After Roll Call is complete, Public Works will be recognizing individuals with awards, (“Business Partners, Citizens and Employees”) as part of the National Public Works Week
AGENDA
TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS MONDAY, MAY 19, 2014
SOUTH WINDSOR TOWN HALL TIME: 7:00 P.M.
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Prayer: Reverend Bim Rowley, Truth Baptists Church
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Roll Call
5. Public Input
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Town Council.]
6. Environmental Health & Safety Message
7. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meetings
8. Public Petitions
9. Communications from Officers and Boards Directly Responsible to Council
10. Reports from Standing Committees
11. Reports of Temporary Committees
12. Consent Agenda
[All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Town Council and will be enacted by one Motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council member so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the General Order of Business and be considered in its normal sequence on the Agenda.]
13. Unfinished Business
A. Resolution Appointing a Rate Maker for Fiscal Year 2014/2015
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AGENDA
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
14. New Business
A. Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Receive Citizen Input on an Amendment to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Chapter 74 – Parks and Recreation, Article II. Commission, Section 74-31. Established, Terms
B. Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Receive Citizen Input on Amendments to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Chapter 26. Civil Emergencies, Article I. In General, Article II. Civil Preparedness Director, Article III. Civil Preparedness Agency, and Article IV. Advisory Council
C. Resolution Establishing a South Windsor Agriculture, Arts, and Nature Center Committee for the Priest Property
D. Resolution Designating the Public Building Commission as the Building Committee for State Project Number TMP-132-ZWJF, Orchard Hill Elementary School
E. Resolution Establishing an Energy Committee
F. Discussion Item: Solarizing South Windsor discussion with C L & P
G. Discussion Item: Capital Projects
H. Discussion Item: Fuel Cell at South Windsor High School
I. Discussion item: Little League Complex
J. Discussion Item: Infrastructure Bond
15. Passage of Ordinance
16. Communications and Reports from Town Manager
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed ten (10) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Council.]
17. Public Input
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Town Council.]
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AGENDA
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
18. Communications and Petitions from Council
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed twenty (20) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Council.]
19. Executive Session
A. Discussion of strategy and negotiations with respect to pending claims or pending litigation.
B. Discussion of the lease, sale or purchase of real estate.
20. Adjournment
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RESOLUTIONS
Monday, May 19, 2014
7. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meetings
(Councilor Prague)
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council approves the Minutes of the following Town Council Meetings: Special Budget Work Session Minutes of April 16, 2014; and April 28, 2014; and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 5, 2014.
13. Unfinished Business
A. Resolution Appointing a Rate Maker for Fiscal Year 2014/2015
(Councilor Havens)
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby appoints Matthew B. Galligan, Town Manager, as Rate Maker for Fiscal Year 2014/2015.
14. New Business
- Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Receive Citizen Input on an Amendment to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Chapter 74 – Parks and Recreation - Article II. Commission, Section 74-31. Established, Terms
(Councilor Wagner)
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby sets Monday, June 2, 2014, at 8:00 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, Chapter 74 – Parks and Recreation – Article II. Commission, Section 74-31. Established, Terms, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk.
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RESOLUTIONS
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
14. New Business (Continued)
B. Resolution Setting a Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Receive Citizen Input on Amendments to the South Windsor Code of Ordinances, Chapter 26 - Civil Emergencies - Article I. In General, Article II. Civil Preparedness Director, Article III. Civil Preparedness Agency, and Article IV. Advisory Council
(Councilor Mirek)
BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby sets Monday, June 2, 2014, at 8:15 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, Chapter 26 - Civil Emergencies - Article I. In General, Article II. Civil Preparedness Director, Article III. Civil Preparedness Agency, and Article IV. Advisory Council, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk.
C. Resolution Establishing a South Windsor Agriculture, Arts, and Nature Center Committee for the Priest Property
(Councilor Yagaloff)
WHEREAS, the Priest Farm is an important part of our Towns historical agricultural heritage; and
WHEREAS, the Priest Farm is property owned by the Town and dedicated towards use and preservation of agricultural background; and
WHEREAS, a number of volunteers in our Town feel the need to collectively help recognize the agricultural background and strengthen the agricultural arts and build on the natural beauty in our community; and
WHEREAS, an initial meeting was held between the various Town departments, committees and task forces to evaluate the need for a long-term strategy and vision and implementation of that vision on the Priest Farm property; and
WHEREAS, everyone present in this meeting strongly felt the need for the creation of a permanent committee for the South Windsor Agricultural, Arts and Nature Center on the Priest Farm property
(Resolution Continued on Next Page)
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RESOLUTIONS
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
14. C. (Continued)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby creates a bipartisan committee for planning of the South Windsor Agricultural, Arts and Nature Center on the Priest Farm property, to include at least one representative from the following groups: South Windsor Food Alliance, Open Space Task Force, South Windsor Rotary Club, Planning & Zoning Commission, Inland Wetlands/Conservation Commission, South Windsor Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Commission, South Windsor Land Trust, Park & Recreation Commission, Historic District Commission and four Town Council members (two from each political party); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the purpose of the Committee would be to help create a project celebrating the farm heritage of South Windsor, focused on agricultural heritage and sharing the aesthetic charm of agriculture with the presence of farmland and active farming activities along with heritage farming, agricultural, and artwork, including farm animals for beauty. The facilities are to become a source of education and the creation of a beautiful open space close to the Town center.
