Branford public meetings in 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission held a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes the establishment of a bond for 61 Flax Mill Road.

• Bond establishment for 61 Flax Mill Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission met for a special meeting to address a bond recommendation from the Zoning Enforcement Officer. The commission approved a bond for landscaping and erosion control at a specific property.

• Established $4,475.00 bond for landscaping and erosion control for 61 Flax Mill Rd (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners was scheduled for December 22, 2022. This meeting has been canceled.

Board of Education

The Board of Education will discuss budget priorities and receive an update on the superintendent search. The meeting also includes a first reading of Policy 5145 regarding transgender and gender non-conforming youth.

• First reading of Policy 5145 – Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth
• Superintendent’s Search Update
• Budget Priorities
• 2023 BOE Meeting Schedule

The Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the first reading of Policy 5145 regarding Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth. A proposed Net Zero Resolution was tabled for further discussion. The Board also identified four top budget priorities including emotional supports and class size.

• Approved 2023 BOE Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Policy 5145 – Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 16, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Tabled Net Zero Resolution

RTM

The RTM will consider a resolution to opt out of state-mandated accessory dwelling unit rules. The agenda also includes proposed budget transfers for Town Green improvements and the Harbor Street Culvert Project. Additionally, members will discuss reserving ARPA funds for local non-profits.

• Resolution to "opt-out" of state provisions regarding accessory dwelling units
• $700,000 appropriation for Town Green improvements
• $97,000 transfer for the Harbor Street Culvert Project
• $400,000 transfer from ARPA funds for athletic field consulting services
• Reservation of $425,000 in ARPA funds for local non-profits

The RTM voted to opt out of state mandates allowing 'as-of-right' accessory dwelling units to retain local zoning control. The body also approved several fund transfers for town green improvements, athletic field consulting, and school security upgrades.

• Approved opt-out of Public Act 21-29 regarding accessory dwelling units (unanimous roll call)
• Approved $700,000 for Town Green improvements via fund balance and STEAP grants (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 from ARPA fund balance for athletic field consulting and strategic planning (unanimous)
• Approved $97,000 from general fund balance for Harbor Street Culvert Project (unanimous)
• Approved $203,192 in BOE capital fund re-designations for security and door replacements (passed with one no vote)
• Approved reserving $425,000 of ARPA funds for pandemic-impacted non-profits (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 RTM meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Re-referred Tree Warden Ordinance and virtual meeting policy items (unanimous)

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes reports on permit activity, budget, enforcement, and lease collections.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Reports on permit activity, budget, and enforcement
• Update on lease collections

The Commission signed off on two dock projects, determining they would not adversely impact shellfish areas. A third project for a pier at 25 West Point Road was denied and will be re-presented in January 2023. The Commission also approved an $850 boat winterization invoice.

• Approved sign-off for shared residential dock at 15 & 18-19 Etzel Road (unanimous)
• Approved sign-off for structures at 53-57 Linden Avenue (unanimous)
• Denied project to replace and improve pier at 25 West Point Road
• Approved $850 invoice from Kelsey’s Boatyard for boat winterization (unanimous)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved site plan modifications for brewery tank additions at 5 Indian Neck Avenue. It also approved a residential renovation on Three Elms Road and various bond actions. Additionally, the commission held elections for its officers.

• Brewery tank building additions at 5 Indian Neck Avenue approved with conditions
• Two-family dwelling renovation at 4 Three Elms Road approved with conditions
• Bond release for 250 North Main Street approved
• Bond establishment for 168 Montowese Street approved
• Election of Planning & Zoning Commission officers

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission is holding public hearings on solar array regulations and new residential construction. The commission will also review coastal site plan modifications and property renovations. Other business includes EV charging station updates and bond releases.

• Amendments to allow large-scale ground-mounted solar arrays
• Construction of three two-family dwelling units at 94 East Main Street
• Renovation of a two-family dwelling at 4 Three Elm Road
• Addition of brewery tanks to an existing facility at 5 Indian Neck Avenue
• Modifications for FEMA compliance at 65 Sunset Beach Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on several applications, including solar array regulations and new residential construction. They will also review ongoing projects regarding brewery tanks and coastal site plan modifications. The agenda includes discussions on EV charging stations and bond releases.

• Amendments to allow large-scale ground-mounted solar arrays
• Construction of three two-family units at 94 East Main Street
• Addition of brewery tanks at 5 Indian Neck Avenue
• EV charging station modifications at 628 East Main Street
• Coastal site plan modifications for FEMA compliance

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a master plan and site plan modification for a brewery expansion at 5 Indian Neck Avenue. The board also approved a special exception and coastal site plan for a two-family dwelling renovation at 4 Three Elm Road. Several other applications were tabled or continued to January 2023.

• Approved PDD/Master Plan modification for brewery tank building at 5 Indian Neck Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved PDD Site Plan modification for brewery tank building at 5 Indian Neck Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Special Exception & Coastal Site Plan for two-family dwelling renovation at 4 Three Elm Road (unanimous)
• Approved release of bond for 250 North Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved $500.00 lighting bond and $1,500.00 supplemental bond for 168 Montowese Street (unanimous)
• Appointed Chuck Andres as Chairperson and Fred Russo as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 11-17-22 and revised minutes from 11-3-22 (unanimous)
• Tabled applications for 0 Bartholomew Road, 94 East Main Street, and 65 Sunset Beach Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission is holding public hearings via remote technology to consider several land use applications. The agenda includes proposals for new residential construction, an oversized accessory structure, and grading for a home addition.

• Construction of (3) two-family dwelling units at 94 East Main Street
• Oversized accessory structure at 0 Bartholomew Road
• Grading for a home addition

Planning & Zoning Commission

The provided text is a schedule of meeting dates for the Branford Planning and Zoning Commission for 2022. It contains only procedural meeting dates and does not include specific agenda items, proposals, or decisions.

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing several fund transfers and budget adjustments. These include funding for Town Green improvements, the Harbor Street Culvert Project, and consulting services for athletic field improvements. The committee will also discuss reserving ARPA funds to assist local non-profits.

• $700,000 increase for Town Green improvements via fund balance and state grants
• $97,000 transfer for the Harbor Street Culvert Project
• $400,000 for consulting services regarding athletic field improvements
• Reservation of $425,000 from ARPA funds to assist local non-profits
• $250.05 transfer for Pisgah Brook Preserve Improvements

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The regular meeting of the RTM Administrative Services Committee scheduled for December 6, 2022, has been cancelled.

RTM Public Services Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee for December 1, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were provided in the notice.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and the Coastal Vulnerability Working Group will discuss a presentation regarding sea level rise and its impact on the Branford coastline. The discussion includes reviewing existing resilience documents and considering how climate change may require modifications to land use practices. Members will also discuss future regulatory tools and the relationship between the two groups.

• Review of coastal resiliency challenges and sea level rise research
• Discussion on modifying land use practices due to climate change
• Potential establishment of a joint subcommittee

The Planning & Zoning Commission and the Coastal Vulnerability Working Group held a joint special meeting to discuss sea level rise and coastal resiliency. No formal votes were taken; the session served as an open dialogue regarding future land use practices and potential regulatory changes.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee is reviewing revisions to Chapter 16 of the Town Code. The discussion focuses on the Community Forest Commission and the Tree Warden and Public Tree Protection articles.

• Review of Community Forest Commission purpose and duties (Section 16-1, 16-2)
• Review of Tree Warden appointment and qualifications (Section 16-8)
• Discussion of adding public safety language to ordinances
• Discussion regarding deadlines for tree management plans

The RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee reviewed proposed changes to the Tree Warden and Community Forest Commission ordinances. Both items were referred back to the respective parties for realignment and examination of specific articles.

• Re-referred Community Forest Commission to realign Article 1 and present findings in February (Unanimous)
• Re-referred Article II of the Tree Warden ordinance to the First Selectman and tree warden for examination (Unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing several fund transfers and budget increases for the 2023 fiscal year. This includes proposals for Town Green revitalization and consulting services for athletic field improvements. The board will also discuss reserving $425,000 from ARPA funds to assist local nonprofits.

• $700,000 appropriation for Town Green improvements via STEAP grants and fund balance
• $400,000 transfer from fund balance for athletic field improvement consulting services
• Reservation of $425,000 from ARPA funds to assist local nonprofits impacted by the pandemic
• Bid waiver request for a three-year contract with All American Waste for grit/scum disposal
• Appointment of CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for the annual audit at $73,500

The Board of Finance approved several fund rebalancings and recommended budget increases to the RTM for Town Green improvements and the Harbor Street Culvert Project. It also authorized a bid waiver for wastewater grit disposal and allocated ARPA funds for athletic field consulting and nonprofit assistance.

• Approved rebalancing of Police Pension Plan (unanimous)
• Approved rebalancing of Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver for three-year grit/scum disposal contract with All American Waste (unanimous)
• Recommended to RTM a $700,000 appropriation for Town Green improvements (unanimous)
• Recommended to RTM a $97,000 appropriation for Harbor Street Culvert Project (unanimous)
• Recommended to RTM re-designation of $203,192 in BOE capital funds (unanimous)
• Recommended to RTM $400,000 from ARPA funds for athletic field consulting (unanimous)
• Reserved $425,000 of ARPA allocation for pandemic-impacted nonprofits (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the third quarter 2022 performance of the Police Pension Plan. The presentation includes an analysis of capital markets, economic fundamentals, and various investment indices.

• Police Pension Plan 3Q22 Performance Review
• Review of US and global market trends as of September 30, 2022
• Analysis of inflation and Federal Reserve policy impacts on investments

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review a performance report for the Town of Branford OPEB Trust covering the third quarter of 2022. The presentation includes an analysis of global market trends, inflation, and economic growth forecasts.

• 3Q22 OPEB Trust performance review

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is conducting a third-quarter 2022 performance review. This includes an analysis of market trends, inflation, and economic indicators. The agenda also addresses the Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan.

• 3Q22 Performance Review
• Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the third quarter 2022 performance of the Coastal Resiliency Fund. The presentation includes an analysis of global capital markets, inflation trends, and the impact of Federal Reserve policy on stocks and bonds.

• Coastal Resiliency Fund 3Q22 performance review
• Review of U.S. inflation and economic growth forecasts
• Analysis of global equity and bond market trends

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved several applications at its November 17 meeting. These included changes to allowed uses at 1159-1167 Main Street and lighting modifications for West Main Street. The commission also approved a coastal site plan for a single family home on Sunset Beach Road.

• PDD modification for 1159-1167 Main Street approved
• Coastal site plan for grading at 72 Sunset Beach Road approved with conditions
• Lighting modifications for 1025-1091 West Main Street approved with conditions
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on several applications, including changes to allow large-scale ground-mounted solar arrays. The agenda also includes reviews of brewery expansions and coastal compliance modifications. New business involves a proposed 11-lot resubdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Road.

• Amendments to allow large-scale ground-mounted solar arrays
• Proposed 11-lot resubdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Road
• Addition of brewery tanks at 5 Indian Neck Avenue
• Construction of three two-family units at 94 East Main Street
• Modification of parking lot lighting at 1025-1091 West Main Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a modification to allow retail and medical uses at 1159-1167 Main Street and a grading special exception for a home at 72 Sunset Beach Road. The board also approved modified parking lot lighting for 1025-1091 West Main Street and adopted the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved PDD modification to add retail, medical, business offices, and personal services at 1159-1167 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for grading at 72 Sunset Beach Road with erosion and lighting conditions (unanimous)
• Approved modified parking lot lighting at 1025-1091 West Main Street with specific shielding and color temperature conditions (unanimous)
• Waived public hearing for brewery tank addition at 5 Indian Neck Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from 11/3/22 and 7/21/22 (unanimous)
• Continued applications for 11-404 Jefferson Woods, large scale solar arrays, and 4 Three Elm Road to 12-8-22
• Application for 56-58 Harrison Avenue withdrawn

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology. The agenda includes applications for amendments to allow large scale solar arrays and modifications to development districts. Other items involve residential renovations and coastal site plans.

• Amendments to allow large scale ground mounted solar arrays
• Use modifications at 1159-1167 Main Street and 1171 Main St.
• Renovation of an apartment building at 4 Three Elms Road
• Changes to a three-family dwelling at 56-58 Harrison Avenue
• Coastal site plan for a single family home at 72 Sunset Beach Road

Board of Education

The Board of Education will host a presentation on NetZero. The agenda includes discussions regarding a BHS field trip request and the 2023 BOE meeting schedule. Various committee reports will also be presented.

• NetZero presentation
• BHS Field Trip Request
• 2023 BOE Meeting Schedule

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The Rules and Ordinances Committee will consider adopting a policy for virtual meetings into the Town Meeting Rules. The committee will also review Chapter 16, Article II of the Town Code regarding tree warden ordinances.

• Adoption of virtual meeting policy
• Review of tree warden ordinances (Chapter 16, Article II)

The committee voted to re-refer the proposal for a virtual meeting policy to allow for further research. Members also discussed potential updates to the town tree warden ordinances, but no action was taken before the meeting adjourned.

• Re-referred virtual meeting policy proposal (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The November 14, 2022 meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners Traffic Committee has been cancelled.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will review the October 2022 monthly statistical report and the police department building project. The agenda includes approval of the annual meeting calendar and minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting. An executive session regarding a personnel matter is also scheduled.

• October 2022 Monthly Statistical Report
• Police Department Building Project update
• Approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Letters of recognition for Sergeant Romanello, Officer Crowley, and Officer MacIsaac
• Executive session regarding a personnel matter

The Board approved the minutes from October 11, 2022, and the annual meeting calendar. Chief Mulhern provided a statistical report and updates on department activities and staffing. Deputy Chief Alves provided an update on the building project.

• Approved October 11, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved annual meeting calendar (Unanimous)

RTM

The regular meeting of the Branford Representative Town Meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022, was cancelled. This notice was issued by RTM Moderator Dennis T. Flanigan.

• Cancellation of the November 9, 2022, regular meeting

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will meet to review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes reports on permit activity, budget status, and enforcement.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports on permit activity, budget, and enforcement

The Shellfish Commission reviewed and signed off on two projects by Coastline Consulting & Development LLC. One project was cleared as having no adverse impact on shellfish areas, while the other was approved with a condition regarding a natural oyster bed.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Signed off on Bulkhead & Groins Project at 15 & 18-19 Etzel Road (unanimous)
• Signed off on new dock project at 25 South Montowese Street with notation regarding natural oyster bed (unanimous)
• Decided to print 250 bright green 2023 permits

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education has scheduled an expulsion hearing at Walsh Intermediate School. Attorney Anthony Bonadies will serve as the hearing officer.

• Expulsion hearing notice

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education has issued a notice for an expulsion hearing. The proceeding will be conducted by Hearing Officer Attorney Anthony Bonadies.

• Expulsion hearing at Walsh Intermediate School Central Office Conference Room

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will meet to consider a recommendation from the Finance Director regarding the Capital Projects Ordinance. The meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2022.

• Recommendation from the Finance Director regarding the Capital Projects Ordinance

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission met on November 3, 2022, to finalize several applications. The commission approved special exceptions for a research laboratory and office at 819-841 East Main Street. Additionally, an accessory apartment application for 45 Pine Orchard Road was approved with conditions.

• Approved special exceptions for a research laboratory, office, and grading at 819-841 East Main Street
• Approved a special exception for an accessory apartment at 45 Pine Orchard Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning and Zoning Commission is holding public hearings regarding a research laboratory on East Main Street and an accessory apartment on Pine Orchard Road. The commission will also review parking modifications at Jefferson Woods and proposed additions to a brewery building.

• Public hearing for research lab and office at 819-841 East Main Street
• Public hearing for accessory apartment at 45 Pine Orchard Road
• Public hearing for additional parking at 11-404 Jefferson Woods
• Modification of parking lot lighting at 1025-1091 West Main Street
• Proposed addition of silos to brewery building at 5 Indian Neck Avenue

The Commission approved a special exception for a research laboratory and general office at 819-841 East Main Street and an accessory apartment at 45 Pine Orchard Road. One parking construction project was continued to a later date. The Commission also unanimously accepted the meeting minutes from October 20, 2022.

• Approved special exceptions for research laboratory, general office, and grading at 819-841 East Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for accessory apartment at 45 Pine Orchard Road (unanimous)
• Waived survey requirement for 45 Pine Orchard Road (unanimous)
• Continued construction of additional parking at 11-404 Jefferson Woods to November 17 meeting
• Tabled parking lot lighting modification at 1025-1091 West Main Street to November 17 meeting
• Approved meeting minutes from 10/20/2022 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology to consider applications. The commission will review a request for a special exception for an accessory apartment at 45 Pine Orchard Road.

• Application #22-9.7: Special Exception for an Accessory Apartment at 45 Pine Orchard Road

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The Branford RTM Ways and Means Committee will not meet on November 2, 2022. This document serves as a formal notice of the cancelled meeting.

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The regular meeting of the RTM Administrative Services Committee scheduled for Tuesday, November 1, 2022, has been cancelled.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will consider extending a conditional employment offer for the position of full-time Assistant Fire Chief. The agenda also includes updates on New Engine 1, Station 9 build-out, and the Stony Creek CO 5 parking lot. Additionally, the appointment of Reverend Bill Keane as Fire Department Chaplain is up for consideration.

• Conditional employment offer for full-time Assistant Fire Chief
• Appointment of Reverend Bill Keane as Fire Department Chaplain
• Update on New Engine 1
• Station 9 build-out and Stony Creek CO 5 parking lot updates
• Volunteer staffing update for CO 4

The Board of Fire Commissioners approved the purchase of a new rescue pumper and extended a conditional employment offer for the Assistant Fire Chief position. The board also appointed a department chaplain. Other discussions included equipment repairs and volunteer staffing shortages.

• Approved purchase of Pierce Impel Custom Rescue Pumper from Firematic Supply Company for not to exceed $899,000 (unanimous)
• Extended conditional offer of employment to Brian Kozack as full time Assistant Fire Chief (unanimous)
• Appointed The Reverend Bill Keane as Fire Department Chaplain (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Finance scheduled for October 24, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were provided.

• Meeting cancellation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved several applications during its October 20, 2022 meeting. These actions included approvals for grading at Leetes Island Road and Thimble Islands Road. The commission also approved plan modifications for properties on East Main Street.

