Danbury public meetings in 2023

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids and purchase requests for various city departments. Items include police equipment, building repairs, and school facility studies.

• Purchase of five 2024 Ford Explorers for the Police Dept.
• Purchase of five Motorola #APX4500 In-Car Mobile Radios for the Police Dept.
• Exterior building repairs at Tarrywile Mansion
• Emergency purchase of stone and pipe products for water service on Mountain Road
• HVAC and steam system engineering studies at Danbury High School

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review operational reports and address old business. The body is scheduled to discuss the adoption of the 2024 budget and end of year bonuses.

• Adoption of 2024 budget
• End of year bonuses
• Richter House status
• Reports from Business Manager, Head Golf Professional/General Manager, and Grounds and Greens

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review a report from an Ad Hoc committee. The report concerns the CT DECD Community Investment Fund Grant.

• Report on CT DECD Community Investment Fund Grant

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two residential property requests. Both applications seek variances to allow for the construction of additions.

• 1 Evergreen Rd.: Request to reduce front yard setback from 50’ to 26.1’ and side yard setback from 40’ to 9.6’ for an addition
• 2 Old Farm Rd.: Request to reduce front yard setback from 30’ to 18.8’ and increase building coverage from 20% to 24% for an addition, garage, and porch

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing a resolution to apply for state financial assistance through the CT DECD Community Investment Fund. The funds are intended for the acquisition of the historic State Courthouse at 71 Main Street, land parcels for parking, intersection improvements, and infrastructure studies.

• $14,922,100 grant application for South Main Street revitalization
• Acquisition of the historic State Courthouse at 71 Main Street
• Acquisition of four parcels near Main Street and Park Place for parking
• Capital improvements for the Danbury Community Center including a new roof and HVAC
• Funding for the CIFC Health Center garage development

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is reviewing applicant qualifications for several city roles and processing personnel requests. The meeting includes the acknowledgment of a Unit Assistant position upgrade and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Review of qualifications for Assistant Tax Collector, Payroll Supervisor, Librarian II- Youth Services, and Plumbing HVAC Inspector
• Request to remove Certified Police Officers and a Mechanic candidate from consideration
• Acknowledgement of Unit Assistant position upgrade
• Approval of 2024 Civil Service Commission meeting dates

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission will review several new business items including a gatehouse demolition and driveway reconfiguration at 39-41 Old Boston Rd. Other items include a single-family dwelling construction on Brighton St and a sewer line installation at 5 Great Pasture Rd.

• Relocation of retaining wall, gates, and demolition of gatehouse at 39-41 Old Boston Rd
• Construction of single-family dwelling, driveway, well and septic system at 7A Brighton St
• Installation of sewer line on underside of bridge at 5 Great Pasture Rd
• Cease & Desist for Halas, Barnum Road
• Violation at 24 Barnum Road

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will hold a remote meeting via Zoom to discuss various updates. The agenda includes discussions on handicap parking, on-demand transportation, and new business regarding Sweet Hart Busses.

• Handicap Parking Update
• On Demand Transportation discussion
• New Business: Sweet Hart Busses
• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners

Zoning Commission

The commission is meeting to conduct organizational business, including elections and subcommittee appointments. The agenda contains no public hearings, new business, or old business for action.

• Nomination and election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Appointment of three members to the ZBA Subcommittee
• Setting of effective date for Commission approvals
• Workshop session with Corporation Counsel on procedures and statutory requirements

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review several requests for proposals and bids. The items cover services for human resources, IT, and public infrastructure.

• Consulting services for analysis of impediments to fair housing (Bid #10-23-24-01)
• Emergency clearing of Blind Brook Culvert over West Street
• Background screening services for Human Resources Dept. (RFQ #23-24-08-01)
• Support and maintenance for Public Safety Production Storage Area Network Appliance
• Auto spring repair services for Equipment Maintenance Dept.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a change of use to medical office space and a floodplain permit for a multi-family dwelling addition. Two previously scheduled public hearings have been postponed to January 17, 2024.

• 5 Sugar Hollow Road: Application for revised special exception for medical office space
• 7 Thorpe Street: Application for floodplain permit for multi-family dwelling addition
• 82 Payne Road: Postponed public hearing for petroleum distribution and storage
• 4 Lee Mac Avenue: Postponed public hearing for warehouse and construction equipment storage
• Review of the 2024 Regular Meeting Schedule

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several funding requests for public schools and police, as well as grants for community investment and traffic safety. The body is also considering sewer and water main extensions for specific city locations.

• Funding requests for Danbury Public Schools technology and special education
• CT DOT Click It Or Ticket Grant Program for the Police Department
• Sewer main extensions for 22 DePalma Lane and Fairfield Ave. & Morton St.
• Water main extension for Fairfield Ave. & Morton St.
• ARPA allocation of funds from the Finance Department

1967 Firefighters Pension Fund

The Danbury Fire Pension Board met to review independent medical examination reports and vote on disability pension requests. The board approved line-of-duty disability retirements for two employees and accepted pension fund adjustment recommendations from Greystone.

• Approved 32-72 disability pension for Lieutenant Joe Kovalsky (20 years of service) at 66.74%
• Approved 32-72 disability pension for Provisional Apparatus Superintendent Charles Payne (36 years of service) at 68%
• Accepted Greystone’s recommendations for pension fund adjustments

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority is meeting to review financial reports and a draft of the FY24/25 operating budget. The body will also receive reports from the Park Priorities and Job Description task forces.

• Draft FY24/25 Operating Budget: Version 1
• Park Priorities Task Force report and discussion
• Job Description Task Force report and discussion
• LoCIP projects
• Trail work

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to elect its President. The body will also consider resolutions regarding the regular meeting schedule for 2024-2025 and the conduct of special meetings.

• Election of City Council President
• Resolution for City Council Regular Meeting Schedule (2024-2025)
• Resolution regarding Special Meetings of the City Council

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review personnel changes and candidate eligibility. The body will consider promotions for police officers and an appeal from a truck driver.

• Promotions of Andrew Whitlock to Police Sergeant and Colin Marino to Police Detective
• New hire of Reynaldo Pena as Certified Police Officer
• Truck Driver Appeal for Abelardo A. Moreira-Filho #52160107
• Removal of candidates from the Certified Police Officer Eligibility List
• Review of qualifications for Tree Worker/Bucket Operator, Water Treatment Plant Operator, and Utility Mechanic

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards will meet to discuss three specific procurement items. These include technology upgrades for public safety and emergency repairs at a local high school.

• Motorola Dispatch Console Upgrade for the Fire Dept.
• Emergency repairs to two boilers at Danbury High School for the Public Buildings Dept.
• Purchase of computers and monitors for Public Safety for the IT Dept.

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zone change request for the Danbury Mall. The body will also discuss a petition to amend zoning regulations to allow hotel-to-apartment conversions in the CA-80 Zone.

• Public hearing: Danbury Mall LLC petition to change zone from CG-20 to MURM (Mixed Use Regional Mall) at 7 Backus Avenue
• Discussion/Action: Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC petition to allow 'Hotel to apartment house, mixed-use' as a permitted use in the CA-80 Zone

Cultural Commission

The Commission will consider grant applications from artist Derik Piortr and the Connecticut Ballet. Members will also discuss authorization for a mural preservation estimate and upcoming budget preparations.

• Grant request: $3,000 for artist Derik Piortr
• Grant request: $3,500 for Connecticut Ballet
• Authorization of $350 for MakeMusicDay dues
• Estimate for Federermural preservation ranging from $900 to $1,200
• Authorization for photo archiving estimate by Peter Brown

City Council

The City Council and an Ad Hoc Committee are reviewing a proposed residential license for the Bear Mountain Cottage. The agreement would allow a licensee to occupy the 1,200 sq. ft. dwelling through June 30, 2026, in exchange for monthly payments and specific maintenance duties.

• Residential license for Bear Mountain Cottage at $1,000 monthly (plus CPI)
• Residential licenses for Chow House and Main House at Farrington Park
• Sewer main extensions at 22 Depalma Lane and Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Water main extension at Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Police Department promotions for Andrew Whitlock (Sergeant) and Colin Marino (Detective)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed residential license for the Chow House, a 1,200 sq. ft. single-family dwelling at Farrington Park. The agreement would set monthly payments at $1,000 plus CPI adjustments through October 31, 2026.

• Residential license for Chow House (Farrington Park) with $1,000 monthly payment
• Residential licenses for Main House (Farrington Park) and Bear Mountain (Reservation) Cottage
• Sewer main extensions for 22 Depalma Lane and Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Water main extension for Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Police Department promotions for Andrew Whitlock (Sergeant) and Colin Marino (Detective)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed residential license for the Chow House at Farrington Park, a 1,200 sq. ft. single-family dwelling. The agreement would set monthly payments at $1,000 plus CPI adjustments through October 31, 2026.

• Residential license for Chow House (Farrington Park) at $1,000/month
• Residential licenses for Main House (Farrington Park) and Bear Mountain (Reservation) Cottage
• Sewer main extensions for 22 Depalma Lane and Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Water main extension for Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Police Department promotions for Andrew Whitlock (Sergeant) and Colin Marino (Detective)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider various service contracts and equipment purchases for city departments. Items include infrastructure repairs, vehicle procurement, and professional IT and engineering services.

• Design services for Westside School sports field replacement
• Purchase of 2023 Ford F350 Flat Bed Body Truck with Plow
• Upfitting of four 2023 Ford Explorer Police Dept. vehicles
• Renewal of lease for wood waste processing and leaf composting with Total Landscaping Services
• Engineering services for Margerie Water Treatment Plant fuel oil storage tank replacement

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority and its Finance Committee are meeting to review the 2024 budget proposal. The body will also discuss the status of the Richter House and end-of-year holiday party bonuses.

• Review of the 2024 Budget proposal
• Richter House status
• End of year holiday party/bonuses

Civil Service Commission

The commission is meeting to manage eligibility lists and applicant qualifications for city personnel. Discussions include the removal of candidates from the police officer list and requests for additional firefighter interviews.

• Removal of candidates from the Certified Police Officer Eligibility List
• Request to remove Kieran Waters from the Certified Police Officers list per applicant request
• Request for additional firefighter interviews
• Review of applicant qualifications for Tree Worker/Bucket Operator, Water Treatment Plant Operator, Utility Mechanic, and Truck Driver
• New hires: John Dawid (Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer) and Michael Felizardo (Truck Driver)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review several procurement items for city departments. The agenda includes engineering services for the water pollution control plant and equipment for the Highway Department.

• Engineering Services for Spill Prevention Planning Support at the Danbury Water Pollution Control Plant
• Purchase of Peterbilt Model 548 Cab & Chassis for the Highway Dept.
• Purchase of Cold Patch Class 5 with Fibers for the Highway Dept.
• Bid #09-23-24-03 for Hi-Way Spreader Parts

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Master Plan Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding hiking trails. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Discussion of hiking trail updates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing revisions to special exceptions and floodplain permits for Brookview Commons. The body is also reviewing a zone change petition for the Danbury Mall and several utility main extensions.

• Petition by Danbury Mall LLC (7 Backus Avenue) to change zone from CG-20 to MURM
• Sewer main extension at 22 Depalma Lane
• Sewer and water main extensions at Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Revision to special exception and floodplain permits for Brookview Commons (333 Main Street and 30 Crosby Street)
• Request from HavenCare at Filosa (13-21 Hakim Street) to remove Special Exception Approval SE #643

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding a continuation of a public hearing regarding a petition to amend zoning regulations. The body will consider adding hotel-to-apartment house mixed-use as a permitted use in the CA-80 Zone.

• Petition of Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to amend Sections 5.B.2.a. and 5.B.4. of the Zoning Regulations for the CA-80 Zone

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will discuss updates regarding handicap parking and on-demand transportation. The meeting also includes a report on social media metrics and the recruitment of two regular commissioners and three alternates.

• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners
• Handicap parking update
• On-demand transportation discussion
• Social media update regarding Facebook and Twitter metrics

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority approved the City of Danbury CIP draft budget and elected its board officers. The board also approved a pay scale increase for L. Marshall and tabled a discussion on job descriptions pending a review by City Hall Human Resources.

• Approval of the CIP Draft Budget – City of Danbury
• Election of officers: M. Marcus (Chairman), J. LaValla (Vice-Chair), W. Platz (Secretary), and D. Manacek (Treasurer)
• Approval of a pay scale increase for L. Marshall
• Donation of eight garbage cans from the Friends of Tarrywile
• Tabling of job description changes pending Human Resources review

Library Board of Directors

The Board accepted a finance report detailing the status of the Farioly and Learmont Funds. Members discussed the potential for a book mobile and the future of the Hackerspace and café areas during planned main floor renovations.

• Finance report showing $1.5 million in a principle account and $370,000 in interest
• Discussion of a potential book mobile for outreach efforts
• Report of a $2,000 active grant for Library State Training
• Approval to hire a Librarian I position as head of youth services
• Planned letter-of-intent to the State in June for main floor renovations

City Council

The City Council will discuss several administrative items, including police promotions and sewer/water main extensions. The body is also reviewing residential license agreements for city-owned properties and a proposal to name a street after VFW Post 149.

• Residential license for 'Chow House' at 125 Mill Plain Road for $1,000 monthly plus CPI
• Request to form an Ad-Hoc committee for the honorary naming of Byron Street for VFW Post 149
• Sewer main extensions at 22 Depalma Lane and Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• Water main extension at Fairfield Ave - Morton Street
• CT DOT Distracted Driving Grant for the Police Department

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2023.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review personnel status and candidate eligibility lists. The body is discussing the removal of candidates from police and tree worker lists and reviewing qualifications for several city positions.

• Removal of candidates from Tree Worker/Climber Operator and Certified Police Officer eligibility lists
• Request for interview in lieu of testing for Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer
• Review of qualifications for Assistant Finance Director-Operations, Fire Captain, and Fire Lieutenant
• Certification of eligibility list for Deputy Fire Marshal
• Personnel updates for Matthew Austin, Meghan Testa, and Abby Lewis

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission is reviewing applications for additions and a dock at 20 Apple Blossom Lane, new buildings and site improvements at 4 Lee Mac Ave., and a subdivision feasibility study at 1 Mariana Farms Dr. The meeting also includes a cease and desist violation for Barnum Road.

• 20 Apple Blossom Lane: Legalize two additions and dock installation
• 4 Lee Mac Ave.: Construction of two new buildings, parking, and storm drainage
• 1 Mariana Farms Dr.: Feasibility of Subdivision
• Barnum Road: Cease & Desist violation

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review contracts and purchase requests for various city departments. Key items include agreements for homeless shelters and equipment for police, fire, and public utilities.

• MOUs with Association of Religious Communities (ARC) for shelters at 41 New Street and 98 Elm Street
• Purchase of six 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicles
• Demolition services at the 98 Elm Street Shelter
• Purchase of Motorola Portable Radio Equipment for the Fire Dept.
• Engineering services for PCB Delineation and Remedial Oversight at Wastewater Treatment Plant Drying Bed #4

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids and purchases for city infrastructure and department equipment. The board will consider items ranging from road improvements to police vehicles.

• Bid #02-20-21-07 for White Street & Locust Avenue Intersection Improvements
• Bid #02-21-22-03 for custodial services at 98 Elm Street Shelter
• Purchase of four 2023 Ford Explorer 4DR 4X4 XLT vehicles for the Police Dept.
• Behavioral Health Training for the Fire Dept.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change the conditions of a previously granted special exception for Brookview Commons Phase II. The commission will also review minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing: Brookview Commons LLC request to change conditions of approval for 333 Main Street (SE #767)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to discuss a single item regarding the Public Buildings Dept. This item concerns the emergency replacement of a roof on Public Works Equipment Maintenance Building #4.

• Emergency Replacement of Roof on Public Works Equipment Maintenance Building #4

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 26, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2023.

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is meeting to discuss several property applications and a city bridge project. The body will review requests for legalizing additions and a subdivision feasibility study, alongside a bridge rehabilitation project.

• 20 Apple Blossom Lane: Request to legalize two completed additions and a dock installation
• 4 Lee Mac Ave: Construction of two new buildings, parking, and storm drainage
• Franklin Street Extension Bridge: Rehabilitation or replacement of bridge over Mercer’s Pond Brook
• 1 Mariana Farms Dr: Feasibility of subdivision
• Barnum Road: Cease & Desist violation

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards will meet to consider several procurement items for city departments. The agenda focuses on equipment installations, facility repairs, and technology purchases.

• Warning system equipment for two Special Service Vehicles (Dept. of Emergency Management)
• Door replacements at Beaver Brook Administration Building (Public Buildings Dept.)
• Emergency boiler replacement at Engine 26 (Fire Dept.)
• 2023 Hydropneumatic Tank Inspections (Public Utilities Dept.)
• 10 ruggedized tablets with keyboards for the Police Dept. (IT Dept.)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed regulation amendments. The body is discussing changes to location approval authorities for auto sales and the addition of mixed-use hotel-to-apartment conversions as a permitted use.

• Petition by Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to add "Hotel to apartment house, mixed-use" as a permitted use in the CA-80 Zone
• Petition by Planning Director Sharon B. Calitro to change the issuing authority for Certificate of Location Approval for automobile and truck sales in the IL-40 Zone
• Proposed amendment to permit fee language for Location Approvals
• New business regarding a petition by Danbury Mall LLC at 7 Backus Avenue for a zone change from CG-20 to MURM (Mixed Use Regional Mall)

Cultural Commission

The Commission voted to allocate $10,000 to support the Danbury Music Centre's 2023-24 concert season. Members also discussed a preliminary report regarding the $60,000 estimated cost for Federermural preservation.

• $10,000 allocation to Danbury Music Centre 2023-24, 88th Concert Season
• Estimated $60,000 cost for Federermural preservation treatment
• Review of preliminary report from Nikolaus Fine Art Conservation, LLC
• Discussion regarding the need for at least three bids for mural projects

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to consider a request to name the press box at Rogers Park. The meeting includes representatives from Parks & Recreation and the petitioner, D.A.Y.O.

• Request to name Rogers Park press box

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review several departmental contracts and service agreements. Items include infrastructure repairs, software licensing, and professional consulting services.

• Design Build Retrofit Rooftop Mechanical Equipment at the Danbury Police Dept. via Johnson Controls, Inc.
• Roof replacements for the Carriage House and Greenhouse at Tarrywile Park
• Paving of North Nabby and Forty Acre Mountain Roads
• Annual renewal of Google Workspace Enterprise Standard License & Support for the IT Dept.
• ARPA Financial Consulting Services for the Finance Dept.

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to review new hires, promotions, and retirements. The body will also certify eligibility lists for several positions and review applicant qualifications for various city roles.

• Promotions: Michael Weaver and David Josefson to Police Sgt, Amanda Gilbertie to Librarian II
• Certification of Eligibility Lists for Staff Engineer, Mechanic, and Police Lieutenant
• Review of qualifications for Plumbing HVAC Inspector, Senior Project Leader, and Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer
• Review of qualifications for Account Clerk II-Tax Collector and Grant Compliance Coordinator
• Removal of candidates from the Certified Police Officer Eligibility List

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will meet to review the September 2023 budget and balance sheet. The body will discuss fundraising and LoCIP projects, specifically trail work.

• Review of September 2023 Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet
• Discussion of fundraising via sponsorships, grants, and events
• Update on LoCIP projects regarding trail work

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review reports from the business manager, golf professional, and finance committee. The body will discuss old business regarding the Richter House status, budget, capital expenditures, and a cell tower.

• Budget discussions
• Capital expenditures
• Richter House status
• Cell Tower
• End of year holiday party/bonus

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially act on special exception and site plan approvals for two self-storage facilities. The body will also review referrals for zoning amendments and city leases, and process new applications for petroleum distribution and floodplain permits.

• Special Exception/Site Plan Approval for Putnam Three Self Storage at 7 Great Pasture Road
• Special Exception/Site Plan Approval for SafStor at 94 Sandpit Road
• Petition to allow hotel conversion as a permitted use in the CA-80 Zone
• Referrals for Health & Human Services leases at 41 New Street and 98 Elm Street
• Application for petroleum distribution, storage, and office at 82 Payne Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two property requests. The board is considering an addition to a building and a reduction of yard setbacks for a new deck.

• Public hearing #23-18: Expand approved addition by approx. 300 sq. ft. per floor at 7 & 9 Thorpe St.
• Public hearing #23-21: Reduce side yard setback to 8' and rear yard setback to 3' for a new deck at 5 Shady Knolls

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is reviewing a proposal for two new buildings and site improvements at 4 Lee Mac Ave. The body is also considering applications for a deck at 28 Driftwood Rd. and a subdivision feasibility study at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.

• 4 Lee Mac Ave.: Construction of two new buildings, parking, and storm drainage
• 28 Driftwood Rd.: Removal of existing decks and construction of a new deck
• 1 Mariana Farms Dr.: Feasibility of Subdivision
• Barnum Road: Cease & Desist violation

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to discuss and decide on several maintenance and equipment contracts. The items focus on repairs for public buildings and public utilities infrastructure.

• Repairs to three boilers at Danbury High School
• Water Treatment Plant Operations Building elevator repair
• 2023 Annual Public Utilities Dam Inspections
• Purchase of two replacement Flygt submersible pumps

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a petition from Danbury Mall LLC. The proposal seeks to create a new Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District and amend existing zoning regulations.

• Petition of Danbury Mall LLC to create a New Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District and amend Sections 2, 3.F.2, 5.I, and 8.E.4.A of the Zoning Regulations

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will discuss procedures for setting up hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 restrictions. The agenda also includes updates on handicap parking, social media, and on-demand transportation.

• Discussion on procedure for setting up Hybrid Meetings
• Update on Handicap Parking
• Social media update regarding Facebook and Twitter
• On Demand Transportation open item discussion
• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners

City Council

The Margerie Reservoir Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and review responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The body intends to approve an RFP response and discuss the project timeline and milestones.

• Review and approval of RFP responses
• Discussion of project timeline and milestones

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Cell Tower Committee will meet to discuss and provide updates on the cell tower project. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Discussion and update on the Cell Tower project

City Council

The City Council is reviewing personnel appointments, grant programs, and budget requests. The body decided on funding for a municipal employees union agreement and an additional appropriation for the Ambulance Fund.

• Approval of collective bargaining agreement with Danbury Municipal Employees Association (July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026)
• Appropriation of $584,419 for the Ambulance Fund's 2021-2022 budget
• Request for $3,044,808 drawdown from the educational reserve for Danbury Public Schools
• Contract for services with Hoyle, Tanner & Assoc. (HTA) for Airport Obstruction Removal EA Grant
• Sidewalk easement at 32 Germantown Road

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for October 4, 2023, has been cancelled.

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids for city equipment and services. The agenda includes purchases for the police, fire, and public utilities departments, as well as building maintenance.

• Purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD for Public Utilities Dept.
• Annual Burner Maintenance for Public Buildings (Bid #09-23-24-02)
• Body cameras, in-car cameras, and tasers for Police Dept.
• OEM Pierce parts and SCBA equipment for Fire Dept.
• Emergency boiler replacement at Engine 26 for Fire Dept.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is continuing public hearings for two self-storage facilities and considering a change of use for a restaurant. The body will also review new applications for industrial uses and floodplain permits.

• Continuation of public hearings for self-storage at 7 Great Pasture Road and 94 Sandpit Road
• Possible action on change of use to a Wing Stop fast food restaurant at 56 Newtown Road
• New application for warehouse and construction equipment storage at 4 Lee Mac Avenue
• Revised floodplain permit application for Danbury Square Mall at 15-19 Backus Avenue
• Referral to amend zoning regulations to allow hotel conversions in the CA-80 Zone

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to lease the Danbury Support Center at 41 New Street to the Association of Religious Communities (ARC) for use as a homeless shelter. The body is also considering a request to assess workforce planning and the Civil Service hiring process.

• Proposed lease of 41 New Street to Association of Religious Communities for $1.00 per month
• Recommendation for a one-year contract extension for independent auditors RSM US LLP
• Resolution regarding Public Safety Fees for Cultural Events, Activities and Festivals
• FY23 Emergency Management Performance Grant Application for CT Dept. of Emergency Services and Public Protection
• Donations of cameras and devices from CityCenter and the Danbury Housing Authority

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for four applications seeking exceptions to city zoning regulations. These requests include changes to yard setbacks, building expansions, and parking requirements.

