Selectman's Minutes

Bondi called the meeting to order at the TH at 7:00 P.M. Moriarty and Duval were present.

Acceptance of Minutes – June 7^th, 2006: Duval moved to accept the minutes as submitted. Approved unanimously.

Public Comments/Reports: Ed Schwing mentioned there are 10 trees at the Great Hill Sports Complex on Jail Hill Road that looks like they are dying. Selectman Duval stated Bartlett Trees went to check the trees and they are not dead, but have been affected by two different bugs. Bartlett sprayed the trees and stated this would take care of the bugs. The trees will come back. Bartlett suggested a two step spraying program for next year, one in May and the other in late June. The spray Bartlett is using will also take care of ticks.

Additions/Transfers, Encumbrances – Fire Dept., Financial Coordinator: Bondi read a letter from the HVFD asking to encumber $16,000 line item #71-90027 for a diesel/gasoline fuel storage tank for the HNFD. The tank is on order and will be delivered after this fiscal year. The cost of the tank will cost $6,000. The fire dept. asked the BOS if they could use the extra funds to replace the third floor linoleum in Haddam Neck. The BOS referred the request to the BOF who requested three bids for this project. The fire dept. has two bids and is waiting for the third. Bondi corrected his letter and stated that when this is approved, the Business Office will request the bids, not the BOF.

Duval moved to encumber the remainder of the funds left in line item #71-90027. Approved unanimously.

The following items in the Capital Improvement Plan have not been completed this year and therefore, the remaining balances need to be carried forward into the 2006/2007 Fiscal year Budget per the Financial Coordinator.

Moriarty moved to approve the above encumbrances and forward to the BOF for consideration. Approved unanimously.

Duval moved to make additions in the following electric lines and forward to the BOF for consideration:

$10,000 from Regular Labor – Line Item #12-30000 to Overtime Line Item #13-3001.

$6,000 from Material – Line Item #69-30500 to Gas and Oil – Line Item #60-30502.

$13,600 from Contractors – Line Item #36-32502 and $30,667 from MSW Disposal Fee – Line Item #63-33502 to Sand – Line Item #68-32500.

$3,000 from MSW Disposal Fee – Line Item #63-33502 to Salt – Line Item #68-32501.

$2,000 from Minor Equipment/Repair – Line Item #54-30501 to Plow Blades/Sanders – Line Item #66-32503.

$900 from Household Hazardous Waste – Line Item #63-33508 to Senior Van Fuel – Line Item #60-41502.

Matthew B. & Kelly J. McCoy - $10 on RE Taxes Map 56 Lot 012A-1 – excess payments.

Brian K. & Edith L. Goldsmith - $9 on RE Taxes Map59 Lot 22 – excess payments.

Appointments – Planning & Zoning Commission: Bondi moved to appoint Mal Gorin, who is currently an Alternate on the P&ZC, to a full member at the request of the P&Z Chairman to fill the vacancy of Mike LaFleur. Approved unanimously. After a brief discussion it was suggested when doing the agendas, that resignations be posted first before appointments. This will be done on future agendas.

Resignations – Planning & Zoning Commission: Bondi moved to accept the resignation of Mike LaFleur, as an alternate on P&Z, effective immediately. The BOS thanked Mr. LaFleur for his efforts. Approved unanimously.

New Business – Animal Control Officer: Bondi stated Janet Johnson had been the Animal Control Officer for the town for many years, and recently passed away. Bob Johnson, Janet’s son, stated he would be willing to take over the position, but after trying it for a few days decided he didn’t want the position.

April Leiler, Animal Control Officer in Cheshire, contacted Bondi to see if he would be interested in hiring her for that position. She came in for an interview and has all the credentials for the position. The agreement Bondi made with her is that she would have a 60 day trial period. The telephone for the Animal Control Officer will now be at the Town Office Building (345-8531 Ext. 218). She will call daily to check her voice messages. Sue Kautz, at no cost, has been back up for Janet in the past. She is still interested in backing up the new Animal Control Officer. The Dog Pound is on school property and has nothing to do with the Johnson property. The Animal Control Officer’s vehicle will be left at the Town Garage inside the fence when not in use. She will begin work on July 1^st, 2006. Moriarty moved to hire April Leiler as the Animal Control Officer at the recommendation of Bondi for 60 days conditionally. After 30 days if she doesn’t want the position, Bondi will have the other 30 days to look for a replacement. Approved unanimously.

