Middletown public meetings in 2022

Finance & Government Operations Commission

The Finance & Government Operations Commission will review several grant confirmations, including a $1,312,793.18 award for the Board of Education. The agenda includes an ordinance for the Red Road Sanitary Sewer Pump Station and updates to building department job descriptions. An executive session is also requested regarding an independent financial audit.

• $750,000 appropriation for Red Road Sanitary Sewer Pump Station replacement
• $1,312,793.18 Board of Education grant confirmation
• $317,942.00 LoCIP FY 2023 state grant confirmation
• Job description and on-call pay revisions for Building Department officials
• Energy efficiency services proposal for the Police Department

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Facilities Committee is meeting to discuss a facilities plan involving the DOT. The agenda also includes an Executive Director's report and the 2023 schedule of meetings.

• Facilities Plan with DOT
• Executive Director's Report
• 2023 Schedule of Meetings

Resource Recycling Advisory Council

The regular meeting of the Middletown Resource Recycling Advisory Commission scheduled for December 26, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is listed as January 23, 2022.

Code Enforcement Committee

The committee will receive updates from several city departments, including Public Works, Health, and Police. The agenda also includes discussion of old business related to various addresses and businesses.

• 184-188 South Main Street and 460 Main Street
• 23 Silver Street and 914 Saybrook Road
• 444 & 465 Middlefield Street
• Forbidden Llama and 695 South Main (Midnight Hookah Lounge)
• 159 Boston Road and 26 Delwood Avenue

Urban Forestry Commission

The commission will review reports from the Tree Warden and Public Works. Discussion items include street tree planting lists, a tree removal at 256 Toll Gate Road, and Eversource pruning activities.

• Tree removal at 256 Toll Gate Road for power poles
• Review of recommended street tree planting list
• Account balance update of $11,444.69
• Planning for the 2023 Arbor Day Celebration
• Discussion on Eversource tree removal and pruning

Board of Education

The Facilities Committee is reviewing progress on several school construction and maintenance projects. Discussions include updates on Beman Middle School, high school track replacement, and roofing work at Snow and Farm Hill Schools.

• Beman Middle School Construction Project status update
• Snow and Farm Hill Schools roofing, PV, and air-conditioning updates
• Middletown High School Track and Field Replacement project
• Middletown High School Translucent Panel Replacement Project
• 5 Year Capital Plan Update

Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee scheduled for December 21, 2022, was cancelled.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet via WebEx on December 21, 2022. The commission will review Resolution # 154-22 regarding the working definition of antisemitism. Members will also discuss returning to in-person or hybrid meetings for 2023 and address a commission vacancy.

• Review of Resolution # 154-22 (Working Definition of Antisemitism)
• Discussion on transitioning to in-person or hybrid meetings in 2023
• Discussion regarding a commission vacancy
• Review of 2022 attendance

School Readiness Council

The meeting includes procedural items such as accepting minutes and reviewing the 2023 meeting schedule. The council will also hear a financial and coordinator's report, including infant-toddler applications, and receive legislative updates.

• Financial and Coordinator’s Report, including Infant-Toddler applications
• Legislative updates from Izzi Greenberg
• Review of the 2023 SRC meeting schedule

Resource Recovery Commission to ECCRA

The Eastern Connecticut Resource Recovery Authority (ECCRA) will hold a special meeting via Webex. The agenda includes reviewing meeting minutes, quarterly results, and ECRRA invoices.

• Review of quarterly results
• Review of ECRRA invoices

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Policy Committee is meeting to consider new and revised school policies. The agenda includes updates regarding athletics safety and student health management.

• New Emergency Action Plan for interscholastic and intramural athletic events
• New Exertional Heat Illness Awareness policy for athletics
• Revision of medication administration policy
• Revision of food allergy, asthma, and diabetes management plan

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board will review previous meeting notes and approve the 2023-24 meeting calendar. The agenda includes a presentation by Bonnie Daley regarding the Community Resilience Model.

• Approval of the 2023-24 YSBAB Meeting Calendar
• Presentation on the Community Resilience Model (CRM) by Bonnie Daley
• Police and Youth Report

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission will review a request for comment regarding two four-story apartment buildings at Newfield Street and Mile Lane. Additionally, committees will provide updates on trail maintenance, agricultural grants, and open space management plans.

• Construction of two four-story apartment buildings (Newfield Street and Mile Lane)
• ATV activity and trail maintenance updates
• Red Maple Swamp Environmental Review Team assessment
• Proposed second round of Agricultural Grants
• Wilcox & Guida Management Plans

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The regular meeting of the Middletown Commission on Conservation and Agriculture scheduled for December 20, 2022, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of a quorum.

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission on Conservation & Agriculture will review a request regarding the construction of two four-story apartment buildings. The meeting also includes committee reports on trails, agriculture grants, and open space management.

• Request for comment on two four-story apartment buildings at Newfield Street and Mile Lane
• Chair's report on bylaw updates and agricultural land use lease agreements
• Trails Committee update on ATV activity and maintenance
• Red Maple Swamp Environmental Review Team Assessment progress
• Proposed Eagle Scout projects

Middletown Recreation Center Building Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the November 15, 2022, meeting. Discussion includes project updates, budget status, and new business regarding an invoice and proposed change orders from A. Secondino & Sons.

