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REMINDER - 6:30 P.M. – Board Photo AGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS DECEMBER 10, 2013 – 7:00 P.M. LINCOLN CENTER HEARING ROOM ONE MEETING AGENDA 1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER. 2. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS. A. Presentation of clock to John Topping. B. Citation: MHS Marching Band. 3. OPENING OF MEETING TO ELECTORS OR TAXPAYERS WHO WISH TO BE HEARD ON ANY SUBJECT WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (Sign-up sheet available 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting) 4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING. A. Minutes, November 18, 2013 – Swearing-in Ceremony B. Actions, November 19, 2013 – Regular Meeting C. Minutes, November 19, 2013 – Regular Meeting 5. COMMUNICATIONS. 6. REPORTS. A. Manager’s Report. 1. Racial Profiling. B. Other Reports. 1. Town Clerk Land Records Portal (e-filing). 7. PRESENTATION OF BID WAIVER REQUESTS. A. Alternative Energy Source. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS (formally advertised). * A. Appropriation to Special Projects as follows: 1. Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program Grant (2013/2014) ................... $127,875 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation. * B. Appropriations to Education Special Projects as follows: 1. College Career Pathways Grant (FY 13/14) ...................................................... $3,759 to be financed by a grant provided through Manchester Community College, College Career Pathways program. 2. Adult Education College Transition Pilot (FY 13/14) ................................... $100,000 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut Department of Education. * C. Appropriation to Capital Improvement Reserve – Public Works Equipment ....... $33,846 to be funded by the sale of surplus vehicles and equipment to be used toward the Town share of funding of the two hybrid vehicles being partially funded through the 2013 Connecticut Clean Fuel Grant. * D. Appropriation to Water Reserve ............................................................................ $22,750 for the removal of a weir structure at Globe Hollow Reservoir, to be financed from unallocated reserves. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR. 10. ACTION ON ITEMS OF PUBLIC HEARING. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS. A. Appointment of an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals with a term expiring November 2014 to fill the vacancy left by Geoff King.

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AGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

DECEMBER 10, 2013 – 7:00 P.M. LINCOLN CENTER HEARING ROOM

ONE MEETING AGENDA

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER. 2. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS. A. Presentation of clock to John Topping. B. Citation: MHS Marching Band. 3. OPENING OF MEETING TO ELECTORS OR TAXPAYERS WHO WISH TO BE

HEARD ON ANY SUBJECT WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (Sign-up sheet available 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting)

4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING. A. Minutes, November 18, 2013 – Swearing-in Ceremony B. Actions, November 19, 2013 – Regular Meeting C. Minutes, November 19, 2013 – Regular Meeting 5. COMMUNICATIONS. 6. REPORTS. A. Manager’s Report. 1. Racial Profiling. B. Other Reports. 1. Town Clerk Land Records Portal (e-filing). 7. PRESENTATION OF BID WAIVER REQUESTS. A. Alternative Energy Source. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS (formally advertised). * A. Appropriation to Special Projects as follows: 1. Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program Grant (2013/2014) ................... $127,875 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation. * B. Appropriations to Education Special Projects as follows: 1. College Career Pathways Grant (FY 13/14) ...................................................... $3,759

to be financed by a grant provided through Manchester Community College, College Career Pathways program.

2. Adult Education College Transition Pilot (FY 13/14) ................................... $100,000 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut Department of Education. * C. Appropriation to Capital Improvement Reserve – Public Works Equipment ....... $33,846 to be funded by the sale of surplus vehicles and equipment to be used toward the Town share of funding of the two hybrid vehicles being partially funded through the 2013 Connecticut Clean Fuel Grant. * D. Appropriation to Water Reserve ............................................................................ $22,750 for the removal of a weir structure at Globe Hollow Reservoir, to be financed from unallocated reserves. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR. 10. ACTION ON ITEMS OF PUBLIC HEARING. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.

A. Appointment of an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals with a term expiring November 2014 to fill the vacancy left by Geoff King.

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B. Appointments to Boards and Commissions which have members with terms expiring in November 2013: Board/Commission Name Term Expiring

Commission on Human Relations Adam Easley, 2 Alpine St (D) November 2016

Housing Commission Natalie Chirico, 49 Coughlin Rd (R) November 2016 12. NEW BUSINESS. * A. Appropriation to Special Projects (under $500) as follows: 1. Police Donations Revenue Account - Manchester Police Explorer Post ............... $35 to be funded by dues.

2. Manchester Animal Control ....................................................................................... $5 to be financed by a donation which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted.

B. Appointment of a member to the Workforce Development Commission to replace Jason E. Doucette. C. Resolution in support of Regional Performance Incentive Program Grants (CRCOG). D. Recommendation from Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission regarding development of a policy re use of tobacco products at Town-sponsored or co-sponsored events. E. Discussion: Landfill fees. F. Discussion: Cemetery fees. G. Discussion: SMARTR Committee recommendations. 13. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION BY BOARD MEMBERS ON ITEMS FOR

FUTURE AGENDA OR OF GENERAL CONCERN. 14. ADJOURNMENT. CONSENT CALENDAR: Items marked by an * which are not subsequently removed from the consent calendar by a Director are approved under item #9 of this Agenda.

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MINUTES TOWN OF MANCHESTER, CONNECTICUT

SWEARING-IN CEREMONY OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, BOARD OF EDUCATION

AND ELECTED OFFICIALS

Monday, November 18, 2013

CHENEY HALL 177 Hartford Road

Manchester Connecticut 06040 7:00 P.M.

PRESENT: Board of Directors: Timothy Devanney, Leo Diana, Steve Gates, Rudy Kissmann, Jay Moran, Lisa O’Neill, Cheri Pelletier, and Mark Tweedie

Board of Education: Deborah Hagenow, Mary Jane Pazda, Carl Stafford,

and Darryl Thames Constables: Charles Barrera, Jr., Albert J. Gionet, Salvatore Mancini,

John Orfitelli, Warren Packer, and Edward Slegeski Board of Selectmen: John Backer, Stephen Cassano, and Kevin Zingler ALSO: General Manager Scott Shanley, Lauren Marie Diana, Town Clerk Joseph

Camposeo, Father Kevin Cavanaugh (St. James Church), Nancy Thompson (Unitarian Universalist Society: East), Dan Thompson (Manchester’s Troubadour) and Tam Diana.

The meeting was called to order at 7:12 p.m. General Manager Shanley welcomed all of the elected officials on behalf of the Town Administration and said he is looking forward to working with everyone in the best interest of the community. The Manchester Fire-Rescue-EMS Color Guard, led by Honor Guard Commander/Fire Inspector James Jennings, processed into the hall and presented the colors (flags), followed by the Manchester Police Explorers, under the direction of Officer Adam Marois. The National Anthem was sung beautifully by Lauren Marie Diana. All in attendance participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, led by General Manager Scott Shanley. Father Kevin Cavanaugh of St. James Church delivered the invocation. Town Clerk, Joseph V. Camposeo administered the oath of office to the newly elected Board of Directors, Board of Education members, Town Constables and the Town Selectmen.

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Mayor Diana was introduced and delivered the following speech: “I would like to thank everyone for attending this program tonight and special thanks to my wife, Tam and our four children, Hillary, Vinny, Emily & Lauren who have kept things together while I have been out representing our Town over the last two years and I'd like to apologize now for anything that I will miss in the future. However, I must say that my family does attend many events with me as I did when I was younger, I'd go to meetings with my Dad. Giving back time and effort to our community is what makes Manchester such a great place to live in. I am just one example of that same spirit that is in everyone on this stage and hundreds of others throughout our community that do the same thing. Look at the huge events that take place in this town that are organized and run by thousands of volunteers -the MRR, Fourth of July fireworks, Cruisin on Main, the Memorial Day and Veterans Day Parades & Imagine Main St -these are just to name a few. Tonight you are witnessing "democracy in action". Going through an election is quite an exhausting process; you open yourself up to questions, criticism as well as praise. To be in the business of politics you need to commit to put the time in to understand the issues, evaluate the options and listens to others point of view in order to take a position then be able to support that position. It's not easy; the issues are not simple and usually quite complicated. I am very thankful for a second term as the Chairman of the Board. The people on this Board are some of Manchester's best and brightest; they are committed, they are problem solvers, working with them has been and will be a privilege. Manchester - what a spectacular community...the services provided in our town are second to none. It all starts with our administrators - Scott Shanley, Dede Moore and their staffs are efficient, professional, always available and very dedicated to Manchester as is each department head and employee. This municipality is a corporation that manages a budget of $200 million and has over 500 employees. It does not run by itself. The residents of Manchester are some of the finest people that I know; they are generations of families that have stayed in town over the years. They are educated, diverse, involved and focused on our community. We are very unique in that regard and it's no mistake because this is a great place to live, work, and play. We are close to everything that matters. In this term we will be making decisions that will affect this community for the next 50 years; the first being reconfiguring our elementary schools, which is something that is necessary for educational and financial reasons. We need safe and adequate facilities that we can afford to maintain, where our children can learn without distractions. I look forward to taking part in that process. The second is Broad Street. Now that the paving has been completed and the site is cleaned up, this Board will decide how to develop that property. My vision, as shared by many others, is to have a regional sports center there that will be a centerpiece for our Town and region, and will draw economic stimulation to our community.

