Town of Willington
BOARD OF SELECTMEN • 40 OLD FARMS ROAD • WILLINGTON, CONNECTICUT 06279 • (860) 487-3100 • FAX (860) 487-3103
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
REGULAR MEETING APR. 18, 2005
TOWN OFFICE BUILDING 6:30 P. M.
First Selectman Eldredge called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. with the following in attendance: Selectmen Blessington & Patton, L. Nicholls, L. & R. Hisey, P. Latincsics, S. & J. Lewis, L. Worthington and the reporter from the Chronicle. First Selectman Eldredge led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
SELECTMAN BLESSINGTON MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 4/4/05.
First Selectman Eldredge seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
SELECTMAN BLESSINGTON MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF 4/11/05.
First Selectman Eldredge seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
PRESENT TO SPEAK – No one.
CORRESPONDENCE
A list of correspondence was available at the meeting and in the Selectman’s office.
PUBLIC WORKS
Lynn Nicholls gave the Board a list of projects to review that she has gone over with Karl Acimovic. Henry Becker must start on Ketches Road Bridge now or it will have to wait until he finishes up a couple of other jobs. They want to get this done now. He is willing to do the work now and bill in July. Selectman Patton commented that we can’t do it that way; there is $10,000 in C.I.P. that could be accelerated and used for that. First Selectman Eldredge commented that money may be used for the engineer cost for DOT; I asked if LOCIP could be used for repair of the bridge and was told no but I will ask again, there is a contingency in the new budget. First Selectman Eldredge asked if Karl will still be able to use the original fix and was told yes. Discussion followed on the rest
of the list, which consisted of 38 items. First Selectman Eldredge asked Lynn to call some people on the list to explain when and what will be done around their property. Lynn reported that there is a problem with closing the Transfer Station at 4:00 PM and the guys getting out at 4:00 PM. It was agreed that the hours for the employees at the Transfer Station would be from 8:15 AM to 4:15 PM; that way they can close the gate at 4:00 PM and have time to clean up and leave by 4:15 PM.
TRANSFER STATION STICKERS
Selectman Blessington commented that it is probably time that we get new stickers but he does not agree with charging for them. Selectman Patton agreed with getting new stickers but not charging for them. First Selectman Eldredge agreed with updating the stickers without charge. Lynn Nicholls commented that we need
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new colors. First Selectman Eldredge commented that we should get SWAC to help at the Transfer Station when we reissue the stickers. The Board agreed to reissue new stickers without charge.
DOT PROPERTY
First Selectman Eldredge commented that the Conservation Commission recommends that we pass on the DOT property on Route 32. We knew there was environmental contamination there. Selectmen Blessington and Patton agreed. Selectman Patton commented that we should have a motion to answer the State.
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE FIRST SELECTMAN TO SEND A LETTER TO THE STATE THAT THE TOWN WILL NOT BE TAKING POSSESSION OF THEIR LAND ON ROUTE 32.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
TALMADGE PROPERTY
First Selectman Eldredge commented that the purchase agreement was sent to Mr. Talmadge’s attorney. We were hoping to hear from him today but did not. There is a $1,000 down payment and the closing is within 14days of approval of DEP Grant but not later than 12 months from the date of this agreement. First Selectman Eldredge commented that we need a resolution that I could enter into this agreement upon approval of Town Meeting.
SELECTMAN PATTON MOVED THAT THE FIRST SELECTMAN BE AUTHORIZED, CONTINGENT UPON TOWN MEETING APPROVAL, TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH DANIEL W. TALMADGE FOR THE PURCHASE OF 28+/- ACRES ON MASON ROAD, WILLINGTON FOR THE PURCHASE PRICE OF $125,000.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE,
N.C.D.A. RESOLUTION
First Selectman Eldredge commented that the Community Development Block Grant Program funds a variety of activities and programs. This year proposed Federal budget cuts threaten the future of CDBG and we have been asked to pass a resolution to preserve this program.
