West Haven public meetings in 2025

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will receive a monthly finance report and an overview of the budget cycle from Finance Director Michael Gormany. The meeting also provides a brief public comment period and allows committee members to raise any old or new business. No specific resolutions, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Finance Update – Monthly Report
• Finance Update – Budget Cycle
• Other Finance updates (as needed)
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Old and new business items raised by committee members

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee has cancelled its December 23, 2025, regular meeting because it has no new business to conduct for the second scheduled meeting of the month.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of new business
• No agenda items scheduled for December 23, 2025

City Council

The Regular Meeting of the City Council scheduled for December 22, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled.

Energy Commission

The West Haven Energy Commission announced that the regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented or decided. The notice was signed by Chairman Ray Collins.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review the minutes from the Dec. 2, 2025 meeting and hear brief public comments. Reports from Animal Control and Traffic Management for November 2025 will be presented. The commission will consider Deputy Chief Carl V. Flemmig, Jr.'s retirement request effective Dec. 19, 2025.

• Review minutes of Dec. 2, 2025 meeting
• Public input – one person, three minutes each
• Animal Control Report – November 2025
• Traffic Management Report – November 2025
• Retirement request of Deputy Chief Carl V. Flemmig, Jr., effective Dec. 19, 2025

The Board unanimously accepted Deputy Chief Carl V. Flemmig’s retirement request, effective December 19, 2025. It also unanimously approved the hiring of Jenila Soares at Grade C, effective early January 2026. The Board entered and later exited an executive session, and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Accepted agenda without amendments (unanimous)
• Accepted prior meeting minutes with title correction (unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Deputy Chief Carl V. Flemmig, effective Dec 19, 2025 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matters (unanimous)
• Added hiring of Jenila Soares (Grade C) to agenda, effective Jan 5, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Jenila Soares, effective Jan 3, 2026 (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to continue deliberations on Case #25-010 and conduct deliberations for Case #25-011. The meeting also includes a report from the Sub-Committee.

• Case #25-010 deliberation (continued from December 2, 2025)
• Case #25-011 deliberation
• Report of Sub-Committee

City Council

The West Haven City Council will review several finance‑related communications, including a request to apply for a Community Investment Fund grant of up to $4,328,823 to fund streetscaping, traffic calming, pedestrian safety upgrades and façade improvements on Campbell Avenue. The Council will also consider approving a $56,958.46 donation from the Hometown Foundation for a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Police Department K‑9 unit, a bid waiver for personal‑property audit services, an amendment to the city charter to modify budget adoption dates, and state legislative changes affecting veterans. Minutes from the November 24, 2025 regular meeting and the December 2025 special organizational meeting will be approved.

• Approve request to apply for a Community Investment Fund grant of up to $4,328,823 for streetscape, traffic calming, pedestrian safety and façade improvements on Campbell Avenue.
• Approve acceptance of a $56,958.46 donation from Hometown Foundation to purchase a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe for the West Haven Police Department K‑9 unit.
• Approve a bid waiver to contract a qualified vendor for personal‑property audit services for the City.
• Approve an amendment to the City Charter (Conn. Gen. Stat. §7-191b) to modify budget adoption dates.
• Consider state legislative changes regarding veterans and other exemptions.

The council unanimously approved an amendment to the City Charter to modify budget adoption deadlines, allowing more time for the mayor’s office to prepare the budget. It also approved $519.20 in animal‑shelter donations, a bid waiver for personal‑property audit services, a $56,958.46 donation for a police K‑9 unit, and applications for two grants: up to $4,328,823 for downtown streetscape and facade improvements, and up to $35,000 (50% local match) for a community garden project.

• Approved charter amendment to modify budget adoption dates (unanimous, 12‑0‑1)
• Approved animal‑shelter donations totaling $519.20 (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver for personal‑property audit services (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of $56,958.46 donation for police K‑9 unit (unanimous)
• Approved application for Community Investment Fund grant up to $4,328,823 for Campbell Avenue improvements (unanimous)
• Approved application for Urban Green & Community Garden grant up to $35,000 with 50% local match (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is scheduled to consider a proposed amendment to the West Haven City Charter that would delay the budget adoption date from May to June. The changes affect operating, capital, and Water Pollution Control Authority budget timelines.

• Proposed charter amendment to modify budget adoption dates
• Operating budget submission date moved from February to February
• Budget submission to counsel moved from March to April
• Council budget adoption date moved from May to June
• Water Pollution Control Authority budget adoption moved from May to May

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will hold its monthly meeting on Dec 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the West Haven Police Department Community Room. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance, call to order, roll call, limited public comments, the Acting Director’s report, discussion of old business, new business, and an executive session on personnel matters. No specific decisions or contracts are listed in the agenda.

• Public Comments (Limited to 5 minutes per person)
• Acting Director’s Report
• Old Business discussion
• New Business discussion
• Executive Session – Personnel

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review Washington School project updates, including open items and the monthly report. Members will consider the project budget and a Gilbane invoice for $384,202.64. The committee will also vote on the proposed 2026 regular meeting schedule and other new business requiring a two‑thirds vote.

• Review and approve Gilbane invoice #202512-J054 for $384,202.64
• Discuss Washington School Project No. 21IDASY156142N0621 open items
• Consider proposed 2026 regular meeting schedule (action required)
• Action on the project budget
• New business requiring a 2/3 vote

The committee approved the agenda as presented and approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It then approved Gilbane invoice #2025‑12‑J054 for $384,202.64 with a unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:38 PM by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Gilbane invoice #2025‑12‑J054 for $384,202.64 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:38 PM (unanimous)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners will approve the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes and review finance, communications, and reports from the Chief and Deputy Chief. The board will consider a grant modification for an S2 access control system, discuss replacement of E2/E8 equipment, and evaluate renovation plans for the Admiral station.

• Grant modification – S2 access control system
• E2/E8 replacement discussion
• Admiral station renovation
• Finance/Invoices/Revenue
• Communications

The Allingtown Fire Commissioners accepted the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting after a motion by Commissioner Palumbo and a second by Commissioner Tappin. They then moved into an Executive Session at 7:41 p.m., returned to Regular Session at 8:10 p.m., and adjourned the meeting. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Tappin)
• Entered Executive Session at 7:41 p.m. (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Tappin)
• Returned to Regular Session at 8:10 p.m. (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Diaz)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Diaz)

Seniors Commission

The Seniors Commission will meet to review previous minutes and receive reports from the Director of Elderly Services and the Commissioner of Human Resources. The body will also discuss a walkthrough of the future West Haven Community Center.

• Review of minutes from September 9, October 14, and November 18, 2025
• Discussion of a walkthrough of the future West Haven Community Center

City Council

The regular City Council meeting set for Monday, December 8, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers was cancelled. No agenda items were presented.

City Council

Mayor Dorinda Borer called a special meeting of the West Haven City Council for Dec 8, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The council will elect a Chair and a Clerk, adopt the Council Rules for the 2025‑2027 session, and appoint its standing committees. No other business will be considered at this meeting.

• Motion to elect a City Council Chair
• Motion to elect a City Council Clerk
• Adopt the City Council Rules for the 2025‑2027 session
• Appointment of standing committees (Economic Development, Education, Environment, Sustainability and Energy, Finance, Health and Welfare, Infrastructure and Technology, Legislative Matters, Personnel and Civil Service, Public Lands, Public Safety, Public Works, Streets & Squares, Tax Deferral)
• Adjournment

The council unanimously elected Councilman Christopher Vargo as Chair and Stacy Riccio as Clerk. A motion to adopt the Council Rules as originally presented failed 2‑11. The council then approved the Rules with a 3‑minute public session amendment, passing 11‑2. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Elected Christopher Vargo as Council Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Stacy Riccio as Clerk of the City Council (unanimous)
• Motion to adopt Council Rules as presented failed (2 in favor, 11 opposed)
• Approved Council Rules with 3‑minute public session amendment (11 in favor, 2 opposed)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

Mayor Dorinda Borer called a special meeting of the West Haven City Council for 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025. The council will elect a Chair, elect a Council Clerk, adopt the council rules for the 2025‑2027 session, and appoint the standing committees. No other business is listed for this meeting.

• Motion to elect a City Council Chair
• Motion to elect a City Council Clerk
• Motion to adopt City Council Rules for the 2025‑2027 session
• Appointment of the standing committees of the City Council

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review October 2025 reports for animal control and attendance. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• October 2025 Animal Control Report
• October 2025 Attendance Report
• Letter of appreciation for Det. Michael Wolf
• Executive session regarding personnel

The Board of Police Commissioners approved adding Item 9.1 to the agenda concerning Officer Makiem Miller’s resignation. They then accepted the officer’s resignation, effective December 5, 2025, with a unanimous vote. The Board also entered an executive session on personnel matters and adjourned the meeting, both unanimously.

• Added Item 9.1 on Officer Miller’s resignation (unanimous)
• Accepted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from November 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Officer Makiem Miller’s resignation effective Dec 5 2025 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

ARPA Committee

The ARPA Committee will discuss an updated spending plan and a project list update. The body is seeking action on the 2026 meeting schedule and specific project payments.

• Payment of $19,500.00 to Carmody for CARES Act Financial Management
• Payment of $471.00 to Frankson Fence for Glad St. Park Fence Repair
• Payment of $31,411.52 to Daniels Equipment Company for Allingtown Wire Districts
• Payment of $12,823.00 to Emergency Services for Allingtown Wire Districts consulting
• Storm Water Management funding totaling $3,000,000

The ARPA Committee unanimously approved the $3 million Storm Water Management project. It also approved several ARPA invoices, including payments to Carmody, Daniels Equipment, and Antinozzi Associates. The committee adopted the 2026 ARPA meeting schedule and granted attorney David T. Grudberg permission to complete an approval form. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Approved waiver of reading November 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of October 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 ARPA meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Storm Water Management funding $3,000,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $19,500 payment to Carmody (unanimous)
• Approved $31,411.52 payment to Daniels Equipment Co. (unanimous)
• Approved $25,950 payment to Antinozzi Associates for animal shelter (unanimous)
• Approved permission for attorney David T. Grudberg to fill out approval form (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, is cancelled. The agenda includes items such as the deliberation of Case #25-010 and the review of minutes from a previous meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• Case #25-010 deliberation
• Minutes of 09-02-2025 meeting
• Report of Sub-Committee
• Executive Session

West Haven High School Building Committee

The November 25, 2025, regular meeting of the West Haven High School Building Committee has been cancelled. The City Clerk stated there is no new business to conduct.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to review site plan approvals and a special permit. The body will also be presented with a draft of the Downtown Municipal Plan.

• Special Permit application for a beauty spa at 433 Campbell Ave
• Site Plan approval for The Center for Innovation and Applied Technologies at 1131 Campbell Avenue
• Site Plan Approval to convert a former Rite Aid to a grocery store at 70 Elm Street
• Presentation of the draft Downtown Municipal Plan

The commission approved the minutes from the November 12 meeting. It closed the public hearing and approved a special permit for a beauty spa at 433 Campbell Ave. The commission also approved two site‑plan applications: the University of New Haven’s Center for Innovation (unanimously) and a grocery store redevelopment at 70 Elm Street with conditions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of the November 12, 2025 meeting (passed)
• Closed public hearing on File SP 25-62 (passed)
• Approved Special Permit SP 25-62 for West Haven 28 LLC beauty spa (passed)
• Unanimously approved Site Plan SR 25-61 for University of New Haven Center for Innovation (unanimous)
• Approved Site Plan SR 25-60 for Elm Street grocery with conditions on signage, fencing, and pedestrian plan (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinance amendments: one to increase fire department fees and another to double the residential address‑change fee and double the first violation fine for non‑residential landlords. The council will also consider a $30,000 transfer from an unallocated contingency fund to the Public Works personnel budget for a mechanic salary adjustment. Several mayoral appointments and re‑appointments to boards and commissions will be confirmed.

• Amend Chapter 156: raise address‑change fee from $10 to $20 and first violation fine from $250 to $500
• Amend City Ordinance Section 101(I) to change West Haven Fire Department Allingtown fees
• Approve $30,000 transfer from Unallocated Contingency to Public Works personnel line for mechanic salary range
• Re‑appoint Paul Butler to West Haven Board of Police Commissioners (term ends 11/01/2030)
• Appoint Robin Watt Hamilton to Citizen Advisory Committee (term ends 11/01/2028)

The council unanimously approved a $30,000 transfer from the Unallocated Contingency fund to the Public Works Personnel line for mechanic salary adjustments. It also adopted amendments to Chapter 156, raising the residential address‑change fee to $20 and the first violation fine to $500, and to Chapter 101, establishing new fire‑department fee schedules. In addition, several board and commission appointments and re‑appointments were confirmed.

• Approved $30,000 fund transfer to Public Works Personnel (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 156: address‑change fee $20, first violation fine $500 (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 101: new fire‑department fee schedule (unanimous)
• Re‑appointed Paul Butler to Board of Police Commissioners (unanimous)
• Appointed Robbin Watt Hamilton to Citizen Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Bridgette Hoskie to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Re‑appointed Joseph Vecellio to Planning and Zoning Panel of Alternates Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous, one abstention)

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold public hearings on two fee amendment proposals: one to increase fire department fees and another to raise landlord registration fees and violation fines. The council will also consider a $30,000 transfer from an unallocated contingency line to the Public Works Department for a mechanic salary adjustment, and will act on several re‑appointments and appointments to city boards and commissions. Minutes from the November 10 meeting will be approved.

• Public hearing at 6:50 p.m. on amendment to City Ordinance Section 101 – fees for the West Haven Fire Department (Allingtown)
• Public hearing at 6:55 p.m. on amendment to Chapter 156 – increase address‑change fee from $10 to $20 and first violation fine from $250 to $500
• Transfer of $30,000 from Unallocated Contingency line item 19009990-56010 to Public Works Personnel line item 14404072-51000 for mechanic salary range adjustment
• Re‑appointment of Paul Butler (8 Alexander Drive) to the West Haven Board of Police Commissioners (effective immediately, expires 11/01/2030)
• Appointment of Robin Watt Hamilton (92 Bedford Street) to the Citizen Advisory Committee (effective immediately, expires 11/01/2028)

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will meet to review minutes from October 15, 2025, and hear an update from United Illuminating. The body will also receive reports from the Development and Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittees.

• United Illuminating update by Alysse Rodriguez

The West Haven Board of Energy Commissioners unanimously accepted the agenda and the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. No substantive policy or project decisions were made. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and address old and new business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

The Board of Ethics held its monthly meeting, entered an executive session from 6:05 p.m. to 6:20 p.m., and reported no unfinished business. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded and the meeting was adjourned. No policy, personnel, or other substantive decisions were taken.

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will hold a meeting on November 19, 2025 at the West Haven Police Department Community Room, 200 Saw Mill Road. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance, call to order, roll call, limited public comments, an Acting Director’s report, old and new business, and an executive session on personnel matters. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed.

• Public Comments (limited to 5 minutes per person)
• Acting Director’s Report
• Executive Session – Personnel

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on November 19, 2025, to consider variance requests for lot splits and construction at multiple properties. The board will also approve the minutes from the October 16, 2025, meeting.

• Approve minutes from October 16, 2025
• 73 Dana Street: Variance for lot split, setbacks, and building coverage
• 792 Ocean Avenue: Variance for lot split, setbacks, and impervious surface coverage
• 80 Island Lane: Variance for lot width and side yard setbacks
• Review applications at Planning & Development office, 355 Main Street

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals approved multiple variance applications for lot splits, including two at 73 Dana Street, two at 792 Ocean Avenue, and one at 80 Island Lane. The Ocean Avenue approvals passed with a 4‑yes, 1‑no vote. The board also approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting.

• Approved File #049-25 V (73 Dana St) – motion passed
• Approved File #050-25 V (73 Dana St) – motion passed
• Approved File #051-25 V (792 Ocean Ave) – 4 Y‑1 N vote
• Approved File #052-25 V (792 Ocean Ave) – 4 Y‑1 N vote
• Approved File #053-25 V (80 Island Lane) – motion passed
• Approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes – motion passed

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission will hold an organizational meeting to review reports and old business. Discussions include the conversion of the Molloy School into a senior center and a planned walkthrough of the future West Haven Community Center.

• Molloy School conversion to West Haven Senior Center
• DOT Section 5310 Grant Program report
• Walkthrough of the future West Haven Community Center
• Review of November 2025 Senior Highlights Newsletter

Seniors Commission

The Seniors Commission meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum.

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission announced that its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM in West Haven City Hall is cancelled. No agenda items or decisions will be considered at this time.

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to deliberate on Case #25-010. The body will also review minutes from the September 2, 2025, meeting.

• Deliberation on Case #25-010
• Review of 09-02-2025 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review the Health Director's report and minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and general business.

• Review of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Health Director’s Report

Board of Health

The West Haven Board of Health meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025 was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum, meaning insufficient members were present to conduct business. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Board of Police Commissioners

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on November 18, 2025. The agenda includes reports on training and traffic management, as well as a personnel item.

• Training report for September & October 2025
• Traffic management report for October 2025
• Personnel item: Dave Moran from Raymond James
• Meeting minutes from November 4, 2025 (cancelled)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review the project budget and approve several vendor invoices, including a $183,154.39 invoice from Gilbane. It will also discuss FF&E drywall work (OS-00069) and the Savin Rock roof replacement. Additional items include smaller invoices from CSG, Innovative Engineering Services, and Antinozzi.

• Gilbane invoice #20211-J074 – $183,154.39
• CSG invoices #20035-012 – $3,745.00 and #20035-013 – $3,672.20
• Innovative Engineering Services invoices totaling $12,131.34
• OS-00069 drywall action required
• Savin Rock roof replacement action required

The committee approved the agenda as presented with no changes. The minutes from the October 14 meeting were approved unanimously. A vendor application (Carmody 23099-86) for $790 was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:13 PM.

• Agenda approved (no changes) – no vote tally recorded
• October 14 minutes approved – unanimous
• Approved $790 vendor contract (Carmody 23099-86) – unanimous
• Motion to adjourn approved – unanimous

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on November 12, 2025. Commissioners will consider an application for a special permit and site‑plan review to construct a 22,500‑sq ft building at 350 Frontage Road in the Light Manufacturing zone. The agenda also includes approval of the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes and a staff report approving the 2026 calendar.

• Public hearing: Special permit (File # SP 25-58, SR # 25-59) for a 22,500‑sq ft building at 350 Frontage Road, Light Manufacturing zone
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of October 28, 2025
• Staff report: approval of the 2026 calendar

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 28 meeting. It closed the public hearing and approved the special permit and site‑plan applications (Files SP 25‑58 and SR 25‑59). The commission also approved the 2026 P&Z calendar and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Closed public hearing on Files SP 25‑58 and SR 25‑59 (passed)
• Approved special permit Files SP 25‑58 and SR 25‑59 (passed)
• Approved 2026 Planning & Zoning calendar (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review department finances and reports from the Chief and Deputy Chief. The agenda includes a discussion on modification needs for the Admiral station and insurance billing.

• Discussion on Admiral station modification needs
• Insurance billing with EMS Director S. Dillman
• Review of Finance/Invoices/Revenue

The Allingtown Board reviewed and accepted the list of processed invoices and revenue. No other motions were recorded as approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting. Items such as grant awards, architectural costs, and equipment repairs were discussed but no decisions were documented.

• Accepted list of processed invoices/revenue (no vote recorded)

Economic Development Commission

The commission will receive an economic development update from Director Steve Fontana. Residents will have a chance to provide public input. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Economic Development Update – presentation by Steve Fontana, Economic Development Director
• Public Input – opportunity for residents to comment

The Economic Development Commission reviewed the near‑completion of the downtown Master Development Plan, the on‑hold renovations at the Kelsey conference center, and the upcoming demolition of the Debonair. It noted McDermott Alpha's site‑plan approval, the sale of Style School to Ideal Group for apartment conversion, the $500,000 sale of North End field to the University of New Haven, and C‑Town's plan for a former Rite Aid site. No votes or official approvals were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss adopting automated traffic enforcement safety devices. The body is also considering fee and fine increases for nonresidential landlord registrations and updates to fire department fees.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 206 to adopt Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices
• Proposed increase in nonresidential landlord address change fee from $10.00 to $20.00
• Proposed increase in first violation fine for nonresidential landlords from $250 to $500
• Proposed amendment to City Ordinance Section 101 (I) regarding West Haven Fire Department fees
• Appointments to the Board of Police Commissioners, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Finance Board

The council unanimously approved the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes and the animal shelter donation communication. It adopted an amendment to Chapter 206 adding Article VII for automated traffic enforcement safety devices. The council also approved several appointments to city boards, including the Police Commissioners, Planning and Zoning Commission, Savin Rock Community, and the Finance Board.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Communication B – Animal Shelter donations (unanimous)
• Adopted amendment to Chapter 206 adding Article VII Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices (unanimous)
• Appointed Brent Coscia to West Haven Board of Police Commissioners (unanimous viva voce; one abstention)
• Appointed Sammy Rivera to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous viva voce)
• Re‑appointed Harold Burns to Savin Rock Community (unanimous viva voce)
• Re‑appointed Besse Marra to West Haven Finance Board (unanimous viva voce)
• Re‑appointed Wayne Valatis to West Haven Finance Board (unanimous viva voce)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an amendment to Chapter 206‑Streets and Sidewalks to adopt Article VIII for Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices. The council will also discuss amendments to Chapter 156 that raise the residential address‑change notice fee from $10 to $20 and increase the first violation fine from $250 to $500. Additional items include changes to City Ordinance Section 101 concerning fire‑department fees and several board appointments.

• Amendment to Chapter 206‑Streets and Sidewalks: adopt Article VIII for Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices (public hearing scheduled for Nov 10, 2025).
• Amendment to Chapter 156‑Nonresidential Landlord Registration: raise address‑change notice fee to $20 and first violation fine to $500.
• Amendment to City Ordinance Section 101: modify West Haven Fire Department fee structure.
• Appointment of Brent Coscia (430 Glendevon South) to the West Haven Board of Police Commissioners (term expires 11/01/2030).
• Appointment of Sammy Rivera (14 Hamilton Street) to the Planning and Zoning Commission (term expires 11/01/2030).

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission meeting scheduled for November 5, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states that the hearing has been continued.

Fair Rent Commission

The West Haven Fair Rent Commission meeting will consider Case #25-010. It will also review the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting and receive a report from its sub‑committee. Old business items will be discussed before adjournment.

