MINUTES ADOPTED AS PRESENTED 03/01/2010
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2010
The Regular Meeting of the Enfield Town Council was called to order by Chairman Kaupin in the Council Chambers of the Enfield Town Hall, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, Connecticut on Tuesday, February 16, 2010. The meeting was called to order at 7:21 p.m.
PRAYER - The Prayer was given by Councilman Bosco.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
ROLL-CALL – Present were Councilmen Bosco, Crowley, Dumont, Edgar, Hall, Kaupin, Keller, Kiner, Lee and Nelson. Councilman Mangini was absent. Also present were Town Manager, Matthew Coppler; Assistant Town Manager, Daniel Vindigni; Town Attorney, Kevin Deneen; Director of Social Services, Pam Brown; Youth Services Coordinator, Jean Haughey
FIRE EVACUATION ANNOUNCEMENT
Chairman Kaupin made the fire evacuation announcement.
MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETINGS
MOTION #763 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Hall to accept the minutes of the February 1, 2010 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #763 adopted 10-0-0.
MOTION #764 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Kiner to accept the minutes of the February 1, 2010 Regular Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #764 adopted 10-0-0.
SPECIAL GUESTS
KITE – Key Initiatives to Early Education
Karen Wezliza, 25 Renee Lane
Stated she is Chair of KITE, which is a community-based collaborative, and their mission is to help families with young children access quality early care in education from birth through 8 years old. She noted the emphasis is on pre-school. She stated they’ve had an on-going relationship with the William Casper Graustein Memorial Fund, and since 2001 they’ve funded KITE over $100,000 initially to do discovery to find out what Enfield already had in place and look at what was needed. She stated now that KITE has done its discovery, they’ve been asked to apply for funds to do a community plan on early care and education.
Ms. Wezliza stated the comprehensive community plan focuses on all children birth to 8 and all the service systems that support healthy child development and early school success. She noted the community plan is a roadmap for assessing and changing institutional policies and practices and provides community-wide accountability for results. She stated it addresses multiple domains of early care in education, including early care, infants and toddlers, social, emotional, behavior and physical health.
She stated the plan is a living document and will continually change because it’s going to be an evolving process because the community’s needs change. She noted this also requires support from the Town Council and Board of Education. She stated they want to know that if they engage in this work and accept the $50,000 over the next two years from the William Casper Graustein Memorial Fund, they will have the support of the Town Council and Board of Education.
Chairman Kaupin stated his understanding this would not be financial support, but rather it’s more acknowledgement that KITE is applying for the grant. Ms. Wezliza stated they already have in-kind support from Director of Social Services, Pam Brown, the Child Development Center, the Family Resource Center and Amy Witbro from Enfield Public Schools.
Councilman Nelson questioned if there’s a budget allotment, and Ms. Wezliza stated they get $2,114 as a Town contribution. She noted the majority of the funding has come from the William Casper Graustein Memorial Fund. She stated while they’re not a 501, they have a 501 that is their fiduciary. She noted they will start looking at ways to self-sustain, but they cannot do that without the plan.
Councilman Nelson questioned if this is an increase over last year, or is this the same amount they’re reapplying for. Ms. Wezliza stated they’re told how much they can apply for. She noted they’ve received up to $30,000 in any one year and $15,000 was the lowest they received. She stated the opportunity for the next two years is $25,000 for each year, which means they can ask for a total of $50,000.
Councilman Hall questioned the next step. Ms. Wezliza stated they have the demographics, and they’ll be doing some data research to learn where children are coming from, i.e., are they able to access early care in education and are they coming to school with the skills needed to be ready to succeed. She noted they will then develop a plan so they can be ready to succeed in school.
Councilman Hall questioned whether any duplication in services was found. Ms. Wezliza stated there’s a lot of collaboration, not necessarily replication.
