RTM Okays $400K for CMS Work, Names Building Committee

The Representative Town Meeting (RTM) tonight approved $400,000 for initial work to reopen the now shuttered Coleytown Middle School (CMS) for the fall of 2020. Public Works Director Peter A. Ratkiewich (at podium) said the funds would be used to “kick start the project and get going” on work that eventually will cost millions of dollars. The appropriation would cover hiring of a design consultant, a dedicated project manager, and a construction manager, he said. The RTM also approved appointment of a building committee headed by Don O’Day, former chair of the Board of Education. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com