BOARD OF FINANCE
SPECIAL MEETING
MAY 19, 2009
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Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Sally Huyser, Robert Brinton Jr., Richard Van Horn, Eric Gallant
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
APRIL 14, 2009
Chairman Brunwin called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the April 14, 2009 meeting. The motion of approval was moved by Brinton Jr. and seconded by Van Horn. A spelling error was noted to the word increases. The corrected minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
APRIL 20, 2009
Chairman Brunwin called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the April 20, 2009 Budget Hearing. The motion of approval was moved by Chairman Brunwin and seconded by Van Horn. Chairman Brunwin corrected the statement that the policy the Town would like to keep regarding the Fund Balance was between 10 – 14% of expenditures. The example listed for property tax increase was for median tax payers. The corrected minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
APRIL 21, 2009
Chairman Brunwin called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the special meeting of April 21, 2009. A motion of approval was moved by Huyser and seconded by Brinton Jr. The spelling of Gordon LeVasseur ‘s name was corrected by Chairman Brunwin. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPON DENCE
Correspondence has been received from Moody’s regarding the bond rating.
MILL RATE
Brinton Jr. moved a motion to set the mill rate at 27.00 mills. The motion was seconded by Van Horn. The vote taken was unanimous.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Chairman Brunwin reports that she met with Marcia Marien, First Selectwoman Gorski and Michael Battista regarding procedures for the audit for fiscal year 2008-09. The Policy Manuel for the Town of Bethany Board of Finance should be completed for approval at the next meeting. Setting up of a complete set of books will be completed by Michael Battista for next fiscal year.
Discussion was opened regarding transferring of funds within the Capital Expenditure account. It was not clear as to whether balances from under expended Capital Expenditures could be transferred to over expended Capital Expenditures without Town Meeting approval. Following discussion Brinton Jr. volunteered to look up the State Statute that covers this subject.
The auditors recommended opening a special Park and Recreation revenues account to receive the registration fees for Summer Camp starting in July 2009. In the future the Park and Recreation account could be set up to turn over each year, building an account that could eventually maintain expenditures for the Park and Recreation Department independent from the Town budget.
APPOINTMENT OF AN AUDITOR
Van Horn moved to appoint Marien and Company LLC as auditors for fiscal year 2008-09. Brinton Jr. seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
AMITY FINANCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairman Brunwin attended the Amity Financial Committee Meeting. At this meeting enrollment statistics were discussed.
The State of Connecticut construction audit for the construction at both the Amity Middle Schools and Amity High School has been completed. A surplus was reported when the audit was complete. A determination will be made as to how it is returned to the Towns. There will also be approximately $1,160,000 savings on the bond issue due to the better interest rate received at the bond sale.
BETHANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
Board of Finance members attended the Bethany Elementary School Board of Education Meeting recently. The visit was to try and develop better communication between the School Board and the Board of Finance. Board of Finance members encouraged the Board of Education to return money not needed to complete this year’s budge, rather than buying things that are just nice to have, and not really a necessity.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:00 p.m. after a motion was moved by Van Horn and seconded by Chairman Brunwin. The vote taken was unanimous.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
Friday, June 5, 2009
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MAY 11, 2009
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Attendance: First Selectman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Walter Briggs, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Attorney Kevin McSherry, Brian Laubstein, Donald Shea, Mike Gioviani
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting of the Board of Selectmen to order at 7:35. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall. The first order of business was check the signing of checks. First Selectwoman Gorski asked all to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approve for the minutes of the meeting of April 27, 2009. The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Briggs. Selectman Briggs amended the minutes by adding the name of Joyce Plaskowicz as a visitor to that meeting. The amended minutes were then accepted on a unanimous vote.
