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ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
MAY 21, 2001
A Regular Meeting of the Enfield Town Council was held in the Council Chambers of the Enfield Town Hall, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, Connecticut on Monday, May 21, 2001. Chairwoman Strom called the meeting to order at 8:08 p.m.
PRAYER The Prayer was given by Councilman Mangini.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
ROLL-CALL Present were Councilmen Dodd, Egan, Falk, Fiore, Giddings, Hall, Kaupin, Mangini, McGuire Strom and Vayda. Also present were Town Manager, Scott A. Shanley; Assistant Town Manager, Daniel T. Vindigni; Town Clerk, Suzanne F. Olechnicki; Director of Finance, Gregory Simmons; Director of Social Services, Dorothy Allen; Deputy Director of Social Services, Marla Hauslaib; Deputy Director of Public Works, Geoffrey McAlmond; Recreation Supervisor, Mary Keller; Town Engineer, Jeff Bord.
MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETINGS
MOTION #5275 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Egan to accept the minutes of the May 5, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5275 adopted 10-0-1, with Councilman McGuire abstaining.
MOTION #5276 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Egan to accept the minutes of the May 7, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5276 adopted 10-0-1, with Councilman Vayda abstaining.
MOTION #5277 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Mangini to accept the minutes of the May 7, 2001 Regular Meeting.
Councilman Giddings pointed out these minutes did not include an adjournment time.
Councilman Fiore referred to Page 8 and noted he had asked the representatives from the state about service level agreements concerning the centralized voting registration system.
MOTION #5278 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Mangini to table these minutes.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5278 adopted 11-0-0.
MOTION #5279 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Dodd to accept the minutes of the May 9, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5279 adopted 11-0-0.
MOTION #5280 by Councilman Giddings, seconded by Councilman Dodd to accept the minutes of the May 14, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5280 adopted 10-0-1, with Councilman Kaupin abstaining.
MOTION #5281 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Dodd to accept the minutes of the May 16, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5281 adopted 10-0-1, with Councilman McGuire abstaining.
MOTION #5282 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Dodd to accept the minutes of the May 17, 2001 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5282 adopted 10-0-1, with Councilman McGuire abstaining.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Mary Lou Flynn, Cora Street
Urged Council members to speak into their microphones so people can hear.
Steve Munson, Georgetown Condominiums
Applauded the Council for including those dollars in the budget that may be available for a truck that could be used to pick up trash for the condos. He advised the Council to be sure the genuine facts are whats being considered. He stated his understanding many towns in Connecticut are addressing this matter for condo owner.
As concerns the comments made in the past about condo owners knowing what they were getting when they purchased their condominium, Mr. Munson questioned if this was the right thing for any state or town to adopt a situation that effectively puts a town in a much better financial position and yet accepts residents without having to provide services. He stated his belief theres something basically wrong with this.
Mr. Munson stated he has difficulty understanding the issue of Town vehicles going onto private property.
William Schmid, 45 Kennedy Drive
Commended the Council and School Board for their work on the budget.
Paul Smith, 954 Enfield Street
Urged the Council to consider some traffic calming on Route 5 between High Street and Franklin Street. He noted the towns of Glastonbury and Simsbury are making headway in similar situations. He also suggested using the traffic calming technique used in the area of Asylum Avenue and St. Francis Hospital.
Nancy Bent, Abbewood
Expressed her appreciation for the Council at least making available monies in the capital budget which leaves the door open a little. She requested the Council seriously consider the various issues they may have or the actual facts as they stand.
Ms. Bent stated she likes to think she has come before the Council over the past several months in a reasonable and rational fashion. She noted shes disappointed in a Council members comment that she has been “lecturing” the Council. She pointed out she has only been trying to make her point as the public is entitled to do under Public Communications.
