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ENFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2004
A Regular Meeting of the Enfield Town Council was called to order by Acting-Chairman Fiore in the Council Chambers of the Enfield Town Hall, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, Connecticut on Tuesday, July 6, 2004. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.
PRAYER - The Prayer was given by Councilman Fiore.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
ROLL-CALL - Present were Councilmen Crowley, Dodd, Edgar, Egan, Fiore, Kaupin, Mangini, Peruta, and Reveruzzi. Chairman Tallarita entered at 8:35 p.m. Councilman Tait was absent. Also present were Town Manager, Scott Shanley; Assistant Town Manger, Daniel Vindigni; Town Clerk, Suzanne Olechnicki; Town Attorney, Christopher Bromson; Director of Finance, Gregory Simmons; Director of Public Works, John Kazmarski; Director of Economic Development, Raymond Warren; Director of Community Development, Peter Bryanton
FIRE EVACUATION ANNOUNCEMENT
Deputy Mayor Fiore made the fire evacuation announcement.
MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETINGS
MOTION #7282 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin to accept the minutes of the June 14, 2004 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7282 adopted 8-0-1, with Councilman Crowley abstaining.
MOTION #7283 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Dodd to accept the minutes of the June 17, 2004 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7283 adopted 8-0-1, with Councilman Crowley abstaining.
MOTION #7284 by Councilman Egan, seconded by Councilman Mangini to accept the minutes of the June 21, 2004 Special Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7284 adopted 8-0-1, with Councilman Crowley abstaining.
MOTION #7285 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Dodd to accept the minutes of the June 21, 2004 Regular Meeting.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7285 adopted 9-0-0.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Charles Woods, 11 Westerly Drive
Referring to the upcoming referendum on the athletic fields for the high schools, Mr. Woods stated a recommendation was made to the Board of Education to look at the idea of making Enfield High School a middle school. He noted if Enfield High were a middle school, they wouldn't have to do the same things to both high schools and this would stand a better chance of getting a referendum approved. He suggested this idea be further discussed with the Board of Education.
Frank Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Stated his belief there are many over-burdened taxpayers in Enfield. He questioned why professional signage can't be used to post meeting notices for Town Council and Board of Education meetings.
Jack Sheridan, 7 Buchanan Road
Supported the pavement condition index process that is used. He noted he does not support the idea of arbitrarily spreading work over areas just to obtain a vote for acceptance.
He questioned if they've heard anything new on the traffic over the South Maple Street bridge and whether they will be getting assistance from the state if it's a two-lane bridge.
Mr. Sheridan stated his belief the Town should have something in writing that says an employee will be terminated if they are driving a town vehicle when they have a suspended license.
Margaret Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Questioned whether the Fourth of July Celebration Committee ever thought about taking out insurance for this celebration. She spoke about the risks involved with firework displays.
Scott Vining, 10 Grove Road
Stated he's a little disappointed in this Council for allowing a Fourth of July Celebration to go on and this evening waiving RFP Insurance Requirements relating to this celebration. He feels this put the Town in jeopardy.
Mr. Vining stated his hope the Town does not sell the building on Main Street for $10,000 in consideration of the $96,000 owed in back taxes.
Robert Tkacz, 1300 Enfield Street
Stated his belief the Town does not maintain its own property, i.e., the Enfield High School athletic fields, track and bleachers. He noted the Town doesn't have to spend a lot of money, but rather do normal maintenance.
Mr. Tkacz stated he did a survey in the month of May regarding the library and he feels he's correct that the library doesn't need to be expanded. He noted the average number of cars in the parking lot is 30 and the total number of people in the library on an average is 18 people, plus the employees. He stated on average four to five computers are being used. He noted the average number of people in the children's section is seven. He pointed out that since the internet, 90% of research is being done at home, rather than the library. He stated since the limit of books being checked out is now unlimited, the increase of circulation would naturally be increased 55%.
