June 14, 2006 - REGULAR
1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held a Special Meeting on Wednesday, June 14, 2006, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, Connecticut. In attendance were First Selectman Martin Klein, Selectman Fred Dudek and Selectman Edward Sipples. First Selectman Klein called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2. Approve Minutes of May 22, 2006 and Special Meeting of May 15, 2006
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by First Selectman Klein, to approve the May 22, 2006 Minutes as written. SO VOTED.
3. Tax Abatements & Refunds
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Sipples, to approve tax refunds as noted below -
$ 288.94 Ford Motor Credit Company Leased Car, Sold
$ 347.49 Wheels Limited Moved Out of State
$ 20.72 Charlise Roper Vehicle Sold
SO VOTED.
4. Visitors
Arlene Tunney noted CRERPA and the Town Engineer did a study last year of Lover’s Lane and it was determined over 600 cars use the road daily. She noted First Selectman Klein closed the road several weeks ago when there was heavy rain. The road is still closed today. Ms. Tunney reviewed two recent accidents at the intersection of 81 and 148 and noted that if Lover’s Lane had been open, there would have been access to that end of town. She also noted Mr. Klein had indicated to her he was keeping it closed because of wetlands. She indicated the Wetlands Commission should deal with the rights of the wetlands, but as it relates to the rights of the people. Ms. Tunney indicated she has lived here 27 years and that road has never been closed in the summer time. No investigation has been done with regard to a solution. She indicated the solution would be much cheaper than the Reservoir Road Bridge solution. Ms. Tunney also stated a letter has been received from the State indicating problems with the Burr Hill Road and Pond Meadow bridges and these may be closed at some point. She urged the Town to reopen Lover’s Lane. First Selectman Klein noted the Pond Meadow bridge is one to look at, but the critical bridge is at River Road and Paper Mill. First Selectman Klein read into the record a ‘Lover’s Lane Resolution’ regarding the opening and closing of the road. There was discussion regarding the proposed criteria for making this determination. Selectman Dudek noted he would not like a decision based on dates or forecast. Selectman Sipples noted he agreed with Selectman Dudek. Peter Venuti noted he was concerned because the water level is rising and what happens if it starts going across Route 148 and the State closes that. An area should be cleared to allow a path for the water to flow thru.
PAYT Committee – Ms. Perry asked if any money has been spent on repair of the transfer station equipment and if so, the Committee would like copies of those bills. She also asked if the main compactor had been evaluated yet. First Selectman Klein noted the main compactor has been fixed and he reviewed the repairs and maintenance to it. Mr. Klein indicated they are looking into setting up a maintenance program for the compactor. The manufacturer of the equipment will be supplying a list of people who are qualified to work on these units. Mr. Venuti noted the PAYT Committee also has the name of someone who they would recommend. Ms. Perry asked if any maintenance is being considered on the other two compactors. Mr. Klein noted concentration has been placed on the big compactor and nothing has been done with the others to date. Mr. Venuti noted as a PAYT Committee member he questioned whether town staff has been doing maintenance on this equipment. First Selectman Klein noted he has inherited this matter and couldn’t answer that question. Discussion pursued regarding the maintenance issue. Mr. Venuti suggested one individual should be appointed by the Selectmen to oversee the maintenance issue and be in charge. There was a brief discussion regarding the issue of cardboard and that information should be submitted to the Board of Selectmen in writing.
5. Appointments/Vacancies
1. Housing Partnership
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by First Selectman Klein, to appoint John Amport and Michael Board to the Housing Partnership. Discussion followed regarding the affordable housing formula prepared by Mr. Amport. SO VOTED.
2. Reservoir Road Bridge Committee
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Dudek, to appoint Louis Fronte to the Reservoir Road Bridge Committee. SO VOTED.
3. Recreation Commission
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Dudek, to appoint Sue Dean to Park & Recreation Commission. SO VOTED.
4. Planning & Zoning Commission
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Sipples, to appoint William Hayden to Planning & Zoning Alternate. Discussion followed as to whether Planning & Zoning or Board of Selectmen make appointments to P&Z. First Selectman Klein referenced Section 4-4D of the Town Charter regarding appointments to Board of Finance and Planning & Zoning. SO VOTED.
6. Old Business
1. Lover’s Lane Resolution – discussed earlier in the meeting.
2. Town Meeting – June 19, 2006
First Selectman Klein reviewed the two items for the Town Meeting Agenda relating to an appointment to the Board of Education and re-appointments to H-K Recreation Authority.
