EAST HARTFORD TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
JANUARY 2, 2013
PRESENT Chair Richard F. Kehoe, Vice Chair William P. Horan, Jr., Minority Leader Eric A. Thompson, Councillors Marc I. Weinberg, Linda A. Russo, Ram Aberasturia, Patricia Harmon and Esther B. Clarke
ABSENT Majority Leader Barbara-Ann Rossi
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Kehoe called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m. The Chair announced the exit locations in accordance with Connecticut General
Statutes §29-381, after which the Council joined him in the pledge of allegiance.
The Chair called for a moment of silence to honor the lives of John Grottole, Frank Barone and John “Jack” Ghagan. Mr. Grottole, 92, was a longtime member of the Planning and Zoning Commission, an MDC Commissioner, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Barone, 83, served as the Director of Inspections and Permits Department, was active in St. Mary’s church, a member of the Elks Club and past president of the Italian American Club. Mr. Ghagan, 85, electrical inspector for the Inspections and Permits Department, was an active member of the Rotary Club and Elks Club. His daughter, Stacy Krechko, works in the Youth Services Department.
All will be missed.
OPPORTUNITY FOR RESIDENTS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Leclerc (1) wished all a Happy New Year; (2) recognized the lives of the three individuals for whom the Council offered a moment of silence and the void they leave as contributing members of the community; and (3) supports the reappointment of Raymond Johnson as Municipal Historian and the Brian Aselton Memorial Snow Dash.
Prior to the following agenda item, the Chair wished a speedy recovery to Majority Leader Barbara Rossi. Vice Chair Horan joined in that sentiment.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
December 11, 2012 Executive Session/Kendall
MOTION By Bill Horan
seconded by Eric Thompson
to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2012 Executive
Session/Kendall.
Motion carried 8/0.
December 11, 2012 Regular Meeting
MOTION By Bill Horan
seconded by Pat Harmon
to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2012 Regular Meeting.
Motion carried 8/0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
Responses to Questions Asked of Administration – Refurbished Christmas Lights
Chair Kehoe reported the Mayor’s response to Councillor Thompson’s question on the cost of the lights. Pratt & Whitney donated $7,000 toward the purchase of 16 new Snowflakes and replacement LED bulbs for holiday ornaments on Main Street, which cost $6,869.19. The result was no financial impact to the town.
Letter of Gratitude from the Town of East Lyme re: Hurricane Sandy
Chair Kehoe announced that the Mayor and the Town Council received a thank you letter from Paul Formica, First Selectman for the town of East Lyme. The letter states East Lyme’s gratitude for East Hartford’s contribution in the recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Sandy by sending a Public Works truck and two employees to East Lyme.
Town of East Hartford Code of Ordinances §10-52, Retiree Benefit Trust Fund
Chair Kehoe reported that, per the requirement of Section 10-52 of the Town of East Hartford Code of Ordinances, $1,143,680 will be transferred from Fund Balance and deposited into the OPEB Trust fund.
NEW BUSINESS
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation re: Design Improvements for the Reconstruction of Riverside Drive
MOTION By Linda Russo
seconded by Marc Weinberg
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor, is hereby authorized to sign the Agreement entitled “First Supplemental Agreement to the Original Agreement dated January 13, 2012 between the State of Connecticut and the Town of East Hartford for the Development of Contract Plans, Specifications and Estimates for Reconstruction of Riverside Drive utilizing Federal Funds under the Surface Transportation Program”.
On call of the vote, motion carried 8/0.
Appointment of Municipal Historian: Raymond Johnson
MOTION By Ram Aberasturia
seconded by Linda Russo
to approve the reappointment of Raymond Johnson, 43 Farnham Drive,
as Municipal Historian; term to expire December 2016.
Motion carried 8/0.
Refund of Taxes
MOTION By Marc Weinberg
seconded by Eric Thompson
to refund taxes in the amount of $ 6,563.47
pursuant to Section 12-129 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Motion carried 8/0.