Daniel Post, 10 Cartier Road
Thanked the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee for putting on a great weekend. He stated Dave Tuttle and Mark Gahr did a phenomenal job. He stated his belief the Town Green is well kept. He also thanked Dan Vindigni who works hard to make this event successful.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS & PETITIONS
Councilman Mangini stated the Council's packet included a press release from the New England Chapter of American Public Works Association. She stated this association presented the Enfield Public Works Department the Outstanding Achievement of Public Works Award for the Year 2004. She noted this award was presented at the Chapter's annual Public Works luncheon in Boston which was attended by over 500 people and the award was presented to Director of Public Works, John Kazmarski. She explained this award is given to recognize innovation by a Chapter member or organization with an emphasis on in-house projects that improve productivity, cut costs, and provide a new approach of service delivery, i.e., the accomplishment of the Road 2000 project.
Councilman Mangini thanked the Fourth of July Committee and Town staff for working so hard to put on this year's Fourth of July Town Celebration.
Councilman Kaupin requested the traffic count update on the South Maple Street bridge.
As concerns the day-to-day maintenance of Enfield High School's athletic fields, Councilman Kaupin stated this responsibility lies with the Board of Education. He stated
if the referendum passes, he will advocate maintenance of fields fall under one organization so that there's a standard across town, whether it be at a school or at a town park or playground. He stated he has advocated that responsibility fall under the Town's Building & Grounds Maintenance Department.
As concerns the insurance issue, Councilman Kaupin stated he received a quote on the new insurance on the Saturday before the Celebration. He noted that is typical because their policies run from the beginning of the event to the end of a year cycle. He pointed out the Committee still maintains a million dollar liability policy, and this was the excess liability, specifically for fireworks. He noted the firework company has an eight million dollar policy, therefore, the Town was well-protected with over $9 million dollars of insurance if an incident had happened.
Councilman Crowley congratulated the Public Works Department for their award. He went on to commend Art Pongratz, the Director of School Facilities and George Love, the Assistant Director of School Facilities for their immediate response to the bleacher situation. He noted they did a great job.
Councilman Crowley stated he attended the Enfield High School graduation ceremony, and Tom Duffy, the Principal, did a great job at that graduation.
Councilman Crowley thanked all the volunteers and the Enfield Police Department for their participation at the Town Celebration.
Councilman Crowley commended Messrs. Shanley and Vindigni and other staff involved concerning the pond work. He stated he has heard many positive remarks about the work done at the pond.
Councilman Crowley stated a very small group of men maintain all the schools and those fields. He noted this group works very hard as does the Town's maintenance department.
Acting Chairman Fiore congratulated the Public Works Department for the award they received.
Acting Chairman Fiore stated there has been no decision made by this Council as to whether or not they're going out to referendum for improvements to athletic fields.
As concerns road work, Acting Chairman Fiore stated they will be paying attention to the road pavement index. He noted this practice was successful with Road 2000 and they will follow that process in the future.
Acting Chairman Fiore stated the Town took the building on Main Street as a tax foreclosure, therefore, the Town owns that building. He noted the Town went out to bid, and as far as he knows, that's the only bid they received. He stated it's possible the Town could go out to bid again.
Acting Chairman Fiore stated the Town is not self-insured. He explained they raised their deductible by about $25,000.
TOWN MANAGER REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Shanley commended the Public Works Department and the Town Council regarding the award from the New England Chapter of American Public Works Association. He pointed out the Council supported the funding of Roads 2000 and stuck to the plan to the point where that project became very successful.
Mr. Shanley stated the Town was not uninsured. He explained the discussion that took place had to do with the margin between $9 million dollars of insurance and $13 million dollars of insurance and whether or not the additional money would provide enough of a difference.
He stated field maintenance belongs to the School Department. He pointed out those fields are over 43 years old.
As concerns how the private sector handles employees, Mr. Shanley noted the Town handles employees the same way. He noted that particular employee resigned.
