Town Council Meeting Minutes

Windsor Town Council

Council Chambers - Town Hall

February 6, 2001 (Postponed from February 5, 2001 due to weather)

Unapproved Minutes

 

Public Hearing to hear budget requests from citizens from the FY2001 - FY2002 Public Hearing.

Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:00 p.m. and read the legal notice.

Present: Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council members Trinks, Simon, Albano, Ristas, Pacino and Broxterman. Council member Haverstock was absent.

Public Comment

There was no public comment.

The public hearing closed at 7:04 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

Joan Ruggiero

Substitute Clerk of the Windsor Town Council

(Minutes done from videotape)

cc: Town Clerk

Main Library

Wilson Branch

 

 

 

 

 

 

Windsor Town Council

Council Chambers - Town Hall

January 16, 2001 - Public Hearing

Approved Minutes

 

Public Hearing relative to the proposed ordinance adopting the provisions of the Windsor Town Charter 8-2(c) to provide for a Capitol Improvement Committee.

 

Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:00 PM and read the legal notice.

 

Present: Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis (absent), Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman (absent), Council member Haverstock (absent), Council member Pacino, Council member Ristas (absent), Council Member Simon and Council member Trinks

 

Public Comment - None

 

The public hearing closed at 7:04 PM.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Deborah S. Burgess

Substitute Clerk of the Windsor Town Council

 

C: Town Clerk

Main Library

Wilson Branch

 

Public Hearing Minutes Approved February 6, 2001

 

 

Windsor Town Council

Council Chambers - Town Hall

January 16, 2001 - Public Hearing

Approved Minutes

 

Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:15 PM and read the legal notice.

 

Public Hearing relative to the proposed ordinance amending Chapter 16, Article III, of the Windsor Code relative to signage of handicapped parking spaces.

 

Present: Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman (absent), Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council member Ristas (absent), Council Member Simon and Council member Trinks

 

Public Comment

Susan Viner, 85 Stratford Court, Is a member of the Commission on the Aging and Handicapped, and is also a nurse. She commented that while recovering from a broken leg she was given a temporary handicapped sticker and noticed many people using handicapped spaces without stickers. Also noted people continuing to use expired temporary stickers. She stated that the elderly population is growing in numbers, and feels that the problem is going to get bigger. Stated that she is in support of non-confrontational enforcement of handicapped sticker usage. She said that in Rhode Island the fine is going up to $1,000 for misuse of handicapped parking. Feels that Windsor should be in the forefront of enforcement.

 

Lee Hoffman, 1003 Windsor Avenue, a member of the Commission on the Aging and Handicapped. Summarized the intended purpose of the proposed ordinance. Noted that the intent is to inform the public of the least intrusive method of reporting handicapped parking misuse. The town will assist in the production of the signs, not to burden Windsor businesses.

 

No other comments.

 

The public hearing closed at 7:25 PM.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

Deborah S. Burgess

Substitute Clerk of the Windsor Town Council

 

 

C: Town Clerk

Main Library

Wilson Branch

 

Public Hearing Minutes Approved February 6, 2001

 

Windsor Town Council

Council Chambers - Town Hall

January 16, 2001 - Regular Meeting

Approved Minutes

 

Mayor Hogan called the regular meeting to order at 7:34 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 (absent) and Council member Trinks
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  3. Prayer - Council member Broxterman
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  5. Pledge of Allegiance - Council member Broxterman
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  7. Resolutions and Awards - None
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  9. Public Communications and Petitions - None
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  11. Board of Education Report - None
  12. Mayor Hogan would like to entertain a motion to move item 12a, Housing Authority Annual Report to this point in the agenda.

