Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Office of Adjudications

Mediation Services

In addition to its role as the department’s adjudicatory body, the Office of Adjudications is also prepared to offer mediation services or otherwise facilitate settlement discussions in a confidential setting. Mediation is a process for settling disputes without the need for a hearing. Parties may request mediation at any time during the hearing process.

All hearing officers have undergone 40 hours of mediation training and have varied professional experience in facilitating settlement discussions. Any matters that remain unresolved after participation in a mediation session and proceed to the hearing stage will be heard by a hearing officer who has not served as the mediator for that matter.

Mediation Fact Sheet

Sample Mediation Agreement