• Grading for a barn at 616-626 Leetes Island Road approved with conditions
• Grading for a single family home at 125 Thimble Islands Road approved with conditions
• PDD Master Plan Modification at 367,373-375,377,383 East Main Street approved
• PDD Site Plan Modification at 367,373-375,377,383 East Main Street approved

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission is holding public hearings for several development projects, including grading near wetlands on Leetes Island Road and office/lab use on East Main Street. The agenda also includes reviewing solar regulation amendments and various residential construction proposals.

• Grading near a wetland at 616-626 Leetes Island Road (Application #22-7.5)
• Research laboratory and office use at 819-841 East Main Street (Application #22-9.3)
• PDD Master Plan Modification for 367-383 East Main Street (Application #22-9.4)
• Proposed amendments to the solar regulations (Application #22-10.1)
• Construction of three two-family dwelling units at 94 East Main Street (Application #22-10.7)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two PDD modifications for the Metro 375 LLC project at 367-383 East Main Street, reducing the required affordable housing units from 11 to 10. The commission also approved special exceptions for grading at 616-626 Leetes Island Road and 125 Thimble Islands Road, and continued several other applications to future meetings.

• Approved PDD Master Plan Modification reducing affordable units from 11 to 10 (unanimous)
• Approved PDD Master Site Plan Modification reflecting the reduced affordable unit count (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for grading at 616-626 Leetes Island Road (unanimous)
• Approved special exception and coastal site plan for grading at 125 Thimble Islands Road (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 819-841 East Main Street special exceptions to November 3, 2022
• Tabled lighting modification for 1025-1091 West Main Street pending further information

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology to consider several applications. These include requests for a research laboratory, residential construction, and master plan modifications.

• Research Laboratory and General Office at 819-841 East Main Street
• Single family home construction at 125 Thimble Islands Road
• PDD Master Plan Modification for 367, 373-375, 377, and 383 East Main Street
• Home Occupation special exception at 181 Leetes Island Road

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education will review a recommendation regarding a firm for the superintendent search. The board will also conduct second readings of proposed policy manual updates and hold an evaluation of the superintendent in executive session.

• Recommendation of a firm for the Superintendent search
• Second reading of proposed Policy Manual (1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000 and 6000 series)
• Referral of first reading of Policy Manual to consent agenda
• Superintendent's evaluation in executive session

The Board of Education approved hiring McPherson & Jacobson as the superintendent search firm, and approved the consent agenda (policy manual updates and capital funds redesignation) with one abstention. The meeting also included a recess to convene as a search committee and an executive session for the superintendent's evaluation, with no action taken afterward.

• Approved McPherson & Jacobson as superintendent search firm (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: second reading of policy manual series 1000-6000 and capital funds redesignation (Gaffney abstained)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous, as amended)
• Recessed to convene as Personnel Search Committee (unanimous)
• Adjourned into executive session for superintendent evaluation (unanimous)

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The committee will consider adopting a policy for virtual meetings in Town Meeting Rules. They will also discuss a request to opt-out of universal 'as-of-right' accessory dwelling unit additions, which could affect single family zoning if no 2/3 vote is reached. The agenda includes a review of town tree warden ordinances.

• Policy for virtual meetings
• Request to opt-out of universal 'as-of-right' accessory dwelling unit additions
• Review of town tree warden ordinances (Chapter 16, Article II)

The committee unanimously recommended that the full RTM opt out of Connecticut's as-of-right accessory dwelling unit law, which would otherwise allow ADUs on any single-family lot regardless of size or impact. They also discussed virtual meeting policies and tree ordinance revisions, re-referring both for further work.

• Recommended opt-out of Public Act 21-29 Section 6 as-of-right ADU provisions (unanimous)
• Re-referred virtual meeting policy discussion for specific proposals (unanimous)
• Re-referred tree warden ordinance review for draft revisions (unanimous)

RTM

The Branford Representative Town Meeting will consider several budget transfers and new ordinances. Proposed items include a new ordinance for golf carts and a $210,000 appropriation for the fire apparatus sinking fund. The meeting also includes proposals for wastewater system evaluations and ARPA fund increases.

• Adoption of an Ordinance for Golf Carts
• $210,000 appropriation to the Fire Apparatus sinking fund
• $75,000 for wastewater treatment plant climate resilience evaluation
• $95,000 increase to the ARPA fund for local subsidies
• Evaluation of full-time funding for Registrar of Voters positions

The Branford RTM approved a $95,000 increase to the ARPA fund budget, from $2,232,000 to $2,327,000, to fund subsidies for the Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance ($70,000) and the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce ($25,000). The vote followed a motion to re-refer the item, which was defeated 21-5-1, and a motion to amend that passed 26-0-1. The final motion was approved unanimously.

• Approved $95,000 ARPA fund budget increase for BACA ($70,000) and Shoreline Chamber ($25,000) (26-0-1, then unanimous voice vote)
• Defeated motion to re-refer ARPA item to committee (21-5-1)
• Removed golf cart ordinance from agenda after town attorney opinion that RTM lacks jurisdiction (unanimous)
• Approved funding Registrar of Voters positions as part-time, effective Jan 1, 2023 (1 opposed, 2 abstentions)
• Re-referred virtual meeting policy to Rules and Ordinances committee (unanimous)
• Approved $6,349 solid waste budget transfer for fuel and advertising (unanimous)
• Approved $9,187 Human Services budget transfer for credit card fees, insurance, postage, technology, furniture, and overtime (unanimous)
• Approved $141,107 Fire Services budget transfer for salaries, overtime, and stipends per collective bargaining agreement (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The Traffic Committee will meet to consider various requests regarding traffic signs, crosswalks, and speed reduction measures. These include proposals for new signage on Pawson Road and improvements at the intersection of School Street and Watrous Ave.

• Request for permanent MPH signs and stop signs on Pawson Road
• Request for a crosswalk at Leetes Island Road and Thimble Island Road
• Request to repaint and update signage at School Street and Watrous Ave
• Request for a NO Outlet sign at Alps Rd and Eleanor Street
• Request for speed bumps or safety measures on Island View Ave

Shellfish Commission

The Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes reports on permit activity, budget, enforcement, and lease collections.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Permit activity report
• Budget report
• Enforcement report
• Update on lease collections

The Branford Shellfish Commission met on October 11, 2022, and tabled two proposals: a shellfish survey permit for Jack R. Creamer for oyster harvesting near Pleasant Point, and a kelp cultivation lease inquiry from Kimberly Netto. The commission approved a renewed co-management agreement for Jarvis Creek with Chris Walston and Brenden Smith, and also approved a $3,024 invoice for clam restocking.

• Tabled Jack R. Creamer's shellfish survey permit for oyster harvesting near Pleasant Point (unanimous)
• Tabled Kimberly Netto's kelp cultivation lease inquiry (unanimous)
• Approved renewed co-management agreement for Jarvis Creek with Chris Walston and Brenden Smith (unanimous)
• Approved $3,024 invoice for clam restocking (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The meeting includes reviews of the 2021/2022 Annual Report and September 2022 monthly statistics. The Traffic Committee is presenting several requests for road changes, including new signs and crosswalks. The Board will also review letters of recognition for police personnel.

• Request for stop signs on Pawson Road
• Request for a crosswalk at Leetes and Thimble Island Roads
• Request for fog lines on School Street
• Request for speed bumps on Island View Ave
• Request for golf cart use at Linden Shores

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved several traffic safety measures, including stop signs on Pawson Road, crosswalk improvements at School and Watrous Streets, and a No Outlet sign at Alps and Eleanor Streets. The board also adopted the 2021/2022 Annual Report and new Traffic Guidelines. No action was taken on requests for a crosswalk at Leetes and Thimble Islands, fog lines on School Street, or speed bumps on Island View Avenue.

• Approved stop signs on Pawson Road (unanimous)
• Approved crosswalk sign relocation and repainting at School Street and Watrous (unanimous)
• Approved No Outlet sign at Alps and Eleanor Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Traffic Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Committee report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 12, 2022 (unanimous)

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review requests to reallocate funds within the Solid Waste Management & Recycling and Fire Services budgets. The committee will also consider an appropriation of $210,000 to the FY22 apparatus sinking fund.

• Transfer of $6,349 from Solid Waste overtime to fuel and advertising/printing
• Transfer of $141,107 from Fire Services contingency to various personnel costs including wages and overtime
• Request to appropriate $210,000 to the FY22 apparatus sinking fund

The Public Services Committee of the Branford RTM could not hold its scheduled October 6, 2022 meeting because a quorum was not achieved. No decisions or discussions took place.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission approved a time extension for 125 Thimble Islands Road and appointed Jane Ellis as Zoning Enforcement Officer. They also voted to agree with Town Counsel that the 2015 Zoning Map Adoption replaced the Sunrise Cove Camp PDD with R-2 zoning.

• 90-day time extension for 125 Thimble Islands Road Mylar filing
• Appointment of Jane Ellis as Zoning Enforcement Officer
• Agreement on R-2 zoning designation for Sunrise Cove Camp area

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing several development applications, including a proposed research laboratory and general office. The meeting also includes discussions regarding site plan modifications for a bank and grocery store and the appointment of a new Zoning Enforcement Officer.

• Proposed research laboratory and general office at 819-841 East Main Street
• Site plan modification for a bank and grocery store at 1151 West Main Street
• PDD Master Plan Modification for 367, 373-375, 377, 383 East Main Street
• Accessory apartment request at 45 Pine Orchard Road
• Rezoning of Sunrise Cove Camp to Residential 2 (R2)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously appointed Jane Ellis as Zoning Enforcement Officer and agreed with the Town Attorney that the 2015 map adoption deleted the prior PDD at Sunrise Cove Camp. A public hearing on a special exception for additional parking at Jefferson Woods was continued to November 3, 2022, after neighbors raised concerns about lighting and fencing. The commission also granted a 90-day time extension for a subdivision application at 125 Thimble Islands Road.

• Appointed Jane Ellis as Zoning Enforcement Officer (unanimous)
• Agreed with Town Attorney that 2015 map adoption deleted prior PDD at Sunrise Cove Camp (unanimous)
• Granted 90-day time extension to file mylar for 125 Thimble Islands Road subdivision (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on Westford Real Estate Management parking special exception to 11/3/22
• Approved minutes of 9/15/2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled KIOP Branford LLC parking lot lighting modification to 10/20/22
• Withdrawn: HV Retail Development LLC site plan modification at 1151 West Main Street

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee will review several requests for budget transfers and new appropriations. These items include funding for fire services, software, and community organization subsidies.

• $141,107 transfer to Fire Services for wages, overtime, and benefits
• $210,000 appropriation for the FY22 apparatus sinking fund
• $39,000 transfer for Cleargov Budgeting Solutions software
• $95,000 ARPA fund increase to support BACA and Shoreline Chamber of Commerce
• $75,000 for a wastewater treatment plant climate resilience evaluation

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to evaluate funding for full-time Registrars of Voters positions starting January 1, 2023. The agenda also includes requests to approve budget transfers within Branford Counseling & Community Services and the Human Resources department.

• Evaluation of funding for full-time Registrars of Voters positions
• $9,187 transfer from wages to various expenses in Counseling & Community Services
• $6,540 transfer from HRIS services to employment testing and longevity

The RTM Administrative Services Committee unanimously approved a $31,000 annual salary for each of Branford's two part-time Registrars of Voters, effective January 1, 2023, after hearing from both registrars and reviewing a survey of comparable towns. The committee also approved two year-end budget transfers: $9,187 from Branford Counseling & Community Services for various expenses and $6,540 from Human Resources for employment testing and longevity pay. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved $31,000 annual salary for each Registrar of Voters, effective 1/1/2023 (6-0)
• Approved $9,187 transfer from Branford Counseling & Community Services for FY22 closeout (6-0)
• Approved $6,540 transfer from Human Resources for FY22 closeout (6-0)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review several budget transfer requests and appropriation proposals. This includes a presentation on a 20-year solar energy agreement with Verogy and a request to increase the ARPA fund for local organizations. The board will also consider funding for fire apparatus and wastewater system evaluations.

• Presentation on virtual net metering agreement with Verogy for up to ten town accounts
• Request to appropriate $210,000 to the FY22 fire apparatus sinking fund
• Proposed $70,000 appropriation for wastewater treatment plant engineering evaluation
• Proposal to increase ARPA fund budget by $95,000 for local organization subsidies
• Budget transfers for Fire Services payroll and Solid Waste fuel costs

The Board of Finance unanimously recommended appropriating $95,000 from ARPA funds to the Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance ($70,000) and Shoreline Chamber of Commerce ($25,000). The board also approved multiple budget transfers, including $210,000 for a fire apparatus sinking fund and $75,000 for a climate resilience engineering evaluation of the wastewater treatment plant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $95,000 ARPA appropriation for BACA ($70,000) and Shoreline Chamber ($25,000) (unanimous)
• Approved $210,000 transfer to fire apparatus sinking fund (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 for climate resilience engineering evaluation of WWTP (unanimous)
• Approved $39,000 for Cleargov budgeting software (unanimous)
• Approved $141,107 transfer for Fire Services FY23 salaries and benefits (unanimous)
• Approved $6,349 transfer for Solid Waste Management FY22 (unanimous)
• Approved $9,187 transfer for Human Services FY22 (unanimous)
• Approved $6,540 transfer for Human Resources FY22 (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting for the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for September 22, 2022, was canceled.

Board of Education

The Board of Education will conduct a first reading of a proposed policy manual covering series 1000 through 6000. The board will also receive proposals for a consultancy regarding the Superintendent and discuss invitations for interviews. Additionally, the agenda includes items regarding capital funds and redesignation.

• First reading of Proposed Policy Manual (1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, and 6000 series)
• Receipt of proposals for consultancy regarding the Superintendent
• Invitation for interviews for the superintendent consultancy
• Capital funds and redesignation

The Branford Board of Education unanimously approved multiple out-of-state field trips for Walsh Intermediate School and Branford High School, including trips to Orlando, Boston, and Quebec City. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a first reading of a proposed policy manual covering series 1000 through 6000 and a capital funds re-designation. Additionally, the board discussed proposals from five firms for a superintendent search consultancy, with pricing ranging by $12,000, and set plans for interviews. The meeting adjourned into executive session to discuss the superintendent's evaluation, with no action taken upon return to regular session.

• Approved unanimously: change of agenda order to move Field Trip Request after Communications
• Approved unanimously: minutes of the August 17, 2022 full regular BOE meeting (as amended)
• Approved unanimously: out-of-state field trip requests for WIS National Dance Championship (Orlando, FL) and BHS trips to Walden Pond (MA), National Dance Championship (Orlando, FL), Quebec City (Canada), Harvard Model Congress (Boston, MA), and Disney World (Orlando, FL)
• Approved unanimously: consent agenda including first reading of proposed policy manual for series 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, and 6000, and capital funds re-designation
• Discussed: receipt of five proposals for superintendent search consultancy, with pricing differences and interview process outlined
• Approved unanimously: adjournment into executive session to discuss superintendent's evaluation
• No action taken: upon return to regular session from executive session
• Approved unanimously: adjournment of the meeting at 11:30 PM

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The committee is considering the adoption of a policy for virtual meetings into Town Meeting Rules. They will also review an ordinance regarding the operation of golf carts on public roads in specific areas of Branford.

• Proposed ordinance for golf cart use in Pine Orchard, Pawson, and Waverly/Hotchkiss Grove
• Adoption of a policy for virtual meetings into Town Meeting Rules
• $25.00 registration fee for golf carts at the Tax Collector's office
• Equipment requirements for golf carts including flags, horns, and lamps

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission met on September 15, 2022, to review applications for site plans and special exceptions. The commission approved four items involving residential construction and retail use. These approvals include projects on Thimble Islands Road, Park Place, and East Main Street.

• Grading for a single family home at 31 Thimble Islands Road
• Conversion to a two family residence at 28 Park Place
• Retail use site plan at 230 East Main Street
• Restaurant site plan (no drive thru) at 230 East Main Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is conducting public hearings for applications including a car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road and a two-family residence conversion at 28 Park Place. The meeting also includes reviews of parking modifications and site plans for retail and restaurant uses on East Main Street.

• Public hearing: Car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Public hearing: Two-family residence conversion at 28 Park Place
• Coastal site plan: Single-family home at 31 Thimble Islands Road
• Site plan: Retail and restaurant uses at 230 East Main Street
• Parking lot lighting modification: 1025-1091 West Main Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a coastal site plan for a single-family home at 31 Thimble Islands Road, a special exception to convert 28 Park Place to a two-family residence, and site plans for a retail use and a fast-food restaurant at 230 East Main Street. All approvals were unanimous. The commission also continued several applications to future meetings and noted the withdrawal of the 45 Rose Hill Road application.

• Approved coastal site plan and grading for single-family home at 31 Thimble Islands Road (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for two-family conversion at 28 Park Place (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for retail use at 230 East Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for fast-food restaurant at 230 East Main Street (unanimous)
• Continued application for parking at 11-404 Jefferson Woods to 10/6/22
• Tabled parking lot lighting modification at 1025-1091 West Main Street to 10/6/22
• Withdrawn: special exception for car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Continued grading application for barn at 616-626 Leetes Island Road to 10/20/22

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on September 15, 2022. The commission will consider applications regarding a car storage lot, a research laboratory, a two-family residence, and parking modifications.

• Car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Research laboratory and office at 819-841 East Main Street
• Two-family residence at 28 Park Place
• Additional parking at 11-404 Jefferson Woods

RTM

The RTM will consider changing the Tax Collector position from an elected official to a hired appointment. Members will also evaluate funding for full-time Registrar of Voters positions starting in 2023. The agenda includes several departmental budget transfers and a new policy for virtual meetings.

• Changing Tax Collector from an elected official to a hired appointment
• Evaluating full-time Registrar of Voters positions starting January 1, 2023
• $25,000 transfer for EV charging stations and vehicles
• $274,000 budget increase for police special detail costs
• Adoption of a policy for virtual meetings in Town Meeting Rules

The Representative Town Meeting voted unanimously to change the Branford Tax Collector from an elected official to a hired appointment, effective after the current elected term expires. The RTM also approved numerous FY22 budget transfers across multiple departments, including $312,863 for the Fire Department and a $274,000 increase for police special detail costs offset by higher revenues. A proposal to fund full-time Registrar of Voters positions was re-referred to committee.

