Acceptance of Minutes of Previous Council Meeting (s) – Mayor Festa stated request to table because Minutes cannot be found at this point in time.
MOTION: To table item 5, by Chairman Sekorski; second Chairwoman Schenkel and the vote unanimous.

Mayor’s Report

• Appointment of Town Attorney – By Charter Mayor Festa stated he would appoint Salvatore Vitrano to be Town Attorney.

MOTION: To appoint Salvatore Vitrano as Town Attorney, by Chairwoman Jandreau; second Chairwoman Schenkel and the vote unanimous.

• Posting for Human Resources Position – When Administrative Assistant to the Mayor, there was an issue about Human Resources and manner in which employees and towns business was being handled. Mayor Festa stated in the last several days he is more convinced than ever that Human Resources is needed in this community. There is money in the budget, substantiation for the position as well as removing the Administrative Assistance position from full time to part time.
• Part-Time Administrative Assistant – Once the Human Resources person is hired, many of the duties assigned to the Administrative Assistant will be reduced and he will not need a full time person.

To Introduce By Resolution The Appointment of Robinson and Cole As Bond Counsel and Labor Counsel

MOTION: To move the Resolution and read into record, “WHEREAS the Town of Plymouth engages the services of Bond Counsel in connection with the Town’s authorization, issuance and sale of general obligation bonds and bond anticipation notes, as well as other related matters; WHEREAS the Town of Plymouth engages the services of Labor and Employment Counsel to assist with collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, labor and employment counseling, as well as other related matters; WHEREAS the Plymouth Town Council must approve the hiring of Bond Counsel so as to assure the continuing work required of Bond Counsel as well as to approve the hiring of Labor Counsel; NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Plymouth Town Council hereby authorizes and recommends the appointment of the law firm of Robinson and Cole as Bond Counsel and Labor/Employment Counsel.” by Councilman Sekorski; second Councilwoman Jandreau.
Discussion: none.
Vote: Councilwoman Denski, yes; Councilman Gianesini, yes; Councilwoman Jandreau, yes; Councilman Sekorski, yes; Councilwoman Schenkel, yes. Motion carried.

To Introduce By Resolution The Time and Place Of Regular Council Meetings And To Provide A Method For Calling Special Meetings – Mayor Festa stated by Charter this meeting was needed to set a time for regular meetings and move forward on agenda.

MOTION: Resolution read into record “WHEREAS the Town of Plymouth Charter, Chapter III, Section 3 requires the Town Council to fix the time and place of its regular meetings; to provide a method for the calling of special meetings; to determine its own rules of procedure; NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Town Council approves the following dates, times, methods and rules of procedure for conducting its business” to meet on the first Tuesday of each month and special meetings will be called through the Mayor’s office and/or any member of the Council; by Councilwoman Jandreau; second Councilwoman Schenkel.
Discussion: none.
Vote: Councilwoman Schenkel, yes; Councilman Sekorski, yes; Councilwoman Jandreau, yes; Councilman Gianesini, yes; Councilwoman Denski, yes. Motion carried.

To Introduce By Resolution The Council’s Own Rules Of Procedure – Mayor Festa stated Item b in packet is for the purpose of looking at rules and procedures as adopted and amended on several occasions.

MOTION: To adopt the Plymouth Town Council Rules and Procedures as presented to the Council members in advance of this meeting, by Councilman Sekorski; second Councilwoman Jandreau.
Discussion: Clarification requested on Item 5, Privilege of the Floor regarding “b” that the Council would have to suspend the Rules after public comment is given and discussion is back to Council. Clarification made regarding item 6 to clarify suspense of the Rules to simple majority.
Vote: Councilwoman Denski, yes; Councilman Gianesini, yes; Councilwoman Jandreau, yes; Councilman Sekorski, yes; Councilwoman Schenkel, yes. Motion carried.

To Introduce By Resolution The Request That The Board of Finance Appropriate The Sum Of $60,256 For The Replacement Of Two Oil Tanks At Prospect Street School And Main Street School.

MOTION: Resolution read into record “WHEREAS the Plymouth Board of Education has presented a request for an appropriation of $60,256.00 for the replacement of two (2) oil tanks; one at Prospect Street School, the other at Main Street School. WHEREAS, it is fiscally prudent for the Town of Plymouth to understand and appreciate the long range cost savings to the Town regarding these replacements; NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Plymouth Town Council hereby authorizes and recommends to the Plymouth Board of Finance an appropriation of $60,256.00 for oil tank replacements.” By Councilwoman Jandreau; second Councilman Sekorski.
Discussion: Councilwoman Denski referred to Charter regarding appropriations over $150,000 need to be sent to referendum and this Item combined with Item 11 would be over $150,000; also each department is allowed one appropriation. Superintendent Distasio stated this appropriation is for both oil tanks and if the Town waits until after the children are out of the buildings, the Town at that point would be responsible for the entire amount because it is no longer a school. The $60,256 is the Town’s portion of the cost of replacement. Patrick Perugino, Board of Education member, stated the total cost is over $200,000 and if not done by August 2008, the Town will be responsible for $200,000. Chairman Gianesini stated as a previous Board of Finance member, Mr. Perusse went through the details on why it could not have been done with the other schools and he had stressed the importance of having it done while schools are on line and it is in the minutes of the BOF. Cathy Kosak, 201 Harwinton Avenue, questioned whether the Town fronts the money and then gets reimbursed and do we spend the entire amount and if so, do we not have to go to referendum. Gerry Perusse, Business Manager for the BOE, responded the State pays as the project proceeds and in this case, we submit the bill to the State and they reimburse us. Melanie Church, 328 Main Street, stated she believes the Town needs to combine these two projects because of the Charter and there is only a one time appropriation per department per year and there are two items here for the same department. Attorney Vitrano stated his understanding is the $60,256 is money that is being appropriated into an account other than the BOE. Gerry Perusse, Business Manager, stated there is a capital project in the budget for the other tanks and originally was suppose to do four tanks but there was not enough money and only two were done. Discussion held on rewording the Resolution by replacing “the Plymouth Board of Education has presented a request for” and replacing it with “it is necessary to replace” or “it has been requested for appropriation”.

Chairman Sekorski withdrew his Section to the Motion.

Chairwoman Jandreau withdrew the Motion.

Attorney Vitrano noted the BOE is making the request but it is not part of their budget and are making the request as the administrator of the property. Chairwoman Denski stated the BOE made the request, it is coming out of their budget as well as the next item which is stated the same and technically the same and therefore under the same provision. Chairwoman Jandreau stated it is necessary to replace two oil tanks, one at Prospect Street School and one at Main Street School, where it is fiscally prudent to the Town. Superintendent Distasio noted the BOE took this on as the item was falling through the cracks and if the Town went past the June 30 th, 2008 deadline, the Town would be out money. The Building Committee, Facilities Committee and Board made a recommendation but it did not get on the Town Council agenda. Mark Goodwin, 5 South Street, stated in the past things were done that seemed less than above board and suspect; and one of the things dedicated to change in the administration is being forthcoming and to properly go forward and act appropriately. From what he has seen in past practice of the Schools, having this in their budget if in fact the school did apply for the grant and on the Town side we do not get 72% reimbursement, if it were to be pursued this would fall on the side of the school. We are dealing with two appropriations that can be combined to a $155,000 request and if there is any way to trim the appropriation and make everyone happy and take the right step forward it should be done. Melanie Church, 328 Main Street, stated Peter was on the BOF when this was brought forward to apply for these four tanks and it was sent by the BOE to the State for bonding and done by the BOE and not done by the Town. It was the BOE who found a loophole to get work done and it is still the BOE who applied for this and not the Town. These are two appropriations by one department and when the BOE found out they were over budget, Gerry Perusse brought it forward and said we could still get it as an appropriation and still being done by an appropriation. To do it right, they combine into one appropriation and according to Charter, only one appropriation. Attorney Vitrano stated confusion and cannot render proper advice as we have the Superintendent characterizing appropriation in one fashion and the BOF characterizing from different perspective and unless there is a dire need to have this and the next Resolution adopted at this meeting, he recommends to the Mayor and Town Council that both items be tabled. He will look at them and then render good advice on how to proceed. Ralph Zovich, 4 Knight Lane, stated concern because oil tanks need to be replaced by code. The BOE made application on the Town’s behalf and two buildings are still school facilities and benefit the educational system of our children. He offered alternative to take $155,000 to referendum by putting $60,250 forward and send on to the BOF combined with second Resolution at $89,000 making the total $149,250 and leave to the administration to decide where to cut $6,000 out of Item 11. This could legally go forward by combining two Resolutions into one special appropriation request. Superintendent Distasio clarified when the first two oil tanks were done it was not by special appropriation but was necessary by law. The BOF appropriated money for replacement of what we thought was four tanks but there was only enough money for two. If the Town Council is going to mandate the BOE to make this one special appropriation, he may go forward with $89,000 for Item 11 as suggested by Mr. Zovich but for the record he does not think it is right. The Town needs to get the oil tanks in the ground and needs to plan it now. Some items asking for under the next special appropriation require hiring of people and if they do not get the Art teacher until February or March, he may wait for end of year. Amy Radke, 29 Hickory Street, stated Item 11 is near and dear to her and working out well and can see effect if not approved. She asked whether Item 10 can be delayed for further clarification, approve Item 11 and if need to go to referendum for $60,000, the BOE would only be asking for oil tanks at that point. Councilwoman Schenkel stated there is only a one time appropriation. Discussion held between Attorney Vitrano and Council on Charter and Charter revisions and understanding of the urgency of both requests, recommends the Council is better served if they have a special meeting to have the opinion of Counsel prior to making a decision. Councilman Sekorski stated he has sat on the BOE side and both items are of utmost consideration and one could make a strong argument. Based on background documentation this certainly looks like a Capital Expenditure but with lack of clarity, the Council needs to table this and could be willing to come together after clear direction for a special meeting. Ray Engle, 6 Knight Lane, Chairman of the BOE stated he would formally like to withdraw the request for the $60,256 funding. Chairwoman Jandreau requested a chance to work this out instead of his withdrawing. Chairman Sekorski stated he knows where Mr. Engle is going and it makes sense but he would need a meeting of the BOE before taking action.

MOTION: To table Item 10 and have a Special Meeting as soon as possible on this Item, by Councilman Sekorski; second Councilwoman Jandreau. Discussion: none.

To Introduce By Resolution The Request That The Board of Finance Through A Special Appropriation The Sum Of $95,000 For The Following Items: ½ Art Teacher, ½ Custodian, Elimination Of The Sports Participation Fee, and Part-Time Secretary

MOTION: To table Item 11 with consideration that the Council consider a Special Meeting for reconsideration at the earliest convenience, by Councilman Sekorski; second Councilwoman Jandreau. Discussion: none.
Vote: Unanimous. Motion Carried.

To Introduce By Resolution The Request That The Board of Finance Appropriate The Sum Of $200,000 For The Plymouth Business Park Water Pump

MOTION: To read the Resolution into record “WHEREAS the Town of Plymouth had submitted an application to the Department of Economic and Community Development for a Plymouth Business Park Water Pump in the amount of $700,000.00; $500,000.00 funding from the Urban Act and $200,000.00 funding from STEAP. WHEREAS the Town of Plymouth has received approval for stated Water Pump project; NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Plymouth Town Council hereby authorizes and recommends to the Plymouth Board of Finance an appropriation of $200,000,00 to complete the project.” by Councilwoman Jandreau; second Councilwoman Schenkel. Discussion: None.
Vote: Councilwoman Schenkel, yes; Councilman Sekorski, yes; Councilwoman Jandreau, yes; Councilman Gianesini, yes; Councilwoman Denski, yes. Motion carried.

Discuss And Take Action On The Resignation From Board of Finance: Mr. Paul Ashton

MOTION: To accept with regret the resignation of Mr. Paul Ashton from the Board of Finance, by Councilwoman Jandreau; second Councilwoman Schenkel.
Discussion: Councilwoman Jandreau thanked Mr. Ashton who served for 16 years and the Town owes him a great debt and thanks him very much for his service. Councilman Gianesini stated he served for the past 6 years with Paul who had innovative thoughts, felt very strongly about controlling spending and realized that when you cut certain areas you have responsibility and consequences and always a tough call and the new people on will find this out. Paul was an important contributor and the BOF has lost an awful lot of people with great experience and not to say new blood is not good and he learned a lot working with Paul and the others. Paul worked very hard and will be missed. Best wishes to him and his family. Mayor Festa stated he personally spoke with Paul and asked him to reconsider but based on some comments, he felt it was time to remove himself. He concurs to accept the resignation with deep regret for number of service years to the community.
Vote: Unanimous.

Jean Arden, Sherman Lane, stated she had a question on Item 11 and $95,000 and if a breakdown is available on what each item costs. Superintendent Distasio reviewed costs for ½ Art/Design teacher, $30,000; ½ custodian at the new high school, approximately $20,000; Sports Participation Fee, $15,000; Part Time Secretary at PCS, $6,000. He noted the amount of money the Board has leeway to spend, replacement windows at H. S. Fisher might be included at a cost of $24,000. Mrs. Arden asked what the percentage of students who do sports. Superintendent Distasio responded that a study was done last year on number actually participated in the middle and high school which was roughly 500 students but number may be duplicated from those who played more than one sport. Councilman Gianesini stated with regard to the Art/Design Teacher which was presented during the last budget season and if the town could start something like this it would be a great benefit to the school and community.

Councilwoman Schenkel commented about concerns raised by people who spoke on the financial state of this community and have raised her concerns and would like to recommend consideration of audit of our town finances, what is our current financial state and very concerned about budget being amended and maybe different than intended by Charter Revision. She is concerned about current state of health care benefits where some members are on and have not worked, and have we collected taxes are recorded. Would like this as an item next month for the Council. If the Council does decide on a forensic audit, it is expensive.

Adjournment

MOTION: To adjourn by Councilwoman Jandreau; second Councilwoman Schenkel and the vote unanimous.
Meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

Call Meeting to Order – Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz asked Councilman Sekorski to lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the August 28, 2007 Public Hearing Minutes and August 28, 2007 Special Town Council Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the August 28, 2007 Public Hearing Minutes. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. VOTE TAKEN: Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – abstained, Councilman Sekorski - yes. MOTION PASSED. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the August 28, 2007 Special Town Council Meeting Minutes. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. VOTE TAKEN: Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – abstained, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED.

Council Rules and Procedures – No action taken.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral reappointment of Donald Souza to the Housing Bd. of Appeals with a term to expire September 4, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the Mayoral reappointment of Joyce Relihan to the Human Services Commission with a term to expire October 1, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNIANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report –

• Mayor Krampitz reported that we have received notification that $99,800. in LoCIP funding will be coming to the Town for road improvements.
• The Mayor recently signed a grant for EMT -B classes in the amount of $2990. from the Office of Emergency Medical Services. This will be a class to train fire fighters next year by our PVAC.
• The Mayor attended the celebration for Connecticut ’s Outstanding Teen, Karen Link, who went on to National Competition in July.
• Mayor Krampitz signed a tentative agreement with union representative Anthony Bento for the Public Works, Town Hall and WPCA unions on August 13th. The agreement dealt with a wage and benefit package for the employees.
• The Mayor was happy to report that the October 1st Fall Mt. Water Referendum passed with 297 voting yes, 98 no. The Mayor talked today to Area Director Mary Grasso of USDA Rural Development and she too was pleased.
• Mayor Krampitz recently toured the new high school site. She also had a meeting with Industrial Construction, Bill Allread, our building official Clarence Atkinson and Business Manager Gerry Perusse to request that they look into ways to fit sidewalks into the existing budget by including the offsite perimeter sidewalks in the upcoming bid package.
• The Mayor attended the Read-assaince Faire at the Terryville Library where over a hundred readers celebrated their summer of reading with balloons, prizes and petting of miniature horses.
• It was the Mayor’s pleasure to be part of the opening of the Terryville Fair and the grand opening of Thomaston Valley Village .
• Mayor Krampitz stated it was her honor to recognize Councilwoman Scoville for her eight years of service to the Town Council and she read and presented the Councilwoman with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of her dedicated service.

The Mayor thanked Comcast, Fireman Jim, Connecticut Water, Terryville Lions Club, Terryville Library, Terryville Fire Department, the National Guard, Plymouth Chamber of Commerce, Bristol Resource Recovery Operating Committee, Councilwoman Murawski, Councilman Goodwin, Plymouth Ambulance Corps, Plymouth Police Department, Plymouth Public Works Department, and the Plymouth Bd. of Education for helping to make the Back to School Children’s Parade a success.

• Mayor Krampitz spoke at the Daughters of the American Revolution meeting on September 27th.
• At the invitation of First Selection Dick Crane, the Mayor toured, with our local senior leadership, the new Woodbury Sr. Center.
• Mayor Krampitz toured the new addition at Elm Press and met with the manager of Terryville Chevrolet.
• The Mayor attended the official christening of the new Plymouth Fire Company brush truck.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Anna or Karl Seitz $261.30; Jared J. Griffin $388.29; William C. Brown III $11.05; Keith G. Golnik $26.49; Anthony or Joanne Basile $13.94; Barbara or William Petke $46.96; Edward Banatoski $32.71; Stephen J. Fennessy $190.83; MMCA Lease Ltd. $106.53; Keith Gandarillas $51.47; Christopher E. Kamens $78.56; Colleen or Mark Maller $105.35; Michael S. Lundie $86.39; Gary N. Wojewoda $14.03 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning Chapter 7, Article IV. Blight Abatement ordinance – Mayor Krampitz indicated that the Town Council had the current ordinance language with them as well as side-by-side comparisons with several towns that were provided by Town Attorney Tom Conlin. The Mayor indicated that this would be the initial look at this ordinance and that next month more towns will be provided for the Town Council to review. The Mayor then asked Attorney Conlin to remark on the information provided and said that the Town Council would then look at each page and earmark sections that they would like to consider for future discussion in a draft of the Blight Ordinance. Attorney Conlin began by saying that it is important to have a policy statement and our ordinance does that in section 7-60 with the purpose. The Town may want to update that depending on what we decide our final policy will be. Section 7-61, definitions, is where the most complaints come from because it is subjective in their applications. It is universally the trouble area because of the flexibility needed in enforcement. Attorney Conlin suggested that the Town Council meet with the Building Inspector to get his opinions on the strong and weak points of the ordinance. The definitions should also distinguish between abandoned and inoperable motor vehicles. In section 7-63 enforcement, we should name who that is from beginning to end in the process and strengthen the exemptions on enforcement. 7-64 for appeals and hearings should refer to the State Statute 7-152(c) so that there is no doubt on what the appeal process is. Judgment liens will be handed out by the court. It should also state what happens to collected fines. The Town Council also has to decide what to do with the blight list. Should it be published? Should people get certified return receipt mail? Some ordinances also hold occupants as well as owners responsible. Mayor Krampitz suggested to the Town Council that they look at each town provided and go page-by-page and decide by consensus what they would like to see in a proposed draft. The following table contains the language from the towns that the Town Council wanted included in a proposed draft for future discussion.

MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recess at 8:31 p.m. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 8:40 p.m. The Town Council felt that it had enough to work with to begin a draft and asked the Mayor to include Fairfield in next month’s packet with the other communities.

