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Municipal Improvement and Coastal Site Plan Applications for Renovations to the Inn at Longshore to be reviewed at April 8 P&Z Public Meeting

Westport, CT – Planning and Zoning Director Mary Young has announced that on April 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM, the Planning and Zoning Commission will be reviewing requests for a Positive Report for a Municipal Improvement and Approval of a Coastal Site Plan for substantial improvements to the Inn at Longshore located within the Town-owned property known as Longshore Club Park at 260 Compo Rd. S.

A project narrative prepared by LANDTECH on behalf of Longshore Hospitality, LLC, states: “The interior renovations include but not limited to a new HVAC system throughout, replacement of the windows and doors, an increased number of guest rooms along with the renovation of the current rooms, updated ballroom and drawing rooms, updated lobby, completely remodeled kitchen that is associated with the Inn and restaurant, various plumbing and electrical upgrades and ADA compliance updates. The architect, Ken Nadler, is proposing to create a new entrance with a porte cochere. The other exterior renovations include a series of patios that will extend across the length of the building and have access to the great lawn and shoreline, new landscaping, upgraded exterior lighting and signage and replacement of siding and roofing. The estimated construction cost for this project is approximately $5 million. Site improvements will also include a new drive entrance, enhanced parking, and a robust landscaping plan around the site of the Inn.” The April 8, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting will be held virtually via Zoom, will be live streamed on the Town’s website at www.westportct.gov, and/or accessible on Optimum Government Access Channel 79. Comments can be sent prior to the meeting at PandZ@westportct.gov and interested parties may offer testimony by joining the meeting.

The Zoom meeting link is posted on the meeting agenda. The meeting agenda is available at www.westportct.gov on the “Meeting List and Calendar” web page.

Norwalk News: Gun and Narcotics Arrest

A Norwalk man was arrested on gun and narcotics charges while driving around with an unsecured baby on his lap.

On March 31, 2024 at 11:49 AM a patrol officer observed a man driving around with a baby on his lap. The officer pulled the car over and did not see an infant car seat anywhere in the car. Officers noticed a strong smell of marijuana coming from the car. Officers searched the car which led to the discovery of .762 lbs. of marijuana and a Sig Sauer P365 loaded handgun.

Arrested: Naud Rodriguez 26 years old Norwalk

Date of Arrest: March 31, 2024

Charges: Illegal Possession of Weapon in Motor Vehicle, Negligent Storage of a Firearm, Risk of Injury to a Child, Illegal Transfer of Child-Front Seat Restraint, Possession of Narcotics with intent to Sell, Use of Drug Paraphernalia.

Bond: $250,000

“Sunday Afternoon Talks” at Stratford LibraryMohegan Culture & Tradition Topic for April 14 Program

The Stratford Library will continue “Sunday Afternoon Talks”, its series of informative and entertaining
talks featuring prominent local guest speakers, on Sunday, April 14 at 2 pm. Guest speaker David Eichelberg will discuss, “Mohegan Tradition: Culture and History”. The talk is free and open to the public.
“Mohegan Tradition: Culture and History” will cover the history, culture, and traditions of the Mohegan
people that originate in the 1630s. The Mohegan Story starts when a man named Uncas rebelled against the Pequot Nation. Following his rebellion, he is banished from the tribe and asks his loyal followers to go with him in search of their own lands. Uncas takes his loyal warriors and families and move westward across the Thames river and ends up in modern day “Fort Shantok”, the Home of the Mohegan Nation.
David Eichelberg is the Outreach and Tradition specialist for the Mohegan Tribe. He graduated from
Mitchell College in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in sports management. As a young boy, he learned from his father and grandfather about his Mohegan history and culture and was brought to tribal meetings, drum practices, and other events. When he was older he was a part of the “Unity of Nations” drum group, as well as learning how to traditionally dance in the Eastern War style of powwow dancing. He currently leads the tribe’s boys drum group along with teaching male dance classes. According to Eichelberg, “Working to promote our tribal identity and culture has given me great joy over the past two years and I strive to learn as many traditional teachings and way of life as I can to honor the sacrifices of the Mohegan men and women before me.”
The “Sunday Afternoon Talks” series, hosted by Charles Lautier of Stratford, is held from 2-3:30 pm in the
Stratford Library Lovell Room, 2203 Main Street in Stratford.

