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Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes 5/2/2011
TOWN COUNCIL

TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR

Minutes Page 1  May 2, 2011




TOWN COUNCIL – Regular Meeting
Council Chambers – South Windsor Town Hall

1.      Call Meeting to Order

Mayor Pelkey called the Regular Meeting to order at 8:00 p.m.

Mayor Pelkey presented four Cub Scouts with trophies for placing first to fourth in the Pinewood Derby and then read a proclamation into the record proclaiming May as Bicycling Month.

South Windsor Walk & Wheel Ways invited the Council and public to a community bike ride on May 15, 2011.  Registration will be at 12:00 p.m. and the bike ride will begin at 1:00 p.m.  On May 13, 2011 the Town of South Windsor will be the first Town in the State to hold a bike to school event for the high school.  There are 30 students involved at this time.

4.      Roll Call

Members Present:        Mayor John Pelkey
        Deputy Mayor Edward Havens
        Councillor Saud M. Anwar
        Councillor Gary Bazzano
        Councillor Tom Delnicki
        Councillor Kevin McCann
        Councillor Cary Prague
        Councillor Keith Yagaloff

Members Absent: Councillor Janice Favreau

Also Present:           Michael Gantick, Acting Town Manager

5.      Public Input

Mr. Don Gonsavles, 40 Bayberry Trail came before the Town Council to discuss his concerns with the budget.  There seems to be a shortfall in health benefits, building permits, tax collections and Fire Marshal fees.  Mr. Gonsalves also feels the Town should resolve the issue of Capital Projects regarding what is considered capital and what is considered expense.

Mr. George Hill, 20 Andrusis Trail presented an e-mail to the Council that was written by one of the Councillors to a member in the Recreation Department.  Mr.

ITEM:

5.      Public Input (Continued)

Hill stated the e-mail ridicules his wife and makes fun of efforts by his wife and himself complaining about something that was done by the Town without the Town Council’s permission.  Mr. Hill said he is insulted and his wife is insulted.  Not only does this deserve an apology I think it deserves an immediate resignation.  This is not something a leader of this Town should be doing.

Ms. Nancy Yario, 20 Andrusis Trail stated that she has another e-mail from that same Councillor.  This is relaying a conversation from our State Representative and he is e-mailing this further to the former Chief of Police.  Ms. Yario explained that her other concern is regarding the cost of the Bark Park.  The Town spent $25,000 to bring water to the dogs but it is a total of $45,419.09 from the Park & Recreation, and the Police have a global account which they spend $8,000 or $9,000 on.  There is also mentioned in here about some deal that was cut with The Connecticut Water Company which she felt was odd.  There were a couple hundred cards down at the Bark Park yesterday and there were two loose dogs.  A different day, Ms. Yario said she was walking with her sister and was accosted by a loose dog.

Ms. Cindy Beaulieu, 19 Cody Circle, stated that she came tonight to speak about some statements that were made by Councillors when she was here last time.  She stated she was here to speak about many of the concerns she has about the CT. Studios Project.  Her concerns have always been around the municipal bond issuance since that has been a significant part of the financing package for that deal and also around the feasibility study.  Ms. Beaulieu has mentioned at previous meetings that she has 17 years of experience in the bond business which she feels is significant to give her some credibility.  Ms. Beaulieu explained she wanted the Council as well as the public to understand that she works the bond market every day as well as has an understanding of feasibility studies.  She started she is in favor of the CT. Studios, she just wants the project financed properly and the Town as protected as possible.  After speaking at the last meeting she felt she was being discouraged from coming before the Council and speaking.

6.      Environmental Health & Safety Message

None

ITEM:

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:  Work Session of March 21, 2011; Public Hearings of March 21, 2011 and two (2) of April 25, 2011.

Was made by Councillor Prague
Seconded by Councillor Bazzano
The motion was approved, unanimously

  • Public Petitions
None

9.      Communications from Officers and Boards Directly Responsible to Council

Capital Projects Budget

Ms. Janice Snyder came before the Town Council to present the Capital Projects budget.  She explained that the Committee has been meeting monthly to arrive at a budget which is fiscally responsible yet addressed some of the Town’s critical needs.  The original Capital Projects budget contained 14 projects totaling $2,081,505.  After further review and careful consideration, the Capital Projects Committee trimmed back the budget to 9 projects totaling $1,348,600 which represents a $732,905 or a 35% reduction.  Ms. Snyder reviewed the projects that were affected and what the budget consists of.

