1981/03/30MINUTES
EXECUTIVE BOARD
March 30, 1981
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Orlando P. Ragazzi at 7:45 p.m.
Deputy Mayors William F. McKeon and Robert A. Argazzi were present.
Also present were: James D'ErricO, Personnel Director; Gary Clinton,
Finance Director; Charles Davis, Social Service Director; Alfred
Hawkins, Superintendent of Public Grounds; James McNair, Director of
Recreational Services.
On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve
the Minutes of March 16, 1981, and Addendum, as presented. MOTION CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, to approve the Termination
of Employment Record of William Skene; projected termination pay amounted
to $312.93. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 30, 1981 letter from Mr. D'Errico regard-
ing appointment of a Public Works Inspector. Mr. D'Errico reported that
the rational of holding vacant positions open until budgetary matters
are finalized is appropriately applied to this position as well as to the
other four vacancies. On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi,
it was voted to hold the Public Works Inspector vacancy open until the
final budget~approval. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Ragazzi reported that the Board of Finance had originally agreed.
to delete all pay raises for elected officials. They have reconsidered,
and have concluded that all elected officials will receive an increase of
7.5% for the next two years, for their full term of office. Mayor Ragazzi
stated that he discussed'this matter with Corporation Counsel, and it is
Mayor Ragazzi's feelings that: (a) The Board of Finance cannot do this;
and (b) The Executive Board has the power under Section 9-5 of the Charter
to set the salary scale for elected officials. He stated the Executive
Board has set the 7.5% increase, and the Board of Finance does not have
the power or authority to set pay scales' for the next fiscal year (1982/83)
at this time. He stated the November 1981 starting date is agreeable
with the elected officials. Mayor Ragazzi reported that Attorney Jackaway
concurrs with the Mayor. Mr. McKeon suggested having Attorney Jackaway
take the matter to court. Mayor Ragazzi stated he will forward a letter
to the Board of Finance stating that the Executive Board has the authority
to set the pay scale for elected officials, and recommended tabeling any
legal action until a reply is received from them. ~ TABLED.
Mayor Ragazzi stated that he would like the mill rate down to a one mill
increase for the next fiscal year. He stated with the current surplus
projected, he feels the Board of Finance has no right to deny the one
mill increase. (They are proposing a 1.9 mill increase). This was
agreed to by Mr. McKeon and Mr. Argazzi.
On motion by Mr. Argazzi, seconded by Mr. McKeon, it was voted to approve
the Tax Rebate of Russell A. Morse, Jr. of 183 Grandview Terrace in the
amount of $55.88, as recommended by the Tax Collector. MOTION CARRIED.
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On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Mr. McNair in the amount of $975, to be transferred
from Account #1927, Bus Driver, to Account #1905, Program Wages. MOTION
CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Mr. Hrubiec in the amount of $1,500 to be transferred
from Account #3507, OVertime, to Account #35~, Contracted Services,
to repair sidewalks at Willard and percival Schools and the chain link
fence at the Community Field, along with other miscellaneous items.
MOTION CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. Argazzi, seconded by Mr. McKeon, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Mr. Hrubiec in the amount of $1,000, to be transferred
from Account #3517, Snow and Ice Removal Equipment Rental, to Account #3515,
Machinery Maintenance and Repair, to make the necessary repairs to the
Flail Mowers and F-10 Gang Mower. 'MOTION CARRIED.
On motion by Mr.' McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Mr. Hawkins in the amount of $3,600 to a new account,
to spray the foliage in the Town Parks and Golf Course for the control of
gypsy moths. Mr. Hawkins has reported that egg clusters are very heavy
in the western section of Town. 'MOTION' CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Gary Clinton in the amount of $500, to Account #114,
Office Equipment Maintenance. · MOTION ~CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. Argazzi, seconded by Mr. McKeon, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Mr. Clinton in the amount of $2Q0, to be transferred'
from Account #221, Computer Materials, to Account #205, Supplies. MOTION
CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Mayor Ragazzi in the amount of $350 to Account #352,
High Court Settlements, to pay for the services of Siegel, O'Connor &
Kainen, P.C., regarding the Gerdis matter. MOTION CARRIED.
On motion by Mr. Argazzi, seconded by Mr. McKeon, it was voted to approve
the Budget Request of Sister Mary Clare,' St. Paul's School, in the amount
of $100, to be transferred from Account #3006, Materials & Supplies, to
Account #3009, Telephone, to cover May and June telephone bills. MOTION
CARRIED.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 27, 1981 letter from Gary Clinton regarding
Fidelity Insurance for Mr. Davis, Social Sea;ices Director. He reported
that one of the provisions of the Energy Grants is that the Town obtains
this coverage. Mr. Clinton requested coverage of $20,000 to meet these
obligations. Mr. Clinton reported that h~ spoke with Mr. Mildrum, the
Town Insurance Agent, and was told this coverage would cost $56 per year.
Mr. Argazzi stated he does not want to see the Town put bonds on every
mployee of the Town who handles money. On motion by Mr. Argazzi, seconded
y Mr. McKeon, it was voted to file for the necessary Fidelity Bond for
Mr. Davis. MOTION CARRIED.
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Mr. Davis, Social Services Director, was present to discuss the application
to the State of Connecticut for the Department of Youth Services Grant.
