Bristol public meetings in 2022

Diversity Council

The council will review November minutes and address current business including the Youth Coalition, Member Features, and Panel Series. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a January special meeting.

• 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Youth Coalition
• Member Features
• Panel Series
• January Special Meeting Discussion

The Council approved the 2023 meeting calendar and scheduled a Black History Month panel series for February 28, 2023. Members agreed to invite Alexandra Thomas to the panel and formed a subcommittee to manage the event. The Council also decided against holding a special meeting in January.

• Approved October meeting minutes
• Approved proposed 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Approved February 28, 2023, regular meeting time of 6:00pm to 6:30pm to be followed by a panel series
• Agreed to invite Alexandra Thomas to the February panel
• Tabled the proposal to involve members of the public as liaisons
• Formed a Panel Discussion subcommittee consisting of Kelly, Derek, David, and Jaymie
• Decided against holding a special meeting before the February panel event

Board of Fire Commissioners

The December 22 meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners consists of procedural items, including the approval of minutes and monthly reports. The board will also review subcommittee and Chief's reports.

• Approval of monthly and annual reports
• Review of the Chief's report

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will review the 2022 Annual Report and discuss the FY 23-24 budget recommendation. The agenda includes awarding contracts for Kern Park, Stocks/Casey Field, and Perry Spinelli renovations. The board will also consider a proposal to name the Urban Garden and establish a tribute mural.

• Contract award to FHI Studio for Kern Park Design and Improvements ($300,000)
• Contract award to Trademark Contractors LLC for Stocks/Casey Field Construction
• Contract award for Perry Spinelli Renovations Phase 2
• Approval of the FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation
• Proposal to name the Urban Garden and establish a tribute mural

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation and awarded contracts for Kern Park, Stocks/Casey Field, and Perry Spinelli Renovations. The board also accepted the acquisition of Lot 98-1 on Frederick Street.

• Approved Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation (all in favor)
• Approved award contract to FHI Studio for Kern Park Design and Improvements (all in favor)
• Approved award contract to Trademark Contractors LLC for Stocks/Casey Field Construction (all in favor)
• Approved award contract for Perry Spinelli Renovations Phase 2 (all in favor)
• Accepted Lot 98-1 Frederick Street, Assessor’s Map 43 (all in favor)
• Approved 2023 Board of Park Commissioner Meeting Calendar (all in favor)
• Approved adding Conflict-of-Interest forms for commissioners (all in favor)
• Accepted 2022 Annual Report and November 16, 2022 minutes (all in favor)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Finance Committee is reviewing the Superintendent’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting also includes updates regarding Blues contract negotiations and the Ed Swicklas Employee Garden Monument.

• Review of Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation
• Updates regarding Blues Contract Negotiations
• Updates regarding the Ed Swicklas Employee Garden Monument

The Finance Committee reviewed and approved the Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation. This recommendation was referred to the Board of Park Commissioners.

• Approved December 15, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
• Approved Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation and referred to Board of Park Commissioners

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will review the 2023 board calendar and approve minutes from November 18, 2022. The meeting also includes discussions regarding vacant land on Hart Street and scheduled tours of several properties.

• 32.4 +/- acres of vacant land on Hart Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 43, Lot 98-1 Frederick Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 40, Lot 3 Broad Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 43, Lot 96 Twining Street

The Real Estate Committee approved its 2023 board calendar. The committee also referred a potential $20,000 purchase of Map #18, Lot #63 on Belmont Street to city departments and the Planning Commission for review.

• Approved minutes of November 15, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Board Calendar (3-0)
• Referred Belmont Street property purchase to Parks, Public Works, Water & Sewer, and Planning Commission (3-0)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review several budget transfers and appropriations across city departments. The agenda includes funding adjustments for Public Works, the Police Department, and the Assessor's office. It also addresses changes to the Road Improvements Fund.

• $3,370,500 additional appropriation within the Public Works Capital Projects Fund
• $2,513,736 additional appropriation within the Road Improvements Fund
• $249,681 additional appropriation for the Police Department Special Grants and Donations Fund
• $41,561 in transfers within the Community Development Block Grant Fund
• $10,903 transfer within the Public Works operating budget

The Board of Finance approved a consent agenda and several individual motions to transfer and appropriate funds, recommending them for final approval at a Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance. Key actions included significant funding adjustments for road improvements and capital projects.

• Approved consent agenda including $3,370,500 appropriation for Capital Projects Fund
• Approved $249,681 appropriation for Police Department Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Approved $2,513,736 additional appropriation for Road Improvements Fund
• Approved $852,497 in transfers within the Road Improvements Fund
• Approved $921,957 decrease in appropriations for Road Improvements Fund
• Approved $19,485 transfer from General Fund Contingency to Comptroller's Office
• Approved $6,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency to Human Resources – Schooling
• Approved $10,903 transfer within Public Works operating budget

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The Firehouse 3 Building Committee is holding a special meeting to review Request for Qualifications 2P23-037. The agenda also includes call to order and public participation.

• Review of Request for Qualifications 2P23-037

The committee discussed the scope of services for Request for Qualifications 2P23-037 to engage a design team. The solicitation follows a traditional design-bid-build model. The RFQ will be issued after the holiday break.

• Reviewed Request for Qualifications 2P23-037 for design team engagement
• Determined RFQ will be issued following the holiday break

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners reviewed monthly departmental reports and year-to-date accounts. During the meeting, a $35,000 donation was presented to the Bristol K9 Fund in honor of Officer Iurato. The board also established a new monthly meeting schedule for the Police Memorial Committee.

• $35,000 donation to the Bristol K9 Fund
• New monthly meeting schedule for the Police Memorial Committee
• Approval of various monthly police reports
• Approval of November 2022 special meeting minutes

The Board approved new parking restrictions on Laurel Street and ruled on several alarm fine appeals. The Board also accepted a retirement request for Detective Alan Hornkohl and approved the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Approved 'No Parking' sign additions on Laurel Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Board of Finance request (Unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Detective Alan Hornkohl effective January 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Police meeting calendar (Unanimous)
• Assessed William Hadley $90 fines for three months (Unanimous)
• Assessed BZ Foodmart $90 fines for four dates and waived late fees (Unanimous)
• Waived all fees for Timothy Gunn's November 2 violations (Unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

The December 20 meeting consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of previous minutes and the election of new officers. The Board will also review department reports and address customer correspondence for specific addresses.

• Election of Board officers
• Review of customer correspondence for 98 Chestnut Street and Stellas Way properties
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
• Discussion of On-call Engineering RFQ
• Review of November 2022 department reports

The Board approved the November 2022 department reports and the 2023 meeting schedule. Commissioner Phelan was appointed to the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget Committee.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 2022 Department Reports (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Phelan to the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (unanimous)

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will review November department reports and approve the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes discussion regarding customer correspondence for businesses on Farmington Avenue and an engineering RFQ.

• Customer correspondence for 1444 (Chipotle) & 1450 (Starbucks) Farmington Avenue
• On-call Engineering RFQ
• Approval of November 2022 Department Reports
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule

The Board of Sewer Commissioners approved the November 2022 department reports and the 2023 meeting schedule. Commissioner Phelan was appointed to the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget Committee. No action was taken regarding correspondence for 1444 and 1450 Farmington Avenue.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved November 2022 Department Reports (Unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Phelan to the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Monday, January 30, 2023.

• Cancellation of the December 19, 2022, regular meeting

The regular meeting scheduled for December 19, 2022, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review division reports and project updates. Agenda items include the City Hall renovation, bus shelters, and the solar landfill.

• Snow Clearing and Sidewalk Policy
• City Hall Renovation Project
• Solar Landfill Update
• Covanta Grant - BEHS
• Bus Shelters

The Board approved a request for $3,370,500 in CMAQ funds to improve traffic signal timing and pedestrian crossings downtown. Members also authorized spending for City Hall renovation security and roof work, and approved a new snow clearing and sidewalk policy.

• Approved $3,370,500 for downtown traffic signal and pedestrian crossing upgrades
• Approved approximately $40,000 for video doorbell systems at City Hall
• Approved $38,000 for City Hall ground water system
• Approved $15,000 for enhanced roof penetrations at City Hall
• Approved routing solar array application for Lake Avenue landfill to Corporation Council
• Approved Snow Clearing and Sidewalk Policy
• Authorized Public Works Director to pursue easements
• Accepted November 17, 2022 meeting minutes

Commission on Aging

The meeting includes updates on projects and Dial-a-ride services. The Commission will also receive a Mayor’s update and reports on upcoming programs.

• Dial-a-ride update
• Projects update
• Monthly statistical report

The Commission on Aging approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting. Executive Director Patricia Tomascak provided updates on facility repairs, ARPA funds, and monthly membership statistics. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (All in Favor)

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will hear appeals regarding several code enforcement citations. These cases involve properties located on North Main Street, Gridley Street, Riverside Avenue, and Wolcott Street.

• Appeal of citation 251161 at 81 North Main Street
• Appeals for Castleford Properties at 83 Gridley Street
• Appeal of citation 251977 at 170 Riverside Avenue
• Appeal of citation 251979 at 81 Wolcott Street

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will review next steps for the city's energy plan and receive a presentation from Energeia. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the $36,836.58 Energy Efficiency Fund balance.

• Presentation by Energeia
• Discussion of Energy Efficiency Fund balance ($36,836.58)
• Review of next steps for the Energy Plan
• Approval of the 2023 meeting calendar

The Energy Commission approved the meeting calendar for 2023 and the Energy Efficiency Fund balance. The commission also received a presentation from Energia regarding their services and projects in Connecticut.

• Approved October 20, 2022 and November 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved Energy Efficiency Fund balance of $36,836.58

Board of Park Commissioners

The Finance Committee is reviewing the Superintendent’s budget recommendation for fiscal year 2023-2024. The review covers proposed expenditures and revenues for administration, parks, recreation, and aquatics divisions. The committee will consider a motion to refer this recommendation to the Board of Park Commissioners.

• Review of Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation
• Proposed $1,624,970 expenditure for Parks Supervisor division
• Proposed $545,240 expenditure for Administration division
• Proposed $624,410 expenditure for Recreation division

The committee accepted the minutes from the November 16, 2022 special meeting. Members reviewed the Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Budget Recommendation and discussed the Blues Contract Negotiations and the Ed Swicklas Employee Garden Monument.

• Accepted November 16, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes

Board of Finance

The Purchasing Committee will discuss materials and services that may impact the FY2022-2023 budget or delivery constraints. The committee is also scheduled to discuss Public Act 22-25 regarding the purchase of electric vehicles and associated charging stations.

• Approval of 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Discussion on materials and services impacting the FY2022-2023 budget
• Discussion of Public Act 22-25 regarding electric vehicles and charging stations

The committee unanimously approved the 2023 meeting schedule. Members discussed projected budget increases for road salt, gasoline, diesel, and heating fuel for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, as well as the impact of Public Act 22-25 regarding electric vehicle charging stations.

• Approved 2023 meeting calendar for third Thursday of the month (unanimous)

Youth Commission

The commission will consider the Superintendent’s budget recommendation for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and its referral to the Comptroller’s Office. The agenda also includes updates on the Holiday Gift Giving Program and the 2023 Youth Recognition Awards nomination process. Additionally, the body will review year-to-date financial reports.

• Approval of FY 23-24 Youth & Community Services Budget Recommendation
• Acceptance of 2023 Youth Recognition Awards nomination applications
• Holiday Gift Giving Program update
• Review of Year to Date Financials

The Youth Commission approved the Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Youth & Community Services Budget Recommendation for referral to the Comptroller’s Office. The commission also approved the 2023 meeting calendar and the 2023 Youth Recognition Awards Nomination Application.

• Approved Superintendent’s FY 23-24 Youth & Community Services Budget Recommendation
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Accepted 2023 Youth Recognition Awards Nomination Application
• Accepted October 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted and filed Youth and Community Services Supervisor’s Report

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will host a presentation on members of the Deaf Community. The meeting also includes a review of expectations for Commissioner roles during and outside of meetings.

• Presentation: Members of the Deaf Community
• Review of expectations regarding Commissioner roles
• Approval of November 9, 2022 minutes

The Commission held a presentation where six members of the Deaf community shared experiences regarding education, work, and accessibility. No new or current business was conducted during the meeting.

• Postponed new and current business to the January meeting

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will consider several fund transfers and appropriations. This includes funding for the Drug Free Communities Grant and the HIV Task Force. The Comptroller will also present a monthly revenue and expense report.

• $125,000 appropriation for the Drug Free Communities Grant
• $16,000 transfer within the Community Development Block Grant Fund
• $20,000 transfer in Public Works to purchase two mason dump trucks
• $850 appropriation for Emergency Management
• $1,500 appropriation for the HIV Task Force

The City Council and Board of Finance unanimously approved four items via a consent calendar, including grants for emergency management and drug-free communities. The body also approved a budget transfer for the purchase of two dump trucks.

• Approved $850 additional appropriation for Emergency Management (unanimous)
• Approved $16,000 transfer within Community Development Block Grant Fund for Professional Fees (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 additional appropriation for Drug Free Communities Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 additional appropriation for HIV Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 transfer within Public Works Operating Budget to purchase two mason dump trucks (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will consider several contracts for park renovations and city hall upgrades. The meeting also includes reviews of non-bargaining employee salary changes and property lease agreements.

• $609,250 contract for Casey Field and E.G. Stocks Playground renovations
• $458,508.43 contract for Audio Visual Systems at Bristol City Hall
• 3% general wage increase for non-bargaining employees
• $267,644 contract for Railroad Spur Renovations
• $30,800 contract amendment for Northeast Middle School Project

The City Council approved a 3% retroactive wage increase for non-bargaining employees and several infrastructure contracts. The council also authorized a land bank agreement with New Colony Development Corporation and settled a litigation matter with Adelbrook Community Services.

• Approved 3% general wage increase for non-bargaining employees retroactive to July 1, 2022
• Awarded $609,250 contract for Casey Field and E.G. Stocks Playground improvements to Trademark Contractors, LLC
• Awarded $458,508.43 contract for City Hall audio visual systems to RnB Enterprises, Inc.
• Awarded $267,644 contract for railroad spur renovations to Rhinehart Railroad Construction, Inc.
• Approved $14,839.25 in motor vehicle, personal property, real estate, and income/expense tax refunds
• Authorized land bank agreement between City of Bristol and New Colony Development Corporation
• Approved $2,500 tax abatement to resolve Adelbrook Community Services, Inc. vs. City of Bristol litigation
• Approved lease with Bristol-Burlington Health District for Douglas A. Beals Senior Community Center at $54,584.32 per year

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The Task Force is discussing preparations for a forum scheduled for April 26, 2023, at the Library. The agenda includes details on advertising, speakers, and event costs. Members will also receive updates on the budget and membership requests.

• Approval of September 22 and November 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• Planning for April 26, 2023 forum including speakers and $20.00 per person fee
• Update on City Council approved budget and Clinton Robert’s Foundation Grant
• Membership updates regarding reinstatement requests and new members

The Task Force discussed logistics for a forum scheduled for April 26, 2023, at the Library, including potential speakers and funding sources. The group also noted that the City Council approved the budget.

• Approved September 22, 2022 minutes
• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes
• Scheduled forum for April 26, 2023, from 8a-12 noon (or 2pm) at the Library

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force Business Subcommittee will meet to discuss an application from Novo Precision. The subcommittee may also take action regarding the application during this meeting.

• Discussion of Novo Precision’s application

The American Rescue Plan Task Force approved the 2023 meeting calendar and the minutes from October 3, 2022. The board voted to designate the Exchange Club as a beneficiary. Members also received updates on fund drawdowns and the Novo Precision project.

• Approved minutes from October 3, 2022
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Approved Exchange Club as a beneficiary

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will review contract and draw down updates with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC. The agenda also includes an update on the Building Bristol Grant Program and a discussion regarding subrecipient awards for the Exchange Club.

• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC regarding contract and draw down updates
• Building Bristol Grant Program update
• Modification of subrecipient awards designation for the Exchange Club
• Approval of November 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2023 meeting calendar

The American Rescue Plan Task Force approved the 2023 meeting calendar and designated the Exchange Club as a beneficiary. The board also reviewed fund drawdown requests totaling approximately $1.2 million and discussed project monitoring guidelines.

• Approved minutes from November 14, 2022
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Approved Exchange Club as a beneficiary

Cemetery Commission

The commission is reviewing several cemetery maintenance and technology initiatives. These include lawn maintenance at four historic areas and software for locating gravestones at North Cemetery. The meeting also addresses conservation needs for the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery.

• Conservation of the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery
• Lawn maintenance at four historic grave areas in Bristol
• Work by Schall & Staub Enterprises on the 'Iron Fence' site at North Cemetery
• Use of QR codes and software for locating gravestones at North Cemetery
• Wreaths Across America event at Lewis Street Cemetery on December 17

The Commission approved the 2023 meeting calendar and the minutes from November 14, 2022. Members discussed security measures for historic cemeteries and potential funding for a Civil War monument repair.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar with March meeting date changed to March 6, 2023

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will consider a proposed amendment to add density requirements for elderly and life care facilities in several residential zones. The agenda also includes public hearings for motor vehicle repair facilities and reviews of new applications for various developments.

• Proposed zoning regulation amendment regarding density for elderly housing
• Public hearing for motor vehicle repair and sale at 96-98 East Main Street
• Public hearing for a motor vehicle repair facility at 735 Farmington Avenue
• Application to convert a three-family dwelling to a four-family dwelling at 110 West Street
• New applications for elderly housing and parking structures

The Commission approved special permits and site plans for motor vehicle repair facilities on East Main Street and Farmington Avenue. A proposed density limit for elderly housing was continued to a future meeting following public opposition.

• Approved Special Permit for auto repair and sales at 96-98 East Main Street with stipulations on vehicle count and hours (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan revision for auto repair and sales at 88 and 96-98 East Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Special Permit for auto repair facility at 735 Farmington Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan for auto repair facility at 735 Farmington Avenue with stipulations (5-0)
• Continued proposed elderly housing density amendment (AZR-22-2) to January 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for 110 West Street dwelling conversion for January 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for elderly housing at Map 20, Lot 92-A for January 23, 2023 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for elderly housing at 355 Camp Street for February 13, 2023 (5-0)

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board will review the November Treasurer's report and previous meeting minutes. The board will also consider requests to approve retirements for the Bristol Town Clerk and a Board of Education employee.

• Retirement request: Therese Pac, Bristol Town Clerk ($81,931.92 annually)
• Retirement request: Gail Norton, Board of Education ($12,746.91 annually)

The General Government Retirement Board approved the normal retirement of two employees. The board also accepted the November 2022 Treasurer's Report and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved normal retirement for Therese Pac effective Nov 16, 2022 ($81,931.92 annually) (Unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for Gail Norton effective Nov 12, 2022 ($12,746.91 annually) (Unanimous)
• Accepted November 2022 Treasurer's Reports (Unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will address new business regarding several property addresses in Bristol. The agenda includes a discussion on an assessment freeze for 193 Woodland St. Additionally, the committee will review various old business items.

• Discussion of assessment freeze for 193 Woodland St.
• Review of new business properties including 80 George St. and 66 Emmett St. Unit #50
• Review of old business items such as 224 North Main St. and 56 Park St.

The committee approved a tax freeze for 193 Woodland St. following the completion of property improvements. Members also reviewed the status of numerous properties with ongoing code, sanitary, and structural violations.

• Approved tax freeze for 193 Woodland St. (Unanimous)
• Approved November 02, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Economic and Community Development

The CDBG Policy Committee will meet to approve minutes from the October 20, 2022, special meeting. The committee will also review and act on Letters of Intent regarding reallocated CDBG-CV3+ funds. They intend to request complete applications from agencies by December 20.

• Approval of minutes from the October 20, 2022, special meeting
• Review and action on Letters of Intent for reallocated CDBG-CV3+ funds
• Request for complete applications from agencies due by December 20

The committee approved the reallocation of CDBG-CV3+ funds to address a rise in homelessness and eviction. Funding was split between a housing agency to prevent homelessness and a shelter for immediate services. Both agencies must submit shortened applications by December 15th.

• Approved $10,000.00 in CDBG-CV3+ funds for Human Resources Agency of New Britain
• Approved $31,561.75 in CDBG-CV3+ funds for St. Vincent DePaul Mission
• Approved minutes from October 20, 2022 meeting
• Required shortened applications from HRA and St. Vincent DePaul by December 15th at 3:00 p.m.

City Arts & Culture Commission

The Commission will review proposals for potential sites for the $15,000 Heart Sculpture Project and discuss its timeline and fundraising. Members will also consider a proposal from the Forestville Village Association to co-manage the Duck Race. The agenda includes discussions on the 2023 meeting calendar and the Urban Garden Mural.

• Reviewing site locations for the $15,000 Heart Sculpture Project
• Discussing timeline and fundraising for the Heart $ ext{Sculpture Project}$
• Considering a co-management offer from Forestville Village Association for the Duck Race
• Reviewing the FY 23-24 Budget Request
• Discussion regarding the Urban Garden Mural

The Commission approved its budget request for the next fiscal year and the 2023 meeting calendar. It also voted to relinquish the Duck Race to the Forestville Village Association. Proposals regarding the Heart Sculpture were tabled.

• Approved FY 23-24 Budget Request of $15k (all in favor)
• Approved 2023 Meeting Calendar (all in favor)
• Approved relinquishing the Duck Race to the Forestville Village Association as a ticket sales partner (all in favor)
• Approved adding the Conflict-of-Interest form for Commissioners (all in favor)
• Accepted November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Tabled Heart Sculpture site location proposals until January
• Tabled Heart Sculpture timeline and fundraising discussion until February

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will review progress on the zoning rewrite process, including an October 2022 FHI presentation. The meeting also includes approving previous meeting minutes and electing new officers.

• Approval of April 18 and October 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of October 2022 FHI Meeting Presentation
• Discussion of the zoning rewrite process and future regulatory items
• Election of officers

The Commission approved minutes from two previous special meetings and elected its officers. Members reviewed a 95% complete draft of the Zoning Regulations, including updates to parking, permitted uses, and building heights, with further comments due by January 6, 2023.

• Approved April 18, 2022 special meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 26, 2022 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Louise Provenzano as Chair, David White as Vice Chairman, and Thomas Marra as Secretary (5-0)

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

The Fair Rent Task Force is meeting to discuss the structure and provisions for an ordinance to establish a fair rent commission. Members will review research reports from the state legislature and a toolkit from HOMEConnecticut. The agenda also includes public participation regarding the proposed ordinance.

• Public participation regarding ordinance provisions
• Discussion of commission membership, appointments, and terms
• Review of state legislature research reports
• Discussion of commission powers, penalties, and investigation procedures
• Review of the HOMEConnecticut fair rent commission toolkit

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review the Noise Ordinance and peddler’s license fees. The meeting also includes discussions on cannabis usage in public places and an update on air quality issues. Additionally, the committee will adopt the 2023 regular meeting calendar.

• Review of Noise Ordinance Sec. 15-16 et.seq.
• Peddler’s license fees
• Cannabis usage in public places
• Air quality issues update
• Adoption of 2023 regular meeting calendar

Ordinance Committee

The committee is reviewing the noise ordinance, peddler's license fees, and cannabis use in public places. Members will also discuss air quality updates and adopt the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Review of Noise Ordinance Sec. 15-16 et.seq.
• Peddler’s license fees
• Cannabis usage in public places
• Air quality issues update
• Adoption of 2023 regular meeting calendar

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for several property applications. These include requests for a general repairers license and variances for a mixed-use development. The board will also elect officers and approve minutes from November 1, 2022.

• Variance for a mixed-use building at 37 Main Street
• General repairers license application for 735 Farmington Avenue
• Appeal regarding 163 King Street and Lot 29 Kingswood Drive
• Election of officers

The Board approved a general repairer's license for a quick oil change shop and variances for a mixed-use building on Main Street. A request to allow a commercial nursery and greenhouse as a permitted farm use was denied. The Board also elected its officers for the upcoming term.

• Denied appeal for 163 King Street to allow nursery/greenhouse as permitted farm use (0-5)
• Approved general repairer's license for quick oil change shop at 735 Farmington Avenue (5-0)
• Approved build-to-line and fenestration variances for mixed-use building at 37 Main Street (5-0)
• Elected Richard Raymond as Secretary (5-0)
• Elected David Pecevich as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Jerald Rafaniello as Chairman (5-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Library Board of Directors

The Board of Library Directors will meet to review the draft budget for the 2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a presentation by Susan Sadecki from the Main Street Community Foundation.

• Review of 2024 Fiscal Year Budget Draft
• Presentation by Susan Sadecki of the Main Street Community Foundation
• Approval of November 7, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board approved the 2024 Fiscal Year Budget draft and a collaboration with the CT State Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped to become a HUB library. Several expenditures for facility upgrades and a community vehicle were funded using trust funds. The Board also approved a website redesign and new booking software.