Bondi opened the meeting at 7:00 P.M. at the TH. Moriarty and Duval were present.

Acceptance of Minutes – May 3^rd Regular Meeting, May 3^rd Special Joint Meeting with BOF, May 17^th Regular Meeting, and May 17^th Special Joint Meeting with BOF: Bondi moved to accept the minutes as submitted. Moriarty and Bondi – yes. Motion carried.

Correct Minutes of March 15^th, 2006: In the following sentence, under Old Business change the word Veteran’s to Contractor’s. “The asphalt is only temporary at the gazebo, until the Veteran’s finish their project, then it will be finished. Bondi moved to accept the minutes as corrected. Approved unanimously.

Correspondence: March of Dimes Request to Use Town Roads: Bondi moved to allow the March of Dimes to use our town roads for their Annual Bikers for Babies event to take place on September 10, 2006. The ride will begin at the Middletown Elks and travel to Westbrook. The ride will begin at 11:00 A.M. and finish by 1:00 P.M. Approved unanimously.

Solicitations and thanks from two residents. Bondi stated this is a confidential matter and will be discussed at a later time.

Annual Block Party on Little Fawn Trail: Bondi received a request from Tanja Moriarty from the residents on Little Fawn Trail to close the cul de sac for their Annual Block Party which will be held on June 10, 2006 from 2:00 – 7:00 P.M. Bondi & Duval – yes. Moriarty – abstained. Motion carried.

Additions/Transfers: Land Use Office Filing Cabinets Request: Bondi received a request from the Land Use Office Coordinator to replace the filing system in that department. The current files are old and have broken latches, tracks and many of the cabinets are inoperable. They need to go to three different areas to locate the history of a parcel. All files should be in one area. Also, the current system takes up too much floor space that could be utilized for other things.

Three bids were received to purchase the filing cabinets. The first bid was from Dupont Systems, Cheshire, CT for $21,679. They are Aurora Mobile Storage Systems cabinets. This system will provide ease of operation, room to house all files in one location, and a good and visible labeling system with room for expansion. The other two bids received did not compare with this system.

Bondi moved to award the bid to Dupont Systems in the amount of $21,679 for the Aurora Mobile Store System at the request of the Land Use Coordinator. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to transfer $9,000 from line item #12-12504 (ZEO/WEO) and to transfer $5,000 from line item #36-8004 (Field Inspector) to line item #54-08001 Equipment and Supplies. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to add $7,679 to line item 54-08001 (Equipment and Supplies). Approved unanimously.

Tax Refunds: Bondi moved to refund the following: Rudolph & Helen Marica - $10.00 overpayment on R.E. Taxes, Map 31 Lot 041-1.

Resignations: Planning & Zoning Commission Alternate: Bondi moved to accept the resignation of Steve Kanaras as P&ZC Alternate, effective immediately, with regret. Approved unanimously.

Appointments – P&ZC Alternate, Conservation Commission, Cell Tower Committee, Abandoned Vehicle Enforcement Committee, and Youth Center: Bondi moved to appoint Malcolm Gorin to the P&ZC as an alternate to replace Steve Kanaras, effective immediately, term to expire November 20, 2007. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to appoint Walter Bragoni to the Conservation Commission, effective immediately, term to expire May 1, 2009. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to appoint Lennie Leibenhaut to the Cell Tower Committee, effective immediately, at the request of the committee. The committee has requested two more members. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to appoint an Abandoned Inoperable and Unregistered Motor Vehicle Enforcement Committee as follows: Joe Rossi and Ray Talamelli to work in conjunction with the ZEO. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to appoint Fern Tremblay, Building Official, to the Youth Center Committee as a Consultant to the Board of Directors. Tremblay cannot become an official member because he does not reside in Haddam. Approved unanimously.