• Deliberation of Case #25-010
• Review of minutes from 09-02-2025 meeting
• Report from sub‑committee
• Discussion of old business

Harbor Management Commission

The commission will review and approve the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the ongoing contract with GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. for work on the April Street Boat Ramp funded by a SHIPP grant, including the project schedule. The commission will also approve the 2026 Harbor Management Commission calendar.

• Approve meeting minutes from October 1, 2025
• Discuss contract and schedule for April Street Boat Ramp under SHIPP grant with GZA Geo Environmental, Inc.
• Approve the 2026 Harbor Management Commission calendar

The commission voted to approve the meeting minutes from October 1, 2025. A motion to adjourn the November 5, 2025 meeting was also passed. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned the November 5, 2025 meeting (motion passed)

ARPA Committee

The West Haven ARPA Committee will discuss the updated ARPA spending plan and review the status of several ARPA‑funded projects. Items include the $3,000,000 Storm Water Management effort, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial construction milestone, and multiple vendor invoices. The committee will consider required actions for pending projects and note projects that have been funded or completed.

• Storm Water Management project total $3,000,000 (including $1,970,000 + $492,912)
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial construction milestone invoice $29,661.59
• Imperial Company invoices for park projects: $28,000, $15,000, $4,000
• Northwest Hills Automotive invoice $48,420.40 for Allingtown fire district
• Hearst Media invoice $690.00 for Support for Arts Community Funding

The West Haven ARPA Committee unanimously approved a series of ARPA-funded invoices, including a $3,000,000 Storm Water Management project. Other approvals covered roof repairs for the Child Development Center, a Vietnam Veterans Memorial milestone, fire district expenses, and boardwalk monitoring cameras. All motions were adopted without dissent. No items were denied or postponed.

• Approved $3,000,000 Storm Water Management project (unanimous)
• Approved Child Development Center roof repairs totaling $47,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $29,661.59 Vietnam Veterans Memorial milestone invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $48,420.40 Northwest Hills Automotive invoice for fire districts (unanimous)
• Approved Boardwalk Monitoring Cameras invoices totaling $102,784.02 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,300.00 UHY invoice for CARES Act financial management (unanimous)
• Approved $19,784.00 Carmody invoice for CARES Act financial management (unanimous)
• Approved $5,075.00 UHY invoice for 2022-001 CARES Act (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners scheduled for November 4, 2025 was cancelled. The memo cites a lack of quorum as the reason. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to address new business regarding Morse Park. The agenda also includes a discussion on old business concerning Eco Park – Old Grove Park.

• New business: Morse Park
• Old business: Eco Park – Old Grove Park

The commission approved the September 8, 2025 minutes as written. They discussed maintenance of Morris Park fields, Eco Park/Oak Grove upkeep, a future mini‑golf location, and updates to park rules, but took no formal action on those items. Cameras at Painter Park are now operational and the new Rec.us website has launched.

• Approved September 8 minutes as written (unanimous)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee announced that there is no new business for its second scheduled meeting of the month. Consequently, the regular meeting set for October 28, 2025 has been cancelled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding temporary health care structures. The body is deciding whether to opt out of state provisions or establish local requirements for these structures, including bulk requirements and time frames.

• Public hearing on temporary health care structures per Connecticut General Statutes Title 8

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the October 15 meeting minutes. It closed the public hearing on temporary health‑care structures and unanimously opted out of State Section 8‑1bb governing those structures. The body also entered an executive session and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing on Temporary Health Care Structures (motion passed)
• Opted out of State Section 8‑1bb on Temporary Health Care Structures (unanimous approval)
• Entered executive session (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an amendment to Chapter 206-Streets and Sidewalks regarding the adoption of automated traffic enforcement safety devices. The meeting also includes a communication from the Tax Collector concerning overpayment of refunds for October 2025.

• Amendment to Chapter 206-Streets and Sidewalks to adopt Article VIII-Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices
• Tax Collector communication regarding overpayment of refunds for October 2025

The council voted to approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting; the motion passed unanimously, though Councilwomen Garthwait and Callahan abstained. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous; Garthwait and Callahan abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The West Haven City Council considered and approved several finance communications, including a $902,215 transfer from the WPCA Sewer Fund to the General Fund. It also approved budget revisions for the Fire Department and a new $253,001 capital project for communications and technology upgrades at the Malloy Site. Additionally, the council authorized the Savin Rock Community School roof‑replacement grant application and established a project committee.

• Transfer of $902,215 (up to $990,000) from WPCA Sewer Fund to City General Fund (Communication C)
• Approval of fiscal‑year 2024‑2025 pre‑audit transfers for General Fund (Communication D)
• Budget revision increasing AFD budget to $9,273,596 and adding $231,569 pension appropriation (Communication E)
• Creation of a $253,001 “Communications and Technology Upgrades” capital project for the Malloy Site (Communication F)
• Authorization for Savin Rock Community School roof‑replacement grant application and establishment of a project committee (Communication G)

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority held a special meeting on October 22, 2025. The agenda consisted of a pledge of allegiance, call to order, roll call, an executive session for personnel interviews, and adjournment. No policy decisions, contracts, or ordinance actions were listed.

• Executive Session – personnel interviews

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. No other business was listed.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to receive financial updates from Finance Director Michael Gormany. The meeting includes time for public comment and the discussion of old or new business.

• Finance update presented by Michael Gormany

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The West Haven Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a public meeting on Oct. 21, 2025. At the meeting the agency will discuss two permit applications under Section 72 of the city’s Inland Wetland Watercourse and Open Space Regulations. The first application (File #04-25 IW) seeks a 22,500‑square‑foot addition with chemical storage at 350 Frontage Road, submitted by MacDermid Alpha for Enthone Inc. The second application (File #05-25 IW) proposes a 25‑by‑25‑foot addition to a single‑family home at 82 Hemlock Street, submitted by C&A Investments LLC.

• 350 Frontage Road: 22,500 sf addition, chemical storage, site work – File #04-25 IW – Owner Enthone Inc., Applicant MacDermid Alpha
• 82 Hemlock Street: 25 ft × 25 ft addition to single‑family dwelling – File #05-25 IW – Owner/Applicant C&A Investments LLC

Board of Police Commissioners

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners will review minutes from the October 7 meeting, hear public input, and receive several September reports on traffic management, attendance, and animal control. They will also present a letter of appreciation for Capt. Joseph Romano and Sgt. Charles Young, and consider a block party scheduled for Grand Street on October 31, 2025. Additional items include reports from the chief, deputy chief, committees, pension board, and personnel matters.

• Traffic Management Report – September 2025
• Attendance Report – September 2025
• Animal Control Report – September 2025
• Letter of Appreciation for Capt. Joseph Romano & Sgt. Charles Young
• Block Party on Grand Street – scheduled for 10/31/2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider three variance applications for residential properties. The agenda includes a special use exception and setback variances for 20 Baldwin Street, a side‑yard setback request for 83 Winslow Drive, and side‑ and rear‑yard setback requests for 31 Alden Road. The board will also approve minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting.

• 20 Baldwin St: variance and special use exception for accessory apartment, requesting reduced front, side, and rear yard setbacks.
• 83 Winslow Dr: side‑yard setback variance of 3 ft (required 15 ft) to convert an attached garage to living space.
• 31 Alden Rd: side‑yard setback variance of 8 ft (required 15 ft) and rear‑yard setback variance of 20 ft (required 30 ft).

The board approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved the variance request for 83 Winslow Drive (5‑0). It also unanimously approved the variance for 31 Alden Road (5‑0) but imposed conditions that construction stop until permits are issued and the fence be reduced to the proper height. The meeting was adjourned after the votes.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 83 Winslow Drive, File #047-25 V (5‑0)
• Approved variance for 31 Alden Road, File #048-25 V with conditions (5‑0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 15, 2025. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting. They will review a site plan for 90 Clark Street to install four electric‑vehicle chargers in the Neighborhood Business district, pursuant to section 49.4 of the city zoning regulations.

• Approve minutes from the September 23, 2025 regular meeting
• Site plan review for 90 Clark Street to place four EV chargers (file SR #25-56) in the NB district

The commission approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the site‑plan to install four electric‑vehicle chargers at 90 Clark Street in the Neighborhood Business district, citing Section 49.4 of the zoning regulations. Both motions passed, with the charger approval unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

• Approved September 23, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved installation of four EV chargers at 90 Clark St, NB district (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:09 p.m. (motion passed)

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will meet to review minutes and receive reports from the Development and Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittees. The agenda contains no specific votes or new proposals.

• Review of September 17, 2025 minutes
• Development subcommittee report
• Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittee report

The West Haven Energy Commission unanimously accepted the meeting agenda without amendments. It also approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. The commissioners then moved to adjourn, which passed unanimously. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Accepted agenda without amendments (unanimous)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The West Haven City Council will consider several finance and legislative items, including a budget revision that raises the AFD budget to $9,273,596 and adds a $231,569 pension appropriation. Council members will vote on creating a new capital project called “Communications and Technology Upgrades” for $253,001 at the Malloy Site. The agenda also includes public‑hearing proposals to amend Chapter 42 (competitive bidding), Chapter 97 (Fair Rent Commission), and Chapter 206 (automated traffic enforcement devices). Minutes from the September 22 meeting will be approved.

• Ordinance amendment updating Chapter 42, section 6 (Competitive Bidding) to match CT Statutes §7‑148v
• Ordinance amendment updating Chapter 97 (Fair Rent Commission)
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 206 (Streets and Sidewalks) adopting automated traffic enforcement devices
• Budget revision increasing AFD budget from $9,005,367 to $9,273,596 and adding $231,569 AFD pension appropriation
• Creation of capital project “Communications and Technology Upgrades” for $253,001 at the Malloy Site

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review project updates for the Washington School and Savin Reck Roof Replacement, including the approval of vendor invoices totaling $174,957.75.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Washington School State Project No. ZIDASY 156142N0621 updates
• Savin Reck Roof Replacement discussion
• Vendor Invoice Review: WE Mason ($158,896.55)
• Vendor Invoice Review: Lakeshore Learning Materials ($9,181.60)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and unanimously approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved six vendor invoices, including a $558,087.39 invoice from Gilbane for new business, and smaller invoices ranging from $880 to $158,896.55. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:13 PM.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved WB Mason invoice $158,896.55 (unanimous)
• Approved Carmody invoice $880.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Lakeshore Learning invoice $9,181.60 (unanimous)
• Approved Antinezzi Assoc. invoice $6,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Gilbane invoice $558,087.39 (unanimous)
• Approved WB Mason invoice $2,046.00 (unanimous)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

A Board of Fire Commissioners meeting was scheduled for October 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the 3rd‑floor conference room of 355 Main Street, West Haven. The agenda notes that the meeting was canceled because of scheduling conflicts. No items were discussed or decided.

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission met on October 14, 2025 for an organizational session. The agenda included public input, a Senior Highlights newsletter, a report on the DOT Section 5310 Grant Program (noting no update), and a report on converting Molloy School to a senior center. No specific actions or approvals were recorded in the agenda.

• Public input period
• Distribution of the October 2025 Senior Highlights newsletter
• Report on DOT Section 5310 Grant Program (no update supplied)
• Report on Molloy School conversion to West Haven Senior Center
• Review of minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025 was cancelled. The commission will meet next month on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM.

• October 14, 2025 Seniors Commission meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on two ordinance amendments—one updating competitive bidding requirements and another revising the Fair Rent Commission. In the regular session, members will consider a budget revision that raises the AFD budget to $9,273,596 and adds a $231,569 pension appropriation, as well as a request to create a $253,001 capital project for Communications and Technology upgrades at the Malloy Site. Additional items include a transfer of $902,215 from the WPCA Sewer Fund to the General Fund and an amendment adopting automated traffic‑enforcement safety devices.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 42, section 6 (Competitive Bidding) to conform with CT Statutes §7-148v (public hearing)
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 97 (Fair Rent Commission) (public hearing)
• Amendment to Chapter 206 (Streets and Sidewalks) adopting Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices
• Budget revision increasing AFD budget from $9,005,367 to $9,273,596 and adding $231,569 AFD pension appropriation
• Creation of a $253,001 capital project “Communications and Technology Upgrades” for the Malloy Site, funded by reallocation of $100,000 from the Police Phone System Upgrade and $153,001 from Police Technology

The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the Board of Education to apply for a state grant and to establish a roof‑replacement project committee for Savin Rock Community School, with funds for preliminary drawings. It also approved several finance items, including a $902,215 fund transfer, a budget revision increasing the AFD budget, and a new $253,001 communications‑technology capital project. Additional unanimous actions included a permit‑fee waiver for Halloween events and ordinance updates on competitive bidding and the Fair Rent Commission.

• Added Communication H to the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous; two abstentions)
• Approved Communication G to let the Board of Education apply for the Savin Rock roof grant, appoint a project committee and fund preliminary drawings (unanimous)
• Approved $902,215 transfer from the WPCA Sewer Fund to the City General Fund (majority vote)
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 budget revision increasing the AFD budget to $9,273,596 and adding $231,569 pension appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved new capital project “Communications and Technology Upgrades” for $253,001 at the Malloy Site (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of all permit fees for Halloween on the Green 2025 events (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment updating Competitive Bidding requirements to match state law (unanimous)

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority meeting will hear the Acting Director’s report, consider any outstanding old business, and introduce new business items. An executive‑session will be held to address personnel matters. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Acting Director’s Report
• Old Business discussion
• New Business discussion
• Executive Session – Personnel

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will discuss agenda planning for future meetings and identify one or two priority projects for the year. It will receive updates on economic development, city beautification, shoreline restoration, and available business parcels. Public input will also be gathered.

• Economic Development Update presented by Steve Fontana and Kathleen Krolak
• New Business: discuss agenda planning for upcoming meetings and 1‑2 items to spearhead for the year
• City beautification update – invite Public Works and community groups to present projects and resources
• Shoreline update – invite Land Trust, Save the Sound, and bird sanctuary to discuss restoration initiatives
• Business update – economic development director and planning & zoning to discuss available parcels

The Economic Development Commission approved a motion to move future meetings to the first Wednesday of each month, starting in January 2026, with a vote of 4-yes, 0-no, 1-abstain. It also approved a motion to skip the December 2025 meeting, using the same vote tally. No other formal decisions were recorded; other items were discussed for future consideration.

• Moved meetings to first Wednesday of month, effective Jan 2026 (4Y 0N 1A)
• Skipped December 2025 meeting (4Y 0N 1A)

Board of Police Commissioners

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review reports, discuss old and new business, and address personnel matters. The agenda includes Halloween on the Green and the Christmas Tree Lighting as upcoming events.

• Halloween on the Green scheduled for October 25, 2025
• Christmas Tree Lighting scheduled for November 29, 2025
• Attendance report for August 2025
• Personnel item listed for Executive Session

The Board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It approved the Halloween on the Green event for October 25 and the Christmas Tree Lighting event for November 29. The Commissioners entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters, then adjourned the meeting.

• Accepted agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted prior minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Halloween on the Green event, Oct 25, 5‑9 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Christmas Tree Lighting event, Nov 29, 4:30‑8 p.m. (unanimous)
• Entered executive session on personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

ARPA Committee

The West Haven ARPA Committee will discuss updates to the ARPA spending plan and review several pending projects, including a $3 million storm‑water management effort, park memorial expansions, and boardwalk monitoring cameras. The committee will consider required actions and approvals for invoices and contracts related to these projects.

• Storm Water Management Problem Areas – $1,970,000 + $492,912
• Boardwalk Monitoring Cameras – $45,854.16 (Invoice 02502079, Utility Communications)
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial Expansion – $375.00 and $370.00 (Vendor Wescott & Mapes)
• Child Development Center Roof – $2,922.02 (Vendor UHY)
• West Shore Fire District PCM for Ocean Ave – $462.50 (Vendor Antinozzi)

Fair Rent Commission

The West Haven Fair Rent Commission announced that its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Harriet C. North Meeting Room at City Hall was cancelled. No agenda items were set for discussion. For more information, contact Colleen O'Connor at 203‑937‑3600.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items scheduled.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, receive a resignation from Shannon Freel, and discuss new business concerning Morse Park. It will also review maintenance matters and consider the status of Eco Park – Old Grove Park. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of September 8, 2025 minutes
• Resignation of Shannon Freel
• New business: Morse Park
• Maintenance items (unspecified)
• Old business: Eco Park – Old Grove Park

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will approve the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It will consider the status of the April Street boat launch SHIPP grant and the contract awarded to GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. (bid No. 2025-79). The commission will also review a shoreline study for the Haven Site that proposes two walking piers near the former Bilco building and discuss a dredging project in New Haven Harbor.

• Boat launch SHIPP grant for April Street boat ramp; contract awarded to GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. (bid No. 2025-79)
• Shoreline study for the Haven Site, proposing two walking piers near the former Bilco building
• Discussion of a dredging project in New Haven Harbor
• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The Harbor Management Commission approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the October 1 meeting was also passed. No other actions were decided.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned October 1, 2025 meeting (motion passed)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee reported no new business for its second scheduled meeting of the month. Consequently, the regular meeting set for September 23, 2025 has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on September 23, 2025. Commissioners will consider a special permit and site plan to replace a storage garage at 360 Campbell Avenue with a six‑unit apartment building. They will also hear a special permit and site plan for a fast‑food restaurant at 12 & 22 Meloy Road, and a site plan and coastal review to convert a public facility at 561 Main Street into housing in the transit‑oriented district. An executive session will address an item concerning 337 Main Street.

• 360 Campbell Avenue – special permit and site plan to replace a storage garage with a six‑unit apartment building (File #SP 25‑34, SR 25‑35, VDO 25‑006).
• 12 & 22 Meloy Road – special permit for front‑yard parking and site plan for a fast‑food restaurant (no drive‑thru) in the Commercial Design district (File SP 25‑53, SR 25‑54).
• 561 Main Street – site plan and coastal site plan to convert a public facility into housing within the Transit Oriented District (File SR 25‑32, CSP #25‑33).
• Executive session agenda item concerning 337 Main Street (details not provided).

The commission approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. It approved the special permit and site plan for 12 & 22 Melody Road, with a condition on signage. It approved the site‑plan review and coastal plan to convert the Stiles School building at 561 Main Street into apartments. The commission then entered executive session and adjourned.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Files #SP 25-53 and SR 25-54 for 12 & 22 Melody Road with signage condition (motion passed)
• Approved Files #SR 25-32 and CSP 25-33 for 561 Main Street conversion of Stiles School to apartments (motion passed)
• Approved motion to go into executive session (motion passed)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a bond ordinance authorizing $32,900,000 for planning, design, and construction of the Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations. They will also hear a proposed ordinance adding Chapter 85 to address illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers. Additional items include a resolution to approve a federal FY2024 emergency‑management grant, an amendment to the competitive‑bidding ordinance, and a Fair Rent Commission ordinance amendment.

• Bond ordinance for $32,900,000 to build Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations
• Proposed Chapter 85 ordinance on illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers
• Resolution to approve Federal FY2024 grant for Connecticut Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security
• Ordinance amendment updating Chapter 42 competitive bidding to match state statutes
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 97 Fair Rent Commission

The council approved the August and July regular‑meeting minutes. It ratified the contract between the West Haven Board of Education and the Administrators’ Association, with a 10‑in‑favor, 3‑absent roll call. It also adopted Chapter 85, adding an ordinance that prohibits illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers, passing unanimously.

• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Melton and Garthwait abstained)
• Approved contract between Board of Education and Administrators’ Union (10 in favor, 3 absent)
• Approved Chapter 85 ordinance on illegal motorized recreational vehicles (10 in favor, 3 absent)

City Council

The council will vote on a bond ordinance authorizing $32,900,000 for planning, design, and construction of pump stations on Dawson Avenue and East Avenue. It will also hear a proposed ordinance to add Chapter 85, regulating illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers. Additional items include amendments to Chapter 42 (competitive bidding) and Chapter 97 (Fair Rent Commission), and a resolution for a handicap‑accessible ramp at 179 Union Avenue.

• Bond ordinance for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations – $32,900,000
• Proposed Chapter 85 ordinance on illegal motorized recreational vehicle use and street takeovers
• Amendment to Chapter 42 (Competitive Bidding) to align with CT General Statutes § 7‑148v
• Amendment to Chapter 97 (Fair Rent Commission)
• Resolution to approve a sidewalk encroachment for a handicap‑accessible ramp at 179 Union Avenue

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority met in a special session on September 22, 2025. The agenda consisted of standard procedural items and an executive session to conduct personnel interviews. No policy decisions or public actions were scheduled.

• Pledge of Allegiance
• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Executive Session – Personnel interviews
• Adjournment

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting on September 18, 2025, at 6 PM. The session will be conducted remotely via Webex. No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

• Special meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025
• Meeting to be conducted remotely via Webex
• Meeting link provided for remote access

Energy Commission

The West Haven Energy Commission will approve the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting, accept public comments, receive reports from its Development and Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittees, and consider any old or new business items before adjourning.

The West Haven Energy Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. No new business was presented. The commissioners then unanimously moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:07 p.m.

• Agenda accepted unanimously (motion carried)
• Minutes from July 16, 2025 accepted unanimously (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will approve minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It will hear a variance request for 90 Ivy Street to allow reduced side‑yard setbacks and higher building and lot coverage for a single‑family addition. It will also consider a variance and special‑use exception for 20 Baldwin Street to permit reduced front, side, and rear yard setbacks and an accessory apartment. The board will conduct a public hearing on these items.

• 90 Ivy St: side‑yard setbacks of 14’ (south) and 6’ (west) vs required 15’; building coverage 38% vs 20%; lot coverage 47% vs 40% for a 20’ × 30’ addition (R2 district).
• 20 Baldwin St: front yard setback 12’ vs 30’, side yard 9’ vs 15’, rear yard 22’ vs 30’, plus a special‑use exception for an accessory apartment (R2 district).
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting and Public Hearings of August 20, 2025.