• Approved collaboration to become a CT State Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped HUB library
• Approved $4,550 from Bristol Libraries Trust Fund for Meeting Room #1 AV Upgrade
• Approved use of Manross Trust Fund to cover $4,559 cost shortage for Community Outreach Vehicle
• Approved use of Manross Trust Fund for website redesign and meeting room booking software
• Approved Draft of the 2024 Fiscal Year Budget
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Parking Authority

The regular meeting of the Bristol Parking Authority scheduled for Monday, December 5, 2022, has been cancelled. This cancellation was issued per the order of Commissioner Michael Petosa.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Police Memorial Subcommittee will hold an election for its officers. The meeting includes a review of ideas submitted by the public and discussion regarding potential actions for temporary memorials.

• Election of officers
• Review of ideas submitted by the public
• Discussion and potential action on temporary memorials

The subcommittee elected a chairman and vice chairman and decided to move a temporary police cruiser memorial inside a garage for protection. The committee also reviewed several public suggestions for a permanent fallen officers memorial.

• Elected Paul Lemieux as Chairman (Unanimous)
• Elected Chris Hayden as Vice Chairman (Unanimous)
• Approved moving the police cruiser from the front of the building to inside the garage after January 1, 2023 (Unanimous)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Commission will review applications for a new pedestrian bridge over Freeman Hill Brook and sidewalks along Shrub Road and Jerome Avenue. The agenda also includes proposals for a medical office, restaurant, drive-thru, and car wash at 1251 and 1265 Farmington Avenue.

• Sidewalk installation and new pedestrian bridge over Freeman Hill Brook
• Wetlands boundary change for 1251 and 1265 Farmington Avenue
• Construction of medical office, restaurant, drive-thru, and car wash at 1251 and 1265 Farmington Avenue
• Approved administrative applications for fences at 191 Corbin Ridge and 66 Ridgecrest Lane

The Commission received three new wetlands applications and scheduled public hearings and site inspections for January 2023. It also continued matters regarding 50 George Street and 109 Moody Street.

• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Received Application #2000 (Shrub Road sidewalk/bridge); set public hearing for Jan 9, 2023 and site inspection for Jan 7, 2023
• Received Application #2001 (1251/1265 Farmington Ave boundary change); set public hearing for Jan 9, 2023 and site inspection for Jan 7, 2023
• Received Application #2002 (1251/1265 Farmington Ave commercial construction) and continued to Jan 9, 2023
• Filed report on staff-approved fence applications at 191 Corbin Ridge and 66 Ridgecrest Lane
• Filed November 2022 Acting Inland Wetlands Zoning Enforcement Officer report
• Continued 50 George Street matter until permits are obtained
• Continued 109 Moody Street application

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Commission will discuss 234 Riverside Ave., downtown progress, and ARPA updates. The meeting also includes reports on economic development, grants, and marketing.

• 234 Riverside Ave.
• ARPA Update
• Downtown Update
• Economic Development/Grants/Marketing Report

The Board approved a letter to the State of CT Siting Council regarding a proposed fuel cell and data center project at 234 Riverside Avenue. Members also received updates on the Sessions building remediation and the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Authorized Mayor Jeffrey Caggiano to submit comments to the State Siting Council regarding 234 Riverside Ave (Passed)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Passed)
• Accepted Consent Agenda into record (Passed)
• Approved proposed 2023 Board Meeting Calendar (Passed)

Historic District Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to restore original garage doors at 77 Bradley Street. The agenda also includes approval of June 22, 2022, meeting minutes and review of staff-approved applications.

• Public hearing for door conversion at 77 Bradley Street
• Approval of June 22, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Staff-approved roof replacement at 42 Oakland Street

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for John Gorman to convert four entryway doors back to their original garage-style condition at 77 Bradley Street. The approval is subject to land use staff inspection and adherence to submitted plans.

• Approved Application #2022-11-01 for garage door restoration at 77 Bradley Street (4-0)

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The committee will meet to appoint officers and establish a meeting calendar. The agenda includes reviewing land acquisitions and discussing requirements for hiring design professionals.

• Appointment of officers
• Establishment of a meeting calendar
• Review of land acquisitions
• Discussion on engaging design professionals
• Discussion on construction delivery methods

The committee appointed Sean Moore as chair and Richard Hart as vice chair. Members established a monthly meeting schedule for 2023 and requested the purchasing agent prepare a Request for Qualifications for design professionals.

• Appointed Sean Moore as chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard Hart as vice chair (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting calendar for the third Tuesday of every month (unanimous)
• Determined architectural RFQ will assume traditional general contractor delivery method

Planning Commission

The Commission will review a proposed zoning amendment regarding density requirements for elderly and life care facilities. The agenda also includes updates on subdivision status and land use training guidelines.

• Proposed zoning amendment AZR-22-2 for density in R-10, R-15, R-25 & R-40 zones
• Subdivision Status Report
• Update on Land Use Training Guidelines

The Planning Commission issued a negative referral to the Zoning Commission regarding a proposed amendment to limit elderly housing density to 4 units per acre. The Commission determined the limit was too low and inconsistent with the 2018 Plan of Conservation and Development.

• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Issued negative referral for Application AZR #22-2 to limit elderly housing density to 4 units per acre in R-10, R-15, R-25, and R-40 zones (5-0)

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

The Fair Rent Task Force will discuss the establishment of a fair rent commission ordinance. Members will review research reports and toolkits to determine the structure, powers, and procedures of the proposed commission. The meeting includes a period for public participation regarding ordinance provisions.

• Public participation on ordinance provisions
• Review of state legislature research reports and HOMEConnecticut toolkit
• Discussion of commission membership, appointments, and terms
• Discussion of commission powers, including complaint investigations and fines

The task force established the framework for a future Fair Rent Commission, including membership size, appointment processes, and term lengths. They also agreed on specific requirements for landlord and tenant representation on the board.

• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Agreed on a 7-member commission with 3 alternates
• Determined Mayor shall appoint members with Council approval
• Required 2 members to be landlords and 2 to be tenants
• Required 1 alternate to be a landlord and 1 to be a tenant
• Agreed on 3-year staggered terms
• Determined commission shall choose its own chairperson
• Set quorum at 4 persons for action

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council will discuss current business regarding the Farmer’s Market, Youth Coalition, and Panel Series. The meeting also includes discussions on subcommittees and the December meeting format.

• Farmer's Market discussion
• Youth Coalition discussion
• Panel Series discussion
• Sub Committees discussion
• December Meeting Format Discussion

The council decided to hold panel series quarterly and continue its presence at the Farmers Market next year. Members also agreed to make monthly council meetings mandatory for Youth Coalition members. A special meeting in January was scheduled to discuss subcommittees.

• Approved continuing booth at Farmers Market for next year, but earlier in the season
• Approved holding panels quarterly
• Approved holding the next panel in February for Black History Month
• Approved making monthly Diversity Council meetings mandatory for Youth Coalition members
• Tabled subcommittees item to a special meeting in January
• Approved holding the December meeting virtually
• Approved October meeting minutes

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review the 2023-2024 budget calendar and a budget update from the Board of Education. The agenda includes several fund transfers and additional appropriations for various city departments.

• $125,000 additional appropriation within the Special Grants and Donations Fund for PRYCS
• $20,000 transfer within the Public Works operating budget
• $16,000 transfer within the Community Development Block Grant Fund
• Board of Education budget update
• Quarterly update on the Local Bidding Preference

The Board of Finance approved a consent agenda including several small budget transfers and appropriations. The board also recommended a $20,000 transfer within the Public Works operating budget to purchase two used mason dump trucks.

• Approved 2023-2024 Budget Calendar
• Approved $400 transfer within Assessor’s operating budget
• Approved $1,000 transfer within Fire Department’s operating budget
• Approved $850 appropriation for Emergency Management (Special Grants and Donations Fund)
• Approved $16,000 transfer within Community Development Block Grant Fund
• Approved $125,000 appropriation for PRYCS (Special Grants and Donations Fund)
• Approved $1,500 appropriation for HIV Task Force (General Fund)
• Recommended $20,000 transfer within Public Works budget for two used mason dump trucks

Commission on Aging

The Bristol Commission on Aging will review project updates and the Mayor's update. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Dial a Ride services and monthly statistical reports.

• Projects update
• Dial a ride discussion
• Monthly statistical report
• Director's report

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. Executive Director Tomascak reported on facility improvements and a budget shortfall for the Dial-a-ride program. Mayor Caggiano discussed property re-evaluations and the City Council's plan to lower the mill rate.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (All in Favor)

Board of Finance

The Purchasing Committee will discuss materials and services that may impact the FY2022-2023 budget or delivery constraints. No specific contracts or dollar amounts are listed in this agenda.

• Discussion of materials and services with potential impact to FY2022-2023 budget

The committee discussed cost increases for water and wastewater treatment chemicals and sludge disposal. Members also reviewed gasoline and diesel fuel price trends and the impact of transformer shortages on the new City Hall. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will review monthly reports from the Fire Marshal, Mechanical Division, and Training Division. The meeting also includes updates on various engines and towers, including ongoing repairs for Engine 5 and Tower 1.

• Review of Fire Marshal, Mechanical, and Training Division reports
• Status update on Tower 1 engine oil leaks and camera repairs
• Update on Engine 5 water leak and AC system repairs
• Report on asbestos mitigation in Engine 3 boiler room
• Updates on Engines 1, 2, 3, and 4

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will review the 2023 meeting calendar and previous minutes. The commission will also discuss energy efficiency fund grants and next steps for the Energy Plan. Dave Oakes, Public Facilities & Energy Manager, will provide updates.

• Energy Plan – Next Steps
• Energy Efficiency Fund Grants discussion
• Department of Public Works Recycling 101 Workshop
• Approval of the 2023 Meeting Calendar

The Commission received updates on electrical and generator upgrades for Fire Houses #2 and #5. No votes were taken on the 2023 meeting calendar or previous minutes, both of which were tabled.

• Tabled approval of October 20, 2022 minutes
• Tabled approval of 2023 Meeting Calendar
• Approved motion to adjourn

Salary Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the October 26, 2022 special meeting. Members will also consider a request from the Director of Human Resources regarding salary and insurance changes for non-bargaining employees effective July 1, 2022.

• Review of October 26, 2022 special meeting minutes
• Proposed changes to salaries and insurance for non-bargaining employees
• Referral of salary and insurance funding request to the Board of Finance

The Salary Committee voted to recommend several changes to the non-bargaining salary schedule to the City Council. These include a 3% general wage increase, a reduction in salary steps, and specific position upgrades. Some recommendations were referred to the Board of Finance for funding.

• Approved minutes of October 26, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended change to non-bargaining step-advancement to occur on anniversary date
• Recommended removal of Comptroller position from non-bargaining schedule effective July 1, 2022
• Recommended decreasing non-bargaining salary steps from seven to four effective July 1, 2022
• Recommended 3% general wage increase for non-bargaining employees retroactive to July 1, 2022
• Recommended wage freeze for Salary Code 8 positions from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2023
• Recommended $5,000 wage adjustment for specific non-bargaining positions effective January 1, 2023
• Recommended upgrades for Director of Public Works and Personnel Analyst positions effective January 1, 2023

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will review several park development proposals and policy updates. Agenda items include presentations on a cricket field proposal and Quinlan Park site improvements. The board will also consider adopting the 2023 Policy Manual.

• Approval to award contract for Kern Park Design and Improvements
• Approval of Pigeon Hill Preserve Memorandum of Understanding
• Presentation on Cricket Field Proposal
• Presentation on Quinlan Park Site Improvements Plans
• Adoption of the 2023 Policy Manual

The Board approved the 2023 Policy Manual, a Low Mow Pilot Program, and an irrigation system for the Peck Park baseball field. It also authorized a memorandum of understanding for the Pigeon Hill Preserve and a brick fundraiser for Quinlan Park.

• Approved 2023 Policy Manual
• Approved Low Mow Pilot Program Proposal
• Approved installation of extended irrigation system at Peck Park baseball field
• Approved Pigeon Hill Preserve Memorandum of Understanding with Environmental Learning Centers of CT
• Approved Quinlan Park Brick Fundraiser with stipulation for final fund allocation report
• Referred Cricket Field Proposal to Policy Subcommittee
• Referred FY23 Park Security Proposal to Finance Subcommittee
• Deferred Kern Park Design and Improvements contract award to December meeting

Board of Park Commissioners

The committee will review action items related to the Dinner on the Diamond fundraising event. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes from the September 14, 2022, special meeting.

• Review of Dinner on the Diamond action items
• Acceptance of September 14, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee accepted the minutes from the September 14, 2022 special meeting. Community Engagement Coordinator Benoit presented action items for Dinner on the Diamond, which were discussed by the committee.

• Approved September 14, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Finance Committee is discussing preliminary budget priorities for fiscal year 23-24 and a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes an update on Bristol Blues contract negotiations and a review of the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center membership program.

• Update on Bristol Blues Contract Negotiation
• Preliminary FY 23-24 Budget Priorities and 10-Year CIP
• Review of Dennis Malone Aquatics Center Membership Program
• Annual Review of Fee Schedules

The Finance Committee approved the fee schedules and referred them to the Board of Park Commissioners. The committee also reviewed the preliminary FY 23-24 budget priorities, the 10-year CIP, and the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center membership program.

• Accepted September 14, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Fee Schedules and referred to Board of Park Commissioners (all in favor)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing the department's Policies and Procedures Manual for recommended adoption in 2023. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 6, 2022, Policy Committee special meeting.

• Review of the 2023 Policies and Procedures Manual for recommended adoption
• Approval of the September 6, 2022, Policy Committee Special Meeting minutes

The Policy Committee reviewed and accepted the draft 2023 Policies and Procedures Manual. The manual was referred to the Board of Park Commissioners for final adoption.

• Approved September 6, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes
• Accepted 2023 Policies and Procedures Manual and referred to Board of Park Commissioners for adoption

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee is meeting to discuss property purchases and lease renewals. The agenda includes an offer to purchase Lot #9, Map #58 Hart Street and lease renewals for the Bristol Police Mutual Aid and the Bristol-Burlington Health District. Members will also review several properties through site tours.

• Offer to purchase Lot #9, Map #58 Hart Street
• Lease renewal: Bristol Police Mutual Aid, Incorporated
• Lease renewal: Bristol-Burlington Health District
• Property tours of Frederick Street, Broad Street, and Twining Street
• Status update on Lot #12 Waterbury Road

The Committee approved the sale of Lot #12 Waterbury Road to neighbors for $6,000 and renewed leases for the Bristol Police Mutual Aid and Bristol-Burlington Health District. Several properties were referred to the Planning Commission for review.

• Approved sale of Lot #12 Waterbury Road to Taylor Whitten and Mikayla Rivard for $6,000 (3-0)
• Approved lease renewal for Bristol Police Mutual Aid gym at 131 North Main Street from Jan 2023 to Dec 2024 at $1.00 per year (3-0)
• Approved one-year lease for Bristol-Burlington Health District with a 2% increase and one-year renewal option (3-0)
• Referred Lot #9, Map #58 Hart Street to Planning Commission for 8-24 review and to Public Works, Parks, and Water (3-0)
• Referred Map 43 Lot 98-1 Frederick St, Map 40 Lot 3 Broad St, and Map 43 Lot 96 Twining St to Planning Commission for 8-24 review (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 (3-0)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board approved a $2.8 million buildout option for the Bristol Animal Control Facility renovations. Additionally, the Board established a Police Memorial Sub-Committee and moved to offer conditional employment to a police officer candidate.

• Approved $2.8 million buildout for Bristol Animal Control Facility renovations
• Established a Police Memorial Sub-Committee for fallen officers
• Offered conditional employment to Candidate #2 from the active eligibility list
• Approved parking waiver for Marwood Condominiums through March 15, 2023
• Reviewed traffic calming proposals for Shrub Road, East Road, and Redstone Hill Road

The Board of Police Commissioners approved a recurring meeting schedule for the Bristol Police Memorial Committee. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and placed several financial and traffic reports on file.

• Approved meeting the first Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. for the Bristol Police Memorial Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 2, 2022 special meeting (passed)
• Approved amended minutes from November 3, 2022 special meeting to accept a candidate's resignation (passed)
• Placed year-to-date report of accounts on file (unanimous)
• Approved and placed monthly reports A-M on file (unanimous)
• Placed traffic report on file (unanimous)

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will hear appeals regarding several code enforcement citations. These cases involve various properties throughout the city, including locations on Farmington Avenue and Central Street.

• Appeal for CVS Pharmacy at 839 Farmington Avenue
• Appeals for 81 North Main Street and Nash Street New Haven LLC
• Multiple appeals regarding 164 Central Street
• Multiple appeals regarding 83 Gridley Street
• Appeals for 112 Mountain View Avenue and 369 Park Street

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will discuss a reduction in the Building Bristol Grant Program appropriation. The meeting also includes a discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC.

• Discussion of reducing the Building Bristol Grant Program appropriation
• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC

The Task Force approved the October 3, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed potentially reallocating $900,000 from the Building Bristol appropriation and reviewed the status of sub-recipient contracts and applications.

• Approved minutes from October 3, 2022

Zoning Commission

The commission will receive several new applications for motor vehicle repair facilities and a fuel storage facility revision. It will also consider a proposed amendment to zoning regulations regarding density requirements for elderly housing in residential zones. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of officers.

• Proposed zoning amendment for density requirements in R-10, R-15, R-25 & R-40 residential zones
• Special permit application for motor vehicle repair and sale at 96-98 East Main Street
• Special permit and site plan applications for motor vehicle repair at 735 Farmington Avenue
• Site plan revision for a fuel oil and heating fuel storage facility at 351 Minor Street
• Election of commission officers

The Commission approved a revised site plan for a fuel oil and heating fuel storage facility at 351 Minor Street with specific stipulations. Several other applications for motor vehicle facilities and a zoning regulation amendment were scheduled for public hearings in December.

• Approved revised site plan for fuel oil facility at 351 Minor Street with stipulations (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for motor vehicle repair/sale permit at 96-98 East Main Street (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for motor vehicle repair facility at 735 Farmington Avenue (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for elderly housing density regulation amendment (5-0)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Cemetery Commission

The Bristol Cemetery Commission will discuss lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas and conservation needs for a Civil War Monument in West Cemetery. The agenda also includes updates on vandalism, gravestone software, and the Wreaths Across America event.

• Lawn maintenance at four historic grave areas in Bristol
• Conservation needs for a Civil War Monument in West Cemetery
• Wreaths Across America on December 17 at Lewis Street Cemetery
• Work by Schall & Staub Enterprises at North Cemetery's 'Iron Fence' site
• Software and QR codes for locating gravestones at North Cemetery

The Commission approved a $2,000 payment to Schall & Staub Enterprises for completed repairs to the "Iron Fence" grave site at North Cemetery. Members also discussed the 2023 Symposium and the conservation of the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery.

• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved $2,000 payment to Christoph of Schall & Staub Enterprises for completed fence repairs
• Decided North Cemetery fence repairs will wait until Spring due to weather and epoxy curing needs

City Council

The Bristol City Council is holding a special meeting to appoint an Acting Town Clerk. The council may also take any other action deemed necessary regarding this appointment.

• Appointment of an Acting Town Clerk

The City Council held a special meeting to fill a vacancy in the town clerk's office. The council unanimously approved the appointment of Merina Bigos to the role.

• Approved appointment of Merina Bigos as Acting Town Clerk (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The board will consider monthly pension withdrawal requests through April 2023. Members will also review applications for early retirement and death benefits. Additionally, the board will discuss investment manager contracts and fees.

• Monthly pension withdrawals from November 1, 2022, to April 1, 2023
• Early retirement request for Charles Driscoll ($7,882.87 annually)
• Death benefit request for Dustin DeMonte ($92,268.33 annually)
• Death benefit request for Alex Hamzy ($79,925.45 annually)
• Discussion regarding investment manager contracts and fees

The Board approved monthly pension withdrawals from November 1, 2022, through April 1, 2023. It also approved an early retirement and two death benefits for city employees. The 2023 meeting calendar was adopted.

• Approved monthly pension withdrawals from Nov 1, 2022 to April 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved early retirement for Charles Driscoll, Board of Education, $7,882.87 annually (unanimous)
• Approved death benefit for Dustin DeMonte, Police Department, $92,268.33 annually (unanimous)
• Approved death benefit for Alex Hamzy, Police Department, $79,925.45 annually (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Retirement Board Meeting Calendar (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Reports for September and October 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept 8, Sept 15, Sept 19, and Oct 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Placed June 30, 2022 Unaudited Financial Summaries on file (unanimous)

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The joint meeting will consider several budget transfers and appropriations, including a $4,747,605 allocation of surplus funds within the General Fund. The agenda also includes various fund adjustments for public works, police, and school capital projects.

• Allocation of $4,747,605 in General Fund surplus funds
• $36,000 appropriation from the 2022 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
• $34,000 transfer within Public Works budget for part-time wages
• $75,000 transfer within Capital Projects Fund for Environmental Engineering
• $600,000 carryover in the General Fund from fiscal year 2021-2022 to 2022-2023

The City Council and Board of Finance unanimously approved several fund transfers and appropriations, including a $4.7 million allocation of surplus funds. Other actions included funding for police equipment, senior center renovations, and wetland mapping.

• Approved $4,747,605 additional appropriation to allocate surplus funds (unanimous)
• Approved $485,000 additional appropriation for Capital Projects-Schools and Equipment Building Sinking Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 carryovers from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023 within General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency for Commodities (unanimous)
• Approved $42,500 appropriation for Senior Activity Fund coffee shop renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $36,000 appropriation for 2022 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer and $10,000 appropriation for Inland/Wetland mapping (unanimous)
• Approved $272,299 transfer from General Fund Contingency for Compensated Absences (unanimous)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will host a presentation from the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut. Members will also continue discussions regarding feedback from the Transportation Forum. Additionally, the group will discuss the October 25 meeting of the Transportation Commission.

• Presentation by Esther Pearl of the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut
• Discussion of Transportation Forum feedback and program streamlining
• Review of the October 25 Transportation Commission meeting
• Correspondence regarding election voting procedures and assistive voting devices

The Commission approved a motion to coordinate with the Transportation Commission to request a dialogue with the Mayor about implementing bus shelters near senior housing. The meeting also included a presentation on dementia from the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes (Klimek/Ewings, passed)
• Approved motion to send a joint letter to the Mayor via Sean Gingery of the Transportation Commission regarding bus shelters (Ewings/Krolikowski, passed)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several grant applications and contract amendments. These items include funding for flood mitigation in the Pequabuck River area and construction updates for the Memorial Boulevard Arts Magnet School.

• $250,000 DEEP Climate Resilience Fund grant application for flood mitigation
• $49,000 contract with BL Companies Connecticut, Inc. for wetland mapping
• $69,606.70 in change orders for the Memorial Boulevard Arts Magnet School
• $162,030.11 amendment to D’Amato Downes, a Joint Venture contract
• $125,000 Drug Free Communities Award acceptance

The City Council approved a three-year labor agreement with the Bristol Professionals & Supervisors Association. Members also authorized several grants for school readiness, drug-free communities, and flood mitigation, and mandated annual conflict of interest acknowledgments for board members.

• Approved three-year labor agreement with Bristol Professionals & Supervisors Association (unanimous)
• Required annual conflict of interest acknowledgments for City board and commission members (unanimous)
• Awarded $49,000 contract for inland wetland and watercourse mapping to BL Companies Connecticut, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $162,030.11 contract amendment for City Hall renovation with D’Amato Downes (unanimous)
• Authorized grant application up to $250,000 for Pequabuck River/Coppermine Brook flood mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved $10,103.51 in motor vehicle and real estate tax refunds (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for South Side School HVAC upgrade specifications and grant application (7-0)
• Approved $69,606.70 in change orders for Memorial Boulevard Intradistrict Arts Magnet School (unanimous)

Library Board of Directors

This meeting consists of procedural items and various committee reports. The board will hear updates from several committees and approve the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approval of October 3, 2022 minutes
• Review of committee reports
• Approval of 2023 Library Board meeting dates

The Board met to conduct regular business and approve the schedule for the upcoming year. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved 2023 Library Board Meeting dates

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a wetlands application for a new single-family home on Wolcott Road. The meeting also includes reviewing staff-approved administrative applications and various erosion control reports.

• Public hearing for a new single-family home at Lot 42-2A, Wolcott Road
• Administrative approvals for a garage/shed at 283 Penwood Place and fences at 215 Witches Rock Road and 47 Carriage Road
• Review of erosion and sediment control reports for 50 Terryville Avenue and 894 Middle Street
• Cease & Correct Order for 109 Moody Street

The Commission approved a wetlands application for a single-family home at Lot 42-2A Wolcott Road. Other actions included approving soil erosion control recommendations for 894 Middle Street and accepting a phased project proposal for 351 Minor Street.

• Approved Application #1999 for new single-family home at Lot 42-2A, Wolcott Road
• Approved E&S Control Recommendations for 894 Middle Street with additional monitoring and silt fence in Area 1
• Accepted project phasing proposal for oil/propane facility at 351 Minor Street
• Extended application deadline for 109 Moody Street Cease and Correct Order to December 5, 2022
• Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Approved site walk and regular meeting minutes from August 29, October 1, October 3, and October 22, 2022

Economic and Community Development

The commission will discuss Enterprise Zone properties at 238 Main St. and 222 Main St. The meeting includes a downtown update and review of the Bristol All Heart website. An executive session is scheduled to discuss downtown grant applications.