Mr. Shanley referred to the South Maple Street bridge update and noted 3,150 is the average daily count that was done about three years ago. He noted it is scheduled to be counted again this year, however, the count this year would probably be inaccurate because the bridge now has a weight restriction on it and a lot of vehicles don't go that way now. He stated the question is what would the traffic be if there were no weight restriction. He noted DOT feels 3,150 was a very good count for that road. With respect to a single-lane bridge, he stated it's not black and white. He noted the key is that the bridge be built to appropriate industry standards. He stated the question is whether the industry standard in the year 2004 would be a single or two-lane bridge.
Mr. Shanley stated they will set a time and date to formally reopen the Freshwater Pond.
TOWN ATTORNEY REPORT & COMMUNICATIONS
Attorney Bromson stated he had no formal report this evening.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL
Councilman Mangini stated the Loan Review Committee had a special meeting on July 1st under the direction of Peter Bryanton, the Community Development Director. She noted Mr. Bryanton presented the Committee with a final draft of a resolution regarding the administration and financing for the loan programs. She stated the Committee was notified that a new formal committee would be formed. She noted they did receive one resignation.
Councilman Kaupin stated he received a notice from the Revitalization Strategy Committee indicating they're holding two workshops at the Bigelow Commons meeting room. He noted this Thursday they will be discussing the redevelopment options for the Higgins School. He added next Thursday they will be meeting in the Thompsonville Room to discuss the draft alternatives for the proposed New Haven/Hartford/Springfield commuter rail line. He noted anyone interested is welcome to attend and hear the discussion on those two topics.
Mr. Shanley referred to the New Haven/Springfield commuter rail study and noted there was a meeting held at DOT last week and he attended along with a member of the ERSC and the Planning staff. He noted they reviewed and discussed the final draft, and they strongly advocated a bi-state plan.
OLD BUSINESS
APPOINTMENTS (TOWN COUNCIL)
MOTION #7286 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Mangini to remove Item #13 from the table.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7286 adopted 9-0-0.
Acting Chairman Fiore stated based on the charge of the Area 25 Cable Television Advisory Committee, Enfield has only three seats and the agenda lists four seats. He pointed out Mr. Fraser is the Suffield appointment, therefore, Item #13 should be removed from the agenda.
MOTION #7287 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Egan to remove Item #13 from the agenda.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7287 adopted 9-0-0.
All other Town Council appointments remained tabled.
Items c. through f. remained tabled.
MOTION #7288 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin to remove Item g. from the table.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7288 adopted 9-0-0.
DISCUSSION RE: CONDO TRASH
Acting Chairman Fiore stated his belief the Council would like to get moving on this. He stated it's hoped the hold harmless agreements can move forward and perhaps they can review this at the first meeting in August or September. He questioned how much lead time Public Works needs from when they order the truck to when it can actually be on site. Mr. Shanley stated they are already in the ordering process. He added it takes four to six months for the delivery of the vehicle. He noted there can be a policy decision to begin implementation using other vehicles which would exempt some units where they need the front end unit.
MOTION #7289 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Edgar to retable this item.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7289 adopted 9-0-0.
Item h. remained tabled.
NEW BUSINESS
RESOLUTION #7290 by Councilman Edgar, seconded by Councilman Mangini.
RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Enfield hereby approves deferral of revaluation of real estate within the Town of Enfield to October 1, 2006, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution is being adopted in accordance with recent legislation by the State of Connecticut enabling certain towns to delay the revaluation to October 1, 2006.
Acting Chairman Fiore explained they are delaying a statistical revaluation to 2006. He noted this statistical revaluation was supposed to occur in 2005 He added by default they're also delaying the next full-blown revaluation to 2011. Mr. Shanley pointed out it's not really a delay in that it falls within the ten-year period that the law requires.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7290 adopted 9-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7291 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Mangini.
