Danbury public meetings in 2021
52 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Commission
The Commission will conduct organizational business, including electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The body will also consider a new petition for a café liquor license at 11 Ives Street.
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
- Appointment of three members to the ZBA Subcommittee
- Petition for a Café Liquor License for Downtown Eleven Café & Bar at 11 Ives Street
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and public attendance policies. No specific legislative items, votes, or discussion topics are listed.
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2022.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to handle organizational matters for the 2021-2023 term. The body is deciding on its leadership and establishing the calendar for regular and special meetings.
- Election of Council President
- Resolution establishing regular meeting dates for 2022 and 2023
- Resolution regarding the procedures for calling Special Meetings
Civil Service Commission
The Special Civil Service Commission is meeting to review personnel changes and hear an appeal. The body will also acknowledge a reclassification within the Police Department Records.
- Public Health Inspector appeal: Anthony Rountos
- Promotion: Fernanda Carvalho to Associate Director of Community Health
- Promotion: Teresa Stenken to Office Assistant, Fire Dept
- Acknowledgement of Police Department Records reclassification
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is continuing a public hearing regarding a petition to define and allow transitional shelters for the homeless as a special exception use. The body is also reviewing new petitions regarding the Master Plan and a used car dealer's license.
- Petition of 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC to add 'transitional shelter for the homeless' as a special exception use in the CA-80 zone
- Petition of SC Ridge Owner LLC to amend the Master Plan
- Application for Blasius Auto at 16 Walnut Street for a Motor Vehicle Used Car Dealer’s License in the CG-20 Zone
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing regarding a petition from 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC. The commission is considering amendments to zoning regulations to define and allow transitional shelters for the homeless in the CA-80 zone.
- Petition by 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC to amend Zoning Regulations Sections 2.B., 5.B.2.b.(19), and 5.B.5.g.
- Proposed new use definition for "transitional shelter for the homeless"
- Proposal to add transitional shelters as a special exception use to the CA-80 zone
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is continuing a public hearing regarding a petition to amend zoning regulations. The proposal seeks to define a "transitional shelter for the homeless" and add it as a special exception use in the CA-80 zone.
- Petition by 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC to amend Sections 2.B., 5.B.2.b.(19), and 5.B.5.g. of the Zoning Regulations
City Council
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and public attendance policies. No specific legislative items, votes, or discussion topics are listed.
Civil Service Commission
The Special Civil Service Commission is meeting to review personnel status and address specific employment appeals. The body will discuss applicant qualifications and the certification of eligibility lists for city roles.
- Clerk Typist II appeal by Fernanda O’Shea
- Qualification of Detective Police Officer applicants
- Certification of Tax Coordinator eligibility list
- Request to use a written exam instead of an oral exam for Communication and Graphic Design Specialist
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing for a special permit regarding a liquor license. The body is also reviewing a zoning change for Federal Road and proposed amendments to city zoning regulations.
- Special Permit for Cafe Liquor License: Golf Lounge DB, LLC at Danbury Fair Mall, 7 Backus Avenue/Space C101
- Change of Zone from IL-40 to CG-20: 21, 29, 33-35, and 39 Federal Road
- Proposed Zoning Regulation amendments: Opt out of parking requirements and update permit fee schedule for expert consultants
- Continued hearing on transitional shelter for the homeless definition: postponed to November 9, 2021
Civil Service Commission
The Special Civil Service Commission is meeting to review personnel status and previous meeting minutes. The primary item of new business is the certification of eligibility lists for Certified Police Officers.
- Certification of Eligibility Lists for Certified Police Officer
Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for October 12, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2021.
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss departmental activities, including police staffing and fire department operations. The agenda includes reports on police body camera implementation and fire department promotional swearings-in.
- Police Department report noting 132 effective strength and 4 recruits in the academy
- Update on full implementation of body cameras in Police Patrol
- Police Cadet report on search for a handgun at Danbury Fair Mall
- Fire Department report noting 110 sworn personnel with 9 vacancies
- Fire Department promotional swearing-in for 1 Asst. Chief, 2 Deputy Chiefs, 2 Captains, and 2 Lieutenants
Civil Service Commission
The Commission is meeting to review personnel status updates and qualify applicants for several city roles. The body will also consider a request to extend the eligibility list for entry-level fire fighters.
- Request to extend eligibility list for Entry-Level Fire Fighter
- Qualification of applicants for Certified Police Officer, Traffic Engineer, and other roles
- Promotions of seven fire department personnel, including Assistant Fire Chief William Lounsbury
- New hires for Public Health Inspector and Maintenance Mechanic III positions
- Retirement of Fire Department Superintendent of Apparatus David Kirkwood
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings on two petitions. One involves a zone change for properties on Federal Road, and the other proposes adding a transitional shelter for the homeless as a special exception use in the CA-80 zone.