Councillor Yagaloff felt that the proposed budget is too high and would like to see the budget cut to $600,000 or $700,000.

Answering questions from the Council, Ms. Snyder reviewed how the Capital Projects Committee established their budget.

Councillor Bazzano questioned why the roofs of the five modular classrooms are being replaced when enrollment is down and there are empty classrooms?

Mr. Patrick Hankard stated that he could not answer this question because it is out of the realm of his expertise.  The roofs have been proposed to be replaced because they have exceeded their life expectancy and need replacing.  The insulation between the rubber exterior surface of the roof and the metal deck below is made up of a product that when wet gives off a compound that eats the

ITEM:

9.      Communications from Officers and Boards Directly Responsible to Council (Continued)

Capital Projects Budget (Continued)

metal deck below.  The insulation has been banned from the market but the Town still has these classroom roofs.  The Town is not only risking water intrusion but also the metal deck roof failure.  Mr. Hankard then stated that the Board is tracking the costs that are being spent to improve the elementary schools as requested by the Town Council.  

Councillor Prague explained that the Town Council in the past was trying to build the capital projects account up over the years and at one time totaled $2,900,000.  In 2008 there was a $1,000,000 shortfall and $800,000 was taken from this account.  Councillor Prague then questioned once the roofs are put on the modular classrooms, what would be their life expectancy?

Mr. Hankard stated that the classrooms should give a reasonable life expectancy but item such as windows, carpets would still need to be replaced.  Operationally they are very expensive.

Councillor Prague questioned if there is any room in the elementary schools that could be used for classrooms rather than using the modular classrooms?

Ms. Snyder stated that this issue would be brought to the Superintendents attention.

Answering questions from the Council, Mr. Summers explained that handrail grasp ability and guards on the stairs are mandated by the existing fire code.  All buildings existing need to meet that code.  The Town Hall does not meet that code as well as there are condominiums do not meet that code.  The State has worked with some of the condominiums to reduce the effect of the fire code on that requirement.  The Town has worked with the Fire Marshal here over the last year to try to mitigate some of those concerns with different applications of the fire alarm and stuff like that.  The State has said that we must correct these handrails and guards.  Mr. Summers explained that there are abatement orders against condominiums in Town and that the number one issue for him is public safety.





ITEM:

9.      Communications from Officers and Boards Directly Responsible to Council (Continued)

Capital Projects Budget (Continued)

Mr. Craig Zimmerman a member of the Pension Committee told the Town Council that they could make a cut in this budget but informed the Council that if the budget was cut $600,000 to $700,000, the budget will need to be increased substantially next year.  

Councillor Delnicki requested from the Fire Marshal the chapter and verse of pre-existing buildings that were built to the code when the building was built and has had no major renovations.  Mr. Summers stated he would give the Council the report and the statute from the State Fire Marshal.  Councillor Delnicki requested further that the Fire Marshal explain what is mandated by those statues and what is not and what is being proposed.

Councillor McCann suggested that the Town consider going out to referendum again for a certain amount of bonded funds in order to get additional projects completed that are considered hard asset projects such as culverts, bridges and reconstruction of roads.  Councillor McCann agreed that road maintenance needs to be complete but does not agree with taking bonded funds to do road maintenance.  Road maintenance should be funded through the operating budget.  Councillor McCann then suggested to postpone the purchase of all new computer equipment and Town Hall code updates; and eliminate the replacement of the roofs on five modular classrooms.  This would eliminate $733,000 from the Capital Projects budget which could be put into the Public Works portion of the budget for road maintenance.

Deputy Mayor Havens stated he would support the Capital Projects budget as along as the rest of the Town budget comes in at a number that is reasonable.

Mayor Pelkey explained that many of these projects you will find that what is not done today will cost even more tomorrow.  These projects are rated and all safety aspects need to be reviewed.

  • Communications and Reports from Town Manager
None



ITEM:

  • Reports from Standing Committees
None

12.     Reports of Temporary Committees

None

13.     Communications and Petitions from Council

This past weekend the Little League Complex field was dedicated to Craig Pepin.  On Sunday there was a grand opening on the Company 3 Firehouse on the corner of West Road and Sullivan Avenue.  

