That's why I didn't go into the tent that much.

And I agree with you that something has to be done. The Meadows isn't really set up that well for a Robotics competition in my opinion. But I also highly doubt that the Regional will ever leave Hartford. Well, not until UTC decides to stop sponsoring it, by any rate. So that leaves the option of finding a new venue in Hartford or nearby (note, by nearby, it must be very nearby -- UTC fits a good deal of the bill for it and wants the associated publicity). I don't know what's there so I can't give any good ideas. My gut feeling is it won't move any time soon. In that case some of the New England teams might need to think about traveling a bit farther for your regionals like some of us have to do.
Matt who tries not to worry about such things as that because it's FIRST's problem, not his but isn't very good at not thinking about it anyway....