Old Business: Streetscape – Bondi stated he will be meeting with Mike Fortuna, Clerk of the Works, for the project to go over the punch list on items that have not been completed. Bondi and Fortuna will figure out if they should have the contractor come back and finish the job, hire our own people or pull the bond.

Bondi announced that the conveyance bill has been passed by the House and Senate and is awaiting the Governor’s signature to lift the deed restrictions on the Eco Tourism Center. After Bondi receives final approval, he will contact two commercial appraisers to see what the fair market value would be to sell the property.

Banquet Facility – Bondi stated the owners of the property had asked the State DEP if they could alter the landscape for a river view. The State did approve that request. The owners have also asked for a tax abatement for the first few years. Bondi stated before any abatement can be made, the request must go to a Public Hearing and then Town Meeting for final approval. Ed Schwing stated if you start giving abatements after the work has been started, you are setting precedence, and other businesses will follow suit. Bondi stated there is a State Statute that if you fall within a certain threshold, the town must have to consider the abatement.

New Business – Award Bids for Lawn Care, Gas/Diesel, and Heating Oil: Lawn Care Bid for the Town Mowing – Two bids were received, one from Barton’s Landscaping in the amount of $7,800 and the other from Langer Contractors LLC for $8,100. Bondi moved to hire Barton’s Landscaping for the fiscal year July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007. Bondi stated Barton had done some damage to town property in the past, but is willing to give him another chance. Bondi stated if any problems arise, he will stop the contract and award the bid to Langer. Duval and Bondi – yes. Moriarty – abstained. Motion carried.

Great Hills Sports Complex Fertilization Bid: One bid was received from Chuck Sherwood in the amount of $10,450.00 for fertilization, pest grub control, vegetation and fall maintenance of baseball fields. Bondi received a letter from Craig Anderson, Chairman of Haddam Park & Recreation Commission in support of hiring Chuck Sherwood. He is the current contractor and has done a fantastic job. Bondi moved to hire Chuck Sherwood for the fiscal year July 1, 2006 – June 30, 2007. Bondi and Moriarty – approved. Duval – abstained. Motion carried.

Great Hills Sports Complex Mowing and Detention Pond: Three bids were received as follows: Langer Contractors LLC - $12,460 and $650 per occurrence for detention pond, Barton’s Landscaping - $12,000 – did not give price for detention pond, and In Full Bloom - $17,000 and $650 per occurrence for the detention pond. Barton put a cap on the number of mowings and Langer did not. Bondi moved to award the bid to Langer Contractors, LLC. Bondi received a letter of support from the Haddam Park & Recreation Commission in support of Langer, who is the current contractor. They are very pleased with his mowing and have never received any complaints about his work. Bondi and Moriarty – approved. Duval – abstained. Motion carried.

Gas Bid: Three bids were received for 87 octane gas for fiscal year July 1, 2006 – June 30, 2007 as follows: Tuxis Ohr’s $.064, HOP Commercial - $.25, and East River Energy - $.1049. All of these prices are above the New Haven Harbor Average. Bondi moved to award the bid to Tuxis Ohr’s. Approved unanimously.

Diesel Bid: Two bids were received for diesel fuel for the fiscal year July 1, 2006 – June 30, 2007, one from Tuxis Ohr’s in the amount of $.089 and the other from East River Energy for $.0774. Duval moved to award the bid to East River Energy. Approved unanimously.

Heating Oil Bid: Three bids were received for #2 Heating Oil for the fiscal year July 1, 2006 – June 30, 2007 as follows:

Tuxis Ohr’s - $.08 over N.H. Harbor Average – prepaid based on 20,000 gallons - $2.50 and Service Agreement per unit - $645.

HOP Commercial Fuel - $.25 over N.H. Harbor Average – prepaid $2.519 and Service Agreement per unit - $375.

East River Energy - $.0849 over N.H. Harbor Average, $2.3759 prepaid, Service Agreement - $700.

Bondi moved to add to the agenda, under New Business, Award Copier Machine Bids. Approved unanimously.

