EAST HARTFORD TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAY 7, 2013
PRESENT Chair Richard F. Kehoe, Vice Chair William P. Horan, Jr., Majority Leader Barbara-Ann Rossi, Minority Leader Eric A. Thompson, Councillors Marc I. Weinberg, Linda A. Russo, Ram Aberasturia, Patricia Harmon and Esther B. Clarke
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Kehoe called the meeting to order at 7:53 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.
OPPORTUNITY FOR RESIDENTS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON AGENDA ITEMS
Susan Kniep, 50 Olde Roberts Street, (1) spoke on the issue of the contract for the East Hartford Golf Course; (2) indicated that her remarks on the recent Zoning Board of Appeals appointee as stated in the April 16, 2013 minutes were not entirely accurate; and (3) spoke to parking problems on her street.
RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
Building Safety Month
Mayor Leclerc read the following proclamation:
Building Safety Month — May, 2013
Whereas, our Town’s continuing efforts to address the critical issues of safety, energy efficiency, and resilience in the built environment that affect our citizens, both in everyday life and in times of natural disaster, give us confidence that our structures are safe and sound, and;
Whereas, our confidence is achieved through the devotion of vigilant guardians––building safety and fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, builders, trades people, laborers and others in the construction industry––who work year-round to ensure the safe construction of buildings, and;
Whereas, these guardians—dedicated members of the International Code Council—use a governmental consensus process that brings together local, state and federal officials with expertise in the built environment to create and implement the highest-quality codes to protect Americans in the buildings where we live, learn, work, worship, play, and;
Whereas, the International Codes, the most widely adopted building safety, energy and fire prevention codes in the nation, are used by most U.S. cities, counties and states; these modern building codes also include safeguards to protect the public from natural disasters such as hurricanes, snowstorms, tornadoes, flooding and earthquakes, and;
Whereas, Building Safety Month is sponsored by the International Code Council, to remind the public about the critical role of our communities’ largely unknown guardians of public safety––our local code officials––who assure us of safe, efficient and livable buildings, and;
Whereas, “Building Safety Month: Code Officials Keep You Safe” the theme for Building Safety Month 2013, encourages all Americans to raise awareness of the importance of building safety; green and resilient building; pool, spa and hot tub safety; backyard safety; and new technologies in the construction industry. Building Safety Month 2013 encourages appropriate steps everyone can take to ensure that the places where we live, learn, work, worship and play are safe and sustainable, and recognizes that countless lives have been saved due to the implementation of safety codes by local and state agencies, and;
Whereas, each year, in observance of Building Safety Month, Americans are asked to consider projects to improve building safety and sustainability at home and in the community, and to acknowledge the essential service provided to all of us by local and state building departments and federal agencies in protecting lives and property.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor of the Town of East Hartford, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2013 as Building Safety Month.
Mayor Leclerc credited Greg Grew, Inspections and Permits Director, with spearheading a program on May 29th which will be held at the East Hartford Community Cultural Center that will showcase the role the town’s building officials – including the Fire Marshal – play in creating a safe environment for all its residents.
Mayor Leclerc (1) indicated that 48 Branch Drive will be donated to Habitat for Humanity; (2) announced that the recent St. Francis Care brochure applauded the town’s EMS service; (3) stated that as part of being a Heart Safe Community, all of the town’s directors and approximately 40 employees have attended CPR training classes; and (4) the new Firehouse on Brewer Street has been awarded the Gold LEED certification – the first firehouse in the state of Connecticut to obtain this status.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
April 16, 2013 Executive Session – as corrected
MOTION By Barbara Rossi
seconded by Eric Thompson
to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2013 Executive Session as
corrected on April 23, 2013.
Motion carried 9/0.
April 16, 2013 Regular Meeting
MOTION By Barbara Rossi
seconded by Pat Harmon
to approve the minutes of the April 16, 2013 Regular Meeting.
Motion carried 9/0.
April 19, 2013 Special Meeting/EHPOA Pension Agreement
MOTION By Barbara Rossi
seconded by Eric Thompson
to approve the minutes of the April 19, 2013 Special Meeting/EHPOA
Pension Agreement.