Other Business – No action taken.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:29 p.m. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Pledge of Allegiance - Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the August 14, 2007 Town Council Public Hearing and Special Town Council Meeting Minutes. – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to accept the minutes of the August 14, 2007 Town Council Public Hearing. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to accept the minutes of the August 14, 2007 Special Town Council Meeting. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the Mayoral appointment of Katherine A. Peterson as an alternate member of the Inland/Wetland Commission with a term to expire 9/1/2010 replacing James Klaneski. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to approve the Mayoral reappointment of Jim Benway as a regular member of the Inland/Wetland Commission with a term to expire 9/1/2010 . SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the Mayoral appointment of Joan K. Fowler to the Human Services Commission with a term to expire 10/1/2009 replacing Jan Basoli. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the Mayoral reappointment of Edwin C. Smith to the ZBA with a term to expire 2/19/2010 . SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Mathew & Wendy Smith $11.41; Honda Lease Trust $133.31; Richard H. Bemis $4.94; Edward R. Chadwick $40.64; Catherine Garuti Olson $5.69; Ricky or Janice Charette $3.85; Wayne C. Fletcher $10.15; GMAC $247.75; GMAC $263.23; GMAC $331.22; Rebecca or Edward Brzankalski $5.99; Edward Croteau $13.24 – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

To consider and take action on a resolution entitled “Resolution Appropriating $2,150,000 For Town Line Road Culvert Bridge Replacement, Fall Mountain Lake Area Road And Drainage Improvements, Related Improvements And Appurtenances, And Project Financing Costs; And Authorizing The Issue Of Bonds, Notes And Other Obligations To Defray Such Appropriation” – Mayor Krampitz called for action on the resolution presented under this agenda item. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the following resolution:

“RESOLVED, that the Town Council hereby adopts the resolution entitled:

“RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING $2,150,000 FOR TOWN LINE ROAD CULVERT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT, FALL MOUNTAIN LAKE AREA ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES, AND PROJECT FINANCING COSTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF BONDS, NOTES AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS TO DEFRAY SUCH APPROPRIATION,”

as introduced at a meeting of the Town Council held August 14, 2007 , and as subject to a public hearing of the Town Council held August 28, 2007 , a copy of which resolution shall be recorded with the minutes of these minutes. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

To consider and take action on a resolution establishing the particulars of and related matters with respect to a referendum of the voters and qualified taxpayers of the Town on the resolution to be considered and acted on under agenda item 6 above – Mayor Krampitz called for action on the resolution presented under this agenda item. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved the following resolution:

“RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE PARTICULARS OF AND RELATED MATTERS WITH RESPECT TO A REFERENDUM OF THE VOTERS AND QUALIFIED TAXPAYERS OF THE TOWN ON THE TOWN LINE ROAD CULVERT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT AND FALL MOUNTAIN LAKE AREA ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.

“RESOLVED, that the resolution entitled “Resolution Appropriating $2,150,000 For Town Line Road Culvert Bridge Replacement, Fall Mountain Lake Area Road And Drainage Improvements, Related Improvements And Appurtenances, And Project Financing Costs; And Authorizing The Issue Of Bonds, Notes And Other Obligations To Defray Such Appropriation” adopted at this meeting be submitted to referendum vote of the electors and qualified taxpayers of the Town on Monday, October 1, 2007 between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. to be held in accordance with the provisions of Section 9b of Chapter VII of the Town Charter and Section 7-9c of the Connecticut General Statutes. Electors and qualified taxpayers of the Town shall vote on the question at the following polling place: Community Room, Town Hall, 80 Main Street in Terryville.

“FURTHER RESOLVED, that said resolution will be placed on the voting machines under the following heading:

“SHALL THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH APPROPRIATE $2,150,000 FOR TOWN LINE ROAD CULVERT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT, FALL MOUNTAIN LAKE AREA ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, RELATED APPURTENANCES, AND PROJECT FINANCING COSTS; AND AUTHORIZE THE ISSUE OF BONDS, NOTES AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS TO DEFRAY SUCH APPROPRIATIONS?”

Voters approving the resolution will vote “Yes” and voters opposing said resolution will vote “No”. Absentee ballots will be available from the Town Clerk’s office.

“FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk cause a notice of referendum on said resolution to be published and posted in accordance with the General Statutes and the Town Charter.

“FURTHER RESOLVED, that, in their discretion, the Town Clerk is authorized to prepare a concise explanatory text regarding said resolution and the Mayor is authorized to prepare additional explanatory materials regarding said resolution, such texts and explanatory materials to be subject to the approval of the Town Attorney and to be prepared and distributed in accordance with Section 9-369b of the Connecticut General Statutes.”

SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski asked why October 1 st was chosen and Mayor Krampitz explained that the referendum has to be thirty days from the date we publish to go to referendum. Councilman Zagurski asked if could be postponed until the November elections because it costs $3,000 to have a referendum and one month later we would be voting. Mayor Krampitz asked if he had seen that $3,000 as an actual cost in writing and Councilman Zagurski claimed he had not. Mayor Krampitz stressed that the Town had a 90-day extension and did not want to miss that deadline. The Mayor said that this project needs approval as soon as possible to meet USDA guidelines and to get the design work completed. Councilman Zagurski said that he contacted the USDA and that the 90-day limit was up on November 4 th but that they would hold the money. Mayor Krampitz asked if had that in writing but he said that was a verbal he received from Ilene Burnveau. Mayor Krampitz indicated that person was not the Town’s contact and that other USDA personnel were assigned to us for this project. Hearing no other discussion, the Mayor asked for a roll call vote. Councilman Zagurski – no, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED.

Public Comment – no comments.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:06 p.m. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order - Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the May 30, 2007 Town Council Special Meeting, June 11, 2007 Public Hearing and June 11, 2007 Town Council Special Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the minutes of the May 30, 2007 Special Meeting. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2007 Public Hearing and Special Meeting. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilman Sekorski – abstained. MOTION PASSED.

Presentation of the Connecticut Rural Development Council – Mayor Krampitz stated that she had reported in April receipt of the grant from the Connecticut Rural Development Council. She introduced Craig Stevenson, our Economic Development Consultant who then introduced James Leahy, President of the Leahy Management Group, LLC; and Linda Parquette of Project Management, Economic Development and Land Use Planning. Craig Stevenson stated that the purpose of the Connecticut Rural Development Council is to connect towns like Plymouth to the myriad of outside resources that are available. The assessment provides an intimate way to do that. Linda Parquette discussed the past accomplishments of the CRDC which was established in 1994 and is now registered as a non-profit organization. She stressed the need for smaller communities to have access to the technical capabilities and grants that are available to the larger cities. Ms. Parquette touted the directory that has been established and is now on line. James Leahy discussed the community assessment process while distributing a CRDC Community Assessment Report and a Community Assessment Timeline for Plymouth . He spoke of the importance of creating a resource team and stressed three major parts. The first was that the team would take a tour of the town to identify the assets and resources. Second was to schedule listening sessions with various groups to determine likes and dislikes. Third, a draft set of recommendations are created at that point. Final recommendations are presented 4-6 weeks after a public hearing on the draft proposals. Mr. Leahy pointed out that only two towns were selected from the applicants for the program. Mayor Krampitz stated that members from the Municipal Facilities Committee are in attendance at her request. The Mayor asked them to attend to hear the presentation and asked the committee to focus on the assessments so it will go hand-in-hand. This assessment will be the vehicle to get this committee started. Mayor Krampitz thanked the members for their attendance. Councilwoman Scoville was interested in the transportation aspect of the study and asked if the assessment would look at transportation issues as it affects the business park. Mr. Leahy responded that the initial meetings would be set up to identify what the important issues are and transportation could be one of them. Councilman Sekorski said that he was interested in the prioritization process because he was sure a dozen items could be developed quickly. Mr. Leahy stated that in the time frame allotted, a realistic approach would be not more than six issues. Councilman Sekorski also wanted to ensure that the plan of development was used and he was told that they look at that when they begin. Councilman Goodwin echoed the importance of the plan of development being used. Mayor Krampitz thanked all three guests and told them the town was looking forward to the coming months.

Liaison Reports – Councilwoman Scoville reported that the Library is putting estimates together for the repairing the roof and will hopefully be ready for our August agenda. Library Director Lynn White is working on a grant to deal with doors that have some fire code issues and she has been working with Anthony Lorenzetti, Town Engineer, on this project. There have been some excellent summer programs for the children being held at the library. An internet user policy was also adopted by the Library Board. Councilman Sekorski had no report. Councilman Goodwin reported that the Human Services Commission held their annual Family Night on June 6 th. A lot of effort was put into organizing all of the groups that participate and Councilman Goodwin hopes the attendance increases. Several seminars were held including a seniors AARP driver’s workshop, health, and identity theft. The Parks and Recreation Commission have met to deal with covering the summer programs with the retirement of our director. The playground program was kept in place and the Mayor made arrangements with Paul Denis to oversee that program in addition to his other duties. A letter was sent to the chairman informing her that the process can begin to start the search for a new director. EDC met and they have a firm offer on lot #18 in Phase 3. The Waterwheel Committee will be demolishing the remaining structures but must await DEP approval so as to not jeopardize funding. The Beautification Committee will be working with $3,000 to work on the area where the Belonick building was located. Councilwoman Murawski reported that the Police Commission is taking steps for the installation of School Zone signs in the area of the new high school. The newest police hire, Ken Kolpa, had been injured at the academy and is scheduled to begin again this week. They will also be continuing their screening for an additional officer. The Housing Authority began replacing kitchen cabinets at Gosinski Park . The BOE lowered the number of credits needed for graduation from 25 to 23. There had been a grant that required us to have 25 for graduation but the grant no longer exists. The sports pay-to-play policy was adopted which is $50 per sport with a limit of $200 per family. Councilman Zagurski reported that the Public Works highway department installed new drainage at various sections of Scott Rd. and Ives Ln. The crew has been mowing, sweeping, patching pot holes and doing rain storm related work. They installed new curbing and re-claimed Benedict St. , Emmett St. , Crescent St., Timothy Rd. , and sections of Scott Rd. A 10-wheeled 2007 dump truck was also delivered. The Director of Public Works met with FEMA regarding April damage and completed the reimbursement paperwork. He also attended Canal St. Project, BRRFOC, and various land-use meetings. GASB34 information was submitted to the auditor. Worked with PZC on new subdivision standards and CRCOG bidding procedures were utilized for snow removal. There were 8 demolition, 4 tire, 39 miscellaneous and 21 right of way permits issued. Metal reimbursement for May was $3,404.80 and June was $2,641.90. School Building Committee reported the new high school is on schedule and bids are being prepared for the old high school to be renovated. Tank replacement was needed at Fisher, the old high school, Prospect and Main St . The bids were opened and the State grant is for 70% and it appears to do all four schools, the town will have to come up with another $50,000 to replace all of the tanks. The Board of Fire Commissioners reported that the tower truck passed inspection and all other trucks had pump and engine tests. The new brush truck should be delivered at the end of August. The Fire Department had 2 structure, 1 vehicle and 2 brush fires. There were 6 HAZMAT and 2 alarm calls.

Council Rules and Procedures – no action taken.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation of Velma McConnell from the Plymouth Board of Education with regret. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to accept the resignation of Salvatore Crispo from the Zoning Bd. of Appeals with regret. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to reappoint Richard Daponte to the Zoning Bd. of Appeals with a term to expire February 19, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to appoint Andre St. Laurent to the Human Services Commission with a term to expire October 1, 2008 to fill the vacancy of Tammie Cantalini. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Goodwin was pleased with this appointment because he knew the Human Services Commission wanted to help the veterans and Mr. St. Laurent is involved with the American Legion and it is a good fit. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report

Take action to refund property taxes to: Shauna Watlington $494.51; Louis Ferrucci $14.87 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes as presented. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt Tax Incentive Committee’s Tax Abatement Resolution and Grant Resolution –

Mayor Krampitz introduced William Kuehn, Director of Planning, who gave a brief history of the proposal that the Tax Incentive Committee received. The committee thought the most useful money it could recommend was the $6,000 relocation grant to move manufacturing equipment.
MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the following resolution:
WHEREAS, The Woodmill, LLC will be doing business at 25 Gear Drive within the Plymouth Business Park ; and
WHEREAS, The Woodmill, LLC, has requested financial assistance to help relocate manufacturing equipment from Naugatuck , CT to the site; and
WHEREAS, the Tax Incentive Committee has determined that the applicant meets the policy criteria and has recommended financial assistance as a development incentive.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL:
That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with The Woodmill LLC for the provision of a grant in the amount $6,000 from the Economic Development Fund to assist in the relocation of manufacturing equipment to 25 Gear Drive .
SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Goodwin asked if there was an amount of time that Woodmill would have to stay in town as a stipulation to the grant or the money be returned. Mr. Kuehn answered it was five years per the policy. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mr. Kuehn gave a brief history of the proposal of E.S. Metal Fabrications. This company does a lot of government work especially in the area of armored plating for vehicles. The tax abatement is for the new addition and the abatement is based on the most recent estimate. The owner has recently purchased equipment worth $750,000. It is a boost to the town in taxes and jobs.

MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the following resolution:

WHEREAS, E.S. Metal Fabrications, Inc. owns the property at 11 Allread Drive within the Business Park; and
WHEREAS, E.S. Metal Fabrications, Inc. has requested financial assistance to construct a 5,400 sq. ft. addition to the existing 15,720 sq. ft. facility; and
WHEREAS, the Tax Incentive Committee has determined that the applicant meets the policy criteria and has recommended a tax abatement as a development incentive.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL:
That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to enter into a tax abatement agreement with E.S. Metal Fabrications, Inc. for a fifty (50%) percent abatement of real property for a three year period applicable to the 5,400 sq. ft. addition; and that the fifty (50%) tax abatement shall take affect on the grand list of the first day of October following the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Public Works Commission Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz noted that legal review has now taken place on the proposed ordinances as discussed this year by the Town Council. The timeline would be a public hearing must be at least five days out. After the hearing is held, the Town Council would take final action to amend and/or adopt. If adopted, the Town Clerk would publish in the newspaper within ten days of final passage, then the ordinance becomes effective on the 21 st day after such publication. Councilman Zagurski asked for clarification in Sec. 2-212 Organization pertaining to “staff to the commission shall be appointed by the Mayor” and wanted to know if that was with Town Council approval. The Mayor told him that it was not because that would include the minutes clerk and personnel that the Mayor is normally responsible to hire. Councilman Sekorski stated that he was on the fence about this ordinance because he was concerned that some issues that may be brought to this commission would be more appropriately handled by the Public Works Director and his staff.

MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to send this proposed ordinance to public hearing.

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 ARTICLE VII PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION

Sec. 2-111 Public Works Commission Established

Pursuant to the authority granted by the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended, and the Town Charter, there is hereby established a Public Works Commission with all the powers and duties specified in this Article.

Sec. 2-112 Composition, Appointment, Terms, Compensation

The Public Works Commission shall consist of five (5) regular members and two (2) alternate members, all of whom shall be electors of the Town of Plymouth holding no salaried town office. No elector shall be appointed a member of the Commission who has a contract, or is a partner of a partnership or an officer, majority shareholder or majority owner of a corporation or other business entity which has a contract, to undertake construction project, or provide consulting services with respect to such project, if such project will require review, inspection, formal recommendations or contract award by the Town’s Public Works Department or its staff or employees. If such a disqualifying contract arises with respect to a sitting member of the Commission, such member shall promptly resign from the Commission. Regular and alternate members shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Town Council. Each regular or alternate member shall serve for a term of three (3) years or until such member’s successor is appointed and qualified, provided that with respect to the initial appointment of regular members, two (2) members will be appointed for a term of three (3) years, two (2) members will be appointed for a term of two (2) years, and one (1) member will be appointed for one (1) year. The Mayor may remove any member of the Commission for cause. Any vacancy arising for any reason whatsoever shall be filled for the unexpired term in the manner of original appointment. The members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for their services as such but shall be reimbursed for their necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-112 Organization Within a period of thirty (30) days after the appointment of the original members of the Commission, the regular members shall meet and elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman from among the membership, and shall adopt rules of procedure for the governance of its meetings. Staff to the Commission shall be appointed by the Mayor in accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter. The Commission may request through the Mayor the assistance of legal counsel and may request through the Director of Public Works the assistance of such other consultant services as may be necessary or desirable for the performance of its duties and in the exercise of its powers, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-114 Meetings, Quorum, Action The Commission shall meet at least monthly at such times and places as the Commission may determine. Three members shall constitute a quorum of the Commission. Action by the Commission shall be taken only on the majority vote of all its members.

Sec. 2-115 Alternate Members Alternate members shall not participate in any election of officers of the Commission. In all other matters, in case of an inability to act because of absence, sickness or self-interest on the part of any member of the Commission, that member’s place shall be taken by an alternate member designated by the Chairman of the Commission.

Sec. 2-114 Duties

Sec. 2-116 Appropriations In the performance of its duties and in the exercise of its powers aforesaid, the Commission shall not incur any expenses or obligate the Town to pay any expense in excess of the funds appropriated by the Town for such purpose.

SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Historic Property Commission Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz informed the Town Council that after legal review there was a slight addition and it does not change the purpose or the intent of this proposed ordinance. At the end of Sec. 2-101, the study committee would have to be terminated and this is a common procedure. Councilman Sekorski wondered if this commission was mentioned in the ten year plan of development. Mayor Krampitz answered that this is a result of CLG funding and more historic properties that we can obtain after the commission is in place. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to send this proposed ordinance to public hearing.

ARTICLE VI HISTORIC PROPERTIES COMMISSION

Sec. 2-101 Historic Properties Commission Established; Historic Property Study Committee Terminated To promote the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the public through the preservation and protection of the distinctive characteristics of individual buildings and places associated with the history of or indicative of a period or style of architecture of the Town of Plymouth and the development of appropriate settings for such buildings and places, pursuant to the authority granted by Part II of Chapter 97a of the Connecticut General Statutes (Sections 7-147(p) et seq.), as amended, and the Town Charter, there is hereby established a Historic Properties Commission with all the powers and duties specified in this Article. The Historic Property Study Committee established by the Town Council with respect to the property described in Section 2-108 is hereby terminated.

 Sec. 2-102 Composition, Appointment, Terms, Compensation The Historic Properties Commission shall consist of five (5) regular members and three (3) alternate members, all of whom shall be electors of the Town of Plymouth holding no salaried town office. Regular and alternate members shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Town Council. Each regular or alternate member shall serve for a term of five (5) years or until such member’s successor is appointed and qualified, provided that with respect to the initial appointment of regular members, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of five (5) years, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of four (4) years, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of three (3) years, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of two (2) years and one (1) member will be appointed for a term of one (1) year. The Mayor may remove any member of the Commission for cause. Any vacancy arising for any reason whatsoever shall be filled for the unexpired term in the manner of original appointment. The members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for their services as such but shall be reimbursed for their necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-103 Organization Within a period of thirty (30) days after the appointment of the original members of the Commission, the regular members shall meet and elect a Chairman, a Vice Chairman and a Clerk from among the membership, and shall adopt rules of procedure for the governance of its meetings. Staff to the Commission shall be appointed by the Mayor in accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter. The Commission may request through the Mayor the assistance of legal counsel and of such other clerical or technical assistance or consultant services as may be necessary or desirable for the performance of its duties and the exercise of its powers, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-104 Meetings, Quorum, Action The Commission shall meet at such times and places as the Commission may determine. Three members shall constitute a quorum of the Commission. Action by the Commission shall be taken only on the majority vote of the members voting at a meeting at which quorum is present.

Sec. 2-105 Alternate Members Alternate members shall not participate in any election of officers of the Commission. In all other matters, in case of an inability to act because of absence, sickness or self-interest on the part of any member of the Commission, that member’s place shall be taken by an alternate member designated by the Chairman of the Commission.