Deputy Mayor Havens stated that the dedication of the field to Craig Pepin was a wonderful event and thanked Frank Marci and Al Maximino for all the work they do with Little League.

Answering questions from Councillor Bazzano, Mr. Gantick stated that Public Works will take a look at the sidewalks on Lawrence Road that were vandalized.  Mr. Gantick also explained that the Town has a consultant working on alternatives for the ramp at the Community Center.  

Councillor Anwar apologized to Ms. Cindy Beaulieu for not understanding his statement and explained that the perception was inaccurate.

Answering questions from Councillor Anwar, Mr. Gantick explained that the person who was stuck in the elevator at the Town Hall was not long.  Coucillor Anwar felt that the Town Council should discuss the Town Hall elevator in the near future.

Mr. Gantick explained that the elevator does not meet the standards for today but it is a safe elevator.

14.     Public Participation

None

15.     Consent Agenda

None


ITEM:

16.     Unfinished Business

None

  • New Business
  • Resolution Appointing Steven T. Carty (D) to the Public Building Commission and Postponing Consideration of this Motion until the Town Council’s Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Steven T. Carty (D) to the Public Building Commission for a term ending November 30, 2011 to fill the unexpired term of Frank Bonzani and postpones consideration of this motion until the Town Council’s next regularly scheduled meeting.

Was made by Deputy Mayor Havens
Seconded by Councillor Bazzano
The motion was approved, unanimously

  • Resolution Accepting the Resignation of Marilyn Morrison (D) from the Economic Development Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby accepts, with regret, the resignation of Marilyn Morrison (D) from the Economic Development Commission, said resignation to be effective immediately; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLED that the South Windsor Town Council extends its thanks to Marilyn Morrison for the time she has dedicated to serving her community by her membership on the Economic Development Commission.

Was made by Councillor Anwar
Seconded by Mayor Pelkey

Mayor Pelkey thanked Marilyn Morrison for her many years of public service to the Town of South Windsor.  Mayor Pelkey wished her the best in her retirement years.

Mayor Pelkey called for a vote on the motion; it was approved, unanimously.



ITEM:

17.     New Business (Continued)

  • Resolution Appointing Joseph Kennedy Jr. (D) a Full Member to the Economic Development Commission and Postponing Consideration of this Motion until the Town Council’s Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Joseph Kennedy Jr. (D) a full member to the Economic Development Commission for a term ending November 30, 2013 to fill the unexpired term of Marilyn Morrison and postpones consideration of this motion until the Town Council’s next regularly scheduled meeting.

Was made by Councillor Anwar
Seconded by Councillor Delnicki
The motion was approved, unanimously

D.      Resolution Authorizing the Installation of Sidewalks on Hayes Road

WHEREAS, the Town of South Windsor is scheduled to reconstruct Hayes Road this year and is proposing to construct a sidewalk on one side of the Hayes Road to provide improved facilities for pedestrians as well as motorists and bicyclists in accordance with Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 238, Section 13a-153f; and

WHEREAS, the reconstruction of Hayes Road including the installation of sidewalks will be funded through bond proceeds approved by the 2006 Road and Drainage Capital Improvement Projects Referendum; and

WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on May 2, 2011 to receive citizen input on the installation of sidewalks along Hayes Road

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby authorizes the construction of a sidewalk along the either the north or south side of Hayes Road as part of the Hayes Road Reconstruction Project.

Was made by Mayor Pelkey
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Havens




ITEM:

17.     D.      (Continued)

Councillor Anwar stated that it was clear that the residents that live on the road are not interested in having the sidewalk and residents who do not live on the road are interested in having the sidewalks.  Those residents living on the road would be the most effected by the sidewalks, would have the responsibility of the sidewalks and should have the say in what happens.  

Councillor Yagaloff stated he would not be supporting this because although sidewalks can be a benefit to the Town he recognizes that the residents in this neighborhood do not want them.  The other issue with the installation of sidewalks on Hayes Road is the sidewalks do not connect to other neighborhoods.

Councillor Delnicki stated that there are burdens that would impact the residents of this neighborhood if these sidewalks were installed.  If the Town took over the maintenance of the sidewalks, taxes would be raised.  Councillor Delnicki stated he would not be supporting this resolution.

