Regular Meeting November 26, 2007

1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held its regular meeting on Monday, November 26, 2007, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth. In attendance were Richard Cabral, Fred Dudek and Catherine Iino. First Selectman Cabral called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

2. Approval of Minutes - November 13, 2007
Motion by Dudek to approve November 13, 2007 Minutes as written. Voting in favor - Dudek. Opposed - none. Abstained - Cabral, Iino. Motion Carried.

Motion by Cabral to add under New Business 7.5 BOS Authorization for First Selectman to go to BOF to request approval of purchase of 6 Motorola UHF portable radios @ $683.13 for a total of $4,098.78 which will be reimbursed through our Homeland Security funding of $4,491.00. Voting in favor - Dudek, Cabral, Iino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

3. Visitors
Ed Sipples noted he wished to return to the First Selectman the copy of the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan that he had for review.

4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
Motion by Cabral, second by Dudek, to approve tax refund to Bank of the West in the amount of $231.93 for overpayment. Voting in favor - Dudek, Cabral, Iino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

5. Appointments and Vacancies
1. Traffic Study Committee - W. Adametz Jr.
First Selectman Cabral noted the appointment of Walter Adametz to the Traffic Study Committee at the last meeting was illegal. He referenced Section 5-1(c) Appointments of the Town Charter regarding appointments in which the Board of Selectmen may not make any appointments during the last 14 days of their term of office. Motion by Iino, second by Dudek, to appoint Walter Adametz, Jr. to Traffic Study Committee. Voting in favor - Iino, Dudek, Cabral. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

2. Land Use Committee - vacancy
First Selectman Cabral read a letter from the Town Clerk indicating Richard Cabral has resigned from the Land Use Committee effective 11/26/07. He noted 30 days in which the Republican Party can appoint is 12/26/07 and 45 days for the Board of Selectmen to appoint is 1/10/08.

3. Board of Assessment Appeals - vacancy
First Selectman Cabral read a letter from the Town Clerk indicating Louis Annino Sr. has resigned from the Board of Assessment Appeals effective 11/13/07. He noted 30 days in which the Democratic Party can appoint is 12/20/07 and 45 days for the Board of Selectmen to appoint is 1/04/08.

6. Old Business
1. BOS Authorization for First Selectman to go to BOF to request approval of Tax Abatement Ordinance for non-profit conservation organization and take to Town Meeting
First Selectman Cabral read the Tax Abatement Ordinance previously approved. He noted this was a result of Public Act 07-170 and would take effect October 1, 2007. It was pointed out this would not be retroactive. Motion by Dudek for First Selectman to go to Board of Finance to request approval of Tax Abatement Ordinance for non-profit conservation organization and take to Town Meeting. Discussion followed. Selectman Iino asked if this was for taxes already paid and if the language was correct. Selectman Dudek explained the Resolution was drawn up by the Town Attorney and this would be for taxes going forward. There are two outstanding issues currently but this would not apply to them. Voting in favor - Dudek, Cabral, Iino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

2. Wettish Property - Dan Colonia, Chris Kelly
Dan Colonia noted they made a presentation at the last meeting and discussed the total cost of the project which was $1.6 million and the cost for Task 2 at $40,000. Task 2 was approved at the last meeting for an amount not to exceed $40,000. However, Task 3 (irrigation system) and Task 2 must be done concurrently so an additional $10,000 is needed. Chris Kelly explained how the figure comes to $50,000. $40,000 was previously approved and an additional $10,000 needs to be added to it. First Selectman Cabral noted he was not comfortable adding an additional $10,000 to the $40,000 when it wasn't specifically announced on the Agenda. If it's not on the Agenda, it doesn't allow residents to come speak relative to it. Selectman Dudek noted the BOF meeting to be held on 12/10 is a special meeting so all items must be listed on their agenda in order to be considered. He also pointed out that this still has to go to Town Meeting for approval and residents have the opportunity to speak at that time either for or against. Motion by Dudek, second by Iino, to change the $40,000 for Park & Recreation Commission (motion made at the last meeting) to add necessary portions of Task 3 to the already approved Task 2 for an amount not to exceed $50,000. Voting in favor - Dudek, Iino, Cabral. Opposed - none. Motion Carried. Motion by Dudek, second by Iino, to authorize First Selectman to go to Board of Finance to request an amount not to exceed $50,000 relative to design of Wettish property for Task 2 and portions of Task 3. Voting in favor - Dudek, Iino, Cabral. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

