December minutes will be added as soon as available.

MINUTES of the
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
November 28 , 2005

1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held its regular meeting on Monday, November 28, 2005, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, Connecticut. In attendance were First Selectman Martin Klein, Selectman Fred Dudek and Selectman Ed Sipples. First Selectman Klein called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and asked that everyone observe a moment of silence.

2. Approval of November 14, 2005 Minutes
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Sipples, to approve the November 14, 2005 Minutes as written. Voting in favor - Dudek, Sipples, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

3. Visitors
PAYT Committee
Jeff Reisman and Peter Venuti were present. Amy Roberts-Perry arrived later during the meeting. There was a brief discussion regarding the new transfer station stickers. The Committee will make things flow as easily as possible with regard to the distribution of those new stickers. It was noted the Committee will be making a list of goals at its next meeting. There was discussion regarding the taking of tires. Mr. Reisman noted the stickers are important to filter out those people who shouldn't be using the transfer station. There was further discussion regarding the distribution of new stickers. The PAYT Committee will handle the issuance of stickers for the month of January, but then it will done by Town Hall staff.

5. Appointments/Vacancies
1. IWWC - First Selectman Klein noted there are two openings on IWWC. Letters have gone out by the Town Clerk advising of these vacancies. The Town Committees have 30 days to fill a vacancy, whereupon after that anyone can volunteer.

2. P & Z Alternates - First Selectman Klein noted Planning & Zoning takes care of appointing its own alternates.

6. Old Business
1. 2006 Selectmen's Meeting Schedule
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Dudek, to approve the 2006 Board of Selectmen Meeting Schedule as presented. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek, Sipples. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

7. New Business
1. Request for Fee Reimbursement/Region #17
First Selectman Klein noted there was a $60 fee that was waived relative to Region 17 for a gas tank installation underground.

Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Sipples, to add to the agenda under New Business, Field Study Committee. Voting in favor - Sipples, Dudek, Klein. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

2. Field Study Committee
Selectman Dudek noted the Field Study Committee's report challenged the Board of Selectmen to come up with a strategy. He noted from his perspective he would like to take advantage of the municipal property but felt this should be handled by the Land Use Committee. Selectman Dudek had a concern about the temporary entrance noting that would not be acceptable to him. There was discussion as to whether this should be handled by the Land Use Committee or the Field Study Committee or both. Selectman Sipples noted the two groups should work together to come to a common goal. First Selectman Klein noted these individuals are all volunteers and felt this should be given to one committee and let them run with it. Selectman Dudek felt it should go to the Land Use Committee with input from the Field Study Committee. It was noted State permitting for the relocation of the transfer station is about one year out. Selectman Dudek noted he would also like the LUC to examine the 2nd Rocco field (Rocco East). The Town Centre plan can't go forward unless Rocco Field is replaced with something.

8. MK Announcements
First Selectman Klein gave a brief update on a couple of items he has been made aware of since he took office. He was advised there was a December 20th hearing for AFSCME relative to employees never getting their cost of living adjustment. This item has been rectified. The checks have been made out and the hearing has been cancelled.

First Selectman Klein noted he is investigating the labor negotiations with the Town Crew employees relative to a pension fund issue.

First Selectman Klein noted he is also looking into the Anthem/Blue Cross issue where the Town opted to take stock instead of cash. The Town is currently in litigation over this matter. He is attempting to settle it, but if he is not successful, it will take probably until 2007 before it gets settled in court.

First Selectman Klein noted he met with Jacobson engineers today regarding the rebuilding of Lovers Lane. This will involve a lot of money and it still won't be satisfactory. The road is currently closed, and he has decided to close it permanently. Selectman Dudek noted the Board of Selectmen voted on using a pipe concept to fix the problem and it is currently being monitored. If the road is going to be closed permanently, it must go to Town Meeting for approval. Peter Venuti noted the biggest thing is the beavers and the flow of water. There is no place for the water to flow. First Selectman Klein noted he visited the site today with Jim Ward and saw there were areas that are breaking up. He indicated the application to the Wetlands Commission has been withdrawn.