     

    A motion was made by Council member Albano and seconded by Council member Broxterman to move item 12a to this point in the agenda. Motion passed 8-0-0

     

    John Pier, 1006 Windsor Avenue, Treasure of Windsor Housing Authority. Began by noting that there is a need for a fifth member. Detailed the Housing Authority's purpose. Stated that operating expenses are covered via tenant rents, which are capped. Stated that the Federal Section 8 Housing program compliments rents for 150 family units. The section 8 funding subsidizes the administrative costs. Commented that they do not receive money from the town, however, they do pay the town $24,000. Pointed out that generators are needed for an alternative power source, however, the state does not permit the use of their own capitol funds. Secondly, the Town of Windsor entered into an arrangement several years ago for providing senior housing at the old Fitch school. CHFA has approached the Housing Authority offering financial backup for this project, however, there is an issue of a lease with the town for this property.

     

    Mayor Hogan asked if the lease mentioned was a fifty-year lease. Also asked when the meetings were held for anyone interested in filling need for a fifth member.

     

    John Pier responded that the lease was for sixty years and that the meetings are held the last Monday of every month at 3:00 PM.

     

  13. Town Manager's Report
  14. Leon Churchill, Town Manager, reported the following:

     

    Hartford Foundation Grant Awarded to the Caring Connection Adult Day Health Center

    I am pleased to announce that the Caring Connection Adult Day Health Center recently received notification of a grant award from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving in the amount of $11,098. This grant will provide scholarship monies for clients who are not eligible for Medicaid. Congratulations to Deb Boemmels and the Caring Connection staff for their efforts in this successful grant acquisition process.

     

    Connecticut Loves to Read Day

    Windsor Public Library will celebrate Connecticut Loves to Read Day on Saturday, February 3rd with very special stories from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

     

    Please join our special guests, Mayor Mary Hogan and NBC 30's news anchor Joanne Nesti who will help with our stories and fun.

     

    "Readasaurus" will be there to greet everyone and hand-out reading souvenirs. For more information call 285-1917

     

    Windsor Breakfast Blood Drive

    A Blood Drive is scheduled for Saturday, January 20th at Washington Masonic Lodge at 153 Broad Street, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

     

    As you may have heard in recent news reports, blood supplies are currently very low. The Red Cross has informed us that this Blood drive is very important.

     

    Breakfast will be served, and will include scrambled eggs, western Omelets, and the ever popular Windsor Mason's Puffed French Toast.

     

    Appointments are encouraged and can be made by calling the Red Cross at 1-800-Give-Life.

     

    Town Auction Results

    $41,257.09 is the net proceeds from the Town of Windsor Surplus Equipment Auction held on December 2, 2000. $29,600 of that total has been deposited into the Landfill for the sale of a waste recycler, which was a high-ticket item. The remaining has been deposited into the General Fund Miscellaneous Revenues Account.

     

    CT Freedom Trail Quilt Poster

    In celebration of Black History Month, a special ceremony will be held at the Museum of Connecticut History Connecticut State Library at 231 Capitol Avenue in Hartford on Friday, January 26, 2001 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The official poster of the Connecticut Freedom Trail Quilts will be presented. A copy of the poster will be provided by the Amistad Committee, Inc. and the Connecticut Historical Commission to all in attendance. For more information, call Alfred Narcisse at 688-2479.

     

    Annual Holiday Toy Program

    Once again the Windsor community came together to assure that their fellow residents had a joy filled holiday season. The Health and Social Services staff and the Windsor Community Service Council sponsored the Annual Holiday Toy program that provided toys and warm hats and mittens to 291 children. In addition, 36 holiday boxes were prepared by members of the Loomis Chaffee community and distributed to low income people and adults on disability. Gift certificates to local supermarkets were mailed to 41 people, mostly seniors or those on low fixed incomes.

     

    These activities were made possible through the generosity of Windsor businesses, schools, civic groups and caring individuals. Thank you to all for their support.

