Local Barber Voted "Best"

Eight years ago Mark Fernicola decided he was ready for a career change. He decided to become a barber and this year Ferni’s Barbershop was nominated to the New Haven Register’s “Best Of.”

“Ferni”...

EDC Annoucnes Woodbridge Bucks Program

The Woodbridge Economic Development Commission is proud to announce “Woodbridge Bucks.” The program is designed to encourage residents to shop, dine and try Woodbridge and to support local businesses.  

This February the EDC wi...

Cafe Rebelde ties coffee with social justice

There’s a new online coffee vendor in Woodbridge – Café Rebelde.

Café Rebelde is run by wife and husband team Carissa and Mauriel Vega. “We wanted to start a family business,” explains Carissa, ...

Deli Delish Reopens with New Owner

Deli Delish had been operating under a new owner for about a month before the COVID-19 pandemic struck.  When everyone started to work from the home the lunch crowd dried up and the deli closed for three months. It recently re-opened.

New owner Ra...

Restaurants May Apply for Outdoor Seating

An Executive Order from Governor Lamont allows restaurants to add or expand outdoor seating. To do so restaurants must fill out a zoning permit online and must comply with the State regulations regarding outdoor seating. 

Chip In A Bottle is Open

Woodbridge has a new source for chocolate, cookies, gelato and espresso-based drinks. Chip in a Bottle, 26 Selden St., will hold its grand opening on Dec. 13 from noon to 8 pm. Samples will be available and there will be a cake cutting.

First Selectman Bet...

Simply Dance Studio Opens in Woodbridge

Amanda Malizia moved her business, Simply Dance Studio, to Woodbridge because she was looking for a welcoming business community.

She had moved her studio around a few times looking for a long-term home. A friend and client had recently opened a business i...

New Faces, Familiar Vibe at the Children’s Divorce Center

There’s a new face but a familiar vibe and goal in the historic building at 88 Bradley Road. The building, formerly known as the Children’s Divorce Center, which has been in operation for 40 years, was recently acquired by Carolyn Wilk...

Smoothie Shop Opens

Rise & Grind Nutrition opened in mid October at 1652 Litchfield Turnpike and the public is invited to a Grand Opening on Sunday Nov. 10 from 8:30am-4:00pm. The first 25 people in line will receive a free swag bag of goodies and there will be raffles, ...

New Life is Coming to 88 Bradley Road

New life is coming to 88 Bradley Road, the taupe stucco building on the corner of Bradley Road and Lunar Drive. The building was purchased by 88 Bradley Road LLC in 2018 and now has two tenants and is in the midst of renovations and attracting more tenant...

Web Company Moves to Woodbridge from New Haven

Harris Web Works recently moved to Woodbridge from New Haven. The company of five moved from the New Haven coworking space Agora (formerly The Grove) to 245 Amity in March.

Harris Web Works focuses on building ecommerce systems for businesses, particularly...

New Nail Salon Opens in Woodbridge

Ceci’s Nails opened for business in mid-December in the 214 Amity Road shopping plaza, next door to the newly expanded Lucky Soul Tattoo.

Ceci’s Nails, owned by Cecilia Bermeo, offers waxing, eyelash extensions, facials, manicures, pedicures and eyebrow th...

VITA Virtual Tax Assistance

While the IRS has extended the tax deadline until May 17 this year due to all the tax changes necessitated by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, unfortunately our Woodbridge VITA team is no longer accepting clients for telephone intakes.

There are still...

Preliminary Municipal Election Results

Due to the close nature of the votes there was a recount on Thursday for the Zoning Board of Appeals and Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate. The recount did not change the outcome of the election.

Board of Selectmen:First Selectman Beth Heller, Paul Kuriako...

Announcing Second Saturdays!

This summer, residents are invited to the Woodbridge Town Center Campus for free family fun on the second Saturday of each month.

The “Second Saturday” series will run from May through September and will be hosted jointly by the Human Services, Library, an...

Call of Annual Town Meeting

Link to participate in the Annual Town Meeting: https://woodbridgect.webex.com/woodbridgect/onstage/g.php?MTID=e3c29802feb285f742399e740da229f79

People may also listen by calling 408-418-9388 and using access code 173 724 1043; the meeting will be broadcas...

Home Repair Loans Available

Interest-free loans for certain home repairs are available to qualified Woodbridge residents. 

The State of Connecticut Small Cities Housing Rehabilitation Program provides interest-free loans to replace furnaces, roofs, windows, and septic system...

Preliminary Budget Hearing is Monday April 19

The Board of Finance's Preliminary Budget Hearing will be on Monday April 19 at 7:30 pm. The hearing will be virtual and the public may participate via this link. The hearing will also be broadcast live on Channel 79 and YouTube WGATV79. ...

Municipal Election is May 3

The Municipal election will be held on May 3 from 6 am to 8 pm in the Center Gym at 4 Meetinghouse Lane. The Regional School District 5 budget referendum is on Wednesday May 5 from 6AM to 8PM in the Center Gym, a copy of the budget is available on the Reg...

‘Woodbridge Bike Route’ Crowdfunding Campaign Successful!

The Woodbridge Bike Route crowdfunding campaign ended early because it was so successful! Residents were asked to help raise $7500 which would be matched by Sustainable CT to create an on-road bike route with a few bike racks and safety features. The camp...

