OLD LYME -- At the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's June 15 meeting, Selectman Christopher Kerr asked whether the Town would be hosting the fireworks display that traditionally takes place on the Saturday evening of the Midsummer Festival, even though the Festival itself has been cancelled this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Griswold responded that he needed to reach … [Read more...] about Will There Be a Fireworks Display in Old Lyme This Year?
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Old Lyme Town Hall Reopens to Public With New Protocols in Place
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 6/22: Speaking at the June 15 Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's meeting, which was held virtually via Webex, First Selectman Tim Griswold said exuberantly, "Come the 22nd, we'll be open for public access." He was referring to the fact that the board of selectmen has set the date for town employees to return to work at Memorial Town Hall as Monday, June 22, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Hall Reopens to Public With New Protocols in Place
Op-Ed: Old Lyme EDC Completes Fact-Finding Stage of ‘Smart Growth’ Development Plan, Seeks Additional Public Input to Move Forward
Editor's Note: The authors, Justin Fuller and Howard Margules, are the Co-Chairs of the Old Lyme Economic Development Commission. The Old Lyme Economic Development Commission (EDC) launched three initiatives as its first step in crafting a "smart growth" economic development strategy for Old Lyme focused on maintaining the small-town character and charm of our unique … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Old Lyme EDC Completes Fact-Finding Stage of ‘Smart Growth’ Development Plan, Seeks Additional Public Input to Move Forward
Lyme Town Hall Now Open to the Public Three Days a Week
LYME -- (From a press release issued by Lyme First Selectman Steven Mattson) Lyme’s Town Hall and Library are reopening gradually as buildings and work spaces are modified to reflect recommended public health protocols, while obtaining more data on trends of the local infection rate from public health authorities, and pursuing the ability to provide testing for … [Read more...] about Lyme Town Hall Now Open to the Public Three Days a Week
COVID-19 Cases in Old Lyme Rise to 18, Lyme Holds at One
OLD LYME/LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold confirmed by text message Thursday to LymeLine that one new case of COVID-19 was reported on May 26 in Old Lyme. This confirmed case, which he mentioned at the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's meeting on Monday, June 1, was a 67-year-old male. Ledge Light Health District issues an update on COVID-19 statistics in their … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Cases in Old Lyme Rise to 18, Lyme Holds at One
Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Remain at 17 in Old Lyme, One in Lyme
OLD LYME/LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold confirmed in a text earlier today that no new cases have been reported in Old Lyme as at today's date. He noted, however, that he had "not received this week's update from Ledge Light." Ledge Light Health District normally issues an update on COVID-19 numbers on Friday afternoon. We will publish the details from … [Read more...] about Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Remain at 17 in Old Lyme, One in Lyme
No Memorial Day Parade in Old Lyme This Year, Just a Small Cemetery Service — But Here’s The Homily From Mervin Roberts
OLD LYME -- There will be no Memorial Day parade in Old Lyme this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In our opinion, it's a sad but sensible decision. A small ceremony will be held at Duck River Cemetery at 11 a.m. when local veterans, representatives of the emergency services, and town dignitaries will gather to place a wreath by the Memorial Stone, which stands in front of … [Read more...] about No Memorial Day Parade in Old Lyme This Year, Just a Small Cemetery Service — But Here’s The Homily From Mervin Roberts
Ledge Light Health District to Issue Closure Orders when Establishments Violate Governor’s Executive Orders
LYME/OLD LYME/AREAWIDE -- (from a press release) After consulting with the Connecticut Department of Public Health and the Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) legal team it has been determined that LLHD is the responsible entity for enforcing the Governor’s Executive Orders, as they pertain to regulated entities such as foodservice and cosmetology establishments that are … [Read more...] about Ledge Light Health District to Issue Closure Orders when Establishments Violate Governor’s Executive Orders
Old Lyme Board of Finance Approves $38.8 Million Budget for 2020-21, Mill Rate Up 0.79 Mills
OLD LYME -- On Monday evening, the Old Lyme Board of Finance unanimously approved the proposed $38,805,674 town budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting was held virtually using a WebEx platform with members of the boards of finance and selectmen, and also several members of the public and press participating. This year in light of the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Finance Approves $38.8 Million Budget for 2020-21, Mill Rate Up 0.79 Mills
Town of Lyme to Phase in Reopening of Town Facilities, Starts Today
LYME -- (from a press release) As the state of Connecticut prepares to loosen stay-at-home practices to foster an increase in commerce, the Town of Lyme has prepared for a measured, phased reopening of Town facilities beginning Wednesday, May 20, in accordance with the Governor’s plan. While it is hoped to return to as much “normal” as possible, the Lyme Board of Selectmen … [Read more...] about Town of Lyme to Phase in Reopening of Town Facilities, Starts Today
Old Lyme Board of Finance Hosts Virtual Town Budget Meeting Tonight, No Public Vote Required to Approve Budget
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Board of Finance (BOF) will host an Annual Budget Meeting this evening at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually and followed immediately by an Old Lyme BOF Meeting at which the mill rate for the coming financial year 2020-21 will be set. Members of the public may attend both meetings by using WebEx with the following link: … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Finance Hosts Virtual Town Budget Meeting Tonight, No Public Vote Required to Approve Budget
Old Lyme Beach Passes Now on Sale
OLD LYME -- Beach passes are now on sale from the Old Lyme Town Hall. The beaches will re-open May 23, but there is a possibility they may be closed again. In the event of further beach closures, no refunds will given for beach passes purchased. You must be an Old Lyme taxpayer in order to purchase a Beach Parking Pass. View or download the beach pass application at this … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Beach Passes Now on Sale
Lyme Board of Finance Approves $10.7M Budget, No Change to Current Year’s Mill Rate
LYME -- The Town of Lyme's proposed 2020-21 budget of $10,688,087 was passed unanimously Tuesday evening at a meeting of the Lyme Board of Finance, which was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Typically a town meeting would have been required to vote on the budget, but this year, in light of the COVID-19 situation, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont in … [Read more...] about Lyme Board of Finance Approves $10.7M Budget, No Change to Current Year’s Mill Rate
Griswold Tells BOS “Beach Closures Accomplished What We Wanted,” Hopes Beaches May Reopen May 20
OLD LYME -- At last Monday evening's Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's meeting, First Selectman Timothy Griswold discussed the subject of the Old Lyme beach closures, which had been enforced the immediately preceding weekend and met with mixed reactions. He said, "I made a decision to close the [Old Lyme] beaches to the public. In talking with the president of Miami Beach … [Read more...] about Griswold Tells BOS “Beach Closures Accomplished What We Wanted,” Hopes Beaches May Reopen May 20
Griswold Reports Now 14 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Plus One Fatality in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold told LymeLine.com by phone this morning that there are now 14 confirmed cases of COVID-19 among Old Lyme residents as at today, Friday, May 1. These cases comprise 10 females and four males. There has also been one fatality in Old Lyme. Griswold said the confirmed cases comprise: a 64-year-old female a … [Read more...] about Griswold Reports Now 14 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Plus One Fatality in Old Lyme