• Enterprise Zone discussion for 238 Main St. and 222 Main St.
• Discussion regarding 234 Riverside Ave.
• Review of Bristol All Heart website
• BOF transfer request
• Executive session on downtown grant applications

The Board approved Enterprise Zone tax abatements for Carrier Construction, Inc. to convert vacant commercial buildings into market-rate apartments. Other actions included funding for a website update and a downtown grant for a retail facility.

• Approved Enterprise Zone tax abatement for 238 Main St, 13, 19, 23, and 29 Prospect St (Approved)
• Approved Enterprise Zone tax abatement for 222 Main St (Approved)
• Authorized transfer of up to $16,000 to update the 'Bristol All Heart' website (Approved)
• Approved CDBG Policy Committee proposal to allocate $40,000 in Cares Act funds for Covid-specific needs (Unanimously approved)
• Approved Downtown Grant of up to $70,000 to Discount Office Solutions, LLC for 80 South Street (Unanimously approved)
• Tabled grant application for CT Ears (Unanimously approved)
• Authorized transfer of $75,000 from contingency to environmental engineering for 894 Middle Street (Approved)
• Accepted Downtown Update report (Approved)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss a personnel matter during an executive session. The board will then reconvene in public session to take any necessary action.

• Discussion of a personnel matter in executive session

The Board of Police Commissioners met in executive session to discuss a personnel matter. Following the session, the board voted to allow Chief Gould to proceed with the recommendation of termination for Recruit #8.

• Approved recommendation of termination for Recruit #8 (Unanimous)

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The Mayor’s Task Force on HIV/AIDS/HCV will elect a new Chair and review community outreach updates. The group is also discussing plans for an April Educational Forum and World AIDS Day activities.

• Election of a new Chair
• Planning for an April Educational Forum at the library
• Follow-up on October 6th event planning
• Review of Clinton Roberts Foundation application funds
• Submission of Annual Report by end of December

The Task Force approved the minutes from September 22, 2022. Members discussed planning for World AIDS Day and an April educational forum, as well as the receipt of a Clinton Roberts Foundation application check.

• Approved September 22, 2022 minutes

Code Enforcement Committee

The Bristol Code Enforcement Committee will discuss new and old business regarding several local properties. The agenda includes reviews of specific addresses and a discussion on discolored water at condominiums.

• New business for 244 North Main St. and 362 Shrub Rd.
• Property interest discussion for 64 Stearns St.
• Old business regarding discolored water at Condominiums
• Review of old business items including 45 Grassy Road and 81 N. Main St.

The committee approved the meeting minutes from October 05, 2022. Members discussed the status of multiple properties with code, health, and zoning violations, noting several as ongoing nuisances and others as closed.

• Approved October 05, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review monthly reports regarding traffic, arrests, and permits. The agenda includes discussions on Marwood Condominiums and Bristol Animal Control Facility Renovations. Additionally, the board plans to convene in executive session to interview a candidate for the position of Police Officer.

• Interviewing one candidate for the position of Police Officer
• Bristol Animal Control Facility Renovations
• Marwood Condominiums
• Board of Finance Transfers
• Traffic Calming

The Board of Police Commissioners approved a $2.8 million buildout for the Bristol Animal Control Facility. The board also established a Police Memorial Sub-Committee and offered conditional employment to a police officer candidate.

• Approved $2.8 million buildout (Option 2) for Bristol Animal Control Facility renovations (Unanimously Passed)
• Approved members for the Police Memorial Sub-Committee (Unanimously Passed)
• Offered conditional employment to candidate ranked #2 from the active eligibility list (Unanimously Passed)
• Removed candidates ranked #1, 3, and 6 from the active eligibility list (Unanimously Passed)
• Approved parking waiver for Marwood Condominiums from Dec 15, 2022 to March 15, 2023 (Unanimously Passed)
• Approved three Board of Finance requests (Unanimously Passed)
• Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes (Passed)
• Approved year-to-date report of accounts and monthly reports A-M (Unanimously Passed)

City Arts & Culture Commission

The commission will review the $15,000 heart sculpture proposal by Robert Hudson, focusing on its location and fundraising. Members will also hold an election for a new Vice Chair and discuss the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Heart Sculpture Proposal: $15,000 stainless steel sculpture by Robert Hudson
• Election of a new Vice Chair
• Discussion on 2023 meeting schedule
• Review of social media responsibilities and outcomes

The Commission appointed Commissioner April Dews as Vice Chair and granted her administrative access to the commission's social media accounts. The board also accepted the October 5, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Accepted October 5, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Voted Commissioner April Dews as Vice Chair (unanimous, one abstention)
• Approved administrative roles and permissions for Vice Chair Dews on social media accounts (unanimous)
• Tabled potential locations for Heart Sculpture Proposal until December meeting

Ordinance Committee

The Bristol Ordinance Committee will meet to review Section 15-16 of the Noise Ordinance. The committee will also discuss peddler’s license fees, air quality issues, and cannabis usage restrictions in public access.

• Review of Noise Ordinance – Section 15-16 et. seq.
• Discussion on peddler's license fees
• Discussion on cannabis usage restrictions in public access
• Discussion on air quality issues

The committee approved the minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting. A review of peddler's license fees was tabled until December to allow members more time to review the relevant section. No other substantive actions were taken on cannabis restrictions, air quality, or noise ordinances.

• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Tabled peddler's license fees section to December meeting (All in favor)

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

This meeting consists of procedural items to organize the task force. The agenda includes discussions regarding requirements, deadlines, and future tasks.

• Discussion of requirements and deadlines
• Planning for future tasks

The Task Force held its initial special meeting to organize leadership and review reporting deadlines. Members discussed fair rent ordinances used in other towns and established a schedule of five future meetings. No policy decisions were made.

• Voted Jon FitzGerald as Chairperson
• Voted David Haberfeld as Secretary
• Scheduled future meetings for Nov 22, Dec 6, Dec 27, Jan 3, and Jan 5

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing for Application #3789 to appeal a decision involving properties at 163 King Street and Lot 29 Kingswood Drive. The meeting also includes the approval of July 5, 2022 minutes and the election of officers.

• Public hearing for Application #3789 regarding 163 King Street and Lot 29 Kingswood Drive
• Approval of July 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Election of officers

The board postponed a public hearing regarding a Zoning Enforcement Officer's decision for 163 King Street and Lot 29 Kingswood Drive. The election of officers was also postponed. The board approved the minutes from the July 5, 2022, meeting.

• Postponed public hearing on Application #3789 regarding 163 King Street to December 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved July 5, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Postponed election of officers to December 6, 2022

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee scheduled a special meeting to conduct site tours of specific parcels. The agenda includes visits to locations on Frederick Street, Broad Street, and Twining Street.

• Tour of Assessor’s Map 43, Lot 98-1 Frederick Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 40, Lot 3 Broad Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 43, Lot 96 Twining Street

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will review monthly reports from various fire engines and divisions for September 2022. The meeting includes presenting awards to Captains J. Plaster and C. Henderson and reviewing recent personnel training.

• Presentation of awards to Capt. J. Plaster and Capt. C. Henderson
• Review of monthly reports for Tower 1 and Engines 1 through 5
• Update on new Engine 3 production and November inspection schedule
• Report on Health and Safety Officer training completed via AFG grant
• Notice of delayed Station 2 electrical projects due to supply chain issues

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The task force will elect a new Chair and approve the September 22, 2022, meeting minutes. Members are planning for World AIDS Day and an April Educational Forum. The group is also reviewing a check received from the Clinton Roberts Foundation.

• Election of a new Chair
• Planning for World AIDS Day and an April Educational Forum
• Review of Clinton Roberts Foundation application funds
• Submission of Annual Report by end of December

The Task Force approved the minutes from the September 22, 2022 meeting. Members discussed planning for World AIDS Day and an educational forum scheduled for April 26, 2022. The group also reviewed the status of a Clinton Roberts Foundation application check.

• Approved September 22, 2022 minutes

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the new organization of draft regulations and remaining key issues from a line-by-line review. The commission will also view an FHI meeting presentation from April 2022.

• Approval of April 18, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Review of draft regulation organization
• Discussion of key issues from line-by-line review
• FHI Meeting Presentation (April 2022)

The Commission reviewed a three-phase plan to reorganize and update the city's Zoning Regulations to improve usability and state compliance. Members discussed potential amendments regarding elderly housing density, kennel locations, and building height limits. No formal votes were taken on the draft regulations.

• Agreed to retain 14 ft. height limit for accessory structures
• Scheduled next special meeting for December 7, 2022

Salary Committee

The Salary Committee will review the minutes from its September 21, 2022 meeting. The committee also intends to recommend amendments to the Tuition Reimbursement Policy for general city employees to the City Council.

• Recommendation of amendments to the Tuition Reimbursement Policy for general city employees
• Review of September 21, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The Salary Committee voted to recommend that City Council approve amendments to the Tuition Reimbursement Policy for general City employees. The committee also approved the minutes from its September 21, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022, meeting (unanimous)
• Voted to allow public comment prior to voting on tuition policy
• Recommended City Council approve the amended Tuition Reimbursement Policy for general City employees

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will discuss budget updates for the Water & Sewer Department and the Board of Education. The agenda includes several proposed transfers and appropriations across various city departments. Additionally, the board will review fund balance approvals within the General Fund.

• $4,747,605 additional appropriation within the General Fund as of June 30, 2022
• Board of Education budget update and $504,195 in transfers
• Approval of $4,277,698 assigned fund balance within the General Fund
• Police Department transfer of $18,000 from the General Fund Contingency Account
• ECD transfer of $75,000 within the Capital Projects Fund

The Board of Finance approved several fund transfers and appropriations for city departments and the Board of Education. Most actions were recommended for final approval at a Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance. The board also approved the General Fund's assigned and committed balances as of June 30, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including transfers for ECD, Code Enforcement, Public Works, Aging, Police, and PRYCS
• Recommended $18,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency to Police Department
• Recommended $36,000 appropriation for Police Department Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Recommended $504,195 in transfers and appropriations for the Board of Education
• Recommended $4,747,605 appropriation within the General Fund to allocate surplus funds
• Recommended $600,000 carryover from fiscal year 2021-2022 to 2022-2023
• Approved Assigned Fund Balance within the General Fund of $4,277,698
• Approved Committed Fund Balance within the General Fund of $3,246,047

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council will review the Farmers Market turnout and reception. The meeting includes updates from the Youth Coalition and presentations from guest speakers.

• Farmers Market Turnout and Reception
• Youth Coalition meeting and member updates
• Presentations by Donna Swanson, Jordan Lopez, and Alison Willette

The council approved the minutes from the September meeting. Members received information from the FOCUS Center for Autism and discussed the council's presence at the local Farmers Market.

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Approved motion to move panel speakers to item 4 on the agenda

Transportation Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes and discuss transit topics including bus stop locations near City Hall and for adult education. Members will also address senior transportation and public feedback regarding shelters and benches.

• Bus-stop location near City Hall construction
• Route 229 corridor study
• Public feedback on transportation shelters and benches
• Senior Transportation
• Adult education bus-stop

The Commission voted to send requests to the City Council concerning scooter regulations and support for a proposed adult education bus stop. Members also approved the 2023 meeting calendar and discussed the need for bus shelters at Stop and Shop Plaza, Gaylord Towers, and Walmart.

• Approved meeting minutes from Oct 26, 2021 (All-0)
• Approved request to City Council regarding scooters (All-0)
• Approved request to City Council for proposed bus stop support (All-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (All-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a street acceptance memo for Phase 2 of the Bristol Crossing Subdivision at Corbin Ridge. The agenda also includes the approval of September 26, 2022, meeting minutes and a subdivision status report.

• Street acceptance memo for Bristol Crossing Subdivision (Corbin Ridge)
• Approval of September 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Subdivision Status Report

The Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of street acceptance for a portion of Corbin Ridge in the Bristol Crossing Subdivision (Phase 2), with a corrected maintenance bond of $144,872. The decision also authorizes release of subdivision bonds for Phase 2 and notes a $64,000 contribution to the Stormwater Trust. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Recommended City Council approval of street acceptance for Corbin Ridge (Phase 2) (5-0)
• Corrected maintenance bond amount to $144,872 for one year
• Authorized release of subdivision bonds for Phase 2 Corbin Ridge
• Acknowledged $64,000 contribution to Stormwater Trust for detention area

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has scheduled an on-site review for Application 1999 Lot 42-2A. This inspection is set to take place at Wolcott Rd. on October 22, 2022.

• On-site inspection for Application 1999 Lot 42-2A at Wolcott Rd.

The Commission conducted a site walk for Application #1999, a wetlands application for a single-family home at 724 Wolcott Rd. No vote was taken; the applicant was asked to revise plans to include future work such as retaining wall repair and dock installation.

• Reviewed wetlands application #1999 for new single-family home at 724 Wolcott Rd
• Applicant asked to revise plans to include any work within five years (retaining wall repair, dock installation)
• No vote or final decision taken

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will review several code enforcement citation appeals on October 20, 2022. These hearings involve property owners and businesses appealing existing citations.

• Appeal for 229 Kozani Street (Alice Pompei)
• Appeal for 839 Farmington Avenue (CVS Pharmacy)
• Appeal for 86 Fifth Street (Janice & J Properties LLC)
• Appeals for 81 North Main Street, 56-58 Avon Street LLC, and Nash Street New Haven LLC
• Appeals for 354 Divinity Street and 106 North Street (Dollar General)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review departmental reports and various new business items. Topics include updates on the City Hall renovation project, recycling fees, and yard waste collection policies.

• City Hall Renovation Project update
• Leaf, compost, and yard waste collection policy
• Recycling yearly fees
• Stafford Ave driveway apron
• City Streets Policy

The Board of Public Works denied a request to install a bituminous driveway apron at 642 Stafford Avenue, with all voting members opposed. They approved a $6,500 architectural study for police, probate, and emergency management space planning, and accepted a leaf/compost collection policy subject to corporation counsel approval. A $10,000 transfer was approved to update the city's inland wetlands map.

• Denied bituminous driveway apron at 642 Stafford Avenue (0-4)
• Approved $6,500 architectural study for police, probate, and emergency management space planning (unanimous)
• Accepted leaf, compost, and yard waste collection policy with corporation counsel approval (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer from regular wages to update inland wetlands map (unanimous)
• Accepted September division report and project schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted Sustainable CT memo and placed on file (unanimous)
• Accepted City Hall renovation update and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved part-time wage transfer from regular to part-time wages (unanimous)

Commission on Aging

The meeting includes the election of a new Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also receive updates from the Mayor, the Director, and regarding ongoing projects.

• Election of Chair & Vice Chair
• Approval of September 15, 2022 minutes
• Mayor's Update
• Director's report
• Projects update

The Commission on Aging elected Larry Zbikowski as Chair and Sheila Herens as Vice-Chair, both unanimously. The commission is moving forward with accepting $22,500 in ARPA funds for bocce and shuffleboard courts, and shade structures for those courts will be funded from a budget surplus pending finance board approval.

• Elected Larry Zbikowski as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Sheila Herens as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Moving forward with $22,500 ARPA funds for bocce and shuffleboard courts
• Shade structures for bocce & shuffleboard to be funded from budget surplus, pending finance board approval

Board of Public Works

The meeting consists only of a tour of City Hall at 111 N. Main Street. No votes will be taken during this session.

• Tour of City Hall at 111 N. Main Street

The Board of Public Works conducted a tour of the new City Hall building at 111 N. Main St. No votes were taken during the meeting, which adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

Economic and Community Development

The CDBG Policy Committee is meeting to discuss the reallocation of unspent CDBG-CV funds. The committee intends to make recommendations regarding these funds to the ECD Board for approval.

• Reallocation of unspent CDBG-CV funds
• Approval of May 24, 2022, special meeting minutes

The CDBG Policy Committee voted unanimously to reallocate $41,561 in unspent CARES Act funds. The money will be offered to nonprofits through a new application process, with a 30-day response window. If no eligible requests are received, the city will notify HUD and seek approval for alternative COVID-related uses.

• Approved reallocation of $41,561 in unspent CDBG-CV funds (unanimous)
• Directed ECD to send notice to nonprofits requesting letters of intent for COVID-related projects
• Set 30-day deadline for nonprofit responses from date of city letter

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board will consider a request to approve the normal retirement of Sixto Avalos. The effective date is October 1, 2022, with an annual pension amount of $26,837.05.

• Retirement approval for Sixto Avalos (Department of Public Works) with a $26,837.05 annual pension

The board unanimously approved the normal retirement of Sixto Avalos from the Department of Public Works, Local 233, effective October 1, 2022, with an annual pension of $26,837.05 ($2,236.42 monthly). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting lasted two minutes.

• Approved normal retirement for Sixto Avalos, DPW Local 233, with $26,837.05 annual pension (unanimous)

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will receive updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager. The meeting includes discussions regarding next steps for the Energy Plan and Energy Efficiency Fund Grants.

• Updates by Dave Oakes, Public Facilities & Energy Manager
• Next steps for the Energy Plan
• Discussion of Energy Efficiency Fund Grants
• Approval of September 15, 2022 meeting minutes

The Energy Commission approved the minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting. Facilities Manager Dave Oakes reported completion of the Energy Efficiency Fund Project at Fire House 4 and upcoming pre-bid meetings for electrical work at Fire House 5 and air conditioning at Fire House 2. The Board of Finance approved distribution of Energy Efficiency Fun Grant funds, with the Purchasing Department assisting grant winners in finding engineering firms.

• Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting

Board of Park Commissioners

The scheduled meeting for the Bristol Board of Park Commissioners on October 19, 2022, was canceled. No business was conducted or decided during this session.

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will conduct site tours of properties on Frederick, Broad, and Twining Streets. The committee will also discuss the status of several lots on Marconi Avenue and Waterbury Road.

• Tour of 1 Frederick Street
• Tour of 3 Broad Street
• Tour of 96 Twining Street
• Status of Lots #9, 10, 11, & 12 Marconi Avenue
• Status of Lot #12 Waterbury Road

The Real Estate Committee voted unanimously to accept Pam O'Dell's $5,000 offer for four lots on Kilmartin Avenue. The committee also discussed potential acquisition of three other properties, including a parcel on Broad Street that Public Works recommended for a salt dome, and noted that a new tour of those properties would be scheduled. No action was taken on a lot on Vine Street or on a fence encroachment issue on Waterbury Road.

• Accepted $5,000 offer from Pam O'Dell for Lots 9, 10, 11, and 12 on Kilmartin Avenue (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2022 (3-0)
• No action taken on Lot #12 Waterbury Road after neighbors declined city's $6,000 offer

Freedom of Information Advisory Board

The board will review Ordinance Section 2-141 et seq. and establish the meeting calendar for 2023. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 19, 2022.

• Review of Ordinance Section 2-141 et seq.
• Approval of April 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Establishment of the 2023 meeting calendar

The Freedom of Information Advisory Board approved the minutes from April 19, 2022, and the 2023 meeting calendar. The board reviewed Ordinance section 2-141 et seq. but took no action. No old business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 6:10 PM.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (2-0)
• No action taken on review of Ordinance section 2-141 et seq.

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to approve September 2022 department reports and minutes from the September 20 meeting. The agenda also includes reviewing customer correspondence for 191 Gridley St and the on-call engineering Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

• On-call Engineering RFQ review
• Approval of September 2022 Department Reports
• Customer correspondence regarding 191 Gridley St
• Approval of September 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Sewer Commissioners held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. Residents of Cedar Lake Association spoke about water and sewer service, and Mines Road residents disputed being newly billed. The board took no action on either matter. Minutes and department reports were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of September 20, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 Department Reports (unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of minutes from the September 20, 2022, meeting. The board will also review monthly department reports and updates on engineering RFQs.

• Approval of September 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of September 2022 Department Reports
• On-call Engineering RFQ update
• Review of $813,290.75 in water bills rendered for September 2022

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee scheduled a special meeting for October 17, 2022. The agenda consists of tours of specific parcels located on Frederick Street, Broad Street, and Twining Street.

• Tour of Assessor's Map 43, Lot 98-1 Frederick Street
• Tour of Assessor's Map 40, Lot 3 Broad Street
• Tour of Assessor's Map 43, Lot 96 Twining Street

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a special permit for earth materials processing between Barnum Road and Farrell Avenue. The commission will also consider proposed amendments to zoning regulations concerning the adaptive re-use of non-residential buildings. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of officers.

• Special permit for earth materials removal near Barnum Road and Farrell Avenue
• Special permit for a fitness club at 95 Wooster Court
• Proposed amendments to zoning regulations regarding adaptive re-use of buildings
• Election of officers

The Commission approved a two-year special permit for Willow Materials, LLC to continue earth removal and processing on a 46-acre site between Barnum Road and Farrell Avenue. The permit includes 15 stipulations covering hours of operation, dust control, and a $180,000 performance bond. The Commission also approved a special permit for a fitness club at 95 Wooster Court and a text amendment to correct references in the adaptive reuse regulations.

• Approved Application #2445 – Special permit for earth removal and processing (Willow Materials, LLC) with 15 stipulations (5-0)
• Approved Application #2446 – Special permit for a fitness club (B-Sports Performance) at 95 Wooster Court (5-0)
• Approved Application AZR #22-1 – Text amendment correcting references in adaptive reuse regulations (5-0)
• Election of officers postponed to a future special meeting

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

This meeting consists of procedural organization for the task force. The agenda includes discussions regarding requirements, deadlines, and future tasks.

• Discussion of requirements and deadlines
• Planning for future tasks

Retirement Board

The board will review monthly pension withdrawal requests from November 2022 through April 2023. Members will also discuss investment manager contracts and fees. Additionally, the board will consider a retirement request for a Department of Public Works employee.

• Monthly pension withdrawal requests (Nov 2022 – April 2023)
• Retirement request for Sixto Avalos ($26,837.05 annual pension)
• Investment review from Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC
• Discussion of investment manager contracts and fees

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will review the results of the recent Transportation Forum and discuss potential next steps. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Registrars of Voters and discussion regarding additional Commission projects.

• Evaluation of the Transportation Forum
• Presentation by Registrars of Voters Kevin McCauley and Sharon Krawiecki
• Discussion on additional Commission projects
• Identification of suggested presenters for future meetings

The meeting featured a presentation by Registrar Kevin McCauley on voting accessibility, including audio, visual, and Braille options. Commissioners discussed the recent Transportation Forum, with suggestions to shorten presentations and allow more public comment, but no formal action was taken. The minutes from September 14, 2022, were approved.

• Approved minutes from September 14, 2022 (Ewings/Krolikowski, passed)
• Discussed Transportation Forum format; no decision made, Logistics Subcommittee to compile feedback
• Adjourned at 8:40 PM

Youth Commission

The commission will review year-to-date financials for Youth and Community Services. Members will also receive updates on the Holiday Gift Giving Program and cannabis ordinance prevention programming.

• Holiday Gift Giving Program updates
• Cannabis Ordinance and Prevention Programming updates
• Youth Recognition Awards/BEST Award combination
• Year to Date Financials review

The Bristol Youth Commission voted unanimously to approve the combination of the Youth Recognition Awards and BEST Awards. Commissioners also received updates on year-to-date finances, an increase in evictions and relocations, the Holiday Gift Giving Program, and cannabis ordinance and prevention programming. The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

• Approved the August 10, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (motion by Washington, second by Kilby, all in favor)
• Approved the combination of the Youth Recognition Awards/BEST Awards (motion by Kilby, second by Washington, all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:46 p.m. (motion by Kilby, second by Washington, all in favor)

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will review various fund appropriations and a monthly revenue report. The meeting includes proposals for a $1,450,000 appropriation and bond issuance for the Public Safety Communications Systems Upgrade.

• $1,450,000 appropriation and bond issuance for Public Safety Communications Systems Upgrade
• $1,248,239 grant appropriation for the Child Day Care Grant
• $55,000 appropriation for solid waste barrels in the Solid Waste Disposal Fund
• $18,050 appropriation for professional fees in the Transfer Station Fund

The City Council and Board of Finance jointly approved a $1.45 million appropriation and bond issuance to upgrade the public safety communications system. The funding will cover design, equipment, installation, and related costs. The vote was unanimous (14-0). Several smaller appropriations were also approved via consent calendar, including $1.25 million for a child day care grant and $55,000 for solid waste barrels.

• Approved $1,450,000 appropriation for Public Safety Communications System Upgrade (14-0)
• Adopted resolution appropriating $1,450,000 for the upgrade (14-0)
• Authorized issuance of $1,450,000 in bonds/notes for the upgrade (14-0)
• Approved $1,248,239 child day care grant appropriation (consent calendar)
• Approved $55,000 for solid waste barrels from fund balance (consent calendar)
• Approved $31,529 in General Fund transfers to close FY 2022-2023 (consent calendar)
• Approved $25,742 for Library operating budget from Manross Trust (consent calendar)
• Approved $18,050 for Transfer Station professional fees (unanimous)

City Council

The Bristol City Council will consider a $3,296,750 agreement for a radio system upgrade and a $1,200,000 grant for the Pequabuck River Retaining Wall Replacement. The agenda also includes reviews of cannabis establishment ordinances and tax relief resolutions.