• Approved ordinance changing Tax Collector from elected to appointed position (unanimous voice vote)
• Re-referred proposal to fund full-time Registrar of Voters positions to Administrative Services Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $312,863 in FY22 transfers for Fire Department overtime and expenses (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $117,479 in FY22 transfers for Police Department, including $90,008 to capital fund for vehicles and equipment (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $274,000 increase in FY22 budget for police special detail costs, offset by higher revenues (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved $25,000 transfer for electric vehicle charging stations (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $48,797 transfer for Public Works road painting and fuel costs (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $90,689 transfer for General Government Buildings utilities and overtime (unanimous voice vote)

Shellfish Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Branford Shellfish Commission on September 13, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Education

This special retreat meeting includes discussions regarding the Board of Governance and Board Role for EdAdvance. Members will also reflect on prioritizing and organizing work for the 2022-23 school year.

• Discussion of EdAdvance Board of Governance and Board Role with Jonathan Costa
• Reflection on prioritizing and organizing 2022-23 BOE work

The Board of Education held a special retreat meeting on September 13, 2022, at Walsh Intermediate School. The meeting was a facilitated discussion on board governance, roles, and priorities for the 2022-23 school year. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken on any item. The meeting adjourned at 8:09 PM on a unanimous motion.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was a discussion-only retreat.

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The committee will consider multiple requests regarding traffic safety, including new signage and crosswalks on various roads. The meeting also includes updates on a safety audit for Route 146 and a crosswalk on Brushy Plains Road.

• Request for signs on Pawson Road
• Request for a crosswalk at Leetes Island Road and Thimble Island Road
• Request to move signage and repaint the crosswalk at School Street and Watrous Ave
• Request for fog lines on School Street
• Update on Route 146 safety audit

The committee voted unanimously to request the town engineering department analyze Pawson Park for increased safety. Three other traffic requests—crosswalks at Take it for Granite and School Street/Watrous Avenue, and fog lines on School Street—were postponed to the October meeting. The committee also noted distribution of a completed safety audit on Route 146 and a letter sent to the state regarding a crosswalk on Brushy Plains Road.

• Approved request for town engineering analysis of Pawson Park for safety improvements (unanimous)
• Postponed crosswalk request at Take it for Granite to October meeting
• Postponed crosswalk sign repainting at School Street and Watrous Avenue to October meeting
• Postponed fog line request on School Street to October meeting

RTM Public Services Committee

The committee will consider several budget transfer requests to close out the FY21-22 budget and adjust FY22 allocations. These requests involve the Board of Fire Commissioners, Board of Police Commissioners, Public Works, and General Government Buildings. The meeting also includes a resolution to increase the General Fund budget for police special detail costs.

• $312,863 transfer request from the Board of Fire Commissioners to close out FY21-22
• $117,479 transfer request from the Board of Police Commissioners for FY22
• $48,797 transfer request from Public Works for FY22
• $90,689 transfer request for General Government Buildings (GGB)
• Resolution to increase the FY22 General Fund budget by $274,000 for police special detail

RTM Public Services Committee

The RTM Public Services Committee is reviewing several departmental budget transfers for fiscal year 2022. These requests involve the Board of Fire Commissioners, Board of Police Commissioners, Public Works, and General Government Buildings. The committee will also consider a resolution to increase the FY22 General Fund Budget by $274,000.

• $312,863 transfer request from Board of Fire Commissioners
• $117,479 transfer request from Board of Police Commissioners
• $48,797 transfer request from Public Works
• $90,689 transfer request for General Government Buildings
• Resolution to increase the FY22 General Fund Budget by $274,000

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will conduct interviews for two police officer positions during an executive session. The meeting also includes reviews of various traffic safety requests, such as new signs and crosswalks. Additionally, the Chief of Police will present monthly statistical and forfeiture reports.

• Interview and consideration for two police officer positions
• Requests for MPH signs on Pawson Road
• Request for a crosswalk at Leetes Island/Thimble Island intersection
• Updates on the RT 146 Safety Audit and Brushy Plains Road crosswalk
• Monthly statistical reports from July and August

The Board of Police Commissioners approved conditional job offers to two new police officers, reviewed a monthly crime report showing rising shoplifting and mental health calls, and postponed several traffic safety requests until the next meeting.

• Approved conditional offer of employment to Casey McCone as Police Officer effective September 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional offer of employment to Andrew Luzzi as Police Officer effective September 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed request for MPH signs, speed limit signs, and stop signs on Pawson Road until October meeting
• Postponed request for crosswalk at four-corner intersection in front of Take it for Granite until October meeting
• Postponed request for crosswalk signs and repainting at School Street and Watrous Ave until October meeting
• Postponed request for fog lines on School Street until October meeting

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The RTM Ways and Means Committee will consider several fund transfers for the 2022 fiscal year. These proposals include moving money to cover electric vehicle charging stations, building department stipends, and insurance damage. The committee will also review minutes from the April meeting.

• $25,000 transfer for EV Charging Stations/Vehicles
• $1,824 transfer for Emergency Management overtime and repairs
• $4,484 transfer for Building Department stipends
• $44,000 transfer for property and auto insurance damage
• Approval of April meeting minutes

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The RTM Ways and Means Committee is reviewing several budget transfer requests. These include year-end adjustments for the Board of Fire Commissioners and a $25,000 allocation for electric vehicle infrastructure. The committee will also consider transfers related to emergency management and municipal insurance.

• $25,000 transfer from General Fund to EV Charging Stations/Vehicles
• End-of-year budget closeout transfers for Board of Fire Commissioners totaling $312,863
• $1,824 transfer from contingency to emergency management overtime and repairs
• $81,000 transfer involving tax appeals, legal fees, and expenses

The Ways and Means Committee unanimously approved a series of end-of-year budget transfers for FY22, including $25,000 for EV charging stations, a large reallocation within the Fire Department budget, and smaller transfers for Emergency Management, Building Department stipends, and Finance/Insurance accounts. All motions passed 3-0.

• Approved minutes from the July meeting (3-0).
• Approved $25,000 transfer from Contingency to Fund 700 for EV charging stations/vehicles (3-0).
• Approved Fire Commissioners' end-of-year transfers totaling $312,863 across multiple line items (3-0).
• Approved $1,824 transfer from Contingency to Emergency Management for overtime and purchased services (3-0).
• Approved $4,484 transfer from Contingency to Building Department stipends for FY22 (3-0).
• Approved $4,484 transfer from Contingency to Building Department stipends for FY23 (3-0).
• Approved Finance Director transfers: $1,435 for Board of Finance advertising, $14,202 for Municipal Insurance, and $81,000 for Legal/Expenses & Claims (3-0).
• Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The RTM Administrative Services Committee will evaluate a recommendation to fund full-time positions for Registrars of Voters beginning January 1, 2023. The agenda also includes several budget transfer requests for the Tax Collector, Registrar of Voters, and Town Clerk. Additionally, the committee will review the town's legal expenses.

• Evaluation of funding full-time positions for Registrars of Voters starting January 1, 2023
• $9,953 budget transfer request from the Tax Collector
• $4,300 budget transfer request from the Registrar of Voters
• $806 budget transfer request from the Town Clerk
• Review of the town's legal expenses

The committee voted 6-1 to re-refer a proposal to fund the Registrars of Voters as full-time positions back to the Board of Finance for further analysis, after the original motion was withdrawn. Three budget transfers were approved unanimously: $9,953 for the Tax Collector, $4,300 for the Registrar of Voters, and $806 for the Town Clerk. The committee also briefly reviewed the town's legal expenses.

• Re-referred Registrars of Voters full-time funding proposal to Board of Finance (6-1)
• Approved $9,953 budget transfer for Tax Collector overtime, repairs, postage, etc. (unanimous)
• Approved $4,300 budget transfer for Registrar of Voters deputy registrars, part-time help, supplies (unanimous)
• Approved $806 budget transfer for Town Clerk professional development (unanimous)

RTM Public Services Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Branford RTM Public Services Committee on September 1, 2022, has been cancelled. The notice contains no other agenda items.

• Cancellation of the September 1, 2022, meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission met on September 1, 2022, to finalize several applications. The commission approved special exceptions for business use and residential grading, along with a bond establishment.

• Special exception for a business office at 119 Montowese Street approved 4-1
• Special exception for grading at 9 Beechwood Road approved unanimously
• Special exception for a two-family dwelling at 6 Cherry Hill Road approved unanimously
• Bond establishment for 69 Todds Hill Road (Lot 2 Pond View Estates) approved
• Approval of publication for an updated Official Zoning Map

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission is conducting public hearings on various development and land use requests. These include residential conversions, building renovations, and construction near coastal and wetland areas. The agenda also includes reviews of new business applications and an update to the official zoning map.

• Public hearing for a two-family dwelling conversion at 6 Cherry Hill Road
• Coastal site plan and special exception for 31 Thimble Islands Road
• Special exception for office use at 119 Montowese Street
• Proposed car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Update to the Official Zoning Map

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved three special exception applications: a general/business office at 119 Montowese Street (4-1 vote), grading at 9 Beechwood Road (unanimous), and a two-family dwelling conversion at 6 Cherry Hill Road (unanimous). One application (4 Three Elms Road) was withdrawn, and two public hearings were continued to later dates. The commission also acknowledged an updated official zoning map and approved a bond establishment for 69 Todd's Hill Road.

• Approved special exception for general/business office at 119 Montowese Street (4-1 vote)
• Approved special exception for grading at 9 Beechwood Road (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for two-family dwelling conversion at 6 Cherry Hill Road (unanimous)
• Withdrawn: Application #22-6.4 for 4 Three Elms Road
• Continued public hearing for 31 Thimble Islands Road to September 15 meeting
• Continued public hearing for 616-626 Leetes Island Road to October 20 meeting
• Acknowledged updated official zoning map and authorized posting on town website
• Approved bond establishment for 69 Todd's Hill Road (Lot 2 Pond View Estates)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology to consider several applications. The items include requests for multi-family and two-family dwellings, a business office, and grading near coastal or wetland areas.

• Multi-family dwelling application at 4 Three Elm Road
• Coastal site plan for single-family home at 31 Thimble Island Road
• Business office application at 119 Montowese Street
• Grading and accessory structure applications near inland wetlands
• Two-family dwelling application at 6 Cherry Hill Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use applications. These include requests for multi-family and two-family dwellings, a business office, and grading near coastal or wetland areas.

• Multi-family dwelling at 4 Three Elm Road
• Single family home site plan at 31 Thimble Island Road
• Business office application at 119 Montowese Street
• Grading and accessory structure at 616-626 Leetes Island Road
• Two-family dwelling at 6 Cherry Hill Road

Board of Finance

The Board will review performance reports for municipal pension and trust funds and consider several departmental budget transfers. The meeting also includes a proposal for a new tax write-off policy for balances under $1.00. Additionally, members will discuss future allocations for ARPA funds.

• Resolution to increase the FY22 General Fund budget from $120,965,315 to $121,239,315
• Proposed policy to write off tax balances of $1.00 or less
• Transfer of $25,000 for EV charging stations and vehicles
• Board of Police Commissioners transfer request totaling $117,479
• Performance presentations for the Police Pension Plan and OPEB Trust

The Board of Finance unanimously approved a policy to write off small tax balances of $1.00 or less, covering $488.82 in outstanding amounts from 2005 to 2021. The board also approved numerous FY22 budget transfers across town departments, including $312,863 for Fire Services, $117,479 for Police Services, and $25,000 for EV charging stations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved small tax balance write-off policy for balances $1.00 or less (unanimous)
• Approved $312,863 in FY22 closeout transfers for Fire Services (unanimous)
• Approved $117,479 in FY22 transfers for Police Services (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 transfer for EV charging stations (unanimous)
• Approved $9,953 transfer for Tax Collector budget (unanimous)
• Approved $48,797 transfer for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved $81,000 transfer to Legal Fees and Expenses & Claims (unanimous)
• Approved rebalancing of Police Pension, OPEB, and Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan assets over three months (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance reviewed the second-quarter 2022 performance of the Town of Branford Police Pension Plan. The presentation detailed market volatility in global equities and bonds alongside an economic outlook regarding inflation and interest rates.

• Police Pension Plan 2Q22 performance review
• S&P 500 year-to-date performance of -19.96%
• Bloomberg Aggregate Bond Index year-to-date decline of 10%
• Economic outlook regarding inflation and Federal Reserve policy

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the second-quarter 2022 performance of the Town of Branford OPEB Trust. The presentation includes an analysis of capital markets, inflation trends, and economic growth forecasts.

• Q2 2022 OPEB Trust performance review
• Analysis of global equity and fixed income market trends
• Review of US inflation and interest rate impacts

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the second quarter 2022 performance of the Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan. The presentation covers capital markets, inflation trends, and economic outlooks through June 30, 2022. It includes detailed analysis of global equity and fixed income index performances.

• Q2 2022 performance review for the Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan
• Analysis of market volatility and US inflation trends

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the second quarter 2022 performance of the Coastal Resiliency Fund. The presentation covers market volatility, rising interest rates, and the impact of inflation on global investments.

• Second quarter 2022 performance review for the Coastal Resiliency Fund
• Analysis of global equity declines and market volatility
• Review of US inflation trends and Federal Reserve policy

Board of Finance

The Clean Energy Ad Hoc Committee is providing background information on its draft energy plan and efforts regarding high-performance buildings. The committee requests that the Board of Finance consider these elements when reviewing future appropriations for construction and upgrades.

• Presentation of draft energy plan goals including renewable energy, efficiency, and transportation
• Cost-benefit analysis of animal shelter upgrades showing $24,000 net cost to town
• Request for Board of Finance to consider energy plan elements in future building and HVAC appropriations

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners regular meeting scheduled for August 25, 2022, is canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting canceled

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review items regarding strategic coherence planning, including parent and administrative representative selections. The agenda also includes a discussion on the RFP for a superintendent search firm and timeline. A school security report will be presented during an executive session.

• RFP for Superintendent Search Firm & Timeline
• Strategic Coherence Planning Parent Representative Selection
• PTA Council – Committee Referrals
• School Security Report

The Board of Education unanimously approved placing a security officer at three elementary schools and Indian Neck School, effective immediately. The board also unanimously approved appointing parent representatives to the Strategic Coherence Planning Committee, issuing an RFP for a superintendent search firm, and establishing a personnel search committee. No public comment was made.

• Approved security officer at three elementary schools and Indian Neck, effective immediately (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of parent representatives to Strategic Coherence Planning Committee (unanimous)
• Approved removing Early Learning representative and adding Media Specialist to Strategic Coherence Planning Committee (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of RFP for superintendent search firm (unanimous)
• Approved establishment of personnel search committee under CT General Statutes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will consider several end-of-year budget transfers requested by Fire Chief Thomas Mahoney to close the 2021/2022 budget year. The agenda also includes a fundraising request from M.P. Rice Volunteer Company 2 and a swearing-in ceremony for five new firefighters.

• End-of-year budget transfers requested by Fire Chief Thomas Mahoney
• Fundraising request from M.P. Rice Volunteer Company 2 for Wreaths Across America
• Swearing-in of newly hired firefighters Eleftherios Gionteris, Thomas Wrede, Thomas O’Toole, Meaghan Hayes, and Shannon Filo

The Board of Fire Commissioners approved a $358,056 year-end transfer for the 2021/2022 fiscal year, subject to amendment by the Board of Finance. They also approved a fundraiser by M.P. Rice Company to benefit the Wreaths Across America project, placing wreaths on graves of Branford citizens in December. Five new firefighters were sworn in during the meeting.

• Approved $358,056 year-end transfer (all approved)
• Approved M.P. Rice Company fundraiser for Wreaths Across America (all approved)
• Swore in five new firefighters: Elftherios Gionteris, Thomas Wrede, Thomas O'Toole, Meagan Hayes, Shannon Filo

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting includes consideration of a request from the Harbormaster to use a boat and an update on the Army Corps of Engineers environmental assessment for Branford Harbor.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Request from Harbormaster to utilize a boat
• Army Corps of Engineers environmental assessment for Branford Harbor Federal Navigation Project

The Branford Shellfish Commission approved a motion allowing Harbormaster Vincenzo Suppa to use the commission's boat for up to two days to map mooring fields, with two additional occupants and no enforcement actions. The vote was 2-1, with Commissioners Pulcinella and Graves in favor and Lillquist opposed. The commission also approved the July 12, 2022 meeting minutes and noted $200 in permit activity since the last meeting.

• Approved use of commission boat by Harbormaster Suppa for up to 2 days for mooring mapping (2-1)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Education

The scheduled meeting of the Branford Board of Education Strategic Planning Committee for August 8, 2022, was cancelled.

Board of Education

The Strategic Planning Committee will conduct an orientation regarding the Coherence Strategic Planning process. This session is intended for the Board of Education and Central Office Administration.

• Orientation to Coherence Strategic Planning for BOE & Central Office Administration

RTM Public Services Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee scheduled for August 4, 2022, has been cancelled. No other business was listed on the agenda.

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The RTM Administrative Services Committee meeting scheduled for August 2, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the August 2, 2022, committee meeting

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners scheduled a special meeting for August 2, 2022. The agenda includes an executive session for the discussion and consideration of promotions to the rank of Sergeant.

• Discussion and consideration regarding promotion to the rank of Sergeant

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting for the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners was scheduled for July 28, 2022. This meeting has been canceled.

RTM

The Branford Representative Town Meeting will meet on July 27, 2022, to consider several administrative and financial proposals. These include changing the Tax Collector position from an elected official to a hired appointment and reviewing full-time funding for the Registrar of Voters. The agenda also includes various budget transfers for park renovations and emergency funds.

• Proposal to change the Branford Tax Collector from an elected official to a hired appointment
• Tentative agreement with Branford Fire Fighters Local #2533 through June 30, 2026
• $63,636 transfer request for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations
• $161,746 transfer from Contingency to the FEMA Fund
• Adoption of a policy for virtual meetings in Town Meeting Rules

The Branford RTM approved a tentative four-year collective bargaining agreement with the Branford Fire Fighters Local #2533, covering July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026, in a 21-1 roll call vote. The contract includes annual wage increases of 2.5%, 2.5%, 2.25%, and 2.25%, and switches medical/dental insurance to the IAFF Health and Wellness Trust, with an anticipated annual savings of over $250,000. The RTM also unanimously approved several fund transfers, including $63,636 for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations, $10,000 for a Natural Resource Inventory, $161,746 for FEMA fund restoration, and $53,000 for capital projects. Three items—changing the Tax Collector to an appointed position, funding full-time Registrars of Voters, and adopting a virtual meeting policy—were all unanimously re-referred.

• Approved firefighter contract FY2023-2026 (21-1)
• Approved $63,636 transfer for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 transfer for Natural Resource Inventory (unanimous)
• Approved $161,746 transfer to FEMA fund (unanimous)
• Approved $53,000 transfer for Orchard House roof and MUA Volunteer Service Center (unanimous)
• Re-referred Tax Collector position change (unanimous)
• Re-referred full-time Registrar of Voters funding (unanimous)
• Re-referred virtual meeting policy (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Finance scheduled for July 25, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided document contains only this cancellation notice.

