,
or by calling 1-800-477-6849. A picnic contest will
be sponsored on opening night. He thanked the Town
Council for their support.
Ms. Michele Mattei, 108 Gary Lynn Lane, announced
that the 20th North West Park Country
Fair would be held on September 28, 2002. There will
be a planning meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at
7:30 p.m. at the Nature Center. The public is
welcome to attend.
Mr. Mark Welch, 114 Lincoln Way, Football Coach
at WHS, addressed the Town Council. He expressed his
support of the lighting at O’Brien Field.
Mr. David Howlett, 154 Eastview Drive, spoke to
the Town Council. He feels that Windsor has a lot to
offer. He spoke on behalf of repairs at O’Brien
Field. He noted that artificial surface has had
positive feedback in Norwalk and they are installing
the artificial turf at another high school. There
are not enough quality fields around Windsor High
School (WHS). He feels that we need to do the Sage
Park fields as well. The night games for WHS
football held last fall increased attendance
three-fold.
Mr. Franklin Hunt, 6 Somerset Drive, agreed with
Mr. David Howlett regarding the improvements to the
sports fields.
Ms. Brenda Person, 125 Carriage Way, urged the
Town Council to approve the lighting for O’Brien
field for the upcoming school year. She also
requested that the Town Council meet the financial
needs to install the artificial surface.
Ms. Susan Robinson, 19 Laurel Avenue, spoke about
the lighting and turf at WHS. She is surprised that
this issue is not coming through the Board of
Education. She discussed the need for an all-day
kindergarten program and a music and arts program
and stated that our public facilities are the
cornerstones of our community. She also supports the
library expansion.
Report of Appointed Boards and Commissions
- Public Building Commission (Library Renovation
Project)
Mr. Joe Novak, Public Building Commission
Chairperson, reported to the Town Council. An
architect for the L.P. Wilson Center Roof replacement
has been selected. The State reimbursement application
must be submitted by June 30, 2002. Site work is out
to bid for 330 Windsor Avenue. A design firm has been
selected for the Clover Street renovation project and
planned replacement is scheduled for June 2003. The
Poquonock School modernization project is planned for
summer 2003, the Poquonock floor tile abatement
project will be completed in August 2002, and the
Poquonock window replacement is scheduled to be
complete in September or October 2002.
The WHS project is 75% complete. Work on the boiler
room and infrastructure will be performed through the
end of the year with no student disruption. The
project will be completed in December 2002.
Mr. Novak introduced Ken Best, consulting architect
and Ms. Laura Kahkonen, Library Director, who gave a
presentation on the library renovation project. Mr.
Best summarized the phases and went over the floor
plans and discussed the financials.
Councilor Broxterman asked if we have eliminated
flat roofs and if we have researched the difference
between a pitched roof and a flat roof. Mr. Best
responded there is a significant portion of flat roof
on the project. He further explained that because this
is a large building the cost would be significant for
a pitched roof and it would also change the appearance
dramatically.
Councilor Broxterman also asked if the expansion
plan includes more computer and meeting space. Ms.
Kahkonen indicated space dedicated for computers would
be doubled. Mr. Best responded that the meeting room
will be a little smaller in transition, but the final
addition will increase the square footage.
Councilor Simon asked if this were a one-phase
project, how long would the project take. He also
asked how the library usage would be affected during
expansion and about the $500,000 in grants. Mr. Best
said that it would take 2¼ to 2½ years to complete
the project verses the three-phase four-year plan. Mr.
Novak stated there would be some disruption to certain
areas during expansion. Ms. Kahkonen stated that 1/3
of the total project cost, up to $500,000, is
available from the State of Connecticut. Priority is
given to towns that plan a 20-year renovation
schedule.
Councilor Broxterman asked if the PBC, based on the
experience with the high school project, is
comfortable with what may be found behind the walls.
Mr. Novak stated that it is a smaller project than WHS
and there is a 10% contingency factored in the budget
estimates.