Due to a deadline for filing application, a telephone poll was taken on
March 26, 1981, authorizing the Mayor to sign the application, with the
understanding this would be further discussed this evening. (Mr. Argazzi
could not be reached as he was out of Town.) Mr. Argazzi asked if this
application is for a grant, and not for the hiring of personnel. Mr. Davis
replied yes, for the time being.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 26, 1981, letter from Morgan Seelye
regarding the Street Light Proposal which was previously approved by the
Executive Board. Mr. Seelye reported that the Planning Commission reviewed
the Executive Board's request of February 20, 1981, to recover from
developers the cost of the installation of street lights in new sub-
divisions. The Planning Commission is in agreement with the proposal,, and
plans to include such a provision in the next revision of their Subdivision
Regulations which is expected to be adopted by late May 1981.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 18, 1981, letter from Mr. Seelye regarding
the conveyance of a parcel of land at 769 Kensington Road. Mr. Seelye
reported that the Planning Commission voted to recommend that the Executive
Board release the small parcel of land at the southeast intersection of
Kensington Road and Norton Road to the owner of Lot 1, Block 73, Kensington
Road. Mr. Seelye recommended there be no charge for the land, but that
Mr. Platex pay all necessary costs of monumenting the street line at the
corner, to be done by a surveyor of his choosing, with the approval of
Mr.sSeelye. Mr. Argazzi stated a Town Meeting should be called regarding
?thi matter. Mayor Ragazzi agreed. On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by
Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to bring this matter to the next scheduled Town
Meeting. MOTION CARRIED. (Date unknown at this time)
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 20, 1981, letter from Mrs. Joanne Ward,
Town Clerk requesting that the Executive Board appoint Mrs. Patricia
Corrigan to examine the indexes of the land records of the Town and report
in writing to the Town Clerk all errors or omissions. Mrs. Ward reported
that Mrs. Corrigan has very competently performed this duty for the past
several years. On motion by Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was
voted to appoint Mrs. Patricia Corrigan to perform the duties as outlined
in Section 7-14 of the Connecticut General Statutes. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 17, 1981, letter from Lindsey Hansen,
Golf Pro at Timberlin Golf Course, requesting that the golf car.~fee be
increased from $11.00 to $12~00 for the 1981 season. Mr. Argazzi asked
how much Mr. Hansen's is currently making. He stated this is a Town
function. Mr. Argazzi rejected the increase until Mr. Hansen informs the
Executive Board of his present income. It was suggested that Mr. Hansen
come before the Executive Board with additional information to justify
the increase. TABLED.
Mayor Ragazzi reported that the bids for the sale of the 1956 Grass Truck
were opened, read and recorded on Friday, March 20, 1981, with two bids
eing received. Mayor Ragazzi stated the Fire Board will accept the
ighest bid, and that he did not receive a reply to the letter he wrote to
them regarding this matter. On motion by Mr. Argazzi, seconded 'by Mr. McKeon,
it was voted to accept the bid of Randy Bi~low of East Berlin, at his bid
amount of $1,560.
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The other bid received was:
Terryville Volunteer Fire Department, $1,001
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the March 27, 1981 letter from Mr. Seelye, Director
of the Water Control Co~-aission, requesting that Charles Satkowski,
Utility Man I, be upgraded to Water works Operator and his hourly wages
be increased from $4.87 to $5.25 until June 30, 1981. Effective
July 1, 1981, there will be a forty cent per hour increase because of the
agreement with the bargaining unit. Therefore, as of July 1, 1981,
Mr. Satkowski's hourly rate of pay will be $5.65. Mr. Seelye reported that
the Water Control Commission's budget for 1981/82 has sufficient funds to
cover this increase. Mr. D'Errico reported that this matter came up
about six months ago, and his findings are that in the course of adjusting
the various energy savings that Mr. Satkowski and Mr. Bugay are doing
the same job. This has been going on for several months. Mr. Seelye
and Mr. Baldyga met with Mr. D'Errico to discuss this proposal, and they
are in agreement. Mr. McKeon asked what some of their duties are.
Mr. D'Errico replied they sample water every day. Mr. McKeon asked if it
takes two people to sample the water. Mr. Argazzi asked if there is any
mechanical aptitude involved. Mr. D'Erric0 replied yes. On motion by
Mr. McKeon, seconded by Mr. Argazzi, it was voted to approve the request
of Mr. Seelye, with recou,~endation by Mr. D'Errico, to upgrade the position
of Mr. Satakowski and to increase his hourly rate as outlined above.
OMOTION CA.RRIED.
Mayor Ragazzi presented the letter of resignation from Mr. Stanton P. Brown
from the Economic Development Commission. Mayor Ragazzi recommended a
letter of acceptance by forwarded to Mr. Brown. On motion by Mr. Argazzi,
seconded by Mr. McKeon, it was voted to accept the resignation of Mr. Stanton
Brown from the Econimic DeVelopment with regret. 'MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. D'Errtco presented the revised Rules and Regulations, and recommended
a copy be sent to Corporation Counsel for his perusal and to the Department
Heads After the COrporatio~ COunsel ~nd DePartment Heads have reviewed
the K~!es and Regulations,. a~:copY Will'be forwarded to the union asking
for their input; Mr, D'Errico asked the Executive Board to bring their
attention to page 23 of the Rules and Regulations 'regarding permissive
causes for dismissal from Town service. Mr. Argazzi stated he would
compare the revised draft wfth the old draft before making a decision on
adoption. TABLED..
There being no further.business to come before the Executive Board, the
meeting adjourned at 8'.45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane P. Rutkowski
Acting Secretary
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