Windsor Town Council Council Chambers – Town Hall October 16, 2000 – Public Hearing Unapproved Minutes
Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:04 PM and read the legal notice. Present: Mayor Hogan, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council Member Simon, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks
An Ordinance adopting the provisions of Connecticut Public Act 00-120 to provide property tax exemption for eligible members of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department and the Windsor Volunteer Ambulance Association PUBLIC COMMENT Chief Dale Smith, 909 Stone Road, of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department, said he is strongly in favor of the exemption for volunteers. This will help recruitment and retention for strong and effective volunteer fire and ambulance departments.
The public hearing closed at 7:08 PM.
Windsor Town Council Council Chambers – Town Hall October 16, 2000 – Public Hearing Unapproved Minutes
Mayor Hogan called the public hearing to order at 7:18 PM and read the legal notice. Present: Mayor Hogan, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council Member Simon, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks An Ordinance Appropriating $850,000 for the reconstruction of Goslee Pool and authorizing the issue of $850,000 Bonds and Notes to finance the appropriation
PUBLIC COMMENT Alice Schaeffer, 76 Portland Street, said many seniors use the pool, noting her only concern was the depth of the pool.
Robin Neumann, Director of Family and Leisure Services for the Town of Windsor, gave an overview. The current plan is to demolish both the existing swimming and wading pools and construct a new swimming pool and a splash pool. The reconfiguration of the pool is for depths from 3 to 5 feet. It will be handicapped accessible with a hydraulic handicap lift. The pool will be 4,400 square feet in a "Z" shape. There will be 2 dedicated swim lanes. The splash pool will be 42’ with a minimum of 3 spray features.
The public hearing closed at 7:24 PM.
Windsor Town Council Council Chambers – Town Hall October 16, 2000 – Regular Meeting Unapproved Minutes
Mayor Hogan called the regular meeting to order at 7:35 PM.
None. John Eichner, 27 Hansen Hill Road, expressed his pride in the Town. He encouraged everyone to visit the skate park and expressed support for the proposed amphitheater. Mark O’Donnell, Director of Dramatics at WHS, on 11/3 and 11/4 The Stoney Hill Gang will be presented. He supports the proposed amphitheater, which will be a wonderful alternative performance theater. Melanie Kerr, 45 Gloria Street, has a child at Clover Street School, and urged the council to approve enclosing the walkways at the school as quickly as possible. The school is still lacking in comparison to the other elementary schools. She feels a new or completely renovated building is needed. Thursday, October 26th an open house will be held and she asked the Council to attend. Cheryl McAuliffe, 18 Kellogg Street, supports enclosing the Clover Street walkways. Richard Loback, Ludlow Road, urged the Council to approve enclosing the Clover Street walkways. Ron Williams, 15 East Street, feels it is outrageous to lock the doors at Clover Street School and feels this sends a message everyday to the children that the world is a very dangerous place. He asked the Council to tour the school on October 26th and look at the four proposals to enclose the walkways, choose one and do it soon.
Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Haverstock, To move item 12 a. to this point in the agenda. The Motion Passed 8-0-0. 12. a. Wilson / Deerfield Advisory Commission Report to the Town Council Chairman Kenneth Means gave an overview. The Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month, excluding July and August, at the Wilson Library. He reviewed pending projects and the projects completed over the past year. Mr. Novak gave the report. WHS Phase 2 renovations – bids were received and opened, which exceed the budget by $2 million. They are still confident that the project can be done. Cuts have been made. None of the cuts will change the project of ‘renovate as new’ for the State’s purposes. The project may be about two months delayed. Rainbow Road Firehouse – masonry, siding and roofing are complete. The non-skid slab is poured. 330 Windsor Avenue – the project is complete with money to be turned back to the General Fund. Sage Park concession stand -- is complete except for minor trim. Clover Street – Architect Geoffrey Bray together with Dennis Schevelle gave an overview and showed four proposals for enclosing the walkways. Mayor Hogan referred the project to the Finance Committee and the Town Improvements Committee. Council member Trinks asked that a member of the BOE or the superintendent’s staff be at the tour of the school on October 26th. Council member Haverstock suggested the architect also be at the tour to answer questions. Mr. Novak noted that the PBC had a general consensus to accept plan B. Public Works Update Beginning October 19, 2000, the following streets are scheduled to be paved: October 19th: High Street October 20th: Deerfield Avenue, Bristol Street, Dexter Street, Drake Street, and Rodney Street October 23rd: Addison Road and River Street Residents of these areas received door hanger cards to inform them of the upcoming work. Sage Park Field House The Sage Park Field House project is 95% complete. We anticipate this project will be completely finished this month. Police Explorers Fundraiser The Windsor Police Explorers will be having a fundraiser at the Windsor Locks Ramada Inn (route 75) on Thursday, October 19, 2000 from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. In support of this event, the Ramada Inn will donate 10% of all dinner proceeds to the Windsor Police Explorers. We encourage community support of this fund-raising event. Reservations must be made in advance by calling the Ramada Inn at 623-9494. Bradley Airport Noise Study A recent update from the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation informed us that the preferred departure alternative for Runway 24 was implemented on October 3, 2000. This routing should not effect Windsor since the planes will turn more toward East Granby and Granby following take-off. At the present time we have not received notice of any impact from Windsor residents, but if anyone has any questions or concerns regarding airport noise they may contact Mario Zavarella at 285-1981. "Five Nights of Fright" Planned to Provide Haunting Fun Don’t miss "Five Nights of Fright" in historic Windsor sponsored by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, First Town Downtown, and various departments of the Town of Windsor! A five night series of hauntingly fun events have been planned for Windsor residents of all ages. October 27: It is the return of "Night of 1001 Pumpkins" at Northwest Park from 6:00 PM to 7:30PM. October 28: Have another night of fun at Northwest park talking to the "Creatures of the Night" from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. October 29: Put a scary face on Halloween at First Town Downtown’s "Monster Mask Bash" from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Windsor Public Library. October 30: The Windsor Senior Center and Parent Center are teaming up to sponsor "Terrorific Time" from 11:15 AM to 12:20 PM at the Senior Center. October 31: The headliner event of the week is sure to bring out the best screams in all of us! It’s the "Nightmare on Broad Street!" Enjoy a nightmarish evening from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM on and near the Windsor Town Green as you visit area businesses that will hand out some ghoulish treats. Don’t miss the Chamber of Commerce Haunted House at 261 Broad Street – a guaranteed fright! For more information on any of the previously mentioned events, call the Chamber of Commerce 688-5165 for more information.
Dr. Petrillo discussed leaf pick-up to begin on 10/21 which will continue for 5 weeks, ending on 11/25. Leaves will be picked up at the curb on the normal trash pick-up date. Paper leaf bags or barrels must be used, no plastic bags will be picked up. Tom Lenehan discussed the maintenance and repair of sidewalks paid for by the Town. Mack Street is moving along well. Council member Albano – none. Council member Broxterman – none. Council member Haverstock – none. Council member Pacino – congratulated Mr. Trinks on his ‘unchallenged’ Chili fest win. Council Member Simon – none. Council member Ristas –none. Council member Trinks – Thanked everyone involved in the chili fest. Watch for a Halloween event at 294 Broad Street – Spooky Hollow will be coming. Deputy Mayor Curtis – none. Mayor Hogan – appreciates all volunteers for their work on Columbus Day weekend. Clean up is Saturday at Northwest Park. The Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers for Halloween activities. She thanked the Conservation Commission for the Wonder of Windsor contest, and she congratulated the winner. She referred to the Finance Committee the topic of the thermal imaging cameras. Finance Committee – Council member Trinks -- met this evening to discuss 330 Windsor Avenue. Health and Safety – no report. Special Projects – Council Member Simon – would like to meet within the next 2 weeks. Town Improvements – Deputy Mayor Curtis – would like to meet before the next Council meeting. a. An Ordinance adopting the provisions of Connecticut Public Act 00-120 to provide property tax exemption for eligible members of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department and the Windsor Volunteer Ambulance Association Peter Souza gave an overview, noting that the tax credit should enhance recruitment and retention of volunteers. He reviewed the process for exemption. He answered questions of the Council regarding details of implementation. Certification process will need to be directed to and through the Chief. The expected revenue impact for the first year is $55,000, year two the impact will be between $110,000 and $120,000. Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman, that the reading of the ordinance adopting the provisions of Connecticut Public Act 00-120 to provide property tax exemption for eligible members of the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department and the Windsor Ambulance Association is hereby waived, the full text of the ordinance having been distributed to each member of the Council and copies being made available to persons attending this meeting; and that the full text of the ordinance be recorded with the minutes of this meeting. Names of Council members voting "Yes":Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council Member Ristas, Council member Simon and Council member Trinks Names of Council members voting "No": None. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman, I move that the aforesaid ordinance be adopted as presented at the public hearing of the Town Council held October 16, 2000. Names of Council members voting "Yes": Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council Member Ristas, Council member Simon and Council member Trinks Names of Council members voting "No": None. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. b. An Ordinance Appropriating $850,000 for the reconstruction of Goslee Pool and authorizing the issue of $850,000 Bonds and Notes to finance the appropriation Council member Broxterman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Simon, Resolved that the reading into the minutes of the text of the ordinance entitled "An Ordinance Appropriating $850,000 for the reconstruction of Goslee Pool and authorizing the issue of $850,000 Bonds and Notes to finance the appropriation" is hereby waived, the full text of the ordinance having been distributed to each member of the 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. Names of Council members voting "Yes":Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council Member Ristas, Council member Simon and Council member Trinks Names of Council members voting "No": None. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.
Council member Broxterman made a motion, seconded by Council Member Simon, I move that the aforesaid ordinance be adopted, the complete text of which is recorded as an attachment with the meeting minutes, entitled "An Ordinance Appropriating $850,000 for the reconstruction of Goslee Pool and authorizing the issue of $850,000 Bonds and Notes to finance the appropriation" Names of Council members voting "Yes":Mayor Hogan, Deputy Mayor Curtis, Council member Albano, Council member Broxterman, Council member Haverstock, Council member Pacino, Council Member Simon, Council member Ristas and Council member Trinks Names of Council members voting "No": None. The Motion Passed 9-0-0.
None. Above. Tom Lenehan gave an overview. Council member Ristas made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis, to accept an easement for a parcel of land twelve feet by twenty-four feet in the vicinity of 184 Windsor Avenue owned by 184 Windsor Avenue Limited Partnership, for the purposes of constructing and operating a bus shelter. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Dr. Zavarella was available to answer questions of the Council. Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis, to accept the access reserve parcel agreement between Becker Farms Associated, LLC and the Town of Windsor. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Town Manager Churchill gave a presentation on the project. The land will be contributed by Griffin Land and will be leased by Griffin to the organization. Mayor Hogan referred the project to Special Projects and the Finance Committees. This item will be on the Council agenda for November 13, 2000. Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis, Be it resolved, that the filing of an application by the Town of Windsor in an amount not to exceed $35,677 is hereby approved, and that the Town Manager is hereby authorized and directed to execute and file such application with the Commissioner of Social Services and to act as the authorized representative of the Town of Windsor. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Deputy Mayor Curtis made a motion, seconded by Council member Trinks , Item A – to appoint Milo Rusty Peck as a regular member of the Board of Assessment Appeals for a 4 year unexpired term to expire 11/30/2003 or until a successor is appointed. Item B to apoint Randall I. Graff - to the Board of Assessment Appeals for a 4 year unexpired term to expire 11/30/2001 or until a successor is appointed. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Council member Albano made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman, To table the remaining items. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Council member Trinks made a motion, seconded by Council member Broxterman, to accept the Minutes of the October 2, 2000 Public Hearing regarding Lang Road Sidewalk The Motion Passed 9-0-0.
Corrections: Anita Mips was misspelled on page two; under Communications from Council Members – Narcisse was misspelled as well as Archer Memorial Church. Item 12 d. the last paragraph – the motion passed 7-2-0 rather than 7-0-0. The Motion Passed 9-0-0. Mayor Hogan noted that there will be only one council meeting in November – 11/13/00. Council member Haverstock made a motion, seconded by Deputy Mayor Curtis, to go into executive session to discuss a. Strategy and negotiations with respect to pending claims and litigation and b. Consideration of alternate actions to enforce or implement relief or legal rights with respect to the landfill The Motion Passed 9-0-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Abigale LaViolette Clerk of Windsor Town Council Cc: Town Clerk Main Library Wilson Branch
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