Sec. 2-106 Powers and Duties The Commission shall have such powers and duties, shall perform such functions and shall be subject to such limitations as shall be provided with respect to historic properties commissions by Section 7-147r or other applicable provisions of the Connecticut General Statutes, as they may be amended from time to time.

Sec. 2-107 Appropriations In the performance of its duties and in the exercise of its powers aforesaid, the Commission shall not incur any expenses or obligate the Town to pay any expense in excess of the funds appropriated by the Town for such purpose. The Commission may accept money gifts on behalf of the Town in furtherance of the performance of its duties and the exercise of its powers and expend the same for such purposes, subject to the provisions of the Town Charter.

Sec. 2-108 Designation of Historic Property In accordance with the provisions of Part II of Chapter 97a of the Connecticut General Statutes (Sections 7-147(p) et seq.), as amended, the following property is hereby determined to be and designated as a historic property in the Town of Plymouth, within the meaning of said provisions of the Connecticut General Statutes:

The Terryville Water Wheel historic property at 262 Main Street , Terryville as described in a deed recorded in Volume 188, pg. 402 of the Plymouth Land Records, and including all land described in such deed and all of the buildings, structures and appurtenances thereon, and bounded as follows:

All that certain piece or parcel of land located in the Village of Terryville, Town of Plymouth, County of Litchfield and State of Connecticut, shown on a map entitled, “Plan of Land in Plymouth, Conn. Owned by Harry J. Kirkwood Scale 1 in. = 10 ft. OCT. 28, 19 55 Adrian Matthews, Surveyor”, which map is on file in the Land Records in the Town of Plymouth. Said parcel is bounded and described as follows: Commencing at an iron pin in the northerly line of Main Street as shown on said map, which point marks the southwesterly corner of the within described parcel; thence running 47.75 feet along land now or formerly of Harry J. Kirkwood to a point in a stone wall; thence turning and running 14.45 feet along land of said Kirkwood to a drill hole at the base of a wall; thence turning and running along face of said wall a distance of 34.5 feet to a point; thence turning and continuing along the face of the wall a distance of 6.5 feet to a point; thence turning and running 3.0 feet to an iron pin in the northerly line of Main Street; thence running 21.0 feet to the point and place of beginning.

SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Local Vendor Preference Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz noted that one word was left out of sec. 2-121, the word “not” was left out before the word“exceeding”.

Councilman Zagurski commented about sec. 2-122 (b) from “one year” through “by the Mayor”. The Councilman thought it would be clearer to say who the person was instead of letting it be named by the Mayor. He also thought the form could be included in the bid package. Mayor Krampitz indicated that businesses change hands or constantly change something and this was a mechanism to keep this information up to date. The Mayor asked Anthony Lorenzetti, Public Works Director, to comment and he added that depending on each bid would determine the person responsible and he would also like to see the form in the bid package. The Mayor said that could be part of the policy to include it in the bid package and Mr. Lorenzetti agreed. Councilwoman Scoville asked about sec. 2-125 (b) and wanted to know if the town has ever gone out to bid for attorneys, physicians, architects or appraisers or those types of services. The Mayor explained that those services go out for RFQs.

MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to send this proposed ordinance to public hearing.

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ARTICLE VIII LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE

Sec. 2-121 Local Vendor Preference Program Established Pursuant to the authority granted by the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended, and the Town Charter, there is hereby established a local vendor preference program for the award of all bids and quotes exceeding $500,000 submitted for purchases pursuant to a request for competitive bids or quotes for a contract or purchase not excluded by Sec. 2-125.

Sec. 2-122 Qualified and Registered Local Vendor As used in this Article, the term “qualified and registered local vendor” means:

Evidence of the maintenance of a principal place of business located within the Town of Plymouth may include the ownership or long-term lease of real estate from which the principal place of business is operated or the payment of property taxes on the personal property of the business to be used in the performance of the bid.

Sec. 2-123 Local Vendor Registration Form The Mayor shall have prepared a local vendor registration form and shall have it made available upon request to all local businesses.

Sec. 2-124 Lowest Responsible Bidders Notwithstanding any provision in a request for competitive bids or quotes regarding the award of the contract to the lowest responsible bidder:

Sec. 2-125 Nonapplicability to Certain Contracts The provisions of this Article shall not apply:

SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Sidewalk Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz stated that the Town Council received a letter from Attorney Gillette who was doing the legal review. Councilman Zagurski said that the letter explained a lot of reasons why the Town should not have the ordinance but he was still in favor of it. Councilwoman Murawski stated that she would like to know more about his recommendation to amend the subdivision regulation. Councilman Goodwin asked if the PZC had a copy of this letter and the Mayor said that the Town Council was the first to see this and appropriately so. Councilman Goodwin stated that he would like the PZC to look at this legal opinion and then have both groups put our thoughts together before we move forward on this one. Councilman Sekorski said that the goal was to redirect money in lieu of sidewalks to continue with sidewalk connectivity. He did not think the ordinance as written really did that and suggested that the Mayor review this with the staff to make this more succinct. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refer this ordinance back to staff for more investigation. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to schedule a Public Hearing for proposed ordinances – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to set public hearing for August 14, 2007 for ordinances in the Community Room at 6:30 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to schedule a Special Town Meeting for Fall Mt. road paving and culvert bridge project - The Mayor said that the Town Council had an approval letter dated May 4, 2007 from USDA Rural Development awarding us $791,000 in grant funds and $1,067,000 in low interest loans for the paving and repairs to the culvert bridge in the Fall Mt. Area of the Town for the extension of the water project. These were not in the original project. The loan portion is scheduled for repayment over a period of thirty years for planning purposes a 4.125 percent interest rate is used which provides for an annual payment of $62,655. However, the town may choose a payment schedule that results in a cost savings over the term of the loan $35,567 in principal for 29 years plus accrued interest to be paid annually. The comptroller along with the Board of Finance will determine the best payment plan for the Town. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recommend an appropriation of $1,858,000 to the Board of Finance made up of USDA grants and loans for Fall Mt. road paving and culvert bridge repair and schedule a Special Town Meeting for Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Community Room to vote on said appropriation. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Sekorski asked if the comptroller was going to be available for the Special Town Meeting because many of the questions will be about how this process works because this will not cost us what is reflected but will become part of the adjusted annual budget. The Mayor answered that the comptroller would be at the meeting. Councilman Goodwin asked if the appropriation was enough to pave all of the roads that were disturbed by the water project and the public works director told him that it was. Don Souza, 50 Eastview Rd. – stated that they are entering into a lake management plan and that the town’s efforts to improve drainage will fit into their efforts and help their water quality. Brian Barnes, 23 Fall Mt. Terrace – stated that they have been working with Mr. Lorenzetti and with Bristol because of developments in their town to improve drainage in the entire area. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Public Comment – Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – read a statement about blight that she claimed was related to Town Council activities in 2003. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recess at 8:30 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 8:38 p.m.

Other Business – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to discuss the OSHA visit to the Town of Plymouth . SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilwoman Scoville asked what OSHA did when they came to town. The Mayor said that they did an inspection at every facility that we have. Councilman Sekorski asked if other staff were involved and the Mayor told him that staff from various departments were made available so that they could complete their assessment. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to discuss placing the blight ordinance on the August agenda. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOULSY. Mayor Krampitz reminded the Town Council of the memo they had received. Councilwoman Scoville was concerned about the 75 day time frame to take action otherwise the list is automatically accepted. Councilman Goodwin stated that because of a pending lawsuit, it should be in executive session. Mayor Krampitz reminded the Town Council that they had already tabled the item until August. The Mayor also noted that the meeting would still fall under the 75 day limit. Councilman Sekorski said that the issue is bigger than the ordinance itself and he wanted to utilize any legal ability as a Town Council to do the right thing. Councilman Goodwin stated that the bottom line is that the property gets cleaned up. Last year the list went by with all the same names on it and no one blinked an eye at it. This year, everyone is up in arms.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:46 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Pledge of Allegiance - Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the July 10, 2007 Regular Town Council Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the July 10, 2007 Regular Town Council Meeting Minutes. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Zagurski stated that even though the comments indicated that the word “not” was missing in the Local Vendor Preference ordinance, he thought it should have been included in the language on page 10. This was noted for the record by the Mayor. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation of Henry E. Kolakoski from the Housing Authority with regret. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to appoint Karen E. Kulesa to the Plymouth Board of Education to fill the vacancy left by Velma McConnell that expires November 11, 2007 . SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral appointment of William W. Hawley to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the Mayoral reappointment of Joseph M. Green to the Capital Improvements Committee with a term to expire February 7, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to reappoint Barbara Orsini to the Housing Authority with a term to expire August 31, 2012 . SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral reappointment of David J. Zukauskas to the Conservation Inland/Wetlands Commission with a term to expire September 1, 2010. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the Mayoral reappointment of Gary J. Gallagher to the Planning & Zoning Commission with a term to expire September 5, 2010. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Julie or Philip Perry $357.50; Elmon E. Smith $44.01; Carleen Limmer $9.51; Genevieve or Chester Drzewiecki $5.17; Raymond Chevrier $156.70; Sharon Masse $103.00; Michael R. Turner $475.57; Glen Mfg Co. Inc. $32.27; Paul Witik $133.80; Warren or Barbara Grant $36.18; Angelo or Georgia Rose $47.74; Patrick or Madylin Speranza $8.01; Keith T. Falkner $156.59; Geoff H. Miller $18.55; John or Helene Bycoski $83.98; Bruce or Robert Szoldra $12.94; Daniel C. Perbeck $14.18; Leaond H. Noble $228.16; Richard L. Caron $5.35; Brian N. Barnes $37.87; Adam E. Croteau $10.74; William or Deanna Wood $86.99 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt General Order #07-22 “Animal Control Operations” as presented by the Police Commission – Mayor Krampitz said Chief Krasicky was available for questions and was asked by Councilwoman Murawski to what extent did the order cover the pick up and disposal of dead animals from Town roads. The chief responded that it would be all animals except for deer which is covered by the DEP. Councilman Sekorski asked if the animal control officers were in the bargaining unit and the chief told him they were not. Councilman Sekorski also asked if this will be part of the officer’s understanding of their duties as he referred to Section II and the Chief explained that it is also covered in Section III as well. The chief said that the union reviewed the general order and was in agreement with it. Councilman Zagurski questioned “Procedures” B 3. and was concerned if an incident required immediate police action. He wondered if a police officer would be dispatched first while trying to get an animal control officer. The chief said that if it was a dangerous or life threatening situation, a police officer would be sent and they could dispatch the animal if they had to. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to adopt General Order #07-22 “Animal Control Operations” as presented by the Police Commission. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to recommend to the Board of Finance an appropriation of $9,917 from Homeland Security Grant Program money for the purchase of an ATV - Mayor Krampitz said Paul Schwanka, Emergency Management Director, was available to answer questions and was asked by Councilwoman Scoville how the ATV became the priority for these funds. Mr. Schwanka explained that a rescue sled had been donated to the fire department by the Highrider’s Club. The Homeland Security funds were split between general purchases and the Police Department and the emergency departments decided to pool the resources and buy the ATV so that it could pull the sled. Mr. Schwanka used an example of a rescue at Mt. Tobe airport where it took over an hour on foot to carry a person because of the area. The ATV and rescue sled would have been more efficient. It will also be good on ice rescues. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recommend to the Board of Finance an appropriation of $9,917 from Homeland Security Grant Program money for the purchase of an ATV. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to introduce and set a public hearing on a resolution appropriating $2,150,000 in funds for costs of replacement of the Town Line Road Culvert Bridge (Bridge No. 110013) over Hancock Brook, road and drainage improvements in the Fall Mountain Lake area of the Town, acquisition, construction and installation of related improvements and appurtenances, and the financing of the project; and authorizing the issuance of bonds, notes and other obligations to finance the appropriation – Mayor Krampitz highlighted the issues necessitating the appropriation method from Special TownMeeting toReferendum.MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the following resolution: RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING $2,150,000 FOR TOWN LINE ROAD CULVERT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT, FALL MOUNTAIN LAKE AREA ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, RELATED IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES, AND PROJECT FINANCING COSTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF BONDS, NOTES AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS TO DEFRAY SUCH APPROPRIATION

RESOLVED,

Section 1. That the Town of Plymouth appropriate TWO MILLION ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,150,000) for costs of: (1) replacement of the Town Line Road Culvert Bridge (Bridge No. 110013) over Hancock Brook; (2) road and drainage improvements in the Fall Mountain Lake area of the Town; (3) acquisition, construction and installation of related improvements and appurtenances; (4) the financing of the project. The appropriation may be spent for design, acquisition, installation and construction costs, equipment, materials, right-of-way or easement acquisition, engineering and consultant fees, legal fees, administrative and printing costs, net interest on borrowings and other financing costs, and other expenses related to the project. The Mayor is authorized to determine the scope and particulars of the project, and may reduce or modify the scope of the project, and the entire appropriation may be spent on the project as so reduced or modified. The Town anticipates that it may receive grants to defray in part the appropriation for the project from the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, and from the State of Connecticut pursuant to the Local Bridge Program (Chapter 240, Part IIb of the General Statutes of Connecticut, Revision of 1958, as amended).

Section 2. That the Town issue its bonds, notes or project loan obligations in an amount not to exceed TWO MILLION ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,150,000) to finance the appropriation for the project. The amount of bonds, notes or project loan obligations authorized to be issued shall be reduced by the amount of grants received by the Town for the project. The bonds, notes or project loan obligations shall be issued pursuant to Sections 7-369 of the General Statutes of Connecticut , Revision of 1958, as amended, and any other enabling acts. The bonds, notes or project loan obligations shall be general obligations of the Town secured by the irrevocable pledge of the full faith and credit of the Town.

Section 3. That the Town issue and renew its temporary notes from time to time in anticipation of the receipt of the proceeds from the sale of the bonds, notes or project loan obligations for the project or the receipt of grants for the project. The amount of the notes outstanding at any time shall not exceed TWO MILLION ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,150,000). The notes shall be issued pursuant to Section 7-378 of the General Statutes of Connecticut , Revision of 1958, as amended. The notes shall be general obligations of the Town secured by the irrevocable pledge of the full faith and credit of the Town. The Town shall comply with the provisions of Section 7-378a of the General Statutes if the notes do not mature within the time permitted by said Section 7-378.

Section 4. The Mayor is authorized to determine the amount, dates, interest rates, maturities, redemption provisions, form and other details of the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes; to designate one or more bank or trust companies to be certifying bank, registrar, transfer agent and paying agent for the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes; to provide for the keeping of a record of the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes; to designate a financial advisor to the Town in connection with the sale of the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes; to sell the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes at public or private sale; to deliver the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes; and to perform all other acts which are necessary or appropriate to issue the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes. The Mayor and the Treasurer of the Town shall sign the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes by their manual or facsimile signatures. The law firm of Day, Berry & Howard LLP is designated as bond counsel to approve the legality of the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes.

Section 5. That the Town hereby declares its official intent under Federal Income Tax Regulation Section 1.150-2 that project costs may be paid from temporary advances of available funds and that (except to the extent reimbursed from grant moneys) the Town reasonably expects to reimburse any such advances from the proceeds of borrowings in an aggregate principal amount not in excess of the amount of borrowing authorized above for the project. The Comptroller, or the Comptroller’s designee, is authorized to pay project expenses in accordance herewith pending the issuance of such reimbursement borrowings, and is further authorized to amend such declaration of official intent as the Comptroller deems necessary or advisable.

Section 6. That the Mayor and the Comptroller are authorized to bind the Town pursuant to such representations and covenants as they deem necessary or advisable in order to maintain the continued exemption from federal income taxation of interest on the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes authorized by this resolution if issued on a tax-exempt basis, including covenants to pay rebates of investment earnings to the United States in future years.

Section 7. That the Mayor and the Comptroller are authorized to make representations and enter into written agreements for the benefit of holders of the bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes to provide secondary market disclosure information, which agreements may include such terms as they deem advisable or appropriate in order to comply with applicable laws or rules pertaining to the sale or purchase of such bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes.

Section 8. That the Mayor, or any other proper officer or official of the Town, on behalf of the Town, is authorized to apply for and accept any available state or federal grants or loans to finance the project, and to enter into any grant or loan agreement prescribed by the grantor or lender, and that further, without limitation, the Mayor and other proper officers and officials of the Town are authorized to take any other actions necessary to obtain grants or loans pursuant to the Local Bridge Program (Chapter 240, Part IIb of the General Statutes of Connecticut, Revision of 1958, as amended), or to any other present or future legislation, and to implement such grant or loan agreements.

Section 9. That the Mayor, the Treasurer, the Comptroller and other proper officers and officials of the Town are authorized to take all other action which is necessary or desirable to complete the project and to issue bonds, notes, project loan obligations or temporary notes or obtain grants to finance the aforesaid appropriation.

Section 10. That this Resolution shall become effective upon its approval at referendum held in accordance with Chapter VII , Section 9b of the Town Charter. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. VOTE TAKEN: Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor Krampitz referred the Town Council to the calendar that was provided for them with the goal of scheduling the Public Hearing during the last week in August and being able to choose a date when everyone will be able to attend so that a Special Council meeting could immediately follow to take action to schedule a referendum date. The possible dates of August 27 th through the 30 th appeared plausible for all the council members and by consensus they agreed on Tuesday the 28 th.

Mayor Krampitz then called for the introduction of the resolution to set a public hearing on the aforesaid bond resolution. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin read and moved “RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing be held in the Community Room of the Plymouth Town Hall on Tuesday August 28, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. on the aforesaid bond resolution entitled: “RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING $2,150,000 FOR TOWN LINE ROAD CULVERT BRIDGE REPLACEMENT, FALL MOUNTAIN LAKE AREA ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, RELATED IMPROVEMENTS AND APPURTENANCES, AND PROJECT FINANCING COSTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUE OF BONDS, NOTES AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS TO DEFRAY SUCH APPROPRIATION.” “FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor is authorized and directed to post and public notice of said Public Hearing.” SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. VOTE TAKEN: Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to approve deficits for fiscal year 2006/2007 – Mayor Krampitz introduced Manuel Gomes, Comptroller to answer questions and offer more information about the information submitted. Mr. Gomes explained that the report is submitted to the Town Council at the night of the meeting because of a number of reasons. The first was that health insurance co-pays for employees are paid by the town and the TPA’s numbers arrived on Monday and had to be included in this report. The other reason is that many of the line item deficits are utilities and because of the billing cycle, these numbers can not be determined until the last moment. The third reason is that all of the deficits are now actual numbers. In the past, the status for some of these deficits was projected. Mr. Gomes explained that these need to be approved in order to proceed with the audit. He also said that the department heads did a very good job staying within their budgets. Mr. Gomes projected between $300,000 and $400,000 in surplus above these numbers presented. He explained that this is an exercise that makes sure that you are aware of what is going on with the line items in the budget but it still will be a simple case of what the town generates for revenue compared to how much it spent from the budget. The process would be to recommend the deficits to the Board of Finance and they have the authority to approve. The general ledger was reviewed page by page and Councilwoman Scoville asked about the deficits for the registrars on page 2. Mr. Gomes answered that it was not discretionary and had to be spent to cover referenda and other election requirements. There were also issues with the new voting machines. The Councilwoman also asked about the salary deficit on page 3 and was told that was for the laid-off employee. The tax refund deficit depends on what the people overpay and is already approved by the Town Council. Councilman Zagurski asked about the property and casualty deficit and was told that it was a result of the new high school being added to the insurance. Councilwoman Scoville asked about the health insurance deficit on page 4. Mr. Gomes said that this is the amount that we owe the TPA for the co-pays. Councilman Goodwin asked if part of this cost was from Anthem. Mr. Gomes said four months was from Anthem and eight months is from Oxford . Councilman Sekorski reiterated that the TPA is being reimbursed for money that it already spent and the Comptroller concurred. The Councilman also noted that the 3% cap on the budget will continue to create utility problems for the fire houses on page 8. Mr. Gomes explained that on page 13 the library and recreation salary line items showed deficits because of the retirements and the accrued sick time that had to be paid. The Budget Deficits Report submitted for Fiscal Year 2006-2007 was as follows:

Central Supply – mileage $3,402 Registrars - salary registrars $2,325; salary deputy registrars $238; wages election workers $4,194; maintenance & repairs $1,933; voting machine inspection $1,035 Board of Finance – town audit $4,594 Tax Collector – salary staff $12,788; tax refunds $10,255 Legal Fees – labor attorney $44,730 Property & Casualty – Workers Compensation $9,997; property & casualty $21,454 Employee Benefits – pensions $12,273; health insurance $68,983; unemployment $1,452 Fire Department – physicals $3,820 Terryville Station – heat $2,853; elec., gas & water $3,539 Fall Mountain Station – heat $2,689; elec., gas &water $2,264 Facilities – repairs & supplies $1,783; sewer user fees $1,260; heat $20,059; electricity $11,578 Street Lights & Hydrants – hydrant rentals $18,292; street lights $11,984 Highway Department – heat $936; electricity $815 Maintenance Garage – gas & oil $30,164 Public Health – heat $903 Ambulance Corps- heat $2,006; electricity $2,668 Terryville Library – salary librarian $12,960; electricity $3,488 Recreation – salary director $19,507 Land Use – salary enforcement officer $2,186. The Total is $355,407.

MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to recommend the 2006/2007 budget deficits to the Board of Finance for approval. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt proposed Public Works Commission Ordinance - Mayor Krampitz explained that now that the hearing has been held, the Town Council would need to take final action to amend and/or adopt. If adopted, the Town Clerk would publish in the newspaper within ten days of final passage, then the ordinance becomes effective on the 21 st day after such publication. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adopt the Public Works Commission ordinance. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. AMENDMENT: Councilman Goodwin moved to amend line 13 to add after “salaried town office” the words “or employment” before the end of the sentence. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Goodwin stated he was concerned that if this language was not added that a public works employee could be appointed to this commission. Mayor Krampitz asked for a vote on the amendment. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – no. MOTION PASSED. Councilman Sekorski stated that he disagreed with the proposal and felt it would cause confusion with how complaints should be handled. Councilwoman Murawski said that it was mentioned at that hearing that this was taken up by the charter revision commission and no action was taken but the previous charter revision commission did approve of this idea and brought it forward to the town council who voted it down at that time. Mayor Krampitz asked for a vote on the main motion. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – no. MOTION PASSED.

Discuss and take action to adopt proposed Local Vendor Preference Ordinance – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adopt the Local Vendor Preference Ordinance. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski said that he still had problems with line 21. Instead of a person delegated by the Mayor, it should be specified ahead of time. Councilman Goodwin interjected that it is because different people do the bids. It could be the public works director one time and then the comptroller the next. The Mayor said that the person to contact for the specific bid could be part of the legal ad. Councilwoman Scoville added that if a local vendor wants to know what to do they will just make a phone call. Councilman Zagurski also had concerns with lines 3 through 5 on page two relating to contracts for professional services. Mayor Krampitz offered that was not a commodity. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Executive Session for pending claims – Church, Kiltonic, Bharara, Cain, Labelle, et al – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to go into executive session at 8:15 p.m. and invite in the Town Attorney. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Sekorski had a concern about going into executive session because he was under the impression that the town did not have a claim against it. Attorney Conlin stated that this does not have to be claims that are against the town. Pending claims can in fact be whether the town should pursue its claims under the blight abatement ordinance. This could be very useful because at a prior meeting some members wanted to discuss that issue. Councilman Sekorski clarified that it was Attorney Conlin’s opinion that the Town Council could go into executive session because the town had legal claims against individuals. Attorney Conlin confirmed that opinion. Councilwoman Scoville asked if the only people discussed would be those on the agenda. Attorney Conlin answered that “et al” was included to encompass the entire list. AMENDMENT: Councilwoman moved to amend the motion by allowing the public to speak before going into executive session. AMENDMENT DIES FOR LACK OF A SECOND. There was a brief discussion concerning parliamentary procedure when a councilman wanted to second the amendment after it had already been declared failed by the chair. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to recess at 8:25 p.m. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 8:31p.m. Mayor Krampitz asked if there were any amendments. AMENDMENT: Councilwoman Scoville moved to amend the motion by allowing the public to speak before going into executive session. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – no, Councilman Goodwin – no, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED. Attorney Conlin advised the Mayor and Town Council not to respond in any way. Five residents from the blight list spoke about their own concerns. Hearing no other public comments Mayor Krampitz asked the Town Council to vote on the main motion. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY AT 8:50 P.M. OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:40 p.m. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 9:42 p.m.

Take action from executive session if necessary – MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to remove from the table the blight list from June. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to reject the current blight list and instruct the Mayor to remove all blight liens existing at this time. The Council will revisit the current Blight Ordinance starting at its September 2007 regularly scheduled meeting. For the next 90 days, no notices of blight violation will be filed on land records. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Sekorski asked if any comment could be made about the Hart property that the Town now owns that is in disrepair. Attorney Conlin stressed that there are environmental issues with the DEP and EPA that are tied to the Town’s grant application process. The Town is actively engaged in working with these agencies to get these structures down as quickly as possible. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Public Comment – Jeanine Jandreau, 34 S. Main St. – was concerned about comments made pertaining to misappropriation of funds of the previous administration. Ralph Zovich, 4 Knight Ln. – gave his interpretation of the events that led to funds not being properly appropriated. Jim Murdock, 44 Minor Rd. – expressed concerns about the local vendor preference ordinance. Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – wants to see a police dog.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:05 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order - Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the May 30, 2007 Town Council Special Meeting, June 11, 2007 Public Hearing and June 11, 2007 Town Council Special Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the minutes of the May 30, 2007 Special Meeting. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2007 Public Hearing and Special Meeting. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilman Sekorski – abstained. MOTION PASSED.

Presentation of the Connecticut Rural Development Council – Mayor Krampitz stated that she had reported in April receipt of the grant from the Connecticut Rural Development Council. She introduced Craig Stevenson, our Economic Development Consultant who then introduced James Leahy, President of the Leahy Management Group, LLC; and Linda Parquette of Project Management, Economic Development and Land Use Planning. Craig Stevenson stated that the purpose of the Connecticut Rural Development Council is to connect towns like Plymouth to the myriad of outside resources that are available. The assessment provides an intimate way to do that. Linda Parquette discussed the past accomplishments of the CRDC which was established in 1994 and is now registered as a non-profit organization. She stressed the need for smaller communities to have access to the technical capabilities and grants that are available to the larger cities. Ms. Parquette touted the directory that has been established and is now on line. James Leahy discussed the community assessment process while distributing a CRDC Community Assessment Report and a Community Assessment Timeline for Plymouth . He spoke of the importance of creating a resource team and stressed three major parts. The first was that the team would take a tour of the town to identify the assets and resources. Second was to schedule listening sessions with various groups to determine likes and dislikes. Third, a draft set of recommendations are created at that point. Final recommendations are presented 4-6 weeks after a public hearing on the draft proposals. Mr. Leahy pointed out that only two towns were selected from the applicants for the program. Mayor Krampitz stated that members from the Municipal Facilities Committee are in attendance at her request. The Mayor asked them to attend to hear the presentation and asked the committee to focus on the assessments so it will go hand-in-hand. This assessment will be the vehicle to get this committee started. Mayor Krampitz thanked the members for their attendance. Councilwoman Scoville was interested in the transportation aspect of the study and asked if the assessment would look at transportation issues as it affects the business park. Mr. Leahy responded that the initial meetings would be set up to identify what the important issues are and transportation could be one of them. Councilman Sekorski said that he was interested in the prioritization process because he was sure a dozen items could be developed quickly. Mr. Leahy stated that in the time frame allotted, a realistic approach would be not more than six issues. Councilman Sekorski also wanted to ensure that the plan of development was used and he was told that they look at that when they begin. Councilman Goodwin echoed the importance of the plan of development being used. Mayor Krampitz thanked all three guests and told them the town was looking forward to the coming months.

Liaison Reports – Councilwoman Scoville reported that the Library is putting estimates together for the repairing the roof and will hopefully be ready for our August agenda. Library Director Lynn White is working on a grant to deal with doors that have some fire code issues and she has been working with Anthony Lorenzetti, Town Engineer, on this project. There have been some excellent summer programs for the children being held at the library. An internet user policy was also adopted by the Library Board. Councilman Sekorski had no report. Councilman Goodwin reported that the Human Services Commission held their annual Family Night on June 6 th. A lot of effort was put into organizing all of the groups that participate and Councilman Goodwin hopes the attendance increases. Several seminars were held including a seniors AARP driver’s workshop, health, and identity theft. The Parks and Recreation Commission have met to deal with covering the summer programs with the retirement of our director. The playground program was kept in place and the Mayor made arrangements with Paul Denis to oversee that program in addition to his other duties. A letter was sent to the chairman informing her that the process can begin to start the search for a new director. EDC met and they have a firm offer on lot #18 in Phase 3. The Waterwheel Committee will be demolishing the remaining structures but must await DEP approval so as to not jeopardize funding. The Beautification Committee will be working with $3,000 to work on the area where the Belonick building was located. Councilwoman Murawski reported that the Police Commission is taking steps for the installation of School Zone signs in the area of the new high school. The newest police hire, Ken Kolpa, had been injured at the academy and is scheduled to begin again this week. They will also be continuing their screening for an additional officer. The Housing Authority began replacing kitchen cabinets at Gosinski Park . The BOE lowered the number of credits needed for graduation from 25 to 23. There had been a grant that required us to have 25 for graduation but the grant no longer exists. The sports pay-to-play policy was adopted which is $50 per sport with a limit of $200 per family. Councilman Zagurski reported that the Public Works highway department installed new drainage at various sections of Scott Rd. and Ives Ln. The crew has been mowing, sweeping, patching pot holes and doing rain storm related work. They installed new curbing and re-claimed Benedict St. , Emmett St. , Crescent St., Timothy Rd. , and sections of Scott Rd. A 10-wheeled 2007 dump truck was also delivered. The Director of Public Works met with FEMA regarding April damage and completed the reimbursement paperwork. He also attended Canal St. Project, BRRFOC, and various land-use meetings. GASB34 information was submitted to the auditor. Worked with PZC on new subdivision standards and CRCOG bidding procedures were utilized for snow removal. There were 8 demolition, 4 tire, 39 miscellaneous and 21 right of way permits issued. Metal reimbursement for May was $3,404.80 and June was $2,641.90. School Building Committee reported the new high school is on schedule and bids are being prepared for the old high school to be renovated. Tank replacement was needed at Fisher, the old high school, Prospect and Main St . The bids were opened and the State grant is for 70% and it appears to do all four schools, the town will have to come up with another $50,000 to replace all of the tanks. The Board of Fire Commissioners reported that the tower truck passed inspection and all other trucks had pump and engine tests. The new brush truck should be delivered at the end of August. The Fire Department had 2 structure, 1 vehicle and 2 brush fires. There were 6 HAZMAT and 2 alarm calls.

Council Rules and Procedures – no action taken.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation of Velma McConnell from the Plymouth Board of Education with regret. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to accept the resignation of Salvatore Crispo from the Zoning Bd. of Appeals with regret. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to reappoint Richard Daponte to the Zoning Bd. of Appeals with a term to expire February 19, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to appoint Andre St. Laurent to the Human Services Commission with a term to expire October 1, 2008 to fill the vacancy of Tammie Cantalini. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Goodwin was pleased with this appointment because he knew the Human Services Commission wanted to help the veterans and Mr. St. Laurent is involved with the American Legion and it is a good fit. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report

Take action to refund property taxes to: Shauna Watlington $494.51; Louis Ferrucci $14.87 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes as presented. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt Tax Incentive Committee’s Tax Abatement Resolution and Grant Resolution –

Mayor Krampitz introduced William Kuehn, Director of Planning, who gave a brief history of the proposal that the Tax Incentive Committee received. The committee thought the most useful money it could recommend was the $6,000 relocation grant to move manufacturing equipment.
MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the following resolution:
WHEREAS, The Woodmill, LLC will be doing business at 25 Gear Drive within the Plymouth Business Park ; and
WHEREAS, The Woodmill, LLC, has requested financial assistance to help relocate manufacturing equipment from Naugatuck , CT to the site; and
WHEREAS, the Tax Incentive Committee has determined that the applicant meets the policy criteria and has recommended financial assistance as a development incentive.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL:
That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with The Woodmill LLC for the provision of a grant in the amount $6,000 from the Economic Development Fund to assist in the relocation of manufacturing equipment to 25 Gear Drive .
SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Goodwin asked if there was an amount of time that Woodmill would have to stay in town as a stipulation to the grant or the money be returned. Mr. Kuehn answered it was five years per the policy. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mr. Kuehn gave a brief history of the proposal of E.S. Metal Fabrications. This company does a lot of government work especially in the area of armored plating for vehicles. The tax abatement is for the new addition and the abatement is based on the most recent estimate. The owner has recently purchased equipment worth $750,000. It is a boost to the town in taxes and jobs.

MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the following resolution:

WHEREAS, E.S. Metal Fabrications, Inc. owns the property at 11 Allread Drive within the Business Park; and
WHEREAS, E.S. Metal Fabrications, Inc. has requested financial assistance to construct a 5,400 sq. ft. addition to the existing 15,720 sq. ft. facility; and
WHEREAS, the Tax Incentive Committee has determined that the applicant meets the policy criteria and has recommended a tax abatement as a development incentive.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL:
That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to enter into a tax abatement agreement with E.S. Metal Fabrications, Inc. for a fifty (50%) percent abatement of real property for a three year period applicable to the 5,400 sq. ft. addition; and that the fifty (50%) tax abatement shall take affect on the grand list of the first day of October following the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Public Works Commission Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz noted that legal review has now taken place on the proposed ordinances as discussed this year by the Town Council. The timeline would be a public hearing must be at least five days out. After the hearing is held, the Town Council would take final action to amend and/or adopt. If adopted, the Town Clerk would publish in the newspaper within ten days of final passage, then the ordinance becomes effective on the 21 st day after such publication. Councilman Zagurski asked for clarification in Sec. 2-212 Organization pertaining to “staff to the commission shall be appointed by the Mayor” and wanted to know if that was with Town Council approval. The Mayor told him that it was not because that would include the minutes clerk and personnel that the Mayor is normally responsible to hire. Councilman Sekorski stated that he was on the fence about this ordinance because he was concerned that some issues that may be brought to this commission would be more appropriately handled by the Public Works Director and his staff.

MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to send this proposed ordinance to public hearing.

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 ARTICLE VII PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION

Sec. 2-111 Public Works Commission Established

Pursuant to the authority granted by the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended, and the Town Charter, there is hereby established a Public Works Commission with all the powers and duties specified in this Article.

Sec. 2-112 Composition, Appointment, Terms, Compensation

The Public Works Commission shall consist of five (5) regular members and two (2) alternate members, all of whom shall be electors of the Town of Plymouth holding no salaried town office. No elector shall be appointed a member of the Commission who has a contract, or is a partner of a partnership or an officer, majority shareholder or majority owner of a corporation or other business entity which has a contract, to undertake construction project, or provide consulting services with respect to such project, if such project will require review, inspection, formal recommendations or contract award by the Town’s Public Works Department or its staff or employees. If such a disqualifying contract arises with respect to a sitting member of the Commission, such member shall promptly resign from the Commission. Regular and alternate members shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Town Council. Each regular or alternate member shall serve for a term of three (3) years or until such member’s successor is appointed and qualified, provided that with respect to the initial appointment of regular members, two (2) members will be appointed for a term of three (3) years, two (2) members will be appointed for a term of two (2) years, and one (1) member will be appointed for one (1) year. The Mayor may remove any member of the Commission for cause. Any vacancy arising for any reason whatsoever shall be filled for the unexpired term in the manner of original appointment. The members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for their services as such but shall be reimbursed for their necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-112 Organization Within a period of thirty (30) days after the appointment of the original members of the Commission, the regular members shall meet and elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman from among the membership, and shall adopt rules of procedure for the governance of its meetings. Staff to the Commission shall be appointed by the Mayor in accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter. The Commission may request through the Mayor the assistance of legal counsel and may request through the Director of Public Works the assistance of such other consultant services as may be necessary or desirable for the performance of its duties and in the exercise of its powers, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-114 Meetings, Quorum, Action The Commission shall meet at least monthly at such times and places as the Commission may determine. Three members shall constitute a quorum of the Commission. Action by the Commission shall be taken only on the majority vote of all its members.

Sec. 2-115 Alternate Members Alternate members shall not participate in any election of officers of the Commission. In all other matters, in case of an inability to act because of absence, sickness or self-interest on the part of any member of the Commission, that member’s place shall be taken by an alternate member designated by the Chairman of the Commission.

Sec. 2-114 Duties

Sec. 2-116 Appropriations In the performance of its duties and in the exercise of its powers aforesaid, the Commission shall not incur any expenses or obligate the Town to pay any expense in excess of the funds appropriated by the Town for such purpose.

SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Historic Property Commission Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz informed the Town Council that after legal review there was a slight addition and it does not change the purpose or the intent of this proposed ordinance. At the end of Sec. 2-101, the study committee would have to be terminated and this is a common procedure. Councilman Sekorski wondered if this commission was mentioned in the ten year plan of development. Mayor Krampitz answered that this is a result of CLG funding and more historic properties that we can obtain after the commission is in place. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to send this proposed ordinance to public hearing.

ARTICLE VI HISTORIC PROPERTIES COMMISSION

Sec. 2-101 Historic Properties Commission Established; Historic Property Study Committee Terminated To promote the educational, cultural, economic and general welfare of the public through the preservation and protection of the distinctive characteristics of individual buildings and places associated with the history of or indicative of a period or style of architecture of the Town of Plymouth and the development of appropriate settings for such buildings and places, pursuant to the authority granted by Part II of Chapter 97a of the Connecticut General Statutes (Sections 7-147(p) et seq.), as amended, and the Town Charter, there is hereby established a Historic Properties Commission with all the powers and duties specified in this Article. The Historic Property Study Committee established by the Town Council with respect to the property described in Section 2-108 is hereby terminated.

 Sec. 2-102 Composition, Appointment, Terms, Compensation The Historic Properties Commission shall consist of five (5) regular members and three (3) alternate members, all of whom shall be electors of the Town of Plymouth holding no salaried town office. Regular and alternate members shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Town Council. Each regular or alternate member shall serve for a term of five (5) years or until such member’s successor is appointed and qualified, provided that with respect to the initial appointment of regular members, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of five (5) years, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of four (4) years, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of three (3) years, one (1) member will be appointed for a term of two (2) years and one (1) member will be appointed for a term of one (1) year. The Mayor may remove any member of the Commission for cause. Any vacancy arising for any reason whatsoever shall be filled for the unexpired term in the manner of original appointment. The members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for their services as such but shall be reimbursed for their necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-103 Organization Within a period of thirty (30) days after the appointment of the original members of the Commission, the regular members shall meet and elect a Chairman, a Vice Chairman and a Clerk from among the membership, and shall adopt rules of procedure for the governance of its meetings. Staff to the Commission shall be appointed by the Mayor in accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter. The Commission may request through the Mayor the assistance of legal counsel and of such other clerical or technical assistance or consultant services as may be necessary or desirable for the performance of its duties and the exercise of its powers, subject to budgetary limitations.