Motion carried 9/0.
May 2, 2013 Special Meeting/East Hartford Housing Authority
MOTION By Barbara Rossi
seconded by Esther Clarke
to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2013 Special Meeting/East Hartford
Housing Authority.
Motion carried 9/0.
COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS
Responses to Questions Asked of Administration re: Dainty Rubbish
Chair Kehoe indicated that the Public Works department had leased a Dainty Rubbish truck to use while a town truck was being repaired.
Resignation of Eileen Driscoll from the Historic District Commission
Chair Kehoe stated that Eileen Driscoll has resigned from the Historic District Commission and thanked her for her service to the town.
Town of East Hartford: Tree City USA
Chair Kehoe noted that East Hartford has been designated a “Tree City” by the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. The town has been awarded this title due to its extensive urban forestry efforts during 2012. This is the 17th year that East Hartford has been the recipient of this title.
NEW BUSINESS
State Department of Education Youth Services bureau Grant
MOTION By Ram Aberasturia
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor of the Town of East Hartford, is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of this municipality a grant application in an amount not to exceed $50,000 with the State of Connecticut Department of Education for a “Youth Service Bureau Grant” and to file any amendments or reports as may be required to successfully complete the terms of the grant contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Marcia A. Leclerc is currently serving as Mayor of the Town of East Hartford. Her term of office began on January 10, 2011 and will continue until November 12, 2013. As the Mayor, Marcia A. Leclerc serves as the Chief Executive Officer for the Town of East Hartford, and is duly authorized to enter into agreements and contracts on behalf of the Town of East Hartford.
On call of the vote, motion carried 9/0.
Capital Area Substance Abuse Council: Suicide Prevention Grant
MOTION By Marc Weinberg
seconded by Linda Russo
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLVED, that Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor of the Town of East Hartford, is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of this municipality a grant application in an amount not to exceed $2,500 with the Capital Area Substance Abuse Council for a Suicide Prevention Mini Grant for Towns and Institutions of Higher Education and to file any amendments or reports as may be required to successfully complete the terms of the grant contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Marcia A. Leclerc is currently serving as Mayor of the Town of East Hartford. Her term of office began on January 10, 2011 and will continue until November 12, 2013. As the Mayor, Marcia A. Leclerc serves as the Chief Executive Officer for the Town of East Hartford, and is duly authorized to enter into agreements and contracts on behalf of the Town of East Hartford.
On call of the vote, motion carried 9/0.
East Hartford ChildPlan, Inc. re: William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund Grant
MOTION By Linda Russo
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Connecticut State Department of Education, and the Children’s Fund of Connecticut and the Annie E. Casey Foundation are partnering with the William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund to advance the Discovery Birth-to-Eight Initiative by aligning their funding for community grants; and
WHEREAS, East Hartford ChildPlan, Inc., in collaboration with its members including the Town of East Hartford, desires to make and execute an application for funding in the amount of $30,000.00 with the William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund to support the continued implementation and refinement of the community plan known as “East Hartford’s Plan for Healthy and Successful Young Children Age Birth to 8”.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council that Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor of the Town of East Hartford is hereby authorized to execute such application and other documents as may be required by the grant.
On call of the vote, motion carried 8/0. Abstain: Kehoe
School Readiness Grant Program
MOTION By Ram Aberasturia
seconded by Linda Russo
to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Connecticut State Department of Education is authorized to extend financial assistance, through the School Readiness Grant Program, to Priority Communities for the development of a network of school readiness programs that provide open access for children to quality programs that promote the health and safety of children and prepare them for formal schooling; and
WHEREAS, the Town of East Hartford and East Hartford Public Schools desire to make and execute an application for funding in the amount of $2,520,424.00 with the State of Connecticut to support programs for East Hartford children.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council that Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor of the Town of East Hartford is hereby authorized to execute such application and other documents as may be required by the State of Connecticut for the School Readiness Program.