Frederick Bromley, 45 The Meadows
Read the following statement:
“We the following members of AARP #1209 and others would like to go on record as being opposed to the reduction of space in the senior center. We understood that the referendum was for a senior center and not for Social Service offices. We understand the original amount of $4.3 million that was passed in the referendum was never adequate to build the senior center as originally anticipated, therefore, the building had to be scaled back from an approximate size of 24,000 square feet to 20,000 square feet and the basement had to be eliminated. We believe they need the basement area for storage. Additionally, the Social Service Department is planning to move their offices into the senior center building. We understand this will take away another 2,000 to 4,000 square feet from the seniors use of the senior center. We are very much opposed to this idea and feel that the building should be for the senior center and perhaps the Dial-A-Ride office and that the Social Service offices should stay where they are. It is also our opinion that the referendum that was passed in November of 1999 and reads as follows:Shall the Town of Enfield appropriate $4,300,000 for the construction of a senior citizens center, including land acquisition and authorize the issuance of bonds, notes or temporary notes in the same amount to finance said authorization. We believe that the referendum does not imply, nor show any intention to include the Social Services offices. We, therefore, believe that the building should be for the use of the senior citizens and not include space for the Social Services offices.”
Mrs. Collins, the Hazardville Section
Noted awhile ago she was promised the Meals on Wheels Program would have a space at the new senior center, however, she does not believe thats going to happen.
Mrs. Collins questioned whether all the commercial businesses are paying taxes, and she questioned how much Enfield will get in taxes for the new Target building.
Mary Ann Turner, 7 Meadow Road
Stated her hope if a subcommittee is put together regarding condo trash, theres a balanced discussion. She stated her belief its not condo trash thats a problem, but rather the long-term effects of whats going to happen. She noted a rebate was never brought up in the discussions. She feels they should look at all the options.
Margaret Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Stated her impression that in order to have a proper meeting the Town Attorney or a representative is supposed to be present.
Ms. Jedziniak stated the intent for Head Start was written differently on the referendum ballot than as it stands now. She noted Head Start was supposed to be an addition to a building, not a free-stand building. She stated her belief this is not proper, and she does not agree with the opinion of the Bond Counsel.
Robert Tkacz, 1300 Enfield Street
Commended the Town Council for their good work on the budget.
Merrill Bent, Abbewood
Commended Councilmen Kaupin and McGuire for an excellent job they did for the past year in developing the condominium report. He questioned why an individuals report was read into the record. He noted this individual did his own personal research at his own leisure. He stated certainly what was found by Councilmen Kaupin and McGuire and the Committee was accurate and decisive information, and he stated his hope this is the information that the Council would look at and think about as theyre deliberating this matter.
Mr. Bent stated there are 1,500 homeowners in Enfield that deserve these services and theyre being denied these services. He stated his belief this is not the proper route to take.
He concluded stating his belief his wife, Nancy Bent, has been very eloquent in her deliberations over the past year at these Council meetings and for her to suffer what he considers a personal attack by a member of the Town Council was out of line.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Councilman Kaupin commended the Clean Sweep effort by Nathan Hale School which was headed up by Tophie Nowak. He noted they had a great showing in that neighborhood, and they did a lot of work at the school, Green Manor Park, Scitico Plaza, and the roadway leading to the plaza.
Councilman Kaupin thanked the Beautification Committee for putting up flags in the Hazard Avenue and Enfield Street areas.
Councilman Kaupin stated hes getting a lot of calls on the Crescent Lake sewage issue. He requested a response to a Council/Manager referral.
MOTION #5283 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Hall to suspend the rules to move Items a. and b. under Items for Discussion prior to Old Business.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5283 adopted 11-0-0.
Councilman Mangini thanked Town staff for helping the Town Council through the budget process.
Councilman Mangini thanked Mr. Vindigni for addressing the issue that occurred in the Hazardville area regarding a sidewalk. She noted the resident is very appreciative for this problem being taken care of.
Councilman Mangini questioned the status of the Powder Hollow lights. Mr. Vindigni stated theyre still in the process of getting cost estimates.
Councilman Mangini stated theres very high grass in the vicinity of Nathan Hale School and the adjoining woods, as well as in the Green Manor Park area. She requested this be looked into.
Councilman Giddings referred to Mr. Smith and his concern about traffic calming on Enfield Street. He requested the Town Manager look into this.
Councilman Giddings noted the lighting at the Donald Barnes Boat Launch area goes off and on intermittently. Mr. Shanley indicated this will be checked.