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These and other goals need to be made a reality. This Board needs to be prepared to put the time in to do the work that will be required. We need to have vision to look to the future and not be satisfied with the status quo. I am very excited about this next term and ready to get to work. Thank you.” ELECTION OF VICE CHAIRMAN – BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mayor Leo Diana called for nominations for the position of Vice Chairman of the Town of Manchester for the term November 2013 – November 2015. Director Pelletier nominated and Director Gates seconded the nomination. In her nomination, Director Pelletier emphasized the importance of the position and responsibility of the Board of Directors have toward their elected duties. She said that Deputy Mayor Moran has all the attributes of a good Board leader, and he is dedicated to the Town of Manchester and its citizens. He often times extends a bi-partisan hand when issues are challenging. Director Gates seconded the nomination of Director Moran. He thanked the community for his second term and welcomed Director Devanney. He stated that since he has been serving on the Board of Directors, Deputy Mayor Moran has truly been a mentor in guiding him through his first two years on the Board of Directors. He effectively represents the community and is a great role model. The nomination passed unanimously. Deputy Mayor Moran gave the following speech: “Mayor Diana, General Manager Shanley, board members, elected officials, family, friends, citizens of Manchester, good evening! Thank you Director Pelletier, you are a great colleague, a good friend, a hard working elected official and yes, a Republican nominating a Democrat. You see we don't talk about bipartisanship here in Manchester, we live it! Congratulations to all those elected officials on this stage who have been sworn in tonight for this new term. You are true servants to our great community. I would like to thank my family, my wife Patty, my daughters Kristen and Elizabeth, and my son Jamie and my sweet angel Julia, who lives in my heart every day. They support and put up with my crazy life. I look forward to continuing to work with Mayor Leo Diana; he is a born leader, a great Manchester citizen and a true friend. He has always led us in a collaborative and civil manner. That's what we preach; that's how we govern, and that's what's best for Manchester. We lead with honesty, integrity, respect and perseverance. I also look forward to working again with Secretary Kissmann, Directors O'Neill, Gates, Pelletier, Tweedie, and Holmes. They have proven in the past that after Election Day, we are Manchester Directors; not Democrats, not Republicans; one board working on behalf of you, the citizens of Manchester. I welcome Director Devanney. You come from a great

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family who gives so much to the community. Not only through Highland Park Market and its great choice of meats, sandwiches, and my personal favorite, Shepard's pie, but through their generous time, donations, and support to many causes and organizations here in town. I have had the pleasure of working with your father, Tim, who chairs the RDA, and your sister Molly who has been involved in many great causes in Manchester. Molly has a way of getting us all involved in these activities. If you work as hard as they do, you will be a great addition to our board. I am excited to continue to work with General Manager Scott Shanley, his great staff, town department heads and all the town employees. They are true professionals who work above and beyond the call of duty on our behalf. The election is over and tomorrow night we as a board will roll up our sleeves and go to work for Manchester. Folks, we still face many challenges. We will have to balance a budget, keeping vital services alive without placing the burden on you, the taxpayer. The revitalization of Broad Street and the downtown area must remain a priority. We must keep our community safe. And as we change how and where we educate our children, we must reach out to everyone, hold forums, and give the citizens a voice in this process. These are still trying times, but together we will continue to make this an outstanding community. All you need to do is look from one end of Main Street to another to realize who we are and what we do. You see our Main Street not only represents us but America. We are diverse and our many restaurants represent that diversity from Hamburgers to Vietnamese, to Indian, to Mexican, to Chinese, to a pizza place where everybody knows your name. You can get your breakfast from several establishments, from fried eggs, to omelets, to pancakes to French toast. From 10 to noon most weekdays you can discuss Manchester with Director Kissmann over a cup of coffee and maybe a danish. You can go to the hardware store, a music store, and yes, a family sports shop. You can even get you hair and nails done. You can worship at so many denominations on Main Street. There are two hardworking Fire Departments, one on Main Street, one just off Main Street, and a Police substation to protect and serve us. And yes, a library, a park, a children's museum, a community college and a golf course. On Main Street and just off Main Street, there is history of the great Cheney family. And along Main street today you will find family businesses that not only have located their companies and restaurants here, but have served the community in so many ways. Names like Farr, Crockett, Irish, Cummings, Holmes, Dubaldo, Wry, Miller, Sulick, and Diana, to name a few. Just like any town in America, its great people make it a great place. Manchester has so many honorable people doing so many important things! Main Street is Manchester, Manchester is America. Our country stands strong, and so does the "City of Village Charm!" Fifty years ago we lost an Irish Catholic President. Twenty-five years ago, this Irish Catholic from West Haven fell in love with a young women named Patty, and soon after took a liking to Manchester, a place I proudly call home! It's a privilege to serve our town and I am humbled and honored to be your Deputy Mayor. God Bless America, God Bless Manchester, CT! Thank you.”

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Mayor Diana then asked for nominations for the Secretary of the Board of Directors. Director O’Neill nominated Director Kissmann. Director O’Neill stated that Director Kissmann has dedicated his life to the Town of Manchester. Having worked 42 years in the Town of Manchester and creating a top notch EMS team, Director Kissmann would be a tremendous asset serving as Secretary to the Town of Manchester Board of Directors. The nomination passed unanimously. Nancy Thompson (Unitarian Universalist Society: East) thanked the officials and the citizens. She discussed intentions and vast intentions which is a benefit to all beings. She invited everyone to take a breath and feel the energy, love, and vibrancy of the community. She asked the audience what they could do to build the community. She wished for all to be safe and to know happiness. Dan Thompson, Manchester’s Troubadour, sang “The Manchester Song” which was written in the 1800’s by an unknown author and truly expresses the spirit of the Town of Manchester. Tam Diana closed out the ceremony with a beautiful rendition of “America the Beautiful”. The ceremony concluded at 7:50 p.m.

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ACTIONS REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NOVEMBER 19, 2013 – 7:00 P.M. LINCOLN CENTER HEARING ROOM

ONE MEETING AGENDA

PRESENT: Mayor Diana, Deputy Mayor Moran, Secretary Kissmann, Directors O’Neill, Gates, Pelletier, Devanney, Tweedie, and Holmes

ALSO: General Manager Shanley and Town Attorney Barry

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER.

The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. All in attendance participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, led by Mayor Diana.

#354-13 A. ADOPTED - Adoption of Rules of Procedure. Moran/Pelletier Nine Voted in Favor #355-13 B. APPOINTED - Appointment of Town Attorney – Attorney Ryan Barry. Moran/Pelletier Nine Voted in Favor 4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING. #356-13 A. ADOPTED - Actions, October 8, 2013 – Regular Meeting #357-13 B. ADOPTED - Minutes, October 8, 2013 – Regular Meeting O’Neill/Moran Eight Voted in Favor

Devanney Abstained

9. CONSENT CALENDAR (with Item 12.H added). 8A. Appropriation to Special Projects as follows: #358-13 1. State Asset Forfeiture Account ...................................................................... $185,786 for continuing narcotics investigations, equipment, and/or training to be financed by proceeds from narcotics investigations. #359-13 2. Hockanum River Linear Park Special Grants Account ........................................ $650 to be financed by donations from which are gratefully acknowledged and accepted. #360-13 3. Historic Document Preservation ....................................................................... $6,500 for purchase of map storage files and supplies to be funded by a State Library Historic Preservation Grant. #361-13 4. Human Services – Health Department .................................................................. $610 toward purchase of an AED to be financed by a donation from CPR training

attendees which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. #362-13 5. Youth Service Bureau – Journey Program ......................................................... $7,455 to be financed by a grant from the State of Department of Education. #363-13 6. Manchester Police – Motor Vehicle Account .................................................. $13,853 for purchase, maintenance and/or repair of vehicles to be financed by funds resulting from the sale at auction of town owned police vehicles.