Chairman Kaupin stated his understanding KITE has received funding from corporations as well. Ms. Wezliza stated Mass Mutual helped fund the annual meeting. She noted Shaw’s works with them on various events, and they do have some community support. She stated they do have local collaborators, stakeholders, and local businesses that help them.
There was a consensus by the Council that KITE could move forward.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Carrie Robinson, Voices for Thompsonville
Invited everyone to attend the next Voices for Thompsonville meeting to be held at the Polish National Home this Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
James Humphries, 44-46 Hazard Avenue
Stated he owns properties in Thompsonville and Hazardville. He noted he recently received a citation for snow removal on a property. He stated he has a person who snowplows the driveway who told him the work was done. He noted he received a $75.00 citation plus a $150 charge to shovel the sidewalk on this property. He stated his belief it’s a little ridiculous to charge him $150 extra.
Mr. Humphries stated he would like the Town to come up with a warning the first time. He noted he filled out the forms to appeal this, and his appeal will be heard on March 8th.
He stated his understanding over 100 people received citations and 14 people appealed. He noted there are possibly some property owners who aren’t even around here and live in Florida and are unaware of this regulation.
He suggested the Council look at this for some fairness in this program.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Councilman Kiner commended the Cultural Arts Commission on their successful wine tasting event.
Councilman Kiner suggested more visible stop signs, i.e., neon red, at the four way stop on Palomba Drive.
Councilman Kiner suggested a crosswalk signal at Exit 48 onto Elm Street for pedestrian safety.
Councilman Kiner stated there are some treacherous bumps in the area where Somers Road and Taylor Road meet.
Councilman Kiner requested an update on the building at the corner of Hazard Avenue and Broadbrook Road.
Councilman Kiner pointed out there’s graffiti on the “Welcome to Enfield” sign on Route 5.
Councilman Crowley requested an update on the streetlight problem on North Main Street, and Mr. Coppler pointed out the problem has been corrected and the lights are back on.
Councilman Bosco requested an update on delinquent real estate tax and personal property tax.
Councilman Bosco stated it doesn’t matter if there’s an inch of snow or four inches of snow, sidewalks have to be cleaned so people don’t get a ticket.
Councilman Nelson stated he, as well as most of the Council, won’t be able to attend the upcoming Voices of Thompsonville meeting due to other Town business.
Councilman Nelson stated it’s up to the appeals board to decide the outcome regarding uncleared sidewalks.
MOTION #765 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Hall to suspend the rules to address under Miscellaneous Items A1-A7, B1, B2, D, E, F, G, H and I.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #765 adopted 10-0-0.
Councilman Nelson expressed his appreciation to Vinnie at East Coast Vinyl Fencing for donating labor and selling fencing at cost for the tobogganing hill.
Chairman Kaupin reminded everyone that they will be having their quarterly meeting at Stowe School on February 22nd.
Chairman Kaupin questioned if there’s been any progress on the joint Planning & Zoning Commission/Town Council Public Hearing on the Plan of Conservation and Development. He requested the Town Manager work with Jose Giner to find a common time between the two boards.
Chairman Kaupin stated last Friday he went to the Alcorn Family Resource Center at Alcorn School. He noted this is an hour-long session where parents bring in very young children. He noted he read to the children.
He noted the Alcorn Family Resource Center is holding a fundraiser on Thursday, February 25th at Enfield High School. He stated the cost is $5.00 for general admission or $25.00 for a front row seat. He noted the Griffith Academy of Irish Dance will be performing for this fundraiser in the auditorium of Enfield High School.
Chairman Kaupin stated there were 66 citations for snow clearance. He noted the appropriate place to appeal a citation is through the hearing officer. He stated the Town Council spent many months on this ordinance and publicized it in the newspaper and on the Town’s website. He pointed out the time to clear sidewalks was extended from 12 hours to 24 hours.
Councilman Crowley stated he heard from some people who said they did clear their sidewalks, but winds blew snow over the walkways again. He noted this also is something that should be taken up with the hearing officer.
