Coventry public meetings in 2025

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will consider several board appointments and potential ordinance changes. The meeting includes discussions on firearms safety and home shooting ranges, as well as updates to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance.

• Proposed ordinance from the Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee
• Possible change to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance
• Modification to the Senior Center Van Driver job description
• Appointments for Conservation, Human Rights, Parks & Recreation, and Veterans commissions
• Discussion of expanded Veterans residential property tax exemptions (not ready for action)

The council accepted the November 24 minutes without amendment. It unanimously recommended and approved appointments to the Conservation Commission, Human Rights Commission, Pension & Retirement Committee, and Veterans Memorial & Events Commission. Several Parks & Recreation Commission appointments were continued to the next meeting. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted November 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Brian Coss to Conservation Commission (term expires 1/1/2030, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lisa Conant to Human Rights Commission (term expires 1/1/2028, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Sam Belsito to Pension & Retirement Committee (term expires 1/1/2029, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jamie DePaola to Veterans Memorial & Events Commission (term expires 1/1/2028, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Peter DePaola to Veterans Memorial & Events Commission (term expires 1/1/2028, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of William Glenney to Veterans Memorial & Events Commission (term expires 1/1/2028, unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Rick Nowsch to Veterans Memorial & Events Commission (term expires 1/1/2028, unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will review minutes and financial statements, hear reports from Public Works and Sexton, and discuss old business items including implementing previously approved lot price increases, a proposed interment price increase, and upcoming capital project proposals. New business will cover winter activity goals and a wreaths ceremony. An executive session may be held if needed.

• Implement lot price increases approved at the last meeting
• Discuss proposed interment price increase
• Review capital project proposals that are due
• Discuss winter activities and goals
• Potential executive session

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will approve the minutes from its December 3, 2025 meeting, discuss input from the town registrar and town clerk, and review changes to the town charter, including Chapter V and Chapter VI, using the current charter and Draft Charter Revision V2 documents. The commission will also plan future meetings and address any other business.

• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2025
• Discussion with Town Registrar
• Discussion with Town Clerk
• Review and discussion of Charter Chapter V
• Review and discussion of Charter Chapter VI

The commission approved the December 3 minutes unanimously and moved agenda items 3 and 4 to a later meeting. It voted unanimously to swap Chapter V (Appointed Offices) with Chapter VI (Town Manager) in the charter draft. The commission also agreed to edit Section 3‑1 using the attorney’s language, to delete Section 5‑1A and add a hiring statement to Section 5‑1, and to relocate the Planning and Zoning subsection to Section 5‑4.

• Approved December 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved agenda items 3 and 4 to a future meeting (unanimous)
• Swapped Charter Chapters V and VI (unanimous)
• Adopted attorney‑proposed language for Section 3‑1 (unanimous)
• Removed Section 5‑1A and added hiring statement to end of Section 5‑1 (unanimous)
• Relocated Planning and Zoning subsection to Section 5‑4 (unanimous)

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Senior & Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee's special meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were decided or discussed. The next regular meeting is set for January 28, 2026.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will review several permit applications for residential and municipal projects. The body will also address an enforcement case regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive.

• WP-25-30: Proposed surface water circulator at Patriots Park (124 Lake Street)
• WP-25-32: Proposed 24’x24’ garage at 167 Geraldine Drive
• WP-25-33: Garage demolition at 152 Cheney Lane
• Timber harvest notification with wetland and stream crossings at 1266 Cedar Swamp Road
• Enforcement action for material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive

The Inland Wetlands Agency reviewed the WP-25-30 water aerator proposal for Patriots Park, including design details, grant funding, and health monitoring data. Commissioners raised concerns about testing scope, geese management, and potential impacts on other lake areas. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The Coventry Committee will review several old‑business items, including the Lions Club Christmas Tree, Christmas in the Village, the 2026 Kid Governor program, and an invitation to Prince William. New business will cover upcoming 2026 events, talks, and coordination among town departments and community groups. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Lions Club Christmas Tree
• Christmas in the Village
• Kid Governor program – 2026
• Mary Ann Hansen’s invitation to Prince William
• 2026 Events List and talks

The committee voted to accept the previous meeting minutes, which passed unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. No other actions were decided.

• Accepted previous minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 PM (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a pending appeal of a previous decision in executive session. A scheduled public hearing for a variance at 710 Goose Lane has been postponed to January 20.

• Executive Session regarding pending appeal of ZBA-25-16 decision
• Postponement of ZBA-25-17 variance request for a rear deck at 710 Goose Lane
• Approval of November 18, 2025, meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the November 18, 2025 special meeting minutes with corrections by a 5‑0‑0 vote. The board postponed the variance request ZBA-25-17 for 710 Goose Lane to the January 20, 2026 meeting. Handbooks for new members were distributed and a training session was scheduled for January 20, 2026. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0‑0 motion.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes with corrections (5-0-0)
• Postponed variance request ZBA-25-17 to Jan 20, 2026 meeting
• Distributed handbooks to new members and set training for Jan 20, 2026
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will consider selecting projects for a bond referendum and setting goals for 2025-2027. The meeting also includes the ratification of the Town Manager's appointment of the Finance Director as Acting Deputy Town Manager.

• Consideration of bond projects for a potential referendum
• Consideration of Town Council goals for 2025-2027
• Ratification of Finance Director Cherie Trahan as Acting Deputy Town Manager
• Recognition of departing Town Council Members Milkovic & O'Brien
• Acceptance of December 1, 2025 Town Council meeting minutes

The council voted to accept the December 1, 2025 meeting minutes. They also approved the consent agenda items in a single motion. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet to conduct internal organizational business. The agenda focuses on electing a Chairman and Secretary and establishing the meeting calendar for 2026.

• Election of Chairman and Secretary
• Setting of 2026 meeting dates
• Approval of September 18, 2025 minutes

The Board of Assessment Appeals approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. Carolyn Arabolos was elected chair and Carolyn Gerrity elected secretary, each unanimously. The Board adopted the 2026 dates for real estate, personal property, and motor vehicle appeals, and scheduled a training session for January 7, 2027. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Elected Carolyn Arabolos as Chair (all in favor)
• Elected Carolyn Gerrity as Secretary (all in favor)
• Adopted 2026 Real Estate and Personal Property Appeals dates (all in favor)
• Adopted 2026 Motor Vehicle Appeals dates (all in favor)
• Scheduled Board training for Jan 7, 2027 at Mansfield Town Hall (informational)
• Set meeting to determine 2027 dates for Thursday, November 5, 2026 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 PM (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coventry Parks & Recreation Commission will meet on December 11, 2025. The commission will review an update on the Patriots Park STEAP project and discuss several community topics, including Lisicke Beach, the Coventry Lake Foundation, Music in the Park, and bandshell improvements. The body will also take action to set the dates for its 2026 meetings. No decisions are recorded for the discussion items at this time.

• Patriots Park STEAP Project Update
• Lisicke Beach Discussion
• Coventry Lake Foundation Discussion
• Music in the Park Discussion
• 2026 Meeting Dates – action

The commission voted to approve the November 13, 2025 minutes at the January 8, 2026 meeting. A motion moved the Coventry Lake Foundation discussion up on the agenda and was adopted. The commission accepted the listed 2026 meeting dates and removed the December 10, 2026 meeting.

• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes for future approval (motion passed)
• Moved Coventry Lake Foundation discussion up on agenda (motion passed)
• Accepted 2026 commission meeting dates and removed Dec 10, 2026 meeting (motion passed)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will meet to approve minutes from November 2025 and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Sewer Use Fees. The meeting will be held via Zoom on December 11, 2025.

• Approval of November 13, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of WPCA Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
• Discussion of Sewer Use Fees

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. Members voted to adopt the minutes with three votes in favor and one abstention. The board discussed the FY27 budget and agreed that a 5% increase in sewer use fees will be sufficient. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved November 13, 2025 WPCA minutes (For: Brand, Murphy, Matthewson; Abstain: Twerdy)
• Agreed to a 5% increase in sewer use fees for FY27

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority is holding a public scoping meeting to discuss the Coventry Water Pollution Control Facility upgrade. The session includes overviews of the project and the Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) process.

• Public scoping process overview
• Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) overview
• Project overview for the Water Pollution Control Facility upgrade
• Public comment period open until December 18, 2025

The Water Pollution Control Authority met on Dec 11, 2025 to conduct a CEPA public‑scoping session for the proposed upgrade of the town’s wastewater treatment facility. Presentations described two alternatives – expanding the existing plant to 266,000 GPD with surface discharge, or converting to a pump station sending wastewater to Windham’s plant – and outlined the next steps for an Environmental Impact Evaluation. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and open for public comment.

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet to discuss expanding affordable senior housing at Orchard Hill Estates, review solar and GreenBank contracts, and set 2026 meeting dates.

• Presentation on expanding affordable senior housing at Orchard Hill Estates
• Review of solar and CT GreenBank contracts
• Setting 2026 meeting dates
• Director's report including Orchard Hill Estates updates

The board approved the October and November treasurer's reports and the October and November expenditures, both unanimously. It also approved the CT Greenbank solar lease as revised by David Hoopes with a unanimous vote. The 2026 meeting dates (second Tuesday of each month) and a motion to add a review of expenditures to the agenda were likewise approved unanimously. No other business was taken up.

• Approved October and November treasurer's reports (unanimous)
• Approved CT Greenbank solar lease as edited by David Hoopes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates – second Tuesday of each month (unanimous)
• Approved October and November expenditures as presented (unanimous)
• Approved motion to move agenda item before Treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved motion to suspend rules and add Item V – review of expenditures – to agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency Low Impact Development Work Group is meeting to review a draft LID policy and resolution. The group will also discuss educational initiatives, including a sustainable landscape workshop and a town newsletter article.

• Draft LID Policy and Resolution
• Draft article for the town quarterly newsletter
• Planning for Spring/Summer 2026 LID Sustainable Landscape Workshop
• Lake Smart Program and New Hampshire Lakes program discussion
• UConn Intern Work Plan Concepts

The December 9, 2025 meeting of the Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency Low Impact Development Work Group discussed draft policies, lake protection documents, and upcoming workshops. Members were assigned several follow‑up tasks, including circulating drafts and exploring a Lake Smart program. Future meeting dates were scheduled, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• LM to email draft LID policy to JR, then to Jim Drumm for possible inclusion in December meeting
• LM to email draft “Why and How to protect the Lake” documents to the LID Work Group for comment
• LM to discuss hiring a professional to draft the next Coventry Lake Management Plan with JR and Jim Drumm
• LM to send RP’s draft State of the Lake Forum article to Ben and Deb for review before the 12/15 email blast
• LM to explore adopting a Lake Smart program based on New Hampshire and Maine models
• LM to email JR about a potential intern from CRCOG’s Sustainable CT program
• AB to share Lake Protection survey responses with other districts to gather more input
• AB to draft agenda for the May 16, 2026 LID Sustainable Landscape Workshop and circulate it to the group

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will meet on December 8, 2025 to consider approving the 2026 meeting schedule and electing officers for 2026. The committee will also receive an update on hydrilla management and a report on the Green Valley eagle count from January 2026. All items are on the agenda for this regular meeting held at Town Hall Conference Room D.

• Approve 2026 meeting schedule
• Election of officers for 2026
• Hydrilla update
• Update from Green Valley Eagle Count January 2026

The committee approved the September 8, 2025 and October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. Members confirmed the 2026 regular‑meeting calendar for the second Monday each month. Charles Brown was elected Chair and Richard Pearson was elected Secretary (Pearson abstained). The committee also agreed to support the May 16, 2026 “Using Plants to Protect Our Water” workshop.

• Approved Sept 8 2025 minutes (5‑0‑1)
• Approved Oct 21 2025 minutes (3‑0‑2)
• Confirmed 2026 meeting schedule (5‑0)
• Elected Charles Brown as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Richard Pearson as Secretary (4‑0‑1)
• Supported “Using Plants to Protect Our Water” workshop

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a special permit for a non-conforming use and retail nursery at 89 Flanders Road. The body will also review a bridge replacement referral and a subdivision filing extension.

• Public hearing for special permit for retail nursery/greenhouse at 89 Flanders Road (PZC-25-17)
• CGS 8-24 referral for the Bunker Hill Road Bridge Replacement (PZC-25-18)
• Filing deadline extension for Charlie Brown 3-lot subdivision on Boston Turnpike (PZC-25-6)
• Preliminary discussion regarding 24 Daly Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the replacement of the Bunker Hill Road bridge over Rufus Brook, with the motion carried (vote tally recorded as X:X:X). It also adopted zoning regulation language changes for two‑family dwellings and set their effective date as January 1 2026. The commission extended the filing deadline for the Charlie Brown subdivision to April 1 2026 and continued the public hearing on the special permit for 89 Flanders Road to the January 12 2026 meeting. Minutes from the November 24 2025 meeting were approved with one abstention.

• Approved Bunker Hill Road bridge replacement over Rufus Brook (vote X:X:X)
• Adopted zoning regulation language changes for two‑family dwellings (5‑0‑0)
• Set effective date of new two‑family dwelling regulations to Jan 1 2026 (5‑0‑0)
• Extended filing deadline for Charlie Brown 3‑lot subdivision to Apr 1 2026 (5‑0‑0)
• Continued public hearing on special permit for 89 Flanders Road to Jan 12 2026 (no vote)
• Revised agenda to replace preliminary discussion with zoning amendment item (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Nov 24 2025 meeting minutes with one abstention (4‑0‑1 then 5‑0‑0)
• Noted pending lawsuit against Zoning Board of Appeals (no decision)

Town Council

The joint Finance Committee and Board of Education Fiscal Committee will discuss shared services, the health‑insurance renewal timeline, and the draft Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2027‑2031. They will review the FY 2025‑26 Board of Education budget drivers and the status of the FY 2024‑25 audit and auditor RFP. The committee will also consider items for future bonding projects. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Discussion of shared services (enclosure)
• Review of health‑insurance provider timeline and decision tasks
• Presentation of Board of Education draft Capital Improvement Plan FY2027‑2031
• Review of FY 2025‑26 Board of Education budget drivers and concerns
• Consideration of items for future bonding projects

The joint Town Council Finance Committee and Board of Education Fiscal Committee meeting reviewed shared service items, including janitorial services and utility contract bidding. They discussed the timeline for a health‑insurance presentation by USI and the need for BOE notification of contracts. Updates on the BOE CIP priorities, special education budget concerns, and the status of the FY 24/25 audit and upcoming auditor RFP were provided. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and elect a Chairman and Secretary. The body will also establish its meeting schedule for 2026.

• Election of Chairman and Secretary
• Setting of 2026 meeting dates
• Approval of September 18, 2025 minutes

Economic Development Commission

The Coventry Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to review draft procedures for events, discuss business visitations, and review meeting dates for 2026. The body will also receive updates on social media, CT Countryside, and the Farmers' Market.

• Review draft procedures for EDC events
• Business visitation: Worn Yesterday Shoppe at 1364 Main Street
• Review meeting dates for 2026
• Updates on Social Media and Communications
• Updates on CT Countryside and Farmers' Market

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The committee will meet to review agency updates and discuss local traffic authority items. The agenda includes a debrief of the November 8, 2025, Veterans Day Road Race and coordination for Christmas in the Village on December 7, 2025.

• Debrief of Veterans Day Road Race (11/8/25)
• Coordination for Christmas in the Village (12/7/2025)
• Local Traffic Authority items for consideration/discussion

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee met on December 4, 2025, and approved the existing traffic and parking plans for the upcoming Christmas in the Village event, with additional cone placements to block roads near food trucks. The committee also discussed the Veterans Day Road Race debrief, noting a record number of runners and considering one-way traffic for next year. Agency updates were provided, including police statistics, fire department equipment issues, and winter preparedness.

• Approved Christmas in the Village traffic plan with added cones (unanimous)
• Accepted November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• DPW to place six cones to block road near food trucks at Patriots Park
• Discussed one-way traffic for future Veterans Day Road Race (no formal action)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:55 PM (unanimous)

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will approve the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes and examine financial statements for bonded HVAC projects. It will discuss the CHS roof project, the unit ventilator/HVAC project, and review recent payment applications and invoices. The meeting also includes a proposal for the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Approve minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting
• Review financial statements for bonded HVAC projects (documents dated 7/22/25)
• Discuss the CHS roof project
• Discuss the unit ventilator/HVAC project and project schedule for December 2025
• Review Pro‑Mech payment applications 20 and 21 and an ICDS invoice from October 2024

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee approved four payments totaling $204,494.13 for the CHS HVAC and roof projects, including Pro-Mech applications 20 and 21, an ICDS engineering invoice, and a QA+M inspection invoice. The committee also approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule, which moves the January meeting to January 5 due to New Year's Day. The HVAC project remains in a holding pattern for air conditioning testing until warmer weather, with a requested extension through July.

• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized QA+M Invoice 17506 for $137.50 (unanimous)
• Authorized Pro-Mech Payment Application 20 for $144,055.63 (unanimous)
• Authorized Pro-Mech Payment Application 21 for $4,161.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized ICDS Invoice 232684 for $56,140.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule, moving January meeting to Jan 5 (consensus)

Conservation Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Coventry Conservation Commission for December 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2026.

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will review draft changes and discuss specific chapters of the town charter. The body will also approve prior meeting minutes and plan future sessions with town staff.

• Approval of October and November meeting minutes
• Review of Draft Charter Revision V1
• Discussion of Charter Chapters III, IV, and V
• Planning meetings with Town Staff
• Public comment period (30 minutes)

The Charter Revision Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 1, October 23 and November 20 meetings. A motion to place agenda item 8 (Planning of Meetings and Discussion of Charter With Town Staff) immediately after agenda item 4 was also passed unanimously. The commission agreed to capitalize all defined terms in the charter and to keep the planning‑of‑meetings item as a recurring agenda item. Additional staff, including the Registrar of Voters and the Town Clerk, were scheduled to attend upcoming meetings.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved agenda item 8 to follow agenda item 4 (unanimous)
• Agreed to capitalize all defining terms (e.g., Town Council, Town Manager)
• Agreed to keep the planning‑of‑meetings agenda item as a recurring item
• Registrar of Voters scheduled to attend the Dec 18 meeting
• Town Clerk to be invited to the next meeting, pending availability

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council meeting will accept the November 17, 2025 minutes and review project updates. Unfinished business includes an update from the Registrar of Voters on elections and department matters. New business items are a Board of Education correspondence, a daycare property tax abatement, a federal shutdown update, and a special session on housing and firefighter cancer relief.

• Accept minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting
• Projects/Issues Update (memo dated 11-26-25)
• Registrar of Voters: Election and department update
• Daycare Property Tax Abatement correspondence
• Special Session: Housing & Firefighter Cancer Relief

The Town Council accepted the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes after minor wording edits. They approved the consent agenda and, at the request of a member, removed item 9.C for brief discussion. All votes were unanimous with every member voting for and none against or abstaining.

• Accepted November 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Removed item 9.C from consent agenda for discussion (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will accept the October 27, 2025 minutes and hear monthly board and commission reports. Members will discuss a proposed firearms ordinance prepared by the Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee. They will also discuss changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance. A possible action on expanding veterans residential property tax exemptions will be considered, though it is not ready for action.

• Discussion of proposed firearms ordinance (Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee)
• Discussion of changes to Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance
• Consideration of expanded veterans residential property tax exemptions (not ready for action)

The Town Council Steering Committee accepted the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No appointments, ordinances, or other substantive measures were approved, denied, or tabled during this session.

• Accepted October 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coventry Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on November 24, 2025 at Town Hall Annex. During the meeting, the commission will hold an executive‑session discussion of a recent Zoning Board of Appeals action. The commission will also consider a potential motion before adjourning.

• Executive Session – discussion of recent ZBA action
• Potential motion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss modifications to zoning regulations regarding two-family dwellings. The body will also consider a special permit for a farm and retail nursery expansion.

• Public hearing on PZC-25-11 to modify zoning regulations for two-family dwellings
• Special permit application PZC-25-17 for farm and retail nursery expansion at 89 Flanders Road
• Discussion of Sec. 5.13 regarding Apartment/Condominium Developments

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5‑0‑0 to approve amendments to the zoning regulations for two‑family dwellings, aligning them with the Affordable Housing Plan. It also voted 4‑0‑1 to appeal the variance granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals on November 18, 2025. A special‑permit hearing for a farm property at 89 Flanders Road was scheduled for December 8, 2025. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved two‑family dwelling zoning language changes (5-0-0)
• Appealed ZBA variance ZBA-25-16 to Superior Court (4-0-1)
• Accepted new Agenda Item 3 (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for special permit at 89 Flanders Road (Dec 8, 2025)
• Acknowledged no public audience present

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Inland Wetland Agency Low Impact Development Work Group will meet with the Town of Columbia to review watershed protection measures. Participants will outline the work group's actions and explore future collaboration. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

The Inland Wetlands Agency meeting reviewed the Columbia Lake Management Plan, recent lake surveys, and nutrient allocation strategies. No votes or formal approvals were recorded. The agency assigned follow‑up actions: Columbia will send the nutrient regulation and current POCD, and the LID will invite residents to a May 16, 2026 water‑quality workshop, issue a Save‑the‑Date flyer, and consider a UConn internship for LID tracking.

• Columbia to send nutrient regulation and current POCD (assigned)
• LID to invite Columbia residents to May 16, 2026 workshop (assigned)
• LID to send Save the Date flyer for the workshop (assigned)
• LID to possibly invite Columbia to participate in UConn internship for LID tracking (assigned)

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will review and vote on proposals to increase lot and interment prices, select locations for a sycamore planting, and schedule a clean-up for Wreaths Across America. The meeting will also include a public works report and a sexton's report.

• Review and vote on lot price increase proposal
• Review and vote on interment price increase proposal
• Review and vote on columbarium proposal and pricing
• Select locations for sycamore planting
• Schedule cemetery clean-up before Wreaths Across America

The commission approved the minutes from the August, September and October meetings unanimously. It voted 3‑0 to send a draft letter to the Mansfield family about their Grant Hill Cemetery lot. The commission also approved a lot‑price increase, adding a 50 % discount for infants, keeping the veteran discount and removing the lower‑cost tier, with the changes to take effect after town‑manager notification and website update. Additionally, members voted 3‑0 to set aside $30,000 from Fund 202 and Trust 613 for a potential Rock of Ages columbarium project pending further approval.

• Approved August‑October meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Approved sending draft letter to Mansfield family (3‑0)
• Approved lot price increase with infant discount, veteran discount, and removal of lower tier (3‑0)
• Approved allocation of $30,000 from Fund 202 and Trust 613 for potential columbarium project (3‑0)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will hold a public hearing to gather initial comments and recommendations for revising the Coventry Town Charter. The meeting will also include a review of the current charter's chapters.

• Public hearing for initial Charter Revision comments and recommendations
• Review and discussion of Charter Chapter I
• Review and discussion of Charter Chapter II
• Review and discussion of Charter Chapter III

The Charter Revision Commission voted to reopen the public hearing at 6:52 PM to hear a citizen who missed the earlier session; the motion was passed unanimously. Later, the commission voted to close the public hearing for the remainder of the meeting at 6:55 PM, also passing unanimously.

• Reopened public hearing at 6:52 PM – passed unanimously (motion by Beausoleil, seconded by Liptrap)
• Closed public hearing for remainder of meeting at 6:55 PM – passed unanimously (motion by Elsesser, seconded by Beausoleil)

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee will meet to review project updates and housing regulations. The body will also discuss providing affordable housing information on the website.

• Orchard Hills Estate Project update
• Two Family Housing Regulations update
• Website discussion regarding affordable housing information
• Adoption of 2026 meeting dates

The committee approved the minutes from the October 29 site walk and the September 24 regular meeting, each with unanimous support. A motion to adopt the 2026 meeting schedule was also passed unanimously. No other formal votes were taken; remaining agenda items were discussed and assigned for follow‑up.

• Approved 10/29/25 site walk minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 9/24/25 regular meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency set a Phase 1 restoration deadline of December 17, 2025 for the vernal pool at 77 Tall Oak Drive, with construction slated for November 20‑21, 2025. The WP‑25‑30 application for a surface‑water circulator at Patriots Park was continued to the December 17, 2025 meeting. For the proposed garage at 167 Geraldine Drive (WP‑25‑32), the commission required a new site plan, an encroachment permit and a construction sequence. For the demolition at 152 Cheney Lane (WP‑25‑33), the commission requested a remedial action plan for the existing 275‑gallon above‑ground storage tank.

