Approved Minutes

Mayor Hogan called the regular meeting to order at 7:32 PM.

1. ROLL CALL - PRESENT- Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff (arrived at 7:33 PM) Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks

2. PRAYER - Council member Trinks

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council member Trinks

4. RESOLUTIONS AND AWARDS

None.

5. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

Mark O’Donnell, 8 Randall Circle, artistic director of the summer theater group, discussed their upcoming performances at LP Wilson and invited everyone to attend the plays.

Mrs. Jacqueline Gilman, Capen Street, said she was at a gathering over the weekend and was asked by a woman, who is looking for a house in Windsor, when the Town will do something about the property located at 84 Capen Street which is in a state of disrepair. She asked the Council to bring the problem to a conclusion, noting health and safety issues.

6. BOARD OF EDUCATION REPORT

None.

7. TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT

It’s Curtain Time…

…for the junior division of Cirillo Youth Summer Theatre. Tomorrow evening is opening night for their performance of "King Midas and the Golden Palace". Additional performances will be held August 4th, and 5th in the air-conditioned L.P. Wilson Community Center Auditorium at 8pm. Tickets are $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for children and seniors.

The Senior Division of Cirillo Youth Summer Theatre will be performing "The Pajama Game" Friday August 6th and Saturday August 7th at 8pm in the L.P. Wilson Community Center Auditorium. Tickets for this performance are $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for children and seniors. Tickets for both shows are available at the door. Call 285-1990 for more information.

Free Skin Cancer Screenings

Free skin cancer screenings will be offered at the Veteran’s Pool (located at Windsor High School) on Friday, August 13th from 11:00am – 2:00pm. These screenings will be provided as part of the SunCheck 3 skin cancer awareness program conducted by Saint Francis Care and WFSB-TV. The screenings will be performed by medical personnel aboard the Healthcheck Mobile Wellness Center. Educational materials will be available and WFSB-TV will be broadcasting live during the noon news. For more information call 285-1990.

Washington Park Pond Update

We have received correspondence from the Corps of Engineers and the Department of Environmental Protection that suggested changes to the design in order for the Town to receive timely permits. We do not agree with all these changes and will be meeting with DEP and/or the COE to clarify their intent and to see how we can proceed to be able to dredge the pond this fall.

Prospect Hill Road Update

The DOT and it’s contractor, JDC Enterprises, has completed the paving and striping for the reconstruction of Prospect Hill Road. Only minor items remain to be completed.

Hayden Station Road Update

We will be sending a letter to the property owners along Hayden Station Road providing them information regarding the revised schedule for the reconstruction. Based on reduced levels of federal funding under the Surface Transportation Program, this reconstruction is now planned for late summer, 2001.

Capen Street Update

Mr. Jameson, the owner of 84 Capen Street, has accepted the settlement issued by his insurance company. However, the check is made out to three different entities: the Jamesons, the Town of Windsor and the mortgage company in Florida. The check has to be sent to Florida for the mortgage company’s signature before anything can be done. Once the check has been signed by the three parties, the Jameson’s must use the money to knock down the building. The Town has given the Jamesons until Wednesday to begin demolition of the building. If there is no action taken by Wednesday, the Town will take it down.

8. COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS

Council member Graff-- wished Council member Lydecker and his wife a happy 30th anniversary. Welcomed the exchange students visiting Windsor from Spain..

Council member Haverstock -- none.

Council member Ploszaj -- none.

Council member Ristas-- none.

Council member Trinks-- none.

Deputy Mayor Curtis -- said another group of exchange students will be arriving from Spain on Wednesday and noted that a number of students are still looking for families to stay with. The students will be in Windsor until September 1st.

Mayor Hogan -- attended a recent town concert and was asked to compliment town staff on the median strip in the center. She discussed the program in which free air conditioners / assistance with electric bills was announced today.

9. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES

Health and Safety Committee -- Council member Trinks -- none.

Town Improvements - none.

Special Projects -- Deputy Mayor Curtis -- none

Finance Committee-- Council member Graff-- none.

Council member Ristas said he asked two months ago for a report from the finance director regarding the expected shift of the tax burden for the upcoming revaluation and he still has not received it. He would like that information as soon as possible.

10. ORDINANCES

a. An Ordinance amending the Town of Windsor Code - Chapter 14 by Adding Article X (Capital Improvement Committee)

Town Manager Churchill reviewed the recent presentation made recently for the Council.

Council member Graff made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, that the Town Council adopt an ordinance amending the Town of Windsor Code of Ordinances Chapter 14 to establish a Capital Improvement Committee as required by the Windsor Town Charter - Windsor Town Charter Section 8-2(c).

Council member Ristas made a motion, seconded by Council member Haverstock,

to amend the motion by deleting in Section 2 starting with line 5 - delete "and one (1) member on the recommendation of the Windsor Board of Education" .

The Amendment Passed 5-3-0 and was opposed by Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Trinks and Council member Graff.

The Main Motion Passed 8-0-0.

11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

None.

12. NEW BUSINESS

a. Inland, Wetlands and Watercourses Commission Annual Report to the Town Council

Jerry Golden, Chairman of the Inland, Wetlands and Watercourses Commission, gave the annual report and recognized the members of his Commission. He has been a member of the Commission since it was formed. They meet monthly and have generally two to six applications per month.

b. Amendment to Town of Windsor Personnel Rules

Dede Moore gave a brief overview pertaining to Section 7 of the current personnel rules regarding recruitment of new employees. They recognize the job market is very competitive and the $1,000 cap for moving expenses is unrealistic. She proposed to have the town manager in his discretion authorize payment of relocation costs. Three bids price quotations from moving companies would be required. This status particularly applies to Grade Three positions, of which there are eight, as they are recruited nationwide, however, it is not limited those positions.