Chairman Kaupin thanked the boy scouts for leading in the Pledge of Allegiance at this evening’s meeting.
TOWN MANAGER REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Coppler stated the Council has before them the latest list of citations for clearing sidewalks. He noted every sidewalk cleared by the Town is first photographed. He pointed out that for the most part the citations are valid. He noted this ordinance has been in effect since 1967, but recently the Town put more teeth into the ordinance. He noted Town crews are out and actively enforcing this ordinance.
Councilman Lee stated at one time there was the thought of having a GIS layer just for sidewalks, which would enable the Town to do a mailing to just those addresses. Mr. Coppler responded there was some early talk about that, however, he’s not sure where that stands.
Mr. Coppler referred to delinquent real estate taxes, and noted tomorrow the Finance Director will be meeting with a company that the Town sold the last liens to, and that is the start of the process to see if they’re going to do a lien sale or a tax collector sale. He noted based upon what comes out of that meeting, they’ll have some direction as to which way to go. As concerns the personal property tax, Mr. Coppler stated the demand from the revenue collector is going out tomorrow. He noted they’re actively working on this as well.
Chairman Kaupin stated when the Town’s website posts the list of the delinquent taxpayers, it’s just a list which shows multiple years for some properties and one or two years for others. He noted they want it to be more descriptive as to why it’s there.
Chairman Kaupin stated the Council would like to know what’s needed to step up the collections and get the $2.4 million dollars in delinquent taxes as close to zero as possible.
Mr. Coppler stated the list on the website is updated twice per day.
Councilman Bosco stated his belief the list he received isn’t the same list as on the Town’s website. Mr. Coppler stated it should have the same information, however, it’s a different report.
Councilman Hall stated although there’s $2.4 million dollars in delinquent taxes, the Town still does well in collections. Mr. Coppler pointed out the Town collects up to 97% in taxes.
Mr. Coppler stated they are working on graduation costs for the Board of Education and Town Council. He noted more information should be available in a couple days.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Attorney Deneen invited the Council to e-mail him with any specific concerns they might have on the alarm ordinance.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL
Councilman Keller stated the Patriot Award Committee met last week. He noted applications are due May 28th. He noted information should be available on the Town’s website and at the Town library and Town Hall. He noted the Committee will review applications, and awards will be presented at the Fourth of July Celebration.
Councilman Keller stated he’s working with Scott St. Onge from Town Hall, and they’re looking at re-doing the Town of Enfield website. He noted they’re in the early stages of this, and he feels it’s long overdue.
Councilman Lee stated they’re looking for a Development Services date, and they’re looking at the first week in March.
OLD BUSINESS
All items under Old Business remained tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
There were no items under New Business.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
DISCUSSION RE: 8-24 REFERRAL FOR BARRETT ROAD
Mr. Coppler stated there is a development proposal on South Road, and the developer asks that the Town consider abandoning the roadway. He noted in order for the Town to do that, they would have to request that Planning and Zoning first review it under the 8-24 section of the state statute to determine if this is a permissible thing to do. He noted a number of questions were raised previously.
1) Is the right-of-way Town-owned? Mr. Coppler stated the answer is yes.
2) If Town-owned, will the Town be compensated for this property? Attorney Deneen noted he spoke briefly with the Town Manager today, and he will have to do more research on this. He went on to note it’s clear from the maps that this is a Town road.
3) Is there a value to the property? Can it be sold at public auction? Mr. Coppler stated these questions can be answered after the Town Attorney does his research.
4) There was a question about the Town parcel to the east of the right-of-way.
Mr. Coppler stated right now it doesn’t appear there are any obligations for the Town to hold onto that property, however, he needs to reaffirm that.
Councilman Crowley stated he was contacted by Pat Sherman, one of the residents in that area, and he noted all the neighbors are in favor of the abandonment of Barrett Road.