3. Computer System
Selectman Dudek noted there has been interest from 3 individuals regarding the computer system. It was suggested a legal notice be put out for the bidding. Selectman Dudek indicated he thought there is some confusion between surge protection and UPS backups for each computer. It was agreed not to go through the expense of rewiring the new building. First Selectman Klein noted this should be done with deliberate speed due to reval.
Selectman Dudek noted he would like to add the fence award to the agenda for approval by the Board. Selectman Sipples pointed out this was a Special Meeting and nothing could be added to the agenda. Selectman Dudek noted this should be on the next meeting agenda.
7. New Business
1. Sludge Lagoon Lease – R. Dudek
First Selectman Klein noted an agreement has been reached with R. Dudek for $416.00 per month on a monthly basis. As soon as the work is done, the Town will be out of the property. Mr. Klein reviewed the whole procedure for testing and soil remediation. Selectman Sipples requested a copy of the procedure for testing.
2. PAYT (Selectmen discussion) – discussed earlier in the meeting.
8. MK Announcements
First Selectman Klein noted jersey barriers have been put up at Burr Hill Road. The Town Engineer has been working on the surveying and hopefully work can be done on the box culvert next year.
First Selectman Klein noted a settlement has been reached with Mrs. Zukowski.
First Selectman Klein noted bids are going out for Alders Bridge Road. The State has required signs be put up that Alders Bridge Road will be closed.
First Selectman Klein briefly reviewed calls he has been receiving regarding sand on the roads and curb repairs. He indicated he has not made any commitments to anyone that repairs will be made.
First Selectman Klein noted the new Financial Director has been doing a great job. There was a brief discussion regarding elected vs. non-elected officials.
9. Selectmen’s Concerns
Selectman Dudek thanked the Board for rescheduling this meeting to allow him to play in the Library Golf Event.
Selectman Dudek suggested putting public comment at the beginning and end of the meeting.
Selectman Dudek noted in order to pay Rick this must be approved by the Board of Selectmen and then go to the Board of Finance as funds go away at the end of every fiscal year. This should be on the next meeting agenda.
10. Adjournment
Motion by Selectman Dudek to adjourn at 8:29 PM. SO VOTED.
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held a Special Meeting on Wednesday, June 14, 2006, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, Connecticut. In attendance were First Selectman Martin Klein, Selectman Fred Dudek and Selectman Edward Sipples. First Selectman Klein called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2. Approve Minutes of May 22, 2006 and Special Meeting of May 15, 2006
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by First Selectman Klein, to approve the May 22, 2006 Minutes as written. SO VOTED.
3. Tax Abatements & Refunds
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Sipples, to approve tax refunds as noted below -
$ 288.94 Ford Motor Credit Company Leased Car, Sold
$ 347.49 Wheels Limited Moved Out of State
$ 20.72 Charlise Roper Vehicle Sold
SO VOTED.
4. Visitors
Arlene Tunney noted CRERPA and the Town Engineer did a study last year of Lover’s Lane and it was determined over 600 cars use the road daily. She noted First Selectman Klein closed the road several weeks ago when there was heavy rain. The road is still closed today. Ms. Tunney reviewed two recent accidents at the intersection of 81 and 148 and noted that if Lover’s Lane had been open, there would have been access to that end of town. She also noted Mr. Klein had indicated to her he was keeping it closed because of wetlands. She indicated the Wetlands Commission should deal with the rights of the wetlands, but as it relates to the rights of the people. Ms. Tunney indicated she has lived here 27 years and that road has never been closed in the summer time. No investigation has been done with regard to a solution. She indicated the solution would be much cheaper than the Reservoir Road Bridge solution. Ms. Tunney also stated a letter has been received from the State indicating problems with the Burr Hill Road and Pond Meadow bridges and these may be closed at some point. She urged the Town to reopen Lover’s Lane. First Selectman Klein noted the Pond Meadow bridge is one to look at, but the critical bridge is at River Road and Paper Mill. First Selectman Klein read into the record a ‘Lover’s Lane Resolution’ regarding the opening and closing of the road. There was discussion regarding the proposed criteria for making this determination. Selectman Dudek noted he would not like a decision based on dates or forecast. Selectman Sipples noted he agreed with Selectman Dudek. Peter Venuti noted he was concerned because the water level is rising and what happens if it starts going across Route 148 and the State closes that. An area should be cleared to allow a path for the water to flow thru.