Town Holds Earth Day Event

Clean out your closets this Earth Day – residents are invited to bring many recyclable and reusable items to the Library Lawn on Saturday April 24 from 9-11 am.  Masks will be required; no public restroom will be available.

“I...

Virtual Welcome Coffee for New Residents

All new Woodbridge residents are invited to a virtual Welcome Coffee on April 1 at 9:30 a.m. organized by the ad hoc Community Council.These welcome coffees will be held quarterly. The next ones will be held on July 1 and Oct. 1.First Selectman Beth Helle...

Musicians Sought for Woodbridge Unplugged

The Woodbridge Town Library and Town of Woodbridge are organizing informal outdoor acoustic concerts this spring and summer.

The Woodbridge Unplugged concerts will be a fun, free and safe way for residents to come together, enjoy each other’s com...

Help Transform "the Grove"

Please share your opinion on how to improve “the Grove” – the space between the Old Firehouse and the Library. 

This area currently hosts a bocce court, shuffleboard court, a few picnic tables, shade trees and boulder...

Crowdfunding campaign launched for ‘Woodbridge Bike Route’

The Town of Woodbridge is working to create a bike route and bike/pedestrian safety amenities in and around the center of town. The bike route -- a five mile route linking several destinations, including Amity Regional High School, the Town Center Campus,...

Town offers compost bins and rain barrels at discounted pricing

The Town has joined our regional partner, South Central Regional Council of Governments, to offer discounted compost bins and rain barrels to residents. 

Backyard composting is an excellent strategy for homeowners to reduce waste and lower their c...

COVID-19 Vaccine Update

Woodbridge Human Services department continues to help residents get vaccinated. 

Use the following resources to make an appointment:

-Call Yale for an appointment at their vaccine clinic sites: 203-688-1700 or go online.

-Call Griffin Hospital for ...

EDC Announces Woodbridge Bucks Program

The Woodbridge Economic Development Commission is proud to announce “Woodbridge Bucks.” The program is designed to encourage residents to shop, dine and try Woodbridge and to support local businesses.  

This February the EDC wi...

New Resident Welcome Coffee

All new residents are invited to a virtual Welcome Coffee on Friday Jan. 29 at 9:30 a.m. organized by the ad hoc Community Council.

First Selectman Beth Heller created the Community Council to organize events and other opportunities for Woodbridge resident...

Town Offers COVID-19 Tax Deferment Program

   Per Governor Lamont’s Executive Order 9R, the Town of Woodbridge is pleased to announce a Tax Deferment Program for eligible taxpayers impacted by COVID 19, by application only, which will apply to taxes due on January 1, 20...

Public Hearing Regarding Housing is Monday Jan. 4

The Woodbridge Town Plan and Zoning Commission (TPZ) will hold a public hearing on an application by 2 Orchard Road LLC and Open Communities Trust, LLC at a Special Meeting of the TPZ to be held on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021 at 6:00 pm via WebEx. &...

Walk-up COVID-19 testing Feb. 14

We will provide COVID-19 testing for asymptomatic individuals through Sema4 and the State. Test dates are this Sunday Jan. 17 and Sun Feb. 14 from 1:30-4:30 at the Town's Center Building Gym. 

If you have been exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms,...

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Town Prepares for Winter Storm

The Town of Woodbridge is taking steps to prepare for the winter storm.

 Tuesday afternoon First Selectman Beth Heller met with Woodbridge Police, Public Works, Human Services and Regional Animal Control department heads to coordinate the response...

Public Hearing Regarding Affording Housing

The Woodbridge Town Plan and Zoning Commission (TPZ) will hold a public hearing on an application by 2 Orchard Road LLC and Open Communities Trust, LLC at a Special Meeting of the TPZ to be held on Monday, November 30, 2020 at 6:00 pm via WebEx.  ...

Woodbridge election results

See the breakdown for the Woodbridge election results here:

Learn “How to Build a Diverse Family Library”

The Town of Woodbridge is proud to offer the second of a series of outreach initiatives dedicated to the topics of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. These “Community Conversations” have been developed by the Woodbridge ad-hoc Co...

COVID Testing Statement from the First Selectman

Statement from First Selectman Beth Heller:

Yesterday the Town organized a pop-up COVID clinic providing free tests. This event was done in conjunction with the State – the State has been encouraging all residents in orange- and red-alert towns t...

Election 101: Voting in person or absentee

The method you choose to vote this November is not an easy choice. Below are some details to help make your decision.

In Person Voting

Woodbridge will have in-person voting on November 3^rd at The Center Gym at 4 Meetinghouse Lane as usual.  Polls o...

Update on Proposed Application for a Cell Tower

Update:

At the 10/22 public hearing organized by the potential applicant the following documents were shared:

-Cell Tower Network Need-118 Newton Site Plan-Cell Tower Schematic Aerial-Cell Tower Viewshed Aerial-Cell Tower Health Effects of Radiofrequency Ra...

Voter Registration Deadlines

The deadlines for this year’s November election voter registration are:

Online -October 27^th midnight for online registration

Mail In -Mail in voter registration applications must be postmarked by October 27^th

In Person -October 27th in pe...

Town Offers Discounted Compost Bins and Composting Webinar

The Town of Woodbridge wants to encourage more residents to compost. Why?