Councilor Jepsen inquired about the usage of the
library during excavation. Mr. Best said that the
children’s room would move to the AV area, and the
excavation area would be closed off.
Councilor Mulligan asked if the financial figures
included the grant monies. Mr. Novak stated that the
grant monies have not been figured into the
financials.
Deputy Mayor Curtis asked about grant monies and
the timeline for the applications. Ms. Kahkonen
replied that applications are due by August 30, 2002
and notification is in January.
Mayor Trinks asked about the timeline and costs.
Town Manager Churchill reviewed the estimates for
design and construction funds.
Mayor Trinks referred this project to the Town
Improvements Committee for review of the suggested
phasing of the project.
- Town Manager’s Report
Summer Fun on the Town Green
Windsor’s Concert Under the Stars series kicks
off this Thursday evening with a performance by Crossfire
beginning at 7:00 PM on the town green. The free
summer concert series will continue each Thursday
evening through August 15th. For more
information, call 285-1990.
Tails will be wagg’in on Tuesday, June 25th
at Windsor’s annual "Just for Fun Dog
Show". This free event is a major meeting of
our town’s dogs to remind everyone that June is
dog licensing month, (and all participants must be
licensed). Registration begins at 5:30 PM, and
judging will begin at 5:45 PM. The "Pooch
Parade", led by this year’s poster puppy,
"Oreo" will begin at 6:00 PM and the award
ceremony is planned to begin at 6:30 PM. For more
information, call 285-1902.
New Playscapes
As a result of the efforts of our legislative
delegation at the General Assembly, Windsor received
a $40,000 grant from the state for the replacement
of the playscapes at Washington and Sharshon Parks.
The old playscapes have been removed by Public
Works, and the new playscapes are under
construction. We anticipate that all the work
associated with this project will be completed prior
to the beginning of the summer recreation programs.
Recreation Services
Paul Norris, Recreation Manager has been elected
to the Board of Connecticut Recreation & Parks
Association (CRPA) as the president-elect. Paul is
also serving a two-year term as the chairperson of
the Business Institute for Leisure Professionals.
This school is co-sponsored by the National Parks
& Recreation Association (NRPA) and North
Carolina State University (NCSU).
- Communication from Council Members
Councilor Albano – None.
Councilor Broxterman – extended thanks and good
wishes to Acting Superintendent Tom Martin. He also
gave congratulations and well wishes to the class of
2002. He reminded everyone that tomorrow night is
Project Graduation and encouraged residents to
volunteer.
Councilor Jepsen – wished Mr. Martin well. He
attended the Montessori school’s graduation
ceremonies last week. He encouraged all to drive
safely now that school is out.
Councilor Mulligan – extended his thanks to Tom
Martin for his years of service to the Town of
Windsor. He discussed the cell phone program and
reminded residents to donate phones at the Senior
Center or the Police Station. If you need a phone,
call 285-1992. He also spoke about Columbia Road and
Route 218 intersection and he echoed Councilor
Walker’s previous request that the need for a
traffic signal be further investigated. He
encouraged residents to drive safely.
Councilor Pacino – congratulated Windsor High
School students who will be graduating tomorrow
night and wishes them the best of luck. He requested
that the possible consolidation of Town and Board of
Education functions/positions be considered in the
future.
Councilor Simon – attended the retirement
dinner for Acting Superintendent Tom Martin. He
wished him well in his retirement.
Councilor Walker – thanked the Town Manager for
the traffic study at the Columbia Road intersection.
He noted that rear-end accidents have occurred at
that intersection. He asked if there were any other
avenues that the town could pursue.
Deputy Mayor Curtis – thanked Acting
Superintendent Tom Martin. SummerWind marketing has
been very strong. He attended the Farmington Avenue
Business District event and they were raffling off
tickets to the concert series. He wishes Celebrate
Windsor well in this particular venture.