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will meet to consider a tentative agreement between the Town of Branford and the Branford Fire Fighters Local #2533, IAFF AFL-CIO. The proposed agreement covers the period from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2026.

• Tentative agreement with Branford Fire Fighters Local #2533 (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026)

The Public Services Committee unanimously approved a tentative four-year agreement between the Town of Branford and the Branford Fire Fighters Local #2533, covering July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026. The vote was taken by roll call and passed without opposition.

• Approved tentative firefighter union contract for 2022-2026 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission voted on several applications regarding zoning amendments and site plans. Decisions included approvals for a daycare center, residential development, and a single-family home addition, alongside one denial.

• Zoning Regulation Amendment (Application #22-4.1) approved
• Single family home addition at 85 Sunset Beach Road approved with conditions
• Daycare Center at 221 West Main Street approved with conditions
• Open Space Residential Development at 14, 16 & 0 Buckley Road approved with conditions
• Minor Site Plan Modification at 168 Montowese Street denied

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for a daycare center at 221 West Main Street and a home addition at 85 Sunset Beach Road. It will also review zoning amendments for summer cottages and several new business applications regarding grading and land use.

• Zoning amendment for pre-existing summer cottage/camp sites
• Special exception for a daycare center at 221 West Main Street
• Coastal site plan for a single-family home addition at 85 Sunset Beach Road
• Proposed change of use to a car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Site plan modification for Darbar India Restaurant (possible denial)

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zoning text amendment for pre-existing summer cottages, a coastal site plan for a single-family home addition, a daycare center special exception, and a 12-unit open space residential development on Buckley Road. The commission also denied a minor site plan modification for a fence at the Darbar India Restaurant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved zoning text amendment for pre-existing summer cottage/camp sites (unanimous)
• Approved special exception & coastal site plan for single-family home addition at 85 Sunset Beach Road (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for daycare center at 221 West Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved special exception/coastal site plan for 12-unit open space residential development at 14, 16 & 0 Buckley Road (unanimous)
• Denied minor site plan modification for fence at 168 Montowese St. (Darbar India Restaurant) without prejudice (unanimous)
• Continued special exception for apartment building renovation at 4 Three Elms Road to Sept. 1, 2022

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology on July 21, 2022. The commission will consider applications for coastal grading at 85 Sunset Beach Road, a daycare center at 221 West Main Street, and a multi-family dwelling at 4 Three Elm Road.

• Coastal grading at 85 Sunset Beach Road
• Daycare center at 221 West Main Street
• Multi-family dwelling at 4 Three Elm Road

Board of Education

This meeting of the Branford Board of Education, scheduled for July 20, 2022, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

RTM Public Services Committee

The committee is reviewing a ratified tentative agreement between the Town of Branford and Branford Fire Fighters Local #2533. The contract includes updates to wages, insurance providers, and work hour rules. If approved, the agreement will extend through June 30, 2026.

• Switching medical and dental providers to IAFF Health and Wellness plans, with an estimated annual savings for the Town of over $250,000
• Wage increases of 2.5% for FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24, and 2.25% for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26
• Increasing maximum consecutive work hours from 24 to 38 on certain units without a mandatory break
• A one-time $200 clothing allowance for employees promoted to a new rank
• Town coverage of costs for EMT-Basic certification refresher courses

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission meeting includes routine procedural items and reports. The commission will review dock applications, shellfish bed impact projects, and permit activity.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Permit activity report
• Budget report
• Enforcement report
• Update on lease collections

The Branford Shellfish Commission approved a private residential dock float project submitted by Coastline Consulting & Development, LLC, determining it would not adversely impact shellfish areas. The commission also approved the June 14, 2022 meeting minutes and reported issuing 33 permits since the last meeting, totaling $285 in revenue.

• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved dock float project at Maple Street & Indian Neck Ave, no adverse shellfish impact (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The Board of Police Commissioners Traffic Committee meeting scheduled for July 11, 2022, has been cancelled. No other items were included in the agenda.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will consider the position of Supernumerary Officer during an executive session. The Chief of Police will present monthly statistical and forfeiture reports and lead a discussion regarding the School Resource Officer Program. The meeting also includes letters of recognition for various officers and staff members.

• Consideration for the position of Supernumerary Officer
• Discussion regarding the School Resource Officer Program
• Monthly Statistical Report
• Forfeiture Report
• Letters of Recognition for various officers and staff

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved a conditional offer of employment to Patrick O'Malley as a Supernumerary Officer, effective August 1, 2022. The board also approved the June 13, 2022 minutes and the chief's report, which included a Compstat report and training updates. No votes were taken during executive session.

• Approved conditional offer to Patrick O'Malley as Supernumerary Officer, effective Aug 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved chief's report including Compstat and training updates (unanimous)

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The committee will consider several fund transfer requests, including $63,636 for Veteran’s Park tennis court renovations. It will also review a $20,000 transfer for a Natural Resource Inventory project. Additionally, the Finance Director will provide a FEMA fund update and the committee may consider a $161,746 transfer to the FEMA Fund.

• Transfer of $63,636 to the Court Renovation Program for Veteran’s Park tennis court renovations
• Transfer of $20,000 to the Natural Resource Inventory capital fund
• FEMA fund update from the Finance Director
• Proposed transfer of $161,746 from contingency to the FEMA Fund

The committee approved three transfer requests, including a $63,636 reallocation for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations, a reduced $10,000 transfer for a resource inventory, and a $161,746 FEMA fund transfer. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved $63,636 transfer for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 transfer for Conservation & Environment resource inventory (5-0)
• Approved $161,746 transfer to FEMA fund (5-0)

RTM Public Services Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee scheduled for July 7, 2022, is cancelled. No other business was listed on the agenda.

Planning & Zoning Commission

At its July 7, 2022 meeting, the Branford Planning & Zoning Commission recorded approvals for various applications. These included a cannabis establishment and a food truck park restaurant. The commission also approved a bond establishment and residential modifications.

• Approved cannabis establishment at 471 East Main Street
• Approved food truck park restaurant at 257 East Main Street
• Approved indoor recreation school at 803-873 West Main Street
• Approved two-lot subdivision at 125 Thimble Islands Road
• Approved bond establishment for 115 South Montowese Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is conducting public hearings for a food truck park at 257 East Main Street and a martial arts school at 803-873 West Main Street. The agenda also includes reviews of cannabis retail, residential grading, and new construction proposals.

• Public hearing: Food Truck Park at 257 East Main Street
• Public hearing: Tae Kwon Do School at 803-873 West Main Street
• Zoning amendment for pre-existing summer cottages/campsites
• Cannabis establishment special exception at 471 East Main Street
• Residential development at 14, 16 & 0 Buckley Road

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved four special exception applications: a hybrid retailer cannabis establishment at 471 East Main Street, a food truck park at 257 East Main Street, a Tae Kwon Do school at 803-873 West Main Street, and a two-family home modification at 33 West End Avenue. All approvals were unanimous with conditions. The commission also approved a $47,250 soil and erosion bond for the Parkside Development and continued several other applications to the July 21 meeting.

• Approved hybrid retailer cannabis establishment at 471 East Main St (unanimous)
• Approved food truck park at 257 East Main St (unanimous)
• Approved Tae Kwon Do school at 803-873 West Main St (unanimous)
• Approved two-family home modification at 33 West End Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 2-lot subdivision at 125 Thimble Islands Rd (unanimous)
• Established $47,250 soil and erosion bond for Parkside Development (unanimous)
• Continued Sunrise Cove zoning amendment to July 21
• Continued Buckley Road grading and OSRD applications to July 21

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology to consider three applications. These include requests for indoor recreation, a restaurant, and coastal grading.

• Special Exception for Indoor Recreation (Tae Kwon Do School) at 803-873 West Main Street
• Special Exception & Coastal Site Plan for a Restaurant (Food Truck Park) at 257 East Main Street
• Special Exception for Grading near tidal wetlands at 125 Thimble Islands Road

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The regular meeting of the RTM Administrative Services Committee scheduled for July 5, 2022, is canceled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice.

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee will discuss an ordinance regarding the Tax Collector position. The proposal would change the role from an elected two-year term to an appointment by the Board of Selectmen for a four-year term.

• Proposed ordinance changing Tax Collector from elected to appointed
• Proposal for a four-year term for the appointed Tax Collector
• Requirement for unanimous Board of Selectmen vote for appointment

The Rules and Ordinances Committee reviewed a draft ordinance authorizing the Board of Selectmen to appoint a Municipal Collector of Taxes, making several changes and approving each section unanimously. The committee voted to recommend the revised ordinance to the full RTM, subject to Town Attorney review. No final action was taken by the full RTM.

• Approved §1 authorization to appoint tax collector by unanimous Board of Selectmen vote (unanimous)
• Approved §2 term and qualifications, requiring certification within 4 years (unanimous)
• Approved §3 performance of duties, responsible to First Selectman (unanimous)
• Approved §4 effective date, deleting confusing charter language (unanimous)
• Recommended revised ordinance to full RTM, subject to Town Attorney review (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board will review several budget transfer requests, including $63,636 for Veteran’s Park tennis court renovations. They will also consider a three-year contract extension with Synagro Northeast LLC and a new bank account for the Firefighter's Union health program.

• $63,636 transfer for Veteran’s Park tennis court renovations
• Three-year contract extension with Synagro Northeast LLC for wastewater sludge management
• $20,000 transfer from the Conservation & Environment Commission to the Capital Fund
• $161,746 transfer from Contingency to the FEMA Fund
• New Liberty Bank account for Firefighter's Union Health Savings Accounts

The Branford Board of Finance unanimously approved several budget transfers, including $63,636 for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations, $20,000 for a Natural Resource Inventory, and $161,746 to restore the FEMA Fund. They also granted a favorable opinion for a 3-year extension of the sludge management agreement with Synagro Northeast LLC, approved moving $358,829 in uncollected 2016 taxes to the suspense list, and authorized a new bank account for firefighter health savings accounts.

• Approved $63,636 transfer for Veteran's Park tennis court renovations (unanimous)
• Granted favorable opinion for Synagro sludge agreement 3-year extension (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 transfer for Natural Resource Inventory (unanimous)
• Approved $358,829 transfer of uncollected 2016 taxes to suspense list (unanimous)
• Approved $161,746 transfer to FEMA Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized new Liberty Bank account for firefighter HSA program (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for June 23, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided.

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The Rules and Ordinances Committee will discuss an ordinance regarding the Tax Collector position. The proposal would change the role from a two-year elected term to an appointed four-year term. Under this ordinance, the appointee would be responsible to the First Selectman.

• Ordinance changing Tax Collector from elected to appointed
• Proposed four-year term for the Tax Collector
• New qualifications including a Bachelor's degree or related experience

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved an amendment to allow Hybrid Retailer Cannabis Establishments, effective July 12, 2022. The commission also approved a soil and erosion control bond for the Mariners Landing Development at 60 Maple Street.

• Zoning regulation amendment to allow Hybrid Retailer Cannabis Establishments
• Soil and Erosion Control Financial Guarantee (Bond) for 60 Maple Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on zoning changes for cannabis retailers and summer cottages. The agenda also includes discussions regarding site plans for a food truck park, a convenience store, and residential developments.

• Zoning amendment for hybrid retailer cannabis establishments
• Zoning amendment regarding pre-existing summer cottage/camp sites
• Special exception for a cannabis establishment at 471 East Main Street
• Site plan for a convenience store and pizza/deli at 230 East Main Street
• Special exception for a food truck park at 257 East Main Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved zoning regulation amendments to allow hybrid retailer cannabis establishments, effective July 12, 2022, ending the moratorium on that use. The commission also approved a $19,285 soil and erosion control bond for the Mariners Landing development. Several other applications were continued to future meetings, and one site plan application was withdrawn.

• Approved zoning text amendments allowing Cannabis Establishment – Hybrid Retailer (unanimous)
• Set moratorium end date for cannabis establishments to July 12, 2022
• Approved $19,285 soil and erosion control bond for Mariners Landing (unanimous)
• Continued Sunrise Cove Camp zoning amendment to July 7 meeting
• Continued 33 West Avenue special exception modification to July 7 meeting
• Continued 125 Thimble Islands Road subdivision to July 7 meeting
• Withdrew Shrestha Management site plan for 230 East Main Street
• Directed Town Planner to prepare approval motion for Bluepoint Apothecary special exception

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education will review committee reports and recognize student award recipients. Discussion items include updates on summer projects and non-resident tuition rates.

• CABE Student Leadership Award recognition
• District Retiree recognition
• Summer Projects Update
• Non-Resident Tuition Rates discussion
• Strategic Planning Committee update

The Branford Board of Education unanimously approved new non-resident tuition rates for the 2022-2023 school year. The board also approved the minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting. Other items were informational, including updates on summer projects, communications, and the strategic planning committee.

• Approved non-resident tuition rates for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes routine reports on permit activity, budget, enforcement, and lease collections.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Approval of May 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reports on permit activity, budget, and enforcement
• Update on lease collections

The commission unanimously approved the Town of Branford's project to rebuild the Branford Point Wharf, which includes a grant application, after reviewing drawings and discussing shellfishing impacts. It also approved purchasing two new shellfishing signs for $125 each from East Coast Sign and Supply. The minutes of the May 10, 2022 meeting were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Town's Branford Point Wharf rebuild project (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two shellfishing signs at $125 each (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold an executive session to interview candidates for two vacant full-time Firefighter/Paramedic positions. The board may also extend conditional offers of employment for these roles. The meeting includes committee reports and a discussion regarding volunteer staffing issues.

• Interviews for two vacant full-time Firefighter/Paramedic positions
• Potential conditional offers of employment for firefighter/paramedic roles
• Discussion regarding volunteer staffing issues

The Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously approved conditional job offers to Thomas O'Toole and Meghan Hayes as full-time Firefighter/Paramedics, with Shannon Filo to be offered a position if another opening occurs. The board also approved a $27,285.09 contract for Marine 5 Fire Boat electronics and a bid waiver for trading in old ambulance power stretchers. No votes were taken during executive sessions.

• Approved conditional job offers to Thomas O'Toole and Meghan Hayes as full-time Firefighter/Paramedics (unanimous)
• Approved $27,285.09 contract to L&L for Marine 5 Fire Boat electronics (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver request for trade-in of old ambulance power stretchers (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The Traffic Committee of the Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review traffic requests. The committee will consider signage for Stony Creek Legacy Theatre and a crosswalk on Brushy Plain Road. They will also approve minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting.

• Signage request for directions to Stony Creek Legacy Theatre
• Crosswalk request on Brushy Plain Road between the park and the condo complex
• Approval of May 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Traffic Committee approved a request for a crosswalk on Brushy Plain Road between Veterans Park and Island View Condominiums, referring it to the State DOT for consideration. A request for signage directing to Stony Creek Legacy Theatre was recommended for no action. The committee also noted that the Harbor St crosswalk at Lamphier Rd has been installed but still needs signage and striping.

• Approved crosswalk request on Brushy Plain Road, referred to State DOT (unanimous)
• Recommended no action on signage for Stony Creek Legacy Theatre
• Noted Harbor St crosswalk installed, signage and striping pending

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will review minutes from May meetings and hear reports from the Chief of Police. Executive sessions include interviews for lateral officers and a sergeant promotion. The Traffic Committee will also consider signage and crosswalk requests.

• Interviews for lateral officer positions
• Promotion to the rank of Sergeant
• Signage request for Stony Creek Legacy Theatre
• Crosswalk request on Brushy Plain Rd. between Veterans Park and Island View Condo

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved conditional job offers to Evan Beauvais as a Police Officer and Joseph Race as a Supernumerary Officer, both effective July 8, 2022, and promoted Mike Loftis to Sergeant effective June 14, 2022. The board also unanimously approved a crosswalk request on Brushy Plain Road to be referred to the State DOT. No votes were taken during executive session.

• Approved conditional offer to Evan Beauvais as Police Officer effective July 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional offer to Joseph Race as Supernumerary Officer effective July 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Promoted Mike Loftis to Sergeant effective June 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved crosswalk request on Brushy Plain Road, referred to State DOT (unanimous)

RTM

The RTM will meet to consider several administrative and personnel changes. This includes evaluating full-time funding for Registrar of Voters positions and adjusting rules regarding member absences. The meeting also covers lease extensions and participation in a tax credit program.

• Changing the Tax Collector from an elected official to a hired appointment
• Evaluating full-time funding for Registrar of Voters starting January 1, 2023
• Three-year lease extension with J&J Blasting
• Three-year lease extension with Zambelli Fireworks
• Participation in the Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit Program

The Branford Representative Town Meeting approved three-year lease extensions for J&J Blasting and Zambelli Fireworks at Stony Creek Quarry, and approved participation in the Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit Program for two nonprofits. The RTM re-referred the proposal to change the Tax Collector from elected to appointed, and repealed a rule on member absences. The meeting was largely procedural with several items re-referred due to committee quorum issues.

• Approved 3-year lease extension for J&J Blasting (1 abstention)
• Approved 3-year lease extension for Zambelli Fireworks (1 no vote)
• Approved Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit Program applications for CT Hospice and Community Dining Room (1 abstention)
• Re-referred proposal to change Tax Collector from elected to appointed (unanimous)
• Re-referred proposal to fund full-time Registrars of Voters (unanimous)
• Repealed RTM Clerk Rule 2.2 on member absences (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April RTM meeting (unanimous)

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The document details a lease agreement between the Town of Branford and J&J Blasting Corporation. The agreement permits the use of premises for storing explosives, vehicles, tools, and materials.

• Lease for explosive storage and business operations
• Annual rent of $7,200.00
• Requirement for a $4,000,000 umbrella insurance policy

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee is reviewing an amendment to the lease for Stony Creek Quarry. The amendment extends the lease term from July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2018. It also removes provisions for additional renewal terms.

• Three-year lease extension for Stony Creek Quarry
• Deletion of Section 3.2 regarding further renewal options

RTM Administrative Services Committee

This item concerns a second amendment to the lease between the Town of Branford and J&J Blasting Corporation. The amendment proposes extending the lease term for Stony Creek Quarry for three years, from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2021.

• Three-year lease extension for Stony Creek Quarry

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee is reviewing a third amendment to the lease for Stony Creek Quarry. This amendment would extend the agreement between the Town of Branford and J&J Blasting Corporation for three years, ending June 30, 2024.