Compost is great for your garden, your wallet, and our environment. It is easy to do, especially with the abundance of leaves falling in our yards.

Composting is the process of decomp...

DOT Overnight Tunnel Work

Election 101: Voter Registration

Be a “prepared voter, a patient voter, and a participating voter”

This is the first of a series of articles on voter education.  If you have a topic to include, please contact the registrars of voters and leave a message (203-3...

Town to Offer Storm Debris Pick Up

First Selectman Beth Heller and Public Works Director Warren Connors announced today that the Public Works Department will be providing a special brush and tree limb pick-up of Tropical Storm Isaias related debris.

Starting on Monday Aug. 17 the Public Wor...

Woodbridge Primary Results

Results for the Aug. 11 2020 Presidential Preference Primary are below:

State Senate Race for District 3

Jorge Cabrera: 139 votes at the polls; 460 absentee for a total of 599 votes

Justin Farmer: 151 votes at the polls; 191 absentee for a total of 342 votes...

Community Conversation to Feature Author Ed Gordon

The Town of Woodbridge is proud to offer the first of a series of outreach initiatives dedicated to the topics of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. These “Community Conversations” have been developed by the Woodbridge ad-hoc Com...

Statement from Chief Frank P. Cappiello regarding the death of George Floyd

Statement from Chief Frank P. Cappiello regarding the death of George Floyd:

The recent death of George Floyd while in police custody is understandably viewed with concern and frustration by the public and also by the dedicated men and women who strive to ...

State Organization Recognizes Woodbridge Administrative Officer/Finance Director

Woodbridge Administrative Officer and Finance Director Tony Genovese received the Certified Connecticut Municipal Official award at the recent Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM) annual conference in early December.  Genovese was one o...

Recycling in Woodbridge 'First Tuesday' Workshop

As part of an initiative that has recently begun,  the Commission on the Use of Publicly Owned Property (CUPOP) will host the third of its series of public information workshops on Sustainability topics. The 'First Tuesday' topic for September wi...

Can I recycle it?

Use the online "Recycle Wizard" to see if your item can be recycled.

Extended Office Hours for Property Tax Payment, or Pay Online

Woodbridge Property Tax bills are due on July 1 each year and residents have until August 1 to pay without penalty. Starting August 2, there is a state-mandated late fee of 1.5 percent from the due date, with a minimum interest charge of $2. For details, ...

Summer Concerts on the Green

The Town of Woodbridge invites you to enjoy our Summer Concerts on the Green, every Tuesday evening in July from 6 to 8pm.

Click the link below for details and performers scheduled.

Changes at the Transfer Station and Recycling Information

A scale was installed at the Transfer Station on May 31st to prepare for new rules regarding Solid Waste and Recycling. The Board of Selectmen have set new rates for Commercial Haulers who will be required to be weighed on the scale. Residents who utilize...

Temporary Closure of Baldwin Road Scheduled to Begin July 8th

The State DOT will be improving the intersection at Baldwin Road and Route 34 in Orange, beginning July 8th and continuing through early August. The following details have been shared with Woodbridge Police:

1. The closure will begin July 8^th at 12:01 and wil...

Can I recycle it?

Regional Animal Control requests information from the public

A deceased dog (gray, female pitbull) was found in a crate in a wooded area of Bethany on July 1st. If any member of the public has information, please contact Regional Animal Control officers by calling (203)389-5991.

Update: Traffic fatality on Amity Road 6/24 - witnesses asked to contact Police with information

A portion of Amity Road was closed due to a traffic accident on June 24th at approximately 3:20 pm. The Woodbridge Police Department has now provided an update -- see press release (link below).

The investigation is ongoing and Woodbridge Police ask that a...

Water Quality Workshop

As part of an initiative that has recently begun,  the Commission on the Use of Publicly Owned Property (CUPOP) will host the second of its series of public information workshops on Sustainability topics. The 'First Tuesday' topic for June will b...

Woodbridge Police Remind Community Members to Lock Their Cars

The Woodbridge Police Department is reminding residents to report suspicious activity and to secure their vehicles and garages following several recent thefts from locked and unlocked vehicles, all of which have occurred within the past few weeks during t...

Changes Coming Soon at the Transfer Station

A scale was installed at the Transfer Station on May 31st to prepare for new rules that will go into effect soon. A Public Hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, June 12 at 7:30pm regarding updates to the Woodbridge Town Ordinance for Solid Waste and Recycli...

Rid Litter Day Re-scheduled to Saturday, June 1st!

Due to rain, we had to cancel Rid Litter Day on April 28th but we it has now been rescheduled for Saturday, June 1 -- when several local organizations are coordinating their events in the Town Center campus. 

On this same day the Friends of the Li...

May 6th 2019 Town Election Re-Canvas Results

May 10, 2019 Updated Results

The Registrars of Voters have announced the results of the May 6th 2019 Town Election re-canvas of results which took place May 10th due to close vote totals. The outcome of the election did not change. (Click the link below to...

Invasive Plants Workshop

As the weather warms up, our lawns and gardens spring back to life. But among your cultivated plants and flowers, you may have also noticed some "invasive" plants which have been moving into our wooded areas, meadows, and backyards here in Woodb...

Preliminary Budget Hearing - Monday, April 22nd

The Town's Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2019-20 was presented at the Hearing, which took place at the Center Gym on 4/22/2019 at 7:30 pm. The public was invited to attend, ask questions and provide input.