Sec. 2-104 Meetings, Quorum, Action The Commission shall meet at such times and places as the Commission may determine. Three members shall constitute a quorum of the Commission. Action by the Commission shall be taken only on the majority vote of the members voting at a meeting at which quorum is present.

Sec. 2-105 Alternate Members Alternate members shall not participate in any election of officers of the Commission. In all other matters, in case of an inability to act because of absence, sickness or self-interest on the part of any member of the Commission, that member’s place shall be taken by an alternate member designated by the Chairman of the Commission.

Sec. 2-106 Powers and Duties The Commission shall have such powers and duties, shall perform such functions and shall be subject to such limitations as shall be provided with respect to historic properties commissions by Section 7-147r or other applicable provisions of the Connecticut General Statutes, as they may be amended from time to time.

Sec. 2-107 Appropriations In the performance of its duties and in the exercise of its powers aforesaid, the Commission shall not incur any expenses or obligate the Town to pay any expense in excess of the funds appropriated by the Town for such purpose. The Commission may accept money gifts on behalf of the Town in furtherance of the performance of its duties and the exercise of its powers and expend the same for such purposes, subject to the provisions of the Town Charter.

Sec. 2-108 Designation of Historic Property In accordance with the provisions of Part II of Chapter 97a of the Connecticut General Statutes (Sections 7-147(p) et seq.), as amended, the following property is hereby determined to be and designated as a historic property in the Town of Plymouth, within the meaning of said provisions of the Connecticut General Statutes:

The Terryville Water Wheel historic property at 262 Main Street , Terryville as described in a deed recorded in Volume 188, pg. 402 of the Plymouth Land Records, and including all land described in such deed and all of the buildings, structures and appurtenances thereon, and bounded as follows:

All that certain piece or parcel of land located in the Village of Terryville, Town of Plymouth, County of Litchfield and State of Connecticut, shown on a map entitled, “Plan of Land in Plymouth, Conn. Owned by Harry J. Kirkwood Scale 1 in. = 10 ft. OCT. 28, 19 55 Adrian Matthews, Surveyor”, which map is on file in the Land Records in the Town of Plymouth. Said parcel is bounded and described as follows: Commencing at an iron pin in the northerly line of Main Street as shown on said map, which point marks the southwesterly corner of the within described parcel; thence running 47.75 feet along land now or formerly of Harry J. Kirkwood to a point in a stone wall; thence turning and running 14.45 feet along land of said Kirkwood to a drill hole at the base of a wall; thence turning and running along face of said wall a distance of 34.5 feet to a point; thence turning and continuing along the face of the wall a distance of 6.5 feet to a point; thence turning and running 3.0 feet to an iron pin in the northerly line of Main Street; thence running 21.0 feet to the point and place of beginning.

SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Local Vendor Preference Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz noted that one word was left out of sec. 2-121, the word “not” was left out before the word“exceeding”.

Councilman Zagurski commented about sec. 2-122 (b) from “one year” through “by the Mayor”. The Councilman thought it would be clearer to say who the person was instead of letting it be named by the Mayor. He also thought the form could be included in the bid package. Mayor Krampitz indicated that businesses change hands or constantly change something and this was a mechanism to keep this information up to date. The Mayor asked Anthony Lorenzetti, Public Works Director, to comment and he added that depending on each bid would determine the person responsible and he would also like to see the form in the bid package. The Mayor said that could be part of the policy to include it in the bid package and Mr. Lorenzetti agreed. Councilwoman Scoville asked about sec. 2-125 (b) and wanted to know if the town has ever gone out to bid for attorneys, physicians, architects or appraisers or those types of services. The Mayor explained that those services go out for RFQs.

MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to send this proposed ordinance to public hearing.

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ARTICLE VIII LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE

Sec. 2-121 Local Vendor Preference Program Established Pursuant to the authority granted by the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended, and the Town Charter, there is hereby established a local vendor preference program for the award of all bids and quotes exceeding $500,000 submitted for purchases pursuant to a request for competitive bids or quotes for a contract or purchase not excluded by Sec. 2-125.

Sec. 2-122 Qualified and Registered Local Vendor As used in this Article, the term “qualified and registered local vendor” means:

Evidence of the maintenance of a principal place of business located within the Town of Plymouth may include the ownership or long-term lease of real estate from which the principal place of business is operated or the payment of property taxes on the personal property of the business to be used in the performance of the bid.

Sec. 2-123 Local Vendor Registration Form The Mayor shall have prepared a local vendor registration form and shall have it made available upon request to all local businesses.

Sec. 2-124 Lowest Responsible Bidders Notwithstanding any provision in a request for competitive bids or quotes regarding the award of the contract to the lowest responsible bidder:

Sec. 2-125 Nonapplicability to Certain Contracts The provisions of this Article shall not apply:

SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action concerning proposed Sidewalk Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz stated that the Town Council received a letter from Attorney Gillette who was doing the legal review. Councilman Zagurski said that the letter explained a lot of reasons why the Town should not have the ordinance but he was still in favor of it. Councilwoman Murawski stated that she would like to know more about his recommendation to amend the subdivision regulation. Councilman Goodwin asked if the PZC had a copy of this letter and the Mayor said that the Town Council was the first to see this and appropriately so. Councilman Goodwin stated that he would like the PZC to look at this legal opinion and then have both groups put our thoughts together before we move forward on this one. Councilman Sekorski said that the goal was to redirect money in lieu of sidewalks to continue with sidewalk connectivity. He did not think the ordinance as written really did that and suggested that the Mayor review this with the staff to make this more succinct. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refer this ordinance back to staff for more investigation. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to schedule a Public Hearing for proposed ordinances – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to set public hearing for August 14, 2007 for ordinances in the Community Room at 6:30 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to schedule a Special Town Meeting for Fall Mt. road paving and culvert bridge project - The Mayor said that the Town Council had an approval letter dated May 4, 2007 from USDA Rural Development awarding us $791,000 in grant funds and $1,067,000 in low interest loans for the paving and repairs to the culvert bridge in the Fall Mt. Area of the Town for the extension of the water project. These were not in the original project. The loan portion is scheduled for repayment over a period of thirty years for planning purposes a 4.125 percent interest rate is used which provides for an annual payment of $62,655. However, the town may choose a payment schedule that results in a cost savings over the term of the loan $35,567 in principal for 29 years plus accrued interest to be paid annually. The comptroller along with the Board of Finance will determine the best payment plan for the Town. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recommend an appropriation of $1,858,000 to the Board of Finance made up of USDA grants and loans for Fall Mt. road paving and culvert bridge repair and schedule a Special Town Meeting for Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Community Room to vote on said appropriation. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Councilman Sekorski asked if the comptroller was going to be available for the Special Town Meeting because many of the questions will be about how this process works because this will not cost us what is reflected but will become part of the adjusted annual budget. The Mayor answered that the comptroller would be at the meeting. Councilman Goodwin asked if the appropriation was enough to pave all of the roads that were disturbed by the water project and the public works director told him that it was. Don Souza, 50 Eastview Rd. – stated that they are entering into a lake management plan and that the town’s efforts to improve drainage will fit into their efforts and help their water quality. Brian Barnes, 23 Fall Mt. Terrace – stated that they have been working with Mr. Lorenzetti and with Bristol because of developments in their town to improve drainage in the entire area. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Public Comment – Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – read a statement about blight that she claimed was related to Town Council activities in 2003. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recess at 8:30 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 8:38 p.m.

Other Business – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to discuss the OSHA visit to the Town of Plymouth . SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilwoman Scoville asked what OSHA did when they came to town. The Mayor said that they did an inspection at every facility that we have. Councilman Sekorski asked if other staff were involved and the Mayor told him that staff from various departments were made available so that they could complete their assessment. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to discuss placing the blight ordinance on the August agenda. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOULSY. Mayor Krampitz reminded the Town Council of the memo they had received. Councilwoman Scoville was concerned about the 75 day time frame to take action otherwise the list is automatically accepted. Councilman Goodwin stated that because of a pending lawsuit, it should be in executive session. Mayor Krampitz reminded the Town Council that they had already tabled the item until August. The Mayor also noted that the meeting would still fall under the 75 day limit. Councilman Sekorski said that the issue is bigger than the ordinance itself and he wanted to utilize any legal ability as a Town Council to do the right thing. Councilman Goodwin stated that the bottom line is that the property gets cleaned up. Last year the list went by with all the same names on it and no one blinked an eye at it. This year, everyone is up in arms.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:46 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order – The meeting was called to order at 7:36 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to accept the resignation of Janice L. Basoli from the Human Services Commission with regret. SECOND:
Councilwoman Scoville. DISCUSSION: Councilman Goodwin stated that Janice was a big help on that commission and it will be a loss. The Council wishes her well. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral appointment with council approval of Diane Ciano to the Beautification Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to approve the Mayoral appointment of Anthony Lorenzetti, Public Works Director, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the appointment of John Pajeski, representing the Senior Citizens, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of Carl Johnson, representing the Planning and Zoning Commission, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of Lou Santos, representing the Water Pollution Control Authority, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of Anthony Distasio, representing the Board of Education, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the appointment of Martin Sandshaw, representing the Fire Commission, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of Hank Poulin, representing the Plymouth Volunteer Ambulance Corps, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of Ann Tuleja, representing the Police Commission, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the appointment of William Allread, representing the School Building Committee, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the appointment of Rodney Houle, representing the Capital Improvements Committee, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the appointment of Lynn White, Terryville Library Director, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of William Kuehn, Director of Planning and Economic Development, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the appointment of Judi Blanchet, Nursing Administrator, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the appointment of Hildegarde Siemiatkoski, representing the public, to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee with an unlimited term. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. The Mayor reminded the public that there is one public vacancy on this committee and urged residents to submit applications to the Mayor’s Office.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Steven Garceau $1,187.76; Chase Man Auto Fin. Corp. $332.34; National City Commercial Capital Corp. $4,087.92; Kathleen L. Slattery $47.66 – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to apply for Neighborhood Assistance Act Program funds – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to apply for the Neighborhood Assistance Act Program in the amount of $100,000 for a Skateboard Park . SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. DISCUSSION: Councilman Goodwin stated that he hears kids saying “there is nothing to do in town” and feels it is the Council’s duty to at least attempt to get funding for a project that will give kids something to do besides play baseball or soccer. Councilwoman Scoville requested the Town apply for the maximum amount of the grant, $150,000. She stated that there was no harm in applying for it – the worst that can happen is we do not use the money. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to amend the original motion by applying for $150,000. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. DISCUSSION: Councilman Goodwin asked if the Town would have to get a new estimate on the project cost. The Mayor stated that the figures would be re-checked because the estimate is a few months old and may increase accordingly with the increase in gas prices. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. DISCUSSION on original, now amended motion: Councilwoman Scoville stated that the town offers a lot to kids who participate in traditional sports and there is no reason that the town should not offer something to non-traditional activities such as skateboarding. She further stated that based on her experience with grants, if we get the money and do not use it, we simply give the money back. She feels it would be poor judgment not to apply for this grant. VOTE TAKEN: Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes. MOTION PASSED.

Public Comment – None.

Executive Session for real estate negotiations – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to go into Executive Session for real estate negotiations at 8:22 p.m. and invite in Town Attorney. MOTION PASSED. Out of Executive Session at 8:50 p.m. Back In Open Session at 8:51 p.m.

Take action from executive session – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to take action to fulfill the Railroad Service Agreement and License Agreement regarding Tunnel Road at the Town Brush Dump and the Boston & Maine Railroad, as required for the Landfill closure plan. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz asked Councilman Zagurski to lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the April 30, 2007 Joint Meeting and May 1, 2007 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the minutes of the April 30, 2007 joint meeting. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – abstained. MOTION PASSED. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the minutes of the May 1, 2007 Town Council Regular meeting minutes with the correction to delete under public comment “as her conversation occurred over a chance meeting at a lunch”. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilman Murawski –yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – abstained. MOTION PASSED.

Resignations and appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation of Tammie Cantalini from the Human Services Commission with regret. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation James Klaneski from the Inland Wetlands Commission with regret. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Honda Lease Trust $482.90; Jack A. Mariotti $73.85 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes to those as Honda Lease Trust $482.90; Jack A. Mariotti $73.85. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt Fiscal Year 2007-08 Budget per Charter Chapter VII Section 3b if necessary – Mayor Krampitz explained that per the charter if a second rejection occurs at the subsequent referendum, the town council is authorized to adopt a budget by June 15. Council adjustments to the individual department budgets, excluding debt service, shall not exceed three per cent of the current year’s budgets. The Mayor stated that there was also a memo that she sent to Dave Merchant asking for a written recommendation for the Town Council so that they would be prepared for the meeting but the Mayor explained that she did not receive a written recommendation or a phone call from him but he is in attendance. Mayor Krampitz also stated that the council had received a copy of the budget. Councilwoman Murawski asked Dave Merchant, Chairman of the BOF, how the board got to the point where each department received 3% as opposed to putting money where it is was more needed. Mr. Merchant responded that they did what they did last year. If they took the original budget that defeated there would have been approved, there would have been a $700,000 deficit to make up. By doing it this way, we are $270,000 short where we are going to decrease services and people. Councilwoman Murawski then asked what was the BOF’s plan? Mr. Merchant stated that he would like the council to approve a 3% increase for the budget that is allowed by the charter. Councilwoman Murawski stated that basically the plan was to submit a budget and if it failed to ask the council to approve that budget and Mr. Merchant confirmed that assessment. Councilwoman Scoville was concerned that putting 3% in each department gives money to areas that do not need it. Mr. Merchant replied that he understood that and that the plan was to transfer the money where it is most needed. The only departments that were problems were employee benefits, lights, and fire hydrants. All the other departments came in low. Councilman Goodwin wanted people to understand that Heart and Hypertension is a forced, unfunded mandate that the town has to fund. Councilman Zagurski asked about the H and H line item and why it exists this year. Mr. Merchant said that it was always in the budget but it was part of the wage benefit adjustment area. Councilwoman Scoville asked if the salary and benefits for the police officer who left for the State Police is still in the budget. Mr. Merchant said the salary was still in the budget. Mayor Krampitz explained that the benefits line item was still in deficit. Councilman Goodwin asked if the officer who left had the town’s insurance and the Mayor said that he was covered under his spouse and there was no money left in the health insurance line item to hire a replacement. Councilman Goodwin stated that the current situation is that we may have more employees on our payroll than we have accounted for on our health benefits line. This was confirmed by Manuel Gomes, the comptroller. Mr. Gomes stated that what is reflected in the benefits line item is the census as of March. Councilman Sekorski wanted to clarify that the aggregate budget that was voted on was a 3.1% increase and that was confirmed by Mr. Merchant who added that every department was at 3% except for debt service. Councilman Sekorski also had confirmed that the BOE budget was 3% above what was approved last year. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to adopt the budget at 3% over last year for 07/08. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Mayor Krampitz opened the floor for public comments. Ernest Pickhardt, 3 Burger Rd. – wondered why the BOF sent a budget of 3% to referendum instead of something higher. Mr. Merchant responded that the people rejected the budget by a 3 to 1 margin and the BOF did not think anything higher than 3% had a chance to pass. Ray Engle, 6 Knight Ln. – stated that ECS money is projected to be between $900,000 and $1,200,000. Gerard Bourbonniere, 6 Fairmount Ave. – wanted to know what happens to the ECS money that goes into the general fund. Will it go to education or other areas? He was told that every department would have to follow procedures set in the charter to request more funds. Marion Dwyer, 257 North St. – stated that people do not have the money to support the budget. Rineholdt Novack, 3 Dewey Ave. – wanted to know if the BOF was going to set the mill rate. Mr. Merchant said that the mill rate is 30.1 right now and the only way that will change would be if the state passed their budget soon. Rich Whitney, 183 Lake Plymouth Blvd. – asked if the motion was to approve the same budget that the people had just defeated. Mayor Krampitz told him that was not the case. The proposed budget that was defeated had different line items and the council based their motion on what existed last year. Councilman Sekorski stated that with every department at 3%, we will already know where the deficits will be and he wanted some input from the comptroller. Mr. Gomes stated that it is projected that the town needs $100,000 more for street lights and hydrant rentals. We are $45,000 in deficit in this fiscal year. Mr. Gomes emphasized that these are not options. They have to be paid. Councilman Sekorski agreed and said that transfers are not new and people have to realize that these are done to cover real costs. Rich Whitney, 183 Lake Plymouth – added that people just do not have the money to support all of the needs of the town. Ernest Pickhardt, 3 Burger Rd. – wanted to know if the town had a Plan B for a 3% budget. Mayor Krampitz said that the town had a plan and would make it known when it is finalized. Councilwoman Murawski clarified that the BOE presented possible budget reductions and did not finalize anything because they did not know at the time what their budget would be. She also added that we can not determine the number of personnel that may be laid-off until the BOF transfers the money into that line item and we can determine where we are this year. Mayor Krampitz concurred that she was also waiting to see what the BOF was going to do with the transfers before any final plans can be made. Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – suggested areas to the council where she thought the budget could be cut. Councilman Goodwin reminded everyone that the council went from department to department last year and then the BOF asked them to approve 3% for the entire budget and that is what is being done tonight. Gerard Bourbonniere, 6 Fairmount Ave. – stated that the BOE is going to cut $623,576 and it is going to hurt. Amy Radke, 29 Hickory St. – stated that the problem was poor planning that existed for a very long time. Councilman Zagurski asked about the health insurance deficit as he understood that it was over $100,000. He recalled from previous BOF meetings that the Comptroller had recommended no need for a transfer. Manuel Gomes disagreed and said that he told the BOF in December of 2006 to transfer $95,000 to cover the deficit and did so again in February. What he said in March was that it was too late to consider lay-offs because the process of notices and bumping would take too long and it would end up affecting only two months of premiums. With no further comments, Mayor Krampitz asked for a vote on the motion. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action on revised Historic Property Commission Ordinance – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the proposed Historic Property Commission Ordinance wording as recommended by the Historic Property Study Committee. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. Councilwoman Murawski was concerned about the language in lines 41 and 42 as it pertained to all of the buildings. Mayor Krampitz indicated that the state assured the town that the buildings scheduled to be demolished are not considered historical. Councilwoman Scoville asked if this worked like the historic district in Plymouth and the Mayor said it was similar. Councilman Sekorski asked if this would be going to a public hearing also and the Mayor told him that it would be. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to apply for Neighborhood Assistance Act Program funds – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to set a public hearing for the Neighborhood Assistance Act Program grant application for Monday, June 11, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the application for a skateboard park. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Public Comment – Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – had concerns about the blight list for the June meeting. Gretchen Durley, 153 Main St. – needed clarification on the Historic Property Commission and was told it dealt with the waterwheel site.

Executive Session for real estate negotiations – No action taken.

Take action from executive session – No action taken.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order – Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the April 3, 2007 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the minutes of April 3, 2007 . SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. Mayor Krampitz noted that on page 1 section 5. Council Rules and Procedures Councilman Goodwin’s name was inadvertently omitted when he moved to amend the motion. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY AS AMENDED.