First Selectman Klein briefly discussed the repair of a bridge on Reservoir Road that consists of two pipes, six feet in diameter. Mr. Klein noted that if the Town doesn't move quickly on that bridge, the State will force the Town to close the road immediately.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Dudek noted there were a large pile of checks to be signed over the last weekend and he noted that a lot of the timesheets were never signed by a supervisor. He indicated it was good business practice that supervisors sign all timesheets and noted he would like to see that happen in the future.

Selectman Sipples briefly reviewed a recent meeting he had relative to the Connecticut River Valley Health District. He learned at that meeting that no one from Killingworth is on board with what this proposed plan is and that there are expectations that Killingworth should be. Mr. Sipples indicated the Killingworth Board of Selectmen are expected to know things about this plan and it doesn't. He suggested the Board meet with a State representative to go over this topic from ground zero and become familiar with it. There is the potential contribution from Killingworth of $76,000 for this plan. First Selectman Klein noted there is talk of regionalizing the Sanitarian. He noted Killingworth's Sanitarian is not licensed. He also noted he spoke with the Sanitarian today who indicated he would be taking the exam in May. There is a part time Sanitarian in Chester and Old Saybrook that could sign off in the meantime. Dr. Winikur will call the Sanitarian and straighten this out with him. First Selectman Klein noted that regionalizing is the wave of the future. Lou Annino indicated about 20 years ago the Town decided to go it alone because it wanted to control it's own destiny. The fees in this new proposal will go to the district and the Town will lose. It is time for the Town to decide if it wants a real health department. Selectman Sipples noted he would schedule a meeting with the State representative to explain this new proposal for December 7, 2005 at 7:00 PM. A cost figure should be determined as to what is now being spent on the Sanitarian. Budget discussions are in January, so this needs to be done in December.

4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
The following tax refunds were reviewed -

$ 90.73 Astrazeneca LP Motor Vehicle Overpayment
$ 395.72 Wheels Inc. Motor Vehicle Overpayment
$ 88.38 Wheels Inc. Motor Vehicle Overpayment
$ 204.52 Wheels Inc. Motor Vehicle Sold
$ 159.27 Wheels Inc. Motor Vehicle Sold
$ 36.71 Wheels Inc. Motor Vehicle Sold
$ 303.68 Ford Motor Credit Co. Motor Vehicle Sold
$ 31.07 Ford Motor Credit Co. Motor Vehicle Sold
$ 354.18 Ford Motor Credit Co. Motor Vehicle Sold
$ 233.95 Volvo Finance NA Inc. Motor Vehicle Sold

Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Dudek, to pay tax refunds as noted above. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek, Sipples. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Sipples, to add the following to New Business as an agenda item "Section 6-2, Town Charter, designating an acting First Selectman in the absence or disability of the First Selectman. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek, Sipples. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by Selectman Dudek to designate Selectman Ed Sipples to be acting First Selectman in the absence or disability of the First Selectman and to designate Selectman Sipples as Board Secretary. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek. Opposed - none. Abstaining - Sipples. Motion Carried.

10. Executive Session - Contract Negotiations, Land Issues
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by First Selectman Klein, to go into Executive Session at 8:25 PM for the purpose of discussing contract negotiations and land issues. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek, Sipples. Opposed - none. Motion Carried. Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Sipples, to come out of Executive Session at9:35 PM. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek, Sipples. Opposed - none. Motion Carried. No action was taken.

11. Adjournment
Motion by First Selectman Klein, second by Selectman Sipples, to adjourn at 9:36 PM. Voting in favor - Klein, Dudek, Sipples. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.
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MINUTES of the
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
November 14 , 2005

1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held its regular meeting on Monday, November 14, 2005, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, Connecticut. In attendance were First Selectman David Denvir, Selectman Louis Annino and Selectman Fred Dudek. Also in attendance were First Selectman Elect Marty Klein and Selectman Elect Edward Sipples. First Selectman Denvir called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

First Selectman Elect Klein suggested that everyone observe a moment of silence for the young men and women who are sacrificing their lives in the name of the United States.