Councilman Hall stated she received two calls from residents who complimented the Town for putting up flags in the Hazard Avenue section. She noted that resident did question why a section was skipped. Mr. Shanley indicated that will be looked into.
Councilman Fiore stated the Annual Athletic Hall of Fame golf tournament will be held on Thursday, September 20th at the Oakridge Country Club.
Referring to Mr. Smiths concerns about traffic calming on Enfield Street, Councilman Fiore suggested Mr. Smith get in touch with Jose Giner in the Planning Department, and Mr. Giner can provide Mr. Smith with a copy of the Towns Traffic Calming Policy. He pointed out that policy does not include state roads, but at least the policy could provide an idea of what could be looked at.
Councilman Falk stated the Beautification Committee put up the flags. He noted this practice was spearheaded several years ago by John Hartley, who was the Chairman of that group. He noted when they went out for donations to buy flags, they received funding for specific areas.
Councilman Falk commended staff for all their hard work on the budget.
Councilman Falk stated he was part of the Thompsonville Clean Sweep and the area looks nice.
Councilman Falk stated Voices, Inc. is having their June performance on Friday, June 8th at 6:00 and 8:30.
Councilman Falk questioned if theres a process for notifying applicants who try out for different boards and commissions that someone has already filled a vacancy. Mr. Shanley stated the Town notifies people who have been appointed, but they do not write to everyone. He pointed out people often apply for multiple boards or committees.
Councilman Falk publicly apologized to Nancy Bent. He noted he did not mean any malice by his remark. He acknowledged Ms. Bent is very professional and eloquent when she speaks before the Council. He noted her comments are certainly appreciated.
Councilman Egan commended the Town Manager and all the department heads for their hard work to get through the budget process.
Chairwoman Strom commended all the volunteers who came out for the Clean Sweep event. She also thanked the Public Works Department for all their work on the Clean Sweep event.
Chairwoman Strom stated this was a difficult budget process, and she commended all of the Town staff for their hard work.
TOWN MANAGER REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Shanley stated he met with Mr. Bromley and several of his AARP colleagues last week and they went over a number of things. He stated since 1998, the inclusion of Social Services in a senior center concept has been fairly consistent. He explained the 24,000 square foot number was one that was used quite consistently, and the cost estimates that were put together were for 24,000 square feet and 20,000 square feet has consistently been the number for a senior center, therefore, the 4,000 square feet was Social Services. He noted the cost estimates were reviewed as early as last year by a very reputable builder to insure that those numbers were still good at about $3.7 million to construct 24,000 square feet. He stated those numbers were confirmed through that process. He noted he gave Mr. Bromley a copy of the legal opinion from March, 2000 which outlines those issues about the 4,000 square feet and how they were all part of the public hearing and how it was perfectly appropriate to do that. He stated buildings that were estimated last year with an inflation factor are coming in 20% higher. He noted they are working with Bond Counsel to identify the level of Social Service presence that would be appropriate in the building, recognizing the fact that the scope of the project as originally budgeted is getting very difficult to do because of the inflation in the construction industry. He noted this is something that theyll be working on throughout this week, and hell be working with liaisons on the Council to get a definitive answer. He concluded stating his confidence theyve addressed the other issues properly in the past.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
There was no report this evening.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL
Councilman Kaupin stated the fountain will be installed on the Town Green by Wednesday and operating by Thursday. He noted the bricks will be laid by Friday, and the work will be completed in time for the Memorial Day Parade.
Councilman Mangini stated the Fourth of July Celebration Committee is doing a great job preparing for this years event.
DISCUSSION RE: REPORT OF SENIOR CENTER COMMITTEE
Present from the Senior Center Committee were Russell Maylott, Chairperson; Samuel McGill, Vice-Chairman and Thomas Kealey, Secretary.
Present from Lazarus and Sargeant Architects was Samuel Sargeant.
Mr. Maylott presented the Senior Center Committee progress report. He noted since their last report, the Committee has accomplished the following:
- F.A. Hesketh, representing the Town of Enfield, has applied and received approval from the Inlands/Wetlands Commission for the proposed property on Elm Street.