Abatement of Taxes – 14 Little Meadow Road: Bondi received a letter from the State DEP requesting the property at 14 Little Meadow Road be classified as tax exempt. New England Maritime Corp. sold the property to the State, DEP, on March 27, 2006. New England Maritime is entitled a refund of $5,495.76 on the 2004 Grand List. The total tax abatement of taxes on the 2005 Grand List is $23,825.76. Bondi moved to refund New England Maritime Corp. $5,495.76 for the 2004 GL and abate taxes in the amount of $23,825.76 on the 2005 GL. Approved unanimously.

Award Copier Machine Bids: Three bids were received for copy machines for the Receptionist and the Land Use Office as follows: Copy Rite - $14,016, Copy Rite Demo Models - $11,292, Supreme Copy - $12,616, A&A Office System - $17,450 and CBS - $17,198. At the request of the Financial Coordinator, Bondi moved to award the bid to Copy Rite, Demo Models. These machines have fewer than 25 copies on them and include a 90 day warranty. There is also a copy agreement based on 100,000 copies for $850. The money for these machines has already been budgeted for in the Capital Plan. Duval stated when talking about the data to be updated to the website, they were talking about PDF files. Some copiers will scan and give you a PDF file. Duval wanted to know if these machines have that capability. Bondi called the Financial Coordinator from the meeting and she will check into. If software is needed for the PDF files, the price will not exceed the budgeted amount. Should it exceed the budgeted amount, the demos as presented, will be purchased. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to add to the agenda, under Correspondence, solicitations and thanks from two residents. This issue is confidential and will be discussed at a later time. Approved unanimously.

Selectmen’s Meeting – May 17, 2006

Bondi opened the meeting at 6:05 P.M. at the Fire House. Moriarty and Duval were present.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Acceptance of Minutes – May 3^rd Regular Meeting and May 3^rd Special Meeting with Board of Finance: Moriarty moved to accept the minutes as submitted. Approved unanimously.

Public Comments/Reports: None.

Regional District #17 – Board of Education Report: None.

Correspondence: None.

Additions/Transfers – Fire Dept and Parade Committee: In the Fire Department’s Budget – Bondi moved to transfer $150 from Office & Misc Line Item #61-20010 to Rubbish Removal Line Item #56-2008. Approved unanimously.

In the Parade Committee’s Budget – Bondi moved to transfer the following line items:

Parade Field Music – Line Item #42-11003 - $25.00

Flags – Line Item #42-11004 - $155.00

Flag Holders – Line Item #42-11005 - $25.00

Wreaths – Line Item #42-11007 - $100.00

Transportation – Line Item #42-11010 - $50.00

All of the above transferred to the Higganum Green - Line Item #42-11008. They are requesting this transfer to purchase bronze nameplates for the Korean War Plaque on the Green. The nameplates are $160 each. Both of the above requests will be forwarded to the BOF for consideration. Approved unanimously.

Tax Refunds: Bondi moved to approve the following refunds: Steven Waller - $1,178.16 – an adjustment from the Board of Assessment Appeals on a 1996 Freig.

Martha Cosgrove - $171.84 on property located at Map 4 Lot 3-23. Taxes paid prior to corrections.

Laurie Mornhineway - $11.38 on a 2005 Toyota overpayment after BAA adjustment.

All of the above approved unanimously.

Appointments: None.

Resignations: None.

Old Business: Bob Duval asked about the bump outs on Route 81. Bondi stated there will be crosswalks at the bump outs.

Bondi stated the roof at the Veteran’s Museum has been completed.

Bondi has asked the Maintenance Coordinator to obtain prices for reroofing the Youth Center.

The Town Office Building roof will be starting soon.

There is money in the Capital Plan to reroof Fire Station #3 on Route 81.

Duval asked when the summer hours at the Transfer Station will begin. Bondi stated in June.

Bondi stated there are several areas in town of residents having problems with kids riding ATV’s and dirt bikes at very high speeds. These areas are Maple Avenue, Rutty Ferry Road and Camp Bethel Road. Bondi has asked the Resident Troopers to patrol these areas.

The Jail Hill Road property is progressing slowly on transferring the deed.

