See Agenda attached
Posted in Easton Government, Saddle Ridge, Town meetings
There is an application to the Trumbull and Easton Conservation Commissions for a dense development in Easton and Trumbull very close to the Mill River and the ALT and South Park Properties.
The Trumbull Inland Wetlands Commission has scheduled their public hearing to commence December 4, 2025 at 6PM. Please see the link to the agenda attached below
Posted in Town meetings, South Park
Citizens for Easton mourns the passing of our friend and fellow board member, Howard S. Raabe, Jr., who died peacefully at home on October 7, 2025. Though Howard had joined CFE’s board only a year or so ago, his presence and contributions were immediately felt.
An accomplished architect and longtime Easton resident, Howard brought a meticulous eye and deep appreciation for the town’s natural and historic character to all he did. His enthusiasm and hands-on help were instrumental in organizing this year’s 16th Annual CFE Farm Tour—an event that celebrates Easton’s agricultural heritage and community spirit. Howard’s thoughtful approach, creative ideas, and steady commitment made the event one of our most memorable.
Beyond his work with CFE, Howard’s life reflected his devotion to preservation and community. He was deeply involved in historic restoration projects, served as senior warden at Calvary St. George’s Episcopal Church in Bridgeport, and poured care into both architecture and music—singing in local choirs and writing “The Dragon Slayer,” his weekly church commentary.
Howard’s passing came as a great shock to all who knew him. His kindness, gentle humor, and generous spirit will be dearly missed by his fellow board members and by the wider Easton community. Citizens for Easton extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. Howard’s dedication to preserving what makes Easton special will remain part of our shared legacy.
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Posted in Easton Government, South Park, Trout
Posted in Easton Government, Saddle Ridge
The public hearing scheduled for November 13th has been canceled and rescheduled for Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Town Council Chambers at Trumbull Town Hall. Public comment will be taken at that time. The hearing has been rescheduled because the applicant’s notice letters to neighbors were not sent by the applicant in a timely manner. In order to legally comply with Trumbull’s regulations.
See next post below for more information
Posted in Town meetings, In The Press, South Park
There is an application to the Trumbull and Easton Conservation Commissions for a dense development in Easton and Trumbull very close to the Mill River and the ALT and South Park Properties.
The Trumbull Inland Wetlands Commission has scheduled their public hearing to commence November 13, 2025 at 6PM. Please see the link to the agenda attached below which includes reports from experts, maps and testimony from the public
Tonight is the first official Planning and Zoning Meeting in which the “special permit application Conservation Development” will be discussed. The discussion will center around whether the Commission shall retain a consultant civil engineer and/or environmental professional to review, comment, and guide deliberations on the technical aspects of the proposed subdivision.
There are also other important items on the agenda that will have a notable impact on the town, which are the review of the draft for the “Local Historic Structures” Zoning incentive regulations, and Special Permit for a private school on property located at 405 Sport Hill Rd – Public Hearing 11/4/25.
While there is apparently no public comment you can sit in and listen to the decision making process. Plus, your presence makes an impact. You can also join online agenda attached.
There is an application to the Trumbull Inland Wetland and Watercourses Commission for a dense development in Easton and Trumbull very close to the Mill River and the ALT and South Park Properties.
The Trumbull Commission has scheduled public hearing to commence October 7, 2025. Minutes from the September 2 meeting are attached below.
There are not yet any applications before Easton P&Z or Inland Wetlands Commission as there is a dispute over the fee due to the Inland Wetlands Commission. (Minutes attached below)
We are very concerned about the potential pollution this project may cause to the Mill River as well as the ALT and Town property. We urge you to closely monitor the proceedings
There is also a link to a statement from 1st Selectman Tesoro below
Link to Information on Plum Tree Lane Development Proposal – Statement from First Selectman Tesoro https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2888
Posted in Preserving Easton, South Park
For more than half a century, Citizens for Easton (CFE) has been dedicated to a clear and unwavering mission: preserving Easton’s rural character, protecting our natural resources, and safeguarding the watershed that encompasses most of our town. Since our founding, we have approached these goals with the conviction that conservation transcends politics. Our work—whether advocating for three-acre zoning, supporting responsible stewardship of open space, or educating residents about threats to our watershed—has always reflected this founding principle.
Recently, it came to my attention that certain claims circulating in town allege that CFE has endorsed a political party or platform in the run-up to this November’s selectmen election. I want to state, in the clearest possible terms, that nothing could be further from the truth.
Citizens for Easton does not endorse parties or candidates, and takes no political positions. We never have and we never will. This is a core tenet of our bylaws and has been the foundation of our reputation within the community.
Over my many years of service on the board, CFE has never strayed from its primary purpose — to protect Easton’s unique open spaces, maintain three-acre zoning, support our farmers, and ensure our watershed and rural landscape remain intact for future generations. We believe our mission’s clarity and our refusal to engage in partisanship are exactly why the organization has earned the community’s trust for 53 years.
CFE’s effectiveness depends entirely on this trust. Our ability to unite residents behind our cause comes from our singular focus, which is to ensure that the environmental health and character of Easton endure, regardless of political changes in town hall. Preservation, not politics, is our mandate.
As Election Day approaches, I urge all residents to remember that CFE will continue to serve as a vigilant, nonpartisan steward of the town’s irreplaceable watershed and natural spaces. Our only “endorsement” is for the land, water, and rural heritage that make Easton extraordinary.
— Verne Gay, President, Citizens for Easton
August 25, 2025
Posted in Preserving Easton
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