On call of the vote, motion carried 8/0. Abstain: Kehoe
JAG Grant: Police Video Equipment Technology
MOTION By Bill Horan
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the primary purpose of this grant is to assist local governments with addressing Public Act 11-174 An Act Concerning the Electronic Recording of Interrogations which requires electronic recording of custodial interrogations in certain situations beginning on January 1, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the East Hartford Police Department desires to use $33,324.05 in available funds to purchase:
- Electronic Equipment for Recording of Interrogations
- LTI Lidar Unit
- PSDN Switch for CJIS Network
- Tactical Response Team Equipment
NOW THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED; That Marcia A. Leclerc, Mayor of the Town of East Hartford, is authorized to make application to, and execute and approve on behalf of this corporation, any and all documents, contracts, and amendments as may be required by OPM and the U.S. Department of Justice as they pertain to this Justice Assistance Formula Grant.
On call of the vote, motion carried 9/0.
CRCOG Funding Application re: Hillside Street Pavement Rehabilitation Phase I
MOTION By Ram Aberasturia
seconded by Marc Weinberg
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLVED: That the East Hartford Town Council strongly supports the pavement rehabilitation of Hillside Street and the submittal of an application to the Capital Region Council of Government's Transportation Committee for possible funding.
On call of the vote, motion carried 9/0.
Flood Protection System Rehabilitation Contract: Piezometer & Floodwall Monitoring
MOTION By Barbara Rossi
seconded by Linda Russo
to authorize the Town of East Hartford to enter into a professional
services contract with GEI Consultants, Inc. for the 2013 monitoring
program of the piezometers and concrete floodwalls associated with the
town’s flood protection system totaling $54,917.
Motion carried 9/0.
Town Council Acting as a Committee of the Whole for the real Estate Acquisition & Disposition Committee re: 800 Connecticut Boulevard
MOTION By Linda Russo
seconded by Marc Weinberg
that the Town Council, acting as a Committee of the Whole for the Real
Estate Acquisition and Disposition Committee, authorizes the Mayor to
sign a release concerning the restrictive covenant running in the Town’s
favor on the property known as 800 Connecticut Boulevard, East Hartford.
Motion carried 9/0.
East Hartford Golf Course: Amend Existing Lease, Issue RFP for Management Company and Select a Successor
MOTION By Bill Horan
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO AMEND THE EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT RELATED TO THE EAST HARTFORD GOLF COURSE AND TO ISSUE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR A SUCCESSOR AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the Town of East Hartford and MDM Golf LLC (“MDM”) are parties to a lease made as of the 27th day of September, 2007, and
WHEREAS, by letter dated April 4, 2013, MDM presented the Town with a series of proposals as to MDM’s future role in operating the golf course, and
WHEREAS, the proposal known as “Option 2” sets out MDM’s willingness to continue to pay the Town $5,000 per month rent, while supplying all staffing and equipment necessary to operate the entire golf course (including the restaurant), until such time as the Town is able to find a successor entity to manage and operate the facility, and
WHEREAS, based on the current economic climate and the recent challenges that MDM has met in operating the golf course, the Town desires to explore the competitive marketplace via a request for proposals with respect to golf course management companies in order to identify a successor organization, and
WHEREAS, MDM has agreed to assist the Town by creating a smooth transition with the successor organization, such transition to include removal of its equipment and staff from the golf course as directed by the Town and the successor organization, and
WHEREAS, once a new organization is selected by the Town, and the transition complete, mutual releases will be exchanged between MDM Golf and the Town.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the Town of East Hartford is authorized to amend the existing lease with MDM to evidence the above described tenancy and to issue a request for proposal seeking a golf course management company for the purpose of operating the East Hartford golf course. The details of the amended agreement shall be consistent with Option 2 as presented to the Town while the terms and conditions of a successor agreement shall be mutually determined between the Mayor and the acceptable golf course management company whose signatures will indicate approval of specific terms and conditions on a contract, and such contract shall be subject to Town Council approval.
On call of the vote, motion carried 9/0.