TAX REFUNDS
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approval for Tax Refunds. Selectman Briggs moved to refund to Arnold Sabatelli the sum of $4.00, to Brad Bartele the sum of $2.53, to Carol Amendola the sum of $3.07, to Cathy Dolan the sum of $3.79, to Janet Brinsmade the sum of $3.10, to John Mizzone the sum of $4.00, to Junkai Zhou the sum of $3.00, to Kevin Moody the sum of $1.20, to Kim Acton the sum of $4.17, to Linda Phillie the sum of $4.54, to Louis Gugliotti the sum of $4.98, to Pat Hosey the sum of $3.16, to Robert Weidig the sum of $4.25, and to Rocco Laudadio the sum of $3.00 all for overpayment of taxes. Selectman Thornquist seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
VENDOR PERMITS
Discussion was opened regarding issuing of Vendor Permits. The Town Clerk’s Office is getting requests from vendors to sell at various locations in Bethany. Since the present Town ordinance does not cover selling on Town property, the Town Clerk has referred this issue to the Board of Selectmen for review. The fee schedule will also need to be reviewed since the fee of $2.00 was set many years ago. The fee charged now for Hawking and Vendors Permits by other towns is much higher. Mike Gioviani was present to request permission of the Selectmen to sell ice cream at Veteran’s Memorial Park this summer. The Town of Bethany is the owner of record and there is nothing in the ordinances that covers such permitting. Following discussion Selectman Thornquist moved to allow Mike Gioviani to sell ice cream from his truck at Veteran’s Memorial Park during the hours as stated in the ordinance. Mr. Gioviani has an ice cream truck that is licensed by the Health Department. Selectman Briggs seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
CLEAN ENERGY AGREEMENT FOR AMITY
Signing of the Clean Energy Agreement for Amity was tabled. The agreement has not been received to date for review.
ZONING VIOLATION ORDINANCES
The proposed zoning violation ordinances with the fine schedule for violations, was not ready for review by the Board of Selectmen at this meeting.
SIGN CALL FOR ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
All Selectmen signed the call for the Annual Town Meeting to be held May 18, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
GREATER BRIDGEPORT INTER LOCAL AGREEMENT
Attorney McSherry was present and explained to the Board of Selectmen the Greater Bridgeport Inter -Local Agreement. Following a brief discussion Selectman Thornquist moved to authorize First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski to sign the agreement on behalf of the Town of Bethany. Selectman Briggs seconded the motion. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.
OTHER
Selectman Briggs questioned the new signs at Veteran’s Memorial Park. First Selectwoman Gorski explained they were put there by the Park & Recreation Commission to try to discourage equestrian use of the bridge and fields at the park.
Brian Laubstein indicated that Planning and Zoning had sent him back to the Board of Selectmen regarding the problem he is having with wandering chickens from the neighbors in his yard. No action was taken at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:00 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded by Selectman Thornquist.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
MAY 11, 2009
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Attendance: First Selectman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Walter Briggs, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Attorney Kevin McSherry, Brian Laubstein, Donald Shea, Mike Gioviani
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting of the Board of Selectmen to order at 7:35. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall. The first order of business was check the signing of checks. First Selectwoman Gorski asked all to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approve for the minutes of the meeting of April 27, 2009. The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Briggs. Selectman Briggs amended the minutes by adding the name of Joyce Plaskowicz as a visitor to that meeting. The amended minutes were then accepted on a unanimous vote.
TAX REFUNDS
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approval for Tax Refunds. Selectman Briggs moved to refund to Arnold Sabatelli the sum of $4.00, to Brad Bartele the sum of $2.53, to Carol Amendola the sum of $3.07, to Cathy Dolan the sum of $3.79, to Janet Brinsmade the sum of $3.10, to John Mizzone the sum of $4.00, to Junkai Zhou the sum of $3.00, to Kevin Moody the sum of $1.20, to Kim Acton the sum of $4.17, to Linda Phillie the sum of $4.54, to Louis Gugliotti the sum of $4.98, to Pat Hosey the sum of $3.16, to Robert Weidig the sum of $4.25, and to Rocco Laudadio the sum of $3.00 all for overpayment of taxes. Selectman Thornquist seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
VENDOR PERMITS
Discussion was opened regarding issuing of Vendor Permits. The Town Clerk’s Office is getting requests from vendors to sell at various locations in Bethany. Since the present Town ordinance does not cover selling on Town property, the Town Clerk has referred this issue to the Board of Selectmen for review. The fee schedule will also need to be reviewed since the fee of $2.00 was set many years ago. The fee charged now for Hawking and Vendors Permits by other towns is much higher. Mike Gioviani was present to request permission of the Selectmen to sell ice cream at Veteran’s Memorial Park this summer. The Town of Bethany is the owner of record and there is nothing in the ordinances that covers such permitting. Following discussion Selectman Thornquist moved to allow Mike Gioviani to sell ice cream from his truck at Veteran’s Memorial Park during the hours as stated in the ordinance. Mr. Gioviani has an ice cream truck that is licensed by the Health Department. Selectman Briggs seconded the motion. The vote taken was unanimous.
