Bristol public meetings in 2024

Historic District Commission

The regular December 23, 2024 meeting of the Bristol Historic District Commission has been cancelled because no applications were received by the filing deadline. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; no new applications received

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss the ongoing review of the C.G.S. 8-24 referral for 685 Lake Ave, Lot 17. Staff will provide updates on the zoning regulation rewrite, parking and environmental regulation amendments, and subdivision status. The meeting also includes routine items such as public participation, approval of minutes, and communications.

• Continued review of C.G.S. 8-24 referral: 685 Lake Ave, Map 4, Lot 17
• Update on current zoning regulation rewrite process
• Review of recommended parking regulation amendments
• Review of recommended environmental regulation amendments
• Subdivision status report

General

The Bristol-Burlington Health District Board of Health Finance Committee will discuss the FY 2025-2026 budget and receive an update on D&O insurance. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of FY 2025-2026 budget for the Health District
• Update on Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public participation, receive updates from the Mayor/Council, and review correspondence. Notable items include a facility project update, a letter from a member, a thank-you letter from United Way, and monthly statistics. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Facility project update
• Letter from a member
• Thank-you letter from United Way
• Monthly statistics
• Director's report

Citation Hearings

The Bristol Corporation Counsel will hold a hearing on December 19, 2024, to review nine pending code enforcement citations. The session will be held at City Hall and is also available via Zoom. The hearing officer will hear appeals from property owners regarding specific violations.

• Hearing Officer William Chiarillo to hear appeals
• Zoom option available for the hearing
• Appeals for citations on Hiltbrand, Rockwell, and Wolcott Streets
• Appeals for citations on Arlington, East Main, and Pine Streets
• Appeals for citations on Park Street

Animal Control Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Animal Control Building Committee scheduled for Thursday, December 19, 2024, has been canceled per order of the chairperson, Lindsey Rivers. No business will be conducted.

Board of Finance

The Bristol Board of Finance will meet to discuss and review options for selecting the city's bank partner for its procurement card program. No vote or decision is scheduled; the item is listed for review only.

• Review of options for city's bank partner for procurement card program

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review division and project lists and discuss several new business items. The meeting includes updates on the transfer station and an organic pilot collection program.

• DPW Leasing
• Proposed Policy Property Addresses
• Transfer Station Update
• BPW Peter Court Road Accessway
• Organic Pilot Collection Program

General

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to approve minutes and reports, discuss a Safer Grant and the 2026 budget, and consider a transfer request from the Board of Finance.

• Approval of November 21, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Fire Station 3 Building Committee update
• Safer Grant discussion
• Fiscal year 2026 budget update
• Board of Finance transfer request

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will discuss and potentially elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting also includes approval of November minutes, updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager, and edits to the Energy Plan. Public participation is welcome.

• Discussion and possible action on Chair & Vice-Chair positions
• Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates from Public Facilities & Energy Manager Dave Oakes
• Edits to the Energy Plan

Board of Park Commissioners

The Bristol Board of Park Commissioners will consider several items, including a request to create a Purple Heart Trail on Veterans Memorial Boulevard, a joint venture grant request from the Pequabuck River Watershed Association, adoption of the 2025-2027 strategic plan, and approval of the 2025-2026 budget for parks, recreation, youth and community services. They will also adopt the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Consider request to establish a Purple Heart Trail on Veterans Memorial Boulevard
• Consider joint venture Clean Water Fund grant request from Pequabuck River Watershed Association for Kern Park Watershed Program
• Approve FY 2025-2026 Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services budget (refer to Comptroller)
• Approve 2025 Board meeting calendar
• Presentation and adoption of 2025-2027 Strategic Plan

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to conduct a hearing regarding a fair rent complaint involving tenant Donald M. Greene and landlord Sun New Cambridge Apartments 1 LP, et al. The commission will also discuss its 2025–2026 meeting schedule.

• Hearing on fair rent complaint: Donald M. Greene (Tenant) vs. Sun New Cambridge Apartments 1 LP, et al (Landlord)
• Discussion and approval of September 25, 2024 minutes
• Planning of 2025–2026 meeting schedule

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will review and discuss the Request For Purchase process for Traffic Enforcement Cameras with the city purchasing agent. Other items include presentation of awards, approval of minutes and monthly reports, a stop sign on Melrose Street, and an executive session to interview a police officer candidate.

• Discussion of Request For Purchase process for Traffic Enforcement Cameras (item 4)
• Presentation of Awards (item 2)
• Approval of November Minutes and Monthly Reports (items 5, 7)
• Stop Sign on Melrose Street (item 11.a.iii)
• Executive session to interview a candidate for Police Officer (item 12)

General

This regular meeting of the Fire Station 3 Building Committee includes approval of the November 20, 2024, minutes and an update from the architect. No specific proposals, contracts, or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of November 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Architect update on Fire Station 3 project

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee meeting on Dec. 17, 2024 will first approve the minutes from the Nov. 19 meeting. After public participation, the committee will consider three items of old business: the property at 125 Frederick Street, the Candlewood Drive properties, and Lot 129-2 on Violet Drive. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Discussion of 125 Frederick Street property
• Review of Candlewood Drive properties
• Review of Lot 129-2 Violet Drive property

General

The Banking & Audit Committee of the Board of Finance is meeting to discuss a Request for Proposals for an audit and to take any necessary action. No other business is on the agenda.

• Discussion of Audit RFP and potential action

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to approve a $1.25 million transfer to the Board of Education for equipment building funds and consider various additional appropriations and transfers totaling over $300,000 across city departments.

• Transfer $1.25M to Board of Education for equipment building
• Approve $56,484 for Public Works Solid Waste Disposal
• Approve $71,500 for ECD Special Grants
• Approve $40,500 for School Readiness
• Rescind $500,000 in Capital Projects Fund

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and department reports, and to review appeals related to sewer usage billing following extremely high meter readings. The meeting also includes committee reports, an I&I study update, and approval of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Review of 4B.4 appeals to sewer usage billing associated with extremely high meter readings
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of department reports for November 2024
• Approval of the Board of Sewer Commission 2025 meeting schedule
• Public participation and customer correspondence

Board of Water Commissioners

The Bristol Board of Water Commissioners will vote to elect its officers for the coming term. The board will also approve the schedule of its regular meetings for 2025. Additional agenda items include routine approvals of minutes, department reports, and public participation.

• Election of officers for the Board of Water Commissioners
• Approval of the 2025 Board of Water Commission meeting schedule
• Approval of minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting
• Approval of department reports for November 2024
• Public participation segment

Retirement Board

The regular meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2025.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss the adoption of its annual calendar and a memorandum between the Board of Education and Youth Services Bureaus. The agenda also includes updates on year-to-date financials and the Holiday Gift Giving Program.

• Adoption of the Youth Commission Calendar
• Memorandum Between the Board of Education and Youth Services Bureaus
• Youth and Community Services Fiscal Year 2026 Approved Division Budget
• Holiday Gift Giving Program Update

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Bristol Commission for Persons with Disabilities will hear a presentation from Damien Saunders on the Connecticut Equipment Distribution Program for people who are hard of hearing, deaf, or blind. The commission will also discuss updates on smoke/CO detector installations, tentative speakers for future meetings, and an American Sign Language lesson. Correspondence includes a thank-you letter to the Bristol Senior Center director.

• Presentation: Damien Saunders on Equipment for Hard of Hearing, Deaf, and Blind
• Update on installation of smoke/CO detectors
• Lesson on American Sign Language (old business)
• Correspondence: Thank-you letter to Jason Krueger, Bristol Senior Center

Board of Finance

This is a workshop of the Board of Finance, not a voting meeting. The sole substantive item is a tour of the Bristol Senior Center at 240 Stafford Avenue. No decisions or discussions of financial items are scheduled.

• Tour of the Bristol Senior Center at 240 Stafford Avenue

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to update discussions regarding refunding. The body will also consider making an additional appropriation within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund.

• Discussion and potential action on refunding
• Additional appropriation within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will meet jointly to consider a consent agenda containing multiple financial appropriations and transfers. The largest item is a $2,603,610 additional appropriation within the Special Education Grant Fund. Other items include $560,000 for the purchase of a lot on Perkins Street and various equipment purchases and grant adjustments.

• Additional appropriation of $2,603,610 in the Special Education Grant Fund
• Additional appropriation of $560,000 in the Capital Projects Fund for lot purchase on Perkins St
• Transfer of $50,000 within the Equipment Building Sinking Fund for blowers and mowers for PRYCS
• Transfer of $33,031 within the General Fund for Public Works repairs at DPW
• Additional appropriation of $97,933 in the Special Grants and Donations Fund for the Comprehensive DUI Enforcement Grant

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including bridge and park renovations. The body will also discuss police department ordinance amendments and various grant applications.

• Supplemental application for Jerome Avenue Bridge project costing $3,122,000
• Contract for Rockwell Park sidewalks with Martin Laviero Contractor Inc. for $177,803.75
• Renovations to Veterans Memorial Boulevard Park with Stonybrook Construction, LLC for $100,931.00
• Lease to own contract with Ford Motor Credit for three vans and one Ford Explorer
• Proposed amendments to Police Article II regarding ranks and grades in the police force

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will discuss project summaries and the Building Bristol Grant Program with UHY Advisors. The body will consider rescinding funds from several projects and making additional appropriations for others.

• Rescind $174,133 from Veterans Memorial Boulevard Site Improvements Project
• Rescind $76,808 from Bristol Boys & Girls Club Project
• Additional appropriation of $130,935 for Central Square Parking Structure Project
• Additional appropriation of $95,899 for Rockwell Park Site Improvements Project
• Assign unobligated ARPA funds to Firehouse 3 HVAC Project

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will examine the superintendent's budget recommendations for fiscal year 2025‑2026. They will also consider a request to add two full‑time equivalent positions to Parks, Grounds and Facilities Maintenance. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and public participation.

• Review superintendent's FY 2025‑2026 budget recommendations
• Consider request to add 2 FTE to Parks, Grounds and Facilities Maintenance

Animal Control Building Committee

The Animal Control Building Committee is meeting to review environmental reports and discuss the potential purchase of 30 Cross Street. Any action on these items may be taken. The meeting is in person only with no Zoom option.

• Review environmental reports and consider any necessary action
• Discussion and possible action on purchase of 30 Cross Street

Cemetery Commission

The regular meeting of the Bristol Cemetery Commission scheduled for December 9, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2025.

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the November 14 special meeting and the November 18 regular meeting. Commissioners will receive and consider new permit and site‑plan applications, including a 174‑unit non‑profit housing project at 98 Jerome Avenue and two 15‑unit residential developments on Earl Street. The commission will hold public hearings on several applications for a civic facility on Maltby Street and a motor‑vehicle service facility at 200 Terryville Road. The meeting will also include old business, new business, staff reports, and communications before adjournment.

• Application #2514 – Special Permit for Non‑Profit Housing (174 units/75 buildings) at 98 Jerome Avenue
• Application #2515 – Site Plan for Non‑Profit Housing (174 units/75 buildings) at 98 Jerome Avenue
• Application #2512 – Special Permit for a 15‑unit residential development at Earl Street
• Application #2513 – Site Plan for a 15‑unit residential development at Earl Street
• Application #2511 – Special Permit for Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Facility at 200 Terryville Road – Unit B

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive communications, and discuss updates for the 894 Middle Street project, the 2025-2026 budget, and downtown development.

• Approval of November 7, 2024 minutes
• 894 Middle Street & Sessions Building Update
• 2025-2026 ECD Budget Preview
• Downtown Update
• ARPA Update

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will meet to approve November meeting minutes and discuss enforcement actions on numerous properties. Old business includes 18 properties with issues such as hoarding, blight, sewage leaks, and dilapidated structures. The committee will also review a clean and lien list, a long-term watch list, and a Uniform Relocation Assistance Act item.

• 9 Divinity St – dilapidated roof, condemned: restore or demolish
• 424 Lake Ave Unit 6 – hoarding & sewage leak
• 107 Gridley St – condemned/broken sewer lateral
• 213 Park St – sinkhole in driveway
• 74 Locust St – exterior PMC/vermin

School Readiness Council

The Bristol School Readiness Council will hold a regular meeting on December 4, 2024, via Zoom. The agenda includes routine committee reports, a proposal to change the meeting time to 12:00–1:00 PM in 2025, a resignation from Maureen Eaton, and discussions on appointments and local updates.

• Discuss and approve change to meeting time in 2025 to 12:00-1:00
• Resignation of Maureen Eaton
• Committee reports on Program Quality, Health Services, Governance, Community Outreach, Infant and Toddler, and Transition to Kindergarten
• City School Readiness and Child Day Care Liaison Report with Office of Early Childhood updates

City Arts & Culture Commission

The commission will consider a grant submission from Maxine Bowden of the Paradigm Arts and Culture Foundation and discuss a Winter/Spring Market Proposal. Other business includes approving November meeting minutes and a report on year-to-date financials.

• Grant submission by Maxine Bowden, Paradigm Arts and Culture Foundation
• Winter/Spring Market Proposal
• Carousel Museum Horse Name discussion
• Vision Setting session
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Police Awards Committee

The scheduled December 3, 2024 Awards Committee meeting has been cancelled; no business will be conducted.

Ordinance Committee

The Bristol Ordinance Committee has scheduled a meeting for December 3, 2024, to be held virtually via Zoom. The meeting is an invitation from the Corporation Counsel's Office.

• Meeting ID: 85612919741
• Passcode: 654321
• Virtual meeting via Zoom

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a minimum front yard setback to allow a new covered front porch at 38 Jennings Road. The board will also introduce the new Zoning Enforcement Officer, Brandon Peate, and vote to approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on variance Application #3813 by Tammila Cahill for a covered front porch at 38 Jennings Road (Assessor’s Map 20, Lot 69/57)
• Introduction of Zoning Enforcement Officer Brandon Peate
• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Public participation period for non-pending applications

Police Memorial Committee

The Bristol Police Department Memorial Subcommittee has been disbanded as of October 15, 2024, per the chairperson. This meeting is therefore cancelled and no business will be conducted.