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Actions Page 2 of 7 #364-13 7. State Asset Forfeiture Account .......................................................................... $4,954 for maintenance and repair of East Central Narcotics (ECN) vehicles to be financed by proceeds from sale at auction of vehicles seized by ECN from drug-related cases. #365-13 8. Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program Grant (2012/2013) ................... $125,325 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation. 8B. Appropriations to Education Special Projects as follows: #366-13 1. TITLE I Improving Basic Programs Grant (2013-2015) ........................... $1,503,607 to be financed by the Connecticut State Department of Education for instructional and other literacy support staff. #367-13 2. Title II Part A Funding (2013-2015). ............................................................. $182,045 to be financed by a grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education to ensure that all students are performing at or above grade level. #368-13 3. Bilingual Education Program (2013-2014) ........................................................ $8,101 to be financed by a grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education. #369-13 4. Alliance District Grant ................................................................................ $2,592,535 to be financed by the Connecticut State Department of Education which in FY 12/13 and FY 13/14 made available increased grant funding to the districts in the greatest need, specifically for new programming. #370-13 5. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 611 .... $1,578,625 for special education students ages 3-21 to be funded by a grant from the Federal government for 2013-2015. #371-13 6. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 619 ......... $64,241 for special education students ages 3-5 to be funded by a grant from the Federal government for 2013-2015. 8C. Appropriation to Capital Improvement Reserve – #372-13 1. Charter Oak Greenway Extension ................................................................. $128,670 to be financed by an increase in a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, under the Enhancement Component of the Surface Transportation Program. #373-13 2. Manchester Road Race Donations ..................................................................... $5,000 to help offset the carbon footprint of the Manchester Road Race to be financed by a donation from The Manchester Road Race Committee

which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. #374-13 3. Deferred Construction Projects .......................................................................... $2,975

to be financed by payment received from Newberry Home Company, LLC, for installation of granite curb along the frontage of 102 Woodland Street,

in accordance with Chapter 279-31 of the Town Code of Ordinances. 8D. Appropriations to General Fund: #375-13 1. Public Safety – Police ........................................................................................ $2,500 for reimbursement of overtime expenses related to the Click It or Ticket

enforcement campaign for the period May 20 – May 30, 2013 to be financed by a grant from the Federal Highway Safety Program.

#376-13 8E. Appropriation to Fire Reserve – Fire Marshal’s Equipment Fund ............................. $500 to be funded by a grant from Connecticut Fair Plan for purchase of photography equipment to assist in fire investigations and inspections.

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Actions Page 3 of 7 12A. Appropriation to Special Projects (under $500) as follows: #377-13 1. Police Donations Revenue Account - Manchester Police Explorer Post ............. $258 to be funded by dues. #378-13 2. Manchester Animal Control ..................................................................................... $10

to be financed by a donation which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. #379-13 12B. Approval of 2014 Board of Directors meeting schedule. #380-13 12C. Acceptance of resignation of Geoff King (D) as an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals with a term expiring November 2014. #381-13 12F. Resolutions authorizing the Superintendent to apply for grants for the proposed re-roofing

projects at Bowers and Waddell elementary schools, establishing the Manchester Building Committee as the building committee and authorizing at least the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications.

Bowers Elementary School: (1) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors authorizes the

Manchester Board of Education to apply to the Commissioner of Education and to accept or reject a grant for the proposed re-roofing project at the Bowers Elementary School.

(2) RESOLVED, that the Manchester building committee is hereby established as the building committee with regard to the proposed re-roofing project at the Bowers Elementary School.

(3) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors hereby authorizes at least the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications for the re-roofing project at the Bowers Elementary School.

Waddell Elementary School: (1) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors authorizes the

Manchester Board of Education to apply to the Commissioner of Education and to accept or reject a grant for the proposed re-roofing project at the Waddell Elementary School.

(2) RESOLVED, that the Manchester building committee is hereby established as the building committee with regard to the proposed re-roofing project at the Waddell Elementary School.

(3) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors hereby authorizes at least the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications for the re-roofing project at the Waddell Elementary School.

#382-13 12H. Approval of the Second Amendment to the Tax Assessment Agreement between the Town of Manchester and Orford Village Housing Development Corporation, extending the completion date of the project to on or before December 31, 2013. Moran/Pelletier Nine Voted in Favor 12. NEW BUSINESS. #383-13 D. TABLED - Appointment of an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals with a term expiring November 2014 to fill the vacancy left by Geoff King. Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Actions Page 4 of 7 #384-13 E. APPOINTED - Appointment of Auditor – Blum Shapiro. Moran/Pelletier Nine Voted in Favor

#385-13 G. APPROVED - Approval of Residual Union Collective Bargaining Agreement –

July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2016. Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor

I. Appointments to Boards and Commissions which have members with terms expiring in

November 2013 *T represents appointments that were tabled; *R Represents reappointments; *A represents newly

appointed members to the Boards and Commissions: Board/Commission Name Term Expiring Advisory Board of Health R - Dr. Jamshid Marvasti, 130 Porter St (D) November 2016 R - Karen Gionet, 631 North Main St (D) November 2016 #386-13 Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor Advisory Rec. and Park Comm. R - Robert Kilpatrick, 61 Steep Hollow La (D)November 2016 R - Amy Gates, 111 Plymouth La (D) November 2016 R - William Wooldridge, 226 Briarwood Dr(U)November 2016 #387-13 Moran/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor Arts Commission R - Joyce Hodgson, 42 Coventry St (D) November 2016 R - Michele O’Neil (Library Advisory Rep) November 2016 R - Elizabeth Tracy (Parks/Rec. Rep) November 2016 #388-13 Moran/Pelletier Nine Voted in Favor Bennet Housing Corporation R - Jonathan Mercier, 63 Jenson St (R) November 2018 #389-13 Pelletier/Devanney Nine Voted in Favor Board of Assessment Appeals R - William Overton, 103 Timrod Rd (R) November 2016 #390-13 Pelletier/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor Building Committee R - Robert Barker, 52 Kingswood Dr (D) November 2016 R - Brian Murphy, 131 Ferguson Rd (R) November 2016 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 7 *R - Margaret Hackett, 144 Haystack Rd (D) November 2016 A – Amy Lapis Watson, 307 Gardner St (D) November 2016 #391-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Actions Page 5 of 7 Cheney Brothers National Historic R - Vivian Ferguson, 52 John Olds Dr, #7 (R) November 2016 District Commission R - Susan Barlow, 627 Spring St (D) November 2016 R - James Quaglia, 87 Walnut St (R) November 2016 R - John Wilks, 91 Green Manor (R) November 2016 R - Dr. H. John Malone, 84 Prospect St (R) November 2016 *A - Dennis Gleeson, 175 Pine St (D) November 2014 Ex Officio – Manc. Historical Soc. *R - Marsha Gunther, 57 Gardner St November 2014 *SEE AMENDMENTS ON PAGE 7 *A - Dennis Gleeson, 175 Pine St (D) November 2014 #392-13 Moran/Holmes Nine Voted in Favor Cheney Hall Foundation, Inc. R - Michael Pohl, 25 Congress St., Unit 1 (D) November 2016 R - Sarah Burke, 45 N. School St. (BOE appt) November 2014 R - Gregory Simmons, 41 Center St (Town appt)November 2014 R - Kim Ashton, 42 White Birch Rd. E. Hampton (R)November 2014 R - Rob Huestis, 31 Birch Tr, Glastonbury (R) November 2014 #393-13 Moran/Pelletier Nine Voted in Favor Commission for Elderly Services R - Natalie Chirico, 49 Cheney La (R) November 2016 and People with Disabilities #394-13 Pelletier/Holmes Nine Voted in Favor R - Joe Young, 103 Autumn St (D) November 2016 R - Nichole Easley, 2 Alpine St (D) November 2016 #395-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor Commission on Human Relations R - David Wichman, 205 Homestead St, Apt B7 (D) November 2016 R - Maureen O’Reilly, 98 Oakland St, Unit E (D) November 2016 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 7 * R - John Crockwell, 22 Barnwood Rd (D) November 2016 A – Dorian Lockett, 22 Ferguson Rd (D) November 2016 #396-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor

T - Adam Easley, 2 Alpine St (D) November 2016

#397-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor Ethics Commission R - Jonathan Mercier, 63 Jensen St (R) November 2016 #398-13 Pelletier/Devanney Nine Voted in Favor R - James McCavanagh, 79 Homestead St (D) November 2016 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 7 * R - Josh Howroyd, 155 Mountain Rd (D) November 2016 A – Dorian Lockett, 22 Ferguson Rd (D) November 2016 #399-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Actions Page 6 of 7 Ethics Commission - Alternate R - Owen Carroll, 21 Brookview Circle (U) November 2016 #400-13 Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor Fair Rent Commission R - Bonnie Cappucci, 706 North Main St (D) November 2016 R - Stephanie Knybel, 138 Bobby La (D) November 2016 #401-13 Moran/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor Housing Authority A - Flora Jiminez, 56 House Dr November 2018 (Tenant Commissioner) #402-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor Housing Commission R - Stephanie Knybel, 138 Bobby La (D) November 2016 - Nonprofit Agency Member R - Marlene Walsh, 112 Pitkin St November 2016 #403-13 Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor T - Natalie Chirico, 49 Coughlin Rd (R) November 2016 #404-13 Pelletier/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor Library Advisory Board R - Sally Nyhan, 35 Chatham Dr (D) November 2016 R - Donnamarie Nakos, 42 Winthrop Rd (U) November 2016 #405-13 Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor Pension Board R - Craig Lappen, 296 Timrod Rd (D) November 2017 R - Joseph Camposeo, 68 Tonica Spring Tr (D) November 2017 R - Robert Huestis, 31 Birch Tr, Glastonbury November 2014 (Retiree Representative) R - Bette Copeland November 2014 (Union Representative)

#406-13 Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor Planning and Zoning Commission T - Andy Kidd, 158 Folly Brook La (R) November 2018 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 7 *R- Andy Kidd, 158 Folly Brook La (R) #407-13 Pelletier/Devanney Nine Voted in Favor Redevelopment Agency R - Timothy Devanney, 70 Porter St (D) November 2018 [Manager appointed/Board approved] R - Gary Sweet, 75 Forest St (R) November 2018 R - Jim Perras, 169 Hamilton Dr (D) November 2018 #408-13 Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Actions Page 7 of 7 Town Historian R - Vivian Ferguson, 52 John Olds Dr #7 November 2015 #409-13 Moran/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor #410-13 ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove Margaret Hackett, 144

Haystack Road (D), with a term expiring November 2016, from the Building Committee. Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor

#411-13 ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove Marsha Gunther, 57 Gardner St, with a term expiring November 2014, as the Ex Officio member of the Manchester Historical Society, and change Dennis Gleason, 175 Pine Street, from a regular member to the Ex Officio member, with a term expiring November 2014. Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor

#412-13 ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove John Crockwell, 22 Barnwood Road (D), with a term expiring November 2016, from the Commission on Human Relations. Moran/O’Neill Nine Voted in Favor

#413-13 ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and re-appoint Andy Kidd, 158 Folly Brook Lane (R), with a term expiring November 2018, as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Pelletier/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor

13. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION BY BOARD MEMBERS ON ITEMS FOR

FUTURE AGENDA OR OF GENERAL CONCERN.

#414-13 ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove Josh Howroyd, 155 Mountain Road (D), with a term expiring November 2016, from the Ethics Commission. Moran/Kissmann Nine Voted in Favor

14. ADJOURNMENT. #415-13 The meeting was adjourned until the December 3, 2013 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room. Moran/Tweedie Nine Voted in Favor Adjournment: 8:43 p.m.

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APPROVED: ATTEST: ____________________________________ Secretary, Manchester Board of Directors

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MINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NOVEMBER 19, 2013 – 7:00 P.M. LINCOLN CENTER HEARING ROOM

ONE MEETING AGENDA

PRESENT: Mayor Diana, Deputy Mayor Moran, Secretary Kissmann, Directors O’Neill, Gates, Pelletier, Devanney, Tweedie, and Holmes

ALSO: General Manager Shanley and Town Attorney Barry

1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER.

The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. All in attendance participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, led by Mayor Diana.

A. ADOPTED - Adoption of Rules of Procedure. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Pelletier seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor B. APPOINTED - Appointment of Town Attorney – Attorney Ryan Barry. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Pelletier seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor 2. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS – None. 3. OPENING OF MEETING TO ELECTORS OR TAXPAYERS WHO WISH TO BE

HEARD ON ANY SUBJECT WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. (Sign-up sheet available 15 minutes prior to the start of the meeting) Elizabeth Karhu, 16 Tam Road, updated the Board of Directors on her efforts to bring natural gas service to her neighborhood. Many of her neighbors signed up on CNG’s website but she has not heard of anyone being contacted by CNG. Ms. Karhu has written to Governor Malloy, Commissioner Estey, Representative Diminico, and Representative Cassano. Commissioner Estey has forward the letter to PURA. Representative Diminico said he will contact Darcy Shaw at CNG. An aide of Representative Cassano spoke with Manchester’s Director of Public Works. Ms. Karhu asked about prioritizing, time spent on each priority, how to move up on the priority list, and cost of conversion. Mayor Diana asked Ms. Karhu to e-mail him. Bonnie Schuetz, 12 Conway Road, thanked the Manchester Fire and Police Departments for their work with the fire on Main Street. She said the Board of Directors needs to address more needs of the community, rather than the wants. In her neighborhood, there are many homes for sale, people have walked away from their homes, and seniors are worried about losing their homes. The SMARTR Committee has been working for two years. She thinks the public should be able to ask questions of the Committee at its meeting on December 3. Ms. Schuetz mentioned Broad Street and the buildings finally coming down. One business owner she spoke with is worried because he has lost business during road construction. She knows that the goal is to bring business to the Parkade, but

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we should keep the businesses we do have as well. There are some tough decisions coming up and the Board of Directors and Board of Education need to work together. Scott Aiken, 92 Laurel Drive, understands there are difficulties in deciding what sacrifices to make but thinks there have been too many sacrifices in the heart of Manchester (Washington, Verplanck, Nathan Hale, and Waddell Schools). He is disappointed with the lack of progress made in Manchester’s core neighborhoods. Manchester 2020 represents the future of our town. The demographics of Manchester match the future of our country. A Board of Education member has said the decisions being made about neighborhood schools are not emotional but that is not true. It is very emotional for families. Tom Stringfellow, 183 Hillstown Road, said Manchester is a safe town to live in. The SMARTR Committee has had a tough assignment. He questions what will happen next. We need to get all stakeholders involved. Neighborhood schools are important. There are good things happening in our schools and the media needs to report more on those. Mr. Stringfellow said this year is the 50th anniversary of the death of President Kennedy and recommended watching the upcoming documentary. Manchester is at a turning point and he hopes we can get along better as citizens. Mr. Stringfellow would like an update from the Police Chief regarding racial profiling.

4. ADOPTION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING. A. ADOPTED - Actions, October 8, 2013 – Regular Meeting B. ADOPTED - Minutes, October 8, 2013 – Regular Meeting Director O’Neill moved and Deputy Mayor Moran seconded the motion.

Eight Voted in Favor Devanney Abstained

5. COMMUNICATIONS – None. 6. REPORTS. A. Manager’s Report. General Manager Shanley said he has confirmation from seven members of the Board of

Education that they will be present for the December 3 SMARTR Committee presentation. General Manager Shanley reported that most of the buildings are already down on Broad

Street. General Manager Shanley said he will call CNG to try to facilitate a meeting. A furnace

company would be able to give people an idea of the cost to convert to a gas fired boiler. Deputy Mayor Moran said no decisions will be made at the meeting with the SMARTR

Committee on December 3. He hopes the meeting will be televised. B. Other Reports - None

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 3 of 13 7. PRESENTATION OF BID WAIVER REQUESTS. A. Main Street fire response costs (Initial Demolition - $36,883.10; Temporary Housing - $12,900.00). General Manager Shanley explained that as a result of the fire on Main Street on October

12, it is necessary to partially demolish the building. The services of a company experienced with hazardous materials have been engaged. In addition, over 20 people needed to be housed at a local hotel. Both of these actions required funds that exceeded the cap before bids are required. The expenses are currently being born by the Town but will be the responsibility of the property owner; the Town has processed the proper liens.