Hales and Farewells
First Selectman Denvir welcomed Ed Sipples to the Board of Selectmen, congratulated Fred Dudek on his re-election to the Board and congratulated First Selectman Elect Klein. Mr. Denvir noted he met with Mr. Klein immediately following the Election, and they then attended the Lower Valley Selectmen's Association meeting the next morning. They will be meeting once again later this week in order to make a smooth and most orderly transition of business. Selectman Annino noted that was a great step forward for Killingworth as that has never happened before. This is a sign of things to come. Mr. Denvir also noted his door was always open to Mr. Sipples if he needed anything.

First Selectman Denvir noted it has been his pleasure to serve with Selectman Annino for 12 years. He also noted it has been a pleasure to work with Selectman Dudek. Mr. Denvir noted it was his pleasure to say thank you for everyone's input whether he agreed or disagreed and he applauded everyone's civic spirit, attitude and willingness to roll up their sleeves.

2. Approval of Minutes - October 24, 2005
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Annino, to approve the October 24, 2005 Minutes as written. SO VOTED.

3. Visitors
Newly Elected Board of Selectmen
First Selectman Denvir welcomed the new First Selectman Elect and Selectman Elect. First Selectman Elect Klein noted he was very appreciative of the time Mr. Denvir gave him. He also noted he met today with the Town Foreman, Superintendent of Schools and Town Attorney.

Field Study Committee
Several members of the Field Study Committee were present - John Machold, Rev. Ed Cornell, Gwenne Lally, Robert Artus, Tim Withington and Edward Sipples. Rev. Cornell, Field Study Committee Chair, thanked the Committee members for their hard work. Members walked several interesting properties. He also indicated there were a couple of openings on the Committee noting that membership should be a little more gender balanced. Rev. Cornell noted Ms. Lally will be giving the PowerPoint presentation and requested that questions be held to the end. Ms. Lally noted there were hard copies of the presentation available also. She reviewed the Committee's charge, the scope of the interim report and the Committee's operations. Subcommittees were the Needs Assessment, Field Development, Finance and Neighborhood Impact. There was a lot of discussion and coordination with various other groups and with Eric Auer. The conceptual vision included 3 basic options - Rec Complex, Clusters, Satellites. Ms. Lally reviewed each of the concepts, the current Town Fields and additional fields. She then reviewed Needs Analysis, current requirements for fields, field development and field criteria. Site inventory was reviewed - Town owned, Land Trust owned and privately owned. In summary, Ms. Lally reviewed the next steps for the Board of Selectmen and then the Field Study committee. The Committee urged the Board of Selectmen to look at the 3 concepts and develop a Town strategy. Mr. Denvir gave a very brief review of negotiations concerning the Wettish and Venuti properties. First Selectman Denvir thanked the members of the Committee for their extraordinary work in preparing this presentation. Rev. Cornell wished to publicly thank Ms. Lally and everyone on the Committee for all the work they did. There was a brief discussion regarding Sheldon Field, Evergreen Cemetery property and the Bosco property. Selectman Dudek asked if the recommendations were prioritized or were they equal. Rev. Cornell noted they were not prioritized, but Town owned land should be looked at first. First Selectman Elect Klein noted the Town is growing whether it likes it or not, and it must look at the large tracts of land. Once these large tracts of land are gone, that's it. Selectman Dudek noted he was very happy with what he has seen from the Committee and it will continue to be tuned and rolled. Selectman Annino noted it was a good job. Mr. Klein noted it was an excellent job.

Peter Venuti congratulated the Committee members on an absolutely tremendous job. He asked whether the municipal field was the old Bagwell field or was it a new spot. Selectman Elect Sipples noted it was not where the old Bagwell Complex was scheduled to go, but this was an area that was considered to be passive recreation. Eric Auer reviewed the location on the map. Mr. Venuti also noted that in the Town Centre plan the Rocco Field would be lost. Ms. Lally noted only if it was going to be replaced. First Selectman Denvir noted this discussion should really be held with the Field Study Committee and not at this meeting. Mr. Venuti asked that the new Board of Selectmen look at the Venuti property to see what can be fit on it.