Mayor Trinks – discussed volunteering for
Project Graduation between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. He
noted that Friday June 21, 2002 is the volleyball
game between the Town Council and Board of
Education. Mayor Trinks commended Acting
Superintendent Tom Martin for his many years of hard
work and dedication he has provided for the Board of
Education. He thanked the Chamber of Commerce for
their year-end dinner and commented on their
dedicated volunteers. Mayor Trinks asked if the
mosquito pellets or granules were available. Town
Manager Churchill said they are available through
the Health Department.
- Reports of Standing Committees
- Finance Committee – met on June 11, 2002. The
auditing firm reviewed the audit. They also
discussed the Landfill Re-Use Steering Committee’s
report and the purchase orders.
- Town Improvements Committee – met and
discussed the Rappaport Building Project and O’Brien
Field lighting.
C. Health and Safety – None.
D. Special Projects – None.
- Ordinances
- An ordinance appropriating $130,000 for
acquisition of a light duty rescue truck and
associated equipment and authorizing the issue of
$130,000 bond and notes to finance the
appropriation.
Moved by Councilor Broxterman, seconded by
Councilor Jepsen that the accompanying ordinance
entitled "AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $130,000
FOR ACQUISITION OF A LIGHT DUTY RESCUE TRUCK AND
ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF
$130,000 BOND AND NOTES TO FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION
be adopted.
Motion Passed 8-0-0 (Councilor Simon was not
present at the time of vote)
- An ordinance appropriating $390,000 for Phase II
of the reconstruction of and improvements to the
Goslee Pool facility and authorizing the issue of
$390,000 bonds and notes to finance the
appropriation.
Moved by Councilor Broxterman, seconded by
Councilor Jepsen that the accompanying ordinance
entitled "AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $390,000
FOR PHASE II OF THE RECONSTRUCTION OF AND
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE GOSLEE POOL FACILITY AND
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF $390,000 BONDS AND NOTES TO
FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION" be adopted.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- An ordinance appropriating $215,000 for
improvements to the Public Works facility and
authorizing the issue of $215,000 bond and notes
to finance the appropriation.
Moved by Councilor Walker, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen that the accompanying ordinance entitled
"AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $215,000 FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY AND
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF $215,000 BOND AND NOTES TO
FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION" be adopted.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Unfinished Business
- Create a joint Board of Education/Town Council
Committee and appoint committee members
Councilor Pacino asked why this particular
committee required a motion for creation or
appointment. Town Manager Churchill replied that the
Mayor and the Town Council have the ability to
create committees.
Moved by Councilor Simon, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen to create a joint Board of Education/Town
Council Committee and appoint three members of each
body as committee members.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
Mayor Trinks appointed Councilor Broxterman,
Councilor Simon, Councilor Jepsen, Board member
Cathy Moreton, Board member Steve Ellingwood, and
Board member Linda Bagnal to the Joint Board of
Education/Town Council Committee.
- Appropriation of $35,000 from Capital Outlay
fund to the Rappaport Building project
The Town Improvements Committee reviewed and
approved the proposed agreement at their meeting of
June 3, 2002. They have recommended that the Town
Council appropriate $35,000 towards this project and
authorize the Town Manager to sign the agreement.
The agreement provides that the town will loan
$35,000 to the Museum to help with operating costs
and that the Museum will permit the town to take the
lead in soliciting developers for the redevelopment
of the building. The loan is to be repaid without
interest upon sale of the building or by July of
2005, whichever occurs first.
Councilor Broxterman said this buys us some time
and it is a worthwhile risk to have all the building
redeveloped to its highest potential.
Councilor Mulligan asked if this marketing
agreement is in concert with the real estate
agreement the building owners have with the real
estate firm William Ravis. Mr. Jim Burke, Economic
Development Director, said that the real estate
agreement is for leasing, not for sale of the
building.
Councilor Jepsen asked if the town attorney has
reviewed the agreement. Town Manager Churchill
stated that it has received attorney review.