• Three-year lease extension for Stony Creek Quarry

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The Board of Selectmen approved a three-year lease extension between the Town of Branford and J&J Blasting on May 4, 2022. This item is being presented to the RTM for legislative approval.

• Three-year lease extension with J&J Blasting

RTM Administrative Services Committee

This item involves a lease agreement between the Town of Branford and Zambelli Fireworks. The agreement allows the tenant to use the premises for storing consumer and display fireworks and related materials. The lease specifies an annual rent of $2,000.00.

• Lease agreement with Zambelli Fireworks
• $2,000.00 annual rent
• Use of premises for storing consumer and display fireworks
• Insurance requirements including a $1,000,000 occurrence limit

RTM Administrative Services Committee

This amendment to the lease between the Town of Branford and Zambelli Fireworks extends the term for the Stony Creek Quarry property. The amendment sets a new expiration date of May 14, 2025.

• Three-year lease extension for Stony Creek Quarry
• Elimination of provisions for additional renewal terms

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee will review lease amendments for J & J Blasting and Zambelli Fireworks. It will also consider participation in the 2022 Neighborhood Assistance Tax Program and a recommendation to evaluate full-time funding for Registrars of Voters.

• 3-year lease extension amendment for J & J Blasting
• 3-year lease extension amendment for Zambelli Fireworks
• Participation in the 2022 Neighborhood Assistance Tax Program
• Evaluation of full-time funding for Registrars of Voters starting January 1, 2023

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The Rules and Ordinances Committee will discuss a recommendation to repeal or modify RTM Rule 2.2. This rule requires the unseating of members who miss multiple meetings. The discussion addresses potential conflicts between the current rule and court rulings.

• Recommendation to repeal or modify RTM Rule 2.2 regarding member unseating

The Rules and Ordinances Committee voted unanimously to recommend repealing RTM Rule 2.2, which requires unseating members who miss three consecutive meetings, citing potential conflict with court rulings. The recommendation will go to the full RTM for a final decision.

• Recommended repeal of RTM Rule 2.2 to full RTM (unanimous)

RTM Public Services Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee scheduled for June 2, 2022, was cancelled. The notice was issued by Chair Don Conklin on May 25, 2022.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan for 15-19 Church Street. The approved project includes the addition of one single-family dwelling and one two-family dwelling.

• Site Plan Approval (Application #22-5.1) at 15-19 Church Street
• Addition of a new single-family dwelling
• Addition of a new two-family dwelling

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on amendments to allow hybrid retailer cannabis establishments and updates to summer cottage regulations. The agenda also includes site plan reviews for a food truck park, a convenience store, and a Tae Kwon Do school.

• Zoning amendment to allow Hybrid Retailer Cannabis Establishments (App #22-4.4)
• Special exception for cannabis establishment at 471 East Main Street (App #22-4.5)
• Zoning amendment regarding summer cottage/camp sites (App #22-4.1)
• Site plan for a food truck park at 257 East Main Street (App #22-5.6)
• Site plan for a convenience store and pizza/deli at 230 East Main Street (App #22-5.3)

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a new single-family and two-family dwelling at 15-19 Church Street, with conditions on erosion control, lighting, and stormwater calculations. Public hearings on cannabis retail zoning and a special exception for a hybrid retailer at 471 East Main Street were continued to June 16, as was a hearing on a two-family home at 33 West End Avenue. The commission also accepted a time extension for the Sunrise Cove zoning amendment hearing and tabled several other applications.

• Approved site plan for 15-19 Church Street (unanimous)
• Continued cannabis zoning amendment hearing to June 16
• Continued cannabis special exception hearing to June 16
• Continued 33 West End Avenue special exception hearing to June 16
• Accepted time extension for Sunrise Cove zoning amendment
• Tabled 125 Thimble Islands Road subdivision to June 16
• Tabled 230 East Main Street site plan to June 16
• Tabled 257 East Main Street food truck park to June 16

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for several applications. These include a proposed amendment to the zoning regulations and special exceptions for specific property uses.

• Zoning Regulation Amendment to allow Hybrid Retailer Cannabis Establishments
• Special Exception for a cannabis establishment at 471 East Main Street
• Special Exception Modification for a two-family home at 33 West End Avenue

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Branford RTM Ways and Means Committee on June 1, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting for the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for May 26, 2022, was canceled. No other agenda items were listed.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the Regional Command Post Vehicle and Asset Forfeiture Funds. No other agenda items are listed for this session.

• Discussion regarding Regional Command Post Vehicle and Asset Forfeiture Funds

The Board of Police Commissioners voted unanimously to participate with area towns in purchasing a Regional Command Post Vehicle, a 36-foot Freightliner, using $100,000 from the Asset Forfeiture Fund. Delivery is expected in 6-8 months, and a future request will be made for technology and software funding.

• Approved $100,000 from Asset Forfeiture Fund for Regional Command Post Vehicle (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and set the new mill rate. The meeting includes presentations on the performance of town pension and trust funds. Members will also consider adopting an investment policy for the Coastal Resiliency Fund.

• Setting the mill rate for fiscal year 2022-2023
• Adopting an Investment Policy Statement for the Coastal Resiliency Fund
• Reviewing performance of town pension and trust funds
• Discussing future ARPA allocations for local arts and commerce organizations
• Overview of the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget

Board of Finance

The Board will review the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and set the town's mill rate. Members will also consider adopting an investment policy for the Coastal Resiliency Fund. Additionally, the board will hear quarterly performance updates for several municipal pension and trust funds.

• Setting the mill rate for fiscal year 2022-2023
• Adopting an Investment Policy Statement for the Coastal Resiliency Fund
• Reviewing quarterly performance of the Police Pension Plan and OPEB Trust
• Discussing ARPA allocation requests from local arts and commerce organizations

The Board of Finance set the mill rate at 29.45 mills for fiscal year 2022-2023, unchanged from the prior year. They also approved several investment rebalancing motions for town funds, including selling approximately $545,000 in assets from the Police Pension Plan. No decisions were made on ARPA fund allocations, as presentations from the Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance and Shoreline Chamber of Commerce were informational only.

• Set mill rate at 29.45 mills for FY 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of ~$545,000 in Police Pension assets to cash (5-1)
• Approved rebalancing of Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan: buy ~$46,000 bond index, sell ~$14,000 (unanimous)
• Approved OPEB Trust rebalancing: sell ~$305,000 in real estate and MLP to cash (unanimous)
• Adopted Investment Policy Statement for Coastal Resiliency Fund (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance reviewed the first quarter 2022 performance of the Town of Branford Police Pension Plan. The presentation detailed global market trends, economic fundamentals, and the impact of geopolitical risks on various asset classes.

• 1Q22 Police Pension Plan performance review
• Analysis of global market drivers and geopolitical risks
• Review of US equity sector and factor returns

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance reviewed a presentation regarding first quarter 2022 market performance. The report covered global equity trends, US inflation rates, and geopolitical risks.

• Q1 2022 performance review

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the first quarter 2022 performance of the Town of Branford OPEB Trust. The presentation details market trends, including the impact of geopolitical risks and Federal Reserve interest rate changes on various asset classes.

• Review of 1Q22 OPEB Trust performance
• Analysis of global equity and fixed income returns
• Report on economic drivers including inflation and Fed tightening

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the first-quarter 2022 performance of the Coastal Resiliency Fund. The presentation covers global market trends, economic fundamentals, and equity sector returns.

• Coastal Resiliency Fund 1Q22 Performance Review
• Review of capital markets and economic drivers
• Analysis of US and international equity performance

Board of Finance

GYL Financial Synergies, LLC is presenting a due diligence review regarding the search for a new fixed income account manager for the Police Pension Plan. The report evaluates proposals from three firms—City National Rochdale, Macquarie Investment Management, and Sage Advisory—following personnel changes at Mesirow. The evaluation considers factors such as cost, resources, and service capabilities.

• Review of fixed income manager search for the Police Pension Plan
• Evaluation of City National Rochdale (fees starting at 35 bps)
• Evaluation of Macquarie Investment Management (19 bps proposed fee)
• Evaluation of Sage Advisory (proposed fees of 15 to 20 bps)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the town's Affordable Housing Plan effective May 19, 2022. They also approved amendments to solar regulations and a special exception for grading at 26 Old New England Road.

• Approval of the Affordable Housing Plan
• Zoning regulation amendment for solar regulations
• Special exception for grading at 26 Old New England Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously adopted the Affordable Housing Plan with corrections, effective 5/19/22, and approved solar regulation amendments, effective 6/6/22. It also approved a special exception for a single-family home at 26 Old New England Road with conditions. Several other applications were continued or withdrawn.

• Adopted Affordable Housing Plan with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved solar regulation amendments (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for single-family home at 26 Old New England Road (unanimous)
• Continued Buckley Road grading and OSRD applications to 6/2/22
• Continued Sunrise Cove zoning amendment to 6/2/22
• Approved 5/5/22 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of an Affordable Housing Plan. The commission will also review a special exception application for a single-family home at 26 Old New England Road.

• Proposed adoption of the Affordable Housing Plan
• Special Exception application for a single family home at 26 Old New England Road

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education will review Policy C19-02 and consider appointments for the Strategic Planning Committee. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Superintendent's annual review timeline and car allowance benefit.

• Second reading of Policy C19-02
• Strategic Planning Committee appointments
• Adjustment of Superintendent’s Annual Review timeline to September
• Reallocation of the Superintendent’s contractual car allowance benefit
• BOE Retreat planning

The Branford Board of Education approved the second reading of policy C19-02 and adjusted the superintendent's annual review timeline to September. They also appointed four members to the Strategic Planning Committee and tabled a discussion on reallocating the superintendent's car allowance. The meeting was largely procedural with no major fiscal decisions.

• Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Appointed Cantu, DeLucia, Prins, Troidle to Strategic Planning Committee (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of policy C19-02 (unanimous)
• Adjusted superintendent's annual review timeline to September (Troidle abstained)
• Tabled discussion on reallocating superintendent's car allowance (unanimous)

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance to change the Tax Collector position from an elected office to an appointed one with a four-year term. The meeting also includes a discussion on modifying RTM Rule 2.2 regarding member unseating.

• Ordinance changing Tax Collector from elected to appointed
• New qualification requirements for the Tax Collector position
• Review of RTM Rule 2.2 regarding member unseating

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes reports on permit activity, enforcement, and lease collections.

• Review of dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects
• Permit activity report
• Budget report
• Enforcement report
• Update on lease collections

The Branford Shellfish Commission met on May 10, 2022, and unanimously approved the minutes from the April 12 meeting. They also approved a $1,739 invoice from Kelsey's Boat Yard for spring services. No dock applications, public forum comments, or enforcement actions were reported. The commission discussed re-stocking plans and a potential recreational shellfishing bed off Rogers Island.

• Approved April 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Kelsey's Boat Yard invoice #1863 for $1,739.00 (unanimous)

RTM

The Branford Representative Town Meeting will consider and vote on the Board of Finance's recommended FY2022-2023 budget totaling $124,524,065, which includes $61,194,374 for the Board of Education and $63,329,691 for town departments. The meeting also covers several special fund appropriations and a proposal to fund the Registrar of Voters as full-time positions.

• Appropriation of $61,194,374 to the Board of Education (operating + capital)
• Appropriation of $63,329,691 for all other Town Departments
• Appropriation of $4,797,890 to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Budget
• Appropriation of $2,232,000 to the ARPA Fund Budget
• Proposal to evaluate funding Registrar of Voters as full-time positions starting Jan 1, 2023

The Branford Representative Town Meeting approved the overall town budget of $124,524,065 for fiscal year 2022-2023 in a 27-1 roll call vote. The education operating budget passed 26-2 with 1 abstention after an amendment for a 0% increase was withdrawn. All other fund budgets were approved, mostly unanimously, and the Registrar of Voters full-time funding item was re-referred to committee.

• Approved $124,524,065 FY2022-23 town budget (27-1)
• Approved $61,194,374 Board of Education budget (26-2, 1 abstention)
• Approved $63,329,691 for all other Town Departments (voice vote)
• Approved $63,051 Open Space Fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved $14,949 Sewer Assessment Fund budget (1 no vote)
• Approved $71,600 BOE Shoreline Adult Education Enrichment Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $373,460 BOE School Age Child Care Fund (unanimous)
• Re-referred Registrar of Voters full-time funding to committee (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The Traffic Committee of the Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to review several traffic-related requests. These include proposals for crosswalks on Indian Neck, a stop sign on Featherbed, and traffic calming measures on Hosley Avenue.

• Request for crosswalks along Indian Neck
• Request for stop sign on Featherbed
• Request for signage and traffic calming measures on Hosley Avenue

The Traffic Committee approved a request for increased police enforcement and a speed trailer on Pawson Rd. It also approved a crosswalk on Tool Drive, but only if funding becomes available, and recommended no further action on that request. The committee recommended an independent traffic study for Hosley Ave and no further action on a stop sign request for Featherbed. Minutes from the prior meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved increased police enforcement and speed trailer on Pawson Rd
• Approved crosswalk on Tool Drive, contingent on funding
• Recommended no further action on crosswalk request along Indian Neck
• Recommended no further action on stop sign request for Featherbed
• Recommended independent traffic study for Hosley Ave
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review the Chief's monthly statistical and forfeiture reports. The meeting includes reviewing requests for sidewalks and traffic calming measures in several areas. The board will also approve minutes from the April 11, 2022 meeting.

• Request for sidewalks along Indian Neck
• Request for a stop sign on Featherbed Lane
• Request for signage and traffic calming measures on Hosley Avenue
• Chief's CompStat Monthly Statistical Report
• Chief's Forfeiture Report

The Board of Police Commissioners met on May 9, 2022, and approved the minutes from the April 11 meeting. Chief Mulhern presented the monthly Compstat report, noting increases in theft of motor vehicle parts, mental health calls, and domestic violence calls with violence, while accidents were down. The commission discussed a potential Mobile Command Post Center, estimated at $300,000-$350,000, and recommended the chief research options and report back. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes from April 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended chief research Mobile Command Post Center options and report back
• Traffic Committee recommended no action on Indian Neck sidewalk request
• Traffic Committee recommended no action on Featherbed Lane stop sign request
• Traffic Committee recommended independent study for Hosley Avenue traffic calming
• Adjourned meeting at 6:01 p.m. (unanimous)

RTM Public Services Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee scheduled for May 5, 2022, has been cancelled.

• Cancellation of the May 5, 2022, committee meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission recorded several approvals during its May 5, 2022 meeting. These actions included approvals for multi-family residential development and special exceptions.

• Multi-family residential master plan at 61 Burban Drive approved with conditions
• Site plan/coastal site plan for 61 Burban Drive approved with conditions
• Oversized garage special exception at 44 Flat Rock Road approved with conditions
• Automotive sales special exception at 226 North Main Street approved with conditions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings for several zoning amendments, including rules for summer cottage sites. The agenda also includes applications for automotive sales, residential developments, and brewery site modifications.

• Amendment to add solar regulations (Application #22-3.3)
• Special exception for automotive sales at 226 North Main Street
• Amendment regarding pre-existing summer cottage/camp sites (Application #22-4.1)
• Site plan modification for a brewery at 16 Business Park Drive
• Two-car garage special exception at 44 Flat Rock Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special exception for an oversized two-car garage at 44 Flat Rock Road and a special exception for automotive sales at 226 North Main Street, both unanimously. It also approved a PDD site plan for a multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive (4-1) and set public hearings for June 2 on a cannabis retailer zoning amendment and related special exception. Several other applications were continued or tabled to later meetings.

• Approved special exception for oversized accessory structure (two-car garage) at 44 Flat Rock Road (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for automotive sales at 226 North Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved PDD site plan/coastal site plan for multi-family development at 61 Burban Drive (4-1, Palluzzi opposed)
• Set public hearing for June 2 on zoning amendment to allow hybrid retailer cannabis establishments (Application #22-4.4)
• Set public hearing for June 2 on special exception for hybrid retailer cannabis establishment at 471 East Main Street (Application #22-4.5)
• Set public hearing for June 2 on special exception modification for two-family home at 33 West End Avenue (Application #22-4.6)
• Continued public hearing for Buckley Road grading and OSRD applications to May 19
• Tabled site plan modifications for 16 Business Park Drive and 230 East Main Street to May 19

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings for three applications. These include requests for a two-car garage, automotive sales, and a zoning regulation amendment regarding summer cottages.

• Special exception for a two-car garage at 44 Flat Rock Road
• Special exception for automotive sales at 226 North Main Street
• Zoning regulation amendment regarding pre-existing summer cottages/camps

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Branford RTM Ways and Means Committee on May 4, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda contained only a cancellation notice.

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The Branford RTM Ways and Means Committee is holding a special meeting to act upon budgets for several departments. The agenda includes items related to debt service, conservation, recreation, and municipal insurance.

• Budgets for Principal Debt Service and Interest Debt Service
• Budgets for Conservation & Environment and Recreation Department
• Budget for Parks & Open Space Authority and Branford Cable Television
• Budgets for Sewer Assessment Fund, Pensions & Contributions, and insurance funds

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The Administrative Services Committee will consider proposed fiscal year 2022/2023 budgets for several municipal departments. This includes reviewing budget proposals for Human Services, IT, and the Tax Collector.

• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budget for Human Services
• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budget for Tax Collector
• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budget for Information Technology
• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budget for Elderly Services
• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budget for East Shore District Health Department

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee will consider and act upon proposed budgets for the 2022/2023 fiscal year across several departments. The meeting also includes a review of a recommendation to evaluate funding full-time positions for Registrars of Voters starting January 1, 2023.

• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budgets for departments including Human Services, Tax Collector, and IT
• Evaluation of a request to fund full-time Registrars of Voters positions beginning January 1, 2023

The RTM Administrative Services Committee approved all 14 proposed budgets for fiscal year 2022/2023 as amended by the Board of Finance, covering departments such as Human Services, Tax Collectors, Elections, IT, Elderly Services, and Legal Services. The committee also voted unanimously to re-refer a request to fund the Registrars of Voters on a full-time basis beginning 1/1/2023, following presentations from the Human Resources Director and Democratic Registrar. The meeting included a brief recess for caucus discussions on the budget.

• Approved all 14 FY2022-23 budgets as amended by Board of Finance (unanimous)
• Re-referred item to fund Registrars of Voters full-time starting 1/1/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved brief recess for caucus budget discussions (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:41 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education will review committee assignments and strategic planning appointments. The meeting also includes discussions on policy updates and a memorandum of understanding regarding paraprofessional wages.