Liaison Reports – Councilwoman Murawski reported that Gozinski Park had 11 vacancies and 6 were ready and waiting for paperwork to be done. They are in the process of updating their personnel file system. The BOE approved furniture fixtures for the new high school and it is within budget. Councilwoman Murawski said that she spoke under public comment about complaints she received from residents concerning the lack of police presence at basketball games. There was a concern about the safety of the players, coaches and fans. Under Ordinance 14-110, police protection at public events, the amount and deployment of police protection is determined by the Chief of Police. The Police Commission voted to make the speed limit 25 mph on North Main St . No Thru Truck Signs have to be approved by the State Traffic Commission. The late Joseph Roskoski donated $5,000 to the police department and that money was used for twelve new radios for our officers. Homeland Security funds were used to purchase an ATV to be used by police and fire departments and will be useful to pull a rescue sled. Councilman Goodwin reported that the EDC looked at bids for maintenance for the park. They also listened to a company that is planning to move to our park from Naugatuck . Councilman Goodwin said there have been numerous expansions including Lauretano, Elm Press, Phoenix Products, Uniprise, ES Metals to name a few. EDC has been doing a good job thinking outside of the box. Parks and Recreation will be constructing bocce and horseshoe courts soon and they are working on the process of replacing the director which is now a union position. Councilman Sekorski had no report from P & Z and the WPCA had to cancel due to the extraordinary rain fall on April 16 th and were dealing with too much water flow. We usually handle 1,000,000 gallons per day and we were handling 8,000,000 gallons every 5 or 6 hours. There was a lot of silt and clean up involved. Conservation/Inlands-wetlands are dealing with an application with the demolition of the O-Z/Gedney building. Councilman Zagurski reported that the Public Works Director has received a wetlands permit extension for Canal St. and he attended the SAFETEA meeting for sidewalks. GASB34 was worked on for the auditors and bids were sent out for the transfer station trailer and herbicide application. Preliminary flood estimates were done from the storm and the amnesty drop-off will end on May 5 th. There were 9 demolition, 2 tire, 19 appliance, 13 right-of-way permits and metal reimbursement for the month of April was $1,883.26. The highway department has been sweeping streets and cutting brush on Greystone Rd. They did work on the Belonick property site and opened Lane Hill Rd. They replaced catch basins and damaged street signs and did storm-related work. They have also been grinding stumps and trees. The Fire Commission’s training program has yielded 8 new drivers, 5 men in the firefighters II program, 1 man in the firefighters I program and 2 new recruits. The fire marshals did 13 inspections, 23 re-inspections, 2 plan reviews and attended a training class. The fire department had 2 structure, 1 vehicle and 3 brush fires. They also had 3 CO calls, 5 HAZMAT calls and 6 alarm conditions. Councilman Zagurski commended the fire department for their work during the storm on as they were on call from 4 a.m. until 11 p.m. The new high school is 66% complete and scheduled to be opened in January. The library roof is leaking and they are getting estimates at this time.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved the Mayoral appointment of James Klaneski to the Inland Wetlands Commission with a term to expire September 1, 2007 for an alternate membership. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report

• Mayor Krampitz was invited to the media premiere of Comcast to the region held at the Palace Theater in Waterbury . She was especially interested in knowing about any small cable packages that would help accommodate our residents on fixed incomes. The good news is they do have a basic package for fifteen dollars.
• The Mayor has been communicating with Northwest Conservation District concerning Lake Winfield . She had earlier reported that their recommendations indicated that dredging alone would not accomplish reviving the lake so that it is available for contact recreational use. The Mayor will continue to apply for grant funding concerning the lake’s dredging and an overall watershed management plan implementation.
• Mayor Krampitz talked to Steve Fennessey, Chairman of the Fire Commission and requested that at their next meeting they thoroughly discuss the Firefighter Incentive Proposal dated April 13, 2006 waiving all permit fees associated with Planning & Zoning, Zoning Board of Appeals, Wetlands and the Building Department.
• We have put copies of other town’s Public Works Commissions information in your mailboxes.
• The Mayor signed an application for USDA funding for the paving and bridge projects in the Fall Mt. Area.
• Connecticut Water Company has contacted the Mayor and she was pleased to announce that they will be rebating $700. per customer all Fall Mt. Water Project customers and future customers.
• Mayor Krampitz was pleased to announce the 2 nd Annual Clean-Up Day this Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. until noon . We will gather at Baldwin Park. Please bring your rake and work gloves. For more information, please call the Mayor’s office.
• The Mayor received very positive feedback from our Transfer Station’s Bulk Disposal Amnesty days. This program will end this Saturday, May 5th. For more information, please call Public Works Department or visit our website plymouthct.us.
• Mayor Krampitz was pleased with the turn out of last night’s public hearing on proposed budget 2007 – 2008 and hoped that the voters would support the referendum on May 9th.
• The Mayor attended the Hard Truth assembly at THS. It was a graphic presentation about the consequences of driving drunk.
• As you know we experienced moderate flooding on April 16, especially at the Terryville Post Office and the Whole Donut. Mayor Krampitz participated in a statewide conference call with Gov. Rell. Concerning flood damage. We were fortunate not to have it as bad as other communities. I want to thank again our Fire Department, Public Works Department, and Police Department for pitching in. We will be applying for FEMA money when possible.
• The Mayor was pleased to throw out the first ball at the opening of Terryville Little League last Saturday.
• Mayor Krampitz shared good news. We have a tentative buyer for lot #18 in the Plymouth Business Park.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Honda lease Trust $482.90; Robert A. Gebhardt $101.75; Linda Nicholas $161.89; Robert C. Nelson $24.78; Jack Mariotti $73.85 – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt General Orders #07-11 “On Duty Injury” and #07-12 “Traffic Control Duties” as presented by the Police Commission – MOTION: Councilman Zagurski moved to adopt General Order #07-11 “On Duty Injury” as presented by the Police Commission. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Mayor Krampitz recognized Chief Krasicky who was available to answer questions. Councilman Goodwin commented that this was basically to update the procedure to report injuries to workers comp and the Chief concurred. Councilman Sekorski asked if the last time that these were updated was in 1982 and the Chief said that was the case. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adopt General Order #07-12 “Traffic Control Duties” as presented by the Police Commission. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Public Comment – James Deutsch, 34 Orchard St. – asked questions about the clean-up day and was given information on pick up spots and areas to be cleaned. He also wanted to know if more minutes could be put on the website besides the Town Council meetings. The Mayor thanked him for the good suggestion. Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – stated that she had an issue with Councilwoman Murawski questioning the Chief of Police, with the Parks and Recreation Commission not being able to hire a Director and with the blight ordinance. Councilwoman Murawski clarified that she did not give any directives to the Chief of Police. The other issue was that the Parks and Recreation Director’s position is now a union position which is much different than filling the Chief’s position.

Take action from executive session – MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Town publicly offered four (4) properties at Fall Mountain Lake for developer interest; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission has approved the conveyance of these parcels for residential use as consistent with the Plan of Conservation and Development; and
WHEREAS, on March 30, 2007 proposals were received for the development of 106 Fall Mountain Lake Road, 10 Lakeview Road, 146 Fall Mountain Lake Road and 11 Driftwood Road; and
WHEREAS, Town staff has reviewed the proposals and has submitted recommendations to the Mayor.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL:

1. That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to convey town owned properties to CrisCarr Realty, LLC based upon the submitted proposals as follows:
   • 11 Driftwood Road for a single family house
   • 106 Fall Mountain Lake Road and 10 Lakeview Road as one consolidated building parcel for a single family house with a drainage easement extending from Lakeview Road down to Fall Mountain Lake Road as required in the invitation for proposals;
2. That the proposal for 146 Fall Mountain Lake Road be rejected;
3. That the proceeds from the sale of 11 Driftwood Road ($36,000); 106 Fall Mountain Lake Road ($31,000) and 10 Lakeview Road ($10,000) be earmarked to purchase or to ameliorate blighting influences in the community. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Other Business – No Action.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:08 p.m. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order - The meeting was called to order by Mayor Krampitz at 9:33 p.m.

Discuss and take action on proposed FY 2007-08 budget – Mayor Krampitz explained that she would be taking comments from the Town Council and Board of Education members before turning the floor over to the Board of Finance for their action on the budget. The Mayor asked for Town Council comments. Councilman Zagurski stated that he appreciated the job that the BOF did and he did not have a problem going forward with the budget. Councilwoman Murawski stated that she had hoped that the BOF would have added the position in the tax collector’s office because it seemed to be a way to bring in more money. Councilwoman Murawski did not think the budget will pass but it will have her vote at the referendum and if it does not pass she hoped there would be another public hearing before the next referendum so that changes could be explained to people before they vote. Councilman Goodwin stated that the BOF worked hard and the explanation was good. The BOE needed to show where the cuts would be made with the $225,000 so that the voters would be better informed. Councilman Goodwin said that he will be voting for the budget. Councilman Sekorski stated that it was an outstanding presentation and the budget should be supported. Councilman Sekorski took issue with people who blame their financial woes on property taxes when it is because of so many other reasons. He also agreed with Councilman Goodwin that information needed to get out on where the BOE planned on cutting the $225,000. Mayor Krampitz asked for comments from the Board of Education members. Martin Wetzel stated that we have champagne tastes but beer pockets so we will have to pay now or later. Patrick Perugino stated that people are living beyond their means because their charge cards are maxed-out, they have big cars and homes that are $500,000 and now they do not want to pay the taxes because it is our fault that they are in debt. Leonard Morgan said he had been away for four months but people should support the budget. Dan Gentile stated that the BOF did an excellent job and people need to understand the process better. Lisbeth Leonhardt stated that everyone there had a personal interest in the town and she was going to vote for the budget. Jennifer Zalaski stated that she can think of no administrative positions that can be cut without crippling the education system. The cuts would come from teachers and programs. Raymond Engle stated that transportation costs were also capped so that reimbursement is less. The cut will hurt teachers and programs this time. Mayor Krampitz stated that before she turned the floor over to Chairman Merchant for action, she wanted to thank the BOF for getting the town to this point. She knew the long hours that they went through to prepare the budget because as liaison she witnessed those hours and the Mayor appreciated their time and effort. Mayor Krampitz also informed everyone that the referendum date had been scheduled for May 9 th. The Mayor turned the floor over to Chairman of the Board of Finance, David Merchant. Mr. Merchant thanked the Town Council and the BOE for their comments. He asked the BOF if they had any changes to make to the budget that was presented to the people at the public hearing. Daniel Murray stated that everyone at the joint meeting was in favor of the budget and it is up to us to promote the budget. Peter Gianesini stated that people have made up their minds based on their life styles. The BOF has presented a responsible budget. MOTION: Daniel Murray moved to approve the budget as presented to be sent forth to referendum to be held on May 9 th. SECOND: Paul Ashton. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:55 p.m. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order – Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the March 6, 2007 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the March 6, 2007 minutes. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Council Rules and Procedures – MOTION: Councilman Zagurski moved that under Section 4 add item (g) Any Council member wishing to add an item to the Town Council meeting agenda shall send a written request, letter or email, to the Mayor’s Office at least two weeks in advance of the meeting. The request shall be put on the agenda. Agenda items can still be added the night of the Council meeting by a 2/3 vote of the Council. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION: Councilman moved to amend the motion that if an item is under negotiations that it not be added to the agenda if it regards personnel, union matters or negotiations that would put the town in jeopardy. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. A discussion took place concerning what should be part of public discussion at meetings. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to move the question. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. Mayor Krampitz explained that if this motion passed, all discussion on the amendment would end. Councilman Zagurski – no, Councilwoman Murawski – no, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED. Mayor Krampitz called for a vote on the amendment. Councilman Zagurski – no, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – no, Councilman Sekorski – no. MOTION FAILED. Mayor Krampitz stated that discussion could now be held concerning the main motion. Councilman Sekorski wanted clarification on the main motion vote to add to Council Rules and Procedures. Did this need a simple majority or a super majority and the Mayor told him a simple majority. A discussion took place concerning the Mayor’s authority and the Town Council’s ability to discuss issues. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to move the question. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Mayor Krampitz called for a vote on the main motion. Councilman Sekorski – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Goodwin – no, Councilwoman Murawski – no, Councilman Zagurski – yes. MOTION PASSED.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to reappoint Jeanette Davey to the Parks & Recreation Commission with a term to expire November 5, 2009 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to reappoint Raymond A. Pelletier to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a term to expire February 19, 2009 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report - Mayor Krampitz read a proclamation for The Week of the Young Child and presented it to Peggy Wunsch on behalf of the Plymouth Early Childhood Council. Mayor Krampitz then reported:

• The Municipal Facilities Committee still needed two more names before that committee is appointed.
• Mayor Krampitz stated that the town received good news from an application that we filed with the Connecticut Rural Development Council and Plymouth is one of two towns selected to participate in a Community Assessment Program. This will help with the Municipal Facilities Committee.

• The Mayor reported that the amnesty disposal at the Transfer Station begins on Saturday, April 23 and will end May 5. There will not be any charge for residents to bring bulk items such as appliances, tires, couches, mattresses, and box springs to the transfer station.
• The Brush and Leaf Facility will open Saturday April 14 at 7 a.m. That facility’s hours will be Saturdays 7 – 1 and Wednesdays 7 – 2:30.
• Town Hall and the Transfer Station will be closed on Good Friday. The Transfer Station will be open on Saturday April 7.
• Mayor Krampitz said that the Board of Finance continues to work on the next budget. She encouraged all residents to attend those meetings so they could become fully informed on the process.
• There was an interim monitoring meeting by the Dept. of Econ. And Community Development last week and the Mayor stated that the town met all requirements. If residents still want to apply for funds from the Small Cities Grant they can do so by picking up an application from the Mayor’s office.
• We have received a letter from our electrical contractor Mafco Electrical Contractors. This letter publicly thanks the Town, BOE, School Building Committee, Design Team and Industrial Construction Company for professionalism, short turn-around for payments, and consideration on the project.
• The Mayor stated that on January 8 the labor unions agreed to meet to arbitrate over the medical insurance issue. But all agreed-upon dates for arbitration with our seven unions were canceled by the unions: February 26, March 6, 7 and 14. They have not offered any medical insurance plan or proposed contract for the Town to consider. The unions have once again refused to meet and have chosen to negotiate thru our local media. Anyone who cancels scheduled union negotiation meetings and all for binding arbitration dates clearly indicates a lack of wanting to negotiate in good faith.
• Mayor Krampitz appointed Steve Mindera to the Central Connecticut Regional Planning Agency’s Transportation Committee. He attended last week’s meeting where Rt. 6 & 72 and North Main Street/Agney Avenue projects were highly ranked by staff. The next step is to bring those recommendations to DOT.
• The structure at 262 Main Street has been demolished and finishing work is still on-going.
• The Mayor attended the new voting machine demonstration by the Secretary of State’s office in Harwinton. Our new voting machines have arrived and their future use is being discussed by our registrars.
• The Mayor attended the Manufacturers’ Expo on March 14 where our local manufacturers displayed their products.
• Mayor Krampitz attended the Fire Department’s annual awards dinner on March 23.
• The Mayor attended the Academic Quiz Bowl held at Bristol Eastern High School . The following Terryville High Students represented us well: Poetry: Anna Plotnikova, and Stephanie Batters who took first place. Public Speaking: Zakary Ewen. Music: Eric Dolecki and the panel of Quiz Bowl Team: Michael Malloy, Michael Budnik, Rebecca Wilcox, and Sean Begin. It was a very enjoyable afternoon and will be on cable.
• The Town has taken several different approaches to try to solve the numerous issues with a few residents on Ridge Road including a visit by myself and Chief Karen Krasicky. The Police Department has been actively involved with many officers investigating complaints and meeting with the same few residents numerous times. I want to thank Police Chief Krasicky, Officers Betancourt, Griffin , Ferguson , D’Angelo, Rogozinski, Reney, Biernacki and St. Onge, and Sgt. Luba, Captain Lausier, and ZEO Ron Mormile for their assistance. The residents have refused mediation and one in particular has sent erratic emails and left harassing voice mails when our office is closed. These few people have taken each other to court and have not been able to peacefully coexist. The Town of Plymouth cannot solve all problems for all people. Unfortunately, these people have civil matters against each other and must deal with these issues themselves.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Ryan or Krista Wagner $169.62; Robert A. Fortunato $75.79; James E. Dedecko $16.60 – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to set Joint Meeting immediately following the Public Hearing on the Budget and schedule FY 2007-08 Budget referenda – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to schedule the Joint Meeting of the Town Council, Board of Finance, and Board of Education on Monday, April 30, 2007 in the Community Room following the 7:00 p.m. Annual Public Hearing for FY 2007 – 2008 Budget. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to schedule a referendum to vote on the FY 2007 – 2008 Budget on Wednesday, May 9, 2007 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town Hall Community Room. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to schedule a second referendum if needed to vote on the FY 2007 – 2008 Budget on Tuesday, May 29, 2007 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town Hall Community Room. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss the creation of a skateboard park – Mayor Krampitz recognized Officer Kevin Sulek and asked him to give an update and answer questions. The Mayor also informed the Town Council that some funding could come from a Neighborhood Assistance Program. Officer Sulek reviewed the work that a committee did back in 2001 and indicated that land behind town hall could be used for the skateboard park. He stated that many area towns have them and that it was a good way to get the kids in one place to do these activities instead of all over town. Officer Sulek finished his history of the project and then took questions. Councilwoman Scoville asked about a grant that the committee had at one time. Officer Sulek said that they had a $10,000 grant but the state did not give it to them once the project died. Councilman Goodwin asked about supervision and lights. Officer Sulek said lights would be part of the project and the supervision would be tied into the community service time that is required of high school students and there would be hours of operation. Councilwoman Murawski thanked Officer Sulek for his efforts and asked what it was that stopped this project back in 2001/2002. Officer Sulek said that the major roadblock was that unfortunately the Parks and Recreation Director did not want to take it under her wing and be responsible for it. Councilman Goodwin asked about the cost of the park. He was told that the estimated cost in 2001 was $100,000 and it might be double now. Mayor Krampitz said that funding for this project can be accomplished by donations and grant applications. Sue Sheehan, 107 Fall Mt. Lake Rd. – said that the people who complain about the kids skateboarding in town should donate to the cause. Her children go out of town to use skate parks and focus on their skills so she supports the parks because it will keep kids out of trouble. Nick Arroyo, Robin St. – stated that THS students can donate to something they believe in. The Mayor thanked everyone for coming to support the skate park.