Councillor Prague said he would not be supporting this resolution.

Councillor McCann explained that he is a supporter of South Windsor Walk & Wheel Ways but feels in this particular situation the road could be widened to 32 feet and there could be an area where people could walk or ride their bike.  Councillor McCann said he would be voting against this resolution but would like to see an amended proposal come back.
Answering questions from the Council, Mr. Doolittle explained that widening the road to 30 or 32 feet would impact the utilities and trees would have to be taken down.  It could also impact the gas main, water main and affect the grades in the area.

Councillor Havens feel that sidewalks are a safety issue and would be supporting the installation of sidewalks on Hayes Road.

Mayor Pelkey stated he is disappointed that there is nothing in the plan that addresses road calming.


ITEM:

17.     D.      (Continued)

Mayor Pelkey called for a vote on the resolution; the motion failed 1 to 7 on a Roll Call vote with Deputy Mayor Havens voting in favor of this resolution; and Mayor Pelkey, Councillor Bazzano, Delnicki, Anwar, Yagaloff, Prague and McCann voting in opposition of this resolution.

E.      Resolution Authorizing the Funding of the Capital Improvement Projects Road Resurfacing Program for the 2010/2011 and 2011/2012 Fiscal Years

WHEREAS, the South Windsor Town Council wishes to fund the Road Resurfacing Program in the 2010/2011 and 2011/2012 fiscal years; and

WHEREAS, on November 7, 2006, the residents of South Windsor approved the issuance of $10,000,000 in general obligation bonds to fund roads and drainage improvements; and

WHEREAS, to date, the Town has issued $10,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the Road and Drainage Improvement Projects; and

WHERAS, the Town’s Pavement Management Report recommends a funding level o f $3.5 million per year to maintain the roads in their current condition

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby authorizes the use of $1,200,000, as shown in attached Exhibit A, of the previously approved $10,000,000 of general obligation bonds to fund the Road Resurfacing Program in the 2010/2011 and 2011/2012 fiscal years.

Was made by Councillor Anwar
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Havens

Mayor Pelkey began discussions explaining that this item came before Capital Projects.  There have been no funds put aside for roadwork in the Capital Projects for this year.  There is money still left from the original referendum that was passed and it was felt it would be good opportunity to get some roadwork done.  The Town is falling behind on road repairs and needs to get some done.  After this difficult winter there are more repairs that need to be complete.  The Connecticut Water Company will be doing some

ITEM:

17.     E.      (Continued)

repairs of the roads in the Avery Street area.  Mayor Pelkey stated that he would be open to go out for additional bonding this fall in the amount of $10,000,000 for road reconstruction work.  

Councillor McCann agreed that the Town Council needs to fund road repairs in Town on a regular basis.  This item should be put into the operating budget rather than capital projects.  Using the remaining $1,200,000 in the bonded capital improvement project fund is a wrong.  Using a dedicated capital fund to balance our budget is what has created the huge problem the State has right now.  Councillor McCann stated he would not support this resolution.  

Councillor Bazzano stated the he too would not be supporting this resolution.  The bonding money was supposed to be used for major repairs and should not be used towards road overlays.  There was a list of projects that are still not complete and the bonding funds should be used towards that list.

Answering questions from the Council, Mr. Gantick explained that on the list from18 down are projects that the Town has continued to design and get them ready for funding, but the Town would hold off it the funds were to be used toward resurfacing.  There are a number of projects that would not get done on the original list that the original $10,000,000 would not cover and that is why it has been suggested that the Town go out for an additional amount to bond to cover the projects that the original referendum will not cover.  The original bonding did not cover the estimated cost for different projects because the original list that was put together was conceptual cost items.  There has also been a change in the cost for asphalt and the third reason for such large changes in costs of projects is the Town has encountered significant changes to the base materials which have basically driven up the cost.
Councillor Bazzano felt the Town should continue on this list and get these projects done.  It will be necessary for the Town to locate fund to do the overlays but those fund will have to be found within the budget.  Councillor Bazzano then stated that he is in favor of doing road repairs but not in favor of it coming from capital projects improvements.




