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ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 3, 2001
A Regular Meeting of the Enfield Town Council was called to order by Chairman Vayda in the Council Chambers of the Enfield Town Hall, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, Connecticut on Monday, December 3, 2001 at 7:50 p.m.
PRAYER The Prayer was given by Councilman Egan.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
ROLL-CALL Present were Councilmen Edgar, Egan, Falk, Fiore, Hall, Mangini, Strom, Tait, Tallarita, and Vayda. Councilman Kaupin was absent. Also present were Town Manager, Scott A. Shanley; Assistant Town Manger, Daniel Vindigni; Director of Public Works, John J. Kazmarski; Director of Finance, Gregory R. Simmons; Town Clerk, Suzanne F. Olechnicki.
MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETINGS
MOTION #5564 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Hall to accept the minutes of the November 15, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5564 adopted 10-0-0.
MOTION #5565 by Councilman Hall, seconded by Councilman Strom to accept the minutes of the November 19, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5565 adopted 10-0-0.
MOTION #5566 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Tait to accept the minutes of the November 19, 2001 Regular Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5566 adopted 10-0-0.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Joseph Ciroce, 10 Briarwood Drive
Stated his belief it was wrong for the Council to override the Planning & Zonings decision concerning the Head Start building. He went on to state his belief it was wrong to take space away from the new senior center building.
Mr. Circoce stated his belief the Town Charter should be changed so that people have more of a voice on the Town budget. He stated his belief taxpayers arent represented by the Council or Board of Education.
Mary Ann Turner, 7 Meadow Road
Thanked Councilman Falk for following through regarding Meadow Road. She pointed out Meadow Road has only seven homes, and there are 32 condominiums behind her home. She noted her neighbor has been coming to the engineering department several times over the last couple years asking the Town to address a water problem on Meadow Road. She stated about three weeks ago the Town installed a very big drain, and asphalt was put in and they stopped at her mailbox and did not finish to the drain. She questioned when theyre coming back to finish the asphalt work.
Ms. Turner questioned what time Council meetings start.
She referred to a November 26th Journal Inquirer article about teachers raises that states teachers will be getting a 10% increase over the next three years. She noted the article says in addition to the wage increases, the contract includes increases in life insurance, the cost of health maintenance organization and insurance plans, and more pay for teachers with 30 or more years experience. She questioned how much this totals in the increase.
Ms. Turner voiced her disappointment about the Councils decision regarding the Head Start building.
She requested answers to her questions be e-mailed to her.
Margaret Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Requested her following questions be answered in writing:
- Enfields Town Council voted on and passed a resolution to break away from the CRT on a certain date that the Town Manager will furnish her with pertaining to the Head Start program and the administering thereof. Has CRT ever given permission to Enfield to break away from them?
- Has Enfields Town Council ever passed a resolution and voted on it to rescind the other resolution or whatever it takes to back away from the decision concerning this matter?
- Why has the school department and Town Council placed the Enfield taxpayers into the position where property owners will be required to pay approximately $1 million dollars toward a federal programs building?
Ms. Jedziniak stated her belief Enfield taxpayers shouldnt have to pay any tax money out of local taxes for this building.
Mrs. Collins, 25 Gordon Lane
Questioned whats going on in the Hazardville section.
Ms. Collins stated her belief the school system will have the Town of Enfield heavily in debt. She stated her hope someone is keeping track of the money.
Robert Tkacz, 1300 Enfield Street
Stated the Schools budget has never been audited.
Mr. Tkacz requested a legal opinion as to when Town Council meetings are scheduled to begin.
Frank Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Commended Planning & Zoning and Public Works for the work they have been doing. He concluded stating his belief the Town of Enfield could use a third party.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Councilman Falk stated Emhart Glass moved into Town and theres no curb cut for this business. He suggested perhaps this could be looked into.
Councilman Falk questioned the status on the leaf program.
Councilman Falk questioned the Route 190 Corridor Study and the rumor about dead ending a street and whether residents in that area are aware of this and whether they agree or disagree with this idea.
Councilman Mangini stated the children in the After School Program are in need of small gift items so that they can give to their parents and family.
Councilman Mangini read a letter from the Enfield Food Shelf. (Copy appended)
Councilman Fiore stated his belief they did not take any space from anyone regarding the new senior citizens center. He added his belief they are on budget, and possibly under budget with this project.
