BOARD OF FINANCE

SPECIAL MEETING

JUNE 6, 2013

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Attendance:  Chairman Janet Brunwin, John Grabowski, Robert Brinton Jr., Aileen Magda, First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski

 

Visitors:  Sharon Huxley, David Forman

 

Chairman Brunwin called the meeting of the Board of Finance to order at 7:00 pm.  The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Chairman Brunwin called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the meeting of May 8, 2013.  The motion was moved by Aileen Magda and seconded by Robert Brinton Jr.  There were no changes to the minutes.  The vote was called.  The vote of approval was unanimous.

 

Chairman Brunwin called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the meeting of May 14, 2013.  The motion was moved by Robert Brinton Jr. and seconded by John Grabowski.  There were no changes to the minutes of that meeting.  The Chairman called the vote.  The vote taken was unanimous.

 

Chairman Brunwin called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the meeting of May 20.  Motion moved by John Grabowski and seconded by Robert Brinton Jr.  No changes were made to the minutes.  The vote taken was 3 yes votes and 1 abstention that of Aileen Magda as she was absent from that meeting.

 

TAX COLLECTOR’S SUSPENSE LIST

Tax Collector David Forman was present to request acceptance of the Suspense List that he had prepared.  Board members reviewed the list.    Robert Brinton Jr. moved a motion that was seconded by John Grabowski to accept the Suspense List as prepared by the Tax Collector David Forman in the amount of $12,342.12.  Vote taken was unanimous.

 

APPOINTMENT OF AUDITOR

Chairman Brunwin distributed a copy of the contract and associated information regarding appointment of an auditing firm for the fiscal year 2012-13 audit.  After a review Robert Brinton Jr. moved to appoint  O’Connor Davies, LLP to do the Town of Bethany audit for fiscal year 2012-13.  Motion seconded by John Grabowski.  Vote taken was unanimous.

 

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

Chairman Brunwin did not attend the Amity Finance Committee meeting, however in information that was forwarded to her from that meeting,  it appears that the surplus for fiscal year 2012-13 will only be $32,500. 

 

As this was Chairman Brunwin’s last meeting she gave out a list of duties that she had performed in her position as Board of Finance Chairman and indicated that if the new chair person needed assistance she was willing to help.

 

 

REPORT OF THE FIRST SELECTWOMAN

First Selectwoman Gorski went over the revenues to be received by the Town of Bethany for fiscal year 2013-14, as approved in the Governor’s budget. 

 

A brief discussion took place regarding the possibility of the State of Connecticut mandating that all municipalities adopt a universal set of account numbers for their bookkeeping. 

 

First Selectwoman Gorski presented Chairman Brunwin with a certificate of appreciation for the work she has done during her term of office as Chairman of the Board of Finance. 

 

ADJOURNMENT

Adjournment was called at 7:45 pm after a motion was moved by Aileen Magda and seconded by John Grabowski.  The vote taken was unanimous.

 

                                                                                Respectfully submitted,

 

 

                                                                                June G. Riley     

                                                                                Clerk, Board of Finance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MINUTES OF THE BETHANY INLAND WETLANDS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2013          Page 1 of 9

The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission was called to order at 7:36 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:

            Alexandra Breslin, Chair

            Kristine Sullivan, Vice-Chair

            Lisa Gaw, Member

            Roger Hathaway, Member

            Mig Halpine, Alternate Member, seated as voting member.

 

The following members of the Commission were absent or excused:

            Brian Smith, Member

            Eric Verab, Alternate Member

 

Also present were:

            Isabel Kearns, Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer

            Kevin McSherry, Town Attorney

 

 

It was moved by Gaw and seconded by Hathaway to add Application #1204 and #1205 and also add a discussion with John Chayka of 35 Sargent Drive to the agenda for this evening’s meeting.  Unanimous approval.

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

1)       788 Amity Road, Application #1204 submitted by Amity Road, LLC/Anthony Vallillo for an Inland Wetlands Permit for a 4-Lot Subdivision -

 

The Commission formally received the application.  Present to speak on behalf of this application was John Paul Garcia, P.E./L.S. representing the applicant.

 

Mr. Garcia reviewed the proposed project noting:

·         A kennel exists presently and a dog training facility.

·         The owner would like to develop a few lots for himself and his family. 

·         Reviewed roof drainage, driveway drainage, and the detention basin.

·         A Site Stormwater Management Plan, dated August 14, 2013, was submitted.

 

In discussion, Commission members noted:

·         Concerned with increasing the water flow.

·         The plan and drainage calculations will be forwarded to Diversified Technology Consultants to review before the next meeting.