CLEAN ENERGY AGREEMENT FOR AMITY
Signing of the Clean Energy Agreement for Amity was tabled. The agreement has not been received to date for review.
ZONING VIOLATION ORDINANCES
The proposed zoning violation ordinances with the fine schedule for violations, was not ready for review by the Board of Selectmen at this meeting.
SIGN CALL FOR ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
All Selectmen signed the call for the Annual Town Meeting to be held May 18, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
GREATER BRIDGEPORT INTER LOCAL AGREEMENT
Attorney McSherry was present and explained to the Board of Selectmen the Greater Bridgeport Inter -Local Agreement. Following a brief discussion Selectman Thornquist moved to authorize First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski to sign the agreement on behalf of the Town of Bethany. Selectman Briggs seconded the motion. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.
OTHER
Selectman Briggs questioned the new signs at Veteran’s Memorial Park. First Selectwoman Gorski explained they were put there by the Park & Recreation Commission to try to discourage equestrian use of the bridge and fields at the park.
Brian Laubstein indicated that Planning and Zoning had sent him back to the Board of Selectmen regarding the problem he is having with wandering chickens from the neighbors in his yard. No action was taken at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 8:00 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded by Selectman Thornquist.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
BOARD OF FINANCE
SPECIAL MEETING
MAY 5, 2009
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Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Richard Van Horn, Robert Brinton Jr., Sally Huyser, Stephen Squinto
Visitors: David Forman, First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Arnold Riley
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROPRIATION FOR ROLLING GREEN ROAD
First Selectwoman Gorski explained to the Board of Finance members, the need for an appropriation of funds in this fiscal year, to repair drainage and repave Rolling Green Road. This road became nearly impassible during the past winter. The situation made it impossible for the school bus and trash truck, to travel on this road, until emergency repair was made. The estimate for the repaving and drainage repair is $101,600. Van Horn questioned why this could not be done in the next fiscal year. Following discussion Brinton Jr. moved to transfer up to the sum of $102,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Reserve Fund for repair of Rolling Green Road. Squinto seconded the motion. The vote was called. The vote was four (4) yes votes and one (1) no vote that of Van Horn.
TAX COLLECTOR REFUND ORDINANCE
David Foreman brought before the Board of Finance a sample ordinance used to write off credit balances of $5.00 or less and also debit balances of $5.00 or less. Squinto felt that sending back refunds of $5.00 or less should not be a problem. In the course of a year there could not be that many. “We shouldn’t keep others money. It sends a sentiment.” As for debit balances he suggested treating them like a suspense account, if after a few attempts to collect we failed to get paid. Squinto then moved that the Board of Finance authorize the Tax Collector to write off balances due under $5.00 he deemed appropriate. Brinton Jr. amended the motion by adding and send the report to the Board of Finance before they are given. There was no second given to the motion, therefore no vote was called.
DATE SET FOR NEXT MEETING
The Board of Finance will meet at 7:00 p.m. on May 19, 2009 to set mill rate.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:40 p.m. after a motion was moved by Van Horn and seconded by Squinto.
Respectfully submitted
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
SPECIAL MEETING
MAY 5, 2009
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Attendance: Chairman Janet Brunwin, Richard Van Horn, Robert Brinton Jr., Sally Huyser, Stephen Squinto
Visitors: David Forman, First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Arnold Riley
Chairman Brunwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.
APPROPRIATION FOR ROLLING GREEN ROAD
First Selectwoman Gorski explained to the Board of Finance members, the need for an appropriation of funds in this fiscal year, to repair drainage and repave Rolling Green Road. This road became nearly impassible during the past winter. The situation made it impossible for the school bus and trash truck, to travel on this road, until emergency repair was made. The estimate for the repaving and drainage repair is $101,600. Van Horn questioned why this could not be done in the next fiscal year. Following discussion Brinton Jr. moved to transfer up to the sum of $102,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Reserve Fund for repair of Rolling Green Road. Squinto seconded the motion. The vote was called. The vote was four (4) yes votes and one (1) no vote that of Van Horn.