Peter Bryanton, Director of Community Development, stated the Loan Review Committee reviewed this draft. Mr. Shanley stated the only change from the last meeting to this meeting was in the term of office.
Mr. Bryanton stated the actual program application and guidelines won't be ready until August 1st.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7291 adopted 9-0-0.
Item c. will appear under Old Business on the next regular meeting agenda.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
MOTION #7292 by Councilman Kaupin, seconded by Councilman Mangini to suspend the rules to address Items 13 a. through k. to Miscellaneous this evening.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7292 adopted 9-0-0.
DISCUSSION/RESOLUTION RE: CONSENT AGENDA DISCUSSION
Councilman Kaupin stated in some instances councils or governing bodies can develop a consent agenda vs. going into every specific issue, i.e., they can pass one resolution to accept several items. Mr. Shanley explained they would get all the information in advance. He noted if a council member has an issue with an item, they can vote to remove that item from the consent agenda so that there can be further discussion on that particular item.
Councilman Kaupin questioned whether the Council would be interested in developing something like this as a procedure. He stated his belief their Council rules would have to change. He noted the Town Manager's office can develop information and present it to the Council in August.
Councilman Egan stated her belief this was done with previous Councils about ten or fifteen years ago. She added her belief this is something that the Council could look into, particularly as it relates to those very minor transfers.
Councilman Edgar questioned if they might be doing a disservice to the general public by lumping items together.
Councilman Reveruzzi stated his belief they should look into this. He agreed there might have to be changes in their procedures in order to provide for this type of activity. He pointed out information can be provided as part of the agenda. He noted this practice could move the meeting along and make it more efficient.
Councilman Mangini stated the Council should look at their current rules and procedures to see if there's anything that identifies this.
Councilman Edgar stated he's not sure the Charter allows this, and he would like the Town Attorney to look into this.
Mr. Shanley stated during the Town Clerk's tenure, they did have a consent agenda. As concerns transfers, there's usually a dollar cutoff, i.e., higher transfers don't belong on a consent agenda. He added they can do more research on this and bring this back for more discussion.
MISCELLANEOUS
RESOLUTION #7293 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Dodd.
WHEREAS, the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Inc. learned less than six (6) days before the commencement of the 2004 Fourth of July Town Celebration that in order to obtain excess insurance coverage they would be subject to drastic premium rate increases, which are cost prohibitive that may possibly cause their organization to become financially insolvent and place the future of the Annual Fourth of July Town Celebration in jeopardy; and
WHEREAS, members of the Enfield Town Council have expressed their desire to assist the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Inc. by taking those steps necessary to enable the Fourth of July Town Celebration to occur; and
WHEREAS, members of the Enfield Town Council have expressed the sentiment that it will be against the best interests of the Town of Enfield to require adherence to the excess insurance coverage this year due to the sudden and unanticipated increase in excess insurance premium rates offered to the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Inc since such action may deprive the community from enjoying the Annual Fourth of July Celebration on the Enfield Town Green;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that due to the sudden and unanticipated increase in excess insurance premium rates offered to the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Inc. the Enfield Town Council does hereby waive the excess insurance requirements previously specified in the REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO PLAN, ORGANIZE, AND IMPLEMENT THE TOWN-WIDE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION FOR 1996, 1997, AND 1998 dated October 17, 1995; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this waiver is applicable for the 2004 Fourth of July Town Celebration with the understanding that representatives from the Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee, Inc. will meet with Staff from the Town of Enfield to explore options to resolve this issue for subsequent celebrations and submit their determination to the Town Council for their review and approval.
Present for this discussion was Lisa Semple, Treasurer for Fourth of July Town Celebration Committee.
Councilman Edgar stated he does not understand the last minute notice from the insurance carrier in that this insurance wasn't available. He noted in prior dealings with other insurance agencies, they had an answer within a couple days. Ms. Semple stated the Committee was also shocked with the short notice. She added they did not anticipate there being any issues. She noted the person they usually deal with is no longer with the company, and she's not sure if that played any part in this. She stated they will be reviewing the whole insurance issue and try to find a better rate.
