TOWN COUNCIL
TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR
Minutes Page 1 February 21, 2012
TOWN COUNCIL – Regular Meeting
Council Chambers – South Windsor Town Hall
1. Call Meeting to Order
Mayor Delnicki called the Regular Meeting to order at 8:02 p.m.
4. Roll Call
Members Present: Mayor Tom Delnicki
Deputy Mayor Gary Bazzano
Councillor Cindy Beaulieu
Councillor Ed Havens
Councillor Kevin McCann
Councillor Cary Prague
Councillor Janice Snyder
Councillor Keith Yagaloff
Members Absent: Councillor M. Saud Anwar
Also Present: Matthew B. Galligan, Town Manager
The Regular Meeting was recessed at 8:06 p.m. in order to finish the Work Session agenda. The Regular Meeting was reconvened at 8:19 p.m.
5. Public Input
None
6. Environmental Health & Safety Message
None
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 Meeting of February 6, 2012; two Public Hearings of February 6, 2012; and Regular Meeting of February 6, 2012.
Was made by Councillor Havens
Seconded by Councillor Snyder
The motion was approved, unanimously
ITEM:
None
9. Communications from Officers and Boards Directly Responsible to Council
None
10. Reports from Standing Committees
None
11. Reports of Temporary Committees
Councillor McCann reported that the Sidewalk & Bikeway Subcommittee had its first meeting. Specific requests were given to the Town Engineer and he is getting information to the subcommittee regarding the amount of expenditures for repairs of sidewalk over the past few years so that can be put into context with any changes that the subcommittee might want to recommend with respect to the current sidewalk ordinances. The subcommittee has also asked the Town Engineer to take a look at a project that is coming up and get back to the subcommittee with information concerning how the Walk & Wheel Ways Policy that was adopted by Council can be incorporated into that project. The subcommittee with report periodically to the Town Council.
Deputy Mayor Bazzano told the Town Council that the Athletic Fields Subcommittee met Monday, February 13, 2012. The subcommittee discussed a lot of issues that came forward regarding the fields. The subcommittee is trying to prioritize and intends to meet again in about three weeks.
Councillor Yagaloff stated that the meeting was very productive and thanked Deputy Mayor Bazzano for his efforts.
12. Consent Agenda
Deputy Mayor Bazzano made a motion to approve Agenda Items 13. A. through 13. HH., and Item 14. A. through 14. J., as the Consent Agenda. Councillor Beaulieu seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
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13. Unfinished Business
* A. Resolution Appointing Stephanie Dexter (R) an Alternate to the Planning & Zoning Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Stephanie Dexter (R) an Alternate to the Planning & Zoning Commission for a term ending November 11, 2013 to fill a vacancy.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* B. Resolution Appointing Will Butter (R) an Alternate to the Planning & Zoning Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Will Butter (R) an Alternate to the Planning & Zoning Commission for a term November 30, 2013 to fill the unexpired term of Gary Pitcock.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* C. Resolution Reappointing Linc Streeter (R) an Alternate to the Connecticut River Assembly
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Linc Streeter (R) an Alternate to the Connecticut River Assembly for a term ending January 12, 2014.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* D. Resolution Appointing Dan Rys (R) to the South Windsor Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Dan Rys (R) to the South Windsor Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Commission for a term ending November 30, 2013 to fill a vacancy.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
* E. Resolution Reappointing James Futtner (R) to the South Windsor Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints James Futtner (R) to the South Windsor Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Commission for a term ending November 30, 2013.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* F. Resolution Reappointing Susan Rose (R) to the Board of Assessment Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Susan Rose (R) to the Board of Assessment Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* G. Resolution Appointing Darren DeMartino (R) to the Board of Assessment Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Darren DeMartino (R) to the Board of Assessment Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2015 to fill the expired term of Frank Ferrero.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* H. Resolution Reappointing Teri Dickey-Gaignet (R) an Alternate to the Board of Assessment Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Teri Dickey-Gaignet (R) an Alternate to the Board of Assessment Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2014.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
* I. Resolution Appointing Daniel Seypura (R) to the Building Code Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Daniel Seypura (R) to the Building Code Board of Appeals for a term ending January 1, 2016 to fill the expired term of Clifford Slicer.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* J. Resolution Reappointing Susan Burnham (R) to the Economic Development Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Susan Burnham (R) to the Economic Development Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* K. Resolution Reappointing Joseph Carino (R) to the Economic Development Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Joseph Carino (R) to the Economic Development Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* L. Resolution Reappointing Edwina Futtner (R) to the Economic Development Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Edwina Futtner (R) to the Economic Development Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