To view details of the Preliminary Budget, cl...

Town Receives Annual Donation from Beth-Wood Baseball

Dwight Rowland, Beth-Wood Baseball League president, presented his group's annual donation to First Selectman Beth Heller who accepted the check on behalf of the Town of Woodbridge. This $3,000 donation check is given to help the Town make improvements to...

Voter Registration Sessions

The Woodbridge Registrars of Voters announce the following dates for voter registration sessions to be held at Town Hall, as required by Connecticut General Statutes, for the May 6, 2019 Municipal Election:

Monday, April 29, 2019 from 9am to 8pm a...

Community Garden Plots Available

The Town of Woodbridge owns a large parcel of land in the center of town known as the Fitzgerald Tract where the Woodbridge Community Gardens are located. Established in 1976, the Community Gardens are made up of individual plots made available for a smal...

Fundraiser May 11th to Benefit the Town's Animal Shelter

One Big Dog Animal Respite Fund, Inc., a local charitable organization that helps the Regional Animal Control shelter animals, will hold it's third annual "Run With The Big Dogs" fundraiser on Saturday, May 11. Proceeds from the fundraiser will ...

Take the Town's Trail Survey!

All trail users and potential trail users are invited to take the Town's trail survey. This short survey will help provide guidance to the Town's plan for trail maintenance. 

The plan will define priority areas for maintenance and also outline pot...

Community Resilience Building Workshop Summary of Findings

Workshop focuses on building resiliency

Given recent major weather events like last year's tornado and other recent storms experienced in Woodbridge, we find ourselves in a new era of more unpredictable and severe weather that can potentially cause more da...

Town Co-hosts Carpool Try It Day on March 28

The Town of Woodbridge  has partnered with CTrides, the JCC of Greater New Haven and Yale University to host a Carpool Try-It Day event to address traffic congestion.By registering and providing your commuting information through this form CTride...

Woodbridge Wears Red for Heart Disease Awareness

Employees of the Town of Woodbridge participated again this year in the American Heart Association’s Wear Red Day on Valentine’s Day, February 14^th to raise funds and support the fight against cardiovascular disease in women. 

Read on...

Closed for Presidents' Day on Monday

All Town offices, including the Town Library and the Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road,  will be closed for the Presidents' Day holiday on Monday, February 18th 2019.

Take the Video Tour of Woodbridge

Learn more about the community of Woodbridge by viewing our Video Tour -- click the image below to start.

Start Video Tour

Town Offices Closing at 2pm Today 2/12 Due to Winter Storm

All Town offices, including the Town Library and Recreation Department  will  close early today at 2pm Tuesday, February 12th. All activities and meetings scheduled for today have been cancelled. The Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road i...

Free Brush Disposal Through Saturday, February 9th

Due to the recent ice storm, the Town will make brush disposal free at the Transfer Station, now through Saturday, February 9th to facilitate clean-up efforts.

The Transfer Station is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Under normal circumst...

Winter Storm: Warming Center is open at 4 Meetinghouse Lane

After the winter storm this weekend, crews are working as fast as possible to restore power throughout town. Warming Center is open in the Center Building Cafeteria (4 Meetinghouse Lane) for residents to get warm and to charge devices.

As a reminder DO NOT...

New Donation Opportunities Help Beautify Woodbridge

The Town of Woodbridge has two new donation opportunities — benches and trees —for people looking to provide a lasting gift to the Town.

“One of my goals is to make the Town Center Campus a more attractive public gathering space,” says First Selectman Beth...

View the Meeting & Event Calendar

Stay up-to-date on the latest meetings and events happening in Woodbridge by visiting our calendar pages -- click the image at right.

Presentations of proposals for former-Country Club property on 12-17-2018

At the Special BOS Meeting December 17th in the Center Gym, two presentations were made regarding  proposals for the former-Country Club property. There was also an opportunity for public comment and questions to the developers. 

Presenta...

First Selectman Beth Heller's statement regarding Amity student concerns

First Selectman Beth Heller began the November 13, 2018 Board of Selectmen meeting with a brief statement regarding news reports of Amity students speaking out against anti-Semitic behaviors. Her full statement is posted below, or you may view this portio...

Public Information Session set for 12/17/2018 regarding proposals for former-Country Club property

There will be a Public Information Session at the Special BOS Meeting December 17th beginning at 7pm in the Center Gym, 4 Meetinghouse Lane. Updated presentations will be made regarding two proposals for the former-Country Club property, and there will be...

Selectmen hear proposals for the former-Country Club property

At a Special Meeting November 28th, the Board of Selectmen received presentations regarding two proposals for the former-Country Club property. Presentation material is available by clicking the links below. In addition,  video-recording of the m...

Town Plan & Zoning Commission to meet 12/3/2018 regarding adoption of Zoning Regulations

The Town Plan & Zoning Commission will meet on Monday, December 3 at 7:30 pm in the Main Meeting Room at Woodbridge Town Hall to consider the adoption of proposed Zoning Regulations for the Town of Woodbridge in their entirety, including retaining por...

Road Paving Schedule

Public Works will be milling and paving several roads this fall. Follow the link below to the Department's page for details.  

