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Conservation staff report: grant denial, Mill Hollow plantings and Rooster River litter boom ribbon cutting
Summary
Staff reported that a National Coastal Resiliency Fund pre‑proposal for Riverside Drive tide-gate replacement was denied; highlighted nearly $4,000 in plantings at Mill Hollow restoration; and announced a Rooster River litter‑boom ribbon cutting at 10:00 a.m. on June 23, 2026.
During its June 16 meeting the Fairfield Conservation Department briefed the commission on staff projects and outreach activities.
Staff said the department’s pre‑proposal to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s National Coastal Resiliency Fund (NRF) for a Riverside Drive tide‑gate replacement did not pass the screening stage. The department said it requested roughly $1.2 million for that project but the pre‑proposal was denied.
Staff also reported substantial progress at Mill Hollow open‑space restoration: nearly $4,000 in plants have been installed under a restoration plan and staff are hand‑watering and protecting young plants from deer using temporary deterrents. The department said more than 1,000 native plants were installed in recent weeks and that the work will continue across multiple growing seasons.
The commission recognized seasonal employees and volunteers and announced a ribbon cutting for a Rooster River litter‑boom installation at 10:00 a.m. on June 23, 2026, involving Connecticut DOT, the City of Bridgeport, Harbor Watch, and the boom manufacturer. Staff also promoted upcoming outreach events, including the shellfish commission’s clamming clinic and pollinator‑week bio‑blitz activities.
Staff said purchasing for a departmental book collection is in process with an expected seven‑month lead time. The commission thanked the staff and volunteers for their work and encouraged attendance at community events.