The Zoning Board approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. A motion to close the public hearing was adopted. The board approved File #046-25V, granting the requested side‑yard setbacks for 90 Ivy Street, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing on 90 Ivy Street application (motion passed)
• Approved File #046-25V – 90 Ivy Street setback variance (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Police Commissioners

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners will review training, traffic, and animal control reports from August and September. The meeting includes a public input session and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Public input session (3 minutes per person)
• Training Division Report (July & August 2025)
• Traffic Management Report (August 2025)
• Disputed Ticket #177039
• Interviews for two police applicants

The Board unanimously reduced a disputed parking ticket to $89. It also approved hiring Christian Mastracchio and Kenneth Taveras as Grade C officers starting September 29, 2025. An Executive Session was opened to discuss personnel matters. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of September 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Reduced disputed ticket #177039 to $89 (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel and applicant interviews (unanimous)
• Added hiring of Christian Mastracchio and Kenneth Taveras to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Christian Mastracchio and Kenneth Taveras at Grade C, start date Sep 29, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The West Haven Inland Wetlands Agency will meet on Sept. 16, 2025 to consider a redevelopment proposal for 561 Main Street. The applicant, Ideal Group LLC, seeks to convert the former educational building into an apartment building and reuse existing paved areas for parking within the inland wetland upland review area, as required by Section 72 of the city’s Inland Wetland Watercourse and Open Space Regulations. The agency will review the proposal and record its decision.

• Review of 561 Main Street redevelopment proposal (conversion to apartments) – Ideal Group LLC

The agency approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners closed the public hearing on File #002-25 IW. The agency then approved the application to convert 561 Main Street to apartments.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Closed public hearing on File #002-25 IW
• Approved File #002-25 IW for 561 Main Street residential conversion

Fair Rent Commission

The West Haven Fair Rent Commission announced that its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions were presented. For more information, contact 203‑937‑3600.

Board of Health

The West Haven Board of Health will review the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes, hear the Health Director’s Report, discuss the ongoing BOH Vision Statement development, and consider any new business items. The meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2025 at 6:30 pm in the 34th Floor City Hall.

• Review of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Health Director’s Report
• Discussion of BOH Vision Statement development
• Consideration of new business items

The Board of Health moved a motion to accept the August 19 minutes, which was seconded by Jonathan Jones. A motion to accept a vision statement was moved and seconded by Celia Pinzi. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion was moved and seconded.

• Motion to accept August 19 minutes moved and seconded (no vote recorded)
• Motion to accept BOH vision statement moved and seconded (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting moved and seconded (no vote recorded)

Economic Development Commission

The West Haven Economic Development Commission will discuss the Downtown Redevelopment Initiative presented by Neil Desai of Hardesty & Hanover and Jacob Robinson of Colliers Engineering and Design. The meeting also includes an Economic Development Update and a New Business segment. Other agenda items are routine procedural matters.

• Downtown Redevelopment Initiative presentation
• Economic Development Update
• New Business

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on September 9, 2025. Commissioners will review a special permit and site plan to replace a large storage garage with a six‑unit apartment building at 360 Campbell Avenue. They will also consider a special permit for a nail salon at 727 Campbell Avenue and a site plan to convert former university classrooms into the New Haven Hebrew Day School at 600 Sawmill Road.

• 360 Campbell Avenue – special permit and site plan to replace a storage garage with a six‑unit apartment building (Owner: Michael Altieri; Applicant: Vincent R. Falcone; File #SP 25-34, SR 25-35, VDO 25-006).
• 727 Campbell Avenue – special permit to open a nail salon in the Neighborhood Business district (Owner: York Business Center; Applicant: Jahaira L. Rivera, Glam by Jary LLC; File SP #25-38).
• 600 Sawmill Road – site plan review to convert former University of New Haven classrooms to The New Haven Hebrew Day School (Owner: Lou Capabianco; Applicant: New Haven Day School; File SR #25-39).

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the August 26 meeting. It granted a special permit for a nail salon at 727 Campbell Avenue and approved the site plan to convert 600 Sawmill Road into the New Haven Hebrew Day School. The commission deferred the 360 Campbell Avenue apartment project to the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved special permit for nail salon at 727 Campbell Ave (passed)
• Approved site plan for New Haven Hebrew Day School at 600 Sawmill Rd (passed)
• Continued review of 360 Campbell Ave apartment project to Sep 23 meeting (deferred)
• Closed public hearing on nail salon application (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission will discuss updates on the DOT Section 5310 Grant Program and the Molloy School conversion to a senior center, both reported as having no new information. They will highlight National Senior Center Month activities and review a glitch where the MySeniorCenter kiosk enters sleep mode, including follow‑up actions with City IT and MSC. The commission will also consider a request to mail the Senior Highlights Newsletter using a prepaid stamp permit.

• DOT Section 5310 Grant Program – no update reported
• Molloy School conversion to West Haven Senior Center – no update reported
• National Senior Center Month – activities noted in newsletter
• MySeniorCenter kiosk sleep mode glitch – IT and MSC to investigate
• Request to mail Senior Highlights Newsletter via prepaid stamp permit – awaiting reply

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the previous meeting minutes and discuss finance, invoices, and revenue matters. They will receive reports from the Fire Chief and Fire Marshal, and address old and new business items. No specific contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed on the agenda.

• Finance/Invoices/Revenue
• Communications
• Report of Chief
• Report of Fire Marshal
• Old Business and New Business

The commissioners approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes. They voted to keep fire truck C11 on the auction site. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Agreed to keep fire truck C11 on auction site
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m.

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will meet at 6:00 PM on September 9, 2025 in the West Haven Police Department Community Room, 200 Saw Mill Road. The agenda includes a pledge of allegiance, call to order, roll call, limited public comments, an Acting Director’s report, discussion of old and new business, and an executive session for personnel matters. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Public comments (limited to 5 minutes per person)
• Acting Director’s Report (enclosed)
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business
• Executive session (personnel matters)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review project updates, a monthly report, and invoices totaling $493,414.40 for the Washington Elementary School construction. The committee will also discuss furniture, fixtures, and equipment requests and approve reimbursements for water and gas expenses.

• Gilbane invoice for $415,184.64
• Vancord invoices totaling $109,035.36
• Washington Elementary School project updates
• FF&E requests for signage and safety equipment
• Reimbursements for water and gas expenses

The West Haven High School Building Committee approved the meeting agenda and the August 12 minutes unanimously. It then approved a series of vendor invoices and change orders, each with a unanimous vote. All reimbursements to the Board of Education were also approved pending proof of payment.

• Agenda approved (no changes) – unanimous
• August 12 meeting minutes approved – unanimous
• Gilbane invoice #202509-J120 for $415,184.64 approved – unanimous
• Antinozzi invoice #971845248 for $23,736.25 approved – unanimous
• Vancord invoice #33650 for $87,140.36 approved – unanimous
• Vancord invoice #35429 for $22,895.00 approved – unanimous
• Change Order OS-066 (Science Room Eyewash) $3,167.00 approved – unanimous
• Change Order OS-067 (Exterior Signage) $5,547.00 approved – unanimous

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., has been cancelled. The public hearings regarding the proposed ATV / Street Takeover and Pump Station Bonding ordinances were also cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2025.

• City Council meeting cancelled
• Public hearings cancelled for ATV / Street Takeover ordinance
• Public hearings cancelled for Pump Station Bonding ordinance
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 22, 2025

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold two public hearings at this meeting. One concerns a bond ordinance for $32,900,000 to plan, design, and build pump stations on Dawson Avenue and East Avenue. The other covers a proposed ordinance to amend city code and prohibit illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers.

• Bond ordinance for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations: $32,900,000
• Proposed ordinance amending city code to prohibit illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers
• Proposed ordinance amending Fair Rent Commission chapter (Chapter 97)
• Sidewalk encroachment approval for handicapped-accessible ramp at 179 Union Avenue
• Increase in FY2025–2026 paving LOCIP allocation from $100,000 to $441,411.37

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss written rules and regulations and review policies and procedures. The meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Park-Rec Office.

• Approval of June 2, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of written Rules and Regulations
• Discussion of Policies and Procedures

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold public hearings on a $32.9 million bond ordinance for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations and a proposed ordinance to prohibit illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers. The meeting will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes, animal shelter donations, and a federal grant submission for emergency management.

• $32,900,000 bond ordinance for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 85 to prohibit illegal motorized vehicle use and street takeovers
• Approval of minutes from August 25 and July 28, 2025 meetings
• Federal FY2024 grant submission for Connecticut Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security
• Animal shelter donations update from Deputy Chief Flemmig

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will review a site plan to convert a school at 561 Main Street into an apartment building. The body will also discuss a SHIPP Grant for the April Street boat launch and a proposed shoreline study for The Haven site.

• Site plan review for 561 Main Street to change school use to an apartment building
• Awarding of bid No. 2025-79 for April Street Dock to GZA Geo Environmental, INC
• Proposed scope of work to study shoreline depth and conditions at The Haven site

The Harbor Management Commission approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. Commissioners found the 561 Main Street site plan to be consistent with the Harbor Management Plan. The commission awarded the April Street Dock contract (bid No. 2025-79) to GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Found 561 Main Street site plan consistent with Harbor Management Plan (motion passed)
• Awarded April Street Dock contract No. 2025-79 to GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. (award approved)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Water Pollution Control Commission

The Water Pollution Control Commission will meet to approve minutes from the June meeting. The session includes the introduction of Phil Sissick, the new Commissioner of Public Works.

• Approval of June meeting minutes
• Introduction of Commissioner of Public Works Phil Sissick

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review July 2025 reports for animal control, attendance, and traffic management. The body will discuss the 2025 Apple Festival and the resignation of Officer Jen Brown. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel.

• Apple Festival 2025 (September 26, 27, 28)
• Resignation of Officer Jen Brown effective August 11, 2025
• July 2025 Animal Control Report
• July 2025 Attendance Report
• July 2025 Traffic Management Report

The Board of Police Commissioners approved the agenda, accepted the minutes from the August 5 meeting, and authorized the Apple Festival dates and the Cycle for the Cause event. They also accepted Officer Jen Brown's resignation effective August 11, 2025. An executive session was opened to discuss personnel matters, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Added Item 9.3 for Cycle for the Cause event – motion carried unanimously
• Accepted the amended agenda – motion carried unanimously
• Accepted the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Apple Festival dates September 26‑28, 2025 – motion carried unanimously
• Accepted Officer Jen Brown's resignation effective August 11, 2025 – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Cycle for the Cause event on September 20, 2025 – motion carried unanimously
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel – motion carried unanimously
• Adjourned the meeting – motion carried unanimously

ARPA Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss an updated ARPA spending plan and project list. The agenda includes reviewing several pending payments and action items for city infrastructure and community projects.

• Vietnam Veterans Memorial Expansion Construction payment to Milestone for $49,565.34
• Reimbursement to City of West Haven for radios totaling $103,000
• Storm Water Management Problem Areas project estimated at $1,970,000 + $492,912.00
• Payments to Diversity Construction for Fire Districts totaling $13,110.00, $13,860.67, and $5,184.51
• Housing Crisis Grant Fund payments to Campbell Commons for $11,400.00 and Century Protective Services for $1,311.80

The committee unanimously approved the reading and acceptance of the August 5, 2025 minutes. It then approved a series of ARPA invoices and change orders, including payments to Jow Films, Carmody, Expansion Construction Services, Frankson Fence, SLR, Cerilli, and Diversity Construction. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $300.00 invoice to Jow Films (unanimous)
• Approved $4,811.00 invoice to Carmody (unanimous)
• Approved $49,565.34 invoice to Expansion Construction Services for Vietnam Veterans Memorial (unanimous)
• Approved $471.00 repair fence estimate to Frankson Fence (unanimous)
• Approved $1,250.00 invoice to SLR (unanimous)
• Approved Cerilli invoices of $950.00, $1,800.00, $2,300.00, $2,220.00, $11,100.00, $1,215.00, $1,215.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $13,110.00 invoice to Diversity Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $13,860.67 invoice to Diversity Construction (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to perform administrative work regarding a proposed ordinance. The body will also review minutes from the August 5 meeting and a sub-committee report.

• Administrative work on the proposed ordinance
• Report of Sub-Committee

Board of Police Commissioners

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting on August 26, 2025. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct an ACO interview.

• ACO Interview

The Police Commissioners approved entering an executive session and then returning to public session. They added Emily Rose Genova and her hiring to the agenda. The board voted to hire Ms. Genova as an Animal Control Officer Grade B, effective September 2, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Entered executive session (passed)
• Returned to public session (passed)
• Added Emily Rose Genova to agenda (passed)
• Added hiring of Emily Rose Genova to agenda (passed)
• Hired Emily Rose Genova as Animal Control Officer Grade B (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to review site plans and permits for residential and academic developments. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss liquor uses in zoning districts.

• Public hearing for a special permit to replace a storage garage with a 6-unit apartment building at 360 Campbell Avenue
• Site plan review to repurpose a building at 252 Orange Avenue for University of New Haven academic and administrative space
• Site plan review for ADA compliance, walkability, and landscaping improvements at 200 Oak Street
• Executive session regarding liquor uses in zoning districts

The commission approved the minutes of the July 22, 2025 meeting. It also approved two site‑plan reviews: File #SR 25‑33 for 252 Orange Avenue and File #SR 25‑36 with ESCP #25‑37 for 200 Oak Street. The body entered an executive session to discuss liquor‑use zoning and then adjourned.

• Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved File #SR 25‑33 – 252 Orange Avenue site‑plan (passed)
• Approved File #SR 25‑36 and ESCP #25‑37 – 200 Oak Street site‑plan (passed)
• Entered executive session to discuss liquor uses in zoning districts (passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (passed)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to receive a monthly update and a report on the March 2025 operating and capital budgets from the Finance Director. The meeting will also include time for public comments and new business.

• Finance Director to present monthly budget update
• Review of March 2025 operating and capital budget reports
• Public comment period (three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion of new business by committee members

West Haven High School Building Committee

The August 26, 2025, regular meeting of the West Haven High School Building Committee has been cancelled. The City Clerk stated there is no new business to conduct.

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold public hearings on a $29.8 million bond ordinance for two pump stations and an ordinance amending the Fair Rent Commission rules. The meeting also includes discussions on sidewalk encroachments, paving fund increases, and budget transfers for fire department salaries.

• Bond ordinance for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations ($29,800,000)
• Ordinance amending Fair Rent Commission rules (Chapter 97)
• Sidewalk encroachment approval for handicapped accessible ramp at 179 Union Avenue
• Increase in paving LOCIP allocation from $100,000 to $441,411.37
• Budget transfer of $3,532 for Allingtown Fire Department merit raise

The City Council approved a $341,411.37 increase to the FY2025‑2026 paving LOCIP allocation, raising it to $441,411.37. It also approved a sidewalk encroachment allowing a handicapped ramp at 179 Union Avenue and a $3,532 transfer to the Allingtown Fire Department for the Fire Marshal’s merit raise. The bond ordinance for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations was amended to $32,900,000 and a public hearing was scheduled for September 8, 2025. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved increase of FY2025‑2026 paving LOCIP allocation to $441,411.37 (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk encroachment for handicapped ramp at 179 Union Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $3,532 budget transfer to Allingtown Fire Department for Fire Marshal merit raise (unanimous)
• Amended bond ordinance amount to $32,900,000; public hearing set for Sept 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 28, 2025 regular meeting (held)
• Held public hearing on Fair Rent Commission ordinance amendment (held)
• Held public hearing on Motorized Recreational Vehicles ordinance amendment (held)
• Approved resolution to increase paving allocation per LOCIP grant (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and committee meetings to discuss a bond ordinance for pump stations and amendments to the Fair Rent Commission code. The body is also reviewing a new ordinance regarding illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers.

• Bond ordinance for planning, design, and construction of Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations for $29,800,000
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 97 of the Code of West Haven regarding the Fair Rent Commission
• Proposed new ordinance (Chapter 85) concerning illegal use of motorized recreational vehicles and street takeovers
• Increase of fiscal year 2025-2026 paving LOCIP allocation from $100,000 to $441,411.37
• Resolution for a handicapped accessible ramp sidewalk encroachment at 179 Union Avenue

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider requests for setbacks, building coverage, and special use exceptions. Decisions will impact residential additions, a new restaurant, a 6-unit apartment house, and solar panel installation.

• 12 & 22 Meloy Road: Request for front and side yard setbacks to construct a restaurant
• 360 Campbell Avenue: Request for building coverage and inner yard variances for a 6-unit apartment house
• 80 Eagle Place and 124 Milton Avenue: Special Use Exception requests for accessory apartments
• 421 Main Street: Request to mount street-visible solar panels in the Village District Overlay
• 271-275 Front Avenue: Request for a front yard setback for a 20' x 56' commercial building addition

The board denied the variance request for 86 Noble Street (File #034-25V) by a 5‑0 vote. It approved variances for a restaurant at 12 & 22 Meloy Road, a six‑unit apartment at 360 Campbell Avenue, accessory apartments at 80 Eagle Place and 124 Milton Avenue, a solar panel installation at 421 Main Street, and a commercial addition at 271‑275 Front Avenue, each by 5‑0 votes. The board also continued the pending application for 90 Ivy Street to the September meeting.

• Denied 86 Noble Street side‑yard setback (File #034-25V) 5‑0
• Approved 12 & 22 Meloy Road restaurant setback (File #039-25V) 5‑0
• Approved 360 Campbell Avenue six‑unit apartment variance (File #040-25V) 5‑0
• Approved 80 Eagle Place accessory apartment (File #045-25 SUE) 5‑0
• Approved 421 Main Street solar panel installation (File #047-25V) 5‑0
• Approved 124 Milton Avenue accessory apartment (File #043-25 SUE) 5‑0
• Approved 271‑275 Front Avenue commercial addition (File #042-25V) 5‑0
• Approved 90 Ivy Street side‑yard setback continuation (File #046-25V) 5‑0

Energy Commission

The regular meeting of the Energy Commission scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to deliberate on Case #25-008 and Case #25-009. The body will also review minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting and a sub-committee report.

• Deliberation on Case #25-008
• Deliberation on Case #25-009
• Review of August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Report of Sub-Committee

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners will conduct its regular monthly meeting, including approval of prior meeting minutes, public session, financial review, and reports from the Fire Chief and Fire Marshal. No substantive decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

The board approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the list of processed invoices. It decided to keep the Connex building and old C5 on the auction site until reserve amounts are met, and to start interviewing candidates for a firefighter position. The commission also moved into and out of Executive Session, offered Fire Marshal Flood a conditional Deputy Chief position, and began the process to replace the Fire Marshal.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (approved)
• Accepted list of processed invoices/revenue (approved)
• Kept Connex building and old C5 on auction site until reserve met (approved)
• Started interviewing candidates for firefighter position (approved)
• Entered Executive Session (approved)
• Returned to Regular Session (approved)
• Offered FM Flood a conditional job as Deputy Chief (approved)
• Started process to replace the Fire Marshal (approved)

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Harriet North Room at West Haven City Hall. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

Board of Health

The West Haven Board of Health holds its regular meeting to review the June 2025 minutes and receive the Health Director’s report. Old business includes development of a mission statement for the board.

• Review of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Health Director’s report presentation
• Discussion on Board of Health Mission Statement development

The Board of Health made a motion to accept the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting, which was seconded. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion at 7:31 p.m., also seconded. No other formal actions were taken.

• Motion to accept June 17, 2025 minutes (seconded by Dee Gruber)
• Motion to adjourn at 7:31 pm (seconded by Celia Pinzi)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for August 13 was cancelled. The body will not meet in December and will resume meetings on January 7, 2026.

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will hold its regular meeting to welcome a new dispatcher and hear the acting director’s report. The board will also consider public comments and adjourn for an executive session on personnel matters.

• Welcome new dispatcher to the Emergency Reporting System
• Acting director’s report (attached) reviewed

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission canceled its regular meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Harriet North Room at West Haven City Hall. No decisions or discussions occurred due to the cancellation.

Seniors Commission

The Seniors Commission meets to review the June 2025 minutes, hear public input, and receive reports from the Director and Commissioners. Updates include the Senior Highlights Newsletter, Savin Rock Festival outreach, and ongoing projects like the Molloy School conversion and MySeniorCenter (MSC) membership renewal. No decisions were made; the meeting focused on progress reports and future plans.

• MySeniorCenter (MSC) membership renewal began on 07/01/2025 with new key tags for active members
• 35 individuals signed up for the monthly Senior Highlights Newsletter during Savin Rock Festival outreach
• MSC kiosk sleep mode issue reported to City’s IT for firewall-related resolution
• WHSC seeks USPS prepaid stamp permit for monthly newsletter mailing to improve efficiency
• Lunch & Learn events held at Union School, John Prete, and Morrissey Manor to discuss department services

The West Haven Seniors Commission met on August 12, 2025 and discussed various topics such as a potential mammogram van, wellness events, and a senior housing need. No formal approvals, denials, or policy actions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. after a motion was made and seconded.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting on August 12, 2025, at 5:30 pm in Council Chambers to discuss personnel matters.

• Special meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025
• Meeting location: Council Chambers
• Agenda item: Personnel discussion

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will discuss progress, open items, and the budget for the Washington School project. The committee is tasked with reviewing and acting upon a series of vendor invoices and FF&E items.

• Review of Washington School State Project No. 21IDASY156142N0621
• Invoice for Gilbane in the amount of $288,804.70
• Invoices for Kompan totaling $496,330.16
• Invoices for Red Thread totaling $513,014.46
• Savin Rock Roof Replacement invoice for Antinozzi for $15,800.00

The West Haven High School Building Committee approved the meeting agenda and the July 8, 2025 minutes unanimously. It approved numerous vendor invoices, including a Gilbane invoice for $288,804.70, and denied a Hinding Tennis invoice for $9,011.00. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Hinding Tennis invoice $9,011.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Gilbane invoice $288,804.70 (unanimous)
• Approved Antinozzi invoice $20,240.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Nadler invoice $23,500.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Modular invoice $39,600.00 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission is reviewing responses to an RFP for the April Street Dock SHIPP Grant. The body is also discussing a proposed scope of work to study water depth and shoreline conditions at The Haven site.

• Review of RFP responses from GZA Geo Environmental, INC and RACE Coastal Engineering for RFQ No. 2025-79 April Street Dock
• Proposed scope of work for shoreline and water depth analysis at The Haven site
• Update on Connecticut DEEP meeting regarding Compost Site access under the 95 Bridge

The Harbor Management Commission approved the minutes from the May 7 2025 meeting. The commission then adjourned the August 6 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed grant applications for the April Street boat launch, a shoreline study at the Haven site, and other project updates, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved May 7 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review monthly reports for animal control, attendance, and traffic management from June 2025. The meeting includes a discussion on the Special Olympics Connecticut event scheduled for September 14-15, 2025. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel.

