The Middletown Common Council convened a special meeting on August 19, 2024, to discuss significant proposals that could appear on the November 2024 ballot. The meeting, held both in-person and via Webex, was attended by council members and members of the public, emphasizing a hybrid format for broader participation.

The primary agenda items included the proposed renovation and extension of McDonough Elementary School and the establishment of a public safety 911 center. The meeting began with a pledge of allegiance and a formal call to order by Mayor Benjamin D. Florscheim, who confirmed the legality of the meeting.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Alberto Vasquez Matos was introduced to present the proposal for the new McDonough Elementary School. Following the presentations, a public hearing was scheduled, allowing community members to voice their opinions before the council voted on whether to advance these proposals for a referendum.

The council's decision will determine if these projects, aimed at enhancing educational facilities and public safety infrastructure, will be put to a vote by the residents of Middletown in the upcoming election.