• 221 Great Plain Rd.: request to reduce front yard setback from 50’ to 11’ for a new detached garage
• 7 & 9 Thorpe St.: request to expand a previously approved rear addition by approx. 300 sq. ft. per floor
• 21 Finance Dr.: request for front yard parking, elimination of landscape island, and reduced perimeter planting strip depth
• 27 Augusta Dr.: request for front yard parking, elimination of landscape island, and reduced perimeter planting strip depth

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss a donation of cameras and devices from CityCenter. The meeting includes representatives from the police department and emergency management.

• Donation of cameras and devices from CityCenter

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding land use and environmental impacts. The agenda includes reviews of residential construction and infrastructure repairs.

• New deck construction at 28 Driftwood Rd.
• Storm drainage repairs at 100 Aunt Hack Rd. (Richter Golf Course)
• Code-complying septic systems at 76 West Redding Rd.
• Subdivision feasibility at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.
• Cease & Desist violation at Barnum Road

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to discuss and decide on several city contracts. These items include emergency repairs for schools and fire services, as well as IT and administrative services.

• Steam repair in tunnel at Danbury High School
• Boiler repairs at Rogers Park School and the Magnet School
• Emergency replacement of boiler at Engine 26
• Emergency installation of four insertion valves on Hospital Avenue
• Pictometry GIS Imagery & Changefinder Service for the IT Dept.

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a petition from Danbury Mall LLC. The proposal involves creating a new Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District and making associated amendments to zoning regulations.

• Petition of Danbury Mall LLC to create a New Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District

Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for September 26, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2023.

Cultural Commission

The Commission will review a grant request from the Richter Association for the Arts for their 2024 performance and artistic season. The meeting also includes updates on the City Poet Laureate selection process and the Federer mural preservation project.

• Grant request: $10,000 for Richter Association for the Arts '2024 Performance and Artistic Season'
• Review of Danbury Cultural Commission Recognition Award document
• Update on two applications received for the City Poet Laureate position
• Report on Federer mural preservation meeting with Yale University representative

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review the qualifications of applicants for specific city positions. The body will also acknowledge the creation of a new Grant Compliance Coordinator position.

• Review of applicant qualifications for Deputy Fire Marshal
• Review of applicant qualifications for Mechanic
• Acknowledgement of new Grant Compliance Coordinator position

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings for a restaurant use change and two self-storage facilities. The body is also reviewing petitions to amend zoning regulations regarding hotel conversions and automobile sales permits.

• Public hearing for Wing Stop change of use at 56 Newtown Road
• Continued hearing for Putnam Three Self Storage at 7 Great Pasture Road
• Continued hearing for SafStor self-storage at 94 Sandpit Road
• Petition to change Certificate of Location Approval authority for auto/truck sales in IL-40 Zone
• Petition to add Hotel Conversion as a permitted use in the CA-80 Zone

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will meet to discuss financial reports and the draft operating budget for FY23/24. The body will also review ongoing projects related to trails, forestry, and fundraising.

• FY23/24 Draft Operating Budget
• Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for August 2023
• LoCIP projects
• Trail work and forestry report

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review operational reports and conduct a budget discussion. The body will also address the status of the Richter House and committee assignments.

• Budget discussion
• Richter House status
• Committee assignments
• Financial Report

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding land use and environmental compliance. The body will review a new application for storm drainage repairs and two ongoing projects.

• New business: Storm drainage repairs at 100 Aunt Hack Rd. (Richter Golf Course)
• Old business: Code-complying septic systems at 76 West Redding Rd.
• Old business: Subdivision feasibility at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.
• Violation: Cease & Desist order for Barnum Road

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider several procurement items for city departments. These include emergency repairs, vehicle replacements, and software subscriptions.

• Purchase of new Pierce Pumper for the Fire Dept.
• Emergency road pavement repair at Main and North Streets
• Emergency chiller repairs at Mill Ridge Elementary School
• Installation of a fence at Rogers Park Softball Field #3
• Peterbilt Truck Long Block Engine Replacement for Equipment Maintenance Dept.

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities will discuss procedures for setting up hybrid meetings due to COVID-19 restrictions. The body will also address the recruitment of two regular members and three alternates.

• Discussion on hybrid meeting setup procedures
• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners
• Update on handicap parking
• Ongoing discussion regarding on-demand transportation

The commission voted to accept the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting with all members in favor. The meeting continued to be held via Zoom because of COVID-19 restrictions. No other substantive actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Accepted June 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings on two regulation amendments. These include a proposal to create a new zoning district for the Danbury Mall and a change in who issues location approvals for motor vehicle dealers.

• Public hearing: Petition by Danbury Mall LLC to create a New Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District
• Public hearing: Petition to change issuing authority for Motor Vehicle Dealers & Repairers licenses from Zoning Commission to Zoning Enforcement Officer
• New business: Petition to amend permit fee language and location approval authority for automobile and truck sales in the IL-40 Zone
• New business: Petition by Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to allow Hotel Conversion as a permitted use in the CA-80 Zone

The commission unanimously accepted the August 22, 2023 minutes and clarified the vote record for the July 25, 2023 minutes. It then voted to close the public hearing on the petition to amend the issuing authority for motor‑vehicle dealer certificates of location. The same item was moved to the Old Business section of the agenda. No vote was recorded on the Danbury Mall mixed‑use regional mall petition.

• Accepted August 22, 2023 minutes (unanimous voice vote, 8 ayes)
• Clarified July 25, 2023 minutes vote (unanimous voice vote, 8 ayes)
• Closed public hearing on motor‑vehicle dealer petition (unanimous voice vote, 8 ayes)
• Moved motor‑vehicle dealer petition to Old Business (unanimous voice vote, 8 ayes)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to review the qualifications of applicants for several roles, including Police Lieutenant and Assistant Director of Finance. The body will also certify eligibility lists for multiple positions and process requests for removal from eligibility lists.

• New hires: Luz Ventura-Mena (Police Officer), Kimberly Anderson (Clerk Typist II), Socorro Lux (Payroll Supervisor)
• Promotion: Shawn Dvaz to Tax Coordinator
• Qualification reviews for Police Lieutenant, Assistant Director of Finance – Operations, Engineer I, Staff Engineer, and Librarian II
• Certification of eligibility lists for Elderly Services Program Coordinator, Fleet Vehicle Mechanic, Sanitarian, and Certified Police Officer
• Removal requests from eligibility lists for Sean Spencer (Firefighter) and Terrance Sweeney (Tree Worker/Operator)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority is holding a special meeting to conduct an RPA election. The meeting includes an executive session.

• RPA Election
• Executive Session

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including the reallocation of ARPA funds for equipment and property. The body is also considering agreements for emergency sheltering at the Danbury Ice Arena and boat dock access for the Candlewood Lake Authority.

• ARPA fund reallocations for a Mobile Operations Command Vehicle, cardiac monitors, and property at 98 Elm Street
• MOU with DP110, LLC to use Danbury Ice Arena at 1 Independence Way as an emergency shelter
• MOU with Candlewood Lake Authority for complimentary patrol boat dock space from April 1 to October 31
• Ambulance bundle billing agreements with fees of $300 for ALS level 1 and $400 for ALS level 2 services
• Appointments to the Zoning Commission for Bruce Bennett and Robert Botelho

The City Council approved a $6.9 million grant for a city-wide fiber optic trunk cable project and allocated up to $100,000 for outside counsel to complete the 2022-2023 school audit. The council also approved several grant applications for homeless services and library programs, and confirmed two police sergeant promotions.

• Approved $6.9M WestCOG grant for fiber optic trunk cable project (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $100,000 for outside counsel to complete 2022-2023 school audit (Unanimous)
• Approved $540,000 CT DOH homeless shelter grant application (15-4)
• Approved promotion of David Josefson and Michael Weaver to Police Sergeant (Unanimous)
• Approved $1.917M ARPA reallocation of funds (Unanimous)
• Approved LOTCIP funds for traffic signal improvement projects (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Library Board (Unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of O&G Industries donation for Rogers Park fencing (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids and contracts for various city departments. The agenda includes infrastructure projects, equipment maintenance, and IT services.

• Citywide Sidewalk Projects
• Main Playground Structure installation at Great Plain School
• Mobile Communications Equipment for 4 new ambulances
• Annual Temperature Control Equipment Maintenance for school buildings
• Network Vulnerability Assessment & Social Engineering Services

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several service contracts and equipment purchases. Key awards include school building maintenance, a new playground structure at Great Plain School, and citywide sidewalk projects.

• Awarded Lake Kenosia Commission consulting to Edward Siergiej at $45.00/hour (Unanimous)
• Awarded $70,165.58 ambulance communications equipment to Marcus Communications (Unanimous)
• Awarded $261,132.96 school temperature control maintenance to Honeywell as sole source (Unanimous)
• Awarded $99,098.50 citywide sidewalk projects to Reliable Excavating Co., Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded $211,353.52 Great Plain School playground structure to Childscapes as sole source (Unanimous)
• Awarded $34,460.00 network vulnerability services to Computer Integrated Services (Unanimous)
• Awarded $17,058.50 CivicClerk annual fees to CivicPlus as sole source (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several site plans and floodplain permits for commercial developments. The body will hold a public hearing for a new self-storage facility and discuss a fast food restaurant permit.

• Public hearing for Safstor self-storage at 94 Sandpit Road
• Revised Floodplain Permit for fast food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue
• Zoning regulation amendment petition from Danbury Mall LLC for a Mixed-Use Regional Mall District
• Floodplain Permit application for 23-27 & 33-37 Rose Street
• Revised Floodplain Permit for 43 & 47-49 West Street and 3-5 Montgomery Street

The Commission gave a positive recommendation to create a Mixed Use Regional Mall (MURM) District to allow for redevelopment and housing at the Danbury Fair Mall. A floodplain permit for a fast food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road was approved. Two other self-storage applications were continued to future meetings.

• Approved revised floodplain permit for fast food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of new Mixed Use Regional Mall zoning district for Danbury Mall (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for self-storage application at 94 Sandpit Road (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for self-storage application at 7 Great Pasture Road (4-0)
• Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider several procurement items and engineering services. The agenda includes equipment for emergency management and multiple infrastructure projects for the Public Utilities Department.

• Purchase of four 2026 Wheeled Coach City Medic 148 Ambulances
• Engineering services for 2024 Water Supply Plan and Comprehensive Water Service Plan
• Emergency road pavement repair for water main break at Main and North Streets
• Replacement of hydraulic elevator cylinder at Danbury High School 'E' Building
• Engineering services for West Lake and Margerie Water Treatment Plants

The Board of Awards approved several procurement requests, including new ambulances and emergency vehicles funded by ARPA. The board also authorized multiple engineering contracts for water utility services and landfill environmental work.

• Approved $996,600 for four 2026 Wheeled Coach ambulances from Greenwood Emergency Vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $21,552.07 per vehicle for mobile communications equipment from Marcus Communications (unanimous)
• Approved $64,500 for hydraulic elevator cylinder replacement at Danbury High School from Kone Elevator (unanimous)
• Approved $149,000 for 2024 Water Supply and Comprehensive Water Service Plan from WSP USA, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $97,125 for landfill environmental services from WSP USA, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $115,000 for lead service line inventory and LCR compliance from GHD, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 total for SCADA maintenance, plant rehabilitation, and operations consulting from GHD, Inc. (unanimous)
• Declared emergency for pavement repair at Main and North Streets to waive formal bidding (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Commission will consider several community grant requests for musical performances and museum access. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the feasibility of restoring an historic mural at 256 Main Street.

• Grant request: $1,000 for 'AJourney: A Musical One-Woman Show' by Kimberly Wilson
• Grant request: $500 for Alan Raph's annual Pre-Halloween concert
• Grant request: $7,108.00 for Danbury Museum and Historical Society Authority tours
• Motion regarding feasibility research for restoring an historic mural at 256 Main Street
• Discussion of Poet Laureate applications due by September 15, 2023

The Commission approved funding for the Danbury Museum's Equitable Access Tours, a pre-Halloween concert, and the 'A Journey' program. It also approved updated rules for 'Designs for Danbury' and funding for sidewalk chalk.

• Approved $7,108 for Danbury Museum Equitable Access Tours (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 for Parent Leadership 'A Journey' program (Unanimous)
• Approved $500 for Pre-Halloween Concert (Unanimous)
• Approved updated rules draft for Designs for Danbury (Unanimous)
• Approved $60 for sidewalk chalk for September 30 event (Unanimous)
• Approved allocation of CT Humanities and CT Supporting Arts grants per Coordinator's formula (Unanimous)
• Tabled proposal for a recognition program for positive artistic planning
• Accepted July meeting minutes (Voice vote; 3 abstentions)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss one item of new business. The body will consider the reversal of an application rejection for the Assistant Building Inspector/Plan reviewer position.

• Reversal of application rejection for Assistant Building Inspector/Plan reviewer

The Civil Service Commission voted to reverse the rejection of one applicant for the Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer position. The commission determined the applicant meets the requirements and allowed a department head interview to replace testing.

• Reversed rejection of applicant 54628492 for Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider two requests for zoning variances. These requests involve modifications to setbacks and building expansions.

• 16 Marion St.: Request to reduce front yard setback from 30’ to 23’ and side-yard setback from 15’ to 9’ for a deck, porch, and entry way expansion
• 7 & 9 Thorpe St.: Request to expand a previously approved addition in the rear of the building

The board held public hearings for two residential variance requests. No final decisions on the applications were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Approved minutes from August 10, 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to accept previous minutes and review personnel status. The body will discuss the qualifications of applicants for several city positions and certify an eligibility list.

• New hire approvals for seven firefighters and two police officers
• Promotion of James Antonelli to Police Lieutenant
• Qualification reviews for Plumbing HVAC Inspector, Sanitarian, Tax Coordinator, Assistant Building Inspector, and Fleet Vehicle Mechanic
• Certification of Eligibility List for Environmental Compliance Inspector
• Request to remove candidates for Senior Project Leader

The Commission approved the hiring of seven firefighters and two police officers, along with one police lieutenant promotion. Members voted on the qualification of applicants for several municipal roles and certified an eligibility list for Environmental Compliance Inspector.

• Approved new hires for 7 Firefighters and 2 Police Officers
• Approved promotion of James Antonelli to Police Lieutenant
• Accepted 5 and rejected 4 applications for Sanitarian
• Accepted 6 and rejected 1 application for Fleet Mechanic
• Rejected all 11 applications for Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer
• Accepted applicant 31861171 for Tax Coordinator with interview in lieu of testing
• Rejected all 3 applications for Plumbing HVAC Inspector
• Certified Environmental Compliance Inspector Eligibility list (expires Aug 23, 2024)

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss old business regarding four specific property applications. The agenda also includes a cease and desist violation on Barnum Road.

• Proposed addition at 16 Marion St. (#1199)
• Proposed addition and grading at 43 Moody Ln. (#1200)
• Code-complying septic systems at 76 West Redding Rd. (#1198)
• Feasibility of Subdivision at 1 Mariana Farms Dr. (#1188)
• Cease & Desist violation at Barnum Road

The commission approved summary rulings for two proposed home additions. Two other applications were tabled pending further information from legal counsel and the health inspector.

• Approved summary ruling with 5 conditions for 16 Marion St. (5-0)
• Approved summary ruling with 6 conditions for 43 Moody Ln. (5-0)
• Tabled application for 76 West Redding Rd. pending information from Corporation Counsel (6-0)
• Tabled application for 1 Mariana Farms Dr. for more information (6-0)
• Accepted minutes of August 9, 2023 (5-0)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will discuss a special permit request for a café liquor license at the Danbury Mall. The body will also hold an election for Vice-Chairman.

• Special Permit for Café Liquor License at 7 Backus Avenue (Danbury Mall LLC/Round One Entertainment Inc.)
• Nomination and Election of Vice-Chairman

The Commission approved a Special Permit for a Café Liquor License at the Danbury Mall with three specific conditions regarding consumption, security, and service hours. Additionally, the Commission elected a new Vice-Chairman.

• Approved Special Permit for Café Liquor License for Round One Entertainment Inc. at 7 Backus Avenue with three conditions: no off-site consumption, compliance with police security recommendations, and liquor sales ending at midnight (8-1)
• Approved revised August 8, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Elected Rick P. Jowdy as Vice-Chairman (8-0)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Master Plan Committee is meeting to discuss the Master Plan and Richter House renovations. The body will review priorities for 2023-24 and provide recommendations to the Richter Park Authority.

• Richter House renovations
• Benches for hiking trails
• Hiking trails entrance update
• Richter House grounds post renovation signage
• Master Plan priorities for 2023-24

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is continuing a public hearing for a self-storage facility. The body will also review referrals regarding a sidewalk easement and zoning regulation amendments.

• Continuation of public hearing for Putnam Three Self Storage at 7 Great Pasture Road
• Referral for sidewalk easement at 32 Germantown Road
• Proposed zoning amendment to change issuing authority for motor vehicle dealer licenses
• Application for SafStor self-storage at 94 Sandpit Road (hearing scheduled for Sept 20)
• Withdrawal of application for 'The Legacy On Main' at 30 & 34 Main Street

The Commission issued positive recommendations for a sidewalk easement and a zoning regulation amendment to comply with state law. A public hearing for a self-storage facility was continued, and one application was withdrawn.

• Approved June 21, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Withdrawn: Tower Investment Group LLP application for 'The Legacy On Main' at 30 & 34 Main Street
• Continued public hearing for Putnam Three Self Storage at 7 Great Pasture Road (5-0)
• Positive recommendation for sidewalk easement at 32 Germantown Road (5-0)
• Positive recommendation to amend zoning regulations for motor vehicle dealer license issuing authority (5-0)

City Council

The Margerie Reservoir Trail Advisory Committee discussed the design and planning phase of a proposed 1.5-mile walking path. The body reviewed a $483,000 grant for this phase and discussed the process for securing wetland delineation services.

• Review of $483,000 grant for the Design and Planning Phase
• Presentation of a draft RFP for Wetland Delineation Services
• Discussion of a proposed 1.5-mile trail length
• Proposal to use the existing dog park parking lot for trail parking

The Margerie Reservoir Trail Advisory Committee decided to split the request for proposals (RFP) into two phases. The first phase combines wetlands and survey work, followed by a comprehensive RFP for engineering design services.

• Approved amended meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved two-phase RFP process for wetlands, survey, and engineering design (unanimous)
• Scheduled regular meeting for October 10, 2023, and backup meeting for October 17, 2023

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will review financial reports and minutes from July 18, 2023. The body will discuss fundraising and LoCIP trail work projects, as well as a part-time vacation policy.

• LoCIP trail work projects
• Part-time vacation policy
• Fundraising sponsorships, grants, and events
• Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for July 2023

The Authority approved the amended minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting and the April 2023 financial reports. Members discussed fundraising efforts, including a planned fall trail ride and an upcoming Cannondale work day.

• Approved amended April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 financial reports (unanimous)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review operational reports and old business regarding the Richter House. The body will also discuss the Nominating Committee and a special meeting for elections.

• Richter House update
• Nominating Committee discussion
• Special meeting for elections

The Authority waived 2023 rent and master plan fees for the Richter Arts Association and Musicals at Richter. The board also approved the employee health insurance proposal and a new electric rate.

• Approved minutes from July meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted employee health insurance proposal (unanimous)
• Placed financial report on file (unanimous)
• Waived 2023 rent and master plan fees for Arts and Musicals (passed)
• Accepted new proposed electric rate of approximately 10.7 cents (passed)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider several city contracts and purchases. These include school playground improvements, vehicle acquisitions, and utility repairs.

• Replacement of playground turf safety surfacing at Ellsworth Avenue Elementary School
• Renovation/construction of BCI Burke playscape structures at Mill Ridge School and Hatters Park
• Purchase of a new 2023 Ford Escape SE AWD vehicle for the Highway Dept.
• Assignment of delinquent real property tax liens (Bid #07-23-24-02)
• Replacement of Flygt submersible pump at the Backus Avenue Pump Station

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several contracts for school playground upgrades, a highway vehicle, a utility pump, and cellular services. The board also awarded a bid for the assignment of delinquent real property tax liens to FIG Capital Investments, LLC.

• Approved $63,830.75 contract to Childscapes for Ellsworth Avenue Elementary playground turf (Unanimous)
• Approved $248,056.99 contract to Childscapes for Mill Ridge School and Hatters Park playscapes (Unanimous)
• Approved $31,598.30 purchase of 2023 Ford Escape SE AWD from Gengras Ford (Unanimous)
• Awarded delinquent real property tax lien bid to FIG Capital Investments, LLC for $621,880.49 (Unanimous)
• Approved $24,943.20 plus estimated $500 freight for Flygt submersible pump from Veolia Water (Unanimous)
• Approved cellular service extension with AT&T Mobility for public safety vehicle modems (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for four property owners seeking variances. These requests involve reducing yard setbacks for additions and new dwellings or extending an accessory structure.

• 70 Carol St.: request to reduce front-yard setback to 26’ and side-yard setback to 5’
• 24 Hillandale Rd.: request to reduce front-yard setback to 38’ and side-yard setback to 10’
• 45 Alan Rd.: request to reduce side-yard setback to 12.4’ and 10.5’
• 9 Long Ridge Rd.: request to extend accessory structure 352 sq. ft. for a barn overhang

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two applications for setback variances to allow for a home addition and the construction of a new dwelling. A third application regarding a home addition was discussed but the provided record ends before a decision was reached.

• Approved Application No. 23-11 (70 Carol St.) to reduce front-yard setback from 30’ to 26’ and side-yard setback from 15’ to 5’ (4-0)
• Approved Application No. 23-12 (24 Hillandale Rd.) to reduce front-yard setback from 40’ to 38’ and side-yard setback from 25’ to 10’ (4-0)
• Approved lot coverage adjustment for 24 Hillandale Rd. from 15% to 16.1% (4-0)
• Accepted minutes of June 22, 2023 (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The commission is meeting to review new personnel hires and evaluate applicant qualifications for several city positions. The body will also address the certification of an eligibility list and the job description for a Deputy Fire Marshal.

• New hires: Nairoby Pena and John Poplaski (Police Officer), John Kleinhans (Assistant Director of Finance Budget & Grants)
• Review of qualifications for Environmental Compliance Inspector, Elderly Services Program Coordinator, and Building Official
• Certification of eligibility list for Senior Project Leader
• Approval of Deputy Fire Marshal job description
• Posting and announcement of open competitive examination for Deputy Fire Marshal

The Commission approved the job description and open competitive examination for the Deputy Fire Marshal position. Members also qualified applicants for several roles and certified the Senior Project Leader eligibility list.

• Approved Deputy Fire Marshal job description for internal and external candidates (Unanimous)
• Approved posting and announcement of Open Competitive Examination for Deputy Fire Marshal (Unanimous)
• Accepted 11 and rejected 15 applications for Elderly Services Program Coordinator (Unanimous)
• Accepted 7 and rejected 3 applications for Environmental Compliance Inspector (Unanimous)
• Accepted applicant 54441861 for Building Official with Mayor's interview in lieu of testing (Unanimous)
• Certified Senior Project Leader Eligibility list with expiration date of August 9, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Accepted meeting minutes from July 31 and August 3, 2023 (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids and purchases for various city departments. Items include new vehicles for the police and highway departments, IT software and hardware, and professional consulting services.

• Purchase of 7 new 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicles
• Purchase of 2 new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD Double Cab Vehicles for Highway Dept.
• Purchase of 55 Microsoft Office 2021 Plus Perpetual Licenses and new Dell computers
• Behavioral consulting and psychologist services for Police Dept. sworn officers
• ARPA consulting services for the Finance Dept.

The Board of Awards unanimously approved multiple procurement requests for city departments. Key actions included purchasing police and highway vehicles, renewing IT software licenses, and extending professional service contracts for the police and finance departments.