• A. Secondino & Sons invoice
• A. Secondino & Sons proposed change order(s)
• Project update and budget discussion

LGBTQIA+ Commission

The Middletown LGBTQIA+ Commission is reviewing event applications and approving 2023 meeting dates. The agenda includes updates on community safety, a Transgender Day of Remembrance vigil, and components for Middletown PrideFEST 2023.

• Approval of 2023 meeting dates
• Review of applications for proposed events
• TCC Partnership update
• Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil and Speakout review
• Middletown PrideFEST 2023 planning

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Board of Trustees will review administrative and committee reports. The agenda includes approving November minutes and reviewing the 2023-2024 fiscal holiday calendar. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss a bargaining unit contract tentative agreement.

• Approval of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of the Community Dialogue Framework
• Discussion of the 2023-2024 Fiscal Holiday Calendar
• Executive session regarding a bargaining unit contract tentative agreement

Public Safety Commission

The regular meeting of the Middletown Public Safety Commission scheduled for December 19, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the notice.

• Cancellation of the December 19, 2022, regular meeting

Public Safety Commission

The commission will review the Fire Department's monthly report regarding calls, events, and training. The meeting also includes discussions on recruitment, overtime status, and vehicle replacements.

• Fire Department monthly report
• Updates on firefighter recruitment and staffing
• Status of staff vehicle replacement and new apparatus
• EMS response and active shooter committee updates
• Telecommunications Committee summary of action

Public Safety Commission

The commission will review monthly reports including overtime balances and incident statistics. The agenda also includes an IT media upgrade for the community room and approval of the 2023 meeting calendar.

• IT Media Upgrade for Community Room
• Approval of 2023 PSC Meeting Calendar
• Review of monthly overtime balances and incident statistics

Mattabassett District Board

The Board of Directors will review the November 2022 check register, treasurer's report, and budget statement. The agenda includes staff reports on operations, safety, and maintenance, as well as engineering committee updates regarding trunkline rehabilitation.

• Review of November 2022 Check Register Report
• Engineering Committee update on Trunkline Rehabilitation
• Discussion of Reserve Capacity under New Business
• Review of FY 22-23 Receipts & Expenditures

Farm Hill School Roof Building Committee

The committee will review minutes from previous meetings and approve the secretary's time-sheet. Members will receive updates on the Farm Hill and Snow School roof projects. Discussions include PV panels, an HVAC proposal from HF Lenz, and the MHS turf/track replacement project.

• Updates on Farm Hill Roof Project
• Updates on Snow Roof Project
• Next steps for P/V Panels
• HVAC proposal from HF Lenz
• MHS Turf/Track Replacement Project next steps

Snow School Roof Building Committee

The committee will receive updates on the Farm Hill Roof Project and the Snow Roof Project. Members will also discuss an HVAC proposal from HF Lenz and next steps for P/V panels. Additionally, the meeting includes discussion regarding the MHS Turf/Track Replacement Project.

• Update on Farm Hill Roof Project
• Update on Snow Roof Project
• Discussion on HVAC proposal from HF Lenz
• Discussion on P/V Panels-Next Steps
• Discussion of MHS Turf/Track Replacement Project

Recreation & Community Services Commission

The commission will review program updates for the Senior and Recreation departments. Discussion topics include recreation center updates, ARPA funding, and budget planning.

• Recreation Center updates
• ARPA funding
• Budget planning
• Veterans Pool
• Sports grants process

Walter C. Jones Fund

The Walter C. Jones Fund Committee is holding its regular meeting via conference call. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific topics for discussion or decision.

Downtown Business District

The meeting includes updates from various city and community partners regarding downtown operations. Committees will also provide reports on advertising, beautification, and special projects.

• Updates from City Partners including Mayor, Police, and Public Works
• Updates from Community Partners such as St. Vincent’s and Wesleyan University
• Committee reports on advertising and promotion
• Beautification and maintenance planning
• Special projects involving grants and ARPA funding

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The task force will vote on the 2023 ARPA meeting schedule and review applications for city projects. The agenda also includes reports on current expenses, balances, and water and sewer.

• Vote on 2023 ARPA Meeting Schedule
• Applications for City Projects
• Report on Current Expenses and Balances
• Report for Water and Sewer

Arts Commission

The Middletown Commission on the Arts will review the November 16, 2022, minutes and approve the current agenda. The meeting includes discussions regarding 2023 meeting dates and new committee assignments. Additionally, the commission will receive an update on Youth in Gov’t.

• Approval of November 16, 2022, minutes
• Review of 2023 meeting schedule dates
• MCA new committee assignments
• Youth in Gov’t update

Arts Commission

The Middletown Arts Commission is conducting a special meeting for a grants workshop. The session includes a review of the guidelines and applications for Municipal Arts Grants.