·         Commission would like to do site visit.

 

Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, September 23, 2013.  Tabled.

2)      14 Tawney Drive, Application #1205 submitted by Edwin and Sharon Cox for an After-the-fact Inland Wetlands Permit for permanent boundary marker (4 fence posts) on northeastern boundary –

 

The Commission formally received the application.  Present to speak on behalf of this application was Edwin and Sharon Cox, applicants and owners of record.

 

The Commission received the following correspondence pertaining to this application:

1.      Letter from Regional Water Authority, dated August 23, 2013, Re:  Comments on review of application for 14 Tawney Drive, installation of fence posts.

2.      Email from Anne Warner of 228 Falls Road, dated August 26, 2013, Re:  Response to IW Application #1205, 14 Tawney Drive, with attached photograph.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Cox reviewed the proposed project noting:

·         They placed four fence posts on the eastern border of their property and the neighbor’s property located at 228 Falls Road.

·         The fence posts are four feet high.

·         The fence posts are 40 feet from the wetlands and are within the 150-foot wetlands review area.

·         Posts were placed to establish property lines.

 

Isabel Kearns, IWEO, stated Anne Warner of 228 Falls Road brought the fence posts to her attention and then Ms. Kearns contacted the Cox’s and asked them to present this application to the Inland Wetlands Commission.

 

In discussion, Commission members noted:

·         The Commission would like to schedule a site visit.

 

Anne Warner of 228 Falls Road spoke and stated that the fence posts are cement footers and go down two to three feet in the ground.  Ms. Warner also stated the posts were put up without any notice to and they are an eye sore and she is trying to sell her house.  Mrs. Warner stated she objects to them being placed on the property line and would like them removed.

 

Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, September 23, 2013.  Tabled.

 

3)      Discussion with John Chayka owner of 35 Sargent Drive, who would like to discuss the property located at 55 Sargent Drive –

 

Present for this discussion was John Chayka, owner of 35 Sargent Drive.

 

Mr. Chayka noted the following:

• He would like to purchase 55 Sargent Drive which is the abutting property to his current building at 35 Sargent Drive.
• He would like to pave the driveway for easier access as a warehouse to expand his business and use the existing drainage (catch basins) that are not in use at this time.
• Current business is growing and maxed out the building footprint at present property.
• Will clean up property.
• Will also tie in roof drains into existing drainage.

 

The Commission would like to schedule a site visit and determine if the existing system will be sufficient for the runoff from the driveway after paving.  The Commission is also concerned with the increased water flow from roof drains and would like to visit the site.

 

The Commission scheduled a Special Meeting for Monday, September 16, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room and added this item to the agenda.

Tabled.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING

 

·         74 Amity Road, Application #1200 submitted by Chemtura Corp. for an Inland Wetlands Permit for the remediation of pesticides within wetlands via soil excavation and removal -

 

At 7:49 p.m., Chair Breslin called to order the public hearing on the subject application.        Chair Breslin read the legal notice for the public hearing.   

 

Chair Breslin stated that she represents the Town of Bethany on the Regional Water Authority Policy Board and has not discussed the application with anyone. Lisa Gaw stated she is a current employee of the Regional Water Authority and has not discussed this application.  Roger Hathaway stated that he is a professional engineer and has worked in the area of environmental remediation.   Mr. Dirienzo stated that Chemtura and ARCADIS have no problem with these statements.

 

Chair Breslin noted that the Commission has received the following items relative to the subject application.  Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:

1. Exhibit 1A – Letter from Regional Water Authority, dated August 14, 2013, Re:  Comments on review of application for 74 Amity Road, Chemtura remediation.
2. Exhibit 1B – Received from ARCADIS, dated August 9, 2013, Feasible and Prudent Alternative, Wetland Soil Remediation in Storm Water Swale/Outfall, 74 Amity Road.

 

Present to speak on behalf of this application was Russ Dirienzo, Principal Geologist of ARCADIS and also present was Paul Natoli, Senior Environmental Scientist of ARCADIS both representing the applicant.

 

Mr. Dirienzo presented the proposed project and some items noted are as follows:

·         Applicant would like to sell property but site needs to be cleaned up first from the chemicals used from previous years.

·         The applicant sprayed minimal amount of chemicals on the property.

·         The study that was conducted shows  the level of chemicals are below human exposure criteria for human protection but they are above ground water protection criteria.

·         ARCADIS is proposing to dig out the soil two feet throughout the whole area noted on plan and then the soil will be safely contained, stored and then removed from the property.

