Wednesday, November 5, 2014


Minutes of the Bethany Cemetery Commission

Regular Meeting on March 17,  2014
 
Draft

A regular meeting of the Bethany Cemetery Commission was held in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall on Wednesday, October 22, 2014.  In attendance were : Will Brinton ~ Chairman,  Mary Ehrler, Tony Esposito, Pat Stewart and Kris Sullivan.  Excused were Carol Goldberg and Steve Thornquist. 

The meeting was called to order at 7:42 p.m. by the Chairman.

 

Approval of Minutes

The minutes  of the Commissions regular meeting on February 3, 2014 were distributed.  It was moved by Esposito and seconded by Stewart to accept and approve the minutes as submitted.

Unanimous approval.

 

Carrington Cemetery Mapping Update

The Chairman reported that he had been in contact with Town Engineer Dave Nafis.  Until the snow cover is gone the engineer cannot verify some items in the field.  The Chairman will provide an updated report at the Commission’s next regular meeting.

 

Cemetery Fees and Bylaws

Since Goldberg was not present there was no discussion on this item except the note that the Chairman will be in contact with Goldberg regarding any information on sample fees that she has gathered.

Ehrler noted that St. Agnes Cemetery in Branford allows two cremains per plot.  She also noted that the Commission should consider if green burials could be used or if vaults could be above the ground.  Further discussion was continued until Goldberg could be present to discuss sample by laws she has gathered.

 

Carrington Road Cemetery Gravestone Repairs

A date of Sunday April 6th at 9 a.m. was scheduled to inspect the gravestones at the cemetery to determine what stones are in need of repair.  April 26th was selected as an alternative rain/snow date. 

 

Other Business

                Ehrler noted that Dick Hemingway had taken pictures of all the graves in the cemeteries in Town.  In discussion it was decided that five copies of the CD’s of each cemeteries grave stone would be made.  Copies will go to the Commission, Library, Town Hall and Historical Society.  The two churches will also receive a copy of the stones for their respective cemeteries.

                There was also discussion of posting the stones on any website for the town cemeteries that may be created.

 

Adjournment

                There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Esposito and seconded by Stewart to adjourn the meeting at 8:26 p.m.

Unanimous approval.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

 

 

Kristine Sullivan, Acting Secretary`          

MINUTES OF THE BETHANY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS REGULAR

MEETING OF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2014                                   Page 1 of 5      

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.

 

Roll call was taken.

 

The following Board Members were present:

            James Seaton, Chairman

            Ruth Beardsley, Member

            Margaret Foley, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member

Thomas Magda, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member

Ryan Shea, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member

 

The following Board Members were absent or excused:

            Carol Goldberg, Vice-Chairman

            Walter Briggs, Member

            Lisa Gaw, Member

 

Also present was:  Isabel Kearns, Zoning Enforcement Officer

                              Kevin McSherry, Town Attorney

 

 

MINUTES


 

It was moved by Beardsley and seconded by Shea to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2014, Regular Meeting, with the following amendment:

  • First page, Under MINUTES – Reads “It was moved by Magda and seconded by Shea” Change to “It was moved by Magda and seconded by Gaw”.

Voting for:  Seaton, Beardsley, Foley, Magda, Shea.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

BILL

 

It was moved by Beardsley and seconded by Magda to approve the payment of a bill for $105.00, dated October 14, 2014, from Anne Sohon for recording services for the public hearing (4 Simpson Court).

Voting for:  Seaton, Beardsley, Foley, Magda, Shea.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OTHER CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED:

A.      Letter from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, to Mr. & Mrs. Leonardis Stefanis owners of       4 Simpson Court, dated September 26, 2014, Re:  Compliance with the zoning regulations for 4 Simpson Court.

B.      Connecticut Federation of Planning and Zoning Agencies Quarterly Newsletter, Summer 2014.

C.      Connecticut Federation of Planning and Zoning Agencies Quarterly Newsletter, Spring 2014.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – 4 SIMPSON COURT

 

At  7:03 p.m., Chairman Seaton opened the public hearing in regard to the application submitted by MaryAnn and Leonardis Stefanis for property located at 4 Simpson Court seeking the following variances of the Zoning Regulations to rebuild their house:

·         A 1% increase in the maximum building coverage to allow 11% where only 10% is allowed.