     

    Citizens Police Academy Offered

    A twelve-week Citizen's Police Academy will be offered to Windsor residents on Wednesday evenings beginning February 21, 2001 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

     

    The class is a great way to meet many of our police officers, especially those that work evenings and midnights that you don't get to see very often. It is also a great opportunity to learn more about what they do. Some of the topics that are covered are Communications/E-911, Investigations, Crime Scenes, motor vehicle stops, and Specialty Services like EST, K-9, bikes, and Scuba. Most of the classes are either "hands on" or have some type of demonstrations. There is also an opportunity to go to the shooting range, if the students are interested.

     

    If you are interested in attending or if you know someone that would like to attend, you can get an application at Town Hall, the Police Department or on-line at the Windsor Police web site www.windsorpolice.com For more detailed information, call Officer Renee LeGeyt at 688-5273 x563.

     

    Council member Pacino inquired about the sign proposal for Wilson.

     

    Town manager Churchill answered that the proposal has been submitted to the DOT, has not received approval yet.

     

    Council member Pacino asked if using business property instead of state property for the sign has been considered.

     

    Town manager Churchill responded that if an extended wait is foreseen that could be an option.

     

  15. Communications from Council Members
  16. Council member Pacino -Expressed his appreciation for the flag ceremony invitation at the Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

     

    Council member Broxterman - Expressed his appreciation for the Martin Luther King presentation at LP Wilson on Monday.

     

    Mayor Hogan -Encouraged people to use the ice-skating rink and the cross-country skiing at Northwest Park. Noted that CROG has received a $62,000 award from the Hartford Foundation and are engaging the National Civic League to work on increasing civic participation in towns, feels that Windsor should look into applying for funds. Stated that she has received Loomis Chaffee School's proposed realignment of Batchelder Road and Island Road.

     

    No other committee members had comments.

     

  17. Reports of Standing Committees - None
  18. Health and Safety, Broxterman reviewed and recommended the proposed ordinance regarding the placement of signs providing contact information to report handicapped parking abuses.

     

    Town Improvements Committee, Deputy Mayor Curtis stated that a priority is the senior services needs assessment. The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving provided $8,000 in grant funding to be applied to the needs assessment. Requests for proposals will be going out to see who is interested in completing that assessment. The report will be filed with the Town Improvements Committee.

     

  19. Ordinances
  1. Ordinance adopting the provisions of the Connecticut General Statues 12-65 to provide for a rehabilitation area and to establish a partial real estate tax exemption for the rehabilitation of qualified residential and non-residential structures.
  2.  

    Town Manager Churchill commented that the sunset clause is still in the proposed ordinance. The question regarding eligibility was answered that approved projects would be eligible despite the sunset clause.

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman, to waive the reading of the ordinance entitled "Tax Exemption for Rehabilitated Structures" the full text of the ordinance having been distributed to each member of the Council and copies being made available to persons attending this meeting; and that the full text of the ordinance be recorded with the minutes of this meeting. Motion passed 8-0-0.

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman that the aforesaid ordinance entitled "Tax Exemption for Rehabilitated Structures" be adopted. Motion passed 8-0-0.

     

  3. Ordinance amending Chapter 14, Article X of the Windsor Code, establishing a Capital Improvement Committee.
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    Mayor Hogan provided background on the ordinance.

     

    Council member Haverstock stated that he appreciated Mayor Hogan's comment that she would like to take into account minority representation. Asked if it was required that there be minority representation on this committee.

     

    Town Manager Churchill stated that was not his understanding. The appointments are entirely at the discretion of the Town Council.

     

    Council member Haverstock noted that having only one alternant is different, asked how that person would be determined.

     

    Mayor Hogan stated that there is no provision at this time to deal with appointing the alternate.

     

    Town Manager Churchill stated that this is an initial proposal from a year ago with no amendments, at this time the Town Council is trying to fulfill the intention of the Charter Commission.

