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Topics getting the most attention in Middletown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Infill – Neighborhood Revitalization Program

The city holds 121 vacant residential lots and wants to turn them into new owner-occupied homes or side yards for neighbors. Council wants strict rules — no rentals or Airbnbs, build deadlines of 12–18 months — with a program rollout targeted for early 2027.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026

HighDevelopment

Middletown Paperboard Site Redevelopment

Council approved another $104,000 for Burgess & Niple to secure the state 'no further action' letter for the old Middletown Paperboard site, funded by state brownfield money. Councilmember West pressed hard on whether change orders keep pushing costs onto the city.

5 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 3, 2026