Friday, August 4, 2017



MINUTES OF THE BETHANY INLAND WETLANDS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF MONDA
The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission was called to order at 7:33 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.
 
The following members of the Commission were present:
         Kristine Sullivan, Vice-Chair, Acting as Chair
         Roger Hathaway, Member
         Brian Smith, Member
         Rob Huxley, Alternate Member, seated as voting member
 
The following member of the Commission was absent:
         Nancy Scanlon, Member
 
 
NEW BUSINESS 
 
  1. 667 Amity Road, submitted by John Paul Garcia, Re:  Referral to PZC for application for the temporary siting and use of crusher to process ledge rock
 
Present for this discussion was John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., representing the owner, Matt Micros.
 
Mr. Garcia noted in discussion:
  • There is a large amount of ledge on property and owner would like to crush.
  • Material crushed will not leave the site and will be used for underlay for driveway.
 
Commission members discussed and proceeded to deliberate.  It was moved by Smith and seconded by Huxley that the Commission has reviewed the proposal for the site crushing submitted by 667 Amity Road LLC for the property located at 667 Amity Road.  The Inland Wetlands Commission has determined that no Inland Wetlands Commission action is required for the proposed activity, as long as the proposed activity is completed as in accordance with the plans submitted entitled “Site Development Plan”, revised to June 6, 2017, and “Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and Typical Details”, revised to June 6, 2017 and that all materials will be used on site from the rock crushing.  Also, it is to be noted that the owner shall have a water truck on site for dust control and there is a need for more of an anti-tracking pad near the road for material being tracked out to road.
Voting for:  Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway, Huxley.
Unanimous approval.
 
  1. Hoadley Road (from #160 to power lines), Application #1286 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to mill and pave
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The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
 
  1. Woodcutters Drive (#52 and #60), Application #1287 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to replace catch basins and deteriorated pipe
 
The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
The Commission would like to visit the site
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
  1. Hoadley Road (from Rt. 69 to Wooding Hill Road), Application #1288 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to add catch basin tops and mill and pave
 
The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
The Commission would like to visit the site
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
  1. Brooks Road (Carmel Road to Town line), Application #1289 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to repair or replace one cross pipe and mill and pave
 
The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
The Commission would like to visit the site
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
  1. Hilldale Road (All), Application #1290 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to remove and replace catch basin tops and possibly pipes and mill and pave
 
The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
The Commission would like to visit the site
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
 
 
 
  1. (From Bear Hill Rd.) Hopp Brook Road, Hopp Brook Lane and Fatima Drive to Miller Road, Application #1291 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to replace one catch basin top and mill and pave
 
The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
  1. Humiston Drive (All), Application #1292 submitted by the Town of Bethany for an IW Permit to replace all catch basins and any deteriorated pipes and reclaim and pave
 
The Commission formally received the application.  No one was present to speak on behalf of this application.
 
The Commission would like to visit the site
 
Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting adjourned to Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
  1. Mesa Drive, Application #1293 submitted by James W. Woodward for an IW Permit for a 4-Lot Subdivision.
 
This application was received after cutoff but is being received this evening and will be discussed at the next regular meeting on Monday, August 28, 2017.  Tabled.
 
 
OLD BUSINESS
 
  1. 94 Downs Road, Application #1282 submitted by Gary Martin for a modification to previous approval for a residential site development
 
Present for this application was John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., representing the applicant.
 
Mr. Garcia noted in discussion:
  • Commission asked for revision to plan to move outflow from the drains but Mr. Garcia stated he couldn’t get pitch because of the house location.
  • Commission had Mr. Garcia relocate the footing drain to keep away from swale on Drawing No. C-1, add erosion controls and initial and date plan.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Commission members discussed and proceeded to deliberate.  It was moved by Smith and seconded by Hathaway to approve Application #1282 submitted by Gary Martin for an IW Permit for a residential site development located at 94 Downs Road as presented in the application, testimony and in accordance with the following submitted plans prepared by John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., Bethany, Connecticut:
  1. “Site Development & Erosion Control Plan” dated July 7, 2016, revised to       July 24, 2017, Drawing No. C-1.
  2. “Proposed Septic Plan”, dated July 7, 2016, revised to May 24, 2017, Drawing No. C-2.
 
This permit is also subject to the standard conditions found on the Land Records, Volume 93, Page 802 and Page 803.
 
This approval is based on the fact that if the plans are followed as revised there should be no adverse impact on the onsite wetlands.
Vote 4 to 0.
Voting for:  Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway, Huxley.
Unanimous approval.
 