• Agenda additions 8.A and 9.B approved (unanimous)
• WP‑25‑30 application continued to Dec 17, 2025 meeting
• Require new site plan and encroachment permit for WP‑25‑32 garage
• Commission requests remedial action plan for AST on WP‑25‑33 demolition
• Phase 1 restoration of 77 Tall Oak Drive vernal pool to be completed by Dec 17, 2025
• Construction for 77 Tall Oak Drive restoration scheduled for Nov 20‑21, 2025

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority will hear a presentation by Jana Roberson and Robin Newton on an ad‑hoc study committee examining options to expand affordable senior housing at Orchard Hill Estates. The board will also review the Solar and CT GreenBank contract, set meeting dates for 2026, and consider the director’s report and expenditure approvals. Standard items such as approval of minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer’s report are also on the agenda.

• Presentation on expanding affordable senior housing at Orchard Hill Estates (Adhoc Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee)
• Review of Solar and CT GreenBank contract (reviewed by David Hoopes)
• Review and approval of expenditures
• Set 2026 meeting dates
• Director’s report including Orchard Hill update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coventry Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance applications. The requests involve lot line modifications, creation of a non‑conforming lot, a rear deck setback, and multiple setbacks for poultry structures at specific addresses. The board will also consider approving the 2026 meeting schedule and the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting.

• ZBA-25-15: variance for lot line modification at 44 and 66 Pine Lake Drive (LR Zone)
• ZBA-25-16: variance to create a non‑conforming lot under 40,000 sq ft at Ross Avenue and Avery Shores Drive (LR Zone)
• ZBA-25-17: variance for rear deck setback at 710 Goose Lane (GR‑80 Zone)
• ZBA-25-18: variances for multiple poultry structure setbacks at 89 Flanders Road (R/A Zone)
• Approval of 2026 ZBA meeting schedule and September 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously elected William Zenko as Chair, Mike Gerrity as Vice Chair, and Caroline Dowd as Secretary. The board approved variance ZBA-25-15 to adjust the lot line between 44 and 66 Pine Lake Drive with a 5‑0 vote. A second variance request (ZBA-25-16) was discussed but no decision was made.

• Elected William Zenko as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Gerrity as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Caroline Dowk as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved variance ZBA-25-15 for lot line modification at 44 & 66 Pine Lake Drive (5-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will hear a presentation from the Adhoc Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee. The body will also review a solar and CT Greenbank contract and approve expenditures.

• Presentation on expanding affordable senior housing at Orchard Hill Estates
• Review of solar and CT Greenbank contract
• Approval of expenditures
• Setting of 2026 meeting dates

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council meeting will consider a resolution to create a Charter Revision Commission. The council will also receive updates from the Registrar of Voters and approve an amended 2026 meeting schedule. Additional items include Board of Education minutes, October police and fire statistics, and public‑hearing documents on Mansfield zoning amendments.

• Resolution Establishing The Charter Revision Commission
• Registrar Of Voters: Election And Department Update
• 2026 Town Council Meeting Schedule (Amended)
• Board Of Education: Minutes 10/30/25; Agenda 11/13/25
• Monthly Statistics, Police & Fire Departments: October 2025

The Town Council accepted the November 3 and November 5 meeting minutes and approved the consent agenda. Council members voted unanimously to reallocate previously approved funds for the Coventry Village Water Tower preliminary engineering to focus on the Stonehouse Road site. The Council also approved funding for easements related to the Main Street pedestrian crosswalk project. No other substantive motions were decided at this meeting.

• Accepted November 3, 2025 minutes (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Wheaton, Blanchard; Abstain: Larson)
• Accepted November 5, 2025 minutes (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Larson, Wheaton, Blanchard)
• Approved consent agenda (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Larson, Wheaton, Blanchard)
• Reallocated water tower preliminary engineering funds to Stonehouse Road site (approved)
• Approved funds for easements for Main Street pedestrian crosswalk (approved)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to receive staff reports on facilities and programs. The commission will also receive an update on the Patriots Park STEAP Project.

• Patriots Park STEAP Project update

The commission voted to place a discussion on Lisicke Beach maintenance on the December 11 agenda. It also added Dan Eddy’s email about the Coventry Lake Aquatics Foundation to that agenda. The October 9 and October 15 meeting minutes were accepted with requested edits. A motion to discuss Patriots Park Bandshell updates at the December 11 meeting was also approved.

• Added Lisicke Beach Maintenance discussion to Dec 11 agenda (unanimous)
• Added Dan Eddy’s email for discussion to Dec 11 agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted October 9, 2025 meeting minutes with edits (unanimous)
• Accepted October 15, 2025 special meeting minutes with edits (unanimous)
• Approved discussion of Patriots Park Bandshell updates at Dec 11 meeting (unanimous)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority is meeting to discuss proposed FY 2027 budgets and an increase in sewer use. The body will also review sewer system capacity and receive updates on the Western Route 44 Sewer Project.

• Proposed FY 2027 Budgets and Sewer Use Increase
• Capacity request for Lot 239 Daly Rd
• Sewer Use Bill for 44 Lake Street
• Western Route 44 Sewer Project update
• Memo to IWA regarding E. coli at Patriots Park

The Authority denied the sewer capacity request for the vacant lot at 239 Daly Road, telling the applicant to re‑apply in 6‑12 months. The board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting with a 3‑0 vote. Members directed staff to add a new FY27 capital improvement project for major material removal and replacement in the infiltration basins. No final decision was made on FY27 sewer use fees or the Lake Street facility rate.

• Denied sewer capacity request for lot 239 Daly Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Oct 9, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Directed staff to add FY27 infiltration‑basin material replacement project

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Inland Wetland Agency Low Impact Development Work Group meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, is cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coventry Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit for a 29-unit condominium development on Boston Turnpike and propose amendments to zoning regulations regarding two-family dwellings.

• Public hearing for 29-condo development on 15.51 acres at 1712 Main Street
• Proposal to amend zoning regulations concerning two-family dwellings
• Special permit request for farm retail nursery on 2.99 acres at 89 Flanders Road
• Acceptance of 2026 meeting dates
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 3‑2 to approve the special permit (PZC‑25‑15) for a 29‑unit, nine‑building condominium project on 15.51 acres south of the Boston Turnpike. The commission also unanimously approved the 2026 regular meeting schedule and accepted the October 27, 2025 minutes. An application for a non‑conforming farm use at 89 Flanders Road was acknowledged but will wait on a ZBA decision, and a zoning‑regulation amendment (PZC‑25‑11) was continued to the November 24 meeting.

• Approved special permit PZC-25-15 for 29‑unit condo development (3:2:0 vote)
• Approved 2026 PZC regular meeting schedule (5:0:0 vote)
• Accepted October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5:0:0 vote)
• Acknowledged PZC-25-17 farm use application; pending ZBA decision
• Continued zoning amendment PZC-25-11 to November 24, 2025 meeting

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee will meet to discuss financial reports and capital spending policies. The committee will also consider and possibly act on a review of items for future bonding.

• Review of proposed bond projects
• Update on capital spending policies
• Financial reports overview
• Shared services and joint fiscal update

The committee voted to continue reviewing the monthly financial reports after a member was absent. It decided to drop the $62,000 fire pump from the upcoming bond package and to add the item to the December Joint Fiscal agenda. Members agreed to move forward with two separate bond referendums—one for fire/safety and one for road projects—as soon as feasible. The committee also asked the Town Manager to update project cost estimates and check for any grant opportunities.

• Continued monthly financial report review (consensus)
• Removed $62,000 fire pump from bond list; to be discussed at December Joint Fiscal meeting
• Planned two separate bond referendums (fire/safety and road bond) to be scheduled promptly
• Requested Town Manager update bonding project costs
• Requested Town Manager check for grant opportunities for ambulance and other items

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting for a site walk. The visit concerns a special permit application for a residential development on Boston Turnpike.

• Site walk for PZC-25-15: 29 condominium units in 9 buildings on 15.51 acres (Map 22, Lot 108) on the south side of Boston Turnpike

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The committee will discuss agency updates and debrief the Halloween on Main event. Members will also consider the 2026 meeting schedule and items from the Local Traffic Authority.

• Debrief of Halloween on Main (10/25/25)
• Veterans Day Road Race (11/8/25)
• Christmas in the Village (12/7/2025)
• Approval of 2026 Meeting Schedule
• Local Traffic Authority discussion items

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee unanimously accepted the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. The draft schedule for 2026 meetings was adopted by consensus. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted October 2 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous approval)

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The regular meeting scheduled for November 6, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review the October 1, 2025 minutes and a financial report showing $2,952.67 remaining in its budget. It will consider new‑business items such as a Vernal Pool mapping project, plans for Mill Brook Park, scheduling for 2026 meetings, and adding picnic tables. The commission will also revisit old‑business topics including the Patriots Park Woods Trail, the Rose Williams property, and the Nip Bottle Money issue.

• Vernal Pool Mapping (new business)
• Mill Brook Park (new business)
• Patriots Park Woods Trail (old business)
• Rose Williams Property (old business)
• Nip Bottle Money (old business)

The commission unanimously accepted the November 4 minutes. They also unanimously approved the schedule of commission meetings for 2026. A motion was made to purchase 20 composting containers, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Accepted November 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 commission schedule (unanimous)
• Motion to purchase 20 composting containers (outcome not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Conservation / Alternative Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee will meet on November 5, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda lists routine items: call to order, audience of citizens, approval of the October 1 minutes, and discussion of old and new business. No specific policy proposals or contracts are detailed. The meeting will end with adjournment.

• Call to Order
• Audience of Citizens
• Approval of October 1 Minutes
• Old Business
• New Business

Town Council

The Town Council will swear in new members and appoint a Chairperson, officers, and committees. The body will also vote on resolutions regarding the 2026 meeting schedule and standing rules of procedure.

• Swearing in of new Council members
• Appointment of Council Chairperson and officers
• Resolution 2025-13 regarding regular and special meetings
• Resolution 2025-14 regarding council procedures

The Town Council adopted Resolution 2025-13 to set regular monthly meeting times and the process for special meetings. It also adopted the Standing Rules of Procedure unchanged from the prior term. New officers were appointed, including Chairwoman Lisa Thomas, Vice Chairman Peter Larson, and Secretary Matthew Kyer, and committee chairs were confirmed.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-13 establishing regular monthly meeting times and special meeting process (unanimous)
• Adopted Coventry Town Council Standing Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Appointed Lisa Thomas as Chairwoman of the 2025-2027 Town Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Peter Larson as Vice Chairman of the 2025-2027 Town Council (unanimous)
• Appointed Matthew Kyer as Secretary of the 2025-2027 Town Council (unanimous)
• Confirmed Robyn Gallagher as Chair of the Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Confirmed Jonathan Hand as Chair of the Steering Committee (unanimous)
• Adjourned the inaugural meeting at 7:29 PM (unanimous)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will discuss several new business items, including a presentation on the 2025 Summer Camp and an update on the Coventry Farmers’ Market. Council members will consider allocating NIP funds toward recycling equipment and community recycling/pollution education. They will also consider clarifying the use of CNREF funds allocated for preliminary engineering of the town's water tower project.

• Presentation: 2025 Summer Camp (7:15 PM)
• Coventry Farmers’ Market update (7:30 PM)
• Consideration: Allocate NIP funds for recycling equipment and community recycling/pollution education
• Consideration: Clarify use of CNREF funding for preliminary engineering of the water tower project
• Projects/Issues Update from Town Manager James D. Drumm

The council accepted the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes and the consent agenda. It also approved appointments to the Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee, Cemetery Commission, Coventry Housing Authority, and two seats on the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Accepted October 20, 2025 minutes (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)
• Accepted consent agenda (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)
• Appointed Carol Polsky to the Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)
• Appointed John Marvin to the Cemetery Commission (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)
• Appointed Cynthia Skripol to the Coventry Housing Authority (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)
• Appointed Steven Reviczky as full member of the Planning & Zoning Commission (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)
• Appointed Darby Pollansky to the Planning & Zoning Commission (For: Kyer, Hand, Gallagher, Thomas, Milkovic, O’Brien, Blanchard)

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee will review monthly financial reports and Board of Education fiscal reports from September 2025. The committee will also hold discussions regarding the Water Tower Project and NIPS funding.

• Discussion of Water Tower Project
• Discussion of NIPS Funding
• Review of Monthly Financial Reports including tax collections and sewer operating summary
• Review of Board of Education Fiscal Reports for September 2025
• Review of CIP FY2027 - FY2031 priority and narrative documents

The committee unanimously accepted the minutes from the September 8, October 6 and October 10 Finance meetings. It recommended allocating NIPS funds for waste‑oil recycling, food‑waste containers, catch‑basin markers, bulk‑waste enforcement hours and anti‑freeze recycling, totaling about $35,500. It also unanimously recommended that the Town Council clarify previously allocated water‑tower funds to concentrate on the Stonehouse Road site. The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 PM.

• Accepted September 8, 2025 Joint Finance/BoE minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted October 6, 2025 Finance Special Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted October 10, 2025 Finance Special Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved agenda item 4 (NIPS funding) up in order (unanimous)
• Recommended allocating NIPS funds for five waste‑management projects (unanimous)
• Moved agenda item 5 (Water Tower) up in order (unanimous)
• Recommended focusing Water Tower funds on Stonehouse Road location (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:16 PM (unanimous)

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee is holding a special meeting. The session consists of a meeting with concept plan consultant Tony Bolduc and a site visit to Orchard Hill Estates.

• Site visit to Orchard Hill Estates
• Meeting with consultant Tony Bolduc

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee met, took a site walk at Orchard Hill Estates, and adjourned. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Lake Advisory and Monitoring Committee and the Inland Wetland Agency’s Low Impact Development Work Group will meet to review ongoing projects and discuss how the two groups will work together. The agenda includes separate project reviews by each group followed by a joint collaboration discussion.

• Project Review – LID Work Group Members
• Project Review – Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee Members
• Collaboration Discussion

Ad-Hoc Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee

The Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee will review the September 4 meeting minutes and a financial report. Members will discuss volunteer feedback, elect committee officers, and receive updates on several trail projects, including Williams Preserve and Creaser Park. The meeting also includes a status update on protected spaces acquisition and other correspondence items.

• Williams Preserve trail work updates
• Creaser Park vegetation management pilot update
• Eagleville Lake water chestnut removal project summary
• Protected Spaces Acquisition – updates
• Election of Committee Officers

The committee approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It approved funds for collecting baskets and wood preservative for trail projects, totaling about $200. Members reached consensus to postpone electing a chair, vice chair, and secretary until the January 2026 meeting.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes as written
• Approved purchase of collecting baskets and wood preservative (~$200 total)
• Consensused to hold officer elections at the January 2026 meeting

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The Coventry Town Committee will hear routine reports and review old‑business items, including the Main Street Walk, the Kid Governor program, and a response to an invitation for Prince William. New business will cover the Town Clerk’s annual notice and the appointment of subcommittee members for events, finance/fundraising, and projects.

• Review of Main Street Walk (old business)
• Discussion of Kid Governor program (old business)
• Response to Mary Ann Hansen’s invitation to Prince William (old business)
• Town Clerk’s annual notice regarding meetings and minutes (new business)
• Assignment of subcommittee members for events, finance/fundraising, and projects (new business)

The committee unanimously accepted the previous meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn was passed unanimously at 7:18 p.m. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will consider changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance and discuss a proposed firearms safety and home shooting range ordinance. The committee will also review several board and commission appointments.

• Proposed ordinance from the Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee
• Review and possible action on Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance changes
• Appointments for Planning & Zoning Commission (Pollansky and Reviczky)
• Appointments for Coventry Housing Authority (Skripol) and Cemetery Commission (Marvin)
• Appointment for Ad-Hoc Senior And Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee (Polsky)

The committee unanimously accepted the minutes from August 25 and September 29, 2025. It approved appointments of Carol Polsky, John Marvin, Cynthia Skripol, Steven Reviczky, and Darby Pollansky to various boards and commissions. The group also agreed to continue reviewing the draft firearms safety ordinance and to invite its chair to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 PM.

• Accepted August 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted September 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Carol Polsky to Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee (life term) – unanimous
• Appointed John Marvin to Cemetery Commission (term expires 10/17/2028) – unanimous
• Appointed Cynthia Skripol to Coventry Housing Authority (term expires 12/1/2030) – unanimous
• Appointed Steven Reviczky as full member of Planning & Zoning Commission (term expires 11/1/2026) – unanimous
• Appointed Darby Pollansky to Planning & Zoning Commission (term expires 11/1/2027) – unanimous
• Decided to continue review of firearms safety/home shooting range ordinance and invite its chair to next meeting – consensus

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a proposal to modify zoning regulation language for two‑family dwellings (PZC-25-11), a renewal and modification of an existing special permit for a winery at 454 Cassidy Hill Road in the GR‑80 zone (PZC-25-14), and a special permit for a designed apartment/condominium development of 29 units on 15.51 acres south of Boston Turnpike in the GR‑40 zone (PZC-25-15). The commission will also review the meeting dates for 2026. All items are presented for discussion and possible approval.

• PZC-25-11 – modify language of Sections 2.02, 4.04.03.d, Table 4.04A, footnotes in zoning regulations for two‑family dwellings
• PZC-25-14 – renew and modify special permit (22-10S) for winery with assembly and musical entertainment at 454 Cassidy Hill Road (GR‑80 zone)
• PZC-25-15 – special permit for designed apartment/condominium development: 29 units on 15.51 acres south of Boston Turnpike (GR‑40 zone)
• Review of 2026 meeting dates

The commission adopted a modified agenda unanimously. It moved to hear the winery special‑permit application (PZC‑25‑14). The commission unanimously approved a waiver of the site‑plan requirement and then approved the renewal and modification of Special Permit 22‑10S for the winery, adding conditions. All motions passed with a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Adopt modified agenda (5-0-0)
• Hear application PZC-25-14 under old business (5-0-0)
• Approve waiver of site‑plan requirement for 454 Cassidy Hill Rd (5-0-0)
• Approve renewal and modification of Special Permit 22-10S for winery with conditions (5-0-0)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission will hear a presentation about the Connecticut municipal charter revision process and a presentation on state public‑meeting rules. The commission will then discuss and plan future meetings, set dates, address any other business, and adjourn.

• Presentation on the Connecticut Municipal Charter Revision Process
• Presentation on State Rules for Public Meetings
• Discussion/Planning of Future Meetings
• Future Meeting Scheduling
• Other Business

The Charter Revision Commission agreed that regular meetings will be held the first Wednesday and third Thursday of each month. It scheduled the next meeting for November 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM, designating the public hearing as the first item of business. Members adopted a 5‑minute limit for speakers at public hearings. The commission also asked that the current draft charter be attached to every meeting agenda.

• Set regular meeting dates: first Wednesday and third Thursday of each month
• Schedule next meeting for Nov 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM with public hearing as first agenda item
• Adopt 5‑minute speaking limit for public hearing participants
• Request that the draft charter be attached to each meeting agenda

Economic Development Commission

The Coventry Economic Development Commission will review a business visitation to Worn Yesterday Shoppe at 1364 Main Street and consider a suggested open house on December 7, 2025. The commission will also address procedures for future EDC events, receive planner and manager reports, and hear member updates. New business items include social‑media and communications, CT Countryside updates, and farmers‑market updates.

• Business visitation to Worn Yesterday Shoppe, 1364 Main Street – suggested open house Dec 7, 2025
• Procedures for EDC events
• Planner/manager reports
• Member updates
• New business: social media and communications; CT Countryside updates; farmers’ market updates

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Ad-Hoc Senior & Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee has cancelled its October 22 meeting. A special meeting is being scheduled for a later date. The next regular meeting is set for November 19, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled for October 22, 2025
• Special meeting scheduled for a later date
• Next regular meeting on November 19, 2025

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency will consider applications for a surface water circulator at Patriots Park and residential projects on Shore Drive and Zeya Drive. The meeting also includes an enforcement update regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive.

• WP-25-30: Proposed surface water circulator at Patriots Park (124 Lake Street)
• WP-25-26: Permeable paver patio, driveway, and walkway at 29 Shore Drive
• WP-25-28: Modification to permit #20-47W for a single family home at 64 Zeya Drive
• Enforcement action regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive
• Adoption of 2026 Inland Wetlands Agency Regular Meeting Dates

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted 3‑0‑0 to approve permit WP‑25‑26 for the Czaikowski Family at 29 Shore Drive, allowing a permeable‑paver patio, driveway and walkway and adding an annual inspection condition. The agency also voted 3‑0‑0 to approve permit WP‑25‑28 for Debbie Ann Durkin at 64 Zeya Drive, authorizing a new home location with six additional monitoring and maintenance conditions and closing all outstanding violations.

• Approved permit WP-25-26 for 29 Shore Drive (3-0-0)
• Added Condition #8: annual storm‑water feature inspection for WP-25-26
• Approved permit WP-25-28 for 64 Zeya Drive (3-0-0)
• Implemented six monitoring and maintenance conditions for WP-25-28
• Closed all outstanding wetland violations for WP-25-28

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coventry Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Annex and via Zoom has been cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for November 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM, both on Zoom and in person at 1712 Main Street.

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will discuss a joint meeting with the LID Work Group, set for October 29, 2025 at 7 PM. No decisions are listed for this special meeting; the agenda is limited to the joint meeting notice.

• Joint meeting with LID Work Group — scheduled for 10/29/2025 7 PM

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee met on October 21, 2025. Members discussed ideas for assisting the LID Working Group and providing education about LID strategies in the watershed. No motions were adopted, and the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will accept the September 2 and October 6 meeting minutes, act on a consent agenda that includes the Steering Committee and COVRRA items, receive updates on the Lake Wangumbaug aquatic invasive species treatment and the STEAP improvement project at Patriots Park, and consider Board of Education agenda and minutes along with September police and fire department statistics.

• Accept minutes from September 2, 2025 and October 6, 2025
• Consent agenda items: Steering Committee, Steering Committee Minutes (9/29/2025), COVRRA
• Presentation: Lake Wangumbaug Aquatic Invasive Treatment Update (7:15 PM)
• Presentation: STEAP Improvement Project, Patriots Park (7:30 PM)
• Board of Education agenda (10/9/25) and minutes (9/25/25)

The council voted to accept the September 2, 2025 Town Council meeting minutes. They also approved the October 6, 2025 minutes. A consent agenda covering multiple items was accepted without opposition.

• Accepted September 2, 2025 minutes (all members voted for)
• Accepted October 6, 2025 minutes (all members voted for)
• Accepted consent agenda (all members voted for)

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will review financial statements and reports from Public Works and the Sexton. The body is discussing the configuration and pricing for a columbarium and reviewing pricing data from other cemeteries.

• Sycamore planting locations
• Columbarium configuration and pricing proposal
• Pricing data from nearby public and private cemeteries
• Questions from Mansfield family regarding Grant Hill Cemetery
• Wreaths Across America

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee will review a draft of a firearms ordinance. The committee will also plan a second public comment meeting and future sessions.

• Review of Firearms Ordinance Draft Language 6
• Planning of second public comment meeting

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee approved the September 30, 2025 minutes and unanimously adopted Draft 6 of the firearms ordinance with the changes discussed at the meeting. The committee also decided the vacant seat need not be filled because its charge is ending soon. The approved amendments include title and purpose changes, removal of certain language, and revisions to sections on backstops, notification, and penalties.

• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Firearms Ordinance draft 6 with meeting amendments (unanimous)
• Determined vacancy need not be filled as committee charge expires (unanimous)
• Adopted title change to "Article III-Discharge of Firearms and Air Guns" (unanimous)
• Adopted purpose wording focusing on safety and well‑being (unanimous)
• Removed phrase “capable of killing, injuring, or inflicting physical damage” from definitions (unanimous)
• Deleted Section 66‑77 subsections d, e, and f (unanimous)
• Modified Section 66‑78 subsection b to drop PD notification and clarify 4‑hour window (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency LID Work Group will review and discuss the draft Low Impact Development (LID) Work Plan Matrix. They will also consider a residential educational initiative and plan a Spring/Summer 2026 LID Sustainable Landscape Workshop, including presentations, a field trip, and potential business sponsorships. Additional items include updates to the agency’s website resources and expansion of the communication listserv.

• Review Draft LID Work Plan Matrix
• Residential Educational Initiative
• Plan Spring/Summer ’26 LID Sustainable Landscape Workshop (presentations, field trip, sponsorships)
• Update IWA LID webpages and FAQ resources
• Expand listserv and send September 30, 2025 communication email

The Inland Wetlands Agency LID Work Group reviewed and accepted the September 11 meeting notes. They agreed to produce a one‑page “State of the Lake” summary for public distribution and to continue outreach efforts. Future meetings were scheduled for November 12, December 9, January 13 2026, and February 20. No votes were recorded.

• Accepted September 11 meeting notes
• Agreed to produce one‑page “State of the Lake” summary for public distribution
• Scheduled future meetings: Nov 12, Dec 9, Jan 13 2026, Feb 20

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to discuss potential actions regarding the Parks and Recreation Ordinance. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 6:30pm at the Annex.

• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Ordinance
• Possible action on ordinance changes

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to approve a motion for Jennifer Rodgers to submit the draft letter and accompanying chart discussed at the meeting. The motion was made by Pam Miller, seconded by Bev Carlson, and passed with votes from Jennifer Rodgers, Bev Carlson, Jillian Miner, and Pam Miller. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved submission of draft ordinance letter and chart (motion passed, votes: Rodgers, Carlson, Miner, Miller)

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee scheduled for October 13, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided at this meeting. The cancellation was noted by Chair Deborah Zeppa.

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority will consider approving its recent expenditures. The board will also review a solar contract with CT Greenbank and receive a director's report on the Orchard Hill project. Additional items include the approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and discussion of equal‑housing opportunity.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s report
• Review and approval of expenditures
• Review of Solar and CT Greenbank contract
• Director’s report including Orchard Hill update

The board unanimously approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the September treasurer’s report and the September expenditures as presented. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September treasurer’s report (unanimous)
• Approved September expenditures as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial & Events Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss upcoming commemorative events and the Coventry Desert Storm and Post 9/11 Veterans Monuments Committee. The body will also determine the 2026 meeting schedule.

• U.S. Navy 250th Birthday (October 13)
• CT Veterans Day Race Tenth Anniversary (November 8)
• U.S. Marine Corps 250th Birthday (November 10)
• Vets Rock (November 15)
• Coventry Desert Storm and Post 9/11 Veterans Monuments Committee business

The commission approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It confirmed the officer slate will stay the same and approved opening a checking account for the War Monuments committee, with the account name to be shortened. Members assigned tasks to collect receipts, request an information table at the Veterans Day Race, and create donation flyers. The board also set proposed dates for 2026 meetings.

• Approved minutes from Sept. 9, 2025 meeting
• Officer slate remains unchanged: Peter DePaola Chair, Bill Glenney Vice Chair, Jamie DePaola Secretary
• Approved opening a checking account with M&T Bank; account name to be shortened
• Assigned Robyn to collect receipts and invoices for record purposes
• Assigned Jamie to ask American Legion Post 52 about joining an information table at the Veterans Day Race
• Assigned Robyn and Jamie to create donation flyer and postcard flyer for the Town Clerk’s office
• Set proposed 2026 meeting dates: Feb 10, Mar 10, May 12, Sep 15, Oct 13, Dec 8

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a large residential garage. The body will also discuss a 29-unit condominium development and a site plan waiver for religious use.

• Public hearing for a detached residential motor vehicle garage over 3,000 s.f. at 535 Merrow Road
• Special Permit application for 29 condominium units in 9 buildings at Boston Turnpike (Map 22, Lot 108)
• Site Plan Review and waiver request for religious use at 2665 Boston Turnpike
• Site Plan Waiver request for expanded parking at 2812 Boston Turnpike
• Proposed renewal and modification of a winery special permit at 454 Cassidy Hill Road

The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing on application PZC-25-12 for a detached residential motor vehicle garage with an accessory dwelling unit at 535 Merrow Road. Members reviewed zoning criteria, wetlands permits, and possible agricultural classification, but no vote or final determination was recorded. The discussion focused on interpreting Section 4.06.01e and the definition of “footprint” versus “size.”

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will hold its regular meeting on October 13, 2025 at 7 PM in the Town Hall Conference Room D. The committee will receive updates on Lake Gate, Hydrilla, water quality, and enhanced wake boats, and will announce a joint meeting with the LID Work Group scheduled for October 29, 2025. No decisions or votes are listed; the agenda items are informational updates and a future joint meeting.

• Lake Gate – update
• Hydrilla – update
• Water quality – update
• Enhanced wake boats – CLF survey
• Joint meeting with LID Work Group – scheduled 10/29/2025 7 PM

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to review background information and statutes regarding Resolution 2025-12. The discussion focuses on the HVAC and roof projects and the preparation of explanatory text.

• Review of Resolution 2025-12 regarding HVAC and roof projects
• Review of statute 9-369B concerning the dissemination of explanatory text

The committee discussed discrepancies in the HVAC project cost numbers ($12,442,000 vs. $12,642,000) and asked Attorney Palmer to review the resolution language. Palmer said the error in Section 8 does not require correction because Section 9 lists the correct amount. The town attorney instructed Drumm to prepare the explanatory text quickly, and Town Clerk Lori Tollman was given an opportunity to draft a new version. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports on facilities and programs. The body will consider possible action regarding the Patriots Park STEAP Grant following a presentation by the Town Engineer.

• Possible action on Patriots Park STEAP Grant
• Summer 2025 Camp Presentation by J. Anderson

The commission approved a motion to move Old Business to the first agenda item. Town Engineer Todd Penney presented Patriots Park playground site plans and a STEAP grant update, but no formal actions were taken on the project. Commissioners agreed to hold a special meeting on Oct 14 to write a letter to the Steering Committee, with Lesley Munshower arranging space and agenda.

• Motion to move Old Business to first on agenda passed (unanimous affirmative)
• Special meeting scheduled for Oct 14 to draft letter to Steering Committee

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Coventry Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on Oct. 9, 2025. Attendees will discuss three sewer use bills for 26 Mason Street, 1218 Main Street, and 95 Lakeview Drive. The board will review the FY2025 budget surplus of $53,000 and a $13,075 final payment for the 2015 Lake Street sewer extension. Additional updates include WPCA regulations, the 2026 meeting schedule, and project reports.

• Sewer Use Bill for 26 Mason Street (public hearing)
• Sewer Use Bill for 1218 Main Street (public hearing)
• Sewer Use Bill for 95 Lakeview Drive (public hearing)
• FY2025 budget surplus clarification of $53,000
• $13,075 final payment for Lake Street sewer extension (2015)

The Authority adopted the proposed updates to its regulations with a unanimous vote. It approved the 2026 regular meeting schedule to continue on the second Thursday of each month. The board agreed to reduce the sewer use bill for 95 Lakeview Drive to one EDU once the Certificate of Completion is issued, and authorized staff to submit billing change memos to the Collector of Revenue. Staff were also authorized to proceed with a $5,000‑per‑year herbicide treatment for infiltration basins.

• Approved minutes from September 11, 2025 (For: Brand, Matthewson, Murphy; Abstain: Twerdy)
• Adopted proposed updates to WPCA Regulations (For: Twerdy, Brand, Matthewson, Murphy)
• Approved 2026 WPCA Regular Meeting Schedule (For: Twerdy, Brand, Matthewson, Murphy)
• Agreed sewer bill for 95 Lakeview Drive will be reduced to 1 EDU after Certificate of Completion
• Authorized staff to send billing change memos to the Collector of Revenue
• Decided sewer bills for 26 Mason Street and 1218 Main Street cannot be reduced
• Authorized herbicide treatment of infiltration basins at $5,000 per year

Town Council

The joint meeting of the Town Council Finance Committee and the Board of Education Fiscal Committee scheduled for October 9, 2025, has been canceled.

Town Council

The Finance Committee will consider an appropriation of up to $61,000, including $33,466 in insurance proceeds, to purchase a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor to replace a damaged vehicle. It will also consider an appropriation of up to $77,000 for another 2025 Ford Police Interceptor. In addition, the committee will review explanatory text for an HVAC project that involves transferring bond funds for a referendum scheduled for November 4, 2025. The meeting is a special session on October 6, 2025 at the Town Hall Annex.

• Appropriation up to $61,000 (including $33,466 insurance proceeds) for a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor replacement vehicle
• Appropriation up to $77,000 for purchase of a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicle
• Review of explanatory text for HVAC project and transfer of bond funds for a November 4, 2025 referendum

The Finance Committee recommended and the Town Council unanimously approved up to $61,466 for a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor, using $33,466 of insurance proceeds and the remaining amount from the 1½% Fund. A second unanimous vote approved up to $77,000 for another 2025 Ford Police Interceptor, funded entirely from the 1½% Fund. The committee also discussed discrepancies in HVAC bond figures, but no action was taken.

• Approved up to $61,466 for a police interceptor (insurance proceeds $33,466 + 1½% Fund) – unanimous
• Approved up to $77,000 for a police interceptor funded from the 1½% Fund – unanimous

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will discuss appropriations for two 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicles. The body will also review recommended appointments for several town commissions and receive an update on the Human Services Department.

• Appropriation of up to $61,000 (including $33,466 in insurance proceeds) for a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor to replace a damaged vehicle
• Appropriation of up to $77,000 for a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicle
• Recommended appointments for Cemetery Commission, Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee, Inland Wetlands Agency, and Water Pollution Control Authority
• Update on the Human Services Department
• Review of the Fire Service Comprehensive Study

The Town Council approved the consent agenda by a 7‑0 vote. The September 2 minutes were continued by consensus, and the September 15 minutes were accepted with a 6‑0‑1 vote (one abstention). The Council also confirmed appointments to the Cemetery Commission, Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee, Inland Wetlands Agency, and Water Pollution Control Authority, each passing unanimously.

• Consent agenda approved (7‑0)
• September 2 minutes continued by consensus
• September 15 minutes accepted (6‑0‑1, O'Brien abstained)
• Anne Claudine Vieten appointed to Cemetery Commission (7‑0)
• Matthew Hannon appointed to Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee (7‑0)
• Stefanie Wierszchalek appointed to Inland Wetlands Agency (7‑0)
• Richard Brand appointed to Water Pollution Control Authority (7‑0)

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The Town of Coventry’s Local Emergency Coordinating Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM has been canceled. A special meeting will instead be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The agenda for that special meeting will be published separately.

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee will hold a special meeting to debrief the Arts on Main event and plan for upcoming activities. The body will discuss the Halloween on Main and Veterans Day Road Race events.

• Debrief of Arts on Main (9/20/25)
• Planning for Halloween on Main (10/25/25)
• Planning for Veterans Day Road Race (11/8/25)
• Local Traffic Authority items for consideration

The committee unanimously accepted the September 4, 2025 minutes. A Deputy Emergency Management Director, Mike Heimer, was appointed. The meeting was adjourned at 5:58 PM by unanimous consent.

• Accepted September 4 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Appointed Deputy Emergency Management Director Mike Heimer
• Adjourned meeting at 5:58 PM (unanimous vote)

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee will approve the September 4 minutes, review financial statements, and examine several project status reports. Items include the HVAC status report, school construction project status, CHS roof project review, and the unit ventilator/HVAC project review. The committee will also consider the QA+M invoice dated August 31, 2025, the Pro‑Mech payment application 19, and an Aramark invoice.

• Review of HVAC STATUS REPORT (10‑1)
• Review of SCHOOL CONTRUCTION PROJECT STATUS (10‑1)
• CHS Roof Project Review and Discussion
• Unit Ventilator/HVAC Project Review and Discussion
• Consideration of QA+M Invoice August 31, 2025; Pro‑Mech Payment Application 19; Aramark Invoice 2

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It authorized a $481.25 QA+M invoice, a $297,088.41 payment to Pro‑Mech, and an $18,270.00 invoice to Aramark for HVAC commissioning services. The board also announced a ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the CHS HVAC project on October 29 at 10 AM.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized QA+M Invoice 17416 for $481.25 (unanimous)
• Authorized Pro‑Mech Payment Application 19 for $297,088.41 (unanimous)
• Authorized Aramark Invoice 2 for $18,270.00 (unanimous)

Charter Revision Commission

The Charter Revision Commission held its first meeting to organize and discuss its charge. The body elected officers and established a meeting schedule. Legal counsel will attend the next meeting to provide an overview of responsibilities.

• Election of Vice Chair and Secretary
• Discussion of Commission Charge
• Establishment of meeting schedule
• Legal counsel to attend next meeting

The commission unanimously elected Justin Murphy as Vice Chair and Monica Gallegos‑Ramirez as Secretary. It adopted a regular meeting schedule for the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. A motion to add agenda item 7 on the commission’s process and information requests passed unanimously. The commission also approved an initial meeting date of October 15, 2025 with a backup of October 29, 2025.

• Justin Murphy elected Vice Chair (unanimous vote)
• Monica Gallegos‑Ramirez elected Secretary (unanimous vote)
• Adopted regular meeting schedule: first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 PM start (unanimous)
• Approved initial meeting date Oct 15, 2025 with backup Oct 29, 2025 (unanimous)
• Added agenda item 7: Charter Revision Commission Process and Requests for Information (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Coventry Conservation Commission will review the September 3rd, 2025 minutes and present a financial report showing $2,952.67 left in its budget. It will discuss new business items such as Vernal Pool Mapping and Mill Brook Park, and old business items including Patriots Park Woods Trail, Rose Williams Property, and Nip Bottle Money. The meeting also includes a citizen audience, members forum, and communications updates.

• Financial report: $2,952.67 remaining in budget
• New business: Vernal Pool Mapping
• New business: Mill Brook Park
• Old business: Patriots Park Woods Trail
• Old business: Rose Williams Property

The Conservation Commission unanimously accepted the meeting minutes. A motion to buy 20 Soil Saver compost bins for the Department of Public Works was seconded and approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 20 compost bins (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Energy Conservation / Alternative Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee will meet on October 1, 2025. The agenda includes approving the September 3rd minutes, reviewing any old business, and discussing new business items. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of September 3rd meeting minutes

The Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee approved the September 3, 2025 minutes after a motion and second. The meeting noted that Coventry received a Sustainable CT silver award and assigned follow‑up tasks, but no additional formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee will approve the minutes from its September 18 meeting, review written public comments, and examine a draft firearms ordinance. The group will also discuss scheduling for future meetings and address any other business.

• Approve minutes from September 18, 2025 meeting
• Review public comment emails from Beausoleil, Glenney, Milkovic, Pace, and Swift
• Consider draft firearms ordinance (draft language document)
• Discuss and plan future committee meetings
• Other business

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee then reviewed public comments and discussed revisions to the draft firearms ordinance, but no formal motions or votes on ordinance changes were recorded.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will meet to discuss potential changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance and expanded residential property tax exemptions for veterans. The committee will also review board resignations and new appointments.

• Possible action on expanded veterans residential property tax exemptions
• Review and possible change to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance
• Appointments for Cemetery Commission, Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee, Inland Wetlands Agency, and Water Pollution Control Authority
• Resignations from Firearms Safety-Home Shooting Range Study Committee and Inland Wetlands Agency Alternate

The council accepted the August 25 minutes by consensus. It unanimously recognized the resignation of Planning and Zoning Commission member Polsky, creating a vacancy. It then unanimously approved appointments of Anne Vieten to the Cemetery Commission, Matthew Hannon to the Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee, Stefanie Wierszchalek to the Inland Wetlands Agency, and Richard Brand to the Water Pollution Control Authority.

• Minutes of August 25 accepted by consensus
• Polsky resignation from Planning and Zoning Commission recognized (unanimous)
• Anne Vieten appointed to Cemetery Commission, term ending 10/17/28 (unanimous)
• Matthew Hannon appointed to Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee, term ending 3/1/27 (unanimous)
• Stefanie Wierszchalek appointed to Inland Wetlands Agency, term ending 9/15/28 (unanimous)
• Richard Brand appointed to Water Pollution Control Authority, term ending 11/8/28 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 29, 2025, has been cancelled. A public hearing for a special permit application has been rescheduled for October 14, 2025.

• Rescheduled public hearing for PZC-25-12: Special Permit for a detached residential motor vehicle garage over 3,000 s.f. at 535 Merrow Road

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss business visitations and updates on local initiatives. The body will review reports from the planner and manager and discuss social media and communications.

• Business visitation: Worn Yesterday Shoppe, 1364 Main Street, Coventry Corners
• Discussion on Social Media and Communications
• CT Countryside updates
• Farmers’ Market updates

The Economic Development Commission voted to table the adoption of these minutes until the next meeting. No other actions were approved, denied, or voted on. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on business visits, planning reports, and upcoming projects.

• Adoption of minutes tabled (postponed to next meeting)

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee will adopt meeting minutes, award the request for proposal for the study, provide an update on two‑family housing regulations, and discuss a story‑map website for affordable housing information.

• RFP Award for senior and affordable housing study
• Two‑Family Housing Regulations Update
• Story Map Website Discussion – Affordable Housing Information

The committee reached consensus to award Double B Design the conceptual plan contract and will finalize the contract at the next meeting. A public hearing on updated two‑family housing regulations was scheduled for October 27, 2025. Members agreed to prepare affordable‑housing content for the upcoming town newsletter. The Sustainable CT program did not award the $25,000 affordable‑housing points to Coventry.

• Consensus to award Double B Design the conceptual plan contract
• Scheduled public hearing on two‑family housing regulation updates for Oct 27, 2025
• Agreed to prepare affordable‑housing column for town newsletter
• Sustainable CT program points of $25,000 not awarded to Coventry
• Jana to finalize and send Double B contract (action item)
• Jana to gather water usage and sewer data for Orchard Hill (action item)
• Jana to draft memo on two‑family regulation changes for Planning & Zoning Commission (action item)
• Meeting adjourned with all members in favor

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will consider old business items WP-25-22 (underwater aerator at 124 Lake St) and WP-25-23 (driveway culvert replacement at 131 Woodland Road). New business includes WP-25-25, an agricultural as‑of‑right application for 89 Flanders Road, and WP-25-26, a permeable‑paver patio and driveway project at 29 Shore Drive. The meeting will also address enforcement at 77 Tall Oak Drive, adopt August 27 minutes, and discuss a Low Impact Development working group update.

• WP-25-22 – underwater aerator at 124 Lake St, Patriots Park
• WP-25-23 – driveway culvert replacement at 131 Woodland Road
• WP-25-25 – agricultural as‑of‑right application at 89 Flanders Road
• WP-25-26 – permeable paver patio and driveway at 29 Shore Drive
• Enforcement action for material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive

The Inland Wetlands Agency approved the WP-25-22 permit for 124 Lake St, Patriots Park, the WP-25-23 permit for 131 Woodland Rd, and the WP-25-25 determination for 89 Flanders Rd as agricultural as‑of‑right. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approve WP-25-22 (124 Lake St, Patriots Park) – For: Glenney, Heemskerk, Mathieu, Pearson, Wierszchalek; Against: none; Abstain: none
• Approve WP-25-23 (131 Woodland Rd) – For: Glenney, Mathieu, Pearson, Wierszchalek; Against: none; Abstain: Heemskerk
• Approve WP-25-25 (89 Flanders Rd) as agricultural, as‑of‑right – For: Glenney, Heemskerk, Mathieu, Pearson, Wierszchalek; Against: none; Abstain: none

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The Coventry Town Committee will consider the distribution of flyers for the Farmer’s Market, including locations such as the Town Newsletter, email blast, Parks 06238‑Emily, and the Visitor’s Center at 10/4 Main St. It will also discuss sharing a family‑history post about Mary Ann on Facebook. Finally, the committee will vote to create subcommittees for events, finance/fundraising, and projects such as VIS signs and Loomis Boulder work with Jana Robeson.

• Flyer/poster distribution for Farmer’s Market (Town Newsletter, email blast, Parks 06238‑Emily, 10/4 Main St. Walk, Visitor’s Center)
• Share Mary Ann family‑history post on Facebook
• Form Events subcommittee
• Form Finance/Fundraising subcommittee
• Form Projects subcommittee (VIS signs, Loomis Boulder, collaboration with Jana Robeson)

The committee considered a motion to accept the previous minutes, noting an abstention by Mary Ann Hansen. Subcommittees for finance/fundraising, projects, and events were designated with specific members. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Motion to accept minutes considered; Mary Ann Hansen abstained, other members voted (outcome not recorded)
• Finance/fundraising subcommittee designated (John Holmy, Mary Ann Hansen, Jacob Orcutt)
• Projects subcommittee designated (John Holmy, Jacob Orcutt)
• Events subcommittee designated (Anne Marie Charland, John Holmy, Jim Murphy, Ruth O’Neil)
• Adjournment motion passed unanimously

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee will review the draft firearms ordinance language and related background materials. Members will discuss written feedback received from residents (Glenney, Milkovic, Pace, Swift). The meeting includes a public comment period for additional input. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Review of firearms ordinance draft language (FIREARMS ORDINANCE DRAFT LANGUAGE 5.PDF)
• Presentation on committee process (FSHSRSC BACKGROUND PRESENTATION.PDF)
• Review of email feedback from Glenney, Milkovic, Pace, and Swift
• Public comment session (5‑minute limit per citizen)
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The meeting featured a presentation on the draft firearms ordinance and a public comment period in which several residents voiced opposition. No vote or decision was made on the ordinance itself.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Department of Public Works Conference Room, 100 Olsen Farm Rd. The agenda includes reviewing and approving minutes from the previous meeting and the town’s financial statements. Commissioners will discuss garden‑bed maintenance, including boxwood pruning and spring mulching. They will also review an inventory update showing the number of single, double, and triple burial plots currently available for sale.

• Approve minutes of the last meeting
• Review town financial statements
• Discuss garden‑bed maintenance (boxwood pruning, mulch)
• Review cemetery inventory update (27 single, 140 double, 10 triple plots for sale; 33% of original capacity)
• Wreaths Across America program

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Coventry Board of Assessment Appeals will meet on September 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Town Hall Conference Room B. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting, deliberating and deciding on pending assessment appeals, and addressing any other business. No other items are detailed in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting
• Deliberate and decide on pending assessment appeals
• Consider other business items

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coventry Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting on September 16, 2025 at Town Hall Annex and via Zoom. The board will hear public testimony on two variance applications: ZBA-25-13 for a 6 × 11 ft addition 9 ft from the side property line at 39 Spring Trail in the LR Zone, and ZBA-25-14 for a 24 × 24 ft detached garage with reduced side and front yard setbacks at 167 Geraldine Drive in the GR‑80 Zone. The meeting will also include approval of the August 19, 2025 minutes and member updates.

• Variance ZBA-25-13: 6 × 11 ft addition 9 ft from side line (required 15 ft) at 39 Spring Trail, LR Zone
• Variance ZBA-25-14: 24 × 24 ft detached garage with side yard setback reduced to 11 ft (from 20 ft) and front yard setback reduced to 43 ft (from 50 ft) at 167 Geraldine Drive, GR‑80 Zone
• Approval of August 19 2025 meeting minutes
• Member updates

The board approved a variance for a 6' × 11' bathroom addition at 39 Spring Trail in the LR Zone, voting 4‑0‑1. It also approved a variance for a 24' × 24' detached garage at 167 Geraldine Drive in the GR‑80 Zone, with a condition to obtain a wetlands letter, voting unanimously 5‑0. The August 19, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved variance for 6' × 11' addition at 39 Spring Trail (LR Zone) – vote 4 for, 0 against, 1 abstain
• Approved variance for 24' × 24' detached garage at 167 Geraldine Drive (GR‑80 Zone) with wetlands letter condition – vote 5 for, 0 against
• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 5 for, 0 against

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council meeting will review and possibly accept a donation of a 42.2‑acre parcel that borders the Thornton Brook Preserve. Council members will also vote on appointing a chairperson for the Charter Revision Commission. Additional items on the agenda include the monthly financial report, an update from the Human Services Department, and the Board of Education’s agenda and minutes.

• Consideration of Wolf Property Donation – 42.2‑acre parcel abutting Thornton Brook Preserve
• Appointment of Chairperson for the Charter Revision Commission
• Monthly Financial Report (consent agenda)
• Update: Human Services Department
• Board of Education – agenda (9/11/2024) and minutes (8/28/2025)

The council moved to accept the consent agenda, which was approved by a 7‑0 vote. Acceptance of the September 2, 2025 minutes was deferred and will be reviewed at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (7 for, 0 against, 0 abstain)
• Postponed acceptance of September 2, 2025 minutes to next meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coventry Parks & Recreation Commission will meet on September 11, 2025. The commission will discuss three new business items: a proposal for a UCONN sailing shed, a rental request for the Junior Huskies at Patriots Park, and a STEAP grant for Patriots Park. Each item is listed as possible action or new business for consideration.

• UCONN Sailing Shed proposal – possible action
• Junior Huskies Patriots Park rental – possible action
• Patriots Park STEAP Grant

The commission seated McKenna Considine and Ashlee Pascarelli as full members. It approved the UConn Sailing shed at Patriots Park, requiring the shed be painted gray. Minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting were approved, while the August 5, 2025 minutes were deferred to the October 9 meeting.

• Approved seating of Considine and Pascarelli as full members – motion passed
• Approved UConn Sailing shed in Patriots Park with color change to gray – affirmative votes: Rodgers, Miller, Pascarelli, Considine
• Approved minutes from the Special Rec Commission meeting on June 30, 2025 – motion passed
• Approved minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting – affirmative votes: Rodgers, Miller, Considine, Pascarelli
• Deferred approval of August 5, 2025 minutes to the October 9, 2025 meeting – motion passed

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Coventry Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on September 11, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting and a discussion of the sewer assessment for 396 Main Street. Additional items are updates on WPCA regulations, sewer system capacity, the FY 2025 budget, and project reports such as the Western Route 44 Sewer Project.