• June 2025 Animal Control Report
• June 2025 Attendance Report
• June 2025 Traffic Management Report
• Special Olympics Connecticut (September 14-15, 2025)
• Executive session regarding personnel

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the Special Olympics Connecticut event for September 14‑15, 2025. They also approved the Folks on Spokes event for September 14, 2025. In addition, the board approved the permanent closure of Boylston Street at Abner Street, using $1.8 M state funding for sidewalk, fencing, and barrier improvements.

• Accepted Special Olympics Connecticut event (Sept 14‑15, 2025) – motion carried unanimously
• Accepted Folks on Spokes event (Sept 14, 2025) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved permanent road closure of Boylston Street at Abner Street – motion carried unanimously

ARPA Committee

The ARPA Committee is meeting to discuss an updated spending plan and project list. The body is reviewing several invoices for payment across various city projects.

• Hinding Tennis invoices for $91,174.54 and $63,988.00
• Miracle Concerts invoice for $14,000.00
• WB Mason quote for $14,100.00
• Century Protective Services invoices totaling $31,488.76
• Storm Water Management Problem Areas funding of $1,970,000 + $492,912.00

The ARPA Committee unanimously approved the $3,000,000 Storm Water Management total. It also approved a series of invoices ranging from $350 to $91,174.54 for various city projects. All motions were passed without dissent.

• Approved $4,379 invoice to Carmody (unanimous)
• Approved $1,875 invoice to Wizard Painting (unanimous)
• Approved $1,842.75 invoice to Utility Communications (unanimous)
• Approved $91,174.54 invoice to Hinding Tennis (unanimous)
• Approved $14,000 invoice to Miracle Concerts (unanimous)
• Approved $22,896 invoice to Northeast Rescue Systems (unanimous)
• Approved $3,150 invoice to UHY Advisors (unanimous)
• Approved $7,579.08 invoice to Century Protective Service (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to deliberate on two specific cases. One scheduled case has been cancelled because the complainant is moving.

• Deliberation on Case #25-006
• Deliberation on Case #25-007
• Cancellation of Case #25-005

City Council

The City Council will discuss several financial amendments, including a large bond for pump stations and a budget shift for police cameras. The body is also reviewing property sales and labor agreements.

• Bond ordinance of $29,800,000 for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations
• Capital budget amendment to create a $1,150,609 project for Axon Body and Dash Cameras
• Sale of 1185 and 1189 Campbell Avenue to Savin Rock Communities, Inc. for $50,000
• Tentative Agreement with Communication Workers of America, AFL-CIO Local 1103 (2024-2028)
• Transfer of $143,300 for sidewalk improvements on Benham Hill Road, Morgan Lane, and Shingle Hill Road

The council unanimously approved several finance and public‑service items. It adopted a $1,150,609 budget for Axon body‑camera and dash‑camera equipment and made related reductions to other capital projects. The city also approved the sale of two Campbell Avenue parcels for $50,000, waived permitting fees for the September Special Olympics bocce competition, and ratified a tentative labor agreement with the Communication Workers of America. Additionally, the council re‑appointed two members to the Fair Rent Commission, approved animal‑shelter donations, and denied a title transfer for 164 Roosevelt Avenue.

• Approved $1,150,609 Axon Body Cameras and Dash Cameras project (unanimous)
• Approved reductions to capital budget: Police vehicles $250,609, DPW vehicle purchase $100,000, DPW equipment $100,000, Traffic Control Signals $100,000, WPCA Outfall $300,000, Plant Hardening $300,000 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 1185 Campbell Ave (0.25‑acre) and 1189 Campbell Ave (0.18‑acre) to West Haven Housing Authority for $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of all permitting fees for Special Olympics Connecticut Fall Festival Bocce Competition, Sept 13‑14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved tentative agreement with Communication Workers of America Local 1103 (term July 1, 2024‑June 30, 2028) (unanimous)
• Approved re‑appointment of Steven R. Mullins to Fair Rent Commission (2‑year term) (unanimous)
• Approved re‑appointment of Effie Prokopis to Fair Rent Commission (2‑year term) (unanimous)
• Denied transfer of title for 164 Roosevelt Avenue (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several financial matters, including a large bond for pump stations and a budget amendment for police cameras. The body is also reviewing property sales and appointments to the Fair Rent Commission.

• Bond ordinance of $29,800,000 for Dawson Avenue and East Avenue pump stations
• Sale of 1185 and 1189 Campbell Avenue to Savin Rock Communities, Inc. for $50,000
• Capital budget amendment to create a $1,150,609 project for Axon Body and Dash Cameras
• Tentative Agreement with Communication Workers of America, AFL-CIO Local 1103
• Transfer of $143,300 for sidewalk improvements on Benham Hill Road, Morgan Lane, and Shingle Hill Road

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 2-year moratorium on convenience stores, 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs. The body will also review a special permit for a soccer venue expansion and a request for a project extension.

• Proposed 2-year moratorium on convenience stores, 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs
• Special Permit for soccer venue expansion at 150 Front Avenue
• 5-year extension request for 291 Campbell Avenue, 313 Campbell Avenue, 315 Campbell Avenue, and 288 Washington Avenue

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a two‑year moratorium on new convenience stores, 24‑hour stores and smoke shops citywide (File #25‑032). It also approved a special permit for 150 Front Avenue with specific operating hours and conditions (File #SP 25‑31) by a 5‑0 vote. An 18‑month extension of permits for 291, 313, 315 Campbell Avenue and 288 Washington Avenue was approved by a 4‑1 vote. The minutes of the July 8, 2025 meeting were adopted.

• Approved moratorium on convenience stores, 24‑hour stores, and smoke shops for 2 years (File #25‑032)
• Approved special permit for 150 Front Avenue with 8 p.m. outside/10 p.m. inside weekdays, 11 p.m. weekends, indoor food only, landscaping and parking plans – vote 5‑0 (File #SP 25‑31)
• Approved 18‑month extension of permits for 291, 313, 315 Campbell Ave. and 288 Washington Ave. to April 25 2028 – vote 4‑1 (Sullivan opposed)
• Approved minutes of the July 8, 2025 meeting

West Haven High School Building Committee

The July 22, 2025 Regular Meeting of the West Haven High School Building Committee has been cancelled. The committee reported having no new business to conduct.

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will meet to review minutes from May 21, 2025, and receive subcommittee reports. The agenda consists of procedural items and general business.

• Review of May 21, 2025 minutes
• Development subcommittee report
• Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittee report

Fair Rent Commission

The regular meeting of the Fair Rent Commission scheduled for July 15, 2025, has been cancelled.

Economic Development Commission

The commission will meet to provide an economic development update and discuss new business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for July 9 has been cancelled. The body will not meet in August or December, resuming meetings on January 7, 2026.

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 9, at 6:00 PM has been cancelled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review an introduction to the Downtown Municipal Development Plan. Colliers Engineering & Design will lead a visioning discussion regarding future zoning for the downtown area.

• Introduction to the Downtown Municipal Development Plan by Colliers Engineering & Design
• Visioning discussion on future downtown zoning

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission met on July 8, 2025. Staff gave updates on the Downtown Municipal Development Plan and two property issues, but no formal actions were taken on those items. Commissioner Sullivan moved to adjourn, the motion was seconded, and it passed.

• Motion to adjourn passed

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review department reports and financial records. The agenda includes a public session and an executive session.

• Approval of May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of finance, invoices, and revenue
• Report of the Fire Chief
• Report of the Fire Marshal

The board approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It agreed to place a quarter‑page advertisement in the Connecticut Fire Photographers Association anniversary book. Motions were made to sell the C9 and Connex building, to paint the Admiral Street station stairway and hallway, and to extend the current captain’s list, but the minutes do not record the outcomes of those motions. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (outcome recorded as approved)
• Agreed to place a quarter‑page ad in the fire photographers’ anniversary book
• Motion to sell the C9 and Connex building (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to prime and paint Admiral Street station stairway, hallway, and bunk room (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to extend the current captain’s list for another year (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to go into Executive Session (outcome: session entered)
• Motion to return to Regular Session (outcome: session resumed)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (outcome: meeting adjourned)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The committee will discuss progress and open items for the Washington School project. Members are tasked with reviewing the project budget and approving several vendor quotes and invoices.

• Vancord quote #17086 for $22,895.00
• Y&S Technologies quote #MF-1960 for $262,055.60
• Hinding Tennis quote dated 6-17-25 for $9,011.00
• Invoice review including Gilbane ($442,081.98) and Red Thread ($65,730.15)
• Discussion of fence along Brown St (OS-061 Bulletin #9 Part I)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to discuss training reports from May and June 2025. The agenda includes reports from the Chief, Deputy Chief, and the Pension committee, as well as an executive session regarding personnel.

• Review of Training Report for May and June 2025
• Report of the Pension committee
• Executive session regarding personnel

The commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. A motion to enter executive session was made, seconded, and the session began at 7:05 PM. The regular meeting reconvened and was adjourned at 7:28 PM after a motion to adjourn was made and seconded.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (motion passed, session began 7:05 PM)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, adjourned 7:28 PM)

ARPA Committee

The committee will discuss an updated ARPA spending plan and project list. The meeting includes action items for various vendor payments across infrastructure, public safety, and community projects.

• Payments to Northeast Rescue Systems for FD Training totaling $280,862
• Payments to Hinding Tennis for Painter Park Tennis Courts totaling $180,582.57
• Payments to Cerilli Construction and Laydon Industries LLC for Storm Water Management
• Payment of $95,000 to Splash Kings for Youth Programs
• Payment of $11,780 to Milestone for Vietnam Veterans Memorial Expansion Construction

The West Haven ARPA Committee approved a series of invoices covering park improvements, storm‑water work, and other city projects, all by unanimous vote. Each motion to approve the listed purchase orders was adopted without dissent. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:10 PM.

• Approved $650.00 invoice to UHY (PO #630425586) – Unanimous
• Approved $6,335.00 invoice to Carmody (PO #604585) – Unanimous
• Approved $300.00 invoice to Jow Films LLC (PO #1174) – Unanimous
• Approved $2,750.00 invoice to Wizard Painting for wooden playground stain – Unanimous
• Approved $850.00 invoice to Signlite for Morse Park Field Dog sign – Unanimous
• Approved $11,780.00 invoice for Vietnam Veterans Memorial expansion – Unanimous
• Approved $43,440.42 invoice to Laydon Industries LLC for storm‑water management – Unanimous
• Approved $10,000.00 invoice to Emergency Services Consulting – Unanimous

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 1, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five special permit applications. The body will also consider a proposal for building demolition and new office construction at 15 Glade Street.

• Special permit for car paint wholesale storage at 163 Orange Avenue
• Special permit and site plan review for two industrial storage/rental buildings at 340 Front Avenue
• Special permit and site plan review for retail and outside storage at 31 Elm Street
• Special permit for a building addition and new facade at 610 Campbell Avenue
• Demolition and new office construction at 15 Glade Street by West Haven Housing Authority

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a series of special permits and site‑plan reviews for properties on Orange Avenue, Front Avenue, Elm Street, Campbell Avenue, and Wagner Place. It also approved the demolition of existing structures and construction of a new office building at 15 Glade Street for the West Haven Housing Authority, a project estimated at $3‑4 million. All motions passed during the meeting.

• Approved Special Permit for 163 Orange Avenue (File SP 25-20)
• Approved Special Permit and Site Plan for 340 Front Avenue (Files SP 25-23, SR 25-24, CSP 25-25) with parking restriction condition
• Approved Special Permit and Site Plan for 31 Elm Street (Files SP 25-26, SR 25-27)
• Approved Special Permit for 610 Campbell Avenue (Files SP 25-28, VDO)
• Approved Special Permit for 19 Wagner Place (File SP 25-29)
• Approved demolition and new office building project at 15 Glade Street (File SR 25-30)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The West Haven Fire District Allingtown is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Executive session regarding personnel

West Haven High School Building Committee

The June 24, 2025 Regular Meeting of the West Haven High School Building Committee has been cancelled. The committee has no new business to conduct.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several financial transfers, including a $2.2 million shift to the Workers Compensation Internal Service Fund. The body is also reviewing the sale of two Campbell Avenue properties and the assignment of delinquent tax liens.

• Transfer of $2,200,000 from Medical Internal Service Fund to Workers Compensation Internal Service Fund
• Sale of 1185 and 1189 Campbell Avenue to West Haven Housing Authority for $50,000
• Neighborhood Assistance Program budget: $15,000 for West Haven Child Development Center, $24,500 for Ward Heitmann House Museum Foundation, and $20,000 for West Haven Community House
• Sale and assignment of delinquent tax liens to Tower Capital Management
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 178 of the City Code regarding Posting of Bills

The West Haven City Council approved the assignment of $1,109,367.75 in delinquent tax liens to Tower Capital Management for $1,245,796.25. It also approved large fund transfers: $2,200,000 from the Medical Internal Services Fund to the Workers Compensation Fund and $346,029 from Unallocated Contingency to the Town Aid Road account. Additional actions included approving animal‑shelter donations, appointing Paula Cappuccia to the Seniors Commission, and adopting the meeting minutes and agenda changes.

• Approved meeting minutes from June 9, 2025 (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Amended agenda to add Melton to Personnel & Civil Service Committees (unanimous)
• Approved sale and assignment of delinquent tax liens to Tower Capital Management for $1,245,796.25 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $2,200,000 from Medical Internal Services Fund (603) to Workers Compensation Fund (602) (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $346,029 from Unallocated Contingency to Town Aid Road account (unanimous)
• Approved animal shelter donations (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Paula Cappuccia, RN, to West Haven Seniors Commission (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for sale of two Campbell Avenue properties to West Haven Housing Authority (hearing scheduled, not yet approved)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several financial transfers, including a $2.2 million shift to the Workers Compensation Internal Service Fund. The body is also reviewing the sale of two Campbell Avenue properties and the assignment of delinquent tax liens.

• Sale of 1185 and 1189 Campbell Avenue to West Haven Housing Authority for $50,000
• Transfer of $2,200,000 from Medical Internal Service Fund to Workers Compensation Internal Service Fund
• Neighborhood Assistance Program budget: $15,000 for West Haven Child Development Center, $24,500 for Ward Heitmann House Museum Foundation, and $20,000 for West Haven Community House
• Sale and assignment of delinquent tax liens to Tower Capital Management
• Ordinance amending Chapter 178 of the Code of the City of West Haven regarding Posting of Bills

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider several requests for zoning variances. These include a proposal by the West Haven Housing Authority for new administrative and maintenance buildings and multiple residential requests for setback and coverage adjustments.

• 75 Glade Street: Request for lot coverage, setback, and parking variances for new West Haven Housing Authority administrative and maintenance buildings
• 43 Baggott Street: Request for setback and building coverage variances to construct a single family dwelling
• 325 Beach Street: Request for building coverage variance to construct a new detached garage
• 99 Laurel Street: Request for side yard setback variance to convert an attached garage to living space
• 86 Noble Street: Request for side yard setback variance to convert a deck to living space

The board approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. It denied a rear‑yard setback request for 102 Mohawk Drive, continued the side‑yard setback request for 86 Noble Street, and approved variances for 99 Laurel Street, 325 Beach Street, 15 Glade Street, and 43 Baggott Street. The 15 Glade Street approval allows the West Haven Housing Authority to construct new administrative and maintenance buildings. All motions were passed after roll‑call votes.

• Approved minutes of May 21, 2025 meeting (Porto motion, Greenberg seconded)
• Denied 102 Mohawk Drive rear‑yard setback variance (File #018-25 V)
• Continued 86 Noble Street side‑yard setback variance (File #034-25 V)
• Approved 99 Laurel Street side‑yard setback variance (File #035-25 V)
• Approved 325 Beach Street garage building‑coverage variance (File #036-25 V)
• Approved 15 Glade Street administrative and maintenance building variance (File #037-35 V)
• Approved 43 Baggott Street single‑family dwelling variance (File #038-25 V)

Energy Commission

The regular meeting of the Energy Commission scheduled for June 18, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to review minutes from May 20, 2025. The agenda includes reports from the Commissioner and the Health Director.

• Review of May 20, 2025 minutes
• Commissioner’s Report
• Health Director’s Report

The board accepted the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. The mission statement was tabled and will be revisited in August. Wellness walks will begin on the Boardwalk every two weeks, with a health advisor and department staff present. The meeting was adjourned at 7:06 pm.

• Accepted May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Celia Pinzi, seconded by Jonathan Jones)
• Mission statement tabled, to be revisited in August
• Scheduled biweekly wellness walks on the Boardwalk with health advisor and staff
• Adjourned meeting at 7:06 pm (motion by Dee Gruber, seconded by Jonathan Jones)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to deliberate on Case #25-004 and the rescheduled Case #25-005. The body will also meet with legal counsel Michael Todd Taylor, Esq.

• Deliberation of Case #25-004
• Deliberation of Case #25-005 (Rescheduled)
• Meeting with legal counsel Michael Todd Taylor, Esq
• Report of Sub-Committee

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The West Haven Inland Wetlands Agency will meet to discuss a proposal for two industrial buildings. The agency will review the project's impact on the inland wetland upland review area.

• Proposed construction of two industrial buildings (12,000sf and 10,800sf) at 340 Front Avenue by OLLO, LLC

The agency approved File #001-25 IW for two industrial buildings on 340 Front Avenue, requiring the removal of an existing fence from the Housing Authority property and prohibiting its placement within the wetland area. The meeting minutes from May 20, 2025 were also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 6:54 P.M.

• Approved File #001-25 IW with fence removal condition (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2025 meeting (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:54 P.M. (motion passed)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review May 2025 reports for animal control, attendance, and traffic management. The meeting includes a scheduled executive session regarding personnel.

• Animal Control Report (May 2025)
• Attendance Report (May 2025)
• Traffic Management Report (May 2025)
• Executive session regarding personnel

The Board added Item 9.1 for temporary Spring Street closures and accepted the amended agenda and the June 3, 2025 minutes, all unanimously. It approved a temporary Spring Street closure for a culvert‑cleaning operation, with the date to be determined. The Commissioners then entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters before adjourning the meeting.

• Added Item 9.1 for temporary Spring Street closures (unanimous)
• Accepted the agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Spring Street closure for culvert cleaning operation (date TBD) (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to provide an economic development update and review the results of Restaurant Week. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and general updates.

• Economic Development Update
• Restaurant Week debrief

The West Haven Economic Development Commission accepted the amended minutes of the June 11 meeting by a unanimous vote. The session also provided updates on upcoming events, community investment grants, and various development projects. A suggestion was made to notify the commission of ribbon‑cutting announcements, and staff will follow up on that. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved amended minutes (unanimous)

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will meet to review the ERS Director’s Report. The agenda includes time for public comment and a scheduled executive session regarding personnel.

• ERS Director’s Report
• Executive session regarding personnel

Commissioner Butler moved to enter executive session, seconded by Chairman Bruneau; the motion passed unanimously. Later, Commissioner Butler moved to adjourn, seconded by Commissioner Suggs; that motion also passed unanimously. No other business was conducted.

• Enter executive session – motion passed unanimously (motion by Butler, seconded by Bruneau)
• Adjourn meeting – motion passed unanimously (motion by Butler, seconded by Suggs)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two special permit requests. One involves zoning amendments for hazardous materials and warehousing, and the other concerns a specific business use at 96 Elm Street.

• Proposed zoning amendments to allow Hazardous Material and Warehousing as a Special Permit use in the RCPD district (ZR #25-21)
• Special Permit application for a non-boarding pet grooming facility at 96 Elm Street (SP #25-22)

The commission approved the proposed amendment to the zoning regulations to allow hazardous material and warehousing as a special‑permit use in the Planned Residential Commercial District, removing the transportation heading about tractor‑trailer traffic. The commission also approved a special permit for a pet grooming salon in the Neighborhood Business District. The minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved zoning amendment File #ZR 25-21 (hazardous material and warehousing) minus transportation heading (passed)
• Approved special permit File #SP 25-22 for pet grooming facility (passed)
• Approved minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting (passed)
• Closed public hearing on File #ZR 25-21 (passed)
• Closed public hearing on File #SP 25-22 (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Seniors Commission

The commission is discussing the implementation of the MySeniorCenter (MSC) program and updating membership applications. The body is also reviewing a new membership policy, code of conduct, and liability waiver intended for use by July 1, 2025.

• Implementation of MySeniorCenter (MSC) Key Tag sign-in and programming system
• Drafting of West Haven Senior Center Membership Policy, Code of Conduct, and Liability Waiver
• Review of June events including blood pressure screenings and nutrition education
• Status update on the DOT Section 5310 Grant Program
• Status update on the Molloy School conversion to West Haven Senior Center

The West Haven Seniors Commission approved the minutes from the May 11, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 8:16 p.m., also by unanimous vote. No other actions were decided.

• Approved May 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 p.m. (unanimous)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025, was canceled due to scheduling conflicts.

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will discuss progress and the budget for the Washington School project. The committee is seeking action on modular removal quotes and the approval of several vendor invoices.

• Mobile Modular Return Quote #47001525 for $39,600.00
• Vancord Quote #16912 for $13,471.68
• Gilbane invoice #202505-J293 for $973,635.93
• Vancord invoice #33627 for $87,140.36
• Y&S Technologies invoice #16523 for $54,508.60

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several funding applications and budget additions for infrastructure and community programs. This includes requests for state funding for safety and bridge projects and additions to the Capital Improvement Plan for paving.

• Application for up to $2,500,000 for the Wagner Pedestrian Bridge Project
• Application for up to $2,000,000 for the School Streetscapes and Safety Project
• Proposed $927,000 and $345,000 additions for 'Paving' in the FY 2024-2025 and FY 2025-2026 Capital Budgets
• Neighborhood Assistance Program budget for West Haven Child Development Center ($15,000), Ward Heitmann House Museum Foundation ($24,500), and West Haven Community House ($20,000)
• Bid waiver for purchase of used vehicles valued at $35,000 or less for FY 2025-2026

The City Council unanimously approved applications to the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development for up to $2 million for the School Streetscapes and Safety Project and up to $2.5 million for the Wagner Pedestrian Bridge Project. It also authorized LOCIP paving funds of $926,918.73 for FY 2024‑2025 and $341,411.40 for FY 2025‑2026, and approved a bid waiver to purchase used vehicles costing $35,000 or less. Minutes from the May 12 and May 27 meetings were approved.