Councilman Nelson questioned the last time wetland maps were updated. He noted Barrett Road runs right through the proposed development, and both sides of Barrett Road are fairly wet. Mr. Coppler stated people really need to do a physical evaluation of the property. He noted the maps show a general approximation of the location of wetlands.
Councilman Nelson stated his belief the Town should invest some time in learning where actual wetlands are located. He stated if Barrett Road does become a sale, he hopes the sale will be no minimum with a public auction right there and then so the developer has a fair option to purchase the road. He noted he’d like an answer as soon as possible.
Councilman Edgar stated Barrett Road was a Town road, and this area is very wet. He noted in the past, Barrett Road was used as a shortcut to Raffia Road during emergencies.
Chairman Kaupin stated this item will appear under New Business at the next regular meeting of the Council. He requested answers to questions be provided prior to that meeting.
MISCELLANEOUS
MOTION #766 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Dumont to accept the Consent Agenda. Transfer $3,651 Public Safety OT
Transfer $1,472 Public Safety Professional Development
Transfer $3,676 DMHAS Extension Grant*
Transfer $6,000 Adult Day Care FT Salaries
Transfer $4,593 HR Professional Services
Transfer $2,000 Neighborhood Services Operation Fuel Income
Transfer $4,456 Neighborhood Services Federal Emergency
Food & Shelter Program
Resolutions Appended to Minutes
* s/b $3,678 corrected 03/18/2010
Referring to Items A3 and A6, Mr. Coppler stated he sent the responses from the Director of Social Services. He noted Ms. Brown also included a final report consisting of 150 pages.
Councilman Keller referred to Item #3 and questioned when they expect to get the raw data. Ms. Brown stated they expect it from the State in late spring or early summer.
Referring to Item #6, Councilman Nelson questioned if there’s someone in Social Services that can fulfill this obligation, and they could apply this money toward their salary, and Ms. Brown responded they do not have the capacity.
Councilman Dumont stated her understanding they’d hire this person for 185 hours, and that person would strictly do just these applications, and once the program is done, this person would be terminated. Ms. Brown responded that’s correct. She noted this person comes in only when they have applicants. She stated this person meets with the applicants and then leaves. She noted not a dime is wasted. She stated this individual is paid $10.00 per hour.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #766 adopted 10-0-0.
NOMINATION #767by Councilman Nelson to reappoint Stephen Moriarty (U) to the Clean Energy Committee for a term which expires 3/17/2014.
MOTION #768 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Hall to close nominations.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #768 adopted 10-0-0.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared Stephen Moriarty reappointed to the Clean Energy Committee by a 10-0-0 vote.
NOMINATION #769 by Councilman Nelson to reappoint Gregory Mark (U) to the Clean Energy Committee for a term which expires 3/17/2014.
MOTION #770 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Kiner to close nominations.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #770 adopted 10-0-0.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared Gregory Mark reappointed to the Clean Energy Committee by a 10-0-0 vote.
RESOLUTION #771 by Councilman Hall, seconded by Councilman Nelson.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: 4500 Youth Services
Other Professional Services 220-01-40-4500-06094-0339 $17,000
Travel 220-01-40-4500-06094-0580 $ 2,000
Food/Food Related 220-01-40-4500-06094-0630 $ 1,000
FROM: 4500 Revenue Youth Services
DMHAS Partnership for Success 220-01-40-4500-06094-000-00 $20,000
CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of February 5, 2010.
/s/ A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
Councilman Keller stated he has not seen the raw data as to whether this will be successful. He noted a lot of what he’s reading in the grant leads him to believe that by accepting these funds, they’re actually usurping what the responsibilities are of the families to take care of their children. He noted he would like to see a bigger police presence through the use of this grant.
Ms. Brown stated this is the DMHAS Partnership for Success Grant, and this grant is a community campaign to change attitudes about underage drinking. She noted the primary focus of this grant is to change the adults’ attitude that gives underage children permission to drink. She pointed out there are a lot of parties in Enfield where there’s underage drinking as well as the sale of alcohol to minors. She stated this grant supports police as concerns the selling of alcohol to minors, as well as party patrols. She noted there’s also a media campaign to change this attitude.