Chris Kelly noted that 10 years ago the Bagwell property was looked at and turned down because engineering said it wasn't possible. He asked if that was the same area. Mr. Sipples noted it was not the same area. Bagwell was designed to go behind the Library where there is a lot of ledge. The area now being talked about is behind where the Town Crew is. There has not been any testing or engineering yet though. The issue of irrigation was discussed.

4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
The following refunds were reviewed -
$ 37.23 Charles E. Taylor Motor Vehicle reg. in another State
$ 124.99 Automotive Rentals Inc. Motor Vehicle sold
$ 314.23 Chase Manhattan Auto Finance Corp. Motor Vehicle sold
$ 28.97 Elliott A. Gruskin Motor Vehicle reg. in another State
$ 70.84 Estate of Joan B. or Arwin E. Somerville Motor Vehicle totaled
$ 17.13 Patricia Johannes Correcting assessment error

Motion by Selectman Annino to approve tax refunds as noted above. Voting in favor - Annino, Dudek, Denvir. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

5. Appointments/Vacancies - none.

6. Old Business
1. 2006 Board of Selectmen Meeting Schedule
The proposed 2006 schedule was reviewed. It was noted this schedule must be filed with the Town Clerk's office by January 31st of every year. Mr. Denvir reviewed special meeting procedures. There was no objection to the schedule, but it was decided to wait and let the new Board vote on the 2006 schedule. Motion by First Selectman Denvir to table the approval of the 2006 schedule until the next meeting. Voting in favor - Denvir, Dudek, Annino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

7. New Business
1. Rachel's Court - Road Acceptance
Motion by First Selectman Denvir that the Town accept and adopt the road known as Rachel's Court in the same manner as was approved by the Town Meeting a few weeks ago. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

2. Annual Town Report
First Selectman Denvir noted that Selectman Annino had inquired as to why there was no Board of Selectmen report in the Annual Report. Mr. Denvir noted it was his fault there was no BOS report and explained it is the Board of Finance that sends out notice to all boards and commissions to make a submission to the Annual Report. He noted he has always been disappointed in the Annual Report and felt it could be done much better than it is. Traditionally, the First Selectman prepares the BOS submission and works closely with the Board of Finance. This year the deadline passed and there was no follow up prompt and the report was printed without Mr. Denvir's knowledge. Mr. Denvir apologized noting this was in no way the fault of the Board of Finance as he was the one that missed the deadline, but normally he would have gotten a reminder from the BOF. Selectman Dudek noted the Charter states a deadline for when the Annual Report must be accepted by the Town.

8. DLD Announcements - none.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Annino noted it was brought to his attention that the individual hired at the compactor site as a replacement was brought in at a higher pay level and there is some dissention among the ranks that must be addressed. First Selectman Denvir noted he agreed but it is a personnel matter that should be discussed under Executive Session.

Selectman Annino voiced his displeasure in the fact the Board of Finance Minutes did not contain sufficient information and urged that Board to put as much verbiage in their minutes as possible. Mr. Sipples noted year end results were not part of the Minutes Selectman Annino was referring to. Every board and commission should be able to receive a monthly print out. Due to the change over in computers, no one had gotten a print out for about 3 months.

10. Executive Session: Land Negotiations and Labor Negotiations
Motion by First Selectman Denvir to go into Executive Session at 8:40 PM for the purpose of discussing Land and Labor Negotiations extending an invitation to First Selectman Elect Klein and Selectman Elect Sipples to attend. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by Selectman Dudek to come out of Executive Session at 10:20 PM. Voting in favor - Dudek, Denvir, Annino. No actions were taken during Executive Session.