• Approved application for up to $2,000,000 School Streetscapes and Safety Project (unanimous)
• Approved application for up to $2,500,000 Wagner Pedestrian Bridge Project (unanimous)
• Authorized LOCIP “Paving” funds $926,918.73 for FY 2024‑2025 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized LOCIP “Paving” funds $341,411.40 for FY 2025‑2026 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver for purchase of used vehicles $35,000 or less (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, 2 abstentions)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, 2 abstentions)

City Council

The City Council will discuss funding applications for school streetscapes and a pedestrian bridge. The body is also reviewing budget allocations for neighborhood assistance and paving projects.

• Application for up to $2,000,000 for the School Streetscapes and Safety Project
• Application for up to $2,500,000 for the Wagner Pedestrian Bridge Project
• Request to add $927,000 and $345,000 for paving to the FY 2024-2025 and FY 2025-2026 Capital Budgets
• Neighborhood Assistance Program budget for West Haven Child Development Center ($15,000), Ward Heitmann House Museum Foundation ($24,500), and West Haven Community House ($20,000)
• Bid waiver for used vehicle purchases of $35,000 or less for FY 2025-2026

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission meeting scheduled for June 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

Water Pollution Control Commission

The commission will meet to review minutes from the May 7, 2025, meeting. No specific new or old business items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The Water Pollution Control Commission voted to approve the incinerator permit, with all members in favor. The commission also approved the May meeting minutes. A discussion was held about a FEMA grant for the wall, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved incinerator permit (all in favor)
• Approved May minutes (all in favor)
• Motion to adjourn passed (all in favor)

ARPA Committee

The committee will discuss an updated ARPA spending plan and project list. Members are asked to take action on various invoices and estimates for city infrastructure, parks, and public safety projects.

• Minigolf Course Proposal from New England Recreation Group for $350,000 (split between Parks Fund and Youth Programs)
• Hinding Tennis invoice for $661,600.00 and a change order for $27,392.00
• Storm Water Management payments to Cerilli Construction totaling $71,210.00
• Forge Fire & Company invoice for $23,900.00 for fire districts
• Dant Clayton invoice for $87,500.00 for bleacher repair at Veterans Field

The West Haven ARPA Committee approved a series of project invoices and proposals, all by unanimous vote. Approvals covered infrastructure such as a $661,600 tennis court, $87,500 bleacher repairs, and a $387,130 minigolf course proposal. Additional approvals included storm‑water management funding, fire district expenses, and a $2,696.77 housing grant invoice.

• Approved $661,600 Hinding Tennis invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $87,500 Bleacher Repair at Veterans Field invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $387,130 Minigolf Course proposal (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000,000 Storm Water Management total (unanimous)
• Approved $2,696.77 Campbell Commons housing grant invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $14,112 West Shore Fire Department reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved $2,891.00 Carmody invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $4,025.00 UHY invoice (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The regular meeting of the City of West Haven Fair Rent Commission scheduled for June 3, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review reports from the Chief and Deputy Chief. The meeting includes discussions on upcoming fireworks and infrastructure updates at the boat ramp.

• Fireworks scheduled for July 3, 2025 (rain date July 5)
• Boat Ramp hump and fencing installation
• April 2025 Animal Control Report
• Personnel discussion in Executive Session

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners unanimously accepted the agenda and the minutes from the May 20 meeting. They approved a fireworks display on July 3, 2025, with a rain‑date of July 5, and also approved installation of a hump and fencing at the boat ramp. The board entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters and then adjourned the meeting.

• Accepted agenda (unanimously)
• Accepted minutes from May 20, 2025 meeting (unanimously)
• Approved fireworks event July 3, 2025, rain date July 5, 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved boat ramp hump and fencing installation (unanimously)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to conduct a policy review. The body will also address old business regarding Quigley Stadium.

• Policy Review
• Quigley Stadium discussion

The commission approved the May meeting minutes, amended. The annual budget was approved for the year. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May meeting minutes (as amended)
• Approved annual budget for the year

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application from the University of New Haven. The university is requesting to rezone several parcels of land to the Educational Facilities District.

• Public hearing for University of New Haven rezoning application #ZM 25-14
• Proposed rezoning of 1129, 1131, 1081, 1083, and 1237 Campbell Avenue
• Proposed rezoning of 252 and 403 Orange Avenue
• Proposed rezoning of 445 and 467 Old Orange Avenue
• Proposed rezoning of 31 Ruden Place, 20 Atwood Place, 1 Forest Road, 55 Forest Road, and Woodside Street Aband

The commission approved University of New Haven’s application to rezone 14 parcels to the Educational Facilities District (File #ZM 25-14). It also approved the removal of a driveway at 36 East Avenue and ordered a notice of non‑compliance for 337 Main Street. The meeting was recessed, entered executive session, and then adjourned.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Closed public hearing on File #ZM 25-14 (passed)
• Approved UNH rezoning of 14 parcels (File #ZM 25-14) (passed)
• Entered executive session (passed)
• Added agenda item to issue cease and desist for 36 East Ave driveway (passed)
• Approved removal of driveway at 36 East Ave (passed)
• Ordered notice of non‑compliance for 337 Main St (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and committee discussions regarding the sale of a 3.2-acre former playground to the University of New Haven. The body is also reviewing tax lists and a request to add funds to the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Proposed sale of North End Field (1101 Campbell Avenue and former Baggot Street playground) to UNH for $500,000.00
• Request to add $76,109.04 for 'Public Facilities' to the FY 2024-2025 Capital Budget
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 178 of the City Code regarding Posting of Bills
• Review of the Tax Suspense List for Grand List 2021
• Communication regarding overpayment of refunds for May 2025

The council approved the sale of the 3.2‑acre North End Field and Baggott Street playground to the University of New Haven for $500,000, with a 7‑1 vote. It also authorized the transfer of $1,026,853.41 in uncollectible taxes to the Suspense Tax Book and added $76,109.04 for the “Public Facilities” LOCIP project to the FY 2024‑2025 capital budget. Additional actions included approving the May 12 meeting minutes, removing MARB updates from the agenda, and adjourning the meeting.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Removed MARB meeting updates from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $1,026,853.41 uncollectible taxes to Suspense Tax Book (unanimous)
• Approved $76,109.04 addition to LOCIP “Public Facilities” project (unanimous)
• Approved sale of North End Field (3.2 acres) to UNH for $500,000 (7‑1)
• Authorized Mayor Dorinda Borer to execute sale documents (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to sell North End Field, a 3.2-acre former playground, to the University of New Haven for $500,000. The council will also consider approving minutes, communications, and committee reports, including an ordinance amendment on peddling and soliciting.

• Public hearing on selling North End Field (3.2 acres, including 1101 Campbell Avenue and former Baggot Street playground) to University of New Haven for $500,000
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2025 meeting
• Authorization to add LOCIP project 'Public Facilities' ($76,109.04) to Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 174 (Peddling and Soliciting)
• Approval of $8,267.91 in Animal Shelter donations

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a Modify Suspense Report regarding 2023 motor vehicle taxes. The report lists numerous individual and business accounts identified as uncollectible.

• Review of uncollectible 2023 motor vehicle tax bills
• Identification of accounts as uncollectible for various residents and businesses

West Haven High School Building Committee

The regular meeting of the West Haven High School Building Committee scheduled for May 27, 2025, has been cancelled. The committee reported having no new business to conduct.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider 14 different applications. The board is deciding on various zoning variances for residential construction and two special use exceptions for short-term rentals.

• Special Use Exception for short-term rental at 792 Ocean Avenue
• Special Use Exception for short-term rental at 50 Brook Lane
• Variance for accessory apartment at 43 Chestnut Street
• Lot line adjustments and variances for 106 Forest Road and 98 Forest Road
• Building coverage and setback variances for 1 Dartwell Avenue and 168 Collis Street

The board denied the special‑use exception for a short‑term rental at 792 Ocean Avenue by a 4‑No to 1‑Abstain vote. It approved variances for 102 Mohawk Drive (continued), 106 Forest Road, 98 Forest Road, 1 Dartwell Avenue, and 168 Collis Street (with a one‑year completion condition). The meeting minutes from April 16, 2025 were also approved.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Continued File #018-25 V (102 Mohawk Drive) – vote 4‑1
• Approved File #022-25 V (106 Forest Road) – vote 5‑0
• Approved File #023-25 V (98 Forest Road) – vote 5‑0
• Approved File #019-25 V (1 Dartwell Avenue) – vote 5‑0
• Approved File #019-25 V (168 Collis Street) with one‑year completion condition – vote 5‑0
• Denied File #032-25 SUE (792 Ocean Avenue) – vote 4‑No, 1‑Abstain

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will meet to review minutes from April 16, 2025, and hear a presentation on the Energize Connecticut Community Partnership Initiative. The body will also receive reports from the Development and Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittees.

• Energize Connecticut Community Partnership Initiative presentation by Alysse Rodrigues
• Development subcommittee report
• Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittee report

The West Haven Energy Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. The commission also reported that the Energy Star Portfolio Manager account has been transferred back to city control and will be active for the commission by the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:21 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review reports from the Commissioner and Health Director. The board is also reviewing progress on its Mission, Vision, and Values statements.

• Review of March 18, 2025 minutes
• Commissioner’s Report
• Health Director’s Report
• Progress review of Board of Health Mission, Vision, and Values statements

The Board of Health voted to table the meeting minutes until the next meeting. The department's mission statement was also tabled until the next meeting. A motion to adjourn was made and adopted, ending the session at 7:20 p.m.

• Minutes tabled until next meeting
• Mission of department tabled until next meeting
• Adjournment motion adopted

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review departmental reports and discuss new business items. The meeting includes a public input session and an executive session regarding personnel.

• Traffic signal removal at Front Avenue & Spring Street
• Closer to Free Ride event on September 6, 2025
• Walnut Street Block Party on July 12, 2025
• Training Division, Traffic Management Unit, and Attendance reports

The commissioners unanimously accepted the agenda, the printed amendment to Item 9.1, and the minutes from the May 6 meeting. They approved the removal of the traffic signal at Front Avenue and Spring Street, with the chief noting engineers expect stop signs to improve flow. The board also unanimously entered an executive session with the mayor and city council to discuss HLL personnel before adjourning.

• Accepted printed amendment to Item 9.1 (unanimous)
• Accepted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from May 6 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved removal of traffic signal at Front Ave & Spring St (unanimous)
• Invited Mayor Borer and City Council into Executive Session (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss HLL personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The West Haven Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a public meeting to review a permit application from OLLO, LLC to construct two industrial buildings totaling 22,800 square feet at 340 Front Avenue. The project site is located in the inland wetland upland review area, and the agency will consider the application under Section 72 of the city's regulations.

• 340 Front Avenue: 22,800sf industrial buildings (12,000sf + 10,800sf) proposed by OLLO, LLC under inland wetlands upland review area rules
• File # 001-25 IW assigned to the application

The Inland Wetlands Agency approved the minutes from the October 15, 2024 meeting. Commissioners accepted File #001-25 IW, an application for two industrial buildings at 340 Front Avenue. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of Oct 15, 2024 (passed)
• Accepted File #001-25 IW for 340 Front Ave industrial project (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to review two specific cases and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also receive a report from a sub-committee.

• Case #25-001: Rehearing regarding a miscommunication between the Commission and the landlord
• Case #25-003: Motion to dismiss
• Approval of April 15 meeting minutes

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will receive a finance update and a budget update for fiscal year 2025-2026. The body will also review the monthly report for March 2025. These updates are presented by Finance Director Michael Gormany.

• FY 2025-2026 Budget Update
• March 2025 Monthly Report Update
• General Finance Update

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss new and old business. The agenda includes a scheduled executive session regarding personnel.

• Executive session regarding personnel

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to receive an economic development update and discuss the results of Restaurant Week. The body will also address the selection of commission officers.

• Restaurant Week debrief
• Economic Development update
• Selection of EDC Officers

The commission voted to accept the May 14 meeting minutes after a correction, and the motion carried. The commission also tabled the discussion about gathering restaurant owners' feedback on restaurant week. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion on restaurant‑week feedback

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

This is a regular meeting of the West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority. The agenda includes standard procedural items, public comments, and an executive session for personnel matters. No specific business items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session scheduled for personnel matters

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission has continued the public hearing on the University of New Haven's application to rezone multiple parcels to the Educational Facilities District from its May 13 meeting to May 28, 2025. No other business is scheduled for the May 13 meeting.

• Postponement of public hearing for UNH's rezoning application (ZM 25-14) to rezone 14 parcels including properties on Campbell Avenue, Orange Avenue, Forest Road, and others to EFD zone.

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission is discussing the rollout of MySeniorCenter (MSC) software, aiming for full operation by July 1, 2025, for annual membership fee renewals. New membership policies, a code of conduct, and a liability waiver are being drafted for the same date. The commission also reviewed upcoming May and June events, including a rescheduled bone health presentation and a CPR/AED/Narcan training on May 21.

• MySeniorCenter software delivery and IT setup; target go-live July 1, 2025 for annual membership renewal
• Drafting of new West Haven Senior Center Membership Policy, Code of Conduct, and Liability Waiver to take effect July 1, 2025
• Donna’s Destinations trip program: costs include admission, coach, gratuity; profits fund giveaway items, raffles, and promotional items
• CPR, AED and Narcan Training for residents scheduled for May 21, 2025 at City Hall’s Harriet North Room
• New Outreach & Activity Coordinator started March 31, 2025, to assist with activities and social services

The West Haven Seniors Commission approved the minutes from the March 11 and April 8, 2025 meetings. No members spoke during the public input period. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 7:35 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Accepted minutes of 11‑Mar‑2025 and 8‑Apr‑2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review department reports and finances. The agenda includes a discussion on new personnel and an executive session regarding the Admiral Street station.

• Discussion of new personnel
• Executive session regarding reactivation of Admiral Street station

The board approved the May 8 minutes after a motion by Commissioner Palumbo and a second by Commissioner Tappin. A motion to go into Executive Session was made by Commissioner Palumbo and seconded by Alternate Commissioner Brown, and it was approved. The board then returned to Regular Session by a motion from Commissioner Palumbo, seconded by Commissioner Diaz, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved acceptance of May 8 minutes (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Tappin)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Brown)
• Approved motion to return to Regular Session (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Diaz)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (motion by Diaz, seconded by Palumbo)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review and potentially approve invoices totaling over $2 million, discuss the removal of portables at Washington School, and consider action items related to furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The meeting also includes a project budget discussion and new business requiring a two-thirds vote.

• Invoice review: Gilbane $2,015,491.51, Antinozzi $16,683.80, Mobile Modular $4,538.00, Nadler $3,300 each, CSG $2,830.00, plus $46,539 reimbursement to Board of Education for ISG contract
• Washington School update: removal of furniture, portables, electrical, IT, and fire alarm apparatus serving portables
• Move management contract discussion for Washington School
• ATP log items: additional lighting at elevator shaft, catch basin alteration, floor scrubber machines, closure plate, fire alarm cellular communicator
• New business requiring a two-thirds vote

The West Haven High School Building Committee approved a series of vendor quotes and invoices, including a $39,600 modular removal quote and a $13,471.68 Vancord quote, all unanimously. The largest financial action was the approval of a Gilbane invoice for $973,635.93 related to school construction. Additional invoices and credit adjustments from various vendors were also approved without dissent. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 PM.

• Approved Mobile Modular removal quote $39,600 (unanimous)
• Approved Vancord quote $13,471.68 (unanimous)
• Approved Gilbane invoice #202505-J093 for $973,635.93 (unanimous)
• Approved Antinozzi invoice $21,036.89 (unanimous)
• Approved Tri State Materials invoice TSMT15599 $420.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Gilbane PCI code adjustments totaling -$162,953.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Y&S Technologies invoice $54,508.60 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously at 6:12 PM

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone several properties to the Educational Facilities District. The body will also discuss a proposal to sell a city-owned field to the university and a regulation change for spa uses.

• Application to rezone parcels including 1129, 1131, 108, 1083, and 1237 Campbell Avenue to the Educational Facilities District
• Application to rezone 252 and 403 Orange Avenue, 445 and 467 Old Orange Avenue, 31 Ruden Place, 20 Atwood Place, 1 and 55 Forest Road, and Woodside Street to the Educational Facilities District
• Proposed Zoning Regulation change to Table 39.2 to allow Spas in the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zone
• Proposal from Mayor Borer to sell North End Field, a 3.2 acre city-owned former playground, to the University of New Haven
• Discussion of Electric Vehicle Chargers

The commission approved the prior meeting minutes and closed the public hearing on a spa zoning request before approving that zoning change. It also closed the hearing on the Northend Field sale and sent a favorable recommendation to sell the city‑owned field to the University of New Haven. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing on spa zoning request File #ZR 25-15 (motion passed)
• Approved spa zoning change in the TOD district (File #ZR 25-15) (motion passed)
• Closed public hearing on Northend Field sale application (motion passed)
• Sent favorable recommendation to sell Northend Field to UNH (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the sale of two city-owned properties and ordinances regarding peddling and the posting of bills. The body is also reviewing the designation of an auditing firm for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

• Proposed sale of North End Field (1101 Campbell Avenue and former Baggot Street playground) to University of New Haven for $500,000.00
• Proposed sale of city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue to the Estate of Richard Shippy for $15,000.00
• Ordinance amending Chapter 174 of the City Code regarding Peddling and Soliciting
• Ordinance amending Chapter 178 of the City Code regarding Posting of Bills
• Request to designate PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP to conduct the annual audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025

The council unanimously approved an amendment to Chapter 174 of the city code governing peddling and soliciting. It also approved the sale of the vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue to the Estate of Richard Shippy for $15,000 by a majority vote. The council designated PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP to conduct the FY 2025 audit and approved $8,267.91 in animal‑shelter donations. Minutes from the April 28 and May 1 meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved amendment to Chapter 174 (Peddling and Soliciting) – unanimous vote
• Approved sale of 37 Myrtle Avenue to Estate of Richard Shippy for $15,000 – passed by majority (abstention and opposition noted)
• Designated PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP to conduct the FY 2025 audit – unanimous vote
• Approved $8,267.91 in animal shelter donations to be deposited – unanimous vote
• Approved minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting – unanimous vote
• Approved minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting – unanimous vote
• Set public hearing for proposed sale of North End Field to UNH on May 27, 2025 – scheduled
• Held ordinance amending Chapter 178 (Posting of Bills) – decision postponed (held)

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold public hearings on two land transactions: a $15,000 offer from the Estate of Richard Shippy to purchase a city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue, and a proposal to sell North End Field (3.2 acres) to the University of New Haven for $500,000. The council will also discuss an ordinance amending Chapter 174 on peddling and soliciting, and receive updates on finances and animal shelter donations.

• Proposal to sell North End Field (1101 Campbell Ave & former Baggot St playground) to UNH for $500,000
• Offer of $15,000 from the Estate of Richard Shippy to buy a city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue
• Public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 174 (Peddling and Soliciting)
• Request to designate PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP for the annual audit of FY ending June 30, 2025
• Finance updates and MARB meeting update from Finance Director Michael Gormany

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals is holding a special meeting to deliberate on matters related to the 2024 Grand List. No specific agenda items are listed beyond the notice and deliberations. This is a procedural meeting with no public hearings or votes on individual appeals detailed.

• No specific items listed; meeting is for general deliberations on the 2024 Grand List

Harbor Management Commission

The West Haven Harbor Management Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from March 5, receive an update on the April Street boat launch SHIPP grant application (with an RFP to be formed), and discuss a mayor-requested shoreline study by The Haven site, for which a provisional scope of work will be assembled.

• Approval of March 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on April Street boat launch SHIPP grant application
• Discussion of forming an RFP for boat launch scope of work
• Mayor's request for a shoreline study by The Haven site
• Assembly of a provisional scope of work for the shoreline study

The Harbor Management Commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the May 7 session was also made, seconded, and passed.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned the May 7, 2025 meeting (motion passed)

Water Pollution Control Commission

This is a regular monthly meeting of the Water Pollution Control Commission. The commission will review minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting and conduct elections for the Water Pollution Control Authority. No other business is scheduled, making the agenda mostly procedural.

• Review of minutes from the April 2, 2025 WPCC meeting
• Elections for the Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Commission voted unanimously to appoint William Canning as chairman and Stuart Rosenkrantz as vice chairman. No other substantive actions were recorded; the meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Elected William Canning as Chairman (unanimous decision)
• Elected Stuart Rosenkrantz as Vice Chairman (unanimous decision)

Fair Rent Commission

The City of West Haven Fair Rent Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 6:00 pm. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will hear routine monthly reports on attendance, animal control, and traffic for March 2025. They will also discuss a pension matter (Dave Moran) and consider approvals for the Memorial Day parade and a school walk-a-thon. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel issues and certification of the promotional exam list.

• Attendance Report — March 2025
• Animal Control Report — March 2025
• Traffic Management Unit Report — March 2025
• Pension: Dave Moran
• Memorial Day Parade — Monday, May 26, 2025

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the Memorial Day Parade for May 26, 2025, and the Saint Lawrence School Walk‑A‑Thon for May 9, 2025. It also voted unanimously to go into executive session to consider personnel matters and the certification of a promotional exam list. All other routine motions, including acceptance of minutes and agenda, were approved unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.

• Accepted minutes from April 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from cancelled April 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Memorial Day Parade on May 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Saint Lawrence School Walk‑A‑Thon on May 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session to discuss personnel and certification of promotional exam list (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:53 p.m. (unanimous)

ARPA Committee

The West Haven ARPA Committee will hear the Chairman's report including an updated ARPA spending plan and project list update. The committee will consider action on multiple vendor invoices for projects such as Parks improvements, Fire District upgrades, and a food bank budget revision. A list of closed ARPA tasks is also provided for information.

• Painter Park French drain project: invoice $2,490.00 to Ivy League
• Fire District Allingtown: invoices totaling $150,620.35 (WB Mason, Diversity Construction)
• Food Bank: budget revision moving $8,507.72 from telecommunications to salaries and fringe
• Painter Park Tennis Courts: work started, invoice $100,000.00 to Hinding Tennis
• Storm Water Management: invoices totaling $205,718.00 (SLR, WI Clark Company, Stantec)

The West Haven ARPA Committee approved a series of invoices and a budget reallocation, all with unanimous votes. Notable approvals included a $187,668 storm‑water management invoice and a $56,224.95 diversity construction invoice. The committee also moved $8,507.72 from telecommunications and indirect costs to salaries. All motions were adopted, with only a few members abstaining on two reimbursement items.

