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Bristol City Council Meeting - 06/09/26
Published: Jun 9, 2026
City Council Approves Licensing and Regulations for Vape and Smoke Retailers
The City Council voted to amend Chapter 13, Sections 13-135 through 13-150, of the Code of Ordinance concerning Vape Products and Retailers. This amendment requires vape and smoke retailers to obtain an annual license from the city for $250, granting the city more flexibility to audit these establishments. The Bristol Burlington Health District can conduct inspections, and the ordinance mandates that retailers post signage indicating products are for individuals aged 21 and older. Retailers found in violation may face non-renewal or revocation of their licenses. The ordinance also incorporates language from Public Act 26-8, empowering the chief municipal officer to apply for summary closure of businesses found in violation, including seizure of related merchandise. The Zoning Commission will also consider location-based restrictions, such as proximity to schools and churches [cite: 1187-1228, 1230-1265].
City Council Approves Red Light Camera Ordinance, Paving Way for Traffic Safety Improvements
The City Council voted to amend Chapter 14, Article 4, Division 1, Sections 14-76 through 14-88, of the Code of Ordinance concerning Moving Vehicle Violations, specifically addressing red light traffic cameras. The amendment allows for the implementation of electronic enforcement devices. While the immediate focus is on red light cameras, the ordinance language is inclusive of future technologies, such as speed cameras, though their implementation would require separate approval from the Police Commission, Board of Finance, and City Council. The revenue generated from red light cameras will be used for intersection improvements and other traffic safety initiatives, not for the general fund. The implementation process includes application to the Department of Transportation, a public bid for vendors, a community forum, and a 30-day warning period before fines are issued. The cameras will be installed at high-injury intersections based on crash data, with specific examples like Aldi's Mountain Road at 229 and Summer Street and Center Street highlighted. The ordinance passed with a 5-2 vote, with some council members expressing concerns about the inclusion of speed camera language and transparency [cite: 1309-1528].
City Council Approves Bus Safety Camera Program Agreement
The City Council approved an agreement between the city, the Bristol Board of Education, and Bus Patrol America LLC for a school bus stop arm program. This program will install safety cameras on school buses to monitor stop-arm violations. The agreement is subject to review by the corporation counsel and the mayor or acting mayor, who will be authorized to execute it on behalf of the city. The program is expected to enhance safety by deterring and capturing violations of school bus stop arms, thus protecting students [cite: 1560-1565, 1603-1611, 1624-1631].
City Council Introduces Amendments to Animal Ordinance Regarding Rooster Noise
The City Council introduced amendments to the code of ordinance pertaining to Section 4-8, concerning animals and fowl. A public hearing is scheduled for July 7th, 2026, at 4:50 p.m. in Meeting Room 1-1 of City Hall. The proposed amendments aim to address citizen complaints regarding noise from roosters crowing early in the morning and at night. The ordinance will include a warning system, with two warnings issued before a third warning necessitates the removal of roosters from the property within 10 days. Additionally, the revision updates outdated and potentially inhumane language regarding noise control for roosters, removing the requirement for shock collars [cite: 1115-1124, 1130-1133, 1147-1168, 1169-1183].
Final Downtown Development Lot Referred for Sale and Planning Review
The City Council referred a matter concerning the sale of municipally owned property located at the corner of Riverside Avenue and North Main Street to the planning commission and the city council real estate committee. This property is designated for the 'cornerstone' building, a proposed six-story development by Harrier Construction. The building will include 5,000 square feet of retail commercial space, with parking underneath and an open space component at the front. This is identified as the final lot available for construction downtown. The referral is for the completion of Connecticut General Statute 8-24 reports and a public hearing for the sale of the property [cite: 1635-1672, 1646-1662].
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