Councilman Nelson voiced his support of this resolution and noted he would like to see more police involvement in social services as “good guys”.
Ms. Brown stated 12% to 13% of the grant will be for police.
Chairman Kaupin suggested pursuing other grants that have more of a law enforcement component.
Ms. Brown stated they did have a ”Breaking Down Barriers” grant for a number of years that provided funding for police. She noted they’re actively looking for that kind of funding, and whenever there is an opportunity, they do apply.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #771 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #772 by Councilman Dumont, seconded by Councilman Hall.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: 4320 Child Development Center
Salaries-Full Time 220-01-0040-4320-06014-0111-00 $17,365
Field Trips 220-01-0040-4320-06014-0324-00 $ 1,000
Parent Activities 220-01-0040-4320-06014-0325-00 $ 500
Instructional Supplies 220-01-0040-4320-06014-0611-00 $ 2,000
FROM: 4320 Revenue Child Development Center
School Readiness 220-01-0040-4320-06014-00 $20,865
CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of February 5, 2010.
/s/ A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #772 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #773 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Hall.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: 4500 Youth Services
Part-Time Salaries 220-01-40-4500-06095-0120-00 $ 8,116
Professional Development 220-01-40-4500-06095-0322-00 $ 500
Field Trips 220-01-40-4500-06095-0324-00 $ 1,000
Other Professional Services 220-01-40-4500-06095-0339-00 $10,000
Technology Supplies 220-01-40-4500-06095-0613-00 $ 250
Athletic Supplies 220-01-40-4500-06095-0618-00 $ 1,000
Other Supplies/Materials 220-01-40-4500-06095-0619-00 $ 1,500
Food/Food Related 220-01-40-4500-06095-0630-00 $ 2,000
Furniture and Fixtures 220-01-40-4500-06095-0733-00 $ 6,000
FROM: 4500 Revenue
OPM Project Success One 220-01-40-4500-06095-000-00 $30,366
CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of February 4, 2010.
/s/ A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
Councilman Bosco referred to the back and requested clarification on “Other Professional Services” and “Furniture and Fixtures”.
Ms. Haughey noted for “Furniture and Fixtures” they’re planning to purchase a weight training machine, and they will be hiring coaches to help young people weight-lift. She stated the machine costs approximately $5,000, and they would like to replace the tally scorer for basketball.
Councilman Bosco referred to “Part-Time Salaries” and questioned whether they’re adding help. Ms. Haughey stated they are adding help because they have a significant increase in programming and they need coverage for expanded hours at the Youth Center.
Chairman Kaupin questioned how much will be spent on activities involving police vs. other activities. Ms. Haughey stated they met with the Police, and the Police prioritized funding two youth police academies this summer. They would need officers to run that academy as well as hire officers to cover those positions. She stated the Police chose to do most of their programming in the summer, therefore, they’ll see the budget coming in during the summer. She noted youth and police decided they want to spend more time together doing outdoor adventure types of activity.
Chairman Kaupin stated his understanding about $4,500 out of the $33,366 would go toward police activities. Ms. Brown responded that would be with the full grant.
Councilman Nelson questioned what weight equipment has to do with a youth violence prevention grant. Ms. Haughey stated this is all about keeping children and youth actively engaged, being challenged, being involved, and it’s increasing their protective factors. She noted when they’re working with positive adults, they’re forming relationships, gaining skills and having opportunities to increase their athletic ability. She stated they’re being evaluated on challenge and involvement, therefore, it has to be youth lead and youth driven. She noted the youth they serve indicate they’d like to have these opportunities, and it’s their responsibility to find ways to give that to them. She stated they’re really increasing opportunities for youth to give back to their community in meaningful ways, and they’re taking a very targeted approach for youth in Enfield who are at risk. She noted they’re working with schools to create a database for kids who are in ninth grade and who are showing a high number of suspensions, tardiness and low reading and math scores. She stated they are targeting those kids because education is a priority. She pointed out the dropout rate is very high in Enfield, and they’re working on that initiative as well. She noted they will provide opportunities for these youth to get tutoring in reading and math, and they’ll have an outreach worker that goes into the home to talk with the parents about what the barriers are in getting their child in school and what would be needed to actively engage these youth so that they’re not getting into crime.