• Public hearing on Sewer Assessment 396 Main Street
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2025 WPCA Regular Meeting
• WPCA Regulations Update
• Discussion of Sewer System Capacity
• FY 2025 Budget Review

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $12,000 sewer assessment for 396 Main Street, payable over 20 years at 2% interest. A public hearing on proposed regulation updates was scheduled for October 9, 2025. The board noted a FY25 budget surplus of $63,000.

• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved $12,000 sewer assessment for 396 Main St, payable over 20 years (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled public hearing on WPCA regulations for October 9, 2025
• Noted FY25 budget surplus of $63,000

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Low Impact Development (LID) Work Group is meeting to review site visits and UConn research follow-ups. The group intends to review and finalize a draft LID Work Plan Matrix and set future work assignments.

• Review of LID site visits in East Hampton, Lake Waramaug, Columbia, Glastonbury, and CNV COG
• Discussion of UConn research on water quality, economic impact, and LID demonstration projects
• Review of potential additions to IWA LID webpages, including FAQs and resources
• Finalization of the Draft LID Work Plan Matrix

The group reached consensus to approve the draft August 12, 2025 meeting notes. Members agreed to draft a lake‑watershed survey and aim to send it by the end of September. The work group also approved updating its mission to focus on lake protection strategies and updating its web resources. Future monthly meetings were scheduled through February 2026.

• Approved draft August 12, 2025 meeting notes (consensus)
• Agreed to draft lake‑watershed survey and send by end of September
• Agreed to update mission to delete LID and add Lake Protection Strategies
• Agreed to update IWA LID webpages and resources
• Set monthly meeting schedule through February 2026

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority monthly meeting on September 9, 2025 will consider approval of expenditures and hear the director’s report, which includes an update on the Orchard Hill Estates project at 1630 Main Street. The agenda also lists items for new business and old business. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review and approval of expenditures
• Director’s report with Orchard Hill Estates update
• Consideration of new business items
• Consideration of old business items

The board unanimously approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the August treasurer's report. Finally, the board unanimously approved the August expenditures as presented.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved August expenditures as presented (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial & Events Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss a schedule of upcoming veterans events and recognition days. The body will also review old business regarding new veterans monuments.

• Vietnam War Traveling Wall (September 10)
• Korean War Veterans Recognition Event (September 18)
• Operation Stand Down (September 19)
• CT Veterans Day Race (November 8)
• Discussion of new veterans monuments

The commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. The Gulf War and Post‑9/11 War Monuments committees agreed to hold joint meetings until the monument committee obtains nonprofit status and can begin recruiting working groups. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Agreed joint meetings for Gulf War and Post‑9/11 War Monuments committees until nonprofit status achieved

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will meet to review updates on the lake gate, hydrilla, and water quality. The committee will finalize plans for a September forum featuring an IWA Low Impact Development panel and discuss information regarding enhanced wake boats.

• Update on Lake Gate
• Update on Hydrilla
• Update on water quality
• Planning for September Forum with IWA Low Impact Development panel
• Discussion on enhanced wake boats using CLF and Lake Waramuag information

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the August 11, 2025 regular meeting. Other agenda items were informational updates on lake water level, herbicide treatments, water quality sampling, and upcoming events. No substantive actions were taken on new business items.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a three-lot subdivision on Boston Turnpike. The body will also discuss modifications to zoning regulations for two-family dwellings and a special permit for a large residential garage.

• Public hearing for PZC-25-6: Three lot subdivision on 3.86 acres on the south side of Boston Turnpike
• PZC-25-11: Proposed language modifications to Coventry Zoning Regulations concerning two-family dwellings
• PZC-25-12: Special Permit application for a detached residential motor vehicle garage over 3,000 s.f. at 535 Merrow Road

The commission moved to approve application PZC‑25‑6 for a three‑lot subdivision on the south side of Boston Turnpike, adding conditions such as a 0.62‑acre conservation easement, driveway agreement, pre‑construction notifications, and stone‑wall preservation. The motion was approved unanimously (For: Pollansky, Polsky, Thomas, Reviczky, Murray; Against: none; Abstain: none). The commission also approved the minutes from June, July and August 2025 with a minor amendment, also unanimously (For: Pollansky, Polsky, Thomas, Murray; Against: none; Abstain: Reviczky).

• Approved three‑lot subdivision PZC‑25‑6 with conditions (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes of June, July, August 2025 with changes (unanimous vote)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council Finance Committee and Board of Education Fiscal Committee will meet jointly to discuss shared services, potential bonding projects, and preschool funding allocations. Separate finance committee meetings will review monthly financial reports, spending of NIPS funds, and fiscal guardrails for project expenditures.

• Discussion on Shared Services and ECHIP Decision Timeline
• Potential Bonding Projects under consideration
• Preschool MOA and Allocation of Expenses (E)
• Spending of NIPS Funds and Fiscal Guardrails for Project Expenditures
• Review of Monthly Financial Reports

The joint Finance Committee and Board of Education meeting was used to discuss shared services between the town and BOE, the timeline for a decision on the ECHIP health‑insurance partnership, potential bonding projects, and the preschool memorandum of agreement and expense allocation. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session. The meeting concluded without any substantive decisions being made.

Ad-Hoc Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee

The committee will meet to review financial reports and discuss the 'Young Lungs at Play' signage project. Members will provide updates on various trail maintenance projects and review a draft revised ordinance from Parks and Recreation.

• Williams Preserve footbridge project
• Mill Brook Park bog bridge project
• Creaser Park vegetation management pilot
• Eagleville Lake water chestnut removal project
• Parks and Recreation draft revised ordinance

The committee accepted the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes as written. It approved a $100 purchase order for invasive water chestnut basket collection and unanimously approved an additional $100 for trail‑maintenance supplies, with Eric Thomas to attend the Conservation Commission meeting to request the funds. The committee granted a $1,000 LOCIP grant for a vendor purchase order for Mill Brook bog bridge construction materials and appointed Keith Miller as a new committee member.

• Accepted April 22, 2025 meeting minutes as written
• Approved purchase order up to $100 for invasive water chestnut basket collection
• Approved $100 for trail maintenance supplies (all in favor)
• Granted $1,000 LOCIP grant for Mill Brook bog bridge construction materials (order processed)
• Appointed Keith Miller as new committee member
• Reminded members to read and sign volunteer ethics policy handbook
• Requested “Young Lungs at Play” signage project; E. Thomas to check options with Public Works
• No action taken on two landowner proposals for protected spaces acquisition

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will review financial statements, discuss the CHS roof project closeout, and review the unit ventilator/HVAC project schedule and payments. They will also consider invoices from QA+M, Pro-Mech, and Aramark.

• Review of bonded projects detail and HVAC status
• CHS roof project closeout documents with certificate of substantial completion
• Unit ventilator/HVAC project schedule and progress meeting overview
• Pro-Mech payment application 18
• Aramark invoice 1

The School Energy & Building Efficiency Committee approved several financial items, including a $380,180.78 payment to Pro‑Mech and a $14,000 Aramark invoice, both unanimously. The QA+M roof invoice for $137.50 and the CHS Roof Closeout Documents were also accepted unanimously. The August 7 minutes were approved with two votes in favor and one abstention, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved QA+M Invoice 17331 for $137.50 (unanimous)
• Accepted CHS Roof Closeout Documents as recommended (unanimous)
• Authorized Pro‑Mech Payment Application 18 for $380,180.78 (unanimous)
• Authorized Aramark Invoice 1 for $14,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 7, 2025 (For: Malon, Soucy; Abstain: Kortmann)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 PM (unanimous)

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The Coventry Local Emergency Coordinating Committee will meet to accept minutes from its August 7 meeting, review pedestrian safety concerns, and discuss agency updates. The committee will also consider road closures for upcoming town events like Arts on Main and Halloween on Main.

• Review of pedestrian safety concerns (Bendzans.pdf)
• Consideration of full or partial road closures for Arts on Main (9/20/25)
• Consideration of full or partial road closures for Halloween on Main (10/25/25)
• Acceptance of August 7, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting after a motion by Bill Watkins, seconded by James Drumm, with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:32 PM following a motion by Jon Hand, seconded by Bill Watkins, also approved unanimously.

• Accept minutes of August 7, 2025 (motion by Bill Watkins, seconded by James Drumm, unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 5:32 PM (motion by Jon Hand, seconded by Bill Watkins, unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to review new business regarding vernal pool mapping and Mill Brook Park. The body will also address old business concerning the Rose Williams Property, Nip Bottle money, and the Patriots Park Woods Trail.

• Vernal Pool Mapping
• Mill Brook Park
• Patriots Park Woods Trail
• Rose Williams Property
• Budget balance of $3,260

The commission voted to pre‑approve small expenditures of up to $100 for Eric’s work, with the motion seconded by Art and approved unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also made by Brian, seconded by Art, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved pre‑approval of expenditures up to $100 for Eric (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will discuss transferring unused bonding debt to the CHS HVAC project and potential expanded property tax exemptions for veterans. The body will also consider additional funding for the Swamp Road/South Street roadway project and ratify the Town Treasurer/Finance Director appointment.

• Resolution 2025-12 to transfer unused bonding debt to the CHS HVAC project
• Expanded Veterans Residential Property Tax Exemptions
• Additional funding request for Swamp Road/South Street roadway improvement right-of-way acquisitions
• CIRMA Members' Equity Distribution of $36,535
• Ratification of Town Treasurer / Finance Director appointment

The council accepted the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes after minor wording edits, with all six members voting for and none against. The council also approved the consent agenda, after a request to remove item 9.C., again with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (6‑0)
• Removed item 9.C. from consent agenda per request

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is holding a special meeting to review social media and communications. The body will also receive updates regarding CT Countryside and the Farmers’ Market.

• C. Ward Electric ribbon cutting at 755 Bread and Milk St on August 30th
• Discussion on Social Media and Communications
• CT Countryside updates
• Farmers’ Market updates

The Economic Development Commission voted on a motion to explore signage on major routes. The motion was moved by Edmondson, seconded by Mitchell, and approved unanimously. All six voting members—Liptrap, Murphy, Neal, Barry, Mitchell, and Edmondson—voted in favor. No members voted against or abstained.

• Approved motion to explore signage on major routes (unanimously)

Economic Development Commission

The Ad-Hoc Farmers’ Market Operating Committee is meeting to review the 2025 season. The body will also discuss wifi upgrade work.

• 2025 Season Update
• Wifi upgrade work

The commission approved the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting. It decided to order short‑ and long‑sleeve Dog Day t‑shirts and to purchase a red carpet for the dog contests. Jana will investigate the cost of adding Spectrum internet for guests.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Ordered short‑ and long‑sleeve Dog Day t‑shirts
• Ordered red carpet for dog contests
• Will use approx 100 remaining sampling glasses before new plastic cups
• Reduced market bag cost effective 8/31
• Jana to find out cost of providing Spectrum internet to guests
• Frontier internet now live, supporting up to 100 simultaneous transactions
• Market managers to explore EBT acceptance and FMNP grant matching next year

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Coventry Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee will meet to review submitted proposals, discuss a zoning regulation update, and adopt minutes from its June 23, 2025 meeting. The session is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Review of submitted proposals for senior and affordable housing
• Update on zoning regulation proposal

The committee decided to narrow the design proposals to the two lowest‑cost options and will email those preferences to Director Jana Roberson. Roberson will forward the Request for Proposals (RFP) to the committee and inform Penney of the group discussion. The committee was asked to complete a score sheet over the week, and the adoption of June minutes was tabled to the next meeting. No public hearing date has been set for the zoning regulation proposal.

• Committee to email top two proposal preferences to Director Roberson
• Roberson to email the RFP to the committee
• Committee to fill out the score sheet during the week
• Adoption of June 2025 minutes tabled to next meeting
• Roberson to send notices and calculate public hearing date for zoning proposal (date not set)
• Newton suggested drafting another memorandum in support of the zoning regulation proposal

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will discuss several land-use applications, including a subdivision on Route 44 and stone wall construction at Coventry Lake. The body will also consider a town proposal for an underwater aerator at Patriots Park.

• WP-25-15: Proposed 3-lot subdivision at CT Route 44/Boston Turnpike
• WP-25-19: Construction of two stone walls at 211 Maple Drive
• WP-25-13: Foundation replacement, deck addition, and garage rebuild at 184 Avery Shores
• WP-25-22: Proposed underwater aerator and playscape improvements at 124 Lake St, Patriots Park
• Enforcement action regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive

The Inland Wetlands Agency approved application WP-25-15 for a three‑lot subdivision on CT Route 44, adding conditions that the town must review and approve the conservation easement and the ownership/maintenance agreements for stormwater structures. The agency also approved application WP-25-19 for stone walls at 211 Maple Drive with an annual inspection requirement and a recommendation for a vegetative buffer. An extension was granted for WP-25-13, moving its decision deadline to November 2, 2025. No vote was taken on the Patriots Park aerator and playscape project.

• Approved WP-25-15 (3‑lot subdivision) – 4‑0‑1 vote (For: Epstein, Glenney, Mathieu, Wierszchalek; Abstain: Johnson)
• Approved WP-25-19 (stone walls) – unanimous 5‑0 vote (For: Epstein, Glenney, Johnson, Mathieu, Wierszchalek)
• Extension granted for WP-25-13 – deadline moved to 11/2/2025
• No decision taken on WP-25-22 (Patriots Park aerator and playscape) – discussion only

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee will review financial reports and consider a request for additional funding for the Swamp Road/South Street roadway improvement project. The committee will also discuss expanded veterans property tax exemptions and a resolution to transfer bonding funds for an HVAC project.

• Consideration of additional funding for Swamp Road/South Street roadway improvements
• Review of HVAC project financials and reconciliation
• Consideration of expanded veterans residential property tax exemptions
• Consideration of a resolution to transfer bonding funds for HVAC project
• Review of monthly financial reports and spending cap

The committee approved the June 9, 2025 Finance Meeting minutes with recommended edits, with two votes in favor and one abstention. A motion to continue the July 14, 2025 Finance Meeting minutes so the clerk can review the video and add omitted comments was passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted June 9, 2025 Finance Meeting minutes (2 for, 1 abstain)
• Continued July 14, 2025 Finance Meeting minutes for video review (unanimous)

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The America 250 | Coventry CT Committee is meeting to discuss promotional materials and event planning. The body is reviewing the distribution of flyers and the creation of subcommittees for finance, parades, and projects.

• Distribution of flyers/posters at Farmer’s Market and CHS
• Coordination of town newsletter and e-mail blasts
• Proposed subcommittees for Events, Parade, Finance/Fundraising, and Projects (VIS Signs)
• Town Manager proposal for a Business Directory

The committee unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Accepted previous minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Coventry Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings on three development proposals: a three-lot subdivision on Boston Turnpike, a tear-down/rebuild on Squirrel Trail, and a large motor-vehicle garage on Merrow Road. The commission will also consider zoning-regulation changes for two-family dwellings and a lot-line revision on South Street Extension.

• Three-lot subdivision on 3.86 acres at 3.86 acres on south side of Boston Turnpike (PZC-25-6)
• Special permit for tear-down/rebuild single-family dwelling at 84 Squirrel Trail (PZC-25-10)
• Zoning-regulation changes for two-family dwellings (PZC-25-11)
• Special permit for 3,000+ s.f. detached motor-vehicle garage at 535 Merrow Road (PZC-25-12)
• Lot-line revision for 165 & 215 South Street Extension (PZC-25-13)

The Coventry Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved four waiver requests related to a three‑lot subdivision on Boston Turnpike, covering map, plant/animal survey, hydraulic study, and open‑space plan. The commission also unanimously approved a special permit for a new single‑family dwelling on the undersized lot at 84 Squirrel Trail, adding access and sightline easements and other conditions. All motions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved waiver of map depicting future road system for the three‑lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of plant or animal survey report for the three‑lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of hydraulic study for the three‑lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of open‑space subdivision plan for the three‑lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for a new single‑family dwelling on 84 Squirrel Trail with access and sightline easements (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will review candidates and recommend appointments for the Charter Revision Commission. The committee will also consider appointments for the Cemetery Commission and Inland Wetlands Agency.

• Review of 16 candidates for the Charter Revision Commission
• Appointment consideration for Arpin to the Cemetery Commission
• Appointment consideration for Mathieu to the Inland Wetlands Agency
• Review of ordinance for Parks and Recreation Commission (marked as Not Ready For Action)

The committee approved Kevin Arpin's appointment to the Cemetery Commission. It unanimously recommended Cheryl Resha, Monica Gallegos Ramirez, Justin Murphy, Mike Petro, and Timothy Liptrap for life‑term seats on the Charter Revision Commission. Lori Mathieu was also appointed to the Inland Wetlands Agency. All motions recorded as passed were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved Kevin Arpin appointment to Cemetery Commission (unanimous)
• Added James Corrigan to list of Charter Revision Commission candidates (unanimous)
• Recommended Cheryl Resha to Charter Revision Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended Monica Gallegos Ramirez to Charter Revision Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended Justin Murphy to Charter Revision Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended Mike Petro to Charter Revision Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended Timothy Liptrap to Charter Revision Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Lori Mathieu appointment to Inland Wetlands Agency (unanimous)

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee is meeting to review a draft firearms ordinance and an extension resolution. The committee will also plan for public feedback and a public presentation.

• Review of Firearms Ordinance draft language 5
• Discussion of Extension Resolution Draft V3
• Planning for public feedback and presentation

The committee unanimously approved the June 19, 2025 minutes. The Town Council approved an extension of the Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee through Dec 1 2025, allowing four additional regular meetings. The committee scheduled a public comment meeting for Sep 18 2025 at 6:30 PM in the annex and outlined procedures for additional comments.

• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Town Council approved extension of committee through Dec 1 2025
• Scheduled public comment meeting for Sep 18 2025 at 6:30 PM in the annex
• Decided to hold a possible October public comment session if demand warrants
• Set a 5‑minute limit per public comment/question
• Will accept email comments via a new dedicated address
• No changes made to the draft firearms ordinance
• Committee will continue noise‑level research (no formal vote)

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will hold a regular meeting to review financial statements and receive reports from Public Works and the Sexton. The commission will also discuss responses to family letters and Wreaths Across America.

• Review of financial statements
• Public Works report from William Watkins
• Sexton's report from Rich Mindek
• Discussion of responses to letters sent to families
• Wreaths Across America

The commission approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved a motion to place three future markers at the heads of graves in Grant Hill Cemetery, Lot 32, with all markers aligned, passing 5‑0. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved placement of three future markers at Grant Hill Cemetery, Lot 32 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a garden shed. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from July 15, 2025.

• ZBA-25-12: Request to erect a 12' x 16' garden shed 38’ from the front property line at 730 Pucker Street (50’ required)

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance allowing a 12' × 16' garden shed to be built 38 feet from the front property line at 730 Pucker Street in the GR‑80 zone. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. All votes were in favor with no objections or abstentions. The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

• Approved variance for garden shed at 730 Pucker Street (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous 4‑0)

Veterans Memorial & Events Commission

The Veterans Memorial and Events Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss a proposal for new veteran monuments. The agenda includes reviewing minutes, upcoming events, and old and new business items.

• New Veteran Monuments proposal

Town Council

The Town Council will consider approving an Eversource electrical utility easement at 78 Ripley Hill Road. The meeting also includes updates on summer roads, current engineering projects, and a Town Manager performance evaluation in executive session.

• Possible approval of Eversource/CL&P electrical utility easement at 78 Ripley Hill Road
• Summer roads update and 2025 spring paving budget review
• Town Engineer update on current capital projects
• Shred-It Day scheduled for 9/6/25
• State Of The Lake Forum scheduled for September 16, 2025

The council accepted the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes with suggested edits (5‑1‑1). It also approved the consent agenda (6‑0‑1). Finally, the council authorized the Town Manager to execute an electrical utility easement for HVAC improvements at Coventry High School (7‑0‑0).

• Accepted July 21, 2025 minutes with edits (5 for, 1 against, 1 abstain)
• Approved consent agenda (6 for, 0 against, 1 abstain)
• Authorized Eversource/CL&P easement at 78 Ripley Hill Road for HVAC (7 for, 0 against, 0 abstain)

Town Council

The BOE Fiscal Committee and Town Finance Committee are meeting to review the FY2025 end of year figures. The body will also receive updates on federal funding and shared services between the town and the board of education.

• FY2025 End of Year Review
• Shared Services Town/BOE update
• Federal Funding Update
• Future Joint Meetings Schedule

The committee agreed to hold joint meetings every two months, scheduled to occur before the regular board meeting during the fiscal off‑week. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:07 p.m. was made and passed unanimously. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Agreed to hold joint meetings every two months, preceding the regular board meeting during the fiscal off‑week
• Motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:07 p.m. passed unanimously

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Coventry Water Pollution Control Authority will hold its regular meeting on August 14, 2025, via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a proposed sewer use fee adjustment at 1047 Main Street, updates to WPCA regulations, and ongoing discussions about sewer system capacity and grinder pump ownership transfers. Staff will provide updates on the Wastewater Management Plan, the Western Route 44 Sewer Project, and operations. The meeting also includes correspondence reports and sets a public hearing for September 11, 2025, regarding 396 Main Street.

• Sewer Use Fee Adjustment at 1047 Main Street
• WPCA Regulations Update
• Western Route 44 Sewer Project Update
• Public Hearing scheduled for September 11, 2025 at 396 Main Street
• Budget Review and Operations & Maintenance Report

The board approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved adjusting the sewer use fee for 1047 Main Street to a total of 11.75 EDUs effective July 1, 2025. WPCA staff will continue reviewing draft regulation updates, with another review scheduled for the September 11 meeting. A public hearing on the Sewer Assessment for 396 Main Street was set for that September meeting.

• Approved June 12, 2025 WPCA minutes (vote 3-0-1)
• Approved sewer use fee adjustment for 1047 Main Street to 11.75 EDUs (vote 4-0-0)

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority will hold its monthly meeting to approve expenditures, review year-end financial reports, and discuss solar documentation from the CT Green Bank. The director will provide updates on Orchard Hill Estates phases I and II.

• Review and approval of expenditures
• Review of year-end financial reports
• Review of solar documentation from CT Green Bank
• Director’s report on Orchard Hill Estates Phase I update
• Director’s report on Orchard Hill Estates Phase II update

The board unanimously approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes as amended. It also unanimously approved the August treasurer's report. Finally, the board unanimously approved the August expenditures as presented.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved August expenditures (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Low Impact Development (LID) Work Group is meeting to review site visit notes and finalize a draft work plan matrix. The group will also determine work assignments and the Fall 2025 meeting schedule.

• Review of UConn June 24, 2025 site visit meeting notes
• Review of LID site visits in East Hampton, Lake Waramaug, Columbia, Glastonbury, and CNV COG
• Review and editing of Draft Intern Work Plan Concepts
• Finalization of Draft LID Work Plan Matrix
• Review of IWA LID webpages regarding work plans, FAQs, and resources

The Inland Wetlands Agency Low Impact Development Work Group voted to approve the draft meeting notes from the June 18 and June 24, 2025 meetings. The group also approved adding Darby Pollansky as a representative of the Planning & Zoning and Economic & Community Development Commissions. Members agreed to develop a Work Plan Matrix and to share updates with the email list. Future monthly meetings for fall 2025 will be scheduled by the chair.

• Approved draft meeting notes from June 18 and June 24, 2025 (vote passed)
• Approved addition of Darby Pollansky to the work group (vote passed)
• Agreed to develop and share an LID Work Plan Matrix by next week
• Agreed to review and update the LID email list and send frequent updates

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The committee will meet to discuss updates on the lake gate, hydrilla, and water quality. Members will hold a working session regarding the January 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan and plan for a September Forum featuring an IWA Low Impact Development panel.

• Review of July 27, 2025 Lake Awareness event
• Working session on the January 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan
• Updates on lake gate, hydrilla, and water quality
• Planning for September Forum with IWA Low Impact Development panel

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided; the committee provided updates on lake water level, hydrilla treatment, water quality sampling, and upcoming events. Future work on the Lake Management Plan will be discussed at a special meeting in October.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, has been cancelled. A public hearing for a subdivision application has been postponed to August 25, 2025.

• Postponed public hearing for PZC-25-6: Three lot Subdivision on 3.86 acres on the south side of Boston Turnpike

Town Council

The joint Town Council Finance Committee meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, is canceled. A special meeting is rescheduled for August 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Conference Room B at Town Hall.

• Finance Committee meeting canceled
• Special Finance Committee meeting rescheduled for August 26
• Meeting location: Conference Room B at Town Hall

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will review financial statements and project schedules. The body will discuss the CHS roof project and unit ventilator/HVAC project.