Director Pelletier said she received a call asking if the Fire Department had the right to

initiate demolition. General Manager Shanley said it did; in fact, it had the responsibility for safety reasons.

He understands the owner of the property has a concern regarding the cost. The law makes the Town responsible to do what needs to be done for safety reasons and it also makes the land owner responsible for the costs. The Town has accepted the invoice and will pay it. It is working with the owner of the property regarding the value.

8. PUBLIC HEARINGS (formally advertised). A. Appropriation to Special Projects as follows: 1. State Asset Forfeiture Account ...................................................................... $185,786 for continuing narcotics investigations, equipment, and/or training to be financed by proceeds from narcotics investigations. 2. Hockanum River Linear Park Special Grants Account ........................................ $650 to be financed by donations from which are gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 3. Historic Document Preservation ....................................................................... $6,500 for purchase of map storage files and supplies to be funded by a State Library Historic Preservation Grant. 4. Human Services – Health Department .................................................................. $610 toward purchase of an AED to be financed by a donation from CPR training

attendees which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 5. Youth Service Bureau – Journey Program ......................................................... $7,455

to be financed by a grant from the State of Department of Education. 6. Manchester Police – Motor Vehicle Account .................................................. $13,853 for purchase, maintenance and/or repair of vehicles to be financed by funds resulting from the sale at auction of town owned police vehicles.

7. State Asset Forfeiture Account .......................................................................... $4,954 for maintenance and repair of East Central Narcotics (ECN) vehicles to be financed by proceeds from sale at auction of vehicles seized by ECN from drug-related cases. 8. Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program Grant (2012/2013) ................... $125,325 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation. Mayor Diana opened the floor for public comment at this time.

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 4 of 13 Tom Stringfellow, 183 Hillstown Road, supports the forfeiture and motor vehicle

accounts. Regarding DUI, this also includes driving under the influence of prescription medication. The police are doing a good job.

There being no further public comment, the hearing on this item was closed. B. Appropriations to Education Special Projects as follows:

1. TITLE I Improving Basic Programs Grant (2013-2015) ........................... $1,503,607 to be financed by the Connecticut State Department of Education for instructional and other literacy support staff. 2. Title II Part A Funding (2013-2015). ............................................................. $182,045 to be financed by a grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education to ensure that all students are performing at or above grade level. 3. Bilingual Education Program (2013-2014) ........................................................ $8,101 to be financed by a grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education. 4. Alliance District Grant ................................................................................ $2,592,535 to be financed by the Connecticut State Department of Education which in FY 12/13 and FY 13/14 made available increased grant funding to the districts in the greatest need, specifically for new programming.

5. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 611 .... $1,578,625 for special education students ages 3-21 to be funded by a grant from the Federal government for 2013-2015. 6. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 619 ......... $64,241 for special education students ages 3-5 to be funded by a grant from the Federal government for 2013-2015. Mayor Diana opened the floor for public comment at this time. Tom Stringfellow, 183 Hillstown Road, supports all six items. Education is important.

Support Services is doing the best it can with the budget but those costs are beyond its control. He supports the pre-school program, ELL and the Alliance Grant. Special education is vital.

Scott Aiken, 92 Laurel Street, said he is happy that Manchester received the Alliance

Grant and is glad that all high school students received a computer. Mr. Aiken expressed concern that the new summer program has been funded through the Alliance Grant and asked what happens when the grant money runs out. He saw the presentation last week about consolidating schools and asked why only Title I schools are on the list for closure. He wondered why Martin or Keeney schools are not being considered for closure. Most of the students at those schools are already bused.

There being no further public comment, the hearing on this item was closed. C. Appropriation to Capital Improvement Reserve – 1. Charter Oak Greenway Extension ................................................................. $128,670 to be financed by an increase in a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, under the Enhancement Component of the Surface Transportation Program.

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2. Manchester Road Race Donations ..................................................................... $5,000 to help offset the carbon footprint of the Manchester Road Race to be financed by a donation from The Manchester Road Race Committee

which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 3. Deferred Construction Projects .......................................................................... $2,975 to be financed by payment received from Newberry Home Company, LLC, for installation of granite curb along the frontage of 102 Woodland Street,

in accordance with Chapter 279-31 of the Town Code of Ordinances.

Mayor Diana opened the floor for public comment at this time.

Scott Aiken, 92 Laurel Street, said he is happy to see the greenway continuing and suggested an extension with the Cheney Railroad area. The Farmington River Valley has a very active area, with people canoeing and biking then going to local restaurants. He wondered if the same could be accomplished in Manchester.

There being no further public comment, the hearing on this item was closed.

Mayor Diana thanked Tris Carta, President of the Manchester Road Race for bringing a total of $15,000 to the people of Manchester. The Road Race committee is always giving back.

D. Appropriations to General Fund: 1. Public Safety – Police ........................................................................................ $2,500 for reimbursement of overtime expenses related to the Click It or Ticket

enforcement campaign for the period May 20 – May 30, 2013 to be financed by a grant from the Federal Highway Safety Program.

Mayor Diana opened the floor for public comment at this time. There being no public comment, the hearing on this item was closed.

E. Appropriation to Fire Reserve – Fire Marshal’s Equipment Fund ............................. $500 to be funded by a grant from Connecticut Fair Plan for purchase of photography equipment to assist in fire investigations and inspections.

Mayor Diana opened the floor for public comment at this item. There being no public comment, the hearing on this item was closed.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR (with Item 12.H added). 8. Appropriation to Special Projects as follows: 1. State Asset Forfeiture Account ...................................................................... $185,786 for continuing narcotics investigations, equipment, and/or training to be financed by proceeds from narcotics investigations. 2. Hockanum River Linear Park Special Grants Account ........................................ $650 to be financed by donations from which are gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 3. Historic Document Preservation ....................................................................... $6,500 for purchase of map storage files and supplies to be funded by a State Library Historic Preservation Grant.

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 6 of 13 4. Human Services – Health Department .................................................................. $610 toward purchase of an AED to be financed by a donation from CPR training

attendees which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 5. Youth Service Bureau – Journey Program ......................................................... $7,455 to be financed by a grant from the State of Department of Education. 6. Manchester Police – Motor Vehicle Account .................................................. $13,853 for purchase, maintenance and/or repair of vehicles to be financed by funds resulting from the sale at auction of town owned police vehicles. 7. State Asset Forfeiture Account .......................................................................... $4,954 for maintenance and repair of East Central Narcotics (ECN) vehicles to be financed by proceeds from sale at auction of vehicles seized by ECN from drug-related cases. 8. Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program Grant (2012/2013) ................... $125,325 to be financed by a grant from the State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation. 8B. Appropriations to Education Special Projects as follows: 1. TITLE I Improving Basic Programs Grant (2013-2015) ........................... $1,503,607 to be financed by the Connecticut State Department of Education for instructional and other literacy support staff. 2. Title II Part A Funding (2013-2015). ............................................................. $182,045 to be financed by a grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education to ensure that all students are performing at or above grade level. 3. Bilingual Education Program (2013-2014) ........................................................ $8,101 to be financed by a grant from the Connecticut State Department of Education. 4. Alliance District Grant ................................................................................ $2,592,535 to be financed by the Connecticut State Department of Education which in FY 12/13 and FY 13/14 made available increased grant funding to the districts in the greatest need, specifically for new programming. 5. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 611 .... $1,578,625 for special education students ages 3-21 to be funded by a grant from the Federal government for 2013-2015. 6. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) 619 ......... $64,241 for special education students ages 3-5 to be funded by a grant from the Federal government for 2013-2015. 8C. Appropriation to Capital Improvement Reserve – 1. Charter Oak Greenway Extension ................................................................. $128,670 to be financed by an increase in a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, under the Enhancement Component of the Surface Transportation Program. 2. Manchester Road Race Donations ..................................................................... $5,000 to help offset the carbon footprint of the Manchester Road Race to be financed by a donation from The Manchester Road Race Committee

which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 3. Deferred Construction Projects .......................................................................... $2,975

to be financed by payment received from Newberry Home Company, LLC, for installation of granite curb along the frontage of 102 Woodland Street,

in accordance with Chapter 279-31 of the Town Code of Ordinances.