Councilman Nelson questioned whether a student doing well in school would be able to get a weight trainer, and Ms. Haughey stated this program is open to everyone. She went
on to note they will make a real specific effort to try and engage those parents who aren’t normally engaged with their children and whose children are not succeeding in school because those are the students at risk for dropping out of school. She noted this is a prevention approach.
Councilman Nelson questioned whether a student who drops out of school is still eligible. Ms. Haughey responded yes, up through 18 years of age. Councilman Nelson stated his impression they’re rewarding kids who don’t perform to the standards that all the other kids are trying to perform to. Ms. Haughey stated any child up to 18 years of age is welcome.
Councilman Nelson stated his impression dropouts can hang out at the Neighborhood Center and work out on new equipment while other youth are in school. Ms. Brown stated the weight equipment is only available after school.
Councilman Nelson stated his belief it’s time to start rewarding people for trying and working hard and just barely getting by rather than those who give up. He noted if he was told dropouts weren’t eligible, he’d support this. Ms. Haughey stated they are not pursuing dropouts, however, they would not deny them access to support or services. She pointed out they’re going after at risk students who are in school as well as their parents because they really want to stop them from dropping out of school.
Councilman Nelson voiced concern about flooding the program with youth who aren’t complying, and Ms. Haughey stated she didn’t believe that would happen.
Councilman Crowley stated perhaps the youth should have an incentive for the privilege of using the equipment, i.e., pulling a certain grade average or doing their studies. He noted perhaps they should give them a goal to reach for in order to use the equipment or gym. Ms. Haughey explained they do have incentives and rules, i.e., students may not be in the Neighborhood Center if they didn’t attend school that day.
Councilman Bosco questioned how the Youth Center knows when a student missed school. Ms. Haughey stated they communicate daily with the schools.
Councilman Bosco questioned where the $4,500 is for police within the budget, and Ms. Haughey pointed out that’s included in the summer budget. She noted they’re only seeing the months for March, April, May and June.
Councilman Nelson stated it was said that students who drop out of school are welcome, however, this is a total contradiction if they’re checking to see if they went to school that day. Ms. Haughey responded if they’re enrolled in school. Councilman Nelson stated his understanding if they’re not enrolled in school, they’re eligible for the programs, therefore, they don’t have to study because they dropped out of school, and they are eligible to use the new equipment. Ms. Haughey stated if they’re studying for their GED or the diploma program, or they’re performing community service, why wouldn’t they encourage them to continue to get their education through an alternative route.
Chairman Kaupin stated the Council needs data, i.e., who are the clients attending, what are the demographics, etc... He noted such data would go a long way toward answering questions. He stated this is a great program and noted he has been to the Youth Center, and he will support this. Ms. Haughey stated they collect all these statistics. Chairman Kaupin noted the Council requested that information. Ms. Brown stated the question sent to her was for DMHAS, and data is being collected on that grant. She noted she forwarded to the Town Manager the Governor’s Urban Violence Prevention Grant which has been formally evaluated. She stated she has the data available for the Council concerning this particular grant as well as the outcomes from the last funding cycle. She noted she will get the Council data on who, in general, is being served by Youth Services.
Councilman Dumont stated if it’s the goal to prevent youth violence, and they deny problem kids, aren’t they defeating their purpose. She noted it’s nice they’re helping the good kids, but they can’t toss aside the youth with problems.