• $3,296,750 service agreement with Motorola Solutions for a radio system upgrade
• $1,200,000 grant for the Pequabuck River Retaining Wall Replacement at Memorial Boulevard
• $35,000 grant application for the ARPA Auto Theft & Violence Program
• $21,047.39 change order for the Memorial Boulevard Intradistrict Arts Magnet School
• Resolution regarding cannabis establishment ordinances (Sec 13-122 through Sec. 13-130)

The City Council approved a four-year, $3,296,750 service agreement with Motorola Solutions for a Bristol Police Department radio system upgrade. It also adopted a resolution establishing a Senior Volunteer Tax Relief Program, offering a $300 annual tax credit to qualifying seniors who volunteer at least 50 hours per year. The council approved $49,453.06 in tax refunds, a $21,047.39 change order for the Memorial Boulevard Intradistrict Arts Magnet School, and a $1.2M grant agreement with CT-DEEP for replacing the Pequabuck River retaining wall. All decisions were unanimous except the senior tax relief resolution, which passed 6-1 with one abstention.

• Approved $3,296,750 four-year service agreement with Motorola Solutions for police radio system upgrade (unanimous).
• Adopted Senior Volunteer Tax Relief Program: $300 tax credit for seniors 60+ who volunteer 50+ hours/year (6-1, 1 abstention).
• Approved $49,453.06 in motor vehicle, personal property, and real estate tax refunds (unanimous).
• Approved $21,047.39 change order for D'Amato Downes, a Joint Venture, for Memorial Boulevard Intradistrict Arts Magnet School (unanimous).
• Approved $1.2M grant agreement with CT-DEEP for Pequabuck River retaining wall replacement on Memorial Boulevard (unanimous).
• Approved submission of grant application to CT Office of Early Childhood for new infant and toddler spaces (unanimous).
• Approved submission of $35,000 ARPA Auto Theft & Violence Program grant application for Bristol Police Department (unanimous).
• Approved contract with KJR Consulting to conduct a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion/Organizational Development climate survey (unanimous).

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Commission will discuss grant award policies and receive several project updates. The agenda includes reports on the J.H. Sessions Building, BristolWORKS!, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding.

• Grant Award Policies discussion
• Downtown update
• BristolWORKS! update
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• J.H. Sessions Building update

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved a motion allowing staff to use up to 75% of the Small Business Grant maximum ($5,000) to help Bristol Truck Tire with moving costs from the Sessions building, with proof of payment required. The board also discussed startup grant policies, the Bristol Bazaar ARPA-funded project, and the BristolWORKS! workforce program. No public comments were made.

• Approved amended motion to use up to 75% of $5,000 Small Business Grant for Bristol Truck Tire moving costs (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of September 1, 2022 as amended (unanimous)
• Filed Consent Agenda including Communications and Economic Development Grants/Marketing Report (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will review new business regarding several Bristol properties. This includes addressing a discolored water issue at Beths Ave - Marwood Condominiums. The committee will also discuss specific properties of interest and continue reviewing old business items.

• Discolored water issue at Beths Ave - Marwood Condominiums
• New business reviews for Grassy Road, Union St., Third St., East Road, and Gridley Street
• Discussion of 64 Stearns St. and 354 Divinity St.
• Review of old business items including 81 N. Main St. and 362 Shrub Rd.

The committee reviewed multiple properties for blight, unsafe conditions, and code violations. No new enforcement actions were voted on; most items were moved to old business or closed. The minutes from September 7, 2022, were unanimously approved.

• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• 33 Third St. violations closed after owner cooperated and cleanup completed
• 350 Divinity St. citation resolved, property cleaned up, closed
• 73 Gridley St. odor complaint closed after multiple inspections found no cause
• 45 Grassy Rd., 78 Union St., 330 East Rd., 64 Stearns St., 55 Prospect, 30 Cottage St., 74 Locus St., 369 Park St., 81 N. Main St., 362 Shrub Rd., 31 Balsam St., 83 Gridley St. all moved to old business or ongoing

City Arts & Culture Commission

The Commission will consider a heart sculpture proposal from Robert Hudson and discuss opportunities regarding the Cultural District Designation. The meeting also includes a review of the Duck Race and updates on financials, personnel, and theater operations.

• Heart Sculpture Proposal from Robert Hudson
• Cultural District Designation and opportunities to leverage
• Duck Race Review

The City Arts & Culture Commission accepted the September minutes and the Superintendent's Report, and discussed a heart sculpture proposal by artist Robert Hudson, requesting an itemized breakdown of the $15,000 cost. No formal decisions were made on the proposal. The commission also noted the resignation of Vice Chair Villanti and an art instructor vacancy.

• Accepted September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Moved up New Business item 7a for public participation (all in favor)
• Accepted and placed Superintendent's Report on file (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:57 p.m. (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular meeting of the Bristol Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for Tuesday, October 4, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

• Notice of meeting cancellation

The regular meeting of the Bristol Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for October 4, 2022 was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The next regular meeting is set for November 1, 2022.

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will address the peddler’s license fees section as old business. The committee also plans to approve minutes from meetings held on September 6 and September 15, 2022.

• Peddler's license fees section

The committee tabled a proposal to reduce the peddler's license fee from $250 to $185 to comply with state law, pending further review of the entire ordinance section. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled peddler's license fee section to next month (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 6 and September 15, 2022 (3-0)

Parking Authority

The Bristol Parking Board Authority will meet to review and hear appeals regarding public parking tickets. The agenda also includes items for new and old business.

• Review and appeals of public parking tickets

The Parking Authority voted unanimously to grant three parking ticket appeals, including two for handicap parking violations and one for a no-parking zone violation. The board also approved the minutes from the August meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Granted appeal for Faith Dawkins' handicap parking ticket #97601 (unanimous)
• Granted appeal for Denny Nieves' no-parking zone ticket #97528 (unanimous)
• Granted appeal for Faith Dawkins' handicap parking ticket #97601 (unanimous)
• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force Business Subcommittee is meeting to discuss an ARPA application from Oma Pride. The subcommittee may take action regarding this application during the session.

• Oma Pride ARPA application discussion

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will review subcommittee reports and approve minutes from September 12, 2022. The meeting also includes a discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC.

• Building Bristol Grant Program Update
• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC
• Approval of September 12, 2022 minutes

The Task Force approved a policy allowing special funding arrangements for startup organizations that cannot use the standard reimbursement model. They also added the Senior Center to the Building Bristol program for $45,000 in outdoor court renovations. The meeting included updates on the Building Bristol grant program and discussions on contract date clarifications.

• Approved special request for funding arrangements for startup organizations (motion passed)
• Granted Senior Center entry into Building Bristol program for $45,000 total project cost (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from September 12, 2022 (motion passed)

Library Board of Directors

The Board of Library Directors will review plans for a one-year extension of the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan. The meeting includes a vote on quarterly distributions from the Main Street Foundation. Additionally, the board will address a proposed early library closing for Thanksgiving Eve.

• Vote to accept or reinvest quarterly distributions from Main Street Foundation
• Discussion of a one-year extension for the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan
• Proposed 5:00 PM library closing on November 23, 2022

The board approved accepting quarterly distributions from three trust funds totaling $34,424.50, with most funds earmarked for operating or capital expenses and book purchases. It also voted to extend the current 2019–2022 Strategic Plan for one more year and approved closing the library early on Thanksgiving Eve. The library will go fine-free starting October 4, 2022, with fees for lost/damaged items and printing services still charged.

• Accepted $1,137.50 4th quarter distribution from Bristol Libraries Fund for sound system upgrade (unanimous)
• Accepted $7,645.00 4th quarter distribution from Samuel Goodsell Library Fund for book purchases (unanimous)
• Re-invested $25,742.50 4th quarter distribution from Manross Memorial Library Fund (unanimous)
• Extended 2019–2022 Strategic Plan for one more year (unanimous)
• Approved closing library at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 (Thanksgiving Eve) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The commission will discuss lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas and conservation needs for the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery. Members will also review results from a Lantern Tour and discuss software for locating gravestones at North Cemetery.

• Conservation needs and Board of Finance inputs regarding the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery
• Lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas in Bristol
• Work by Schall & Staub Enterprises on the 'Iron Fence' site at North Cemetery
• Implementation of software and QR codes for locating gravestones at North Cemetery
• Vandalism reported at Downs cemetery

The Commission approved opening a savings account at Thomaston Savings Bank to collect funds for restoring the Civil War Monument at West Cemetery. The Board of Finance indicated it would not exceed quoted prices from vendor Christoph. The Lantern Tour raised $1,786 in ticket sales and $105 for monument restoration. No updates were provided on several other agenda items, including vandalism at Downs Cemetery and the iron fence project at North Cemetery.

• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved opening a savings account at Thomaston Savings Bank for Civil War Monument restoration funds (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:21 pm (unanimous)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission will hold public hearings regarding new residential construction and wall repairs in wetland and floodplain areas. The Conservation Commission will host a presentation from the Farmington River Watershed Association. The agenda also includes reviews of staff-approved administrative applications and various communications.

• Wetlands and floodplain applications for new homes at 51 Kory Lane and Wolcott Road
• Wetland/floodplain applications for wall repairs at 505 and 501 Witches Rock Road
• Wetlands application for an in-ground pool at 101 Cameron Drive
• Staff-approved administrative applications for fences, a deck, and a shed
• Cease & Correct Order communication for 109 Moody Street

The Bristol Inland Wetlands Commission approved several applications, including a new single-family home at 51 Kory Lane, retaining wall repairs at 505 and 501 Witches Rock Road, and denied without prejudice an in-ground pool application at 101 Cameron Drive due to lack of applicant response. The commission also received a new application for a single-family home on Wolcott Road, declared it a significant activity, and set a public hearing for November 7, 2022. Additionally, they continued a cease and correct order for 109 Moody Street and discussed updates on the Superior Electric wetland restoration project and Glenwood Place stormwater runoff issues.

• Denied without prejudice Application #1992 for in-ground pool at 101 Cameron Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Application #1995 for new single-family home at 51 Kory Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Application #22-465F-285 for floodplain at 51 Kory Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Application #1996 for retaining wall repair at 505 Witches Rock Road (unanimous)
• Approved Application #22-465F-286 for floodplain at 505 Witches Rock Road (unanimous)
• Approved Application #1997 for retaining wall repair at 501 Witches Rock Road (unanimous)
• Approved Application #22-465F-287 for floodplain at 501 Witches Rock Road (unanimous)
• Received Application #1999 for new single-family home on Wolcott Road, declared significant activity, set public hearing for Nov 7, 2022 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission scheduled on-site inspections for October 1, 2022, at three locations. This includes a wetlands and floodplain application for a new single-family home at 51 Kory Lane. A public hearing for the Kory Lane project is also set for October 3, 2022.

• Wetlands and floodplain application for a new single-family home at 51 Kory Lane
• On-site review for 505 Witches Rock Road
• On-site review for 501 Witches Rock Road

The Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency held on-site meetings to review three applications: a new single-family home with wetland and flood plain permits at 51 Kory Lane, and two applications for repair of stone retaining walls with concrete at 505 and 501 Witches Rock Road. No votes or decisions were recorded; the minutes only document site observations and discussions.

• Application #1995 (wetlands) and #22-465F-285 (flood plain) for new home at 51 Kory Lane – site observed, no decision recorded
• Application #1996 (wetlands) and #22-465F-286 (flood plain) for retaining wall repair at 505 Witches Rock Road – site observed, no decision recorded
• Application #1997 (wetlands) and #22-465F-287 (flood plain) for retaining wall repair at 501 Witches Rock Road – site observed, no decision recorded

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting of the Bristol Historic District Commission scheduled for September 28, 2022, has been cancelled. This action was taken because there are no pending applications or new applications before the commission. The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 30, 2022.

• Cancellation of the September 28 meeting due to a lack of pending or new applications

The Bristol Historic District Commission's regular meeting scheduled for September 28, 2022 was cancelled by Chair Colleen Nicastro because there were no pending applications and no new applications received by the filing deadline. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is November 30, 2022.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing a $1,450,000 appropriation and bond authorization for a public safety communications system upgrade. The agenda also includes a discussion on making Bristol Public Libraries fine-free and a budget update from the Board of Education.

• $1,450,000 appropriation for Public Safety Communications System Upgrade
• $1,248,239 additional appropriation for School Readiness
• Bid waiver approval to Motorola Solutions, Inc.
• Discussion regarding going fine-free at Bristol Public Libraries
• $18,050 additional appropriation within the Solid Waste Disposal Fund

The Board of Finance approved a bid waiver for Motorola Solutions, a $1.45 million appropriation, and resolutions to fund and bond the Public Safety Communications System Upgrade, all subject to a joint City Council and Board of Finance meeting. The board also approved the consent agenda with multiple appropriations, accepted an indemnification standard for pension contracts, and discussed going fine-free at libraries. A motion to draft a conflict of interest policy was approved.

• Approved consent agenda including $1,248,239 for School Readiness and $60,316 for Police grants (voice vote, no opposition)
• Approved bid waiver to Motorola Solutions for Public Safety Communications System Upgrade (voice vote, no opposition)
• Approved $1,450,000 appropriation for Public Safety Communications System Upgrade (voice vote, no opposition)
• Approved resolution appropriating $1,450,000 for Public Safety Communications System Upgrade (roll call 8-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing $1,450,000 in bonds for the upgrade (roll call 8-0)
• Approved $18,050 additional appropriation for Transfer Station professional fees (voice vote, no opposition)
• Accepted and placed on file indemnification standard for pension contracts (voice vote, no opposition)
• Requested Corporation Counsel draft a conflict of interest policy for boards (voice vote, no opposition)

Diversity Council

The council will review August meeting minutes and address current business regarding Mum Festival turnout, the Youth Coalition, and the Farmer’s Market. New business includes discussing Diversity Council Panels and the formation of sub-committees.

• Mum Festival Turnout discussion
• Youth Coalition update
• Farmer’s Market discussion
• Diversity Council Panels participation
• Formation of Sub-Committees

The Diversity Council approved the August meeting minutes and discussed upcoming events including the Mum Festival, Youth Coalition formation, and Farmer's Market tables. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning and committee formation.

• Approved August meeting minutes (motion by Desira Powell, second by Alison Rae Willette)
• Discussed Mum Festival booth placement and Bristol Blues outreach for next season
• Planned first Youth Coalition meeting for October and involvement in BAMS art show
• Scheduled Farmer's Market tables for October 15 and 29 with QR code and cupcake sales
• Discussed forming Outreach and Events sub-committees with 3-4 members each

Duck Race Transition Task Force

The Duck Race Transition Task Force is meeting to discuss event marketing, vendors, and staffing logistics. The agenda also includes updates on event partners, prizes, and permit transfers.

• Updates on event marketing and staffing logistics
• Review of event permits and road closure safety
• Status of ticket sales for community partners
• Update on event prizes, including a $1,500 prize from The Ultimate Companies

The Duck Race Transition Task Force accepted the June 9, 2022 special meeting minutes and discussed event logistics, including permit transfer, duck organization, ticket sales, partners, prizes, marketing, vendors, and staffing. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the prior minutes.

• Approved June 9, 2022 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission will review a street acceptance memo for Phase 2 of the Bristol Crossing Subdivision. The agenda also includes a site plan application for 7-1 Terryville Road and proposed amendments to zoning regulations.

• Street acceptance memo for Phase 2 of Bristol Crossing Subdivision (Corbin Ridge)
• Site plan for landscape and building services at 7-1 Terryville Road
• Proposed amendments to Zoning Regulations regarding adaptive re-use

The Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of street acceptance for Corbin Ridge, part of the Bristol Crossing Subdivision (Phase 2). They also approved a site plan for contractor buildings at 7-1 Terryville Road with stipulations, and approved bonding adjustments for the Laurentide Glen Subdivision Phases 1-4. A zoning text amendment referral was positively recommended.

• Recommended City Council approval of street acceptance for Corbin Ridge (5-0)
• Approved site plan for landscape contractors and building services at Lot 7-1 Terryville Road with stipulations (5-0)
• Approved bonding replacement for Laurentide Glen Subdivision Phases 1-3 and acceptance for Phase 4, total bond $428,950 (5-0)
• Sent positive referral to Zoning Commission for text amendment AZR #22-1 correcting adaptive reuse references (5-0)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board reviewed monthly reports from various fire companies and approved year-end budget transfers driven by overtime needs. The records also detail the pinning of a peer support K9 and updates on apparatus status.

• Approval of FY22 Year End Transfers
• Pinning of Okee, the Peer Support K9
• Update on new Engine 3 production and delivery
• Report on successful pump and ground ladder testing

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the city's cannabis establishment ordinances and appoint members to the Fair Rent Task Force. The agenda also includes establishing a committee for firehouse station 3 on Church Avenue. Other items involve motor vehicle leasing and child care grant applications.

• Amendments to Bristol Code of Ordinances Article VIII regarding cannabis establishments
• Establishment of a six-member Building Committee for firehouse station 3 on Church Avenue
• Appointment of members to the Fair Rent Task Force
• Motor vehicle lease with Acme Auto Leasing, LLC
• Grant submission for Infant and Toddler Child Day Care Contract expansion

The City Council adopted an amended ordinance allowing hybrid cannabis retailers (up to 2) in Bristol, along with medical dispensaries and other cannabis establishments, after a 4-3 vote. The ordinance includes a 250-foot proximity limit from schools, churches, hospitals, and parks, and restricts establishments to certain zoning districts. The council also approved consent calendar items, including a HUD certification, a motor vehicle lease, a building committee for a new firehouse, and a child day care grant, and appointed members to the Fair Rent Task Force.

• Adopted amended cannabis ordinance allowing up to 2 hybrid retailers (4-3)
• Defeated amendment to increase proximity limit to 1,500 feet from residential zones (3-4)
• Defeated amendment to insert 'residence' into proximity limit (3-4)
• Approved consent calendar: HUD certification, motor vehicle lease, firehouse building committee, child day care grant (unanimous)
• Established Building Committee for new Firehouse Station 3 on Church Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved submission of grant to expand Infant and Toddler Child Day Care Contract (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Fair Rent Task Force (unanimous)

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The Mayor’s Task Force on HIV/AIDS/HCV will discuss planning for an October 6th event and World AIDS Day. The meeting also includes updates on the Clinton Roberts Foundation application and the election of a new chair.

• Planning for the October 6th event
• Planning for World AIDS Day activities
• Planning for an April Educational Forum
• Update on Clinton Roberts Foundation application
• Approval of August 22, 2022 minutes

The Mayor's Task Force on HIV/AIDS/HCV met virtually and approved the minutes from August 22, 2022. Members discussed planning for the October 6 event, including a speaker, music, and publicity, and reviewed the Clinton Roberts Foundation application. No votes on substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved August 22, 2022 minutes (motion carried)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review a Motorola bid waiver request and state traffic grant applications. The meeting also includes discussions regarding parking for a proposed municipal garage and complaints on Grove Avenue.

• Bid Waiver Request - Motorola
• State of CT Traffic Grants
• Parking changes for proposed municipal parking garage
• Parking complaints on Grove Avenue

The Board of Police Commissioners approved temporary parking restrictions on Kelley Street and Grove Avenue to improve traffic flow during construction of a proposed municipal parking garage. The board also forwarded a bid waiver and several grant applications to the Board of Finance, and recognized officers and citizens with awards.

• Approved temporary 'No Parking 7AM-5PM' restriction on Kelley Street at Meadow Street until garage construction complete (unanimous)
• Approved 'No Parking This Side of Sign' restriction 25 feet north of Grove Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved and forwarded bid waiver for Motorola equipment to Board of Finance (unanimous)
• Approved and forwarded Board of Finance requests for radio system upgrade, DSET grant, state police grant, and communications travel reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved applying for FY23 Distracted Driving, DUI Enforcement, and Click It or Ticket grants (unanimous)
• Approved applying for CT Transportation FY23 Highway Safety Grant – Traffic Records (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 regular meeting (passed)
• Approved report of accounts year to date and monthly reports A-M (unanimous)

Salary Committee

The Salary Committee will continue discussions regarding amendments to the Tuition Reimbursement Policy for general city employees. The meeting also includes a review of the August 17, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Amendments to the Tuition Reimbursement Policy for general city employees

The Salary Committee approved the minutes from its August 17, 2022 meeting. Discussion on amending the tuition reimbursement policy for general city employees was held, but no vote was taken; the item will be presented for a vote at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on tuition reimbursement policy amendments to next meeting

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will review minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes property tours of locations on Frederick Street, Broad Street, and Twining Street. The committee will also receive status updates for several lots on Marconi Avenue, Kilmartin Road, and Waterbury Road.

• Tours of Map 43, Lot 98-1 Frederick Street, Map 40, Lot 3 Broad Street, and Map 43, Lot 96 Twining Street
• Status updates for Marconi Avenue lots #9, 10, 11, and 12
• Status updates for Kilmartin Road lots #102 and #106
• Status update for Waterbury Road lot #12

The Real Estate Committee toured three donated properties (Frederick St., Broad St., Twining St.) and voted to conduct a second walking tour on Oct. 17, 2022, with additional stakeholders. No decisions were made on acquisition; members discussed potential open-space use, liability concerns, and railroad/access issues. Old business items on Marconi Ave., Kilmartin Ave., and Waterbury Rd. properties saw no action taken.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Scheduled walking tour of three donated properties for Oct. 17, 2022 at 4:30 PM (3-0)
• No action taken on Marconi Ave. lots
• No action taken on Kilmartin Ave. lots
• No action taken on Waterbury Rd. lot

Opioid Task Force

The Opioid Task Force will review updates regarding the Cobra & Bristol Police Partnership and B.E.S.T. The meeting includes discussions on 2022 data and setting priorities for the year. A cannabis discussion is also scheduled as an announcement.

• Cobra & Bristol Police Partnership update
• B.E.S.T. update
• Discussion of 2022 Data
• Setting 2022 priorities
• Cannabis discussion announcement

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board approved a water main extension application for 16 lots on Charlies Way. It also authorized several large fund transfers from fringe benefits and capital outlay to cover over expenditures in salaries, professional services, and maintenance.

• Approved water main extension application for 16 lots on Charlies Way
• Transferred $73,300.67 from fringe benefits to the salaries account
• Transferred $159,600.17 from capital outlay to various operational accounts
• Denied a late fee waiver request for Cantina Hospitality, LLC
• Transferred $6,208.61 from liens to fund contractor services

The Board of Water Commissioners approved the minutes from the August 16, 2022 regular meeting and the August 2022 department reports. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included no public participation, customer correspondence, committee reports, or new business.

• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (Chairman Dunn abstained)
• Approved August 2022 Department Reports (unanimous)

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners approved a request to carry over $785,673 from the 2021-2022 fiscal year to fund various equipment and maintenance projects. The board also authorized a $164,059 transfer between accounts to cover under-funded expenditures. Additionally, a sewer main extension for 16 lots on Charlies Way was approved.

• Approved carry-over of $785,673 for projects including security cameras and roof replacements
• Approved transfer of $164,059 from wages and fees to offset under-funded expenditures
• Approved sewer main extension application for 16 lots on Charlies Way

The board voted unanimously to award a sludge disposal contract to Synagro Northeast LLC and to grandfather a non-code-compliant grease interceptor at Jersey Mike's. It also approved refunding $4,058.89 in sewer charges for a Bradley Street property and unanimously approved the August 2022 meeting minutes and department reports.

• Awarded Contract 2A23-009 for wastewater sludge disposal to Synagro Northeast LLC (unanimous)
• Grandfathered non-code-compliant AGRU at Jersey Mike's, 641 Farmington Avenue (unanimous)
• Refunded $4,058.89 in sewer charges to owner of 211 Bradley Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 16, 2022 regular meeting (Chairman Dunn abstained)
• Approved August 2022 department reports (unanimous)

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee is holding a special meeting for site inspections. The committee will tour properties located on Frederick Street, Broad Street, and Twining Street.

• Tour of Assessor’s Map 43, Lot 98-1 Frederick Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 40, Lot 3 Broad Street
• Tour of Assessor’s Map 43, Lot 96 Twining Street

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes an executive session concerning Greywolf Investment and any necessary actions.

• Executive session regarding Greywolf Investment

The Retirement Board voted unanimously to invest $2.5 million as a separate investment with Greywolf, and authorized the Chair, Vice Chair, or Comptroller to execute the agreement pending review by Corporation Counsel. The special meeting lasted eight minutes.

• Approved $2.5M separate investment with Greywolf (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair, Vice Chair, or Comptroller to execute agreement pending Corporation Counsel review

Opioid Task Force

The Mayor’s Opioid Task Force meeting scheduled for September 19, 2020, has been cancelled. A special meeting will be scheduled for September 20, 2022.

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will review several new land use applications and continue public hearings for existing projects. Discussions include a proposal for earth materials removal near Barnum Road and amendments to zoning regulations regarding building re-use.

• Public hearing for 85 elderly housing units at Redstone Hill Road
• Earth materials removal permit between Barnum Road and Farrell Avenue
• Zoning regulation amendments regarding adaptive re-use of buildings
• Site plan review for a 32-unit development at 301 Main Street
• Motor vehicle parking permit at 18 Main Street

The Commission approved a Special Permit and Site Plan for an 84-unit elderly housing development at 560, 594 & 644 Redstone Hill Road (Laurel Meadows, LLC), despite an Inland Wetlands Commission denial and public opposition. The Commission also scheduled public hearings for three new applications, accepted the withdrawal of two applications for a motor vehicle parking lot, and approved a five-year extension for a 44-unit open space development.