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority will meet to review parking ticket appeals and approve the meeting calendar for 2025. The body will also address correspondence regarding a Marwood Co-op waiver.

• Review of parking ticket appeals
• Approval of 2025 meeting calendar
• Correspondence regarding Marwood Co-op waiver

Library Board of Directors

The Library Board will review the draft FY26 budget and a new social media policy, and take action as needed. They will also discuss using the library as an emergency overnight shelter during cold weather declarations. Reports include October statistics and year-to-date budget figures.

• Review new 'Donate' page on website
• Review new Social Media Policy
• Review FY26 Budget Draft and take action
• Discuss use of library as emergency overnight shelter during cold weather protocol declarations
• October 2024 Statistics and YTD Budget report

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Commission will hold a public hearing on Application #2044 for the Cambridge Park rehabilitation project at 98 Jerome Avenue, which includes full-depth roadway replacement, new parking, and demolition of 8 residential buildings. They will also discuss updates to IWWA Regulations, a proposed amendment to wetland mapping regulations, and review the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public Hearing: Application #2044 – Cambridge Park rehabilitation project, demolition of 8 buildings at 98 Jerome Avenue
• Old Business: IWWA Regulations Update
• New Business: Proposed regulation amendment to Section 3.1 – Inventory of Regulated Areas for wetland mapping
• Approval of minutes from October 28, November 4, and November 23, 2024 meetings

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for new porch railing and balusters at 17 Broadview Street. The commission will also receive a communication regarding a Local Historic District PowerPoint from Cheshire. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: Application 2024-10-01 for a Certificate of Appropriateness for new porch railing and balusters at 17 Broadview Street
• Communication: Local Historic District PowerPoint from Town of Cheshire – Regional Training Event
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting on September 25, 2024

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items including multiple appropriations, transfers, and the 2025-2026 budget calendar. Key items include a $2,603,610 special education grant appropriation, a $179,176 capital projects fund addition, and a $97,933 police grant. The board will also consider a bid waiver for public works and review the investment policy.

• Board of Education additional appropriation of $2,603,610 within the Special Education Grant Fund
• Public Works additional appropriation of $179,176 within the Capital Projects Fund
• Police Department additional appropriation of $97,933 within the Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Approval of a bid waiver to LaMountain Bros. Inc. for Public Works
• Review of Investment Policy and Banking Institutions

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will hold a regular meeting with items including approval of previous minutes, committee reports, and new business. Under new business, the Commission will discuss the 2025 meeting schedule and the appointment of new commissioners. No substantive policy or project decisions are on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2025 meeting schedule
• Appointment of new commissioners
• Approval of minutes from previous regular meeting
• City Council Liaison report

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council will vote on setting its 2025 meeting dates and discuss upcoming Bristol events and liaison assignments. New business includes constructing a mission/value statement. Public participation is also scheduled.

• Vote on 2025 Diversity Council Meeting Dates
• Discuss upcoming Bristol events and celebrations
• Liaison assignments (examples)
• Constructing a mission/value statement (service examples)

General

The Bristol Board of Park Commissioners will review a formal request to remove trees. The meeting includes a presentation of the request, information on tree health, and proposed mitigation measures such as a tree‑planting plan. Public participation is scheduled before the board makes any decision.

• Presentation of request to remove trees
• Discussion of tree health status
• Review of mitigation measures and tree‑planting plan

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission will consider five City‑General‑Statutes (C.G.S.) 8‑24 referrals for specific parcels, including 685 Lake Ave, 125 Frederick St, Century Drive, Candlewood Drive, and Violet Drive. The commission will also approve the minutes from the September 23, 2024 meeting and receive a subdivision status report for November 2024.

• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: 685 Lake Ave – Map 4, Lot 17
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: 125 Frederick St – Map 43, Lot 99B-1
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: Century Drive – Eversource Easement
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: Candlewood Drive – Map 2, Lot 120-9
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: Violet Drive – Map 2, Lot 129-2

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider a land purchase and a grant application. The body will also review a referral for properties on Violet Drive and Candlewood Drive.

• C.G.S. 8-24 referral for properties on Violet Drive and Candlewood Drive
• FFY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) application
• Purchase offer for Lot 12-5 and Lot 11 R on Assessor's Map 60, Perkins Street

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will conduct an on‑site inspection of application #2044. The inspection is scheduled for Saturday, November 23, 2024, beginning at 8:00 a.m. at 98 Jerome Avenue, Assessor’s Map 53, Lot 129. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Application #2044 – on‑site inspection at 98 Jerome Ave., Assessor’s Map 53, Lot 129

Board of Finance

The Banking & Audit Committee will meet to discuss the June 30, 2024 audit with CLA. The committee will also review the Audit RFP and city investment opportunities.

• June 30, 2024 Audit with CLA
• StoneCastle Cash Management investment opportunities
• Audit RFP

Commission on Aging

The Bristol Commission on Aging meeting will review updates to the senior center woodshop rules and approve any amendments. It will also set the meeting schedule for 2025. Additional items include a facility project update, discussion of non‑member usage of the center, and a report from the Emergency Use Funds Committee.

• Woodshop rules and amendment
• Meeting schedule for 2025
• Facility project update
• Non‑member usage of the senior center
• Emergency Use Funds Committee report

Citation Hearings

The citation hearing officer will hear appeals for 10 code enforcement citations at properties across Bristol. Owners or appellants include Blu Ink Investments, SOMAK Property Mgmt, and several individuals. The meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM in City Hall.

• Citation 252581: Blu Ink Investments at 198 Sherwood Road
• Citation 252224: SOMAK Property Mgmt at 43 Hiltbrand Road
• Citation 252633: Reynaldo Nieves at 44 Rockwell Avenue
• Citation 252592: GSK Investors LLC at 81 Wolcott Street
• Citation 252635: 37 Enfield LLC at 153 Gridley Street

Animal Control Building Committee

The Animal Control Building Committee will meet to discuss updates on the environmental report, an architect's report, and the status of the purchase at 30 Cross Street. The committee will also review a Board of Finance update and discuss regionalization options. Approval of the October 17th minutes is also on the agenda.

• Update on Environmental Report
• Architect Report
• Status of 30 Cross Street Purchase
• Board of Finance Update
• Regionalization Discussion

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance Purchasing Committee will discuss the use of procurement cards for Rockwell Theatre performer needs and whether city departments can bid on other towns' vehicle auctions. The meeting may take action on both items, but no specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of procurement cards for Rockwell Theatre performer expenses
• Discussion of city departments' ability to bid on other towns' vehicle auctions

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss division reports, an engineering project list, and several new business items including an illegal bulk policy, DPW fleet capital funding, NBC leaves in right-of-way, street identification signs, roadside barriers, a Bristol Hospital easement, and a traffic study memorandum. No votes are listed; these items are up for discussion.

• DPW Fleet Capital funding
• Bristol Hospital Easement
• Traffic Study Memorandum
• Illegal Bulk Policy
• Roadside Barriers

General

The Bristol Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting on November 21, 2024. They will discuss the fiscal year 2026 budget and hear an update on the Fire Station 3 building project. The board will also vote on the 2025 meeting calendar and approve minutes and monthly reports.

• Discussion of fiscal year 2026 budget
• Update on Fire Station 3 Building Committee
• Approval of 2025 meeting calendar
• Approval of October 2024 minutes and monthly reports

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will meet to approve minutes from October, approve a 2025 meeting calendar, and receive updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager.

• Approval of October 1, 17, and 29, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2025 Meeting Calendar
• Updates from Dave Oakes, Public Facilities & Energy Manager
• Review of Energy Plan Edits

Salary Committee

The Salary Committee will establish its 2025 meeting schedule and approve wage increases for part-time and seasonal employees in the Parks, Recreation, Youth & Community Services (PRY&CS) department effective January 1, 2025. The body will also consider hiring a temporary employee for the Department of Aging.

• Approval of July 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Establish 2025 Regular Salary Committee meeting schedule
• Increase wages for PRY&CS part-time and seasonal employees
• Consider hiring temporary employee in Department of Aging

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss modifications to the disc golf course at Page Park, approve a new location for the Locks at Stocks Heart program, consider expanding food truck bids in city parks, and renew a memorandum of agreement with Bristol Girls Little League Softball and Bristol Little League. The Superintendent will also present the 2024 annual report.

• Consider a request from the Disc Golf Association to modify disc golf course holes during Page Park construction
• Approve the modified location of the Locks at Stocks Heart Program
• Consider a proposal to expand food truck bids in the parks
• Renew the Memorandum of Agreement between Bristol Girls Little League Softball and the Bristol Little League
• 2024 Annual Report presentation by the Superintendent

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

The Fair Rent Commission meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024, has been cancelled.

General

The Bristol Board of Public Works will receive a presentation on concept plans for the Pequabuck River Trail. The meeting also includes a public comment period and adjournment. No decisions are on the agenda.

• Presentation of Pequabuck River Trail Concept Plans

General

The Fire Station 3 Building Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss an architect update, review construction oversight, and approve the 2025 meeting calendar. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting.

• Architect update on Fire Station 3 construction
• Review of construction oversight and possible action
• Approval of 2025 meeting calendar for the committee

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will consider a lease for a gym in the police complex basement for police mutual aid, and discuss old business including properties at 125 Frederick Street, Candlewood Drive, and Violet Drive. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public participation.

• Bristol Police Mutual Aid Lease for gym in basement of Police Complex
• 125 Frederick Street property discussion
• Candlewood Drive properties
• Violet Drive properties
• Approval of minutes from 10/15/24 meeting

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, review reports, and interview candidates for a police officer position. The board will also discuss a parking request on Main Street.

• Approval of October 15, 2024 minutes
• Main Street South of Summer Street Parking Request
• Interview two certified candidates for Police Officer
• Monthly Budget Report
• Chief's Report

Sewer Commissioners

The Bristol Board of Sewer Commissioners will hold a regular meeting, including approval of October minutes and department reports. The board will review appeals from customers regarding sewer usage bills tied to extremely high meter readings. Customer correspondence for properties at 83-85 North Pond St. and 104 Carpenter Ave. will be discussed. Committee reports on investments and inflow/infiltration studies are also on the agenda.

• Review of sewer usage billing appeals for extremely high meter readings (item 4B.4)
• Customer correspondence for 83-85 North Pond St.
• Customer correspondence for 104 Carpenter Ave.
• Approval of department reports for October 2024
• Committee reports on investments and I&I study

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to approve the minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting and department reports for October 2024. The meeting will be held at the Water Filtration Plant or via Zoom.

• Approval of October 15, 2024 minutes
• Approval of October 2024 department reports
• Customer correspondence on 19-23 Pleasant Ave. and 200 Blakeslee St.
• Committee and investment reports
• Superintendent and Chairperson reports

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will continue public hearings for a water facility and mixed-use development at Maltby Street and Main Street. The meeting also includes the receipt of a new application for an auto body facility and a discussion on non-conformities at a former transmission shop.

• Public hearing continued for New Britain Water Department civic facility at Maltby Street
• Public hearing continued for Gold Coast Properties mixed-use development at 37 Main Street and 149 Church Street
• New application for auto body facility at 200 Terryville Road
• Discussion on non-conformities at 881 Farmington Avenue
• Approval of minutes from October 2024

Aquifer Protection Agency

The Aquifer Protection Agency is holding a special meeting to consider a registration transfer for a business at 881 Farmington Avenue. The agency will also provide an overview of APA Technical Training.

• Registration transfer request APAT1-2411-01 for Frank’s Transmission to 881 Farmington Associates Corp. at 881 Farmington Avenue
• Overview of Aquifer Protection Area Program Technical Training

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the Finance Committee report and provide an update on the Strategic Plan. The meeting includes a review of October bills and reports from various health clinics and departments. An executive session is anticipated regarding legal matters associated with Reworld.

• Update on Strategic Plan
• Directors and Officers Insurance
• Finance Committee Report
• Executive session regarding legal matters associated with Reworld

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will review its 2025 meeting calendar and approve the June 30, 2024 year‑end financial statements. It will consider whether to join as lead plaintiff in the Elanco Animal Health securities lawsuit. The board will also receive an investment review from Beirne Wealth Consulting.

• Approve 2025 Retirement Board meeting calendar
• Accept June 30, 2024 year‑end financial statements
• Discuss participation as lead plaintiff in Elanco Animal Health securities litigation
• Investment review by Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will meet virtually to examine its special permit requirements and procedures. Commissioners will also review site‑plan requirements, the Phase 3 schedule, and recommended amendments to commercial and industrial zoning. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of next steps for these items.

• Review of Special Permit Requirements and Procedures
• Review of Site Plan Requirements and Procedures
• Review Phase 3 schedule
• Review recommended commercial and industrial zone amendments
• Discussion of next steps

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

This is a special meeting of the Bristol Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency. The primary item is a workshop to discuss IWWA regulations. Public participation is allowed. The next regular meeting is December 2, 2024.

• IWWA Regulations Workshop

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The commission will hear a presentation from Jason Krueger, Executive Director of the Bristol Senior Center, on services offered. They will also receive an update on installation of smoke/CO detectors and continue a lesson on American Sign Language. The agenda includes approval of October 9 meeting minutes and correspondence thanking the Registars of Voters for a prior presentation.

• Presentation by Jason Krueger, Executive Director of the Bristol Senior Center, on services offered
• Update on installation of smoke/CO detectors
• Lesson on American Sign Language
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024
• Correspondence to Registars of Voters Kevin McCauley (D) and Jolene Lusitani (R) thanking them for the election presentation

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance are meeting to vote on several fund appropriations and transfers. The primary items include addressing a Board of Education deficit and managing the Equipment Building Sinking Fund.

• Additional appropriation of $3,472,811 within the General Fund for BOE deficit
• Transfer of $1,250,000 within the General Fund and $1,250,000 appropriation for Equipment Building Sinking Fund
• Additional appropriation of $19,071 within the General Fund for Perm Patch
• Transfer of $20,000 from General Fund Contingency for CLA Digital Dashboard Assessment-BOE
• Rescinding of $217,176 within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund to closeout projects

City Council

The Bristol City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing permits for solar panel installation at the Lake Avenue landfill, approving change orders totaling over $759,000 for school construction projects, and accepting state funding of $179,176 for downtown traffic signal design. The council will also appoint an Acting Director of Human Resources and enter executive session to discuss litigation and personnel matters. Public participation is open.