Moved by Deputy Mayor Curtis, seconded by
Councilor Jepsen that $35,000 be appropriated from
the Capital Outlay Undesignated Fund Balance to
account 03-382, Rappaport Building.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Authorize the Town Manager to negotiate an
agreement for Rappaport Building project
Moved by Deputy Mayor Curtis, seconded by
Councilor Jepsen that the Town Manager is authorized
to sign the Marketing Agreement with the Vintage
Radio and Communications Museum of Connecticut.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Landfill Re-use Steering Committee Report
Councilor Pacino asked if the money for the
transfer station would be coming from the Enterprise
Fund. Town Manager Churchill stated the transfer
station funds would not come from the Enterprise Fund.
Mayor Trinks thanked the committee members for
their work on the report.
Moved by Councilor Simon, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen that the Windsor Town Council ratifies and
endorses the conceptual land use plan recommended by
the Landfill Steering Re-use Committee as part of its
May 2002 report.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- New Business
- Financial support for SummerWind Performing Arts
Center
Councilor Simon wants this project to succeed but
asked why we are dealing with this just five days
before SummerWind opens. Town Manager Churchill said
that it has taken over a month to pull the motion
together. He has kept the Town Council apprised
through communication.
Councilor Broxterman asked if the venue would be
named the Savings Bank of Manchester at SummerWind.
Town Manager Churchill said that it has not.
Councilor Broxterman asked when was it known by the
town that the tent cost would be $600,000 over the
projected cost. Town Manager Churchill said that we
were aware of the cost in January 2002. There was also
an engineer who was not familiar with Connecticut’s
requirements. SummerWind expected to come up with the
additional costs through sponsorships and corporate
underwriting.
Moved by Councilor Broxterman, seconded by Deputy
Mayor Curtis to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Celebrate Windsor, Incorporated, is a
non-profit corporation organized under the laws of the
State of Connecticut and engaged in promoting the Town
of Windsor through providing quality public
entertainment;
WHEREAS, the Windsor Town Council believes it is in
the public interest to support Celebrate Windsor,
Incorporated, in these activities;
WHEREAS, Connecticut General Statutes - 148
(c) (4) (c) authorizes a municipality to provide for
entertainment, amusements, concerts, celebrations and
cultural activities;
WHEREAS, Connecticut General Statutes - 148
(c) (2) (e) authorizes a municipality to make
appropriations to assist private organizations
performing a public function;
WHEREAS, Savings Bank of Manchester has agreed to
provide Celebrate Windsor, Incorporated, with a loan
of $600,000.00 provided the Town of Windsor expresses
an intent to protect it from any loss in excess of
$250,000.00 to a maximum of $250,000.00;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF WINDSOR THAT:
1. Subject to future appropriation, the Town of
Windsor will protect the Savings Bank of Manchester
from any loss on said loan which exceeds $250,000.00
to a maximum guarantee by the Town of Windsor of
$250,000.00.
2. Before the Town of Windsor shall be asked to pay
any portion of the above described loan, the Savings
Bank of Manchester shall first apply all security and
exhaust all other customary procedures for payment.
3. Anything to the contrary notwithstanding, the
maximum amount the Town of Windsor shall be asked to
pay in the event of a default is $250,000.00.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
B. CDBG Small Cities Program – Corey
Street Reconstruction
The reconstruction of Corey Street is listed as
project for FY 03 in the adopted Capital Improvements
Plan. Concerns over the condition of the
road/sidewalks were also raised at a public hearing
held by the Wilson Deerfield Advisory Committee. The
use of the Community Development Block Grant funds for
this project would simply allow the town to stretch
its finite resources to address other imminent
concerns. The anticipated project cost is $440,000.
The Small Cities regulations require a 10% local match
for the project.
Councilor Pacino asked that if the grant were not
approved, how would this project be funded. Town
Manager Churchill said that the project is on the CIP
list for FY 2003 and would likely have to postponed
until a future year when town funds would be
available.