November 6th 2018 Election Results

UNOFFICIAL results of the November 6th 2018 election in Woodbridge are now available. Please click the link below to view the Head Moderators Return, as filed on 11-07-2018 at 12:40 pm and an updated Return, as filed on 11-14-2018.

Head Moderators Return -...

Veteran's Day Ceremony to be held Monday 11/12/2018 at 11:00 am

The annual Woodbridge Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, November 12th 2018. The ceremony will take place inside The Center Gym (4 Meetinghouse Lane). The program will include a history of the holiday, patriotic music, a memorial wr...

Get Ready to Vote - November 6th

Sample ballots for the November 6th election are now available online to review. Please click the link below to view the ballot for your State Senatorial District (either the 14th District or the 17th District) 

 14th State Senatorial Dis...

Town Plan & Zoning Commission to meet 12/3/2018 regarding adoption of Zoning Regulations

The Town Plan & Zoning Commission will meet on Monday, December 3 at 7:30 pm in the Main Meeting Room at Woodbridge Town Hall to consider the adoption of proposed Zoning Regulations for the Town of Woodbridge in their entirety, including retaining por...

Woodbridge Residents Invited to Upcoming Carpooling Information Sessions

The Town of Woodbridge invites residents to two events to learn about the benefits of carpooling and to find their carpool match. Carpooling saves money on parking and gas, reduces traffic and reduces participants’ carbon footprint.

The Town has partnered ...

Voter Registration Sessions

The Woodbridge Registrars of Voters announce the following dates for voter registration sessions to be held at Town Hall, as required by Connecticut General Statutes, for the November 6, 2018 Election:

Tuesday, October 2, 2018, 10am to 12pm  

Sessi...

Flood Information Sessions Announced: 10/10 and 10/11

The State of Connecticut is undertaking an Initial Damage Assessment (IDA) to estimate the extent of damage/loss sustained as a result of the severe weather/flooding which occurred on 25-26 September, 2018.

Data collected will be used to determine whether ...

Town Plan & Zoning Commission - adoption of Zoning Regulations

Copies of the proposed regulations are available in the Land Use Office of the Town Hall, 11 Meetinghouse Lane, Woodbridge. 

West Nile Virus Information for Woodbridge Residents

West Nile Virus (WNV) infected mosquitoes have been identified in Woodbridge, which now joins a list of Connecticut towns identified earlier this year including Bethany, Franklin, Greenwich, Madison, New Haven, Waterford, West Haven,  Weston, Bri...

West River Water Festival celebrates 5 years of watershed advocacy

The West River Coalition recently celebrated its 5th anniversary at the West River Water Festival. The coalition is made up of over 35 organizations, towns and many dedicated individuals working together to improve the West River, its watershed and its tr...

State to close Heroes Tunnel overnight

The State will be conducting survey work on the northbound and southbound lanes in the Heroes Tunnel on July 31, Aug. 2, Aug 7 and Aug. 9 overnight from 10 pm to 6 am.

Traffic on both Route 15 northbound and southbound will be shifted to one lane in each d...

Tree Work Along Beecher Road

First Selectman Beth Heller along with Town Hall staff visited the Fitzgerald Tract on Monday, July 16. During her visit, she received an update from Town Tree Warden, Warren Connors, who has been working closely with tree companies under contract with Un...

Press Release from Woodbridge Police Chief - updated 7/10/2018

WOODBRIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT

4 Meetinghouse Lane

Woodbridge, CT   06525

Tel: (203) 387-2511  ?  Fax: (203) 387-9929

Press Release – July 5, 2018

On the evening of July 3, 2018, the Woodbridge Police Department responded to a call for...

Low Impact Development Practices

Low Impact Development (LID) refers to techniques that help manage stormwater runoff and protect the public water supply. The Town of Woodbridge updated its Plan of Conservation and Development in 2016 with a chapter devoted to Sustainability and a sub-se...

Extended Office Hours for Property Tax Payment, or Pay Online

Woodbridge Property Tax bills are due on July 1 each year and residents have until August 1 to pay without penalty. Starting August 2, there is a state-mandated late fee of 1.5 percent from the due date, with a minimum interest charge of $2. For details, ...

Streetlight conversion project underway

Back in February, the Board of Selectmen voted to approve a proposal from United Illuminating to convert streetlights along the roads of Woodbridge from older, less-efficient bulbs to environmentally friendly LED lighting. These light-emitting diode (LED)...

Board of Selectmen's "Issues & Projects" resource added to Town website

Additional information and background documents related to topics under consideration by the Board of Selectmen is now available on the Town website. A new page has been created to further help improve communication to residents. In introducing the docume...

Woodbridge’s Financial Strength Confirmed by Moody’s Aaa Rating

The Town of Woodbridge's financial strength was recognized with a recent Moody's Investors rating of Aaa. In mid June, the Town once again received a Aaa bond rating form Moody's, the highest rating available, when the Town sold bonds and notes.  ...

Recreation Permits Available to Visit RWA Watershed Property in Woodbridge

Hike, jog, cross-country ski or just meander along almost 60 miles of trails through Regional Water Authority watershed lands. Nature’s wonderland is waiting to be discovered on any part of the Water Authority’s network of trails. All it takes is a Region...

Woodbridge Police Remind Community Members to Lock Their Cars

In the past three months, the Woodbridge Police Department reports an increase in incidents of stolen vehicles in Woodbridge. In addition, other vehicles have been entered and rummaged through, resulting in items being stolen from within these vehicles.&a...