• Authorize permit applications for solar panels on Lake Avenue landfill
• Change Order #550 for D'Amato+Downes Joint Venture at Memorial Boulevard Arts Magnet School: $657,449.16
• Accept $179,176 state grant for redesign of three downtown traffic signals (North Main/Center, South/George, Route 72/Main)
• Approve $12,000 contract with Flock Safety for two additional police cameras
• Appointment of Linda Milia as Acting Director of Human Resources

General

The Economic and Community Development CDBG Policy Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Residential Rehab Program and the 5-Year Consolidated Plan. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Residential Rehab Program
• Review of 5-Year Consolidated Plan
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024 special meeting

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Board will approve minutes from the October 3 meeting and consider a consent agenda covering communications and development reports. New business includes discussion of the 894 Middle Street project, updates on ARPA funding, industrial initiatives, incentives, and downtown development. The board will also set the calendar for its 2025 meetings.

• 894 Middle Street
• ARPA Update
• Industrial Update
• Incentives Update
• Downtown Update

Code Enforcement Committee

The Bristol Code Enforcement Committee will review 28 properties with code violations, including high-priority cases like 13 Landry St and 295 Park St. They will also consider a fix & lien action for 318 South St and a Uniform Relocation Assistance Act (URAA) matter for 107 Gridley St.

• Fix & Lien action for 318 South St (deteriorated roof)
• URAA for 107 Gridley St (condemned/broken sewer lateral)
• High-priority properties: 13 Landry St, 295 Park St, 74 Locust St, 81 Wolcott St
• 98 Crown St: hoarding, trash, feces in basement; property for sale
• 424 Lake Ave Unit 6: hoarding and sewage leak

School Readiness Council

The council will approve the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting and hear reports from its program quality, health, governance, community outreach, infant‑toddler, and transition‑to‑kindergarten committees. It will receive updates from the City School Readiness and Child Day Care Liaison, as well as quality‑enhancement and monitoring reports. The meeting will also address resignations, make new appointments, and consider old and new business items.

• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting
• Committee reports: program quality, health, governance, community outreach, infant and toddler, transition to kindergarten
• City School Readiness and Child Day Care Liaison report (OEC and statewide updates, local updates)
• Quality Enhancement Report
• Monitoring Report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a continued public hearing regarding variance requests for a property at 31 Poitras Road. The board will also review the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for Application #3809: fence height and setback variances at 31 Poitras Road

Board of Ethics

The Bristol Board of Ethics will hold a special meeting to consider a complaint filed on September 9, 2024 by Lauren Vernaglia. The board will review the chair's summary of the complaint, hear requests from both parties, and conduct a hearing on the items where probable cause was found. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling of any follow‑up sessions.

• Review and approval of minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting
• Chair's summary of the complaint and finding of probable cause
• Hearings on complaint items with probable cause, including testimony and exhibits
• Consideration of requests from complainant Lauren Vernaglia and respondent Shelby Pons
• Scheduling of any additional meetings as needed

City Arts & Culture Commission

The Bristol Arts & Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review the Halloween Spooktacular, and set a vision for the commission's future.

• Approval of October 2, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Halloween Spooktacular event
• Discussion on David Krezel Wood Carving and Firehouse Update
• Vision setting for the Arts and Culture Commission
• Concessionaire update

Storm Water Trust

The Storm Water Control Trust will meet to reorganize the board treasurer position and approve 2025 meeting dates. The body will also discuss an invasive species report and conduct on-site inspections of obligated sites.

• Reorganization of the Board Treasurer
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Discussion on Invasive Species Report
• On-site inspections of obligated sites

Police Awards Committee

The Bristol Police Awards Committee will meet on November 5, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the Chiefs Conference Room, 131 North Main Street. The committee will review and discuss award recommendations, including the Officer of the Month for October 2024. Routine agenda items include call to order, public participation, and approval of the October 1, 2024 minutes.

• Review award recommendations
• Review award recommendation for Officer of the Month (October 2024)
• Approval of minutes: October 1, 2024

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will meet via Zoom on November 5, 2024. The agenda does not list any specific ordinances, contracts, or other items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

General

The Board of Public Works is conducting a tree hearing to review requests for tree removal. The board will discuss the health of the trees and mitigation measures for planting.

• Presentation of requests to remove trees
• Review of tree health information
• Discussion of tree planting and mitigation plans

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will discuss project revisions and updates with UHY. The body will vote on specific funding approvals and the rescinding of funds for IT and brownfields projects.

• Proposed $9,000 for West Cemetery Barnes Chapel Ceiling Repairs/Survey Project
• Proposed $50,000 for UHY Advisors Manager Services Project
• Proposed rescission of $66,159 from City IT Cisco Phone Gateway Project
• Proposed rescission of $20,342 from City Brownfields Grant Program Project
• Discussion of Building Bristol Grant Program

General

The Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve its 2025 calendar and review a lawn care contract. The body will discuss updates and grant funding for the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery and the process for locating gravestones at North Cemetery.

• Update and grant search for the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery
• Correction of paperwork for locating gravestones at North Cemetery
• Review of Lawn Care Contract
• Planning for Wreaths Across America on December 14, 2024
• Approval of the 2025 Cemetery Commission Meeting Calendar

Library Board of Directors

The Bristol Library Board will discuss the protocol for using the library as an emergency overnight shelter during cold weather. It will also review a new "Donate" page on the library website and a new Social Media Policy. The board will set the library's Thanksgiving Eve closing time for November 27, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. and approve the minutes from the October 7 meeting.

• Review new "Donate" page on library website
• Review new Social Media Policy
• Discuss use of library as emergency overnight shelter during cold weather
• Set Thanksgiving Eve library closing on Nov 27, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
• Approve minutes from Oct. 7, 2024 meeting

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will hold public hearings on two property applications. The body will also consider a new application for a rehabilitation project at Cambridge Park.

• Application #2041: Regrading rear property at 31 Royal Drive
• Application #2043: Installation of 5-foot wide ADA concrete sidewalks at Rockwell Park
• Application #2044: Roadway replacement, new parking, and demolition of 8 residential buildings at 98 Jerome Avenue
• Information update on the New Britain Water Project
• IWWA Regulations Workshop

General

The Bristol Energy Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the town's Energy Plan. Commissioners may consider any actions needed based on that discussion. No specific proposals, votes, or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of the Energy Plan (no specific action detailed)
• Call to Order (procedural)
• Adjournment (procedural)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will hold an on‑site inspection on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. The inspection will review Application #2043 located at Rockwell Park (Assessor’s Map 11, Lot 208). No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Application #2043 – on‑site inspection at Rockwell Park (Assessor’s Map 11, Lot 208)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency are holding a special meeting. The body will address old business regarding a Cease & Correct order.

• Cease & Correct - 42 Paul Street

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission canceled its scheduled Regular Meeting for Monday, October 28, 2024. The next meeting is set for Monday, November 25, 2024.

• Meeting canceled for Oct 28, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for Nov 25, 2024

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review monthly reports and minutes from the September 26 meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and standard reports.

• Approval of September 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Review of Chief's Monthly Report
• Review of Monthly Reports Combined
• Review of Incident Charts

General

The City Council is meeting to approve authorization letters for Phase II of the Northeast Middle School project. The body will also hold an executive session regarding the purchase of two lots on Perkins Street.

• Letters of Authorization for Phase II of the Northeast Middle School project
• Purchase offer for Lot 12-5 and Lot 11 R on Assessor's Map 60, Perkins Street

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting of the Bristol Historic District Commission scheduled for Oct 23, 2024 at 5:00 PM was cancelled. The cancellation was ordered by Chair Colleen Nicastro because there are no pending applications and none were received by the filing deadline. The next regular meeting is set for Nov 26, 2024.

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The Fire Station 3 Building Committee will meet to discuss the project's progress. The agenda includes an update from the architect and a report from the Ordinance Committee.

• Architect update
• Ordinance Committee update
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Youth Commission

The Bristol Youth Commission will review and discuss the Holiday Gift Giving Program, now located at City Hall, including application procedures, donor recruitment, and volunteer opportunities. The commission will also talk about upcoming holiday events such as the Stuff a Cruiser activity at Walmart on November 9, 2024, and a pending Shop With a Cop event. Routine items include approval of the September 11, 2024 meeting minutes, the Supervisor's Report with year‑to‑date financials, and an update on the Appetite for Reading "Little Library".

• Holiday Gift Giving Program – new location at City Hall; application, donor recruitment, volunteer info
• Holiday Events – Stuff a Cruiser at Walmart on November 9, 2024; Shop With a Cop date TBD
• Approval of September 11, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Supervisor's Report including year‑to‑date financials
• Appetite for Reading "Little Library" update

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will discuss budget updates and appropriations for the Board of Education and the Comptroller's Office. The meeting includes several small fund transfers and appropriations for police, public works, and school readiness. Members will also discuss an animal control facility and potential land acquisition.

• Additional appropriation of $3,472,811 within the General Fund for the Board of Education
• Transfer and additional appropriation of $1,250,000 within the Equipment Building Sinking Fund
• Rescinding of $217,176 within the Coronavirus Recovery Fund for the ARP Task Force
• Additional appropriation of $59,189 for School Readiness
• Discussion on the Animal Control Facility and potential land acquisition

Transportation Commission

The Bristol Transportation Commission will discuss several old‑business items, including the city planner’s membership on the commission, a survey, a presentation on the RT‑72 corridor, and a request from the West End Association for a new bus stop. The meeting also includes a City Council Liaison report and routine procedural items.

• City Planner Membership of Transportation Commission
• Survey
• RT 72 Corridor Presentation
• West End Association Bus Stop request
• City Council Liaison Report

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council is meeting to discuss its active return to the community and potential alliances. Members will hold open discussions regarding a task force and a name change. The council will also determine how to reintroduce itself to the public.

• Discussion on Council name change
• Discussion on Task Force
• Planning for community reintroduction via social media, events, or conversations
• Potential alliances with West End Association, Arts and Culture, and Parks, Rec, Youth and Community Services
• Proposed 2025 meeting dates for the 4th Tuesday of the month

Opioid Task Force

The Mayor’s Opioid Task Force will meet to review updates and conduct general business. The agenda includes reports on the B.E.S.T. program and a partnership between the Bristol Police and Cobra.

• Cobra & Bristol Police Partnership update
• B.E.S.T. update
• Acceptance of April 15, 2024 minutes

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on special permits for a civic facility and earth removal projects. The body will also consider applications for mixed-use developments and an alternative signage program in the downtown business zone.

• Application #2504, #2505, #2506: Civic facility and earth removal at Maltby Street (New Britain Water Department)
• Application #2507: Earth removal and processing south of Barnum Road, north of Farrell Avenue, and east of Arcadia Rd. (Willow Materials, LLC)
• Application #2508: Adaptive re-use of a non-residential building for dwelling units at 92 Jeanette Street
• Application #2509, #2510: Mixed use development and parking at 37 Main Street and 149 Church Street (Gold Coast Properties, LLC)
• Alternative Signage Program for a 152,000 s.f. mixed use development at 100 and 130 North Main Street

Aquifer Protection Agency

The Bristol Aquifer Protection Agency will approve minutes from the September 16 special meeting. It will review the Registration Transfer Form used in Aquifer Protection Areas. The agency will also consider a proposed fee for processing the Registration Transfer Form. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from the September 16, 2024 special meeting
• Review of the Registration Transfer Form for Aquifer Protection Areas
• Review of the proposed fee for the Registration Transfer Form

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to review updates from the Building Use Committee and discuss pricing for activities and events for non-residents. The meeting includes standard reports from the Director and Senior Coordinator.

• Discussion of out of town pricing for activities and events
• Building Use Committee update

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will hear appeals regarding specific code enforcement citations. The meeting will determine the status of citations issued to various property owners and managers.

• Appeal for 86 Stafford Avenue (Citation 252356)
• Appeals for 247 Main Street (Citations 252530, 252548)
• Appeals for 43 Hiltbrand Road (Citations 252223, 252224)
• Appeal for 198 Sherwood Road (Citation 252581)
• Appeal for 50 Terryville Avenue (Citation 252582)

Animal Control Building Committee

The Animal Control Building Committee will consider the purchase of the property at 30 Cross Street. It will also discuss a transfer with the Board of Finance, an architectural review, and regionalization of animal‑control resources. Additional items include fundraising and resident correspondence.

• Review purchase of 30 Cross Street
• Board of Finance transfer
• Discussion of Architectural Review
• Regionalization of Animal Control Resources
• Fundraising

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review division reports and project schedules. The meeting includes discussions on the SW budget, grants, and the 2025 meeting calendar.

• BPW SW Budget
• BPW Grants
• BPW Condenser
• CT SustainableCT Certification
• Board of Public Works 2025 Meeting Calendar

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will present recommended amendments to the environmental regulations within the Zoning Regulations. Commissioners will discuss the proposals, answer questions, and outline next steps for the changes.

• Presentation of recommended environmental regulation amendments to the Zoning Regulations
• Discussion of recommended amendments, including questions and answers
• Consideration of next steps for the proposed amendments

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will meet to review updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager and discuss edits to the Energy Plan.

• Updates by Dave Oakes, Public Facilities & Energy Manager
• Discussion of Energy Plan edits

General

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss a proposed access site request. The board intends to walk through Robert's Property Park to review the site requested by P & B Properties.

• Review of proposed access site requested by P & B Properties at Robert's Property Park

Board of Park Commissioners

The Bristol Board of Park Commissioners will discuss several items at its October 16 meeting. Old business includes a request from P & B Properties to access Robert's Property for soil testing and the annual approval of the BPRYCS Policy Manual. New business includes a request from the Chamber of Commerce to expand the BrewFest in 2025 and a decision on the restoration or demolition of the damaged Rockwell Park comfort station. The meeting will also feature public participation, a superintendent's report, and committee updates.

