NEWS ALERT: Beach/Parking Permits
Parking permits are on sale at the Parks & Recreation Office or online. To obtain a season permit, all applicants must present their valid car registration at time of purchase. If you are new to town, please bring your tax bill or lease for proof of residency to expedite the process.
As of Saturday, May 24 (Memorial Day Weekend) all vehicles must have a parking permit to enter the parks through September 5 (Labor Day). Park hours are 8:00AM to dusk. Lifeguards are on duty daily from 9:00AM to 5:00PM, beginning in mid-June.
See the Beach Pass Information page for details about purchasing a pass.
Latest News
Police Commission Notice
The East Lyme Police Commission is currently reviewing the Internal Affairs investigation, IA #1. Once we are finished reviewing, we will discuss the next steps with the Town’s legal team. The Police Commission is focused on making sure each step moving forward is done properly, and in… Read more >
Water Main Break
We are currently working on a water main break in town, so High Street, Cypress Way, and parts of Stoneywood Drive may experience service interruptions while our crews are working on repairs. If you have any questions, please call us at 860 691-4104.
Holiday Trash/Recycling & Transfer Station hours
The Transfer Station is closed this Friday April 18 but will be open normal hours on Saturday 7:30AM to 3:00PM. No trash or recycling pickup on Friday April 18. Friday’s collections will be made on Monday April 21.
Job Opening: Master Mechanic / Fleet Manager
The Highway Master Mechanic/Fleet Manager performs highly skilled mechanical work in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of Town automobiles, cdl and non-cdl trucks, heavy and light equipment, small engines and related mechanical equipment. See Job Description and Employment Application on the Human Resources page.
Public Notice: Outpatient Behavioral Health Care Facility
Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Sec. 19a-638, Hopewell Health Solutions, LLC is applying for a certificate of need to establish an outpatient behavioral health care facility for adults at 248 Flanders Road, East Lyme, with an associated capital expenditure of $10,000. Interested… Read more >
Household Hazardous Waste Collection – May 3
The nextcollection event of this year is on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at East Lyme High School. All events start at 9:00AM and end promptly at 1:00PM. This video from East Lyme’s Public Works Director Joe Bragaw explains the type of materials that can and cannot be… Read more >
Job Opening: Chief Building Official & Asst. Building Official
Chief Building Official Responsible for code enforcement and inspection work involving the review of site and construction plans for new buildings, and alterations to existing buildings. Examines buildings in the process of construction, renovation or repair to ensure conformance with applicable government building codes, standards and construction… Read more >
Fair Rent Commission seeks alternate member
The Town of East Lyme Fair Rent Commission is accepting applications for one (1) open Alternate seat for landlord representative. Interested parties should send a letter of interest and bio to sanderson@eltownhall.com See the Fair Rent Commission page for information about the commission.
Town Wide Flushing
The East Lyme Water & Sewer department will be doing routine hydrant flushing along our system. We will be flushing in the area of Boston Post Road & Mill Road this week. We anticipate flushing in the area of the Orchards next week. If you see our… Read more >