SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Thursday, February 19, 2009
10:00 A.M.
First Floor Conference Room
MINUTES
Present: First Selectman Michael Pace, Selectman Velma Thomas, Assessor Norm Wood, members of the Press and concerned citizens
I. CALL TO ORDER – First Selectman Pace called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
First Selectman Michael Pace led those in attendance in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC – A resident questioned the amount proposed for the new fire boat, comparing recent purchases by Westbrook and Lyme. Several residents had specific questions concerning the re-valuation. First Selectman Pace deferred those questions to Norm Wood for later in the meeting, under that item. One resident spoke against delaying the re-valuation and gave a number of reasons.
IV. COMMENTS FROM THE SELECTMEN – None at this time
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to accept the minutes of the Board of Selectmen Meeting of January 15, 2009 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to accept the minutes of the Board of Selectmen Special Meeting of January 28, 2009 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to accept the minutes of the Board of Selectmen Special Meeting of January 29, 2009 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
VI. BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD
A. Review of the Concept Plan for 45 Ferry Road.
First Selectman Pace called on Attorney David Royston, Architect Greg Nucci and Hope Partnership Executive Director Mary Ann Amore to review the project. They gave a background of the project, displayed a preliminary design concept.
B. Discuss and act on Resolution authorizing the First Selectman to enter into contracts with the State of Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection.
First Selectman Pace read the resolution.
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to approve Resolution authorizing the First Selectman to enter into contracts with the State of Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection.
MOTION CARRIED
C. Reaffirm Town of Old Saybrook Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to table.
MOTION CARRIED
D. Reaffirm Town of Old Saybrook Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to Reaffirm Town of Old Saybrook Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
MOTION CARRIED
E. Discuss and act on 2009 – 2010 General Government Budget.
First Selectman Pace reviewed the 2009 – 2010 Budget. He stated that the budget was lower than last years by 1.44% or $217,412.
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to approve budget at $14,902,686 to forward to Board of Finance, subject to some adjustments that may be needed before March 1, 2009.
MOTION CARRIED
F. Discuss Re-valuation process/status.
First Selectman Pace asked Assessor Norman Wood to provide an update on the status of the Re-valuation process.
Mr. Wood reviewed the process of re-valuation, explained what can and can not be done. He answered questions.
First Selectman Pace thanked Norm for his presentation.
G. Appointments
1. Park & Recreation Commission. This is a four year term due to expire 11/2011.
THOMAS/PACE
Motion to appoint James Bergeron to the Parks and Recreation Commission. This is a four year term due to expire 11/2011.
MOTION CARRIED
VII. COMMENTS FROM THE SELECTMEN
VIII. QUESTIONS BY THE PRESS
IX. ADJOURNMENT
PACE/THOMAS
Motion to adjourn at 12:35 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
Respectfully Submitted
Roland W. Laine
Executive Assistant
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