A Message From First Selectman Vicki A. Tesoro

The 2026–2027 town budget was approved by the Town Council on May 4, 2026. There were no substantial changes to my original budget or the budget approved by the Board of Finance on March 24, 2026.

The mill rate for the 2026–2027 fiscal year will be set on June 4, 2026 by the Board of Finance. Tax Bills will be sent out in late June.

Municipal budgeting continues to be challenging for every Connecticut community due to rising costs that we do not control. 

Although Trumbull recently received supplemental educational aid from the State of Connecticut that additional funding fell short of our needs. I will continue to fight for more educational funding as I have done over the last eight years. Thank you to all our citizens that joined me this year in that advocacy.

Nevertheless, we must continue to fund all our critical town services, including public safety, education, senior tax relief, and many other services the town provides to our residents and businesses.

Please join us on Monday, May 25 for our annual Memorial Day celebrations. This is the official kickoff of our town's 250th celebration of America! These celebrations will continue throughout the summer with many special events, including our annual reading of the Declaration of Independence on Saturday, July 4. More information about these events can be found on our town website and within this newsletter.

Please enjoy all the wonderful summer recreation opportunities the town offers including our pools, splash pads, pickleball and tennis courts, our award-winning municipal golf course, parks, trails, summer concerts for kids and adults, the farmers market and so much more!

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I hope everyone has a safe and fun summer!

As always please reach out to me with any questions or concerns.

2026 Memorial Day Parade and Events

First Selectman Vicki Tesoro is pleased to announce that the 2026 Memorial Day activities and parade will take place on Monday, May 25, 2026. 

There will NOT be a ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial on White Plains Road at 8 AM on Memorial Day. The ceremony will take place at 1:00 PM. Instead, the veterans will raise a flag at the new flagpole on the Long Hill Green at 8 AM on Memorial Day. All are welcome to attend to dedicate the new flagpole.

The ceremony will begin at 9:00 AM in front of Town Hall. A wreath-laying ceremony, honoring those lives lost in other wars will also be held at Town Hall. Please join us for this ceremony.

The parade itself will step off at 10:00 AM, beginning at the Long Hill Market shopping plaza and ending at Town Hall.

This year's parade Grand Marshal is Susan Stuban Monks, JD. Monks is an attorney, educator, and former Naval officer whose career spans maritime operations, law, and higher education. You can read her biography on the Town’s website https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/640/Grand-Marshal

In recognition of the lives lost in Vietnam, a brief ceremony and wreath-laying will occur at 1 PM at the Vietnam Memorial on White Plains Road. All are welcome to attend. 

Please join us in honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Pride Flag Raising to be Held on June 4

In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, please join us for Trumbull's Pride Flag-raising ceremony at the flag pole in front of Town Hall on Wednesday, June 4, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. All are welcome! 

Trumbull's Public Health Nurse Receives Award

Congratulations to Sam Cousins, Trumbull Health Department Public Health Nurse, on receiving the 2026 Connecticut Association of Public Health Nurses President's Award. This award recognizes individual public health nurses for their outstanding leadership, dedication, and contributions to public health nursing in Connecticut. We are so proud of her!

Road Paving Season Has Begun

The Trumbull Department of Public Works has begun the 2026 road paving season. DPW will post updates on the Town website detailing where work is expected to be done. All dates are subject to weather conditions. For the latest updates, go to Road Paving Program.

THS We The People Team is 8th in the Nation

Congratulations to Trumbull High School’s We The People team. After winning first place in the Connecticut state championships, they finished 8^th in the nation last month at the National Finals. We are incredibly proud of your hard work and performance both this weekend and throughout the year. Thanks to Coach Katie Boland, the entire team, and all the volunteers who helped make this possible.

DECA Students Attended International Conference

Thirty-one students from the Trumbull High School DECA chapter have returned from the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta with new experiences, lasting memories, and remarkable accomplishments. Competing in a variety of business events on an international stage helped students strengthen their communication skills, poise, and professionalism while preparing them for future success. We are proud of each and every participant!

Middlebrook Odyssey of the Mind Team is Heading to World Finals

Congratulations to the Middlebrook Elementary School 5th Grade Odyssey of the Mind team, which was recognized at the Board of Education meeting on May 5, 2026. The team placed first in their CT Odyssey of the Mind states division! Congratulations to the team and coaches on this great achievement, and good luck at World Finals!

E-Bike Safety Reminder

As e-bike use continues to increase across Trumbull, we want to remind everyone to ride safely and responsibly. 