• Approved $187,668 Storm Water Management invoice (02503375) – unanimous
• Approved $56,224.95 Diversity Construction invoice – unanimous
• Approved $8,507.72 budget move from telecommunications to salaries – unanimous
• Approved $106,000 Painter Park Tennis Courts invoice – unanimous
• Approved $15,891 Boardwalk Monitoring Cameras invoice – unanimous
• Approved $15,946.42 Omni Data invoice – unanimous
• Approved $252.65 Home Depot reimbursement for Dorinda Borer – unanimous (Rohan Smith abstained)
• Approved $442.69 Home Depot reimbursement for Dorinda Borer – unanimous (Rohan Smith abstained)

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

This is a procedural meeting of the West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority. The only substantive item is an executive session on personnel matters. No other decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session for personnel discussion

The board voted to enter an executive session, which passed unanimously. Later, the board voted to adjourn the meeting, also passing unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider correspondence from Isaac Quinones, approve minutes from March 3, and hear a maintenance report. New business includes an expanded Audubon/Wildlife Guard at Sandy Point. Old business involves the sale of North End Field.

• Correspondence from Isaac Quinones
• Expanded Audubon/Wildlife Guard @ Sandy Point
• Sale of North End Field
• Approval of March 3, 2025 minutes
• Maintenance/Director's Report

The commission approved the March 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to deny Isaac Quinones’ request for a DJ at Painter Park, citing recent rule changes. Commissioners agreed to write a letter to Mayor Borer about possible uses of the $500,000 proceeds from the sale of North End Field.

• Approved March 3 minutes (motion approved)
• Denied DJ request for Painter Park picnic
• Commissioner Mays will write a letter to Mayor Borer regarding use of North End Field sale proceeds

City Council

The City Council will deliberate and take action on Mayor Dorinda Borer’s recommended budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The meeting includes setting the mill rate and determining if property taxes will be paid in quarterly installments.

• Action on FY 2025-2026 Recommended Budget
• Adoption of Mill Rate
• Appropriations and taxes for City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown
• Setting of Sewer Use fees and 5-Year Plans
• Proposal to allow property taxes to be paid in quarterly installments

The council voted 10‑2 to approve the FY 2025‑2026 fiscal budget, authorizing $187,129,817 in total city expenditures and setting the general mill rate at 25.58 mills. The resolution also approved specific allocations for the Allingtown Fire Department ($9,690,048) and sewer services ($14,273,940) and established related mill rates. It set the schedule for real‑estate tax and sewer fee payments in four quarterly installments. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved FY 2025‑2026 city budget of $187,129,817 (10‑2)
• Set general property mill rate at 25.58 mills (10‑2)
• Approved Allingtown Fire Department budget of $9,690,048 (10‑2)
• Set Allingtown Fire Department mill rate at 8.43 mills (10‑2)
• Approved sewer expenditures of $14,273,940 (10‑2)
• Set sewer use fee at $511 (10‑2)
• Established quarterly tax payment dates: July 1, Oct 1, Jan 1, Apr 1 (10‑2)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (all in favor)

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting with committee discussions and public comment. Key items from the April 14 agenda include a proposal to sell the 3.2-acre North End Field to the University of New Haven for $500,000, an offer to purchase a city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue for $15,000, and renewal of a lease with the Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club. The council will also consider ordinances amending chapters on peddling/soliciting, posting of bills, and the elderly tax freeze.

• Proposal to sell North End Field (including 1101 Campbell Ave and former Baggot St playground) to University of New Haven for $500,000
• Offer of $15,000 from Estate of Richard Shippy to purchase city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue
• Renewal of lease of city-owned property to Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club
• Ordinance amending Chapter 174 (Peddling and Soliciting)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 211, Article VIII (Elderly Tax Freeze)

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting and the amendment to Chapter 211 creating an Elderly Tax Freeze program. A majority vote approved a five‑year renewal of the lease with the Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club. Public hearings were scheduled for the Peddling and Soliciting ordinance and for the purchase offer of the 37 Myrtle Avenue lot, both on May 12, 2025. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 211, Article VIII – Elderly Tax Freeze (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of lease with Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club (majority)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance amending Chapter 174 (Peddling and Soliciting) on May 12, 2025 at 6:50 p.m.
• Set public hearing for purchase offer of 37 Myrtle Avenue lot on May 12, 2025 at 6:50 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

City Council

The West Haven City Council will consider several items carried over from the April 14 meeting, including a proposal to sell North End Field (two parcels) to the University of New Haven for $500,000, an offer to purchase a city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue for $15,000, and renewal of a lease with the Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club. A public hearing is scheduled for an ordinance amending the elderly tax freeze program. The council will also discuss amendments to ordinances on peddling and soliciting and the posting of bills.

• Proposed sale of North End Field (1101 Campbell Ave and former Baggot St playground) to University of New Haven for $500,000
• Offer of $15,000 from the Estate of Richard Shippy to purchase city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue
• Renewal of lease of city-owned property to Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club
• Ordinance amending Chapter 211, Article VIII: Elderly Tax Freeze (public hearing set)
• Ordinances amending Chapter 174 (Peddling and Soliciting) and Chapter 178 (Posting of Bills)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review several site plan and special permit applications. These include requests for commercial modifications, parking expansions, and new business uses.

• 855 Boston Post Road: Special Permit and Site Plan review for an indoor soccer venue with four synthetic turf fields and 100 parking spaces
• 528 Main Street: Application for 8 electric vehicle charging station hook ups
• 50 Industry Drive: Site Plan Review for an accessory building and outdoor living display area
• 172 Beatrice Drive: Application to widen a single drive to a double drive in the front yard
• 441 Derby Avenue: Modification to reduce parking from 20 to 17 spaces

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved three applications: EV charging stations at 528 Main Street with added parking and screening, a driveway expansion at 172 Beatrice Drive, and an accessory building at 50 Industry Drive. Two other applications were withdrawn by the owners, and the commission also approved the April 8 meeting minutes and adjourned the session.

• Approved EV charging station application (Files SP 25-003 & SR 25-004) with added parking space and increased fencing/screening; unanimous vote
• Approved driveway expansion at 172 Beatrice Drive (File SP 25-15); unanimous vote
• Approved accessory building and outdoor display at 50 Industry Drive (File SR 25-16); unanimous vote
• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes; motion passed
• Moved 44] Derby item to next agenda; motion passed
• Application for 441 Derby Avenue (File SR 25-17) withdrawn; no action taken
• Application for 855 Boston Post Road (Files SP 25-18 & SR 25-19) withdrawn; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 P.M.; motion passed

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee has cancelled its April 22, 2025 regular meeting because there is no new business to conduct. The announcement was made by the committee on April 18, 2025.

• Regular meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025 cancelled due to lack of new business

Energy Commission

The West Haven Energy Commission is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public input, and reports from subcommittees on development and clean energy outreach. No specific proposals, contracts, or decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2024
• Public input period
• Subcommittee report on Development
• Subcommittee report on Clean Energy Community Outreach

The Energy Commissioners accepted the meeting agenda without amendments and approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting, both by unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted agenda without amendments (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on April 16, 2025. Items include a continued request for solar panels visible from the street in the Village District Overlay, a special use exception for a home-based business, and multiple variance requests for lot size, setbacks, and lot line adjustments across residential and industrial districts. The board will vote on these applications.

• Continued: 587 Savin Avenue – solar panels visible from street in VDO district (File #001-25 V)
• 38 Antrim Street – special use exception for professional consulting business in R2 district (File #015-25 SUE)
• 50 Industry Drive – side yard setback variance from 25' to 4' for metal building in IPD district (File #021-25 V)
• 106 & 98 Forest Road – lot line adjustments and variances for lot size/frontage/coverage in R2 district (Files #022-25 V & #023-25 V)
• 1 Dartwell Avenue & 168 Collis Street – variances for lot size/width to build single-family homes in R3 district (Files #019-25 V & #021-25 V)

The board approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It denied the solar‑panel request for 587 Savin Avenue (5‑0). It approved the special‑use exception for 38 Antrim Street, the industrial variance for 50 Industry Drive, and the side‑yard/front‑yard variance for Fortunato Favia (each 5‑0).

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied 587 Savin Avenue solar panel request (5‑0)
• Approved 38 Antrim Street special‑use exception (5‑0)
• Approved 50 Industry Drive industrial variance (5‑0)
• Approved 024-25 V Fortunato Favia side‑yard/front‑yard variance (5‑0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting for routine procedural business, including approval of minutes and reports. The only substantive item is a discussion on progress updating the board's mission, vision, and values statements. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Review progress on Mission, Vision, and Values statements for BOH

Fair Rent Commission

The commission will deliberate on Case #25-02, continued from an April 1 hearing. They will also consider minutes, a sub-committee report, and new/old business. The case involves a complaint docket #25-002, with a notice sent to Mark Defeo.

• Deliberation on Case #25-02 (complaint docket #25-002)
• Approval of minutes from April 1 meeting
• Report of sub-committee
• New business items
• Old business items

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes, receive the March 2025 Traffic Management Report, and hear reports from the chief, deputy chief, and committees. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and certify a promotional exam list. No votes on ordinances or spending are scheduled.

• Traffic Management Report for March 2025
• Pension Board report concerning Dave Moran
• Executive session on personnel and certification of promotional exam list
• Public input opportunity (3 minutes per speaker)

Board of Police Commissioners

The regularly scheduled meeting of the West Haven Board of Police Commissioners for April 15, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of quorum. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for April 15, 2025. No business will be conducted.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several property transactions, including the potential sale of a 3.2-acre former playground and a vacant lot. The body is also reviewing an ordinance for sewer infrastructure rehabilitation and amendments to the elderly tax freeze.

• Proposed sale of North End Field (1101 Campbell Avenue and former Baggot Street playground) to University of New Haven for $500,000.00
• Ordinance appropriating $538,000.00 for planning, design, and rehabilitation of sewer pipes and manholes (Contract 2)
• Proposed sale of city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue to the Estate of Richard Shippy for $15,000.00
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 211 of the City Code regarding the Elderly Tax Freeze
• Renewal of a lease for city-owned property to the Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club

City Council

The West Haven City Council will hold a regular meeting including public comment and committee reports. Key items include a proposal to sell the 3.2-acre North End Field (1101 Campbell Ave and former Baggot St playground) to the University of New Haven for $500,000, an ordinance appropriating $538,000 for sewer rehabilitation bonds, and a potential sale of a vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Ave for $15,000. The council will also consider an elderly tax freeze ordinance and a lease renewal for the Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club.

• Proposal to sell North End Field (two parcels) to University of New Haven for $500,000
• Ordinance appropriating $538,000 for sewer pipes and manhole rehabilitation (Contract 2 – citywide high priority areas), to be funded by bonds
• Offer of $15,000 from the Estate of Richard Shippy to purchase city-owned vacant lot at 37 Myrtle Avenue
• Ordinance amending Chapter 211 (Elderly Tax Freeze)
• Renewal of lease of city-owned property to Prospect Beach Fish and Game Club

The West Haven City Council unanimously approved the meeting minutes, the animal shelter donations totaling $600, the $538,000 ordinance to fund sewer pipe and manhole rehabilitation with bond issuance, and the sale of North End Field to the University of New Haven for $500,000. The council also set a public hearing for the Elderly Tax Freeze ordinance on April 28.

• Approved April 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved animal shelter donations totaling $600 (unanimous)
• Approved $538,000 sewer pipe and manhole rehabilitation ordinance and bond issuance (unanimous)
• Approved sale of North End Field to UNH for $500,000 (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of animal shelter donations (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of $538,000 sewer appropriation (unanimous)
• Recommended referral to Planning and Zoning Commission for North End Field sale (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Elderly Tax Freeze ordinance on April 28 (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The West Haven Economic Development Commission is meeting for a routine agenda including review of minutes, public input, an economic development update, and a presentation on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) by Barbara Malmberg. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances are listed for consideration.

• CEDS Presentation by Barbara Malmberg
• Economic Development Update
• Public Input period

The commission approved the sale of the North End field to the University of New Hampshire for $500,000. Additional approvals included Kelsy and the conversion of the Stiles building to apartments. Several development projects were announced, such as UNH’s Business School relocation, a new Debonair ground‑breaking, and a seasonal Farmers Market. The meeting also recorded a motion to accept the minutes, which was made and seconded.

• Motion to accept minutes made and seconded (outcome not recorded)
• Kelsy approved
• North End field sold to UNH for $500,000
• UNH Business School to relocate back to West Haven
• Stiles approved for apartment conversion
• Rite Aid to become a CTown opening Sep‑Oct 2025
• Debonair to break ground in the next few weeks
• Farmers Market scheduled for July‑October

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will meet to discuss new business and the Director's Report. The agenda includes a welcome for new dispatcher Chris Smithauser and an executive session regarding personnel.

• Welcome of new dispatcher Chris Smithauser
• ERS Director's Report
• Executive session on personnel

Commissioner Diaz moved to enter an executive session on personnel, which was seconded by Commissioner Sweeney and passed unanimously. The executive session lasted from 6:12 PM to 6:26 PM. Afterwards, Commissioner Sweeney moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Commissioner Suggs, and the motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 6:26 PM.

• Entered executive session on personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The committee will hear a progress report on the Washington School project, review monthly reports and budget, and vote on multiple vendor invoices totaling over $1.5 million. They will also discuss furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) matters and consider new business requiring a two-thirds vote.

• Washington School project update presented by Gilbane (State Project No. 21IDASY156142N0621)
• Approval of invoices: Gilbane ($1,486,613.30), Antinozzi ($19,986.30), Mobile Modular ($4,538.00), Nadler ($3,300.00), CSG ($840.00), Sydney Simpkins Associates ($1,600.00), Tri State Materials Testing ($418.00)
• Discussion of FF&E ATP Log (Bulletin #8 – Boulders at Playground)
• New business item requiring a 2/3 vote
• Approval of March 11, 2025 regular meeting minutes

The West Haven High School Building Committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 11, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It then approved several vendor invoices, the largest being a $1,486,613.30 payment to Gilbane for the Washington School project. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $1,486,613.30 Gilbane invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $19,986.30 Antinozzi invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $4,538.00 Mobile Modular invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $3,300.00 Nadler invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $840.00 CSG invoice 20035-006 (unanimous)
• Approved $26,626.97 Utilities‑SCG invoice (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning regulation change (File # ZR 25-012) that would alter the appeal process for Zoning Enforcement Officer decisions and cease-and-desist orders under Sections 83.8 and 83.7.1 of the city code. The commission will also discuss the Downtown Municipality Plan, the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD), and a review of zoning regulations.

• Public hearing on zoning regulation change (File # ZR 25-012) for appeal procedures and cease-and-desist orders
• Deliberation on File # ZR 25-012
• Discussion of Downtown Municipality Plan
• Discussion of POCD and Zoning Regulations Review

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive public input, and discuss operational updates. Key items include presenting the departmental budget to the City Council Finance Committee on April 22, onboarding a new Outreach & Activity Coordinator, and finalizing new membership policies and MySeniorCenter software by July 1.

• Budget presentation to City Council Finance Committee on April 22 at 6:15 PM
• LaToya Myers started as Outreach & Activity Coordinator on March 31
• Veterinary Care Everywhere clinic served 13 pets; next clinic scheduled for October 3
• MySeniorCenter software aiming for full operation by July 1 for annual membership renewal
• Drafting new membership policy, code of conduct, and liability waiver for July 1 implementation

Seniors Commission

The West Haven Seniors Commission meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025.

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The Allingtown Board of Fire Commissioners will hold an executive session to interview candidates for the deputy chief position. They will also discuss the Fire Marshal fee schedule and consider assigning the assistant chief administrative rank. Additional routine business includes approving March meeting minutes, reviewing finance and invoices, and hearing reports from the chief and fire marshal.

• Executive session to interview candidates for deputy chief position
• Discussion of Fire Marshal fee schedule
• Discussion of assigning assistant chief administrative rank
• Approval of March 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Finance/invoices/revenue review

The Allingtown Fire Department Commissioners unanimously approved the preliminary fee schedule documents. They also unanimously offered Salvator D’Aquila a conditional job offer, accepted a motor‑vehicle assessment, added three crossed gold horns to the Fire Marshal badge, and approved a vote for a Deputy Chief candidate. All motions passed without dissent.

• Approved preliminary fee schedule documents (unanimous)
• Offered Salvator D’Aquila a conditional job offer (unanimous)
• Accepted the motor vehicle assessment on the local option (unanimous)
• Added three crossed gold horns to the Fire Marshal badge (unanimous)
• Approved a vote for Deputy Chief candidate (unanimous)
• Moved to Executive Session at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Moved to Regular Session at 7:49 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to hear appeals regarding assessments on the October 1, 2024, Grand List. Only individuals who submitted written applications by March 20, 2025, will be granted a hearing date.

• Hearings for assessments on the October 1, 2024, Grand List
• Deadline for written appeal applications was March 20, 2025

On April 8, 9, and 17, 2025 the West Haven Board of Assessment Appeals reviewed 84 appeals. The board voted not to change the assessment for 66 properties and voted to change the assessment for 18 properties. Decisions were recorded for each address with the property owner’s name.

• Voted not to change assessment of 66 Hemlock St (owner Kossi Yome)
• Voted not to change assessment of 44 Industry Dr (owner Robert Berkowitz)
• Voted to change assessment of 519 Highland St (owner Thymee Ren)
• Voted to change assessment of 267 Blohm St (owner Ethar Ali)
• Voted to change assessment of 123 Hilltop LA (owner Gene Amato)
• Voted to change assessment of 148 Campbell Ave (owner Juan Mazo)
• Voted to change assessment of 170 Canton St #2 (owner Excalibur Construction LLC)
• Voted to change assessment of 18 Front Ave (owner Adelaide Yalarti)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive input from electors and taxpayers on the Mayor's recommended budget for fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The meeting includes presentations from Mayor Dorinda Borer and Superintendent Neil Cavallaro on the proposed budget and Board of Education needs. The full budget is available on the city website.

• Public hearing on appropriations for FY 2025-2026
• Mayor Dorinda Borer's budget presentation
• Superintendent Neil Cavallaro's Board of Education presentation
• Public comment period for electors and taxpayers
• Referendum rights notice per City Charter Chapter XVIII

The West Haven City Council held a special meeting on April 3, 2025, at West Haven High School. Mayor Dorinda Borer presented a budget overview showing a 2.6% increase. The council voted to adjourn the meeting unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, has been cancelled.

Water Pollution Control Commission

The West Haven Water Pollution Control Commission is meeting for its regular monthly session. The agenda includes review of minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting and elections under new business. No other specific proposals or decisions are listed, making this largely a procedural meeting.

• Review of minutes from March 5, 2025 WPCC meeting
• Elections (likely for commission officers or positions)

The Water Pollution Control Commission met on April 2, 2025, and reviewed the proposed budget, odor‑control measures, a new incinerator building and permit procedures, and trucking costs. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The March minutes were noted for approval, but the outcome was not documented.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will consider minutes from March 18 and hold public input. They will receive animal control and attendance reports for February 2025, along with reports from the chief, deputy chief, and committees. Under new business, the board will discuss the 2025 Great Strides Walk-A-Thon on May 10. An executive session for personnel matters is scheduled.

• Animal Control Report – February 2025
• Attendance Report – February 2025
• Discussion of 2025 Great Strides Walk-A-Thon on May 10
• Executive session for personnel

The Board unanimously approved the 2025 Great Strides Walk‑A‑Thon scheduled for May 10. It also moved into executive session to discuss personnel matters. All procedural motions, including agenda adoption and adjournment, were approved unanimously.

• Added Item 7.1 Dave Moran under Pension (unanimously)
• Accepted the agenda as amended (unanimously)
• Accepted the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting (unanimously)
• Approved the 2025 Great Strides Walk‑A‑Thon on May 10, 2025 (unanimously)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimously)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimously)

ARPA Committee

The West Haven ARPA Committee will meet to discuss the Chairman's report, including an updated ARPA spending plan and project list update. The committee will consider action on several invoices, such as payments to UHY ($12,706.25), Carmody ($757), and Klotter Farms ($9,390) for a Park and Rec storage shed. Additionally, the committee will review a list of 15 closed ARPA tasks.

• Discussion of updated ARPA spending plan and project list
• Approval of invoices: UHY ($12,706.25), Carmody ($757), Klotter Farms ($9,390) for Park and Rec storage shed
• Action required on Storm Water Grant Matching Funds ($1,000,000) and Storm Water Management Problem Areas ($492,912 balance)
• Consideration of invoices for Cerilli Construction ($42,000 total) and Newington Electric Company ($46,448)
• Review of 15 closed ARPA tasks including DPW paving, police retention fund, and youth employment fund

The West Haven ARPA Committee unanimously approved a series of invoices covering projects such as a $12,706.25 UHY contract, a $9,390 storage shed for Parks & Rec, a $23,714.73 Food Bank payment, and multiple storm‑water management contracts totaling $3,000,000 plus $1,000,000 in matching funds. The committee also approved $2,500 premium pay for EMS personnel and other project payments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $12,706.25 UHY invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $757.00 Carmody invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $9,390.00 Klotter Farms storage shed invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $2,490.00 Ivy League Landscaping playground invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $23,714.73 Vertical Church Food Bank invoice (unanimous)
• Approved storm‑water management contracts totaling $3,000,000 and $1,000,000 matching funds (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 EMS premium pay per individual (unanimous)
• Approved $20,816.40 White Owl Construction invoice for fire district project (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission is meeting to deliberate on two hearing cases (25-01 and 25-02), approve minutes from the March 18 meeting, and discuss new and old business. No specific details about the cases are provided in the agenda.

• Hearing Case #25-01 Deliberation
• Hearing Case #25-02 Deliberation
• Minutes of March 18 meeting
• Report of Sub-Committee

West Haven High School Building Committee

The March 25, 2025, regular meeting of the West Haven High School Building Committee has been cancelled. The committee reported having no new business to conduct.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed 1-year moratorium for 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs. The commission will also review special permit applications for businesses on Main Street and Rock Street.