·         A 2.5% increase in the maximum ground coverage to allow 17.5% where only 15% is allowed.

·         A 12.9’ variance of the rear yard setback to allow a 37.1’ rear yard setback.

·         A 7.8’ variance of the front yard setback to allow a 42.2’ front yard setback.

·         A 3.9’ variance of the side yard setback to allow a 46.1’ southerly side yard setback.

 

Chair Seaton read the legal notice for the public hearing.

 

Chair Seaton stated for the hearing record that he is a landowner in close proximity of the subject property and this will not interfere with his decision on the application.

 

Isabel Kearns, Zoning Enforcement Officer, noted the following:

  • House burnt down.
  • Lot is only .5 acre in a zone where every lot is supposed to be a 1.5 acre.
  • Property is off the watershed and proposed construction will not have an impact on any water company properties.

 

Chairman Seaton noted that the Board received the following items relative to the subject application.  Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:

1)      Exhibit 1A –  Letter from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated September 26, 2014, to Mr. and Mrs. Leonardis Stefanis, Re:  4 Simpson Court, redevelopment not in compliance with Zoning Regulations.

2)      Exhibit 1B – “Certificate of mailing” dated October 3, 2014, listing addresses of the surrounding property owners within 100 feet of the property that were notified of this application.

3)      Exhibit 1C – Copy of email from Town Attorney Kevin McSherry to Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated September 26, 2014, Re:  Non-permitted structures at 4 Simpson Court.

4)      Exhibit 1D – Submitted by applicant, a photograph of rear view of house at 4 Simpson Court.

 

 

 

5)      Exhibit 1E – Submitted by applicant, a photograph of rear view of house at 4 Simpson Court.

6)      Exhibit 1F – Submitted by applicant, a photograph of front view of house at 4 Simpson Court.

7)      Exhibit 1G – Aerial map from Town of Bethany GIS of 4 Simpson Court.

8)      Exhibit 1H – Map of lot sizes in area of Simpson Court.

9)      Exhibit 1”I” – Map of Simpson Court and adjoining properties with foot markers of property lines.

10)  Exhibit 1J – Map entitled “Boundary Map” dated September 11, 2014, revised to September 22, 2014, prepared by D’Amico Associates, Oxford, Connecticut.

 

Kevin McSherry, Town Attorney, noted the following:

  • The items that were not legally permitted on the property cannot be used in the decision making by the Board.

 

Commission members noted:

  • The patio on the western side has been there for 40 years and the applicants enclosed it.
  • New home will be 1,960 square feet with garage underneath.
  • Existing driveway shown on the “Boundary Map” will be a new driveway.
  • Well is located near driveway southeastern corner of the property.
  • Septic is located to the west side of the property.

 

Present to speak on behalf of the application were MaryAnn and Leonardis Stefanis, applicants and property owners.

 

MaryAnn Stefanis noted:

  • Submitted photographs of house (Exhibit 1D, 1E, and 1F) and explained to Board Members.
  • Followed footprint of preexisting porch that was there for enclosure.
  • Soil testing completed and reserve area for septic system is located in back of house.
  • Garage will be underneath.

 

Chairman Seaton asked if there were any public members who would like to speak in favor of the application.  The following public member spoke:

·         Doris Beswick of 3 Simpson Court - Concerned with driveway being close to drainage pipe on her property and does not have any issues with construction of new home. ZEO stated proposed driveway is 24 feet away from drainage pipe

 

Chairman Seaton asked if there were any public members who would like to speak in opposition of the application.  There were no comments.

 

At 7:41, it was moved by Magda and seconded by Foley to close the public hearing on the subject application.  Unanimous approval.

 

 

 

DELIBERATION AND DECISION MAKING SESSION

 

4 Simpson Court

 

Board members and Town Attorney further discussed the application and proceeded to deliberate.