- Petition to change zone from IL-40 to CG-20 for 21, 29, 33-35, and 39 Federal Road
- Petition to amend zoning regulations to define and allow 'transitional shelter for the homeless' as a special exception in the CA-80 zone
City Council
The agenda provided contains only procedural information and public attendance policies. No specific legislative items, votes, or discussion topics are listed.
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding a request to change the zoning of several properties on Federal Road. The body is also reviewing a petition to amend zoning regulations to allow transitional shelters for the homeless in the CA-80 zone.
- Public hearing: Petition of 29 Federal Road LLC & Robert W. Schmus to change zone from IL-40 to CG-20 for 21, 29, 33-35, and 39 Federal Road
- Petition of 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC to amend zoning regulations to add 'transitional shelter for the homeless' as a special exception use to the CA-80 zone
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to address new business. The primary item for discussion is a request for the certification of a revised eligibility list for Police Sergeant.
- Request for Certification of Revised Eligibility List for Police Sergeant
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and address several staff departures. The agenda also includes requests for the certification of eligibility lists for police and fire leadership roles.
- Separations: Kelly Grover (Fire Dept)
- Separations: Jason Sabio (Public Utilities Dept)
- Separations: Slade Mongelli
- Separations: Susan Yager (Police Dept)
- Certification of Eligibility Lists for Police Sergeant, Fire Captain, and Fire Lieutenant
Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for August 10, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2021.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to conduct business, including the review of a monthly report from Police Chief Patrick A. Ridenhour. The report details police personnel strength and training activities for July 2021.
- Police Department Monthly Report for July 2021
- Police personnel report showing an effective strength of 133 as of 07-21-21
- Report of 3 retirements since the previous report
- July 21 mandatory firearms qualifications make-up training
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing to discuss amending zoning regulations regarding a moratorium on cannabis establishments. The body is also reviewing two petitions for zone changes on Whitney Avenue and Federal Road.
- Public hearing on amending Sections 2.B and 10.J for a moratorium on cannabis establishment applications and permits
- Petition of Newtown Road LLC/Maria & Manuel Andre for zone change from RA-8 to CG-20 at Whitney Avenue
- Petition of 29 Federal Road LLC & Robert W. Schmus for zone change from IL-40 to CG-20 at 21, 29, 33-35, 39 & unnumbered lot Federal Road
Zoning Commission
The regular meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for July 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2021.
City Council
The Danbury Police Department submitted a report covering personnel changes and crime statistics for June 2021. The Danbury Fire Department reported the swearing-in of four new recruits and the appointment of Richard Thode as permanent Fire Chief.
- Police Department effective strength of 136 sworn personnel
- Two police retirements since last report
- Four new firefighter recruits sworn in on June 2, 2021
- Appointment of Richard Thode as permanent Fire Chief on June 28, 2021
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will review personnel status changes, including new hires and retirements. The body will certify eligibility lists for three positions and evaluate the qualifications of applicants for two fire department roles.
- Certification of eligibility lists for Assistant Fire Chief, Lead Pipe Installer, and Maintenance Mechanic III
- Qualification of applicants for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant
- New hires: Fire Chief Richard Thode and Dalania Kalman (Finance Dept)
- Promotion: Beth Ann Fegley (Fire Dept)
- Retirements: Steve Williams, Lori Davis (Fire Dept), Jose Agosto, Charles Emicke, and James Lally (Police Dept)
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a special permit for a café liquor license. The body is also reviewing a pending request to change the zoning of a property on Whitney Avenue.
- Special Permit for Café Liquor License at 38 Mill Plain Road (James Bonheur/Danbury Entertainment Associates LLC)
- Proposed Change of Zone from RA-8 to CG-20 at Whitney Avenue (Newtown Road LLC/Maria & Manuel Andre)
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will review appeals for seven Police Sergeant positions and one Assistant Fire Chief position. The body will also determine the qualification of applicants for the Lead Pipe Installer role and review personnel status changes.
- Review of Police Sergeant appeals for Crystal Davis, Peter Elste, John Giafone, Andrew Katkocin, Jason Lyder, Matthew Malone, and Alexander Relyea
- Review of Assistant Fire Chief appeal for Terence Timan
- Qualification of applicants for Lead Pipe Installer
- Promotion of Shawn Dvaz in the Tax Collector’s Office
- Retirement of Rachel Halas from the Police Dept
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing on a petition to remove the prohibition of drive-thru windows for medical marijuana dispensaries. The body is also reviewing a request to change the zoning of a property on Whitney Avenue.