• Proposed 1-year moratorium on 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs (File #25-010)
• Special Permit application for massage therapy wellness establishment at 377 Main Street
• Application for 8 electric vehicle charging station hook ups at 528 Main Street
• Adaptive reuse application for Savin Rock Conference Center at 6 Rock Street for a restaurant/banquet facility with bar, rooftop and patio

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to adopt a one‑year moratorium on 24‑hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and related signage (File #25-010). It also unanimously approved a special permit for a massage therapy wellness establishment at 377 Main Street (File #SP 25-011) and continued the electric‑vehicle charging station application (File #SP 25-003 and #SR 25-004) to the April 22, 2025 meeting. Finally, the commission unanimously approved the adaptive‑reuse project for the Savin Rock Conference Center with conditions (Files #SP 25-008, #SR 25-009, #CSP 25-010).

• Approved File #25-010 moratorium on 24‑hour stores and smoke shops (unanimous)
• Approved File #SP 25-011 special permit for massage therapy at 377 Main St (unanimous)
• Continued File #SP 25-003 and #SR 25-004 EV charging station application to Apr 22, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Files #SP 25-008, #SR 25-009, #CSP 25-010 adaptive reuse of Savin Rock Conference Center with conditions (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will decide on an ordinance to appropriate $538,000 for sewer pipe and manhole rehabilitation in citywide high-priority areas, funded through bonds. They will also consider a resolution to adopt a modified depreciation schedule for motor vehicle assessments. Other business includes a re-appointment to the Greater New Haven Transit District Board and updates on ARPA and the Emergency Operations Plan.

• Ordinance appropriating $538,000 for planning, design and rehabilitation of sewer pipes and manholes (Contract 2 citywide high priority areas) with bond issuance
• Resolution to adopt a modified depreciation schedule for motor vehicle assessment per Connecticut General Statutes Section 12-63
• Re-appointment of Kathleen Krolak, 176 McKinley Avenue, New Haven, as Director of the Greater New Haven Transit District Board until April 8, 2026
• Notification of acceptance of the State of Connecticut's Emergency Operations Plan by the city
• ARPA updates from Ken Carney

The West Haven City Council approved the March 10 meeting minutes and authorized the deposit of $475 in animal shelter donations. It also approved a resolution to pursue the FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant and adopted a modified vehicle depreciation schedule. The council re‑appointed Kathleen Krolak to the Greater New Haven Transit District Board and scheduled a public hearing for a $538,000 sewer‑rehabilitation ordinance.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $475 animal shelter donations (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant resolution (unanimous)
• Approved re‑appointment of Kathleen Krolak to Transit District Board (unanimous)
• Approved adoption of modified vehicle depreciation schedule (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for $538,000 sewer rehabilitation ordinance on April 14, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to fund the design and rehabilitation of citywide high-priority sewer pipes and manholes. The meeting also includes reviews of emergency management grants and motor vehicle assessment schedules.

• Proposed ordinance appropriating $538,000 for sewer pipes and manholes rehabilitation (Contract 2)
• Resolution to adopt a modified depreciation schedule for motor vehicle assessments
• Re-appointment of Kathleen Krolak to the Greater New Haven Transit District Board of Directors
• FY 2024 grant submission for the Connecticut Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security
• Discussion on the acceptance of the City's Emergency Operations Plan

City Council

The West Haven City Council is holding a special meeting to hear Mayor Dorinda Borer's presentation of the budget and five-year capital plan for fiscal year July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The council will also set a public hearing date for April 3, 2025.

• Mayor's presentation of the FY 2025-2026 budget and five-year capital plan
• Setting of the budget public hearing date for April 3, 2025

The council scheduled a budget hearing for April 3, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Harriet North Courtroom. Councilwoman Heffernan moved to adjourn, the motion was seconded and passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Scheduled budget hearing for April 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Commission

This meeting of the West Haven Energy Commission is largely procedural, covering approval of December 2024 minutes, an update from the Mayor's Office, public input, and reports from subcommittees on development and clean energy community outreach. No specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2024
• Mayor's Office update by Rick Spreyer
• Public input period
• Subcommittee reports on Development and Clean Energy Community Outreach
• Old business and new business (items not specified)

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda without amendments. They also approved the minutes from the December 18, 2024 meeting. The board then unanimously adjourned the meeting at 7:33 p.m.

• Approved agenda without amendments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Dec 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (unanimous)

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with approval of prior minutes, public session, and reports from the chief and fire marshal. New business includes a discussion of the AVFD bunkie program, and an update on Troop 821 is scheduled during public session. The board will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters including vacation and sick time.

• Discussion of AVFD bunkie program (new business)
• Update on Troop 821 from John Ordazzo (public session)
• Executive session on personnel matters (vacation and sick time)
• Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Finance/invoices/revenue review

The Allingtown Fire Department board met on March 19, 2025. Commissioners moved to accept the February 11, 2025 minutes and later moved to adjourn the session. The adjournment motion was seconded and the meeting ended at 7:13 p.m. No other policy or budget decisions were recorded.

• Motion to accept February 11, 2025 minutes (made by Palumbo, seconded by Tappin; outcome not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (made by Palumbo, seconded by Tappin; meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on March 19, 2025. They will consider several variance and special use requests, including solar panels visible from the street at three Savin Avenue properties, a special use exception for a professional consulting business at 38 Antrim Street, two lot splits at 100 Enright Street that require smaller lot sizes than normally allowed, and a rear yard setback variance for a deck at 102 Mohawk Drive. The board will also continue a previously filed solar panel application at 587 Savin Avenue.

• Continued: solar panels visible from street at 587 Savin Avenue (File #001-25 V)
• 803 Savin Avenue: request to mount solar panels visible from street in VDO district
• 786 Savin Avenue: request to mount solar panels visible from street in VDO district
• 38 Antrim Street: special use exception for professional consulting business in R2 district
• 100 Enright Street Parcels A & B: requests for one-time lot splits allowing lots of 9,405sf and 7,695sf where 16,000sf required

The board approved the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes and then approved three solar panel applications and two lot‑split requests, each by a 5‑0 vote. A special‑use exception for 38 Antrim Street was continued to the April 16 meeting. Two applications were not heard because of procedural issues.

• Approved minutes of Feb 19, 2025 meeting (motion passed)
• Approved solar panel application at 803 Savin Avenue (5‑0)
• Approved solar panel application at 786 Savin Avenue (5‑0)
• Continued special use exception for 38 Antrim Street to April 16 meeting
• Approved lot split for 100 Enright Street Parcel A and Parcel B (5‑0)
• Did not hear 587 Savin Avenue solar panel application due to procedural issues
• Did not hear 102 Mohawk Drive rear yard setback application due to procedural issues
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the Health Director. The board will also discuss its mission, vision, and values statements, as well as member-developed bylaws.

• Discussion on Mission, Vision, and Values statements
• Review of BOH bylaws developed by members
• Review of January 21 and February 18, 2025 minutes

The West Haven Board of Health met on March 18, 2025, and approved the minutes from its January 21 and February 18 meetings. The board discussed collaborating with WHEAT on a health fair, with all members agreeing to participate. No other substantive decisions were made; the board's mission, vision, and value statements discussion was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved minutes from January 21 and February 18, 2025 meetings
• Agreed to collaborate with WHEAT on a health fair

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review departmental reports and conduct personnel business. The agenda includes a proposed promotion for one officer and applicant interviews in executive session.

• Promotion of Officer Paul Butler to Detective effective 3/24/2025
• January 2025 Animal Control Report
• January and February 2025 Training Report
• February 2025 Traffic Management Report
• Applicant interviews in executive session

The Board promoted Officer Paul Butler to Detective effective March 24, 2025, and approved the hiring of Francisco Damian at Grade-C starting March 31, 2025. Both motions passed unanimously, with Vice-Chairman Butler abstaining on the promotion. The department is fully accredited under POSTC Tier II standards.

• Promoted Officer Paul Butler to Detective effective March 24, 2025 (unanimous; Vice-Chairman Butler abstained)
• Approved hiring Francisco Damian at Grade-C with start date March 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from March 4, 2025 (Vice-Chairman Butler abstained)
• Entered and returned from Executive Session (7:14 p.m. to 8:05 p.m.)

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission scheduled for March 18, 2025, has been cancelled.

Fair Rent Commission

The West Haven Fair Rent Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting on March 18, 2025. The agenda includes approving minutes from the February 18 meeting, hearing a report from a sub-committee, and discussing new and old business. No specific proposals or public hearings are listed; the meeting is procedural.

• Approval of February 18 meeting minutes
• Report of Sub-Committee
• Discussion of new business
• Discussion of old business

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will receive a finance update and a status update on the FY 2025-2026 budget process. The budget discussion may include an executive session to review draft figures.

• Finance update presented by Finance Director Michael Gormany
• FY 2025-2026 Budget Process Update

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear public input, receive an economic development update, and finalize the list of participants and marketing plan for Restaurant Week. New business may also be discussed.

• Finalize list of participants and marketing plan for Restaurant Week

The Economic Development Commission accepted the previous minutes with a spelling correction. The director reported that the Debonair Hotel sale closed, Stiles School was sold for conversion into 30 apartments with closing on May 30, and the Reva is on track to open July 1, 2025. A grant of $8 million was received for the Masonic Temple building's first-floor renovation, available to West Haven residents only. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was informational.

• Accepted minutes with correction to spelling of Stiles School (motion carried)
• Noted Debonair Hotel sale closed; zoning issues pending with Planning and Zoning
• Reported Stiles School sold for 30 apartments; closing May 30
• Reported Reva on target to open July 1, 2025
• Reported $8 million grant for Masonic Temple first-floor renovation for West Haven residents

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority will meet to consider approval of the FY2025-2026 operating budget. The agenda also includes a director's report and a closed executive session on personnel matters. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.

• Approval of the FY2025-2026 Operating Budget
• ERS Director's Report (attached)
• Executive session for personnel matters
• Public comments (5 minutes per person)

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority unanimously approved the Mayor's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 after hearing the ERS Director's report. The vote was taken after the budget was initially tabled until after the report. No public comments were made, and the board also entered executive session for personnel matters before adjourning.

• Approved Mayor's recommended FY 2025-2026 budget (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 PM (unanimous)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review progress on the Washington School project, including a $1,863,574.01 Gilbane invoice and other vendor payments totaling over $1.98 million. Action items include approving a move management proposal, playground equipment bid, and upgrade to rubber surfacing for the exterior playscape. The committee will also consider a 179D energy-efficient commercial buildings deduction allocation form for the WHHS state project.

• Invoice review: Gilbane $1,863,574.01, Antinozzi $18,223.80, Y&S Technologies $94,924.00, and others
• Playground equipment bid action required
• Upgrade from engineered woodchips to rubber for exterior playscape action required
• 179D energy-efficient commercial buildings deduction allocation form action required
• ATP log action required for FF&E data and connections in ELL/READ 201

The West Haven Building Committee unanimously approved a $1,863,574.01 invoice from Gilbane for the Washington School project, along with invoices from Antinozzi ($18,223.80), Y&S Technologies ($94,924.00), Innovative Engineering Services ($2,002.50), and Mobile Modular ($4,538.00). The committee also approved a $58,000 move management proposal, a $496,330.16 playground equipment bid for rubber surfacing, and a $6,136.00 change order for data connections. The meeting minutes from February 11, 2025, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Gilbane invoice 202503-J062 for $1,863,574.01
• Approved Antinozzi invoice 971844965 for $18,223.80
• Approved Y&S Technologies invoice 16192 for $94,924.00
• Approved Innovative Engineering Services invoice 20026 for $2,002.50
• Approved Mobile Modular invoice 2675336 for $4,538.00
• Approved move management proposal for $58,000
• Approved playground equipment bid for $496,330.16
• Approved change order OS-050 for $6,136.00

Seniors Commission

The Seniors Commission will consider minutes from January, hear public input, and receive reports on senior center activities. The director reports a $5,000 AARP Livable Grant was awarded for six all-in-one computers and that an Outreach & Activity Coordinator job offer has been made after interviews. The department is also applying for a Connecticut DOT Section 5310 grant for nontraditional transportation operating costs.

• $5,000 AARP Livable Grant awarded for six all-in-one computers
• Outreach & Activity Coordinator job offer made after interviews with the Mayor
• Application for Connecticut DOT Section 5310 Grant for nontraditional transportation
• Veterinary Care Everywhere pet clinic on March 28: $60 per animal for wellness checks and vaccines
• Donna’s Destinations trip to Foxwoods Casino sold out

The West Haven Seniors Commission met on March 11, 2025, and approved the minutes from January 28, 2025. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of discussions on topics like AED/NARCAN locations, Donna's Destinations pricing, and potential future amenities at Molloy School.

• Approved minutes of 28-January-2025 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The regular March 11, 2025 meeting of the West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discussion regarding a purchase and sale agreement for city-owned property at 561 Main Street. The Finance Committee will also review the city's 2024 audits and the Board of Education's FY25-26 budget.

• Public hearing on the sale of 561 Main Street (Stiles School) to Ideal Group LLC
• Presentation of Federal and State Single Audits for the year ended June 30, 2024
• Discussion on the West Haven Board of Education FY25-26 budget
• Communication from the Tax Collector regarding March 2025 overpayment refunds

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 561 Main Street (Stiles School) to Ideal Group LLC, contingent on approval by the Municipal Accountability Review Board (MARB). The motion passed unanimously. The council also approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting, with three members abstaining.

• Approved the purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for 561 Main Street (Stiles School), contingent on MARB approval.
• Approved the minutes of the February 24, 2025 regular meeting (with three abstentions).
• Heard a presentation on the FY 2024 federal and state single audits and corrective action plan.
• Discussed FY25-26 Board of Education budget.
• Noted that the Planning & Zoning meeting scheduled for March 11 is cancelled.
• Reported 118 active police officers after 5 returned from injuries.
• Noted a $3,000 grant for WHPD K9 officers and a possible Audubon Society grant for Sandy Point.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:44 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed sale of city-owned property at 561 Main Street (Stiles School) to Ideal Group LLC, followed by a regular meeting. The council will also consider approving tax refunds totaling several hundred dollars and receive a presentation on the city's annual financial audits.

• Public hearing on purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for 561 Main Street (Stiles School)
• Approval of tax refunds for overpayments in March 2025 (list includes amounts from $9.34 to $432.38)
• Presentation from PKF O’Connor Davies on FY 2024 Federal and State Single Audit and FY 2023 Annual Financial Statement
• Authorization for Planning and Zoning to review lighting installation at 509 Campbell Avenue (Altschuler Building, LLC)
• Discussion on West Haven Board of Education FY 2025-26 budget

Harbor Management Commission

The West Haven Harbor Management Commission will consider an adaptive reuse application for the Savin Rock Conference Center at 6 Rock Street, which would convert the building into a restaurant and banquet facility. The commission will also receive an update on the April Street boat launch SHIPP grant application and a letter from the CT Port Authority, as well as an update on bill 6914. The meeting includes approval of the February 5 meeting minutes.

• Adaptive reuse application for Savin Rock Conference Center (6 Rock Street) by RTR Hospitality LLC, including restaurant, banquet facility, bar, rooftop, and patio (File #SP #25-008, SR 25-009, CSP 25-010)
• April Street boat launch SHIPP grant application update and letter from the CT Port Authority
• Update on bill 6914
• Approval of February 5, 2025 meeting minutes

The West Haven Harbor Management Commission voted to support state Bill 6914, which concerns the commission's regulatory authority in reviewing applications. The commission also reviewed updates on the April Street boat launch SHIPP grant and the adaptive reuse application for the Savin Rock Conference Center at 6 Rock Street. No final decisions were made on these items; the grant award is expected in April, and approvals for the conference center are anticipated on the 25th.

• Approved minutes of February 5, 2025 meeting
• Voted to support Bill 6914 regarding Harbor Commission regulatory authority
• Adjourned at 7:08 PM

Water Pollution Control Commission

The Water Pollution Control Commission will meet to review minutes from February 5, 2025. The body is scheduled to conduct elections under new business.

• Elections

The Water Pollution Control Commission met on March 5, 2025, but took no substantive decisions. The new budget was not approved; Commissioner Bill Canning requested overtime payroll salary reports before the commission can approve it. The commission also discussed the sewage removal and sludge fund budget. The February minutes were not formally approved during the meeting.

• New budget not approved; deferred pending overtime payroll reports
• February minutes not approved (no action recorded)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will meet to review department reports and personnel matters. The agenda includes a planned road closure for the 'Irish Person of the Year' event. The meeting will conclude with an executive session regarding personnel and detective candidate interviews.

• Road closure on Campbell Avenue from Center Street to Main St on March 17, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• January 2025 attendance report
• Detective candidate interviews in executive session

The Board of Police Commissioners approved a road closure on Campbell Avenue from Center Street to Main Street on March 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the Irish Person of the Year event. The board also approved the Savin Rock Half and Full Marathon on March 29, 2025, with no rain date. No other substantive decisions were made; the meetings were largely procedural.

• Approved road closure on Campbell Avenue (Center to Main) for Irish Person of the Year (unanimous)
• Approved Savin Rock Half and Full Marathon on March 29, 2025, no rain date (unanimous)

ARPA Committee

The West Haven ARPA Committee will meet to review the chairman's report, which includes discussion of an updated ARPA spending plan and project list updates. The committee will consider action on multiple invoices for parks, food bank, fire districts, city hall windows, and bleacher repair, along with several project status updates. Numerous previously funded tasks are listed as closed.

• Discussion of updated ARPA spending plan and project list update
• Approval of three Ivy League Landscaping invoices for Painter Park totaling $14,255.00
• Approval of $23,714.73 invoice to Vertical Church for the Food Bank project
• Approval of $66,215.00 payment to Diversity Construction Group for Fire District Allingtown work
• Approval of $37,500.00 to Dant Clayton for bleacher repair at Veterans Field

The ARPA Committee approved a series of invoices and change orders for various projects, including payments to Carmody, Ivy League Landscaping, Vertical Church, Pennoni, Hoffman Architects, and others. The committee also approved change orders for City Hall window work and fire district projects, and voted to deduct an overtime charge from a Coastal Materials Testing invoice. All approvals were unanimous, with some members abstaining on specific items.

• Approved Carmody invoice for $4,034.08
• Approved Ivy League Landscaping invoices for Painter Park drainage and resurfacing
• Approved Vertical Church invoice for $23,714.73 for Food Bank
• Approved Pennoni invoice for $1,900.00 for City Hall Windows
• Approved Hoffman Architects invoice for $19,904.50 for City Hall Windows
• Approved four change orders for City Hall Windows work
• Approved Coastal Materials Testing invoice for $2,307.00, with $360.00 overtime deducted
• Approved multiple other invoices for fire districts, bleacher repair, and housing crisis grant

Fair Rent Commission

The regular meeting of the City of West Haven Fair Rent Commission scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

Parks and Recreation Commission

This is a largely procedural meeting with little on the agenda. The commission will consider correspondence from Julio Ramirez regarding The Big Bounce America, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and hear a new hire update. No votes on specific projects or expenditures are scheduled.

• Correspondence from Julio Ramirez regarding The Big Bounce America
• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2025
• New hire information
• Maintenance/Director's Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the February meeting minutes as amended and discussed a new comprehensive hiring policy for recreation and waterfront employment. The policy requires background checks for hires over 18, mandatory physicals, and drug screenings for applicants aged 15 and up, with a move to digital onboarding. No formal votes were taken on the policy or other items; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved February meeting minutes as amended
• Introduced new hiring policy requiring background checks, physicals, and drug screenings
• Discussed permit restrictions for commercial inflatable events and summer moratorium
• Reviewed budget; mayor's recommendations pending, City Council approval expected around May 1

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee has cancelled its February 25, 2025 regular meeting due to no new business to conduct.

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and one executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Executive session regarding Personnel Matter A

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed one-year moratorium on 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs. The body will also review site plan applications for two local properties.

• Proposed 1-year moratorium on 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs (File #25-010)
• Site Plan Review for automotive and sales center purchase at 449 Derby Ave (File #SR-25-008)
• Site Plan Review to add 4 EV charging stations at 80 Farwell Street (File #SR-25-009)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan for 449 Derby Ave to purchase a previously approved automotive sales center, and approved a site plan for 80 Farwell St to add four EV charging stations. A public hearing on a proposed one-year moratorium on 24-hour convenience stores, smoke shops, and advertising signs was continued due to lack of quorum.

• Approved site plan SR-25-008 for 449 Derby Ave (automotive sales center)
• Approved site plan SR-25-009 for 80 Farwell St (4 EV charging stations)
• Continued moratorium hearing (File #25-010) due to lack of quorum

City Council

The City Council will review a purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for the Stiles School property. The body is also considering a request to allow the Planning and Zoning Commission to act on exterior lighting at 509 Campbell Avenue.

• Purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for city-owned property at 561 Main Street (Stiles School)
• Request for Planning and Zoning Commission to review exterior lighting application for 509 Campbell Avenue
• Tax Collector communication regarding overpayments of refunds for February 2025
• Request from Mayor Dorinda Borer to refer Ideal Group LLC's redevelopment proposal for Stiles School to the Planning and Zoning Commission

The West Haven City Council approved a purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for the sale of city-owned property at 561 Main Street (Stiles School) and set a public hearing for March 10, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. The council also authorized the Planning and Zoning Commission to review a lighting application for 509 Campbell Avenue. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for Stiles School property (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for March 10, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. on Stiles School sale
• Authorized Planning and Zoning Commission to review exterior lighting plan at 509 Campbell Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Melton abstained)

City Council

The City Council is discussing the sale of city-owned property at 561 Main Street (Stiles School) to Ideal Group LLC and its subsequent redevelopment. The body is also considering a request to allow the Planning and Zoning Commission to review exterior lighting for 509 Campbell Avenue.

• Purchase and sale agreement with Ideal Group LLC for 561 Main Street (Stiles School)
• Request for Planning and Zoning Commission to review exterior lighting at 509 Campbell Avenue
• Tax overpayment refunds for February 2025 totaling $5,566.44
• Referral of Ideal Group LLC's Stiles School redevelopment proposal to the Planning and Zoning Commission

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will receive a finance update from Director Michael Gormany and discuss the FY 2025-2026 budget process, which may include an executive session for draft figures. The meeting also includes public comments and old/new business items.

• Finance update from Director Michael Gormany
• FY 2025-2026 budget process update with possible executive session
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)

Board of Ethics

The Board of Ethics will meet to review the status of the Tri-Fold and discuss the publishing of the Code of Ethics. The meeting also includes the approval of January's regular meeting minutes.

