners has proposed to construct 49-units of affordable housing for Seniors on Main Street in Monroe. The plan was well-received during a Planning and Zoning Commission at the end of January. the plan is to build a three-story New England style building for residents age 62 and older on Main Street in Monroe as an attractive and well-designed project on a site naturally buffered from neighborhood impacts.
Connecticut Housing Partner s attorney said, This project would benefit Monroe especially its Senior Citizens! It s something that everybody could be proud of. One of the Commissioners in attendance said, I think this is a beautiful plan that fills a great need in our town for our aging population and our ability to keep them here.