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8D. Appropriations to General Fund: 1. Public Safety – Police ........................................................................................ $2,500 for reimbursement of overtime expenses related to the Click It or Ticket

enforcement campaign for the period May 20 – May 30, 2013 to be financed by a grant from the Federal Highway Safety Program.

8E. Appropriation to Fire Reserve – Fire Marshal’s Equipment Fund ............................. $500 to be funded by a grant from Connecticut Fair Plan for purchase of photography equipment to assist in fire investigations and inspections. 12A. Appropriation to Special Projects (under $500) as follows: 1. Police Donations Revenue Account - Manchester Police Explorer Post ............. $258 to be funded by dues. 2. Manchester Animal Control ..................................................................................... $10

to be financed by a donation which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. 12B. Approval of 2014 Board of Directors meeting schedule. 12C. Acceptance of resignation of Geoff King (D) as an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals with a term expiring November 2014. 12F. Resolutions authorizing the Superintendent to apply for grants for the proposed re-roofing

projects at Bowers and Waddell elementary schools, establishing the Manchester Building Committee as the building committee and authorizing at least the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications.

Bowers Elementary School: (1) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors authorizes the

Manchester Board of Education to apply to the Commissioner of Education and to accept or reject a grant for the proposed re-roofing project at the Bowers Elementary School.

(2) RESOLVED, that the Manchester building committee is hereby established as the building committee with regard to the proposed re-roofing project at the Bowers Elementary School.

(3) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors hereby authorizes at least the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications for the re-roofing project at the Bowers Elementary School.

Waddell Elementary School: (1) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors authorizes the

Manchester Board of Education to apply to the Commissioner of Education and to accept or reject a grant for the proposed re-roofing project at the Waddell Elementary School.

(2) RESOLVED, that the Manchester building committee is hereby established as the building committee with regard to the proposed re-roofing project at the Waddell Elementary School.

(3) RESOLVED, that the Manchester Board of Directors hereby authorizes at least the preparation of schematic drawings and outline specifications for the re-roofing project at the Waddell Elementary School.

12H. Approval of the Second Amendment to the Tax Assessment Agreement between the Town of Manchester and Orford Village Housing Development Corporation, extending the completion date of the project to on or before December 31, 2013. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Pelletier seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 8 of 13 10. ACTION ON ITEMS OF PUBLIC HEARING – None. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None. 12. NEW BUSINESS. D. TABLED - Appointment of an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals with a term expiring November 2014 to fill the vacancy left by Geoff King. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor E. APPOINTED - Appointment of Auditor – Blum Shapiro. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Pelletier seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

G. APPROVED - Approval of Residual Union Collective Bargaining Agreement – July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2016. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

I. Appointments to Boards and Commissions which have members with terms expiring in November 2013 *T represents appointments that were tabled; *R Represents reappointments; *A represents newly

appointed members to the Boards and Commissions: Board/Commission Name Term Expiring Advisory Board of Health R - Dr. Jamshid Marvasti, 130 Porter St (D) November 2016 R - Karen Gionet, 631 North Main St (D) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Advisory Rec. and Park Comm. R - Robert Kilpatrick, 61 Steep Hollow La (D)November 2016 R - Amy Gates, 111 Plymouth La (D) November 2016 R - William Wooldridge, 226 Briarwood Dr(U)November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Arts Commission R - Joyce Hodgson, 42 Coventry St (D) November 2016 R - Michele O’Neil (Library Advisory Rep) November 2016 R - Elizabeth Tracy (Parks/Rec. Rep) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Pelletier seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 9 of 13 Bennet Housing Corporation R - Jonathan Mercier, 63 Jenson St (R) November 2018 Director Pelletier moved and Director Devanney seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Board of Assessment Appeals R - William Overton, 103 Timrod Rd (R) November 2016 Director Pelletier moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Building Committee R - Robert Barker, 52 Kingswood Dr (D) November 2016 R - Brian Murphy, 131 Ferguson Rd (R) November 2016 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 11 *R - Margaret Hackett, 144 Haystack Rd (D) November 2016 A – Amy Lapis Watson, 307 Gardner St (D) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

Cheney Brothers National Historic R - Vivian Ferguson, 52 John Olds Dr, #7 (R) November 2016 District Commission R - Susan Barlow, 627 Spring St (D) November 2016 R - James Quaglia, 87 Walnut St (R) November 2016 R - John Wilks, 91 Green Manor (R) November 2016 R - Dr. H. John Malone, 84 Prospect St (R) November 2016 *A - Dennis Gleeson, 175 Pine St (D) November 2014 Ex Officio – Manc. Historical Soc. *R - Marsha Gunther, 57 Gardner St November 2014 *SEE AMENDMENTS ON PAGE 12 *A - Dennis Gleeson, 175 Pine St (D) November 2014 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Holmes seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Cheney Hall Foundation, Inc. R - Michael Pohl, 25 Congress St., Unit 1 (D) November 2016 R - Sarah Burke, 45 N. School St. (BOE appt) November 2014 R - Gregory Simmons, 41 Center St (Town appt)November 2014 R - Kim Ashton, 42 White Birch Rd. E. Hampton (R)November 2014 R - Rob Huestis, 31 Birch Tr, Glastonbury (R) November 2014 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Pelletier seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Commission for Elderly Services R - Natalie Chirico, 49 Cheney La (R) November 2016 and People with Disabilities Director Pelletier moved and Director Holmes seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor R - Joe Young, 103 Autumn St (D) November 2016 R - Nichole Easley, 2 Alpine St (D) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 10 of 13 Commission on Human Relations R - David Wichman, 205 Homestead St, Apt B7 (D) November 2016 R - Maureen O’Reilly, 98 Oakland St, Unit E (D) November 2016 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 12 * R - John Crockwell, 22 Barnwood Rd (D) November 2016 A – Dorian Lockett, 22 Ferguson Rd (D) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

T - Adam Easley, 2 Alpine St (D) November 2016

Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion. Nine Voted in Favor

Ethics Commission R - Jonathan Mercier, 63 Jensen St (R) November 2016 Director Pelletier moved and Director Devanney seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor R - James McCavanagh, 79 Homestead St (D) November 2016 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 13 * R - Josh Howroyd, 155 Mountain Rd (D) November 2016 A – Dorian Lockett, 22 Ferguson Rd (D) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Ethics Commission - Alternate R - Owen Carroll, 21 Brookview Circle (U) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Fair Rent Commission R - Bonnie Cappucci, 706 North Main St (D) November 2016 R - Stephanie Knybel, 138 Bobby La (D) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Housing Authority A - Flora Jiminez, 56 House Dr November 2018 (Tenant Commissioner) Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Housing Commission R - Stephanie Knybel, 138 Bobby La (D) November 2016 - Nonprofit Agency Member R - Marlene Walsh, 112 Pitkin St November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 11 of 13 T - Natalie Chirico, 49 Coughlin Rd (R) November 2016 Director Pelletier moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Library Advisory Board R - Sally Nyhan, 35 Chatham Dr (D) November 2016 R - Donnamarie Nakos, 42 Winthrop Rd (U) November 2016 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Pension Board R - Craig Lappen, 296 Timrod Rd (D) November 2017 R - Joseph Camposeo, 68 Tonica Spring Tr (D) November 2017 R - Robert Huestis, 31 Birch Tr, Glastonbury November 2014 (Retiree Representative) R - Bette Copeland November 2014 (Union Representative)

Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Planning and Zoning Commission T - Andy Kidd, 158 Folly Brook La (R) November 2018 *SEE AMENDMENT ON PAGE 12 *R- Andy Kidd, 158 Folly Brook La (R) Director Pelletier moved and Director Devanney seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Redevelopment Agency R - Timothy Devanney, 70 Porter St (D) November 2018 [Manager appointed/Board approved] R - Gary Sweet, 75 Forest St (R) November 2018 R - Jim Perras, 169 Hamilton Dr (D) November 2018 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Town Historian R - Vivian Ferguson, 52 John Olds Dr #7 November 2015 Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove Margaret Hackett, 144

Haystack Road (D), with a term expiring November 2016, from the Building Committee. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 12 of 13 ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove Marsha Gunther, 57

Gardner St, with a term expiring November 2014, as the Ex Officio member of the Manchester Historical Society, and change Dennis Gleason, 175 Pine Street, from a regular member to the Ex Officio member, with a term expiring November 2014. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove John Crockwell, 22 Barnwood Road (D), with a term expiring November 2016, from the Commission on Human Relations. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director O’Neill seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor

ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and re-appoint Andy Kidd, 158 Folly Brook Lane (R), with a term expiring November 2018, as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Director Pelletier moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor 13. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION BY BOARD MEMBERS ON ITEMS FOR

FUTURE AGENDA OR OF GENERAL CONCERN. Director Tweedie asked what steps are involved in obtaining an RFP for a stand alone

sports complex on the old Bradlees site. Director Holmes would like to discuss eliminating funding for the tunnel from Broad

Street to Center Springs Park. She doesn’t think it’s a high priority or that many people will use it.