·         ARCADIS is not proposing to backfill the remediated area and will leave area as a depression but will monitor the area on a quarterly basis and report back to the Inland Wetlands Commission for one year.  If within a year, the Inland Wetlands Commission is not pleased with this area, ARCADIS will do whatever has to be done to the area to comply with the Inland Wetlands Commission including backfilling.

·         There will be no contamination to any other properties in the area.

·         Chemtura will not sell site for a residential use.

·         Problems have been identified and will be contained with no risk to the public’s health.

·         ARCADIS will be installing three ground water wells and under State of Connecticut law the wells have to be monitored for two years and must come up clean (drinking water standards) before it can be closed out under the Connecticut remediation standards.

       

In discussion, Commission members noted:

• Carbon treatment has been placed on discharge of water from sump pump into catch basins.  Chemtura will maintain as long as building stands.
• Applicant proposing to remove the top soil in the wetlands.  The Commission is concerned what will grow in the subsoil and any erosion issues.  (Mr. Dirienzo will seed with wetlands seed and let nature take its course.  Mr. Dirienzo is confidant this will vegetate itself.)
• Boulders will be put back in place.

 

Chair Breslin asked if there were any comments from the public.  The following public members commented:

a)      John Lish of 18 Old Mill Road – Concerned with the eight feet of hazardous soil under the buildings and the process of removing the contaminated material in the wetlands as far as the fumes, dust and length of time to remove the contaminated materials. (Mr. Dirienzo stated once the project is started it won’t take longer than two months.  Also, Mr. Dirienzo stated when removing the wetland material, which should not cause dust,  they will have sprayers on site if dust should stir up and material will be stored on pavement with plastic under and over on Chemtura property.)

b)      Randy Raddatz of  22 Bethridge Road – Concerned that the application says approximately two weeks and now saying two months to complete project.  Also, concerned with seepage from the corral which sits next to Buildings 3 and 4 with nuclear radioactive material that was removed in 2008.  Mr. Raddatz asked if the new soil removed is going to be stored where the nuclear material was stockpiled.  Mr. Raddatz stated he is in favor of the remediation but would like full knowledge of the steps being taken to remediate the whole property.

c)      Rhoda Geoghegan of 5 Bethridge Road – Concerned with any visual impact such as tree cutting.

 

Also present was Ronald Walters of the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority.

Mr. Walters stated the Regional Water Authority’s two main concerns are petroleum spillage and erosion controls being adequate and the RWA will be doing routine inspections for any environmental issues. 

 

Mr. Dirienzo needs to supply to the Commission at the hearing continuation a double check narrative description of putting the boulders back, an invasive control plan associated with the monitoring that will be done and a radiological remediation.

 

At   9:01 p.m., Chair Breslin recessed the public hearing and continued it to the next regular meeting on Monday, September 23, 2013, in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall.  Tabled.

 

 

OLD BUSINESS

 

1.      74 Amity Road and 39 Old Mill Road, Application #1200 submitted by Chemtura Corp. for an Inland Wetlands Permit for the remediation of pesticides within wetlands via soil excavation and removal –  Hearing continued to the next regular meeting on Monday, September 23, 2013, at 7:45 p.m.  Tabled.

 

2.      91 Bethway Road, Application #1202 submitted by Elizabeth Doering (Sperry View Farm LLC) for an Inland Wetlands Permit for a riding arena –

 

Present to speak on behalf of this application was Elizabeth Doering, applicant and owner of record.

 

It was noted from the Commission’s site visit on August 24, 2013 that:

• The drain outlet is in the paddock area, which is below where the arena will be located.
• The applicant will use a drip line for the roof drainage

 

Commission members briefly discussed and then proceeded to deliberate.

 

It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Hathaway to approve Application #1202 submitted by Elizabeth Doering (Sperry View Farm LLC), for an Inland Wetlands Permit for the construction and associated filling needed to create an indoor riding arena located at 91 Bethway Road in accordance with the following submitted plans prepared by Megson & Heagle Civil Engineers & Land Surveyors, LLC, Glastonbury, Connecticut:

a)      “Boundary & Overall Plan”, dated October 16, 2012, revised to July 19, 2013.

b)      “Site Plan”, dated October 16, 2012, revised to July 19, 2013.

c)      “Erosion & Sediment Control Notes & Details”, dated July 19, 2013, with no revisions;

 

And as shown at this time there will be only a drip line for the roof drainage and in the event,  the applicant proposes to modify the drainage, the applicant is advised to come back to the Commission for their review.

 

This approval is subject to the standard conditions found on the Land Records Volume 93,    Pages 802 and 803.

 

The development of this project as shown on the plans should have minimal or no impact to the wetlands which the project will be developed on top of.