 

It was moved by Beardsley and seconded by Foley that the Bethany Zoning Board of Appeals grants the application of MaryAnn and Leonardis Stefanis for the property located at 4 Simpson Court and shown on Assessor’s Map #112, Lot #54 for a variance of Sections 3.4, 4.1.B. and 4.1.C. of the Bethany Zoning Regulations which variances are as follows:

·         A 1% increase in the maximum building coverage to allow 11% where only 10% is allowed.

·         A 2.5% increase in the maximum ground coverage to allow 17.5% where only 15% is allowed.

·         No more than a 12.9 foot variance of the rear yard setback to allow a 37.1 foot rear yard setback.

·         No more than a 7.8 foot variance of the front yard setback to allow a 42.2 foot front yard setback.

·         No more than a 3.9 foot variance of the side yard setback to allow a 46.1 foot southerly side yard setback.

 

These variances are granted subject to the following conditions:

1.      The variance shall not be effective until a copy of it, certified by the Chairman or the Secretary of the Board, and containing a legal description of the subject property, and specifying the nature of the variance (including the Sections of the Zoning Regulations being varied) is filed with the Bethany Town Clerk for recording on the Bethany Land Records by the applicant or owner.  A copy of the recorded document shall also be filed with the Zoning Enforcement Officer.

 

Based upon the evidence presented at the public hearing and the facts revealed by the Board’s general acquaintance with the Town and with the general locality of the subject property, the Board makes the following findings having given due consideration to the proposed location of the proposed business in reference to the following:

1)      Special conditions and circumstances exist which are unique to the subject property and which do not affect generally the district to which it is situated.  These conditions and circumstances are pre-existing size of the lot and the use of the existing foundation as much as possible for the proposed house.

2)      These special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant or the property owner.

3)      The reasons set forth in the application justify the granting of the variance so as to make possible the reasonable use of the land.

4)      Due consideration has been given to conserving the public health, safety, convenience, welfare, and property values.

Vote 5 to 0.

Voting for:  Seaton, Beardsley, Foley,  Magda, Shea.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT


 

There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Shea and seconded by Foley to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:01 p.m.

Unanimous approval.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Antonia R. Marek, Clerk

For the Zoning Board of Appeals

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, October 21, 2014


MEETING OF TUESDAY, OCTOBER MINUTES OF THE BETHANY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS REGULAR

October 14, 2014                                   Page 1 of 5    

The regular meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Commission Meeting Room of the Bethany Town Hall, 40 Peck Road, Bethany, Connecticut.

 

Roll call was taken.

 

The following Board Members were present:

            James Seaton, Chairman

            Ruth Beardsley, Member

            Margaret Foley, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member

Thomas Magda, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member

Ryan Shea, Alternate Member, seated as a voting member

 

The following Board Members were absent or excused:

            Carol Goldberg, Vice-Chairman

            Walter Briggs, Member

            Lisa Gaw, Member

 

Also present was:  Isabel Kearns, Zoning Enforcement Officer

                              Kevin McSherry, Town Attorney

 

 

MINUTES


 

It was moved by Beardsley and seconded by Shea to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2014, Regular Meeting, with the following amendment:

  • First page, Under MINUTES – Reads “It was moved by Magda and seconded by Shea” Change to “It was moved by Magda and seconded by Gaw”.

Voting for:  Seaton, Beardsley, Foley, Magda, Shea.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

BILL

 

It was moved by Beardsley and seconded by Magda to approve the payment of a bill for $105.00, dated October 14, 2014, from Anne Sohon for recording services for the public hearing (4 Simpson Court).

Voting for:  Seaton, Beardsley, Foley, Magda, Shea.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OTHER CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED:

A.      Letter from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, to Mr. & Mrs. Leonardis Stefanis owners of       4 Simpson Court, dated September 26, 2014, Re:  Compliance with the zoning regulations for 4 Simpson Court.

B.      Connecticut Federation of Planning and Zoning Agencies Quarterly Newsletter, Summer 2014.

C.      Connecticut Federation of Planning and Zoning Agencies Quarterly Newsletter, Spring 2014.

 

 

PUBLIC HEARING – 4 SIMPSON COURT

 

At  7:03 p.m., Chairman Seaton opened the public hearing in regard to the application submitted by MaryAnn and Leonardis Stefanis for property located at 4 Simpson Court seeking the following variances of the Zoning Regulations to rebuild their house:

·         A 1% increase in the maximum building coverage to allow 11% where only 10% is allowed.