 
  1. Carrington Road, Application #1283 submitted by Peter Lesmerises – Connwood
    Foresters for an IW Permit for two seasonal stream crossings (timber harvest)
 
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Mr. Peter Lesmerises of Connwood Foresters.
 
Members Hathaway and Sullivan visited the site and did not see any concerns with the placement of the water crossings.
 
Commission members discussed and proceeded to deliberate.  It was moved by Hathaway and seconded by Huxley to approve Application #1283 submitted by Connwood Foresters for an Inland Wetlands Permit for two (2) seasonal stream crossings associated with a timber harvest located at Carrington Road (Connecticut Water Company property) as presented in the application, testimony and in accordance with the packet received on June 26, 2017.
 
This permit is also subject to the standard conditions found on the Land Records, Volume 93, Page 802 and Page 803.
 
This approval is based on the fact that the placement of the stream crossings should result
in no adverse impact to the wetlands during the timber harvest.
Vote 4 to 0.
Voting for:  Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway, Huxley.
Unanimous approval.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  1. 5 Pleasant Drive, Application #1284 submitted by Cedar Properties, LLC/Mary Ellen Faroni, Manager, for an IW Permit for a residential site development
 
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Mr. Russ Faroni, applicant.
 
Members Hathaway and Sullivan visited the site and recommended the level spreader be shifted to the north in small clearing with no rain garden.
 
Commission members discussed and proceeded to deliberate.  It was moved by Hathaway and seconded by Smith to approve Application #1284 submitted by Cedarwood Properties, LLC, for an IW Permit for a Residential Site Development located at 5 Pleasant Drive as presented in the application, testimony and in accordance with the following submitted plans prepared by  John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., Bethany, Connecticut:
  1. “Site Development Plan”, dated July 30, 2015, revised to June 6, 2017, Drawing No. C-1.
  2. “Erosion and Sediment Control Plan & Typical Details”, dated July 30, 2015, revised to June 6, 2017, Drawing No. C-2.
 
In addition, this permit is subject to the following conditions including the standard conditions found on the Land Records, Volume 93, Page 802 and Page 803:
  1. Limits of clearing shall be delineated prior to any site work.
  2. A level spreader only associated with the roof and footing drains shall be field located to the north where there is an area of clearing.
 
This approval is based on the fact that if the plans are followed as revised there should be no adverse impact to the wetlands.
Vote 4 to 0.
Voting for:  Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway, Huxley.
Unanimous approval.
 
 
  1. 11 Pleasant Drive, Application #1285 submitted by Cedar Properties, LLC/Mary Ellen Faroni, Manager, for an IW Permit for a residential site development
 
Present to speak on behalf of this application was Mr. Russ Faroni, applicant.
 
Members Hathaway and Sullivan visited the site and recommended the level spreader to the south be just a level spreader with no rain garden and that rain garden at the end of driveway must be maintained and this should be noted on the deed.
 
Commission members discussed and proceeded to deliberate.  It was moved by Brian and seconded by Hathaway to approve Application #1285 submitted by Cedarwood Properties, LLC, for an IW Permit for a Residential Site Development located at 11 Pleasant Drive as presented in the application, testimony and in accordance with the following submitted plans prepared by  John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S., Bethany, Connecticut:
  1. “Site Development Plan”, dated May 1, 2017, revised to June 6, 2017, Drawing No. C-1.
  2. “Erosion and Sediment Control Plan & Typical Details”, dated May 1, 2017, revised to June 6, 2017, Drawing No. C-2.
     
 
In addition, this permit is subject to the following conditions including the standard conditions found on the Land Records, Volume 93, Page 802 and Page 803:
  1. Limits of clearing shall be delineated in the field prior to any site work.
  2. A level spreader/rain garden to the south will just be a level spreader.
  3. A note shall be placed on the deed that the rain garden proposed at the end of the driveway must be maintained and remain for an indefinite period unless the current homeowner submits an application to the Inland Wetlands Commission.
  4. A revised plan, Drawing No. C-2, with the specific plantings shown for the rain garden at the driveway, shall be submitted by the project engineer.
 
This approval is based on the fact that if the plans are followed as revised there should be no adverse impact to the wetlands.
Vote 4 to 0.
Voting for:  Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway, Huxley.
Unanimous approval.
 
 
  1. 74 MUNSON ROAD, Harold, Thomas and Dina Durley, Updated on Cease and Desist Order issued December 7, 2016 – IWEO to keep observing for activity.   Tabled.
 