Councilman Fiore stated in August of 2000, the Director of Finance ran a simulation outlining the Towns four bond obligations, i.e., when the Town would begin paying on them and what the effect of that will be on the budget and mil rate. He noted since that time, there have been a few changes. He requested the Director of Finance run this simulation again.
Councilman Fiore noted the Town currently has an industrial park fund and he would like to see how much of that money has actually been used to maintain the current industrial park over the years. Mr. Shanley stated they have not used that money for that purpose.
Councilman Fiore stated a couple months ago he asked for a copy of the false alarm policy and what the procedures were. He requested that information be provided to him.
Councilman Egan commended the fire departments for the nice Torchlight Parade. She noted Voices, Inc. did a nice job as well. She stated the Whiffenpoofs will be in town soon, and Voices, Inc. has another concert coming up.
Councilman Edgar stated his understanding there was a workout room that used to be available at the Lamagna Activity Center and this was used by senior citizens, however, that has been done away with.
Councilman Edgar stated hes getting questions regarding the leaf program.
Councilman Edgar stated at the last meeting he asked the Town Attorneys Office to have bond counsels opinion on the free-standing building reviewed by the Attorney Generals Office. He noted if this request must be in writing, he can provide that. Attorney Bromson stated his office is acting upon this in an appropriate manner, and he will advise the Council.
Councilman Strom questioned whether the senior center is approximately 20,000 square feet. Mr. Shanley stated the original plan was 24,000 square feet. He noted the reduction of that allowed them to save some money, but the amount of square footage for the seniors was 20,000 square feet and is still 20,000 square feet, and that has not changed since the very beginning.
Councilman Strom referred to the old senior center and when its vacated and questioned if there was ever a study done as to what the load bearing would be for those floors. Mr. Shanley stated there may have been some analysis in the past, but nothing recent. He stated at some point when a determination has been made by the Town Council as to what they wish to do with this building, they can do the analysis necessary to determine what it would take to allow that to happen.
Councilman Strom stated they had several informal discussion about the process for making appointments to some of the land use boards. She questioned whether an item can be added to this evenings agenda regarding this.
MOTION #5567 by Councilman Strom, seconded by Councilman Mangini to suspend the rules to add Item e. under Items for Discussion regarding Appointments to Land Use Boards on this evenings agenda.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5567 adopted 10-0-0.
TOWN MANAGER REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Shanley pointed out the senior center was 20,000 square feet, and not a single foot was taken away, and thats what is being built. He noted there was a reduction in the plan to add some social services functions to that facility, and there is some savings as a result.
Mr. Shanley referred to the curb cut situation on Phoenix Avenue. He added he will provide an update on this.
Mr. Shanley referred to the 190 Corridor Study and noted the final steering committee meeting was held last Monday night. He noted at the previous public meeting, where there were a number of residents who live on Scitico and Leary, there was a proposal to make Scitico one way off of Route 190 and there were some residents who suggested they look at a cul-de-sac or hammerhead and actually close off Scitico entirely from Route 190. He stated CRCOG engineers subsequently took their advice as an option and presented two options to the steering committee for Scitico Road one being one-way in and the other is a cul-de-sac/hammerhead arrangement of some kind to actually close off that road. He noted they did some extensive traffic analysis and counts in the neighborhood to see how much traffic comes and goes in this area. He noted when this goes to the final public hearing, there will be two options for Scitico. He stated either arrangement will make a considerable improvement in the traffic flow at Taylor Road.
Mr. Shanley stated he will get information on the workout room at the Lamagna Activity Center. He stated his belief that was discontinued a long time ago.
Mr. Kazmarski updated the Council on the leaf program. He noted due to dry weather conditions leaves were staying on the trees, particularly with oak trees. He stated precipitation over the past week has brought down the vast majority of the late leaves. He noted theyve completed every section in Enfield, except section four, which is the southerly section, however, they are doing that section right now. He pointed out other holdups were attributable to equipment breakdowns and the shortage of temporary help. He noted they have been through some areas twice and perhaps will be visiting some of those areas a third time.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Attorney Bromson stated he would provide his report in Executive Session.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL
Councilman Mangini stated the Indoor Recreation Subcommittee met recently and they had a couple guests from the Top Soccer Program to talk about the possibility of integrated indoor basketball where they have children with disabilities intermingling with physically unchallenged children. She noted when the schools are all completed, they might be able to look into some recreation for individuals. She added they will be discussing scheduling of the schools upon completion.