Bill |
Name |
Prop Loc/Vehicle Info. |
Over Paid |
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2010-03-0064169 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//2G4WD582481234476 |
$ (99.83) |
2010-03-0064180 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1GKFK13088J230191 |
$ (69.60) |
2010-03-0064181 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//YS3ED49GX83505399 |
$ (122.02) |
2010-03-0064182 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//YS3ED49G883506714 |
$ (162.54) |
2010-03-0064183 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//YS3ED49G583504323 |
$ (40.52) |
2010-03-0064184 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1G8ZS57NX8F114784 |
$ (26.34) |
2010-03-0064188 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1GCHK24K08E120092 |
$ (324.49) |
2010-03-0064191 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1G6DG577780162350 |
$ (55.46) |
2010-03-0090176 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1GNFK13078J135026 |
$ (459.74) |
2011-03-0064282 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1G2ZM577984142366 |
$ (304.84) |
2011-03-0064283 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2008//1G6DS57V080157519 |
$ (489.42) |
2011-03-0087298 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2010//2D4RN3D15AR343006 |
$ (543.87) |
2011-03-0087312 |
ALLY FINANCIAL (FKA GMAC) |
2011//1J4AA2D11BL524740 |
$ (305.46) |
|
|
|
|
2010-03-0055097 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//YV1MK672782047798 |
$ (408.89) |
2010-03-0055099 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2007//5LMFU28587LJ04599 |
$ (652.30) |
2010-03-0055103 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FMEU73878UA45876 |
$ (44.20) |
2010-03-0055104 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//3LNHM26T08R632461 |
$ (129.82) |
2010-03-0055105 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//3MEHM02108R613114 |
$ (181.15) |
2010-03-0055113 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FMEU74888UA18880 |
$ (447.63) |
2010-03-0055114 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FMCU94138KD21938 |
$ (215.30) |
2010-03-0055116 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FMCU93138KA46346 |
$ (350.06) |
2010-03-0055117 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FTNS24W78DA62770 |
$ (248.24) |
2010-03-0055118 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FTNS24W38DA72633 |
$ (212.89) |
2011-03-0055012 |
CAB EAST LLC (FORD CREDIT TAX) |
2008//1FMEU73878UA45876 |
$ (603.78) |
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2011-03-0062525 |
FIUME JANE E |
2009//JN8AS58V29W191348 |
$ (5.00) |
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|
|
2011-03-0082679 |
SARPONG-SAKYI MAVIS A |
1997//1FALP58S1VA222615 |
$ (60.08) |
|
|
|
|
|
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TOTAL |
$(6,563.47) |
Outdoor Amusement Permit Application: Brian Aselton Memorial 5K Snow Dash
MOTION By Bill Horan
seconded by Pat Harmon
to approve the outdoor amusement permit application entitled
“Brian Aselton Memorial 5K Snow Dash”, filed jointly by the East
Hartford Parks and Recreation Department and the East Hartford
Police Department to conduct the town’s annual 5K road race
(Snow Dash), to be held in the vicinity of the Langford School area
– 61 Alps Drive – and surrounding streets on Sunday, January 6,
2013 between the hours of 11:00AM and 4:00PM, with the use of
public streets occurring between the hours of 1:30PM and
approximately 2:15PM, subject to compliance with adopted codes
and regulations of the State of Connecticut, the Town of East
Hartford, and any other stipulations required by the Town of East
Hartford or its agencies.
Motion carried 8/0.
OPPORTUNITY FOR COUNCILLORS TO DIRECT QUESTIONS TO THE ADMINISTRATION
Eric Thompson asked the Mayor what account, if any, was used to pay for the initial cost of the Christmas lights prior to the receipt of the Pratt & Whitney donation.
Pat Harmon asked for a progress report on the Maple Street project, and what, if any, financial impact this delay is having on the town. Tim Bockus answered that there was a redesign of a concrete wall due to a soil problem which delayed the completion of the project. It is anticipated that the project should be completed early Spring and that there is very little financial impact to the town because of the delay and that the project is on budget.
Councillor Harmon commended the town’s Public Works Department for a job well done plowing snow this last storm.
COUNCIL ACTION ON EXECUTIVE SESSION MATTERS
None
OPPORTUNITY FOR RESIDENTS TO SPEAK
Mayor Leclerc stated that the new regional animal shelter will be opened late January or early February and invited the Council to tour it.
Ram Aberasturia announced the arrival of his new nephew, Roman, born to his brother Roberto and his sister-in-law Marzia, on December 31st, 6 lbs. 11 ozs.
Marc Weinberg wished Majority Leader Barbara Rossi a Happy Birthday on January 10th.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION By Eric Thompson
seconded by Bill Horan
to adjourn (8:03 p.m.).
Motion carried 8/0.
The Chair announced that the next meeting of the Town Council would be on January 15, 2013.
Attest________________________________
Angela M. Attenello
TOWN COUNCIL CLERK
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