• Request from P & B Properties to access Robert's Property for soil testing
• Annual approval of the BPRYCS Policy Manual
• Chamber of Commerce request to expand BrewFest 2025
• Decision on restoration or demolition of the damaged Rockwell Park comfort station

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will hold a Zoom meeting on October 15, 2024 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. No specific agenda items are listed; the meeting appears to be procedural.

General

The Energy Commission's special meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024 at 5:30 PM was cancelled. The commission will meet next on Thursday, October 17, 2024. No agenda items were adopted.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review budget and monthly reports. The body is discussing a retirement request, a speed limit change on Matthews Street, and the addition of two FLOCK cameras.

• FLOCK Camera Agreement for 2 additional cameras
• Matthews Street speed limit request
• Marwood Condominium Association waiver request
• Proposal to change Detective Lieutenant title to Captain
• Chief Morello retirement request

Sewer Commissioners

The Bristol Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to approve September minutes and reports, hear customer correspondence, and discuss investment and infiltration and inflow (I&I) studies.

• Approval of September 2024 minutes and department reports
• Customer correspondence from 91-95 Park St. and 83-85 N. Pond St.
• Discussion of investment matters
• Discussion of I&I study
• Superintendent’s report

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from September and department reports. The meeting will be held at the Water Filtration Plant on Terryville Ave. or via Zoom.

• Approval of September 2024 minutes
• Approval of September 2024 department reports
• Public participation and correspondence
• Committee and superintendent reports
• Investment discussion

Board of Health

The Bristol-Burlington Health District will approve September bills and designate a fund balance. The meeting will also include a review of the first quarter Public Health Services Allocation and monthly departmental reports.

• Approval of September 2024 bills
• Designation of fund balance
• Review of first quarter Public Health Services Allocation
• Monthly reports from Director of Health, Dental Clinic, and School Health

Retirement Board

The Bristol Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes, review treasurer reports, and consider authorizing monthly pension withdrawals from November 2024 through April 2025. The board will also review investment performance with Beirne Wealth Consulting.

• Approval of August and September 2024 minutes
• Consideration to approve pension withdrawals Nov. 1, 2024 – Apr. 1, 2025
• Investment Review with Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC
• October 24 Retirements
• Treasurer's Report for August and September 2024

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to review the Phase 3 schedule, discuss environmental amendments, and identify a date for a public presentation of regulations. The meeting will also cover Commercial, Industrial, and Mixed-Use Districts.

• Review Phase 3 schedule
• Discuss environmental amendments
• Identify date for public presentation of regulations
• Discuss Commercial, Industrial, and Mixed-Use Districts

General

The Bristol Board of Police Commissioners will hold an executive session to interview two candidates for Police Officer and Lt. Robert Osborne for Deputy Chief. After the interviews, the board will reconvene in public session to take any necessary actions. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Interview two candidates for Police Officer positions (executive session)
• Interview Lt. Robert Osborne for Deputy Chief position (executive session)
• Reopen public session to consider any actions arising from interviews

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will hear a presentation from the Democratic and Republican Registrars of Voters regarding accessible voting. Members will also review the Commission's presence at recent local events and discuss smoke/CO detector installations.

• Presentation on accessible voting by Registrars Kevin McCauley and Jolene Lusitani
• Review of participation in the Bristol Senior Center Health Fair (Sept 26) and Mum Festival (Sept 28)
• Update on installation of smoke/CO detectors
• Discussion of American Sign Language lessons

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is holding a special meeting to discuss a resolution regarding city debt. The board will consider authorizing the issuance of refunding bonds to pay off existing general obligation bonds.

• Resolution to authorize $27,000,000 in Refunding Bonds
• Payment of $21,130,000 General Obligation Bonds (2017 issue)
• Payment of $22,500,000 Tax-exempt General Obligation Bonds (2018, Series A)

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The joint meeting will consider a resolution authorizing the issuance of $27,000,000 in refunding bonds to pay principal, interest, and call premium on existing general obligation bonds. The bodies will also approve several fund transfers, including $83,098 from the Community Development Block Grant Fund and $55,203 for the Aging department's Dial A Ride grant. Additional appropriations include $18,000 for Shrub Road sidewalks and $3,141,765 to the General Fund. A $43,325 transfer for the BOE Special Audit and a monthly revenue and expense report will also be presented.

• Approve $27,000,000 bond refunding resolution
• Transfer $83,098 within the Community Development Block Grant Fund
• Additional appropriation of $55,203 for the Aging department's Dial A Ride grant
• Transfer $18,000 for Shrub Road sidewalks in the Capital Projects Fund
• Additional appropriation of $3,141,765 to the General Fund

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $6.7 million construction contract for a new Firehouse 3 and approve a $27 million bond refunding. The meeting will also address a solar facility lease, a senior volunteer tax credit, and various ordinance amendments.

• Award Contract 2C25-022 for Firehouse 3 construction to W.J. Mountford Company ($6,763,000)
• Approve $27,000,000 refunding bonds for outstanding General Obligation Bonds
• Consider lease for solar array at 685 Lake Avenue with CTEC Solar, LLC
• Approve resolution for Senior Volunteer Tax Relief Program
• Award Contract 2P25-010 for Bristol Burlington Health District renovation ($139,150)

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will discuss project summaries and the Building Bristol Grant Program with UHY Advisors. The body will consider rescinding funds from three specific projects and extending a contract for project management.

• Rescind $199,524 from the City Hall HVAC Project
• Rescind $2,293 from the Kern Park Project
• Rescind $6,134 from the Pine Lake Project
• Extend Contract 2P22-003 with UHY Advisors through December 31, 2026

Police Memorial Committee

The Police Memorial Committee will approve the September 9, 2024 meeting minutes. It will then discuss the condition of cruiser doors and plans for the October 12th anniversary ceremony. No other business is listed.

• Approval of the September 9, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of cruiser doors
• Discussion of the October 12th Anniversary Ceremony

General

The Bristol Cemetery Commission will review the status of the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery, including conservation needs and its potential listing on the State Historic Register. Commissioners will also consider applying for grants to complete the monument work and will review the existing lawn care contract. Additional items include distributing gravestone location paperwork and planning the Wreaths Across America event on December 14, 2024.

• Update on Civil War Monument conservation and State Historic Register status
• Search for grants to finish the Civil War Monument
• Review of the lawn care contract for cemetery grounds
• Distribution and correction of gravestone location paperwork with QR codes
• Planning for Wreaths Across America event on December 14, 2024

Library Board of Directors

The Bristol Library Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes, review committee reports, and vote on whether to keep the Centennial Fund with the city or move it to the Main Street Community Foundation.

• Vote to keep Centennial Fund with City or move to Main Street Community Foundation
• Review new Social Media Policy
• Review new 'Donate' page on website
• Use of library as emergency overnight shelter
• August 2024 Statistics and YTD Budget

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency will hold public hearings on three wetlands applications. The body will also review a new application for sidewalks at Rockwell Park and discuss cease and correct orders for two properties.

• Application #2040: Mixed-use commercial development at 37 Main Street
• Application #2041: Regrading rear property at 31 Royal Drive
• Application #2042: ADA compliant concrete sidewalks at Memorial Boulevard Park
• Application #2043: ADA compliant concrete sidewalks and exercise circuits at Rockwell Park
• Cease & Correct orders for 465 Emmett Street and 42 Paul Street

General

The Economic and Community Development Board will meet to consider the proposal for the Southeast Bristol Business Park Lot #2 project. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the July 11, 2024 special meeting and a public participation segment. No final action on the project is indicated in the agenda.

• Discuss proposal for the Southeast Bristol Business Park – Lot #2 Project
• Approve minutes of the Special Meeting held July 11, 2024

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Board will meet on Oct. 3, 2024 to consider several items. New business includes discussion of the Rt. 72 streetscape project on Riverside Avenue, an update on brownfield sites, and a CDBG housing rehabilitation agreement. The board will also review marketing videos, a downtown update, and the facade grant program. Committee assignments will be addressed as well.

• Rt. 72 Streetscape - Riverside Avenue
• Brownfields Update
• CDBG Housing Rehab Agreement
• Marketing Videos
• Facade Grant Program Update

General

The Board of Ethics will meet to determine if there is probable cause regarding a complaint received on September 9, 2024. The board will review communications from the respondent and take necessary action regarding the complaint.

• Review of September 9, 2024 ethics complaint for probable cause
• Review of respondent communications

City Arts & Culture Commission

The Arts & Culture Commission will meet to approve minutes from September 2024 and receive a report from the Arts and Culture Supervisor covering financials, project updates, and downtown events. The meeting will also address old business items including a mural and wood carving updates.

• Approval of September 4, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes
• Arts and Culture Supervisor's Report (Financials, Project Updates, Downtown Live)
• Kendall Soliwoda Little League Mural discussion
• David Krezel Wood Carving Update
• Cultural District Event Timing discussion

Police Awards Committee

The Police Awards Committee will meet to approve minutes from August and review award recommendations, including Officer of the Month for September 2024.

• Approval of August 6, 2024 minutes
• Review of Officer of the Month recommendations (September 2024)
• Discussion of award recommendations and necessary actions

Ordinance Committee

The committee will review reports from public hearings regarding building permit fees, the Bristol Transportation Commission, and early retirement and vesting. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing report on section 5-19 Building Permit Fees
• Public hearing report on section 18-170 Bristol Transportation Commission
• Public hearing report on section 2-80 and 2-86 Early Retirement and Vesting

General

The Bristol Energy Commission will meet to discuss the town’s Energy Plan and consider any necessary actions. The agenda lists a call to order, the discussion item, and adjournment. No specific decisions, contracts, or dollar amounts are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of the Energy Plan and potential actions

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to continue discussing a variance request for a fence at 31 Poitras Road. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom on October 1, 2024.

• Public Hearing continued: Application #3809 for fence height and setback variance at 31 Poitras Road
• Approval of September 3, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom on October 1, 2024

Animal Control Building Committee

The Animal Control Building Committee will review reports on conditions at 30 Cross Street and consider referring the purchase of that property to the City Council. The meeting is scheduled for September 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers, 111 N Main St, Bristol.

• Review reports on conditions at 30 Cross Street
• Consider referral to City Council for purchase of property at 30 Cross St

Storm Water Trust

The Storm Water Trust will review reports on current obligated sites and discuss potential new sites. The treasurer will present a report on investments. Members will consider any payment requests for site maintenance and possible changes to investment allocations. The meeting will also set dates for the 2025 sessions.

• Report on obligated storm‑water sites
• Discussion of potential new obligated sites
• Treasurer’s report on investments
• Consideration of payment requests for site maintenance
• Consideration of investment allocation adjustments

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The committee will meet to receive an update from the architect and discuss construction oversight for Fire Station 3. The body may take action regarding the oversight process.

• Architect update
• Review of construction oversight

Fair Rent Commission Task Force

The Bristol Fair Rent Commission will approve the minutes from its August 28, 2024 meeting and hold hearings on two fair rent complaints: one involving tenant Donald M. Greene and Sun New Cambridge Apartments LLCs, and another involving tenants Theresa Cohen and Stacy Watt and landlord Jane Nyerick. Commissioners will also discuss old business, including a recommendation of procedures for adoption by the city council, and new business such as meeting dates and agendas.

• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting
• Hearing on fair rent complaint: Donald M. Greene vs. Sun New Cambridge Apartments 1‑7 LLCs
• Hearing on fair rent complaint: Theresa Cohen & Stacy Watt vs. Jane Nyerick
• Recommendation of procedures for adoption by city council
• Discussion of meeting dates and agendas

General

The Board of Ethics is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive an ethics complaint from the Town Clerk. Per Bristol City Code of Ordinances Section 2-133, the matter will remain confidential.

• Approval of December 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Receipt of ethics complaint from the Town Clerk

Board of Finance

The Bristol Board of Finance will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple fund transfers and appropriations. A major item is the Comptroller's Office request for an additional $4,391,765 in the General Fund. Other agenda items include updates from the Board of Education, a bid waiver for Clean Harbors Environmental, and various committee and liaison reports.

• Approve $4,391,765 additional appropriation in the General Fund (Comptroller's Office)
• Transfer $83,098 within the Community Development Block Grant Fund
• Transfer $42,510 to the Police Department Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Approve bid waiver for Clean Harbors Environmental ($65,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency)
• Additional appropriation of $55,203 for the Aging operating budget

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss new business including a West End Association request, a Board of Public Works roundabout presentation, and updates on RT. 72.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes
• West End Association Request
• Ordinance Committee Public Hearing on Membership
• Board of Public Works Roundabout Presentation
• RT. 72 Updates

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council will meet to review city obligations and the overlap between city groups and the council. The body will also receive information on a task force from guest David Haberfeld and discuss a possible name change for the council.

• Discussion of City Obligations
• Review of current city groups and Diversity Council overlap
• Task force information from guest David Haberfeld of West End Assoc.
• Discussion of possible name change to Diversity Council

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency are conducting on-site reviews for three specific applications. These inspections are scheduled to take place sequentially starting at 5:00 P.M.

• On-site inspection of application #2041 at 31 Royal Drive
• On-site inspection of application #2042 at Memorial Boulevard Park (Assessor’s Map 30 & 30A, Lots 115 & 18)
• On-site inspection of application #2040 at 37 Main Street

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission will convene to review three zoning referrals and a subdivision status report. The meeting will also include the approval of prior minutes and public participation.

• Review of Special Permit application #2508 for adaptive re-use at 92 Jeanette Street
• Review of C.G.S. 8-24 referral for Lot 3 Business Park Road
• Review of C.G.S. 8-24 referral for 30 Cross Street
• Review of C.G.S. 8-24 referral for 396 Jerome Avenue
• Subdivision Status Report for September 2024

Board of Finance

The Bristol Board of Finance will meet on September 19, 2024 to consider the scope of a special audit of the Board of Education. The committee will discuss any necessary actions related to that audit. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discuss scope of the Board of Education Special Audit

Citation Hearings

The Corporation Counsel's Office is conducting hearings to review citation appeals. Two specific properties are listed on the agenda for these proceedings.