- F.A. Hesketh, representing the Town of Enfield, has applied for approval from Planning and Zoning Commission. A hearing is scheduled for May 17, 2001.
- Enhancement to the west elevation of the building has occurred in response to direction from the Town Council.
- A reduction of 4,000 square feet was authorized in order to keep this project within the referendum designated funding while maintaining the quality of the structure and design. Additional modifications to the site plan have assisted in this process.
- A general contractor will be sought through a Request for Proposal. A clerk of the works will be retained to monitor all phases of the construction.
- A preliminary proposal, by a local civic organization has been enthusiastically endorsed by this Committee with the goal of developing an outdoor garden/park immediately to the east of the building.
Mr. Maylott stated the spirit of cooperation within this Committee, as well as with the Town of Enfield staff, has allowed them to make some very difficult decisions regarding the space allocation. He noted an appeal has been made to the Town Council that would allow an increase in the programming opportunities to the new Enfield Senior Center. He stated an early response to this appeal is critical in maintaining their aggressive building schedule.
Mr. McGill briefly reviewed the financial recap as follows:
Project Budget - $4.3 million dollars
Expenditures to date:
Architectural/Engineering $58,167.43
Testing/Inspections $18,840.00 (includes environmental studies and testing on the property)
Advertising/Administration $165.12 (legal advertisements)
Sub-Total $77,172.55
Budget Plan
Land Acquisition $256,200.00
Architectural/Engineering $193,882.43
Construction Estimate $2,863,588.39
Site Development $619,273.00
Furniture/Fixtures/Equip. $200,000.00
Advertising/Administration $ 15,000.00
Project Contingency $ 74,883.63
PROJECT TOTAL $4,300,000.00
Mr. McGill noted the present drawing shows a merging of some of the common areas of the senior center and Social Services, however, it appears theyre still lacking the desired area for the medical equipment loan program, a storage area, a separate nurse/exam room and separate waiting area. He noted the combination of Social Services and the senior center brought about the need for separate and secure offices for Social Services due to confidentiality of material stored in the Social Services area. He added another major component was a separate entrance and parking to serve Social Services.
Mr. Maylott read the following from Gertrude Dorous who was unable to be present this evening:
“Since I will be out on vacation when the Council and Town Manager meet with the Senior Center Building Committee, I want to share some of my viewpoints with you. On May 11th, a few members went to see the Wallingford Senior Center. Most of all, we wanted to view the sizes of the rooms and the materials used to build the building.
Space is the key. We are down from 24,000 square feet to 19,893 square feet due to costs. The senior center is part of Social Services. I would strongly suggest the Social Service Department remain at the present location. Furthermore, the front of the senior center should be facing Elm Street”.
Mr. Sargeant stated the senior center building is organized around a large central multi-purpose space, the great room. He explained off that space are the program functions of the senior center, i.e., the crafts room, the game room, exercise room, computer room. He noted there are two separate entrances one faces Elm Street and is primarily dedicated to the administration area and Social Services. He stated the day-to-day general entrance has a canopy and is for the use of the senior center itself.
Mr. Sargeant used illustrations to show elevations.
Councilman Falk questioned whether this design will accommodate additions in the future. Mr. Sargeant responded yes, in the northeast corner.
Councilman Falk questioned whether theres a driveway to the kitchen area, and Mr. Sargeant responded yes.
Councilman Kaupin expressed his appreciation to the Committee for their hard work. He questioned whether there will be a definitive answer by the next meeting regarding the Social Services issue. Chairwoman Strom responded yes, there will be more information.
Mr. Maylott stated they will need a quick response on this due to the outstanding purchase of the property. He noted this is also contingent on Planning & Zoning approval. He noted if they make any changes to this building, they still need to present that to Planning & Zoning.
Mr. Shanley stated there will be a legal opinion this week.