* M. Resolution Reappointing William Jodice (R) to the Economic Development Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints William Jodice (R) to the Economic Development Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* N. Resolution Appointing Paul Burnham (R) an Alternate to the Economic Development Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Paul Burnham (R) an Alternate to the Economic Development Commission for a term ending November 30, 2013 to fill a vacancy.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* O. Resolution Reappointing Walter Fitzpatrick (R) to the Historic District Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Walter Fitzpatrick (R) to the Historic District Commission for a term ending November 30, 2016.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* P. Resolution Reappointing Louise Evans (R) an Alternate to the Historic District Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Louise Evans (R) an Alternate to the Historic District Commission for a term ending November 30, 2016.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
* Q. Resolution Reappointing Elizabeth Osborne (R) to the Housing Authority
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Elizabeth Osborne (R) to the Housing Authority for a term ending November 30, 2016.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* R. Resolution Appointing Richard Muller (R) to the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Richard Muller (R) to the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission for a term ending December 1, 2015 to fill the expired term of Arthur Jennings.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* S. Resolution Appointing Vicki Paliulis (R) an Alternate to the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Vicki Paliulis (R) an Alternate to the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission for a term ending December 1, 2015 to fill the expired term of Richard Muller.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* T. Resolution Reappointing Elizabeth Asplund (R) to the Library Board
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Elizabeth Asplund (R) to the Library Board for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
* U. Resolution Reappointing Carole Stroud (R) to the Library Board
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Carole Stroud (R) to the Library Board for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* V. Resolution Reappointing Mark Peterson (R) to the Mass Transit and Highway Advisory Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Mark Peterson (R) to the Mass Transit and Highway Advisory Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* W. Resolution Appointing Herb Asplund (R) to the Mass Transit and Highway Advisory Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Herb Asplund (R) to the Mass Transit and Highway Advisory Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015 to fill the expired term of Harvey Fine.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* X. Resolution Reappointing Teri Dickey-Gaignet (R) to the Personnel Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Teri Dickey-Gaignet (R) to the Personnel Board of Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2014.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
* Y. Resolution Appointing Carol Kelley (R) to the Public Building Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Carol Kelley (R) to the Public Building Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015 to fill the expired term of Steven T. Carty.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* Z. Resolution Reappointing Robert Wilson (R) to the Public Building Commission
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Robert Wilson (R) to the Public Building Commission for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
*AA. Resolution Reappointing Robert Dickinson (R) to the Water Pollution Control Authority
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Robert Dickinson (R) to the Water Pollution Control Authority for a term ending November 30, 2017.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
*BB. Resolution Reappointing Richard Siedman (R) an Alternate to the Water Pollution Control Authority
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Richard Siedman (R) an Alternate to the Water Pollution Control Authority for a term ending November 30, 2017.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
*CC. Resolution Appointing Vicki Paliulis (R) to the Water Pollution Control Authority
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Vicki Paliulis (R) an Alternate to the Water Pollution Control Authority for a term ending November 30, 2017 to fill the expired term of Frank Ferrero.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
*DD. Resolution Appointing Donald Antaya (R) to the Water Pollution Control Authority
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Donald Antaya (R) to the Water Pollution Control Authority for a term ending November 30, 2017 to fill the expired term of Edward Havens, Jr.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
*EE. Resolution Reappointing Teri Dickey-Gaignet (R) to the Zoning Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby reappoints Teri Dickey-Gaignet (R) to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2015.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
*FF. Resolution Appointing Joseph Etter (R) to the Zoning Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Joseph Etter (R) to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2015 to fill the expired term of Sandra Jeski.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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13. Unfinished Business (Continued)
*GG. Resolution Appointing Edwina Futtner (R) an Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Edwina Futtner (R) an Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2015 to fill the expired term of Philip Koboski.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