OLD BUSINESS
APPOINTMENTS (TOWN COUNCIL)
All Town Council appointments remained tabled.
APPOINTMENTS (TOWN MANAGER)
All Town Manager appointments remained tabled.
Items c., d., and e. remained on the table.
MOTION #5568 by Councilman Fiore, seconded by Councilman Mangini to remove Item f. from the table.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5568 adopted 10-0-0.
DISCUSSION RE: TANGUAY/MCGILL POST 80 LEASE
Mr. Shanley stated they will make every effort to have this available for the next agenda. He noted they do have a response from the Town Attorneys Office.
Councilman Fiore questioned whether they have a copy of the insurance policy. Mr. Shanley responded not at this point.
Councilman Fiore questioned what land they are talking about. Mr. Shanley stated he will provide a good copy of a map so that they know exactly what theyre talking about.
Councilman Mangini requested someone get back to Mr. DAmato to let him know the status of this. Mr. Shanley indicated hed call him.
Councilman Mangini questioned whether this is a lease for a building and/or land. Mr. Shanley responded land.
Councilman Mangini questioned if it has been brought to the attention of the Tanguay/McGill Post that they have not provided the proper insurance policy. Mr. Shanley responded not at this point.
Councilman Edgar stated an insurance policy should be furnished before the lease is signed.
Councilman Falk questioned the possibility of creating a ball field on this land. Mr. Shanley responded he didnt know.
Councilman Falk questioned if leasing this land means the Town cannot use it for recreation. Mr. Shanley stated it depends on how the lease is worded.
Councilman Fiore stated his belief that is space that could be used someday.
Councilman Edgar stated over two years ago he suggested they redevelop that land. He pointed out that land is not level at this time because a lot of material from Town construction projects was dumped in this area.
Councilman Mangini stated the importance of informing the Tanguay/McGill Post about these concerns. She requested they be made aware of this.
Mr. Shanley noted another question might be why are they leasing the entire dingle, and why not lease just the area of parking. He noted that would then require a map and engineering drawing. He stated he will let Tanguay/McGill Post know the Town Council is concerned about leasing the whole space.
MOTION #5569 by Councilman Strom, seconded by Councilman Mangini to retable this item.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5569 adopted 10-0-0.
Item g. remained on the table.
NEW BUSINESS
APPOINTMENTS (TOWN COUNCIL)
All Town Council appointments remained on the agenda.
APPOINTMENTS (TOWN MANAGER)
MOTION #5570 by Councilman Strom, seconded by Councilman Mangini to accept the Town Managers recommendation to reappoint Marguerite Duprey (R) to the Commission on Aging for a term which expires 12/31/04.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5570 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #5571 by Councilman Strom, seconded by Councilman Tait.
RESOLVED, that the Enfield Town Council does hereby approve the three (3) year Enfield Teachers Association Contract dated July 1, 2002 through June 30, 2005.
Present for this discussion were Craig Cooke, Human Resources Director for Enfield Public Schools and Kenneth Hilinski, member of the Enfield Board of Education.
Councilman Falk stated he was part of the negotiating team and everyone handled themselves in a very professional manner. He stated his belief in the end a reasonable agreement was mutually agreed to. He feels this is a good contract and hes very pleased with the outcome. He noted a question was raised earlier in the evening as to what the overall budget impact is for all of the issues that are being approved as part of this contract.
Mr. Cooke stated as concerns the cost of the increase for the life insurance, they have been told theres no increase for next year. He noted another issue raised had to do with the increase in the HMO cost share. He stated that is actually more money that theyll receive back from anyone who selects the HMO option. He noted currently it was 8% and next year it will go to 12%. He pointed out this is more cost share that the employee will be paying. He noted they only had about 40 members on that, and theyre anticipating cost savings of about $3,000 or $4,000, depending on what insurance options those employees select. He stated in the case of the increase in the longevity, that may change with retirements, but the increase is basically $250 per teacher that has 30 years of service, and theyre anticipating that increase to be in the area of $4,000 to $5,000.
He noted theyll have some new people coming in that will be eligible for that benefit starting in September, and theyll have some retirees who come off of receiving that benefit.
Councilman Falk questioned the total value of the salary increase and what percentage is that of the increase to the current budget. Mr. Cooke stated the total increase with step was 4.75%, and with the items added on, theyre still probably about 4.85%. He added he does not have the total dollar value at this time, but can provide that.
