Mayor Hogan called the regular meeting to order at 7:35 PM.

1. ROLL CALL - PRESENT- Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council member Simon, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks

2. PRAYER - Council member Pacino

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council member Pacino

4. RESOLUTIONS AND AWARDS
    None.

5. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

Helen Giunta, 120 Bloomfield Avenue, discussed 330 Windsor Avenue and had packets of information on Montessori elementary schools and their excellent results.

Robert Christensen, Poquonock Avenue, discussed the proposed firehouse, noting that Culbro gave $600,000 to go towards the firehouse cost. This was not intended to pay for the entire firehouse. He discussed a lien recently discovered on the property.

Adam Gutchen, 49 Pierce Boulevard, spoke of the recent change in polling place for District One, noting safety issues at the Wilson Fire House as a polling place as it is dangerous to walk to and he inquired what would happen if a fire occurred and the firemen needed to use the station, trucks, etc..

6. PUBLIC BUILDING COMMISSION REPORT

Chairman Joe Novak gave the report.

WHS - Phase 1 - is moving along well. Phase 2 - renovations are the same as the last report. They are working on options to maximize the State reimbursement. Council member Pacino inquired as to Title 9 and ADA compliance affect on the money. Mr. Novak said they will comply with Title 9. They are still considering the field house.

Sage Park Roof - awaiting final inspection from the roofing inspector.

Rainbow Road Firehouse - plans are being developed. He discussed the $35,000 MDC assessment on the property which was recently discovered. They would like a formal answer as to the scope of the project from the Council, including direction as to adding $35,000 to the project. The MDC assessment comes due when project construction commences.

There is no generator proposed for the firehouse.

Mayor Hogan referred the matter to the Finance Committee.

Council member Trinks requested the PBC do a presentation for the Finance Committee at their meeting next Wednesday at 5:30 PM. Mr. Novak agreed.

Mr. Novak noted that the PBC is now meeting on Tuesdays.

12. a. Windsor Housing Authority Annual Report to the Town Council

Mr. Corbett gave an overview of the two programs administered in Windsor.

He summarized Section 8 and discussed the vouchers utilized. There are 154 active Section 8 certificates in Windsor. All dwelling units are inspected annually. The participating landlords are paid directly by the Windsor Housing Authority with the remainder paid by the tenant.

There are two elderly housing projects, one consists of 60 units and the other consists of 52 units; both projects are 100% occupied with waiting lists. There is about an 8% turn over annually.

They have 3 commissioners on the board, they would like to have two more commissioners.

7. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT

Salt & Sand Piles

Mixed sand and salt piles have been placed at the following locations for the convenience of town residents to use for their driveways, walks and steps:

Sharshon Park - parking lot

Stroh Park - commuter parking lot

LP Wilson Community Center - parking lot

Windsor High School - rear parking lot

Mechanic Street - Commuter parking lot by the dog pound

Oliver Ellsworth School - back parking lot

Welch Park - upper parking lot

Public Works Complex, 99 Day Hill Road

Commercial companies that wish to obtain sand/salt may purchase this material at the Public Works Complex. For more information, call 285-1855.

Holiday Programs Help Windsor Residents

Thanks to the generosity of Windsor families, churches, civic groups and businesses, the Senior and Adult Team staff and volunteers were able to assist many people for the holidays.

240 children received toys

165 households received a gift certificate for Geissler’s Supermarket

41 people who are disabled and living on small income received a box of gifts prepared by the Loomis Chaffee students

22 households used the Windsor Food Bank during the month of December

28 seniors and people with a disability received a small gift delivered by a caseworker

"Thank you" to all who donated items or volunteered for this most worthwhile cause.

Friendly Shoppers Program Seeks Volunteers

For over a year and a half, Town of Windsor Senior Services has coordinated a "Friendly Shoppers" program which is designed to assist seniors and disabled adults with their grocery shopping and some basic errands of necessity such as the drug store, bank and barber or beauty shop. This weekly or twice monthly program pairs a volunteer with an individual who may be homebound, or unable to complete these tasks on his or her own.

The need for Friendly Shoppers here in Windsor has grown as people continue to become older and more frail and are unable to use the Town’s Dial-a-Ride bus as they previously had. If you are looking for a way to become connected to the community, and volunteer for the rewarding experience, contact Andrea Cofrancesco, Senior Services Caseworker at 285-1839 for more information.

Community Service Club

The Windsor Senior Center is forming a Community Services Club for Windsor residents that want to give back to the community in a unique and challenging way. If you enjoy helping others, have a little free time, and want to get involved in something different, but are a little hesitant to "go it alone", this program is just for you.

An informational, brainstorming meeting will be held at the Senior Center located at the L.P, Wilson Community Center on Wednesday, February 2, 2000 at 3:00pm. If you are interested in attending, or would like further information, call Andrea or Marilyn at 285-1839.

January 12, 2000 Snowstorm Update

Last week’s snowstorm moved into the Northern part of Windsor at approximately 6:00am. Eight Public Works personnel were called in at 5:00am with remaining storm control personnel arriving at their normal start time of 7:00am.

The storm brought 2-3 inches of snow during the morning hours and an additional 1-2 inches late in the afternoon. Storm personnel worked until midnight. During the day they opened up streets and pushed back snow throughout town. 17 drivers concentrated on roadways and 6 drivers concentrated on town and school facilities.

Equipment problems were minimal, with only a few pieces down for no more than 1-2 hours during the storm.

Estimated cost of this storm including fuel, sand, salt and overtime is approximately $7700.

