
Farmington ZBA Denies Poplar Hill Garage Variance After 3‑3 Split
Exact quotes drive home why Farmington’s ZBA split 3‑3 over Andrew Ritchie’s Poplar Hill garage bid, citing “personal hardship,” tree loss, and slope debates.
Exact quotes drive home why Farmington’s ZBA split 3‑3 over Andrew Ritchie’s Poplar Hill garage bid, citing “personal hardship,” tree loss, and slope debates.
Clickable guide to every Farmington board, committee, and commission from mid‑June through mid‑July—what’s on, what’s cancelled, and where to click for the agenda.
Two locals achieve instant notoriety in Farmington’s latest arrest log—proof our “Always last to breaking news” mantra ages like museum‑grade air at Farmington Storage.
Opening Gavel 💧 The Water Pollution Control Authority convened on June 11, 2025 to approve minutes from the May 14 session—motion, second, unanimous “aye.” Full meeting video: watch on YouTube. May by the Numbers Engineer Brian showed a four‑year chart: 2025 nitrogen remains 10–15 % under the previous years despite wet weather. Storm‑Driven Field Reports ⚙️ Date Site Issue Fix Cause…
Bond cash, helmet law, e‑bike face‑plant—Farmington’s bike wonks chew through $80 M of trail talk before hitting adjournment.
Council salutes students, educators, police, and clergy; adds historic homes, expands regional 911 service with Avon, and green‑lights $1.4 million in roadwork, while the town manager gets a new contract.
Always last to breaking news, we unpack Farmington’s lone arrest—reckless gun‑play on New Britain Ave—while vacuum‑sealing gratitude for our sponsor’s “museum‑air” storage marvel.
Farmington’s Board of Education honored outgoing Superintendent Kathleen C. Greeter, confronted a rocky bus contract, and previewed summer learning—leaving cupcakes in its wake.
TPZ grants CR→C‑1, special permit, and dual waivers for 22‑unit contractor park; cites Article 4 §2 standards and 1988 buffer rule precedent.
5:56 a.m. arrest, $50K bond, and a gentle presumption of innocence—plus thanks to [Farmington Storage] for the museum‑air vibes 😎