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7/6/26 City Council
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Advancement of Mountain Division Trail Design and Construction Supported
The city is supporting the MDOT work plan application for the final design and construction of the Mountain Division Trail, a planned 50-mile rail trail. The Westbrook to Windham section, approximately five miles, is a focus. Preliminary design is complete for this segment, which would create a 10-mile off-road transportation link from Standish to Westbrook. The estimated project cost is $16 million, with municipalities responsible for a 10% match. Separately, the stakeholder group is pursuing the State Rail Use Advisory Council (RUAC) process to evaluate locating the trail within the rail bed.
City Council to Consider Updates to Board and Commission Ordinances
The city council reviewed a proposal to update sections of the code of ordinances governing city boards, commissions, and committees. The update aims to ensure clarity and consistency regarding each board's purpose, membership, duties, and scope of authority, and to eliminate conflicting or outdated language. Standardized protocols for agendas, meetings, minutes, and public meeting notices are also being developed. These proposed updates will be presented to the council over two committee meetings of the whole on July 20th and September 14th.
Emergency Sewer Repairs in Valley Square Confirmed; Grease Buildup Addressed
The council confirmed emergency expenditures totaling $70,078.48 for sewer repair work in Valley Square. The repairs were necessitated by a collapsed sewer line due to excessive grease buildup, which ate away at the asbestos concrete pipe. Funds were drawn from the sewer fund balance. The city acted as a host municipality, receiving and distributing grant funds for voluntary public safety health and wellness screenings. Businesses in the area have been contacted regarding grease traps, with a notice of violation issued to Fajita Grill. The issue involved a shared grease trap system and potential issues with under-sink traps.
Proposal for Free Transit Passes for Westbrook High School Students
The city council will consider an order to provide free, unlimited transit passes for eligible high school students to travel on Metro. This initiative, initially aimed at students outside the bus transportation zone, would expand to help students reach school, extracurricular activities, jobs, and other destinations. Over 700 students would be eligible, with the program capped at 30,000 rides annually. The estimated cost to the city would be $1.13 per ride, with a maximum annual cost of approximately $34,000.
Road Closure Authorized for Westbrook Strong 5K Road Race
The council authorized a road closure for the Westbrook Strong 5K Road Race on July 18th, 2026. Captain Bill Hartley Drive will be closed to inbound traffic from William Clark Drive to Main Street from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Volunteers and police will provide traffic control and runner safety on Haskell, Forest, Stroudwater, and Main Streets. The race supports a community cause, with Councilor Reardon and his wife involved in its organization.
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