Town of Marlborough, Connecticut

Basketball Hoops and Trash Cans

The Public Works Department would like to remind residents of the possible hazard a portable basketball pole can present when placed on the side of the roadway. The hoop that extends into the travel lane can cause damage to passing vehicles and equipment. Please be sure that the structure is placed well off the roadway as to not interfere with passing traffic.

During the snow season the basketball poles must be removed entirely as they interfere with snow operations. Another obstacle that the plows face is the placement of garbage containers along the roadway. The Town crew is responsible for clearing the snow back to the curb and the garbage containers should be placed accordingly. 

A further reminder for residents, do not let children play in the snow embankments on the side of the road. Although they are an attractive recreation area, the snow plow drivers cannot see the presence
of a small child playing, especially if it is snowing.

Mailbox Damage Policy

Parking Ordinance

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our roadways safe.

Downed utility lines, power company blackouts, heavy snow falls or summer storms can all lead to power outages. Many people turn to a portable generator for a temporary solution without knowing the risks.

Click here for more information.

Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote electric power is needed, but they can be hazardous. The primary hazards to avoid when using them are carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock or electrocution, and fire.

Click here for some tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.

To view the June 8th Powerpoint Presentation for the Public Hearing Draft of Conservation and Development  CLICK HERE

To view the text for the Draft POCD click here.

There will be a Special Planning Meeting, Thursday, December 12th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss this as well as the results of the recent survey done.
The meeting will be held in the Senior Center at 17 School Drive. For full legal notice, click here.

Wednesday, December 18th at 6:00 p.m. the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority is holding a Public Comment Hearing in the large conference room of Town Hall to hear comments on the sale of assets for the Municipal Water System to Aquarion Water Company of Connecticut. Click here for full notice..

Christmas Holiday Hours:

The Public Works Department will be closed at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 24th and will reopen Friday, December 27th.The Transfer Station will be closed Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, 2019 and will reopen Saturday, December 28, 2019 normal business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Marlborough Town Hall and Senior Center will be closed at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 24th and will reopen Friday, December 27th. 

The Transfer Station will be closed Tuesday, December 31st and will reopen Saturday, January 4, 2020 normal business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Eversource joins other utilities urging caution to customers

BERLIN, Conn. (November 18, 2019) – Whether it’s over the phone, online or at the front door, sophisticated scammers are finding unique ways to exploit people and steal their money, and Eversource wants its customers to beware of the seasonal increase in utility scams. These scammers often pose as Eversource employees to get money, demand personal information for identity theft, or use deceptive marketing tactics to convince customers to switch energy suppliers. This week – as part of Utilities United Against Scams, which is a consortium of over 100 energy companies – Eversource is urging its customers to look for the signs of scammers.

“We always want to protect our customers from scams, and that’s why it’s critical we continue to raise awareness and educate the public about all the different tactics these scammers use,” said Eversource Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer Penni Conner. “If someone shows up at your home or calls you and demands immediate payment, do NOT give it to them. Call us right away at 1-800-286-2000 to verify ANY request for payment or personal information.”

A common utility con involves customers getting phone calls warning that their service is about to be shut off because of unpaid bills. The caller claims to be a billing representative from Eversource who tells a customer that to avoid an immediate shutoff, they need to settle an overdue bill by providing a credit card number or a prepaid debit card. In many cases, the caller ID will display “Eversource.” Both businesses and homeowners are targeted and, unfortunately, scammers are often successful. According to the Better Business Bureau’s 2018 Scam Tracker Risk Report, the median loss for a utility scam victim is $500.
The energy company wants to remind its customers:
• Eversource representatives never demand instant payment in person or over the phone.
• Eversource representatives do not require the use of prepaid debit cards (such as Green Dot MoneyPak, Vanilla or Reloadit.)
• Eversource representatives never request customers meet at a payment center, such as a department or grocery store, to make a payment.
• Eversource does not solicit door-to-door or on the phone on behalf of third-party energy suppliers.
• All Eversource employees carry photo identification; field workers wear company logoed clothing and drive company vehicles.
Eversource urges anyone who believes they are a target of improper solicitation to please alert local law enforcement and contact the company directly at 1-800-286-2000. The energy company tracks these types of customer concerns and reports them to state regulators.
Eversource.com and the Utilities United Against Scams websites provide more information on how to protect personal information and avoid becoming a victim of utility scams. Concerned customers can also report scams and fraudulent activity by calling the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) at
1-800-382-4586.

Plein Air Paintings by Dianne Gorrick are currently on display at Marlborough Town Hall. Click here for more information about the artist.