ITEM:

17.     E.      (Continued)

Councillor Yagaloff explained that he has been reviewing the Town budget which is proposed to have a 3 ½% increase and he does not approve of the plan to move money from capital projects or to find other money in the budget.  Councillor Yagaloff stated that his personal target is to find about $2,000,000 of cuts out of this budget.  Repairs should be made as you go along and should be come out of operating expenses and bonded money  should be used for the purpose they were bonded for which is the capital purpose.  This year the Town has a unique problem, if money is put into the regular budget, every dollar you put into the budget is a tax increase.  Councillor Yagaloff stated he would be willing to set aside his principles on the bonded money to put some money into the road repair.  Councillor Yagaloff said he would be comfortable with $350,000.

Answering questions from the Council, Mr. Gantick explained that he believes some of the projects on the original list were long term projects that need to be addressed but not immediate needs.  When the original referendum was put out it did give that flexibility of what is on this proposed resolution tonight.  Over the last 25 years the Town has attended to quite a few of the major structures.

Councillor Anwar stated that he feels the Town is in a challenging situation because we have the responsibility to make sure the roads are safe and appropriate for our citizens but also have the responsibility of not increasing the taxes, so it makes sense to use a certain dollar amount.  

Mayor Pelkey understands the concerns of Council members but feels since this item has not been funded for two years it is important to put aside some funds.  Mayor Pelkey felt that a larger number would be appropriate which would be around $600,000.

Councillor Prague stated that when you bond for 20 years you make sure what you are bonding is going to last 20 years.  What lasts 20 years are buildings and bridges.  Councillor Prague said he would support $350,000 but I would like stipulate that the funds be used for items that will last more than 15 years or more than 10 years.  The crack sealing and chip sealing should be done but funds should be found within the operating budget.

ITEM:

17.     E.      (Continued)

Councillor Delnicki stated that it was not the Council’s intent that this bonded money be used for doing any milling or overlays.  It was supposed to be used for doing big items, but because of the extraordinary situation the Town is in, Councillor Delnicki stated he would not be opposed to using $350,000. Councillor Delnicki questioned if the original cost estimates and the final estimated costs come from consultants or was that done by town staff?  Mr. Gantick answered that some came from staff and some came from consultants.

Councillor Delnicki stated that he would like to know who the consultants were because he does not think the Town should be using them if they are that far off in numbers.

Deputy Mayor Havens felt it is the Town Council’s responsibility to take care of the roads in this community and he stated he would support any figure that comes up as long as there is money allocated to get some work done.

Councillor McCann stated that in the bond there was specific language of how the money could be used.  It can be used for items that are on Schedule A.  There is a provision that says the Town Council may by resolution add to or delete from Schedule A.  The resolution before the Town Council tonight does not request any changes to Schedule A.  Councillor McCann suggested that the Town Council amend this resolution to amend Schedule A by adding the Dart Hill Road project, the Slater Street project and include the Governors High project which is already on Schedule A, he would approve the resolution in the amount of $303,000.

Councillor Yagaloff made a motion to amend the resolution by striking out the words 2010/2011 in every location which is appears and to modify the $1,200,000 to $350,000.  Mayor Pelkey seconded the amendment.

Deputy Mayor Havens stated he would support Mr. Yagaloff’s suggestion rather than nothing.

Councillor McCann suggested altering that amendment because he would not support an amendment to fund pavement management or resurfacing of roads.  Instead he would support amending the Schedule A to add roads that are in need of substantial re-building and to do that he proposed amending Councillor Yagaloff’s amendment as follows:

ITEM:

17.     E.      (Continued)

Resolution Authorizing the Amendment of Capital Improvement Bond Projects for the 2011/2012 fiscal year

WHEREAS, South Windsor Town Council wishes to amend Schedule A of the Capital Project Improvement Bond Projects in the 2011/2011 fiscal year; and

WHEREAS on November 7, 2006, the residents of South Windsor approved the issuance of $10,000,000 in general obligation bonds to fund road and drainage improvements; and

WHEREAS, to date, the Town has issued $10,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the Road and Drainage Improvement Project; and

WHEREAS the Town has not spent the full $10,000,000; and

WHEREAS, the Town has recognized that additional roads are in need of immediate substantial rebuilding

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council amends Schedule A of the Capital Improvement Bond Projects of the previously approved 10,000,000 of general obligation bonds to fund the addition of substantial improvements to Dart Hill Road, Gray Road, Arnold Way and Slater Street; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED to amend Schedule A to move these items along with Governors Highway to be completed in the 2011/2012 fiscal year.