PAYT Committee – Ms. Perry asked if any money has been spent on repair of the transfer station equipment and if so, the Committee would like copies of those bills. She also asked if the main compactor had been evaluated yet. First Selectman Klein noted the main compactor has been fixed and he reviewed the repairs and maintenance to it. Mr. Klein indicated they are looking into setting up a maintenance program for the compactor. The manufacturer of the equipment will be supplying a list of people who are qualified to work on these units. Mr. Venuti noted the PAYT Committee also has the name of someone who they would recommend. Ms. Perry asked if any maintenance is being considered on the other two compactors. Mr. Klein noted concentration has been placed on the big compactor and nothing has been done with the others to date. Mr. Venuti noted as a PAYT Committee member he questioned whether town staff has been doing maintenance on this equipment. First Selectman Klein noted he has inherited this matter and couldn’t answer that question. Discussion pursued regarding the maintenance issue. Mr. Venuti suggested one individual should be appointed by the Selectmen to oversee the maintenance issue and be in charge. There was a brief discussion regarding the issue of cardboard and that information should be submitted to the Board of Selectmen in writing.
5. Appointments/Vacancies
1. Housing Partnership
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by First Selectman Klein, to appoint John Amport and Michael Board to the Housing Partnership. Discussion followed regarding the affordable housing formula prepared by Mr. Amport. SO VOTED.
2. Reservoir Road Bridge Committee
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Dudek, to appoint Louis Fronte to the Reservoir Road Bridge Committee. SO VOTED.
3. Recreation Commission
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Dudek, to appoint Sue Dean to Park & Recreation Commission. SO VOTED.
4. Planning & Zoning Commission
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Sipples, to appoint William Hayden to Planning & Zoning Alternate. Discussion followed as to whether Planning & Zoning or Board of Selectmen make appointments to P&Z. First Selectman Klein referenced Section 4-4D of the Town Charter regarding appointments to Board of Finance and Planning & Zoning. SO VOTED.
6. Old Business
1. Lover’s Lane Resolution – discussed earlier in the meeting.
2. Town Meeting – June 19, 2006
First Selectman Klein reviewed the two items for the Town Meeting Agenda relating to an appointment to the Board of Education and re-appointments to H-K Recreation Authority.
3. Computer System
Selectman Dudek noted there has been interest from 3 individuals regarding the computer system. It was suggested a legal notice be put out for the bidding. Selectman Dudek indicated he thought there is some confusion between surge protection and UPS backups for each computer. It was agreed not to go through the expense of rewiring the new building. First Selectman Klein noted this should be done with deliberate speed due to reval.
Selectman Dudek noted he would like to add the fence award to the agenda for approval by the Board. Selectman Sipples pointed out this was a Special Meeting and nothing could be added to the agenda. Selectman Dudek noted this should be on the next meeting agenda.
7. New Business
1. Sludge Lagoon Lease – R. Dudek
First Selectman Klein noted an agreement has been reached with R. Dudek for $416.00 per month on a monthly basis. As soon as the work is done, the Town will be out of the property. Mr. Klein reviewed the whole procedure for testing and soil remediation. Selectman Sipples requested a copy of the procedure for testing.
2. PAYT (Selectmen discussion) – discussed earlier in the meeting.
8. MK Announcements
First Selectman Klein noted jersey barriers have been put up at Burr Hill Road. The Town Engineer has been working on the surveying and hopefully work can be done on the box culvert next year.
First Selectman Klein noted a settlement has been reached with Mrs. Zukowski.
First Selectman Klein noted bids are going out for Alders Bridge Road. The State has required signs be put up that Alders Bridge Road will be closed.
First Selectman Klein briefly reviewed calls he has been receiving regarding sand on the roads and curb repairs. He indicated he has not made any commitments to anyone that repairs will be made.
First Selectman Klein noted the new Financial Director has been doing a great job. There was a brief discussion regarding elected vs. non-elected officials.
9. Selectmen’s Concerns
Selectman Dudek thanked the Board for rescheduling this meeting to allow him to play in the Library Golf Event.
Selectman Dudek suggested putting public comment at the beginning and end of the meeting.
Selectman Dudek noted in order to pay Rick this must be approved by the Board of Selectmen and then go to the Board of Finance as funds go away at the end of every fiscal year. This should be on the next meeting agenda.
10. Adjournment
Motion by Selectman Dudek to adjourn at 8:29 PM. SO VOTED.
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