Eco Tourism Center – Bondi stated the Special Act to eliminate the deed restrictions was passed in the House and is now going to the Senate then to the Governor’s Office for final approval. The Center will be appraised after Bondi receives confirmation the Bill passed.

New Business – Tax Collector – Proposal for On Line Payment Service: Mary Nork, Tax Collector, was present to explain this proposal. Nork stated this is a proposal from Metropolitan Communications, LLC (MCC) which will allow residents to make payments over the internet. This will allow tax payers to review their bills on a secured website and retrieve their own information with their own password. They will be able to decide what bills to pay either directly from their bank accounts or they can use a credit card. There is a fee of 25 cents per bill. Credit card fees are administered through the credit company and the fees would not be given to the town. This proposal would be effective to pay taxes on July 1, 2006. MCC would give the Tax Collector a pamphlet to insert in the tax bills. Nork would also publicize the process in the newspapers and Haddam Bulletin. This would provide tax payers another option to pay their taxes. Bondi thanked Nork for the presentation. Bondi asked Nork to come back after the first cycle of tax payments to let the board know how it is working out. Duval moved to allow the First Selectman to enter into an agreement with MCC and the Tax Collector commencing July 1, 2006. Approved unanimously.

Duval moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 P.M. Approved unanimously.

Minutes taken by – Alice Zanelli

Selectmen’s Meeting – May 3, 2006

Bondi called the meeting to order at 6:34 P.M. at the TH. Moriarty and Duval were present.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Acceptance of Minutes – April 19, 2006: Duval moved to accept the minutes as submitted. Approved unanimously.

Public Comments/Reports – HK Recreation Authority Budget: Harvey Clew was present to give an update on CY. He is a representative on the Citizens Decommissioning Advisory Committee (CDAC). The plant will finish demolition this year, hopefully, by the end of August, but definitely by the end of the year. The area will become a storage site with monitoring of ground water and radio activity. CDAC will convert to a smaller group, meeting only twice a year, following the model of Maine Yankee and Yankee Rowe. They will focus on representatives from towns and the State. No one will be let go on the committee. There is a Haddam Rep, but they are looking for a Haddam Neck resident to serve. Clew stated the charters of Maine and Yankee Rowe state the downsized group will advocate for the removal of the fuel. Clew stated the anti-nuclear people don’t want the fuel moved because they think it is too dangerous. Clew stated there will be a new charter on this and the BOS should look at it closely.

HK Recreation Authority Budget: Bondi read a letter he wrote with JoAnn Woickelman, Chairman of the Board of Finance, that was sent to the Killingworth Board of Finance and their members asking them to re-instate their funds for the HK Rec Authority.

Correspondence – Underage Drinking Ordinance: Bondi stated the Underage Drinking Bill was passed by the House of Representatives. It will now go to the Governor for her signature. If the Governor signs it, the bill will become effective on October 1, 2006.

Additions/Transfers – Building Official: Duval moved to add $1,500 to the Building Official’s Budget to the Supplemental Payroll Line #24009 to cover expenses to the end of the fiscal year. This request is to cover the cost to cover the Building Official’s Office when he or his assistant is absent. This request will be forwarded to the BOF for consideration. Approved unanimously.

Tax Refunds: Bondi moved to approve the following refunds: Kathleen Waz - $5.29 - overpayment on a 92 Acur Integra.

Ford Motor Credit Co. - $356.41 – excess payment on a 2002 Ford Explorer.

Both of the above approved unanimously.

Appointments – Wetlands Commission: Moriarty moved to reappoint the following to the Wetland’s Commission for another three-year term: Eileen D’Amico, Geoffrey Hammerson and Paul Best. Approved unanimously.

Youth Center: Bondi explained that the current Board of Directors of the Youth Center have all decided to move on to other things, but he has some interested people who wish to try their hand. Bondi moved to appoint Patty Cronin and Jeff Whiteley as Board Members and Debi Whiteley as the Director of the Youth Center. The previous board will stay on to help with the transition. Approved unanimously.

Conservation Commission: Bondi moved to reappoint the following to the Conservation Commission for another three-year term: Scott Tucker and Thomas Worthley. Approved unanimously.

Resignations: None.