• Approved $304,052 for seven 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicles from MHQ, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $95,231.48 for two 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles from National Auto Fleet Group (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 (not to exceed) for ARPA Consulting Services from PKF O’Connor Davies (unanimous)
• Approved $84,500 for engineering and air compliance support from TRC Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved $24,072 for VMWARE software maintenance from GovConnection, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $21,775.75 for 55 Microsoft Office 2021 licenses from Dell Marketing (unanimous)
• Approved $17,609.30 for Dell computers and monitors from Dell Marketing (unanimous)
• Extended contracts for behavioral consulting (Dr. Edward Keane) and psychologist wellness checks (Dr. K. David Schultz and Dr. Vincent Franco) (unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is meeting to discuss new and old business regarding residential additions, grading, and subdivision feasibility. The body will also address a cease and desist violation on Barnum Road.

• Proposed addition at 16 Marion St.
• Proposed addition and grading at 43 Moody Ln.
• Code-complying septic systems at 76 West Redding Rd.
• Subdivision feasibility at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.
• Construction of a single-family dwelling at 8 Pocono Point Rd. and proposed addition at 70 Carol St.

The commission approved summary rulings with five conditions for two residential projects. Several other applications were tabled pending further information or reports.

• Approved summary ruling with 5 conditions for 8 Pocono Point Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved summary ruling with 5 conditions for 70 Carol St. (unanimous)
• Tabled 16 Marion St. pending Zoning Department setback confirmation (unanimous)
• Tabled 43 Moody Ln. for project impact report (unanimous)
• Tabled 76 West Redding Rd. due to absence of applicant (unanimous)
• Tabled 1 Mariana Farms Dr. for more information (unanimous)
• Accepted July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings regarding special permits for liquor licenses at two locations. The body will also consider a petition to create a new Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District.

• Special Permit for Restaurant Liquor License: The Ritual Kitchen & Bar at 53 Lake Avenue Extension
• Special Permit for Café Liquor License: Round One Entertainment Inc. at 7 Backus Avenue
• Petition by Danbury Mall LLC to amend zoning regulations for a New Mixed-Use Regional Mall Zoning District
• Nomination and election of Vice-Chairman

The Commission approved a special permit for a restaurant liquor license at 53 Lake Avenue Extension. A separate public hearing continued regarding security procedures for a proposed café liquor license at the Danbury Mall, but no vote was taken.

• Approved special permit for Restaurant Liquor License at 53 Lake Avenue Extension (6-0)
• Accepted June 27, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted July 25, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Closed public hearing for Round One Entertainment Inc. liquor license (7-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to address new business. The body will consider the certification of the eligibility list for the Assistant Finance Director - Budget and Grants position.

• Certification of Eligibility List for Assistant Finance Director - Budget and Grants

The Commission met via videoconference to certify the eligibility list for the Assistant Director of Finance – Budget & Grants. The list is set to expire on August 3, 2024.

• Certified Assistant Director of Finance – Budget & Grants Eligibility list (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review and potentially award contracts for various city projects. These include building improvements, demolition services, and equipment purchases for multiple city departments.

• Demolition design and hazardous materials inspection for 98 Elm Street Shelter
• Construction inspection for Downtown Danbury Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Streetscape Renaissance Project, Phase I
• Rental vehicles for Police Dept. Special Investigations Division and Community Conditions Unit
• Security guard services for City Hall
• Annual HVAC and building automation service agreements for school buildings

The Board of Awards approved multiple contracts for city infrastructure, school maintenance, and departmental equipment. The largest award was granted for building improvements, while other decisions focused on on-call services and state contract purchases.

• Approved $1,933,457.00 bid for Richter House Improvements to J.A. Rosa Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $43,075.00 for 98 Elm Street Shelter demolition services to Eagle Environmental (unanimous)
• Approved $30,984.00 for TOD Streetscape Renaissance Project inspections to Martinez, Couch & Associates (unanimous)
• Approved $25,693.40 for Magnet School ground water treatment system work to AES Remedial Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved estimated $30,000.00 annual rental for Police Dept. unmarked vehicles to Enterprise Holdings (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of catch basin tops to Connecticut Precast and United Concrete (unanimous)
• Approved $21,359.00 for pipe and fittings to Jack Farrelly Company (unanimous)
• Approved $85,000.00 estimated security services for City Hall to Allied Universal Security (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for August 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2023.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a contract with Hoyle, Tanner & Assoc. (HTA) for an environmental analysis regarding obstruction removal at Danbury Municipal Airport. The project is primarily funded by a Federal Aviation Administration grant.

• Contract with Hoyle, Tanner & Assoc. (HTA) totaling $209,320 ($5,233 city share)
• Tax appeal litigation settlement with Danbury Mall, LLC & MS Portfolio LLC
• Authorization for PFAS litigation outside counsel (Ventura Law & Frazer Law, PLC)
• Community Development Block Grant Program (Year 49)
• Honorary street name request for Rev. Bush on Elm Street

The City Council approved a Community Development Block Grant and a collective bargaining agreement for municipal employees. The council also confirmed several police appointments and designated Elm Street as an honorary boulevard.

• Approved nomination of Michael McGetrick to City Council (unanimous)
• Confirmed promotion of James Antonelli to Police Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Officers Pena, Poplaski, Ventura Mena, and Garcia (unanimous)
• Approved funding for Danbury Municipal Employees Association agreement 2023-2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $584,419 additional appropriation for 2021-2022 Ambulance Fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved $583,833 HUD Community Development Block Grant (17-1)
• Designated Elm Street as Reverend Ruben L. Bush Sr. Blvd. (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement for Danbury Mall, LLC & MS Portfolio LLC tax appeals (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to review personnel status and candidate eligibility. The body will consider requests to remove specific candidates from the police, firefighter, and clerk typist lists.

• New hires: Vincenza Genovese (Technology Program Assistant), Paul Maldonao Jr. and Abo Niang (Police Officers)
• Request to remove Juan Orozco from Entry Level Police Officer List
• Request to remove Cameron Priola from Entry Level Firefighter list
• Request to remove John Hoddinott from Clerk Typist II list
• Certification of eligibility lists for Tree Worker Climber and Payroll Supervisor

The Commission voted to remove several candidates from police, firefighter, clerk, and sanitarian eligibility lists. It also certified eligibility lists for Tree Worker Climber/Operator and Payroll Supervisor and reviewed applications for Assistant Director of Finance Budget & Grants.

• Approved removal of Juan Orozco from Entry Level Police Officer list (unanimous)
• Denied request to remove Cameron Priola from Firefighter eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved removal of John Hoddinott from Clerk Typist II list (unanimous)
• Rejected one application and accepted two for Assistant Director of Finance Budget & Grants (unanimous)
• Certified Tree Worker Climber/Operator Eligibility list through July 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Certified Payroll Supervisor Eligibility list through July 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Michelle Laquerre from Sanitarian applicant pool (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request to update the ordinance governing the Danbury Museum & Historical Society Authority. Proposed changes include shifting maintenance expenses and services to the City and changing the budget fiscal year start date to July 1.

• Proposed ordinance change to have City assume museum expenses for utilities, insurance, and maintenance
• Resolution adopted to authorize AT&T agreement for an emergency communication system
• Donation of $5,000 from FirstLight Power Services, LLC for Candlewood Lake boat dock extension
• Referral of water and sewer extension application for 100 Saw Mill Rd to City Engineer and Planning
• Referral of honorary street name request for Elm Street to an Ad Hoc committee

The committee discussed a request from the Danbury Museum & Historical Society Authority to transfer property maintenance and budgetary demands to the City. No funding was allocated, and the committee requested a concrete proposal for a sustainable operating model. The committee voted to continue the matter until further information is provided.

• Voted unanimously to extend the committee subject to the Chair's call for additional information
• Denied request for emergency funds at this time

City Council

The City Council and an Ad Hoc Committee discussed a request for an 18-month time extension for water and sanitary sewer main installations at 100 Saw Mill Road. The Planning Commission and Engineering Division both provided positive recommendations for the renewal.

• Request for 18-month time extension for water and sewer extensions at 100 Saw Mill Road (Tax Assessor Lot No. A17005)
• Resolution for Elderly and Disabled Demand Responsive Transit Service Grant - HART
• Resolution for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant - Health & Human Services
• Resolution for Per Capita 2024 Grant - Health & Human Services

The committee reviewed a request from Dynamics Energy for an 18-month renewal of a sewer and water extension at 100 Saw Mill Road. Despite positive recommendations from the City Engineer and Planning Commission, the committee voted to take no action on the petition.

• Motion to extend permits for 18 months failed (no second)
• Approved motion to take no action on the petition (2-1)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider various bids and service contracts for city departments. Items include infrastructure projects, vehicle acquisitions, and professional services.

• Purchase of two undercover vehicles for the Police Dept.
• Engineering services for South Street Culvert Replacement CTDOT Project #0034-0354
• Architectural services for Richter House improvements
• Installation of chain link fence at 98 Elm Street Shelter
• WestCOG 2023-2024 membership fee for the Office of the Mayor

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several service contracts, including a $57,800 emergency purchase of two undercover police vehicles. Other actions included funding for regional membership fees, equipment rentals, and engineering services for the South Street Culvert project.

• Approved $34,112.00 WestCOG 2023-2024 membership fee (Unanimous)
• Awarded drug and alcohol testing services to CCM for estimated $27,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved unit price bid for Heavy Equipment Rental & Related Trade Labor Services (Unanimous)
• Approved revised fee schedule for The DiSalvo Engineering Group (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,573.75 amendment for Friar Architecture for Richter House improvements (Unanimous)
• Awarded tree services bid to Bart's Tree Service (Unanimous)
• Awarded $39,193.61 engine replacement to Peterbilt of Southern Connecticut as sole source (Unanimous)
• Awarded $57,800.00 purchase of two undercover vehicles to Riley Automotive via emergency waiver (Unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding hearings on requests to change land-use regulations for vehicle repairs and liquor licenses. The body will also discuss a proposal to allow hotel conversions in the CA-80 zone.

• Petition by Black Wolf Properties LLC to allow automobile, truck, and motorcycle repair and limited sales in IL-40 Zone
• Special Permit petition for a Café Liquor License at 7 Backus Avenue (Danbury Mall LLC/Round One Entertainment Inc.)
• Petition by Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to add 'Hotel Conversion' as a permitted use in the CA-80 zone
• Proposed change of issuing authority for Motor Vehicle Dealers & Repairers licenses to the Zoning Enforcement Officer

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. Public hearings were held regarding a petition for automotive sales in the IL-40 Zone and a cafe liquor license at the Danbury Mall, though no final decisions were reached on these petitions.

• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes (9-0)
• Closed public hearing for Black Wolf Properties LLC petition (9-0)
• Moved Black Wolf Properties LLC petition to Old Business (9-0)

Cultural Commission

The Commission will review updates on various community projects, including the Jane Jacobs walking tour and apparel orders. The meeting includes discussions regarding new business for mural restoration and the selection panel for the City Poet Laureate.

• Applications for the Danbury Poet Laureate Selection Panel are open from July 15 through September 15, 2023
• New business discussion regarding mural restoration by E. Moore
• Review of upcoming community events including the Danbury International Festival and San Gennaro Festival
• Updates on the 'inVIEW' project flag motifs running through September 29, 2023
• Information on available grants from the Walmart Community Grant Program and State of CT Summer at the Museum Grants

The Commission approved the June meeting minutes and discussed the Poet Laureate project and the restoration of the Federer mural. No grant requests were acted upon during the meeting.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted Poet Laureate application window from July 15 to September 15, 2023
• Tabled discussion on retractable banners for funded groups

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider various procurement items and service contracts. These include equipment for emergency management, public utility upgrades, and library services.

• Automated Meter Reading System for Public Utilities Dept. (Bid #01-22-23-02)
• Purchase of a new 2023 Chevrolet 3500 4X4 Dump Truck for Public Utilities Dept.
• Engineering services for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit modification
• Security guard services and book purchases for the Public Library
• Installation of mobile radios and warning system equipment for two ambulances

The Board of Awards approved several municipal contracts, including a major water system upgrade and various emergency equipment purchases. Multiple awards were funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and several were designated as sole source contracts.

• Awarded $2.64M Automated Meter Reading System bid to Stiles Company, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $43,685.88 ambulance radio contract to Marcus Communications (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,361.27 per vehicle for warning system equipment to Precision Brakeworks (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,960.00 purchase of 2023 Chevrolet 3500 dump truck from Northwest Hills Chevrolet (Unanimous)
• Approved $95,000.00 estimated security services for Public Library from Allied Universal (Unanimous)
• Approved $80,000.00 estimated book purchases for Public Library from Baker & Taylor (Unanimous)
• Extended medical consulting contract with William Begg III, MD at $1,250.00 per month (Unanimous)
• Awarded sole source IT maintenance contracts to Red Thread ($17,636.67) and Kronos ($50,158.48 total) (Unanimous)

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will meet to discuss the draft operating budget for fiscal year 2023/24. The body will also review financial reports from June 2023 and discuss a part-time vacation policy.

• FY23/24 Draft Operating Budget
• Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for June 2023
• Part-time Vacation Policy
• LoCIP projects
• Trail work

The Authority approved the FY23/24 draft operating budget with amendments regarding staffing and benefits. The board also updated the part-time vacation policy and approved previous meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Approved FY23/24 draft operating budget as amended (unanimous)
• Approved revision to part-time vacation policy adding 5 days after 2 years of service (unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review reports from the business manager, golf professional, and finance committee. The body will also discuss updates regarding the Richter House.

• Richter House update
• Financial Report
• Finance Committee Report
• Grounds and Greens Report

The Authority approved the minutes from the June meeting and placed the financial report on file. No new business was introduced, and no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Placed financial report on file (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to act on a modified redistricting plan following a public hearing. The body will also consider the appointment of a new member to fill a vacancy.

• Proposed appointment of Michael Coelho to fill the vacancy left by Michael Halas
• Modified redistricting plan presented by Dr. Morrison to comply with the Voting Rights Act and Equal Protection Clause
• Public hearing on the modified redistricting plan scheduled for July 17 at 6:00 PM
• Proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Sections 8-1 and 8-2 regarding ward and precinct boundaries

The City Council approved a modified redistricting plan by Dr. Morrison to take effect for the November 2025 election. The plan approved on April 4, 2023, will remain in effect for the November 2023 municipal election. The Council also confirmed the appointment of a new member.

• Confirmed appointment of Michael Coelho to City Council (Unanimous)
• Approved modified redistricting plan for November 2025 election (11-5)
• Denied amendment to hold public hearing on map proposed by Councilmen Chianese and Perkins (11-5)

City Council

The City Council is considering a modified redistricting plan presented by Dr. Morrison to comply with the Voting Rights Act and the Equal Protection Clause. A public hearing is scheduled for July 17, 2023, followed by a special meeting to take final action on the plan.

• Proposed modified redistricting plan to rebalance wards within 7.5%
• Public hearing on redistricting scheduled for July 17, 2023, at 6:00 PM
• Proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Sections 8-1 and 8-2
• Appointment of Jeffrey A. Tomchik to the City Council
• Appointment of Joseph Putnam to the City Council

The City Council conducted a public hearing to discuss a proposed reapportionment plan. No vote was taken to adopt a specific plan during this meeting.

• Closed the public hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is meeting to discuss old business regarding four specific property applications. The commission will also address a cease and desist violation on Barnum Road.

• 76 West Redding Rd.: code-complying septic systems
• 1 Mariana Farms Dr.: feasibility of subdivision
• 8 Pocono Point Rd.: construction of a single-family dwelling
• 70 Carol St.: proposed addition
• Barnum Road: cease and desist violation

The commission tabled four separate applications for residential work and subdivision feasibility to await further reports or information. No projects were approved or denied during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 28, 2023
• Tabled #1198 76 West Redding Rd. septic system upgrades for project impact report
• Tabled #1188 1 Mariana Farms Dr. subdivision feasibility for more information
• Tabled #1195 8 Pocono Point Rd. single-family dwelling construction for project impact report
• Tabled #1197 70 Carol St. proposed addition pending health department info and project impact report

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to review personnel status and handle application appeals. The body will discuss the removal of candidates from police and firefighter eligibility lists and certify the Staff Engineer list.

• Application rejection appeals for Payroll Supervisor position
• Request to remove candidates from Entry Level Police Officer and Certified Police Officer eligibility lists
• Request to remove candidates from Entry Level Firefighter eligibility list
• Review of qualifications for Assistant Building Inspector / Plan Reviewer, Sanitarian, and Senior Project Leader
• Certification of the Staff Engineer eligibility list

The Commission reversed original rejections for three Payroll Supervisor applicants and certified the Staff Engineer Eligibility list. It removed several candidates from police and firefighter eligibility lists and approved up to 25 additional interviews for Entry Level Firefighters.

• Accepted appeals for Payroll Supervisor applicants #54093378, #46647227, and #54087699 (unanimous)
• Removed 8 candidates from Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list (unanimous)
• Removed Randy Polanco from Certified Police Officer eligibility list (unanimous)
• Removed Dylan Sparaco from Entry Level Firefighter eligibility list (unanimous)
• Certified Staff Engineer Eligibility list through July 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved up to 25 additional interviews for Entry Level Firefighter position (unanimous)
• Accepted 1 applicant and rejected 9 for Sanitarian position (unanimous)
• Accepted 1 applicant and rejected 5 for Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer (unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to discuss and decide on various city contracts, service renewals, and equipment purchases. Items range from IT software maintenance and public utility equipment to infrastructure projects.

• Osborne Street Sidewalk Project
• Purchase of new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer AWD 4DR LT and JCB Backhoe
• Pump upgrades at the Beaver Brook Pump Station
• Electric energy supply for City & School Buildings
• Danbury High School Nurse’s Office Renovation

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several service renewals, equipment purchases, and construction projects. Key actions included awarding a sidewalk project on Osborne Street and approving a new forklift and vehicle for Public Utilities.

• Awarded $35,571 for Fire Dept. Medical Frequency Coordination to Northwest CT Public Safety (Unanimous)
• Extended alarm monitoring bid with United Alarm Services for one year at current pricing (Unanimous)
• Extended custodial services bid with Custom Care Building Services for one year with 3% increase (Unanimous)
• Awarded $96,544.89 for Danbury High School Nurse’s Office renovation to BMP Construction (Unanimous)
• Awarded $99,098.50 for Osborne Street Sidewalk Project to Reliable Excavating Co., Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded $42,595.30 for 2024 Chevrolet Blazer to National Auto Fleet Group (Unanimous)
• Awarded laboratory analysis bid to second low bidder Phoenix Environmental for $22,774.00 (Unanimous)
• Awarded $92,193.30 for new JCB Forklift to Northland JCB (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The special Zoom meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for July 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2023.

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is meeting to consider special permits for café liquor licenses and several amendments to city zoning regulations. The body will also discuss changes to how dependency treatment centers and hotel conversions are classified.

• Special Permit for Café Liquor License at 7 Backus Avenue (Danbury Mall LLC/Round One Entertainment Inc.)
• Special Permit for Café Liquor License at 86-90 White Street (Billy Beans Café II)
• Expansion of Special Permit for Café Liquor at 12 Ives Street (Copacabana Café)
• Proposed amendment to change Dependency Treatment Centers from Permitted Use to Special Exception Use
• Proposed amendment to add Hotel Conversion as a Permitted Use in the CA-80 zone

The Commission conducted a public hearing regarding a special permit for a Café Liquor License for Round One Entertainment Inc. at the Danbury Fair Mall. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the petition.

• Approved May 23, 2023 minutes (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a detailed statement of condition for the Fire Department, including facility needs and equipment updates. The body will also consider several grant resolutions and property acquisitions.

• Proposed acquisition of property at 14 Granville Avenue
• Authorization of outside counsel (Ventura Law & Frazer Law, PLC) for PFAS litigation
• Zero Emission Vehicle Program Grant for the Airport
• Elderly and Disabled Demand Responsive Transit Service Grant for HART
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Per Capita 2024 grants for Health & Human Services

The Council authorized the Mayor's Office to begin negotiations to acquire 14 Granville Avenue. Members also approved several grant applications for health services and airport projects, and confirmed two police officer appointments.

• Approved negotiations for acquisition of 14 Granville Avenue
• Confirmed Paul Maldonado and Demetrios Babatsikos as Certified Police Officers
• Authorized legal services of Updike Kelly & Spellacy P.C. for URAA Program administration
• Approved $167,444.87 State of CT per capita funding for Health & Human Services
• Approved up to $47,960 Public Health Emergency and Hospital Preparedness grant
• Approved $14,051.40 City cost for FAA Zero Emission Vehicle Grant Program
• Approved $392.50 cost increase for Taxiway Charlie project at Danbury Municipal Airport
• Referred water and sewer extension application for 100 Saw Mill Rd. to an Ad Hoc Committee

City Council

The City Council is considering a recommended plan to redraw election ward boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The plan aims to restore population equality across the seven wards and ensure compliance with state and federal voting rights laws.

• Proposed rebalancing of Ward 6 and Ward 7 populations
• Plan to maintain a Total Deviation from Ideal of 7.50% across all wards
• Alignment with the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of Connecticut
• Proposed use of GIS electronic shape files to define new ward boundaries

The Committee of the Whole voted to recommend a modified redistricting plan created by Dr. Morrison to ensure compliance with the Voting Rights Act and the 14th Amendment. The recommendation is subject to a public hearing and final council action.

• Recommended modified redistricting plan for City Council approval (13-2)
• Scheduled public hearing for modified plan on July 17, 2023, at 6:00 PM
• Set effective date for the modified plan as August 7, 2023

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meetings scheduled for July 5 and July 19, 2023, have been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2023, at 7:30 PM.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to act on two recommended appointments to fill council vacancies and a communication regarding the city's reapportionment plan. The body will also consider a request for a tax deferral extension for a property on Main Street.

• Appointment of Jeffrey A. Tomchik to replace Richard Molinaro
• Appointment of Joe Putnam to replace Joe Cavo
• Communication regarding ward re-alignment and reapportionment
• Request for tax deferral extension for 333 Main St.

The City Council confirmed the appointments of Jeffrey A. Tomchik and Joseph Putnam to the council. The council also approved a six-month extension for a tax assessment increase deferral for 333 Main Street.

• Confirmed appointment of Jeffrey A. Tomchik to City Council (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Joseph Putnam to City Council (Unanimous)
• Sent reapportionment communication to an ad hoc committee consisting of the Committee of the Whole, Corporation Counsel, Registrar of Voters, and a Mayor's office representative
• Approved 6-month extension to defer tax assessment increase for 333 Main Street (11-7)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider bids and requests for quotations for various city departments. The agenda includes the purchase of new emergency vehicles and several maintenance and service contracts.

• Purchase of two 2024 Ford Expedition SSV Package Vehicles for Dept. of Emergency Management Services
• Purchase of two 2025-26 Wheeled Coach Class I Type III Citimedic Ambulances with Stryker Transport Equipment
• Amendment to Nuvance Health Contract for OSHA Required Physicals for the Fire Dept.
• Bid #05-21-22-05 for Maintenance & Repair of Motorcycles
• Bid #05-20-21-03 for Exterminating Services for Public Buildings

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several vendor contracts for city services and equipment. Key decisions included the purchase of ambulances and vehicles using ARPA funds and the extension of existing maintenance bids.

• Extended motorcycle maintenance bid with TP Engineering (unanimous)
• Extended welding services bid with Jim’s Welding (unanimous)
• Extended hydraulic repairs bids with T&G Sales and Service and CC Hydraulics (unanimous)
• Awarded treated road salt bid to Morton Salt, Inc. at $99.63 per ton (unanimous)
• Awarded park furniture purchase to Wabash Valley for $66,965.00, contingent on ARPA consultant approval (unanimous)
• Extended exterminating services bid with Yale Termite & Pest Elimination Corp. (unanimous)
• Awarded cancer screening services to United Diagnostic Services (unanimous)
• Amended Nuvance Health contract to include a $220.00 per day off-site administration fee (unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is reviewing several land-use applications including self-storage facilities and residential construction. The body will also address a cease and desist violation on Barnum Road.

• 7 Great Pasture Rd.: Proposal to construct three self-storage buildings
• 94 Sandpit Rd.: Proposal for a self-storage facility
• 8 Pocono Point Rd.: Proposal to construct a single-family dwelling
• 76 West Redding Rd.: Application for code-complying septic systems
• Barnum Road: Cease & Desist violation

The Environmental Impact Commission approved summary rulings with conditions for two self-storage facilities. Four other residential and septic-related applications were tabled pending further reports or information.