• Approved Special Permit #2434 for 84-unit elderly housing at Redstone Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan #2435 for 84-unit elderly housing at Redstone Hill Road with findings and stipulations (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Application #2445 (earth materials processing) for October 17, 2022
• Scheduled public hearing for Application #2446 (fitness club at 95 Wooster Court) for October 17, 2022
• Scheduled public hearing for Application AZR #22-1 (adaptive re-use regulation amendment) for October 17, 2022
• Accepted withdrawal of Application #2443 (motor vehicle parking at 18 Main Street)
• Accepted withdrawal of Application #2444 (site plan for motor vehicle parking at 18 Main Street)
• Approved five-year extension of Site Plan #2262 for 44-unit open space development on Allentown Rd. (5-0)

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will hear appeals regarding several code enforcement citations. The cases involve various property owners and LLCs in Bristol.

• Citation appeal for 58 Andrews Street
• Citation appeals for 122/124 Woodland Street
• Citation appeal for 72 Page Avenue
• Citation appeal for 81 North Main Street
• Citation appeal for 8 Summer Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review departmental reports and progress on the City Hall renovation. Agenda items include updates on Shrub Road sidewalks, animal control facilities, and Memorial Boulevard. The board will also address snow rates and a Covanta grant additional appropriation.

• BOF Covanta Grant additional appropriation
• City Hall Renovation Project update
• Shrub Road Sidewalk Update
• Animal Control Facility Update
• Memorial Blvd delay

The Board of Public Works approved several actions, including building a new animal control facility, transferring $55,000 for solid waste barrels, and appropriating $18,000 for a new transfer station accounting system. They also authorized a $50 deposit for new yard waste barrels starting in 2023 and approved a contract with A.I. Engineers for Shrub Rd. traffic calming. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved new animal control facility construction (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 transfer for solid waste barrels (unanimous)
• Approved $50 deposit for new yard waste barrels starting 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $18,000 for transfer station accounting system (unanimous)
• Approved contract with A.I. Engineers for Shrub Rd. traffic calming (unanimous)
• Approved Covanta grant for sustainability education (unanimous)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting and receive a Mayor's update. The agenda includes discussions regarding an Emergency Relief Fund and various project updates. The commission will also review director reports and upcoming programs.

• Emergency Relief Fund discussion
• Project updates
• Review of June 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Mayor's update

The Commission on Aging met on September 15, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates regarding facility projects and upcoming events.

• Approved minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will discuss and take action on a proposed ordinance regarding cannabis establishments. The proposal includes density limits based on population and proximity restrictions near schools, churches, and hospitals.

• Proposed cannabis establishment ordinance
• 250-foot proximity limit from schools, churches, hospitals, and municipal parks
• Density limit of one retailer/hybrid retailer and one micro-cultivator per 40,000 residents
• $500 fine for prohibited conduct violations

The Ordinance Committee voted to remove the words 'retailer' and 'hybrid' from the proposed cannabis establishment ordinance, effectively banning hybrid retailers. They also struck the density limitation section and combined approval sections. The revised ordinance will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration on September 22.

• Removed 'retailer' and 'hybrid' from Section 13-124 (Establishment Limitation) (2-1)
• Added 'not specified in the Zoning Regulations' to Section 13-125A (Proximity Limitation) (3-0)
• Struck Section 13-126 (Density Limitation) entirely (3-0)
• Combined Sections 13-126 and 13-127 into a single Approval Process section (3-0)
• Amended Section 13-128 to read 'Changes to an Approved Cannabis Establishments' (3-0)
• Kept Section 13-129 (Prohibited Conduct) unchanged (3-0)
• Added Section 23-2 of the Code of Ordinances to Section 13-130 (Fine for Prohibited Conduct) (3-0)
• Accepted all rewritten sections 13-122 through 13-131 as a package (2-1)

Energy Commission

The commission will receive updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager and discuss next steps for the Energy Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Energy Efficiency Fund Grants.

• Energy Efficiency Fund Grants for Shepard Meadows and Rich Farms
• Updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager
• Next steps for the Energy Plan

The Energy Commission approved two $3,000 Energy Efficiency Fund grants: one to Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center and one to Rich Farm Ice Cream, for engineering analysis and recommendations. The grants will be referred to the Board of Finance. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and updates on Sustainable CT and stalled projects.

• Approved minutes from July 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 Energy Efficiency Fund grant to Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 Energy Efficiency Fund grant to Rich Farm Ice Cream (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board has scheduled a special meeting for September 15, 2022. The board will enter an executive session regarding Greywolf Investment to take any necessary action.

• Executive session regarding Greywolf Investment

The General Government Retirement Board held a special meeting but lacked a quorum, so no votes or decisions were made. The only agenda item was an executive session regarding a Greywolf investment, but no action was taken.

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will conduct final planning for a Transportation Forum, including logistics and promotion. Commissioners are also asked to assist with an upcoming health fair and Farmer's Market presence.

• Finalizing Transportation Forum agenda, promotion, and logistics
• Request for commissioners to attend the Informational Health Fair on September 15th
• Request for commissioners to staff a table at the Farmer’s Market on September 17 and 24

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities met on September 14, 2022, and continued planning for an upcoming forum on transportation accessibility. Commissioners discussed forum logistics, including panelist questions and outreach, and heard a presentation on accessible voting. No formal votes were taken on policy matters.

• Approved minutes from June 8 and August 17, 2022 meetings (Beland/Ewings, passed)
• Approved minor changes to forum flyers and signs (motion by Beland, seconded by Krolikowski, passed)
• Adjourned at 9:00 PM (motion by Klimek, seconded by Beland, passed)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss updates on the Page Park revitalization project and an emergency action plan for the Page Park Pond Dam. The meeting includes a request to designate Pigeon Hill Preserve as an official park. Additionally, the board will review proposed amendments to memorial tree and banner hanging policies.

• Page Park Revitalization Update
• Pigeon Hill Preserve official park designation request
• Quinlan Park Bell brick fundraiser approval
• Emergency Action Plan for Page Park Pond Dam
• Memorial Tree program policy amendments

The Board of Park Commissioners tabled a request from American Legion Post #209 to approve a brick fundraiser for Quinlan Park, pending a rendering and itemized spending plan. The board also amended the Celebrating a Life Memorial Tree & Bench Program to remove Veterans Memorial Boulevard from approved park spaces and approved relocating existing plaques. Several policies were adopted, and the Pigeon Hill Preserve park designation was tabled pending a memorandum of understanding.

• Tabled Quinlan Park bell brick fundraiser until November meeting (unanimous)
• Amended Memorial Tree & Bench Program, removing Veterans Memorial Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved relocating existing plaques from Veterans Memorial Boulevard to other parks (unanimous)
• Placed Emergency Action Plan for Page Park Pond Dam on file and sent to DEEP (unanimous)
• Tabled Pigeon Hill Preserve park designation pending MOU review (unanimous)
• Approved Risk Management Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Banner Hanging Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Superintendent’s Report (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Fund Development Committee will review FY22 fundraising actuals and the revised FY23 proposed strategy. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2nd Annual Dinner on the Diamond event and a marketing and communications plan outline.

• Review of FY22 'Dinner on the Diamond' actuals, showing a net loss of $1,144.92
• Discussion of revised FY23 fundraising strategy and goals
• Planning for the 2nd Annual Dinner on the Diamond fundraising event
• Review of a Marketing and Communications Plan outline

The Fund Development Committee of the Board of Park Commissioners met and approved the May 9, 2022 special meeting minutes with a revision. They discussed FY22 fundraising actuals and revised FY23 proposals, as well as logistics for the 2nd Annual Dinner on the Diamond event and a marketing plan outline. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted May 9, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes with revision to Old Business Item di (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Finance Committee will review the Bristol Blues contract and the fiscal year 2022 year-end financial report. The committee will also conduct an annual review of fee schedules.

• Review of the Bristol Blues contract at Muzzy Field
• FY22 Year End Financial Report showing a total surplus of $479,167
• Annual review of fee schedules
• Proposal to reduce the Bristol Blues contract term from five years to three years

The Finance Committee of the Board of Park Commissioners met and approved the minutes from May 18, 2022. They reviewed the Bristol Blues Contract and the FY22 Year End Financial Report. The annual review of fee schedules was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved the May 18, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes.
• Tabled the annual review of fee schedules for the next meeting.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing for the Tree Warden. The agenda includes a presentation on a request to remove a tree in front of 71 South Street Extension and information regarding tree health.

• Request for removal of a tree at 71 South Street Extension
• Information on the health of trees

The Tree Warden authorized the removal of a 40-inch diameter tulip tree from the city right-of-way at 71 South Street Extension, citing structural damage from utility trimming and potential hazard to the house and roadway. The decision followed a public hearing where the homeowners cited safety concerns and neighbors urged preservation. The city offered to provide a replacement tree to be planted in the front yard.

• Approved removal of 40-inch tulip tree at 71 South Street Extension (Tree Warden decision)
• City offered to provide a replacement tree for front yard planting within ten feet of sidewalk

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will consider various budget appropriations, fund transfers, and fiscal year carryovers. The meeting also includes a presentation of the monthly revenue and expense report by the Comptroller.

• $1,093,824 appropriation within the Police Department’s Special Services operating budget
• $2,775,945 transfer within the General Fund to close out fiscal year 2022-2023
• $25,000 appropriation within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund for various projects
• $8,367 transfer in the Equipment Building Sinking Fund for a Community Outreach Truck
• $28,900 appropriation within the Special Grants and Donations Fund for the CT DSET Grant

The joint meeting approved a consent calendar of 19 items, including numerous year-end appropriations and transfers totaling over $2.8 million, and separately approved carryovers of $943,574 from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023 within the General Fund. All votes were unanimous. The meeting lasted about 11 minutes.

• Approved $2,775,945 in General Fund transfers to close out FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $943,574 in carryovers from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023 within General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $1,093,824 additional appropriation for Police Department Special Services operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved $784,842 in carryovers from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023 within Sewer Operating and Assessment Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $164,059 in transfers within Sewer Operating and Assessment Fund for year-end (unanimous)
• Approved $49,887 additional appropriation for Transfer Station operating budget funded by residential permit revenue (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 additional appropriation for Special Grants and Donations Fund funded by scholarship contributions (unanimous)
• Approved $28,900 additional appropriation for CT DSET Grant within Special Grants and Donations Fund (unanimous)

City Council

The Bristol City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and service contracts. The agenda includes electrical upgrades for Firehouse 2 and roadway drainage improvements. The council will also consider grant applications for highway safety and land record digitization.

• $1,248,239.46 contract with CT Office of Early Childhood
• $173,500 for electrical and AC improvements at Firehouse 2
• Amendment to City Hall Renovations increasing the total to $28,277,814
• $262,442 grant application for highway safety equipment
• Tax lien resolutions for 273 Riverside Avenue

The City Council unanimously adopted resolutions to guarantee $2 million in state funding for environmental remediation of the Sessions Building at 273 Riverside Avenue and to assign city tax liens on the property to New Colony Development Corporation to clear title. The Council also voted 6-0 to authorize a task force to propose a Fair Rent Commission, as required by state law for municipalities over 25,000 residents. A $250,000 workers' compensation settlement with former firefighter Melvyn DeKow was approved, along with numerous contracts and grants.

• Adopted resolution guaranteeing $2M state remediation grant for Sessions Building (6-0)
• Adopted resolution assigning tax liens on 273 Riverside Ave to New Colony Development Corp (6-0)
• Authorized task force to propose Fair Rent Commission by Jan 10, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved $250,000 settlement in Melvyn DeKow workers' comp case (unanimous)
• Approved $1.25M state child day care grant contract (unanimous)
• Awarded $173,500 contract for air conditioning and electrical work at Firehouse 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $349,000 contract with H.F. Lenz Co. for ESSER/ARP project (unanimous)
• Postponed letter of intent for virtual net metering agreement with Verogy, LLC (unanimous)

Library Board of Directors

The Bristol Library Board of Directors will review committee reports and approve minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting. The board also plans to appoint a three-member nomination committee.

• Vote regarding fine free policy
• Appointment of a three-member Nomination Committee
• Approval of July 11, 2022 minutes

The Bristol Library Board of Directors voted to approve a Fine Free Policy, which will now go to the City for final approval. The board also suspended the appointment of a Nominating Committee until April 2023, with the next election at the June 2023 annual meeting. The Finance Committee approved an $8,000 price increase for a Community Outreach vehicle, funded from the Contingency Fund, pending Joint Board approval.

• Approved the Fine Free Policy, sending it to the City for approval.
• Suspended the 2022 appointment of three board members to the Nominating Committee until April 2023.
• Approved minutes of the July 11, 2022 regular meeting.
• Noted the Finance Committee approved an $8,000 price increase for the Community Outreach vehicle from the Contingency Fund, pending Joint Board approval.

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will meet to approve minutes from August 8, 2022. The agenda also includes subcommittee reports and a discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC.

• Approval of August 8, 2002, minutes
• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC
• Subcommittee reports

The Task Force approved a $14,500 request from Firefly, amended from infrastructure expansion to an air handler replacement, with Commissioners Lundquist and O'Brien voting no. They also reaffirmed a $500,000 appropriation to Movia with a revised allocation of $388,000 for job creation. Contract language was amended to require funds be committed by December 31, 2024 and spent by December 31, 2026, and to remove the high-risk category from risk assessments.

• Approved $14,500 for Firefly air handler replacement (5-2)
• Reaffirmed $500,000 appropriation to Movia with revised allocation
• Amended contract language for ARPA funds commitment and spending deadlines
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2022

Cemetery Commission

The Bristol Cemetery Commission will discuss conservation needs for a Civil War Monument in West Cemetery. The meeting also covers lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas and upcoming lantern tours.

• Conservation of Civil War Monument in West Cemetery
• Lawn maintenance at four historic grave areas in Bristol
• Lantern Tour at West Cemetery on Sept 30 and Oct 1
• Software development for locating gravestones at North Cemetery
• Wreaths Across America event on December 17 at Lewis Street Cemetery

The Cemetery Commission discussed the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery; the Board of Finance is on board with restoration but asked the Commission to seek additional vendor quotes before proceeding. The Commission also discussed the upcoming Lantern Tour at West Cemetery on Sept 30, Oct 1, and Oct 2 (rain date), with tickets at $10 each. No decisions were made on other old or new business items.

• Approved the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes as written.
• Discussed the Civil War Monument restoration: Board of Finance supports it but requests more vendor quotes before moving forward with Christoph.
• Discussed Lantern Tour at West Cemetery: dates set for Sept 30, Oct 1, and Oct 2 (rain date); tickets $10 through Bristol Historical Society.
• No updates on gravestones in Mine Brook, Wreaths Across America, vandalism at Downs Cemetery, lawn maintenance, or QR codes.
• Schall & Staub Enterprises fence at North Cemetery should be completed by the October meeting.
• Commission hopes to host a Spring 2023 symposium with Ruth Brown; date to be arranged with the Library.
• Meeting adjourned at 6:27 pm.

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission will hold a public hearing regarding 85 units of elderly housing on Redstone Hill Road. The meeting also includes applications for new single-family homes, pool installations, and wall repairs. Additionally, the commission will address a cease and correct order for 109 Moody Street.

• Public hearing for 85-unit elderly housing at Redstone Hill Road
• New single-family home applications at 51 Kory Lane
• Wall repairs/replacements at 505 and 501 Witches Rock Road
• In-ground pool applications at 101 Cameron Drive and 76 Mountain View Avenue
• Cease and Correct Order for 109 Moody Street

The Commission denied Application 1975 for an 85-unit elderly housing development at 560, 594 & 644 Redstone Hill Road (Laurel Meadows, LLC) by a vote of 3-4. The Commission also received and set public hearings for several new applications, including a single-family home at 51 Kory Lane and retaining wall repairs on Witches Rock Road. An in-ground pool application at 76 Mountain View Avenue was approved as a non-significant activity.

• Denied Application 1975 for 85-unit elderly housing at Redstone Hill Road (3-4)
• Declared Application 1992 (in-ground pool at 101 Cameron Drive) a significant activity, no site walk needed
• Received Application 1995 (new home at 51 Kory Lane) and set public hearing for October 3, 2022
• Received Application 22-465F-285 (floodplain for new home at 51 Kory Lane) and set public hearing for October 3, 2022
• Received Application 1996 (retaining wall repair at 505 Witches Rock Road) and set public hearing for October 3, 2022
• Received Application 22-465F-286 (floodplain for wall repair at 505 Witches Rock Road) and set public hearing for October 3, 2022
• Received Application 1997 (retaining wall repair at 501 Witches Rock Road) and set public hearing for October 3, 2022
• Approved Application 1998 (in-ground pool at 76 Mountain View Avenue) as non-significant activity

Board of Finance

The Miscellaneous Matters Committee of the Board of Finance will meet to discuss a funding request from the Cemetery Commission. The meeting will also address matters related to West Cemetery, Barnes Chapel, and the Cemetery Commission.

• Funding request from the Cemetery Commission
• Discussion regarding West Cemetery and Barnes Chapel

The Miscellaneous Matters Committee of the Board of Finance met to discuss a funding request from the Cemetery Commission regarding maintenance of the Chapel and repair of the Civil War Monument. No decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board will review retirement requests for members of the Board of Education and the Bristol Police Union. The meeting also includes an investment review by Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC and a discussion regarding investment manager contracts and fees.

• Retirement request for Scott Thomas (Police Union) with an annual pension of $83,899.38
• Retirement request for Eric Ouellette (Police Union) with an annual pension of $69,227.50
• Retirement requests for Board of Education employees including John Hamm ($39,624.08 annually)
• Investment review by Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC
• Discussion regarding investment manager contracts and fees

The General Government Retirement Board approved seven retirement requests, including one early retirement with a revised pension amount, and reviewed a market update from Beirne Wealth Consulting showing the portfolio down about 9.57% over one year. The board also discussed a potential co-investment with Greywolf and ongoing coordination with the Finance Board.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d, 5e, and 5g (unanimous)
• Approved early retirement for Susanne Skaradosky with revised pension of $25,343.44 annually (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Committee

The committee will review minutes from the August 03, 2022 meeting and hold a period for public participation. The agenda includes discussions regarding several properties listed under new and old business.

• Approval of August 03, 2022 meeting minutes
• New business property discussions including 55 Prospect St. and 30 Cottage St.
• New business property discussions including 145 Central St. and 74 Locust St.
• Old business property reviews including 81 N. Main St. and 8 Summer St.

The committee discussed ongoing and new code enforcement cases, including violations at 55 Prospect St., 30 Cottage St., 145 Central St., 74 Locus St., 64 Stearns St., 350 Divinity St., 122 Woodland St., 369 Park St., 81 N. Main St., 8 Summer St., 362 Shrub Rd., 31 Balsam St., and 83 Gridley St. Several cases were closed (70 Union St., 58 Andrews St., 145 Central St.), while others remain ongoing or require further action. No new ordinances or policies were adopted; the meeting was procedural and focused on updates.

• Approved minutes from August 3, 2022, unanimously
• Closed case at 145 Central St. after owner agreed to pull permits
• Closed case at 70 Union St. as compliant
• Closed case at 58 Andrews St. as compliant
• Continued monitoring of 55 Prospect St. with cease-and-desist order
• Scheduled inspection for 30 Cottage St. on Sept 8
• Awaiting search warrant for 31 Balsam St.
• Adjourned meeting at 9:53 AM unanimously

City Arts & Culture Commission

The Commission will discuss the transition of the Arts & Culture Supervisor and identify commission needs. Members will also review grant applications and plan a press conference regarding the Cultural District Designation. The meeting includes updates on Hispanic Heritage Month and committee reports.

• Review of grant applications
• Arts & Culture Supervisor transition discussion
• Cultural District Designation press conference planning
• Hispanic Heritage Month programming updates
• Duck Race Transition Task Force updates

The City Arts & Culture Commission met on September 15, 2022, and discussed updates on a sculpture project, repairs to the Sugar Fox and Interactive Murals, and the upcoming Cultural District Designation press conference. A proposal was made to add Ginger Grant to the Commission. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved August 15, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Moved public participation to after Old Business (unanimous)
• Moved public participation to after New Business item a (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 8:09 p.m. (unanimous)

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee is holding a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed ordinance for cannabis establishments. The proposal includes density limits and proximity restrictions near schools, churches, hospitals, and parks.

• Proposed cannabis establishments ordinance
• Density limit of one retailer/hybrid retailer and one micro-cultivator per 30,000 residents
• 250-foot proximity restriction from schools, churches, hospitals, and parks
• $500 fine for prohibited conduct violations

The Ordinance Committee held a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to allow recreational cannabis sales in Bristol. No vote was taken; the hearing was for public comment only. The committee heard extensive testimony from residents, officials, and stakeholders both for and against the proposal.

• No decisions were made; the public hearing was informational only

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular meeting of the Bristol Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for September 6, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for October 4, 2022.

The regular meeting of the Bristol Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for September 6, 2022, was cancelled. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 4, 2022.

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee is reviewing a proposed ordinance regarding cannabis establishments, including density and proximity limitations near schools and churches. The meeting will also address air quality issues.

• Proposed ordinance for cannabis establishments
• Discussion of air quality issues
• Approval of August 2, 2022, minutes

The Ordinance Committee voted to ban recreational adult sales of cannabis, including hybrid retailers, within Bristol. Medical dispensaries and cannabis manufacturing businesses will still be allowed if they comply with zoning regulations. The motion passed 2-1, with Councilwoman Thibeault voting against.

• Approved a motion to ban recreational cannabis sales (including hybrid retailers) within Bristol, while allowing medical dispensaries and cannabis manufacturing businesses that comply with zoning regulations. Passed 2-1.
• Approved the minutes of the August 2, 2022 meeting. Passed unanimously.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Policy Committee will review a request from the Veterans Council to amend the Memorial Tree Program. The agenda also includes reviews of risk management and banner hanging policies.

• Request to remove Veterans Memorial Park from the Memorial Tree Program
• New Risk Management Policy
• Revised Banner Hanging Policy
• Annual review of Draft Policies and Procedures Manual

The Board of Park Commissioners Policy Committee voted unanimously to amend the Celebrating a Life Memorial Tree Program, removing Veterans Memorial Park from the list of approved park spaces. The committee also agreed to work with families to relocate existing plaques and offer a free engraved brick in the Tribute Walkway. Additionally, the committee approved a new Risk Management Policy and a revised Banner Hanging Policy, both to be forwarded to the full Board for final approval.

• Approved removal of Veterans Memorial Park from Memorial Tree Program (unanimous)
• Directed relocation of existing plaques and offered free engraved brick in Tribute Walkway (unanimous)
• Approved new Risk Management Policy, referred to full Board (unanimous)
• Approved revised Banner Hanging Policy, referred to full Board (unanimous)

Ordinance Committee

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Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Commission will discuss enterprise zones for 238 Main St., 222 Main St., and 13 Prospect St. The meeting also includes updates on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and the J.H. Sessions Building.

• Enterprise Zone discussion: 238 Main St., 222 Main St., and 13 Prospect St.
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• J.H. Sessions Building update
• Grant contract language review
• Residential Rehab Report

The Not for Profit ARPA Sub-Committee unanimously voted against awarding Bristol Hospital's $1 million request for a generator, citing a missed January 31st deadline and unanswered questions. The Board also discussed Enterprise Zone development for 55+ housing at three downtown properties, approved consent agenda items, and received updates on downtown projects, business grants, and the residential rehab program.

• Denied hospital's $1M ARPA generator request (unanimous subcommittee vote)
• Approved minutes from August 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Filed Communications item (unanimous)
• Accepted Economic Development Grants/Marketing Report (unanimous)
• Approved fund transfer to close FY negative balance accounts (unanimous)

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force Business Subcommittee will meet to discuss projects that may be eligible for ARPA funding. The subcommittee may also take action on these items during the meeting.

• Discussion of projects eligible for ARPA funding

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force Non Profit Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the Bristol Health project. The subcommittee may take action as necessary regarding this project.

• Discussion of the Bristol Health project

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has scheduled on-site reviews for two applications. An inspection is set for Shrub Road at the Barnes Nature Center, while the review for Page Park on King Street was cancelled.

• On-site review of Application #1968 at Shrub Road/Barnes Nature Center
• Cancelled on-site review for Application #1994 at Page Park (King Street)

The Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency held an on-site meeting at the Shrub Road Open Space/Barns Nature Center. Members observed site conditions and discussed the new trail location, benches, rest areas, and replacement of an existing bridge crossing. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will review July 2022 monthly reports for Tower 1 and Engine Companies 1 through 5. The agenda includes the pinning ceremony for K9 Okee and updates on apparatus repairs and station maintenance. The board will also review the Chief's report regarding FY22 year-end transfers.