Old Business – 7-13 Pumper: Bondi stated there will be a Special BOS Meeting tonight after the Public Hearing on the Budget to discuss problems with delivery of this fire truck. It will be discussed in Executive Session with the Town Attorney and BOF Members present.

New Business – Award Alarm System at Veteran’s Museum: Bondi stated three bids have been received, Sonitrol - $6,196, ADT - $6,145 and Monitor Controls, Inc. - $4,199. Bondi moved to award the bid to put an alarm system in at the Veteran’s Museum to Monitor Controls, Inc. in the amount of $4,199. Approved unanimously.

Bondi gave the BOS paperwork to look over for the next meeting regarding the tax office and paying taxes online.

Bondi moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:55 P.M. Approved unanimously.

Minutes taken by – Alice Zanelli

Selectmen’s Meeting – April 19, 2006

Bondi called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. at the TH. Moriarty and Duval were present.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Acceptance of Minutes – April 5^th, 2006: Duval moved to approve the minutes as submitted. Approved unanimously.

Public Comments/Reports – Announce Town Meeting Date: Bondi announced there will be a Town Meeting on April 26^th at 7P.M. at the Town Hall for two issues. The first is to vote to approve the purchase of a vacuum truck in the amount of $165,948 and allow the First Selectman to enter into a 5 year lease purchase agreement with DaimlerChrysler with accrued interest of $19,351.20 for a total of $185,299.20. The other issue is to add $24,000 from Contingency to the Audit Line for additional hours it took to complete the annual audit.

Harvey Clew asked about Earth Day. He stated there will be a collecting of electronics, but wanted to know where it would take place. Bondi did not know, but would find out. Moriarty told Clew there is a site on the internet called Recycle.org for recycling of electronic items. Bondi will call Midstate Regional Planning to find out where this will take place.

Regional District #17 – Board of Education Report: None at this time.

Correspondence – Letter from Chamber of Commerce re: The Middlesex County Revitalization Commission (MCRC): Bondi read a letter from MCRC asking for the Town of Haddam for a representative to be on this Commission. Selectman Duval took the letter to review and to call the Chamber with any questions. If Duval is not interested, Bondi will serve.

Additions/Transfers: None.

Tax Refunds: Bondi moved to approve the following refunds: Gerald Peplau - $113.24 on a 96 Chevy – vehicle sold.

Steven A. Rocco - $128.62 on a 93 SAA – vehicle sold.

Servotech, Inc. - $162.38 on a 2000 Ford Ranger – vehicle sold.

All of the above were approved unanimously.

Appointments: None.

Resignations: None.

Old Business – Streetscape: Bondi stated the construction company has begun working on the streetscape. There will be a meeting on Monday, April 24, 2006 to go over the punch list and decide what the next step will be.

Town Office Building – Roof: Bondi stated the supplies have been delivered and work will begin as soon as the Veteran’s Museum is finished.

Fire House Lighting: Bondi stated the last two posts are being installed and the three lights that were not working will be corrected. They will also be installing the foot lighting to complete the project.

Under Age Drinking Ordinance: Moriarty asked Bondi for an update. Bondi stated the House of Representatives has approved the bill which would close the loop hole. It is now in the Senate for final approval. If they approved this the town will not have to have an ordinance, we will be covered by the State Statute. The sessions will be over shortly. Bondi will report after the session ends.

Moriarty reported there will be a reception/recital for the piano that was donated to the Parmelee Senior Center at High Meadow. Several organizations and private donations were received to purchase an upright piano for the seniors to utilize. The recital will be May 26, 2006 at 5:30 P.M. at High Meadow. Individuals who know how to play will be invited to do so. Moriarty thanked Bondi for leading the pledge to purchase the piano.

New Business – The Metropolitan District Agreement: This is an annual agreement between the Metropolitan District and the Town for removal of hazardous household waste collection. The Town will be charged $48 per Haddam participating household. Bondi moved to allow the First Selectman to enter into the agreement with The Metropolitan District. Duval asked if waste can be taken to the other towns in the district and not have to wait until the fall when Haddam has its own date. Bondi was not sure, so the District will be called to find out the particulars. Approved unanimously.