TAX COLLECTOR REFUND ORDINANCE
David Foreman brought before the Board of Finance a sample ordinance used to write off credit balances of $5.00 or less and also debit balances of $5.00 or less. Squinto felt that sending back refunds of $5.00 or less should not be a problem. In the course of a year there could not be that many. “We shouldn’t keep others money. It sends a sentiment.” As for debit balances he suggested treating them like a suspense account, if after a few attempts to collect we failed to get paid. Squinto then moved that the Board of Finance authorize the Tax Collector to write off balances due under $5.00 he deemed appropriate. Brinton Jr. amended the motion by adding and send the report to the Board of Finance before they are given. There was no second given to the motion, therefore no vote was called.
DATE SET FOR NEXT MEETING
The Board of Finance will meet at 7:00 p.m. on May 19, 2009 to set mill rate.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:40 p.m. after a motion was moved by Van Horn and seconded by Squinto.
Respectfully submitted
June G. Riley
Clerk, Board of Finance
Monday, May 18, 2009
DISTRICT ANIMAL CONTROL
Serving the Towns of Bethany – Orange - Woodbridge
Phone @203) 389-5991
135 Bradley Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Unapproved Minutes for DAC Board Meeting April 16, 2009
Present: James Zeoli, Fred Dray, Joseph Hellauer, Cheryl Lipson, Joan Blaskey, Pamela Andreson, Clerk
Staff: Paul Niedmann, Mary Culmo, Dottie Bedan
Absent: Brian Laubstein
Public: Bridget Albert, Jeanine Russo
1) Meeting was called to order by Chairperson Zeoli at 7:30 PM.
2) Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3) Introductions: Mary Culmo introduced herself.
4) Motion made by Lipson/Hellauer to hire Culmo as full time assistant ACO. All in favor.
5) Census – Fred Dray: Partial count due to poor record keeping. Eight animals adopted, 3 redeemed and 3 carried over. Neidmann will be doing the state report. Dray and Neidmann will work together to develop an accurate census.
6) Lead ACO report – Paul Neidmann: Everything is fine. Clean-up at the shelter is needed. Would also like a box to protect donations from the elements when no one is at the shelter to receive them. Employee evaluation form needs revamping. Blaskey will call the state to see what forms should be used. Only calls that require an ACO to go out need to be documented. Reminder that ACO's can call for police back-up when investigating a call.
7) Treasurer's Report – Joe Hellauer: Checking account has $3,110.15. Money Market account has $41,290.35. Total $44,400.50. Change insurance carrier. Employee's will have health insurance through Oxford Health beginning May 1, 2009.
8) Chairman's Report – Jim Zeoli:
Hours of operation. Lipson/Hellauer made a motion to extend hours from April 15, 2009 through Labor Day. All in favor.
Wish list: Metal door is needed for back of kennel. Front screen door needs to be replaced as it does not close. A rock is being used to keep the door closed. Water hose outside needs to be checked. Possibly needs a new nozzle. Blaskey/Lipson made a motion to accept a donation of a canoe/kayak from Pat Rubin, a Bethany resident, for water rescues. All in favor. On what topics would DAC like Hartford to educate the public? Lipson applied for mini grant from Orange Lions Club for education for school children. Need to find out the cost to repair/replace kennel floor.
Blaskey has written articles about DAC for publication. She will e-mail them to Bridget Albert.
Funding for low income rabies vaccines. Neidmann said to qualify, pet owners need to be very low income.
Fund Raiser for AARF – Walk-a-thon in Bethany at Veterans Memorial Park, sponsored by Bethany Parks and Recreation, Country Companions, and Bethany Vet on April 24, 2009. Frosty Paws donated by Stop and Shop. Rabies and Micro chip clinic on May 16, 2009 at Country Companions in Bethany. Twenty-five microchips have been donated. Cost is $20.00 plus registration fee.
9) Review and Approval of March 12, 2009 minutes. Hellauer/Lipson made a motion to accept the minutes of March 12, 2009. Unanimous approval. Review and Approval of March 25, 2009 meeting tabled until May 14, 2009.