7. New Business
1. Approval of Call of Town Meeting for December 13, 2007
Motion by Dudek, second by Iino, to approve the Call of the Special Town Meeting for December 13, 2007 consisting of six items as presented. Voting in favor - Dudek, Iino, Cabral. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

2. Appoint Alternate First Selectman Designee in absence of First Selectman
First Selectman Cabral referenced Section 6-2(a) of the Town Charter regarding Board of Selectmen, Procedure/General Policy. Motion by Cabral, second by Iino, to nominate Fred Dudek as Acting First Selectman in the absence of the First Selectman. Voting in favor - Cabral, Iino. Opposed - none. Abstained - Dudek. Motion Carried.

3. Preliminary Discussion of BOS Meeting Dates and Times
First Selectman Cabral referenced Section 6-2(a) of the Town Charter regarding fixing the time and place of regular meetings of the Board of Selectmen. It was noted there needs to be a change in the Charter as there is always a meeting in between municipal elections and the first meeting of the new administration and the Charter states the meeting time and place should be fixed at the meeting following Elections. First Selectman Cabral noted he was proposing a change to have the first meeting of the month on Mondays at 7:00 PM and the second meeting on Mondays at 9:00 AM. Motion by Dudek that the Board of Selectmen approve the Board of Selectmen's 2008 Meeting Schedule as prepared and submitted by First Selectman Cabral. Discussion followed. Some members of the public felt this may not be a good idea as the majority of residents work during the day and cannot attend day time meetings. It was decided to try it and see what happens. Voting in favor - Dudek, Cabral, Iino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

4. PAYT Committee
Amy Roberts Perry noted there is a new processing plant for bulky waste in Deep River. Their cost is $82 per ton as opposed to the current $85 per ton in North Branford. The Committee feels the Town could save between $200 and $400 a month by switching to Deep River. She asked the Board of Selectmen look into this to see if it would be feasible to do. It was noted there are Electronic Collections and Hazardous Waste Collections throughout the year sponsored by CRERPA that are different than bulky waste. Ms. Perry also noted the Committee has recommended new transfer station stickers every two years which will be January 2008. She asked the Board to review this matter so it can be finalized in December and ready for January. First Selectman Cabral the Board of Selectmen will report at the December 10th meeting as to the printing of the brochure and the issuance of the stickers.

5. BOS Authorization for First Selectman to go to BOF to request approval of purchase of 6 Motorola UHF portable radios @ $683.13 for a total of $4,098.78 which will be reimbursed through our Homeland Security funding of $4,491.00
First Selectman Cabral noted Homeland Security has already agreed to pay for the radios. There is a Memorandum of Understanding between the State of Connecticut and the Department of Emergency Management in the Town of Killingworth. Motion by Dudek, second by Iino, for BOS Authorization for First Selectman to go to BOF to request approval of the purchase of 6 Motorola UHF Portable Radios @ $683.13 for a total of $4,098.78 which will be reimbursed through Homeland Security funding of $4,491.00. Voting in favor - Dudek, Iino, Cabral. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