11. Adjournment
Motion by Selectman Annino to adjourn at 10:21 PM. Voting in favor - Annino, Dudek, Denvir. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.
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MINUTES of the
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
October 24 , 2005

1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held its regular meeting on Monday, October 24, 2005, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, Connecticut. In attendance were First Selectman David Denvir, Selectman Louis Annino and Selectman Fred Dudek. First Selectman Denvir called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2. Approval of Minutes of October 11, 2005
Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek, to approve the October 11, 2005 Minutes as written. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

3. Visitors
The Honorable Probate Judge Judith Lentz was present. Judge Lentz noted she was here on behalf of the incoming Judge. The Probate Administrator's Office of the State has provided all 123 probate courts with computers. The computers are all the same and the State has provided training. The State has also indicated that each court must have a dedicated phone line for the computer by the end of December 2005. Judge Lentz asked that the Board of Selectmen look into this so that the incoming Judge will have this available. The Board of Selectmen agreed that Mr. Denvir will contact SBC tomorrow morning to get a dedicated phone line for the Probate Court. First Selectman Denvir noted he would like to take this opportunity to thank The Honorable Judge Lentz for all her years of dedicated service to the Killingworth Probate Court. He also noted that Judge Lentz had been cited years ago as a poster child for being a non-attorney probate judge.

Richard Pleines, Hilary Kumnick and Derrick Schull were present from the Land Use Committee to review the status of relocating the transfer station. Mr. Kumnick noted they were present to answer any questions regarding this issue and keeping the project on track. He reviewed the permitting process. Selectman Dudek noted the Board was led to believe there was a modification to the roadway, and also asked how long the permits were good for once granted. If the permits expire, will there be an additional expense to renew them. Mr. Kumnick explained the Committee needs to get the Board of Selectmen to sign off on this because if the wetlands buffer is ever increased, the Town won't be able to put anything on this site. He reviewed the location of the road, the relocation of the compactor, retention and drainage for Phase 2. Mr. Kumnick noted the bid documents were done for the current phase but this needs to go to Town Meeting first. Mr. Klein asked if the State could come in and say it has to come out of there as they did in the Town of Haddam. First Selectman Denvir pointed out that in Haddam, it was constructed partially on State property and that's why it had to be moved. It was noted Rocco Reale Field would disappear with Phase 2, but not until it is built somewhere else. Mr. Klein recommended going to the Wetlands Commission as soon as possible because they are discussing the expansion of the buffer area. Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek, to go forward with the permitting process for the Town Compactor on the local, State and Federal level. Voting in favor - Annino, Dudek, Denvir. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
The following refunds were reviewed -
$ 43.73 David A. Goldberg Motor Vehicle Donated
$ 55.92 Timothy Novak Motor Vehicle Sold
Motion by Selectman Annino to pay tax refunds as noted above and reviewed. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

5. Appointments/Vacancies
First Selectman Denvir noted the new municipal agent has been hired, but her appointment should be done by the new Board of Selectmen in January.

6. Old Business - none.

7. New Business
1. Killingworth Probate Court
2. Town Centre/Land Use Committee
First Selectman Denvir noted both of these items had been discussed under Visitors above.

8. DLD Announcements - none.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Annino thanked First Selectman Denvir for his 12 years of service. He noted the new successful candidates will join the Board of Selectmen at its November 14th meeting. The Field Study Committee will also be joining the Board to do a presentation of their report. There will also be an overlap in transition in the Charter Revision Committee.

Selectman Annino noted the Town is in the middle of labor contract negotiations and suggested the new contract be signed by all three selectmen, instead of just one as happened in the past. The contract was then put in a draw and the other two selectmen never saw it. He also suggested the contract be appended to the Selectmen's Minutes so that the townspeople know about it.

Selectman Dudek noted he saw in the Water Pollution Control Authority Minutes that there was an environmental complaint and that the Selectmen were invited to attend but did not come. He indicated he took exception to the fact that it was noted in those minutes that the Selectmen did not come, but he was personally never advised of the meeting.

