2 - Town of Colchester

Telephone Survey
Should the Town Build a
Community Center
Favor 68%
Oppose 28%
Need More Info 4%
Don’t Know 1%
Community Center
There is strong interest in Colchester for establishing a community center. In addition to being a top priority for the
Parks and Recreation Department, Senior Services, and Youth Services, over two-thirds of Colchester residents supported
the idea of the Town building a community center for Colchester residents of all ages. Specific amenities could include
community rooms, indoor pool, stage, meeting space, and a dining/banquet area. This facility could also serve as a
community shelter or accommodate compatible municipal departments.
Library
Cragin Memorial Library
The Cragin Memorial Library is
located at 8 Linwood Avenue in the
Town Center. For many years, the
existing library was inadequate in
terms of space and programs. The
Town and the library trustees are
currently expanding the library to
address this deficiency.
With a larger library, additional staff
will be required to provide programs
and services. At some time, it may
make sense to revisit the relationship
between the Town and the Board of
Trustees. With these improvements,
the library should meet community
needs through the planning period.
Youth Services
The old Town Hall building on Norwich Avenue was recently renovated for use as a Youth Center. While this space will
help to meet the needs of Colchester’s youth population in the short term, additional space will be needed in the future as
such programs grow. Program usage should be monitored to anticipate future needs, including possible youth
transportation services after school and vacation periods (possibly through sharing of senior citizens buses).
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