• Approved Application No. 1194 (7 Great Pasture Rd.) summary ruling with five conditions
• Approved Application No. 1196 (94 Sandpit Rd.) summary ruling with four conditions
• Tabled Application No. 1198 (76 West Redding Rd.) for project impact report
• Tabled Application No. 1188 (1 Mariana Farms Dr.) for more information
• Tabled Application No. 1195 (8 Pocono Point Rd.) awaiting health inspector response and project impact report
• Tabled Application No. 1197 (70 Carol St.) pending health inspector review and project impact report
• Accepted June 14, 2023 minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review personnel status and candidate eligibility. The body will discuss the qualifications of applicants for several roles and requests to remove specific candidates from police and firefighter lists.

• New hires: Eric Murph (Certified Police Officer) and Anthony Rountos (Public Health Inspector)
• Promotion: Marc Andretto to Operator Repairperson
• Request to remove four candidates from the Entry Level Police Officer List
• Request to remove candidates from the Certified Police Officer and Entry Level Firefighter lists
• Eligibility list extension for Police Lieutenant

The Commission removed several candidates from police and firefighter eligibility lists and extended the Police Lieutenant eligibility list by one year. The board also approved the addition of the Human Resources Assistant position to the Civil Service Job Classification.

• Approved extension of Police Lieutenant Eligibility List for one year (unanimous)
• Added Human Resources Assistant to Civil Service Job Classification (unanimous)
• Removed candidates #228118, #214206, #238453, and #89881 from Entry Level Police Officer list (unanimous)
• Removed candidate #589355 from Certified Level Police Officer list (unanimous)
• Removed candidate #20531397 from Entry Level Firefighter list (unanimous)
• Rejected applicant #26074079 for Engineer I (unanimous)
• Accepted applicants #27007359 and #54261672 for Tree Worker - Climber/Operator (unanimous)
• Reversed the removal of Candidate #591188 from Certified Police Officer list (unanimous)

City Council

The Margerie Reservoir Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss property maps and conditions. The committee may vote on the process and projects for a Request for Proposals (RFP).

• Discussion of property map and conditions by Anthony Iadarola
• Possible vote on RFP projects and process
• Establishment of meeting dates for the remainder of 2023
• Setting a date for a site visit

The committee reviewed the design and planning phase of the Margerie Reservoir Trail, which is supported by a $483,000 grant. Members discussed property maps, wetland delineation RFPs, and public concerns regarding animal displacement and parking. No decisions were made regarding the final trail design or location.

• Approved meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Established meeting dates for the 3rd Tuesday at 6pm

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding hearings on amending regulations for dependency treatment centers and hotel conversions. The body is also reviewing special permit requests for liquor licenses at three different locations.

• Proposed amendment to change Dependency Treatment Centers from Permitted Use to Special Exception Use
• Petition to add Hotel Conversion as a Permitted Use in the CA-80 zone
• Special permit expansion for Café Liquor at Copacabana Café, 12 Ives Street
• Special permit for Café Liquor License for Billy Beans Café II, 86-90 White Street
• Special permit for Café Liquor License for Round One Entertainment Inc., 7 Backus Avenue

The Commission held public hearings regarding the reclassification of dependency treatment centers and a special permit expansion for Copacabana Café. No final decisions were made on these petitions; the Commission closed the public hearings for both items.

• Closed public hearing on amending dependency treatment centers from permitted to special exception use (7-0)
• Closed public hearing on special permit expansion for Copacabana Café (7-0)

Cultural Commission

The Commission will review a grant request from the Western Connecticut Youth Orchestra and discuss updates on various city projects. The meeting also includes reports on recent events and upcoming application dates for the City Poet Laureate.

• Grant request: $4,000 for Western Connecticut Youth Orchestra
• Poet Laureate selection panel applications open July 15 through September 15, 2023
• Website renewal cost of $242.48
• Report on $150 supplemental grant received for Make Music Day

The Commission approved funding for the Western Connecticut Youth Orchestra and the Danbury Concert Association. It also authorized a small expenditure for sidewalk chalk and accepted the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved $2,500 grant for Western Connecticut Youth Orchestra (voice vote)
• Approved $4,000 grant for Danbury Concert Association 2023/24 season (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved up to $25 for washable sidewalk chalk (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted May meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Confirmed $242.48 reimbursement for website renewal
• Confirmed $1,000 grant spending to Entertain My Crowd for Make Music Day

City Council

The City Council is reviewing personnel promotions for police and fire departments and various government appointments. The body is also processing requests for honorary street naming and utility extensions.

• Resolution to authorize agreements with AT&T for an emergency communication system
• Request for honorary street name on Elm Street to honor Rev. Ruben L. Bush
• $5,000 donation from FirstLight Power Services, LLC for Candlewood Lake boat dock extension
• Application for renewal of water and sewer extensions at 100 Saw Mill Rd
• Resolution for Ambulance & Advanced Life Support Agreement with Western CT Health Network

The Ad Hoc Committee unanimously recommended a resolution to designate Elm Street as Reverend Rubin L. Bush Sr. Blvd. The Public Works Department will evaluate the placement of street signs and a requested plaque at Kennedy Park.

• Recommended honorary renaming of Elm Street to Reverend Rubin L. Bush Sr. Blvd. (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding a location approval for a petroleum wholesaler and a setback reduction for a residential addition. The board will also consider the minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing #23-05: Certificate of Location Approval for NSK Petroleum Wholesale Inc. at 32 Germantown Rd.
• Public hearing #23-11: Request to reduce front-yard setback from 30’ to 26’ and side-yard setback from 15’ to 5’ for an addition at 70 Carol St.

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a Certificate of Location for the sale of gasoline at 32 Germantown Rd. One request for setback reductions at 70 Carol St. was tabled.

• Approved Application No. 23-05 for Certificate of Location approval at 32 Germantown Rd. (4-0)
• Tabled Application No. 23-11 regarding front and side-yard setback reductions at 70 Carol St. until July 13, 2023
• Accepted minutes from June 8, 2023 (4-0)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to discuss two specific procurement items. These include a vehicle for the Public Utilities Department and management services for the IT Department.

• Purchase of a new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4WD Crew Cab for the Public Utilities Dept.
• Payroll & Financial Systems Integration Manager Services for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for the IT Dept.

The Board of Awards approved the purchase of a new truck for the Public Utilities Department and extended a sole source contract for IT financial systems integration. Both items were passed unanimously.

• Approved $52,608.38 purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD from National Auto Fleet Group (Unanimous)
• Approved sole source award to Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) for Payroll & Financial Systems Integration Manager Services at $120.00 per hour, not to exceed $133,800.00 (Unanimous)

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority is meeting to discuss financial reports and the draft operating budget for FY23/24. The body will also review a part-time vacation policy and ongoing fundraising and trail work.

• FY23/24 Draft Operating Budget
• Part-time Vacation Policy
• LoCIP projects
• Trail Work
• Fundraising sponsorships, grants, and events

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review operational reports and financial updates. The body will discuss the renewal of business insurance and provide an update on the Richter House.

• Business insurance renewal
• Richter House update
• Finance Department update
• Reports from Business Manager, Head Golf Professional, and Grounds and Greens

The Authority approved a business insurance renewal proposal from NFP and updated authorized bank account signatories. The board also nominated Mr. Eriquez for the vacant Treasurer position and approved an Eagle Scout kiosk project.

• Approved Eagle Scout kiosk project proposal (unanimous)
• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved business insurance renewal proposal from NFP (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Mr. Eriquez for vacant Treasurer position (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Mr. Priola from bank accounts and addition of Mr. Pinto and Mr. Eriquez as signatories (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding special exceptions and site plan approvals for commercial and residential developments. The body will also discuss a water and sewer extension referral for 100 Saw Mill Road.

• Public hearing for Putnam Three Self Storage at 7 Great Pasture Road
• Continued public hearing for 'The Legacy On Main' apartments and bank at 30 & 34 Main Street
• Referral for water and sewer extension renewal at 100 Saw Mill Road
• Floodplain permit reference for fast food and medical office at 1 Sugar Hollow Road
• Floodplain permit reference for fast food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue

The Commission approved a floodplain permit for a fast food restaurant and medical office. Two other public hearings for self-storage and apartments were continued to July 12. A positive recommendation was issued for water and sewer extensions at 100 Saw Mill Road.

• Approved floodplain permit for fast food restaurant and medical office at 1 Sugar Hollow Road (5-0)
• Positive recommendation for water and sewer extension renewal at 100 Saw Mill Road (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for self-storage at 7 Great Pasture Road to July 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 'The Legacy On Main' apartments at 30 & 34 Main Street to July 12, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted May 7, 2023 and June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission will discuss several new building proposals and additions. The body is reviewing applications for residential homes and commercial self-storage facilities.

• Proposed addition at 70 Carol St.
• Feasibility of subdivision at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.
• Proposed rear and second floor addition at 7 Thorpe St.
• New home construction at 18 Laura Dr. and 8 Pocono Point Rd.
• Self-storage facility proposals at 7 Great Pasture Rd. and 94 Sandpit Rd.

The Environmental Impact Commission approved summary rulings for projects at 7 Thorpe St. and 18 Laura Dr. Five other applications were tabled pending further information or impact reports. The commission also decided to send a final letter regarding violations on Barnum Road before pursuing court action.

• Approved Application No. 1192 (7 Thorpe St.) summary ruling with five conditions
• Approved Application No. 1193 (18 Laura Dr.) summary ruling with seven conditions
• Tabled Application No. 1197 (70 Carol St.) for project impact report
• Tabled Application No. 1188 (1 Mariana Farms Dr.) for more information
• Tabled Application No. 1194 (7 Great Pasture Rd.) for project impact report
• Tabled Application No. 1195 (8 Pocono Point Rd.) for project impact report
• Tabled Application No. 1196 (94 Sandpit Rd.) for project impact report
• Decided to send one final letter regarding Barnum Road violations before court action

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to determine the qualifications of applicants for several public safety and administrative roles. The body will review candidate removals, rejections, and appeals for police and fire positions.

• Qualifications of applicants for Assistant Tax Collector
• Request to remove candidates from Entry Level Police Officer and Certified Police Officer lists
• Reversal of candidate rejections and appeals for Entry Level Firefighter applicants
• Certification of the Firefighter Eligibility List

The Civil Service Commission approved the reversal of 27 rejected entry-level firefighter applications and certified the corresponding eligibility list. The board also updated personnel statuses for police, fire, and city staff and modified police officer eligibility lists.

• Reversed and accepted 27 rejected entry-level firefighter applicants (Unanimous)
• Certified Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility list through June 14, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Removed 26 candidates from Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Removed 21 candidates from Certified Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Accepted one applicant for Assistant Tax Collector and approved department head interview in lieu of testing (Unanimous)
• Accepted 67 certified police officer applicants (Unanimous)
• Acknowledged 9 new police officer hires and 4 other new city hires (Unanimous)
• Acknowledged 6 retirements and 7 promotions across police and fire departments (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review and award contracts for various city services. The agenda includes emergency repairs for public utilities and several IT service agreements for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• IT Support, GIS Services, and AS400 Secure Cloud Hosting for FY 2023-2024
• Emergency pump motor replacement and backup pump rental for West Lake Water Treatment Plant
• Security upgrades to 98 Elm Street Shelter
• Emergency replacement of gate and operator at the Municipal Airport
• Psychological Evaluation Services for the Human Resources Dept.

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several contract renewals for IT, HR, and public works services. The board also authorized emergency expenditures for water treatment plant equipment and vehicle repairs, and awarded security upgrades for a city shelter.

• Extended HR evaluation services contract with Bangs Psychological and Evaluation Services (unanimous)
• Extended HVAC water treatment contract with Clearwater Industries (unanimous)
• Approved $31,787.67 for security upgrades at 98 Elm Street Shelter via United Alarm (unanimous)
• Rescinded operator replacement award from Architectural Fence & Gate and awarded it to Roots Landscaping for $9,430.00 (unanimous)
• Extended manhole frames and covers contract with Core & Main (unanimous)
• Approved sole source purchase of a $39,655.00 pump motor from Traver Electric (unanimous)
• Ratified emergency pump rental from Sunbelt Rentals for approximately $14,000.00 (unanimous)
• Ratified emergency repairs for a John Deere backhoe via Bruce Taylor Heavy Equipment up to $30,000.00 (unanimous)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities is meeting remotely to discuss handicap parking and on-demand transportation. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 restrictions and the recruitment of new commissioners.

• Handicap parking update
• On-demand transportation discussion
• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners
• Update on COVID-19 meeting restrictions

The commission met remotely to review administrative items and discuss handicap parking progress. No new ordinances or funding requests were decided upon during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from 05/09/23 (All Yes)

Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Zoning Commission scheduled for June 13, 2023, has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is holding public hearings to consider requests for zoning variances. These requests involve reducing yard setbacks and allowing parking in restricted areas for three specific properties.

• 4 Lee Mac Ave.: Request to reduce front yard setback from 30’ to 27’, reduce planting strip from 20’ to 15’, and allow parking in the front yard setback
• 21 Marion Street: Request to reduce rear yard setback from 35’ to 19’ to enlarge and rebuild a deck
• 15 Grandview Dr.: Request to reduce front yard setback from 40’ to 22.1’ for a porch and side yard setback from 25’ to 6.6’ for a two-car garage

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved three applications for property variances involving industrial and residential sites. The decisions allow for building additions, deck expansions, and the construction of a garage and porch. The board also expressed a preference to return to in-person meetings.

• Approved Application No. 23-10 for 4 Lee Mac Ave. to reduce setbacks and allow front yard parking (4-1)
• Approved Application No. 23-08 for 21 Marion St. to reduce rear yard setback for a deck (5-0)
• Approved Application No. 23-09 for 15 Grandview Dr. to reduce front and side setbacks for a porch and garage (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from May 18, 2023 meeting

Boards of Awards

The Danbury Board of Awards is meeting to review and decide on 14 procurement items, including bids for bridge rehabilitation, police ammunition, vehicle parts, safety apparel, and various IT and public utilities services. The meeting is hybrid, with public access via Zoom or phone. Attendance by department heads or their assistants is required per city ordinance.

• Bid #02-20-21-06: Rehabilitation of Bridge #04176 – Kennedy Avenue over Still River
• Ammunition – Police Dept.
• Bid #05-20-21-04: Automotive and Truck Replacement Parts
• Bid #05-21-22-01: Safety Apparel – Fire Dept.
• Professional Services for Kenosia Wellfield Groundwater Treatment System Project

The Board rejected bids for the Kennedy Avenue bridge rehabilitation because the low bid exceeded available funding. The Board approved multiple contracts for IT services, public utility work, and police and fire equipment.

• Rejected bids for Kennedy Avenue bridge rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved $69,800.24 ammunition purchase from Eagle Point Gun (unanimous)
• Extended automotive and truck parts bids with four vendors for one year (unanimous)
• Extended fire safety apparel bids with Brigham Industries and Firematic Supply with price increases (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 for Kenosia Wellfield project services from Veolia Water (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 for hydropneumatic tank inspections from Tata & Howard (unanimous)
• Extended wastewater treatment facility service agreement with Veolia Water for one year (unanimous)
• Approved $75,508.09 for Beaver Brook Administration Building door replacements from BMP Construction (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a revised site plan for an automobile service station and convenience market on Germantown Road. It also issued a positive recommendation for a zoning amendment to allow limited high-end used vehicle sales in the IL-40 Zone. A public hearing for 'The Legacy On Main' was continued to June 21, 2023.

• Approved revised site plan for automobile service station and convenience market at 32 Germantown Road (5-0)
• Issued positive recommendation for zoning amendment to allow limited used automobile, truck, and motorcycle sales in IL-40 Zone (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 'The Legacy On Main' at 30 & 34 Main Street to June 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Accepted April 19, 2023 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Council approved a $2.531 million FAA grant for the Airport Taxiway C project and authorized several police and fire department promotions. Multiple grant applications for elderly services, aggressive driving enforcement, and emergency shelters were approved. Several items regarding city ordinances and street naming were referred to ad hoc committees.

• Approved $2,531,000 FAA grant for Airport Taxiway C project (unanimous)
• Approved $184,128 ARPA funding for Elderly Services (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Scott Fabich to Police Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved promotions of John Giafone and Brian Wakeman to Police Sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved promotions of Travis Weber and Andrew Whitlock to Police Detective (unanimous)
• Approved promotions of Sharon Gies and Kenneth Monteavaro to Fire Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 donation from FirstLight Power Services for boat dock extension (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $357,719.29 uncollectable taxes to Annual Suspense List (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Zoning Board of Appeals on May 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2023.

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review the qualifications of applicants for several roles, including Firefighter and Staff Engineer. The meeting also includes a request to approve a new Senior Project Leader – Information Technology position.

• Review of Firefighter applicant qualifications
• Review of Staff Engineer applicant qualifications
• Review of Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer applicant qualifications
• Review of Technology Program Coordinator applicant qualifications
• Review of Tree Worker Climber/Operator applicant qualifications

The Commission approved a new Senior Project Leader position in the Information Technology Department and certified eligibility lists for Technology Program Coordinator and Tree Worker Climber/Operator. The board also reviewed job applications for Firefighter, Staff Engineer, and Assistant Building Inspector-Plan Reviewer roles.

• Approved new Senior Project Leader position and job description (Unanimous)
• Certified Technology Program Coordinator Eligibility list through May 25, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Certified Tree Worker Climber/Operator Eligibility list through May 25, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Accepted appointment of John Neumuller as Civil Service Commissioner through May 25, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Accepted specific Firefighter and Staff Engineer applications; rejected others (Unanimous)
• Rejected all applicants for Assistant Building Inspector-Plan Reviewer (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from May 2nd and May 11th, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Corrected December 14, 2022 minutes regarding Vanessa Rodriguez's status (Unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission denied a request by Mr. Halas to alter a cease and desist order for Barnum Road. All other new and old business items were tabled until June 14, 2023, pending project impact reports or further information.

• Approved minutes of April 26, 2023
• Denied request by Mr. Halas regarding Barnum Road cease & desist order
• Tabled 7 Thorpe St. addition proposal until June 14, 2023
• Tabled 18 Laura Dr. new home proposal until June 14, 2023
• Tabled 7 Great Pasture Rd. self-storage proposal until June 14, 2023
• Tabled 8 Pocono Point Rd. single-family dwelling proposal until June 14, 2023
• Tabled 94 Sandpit Rd. self-storage proposal until June 14, 2023
• Tabled 1 Mariana Farms Dr. subdivision feasibility until June 14, 2023

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards approved several engineering and infrastructure contracts, including a major taxiway project at the Danbury Municipal Airport. The board also authorized a project change order for IT services and awarded a bid for street lighting.

• Awarded Taxiway 'C' rehabilitation to Guerrera Construction for $2,238,030.00 (unanimous), contingent on FAA approval
• Awarded ornamental street lights and luminary lens covers to F&M Electric Supply for $23,160.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,080.00 project change request for Telestaff & SQL Database project management services with CIS (unanimous)
• Awarded Shelter Rock Road Bridge replacement engineering services to Tata & Howard for $60,000.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded bridge inspection engineering services to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for $24,640.00 (unanimous)
• Extended bid award for Health Dept. Advisor to Lake Kenosia Commission to Edward Siergiej at $45.00 per hour (unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Danbury Zoning Commission is holding public hearings on two major zoning changes: a request to rezone four properties on South Street from CN-5 to C-CBD and a petition to add hotel conversions as a permitted use in the CA-80 zone. The body will also continue hearings on two special permit applications for café liquor licenses in the Central Business District. Additionally, the commission will discuss a new petition to allow auto repair and limited used vehicle sales in the IL-40 zone, though no public hearing date has been set.

• Public hearing on petition by South Park Properties LLC to change zone from CN-5 to C-CBD for 130-136 South Street
• Public hearing on petition by Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to amend zoning regulations to add 'Hotel Conversion' as a permitted use in the CA-80 zone
• Continuation of public hearing for special permit for café liquor license for Copacabana Café at 12 Ives Street
• Continuation of public hearing for special permit for café liquor license for Billy Beans Café II at 86-90 White Street
• Discussion of new petition by Black Wolf Properties LLC to add auto repair and limited used vehicle sales as a special exception use in the IL-40 zone

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a petition by Bright Ravens LD Danbury, LLC to allow 'Hotel Conversion' as a permitted use in the CA-80 zone. The proposal seeks to convert the former Crowne Plaza Hotel into a mixed-use building featuring apartments and an innovation studio. No final decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Continued public hearing on Bright Ravens LD Danbury, LLC petition to amend Zoning Regulations

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Authority will review the April 2023 budget, balance sheet, and previous meeting minutes. Discussion topics include fundraising efforts, LoCIP projects, and trail work.

• Review of April 2023 Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet
• Discussion of Fundraising (Sponsorships/Grants/Events)
• Discussion of LoCIP projects
• Discussion of Trail Work

The Authority approved the amended minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting and the April 2023 financial reports. Members discussed fundraising efforts, including a planned fall trail ride, and an upcoming Cannondale work day.

• Approved amended April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 financial reports (unanimous)

Cultural Commission

The Commission approved funding for the Musicals at Richter and the Danbury International Festival. It also voted to increase grant allocations for the Danbury Concert Association, Deepti Nagaraja, and the Danbury Music Centre using unspent funds.

• Approved $8,050 grant to Musicals at Richter (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 grant to Danbury International Festival (unanimous)
• Approved $500 grant increase for Danbury Concert Association (unanimous)
• Approved $500 grant increase for Deepti Nagaraja (unanimous)
• Approved grant increase for Danbury Music Centre from remaining balance (majority)
• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Designs for Danbury Discussion until June meeting

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing an application from CIFC EHB Holding Corp regarding a tax assessment deferral. The request concerns a 79-unit housing development at 11 Boughton Street that includes limited income housing for the elderly.

• Application for Deferral of Tax Assessment Increase — 11 Boughton Street
• Proposed 7-year tax deferral for a $28 million or $29 million construction project
• Development includes 79 total units, with 24 designated as publicly funded limited income housing for the elderly
• Police Department appointments for 12 certified officers

The council approved a tax assessment deferral for a low-income housing project at 11 Boughton Street. The approval is conditioned on 100% of the units being reserved for senior occupancy and qualifying under Connecticut General Statutes 8-30G.

• Approved 7-year tax deferral for 11 Boughton Street with 100% senior occupancy requirement (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several communications regarding police department appointments and entity board positions. The agenda also includes resolutions for grants, easements, and a proposed ordinance for senior tax freezes.

• Police Department appointments to Certified Police Officers
• Appointment of Assistant Counsel & Outside Counsel Candace V. Fay, Esq.
• Application for Deferral of Tax Assessment Increase at 11 Boughton St.
• Renewal of Easement Acquisition for Franklin Street Extension Bridge
• Ordinance regarding Senior Tax Freeze for Elderly Homeowners

The committee discussed the interpretation of City Charter Section 6-4 regarding the appointment of legal counsel. After two failed motions due to terminology, the committee unanimously recommended the appointment of Attorney Candace Fay for the position of Counsel.

• Recommended appointment of Attorney Candace Fay for the position of Counsel (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two applications for setback reductions and building coverage increases. Two other applications were tabled pending further information or representative attendance, and one continued hearing was closed without a recorded vote.

• Approved variance for 1 Delta Ave to reduce setbacks and increase building coverage to 23% (5-0)
• Approved variance for 18 Lake Road to reduce front and side yard setbacks for a deck (5-0)
• Tabled application for 21 Marion Street due to agent absence
• Tabled application for 15 Grandview Dr. pending floor plan and additional information
• Closed public hearing for 9 Charlotte's Way (no vote recorded)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards will meet to consider several procurement items for various city departments. These include services for human resources, fire department wellness, and equipment for public safety and construction.