• Review of MCA Guidelines for Municipal Arts Grants
• Review of MCA Application for Municipal Arts Grants

Arts Commission

The Middletown Commission on the Arts will review the 2023 meeting schedule dates and new committee assignments. The commission will also receive an update regarding the Youth in Gov’t program.

• Review of 2023 meeting schedule dates
• MCA new committee assignments
• Youth in Gov’t update

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The Middletown Board of Education Budget Committee will meet virtually on December 12, 2022. The committee will review line-item transfers, the financial statement, and personnel updates. A food services report from Food Corps is also scheduled for presentation.

• Line-item transfers and financial statement review
• Food Services Report – Food Corps Presentation
• Approval of Budget Committee Meeting Schedule for next year
• Personnel/staffing updates
• Transportation report

Veterans Park Pool and Splash Building Committee

The committee will discuss a project update regarding the Veterans Park Pool & Splash Pad. The agenda includes reviewing several invoices and change orders related to CJ Fucci and SLR.

• CJ Fucci invoice of $803,399.17
• CJ Fucci Change Order 2 for $15,814.80
• CJ Fucci Change Order 3 for $58,784.25
• SLR invoice of $29,442.42

Design Review & Preservation Board, Middletown

The scheduled meeting for the Middletown Design Review & Preservation Board on December 14, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the memorandum.

Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee

The committee will conduct a design review regarding project progress and the timeline for 40% design. This includes a new boathouse for Middletown High Rowing and improvements to an existing community rowing facility.

• Design review of 40% design progress for new and improved boathouses

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Company Board of Trustees mid-year meeting consists primarily of procedural items and committee reports. The agenda includes approving the June 13, 2022, annual meeting minutes and receiving library updates from Director Ramona Burkey.

• Approval of June 13, 2022, annual meeting minutes
• Library updates and aspirations from Director Ramona Burkey
• Committee updates from Executive, Facilities, Finance, and Governance committees

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The Public Works & Facilities Commission will discuss updates on several local projects, including Monarca Drive and the Veterans Park Pool. The agenda also includes November 2022 monthly reports for the Highway and Parks divisions. Additionally, the commission will receive correspondence regarding environmental summits.

• Updates on Monarca Drive, Dog Park, and Recreation Center
• Update on Veterans Park Pool and Splash Pad
• Update on Saybrook Rd/Dripps Rd
• November 2022 Highway and Parks Division monthly reports
• Food Scrap Co-Collection Pilot Program & Recycling Report

80 Harbor Drive Renovation Building Committee

The 80 Harbor Drive Renovation Building Committee is meeting to review project updates. The committee will also consider approvals for change orders and invoices.

• Approval of change orders
• Approval of invoices
• Project updates

Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss DeMarco staffing, occupancy, and a roof project. The meeting also includes reviews of finances and approval of previous minutes.

• DeMarco staffing
• Occupancy
• Roof Project
• Finances

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to re-subdivide 26.84 acres at 2015 South Main Street into 10 lots. The meeting also includes discussions on Riverfront Master Plan design guidelines and the rental of City property at 180 Johnson Street. A special exception request for 572 Washington Street has been postponed by the applicant.

• Re-subdivision of 26.84 acres at 2015 South Main Street into 10 lots
• Discussion on Design Guidelines for the Return to the Riverbend - Riverfront Master Plan
• Request to rent City property at 180 Johnson Street to five separate tenants
• Postponement of special exception request for 572 Washington Street

Board of Education

The Board of Education will vote on adopting a district equity policy and several policy revisions regarding fees and student health. The board is also scheduled to review proposed Fall 2023 course offerings for Middletown High School and elementary school projects.

• Adoption of District Board of Education Equity Policy (#0301)
• Revision of Materials/Services Fees, Fines, and Charges policy (#3250)
• Approval of Fall 2023 Middletown High School course offerings
• Macdonough Elementary School Project #083-0121 CV/OT
• Moody Elementary School Project #083-0120 CV/OT

Board of Health

The Middletown Board of Health is reviewing proposed changes to Chapter 107 of the City Code regarding animals. The meeting also includes welcoming a new commissioner and receiving department reports.

• Draft revisions to Middletown Code of Ordinances, Chapter 107: Animals
• Welcoming new Board of Health Commissioner Brian K. Gartner, Jr.
• Department reports from the Director of Health and Division

Mattabassett District Board

The Engineering Committee will meet to discuss gasification technology for processing sludge and waste using a portable plant. The committee will also review preliminary design documents for trunkline rehabilitation.

• Discussion of gasification technology for sludge and waste processing
• Review and recommendation for approval of trunkline rehabilitation preliminary design documents

Mattabassett District Board

The Human Resources Committee will meet to review grievances and personnel policy changes in executive session. The committee will also discuss staffing needs and the addition of a June 19 holiday.

• Review of grievances in executive session
• Discussion regarding a new June 19 holiday
• Review of staffing needs
• Review of personnel policy changes in executive session

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Budget Committee will review line-item transfers and the current financial statement. The meeting also includes reports on food services and transportation.