- Petition by D & B Wellness to amend zoning regulations to allow drive-thru windows for medical marijuana dispensaries
- Petition by Newtown Road LLC/Maria & Manuel Andre for a zone change from RA-8 to CG-20 at Whitney Avenue
City Council
The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding public access and comment submission. No specific decisions or discussion topics are listed.
Civil Service Commission
The Commission is meeting to certify eligibility lists for several positions, including Police Captain and Deputy Fire Chief. The body will also review the qualifications of applicants for four roles and consider removing 19 candidates from the Police Officer eligibility list.
- Request to remove 19 specific applicants from the Police Officer eligibility list
- Certification of eligibility lists for Deputy Fire Chief, Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, Public Health Inspector, and Secretary - Engineering
- Qualification review for Account Clerk II, Maintenance Mechanic III, Police Sergeant, and Assistant Fire Chief
- Personnel updates for new hires Robert Muncie, Wilson Betances, and Christopher Sam
- Status change for Clerk Typist position hours upgrade
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings for two petitions. These include a request to change the use of a commercial space to a medical facility and a request to change the zoning of a property on Whitney Avenue.
- Petition to change 100,000 SF of commercial use to a Physical Medical Facility-In-Patient Use at The Reserve (lot #B15005)
- Petition for Change of Zone from RA-8 to CG-20 for Whitney Avenue (K12254)
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings to consider a special permit for a brewery and two petitions to amend zoning regulations and a master plan. These decisions affect land use and business operations within the city.
- Special Permit for Brewery in the IL-40 Zone at 78 Triangle Street (Quirk Works Brewing and Blendery Inc./Triangle Industries LLC)
- Petition to amend Sections 4.H.2.b.(2)(a) & 4.H.2.b.(3)(b) of the Zoning Regulations (SC Ridge Owner LLC)
- Petition to amend the Master Plan for The Summit (SC Ridge Owner LLC)
City Council
This document contains procedural information regarding public access to the meeting via live stream or recording. It also outlines the requirements for submitting public comments to the City Council.
- Live stream available on YouTube
- Public comments must be submitted via email by 5pm on the night of the meeting
- Commenters must include name, address, and agenda item
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to address a personnel appeal. The body will also consider rescheduling a future meeting.
- Appeal from Deputy Fire Chief (Person ID 46485499)
- Retirement of Robert Myles from the Police Dept.
- Request to reschedule the May 19 meeting to May 26, 2021
City Council
This document contains procedural information regarding public access to the City Council meeting. It outlines how residents can view live streams via YouTube and how to submit public comments via email.
- Live stream available on YouTube
- Public comments must be submitted via email by 5pm on the night of the meeting
Zoning Commission
The Commission will discuss a special permit for a brewery at 78 Triangle Street and a use variance for a property at 3 Lake Avenue Extension. Additional petitions regarding zoning regulation amendments and master plan changes are listed for reference.
- Use Variance for 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC to allow 'shelter for homeless with conditions'
- Special Permit for Quirk Works Brewing and Blendery Inc./Triangle Industries LLC at 78 Triangle Street
- Petition by SC Ridge Owner LLC to amend zoning regulations
- Petition by SC Ridge Owner LLC to amend The Summit Master Plan
- Petition by Newtown Road LLC/Maria & Manuel Andre for change of zone from RA-8 to CG-20
Civil Service Commission
The Commission is meeting to process personnel changes and evaluate candidate eligibility for several city roles. The body will review new hires, promotions, and the qualification of applications for multiple leadership and technical positions.
- New hires: Police Officers William Sample, Christopher Campanero, DeAndre Perkins, Christopher Rodriguez, Christopher Spennato, and Assistant Town Clerk Jennifer Dorin
- Promotion: Winsome Bogle to Sanitarian, Health Dept
- Request to remove Police Officer applicants Jack Hamel, Divon Jackson, Ava Melillo, and Jonathan Sanchez from eligibility list
- Qualification of applications for Deputy Fire Chief, Electrical Inspector, Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, Public Health Inspector, Secretary/Bookkeeper (Promotional), and Secretary (Engineering)
- Certification of candidates for Payroll Coordinator
City Council
The City Council will hold a virtual public comment session regarding an ordinance to fund a new grades 6-12 school. The proposal includes appropriating $99,000,000 for property acquisition, construction, and equipping of the Danbury Career Academy.
- $99,000,000 appropriation for Danbury Career Academy
- Issuance of $99,000,000 in city bonds
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss an ordinance regarding the funding of a new school. The proposal involves appropriating funds for the purchase of property and the construction of a new Grades 6-12 Danbury Career Academy.