  1. Discussion regarding Raccio Drive – Proposal from Diversified Technology Consultants  Remove from agenda.  No work being proposed.
     
  2. Discussion regarding Bethany West clearing.  (Letter from Roman Mrozinski of the
    Southwest Conservation District) Commission would like to add this to site visit.  Tabled.
     
  3. 185 Beacon Road, Discussion with Daniel Cusano regarding non-permitted barn
Tabled.
 
 
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
 
  1. It was moved by Huxley and seconded by Smith to approve, as submitted, the minutes of the June 26, 2017, Regular Meeting.
    Voting for:  Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway, Huxley.
    Unanimous approval.
 
 
BILLS
 
  1. It was moved by Smith and seconded by Huxley to pay the invoice from Southwest Conservation District for the amount of $1500.00 for a Municipal Contribution – for the Budget Year of 2017 – 2018.
    Voting for:  Sullivan, Hathaway, Smith, Huxley.
    Unanimous approval.
 
 
 
 
CORRESPONDENCE
 
  1. Letter from John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S. , dated June 30, 2017, Re:  667 Amity Road, referral to Planning and Zoning for rock crusher onsite with attached Site Development Plan, dated June 30, 2017.
  2. Letter from Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to Mr. & Mrs. William Grieger, dated July 18, 2017, Re:  Notice of Violation, 63 Sargent Drive, IW Permit #1182 Special Condition B.
  3. Copy of Town of Bethany, Stormwater Permit Information for Developers and Contractors from the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection.
 
PUBLICATIONS
  1. Connecticut Wildlife, May/June 2017.
     
     
SCHEDULE SITE VISIT
 
The Commission scheduled a site visit for Saturday, August 5, 2017.  Members to meet at the Town Hall at 8:30 a.m.  Sites to be visited are as follows:
  • WOODCUTTERS DRIVE (#52 and #60), Application #1287 submitted by the Town of Bethany to replace catch basins and deteriorated pipe.
  • HOADLEY ROAD (FROM RT. 69 TO WOODING HILL ROAD), Application #1288 submitted by the Town of Bethany to add catch basin tops and mill and pave.
  • BROOKS ROAD (CARMEL ROAD TO TOWN LINE), Application #1289 submitted by the Town of Bethany to repair or replace one cross pipe and mill and pave.
  • HILLDALE ROAD (ALL), Application #1290 submitted by the Town of Bethany to remove and replace catch basin tops and possibly pipes and mill and pave.
  • HUMISTON DRIVE (ALL), Application #1292 submitted by the Town of Bethany to replace all catch basins and any deteriorated pipes and reclaim and pave.
  • BETHANY VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK LAKE, previous clearing around lake.
 
 
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Hathaway and seconded by Smith to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:35 p.m.
Voting for:  Sullivan, Hathaway, Smith, Scanlon, Huxley.
Unanimous approval.
 
Respectfully submitted,
 
 
Antonia R. Marek, Clerk
For Inland Wetlands Commission
Y, JULY 24, 2017                                                       
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BOARD OF SELECTMEN
JULY 24, 2017
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Attendance:  First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea, Selectman Clark Hurlburt
Visitors:  Fran Doba, Sharia Kahn, Tariq Kahn, Eric Frieden, Gary Hale, Damon Weiss, Adam Burkitt
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski called for approval of the minutes of the meeting of July 10, 2017.  Selectman Shea moved to approve the minutes as written.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski called for approval of the minutes of the meeting of July 12, 2017.  Selectman Shea moved to approve the minutes as written.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The minutes were then approved on a vote of two yes votes and one abstention that of Selectman Hurlburt as he was absent from that meeting.
First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski called for approval of the minutes of the meeting of July 18, 2017.  Selectman Shea moved to approve the minutes as written.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL WATER HAZ MAT WASTE RESOLUTION
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion to approve the Resolution for Haz Mat Waste.  The motion as written was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Hurlburt:
TOWN OF BETHANY
CONFIRMING COMMITMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN A REGIONAL
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION CENTER
WHEREAS the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority, as agent for the South
Central Regional Council of Governments and participating municipalities, has undertaken the
permitting, construction and operation of a regional facility for the collection of household
hazardous waste and conditionally exempt small quantity generator business waste at its
headquarters at 90 Sargent Drive in New Haven; and
WHEREAS, The municipalities participating in the facility are able to have residents drop off
their household hazardous wastes on Saturday mornings (9 am-Noon) and conditionally exempt
small quantity generators deliver business waste on Saturday morning, (by appointment from 7
am – 8:30 am), from spring through fall for proper processing, transportation, and disposal;
WHEREAS, The facility is owned, managed and operated under the supervision of the South
Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority for the benefit of the participating municipalities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN OF Bethany THAT:
The Town of Bethany declares its commitment to continue participation in the regional
household hazardous waste collection center for a minimum three-year period (July 1,
2017 through June 30, 2020), and confirms its intent to contribute financially for the
operation, processing, transportation, and disposal of household hazardous waste.
The Town of Bethany authorizes its First Selectperson to enter into this agreement with
the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority for the operation of the facility.
Such agreement will permit the Authority to act as its agent to maintain the facility, to
Contract  with a vendor for the transportation and disposal of the wastes, to receive
financial support from grant sources, to enter into agreements with other municipalities,
and to operate the facility.
Invoicing will be based on a two part formula:
1. Annual operational costs are based on the number of 1- and 2- family housing units,
2. Annual transportation and waste disposal costs are prorated by residents' usage.
This resolution shall be effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020.
 