Moved by Councilor Simon, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen to approve the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Federal monies are available under the
Connecticut Small Cities Community Development Block
Grant Program, administered by the State of
Connecticut, Department of Economic & Community
Development pursuant to Public Law 93-3 83, as
amended; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 127c, and Part VI of
Chapter 130 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the
Commissioner of Economic and Community Development is
authorized to disburse such Federal monies to local
municipalities; and,
WHEREAS, it is desirable and in the public interest
that the Town of Windsor make application to the State
for funding in the amount of $445,000 in order to
undertake a Small Cities Community Development Program
(Reconstruction of Corey Street) and to execute an
Assistance Agreement therefore, should one be offered.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE WINDSOR TOWN
COUNCIL:
- That it is cognizant of the conditions and
prerequisites for state assistance imposed by Part
VI of Chapter 130 of the Connecticut General
Statutes; and,
- That the filing of an application by the Town of
Windsor in the amount not to exceed $445,000 is
hereby approved, and that the Town Manager is
hereby authorized and directed to file such
application with the Commissioner of the
Department of Economic and Community Development,
to provide such additional information, to execute
such other documents as may be required by the
Commissioner, to execute an Assistance Agreement
with the State of Connecticut for State financial
assistance if such an Agreement is offered, to
execute any amendments, rescissions, and revisions
thereto, and to act as the authorized
representative of the Town of Windsor.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
C. Transfer of FY 2002 Windsor Center
Improvement funds
First Town Downtown has been working
collaboratively to develop a concept plan to improve
pedestrian circulation and safety in Windsor Center.
In FY 2002, the Town Council appropriated $25,000 to
assist in designing future phases of the suggested
projects.
Mayor Trinks asked if this money has already been
set aside. Mr. Peter Souza, Assistant Town Manager,
said that money from the FY 2002 Capital Projects
account would be transferred into the FY 2003
Capital Outlay Fund Account for Windsor Center
Improvements.
Councilor Pacino asked if the Town Council would
approve final design. Mr. Souza replied that the
Town Council would approve the plan prior to
expenditures of funds. Town staff is planning to
bring the implementation plan to the Town Council
within the next 60 days.
Councilor Mulligan asked if this account would
have $75,000 in July 2002. Mr. Souza confirmed that
the account would have a $75,000 balance in July
2002.
Moved by Councilor Walker, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen that $25,000 be transferred from the General
Fund, General Services, Capital Projects,
01-273-318, to Capital Outlay Fund Account 02-602,
Windsor Center Improvements.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program
Councilor Simon stated the funds are not
appropriated from the Town of Windsor. Town Manager
Churchill added that these amounts are for tax
credits by the Connecticut Department of Revenue
Services.
Moved by Councilor Walker, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen to approve the designation of the following
organizations/activities for participation in the
State of Connecticut’s Neighborhood Assistance Act
(NAA) Tax Credit Program: 1) Celebrate Windsor, Inc.
for the SummerWind Performing Arts Center - $65,000;
2) Foodshare, Inc. for their ongoing efforts to
distribute food to those in need - $75,000; 3)
Community Enterprises, Inc. for a van purchase to
improve transportation for clients and an enhanced
transportation program - $65,000; 4) Vintage Radio
and Communication Museum of Connecticut for the
restoration of the premises known as 33 Mechanic
Street - $150,000; 5) Windsor Community Television,
Inc. (WIN TV) for an initiative entitled
"Celebrating Windsor’s Diversity through
Television" - $15,000.
Motion passed 9-0-0
- Authorize Town Manager to execute agreement for
Development of Wilson Recreational Area
Moved by Councilor Broxterman, seconded by
Councilor Jepsen that the Town Manager of the Town
of Windsor be authorized to negotiate and execute on
behalf of the Town of Windsor an Open Space Grant
Agreement with the State of Connecticut for
financial assistance to develop the Wilson
Recreation Area, including the development of a
picnic area with amenities, placement of an open
sided Gazebo, development/extension of a walking
path to connect to the Connecticut Riverwalk,
development of a fishing area which is accessible to
all, grading, drainage improvements and landscaping.