- Ordinance appropriating $99,000,000 for the Danbury Career Academy school
- Authorization of $99,000,000 in city bonds
Zoning Commission
The Commission is reviewing two new business petitions regarding land use and zoning changes. One petition involves amending the Master Plan of The Reserve for a medical facility, while another seeks a zone change on Whitney Avenue.
- Petition to amend The Reserve Master Plan for a 100,000 SF Physical Medical Facility - In-Patient Use
- Petition for Newtown Road LLC/Maria & Manuel Andre to change zone from RA-8 to CG-20 on Whitney Avenue
- Public hearing scheduled for May 25, 2021, for both the The Reserve and Whitney Avenue petitions
City Council
The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding public access and comment submission. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will meet via Zoom to review personnel status and eligibility lists. The body will discuss an appeal from Annette Zatkovich regarding the Assistant Town Clerk position and qualify applications for a Payroll Coordinator.
- Assistant Town Clerk appeal by Annette Zatkovich
- Qualification of applications for Payroll Coordinator
- Certification of eligibility lists for Assistant Town Clerk, Traffic Engineer, and Water Treatment Plant Operator
- Request to extend eligibility list for Airport Equipment Operator III
- Personnel status for new hires Kevin Ford, Christopher Profeta, and Ana Dos Santos
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing for a motor vehicle repairer's license and continuing a hearing on adding cluster active adult developments to specific zones. The body is also scheduling future hearings for zoning regulation and master plan amendments.
- Public hearing: E.W. Batista Family LP/Collector Car Services LLC, 39 Miry Brook Road, for a Motor Vehicle General Repairer's License
- Continuation of public hearing: BRT Sconset LLC petition to add Cluster Active Adult Development to RA-20 and RA-40 Zones
- New business: SC Ridge Owner LLC petition to amend Zoning Regulations (hearing scheduled May 11, 2021)
- New business: SC Ridge Owner LLC petition to amend the Master Plan for The Summit (hearing scheduled May 11, 2021)
City Council
The City Council is considering a request from Jay Earl Associates, LLC to assign a lease for premises on Airport Road to Jay Earl Associates Condominium, LLC. The meeting also includes monthly activity and statistics reports from the Police and Fire Departments.
- Request to assign lease for property on Airport Road (Kenosia Avenue Extension) to Jay Earl Associates Condominium, LLC
- Police Department monthly report including January 2021 crime statistics and staffing levels
- Fire Department monthly report covering activities from January 21 to February 20, 2021
- Police Explorer monthly activity report for January 2021
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a petition to allow cluster active adult developments in specific zones. The body will also review applications for a motor vehicle repair license and a medical facility use change.
- Public hearing: Petition by BRT Sconset LLC to add Cluster Active Adult Development to RA-20 and RA-40 Zones
- Application: E.W. Batista Family LP/Collector Car Services LLC at 39 Miry Brook Road for a Motor Vehicle General Repairer's License
- Petition: Berkley Insurance Company/Encompass Health CT Real Estate LLC to change 100,000 SF of commercial use to a Physical Medical Facility-In-Patient Use at The Reserve
Civil Service Commission
The Commission will review new hires, retirements, and the qualification of applications for several town roles. The body will also consider requests to remove specific candidates from firefighter and police officer eligibility lists.
- New hires: Kevin Ford (Interim Fire Chief), Christopher Profeta (HVAC Pub Buildings Dept), and Ana Dos Santos (Tax Assessor’s Office)
- Retirement of Fire Chief Mark Omasta
- Request to remove Moshe Sameach from Firefighter Eligibility List
- Request to remove Jenna DiCiacco from Police Officer Eligibility List
- Eligibility list extensions for Entry Level Police Officer (6 months) and Equipment Mechanic – PU
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a special permit for a liquor license. The body will also review upcoming petitions for zoning regulation amendments and another liquor license.
- Public hearing: Special Permit for Beer & Wine License for White Street Plaza LLC/ Xay's Kitchen at 35 White St./Unit #4
- Upcoming petition: BRT Sconset LLC request to add Cluster Active Adult Development to RA-20 & RA-40 Zones
- Upcoming petition: Special Permit for Restaurant Liquor License for Danbury Retail LLC/Chipotle Mexican Grill at 81 Newtown Rd.
City Council
The Fire Department is requesting to apply for a federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant through FEMA. If awarded, the City will provide matching funds of up to $40,000 to purchase equipment.
- FEMA 'Assistance to Firefighters' Grant application for equipment up to $40,000
- Certification of $40,000 in available matching funds within the FY21 operating budget
Zoning Commission
The web-based meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for January 26, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 9, 2021.
Zoning Commission
The web-based meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for January 12, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 26, 2021.
City Council
The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding public access and the submission of comments. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.