TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR
Action Minutes Page 1 September 7, 2010
TOWN COUNCIL – Regular Meeting
Council Chambers – South Windsor Town Hall
1. Call Meeting to Order
Mayor Pelkey called the Regular Meeting to order at 8:03 p.m. The Regular Meeting was then recessed at 8:07 p.m. to finish the Work Session. The Regular Meeting reconvened at 8:20 p.m.
4. Roll Call
Members Present: Mayor John Pelkey
Deputy Mayor Edward Havens
Councillor Gary Bazzano
Councillor Janice Favreau
Councillor Kathryn Hale (left at 9:45 p.m.)
Councillor Kevin McCann
Councillor Cary Prague (arrived at 9:08 p.m.)
Councillor Keith Yagaloff
Members Absent: Councillor Tom Delnicki
Also Present: Matthew B. Galligan, Town Manager
Councillor Yagaloff moved to “Suspend the Rules” in order to move Agenda Item 17. A. up to this point in the Meeting. The Motion was seconded by Deputy Mayor Havens; and approved, unanimously.
17. New Business
A. Resolution to Refer to the Naming of Public Lands and Buildings Committee and the Park & Recreation Commission a Proposal to name a Youth Athletic Field in Commemoration of the Service of Craig Pepin to Youth Sports in South Windsor
WHEREAS, Craig Pepin had an extraordinarily positive impact on youth sports in South Windsor over the span of many years, which emphasized that sports can truly be enjoyed only when played with respect for other players, fans, officials and the rules of the game; and
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17. A. (Continued)
WHEREAS, Craig Pepin was a beloved member of the youth sports community of South Windsor and was an exemplary volunteer coach, mentor and official for hundreds of baseball, softball and soccer players; and
WHEREAS, the outpouring of love, affection and appreciation by the people of South Windsor for Craig Pepin following his passing has been unprecedented in recent memory; and
WHEREAS, many of the players, coaches and officials who benefitted from the presence of Craig Pepin are still involved in sports in South Windsor, and in order to perpetuate the memory and fine example that he set for present and future generations, it is important to commemorate his dedication without delay and before the present generation ends its involvement in South Windsor sports
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council hereby expresses its heartfelt thanks for the service of Craig Pepin to the Town and especially to the youth sports community, and appreciates his dedication to the positive character development of our youth residents, and directs the Naming of Public Lands and Buildings Committee, in consultation with the Park & Recreation, to recommend an appropriate tribute to him by dedicating and naming a youth sports field in his memory, and to report back to Council with its recommendation within 60 days of the passage of this resolution to enable Council to take final action in naming a Craig Pepin Memorial Field without delay.
Was made by Councillor McCann
Seconded by Councillor Bazzano
The motion was approved, unanimously
7. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meetings
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council approves the Minutes of the following Town Council Meetings: Joint Work Session with the Board of Education of April 6, 2010; Work Session of July 19, 2010; Public Hearing of July 19, 2010, Regular Meeting of July 19, 2010; and Special Meeting of August 2, 2010.
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7. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meetings (Continued)
Was made by Councillor Yagaloff
Seconded by Councillor Hale
The motion was approved, unanimously
17. New Business (Continued)
B. Resolution Authorizing the Town Manager to Sign the State/Municipal Project Grant Agreement for the Reconstruction of Main Street Bridge over Stoughton’s Brook
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor was awarded a grant from the State of Connecticut Local Bridge Program to fund 31.55% of the eligible project costs for the replacement of the main Street Bridge over Stoughton’s Brook
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council authorizes its Town manager, Matthew B. Galligan to sign and execute the agreement titled, “Project Grant Agreement Between the State of Connecticut and the Town of South Windsor under the Local Bridge Program for Main Street over Stoughton’s Brook, Bridge No. 132017, State Project No. 9132-0017”.
Was made by Councillor Prague
Seconded by Councillor McCann
The motion was approved, unanimously
C. Resolution Approving the Transfer of $10,000 from the Contingency Account to the South Windsor Matching Mini-Grant Account
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby authorizes the transfer of $10,000 from the contingency Account to the South Windsor Citizens Matching Mini-Grant Account to cover the cost of various requests for Matching Mini-Grant funds.
Was made by Deputy Mayor Havens
Seconded by Councillor Bazzano
The motion was approved, unanimously
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17. New Business (Continued)
D. Resolution for a “Citizens Matching Mini-Grant” to South Windsor Voices to Assist in Funding for a Publications of Poems
WHEREAS, the South Windsor Town Council created a “South Windsor Citizens Matching Min-Grant Program” on June 20, 2005; and
WHEREAS, South Windsor Voices, has duly submitted a proper application for matching funds in the amount of $1,250 to help with the publication of a collection of poems which were written exclusively by residents and former residents of South Windsor; and
WHEREAS, Town Manager Matthew b. Galligan has reviewed and approved this project and application and has determined that it meets all of the criteria of the “South Windsor Citizen matching Mini-Grant Program”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council authorizes Town Manager, Matthew B. Galligan to issue $1,250 of matching funds to South Windsor Voices from the “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program”.