Vote:  5 to 0.

Voting were:  Breslin, Sullivan, Gaw, Hathaway, Halpine.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

3.      286 Bear Hill Road, Application #1203 submitted by Alfred Maiorano for an After-the-fact Inland Wetlands Permit to construct a barn on gravel –

 

No one present to speak on behalf of the application. 

 

It was noted from the site visit on August 24, 2013 that :

• Observed grass clippings and garden lawn clippings getting deposited on the slope directly above the stream.  Applicant needs to be advised to find an alternate location.
• Would like to have an as built where the barn is located because the barn is located more on the slope.
• Install some wetlands boundary markers due to barns closeness to slope.
• Placed barn in an area that the Inland Wetlands Commission would not have allowed.
• Propose to applicant to install some type of fencing along slope.
• Confirm the use of the barn.

 

Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to communicate the above information to the applicant.

 

Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, September 23, 2013.  Tabled.

 

4.      Discussion on Standard Conditions for Wetlands Permits –  Tabled.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.      Discussion regarding Bethany West clearing.  (Letter from Roman Mrozinski/Southwest Conservation District) –

 

Present for this discussion was Bruce Loomis, Chairman of the Conservation Commission.  The Commission sent the letter from Roman Mrozinski, dated November 19, 2012, to Mr. Loomis.  Mr. Loomis would like a map of the affected areas before walking the lake with the Conservation Commission.

 

It was noted from the site visit on August 24, 2013 that:

• The Commission would like a vegetated buffer to preserve water quality.
• The Town exceeded the limits of the boundaries of the vegetation; completely cut down.
• Need to stop the cutting and let nature come back.
• Beach area looks like it was expanded as originally approved.

 

In discussion, members noted:

• Possibly make a fishing platform for kids to fish.
• Can use some areas as an educational area for children.
• Maybe a potential for an Eagle Scout Project.
• Chair Breslin will communicate to First Selectwoman.
• Conservation Commission will walk the site.
• Need to work towards a plan to rehabilitate the area.
• Need to show areas of concern on a plan and forward to Selectmen.
• The Inland Wetlands Commission has never issued a Cease and Desist.

 

Town Attorney McSherry suggested once the Conservation Commission visits site then the IWC can take that information with theirs and put together a plan to present at a Selectmen’s Meeting.

 

The Commission would like Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to inquire about the two telephone poles by pavilion, two large black corrugated hoses in the water, and the outlet going into lake over on the lodge side of lake.  Tabled.

 

 

6.      Continuation of Show Cause Hearing regarding 292 Amity Road, Gombos, Cease and Desist the cutting of trees in wetlands or upland review area –

 

Isabel Kearns, IWEO, prepared a draft Release of Cease and Desist for Mr. Steve Gombos, owner of 292 Amity Road.   The Commission accepted Mr. Gombos’ narrative, dated July 23, 2013, for the Planting of Root Vegetable Plantings.

 

 

7.      Discussion with David Puzone, regarding 33 Deerfield Lane, development of property –

Tabled.

 

 

8.      185 Beacon Road, Discussion with Daniel Cusano regarding non-permitted barn –

Tabled.

 

9.      Continuation of Show Cause Hearing regarding Town of Bethany drainage repairs conducted in a regulated area without an Inland Wetlands Permit – Chair Breslin will contact Diversified Technology Consultants.  Tabled.

 

10.  Update on appeal submitted by James Woodward for 46 Mesa Drive –  Town Attorney McSherry would like to schedule a special meeting to discuss this item in executive session.  The Commission scheduled a Special Meeting for Monday, September 16, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room.

 

11.  Discussion in regard to amendments to the Inland Wetlands Regulations per State of CT –  Tabled.

 

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

1.      It was moved by Gaw  and seconded by Hathaway  to approve the minutes of the July 22, 2013, Regular Meeting with the proposed correction:

·         First page, Members Present – Reads “Mig Halpin” Correct to read “Mig Halpine”.

Voting were:  Breslin, Sullivan, Gaw, Hathaway, Halpine.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

BILL

 

1.      It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Hathaway to approve the payment of $75.00 to the Connecticut Association of Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission, Inc. for the Membership Renewal for the period of July 1, 2013, through June 30, 2014, for two commissions (sustaining).  Share with the Conservation Commission.

Voting were:  Breslin, Sullivan, Gaw, Hathaway, Halpine.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE

 

1.      Received from ARCADIS, dated August 9, 2013, Feasible and Prudent Alternative, Wetland Soil Remediation in Storm Water Swale/Outfall, 74 Amity Road.