·         A 2.5% increase in the maximum ground coverage to allow 17.5% where only 15% is allowed.

·         A 12.9’ variance of the rear yard setback to allow a 37.1’ rear yard setback.

·         A 7.8’ variance of the front yard setback to allow a 42.2’ front yard setback.

·         A 3.9’ variance of the side yard setback to allow a 46.1’ southerly side yard setback.

 

Chair Seaton read the legal notice for the public hearing.

 

Chair Seaton stated for the hearing record that he is a landowner in close proximity of the subject property and this will not interfere with his decision on the application.

 

Isabel Kearns, Zoning Enforcement Officer, noted the following:

  • House burnt down.
  • Lot is only .5 acre in a zone where every lot is supposed to be a 1.5 acre.
  • Property is off the watershed and proposed construction will not have an impact on any water company properties.

 

Chairman Seaton noted that the Board received the following items relative to the subject application.  Exhibit identification was assigned as noted:

1)      Exhibit 1A –  Letter from Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated September 26, 2014, to Mr. and Mrs. Leonardis Stefanis, Re:  4 Simpson Court, redevelopment not in compliance with Zoning Regulations.

2)      Exhibit 1B – “Certificate of mailing” dated October 3, 2014, listing addresses of the surrounding property owners within 100 feet of the property that were notified of this application.

3)      Exhibit 1C – Copy of email from Town Attorney Kevin McSherry to Isabel Kearns, ZEO, dated September 26, 2014, Re:  Non-permitted structures at 4 Simpson Court.

4)      Exhibit 1D – Submitted by applicant, a photograph of rear view of house at 4 Simpson Court.

 

 

 

5)      Exhibit 1E – Submitted by applicant, a photograph of rear view of house at 4 Simpson Court.

6)      Exhibit 1F – Submitted by applicant, a photograph of front view of house at 4 Simpson Court.

7)      Exhibit 1G – Aerial map from Town of Bethany GIS of 4 Simpson Court.

8)      Exhibit 1H – Map of lot sizes in area of Simpson Court.

9)      Exhibit 1”I” – Map of Simpson Court and adjoining properties with foot markers of property lines.

10)  Exhibit 1J – Map entitled “Boundary Map” dated September 11, 2014, revised to September 22, 2014, prepared by D’Amico Associates, Oxford, Connecticut.

 

Kevin McSherry, Town Attorney, noted the following:

  • The items that were not legally permitted on the property cannot be used in the decision making by the Board.

 

Commission members noted:

  • The patio on the western side has been there for 40 years and the applicants enclosed it.
  • New home will be 1,960 square feet with garage underneath.
  • Existing driveway shown on the “Boundary Map” will be a new driveway.
  • Well is located near driveway southeastern corner of the property.
  • Septic is located to the west side of the property.

 

Present to speak on behalf of the application were MaryAnn and Leonardis Stefanis, applicants and property owners.

 

MaryAnn Stefanis noted:

  • Submitted photographs of house (Exhibit 1D, 1E, and 1F) and explained to Board Members.
  • Followed footprint of preexisting porch that was there for enclosure.
  • Soil testing completed and reserve area for septic system is located in back of house.
  • Garage will be underneath.

 

Chairman Seaton asked if there were any public members who would like to speak in favor of the application.  The following public member spoke:

·         Doris Beswick of 3 Simpson Court - Concerned with driveway being close to drainage pipe on her property and does not have any issues with construction of new home. ZEO stated proposed driveway is 24 feet away from drainage pipe

 

Chairman Seaton asked if there were any public members who would like to speak in opposition of the application.  There were no comments.

 

At 7:41, it was moved by Magda and seconded by Foley to close the public hearing on the subject application.  Unanimous approval.

 

 

 

DELIBERATION AND DECISION MAKING SESSION

 

4 Simpson Court

 

Board members and Town Attorney further discussed the application and proceeded to deliberate.

