Brooklyn
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Town Of Brooklyn
History
Brooklyn was once part of the lands claimed by the Mohegan chief, Uncas. The land, deeded in 1680 to Capt. James Fitch, was sold to the first local settlers in 1703. It was settled as part of the towns of Canterbury and Pomfret with the Northeastern third having separate existence as the manorial estate of Mortlake.
Mortlake had been purchased in 1686 as a refuge for Puritans who were forced out of England with the Stuart restoration. It was not part of any town and hence neither collected taxes nor provided services to the tenants residing within its bounds. Mortlake was finally included in the community in 1752 and grew and prospered.
The Town of Brooklyn was incorporated in 1786 and in 1819 became the county seat. The large homes, the jail, the courthouse now used as the Town Hall, all reflect this period of prominence which continued through part of the nineteenth century. The Agricultural Association was formed about 1820 and continues to attracts visitors with the annual fair.
Eastern Connecticut was very much involved in the Civil War and Brooklyn was no exception. A glance at the monument will show that local men served in most of the famous battles. Mills provided clothing and the records of churches and organizations list substantial contributions in manpower. Eventually areas like West Wauregan and East Brooklyn were built around textile mills. For a time, the center of Brooklyn supported a bank (now the library), and a newspaper, as well as several stores.
In more recent times Brooklyn has developed into two distinct areas. The central and western parts have continued along a residential and rural path, whereas the eastern sector has become predominantly commercial. Many of the old churches and homes have been restored. The old Court House has been internally renovated to provide town office facilities, but the colonial exterior was left unchanged.Recent News
Town Of Brooklyn - 2022 Ms4 Annual Report
PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF BROOKLYN 2022 MS4 ANNUAL REPORT For an electronic copy please use the following link: https://www.brooklynct.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif4201/f/news/brooklyn_draft_ms4_annual_report_2022_0.pdf Comments can be submitted to…
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The Town of Brooklyn has a supply N95 masks available. Pick up location at the Town Hall in the First Selectman's office. Accommodations will be made for individuals who can not climb stairs. There are also COVID-19 test kits available. These kits…
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The Town of Brooklyn has a supply N95 masks available. Pick up location at the Town Hall in the First Selectman's office. Accommodations will be made for individuals who can not climb stairs. There are also COVID-19 test kits available. These…
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The first installment of sewer usage bills is now due. The last day to pay without interest is November 1, 2022.
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The Town of Brooklyn has a supply N95 masks available. Pick up location at the Town Hall in the First Selectman's office. Accommodations will be made for individuals who can not climb stairs.
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If you are looking to send unsolicited absentee ballot applications, please let our office know as soon as possible by phone or email to [email protected]. We will be ordering ballots in late September and need to make sure we have enough.…
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The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering amending the Plan of Conservation and Development to include the new Housing Plan as the housing chapter. A public hearing date will be scheduled in the coming months. Housing Plan Plan of…
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Read More »Town Of Brooklyn - Notice Of Action
At its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on July 7, 2022, the Zoning Board of Appeals took the following actions: ZBA 22-001 Galliehue Blevins, 58 Juniper Way, Map 40, Lot 88-36, 1.24 Acres, RA Zone, for a variance of the Zoning Regulations,…
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The Town of Brooklyn has a supply of COVID-19 test kits. These test kits are for any Brooklyn resident. Residents are required to provide proof of residency in the Town of Brooklyn. Pick up location is at Town Hall, 4 Wolf Den Road, First…
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Director of Parks & Recreation - Click here for the job posting - Click here for the job description Town Finance Director Job Posting Click here for the Town of Brooklyn Employment Application. Please check back regularly or subscribe…
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The Town of Brooklyn has a supply of COVID-19 test kits. These test kits are for any Brooklyn resident. Residents are required to provide proof of residency in the Town of Brooklyn. Pick up location is at Town Hall, 4 Wolf Den Road, First…
Read More »Town Of Brooklyn : Legal Notice - July Installment 2022
The FIRST installment of real estate, personal property, and motor vehicle tax bills of 27.48 mills on the dollar levied on the assessment of Oct 1, 2021 becomes due July 1, 2022. Fire district taxes also becomes due July 1, 2022. Bills will…
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Town Finance Director Position. Click here for the job posting. Brooklyn School District Financial Assistant. Click here for the job posting. Click here for the Town of Brooklyn Employment Application. Please check back regularly or…
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A proposal for a Planned Development Zone near and around the intersection of Wolf Den Road and Bush Hill Road, including 538 Wolf Den Road and totaling 13 parcels on 534 acres, Applicant/Owner: Little Dipper Farm, LLC. The applicants have…
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Connecticut State statute requires that all dogs over six months old be licensed by your town. Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccinations are needed with all licenses. Dogs are licensed at your Town Clerk's office. Fees are as follows: $19.00 per…
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American Rescue Plan Act Funding Application APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY JUNE 30, 2022 The Town of Brooklyn has been awarded funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and seeking applications from our non-profit community and…
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