Bondi wished Tony Nericcio, CY Representative, well on his retirement. Nericcio will be retiring the 1^st of May. Bondi stated he has enjoyed working with Nericcio over the past seven years and wished him well. Nericcio wished the town good luck. He has really felt like part of the Town of Haddam even though he lives in Portland.

Moriarty moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 P.M. Approved unanimously.

Minutes taken by – Alice Zanelli

Selectmen’s Meeting – April 5, 2006

Bondi opened the meeting at 6:35 P.M. Moriarty was present. Duval arrived at 7:00 P.M.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Acceptance of Minutes – March 29^th, 2006: Bondi moved to accept the minutes as submitted. Moriarty, Bondi – yes. Motion carried.

Regional District #17 – Board of Education Report: None at this time.

Correspondence: None.

Additions/Transfers – Building Department: Bondi moved to add $150 to Line Item #24005 Dues & Membership, in the Building Department’s Budget. This request will cover the fees until the end of the fiscal year for meetings that the Building Official must attend. Moriarty, Bondi – yes. Motion carried.

Tax Refunds: Bondi moved to refund the following: Christopher Bell - $95.69 R.E. Tax. Payment got lost in the mail – Post marked 2/1/06, didn’t receive it until 3/27/06.

Harold L. Dean, Jr. - $28.25 R. E. Tax – payment lost in mail – received 2/22/06.

Frederick Johnson or Renee Johnson Karas - $462.21 duplicate plates on a 04 Chevy.

Randall L. Hale - $95.58 1990 Audi totaled.

All of the above approved unanimously by Moriarty and Bondi.

Appointments: None.

Resignations: None.

Old Business: Streetscape: Bondi stated the project will begin again in a few weeks. There are items on a punch list that need to be completed.

Firehouse: The remainder of the lights in the driveway will be put up within the next few weeks and the three that have not been connected will be.

The roofs and gutters on the Veteran’s Museum and the Town Office Building will be started in the near future.

Underage Drinking Ordinance: Bondi will submit new information to the Town Attorney to review and this request will go to another Public Hearing.

New Business – Award Vacuum Truck Bid: Bondi stated he went out to bid for the vacuum truck and two bids were received. The vacuum truck is used to clean catch basins and remove the leaves. Bondi stated there is a mandate from the State that is requiring the cleaning of catch basins twice a year. Currently, to have the cleaning done, it is costing the town $25,000 each time this needs to be done. The bid from Acorn Thompson was $165,948 and the bid from CN Wood was $195,906. Bondi moved to award the bid for a particular amount and an addendum to that award which would allow the First Selectman to enter into a five-year leasing program with a total, including interest. If the BOS agrees to do this, the next step would be to go to the BOF. Bondi will be presenting the Capital Plan to the BOF. One item in the plan is this truck for $205,000. Bondi is going to ask the BOF to take the $205,000 for this truck out of the Capital Plan and put it in the Town’s debt service and buy the truck over a five-year period.

Bondi moved to award the vacuum truck bid to Acorn Thompson in the amount of $165,948 and the First Selectman be authorized to enter into a five-year lease purchase program at $37,059.84 per year reflecting $19,351.20 in total interest over the five-year plan which equates to 5.84% per annum for a total outlay over a 60 month period of $185,299.20 and forward to the BOF for consideration. There is a penalty free clause for pre-payment.

Bob Duval arrived at 7:00 P.M. and Bondi explained the bid and leasing program again.

If the BOF approves the leasing program the next step would be to go to a Town Meeting for final approval. Bondi explained the first payment, if passed, would come out of next year’s budget. After further discussion, Bondi moved to award the bid to Acorn Thompson in the amount of $165,948. Approved unanimously.

Duval moved to authorize the First Selectman to enter into a 60 month/ 5 year lease purchase program financed through Daimler/Chrysler at a rate of 5.84% that reflects a total $185, 299.20, of which $19,351.20 is interest, and to forward to the BOF for consideration. Approved unanimously.

Bondi moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 P.M. Approved unanimously.

Minutes taken by – Alice Zanelli