Councilman Kaupin stated hes uncertain whether the School Building Committee is experiencing a similar level of inflation with their projects. He noted if theyre not experiencing the inflation with the school projects, why is it being experienced in this instance. Mr. Sargeant stated it was originally suggested to the Committee that the building be completely non-combustible in construction, using a steel frame structure. He noted this is probably the major departure from the original estimate with Tuttle and Wells, whereby they may have seen the building as a 20,000 SF framed building, similar in construction to a large house with an entirely different framing system. He stated the goal is to provide the most durable structure possible using very durable materials on the outside. He noted this structure would also allow for a great amount of flexibility inside with no low bearing petitions in this building. He explained the roof itself is a structural deck, and theres no roof deck underneath it. He stated this provides a lot more latitude on how they use the space inside the building.
Councilman Hall questioned if the 4,000 square foot reduction was taken from the senior center space or Social Service space. Mr. Maylott responded it was a combination. He noted the latest reduction they did was to combine the office space of Social Services and the Senior Center administrative staff. He noted theres only one conference room now, whereby they had separate conference rooms for each group with a combination of break rooms and waiting areas.
Mr. Shanley stated his belief the actual square footage is approximately 2,000 square feet for Social Services and about 18,000 square feet for the senior center.
Councilman Hall questioned if its possible to turn the nice side of the building toward Elm Street. Mr. Maylott stated it can be done, however, the architect recommends they should do an angular entranceway and have a circular drive with the overhang.
Councilman Fiore stated his belief they should move forward. He commended the Committee and the architect for their hard work.
Councilman Egan commended the Committee for all their hard work.
Councilman Dodd stated his belief it would not be advantageous to turn the building at this point. He stated his belief they should be moving forward.
Councilman Dodd stated the idea of a basement came up in a conversation and was explored, however, it was too expensive. Mr. Shanley stated the original estimates and plans never envisioned a basement.
Chairwoman Strom commended everyone on the Committee for their hard work.
Mr. Maylott stated they will need to have a decision by the beginning of June.
PRESENTATION & RESOLUTION RE: SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE
Present from the School Building Committee was Chairman Randy Daigle, Cindy Andersen, Charles Ladd, Douglas Maxellon, Donna Szewczak, Liaisons Roger Jones and Mary Heidi Tibbetts.
Present from Jeter, Cook & Jepson was Gregg Smolley.
Mr. Daigle stated the School Building Committee is before the Council to get approval to go out to bid on four schools.
Councilman Dodd questioned whether the Committee has served the educational needs to the best of their ability. Mr. Daigle responded yes and noted theyve thoroughly exhausted all the opportunities for layouts. He noted through the Director of School Facilities, they learned what the user groups were looking for.
Councilman Falk questioned which four schools need approval, and Mr. Daigle responded Barnard, Hazardville Memorial, Parkman, and Eli Whitney.
MOTION #5284 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Hall to suspend the rules to address this item under Miscellaneous this evening.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5284 adopted 11-0-0.
OLD BUSINESS
APPOINTMENTS (TOWN COUNCIL) & (TOWN MANAGER)
All appointments remained tabled.
Items c., d., and e., remained tabled.
MOTION #5285 by Councilman Hall, seconded by Councilman Kaupin to remove Item f. from the table.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5285 adopted 11-0-0.
RESOLUTION #5286 by Councilman Hall, seconded by Councilman Mangini.
BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter V, Section 8, Paragraph (d) of the Enfield Town Charter, the Enfield Town Council does hereby determine that it is against the best interests of the Town to require competitive bidding for the purchase and installation of steel skateboard structures of sufficient quantity to place two (2) skateboard parks in service by July 1, 2001; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the reasons cited for the Town Council to determine that it is in the communitys best interests not to seek competitive bidding for this specific project are as follows:
- The absence of an existing State contract for steel skateboard structures
- The absence of an area vendor authorized to install and repair such structures.
- The Enfield Town Councils preference to complete construction of the skateboard parks and have them available for public use on or about July 1, 2001.
- The heightened community emphasis to improve and enhance Enfields recreation facilities.
- The equipment will have to be ordered no later than May 25, 2001 in order for it to be shipped and installed by July 1, 2001.
- Camp, Dresser and McKee has identified a reputable dealer that can provide the equipment to the Town in the requisite time frame.
Mr. Vindigni distributed samples of the material being proposed in the construction of the skateboard facility.
Councilman Dodd questioned whether the Town will be able to maintain these structures, and Mr. Vindigni stated if the Town can maintain them, they will. He noted the product has a ten-year warranty.
