AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Development: Middlebury officials are seeking a clearer comparison of proposed zoning changes, with concerns about effects on commercial and industrial permits and the town’s outdated development plan. Agriculture: Roxbury’s Town Line Farm Preserve will lease 7,500 square feet of its renovated dairy barn to Oracle Mushroom, a growing gourmet mushroom farm planning to move in January. Energy: Hull Street Energy completed its acquisition of FirstLight’s 1,400-megawatt Northeast power fleet, including hydroelectric assets in Connecticut. A separate proposal in North Canaan would install 10,000 solar panels. Defense Industry: Connecticut launched a cybersecurity support program for defense contractors, aiming to help firms strengthen their digital protections. Employer Costs: Workers’ compensation rates will fall 4.9% overall in 2027, including a 5.5% decrease for manufacturers and 6% for contractors. Transportation: DATTCO bought a New York bus company, while construction is underway on a new Enfield train station.
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