• CHS Roof Project review and discussion
• Unit Ventilator/HVAC Project review and discussion
• Pro-Mech Payment Application 17
• Review of Building Committee Cost Breakdown for reimbursable projects

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 3, 2025 meeting and a payment of $213,837.04 to Pro-Mech for its invoice. The HVAC reimbursement request was denied. The agenda item on the Building Committee Cost Breakdown was tabled until the next meeting, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:16 PM.

• Approved July 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Authorized Pro-Mech Payment Application 17 for $213,837.04 (unanimous vote)
• Denied HVAC reimbursement request
• Tabled Building Committee Cost Breakdown – Reimbursable Projects agenda item
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 PM (unanimous vote)

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The committee will meet to review the coordination of past events and discuss upcoming activities. The agenda includes agency updates and a review of the May 1, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Debrief of Memorial Day Parade (5/26/25)
• Debrief of Prevention Day in the Park (5/29/25)
• Debrief of Coventry Fireworks (6/28/25)
• Planning for Arts on Main (9/20/25)

The committee accepted the May 1, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. Members agreed to add the Traffic Authority topic to future LECC agendas. A schedule was set for the Human Services prevention council to give an update at an upcoming Town Council meeting. The group also discussed creating a policy for event staffing costs, but no decision was made.

• Accepted May 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Agreed to add Traffic Authority topic to future LECC agendas
• Scheduled Human Services prevention council update at upcoming Town Council meeting
• Discussed need for policy on event staffing costs (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:00 PM (unanimous vote)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to review financial reports and discuss several land and park projects. The body is scheduled to address new business regarding vernal pool mapping and Mill Brook Park.

• Budget balance of $3,260
• Vernal Pool Mapping
• Mill Brook Park
• Patriots Park Woods Trail
• Rose Williams Property

The Conservation Commission met on August 6, 2025, reviewed minutes with two corrections, and reported a balance of $3,170.67 after a purchase for weed removal. No public audience or referrals were noted. New business included plans for a work party at Eagleville Lake, and old business covered a letter about tower hazards, vernal pool mapping, a proposed brush‑clearing field trip, and a pending preserve plan. A motion to adjourn was made and approved by all members.

• Motion to adjourn approved (all voted)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to hear a presentation on an updated Parks and Recreation Ordinance. The presentation will be delivered by Special Projects Coordinator Alex Taylor.

• Presentation of Updated Parks and Recreation Ordinance

The Parks & Recreation Commission discussed a draft ordinance that would change the commission's voting authority and expressed concerns about its impact. Members also talked about the Patriots Park master plan, a proposed UCONN boathouse, and long‑term contract involvement. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded during the meeting.

Energy Conservation / Alternative Energy Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from June 4 and discuss old and new business. No specific topics or proposals are listed on the agenda.

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will meet to discuss the establishment of a Charter Revision Commission and a memorandum of agreement with the State of Connecticut's DEMHS. The body will also consider an extension for the Firearms Safety Home Shooting Range Study Committee and review several board appointments.

• Establishment of Charter Revision Commission (Resolution 2025-10)
• Memorandum of Agreement with State of CT Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (Resolution 2025-11)
• Extension request for Firearms Safety - Home Shooting Range Study Committee
• Appointments for Ad-Hoc Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee, Eastern Highlands Health District, Parks & Recreation Commission, and Windham Regional Transit District
• Review of quarterly reports for April - June 2025

The Town Council accepted the July 7 and July 21 meeting minutes and approved the consent agenda. It then voted to appoint Keith Miller, John Elsesser, Ashlee Pascarelli, and Shawn Fillmore to designated committees and districts. All votes were unanimous.

• Accepted July 7, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Accepted July 21, 2025 minutes with edits (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Appointed Keith Miller to Ad‑hoc protected spaces stewardship committee (7‑0)
• Appointed John Elsesser to Eastern Highlands Health District (7‑0)
• Appointed Ashlee Pascarelli as alternate to Parks & Recreation Commission (7‑0)
• Appointed Shawn Fillmore to Windham Regional Transit District (life term) (7‑0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting for a site walk. The commission will review a proposal to create a three-lot subdivision on the south side of Boston Turnpike.

• Site walk for PZC-25-6: Three lot Subdivision on 3.86 acres (Assessors Map 22, Lot 108)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a three-lot subdivision on Boston Turnpike. The body will also consider a lot line revision and a special permit for a home rebuild on a non-conforming lot.

• Public hearing for PZC-25-6: Three lot subdivision on 3.86 acres on the south side of Boston Turnpike
• PZC-25-8: Lot line revision at 253 Parker Bridge Road
• PZC-25-10: Special Permit for a tear down/rebuild at 84 Squirrel Trail
• Preliminary discussion regarding 24 Daly Road in the Neighborhood Commercial Zone
• Discussion of draft zoning regulations for two-family dwellings from the Affordable Housing Committee

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved two agenda additions, including a high‑school HVAC easement referral and an Oswa LLC special permit notice. It also approved a lot line revision for parcels 3 and 4 at 253 Parker Bridge Road, finding the reconfigured lots meet zoning requirements. The commission postponed further discussion of waivers for the three‑lot subdivision and scheduled a continuation meeting on August 11.

• Agenda addition 6E (High School HVAC easement) approved unanimously (For: Pollansky, Polsky, Thomas; Against: none)
• Agenda addition 8B (Oswa LLC special permit) approved unanimously (For: Pollansky, Polsky, Thomas; Against: none)
• Lot line revision for parcels 3 and 4 at 253 Parker Bridge Road approved unanimously (For: Pollansky, Polsky, Thomas; Against: none)
• Waiver discussion for three‑lot subdivision postponed; meeting continued to August 11
• Special permit application for 84 Squirrel Trail to be heard at the August 25 meeting (no decision made)

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will discuss potential changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance and the Town Charter. The committee will also consider an extension for the Firearms Safety-Home Shooting Range Study Committee and review several board appointments.

• Review and possible action on the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance
• Review of the Town Charter and Resolution 2025-10 regarding the Charter Revision Commission
• Possible action on an extension request for the Firearms Safety-Home Shooting Range Study Committee
• Appointments for the Water Pollution Control Authority (Pattee) and Eastern Highlands Health District (Elsesser)
• Appointments for the Parks & Recreation Commission (Pascarelli) and Windham Regional Transit District (Fillmore)

The council unanimously accepted the June 23, 2025 minutes. It agreed to continue the Parks and Recreation ordinance review at a future meeting. Several appointments were approved, while one failed due to lack of a second. A motion to extend the Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee term was presented, but the outcome was not recorded.

• Accepted June 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Parks & Rec ordinance review to next meeting (consensus)
• Appointed Keith Miller to Ad‑hoc protected spaces stewardship committee (unanimous)
• Appointed John Elsesser to Eastern Highlands Health District (unanimous)
• Appointed Ashley Pascarelli as alternate to Parks & Rec Commission (unanimous)
• Motion to appoint Christine Pattee to Water Pollution Control Authority failed (no second)
• Appointed Shawn Fillmore to Windham Regional Transit District (unanimous)
• Motion to adopt Resolution 2025‑09 extending the Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee term – outcome not recorded

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate, primarily focusing on the adoption of previous meeting minutes.

• Adoption of May 28, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Adoption of June 25, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Adoption of July 23, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes
• Adoption of July 23, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

The Inland Wetlands Agency adopted the May 28, 2025, June 25, 2025, and July 23, 2025 meeting minutes after making listed corrections. All three adoption motions passed unanimously with no votes against. A proposal to remove Ken Slater from attendance received no action.

• Adopt May 28, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes (approved, vote 4-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopt June 25, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes (approved, vote 5-0)
• Adopt July 23, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes (approved, vote 5-0)
• Removal of Ken Slater from attendance – no action taken

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to review updates on the Farmers’ Market and CT Countryside. The body will also discuss social media and communications.

• Social Media and Communications
• CT Countryside Updates
• Farmers’ Market Updates

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The July meeting of the Ad-Hoc Senior & Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2025.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will discuss several land-use applications involving construction in upland review areas. The body will also address an enforcement matter regarding material deposition at a residential property.

• WP-25-13: Foundation replacement, deck addition, and garage rebuild at 184 Avery Shores
• WP-25-15: Proposed 3-lot subdivision at CT Route 44/ Boston Turnpike
• WP-25-16: Construction of a gravel driveway at Brewster St
• WP-25-19: Construction of two stone walls at 211 Maple Drive
• Enforcement action regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive

The agency voted unanimously to direct staff to work with the town attorney on enforcement for 77 Tall Oak Drive. It also unanimously approved the Brewster Street driveway permit (WP‑25‑16) with standard conditions and a reduced apron width.

• Approved enforcement action for 77 Tall Oak Drive (unanimous vote: Glenney, Pearson, Johnson, Mathieu, Wierszchalek)
• Approved application WP‑25‑16 Brewster Street driveway permit with minor apron change (unanimous vote: Glenney, Pearson, Johnson, Mathieu, Wierszchalek)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is holding a special meeting to conduct an executive session. The body will discuss an ongoing violation at 77 Tall Oak Drive.

• Executive session regarding ongoing violation at 77 Tall Oak Drive

The Inland Wetlands Agency moved to enter an executive session to discuss an ongoing violation at 77 Tall Oak Drive. The motion was seconded and unanimously approved by the members present. The session began at 6:30 p.m. and concluded at 7:24 p.m.

• Approved executive session to discuss violation at 77 Tall Oak Drive (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special meeting for a site walk at 9 Wolf Hill Road. This is an informational visit; no formal discussion or decisions will occur until the next public hearing.

• Site walk for application ZBA-25-9 regarding 9 Wolf Hill Road
• Request for variance to reduce front yard setback from Mill Race Drive from 50 feet to 30 feet

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The America 250 | Coventry CT Committee is meeting to discuss event planning and community outreach. The body will review progress on parade coordination, a history scavenger hunt, and an encampment.

• Discussion of 250 Parade and Memorial Day Parade coordination
• Planning for a Year Long History Scavenger Hunt and One Day Amazing Race
• Review of community contact list and outreach letters
• Development of fundraising ideas and a community group action plan
• Preparation of an article for the Town Fall Newsletter due August 1

The committee unanimously accepted the previous meeting minutes. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned. No other substantive actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Accepted previous minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will meet to discuss administrative updates and potential changes to meeting start times. The body is considering the adoption of a staff survey for the Town Manager's annual performance evaluation.

• Possible action to adopt a survey for staff comments on Town Manager performance
• Possible action to revise Standing Rules of Procedure to start regular meetings at 7:00 PM
• Review of the June 2025 Monthly Financial Report
• Review of Board of Education concerns regarding budget reductions from 5-23-2025
• Review of 2025 Connecticut General Assembly legislative changes affecting taxation and land use

The Town Council voted to accept the consent agenda, with all six members present voting in favor. The Council also amended its Standing Rules of Procedure to set the regular meeting start time at 7:00 PM, again with unanimous approval. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Accepted Consent Agenda (6‑0 vote)
• Amended Standing Rules to set meeting start time at 7:00 PM (6‑0 vote)

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The regular meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025, was cancelled. The Town Manager cited a lack of agenda items as the reason for the cancellation.

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will meet to review financial statements and receive reports from Public Works and the Sexton. The body will discuss tree maintenance at NHC and the Chapman lot, as well as draft letters to families.

• Update on Alberta spruces in NHC
• Discussion of Grant Hill trees and shrubs
• Review of 3 draft letters to families
• Pruning update for the Chapman lot at Coventry Cemetery
• Planning for Wreaths Across America

The Cemetery Commission approved the minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It approved two cemetery lot sales, issuing permits for Lot 7 to the Duvals and Boothroyd ($150) and for Lot 119 to the Gitsis family and Hart ($800). The commission also recorded several cremains and casket interments that took place in July. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 19, 2025 meeting minutes (vote 4‑0)
• Approved lot sale and permit for Lot 7, $150 (Angie Duval, Andre Duval, September Boothroyd) – application approved 07‑02‑25, permit issued 07‑02‑25
• Approved lot sale and permit for Lot 119, $800 (Christoula Gitsis, Dimitrios Gitsis, Nektaria Hart) – application approved 07‑12‑25, permit issued 07‑15‑25

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two variance requests. The board will determine if these properties can deviate from standard zoning regulations regarding setbacks and lot coverage.

• ZBA-25-9: Request to reduce front yard setback from 50 to 30 feet at 9 Wolf Hill Road
• ZBA-25-11: Request for a 10' x 10' x 9' shed and 800 s.f. driveway at 207 Lakeview Drive
• ZBA-25-11: Request for 26.5% lot coverage where 15% is the maximum

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance allowing a 10' × 10' × 9' wooden shed at 207 Lakeview Drive with an 18.45% lot coverage. The board tabled the variance request for 9 Wolf Hill Road (ZBA‑25‑9) and scheduled a special site‑walk meeting, continuing the discussion at the August 19 2025 meeting.

• Approved variance for 10'×10' shed at 207 Lakeview Drive (5-0 vote)
• Tabled variance request ZBA-25-9 for 9 Wolf Hill Road; scheduled special site‑walk meeting
• Continued ZBA-25-9 discussion to August 19, 2025 meeting

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will meet to discuss lake maintenance and planning. The body will hold a working session regarding the January 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan.

• Review of Town of Coventry Handbook for Elected and Appointed officials
• Updates on Lake Gate and Hydrilla
• Water quality update
• Planning for July Lake Awareness at the Farmers’ Market
• Planning for the September Forum

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Chair Zeppa, seconded by Ken Staten, and passed with votes in favor from Charles Brown, Ken Staten, Richard Pearson, and Debby Zeppa; Amanda L’Etoile abstained. No other decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4 in favor, 1 abstention)

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee will review the school HVAC project and consider adding a ballot question to transfer energy project funds to that project. The committee will also discuss expanded residential property tax exemptions for veterans and conduct a historical review of the preschool account.

• Proposed November ballot question to transfer remaining Energy Project funds to the HVAC Project
• Discussion on expanded Veterans Residential Property Tax Exemptions
• Historical review of Preschool Account establishment
• Review of Board of Education Fiscal Reports for May 2025

The committee voted unanimously to accept the June 9, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. Members discussed concerns about property‑tax assessment rounding and the ongoing HVAC project, including cost overruns, transformer changes, and possible use of energy‑bond funds. No formal action or authorization on the HVAC funding was taken, leaving the matter for future consideration.

• Accepted June 9, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• HVAC project funding options discussed; no decision made

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 14, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss the impact of federal Executive Orders concerning DEI on town policies. The body will also review the Volunteer Handbook regarding the new Town Ethics Ordinance and attendance policy.

• Discussion of federal Executive Orders concerning DEI
• Review of Volunteer Handbook and Town Ethics Ordinance
• Resignation of Carol Kent
• Discussion of membership and future town policy reviews

Town Council

The joint meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025, has been canceled. A special Finance Committee meeting is now scheduled for July 14, 2025.

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority monthly meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, 2025, has been canceled.

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will meet to discuss a resolution regarding native plants and pollinator-friendly landscaping. The body will also consider several board appointments and a request to move unexpended Board of Education funds into a reserve fund.

• Consideration of Pollinator-Friendly/Native Plant Resolution
• Recommended appointments for Building Code Board of Appeals (Mannarino) and Planning & Zoning Commission Alt (Krider, Miller)
• Board of Education intent to deposit unexpended FY25 operating budget funds into the Reserve Fund for Capital Expenditures
• Town Manager performance evaluation in Executive Session

The council unanimously accepted the May 27, June 16 and June 23 Town Council meeting minutes with the listed edits. The consent agenda was approved after a member requested item 9.A be removed for discussion. The council appointed Richard Mannarino to the Building Code Board of Appeals and appointed Kathleen Krider and Keith Miller as alternates to the Planning & Zoning Commission. The review of the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance was continued to the next steering committee meeting.

• Accepted May 27 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted June 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted June 23 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Appointed Richard Mannarino to Building Code Board of Appeals (term expires 6/1/2030, unanimous)
• Appointed Kathleen Krider as alternate to Planning & Zoning Commission (term expires 11/1/2027, unanimous)
• Appointed Keith Miller as alternate to Planning & Zoning Commission (term expires 11/1/2026, unanimous)
• Continued Parks & Recreation Commission ordinance review to next steering committee meeting

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will review financial statements and project schedules. The body will discuss the CHS Roof and Unit Ventilator/HVAC projects and review several payment applications and change orders from Pro-Mech.

• CHS Roof Project review and discussion
• Unit Ventilator/HVAC Project review and discussion
• Pro-Mech Payment Application 16
• Pro-Mech Change Order 4 (Floor Tile Extra)
• Pro-Mech Change Orders 5, 6, and 7

The School Energy & Building Efficiency Committee authorized a $365,132.32 payment to Pro‑Mech and approved four additional change orders ranging from $5,165.10 to $17,233.31. The minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting were accepted, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:38 PM. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Pro‑Mech Payment Application 16 for $365,132.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Pro‑Mech Change Order 4 for $17,233.31 and requested engineering contract review (unanimous)
• Approved Pro‑Mech Change Order 5 for $16,222.06 (unanimous)
• Approved Pro‑Mech Change Order 6 for $5,165.10 (unanimous)
• Approved Pro‑Mech Change Order 7 for $15,838.27 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:38 PM (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to discuss a site plan referral for the Boston Turnpike Subdivision. The body will also address vernal pool mapping and a land use forum.

• Site plan referral for Boston Turnpike Subdivision
• Vernal pool mapping
• Land use forum
• Patriots Park Woods Trail
• Budget balance of $1,333.45

The commission voted to adjourn the July 2 meeting at 9:03 p.m. with all members in favor. A motion to approve the June minutes was made and seconded, but the record does not state the vote outcome. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Brian, seconded by Art)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss a Board of Education facility use policy change and a commission ordinance. The body will also review a request for special use of Creaser Park.

• Special use request for Creaser Park on August 30, 2025
• Rec Commission Ordinance discussion
• BOE Facility Use Policy Change

The commission voted to allow Katelyn Mastroianni special use of Creaser Park on August 30, 2025. The motion was made by Beverly Carlson, seconded by Pam Miller, and affirmed by Jennifer Rodgers, Jillian Miner, Beverly Carlson, and Pam Miller. No vote was taken on the Vale Sports Club agreement, and the pending revisions to the Parks & Recreation ordinance were discussed without a formal decision.

• Approved special use of Creaser Park on Aug 30, 2025 (motion passed)
• No vote taken on Vale Sports Club agreement (review only)
• No formal vote on pending Parks & Recreation ordinance revisions (discussion only)
• Discussion of ordinance sections 70-31, 70-33, 70-34, 70-66, 70-67, 70-68 without adoption

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for June 26, 2025, has been cancelled. This allows members to attend the Community Land Use Forum on June 30.

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The regular meeting of the Ad-Hoc Senior & Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee scheduled for June 25, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will discuss several land-use applications, including a town water main extension and a 3-lot subdivision. The body will also address an enforcement matter regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive.

• Application #25-11: Install a 6-inch water main from Upton Drive to 225 Plains Road
• Application #25-15: Proposed 3-lot subdivision on CT Route 44/Boston Turnpike
• Application #25-13: Foundation replacement, deck addition, and garage rebuild at 184 Avery Shores
• Application #25-16: Construction of a gravel driveway on Brewster St
• Enforcement action regarding material deposition at 77 Tall Oak Drive

The agency approved the Plains Road and South Street Extension water‑main project (item #25‑11) after a unanimous vote. It also approved the CT Route 44/Boston Turnpike driveway and storm‑water control project (item #25‑12) by unanimous vote. Both motions passed with all members voting in favor and no opposition.

• Approved Plains Road and South Street Extension water main project (unanimous 4‑0)
• Approved CT Route 44/Boston Turnpike driveway and stormwater controls (unanimous 4‑0)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Low Impact Development Work Group is meeting at the UCONN Storrs Campus for a technical site review. The group will examine residential LID installations and discuss design, maintenance, and tracking criteria.

• Technical review of residential lot LID examples
• Discussion of installation and maintenance requirements
• Review of education and training resources for consultants and town staff
• Discussion of GIS methods for tracking performance

On June 24, 2025 the Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency LID Work Group met informally at the UConn Storrs Campus. Participants introduced themselves and outlined the group’s vision, mission, and goals. The discussion covered stakeholder outreach, LID policy, design criteria, education, and a review of existing LID structures. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The America 250 committee is meeting to coordinate various commemorative events and outreach. Members will discuss parade planning, historical sites, and community activities.

• Walktober Main Street walk scheduled for 10/4
• Boat Float and Buttons in the Brook site scouting at First Church
• Loomis Boulder project at 35 Millers Farm Road
• Planning for 6/28 Fireworks and 8/3 Farmers Market presence
• Discussion of Brigham’s Tavern and Washington Breakfast

The committee unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes and then unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Accepted previous minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a special permit for a veterinary hospital. The body will also review a site plan waiver and two land subdivision requests.

• Special Permit application for Eterna Veterinary Wellness and Urgent Care at 2208 Boston Turnpike
• Site Plan Waiver request for 2812 Boston Turnpike
• Three lot Subdivision on 3.86 acres on the south side of Boston Turnpike (Assessors Map 22, Lot 108)
• Lot line revision for an approved subdivision lot at 730 Pucker Street

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the special permit application (PZC-25-5) for Eterna Veterinary Wellness and Urgent Care at 2208 Boston Turnpike, finding it meets commercial‑zone criteria and listed conditions. The commission also approved a site‑plan waiver for Andrew Ladyga’s 2812 Boston Turnpike project (first phase of Special Permit 10‑02S), allowing implementation without additional site work. Both motions were adopted unanimously with all five voting members in favor and none against or abstaining.

• Approved special permit for Eterna Veterinary Hospital at 2208 Boston Turnpike (unanimous 5‑0)
• Approved site‑plan waiver for 2812 Boston Turnpike first‑phase project (unanimous 5‑0)

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will consider changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance. The body will also discuss a resolution regarding pollinator-friendly and native plants on town-owned property.

• Review/change to Ordinance for Parks and Recreation Commission
• Pollinator-Friendly/Native Plant Resolution
• Appointments for Building Code Board of Appeals (Mannarino), Parks & Recreation Commission (Pascarelli), and Planning & Zoning Commission Alt (Krider, Miller)
• Resignation of Peters from the Conservation Commission

The council unanimously accepted the minutes from May 27 and June 2, 2025. Valrie Peters announced her resignation from the Conservation Commission. The council unanimously appointed Richard Mannarino to the Building Code Board of Appeals and appointed Kathleen Krider and Keith Miller as alternates to the Planning & Zoning Commission. The council also unanimously voted to review the proposed Parks & Recreation ordinance changes.

• Accepted May 27, 2025 minutes (unanimously in favor)
• Accepted June 2, 2025 minutes (unanimously in favor)
• Valrie Peters resigned from Conservation Commission (no vote required)
• Appointed Richard Mannarino to Building Code Board of Appeals (unanimously in favor)
• Appointed Kathleen Krider as Planning & Zoning Commission alternate (unanimously in favor)
• Appointed Keith Miller as Planning & Zoning Commission alternate (unanimously in favor)
• Motion to review Parks & Recreation ordinance changes (unanimously in favor)
• Motion to appoint Ashley Pascarelli as Parks & Rec alternate withdrawn; item continued

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special budget meeting to determine the mill rate for the 2025/26 fiscal year. The council will also consider the establishment of COVRRA rates for the same period.

• Establishment of Mill Rate for FY 2025/26
• Establishment of COVRRA Rates for FY 2025/26

The Town Council approved a FY2026 mill rate of 23.76 mil for real estate, personal property and motor vehicle taxes. It also approved COVRRA tipper barrel rates of $382 for 95‑gallon, $332 for 60‑gallon and $302 for 35‑gallon containers. Finally, the council voted to maintain the current transfer station fee schedule for FY2026. All three motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Set FY2026 mill rate at 23.76 mil (7‑0)
• Set COVRRA 95‑gal tipper barrel rate at $382 (7‑0)
• Set COVRRA 60‑gal tipper barrel rate at $332 (7‑0)
• Set COVRRA 35‑gal tipper barrel rate at $302 (7‑0)
• Maintain FY2026 transfer station fee schedule (7‑0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss a proposal for a Veteran’s Memorial presented by Peter DePaola. The body will also review a Board of Education request regarding the design of Patriots Park.

• Veteran’s Memorial Proposal by Peter DePaola
• Board of Education request for inclusion in Patriots Park design
• Town of Bethany Investigation Report

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved a request to amplify sound for a free concert in Creaser Park on June 27, 2025. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. A special commission meeting was scheduled for June 30, 2025 via Zoom. Finally, the Veterans Memorial presented by Peter DePaola was approved.