The vote was called.  The vote was unanimous.
 
STATE OF CONNECTICUT ZREC SOLAR PROJECTS AWARD FOR TOWN HALL AND VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
 
Adam Burkitt, Managing Partner for Advanced Energy Efficiencies concerning the State of Connecticut’s ZREC auction for green energy projects was present to explain the program.  AEE analyzed the historical electric usage at the Town Hall and Fire Department.  Following energy, structural and pricing analyses, solar project proposals were submitted to the CT DEEP ZREC auction.  Bethany’s projects were chosen by DEEP for ZREC awards. Following discussion Selectman Shea moved a motion that the Board of Selectmen agree to enter into a contract with Advanced Energy Efficiencies for solar panels for the Bethany Town Hall and Bethany Fire  House and to authorize Selectwoman Gorski to negotiate contract with Advanced Energy Efficiencies.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous.
 
OTHER
Shavia Kahn and Tariq Kahn were present at the Board of Selectmen’s meeting to request reduction in the fee to rent the Pavilion at Veteran’s Memorial Park.  They represented the NHIC Islamic School.  It is a non-profit school.  They would like to use the Pavilion for a graduation ceremony on August 11, 2017 after three o’clock.  The Selectmen discussed details with the Kahn’s.  Selectman Shea then moved a motion to charge the residential fee to the NHIC Islamic School of $100 instead of the non-resident fee of $200.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
 
RESIDENT STICKERS
The Selectmen discussed the Residential Stickers for motor vehicles for parking at Veterans Memorial Park and use of the Recycling Center.  In some towns the stickers are sent out with the tax bills.  
 
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:40 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Hurlburt and seconded by Selectman Shea.  The vote taken was unanimous.
 
                                                                                                Respectfully submitted,
 
                                                                                                June G. Riley
                                                                                                Secretary, Board of Selectmen
 
 