• Approval of next year's Budget Committee Meeting Schedule
• Review of line-item transfers and financial statement
• Food Services Report featuring a Food Corps presentation
• Transportation report
• Personnel/staffing updates

Housing Authority

The Middletown Housing Authority will review financial reports regarding base rent increases for MR and E101. The commission will also consider Resolution 2022-12 for Marino Manor expansion funding.

• Resolution 2022-12 Marino Manor Expansion Funding
• MR base rent increase
• E101 base rent increase

Complete Streets & Bikeway Committee

The Committee is reviewing progress on several ongoing transportation projects. This includes updates on the ALT-FCT Connector Study, micro-transit initiatives, and intersection work at Washington & DeKoven Dr and Washington & Rte 3/Vine. The meeting also covers reports from other local committees and a draft 2023 meeting schedule.

• ALT-FCT Connector Study Update
• Micro-Transit (bikes/scooters) updates
• Washington & DeKoven Dr intersection work
• Washington & Rte 3/Vine intersection work
• Draft 2023 meeting schedule

Anti-Racism Task Force

The scheduled meeting of the Middletown Anti-Racism Task Force for December 12, 2022, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No action was taken by the body.

Anti-Racism Task Force

The Anti-Racism Task Force will discuss reestablishing a relationship with Yale’s Justice Collaboratory for the Community Review Board. The meeting also includes reviews of police data and updates on diversity, hiring, and task force vacancies.

• Reviewing models for CRB from Yale's Justice Collaboratory
• Reviewing public safety commission data
• Discussion regarding BLM Crosswalk
• Update on diversity and hiring in Middletown
• Middletown housing market update

Area Transit District

The board will review committee reports, budget status, and ridership data. New business includes a resolution for a bus purchase and the approval of a PTASP revision. An executive session is scheduled to discuss strategy for labor contract negotiations.

• Bus Purchase Resolution
• Approval of PTASP Revision
• 2023-24 Town Dues
• Labor contract negotiation strategy

Area Transit District

The board will review the agency's cashflow and the FY 21-22 audit. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FY 2024 Town Dues and the upcoming board meeting schedule.

• Discussion of cashflow
• FY 21-22 Audit
• FY 2024 Town Dues
• Board meeting schedule

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will receive updates from several city departments, including Public Works, Health, and Police. The agenda includes discussions regarding various property addresses and a vote on the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Vote on 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Review of 465 Middlefield Street
• Updates on 184-188 South Main Street, 23 Silver Street, and 914 Saybrook Road
• Police Department updates regarding Forbidden Llama and 695 South Main (Midnight Hookah Lounge)
• Review of 159 Boston Road, 212 Sisk Street, and 26 Delwood Avenue

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will consider ordinances regarding solid waste and a library/city hall feasibility study committee. The meeting also includes discussions on building department MOUs and the Fair Rent Commission.

• Vote on 2023 GCC Meeting Schedule
• Russell Library /City Hall Feasibility Study Committee ordinance
• UPSEU & 466 Building Department MOUs/Job Descriptions
• Solid Waste ordinance
• Discussion of Fair Rent Commission

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will meet to vote on the 2023 meeting schedule and review UPSEU and 466 Building Department MOUs or job descriptions. The agenda also includes a solid waste ordinance and a discussion regarding the Fair Rent Commission.

• Vote on 2023 GCC Meeting Schedule
• UPSEU & 466 Building Department MOUs/Job Descriptions
• Solid Waste Ordinance (253-1 to 253-18)
• Discussion of Fair Rent Commission

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will vote on the 2023 meeting schedule and review UPSEU and 466 Building Department MOUs and job descriptions. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding the Fair Rent Commission.

• Vote on 2023 GCC Meeting Schedule
• UPSEU & 466 Building Department MOUs/Job Descriptions
• Discussion of Fair Rent Commission
• Approval of November 10, 2022 minutes

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Finance Committee will review the FY24 City budget. The meeting also includes an update from Essex Financial Services and discussions regarding grants and the endowment.

• Approval of November 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Essex Financial Services update from Bob Marcinek and Mike LaRiviere
• FY24 City budget discussion
• Grants update
• Endowment discussion

Clean Energy Taskforce

The taskforce will review progress on tool electrification and renewable energy bundling via River COG. The meeting also includes updates on the HeatSmart program and various building committee projects.

• Update on HeatSmart program
• Progress on Public Works and small tool electrification
• Solar and renewable energy bundling via River COG
• EV charger incentive presentations for Chamber of Commerce
• Building Committee updates for Boathouse, Canoe Club, School Roofs, Vets Park, and Middletown Recreation Center

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Finance Committee will meet to review budget versus actual figures and current cash flow. The committee will also address the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Budget vs. Actual
• Discussion of Cash Flow
• Review of 2023 Schedule of Meetings

Sustainable CT Sustainability Team

The Sustainable Middletown Team will discuss progress toward Sustainable CT certification. The meeting includes an update on Wesleyan interns Tamira Le and Serena Levingston. Members will also review project suggestions and the status of city sustainability appointments.