• Approved sound amplification for Creaser Park concert on June 27, 2025 (4‑8:30 pm)
• Approved the May 8, 2025 commission minutes
• Scheduled a special commission meeting for June 30, 2025 at 6 pm via Zoom
• Approved the Veterans Memorial proposal presented by Peter DePaola

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee is reviewing a draft firearms ordinance and a presentation for the council. The committee will also discuss the redaction of shooter names and updates to the volunteer handbook.

• Review of Firearms Ordinance Draft Language 5
• Discussion on redacting shooter names based on Chief Peterson's disclosure requirements
• Review of draft committee presentation for the council
• Discussion on presenting the proposed ordinance to the council
• Volunteer Handbook update

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. It also voted unanimously to present the draft firearms ordinance to the Town Council for review, with a report to be submitted by July 3 and the agenda set for the July 7 council meeting. The committee plans a public comment meeting in August if the council moves forward.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present draft ordinance to Town Council (unanimous)

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will meet to review financial statements and receive reports from Public Works and the Sexton. The body will also discuss Wreaths Across America and a Facebook update.

• Review of financial statements
• Public Works report from William Watkins
• Sexton's report from Rich Mindek
• Discussion of Wreaths Across America
• Facebook update

The Cemetery Commission approved the meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It approved three monument marker applications for Grant Hill Cemetery and Coventry Cemetery. Commissioners signed the town's new Ethics Policy for serving on committees. The commission plans to move its online presence from Facebook to the DPW website.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0 vote)
• Approved flush monument marker for James and Barbara Curtis, Grant Hill Cemetery Lot 78
• Approved flush ground marker for Judy Koehler, Grant Hill Cemetery Lot 1
• Approved upright monument marker for Susan Gamache, Coventry Cemetery Section A Lot 145
• Adopted and signed new Town of Coventry Ethics Policy for committee members
• Planned move of commission online presence from Facebook to DPW website

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry IWA LID Work Group is meeting to review an updated work plan and FAQ document. The group will discuss a presentation for the June 30, 2025 Land Use Forum and coordinate a site visit to UCONN on June 24.

• Review of Draft PowerPoint for June 30, 2025 Land Use Forum
• Status updates on field visits to East Hampton, Columbia, and Lake Waramaug
• Planning for UCONN LID site visit on June 24
• Discussion of a new webpage for agendas, meeting notes, and LID resources

The Inland Wetlands Agency LID Work Group reviewed and accepted the draft May 19 meeting notes. Members continued editing the Work Plan and FAQ draft, aiming to post a final draft online by June 23. They also revised the PowerPoint slide deck, targeting a final version online by June 27. The group scheduled a UConn LID site visit for June 24 and indicated the next meeting will occur in August, date to be determined.

• Accepted draft May 19 meeting notes
• Planned final Work Plan draft to be posted online by June 23
• Planned final PowerPoint draft to be posted online by June 27
• Scheduled UConn LID site visit for June 24
• Set next meeting for August (date TBD)

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will review financial statements and project updates. The meeting focuses on the CHS roof project and unit ventilator/HVAC installations.

• Review of CHS Roof Project and QA+M invoice dated April 30, 2025
• Discussion of Unit Ventilator/HVAC project schedule and progress notes
• Review of Pro-Mech Payment Application 15
• Discussion of revised transformer location
• Update to the Volunteer Handbook

The committee approved the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes and unanimously voted to table the June financial statements until the next meeting. It authorized a $1,517.75 payment to QA+M for a roof inspection and a $676,497.42 payment to Pro‑Mech for its application 15. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled June financial statements until next meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized QA+M payment $1,517.75 (unanimous)
• Authorized Pro‑Mech payment $676,497.42 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a requested variance for a property in the GR-40 Zone. The board will also review meeting minutes and a handbook for officials.

• Public hearing for ZBA-25-8: request to reduce front yard setback from 50 feet to 30 feet at 861 Main Street

The board unanimously approved a variance allowing the front‑yard setback on the Armstrong Road side of 861 Main Street to be reduced from 50 feet to 30 feet for an above‑ground pool. The May 20, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved without opposition. Members signed the acknowledgment page for the April 7, 2025 handbook for elected and appointed officials.

• Approved variance to reduce front‑yard setback at 861 Main St (5-0)
• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Handbook acknowledgment forms signed by board members

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a public hearing and consider applications for the 2025 Neighborhood Assistance Act. The body will also review year-end budget transfers for FY 24/25 and a transfer to support the FY 25/26 proposed budget.

• Public hearing on the 2025 Neighborhood Assistance Act
• Acceptance of Neighborhood Assistance Act applications for Coventry Fire, Coventry Hale Windows, CLCC, and JEC
• Authorization of FY 24/25 year-end budget transfers
• Proposed FY 24/25 transfer request to support the FY 25/26 proposed budget
• Transfer to the June 2025 suspense tax list

The Town Council voted to accept the April 14, 2025 and June 2, 2025 meeting minutes. The consent agenda was also approved. No other substantive actions were taken during this meeting.

• Accepted April 14, 2025 minutes (vote 6‑0)
• Accepted June 2, 2025 minutes (vote 6‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (vote 6‑0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, has been canceled. A special meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2025.

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will review sewer capacity and septic construction for 28/30 Mason Street Mills. The body will also discuss sewer system capacity, budget review, and a sewer assessment and rate increase.

• Sewer capacity and septic construction for 28/30 Mason Street Mills
• Sewer assessment and rate increase
• Western Route 44 Sewer Project update
• Grinder pump ownership transfers
• Wastewater Management Plan update

The Authority voted to approve the minutes of the May 8, 2025 public hearing and regular meeting. All three members present voted in favor, with no votes against or abstentions. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet to review and approve expenditures and discuss new policies adopted by the Town Council. The meeting includes updates on Orchard Hill and Orchard Hill II.

• Review and approval of expenditures
• Discussion of new Town Council policies and the Handbook for Elected & Appointed Officials and Volunteers
• Director's report updates on Orchard Hill and Orchard Hill II

The board approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes, the amended May treasurer’s report, and the May expenditures without discussion. All approvals were passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended May treasurer’s report after correction (unanimous)
• Approved May expenditures as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will meet to provide updates on lake maintenance and budget items. The group will hold a working session regarding the January 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan.

• Update on Lake Gate
• Budget update
• Hydrilla and water quality updates
• Planning for July Lake Awareness at the Farmers’ Market
• Review of Town of Coventry Handbook for Elected and Appointed officials

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 regular meeting. The motion passed with five votes in favor and none against. Members also signed acknowledgment forms for the town handbook on ethics and attendance policies.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a special permit for a veterinary hospital and two proposed developments on Boston Turnpike. The body will also address a subdivision plan extension for Kings Rd.

• Special Permit application for Eterna Veterinary Wellness and Urgent Care at 2208 Boston Turnpike
• Proposed development discussion for Map 22, Lot 108 on the south side of Boston Turnpike (19.37 acres)
• Proposed special permit modification for 2812 Boston Turnpike (8 acres)
• Extension for filing record subdivision plans for PZC-24-12 Kings Rd. Subdivision
• Summons regarding A1Z7, LLC v. Coventry Planning and Zoning Commission

The Coventry Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a 90-day extension for filing record subdivision plans for PZC-24-12 (Kings Rd), with a new deadline of September 24, 2025. The commission also unanimously approved a waiver of the site plan requirement for a proposed veterinary hospital at 2208 Boston Turnpike. Two preliminary discussions were held but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved 90-day extension for Kings Rd subdivision plans (unanimous)
• Approved site plan waiver for veterinary hospital at 2208 Boston Turnpike (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 4/28/25 (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes of 5/12/25 to next meeting

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee will review monthly financial reports and Board of Education fiscal reports from April 2025. The committee may take action on year-end transfers for FY 24/25 and a transfer request to support the proposed FY 25/26 budget.

• FY 24/25 Year End Transfers
• FY 24/25 Transfer Request to support the FY 25/26 Proposed Budget
• Review of Board of Education April 2025 fiscal reports
• Review of monthly financial reports for sewer, EMS, and recreation

The committee accepted the May 12, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It unanimously approved the FY 24/25 Year End Transfers and the FY 24/25 Transfer Requests to support the FY 25/26 proposed budget. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:56 PM.

• Accepted May 12, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (in favor: O’Brien, Milkovic; abstain: Thomas)
• Approved FY 24/25 Year End Transfers (unanimous)
• Approved FY 24/25 Transfer Requests to support FY 25/26 budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 PM (motion passed)

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The regular meeting scheduled for June 5, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee meeting scheduled for June 5, 2025, has been canceled.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to review new business including vernal pool mapping, tree planting, and a land use forum. The body will also address ongoing projects regarding the Rose Williams property and Patriots Park Woods Trail.

• Budget balance of $1,333.45
• Vernal Pool Mapping
• Tree Planting
• Patriots Park Woods Trail
• Rose Williams Property

The commission reviewed the June 4 minutes and a motion to approve them was made and seconded, though no vote result was recorded. Members discussed recent trail projects, a pending resignation, and upcoming events. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded and approved by all members at 8:03 PM.

• Motion to approve minutes made and seconded (outcome not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn meeting approved unanimously (all voted to approve)

Energy Conservation / Alternative Energy Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and address old and new business. No specific topics or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of October 2, 2024 minutes
• Approval of May 7, 2025 minutes

The committee approved the October 2, 2024 and May 7, 2025 meeting minutes. Members signed the revised ethics policy. The free-to-charge EV charger at Town Hall will be replaced tomorrow with funding from the IES Amp Up grant program. The committee also agreed to submit a DCFC grant application with Titan Energy and to apply for a DEEP air‑sensor loan for the library and farmers market.

• Approved October 2, 2024 meeting minutes (motioned by Julie, seconded by Jennifer)
• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (motioned by Jennifer, seconded by Allison)
• Adopted revised ethics policy (members signed)
• Approved replacement of free-to-charge EV charger at Town Hall using IES Amp Up grant
• Submitted DCFC grant application with Titan Energy (pending approval)
• Agreed to complete DEEP Air Sensor Loan Program application for library and farmers market

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will meet to process several board and commission appointments and resignations. The committee will also receive an update on the Human Rights Commission and discuss a potential ordinance change for the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Appointment of Bailey to Ad-Hoc Farmers' Market Operating Committee
• Appointment of Liptrap to Economic Development Commission
• Appointment of Chamberlain to Human Services Advisory Board
• Appointment of Miller to Planning & Zoning Commission Alt
• Resignation of Castillo from School Energy/Building Efficiency Building Committee

The council unanimously accepted the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. It acknowledged the resignation of a School Energy/Building Efficiency Committee member. The council unanimously approved appointments of William Bailey to the Farmers' Market Operating Committee, Tim Liptrap to the Economic Development Commission, and Kayla Chamberlain to the Human Services Advisory Board.

• Accepted April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimously in favor)
• Acknowledged Castillo's resignation from the School Energy/Building Efficiency Committee
• Appointed William Bailey as vendor representative to the Farmers' Market Operating Committee (unanimously in favor)
• Appointed Tim Liptrap to the Economic Development Commission (unanimously in favor)
• Appointed Kayla Chamberlain to the Human Services Advisory Board (unanimously in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 PM (unanimously in favor)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will consider a resolution to execute an assistance agreement for a Community Development Block Grant and a Fair Housing Action Plan. The council will also review recommended appointments for town committees and a legal notice for a special budget meeting.

• Consideration of Community Development Block Grant assistance agreement and Fair Housing Action Plan
• Recommended appointments for Ad-Hoc Farmers' Market Operating Committee, Economic Development Commission, and Human Services Advisory Board
• Legal notice for Special Town Budget Meeting on June 5, 2025
• Town Manager projects and issues update

The council approved the minutes from the May 12 and May 19 meetings and accepted the consent agenda. It appointed William Bailey to the Farmers' Market Operating Committee, Tim Liptrap to the Economic Development Commission, and Kayla Chamberlain to the Human Services Advisory Committee. All appointments were approved unanimously.

• Approved May 12 minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved May 19 minutes (4-0, 2 abstain)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Appointed William Bailey to Farmers' Market Operating Committee (6-0)
• Appointed Tim Liptrap to Economic Development Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Kayla Chamberlain to Human Services Advisory Committee (6-0)

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Coventry Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee meets to review draft zoning regulations for two-family residences and a draft request for proposals for a Housing Authority property. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call and adoption of prior minutes.

• Review draft Zoning Regulation for two-family residences
• Review draft RFP for Housing Authority Property

The committee did not adopt the April 23, 2025 meeting minutes, tabling them for consideration at the next meeting. Members discussed a draft zoning definition and a draft RFP for the Housing Authority property, but no formal actions were approved.

• Adoption of April 23, 2025 minutes postponed (tabled)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss new business items, including a water main extension along Plains Road and South Street and a driveway construction project on CT Route 44. The agency will also review enforcement actions, adopt meeting minutes, and discuss policy updates and quarterly reports.

• #25-11: Six-inch water main extension from Upton Drive to 225 Plains Road along South Street Extension
• #25-12: Driveway and stormwater controls construction for new home site on CT Route 44/Boston Turnpike
• 77 Tall Oak Drive: Enforcement case for material deposition in regulated area
• Policy update on incomplete application submissions and revival of application checklist
• Rick Zulick’s burn weeding plan for Wetlands Permit #24-32 at 375 Brewster Street

The agency accepted project #25-11 to install a six‑inch water main from Upton Drive along South Street Extension to 225 Plains Road, serving five homes with contaminated wells. Funding will come from a Department of Public Health grant, a loan‑forgiveness program, and a $300,000‑$750,000 federal grant. No decision was made on the Route 44 driveway project (#25-12), which was asked to return with a full site plan.

• Accepted Plains Road and South Street Extension water‑main project (#25-11)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for May 27, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states this is due to a lack of business.

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will meet to process several board appointments and a resignation. The committee will also discuss a potential change to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance, though it is noted as not ready for action.

• Appointment of Bailey to Ad-Hoc Farmers' Market Operating Committee
• Appointment of Liptrap to Economic Development Commission
• Appointment of Chamberlain to Human Services Advisory Board
• Appointment of Miller to Planning & Zoning Commission Alt
• Resignation of Castillo from School Energy/Building Efficiency Building Committee

The council voted to continue all agenda items to a future special meeting, with all members present voting in favor. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Continue all agenda items to a future special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to deliberate the 2025/2026 budget. The council will review revenue and expenditure projections and call for a public hearing on June 5, 2025.

• Discussion of potential budget cuts of 95,000 dollars
• Review of FY25 proposed budget transfers
• Call to public hearing on June 5, 2025
• Review of budget comments regarding the library, senior center, and Board of Education

The council reviewed three proposed budget options, examined police staffing and overtime issues, and considered interest income and grant adjustments. No votes or formal approvals were recorded. The meeting remained a discussion of potential cuts and revenue projections.

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The Coventry, CT America 250 committee will meet on May 27 at the Nathan Hale Homestead to review past minutes, hear reports, and brainstorm ideas for the town’s 250th-anniversary events. The group will also discuss social media outreach and community involvement.

• Brainstorm event ideas for America 250 celebration
• Prioritize events for upcoming town-wide planning
• Review social media presence and community engagement strategies

The council unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:01 p.m. by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 p.m. (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to elect its officers. The body will also discuss social media, communications, and updates regarding the Farmers' Market and CT Countryside.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of social media and communications
• Farmers' Market updates
• CT Countryside updates
• Review of the 2025 Handbook for Elected and Appointed Officials and Volunteers

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting. Tim Liptrap was unanimously elected Chairman of the Economic Development Commission. Justin Murphy was unanimously elected Vice Chairman. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Adopted February 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Liptrap as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Justin Murphy as Vice Chairman (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Coventry Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to finalize the 2025 Farmers’ Market season schedule, discuss a WiFi upgrade for the market area, and adopt a handbook for elected and appointed officials and volunteers. The meeting will also include routine items such as roll call, adoption of minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• 2025 Farmers’ Market season planning
• WiFi upgrade work for the market area
• Handbook for Elected and Appointed Officials and Volunteers 2025

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting. CT Landmarks approved placement of the historic wooden sign near the market barn. No other motions were recorded.

• Approved minutes from May 1, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• CT Landmarks approved placement of old wooden sign near barn

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from April 15, 2025.

• ZBA-25-5: Variance request for vertical expansion at 5 John Hand Drive
• ZBA-25-6: Variance request for 16.81% lot coverage at 96 Avery Shores

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance to allow a vertical expansion at 5 John Hand Drive in the LR Zone. It also unanimously approved a variance to increase lot coverage to 16.81% at 96 Avery Shores in the LR Zone. Additionally, the board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 regular meeting.

• Approved variance for vertical expansion at 5 John Hand Drive (4‑0)
• Approved variance for increased lot coverage to 16.81% at 96 Avery Shores (4‑0)
• Approved April 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4‑0)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Low Impact Development Work Group is meeting to finalize its organizational structure, vision, and work plan. The group will discuss water quality at Coventry Lake and plan a site visit to UCONN. Members will also determine the group's role in the June 30, 2025, Land Use Forum.

• Review of Coventry Lake water quality and watershed management by Dr. Kortmann
• Planning for June 24 UCONN LID site visit
• Discussion of role in the June 30, 2025, Land Use Forum
• Finalization of Work Plan, Vision, and Mission
• Review of future work items including a webpage for resources and meeting notes

The work group accepted the April 29 meeting notes with a spelling correction and approved proposed edits to the draft work plan and mission. Action items were assigned for outreach, site visits, and a June 24 UConn visit. The next meeting was scheduled for June 18 at 10:00 am. No formal votes were recorded.

• Accepted April 29 meeting notes (no vote)
• Approved proposed edits to draft work plan (no vote)
• Assigned LB to follow up with M. Gosselin on work group participation
• Assigned outreach/site‑visit tasks for Lake Pocotopaug/East Hampton, Lake Waramaug/Kent, and Columbia Lake/Columbia
• Assigned LM to draft agenda for June 24 UConn site visit
• Assigned LM to draft brief presentation for June 30 land‑use forum
• Scheduled next meeting for June 18, 10:00 am

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will deliberate the proposed 2025/2026 budget as unfinished business and consider accepting the 2024/2025 audit. They will also vote on a proposal for audit services for the current fiscal year and review applications under the Neighborhood Assistance Act, scheduling a public hearing for June 16. The meeting includes monthly financial and department statistics reports.

• Deliberations on 2025/2026 budget (Unfinished Business 24/25-27)
• Consideration of acceptance of 2024/25 audit (New Business 24/25-46)
• Consideration of proposal for audit services for FY ending 6/30/2025 (New Business 24/25-47)
• Consideration of applications under Neighborhood Assistance Act and call for public hearing on June 16, 2025 (New Business 25/25-48)
• Presentation of resolution declaring ALS Awareness Month

The council voted unanimously to move Agenda Item 3.A ahead of the Audience of Citizens. No other motions or votes were recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on education funding and the town budget.

• Moved Agenda Item 3.A up on agenda (unanimous)

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee will review draft language for a proposed firearms ordinance, approve minutes from past meetings, and review questions for Chief Peterson. The committee will also discuss progress on an ordinance background presentation and future citizen feedback.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 17, 2025 and April 17, 2025
• Review of two versions of draft firearms ordinance language (FIREARMS ORDINANCE DRAFT LANGUAGE 4.PDF and with changes)
• Review of prepared questions for Chief Peterson (QUESTIONS FOR CHIEF PETERSON.PDF)
• Progress review of ordinance background presentation
• Discussion of future agendas and citizen feedback

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee reviewed a draft firearms ordinance, noted attorney approval, and discussed distance and safety provisions but took no formal vote on the ordinance itself. They set a timeline to finish the draft ordinance and a presentation for the Town Council meeting on July 7, 2025, with the next committee meeting scheduled for June 19, 2025.

• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next committee meeting for June 19, 2025
• Set July 3, 2025 deadline to submit presentation draft to Town Council agenda
• Planned to finalize draft ordinance and presentation for Town Council on July 7, 2025

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will convene a regular meeting on May 15, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. in the Department of Public Works Conference Room, 100 Olsen Farm Rd. The agenda includes standard procedural items, financial review, and reports from Public Works and the Sexton.

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority will hold its monthly meeting to review and approve expenditures, discuss solar energy options, and vote on signing a CDBG architect agreement. The director will also provide updates on Orchard Hill Estates. The meeting includes standard items such as roll call, minutes approval, and public comment.

• Review and approval of expenditures
• Updated discussion on solar options
• Approval to sign CDBG architect agreement
• Director's report including Orchard Hill 1 update and Orchard Hill 2 update

The board unanimously approved the April meeting minutes, the April treasurer's report, and the April expenditures. It also approved a $1,500 deposit to move forward with the Earthlight solar project, with reimbursement contingent on installation. Finally, the board authorized Laurie Bradley to sign the CDBG architect agreement and approve $43,500 in preliminary engineering costs.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved April expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 deposit for solar project with Earthlight (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG architect agreement and $43,500 engineering costs (unanimous)

Veterans Memorial & Events Commission

The Veterans Memorial and Events Commission is meeting to coordinate the Memorial Day Parade. The body will also review a proposal for new veteran monuments previously presented to the TC Steering Committee.

• Memorial Day Parade on May 26, 2025, starting at Veterans Memorial Park
• Proposal for new veteran monuments presented to TC Steering Committee

The Veterans Memorial & Events Commission approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. Members reviewed the May 3 clean‑up of Veterans Memorial Park and recommended using a power washer for future clean‑ups. They noted the Town Council’s general approval of monument proposals for Desert Storm and the Global War on Terror, with further action to be taken at the next commission meeting. No new business was discussed.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Recommended using a power washer for future park clean‑ups (no vote)

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will hold a regular meeting to hear updates on lake gate, budget, the IWA Low Impact Development Work Group, hydrilla, and water quality. A working session on the 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan is planned. New business includes discussion of a July Lake Awareness activity.

• Update on hydrilla and water quality in Coventry Lake
• Working session on the Coventry Lake Management Plan (January 2016)
• Discussion of July Lake Awareness activity for 2025
• Update on IWA Low Impact Development Work Group
• Update on lake gate and budget

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Chair Debby Zeppa, seconded by Ken Staten, and passed with three votes in favor and one abstention. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)

Town Council

The Town Council Finance Committee and Board of Education Fiscal Committee will meet jointly to review an audit and March 2025 fiscal reports. The Finance Committee will also discuss HVAC project finances and the FY 2025/26 budget.

• Presentation of audit by CLA
• Possible action on FY 24/25 year end transfers
• Possible action on Audit Services Proposal
• Discussion of HVAC project finances
• Discussion of FY 2025/26 budget ideas

The committee voted unanimously to accept the March 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. The board discussed the upcoming audit services proposal for CLA and agreed the Finance Committee will recommend acceptance to the Town Council, but no vote was taken. Ongoing legal and ethical discussions were noted regarding financing of the HVAC project.

• Accepted March 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council is holding a special budget meeting to deliberate the 2025/2026 budget and provide direction to the town manager. The council will also discuss a timeline for new budget meetings and a potential referendum.

• Deliberations on the 2025/2026 budget and direction to the town manager (Item 24/25-27)
• Discussion of timeline for new budget meetings and a budget referendum (Item 3.B)

The council reviewed the proposed FY 25/26 budget, including a spending‑increase range of 2.25%‑3.1% and possible cuts such as pausing summer road work. Members exchanged views on revenue, expenses, and shared‑service options, and set a May 27 deadline for the final budget. No motions to approve or reject budget items were recorded; only a motion to adjourn was passed.

• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (moved by O’Brien, seconded by Hand)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing (none scheduled) and consider a proposed modification of the Zoning Map to reclassify a 2.05-acre parcel at 1409 Main Street as Village Gateway Zone. They will also discuss a proposed veterinary hospital at 2208 Boston Turnpike with the applicants. Other business includes adoption of minutes and staff reports.

• Proposed zoning map amendment for 2.05 acres at 1409 Main Street to Village Gateway Zone (PZC-25-2)
• Discussion of proposed veterinary hospital at 2208 Boston Turnpike with James Aldrich, Brittany Banning, DVM, and Elan Armstrong, DVM
• Adoption of minutes from April 14 and April 28, 2025

The commission withdrew the earlier motion to modify and approve the Village Gateway Zone change for 1409 Main Street. A new motion to deny the proposal was moved, seconded, and approved unanimously. The denial cites concerns about proximity to Coventry Lake, lot‑coverage limits, and impact on nearby residential areas.

• Motion to modify and approve zoning change for 1409 Main St withdrawn (Polsky withdrew, Reviczky withdrew second)
• Second on the modify/approve motion withdrawn (Reviczky withdrew his second)
• Motion to deny the zoning change for the entire 2.05‑acre parcel moved (Murray) and seconded (Reviczky)
• Motion to deny approved unanimously (For: Murray, Polsky, Gosselin, Pollansky, Reviczky; Against: none; Abstain: none)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coventry Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 8, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on several items. New business includes policy updates to the Volunteer Handbook, review of the Parks and Rec Commission Ordinance, and possible action on Beach Sticker Pricing. The commission will also hear staff reports on facilities, programs, and monthly finances, and address correspondence from two residents.