• Paraprofessional Wage MOU
• BOE Committee Assignments
• Strategic Planning Committee Appointments
• First reading of Policy C19-02
• Healthy Food Certification

The Branford Board of Education unanimously approved a Memorandum of Agreement modifying the 2022-23 wage schedule for paraprofessionals, authorized the superintendent to execute it, and approved the first reading of COVID policy C19-02. The board also approved new committee assignments, amended the Strategic Planning Committee list, and certified compliance with Connecticut Nutrition Standards for school food sales. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved paraprofessional wage MOU (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of policy C19-02 (unanimous)
• Approved new BOE committee assignments (unanimous)
• Approved Strategic Planning Committee list as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Healthy Food Certification (unanimous)
• Approved food and beverage exemption motion (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss a personnel matter in executive session. The board will also consider and potentially vote on the employment status of Probationary Firefighter Anthony Salerno.

• Vote on the employment status of Probationary Firefighter Anthony Salerno
• Executive session regarding a personnel matter

Board of Fire Commissioners

The special meeting of the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for April 26, 2022, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will vote on several budget requests for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. These items were amended by the Board of Finance and previously reviewed in committee on April 7, 2022. The agenda covers various municipal departments including police, fire, and public works.

• Police Services budget request
• Fire Services budget request
• Public Works budget request
• Solid Waste Management budget request
• Municipal Government Buildings budget request

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission met on April 21, 2022, to act on several applications. Decisions included approving a zoning map amendment for 33 Elm Street and various site plans at Commercial Parkway. A restaurant modification request for West Main Street was denied.

• Zoning change from R1 to IG1 at 33 Elm Street (Approved)
• Special Exception & Coastal Site Plan for 45 West Haycock Point Rd. (Approved with conditions)
• Warehouse and e-commerce special exception at 49, 81-111 Commercial Parkway (Approved with conditions)
• Restaurant modification at 424-436 West Main Street (Denied)
• Subdivision modification at 99 Todd’s Hill Road (Approved)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings regarding new solar regulations and a zoning map change for 33 Elm Street. The agenda also includes discussions on several ongoing applications for residential development, warehouse distribution, and restaurant modifications.

• Zoning regulation amendment to add solar regulations
• Zoning map change from R1 to IG1 at 33 Elm Street
• Open Space Residential Development application for Buckley Road
• Warehouse distribution and e-commerce center application for Commercial Parkway
• Multi-family residential development master plan for 61 Burban Drive

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved two special exceptions for FSI Acquisitions LLC at 81-111 and 49 Commercial Pkwy, allowing warehouse distribution, e-commerce, and fulfillment centers, subject to extensive conditions. The commission also approved a zoning map change for 33 Elm Street, a coastal site plan for a single-family home at 45 West Haycock Pt. Rd., and a subdivision modification at 99 Todd's Hill Road. Several other applications were tabled, denied, or withdrawn.

• Approved special exceptions for warehouse distribution, e-commerce, and fulfillment centers at 81-111 & 49 Commercial Pkwy (unanimous)
• Approved zoning map change from R1 to IG1 for 33 Elm Street (unanimous)
• Approved special exception and coastal site plan for single-family home at 45 West Haycock Pt. Rd. (unanimous)
• Denied special exception modification for restaurant at 424-436 West Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision modification at 99 Todd's Hill Road (unanimous)
• Established bond for 383 East Main Street (unanimous)
• Tabled PDD master plan and site plan for 61 Burban Drive
• Withdrawn 2-lot subdivision at 125 Thimble Islands Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three applications. The items include adding solar regulations and reviewing site plans for residential and industrial land uses.

• Zoning regulation amendment to add solar regulations (Application #22-3.3)
• Coastal site plan for a single-family home at 45 Wes Haycock Point Road (Application #22-3.5)
• Zoning map amendment to change 33 Elm Street from R1 to IG1 (Application #22-3.4)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for April 21, 2022, has been canceled.

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The committee will review several department budgets for recommendation to the full RTM. This includes reviews for Building Inspection, Inland Wetlands, Planning and Zoning, and others. Members will also review a proposed ordinance regarding the election of the tax collector.

• Review of Building Inspection and Enforcement budget
• Review of Inland Wetlands budget
• Review of Planning and Zoning budget
• Review of Zoning Board of Appeals budget
• Proposed ordinance to make the tax collector position unelected

RTM

The meeting includes several budget transfer requests for departments such as Public Works, Human Services, and Parks & Open Space. Members will also consider ARPA fund appropriations for IT storage and a recreation Showmobile. Additionally, the RTM will review a proposal to change the Tax Collector position from elected to appointed.

• $1,507,866 transfer in the Sewer Reserve Fund for plant improvements
• $380,000 ARPA Fund appropriation for IT storage and a Showmobile
• Proposal to change the Tax Collector position from elected to appointed
• Board of Education capital project redesignations totaling $192,026.19
• Parks & Open Space budget transfer for repairs following Hurricane Ida

The Branford RTM approved the Housing Authority's Temporary Access Agreement for Parkside Village I/Sliney Road construction by a 23-4 roll call vote, after a motion to table was defeated. The RTM also approved multiple budget transfers, including $1,507,866 for sewer plant improvements, $48,015 for Public Works overtime, and $380,000 in ARPA funds for IT and recreation equipment. A proposal to change the Tax Collector position from elected to appointed was re-referred to committee.

• Approved Housing Authority Temporary Access Agreement for Parkside Village I/Sliney Road (23-4)
• Approved $1,507,866 sewer reserve fund transfer for plant improvements
• Approved $351,925 transfer from capital fund to sewer reserve fund
• Approved $48,015 Public Works transfer for overtime and professional development
• Approved $3,500 transfer for Branford Cable TV part-time help
• Approved $11,829 transfer for Public Celebration equipment rental
• Approved $192,026.19 Board of Education capital project redesignations
• Approved $380,000 ARPA fund appropriation for IT storage and recreation showmobile

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes reports on permit activity, enforcement, budget, and lease collections.

• Review of Dock Applications and Shellfish Bed Impact Projects
• Communications regarding S & V Screenprinting Invoice
• Permit activity review
• Budget report
• Update on Lease Collections

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The committee will consider requests for resident parking behind apartments on Main St and a sign review at I-95 exit 56. Members will also follow up on the status of voice assist at the corner of Main St and Montowese St.

• Resident parking request behind Main St apartments
• Sign review request for non-interstate sign at I-95 exit 56 (north and south)
• Status follow-up on voice assist at Main St and Montowese St

The Traffic Committee recommended approval for increased police enforcement and a speed trailer on Pawson Rd. It recommended no action on resident parking in the Harrison lot and on I-95 signage at exit 56. The voice-assist traffic light at Montowese St. and Main St. will be part of a later sidewalk/crosswalk upgrade.

• Approved increased police enforcement and speed trailer on Pawson Rd
• Recommended no action on Harrison parking lot resident spaces
• Recommended no action on I-95 exit 56 signage
• Noted voice-assist light at Montowese St. and Main St. in future upgrade

Board of Police Commissioners

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from March 14, 2022. The Chief of Police will present monthly statistical and forfeiture reports.

• Approval of March 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• CompStat Monthly Statistical Report
• Forfeiture Report
• Letters of recognition for Officers Crowley & Maclsaac, Sgt. A. Morgan, and Officer Vitale

The Board of Police Commissioners approved the Traffic Committee's recommendations, which included taking no action on a resident parking request behind apartments on Main St. and a non-interstate sign at exit 56 off I-95. The board also heard reports on crime statistics, training, and recruitment, and approved the Chief's report unanimously.

• Approved minutes from March 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Chief's report (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Committee recommendations (unanimous)
• No action on resident parking request behind Main St. apartments
• No action on non-interstate sign at exit 56 off I-95

RTM Public Services Committee

The committee will hear presentations regarding budget requests for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. These include reviews for Police, Fire, and Public Works departments. The committee will also consider a requested budget transfer within the Department of Public Works.

• FY 2022/2023 budget request presentations for various town departments
• Police Services and Special Detail budget reviews
• Fire Services and Emergency Management budget reviews
• $48,015 budget transfer within the Department of Public Works

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission met on April 7, 2022, to take action on several applications. The commission approved special exceptions for indoor recreation and a garage. A bond establishment was also approved.

• Approved indoor recreation at 221 West Main Street (Unit 7)
• Approved attached two car garage at 36 Greenfield Avenue
• Approved bond establishment for 75 Todds Hill Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for several land-use applications. These include a proposed open space residential development at 14, 16, and 0 Buckley Road, an indoor recreation use at 221 West Main Street, and garage construction near a wetland at 36 Greenfield Avenue.

• Open space residential development and grading at 14, 16, & 0 Buckley Road
• Indoor recreation use at 221 West Main Street (Unit 7)
• Garage construction near an inland wetland at 36 Greenfield Avenue

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special exception for an indoor fencing school at 221 West Main St. (Unit 7) and a two-car attached garage at 36 Greenfield Avenue, both unanimously. The commission continued the public hearing for the 12-home Buckley Road development to April 21, and set a May 19 public hearing for the draft Affordable Housing Plan. Several other items were tabled or scheduled for future meetings.

• Approved indoor recreation special exception for fencing school at 221 West Main St. Unit 7 (unanimous)
• Approved attached two-car garage special exception at 36 Greenfield Avenue (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for May 19, 2022 on draft Affordable Housing Plan (unanimous)
• Continued Buckley Road 12-home OSRD/grading hearing to April 21, 2022
• Tabled restaurant modification at 424-436 West Main St. to next meeting
• Tabled 2-lot subdivision at 125 Thimble Islands Road to April 21, 2022
• Tabled site plan modification for brewery at 16 Business Park Drive to April 21, 2022
• Established bond for 75 Todds Hill Rd (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding several special exception applications. These include a proposed residential development on Buckley Road and an indoor recreation use on West Main Street.

• Open Space Residential Development at 14, 16, & 0 Buckley Road
• Grading application for 14, 16, & 0 Buckley Road
• Indoor recreation use at 221 West Main Street (Unit 7)
• Garage construction grading at 36 Greenfield Avenue

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The RTM Ways and Means Committee will review various departmental budgets and consider several budget transfer requests. These include funding for trail repairs following Hurricane Ida and equipment rentals for public events. The committee will also consider $308,000 in ARPA fund appropriations.

• $380,000 ARPA Fund appropriation for IT storage and a recreation Showmobile
• $7,000 transfer to Parks & Open Space for trail repairs following Hurricane Ida
• $11,829 transfer to Public Celebration for event staging rental
• $3,500 transfer to Branford Cable Television for part-time help

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The committee will review several departmental budgets and consider multiple budget transfer requests. These include funding for a SAN storage device and a recreation showmobile using ARPA funds. Other items involve reallocating funds for trail repairs, event staging rentals, and staff payroll.

• $380,000 ARPA fund appropriation for a SAN storage device and a recreation showmobile
• $7,000 transfer to Parks & Open Space for trail and pond repairs following Hurricane Ida
• $11,829 transfer to Public Celebration for event staging rentals
• $3,500 transfer to Branford Cable TV for seasonal and part-time help
• $53,000 transfer from contingency to support Orchard House roof and MUA Volunteer Services Center

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold an executive session to interview candidates for a full-time Firefighter Paramedic role. The board will also consider extending a conditional offer of employment for the position.

• Interviewing candidates for Firefighter Paramedic position
• Considering conditional offers of employment for Firefighter Paramedic

The Board of Fire Commissioners held a special meeting on April 6, 2022, primarily to interview a candidate for a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic position. After a closed executive session, the board unanimously voted to extend a conditional offer of employment to Thomas Wrede. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Entered executive session to interview candidate (unanimous)
• Extended conditional offer of employment to Thomas Wrede (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The Housing Authority is presenting a Temporary Access Agreement to the committee for RTM approval. The agreement allows for the temporary use of Town property to support construction activities for the Parkside Village I redevelopment. This includes the widening of Sliney Road and the creation of an emergency vehicle parking area.

• Temporary Access Agreement for Parkside Village I redevelopment
• Widening and improvement of Sliney Road
• Construction of an Emergency Vehicle Parking Area
• Use of Town property at Foote Memorial Park for construction purposes

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The Human Services Director is requesting approval for three budget transfers within the department. The requests involve moving funds from Wages & Salaries to cover part-time help, uniforms, and miscellaneous client needs.

• $9,000 transfer to Seasonal/Part-time help to meet IRS guidelines
• $2,000 transfer to Uniforms/Clothing for branded apparel
• $1,000 transfer to Miscellaneous for client service cost overruns

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee will review proposed fiscal year 2022/2023 budgets for various town departments. Members will also consider an easement agreement for the Parkside I affordable housing project. Additionally, a $12,000 budget transfer request for Human Services is up for consideration.

• Parkside I affordable housing construction and access easement
• $12,000 budget transfer for Human Services
• Review of FY 2022/2023 department budgets

The RTM Administrative Services Committee approved a Construction and Temporary Access Easement and Agreement for the Parkside I affordable housing project, allowing temporary use of town property for construction and Sliney Road widening. The committee also approved a $12,000 transfer for Human Services (Branford Counseling) and reviewed proposed FY 2022/2023 budgets, with a vote scheduled for May 3, 2022.

• Approved Construction and Temporary Access Easement and Agreement for Parkside I (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $12,000 transfer for Human Services (Branford Counseling) (unanimous)
• Reviewed FY 2022/2023 budgets; vote deferred to May 3, 2022

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education is meeting to consider and potentially vote on the 2022-23 school year calendar. The agenda also includes a period for public comment.

• Vote to approve the 2022-23 School Year Calendar

The Branford Board of Education unanimously approved the 2022-2023 school year calendar Option 1. Public comment included a request to recognize the Hindu Festival and questions about calendar choices. The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM and adjourned at 7:49 PM.

• Approved 2022-2023 school year calendar Option 1 (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on all appeals received. The agenda does not list specific properties or dollar amounts.

• Vote on all received assessment appeals

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing several budget transfer requests for various town departments. These include reallocating funds for sewer plant upgrades, repairing trails damaged by Hurricane Ida, and addressing staffing needs in Public Works.

• $1,507,866 transfer to the Sewer Reserve Fund for plant upgrades including UV light disinfection
• $7,000 transfer in Parks & Open Space to repair trails damaged by Hurricane Ida
• $48,015 transfer in Public Works to cover overtime and professional development
• $11,829 transfer for equipment rental to replace unsafe town-owned event staging
• $12,000 transfer in Human Services for seasonal help and uniforms

Board of Finance

The Board of Education is presenting a $61,342,641 operating budget request to the Board of Finance, representing a 2.4% increase over the previous year. The increase is primarily driven by rising health insurance projections. The proposal also includes funding for an assessment of John B. Sliney School and elementary school air quality improvements.

• $61,342,641 total operating budget request
• $1,437,300 increase over the previous year's appropriation
• Funding for an assessment of John B. Sliney School
• Capital budget requests for roof replacement and elementary school air quality improvements

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is presenting the proposed budget requirements for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The proposal includes total budget requirements of $127,024,327 and a net amount to be raised from taxation of $112,433,740. This represents an increase in both total requirements and the proposed mill rate.

• Proposed mill rate increase from 29.45 to 30.25
• Requested town capital project funds of $4,670,632
• Board of Education budget request of $61,342,641
• Proposed total net taxes to be raised: $112,433,740
• Requested contingency fund increase to $1,055,824

Board of Finance

The Board of Education is requesting that the Board of Finance approve moving $145,510.19 between capital projects. The proposal reallocates funds from BHS cafeteria improvements, elevator upgrades, and dugout/pressbox projects to support door replacements, bathroom renovations, and tile replacement. This includes using a surplus in the Food Service program to fund architectural studies and tank removal.

• Redesignation of $10,198.19 from BHS Dugouts/Pressbox to Systemwide Door Replacement
• Redesignation of $15,312 from Elevator Upgrades to Bathroom Renovations
• Redesignation of $120,000 from BHS Cafeteria Improvements to architectural studies and tile replacement
• Funding for removal of abandoned underground storage tanks

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is seeking community feedback on the draft 2022-2027 Affordable Housing Plan. This plan is being prepared as required by State law.

• Public input for the draft 2022-2027 Affordable Housing Plan

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to review the presentation of the Draft Branford Affordable Housing Plan. The agenda includes opportunities for public comments and commission discussion regarding the draft plan.

• Presentation of the Draft Branford Affordable Housing Plan
• Public comments
• Commission discussion and comment

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for March 24, 2022, was cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for March 24, 2022, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Rules & Ordinances Committee scheduled for March 22, 2022, has been cancelled.

• Cancellation of the March 22, 2022, regular meeting

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will continue budget hearing presentations for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Scheduled presenters include various education and library departments.

• Shoreline Adult Education (formerly ERACE) presentation
• School Age Child Care presentation
• Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library presentation
• James Blackstone Memorial Library presentation
• Board of Education presentation

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will continue budget hearing presentations for several departments for fiscal year 2022-2023. The meeting also includes closing public hearings for the upcoming budget and reviewing American Rescue Plan requests.

• Budget hearing presentations for FY 2022-2023
• Closing of Fiscal 2022-2023 Budget public hearings
• Presentation on Pension and OPEB valuations
• Presentation of American Rescue Plan (ARPA) requests

The Board of Finance held a regular meeting with no substantive votes. It heard a pension/OPEB actuarial presentation recommending keeping the 6.50% investment return assumption, and continued FY2022-23 budget hearings with department presentations. The Finance Director also reviewed $2.6 million in initial ARPA funding requests, leaving a $5.64 million balance. No budget or ARPA decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Closed public hearings for FY2022-23 budget (motion by Cassella, seconded by DiAdamo)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:25 p.m. (motion by Cassella, seconded by Vailette)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved three applications during its March 17, 2022 meeting. These decisions included special exceptions for motor vehicle use and a coastal site plan for a single-family home.

• Motor Vehicle Service at 59 North Harbor Street approved with conditions
• Motor Vehicle Sales at 59 North Harbor Street approved with conditions
• Coastal Site plan for a Single Family Home at 33 Island View Avenue approved with conditions

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding warehouse distribution at Commercial Parkway and multi-family residential development on Burban Drive. The agenda also includes reviews of motor vehicle services, restaurant modifications, and solar regulation amendments.