BOARD OF SELECTMEN
JULY 10, 2017

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DRAFT
Attendance:  First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectmen Clark Hurlburt, Selectmen Donald Shea
Visitors:  R. J. Rivilini, Jim Rawson, George MacDonnell, Fran Doba, Attorney Kevin McSherry
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion to approve the minutes of the meeting of June 26, 2017.   The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Hurlburt.  First Selectwoman Gorski moved to amend the minutes as follows:  AMENDED 7/10/17 ) either by executive order but not yet determined.  The amended minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
TAX REFUNDS
Selectman Shea moved to refund to Tirucherai & Gayathyri Vasudevan the sum of $6,079.79 and to Tirucherai Vasudevan the sum of $1,308.04 for a total of $7,387.83 for overpayment of taxes.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
BETHANY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION FIELD GROOMER
R. J. Rivilini was present to request that the Board of Selectmen waive the bidding process for the purchase of the field groomer for the Bethany Athletic Association.  Only a few companies make this piece of equipment.  The Town approved a Capital Expenditure for $12,000 at the Annual Town Meeting of May 15, 2017.  The total cost of the groomer is $18,813.65.   The balance will be paid by the Bethany Athletic Association.  Following discussion Selectman Shea moved to waiving the bidding process for the field groomer.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
ANY OTHER MATTER PROPER TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING
George McDonnell was present to make a formal complaint to the Selectmen regarding the new road signs throughout the Town.  First Selectwoman Gorski explained that the signs were financed and put up by Connecticut DOT through a Federal grant.  The State was to have held a meeting with the Highway Foreman Alan Green and First Selectwoman Gorski before installation regarding the placement of the signs.  This meeting was never held.  If we remove the signs the Town would be held liable until the matter is resolved. 
James Rawson expressed his concern about the unregistered cars throughout the Town.  He also asked why the Dog Park and the Community Garden were not maintained better.  First Selectwoman Gorski indicated that there is a beaver problem in the wetlands on private property near the dog park causing the area to be very wet.     
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING AGENDA
The Selectmen discussed setting the date for the Special Town Meeting.  Selectman Hurlburt moved to hold the meeting on July 27, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.  The Town must fill a vacancy on the Amity Board of Education.   Member and Chairman William Blake has resigned because of his move out of Connecticut.  This vacancy must be filled within thirty days.  Selectman Shea seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
The second item on the agenda would be to approve the replacement of the roof on the Lakeview Lodge.  This roof repair was approved at the May 16, 2016 Town Meeting as part of the LOCIP grant.  This grant will no longer be funded.  The motion to put Roof Replacement at Lakeview Lodge on the agenda for a cost of $35,000 pending approval by the Board of Finance was moved by Selectman Hurlburt and seconded by Selectman Shea.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
Enforcement of non-residents use of  Veterans Memorial Park was discussed.  On July 4th Trooper Merriam checked license plates of cars parked at Veterans Memorial Park.  Out of twenty-five license plates run only three were Bethany residents.  The rest were from out of town.  Following discussion Selectman Shea moved a motion to add Parking at Veterans Park to the agenda of the Special Town Meeting and to amend Bethany Code Chapter 194 of the Code of the Town of Bethany.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
WAIVE BIDDING PROCESS FOR TREE WORK
The tree warden has marked trees that are ready to be taken down.  The Selectmen discussed putting the work out to bid.  Since there are several local contractors available to do this work it was determined that they would ask for quotes from them.  Following discussion Selectman Shea moved to waive the bidding process and get local qualified contractors to give quotes on the work.  The motion was seconded by Selectman Hurlburt.  The vote taken was unanimous.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:20 p.m. Selectman Shea moved a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion…  The vote taken was unanimous.
 
                                                                                                Respectfully submitted,
                                                                                               
June G. Riley
                                                                                                Secretary, Board of Selectmen
 
 
 
 


BOARD OF SELECTMEN
SPECIAL MEETING
JULY 12, 2017
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DRAFT
 
Attendance:  First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea.
The special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen’s Conference Room at the Bethany Town Hall. The meeting was called to order at 4:33 p.m.
AGENDA FOR SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorskii had called this special meeting of the Board of Selectmen for the purpose of adding another items to the agenda of the July 27, 2017 special Town Meeting.   Following discussion Selectman Shea moved to modify the ordinance regarding waiving of bidding process from $5,000 to $20,000.  Selectwoman Gorski seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous.
Selectman Shea moved to add Appointment to the South Central Regional Water Authority to fill the vacancy left by the untimely death of Alexandra Breslin.  Selectwoman Gorski seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
TAX REFUND
Selectman Shea moved to approve a tax refund to Madeline Moran for $1,723.31 for over payment of taxes.  First Selectwoman Gorski seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 4:40 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by First Selectwoman Gorski.  The vote taken was unanimous.
                                                                                                Respectfully submitted,
 
                                                                                                June G. Riley
                                                                                                Secretary, Board of Selectmen
 
 


BOARD OF SELECTMEN

SPECIAL MEETING

JULY 18, 2017


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Attendance:  First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea, Selectman Donald Shea
The special meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held in the Selectmen’s Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.  The meeting was called to order at 7:57 p.m.
AGENDA FOR SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
Selectman Shea moved a motion to amend the motion made at the meeting of July 10, 2017 regarding roof replacement at the Lakeview Lodge.  The motion should be to authorize the expenditure from the General Fund Balance for the replacement of the roof at Lakeview Lodge with the amount not to exceed $50,000 pending approval by the Board of Finance at a special meeting.  Selectman Hurlburt seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous.
Selectman Hurlburt moved to recommend to the special Town Meeting Brian Eitzer to fill the vacancy left by the untimely death of Alexandra Breslin.  Selectman Shea seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous.
SIGN CALL FOR SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
The Selectmen signed the call for the special Town Meeting of July 27, 2017.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:15 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectman Hurlburt.  The vote is unanimous.
 
                                                                                                Respectfully submitted,
 
                                                                                                June G. Riley
                                                                                                Secretary, Board of Selectmen