• Injury Prevention and Health and Wellness Program – Fire Dept.
• RFQ #20-21-8-01 Background Screening Services – Human Resources Dept.
• Bid #06-19-20-01 RFP – Testing & Consulting Services – Human Resources Dept.
• Purchase of Burke Playscape Repair Parts – Construction Services Dept.
• Purchase Tower Computers, Monitors & Related Accessory Items for Public Safety – IT Dept.

The Board of Awards approved several service renewals for the Fire and Human Resources departments. The board also authorized purchases for playscape repair parts and public safety computer equipment, both contingent upon ARPA financial consultant approval.

• Extended Fire Dept. Injury Prevention and Health and Wellness Program with First Response Health and Wellness for $27,000.00 annually (Unanimous)
• Approved continuing background screening services with Employers Reference Source, Inc. (ERS) at a revised fee schedule (Unanimous)
• Extended Human Resources testing and consulting services with Resource Management Associates (RMA) through December 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Awarded $52,473.17 for Burke Playscape Repair Parts to Childscapes as a sole source, contingent upon PKF O’Connor Davies approval (Unanimous)
• Awarded $41,412.75 for 30 tower computers and 45 monitors to Dell Computer for Police and Fire Depts, contingent upon PKF O'Connor Davies approval (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Commission will review public hearing continuations for an apartment house on Main Street and an automobile service station on Germantown Road. The agenda also includes referrals for several zoning amendments and a new self-storage application.

• Apartment House ('The Legacy On Main') special exception at 30 & 34 Main Street
• Automobile Service Station & Convenience Market at 32 Germantown Road
• Zone change petition for South Park Properties LLC at 130, 132-134, & 136 South Street
• Zoning regulation amendment regarding hotel conversions in the CA-80 zone
• Self-storage application (Putnam Three Self Storage) at 7 Great Pasture Road

The Commission voted to keep the public hearing open for the proposed redevelopment of 30 & 34 Main Street. The decision follows presentations on fiscal impact, traffic, and architectural changes, with further traffic data still pending.

• Continued public hearing for 'The Legacy On Main' apartment and bank project (3-0)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority is holding its monthly meeting to review reports from staff and committees, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include an update on the Richter House, a park audit, a resignation, and new signage for Arts & Musicals events. The meeting is open to the public.

• Richter House update
• Richter Park audit
• Priola resignation
• Signage for Arts & Musicals

The Authority approved a rent increase for the Carriage House and accepted the April financial report. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and received an update on the completed audit.

• Approved Carriage House rent increase to $1,400/month starting in July (unanimous)
• Approved April RPA meeting minutes
• Approved May Master Plan Committee meeting minutes
• Accepted April financial report and placed on file for audit (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to address new business. The primary action involves the certification of the eligibility list for the Public Health Inspector position.

• Certification of Eligibility List: Public Health Inspector

The Commission met via videoconference to certify the Public Health Inspector Eligibility list. The list is set to expire on May 11, 2024.

• Certified Public Health Inspector Eligibility list with expiration date of May 11, 2024 (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Zoning Board of Appeals on May 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 25, 2023.

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission will review several new business items including building additions, a new home construction, and self-storage buildings. The meeting also includes discussion on the feasibility of a subdivision at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.

• Proposed addition in rear and second floor addition at 7 Thorpe St.
• New home on vacant lot at 18 Laura Dr.
• Construction of three self-storage buildings at 7 Great Pasture Rd.
• Feasibility of subdivision at 1 Mariana Farms Dr.
• Cease & Desist violation on Barnum Road

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards will meet to review various departmental service requests and bids. Items include engineering, IT services, and supplies for several city departments.

• Architectural Services for Early Childhood Center State Grant Application
• Engineering Services for FEMA Hazardous Mitigation Grant Assistance
• Bid #04-22-23-02: Landscape Trees – Forestry Dept.
• Bid #03-22-23-02: Chemicals – Water Dept.
• Electrical Supply Agreement – 40 Apple Ridge Road, Danbury, CT

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several service contracts, including architectural and engineering work, water department chemicals, and IT services. The board also extended hydrant supply bids and ratified a new electrical supply agreement for 40 Apple Ridge Road.

• Awarded $22,180 to Friar Architecture for Early Childhood Center services (Unanimous)
• Approved additional $25,000 for Fuss & O'Neill for FEMA grant assistance (Unanimous)
• Awarded $15,725 landscape tree bid to Hardscrabble Farms (Unanimous)
• Awarded water department chemical bids to Chemtrade, Univar, Harcros, Keuhne, Shannon, and Surpass (Unanimous)
• Extended hydrant bid awards with G&L Waterworks and Ferguson Waterworks for one year (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,225 change order for TEK Systems IT services (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,280 change order for Creative Financial Staffing IT services (Unanimous)
• Awarded online payment services to Certified Payments by Deluxe (Unanimous)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will discuss updates regarding COVID-19 restrictions and in-person meetings. The agenda also includes updates on handicap parking, social media, and on-demand transportation.

• Update on COVID restrictions for in-person meetings
• Handicap parking update
• On-demand transportation discussion
• Recruitment of two regular commissioners and three alternates

The commission met remotely to review administrative updates and discuss accessibility. No new business was introduced, and no formal votes were taken on policy changes.

• Approved minutes from 04/11/23 (All Yes)

Richter Park Authority

The committee will meet to discuss prioritizing goals and increasing awareness for the Richter Park Master Plan. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Discussion of master plan goals and awareness

The committee approved recommendations for three new signs at the Richter House grounds. Members also agreed to recommend the purchase of hiking trail benches using FORE funds once further research on costs and locations is complete.

• Approved minutes of February 1, 2023 meeting
• Recommended purchasing hiking trail benches using FORE funds (pending research on locations and costs)
• Approved creation of three new signs for Richter House grounds: one 'Richter Arts Center' sign and two directional signs
• Postponed Sculpture Garden discussion until 2024

Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings for several special permit petitions regarding alcohol licenses at local cafes and restaurants. Additionally, the body will consider amending regulations for electric vehicle charging stations and dependency treatment centers.

• Expansion of Special Permit for Café Liquor at Copacabana Café, 12 Ives Street
• Special Permit for Restaurant Beer & Wine at Gastronomia Paty Paty LLC, 78 Lake Avenue
• Special Permit for Restaurant Liquor License at J. Law Restaurant & Craft Bar, 30 Germantown Road
• Continuation of hearing for Café Liquor License at Billy Beans Café II, 86-90 White Street
• Amendment to revise Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations regulation

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review several procurement items and service contracts. These include sports and recreation upgrades and emergency infrastructure repairs across multiple city departments.

• Sports lighting installation at Kaplanis Field
• Installation of six pickleball courts at Rogers Park
• Structural damage repairs at the Pleasant Acres Pump Station
• Emergency replacement of gate and operator at the Municipal Airport
• Purchase of OEM Ford repair parts and hydraulic repairs

The Board of Awards approved several contracts and amendments, including a $240,000 sole-source award to Musco Lighting for sports lighting at Kaplanis Field, contingent on ARPA consultant approval. Other actions included awarding $33,800 for pickleball courts at Rogers Park, approving amendments for hydraulic repairs and OEM Ford parts, and declaring emergencies for gate replacement at the airport and a building management system at City Hall. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $240,000 sole-source contract to Musco Lighting for sports lighting at Kaplanis Field, contingent on ARPA consultant approval (unanimous)
• Awarded $33,800 contract to RS Site & Sports for six pickleball courts at Rogers Park (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 amendment to T&G Sales and Service for hydraulic repairs, with C&C Hydraulics as backup (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 amendment to Colonial Ford for OEM Ford repair parts as sole source (unanimous)
• Awarded $17,017.24 contract to BMP Construction for structural repairs at Pleasant Acres Pump Station (unanimous)
• Approved $12,980 change order to TEK Systems for applications support integrator services (unanimous)
• Declared emergency and waived bidding for gate/operator replacement at Municipal Airport; awarded $12,750 to Architectural Fence & Gate (unanimous)
• Declared emergency and awarded $54,800 sole-source contract to SNE Building Systems for City Hall BMS replacement/upgrade (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Danbury Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 7:30 PM. No specific agenda items were decided or discussed at this cancelled session. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 7:30 PM.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued by Chairman Arnold E. Finaldi Jr.

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the budget and property tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The body is also considering ordinances for water and sewer rates and a $3 million appropriation for public improvements.

• Property tax levy of $243,730,225 with a tax rate of 23.33 mills
• Appropriation of $3,000,000 for Public Improvements via bonds
• Ordinances for Water and Sewer rates effective July 1, 2023
• Ordinance regarding Senior Tax Freeze for Elderly Homeowners
• Renewal of easement acquisition for Franklin Street Extension Bridge

The City Council approved a $295.75 million budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 with a mill rate of 23.33, passing 13-6. The budget includes $150.3 million for education plus $208,575 for school health and welfare. A proposed amendment to phase in property revaluation over five years was withdrawn after legal counsel advised it was out of order.

• Approved $295.75M FY 2023-2024 budget with 23.33 mill rate (13-6)
• Approved $150.3M education budget plus $208,575 for school health and welfare (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance for senior tax freeze program for elderly homeowners (unanimous)
• Approved $3M capital budget bond for public improvements (unanimous)
• Approved sewer rates effective July 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments of 11 certified police officers (unanimous)
• Approved downtown special services district property tax levy for FY 2023-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $20,600 appropriation to Registrar of Voters for April bond referendum (consented)

Civil Service Commission

The Danbury Civil Service Commission is meeting to review and accept the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting. Under new business, the commission will discuss the qualifications of applicants for the Engineer I position and certify eligibility lists for Assistant Director of Finance and Deputy Tax Assessor. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of qualifications for Engineer I applicants
• Certification of eligibility list for Assistant Director of Finance
• Certification of eligibility list for Deputy Tax Assessor

The Commission certified eligibility lists for the Assistant Director of Finance and Deputy Tax Assessor positions. Additionally, the board rejected two applicants for the Engineer I position for failing to meet requirements.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Rejected Engineer I applicants 26074079 and 31841984 (Unanimous)
• Certified Assistant Director of Finance Eligibility list through May 2, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Certified Deputy Tax Assessor Eligibility list through May 2, 2024 (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2023.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider requests for zoning variances. These requests involve reducing required setbacks for garages, additions, and decks at two residential properties.

• 1 Delta Ave: Request to reduce front and side setbacks and increase building coverage from 20% to 23% for a garage, addition, and deck
• 18 Lake Road: Request to reduce front yard setback from 30’ to 12’ and side yard setback from 15’ to 9’ for a proposed deck
• 9 Charlottes Way: Public hearing for a garage addition setback reduction postponed to May 11, 2023

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission approved parking lot modifications, a porch enclosure, and a retaining wall. A subdivision application for Mariana Farms Drive was tabled, and one application for Reserve Road was withdrawn.

• Approved parking lot modifications at 115 Mill Plain Rd. with summary ruling and seven conditions (5-0)
• Approved porch enclosure at 44 Forty Acre Mountain Road with summary ruling and five conditions (5-0)
• Approved retaining wall at 11 Alan Road with summary ruling and six conditions (5-0)
• Tabled Application No. 1188 for subdivision at Mariana Farms Dr. until May 10, 2023 (5-0)
• Recorded withdrawal of Application No. 1139M for 100 Reserve Road

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is reviewing several items related to municipal services, including fire department upgrades and public works projects. These items include equipment maintenance, facility renovations, and utility line repairs.

• Eagle Road Bridge Rail Replacement – Bridge #05103 Eagle Road over Still River
• Repair Engine on Pierce Tower Truck – Fire Dept.
• Danbury Federal Correctional Communications Upgrade to Transmit Site – Fire Dept.
• Renewal of Nuvance Contract to Perform OSHA Required Physicals – Fire Dept.
• Underground Storage Tank A/B Operator Inspections – Fire Dept.

The Board of Awards approved multiple requisitions for infrastructure, fire department equipment, and facility repairs. Key actions included awarding a bridge rail replacement contract and approving emergency repairs for City Hall doors and waterlines.

• Approved $449,287.70 contract to Hemlock Construction for Eagle Road Bridge Rail Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $32,555.32 sole source repair for Pierce Tower Truck engine to Stewart & Stevenson Power Products (Unanimous)
• Approved $96,320.06 communications upgrade for Danbury Federal Correctional Institute to Motorola Solutions (Unanimous)
• Extended sole source contract with Nuvance Health for one year for OSHA required physicals (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,960.00 for underground storage tank inspections to Atlas Technical Consultants (Unanimous)
• Approved $74,610.84 for Danbury High School women's lobby restroom renovations to BMP Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved $170,000.00 change order for Orchard Street Sanitary Sewer Replacement with True Blue Environmental, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $23,920.00 emergency contract to K-Man Glass for City Hall main entrance door replacement (Unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding public hearings on amendments to electric vehicle charging station rules and outdoor dining permits. The body will also discuss a zone change for Pembroke Road and a legal settlement regarding supportive housing facilities.

• Amendment to Section 3.G.11. regarding Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations
• Proposed outdoor dining permits and associated fees for licensed restaurants
• Special Permit for Café Liquor License for Billy Beans Café II at 86-90 White Street
• Zone change from RA-40 to RA-20 for 1, 3, and unnumbered lot Pembroke Road
• Stipulated Agreement to regulate Supportive Housing Facilities in the CA-80 Zoning District

The Commission voted to deny a stipulated agreement to settle a legal matter regarding a supportive housing facility at 3 Lake Avenue Extension, returning the case to litigation. Public hearings were held on electric vehicle charging station regulations and outdoor dining permits, though no final vote on these items was recorded in the provided text.

• Denied settlement offer for 3 Lake Avenue Extension supportive housing facility (5-4)
• Closed public hearing on Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations regulation amendment
• Tabled acceptance of previous meeting minutes

Cultural Commission

The Commission is reviewing the Mayor's proposed $68,000 budget for 2023/2024. The body will also consider a $5,000 grant request from the Danbury International Festival.

• Mayor's proposed 2023/2024 Budget of $68,000
• Danbury International Festival grant request for $5,000
• Proposals to allocate State Grant funds

The Commission approved spending for office supplies and accepted the March meeting minutes. The board discussed the potential replacement of 'Museum in the Streets' signs and tabled the 'Designs for Danbury' project until the next fiscal year.

• Approved spending up to $700 for office supplies (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted March meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled 'Designs for Danbury' project until next fiscal year
• Decided the Commission will not attend CoDA as a group

City Council

The Danbury City Council is holding a public hearing to consider the FY2023-24 budget ordinances and resolutions, including the appropriation and tax levy, a $3 million capital bond, and new sewer and water rates. The hearing also covers the Neighborhood Assistance Act and reviews of several city commissions. Following the hearing, the Council will meet as a committee of the whole to discuss items 2-6.

• Ordinance making appropriations for FY2023-24 and resolution levying property tax
• Ordinance appropriating $3,000,000 for capital improvements and authorizing $3,000,000 in bonds
• Ordinance establishing sewer rates as of July 1, 2023
• Ordinance establishing water rates as of July 1, 2023
• Review of six city entities: Cultural Commission, Commission on Aging, Parking Authority, Lake Kenosia Commission, Flood and Erosion Control Board, Youth Commission

The City Council conducted a public hearing to receive resident comment on the 2023-2024 budget, tax levies, utility rates, and various city ordinances. No votes were taken on the proposed ordinances or budget items during this session.

• Closed the public hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Danbury Civil Service Commission will review personnel status updates, including new hires for truck drivers and police officers and a promotion to Police Captain. The agenda includes new business items involving the removal of a police officer applicant and appeals from applicants for Public Health Inspector and Clerk Typist II positions. The body will also discuss qualifications for Maintenance Mechanic III-Plumber and Assistant Building Inspector roles and certify eligibility lists for Secretary, Payroll Supervisor, and Operator/Repairperson positions.

• Removal of Certified Police Officer Applicant 572505
• Appeal for Public Health Inspector Applicant 48216742
• Appeal for Clerk Typist II Applicant 52276968
• Qualifications review for Maintenance Mechanic III-Plumber
• Qualifications review for Assistant Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer

The Commission certified eligibility lists for Secretary, Payroll Supervisor, Operator/Repairperson, and Clerk Typist II. The board also ruled on candidate appeals and application qualifications for several city positions.

• Approved removal of Christopher Acosta from Certified Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Accepted appeal of Anthony Rountos for Public Health Inspector testing (unanimous)
• Accepted appeal of John Hoddinott for Clerk Typist II testing (unanimous)
• Accepted applicant 53479445 for Maintenance Mechanic III-Plumber (unanimous)
• Rejected five applicants for Assistant Building Inspector-Plan Reviewer (unanimous)
• Certified Secretary Eligibility list expiring April 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Certified Payroll Supervisor Eligibility list expiring April 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Certified Operator/Repairperson and Clerk Typist II Eligibility lists expiring April 19, 2024 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Danbury Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a special exception and site plan for an apartment house with bank and parking at 30-34 Main Street, and continue a hearing for a gas station and convenience store at 32 Germantown Road. They will also discuss a rooftop wireless facility, consider zoning amendments for electric vehicle charging and outdoor dining, and review referrals for sewer/water extensions and zone changes.

• Public hearing: Tower Investment Group LLP special exception/site plan for apartment house at 30-34 Main St. (SE #792)
• Continued hearing: Blackman Enterprises/NSK Petroleum for auto service station and convenience market at 32 Germantown Rd (SE #791)
• Old business: Bright Raven IS Danbury LLC wireless communication facility at 18 Old Ridgebury Rd (SE #793)
• Referral: Zoning amendment to revise electric vehicle charging station regulations per Public Act 22-25
• Referral: Zoning amendment to establish outdoor dining as permanent accessory use per Public Act 22-1

The Commission unanimously approved the corrected minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting. A public hearing began regarding a proposed apartment and bank project at 30 and 34 Main Street, but the provided record ends before a decision was reached.

• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes as corrected (5-0)

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Authority will review the March 21, 2023 minutes and financial reports including the budget vs. actual and balance sheet. Discussion includes fundraising, sponsorships, and LoCIP projects.

• Review of March 21, 2023 minutes
• Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for March 2023
• Discussion of LoCIP projects

The Tarrywile Park Authority approved the meeting minutes from February 21, 2023, and the financial reports for March 2023. Other agenda items, including camping and trail markers, were addressed via the Executive Director's report.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 financial reports (unanimous)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review operational reports and conduct old and new business. The agenda includes updates on the Richter House and reports from the Business Manager, Golf Professional, and Finance Committee.

• Richter House update
• Business Manager's Report
• Head Golf Professional/General Manager Report
• Grounds and Greens Report
• Finance Committee Report

The Authority approved the minutes from the March meeting and accepted the financial report for audit. The board received updates on the 2023 performance season, golf course operations, and the Richter House project.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Accepted financial report and placed on file for audit (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the Education Budget. The proposed 2023-2024 budget for Education is $150,508,575.

• Proposed Education Budget of $150,508,575
• Proposed increase of $9,086,000 over the 2022-2023 budget
• Schools-Regular budget proposed at $150,300,000
• Schools-Health & Welfare budget proposed at $208,575

The Budget Ad Hoc Committee unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt the Mayor's education budget. The proposal includes $150,300,000 for education and $208,575 for school health and welfare.

• Recommended adoption of Mayor's education budget of $150,300,000 (Unanimous)
• Recommended additional $208,575 for school health and welfare (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council's Ad Hoc Committee is reviewing the proposed Public Works budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, which totals $43,194,500, an increase of $2,975,542 from the adopted 2022-2023 budget. The meeting is a budget review session; no final decisions are being made at this time.

• Public Works total budget increase of $2,975,542 to $43,194,500
• Sewage Treatment increase of $1,157,000 to $7,587,000
• Water Treatment Operation increase of $534,560 to $2,566,754
• Snow & Ice Removal decrease of $415,000 to $383,300
• Highways - State Aid eliminated ($360,000 reduction)

The Budget Ad Hoc Committee voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the Mayor's Public Works budget as presented. A proposal to add $50,000 in funding for the Danbury Museum & Historical Society was denied.

• Recommended adoption of Mayor's Public Works budget (unanimous)
• Denied $50,000 budget increase for Danbury Museum & Historical Society (3-2)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Zoning Board of Appeals on April 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 27, 2023.

City Council

The Budget Ad Hoc Committee reviewed budget requests for various city departments, including the Public Library, Corporation Counsel, and Economic Development. The committee unanimously voted to recommend the Mayor's budget as presented.

• Recommended the Mayor's budget as presented (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council's Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review the proposed 2023-2024 budget for General Government II departments, including finance, IT, human resources, and employee benefits. The agenda includes a department-by-department comparison of the adopted 2022-2023 budget versus the Mayor's proposed 2023-2024 budget, with changes noted. This is a working session to discuss the proposed budget before final adoption.

• Employee Health & Life Insurance: $23,516,379 to $24,791,142 (increase of $1,274,763)
• Pension Expense: $14,970,000 to $15,284,600 (increase of $314,600)
• Debt Redemption: $10,031,500 to $10,594,500 (increase of $563,000)
• Information Technology: $1,805,875 to $1,980,036 (increase of $174,161)
• Constables: $8,600 to $1,000 (decrease of $7,600)

The Budget Ad Hoc Committee unanimously recommended that the full City Council adopt the 2023-2024 Government II budget. Members discussed staffing challenges, audit delays, and budget increases for Government I and II.

• Recommended adoption of the 2023-2024 Government II budget (unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission is reviewing new applications for subdivision feasibility, parking lot modifications, and home improvements. The body is also considering modifications to existing permits and a cease and desist violation on Barnum Road.

• 1 Mariana Farms Dr.: Feasibility of Subdivision
• 115 Mill Plain Rd.: Parking lot modifications
• 30 & 34 Main: Proposed renovation by Tower Investment Group LLP
• 100 Reserve Road: Application to modify and amend EIC Permit No. 1139
• Barnum Road: Cease & Desist violation

The Environmental Impact Commission approved two applications with staff-mandated conditions. Three other applications were tabled pending staff reports, and one was passed due to lack of attendance.

• Approved Application No. 1099M for 24 Hillandale Rd. modification with seven conditions
• Approved Application No. 1185 for 30 & 34 Main renovation with four conditions
• Tabled Application No. 1189 for 115 Mill Plain Rd. parking modifications until April 26, 2023
• Tabled Application No. 1190 for 44 Forty Acre Mountain Road porch enclosure until April 26, 2023
• Tabled Application No. 1191 for 11 Alan Road retaining wall until April 26, 2023
• Passed Application No. 1188 for Mariana Farms Dr. subdivision feasibility (no one in attendance)
• Scheduled public hearing for Application No. 1139M (100 Reserve Road) for May 10, 2023

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review several requests for proposals and bids. The items include engineering services for city water and sewage systems and sports facility design.

• Amended fee schedule requests for water and sanitary sewage system upgrades from Wright-Pierce and Tata & Howard
• RFP for on-call sports facilities design services
• Polygraph exam services for the Human Resources Dept.
• Renewal of annual incident management and mass notification system for the Office of Emergency Management
• Engineering services for 100 Reserve Road application review

The Board of Awards approved several service contracts, including sports facility design and emergency notifications. The board also extended a polygraph services bid and updated engineering fee schedules. One engineering project for 100 Reserve Road was approved contingent on a fund transfer.

• Extended polygraph exam services bid with Liberty Hill Investigations for one year (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 revised fee schedules for Wright-Pierce and Tata & Howard (Unanimous)
• Awarded on-call sports facilities design services to JJA Sports and Barton & Loguidice (Unanimous)
• Awarded emergency notification system renewal to Everbridge, Inc. for $20,180.22 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Phase I Peer Review for 100 Reserve Road to Fuss & O'Neill for $36,500.00, contingent on fund transfer (Unanimous)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will discuss updates regarding COVID-19 restrictions and the recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners. The meeting includes a presentation from Todd DeLuke of the Pegasus Program regarding hippotherapy for children with disabilities.

• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners
• Update on handicap parking
• Discussion on on-demand transportation
• Guest presentation: Hippo Therapy for Children with disabilities

The commission accepted the minutes from February 14, 2023. Members heard a presentation on the Pegasus Program's therapeutic horse services for children and adults. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from 02/14/23 (All Yes)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing on a stipulated agreement to define and regulate supportive housing facilities in the CA-80 district. The body will also consider a zone change for properties on Pembroke Road and review several new petitions for liquor permits and zoning amendments.