Was made by Councillor Bazzano
Seconded by Councillor Yagaloff
The motion was approved, unanimously
E. Resolution for a “Citizens Matching Mini-Grant” to the Town of South Windsor to Assist in the Funding of the Creation of a Memorial Garden in the Front of the South Windsor High School
WHEREAS, the South Windsor Town Council created a “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program” on June 20, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor has duly submitted a proper application for matching funds in the amount of $5,000 to help with the costs associated with the creation of a memorial garden in the front of the South Windsor High School which will honor all students and faculty who have passed away while attending/working at South Windsor High School; and
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17. E. (Continued)
WHEREAS, Town Manager Matthew B. Galligan has reviewed and approved this project and application and has determined that it meets all of the criteria of the “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council authorizes Town Manager, Matthew B. Galligan to issue $5,000 of matching funds to the Town of South Windsor from the “South Windsor Citizen matching Mini-Grant Program”.
Was made by Councillor Favreau
Seconded by Mayor Pelkey
After a lengthy discussion, Mayor Pelkey made a motion to Table this Resolution until the October 4, 2010 meeting of the Town Council. Councillor Yagaloff seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
F. Resolution for a “Citizen Matching Mini-Grant” to South Windsor High School to Assist in Funding for the Refurbishing and Expansion of the Current Weight Room at South Windsor High School
WHEREAS, the South Windsor Town Council created a “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program” on June 20, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor has duly submitted a proper application for matching funds in the amount of $1,740 to help with the costs associated with the refurbishing and expansion of the current weight room at South Windsor High School; and
WHEREAS, Town Manager Matthew B. Galligan has reviewed and approved this project and application and has determined that it meets all of the criteria of the “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council authorizes Town Manager, Matthew B. Galligan to issue $1,740 of matching funds to South Windsor High School from the “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program”.
Was made by Councillor Prague
Seconded by Councillor Bazzano
The motion was approved, unanimously
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17. New Business (Continued)
G. Resolution for a “Citizen Matching Mini-Grant” to the South Windsor Historical Society to Assist in Funding for Roof Repairs at Union School
WHEREAS, the South Windsor Town Council created a “South Windsor Citizen matching Mini-Grant Program” on June 20, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor has duly submitted a proper application for matching funds in the amount of $5,000 to help with the costs associated with the roof repairs at Union School located at 771 Main Street; and
WHEREAS, Town Manager Matthew B. Galligan has reviewed and approved this project and application and has determined that it meets all of the criteria of the “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council authorizes Town Manager, Matthew B. Galligan to issue $5,000 of matching funds to the South Windsor Historical Society from the “South Windsor Citizen Matching Mini-Grant Program”.
Was made by Councillor Favreau
Seconded by Councillor Prague
The motion was approved, unanimously
H. Resolution Authorizing the Town Manager to Sign and Execute an Option & Land Lease Agreement with SBA Towers II LLC
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby authorizes Town Manager, Matthew B. Galligan to sign and execute an Option & Land Lease Agreement with SBA Towers II LLC for the tower erected near Veterans Memorial Pool and any other necessary documents on behalf of the Town of South Windsor
Was made by Councillor Yagaloff
Seconded by Councillor Favreau
The motion was approved, unanimously
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17. New Business (Continued)
I. Resolution Approving a Refund of Taxes to Twenty-Four (24) South Windsor Taxpayers
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves a refund of property taxes to twenty-four (24) South Windsor Taxpayers, the total of said refund being $10,218.42, and as more fully described on attached Exhibit A.
Was made by Councillor Bazzano
Seconded by Councillor McCann
Councillor Favreau made a motion to amend Attachment B to eliminate the amounts of $8.13 and $254.44 which are duplicates on the attachment. Councillor McCann seconded the motion; and the Amendment was approved, unanimously.
Mayor Pelkey called for a vote on the Resolution; it was approved, unanimously
18. Passage of Ordinance
None
19. Communications and Petitions from Council
None
20. Communications and Reports from Town Manager
None
21. Executive Session
At 10:30 p.m. Mayor Pelkey made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss the documents containing financial information provided in confidence and exempt from disclosure pursuant to C.G.S. § 1-200(6) and 1-210(b)(5)(B) regarding The Connecticut Studios. Deputy Mayor Havens seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
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21. Executive Session (Continued)
The following individuals went into Executive Session: Mayor Pelkey, Deputy Mayor Havens, Councillor Bazzano, Councillor Favreau, Councillor McCann, Councillor Prague, Councillor Yagaloff and Town Manager Matthew B. Galligan.
At 10:55 p.m. Councillor Bazzano made a motion to adjourn the Executive Session and Regular Meeting. Councillor Favreau seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Deborah W. Reid
Clerk of the Council
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