• Update on Wesleyan Sustainable Middletown Interns Tamira Le and Serena Levingston
• Next steps toward Sustainable CT certification
• Project suggestions and sign-ups
• Status of Sustainability and Energy Officials appointments

Inland / Wetlands & Water Courses Agency

The agency will review a request for Kaplan Drive access to construct two four-story apartment buildings. It will also consider a subdivision for a single-family lot at 874 Millbrook Road. The meeting includes the adoption of the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Subdivision for one single-family lot at 874 Millbrook Road
• Access request for two four-story apartment buildings at Newfield Street and Mile Lane
• Adoption of the 2023 meeting calendar

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Governance Committee is meeting to review several library usage policies. The agenda includes discussions on the Community Dialogue Framework and updates to circulation, computer/internet, meeting room, and anti-bullying policies.

• Review of Community Dialogue Framework
• Circulation Policy review
• Computer/Internet Use Policy review
• Meeting Room Use Policy discussion
• Anti-Bullying Policy discussion

Insurance & Claims

The Insurance & Claims Committee will meet virtually on December 6, 2022. The agenda includes a verbal update regarding damages at Russell Library and a vote on the 2023 meeting schedule. No claims were reported for this period.

• Verbal update to damages at Russell Library
• Vote on 2023 meeting schedule
• Approval of November 2022 meeting minutes

Committee Concerning People with Disabilities

The Committee Concerning People with Disabilities will review an ADA Summary Report. The committee will also discuss meeting calendar dates for 2023.

• ADA Summary Report
• CCPD 2023 Meeting Calendar Dates
• Approval of November 1st minutes

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Executive Committee will review minutes from the November 1, 2022 meeting and discuss ongoing facilities assessment and planning. The committee will also address equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts and the upcoming 2023-2024 City budget.

• Approval of November 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Facilities assessment and planning updates
• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion discussion
• Review of the 2023-2024 City budget
• Motion for executive session regarding legal and personnel matters

School Readiness Council

The School Readiness Council is conducting a brainstorming session focused on early childhood. No specific motions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Brainstorming session around Early Childhood

Public Safety Telecommunications Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Public Safety Telecommunications Commission on December 5, 2022, is cancelled. There are no items for discussion or decision.

Common Council

This meeting is a special workshop for the Middletown Common Council. The agenda consists only of procedural steps for a 'Questions to Directors' session and does not list specific topics or decisions.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a resolution to opt out of certain state accessory apartment provisions. The meeting includes appropriations for the Police Activity League, Arts Department, and Public Works. The council will also review tax stabilization for 545 Main Street.

• Resolution regarding accessory apartment provisions opt-out
• $15,000 appropriation for Police Activity League expansion
• $25,000 appropriation for Public Works eviction storage costs
• Adoption of the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism
• Tax stabilization amendment for 545 Main Street

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Curriculum Committee will discuss proposed high school course offerings for the Fall 2023 semester. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a Mental Health Grant and the approval of 2023 meeting dates.

• Proposed Fall 2023 MHS courses: Introduction to Human Rights, If You Love It, Teach It, and Genetics
• Mental Health Grant discussion
• Approval of 2023 Curriculum Committee meeting dates

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will review financial reports and project updates. The agenda includes a resolution for a $750,000 non-referendum bond for the Red Road Pump Station. Staff will also provide updates on the Pameacha Project and basin infiltration.

• $750,000 non-referendum bond resolution for Red Road Pump Station
• Update on the Pameacha Project
• Update on Inflow & Infiltration for Basins #25, 26 & 27
• Review of November monthly fund balance and consumption reports
• Good Will Adjustment for 60 Warner Avenue-Reynolds

Technology Advisory Committee

The Technology Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 1, 2022, has been cancelled. No other agenda items were included in the notice.

Technology Advisory Committee

The Technology Advisory Committee will discuss its future membership and the purpose of multi-factor authentication. The agenda also includes a Director's report and approval of minutes.

• Committee membership and its future
• Multi-factor authentication and its purpose

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Middletown Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 1, 2022, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

• Cancellation of the December 1, 2022, meeting

Board of Education

The Middletown Public Schools Facilities Committee is reviewing the status of several ongoing construction and repair projects. This includes updates on Beman Middle School, roofing at Snow and Farm Hill schools, and HVAC replacements at Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools. The committee will also review the five-year capital plan.

• Beman Middle School Construction Project status update
• Snow and Farm Hill Schools roofing, PV, air-conditioning, and track and field replacement updates
• Middletown High School translucent panel replacement project
• HVAC RTU replacement for Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools
• Five-year capital plan update

Board of Education

The Facilities Committee is reviewing the status of several ongoing school construction and repair projects. This includes updates on Beman Middle School, roofing at Snow and Farm Hill Schools, and HVAC replacements at multiple elementary schools. The committee will also discuss inspections and the five-year capital plan.

• Beman Middle School Construction Project status update
• Snow and Farm Hill Schools roofing, PV, air-conditioning, and track replacement updates
• Middletown High School translucent panel replacement project
• HVAC RTU replacement for Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools
• Five-year capital plan update

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The LCRVCOG and LCRVMPO will meet to discuss regional business, including legislative agendas and transit updates. Proposed motions include amendments to Regional Housing Committee bylaws and resolutions for CT DEEP Climate Resilience and RPIP grants. A presentation on the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit is also scheduled.