• Public hearing on amending zoning regulations to define Supportive Housing Facilities in the CA-80 district
• Petition to change zone from RA-40 to RA-20 for 1, 3, and unnumbered lot Pembroke Road
• Petition for hotel conversion as a permitted use in the CA-80 zone by Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC
• Petition to change zone from CN-5 to C-CBD for 130, 132-134, and 136 South Street
• Special permit petitions for liquor licenses at 12 Ives Street, 78 Lake Avenue, and 30 Germantown Road

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a stipulated agreement to regulate supportive housing facilities in the CA-80 Zoning District. No vote was taken on the settlement, and a separate zone change petition for Pembroke Road was deferred due to a lack of eligible members present.

• Closed public hearing on 3 Lake Avenue Extension supportive housing settlement (7-0)
• Accepted petition from Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to amend CA-80 regulations (7-0)
• Accepted petition from South Park Properties LLC for zone change from CN-5 to C-CBD (7-0)
• Tabled Pembroke Road Zone Change petition due to insufficient eligible members

City Council

The City Council's Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review proposed budgets for Health & Human Services and Public Safety departments. The agenda lists committee members and city staff, but no specific budget figures or decisions are detailed. This is a budget review session, with proposed budgets available for public inspection.

• Review of Health & Human Services budget
• Review of Public Safety budget (Police, Fire, Emergency Management)
• Discussion of budgets for Animal Control, Veterans Affairs, Elderly Services, Airport, U.N.I.T., HART, Ambulance, Weights & Measures/Consumer Protection

The Budget Ad Hoc committee reviewed budget overviews from various city departments, including Police, Fire, and Health & Human Services. The committee voted to move the Mayor's proposed 2023-2024 budget for these services forward to the City Council.

• Approved moving the 2023-2024 Health & Human Services & Public Safety budget of $51,474,680.00 forward to City Council (Unanimous)

City Council

The Danbury City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The proposed budget document is available in the Legislative Assistant's Office. This is a working session, not a final vote.

• Budget workshop for proposed city budget
• Proposed budget available for review

Civil Service Commission

The Danbury Civil Service Commission is meeting to review and accept the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting, and to address personnel status items including new hires, a promotion, and an applicant appeal. The commission will also discuss qualifications of applicants for Clerk Typist II and certification of an eligibility list for Plumbing-HVAC Inspector.

• New hires: Nancy Ballwig (Legal Secretary), Anec Kolenovic, Matthew Pupczyk, Christina Tirado (Police Officers)
• Promotion: Mark Abney to Lead Pipe Installer
• Applicant appeal for Operator/Repairperson (Applicant 53078759)
• Qualifications of applicants for Clerk Typist II
• Certification of eligibility list for Plumbing-HVAC Inspector

The Commission certified the Plumbing-HVAC Inspector eligibility list and ruled on applicant qualifications for two positions. One appeal for the Operator/Repairperson exam was accepted, and six applicants for Clerk Typist II were rejected.

• Approved meeting minutes from March 22, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted appeal for applicant 53078759 to take the Operator/Repairperson exam (unanimous)
• Rejected six applicants for Clerk Typist II; accepted all other 73 applicants (unanimous)
• Certified Plumbing-HVAC Inspector Eligibility list with expiration date of April 5, 2024 (unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review and discuss several procurement items and service contracts. These include architectural services for school improvements and equipment for city departments.

• Bid #12-22-23-03 for architectural services for Danbury High School Science Lab Improvements
• Traffic Guidelines for the Engineering Dept.
• Purchase of Hach Chlorine Analyzers for the Public Utilities Dept.
• CivicPlus City Website Redesign and annual maintenance for the IT Dept.
• Purchase of 10 ruggedized tablets and accessories for the IT Dept.

The Board of Awards approved several contracts for city infrastructure, IT equipment, and emergency repairs. Key decisions included awarding architectural services for Danbury High School and purchasing specialized equipment for Public Utilities and IT.

• Awarded $301,000 architectural services for Danbury High School Science Lab Improvements to Silver Petrucelli Associates (Unanimous)
• Awarded traffic guideline work to Safety Markings LLC via CRCOG cooperative bid (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,836 sole source purchase of chlorine analyzers from Hach Company (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,166.14 sole source award to CivicPlus for website redesign and maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved $21,750 purchase of 10 ruggedized tablets from Dell Computer using ARPA funds, contingent on consultant approval (Unanimous)
• Approved payment up to $25,000 to Servpro for City Hall water damage and document restoration, contingent on confirmation from Public Buildings Superintendent (Unanimous)

City Council

The Danbury City Council is meeting to consider the proposed $295.75 million general fund budget for fiscal year 2023-24, along with a $3 million bond ordinance for public improvements. The council will also vote on updated sewer and water rates effective July 1, 2023, and several appointments and resolutions.

• Ordinance appropriating $295,750,000 for the FY2023-24 General Fund budget
• Ordinance authorizing $3,000,000 in bonds for public improvements
• Sewer rate ordinance setting quarterly charges (e.g., $38.72 minimum, $0.57 per unit for metered residential)
• Water rate ordinance effective July 1, 2023
• Police promotion of Andrew Corrado to Police Captain and appointment of eight new police officers

The City Council voted to maintain existing ward boundaries subject to a public hearing. The council also approved several grant applications for police and health services and appointed a new council member for the fourth ward.

• Readopted current reapportionment plan for wards and voting boundaries (12-6)
• Approved appointment of Diana Merchan to City Council for the fourth ward (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for Mayor to negotiate acquisition of 36 Mountainville Road for open space (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 DOJ Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act grant (unanimous)
• Approved $280,714 CT DPH & CDC COVID-19 supplement grant (unanimous)
• Approved $600 State of CT Citizens Corps Program funding (unanimous)
• Confirmed promotion of Andrew Corrado to Police Captain (unanimous)
• Tabled Downtown Special Services District Tax Levy to May 2, 2023 (unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards approved contracts for a dump body unit and road maintenance surfacing. The board also authorized a sole source subscription renewal for West Law for the Office of the Corporation Counsel.

• Awarded Bid #03-22-23-01 for dump body unit with plow and spreader to Viking Cives for $109,335.00 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Bid #02-22-23-04 for Road Maintenance/Surfacing to The Gorman Group (Unanimous)
• Awarded sole source West Law subscription renewal to Thomas Reuters at $1,987.20 per month for the first year (Unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Danbury Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly act on a rezoning petition for Pembroke Road, and to introduce several zoning regulation amendments, including updates to electric vehicle charging stations and outdoor dining rules. Public hearings for the amendments are scheduled for April 25, 2023, and for a special permit for a café liquor license on April 11, 2023. The meeting will also include an executive session on pending litigation.

• Change of Zone from RA-40 to RA-20 for properties on Pembroke Road (owned by Robert Morsey and 3775 LLC)
• Amend Section 3.G.11 to revise Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations regulation to comply with Public Act 22-25
• Amend Sections 2.B., 3.G., & 10.B.2. to clarify accessory use size, establish outdoor dining as accessory use, and add a fee for outdoor dining permits
• Special Permit for Café Liquor License for Billy Beans Café II at 86-90 White Street (former Meeker's Hardware Building)
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: 3 Lake Avenue Extension, LLC v. City of Danbury Zoning Commission

The Commission voted to hold a public hearing on a settlement offer regarding litigation for 3 Lake Avenue Extension. Additionally, the board accepted two petitions to amend zoning regulations concerning electric vehicle charging stations and outdoor dining.

• Approved referral of settlement offer for 3 Lake Avenue Extension to public hearing on April 11, 2023 (5-4)
• Accepted petition to amend Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations regulation (9-0)
• Accepted petition to amend accessory use definitions and outdoor dining permits (9-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 minutes (9-0)
• Tabled petition of 3775 LLC for zone change from RA-40 to RA-20

Cultural Commission

The Commission is reviewing various cultural projects including a poet laureate request and upcoming walking tours. Members are also considering a grant request from visual artist Deepti Nagaraja and discussing the progress of Make Music Day.

• $750 Make Music Day Grant received
• Grant request review for visual artist Deepti Nagaraja
• City walking tour with the Museum in May
• Sidewalk Chalk Art with CityCenter in July
• Poet Laureate request for Mayoral support sent March 6, 2023

The Commission approved a grant for a local artist's exhibit and workshop. Members also voted to proceed with naming a city poet laureate and approved a Jane Jacobs architectural walk. The February meeting minutes were accepted.

• Approved $3,000 grant for Deepti Nagaraja's 'Blossom and Blooms' project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceeding with naming a city poet laureate (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved plans for a Jane Jacobs architectural walk on May 9 (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted February meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Danbury Planning Commission is holding a special virtual meeting to conduct public hearings on two applications: a rooftop wireless communication facility at 18 Old Ridgebury Road and an automobile service station with convenience market at 32 Germantown Road. The commission will also discuss zoning amendments for electric vehicle charging stations and outdoor dining, and consider extensions for previously approved site plans.

• Public hearing: Wireless communication facility (Dish Wireless) at 18 Old Ridgebury Road, CA-80 zone
• Public hearing: Auto service station and convenience market at 32 Germantown Road, CG-20 zone
• Discussion: Zoning amendment to revise electric vehicle charging station regulations per Public Act 22-25
• Discussion: Zoning amendment to establish outdoor dining as permanent accessory use and add permit fee
• Extension requests: Five-year extension for Kilco LLC site plan (10 Old Sherman Turnpike) and one-year extension for Pondview Estates subdivision

The Commission granted two site plan extensions and moved a wireless facility application toward approval. A proposal for a gas station and convenience store at 32 Germantown Road was continued pending further traffic circulation details.

• Approved five-year site plan extension for Kilco LLC at 10 Old Sherman Turnpike (5-0)
• Approved one-year site plan extension for Pondview Estates at Corner Pond Court (5-0)
• Approved February 1 and March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Moved wireless facility application for 18 Old Ridgebury Road to Old Business for resolution (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for proposed gas station at 32 Germantown Road (5-0)

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the acquisition of property for open space and public use. The Mayor requested the item be referred to an ad hoc committee for initial discussion in executive session due to a request for confidentiality from the land owners.

• Acquisition of property for open space and public use
• Police Department appointments for Tirado and Pupezyk
• COVID bonus for non-union employees
• Reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 funds
• Lease and purchase of property at 98 Elm Street

The Ad Hoc Committee unanimously recommended that the full City Council authorize the Mayor and Corporation Counsel to negotiate the acquisition of 36 Mountainville Road. The 16-acre property is proposed for use as open space and public use.

• Recommended authorization for Mayor and Corporation Counsel to negotiate acquisition of 36 Mountainville Road (Unanimous)

City Council

The Danbury City Council's Ad Hoc Committee on Reapportionment is meeting for the third time to finalize a ward redistricting plan. The committee is reviewing population data and proposals to balance the city's seven wards, with a target population of 12,360 per ward. The plan must be approved by the full Council by March 1st.

• Review of reapportionment plan with ward population deviations ranging from -0.92% to +0.94%
• Discussion of Proposal A and Proposal B for ward boundaries
• Committee membership change: Councilman Chianese added, Councilman Visconti removed
• New Ad Hoc Committee on Education Budget established
• Previous meeting recommitted reapportionment item to committee

The Reapportionment (2022) Committee voted to recommend that the City Council maintain the existing seven voting wards and boundaries. This recommendation follows a review by a demographic expert regarding compliance with the Voting Rights Act.

• Recommended keeping current voting wards and boundaries (unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The commission will review several permit modifications and a subdivision feasibility study. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a proposed renovation at 30 & 34 Main Street.

• Permit modification for 100 Reserve Road (SC Ridge Owner LLC)
• Extension request for 10 Old Sherman Turnpike (KILCO, LLC)
• Permit modification for 24 Hillandale Rd. (Castellano, Dennis & Lisann)
• Subdivision feasibility study for 1 Mariana Farms Dr. (Piacente, Devin & Josemary)
• Public hearing for proposed renovation at 30 & 34 Main (The Legacy on Main)

The Commission approved a request for an extension for a project at 10 Old Sherman Turnpike. A public hearing was scheduled for a Reserve Road application, and a proposal for 'The Legacy on Main' was sent to staff for a Project Impact Report.

• Approved request for extension of Application No. 1083 (10 Old Sherman Turnpike)
• Moved Application No. 1139M (100 Reserve Road) to public hearing on April 26, 2023
• Tabled Application No. 1188 (1 Mariana Farms Dr.) to April 12, 2023
• Closed public hearing for Application No. 1185 (30 & 34 Main) and sent to staff for Project Impact Report

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will decide on the removal of several police officer candidates and the reversal of a removal for a Clerk Typist II candidate. The body will also review the certification of eligibility lists for multiple municipal roles.

• Removal of Entry Level Police Officer Candidate 115763
• Removal of Certified Police Officer Candidates 602512, 581555, 591298, 563033, and 565243
• Reversal of removal for Clerk Typist II Candidate 52599676
• Certification of eligibility lists for Deputy Fire Marshal, Deputy Tax Assessor, and Payroll Supervisor
• Certification of eligibility lists for Secretary, Tree Worker/Climber, Operator Repairperson, and Public Health Inspector

The Commission certified the Deputy Fire Marshal Eligibility list and updated several police and clerical eligibility lists. The board also voted on the qualification of applicants for multiple city positions, including Payroll Supervisor, Secretary, and Public Health Inspector.

• Certified Deputy Fire Marshal Eligibility list with expiration date of March 22, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Removed Patrickk Rath from Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Removed Yan Poon, Nicholas Ryan, Osmairy Castillo, Kenyatta Danclar, and Luilly Baez from Certified Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Reversed removal of candidate 52599676 from Clerk Typist II Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2 and rejected 5 applicants for Payroll Supervisor (Unanimous)
• Accepted 64 and rejected 3 applicants for Secretary (Unanimous)
• Accepted 3 and rejected 5 applicants for Tree Worker (Unanimous)
• Accepted 3 and rejected 4 applicants for Operator/Repairperson (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review and consider bids for various city contracts and equipment purchases. Items include school facility improvements, IT upgrades for police vehicles, and a homeless shelter agreement.

• Replacement of playscape equipment at Morris Street School
• Extension of MOU with Association of Religious Communities for homeless shelter at 41 New Street
• Reroofing of King Street Elementary School
• Purchase of ruggedized laptops and Zebra thermal receipt printers for Police Dept. vehicles
• CivicPlus City Website Redesign and Intranet Service Pages Module

The Board of Awards unanimously approved multiple vendor contracts for IT equipment, school infrastructure, and public utilities. Key decisions included a major reroofing project for King Street Elementary School and a playscape replacement at Morris Street School.

• Approved $1.7M reroof of King Street Elementary School via Garland/DBS, Inc.
• Approved $398,833.84 for Morris Street School playscape equipment from Childscapes
• Approved $51,500 for additional architectural services from Friar Architecture
• Awarded 2023 paving season contract to A&J Construction as low bidder
• Approved $37,280.85 for 15 police vehicle laptops from Dell Computer
• Awarded propane autogas for school bus fleet to Norbert E. Mitchell Co., Inc. at $1.1785/gallon
• Extended MOU with Association of Religious Communities for homeless shelter at 41 New Street to June 30, 2023
• Approved $58,667.36 for turbidity testing equipment from Hach Company

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will meet to review the February 2023 financial reports and minutes. The body will discuss ongoing fundraising, the Easter Egg Hunt, and LoCIP projects.

• Review of Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for February 2023
• Discussion of fundraising and sponsorships
• Planning for Easter Egg Hunt
• Update on LoCIP projects

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review reports from the Business Manager, Golf Professional, and Grounds staff. The agenda includes an update on the Richter House and a discussion regarding potential vacancies or absences.

• Richter House update
• Discussion on potential vacancies and absences

The Authority approved the minutes from the February meeting and accepted the financial report for audit. The board received updates on the golf course opening, upcoming art and musical seasons, and the status of the Richter House.

• Approved February meeting minutes
• Accepted financial report and placed on file for audit

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will discuss a petition to change the zone of three lots on Pembroke Road from RA-40 to RA-20. The body will also review petitions to amend regulations regarding electric vehicle charging stations and outdoor dining, and a liquor license permit for 86-90 White Street.

• Petition by 3775 LLC to change zone from RA-40 to RA-20 for 1, 3, and unnumbered lot Pembroke Road
• Proposed amendment to Section 3.G.11. regarding Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations
• Proposed amendments to Secs. 2.B., 3.G., & 10.B.2. regarding accessory use and outdoor dining permits
• Special Permit petition for Billy Beans Café II at 86-90 White Street for a Café Liquor License
• Executive Session regarding litigation: 3 Lake Avenue Extension, LLC v. City of Danbury Zoning Commission

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will discuss updates regarding COVID-19 restrictions for in-person meetings and the recruitment of regular and alternate commissioners. The agenda also includes updates on handicap parking and on-demand transportation.

• Recruitment of two regular and three alternate commissioners
• Handicap parking update
• On demand transportation discussion

The commission met remotely to approve the minutes from the February 8, 2022, meeting. The session consisted primarily of updates on commissioners, COVID-19 restrictions, and social media management. No new policies or funding were decided.

• Approved minutes of the 02/08/22 meeting (All Yea)

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission will discuss a petition to change the zoning of three lots on Pembroke Road from RA-40 to RA-20. The body will also review proposed amendments to regulations regarding electric vehicle charging stations and outdoor dining permits.

• Petition by 3775 LLC to change zone from RA-40 to RA-20 for 1, 3, and unnumbered lot Pembroke Road
• Proposed amendment to Section 3.G.11. regarding Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) Stations
• Proposed amendments to Sections 2.B., 3.G., and 10.B.2. regarding accessory use and outdoor dining permits
• Special Permit petition for Billy Beans Café at 86-90 White Street for a Café Liquor License
• Executive session regarding litigation: 3 Lake Avenue Extension, LLC v. City of Danbury Zoning Commission

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to decide on the reinstatement of a candidate from the Clerk Typist II list. The body will also review the qualifications of applicants for three specific roles.

• Decision to reverse the removal of candidate 52599676 on the Clerk Typist II List
• Review of qualifications for Deputy Tax Assessor
• Review of qualifications for Payroll Supervisor
• Review of qualifications for Secretary

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved a driveway grade variance for Joe's Hill Road and setback reductions for a contractor's garage on Starr Street. A request for a garage and addition at 1 Delta Ave was denied. One application for a garage addition at 9 Charlottes Way was tabled.

• Approved driveway grade variance from 12% to 16% at 9A Joe's Hill Road (4-0)
• Approved front yard setback and planting strip reductions at 62 Triangle St (4-0)
• Denied application for garage, addition, and deck at 1 Delta Ave (5-0)
• Tabled application for garage addition at 9 Charlottes Way until May 11, 2023 (4-0)
• Accepted February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several items including police appointments, property acquisitions, and fund reallocations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding COVID bonuses for non-union employees and a request to modify the current tax revaluation process.

• Police Department appointments for Christina Tirado and Matthew Pupczyk
• COVID bonus of $3,600 for Police, Fire, and Health departments; $2,000 for other non-union employees
• Donation from Hologic consisting of five file cabinets valued at approximately $2,640 each
• Donation of $4,000 from My Old House LLC to repair Civil Air Patrol offices
• ARPA fund reallocation of $220,000 for the Summer Youth Program

The City Council authorized the Mayor to execute the purchase and sale agreement for 98 Elm Street. Members also approved several grant applications and the reallocation of ARPA funds. A request to hold a public hearing regarding the 98 Elm Street purchase was denied.

• Approved purchase and sale agreement for 98 Elm Street (13-5)
• Denied request for public hearing on 98 Elm Street purchase (10-9)
• Approved COVID bonuses for certain non-union full-time employees via ARPA funds (17-0-1)
• Approved reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds (Unanimous)
• Approved revised resolution to apply for state grant for 71 Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved naming of Kenosia Park Field #4 as Minganchos Field (Unanimous)
• Authorized application for PCLB Foundation grant up to $75,000 for Elderly Services (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments of Christina Tirado and Matthew Pupczyk as Police Officers (Unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission's regular meeting scheduled for March 8, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for March 22, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 22, 2023, 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers

Civil Service Commission

The commission is meeting to review personnel promotions and the removal of specific police officer candidates. The body will also discuss the qualifications of applicants for the Deputy Fire Marshal and Assistant Finance Director positions.

• Promotions of Dora Medina and Kamyla Correa to Clerk Typist II
• Removal of Entry Level Police Officer candidates 21 2047 and 607043
• Removal of Certified Police Officers 604535 and 603953
• Review of qualifications for Deputy Fire Marshal
• Review of qualifications for Assistant Finance Director

The Commission approved the qualification of applicants for Deputy Fire Marshal and Assistant Director of Finance positions. Several candidates were removed from the Detective, Entry Level, and Certified Police Officer eligibility lists, as well as the Clerk Typist II list.

• Approved meeting minutes from February 22, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Removed candidate 46860507 from Detective Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Removed candidate 52599676 from Clerk Typist II Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Accepted four applicants for Deputy Fire Marshal (Unanimous)
• Accepted three applicants and rejected nine applicants for Assistant Director of Finance (Unanimous)
• Removed Kenson Charlestin from Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Removed Miguel Ocasio from Certified Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Removed Josue Torres and Nicholas Cosmo from Certified Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids and requests for proposals across multiple city departments. The items include professional services, equipment purchases, and emergency repairs.

• Purchase of a new Caterpillar Model 309-07A CR Excavator for Public Works
• Emergency replacement of heat pump at Police Headquarters
• Purchase of 10 Motorola Mobile Radios for Police patrol vehicles
• Downtown Danbury Zoning Study for the Planning & Zoning Dept.
• Bids for heating fuel and motor fuels for city departments

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several vendor contracts, including a $197,515 excavator for Public Utilities and a $150,000 zoning study. The board also declared a water main break an emergency and awarded a contract for valve work to Jack Farrelly Company.

• Awarded state lobbying services to Capitol Hill Group and Sullivan & LeShane ($60,000 budget)
• Extended video production contract with Rmedia, LLC for one year ($18,000)
• Awarded Downtown Danbury Zoning Study to FHI Studio as sole source ($150,000)
• Approved $197,515 purchase of Caterpillar excavator from H.O. Penn Machinery
• Declared water main break emergency and awarded valve work to Jack Farrelly Company (up to $25,705.40)
• Awarded heating and motor fuel bids to Norbert E. Mitchell Co., Inc. based on low firm differential
• Approved $30,417.25 for 10 Motorola mobile radios for Police Dept.
• Awarded vending truck licenses at Rogers Park to Tacos y Antojitos La Micheacana, J&E Ice Cream, and El Valle del Upano

Planning Commission

The commission will review several site plan applications including a fast food restaurant at Sugar Hollow Road and a wireless facility at Old Ridgebury Road. Members will also consider multiple requests for five-year extensions of previous subdivision and site plan approvals.

• Revised Site Plan for a new fast food restaurant with drive-thru at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue
• Revised Floodplain Permit for Target Corporation at Danbury Fair Mall, 7 Backus Avenue
• Floodplain Permit for auto repair facility renovation at 33 Rose Street
• Wireless Communication Facility application for 18 Old Ridgebury Road
• Five-year extension requests for Beachwood Grove, Glen Brook Estates, and Candlewood Pines

The Commission approved a site plan for a fast food restaurant and a floodplain permit for Target. It also recommended the City's purchase of 98 Elm Street for a homeless shelter and granted three five-year project extensions under Public Act #21-163.

• Approved revised site plan for fast food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue (3-0)
• Approved revised floodplain permit for Target at 7 Backus Avenue (3-0)
• Recommended approval for City lease and purchase of 98 Elm Street for homeless shelter (3-0)
• Approved 5-year extension for Beachwood Grove Subdivision to April 16, 2027 (3-0)
• Approved 5-year extension for Glen Brook Estates to December 19, 2026 (3-0)
• Approved 5-year extension for Candlewood Pines to October 1, 2027 (3-0)
• Tabled acceptance of February 1, 2023 minutes

Cultural Commission

The Danbury Cultural Commission will discuss appointing a Poet Laureate for the city, consider budgets for Jane Jacobs Walk ($275) and a podcast interview series (up to $200), and review a $120 dues payment to the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut. The meeting will be held via Zoom only due to potential poor weather.

