Access Newington Phone Directory

Newington Town Hall Contacts

Newington Town Hall is at 131 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 06111. The main phone number is (860) 665-3000. Town hall houses most municipal departments, and the main number connects you to a switchboard that routes calls to the right office. Hours follow a standard weekday schedule, but some departments may keep slightly different times. It is smart to call before visiting if you need to meet with someone specific. The town clerk is at (860) 665-3010. This office handles vital records, land records, licenses, and public document requests under the framework established by CGS §1-210, which requires most government records in Connecticut to be accessible to the public.

The town manager's office takes calls at (860) 665-3001. The town manager runs day-to-day operations and coordinates between departments. Residents who are unsure where to direct their question can call this office and get pointed to the right place. Staff here handle routing inquiries as a regular part of their work.

Visit the Newington town website for the complete department directory with current phone numbers and email contacts.

Newington Department Phone Numbers

Newington operates a full range of municipal departments. The police department handles non-emergency calls at (860) 666-8445. The building department manages permits and inspections at (860) 665-3020. Public works oversees roads, drainage, and utility infrastructure. The parks and recreation department runs community programs, sports leagues, and manages town parks and facilities. The tax collector handles property tax billing and payment schedules. The library system has its own phone line for reference help and program information. All departments have staff available during business hours, and voicemail is set up for after-hours messages.

Frequently used Newington numbers:

• Town Clerk: (860) 665-3010
• Town Manager: (860) 665-3001
• Police (non-emergency): (860) 666-8445
• Building Department: (860) 665-3020

All numbers are from official Newington sources. If a line seems wrong, check the town website or dial (860) 665-3000 for the updated listing.

Note: Newington town offices close on state holidays, and individual departments may have adjusted hours at various points during the year.

Police and Safety Numbers in Newington

The Newington Police Department takes non-emergency calls at (860) 666-8445. Dial 911 for any emergency. The department handles incident reports, traffic safety, community outreach, and general safety questions through this number. Newington also has a fire department and emergency medical services with separate lines reachable through town hall. The police records division processes requests for reports and related documents. Many government documents qualify as public records under CGS §1-200, though certain exemptions apply to police records tied to open investigations or sensitive case types.

To request a police report, contact the records division first. They will explain what is required, including any forms and fees. Standard requests typically take a few business days to complete.

Court Directory for Newington

Newington falls within the Hartford Judicial District. The Connecticut Judicial Branch has a case lookup tool at jud.ct.gov/lookup.htm that covers civil, criminal, and family cases statewide. For phone inquiries, the Connecticut Judicial Branch site lists phone numbers for each courthouse. Court clerks help with questions about filings, scheduling, and case updates. Checking case details online first means you can give the clerk your case number right away and get answers faster.

The Hartford Judicial District courthouse handles cases for Newington and many other towns in the area. Different case types route through different divisions. Small claims, housing, family, and criminal matters each have their own path. Knowing your case type before you call speeds up the entire process. Connecticut's court system is state-run, so procedures do not change based on which town you are calling from.

The Newington town homepage below is a good starting point for locating department contacts and local resources.

This site includes links to all town departments and their current phone numbers, making it a reliable companion to this phone directory page.

Public Records in Newington

Connecticut's public records law, CGS §1-210, makes most government documents open for inspection unless a specific exemption applies. In Newington, the town clerk at (860) 665-3010 is the main contact for public records requests. Commonly requested items include vital records such as birth and death certificates, land records, meeting minutes, budget documents, and town contracts. The clerk explains the process, provides forms, and lets you know about any fees that might apply.

State-level resources extend your search beyond the local level. The Connecticut state portal connects to statewide databases for many record types. Professional licenses can be verified through the eLicense lookup tool. Business entity records are available through the Secretary of the State. The public records administration page explains your rights and the formal process for requesting documents from state and local offices.

Note: For older records that may not be digitized, the town clerk can often locate them in physical archives with advance notice.

Finding Newington Phone Numbers

The town website is the best resource. Department listings on newingtonct.gov have current numbers for all offices. If you cannot find a number there, call (860) 665-3000 and ask the switchboard to transfer you. Staff at town hall handle this regularly and can get you connected to the right department without delay.

Under CGS §7-109, town clerks in Connecticut have defined duties around record-keeping and public access. The Newington town clerk operates within these guidelines and can assist with certified copies, document lookups, and general questions about what records the town maintains. For state agencies, the Connecticut departments and agencies directory provides a complete listing.

If you call a Newington office and get voicemail, leave your name, phone number, and a brief note about what you need. Most offices return calls within one to two business days. Calling mid-morning is usually the best time to reach someone directly.

Hartford County Resources

Newington is in Hartford County. County government was eliminated in Connecticut in 1960, but county boundaries remain important for court districts, public health regions, and planning organizations. The Hartford Judicial District serves Newington and nearby towns for all court matters. State agencies organized along county lines can generally be located through the state portal or by contacting the judicial branch directly.

The Newington phone directory connects to county-level resources mainly through court services, health districts, and regional transit. If you need a county-level contact that does not appear on the town website, the state judicial branch or the Capitol Region Council of Governments are good secondary sources to check.

Nearby Cities

Towns near Newington also have phone directory pages on this site. If you need contacts in a neighboring area, check these:

• Hartford
• West Hartford
• Wethersfield
• New Britain

These communities share court services, regional transit, and some health district resources with Newington. Phone numbers for shared services sometimes route to the same office. Checking which town administers a given service helps you call the right number from the start rather than being transferred between offices.