Councilman Hall stated the Social Services Department works very hard to help kids.
Councilman Crowley commended Ms. Brown for the good work she does.
Councilman Lee suggested setting up a meeting with Ms. Brown and her staff during the day so that they can spend time getting an understanding of some of the components of each program, who they’re trying to reach and how programs are being evaluated. He stated his belief this would go a long way toward helping the Town Council understand how this all works. He noted he would like this meeting to be set up within the next 30 days.
Councilman Nelson pointed out when he missed school, he didn’t go out after school. He noted a dropout can go to the Youth Center and work out. He noted this goes back to basic parenting. He stated he will not support this.
Councilman Bosco stated the paperwork brought in tonight does him no good. He noted he needed to see it earlier. He added he will not support this because he doesn’t have the paperwork.
Councilman Hall stated her belief the Social Services staff works very diligently with all kinds of youth across the spectrum. She noted they do a great job.
Councilman Edgar stated his understanding youth using this equipment are doing so with some guidance. He noted this helps to keep youth out of trouble.
Chairman Kaupin agreed with Councilman Edgar. He pointed out the majority of kids are good kids and he doesn’t believe this grant is supporting the “bad apples”. He encouraged Council members to visit the Youth Center. He suggested perhaps they should have a field trip to see what’s actually going on.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #773 adopted 7-3-0, with Councilmen Bosco, Keller and Nelson voting against the resolution.
RESOLUTION #774 by Councilman Dumont, seconded by Councilman Hall.
RESOLVED, that the Town Manager, Matthew W. Coppler, is authorized to enter into and amend contractual instruments in the name and on behalf of the Town of Enfield with the North Central Area on Aging for Adult Day Center Supportive Service Grant – 10-01-2010 to 09-30-2011 and to affix the Corporate Seal.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #774 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #775 by Councilman Dumont, seconded by Councilman Nelson.
RESOLVED, that the Town Manger, Matthew W. Coppler, is authorized to enter into and amend contractual instruments in the name and on behalf of the Town of Enfield with the North Central Area on Aging for Adult Day Center Respite Care Grant – 10-01-2010 to 09-30-2011 and to affix the Corporate Seal.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #775 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #776 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Hall.
RESOLVED, that the Town Manager, Matthew W. Coppler, is authorized to enter into and amend contractual instruments in the name and on behalf of the Town of Enfield with the Connecticut Department of Transportation for Cities and Towns for Dial-A-ride for FY 2010-FY2011 and to affix the Corporate Seal.
Councilman Lee questioned when they will take delivery on the new vehicle, and Ms. Brown estimated June, July or August. She noted this will be replacing a vehicle in the fleet.
Chairman Kaupin stated his understanding $9,700 was received for advertising on the bus. He noted the question was raised as to what else can they do for advertising besides a placard. Ms. Brown stated she has not looked into the wrapping of the bus and doesn’t know the cost involved.
Councilman Lee stated Bloomfield has Dial-A-Ride bus advertising very similar to what Connecticut Transit does. He stated after he saw this advertising, he called Greater Hartford Transit to see if it was acceptable in any of their member towns, and he believes the answer was yes. He noted he can also reach out to Bloomfield to learn who they’re working through to get that service provided. He stated he will share information with Ms. Brown.
Councilman Nelson stated the wrapping looks nice, but he’s concerned it will be very expensive. Councilman Lee pointed out the cost of wrapping is borne by the advertiser.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #776 adopted 10-0-0.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
There were no comments.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS
Councilman Nelson stated Council members have a right to their opinion, and it’s no other Councilman’s right to step on another Council member’s opinion.
Councilman Lee stated there was a CCM report out this week talking about the Governor’s revision to the budget. He noted there was talk about $170,000 less to the municipality. He stated it also talked about a $10 million dollar fund being put together for municipally shared equipment purchases. He referred to school bus routing software and equipment. Mr. Coppler noted software has been purchased. Councilman Lee stated perhaps there’s a way to recoup some of that cost and share it with other communities that Enfield’s school bus provider works with. He noted perhaps they might get a rebate.
