A. ROLL CALL
Members Present: Joe Carino, Richard Aries, Frank Ferrero, Ed Havens Jr., and Michael Patitucci
Members Absent: Robert Dickinson, Carol Fletterick
Alternates Present: Thomas Deming sitting in for Robert Dickinson
Alternates Absent:
Staff Present: C. Fred Shaw, Superintendent of Pollution Control
Others: Karen Isherwood, Design Professionals, Inc.
Chairman Carino called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following actions were taken during the January 8, 2008 Regular Meeting of the W.P.C.A.
Due to a commitment for the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting at 7:30 p.m., Ms. Isherwood requested the Authority to move up Item G2 on the Agenda for discussion.
Motion to move up Item G2 on the Agenda.
Was made by Mr. Havens, Jr.
Seconded by Mr. Deming
The motion carried unanimously
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. The Hillstead (Final approval)
Mr. Shaw stated that this project is on the south side of Kelly Road and has been previously reviewed by the Authority and conceptually approved for a sewer connection to the Town of Vernon sewer system. Since then, the applicant has decided to connect to a private sewer located on the Gerber Property, which discharges to the South Windsor public sewer system on Diane Drive.
Ms. Isherwood from Design Professionals, Inc. came before the Authority representing the "The Hillstead" application. The plans were provided to and reviewed by the Town Engineer and by Fred Shaw and were determined to be technically acceptable.
Chairman Carino stated his intension not to vote on this application. He explained that the Planning and Zoning regulations has changed over the years, and their current concept permits housing for the elderly as an ideal buffer between a manufacturing facility and residential area. Chairman explained that he believes that the concept is wrong; therefore, he will abstain from voting.
Ms. Isherwood explained that this is an issue that needs to be handled by the P&Z Commission and it was presented as a transitional use. This application received approval from the P&Z Commission and from Inland/Wetlands Commission.
Motion to provide final approval of proposed plans submitted by The South Windsor Housing Authority & The Metro Realty Group as presented for a sewer connection on a private sewer located on the Gerber Property, which would discharge into the South Windsor system on Diane Drive; and as more specifically shown on plans entitled "The Hillstead, Site Plan/Special Exception/Resubdivision, 25 Gerber Road, South Windsor, Connecticut"; Prepared by Design Professionals, South Windsor, CT; Sheet No.: 5 of 11, "Utility Plan" Job No.: 2525, Drawing No.:2525\2525_utilities.dwg, dated: October 5, 2007, with Revision Dates: 10-22-07, 11-21-07, and 12-5-07; also, Sheet No.: 5A of 11, "Utility Plan" Job No.: 2525, Drawing No.:2525\2525 utilities.dwg. dated: October 5, 2007, with Revision Date: 12/5/07. This approval
is subject to the following conditions: (1) a final document of a private easement between the property owners must be reviewed and approved by the Town Attorney; (2) final technical approval of the Town of South Windsor Engineering Department.
Motion was made by Mr. Ferrero
Seconded by Mr. Deming
The vote was as follow: 5-0 with one abstention (voted in favor: Mr. Aries, Mr. Deming, Mr. Havens, Jr., Mr. Ferrero, and Mr. Patitucci; Chairman Carino abstained.)
The motion carried unanimously
At this point, the Authority moved to discuss Item B - Acceptance of Minutes of Previous Meeting.
Motion to go to Item B - Acceptance of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Motion was made by Mr. Aries
Seconded by Mr. Ferrero
The motion carried unanimously
B. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
1. December 4, 2007 - Regular Meeting
The minutes were modified as follow: On page 2, Item 1, 3rd paragraph, 1st sentence "Mr. Deming asked the applicant is there is anything in…" change the word "is" to "if". The sentence should read as follows: Mr. Deming asked the applicant if there is anything in the wash water that could get into the sewer system that might cause any problems in the future."
On page 2, Item 1, 2nd paragraph, 2 sentence "He reported that the wash water will be collected in trucks and…" change the word "trucks" to "tanks". The sentence should
read as follows: "He reported that the wash water will be collected in tanks and pumped back up into the sewer passing through a grit interceptor and then onto the main line."
Motion to approve the minutes of December 4, 2007 Regular Meeting, as amended.
The motion was made by Mr. Havens, Jr.
