Public Hearing to Hear Budget Requests from Citizens for the FY 1999-2000 Budget

Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:06 PM.

PRESENT- Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff, Council member Lydecker, Council member Pacino, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks

PUBLIC COMMENT

Bradshaw Smith, 23 Ludlow Road, requested a line item budget and he asked that all of the budgeted money be reported properly.

Public Hearing to hear public opinion on an Ordinance amending the Town of Windsor Code - Chapter 14 by adding Article X (Capital Improvement Committee)

Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:16 PM.

PRESENT- Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff, Council member Haverstock, Council member Lydecker, Council member Pacino, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks

There was no public comment.

Windsor Town Council

Council Chambers - Town Hall

February 1, 1999

Mayor Hogan called the regular meeting to order at 7:30 PM.1. ROLL CALL - PRESENT- Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff, Council member Haverstock, Council member Lydecker, Council member Pacino, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks 2. PRAYER - Council member Lydecker 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council member Lydecker 4. RESOLUTIONS AND AWARDSa. Resolution Designating February as Black History Month in WindsorDeputy Mayor Curtis read the resolution and presented it to Florence Barlow.Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Mayor and the Windsor Town Council that: During the month of February we observe National Black History Month in recognition of the remarkable achievements of Black Americans and the contributions they have made to our nation’s heritage.Council member Graff made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, to add item 4 b. - a resolution designation February American History Month in Windsor to the agenda. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Council member Graff read the resolution designating February as American History Month in Windsor and presented it to Mrs. Gilman.5. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONSJames Mason, 252 Carriage Way, spoke about the study circles which will be starting on 2/10/99. Those wishing more information can call Mr. Mason at 688-6662.Pam Bernadini, 26 Wendy Circle, President of the Interim House Board, discussed the Interim House, located on Deerfield Road. A community development block grant was received for the project. Alan Nelson, 359 West Wolcott Avenue, found out yesterday that the Town of Windsor is going to be on the internet. He said he is against the Patriots football stadium being built and feels a petition should be formed against the football stadium. Jacqueline Gilman, 77 Capen Street, discussed her prior request for a flag on the green. She again requested an additional pole be installed on the green. Deputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Graff, to move item to this point item 12 a. Board of Ethics Annual Report to Council.The Motion Passed 9-0-0. 12. a. Board of Ethics Annual Report to CouncilChairman James Mason said the Board of Ethics meets 4 times per year, even when they have no business. They had one substantial issue this past year involving someone in the Board of Education. They concluded there was no conflict, however, they counseled the BOE to act carefully.

Council member Ristas made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, to move item 12 d. Report of Recently adopted Goals for Windsor Students, for discussion immediately after the BOE report. The Motion Passed 8-1-0 with Council member Graff opposed.6. BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORTMr. Machado gave the report.The School system is producing a number of special projects for Black History Month, including an essay contest at the High School.The first public hearing for the budget is 2/9/99 at LP Wilson at 7:00 PM. The WHS renovation referendum will be held on 2/9/99. 12. d. Report of Recently Adopted Goals for Windsor StudentsDr. Silverman discussed the Schooling for Community Success process including slides.Dr. Silverman answered questions of the Council.

Council member Ristas inquired as to gifted students. Dr. Silverman indicated methodology has not yet been addressed. Council member Haverstock asked who selected the members of the steering committee. Dr. Silverman said they were self-selected and the group originally began as 8 members and grew to 25 members. There was no chair person. Every person who wanted to become part of a focus group was welcomed.

Council member Ristas felt some fundamental goals were missing from the list given during the slide presentation.

7. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT Caregivers Education Series

Referendum Information

All polling locations will be open on Tuesday, February 9^th from 6 AM to 8 PM for voting on the Windsor High School Renovation Project. The Town Clerk's office is issuing absentee ballots until 5 PM on February 8, 1999 and will offer extra hours this week - Tuesday, February 2, until 8 PM and Sunday, February 7, from noon until 3 PM. Emergency Absentee Ballots (for hospitalization due to sudden illness or accident) are available on Referendum Day. To be counted in the final tally, these Ballots must be returned by 7:55 PM on February 9th.

The Town Assessor has completed the October 1, 1998 Grand List, which is a total inventory of all taxable property in Town. The Net Taxable Grand List totals $2,044,330,830 which is an increase of $43,140,150 or 2.1% over last year’s total. At the present mill rate of 22.1, this increase will produce $953,397 in new tax revenue. However, with the increase in the manufacturer’s machinery & equipment exemption of $5,901,760 or 16.9%, which is fully reimbursed by the State of Connecticut, the total new revenue generated by this Grand List is $1,083,826. This is almost twice the amount that was generated by last year’s list.

8. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERSCouncil member Graff-- A Doll Making Challenge exhibit is being presented at the Windsor Public Library. His wife is coordinating the effort. Special activities will be in place while the exhibit is here.Council member Haverstock --none.Council member Lydecker-- reminded all of the 2/9/99 referendum. Maple Avenue needs to be fixed by the MDC and he asked the town manager to make sure they finish the job when the weather gets better.Capen Street needs repair.He wished all a happy groundhogs day.Council member Pacino-- none.Council member Ploszaj -- none.Council member Ristas-- Noted that the finance director can supply copies of figures regarding the WHS project. The finance committee met recently and the minutes in draft form should be available.Council member Trinks-- thanked town staff for their immediate response to his concern over the Griffin Line. He asked Chief Searles to take thanks to his staff for their work following the tragedy in East Hartford. The Jaycees will be hosting the Annual Senior Brunch on 2/7/99 at the LP Wilson Center from 10:30 AM to 12 Noon. After the breakfast will be Tap for Sap at Northwest Park.Deputy Mayor Curtis -- none.Mayor Hogan -- thanked Steve in the Assessor’s Office. MDC met trying to decide on a system for charging towns, she discussed the program which began on January 1st. 9. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEESHealth and Safety Committee -- Council member Trinks -- have not met.Town Improvements - Council member Lydecker -- met last week regarding whether or not sidewalks should be included on the north side of Mack Street and they arrived at the conclusion that they would instruct staff to go forward with the design process but leave sidewalks out of the plan.