• Citation appeal for Grand Manor Holdings LLC at 46 Locust Street
• Citation appeal for Bonnie Paghense at 190 Church Drive

Animal Control Building Committee

The committee will conduct a walk-through of a proposed location for an animal control facility. Members will also discuss the selection of an architect.

• Walk-through of proposed facility location
• Discussion regarding an architect

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and receive an update on public facilities and energy resources. The meeting will also include a presentation on energy resources and edits to the energy plan.

• Approval of July 18, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
• Updates by Dave Oakes - Public Facilities & Energy Manager
• Energy Resources Presentation
• Energy Plan Edits

General

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss the future of the Dinner on the Diamond event. The board will also consider a proposal to establish a 501c3 Parks Foundation aligned with the Strategic Plan.

• Discussion on the future of Dinner on the Diamond
• Proposal to establish a 501c3 Parks Foundation

General

The Bristol Board of Police Commissioners will meet on September 18, 2024 to consider several items. Old business includes updates from Chief Morello and the Police Commissioners. New business features a monthly update, a request to the Board of Finance, an alarm appeal request, and a retirement request. The meeting also includes a presentation of awards and routine reports.

• Board of Finance Request
• Alarm Appeal Request
• Request for Retirement
• Monthly Update from Chief Morello
• Presentation of Awards

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss park maintenance, budget timelines, and strategic planning. The meeting includes a review of a major construction contract and requests for property access and event displays.

• Contract award to Dayton Construction for $4,994,000.00 for Page Park Renovations Phase 1
• Request from P & B Properties to access Robert's Property for soil testing
• Request from Kris Salls for holiday light displays at Page Park Pool
• Approval of the FY 25 Internal Budget Process and Timeline
• Review of draft educational signage for geese management

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee is scheduled to meet virtually on September 17, 2024. The meeting is an invitation-only event hosted by the Corporation Counsel's Office.

• Meeting via Zoom
• Real Estate Committee agenda
• Corporation Counsel's Office invitation

Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Sewer Commissioners will meet to approve August 2024 minutes and department reports. The agenda includes discussions on investments, an I&I study, and customer correspondence for three specific addresses.

• Customer correspondence for 91-95 Park St.
• Customer correspondence for 160 Lexington St.
• Customer correspondence for 92 Indiana St.
• I & I Study discussion

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings for several special permits and site plans. These include residential projects on Earl Street and a proposed civic facility on Maltby Street.

• Application #2494/2495: 15-unit Unified Residential Development at Earl Street
• Application #2498: Zone change from R-15 to A (Multi-Family Residential) at Old Wolcott Road and Wolcott Street
• Application #2504/2505/2506: Civic facility and earth removal permits at Maltby Street for New Britain Water Department
• Application #2507: Special permit for earth removal and processing near Barnum Road, Farrell Avenue, and Arcadia Rd.
• Application #2508: Adaptive re-use of a non-residential building for dwelling units at 92 Jeanette Street

Aquifer Protection Agency

The Aquifer Protection Agency is meeting to consider registration renewals for three businesses. The agency will also determine the regulatory status for the New Britain Water Department on Maltby Street.

• Registration renewal for Rick’s Automotive, Inc. at 16 John Avenue
• Registration renewal for Yankee Harley Davidson Motorcycles at 488 Farmington Avenue
• Registration renewal for True Value Rental at 742 Farmington Avenue
• Regulatory status determination for New Britain Water Department on Maltby Street

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to designate a fund balance and review a report from the Finance Committee. The agenda includes updates on the relocation of the Bristol-Burlington Health District (BBHD) and the current strategic plan.

• Designation of fund balance
• Report from the Finance Committee
• Relocation of BBHD
• Board self-evaluation
• Executive session regarding Reworld legal matters and employee matters

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board meeting scheduled for September 12, 2024 at 5:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for October 10, 2024.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review year-to-date financials and grant approvals. The body will discuss the 2024–2025 Youth and Community Services Pillars of Service and the BPRYCS Strategic Plan Workshop.

• Year-To-Date Financials and Grant Approvals
• Appetite for Reading: "Little Library" update
• 2024–2025 Youth and Community Services Pillars of Service
• B.E.S.T.- Project Coordinator update
• BPRYCS Strategic Plan Workshop discussion

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities will hear a presentation from City Assessor Thomas DeNoto regarding tax and relief programs. The body will also review its recent presence at the Rockwell Park Festival and the farmers' market.

• Presentation by Thomas DeNoto on Tax and Relief Programs for the Disabled
• Review of Rockwell Park Festival (August 17) and farmers' market (August 31) participation
• Discussion of tentative speakers for October and beyond
• Lesson on American Sign Language

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee is holding public hearings to discuss two proposed amendments to the Bristol Code of Ordinances. Both proposals concern Chapter 2, Administration, Article II, regarding retirement.

• Proposed amendment to Sec. 2-80 regarding the early retirement option
• Proposed amendment to Sec. 2-86 regarding vesting

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The joint meeting will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple appropriations and transfers totaling several million dollars. It will approve resolutions modifying the scope and bond authorization for the $2,990,000 Animal Control Facility design and construction project. Additional items include closing out fiscal year 2023-2024 and carrying over funds to the 2024-2025 budget.

• Approve resolutions modifying the scope and $2,990,000 bond for the new Animal Control Facility
• Approve an additional appropriation of $43,405 from the Manross Memorial Fund for HVAC replacement
• Transfer $220,000 within the Capital Projects Fund for the Jerome Avenue Bridge project
• Transfer $278,000 within the General Fund for settlement of the Fire Local 733 contract
• Approve an additional appropriation of $5,900 from Storm Water Trust revenue within the General Fund

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several infrastructure contracts, including drainage and park improvements. The body will also discuss solar development partnerships and amendments to city ordinances regarding permit fees and line of duty determinations.

• Award Contract 2C25-001 for Page Park Improvements to Dayton Construction Company, Inc. for $4,994,500.00
• Award Contract 2C25-015 for Storm Drainage at 120 Perkins Street to Gerber Construction, Inc. for $159,847.00
• Authorize Letters of Intent for solar development partnerships with Greenskies Clean Energy LLC and FirstLight Power Services LLC
• Approve a $250,000 grant from the DEEP Climate Resilience Fund
• Proposed amendments to Bristol Code of Ordinances Section 5-19 regarding Permits and Permit Fees

Police Memorial Committee

The Police Memorial Committee will meet to approve minutes from July 2024 and discuss the status of the cruiser door display and the memorial. No formal decisions are listed.

• Approval of July 1, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of cruiser door display status
• Discussion of memorial status

Library Board of Directors

The Bristol Library Board will approve the minutes from the July 1, 2024 meeting. It will hear reports from the Finance, Property, Policy, Strategic Planning, and Library Director committees, including June and July 2024 statistics and the year‑to‑date budget as of September 3, 2024. The meeting also includes public participation, liaison updates, and old/new business items.

• Approval of minutes from the July 1, 2024 regular meeting
• Review of June 2024 library statistics
• Review of July 2024 library statistics
• Review of year‑to‑date budget as of September 3, 2024
• Reports from Finance, Property, Policy, Strategic Planning, and Library Director committees

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Bristol Conservation Commission will consider five new wetland permit applications covering residential, recreational, and commercial projects. Public hearings will be held for two additional applications involving a wetlands crossing bridge and utility trench work. The commission will also address two existing Cease & Correct orders and receive staff reports and administrative approvals.

• Application #2037 – wetland permit for a new single‑family home at Old Wolcott Road, Lot 46‑5
• Application #2038 – wetland permit for a 16’ × 32’ pool with electric heat pump at 632 Village Street
• Application #2040 – wetland permit for a mixed‑use commercial development at 37 Main Street
• Application #2034 – public hearing on a wetlands crossing bridge for the 260 Perkins Street open‑space development
• Old Business – Cease & Correct orders for 42 Paul Street and 465 Emmett Street

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Board is meeting to review updates on city marketing and downtown initiatives. The board will discuss specific property updates and a grant request for a building façade.

• Update on 273 Riverside Avenue
• Façade Grant for 350 Riverside Avenue
• BOF Transfer Request
• BristolWORKS! Update
• Downtown and Marketing updates

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will discuss properties of interest and review old business regarding building and zoning violations. The meeting includes a review of high-priority properties that have been on the list for over three months.

• Discussion of properties including 215 Perkins St, 128 Barlow St, 31 Balsam St, 585 Wolcott Rd, 71 Arlington Street, and 81 Carol Drive
• Review of high-priority violations at 13 Landry St, 295 Park St, 74 Locust St, 81 Wolcott St, and 5 Arlington St
• Review of condemned or vacant properties at 8-10 Summer St, 9 Divinity St, and 107 Gridley Street
• Clean & Lien / Fix & Lien discussions for 318 South St and 81 Wolcott St
• Uniform Relocation Assisting Act (URAA) discussion for 107 Gridley

School Readiness Council

The School Readiness Council will meet to conduct appointments, elect chairpersons, and review committee updates. The meeting includes reports on quality enhancement, monitoring, and child day care liaison updates.

• Appointments of Maegan Adams and Councilor Erick Rosengren
• Resignations of Councilor Andrew Howe and Siri Gilmore
• Election of chairpersons
• Committee updates for Program Quality, Health Services, Governance, Community Outreach, Infant and Toddler, and Transition to Kindergarten

City Arts & Culture Commission

The City Arts & Culture Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, review financials, and discuss updates for public art projects including the South Street Carving and Downtown Live.

• Approval of August 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of financials and project updates
• Discussion of Downtown Live brochure and bid updates
• Consideration of budget adoption
• Review of the Kendall Soliwoda Little League Mural

Police Awards Committee

The regular meeting of the Police Awards Committee scheduled for September 3, 2024, has been cancelled.

Ordinance Committee

The Bristol Ordinance Committee meeting on September 3, 2024 will consider a report from a public hearing on the new Section 2-97.5.1 line-of-duty determination. The committee will also review Section 5-19 concerning building permits and associated fees. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion.

• Report from public hearing on new Section 2-97.5.1 line-of-duty determination
• Review of Section 5-19 building permits and fees
• Public participation segment
• Old business items
• New business items

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for five variance applications. These requests involve property setbacks, fence heights, and parking requirements at various city locations.

• Application #3807: Side yard variance for smoking area overhang at 192 Pine Street
• Application #3809: Fence height and setback variances at 31 Poitras Road
• Application #3810: Fence height and setback variances at 70 Valmore Road
• Application #3811: Rear and side yard variances at 300 Broad Street
• Application #3812: Parking space requirement variance at 300 Broad Street

Historic District Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for five Certificates of Appropriateness. These requests involve replacing wood windows with vinyl at three properties and the construction of a new single-family home.

• Application #2024-07-01: 12 wood windows to vinyl at 159 Woodland Street
• Application #2024-07-02: 19 wood windows to vinyl at 38 Broadview Street
• Application #2024-08-01: Wood windows to vinyl at 159 Woodland Street
• Application #2024-08-02: New single-family residential home at 181 Grove Street
• Application #2024-08-03: 31 wood windows to vinyl and new grates at 196 Woodland Street

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The committee will approve the special meeting minutes from August 8, 2024, receive an update from the architect on the fire station project, hear an ordinance committee report on permit fees, and consider any new business items.

• Approval of special meeting minutes (August 8, 2024)
• Architect update on Fire Station 3 building project
• Ordinance Committee update regarding permit fees
• Public participation period
• Consideration of new business

General

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to conduct a hearing regarding a fair rent complaint. The body will also seat alternates and review minutes from May 22, 2024.

• Hearing on fair rent complaint: Tyra Smith (Tenant) vs. Bristol Master Tenant LLC and Bristol Enterprises LLC (Landlord)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will vote on a consent agenda that includes numerous additional appropriations and fund transfers, such as $43,405 for the Library and $220,000 for Public Works capital projects. It will discuss a budget update from the Board of Education and a request for a bid waiver to Hut Global dba Volume Cases. The Board will also consider two resolutions that change the scope of the $2,990,000 appropriation and bond authorization for a new Animal Control Facility. Additional items include fiscal year close‑out transfers and carryovers.

• Additional appropriation of $43,405 for the Library (Manross Memorial Fund)
• Transfer of $220,000 within the Capital Projects Fund for Public Works
• Resolution modifying the $2,990,000 design and construction scope for a new Animal Control Facility
• Resolution modifying the $2,990,000 bond issuance scope for the Animal Control Facility
• Bid waiver request to Hut Global dba Volume Cases

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will meet to discuss a roundabout presentation from the Board of Public Works and a Complete Streets workshop from NVCOG. The body will also review updates regarding Route 72 and the role of the City Planner within the commission.

• Board of Public Works Roundabout Presentation
• NVCOG Workshop-Complete Streets
• Route 72 Updates
• City Planner Role In Transportation Commission
• Appointment of new commissioner Steve Coan

Diversity Council

The Bristol Diversity Council will discuss three options for its future: continue under the city, become a task force, or disband. The meeting also includes nominations for Chair and Vice Chair and setting future meeting days and times. Standard agenda items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public participation are also on the agenda.

• Decision on future of Diversity Council (continue under city, become task force, or disband)
• Nominations for Chair
• Nominations for Vice Chair
• Set meeting days and times
• Approval of minutes from April 23, 2024 regular meeting and May 28, 2024 special meeting

General

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency is conducting on-site reviews of two applications. These inspections are scheduled to take place sequentially starting at 5:30 P.M.

• On-site review of Application #2035 at 175 Southdown Dr.
• On-site review of Application #2034 at 260 Perkins St. and Rear Lot

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission announced that its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, August 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM is cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is a special meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Residents may contact the Land Use Office at 860‑584‑6225 with questions.

Planning Commission

The special meeting of the Bristol Planning Commission scheduled for August 22, 2024, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will consider approving transfers totaling $369,650 from the Board of Finance to fund Fire Station 3 projects. The agenda also includes the retirement of Deputy Chief David Simard and the appointment of a new probationary firefighter.