20-Year Power Purchase Agreement: True Green
MOTION By Linda Russo
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENT TO FACILITATE THE CONSTRUCTION OF SOLAR CANOPY ARRAYS
WHEREAS, the Town of East Hartford worked closely with the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities and Bay State Consultants to explore the competitive market for financially and environmentally appropriate solar opportunities, and
WHEREAS, the Town engaged CCM and Bay State to continuously monitor regulatory decisions issued by PURA (Public Utilities Regulatory Authority) with respect to Zero Emission Renewable Energy Credits (ZRECs) to be made available to town, and
WHEREAS, the Town was willing to explore coupling the ZREC credits with a power purchase agreement in order to facilitate the design, construction, and maintenance of four solar canopy arrays to work seamlessly with the Town’s existing TransCanada electricity power purchase agreement, and
WHEREAS, while the Town initially selected Sun Edison to complete the work on the four solar canopy arrays, Sun Edison is unable to complete the project during 2013 and is willing to assign its ZRECs to another contractor, and
WHEREAS, True Green, the Town’s winning bidder for six roof top solar arrays wishes to enter into a new contract in order to complete the four solar canopy arrays at equal or lower cost than the Sun Edison proposal, and
WHEREAS, the Town wishes to enter into an additional contract with True Green so that True Green can complete the work initially awarded to Sun Edison.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the East Hartford Town Council hereby authorizes the Mayor to enter into a contract with True Green; the details of the agreement shall be mutually determined between the Mayor and the True Green whose signatures will indicate approval of specific terms and conditions, provided such contract shall provide the town with no less savings than the current Sun Edison contract for the same facilities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the East Hartford Town Council does hereby approve a bid waiver of the Town’s bidding process, specifically Town Ordinance section 10-7, to allow the additional contract with True Green.
On call of the vote, motion carried 9/0.
Refund of Taxes
MOTION By Marc Weinberg
seconded by Eric Thompson
to refund taxes in the amount of $9,878.86
pursuant to Section 12-129 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Motion carried 9/0.
Bill |
Name |
Prop Loc/Vehicle Info. |
Int |
Fee |
Over Paid |
2011-03-0051974 |
AYERS CONSTANCE N |
2002//WAULT64BX2N039507 |
$ - |
|
$ (6.00) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-04-0080571 |
BARRETT MARYANNE M |
2012//53K852428CF006627 |
$ (2.00) |
$(5.00) |
$ (8.73) |
2011-01-0006303 |
BOGAN INC C/O LERETA LLC |
485 FORBES ST |
$ - |
|
$(2,271.51) |
2011-03-0053709 |
BONILLA MARIA S |
1995//1HGEJ1227SL055961 |
$ - |
|
$ (8.35) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0056810 |
CLEAR RIVER FUEL OIL |
1999//1HTSDAAN8XH686283 |
$ - |
|
$ (37.99) |
2011-03-0057928 |
COULOM GAIL |
2008//1HGCP26738A041299 |
$ - |
|
$ (283.49) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0060823 |
EAN HOLDINGS LLC |
2011//4T1BF3EK9BU639634 |
$ - |
|
$ (299.96) |
2011-03-0060925 |
EAN HOLDINGS LLC |
2011//1FTNE2EW2BDA08838 |
$ - |
|
$ (627.81) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-04-0084126 |
FERRERO MONICA |
2002//JNKDA31A32T029242 |
$ (8.61) |
$(5.00) |
$ (191.40) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0064572 |
GONZALEZ MIOSOTIS |
1998//1P3EJ46XXWN269634 |
$ - |
|
$ (68.80) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0065737 |
HARPER DANIAN |
2004//3N1AB51A64L742269 |
$ - |
|
$ (6.00) |
2011-02-0042065 |
HCL AMERICAN INC |
99 EAST RIVER DR |
$ - |
|
$ (5.02) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0067986 |
JERRICK VERNON S |
1995//1N4BU31D6SC248518 |
$ - |