8. RJC Announcements
First Selectman Cabral reviewed meeting decorum. He noted he would like to see Visitors Comments at the start of the meeting for comments on any part of the Agenda for that meeting. Then he proposed Visitors Comments at the end of the meeting which would be of a general nature. He also noted there would be no comments from visitors concerning matters on the Agenda during the meeting unless it is from a Town Elected Official or the Director of Finance and has been requested. Selectperson Iino felt there should be some flexibility in this policy. As an example, she pointed out the public was not aware of the change in the meeting schedule and therefore would not have an opportunity to comment on it at the beginning of the meeting. Mike Board also felt there should be some flexibility. It was felt there could be flexibility in the Chair to recognize someone if he felt it was necessary. Lou Annino stated he was glad the Chair would be taking control of the meetings. Rick Albrecht noted his only concern was that a visitor carry on a lengthy discussion about something not really relevant to the Agenda Item or a pending vote. First Selectman Cabral noted the Chair would have the flexibility to stop any such discussion by saying it was out of order. Mr. Cabral then explained "point of personal privilege" and how that works. If there is a motion and a second, then the Board would vote on it to see whether the discussion should continue. Peg Scofield asked if there could be more detail on the Agenda items so the public has an item what is going to be discussed. First Selectman Cabral noted this point was well taken. Mike Board noted it comes down to the fact the First Selectman needs to control the meeting. Peter Venuti noted there was input just now from 6 different people and he felt that public comment was a necessary thing. Selectman Dudek clarified this is a public meeting (meaning public can attend) however the public has no say whatsoever at a Board of Selectmen's meeting. Michael Young asked how one knows what is on the Agenda. It was noted the Agenda is posted at the Town Hall and on Killingworthtoday.com. Selectman Dudek noted that written comment is always welcome and any resident can call any of the 3 selectmen if there is a concern about a specific agenda item.

First Selectman Cabral noted the Board of Selectmen will be making all committee appointments on December 10th to take effect on January 1, 2008.

First Selectman Cabral noted "service is our business". He noted everyone is welcome to stop in the First Selectman's Office at any time. The Town Hall is "service to the people."

First Selectman Cabral asked if either selectmen could cover a CRRA Board of Director's meeting in Hartford on November 29, 2007 at 9:30 AM as he had a conflict. Selectperson Iino noted she would check her schedule and attend if possible.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Dudek asked if the Board will be discussing the DOT letter dated November 19, 2007 from John Carey regarding the traffic light at the new Middle School. First Selectman Cabral noted that will be put on the Agenda.

Selectperson Iino asked if there was the possibility of holding these meetings at another location to allow for everyone to be in the room. Discussion followed. First Selectman Cabral noted he will research this and it will be discussed again at the next meeting.

Selectperson Iino brought up the subject of the FOI requirement that the selectmen are not allowed to talk to each other except during the Board of Selectmen meetings. Selectman Dudek noted it is okay for the Board to go to other meetings as a group as long as it is on the agenda as an agenda item. It was felt this was not a problem.

Visitors' Comments
Michael Young, member of Conservation Commission, noted there are a lot of beavers in Killingworth. He noted they have done a demonstration project which involves a baffle to eliminate the need to kill the beavers. He indicated it was his understanding the DOT is planning on trapping some of the juvenile beavers. Trapping doesn't work because more beavers just move in. He suggested a policy be created when there are nuisance beavers so it is reported to the Town's Conservation Commission so that a consultant can be contacted to recommend a possible solution. Liz Gode noted it is against DEP policy to relocate beavers. The baffle system costs about $300 including labor and materials. First Selectman Cabral noted he will make some phone calls to research this some more.

Mike Board noted he hasn't been to a Selectmen's meeting since January or February, but noted the selectmen this evening conducted themselves in a professional manner and did a very nice job. He felt that if the meetings were taken out of the town hall it would lessen the respect of the office and the officials. He suggested perhaps a smaller table and using the room more efficiently. He also asked that the issue of the 3 selectmen communicating outside of the meetings be revisited and explained by Town Counsel.

Amy Roberts Perry asked if the Charter Revision Committee was going to be reactivated. First Selectman Cabral replied yes and if anyone is interested, they should contact his office.

Jere Adametz noted with reference to using a smaller table, the Planning & Zoning meetings are held in this room and the entire table is used.

First Selectman Cabral thanked everyone for attending this meeting and hoped residents would continue to show interest in their Town. He noted the Town is always looking for volunteers and anyone with specific expertise should contact his office.

Rick Albrecht noted there was nothing further about the appointment of Walter Adametz as Highway Foreman. It was noted this is still being investigated as it is not clear in the Town Charter. Mike Board noted former First Selectman Klein called Attorney Mike Wells on the 15th and asked for an opinion. It was again noted the Board during the last 14 days of its term cannot make any appointments according to the Charter. Selectman Dudek noted it was his understanding this was not requested to be taken out of the Contract.