10) Blaskey/Lipson made a motion to adjourn at 8:55 PM. All in favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Pamela Andreson Unapproved April 16, 2009
Serving the Towns of Bethany – Orange - Woodbridge
Phone @203) 389-5991
135 Bradley Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Unapproved Minutes for DAC Board Meeting April 16, 2009
Present: James Zeoli, Fred Dray, Joseph Hellauer, Cheryl Lipson, Joan Blaskey, Pamela Andreson, Clerk
Staff: Paul Niedmann, Mary Culmo, Dottie Bedan
Absent: Brian Laubstein
Public: Bridget Albert, Jeanine Russo
1) Meeting was called to order by Chairperson Zeoli at 7:30 PM.
2) Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3) Introductions: Mary Culmo introduced herself.
4) Motion made by Lipson/Hellauer to hire Culmo as full time assistant ACO. All in favor.
5) Census – Fred Dray: Partial count due to poor record keeping. Eight animals adopted, 3 redeemed and 3 carried over. Neidmann will be doing the state report. Dray and Neidmann will work together to develop an accurate census.
6) Lead ACO report – Paul Neidmann: Everything is fine. Clean-up at the shelter is needed. Would also like a box to protect donations from the elements when no one is at the shelter to receive them. Employee evaluation form needs revamping. Blaskey will call the state to see what forms should be used. Only calls that require an ACO to go out need to be documented. Reminder that ACO's can call for police back-up when investigating a call.
7) Treasurer's Report – Joe Hellauer: Checking account has $3,110.15. Money Market account has $41,290.35. Total $44,400.50. Change insurance carrier. Employee's will have health insurance through Oxford Health beginning May 1, 2009.
8) Chairman's Report – Jim Zeoli:
Hours of operation. Lipson/Hellauer made a motion to extend hours from April 15, 2009 through Labor Day. All in favor.
Wish list: Metal door is needed for back of kennel. Front screen door needs to be replaced as it does not close. A rock is being used to keep the door closed. Water hose outside needs to be checked. Possibly needs a new nozzle. Blaskey/Lipson made a motion to accept a donation of a canoe/kayak from Pat Rubin, a Bethany resident, for water rescues. All in favor. On what topics would DAC like Hartford to educate the public? Lipson applied for mini grant from Orange Lions Club for education for school children. Need to find out the cost to repair/replace kennel floor.
Blaskey has written articles about DAC for publication. She will e-mail them to Bridget Albert.
Funding for low income rabies vaccines. Neidmann said to qualify, pet owners need to be very low income.
Fund Raiser for AARF – Walk-a-thon in Bethany at Veterans Memorial Park, sponsored by Bethany Parks and Recreation, Country Companions, and Bethany Vet on April 24, 2009. Frosty Paws donated by Stop and Shop. Rabies and Micro chip clinic on May 16, 2009 at Country Companions in Bethany. Twenty-five microchips have been donated. Cost is $20.00 plus registration fee.
9) Review and Approval of March 12, 2009 minutes. Hellauer/Lipson made a motion to accept the minutes of March 12, 2009. Unanimous approval. Review and Approval of March 25, 2009 meeting tabled until May 14, 2009.
10) Blaskey/Lipson made a motion to adjourn at 8:55 PM. All in favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Pamela Andreson Unapproved April 16, 2009
DISTRICT ANIMAL CONTROL
Serving the Towns of Bethany – Orange - Woodbridge
Phone @203) 389-5991
135 Bradley Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Approved Minutes for DAC Board Meeting March 12, 2009
Present: James Zeoli, Fred Dray, Cheryl Lipson, Brian Laubstein, DVM, Joan Blaskey, Pamela Andreson, Clerk
Staff: Paul Niedmann, Dottie Bedan
Absent: Joe Hellauer,
1) Meeting was called to order by Chairperson Zeoli at 7:40 PM.
2) Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3) Roll Call.
4) Public Participation – Bridget Albert and Jeanine Russo were present. Jeanine updated the board on the website. She had asked that Woodbridge and Bethany update their websites, which has not been done. Orange webmaster helped tremendously. Zeoli asked Jeanine to monitor Pet Finder website. Dray asked that Officer King keep Pet Finder page up to date and Jeanine keep DAC page updated.
5) Census – Fred Dray: Four animals were carried over from January. February intake was 6. Three roaming in Woodbridge and 1 dog and 2 cats released to the shelter. February out take was 4 sold as pets, 3 euthanized leaving 3 animals to carry over to March. Thirty-five complaints were investigated.
