WATER MAIN BREAK ON MAIN STREET REPAIR
On the morning September 19th the Southbury Emergency Management Office and our Communications Center received multiple reports of “water bubbling up” on Main Street South. Southbury’s Police, Public Works, Fire Marshal, and Emergency Management Departments responded to the site and found what appeared to be a water main break.
Connecticut Water Company was notified, responded to the scene, and confirmed the issue. Several schools were closed early, and water tankers were dispatched to provide water to two assisted living facilities that were affected.
The Housatonic Valley Health District was also notified and provided restaurants, hair and nail salons, and day care facilities closing and reopening information.
It is worth noting my observation at the scene was that the new traffic lights were instrumental in keeping the flow of traffic moving and limiting congestion in the area.
Thank you to Southbury’s Emergency Response Team who coordinated the response with professionalism resulting in the efficient and timely repair of the water main.
CT DOT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
The Connecticut Department of Transportation held an information meeting on September 9th in Town Hall for the public to learn about and ask questions regarding the temporary bridge replacement project on Route 67 over South Branch Bullet Hill Brook. Attendees were able to discuss their concerns and ask questions regarding the project. If you could not attend and are interested in learning more, you can view the video here.
SOUTHBURY CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING & AWARDS DINNER
I would like to extend my congratulations to the outstanding community and business leaders who were recipients of the 2025 Southbury Chamber Awards. The Chamber presented the awards at their Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner held on September 27th.
This year’s honorees were:
- Unsung Hero Award: Chuck Litty of Sustainable Southbury
- New Business of the Year: Andrew and Meghan Jefts of AM Coffee & Co.
- Community Leader of the Year: Tammy Lee Dunn of The Cottage at Main
- Business of the Year: Christy Greco of The Local Gourmet
L to R: State Representative Jason Buchsbaum, Chuck Litty, Andrew & Meghan Jefts, Tammy Lee Dunn,
Christy Greco, & Southbury Chamber Board of Directors Chairwoman Danielle Hawthorne
Photo Credit: Southbury Chamber.
ANIMAL CONTROL
Southbury Animal Control Officer Kristin Cedor is one of several Animal Control Officers asked by State Animal Control Officer Charles DellaRocco to participate in the last day of this year’s Animal Control Academy on Practical Day at Hammonasset Beach State Park on Tuesday, October 7th. Practical day is when new officers go station to station and put what they have learned into use.
THROUGH THE LENS
L-R: State Representative Jason Buchsbaum, First Selectman Jeff Manville, Barbara Manville
My wife, Barbara, and I were happy to see so many Southbury residents and businesses supporting Ann’s Place at their annual fundraiser, Through the Lens, on last Tuesday evening September 30th at the Heritage Hotel and Conference Center. The event celebrated a special portrait photography series by local photographers, hair and makeup artists, and community cancer survivors. The purpose of the event was to raise money for and create awareness of Ann’s Place, a non-profit that provides comfort, support, and resources to people in our community living with cancer, and their loved ones, all at no charge.
SOUTHBURY SENIOR CENTER
The Southbury Senior Center has reached their goal of surpassing 1,000 memberships. The Senior Center’s new expanded hours have been influential in achieving this milestone, as well as the 32% increase in transportation use over the same months last year.
The Senior Center Newsletter has been published for October and is jam-packed with their latest list of opportunities: art and crafts, health and beauty programs; support groups; senior-focused information sessions, and more. Join in the fun at celebrations such as Oktoberfest on October 9th and a Halloween Party on October 30th.
SAVE THE DATE!
October 18 - Southbury Fall Festival and Outdoor Movie Night featuring the movie Hocus Pocus.
October 19 - Public Safety Day & Open House. Demonstrations and tours with your local first responders.
For more information on what’s happening in Southbury, please visit our Upcoming Events webpage.