Trumbull residents place a high priority on preserving the land and the environment. Over 1,600 acres of the Town have been set aside as recreational and open space, the largest amount of open space per capita for any town in Connecticut. The natural landscape a considerable part of Trumbull's quality of life.
Outdoor recreational opportunities at municipal areas include the 18–hole Tashua Knoll’s public golf course and the 9-hole, par-3, executive, Tashua Glen public golf course, more than 20 tennis courts, many of which are lit for night play, four natural swimming areas (two of which are private), one indoor and two outdoor swimming pools, two sprinkler park areas, a BMX bike track, hiking and bicycle trails, picnic sites, ice-skating ponds, (weather permitting,) tot lots, a dog park and numerous baseball, lacrosse and soccer fields that are used by both youth and adult recreational leagues. One biking/hiking trail deserves particular attention. It is the 3.4 mile Pequannock Valley Greenway Trail that follows the railroad path of the former Housatonic Railroad. This trail is just one segment of the 18.5 miles Housatonic Rail Trail that will eventually stretch from downtown Bridgeport, through Trumbull and Monroe and ending at the Monroe/Newtown borderline. The Trumbull Nature & Arts Center, the Teen Center, and the Trumbull Senior Center are some of the other rich and valued resources in Town. Also located in Town is the Westfield-Trumbull Shopping Mall, which is anchored by Lord & Taylor, Macy’s and JCPenny.
One of the Town’s great treasures is the 105-acre Indian Ledge Park with its beautiful amphitheatre. Summer concerts that draw thousands of residents and visitors are a featured attraction at the Park. Past groups have included Chicago, Styx, The Beach Boys, Hall & Oats and KC, the Sunshine Band and The Train. The Town Hall gazebo is host to concerts most Tuesday nights during the summer.
Single-family homes make up 93% of local housing, with properties ranging from quarter-acre to full acre or larger lots. There are attractive condominium units in central locations and Stern Village, the Town's senior housing development, which offer sought-after housing alternatives. Several homes, especially in the Nichols Farms Historic District, are on the National Register of Historic Places. Also located in the District is the Trumbull Historic Society.
Trumbull public schools consist of six elementary schools, two middle schools and a high school. The Town also offers two unique regional high schools: the Agricultural and Biotechnology High School (with special programs affiliated with Yale University) and the regional Performing Arts High School. In addition, the Town hosts two private elementary schools, one private high school (St. Joseph High School,) and a private school for Grades K – 12, (Christian Heritage School.) There are over 20 houses of worship in the Town.
Not to be overlooked is another Trumbull treasure, “Trumbull Loves Children (TLC)” a before and after school care program, as well as a summer camp, “where children come to learn and play.” Established in 1984, TLC centers are located at each of Trumbull’s six elementary schools and at its Fun Zone center. TLC is a wonderful childcare alternative for working parents.
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