Mayor Pelkey questioned the dollar amount?  Councillor McCann responded that it would be $350,000.

Councillor Yagaloff felt that Councillor McCann’s friendly amendment could be added on after the vote of the original amendment.  The only concern with Councillor McCann’s amendment is it does not allow the Director of Public Works to go out and do improvements or road repairs other than on the streets specified.  The concept was to give Mr. Gantick flexibility to save the roads in the best way possible across the Town where Mr. Gantick was going to apply the limited money where ever he needs to in order to save the roads.  The Town Council could take up the separate issue of additional capital projects that need to be added to Schedule A at another time.  


ITEM:

17.     E.      (Continued)

Tonight the Town Council is talking about repairs generally across Town to roads that are rapidly deteriorating.  

Mayor Pelkey called for vote on amendment first

Councillor McCann felt that the bond resolution requires that only things that are specified in a schedule that the Town Council present and vote on are things that can be funded through the bond resolution and therefore Councillor McCann said it would be improper for the Town Council to pass the resolution as originally drafted to give that kind of flexibility for repairs.  Councillor McCann stated he would be voting against the amendment.

Mayor Pelkey called for a vote on the Amendment.  It passed 6 to 2 on a Roll Call Vote with Mayor Pelkey, Deputy Mayor Havens, Councillors Yagaloff, Delnicki, Anwar and Prague voting in favor of the amendment; and Councillors McCann and Bazzano voting in opposition to the amendment.

Mayor Pelkey called for a vote on the Amendment Resolution.  It passed 6 to 2 on a Roll Call Vote with Mayor Pelkey, Deputy Mayor Havens, Councillors Yagaloff, Delnicki, Anwar and Prague voting in favor of the amended resolution; and Councillors McCann and Bazzano voting in opposition to the amended resolution.

F.      Resolution Authorizing the Town Manager to Solicit Requests for Proposals for the Purchase of Town of South Windsor delinquent Municipal Tax Liens

WHEREAS, the Town wishes to assign various delinquent municipal property tax liens to a third party in accordance with the provisions of Section 12-195h of the Connecticut General Statutes; and

WHEREAS, the Town has compiled a list of delinquent municipal property tax liens to be assigned

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby authorizes Matthew B. Galligan, Town Manger, to solicit Requests for Proposals for the Purchase and Assignment of Delinquent Municipal Property Tax Liens.

ITEM:

17.     F.      (Continued)

Was made by Deputy Mayor Havens
Seconded by Mayor Pelkey

Mayor Pelkey stated that the Tax Collector, Bonnie Rabin said the Town is at 98.35% collection rate at this time.

Answering questions from the Council, Ms. Rabin explained that the Town is going out for a new bid because it should be put out every other year.  American Tax Fund has worked with the Town for five years.  

Mayor Pelkey made a motion to extend the meeting past 11:00 p.m. in order to finish the topic before the Town Council.  Councillor Prague seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.

Ms. Rabin explained to the Council that it is one entity that has $150,000, but there are 40 parcels within the one property and that is why the amount is so high.  The Tax Office will continue to work with this company prior to a new firm being hired.  Ms. Rabin added that the Town was paid yesterday on four properties.

Mayor Pelkey called for a vote on the Resolution; it was approved, unanimously.

Mayor Pelkey made a motion to extend the meeting in order to finish item 17. G.  Councillor Bazzano seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.

G.      Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing on the Conveyance of Approximately 2.24 Acres of Property to Connecticut Studios LLC or its Designee

BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby sets Monday, May 16, 2011, at 7:15 p.m., as the time and place for a public hearing to receive citizen input on the conveyance of approximately 2.24 acres of property, subject to existing utility easements, located southeasterly of John Fitch Boulevard to Connecticut Studios LLC or its designee.

Was made by McCann
Seconded by Mayor Pelkey
The motion was approved, unanimously

ITEM:

22.     Adjournment

At 11:05 p.m. Mayor Pelkey made a motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting.  Councillor Delnicki seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.


Respectfully submitted,



                                                
Deborah W. Reid
Clerk of the Council