Town Of Coventry, CT - Manager's Office

06/12/2026

Thank you to our Fireworks sponsors! You can still donate to support next year's event. Scan the QR code below or visit https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2702/campaign/7846/overview

🎆 Fireworks Friday! 🎆

Today, we are excited to recognize The Merchants at Storrs Commons and the Taylor Family Trust for their generous Platinum Sponsorship of the 2026 Coventry Fireworks!

Their support helps make this beloved community tradition possible and brings thousands of residents and visitors together for an unforgettable night on Coventry Lake.

Thanks to sponsors like these and the incredible generosity of our community, we have officially surpassed our $30,000 fundraising goal for the 2026 Coventry Fireworks! 🎉

While we've reached our goal, donations are still being accepted. Any funds raised beyond our 2026 expenses will roll over to support the 2027 Coventry Fireworks, helping ensure this tradition continues for years to come.

We're also working toward another important goal: reaching 100 donors. Every donation—whether from an individual, family, organization, or local business—demonstrates the community spirit that makes Coventry such a special place.

Please join us in thanking The Merchants at Storrs Commons and the Taylor Family Trust for their commitment to our community! 👏

💥 Want to be part of the 100 supporters helping keep this tradition alive? Scan the QR code or click the donation link in the comments.

06/12/2026

At this month's radio interview with Wayne Norman of Good Company WILI 1400 & 95.3, Town Manager James Drumm talked about a few things going on in Coventry, including the next round of proposed budget amendments, the upcoming Public Hearing on proposed changes to the Town Charter, the Coventry Farmers' Market, and last but most definitely not least, the popularity of Bo, Coventry's #1 dog for 2026. You can listen to the interview at the link below.

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06/11/2026

Governor Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol as Heat Wave Arrives.

Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Visiting www.211ct.org or Calling 2-1-1.

Governor Ned Lamont has announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a multi-day stretch of severely hot and humid conditions, he is directing the state’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026, and continuing until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

During this period, temperatures are expected to exceed 90 degrees each day, meeting the National Weather Service (NWS) definition of a heat wave, with the heat index reaching or exceeding 100 degrees at times. Heat advisories have been issued by NWS for most of the state. Conditions are expected to be the most severe around the inland areas.

This is the first time this year the protocol has been activated. Its purpose is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the severely hot and humid conditions. While the protocol is enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 to make sure that information regarding cooling centers is available statewide, providing a location for those in need of relief.

Cooling centers will be available throughout Connecticut. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by viewing the list that will be published online at www.211ct.org or calling 2-1-1.

Read the Governor's entire press release at this link: https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2026/06-2026/governor-lamont-activates-extreme-hot-weather-protocol-as-first-heat-wave-of-the-season-approaches?language=en_US

Need a cool spot in town? The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library is open until 8 PM today, 10 AM - 6 PM on Friday, and 10 AM - 3 PM on Saturday.

Press Release Homepage Governor Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol as Heat Wave of Approaches 6/10/2026 Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Visiting www.211ct.org or Calling 2-1-1 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating ...

06/10/2026

Great news about our fundraising goals for the 2026 Fireworks event. You can still donate to ensure the event's continuation in future years.

06/09/2026

On Friday, June 5th, the Coventry, CT Police Department celebrated the retirement of Officer Michelle Krukoff, who served 20 years with the Town of Coventry, preceded by 5 years with the Town of Ansonia. We wish her well in the next chapter of her life. L to R: Chief Eric Peterson; Officer Michelle Krukoff; Captain Jeffrey Spadjinske. Photo by James Drumm.

06/09/2026

The Town Council has scheduled a Public Hearing on Thursday, June 18, 2026 to receive comments and recommendations on proposed changes to the Town of Coventry Charter. The hearing will take place at 7:00 PM at Coventry High School Veterans Auditorium.

A legal notice for the hearing can be viewed at this link: https://www.coventry-ct.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10733/Charter-Revision-Public-Hearing-June-18-2026?bidId=

For more information about the Charter Revision Commission's work and proposed changes to date, see this page on the Town website: https://www.coventry-ct.gov/685/Charter-Revision-Commission

06/05/2026

FIREWORKS FRIDAY fundraising update. If you would like to donate, use the QR code or this link: https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2702/campaign/7846/overview?fbclid=IwY2xjawSC1dVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQRUZiYXVVNWtwSnQyNlV0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqwncDTzpuU0I0DwStqrLzCb15bFtraF7K1BXclzW9QOlsLp9svOnscdhHpg_aem_M4UnkWU_PZlg8W2q8VyzEQ

06/04/2026

Here is some helpful information about this new law that affects paddle craft.

* * FREE STICKER AT THIS LINK ONLY https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Boating/Safety/If-Found-Sticker * *

The FIRE DEPT does not have the stickers. Use this link https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Boating/Safety/If-Found-Sticker

New Connecticut Law as of May 20th. All unregistered paddle craft MUST display owners contact information. NOTE: Good rule of thumb is to use your number and someone close to you. If you go overboard your phone may go overboard with you.

FREE decal from the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection at this link. https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Boating/Safety/If-Found-Sticker

06/04/2026

Introducing Bo, Coventry's #1 Dog for 2026! Bo's name was chosen at random by the Town Clerk's office from the dog license renewal forms received by June 1. As a result, he receives the #1 dog tag this year. Bo belongs to Heather Hill. What a good-looking fellow. Congratulations!