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A Regular Meeting of the Plan of Conservation & Developrnt was called to
order at 7:05 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2002 in room 7, Berlin-Town Hall,
Berlin, CT.
PRESENT:
Dennis Kern, Chairman, Michael DeLorenzo, Eileen Meskiii, Mitchell Unghire,
Richard Dalidowitz and Bruce Moore (arrived at 7:45 p.m.)
ALSO PRESENT:
Brian Miller, Director of Development Services and James Mahoney, Economic
Development Director.
ABSENT:
Scott Veley
DISCUSSION OF INFRASTRUCTURE:
Mr. Miller began his presentation with answers to questions previously asked by
the Commission regarding water supply and the issue of service areas. In
regards to water supply, it was noted that all sources have been investigated by
the Town. In regards to service areas, the Town of Berlin is served by the
Kensington Fire District, Worthington District and Berlin Water Control. Although
the systems have adequate overall capacity to serve all anticipated neerdc the
Town is currently addressing the issue of securing long-term reliable supply of
water. Mr. Miller presented maps depicting the 3 water districts and their
boundaries. Consolidation of the 3 water districts was discussed. However it
was noted that each district has different rate structures, revenues and
indebtedness. At this time, Ms. Meskill moved to adopt the service area plan,
seconded by Mr. Unghire and voted unanimously.
There was additional discussion of the benefits of consolidation of the 3 water
districts. Mr. Mahoney discussed the rationale of sewer and water connecting
fees being different. He feels that they should be the same across the board.
Mr. DeLorenzo moved to insert a recommendation for a comprehensive study
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consolidation of the 3 water districts, seconded by Mr. Unghire and voted
unanimously.
After reviewing water and sewer, transportation and telecommunication, Mr.
Dalidowitz stated that execution is a major element. Ms. Meskill then moved to
approve the adoption of the plan for infrastructure, seconded by Mr. Unghire and
voted unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF FARMINGTON AVENUE-NEW BRITAIN ROAD CORRIDOR
PLAN:
Mr. Miller presented maps drawn by the James W. Sewall Co. depicting 3 special
study areas. The maps demonstrated the flood plain and wetlands. At this time,
Mr. Joseph Belanger, resident presented his map of his privately owned 45 acres
pertaining to the Farmington Avenue-New Britain Road area.
'EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mr. Moore moved to go into executive session at 8:15 p.m. regarding real estate
disposition, seconded by Ms. Meskill and voted unanimously. The recording
secretary was invited to stay.
At 8:50 p.m., Ms. Meskill moved to come out of executive session, seconded by
Mr. Unghire and voted unanimously. The discussion will be addressed with the
Town Council.
OTHER ISSUES CONCERNING THE PLAN OF CONSERVATION &
DEVELOPMENT:
At this time, a proposal from Karen Pierson regarding the completion of the Plan
of Conservation & Development was presented. After discussion and review, Mr.
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Mr. Dalidowitz and voted unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mr. Moore moved to approve the April minutes, seconded by Mr. Unghire and
voted unanimously.
PAYMENT OF INVOICES:
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Ms. Meskill moved to pay TPA $2350.00, seconded by Mr. Moore and voted
unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
Ms. Meskill moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m., seconded by Mr. Unghire
and voted unanimously.
Rebt./CC.tfully SubmILLeu,
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Marie Ralph, Recording Secretary