Councilman Kaupin questioned what are the anticipated hours of operation, and Mr. Vindigni stated they will develop a schedule of operation with the Recreation Department.
Councilman Kaupin questioned whether resurfacing is part of the entire project, as well as fence replacement. Mr. Vindigni stated the court surface will be improved, however, a complete replacement of the fencing isnt planned, but repairs will be made where needed. He added there will also be a gate at each skateboard park.
Councilman Kaupin stated his opinion all the fencing should be replaced.
Councilman Hall stated concerns were raised at the skateboard hearing that the steel product can get hot in summer months. Mr. Vindigni stated they would have to check into this.
Councilman Hall questioned what the $5,000 in site preparation covers. Mr. Vindigni responded court resurfacing and fence repair. He added there isnt enough funding for entire fence replacement.
Councilman Falk questioned if staff coverage for the skateboard facilities is included in the current budget. Ms. Keller stated they have to check their budget.
Councilman Falk questioned the extent of court resurfacing. Mr. McAlmond explained they intend to machine through the asphalt in the area of cracks and fill them. He noted they will use Town staff to do this work.
Addressing Councilman Halls concern about hot surfaces in the skateboard parks, Mr. McAlmond stated the surface of the skateboard equipment is the same material as the childrens playground equipment, and it does not get too hot.
Councilman Mangini questioned the status of a hold harmless agreement. Mr. Vindigni stated they will come back and review with Council the operational impact, as well as insurance that will be put in place.
Councilman Mangini spoke about very deteriorated fencing and stated she would like to see it replaced. She requested a cost estimate for fence replacement.
Councilman Giddings questioned whether the skateboard parks have lighting, and Mr. McAlmond responded yes.
Councilman Fiore questioned the hold-up on a skateboard facility at Fermi, and Mr. McAlmond noted there are parking concerns as well as other concerns with the Fermi skateboard facility.
Councilman Fiore questioned what can be done to limit the skateboarding at the Fermi tennis courts. Mr. McAlmond stated his belief skateboarders will prefer using the skateboard facilities once they open.
Councilman Vayda stated he is also concerned about deteriorating fencing.
Mr. Shanley stated he will get estimates as to what it would cost to replace all the fencing.
Councilman Fiore stated hes pleased to see that Wallop School Park will be reopening.
Councilman Fiore questioned when the Shaker Complex is supposed to be re-staked by a certified wetlands specialist. Mr. Vindigni stated his understanding that has not yet been done. Councilman Fiore stated his hope that if this isnt done by the end of the week, theyll get another party to do the work. Mr. Vindigni agreed.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5286 adopted 11-0-0.
MOTION #5287 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Dodd to suspend the rules to address Item c. - Items for Discussion.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5287 adopted 11-0-0.
PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION RE: SUSAN CIRCLE
Present from CME were Scott Young and Ryan Bush.
Mr. Bord stated CME completed a preliminary design report which addresses three different options to stabilize the slope, which is located behind #5 and #7 Susan Circle.
Mr. Young stated they looked at three different options. He noted the slope behind the house is steep and close to the house. He explained their recommended approach is Option #2, which is a reinforced earthen slope, which would stabilize this slope. He noted this is also the most economic approach. He briefly reviewed the other two options.
Councilman Dodd questioned if they would have any specific plantings in this area. Mr. Young noted they would plant an aggressive groundcover.
Mr. Shanley explained the funding of this project. He noted the Town is paying for the engineering on this. He stated if the DEP accepts the project, the construction component is one-third private property owner; one-third the Town; one-third the State. He noted the cost for #5 and #7 Susan Circle will be around $110,000 to $120,000. He pointed out if they wish to apply to DEP, the Town has to be willing to commit to one-third of the cost of the project and the property owner has to be willing to commit to one-third of the project.
Councilman Falk questioned how the property owners feel about this plan. Mr. Bord stated the property owners have seen this plan, however, he hasnt talked with them about which option they would prefer.
Chairwoman Strom agreed with Option #2 and questioned how long it will take to complete the design. Mr. Young responded 1 ½ to 2 weeks.