• Pinning ceremony for K9 Okee, Peer Support
• Review of July 2022 monthly reports for Engine Companies 1-5 and Tower 1
• Approval of FY22 Year End Transfers in the Chief's report
• Updates on apparatus repairs, including Engine 4 body damage and Engine 5 A/C issues
• Training updates regarding confined space rescue and lockout/tagout

The Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously approved the July 28, 2022 meeting minutes, monthly reports, the chief's monthly and verbal reports, and FY 2021-22 year-end transfers driven by overtime from retirements. No public comment or subcommittee reports were presented.

• Approved July 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved chief's monthly reports and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved chief's verbal reports on old business and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 year-end transfers for overtime due to retirements (unanimous)

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The Mayor’s Task Force on HIV/AIDS/HCV will vote on a new Chair and Acting Chair. The meeting includes planning for an October 6 event and updates regarding the Clinton Roberts Foundation application.

• Vote for New Chair and Acting Chair
• Planning for October 6 event
• Update on Clinton Roberts Foundation application
• Update on Task Force Brochure
• Approval of July 28, 2022 minutes

The Mayor's Task Force on HIV/AIDS/HCV held a virtual meeting on August 25, 2022. They approved the minutes from the July 28 meeting and voted on a new chair and acting chair. The meeting also included debriefing the August 20 Rockwell Park event and planning for an October 6 event, World AIDS Day, and an April educational forum.

• Approved July 28, 2022 minutes
• Voted on new chair and acting chair

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will conduct a reorganization of the Board and review several budget items. The agenda includes various fund transfers for the General Fund, Sewer, and Public Works departments. The board will also discuss updates from the Board of Education and subcommittee reports.

• Transfer of $2,775,945 within the General Fund to closeout fiscal year 2022-2023
• Appropriation of $1,093,824 for Police Department Special Services
• Additional appropriation of $25,000 within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund
• Transfer of $14,500 from the General Fund Contingency Account to the Police Department
• Appropriation of $40,000 within the PRYCS Special Grants and Donations Fund

The Board of Finance approved a consent agenda including multiple appropriations and transfers totaling over $2.8 million, and approved carryovers of $943,574 in the General Fund, $11,677 in the Community Development Block Grant Fund, and $784,842 in the Sewer Operating and Assessment Fund. The board also approved a $25,000 additional appropriation for the Coronavirus Recovery Fund, petty cash accounts for PRYCS, and two Police Department items: a $14,450 transfer for HVAC units and a $28,900 appropriation for a CT DSET grant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda with multiple appropriations and transfers (unanimous)
• Approved $943,574 General Fund carryovers from FY2021-22 to FY2022-23 (unanimous)
• Approved $11,677 Community Development Block Grant Fund carryovers (unanimous)
• Approved $784,842 Sewer Operating and Assessment Fund carryovers (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 additional appropriation for Coronavirus Recovery Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $50 petty cash for PRYCS Arts & Culture and $150 for PRYCS Youth & Community Services (unanimous)
• Approved $14,450 transfer from General Fund Contingency for Police HVAC units (unanimous)
• Approved $28,900 additional appropriation for Police CT DSET Grant (unanimous)

Diversity Council

The Bristol Diversity Council will discuss updates regarding the Rockwell Festival turnout and Impact Avenues. The meeting also includes discussions on council goals and the formation of sub-committees.

• Rockwell Festival Turnout update
• Impact Avenues Update
• Formation of Sub-Committees
• Awards for Local Organization
• Mum Festival Booth discussion

The Diversity Council tabled the formation of sub-committees until the next meeting. Members discussed upcoming outreach at the Mum Festival and Farmer's Market, and continued work on a youth coalition and a resource list of local organizations. No votes were taken on substantive items.

• Tabled formation of sub-committees until September meeting (all in favor)
• Approved July meeting minutes (motion by Bianca, second by Israel, passed)

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, August 22, 2022. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Monday, September 26, 2022.

The regular meeting of the Bristol Planning Commission scheduled for August 22, 2022 was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2022.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review division reports, project schedules, and building committee updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding BOF year-end transfers for the transfer station and storm water trust. No votes will be taken during this meeting.

• Review of July Building Project List
• City Hall Renovation Project update
• 2022 BOF year-end transfers for Transfer Station
• BOF storm water trust transfers
• Discussion of 2022 BOF carry overs

The Board of Public Works approved a new generator and HVAC unit for Fire Station #2, noting it is within budget and requires no additional funds. Several routine reports and project schedules were accepted and placed on file. No public concerns or petitions were presented.

• Approved Fire Station #2 generator/HVAC unit (unanimous)
• Accepted July 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted August 2022 Public Works Division Reports (unanimous)
• Accepted Public Works Project Schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted July Building Project List (unanimous)
• Accepted August City Hall renovation update (unanimous)
• Accepted August Director's report (unanimous)
• Approved BOF year-end transfers, storm water trust, and carry overs (all unanimous)

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will hear appeals regarding code enforcement citations. The meeting includes reviews of specific property citations in Bristol.

• Citation No. 252284: Castleford Properties LLC at 182 Greene Street
• Citation No. 252161: 38-42 Bishop Street, LLC at 81 North Main Street
• Appeal for 56-58 Avon Street LLC
• Appeal for Nash Street New Haven LLP

Board of Finance

The Purchasing Committee will discuss services and materials that may impact the FY2022-2023 budget or delivery constraints. This includes discussions regarding on-call site construction contracts and glycol/other coolants.

• On-call site construction contracts
• Glycol and other coolants

The Purchasing Committee heard reports on supply chain constraints affecting storm drainage contracts, rising material costs for schools, and delays in the Memorial Boulevard bridge project due to transformer availability. No formal actions were taken.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational only.

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will review next steps for the city's Energy Plan. The commission will also discuss Energy Efficiency Fund Grants for Shepard Meadows and Rich Farms. Dave Oakes, Public Facilities & Energy Manager, will provide updates.

• Energy Efficiency Fund Grants for Shepard Meadows
• Energy Efficiency Fund Grants for Rich Farms
• Updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager

The Energy Commission tabled approval of the July 21, 2022 minutes. They discussed two verbal applications for Energy Efficiency Fund Grants (Shepard Meadows and Rich Farms) but took no action, with a written summary to be provided before a future vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approval of July 21, 2022 minutes tabled
• No action taken on Energy Efficiency Fund Grant applications for Shepard Meadows and Rich Farms

Salary Committee

The committee will review a request from the Water & Sewer Department to replace a Watershed Crew Leader with a new Watershed Machine Maintenance Operator position. Additionally, Human Resources proposed amending the Tuition Reimbursement Policy to implement semester-based funding and per-semester caps.

• Creation of Watershed Machine Maintenance Operator position
• Elimination of Watershed Crew Leader position
• Proposed $20,000 annual budget for tuition reimbursement
• Proposed $2,000 per semester cap for tuition reimbursement

The committee voted to recommend to the City Council the creation of a Watershed Machine Maintenance Operator position and elimination of a Watershed Crew Leader position, both in the NIPSEU union. No action was taken on a proposed tuition reimbursement policy amendment.

• Recommended to City Council to create a Watershed Machine Maintenance Operator position and eliminate a Watershed Crew Leader position (both NIPSEU, Maintainer 3 pay code) (unanimous)
• Discussed but took no action on amending the tuition reimbursement policy for general city employees

Real Estate Committee

The committee will review the minutes from July 19, 2022. The meeting includes new business regarding Frederick Street and status updates on several properties including Marconi Avenue and Kilmartin Road.

• New business: Frederick Street (Map 43, Lot 98-1)
• Status update: 153 School Street
• Status update: Lots #9, 10, 11, & 12 Marconi Avenue
• Status update: Lot #102 and #106 Kilmartin Road
• Status update: Schaffrick property (Map 60, Lots 11 & 12-5 Perkins Street)

The Real Estate Committee met and discussed several properties but took no formal votes or decisions on any item. The only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes. All other agenda items were informational or resulted in no action.

• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 (2-0)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Bristol Commission for Persons with Disabilities held a special meeting to finalize plans for an upcoming Transportation Forum. They confirmed Stephen Thal as moderator, updated the panelist list, and discussed logistics including venue setup, water donation, and promotion. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was for planning purposes.

• Confirmed Stephen Thal as moderator for the Transportation Forum
• Updated panelist list to include Deborah Dorfman, Lisa Rivers, Dr. Marlo Greppone, and Margaret Banker
• Determined general setup for the forum, including tables and seating
• Accepted Walmart's donation of water for the event
• Scheduled meeting with Marketing Specialist Dawn Nielsen to discuss promotion
• Agreed to distribute flyers at pharmacies and rehab facilities
• Planned to promote the forum at the Farmer's Market in September

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners approved an appropriation request for the Main Street Community Foundation grant. The board also accepted the retirement request for Detective Sergeant Scott Thomas, effective August 16, 2022. Additionally, various monthly police reports and meeting minutes were approved or placed on file.

• Approval of appropriation request for the Main Street Community Foundation grant
• Acceptance of retirement for Detective Sergeant Scott Thomas
• Presentation of Life Saving Award to Officer Boisvert
• Approval of July 19, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved several routine items, including officer awards, monthly reports, and traffic recommendations for parking on Minor Street, Hill Street, and James P. Casey Road. They also accepted a retirement request for Officer Eric Ouellette, approved applying for an E-911 grant for HVAC units at the South Mountain Radio Site, and offered conditional employment to a candidate from the active eligibility list. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Silver Star Awards and Officer of the Month for Officers Petzing and Mitchell (unanimous)
• Approved Exceptional Service Award for Officer Pirog (unanimous)
• Approved traffic division recommendations for parking on Minor Street, Hill Street, and James P. Casey Road (unanimous)
• Accepted Officer Eric Ouellette's retirement request with revised date of August 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved applying for E-911 grant for 2 HVAC units at South Mountain Radio Site (unanimous)
• Offered conditional employment to candidate rank #1 from active eligibility list (unanimous)
• Removed candidates #2, #4, and #5 from active eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is reviewing a request to carry over $785,673 from the 2021-2022 fiscal year to fund various infrastructure projects. The board is also considering a transfer of $164,059 to offset under-funded expenditures. Additionally, the agenda includes an application for a sewer main extension on Charlies Way.

• Request to carry over $785,673 from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023
• Transfer of $164,059 from Regular Wages, Professional Fees and Services to offset under-funded expenditures
• Sewer main extension application for 884 feet of SDK-25 main on Charlies Way

The Board of Sewer Commissioners unanimously approved carrying over $785,673 in unspent funds from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023 for capital projects including roof replacement, security cameras, and asset management software. They also approved transferring $164,059 between budget accounts to cover under-funded expenditures. A sewer main extension for 16 lots on Charlies Way was approved. No action was taken on an on-call engineering RFQ.

• Approved carry-over of $785,673 from FY 2021-2022 to FY 2022-2023 for capital projects (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $164,059 from wages, professional fees, and administrative fees to cover under-funded expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved sewer main extension application for 16 lots on Charlies Way (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved department reports for July 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will consider a water main extension application for Charlies Way. The agenda also includes several budget transfers between accounts and an on-call engineering RFQ.

• Water Main Extension Application - Charlies Way
• Transfer of $73,300.67 to the Salaries Account
• Transfer of $6,208.61 to the Contractor Services Account
• On-call Engineering RFQ

The Board of Water Commissioners approved a water main extension application for 16 lots on Charlies Way. They also approved the July 2022 minutes and department reports, denied a request to waive $23.86 in late fees, and approved three budget transfers totaling $239,109.58 to cover over-expenditures in salaries, contractor services, and other accounts. No action was taken on the on-call engineering RFQ or investments.

• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 department reports (unanimous)
• Denied request to waive $23.86 late fee for Cantina Hospitality LLC (unanimous)
• Approved water main extension application for 16 lots on Charlies Way (unanimous)
• Approved $73,300.67 transfer from Fringe Benefits to cover salary over-expenditure (unanimous)
• Approved $6,208.61 transfer from Liens to cover contractor services over-expenditure (unanimous)
• Approved $159,600.17 transfer from Capital Outlay to cover over-expenditures in telephone, maintenance, professional services, office supplies, maintenance/supplies, vehicle service/repair, and chemical treatment accounts (unanimous)

City Arts & Culture Commission

The commission will discuss the resignation of Commissioner Buonafede and review upcoming programming. Updates include the Duck Race Transition Task Force's report on potential revenue from ticket sales. The meeting also covers marketing materials and mural maintenance.

• Resignation of Commissioner Buonafede
• $3,000 potential commission revenue from 1,000 Duck Race ticket sales
• Wildflowers Mural sealant for Corey Payne
• Review of the $15,000 Arts & Culture budget
• Hispanic Heritage Month featuring Orquesta La Yunqueña

The City Arts & Culture Commission approved a $2,500 budget for artist Corey Payne to repair the Wildflowers Mural, and tabled a sculpture discussion to the September meeting. They also accepted the July minutes and noted the Cultural District Application was approved.

• Approved $2,500 for artist Corey Payne to repair Wildflowers Mural (all in favor)
• Tabled sculpture business item (prefab hearts) to September meeting (all in favor)
• Accepted July 6, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (all in favor)
• Moved up Old Business Item 5e for discussion (all in favor)

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission is continuing public hearings for two applications regarding elderly housing. The proposals by Laurel Meadows, LLC include a special permit and a site plan for 85 units at 560, Lot 9B-1, 594 & 644 Redstone Hill Road.

• Continued public hearing for 85-unit elderly housing (Application #2434)
• Continued public hearing for site plan for elderly housing (Application #2435)
• Proposed development at 560, Lot 9B-1, 594 & 644 Redstone Hill Road

The Bristol Zoning Commission held a special meeting to continue public hearings on Applications #2434 and #2435, which seek a special permit and site plan approval for an 85-unit elderly housing development at 560, 594, and 644 Redstone Hill Road. No final decision was made; the commission voted unanimously to continue the hearings to its September 19, 2022, regular meeting, pending review of the Inland Wetlands Commission report and additional staff comments. The applicant's engineer addressed numerous site plan comments, and several residents spoke in opposition, citing concerns about density, wetlands, and property values.

• Continued public hearings for Applications #2434 and #2435 to September 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 8:57 PM (5-0)

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board will review various retirement applications for employees in departments such as Public Works, Water, and the Board of Education. The meeting includes a review of the July 2022 Treasurer's Report and an investment review with Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC. Members will also discuss investment manager contracts and fees.

• Retirement request for Frank D’Addabbo ($62,678.72 annual pension)
• Retirement request for Christopher McCarthy ($64,925.44 annual pension)
• Review of July 2022 Treasurer's Report
• Investment review with Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC
• Discussion regarding investment manager contracts and fees

The General Government Retirement Board unanimously approved the July 2022 Treasurer's Report and all 22 consent agenda items, which included normal, early, and vested retirement pension requests for various city employees. The board also heard an investment update from Beirne Wealth Consulting, noting the portfolio is valued at $726,326,233 with about 40% of pricing missing, and discussed manager contract updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 2022 Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 5a-5v, including 22 pension requests (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for Joyce Bolduc with $19,571.76 annual pension
• Approved normal retirement for Dorothy Chambers with $46,407.91 annual pension
• Approved normal retirement for Thomas Court with $32,322.88 annual pension
• Approved normal retirement for Frank D’Addabbo with $62,678.72 annual pension
• Approved normal retirement for Steven Jabs with $56,020.25 annual pension
• Approved normal retirement for Craig Jalbert with $48,193.87 annual pension

Board of Finance

The Insurance Committee of the Board of Finance is meeting to discuss the City’s Self Insured Workers’ Compensation Program with FutureComp. The committee will also discuss the City’s health insurance with Lockton Companies. Action may be taken on these items during the meeting.

• Discussion of the City’s Self Insured Workers’ Compensation Program with FutureComp
• Discussion of the City’s health insurance with Lockton Companies

The Insurance Committee met to review the City's self-insured workers' compensation program with FutureComp and health insurance with Lockton. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, covering claim counts, financials, and trends. The committee discussed potential costs from recent Fire Department retirement claims and reviewed wellness activities.

• Adjourned meeting at 9:56 a.m. (motion by O'Brien, seconded by Burns)

Youth Commission

The Bristol Youth Commission is reviewing year-to-date financials and the Fiscal Year 22-23 Project Aware budget proposal. The meeting also includes reports on counseling services, juvenile review board statistics, and BEST Coalition activities.

• FY 22-23 Project Aware Budget Proposal
• Year-to-date financial report for Youth & Community Services
• Juvenile Review Board case statistics
• Counseling intake and referral data
• BEST Coalition program updates

The Youth Commission approved the FY 22-23 Project Aware Budget Proposal as presented by the Youth & Family Coordinators and the Youth & Community Services Supervisor. The motion was made by Secretary Nagle, seconded by Commissioner Broderick, and carried unanimously. The commission also accepted the April 13, 2022 regular meeting minutes and discussed various program updates, including outreach at UCONN's Career Center and the Basketball League at Bracket Park.

• Approved FY 22-23 Project Aware Budget Proposal (unanimous)
• Accepted April 13, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will consider several budget transfers and grant appropriations. This includes a large appropriation for School Readiness and Quality Enhancement grants. The Comptroller is also scheduled to present a monthly revenue and expense report.

• $3,116,522 appropriation for School Readiness and Quality Enhancement grants
• Budget transfers for Seymour Park and Wilson Park basketball/tennis court repairs
• $15,980 appropriation for the SCADA project in the Sewer Fund
• $2,460 grant appropriation for the Police department
• $13,000 transfer within the Tax Office budget for part-time wages

The joint meeting approved the minutes from July 12, 2022, and adopted a 16-item consent calendar covering various budget transfers and appropriations. All items were approved unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

• Approved minutes of July 12, 2022 joint meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted 16-item consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved $13,000 transfer within Tax Office operating budget for part-time wages (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 appropriation for Thomaston Savings Bank grant for Cemetery Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $2,460 appropriation for Main Street Community Foundation grant for Police (unanimous)
• Approved $15,980 appropriation for SCADA project in Sewer Operating and Assessment Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $3,116,522 appropriation for School Readiness and Quality Enhancement grants (unanimous)
• Approved $76,939 transfer and appropriation for Wilson Park Basketball/Tennis Courts (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will review several proposed changes to the City Charter, including increasing membership on the City Council and Board of Finance. The agenda also includes a new ordinance for cannabis establishments and a grant application for HVAC units at the Willis Street site.

• Proposed amendments to the City Charter regarding council size and Mayor term length
• New ordinance introduction for Cannabis Establishments
• $28,900 grant application for HVAC units on the Willis Street site
• State School Readiness grants of $2,908,388, $18,756, and $189,378
• Contract to sell Lot #12 Waterbury Road for $29,900

The City Council approved placing four charter revision questions on the November 8, 2022 ballot, including extending the mayor's term from two to four years, expanding misconduct penalties, changing district creation process, and technical revisions. The council rejected a proposal to increase council membership from two to three members per district and Board of Finance from eight to eleven members. The council also approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to award ARPA funds to subrecipients as determined by the ARPA Task Force.

• Approved 4 charter revision questions for Nov. 8 ballot (unanimous)
• Rejected increasing City Council membership to 3 per district and Board of Finance to 11 (6-1, Thibeault no)
• Approved resolution authorizing Mayor to award ARPA funds to subrecipients (7-0)
• Approved $23,488.76 in tax refunds (unanimous)
• Approved $28,900 grant application for HVAC units at Willis Street site (unanimous)
• Approved stipulation to judgment in Festival Fun Parks litigation, abating $45,000 in property taxes (unanimous)
• Approved six-month listing contract with Bottom Line Realty for Lot #12 Waterbury Road, price reduced to $29,900 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Sept. 6 on cannabis establishment ordinance (unanimous)

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council is meeting to discuss updates regarding the Rockwell Festival. The agenda includes reviewing festival shifts, council t-shirts, business cards, and food and games.

• Rockwell Festival shifts
• T-shirts for Diversity Council
• Business Cards
• Food and Games
• Other Festival Logistics

The council discussed logistics for the upcoming Rockwell Festival, including volunteer shifts, t-shirts, and food. Members voted on a business card design for the West End Festival. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded beyond planning discussions.

• Voted on favorite business card design for West End Festival
• Planned volunteer shifts for Rockwell Festival
• Scheduled t-shirt sales for October Farmers Market

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The task force is meeting to approve minutes from July 11, 2022, and receive subcommittee reports. The agenda also includes a discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC.

• Approval of July 11, 2022 minutes
• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC
• Subcommittee reports

The ARPA Task Force approved a $25,000 project for the Barnes Chapel at West Cemetery and authorized sending emails to Build Bristol program applicants. They also discussed ARPA contract progress, quarterly reporting, and subcommittee updates, including a pending review of the Bristol Hospital request.

• Approved Barnes Chapel project at $25,000
• Approved sending emails for Build Bristol program
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2022

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will discuss projects that are eligible for ARPA funding. The subcommittee may take action on these items during the meeting.

• Discussion of projects eligible for ARPA funding

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The Non Profit Subcommittee of the American Rescue Plan Task Force is meeting to discuss projects eligible for ARPA funding. The committee may take action as necessary regarding these projects.

• Discussion of projects eligible for ARPA funding

Cemetery Commission

The Bristol Cemetery Commission will discuss upcoming lantern tours and monument conservation at West Cemetery. The meeting also covers lawn maintenance for historic grave areas and vandalism at Downs cemetery.

• Lantern Tour dates at West Cemetery (Sept 30, Oct 1, 8, 9)
• Civil War Monument conservation in West Cemetery
• Vandalism report for Downs cemetery
• Lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas
• Work on 'Iron Fence' grave site at North Cemetery

The Cemetery Commission voted to request $31,000 from the Board of Finance for the removal and restoration of the eagle on the Civil War Monument at West Cemetery. The commission also discussed plans for the 2022 Lantern Tours, including dates, group sizes, and estimated actor/guide compensation. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were reported as having no updates.

• Approved motion to solicit $31,000 from Board of Finance for eagle removal ($6,000) and restoration ($25,000) (all in favor)
• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes as written (all in favor)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 6:40 pm (unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include site plans for a medical office building and municipal parking, as well as permits for ATV sales and earth material processing.

• Site plan for a medical office building at 1 Hope Street
• Special permit for ATV sale or service at 398 Broad Street
• Special permit for earth materials removal near Barlow Street and Farrell Avenue
• Site plan for a municipal parking facility at 111 North Main Street
• Review of adaptive re-use for non-residential buildings

The Bristol Zoning Commission approved four applications and authorized a zoning text amendment. The Wheeler Clinic received a special permit for off-site parking and a site plan for a medical office building at 1 Hope Street. The Commission also approved a special permit and site plan for ATV sales at 398 Broad Street, a site plan for a municipal parking garage at 111 North Main Street, and a special permit for earth removal at the Laurentide Glen subdivision. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved special permit #2437 for Wheeler Clinic off-site parking at 1 & 30 Hope St (5-0)
• Approved site plan #2438 for Wheeler Clinic medical office building at 1 Hope St (5-0)
• Approved special permit #2441 for earth removal at Laurentide Glen subdivision (5-0)
• Approved special permit #2439 for ATV display/sale at 398 Broad St (5-0)
• Approved site plan #2440 for ATV sales at 398 Broad St (5-0)
• Approved site plan #2442 for municipal parking garage at 111 North Main St (5-0)
• Authorized staff to draft zoning text amendment AZR #16-2 for September meeting (5-0)

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development commission will receive updates on Centre Square, the American Rescue Plan Act, and the J.H. Sessions Building. The agenda also includes reviewing budget carry overs and a CDBG grant extension for Bristol Adult Education. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a downtown grant application.

• Centre Square update
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• J.H. Sessions Building update
• CDBG extension for Bristol Adult Education Grant
• Downtown Grant Application discussion

The Economic and Community Development Board approved two Downtown Grants for Brooklyn Deli and M&M Pallet, both unanimously. The board also approved a budget transfer of $11,677.64, an extension for the Bristol Adult Education Grant, and accepted reports on Centre Square, ARPA, and the J.H. Sessions Building. No votes were taken during executive session.

• Approved Downtown Grant for Brooklyn Deli (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Grant for M & M Pallet (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfer of $11,677.64 (unanimous)
• Approved extension for Bristol Adult Education Grant through Dec 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Centre Square update report (unanimous)
• Accepted ARPA update report (unanimous)
• Accepted J.H. Sessions Building update report (unanimous)
• Accepted July 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will review minutes from the July 20, 2022, special meeting. The committee is scheduled to discuss properties of interest or concern, including clothing boxes at 325 Oakland St. New and old business items involving several local addresses are also on the agenda for discussion.

• Discussion regarding clothing boxes at 325 Oakland St.
• New business items for 330 East Rd and 83 Gridley St.
• Review of old business properties including 70 Union St, 58 Andrews St, and 81 N. Main St.

The Code Enforcement Committee met on August 3, 2022, and discussed numerous ongoing property violations, including tall grass, hoarding, structural damage, and illegal apartments. No formal decisions or votes were taken on any of the properties; all items were either ongoing, closed, or referred for further action. The only formal action was the unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No other formal decisions or votes recorded

Charter Revision Commission

The commission will discuss the charter revision process and public participation. They will also consider a City Council recommendation to delete proposals for increasing city council and Board of Finance membership.

• Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes
• Proposed increase of city council members from 2 to 3 per district
• Proposed increase of Board of Finance members from 8 to 11
• Public participation regarding the charter revision process

The Charter Revision Commission voted unanimously to reject the City Council's recommendation to delete from its draft report a proposal to increase the city council from 2 to 3 members per district through multiparty representation and to expand the board of finance from 8 to 11 members. The commission decided to keep the recommendation in the report, allowing the public to potentially petition the question onto the ballot. No further meetings were scheduled.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Rejected City Council's recommendation to delete charter amendments increasing council districts to 3 members and board of finance to 11 members (unanimous)
• No further charter revision commission meetings scheduled

Ordinance Committee

The committee is reviewing a draft ordinance regarding the regulation of cannabis establishments in Bristol. The proposal includes density limits and proximity restrictions near schools, churches, and hospitals.

• Draft ordinance for cannabis establishments
• 250-foot proximity limit from schools, churches, and hospitals
• Density limit of one retailer/hybrid retailer and one micro-cultivator per 30,000 residents
• $500 fine for prohibited conduct violations

The Ordinance Committee discussed a draft ordinance for recreational cannabis establishments but voted against referring it to the City Council for a public hearing (1-2). The committee did approve amendments to the draft, including increasing the population cap from 30,000 to 40,000 per facility and removing section 13.129. No final ordinance was adopted.

• Motion to refer cannabis ordinance to City Council for public hearing failed (1-2)
• Approved amendments to draft ordinance: population cap increased from 30k to 40k, section 13.129 removed (3-0)

Parking Authority

The Bristol Parking Board Authority will meet to review and hear appeals regarding public parking tickets. The agenda also includes discussions on new and old business.

• Review and appeals of public parking tickets

The Parking Authority granted an appeal for a parking ticket issued to Sharon Pals for a no-parking violation. The motion to grant the appeal passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Granted appeal for ticket #94317 to Sharon Pals (unanimous)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission will hold public hearings regarding 85 units of senior housing at Redstone Hill Road and river regrading at Rockwell Park. The meeting also includes reviews of pending applications for commercial buildings and pool installations. Additionally, the commission will address a cease and correct order for 109 Moody Street.

• Wetlands application for 85 senior housing units at Redstone Hill Road
• River regrading and floodplain mitigation at Rockwell Park
• Application for commercial buildings on Terryville Road
• Proposed repairs to decks and walkways at Page Park
• Cease and Correct Order for 109 Moody Street

The Bristol Inland Wetlands Commission approved several applications, including the regrading of the river at Rockwell Park (Application #1983) and a related floodplain mitigation application (#22-462F-281), both with standard stipulations. It also approved a wetlands boundary change (Application #1987) and construction of commercial buildings (Application #1988) on Terryville Road. The commission tabled the Laurel Meadows elderly housing application (#1975) until September 12, 2022, and postponed an in-ground pool application (#1992) because the applicant was not present.

• Approved river regrading at Rockwell Park, Application #1983 (4-1)
• Approved floodplain mitigation at Rockwell Park, Application #22-462F-281 (4-1)
• Approved wetlands boundary change on Terryville Road, Application #1987 (5-0)
• Approved commercial buildings on Terryville Road, Application #1988 (5-0)
• Tabled Laurel Meadows elderly housing application #1975 to September 12, 2022
• Postponed in-ground pool application #1992 (applicant absent)
• Approved rear yard grading and drainage at 21 Royal Drive, Application #1993 (5-0)
• Declared Page Park walkway project a significant activity, set public hearing for September 12, 2022

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will re-review a request from American Legion Post #209 to install a historic bell in Quinlin Park. This is a special meeting agenda.

• Re-review of American Legion Post #209 request to install a historic bell in Quinlin Park

The Board of Park Commissioners voted unanimously to keep its original July 20, 2022 decision allowing American Legion Post #209 to install a historic bell in Quinlan Park. The vote followed public testimony both for and against the location, including concerns from the Veterans Council and the Forestville Village Association. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion to keep original motion granting permission to install historic bell at Quinlan Park carried (all in favor)
• Motion to close public participation carried (all in favor)
• Motion to adjourn meeting at 5:46 p.m. carried (all in favor)

City Council

The Bristol City Council and Charter Revision Commission will meet to discuss revisions contained in a Draft Report. The agenda includes a proposal to reject increasing the number of City Council members per district and expanding the Board of Finance.

• Proposal to reject increasing City Council membership from two to three members per district
• Proposal to reject increasing Board of Finance membership from eight to eleven members

The City Council and Charter Revision Commission held a special joint meeting to discuss removing a proposal from the draft report that would increase City Council membership from two to three members per district and Board of Finance membership from eight to eleven. Mayor Caggiano and Council Member Thibeault expressed concerns about complexity and difficulty finding qualified members. No formal vote was recorded on the proposal; the meeting adjourned after discussion.

• Discussed removal of proposal to increase City Council membership from 2 to 3 per district
• Discussed removal of proposal to increase Board of Finance membership from 8 to 11
• Adjourned at 7:24 p.m.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The July 28 meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from June and July meetings. The board will also review monthly operational reports for various fire companies and divisions.

• Approval of Fire Board minutes from June 17, 2022
• Approval of Special Fire Board minutes from July 11, 2022
• Review of monthly reports for Engine Companies 1 through 5
• Review of Tower 1 and Mechanical Division monthly reports

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The Mayor’s Task Force on HIV/AIDS/HCV is discussing upcoming events at Rockwell Park and Cambridge Park. The agenda also includes addressing the resignation of Christina Cipriani and updates on a foundation application.

• August 20, 2022 event at Rockwell Park
• August 19th Cambridge Park event
• Christina Cipriani resignation and selection of new or acting Chair
• Update on Clinton Roberts Foundation application
• Approval of June 30, 2022 minutes

The meeting was largely procedural, covering event planning and updates. Members approved the June 30, 2022 minutes and discussed volunteer needs for upcoming events. Christina Cipriani's resignation was noted, with plans to appoint a new chair or acting chair. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved June 30, 2022 minutes
• Discussed volunteer needs for August 20 Rockwell Park event
• Noted Christina Cipriani's resignation; new chair or acting chair to be determined

Historic District Commission

The Bristol Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022, has been cancelled. Chair Colleen Nicastro directed the cancellation because no new or pending applications were received by the filing deadline.

• No pending or new applications before the commission

The Bristol Historic District Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022, due to no pending or new applications. The next regular meeting is set for September 28, 2022.

• Cancelled July 27, 2022 meeting due to no applications

Diversity Council

The council will review May 2022 meeting minutes and discuss several ongoing initiatives. Topics include the West End Association Rockwell Park, Youth Coalition, Impact Avenues, Farmers Market, and the 2023 Cultural Festival. New business includes recruitment efforts and a community conversation scheduled for August 3rd.

• West End Association Rockwell Park initiative
• Youth Coalition and Impact Avenues initiatives
• Farmers Market and 2023 Cultural Festival updates
• Community Conversation on August 3rd
• Development of a Comprehensive Resource List

The Diversity Council voted to postpone the Cultural Festival 2023 due to funding and time constraints. New members Raynardo Ortiz and Desira Nichole Powell were introduced, and Raynardo Ortiz was elected Vice-Chair. The council also discussed upcoming events, including a booth at the West End Association Rockwell Park festival and Farmers Market dates.

• Postponed Cultural Festival 2023 (motion passed)
• Elected Raynardo Ortiz as Vice-Chair (all in favor)
• Approved May 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Bristol City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input regarding proposed changes to the City Charter. These proposals are based on the Charter Revision Commission Draft Report.

• Changing the Mayor's term from two years to four years
• Increasing City Council and Board of Finance membership through multi-party representation
• Expanding types and penalties for misconduct by elected or appointed officials
• Changing the process for creating council districts

The Bristol City Council held a public hearing to receive input on proposed charter changes from the Charter Revision Commission Draft Report, including increasing council and board of finance membership, extending the mayor's term to four years, expanding misconduct penalties, and changing council district creation process. One resident spoke in favor of a four-year mayoral term. The hearing was closed unanimously at 7:13 p.m. No final decisions were made on the charter changes.

• Closed public hearing on proposed charter changes (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review several departmental budget transfers and appropriations. The agenda also includes a budget update from the Board of Education and a discussion regarding a request from the Cemetery Commission.

• $3,116,522 additional appropriation for School Readiness operating budget
• $270,838 additional appropriation for PRYCS Special Grants and Donations Fund
• $75,000 transfer within the Community Development Block Grant
• $29,864 reduction to the CDBG budget appropriation
• Board of Education budget update

The Board of Finance approved the consent agenda, which included several budget transfers and appropriations, and recommended them to a Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance. They also reduced the CDBG budget by $29,864, accepted committee reports, and tabled a Cemetery Commission request. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda with multiple appropriations and transfers (voice vote, no opposition)
• Reduced CDBG budget appropriation by $29,864 (voice vote, no opposition; Burns abstained)
• Accepted indemnification contract language within DebtBook contract (voice vote, no opposition)
• Accepted Banking & Audit Committee minutes and placed on file (voice vote, no opposition)
• Accepted Purchasing Committee minutes and placed on file (voice vote, no opposition)
• Tabled Cemetery Commission request (voice vote, no opposition)

City Council

The City Council will consider several proposed amendments to the City Charter based on a report from the Charter Revision Commission. These proposals include changing the number of members on the City Council and Board of Finance, as well as the length of the Mayor's term. The council will also consider authorization for the "Moving to Work" program.

• Increasing City Council membership from two to three members per district
• Increasing Board of Finance membership from eight to eleven members
• Increasing the Mayor's term from two to four years
• Expanding types of punishable misconduct for officials and penalties
• Authorizing certification for the "Moving to Work" program

The Bristol City Council voted to reject a proposal to expand the City Council from two to three members per district and the Board of Finance from eight to eleven members, recommending the Charter Revision Commission remove it from their final report. The council approved including a proposal to increase the mayor's term from two to four years in the Charter Revision Commission's final report, along with proposals on misconduct penalties, redistricting process, and technical charter changes. The council also unanimously authorized the mayor to execute a certification for the Moving to Work program.

• Authorized mayor to execute Certification of Consistency for Moving to Work program (unanimous)
• Rejected increasing City Council to 3 members/district and Board of Finance to 11 members (6-1, Thibeault no)
• Approved 4-year mayor term for Charter Revision Commission final report (unanimous)
• Approved expanding misconduct penalties for officials for final report (unanimous)
• Approved changing district creation process to Registrars of Voters for final report (unanimous)
• Approved technical charter capitalization/terminology changes for final report (6-1, Mayor no)

Transportation Commission

The Bristol Transportation Commission will review meeting minutes and discuss ongoing projects, including the Rt-229 corridor study. The commission will also address new business regarding a transportation forum in October and a new commuter lot at the I-84 entrance.

• Rt-229 corridor study
• Construction near city hall and bus-stop locations
• New commuter lot at I-84 entrance
• October transportation forum
• Senior Transportation discussion

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has scheduled an on-site review for Application #1968. The inspection will take place at the Shrub Road Open Space/Barnes Nature Center.

• On-site inspection for Application #1968 at Shrub Road Open Space/Barnes Nature Center

The minutes record that the Inland Wetlands Commission scheduled an on-site review for application #1968 at Shrub Road Open Space/Barnes Nature Center on July 25, 2022, at 5:30 P.M. However, the July 25 on-site review was cancelled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Scheduled on-site review for App. #1968 at Shrub Road Open Space/Barnes Nature Center (July 25, 2022, 5:30 P.M.)
• Cancelled the July 25, 2022 on-site review

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Bristol Planning Commission scheduled for Monday, July 25, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Monday, August 22, 2022.

• Cancellation of the July 25, 2022, Planning Commission meeting

The regular meeting of the Bristol Planning Commission scheduled for July 25, 2022 was cancelled. No decisions were made. The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2022.

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will continue public hearings regarding applications from Laurel Meadows, LLC. These items involve a special permit and site plan for an 85-unit elderly housing development at 560, 594, and 644 Redstone Hill Road.

• Continued public hearing for 85-unit elderly housing special permit
• Continued public hearing for 85-unit elderly housing site plan
• Approval of June 20, 2022 minutes

The Bristol Zoning Commission held a special meeting to review two applications for an 85-unit elderly housing development at Redstone Hill Road, but took no final action. The commission voted unanimously to grant a 21-day extension, continuing the public hearings to August 15, 2022. The applicant reduced the unit count to 84 and addressed staff comments on parking, lighting, and drainage, but the commission awaits a report from the IWWC before voting.

• Approved minutes of June 20, 2022 special meeting (5-0)
• Granted 21-day extension for Applications #2434 and #2435, continuing hearings to Aug. 15, 2022 (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review division reports, project schedules, and the City Hall renovation update. New business items include updates on the Meadow and Kelly Street Parking Garage and recycling costs. The board will also address a new policy for vegetation restoration in city rights-of-way.

• Meadow and Kelly Street Parking Garage update
• Restoration of Vegetation City Right of Way Policy
• DPW Recycling Cost Update
• Real Estate Committee Referral for Eugene Ave
• City Hall Renovation Project update

The Board of Public Works accepted several reports and updates, including the July 2022 Division Head Reports, the June 2022 Project Schedule, and the Director's Report. They also discussed zoning regulation updates, the City Hall renovation project, and a sidewalk policy for Shrub Road, but no final decisions were made on these items.

• Accepted June 16, 2022 meeting minutes as presented
• Accepted July 2022 Division Head Reports as presented
• Accepted June 2022 Project Schedule as presented
• Accepted Director's Report for July 2022 as presented
• Accepted June 2022 Building Committee list as presented
• Accepted Restoration of Vegetation City Right of Way Policy as presented
• Accepted DPW recycling cost update as presented
• Accepted DPW paving update as presented

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will review updates from Public Facilities & Energy Manager Dave Oakes. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding next steps for the Energy Plan and the approval of June 16, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Approval of June 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Updates from Public Facilities & Energy Manager Dave Oakes
• Discussion on next steps for the Energy Plan

The Bristol Energy Commission held a regular meeting with no public participation. They approved the minutes from June 16, 2022, and received updates from Facilities Manager Dave Oakes on various projects, including rebidding for Fire #2 and #5 upgrades, an ongoing animal control facility study, and a pending solar application for Beals Center. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from June 16, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Purchasing Committee will discuss materials and services that may impact the FY2022-2023 budget or delivery constraints. Discussion topics include fuels, snow plowing, and treated road salt. The committee will also discuss equipment for City Hall renovations.

• Fuels
• Snow plowing services
• Treated road salt
• Equipment for City Hall Renovations

The Purchasing Committee discussed significant cost increases for fuel and road salt, with estimated budget impacts of $262,500 for the City and $442,500 for the Board of Education due to fuel, and $153,720 for snow removal due to salt price increases. No formal actions were taken on these items, but the committee approved a schedule for future meetings through January 2023.

• Approved meeting schedule for third Thursdays through January 2023 (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee is meeting to discuss properties of interest or concern. The agenda includes reviewing new business items and continuing discussions on several old business items.

• Discussion of 46 Madison Drive and 381 Waterbury Road
• New business regarding 10 Summer Street and 369 Park Street
• Review of old business for various addresses including 24 Summit Street and 81 N. Main Street

The Code Enforcement Committee unanimously approved the June 1, 2022 minutes and voted to recommend a tax freeze on properties at 46 Madison Drive and 381 Waterbury Rd., referring the matter to the City Council. No public participation was held. The meeting included updates on ongoing code enforcement cases, with several properties under active violation or condemnation orders.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to recommend tax freeze on 46 Madison Drive and 381 Waterbury Rd. (unanimous, referred to City Council)

Board of Finance

The Banking & Audit Committee of the Bristol Board of Finance is meeting to discuss the June 30, 2022 audit with CLA. The committee may take action following this discussion.

• Discussion of the June 30, 2022 audit with CLA

The Banking & Audit Committee met to discuss the June 30, 2022 audit with CLA. They reviewed the audit process and the new GASB leasing requirement. Diane Waldron recommended the City use DebtBook software to manage lease data, costing less than $10,000 annually, and the committee discussed approving a work order for it. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Discussed June 30, 2022 audit with CLA, no action taken
• Recommended DebtBook software for lease reporting, no formal vote
• Adjourned at 9:31 a.m.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board will consider several park-related proposals, including paving Veterans Memorial Boulevard and painting new bike lanes. Members will also review a referral for the acquisition of property on Perkins Street and discuss requests regarding equipment at Rockwell Park.

• Referral to Real Estate for acquisition of Schaffrick Property (Map 60, Lots #11 & 12-5) on Perkins Street
• Proposal from DPW to pave Veterans Memorial Boulevard and paint bike lanes
• Request by American Legion Post #209 to install a historic bell in Quinlin Park
• Proposal to remove old parafitness equipment at Rockwell and install new equipment
• Review of the preliminary draft for Pigeon Hill Preserve MOU

The Board of Park Commissioners approved installing a historic bell as a monument at Quinlan Park, contingent on a meeting with the Veterans Council. They also referred the Schaffrick Property acquisition to the Real Estate Committee, approved holiday inflatables at Page Pool, and approved removing old parafitness equipment at Rockwell. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved historic bell monument at Quinlan Park, conditioned on meeting with Veterans Council (all in favor)
• Referred Schaffrick Property acquisition (Map 60, Lots #11 & 12-5) to Real Estate Committee (all in favor)
• Approved holiday inflatables at Page Pool (all in favor)
• Approved removal of old parafitness equipment at Rockwell and installation of new equipment (all in favor)
• Approved DPW proposal to pave Veterans Memorial Boulevard and paint bike lanes, referred to Board of Public Works (all in favor)
• Approved Bristol Blues 2022 Fireworks Schedule (all in favor)
• Approved not re-installing poles/wires on Veterans Memorial Boulevard and referred Banner program to Policy Committee (all in favor)
• Placed Forestville Village Association letter and signatures on file (all in favor)

Freedom of Information Advisory Board

The Freedom of Information Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in the document.

Real Estate Committee

The committee will discuss the current status of several real estate holdings in Bristol. This includes updates on properties located on Eugene Avenue, School Street, Marconi Avenue, Kilmartin Road, and Waterbury Road. The meeting also involves approving minutes from June 21, 2022.

• Status update for 153/58 Eugene Avenue
• Status update for 153 School Street
• Status update for Lots #9, 10, 11, & 12 Marconi Avenue
• Status update for Lot #102 and #106 Kilmartin Road
• Status update for Lot #12 Waterbury Road

The Bristol Real Estate Committee approved a new six-month listing agreement with Bottom Line Realty for Lot #12 Waterbury Road, reducing the asking price from $34,900 to $24,900. No other substantive actions were taken; several property items were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved new 6-month listing with Bottom Line Realty for Lot #12 Waterbury Road, price reduced to $24,900 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (3-0)

Sewer Commissioners

The Board will meet to approve minutes from the June 23, 2022 Special Meeting. The agenda also includes an on-call engineering RFQ and a Superintendent’s Report.

• Approval of June 23, 2022 Special Board Meeting minutes
• On-call Engineering Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
• Superintendent's Report

The Board of Sewer Commissioners held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. The only action taken was approving the minutes from the June 23, 2022 special meeting, with one abstention. All other agenda items were noted as having no action taken.

• Approved June 23, 2022 special meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Water Commissioners

The July 19 meeting consists primarily of procedural business, including the approval of minutes and department reports. The board will also discuss an on-call engineering RFQ and recent activity reports.

• On-call Engineering RFQ
• Review of June 2022 Department Reports
• Weston & Sampson Engineering activity report

The Board of Water Commissioners held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond routine approvals. The board approved the minutes from the June 23, 2022 special meeting and the June 2022 department reports, both by roll call votes. No public participation, customer correspondence, or committee reports were presented, and no action was taken on engineering, investments, or other agenda items.

• Approved June 23, 2022 special meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved June 2022 department reports (5-0)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners reviewed monthly reports regarding traffic, arrests, and department accounts. The board approved an appropriation request for the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation Grant and accepted the retirement of Lieutenant Ken Gallup.

• Appropriation request for the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation Grant
• Retirement of Lieutenant Ken Gallup effective June 1, 2022
• Patrol & Traffic overtime expenditure is $483,755.60 over budget
• Life Saving Awards presented to Officer Groman and Detective Pratt

The Board of Police Commissioners approved routine items including minutes, monthly reports, and an awards committee report. It unanimously accepted and forwarded a Main Street Community Foundation grant appropriation request to the Board of Finance, and accepted Detective Sergeant Scott Thomas's retirement request effective August 16, 2022. Officer Boisvert received the Life Saving Award and Officer of the Month for May 2022.

• Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2022 special meeting minutes (passed, Rosado abstained)
• Placed year-to-date accounts report on file (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports A-M and placed on file (unanimous)
• Placed traffic report on file (unanimous)
• Approved July Awards Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and forwarded Main Street Community Foundation grant appropriation request to Board of Finance (unanimous)
• Accepted Detective Sergeant Scott Thomas retirement request effective Aug 16, 2022 and forwarded to Retirement Board (unanimous)

Real Estate Committee

The Real Estate Committee is holding a public hearing regarding the sale or lease of city-owned land. Interested parties are invited to speak for or against the proposed sale of Revised Lot #8, located in the Southeast Bristol Business Park.

• Sale of Revised Lot #8 in Southeast Bristol Business Park

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission discussed a plan to meet with the Board of Finance on July 26, 2022. The commission intends to request funds for stabilization and cleaning of Bristol’s Civil War Monument.

• $27,950 for stabilization and removal of the eagle without replication
• $2,900 for monument cleaning plus the cost of a lift
• Potential $300 to $800 cost for a lift if not provided by the city

The Cemetery Commission voted unanimously to request $31,650 from the Board of Finance at its July 26, 2022 meeting to fund restoration of Bristol's Civil War Monument. The amount covers eagle stabilization and removal ($27,950), monument cleaning ($2,900), and lift rental ($800). The Commission will seek a detailed cost breakdown from Matt Warshauer and a comparative cost from East Hartford before the request.

• Approved motion to solicit $31,650 from Board of Finance for Civil War Monument restoration (unanimous)
• Commission to request detailed cost breakdown from Matt Warshauer before July 26 Board of Finance meeting
• Commission to request comparative cost from East Hartford monument restoration

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission is reviewing several new applications for site plans and special permits. These include proposals for a medical office building, an ATV sales facility, and a municipal parking lot. The commission will also discuss potential development options for Center Street.

• Medical office building and separate parking at 1 Hope Street (Wheeler Clinic, Inc.)
• ATV sale or service site plan at 398 Broad Street (406 Broad Street, LLC)
• Earth materials removal permit near Barlow Street and Farrell Avenue
• Municipal parking facility at 111 North Main Street (Department of Public Works)
• Motor vehicle parking at 18 Main Street (D’Amato Realty, LLC)

The Bristol Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on July 18, 2022, and approved the minutes from May 16, 2022. The commission scheduled eight applications for public hearings at upcoming meetings, including special permits and site plans for a medical office, ATV sales, earth materials processing, a municipal parking facility, and vehicle parking. No public hearings were held, and no old business was discussed.

• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled Applications #2437 and #2438 (Wheeler Clinic medical office and parking) for public hearing on August 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled Applications #2439 and #2440 (ATV sales at 398 Broad St.) for public hearing on August 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled Application #2441 (earth materials processing) for public hearing on August 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled Application #2442 (municipal parking facility at 111 North Main St.) for public hearing on August 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Scheduled Applications #2443 and #2444 (vehicle parking at 18 Main St.) for public hearing on September 19, 2022 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications during this special meeting. This includes a site plan for Terryville Road and final approval for Phase 1 of the Redstone Hill Road subdivision. The commission will also conduct statutory reviews for properties on North Main Street, Business Park Drive, and Eugene Avenue.

• Site plan for landscape and building services at Lot 7-1 Terryville Road
• Final approval request for an 18-lot subdivision at 505-545 Redstone Hill Road
• Street acceptance memo for Bristol Crossing Subdivision Phase 2
• Conn. General Statute 8-24 reviews for North Main Street, Business Park Drive, and Eugene Avenue
• Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan Year 48

The Bristol Planning Commission approved positive referrals for an Eversource easement at City Hall and a lot line amendment on Business Park Drive, both consistent with the 2015 Plan of Conservation and Development. It also accepted the CDBG Annual Action Plan Year 48, approved final subdivision approval for Phase 1 of Blossom Estates with a $10,000 sidewalk bond, and tabled the Eugene Avenue property sale and Bristol Crossing street acceptance items.

• Approved positive referral for Eversource easement at 111 North Main Street (5-0)
• Approved positive referral for Business Park Drive lot line amendment (5-0)
• Tabled Eugene Avenue property sale referral
• Accepted CDBG Annual Action Plan Year 48 (5-0)
• Tabled Bristol Crossing street acceptance to August 22, 2022
• Approved final subdivision approval for Phase 1 of Blossom Estates with $10,000 sidewalk bond (5-0)

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board will review meeting minutes and the June 2022 Treasurer’s Report. The board is considering retirement requests for five employees from various city departments. Additionally, members will discuss investment manager contracts and an update on custodial services.

