Town of East Hampton
Town Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
East Hampton High School Library
Minutes
Present: Chairperson Susan Weintraub, Vice Chairman Glenn Suprono, Council Members Kyle Dostaler, Ted Hintz, Jr., Derek Johnson (arrived at 6:35 p.m.), Barbara Moore and George Pfaffenbach and Town Manager Michael Maniscalco.
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
An item will be added under Resolutions/Ordinances/Policies and Proclamations for a proclamation for Eric Haury.
A motion was made by Mr. Dostaler, seconded by Ms. Moore, to adopt the agenda as amended. Voted (6-0).
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Mr. Dostaler, seconded by Mr. Suprono, to approve the minutes of the Town Council Regular Meeting of March 26, 2013 as written. Voted (5-0-1) Ms. Weintraub abstained as she was not present at the meeting.
Public Remarks
Ann McLaughlin, 85 North Main Street, reminded the Council about the Welcome Home Veterans ceremony on April 13th at 11:00am in the Village Center.
Presentation
None
Bids & Contracts
Bid Award for Fire Truck
A motion was made by Mr. Suprono, seconded by Mr. Hintz, to award the fire truck bid to Pierce in the amount of $639,899. Voted 6-0).
Mr. Johnson arrived at the meeting.
Bid Award for Playscape at Sears Park
A motion was made by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Pfaffenbach, to approve the purchase of a new playground for Sears Park off of state contract in the amount of $35,706.84. Voted (7-0).
Approval of SLAM Collaborative Change Order
The Council discussed the change order for SLAM Collaborative for PCB testing at the High School for the proposed project. The change order is in the amount of $28,000. The Council asked for a report of the funds expended for SLAM to date prior to approval of the change order.
Resolutions/Ordinances/Policies/Proclamations
Possible Action on WPCA Ordinance
A Public Hearing was held prior to the Council meeting for the proposed amendment to the Water and Sewer Authority ordinance. The proposed amendment would name the East Hampton Town Manager as the appointing authority of the Public Utilities Administrator. The Council discussed concerns raised by the towns of Colchester, Marlborough and Hebron through letters presented for the public hearing. The Council also reviewed a letter from the Town Attorney indicating there are no issues with the proposed amendment.
A motion was made by Mr. Hintz, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to adopt the amended Water and Sewer Authority ordinance. Voted (7-0).
Proclamation for Yellow Ribbon Ceremony for Eric Haury
A motion was made by Mr. Dostaler, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to accept the proclamation for Eric Haury for the Welcome Home Veteran ceremony. Voted (7-0).
Continued Business
Debt Policy Statement
The Council reviewed the Debt Policy as approved by the Board of Finance. Finance Director Jeff Jylkka answered questions on the policy.
A motion was made by Mr. Hintz, seconded by Mr. Johnson, to approve the debt policy as presented by the Board of Finance. Voted (7-0).
New Business
Discussion of Budget and Set Town Meeting/Referendum Date
The Board of Finance approved the budget at their last meeting and presented that budget to the Town Council. The Council will review the budget and will discuss and vote on it at their next meeting.
A motion was made by Ms. Moore, seconded by Mr. Pfaffenbach, to set the Town Meeting date of Monday, April 29, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the East Hampton High School Library and to call a referendum to vote on the Town budget on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the East Hampton High School. (Voted 7-0).
Town Manager Report
Mr. Maniscalco reported the following:
- The hiring process is underway for the Police Chief, Facilities Manager and Public Works Director.
Liaison Reports
Mr. Dostaler attended the Board of Education meeting. They discussed new mandates regarding changes in state test scoring.
Ms. Weintraub attended the Fire Commission Meeting. Richard Dufour was voted Chairman and Eric Germain was voted Secretary. They discussed background checks, bylaws, the awards program and approved overhead door controls.
Board & Commission Liaison Reports
None
Appointments
None
Tax Refunds
A motion was made by Mr. Suprono, seconded by Mr. Dostaler, to approve tax refunds in the amount of $485.47. Voted (7-0).
Public Remarks
None
Communications, Correspondence & Announcements
Ms. Weintraub thanked Mary Ann Dostaler for working on the Citizens Guide to the School Budget.
Council members were invited to read to students at Memorial School.
Adjournment
A motion was made by Mr. Pfaffenbach, seconded by Mr. Suprono to adjourn the meeting at 7:15 p.m. Voted (7-0).
Respectfully submitted,
Cathy Sirois
Recording Secretary
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