D. Resolution Designating the Public Building Commission as the Building Committee for State Project Number TMP-132-ZWJF, Orchard Hill Elementary School
(Councilor Delnicki)
WHEREAS, the referendum authorizing construction of a new Orchard Hill Elementary School was passed on March 25, 2014; and
WHEREAS, the deadline for the grant application for the state reimbursement is June 30, 2014
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council hereby designates the Public Building Commission as the Building Committee for State Project Number TMP-132-ZWJF, Orchard Hill Elementary School; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the South Windsor Town Council authorizes said Public Building Commission to proceed with preparation of the necessary schematic drawings and outline specifications for the project; and authorizes South Windsor’s Superintendent of Schools to file application for a School Construction Project Grant.
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RESOLUTIONS
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
14. New Business (Continued)
E. Resolution Establishing an Energy Committee
(Councilor Pendleton)
WHEREAS, it is the best interest of the Town South Windsor and its citizens to actively pursue feasible means of lowering energy consumption and costs; and
WHEREAS, it is the goal of the Town to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels in the functioning of all Town facilities; and
WHEREAS, it is found that the most expeditious and appropriate means of gathering the information necessary to inform the Town and its citizen about energy conservation and clean and renewable energy options is through a committee charged with that duty; and
WHEREAS, it is determined that it is in the best interests of the Town that the Energy Committee be formed pursuant to the following:
1. The Committee shall consist of seven (7) members who shall be appointed by the Town Council. The members of the Committee shall include at least one member of the Town Council, the Director of Public Works, the Superintendent of Schools, and four (4) additional members of the public representing diverse interests as property and/or business owners, at least one of which also shall be experienced in the fields of energy management, clean energy, renewable energy, public outreach, architecture, building construction, or building trades; and
2. The Energy Committee shall select a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Secretary at its first meeting following the start of the calendar year; and
3. The Energy Committee shall have the following duties and responsibilities:
(Resolution Continued on Next Page)
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RESOLUTIONS
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
14. E. (Continued)
- Investigate appropriate and cost-effective opportunities for implementing energy efficiency measures in all aspects of South Windsor's public buildings, including operational changes and changes in maintenance or capital improvements. These recommendations shall be forwarded to the Town Council or appropriate municipal agency or official as designated by the Town Council.
b. Research and facilitate the use of clean, renewable energy within the Town of South Windsor.
c. Educate South Windsor residents about clean energy options, energy efficiency, and energy conservation.
d. Identify appropriate Federal and State incentive and grant programs that provide opportunities for clean, renewable energy, energy efficiency, or energy conservation.
e. Take advantage of unique opportunities and resources within South Windsor for providing clean, renewable energy to help fulfill local energy needs.
f. The Energy Committee shall serve in an advisory capacity only and its recommendations shall not bind the Town to take any specific action or require that it appropriate any funds.
g. All meetings and records of the Committee shall be in compliance with applicable state statutes. A status report shall be provided by the Committee to the Town Council no later than December 30th of each year or as may be directed by the Town Council.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town of South Windsor hereby establishes the foregoing Energy Committee to provide advice to the Town Council regarding ways to promote clean power options, encourage the development of renewable energy in South Windsor, and make recommendations for energy conservation, all in accordance with the duties and responsibilities set forth herein.
F. Discussion Item: Solarizing South Windsor discussion with C L & P
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RESOLUTIONS
Regular Meeting – Town Council
Monday, May 19, 2014
14. New Business (Continued)
G. Discussion Item: Capital Projects
H. Discussion Item: Fuel Cell at South Windsor High School
I. Discussion item: Little League Complex
J. Discussion Item: Infrastructure Bond
15. Passage of Ordinance
16. Communications and Reports from Town Manager
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed ten (10) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Council.]
17. Public Input
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Town
18. Communications and Petitions from Council
[Per Town Council Rules, this segment of the meeting shall not exceed twenty (20) minutes unless extended by the Mayor, with the consent of a majority of the Council.]
19. Executive Session
A. Discussion of strategy and negotiations with respect to pending claims or pending litigation.
B. Discussion of the lease, sale or purchase of real estate.
20. Adjournment
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