• Approval of $352,970.00 Board of Finance Transfer Request
• Approval of $16,680.00 Board of Finance Carry-over Request
• Retirement request for Deputy Chief David Simard
• Appointment of Probationary Firefighter James Pavelchak
• Fire Station 3 Building Committee Update

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will review requests to transfer funds to cover budget overages in several accounts. The board is also considering a water main extension application and a timber sale.

• Transfer of $484,988.14 from Capital Outlay to cover over-expenditures, including $428,021.44 for Maintenance Supplies & Materials
• Transfer of $90,879.89 from Capital Equipment to cover over-expenditures, including $77,013.82 for Professional Service
• Water Main Extension Application: Village St.-Cold Springs Phase IV – William DelFino
• Timber Sale
• Customer correspondence regarding 85 Illinois Ave. and 31 Dallas Ave.

Animal Control Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Bristol Animal Control Building Committee scheduled for August 15, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No further action is planned at this time.

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission’s special meeting will review the Phase 3 schedule, consider public comments on recommended parking amendments, examine preliminary findings from an environmental‑regulation review, and outline next steps. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Review Phase 3 schedule
• Discuss feedback on recommended parking amendments
• Discuss recommendations from preliminary environmental regulation review
• Determine next steps

Youth Commission

The Bristol Youth Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM in City Hall. Commissioners will approve the June 12, 2024 meeting minutes and hear the Youth and Community Services Supervisor’s report on year‑to‑date financials and grant approvals. The commission will receive updates on the “Little Library” project, summer program highlights, the 2024‑2025 service pillars, the B.E.S.T. project coordinator, and the strategic plan workshop. No formal decisions beyond the minutes approval are indicated.

• Approval of June 12, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Youth and Community Services Supervisor’s report – year‑to‑date financials
• Grant approvals presented in the supervisor’s report
• “Little Library” update (Appetite for Reading)
• Summer program highlights presentation

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on a proposed resolution to continue utilizing the Connecticut City and Town Development Act. If approved, this would allow the city to exercise specific economic development powers for a five-year period.

• Proposed continuation of the Connecticut City and Town Development Act
• Discussion of powers to acquire, lease, and sell development property
• Discussion of authority to borrow money and issue bonds and notes
• Discussion of authority to charge facility-use and administration fees

Board of Finance

The Banking & Audit Committee of the Board of Finance is meeting to discuss the scope of a special audit for the Board of Education. The committee may take action based on this discussion.

• Discussion and potential action on the scope of the BOE Special Audit

Zoning Commission

The scheduled regular meeting of the Bristol Zoning Commission for Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The commission will hold a special meeting on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Questions can be directed to the Bristol Land Use Office at 860‑584‑6225.

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission will approve minutes from the July 1 and June 26 meetings. It will consider a pending wetland crossing application for 260 Perkins Street and review two new wetland permit applications for utility work at 175 Southdown Drive & 1936 Perkins Street and a detached garage at 236 Robertson Street. Staff will present the July 2024 IWWC report and a flood communication update.

• Pending Application #2034 – wetlands crossing (access bridge) at 260 Perkins Street
• New Application #2035 – utility trench (20’x40’) at 175 Southdown Drive & 1936 Perkins Street
• New Application #2036 – detached two‑car garage at 236 Robertson Street
• Approval of minutes from Regular Meeting – July 1, 2024 and On‑Site Meeting – June 26, 2024
• IWWC Report – July 2024

Animal Control Building Committee

The Animal Control Building Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding the acquisition of land.

• Discussion and potential action on land acquisition

General

The Fire Station 3 Building Committee will meet to review construction estimates and design. The meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2024, at 6:00 pm in Meeting Room 1-4 of City Hall.

• Review of construction estimates and design for Fire Station 3
• Approval of June 5, 2024 minutes

Police Awards Committee

The Police Awards Committee will meet to discuss and take action on award recommendations. This includes reviewing recommendations for the July 2024 Officer of the Month.

• Review and action on award recommendations
• Review of July 2024 Officer of the Month recommendations
• Approval of July 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Police Memorial Committee

The regular meeting of the Bristol Police Memorial Subcommittee scheduled for Monday, August 5, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No further action was taken.

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and review parking ticket violations. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Review of parking ticket violations

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The regular meeting of the Bristol Conservation Commission / Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency scheduled for August 5, 2024, was cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2024.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review monthly reports from various health departments and the Finance Committee. Discussion includes strategic planning, board evaluation timing, and designating a fund balance.

• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills paid in June 2024
• Monthly reports for Dental Clinic, School Health, and Environmental Health
• Strategic Plan discussion
• Designation of fund balance

General

The Industrial Committee will meet to discuss proposals for the Southeast Bristol Business Park. The meeting also includes an administrative update regarding 229 Technology Park.

• Discussion of proposals for the Southeast Bristol Business Park
• Administrative update for 229 Technology Park

Retirement Board

The July 11, 2024, Bristol Retirement Board meeting scheduled for 5:00 PM has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will occur on August 8, 2024. This notice is procedural and contains no agenda items, public hearings, or budget discussions.

• July 11, 2024, meeting cancelled; next meeting August 8, 2024

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Board will meet to discuss various city development updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding the City & Town Development Act, 273 Riverside Avenue, Brownfields, and Downtown.

• City & Town Development Act update
• 273 Riverside Avenue update
• Brownfields update
• Downtown update
• Industrial Committee Report

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold a special virtual meeting to review a Phase 3 schedule and discuss recommended amendments to parking regulations. The commission will also review preliminary findings from an environmental regulations review and discuss a draft online survey. The agenda lists items for discussion only, with no final decisions recorded.

• Review Phase 3 schedule
• Discuss recommended parking regulation amendments
• Discuss virtual public presentation of recommended parking amendments
• Discuss draft online survey
• Discuss preliminary findings from review of environmental regulations

Board of Finance

The Banking & Audit Committee will meet to discuss a Request for Proposals (RFP) for financial advisor services. The committee will also review the June 30, 2024, audit with CLA.

• Discussion of RFP for Financial Advisor services
• Discussion of June 30, 2024 Audit with CLA

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The joint meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance covers routine budget adjustments and financial reviews. Officials will vote on several consent agenda items to transfer and appropriate funds across city departments. The meeting also includes a presentation of the monthly revenue and expense report. The agenda consists primarily of standard procedural and financial items.

• Transfer $9,535 within the Department of Aging's operating budget
• Appropriation of $1,035,224 for the Child Day Care grant
• Transfer $50,000 for a landfill mower within the Public Works operating budget
• Transfer $7,500 for a Department of Public Works SUV
• Additional appropriations of $250 and $2,500 for emergency management and bank grants

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial matters including grant applications for the Senior Center and cybersecurity. The agenda includes contract amendments for bridge rehabilitation and middle school construction, as well as a proposed sale of municipal property.

• Grant application for Bristol Senior Center to Alzheimer's Foundation of America for $6,000
• Grant application to AARP Connecticut Livable Cities Grant for $5,000
• Change order for Sav-Mor Cooling Heating, LLC totaling $79,185.04
• Agreement with Flock Safety in the amount of $72,000.00
• Amendment to Mellen Street bridge contract with Arborio Corporation for a total of $2,279,473.98

Cemetery Commission

This agenda is a procedural notice stating that the July 8, 2024, regular meeting of the Bristol Cemetery Commission at the Bristol Historical Society has been cancelled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision. The next regularly scheduled meeting is August 12, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items listed
• Next meeting: August 12, 2024

Zoning Commission

The Commission will hear several new applications including a restaurant site plan revision and earth removal requests. Public hearings will continue for residential developments on Earl Street and self-storage facilities on Main Street.

• Revision to restaurant site plan at 1249 Farmington Avenue
• Special permit for earth material processing near Barlow Street and Martin Road
• Civic facility applications at Maltby Street by New Britain Water Department
• Continued hearings for 15-unit residential development on Earl Street
• Continued hearings for self-storage facilities at 238 Main Street and 13 Prospect Street

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will review various properties regarding blight, tall grass, and structural concerns. The agenda includes discussions on condemned buildings, unregistered motor vehicles, and potential fire safety violations.

• Discussion of blight at 21 Redwood Drive, 190 Riverside Ave, and 50 Terryville Ave
• Review of condemned properties at 107 Gridley Street and 95 Birch Street
• Old business regarding exterior maintenance at 13 Landry St and 81 Wolwoltt St
• Discussion of roof leaks and fire safety violations at 50 Emmett St
• Uniform Relocation Assistance Act review for 107 Gridley St

Police Awards Committee

The committee will meet to review and discuss various award recommendations. This includes a specific review of nominations for Officer of the Month for June 2024.

• Review of award recommendations
• Officer of the Month recommendations (June, 2024)

Ordinance Committee

The Bristol Ordinance Committee will meet on July 2, 2024, to review proposed updates to local flood management standards and solid waste collection rules. The agenda also includes an operational update from COVANTA and a period for public participation. No final votes or specific dollar amounts are listed in this agenda.

• Proposed revisions to the Flood & Erosion Control Board (Chapter 8, sections 8-1 through 8-2)
• Proposed revisions to the Solid Waste Ordinance (Chapter 10, sections 10-1 through 10-59)
• Update on COVANTA operations
• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public participation period

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding two variance applications. These include a request for a smoking area overhang at 192 Pine Street and a request for a garage and mudroom at 615 Witches Rock Road.

• Application #3807: Variance for side yard minimum at 192 Pine Street
• Application #3808: Variance for side yard minimum at 615 Witches Rock Road

Police Memorial Committee

The committee will meet to review the May 6, 2024 minutes. Members will discuss the current status of the memorial and a proposed cruiser door display.

• Discussion of the cruiser door display
• Status update on the police memorial

Library Board of Directors

The Bristol Board of Library Directors will meet on July 1, 2024, to review committee reports and approve meeting minutes. Members will vote on whether to accept quarterly distributions from the Main Street Community Foundation and consider a new social media policy for library operations. The agenda also includes updates on library statistics, year-to-date budget tracking, and community outreach efforts.

• Vote on quarterly distributions from Main Street Community Foundation
• Consideration of a new Social Media Policy presentation
• Review of May 2024 library statistics and year-to-date budget as of July 1, 2024
• Approval of minutes from the June 3, 2024 regular meeting
• Reports from Property, Strategic Planning, City Council Liaison, Friends of the Library, and Community Outreach committees

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Bristol Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will meet on July 1, 2024, to review wetlands applications and approve June meeting minutes. The body will hold a public hearing on a City of Bristol Department of Public Works proposal to reconstruct drainage along Minor Street. Staff will also receive two new applications: one for topsoil work at 1001 Stafford Avenue and another for a 16-lot residential subdivision at 260 Perkins Street. The agenda consists of standard regulatory reviews and procedural items without major policy or budget decisions.

• Public hearing on Application #2032: Minor Street drainage reconstruction within City right-of-way (City of Bristol DPW)
• New Application #2033: Topsoil addition and reseeding at 1001 Stafford Avenue (St. Paul Catholic High School)
• New Application #2034: Wetlands crossing and construction for two homes within a 16-lot subdivision at 260 Perkins Street (P&B Properties LLC)
• Approval of June 3, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Staff reports and communications on commission appointments and meeting schedule changes

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled by the Chair. There are no pending applications currently before the commission and no new applications were received by the filing deadline.

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency has scheduled an on-site review. The inspection is for application #2032 located at the intersection of Minor Street and Hill Street.

• On-site inspection for Application #2032 at the intersection of Minor Street and Hill Street

General

The meeting of the Fair Rent Commission scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. This notice was issued by Chairperson Jon P. FitzGerald.

Real Estate Committee

The committee will discuss potential lease agreements with Bristol Hospital, Inc. at 11 Bellevue Avenue and D’Amato Construction at 75 Battisto Road. Members will also revisit several properties including Prospect Street, Violet Drive, Candlewood Drive, and Washington Street.

• Lease discussion: 11 Bellevue Avenue (Bristol Hospital, Inc.)
• Lease discussion: 75 Battisto Road (D’Amato Construction)
• Property review: Lot R4-1 Prospect Street
• Property review: Lot 129-2 Violet Drive
• Property review: 64 Washington Street

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review budget updates for Water & Sewer and the Board of Education. The meeting includes a consent agenda featuring several departmental appropriations and budget transfers.

• School Readiness: $1,035,224 appropriation within Special Grants and Donations Fund
• School Readiness: $59,189 appropriation within operating budget
• Aging: $9,535 transfer within operating budget and $2,500 appropriation
• Emergency Management: $250 appropriation within Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Public Works: $50,000 and $7,500 transfers within operating budget

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The Bristol City Council and Board of Finance will discuss two proposed appropriations from the Special Grants and Donations Fund for School Readiness. The special meeting is scheduled to conclude immediately after these items are addressed.

• Additional appropriation of $56,435.00 within the Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Additional appropriation of $2,754.00 within the Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Special Joint Meeting of City Council and Board of Finance

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider the appointment of the Chief of Police and several grant-related authorizations. The meeting includes discussions on funding for the Senior Center Memory Cafe and school readiness payments.

• Appointment of the City of Bristol Chief of Police
• Grant application for the Senior Center Memory Cafe via Main Street Community Foundation Emergency Fund
• $56,435.00 grant for FY 2024 School Readiness Priority Private Provider Payment
• $2,754.00 grant for FY 2024 School Readiness Infant Toddler Expansion Private Provider Payment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to revise the phasing plan for the Laurentide Glen Subdivision. Additionally, the commission will review a minor revision to the site plan for self-storage warehouses at 185 Curtiss Street.

• Laurentide Glen Subdivision: Request for revision to Phasing Plan
• 185 Curtiss Street: Minor revision to Site Plan for self-storage warehouses
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: Candlewood Drive (Map 2, Lot 120-9)
• C.G.S. 8-24 Referral: Violet Drive (Map 2, Lot 129-2)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will hold its regular meeting at the Bristol Senior Center. The agenda covers standard procedural items, including approval of minutes, committee reports, and updates from the Director and Senior Benefits Coordinator. This agenda contains only routine boilerplate; no specific rezonings, contracts, or policy changes are listed.