• Discussion on naming a Poet Laureate for Danbury
• Budget request for Jane Jacobs Walk: $275 ($250 museum, $25 refreshments)
• Budget request for podcast interview series: up to $200
• Dues for Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut: $120
• Reapplication for CT Humanities grant disbursement via Bill.com (invoice #CCF-747232)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for March 9, 2023.

• Meeting cancellation notice posted February 22, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four applications seeking zoning variances. Items include reducing side and front yard setbacks for garage additions and a deck, increasing driveway grade, and reducing a front yard planting strip. No continued hearings, old business, or new business are listed.

• 9 Charlottes Way: reduce minimum side yard setback from 40' to 25.5' for a proposed garage addition
• 13 Joe's Hill Rd.: increase maximum driveway centerline grade from 12% to 16%
• 62 Triangle St.: reduce front yard setback from 30' to 21' on Starr St. and front yard planting strip from 20' to 11'
• 1 Delta Ave.: multiple setback reductions for a garage, addition, and deck, plus increase building coverage from 20% to 24.1%

Zoning Commission

The Danbury Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition by 377 LLC to rezone three parcels on Pembroke Road from RA-40 to RA-20. The meeting will be held virtually on Zoom at 7:30 PM on February 28, 2023. The commission will also consider minutes from its February 6 meeting.

• Public hearing on 377 LLC's petition to rezone 1, 3, and unnumbered Pembroke Road from RA-40 to RA-20
• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023, in person at City Council Chambers, with an executive session on pending litigation (Docket DBD-CV-22-6041619S, 3 Lake Avenue Extension LLC v. Danbury Zoning Commission)

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a petition by 3775 LLC to change the zoning of parcels on Pembroke Road from RA-40 to RA-20. No final decision on the rezoning was recorded in the minutes. The Commission also noted a forthcoming Executive Session regarding litigation for 3 Lake Avenue Extension.

• Approved February 6, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Closed public hearing for 3775 LLC rezoning petition (7-0)

City Council

The Government Entities Review Committee will meet to review seven specific city commissions and authorities. This meeting is focused on the evaluation of these designated bodies.

• Review of the City of Danbury Cultural Commission
• Review of the Commission on Aging
• Review of the Parking Authority of the City of Danbury
• Review of the Danbury Housing Partnership
• Review of the Lake Kenosia Commission

The Government Entities Review Committee voted to extend the terms of several city commissions and one board, most through June 30, 2027. The Danbury Housing Partnership received a shorter one-year extension. All recommendations were referred to the full City Council for adoption and a public hearing.

• Extended Cultural Commission to June 30, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Extended Danbury Commission on Aging to June 30, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Extended Parking Authority of the City of Danbury to June 30, 2027 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Extended Danbury Housing Partnership to June 30, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Re-established Kenosia Commission to June 30, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Renewed Flood and Erosion Control Board to June 30, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Extended Youth Commission to June 30, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Referred all recommendations to full City Council for adoption and public hearing (Unanimous)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is meeting to discuss new business regarding a project at Richter Park Golf Course. The body will also address a cease and desist violation on Barnum Road.

• Turf erosion control at 100 Aunt Hack Road (Richter Park Golf Course)
• Cease & Desist violation on Barnum Road
• Proposed renovation at 30 & 34 Main (The Legacy on Main) with public hearing set for March 22, 2023

The Environmental Impact Commission approved a request for turf erosion control at the Richter Park Golf Course. The project involved the construction of a rock wall to prevent a bank of rough from eroding into a retention pond.

• Approved administrative approval for turf erosion control at 100 Aunt Hack Road (Richter Park Golf Course)
• Accepted minutes from February 8, 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Danbury Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss new hires including six police officers and a truck driver, a promotion to police sergeant, removal of specific police officer candidates, review qualifications for lead pipe installer and plumbing HVAC positions, and certify eligibility lists for clerk typist II and equipment mechanic roles.

• New hires: William Magrino, David Viertel, Olgamarianne Orengo, Miquel Perdomo, Carmen Mistretta, Stephen Perry as police officers
• New hire: Thomas Blackman as truck driver for Highway Department
• Promotion: Anthony Mistretta to police sergeant
• Removal of candidates for entry-level police officer (IDs 215295, 233915, 220567, 242020) and certified police officer (ID 589911)
• Certification of eligibility lists for Clerk Typist II and Equipment Mechanic

The Commission removed five candidates from the Entry Level and Certified Police Officer eligibility lists. It also qualified applicants for Lead Pipe Installer and Plumbing HVAC Inspector roles and certified two eligibility lists.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Removed Konrad Dziedzic, Brandon Ernst, Joseph Deluca, and Alexander Moran from Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Removed Michael Benzinger from Certified Police Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Accepted one applicant and rejected one for Lead Pipe Installer (unanimous)
• Accepted three applicants and rejected two for Plumbing HVAC Inspector (unanimous)
• Certified Clerk Typist II Eligibility list through February 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Certified Equipment Mechanic Eligibility list through February 22, 2024 (unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to consider several procurement items and contracts. These include vehicle purchases for the police and highway departments and various infrastructure repair services.

• Purchase of Peterbilt Cab & Chassis for the Highway Dept.
• Change order for new Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicles
• Pothole repair service for the Highway Dept.
• Road-paving related drainage repairs
• Price increase request for Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda) for the Water Dept.

The Board of Awards approved several equipment purchases and contract amendments, including a new Peterbilt cab and chassis and ten police interceptor vehicles. The board also authorized price increases for water department chemicals and extended a road-paving drainage repair contract.

• Approved $137,121.00 purchase of Peterbilt Cab & Chassis from The Peterbilt Store (Unanimous)
• Approved change order for 10 2023 Ford Utility Police Interceptor vehicles at $43,156.00 each from MHQ Municipal (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000.00 amendment to Shock Electric purchase order for traffic signal repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved price increase for Sodium Hydroxide to $.1978 per wet pound from Univar Solutions (Unanimous)
• Extended road-paving drainage repair contract with Earthmovers, Inc. for one year (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,000.00 amendment to LF Powers purchase order for automotive and equipment oils (Unanimous)
• Approved sole source award to Patch Management, Inc. for pothole repair at $800.00 per ton, not to exceed $38,400.00 (Unanimous)

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will meet to review financial reports and the Executive Director's report. The body will discuss ongoing business regarding sponsorships, an Easter Egg Hunt, and LoCIP projects.

• Review of Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for January 2023
• Discussion of fundraising and sponsorships
• Planning for Easter Egg Hunt
• Discussion of LoCIP projects

City Council

The City Council's Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss a proposed lease and purchase agreement for 98 Elm Street, a property the city intends to use as a 20-bed homeless shelter. The city would lease the property from the Housing Authority of the City of Danbury with a purchase price of $955,000, with a potential assignment to Pacific House if state funding becomes available. The item was referred to the Ad Hoc Committee at the February 7, 2023 City Council meeting.

• Lease and purchase of 98 Elm Street from Housing Authority for $955,000
• Property to be used as a 20-bed homeless shelter
• Potential assignment to Pacific House if state funding secured by September 15, 2023
• Ad Hoc Committee includes Corporation Counsel, Planning, Finance, Housing Authority, Pacific House, and Mayor's Office representatives
• Item referred to Planning Commission for report under General Statutes § 8-24

The committee voted to recommend that the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute a purchase and sale agreement for 98 Elm Street. This recommendation is subject to a report and recommendation from the Planning Commission.

• Recommended to City Council that Mayor execute purchase & sale agreement of 98 Elm Street, subject to Planning Commission report (Unanimous)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will conduct its monthly meeting to review reports from the Business Manager, Head Golf Professional/General Manager, and Grounds and Greens. The agenda includes updates on the Richter House and a discussion regarding the Superintendent’s contract.

• Richter House update
• Superintendent’s contract

The Authority approved the recommendations for the Superintendent's contract and renewed a Twilight Pass. The board also accepted the financial report and approved minutes from three previous committee and board meetings.

• Approved Superintendent's contract recommendations (6-2)
• Approved renewal of Mr. LoRusso’s Twilight Pass
• Accepted financial report and placed on file for audit
• Approved January 11th Contract Committee meeting minutes
• Approved January RPA meeting minutes
• Approved January Master Plan Committee meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the acquisition and potential revitalization of the old courthouse at 71 Main Street. The committee is evaluating a joint grant application with the Connecticut Community Facility Development Corporation (CCFDC) to fund the project.

• Discussion of state surplus property at 71 Main Street (Old Courthouse)
• Proposed $3,000,000 grant application through the State of Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
• Estimated project total of approximately $4,990,000 for acquisition and renovation
• Proposed acquisition of adjacent parcels including 67 Main Street and 1 Park Place

The committee recommended that the City and the Connecticut Community Facility Development Corporation apply for a $6.5 million state grant. The funds would be used to acquire five parcels, including the historic courthouse at 71 Main Street, for revitalization and housing.

• Recommended approval of a $6.5 million grant application to the DECD for the acquisition of five parcels and courthouse repairs (carried with 1 abstention)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for February 15, 2023, has been cancelled.

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Danbury Commission for Persons with Disabilities will meet remotely to discuss handicap parking updates, COVID restrictions, and social media outreach. The commission also seeks to fill two regular and three alternate member positions.

• Seeking two regular and three alternate commission members
• Handicap parking update
• COVID restrictions update
• Social media update (Facebook: 222 likes)
• Next meeting scheduled for March 14, 2023

The Commission identified that the Danbury Library's service animal policy did not include miniature horses. Chairman John Gentile reported that he and Director Katie Person informed Corporation Counsel Les Pinter to update the policy for legal compliance.

• Approved Dec. 13, 2023 minutes (All-Yes)
• Determined Danbury Library service animal policy requires update to include miniature horses

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Danbury Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on application #22-29 for 61 Liberty Street, seeking a use variance to convert a non-conforming club into a non-conforming restaurant serving liquor in the RMF-4 zone. The meeting also includes acceptance of minutes from January 12 and 19, 2023. No other business is scheduled.

• Public hearing on use variance for 61 Liberty Street: change from club to restaurant with liquor in RMF-4 zone
• Acceptance of minutes from January 12 and January 19, 2023
• Next regular meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request by OTROP Investments, LLC to change the use of 61 Liberty Street from a social club to a restaurant serving liquor. The board cited traffic safety concerns, negative referrals from the Planning and Zoning Commissions, and a lack of control over second-floor usage.

• Denied Application No. 22-29 for use variance at 61 Liberty Street (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from January 12, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from January 19, 2023 special meeting (4-0)

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 8, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. New business includes a proposed renovation at 30 & 34 Main Street (The Legacy on Main). Old business covers a groundwater pumping system at 11 Augusta Drive and a septic plan at 7 Tanmar Drive.

• New Business: #1185 – Proposed renovation at 30 & 34 Main Street (The Legacy on Main) in the C-CBD Zone, agent Tower Beecher
• Old Business: #1181 – Installation of groundwater pumping system at 11 Augusta Drive (Electroformers, LLC)
• Old Business: #1184 – Site septic plan, construction and erosion controls for proposed dwelling at 7 Tanmar Drive
• Administrative Approval: #1886 – Covered, screened-in deck at 41 Saddle Rock Road in RA-40 Zone
• Correspondence: Notice of Environmental Land Use Restriction at 5 & 10 Prindle Lane (former RR Donnelly & Sons printing facility)

The commission approved two projects with staff-imposed conditions and moved a deck project to administrative approval. A proposed renovation at 30 & 34 Main was tabled to schedule a public hearing.

• Approved #1181 groundwater pumping system at 11 Augusta Drive with three staff conditions
• Approved #1184 site septic plan and erosion controls at 7 Tanmar Drive with eight staff conditions
• Moved #1886 covered, screened-in deck at 41 Saddle Rock Rd. to Administrative Approval
• Tabled #1185 renovation at 30 & 34 Main (The Legacy on Main) to schedule a Public Hearing
• Accepted minutes of January 24, 2023 Special Meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and accept minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting. They will discuss personnel status, including new hires James Main and Paul Fisher as Truck Drivers for the Highway Department, and Tamires DaSilva as Municipal Agent for Elderly Services. New business includes reviewing qualifications for Equipment Mechanic and Technology Program Coordinator, and certifying an eligibility list for Certified Police Officer.

• New hires: James Main & Paul Fisher – Truck Driver, Highway Department
• New hire: Tamires DaSilva – Municipal Agent, Elderly Services
• Review of qualifications for Equipment Mechanic position
• Review of qualifications for Technology Program Coordinator position
• Certification of Eligibility List for Certified Police Officer

The Commission certified the Certified Police Officer Eligibility list and reviewed applicant qualifications for two municipal positions. New hires for the Highway and Elderly Services departments were also noted.

• Approved meeting minutes from February 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted 9 applicants and rejected 2 for Equipment Mechanic position (unanimous)
• Accepted 5 applicants and rejected 8 for Technology Program Coordinator position (unanimous)
• Certified the Certified Police Officer Eligibility list with expiration date of February 8, 2024 (unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards will meet to consider three items: an emergency replacement of the heat pump at Police Headquarters, on-call water treatment consultation services for two water treatment plants, and the purchase of 35 iPads with cases for the Fire Department. Department heads or their immediate assistants are required to attend. The public may view or listen via Zoom.

• Emergency Replacement of the Heat Pump at Police Headquarters – Public Buildings Dept.
• On-Call Water Treatment Consultation Services for West Lake & Margerie Water Treatment Plants – Public Utilities Dept.
• Purchase of iPads (35) with Cases for Fire Dept. – IT Dept.

The Board approved a contract for water treatment consultation and the purchase of 35 iPads for the Fire Department. The Board also declared an emergency for a heat pump replacement at Police Headquarters to waive formal bidding.

• Declared emergency for Police Headquarters heat pump replacement to waive formal bidding (Unanimous)
• Awarded water treatment consultation for West Lake & Margerie plants to GHD, Inc. not to exceed $20,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Awarded purchase of 35 iPads and cases for Fire Dept. to Verizon for $20,532.29, contingent on ARPA consultant approval (Unanimous)

General Employees Pension Plan Fund

The General Employees Pension Plan Board will hold a special meeting on February 8, 2023 at 11:30 AM in the Finance Department conference room. The sole item for discussion is the re-balancing recommendations presented by Graystone Consulting at the January 18, 2023 Joint Pension Board Meeting.

• Re-balancing recommendations from Graystone Consulting

City Council

The City Council will consider a bond for water system asset upgrades and the lease and purchase of property at 98 Elm Street. The body will also review police department promotions and appointments and several grant resolutions.

• Bond for Water System Assets upgrades and improvements
• Lease and purchase of property at 98 Elm Street
• CT DECD Urban Development Projects Grant for Richter House Improvements
• Flood Management Feasibility Study for the Upper Reaches of the Still River
• Water main extension application for 21 Old Sherman Turnpike

The City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to appropriate $115 million for water system infrastructure improvements, pending a special city meeting on April 25, 2023. The council also approved several police appointments and grants for the Richter House and health care coverage.

• Approved $115M appropriation and bond issuance for water system upgrades (Unanimous)
• Approved $650,000 CT DECD grant for Richter House improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 CT Health Foundation grant for health care coverage (Unanimous)
• Authorized cost-sharing agreement for Still River Flood Risk Management study (Unanimous)
• Confirmed promotion of Anthony Mistretta to Police Sergeant (Unanimous)
• Confirmed Stephen Perry and Anec Kolenovic as Certified Police Officers (Unanimous)
• Confirmed five entry-level Police Officers (Unanimous)
• Recommitted reapportionment report back to Ad Hoc committee (Unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The Commission is reviewing a referral for OTROP Investments, LLC regarding a property at 61 Liberty St. The request seeks to change the use of the property from a club to a restaurant serving liquor in the RMF-4 Zone.

• ZBA Referral (Application #22-29): OTROP Investments, LLC; 61 Liberty St.; variance for change in use from club to restaurant serving liquor
• Petition of 3775 LLC: Change of Zone from RA-40 to RA-20 for Pembroke Road properties (rescheduled for February 28, 2023)
• Withdrawn Petition: South Park Properties LLC; 130, 132-134, & 136 South Street; Change of Zone from CN-5 to RMF-4

The Commission issued a negative recommendation regarding a use variance for OTROP Investments, LLC to convert a club into a restaurant serving liquor. Members cited a lack of hardship and suggested rezoning to C-CBD as a more appropriate alternative.

• Approved January 10, 2023 minutes (9-0)
• Issued negative recommendation for use variance at 61 Liberty St. (8-1)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review personnel promotions and candidate eligibility. The body will discuss the removal of specific candidates for police and accounting roles and review qualifications for several other positions.

• Promotion of Douglas Evanuska to Lead Tree Operator in the Forestry Department
• Removal of three Entry Level Police Officer candidates and one Accountant / Payroll Supervisor candidate
• Review of qualifications for Clerk Typist II, Deputy Assessor, and Engineer I
• Certification of Eligibility List for Legal Secretary
• Extension of Eligibility List for Assistant Registrar of Vital Statistics

The Commission removed three candidates from the Entry Level Police Officer list and one from the Accountant/Payroll Supervisor list. It also qualified applicants for Clerk Typist II and rejected all applicants for Deputy Assessor and Engineer I. Two eligibility lists were certified or extended.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 11, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Removed Ryan Chizmadia, Charles Lake, and Andrew Kemmerer from Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Removed candidate 52111981 from Accountant/Payroll Supervisor consideration (Unanimous)
• Accepted 3 applicants and rejected 2 for Clerk Typist II (Unanimous)
• Rejected 9 applicants for Deputy Assessor (Unanimous)
• Rejected 2 applicants for Engineer I (Unanimous)
• Certified Legal Secretary Eligibility list through February 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Extended Assistant Registrar of Vital Statistics Eligibility list through March 23, 2024 (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to discuss and decide on several procurement items. These include facility agreements, safety equipment, and engineering services for city departments.

• Western Connecticut State University Facilities Use Agreement for 2023 Clean City Day
• BCI Burke Accessory Safety Playground Swing Mats for Construction Services Dept.
• Engineering and Design Services for Danbury High School Crotty Stadium Upper Plaza and Pavement Repair Project
• Three Miovision Technologies Traffic Video Detection Systems for Engineering Dept.
• Crafco Super Shot 125 Diesel Crack Sealer for Highway Dept.

The Board of Awards unanimously approved five requisitions for city services and equipment. These include traffic detection systems, road maintenance machinery, and playground safety mats.

• Approved facility use agreement with Western Connecticut State University for 2023 Clean City Day (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,604.96 purchase of BCI Burke playground swing mats from Childscapes using ARPA funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $36,000.00 for engineering and design services from JJA Sports for Crotty Stadium (Unanimous)
• Approved $49,950.00 purchase of three Miovision Technologies traffic video detection systems (Unanimous)
• Approved $69,824.77 purchase of a Crafco Super Shot 125 Diesel Crack Sealer (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on the six-year Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also review several site plan applications and zoning change petitions.

• Proposed Capital Improvement Plan FY 23/24 – FY 28/29
• Special Exception for fast food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue
• Special Exception for building materials storage at 2 Ye Olde Road
• Zone change petition from RA-40 to RA-20 for Pembroke Road
• Application for 'The Legacy On Main' apartments and bank at 30 & 34 Main Street

The Commission approved the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 23/24 through FY 28/29 and a site plan for a commercial building at 2 Ye Olde Road. It also issued a positive zoning recommendation for Pembroke Road and a negative recommendation for a use variance at 61 Liberty Street.

• Approved Capital Improvement Plan FY 23/24 ~ FY 28/29 (5-0)
• Approved Special Exception/Site Plan for 2 Ye Olde Road as amended (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for 'The Shops at Marcus Dairy' at 5 Sugar Hollow Road (5-0)
• Positive recommendation for rezoning 5.39 acres on Pembroke Road from RA-40 to RA-20 (5-0)
• Negative recommendation for use variance for restaurant at 61 Liberty St (5-0)
• Approved resolution of denial and expiration of Savannah Hills Resubdivision (5-0)
• Approved five-year site plan extension for 80 Mill Plain Road to April 1, 2028 (5-0)
• Accepted January 18, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority Board is meeting to discuss updates on renovations to Richter House and Musicals. The agenda also includes an executive session. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Discuss updates on Richter House and Musicals renovations
• Executive Session

The committee approved the minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting. Members discussed potential Master Plan additions including trail benches, signage, and a sculpture garden, as well as public relations strategies. No formal votes were taken on the proposed projects.

• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council met to discuss the dedication of Kenosia Park Field #4 and a resolution to deauthorize a portion of the Danbury Career Academy bond ordinance. The council also addressed several grant resolutions and water/sewer extension applications.

• Request for naming and dedication of Kenosia Park Field #4
• Resolution to deauthorize $96,177,000 from the Danbury Career Academy bond ordinance
• Emergency Fueling Contingency Plan with Norbert E. Mitchell Co.
• CT DEMHS Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
• Renewal of water and storm sewer extensions for 54, 55 & 58 Town Hill Avenue & Park Place

The City Council approved an emergency fueling plan and deauthorized a significant portion of the Danbury Career Academy bond ordinance. A request to name a field at Kenosia Park was referred to an Ad Hoc committee. Several grant resolutions and engineering reports were accepted via the consent calendar.

• Approved Emergency Fueling Contingency Plan with Norbert E. Mitchell Co. (17-0)
• Referred Kenosia Park Field #4 naming request to an Ad Hoc committee
• Adopted resolution deauthorizing $96,177,000 of the Danbury Career Academy bond ordinance (17-0)
• Approved CT DEMHS Emergency Management Performance Grant (Consented)
• Approved CT DOT Distracted Driving High Visibility Enforcement Grant (Consented)
• Approved CT DECD Youth Services Corps Grant (Consented)
• Approved water and storm sewer extensions for 54, 55 & 58 Town Hill Avenue & Park Place (Consented)
• Accepted October 6, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request to reduce a side yard setback. The board will also review minutes from January 12 and January 19, 2023.

• Public hearing #23-01: Request to reduce side yard setback from 40’ to 25.5’ for a proposed garage at 9 Charlottes Way

City Council

The City Council Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss 2022 reapportionment. The specific agenda items are on file in the Legislative Assistant’s Office and were not listed in the notice.

• Reapportionment (2022) Meeting # 2

The Reapportionment Ad Hoc Committee reviewed two competing plans for city ward boundaries. The committee approved Proposal B, which increases representation for the downtown area.

• Motion to vote on Proposal A failed (no second)
• Approved Proposal B for the 2022 Reapportionment (2-1)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2023, has been cancelled.

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids and payment requests for various city departments. The agenda includes contracts for road and sidewalk repairs, equipment maintenance, and software upgrades.

• Bid #11-19-20-03 for on-call construction, replacement, and repair of sidewalks, ramps, and curbing
• Bid #02-21-22-02 for utility trench and road opening bituminous paving
• Tyler Technologies MUNIS ERP & Payroll-Human Resources Upgrade Project change order
• Payment for exterior cleaning of property at 22 Gregory Street
• Bids for John Deere construction equipment parts and heavy duty truck/diesel engine parts

The Board of Awards approved several service contracts for school boiler repairs, IT upgrades, and equipment parts. The board also extended two construction bids with Reliable Excavating Co., Inc. and authorized a payment for property cleanup at 22 Gregory Street.

• Approved school boiler repairs for McKenney Mechanical at three schools (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 increase for John Deere parts from WI Clark Company (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 increase for truck parts from Allegiance Trucks/Nutmeg International Trucks (unanimous)
• Extended sidewalk and curb construction bid with Reliable Excavating Co., Inc. for one year (unanimous)
• Extended utility trench/road paving bid with Reliable Excavating Co., Inc. for one year (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 sole source contract for motor vehicle grand list processing with Crudele-Graybosch (unanimous)
• Approved $88,920 increase for Creative Financial Staffing as a sole source (unanimous)
• Approved $159,555 change order for Tyler Technologies MUNIS project (unanimous)

Zoning Commission

The regular meeting of the Danbury Zoning Commission scheduled for January 24, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 14, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were discussed or decided.
• Next regular meeting: February 14, 2023.