It was the consensus of the Council to go forward with Option #2.
Councilman Fiore stated he does not mind the design being done for Option #2, however, he would be uncomfortable if they then submitted to try to get on the Inland/Wetlands calendar. He noted the Council should first have their policy discussion.
Councilman Hall questioned if the funding is already set aside for the actual engineering. Mr. Shanley responded yes, the Council budgeted this money in the 1999-2000 budget.
Councilman Hall questioned if this funding will cover the entire cost of this portion, and Mr. Bord responded yes.
Councilman Mangini stated she would like to see the Council do whatever they can to assist the homeowners in this situation.
MOTION #5288 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman McGuire to table this item.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5288 adopted 11-0-0.
NEW BUSINESS
NOMINATION #5289 by Councilman Fiore to reappoint Diane Carlone (D) to the Cultural Arts Commission for a term which expires 05/31/03.
MOTION #5290 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Giddings to close nominations.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5290 adopted 11-0-0.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared Diane Carlone reappointed to the Cultural Arts Commission by an 11-0-0 vote.
NOMINATION #5291 by Councilman Fiore to reappoint Theresa Jedynak (D) to the Cultural Arts Commission for a term which expires 05/31/03.
MOTION #5292 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Giddings to close nominations.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5292 adopted 11-0-0.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared Theresa Jedynak reappointed to the Cultural Arts Commission by an 11-0-0 vote.
NOMINATION #5293 by Councilman Fiore to appoint William Marr as an Alternate on the Senior Center Building Committee for an indefinite term.
MOTION #5294 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Dodd to close nominations.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5294 adopted 11-0-0.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared William Marr appointed to the Senior Center Building Committee by an 11-0-0 vote.
RESOLUTION #5295 by Councilman Falk, seconded by Councilman Vayda.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Enfield Town Council does hereby adopt the attached Recreation Residency Policy dated May 3, 2001, such policy to become effective September 1, 2001. (Policy appended to minutes)
Councilman Fiore commended Ms. Keller and Mr. Vindigni for their work on this policy.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5295 adopted 11-0-0.
DISCUSSION RE: RECREATION USER FEES
Mr. Vindigni stated this is follow up information on this subject regarding the leagues. He noted at this point theyre open for any questions from the Council.
It was agreed to discuss this in more depth at the next meeting.
MOTION #5296 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Vayda to suspend the rules to move Items d., e., and f. to Miscellaneous.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5296 adopted 11-0-0.
MISCELLANEOUS
RESOLUTION #5297 by Councilman Hall, seconded by Councilman Dodd.
WHEREAS, the Building Committee has submitted bid documents for Henry Barnard Elementary School, Eli Whitney Elementary School, Edgar Parkman Elementary School and Hazardville Memorial School; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council has discussed said plans and documents with the Building Committee;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Town Council of the Town of Enfield hereby authorizes the Building Committee to release said documents on the above-mentioned projects for public bid.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5297 adopted 11-0-0.
RESOLUTION #5298 by Councilman Vayda, seconded by Councilman Falk.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : Account 1600-540 Advertising $4000
FROM: Account 8030-840 Contingency $4000
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $4000 is available from Account #8030-840 as of May 3, 2001.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5298 adopted 11-0-0.
RESOLUTION #5299 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Mangini.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: Planning & Zoning Commission
Account #6200-0540 (Advertising) $2,000.00
FROM: Planning & Zoning Commission
Account #6200-0120 (Part-Time
Salaries) $2,000.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $2,000.00 is available from Account #6200-120 as of 5/8/2001.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5299 adopted 11-0-0.
RESOLUTION #5300 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Egan.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : Social Services Dial-A-Ride $8,000.00
Acct. #4120-132 Substitutes
FROM: Social Services-Dial-A-Ride $8,000.00
Acct. #4120-732 Vehicles
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $8,000 is available from Account #4120-732 as of March 12, 2001.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #5300 adopted 11-0-0.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION #5301 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Falk to adjourn.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #5301
adopted 11-0-0, and the meeting stood adjourned at 10:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Suzanne F. Olechnicki Jeannette Lamontagne
Town Clerk Secretary to the Council
Clerk of the Council
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