10. Executive Session - Labor Negotiation
Motion by First Selectman Denvir to go into Executive Session for the purpose of Labor Negotiations at 7:30 PM. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried. Motion by Selectman Annino to come out of Executive Session at 7:45 PM. Voting in favor - Annino, Dudek, Denvir. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

11. Adjournment
Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek, to adjourn at 7:46 PM. Voting in favor - Dudek, Annino, Denvir. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

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MINUTES of the
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
October 11 , 2005

1. Call to Order
The Killingworth Board of Selectmen held its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2005, at the Killingworth Town Office Building, 323 Route 81, Killingworth, Connecticut. In attendance were First Selectman David Denvir, Selectman Louis Annino and Selectman Fred Dudek. First Selectman Denvir called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2. Approval of Minutes of Meeting held September 26, 2005
Motion by Selectman Dudek to approve the September 12 and 26, 2005 Minutes with the following amendment to the September 12, 2005 Minutes -
• Page 2, change motion to read "Motion by Annino to approve tax abatement of $26.24 to Stuart Clayton. SO VOTED."
SO VOTED.

3. Visitors

4. Tax Abatements & Refunds
Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek, to approve the below noted Tax Refunds -
$ 48.44 Estate of Stanley Volpe, c/o Pamela Santillo, Executor
$ 10.17 Wendy Epstein
$199.80 Rosemary Accard
$ 6.10 Robert C. Anderson
$ 96.29 R. K. A. Inc.
$ 41.09 Chase Manhattan Auto Finance Corp.
$ 8.28 John C. Amport
SO VOTED.

5. Appointments/Vacancies
1. H-K Recreation Authority
Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek. To approve the appointment of Christopher Kelly to the Park & Recreation Commission. SO VOTED.

Motion by First Selectman Denvir, to appoint Dan Colonia, Shelly Cumpstone and John Machold to the H-K Recreation Authority and to add this item to the upcoming Town Meeting Call along with approval of Rachel's Court and passing an Ordinance designating IWWC as the Aquifer Protection Agency. SO VOTED.
2. Municipal Agent
First Selectman Denvir noted Diane Gladstone has been hired as the Municipal Agent and was pleased to have her on board.

6. Old Business
1. Transfer Station Permitting
There was discussion regarding the relocation of the road and Selectmen Annino and Dudek indicated they would like to know more about the modification. It was the understanding that any changes to the original concept of this plan would require further Town Meeting approval. First Selectman Denvir noted he would speak with the Land Use Committee about getting some more information.

2. Town Meeting Authorization
First Selectman Denvir noted he would like to add to the Town Meeting Call the approval of the Annual Report. There was no objection to doing so.

7. New Business - none.

8 DLD Announcements - none.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Annino referenced the Library Board Minutes in which it stated there was a motion to withdraw $7,800 from the earnings of the Endowment Income which represents 75 percent of the income. He felt there was a concern about that. First Selectman Denvir noted he was also concerned about the Library talking with Senator Meyers about the STEAP Grant status. These are available to municipalities and not private organizations and there would be a concern if they applied for a STEAP grant and didn't check with the Town. First Selectman Denvir will discuss this with Nancy Bradley.

Selectman Dudek noted it has been determined that Mr. Adametz had not been reappointed to the Park & Recreation Commission. Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek. To approve the appointment of Christopher Kelly to the Park & Recreation Commission. SO VOTED.

10. Executive Session - Employee Issue, Land Acquisition
Motion by First Selectman Denvir to adjourn to Executive Session at 7:30 PM for the purpose of discussing an Employee Issue and Land Acquisition. SO VOTED.

Motion by Selectman Dudek to come out of Executive Session at 8:03 PM. SO VOTED. No actions were taken during Executive Session.

