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Guilford selectmen back two Neighborhood Assistance Act applications after public hearing
Summary
The Selectmen recommended two nonprofit projects — a Sarah Foundation housing conversion and HVAC upgrades at Stony Creek Seaside Hall — for inclusion in Connecticut—s 2026 Neighborhood Assistance Act program after public presentations and Q&A about budgets and eligibility.
The Guilford Board of Selectmen on June 15 recommended two local nonprofit projects for the state Neighborhood Assistance Act tax‑credit program following a public hearing.
A representative of the Sarah Foundation told the board the nonprofit seeks roughly $100,000 to convert an existing lower level at a group home into a two‑bedroom apartment, with the budget covering insulation, energy‑efficient appliances, doors and windows and other build‑out costs. "We are looking to add some additional housing in the lower level ... to create a two‑bedroom apartment," the representative said. Selectmen pressed on whether the request fits the program's energy‑efficiency focus; the presenter said the build‑out will include energy‑efficient measures and that the $100,000 figure is a rough estimate, not a finalized line‑item budget.
Joe Mooney, representing the Stony Creek Fif and Drum Corps, described a proposal to improve HVAC and moisture protection at Seaside Hall, 215 Thimble Island Road. "Our proposal is to improve the HVAC system by installing a mini split on the first floor in addition to having some moisture proof insulation," he said, and confirmed the group is submitting through Guilford this year because the neighboring town is not participating.
Selectmen asked whether the program represents town expenditures; staff clarified the assistance program is a state tax‑credit mechanism that enables businesses to contribute and receive credits, and that the town acts only as a recommending authority. The board also asked applicants about audit requirements for awards at or above $100,000; the Sarah Foundation representative said the organization is prepared for the audit requirement.
After brief discussion about administration and eligibility, the board voted to recommend both applicants to the Neighborhood Assistance Act program. The vote was recorded as carried by those present.