Public Forum

A public forum will be held next Monday, January 24th at 7:00pm in the Town Hall Council Chambers to further discuss the property located at 289 Broad Street, (the Huntington House). This public forum is an opportunity for Windsor residents to give their comments and feedback regarding the Huntington Estate and potential future uses of this property. For those interested, a tour will be given of the Huntington House prior to the public forum beginning at 5:00pm.

In addition, a program providing general information about the house, its history, and a walk through tour is being produced by town staff and will be aired on WIN-TV Channel 21 on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, January 20 – 23, at 7:00pm.

115 Pierson Lane Update

We are pleased to announce that on January 14, 2000 Pierson Properties became the owner of record of the property at 115 Pierson Lane (also referred to as the American Tool building). As you may recall, in the fall of 1998, the town assigned its tax liens on this property to Pierson Properties in hopes of returning this environmentally contaminated parcel to active use.

Pierson Properties hopes to receive written approval of their remediation plan from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) within the next two weeks. As soon as that it received and the weather cooperates, Pierson will begin remediation and reconstruction of the building. They hope to have the building available for a tenant by this summer.

If anyone is aware of potential tenants for this building or has any questions, please contact Harry Freeman, our Economic Development Director at 285-1877.

8. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS

Council member Albano-- none.

Council member Broxterman -- attended a Martin Luther King Memorial Service at LP Wilson and highly recommended all to attend next year.

Council member Haverstock -- asked people to come out next Monday to discuss possible acquisition of the Huntington House -- 1/24/2000 at 7:00 PM; the tour is at 5:00 PM.

Council member Pacino-- none.

Council member Ristas-- none.

Council member Simon -- none.

Council member Trinks-- thanked staff for the Windsor Fest, he had a great time with his daughter. He was glad to hear the comments about the polling place, noting Wolcott is dangerous for polling due to small children being present. He thanked everyone for the presentation at 330 Windsor Avenue.

Deputy Mayor Curtis -- none.

Mayor Hogan -- she referred the matter of Windsor Giants Field House to the Finance Committee.

9. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES

Health and Safety Committee -- Council member Broxterman --

Mayor Hogan suggested they meet with the Finance Committee.

Town Improvements - Deputy Mayor Curtis -- meeting scheduled for this evening was canceled. The will meet on Thursday, 1/27/00 at 7:00 PM. They will discuss 330 Windsor Avenue and continuing discussion regarding the skate park.

Special Projects -- Council member Simon -- will meet on 1/27 at 6:00 PM.

Finance Committee-- Council member Trinks -- met on 1/12/00 - agenda item 12 c. came out of that meeting. Another meeting will be held on 1/26 at 5:30.

10. ORDINANCES

None.

11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

None.

12. NEW BUSINESS

b. Approval of the Annual Shad Derby Day Festival, May 20, 2000

Town Manager Churchill discussed the Shad Fest Bureau request for permission to use the Town Green

Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman,

To approve the request of the Shad Derby Fest Bureau to use the town green for the Shad Derby Festival on Saturday, May 20, 2000. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

c. Appropriation of $60,000 for design of Goslee Pool renovations

Peter Souza gave a brief overview together with Al Neumann.

On November 30, 1999 the Finance Committee staff provided a report on the need to reconstruct Goslee Pool. The facility is over 30 years old and has significant failure of system piping and decking. Last spring about $20,000 in repair work was done to make the pool operation for the swim season. The bathhouse needs to be brought into compliance with the ADA code requirements.

Mr. Neumann said phase 1 - preliminary cost estimates based on a 4,250 square foot pool is about $517,000.

Phase two - remove the existing wading pool and construct new splash pool with associated mechanical system and decking - preliminary cost estimate is $100,000.

Phase III - renovation of bathhouse and maintenance building. Complete sitework, including parking / turn around area - preliminary cost estimate $161,000.

Preliminary construction cost estimate: $778,000

Contingency $77,800

Design $60,000

Council member Pacino suggested keeping the pool open after dark. He asked if the project could be completed by July 1st. Mr. Neumann said they hope to have phase one completed prior to the swim season. Phase two would begin in the fall.

Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis,

Resolved that $60,000 be appropriated from the General Fund Unreserved, Undesignated Fund Balance to Capital Outlay Fund Account (02-528) Goslee Pool Reconstruction and Reconstruction Project. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis,

that the Windsor Town Council waive the bidding process for the Goslee Pool Project and authorize the Town Manager to utilize a Request for Proposals process to negotiate a construction contract. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

d. Adopt Budget Calendar for FY 2000-2001

Donald Cunningham gave an overview of the proposed calendar which was contained in the Council members’ packets. The proposal is exactly the same as it was last year.

Council member Broxterman made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks,

to adopt the budget calendar as proposed for FY2000-01. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

e. Set a date for Public Hearing FY 2000 - 2001 Budget

Council member Broxterman made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks,

to set a public hearing for February 7, 2000 at 7:00 PM for the FY 2000-2001 Budget.

The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

f. Set Date for Adjourned Town Meeting

Deputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman,

to set the Adjourned Town Meeting for Tuesday, May 9, 2000 to vote on the budget.

The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

13. RESIGNATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS

Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman, Item M - to appoint Michael O’Brien, 1275 Windsor Avenue, to the TP&Z as an alternate; Item T - to reappoint Helene Shay to the Zoning Board of appeals.

The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis,

to table items A through L ,N,O,P,Q,R,S and U. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

14. MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING

a. Minutes of the January 3, 2000 Regular Meeting

Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis,

to approve the Minutes of the January 3, 2000 Regular Meeting. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

15. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

          None.

16. ADJOURNMENT

Deputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Haverstock, to adjourn the meeting at 9:28 PM. Motion 9-0-0.

Respectfully submitted,

Abigale LaViolette

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