Government/Town

Parks & Rec News

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March 20, the first day of spring, is a date I look forward to every year with much anticipation. That day brings with it renewed energy and hope for nicer weather around town. Usually, it has been about four months since many of us were able to enjoy warmer weather, work in the yard or just get out for a walk. Every day I see more and more people out walking by my office on Mountain Road, playing in the parks and enjoying spring sport; people seem to have just a bit more cheer! Be sure to get out and enjoy all that Suffield has to offer.

People/Business

Internet Provides Opportunity for Local Startup

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On Monday, March 4, a new way to generate some income from your property was introduced. Launching from Suffield, Events at HOME (your dream home for your dream day) offers homeowners the opportunity to rent out their private land, house or barn for weddings, events and corporate gatherings a few times per year. No sleepovers are allowed, and rental rates are by the hour. A typical profit for a home owner ranges from $600–$900 for a 12-hour land rental (no home access) to $1,200–$1,800 for a 12-hour rental which includes access to both the house and the land. If you own a waterfront estate with all the bells and whistles, the hourly rate ranges between $600 and $800 which can quickly add up to over $9,000 for a single day event.

People/Business

A Promise to Astrid

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The New England Premiere of the movie A Promise to Astrid will take place on June 2, at 6 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church, 580 Main Street in Agawam. Admission is free and tickets are not required.

Government/Town

Healthy After-School Snack Program was a Hit!

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Learning how to make delicious recipes that are quick, healthy, inexpensive and fun to prepare is a specialty of the very talented Michelle Mattia – Registered Dietitian of the Enfield  ShopRite that has partnered with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department once again.

Government/Town

Preliminary 2019/20 Town Budget Proposed

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As of this writing, the Board of Finance is in the process of reviewing various department budgets and capital requests in order to propose the FY 2019/20 budget for the Town meeting on May 8.

Government/Town

Senior Center & Mini Bus News

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First Selectman, Melissa Mack, will proclaim May 2019 to be Older Americans Month during the first Board of Selectmen meeting in May!