• Approval of retirement requests for five employees, including Michael Brasche ($70,731.71 annually)
• Review of the June 2022 Treasurer’s Report
• Update regarding a Request for Proposal (RFP) for custodial services
• Discussion on investment manager contracts and fees

The board approved a proposal from Beirne Wealth Consulting to reallocate $78.6 million from public equity into multi-credit, differentiated return streams, and private equity funds. It also approved five normal retirement pensions and accepted the June 2022 Treasurer's Report. Discussions on custodial services RFP and investment manager contracts were held without action.

• Approved $78.6M reallocation from Public Equity to Multi-Credit ($68M), Differentiated Return Stream ($6M), and Private Equity ($4.6M) (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for Michael Brasche with annual pension of $70,731.71 (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for Susan Couture with annual pension of $30,296.28 (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for James Howard with annual pension of $49,808.92 (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for Betty Hussey with annual pension of $16,851.78 (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement for Kathleen Martin with annual pension of $45,995.60 (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2022 Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 9 and June 22 meetings (unanimous)

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The joint meeting approved a consent calendar with eight items, including several appropriations and transfers, and separately approved additional appropriations for sewer projects and a $972,500 appropriation for COVID recovery projects. All votes were unanimous. The meeting was briefly recessed due to a medical emergency during the comptroller's report.

• Approved minutes of June 14 and June 28 joint meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted consent calendar with 8 items (unanimous)
• Approved $200 CERT donation appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved $384.34 Drug Free Communities grant appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation grant for police (unanimous)
• Approved $57,275 Dial-A-Ride grant appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved $88,265 Public Works budget transfers (unanimous)
• Approved $972,500 Coronavirus Recovery Fund appropriation (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several contract amendments and new service agreements, including dog licensing software and an annual audit. The council will also consider real estate actions involving foreclosure and property sales. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on applying for a state grant of up to $30 million.

• Application for up to $30 million Community Investment Fund 2030 grant
• Contract amendment with D'Amato Downes Joint Venture for $45,286.62
• Dog licensing software contract with Cott Systems, Inc. for $2,955
• Acceptance of $2,052 grant for early childhood teacher voice amplifiers
• Real estate actions regarding Lot #68 and Eugene Avenue property

The Bristol City Council approved a $30 million Community Investment Fund 2030 grant application (with one no vote), adopted the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan for a $633,730 HUD CDBG allocation, and approved two workers' compensation settlements totaling $290,000. The council also approved several contracts, including a $45,286.62 amendment, and made numerous board appointments.

• Approved $30M Community Investment Fund 2030 grant application (5-1, Panioto recused)
• Adopted 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan with $633,730 HUD allocation (4-0, Tyler and Panioto recused)
• Approved $25,000 settlement in John Quilter workers' comp case (unanimous)
• Approved $265,000 settlement in Michael Brasche workers' comp case (unanimous)
• Approved $45,286.62 contract amendment with D'Amato Downes Joint Venture (unanimous)
• Approved $2,955 dog licensing software contract with Cott Systems (unanimous)
• Approved foreclosure action on 153 School Street LLC property (unanimous)
• Approved station support dog program SOP (unanimous)

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force meeting includes a discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 20, 2022, meeting.

• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC
• Approval of June 20, 2022, minutes

The Bristol ARPA Task Force met and discussed several items, including a request from Bristol Health for additional funding for generator replacement, a proposal from the Community Health Center for a homeless healthcare program, and the Shrub Road sidewalk project. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes from June 20, 2022 meeting
• Discussed Bristol Health's request for generator funding, with a funding gap of nearly $1 million
• Discussed Community Health Center's $240,000 proposal for homeless healthcare program
• Discussed Shrub Road sidewalk project estimated at $1.2 million

Library Board of Directors

The Bristol Library Board of Directors will review committee reports and approve minutes from the June 6, 2022 meeting. The Finance Committee is scheduled to vote on whether to accept or reinvest quarterly distributions from the Main Street Community Foundation.

• Vote to accept or reinvest quarterly distributions from Main Street Community Foundation
• Approval of June 6, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Library Directors voted to accept quarterly distributions from the Main Street Community Foundation totaling $34,525.10, with one abstention. The board also approved the minutes from the June 6, 2022 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on statistics, budget, and staffing.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022 regular meeting
• Accepted $1,137.50 Bristol Libraries Fund distribution (all in favor, one abstention)
• Accepted $7,645.00 Samuel Goodsell distribution (all in favor, one abstention)
• Accepted $25,742.50 Manross Memorial Fund distribution (all in favor, one abstention)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board is considering the promotion of four firefighters to the rank of Lieutenant. Additionally, the Board reviewed a Standard Operating Procedure for a Station Support Dog program designed to provide comfort during traumatic events.

• Promotion of Adam Hayes, Brian Plourde, John Biskupski, and Derek Freimuth to Lieutenant
• Approval of the Station Support Dog (SSD) program Standard Operating Procedure
• Forwarding the SSD program SOP to City Council

The Board of Fire Commissioners promoted four firefighters to lieutenant and unanimously approved a standard operating procedure for the Station Support Dog Program, forwarding it to the City Council. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Promoted Adam Hayes, Brian Plourde, John Biskupski, and Derek Freimuth to lieutenant
• Approved SOP for Station Support Dog Program and forwarded to City Council (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The commission will discuss lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas and vandalism at Downs cemetery. Commissioners are also planning lantern tours at West Cemetery and Wreaths Across America at Lewis Street Cemetery. Discussions include monument conservation and new software for North Cemetery.

• Lantern tours at West Cemetery on Sept 30, Oct 1, 8, and 9
• Civil War Monument conservation in West Cemetery
• Vandalism at Downs cemetery
• Lawn maintenance for four historic grave areas
• Software development for locating gravestones at North Cemetery

The Bristol Cemetery Commission voted unanimously to begin the application process to place West Cemetery on the State Historic Register. The commission also discussed plans for Lantern Tours at West Cemetery, reviewed repair quotes for vandalism at Downs Cemetery, and noted no updates on several ongoing items.

• Approved June 13, 2022 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved beginning application for West Cemetery State Historic Register (unanimous)
• Discussed Lantern Tours at West Cemetery with reserved dates Sept 30, Oct 1, 8, 9
• Reviewed quotes for Downs Cemetery fence repair ($1,250) and stone repair ($12,750); damage not covered by city insurance

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission will receive an update on the Pigeon Hill Property. The Inland Wetlands Commission will hold public hearings regarding 85 units of elderly housing at Redstone Hill Road, river regrading at Rockwell Park, and bridge replacement on Jerome Avenue. The commission will also review several new applications for residential pools and commercial buildings.

• Wetlands application for 85 elderly housing units at Redstone Hill Road
• River regrading and floodplain mitigation at Rockwell Park
• Replacement of bridge No. 04091 at Jerome Avenue over Freeman Hill Brook
• New wetlands applications for commercial buildings on Terryville Road
• Boundary change application at Lot 13 Village Street

The Bristol Inland Wetlands Commission approved a wetland boundary change (Application #1981) and a single-family home application (Application #1982) at Lot 13 Village Street, with the boundary change effective August 1, 2022. The commission also approved several non-significant wetland activities, including a new garage at 85 Buckley Avenue, a retaining wall/pool/deck at 177 Corbin Ridge, an in-ground pool at 29 Woodside Way, and an in-ground pool at 62 Litchfield Lane. A public hearing for the Laurel Meadows elderly housing application (#1975) was continued to August 1, and hearings for Rockwell Park river regrading and floodplain applications were postponed to August 1. The commission accepted the Chippanee Golf Club maintenance plan and closed the related enforcement order.

• Approved wetland boundary change at Lot 13 Village Street (Application #1981) (7-0)
• Approved single-family home at Lot 13 Village Street (Application #1982) with stipulations (7-0)
• Continued Laurel Meadows elderly housing hearing (Application #1975) to August 1 (7-0)
• Postponed Rockwell Park river regrading hearing (Application #1983) to August 1 (7-0)
• Postponed Rockwell Park floodplain hearing (Application #22-462F-281) to August 1 (7-0)
• Approved new garage at 85 Buckley Avenue (Application #1986) as non-significant (7-0)
• Approved retaining wall, pool, and deck at 177 Corbin Ridge (Application #1989) with stipulations (7-0)
• Approved in-ground pool at 29 Woodside Way (Application #1990) with stipulation to replace conservation marker (7-0)

Economic and Community Development

The commission will review updates regarding Centre Square, the J.H. Sessions Building, and the American Rescue Plan Act. A vote is scheduled to approve the CDBG Year 47 Annual Action Plan for submission to City Council. The meeting also includes discussions on budget transfers and grant applications.

• Approval of CDBG Year 47 Annual Action Plan
• Updates on Centre Square, ARPA, and J.H. Sessions Building
• Review of budget transfers and Community Investment Fund (CIF)
• Executive session regarding Downtown and Economic Development grant applications

The Economic and Community Development Board approved filing a Community Investment Fund application for up to $30 million for a combined Rt. 72 corridor project, passing 4-2. The board also approved a $75,000 budget transfer to replenish small business grant programs, approved the CDBG Year 47 Annual Action Plan, and approved a grant for Platinum Car Wash while tabling one for M & M Pallet.

• Approved filing CIF application up to $30M (4-2)
• Approved $50,000 transfer to Small Business Grant and $25,000 to Manufacturing Technical Assistance (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG Year 47 Annual Action Plan for submission to HUD (unanimous)
• Approved grant for Platinum Car Wash (unanimous)
• Tabled grant for M & M Pallet (unanimous)
• Accepted June 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Consent Agenda items A and B (unanimous)

City Arts & Culture Commission

The City Arts & Culture Commission will vote on a new Chair and decide whether to host a Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 event. The commission is reviewing FY23 budget recommendations for projects, maintenance, and community sponsorships. Discussion also includes the removal of temporary time frames and placing trash cans in parks.

• Vote on new Chair position
• $10,000 budget recommendation for projects like sculptures and plaques
• $3,000 budget recommendation for maintenance including Main St sealing
• Vote to hold Hispanic Heritage Month 2022 event
• Plan to place trash cans in parks during July

The City Arts & Culture Commission elected Walter Lewandoski as the new Chair and approved holding the 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Event with a $1,000 budget. The commission also accepted the June 1, 2022 meeting minutes and discussed various updates, including park trash cans, a weathered traffic box, and a potential sculpture partnership.

• Elected Walter Lewandoski as Commission Chair (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Event with $1k budget (unanimous)
• Accepted June 1, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Ordinance Committee

The Bristol Ordinance Committee is meeting to address items of old business. The agenda includes discussions regarding Peddler’s Licenses, Sections 17-33 and 17-34, and air quality issues.

• Approval of June 7, 2022 minutes
• Peddler’s Licenses, Sec. 17-33 and 17-34
• Air quality issues

The Ordinance Committee tabled action on peddler's license fees after reviewing fee structures from other Connecticut towns, with members favoring a tiered fee schedule for residents, non-residents, and events. No action was taken on air quality updates. The committee discussed but did not act on senior housing in R10-R15 zones, noting it falls under Zoning Commission authority, and panhandling, which is protected by the First Amendment.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled peddler's license fee structure review
• No action on air quality update
• No action on senior housing in R10-R15 zones (Zoning Commission authority)
• No action on panhandling ordinance (First Amendment issue)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding variance requests for a medical office building at 1 Hope Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 7, 2022 meeting and conduct an election of officers.

• Variance request for a medical office building at 1 Hope Street
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Election of officers

The Bristol Zoning Board of Appeals approved Application #3788, granting three variances for a medical office building at 1 Hope Street, Map 30, Lot 4, in the BD-1 zone. The variances cover building fenestration, frontage-lot ratio, and build-to-line requirements, with the applicant citing hardships from the property's shape, curvature, and underground conduit. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The board also approved the June 7, 2022 minutes and deferred officer elections to the August meeting due to a member's absence.

• Approved three variances for medical office building at 1 Hope Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)
• Deferred election of officers to August meeting due to member absence

HIV/AIDS Task Force

The task force is planning for an August 20, 2022 event at Rockwell Park and discussing a potential presence at Cambridge Park on August 19. Members are also addressing the resignation of Christina Cipriani and the need for an acting Chair. The agenda includes updates on brochure printing and community agency news.

• Planning for August 20, 2022 event at Rockwell Park
• Discussion regarding a table for Cambridge Park event on August 19
• Resignation of Christina Cipriani and need for an acting Chair
• Update on Task Force brochure printing

The meeting was largely procedural, covering event planning, an outdated brochure, and a chair vacancy. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes, and the only substantive item was a discussion of a $1500 grant application at a special meeting, with no outcome noted.

• Approved May 26, 2022 minutes
• Discussed $1500 grant application for Clinton Roberts Foundation (no vote outcome recorded)
• Noted resignation of Christina Cipriani; discussed need for acting chair

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review several fund transfers and additional appropriations. This includes a large appropriation for the Coronavirus Recovery Fund and updates regarding Water & Sewer and School Readiness. The board will also receive a budget update from the Board of Education.

• $972,500 appropriation within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund
• Water & Sewer appropriations totaling $260,000 and a bid waiver to Ovivo USA
• School Readiness appropriations totaling $100,990
• Public Works budget transfer of $88,265
• Board of Education budget update regarding financials, SPED, and cafe

The Board of Finance approved a consent agenda with multiple appropriations and transfers, and separately approved sewer fund appropriations, a bid waiver, and a transfer. It also approved a $972,500 appropriation from the Coronavirus Recovery Fund for ARPA projects. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda with multiple appropriations and transfers (unanimous)
• Approved $225,000 appropriation for sewer tank rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver to Ovivo USA for clarifier project (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 transfer for secondary clarifier drive unit replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 appropriation for Headworks Roof Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $972,500 appropriation from Coronavirus Recovery Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted revisions to Purchasing guidelines (unanimous)
• Accepted Purchasing Committee minutes and placed on file (unanimous)

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The Bristol City Council and Board of Finance will hold a special joint meeting on June 28, 2022. The session includes an additional appropriation within the School Readiness operating budget.

• $79,737 appropriation for the School Readiness operating budget

The City Council and Board of Finance held a special joint meeting and unanimously approved an additional appropriation of $79,737 within the School Readiness operating budget. The meeting then adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $79,737 additional appropriation for School Readiness operating budget (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Bristol Planning Commission scheduled for June 27, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 25, 2022.

The regular meeting of the Bristol Planning Commission scheduled for June 27, 2022 was cancelled. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2022.

Opioid Task Force

The task force heard updates on the COBRA-Bristol Police partnership, including 4 referrals and Narcan statistics showing 19 overdoses from January to April 2022. They discussed 2022 data on overdoses and deaths, including 8 Xylazine-involved overdoses with 4 deaths. No formal votes were taken; the group approved the April 2021 minutes and scheduled the next meeting for September 19.

• Approved April 2021 minutes (all in favor)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 19, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss a water main extension application for Phase IV of Gino Drive by Trademark Acquisitions LLC. The meeting also includes reviews of customer correspondence regarding properties on Jerome Avenue and Church Avenue.

• Water Main Extension Application — Phase IV Gino Drive (Trademark Acquisitions LLC)
• Review of customer correspondence for 441 Jerome Avenue
• Review of customer correspondence for 120 Church Avenue
• Approval of May 2022 Department Reports

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss a water main extension application for Phase IV of Gino Drive involving Trademark Acquisitions LLC. The meeting also includes reviewing customer correspondence regarding Jerome Avenue and 120 Church Avenue. Additionally, the board will approve May 2022 department reports.

• Water Main Extension Application — Phase IV Gino Drive (Trademark Acquisitions LLC)
• Review of customer correspondence for Jerome Avenue
• Review of customer correspondence for 120 Church Avenue
• Approval of May 2022 Department Reports

The Board of Water Commissioners approved the 2022 Timber Harvest award to Clavette Logging LLC, approved the April 2022 minutes and department reports, and denied a request from Marwood Condominium Associates for water discoloration assistance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 Department Reports (unanimous)
• Denied Marwood Condominium Associates' request for water discoloration assistance (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Timber Harvest to Clavette Logging LLC (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The General Government Retirement Board is holding a workshop on June 22, 2022. The meeting consists of presentations from four investment managers.

• Presentation by Silver Point Capital
• Presentation by Golub Capital
• Presentation by Greywolf Capital
• Presentation by Neuberger Berman

The General Government Retirement Board held a workshop on June 22, 2022, where four investment managers (Silver Point Capital, Golub Capital, Greywolf Capital, and Neuberger Berman) presented their strategies and performance. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during the meeting; it was informational only. The workshop adjourned at 4:58 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; workshop was informational only

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will hold a workshop on June 22, 2022. The meeting includes presentations from four different investment management firms.

• Presentation by Silver Point Capital
• Presentation by Golub Capital
• Presentation by Greywolf Capital
• Presentation by Neuberger Berman

The Board of Finance held a workshop on June 22, 2022, to hear presentations from four investment managers: Silver Point Capital, Golub Capital, Greywolf Capital, and Neuberger Berman. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes were made during the workshop

Historic District Commission

The Bristol Historic District Commission will continue a public hearing regarding an application for 140 Woodland Street. The request involves a driveway expansion and a rear yard patio. The commission will also review minutes from December 2021 and May 2022.

• Driveway expansion and rear yard patio at 140 Woodland Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 22, 2021, and May 25, 2022

The Bristol Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a driveway expansion and rear yard patio at 140 Woodland Street, with conditions. The public hearing was closed and the application approved unanimously (5-0). No public comment was made, and Commissioner Mike recused himself.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for driveway expansion and rear yard patio at 140 Woodland Street (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for Application 2022-05-01 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 22, 2021 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 25, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission is holding a public hearing to receive input on a proposed draft report regarding the city charter. The proposal includes increasing the City Council from six to nine members and expanding the Board of Finance. Other items under discussion involve changing the mayor's term from two to four years.

• Increase City Council from 6 to 9 members with multiparty representation
• Expand Board of Finance membership from eight to eleven members
• Change the mayor's term from two years to four years
• Shift council district creation from the Commission to the registrars of voters
• Expand types and penalties for misconduct by elected or appointed officials

The Bristol Charter Revision Commission held a public hearing on June 21, 2022, to receive comments on its proposed draft report. The proposals include increasing the city council from 6 to 9 members, expanding the board of finance, changing council district creation, expanding misconduct penalties, and extending the mayor's term to 4 years. No substantive decisions were made; the commission only adjourned after the hearing.

• Adjourned public hearing unanimously

Charter Revision Commission

The Bristol Charter Revision Commission will discuss the charter revision process and a draft report. The commission also plans to review minutes from the June 7, 2022 meeting and discuss future meeting dates.

• Approval of June 7, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the charter revision process
• Discussion of the draft report
• Discussion of meeting dates

The Charter Revision Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its June 7, 2022 meeting. It also unanimously voted to amend the draft report to include a recommendation and to revise the table of contents, changing the title of Section 9 from 'Unlawful harassment in the workplace' to 'Penalties for misconduct by elected or appointed officials.' No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Amended draft report to include a recommendation (unanimous)
• Revised table of contents: Section 9 retitled to 'Penalties for misconduct by elected or appointed officials' (unanimous)

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners is reviewing a request for an additional $225,000 to fund a tank rehabilitation project. This follows bids received that were higher than the original budget estimate. The agenda also includes the approval of May 17 meeting minutes and updates on engineering RFQs.

• Request for $225,000 additional appropriation for tank rehabilitation
• Approval of May 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• On-call Engineering RFQ review

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will review May 2022 department reports and approve the minutes from the May 17 meeting. The agenda includes a water main extension application for Phase IV of the Gino Drive project by Trademark Acquisitions LLC.

• Water Main Extension Application – Phase IV, Gino Drive (Trademark Acquisitions LLC)
• Review of May 2022 Department Reports
• On-call Engineering RFQ review
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

Real Estate Committee

The committee will review a lease renewal for Bristol Hospital, Inc. — Woman Infant Child. The agenda also includes status updates on properties at School Street and Marconi Avenue.

• Lease renewal for Bristol Hospital, Inc. — Woman Infant Child
• New business regarding 153/58 Eugene Avenue
• Status updates for 153 School Street and Marconi Avenue lots
• Executive session regarding Kilmartin Road lots

The Bristol Real Estate Committee approved foreclosing on 153 School Street to clear title, and referred a one-year lease renewal with Bristol Hospital (WIC) to the City Council with a 4% increase. It also referred 153/58 Eugene Avenue to Planning, Water Board, and Public Works for review, tabled Perkins Street lots, and rejected an offer on Kilmartin Avenue lots.

• Approved foreclosure on 153 School Street (3-0)
• Referred Bristol Hospital WIC lease renewal to City Council with 4% increase (3-0)
• Referred 153/58 Eugene Avenue to Planning Commission, Water Board, and Public Works for review (3-0)
• Tabled Lots #11 & #12-5 Perkins Street (3-0)
• Tabled Lots #9, 10, 11 & 12 Marconi Avenue (3-0)
• Rejected offer on Lot #102 and Lot #106 Kilmartin Avenue (3-0)
• Tabled Lot #12 Waterbury Road (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 (3-0)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will review various monthly police department reports, including traffic enforcement, narcotics, and juvenile arrests. The meeting also includes a Board of Finance request and a revised retirement date request from Chief Gould.

• Approval of monthly police reports (Traffic, Narcotics, Juvenile Arrests)
• Board of Finance Request from Chief Gould
• Request for retirement with a revised date from Chief Gould
• Presentation of awards

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved routine items including minutes, monthly reports, and an awards committee report. It also voted to forward a grant appropriation request to the Board of Finance and accepted a retirement request for Lieutenant Ken Gallup, effective June 1, 2022. No public participation or correspondence was recorded.

• Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)
• Placed report of accounts year to date on file (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports A-N and placed on file (unanimous)
• Placed traffic report on file (unanimous)
• Approved June awards committee minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and forwarded Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation grant request to Board of Finance (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement request for Lieutenant Ken Gallup effective June 1, 2022, forwarded to Retirement Board (unanimous)

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will meet to discuss development infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes a discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC and the approval of minutes from June 6, 2022.

• Discussion with UHY Advisors N.E. LLC
• Discussion regarding Development Infrastructure projects
• Approval of June 6, 2022 minutes

The Task Force approved $800,000 in additional ARPA funds for downtown infrastructure projects, including transformer relocation, a retaining wall, Main Street streetscape, and bus stop relocation. It also approved $22,500 for a public fire hydrant for the Starbucks/Chipotle project and $150,000 for the UHY contract. Minutes from June 6, 2022, were approved.

• Approved $800,000 for downtown infrastructure projects (motion by Sadecki, seconded by Dumas)
• Approved $22,500 for public fire hydrant for Starbucks/Chipotle project (motion by O'Brien, seconded by Smith)
• Approved $150,000 for UHY contract (motion by Goldwasser, seconded by Dumas)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2022 (motion by Goldwasser, seconded by Schmelder)

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold continued public hearings regarding a special permit and site plan for elderly housing. The proposed project is located at 560, 594, and 644 Redstone Hill Road. These items are continuations from the May 16, 2022 meeting.

• Special Permit for elderly housing at 560, 594 & 644 Redstone Hill Road (Application #2434)
• Site Plan for elderly housing at 560, 594 & 644 Redstone Hill Road (Application #2435)
• Approval of May 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Bristol Zoning Commission voted to continue public hearings for Applications #2434 and #2435, which seek a special permit and site plan approval for an 85-unit elderly housing development at 560, 594, and 644 Redstone Hill Road, to a special meeting on July 25, 2022. The continuance was granted because the applicant is awaiting action from the Inland Wetlands Commission and plans to submit revised plans. The commission also tabled approval of the May 16, 2022 minutes to the July 18 regular meeting. No final decisions were made on the applications.

• Continued public hearings for Applications #2434 and #2435 to July 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled approval of May 16, 2022 minutes to July 18, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned at 7:30 P.M. (5-0)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board met to approve meeting minutes and various monthly reports from fire divisions. These records detail call volumes, equipment repairs, and station maintenance. The documents also include the retirement announcement of Captain Jeff Neumann.

• Approval of May 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of monthly and annual reports
• Report of Engine 4 accident on Middle St.
• Announcement of Captain Jeff Neumann's retirement
• Planned electrical and A/C upgrades for Station 2

The Board of Fire Commissioners held a brief regular meeting, approving the May 26, 2022 minutes, monthly reports, the chief's report, and a Board of Finance request, all unanimously. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned in one minute.

• Approved May 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved chief's monthly report and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved Board of Finance request and forwarded to Board of Finance (unanimous)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will review minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes a project update and a discussion regarding a donation to the Foot Clinic and Dental Clinic.

• Donation to Foot Clinic & Dental Clinic
• Project Update
• Monthly statistical report

The Commission on Aging approved $5,000 for the Foot Clinic and $3,000 for the Dental Clinic this year. Members also accepted the May 19 minutes and noted Jack O'Dell's appointment to the commission. No public participation or correspondence was recorded.

• Approved $5,000 donation to Foot Clinic
• Approved $3,000 donation to Dental Clinic
• Accepted May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review division reports and updates on the City Hall Renovation Project. The agenda includes discussions regarding sidewalk and tree policies. New business items include memos on CT Route 229 and the LOTCIP program.

• DPW Sidewalk Policy discussion
• City Hall Renovation Project update
• DPW Tree Policy review
• CT Route 229 update
• May Board of Finance Transfer & Memo