Take action to re-adopt Fair Housing Resolution and Policy Statement – Mayor Krampitz stated that this resolution is required yearly in order to support our Small Cities Program and/or future application requests. The Mayor also indicated that the Policy Statement would not need Council action. Mayor Krampitz read the resolution aloud: WHEREAS, All American citizens are afforded a right to full and equal housing opportunities in the neighborhood of their choice; and

WHEREAS, State and Federal Fair Housing laws require that all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, lawful source of income, sexual orientation, familial status, be given equal access to rental and homeownership opportunities, and be allowed to make free choices regarding housing location; and

WHEREAS, The Town of Plymouth is committed to upholding these laws, and realizes that these laws must be supplemented by an Affirmative Statement publicly endorsing the right of all people to full and equal housing opportunities in the neighborhood of their choice.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Plymouth hereby endorses a Fair Housing Policy to endure equal opportunity for all persons to rent, purchase and obtain financing for adequate housing of their choice on a non-discriminatory basis; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor, of the Town of Plymouth or his/her designated representative is responsible for responding to and assisting any person who alleges to be the victim of an illegal discriminatory housing practice in the Town of Plymouth.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to sign, execute and/or endorse those policy statements and documents necessary to reaffirm the Town of Plymouth’s commitment to Fair Housing, including a Fair Housing Policy Statement and Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I, Jan A. Krampitz, Mayor of Plymouth, do hereby set my hand and cause the Seal of the Town of Plymouth to be affixed this third day of April 2007. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved that the Fair Housing Resolution be adopted as read. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to amend the charge of the Capital Improvements Committee – Mayor Krampitz explained that in discussions with the BOF that all the requests that they have had over the years and with the reactivation of the CIC, it was determined that adding “worth at least $5000” would help to prioritize the needs by various departments. The Mayor stated that the charge was submitted with the proposed change. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to amend the Charge of the Capital Improvements Committee by adding the words “worth at least $5000.” at the end of Section 5. d). SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss Public Works Commission Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz stated that based on other ordinances pertaining to this subject, this proposed draft of an ordinance is submitted for our town and legal review will not be possible until July. The Mayor introduced Public Works Director Tony Lorenzetti to answer questions. Mr. Lorenzetti stated that he was in favor of a commission because it would bring continuity to public works. Elected officials change but a public works commission could give programs more stability. Departments with far less money have commissions but public works has none. Councilman Goodwin thought it would be in the best interest of the town if a commission was formed because policy would not be set by new people always coming into office. Mr. Lorenzetti submitted a copy of minutes from the City of Bristol ’s Board of Public Works and Mayor Krampitz informed the Town Council that copies would be given to them. Councilman Zagurski asked why the Mayor can select alternates under the organization section but the Town Council approves regular members under the terms section. Mr. Lorenzetti responded that the set-up can be done in many different ways. Mayor Krampitz stated that the EDC has it that way. Councilman Zagurski also asked about the items that this commission would be reporting about. Mr. Lorenzetti felt that they should focus on public facilities.

Other Business – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to be able to read the Firefighters” Prayer in memory of Jeff Wunsch and for all firefighters. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilwoman Scoville read A Firefighters’ Prayer. MOTION: Councilman Zagurski moved to place on the agenda the firefighter incentive proposal. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilman Zagurski said that this proposal was worked on a while ago and he wanted to distribute it so that everyone could look at it and do something with it next month. Mayor Krampitz asked if it was part of the study and Councilman Zagurski replied that it was not. The proposal dated April 13, 2006 was distributed. Councilman Goodwin stated that he could see the volunteer ambulance people being included also. MOTION: Councilman Zagurski moved to discuss a letter he received from the Mayor on direct supervision. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – no, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes. MOTION PASSED. Discussion took place regarding a memo sent to the Town Council on March 7, 2007 by the Mayor regarding Chapter III Section 8 of the Town Charter.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:03 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Moment of silence for former Councilwoman Roseann Stocker – Mayor Krampitz asked all to remain standing for a moment of silence for Roseann Stocker who recently passed away and was a former councilwoman and a police commissioner.

Approval of the February 6, 2007 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the February 6, 2007 minutes with the following correction on page 1 “Liaison Reports” add the name “Murawski” after councilwoman for identification. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski - abstained. MOTION PASSED.

Presentation of Girl Scout Week Proclamation – Mayor Krampitz presented Girl Scout Troop #1073 with a proclamation. Individual scouts were introduced and spoke about the badges they were earning.

Presentation of PTA Proclamation – Mayor Krampitz stated that she had recently met and corresponded with the Plymouth-Terryville PTA Council President Tina Bard about a partnership SAFETEA grant concerning sidewalks on North Main Street . In order for the town to apply, we need parent organization input which the PTA Council has agreed to work on this month. Mayor Krampitz thanked them and read the proclamation. Melissa Johnson, Vice President of Convention at the State, introduced the local members in attendance and thanked the Mayor for the recognition given to the PTA . Mayor Krampitz thanked Ray Engle, Chairman of the BOE, Gerry Perusse, Business Manager, and Anthony Distasio, Superintendent of Schools, for their attendance.

Council Rules and Procedures – No action taken.

Resignations and Appointments - MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to accept the resignation with regret of Scott Ashton from the Parks & Recreation Commission. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to accept the resignation with regret of Ernest J. Pickhardt from the Water Pollution Control Authority. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOULSY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation with regret of Arnold Devine from the Water Pollution Control Authority. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral appointment of James Deutsch to the WPCA from alternate to regular membership with a term to expire January 21, 2010 replacing Mr. Pickhardt. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved the Mayoral appointment of Louis Santos to the WPCA from alternate to regular membership with a term to expire January 21, 2008 replacing Mr. Devine. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral appointment of Mark J. Galvin to WPCA as an alternate with a term to expire January 21, 2010 replacing Mr. Santos. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the reappointment of Stephen W. Mindera Jr. to the Housing Board of Appeals with a term to expire September 2, 2009 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to appoint Matthew J. Halko to the Planning and Zoning Commission as an alternate with a term to expire February 28, 2009 . SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to reappoint Carl Johnson to the Planning and Zoning Commission as an alternate with a term to expire February 19, 2010. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to reappoint Thomas Huria to the Planning and Zoning Commission with a term to expire February 19, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to reappoint Robert Brown to the Planning and Zoning Commission with a term to expire February 19, 2010 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report –

• Mayor Krampitz met with Congressman Murphy on February 15 in his Washington DC office with over seven million dollars of project requests in hand. They had a very positive meeting (there are pictures on the website) and he was very supportive of the Town of Plymouth . If the Town is going to receive any requested federal funding, we will not know until mid-summer. The Mayor also thanked Councilwoman Murawski for being Acting Mayor during her absence at that time. Mayor Krampitz also met with staff from Senator Lieberman’s and Senator Dodd’s office submitting the same requests. The Mayor thanked State Rep. Hamzy for attending that meeting with her. The Mayor felt it was important to apply for these grants at both the House and the Senate levels in order to involve all of our officials in DC.
• The Mayor will be hosting a Commercial Brokers showcase for the Plymouth Business Park on May 24, 2007 .
• Today the Town received notification that the interest arbitration hearings for March have been canceled by the union coalition. The arbitrators are going to force the arbitration to happen and reschedule. In order to pay for those projected arbitration costs, Mayor Krampitz is going to keep a tight rein on all legal fees for the rest of the fiscal year in order to keep the potential deficit as low as possible.
• On May 19, 2007 the Town will host a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day at the rear of Town Hall.
• The Mayor has received six names for submittal for appointment to the Municipal Facilities Committee.
• The Board of Finance continues to work on our next budget. Mayor Krampitz encouraged all residents to attend those meetings so they can become fully informed on the process. The Mayor is also scheduling a meeting with the Town’s medical insurance consultants and the BOF.
• On February 13, the Mayor met with representatives from CL & P and various companies in the Industrial Park about electricity. The Mayor handed Mr. Studebaker of Precision Color his grant check and the Mayor held a Public Safety Meeting. On February 21, Craig Stevenson and the Mayor visited BJ Tool Manufacturing and Glen Manufacturing. On Feb. 23, Mayor Krampitz attended the Tribute Gala for former Congresswoman Nancy Johnson. On March 1, the Town held a mock emergency tabletop preparedness event. Last Sunday the Mayor attended the Cub Scout Blue and Gold Banquet where she judged decorated cakes. Mayor Krampitz has been in touch with the State DOT concerning her displeasure with their performance in our town during the last few storms. We have been assured that this has been corrected.

Take action to refund property taxes to: John and Cheryl Dering $66.41; Joseph or Janet Flaherty $27.17; John F. Jablonski $68.37; Robert E. Murawski $8.83; Thomas W. Nypert $14.83; Stephen T. Kloss $43.16; David A. Damon $17.22; Theresa A. Soucy $28.91; Kelly or Mark Accetura $124.48; DCFS Trust $253.17 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes to those as presented. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOULY.

Discuss and take action to adopt General Order #07-11 “On Duty Injury” – Mayor Krampitz stated that after discussion with the Chief of Police today, there were some more revisions necessary that should go back to the Police Commission before Town Council action. Therefore, this will be on the next agenda.

Discuss and take action on Historic Property Commission Ordinance – Mayor Krampitz introduced Bill Kuehn, Director of Planning and Economic Development to update the Town Council on the work of the committee and answer any questions concerning information submitted. Mr. Kuehn explained that the report consists of several parts with the first twenty- five pages being a detailed description of the waterwheel. After that is the proposed ordinance, recommended rules of procedure and the enabling statutes. Mr. Kuehn stated that the committee is asking for the Town Council to establish a public hearing in the manner prescribed by the town charter so that the ordinance can be considered. Councilman Zagurski asked who this commission would report to. The answer was the primary reporting responsibility is to the State of Connecticut. The Commission would serve the Town’s Mayor and the P&Z and other land use functions in an advisory capacity but the requirement is to send the report to the state because with the money comes the strings attached. Councilman Zagurski stated that he noticed that the commission is appointed by the Mayor and wanted to know if that would be with Council approval. He was told that it does not say so but it would be a good thing to add because many boards are done that way. Councilman Zagurski also questioned the 5 year term and asked if it could be 3 years which would be more consistent with the charter. Mr. Kuehn explained that the statutes required 5 year terms. Mr. Kuehn went on to say that the Council can do one of three things: accept the report of the committee, reject the report, or return the report for any modifications you may have. Councilman Zagurski asked if money gifted would be tracked by the comptroller and Mayor Krampitz said that it would. The councilman also asked about the clerical help on line 27 and the Mayor stated that it should be subject to appropriation and approval of the Mayor because that way it can be controlled and not create a position where someone is sitting there with nothing to do. That happened to another community. Councilman Sekorski stated that it is important to realize that this is a building block to get these grant monies in and it is a small price to pay for the potential benefit. Councilman Sekorski asked if this only deals with the waterwheel and the Belonick property. Mr. Kuehn stated that for now those are the only sites affected. Any new site would have to come before the council and the ordinance would have to be amended. Mayor Krampitz stated there were a couple of things to discuss. There were two recommendations, and the committee just had their hearing last week so the Town has not had a legal review of the language. The Mayor also indicated that there are three other proposed ordinances that need legal review and public hearings and these could be scheduled at the same time. The Mayor reminded the Council that she said prior to this agenda item that there is a shortage of legal fees and these reviews should not happen before July 1 st. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to send the report back to committee with the amendments to add “with Town Council approval” in the appointment process and add “and approval of the Mayor” after the word “appropriation” on line 27. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to approve Emergency Management and Homeland Security Grant Resolutions – Mayor Krampitz stated that the Town did one last summer. The one done before that is missing paperwork from 2005 so they want us to do that again. They did not request one for 2006 so there are two for tonight. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved the following resolution:

WHEREAS, The Department of Emergency Management & Homeland Security is the designated recipient and State Administrative Agency ( SAA ) of the United States Department of Homeland Security, Office of Domestic Preparedness for the Fiscal Year 2005 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP), Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program (LETPP), and Citizen Corps Program (CCP);

WHEREAS, The Emergency Management and Homeland Security Coordinating Council has approved an allocation formula for grant funds available under the SHSGP, LETPP, and CCP Grants;

WHEREAS, the Town of Plymouth is a sub-state local jurisdiction recognized by the SAA as an eligible jurisdiction to receive grant funds in the amount of $44,222;

THEREFORE, The SAA and the Town of Plymouth enter into this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) authorizing the SAA to act as the agent of the Town of Plymouth and allow the SAA to retain and administer such grant funds on behalf of the Town of Plymouth. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the following resolution:

WHEREAS, The State of Connecticut’s Department of Emergency Management & Homeland Security (DEMHS) is the designated recipient and State Administrative Agency ( SAA ) of the United States Department of Homeland Security, Office of Grants and Training, for the federal Fiscal Year 2006 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP), Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program (LETPP), Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) and Citizen Corps Program (CCP), Grant Number 2006-GE-T6-0008;

WHEREAS; The Emergency Management & Homeland Security Coordinating Council has approved the allocation formula for grant funds available under the SHSGP, LETPP, MMRS, and CCP Grants;

WHEREAS, DEMHS is retaining local funds from Grant Number 2006-GE-T6-0008 in the total amount of $6,342,520, on behalf of local units of government for the following six regional set-aside projects designed to benefit the state’s municipalities:

1. Expanded Regional Collaboration
2. Connecticut Intelligence/Fusion Center
3. Medical Preparedness and Response
4. Interoperable Communications and State Interagency Coordination Center
5. Natural Disaster and CBRNE Preparedness
6. All Hazards Planning and Outreach;

WHEREAS, The Town of Plymouth is a sub-state local jurisdiction recognized by the SAA as an eligible jurisdiction to receive grant funds not included in the set-aside projects listed above, in the amount of $9,917.00, which sum will be made available to the jurisdiction, or to a regional planning organization or other sub-grantee at the direction of the jurisdiction, upon execution of the grant application and the acceptance by the jurisdiction and/or its designee of the grant award and associated conditions;

THEREFORE, The SAA and the Town of Plymouth enter into this Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) authorizing the SAA to act as the agent of the Town of Plymouth and allowing the SAA to retain and administer grant funds provided under Grant Number 2006-GE-T6-0008 for the six set-aside projects listed above. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss proposed sidewalk ordinance – Mayor Krampitz stated that Councilman Zagurski had requested this on this month’s agenda and informed the council that there still was not complete legal review but it was placed on the agenda for discussion. The Mayor indicated that the council had before it the Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places Ordinance as it exists along with a draft of 14-3 Sidewalk Repair and Replacement Program. Mr. Bill Kuehn was asked to give a brief overview of the proposal. Since a Watertown decision in 2005, the town has now been able to accept payment in lieu of sidewalks from developers. Mr. Kuehn read from the Watertown regulation that all monies to be so collected shall be used exclusively for the construction of sidewalks in areas deemed necessary for pedestrian safety as recommended to the Town Council by the Planning & Zoning Commission. The PZC looked at 50/50 programs as a way of cost sharing as they do in other parts of the country. The ordinance was proposed to be able to get sidewalks where they are most needed and repair the ones we have. Mr. Anthony Lorenzetti, Public Works Director, stated that there are two pieces to this. There is the ordinance and there is the 50/50 program. His concern was the liability with some of the sidewalks. This should be viewed as a tool to be used to get money to have a sidewalk program and it should be considered. The following discussion centered on the importance of connectivity of the sidewalks and its benefits. Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – suggested enforcing the ordinance for people to clean their walks after storms and fining those people. This could be added to the sidewalk fund. Patrick Herzing, 145 Scott Rd. – stated that one of the goals of the connectivity was to connect the sidewalks by the schools. Mayor Krampitz stated that this was for discussion purposes and still needs legal review and after that point would still have to go to a public hearing so this will be for future consideration.

Public Comment – Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – was concerned about a newspaper article that had a story on the proposed budget.

Executive Session for real estate negotiations – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to go into executive session at 8:36 p.m. for the purpose of real estate negotiations and invite in Anthony Lorenzetti, Public Works Director and Tom Conlin, Town Attorney. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. WENT OUT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:00 p.m. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 9:01 p.m.

Take action from Executive Session if necessary – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved that the Town accept the land known as 56 Tunnel Road from the Estate of Edward Jablonski, in lieu of tax foreclosure, and in furtherance of the Town’s plan to close the landfill. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Zagurski stated that he understood that the PZC had already approved this with an 8-24 in July of 2004. Mayor Krampitz confirmed it was approved on July 15, 2004 . MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Other Business – MOTION: Councilman Zagurski moved to discuss local vendor preference. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilman Zagurski stated that he noticed that Torrington has recently adopted a local vendor preference also. He posed the question to the council as to whether it should be by ordinance or a purchasing policy. Mayor Krampitz stated she was not sure that his interpretation of the charter was correct as far as the Town Council setting policy but we can find out. Councilman Sekorski had similar concerns. Councilman Zagurski read from Chapter VI Subsection 6. Councilman Sekorski responded that there were some very narrow parameters there and we should get a legal opinion. Mayor Krampitz reminded the council that there would not be any legal review until July 1 st because there is no money to pay for it. It is the reality of a budget that had a 3% increase.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Call Meeting to Order - Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz asked Councilman Zagurski to lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the January 9, 2007 Town Council Regular Meeting and January 18, 2007 Special Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to approve the minutes of January 9, 2007 . SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to approve the minutes of January 18, 2007 Special Meeting Minutes. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Murawski- yes, Councilman Goodwin- abstained, Councilwoman Scoville – yes. MOTION PASSED.

Liaison Reports – Councilwoman Scoville had no report. Councilman Goodwin reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission worked on their bylaws. They finished their FY 07/08 budget. EDC had a special meeting to approve the expansion of ES Metals and it went through Inland/Wetlands and PZC. Councilwoman reported that the Board of Education set their calendar for the next two school years. The Prospect St. School roof is finished. There is a new point of sale machine at Plymouth Center School cafeteria. Parents will be able to go on line and see what items their children purchased and they will also be able to pay on line. Councilman Zagurski reported that the Public Works director submitted the department’s budget which consumed a large amount of time. An assistant mechanic position was advertised internally and externally. The Capital Region Purchasing Council was joined in order to buy treated road salt. There were 9 demolition, 2 tire, 38 miscellaneous and 9 right of way permits. $1,966.80 was reimbursed from scrap metal. The highway department painted the inside of the garage which had not been done for thirty years. There was drainage work done on various roads as well as brush being cut and chipped. Christmas trees were picked-up and the new salt shed had plywood siding installed on its interior. The councilman also reported that the new salt that the department is using is a de-icing technology. It stays within 18 inches of where it has been spread. It is 67% less corrosive which protects our equipment and we use less product. The School Building Committee reported that the construction is 59% completed. The Fire Department reported that there were 3 structure and 2 brush fires. They also had 9 CO calls and 9 HAZMATS and 3 alarms.

Council Rules and Procedures – No action taken.