• Regional Housing Committee Bylaw Amendment motion
• CT DEEP Climate Resilience Fund Grant Resolution motion
• RPIP Grant Resolution motion
• Air Line Trail to Farmington Canal Trail Connector Study
• Fiscal Year 2022 Audit Presentation

Finance & Government Operations Commission

The Finance & Government Operations Commission will discuss several requests for additional appropriations from the General Fund. These include funding for Public Works evictions, Arts/Culture events, and Police programs. The commission will also review large grant confirmations for the Board of Education.

• $25,000 appropriation request for Public Works evictions
• $80,000 resolution for MPD Community Rooms Renovation
• $15,000 appropriation request for Police Activity League expansion
• $7,200 appropriation request for Amistad event costs
• $9,618,544.31 grant confirmation for Board of Education programs

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The Lower Connecticut River Valley Regional Planning Committee will discuss the elimination of reserve septic discharge areas and printed RPOCDs. The meeting also includes updates on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy and the Regional Housing Plan.

• Discussion on elimination of reserve septic discharge areas
• Discussion on printed RPOCDs
• Update on Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
• Update on Regional Housing Plan

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The committee will discuss the feasibility study, building program, financing, and schedule for a new library facility. They will also review the CT State Library grant application status for the lobby and the Manchester, CT "21st Century Library Report".

• Updates on new library facility feasibility, building program, financing, and schedule
• CT State Library grant application status for the lobby
• Review of Manchester, CT "21st Century Library Report"
• Approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Resource Recycling Advisory Council

The Middletown Resource Recycling Advisory Commission will review reports from the Recycling Coordinator and Chairperson. The meeting includes updates on hauler registration and the Sanitation District Waste Reduction Program. New business features the Rockfall Foundation’s Wrapping Paper Program.

• Sanitation District Waste Reduction Program
• Hauler Registration Update
• Rockfall Foundation’s Wrapping Paper Program

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition to amend several sections of the Middletown Zoning Code concerning accessory apartments. The meeting also includes a continued request for the Commission to opt-out of Section 6 of Public Act 21-29 regarding accessory apartments.

• Public hearing for zoning code amendments regarding accessory apartments (Z2022-7)
• Request to opt-out of Section 6 of Public Act 21-29 regarding accessory apartments
• Review of RiverCOG Report and Staff Report

Standardization and Specifications Committee

The Standardization and Specifications Committee held a special meeting. The agenda includes discussion regarding procurement guidelines for ARPA funded projects.

• Procurement guidelines for ARPA funded projects

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 24, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the memorandum.

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Facilities Committee is meeting to review a facilities progress plan involving the DOT. The committee will also establish its 2023 schedule of meetings.

• Facilities Progress Plan with DOT
• 2023 Schedule of Meetings

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The RiverCOG Executive Committee will review amendments to the Regional Housing Committee bylaws. The meeting also includes discussions on a Regional Election Monitor contract and grant applications for an invasive program.

• Bylaws amendments for the Regional Housing Committee
• Regional Election Monitor Contract
• DEEP Resiliency Grant application
• RPIP grant application

Public Safety Commission

The commission will review monthly Fire Department reports regarding calls and training. Discussion topics include overtime status, recruitment, and vehicle replacement.

• Overtime status
• EMS Response
• Active shooter committee
• Staff Vehicle replacement
• New apparatus

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will review monthly police department reports including overtime balances and incident statistics. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding an IT media upgrade for the Community Room.

• Approval of October 17, 2022 minutes
• Review of monthly overtime balances and incident statistics
• IT media upgrade for Community Room
• Discussion regarding 'Forbidden Llama'

Mattabassett District Board

The board will review financial statements, including receipts, expenditures, and budget updates. Members will also hear committee reports on engineering and staff updates regarding operational data.

• Railroad crossing improvements
• Review of FY 22-23 receipts and expenditures
• Discussion of reserve capacity
• October 2022 check register report
• Staff reports on effluent quality and nitrogen levels

Area Transit District

The board is scheduled to review reports from several committees and the Executive Director. The meeting includes discussions on wage increases and a bus purchase resolution. The board will also vote to accept various committee and board minutes.

• Wage increases
• Bus Purchase Resolution
• Acceptance of committee and board meeting minutes

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Board will review reports from various committees and directors. The agenda also includes the acceptance of several sets of previous meeting minutes. One item under new business is listed as salaries.

• New business regarding salaries
• Acceptance of Personnel Committee minutes from August 1 and September 2, 2022
• Acceptance of Board Meeting minutes from October 14, 2022
• Reports from the Facilities, Finance, and Marketing committees

Area Transit District

The regularly scheduled meeting for the Middletown Transit District Board of Directors on November 18, 2022, has been cancelled.