Mayor Diana said the item was discussed and voted on in the last term. General Manager Shanley said he will check on the status of the bid. Director Gates supports Director Tweedie’s request for an RFP on an athletic facility. Mr.

Gates asked about the fate of the property located at 801 Main Street. General Manager Shanley said no decisions have been made yet. The property is being

cleared now. Mr. Shanley said Town staff, at the direction of the Board of Directors, has engaged an engineering firm to complete a feasibility study with regard to a recreation facility at the High School. In addition, there is a redevelopment plan in place for the Bradlees portion of the Parkade. If the Board is looking to make a change in the plan for that location, it needs to make a change to the Redevelopment Plan. He suggested a joint meeting with the Redevelopment Agency.

Director Gates noted that the current RFQ does not specifically mention a sports complex

as an option. He would like to make sure that option is fully explored and is concerned too much time will pass if that option is not more aggressively explored.

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Board of Directors November 19, 2013 Minutes Page 13 of 13

General Manager Shanley has asked for research into a consulting group that will provide

advice on how something like that has been successful without public money. That type of firm is highly specialized.

Deputy Mayor Moran suggested the Board of Directors meet with the Redevelopment

Agency.

Director Pelletier said there are new vacancies in the Industrial Park. She would like a report on the status of the Dean Machine property. She doesn’t see that it is being cleaned up as per the agreement.

Director O’Neill requested statistics on police arrests in conjunction with Mr.

Stringfellow’s request for a report on racial profiling. She asked for a status update on the CRCOG e-commerce pilot program.

ADOPTED – Motion to amend a previous motion and remove Josh Howroyd, 155

Mountain Road (D), with a term expiring November 2016, from the Ethics Commission. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Secretary Kissmann seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Mayor Diana announced a concert at Manchester High School on November 20, 2013 at

7:00 p.m. to benefit the Main Street fire victims.

14. ADJOURNMENT. The meeting was adjourned until the December 3, 2013 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room. Deputy Mayor Moran moved and Director Tweedie seconded the motion.

Nine Voted in Favor Adjournment: 8:43 p.m.

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APPROVED: ATTEST: ____________________________________ Secretary, Manchester Board of Directors

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS WATVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING

RECITALS

WHEREAS, New England Hydropower Company, LLC has developed a new technology utilizing the Archimedes Screw for the generation of hydropower; and

WHEREA S, New England Hydropower Company, LLC has made an extensive study of dams throughout New England including Union Pond and has determined that Union Pond would be an appropriate site for generating hydropower utilizing this new technology; and

WHE REAS, this technology is being utilized in Europe in a productive manner, New England Hydropower Company, LLC is the only company in the United States actively marketing this particular technology to generate hydropower; and

WHEREAS, the conventional use ofturbines to generate hydropower is generally more expensive and disturbs the water and marine life, while the Archimedes Screw involves much less friction and does not disrupt the water or marine life providing a more environmentally friendly process for the production of hydropower; and

WHEREAS, New England Hydropower Company, LLC would like to file an application for a FERC Preliminary Permit for Union Pond with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to explore the feasibility of using this technology at Union Pond; and

WH EREAS, if granted by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the preliminary permit would allow New England Hydropower Company, LLC to have the exclusive right for three years to evaluate the Union Pond site , but the Town of Manchester would not be obligated to enter into any formal agreement for the location and generation of hydropower at Union Pond without further action by the Board of Directors.

NOW, THEREFORE, THIS IS TO CERTfFY THAT WE, a majority of the Board of Di rectors of the Town of Manchester, do hereby state that it is impractical by reason of the above stated circumstances to require com pet itive bidding and such requirements are hereby waived, and the General Manager is authorized to coordinate with New England Hydropower Company, LLC for the submission of a preliminary permit app lication with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

A MAJORITY OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Approved as to Form:

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TO: Scott Shanley, General Manager DATE: November 7, 2013 SUBJECT: 2013/2014 Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program Grant Background: The Manchester Police Department has applied for have received confirmation that we have been awarded a grant from the State of Connecticut for a maximum amount of $127,875.00. The grant requires a 25 percent local match of the total requested from the State. Matching funds will come from the operating budget of the Police Department. Discussion/Analysis: The funds from this grant will be used to pay overtime for both random DUI patrols as well as sobriety checkpoints for the period between November 15, 2013 through September 14, 2014. The Manchester Police Department has found that both random patrols and checkpoints have been instrumental in the detection and deterrence of drunk driving. Having recognized that traffic safety is of paramount importance to the citizens of Manchester, we have formed a tremendous partnership with the Connecticut Department of Transportation in identifying sources of funding for our efforts. Financial Impact: The total cost of the overtime and benefits will not exceed $170,500.00 of which 75 percent or $127,875.00 will be reimbursed by the State of Connecticut. We do not anticipate reaching the maximum amount. Other Board/Commission Action: None Recommendations: That this grant be placed on the next Board of Directors’ agenda for acceptance. ___________________________ Chief Marc L. Montminy Cc: Brian Wolverton, Finance Capt. Christopher Davis, Division Commander Admin. Srvcs. Sgt. Hank Minor, Traffic Unit Susan Alaimo, Accounting

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STATE OF C ON NECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE, P.O. BOX 317546 NEWINGTON, CONNECTICUT 06131·7546

Phone:

November 8, 2013

Chief Marc M ontminy Manchester Police Department 239 Middle TurnpikeEast Manchester, CT 06040

Dear Chief Montminy:

Subject: Federal Highway Safety Program Federal Program Area Number: 2 0 14-154-AL State Project N umber: 0 194-0722-BH

The D epartmen t of Transportation (Department) would like to notify you of the approval of the T own of Manchester' s H ighway Safety project application entitled "FY 2014 Comprehensive OUI Enforcement Program for Municipal Police Departments" effective November 15, 2013 through September 14, 2014 .

Federal funds in the amount 0[ $ 127,875.00 are obligated to this project.in accordance with the approved 2014 Fiscal Year Connecticut Highway Safety Plan.

AU costs incurred under this projec t must be in full compliance with both federal and State regulations, policies, and procedures that govern the use of highway safety funds, Costs are subject to review by both Department Accou nts Examiners and Federal Auditors:

Please note tha t deviations from the specifics of the approved budget must be reviewed and approved by the Highway Safety Office prior to their implementation in order for related costs to be eligible for reimbursement.

The DUl reimbursement package is now available, in digital form, on the Department's web si te: http://www,ct.gov/dot/site under Programs and Services, Transportation Safety Programs. All final claims agai nst this project, together with all supporting financia l documentatio n, must be submitted to the Highway Safety Office no later than forty-five (45) days after the project period ending date.

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STAT E OF CONNECTICUT

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I PROJECT TITLE

FY 2014 Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Program fo~ Municipal Police Department

BUDGET SUMMARY

BUDGET SUMMARY SUBMITTAL

COST CATEGORY

PERSONNEL SERVICES

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OPERATIN G COSTS

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BUDGET SUMMARY APPROVAL (HSO USE ONLY)

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Town of ManchesterWater and Sewer DepartmentInteroHice MemorandumDate November 25,2013

To: Scott Shanley, General Manager

From: Edward Soper, Water & Sewer Department Administrator

Re: Proposed Resolution for Infrastructure ImprovementsGlobe Hollow Reservoir Causeway Weir Removal

BackgroundlDescriptionThe Globe Hollow Reservoir is separated into two sections by a dividing weir located on thewest side of the South Main Street (Route 83) causeway. The scope of this project is to removeapproximately 30 inches of the structure in order to gain improved access to the water stored inthe west side of the reservoir.

DiscussionAs the causeway divides the Globe Hollow Reservoir into two sections, a culvert beneath theroadway connects the two basins. At one time a weir, located on the west side of the causewayculvert, could be used to control the level of the basin, presumably for ice harvesting. Since thispractice is no longer performed, the weir structure only serves to prevent ready-access to milliongallons of otherwise usable water. The purpose of this project is to demolish the weir structurein order to create a free flow condition between the two basins. The major advantage ofperforming this work would become most evident in the Water Department's ability to accessthis significant volume of water in the event of a drought.

