Office of the First Selectman
Here, residents can find details on when the First Selectman’s office is open, along with the various services and responsibilities the office handles.
Office Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:30 am​
Tuesday: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Get In Touch/Visit
Physical Location: 33 East Main Street - 2nd Floor, Portland, CT
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 71, Portland CT 06480-0071
Telephone: 860-342-6715
Fax: 860-342-6714
The First Selectman is a full-time elected position, serves as the Civilian Chief of Police, is the local authority to projects, local roadways, and the administrator to all Municipal employees, excluding Board of Education employees.
This office also functions as Human Resources and Social Services. Other responsibilities include the review, process and issuance of:
Bazaar / Raffle Permits
Canvassers / Hawkers / Peddlers / Solicitors / Vendor Permits
License to Purchase Precious Metals and Stones
Temporary 60-Day State Pistol Permit
Pin Game Permits for Operators and Distributors
Pistol & Revolver Retailer License [CGS Sec. 29-28] (paperwork obtained through SLFU)
Street Closure Permits
Connect to “Downloadable Forms” to view permit application forms. The submission of an application does not constitute a permit until said application is approved by the applicable authority and all fees are paid in full.
The Town of Portland is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer
Resident Resources
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Latest Message
February 18, 2025
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Here, residents can find details on when the First Selectman’s office is open, along with the various services and responsibilities the office handles.