Chairman Tallarita stated his belief a great event was put on this year.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7293 adopted 8-0-2, with Councilmen Edgar and Kaupin abstaining.
RESOLUTION #7294 by Councilman Fiore, seconded by Councilman Egan.
RESOLVED, that the Town Manager, Scott Shanley, is empowered to enter into and amend contractual instruments in the name and on behalf of the Town of Enfield with the State of Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, Policy Development and
Planning Division for the Youth Service Bureau Breaking Down Barriers Grant - 07-01-2004 to 06-30-2005 and to affix the Corporate Seal.
Councilman Fiore questioned if this is in addition to the Youth Services Grant just approved in the prior budget that took effect a couple days ago. Mr. Shanley responded yes. Councilman Fiore questioned if there was an inkling that they were going to be getting this grant back in May when preparing the budget. He also questioned how they will handle the police overtime pay. He noted answers can be provided to these questions over the summer.
Mr. Shanley pointed out this is not a budget transfer, but rather it's authorization to accept the grant. He added they've made note of these questions, and they will provide some answers.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7294 adopted 8-0-1, with Councilman Edgar abstaining. Councilman Kaupin was absent at the vote.
RESOLUTION #7295 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Edgar.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: Town Attorney
Acct. #1300-120 Salaries, Part Time $605.00
FROM: Acct. #8030-840 Contingency $605.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $605.00 is available from Account #8030-840 as of 6/30/2004.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7295 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7296 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : Youth Services
Account #4500-110 Salaries Full Time $1,645.00
FROM: Youth Center
Account #4510-120 Salaries Part Time $1,645.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $1,645.00 is available from Account #4510-120 Part Time Salaries as of July 1, 2004.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Councilman Fiore stated the auditor brought up the point that if everyone who was eligible to leave left at the same time, they could have an accrued sick/vacation time amounting to around $900,000. Mr. Shanley noted this is an area that should be funded. He noted this transfer is within the division and within another salary line item.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7296
adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7297 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Fiore.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : Neighborhood Services-Rental Land & Bldgs.
#4600-06011-441 FEMA phase XXII $1,694.00
FROM: FEMA Grant
#0220-01-0040-4600-06011 $1,694.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $1,694.00 is available from Account #0220-01-0040-4600-06011 as of June 30, 2004.
Mr. Shanley stated these are monies for emergency relocation, i.e., a house fire. He noted they then apply for that reimbursement to the federal government through FEMA.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7297 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7298 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: Account 1700-339 $1,767.00
Personnel-Other Professional Services
FROM: Account 1700-580 $1,767.00
Personnel - Travel
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $1,767.00 is available from Account #1700-580 as of 6/29/04.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Councilman Mangini questioned the justification statement, and Mr. Shanley stated this paid for a detailed, verbatim transcript.
Councilman Edgar questioned if this is the entire cost. Mr. Shanley assumed it's half the cost.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7298 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7299 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : DIAL-A-RIDE $3,444.00
4120-110 Salaries Full Time
4120-132 Substitutes $ 407.00
$3,851.00
FROM: DIAL-A-RIDE $3,851.00
4120-432 Equipment
Replacement
CERTIFICATION:
I hereby certify the amount of $3,851.00 is available from Account #4120-432 Equipment Replacement as of July 1, 2004.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Councilman Fiore noted everything is dated July 1, 2004 and he questioned if this means the 2004-2005 budget. Mr. Shanley responded no, this is just the processing date. He noted their effort is clean up as much as they can for year end.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7299 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7300 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Dodd.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : Account No. 1300-0332 $6,000
Town Attorney
Legal
FROM: Account No. 1300-0820 $6,000
Town Attorney
Judgments
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $6,000 is available from Account #1300-0820 as of 6/21/04.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7300 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7301 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Fiore.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter the following transfer is hereby made:
TO : Water Pollution Control
Acct. #3500-220 Social Security $6,000.00
Acct. #3500-221 Medicare 750.00
$6,750.00
FROM : Water Pollution Control
Acct. #3500-450 Construction Serv. $6,750.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $6,750.00 is available from Account #3500-450 as of June 17, 2004.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Councilman Fiore suggested the Director of Finance review this operation to recalculate to make sure they don't come out short next year.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7301 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7302 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: DPW-Highway
Acct. #3700-110 Salaries, Full Time $56,000.00
Acct. #8020-190 Employee Separation Pay $10,000.00
$66,000.00
FROM: Acct. #8030-840 Contingency $66,000.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $66,000.00 is available from Account #8030-840 as of June 30, 2004.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Councilman Edgar questioned the number of employees, and Mr. Shanley responded two.
Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7302 adopted 10-0-0.
RESOLUTION #7303 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin.
RESOLVED, that in accordance with Chapter VI, Section 8(f) of the Town Charter, the following transfer is hereby made:
TO: Police
Acct. #2100-110 Salaries, Full Time $82,000.00
FROM: Acct. #8030-930 P/R Collective Bargaining $82,000.00
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the amount of $82,000.00 is available from Account #8030-930 as of 6/30/2004.
/s/ Gregory Simmons, Director of Finance
Councilman Edgar questioned the number of employees, and Mr. Shanley responded two.
Councilman Edgar questioned what control do they have on the amount of vacation time that some of these people are allowed to carry over as well as holidays and other time. Mr. Shanley noted they can't carry over holidays or personal time. He noted different bargaining unit agreements regulate differently. Councilman Edgar stated he is looking for some kind of control regarding the carry over of vacation time.
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Upon a ROLL-CALL vote being taken, the Chair declared RESOLUTION #7303 adopted 10-0-0.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Margaret Jedziniak, 232 Abbe Road
Questioned if the Town Attorney was consulted about the waiving of the insurance. She went on to state her belief the Town should have had the extra insurance above the $1 million dollars.
Jack Sheridan, 7 Buchanan Road
Stated his belief current employees should have to sign something stating they are legally licensed.
As concerns his earlier comments about the road pavement index, Mr. Sheridan noted there were comments about this at an earlier meeting.
COUNCILMEN COMMUNICATIONS
As concerns Ms. Jedziniak's question about whether the Town Attorney's Office was consulted, Chairman Tallarita stated the Town Attorney's Office was consulted regarding the insurance issue. He added the Council considered all of the ramifications of the situation when making their decision.
MOTION #7304 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Dodd to go into Executive Session to discuss Personnel Matters, Pending Litigation, Collective Bargaining and Real Estate Negotiations.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7304 adopted 10-0-0, and the meeting stood recessed at 9:10 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Executive Session of the Enfield Town Council was called to order by Chairman Tallarita at 9:12 p.m.
ROLL-CALL - Present were Councilmen Crowley, Dodd, Edgar, Egan, Fiore, Kaupin, Mangini, Peruta, Reveruzzi, and Tallarita. Also present were Town Manager, Scott Shanley; Assistant Town Manager, Daniel Vindigni; Town Clerk, Suzanne Olechnicki; Town Attorney, Christopher Bromson; Director of Finance, Gregory Simmons.
Personnel Matters, Pending Litigation, Collective Bargaining and Real Estate Negotiations were discussed with no action or votes being taken.
Chairman Tallarita adjourned the Executive Session at 9:48 p.m. He reconvened the Special Meeting at 9:49 p.m. and stated during Executive Session they discussed
Personnel Matters, Pending Litigation, Collective Bargaining and Real Estate Negotiations with no action or votes being taken.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION #7305 by Councilman Mangini, seconded by Councilman Kaupin to adjourn.
Upon a SHOW-OF-HANDS vote being taken, the Chair declared MOTION #7305 adopted 10-0-0, and the meeting stood adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
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