2.      Letter from Regional Water Authority, dated August 14, 2013, Re:  Comments on review of application for 74 Amity Road, Chemtura remediation.

3.      Letter from Regional Water Authority, dated August 23, 2013, Re:  Comments on review of application for 14 Tawney Drive, installation of fence posts.

4.      Email from Anne Warner of 228 Falls Road, dated August 26, 2013, Re:  Response to IW Application #1205, 14 Tawney Drive, with attached photograph.

5.      Draft letter from Isabel Kearns, IWEO to Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Gombos of 292 Amity Road, dated August 27, 2013, Re:  Release of Cease and Desist Order, 292 Amity Road.

6.      Letter from Isabel Kearns, IWEO to Mr. and Mrs. Alan Clement of 290 Amity Road, dated July 26, 2013, Re:  Release of Cease and Desist Order, 290 Amity Road.

7.      Letter from Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Boynton of 54 Rainbow Road, dated August 13, 2013, Re:  Notice of Violation for deposition of gravel located at               54 Rainbow Road.

 

PUBLICATIONS AND WORKSHOPS

 

1.      A Newsletter for Municipal Inland Wetlands Agencies, CT DEEP, Inland Water Resources Division, July 2013.  

 

 

ENFORCEMENT OFFICER REPORTS - Tabled.

 

 

SCHEDULE SITE VISITS

 

Commission members scheduled a site visit for Sunday, September 15, 2013, at 1:00 p.m.  Commission members will meet at the Town Hall parking lot and proceed to 14 Tawney Drive, 788 Amity Road, and 55 Sargent Drive.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Gaw and seconded by Hathaway to adjourn the regular meeting at 10:32 p.m.  Unanimous approval.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Antonia R. Marek, Clerk

for the Inland Wetlands Commission 

 

 

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

JULY 8, 2013

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Attendance: First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski, Selectman Donald Shea, Selectwoman Aileen Magda


Visitors: Attorney Kevin McSherry joined the meeting at 8:00 pm.

The meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 7:35 pm. The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall. Check signing was the first order of business. All present stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.



APPROVAL OF MINUTES

First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the meeting of June 24, 2013. The motion of approval was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by First Selectwoman Gorski. The vote was called. There were two votes of approval that of Selectman Shea and First Selectwoman Gorski. Selectwoman Magda did not vote as she was not a member of the Board of Selectmen at that time.



APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS



ASSESSOR

A motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by First Selectwoman Gorski to appoint Mario Panagrosso to a two year term as Assessor for the Town of Bethany. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.



CEMETERY COMMITTEE

A motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectwoman Magda to appoint William Brinton and Steven Thornquist to the Cemetery Committee. The vote was called on this motion. A unanimous vote of approval was taken.



CONSERVATION COMMISSION

As a courtesy notification to the Board of Selectmen, First Selectwoman Gorski announced that she had appointed Dorothy Seaton as an alternate to the Conservation Commission.



CONSTABLE APPOINTMENT

Selectwoman Magda moved to appoint Jason Agvent, Mark Sheppard and Mark Jazwinski as Constables for the Town of Bethany. The motion was seconded by Selectman Shea. The vote was called. The vote taken was unanimous.



FIRE POLICE

The appointment of Thomas Hunt, Thomas Hicks, and Lester Warner to be Fire Police was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectwoman Magda. The vote was called. The vote taken for approval was unanimous.



PARK AND RECREATION

The Board of Selectmen is looking for new members to appoint to the Park and Recreation Commission.





AGENT TO THE ELDERLY

On a motion moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Aileen Magda, Jeanne DelVecchio was appointed as Agent to the Elderly. The vote taken was unanimous.



TOWN COUNCIL

A motion was moved by Selectman Shea to appoint Attorney Kevin McSherry as Town Council. The motion was seconded by Selectwoman Magda. The vote was called. Selectwoman Magda voted no and Selectman Shea abstained. First Selectwoman Gorski appointed Attorney McSherry per Town Ordinance.



TREE WARDEN

Selectman Shea moved to appoint Raymond Pantalone as Tree Warden. The motion was seconded by Selectwoman Magda. The vote taken was unanimous.



DEPUTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR

The motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectwoman Magda to appoint Clark Hurlburt and Michael Katzmark as Deputy Emergency Management Directors. The vote taken was unanimous.



VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK PAVILION

Discussion opened regarding removal of trash from the Veteran’s Memorial Park Pavilion by renters. The Selectmen agreed that a $25 returnable deposit should be taken to insure that trash was removed to the dumpster by anyone using the pavilion. The motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectwoman Magda. The vote taken was unanimous.