E-bikes are subject to traffic laws--riders must obey stop signs, signals, and ride with caution. Please be mindful of pedestrians, especially on sidewalks and shared paths.

Quick safety tips:

• Wear a helmet
• Use lights/reflective gear
• Ride at safe speeds
• Parents--please supervise younger riders

Our goal is to keep everyone safe while enjoying the outdoors. We appreciate the community's cooperation as we continue education and enforcement efforts.

Ride smart, stay safe!

EMS Week Celebrated

Trumbull EMS celebrated EMS Week with an employee appreciation night for members and their families. First Selectman Vicki Tesoro presented Trumbull EMS Chief Colin Bassett with a proclamation proclaiming the week of May 17, 2026 through May 23, 2026 as National EMS Week. We thank all our Trumbull EMS team members for providing such outstanding service to residents and visitors!

Tashua Pickleball and Tennis Courts Temporarily Closed for Construction Weekdays

Beginning Monday, May 18, 2026, the pickleball and tennis courts at Tashua will be closed weekdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM for approximately two weeks. This temporary closure allows us to install new sidewalks and accessible pathways to improve the facility for everyone.

If you have an existing reservation during these ours, Parks & Recreation is reaching out to help relocate your booking to another park or a later time slot. We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the park and courts access. 

Please contact the Parks & Recreation office at 203-452-5060 with questions.

Trumbull Farmers' Market Opening Day June 4, 2026

The Trumbull Farmers' Market is held Thursdays at Twin Brooks Park, Brock Street, Trumbull, CT beginning June 4, 2026 and runs through October 15, 2026.

• June 4 to September 24: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• October 1-15: 4:00PM - 6:00 PM

For a list of vendors please go to trumbull-ct.gov/trumbullfarmersmarket. Please take note of your favorite vendors attendance listed below their bio. Most are regular attendees however a few are seasonal or monthly. 

We are so excited to welcome you back for another season of the best in local agriculture and specialty food. Join us to shop directly from our hardworking local farms and discover a curated selection of small businesses dedicated to high-quality artisanal food products. From locally grown, seasonal produce to artisanal baked goods and pantry staples, experience the very best our local food community has to offer.

PLEASE NOTE:

This year we are implementing new parking guidelines for the Trumbull Farmers’ Market to improve shopper experience.

Lot 1 is the main parking lot and will be accessible for vehicles with Trumbull Park Stickers or Handicap Tags only. Lots 2 & 3 are open to all other vehicles during market hours. Only Lot 3 is open for vehicles prior to the market.

Weekly Outdoor Story Time at Rec & Read

Join the Trumbull Library and Trumbull Parks & Recreation for a weekly, outdoor story time! We will sit in the shade and hear stories, sing songs and enjoy the fresh air. This is a free, drop-in program and all ages are welcome.

Join us Thursdays from June 25 through August 13, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM under the tent at Parks & Recreation, 5892 Main Street with readers from the Trumbull Library. Lawn seating, bring a blanket or chair.

Economic and Community Development Update

Henkel Corporation

Henkel Corporation is investing in Trumbull with a $70 million expansion, its largest non-manufacturing investment in North America in over a decade. Located at 9 Trefoil Drive, Henkel will build a new Center of Research and Development, which will consist of three separate buildings with over 110,000 square feet of interior space on over 10 acres of land. Henkel's major expansion follows its $20 million investment in Trumbull in 2018. This is exciting news for our town, as this brings high quality jobs and significant grand list growth to our community. The new facility will be home to more than 200 employees in 27 different laboratories and 3 pilot plants. The projected date for opening is in late 2027, and the campus will include a cafeteria, EV charging stations, and outdoor workspaces. Trumbull is happy to be home to this new Henkel facility and we look forward to a strong relationship with them in the years to come. 

Crossing at Pequonnock

At the Trumbull/Monroe Border, the Crossing at Pequonnock is set to break ground in June.  Sewer infrastructure work for this project, formerly known as Gateway Commons, is underway. This exciting project brings 88,000 square feet of mixed development space to the border of the two towns on Route 25. 61% will be in Trumbull, and 39% will be in Monroe. It will also include 28,000 square feet of new commercial space for restaurants and service-related businesses. Trumbull has been working collaboratively with Monroe on this project for over five years, and it will bring new grand list growth to our town. The development includes sidewalk connections and a link to the Pequonnock River Trail is being explored. Trumbull is pleased to be working with New England Coastal Development Group, and we look forward to seeing this come to fruition.  

