City of Groton Mayor and Council - 8/3/26

City of Groton Mayor and Council · August 4, 2026

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Presentation: Proposed sale of five jointly‑owned parcels

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Mayor Ruskin opened a public hearing on whether the city should proceed with sale of five vacant parcels jointly owned by the city and the town of Groton, listing historical acquisition (1968 foreclosure), a 1966 sewer assessment of $2,923.73, and recorded joint‑ownership terms (town 85%, city 15%). The presenter noted city control over use while the agreement remains in effect and outlined purchase/termination/notice procedures, FEMA flood‑zone elevation requirements, and potential EPA water‑quality retention obligations for the Island Avenue parcel; the presenter recommended against selling

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Mayor and council held a public hearing Aug. 3, 2026 on whether to sell five vacant parcels jointly owned with the town of Groton; residents and commissions urged retaining the land as open space and asked the city to resolve procedural and title questions. The council later approved several routine resolutions, awarded a playground contract and adopted parking-related regulations and readings.

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