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Reminder! Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, Sept. 23
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) is a program to provide a safe management option to keep HHW out of the solid waste stream. See news release for important changes!
09/21/2017
The CT Challenge riders will be on Westport Roads Saturday, July 29
The 2017 CT Challenge Bicycle Ride will be starting/ending at the Fairfield County Hunt Club on Long Lots Rd on Saturday July 29. This event uses a staggered start but the majority of riders will be on the road between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. The route for this ride takes riders on multiple roads on the east side of Westport.
07/28/2017
Designated Cooling Center Hours announced for Thursday and Friday
The Westport Center for Senior Activities, 21 Imperial Ave., will be open to the public Thursday and Friday as an officially designated “cooling center” from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Friday, July 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m
07/20/2017
Memorial Day Parade Schedule for Monday, May 29
The Town of Westport Memorial Day Parade will begin at 9 a.m. on Riverside Avenue. The parade route travels north on Riverside Avenue, turns right onto Post Road East, then turns left onto Myrtle Avenue. Services will be held on Veterans Green immediately following the parade.
05/26/2017 4:30 PM
P&R Commission to Hold Special Meeting Thursday, May 25
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a Special Public Meeting on Thursday, May 25 at 7:30 pm in the Town Hall auditorium. The purpose of the meeting is to determine whether to repair and renovate the current Compo Beach bathhouse and pavilion structure or replace the structure with a new facility.
05/18/2017
WWHD to Hold Free Skin Cancer Screening on May 7
The Westport Weston Health District (WWHD) and Fairfield County Dermatologists will host its annual free Skin Cancer Screening on Sunday, May 7 from 9 – 11:30 a.m. at the Health District Offices. Screening is free and no appointment is necessary.
05/01/2017
Drug Take-Back Day scheduled for Saturday, April 29 at the Health District
The Westport Police Department will be participating in another nationwide “Drug Take Back Day” to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from our nation's homes.
04/24/2017
Town Hall Will Be Closed Tuesday, March 14
Due to the anticipated storm, Westport Town Hall will be closed Tuesday, March 14, 2017. All public meetings scheduled for tomorrow have been canceled and will be rescheduled as appropriate
03/13/2017
First Selectman's Statement About Blizzard Warning
A blizzard warning is in effect throughout Fairfield County and is anticipated to heavily impact the area late tonight through Tuesday. Westport Schools and Town Offices will be closed Tuesday. There are several factors that may make this storm dangerous....
03/13/2017
TEAM Westport and The Westport Library Announce Anonymity Option for Teen Diversity Essay Contest
TEAM Westport and the Westport Library have announced that applicants who submit an essay for the 2017 Diversity Essay Contest will have the option of remaining anonymous to the general public
02/23/2017
P&Z Commission to Review Text Amendment to Zoning Regulations at Feb. 2 Meeting
On Feb. 2, 2017, the P&Z Commission is scheduled to review an amendment to the Zoning Regulations which proposes to add a new zoning district and standards to the zoning regulations, General Business District/Residential zone (GBD/R) .
01/26/2017
Update to 2007 Plan of Conservation & Development Online Survey Available for Westport Residents
For those residents who did not attend the meeting but wish to participate, the P&Z Commission is conducting an on-line survey to obtain additional input to the POCD.
01/17/2017
Senior Center Open Today as Warming Center Until 3 P.M.
The Westport Center for Senior Activities will be open today as a warming center only from 8:30 to 3 pm. There will be NO classes or activities due to the storm. The public is welcome to come have a cup of coffee, utilize the internet and stay comfortable. Regular activities and classes will resume on Monday at 7:30 am.
12/17/2016
Police Department Announces 2016 Holiday Toy Drive
The Westport Police Department Local Union #2080 and Police Benevolent Association will be hosting their annual Holiday Toy Drive, which provides toys for underprivileged children throughout Fairfield County and beyond.
11/28/2016
Center for Senior Activities will Hold Open House Nov. 13
First Selectman Jim Marpe and the Westport Center for Senior Activities Enhancement Committee is inviting the public to an Open House on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016 from 2-4 p.m. at the Westport Center for Senior Activities (21 Imperial Avenue).
11/09/2016
Not Registered Yet? Still Want to Vote?
The deadline for registering to vote at the polls on Nov. 8 has passed. Residents who are not currently registered but would like to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 8 must come to Election Day Registration. Location: Town Hall Auditorium, 110 Myrtle Avenue Time: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
11/03/2016
Town Clerk Announces Special Saturday Hours for Absentee Voting on Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 12 noon
The Town Clerk’s office will be open for absentee voting this Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. These special office hours are scheduled to accommodate voters applying for an ABSENTEE BALLOT to vote in the PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION to be held Nov. 8
10/31/2016
Annual Halloween Parade set for Thursday, Oct. 27
The Children’s Halloween Parade will take place on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016. This event is for all children, especially those 8 and under. In case of inclement weather, festivities will be take place in Town Hall at 3:30 p.m.
10/19/2016
Absentee Ballots Available From the Town Clerk's Office
Absentee ballots for the Presidential Election, to be held Tuesday, Nov 8, are available at the Town Clerk's office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The application is also available on-line here: https://voterregistration.ct.gov/OLVR/welcome.do
10/07/2016
Household Hazardous Waste Collection set for Sept. 24
The town will host its Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Westport Weston Health District, 180 Bayberry Lane. Collection will occur RAIN OR SHINE
09/19/2016