QVHD Message Regarding Storm Clean-Up

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH, LESLIE BALCH:

              As residents continue to clear their property of fallen trees, branches/ brush and other debris, the location of their sept...

Free Brush Disposal EXTENDED Through June 9th

Due to the latest severe weather event, the Town will make brush disposal at the Transfer Station free through June 9th to facilitate clean-up efforts by residents.

The Transfer Station is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Under ...

Memorial Day Ceremony

The annual Woodbridge Memorial Day ceremony will be held on Monday May 28, 2018 at 11 am at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Monument in front of the Center Building (4 Meetinghouse Lane). The program will include patriotic music, a memorial wreath presentati...

Public Invited to Comment on Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) invites the public to review and comment on the Draft South Central Region Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan. The purpose of this plan is to identify and assess natural hazard risks (such ...

Fundraiser June 3rd to benefit Animal Shelter Renovation

One Big Dog Animal Respite Fund, Inc., a local charitable organization that helps the Regional Animal Control shelter animals, will hold it's second annual "Run With The Big Dogs" fundraiser on Sunday, June 3rd. Proceeds from this year's fundrai...

Community Garden Plots Available

The Town of Woodbridge owns a large parcel of land in the center of town known as the Fitzgerald Tract where the Woodbridge Community Gardens are located. Established in 1976, the Community Gardens are made up of individual plots made available for a smal...

Storm Information

Please report any downed trees blocking the road to Public Works at 203-389-3420 or 203-389-3492.

There are many trees tangled in power lines that Public Works is aware of. The Town cannot clear these trees until United Illuminating’s Make Safe crew can di...

Town Celebrates Cutting-Edge New Microgrid

Woodbridge First Selectman Beth Heller joined United Illuminating CEO Tony Marone, Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy and Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Commissioner Rob Klee on Monday to celebrate the commissioning of the town’s innov...

Power Outage - Services Available To The Community

In light of power outages from the storm, the JCC will  be  open to the community for showers, free wifi access, and device charging. Identification or a membership card must be shown to check-in at the front desk, but JCC membership is ...

Transfer Station OPEN today, Thursday, May 17

The Transfer Station is OPEN today, Thursday May 17 for normal business hours. 

Library will open late Wednesday, May 2nd

The Town Library will be closed from 10 am to 1 pm on May 2nd for staff development. It will open at 1:00 pm and resume it's normal schedule to close at 8:00 pm. For more information please visit the Library website at: http://www.woodbridge.lioninc.org/

Information regarding Draft Revisions to Zoning Regulations

The Town Plan & Zoning Commission held a meeting to discuss Draft Revisions to Zoning Regulations on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. The Agenda for this meeting is available online in the Agenda Center at the Town website.

Minutes for this meeting have been p...

Public Opinion Survey Results Discussed Wednesday, April 25th

LOCATION CHANGE: The Board of Selectmen's follow-up meeting to discuss and hear public comment on the Public Opinion Survey will take place in the Senior Center Cafeteria, 4 Meetinghouse Lane, beginning at 5pm on April 25th. The Agenda is available online...

Preliminary Budget Hearing took place Monday, April 23rd

The Preliminary Budget Hearing on April 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center Gym (4 Meetinghouse Lane) is an opportunity to learn about the preliminary budget in detail. Residents are  invited to ask questions and express concerns. A final budget will b...

Rid Litter Day is Sunday, April 22nd - Lend a Hand

To help celebrate Earth Day 2018, Woodbridge residents are invited to take part in the annual "Rid Litter Day" event on Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 9:00-12:00 noon. Interested residents will meet at the Fitzgerald Tract (parking lot area off Bee...

Open House April 29: Outdoor Pool Summer 2018 Season Starts 5/26

Summer will be here soon and now is the time to sign up for membership at the Woodbridge Outdoor Pool. An Open House is scheduled for April 29th and online registration is available now:

Join by April 30th and receive a free locker for the season!

Use the l...

Book Discussion Circles: "Menu For The Future"

Curious about the connection between food and sustainability? If so, consider joining one of several Food Discussion Circles that will take place at the Woodbridge Town Library. Co-sponsored by the Library, the Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee and the Mass...

State DOT Starts Work at Exit 59 Area

The state Department of Transportation is planning on reworking the area around Exit 59 off Route 15. There is a short-term project and a long-term project in the area.

According to the department, construction on the short-term project is scheduled to beg...

Farmers Forum held on April 18th at 7pm

The Town of Woodbridge held a Farmers Forum on Wednesday, April 18 at 7pm in the Senior Center Cafeteria, 4 Meetinghouse Lane. The event was co-hosted by the community-led Committee for a Woodbridge Agriculture Commission and featured guest speakers Willi...

Sign Up to Receive "News from Town Hall" By Email

In an effort to increase communication opportunities and share information with the public, First Selectman Beth Heller will send a mid-month email message to the community, called "News from Town Hall." In addition to the publication of the Tow...

Date Correction: Conservation Hike will be Saturday, April 7

The Conservation Commission hosts monthly guided hikes to help familiarize residents with Woodbridge's many miles of trails. Commission member Traci Cipriano will host this month's walk at the Racebrook Tract, which straddles Woodbridge and Orange.

The wal...

