Park & Recreation

Essex Basketball Center Project
Park & Recreation Subcommittee

Essex Basketball Center (EBC) – Quick Update April 19th

As you are likely aware in late March the Zoning Commission unanimously approved our application for the Basketball Center at the site of the old Park & Ride next to the Essex Fire Company No. 1. We are most appreciative of the broad base support for the Project, the many people who came out in support of the application and the Zoning Commission's thorough and fair review of the Project.
       Noteworthy at the Hearing was the Valley Regional High School Varsity Team who were all there and spoke of the importance of the facility even though they had their State Semi Final Game the next day. The Subcommittee presenters did an excellent job of covering all of the issues and were supported by attorney John Bennet, who donated his time to the Project.
       We started last week formulating the construction Plan with local contractors along with Dick Gates, a local land surveyor and Bob Doane, the project engineer, again both of whom donated their many hours. Below is a picture early last Thursday morning, April 15th when many people were paying their taxes. Included in the photo are representatives from Sullivan Paving, Connected Electric, CL&P, Dick Gates and Bob Doane and part of the Subcommittee. Please do thank these people as you see them in the community given they continue to work to make this happen.
       The good news is we have preliminarily targeted for breaking ground the first full week of September. Please watch for further information and know we welcome anyone who wishes to participate in helping the Park & Recreation Commission & Department make this a reality. Please feel free to contact either, Rick Audet, our new Park & Recreation Director or Mary Ellen Barnes, our Park & Recreation Program Manager. Both Rick and Mary Ellen have done a great job with our parks and recreational programs as well as supporting the EBC Subcommittee on this journey.

What's Going on in Essex?

Come along and see what the Essex Park and Recreation Department offers the residents of our three village.
       We maintain 10 different scenic locations that offer residents everything from swimming to baseball fields to the perfect picnic spot. Each park offers it’s own unique features to suit many needs.
       Throughout the seasons, we offer many programs that delight all ages and tastes, whether you like sports, hiking, swimming, picnicking or just taking a stroll.
       Take a stroll and see what goes on in the little town of Essex.
       Along with our programs, we provide the locations for many local organizations to have their Farmer’s Markets, the Essex Lions Lobster Bake, Craft Fairs, and many other events including the popular Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights this summer.
       The commission is constantly seeking new programs and ways to improve our existing ones. If you have any suggestions or would like to be involved, please come to one of our meetings held the first Wednesday of each month at Essex Town Hall at 7:00 PM or contact the Park and Recreation Director.

Rick Audet
Recreation Director
E-mail: raudet@essexct.gov
860.767.4340 Ext. 148

Mary Ellen Barnes
Recreation Coordinator
E-mail: mbarnes@essexct.gov
860.767.4340 Ext. 110

Normal Office Hours are Monday - Friday
9a.m - 1p.m. (These hours are subject to change)

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