Chairman Kaupin stated he was contacted by three residents that saw the Channel 3 news story on Wethersfield buying electricity, and the public is able to get in on the same rate as the municipality. He noted it’s significantly less than what a regular CL&P customer would buy. Mr. Coppler stated he will be talking to the Town Manager from Wethersfield about this.
Councilman Hall agreed with Councilman Nelson in that all Council members have the right to an opinion and to ask questions. She disagreed where it starts becoming a soapbox for people’s philosophical beliefs that have nothing to do with what’s being discussed. She stated she understands and respects everyone’s right to have an opinion. She agreed with Chairman Kaupin’s suggestion to visit the Youth Center to understand what’s going on.
Councilman Nelson stated he and his four children went through the Neighborhood Center. He noted he has seen fights outside the Neighborhood Center.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION #777 by Councilman Nelson, seconded by Councilman Dumont to adjourn.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #777 adopted 10-0-0, and the meeting stood adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Appended to minutes of February 16, 2010
Regular Town Council Meeting
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: Police 2100
Overtime 0100-01-0020-2100-00000-140-00 $3,651.87
FROM: Other State Revenue
Click it or Ticket Program 0100-01-0020-2100-00000-13990-000-00 $3,651.87
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of January 28, 2010.
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY: _______________________ Town Manager Date: _________
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: 2100-Police
Professional Development 0100-01-0020-2100-00000-0322-00 $1,472.00
FROM: State of Connecticut Training Fund
Other State Revenue 0100-01-000-0000-13990-00-00 $1,472.00
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of January 26, 2010.
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY: _______________________ Town Manager Date_________
Appended to minutes of February 16, 2010
Regular Town Council Meeting
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: 4500 Youth Services
Other Professional Services
0220-01-0040-4500-06079-0339-00 $3,678.37
FROM: 4500 Revenue
DMHAS-Enfield Together Coalition Grant
0220-01-0040-4500-6079-0000-00 $3,678.37
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of February 5, 2010.
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY: _____________________ Town Manager Date: __________
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: 4310 Adult Day Center
Salaries Full Time 220-01-40-4310-06070-0110-00 $ 6,000
FROM: 4310 Revenue Adult Day Center
NCAAA Supportive Service Grant 0220-01-40-4310-06070-0000-00 $6,000
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of
February 5, 2010
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY:________________________Town Manager Date:_________
Appended to minutes of February 16, 2010
Regular Town Council Meeting
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: 1700 Human resources
Other Professional Services 0100-01-0016-1700-00000-033 $4,593.00
FROM: 1700 Human Resources
Full Time Salaries 0100-01-0016-1700-00000-110 $4,593.00
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of
February 5, 2010.
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY: __________________________ Town Manager Date: ______
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: 4600 Neighborhood Services
Salaries-Temp-Seasonal 0220-01-0040-4600-13695-0130-00 $1,857
Social Security 0220-01-0040-4600-13695-0220-00 $ 116
Medicare 0220-01-0040-4600-13695-0221-00 $ 27
FROM: 4600 Neighborhood Services Revenue
Operation Fuel 0220-01-0040-4600-13695-00 $2000
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of
February 5, 2010.
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY:__________________________Town Manager Date:_________
Appended to minutes of February 16, 2010
Regular Town Council Meeting
ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. ________
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made.
TO: 4600 Neighborhood Services
Rental Land/Buildings 0220-01-0040-4600-06011-0441-00 $4,456
FROM: 4600 Neighborhood Services Revenue
FEMA Grant 0220-01-0040-4600-06011-0000-00 $4,456
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the above-stated funds are available as of 2-5-10
A. Lynn Nenni, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY:__________________________Town Manager Date:_________
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