Next Steps On Public Opinion Survey Results

The Public Opinion Survey deadline was extended to allow time for responses to make their way back to Town Hall and the Town Library after an unexpected postal delivery delay. By the extended deadline, just over 850 completed surveys were returned. That r...

Town Receives Annual Donation from Beth-Wood Baseball

The Beth-Wood Baseball League presented their annual donation to the Town of Woodbridge earlier this month. The $3,000 check, given by the League’s Board President, Dwight Rowland, helps the Town make improvements to and maintain the baseball fields and t...

Woodbridge Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Cars

The Woodbridge Police Department is once again reminding residents to report suspicious activity and to secure their vehicles following the recent theft of a vehicle, along with several thefts of items from vehicles, all which have occurred during the ove...

Town Offices Will Be Closed Friday, March 30th

All Town offices, including the Town Library and the Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road,  will be closed on Friday, March 30th. The Transfer Station will re-open for normal hours on Saturday, April 1st. 

Local Girl Scout Troop Visits Town Hall

First Selectman Beth Heller helped celebrate Girl Scout Day on March 12, 2018 when Woodbridge Troop 60164 visited Town Hall to learn about local government. She spoke with the group, answered questions, and presented them with an official Proclamation in ...

Woodbridge Wears Red for Heart Disease Awareness

Employees of the Town of Woodbridge participated in the American Heart Association’s Wear Red Day on Valentine’s Day, February 14^th to raise funds and support the fight against cardiovascular disease in women. The Town also announced it's participation in...

Report a Utility Complaint?

Woodbridge residents may contact the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) Consumer Affairs Unit to file a complaint by phone or online. PURA advises:

If you experience a problem with a utility company, please contact the utility company first and g...

Free Brush Disposal Through March 24

Due to the Nor'easter and snow storm, the Town will make brush disposal free through Saturday March 24 to facilitate clean-up.

The Transfer Station is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (The Transfer Station will close at 11 a.m. on Wednes...

Portable Generator Safety

Portable generators are useful during winter storms, but if not used safely they can cause injuries and death. Here are some guidelines:

• Use portable generators outdoors in well-ventilated areas and a minimum 15' away from all doors, windows and vents.
• Make...

Town Offices Closed Today -- Tuesday, March 13th

All Town offices, including the Town Library and the Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road,  will be closed today, Tuesday March 13th. All activities and meetings scheduled for today have been cancelled. Check back at the Town Website later today f...

Winter Storm Information

Please report any downed trees blocking the road to Public Works at 203-389-3420 or 203-389-3492.

There are many trees tangled in power lines that Public Works is aware of. The Town cannot clear these trees until United Illuminating’s Make Safe crew can di...

Town Earns Budget Award

The Town of Woodbridge recently earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the national nonprofit Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).

This award is in addition to the Audit Award also received by the Town earlier this year. &nb...

Location Change - Snowflake Dance will be held at the JCC, 360 Amity Road

Please Note: LOCATION CHANGE -- The 19th annual Snowflake Dance & Auction benefitting the Woodbridge Volunteer Fire Association will now be held at the JCC of Greater New Haven, 360 Amity Road, on Saturday, March 3rd. 

For more information and...

Public Information Session on Draft Revisions to Zoning Regulations

There will be a Special Meeting of the Woodbridge Town Plan & Zoning Commission on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Senior Café of the Center Building , 4 Meetinghouse Lane, Woodbridge.

The purpose of the special meeting is to hold a publ...

JCC Provides Tour of Re-Built Facility

At the January 11th  meeting of the Woodbridge Economic Development Commission, JCC officials proudly showed off the new amenities that will be available to members and the community. 

Judy Alperin, Chief Executive Office  of the...

Closed for Presidents' Day on Monday

All Town offices, including the Town Library and the Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road,  will be closed for the Presidents' Day holiday on Monday, February 19th 2018. 

Please note: The deadline to return the Public Opinion Survey has be...

Public Opinion Survey

Woodbridge First Selectman Beth Heller is asking for resident input on an issue that will have a long-term effect on the future of our Town — what should be done with the Town-owned former-Country Club of Woodbridge property?

Look for your household’s surv...

Public Participation Requested As Hazard Mitigation Plan Is Updated

The South Central Regional Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan covers Woodbridge along with 13 surrounding municipalities. The plan is being updated to provide the region with a comprehensive examination of all natural hazards effecting the area, an...

"Arlo" Inducted As Honorary Police Canine

Arlo, a dog adopted from the Branford Animal Shelter by Woodbridge Animal Control Officer Ashley Sakelarakis, has been inducted as an Honorary Member of the Hamden Police Department's Canine Unit. At a brief ceremony on November 20th, staff members of the...

Emergency Radio System Approved on 12/5

At a special joint meeting of the Boards of Selectmen and Finance on November 8th, Police Chief Frank Cappiello and Fire Chief Sean Rowland presented information on the upgrade of the Town's Radio Simulcast System. Click the following link to view the vid...

New Patrol Officer for Woodbridge Police Department

The Woodbridge Police Department recently welcomed a new patrol officer. Officer Daniel Sanchez was sworn-in at the Board of Police Commissioner's meeting on October 3, 2017. Officer Sanchez, who is bilingual and fluent in speaking Spanish, is a 2016 grad...