Special Projects -- Deputy Mayor Curtis -- In response to Mrs. Gilman regarding the flags, several months ago this item was discussed at a Special Projects meeting. Also, the issue regarding the flag pole was discussed as a budgetary item and is still under discussion.They met on 1/25/99 to discuss the leasing of town properties and they heard two proposals - from the Windsor Arts Council and the Recovery Club. Staff is working on a lease for the Sill House. Other available space is being sought for the Windsor Arts Council. Hopefully by March a proposal will be presented as to general guidelines regarding the leasing of properties. Donald Cunningham at the meeting asked about the length of leases which will be utilized.Council member Trinks said he is in favor of long term leases. Finance Committee-- Council member Graff-- met Thursday. The main item was a joint meeting with the BOE Finance Committee to discuss and begin dialogue as to future planning in terms of capital improvement and budgetary on an ongoing basis. At that meeting, Council member Ristas reviewed various scenarios which town staff prepared. Nothing concrete came out of the meeting, no motion was made as to adopt any scenario. 10. ORDINANCESa. An ordinance amending the Town of Windsor Code - Chapter 14 by adding Article XDeputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, that the town Council amend the Town of Windsor Code Chapter 14 by adding Article X as required by the Windsor Town Charter 8-2(c).

Council members Graff and Ristas indicated the packet information was not what they recalled was going to be done.

Council member Graff made a motion, seconded by Council member Ristas,to table this item. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESSa. Acquisition and Lease of 184 Deerfield RoadCouncil member Graff made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj,to table Acquisition and Lease of 184 Deerfield Road until after executive session.

The Motion Passed 9-0-0. 12. NEW BUSINESS b. Consideration of Approval of Mack Street SidewalkCouncil member Lydecker said the TIC voted to recommend disapproval of the construction of sidewalks on the north side of Mack Street.Council member Lydecker made a motion, seconded by Council member Graff, that the Council recommend the design work on Mack Street be started but is not to include in the designs the sidewalk on the north side of Mack Street. He noted that the 5 families on the street do not want the sidewalks.The Motion Passed 9-0-0. c. Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System (CAD/RMS)Town Manager Churchill gave an overview. The Town’s VAX computer is the police departments primary data base and is 20 years old. The fiscal impact is $449,000. He recommended this go to committee. Mayor Hogan indicated it would go to Health and Safety and then on to the Finance Committee.Deputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj,that the Council refer the item regarding the Public Safety Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System to the Health and Safety Committee for further review.Council member Pacino asked if it could be referred to both committees at once.Council member Pacino made a friendly amendment that it also be referred to the Finance Committee. Council member Ploszaj seconded. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. 13. RESIGNATIONS AND APPOINTMENTSCouncil member Pacino made a motion, seconded by Council member Ristas,item s - one republic alternate member, Jim Parker, to the Public Building Commission for a 3 year term to expire 2/1/2002 or until a successor is appointed.The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Council member Ploszaj made a motion, seconded by Council member Pacino,to table items a-r and t-z. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. 14. MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETINGMinutes of the January 9, 1999 Special MeetingCouncil member Ploszaj made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks, to accept the minutes of the January 9, 1999 meeting.Council member Ristas said he had raised a question about the wording and the town manager reviewed the proceedings and amended the proposed minutes and the ones in the packet are accurate and consistent.The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Minutes of the January 11, 1999 Special MeetingCouncil member Ploszaj made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis,to accept the minutes of the January 11, 1999 special meeting.The Motion Passed 8-0-1 with Council member Pacino abstaining.15. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONSNone.16. EXECUTIVE SESSIONSCouncil member Ploszaj made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis,to go into executive session to discuss a. Discussion of the Sale and Purchase of Real Estate and b. Strategy and Negotiations with Respect to Pending Claims or Pending Litigation - Michael Boutin v. Denise Farrelly. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.

At 9:25 p.m. Mayor Hogan called the executive session to order. Present were Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Councilmembers Graff, Haverstock, Lydecker, Pacino, Ristas, Ploszaj, and Trinks. Also present were Town Manager Churchill, Finance Director Cunningham, Town Attorney Oswecki, and Community Development Coordinator McMahon to discuss Discussion of the Sale and Purchase of Real Estate.

At 9:45 p.m. McMahon exited the executive session to discuss Strategy and Negotiations with Respect to Pending Claims or Pending Litigation - Michael Boutin v. Denise Farrelly.

At 9:56 p.m. Councilmember Graff made a motion seconded by Councilmember Ploszaj to move out of executive session. The motion passed 9-0-0.

17. ADJOURNMENTAt 9:59 p.m. Councilmember Haverstock made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Ploszaj to adjourn the meeting. Motion 9-0-0.Respectfully submitted,Abigale LaViolettecc: Town Clerk, Main Library, Wilson Branch