Motion passed 9-0-0
- Introduce Bond Ordinance for O’Brien Field
Lighting
The Town Improvements Committee on June 10, 2002
discussed potential improvements to O’Brien
Stadium. The committee requested staff to develop a
potential financing plan to fund a project to
include the design, purchase, and installation of a
lighting system.
Councilor Broxterman asked how the project cost
estimate had been developed. Town Manager Churchill
stated the estimate was developed by the town
Engineering Department in consultation with lighting
vendors. Mr. Charles Vola, WHS Athletic Director,
said that he received a bid a year ago from a
contractor.
Councilor Broxterman spoke about the recreational
needs of Windsor and the absence of improvements to
fields in town. These facilities represent Windsor.
He expressed that this project is important. He
doesn’t support bonding for this project because
he believes this project can be completed with
$180,000, which can be taken out of cash reserves.
After this step is taken, then we can talk about
what we can do to address the conditions of the
fields. We are dealing with the summation of fifteen
years of no improvements to fields.
Councilor Mulligan asked about options three and
four and about the other differences. Town Manager
Churchill responded that the lighting control
systems are different, essentially the options range
from having a basic switch that controls the entire
system to a more complex switching system with
timers and a better ability to "customize"
the lighting for various types of events.
Councilor Mulligan asked if the town has
approached the residents near the field for their
input. Town Manager Churchill said that it has been
done informally.
Councilor Broxterman reported that the eight-foot
screened fence would eliminate any direct light into
anyone’s backyard or house.
Councilor Jepsen asked if the Board of Education
has addressed this issue. Town Manager Churchill
stated that to his knowledge it has not been
discussed formally by the board.
Mayor Trinks said that our focus is the town as a
whole and his concern is that the project has not
been on the CIP and that we must set some
self-discipline in projects like these that are not
on the CIP. Mayor Trinks asked when the CIP would be
reviewed again. Town Manager Churchill said that the
CIP is reviewed annually and presented to Town
Council each November. Mayor Trinks is concerned
that if this project is approved that something on
the CIP would not be completed.
Councilor Broxterman stated that the skateboard
park project was approved for $38,000 without it
going to the CIP list. The town owns the fieldhouse
now, not the school system.
Councilor Walker noted that there are parents in
town who are concerned about maintenance and
improvements to athletic fields. It is in his
opinion that there appears to be a lack of voice or
department in the Town of Windsor to speak on behalf
of the athletic fields or sports in town. There is a
risk of injury and liability to the town if
improvements are not made. Maintenance of the fields
is also important.
Councilor Albano asked if we voted to pay $50,000
to crown the field. Town Manager Churchill confirmed
that the Council had transferred FY 2002 funds to a
capital account for such improvements. Councilor
Albano said that perhaps the motion should be to
place the project in next year’s CIP.
Deputy Mayor Curtis is in favor of the motion.
This motion is just for the lighting. The lighting
has been the subject of many Town Improvement
Committee meetings. This seems to be an opportunity
that when there is support from the community for a
project, it can be taken out of committee and to the
Town Council for full discussion.
Mayor Trinks asked how tall the softball lights
were. The response was that the softball lights are
60-feet tall.
Councilor Jepsen did attend the Town Improvements
Committee meeting and it was very informative. He
has a concern about trying to accomplish this
project by September. He is in favor of waiting a
year and putting the project in the CIP.
Councilor Mulligan is in favor of lighting the
field, however, he is concerned that there has not
been enough investigation on the project. He is also
concerned that we are circumventing the bidding
process. He cannot support the bonding issue.