     

    Council member Broxterman made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis that the reading of the ordinance adopting the provisions of the Windsor Town Charter 8-2(c) to provide for a capital improvement committee is hereby waived, the full text of the ordinance having been distributed to each member of the Council and copies being made available to persons attending this meeting; and that the full text of the ordinance be recorded with the minutes of this meeting. Motion passed 8-0-0

     

  5. Council member Broxterman made a motion seconded by Council member Simon that the aforesaid ordinance entitled "Ordinance amending Chapter 14, Article X of the Windsor Code, establishing a Capital Improvement Committee" be adopted.
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    Council member Haverstock suggested a friendly amendment that there be two alternates to insure minority party participation.

     

    Council member Trinks commented that the more people involved the harder it is to find people. Felt that the smaller it is kept the more effective it can be.

     

    Council member Haverstock asked if Council member Trinks would be open to limiting all committees, felt that it's not too much to ask to allow the minority party an alternate.

     

    Motion passed 6-2-0 with Council member Pacino and Council member Haverstock opposing.

     

  7. Ordinance amending Chapter 16, Article III, Section 16-35 (e), Parking for Handicapped Persons, of the Windsor Code.

 

Council member Broxterman provided background of the proposed ordinance. The intent is to provide a means for the public to report the misuse of handicapped parking. Noted that The Chief of Windsor Police supports this ordinance.

 

Council member Haverstock commented that he is concerned about police resources such as responding etc. Feels that this might create a diversion of safety issues. Asked if the businesses that would have to provide the sign would be incurring the cost. Is concerned that this ordinance diminishes the sense of community by encouraging tattling.

 

Council member Broxterman responded that police resources would not be affected because the signs would be a deterrent and would not greatly increase calls. The signs would be produced at a cost of $2,500 to the town. Stated that in terms of vigilantism he feels that this would curb that by providing a means other than personal confrontation.

 

Council member Haverstock asked if Windsor has a fine associated with this, and has there been any thought given to raising the fine as an additional deterrent.

 

Chief Searles stated that the current fine is $35.00 which doubles if not paid within 7 days. Feels that this is a sufficient amount. Commented that he feels that this is an issue of respect.

 

Council member Simon wanted to echo the feeling that this is an act of civil disrespect. Commented that he feels that it is the duty of the more able-bodied individuals look out for the needs of the less able-bodied, which would increase the sense of community.

 

Council member Pacino asked if the fine is limited to $99.00 by law? He said that he would like to increase the fine to this amount. Asked if the town will keep a supply of these signs for the new businesses.

 

Council member Broxterman noted that the information signs would be a separate sign that attaches to existing handicapped parking signs.

 

Council member Albano commented that he is concerned about the signs not fitting every existing handicapped parking sign.

 

Town Manager Churchill responded that the signs could be posted anywhere nearby as long as they are easily seen.

 

Council member Trinks noted that Health and Safety was concerned about the impact on business owners.

 

Council member Haverstock asked if the proprietor or the property owner would be responsible for placing the new signs.

 

Town Manager Churchill responded that in most cases it would be the path of least resistance usually meaning the business owner.

 

Council member Trinks stated that he feels that this is a positive step and is supporting this ordinance.

 

Council member Simon made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks, to waive the reading of the ordinance amending Chapter 16, Article III, Section 16-35(e) of the Windsor Code. The full text of the ordinance having been distributed to each member of the Council and copies being made available to persons attending this meeting; and that the full text of the ordinance be recorded with the minutes of this meeting. The motion passed 8-0-0

 

Council member Simon made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks that the effective date be amended to read July 1, 2001. Motion passed 8-0-0

 

Council member Simon made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks that the aforesaid ordinance be adopted as amended. The motion passed 8-0-0

  1. Unfinished Business - None
  2.  

  3. New Business
  4. b. Authorize the Town Manager to submit Surface Transportation Program grant applications to the Capital Region Council of Governments.

     

    Deputy Mayor Curtis provided background regarding this subject. He stated that 16 million dollars in funding is available to the projects under consideration in 29 towns in the CROG region, two million of which could be available to Windsor. He noted that there is also an additional one million available for nontraditional projects such as planning studies. Commented that all of the proposed projects are in the CIP and any additional money would be helpful.