• Warehouse distribution and grading at 81-111 Commercial Pkwy
• Multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive
• Motor vehicle service and sales at 59 North Harbor Street
• Restaurant modification at 424-436 West Main Street
• Zoning regulation amendment for solar regulations

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Finance scheduled for March 17, 2022, has been cancelled. This cancellation applies to the scheduled budget hearings.

• Cancellation of the March 17, 2022, regular meeting and budget hearings

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review district updates and elementary literacy presentations. The board will consider voting on a per-student donation to Project Graduation and assigning the Strategic Planning Committee composition. Members will also deliberate on potential candidates for a Board of Education vacancy.

• Vote on per-student donation to Project Graduation
• Assignment of Strategic Planning Committee composition
• Deliberation on potential Board of Education candidates
• Vote to fill a Board of Education vacancy
• Presentation on elementary literacy

Board of Education

The Board of Education is conducting interviews for potential candidates to fill a vacant member seat. A vote regarding the vacancy will occur during the regular meeting scheduled for the same day.

• Interviews for a vacant Board of Education member seat

The Branford Board of Education held a special meeting to interview four candidates for the seat vacated by Dawn Perrotti. No appointment was made during the meeting; the board only conducted interviews. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Interviewed candidates Neil Sullivan, Ryan Adinolfi, Brett Joly, and Cristina Cantu for the vacated BOE seat
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (Michaels/Gaffney motion)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals has scheduled a special meeting for March 15, 2022. The agenda consists only of procedural items regarding hearings by appointment.

• Hearings by appointment

The Board of Assessment Appeals held a special meeting on March 15, 2022, to conduct hearings by appointment. The board members heard appeals in separate rooms, and the hearings adjourned after the last appointment. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Conducted assessment appeal hearings by appointment (unanimous consent to adjourn after last appointment)

Board of Finance

The Branford Board of Finance will hold a series of budget hearing presentations for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The meeting includes presentations from various town departments and committees regarding their upcoming budgets.

• Budget hearings for Police Services, Fire Services, and Emergency Management
• Budget hearings for Engineering, Public Works, and Animal Control
• Budget hearings for Solid Waste Management & Recycling and Municipal Buildings
• Budget hearings for Conservation & Environment and Recreation Department
• Budget hearings for Municipal Insurance and Employee Group Insurance

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will continue budget hearing presentations for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Various municipal departments and committees are scheduled to present their budgets.

• Police Services budget presentation
• Public Works budget presentation
• Fire Services budget presentation
• Animal Control budget presentation
• Pensions & Contributions budget presentation

The Board of Finance met on March 15, 2022, to continue budget hearing presentations for fiscal year 2022-2023. The meeting was informational, with department heads presenting their budget requests; no votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was for budget presentations only

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The March 14, 2022 meeting of the Branford Board of Police Commissioners Traffic Committee has been cancelled.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will introduce members and review the schedule for upcoming hearings. The meeting includes a discussion on procedures for individual hearings and scheduled hearings by appointment.

• Introduction of board members
• Review of hearing schedules
• Discussion on individual hearing procedures
• Hearings by appointment

RTM Public Services Committee

This document presents the requested town budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. It outlines a proposed increase in the mill rate to 30.25 and total requested expenditures of $127,024,327. The presentation details funding requests across various departments including public safety, public works, and the Board of Education.

• Proposed mill rate increase from 29.45 to 30.25
• Total requested expenditures of $127,024,327
• Board of Education budget request of $61,342,641
• Town Capital Project funds request of $4,670,632
• Net taxes to be raised totaling $112,433,740

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

This document presents the proposed FY 2022-2023 budget for the Town of Branford. It outlines a total budget requirement of $127,024,327 and a projected mill rate of 30.25. The presentation details requested funding across various departments including public safety, public works, and education.

• Proposed mill rate increase from 29.45 to 30.25
• Total budget requirements of $127,024,327
• Board of Education expenditure request of $61,342,641
• Town Capital Project funds request of $4,670,632
• Tax Collector revenue request of $114,275,909

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from the February 15th meeting. The Chief of Police is scheduled to present CompStat, forfeiture, and budget review reports.

• Approval of February 15th meeting minutes
• Chief's CompStat Report
• Chief's Forfeiture Report
• 2022-2023 Budget Review

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the February 15, 2022 minutes and accepted the Chief's report, which covered a decrease in arrests, an increase in catalytic converter thefts and shoplifting, a flat 2022-2023 budget, and ongoing building project updates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved February 15, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Chief's report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is conducting budget hearing presentations for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The schedule includes various town departments and committees presenting their budgets.

• Budget hearing presentations for fiscal year 2022-2023
• Presentations from Human Services, Tax Collector, and Elections
• Presentations from Information Technology and Elderly Services
• Presentations from East Shore District Health Department
• Presentations from Building Inspection, Planning and Zoning, and Economic Development

Board of Finance

The Branford Board of Finance will conduct budget hearing presentations for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The meeting includes scheduled presentations from various town departments and committees regarding their upcoming budgets.

• Budget hearings for Human Services, Tax Collector, Elections, and Information Technology
• Budget hearings for Elderly Services and East Shore District Health Department
• Budget hearings for Building Inspection, Planning and Zoning, and Economic Development
• Budget hearings for Water Pollution Control Authority
• Budget hearings for Principal Debt Service, Interest Debt Service, and Contingency

The Board of Finance met on March 14, 2022, to begin budget hearing presentations for fiscal year 2022-2023. The meeting was procedural, with department heads presenting their budget requests according to the agenda. No final budget decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• No substantive decisions made; budget presentations only

RTM

The Branford Representative Town Meeting will meet on March 9, 2022, to consider a tax abatement request for Parkside Village. The agenda also includes multiple budget transfers to account for union contract salary changes and departmental expenses.

• Tax abatement request for Parkside Village
• $105,000 budget transfer for Fire Commissioners overtime
• Budget amendments for Public Works and Supervisor union contracts
• $10,166 budget transfer for Registrar of Voters supplies
• $1,900 budget transfer for Legal Services expenses

The Branford Representative Town Meeting approved a 20-year, 100% real property tax abatement for the Parkside Village housing redevelopment at 115 South Montowese Street, with a roll call vote of 20-5. The RTM also unanimously approved several budget transfers, including for Shoreline Adult Education, Fire Services overtime, Registrar of Voters supplies, and salary adjustments for Public Works and Supervisor's Union contracts. A letter proposing to change the Tax Collector position from elected to appointed was referred to the Rules and Ordinances Committee.

• Approved 20-year tax abatement for Parkside Village redevelopment (20-5)
• Approved $3,000 budget transfer for Shoreline Adult Education (unanimous)
• Approved $105,000 transfer to Fire Services overtime (unanimous)
• Approved $10,166 transfer for Registrar of Voters supplies (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Union salary budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Supervisor's Union salary budget amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $1,900 transfer for Legal Services expenses (unanimous)
• Referred Tax Collector position change proposal to Rules and Ordinances Committee

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education is holding a special meeting to appoint a District Technology Director. The board will also interview potential candidates to fill a vacant Board of Education member seat.

• Appointment of District Technology Director
• Interviews for potential candidates to fill a vacant Board of Education member seat

Board of Education

The Board of Education will interview candidates to fill a vacant board member seat. The meeting also includes the appointment of the District Technology Director.

• Appointment of District Technology Director
• Interviews for potential Board of Education member candidates

The Branford Board of Education met virtually on March 9, 2022, and unanimously approved the appointment of Robert Kovi as the District's Technology Director. The interview portion for a vacant board seat was rescheduled, and the meeting adjourned after the appointment.

• Approved appointment of Robert Kovi as District Technology Director (unanimous)
• Rescheduled interviews for vacant BOE member seat

Shellfish Commission

The Branford Shellfish Commission will review dock applications and shellfish bed impact projects. The meeting also includes updates on permit activity, enforcement reports, and lease collections.

• Review of Dock Applications and Shellfish Bed Impact Projects
• Communications regarding Tyco Printing Invoice and Kelsey’s Boat Yard
• Permit Activity review
• Budget Report
• Update on Lease Collections

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will meet to consider a request from the Board of Fire Commissioners regarding a budget transfer. The proposal involves moving $105,000 from regular wages and salaries to overtime for the current fiscal year.

• $105,000 budget transfer from Regular Wages and Salaries to Overtime

The Public Services Committee approved a $105,000 transfer within the Fire Services budget for the current fiscal year, moving funds from regular wages and salaries to overtime. The request came from the Board of Fire Commissioners and was recommended by the Branford Board of Finance. The motion passed unanimously, 5-0.

• Approved $105,000 Fire Services budget transfer from regular wages to overtime (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission has issued notice for public hearings to be held on April 7, 2022. The commission will consider applications for residential development and grading on Buckley Road, an indoor recreation use on West Main Street, and garage construction near a wetland on Greenfield Avenue.

• Open Space Residential Development at 14, 16, & 0 Buckley Road
• Grading application for 14, 16, & 0 Buckley Road
• Indoor recreation use at 221 West Main Street (Unit 7)
• Garage construction near an inland wetland at 36 Greenfield Avenue

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for warehouse distribution at Commercial Parkway and multi-family housing on Burban Drive. The meeting also includes discussions on solar regulation amendments and the draft Affordable Housing Plan.

• Warehouse distribution and e-commerce application for 81-111 Commercial Pkwy
• Multi-family residential development plan for 61 Burban Drive
• Zoning regulation amendment regarding the addition of solar regulations
• Mixed-use development master plan for East Main Street
• Motor vehicle service and sales applications at 59 North Harbor Street

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a PDD/Master Plan modification for 383 East Main Street, adding 44 residential units with three designated as affordable, effective March 24, 2022. The commission also approved related site plan and grading applications for the same property, and approved special exceptions for a single-family house at 98-102 Seaview Avenue and a home office at 27 Halls Point Road. Several public hearings were continued to March 17, including the Amazon warehouse proposals and a McDonald's drive-thru modification.

• Approved PDD/Master Plan modification for 383 East Main St with 3 affordable units (unanimous)
• Approved Special Exception and Coastal Site Plan for 98-102 Seaview Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Special Exception for home office at 27 Halls Point Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Regulation Amendment adding BL-HR zone to sign table (unanimous)
• Approved grading and site plan modifications for 383 East Main St (unanimous)
• Established bond for 69 Todd's Hill Rd at $3,980 (unanimous)
• Released bond for 14 Lomartra Lane at $4,000 (unanimous)
• Established bond for 31 Lomartra Lane at $4,000 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings via remote technology on March 3, 2022. The commission is considering applications for motor vehicle services and sales at 59 North Harbor Street. Other items include a home office request, a single-family home coastal site plan, and a restaurant modification.

• Motor vehicle service and sales at 59 North Harbor Street
• Home office special exception at 27 Halls Point Road
• Single family home coastal site plan at 98-102 Seaview Avenue
• Restaurant modification at 424-436 West Main Street

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee will consider requests to amend budgets for several union contracts. This includes salary adjustments for the Public Works Union and the Supervisor's Union. Additionally, the committee will review a request for a budget transfer to cover legal expenses related to sewer utility billing errors.

• Salary amendments for Public Works Union contract (General Government Buildings, Transfer Station, and Public Works)
• $21,262 contingency transfer for Supervisor’s Union salary changes
• $1,328 transfer to the Animal Control Fund for salary changes
• $1,900 transfer from Contingency to Legal Services for expenses and claims

The committee approved two budget transfers to fund salary changes from collective bargaining agreements for Public Works and Supervisor's Union contracts, plus a $1,900 transfer for legal services to correct sewer billing accounting issues. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved $188,470 in transfers for Public Works Union salary adjustments (5-0)
• Approved $21,262 transfer for Supervisor's Union salary increases (5-0)
• Approved $1,328 transfer to Animal Control Fund for Supervisor's Union wages (5-0)
• Approved $1,900 transfer for Legal Services to correct sewer billing accounting (5-0)

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee will consider a $10,166 budget transfer for the Registrar of Voters to cover supplies. Members will also review a request from the Branford Housing Authority for a tax abatement at Parkside Village.

• $10,166 budget transfer for Registrar of Voters supplies
• Tax abatement renewal request for Parkside Village redevelopment

The RTM Administrative Services Committee unanimously approved a $10,166 budget transfer for the Registrar of Voters, reallocating funds to cover COVID-related supply shortages. The committee also approved a tax abatement for the Branford Housing Authority at Parkside 1 under Section 169 of the Town Code, with a 5-0 vote and two abstentions.

• Approved $10,166 budget transfer for Registrar of Voters (7-0)
• Approved tax abatement for Branford Housing Authority at Parkside 1 (5-0, 2 abstentions)

Board of Finance

The Board will hear presentations on the performance of town pension and trust funds. Members will consider several budget transfers, including adjustments for Public Works and Fire Services personnel costs. The board will also discuss updates regarding the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Budget transfer of $140,641 for Public Works wages and overtime
• $105,000 budget transfer for Fire Commissioners overtime
• Adoption of the Coastal Resiliency Fund Investment Policy Statement
• Salary increases for various departments per Supervisor’s Union contract
• Performance reviews for Police Pension and OPEB funds

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review pension plan performances and discuss the American Rescue Plan Act. The board will consider several budget transfers, including adjustments for Public Works and Supervisor's Union contracts. Additionally, members will review proposed pay rate increases for part-time EMTs and Paramedics.

• Salary changes for Public Works Union contract totaling $140,641
• Proposed pay rate increases for part-time EMTs and Paramedics
• Budget transfer of $105,000 to Fire Services overtime
• Performance presentations for Police Pension and OPEB funds
• Budget transfer of $10,166 for the Registrar of Voters

The Board of Finance unanimously approved a pay increase for part-time EMTs and paramedics, raising base pay to $24/hour for EMTs and $35/hour for paramedics, plus a 10% quarterly bonus for those working 72+ hours. The board also approved several budget transfers, including $105,000 for fire overtime, $3,000 for Shoreline Adult Education, $10,166 for the Registrar of Voters, and $188,632 for union contract salary adjustments. All transfers were recommended to the RTM.

• Approved part-time EMT/paramedic pay increase to $24/$35 per hour plus 10% bonus (unanimous)
• Approved $105,000 transfer for Fire Services overtime (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 transfer for Shoreline Adult Education (unanimous)
• Approved $10,166 transfer for Registrar of Voters (unanimous)
• Approved $188,632 in transfers for Public Works union contract salaries (unanimous)
• Approved $21,262 transfer for Supervisor's Union contract salaries (unanimous)
• Approved $1,900 transfer for Legal Services (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance reviewed the fourth-quarter 2021 performance of the Town of Branford Police Pension Plan. The presentation included an analysis of capital markets, asset allocation, and economic drivers such as inflation and central bank policies. It also addressed global market risks and regional equity returns.

• 4Q21 Police Pension Plan performance review
• Review of capital markets and asset allocation
• Analysis of US inflation and monetary policy trends
• Overview of global equity and fixed income index performance

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing a performance report for the Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan covering the fourth quarter of 2021. The presentation includes an analysis of capital markets, inflation trends, and global economic risks.

• Review of Volunteer Fire Incentive Plan 4Q21 performance
• Analysis of US and international equity returns
• Report on inflation trends and central bank policy
• Assessment of global political and economic risk factors

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing a performance report for the Town of Branford OPEB Trust covering the fourth quarter of 2021. The presentation includes analysis of capital markets, economic drivers such as inflation, and various global risk factors.

• Review of 4Q21 OPEB Trust performance
• Analysis of equity, fixed income, and alternative investment returns
• Discussion of inflation and central bank monetary policies
• Assessment of political risks including Russia-NATO relations

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing the fourth-quarter 2021 performance of the Coastal Resiliency Fund. The presentation includes an analysis of capital markets, asset allocation history, and economic risk factors such as inflation.

• Coastal Resiliency Fund 4Q21 performance review
• Review of capital markets and asset allocation history
• Analysis of economic drivers including inflation and central bank policies

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will consider approving the 2022-2023 budget. The board will also review a request from M.P. Rice Hose Company No. 2 to participate in the Greater New Haven Saint Patrick’s Day Parade.

• Approval of the 2022-2023 budget
• Request for M.P. Rice Hose Company No. 2 to join the Saint Patrick's Day Parade
• Committee reports on personnel, training, apparatus, EMS, buildings, and pension

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will review committee reports covering personnel, training, and EMS operations. The meeting also includes consideration of the 2022-2023 budget and a parade participation request.

• Consideration of the 2022-2023 budget
• Request from M.P. Rice Hose Company No. 2 to participate in the Greater New Haven Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
• Committee reports on apparatus, buildings, and pensions

The Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously approved the 2022-2023 budget of $7,041,000, contingent on Finance Department adjustments. They also approved a request for M.P. Rice Hose Company No. 2 to participate in the Greater New Haven Saint Patrick's Day Parade. The board approved minutes from previous meetings and adjourned. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2022-2023 budget of $7,041,000 (unanimous)
• Approved M.P. Rice Hose Company No. 2 parade participation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Jan 18, Nov 18, Oct 26, and Aug 18 meetings (unanimous)

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will meet to review the current and future budgets for several town departments. The session includes budget reviews for GGB, Engineering, Public Works, Fire Services, and Police Service.

• Review of GGB budgets with Brian Droney
• Review of Engineering budgets with John Hoefferle
• Review of Public Works budgets with Gary Zielinski
• Review of Fire Services budgets with Chief Mahoney
• Review of Police Service budgets with Chief Mulhern

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved two applications for a mixed-use development located at 61,65-71,67 & 73 Goodsell Point Rd. The decisions included the PDD Site Plan/CAM and a special exception for grading. Both items were approved with conditions.

• Approval of PDD Site Plan/CAM for mixed-use marina and residential development at 61,65-71,67 & 73 Goodsell Point Rd.
• Approval of special exception for grading (Section 6.8) at 61,65-71,67 & 73 Goodsell Point Rd.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive and warehouse/e-commerce uses on Commercial Parkway. The agenda also includes reviews of mixed-use development plans for East Main Street and Goodsell Point Road. Several special exception applications are listed under old business.

• Multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive
• Warehouse distribution and e-commerce use at 81-111 & 49 Commercial Pkwy
• Zoning amendment to add BL-HR zone
• Mixed-use development site plan modification for East Main Street
• 11-lot re-subdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for several applications. These include requests for a warehouse distribution and fulfillment center, grading at Commercial Parkway, and an amendment to sign regulations in business zones.