Mayor Trinks stated he is not opposed to the
project, but to the process. He wants the field to
be multi-use, not just for football. He feels it
needs to be thought out clearly to accommodate
multi-use.
Councilor Broxterman asked if the engineer could
determine the lighting needs by the next Town
Council meeting. Town Manager Churchill stated that
they would investigate the needs. He thoroughly
trusts the information that the Engineering
Department presented.
Deputy Mayor Curtis said that it is in his
opinion that this project would never be a top
priority for the Board of Education because of the
educational needs of the district.
Resolved by Deputy Mayor Curtis, seconded by
Councilor Simon that the reading into the minutes of
the text of the ordinance entitled "AN
ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $350,000 FOR THE O’BRIEN
STADIUM LIGHTING INSTALLATION PROJECT, AND
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF $350,000 BONDS AND NOTES TO
FINANCE THE APPROPRIATION" is hereby waived,
the full text of the ordinance having been
distributed to each member of the Town Council and
copies being made available to those persons
attending this meeting and that the full text of the
ordinance be recorded with the minutes of this
meeting.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
Moved by Deputy Mayor Curtis, seconded by
Councilor Broxterman that the accompanying ordinance
appropriating $350,000 for the O’Brien Stadium
Lighting Installation Project, and authorizing the
issue of $350,000 bonds and notes to finance the
appropriation be adopted.
Motion Fails 2-7-0 (Opposed: Mayor Trinks,
Councilors Albano, Jepsen, Mulligan, Pacino, Simon
and Walker)
- Set Public Hearing date for O’Brien Field
Lighting bond ordinance for July 1, 2002
Withdrawn.
- Resolution to Waive Bidding Requirements for O’Brien
Field Lighting Project
Withdrawn.
- Year End Encumbrances of Purchase Orders
Moved by Councilor Simon, seconded by Councilor
Broxterman to re-approve until October 2002 the
purchase orders existing on the report, Purchase
Orders in PO Number Order for June 12, 2002, that
was presented by the Finance Director.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
Moved by Councilor Simon, seconded by Councilor
Broxterman that the Finance Director is authorized
to make year-end transfers in the General Fund of
not more than $5,000 per account.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Ratification of WPDEA Labor Contract
Withdrawn.
- Resignations and Appointments
Moved by Councilor Pacino, seconded by Councilor
Jepson to table items A-W.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Minutes of Preceding Meetings
- Minutes of the June 3, 2002 Town Council Meeting
Moved by Deputy Mayor Curtis, seconded by Councilor
Jepsen to accept the minutes of the June 3, 2002 Town
Council Meeting. Corrections: Page 10 bond ordinances
should include the further resolved statement for the
Town Clerk; Page 10 Jepsen.
Motion Passed 9-0-0
- Public Communications and Petitions
Ms. Kay Nowiszewski, 64 Alden Road addressed the
Town Council. She discussed the lighted football
field. It is in her opinion that the field
improvements are not for recreation, they are part
of the development of the youth in Windsor. Pride in
their schools and in their community is essential
for the youth of Windsor. She is upset that this
project has dragged on as long as it has. She asked
who is responsible for the research, when can this
research be done and when will the project be
started. Somebody needs to be accountable.
Mr. Carl Nowiszewski, 64 Alden Road, spoke about
the lighting of the football field. He explained
that it is different from any other expenditure.
This project pays for itself through admission fees
generated by night games. The total cost of field
turf and lights would fit within the contingency for
the library. He asked the Council to think about
that and put it in perspective.
- Executive Session
- Records, reports and statements of strategy or
negotiations with respect to collective bargaining
– WPDEA Labor Contract.
Withdrawn.
- Adjournment
Moved by Councilor Jepsen, seconded by Deputy Mayor
Curtis to adjourn the Regular Town Council Meeting at
10:50 p.m.
Motion Passes 9-0-0
Respectfully submitted,
Kristin Countryman
Clerk of the Windsor Town Council
Cc: Town Clerk
Main Library
Wilson Branch