6) Cat Policy – Brian Laubstein: Cat policy was voted on and accepted at the February meeting.
7) Lead ACO Report – Paul Niedmann: Aida had surgery and is doing well. Van will be registered tomorrow.
8) Minutes – Blaskey/Dray made a motion to accept minutes of February meeting. All in favor.
9) Treasurer’s Report – Joe Hellauer: Checking account has $8,923.41. Money Market account has $36,164.14. Total $45, 087.55. Laubstein would like to see payroll on the check report. A copy of the payroll cover sheet will be included in the check report.
10) Chairman’s Report – James Zeoli:
a) Zeoli asked how new hours are working: Niedmann said new hours working O.K. King did get O.T. because a call came in at 8:16 PM. Too soon to tell how well new hours are working. Dray also mentioned that King will start licensing survey which is required by the State of CT.
b) Hearing for lady with the pitbull: Owner finished fixing the fence, Niedmann feels that if the fence is repaired a hearing is unnecessary. Zeoli asked Niedmann to inspect the fence to be sure fence is complete and dogs cannot escape.
c) Facility hours: The facility will close at 2:30 PM on Saturday. Cuomo comes in on Wednesday and Thursday to assist Mel. On Saturday, she will come in to help Mel and be the ACO. Zeoli feels that the board should consider extending hours that the facility is open on Saturday. Bridget Albert asked if a volunteer could help out when ACO is out on a call. Dottie Bedan and Paul Niedmann concerned about liability.
d) Personnel evaluation form needs to be revamped.
11) Laubstein/Dray made a motion to discuss budget in executive session. Entered executive session at 8:45PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Pamela Andreson Approved March 12, 2009
Serving the Towns of Bethany – Orange - Woodbridge
Phone @203) 389-5991
135 Bradley Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Approved Minutes for DAC Board Meeting March 12, 2009
Present: James Zeoli, Fred Dray, Cheryl Lipson, Brian Laubstein, DVM, Joan Blaskey, Pamela Andreson, Clerk
Staff: Paul Niedmann, Dottie Bedan
Absent: Joe Hellauer,
1) Meeting was called to order by Chairperson Zeoli at 7:40 PM.
2) Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
3) Roll Call.
4) Public Participation – Bridget Albert and Jeanine Russo were present. Jeanine updated the board on the website. She had asked that Woodbridge and Bethany update their websites, which has not been done. Orange webmaster helped tremendously. Zeoli asked Jeanine to monitor Pet Finder website. Dray asked that Officer King keep Pet Finder page up to date and Jeanine keep DAC page updated.
5) Census – Fred Dray: Four animals were carried over from January. February intake was 6. Three roaming in Woodbridge and 1 dog and 2 cats released to the shelter. February out take was 4 sold as pets, 3 euthanized leaving 3 animals to carry over to March. Thirty-five complaints were investigated.
6) Cat Policy – Brian Laubstein: Cat policy was voted on and accepted at the February meeting.
7) Lead ACO Report – Paul Niedmann: Aida had surgery and is doing well. Van will be registered tomorrow.
8) Minutes – Blaskey/Dray made a motion to accept minutes of February meeting. All in favor.
9) Treasurer’s Report – Joe Hellauer: Checking account has $8,923.41. Money Market account has $36,164.14. Total $45, 087.55. Laubstein would like to see payroll on the check report. A copy of the payroll cover sheet will be included in the check report.
10) Chairman’s Report – James Zeoli:
a) Zeoli asked how new hours are working: Niedmann said new hours working O.K. King did get O.T. because a call came in at 8:16 PM. Too soon to tell how well new hours are working. Dray also mentioned that King will start licensing survey which is required by the State of CT.
b) Hearing for lady with the pitbull: Owner finished fixing the fence, Niedmann feels that if the fence is repaired a hearing is unnecessary. Zeoli asked Niedmann to inspect the fence to be sure fence is complete and dogs cannot escape.
c) Facility hours: The facility will close at 2:30 PM on Saturday. Cuomo comes in on Wednesday and Thursday to assist Mel. On Saturday, she will come in to help Mel and be the ACO. Zeoli feels that the board should consider extending hours that the facility is open on Saturday. Bridget Albert asked if a volunteer could help out when ACO is out on a call. Dottie Bedan and Paul Niedmann concerned about liability.
d) Personnel evaluation form needs to be revamped.