|
$ (6.64) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-01-0008488 |
LEONE PAULINE |
108 GREENLAWN ST |
$ - |
|
$(1,329.65) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-04-0084736 |
MARCH GARY T |
1993//1B7GG23Y4PS146293 |
$ - |
|
$ (34.32) |
2011-01-0009139 |
MARQUES JOAQUIM C |
14 MORRIS CT |
$ - |
|
$(1,936.04) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-04-0085417 |
NEFF JAMES K OR SUSAN |
2003//5J6YH28253L005902 |
$ - |
|
$ (66.11) |
2011-03-0075385 |
NEFF JAMES K OR SUSAN |
2005//2C8GF684X5R282280 |
$ (7.73) |
|
$ (343.60) |
2011-03-0075761 |
NIRO BIAGINO |
2004//1HGCM56624A085838 |
$ - |
|
$ (160.18) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0082854 |
SCHILDER MAUREEN J |
2009//WMWMF33549TW70152 |
$(50.60) |
|
$ (562.26) |
2011-01-0013612 |
SLUBOSKI STEPHEN A |
78 WINDING LN |
$ - |
|
$ (950.00) |
2011-01-0002811 |
SYLVAIN COURTNEY |
30 PRATT ST |
$ - |
|
$ (19.75) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0053908 |
THE GREEN SCENE, INC |
1994//1ZFUF1010RB000735 |
$ - |
|
$ (2.00) |
2011-03-0053909 |
THE GREEN SCENE, INC |
1998//3B6MF3666WM281437 |
$ - |
|
$ (17.85) |
2011-03-0053912 |
THE GREEN SCENE, INC |
2005//1FDWF37P25ED00304 |
$ - |
|
$ (40.13) |
2011-03-0053913 |
THE GREEN SCENE, INC |
2003//3D7KU28C63G709092 |
$ - |
|
$ (36.05) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2011-03-0086199 |
TORRES CARLOS OR RUTH |
2009//5NPET46CX9H455850 |
$(39.24) |
$(5.00) |
$ (436.04) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
SUBTOTAL |
|
|
$(108.18) |
$(15.00) |
$(9,755.68) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
TOTAL |
|
|
|
|
$(9,878.86) |
Gengras Harley-Davidson Demo Days
MOTION By Bill Horan
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to approve the outdoor amusement permit application entitled “Gengras Harley-Davidson Demo Days” submitted by Hannah Gavin, Events Coordinator for Gengras Harley-Davidson, to conduct a 2-day demonstration of Harley-Davidson motorcycles for test rides to the public, with food and vendors at Gengras Motorcycle, Inc., 221 Governor Street, East Hartford on Saturday, May 11th from 9AM to 5PM, with music during those same hours and on Sunday, May 12th from 9AM to 4PM, 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 9/0.
Take Steps Connecticut 2013
MOTION By Linda Russo
seconded by Eric Thompson
to approve the outdoor amusement permit application submitted by
Kate McDonald, Community Development Manger, for the Crohn’s
and Colitis Foundation of America, to conduct a 2-mile walk in
Great River Park on Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 10AM to 7PM
with music from 3PM to approximately 7PM, 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, and to waive
the associated permit fee under the provisions of Section 5-6(c) in
the Town of East Hartford Code of Ordinances, as this is a non-
profit organization and this event is the primary fundraiser.
Motion carried 9/0.
Under the Big Top Gala
MOTION By Ram Aberasturia
seconded by Barbara Rossi
to approve the outdoor amusement permit application submitted by
Daniel Larson, Facilities Coordinator, for Goodwin College, Inc., to
conduct a gala consisting of dinner, dancing and presentations
under two tents and on two stages to benefit the Goodwin College
Foundation to be held on Friday, May 31, 2013 at Goodwin
College, One Riverside Drive from 4PM to 11PM with music from
5:30PM to 11PM; 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 9/0.
OPPORTUNITY FOR COUNCILLORS TO DIRECT QUESTIONS TO THE ADMINISTRATION
Barbara Rossi commented that several people have complained to her about the poor delivery of local newspapers – thrown on driveways, lawns, etc. Mayor Leclerc stated that this is an ongoing problem and that her office is in contact with the local papers regarding this issue. The Mayor stated that she will keep the Council informed on the results of her discussions with the papers.