ANY OTHER MATTER PROPER TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING



PURCHASE OF AUDIO TAPE RECORDER.



Selectwoman Magda moved to make every effort to audio tape the Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance meetings using the audio tape recorder of the Land Use Commission. The motion was seconded by Selectman Shea. The vote taken was unanimous.



Selectwoman Magda moved a motion to request funds from the Board of Finance for the purchase of an audio tape recorder to be used at both the Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance meetings. The motion was seconded by Selectman Shea. The vote taken was unanimous.



DISCUSSION OF CREATING A BIPARTISAN CHARTER COMMISSION

The Board discussed creating a Bipartisan Charter Commission to develop a Town Charter with an 18 month appointment.











ADJOURNMENT

Adjournment was called at 8:30 pm after a motion was moved by Selectman Shea and seconded by Selectwoman Magda. The vote taken was unanimous.



Respectfully submitted,





Karen Hubbell

Temporary Secretary

MINUTES OF THE BETHANY INLAND WETLANDS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF MONDAY, JULY 22, 2013 Page 1 of 7


The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission was called to order at 7:34 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:

Alexandra Breslin, Chair, arrived at 7:43 p.m.

Kristine Sullivan, Vice-Chair, was Acting-Chair until Chair Breslin’s arrival.

Brian Smith, Member

Lisa Gaw, Member

Roger Hathaway, Member, arrived at 8:16 p.m.

Mig Halpin, Alternate Member, seated until Member Hathaway’s arrival.



The following member of the Commission was absent or excused:

Eric Verab, Alternate Member



Also present was:

Isabel Kearns, Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer





It was moved by Smith and seconded by Gaw to add Application #1202 and #1203 to the agenda for this evening. Unanimous approval.





NEW BUSINESS



1. 91 Bethway Road, Application #1202 submitted by Elizabeth Doering (Sperry View Farm LLC) for an Inland Wetlands Permit for a riding arena –



The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Elizabeth Doering, applicant and owner of record.



Ms. Doering reviewed the proposed project noting:

• She would like to build an indoor riding arena.

• She was advised that she needed a permit for the grading.



In discussion, Commission members noted:

• Applicant is proposing to grade in the wetlands.

• Applicant submitted revised plans dated to July 19, 2013.

• Commission would like to schedule a site visit.



Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, August 26, 2013. Tabled.







2. 286 Bear Hill Road, Application #1203 submitted by Alfred Maiorano for an Inland Wetlands Permit to construct a barn on gravel –



The Commission formally received the application. Present to speak on behalf of this application was Alfred Maiorano, applicant and owner of record.



Mr. Maiorano reviewed the proposed project noting:

• He is proposing a 20-foot by 28-foot barn on gravel.

• He will be storing a tractor and antique car in the barn.

• Applicant stated he wasn’t planning on installing roof drains because the water will fall onto gravel.

• Applicant is willing to install footing drains if Commission would like.



In discussion, Commission members noted:

• Commission would like to schedule a site visit.



Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, August 26, 2013. Tabled.



OLD BUSINESS



1) 74 Amity Road, Application #1200 submitted by Chemtura Corporation for an Inland Wetlands Permit for remediation of pesticides within wetlands, via soil excavation and removal –

Present to speak on behalf of this application was Russ Dirienzo, Principal Geologist of ARCADIS representing the applicant. Also present was Ronald Walters of the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority.



Some members of the public were present. Mr. Dirienzo provided a brief presentation of the proposed project.



Chair Breslin noted that some Commission members were at the site visit on July 7, 2013, and members were able to follow where the main bulk of the work will be conducted.



Commission members had a concern that even though the Commission has been provided with detailed information, the applicant will be working in the wetlands and under the Inland Wetlands Regulations there is a potential for a significant impact to the wetlands on the Regional Water Authority property. The Commission would like to conduct a public hearing.



It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Gaw to schedule a public hearing date of Monday, August 26, 2013, at 7:45 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall based on the finding by the Commission that there is a potential for a significant impact to the onsite RWA wetlands and watercourses.

Unanimous approval.



Also, the Commission would like more detailed information on the vernal pool that is being proposed.



Further discussion and appropriate action on the application was deferred until the Commission’s next regular meeting on Monday, August 26, 2013. Tabled.



2) 1070 Amity Road, Application #1201 submitted by Third Garden Park Limited Partnership for an Inland Wetlands Permit for the installation of well and electric lines for new wells –



Present to speak on behalf of this application was Steve Trinkaus, of Trinkaus Engineering, LLC, Civil Engineers and Director of Construction for Garden Homes Management Corporation, representing Third Garden Park.