For further information visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org or call the Library at: 203.385-4162.

CHILD PORNOGRAPHY ARREST


FAIRFIELD, CT – Over the course of the past several months, the Fairfield Police Department
has pursued an investigation into a case of alleged child pornography possession, resulting in the
arrest of Dontrell Dayshawn Rodriguez (DOB 02/09/1995) of Fairfield, CT.
Initiated following a cyber tip from the Connecticut State Police Computer Crimes Unit, the
investigation underscores our unwavering commitment to combating child exploitation.
Detectives from the Fairfield Police Department Investigative Division diligently pursued leads,
executing search and seizure warrants on file hosting services and internet service providers
between December 2023 and March 2024.
Evidence collected during these operations identified Dontrell Dayshawn Rodriguez as a suspect
in the possession of child pornography. Subsequently, both Arrest and Search Warrants were
obtained for Rodriguez’s person, electronic devices, and residence in Fairfield.
On March 27, 2024, Dontrell Dayshawn Rodriguez (DOB 02/09/1995) was taken into custody
and his electronic devices were secured as additional evidence. He was charged with Possession
of Child Pornography in violation of C.G.S. 53a-196d. Rodriguez was held on $75,000 court set
bond and transported to Bridgeport Superior Court on March 28, 2024.
“This arrest represents a significant milestone in law enforcement’s efforts to combat child
exploitation. The Fairfield Police Department remains steadfast in our commitment to protecting
the most vulnerable members of our society. The collaboration with the Connecticut State Police
along with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has been instrumental not
only in this case but in numerous arrests in our town and across the state. This partnership will
continue to bring those in possession of such lewd material to justice.”

Carjacking Incident

On March 28, 2024 at 5:02 AM Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a carjacking that occurred on Westport Avenue. During the incident, two suspects stole a BMW X3 from the owner at gunpoint. The suspects fled and attempted another carjacking at the intersection of Dry Hill Road and Westport Avenue. The driver was able to maneuver the vehicle past the suspect vehicle and flee.

The carjacked vehicle was recovered by Patrol Division Officers in Norwalk earlier today. Detectives are actively investigating this incident and ask that anyone who witnessed this crime or that has information about it to contact Detective James Barron at 203-854-3031, or by email at Jbarron@norwalkct.gov. Anonymous tips can be left at any of the following:

Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111

Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com

Anonymous text tips can be submitted by typing “NORWALKPD” into the text field, followed

by the message, and sending it to TIP411 (847411)

Renters’ Rebate for Elderly and/or Disabled

Program Begins Accepting Applications on April 1

Westport, CT – Human Services Director Elaine Daignault reminds qualifying residents that the 2024 State of Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program begins accepting applications on April 1, 2024. Westport residents must contact the Westport Human Services Department on or after April 1, 2024, to make an appointment to complete the application.


The State of CT Renters’ Rebate Program provides income-based reimbursement for seniors aged 65+ and/or individuals with disabilities who collect Social Security income. The renters’ rebate amount is based on qualifying income and the amount of rent and utility payments (excluding telephone) made in the previous calendar year (2023). The maximum income for a single person to qualify is $43,800 or $53,400 for a married couple.

In addition to meeting the criteria above, applicants must meet a one-year state residency requirement. People renting an apartment, room, mobile home, or cooperative housing may be eligible for this program. Go to 2024 State of Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program to learn more about the program.


The deadline to apply for this state-funded program is September 27, 2024. Applicants must contact the Human Services Department at (203) 341-1067 or via email at Kwitt@westportct.gov to complete the application process. Please note: Connecticut residents living outside Westport must contact their municipality to receive assistance with the application.

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