11. Adjournment
Motion by Selectman Annino to adjourn at 8:04 PM. SO VOTED.

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MINUTES of the
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
September 26, 2005

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REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
September 12, 2005

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REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
August 22, 2005

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MINUTES of the
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF SELECTMEN
August 8, 2005

2. Approval of July 18, 2005 Special Meeting Minutes and July 25, 2005 Regular Meeting Minutes
Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek, to approve the July 18, 2005 Special Meeting Minutes as written. Voting in favor - Dudek, Annino, Denvir. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Motion by First Selectman Denvir, second by Selectman Annino, to approve the July 25, 2005 Regular Meeting Minutes as written. Voting in favor - Annino, Denvir, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

3. Visitors
Trooper First Class Kevin Stratton was introduced. He noted the Town has been pretty quiet. There haven't been any burglaries in about 3 months. He reviewed the recent apprehension of a roofing contractor. He noted there were speeding problems on all side roads and Route 81. Selectman Annino noted he lives on Route 148 and asked if there were any limits on noise from motorcycles. Trooper Stratton noted that if they think the noise is too loud, they issue a written warning and the motorcycle then has to be taken to the Department of Motor Vehicles for inspection.

Ruth Patrick asked about the status of 660 Route 81. First Selectman Denvir noted he didn't have anything to add. The Land Trust is not interested. Ms. Patrick asked if the Board would consider turning this matter back over to her and letting her do with she thinks is best for the Town. First Selectman Denvir noted it is still a town owned property, but it is this Board that must make a policy decision as far as he was concerned. Ms. Patrick asked if the Board would consider reviewing her suggestions for the property and it agreed to do so.

Ruth Patrick noted she was concerned about the computer back up. Selectman Dudek noted he looked at it and found that the tape was sticking out and not in the slot, so it wasn't backing up. Ms. Patrick noted she had made arrangements to back up her own system, but the rest of the Town Hall was not backing up. She also noted there had been some problems with the Assessor's system in the old building and she wasn't sure if that had been fixed. First Selectman Denvir noted he would ask either Fuss & O'Neill or Don Cotton to look at it.

Jeff Reisman, Peter Venuti and Steve Hollander were present for the PAYT Committee. Mr. Reisman noted he had 3 items he wished to discuss - decals, brochures and mixed paper recycling. He indicated a brochure was put together on the transfer station to enhance its use and improve the way it operates. There was much discussion regarding a proposed agreement between Willimantic Waste and the Town to begin collection and disposal of mixed paper. Mr. Reisman asked if the agreement was still under consideration and not signed. He asked what needed to be done to get the mixed paper recycling under way. First Selectman Denvir noted he took umbrage with the statement that the Town was throwing money away by not starting the mixed paper recycling. He noted that he received a call from a member of PAYT Committee saying the Committee wasn't sure if it liked the contract, and then two weeks later received a call saying to go ahead with the contract. Mr. Reisman noted he thought the Board of Selectmen had agreed to go ahead with the contract at its meeting of July 25th. He asked how soon it would be before the contract was signed and they could start mixed paper recycling. There was much discussion about using new bins versus renting a bin from Willimantic Waste until the new bins arrive. First Selectman Denvir reiterated just for the record that it was his understanding the Board was going to enter into an agreement with Willimantic Waste when within a matter of days a Committee member said don't sign the agreement because it was going to be changed. The bids for the new containers were then opened and sent to Mr. Ward for a recommendation. Mr. Venuti asked how long it would take to get a container. Mr. Ward replied 6 weeks. The question was again asked as to how soon this could be started. First Selectman Denvir noted it is up to the Board of Selectmen to decide whether or not to do this and whether it wants to enter into a lease agreement that will be terminated in 30 to 40 days. There was discussion as to whether the entire agreement would be terminated or just the bin. Mr. Ward noted that he didn't think Willimantic would want to haul our container. Selectman Annino noted there should be a designated spokesman from the Committee to the Selectmen's Office. He also noted the study indicated this recycling would lengthen the use of the site for about 10 years and asked if that was correct. Mr. Venuti noted that was the Committee's projection that this recycling would reduce the solid MSW. Selectman Dudek noted he was in favor of going with Willimantic as it solves the manpower problem and allows the program to get started. It was noted the change of hours at the transfer station is working out fine. There was discussion regarding using the 30 yard bin and whether it would hold 6 tons. There was a consensus that this should be tried for two months on a trial basis. First Selectman Denvir will contact Willimantic Waste about the contract. There was discussion regarding the new brochures. First Selectman Denvir will contact Technique Printers regarding the printing of the brochures. There was discussion regarding the new decals that should be available in October. It was agreed to order 7000 decals of a different color than the existing red ones. Selectman Annino noted for the record that the Board of Selectmen thanks the whole PAYT Committee with special kudos to Amy Perry.