     

    Tom Lenehan, Town Engineer stated that in submitting for this funding the town will be responsible for design, 10% of right of way costs and all costs exceeding 5% over project estimate, resulting in the need for a resolution.

     

    Council member Pacino asked if all projects are approved or each one individually.

     

    Tom Lenehan responded that CROG would evaluate each project on its own merits.

     

    Council member Pacino asked once funds are awarded is there a time limit for the project to be completed.

     

    Tom Lenehan responded that the design process would begin immediately and the funds would be available in four years.

     

    Council member Haverstock asked if the 5% overage assessment would come from the initial estimate or the estimate conducted when the project is begun.

     

    Tom Lenehan answered that CROG sends approved projects to DOT's concept unit, which will go on site and determine if there are any missed items. At that point it will be determined if the town is over 5%.

     

    Council member Haverstock stated that he is concerned about inflation, how can we be sure we are not stuck with a large overage.

     

    Tom Lenehan responded that the Council always has the option of not going forward with the project if things change somehow.

     

    Deputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Simon authorizing the Town Manager to submit the identified projects to the Capital Region Council of Governments with the understanding that a portion of the cost, including design costs, 10% of the right of way costs, and all costs exceeding 5% over estimated project costs, of each federally approved project will be the responsibility of the Town of Windsor. The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    c. Authorize the Town Manager to refinance eligible existing bond issues.

    Town Manager Churchill provided background regarding refinancing eligible bonds to save noticeable interest expenses.

     

    Greg Pavitt, Finance Director, provided a PowerPoint presentation to introduce and refresh the topic of refinancing. Explained the benefit of refinancing.

     

    Council member Broxterman asked what a savings of 5% would mean exactly.

     

    Greg Pavitt answered that by the year 2008 Windsor could save $90,000 to $100,000.

     

    Council member Simon asked when this could be accomplished if approved tonight.

     

    Greg Pavitt stated that the refinancing could be completed by the beginning of March.

     

    Council member Albano asked if this could be made generic in case the interest goes up and then back down.

     

    Greg Pavitt stated that there would be a window of approval.

     

    Town Manager Churchill noted that the resolution would be good for nine months.

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to authorize the Town Manager to actively investigate the feasibility of refunding one or more outstanding bond issues, and to prepare such analyses and documents as are necessary to that end. This authority hereby expires nine months from the passage of this resolution. The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Pacino made a motion, seconded by Council member Haverstock for a five-minute recess. Motion carried 8-0-0

     

    d. Appropriation of $80,000 to fund school safety and security enhancements.

    Deputy Mayor Curtis summarized this item stating that it stems from some questions that were raised at a Board of Ed meeting as to the status of the safety recommendations that were brought to the last Town Improvement Committee meeting. The concern raised at the last Town Improvements Committee meeting was that the money has already been expended. Due to the Clover Street walkway project, the $80,000 estimate jumped to $180,000. He stated that after some consideration he felt that the remaining items could possibly wait.

     

    Council member Haverstock asked if he was correct to summarize the input of Ms. Montague that there is not a particular urgency for these funds.

     

    Deputy Mayor Curtis responded that the items were a part of the original request, however, the funds were exhausted with the Clover Street walkway project. He also noted that the items are part of the plan for the next budget.

     

    Council member Simon stated that he is a member of the Town Improvements Committee, and felt that it was appropriate to give the Council an opportunity to discuss this item.

     

    Council member Pacino commented that he feels that this should wait and asked if the Board feels that there will be a surplus.

     

    Town Manager Churchill responded that the annual audit showed that the Board came very close.

     

    Council member Haverstock said that he is concerned that piecemeal funding does not encourage balancing. Stated that he would like to see more discipline and long term planning. He felt that it was appropriate to hold off action on this issue.

     

    Deputy Mayor Curtis noted that the piecemeal approach was not the intention of the Board.

