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Feb

NMFFPC Special Meeting Wednesday, FEB 26 at 6 PM regarding town Farming Regulation Revisions

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NMFFPC Special Meeting Wednesday, February 26 at 6 PM regarding town Farming Regulation Revisions

LINKS TO ALL DOCUMENTS ARE BELOW

Greetings,

As a follow up to our meeting on February 10th, I’ve attached a revised set of regulations.  Per our conversation, there are changes to:

  • Modified definitions to Agritourism, Farm Store. Farm and Working Farm
  • The percent of goods to be sold on farms and farm stores,
  • How special events are allowed/handled
  • Clarified heights for various farm building

I’ve also attached the set of regulations we reviewed on the 10th for comparison’s purpose.  Lastly, I’ve attached the agenda for Wednesday’s meeting, noting the earlier start time of 6 PM.

Please email me with any questions.

Steve

DOCUMENT LINKS:

2-26-25 Special Meeting Notice

Pub Mtg Draft 2.10.25

Pub Mtg Draft 2.25.25

25
Jan

NMFFPC Zoning Regulations Amendments Proposed

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NMFFPC Zoning Regulations Amendments Proposed

The Farmland and Forest Preservation Committee has prepared a series of amendments to the town’s zoning regulations in order to protect our existing farms and provide certainty for the farmers to grow with the understanding that normal operations and expansions will not be met with undue burden and regulatory oversight.

The proposed regulations are meant to codify activities that are already occurring on many of our farms now but are not necessarily permitted or not permitted.  The concern from the farmer’s standpoint is, what happens if a complaint is made to the town and the activity is not codified in the existing code?  While the town has adopted a Right to Farm Ordinance, it does not cover all situations and does not supersede local zoning law.  In addition, the lack of definition in the regulations puts Town Staff in a difficult predicament should they receive a complaint.   These regulations are not intended to provide blanket immunity to farmers, they are intended to provide flexibility and safeguards for our farmers, while also providing the necessary guardrails to protect their neighbors.

Zoning Commission meetings happen the fourth Tuesday of every month in Town Hall (Loretta Brickley Conference room) at 7 PM.  The next scheduled meeting is January 28.

Click here to see what zoning regulations are impacted.

 

18
Jan

NCTFA Farmer 2 Farmer Conference 10:00-4:30 PM in Meriden

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NCTFA Farmer 2 Farmer Conference 10:00-4:30 PM in Meriden

About this event

On January 25, 2025, dig into the New Connecticut Farmer Alliance’s second annual Farmer 2 Farmer Conference 🌱

At this event, farmers lead the way—because who better to learn from than fellow farmers? Dive into workshops and discussions led by Connecticut farmers, learn how to advocate for farmer needs with our elected officials, and vote for the best invention at our Farm Hack competition.

Not only is this information-packed conference FREE, but we’ve got you covered with a complimentary breakfast and lunch! Don’t forget to bring your extra seeds for an epic seed swap.

Register NOW. (Please note, the conference is free to all. Any contributions help support other NCTFA advocacy throughout the year.)

Funding for this event is provided by USDA-NIFA-BRDP Award #2023-49400-4087, USDA-NIFA Award #2024-70003-41449, and Pennsylvania Certified Organic.

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