• Approval of June 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Building Use Committee report
• Emergency Fund Committee report
• Director's and Senior Benefits Coordinator reports
• Monthly statistical report and upcoming programs

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will hold a workshop meeting at the Mayor's Office. No votes will be taken during this session.

Animal Control Building Committee

The committee will review the May 16, 2024, meeting minutes and receive an update from the architect. Discussions include the project program, building square footage changes, and building placement considerations.

• Review of May 16th, 2024, meeting minutes
• Architectural update regarding project program
• Discussion on impact of building square footage changes
• Discussion on building placement considerations

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will meet virtually to review updates from the Public Facilities & Energy Manager and discuss edits to the Energy Plan.

• Updates by Dave Oakes, Public Facilities & Energy Manager
• Energy Plan Edits

Board of Finance

The Bristol Board of Finance’s Insurance Committee will review and potentially accept insurance proposals from Roland Dumont and HD Segur for coverage beginning July 1, 2024. This procurement step determines which brokers or carriers will supply the city's insurance policies for the upcoming term. The agenda contains no other substantive items beyond standard call-to-order procedures.

• Review and accept insurance proposals from Roland Dumont and HD Segur for July 1, 2024
• Standard committee call-to-order and adjournment procedures

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development CDBG Policy Committee will meet to discuss potential changes to the Residential Rehabilitation Program. This is a special meeting scheduled for June 18, 2024.

• Discussion of proposed changes to the Residential Rehabilitation Program

Real Estate Committee

The committee will discuss a lease with Bristol Hospital, Inc. at 11 Bellevue Avenue. Members will also review several property matters including Prospect Street, Violet Drive, Candlewood Drive, and Washington Street.

• Discussion of Lease with Bristol Hospital, Inc. at 11 Bellevue Avenue
• Lot R4-1 Prospect Street
• Lot 129-2 Violet Drive
• Candlewood Drive properties
• 64 Washington Street

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will review various monthly police activity reports and committee updates. The agenda includes a request for retirement from Deputy Chief Morello and a stop sign request for the Traffic Division. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to approve the appointment of a new Police Chief.

• Approval of May 21, 2024, police board minutes
• Deputy Chief Morello retirement request
• Traffic Division stop sign request
• Appointment of the new Police Chief
• Executive Session to interview Police Officer candidates

Sewer Commissioners

The Sewer Commission will hold its regular meeting at the Water Filtration Plant. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and department reports for April and May 2024.

• Approval of April 16, 2024 Public Hearing minutes
• Approval of April 16, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
• Review of April and May 2024 Department Reports
• I & I Study discussion

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will meet at the Water Filtration Plant to conduct regular business. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and department reports from April and May 2024.

• Approval of April 16, 2024 Public Hearing minutes
• Approval of April 16, 2024 Regular Minutes
• Review of April and May 2024 Department Reports
• Customer correspondence regarding 457 Woodland Street, 399 Redstone Hill Road, and 33 Manross Road

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will review the May 24 minutes and treasurer's report. The meeting includes an investment review with Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC and a consent agenda regarding retirements.

• Approval of May 24 Minutes
• May 24 Treasurer's Report
• June 24 Retirements via Consent Agenda
• Investment Review with Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC

Zoning Commission

The Commission will review the Phase 3 schedule and discuss proposed changes to parking regulations. The meeting also includes discussion on Section 5 regarding accessory uses and a draft online survey.

• Review of Phase 3 schedule
• Discussion of recommended parking regulation amendments
• Discussion of Section 5 - Accessory Uses
• Discussion of draft online survey

Youth Commission

The commission will review year-to-date financials and reports from the Youth and Community Services Supervisor. The meeting includes updates on various community programs and discussions regarding upcoming summer activities.

• Year-To-Date Financials report
• Youth and Prevention Leadership Awards update
• B.E.S.T - Prevention Week recap
• Appetite for Reading: "Little Library" update
• Scholarship Program discussion

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will hear a legislative update from Senator Henri Martin. The meeting also includes an update regarding Public Act No. 24-81 and discussion of tentative speakers for upcoming meetings.

• Legislative Update presentation by Sen. Henri Martin
• Update regarding Public Act No. 24-81

Real Estate Committee

The Real Estate Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the sale of city-owned land. This includes a portion of surplus property on Prospect Street and the Southeast Bristol Business Park.

• Sale of surplus property at Prospect Street, Assessor’s Map 30, Lot R4-1
• Sale of Southeast Bristol Business Park 'Lot #10 and Lot #11' for $275,000.00

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will meet to review monthly revenue and expense reports. The agenda includes several proposed transfers between city funds for various departmental needs.

• $1,108,765 transfer from Equipment Building Sinking Fund Contingency for Capital Outlay
• $133,000 transfer from Equipment Building Sinking Fund Contingency for DarkTrace year one
• $30,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency to Unemployment account
• $6,000 transfer from General Fund Contingency to Police Professional Fees
• Appropriation of $5,000 for the Cadet program via Thomaston Savings Bank grant

City Council

The City Council will review several contracts, including a $2.6 million bridge replacement on East Street. The agenda also includes funding for police bulletproof vests and various municipal service agreements.

• Award Contract 2C24-096 to Schultz Corporation for East Street Bridge replacement: $2,599,499.52
• Award Contract 2P24-102 to Friar Architecture Inc. for Northeast Middle School design review: $24,800.00
• Award Contract 2P24-102 to Van Zelm Heywood & Shadford, Inc. for Northeast Middle School services: $159,960.00
• Authorize Bristol Police Department to accept U.S. Dept of Justice Bulletproof Vest Grant: $39,975
• Award Contract 2P24-076 to Wengell, McDonnell & Costello, Inc. for East Street Bridge engineering: $364,600.00

Cemetery Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery, including potential grants for conservation. Members are also reviewing a process to correct gravestone location data for public internet access via QR codes.

• Civil War Monument conservation and State Historic Register update
• Grant seeking for Civil War Monument completion
• Correction of North Cemetery gravestone records for online publication
• Review of Lawn Care Contract

Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding several special permit and site plan applications. These include a community youth organization, an indoor amusement facility, residential units, and self-storage facilities.

• Special Permit for Bristol Boys and Girls Club Association, Inc. at 255 West Street
• Site Plan for outdoor pavilion at 255 West Street
• Public hearing for indoor amusement facility (Slingshot Gallery) at 99 Main Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan for 15-unit residential development on Earl Street
• Special Permit and Site Plan for self-storage facilities at 238 Main Street and 13 Prospect Street

Police Awards Committee

The regular meeting of the Police Awards Committee scheduled for June 6, 2024, has been cancelled by order of the co-chairperson.

Economic and Community Development

The board will review several updates regarding downtown development and incentives. The agenda includes a discussion of a Façade Program Grant Application for 238 Main Street.

• Façade Program Grant Application – 238 Main Street
• City & Town Development Act discussion
• SEBBP Update
• Incentives Update
• Downtown Committee Report

Transportation Commission

The commission will address the resignation of Maria Montelli-Tramazzo and welcome Bruce Lindsley. The meeting also includes discussion regarding public bus shelter upgrades and the appointment of a chair.

• Public Bus Shelter Upgrades
• Resignation of Commissioner Maria Montelli-Tramazzo
• Welcome New Commissioner Bruce Lindsley
• Appointment of Chair

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will review various properties regarding blight, zoning violations, and structural issues. The agenda includes discussions on property maintenance, unregistered motor vehicles, and potential liens.

• New business regarding 49 Mitchell St., 400 Middle St., 90 Gridley St., and 299 Park St.
• Discussion of properties including 42 Stafford B-4, 502 South D-6, 11 Wooding St., 9 Divinity St., 59 Allen St., and 424 Lake Avenue Unit 6
• Old business regarding property maintenance at 13 Landry St., 295 Park St., 74 Locust St., 81 Wolcott St., and 86 Stafford Ave.
• Zoning and blight reviews for 5 Arlington St., 541 Pine St., 37 Union St., 112 Mountain View Ave., and 929 Hill Street
• Clean and Lien review for 45 Grassy Rd.

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The Firehouse 3 Building Committee will review updated design documents, renderings, and estimates. The meeting also includes updates on encroachment, traffic impact, and furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

• DD Documents Estimate as of 5/17/2024
• Commissioning Design Review
• Enscape Front Corner Rendering
• Updated Entry Axe Rendering
• Traffic Impact Statement Report

City Arts & Culture Commission

The commission will review final annual expenses and project updates. Discussion includes the Cultural District Festival and selecting a name for the Carousel Adoption Horse.

• Review of final year-end expenses
• Cultural District Festival update
• Carousel Adoption Horse name selection

Ordinance Committee

The Bristol, Connecticut Ordinance Committee will review proposed revisions to local flood and erosion control regulations under Chapter 8. These updates would change how the city manages stormwater runoff and property drainage. Members will also discuss modifications to the solid waste ordinance covering Chapters 10 sections 1 through 59, which governs residential trash collection and disposal rules. The agenda includes a routine update on COVANTA operations and standard public comment periods.

• Proposed revisions to the Flood & Erosion Control Board (Chapter 8, sections 8-1 through 8-2)
• Proposed revisions to the Solid Waste Ordinance (Chapter 10, sections 10-1 through 10-59)
• COVANTA update under old business
• Approval of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular meeting scheduled for June 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place on July 2, 2024.

Police Memorial Committee

The regular meeting of the Bristol Police Memorial Subcommittee scheduled for Monday, June 3, 2024, has been cancelled per order of the chairperson.

Parking Authority

The regular meeting of the Bristol Parking Authority scheduled for Monday, June 3, 2024, has been cancelled per order of the chairperson.

Library Board of Directors

The Board of Library Directors will review committee reports and several ongoing projects. The meeting includes a presentation regarding a new Social Media Policy for board consideration.

• Manross HVAC project update
• Social Media Policy presentation
• Donate button update
• Mileage marker update

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Commission will consider several public hearings regarding drainage remediation at 300 Broad Street and a culvert replacement on Divinity Street. Additional items include pending and new applications for road reconstruction, waterworks restoration, and residential property corrections.

• Public hearing: Drainage swale and contaminant remediation at 300 Broad Street
• Public hearing: Replacement of the Divinity Street culvert over an unnamed brook
• Pending application: Ground leveling and landscaping at 465 Emmett Street
• New application: Reconstruction of Minor Street including drainage near Hill Street
• Old business: Restoration of the White Bridge Waterworks facility at Maltby Street

Economic and Community Development

The ECD Policy Committee is presenting recommended allocations for the 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant Program. This public hearing allows residents to review and comment on proposed funding for various public services.

• $84,781 in total recommended Public Service Allocations
• Bristol Boys & Girls Club – Cambridge Park Outreach: $16,000
• St. Vincent DePaul Homeless Shelter: $17,000
• Salvation Army Bristol Corps: $11,000
• HRA - Case Manager: $9,000

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review several departmental budget transfers and appropriations. The meeting includes a budget update from the Board of Education and a discussion regarding Information Technology network security software.

• Transfer of $1,108,765 within the Equipment Building Sinking Fund
• Police Department additional appropriation of $5,000 in Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Code Enforcement transfers totaling $90,000 in Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Library additional appropriation of $27,090 and transfer of $4,535
• Police Memorial Committee transfers totaling $81,000 from General Fund Contingency

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council will hold its regular meeting on May 28, 2024. The agenda includes a panel discussion regarding diversity and inclusion featuring Bristol police officers.

• Panel Discussion: Diversity and Inclusion with Bristol police officers

Transportation Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive a City Council Liaison report. Discussion includes updates on public bus shelter upgrades and the approval of the upcoming meeting calendar.

• Public Bus Shelter Upgrades
• Appointment of Chair
• Approval of Meeting Calendar

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will review monthly reports and incident reports. The agenda includes a retirement announcement for Firefighter Donald DeForge and updates regarding the Firehouse 3 Building Committee.

• Retirement of Firefighter Donald DeForge
• Firehouse 3 Building Committee updates
• Thomaston Savings Bank grant application

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for May 22, 2024, has been cancelled by the Commission Chair. There are currently no pending applications or new applications before the Commission.

• Meeting cancellation due to lack of pending applications

General

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency is conducting on-site reviews of three specific applications. These inspections are scheduled to begin at 5:30 P.M.

• Application #2025 at 465 Emmett Street
• Application #2027 at 300 Broad Street
• Application #2029 at Divinity Street culvert near Peck Lane

General

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to discuss various administrative matters and hold a public hearing regarding a fair rent complaint. The agenda includes the seating of alternates, election of officers, and discussion of new and old business.

• Hearing on fair rent complaint: Ismael Ramos (Tenant) vs. Malky Joesph and 166 & 181 Realty LLC (Landlord)

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Commission will address old business regarding the White Bridge Waterworks facility on Maltby Street. These items involve wetlands boundary changes, a wetlands application, and a floodplain application submitted by the New Britain Water Department.

• Wetlands boundary change for White Bridge Waterworks at Maltby Street
• Wetlands application for White Bridge Waterworks at Maltby Street
• Floodplain application for White Bridge Waterworks at Maltby Street

Real Estate Committee

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will meet on May 21, 2024. The agenda includes approval of minutes from April 16, 2023, and discussion of several properties under old business.

• Lot 129-2 Violet Drive
• Candlewood Drive properties
• 64 Washington Street
• Approval of April 16, 2023 minutes

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board will review monthly reports covering various police divisions and activities. Discussion includes updates on CALEA and potential new business regarding municipal pole attachment fees and grants.

• Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• CALEA update from Deputy Chief Morello
• Municipal Pole Attachment Fees for Cameras/License Plate Readers
• FY24 Bulletproof Vest Grant

Sewer Commissioners

The regular meeting scheduled for May 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Board of Water Commissioners

The regular meeting scheduled for May 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance are meeting to adopt several budget estimates for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This includes the General Fund, water department, and various service funds. The body will also consider proposed mill rates and tax payment installment structures.