Pat Harmon stated that previously she had brought to the Mayor’s attention the sunken manhole covers on Oak and Brewer Streets and asked if anything had been done. The Mayor stated that she remembers Councillor Harmon mentioning Oak Street (and not Brewer Street), but that Tim Bockus, Public Works Director, could not find any sunken manhole covers. Councillor Harmon stated that the manhole covers in question are the first 5 or 6 on Oak Street as one approaches the intersection of Silver Lane. She also commented that there is a sunken manhole on Brewer Street near the intersection of Mitchell Drive. The Mayor indicated that the Public Works Director will review these manhole covers. Also, Councillor Harmon questioned the “for rent” sign that was on the front windshield of a fire truck. Mayor Leclerc thought it could be the fire truck that is on loan to the town from the city of Hartford – but would get back to the Council with a definite answer; and (3) inquired if the white
truck (canteen truck) that’s parked at the fire station on Forbes Street belongs to the town. The Mayor stated that this vehicle belongs to the Red Cross, and is used by our CERT team.
Bill Horan thanked the Mayor for throwing out the first pitch at opening day of the season for the East Hartford Little League – Saturday, April 27th. He also thanked the town’s Police, Fire and Parks & Recreation Departments for their participation which contributed to a successful day.
COUNCIL ACTION ON EXECUTIVE SESSION MATTERS
Ronald Blanks v. Town of East Hartford – Superior Court Case
MOTION By Barbara Rossi
seconded by Bill Horan
to accept Corporation Counsel’s recommendation to settle the pending
civil court action known as Ronald Blanks v Town of East Hartford,
Docket No. HHD-CV-10-6016393S, for the total sum of $19,500.00.
Motion carried 9/0.
OPPORTUNITY FOR RESIDENTS TO SPEAK
Irene Cone, 52 Barbonsel Road, stated that she called the Reminder Press and told them that throwing the newspaper at the bottom of a driveway is considered “littering” and that the town had an ordinance against such a practice. She said that the Reminder no longer delivers to her house.
Susan Kniep, 50 Olde Roberts Street, (1) stated her disappointment in the Council’s passage of the East Hartford Golf Course resolution; (2) strongly urges the Council’s Ordinance Committee to discuss the town’s ethics laws to see if there is a need for improvement; (3) inquired what Chair Kehoe’s vote was on the William Caspar Graustein Grant for East Hartford Child Plan, Inc.; and (4) believes that when a Councillor votes “abstain”, there should be a reason stated for the record.
Mayor Leclerc announced the following events and the dates they will take place: (1) the town’s Plan of Conservation & Development – May 22nd at 7PM in Council Chambers; (2) Bike Safety Program and Rodeo for school-aged children – May 11th at Silver Lane School; (3) Bike to Work Day – May 17th on Main Street at the commuter parking lot; (4) Parks & Recreation Department’s Car Show & Concert – May 9th at Great River Park from 5PM to 8:30PM; (5) Public Hearing for the Neighborhood Assistance Act application – May 15th in the Welling Conference Room at 6PM; (6) low cost rabies clinic – May 18th at Firehouse #1 next to Town Hall; (7) Governor Malloy has proclaimed May 19-25th as Connecticut Public Works Week;
(8) town-wide street sweeping has commenced along with curb repair; (9) Spring Art Festival – May 11th from 10AM to 2PM on the grounds of the Raymond Library; and (10) in association with Congressman John Larson , there will be Clean the Trails – June 1st from 9AM to Noon. Finally, Mayor Leclerc thanked all those who participated in the Bridge-to-Bridge Main Street Clean up on Saturday, April 27th.
Barbara Rossi (1) thanked the Mayor for the clean-up work that has begun on the High Street property that was in disrepair for so long; and (2) noted the talent of the students who participated in the 22nd Annual Town-wide Student Art Exhibit at the East Hartford Community Cultural Center.
Marc Weinberg also commended the students who participated in the Student Art Exhibit. Additionally, he wished every mother in East Hartford a Happy Mother’s Day and a Happy Birthday to Mary Alice Dwyer-Hughes, Eric Thompson, Marcia Leclerc and Bernice Dame – his mother.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION By Eric Thompson
seconded by Bill Horan
to adjourn (10:14 p.m.).
Motion carried 9/0.
The Chair announced that the next meeting of the Town Council would be on May 21, 2013.
Attest________________________________
Angela M. Attenello
TOWN COUNCIL CLERK
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