Councilman Edgar questioned the complete cost of the contract. Mr. Cooke stated he does not have that with him tonight, but will pass that on to the Town Manager tomorrow. He went on to note the increase over the total 10% would be minimal. He pointed out the insurance is actually a give back because thats something employees will be paying more on. He stated the life insurance was a no cost issue and the longevity is probably $5,000 total per year.
Councilman Edgar questioned how many insurance plans are available. Mr. Cooke responded they have 510 contracts for the health insurance.
Councilman Edgar questioned if there were any negotiations with any increases or decreases to the pension program. Mr. Cooke noted they do not negotiate the pension plan directly with the teachers because thats a State benefit. He noted the teachers pay directly to the state, and the Town doesnt contribute anything to the pension plans for the teachers.
Chairman Vayda referred to the overall increase and questioned how this compares to other towns. Mr. Cooke stated the average they are seeing at this time was a year one 3.94%; year two 4.02% and year three 3.91%. He went on to note the state averages are roughly .7 to .8 percent higher than Enfield.
Councilman Vayda questioned if Enfield Public Schools is having any difficulty finding teachers. Mr. Cooke stated theyve been very fortunate in the past couple years. He noted Enfields location is probably one of the best locations in the state in terms of recruitment because of its proximity to Massachusetts. He noted Enfield Schools hires about one-third of its staff from Massachusetts. He stated there probably will be certain positions more difficult to fill, i.e., department heads and the sciences.
Councilman Edgar questioned by comparison to other cities and towns, is Enfield still in the top ten percent for salaries. Mr. Cooke stated in Hartford County, Enfield is probably still in the top third.
Councilman Edgar stated he would like a complete copy of the contract.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5571 adopted 10-0-0.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
DISCUSSION RE: RESOLUTION RE: SMALL CITIES GRANT APPLICATION
Mr. Shanley stated he was asked today to withdraw this. He noted they work very closely with DECD, and they have another plan they wish to try before actually applying for this $500,000.
MOTION #5572 by Councilman Fiore, seconded by Councilman Mangini to suspend the rules to address Items b. and d. under Miscellaneous this evening.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5572 adopted 10-0-0.
DISCUSSION RE: AUTHORIZATION TO BID “HEAD START” FACILITY PER BUILDING COMMITTEE CHARGE
Mr. Shanley stated the Building Committee would like to put all of package #3 together and out to bid at the same time. He noted they will have all of the bid document drawings available for the Town Council to review in his office the week before the Council approves them to go out to bid. He noted this package includes JFK, Enfield Street School and Head Start.
Councilman Hall stated everyone should make an effort to get to the Town Managers Office to review the plans once theyre available.
Councilman Edgar stated he would like a copy of Bid Package #3. Mr. Shanley stated he will be getting the entire package in his office. He noted at that time there will be a briefing by a member of the Building Committee on each of the projects. He pointed out there are many blueprint documents for each school.
DISCUSSION RE: LAND USE BOARDS
Councilman Strom stated in the past they talked about a procedure for appointments to land use boards. She noted at that time there was discussion regarding the Council, as a whole, interviewing applicants for Planning & Zoning. She pointed out that was done in the past, however, shes unsure when that stopped. She noted she would like other peoples opinions. She added she would like this procedure for Planning & Zoning and the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Councilman Falk stated his recollection that in 1985 the Council interviewed all of the candidates. He noted he was one of those candidates, and he felt it was a positive experience. He stated at times people get into things without realizing what theyre getting into as concerns time commitments and legal responsibilities. He stated his belief this is a good concept, and he feels this would be a benefit in improving the quality of people and the output of the commissions that represent the town.
Councilman Egan stated after the last election, they had set up a subcommittee with herself, Councilmen Mangini, Strom and McGuire. She noted it was their intent to try and formulate some type of procedure, however, due to time constraints and having to appoint people within a short period of time, they never really did formulate a policy. She feels they should look at what has been done in the past and what has worked. She added there has been a lot of discussion about an emphasis being put on education and that being part of the prerequisite. She noted anyone willing to serve should also be willing to take the time to get the education. She stated these are very important boards, and she feels this is an area they really need to look closely at.
Councilman Tallarita questioned if theres anything that would prohibit them as an entire Council from having these interviews in private, or do these interviews have to be held in a public forum. Attorney Bromson stated his belief these can be done in an Executive Session, as long as its listed as an Executive Session item, i.e., “Interviews for Boards and Commissions”, unless an applicant requests it be done in open session. He added they can confirm this with FOI.