There are no changes under sections A and B.

Council member Pacino made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, to accept the recommendations of the town manager and personnel director contained in Dede Moore’s memo dated August 2, 1999, regarding Recruitment of Employees - relocation costs to include - under item 7-1 C.2. to re-insert the prior verbiage of 7-1 C.2.-Recruitment of Employees - that if the employee leaves employment with the Town of Windsor prior to a full year’s service then the Town would be reimbursed for expenses and to insert "reasonable and customary" after the word "all" under C.2.

Council member Graff suggested adding to the motion that the Town make the payment directly to the moving company. Town Manager Churchill said specific language stating that in the motion is not necessary.

The Motion Passed 8-0-0.

c. Amendment to Town of Windsor Administrative Pay Plan

Dede Moore gave a brief overview of the proposed amendment to the administrative pay plan. Since the Town places such a high value on economic development and its contributions to the Town, the Town Manager has requested that the Council move the position of Economic Development Coordination from a Grade 2 to Grade 3 in the Administrative Pay Plan.

Council member Graff suggested that in the future when this type of action is requested comparative regional information be included. Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, that the position of Economic Development Coordinator be moved from Grade 2 to Grade 3 in the Administrative Pay Plan effective August 2, 1999.

The Motion Passed 8-0-0.

d. To Introduce an Ordinance Entitled "An Ordinance Appropriating $742,000 for Reconstruction of and improvements to a Portion of Kennedy Road, and Authorizing the Issue of $742,000 Bonds and Notes to Finance the Appropriation"

The Mayor called the introduction of the ordinance to be presented under item d of the agenda. Council member Graff made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj , Introduced and read the following resolution: "RESOLVED, that the reading into the minutes of the text of the ordinance entitled "An Ordinance appropriating $742,000 for reconstruction of and improvements to a portion of Kennedy Road, and authorizing the issue of $742,000 bonds and notes to finance the appropriation" is hereby waived, the full text of the ordinance having been distributed to each member of the Council and copies being made available to those persons attending this meeting; and that the full text of the ordinance be recorded with the minutes of this meeting.

Upon motion duly made by Council member Graff and seconded by Council member Ploszaj the aforesaid resolution was adopted by the Town Council as introduced, upon the following roll call vote: Voting Yes: Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks

Voting No: None.

Council member Trinks then presented the following ordinance, the complete text of which is recorded as an attachment to these minutes:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $742,000 FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF AND IMPROVEMENTS TO A PORTION OF KENNEDY ROAD, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF $742,000 BONDS AND NOTES TO FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION

Upon motion duly made by Council member Trinks and seconded by Council member Ploszaj, the aforesaid ordinance was introduced, upon the following roll call vote:

Council members voting Yes: Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff Council member Haverstock, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks. Council members voting No: Council member Pacino

e. To Set a Date for a Public Hearing on the Aforesaid Ordinance

Council member Trinks introduced and read the following resolution:

RESOLVED, that a public hearing be held at the Windsor Town Hall on Tuesday, September 7, 1999 at 7:15 PM on the foregoing ordinance.

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk is authorized and directed to post and publish notice of said Public Hearing. Upon motion duly made by Council member Trinks and seconded by Council member Ploszaj, the aforesaid resolution was adopted by the Town Council as introduced, upon the following roll call vote:

Council members voting Yes: Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Graff Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council member Ploszaj, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks

Council members voting No: None.

13. RESIGNATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS

Council member Pacino did not have a list with him.

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

to table items A - Q.

The Motion Passed 8-0-0.

14. MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING

a. Minutes of July 6, 1999 Regular Meeting

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

to accept the minutes of July 6, 1999 Regular Meeting. The Motion Passed 8-0-0.

b. Minutes of the July 7, 1999 Special Meting

Council member Ploszaj made a motion, seconded by Council member Graff,

to accept the minutes of July 7, 1999 Regular Meeting. The Motion Passed 7-0-1 with Council member Pacino abstaining.

15. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

Mrs. Jacqueline Gilman, Capen Street, said on her approach to the building inspector last week she was told that a request was made to the town manager to tear down the building and she wanted to know if it was received. She also questioned an insurance company’s authority regarding a health and safety issue such as this, which was discussed in Town Manager Churchill’s report.

16. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS

At 8:00 P.M. Council member Graff made a motion, seconded by Council member Ploszaj, to go into executive session regarding a. Consideration of Alternative Actions to Enforce or Implement Legal Relief or Legal Rights with Respect to the Landfill.

b. Discussion concerning the Appointment, Employment, Performance, Evaluation, Health or Dismissal of a Public Officer or Employee. The Motion passed 8-0-0.

Also in attendance were Town Engineer Lenehan, Health Director Petrillo, and Town Manager Churchill.

At 8:40 P.M. Town Engineer Lenehan, and Health Director Petrillo left Executive Session.

17. ADJOURNMENT

Council member Ploszaj made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 PM. The Motion passed 8-0-0.

Respectfully submitted,

Abigale LaViolette

cc: Town Clerk

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