 

It was moved by Beardsley and seconded by Foley that the Bethany Zoning Board of Appeals grants the application of MaryAnn and Leonardis Stefanis for the property located at 4 Simpson Court and shown on Assessor’s Map #112, Lot #54 for a variance of Sections 3.4, 4.1.B. and 4.1.C. of the Bethany Zoning Regulations which variances are as follows:

·         A 1% increase in the maximum building coverage to allow 11% where only 10% is allowed.

·         A 2.5% increase in the maximum ground coverage to allow 17.5% where only 15% is allowed.

·         No more than a 12.9 foot variance of the rear yard setback to allow a 37.1 foot rear yard setback.

·         No more than a 7.8 foot variance of the front yard setback to allow a 42.2 foot front yard setback.

·         No more than a 3.9 foot variance of the side yard setback to allow a 46.1 foot southerly side yard setback.

 

These variances are granted subject to the following conditions:

1.      The variance shall not be effective until a copy of it, certified by the Chairman or the Secretary of the Board, and containing a legal description of the subject property, and specifying the nature of the variance (including the Sections of the Zoning Regulations being varied) is filed with the Bethany Town Clerk for recording on the Bethany Land Records by the applicant or owner.  A copy of the recorded document shall also be filed with the Zoning Enforcement Officer.

 

Based upon the evidence presented at the public hearing and the facts revealed by the Board’s general acquaintance with the Town and with the general locality of the subject property, the Board makes the following findings having given due consideration to the proposed location of the proposed business in reference to the following:

1)      Special conditions and circumstances exist which are unique to the subject property and which do not affect generally the district to which it is situated.  These conditions and circumstances are pre-existing size of the lot and the use of the existing foundation as much as possible for the proposed house.

2)      These special conditions and circumstances do not result from the actions of the applicant or the property owner.

3)      The reasons set forth in the application justify the granting of the variance so as to make possible the reasonable use of the land.

4)      Due consideration has been given to conserving the public health, safety, convenience, welfare, and property values.

Vote 5 to 0.

Voting for:  Seaton, Beardsley, Foley,  Magda, Shea.

Unanimous approval.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT


 

There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Shea and seconded by Foley to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:01 p.m.

Unanimous approval.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

Antonia R. Marek, Clerk

For the Zoning Board of Appeals

 

 

 

 

 

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

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DRAFT

 

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

Visitors:  Brian Van Ostenbridge, Jackie Van Ostenbridge, Nicholas Poulmas, Rod White, Janice Howard, William Brinton

First Selectwoman Gorski called the meeting of the Board of Selectmen to order at 7:32 pm.  The meeting was held in the Conference Room of the Bethany Town Hall.  First Selectwoman Gorski led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance.  Check signing was the next order of business.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

First Selectwoman Gorski called for a motion of approval for the minutes of the joint meeting with the Board of Finance of May 1, 2014.  Since Selectwoman Magda and Selectman Shea had questions regarding the minutes, approval was tabled.

 

Selectman Shea moved to approve the minutes of July 28, 2014.  The motion was seconded by Selectwoman Magda.  There were no changes to the minutes.  The minutes were approved on a unanimous vote. 

 

Selectman Shea moved to approve the minutes of the meeting of August 11, 2014.  First Selectwoman Gorski seconded the motion.  There were no changes to the minutes.  The vote was called.  The vote was 2 yes votes and 1 abstention that of Selectwoman Magda as she was absent from that meeting.

 

CORRESPONDENCE

 

The Selectmen received correspondence from Thelma Lumpkin regarding the condition of the house and property at 91 Sperry Road.  They also received correspondence from Pat and Kevin Towne.

 

USE OF AIRPORT BY BARONY OF DRAGONSHIP HAVEN

 

Brian and Jackie Van Ostenbridge were present to request use of the Airport to hold a Barony of Dragonship Haven Fair on May 15, 16, 17 2015.  This event is a mid evil fair which features horse events, crafts and cooking demonstrations of that period.  May 15th would be a set up day.  The event would take place on May 16th and cleanup would take place on May 17th.  The event is free to the public.  They would need permission for camping since some of the exhibitors come from a distance.  The Selectmen discussed the use and determined this would be a suitable event for the location.  The van Ostenbridges will get more information to the Park and Recreation in the coming months. 