Selectman Dudek noted the Board of Selectman voted on a possible solution for Lover's Lane and this was supposed to go back to the Wetlands Commission. It was noted the Town Engineer went to a Wetlands meeting with recommendations to see if the Wetlands Commission would work with the Town for a solution, but there has been no response. There has been no feedback from the Town Engineer regarding this matter.

10. Adjournment
Motion by Dudek, second by Iino, to adjourn at 8:35 PM. Voting in favor - Dudek, Iino, Cabral. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Regular Meeting November 13, 2007

1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held its regular meeting on Tuesday, November 13, 2007, 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. Approval of October 22, 2007 Minutes
Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to approve the October 22, 2007 Minutes amended as follows -
Page 5, under 9., 2nd paragraph, add before last sentence, "Sipples noted 3 way stops are generally dangerous and suggested making it a 4 way stop. Mr. Klein said it wasn't necessary. Selectman Dudek said a 4 way stop would be problematic going uphill in the winter and was not in favor of the 4th sign."
Page 6, 2nd paragraph, 1st sentence, delete "and Richard Cabral" from sentence.
Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

3. Visitors
John McMahon from Board of Finance thanked the three selectmen for their service to the community over the last couple of years.

4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to approve the following tax refunds - Peterson DL Trust $24.89 and Anthony R. Zarra $34.13, overpayments. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

5. Appointments/Vacancies
Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to appoint Walter Adametz Jr. to the Traffic Study Committee. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by Sipples, second by Dudek, to move Old Business Item #3 to Old Business Item #1. Voting in favor - Sipples, Dudek, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

6. Old Business
3. Discussion - Tax Abatement Ordinance/Killingworth Land Trust
Attorney Mike Wells reviewed his letter proposing a draft resolution dated September 24, 2007. He also disclosed the fact he is a member of the Killingworth Land Trust Board of Directors and that any other non-profit land conservation organization would benefit from this Ordinance if approved. He stated the Town has previously done this in the past and approval of this Ordinance would sanction the Board being able to abate taxes on property. Selectman Dudek asked if the language "legislative body" meant Board of Selectmen and Town Meeting. Attorney Wells noted this would mean the Town Meeting could authorize the Board of Selectmen to abate. Wells also noted this Ordinance would be going forward (Public Act 07-170 effective from passage and applicable to assessment years commencing on or after October 1, 2007). Selectman Sipples asked if there was only one non-profit land conservation organization currently in the Town of Killingworth. Attorney Wells replied yes. Michelle Nuhn, Tax Collector, noted there are two properties in question, one from 2005 and one from 2006. Attorney Wells reiterated this Ordinance would go forward from the October 1, 2007 date and not retroactive. Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to approve following Resolution - Resolved: That the Board of Selectmen are hereby authorized to abate real or personal property taxes due for any portion of a tax year or the interest thereon on delinquent taxes with respect to any tax paid by a non-profit land conservation organization that were due for a period before the date of acquisition but which were paid subsequent to the date of acquisition, pending Town Meeting approval. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

1. CRRA - Michael Wells, Esq.
2. CRRA Litigation/BOS Approval Attorney Golub Appear on Town's Behalf
Attorney Wells noted since the last meeting the Judge has ruled reducing the tipping fees. The other issue of reimbursement of the $30 + million is still pending. The new issue that CRRA is raising is that Towns like Killingworth haven't really bought into this litigation because they are not represented. Attorney Wells recommended the Town authorize Attorney Golub to file an appearance on behalf of the Town with an agreement that his pay comes strictly from whatever is awarded by the Judge as part of the class action suit. He further noted he and his partner discussed this matter and didn't see any down side for the Town. First Selectman Klein read the letter from Attorney Golub dated November 9, 2007 "To The Chief Elected Officials of the Mid-Conn Project Municipalities" advising that motion papers for a proposed schedule of pro rata distributions to each municipality of the $35.9 million would be sent out next week, and the Judge ruled that CRRA improperly inflated the FY08 Mid-Conn Project by nearly $7 million and ordered the budget adjusted and the tipping fees reduced by $8/ton. It was noted this does not change the lawsuit at all which would still go forward. Attorney Wells reiterated it was his recommendation that the Board of Selectmen authorize Attorney Golub to file an appearance on behalf of the Town. Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, that the Town of Killingworth become part of the class action lawsuit (CRRA Litigation) for the purpose of Attorney Golub adding the Town to the list of towns that are part of this litigation and to authorize Attorney Golub to file an appearance on the Town's behalf. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

4. BOS Approval Over/Under Expenditures and Authorization to take to Town Meeting per BOF Special Meeting of 10/16/07
Selectman Sipples asked if everything was done with the Bethke Project. Dan Colonia, Chair of Killingworth Park & Recreation Commission, confirmed everything was done and there is only maintenance left.

Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to authorize the re-appropriation (carry over) of underexpended 2006/2007 line items to the following fiscal year 2007/2008 - Sludge Lagoon Remediation $108,931.00, Attack Pumper $52,352.00 and Wettish Property $122,743.00 for a total of $284,026.00. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to authorize overexpenditures in fiscal year 2006/2007 in excess of $10,000 for the following items - Town Engineer $36,115.00, Medical Buyout $22,090.00, Snow Removal $13,928.00, Tax Refunds and Abatements $36,637.00, Misc. Government Grants $21,472.00 for a total of $130,242.00, said overexpenditures to be funded by the underexpended General Fund appropriations totaling $130,242.00. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to authorize the closeout of the following Capital Accounts totaling $30,435.96 with the balance going to Undesignated Capital Reserve Fund Balance - GIS Software Update and Training $3,800.00, Automated Voting Machines $7,000.00, Fire Department-HVAC System $15.42 and Bethke Road Recreation Project $19,620.54. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

5. Discussion - Green Hill Road/Route 81 Intersection
Selectman Sipples noted a letter had been received from the Town Engineer dated October 19, 2007. It is quite clear that school buses and larger vehicles have difficulty negotiating the turn. It was also stated in the Town Engineer's letter that the intersection could be easily widened by adjusting the northern curb radius. Walter Adametz concurred that widening the radius on the northern side was not a big deal. Selectman Dudek noted he would like the road sign moved from the northern side of the road to the other side. Selectman Sipples asked if the Town Crew were to do the work could it be done before winter. Mr. Adametz replied no as they are already behind in the process of getting equipment ready before it snows. First Selectman Klein recommended this work wait until Spring. Selectman Dudek asked Mr. Adametz if he has gone through there with a truck and trailer as he has had comments from contractors with large vehicles that this is a problem. Motion by Sipples, second by Klein, that for safety sake prior to the ice arriving that the radius at the end of Green Hill Road (and Route 81) be widened to accommodate larger vehicles such as school buses so they do not have to ride up on the curb or cross over the centerline into the opposite lane and that we coordinate the extra work with the contractor, pending approval of engineering and construction fees. Voting in favor - Sipples, Klein, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Attorney Wells briefly reviewed his letter to First Selectman Klein dated November 13, 2007 regarding the discontinuance of Green Hill Road. He indicated he would simply discontinue the use of the old road area and allow the centerline rule to apply. It was the consensus of the Board of Selectmen to do as recommended by Attorney Wells.

Motion by Klein to add to the Agenda as Old Business 6. Discussion of Highway Foreman Position. Voting in favor - Klein, Sipples, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

6. Discussion of Highway Foreman Position
First Selectman Klein noted Walter Adametz has been Acting Highway Foreman now for two years and recommended he be appointed at permanent Highway Foreman. The labor contract has not been finalized yet, however, he indicated the Highway Foreman's Position will not be taken out of the contract. Selectman Dudek noted he had an issue with it not being taken out of the contract. He believes that is a supervisory position and should not be in the contract. Individuals applied for that position based on the job description that was advertised and now it will be changed back to what it was. Selectman Sipples noted then it was his understanding the change in the job description was not agreed to by the Union. First Selectman Klein reiterated it was his understanding this was not going to be changed in the contract. Selectman Dudek noted it was premature to make this appointment if the contract has not been accepted and he had an issue with that. He indicated he would not be in favor of a contract that has that position as part of labor, and that the Board of Selectmen should create the position that it said it would create. Motion by Sipples, second by Klein, that Walter Adametz Jr. be appointed as full time Highway Foreman. Discussion followed. Selectman Dudek stated he thought this was a mistake not based on the individual but the fact there is no contract and the Board specifically wrote a new job description and cannot go against what it wrote. Voting in favor - Sipples, Klein. Opposed - Dudek. Motion Carried.