• Zoning regulation amendment regarding signs allowed in business zones
• Special exception for grading at 81-111 Commercial Pkwy & 49 Commercial Pkwy
• Special exception for a warehouse distribution, e-commerce, and fulfillment center at 81-111 Commercial Pkwy & 49 Commercial Pkwy

Board of Education

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding potential face covering requirements on school property. The agenda also includes consideration for the FY23 Capital and Operating Budget and committee chair assignments.

• Public hearing on face covering usage in schools
• Approval of BASS Contract (2021-2025)
• Approval of FY23 Capital and Operating Budget
• Approval of BHS Model Congress Donation
• Assignment of Personnel & Finance Committee Chair

Board of Education

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding a potential policy for face coverings on school property. Members will also consider approving the FY23 Capital and Operating Budget. Additionally, the board will review the BASS contract and committee assignments.

• Public hearing on face covering usage in schools
• Approval of FY23 Capital and Operating Budget
• Approval of BASS Contract (2021-2025)
• Approval of BHS Model Congress Donation
• Assignment of Personnel & Finance Committee Chair

Board of Education

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding face covering usage on school property. Members will also consider approving the BASS contract for 2021-2025 and a donation for BHS Model Congress. Additionally, the Board will address committee assignments.

• Public hearing on face covering usage in schools
• Approval of FY23 Capital and Operating Budget
• Approval of BASS Contract (2021-2025)
• Approval of BHS Model Congress Donation
• Assignment of Committee Chairs

The Branford Board of Education held a public hearing on face covering usage in schools, hearing from invited speakers and community members both for and against the requirement. No vote was taken on the mask policy; the board approved a motion to recess the meeting until February 23, 2022.

• Approved motion to recess meeting until February 23, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The scheduled meeting of the Branford Board of Police Commissioners Traffic Committee for February 15, 2022, has been cancelled. No traffic items were reported for this period.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will receive the Chief's report, which includes CompStat and forfeiture updates. The meeting also includes a review of the 2022-2023 budget and recognition for two officers.

• 2022-2023 budget review
• CompStat Report
• Forfeiture Report
• Letters of Recognition for Officer Cope and Officer Crowley

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the January 10, 2022 meeting. Deputy Chief Alves reported 49 arrests in January, up from 27 in December, and highlighted cases including a 2020 burglary arrest and a felon found with a loaded firearm and narcotics. The board also reviewed the budget, with the chief to present a flat budget for 2022-2023 except for contractually negotiated wage increases. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 6:56 p.m.

• Approved the minutes from January 10, 2022, unanimously.
• Heard the Deputy Chief's compstat report on January arrests and significant cases.
• Reviewed the 2022-2023 budget, with a flat budget to be presented except for contract wage increases.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:56 p.m., unanimously.

RTM

The Branford Representative Town Meeting will meet on February 9, 2022, to consider several items. Proposed actions include approving the 2022 meeting schedule, a contract agreement with AFSCME Local 818-60 Council 4, and a Sliney Road public access easement.

• Approval of the 2022 RTM meeting schedule
• Agreement between Town of Branford and Branford Supervisors Local 818-60 Council 4 AFSCME through June 30, 2025
• Sliney Road public access easement involving the Branford Housing Authority

Shellfish Commission

The Shellfish Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 8, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided notice contains no other agenda items.

Board of Education

The Branford Board of Education is holding a budget workshop meeting. The agenda includes discussion and action regarding the FY 23 Capital and Education Budget. A possible recommendation to the Full Board is also listed as an action item.

• FY 23 Capital & Education Budget discussion
• Possible recommendation to the Full Board

RTM Public Services Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee scheduled for February 3, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion.

Planning & Zoning Commission

At its February 3, 2022 meeting, the Branford Planning & Zoning Commission recorded one action. The commission approved a bond establishment for 568 East Main Street.

• Approved bond establishment for 568 East Main Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings for multiple large-scale projects, including mixed-use developments at Goodsell Point Road and East Main Street. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of multi-family housing plans and proposed solar regulations.

• Mixed-use development (Marina & Residential) at 61, 65-71, 67 & 73 Goodsell Point Rd
• Multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive
• Mixed-use development at 367, 373-375 & 377, 383 East Main Street
• Zoning regulation amendment for solar regulations
• Motor vehicle service and sales applications for 59 North Harbor Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission closed public hearings for several applications, including a proposed 11-lot subdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Road, a mixed-use marina/residential development at Goodsell Point, and a multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive, but took no final votes on these items. The Commission also closed hearings for a mixed-use development at East Main Street and noted the withdrawal of a solar regulation amendment. The only formal action was approval of meeting minutes and a $1,500 bond for parking lot striping at 568 East Main Street.

• Closed public hearing for 11-lot subdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Rd (App #21-8.1) and grading special exception (App #21-12.8), no vote
• Closed public hearing for mixed-use marina/residential at Goodsell Point Rd (Apps #21-10.9, #21-10.10), no vote
• Continued public hearing for multi-family residential at 61 Burban Dr (Apps #21-11.4, #21-11.5) to 2/17/22
• Closed public hearing for mixed-use development at East Main St (Apps #21-12.5, #21-12.6), no vote
• Noted withdrawal of solar regulation amendment (App #21-12.9)
• Approved minutes of 1/20/2022 meeting unanimously
• Approved $1,500 bond for parking lot striping at 568 East Main St unanimously

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings to consider several land use applications. These include a master plan and site plan modification for mixed-use development on East Main Street, as well as an amendment to add solar regulations to the zoning code.

• Master Plan for mixed-use development at 367, 373-375 & 377, 383 East Main Street
• Special exception for grading at 383 East Main Street
• Site plan modification for mixed-use development on East Main Street
• Zoning regulation amendment to add solar regulations

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Ways and Means Committee scheduled for February 2, 2022, was cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

Board of Education

The Board of Education will hear a presentation from the Superintendent regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Superintendent’s FY 23 Budget Presentation

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The committee is reviewing a ratified agreement between the Town of Branford and AFSCME Local 818-60. This contract covers full-time supervisory employees and extends through June 30, 2025. It includes updates to wages, vacation time, and medical benefits.

• Contract extension for Town Supervisors through June 30, 2025
• Scheduled wage increases of 2.25% for July 2022, 2023, and 2024
• Increase in employee health premium contributions to 17% by July 2024
• Provision allowing union members to opt out of paying dues
• Vacation entitlement increase to 25 days after seven years of service

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The provided text contains technical information from an easement map rather than a meeting agenda. No items were listed for discussion or decision by the committee.

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The Planning and Zoning Commission resolved to modify the site plan for a 67-unit assisted housing development at 115 South Montowese Street. The modification involves relocating and resizing an emergency vehicle pullover area. This decision incorporates requirements from the Fire Marshal regarding emergency vehicle access.

• Relocation and resizing of the Emergency Vehicle Pullover Area
• Site plan modifications for a 67-unit assisted housing development
• Incorporation of Fire Marshal's safety requirements for emergency vehicle access

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The Housing Authority of the Town of Branford and the Town of Branford have entered into an agreement for a non-exclusive public access easement. This easement provides vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle passage over the Sliney Field Access Road. The arrangement was requested by the Planning and Zoning Commission in connection with development at 115 South Montowese Road.

• Public access easement for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles on Sliney Field Access Road
• Agreement between Housing Authority of the Town of Branford and the Town of Branford
• Easement covers a 6,453 square foot area

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The provided text contains a list of financial entries regarding legal fees, expenses, and tax appeals. It does not include specific discussion topics or proposed motions for the committee to vote on.

• Legal expenses totaling $431,962.11
• Tax appeal costs totaling $51,735.00
• Payments to Brenner, Saltzman & Wallman LLP
• Payments to Halloran & Sage LLP

RTM Administrative Services Committee

The RTM Administrative Services Committee will consider an agreement with the AFSCME Supervisors Union. The committee will also review a Sliney Road public access easement and town legal expenses.

• Agreement between Town of Branford and AFSCME, AFL-CIO Council 4 Local 818-60 through June 30, 2025
• Sliney Road public access easement involving the Branford Housing Authority
• Review of the Town’s legal expenses

The RTM Administrative Services Committee unanimously approved a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 818-60 covering town supervisors through June 30, 2025. It also approved a Sliney Road public access easement between the Branford Housing Authority and the town, with one dissenting vote. Legal expenses were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved AFSCME Local 818-60 supervisor union agreement to June 30, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Sliney Road public access easement between Branford Housing Authority and Town (6-1, Rep. Sires no)

Board of Finance

The regular meeting of the Branford Board of Finance scheduled for January 31, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the notice.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The regular meeting for the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners scheduled for January 27, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided.

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review the 2022-2023 school year calendar and discuss capital projects. The meeting also includes a presentation from EdAdvance.

• 2022-2023 School Year Calendar
• Capital Projects
• EdAdvance presentation

The Branford Board of Education approved adding a Clean Energy Committee report to the agenda and unanimously approved the December 15, 2021 meeting minutes. The board also discussed the 2022-2023 school year calendar and capital projects, but took no formal action on those items. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved adding Clean Energy Committee report to agenda (Prins/Raynor; Perrotti and Raynor abstained)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission met on January 20, 2022, to vote on several land use applications. The commission approved site plans for 4 Tyler Avenue and 54 & 60 North Main Street. A request for a car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road was denied.

• Approved Special Exception Modification & Coastal Site Plan at 4 Tyler Avenue with conditions
• Denied Car Storage Lot special exception at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Approved Car Wash special exception at 54 & 60 North Main Street with conditions
• Approved Grading special exception at 54 & 60 North Main Street with conditions
• Authorized revised Mylar for 99 Todds Hill Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission is conducting public hearings on several development applications, including a mixed-use marina and residential project at Goodsell Point Road. The meeting also includes reviews of old business regarding car wash exceptions and solar regulation amendments.

• Mixed-use Marina & Residential development at 61, 65-71, 67 & 73 Goodsell Point Rd
• Multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive
• Zoning regulation amendment for the addition of solar regulations
• Special exception for a car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Proposed zoning amendment to add a BL-HR zone

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special exception modification and coastal site plan for a deck and pool at 4 Tyler Avenue, and denied a special exception for a car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Road due to an incomplete application. Several other public hearings were continued to the next meeting, including the 11-lot subdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Road and the mixed-use marina/residential project at Goodsell Point Road.

• Approved special exception modification & coastal site plan for deck/pool at 4 Tyler Ave (unanimous)
• Denied special exception for car storage lot at 45 Rose Hill Rd (unanimous, incomplete application)
• Approved special exceptions for car wash at 54 & 60 North Main St (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairperson to sign revised Mylar for Todds Hill Rd address change (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 1/6/2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider applications for a multi-family residential development. The items include a master plan and a site plan for the property located at 61 Burban Drive.

• Master Plan for multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive
• Site Plan for multi-family residential development at 61 Burban Drive

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board is reviewing requests to increase hourly pay rates for part-time EMTs and Paramedics. The agenda also includes a $105,000 budget transfer from regular wages to overtime and an employment offer for a new Firefighter Paramedic.

• Proposed hourly pay increase for part-time Paramedics to $38.50 including bonus
• Proposed hourly pay increase for part-time EMTs to $26.40 including bonus
• $105,000 budget transfer from regular wages to overtime
• Conditional employment offer for Anthony Salerno as Firefighter Paramedic
• Request to use BRYCER, LLC's 'The Compliance Engine' service

The Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously approved a $105,000 budget transfer from regular wages to overtime, increased hourly pay for part-time EMTs and paramedics (subject to Board of Finance approval), extended a conditional job offer to a new firefighter paramedic, and approved participation in a compliance software service. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $105,000 transfer from regular wages to overtime (unanimous)
• Approved pay increase for part-time paramedics to $35/hr base plus 10% quarterly bonus (unanimous)
• Approved pay increase for part-time EMTs to $24/hr base plus 10% quarterly bonus (unanimous)
• Approved conditional job offer to Anthony Salerno as full-time firefighter paramedic (unanimous)
• Approved participation in The Compliance Engine (TCE) with BRYCER, LLC (unanimous)

RTM

The regular meeting of the Representative Town Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 12, 2022, has been cancelled.

Shellfish Commission

The Shellfish Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 11, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this date.

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

The Branford Traffic Committee is meeting to consider several traffic-related requests. These include requests for officer enforcement and speed trailers in specific locations. The committee will also follow up on existing traffic pattern and visibility issues.

• Request for officer enforcement and speed trailer on Flax Mill Road
• Request for speed trailer on Pine Orchard near Knollwood between 7-9am
• Follow-up on line of sight issue at the corner of Isabel Lane and South Montowese St.
• Follow-up on Limewood Ave traffic patterns

The Branford Board of Police Commissioners Traffic Committee met on January 10, 2022, and addressed several traffic-related requests. No formal votes or substantive decisions were taken; the committee noted actions on some items, such as deploying a speed trailer on Pine Orchard Road, while taking no action on others. The meeting was largely procedural.

• No action on request for officer enforcement and speed trailer on Flax Mill Road
• Speed trailer set up and enforcement accomplished on Pine Orchard Road near Knollwood
• Letter sent to homeowner regarding line of sight issue at Isabel Land and South Montowese Street
• No action on Limewood Avenue traffic patterns follow-up

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review the Chief's report and discuss several traffic safety matters. These include requests for officer enforcement and speed trailers on Flax Mill Road and Pine Orchard Road.

• Request for officer enforcement and a speed trailer on Flax Mill Road
• Request for a speed trailer on Pine Orchard Rd near Knollwood
• Follow-up on line of sight issue at Isabel Lane and South Montowese St
• Follow-up on Limewood Ave traffic patterns
• Review of CompStat and Forfeiture reports

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the November 8, 2021 meeting. Chief Mulhern reported a 30% drop in Part I crime, a 30% increase in mental health calls, and more overdoses. The department used a $30,000 CRF grant for deterrent patrols. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved November 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:53 p.m. (unanimous)

RTM Public Services Committee

The scheduled January 6, 2022, meeting of the Branford RTM Public Services Committee has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation of the regular meeting.

RTM Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will meet to review current and future budgets for various departments. These reviews include GGB, engineering, fire services, and police services with their respective department heads.

• Review of GGB budgets with Brian Droney
• Review of engineering budgets with John Hoefferle
• Review of Fire Services budgets with Chief Mahoney
• Review of Police Service budgets with Chief Mulhern

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for several development applications, including a mixed-use marina and residential project at Goodsell Point. The meeting also includes reviews of multi-family housing plans and warehouse distribution proposals.

• Mixed-use Marina & Residential development at 61, 65-71, 67 & 73 Goodsell Point Rd
• Lot resubdivision and grading for 175 Cherry Hill Road
• Car storage lot special exception for 45 Rose Hill Road
• Multi-family residential development plans for 61 Burban Drive
• Zoning regulation amendment regarding the addition of solar regulations

The Planning and Zoning Commission met in person but decided to continue all agenda items to the January 20 meeting due to COVID concerns. Public hearings were opened and continued without testimony for several applications, including the 11-lot resubdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Road and the mixed-use marina/residential development at Goodsell Point Road. The commission approved the December 9, 2021 minutes unanimously and set public hearing dates for future applications, including February 3 and February 17, 2022. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of 12/9/2021 (unanimous)
• Continued 11-lot resubdivision at 175 Cherry Hill Rd to 1/20/22
• Opened and continued special exception for grading at 175 Cherry Hill Rd to 1/20/22
• Opened and continued mixed-use development at Goodsell Point Rd to 1/20/22
• Opened and continued special exception for grading at Goodsell Point Rd to 1/20/22
• Opened and continued special exception modification at 4 Tyler Ave to 1/20/22
• Opened and continued special exception for car storage at 45 Rose Hill Rd to 1/20/22
• Set public hearings for 2/3/22 and 2/17/22 for several applications

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several development applications. These include grading and site plans for projects on Goodsell Point Road, a residence modification on Tyler Avenue, and a car storage lot on Rose Hill Road.

• Mixed-use development grading at 61, 65-71, 67 & 73 Goodsell Point Road
• Site plans for mixed-use development at 61, 65-71, 67 & 73 Goodsell Point Road
• Single family residence modification at 4 Tyler Avenue
• Car storage lot special exception at 45 Rose Hill Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several land use applications. These include site plans for mixed-use developments on Goodsell Point Road and a car storage lot on Rose Hill Road.

• Mixed-use development at 61, 65-71, 67 & 73 Goodsell Point Road
• Car storage lot special exception at 45 Rose Hill Road
• Single family residence modification at 4 Tyler Avenue

RTM Ways and Means Committee

The regular meeting of the Branford RTM Ways & Means Committee was scheduled for January 5, 2022. This meeting has been cancelled.

• Meeting cancellation

RTM Ways and Means Committee

This agenda item establishes the meeting schedule for the 2022 sessions of the RTM Ways and Means Committee. Meetings are scheduled to take place on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center.

• Establishment of the 2022 Wednesday meeting schedule

Board of Police Commissioners - Traffic Committee Agenda

This document provides the 2022 meeting dates for the Branford Traffic Commission. It also lists the members of the Board of Police Commissioners and key local officials. No specific agenda items or discussion topics are included in this text.

• No specific agenda items, contracts, or ordinances are listed.

RTM Public Services Committee

This document provides the regular monthly meeting schedule for the RTM Public Services Committee throughout 2022. Meetings are scheduled for Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Branford Community Center. No specific agenda items or business were listed in this notice.

• No specific agenda items or business were listed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

This document provides the scheduled meeting dates for the Branford Planning and Zoning Commission for the year 2022. No specific agenda items or business matters are listed in this text.

RTM Rules and Ordinances Committee

This agenda contains only procedural information regarding the 2022 meeting schedule. It provides upcoming meeting dates and the general location at Community House, 46 Church Street.

Board of Police Commissioners

The provided text contains the 2022 meeting dates and a list of commissioners for the Branford Board of Police Commissioners. No specific agenda items, motions, or business matters are listed in this document.

• No specific agenda items listed

RTM

This document provides the 2022 meeting schedule for the Branford Representative Town Meeting. Meetings are scheduled to take place at Fire Headquarters on North Main Street. The May 10 meeting is noted for budget purposes.

• May 10 meeting designated for budget

Board of Education

This document provides the scheduled dates and times for various Board of Education committees throughout 2022. It outlines upcoming sessions for the Teaching & Learning, Policy, Communication, and Personnel & Finance committees.

• Teaching & Learning Committee meetings
• Policy Committee meetings
• Communication Committee meetings
• Personnel & Finance Committee meetings
• Budget presentations to the Board of Finance and RTM

Board of Fire Commissioners

This document contains only the 2022 meeting schedule for the Branford Board of Fire Commissioners. No specific agenda items or topics are listed.