1969/12/29Selectmen - Minutes
November 24, 1969
First Selectman Arthur B. Powers called the meeting to order at
7:30 p.m. All Selectmen were present as well as Mr. Covini and
Mrs. Mahan of the press. Mr. Robert Peters, Chairman of the
Police Commission and Mr. N. DiMaggio, Commissioner were also
present.
Mr. Powers mentioned that he had written to the Worthington and
Kensington Fire Districts asking them to appoint a study committee
for the dissolution of these two districts. A reply from the
Worthington District Chairman~ Jack Ross, stated that his district
would set up a study committee in January and establish a dissolution
date of 1-1-73.
The minutes of the meeting of November 10 were read and approved on
a motion by Mr. Lanzoni which was seconded by Mr. Johansen. Motion
Carried.
MAr. Johansen mentioned that the Board of Finance turned down the
bid for the new offices. He stated he had talked with Emil Carlson
and suggested another plan. Mr. Powers stated that if Robert McGlone's
desk was removed that the Conference Room could house two person i.e.
Mrs. Skinner and Mr. Bentley. Mr. Johansen suggested that perhaps the
nurses could be housed in the old Percival School building. Mr. Powers
said he would prefer to keep all existing offices in the Town Hall.
Mr. Johansen asked if Horbal Brothers had sent in bids for snow
removal and Mr. Powers stated that they were interested but that
Mr. Curnow had not advised him of what action had taken place.
Mr. Peters mentioned that about two months ago the Police Commission
wrote to the Selectmen inquiring as to the possibilities for purchasing
the old Kensington Post Office. Mr. Powers replied that it was privately
owned and the purchase price was about $70,000. Mr. Peters stated
that the present Kensington Fire Department building might be a good
site for a new Police Headquarters.
Mr. Peters asked if the voting machines could be removed from the
Police Dept. as they are taking up vitally needed space. Mr. Powers
replied that he would look into this matter and report back to Mr. Peters.
Mr. Peters mentioned speeding and drugs as two of the major problems
facing the town today.
Mr. Peters asked if Mr. Powers wanted to be called for emergencies
and extensive fires and he replied that he did.
Mr. BiMaggio mentioned the difficulty in obtaining a doctor to come
to the scene of accidents.
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Mx. Powers read a letter from Angelo Barcella, Chief Canine Control
Officer with respect to changing titles of Deputy Dog Warden, Assistant
Deputy Dog Warden to Chief, Assistant Chief and Deputy Canine Control
Officers in conjunction with the recommendation of Louis Golet,
Assistant State Canine Control Officer.
Mr. Powers read a second letter from Angelo Barcella requesting that
William Sataline Sr. be appointed a Deputy Canine Control Officer.
Mr. Lanzoni moved that the above recommendation be accepted and
Mr. Johansen seconded the motion. Motion Carried.
Mr. Powers read the bids for purchase of salt as follows:
1. Diamond Crystal Salt Co. $14.50 per ton
2. Chemical Corp. 13.20 per ton
3. International Salt Co. 14.23 per ton
On the recommendation of Morgan Seelye, Mr. Lanzoni moved to accept the
low bidder, Chemical Corp. of Springfield, Mass., and Mr. Johansen
seconded the motlon. Motion Carried.
Mrs. Rudnick requested ratification of the New Britain National Bank,
New Britain Trust Co., Meriden Permanent Building & Loan, and Conn.
Bank and Trust as official depositories for the treasurer, and the
Selectmen ratified the appointments of the banks.
Mr. Powers read a letter from Chairman of the Board of Finance,
Thomas W. Ward, concerning a request from Mr. W. Wallace for a working
sum of $500. for the Berlin Historical Society. It was agreed that the
Selectmen would support a working budget for the Society in that its
formation was approved by a town meeting.
Mr. Donald Ward and MX. Charles Gregorian came into the meeting at
this time.
~lr. Johansen requested Mr.Powers to write a letter to the State requesting
that the area about 151 Southington Road be investigated for tr~removal.
Mr. Powers requested that the Selectmen think over a replacement for
the Chairman of the Senior Citizens Committee.
Mr. ~anzoni mentioned a tarpaulin for the new Snorkel so t hat it could
be protected from the elements while stored at the town garage.
~r. Johansen questioned jury procedures and MX. Powers told him to contact
Mrs. Rene Hall for further details.
Mr. Lanzoni moved that the meeting adjourn and Mr. Johansen seconded
the motion. Time: 9:15 p.m. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Bo gergeron
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November 24, 1969
Mr. Peters informed the Selectmen that he would like training for
controlling speeding through the use of radar. Mr. Powers said he
was in full agreement, and that the State Police had offered to teach
our officers how to use radar.
Mr. Peters mentioned that complaints bad been received in connection
with the noise coming from the Knights of Columbus ttall and stated that
an ordinance be put into effect pertaining to the number of policemen
at any given function. On the request of Mx. Powers, Mr. Peters said
he would offer suggestions for the ordinance.
Mr. Peters mentioned the parking problem while St.Paul's Church is
in session on Sunday mornings. Mr. Powers suggested that Mr. Peters
call his pastor and arrange a meeting to discuss this problem with
all of the clergy since they meet once a month.
Mr. Peters asked what the percentage of retirement for any member of
the Police Department as of January 1. Mr. Powers replied that for
every year of active service since the plan was instituted a person
would get 1% per year. For every year prior to the plan being put in
force they would receive ½ of l~ per year. Mr. Powers stated that he
would check into this for Mr. Peters for specific information.
Mr. DiMaggio stated that he would like to invite Mr. Powers to
attend each and every Police Commission meeting if possible.
Mx. Powers proposed that the Board of Selectmen appoint a Drug Action
Committee. Mr. Lanzoni made a motion to this effect and Mr. Johansen
seconded the motion. Motion Carried.
The following represent suggestions for the makeup of the Drug Action
Committee: A member from the Junior Women's Club, Police Commission,
Civic Organizations, possibly a member of the Police Dept., a member
of the clergy, a member of the Board of Education, a teacher or
guidance director, possibly a responsible student, a physician and
a nurse.
Mr. Johansen mentioned that he would like to see fewer cruisers on
the parkway and fewer crusiers at an accident. Mr. DiMaggio said
that ail cruisers are instructed to come to the scene of an accident
but then are discharged if not needed. Mr. Peters informed Mr.
Johansen that the State Police do not patrol the parkway and that one
cruiser is assigned to East Berlin and the Berlin Turnpike.
MX. Peters also felt that it would be a good idea to have a post office
box so the public could write in regarding any crimes.
Mx. Powers read a letter from Clarence Dansro, Assistant Canine Control
Officer involving a dog damage claim. Mr. Dansro recommended that the
town pay Mr. Gagne, 309 Christian Lane for the two blue rabbits which
were killed by a dog. Mr. Lanzoni made a motion to approve payment of
this $6.00 claim and Mr. Johansen seconded the motion. Motion Carried.