Councilman Mangini agreed with Councilman Egan. She noted the Council has a responsibility to maintain the utmost duty to the citizens of Enfield. She feels the interview is a must and that the education process is important. She noted there are courses that the Town will offer to people, and they need to be sure these applicants are willing to take advantage of that opportunity.
Councilman Tait agreed with Councilmen Mangini and Egan. He pointed out these are boards of law, and theres a lot to know. He noted the people who take on these responsibilities need to be extremely familiar with the law. He agreed there needs to be an education process.
Councilman Strom stated if the Council decides they want to do this, they need to look at a date prior to the next meeting because several applicants have already come in.
Councilman Falk agreed it will be necessary to move quickly to set up a night for interviews.
Councilman Hall stated she likes the idea of an interview process as a body. She stated her belief its important to these two boards that they send a message to the town that theyre taking these appointments extremely seriously with the problems that theyve had with the present zoning board. She feels conducting this as a collective group shows the Council is unified in their decisions as well as their interview process.
Councilman Fiore stated hes very hesitant doing this. He stated his belief the next round of appointments are very important. He noted hes reluctant to do this as a joint body. He stated individuals may be very intimidated by what may seem like an inquisition. He noted he is confident he wouldnt have a problem with whoever the Republicans propose, and he hopes the Republicans would feel the same about the Democrats choices.
Councilman Strom stated this might mean an individual has to be interviewed twice if the other party wishes to interview candidates. She feels it makes more sense for eleven Council members to sit at one meeting and interview all the applicants.
Councilman Mangini stated each party could bring forward their representation of the best candidate.
Councilman Vayda stated at the end of the process they need to have some kind of a mechanism for identifying who those final selected candidates are. He noted they need to approve that as a part of this whole process.
Councilman Edgar agreed with Councilman Fiore. He noted if a candidate wants this position, they wont have any reservations about coming here twice. He questioned when this has to be done. Chairman Vayda responded by December 31st.
Councilman Edgar questioned if its mandatory that the appointments be made by December 31st. Attorney Bromson stated he will check into this tomorrow and fax and e-mail everyone an answer. He noted this has come up before, and there is a “drop dead” date as to when this has to be done. Councilman Edgar questioned if this concerns all commissions and boards or just P&Z and ZBA. Attorney Bromson responded those are in the Charter, and there are others that are not controlled by Charter, i.e., some are controlled by state statute and others are controlled by the by-laws or charge of the Council.
Councilman Egan stated the process used in 1993 or 1994 was to meet as a whole Council when there was a vacancy on the Board of Education. She stated her recollection Councilman Edgar interviewed at that time for the Board of Education. She noted that process went along very smoothly with everyone asking the same questions of each candidate.
Councilman Fiore stated in 1981 he was interviewed as a ZBA candidate by just the Democratic Council. He went on to note the Board of Education is an elected position, and the Planning & Zoning is an appointed position. He noted hes not comfortable with a joint interview process until they can agree on what qualifies “qualified”.
Councilman Strom stated when Councilman Fiore says “qualified”, she does not believe anyone on the Town Council expects people who apply for Planning & Zoning to be engineers, land use surveyors, etc. She noted they are talking about being able to sit down and talk to people as to why theyre looking to be on a Board and whether theyre willing to get education in this area. She noted qualified means having a desire to serve the Town, and it doesnt mean having a college degree in land use. She stated if she is going to be voting for someone on Planning & Zoning, she would at least like to have a conversation with them so she at least knows them and she has some idea what the candidates expectations are as concerns serving on that commission.
MOTION #5573 by Councilman Strom, seconded by Councilman Fiore to take a brief recess.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5573 adopted 10-0-0, and the meeting stood recessed at 9:35 p.m.
Chairman Vayda reconvened the meeting at 9:49 p.m.
Councilman Tallarita stated he wants to be sure they do have set questions for the candidates. He suggested everyone e-mail their questions to the Town Manager so that he can compile those questions and put them in some type of format. He noted the questions can then be forwarded to all Council members beforehand, and they can have some discussion before they do the interviews as to what questions should remain so they have an absolute structure to the meeting.
Chairman Vayda stated at the end of the interview process, the same appointment process would apply, i.e., the Democrats and Republicans make their respective recommendations.
Councilman Strom agreed with Councilman Tallarita regarding coming up with a set of questions that everyone agrees to.