Farm Hill School Roof Building Committee

The committee will discuss updates for the Farm Hill roof gutter guard proposal and next steps for the Snow School roof project. It will also consider approving invoices from Silver Petrucelli & Associates and Young Developers. Additionally, members will discuss P/V panels and the MHS turf/track replacement project.

• Farm Hill Roof Project gutter guard proposal update
• Approval of Silver Petrucelli & Associates Invoice 22-1221
• Approval of Young Developers Application for Payment #4
• Appointment of Randall Mel as Committee Secretary
• Discussion of Snow School roof project next steps

Snow School Roof Building Committee

The committees will review updates on the Farm Hill and Snow School roof projects. They will also discuss P/V panels and the MHS Turf/Track Replacement Project. The agenda includes approvals for construction administration invoices and developer payments.

• Update on Farm Hill Roof Project gutter guard proposal
• Approval of Silver Petrucelli & Associates Invoice 22-1221
• Approval of Young Developers Application for Payment #4
• Appointment of Randall Mel as Committee Secretary
• Discussion of MHS Turf/Track Replacement Project next steps

Recreation & Community Services Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding the Recreation Center, including ARPA funding and budget planning. The meeting also includes recommendations for commissioner replacements and reviews of department program updates.

• Recreation Center updates involving ARPA funding and budget planning
• Updates regarding the Veterans Pool
• Recommendations for commissioner replacements
• Review of the 2023 calendar
• Senior and Recreation Department program updates

Walter C. Jones Fund

The Walter C. Jones Fund Committee has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 17, 2022. No other agenda items were provided in the memorandum.

• Meeting cancellation

Board of Education

The Facilities Committee meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022, is canceled. The provided notice contains no other agenda items or discussion topics.

• Cancellation of the November 16, 2022, Facilities Committee meeting

Board of Education

The Facilities Committee is reviewing the status of several ongoing school infrastructure projects. This includes updates on Beman Middle School construction, roofing at Snow and Farm Hill Schools, and HVAC replacements for Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools.

• Beman Middle School Construction Project status update
• Snow and Farm Hill Schools roofing, PV, and track replacement updates
• Middletown High School translucent panel replacement project
• HVAC RTU replacement for Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools
• 5 Year Capital Plan update

Arts Commission

The commission will review PSG grant recommendations and updates to MCA grant guidelines. The meeting also includes discussions regarding new committee assignments and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• PSG Grant Recommendations
• MCA Grants: Guidelines and Conflict of Interest Updates
• New Committee Assignments
• 2023 Meeting Schedule Dates

Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee

The committee will review the 40% design progress and timeline for a new boathouse. This project includes a facility for Middletown High Rowing and improvements to existing community rowing facilities.

• Review of 40% design progress by Christina Wasch and DiBattisto Associates
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2022, and June 15, 2022

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission is meeting to approve a resolution regarding a working definition of antisemitism for the Common Council. The commission also plans to invite Myra Clark-Siegel and Jay Tulin to speak at the December 5, 2022, Common Council meeting. Additionally, members will discuss a commission vacancy and review 2022 attendance.

• Approval of Working Definition of Antisemitism resolution
• Invitation for Myra Clark-Siegel and Jay Tulin to speak at Common Council
• Discussion regarding a commission vacancy
• Review of 2022 attendance

School Readiness Council

The School Readiness Council meeting scheduled for November 16, 2022, has been cancelled. There was no business to conduct at this time.

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss extensions and budget adjustments for 2021 programs and activities. The committee will also receive updates regarding the annual plan and programs.

• Extensions and budget adjustments of programs and activities for 2021 PY
• Annual Plan and Program Updates

Firing Range Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Firing Range Building Committee scheduled for November 15, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were provided in the notice.

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education has canceled the Policy Committee Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 15, 2022. This notice contains no other agenda items.

• Cancellation of the Policy Committee Meeting scheduled for November 15, 2022

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Middletown Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board scheduled for November 15, 2022, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2022.

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board is continuing discussions regarding a COVID resilience and recovery model for Middletown youth. The meeting also includes a police and youth report.

• Continued conversation on COVID Resilience & Recovery Model for Middletown Youth
• Police and Youth Report

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission will review a request for comment regarding the construction of two four-story apartment buildings at Newfield Street and Mile Lane. The meeting also includes committee reports on trails, agriculture, and open space management.

• Construction of two four-story apartment buildings at Newfield Street and Mile Lane
• ATV activity updates for Lamentation Mountain/Land Trust properties
• Red Maple Swamp Environmental Review Team Assessment update
• Proposed second round of agricultural grants
• Wilcox & Guida management plans

Middletown Recreation Center Building Committee

The committee will review recent invoices from Landmark Architects and A. Secondino & Sons. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a proposed change order and updates on the project budget.

• Landmark Architects invoice of $9,750.00
• A. Secondino & Sons invoice of $403,811.59
• Proposed Change Order #8 for A. Secondino & Sons ($4,240.08)

LGBTQIA+ Commission

The LGBTQIA+ Commission is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss upcoming community initiatives. The agenda includes recommending a deadline for Pride Month event applications and reviewing plans for various local events.

