TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR
MINUTES
TOWN COUNCIL & BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL WORK SESSION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUGUST 28, 2008
SOUTH WINDSOR TOWN HALL TIME: 7:00 P.M.
1. Call Meeting to Order
Deputy Mayor Prague called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
Members Present: Deputy Mayor Cary placeCityPrague
Councillor Gary Bazzano
Councillor Kathryn Hale
Councillor Edward Havens
Councillor Lisa Maneeley
Councillor Kevin McCann
Councillor John Pelkey
Councillor Keith Yagaloff
Members Absent: Mayor Matthew Streeter
Board of Education
Members Present: Janice Snyder
David Joy
Jack Chinsky
Sheila Appleton
Kathleen Daugherty
Carolyn Egan
Richard Mabey (arrived at 7:14 p.m.)
Members Absent: Timothy Paul Kenefick
Anthony Fornuto
Also Present: Matthew Galligan, Town Manager
Dr. Robert Kozaczka, Superintendent of Schools
Dr. Daniel Hansen, Assistant Superintendent of Schools
Donna McKenty, Business Manager
4. Public Participation
No public Participation at this time.
5. Items for Discussion
A. Elementary School Renovations
Ms. Snyder stated that the purpose of the meeting was to present the Town Council with more information regarding the possible options for the elementary school renovations. The Board of Education wanted to answer any questions that the Council had and was looking for their input regarding whether the Board of Education should stay with the original plan of two new schools and two renovated schools or only renovate one school.
Dr. Kozaczka explained how a Steering Committee was created and how the Board of Education retained Drummey Rosane Anderson, Inc. (“DRA”) to develop a Strategic Plan. He discussed how he strongly supports the Strategic Plan, but with the changes in the economy, he thinks it would be better to do it in steps. He suggested that they start with one new elementary school, which would allow for swing space. Then the other schools, one by one, can be renovated without children occupying them.
Mr. Jim Barrett, Principal from DRA presented the Strategic Plan, which is attached as Exhibit A. The Order of Magnitude (Conceptual) Budget is attached as Exhibit B. The Pro Forma Financing Plans for the four school plan is attached as Exhibit C and the one school plan is attached as Exhibit D.
All Council Members asked questions, stated their concerns, and gave suggestions on what they thought would be the best way to move forward. Council Members stated that they would support whatever decision the Board of Education came to.
B. Town Sewer Plant Renovations
Town Manager Galligan gave a brief overview of a meeting that was held to discuss the Town Sewer Plant Renovations. He stated that the original resolution that was prepared by Bond Counsel would remain in tact. There will be a separate resolution regarding the policy. This will direct the Town Manager as to how the Town Council wishes to conduct business in funding projects in the future.
Councillor Yagaloff added that the general fund will pay for the bonds, the WPCA will set the rates, and the sewer will pay a portion or all of the bonds.
6. Public Participation
Mr. Don Gonsalves, 40 Bayberry Trail came forward to state that he does not think that decisions should revolve around what the State will be reimbursing. The reimbursement that the Town would be receiving from the State is still from the taxpayers.
Mr. Gonsalves also stated that he does not feel that the appearance of a facility means good education. Good education comes from the teachers. He is in support of $25 million to make all facilities placeCityADA compliant.
7. Adjournment
At 10:00 p.m., a Motion to Adjourn was made by Councillor Bazzano; seconded by Deputy Mayor Prague; and was approved, unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Vanessa Perry
Acting Clerk of the Council
Attachments: Exhibits A, B, C, and D
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