7. New Business
1. Award of Bids for a) Roll-Off Truck w/Hoist, and b) Enclosed & Open Top Containers
Jim Ward noted it was his recommendation to go with Rudco Products, Inc. from New Jersey for the two 50 yard enclosed containers with sliding doors and one 50 yard open top standard container in the amount of $17,280. He also recommended going with Nutmeg International Trucks for the 2006 Tri-axle Roll Off with 75,000 pound hoist and pioneer cover system strongarm in the amount of $140,750. He further noted Walter Adametz contacted the interest company and the total price for the tri-axle would be $148,000 with interest.

Motion by First Selectman Denvir to award the bids to Rudco Products, Inc. (for the containers) and Nutmeg International Trucks (for the 2006 Tri-axle). Voting in favor - Denvir, Dudek, Annino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

Selectman Annino asked Mr. Ward about the status of the yellow line painting. Mr. Ward noted they are waiting until the chip sealing is completed. Selectman Annino asked Mr. Ward about the tree in the cemetery on Lovers Lane. Mr. Ward noted they will push it into the woods.
4. Tax Abatements and Refunds
Motion by Selectman Annino, second by Selectman Dudek, to approve the tax abatements and refunds as described on the attached list to these Minutes. Voting in favor - Dudek, Denvir, Annino. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

5. Appointments & Vacancies
1. Charter Revision Commission
First Selectman Denvir reviewed the Democratic vacancy on this Commission noting he has not discussed this with Town Counsel due to the fact several thousands of dollars have already been spent on Town Counsel having to do with the Region 17 Cease & Desist Order for the Vortechnics particle separator. Selectman Annino noted he received a call from Mr. Sanders today who asked if this could be put off for two more weeks as he was busy with work today and didn't have time to attend to this matter. There was no objection to deferring this for a couple of weeks.

2. Field Study Committee
First Selectman Denvir noted he spoke with Rev. Ed Cornell today who is the FSC Chairman. Rev. Cornell stated he didn't think it would be productive to fill the vacant spot at this time as they were already in the process of preparing the short term report.

6. Old Business
1. Office of Municipal Agent
First Selectman Denvir asked for thoughts from Selectmen Annino and Dudek on whether to move either the Registrars or the Probate Court upstairs. Selectman Annino noted he was concerned with this office being upstairs.

2. Pension Plan Update
First Selectman Denvir noted he met with Merrill Lynch to sign necessary documents to transfer assets as needed. They are aware this needs to be up and running by the end of the year, as the first payouts are in January. Mr. Denvir noted he was waiting to receive a copy of the signed agreement.

8. DLD Announcements
First Selectman Denvir noted local Towns are being contacted by an organization looking for funding of $1500 to construct a Korean War Veterans Memorial in Middletown at the Veterans Cemetery. Mr. Denvir indicated there was no line item for this in the budget and that the local memorial fund for Vietnam has not been funded. It was decided Mr. Denvir will contact the local veterans group regarding this matter.

9. Selectmen's Concerns
Selectman Dudek reiterated he was concerned about the lack of computer back up for the Town.

10. Executive Session - Office of Municipal Agent
Motion by First Selectman Denvir to go into Executive Session at 8:05 PM to discuss the Office of Municipal Agent. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried. Motion by Selectman Annino to come out of Executive Session at 8:20 PM. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried. No action was taken.
Adjournment
Motion by Selectman Dudek, second by Selectman Annino, to adjourn at 8:21 PM. Voting in favor - Denvir, Annino, Dudek. Opposed - none. Motion Carried.

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