7. New Business
1. Budget & Plan for Wettish - Dan Colonia, Chris Kelly
Dan Colonia noted in September the Park & Recreation Commission asked the Board of Selectmen to allow the Commission to contract somebody to design a schematic for the Wettish property and that has been done. Messrs. Colonia and Kelly reviewed a schematic of passive recreation, future recreation use, restricted development and phase 1 development. The parking lot has been moved to the front with the larger fields in the back and smaller fields in the front. Mr. Colonia noted putting the parking lot in the back would cost about $2.5 million. The new figure was $1.679 million including 5 fields, parking lot and irrigation for the 5 fields. $500,000 would be used from the STEAP Grant and the balance of just over $1 million would be the cost to the Town. The plan is to start building in the spring of 2008 so the fields could be used in 2009. It would be a 3 to 4 month project depending on weather. Dan Colonia reviewed the Weston & Sampson Scope of Work, Tasks 1, 2, 3 and Other Tasks. Mr. Colonia noted it would be his recommendation to go forward with this project and bring it to the Town for a vote using the STEAP Grant initially. Other monies may be gotten from other grants for the parking lot and phase 2. It was also suggested that by using the services of Eric Auer, some of the cost for the site preparation work could be reduced. First Selectman Klein asked how much the $500,000 STEAP Grant would cover. Mr. Colonia noted the site preparation was $260,000, each field was $125,000 and the parking lot was $75,000. Money would be needed to find an irrigation source and then get it to the ballfield. The cost of a well is $30,000. Selectman Dudek suggested Mr. Colonia contact John McMahon (Board of Finance) to see whether this would be funded by raising the tax mils or through bonding long term. Selectman Sipples noted he was very anxious to see this project go forward, but the numbers were hard to swallow since original communications indicated the Town would have to come up with about $600,000 and this is almost twice that amount. Selectman Sipples asked if either the irrigation or one or two fields go be given up. Mr. Colonia noted if anything is changed then the Town has to go back to the State and change the STEAP Grant to say it is not going with the 5 fields. Chris Kelly noted part of the reason for the high cost if the subsoils underneath and all the grading that will be needed. Mr. Colonia noted that using the STEAP Grant means the Town has to go with prevailing wage and comply with the Davis Bacon Act. There was a brief discussion regarding water source. Selectman Dudek noted he was not questioning the $1.6 million, but rather how the taxpayer was going to have to pay for it before moving forward. The residents will have to approve it. First Selectman Klein noted it is a question of how to structure the financial package, bond versus increase in mil rate. The Board of Finance will have to decide that matter. Chris Kelly asked if the Board could at least move forward with the engineering costs and Task 2. Motion by Sipples, second by Klein, to authorize Park & Recreation Commission to proceed with Task 2 functions (2a - Permitting and Meetings $3,200; 2b - Preliminary Design $18,500; and 2c - Final Design and Construction Drawings $16,000) relative to the Wettish property, for an amount not to exceed $40,000. Voting in favor - Sipples, Klein, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Dan Colonia thanked the 3 selectmen for all the work done in the last two years and getting this far with the project.

8. MK Announcements
First Selectman Klein reviewed the receipt of LOCIP funds allocated to both the Green Hill Road Project and the Burr Hill Road Project.

First Selectman Klein thanked everyone for attending the Board of Selectmen meetings. He noted he tried to do his best and wished the new Board the best of luck noting he would be happy to help if the need should arise.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Dudek thanked everyone noting the last two years have been contentious at times, but he felt the Board accomplished quite a bit the biggest item being the Wettish property.

Selectman Sipples thanked everyone for the last two years noting it has been a character building experience.

Amy Roberts Perry asked if a figure had been decided for the CRRA distribution. First Selectman Klein noted he would look into it, but thought it was possibly $45,000.

10. Adjournment
Motion by Dudek, second by Sipples, to adjourn at 8:23 PM. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.