Mr. Trinkaus reviewed the proposed project noting:

• Erosion control barrier being proposed with standard siltation fence.

• Very minimal disturbance just trenching.



In discussion, Commission members noted:

• Commission would like to back up siltation fence with haybales. Applicant suggested compost wattles instead of haybales. Applicant revised site plan and dated.



Commission members discussed and proceeded to deliberate.



It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Smith to approve Application #1201 submitted by Third Garden Park Limited Partnership for an Inland Wetlands Permit for the installation of well and electric lines for new wells located at 1070 Amity Road as presented in the application, testimony and in accordance with the submitted plans prepared by Trinkaus Engineering, LLC of Southbury, Connecticut entitled as follows:

a) “Overall Site Plan”, dated April 10, 2013, with no revisions, Sheet 1 of 2.

b) “Site Plan of Regulated Area”, dated April 10, 2013, with hand drawn revision dated July 22, 2013, Sheet 2 of 2, to show the use of 12-inch wattles set parallel 3-feet off the silt fence which were added to the plan from the stone wall near the Connecticut Water Company property to the rise above the utility building.

This approval is subject to the standard conditions found on the Land Records Volume 93, Page 802 and 803.



Based on the plans as submitted, which show good engineering practices, there should be minimal or no impact to the onsite wetlands and that this work should be coordinated with the Inland Wetlands Enforcement Officer so that it is completed in a dryer period.

Vote: 5 to 0.

Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Smith, Gaw, Hathaway.

Unanimous approval.



3) Discussion regarding Bethany West clearing. (Letter from Roman Mrozinski/Southwest Conservation District) –



Commission members reviewed the letter from Roman Mrozinski, dated November 19, 2012, and discussed his recommendations.



Commission members noted in discussion:

• The Town was clearing tall grass around perimeter of lake.

• Commission needs to issue a notice of violation stating the nature of the violation and attach a copy of the letter from Roman Mrozinski, dated November 19, 2012 and include a map with the areas marked out to be addressed.

• The Commission will schedule a site visit and take a map and mark out the areas of concern.

• The IWEO will produce a map to mark out the areas for the Commission.

• The Commission would like to engage the Conservation Commission.

Tabled.



4) Continuation of Show Cause Hearing regarding 292 Amity Road, Gombos, Cease and Desist the cutting of trees in wetlands or upland review area –



Isabel Kearns, IWEO, and Mr. Steve Gombos, owner of 292 Amity Road, prepared a “Narrative for Planting of Root Vegetable Plantings, 292 Amity Road, July 2013”. The Commission would like to revise narrative to add wording regarding Section 4.4 of the Inland Wetland Regulations.



It was moved by Smith and seconded by Sullivan to approve Mr. Gombos’ narrative with the amendment of adding the wording regarding Section 4.4 of the Town of Bethany Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Regulations and then once Mr. Gombos signs and dates the narrative, the Commission will approve the proposed activity with an authorized letter to him.

Unanimous approval.



Isabel Kearns, IWEO, to draft letter from the Inland Wetlands Commission to Mr. Gombos and then circulate to members for their review.

Tabled.



5) Discussion with David Puzone, regarding 33 Deerfield Lane, development of property –



Member Sullivan recused herself.



Isabel Kearns, IWEO, stated Mr. Puzone visited her and was questioning what the Commission wants him to do and also, Mr. Puzone was complaining that water is seeping out near the Sullivan’s property (41 Deerfield Lane).



Isabel Kearns, IWEO, and Chair Breslin started preparing a draft letter to Mr. Puzone regarding the protection of the wetlands and will complete before next meeting. Tabled.

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6) 185 Beacon Road, Discussion with Daniel Cusano regarding non-permitted barn –



Commission members reviewed the letter from Roman Mrozinski, dated November 26, 2012, and discussed his recommendations.



Commission members noted in discussion:

• The second area by the right of way that was filled was placed by the owner of the rear lot (Gaetano).

• When we do action on this, we also need to send a letter to the neighbor in back (Gaetano) to come in and review what their responsibilities are.

• Chair Breslin and Member Sullivan will draft a narrative and will distribute to Commission for review.

Tabled.





7) Continuation of Show Cause Hearing regarding Town of Bethany drainage repairs conducted in a regulated area without an Inland Wetlands Permit –



Commission members noted in discussion:

• What do we want to require the Town to do?

• Suggest have the Town pull back the pipe portion to where the turnaround ends and restore and open the channel.

• Town needs to restore the area to somewhat of its original condition.

• Need to remediate the area to slow down the flow of the water without causing further impact to the wetlands.