 

 

 

 

38 LUKE HILL ROAD

 

The residents of 38 Luke Hill Road were present to talk to the Selectmen regarding the recent paving of Luke Hill Road and how it affected their driveway.  They recently had a new driveway put in with curbing to redirect the water.  When the Town repaved Luke Hill they damaged this curb and the entrance to their driveway.  Following discussion it was determined that the Town would restore the curbing and driveway. 

 

ADDITION TO AGENDA

 

Selectman Shea moved to add APPOINTMENT OF FIRE INSPECTOR AND FIRE INVESTIGATOR and SENIOR BUS to the agenda of this meeting.  Selectwoman Magda seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 

 

APPOINTMENT OF FIRE INSPECTOR AND FIRE INVESTIGATOR

 

Selectman Shea moved to appoint Alex Wilson Jr. as Fire Inspector for the Town of Bethany.  Selectwoman Magda seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous.

 

Selectwoman Magda moved to appoint Ron Goodmaster as Fire Investigator for the Town of Bethany.  There will be no compensation from the Town of Bethany for their services.  Selectman Shea seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous.

 

BETHANY CEMETERY COMMITTEE

 

William Brinton was present to update the Board of Selectmen on the progress of the Cemetery Committee.  The committee has received a quote for repair of stones in the Sperry Cemetery.  The committee flagged monuments that needed repair.  J. Clark Landscaping LLC submitted a quote for the repair.  The cost would be $2,110.  The money to pay for the work would come out of the Cemetery Fund.  William has looked into a cemetery grave finder.  It would locate where burials are located.   The committee has also discussed the hedges at Carrington Cemetery.  They are blocking visibility at both entrances.  It will have to be the subject of the next meeting of the Committee.  They will then bring their recommendations to the Selectmen.    

 

SKATING AT VETERANS PARK

 

The Selectmen discussed the liability of skating at Veterans Park.  It is the opinion of Town Counsel and the insurance company that skating on a pond of this size with water running in is too much of a liability.   The Town will have to put up proper signage warning of the dangers of skating on the pond.

 

 

 

PARK & RECREATION BUS

 

Attorney McSherry has indicated that the Park & Recreation can accept the gift of a bus from the Bethany Volunteer Fire Department without a Town Meeting as long as the expenses to run it are within the approved budget.  The estimated savings for this fiscal year is estimated to be $5,000.

 

NUTMEG NETWORK

 

The Selectmen discussed the information First Selectwoman Gorski had gathered regarding the Nutmeg Network vs. Comcast for services.  Following discussion Selectwoman Magda moved the following resolution:

 

RESOLVED that First Selectwoman Derrylyn Gorski is empowered to enter into and amend contractual instruments in the name of and on behalf of the Town of Bethany with the State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services for the 2014 Grant to Connect to the Nutmeg Network in the amount of $11,800.

 

Selectman Shea seconded the motion.  The vote taken was unanimous. 

 

SENIOR BUS

 

The Greater New Haven Transit wants to divest their interest in the Bethany Senior Bus.  The Town could apply for a grant of $4,000 from the State of Connecticut and if approved this grant would cover the purchase price of the bus.

 

TAX REFUNDS

Selectman Shea moved to refund to Albert or Barbara Miller the sum of $15.63, to All Vehicles Leasing the sum of $52.45, to Joseph  or Anastasia Przbyloski the sum of 112.48, to Howard J. Dunn the sum of $8.00, to Joseph Mauro, Jr the sum of $7.05, to Marianne Stefanis the sum of $238.48, to Paul G. Mingrino the sum of $234.59, to Thomas Park the sum of $102.66 all for overpayment of taxes.  The motion was seconded by Selectwoman Magda.   The vote taken was unanimous.

 

OTHER MATTER PROPER TO COME BEFORE THE MEETING

Selectman Shea requested information on bidding for curbside pickup and cost of operation for the Recycling Center for the Solid Waste Committee. 

 

                                                                                                                Respectfully submitted,

 

 

                                                                                                                June G. Riley

                                                                                                                Secretary, Board of Selectmen