Kubtec

Kubtec, a global medical imaging company, is moving their operations from Stratford to Trumbull to facilitate their rapid growth. They have purchased 75 Merritt Boulevard in Trumbull Corporate Park for $3.7 million. This allows them to expand from their current 21,000 square feet in Stratford to over 110,000 square feet in Trumbull. This will bring 40 new employees to Trumbull and allow for growth in good paying jobs in the years ahead as well as future expansion for Kubtec. Design is underway, and construction is slated to start this summer. This will transform this long vacant building and add to our grand list. We welcome Kubtec to Trumbull!  

Baco Enterprises

The site of the former Trumbull Printing Company at 205 Spring Hill Road has been sold to a Bronx manufacturer, Baco, Enterprises. This company adds to our growing list of manufacturers in Trumbull. Baco Enterprises makes construction fasteners for bridges and tunnels. This 57,000 square-foot facility was purchased for $6.5 million dollars. The property previously sold for $4.4 million dollars in 2022.

Trumbull Mall

As many people know, the Trumbull Mall was officially listed for sale in January 2026. Since then, there has been strong interest in the property, and the mall will remain in receivership as the sale process moves forward.

The broker’s listing materials highlight the recently completed land use study, the Planning & Zoning rezoning efforts, and the significant opportunities for future growth throughout the entire mall area.

Additional updates will be shared once the property is sold, and the new ownership is publicly announced.

Ribbon Cutting for Essentia BJJ Jiu Jitsu Academy

In April we celebrated the ribbon cutting for Essencia BJJ Jiu Jitsu Academy and the expansion of their space here in Trumbull! We're proud to see local businesses grow and thrive--we wish them continued success in our community.

Trumbull Fitness Ribbon Cutting Held

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on April 15 for Trumbull Fitness at its new facility at 35 Nutmeg Drive in Trumbull Corporate Park. Congratulations on your continued success!

Trumbull Library Presents America 250 Programming

The Trumbull Library is celebrating America 250 by providing a variety of programming beginning on Saturday, May 30, 2026 and continuing though the months of June and July. Please check the library website at America 250 Programs to see the complete list of programs.

Summer Reading Kickoff: Magic, Juggling & More!

Join us in kicking off our Summer Reading Program with this fun and exciting event on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Be entertained by Robert Clarke, master magician, juggler, and funny guy, enjoy a free ice cream from Jim's Ice Cream Truck, and register for our Trumbull Library Summer Reading Program: Past, Present, & Pages. All ages can sign up and registration is required. There are prizes for all age groups and we will have a summer full of fun and free events for everyone! For more information or to register, go to the Trumbull Library website.

Spring Cleaning or Renovating? Ditch the Dumpster!

When cleaning out around your home, many items that are past their useful life are typically placed in the trash. Consider donating or recycling via an additional recycling program offered in Trumbull.

During home renovation, construction demolition and new material packaging can also be donated or recycled via additional recycling opportunities.

Cardboard boxes- Collapse and recycle boxes in mixed, curbside recycling. Remember to first remove and trash any Styrofoam packaging.

Scrap metal-Curtain rods, pots and pans, empty fire extinguishers, broken grills, light fixtures, and small metal appliances such as toasters can be dropped off in the scrap metal at the Transfer Station.

Electronics- TV, computer, monitor, cords and cables, phones, small plastic appliances (vacuum, hairdryer, coffee maker, blender), batteries, and lightbulbs can be donated if still functional or dropped off at the electronic waste trailer at the Transfer Station.

Plastic Film and Wrap- Plastic bags and film that is stretchy and wraps around new product packaging, and #2 and #4 stretchy plastic can be dropped off at participating retail drop off locations (Stop & Shop in Trumbull) and the monthly Recycling Drive at Trumbull High School. Note: Many large appliances, construction materials, and home supplies (paper towels) come wrapped in plastic film.  Plastic bags and film are not accepted in curbside recycling.

Textiles- Clothes, shoes, bags, pillows, drapes, towels, bedding, and stuffed animals can be dropped off at Baystate Textiles bins at Madison and Hillcrest Middle School, or call Helpsy for curbside pick. Textiles are not trash or accepted in curbside recycling.

Organic Yard Brush- Downed tree limbs, leaves, and grass clippings are not trash or curbside recycling. Backyard compost these items or drop off at the Transfer Station.

For more information, visit www.trumbull-ct.gov/1223/Recycling-Programs or contact recyclingcoordinator@trumbull-ct.gov.

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