• The Commission would like to engage Diversified Technology Consultants to get input on how to mitigate the impact of the piping of this entire watercourse.

• The IWEO will contact DTC and check availability to meet at the site.

Tabled.





8) Update on appeal submitted by James Woodward for 46 Mesa Drive – Isabel Kearns, IWEO, stated Mr. Woodward submitted maps of a proposed agreement with the Bethany Town Attorney and Mr. Woodward’s attorney. Commission would like Town Attorney to be present to discuss this proposal in executive session. Tabled.



9) Discussion in regard to amendments to the Inland Wetlands Regulations per State of CT – Members received a copy of the proposed amendments that Member Sullivan updated from the State’s revisions that the Commission is required to do and suggested scheduling a public hearing for the fall. Tabled.











APPROVAL OF MINUTES



1. It was moved by Smith and seconded by Sullivan to approve, as submitted, the minutes of the June 22, 2013, Special Meeting/Site Visit.

Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Hathaway.

Smith abstained from vote as he was not present.

Unanimous approval.



2. It was moved by Smith and seconded by Sullivan to approve, as submitted, the minutes of the June 24, 2013, Regular Meeting.

Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Smith, Gaw.

Unanimous approval.



3. It was moved by Smith and seconded by Sullivan to approve, as submitted, the minutes of the July 7, 2013, Special Meeting/Site Visit.

Voting were: Breslin, Sullivan, Smith, Hathaway.

Unanimous approval.





BILL



1. It was moved by Sullivan and seconded by Gaw to approve the payment of $1,500.00 to the Southwest Conservation District for Municipal Contribution – Support of natural resource conservation effort and providing information, education and technical assistance to municipal agents and private landowners of Bethany. Budget year 2013/14.

Unanimous approval.





GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE



1. Letter from the Southwest Conservation District, dated July 1, 2013, Re: Annual Contribution Invoice for the Budget year 2013-2014.





PUBLICATIONS



1) Connecticut Federation of Lakes, June 2013.





ENFORCEMENT OFFICER REPORTS - Tabled.









ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND APPOINTMENT OF STAFF



1. It was moved by Gaw and seconded by Hathaway that the Inland Wetlands Commission elects Alexandra Breslin as Commission Chair for the term of 2013 to June 2014. Unanimous approval.



2. It was moved by Gaw and seconded by Hathaway that the Inland Wetlands Commission elects Kristine Sullivan as Commission Vice-Chair for the term of 2013 to June 2014.

Unanimous approval.



3. It was moved by Gaw and seconded by Hathaway that the Inland Wetlands Commission appoints Antonia Marek as Commission Clerk for the term of 2013 to June 2014.

Unanimous approval.





SCHEDULE SITE VISITS



Commission members scheduled a site visit for Saturday, August 24, 2013, at 8:00 a.m. Commission members will meet at the Town Hall parking lot and proceed to 91 Bethway Road, 286 Bear Hill Road, and Bethany West (265 Beacon Road).





ADJOURNMENT



There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Smith and seconded by Gaw to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:22 p.m. Unanimous approval.



Respectfully submitted,







Antonia R. Marek, Clerk

for the Inland Wetlands Commission

TOWN OF BETHANY

SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE MEETING

June 4, 2013

Bethany Town Hall Selectmen’s Conference Room

PRESENT: John Paul Garcia - Committee Co-Chair

Namita Wijesekera - Committee Co-Chair

Mary Sofair – Committee Secretary

John Grabowski - Committee Member

Rob White - Committee Member

Chip Spear- Committee Member

Bill Caliendo - Committee Member



1. Call to order 7:30 PM.

2. Linda Siclari-Stewart of Logistic Estimating Service present ( Third Party Estimator). Request made for her company to give comparison of stick-built versus modular construction for proposed approx. 12,000 square foot addition as agreed to in her estimate of services. Also requested for her to give us an estimate of the cost of demolishing the annexes. (Mary Sofair arrived at 8:00PM). Presentation of proposed project given to Ms. Siclari-Stewart. Questions and answers followed. She hopes to have information to us within 2 weeks.

3. Approval of minutes. Motion to approve Building Committee minutes from May 22, 2013 by N. Wijesekera. Seconded by Bill Caliendo. Vote: JP Garcia, N. Wijesekera, M. Sofair, J. Grabowski, R. White, B. Caliendo in favor. C. Spear abstained. Motion approved.

4. Visitor Comments: Request for committee to continue process as efficiently as possible.

5. Motion to adjourn by John Paul Garcia. Second by John Grabowski . Meeting adjourned 9:20PM.