Fall Town Wide Tag Sale: 🍂🛍️ IT’S TAG SALE WEEKEND! 🛍️🍂 The Prospect Annual Fall Town-Wide Tag Sale is happening THIS SATURDAY, September 19th, from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, rain or shine! 🎉 Get ready to shop, browse, and discover some great deals, hidden treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds throughout Prospect! Whether you’re searching for something special or just looking to take a drive around town, there will be plenty to see along the way. 🚗🍁 📍 Use the attached address list to plan your route! We’ve included participating homes throughout town so you can easily find the sales happening near you. Still want to have a tag sale? You can! 🏷️ Even if you didn’t sign up to be included on the official address list, you are still welcome to have your own tag sale. Just be sure to put up a sign where people can easily see it so shoppers know you’re participating! 🛍️ 🍂 Out with the old and make room for the new! 🍂It’s the perfect time to clean out, find some great bargains, and start making room for the holiday season! 🎃🎄🛍️ Bring your friends, family, and shopping bags, and enjoy a day of tag sale hunting around Prospect! Happy Tag Sale Hunting, Prospect! 🛍️🎃🍂 #ProspectCT #TownWideTagSale #TagSale #GarageSale #ShopLocal #ProspectEvents #FallInProspect MARK YOUR CALENDARS, PROSPECT!: There’s a lot happening around town this fall! Check out these upcoming community events and programs: HANDS FOR LIFE PROSPECT Tuesdays, September 29 – October 27, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Prospect Community Center Grades 6–8 A FREE, interactive program where students learn life-saving Hands-Only CPR and AED skills through hands-on instruction. Participants will receive a certificate of course completion. Questions? Call the Prospect Fire Marshal’s Office at (203) 758-3370. PROSPECT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Prospect Volunteer Fire Department 26 New Haven Road, Prospect Come meet our local firefighters and experience an exciting morning filled with: Fire truck tours Rescue demonstrations Fire hose demonstrations Special rescue tools, including the Jaws of Life Poster Contest Winners Ceremony at 9:00 AM Ice cream sundae bar at 11:00 AM, donated by The Big Dipper Smoke detector donations are also being accepted! STEPS TO SAFETY PRESENTATION Monday, September 21st 1:00 PM The Regency Clubhouse 1 White Oak Drive, Prospect Members only The Prospect Fire Marshal’s Office will present an hour-long Steps to Safety program focused on helping seniors prevent home fires and falls. Topics include: Smoke alarm safety Fire prevention Planning your escape from a fire Preventing falls Reducing the risk of fall-related injuries Three great opportunities to learn, prepare, and stay safe! We hope to see you there! NEW Marriage License Update:

Mayor’s Office

Mission Statement

The Town of Prospect's mayor is to provide strong, ethical leadership while promoting transparency, fiscal responsibility, and responsive local government. The mayor is committed to working collaboratively with town officials, employees, and residents to preserve Prospect’s small-town character, protect its resources, and enhance the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit our community.

Mayor’s Office Call Handling Statement

The Mayor’s Office for the Town of Prospect serves as the town’s main administrative and customer-service hub. It acts as the primary point of contact for residents, businesses, and visitors, answering calls to Town Hall and directing questions or concerns to the appropriate department. The office also handles general complaints and service issues, such as reporting damage caused by town services, and ensures they are followed up on. Under Prospect’s mayor–council system, the mayor is the town’s chief executive, overseeing daily operations, enforcing town ordinances, and working with the Town Council, boards, and commissions on budgets, policies, and community matters. While the Mayor’s Office does not directly oversee all departments, it coordinates communication between the public and town services, including Public Works, the Town Clerk, Assessor, Tax Collector, and other municipal offices.

Who is The Mayor?

Robert J. Chatfield, known locally as “Mayor Bob,” is the current mayor of the Town of Prospect, Connecticut. He was first elected on November 7, 1977, and has been re-elected continuously ever since, making him the longest-serving mayor in Connecticut. A lifelong resident who centers his daily life around Prospect, Chatfield went through the Prospect school system and graduated from W.F. Kaynor Technical High School before serving in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1965, including three years stationed in Germany. In addition to his role as mayor, he has been a dedicated member of the Prospect Volunteer Fire Department for over 40 years, serving as Chief and Assistant Chief. Currently, he acts as Day Commander, often being among the first to respond to emergency calls.

What happens if a plow damages my mailbox?

After the storm, you notice your mailbox is knocked over or broken. You can call or email the Mayor’s Office or Public Works to report it. They’ll ask when it happened and may request photos. Sometimes, a Public Works employee comes out to take a look. If they determine the mailbox was hit directly by the plow, the town will typically repair or replace it or reimburse you. If the damage was caused by snow or ice pushed by the plow, rather than the plow itself, the repair usually becomes the homeowner’s responsibility.

Recycling Bin pickup

Yes, the Town of Prospect provides bi-weekly curbside recycling pickup for residents. To participate, residents can visit the Mayor’s Office to pick up a standard recycling bin at no cost. If you prefer a wheeled recycling bin, please note that these are not supplied by the town and must be purchased separately by the resident.

Town Hall Hours

Monday- Friday

8:30 am- 4:00 pm

Email:

[email protected]

Phone Number:

(203)758-4461

(203)758-4462

Mailing Address:

Attn: Mayors office
Prospect Town Hall
36 Center St.
Prospect, CT 06712