Deputy Secretary of the State Scott Bates Visits Woodbridge Town Hall

Deputy Secretary of the State Scott Bates has been traveling around the state to meet with Town Clerks and Registrars of Voters to hear from them directly their thoughts on how he and Secretary of State Denise Merrill can streamline and improve their serv...

Emergency Preparation Guide 2017

While it is not pleasant to think about, we all know natural disasters do strike, so it is best to be prepared. If Woodbridge is hit by a hurricane, flood, or other emergency, Town officials are prepared to manage the situation. Please help us by reviewin...

Can I Prepay My Taxes?

Due to the recent changes in federal tax law some residents have asked, “Can I prepay my Woodbridge property taxes before January 1, 2018?”

The answer is: Connecticut State law does not grant municipalities the power to collect taxes before a mill rate is ...

Transfer Station Hours of Operation

The Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road,  will be WILL BE OPEN for regular hours of operation, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, the week before New Year's: Tuesday, December 26th through  Saturday, December 30th 

You can view more information...

Holiday Closings

All Town offices, including the Transfer Station on Acorn Hill Road,  will be closed for Thanksgiving, Thursday November 23rd. In addition, Town offices will also be closed the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 24th. 

The Transfer ...

Next Conservation Commission Hike rescheduled to Sunday, December 10th at 1:30 pm

The Woodbridge Conservation Commission invites the public to their next monthly hike to be held Sunday, December 10th 2017 starting at 1:30 pm. The group will meet at the Thomas Darling House, 1907 Litchfield Turnpike, to begin the hike, which will last r...

Veteran's Day Ceremony

The annual Woodbridge Veterans Day Ceremony was held at 11:00 am on Friday, November 10th 2017. Due to the weather forecast, the ceremony took place inside The Center Gym (4 Meetinghouse Lane). The program included a history of the holiday, patriotic musi...

Conservation Commission Hike on November 4th 2017

The Woodbridge Conservation Commission invites the public to their next monthly hike to be held Saturday, November 4th at 1:00 pm. The group will meet at the Thomas Darling House, 1907 Litchfield Turnpike, to begin the hike, which will last roughly two ho...

Town Earns National Awards for Budget and Audit

Once again the Town of Woodbridge has earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the national nonprofit Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).

The budget present...

New School Year Begins at Beecher

First Selectman Beth Heller was on hand along with staff and faculty members to greet students as they stepped off school buses on the first day of school, August 28th. Superintendent Bob Gilbert, the administration, and members of the Woodbridge Board of...

Summer Concerts on the Green Every Tuesday, beginning 7/3

The Summer Concerts on the Green series of events will take place every Tuesday evening at 6pm on the Town Green. Check the Community Calendar for details and any weather cancellations/rescheduling.

July 3: George Gritzbach Band (Blues/Retro R&B) No ra...

You Can Now Pay Taxes Online

The Town of Woodbridge is pleased to announce that residents can now use a credit card to pay their tax bills online. Residents may still mail in checks or pay by cash or check in-person. The Tax Collector cannot accept credit card payments in person – on...

Armed Carjacking and Thefts From Vehicles

ARMED CARJACKING & THEFTS FROM VEHICLES

 Earlier this week, the same subjects who were entering unlocked cars in the Johnson Road/Ansonia Rd (RT 243) area of town, also brandished a handgun while committing a carjacking at a Litchfield Turnpik...

Vehicle Break-Ins - June 6, 2019

PRESS RELEASE

June 6, 2019

The Woodbridge Police Department is reminding residents to report suspicious activity and to secure their vehicles and garages following several recent thefts from locked and unlocked vehicles, all of which have occurred within th...

Summer Camp registration now available

Woodbridge Recreation Summer camp will run June 28 through Aug. 6, 9 am - noon at Beecher Road South School for campers entering grades 1-8 Camp offers a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, drama, fitness, swimming and more.  Ther...

Spring marks the return of Yoga with Diane King

Wednesday Gentle Yoga10:30 -11:45 a.m. Room 16 Center Building (next to weight room) Enter either side of the building. The room faces Meetinghouse Lane.Session 1: May 12, 19, 26 @$12/class=$36Session 2: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 @$12 = $60.

Checks payable to ...

Woodbridge Rec. offers T'ai-Chi

The Woodbridge Rec. Dept. will offer  T’ai Chi with Bill Banick at its new day,  Thursday evenings at 5:30 pm.  To join in on the fun, click here to register online  Click for flier: T’ai Ch...

Center Road Tennis Court and Volleyball Permits

For use of all Town public tennis courts, and volleyball court for the playing of pickleball, tennis, or volleyball, please contact the Woodbridge Recreation Department for a no-cost permit to reserve your times. (Multiple times and days can be reserved f...

Spring Session Yoga with Bill

Spring Session of Yoga with Bill dates announced.  Classes begin on March 1. Click here for the flier for the Spring flier Yoga with Bill classes.  

Chalk Art Party

A Chalk Art Party will kick off the Town's "Second Saturday" series on May 8 from 10-12 outside the Center Building, 4 Meetinghouse Lane. Rain date is May 15.

The Second Saturday series will run from May through September and will be hos...

Home Alone Class for Ages 9 - 12

This 2 day class will be held in The Woodbridge Center Gym, 4 Center Rd.  For children ages 9-12, topics will include: answering phones, someone at the door, fire safety, calling 911, internet safety and nutritious snacks. Please call to register...