     

    Council member Broxterman added that the Council needs to keep things in prospective, noting that the costs were the result of a study.

     

    e. Adopt budget calendar including public hearing dates for FY 2001 - 2002.

     

    Town Manager Churchill provided a summary of the proposed calendar and requested that the Council adopt the calendar.

     

    Council member Pacino asked if Passover starts on Friday or Saturday this year.

     

    Town Manager Churchill remembered running into this problem last year, which would be April 9th this year.

     

    Council member Pacino said he would like one Saturday morning session, feels that a Monday session should be postponed to a Saturday morning for individuals that cannot make the other meetings.

     

    Mayor Hogan directed that April 9th be crossed out.

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Haverstock that the Proposed Budget Calendar for the FY 2002 budget be adopted without April 9th. The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to schedule a public hearing for input from the public regarding the FY 2002 budget on February 5, 2001 at 7:00 PM

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to schedule a public hearing for input from the public regarding the FY 2002 budget as submitted to the Town Manager for April 2, 2001 at 7:00 PM. The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Simon that the adjourned Town Meeting be schedule for May 8, 2001. The motion passed 7-1-0 with Council member Pacino opposing.

     

    f. Approve uses of FY 2001 Wilson Funding.

    Town Manager Churchill provided background regarding funding.

     

    Patrick McMahon provided background regarding the Redevelopment Parcel in Wilson. Also recommended utilization of the Wilson funds for a pedestrian bridge over Deckers Brook to connect the 330 Windsor Avenue parcel to Sharshon Park. He noted that the bridge would help alleviate the parking problem at the park enabling people to park at 330 Windsor Avenue. He commented that the parcel is important to the Wilson neighborhood, it is important to feel out what developers would do with the parcel. Currently this lot is used for the Wilson carnival, residents would like to see development.

     

    Council member Haverstock asked if the town would be guided by positive uses and not only the value of the lot.

     

    Patrick McMahon stated that currently they are open-minded to various uses.

     

    Council member Haverstock asked if the town has been approached by any interested developers.

     

    Patrick McMahon responded that there has not been a great deal of interest at this time

     

    Council member Haverstock asked how wide the gap that this bridge will span is.

     

    Patrick McMahon answered that the bridge would be 50 feet.

     

    Council member Pacino asked if the town has looked into the possibility for a structure with business on the bottom and apartments on the top.

     

    Patrick McMahon answered that the study would tell us if that would be an appropriate use.

     

    Council member Pacino inquired what the bridge would cost.

     

    Patrick McMahon stated that the bridge would cost $28,000.

     

    Mayor Hogan referred this issue to the Town Improvements Committee for its review and recommendation and to keep the Finance Committee posted.

     

    g. Amend Section 12 of the Rules of Order for Town Council.

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman that Section 12. Order of Business, of the Rules of Order for Town Council be amended by deleting item VI - Board of Education Report (first monthly meeting) and inserting in its place VI - Annual Reports of Appointed Boards and Commissions.

     

    Council member Simon said that he will be supporting this due to the fact that it is a better alternative being proposed. He said that he does not think the two bodies information flow is as good as it could be. Stated that he feels that that the alternative of the working committee would be a vast improvement.

     

    Council member Haverstock agreed. He shared the notion that the Council should be working with the Board to improve education in the Town. He commented that he has been frustrated by the lack of any reports in the past few months.

     

    Council member Haverstock stated that he has heard limited discussion about a joint committee, would like to know more before adopting this amendment.

     

    Council member Pacino stated that he is in opposition. He commented that he feels that the Town Manager is accountable. He said that he feels that the Board should be able to make their monthly reports and take questions, not only show up looking for money.

     

    Deputy Mayor Curtis commented that he felt that the voters provide the funds not the Council. He stated that he will support this motion. Noted that holding one person to answering questions during sessions is not reasonable. He said that he feels that this would be a much better way to communicate with the Board.

