TOWN OF EAST HAMPTON
Redevelopment Agency
Monday, January 28, 2008
7:30 p.m.
Town Hall
MINUTES
Members Present: Chair Scott Bristol, Vice Chair William DeMore, Mary Ann Dostaler, Ronald Buccilli, Daniel Wolfram
Also Present: Linda Parquette, Connected to Connecticut (7:45 p.m.), Recording Secretary Jennifer Carducci
1. Call to Order
Chairman Bristol called this regular meeting to order at 7:34 p.m.
2. Adoption of Agenda/Added Agenda Items
A motion was made by Ms. Dostaler to approve the agenda, seconded by Vice-chair DeMore, vote was unanimous in favor, motion passed.
(Note: Agenda listed two items as #11, New Business, this item should have been noted as #12.)
3. Approval of Minutes – Meeting of 11-26-07 and 12-17-07
Mr. Buccilli made a motion to approve the minutes of 11-26-07, seconded by Ms. Dostaler, vote was unanimous in favor, motion carried.
Ms. Dostaler made a motion to approve the minutes of the 12-17-07 Special Meeting, seconded by Mr. Wolfram, vote was unanimous in favor, motion carried.
4. Discussion of January 7, 2008 memo from R. Drewry, Acting Town Manager – Code of Conduct
As all Boards and Commissions were asked, Chair Bristol asked all members to read, be aware of, and follow the Code of Conduct.
5. Discussion of Town Council resolution of 12-11-07 concerning the Redevelopment Agency
The proposed Resolution #120 was read by Chair Bristol (a copy is made part of these minutes). The Resolution was not discussed, or acted upon by the Town Council at that time. Liaisons from Town Council to Redevelopment Agency are Town Council Chair Melissa Engel and Vice Chair Thomas Cordiero.
6. Public Comments – None
Ms. Dostaler made a motion to move Item #11 to be heard before the balance of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Wolfram, vote was unanimous in favor, motion passed.
11. Guest Speaker (Landscape Architect/Land Use Planner) Mark Arigoni
Mark Arigoni, LA, Milone & MacBroom, was present to speak regarding his experience in preparing redevelopment plans, for several municipalities including Mansfield, Marlborough, Burlington, and Unionville. Mr. Arigoni discussed the general process used by these municipalities, the goals of their plans and the public participation process undertaken. The municipalities typically base the overall plans upon input received from the public during the public participation process. Mr. Arigoni discussed how the plans are developed based upon a needs assessment and what the community wants.
A five minute break was taken at 8:40 p.m.
7. Roundtable discussion regarding Town news of interest to Agency
a. Brookside Complex
Ms. Dostaler stated that Epoch Arts now owns the property and discussed the activities now occurring on site.
b. Rte. 66/196 Realignment
The State DOT will present at the Town Council meeting on 2-12-08.
c. Water system
The Town Council has formed a new subcommittee/task force.
d. Proposed commercial and/or residential developments
Several proposed plans were discussed.
e. Other
Ms. Dostaler updated the Agency on applications with P&Z and IWWA.
8. Brownsfields Committee Update – Village Center Properties
a. 13 Watrous Street
Mr. Wolfram updated the Agency on the funding for and demolition of 13 Watrous St. He will be addressing the Town Council with update of Brownsfields status on 2-12-08. The possibility of using STEAP grant money was discussed.
b. Walnut Avenue Property (Water Tower Property); and,
c. 103 Main Street
Mr. Wolfram has been working with the Acting Town Manager and an RFQ for site cleanup will go out soon. A second RFQ will be issued for work to be conducted for the EPA Assessment Grant (unrelated to 103 Main Street).
9. Liaison Reports
Mr. Bristol has been attending Town Council Meetings and has been keeping the Agency updated.
Mr. Buccilli and Ms. Dostaler attended the Streetscapes meeting and updated the Agency on the progress.
10. Unfinished Business
a. Budget Establishment
A budget request has been submitted to the Finance Department for the remainder of ’08 and for ’09. No feedback has been received as yet.
b. Distribution of 2008 Meeting Dates
A listing of dates for 2008 Redevelopment Agency Meetings have been filed with the Town Clerk, as required, Agency members have a copy in their packets.
12. New Business (listed as #11 on Agenda)
a. Discussion and possible action regarding providing comments in proposed
Zoning changes – Village Center
Chair Bristol shared a handout; noting it may be preliminary to formulate commentary, since the Agency has not yet identified the boundaries of the redevelopment area. A communication will be crafted, in general support, (by Chair Bristol). A draft will be presented to the Agency for review.
b. Discussion and possible action regarding comments to proposed municipal
Complex – Village Center
Facilities had a consultant evaluate Town facilities; recommending a Municipal Center. Specifics of the plan were discussed. Chair Bristol suggested that input be put together with the Agency’s thoughts, in memo form, to the Town Council (Mr. DeMore will draft.)
There was agreement that this Agency would like to see an inviting Village Center, full of activity and a sense of safety.
c. Distribution and discussion of draft quarterly report of Redevelopment Agency
Activities
Mr. Buccilli previously prepared and distributed a summary of recent Agency activities. Chair Bristol made a motion to send Mr. Buccilli’s list along to Town Council, seconded by Mr. DeMore, vote was unanimous in favor, motion passed.
13. Public Comments (pertaining to current agenda items only)
Linda Parquette, Connected-to-Connecticut stated that one of their jobs is to keep Town Council and town officials informed of EDC business and would be glad to help this agency.
14. Confirm next meeting (February 25, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.) Confirmed.
15. Adjournment
Mr. Bristol made a motion to adjourn at 9:55 p.m. Vote unanimous, carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Carducci
Recording Secretary
2-10-08; 2-18-08
All handouts are available at Town Hall and are made part of these minutes.
Approved 2-25-08 as prepared
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