Town of East Hampton
Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
East Hampton High School Library
Minutes
Present: Chairperson Susan Weintraub, Vice Chairman Glenn Suprono and Council Members Kyle Dostaler, Ted Hintz, Jr., Derek Johnson (arrived at 6:33 p.m.), Barbara Moore and George Pfaffenbach. Also present were Acting Town Manager Jeff Jylkka, Recording Secretary Christina Soulagnet, members of the press and citizens.
Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Weintraub called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the East Hampton High School Library.
Adoption of Agenda
A motion was made by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Pfaffenbach, to adopt the agenda as presented. Voted (7-0).
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Suprono, to approve the minutes of the Town Council Regular Meeting of June 12, 2012 as written. Voted (7-0).
Public Remarks
Debby Day, 49 Champion Hill Road, voiced some concerns regarding the water system for the Barton Hill Fire House and is interested in hearing the proposal.
Bids & Contracts
None.
Presentations
Brownfields Redevelopment Agency
Dan Wolfram, Chairman of Brownfields Redevelopment Agency, began the presentation by reviewing the history of the committee and the knowledge and expertise of its seven members. Mr. Wolfram made note of their annual budget of less than $1,000 a year and outlined all their accomplishments since 2007, which included three major clean-ups funded with almost $1,000,000 of grant money. Mr. Wolfram also shared the committee’s outreach efforts with community members/groups including East Hampton High School students and Eagle Scouts. Scott Bristol, Vice-Chairman Brownfields was also present for the presentation. Chairperson Weintraub thanked Mr. Wolfram and commended the committee for their efforts.
Resolutions/Ordinances/Policies/Proclamations
Council of Governments Consolidation
Jeff Jylkka, Acting Town Manager, stated that the current ordinance for Council of Governments is currently being reviewed, and a proposed draft ordinance to correct the language and rescind the existing one will be presented to the Council at the July 10, 2012 meeting.
Yellow Ribbon Proclamations
Navy Seabee Christopher Abbott
Mr. Johnson read aloud the proclamation for Navy Seabee Christopher Abbott.
Navy 3rd Class Petty Officer Cody Flannery
Mr. Pfaffenbach read aloud the proclamation for Navy 3rd Class Petty Officer Cody Flannery.
Continued Business
First Responders Proclamation and Recognition
Chairperson Weintraub drafted language for the proclamation and will forward to Cathy Sirois for review with Fire Chief Paul Owen. The proposed proclamation will be discussed at the July 10, 2012 Town Council meeting. Also discussed was purchasing shadowboxes to display the proclamation along with a Bevin bell, which will be given to each of the 23 towns that responded to the fire. All Council members were in agreement.
New Business
Barton Hill Fire House Consent Order
Vinny Susco, Water Pollution Control Authority, referred to the Fire Station #1 Consent Order dated June 20, 2012. Mr. Susco discussed the order of violation, provided background information, evaluated alternatives and estimated costs. There was discussion to propose the most cost efficient option to address the water issue. A motion was made by Mr. Hintz, Jr., seconded by Mr. Johnson, to recommend WPCA to propose the Ultraviolet treatment system as a solution to the State. Vote (7-0).
Energy Task Force
After a brief discussion, the Council requested Ms. Sirois to research and contact the current members of the Clean Energy Task Force to inquire if they are still interested, as well as to provide a copy of the resolution which established the committee at the July 10, 2012 meeting.
Old Home Day Police Support and Insurance
After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Hintz, Jr., seconded by Mr. Pfaffenbach, to authorize $3,700 to pay for overtime for Police support and insurance for the Old Home Day Parade. Vote (7-0)
Special Revenue Funds
Mr. Jylkka reviewed the Special Revenue Funds recommendation by the Board of Finance. A motion was made by Mr. Dostaler, seconded by Mr. Hintz, Jr., that the Town Council of the Town of East Hampton approves the Special Revenue Funds and formally commits the non-restricted revenues collected in those funds to the purpose of each fund. Vote (7-0). The listing of Special Revenue funds will be filed with the minutes.
Interim Town Manager Report
New Town Manager Transition
Mr. Jylkka reported that Michael Maniscalco will begin his employment as Town Manager on July 9, 2012. An agenda is being put together for his first few days, which includes meetings with managers and staff, as well as visits to all town building locations. Mr. Jylkka also stated that he will provide Mr. Maniscalco with a report on current items and open issues.
Bevin Bell Update
Mr. Jylkka reported that WPCA and Public Works Department will be working with Doug Dilla, Operations Manager, regarding sewer cap. Bevin received $100,000 in grant money from the CT DECD. Mr. Jylkka to provide grant fact sheets to Matt Bevin for possible additional grant opportunities.
East Hampton ALERTS Notification System
Mr. Jylkka shared that open houses took place at the Senior Center and at the Town Hall to assist residents in registering for the ALERTS Notification. Mailers were also sent out to East Hampton residents and decals for vehicles have been provided by the Village Lions for participants.
Update on RFQs for Consultants
Mr. Jylkka shared that RFQs for town attorney are almost complete and a draft will be ready for review by Mr. Maniscalco shortly after July 9, 2012.
Other
Memorial School Roof
Mr. Jylkka reported that work has begun and is moving along very quickly.
Gazebo Project
The foundation is being poured this week.
Airline Trail
A volunteer clean-up for under the bridge is scheduled for Saturday, June 30, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.
Mr. Pfaffenbach provided Council members with a copy of the blight ordinance that Portland adopted. This item to be discussed at a future meeting.
Liaison Reports
Mr. Dostaler attended the Board of Education meeting which adopted the 2012-2013 budget. Also at this meeting, the Board of Ed failed to pass and participate in legislation to address obesity in youth and a search committee was created to include all the Board of Ed. members to begin the process and search for a Superintendent.
Appointments
Arts & Cultural Commission
A motion was made by Mr. Dostaler, seconded by Ms. Moore, to reappoint Elizabeth Sennett to the Arts & Cultural Commission with a term expiring on December 31, 2014. Vote (7-0).
Tax Refunds
A motion was made by Mr. Suprono, seconded by Mr. Pfaffenbach, to approve tax refunds in the amount of $233.04. Voted (7-0).
Public Remarks
Mary Ann Dostaler, 56 William Drive, thanked Mr. Jylkka for doing a great job as Acting Interim Town Manager.
Steve Lockwood, 15 Beechcrest Drive, is interested in joining the Energy Task Force.
Debby Day, 49 Champion Hill Road, added that a $50,000 grant from the State of CT cannot be utilized because of the water issue at the museum. The grant money was awarded to complete the bathroom facilities at the museum. Chairperson Weintraub requested Mr. Jylkka to provide this information to Mr. Maniscalco to address.
Communications, Correspondence & Announcements
Chairperson Weintraub read aloud a letter from Mr. Goff stating his resignation from the Building Committee. Mr. Hintz, Jr. was appointed by the Council to fill this vacancy.
Solarize Connecticut
Chairperson Weintraub received communication from the State outlining ways to bring down the cost of solar systems. This information will be forwarded to the Energy Task Force.
Adjournment
A motion was made by Mr. Hintz, Jr., seconded by Mr. Pfaffenbach, to adjourn the meeting at 7:51 p.m. Voted (7-0).
Respectfully submitted,
Christina Soulagnet
Recording Secretary
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