11) Laubstein/Dray made a motion to discuss budget in executive session. Entered executive session at 8:45PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Pamela Andreson Approved March 12, 2009
BOARD OF FINANCE
MAY 19, 2009
SPECIAL MEETING
7:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE ROOM, BETHANY TOWN HALL
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
A. APRIL 14, 2009 MEETING
B. APRIL 20, 2009 BUDGET HEARING
C. APRIL 21, 2009 SPECIAL MEETING
CORRESPONDENCE
VISITORS
SET MILL RATE
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
FIRST SELECTMAN DERRYLYN GORSKI
REVIEW OF FINANCIAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2008-09
ADJOURNMENT
MAY 19, 2009
SPECIAL MEETING
7:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE ROOM, BETHANY TOWN HALL
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
A. APRIL 14, 2009 MEETING
B. APRIL 20, 2009 BUDGET HEARING
C. APRIL 21, 2009 SPECIAL MEETING
CORRESPONDENCE
VISITORS
SET MILL RATE
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
FIRST SELECTMAN DERRYLYN GORSKI
REVIEW OF FINANCIAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2008-09
ADJOURNMENT
Monday, May 11, 2009
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
APRIL 27, 2009
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Attendance: First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Walter Briggs, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Carol Stamper, Donald Shea
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall. The first order of business was check signing. First Selectwoman Gorski asked all to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Gorski called for approval of the minutes of the previous meeting of April 13, 2009. The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded by Selectman Thornquist. There were no changes to the minutes. The minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
TAX REFUNDS
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion for Tax Refunds. The motion to refund to Bobbie Charlene the sum of $114.13, to James Pace the sum of $64.80, to Jason Jasiorkowski the sum of $5.00, to Kevin Neal the sum of $254.45, Muhammed Z. Chaudhri the sum of $6.26 and to Stephen Cohen the sum of $5.57 all for overpayment of taxes was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded b y Selectman Thornquist. The vote was called. The vote was unanimous.
WAIVE FEES FOR USE OF LAKEVIEW LODGE
Carol Stamper was present, to request waiving of the fee for the Lakeview Lodge, for use by the First Church of Christ Congregational, for a youth event on October 25, 2009. The motion was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Briggs. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Selectmen acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Bethany Land Trust regarding the cable across the dirt portion of Northrop Road to Beacon Road. No action was taken on this correspondence.
SENIOR HOUSING
The Selectmen briefly discussed the Senior Housing proposal, presently being considered on the Airport property, with Donald Shea.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:55 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded by Selectman Thornquist.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
APRIL 27, 2009
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Attendance: First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Walter Briggs, Selectman Steven Thornquist
Visitors: Carol Stamper, Donald Shea
First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall. The first order of business was check signing. First Selectwoman Gorski asked all to rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
First Selectwoman Gorski called for approval of the minutes of the previous meeting of April 13, 2009. The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded by Selectman Thornquist. There were no changes to the minutes. The minutes were then approved on a unanimous vote.
TAX REFUNDS
First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion for Tax Refunds. The motion to refund to Bobbie Charlene the sum of $114.13, to James Pace the sum of $64.80, to Jason Jasiorkowski the sum of $5.00, to Kevin Neal the sum of $254.45, Muhammed Z. Chaudhri the sum of $6.26 and to Stephen Cohen the sum of $5.57 all for overpayment of taxes was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded b y Selectman Thornquist. The vote was called. The vote was unanimous.
WAIVE FEES FOR USE OF LAKEVIEW LODGE
Carol Stamper was present, to request waiving of the fee for the Lakeview Lodge, for use by the First Church of Christ Congregational, for a youth event on October 25, 2009. The motion was moved by Selectman Thornquist and seconded by Selectman Briggs. The vote taken was unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Selectmen acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Bethany Land Trust regarding the cable across the dirt portion of Northrop Road to Beacon Road. No action was taken on this correspondence.
SENIOR HOUSING
The Selectmen briefly discussed the Senior Housing proposal, presently being considered on the Airport property, with Donald Shea.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment was called at 7:55 p.m. after a motion was moved by Selectman Briggs and seconded by Selectman Thornquist.
Respectfully submitted,
June G. Riley
Secretary, Board of Selectmen
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