• Beach Sticker Pricing – possible action on pricing
• Volunteer Handbook – policy updates
• Parks and Rec Commission Ordinance – review/discussion
• Correspondence from Kathryn Graham and Daniel Eddy
• Monthly Financial Report – staff report

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting with listed corrections, with all four present members voting yes. The newly adapted volunteer handbook was distributed to members, but no vote was taken. Discussion of beach sticker pricing resulted in no action; the item was tabled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 10 minutes with corrections (4-0)
• Distributed volunteer handbook (no vote)
• Discussed beach sticker pricing – no action taken

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will hold a public hearing and meeting to discuss a sewer use rate increase for Fiscal Year 2026. The body will also consider sewer assessments for two specific properties and review sewer system capacity.

• Fiscal Year 2026 sewer use rate increase
• Sewer assessments for 49 Avery Shores and 129 Ross Ave
• 28/30 Mason Street septic construction
• Western Route 44 Sewer Project update
• Wastewater Management Plan Update — Draft SLR Scope

The Coventry Water Pollution Control Authority meeting on May 8, 2025 consisted of a public statement supporting a sewer use rate increase. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes. The minutes also noted the May 6, 2025 budget referendum results, showing the overall budget was rejected and the water line extension passed. No decisions were made by the Authority.

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 7, 2025, to discuss financial status, ongoing projects, and new initiatives. Items include a review of the remaining $1,645.92 budget, updates on the Patriots Park Woods Trail and Rose Williams Property, and new business such as vernal pool mapping, Earth Day plans, and a Land Use Forum.

• Financial report: $1,645.92 remaining in budget
• Patriots Park Woods Trail discussion (old business)
• Rose Williams Property discussion (old business)
• Vernal Pool Mapping (new business)
• Earth Day event planning (new business)

The commission voted to approve the meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned with all members voting to approve. The financial report noted $1,333.45 remaining in the budget. New business included discussion of Earth Day clean‑up results and possible use of remaining funds for compost bins, but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted to approve)

Energy Conservation / Alternative Energy Advisory Committee

The Coventry Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee is meeting on May 7, 2025. The agenda consists of routine procedural items: calling the meeting to order, receiving public comment, approving minutes from October 2, 2024 and April 2, 2025, and addressing old and new business. No specific substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes

The Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee met online on May 7, 2025. After a brief call to order, members approved the April 2, 2025 minutes. No new business was considered and the meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (motion by Allison Pilcher, seconded by Jennifer Reilly)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will consider two proposals: siting new war memorials on Veterans Memorial Green and authorizing the town manager to execute a contract with the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection for a composting facility at the Transfer Station. The council will also recognize Officer Wayne Greener with a Senate Citation and hold an executive session to evaluate the town manager.

• Consideration of Veterans Memorial & Events Commission proposal for siting two new war memorials on Veterans Memorial Green
• Resolution authorizing town manager to contract with CT DEEP for an aerated static pile composting facility at the Coventry Transfer Station
• Recognition of Officer Wayne Greener with a Senate Citation
• Steering Committee recommended appointments to Parks & Recreation Commission (Considine, Martin)
• Executive session for town manager evaluation

The council voted to accept the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes after minor wording edits. A motion to adopt the consent agenda was also approved. Both actions received support from all voting members and faced no opposition.

• Accepted April 21, 2025 meeting minutes – approved by all voting members
• Approved consent agenda – approved by all voting members

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will review financial statements, discuss the Coventry High School roof and unit ventilator/HVAC projects, and consider Pro-Mech payment application 14 as well as change orders 2 and 3. They will also review project schedules and progress meeting notes from April 16 and 30. The meeting includes approval of April 3 minutes and other business.

• Review and discussion of the CHS roof project and related bonding
• Review and discussion of the unit ventilator/HVAC project
• Consideration of Pro-Mech payment application 14
• Consideration of Pro-Mech change order 2 and change order 3
• Review of project schedule (May 2025) and progress meeting notes

The School Energy & Building Efficiency Committee approved the Pro‑Mech Payment Application 14 for $602,219.25. It also unanimously authorized two change orders—$90,036.55 for roof curb rails and $74,658.75 for wiring upgrades. The April 3 minutes were accepted and the meeting was adjourned at 7:20 PM.

• Approved Pro‑Mech Payment Application 14 for $602,219.25 (unanimous)
• Approved Pro‑Mech Change Order 2 for $90,036.55 (unanimous)
• Approved Pro‑Mech Change Order 3 for $74,658.75 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Moved to adjourn meeting at 7:20 PM (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Ad-Hoc Farmers’ Market Operating Committee will hold a special meeting to plan for the 2025 season and discuss wifi upgrade work. Other items include adoption of minutes and scheduling future meetings.

• 2025 Season Planning
• Wifi upgrade work

The Economic Development Commission adopted the minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting after a motion was made and carried. No other motions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and planning updates.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 3, 2025, and to discuss two upcoming community events: the Memorial Day Parade on May 26 and Prevention Day in the Park on May 29. Agency updates and other business will also be addressed.

• Acceptance of minutes from April 3, 2025
• Discussion of Memorial Day Parade on May 26, 2025
• Discussion of Prevention Day in the Park on May 29, 2025

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee unanimously accepted the April 3, 2025 minutes. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other policy actions or approvals were decided during the session.

• Accepted April 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet to deliberate and render decisions on the remaining property tax appeals. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business. No specific properties or amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Deliberation and decision on remaining appeals
• Approval of minutes from April 23, 2025
• Discussion of timesheets

The Board of Assessment Appeals accepted the minutes from the April 23 meeting with a spelling correction. It approved reductions in assessed values for several properties, including those of Stephanie Knutson, 201 N. School Road, 35 Morin Avenue, 57 Morin Avenue, Michael & Lori Bushnell, Allen Semprobon, and Roger Pelkey. The board denied reductions for the appeals of Laura Heemskerk and Thomas Archambault, leaving their values unchanged. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted minutes from April 23, 2025 with spelling correction (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for Stephanie Knutson to $226,500 (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for 201 N. School Road to $428,200 (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for 35 Morin Avenue to $109,300 (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for 57 Morin Avenue to $75,100 (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for Michael & Lori Bushnell to $309,302 (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for Allen Semprobon to $289,457 (unanimous)
• Reduced assessed value for Roger Pelkey to $374,100 (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The LID Work Group is meeting to establish its meeting structure and review a draft work plan. The group will discuss current lake water quality and existing Low Impact Design (LID) efforts. Members will also coordinate for a Land Use Forum scheduled for June 30, 2025.

• Review of draft work plan and edits
• Review of Coventry Lake water quality
• Review of Low Impact Design (LID) resources from Coventry and neighboring towns
• Discussion of June 30, 2025, Land Use Forum

The Inland Wetlands Agency LID Work Group met to review its mission, discuss upcoming tasks, and set a schedule for future meetings. Members were asked to review a draft statement, consider adding communication to the plan, and identify potential partners. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposal to modify the Zoning Map. The request involves reclassifying a 2.05-acre parcel near 1409 Main Street as Village Gateway Zone.

• Public hearing for PZC-25-2: reclassifying 2.05 acres at 1409 Main Street to Village Gateway Zone

The Planning & Zoning Commission heard testimony from attorney Timothy Herbst and staff about a proposed modification of the zoning map for 1409 Main Street, seeking to reclassify the 2.05‑acre parcel as Village Gateway Zone. Commissioners asked detailed questions about access, the residential tail, and the commission’s authority. No vote or formal decision was recorded, leaving the proposal pending.

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will consider possible changes to the ordinance governing the Parks and Recreation Commission. The agenda also includes a report from the Veterans Memorial and Events Commission, appointments to several town boards, and a discussion on tracking compliance with the new attendance policy for board members.

• Review and possible action on revisions to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance (7:30 PM)
• Report from the Veterans Memorial and Events Commission (7:15 PM)
• Appointments: Martin to Parks & Recreation Commission, Considine as alternate, Suter to Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee, Baranoski as School Readiness Council representative
• Resignation of Kent from Human Rights Commission and Human Services Advisory Committee
• Discussion on distribution and compliance tracking of the new attendance policy for board and commission members

The council unanimously accepted the March 24 minutes. The Steering Committee reached full consensus to have Town Manager Jim Drumm develop an agenda item and recommend that the Town Council consider adding Desert Storm and Afghanistan/Iraq War monuments to the Veterans Memorial. The proposed monuments are estimated to cost $100,000‑$150,000 and would be funded through fundraising.

• Accepted March 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested Town Manager to develop agenda item for veterans monument proposal (full consensus)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to elect its officers. The body will also discuss social media, communications, and updates regarding CT Countryside and the Farmers’ Market.

• Election of officers
• Social media and communications discussion
• CT Countryside updates
• Farmers’ Market updates

Cemetery Commission

This special meeting of the Coventry Cemetery Commission will review cemetery clean-up efforts, consider a quote for resetting a fallen headstone in the GHC section, and discuss participation in Wreaths Across America. The meeting also includes standard reports from the Public Works director and sexton, as well as approval of prior minutes and financial statements.

• Review of Coventry Cemetery clean-up status
• Quote from Mark for resetting a fallen headstone in GHC
• Update on the commission's Facebook page
• Discussion of Wreaths Across America program

The commission approved the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting (5‑0). It approved two lot‑sale permits and two headstone monument requests, issuing permits in April. The commission also accepted a $1,800 estimate to repair two headstones in the GHC (vote 4‑0).

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved lot sale permit for Minnie Sousa, Section A, Lot 140, Graves A & B; $800 paid; permit issued 04-16-25
• Approved lot sale permit for Clifford Ferguson, Laura Hook, Ronald and Dorothy Ferguson, Cremains Section, Lots 70 & 80; $600 paid; permit issued 04-23-25
• Approved headstone monument for Mark Landrie, Section A, Lot 43, Grave A&B; approved 04-11-25
• Approved headstone monument for Patricia Ohlund, Section A, Lot 148, Grave A&B; approved 04-16-25
• Approved estimate for repairs to 2 headstones in GHC for $1,800 (vote 4-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals approved the minutes from the April 22 meeting. It approved no‑change actions for several properties and reduced the assessed values for two properties. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved minutes of April 22 (all in favor)
• No change on Anna and Dennis Carroll, 882 Cedar Swamp Road (all in favor)
• Reduced assessed value for Christopher and Jean Katan, 39 Hannah Lane to $477,300 and appraised value to $681,850 (all in favor)
• Reduced assessed value for Douglas Lang, 1105 Main St to $321,900 and assessed value to $460,000 (all in favor)
• No change on Woodland Rd LLC, 89 Woodland Road (all in favor)
• No change on Sarah Gally, 2283 Main St (all in favor)
• No change on Thomas Archambault, 285 Woodland Road (all in favor)

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee will discuss two-family residences and review collected information related to a Housing Authority RFP. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Discussion of two-family residences as a potential housing option
• Review of collected information for a Housing Authority RFP

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee adopted the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting, correcting the spelling of Christine Pattee’s name. No other motions were voted on; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion on two‑family dwellings, affordable housing, sewer capacity, and newsletter planning.

• Adopted March 26, 2025 minutes with spelling correction (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a regular meeting on April 23, 2025. Old business includes alignment, sightline, and stormwater improvements to Swamp Road and South Street, with a new deadline of June 1, 2025. The agency will also address an enforcement matter at 77 Tall Oak Drive involving material deposition in a regulated area, where a cease and desist order was previously issued. Discussion items include a burn weeding plan, a policy on incomplete applications, and a wetlands quarterly report.

• Swamp Road and South Street alignment, sightline, and stormwater improvements (deadline extended to June 1, 2025)
• Enforcement at 77 Tall Oak Drive: material deposition in regulated area, cease and desist order issued
• Discussion of Rick Zulick's burn weeding plan for Wetlands Permit #24-32 at 375 Brewster Street
• Policy regarding incomplete application submissions and revival of application checklist
• Adoption of minutes from January, February, and March 2025 regular and special meetings

The agency moved enforcement item 6A up the agenda and granted a 65‑day deadline extension for the Swamp Road application, setting a new deadline of June 1 2025. It then approved the Swamp Road and South Street alignment project with standard conditions. No formal decisions were made on the demolition of 85 Standish Road.

• Motion to move enforcement item 6A up to item 4 approved (unanimous: Epstein, Mathieu, Wierszchalek, Pearson)
• 65‑day deadline extension for application #25‑2 granted; new deadline 6/1/2025 (unanimous: Epstein, Mathieu, Wierszchalek, Pearson)
• Approval of 25‑2 Swamp Road and South Street alignment project with standard conditions (unanimous: Epstein, Mathieu, Wierszchalek, Pearson)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency is holding a special meeting primarily to discuss an ongoing litigation update regarding a violation at 89 Flanders Road in executive session. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Executive session to receive update on litigation concerning a violation at 89 Flanders Road

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted to enter executive session to discuss ongoing litigation regarding a violation at 89 Flanders Road. The motion was approved unanimously. After discussion, the agency voted to come out of executive session, also approved unanimously.

• Entered executive session to discuss 89 Flanders Rd litigation (approved 4-0)
• Exited executive session (approved 4-0)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a hearing for pending appeals at 6:15 PM, followed by deliberation and decisions on those cases. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and any new business. No specific property values or appeal details are listed in the agenda.

• Public hearing for assessment appeals scheduled for 6:15 PM
• Deliberation and decision on appeals after hearing
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025

The Board approved the minutes from the April 14 and April 12, 2025 meetings and added the April 12 minutes to the agenda. It approved no‑change assessments for Judith Meyers, Joanie Herman, and Luxury Lake Life Property LLC, and reduced Jose Martinez's assessment to $98,000. The appeal for 201 North School Rd was tabled pending additional information.

• Approved minutes from April 14, 2025 (all in favor)
• Added approval of minutes from April 12, 2025 to agenda (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2025 (all in favor)
• Tabled decision on appeal for 201 North School Rd pending more information
• Approved no change in assessment for Judith Meyers (all in favor)
• Approved reduction of assessment for Jose Martinez to $98,000 (all in favor)
• Approved no change in assessment for Joanie Herman (all in favor)
• Approved no change in assessment for Luxury Lake Life Property LLC (all in favor)

Ad-Hoc Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee

The Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee will review a request for feedback from the Town Council regarding the Wolf Land Donation. The body will also discuss a working group proposal for the Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency and the June 30 Land Use Forum.

• Wolf Land Donation review for Town Council feedback
• Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency working group proposal
• Coventry Land Use Forum scheduled for 6/30
• Creaser Park vegetation management
• Conservation Commission Budget Line Item financial report

The committee accepted the minutes from the three prior meetings with all members in favor. A purchase order for stain for the Williams Preserve bog walkway was drafted and approved. Members expressed strong support for the Wolf Land Donation, but no formal vote was recorded.

• Accepted 10/22/24 minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted 01/28/25 minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted 04/11/25 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved purchase order for stain for Williams Preserve bog walkway

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

The America 250 committee will meet to discuss community involvement and social media presence. The body will also brainstorm ideas for upcoming events.

• Discussion of social media presence
• Discussion of community involvement
• Brainstorming of event ideas

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council will meet to ratify the appointment of the Tax Collector and evaluate the Town Manager. The body will also consider approving job descriptions for a Wetlands Agent and WPCA Operators.

• Ratification of Tax Collector appointment
• Approval of job description for Environmental Planner/Wetlands Agent
• Approval of job descriptions for WPCA Operator 1 and WPCA Operator 2
• Discussion of amendment to Charter budget provisions
• Review of March 2025 Fire-EMS and Police Department statistics

The Town Council unanimously accepted the minutes from the March 31, April 3, April 5, and April 7 special meetings. The consent agenda was also approved. No new policy actions or budget items were decided.

• Accepted March 31, 2025 Special Budget Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 3, 2025 Special Budget Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 5, 2025 Special Budget Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 7, 2025 Town Council Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved the consent agenda (unanimous)

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee will review a draft firearms ordinance (two versions), discuss a shooting range safety presentation, and elect a vice chair. They will also approve prior minutes and plan future agendas.

• Review of draft firearms ordinance (FIREARMS ORDINANCE DRAFT LANGUAGE 3 WITH CHANGES.PDF and FIREARMS ORDINANCE DRAFT LANGUAGE 3.PDF)
• Discussion of shooting range safety informational presentation (COVENTRY COMBINED PRESENTATION.PDF)
• Election of vice chair
• Approval of March 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future agendas and citizen feedback

The committee voted unanimously to accept the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. Members reviewed a revised draft firearms ordinance but took no vote on its adoption. The group agreed to finalize the draft and present it to the Town Council at the June meeting. The election for Vice Chair was postponed until the vacant seat is filled.

• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Vice Chair election (no vote)

Economic Development Commission

The Ad-Hoc Farmers’ Market Operating Committee is holding a special meeting to plan the 2025 farmers’ market season and discuss upgrading wifi equipment. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from a previous meeting and setting the next meeting date.

• 2025 season planning for the farmers’ market
• Discussion of wifi upgrade work at the market site
• Adoption of minutes from prior meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting. The committee discussed the town’s request that the market pay to remove a tree stump in the Holy Grove, but the discussion was tabled. The meeting also covered vendor updates, sponsorships, and upcoming projects, and set the next meeting for May 2 at 4:30 pm.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion on market paying to remove tree stump in Holy Grove

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Coventry Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one to eliminate a 20-foot rear yard setback at 4 Avery Shores along Coventry Lake, and another to reduce the rear yard setback from 50 to 41 feet at 287 Root Rd. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from its February 18, 2025 meeting.

• ZBA-25-3: Variance to eliminate 20-foot rear yard setback at 4 Avery Shores in LR Zone (Coventry Lake)
• ZBA-25-4: Variance to reduce rear yard setback from 50 to 41 feet at 287 Root Rd in GR-40 Zone
• Approval of February 18, 2025 regular meeting minutes

The board approved a variance at 4 Avery Shores to reduce the rear yard setback to the property line. It also approved a variance at 287 Root Rd to reduce the rear yard setback by 9 feet. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting.

• Approved variance for 4 Avery Shores to allow rear yard setback reduction to property line (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 287 Root Rd to allow 9‑foot rear yard setback reduction (unanimous)
• Approved February 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on the lake gate, budget, hydrilla (invasive plant), water quality, and conduct a working session on the 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and audience comments.

• Discussion and working session on the 2016 Coventry Lake Management Plan
• Budget discussion for lake-related expenses
• Update on hydrilla (aquatic invasive species) management
• Lake gate status update
• Water quality discussion

The Coventry Lake Advisory & Monitoring Committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 10, 2025 regular meeting. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting adjourned at 8:51 p.m.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a resolution to appropriate funds for a water line construction project. The meeting includes a potential decision on a project funding agreement with the State of Connecticut and the issuance of bonds and notes to finance the work.

• Appropriation not to exceed $2,722,500 for water line construction on South Street Extension and Plains Road
• Project funding agreement with the State of Connecticut
• Authorization of bonds and notes to finance the appropriation

The Coventry Town Council adopted Resolution 2025-5, appropriating up to $2,722,500 for the construction of a water line on South Street Extension and Plains Road. The resolution authorizes a project funding agreement with the State of Connecticut and the issuance of bonds and notes to finance the appropriation. The motion passed with six votes in favor and no votes against or abstentions. The council then adjourned the meeting at 7:24 PM.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-5 appropriating up to $2,722,500 for water line construction (6‑0)
• Authorized the town to enter a project funding agreement with the state and to issue bonds and notes (6‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:24 PM (6‑0)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council Finance Committee will review monthly financial reports and Board of Education fiscal reports for January and February 2025. They will discuss the timeline for another budget vote and consider possible action on FY24/25 year-end transfers and an audit services proposal. Preparation for a Town Meeting presentation is also on the agenda.

• Review of monthly financial reports covering capital/debt, COVRRA, EMS, recreation, sewer use, and expenditures by department
• Board of Education fiscal reports for January and February 2025, including food service, management, preschool, and SPED tuition
• Consideration/potential action on FY24/25 year-end transfers
• Consideration/potential action on audit services proposal (enclosed PDF)
• Discussion of budget vote timeline and Town Meeting presentation preparation

The committee unanimously approved the February 10, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It also unanimously approved adding agenda item 9 to discuss amending the town charter’s budget provisions. The meeting was adjourned at 8:23 PM. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted February 10, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Added agenda item 9 (Amendment of Town Charter Budget Provisions) for discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:23 PM (motion passed)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed zoning map amendment for 1409 Main Street to create a Village Gateway Zone, and on two special permit applications for new single-family homes on undersized lots at 90 Avery Shores and 272 Pine Lake Drive. The commission will also consider an 8-24 referral for a composting facility at the Department of Public Works and elect officers for the coming term.

• Public hearing on PZC-25-2: Rezone 2.05 acres at 1409 Main Street to Village Gateway Zone
• Public hearing on PZC-25-3: Special permit for tear-down/rebuild single-family dwelling at 90 Avery Shores (LR Zone), applicant David Blakely
• Public hearing on PZC-25-4: Special permit for new single-family dwelling on non-conforming lot at 272 Pine Lake Drive (LR Zone), applicant Andrew Laroche, owner Lakefront Lifestyle LLC
• 8-24 referral for a proposed composting facility at the Department of Public Works
• Election of commission officers

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved a motion to add a possible zone change for Ben Funk's property at 83 Mason Street to the New Business agenda. No final decisions were made on the proposed zoning map modification for 1409 Main Street or the special permit for 90 Avery Shores; both items were continued to the April 28, 2025 meeting.

• Added possible zone change for 83 Mason Street to agenda (approved 5-0)
• Public hearing on zoning map change for 1409 Main Street continued to April 28, 2025
• Special permit application for 90 Avery Shores discussed, no decision taken

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a hearing for property assessment appeals at 6:15 PM, followed by deliberation and decision-making. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and new business.

• Appeals hearing scheduled for 6:15 PM
• Deliberation and decision on appeals

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting. It approved changing Cory Anderson's assessment to $180,600 and confirmed no change for Wendy Lemieux. Decisions on the remaining appeals were tabled pending further information.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Changed assessment for Cory Anderson to $180,600 (all in favor)
• Confirmed no change in assessment for Wendy Lemieux (all in favor)
• Tabled decision on 35 Morin Avenue appeal (pending property visit)
• Tabled decision on 57 Morin Avenue appeal (pending property visit)
• Tabled decision on Stephanie Knutson appeal (pending engineer's report)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to hear property assessment appeals at 9:15 AM and then deliberate and decide on them. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific appeals or amounts listed in the provided text.

• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2025
• Appeals scheduled for 9:15 AM
• Deliberation and decision on appeals

The board withdrew the motion to approve the April 7 minutes and instead tabled that approval until the next meeting. It also tabled a decision on Appeal #1 (Judith Meyers) pending further discussion. The board approved reducing the assessments of four appealed properties (appeals 2‑5) and a fifth property at 225 Plains Road to their October 1, 2019 values, keeping those values until the next assessment date. All votes on the assessment reductions were unanimous.

• Tabled approval of April 7 minutes (motion withdrawn, then tabled)
• Tabled decision on Appeal #1 (Judith Meyers) pending future discussion
• Approved reduction of Appeal #2 (Betsy & John Fitzgerald) to $154,800 (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Appeal #3 (Scott & Kathleen Zima) to $199,400 (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Appeal #4 (Daniel Fowler & Wendy Ernst) to $228,800 (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Appeal #5 (Timothy Hebert) to $115,700 (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of 225 Plains Road (Richard & Roberta Sanborn) to $144,900 (unanimous)

Ad-Hoc Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee

The Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss new business. The primary focus of the meeting is the planning for the Williams Preserve Footbridge Project.

• Williams Preserve Footbridge Project planning

The committee reviewed the Williams Preserve footbridge project, confirming the inland wetland permit and that the vendor invoice has been paid with additional grant funds available. Members assigned outreach to the Inland Wetland Agent and the North Central Conservation District, and delegated volunteer coordination, material marking, and transport planning for early June.

• E. Thomas to contact the town Inland Wetland Agent for a pre‑construction meeting (task assigned)
• E. Thomas to reach out to North Central Conservation District for stream‑bank assistance (task assigned)
• N. Kyer to contact volunteers with a project overview and solicit assistance (task assigned)
• V. Beausoleil to conduct initial marking of materials with the footbridge design sketch (task assigned)
• E. Thomas to coordinate with DPW staff for tentative early‑June material transport (task assigned)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Coventry Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss the Patriots Park Master Plan under old business and consider a proposed Parks and Recreation Commission Ordinance under new business. Staff reports on facilities, programs, and monthly finances will also be presented. The meeting includes time for public comment.