As part of the Town of Manchester's Water Supply Plan that was conducted in October 2007 andupdated in April 2013, this was identified as a future capital improvement project. Thespecifications for this project were developed by the Town Engineering Department and bids forthe work were tabulated on November 20, 2013. The low bid was $22,750. All permitsnecessary for this project have been acquired.

Financial ImpactOther than the initial project cost which would be funded through unallocated reserves, therewould be no on-going operations and maintenance expense associated with the demolishedstructure.

RecommendationsIt is recommended that the Board of Directors authorizes funds from the Water Department'sunallocated capital reserve account (WR 000) in order to award the bid and move forward withthis project.

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TO: Scott Shanley, General Manager DATE: November 19, 2013 SUBJECT: Appropriation: $35.00 Background: The Manchester Police Department Police Explorer Post #77 has received two (2) checks for Explorer dues totaling $35.00. Financial Impact: $35.00 should be appropriated to the Police Donations Revenue Account. Other Board/Commission Action: None Recommendations: That the entire $35.00 be placed on the next Board of Directors’ agenda for acceptance and appropriation. Attachments: Check(s) sent to Accounting. (***These funds are to be deposited into the FIRST NIAGARA ACCOUNT ***). ____________________________ Chief Marc L. Montminy Cc: Accounting Capt. Christopher Davis, Administrative Services Division Commander

Ofc. Adam Marois Admin. – Explorer File

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Manchester Police Department Inter-office Memorandum

To: Scott Shanley, General Manager Date: November 19, 2013 Subject: Board Agenda Item – Animal Control Donations $5.00 Manchester Animal Control has received one (1) cash donation in the amount of $5.00 from E. Valera of Manchester, CT which is gratefully acknowledged and accepted. I request that the amount of $5.00 be placed on the next Board of Directors’ agenda for acceptance and appropriation. _____________________________ Marc L. Montminy Chief of Police Check(s) and/or cash sent to: Accounting Cc: Jen Dudzik, Accounting

Captain Christopher Davis, Administrative Services Division Commander Elease Polek-McConnell, Animal Control Officer

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CRCOG Support Resolution OPM Regional Performance Incentive Program 

  WHEREAS Section 5 of Public Act 11-61 (An Act Concerning Responsible Growth) passed by the Connecticut General Assembly provides statewide incentive grants to regional planning organizations for projects that involve shared services; and WHEREAS the Capitol Region Council of Governments is acting as a convener and facilitator of service sharing projects around the CRCOG region; and WHEREAS on October 24, 2012 the Policy Board of CRCOG passed a resolution authorizing development and submittal of an application package to the State Office of Policy and Management for funding under the Regional Performance Incentive Grant Program, on behalf of the Council’s member municipalities, and municipalities of other regions, which are participating in Council initiatives; and WHEREAS the Chief Elected Officials and municipal staff of the Capitol Region have developed a list of service sharing project proposals that will be included in this application package, to the benefit of individual municipalities and the region as a whole; and WHEREAS the Town of Manchester has expressed an interest in taking part in the project proposal(s) entitled 1. Code Enforcement Software 2. Human Resources On-line Clearinghouse and Templates 3. Human Resources Town Employee Portal – Regional Development 4. Local Call Log and Management System 5. Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory 6. Regional Mutual Disaster Recovery NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Manchester Board of Directors does hereby endorse the above referenced Regional Performance Incentive Program project proposal and authorizes the General Manager to sign all necessary agreements and take all necessary actions to allow for the Town’s participation in this program.

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Town of Manchester Department of Recreation

To: Scott Shanley, General Manager From: Scott Sprague, Director of Parks and Recreation Subject: December Agenda Item Date: November 12, 2013 Background. The development of a no smoking policy for Town parks was suggested to the Board of Directors by some members of the Pride in Manchester Week Committee. The Board asked for guidance from the Advisory Recreation and Park Commission. At their September 19, 2013 meeting, the Commission discussed the issue but did not take action. They stated that they needed to see evidence that smoking in parks is a widespread concern in the community. They further stated that if presented with evidence, they were more than willing to discuss policy. At the October 17, 2013 Commission meeting, Kevin Zingler, Chairman of the Pride in Manchester Week Committee was present to discuss the issue and try to arrive at a compromise which addressed his Committee’s concerns and issues raised by the Advisory Recreation and Park Commission. After Kevin’s presentation and a fifteen to twenty minute discussion, the Commission by a vote of 5-0 passed the following motion: Other Board/Commission Action. The Recreation and Parks Advisory Commission recommends that a policy be developed that states that use of tobacco products not be allowed at Town-sponsored or co-sponsored events. Recommendations. I am recommending that the Advisory Recreation and Park Commission’s motion be forwarded to the Board of Directors for their consideration. Attachments. Cc: Greg Simmons, Director of Finance Tom Tierney, Chairman, Advisory Recreation and Park Commission

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Cemetery Fee Comparison

Disinterment Saturdays Sunday/Holiday

Town, Cemetery Fees Effective Adult Grave Cost Infant Grave Cost Cremation Grave Welfare Veterans Adult Infant Cremation Welfare Veterans

Manchester March 1, 2007 650 130 130 N/C 650 600 100/275 150 150 450 750 $250 $350

East Hartford April 30, 2008 750 200 200 N/C N/C 750 200 200 200 200 750 No Sunday/Holiday

Newington September 16, 2010

1750 uprite

1000 flush 150 550 800 flush only 1000 150 400

1500 burial

350 crem

1500 Burial 225 Infant 500 Crem

2000 Burial 300 infant 750 Crem

New Britain July 1, 2013

1485 uprite

1235 flush N/A 625 (1 space) N/C Free 925

515 <61" vault

440 < 32" vault 515 715 925

1690 Dis & Reinter

515 Crem Dis Add 500 add 775

North Haven<20 burials per year - FH takes

care of records 775 775 775 775 775 825 825 350 775 775 775 add 50 N/A

Vernon - Grove Hill July 1, 2013

700 resident

1050 non resident 200

950 resident

1050 Non resident

(4 spaces) N/C

N/C - Vet field only -

no spousal graves

700 +

150 winter chg

+ 200 if in cem

after 3pm 300

200 no service

300 w/service

+ 100 winter chg

+ 200 after 3pm 100

700

+ 150 winter chg

+ 200 if in cem after

3pm 1.5 x interment rate

add 400 burial

add 250 crem or

infant

add 400 burial

add 250 crem or infant

No Sunday

Vernon - Elmwood & Valley Falls July 1, 2013

700 resident

1050 non resident N/A

450 2 grave flush

625 2 grave slant

950 4 grave slant N/C

825

+175 winter chg

+200 after 3 pm 350

225 no service

350 w/service

+125 winter chg

200 after 3pm+

825

+175 winter chg

+200 after 3 pm 1.5 x interment rate

add 400 burial

add 250 crem or

infant

add 400 burial

add 250 crem or infant

No Sunday

West Hartford July 1, 2011

1103-single flush

2206-dbl flush

2835-dbl uprite 473

473-2 space

945-4 space must purchase grave

10% disc flush 5% disc uprite 10% disc crem 893 394 394 525 893

1050 disinter

1785 dis/re

1260 Burial

525 Crem

+158/hr after 12pm

1260 Burial

525 Crem

+158/hr after 12pm

Middletown-Indian HillPrivate Cemetery

January 1, 2013 950 N/A

600 -

must have crem vault

N/C - need Town

authorizations N/A 1050 1050 650 N/C 1050 1050

add 200 burial

add 100 Crem

add 200 burial

add 100 crem

Manch.- St. James1/1/2013 - going up ~5% on

1/1/2014 1025-1225 325 600-675 N/C N/A 980 225 225 425 980

1080 Dis

2010 Dis/Reinter

1230 Burial 645 Crem +250/hr

after 12:30pm

1230 Burial 645 Crem

+250/hr after 12:30pm

Tolland500 Resident

600 NonResident 200 225

250 veteran 500 spouse

450 res/550 non

+150 Frost Chg 225

200

+75 Frost Chg 1.5 x interment rate

add 200 burial

add 80 Crem or infant

add 250 burial

add 100 crem or infant

No Sunday

Grave Interment