Councilman Edgar questioned if they are now taking the oral board concept. He explained this means each member asks so many questions and then a decision is made by the entire body. Chairman Vayda responded no. He noted after the interviews are complete, they will go back to their respective caucuses to discuss the selection. He noted that part of it is unchanged. He stated the only difference is the actual interview will occur at one time.
Councilman Mangini stated they should remember this is a two-party system Democrats and Republicans.
Councilman Tait stated his belief theres been some confusion between the interview and selection process. He pointed out no one is tampering with the selection process, but rather they are just introducing an interview process.
Councilman Tallarita suggested putting together a date for these interviews.
Attorney Bromson suggested asking the candidate if theyd commit to an orientation with the Town Attorneys Office and land use attorneys, a seminar during the year, and then an update if it became appropriate. He stated in this way, the candidate knows right away that in addition to all the hours theyre going to put on the Commission, that this is an additional commitment theyre making.
MISCELLANEOUS
RESOLUTION #5574 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Hall.
WHEREAS, the School Building Committee has determined that working space must be available for the management of the school projects; and
WHEREAS, the Towns “project trailer” is being utilized for the Senior Center project; and
WHEREAS, the number of schools being worked on at one time requires more significant space; and
WHEREAS, the School Building Committee has authorized expenses for said project space;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Council of the Town of Enfield, hereby authorizes a lease agreement for 87 Raffia Road, on a month-to-month basis, for serving as the project headquarters for the School Building projects.
Councilman Edgar stated his belief this is a waste of money. He stated his belief there are rooms at the Town Hall or Board for this purpose.
Councilman Tallarita questioned if this is where the Project Manager will work out of. Mr. Shanley responded yes and explained the plans will be kept in this location. He added there will be telephones, personal computer, and photocopier. He noted they will be able to have project meetings at this site. He noted the Building Committee discussed this at length.
Councilman Hall stated the Building Committee felt this was less expensive than having a trailer at each school site.
Councilman Falk noted the drawings would stay in this one location and meetings will be held there as well. He stated he cannot envision tying up meeting rooms in the Town Hall for this material. He added the schools are currently overcrowded and do not have room for this material.
Councilman Tallarita question where the Project Managers meet now, and Mr. Shanley noted theyre working out of their cars.
Councilman Tallarita questioned if this expense will come out of the referendum money, and Mr. Shanley responded yes.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5574 adopted 9-1-0, with Councilman Edgar voting against the resolution.
RESOLUTION #5575 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Hall.
WHEREAS, the terms of membership for all members of the Memorial Advisory Committee expires on December 31, 2001; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council and members of the Memorial Advisory Committee are continuing to discuss the preservation, rehabilitation and/or maintenance of various memorials in Town; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council does not expect the committee to complete the charge before December 31, 2001;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Council, of the Town of Enfield, hereby extends the terms of the membership of the Memorial Advisory Committee to July 1, 2002.
Councilman Fiore stated the Committee requested an extension so that they can complete their charge.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5575
adopted 10-0-0.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Joseph Ciroce, 10 Briarwood Drive
Stated he would like to see a change in the way the Town conducts business, primarily as concerns the budget process. He added he would like to see actual numbers, proposed and adopted. He added he would like to see a breakdown how far they are in debt and where the money is going.
As concerns the teachers contract, he stated he was surprised they did not know the monetary difference with this contract.
As concerns the Planning & Zoning candidates being interviewed, he stated he feels a little uneasy and questioned whether this will be a fair review.
Margaret Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Stated many teachers are in the $70,000 range. She noted Enfield teachers may start at a lower salary range, but that salary advances very rapidly.
Ms. Jedziniak stated every appointee should know the Town Charter.
She stated she was surprised some of the Town Council did not know there was a master plan for the Town Green.
Frank Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Stated there are 3,000 prisoners in Enfield besides 37,000 residents.
Mr. Jedziniak stated many residents are new and dont know Enfields form of government. He proposed every Town resident get a copy of the Town Charter.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS
Councilman Tallarita questioned whether they are working on the letter from the Planning & Zoning Chair. Attorney Bromson stated that item will come up in Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION #5576 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Egan to adjourn.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5576 adopted 10-0-0, and the meeting stood adjourned at 10:22 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jeannette Lamontagne
Secretary to the Council
Suzanne F. Olechnicki
Town Clerk
Clerk of the Council
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