Resignations and Appointments – Mayor Krampitz stated that she appointed Martin Sandshaw as a regular member of the Plymouth Economic Development Commission, with the recommendation of the Commission with a term to expire November 24, 2007 . Also, she appointed Jay E. Galvin as an alternate member to the Plymouth Economic Development Commission with a term to expire November 16, 2011 . MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to accept the resignation of Adam Pawlik from the Parks and Recreation Commission with regret. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to accept the resignation of Roseann Stocker from the Police Commission with regret. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the Mayoral appointment of Thomas Wollenberg to the Police Commission filling the vacancy left by Roseann Stocker with a term to expire January 14, 2009 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor's Report

• Mayor Krampitz stated that we have sent a letter to the Central Connecticut Regional Planning Agency to be included in the Long Range Transportation Plan for (1) Sidewalks from Terryville Center to Plymouth Center (2) Intersection Improvements at Rt. 6 and 72 (3) Rt. 6/Harwinton Ave. intersection realignment and (4) Realignment of South Main Street/North Main Street and Agney Avenue.
• The Mayor met with the Bristol Community Organization director and he informed her that her request for applications will be made available in the school system for the summer work program this year. These summer job applications were not available the past few years.
• Mayor Krampitz has received a few requests to designate the Fall Mt. Water Property that we own as “open space.” The Mayor wanted to emphasize that change would be premature and will not be considered until all of the work is done for the project and the books are closed. It would be like taking the New High School Project and designating the reservoir for swimming next summer. The project needs to be completed, audited and finalized for its original intent and plan before any change could happen. Our Land Use Dept. has advised that the parcel is zoned RA-1. Uses by right include single-family houses and farms. Other uses with P&Z Commission approval include public buildings, recreational facilities and public parks and playgrounds. The Plan of Conservation and Development, as adopted less than two years ago, shows the site as public open space on Future Land Distribution. That recommendation fulfills the Plan’s implementation strategies of identifying opportunities for linking open space parcels and establishing trail networks that reinforce parcel linkages.
• The Mayor received a letter from the Dept. of Transportation informing us of the new snow and ice removal program. This new program will reduce the state’s use of sand. The most obvious change will be the lack of the brown snow appearance during storms due to the absence of sand. They have adopted a rock salt in solid and liquid form and liquid calcium chloride.
• Mayor Krampitz chaired the following committee meetings since the last Town Council meeting: Local Emergency Planning Committee, Blight Committee, Pension and Retirement Oversight Committee and the Public Safety Committee.
• The Mayor signed the Graustein Grant for the Early Childhood Council funding.
• Mayor Krampitz attended the Council of Small Towns conference in Cromwell where they emphasized the co-opting of small towns services such as sharing a Comptroller or Tax Assessor, etc.
• The Mayor enjoyed a delicious roast beef dinner with the Fire Dept. on Jan. 20.
• The Mayor attended the Sr. Citizen meeting on January 23 and invited them to select a member representative to the Municipal Facilities Study Committee. They had written a letter last year about utilizing Main Street School for a Sr. center.
• The $350,000. appropriation for the Waterwheel Park that you recommended to the Board of Finance was also endorsed by them and passed at the Special Town Meeting.
• Mayor Krampitz attended and spoke at the annual Plymouth Chamber of Commerce dinner on January 30.
• The Mayor read to toddlers at the Terryville Library for the early childhood program kick-off and at the Terryville Library, welcomed Lynn White as our Director at the reception last Saturday.
• Mayor Krampitz received a phone call last Thursday from Congressman Murphy’s office stating the federal budget had passed but without our earmark for $100,000 for the Waterwheel Park and $100,000. for the repaving of Fall Mt. Roads. When she visits Congressman Murphy in Washington DC this month, she will hand in appropriation request forms for those previously mentioned projects plus dredging of Lake Winfield , reconstruction of Seymour Road, North Main Street sidewalks, and Town Line Bridge . The deadline for the 2008 submittal is February 23, 2007 .
• The Mayor indicated that most of our offices have been painted. This is the first time that has happened. She complemented and thanked staff painters Wayne Norton, Paul Denis, and Tony DeSilva for the fine job.
• The Board of Finance meetings for the next budget will start February 22. The schedule is March 1, 5, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29, April 2, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, and May 17. All residents are invited to attend to acquaint themselves with the budget and the process so that there will not be any misinformation in the community about the proposed budget that will go to referendum.

Take action to refund property taxes to: Ford Motor Credit $430.65; Theodore J. Stefanski $143.31; Anthony Blekis $54.60; Nissan Infinity Tax Operations $166.93; Karl A. Maske $18.92 – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to refund property taxes as presented. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to accept Pine View Court as a town road – MOTION: CouncilmanGoodwinmoved thefollowing resolution:WHEREAS, the Plymouth Planning & Zoning Commission on October 13, 2005 approved the subdivision known as Pine View Estates including Pine View Court, a cul-de-sac extending south from Preston Road; and WHEREAS, Pine View Court has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and recommended for acceptance by the Plymouth Planning & Zoning Commission on December 14, 2006 . NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL: That Pine View Court be accepted as a town road as shown in the plans entitled “As-Built Plan and Profile for Pine View Court, Terryville, Connecticut” Sheets 1 of 2 and 2 of 2 dated December 11, 2006 , Rev. December 13, 2006 by Robert Green Associates, LLC as further described as beginning at the centerline of Preston Road at Station 10+00 thence proceeding southerly along the centerline of the newly completed Pine View Court to the curbline at approx. Station 24+87, and Further, that the above reference as-built plans will be placed on file in the Plymouth Land Records. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to accept Whitney Court as a town road – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the following resolution:WHEREAS, the Plymouth Planning & Zoning Commission on July 15, 2004 approved the subdivision known as Whitney Garden Estates including Whitney Court, a cul-de-sac extending west from North Street; and WHEREAS, Whitney Court has been completed in accordance with the approved plans and recommended for acceptance by the Plymouth Planning & Zoning Commission on December 14, 2006 . NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL:
That Whitney Court be accepted as a town road as shown in the plans entitled “As-Built Plan and Profile” prepared for Calvanese & Kastner, LLC Sheet #P-1 dated Sept 1, 2005 , last revised 1/31/07 and Sheet #P-2 dated December 5, 2006 , last revised 1/31/07 , by Harry E. Cole & Son and further described as beginning at the westerly r-o-w line of North Street at Station 0+00 thence proceeding westerly along the centerline of the newly completed Whitney Court to the edge of the pavement at Station 7+80.24; and Further, that the above reference as-built plans will be placed on file in the Plymouth Land Records. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to adopt General Order #06-19 “Motor Vehicle Inventory” as presented by the Police Commission – Mayor Krampitz asked Police Chief Krasicky to come forward to give a brief overview and answer questions. The Chief stated that she made the general order more clear and specific. Councilman Zagurski stated that he was surprised by section (E) that allowed for the opening of closed containers. The Chief explained that it was included in case it was for an officer safety issue. The Councilman was concerned about the need for a search warrant and the Chief said in some cases one is needed which is addressed in the next section. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adopt General Order #06-19 “Motor Vehicle Inventory” as presented by the Police Commission. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Adjournment.

Call Meeting to Order – Mayor Krampitz called the meeting to order at 5:27 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Discuss and take action to schedule a Special Town Meeting – Mayor Krampitz thanked the Town Council for attending the Special Meeting. The Mayor stated that the town is working diligently on the Waterwheel Park Project and we have received bids on the demolition of the Belonick property. Mayor Krampitz indicated that the council had before them the history of the project including the purchase of 262 Main St. for $36,000. They had the Mayor’s report in April that the grant approval of $350,000 was with the help of State Senator Colapietro. She reminded the council it was on their agenda on November of 2006 to adopt the resolution that was required by the State and the minutes from that meeting show the “restoration, rehabilitation, stabilization and/or construction” was approved for that project. Mayor Krampitz then stated that she had received a letter from Representative Hamzy and an e-mail from OPM that confirmed that the State Bond Commission approved the allocation of $350,000. on March 31, 2006 . Due to the fact that this is a grant and it is for this project, we have to appropriate the money because it was not in the budget. Mayor Krampitz pointed out that his would be at no expense to the taxpayer and we need to schedule a special town meeting. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved to set a Special Town Meeting Thursday February 1, 2007 in the Community Room at Town Hall at 7:00 p.m. to appropriate $350,000 for the Waterwheel Park . SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. Councilman Sekorski was concerned about the amount of land that will eventually need to be acquired for the park. He did not want to see the project held up because of future acquisitions and would like to see something done with the property that we already own. Councilman Sekorski’s second concern was the flexibility of the grant language. Would the monies be able to take care of all of our needs including the demolition of our present properties? The Mayor stated that we owned the Hart property, the corner of the vacant lot and the Belonick property. The Mayor stated that one of the problems is the Brownfield study for the contamination on the Hart property and we are still waiting for that but this money can be used for the Belonick property. William Kuehn, Town Planner, informed the council that everything on the west side of the waterwheel is contaminated and the EPA has informed the town that we can not clean up the contaminants until we identify the sources. The sources are the Kirkwood and BJ Tool properties. We need to deal with those property owners first. The Mayor also said that we have had conversations with the Kirkwoods. Councilwoman Scoville asked if past owners of those properties could be held accountable. Mr. Kuehn answered that the present owners can not sell the property until it is cleaned. There is also no corporate protection for them. Councilwoman Scoville asked if the monies go into the general fund and the Mayor answered that it goes into a separate Reich and Tang account required by the State. Councilman Zagurski questioned that if it is ground contamination that is the concern, why the buildings above ground can not be taken down. Mr. Kuehn stated that the ground would be disturbed when that work would be done and it is also better to do all this work under one contract. Mayor Krampitz stated that the Town is still expecting another $100,000 that was earmarked from Nancy Johnson. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Public Comment – No comments were made.

Adjournment - MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:42 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Pledge of Allegiance – Mayor Krampitz asked Councilwoman Murawski to lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approval of the December 5, 2006 Town Council Public Hearing and Regular Meeting Minutes – MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the approval of the December 5, 2006 Town Council Public Hearing minutes. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – abstain, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes. MOTION PASSED. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the approval of the December 5, 2006 Town Council Regular Meeting minutes. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – abstain, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – yes. MOTION PASSED.

Resignations and Appointments – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral reappointment of Ann Tuleja to the Police Commission with a term of January 14, 2010 . SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – no. MOTION PASSED. MOTION: Councilwoman Murawski moved the Mayoral appointment of Constance Kapralos to the Police Commission with a term to expire January 14, 2010 replacing William Pond. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to accept the resignation of David Morrell from the Conservation/Inland/Wetlands Commission with regret. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved the Mayoral appointment of Sean Doran from an alternate membership to a regular membership on the Conservation/Inland/Wetlands Commission with a term to expire September 1, 2007 replacing David Morell. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the Mayoral appointment of Scott Gray to the Conservation/Inland/Wetlands Commission as an alternate (replacing Sean Doran) with a term to expire September 1, 2008 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to reappoint Rev. Christopher Drew to the Human Services Commission with a term to expire October 1, 2009 . SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. Mayor Krampitz noted that on the application Rev. Drew indicated he was an Independent voter but was actually registered as a Democrat. It did not affect minority representation concerns on this board. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Mayor’s Report
Mayor Krampitz stated that the bids for the Belonick property demolition at 262 Main St. will be opened Thursday. The demolition is scheduled to take place soon thereafter. It is projected to take up to eight days depending on the weather.

• The Mayor reported that the Town Hall communications/technology have been down since the power outage on December 23. So if residents have tried to email us and did not receive a response, it will be delayed.
• The Mayor received a letter from former Congresswoman Johnson advising us that Congress has yet to pass a final budget for 2007. She advised that our earmark was on a short list that passed successfully through the appropriations process. Our earmarks were for repaving of roads at Fall Mt. and the Waterwheel Park .
• Mayor Krampitz met with Congressman Murphy at which time she outlined previous federal grant commitments and our future needs. It was a very positive meeting and the Congressman stated that he would work hard to continue the programs we already have in place.
• The Mayor attended the CAPT Rally at the High School which promoted student success in the upcoming CAPT tests. It was good to see a pep rally with an academic focus.
• Mayor Krampitz was pleased to announce that she had filled three vacancies with qualified candidates and have welcomed Robert King and Donna Simpkins to the Public Works Department and Lynn White to the Terryville Library.
• The Mayor wanted to again thank our Fire Department for their quick response to the fire at IGA. Also, our Building Official Clarence B. Atkinson and Sanitarian Rob Rubbo were quick to respond to the health and safety needs of the IGA to get them back up and operating to serve the needs of our community.
• The budget season has started with the Mayor’s memo of requiring all departments and commissions to submit their budgets by January 26.
• The Mayor announced that she would be issuing three proclamations to encourage residents to recognize the Winter Wonderland Walk for the Cure which is marked for January 20, 2007 to benefit breast cancer research and the Susan G. Komen Foundation Connecticut Affiliate Breast Cancer Alliance; “Wear Red Day for Women” on February 2, 2007 recognizing the importance of the ongoing fight against heart disease and stroke; and one regarding Mrs. Lynn White“Meet the New Library Director Event” at Terryville Library February 3, 2007 between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
• Mayor Krampitz attended the Fire Safety Poster Contest that the Fire Marshal organizes.
• The Mayor announced the retirement of Henry Kamens as our Lead Mechanic in the public works department for many years and the Mayor thanked him for his service.

Presentation of Scott Funeral Home Certificate of Recognition – Mayor Krampitz presented Mr. Jeffrey Scott and Mr. Fran Scott a Certificate of Recognition for one century of continuous business in our community.

Discuss and take action to adopt Tax Incentive Committee’s Tax Abatement Resolution and Grant Resolution – Mayor Krampitz asked William Kuehn, Director of Planning, to comment on the Tax Abatement resolution first. Mr. Kuehn indicated that the abatement was for a three-year period and asked if there were any questions. Councilman Goodwin asked if this was similar to the previously approved abatement for the Prescott properties for the incubator concept? He was told it was almost exactly the same. MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved the following resolution: WHEREAS, Losure Holdings, LLC has purchased the property at 16 Tremco Drive within the Business Park; and WHEREAS, Losure Holdings, LLC has requested financial assistance to construct a 9,600 sq. ft. addition to the existing 13,600 sq. ft. facility; and WHEREAS the Tax Incentive Committee has determined that the applicant meets the policy criteria and has recommended a tax abatement as a development incentive. NOW , THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL: That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to enter into a tax abatement agreement with Losure Holdings, LLC for a fifty percent abatement of real property for a three year period applicable to the 9,600 sq. ft. addition; and that the fifty percent tax abatement shall take effect on the grand list of the first day of October following the issuance of a certificate of occupancy. SECOND: Councilwoman Scoville. MOTION PASSED UNANMOUSLY. Mr. Kuehn introduced Mr. Charles Studebaker, President of Precision Color Coating. Mr. Studebaker thanked the town for its grant and looked forward to a prosperous partnership. Councilman Goodwin stated that he understood that the company purchased the building and Mr. Studebaker confirmed that and also indicated that some space is available to lease. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved the following resolution: WHEREAS, Precision Color Coating, LLD will be doing business at 50 Altair Ave. within the Town of Plymouth; and WHEREAS, Precision Color Coating, LLC, as a new business, has requested financial assistance to help relocate manufacturing equipment to the site; and WHEREAS, the Tax Incentive Committee has determined that the applicant meets the policy criteria and has recommended financial assistance as a development incentive. NOW , THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF PLYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL: That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Precision Color Coating LLC for the provision of a grant in the amount of $15,000 from the Economic Development Fund to assist in the relocation of manufacturing equipment to 50 Altair Drive. SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Discuss and take action to establish a Town Facilities Study Committee – MOTION: Councilman Sekorski moved to approve the following charge:

SECTION 1. There is hereby created a Municipal Facilities Study Committee (MFSC). SECTION 2 . The MFSC shall consist of members appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Town Council. The following groups from local Town government/community organizations shall propose a member name to the Mayor for appointment: Director of Public Works, Senior Citizens, Planning & Zoning Commission, WPCA, Board of Education Staff, Emergency Services, one member for each (i.e. Fire, Ambulance and Police), School Building Committee, Capital Improvements Committee, Terryville Library Director, Director of Planning/Economic Development, Nursing Administrator/Supervisor and two qualified electors of the town. Any member of the MFSC may be removed for cause by the Mayor with the approval of Town Council; cause shall include any conflict of personal or financial interests. Their report shall be due one year after their first meeting.
SECTION 3. The MFSC shall elect its own chair, who shall preside at meetings, and such other officers and subcommittees as it deems appropriate. A MFSC member shall be elected to serve as secretary and shall oversee the maintenance of minutes of all meetings. At its first meeting, the MFSC shall establish its schedule of regular meetings, which shall thereafter be posted according to law. The MFSC may, and at the call of the chair or at the request of three members shall, hold other special meetings.
SECTION 4. The MFSC may, with approval of the Mayor, retain staff assistance as necessary in order to fulfill its duties.
SECTION 5. The MFSC shall have the following responsibilities:

• Inventory through questionnaires and dialogue, all departments and organizations using or seeking public dollars for future Municipal Facilities/Properties in accordance with the Plan of Conservation and Development 2004 and based on the vacancy of Main Street and Prospect Street Schools .
• Research and analyze all Town owned buildings/properties regarding building and square footage, age, occupancy, use, maintenance and condition.
• Develop a space planning study and/or recommend a consultant to the Mayor and Town Council to prepare a facilities study as funds are available. Carry out such other duties and powers convenient to the purpose of the committee as may be required by the Mayor or directed by the Town Council.

SECOND: Councilman Goodwin. Mark Sekorski, 180 Old Waterbury Rd. – was concerned that each change in administration brings about a new CIC and new changes and the town starts all over again. He wanted this study to be linked to some master plan so that the town had a plan for the next ten to fifteen years. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Take action to approve Town Council salary recommendation for 2007-08 FY budget – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to approve Town Council salary recommendation for the 2007 – 2008 as $5,410. SECOND: Councilman Zagurski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.

Presentation of the Fire and Rescue Services Study – Mayor Krampitz called on the Fire Department to give a presentation of their study. Fire Chief Mark Sekorski, Deputy Fire Chief Victor Mitchell and Fire Service Consultant Peter Buonome presented the study based on the present and future needs of the department as presented in the previously submitted Fire and Rescue Services Study dated October 31, 2006 .

Discuss Fall Mt. Water Project land purchase – Mayor Krampitz stated that Councilwoman Scoville sent a letter requesting that this be on the agenda. The Mayor also indicated that she responded to the letter with a memo. Mayor Krampitz reviewed the attachments that were included in the packet which were copies of the Regular Town Council Minutes of 2/15/2000 at which time the Mayor was authorized to sign an application with the USDA for financial assistance, the Option Agreement dated 2/15/2002 with Mr. Trelli, a sheet from the comptroller’s office that shows the first expenditure on 6/14/2002 which is after the May 2002 referendum and the concluding payment in January of 2003, there is a copy of the first check, a copy of the conveyance tax return and the warranty deed which is also 6/14/2002 , a copy of the mortgage deed, Schedule B, Board of Finance unanimous approval on 3/21/2002 before referendum, copy of the budget report from 1/16/03 – 5/31/05 , and report #2 which shows the land taken out, and the change order adversely affecting this project. The Mayor felt she answered the questions and asked Councilwoman Scoville if she had any comment to make. Councilwoman Scoville asked if it is proper for the Mayor and Comptroller to use money from a capital line item for a project like this. The Mayor explained that it is because the money is replaced once the grant comes in. Councilwoman Scoville was concerned about what would happen if the land was sold and that at that point the assessments should be adjusted. Mayor Krampitz indicated that the residents have not complained about the assessments but have a legal appeal process if they are unhappy that was previously explained to them. The Mayor took public comment. Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – questioned the legality of the purchase of the land because the referendum language only stated “acquisition”. Mayor Krampitz explained that her interpretation was wrong and that “acquisition” was the acquisition of property. MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to recess at 8:58 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. BACK IN OPEN SESSION AT 9:05 p.m. Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – read from a variety of minutes from different boards and quoted people who were at those meetings. She stated that she does not think the land purchase price should be included in the assessment. Brian Barnes, 23 Fall Mountain Rd. – stated that he was President of the Fall Mt. Lake Assoc. and confirmed the Mayor’s statement that he had had no complaints about the assessment. The only concern he has heard is what will happen if the land is sold in the future. Ralph Zovich, 4 Knight Ln. – suggested recording a deed restriction against the property that would go back to the property owners on a pro-rata basis.

Public Comment – Melanie Church, 328 Main St. – read a few articles that she found interesting in the paper dealing with the tax office and neighboring towns. Diana Schenkel, 269 Mt. Tobe Rd. – was concerned about increase trash dumping on Mt. Tobe Rd. and Greystone Rd. She would like to see stiffer fines and have the caught individual pay for the cost of the clean-up. Ralph Zovich, 4 Knight Ln. – stated that in light of the revaluation, town officials have to be diligent in coming in with a budget that does not increase spending so that the impact is minimal.

Other Business – MOTION: Councilwoman Scoville moved to discuss a public announcement for the Chamber of Commerce. SECOND: Councilman Sekorski. Councilman Zagurski – yes, Councilwoman Scoville – yes, Councilman Sekorski – yes, Councilman Goodwin – yes, Councilwoman Murawski – no. MOTION PASSED. The Chamber’s Annual Dinner is January 30 th at the Pequabuck Golf Club starting at 6:00 p.m. Dinner is at 7:00 p.m.

Adjournment – MOTION: Councilman Goodwin moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m. SECOND: Councilwoman Murawski. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.