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss four old business items: a Career Academy project at 40 Apple Ridge, a groundwater pumping system at 11 Augusta Drive, new home construction at 39 Lindencrest Drive, and a septic plan at 7 Tanmar Drive. No new business or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also includes administrative permit renewals for Candlewood Pines and a cease-and-desist violation on Barnum Road.

• 40 Apple Ridge: Career Academy project in RA-40 zone
• 11 Augusta Drive: installation of groundwater pumping system in IG-80 zone
• 39 Lindencrest Drive: proposed new home construction in RA-40 zone
• 7 Tanmar Drive: site septic plan and erosion controls for proposed dwelling
• Permit renewals for Candlewood Pines (Pamela Equities Corp.) and cease-and-desist on Barnum Road

The Environmental Impact Commission approved two construction projects with staff-recommended conditions. The commission also approved two permit renewals and tabled three other items, including a groundwater pumping system and a cease-and-desist hearing.

• Approved 40 Apple Ridge (Career Academy) with 8 staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved 39 Lindencrest Drive new home construction with 13 staff conditions (5-0)
• Approved permit renewals for Pamela Equities Corp. (Candlewood Pines) Nos. 1080 & 1084 (5-0)
• Tabled 11 Augusta Drive groundwater pumping system (5-0)
• Tabled 7 Tanmar Drive site septic plan to February 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Tabled Barnum Road Cease & Desist hearing to a future date (4-1)

Cultural Commission

The Danbury Cultural Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss objectives for the 2023-2024 budget year, approve $5,000 in scholarships for local students, and consider naming a poet laureate. They will also hear a grant request for $8,000 to film a documentary on Danbury folk songs.

• Approve $5,000 in scholarships: $1,000 each for Danbury High School (3), Abbott Technical High School (1), and Henry Abbott Technical High School (1)
• Discussion on appointing a Poet Laureate for the city
• Action on Derek Piotr's $8,000 grant request for a documentary on Danbury folk song memories
• Discussion of 2023-2024 objectives as stated in the budget request
• Update on the inView project and a proposed popup gallery with Brian Walters

The Commission approved $5,000 for scholarships at DHS, ACE, and HAT. It also awarded a $4,000 grant to Derek Piotr for a folk song oral history documentary after higher funding requests were denied. The body authorized seeking a $1,000 Make Music Day mini-grant.

• Approved $5,000 for scholarships at DHS (3), ACE (1), and HAT (1) (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 grant for Derek Piotr oral history documentary (Majority)
• Denied $8,000 and $6,000 grant requests for Derek Piotr documentary (Majority)
• Approved seeking $1,000 Make Music Day mini-grant (Unanimous)
• Accepted November meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled appointment of a Poet Laureate until February
• Postponed 'Designs for Danbury' project until end of fiscal year

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to extend the lease of 33 Hayestown Road to the Danbury Fish & Game Association for 25 years at $1 per year. The council also addressed several municipal appointments and infrastructure grants.

• Proposed 25-year lease renewal for 33 Hayestown Road to Danbury Fish & Game at $1 per year
• Resolution to apply for state HVAC grant funding for Danbury High School
• Referral of water system upgrades and improvements bond issuance to public hearing
• Referral of water main extension application for 21 Old Sherman Turnpike to City Engineer
• Creation of an Ad Hoc committee to establish a formal process for naming and renaming city property

The council approved a lease renewal for the property at 33 Hayestown Road. The agreement sets a term from November 1, 2023, to October 31, 2048, at a cost of $1 per year.

• Approved lease renewal for 33 Hayestown Road to Danbury Fish & Game Association (2-0-1)

City Council

The Margerie Reservoir Trail Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the consultant and RFP process for a trail project. The body will also review the 2021 WestCOG Study and grant documents.

• Review of 2021 WestCOG Study
• Review of grant documents
• Discussion of Consultant/RFP process
• Alternate appointments and approvals

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes. Members discussed recruiting consultants for survey, wetlands, mapping, and engineering work, and planned a site visit to the trail area.

• Approved meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a $115 million bond ordinance for water system upgrades and improvements. The council also approved a resolution allowing the Board of Education to apply for a state HVAC grant for Danbury High School. Several items were referred to committees, including a lease renewal for the Danbury Fish & Game Association and a process for naming city properties.

• Public hearing on $115 million Water Assets Bond ordinance
• Resolution adopted to file grant application for HVAC improvements at Danbury High School
• Lease renewal for 33 Hayestown Road to Danbury Fish & Game Assoc. referred to Ad Hoc committee
• Ad Hoc committee created to establish formal process for naming/renaming city buildings, parks, fields, streets and property
• Appointments to Government Entities Review Committee (GERC) approved

The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended an ordinance to appropriate $115 million for water system assets, facilities, and infrastructure. The proposal includes a 20-year bond and a 14% annual water rate increase for five years for residents and businesses.

• Recommended $115M ordinance for water system improvements and bond issuance (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Water System Assets Bond (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals is holding a special meeting to discuss a motion to reconsider previously granted variances for a City of Danbury property. The board will review height and setback adjustments for the site.

• Motion to reconsider variances for 40 Apple Ridge (RA-40 Zone)
• Proposed building height increase from 35’ to 55’
• Proposed story increase from 3 stories to 4 stories
• Proposed side yard setback reduction from 50’ to 38’

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a special meeting to correct a technical voting defect from a previous meeting. The board voted to approve Application No. 22-30 for 40 Apple Ridge Road.

• Approved Application No. 22-30 for 40 Apple Ridge Road (5-0)
• Approved increase in maximum building height from 35’ to 55’ and stories from 3 to 4 (5-0)
• Approved reduction of side yard setback from 50’ to 38’ (5-0)

Pension Boards - Joint Meetings

The General Employees, Fire, and Police pension boards are holding a joint meeting. Representatives from Graystone Consulting will review the fund performance of investment managers.

• Review of investment manager fund performance by Graystone Consulting

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review bids for professional services and city projects. These items include engineering, planning, and administrative services for city facilities.

• Code Review Services for Danbury Career Academy Project
• Bid #12-20-21-01: Commissioning Agent for Ellsworth Avenue School Additions
• Bid #06-16-17-02: Ambulance Billing, Revenue Management & Analytical Services
• Bid #05-21-22-06: On-Call Professional Planners & Engineers for Danbury Municipal Airport

The Board of Awards approved several service contracts, including a professional planning award for the municipal airport and code review for the Danbury Career Academy. The board also waived formal bidding requirements to purchase two vehicles for the Highway Department due to immediate need and market conditions.

• Awarded RFQ for On-Call Professional Planners & Engineers at Danbury Municipal Airport to Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded code review services for Danbury Career Academy Project to Silver Petrucelli & Associates for $36,550.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000.00 change order for Van Zelm Heywood & Shadford, Inc. regarding Ellsworth Avenue School Additions (Unanimous)
• Approved one-year agreement extension for ambulance billing services with Advanced Data Processing, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Waived formal bidding to purchase a preowned 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee from Danbury Dodge for $56,433.00 (Unanimous)
• Waived formal bidding to purchase a new 2022 Dodge Durango from Meadowland of Carmel for $57,427.50 (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continuation of a public hearing for a revised special exception and site plan for a new stand-alone fast-food restaurant with a drive-thru at the Shops at Marcus Dairy. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on old business items, including a cannabis retailer application and a storage facility proposal. No action will be taken on the Ye Olde Road or Savannah Hills items at this meeting.

• Continuation of public hearing for Sugar Hollow Associates LLC's fast-food restaurant with drive-thru at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue.
• Discussion and possible action on Border LLC/The Botanist's cannabis hybrid retailer application at 105 Mill Plain Road.
• 8-24 referrals for easement acquisitions for Franklin Street Extension and Shelter Rock Road bridge replacements.
• New business referrals for zone changes on Pembroke Road (RA-40 to RA-20) and South Street (CN-5 to RMF-4), to be discussed at future meetings.
• Discussion on extending approval of Savannah Hills Resubdivision at 193-207 Great Plain Road, with no action taken.

The Commission approved a special exception for a cannabis hybrid retailer at 105 Mill Plain Road. It also issued positive recommendations for easement acquisitions to replace bridges on Franklin Street Extension and Shelter Rock Road. Several other site plan and zoning matters were tabled or continued.

• Approved cannabis hybrid retailer application for D & B Wellness at 105 Mill Plain Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of easement acquisitions for Franklin Street Extension bridge replacement (5-0)
• Recommended approval of easement acquisitions for Shelter Rock Road bridge replacement (5-0)
• Continued public hearing for 'The Shops at Marcus Dairy' at 5 Sugar Hollow Road & Backus Avenue (5-0)
• Tabled application for commercial building storage at 2 Ye Olde Road (5-0)
• Tabled request to extend approval of Savannah Hills Resubdivision at 193-207 Great Plain Road (5-0)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Tarrywile Park Authority

The Tarrywile Park Authority will meet to review the Executive Director's report and December 2022 financial statements. The body will discuss ongoing fundraising, the ARPA Shuttered Venue Grant, and LoCIP projects.

• Budget vs. Actual and Balance Sheet for December 2022
• ARPA Shuttered Venue Grant
• LoCIP projects
• Fundraising and sponsorships

The Tarrywile Park Authority approved the minutes from the December 15, 2022 meeting and the financial reports for December 2022. The board discussed an ongoing fundraising campaign and the status of the dams on Tarrywile Lake and Parks Pond.

• Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2022 financial reports (unanimous)

City Council

The Reapportionment Advisory Commission met several times between February and September 2022 to discuss selecting a fifth member and evaluating redistricting software. The Commission ultimately proceeded with four members after failing to reach a unanimous vote on candidates. Members also reviewed demonstrations for Maptitude and Esri software packages.

• Maptitude software group license pricing: $10,000 for two licenses, $14,000 for three, or $17,000 for four
• Esri software subscription: $9,000 for two licenses for a one-year term
• Esri support retainer package (20-hours): $6,700
• Failed nominations for fifth member: Michelle James, Joe DaSilva, and Candice Fay
• Unsuccessful nomination of Ann Falzone due to lack of unanimous vote

The ad hoc committee reviewed two proposals for city ward reapportionment, Proposal A and Proposal B. No plan was selected or approved during the meeting. The committee voted to reconvene on January 25, 2023, to further review the legal validity of the plans.

• Approved extension of committee meeting to January 25, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (Unanimous)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Authority will meet to review reports from the business manager, golf professional, and finance committee. The body will discuss the Richter House update and a new contract for the Superintendent.

• Superintendent's contract
• Richter House update
• Finance Committee Report

The Authority approved the December RPA meeting minutes and the December 7 Grounds & Greens Committee minutes. The board tabled the December 22 Grounds & Greens minutes and the Superintendent's contract until February.

• Approved December RPA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 7 Grounds & Greens Committee meeting minutes
• Tabled December 22 Grounds & Greens Committee meeting minutes
• Tabled Superintendent's contract until February meeting
• Approved booking artists/performers for spring at a lower rate

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider requests for building height increases, setback reductions, and a change in land use. The board will also conduct elections under new business.

• 40 Apple Ridge: Request to increase building height from 35’ to 55’, stories from 3 to 4, and reduce side yard setback from 50’ to 38’
• 146 Carol St.: Request to reduce front yard setback from 30’ to 19’
• 61 Liberty St.: Request to change use from a club to a restaurant serving liquor
• 24 Hillandale Rd.: Application for setback and lot coverage reductions marked as withdrawn

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one to increase building height and reduce a side yard setback at 40 Apple Ridge, and another to reduce a front yard setback at 146 Carol St. A continued hearing for 24 Hillandale Rd. has been withdrawn. The board will also discuss a referral for a use variance at 61 Liberty St. to allow a restaurant serving liquor in a non-conforming club space.

• #22-30: 40 Apple Ridge — request to increase max building height from 35' to 55' and max stories from 3 to 4, and reduce side yard setback from 50' to 38' in RA-40 Zone
• #22-28: 146 Carol St. — request to reduce front yard setback from 30' to 19' in RA-20 Zone
• #22-25: 24 Hillandale Rd. — continued public hearing has been withdrawn
• #22-29: 61 Liberty St. — referral for use variance to change from non-conforming club to non-conforming restaurant serving liquor in RMF-4 Zone

The Board approved two variance requests for building height, setbacks, and stories. One application was withdrawn, and another was referred to the Planning and Zoning Commissions for further review.

• Approved variance for 40 Apple Ridge to increase max building height to 55', max stories to 4, and reduce side yard setback to 38' (5-0)
• Approved variance for 146 Carol St. to reduce front yard setback from 30' to 19' (6-0)
• Application #22-25 for 24 Hillandale Rd. withdrawn
• Referred application #22-29 for 61 Liberty St. to Planning Commission and Zoning Commission

Environmental Impact Commission

The Environmental Impact Commission will discuss several new applications including a Career Academy at 40 Apple Ridge, a pool at 141 Chambers Road, a septic plan at 7 Tanmar Drive, and a new home at 39 Lindencrest Drive. Old business includes a deck expansion at 21 Marion Street and a single-family home at 26-40 East Starrs Plain Road. No public hearings are scheduled.

• #1183: 40 Apple Ridge, Career Academy
• #1180: 141 Chambers Road, proposed pool construction
• #1184: 7 Tanmar Drive, septic plan for proposed dwelling
• #1182: 39 Lindencrest Drive, proposed new home construction
• Violation: Barnum Road, Cease & Desist/Notice of Violation

The Commission approved a deck expansion at 21 Marion Street and a home construction project at 26-40 East Starrs Plain Road. A request for an extension for the Savannah Hills Subdivision was denied. Several other applications were tabled pending further reports or site visits.

• Approved deck expansion at 21 Marion St. with six conditions
• Approved home construction at 26-40 E. Starrs Plain Road with seven conditions
• Denied extension request for 193-207 Great Plain Road (Savannah Hills Subdivision)
• Moved pool construction at 141 Chambers Road to administrative approval
• Tabled conversion of 40 Apple Ridge to schools until January 25, 2023
• Tabled groundwater pumping system at 11 Augusta Drive until January 25, 2023
• Tabled new home construction at 39 Lindencrest Drive until January 25, 2023
• Tabled septic plan and dwelling at 7 Tanmar Drive until January 25, 2023

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to review applicant qualifications and eligibility lists. The body will discuss candidates for police and tree operator positions.

• Qualifications of applicants for Chief Examiner/HR Specialist
• Qualifications of applicants for Lead Tree Operator
• Qualifications of applicants for Certified Police Officer
• Certification of Eligibility List for Certified Police Officer
• Removal of candidates for Entry Level Police Officer

The Commission approved several applicant qualifications and updated police officer eligibility lists. It also authorized the use of department head interviews instead of examinations for two specific roles.

• Accepted meeting minutes from January 5, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Accepted applicant 6489 for Chief Examiner/HR Specialist and approved use of Department Head interview instead of examination (Unanimous)
• Accepted applicant 4946 for Lead Tree Operator and approved use of Department Head interview instead of examination (Unanimous)
• Accepted applicants 606871, 607043, 607123, 591217, 607369, 606522, 66349, 606494, and 607444 for Certified Police Officer (Unanimous)
• Certified the Certified Police Officer Eligibility list with an expiration date of January 11, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Removed candidates 226871, 142404, 167820, 155739, and 233447 from the Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Danbury Board of Awards will meet on January 11, 2023, to review and potentially award contracts for eight items, including special testing for the Career Academy project, AWS cloud hosting, and security guard services for City Hall. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and Zoom options.

• Special Testing & Inspection Services for Danbury Career Academy Project Phase I – Construction Services Dept.
• Annual Assessment for Medical Frequency Coordination Services – Fire Dept.
• Engineering Services – Water Supply Dams – 2017 EAPs Update – Public Utilities Dept.
• AWS Secure Cloud IT Systems Hosting Services – IT Dept.
• Security Guard Services for City Hall

The Board of Awards unanimously approved several requisitions for IT services, public safety equipment, and facility security. The board also authorized an emergency purchase of a pickup truck for the Public Works Department.

• Approved $17,475.50 for Fire Dept. medical frequency coordination (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 for Water Supply Dams engineering services to Tata & Howard (unanimous)
• Approved $38,166 for Danbury Career Academy testing services to Test-Con, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded automotive battery bids to Interstate Batteries, Parts Authority, Advance Auto Parts, and J&P LoStocco (unanimous)
• Approved AWS cloud hosting via Strategic Communications and two sole source requisitions (unanimous)
• Approved $22,762.76 for Nexgen CAD/RMS system maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $41,694.15 for Dell computers and monitors for Police and Fire Depts, contingent on ARPA consultant approval (unanimous)
• Approved $51,685.00 emergency purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado from Ingersoll Auto, contingent on funds (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Danbury Planning Commission will hold a special virtual meeting on January 11, 2023, at 7:30 PM. They will continue a public hearing for a cannabis hybrid retailer at 105 Mill Plain Road and discuss a proposed cannabis retailer at 108 Federal Road. A public hearing for a fast-food restaurant at 5 Sugar Hollow Road has been tabled to January 18. New business includes a special exception for an automobile service station and convenience market at 32 Germantown Road, with a public hearing scheduled for February 15.

• Continued public hearing for Border LLC/The Botanist: cannabis hybrid retailer at 105 Mill Plain Road (SE #790).
• Discussion and possible action on LoStocco Brothers/BUDR Hartford: cannabis retailer at 108 Federal Road (SE #789).
• New business: Blackman Enterprises/NSK Petroleum: automobile service station and convenience market at 32 Germantown Road (SE #791).
• Annual election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman.
• Discussion on extension of Savannah Hills Resubdivision approval at 193-207 Great Plain Road.

The Commission approved a cannabis retailer at 108 Federal Road and directed staff to approve a commercial building at 2 Ye Olde Road. It denied an extension request for the Savannah Hills Resubdivision, declaring it expired. Two lease and water main referrals received positive recommendations.

• Approved cannabis retailer at 108 Federal Road (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare approval resolution for commercial building at 2 Ye Olde Road
• Denied extension request and declared Savannah Hills Resubdivision expired (5-0)
• Positive recommendation for Danbury Fish & Game Association lease renewal (5-0)
• Positive recommendation for water main extension at 21 Old Sherman Turnpike (5-0)
• Tabled hearing for 'The Shops at Marcus Dairy' until January 18, 2023 (5-0)
• Re-elected Arnold Finaldi as Chairman and Robert Chiocchio as Vice-Chairman (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for cannabis retailer at 105 Mill Plain Road (5-0)

Richter Park Authority

The Richter Park Contract Committee is meeting to discuss the Superintendent's contract. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Superintendent's contract

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Danbury Commission for Persons with Disabilities is holding its monthly meeting remotely due to COVID-19. The agenda includes updates on handicap parking, on-demand transportation, and social media outreach. The commission is also seeking two regular and three alternate members.

• Handicap Parking Update – Jeff & John N.
• On Demand Transportation kept as an open item
• Seeking two regular and three alternate members (Fran follow up)
• Social media update: Facebook 222 likes, 229 follows; Twitter 353 followers
• Chad's Memorial Service at United Jewish Center – City Citation

The meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is meeting to review the withdrawal of a petition regarding hotel conversion to micro-apartments. The body is also noting the scheduling of future public hearings for two zone change requests.

• Withdrawal of Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC petition to allow hotel conversion to micro-apartments
• Scheduled March 14, 2023 hearing for 3775 LLC zone change from RA-40 to RA-20 at Pembroke Road
• Scheduled March 14, 2023 hearing for South Park Properties LLC zone change from CN-5 to RMF-4 at 130, 132-134, & 136 South Street

The Commission accepted two petitions for zone changes and referred them to the Planning Commission for recommendations. One petition regarding hotel conversion to micro-apartments was withdrawn. Public hearings for the accepted petitions are scheduled for March 14, 2023.

• Approved November 22, 2022 minutes (8-0)
• Accepted petition for 1, 3, & unnumbered lot Pembroke Road to change zone from RA-40 to RA-20 (8-0)
• Accepted petition for 130, 132-134, & 136 South Street to change zone from CN-5 to RMF-4 (8-0)
• Withdrawn: Petition of Bright Ravens IS Danbury, LLC to allow hotel conversion to micro-apartments

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting and process personnel updates. The agenda includes reviewing qualifications for various roles and certifying eligibility lists for several positions.

• New hires: Kathleen Dunn (Account Clerk II- Payroll) and Alessandra Casiello (Librarian I)
• Promotion: Daniel Garrick to Director of Finance
• Certification of Eligibility Lists for Police Sergeant, Truck Driver, Certified Police Officer, and Accountant-Payroll Supervisor
• Removal of candidates for Municipal Agent for the Elderly Services and Entry Level Police Officer

The Commission certified eligibility lists for Police Sergeants, Truck Drivers, Certified Police Officers, and Accountant-Payroll Supervisors. It also approved the qualification of multiple applicants for the Certified Police Officer position and processed requests to remove specific candidates from eligibility lists.

• Approved meeting minutes from December 14, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Removed Joshua Zurita-Carmona from Entry Level Police Officer Eligibility List (Unanimous)
• Accepted all applicants for Certified Police Officer position (Unanimous)
• Certified Police Sergeant Eligibility list through January 5, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Certified Truck Driver Eligibility list through January 5, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Certified Certified Police Officer Eligibility list through January 5, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Certified Accountant-Payroll Supervisor Eligibility list through January 5, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Removed candidates 51524096 and 46096053 from Municipal Agent list (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The special Zoom meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Thursday, January 5, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting is now scheduled for Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 7:30 PM.

City Council

The City Council will review requests for election funding transfers and several resolutions. These include applying for state grants for police and health departments, as well as authorizing easement acquisitions for bridge replacements.

• Transfer of $21,106 to the Registrar of Voters and Town Clerk for November election expenses
• Resolution to apply for a DESPP ARPA Auto Theft and Violence Grant up to $35,000
• Resolution to extend the Epidemiology & Laboratory Capacity I grant period through December 31, 2023
• Easement acquisitions for Franklin Street Extension Bridge replacement
• Easement acquisitions for Shelter Rock Road bridge replacement

The City Council approved the acquisition of property easements for bridge replacements on Franklin Street Extension and Shelter Rock Road. The council also authorized grant applications for the Police and Health departments and approved COVID bonuses for firefighters and DMEA employees.

• Approved COVID bonus memorandum of agreements for Danbury Firefighters and DMEA employees (unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for November 2022 Election (unanimous)
• Authorized application for CT DESPP ARPA Auto Theft and Violence Grant for Police Dept (unanimous)
• Authorized funding extension for CT DPH Epidemiology & Laboratory Capacity I Grant for Health Dept (unanimous)
• Approved easement acquisition for Franklin Street Ext bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved easement acquisition for Shelter Rock Road bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Hoyle Tanner and Associates for Airport Runway Obstruction Analysis (unanimous)
• Accepted December 6, 2022 meeting minutes and department reports (unanimous)

Boards of Awards

The Board of Awards is meeting to review several bids for city services and equipment. Items include engineering studies, hazardous materials abatement, and various vehicle purchases for the Public Works and Highway departments.

• Engineering Services for Danbury Trail Routing Study
• Hazardous Materials Abatement – Phase 2 Hearthstone Castle
• Purchase of in-stock vehicles for Public Works Dept.
• Bid for 42,000 pound dump truck with plow and combination spreader
• Purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 4X4 pick-up truck with stainless steel dump body

The Board awarded contracts for hazardous materials abatement, engineering services, and a pickup truck. The Board rejected all bids for in-stock vehicles and a 42,000-pound dump truck because they did not meet specifications.

• Approved $669,000 contract to Enviro Consultants & Recyclers, Inc. for Hearthstone Castle hazardous materials abatement (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 contract to SLR International Corp. for Danbury Trail Routing Study (Unanimous)
• Rejected bid from Ingersoll Auto of Danbury for in-stock vehicles (Unanimous)
• Rejected all five bids for 42,000-pound dump truck with plow and spreader (Unanimous)
• Approved $154,598.40 purchase of 2023 Ford F-550 from Gengras Ford (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, January 4, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting is instead scheduled for Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 7:30 PM.

• Cancellation of regular meeting on January 4, 2023