*HH. Resolution Appointing Wayne Kilburn (R) an Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Wayne Kilburn (R) an Alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term ending November 30, 2015 to fill the expired term of Karen Patterson.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
14. New Business
* A. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Steven Harz (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Steven Harz (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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14. New Business (Continued)
* B. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Sharon Parlapiano (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Sharon Parlapiano (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* C. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Jason Race (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Jason Race (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* D. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of David Romejko (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of David Romejko (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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14. New Business (Continued)
* E. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Katie Graham (R) an Alternate to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Katie Graham (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* F. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of George Caye (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of George Caye (R) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* G. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Daniel Rezende (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Daniel Rezende (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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14. New Business (Continued)
* H. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Alan Larson (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Alan Larson (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* I. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Reappointment of Robert O’Connor (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Robert O’Connor (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
* J. Resolution Amending a Previously Approved Appointment of Craig Zimmerman (D) an Alternate to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves amending a previously approved reappointment of Craig Zimmerman (D) to the Park & Recreation Commission to Change the Expiration Date from November 30th to December 31st.
(Approved by Consent Agenda)
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14. New Business (Continued)
K. Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Receive Citizen Input on Amendments to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Article IV., Blight and Nuisance Ordinance
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby sets Monday, March 5, 2012, at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the South Windsor Town Hall, 1540 Sullivan Avenue, South Windsor, Connecticut as the time and place for a Public Hearing to receive citizen input on Amendments to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Article IV, Blight and Nuisance Ordinance, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk.
Was made by Councillor McCann
Seconded by Councillor Snyder
The motion was approved, unanimously
L. Resolution Approving the Transfer of $10,680 from the Contingency Account to the Cemeteries Account
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves a transfer of $10,680 from the Contingency Account to the Cemeteries Account to cover costs associated with cleanup from Storm Alfred.
Was made by Councillor Havens
Seconded by Councillor Yagaloff
Mr. Galligan explained that in 1915 the Town had the responsibility in the State Statute to take care of cemeteries. An Association was put together to make sure that the cemeteries would be maintained in certain areas. The Town pays $3,500 per year for maintenance. During Storm Alfred a lot of damages occurred and it is the Town’s responsibility to reimburse for any repairs. The Town can request for reimbursement from FEMA.
Mayor Delnicki called for a vote on this resolution; it was approved, unanimously
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14. New Business (Continued)
M. Resolution Approving the Town to Lift the Hiring Freeze to Hire a Police Officer
WHEREAS, at the December 19, 2011 Regular Meeting of the South Windsor Town Council, a resolution was approved addressing the expected shortfall in revenues for the 2011/2012 budget; and
WHEREAS, as part of that resolution, the Town of South Windsor instituted a hiring freeze where no full time or part time positions would be filled without further action of the Council; and
WHEREAS, since that resolution was instituted, it has become necessary to replace a Police Officer position in the Police Department
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves the Town to lift the hiring freeze in order to hire a Police Office at the South Windsor Police Department.
Was made by Councillor Beaulieu
Seconded by Councillor McCann
The motion was approved, unanimously
N. Resolution Approving the Town to Lift the Hiring Freeze to Hire a Dispatcher
WHEREAS, at the December 19, 2011 Regular Meeting of the South Windsor Town Council, a resolution was approved addressing the expected shortfall in revenues for the 2011/2012 budget; and
WHEREAS, as part of that resolution, the Town of South Windsor instituted a hiring freeze where no full time or part time positions would be filled without further action of the Council; and
WHEREAS, since that resolution was instituted, it has become necessary to replace a Dispatcher position in the Police Department
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves the Town to lift the hiring freeze in order to hire a Dispatcher at the South Windsor Police Department.