     

    Council member Broxterman stated that he is in support of the motion, and feels that this has been the most frustrating agenda item thus far. Noted that the Board is an elected body and does not answer to the Council. He commented that the Windsor Youth is of prime importance and, therefore, the best method should be used to serve the their needs.

     

    Council member Albano suggested an amendment to remove annual to leave the door open for additional communications.

     

    Mayor Hogan noted that any Board or Commission should feel free to come to the sessions at any time.

     

    Council member Trinks and Council member Broxterman, makers of the motion, agreed with removing annual from the text of the amendment.

     

    Council member Simon said that he would like to see this committee formed and feels that it would show a real effort to work together.

     

    Council member Haverstock said that he does not know that we are replacing something with something better. Would like something thought out and put into writing. Does not feel that it is too much to ask that the Board appear and answer legitimate questions. Noted that he bristled when hearing the Board does not answer to the Council and commented that although that is true, the Council is being asked to appropriate the vast majority of funds. Therefore, he does feel like the Council has some input. Commented that he feels the Board is intentionally boycotting the sessions.

     

    Council member Trinks stated that there is no evidence of an intentional boycott.

     

    Council member Haverstock said that he was simply inquiring if that was the case as it has been nine months since the Council has last heard from the Board. Motion passes 6-2-0 with Council members Pacino and Haverstock opposing.

     

  5. Resignations and Appointments
  6. Council member Albano made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks to make the following appointments:

     

    Commission of Aging & Handicapped

    Three Year Term to expire January 31st 2004 or until a successor is appointed

    Reappoint Ruth Wood

     

    Connecticut River Assembly

    Three Year Term to expire January 31st 2004 or until a successor is appointed

    Reappoint Richard S. Dolliver

     

    Fair Rent Commission

    Three Year Term to expire March 31st 2003 or until a successor is appointed

    Dorothy Wise

     

    Historic District Commission

    Five Year Term to expire October 9th 2005 or until a successor is appointed

    Nancy Colton

     

    Library Advisory Board

    Three Year Term to expire January 31st 2004 or until a successor is appointed

    Reappoint Nellie Holmes Mason

     

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Albano to add to the agenda the resignation of Richard Vincent, Alternate, Board of Assessment Appeals.

     

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Albano to accept the resignation of Richard Vincent, Alternate, Board of Assessment Appeals.

     

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to make the following appointments:

     

    To fill the Alternate position, Board of Assessment Appeals

    Four Year Term to expire November 30, 2001 or until a successor is appointed

    Julie Tashjian

     

    Commission of Aging & Handicapped

    One Year Term to expire January 31st 2002 or until a successor is appointed

    Reappoint Susan Viner

     

    Library Advisory Board

    Three Year Term to expire January 31st 2004 or until a successor is appointed

    Reappoint Michael Raphael

     

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to table items C,E,G,I,L,M,N.

     

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

  7. Minutes of Preceding Meetings

  1. Council member Pacino made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to accept the minutes of the January 2, 2001 public hearing
  2.  

    The motion passed 8-0-0

     

  3. Council member Pacino made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman to accept the minutes of the January 2, 2001 regular council meeting.

Correction: In Communications from Council members, Council member Pacino would like to note that he said he noticed in the newspaper other town's fire departments were applying for grants. On page four capital is misspelled. The motion passed.8-0-0

 

Public Communications and Petitions

 

Paul Panos, 48 Brookview Road, Board of Education member. Stated that he was moved to come down while watching the program on television. He commented that the proposed joint committee was new to him. He said that he would like to compliment the council on its free discussion.

  1. Executive Session - None
  2.  

    Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Haverstock to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed 8-0-0

     

  3. Adjournment

 

9:55 PM

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Deborah S. Burgess

Substitute Clerk of Windsor Town Council

 

Cc: Town Clerk

Main Library

Wilson Branch

 

Town Council Minutes Approved February 6, 2001