• Discussion of Patriots Park Master Plan (old business)
• Consideration of Parks and Recreation Commission Ordinance (new business, presented by Jim Drumm)
• Monthly financial report
• Facility and program reports

The commission approved the minutes from the March 20 special meeting. It voted to place New Business on the agenda, and then moved the Patriots Park Master Site Plan discussion to the Old Business portion of the agenda. No vote was taken on the proposed ordinance change; the discussion was tabled for later review.

• Approved March 20 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Moved New Business – Parks & Rec Ordinance up on agenda (4-0)
• Moved Old Business – Patriots Park Master Site Plan up on agenda (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on ordinance changes to advisory committee (no vote)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will meet to discuss a sewer use rate increase and review the budget. The body will also receive updates on the Wastewater Management Plan and the Western Route 44 Sewer Project.

• Sewer use rate increase
• Sewer assessments for 49 Avery Shores, 129 Ross Ave, and 157 Woodland Road
• Budget review
• Western Route 44 Sewer Project update
• Wastewater Management Plan update

The Water Pollution Control Authority approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. It also approved a motion to lower the sewer use fee for 157 Woodland Road from 2 EDUs to 1 EDU, effective March 4, 2025, and to refund any overpayment to the property owner.

• Approved March 13, 2025 WPCA minutes (vote: Twerdy, Brand, Murphy, Matthewson for; none against)
• Reduced sewer use fee at 157 Woodland Road from 2 EDUs to 1 EDU and refund overpayment (vote: Twerdy, Brand, Murphy, Matthewson for; none against)

Housing Authority

The Coventry Housing Authority will meet to discuss and potentially take action on approving management plans, 2025 income limits, expenditures, and CDBG upfront costs. They will also receive an updated discussion on solar options and hear the director's report on Orchard Hill I and II updates. Routine matters include roll call, audience comments, and approval of previous minutes.

• Review and approval of management plans
• Review and approval of 2025 income limits
• Discussion and action on CDBG upfront costs
• Updated discussion on solar options
• Director's report including Orchard Hill I and II updates

The Housing Authority approved the March meeting minutes, treasurer's report, management plans, a 5% salary increase for the Executive Director, the 2025 HUD income limits, and March expenditures, all unanimously. It also authorized the Executive Director to spend up to $65,000 on upfront engineering costs for a $2.5 million CDBG grant application. No other business was taken up.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved management plans for both projects (unanimous)
• Approved 5% salary raise for Executive Director (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 HUD income limits (unanimous)
• Approved March expenditures (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $65,000 for CDBG grant engineering costs (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold deliberations regarding the 2025/2026 budget. The body will also consider job descriptions for several town positions and review recommended committee appointments.

• Deliberations on the 2025/2026 Budget
• Possible action on job descriptions for Environmental Planner/Wetlands Agent, WPCA Operator 1, and WPCA Operator 2
• Ratification of the Town of Coventry Civil Defense Director appointment
• Recommended appointments for Farmers' Market Operating Committee, Home Shooting Range Study Committee, Inland Wetlands Agency, and Pension & Retirement Committee

The Town Council approved the minutes from the March 10, March 17, and March 24 meetings, reopened and amended the March 24 minutes, and accepted the consent agenda after removing agenda item 8.C. The council also voted to move agenda item 7.A (2025/2026 Budget) to follow agenda item 6.B. All motions passed with the listed votes.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (5 for, 2 abstain)
• Approved March 17, 2025 minutes (7 for)
• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (7 for)
• Reopened March 24, 2025 minutes for reconsideration (unanimously in favor)
• Accepted amended March 24, 2025 minutes (7 for)
• Moved agenda item 7.A (2025/2026 Budget) to follow agenda item 6.B (7 for)
• Accepted consent agenda after removing agenda item 8.C (7 for)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a public hearing for property assessment appeals at 6:15 PM, followed by deliberation and decisions. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and new business.

• Public hearing for property assessment appeals at 6:15 PM

The board approved the minutes from the April 5, 2025 meeting, with all members present voting in favor. It then decided to table each of the five pending assessment appeals—appeals by Joanie C. Herman, Roger Pelkey, Jose Martinez, Luxury Lake Life Properties LLC/Lonnie Doros, and Allen L. Semprobon—until Saturday, April 12. For the Pelkey appeal, the board recalled an initial motion (all opposed) and passed a second motion to table (all in favor). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from the April 5, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Tabled Appeal #1 (Joanie C. Herman) until April 12
• Recalled initial motion on Appeal #2 (Roger Pelkey) – all opposed; passed second motion to table until April 12 (all in favor)
• Tabled Appeal #3 (Jose Martinez) until April 12
• Tabled Appeal #4 (Luxury Lake Life Properties LLC/Lonnie Doros) until April 12
• Tabled Appeal #5 (Allen L. Semprobon) until April 12
• Motion to adjourn the meeting made (no vote recorded)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Coventry Board of Assessment Appeals will convene to hear 11 property assessment appeals, deliberate, and render decisions. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and any new business.

• 11 property assessment appeals scheduled from 9:15 to 11:45 AM
• Deliberation and decision on appeals
• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2025

The Board of Assessment Appeals unanimously accepted the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. It set the appraised value at $317,600 and the assessed value at $222,300 for Albert & Caroline Reinhardt’s property. The appeal for Stephanie Knutson was rescheduled, and appeals #3 through #10 were tabled until Monday, April 7.

• Accepted April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Set appraised value $317,600 and assessed value $222,300 for Albert & Caroline Reinhardt (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Stephanie Knutson appeal (appellant unable to attend)
• Tabled appeals #3‑10 until Monday, April 7

Town Council

This is a special budget meeting where the Town Council will deliberate on the 2025/2026 budget. The agenda lists unfinished business for budget deliberations and references a document of budget motions. No other items are scheduled.

• 2025/2026 budget deliberations by Town Council

The Town Council reached consensus to place the FY 25/26 budget on the upcoming voter referendum, keeping a $765,000 cut to the Board of Education. They also decided not to adopt a 2‑ or 4‑year phase‑in for motor‑vehicle depreciation or other budget items. A Plains Road bonding question will be added to the Town Meeting ballot. The meeting was adjourned at 12:52 PM.

• Approved $765,000 cut to Board of Education (consensus)
• Decided not to implement a 2‑year or 4‑year Phase‑In for budget items (consensus)
• Resolved to put FY 25/26 budget on voter referendum (consensus)
• Resolved to include Plains Road bonding referendum on Town Meeting ballot (consensus)
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed (motion by O’Brien, seconded by Gallagher)

School Energy & Building Efficiency Building Committee

The Coventry School Energy and Building Efficiency Building Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss ongoing projects at Coventry High School. Items include review of financial statements for energy, HVAC, and roof projects, a cost breakdown for reimbursable projects, and updates on the CHS roof and unit ventilator/HVAC projects. The committee will also consider payment application 13 from Pro-Mech and a boiler room change diagram.

• Approval of March 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of financial statements for 2019 Energy, CHS HVAC, and Roof projects
• Building Committee cost breakdown for reimbursable projects
• CHS Roof project review and discussion; Unit Ventilator/HVAC project update
• Pro-Mech payment application 13 and Boiler room change diagram

The committee approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also authorized a payment of $743,470 to the contractor Pro‑Mech for work on the HVAC project, again unanimously. No other motions were adopted at this meeting.

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Pro‑Mech Payment Application 13 for $743,470 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 PM (unanimous)

Local Emergency Coordinating Committee

The Local Emergency Coordinating Committee will meet to review agency updates and minutes from March 6, 2025. The body will discuss how the police department and schools address 'stranger danger' education for children.

• Discussion on 'stranger danger' education for children
• Review of police department and school protocols for child safety
• Acceptance of March 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. Bud Meyers moved to accept them, Eric Peterson seconded, and the motion carried with Jon Hand abstaining and all other members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:32 PM after a unanimous motion by Bud Meyers, seconded by Jon Hand.

• Accepted March 6, 2025 minutes (motion by Bud Meyers, seconded by Eric Peterson, passed with Jon Hand abstaining)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:32 PM (motion by Bud Meyers, seconded by Jon Hand, unanimously approved)

Town Council

The Town Council will meet for a special session to conduct budget deliberations for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes a period for citizen comments and a review of the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) memo.

• Deliberations on the 2025/2026 Budget
• Review of 2025 CIP MEMO

The Town Council reached consensus to retain the motor‑vehicle assessment at 85% and not adopt the proposed adjustment schedule. Council also agreed not to implement a 4‑year phase‑in of tax changes, while the 2‑year phase‑in remains under consideration. A series of budget cuts totaling $245,206 were approved, including a $25,000 allocation for tree‑removal and adding $33,090 to the Town Administration budget for the Special Projects Coordinator salary.

• Rejected motor‑vehicle assessment adjustment; keep assessment at 85% (consensus)
• Declined 4‑year tax phase‑in (consensus)
• No decision on 2‑year phase‑in; still under consideration
• Approved $25,000 allocation to general government for tree‑removal line item
• Approved multiple budget cuts totaling $245,206 (e.g., $16,000 library grant, $6,307 DPW salary, $11,180 police, $24,000 DPW seasonal position, etc.)
• Added $33,090 to Town Administration budget for Special Projects Coordinator salary
• Reduced reserves by $120,000 from revenues
• Agreed to provide payroll breakdown for Town Engineer and Inland Wetlands Agent

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss vernal pool mapping, Earth Day activities, and bat houses under new business. Old business includes updates on Patriots Park Woods Trail, Rose Williams Property, and Nip Bottle Money. The financial report shows $1,645.92 remaining in the budget. All items are for discussion only; no formal decisions are expected.

• Financial report: $1,645.92 budget remaining
• Vernal Pool Mapping discussion
• Earth Day Activities and Post
• Patriots Park Woods Trail update
• Rose Williams Property update

The commission recorded a motion to approve the meeting minutes, though no vote result was noted. Patty Cortez was hired to fill the vacant Zoning Enforcement Officer position. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous vote to approve the motion to adjourn.

• Motion to approve minutes made (outcome not recorded)
• Patty Cortez hired as Zoning Enforcement Officer (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (all voted to approve)

Energy Conservation / Alternative Energy Advisory Committee

The Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from October 2024 and March 2024, along with old and new business items. No specific proposals or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of October 2, 2024 and March 5, 2024 minutes

The Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. No other actions were formally decided; the committee discussed updates on EV chargers, compost, grant applications, and upcoming events. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals accepted the March 25 minutes and approved the assessed values for five appeals. Each appeal’s appraised and assessed amounts were recorded and the motions were passed unanimously.

• Accepted March 25 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved assessed value $672,670 for Kevin & Carly Arpin (unanimous)
• Approved assessed value $211,890 for Robert Coulombe (unanimous)
• Approved assessed value $494,445 for Roy & Karen Osborne (unanimous)
• Approved assessed value $295,050 for Jeff Wilson (unanimous)
• Approved assessed value $315,375 for Michael & Roxanne Conner (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to deliberate on the 2025/2026 budget. The body will also hold a discussion and Q&A session regarding the revaluation process and a possible phase-in.

• 2025/2026 Budget deliberations
• Revaluation process and possible phase-in discussion

The Town Council held a budget deliberation for FY 2025‑26, reviewing potential spending cuts and error corrections. Council members also examined three revaluation phase‑in scenarios presented by the Assessor and a consultant. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a business visitation from M&M Realty Capital LLC regarding the Coventry Laundromat. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes, planner reports, member updates, and discussions on social media, CT Countryside, and Farmers' Market updates. Officers will be elected.

• Business visitation by M&M Realty Capital LLC for Coventry Laundromat
• Adoption of minutes from February 27, 2025
• Election of officers
• Discussion on social media and communications strategy
• Updates on Farmers' Market and CT Countryside

Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee is meeting to discuss two-family residences and a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Housing Authority property. The committee will also review website updates and correspondence regarding the Northwest Connecticut Affordable Housing and Conservation Strategy.

• Discussion of two-family residences
• Discussion of RFP for Housing Authority Property
• Review of Northwest Connecticut Affordable Housing and Conservation Strategy correspondence
• Discussion of Website

The Senior and Affordable Housing Alternatives Study Committee approved the minutes from the January 22, 2025 regular meeting, correcting the diocese reference and a spelling error. The motion was moved by Pattee, seconded by Martin, and passed with five votes in favor and none against. No other formal motions were adopted; the committee discussed two‑family residence regulations, website content, and a potential RFP for a housing‑authority parcel, assigning follow‑up tasks to staff and members.

• Approved adoption of Jan 22, 2025 minutes with corrections (5‑0)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency will consider two old business items with approaching deadlines: alignment and stormwater improvements on Swamp Road and South Street (deadline March 28) and emergency culvert repairs on Brigham Tavern Road (deadline May 2). New business includes an after-the-fact permit for illegal filling at 77 Tall Oak Drive and a related enforcement case. The agency will also discuss a violation update on 89 Flanders Road and a general wetlands permit proposal from the Department of Public Works.

• #25-2 – Swamp Road and South Street alignment, sightline, and stormwater improvements; 65-day deadline is March 28, 2025
• #25-3 – Emergency repairs to 60" culvert on Brigham Tavern Road across from 329 Brigham Tavern Road; deadline May 2, 2025
• #25-7 – After-the-fact permit application for illegal filling of watercourse at 77 Tall Oak Drive with proposed wetland remediation
• Enforcement: Material deposition in regulated area at 77 Tall Oak Drive; cease and desist issued July 2024
• Discussion: Update on 89 Flanders Road violation and DPW general wetlands permit proposal

The agency accepted permit #25-3 (R30061) for emergency repairs on Brigham Tavern Road with standard permit conditions 1 and 2. The motion was seconded by Mathieu and approved unanimously by five members (Johnson, Glenney, Mathieu, Wierszchalek, Epstein). The agenda was amended to move item 9a to after item 3. No decision was made on the 77 Tall Oak Drive application.

• Accepted permit #25-3 – R30061, Brigham Tavern Road (unanimous approval, 5-0)
• Moved agenda item 9a to after item 3 (motion by Glenney)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes from March 4, 2025, hear tax assessment appeals at 6:20 PM, deliberate and make decisions, and discuss any new business. No specific appeals or details were listed in the agenda.

• Public hearing for tax assessment appeals scheduled at 6:20 PM

The board elected Joan Lewis as chair, Jil Wood Reviczky as vice‑chair, and Mary Jo Lewis as secretary for the remainder of the year. It scheduled an extra meeting on April 1, 2025 at 5:30 pm to discuss appeals that could not be heard at the March 25 session. Appeals for five property owners were tabled until that meeting, and the board reduced the vehicle assessments for Kamil Laskowski to $13,050 and for Thomas Morgart to $14,000. The minutes from the March 4, 2025 and September 16, 2024 meetings were approved.

• Elected Joan Lewis as chair for the remainder of the year (unanimous)
• Elected Jil Wood Reviczky as vice‑chair for the remainder of the year (unanimous)
• Elected Mary Jo Lewis as secretary for the remainder of the year (unanimous)
• Added an extra Board of Assessment Appeals meeting on April 1, 2025 at 5:30 pm (unanimous)
• Tabled Appeals #1‑#5 until the April 1 meeting (unanimous)
• Reduced Kamil Laskowski's vehicle assessment to $13,050 (unanimous)
• Reduced Thomas Morgart's vehicle assessment to $14,000 (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes and September 16, 2024 minutes (unanimous; two members abstained on the latter)

America 250 | Coventry CT Committee

This is the first meeting of the newly formed America 250 | Coventry CT Committee. Members will review their charge, elect officers, and discuss planning for upcoming events including a rally. No binding decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Appointment of Vice-Chair and Secretary
• Discussion of 'Two Lights and 4/19 Rally at the Rock' event
• Sharing of member ideas for America 250 commemoration

The committee elected Emily Kennedy as secretary and Jim Murphy as vice chair, both unanimously approved. A motion to shift future meeting start time to 6:30 p.m. also passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Emily Kennedy appointed secretary (unanimous)
• Jim Murphy appointed vice chair (unanimous)
• Meeting start time changed to 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning map amendment for 1409 Main Street and a special permit for a teardown/rebuild at 90 Avery Shores. The commission will also finalize comments on the Capital Improvement Program proposed budget for FY 25-26 and schedule a future hearing for a special permit at 272 Pine Lake Drive. Procedural items include adoption of minutes and reports.

• Public hearing on PZC-25-2: rezone 2.05-acre parcel at 1409 Main Street to Village Gateway Zone
• Public hearing on PZC-25-3: special permit for new single-family dwelling (teardown/rebuild) on undersized lot at 90 Avery Shores in LR Zone; applicant David Blakely
• 8-24 Referral: finalize comments on Capital Improvement Program Proposed Budget FY 25-26
• New business PZC-25-4: special permit for new single-family dwelling on undersized lot at 272 Pine Lake Drive; public hearing scheduled for April 14

The Planning & Zoning Commission opened the public hearing on the proposed zoning map modification for 1409 Main Street and decided to continue the hearing at the April 14 meeting. No vote was taken and no final decision on the zoning change was made.

• Hearing on PZC-25-2 opened and continued to April 14 meeting

Town Council

The Town Council Steering Committee will consider changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission ordinance. The body will also review job descriptions for an Environmental Planner and WPCA Operators. Additionally, the committee will consider several appointments to town boards and study committees.

• Review and possible change to the ordinance for the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Modification to job descriptions for WPCA Operator 1 and WPCA Operator 2
• Review of Environmental Planner job description
• Appointments for the Firearms Safety-Home Shooting Range Study Committee
• Appointments for the Ad-Hoc Farmers' Market Operating Committee

The committee unanimously accepted the February 24, 2025 minutes and approved several new appointments, including Donna Titus to the Farmers' Market committee, Michael Mangiafico to the Firearms Safety study committee, Laura Heemskerk as an alternate on the Inland Wetlands Agency, and John Elsesser to the Pension and Retirement Committee. It also adopted job descriptions for WPCA Operator 1, Operator 2, and an Environmental Planner. All actions were approved by unanimous or majority vote.

• Accepted February 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Donna Titus to Ad‑hoc Farmers' Market Operating Committee (term to 12‑27‑2027) (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Mangiafico to Firearms Safety‑Home Shooting Range Study Committee (life term) (unanimous)
• Appointed Laura Heemskerk as alternate on Inland Wetlands Agency (term to 9‑15‑2027) (unanimous)
• Appointed John Elsesser to Pension and Retirement Committee (term to 1‑1‑2026) (unanimous)
• Adopted job descriptions for WPCA Operator 1 and Operator 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted job description for Environmental Planner (approved; For: Kyer, Hand; Abstain: Blanchard)

Town Council

The Coventry Town Council is meeting to discuss the 2025/2026 budget. Presentations are scheduled from Parks & Recreation, Human Services, and the Registrar of Voters, followed by Council deliberations. No votes are indicated on the agenda.

• 2025/2026 Budget deliberations
• Parks & Recreation department presentation (7:30 PM)
• Human Services department presentation (8:00 PM)
• Registrar of Voters department presentation (8:30 PM)
• Town Council budget deliberations

The Town Council voted unanimously to place the Registrar of Voters budget presentation on the agenda at 7:30 PM. No other substantive actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.

• Moved Registrar of Voters agenda item to 7:30 PM (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:00 PM (motion passed)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to review staff reports and the Patriots Park Master Plan progress. The body may take action on 2025 beach sticker prices and a matter involving Meg Mark of Wilder Moon.

• Possible action on 2025 Beach Sticker Prices
• Possible action regarding Meg Mark, Wilder Moon
• Patriots Park Master Plan progress update
• Review of Raised Bill No. 6952

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the Schematic Concept Master Site Plan for Patriots Park, with members to submit comments by the April 10 meeting. It also granted Meg Mark permission to amplify noise and charge admission for events in the Creaser Park pavilion. A discounted senior beach pass ($10 per car) was approved, and the minutes from the February 13 meeting were accepted.

• Approved minutes from the February 13, 2025 meeting (affirmative votes from Rodgers, Martin, Minor, Carlson, Miller)
• Granted Meg Mark permission to amplify noise and charge admission for Creaser Park pavilion events (affirmative votes from Rodgers, Martin, Minor, Carlson, Miller)
• Adopted the Schematic Concept Master Site Plan for Patriots Park, with comments due by April 10, 2025 (affirmative votes from Rodgers, Martin, Minor, Carlson, Miller)
• Approved a discounted senior beach pass at $10 per car for residents 55 and older (affirmative votes from Rodgers, Martin, Minor, Carlson, Miller)

Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee

The Coventry Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee will review a draft firearms ordinance and finalize questions for the police chief. The committee will also approve minutes from February 20 and discuss future agendas and citizen feedback.

• Review of draft firearms ordinance language (document: FIREARMS ORDINANCE DRAFT LANGUAGE 2.PDF)
• Review of committee questions for the Police Chief (document: QUESTIONS FOR THE CHIEF FROM FEB 20 MEETING.PDF)
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of future agendas and citizen feedback

The Firearms Safety/Home Shooting Range Study Committee approved the February 20, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. The committee reviewed a draft firearms ordinance and agreed to refine it at the April 17 meeting, after which public comment will be solicited. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled review and refinement of draft firearms ordinance for April 17 meeting

Cemetery Commission

The Coventry Cemetery Commission will meet to review financial statements and reports from Public Works and the Sexton. The body will discuss the process for approving monument modifications and addressing a fallen headstone in GHC.

• Updating PDF document of street addresses for town cemeteries
• Scheduling winter decoration clean-up at Coventry Cemetery
• Special request for Benajah Strong monument in NHC
• Fallen headstone in GHC
• Approval process for lettering or monument modifications

The Coventry Cemetery Commission approved the minutes from the December 19, 2024 meeting by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded; the commission discussed tree removal, website updates, and headstone repairs.

• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Ad-Hoc Farmers' Market Operating Committee will hold a special meeting to plan the 2025 season and discuss a wifi upgrade for the market area. The committee will also consider adopting previous meeting minutes and set the next meeting date.

• 2025 season planning for the farmers' market
• Discussion of wifi upgrade work
• Adoption of previous meeting minutes

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting. The committee reviewed vendor changes, a proposed $8,000 Wi‑Fi upgrade, and upcoming sponsorship outreach, but no additional actions were formally approved or denied.

• Approved February 27, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The March 18, 2025, Zoning Board of Appeals meeting has been cancelled because there were no items to address. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2025.

Town Council

The Town Council will hold budget deliberations for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, including presentations from the Police Department at 7:30 PM and Fire/EMS at 8:00 PM. The council will also consider a proclamation for World Autism Awareness Day, accept meeting minutes, and receive reports on finances, projects, and proposed budget meeting dates. An executive session is scheduled for public works and supervisors union negotiations.

• 2025/2026 Budget deliberation with Police Department (7:30 PM) and Fire/EMS (8:00 PM) presentations
• World Autism Awareness Day Proclamation
• Monthly Financial Report from Finance Committee
• Town Manager's Projects Update memo dated 3-14-25
• Executive Session for Public Works Union and Supervisors Union

The Coventry Town Council held a budget workshop, hearing presentations from the Police and Fire/EMS departments for the 2025-26 fiscal year. No formal budget decisions were made; the council discussed specific requests, including new patrol vehicles, dashboard cameras, and a fire apparatus replacement. The meeting also included acceptance of prior minutes and a consent agenda, plus an executive session on personnel.

• Accepted February 27, 2025 Special Budget Meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Accepted March 3, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 10:47 PM (unanimous)

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will review the wastewater management plan and sewer system capacity. The body is discussing a fees proposal for the Western route 44 sewer planning area and conducting a budget review.

• Western route 44 sewer planning area fees proposal
• CWF Grant Reimbursement and USDA Funding updates
• Budget review
• Interviews for CEPA environmental scoping notice
• Notice of upcoming Public Hearing for rate increase and sewer assessments

The Coventry WPCA awarded the CEPA environmental review work to SLR International Corporation after interviews and scoring; one member abstained due to a conflict of interest. The board also approved the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes. Staff reported on grant reimbursement, sewer project fees, and staff turnover concerns.

• Awarded CEPA environmental review to SLR International (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved February 13, 2025 WPCA meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of the Town of Coventry will conduct its annual meeting. The body will review expenditures and receive updates on Orchard Hill I and Orchard Hill IH.

• Review and approval of expenditures
• Director's report on Orchard Hill I
• Director's report on Orchard Hill IH

The Coventry Housing Authority voted unanimously to raise base rents in Orchard Hill Estates II by $50 for efficiency and one-bedroom units, effective for new tenants only. The board also approved the February minutes, January expenditures, and clarified the town's role in a $25,000 housing viability study.

• Approved rent increase for Orchard Hill Estates II: efficiency from $270 to $320, 1-bedroom from $295 to $345 (unanimous)
• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved January expenditures (unanimous)
• Passed motion acknowledging full understanding of $25,000 town funding for housing viability study (unanimous)