(Resolution Continued on Next Page)
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14. N. (Continued)
Was made by Councillor Yagaloff
Seconded by Councillor Prague
The motion was approved, unanimously
O. Resolution Approving the Town to Lift the Hiring Freeze to Hire a Plant Operator I
WHEREAS, at the December 19, 2011 Regular Meeting of the South Windsor Town Council, a resolution was approved addressing the expected shortfall in revenues for the 2011/2012 budget; and
WHEREAS, as part of that resolution, the Town of South Windsor instituted a hiring freeze where no full time or part time positions would be filled without further action of the Council; and
WHEREAS, since that resolution was instituted, it has become necessary to replace a Plant Operator I position at the Sewer Treatment Plant
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves the Town to lift the hiring freeze in order to hire a
Plant Operator I at the Sewer Treatment Plant.
Was made by Councillor Snyder
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Bazzano
Councillor Prague recused himself because he has a conflict.
Councillor Yagaloff explained that he would not support this resolution because at the last meeting he was told that there are seven positions at the plant. While reviewing the FEMA report it was noticed that there are nine positions at the plant as well as a Supervisor. Another reason he would not support is because the Town Council has no control over the Sewer budget, so why would the Town Council have any say over the hiring of this position. WPCA will pay for the position out of the sewer fees and they should be hiring their own position.
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14. O. (Continued)
Mr. Galligan explained that there are 7 Plant Operators, 1 Facility person, 1 Lab person, 1 Secretary and then a Supervisor. There are 11 positions total. When Councillor Yagaloff questioned how many positions, I answered 7 positions which were the 7 Plant Operators, not total employees. Mr. Galligan stated that he does not necessarily disagree with Councillor Yagaloff because endorsing the resolution will allow the WPCA to go out and hire another position.
Councillor McCann felt that it makes sense to lift the hiring freeze to allow WPCA to go forward in hiring for this position. The Treatment Plant is a critical function of the Town and has to operate all the time. Councilor McCann stated he would support the resolution lifting the hiring freeze.
Deputy Mayor Bazzano stated he would support this but does agree with Councillor Yagaloff’s point.
Answering questions from Deputy Mayor Bazzano, Mr. Galligan explained that according to the Town Attorney’s opinion, WPCA would be able to hire for this position even if the Town Council did not support this resolution. Mr. Galligan then stated that this resolution is on the agenda as a courtesy to the Council. When the resolution for the hiring freeze was done, there was no differentiate between operating, Recreation, etc. So it was thought that the Council should make a decision on this. The position is a key position because the Town runs the Treatment Plant 24/7, have a lot of miles of sewer and 21 pump stations.
Mayor Delnicki stated that he would be supporting this resolution because if reaffirms the Council’s commitment to the environment, protecting the residents and protecting the Connecticut River.
Mayor Delnicki called for a vote on the resolution; it passed on a roll call vote of 6 to 1 with Mayor Delnicki, Deputy Mayor Bazzano, Councillor Beaulieu, Councillor Havens, Councillor McCann and Councillor Snyder voting in favor of approval; Councillor Yagaloff voting in opposition to approval; and Councillor Prague recusing himself.
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14. New Business (Continued)
P. Resolution Approving the Town to Lift the Hiring Freeze to Hire an Administrative Secretary
WHEREAS, at the December 19, 2011 Regular Meeting of the South Windsor Town Council, a resolution was approved addressing the expected shortfall in revenues for the 2011/2012 budget; and
WHEREAS, as part of that resolution, the Town of South Windsor instituted a hiring freeze where no full time or part time positions would be filled without further action of the Council; and
WHEREAS, since that resolution was instituted, it has become necessary to replace an Administrative Secretary position in the Planning & Zoning Department
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby approves the Town to lift the hiring freeze in order to hire an
Administrative Secretary in the Planning & Zoning Department.