• Status of Tri-Fold
• Publishing Code of Ethics
• Approval of January Regular Meeting Minutes

The Board of Ethics held a routine monthly meeting with no substantive decisions. Members discussed communication with Corporate Counsel regarding ethics form completion, an anonymous complaint form, a test complaint form, and a possible bilingual version. The meeting adjourned after a motion.

• Accepted September meeting minutes (motion by Rich Tracy, seconded by Silvana Apicella)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Rich Tracy, seconded by Tracy Mooney)

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission is holding a regular meeting. They will approve minutes from December 2024, hear public input, and receive reports from subcommittees on Development and Clean Energy Community Outreach. Old and new business will also be addressed. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Minutes of December 18, 2024
• Subcommittee Report: Development
• Subcommittee Report: Clean Energy Community Outreach
• Old Business
• New Business

Energy Commission

The West Haven Energy Commission cancelled its regular February 19, 2025 meeting because too few members were present to form a quorum. No business was conducted. The notice lists three commissioners absent and three present including the chairman.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Absent commissioners: Christy Collins, Maggie Goodwin, Jason Card
• Present: Raymond Collins IV (Chairman), Jason Delorenzo (Vice-Chairman), Michael Miranda (Alternate)

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of procedural items and an executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Executive session regarding a personnel matter

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals holds a public hearing and regular meeting to decide on multiple variance requests and special use exceptions. Items include a continued solar panel variance, setback and coverage variances for residential additions, accessory apartment approvals, and two lot splits on Herman Street.

• 587 Savin Avenue: continued request to mount solar panels visible from street in VDO district
• 741 Jones Hill Road: side yard setback variance (4 ft where 15 ft required) for a rear addition
• 83 Painter Avenue: variances for side yard setbacks, building coverage (27.6% vs 20%), and lot coverage (47.8% vs 35%)
• 286 Platt Avenue: special use exception for an accessory apartment in an R2 district
• 25 Herman Street Parcels A & B: two one-time lot splits to create lots smaller than minimum size in R3 zone

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals approved five variance and special use exception requests, all by 5-0 votes, and continued one solar panel application to the next meeting. The board approved a side yard setback for an addition at 741 Jones Hill Road, variances for an addition at 83 Painter Avenue (with a condition of no kitchen), a special use exception for an accessory apartment at 286 Platt Avenue, a special use exception for an addition at 55 Andrews Street, and a one-time lot split for two parcels at 25 Herman Street. The solar panel request at 587 Savin Avenue was continued to the March meeting, with a note that it would be the last continuance.

• Approved side yard setback variance for 741 Jones Hill Road (5-0)
• Approved variances for 83 Painter Avenue with condition of no kitchen (5-0)
• Approved special use exception for accessory apartment at 286 Platt Avenue (5-0)
• Approved special use exception for addition at 55 Andrews Street (5-0)
• Approved lot split for 25 Herman Street Parcels A and B (5-0)
• Continued solar panel request at 587 Savin Avenue to March meeting (5-0)

Board of Health

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

The Board of Health met and received reports from the Health Director and Commissioner of Human Resources. The Health Director reported that 7 businesses were closed for not paying fines for failure to renew permits, and all have since reopened. The Commissioner provided information on the West Haven warming center, which is open 7pm-9am and accommodates 16 people. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• No formal votes or decisions recorded; meeting was informational

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will consider minutes, public input, and a traffic management report for January 2025. They will discuss a pension board item for Dave Moran and new business regarding the Savin Rock Full Marathon on March 29, 2025, hosted by Shoreline Sharks. The agenda also includes reports from the chief and deputy chief, committee reports, and an executive session.

• Traffic Management Report for January 2025
• Pension Board item: Dave Moran
• New Business: Savin Rock Full Marathon on March 29, 2025, hosted by Shoreline Sharks
• Executive session
• Public input period

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved the Savin Rock Half and Full Marathon event to be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to no later than 2:00 p.m., with no rain date. The board also received a pension update from Dave Moran, noting no changes to asset allocation and a 16.42% increase over the last 12 months. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals of minutes and agenda, and an executive session.

• Approved Savin Rock Half and Full Marathon event for March 29, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from February 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Added Dave Moran pension update to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Entered executive session at 7:10 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 7:38 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting solely to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and the ERS (Emergency Response System). No public votes or other business are scheduled.

• Executive session for personnel
• Executive session for ERS

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for February 18, 2025, at 6:30 PM. No business will be conducted; interested parties may contact the Office of Planning and Development for further information.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided.

Fair Rent Commission

This is a routine meeting of the West Haven Fair Rent Commission. The agenda includes only standard procedural items (call to order, approval of prior minutes, new business, sub-committee report, old business, adjournment) with no specific proposals, dollar amounts, or public hearings identified.

• Agenda contains only procedural items; no specific business disclosed.

Economic Development Commission

The commission will meet to vote for its officers. The agenda also includes updates from the Economic Development Director and a report on Restaurant Week.

• Voting of the officers

The Economic Development Commission met and received updates from the director, including the sale of the Debonair Hotel for conversion into 30 condos, the sale of Styles School for 30 apartments, and the city's hiring of a planning firm for a downtown study. No formal votes were taken; the commission tabled discussions on Restaurant Week and elections until the next meeting.

• Accepted minutes of previous meeting (motion by S. Williams, second by F. Brown)
• Tabled Restaurant Week discussion until next month
• Tabled elections until March

Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority

The West Haven Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority is meeting to discuss the ERS Director's report. The report includes a proposal for a radio backup to the Zetron station notification system, which has failed at least twice in nine months, at a cost of roughly $2,000 per station. The director also reviewed a recent emergency response at West Haven High School that was resolved safely.

• Proposal for a Federal Informer radio backup to the Zetron system, activated only when the primary system fails; cost roughly $2,000 per station
• Report on a Signal 300 incident at West Haven High School for a student with a gun; the object was a massage device and the response was praised
• Budget report showing $2,235,662 total for Emergency Report System department with 57.8% expended YTD

The Emergency Reporting System Administrative Authority met and received the ERS Director's oral report and year-to-date budget. The board agreed to postpone action on the radio backup until after the tri-district fire meeting. The board entered executive session for a personnel matter and later received a proposed FY 2025-2026 budget.

• Postponed radio backup action until after tri-district fire meeting
• Entered executive session for personnel matter (unanimous)
• Received proposed FY 2025-2026 budget from Director DeJohn

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Commercial, mixed, industrial and other district uses table. The body will also review a proposal for the sale of Stiles School to Ideal Group.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Regulations table 39.2 to allow Special Permit reviews (File #ZR 24-059)
• 8-24 review of the proposed sale of Stiles School to Ideal Group (RFP-001)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning regulation amendment (File #ZR 24-059) to allow more uses by special permit, aimed at boosting economic development. They also voted to send a favorable recommendation to the City Council for the sale of Stiles School to Ideal Group for 30 market-rate units. The meeting included a public hearing and staff reports.

• Approved zoning amendment File #ZR 24-059 with correction deleting 'or recreation' in Section D
• Closed public hearing for File #ZR 24-059
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025
• Sent favorable recommendation for 8-24 Review of Stiles School sale to City Council
• Discussed reinstating moratorium for smoke shops and convenience stores

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Board of Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners holds a regular meeting covering approval of prior minutes, public comment, finance reports, and operational updates. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters including vacation and sick time.

• Approval of January 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public session for community input
• Finance reports including invoices and revenue
• Chief and Fire Marshal operational reports
• Executive session on personnel matters (vacation and sick time)

The commission approved the January 14, 2025 meeting minutes and reviewed the list of processed invoices and revenue. No public comments were made, and no new business was discussed. Reports from the Fire Marshal and Chief covered ongoing projects, including a $55,000 grant application and the hiring of a new firefighter.

• Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accepted list of processed invoices and revenue

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee will review and take action on vendor invoices totaling over $2 million for the Washington School project, including a $2,001,607.59 invoice from Gilbane. They will also discuss project updates, a terra cotta repointing item, and consider new business requiring a two-thirds vote.

• Gilbane invoice of $2,001,607.59 for Washington School project
• Antinozzi invoice of $19,626.30
• Nadler invoice of $3,300.00
• Innovative Engineering Services invoice of $1,825.46
• New business requiring a two-thirds vote

The West Haven Building Committee approved four vendor invoices totaling over $2 million, including a $2,001,607.59 payment to Gilbane, and approved a change order for terra cotta sign repair. All votes were unanimous. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no new business discussed.

• Approved Gilbane invoice 202502-3012 for $2,001,607.59 (unanimous)
• Approved Antinozzi invoice 971844922 for $19,626.30 (unanimous)
• Approved Nadler Mobile invoice 13163 for $3,300.06 (unanimous)
• Approved Innovative Engineering invoice 19939 for $1,825.46 (unanimous)
• Approved change order OS-049 for terra cotta sign repair and sealing, $2,683.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Mobile Modular invoice 2675336 for $4,538.00 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposal from Ideal Group, LLC to redevelop Stiles School and may refer it to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Other business includes waiver of permit fees for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk-a-thon, approval of tax refund overpayments, and updates on ARPA funds and animal shelter donations.

• Referral of Ideal Group, LLC proposal for redevelopment of Stiles School to Planning and Zoning Commission
• Waiver of permit fees for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk-a-thon on May 10, 2025
• Approval of tax refund overpayments for February 2025
• Updates on ARPA funds from Ken Carney
• Animal shelter donation report from Chief Joseph Perno

The West Haven City Council unanimously approved two items: accepting $1,800 in animal shelter donations and waiving permit fees for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk-a-thon on May 10. A proposal to refer the Ideal Group's redevelopment of Stiles School to the Planning and Zoning Commission was held. The meeting also included a proclamation for the Seahawks cheerleaders and updates from the Finance Director and Emergency Management Director.

• Approved $1,800 in animal shelter donations (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of permit fees for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk-a-thon (unanimous)
• Held proposal to refer Ideal Group's Stiles School redevelopment to Planning and Zoning Commission

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal from Ideal Group, LLC for the redevelopment of Stiles School. The body will also consider a request to waive permit fees for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk-a-thon and receive updates on ARPA and emergency management.

• Proposal from Ideal Group, LLC for the redevelopment of Stiles School
• Request to waive permit fees for the May 10 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk-a-thon
• Tax Collector communication regarding overpayments of refunds for February 2025
• Chief Joseph Perno communication regarding Animal Shelter donations
• ARPA and Emergency Management updates

Water Pollution Control Commission

The Water Pollution Control Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, including a public session to review minutes from January 6, 2025. Under new business, the commission will conduct elections, though no further details are provided. The agenda is largely procedural with no other substantive items listed.

• Elections for commission leadership under new business

The Water Pollution Control Commission met and discussed the need for employee overtime payroll reports to approve the new budget, along with the sewage removal and sludge fund budget. Compliance Inspector Paul Butler provided a year-to-date spreadsheet of Fog permits, sewer permits, and sewer hookup applications. The January minutes were approved, and the meeting adjourned.

• Requested employee overtime payroll reports for budget approval
• Discussed sewage removal and sludge fund budget
• Received year-to-date spreadsheet of permits and applications
• Approved January minutes

Harbor Management Commission

The West Haven Harbor Management Commission will consider an advisory report on a proposed lease of the Savin Rock Conference Center to ATR Hospitality Group LLC, requested by the City Council under RFP #2025-07 at 6 Rock Street. The commission will also receive an update on a SHIPP grant application for the April Street boat launch.

• Advisory report on lease of Savin Rock Conference Center between City and ATR Hospitality Group LLC (RFP #2025-07)
• Update on SHIPP grant application for April Street boat launch, including letter from CT Port Authority
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

The commission voted to recommend to the City Council a proposed lease of the Savin Rock Conference Center to ATR Hospitality Group LLC for a restaurant/events/rooftop bar. They also discussed the April Street boat launch SHIPP grant application, noting funds have not yet been allocated by the bond commission. A proposed amendment to the Harbor Management Act was discussed, with DEEP opposing it.

• Recommended Savin Rock Conference Center lease to City Council (motion passed)
• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned at 7:08 PM (motion passed)

Board of Police Commissioners

This meeting is largely procedural, with the board reviewing minutes, hearing a monthly animal control report, and receiving updates from the chief, deputy chief, and committees. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Animal Control Report for December 2024
• Reports from Police Chief and Deputy Chief
• Pension committee report
• Public input opportunity (3 minutes per person)

The West Haven Board of Police Commissioners met on February 4, 2025, and handled only procedural matters. They approved the agenda and minutes, heard reports from the Chief and Deputy Chief, and entered executive session to discuss personnel. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda with added personnel item (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 7:36 p.m. (unanimous)

ARPA Committee

The West Haven ARPA Committee will discuss the chairman's report and an updated ARPA spending plan, followed by a project list update. Action is required on numerous invoices for projects including CARES Act financial management, park repairs, food bank, storm water management, broadband access, fire district upgrades, and arts community funding. The committee will also consider new business and close out several completed tasks.

• CARES Act Financial Management: invoices totaling $30,987.75 from Carmody and UHY
• Parks Fund: invoices for Frankson Fence for repairs at EVets Park and Community Garden guard rail/gate ($5,733 total)
• Food Bank: invoice of $15,043.19 from New Reach
• Storm Water Management Problem Areas: invoice of $18,533.50 from SLR
• Fire Districts Allingtown: multiple invoices including $77,662.50 from Diversity Construction and $47,288 from Stryker

The West Haven ARPA Committee unanimously approved numerous invoices and payments for various projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, including CARES Act financial management, park repairs, food bank support, storm water management, fire district work, and facility upgrades. The committee also received updates on several projects, noting that some are awaiting closeout documents or have signed MOUs. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Carmody invoice $20,744.00 for CARES Act financial management (unanimous)
• Approved UHY invoices $8,662.50 and $1,581.25 (unanimous)
• Approved Frankson Fence invoices for Vets Park repairs $3,893.00 and Community Garden guard rail $1,840.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Parks Management labor reimbursement $9,378.90 for Oct-Dec 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved New Reach invoice $15,043.19 for Food Bank (unanimous)
• Approved SLR invoice $18,533.50 for storm water management (unanimous)
• Approved multiple invoices for fire districts, facilities, and other projects (unanimous)
• Approved West Haven Voice invoice $1,500.00 (unanimous, Ken Carney abstained)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission meets to discuss procedural matters, including approval of prior minutes and an appointment to an ordinance sub-committee. The agenda is largely administrative with no specific rent disputes or new policies listed.

• Appointment of Ordinance Sub-Committee (new business)
• Approval of minutes from January 7, 2025 meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss new business. The agenda includes the introduction of New Human Resource Commissioner John Carrano.

• Introduction of New Human Resource Commissioner John Carrano

The commission discussed the potential sale of North End Field to the University of New Haven for $500,000, with no bids received. They also discussed implementing usage fees for Veterans Field and Quigley Stadium, and exploring redevelopment of Quigley Stadium. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved January 6, 2025 minutes (motion by Depew, second by Mays)
• Discussed UNH purchase of North End Field for $500,000 (no action)
• Discussed implementing field usage fees for Veterans Field and Quigley Stadium (no action)
• Discussed potential redevelopment of Quigley Stadium as multipurpose field (no action)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three applications for electric vehicle charging stations at 2-5 Treat Street, 511-512 Main Street, and 92-96 Elm Street. The regular meeting includes a site plan review for a solar canopy facility at the West Haven Police Department parking lot, proposed by Greenskies Clean Energy LLC. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing: 8 EV charging stations at 2-5 Treat Street (R4 district)
• Public hearing: 8 EV charging stations at 511-512 Main Street (TOD district)
• Public hearing: 8 EV charging stations plus transformer pad at 92-96 Elm Street (NB district)
• Site plan review: solar canopy facility at West Haven Police Department, 200 Sawmill Road
• Approval of minutes from Nov 26, 2024 and Dec 10, 2024 meetings

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three applications for electric vehicle charging stations at 2-5 Treat Street, 511-513 Main Street, and 92-96 Elm Street, with conditions. It also approved a solar canopy project at the police department. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved EV charging stations at 2-5 Treat Street (SP 25-001, SR 25-002) with condition that chargers are residential-only
• Approved EV charging stations at 511-513 Main Street (SP 25-003, SR 25-004)
• Approved EV charging stations at 92-96 Elm Street (SR 25-006) reduced to four chargers in rear
• Approved solar canopy at 200 Sawmill Road (SR 25-007) for police department parking lot

Seniors Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission is holding a regular meeting on January 28, 2025, in the City Council chambers. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

The West Haven Seniors Commission held its organizational meeting on January 28, 2025, with no prior minutes or business. The board discussed general objectives and goals, including increasing membership and modernizing facilities, and unanimously elected Debra Johnson as Chairperson, Leonora Rodriguez as Vice-Chairperson, and Dominic Broccoli as Secretary. No formal decisions were made beyond the officer elections.

• Elected Debra Johnson as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Leonora Rodriguez as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Dominic Broccoli as Secretary (unanimous)

West Haven High School Building Committee

The West Haven High School Building Committee has cancelled its January 28, 2025 regular meeting because there is no new business to conduct. The notice was issued by the City Clerk's office on January 22, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of new business

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on a $26,289,900 bond ordinance for fiscal 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 capital budget appropriations, and a proposal from Ideal Group, LLC to redevelop Stiles School, which Mayor Borer has requested be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Other items include approval of minutes, tax refund communications, a Lake Street project update, and a fire department community risk reduction program update.

• Public hearing and consideration of a $26,289,900 bond ordinance plus financing costs for capital budget appropriations
• Mayor Borer's request to refer Ideal Group, LLC's Stiles School redevelopment proposal to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Tax refund overpayments reported by the Tax Collector for January 2025
• Update on the Lake Street project
• Chief Terenzio of the Allingtown Fire Department to present a Community Risk Reduction Program update

The City Council approved a $12,450,900 bond ordinance to fund fiscal 2023/2024 capital budget projects, including road paving, vehicle replacements, and school improvements. The council also approved referring a proposal from Ideal Group, LLC for the redevelopment of Stiles School to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Minutes from the January 13 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved $12,450,900 bond ordinance for capital projects (unanimous)
• Approved referral of Ideal Group, LLC proposal for Stiles School redevelopment to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous, with two abstentions)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and then consider an ordinance authorizing $26,289,900 in bonds plus financing costs for fiscal 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 capital projects. Also on the agenda: referring a proposal from Ideal Group, LLC to redevelop Stiles School to the Planning and Zoning Commission, approval of tax refund overpayments, and an update on the Lake Street project.

• Public hearing on ordinance authorizing $26,289,900 bond issuance for capital budget appropriations
• Referral of Ideal Group, LLC's proposal for Stiles School redevelopment to Planning and Zoning Commission
• Tax refund overpayments for January 2025 (Communication A and B)
• Update on Lake Street project (unfinished business)
• Community Risk Reduction Program update from Allingtown Fire Department

Board of Health

The West Haven Board of Health holds its regular meeting to review draft bylaws developed by its members and to hear a presentation from City Councilwoman Katherine Tucker. The board also reviews minutes from prior meetings and receives reports from the Health Department.

• Review of draft bylaws for Board of Health
• Presentation by Katherine Tucker, 7th District City Councilwoman

The Board of Health met with all members present and heard a presentation from Councilwoman Tucker on the opioid crisis and Narcan availability, including grant and statistics information. The board accepted the November and December minutes without changes and continued reviewing by-laws. No formal decisions were made beyond accepting the minutes and adjourning.

• Accepted November and December minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 pm (unanimous)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review attendance, traffic, and training reports from late 2024. The meeting includes a discussion on a traffic request and an executive session regarding personnel.

• Attendance Report - December 2024
• Traffic Report - December 2024
• Training Report - November/December 2024
• Traffic Request
• Executive Session: Personnel

The Board of Police Commissioners approved a traffic request to install 2-3 'NO PARKING ANYTIME' signs on the southbound side of lower Campbell Avenue adjacent to the Campbell Avenue Plaza. The board also accepted the previous meeting's minutes, with one abstention, and entered executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved traffic request for 2-3 NO PARKING ANYTIME signs on lower Campbell Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from January 7, 2025 meeting (Commissioner Suggs abstained)
• Added agenda item 11.2 regarding legal matters (unanimous)
• Invited Chief Perno and Corporate Counsel to Executive Session (unanimous)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel and legal matters (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency

The Inland Wetlands Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, at 6:30 PM. No items were discussed or decided. The meeting will not take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Fair Rent Commission

The City of West Haven Fair Rent Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will hear a monthly financial report for November 2024 and an update on the FY 2025-2026 budget process. The meeting includes public comment time and will cover any old or new business raised by members.

• Finance Director Michael Gormany presents November 2024 monthly financial report
• Update on the FY 2025-2026 budget process
• Any other finance updates as needed
• Public comments allowed up to three minutes per speaker

Board of Ethics

This is a regular monthly meeting of the West Haven Board of Ethics. The agenda consists almost entirely of procedural items: pledge, roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment. The only substantive discussion is a review of a draft tri-fold document under old business. No new business items are listed.

• Approval of July 18th Regular Meeting Minutes
• Review of draft tri-fold document (Old Business)

Energy Commission

The West Haven Energy Commission will meet to approve minutes from December, hear public input, and receive reports from subcommittees on development and clean energy outreach. Other items include old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of December 18, 2024 minutes
• Public input period
• Development subcommittee report
• Clean Energy Community Outreach subcommittee report
• Old and new business discussion

Energy Commission

The regular meeting of the Energy Commission scheduled for January 15, 2025, has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Haven Zoning Board of Appeals will continue a public hearing on a one-time lot split at 34 Andrews Street and a related variance for Ardell Street, both by Stark Homes, LLC, requiring reductions in minimum lot area. The board will also hold public hearings on four new variance requests: solar panels visible from the street at 587 Savin Avenue, setback variances for additions at 54 Annawon Avenue and 118 Ivy Street, and a garage conversion at 230 Highland Avenue. Deliberations on all items will follow.

• Continuation of lot split variance for 34 Andrews Street: propose 6,484sf lot where 16,000sf required
• Continuation of variance for Ardell Street: propose 8,707sf lot where 16,000sf required
• Public hearing for solar panels at 587 Savin Avenue: request to mount panels visible from street in VDO district
• Public hearing for setback variances at 54 Annawon Avenue: front yard 15' vs 30', side yards 10-12' vs 15' for addition
• Public hearing for multiple variances at 118 Ivy Street: front yard 6' vs 25', side yard 9' vs 15', building coverage 28% vs 20% for addition