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION:
RESOLUTION OPPOSING ELIMINATION OF THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
(CDBG)
Whereas, President Bush has proposed the elimination of the Community Development Block Grant Program in his fiscal year 2006 budget, which funds a myriad of social service, economic development, and housing programs in this community, and
Whereas, in this community and in communities throughout the nation, thirty years of Community Development Block Grant funding has developed a strong network of relationships between this local
government, residents and the many non-profit agencies that provide services and help make possible our commitment to our neighborhoods, and
Whereas, this community recognizes that the Community Development Block Grant Program is a partnership of Federal, State, and local governments, business, non-profit and community efforts, and the services funded
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by the CDBG Program, administered by the local government and often in partnership with local non-profit organizations, relies heavily on the dedication of and good will of our combined efforts,
Whereas, this community recognizes all the participants whose hard work and devotion to the neighborhood and their low - and moderate - income residents help insure the quality and effectiveness of the Community Development Block Grant Program, and
Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Willington opposes the proposed elimination of the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Be it Further Resolved, that the Town of Willington does hereby petition the U.S. Congress and Administration to recognize the outstanding work being done locally and nationally by the Community Development Block Grant Program, and of its vital importance to the community and to the people who live in its lower income neighborhoods, to strongly oppose any proposal to eliminate the Community Development Block Grant Program, and
Be It Further Resolved, that copies of this Resolution be conveyed to the appropriate elected and appointed officials of the Federal government and that this community’s name be added to the roll of those committed to the preservation and full funding of the Community Development Block Grant Program and maintenance of its essential features over the course of this, and the next session of Congress.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
TAX REFUNDS
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO APPROVE A TAX REFUND OF $21.60 TO PAULINE EITELMAN.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO APPROVE A TAX REFUND OF $65.64 TO HEATHER HAYCOCK.
Selectman Patton seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO APPROVE A TAX REFUND OF $1,000 TO FIRST AMERICAN REAL ESTATE TAX SERVICE.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
SET DATE FOR TOWN MEETING
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO HOLD A TOWN MEETING ON 4/27/05 AT 7:00 PM AT THE TOWN HALL FOR THE FOLLOWING:
ITEM I
To see if the townspeople, on the recommendation of the Board of Finance, will authorize the expenditure of $125,000 from Capital Projects Reserve for the purchase of 28+/- acres on Mason Road and fees associated with the purchase.
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ITEM II
To see if the townspeople, on the recommendation of the Board of Finance, will authorize the appropriation of $65,000 from the General Fund Surplus to the FY 04-05 Public Works Budget.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
Selectman Patton commented that these things need to go forward because of the time factor. Maybe we should look at bonding for the Talmadge property with the library and keep the money in our reserve. We have to go to the Board of Finance for the library grant. We could add the Talmadge property to the bonding, it is for future generations. First Selectman Eldredge commented that we have approval for $3M. Selectman Patton commented that we could ask to add the $125,000. First Selectman Eldredge commented that the $500,000 is for construction only. First Selectman Eldredge commented that we are approved right now for $3M but that is for the library. Selectman Patton commented if we went this route, bonding for the $125,000 we would have authorization for $3,125,000 for
bonding. Further discussion on bonding and the grant ensued. Selectman Patton commented that it is prudent and would save some of our capital. First Selectman Eldredge commented that he would think about it. R. Hisey commented that the town approved bonding for up to $3M for the library. You can’t spend more than the $3M without asking to spend more. P. Latincsics asked is it intended to reduce the cost of the library with the grant? First Selectman Eldredge commented no the $500,000 grant is for construction, if it comes in at $3,250,000; $500,000 from the grant, we would be bonding $2,750,00 to complete the project. The ½ million grant would be spent and then whatever we need up to $3M would be spent on the bonding. Selectman Patton commented that he concurs; there must be some give and take. You must give credit to Roby Passardi and Kathy Lisiewski who found and wrote the grant, they did it
because they knew there was a shortage, I think everyone agrees it is not going to cost $3.5 but probably will settle in the middle.
GOOD & WELFARE
R. Hisey commented that there was an article in the local paper about union negotiations where Mr. Patton said he was in charge of the negotiations and states how he thinks it will come out. Is this going to bring trouble to the Town? Usually this is private. First Selectman Eldredge commented that he did not read the article and is not part of the negotiations but I have read different articles when companies like Pratt & Whitney are in negotiations. Selectman Patton commented that we came to a settlement.
EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PENDING LITIGATION
FIRST SELECTMAN ELDREDGE MOVED TO GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION, AT 7:26 P.M., TO DISCUSS PENDING LITIGATION AND INVITE NICHOLE LINTEREUR.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
SELECTMAN PATTON MOVED TO COME OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION AND ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 7:45 P.M.
Selectman Blessington seconded the motion.
VOTE: 3 YES (ELDREDGE, BLESSINGTON & PATTON) 0 NO
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Bowen
Mary Bowen
Secretary
Board of Selectmen
860-487-3100
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