Was made by Councillor Yagaloff
Seconded by Councillor Havens
Councillor Yagaloff explained that at the last meeting when this item was discussed, he was not in favor of lifting the hiring freeze for this position, but after discussing this position with Michele Lipe who is the Town Planner, he feels it is an essential position and he would be supporting this resolution.
Councillor Prague explained that at the last meeting he also was not in favor of replacing this position, but has since been reminded that the Town Planner does not have an Assistant Town Planner as it was in the past. Councillor Prague stated he would support this position but would like to see more technology used in Town.
Councillor Havens felt that replacing all of the positions is important and he would support this resolution.
Mayor Delnicki stated that technology does not always work the way it is supposed to.
Mayor Delnicki called for a vote on the resolution; it was approved, unanimously.
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15. Passage of Ordinance
None
16. Public Input
Don Belleville, 18 Alison Drive came before the Town Council. He stated he was listening regarding the Blight Ordinance and a Councillor stated that the language in the ordinance should be eliminated regarding if you can see something that would be considered a blight from neighboring properties should not be part of this ordinance. Mr. Belleville requested that the Town Council walk through his yard and then make a decision on that issue.
17. Communications and Petitions from Council
Councillor McCann informed the public that on Monday, February 27, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers there will be a preliminary design meeting held regarding Safe Routes to School design for the Orchard Hill Elementary School and Eli Terry Elementary School. The Town has been awarded a significant amount of money from the Federal Government to implement this Safe Routes to School for these two projects.
Mr. Galligan explained that when using the Contingency Account you take from that account and transfer money from that account into the account that you would like to use for a specific item. Any funds that are not used by the end of the year after being transferred, those funds would go back into the fund balance.
Answering questions from the Council, Ms. Mary Etter, Director of the South Windsor Public Library explained that the Library will be receiving 10 computers that were purchased with the Hartford Foundation and they will be replacing a lot of the older computers.
Mr. Galligan stated that he received a call today from a resident who is interested in being on the Sewer Committee that was established and meetings should be scheduled shortly.
Councillor Prague informed the public that on Thursday, February 24, 2012 there will be a fundraiser held for the Irish Committee. The honorees this year are Billy Mitchell and Margaret Shea. The function will be at Pub II on Rte. 5, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
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17. Communications and Petitions from Council (Continued)
Mayor Delnicki informed the Council that the Inland Wetlands Agency/Conservation Commission sent a letter to the Town Council requesting that their Commission be allowed to change their membership from nine members to ten members with two alternates. Mayor Delnicki requested that the Town Manager check to see if this Commission can change their membership.
Mr. Galligan stated that he believes Barry Guliano who was Town Attorney ruled on this issue a long time ago that you need to have an odd number on that Commission because it is a land use commission. Mr. Galligan said he would have Murtha Cullina review this issue.
18. Communications and Reports from Town Manager
Mr. Galligan informed the Council that he has been asked by CCM to testify in two hearings. One issue pertains to partial assessments on the October Grand List and the other issue is regarding the use of pesticides.
19. Executive Session
At 9:15 p.m. Deputy Mayor Bazzano made a motion to go into Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter regarding the Town Manager’s and Clerk of the Council’s evaluations/salary). Councillor Yagaloff seconded the motion; and it was approved, unanimously.
Those who went into Executive Session are as follows: Town Manager Matthew B. Galligan, Mayor Delnicki, Deputy Mayor Bazzano, Councillors Beaulieu, Havens, McCann, Prague, Snyder and Yagaloff.
20. Adjournment
Deputy Mayor Bazzano made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:51 p.m. Councillor Yagaloff seconded the motion, but the motion did not pass and the meeting ended.
Respectfully submitted,
Deborah W. Reid, Clerk of the Council
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