Seconded by Mr. Aries
The motion carried unanimously
A. NEW BUSINESS
1. Adoption of Resolution regarding Treatment Plant and Pump Station Upgrades
Chairman Carino introduced and read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING $39,300,000 FOR THE PLANNING, ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF UPGRADES TO THE WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITY TREATMENT PLANT IN THE TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $39,300,000 CLEAN WATER FUND OBLIGATIONS OF THE TOWN UNDER THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT CLEAN WATER FUND PROGRAM SECURED SOLELY BY REVENUES OF THE SEWERAGE SYSTEM AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN TO ENTER INTO GRANT AND LOAN AGREEMENTS.
A copy of said resolution is attached hereto: Exhibit A
Mr. Havens, Jr. moved that said resolution be adopted as introduced and read and the motion was seconded by Mr. Deming. Upon roll call vote the ayes and nays were as follows:
AYES NAYS
Joseph Carino
Richard Aries
Frank Ferrero
Ed Havens, Jr.
Michael Patitucci
Thomas Deming
The Chairman thereupon declared the motion carried and the resolution adopted.
Mr. Aries added for the record that in regards to the meeting held on Monday, January 7, 2008 by the Town Council, he reported that some of the Main Street residents in attendance had a variety of concerns. He wants the Town to be responsive to these concerns and that another meeting should be held with these residents.
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Mr. Chairman Carino introduced and read the following resolution:
RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING $2,675,000 FOR THE PLANNING, ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF UPGRADES TO DRY PIT PUMP STATIONS IN THE TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $2,675,000 CLEAN WATER FUND OBLIGATIONS OF THE TOWN UNDER THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT CLEAN WATER FUND PROGRAM SECURED SOLELY BY REVENUES OF THE SEWERAGE SYSTEM AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN TO ENTER INTO GRANT AND LOAN AGREEMENTS.
A copy of said resolution is attached hereto: Exhibit B
Mr. Ferrero moved that said resolution be adopted as introduced and read and the motion was seconded by Mr. Deming.
A discussion ensued regarding the financial aspects for this project. Mr. Aries mentioned that at the Town Council meeting held on Monday, January 7, 2008 there were some Councillors questioning whether it would be more equitable to have all taxpayers finance this project. Mr. Shaw explained that if the Town receives Clean Water Fund grants and loans they will be required to cover the cost completely by means of the sewer revenues. However, if the Town proceeds without the grants and loans, the Town can use ad valorem taxes to repay the debt service.
The question was raised as to what are the chances of the Town starting this project without the grants. Mr. Shaw responded that the Town will have to move forward before they get approval from the State concerning the grants. The Town has received approval for a deviation which allows the Town to move forward without losing eligibility in the future for future grants and loans. With no further discussion, Chairman requested a roll call vote.
Upon roll call vote the ayes and nays were as follows:
AYES NAYS
Joseph Carino
Richard Aries
Frank Ferrero
Ed Havens, Jr.
Michael Patitucci
Thomas Deming
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2. Election of Officers
Mr. Robert Dickinson and Ms. Carol Fletterick were absent this evening; therefore, the Authority decided to wait until the next WPCA meeting to give them the opportunity to participate in the election.
Motion to wait until the February 2008 meeting to give an opportunity to the two absent members to participate in the election.
Motion was made by Mr. Aries
Seconded by Mr. Ferrero
The motion carried unanimously
B. COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS
None
E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (Items not on the agenda)
None
F. BILLS, CHANGE ORDERS, DISBURSEMENTS
None
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. 1333 and 1343 Sullivan Avenue sewer connection
Mr. Shaw explained to the Authority that he has been looking for Sewer Commission minutes where approval might have been granted to the property owner for the use of a single lateral serving two buildings; however he has not found any information yet. He explained that back in 1987, this property was a single lot with two buildings, one of which was residential unit and owned by a single owner. Now, the use from residential unit was changed to a commercial use, and each building has a different owner.
The Authority raised the concern as to why the Town approved one single property with two buildings, owned by different owners. Mr. Shaw was asked to gather this information.
Motion to defer to the February 2008 meeting allowing Mr. Shaw to find more information.
Motion was made by Mr. Aries
Seconded by Mr. Deming
The motion carried unanimously
H. MOTION TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PENDING CLAIMS
None
I. ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:53 p.m.
Was made by Mr. Havens, Jr.
Seconded by Mr. Deming
The motion carried unanimously
Respectfully Submitted,
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Ether A. Diaz
Recording Secretary
Originally Posted: January 15, 2008
Date Approved: February 5, 2008
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