• Adopt $229,115,085 General Fund budget estimate
• Set real estate and personal property tax rate at 31.85 mills
• Set motor vehicle tax rate at 32.46 mills
• Adopt $11,238,899 Bristol Water Department budget estimate
• Adopt $5,800,090 Road Improvements Fund budget estimate

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a rezoning application from Crown Estates, LLC to convert land near Old Wolcott Road and Wolcott Street to multi-family residential. The agenda also includes reviews of the FY 2024-2025 Capital Budget and several CGS 8-24 referrals.

• Rezoning from R-15 to A at Old Wolcott Road and Wolcott Street
• FY 2024-2025 Capital Budget referral
• CGS 8-24 referrals for Wheeler Clinic, Downs Street, and Washington Street
• Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan Year 49

Commission on Aging

The commission will review a building use survey and parking lot matters. The meeting also features various committee and director reports.

• Building Use Survey update
• Parking Lot discussion
• Senior Benefits Coordinator Report
• Director's Report
• Monthly Statistical Report

Citation Hearings

The Citation Hearing Officer will hear appeals regarding several code enforcement citations. These cases involve various properties throughout Bristol.

• Appeal for 451 Pine Street
• Appeal for 218 West Street
• Appeal for 48 Atkins Avenue
• Appeals for 81 North Main Street
• Appeal for 62 Jefferson Avenue

Animal Control Building Committee

The committee will review minutes from the April 18, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding fundraising and an update from the project architect.

• Approval of April 18, 2024 minutes
• Fundraising discussion
• Update from architect

Board of Public Works

The Board reviewed the Shrub Road sidewalk project, which includes road widening and traffic calming measures funded by a LOTCIP grant. Members also discussed upcoming infrastructure work including the Jerome Ave Bridge, Hope Street Garage, and landfill solar installations.

• Shrub Road sidewalk project featuring road widening and new sidewalks
• Hope Street Garage work scheduled for completion in April 2025
• Jerome Ave Bridge replacement construction scheduled through November 2024
• Tentative $50,000.00 solar installation lease agreement at the landfill
• Proposed increase of Border Street service fees from $235.00 to $275.00 per year

Energy Commission

The Bristol Energy Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 20, 2024.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board will review updates on geese management and the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan. New business includes a presentation on park trusts and a proposal for electrical improvements at Peck Park.

• Geese Management Alternatives discussion
• 2025-2027 Strategic Plan updates
• Bank of America presentation on Park Trusts and Endowments
• Review of the BOE School Fields Maintenance Plan
• Bristol Little League proposal for electrical improvements at Peck Park

Economic and Community Development

The CDBG Policy Committee will meet to discuss and revise funding amounts for the Year 50 CDBG program based on HUD allocations. Recommendations regarding revised grant awards will be forwarded to the ECD Board for action at the June 6 meeting.

• Revision of Year 50 CDBG program funding
• Recommendation of revised list of grant awards

Real Estate Committee

The committee will review various real estate matters including specific street addresses. The agenda includes discussions regarding multiple properties and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Lot R4-1 Prospect Street
• Lot 129-2 Violet Drive
• Candlewood Drive properties
• 64 Washington Street

General

The Bristol Real Estate Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the sale of city-owned property. The proposal involves approximately .56 acres located at 208 Louisiana Avenue.

• Sale of city-owned property at 208 Louisiana Avenue

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to consider an additional appropriation within the Special Grants and Donations Fund. This request is directed toward the Public Works department.

• $383,543 additional appropriation for Public Works via the Special Grants and Donations Fund

Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Finance

The City Council and Board of Finance will consider several budget appropriations and transfers. This includes a $7,145,340 transfer within the Schools Fund and a $2,384,469.41 transfer of uncollectible taxes. The meeting also covers monthly revenue reports and Public Works funding.

• Transfer of $7,145,340 within the Capital Projects - Schools Fund
• Transfer of $2,384,469.41 in uncollectible taxes
• $146,000 appropriation from the ARPA Senior Center grant
• $38,000 transfer for Salt Brine Equipment upgrades
• $119,770 appropriation from the EECBG Grant

City Council

The City Council will review several financial and property matters, including the sale of surplus property at Prospect Street and the Southeast Bristol Business Park. The agenda includes various community grant applications and contracts for fire alarm replacements and geotechnical services.

• Sale of surplus property at Prospect Street for $106,000.00
• Sale of Southeast Bristol Business Park (Lot #10 and Lot #11) for $275,000
• Fire Alarm Panel Replacement at Edgewood Pre-K Academy for $256,500
• Geotechnical inspection services for Hope Street Parking Garage for $28,930
• Public Safety Grant application for $12,500 for firefighter turnout gear

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will review project summaries and tracker statuses with UHY Advisors. The meeting includes discussions on closing out the Assistance to Households project and extending award periods for several organizations.

• Rescind $300 remaining appropriation to closeout Assistance to Households project
• Contract amendments for Bristol Boys and Girls Club and BristolWorks! to December 31, 2025
• Contract amendments for Prudence Crandall and St Vincent DePaul to September 30, 2026
• Proposed July 1, 2024 deadline for subrecipients to provide proof of contract

Cemetery Commission

The Commission is reviewing conservation needs for the Civil War Monument in West Cemetery. Members are also discussing updates to gravestone location paperwork, which will include QR codes on selected stones.

• Civil War Monument conservation and State Historic Register update
• Schall & Staub Enterprises work at North Cemetery
• Implementation of QR codes for gravestone locations
• Review of Lawn Care Contract
• Grant seeking for Civil War Monument completion

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new fire station and an 84-unit senior housing development. The commission will also review several new applications for self-storage, an indoor amusement facility, and residential rezonings.

• Public hearing for a new 8,732 sq. ft. Fire Station #3 at 163 Church Ave
• Continued public hearing for 84-unit senior housing on Redstone Hill Road
• New application for an indoor amusement facility at 99 Main Street
• Request to rezone property near Old Wolcott Road from single-family to multi-family residential
• New applications for self-storage facilities at 238 Main Street and 13 Prospect Street

Board of Finance

The Banking & Audit Committee will review the Water & Sewer Accounts Receivable Process Assessment. The committee will also review the City's Investment Policy and may take action on these items.

• Review of Water & Sewer Accounts Receivable Process Assessment
• Review of City's Investment Policy

Board of Health

The Board will review monthly reports from various health, dental, and school programs. Members will also discuss strategic plan formation and liability insurance with Shipman & Goodwin LLP.

• Approval of April 2024 bills
• Strategic plan discussion and possible committee formation
• Liability insurance discussion with Shipman & Goodwin LLP
• Designation of fund balance
• Executive session regarding attorney-client privileged work product

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will review a Pension Fund Operational Assessment performed by CLA. The board will also consider the Scott & Scott 2024 1st Quarter Report and monthly pension withdrawals through October 1, 2024.

• Review of Pension Fund Operational Assessment by CLA
• Acceptance of Scott & Scott 2024 1st Quarter Report
• Approval of monthly pension withdrawals from May 1 to October 1, 2024
• Investment review with Beirne Wealth Consulting, LLC
• Review of May 24 retirements

Zoning Commission

The Bristol Zoning Commission will discuss recommended amendments to parking regulations and potential dates for a virtual presentation. The meeting also includes a review of the Phase 3 schedule and continued discussion on Section 5 regarding accessory uses. Additionally, members will discuss a draft online survey.

• Recommended parking regulation amendments
• Review of Phase 3 schedule
• Discussion of Section 5 - Accessory Uses
• Discussion of draft online survey

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will hear a presentation regarding the Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center. Members will also receive an update on Substitute House Bill No. 5241, which concerns establishing a bureau to coordinate services for deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind persons.

• Presentation by Scott Heth regarding Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center programs and updates
• Update on Substitute House Bill No. 5241 regarding services for deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind persons

Police Awards Committee

The regular meeting of the Bristol Police Awards Committee scheduled for May 7, 2024, has been cancelled. This cancellation was issued per order of the co-chairperson.

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review updates on street takeover legislation and a proposed new street ordinance. The committee will also receive an update regarding the Covanta facility.

• Street Takeovers legislation update
• Proposed Street Ordinance, Section 21-65 through 21-68
• Covanta facility update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular meeting of the Bristol Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 4, 2024.

Police Memorial Committee

The Police Memorial Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss new business. The discussion includes the cost of the memorial and a quote provided by Melnick Metals.

• Discussion regarding the cost of the memorial
• Review of quote from Melnick Metals

Library Board of Directors

The Board of Library Directors will meet to review committee reports and various business items. Discussion includes the potential use of a donation button on the library website and an HVAC presentation regarding Manross.

• Exploration of a donate button for the library website
• Presentation by Air Temp regarding HVAC perimeter units at Manross

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will conduct public hearings regarding the White Bridge Waterworks facility on Maltby Street. The agency will also receive several new applications for residential construction, drainage remediation, and infrastructure maintenance.

• Public hearing: White Bridge Waterworks restoration at Maltby Street
• Public hearing: Outfall piping and stabilization at Vine Road and Brace Avenue
• New application: Single-family home replacement at Burlington Avenue
• New application: Drainage swale and contaminant remediation at 300 Broad Street
• New application: Divinity Street culvert replacement by Department of Public Works

Economic and Community Development

The Economic and Community Development Board will hold a public hearing to accept comments on applications for the NAA Tax Credit Program. This program provides funding for community service and tax-exempt organizations through business tax credit incentives administered by the CT Dept. of Revenue Services.

• Public hearing for NAA Tax Credit Program funding applications

Economic and Community Development

The board will review several new business items including a request for proposals for 273 Riverside Avenue. Discussion topics also include updates on the Farmers Market, marketing, SEBBP, and CDBG.

• 273 Riverside Avenue RFP
• Farmers Market 2024
• Marketing Update
• SEBBP Update
• CDBG Update and Conflict of Interest

Conservation Commission/ Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Conservation Commission and Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will conduct on-site inspections for two applications. These include a review at Vine Road and Brace Avenue and a cease and correct inspection at 42 Paul Street.

• On-site inspection for Application #2023 at Vine Road & Brace Avenue
• Cease and correct inspection for Application #102007 at 42 Paul Street

Code Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing several active code enforcement cases involving blight, roof leaks, and unregistered vehicles. Members are discussing properties of interest including 451 Divinity St. and 50 Emmett St., while tracking progress on various long-term compliance issues.

• Discussion of garbage/debris at 451 Divinity St.
• Discussion of roof leaks at 50 Emmett St.
• Compliance update for 74 Locust St. regarding plumbing and permits
• Citation ticket issued to 81 Wollet St. for $108.00
• Citation ticket #251525 issued to 44 Coventry Rd. for $545.00

School Readiness Council

The Bristol School Readiness Council will meet to review committee reports and liaison updates. The meeting includes a vote to approve the School Readiness Continuation Grant.

• Approval of School Readiness Continuation Grant
• Review of April 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Committee reports on health services and program quality
• OEC updates from the City Liaison

City Arts & Culture Commission

The commission will review year-to-date financials and project updates from the Arts and Culture Supervisor. Discussion includes preparations for the Cultural District Festival and details regarding a Carousel Museum horse adoption.

• Cultural District Festival: musician recruitment, mural, and budget
• Carousel Museum Horse Adoption: name and color requirements
• Arts and Culture Supervisor's Year to Date Financials

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Task Force will meet to review the current status of nonprofit projects. The body may take action regarding these projects as necessary.

• Review of nonprofit project status

Board of Finance

The Purchasing Committee will meet to discuss the state's prequalification list of vendors. The committee will also review and take action on the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of state vendor prequalification list
• Review of 2024 meeting dates

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board will review monthly reports, incident reports, and compliance data. New business includes a request to transfer funds for capital outlay items and a donation for Molly the Fire Dog.

• Request to appropriate $100.00 donation from Mark Redman for Molly the Fire Dog
• Request to transfer $20,005.00 for Capital Outlay items

Historic District Commission

The Bristol Historic District Commission meeting scheduled for April 24, 2024, has been cancelled by the Chair. There are no pending applications currently before the commission and no new applications were received by the filing deadline.

Fire Station 3 Building Committee

The committee will review the March 27, 2024 meeting minutes and receive an update from the architect regarding a revised geotechnical engineering report. The agenda also includes an update on encroachment under old business.

• Review of March 27, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Architect update on Revised Geotechnical Engineering Report
• Encroachment update

General

The Bristol Fair Rent Commission will conduct hearings regarding multiple fair rent complaints involving various tenants and landlords. The agenda also includes the introduction of commissioners and the review of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Hearings for several fair rent complaints involving Zuni Elezovski and 62 Jefferson Avenue LLC
• Hearing for a fair rent complaint involving landlord Bhavdeep Sethi
• Approval of March 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is reviewing several budget transfers, additional appropriations, and a contract extension. The agenda includes a budget update from the Board of Education and a transfer of uncollectible taxes to the Municipal Suspense List.

• Transfer of $7,145,340 within the Capital Projects – Schools Fund
• Transfer of $2,384,469 of uncollectible taxes to the Municipal Suspense List
• Additional appropriation of $146,000 for Aging Special Grants and Donations Fund
• Extension of contract with FutureComp to June 30, 2026
• Multiple transfers and appropriations within Public Works and Fire Department funds

Board of Finance

The Bristol Board of Finance will consider adopting various fund budgets for fiscal year 2024-2025. This includes the General Fund, Capital Budget, and utility funds such as Water and Sewer. The board will also vote on motor vehicle and property tax payment installments.

• Adoption of various 2024-2025 fund budget estimates
• Adoption of the 2024-2025 Capital Budget
• Single installment tax payment for motor vehicles
• Property tax installment structure based on amount due
• Discussion regarding the 2024-2025 General Fund budget

Diversity Council

The Diversity Council will meet at City Hall to conduct regular business. The agenda includes discussions regarding a panel discussion, sub-committees, and a resource list update.

• Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of next panel discussion
• Sub-committee updates
• Resource list update

Planning Commission

The Bristol Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for April 22, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 20, 2024.

Commission on Aging

The Commission will conduct a regular meeting including updates from the Mayor and Council. Discussion items include building use and a food program.

• Building Use Committee update
• Food Program discussion