• Recommendation of an April 1, 2023, deadline for Pride Month event approvals
• Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil and Speakout proposal
• Updates on Middletown PrideFEST 2023 components
• Discussion regarding a concert at Harbor Park
• Update on a Transgender and Intersex Panel at Russell Library

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Board will review the Community Dialogue Framework and approve minutes from the October 18, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes committee reports and discussions regarding board retreats and upcoming meeting schedules. An executive session is also scheduled to discuss strategy, personnel, contracts, property, and pending litigation.

• Review of Community Dialogue Framework
• Approval of October 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Committee reports from Finance, Facilities, Governance, and Strategic Planning committees
• Discussion regarding board retreat and committee assignments
• Executive session regarding personnel, contracts, and litigation

Mattabassett District Board

The Engineering Committee will review construction improvements for the Mattabassett Railroad crossing. The meeting also includes discussions regarding FY2023 capital projects, sludge pricing, and gasification technology for waste processing.

• Construction improvements to the Mattabassett Railroad crossing
• Review of FY2023 and 5-year Capital Projects
• Discussion on flow meter discrepancies between Town of Berlin and Parshall Flumes
• Sludge pricing discussion regarding industry inflation and demand
• Gasification technology for sludge and waste processing

Mattabassett District Board

The Engineering Committee will review capital projects for fiscal year 2023 and long-term five-year planning. The committee will also discuss discrepancies between Town of Berlin flows and Parshall Flumes.

• Review of FY2023 capital projects and 5-year planning
• Discussion on flow meter discrepancies between Town of Berlin flows and Parshall Flumes

Mattabassett District Board

The Finance Committee will review the Final Audit for fiscal year 2022. The committee will also discuss the Draft Budget for fiscal year 2024 and receive staff updates.

• Review of FY2022 Final Audit
• Discussion of FY2024 Draft Budget

Housing Authority

The November 14, 2022, meeting consists of routine administrative business and departmental reports. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific new projects or policy changes listed.

Retirement Board

The Middletown Retirement Board will meet to discuss rate of return assumptions and review investments. The agenda includes the treasurer's report and a pension management fee report. The board will also review new membership applications for various city departments.

• Discussion regarding rate of return assumptions
• Review of investments
• Approval of August 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Proposed 2023 meeting schedule
• Review of new membership applications for departments including BOE and Public Works

Complete Streets & Bikeway Committee

The committee will review updates on ongoing transportation projects and intersection work. Members will also hear reports from various environmental, health, and infrastructure committees.

• ALT-FCT Connector Study Update
• Micro-Transit (bikes/scooters) update
• Washington & DeKoven Dr intersection work
• Washington & Rte 3/Vine intersection work
• Bike Friendly Middletown application status

Anti-Racism Task Force

The regular meeting of the Middletown Anti-Racism Task Force scheduled for November 14, 2022, was canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation.

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee agenda lists items under the Office of the General Counsel. These items include a private fire hydrant at Peppermill and addresses at 159 Boston Road and 212 Sisk Street. The provided document does not specify the nature of the discussion or any decisions to be made regarding these items.

• Peppermill Private Fire Hydrant
• 159 Boston Road
• 212 Sisk Street

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will meet via Webex to discuss new business. The agenda includes an ordinance regarding a tax stabilization agreement for 545 Main Street in favor of 545 Main Realty, LLC. The commission will also review minutes from the October 13, 2022 meeting.

• Tax Stabilization Agreement for 545 Main Street (545 Main Realty, LLC)
• Review of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will meet on November 10, 2022. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the October 13 meeting and consideration of an ordinance for a tax stabilization agreement at 545 Main Street.

• Tax Stabilization Agreement for 545 Main Street in favor of 545 Main Realty, LLC
• Approval of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Finance Committee will discuss the FY23 company budget and determine the 2023 meeting schedule. The committee will also receive updates on grants and hold a discussion regarding the endowment.

• Approval of October 13, 2022, minutes
• FY23 company budget discussion
• Grants update
• Endowment discussion
• Determination of 2023 meeting schedule

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Act Task Force will receive reports regarding water and sewer ARPA funding requests and consultant updates. The meeting also includes a report on current expenses and balances.

• Water & Sewer ARPA funding request reports
• Update on ARPA consultants
• Report on current expenses and balances
• Approval of October 12, 2022, special meeting minutes

Veterans Park Pool and Splash Building Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Veterans Park Pool & Splash Pad project. The agenda includes reviewing a $787,941.61 invoice and a $48,088.34 change order from CJ Fucci. An SLR invoice is also listed for review, though no amount was provided in the agenda.

• CJ Fucci invoice of $787,941.61
• CJ Fucci Change Order 1 of $48,088.34
• Veterans Park Pool & Splash Pad project update

Design Review & Preservation Board, Middletown

The Board will discuss a proposed gazebo for Luce Restaurant at 98 Washington Street and potential changes to a building at 56 Hamlin Street. The meeting also includes discussion on development guidelines related to the riverfront master plan.

• Proposed gazebo at 98 Washington Street (Luce Restaurant)
• Building additions and modifications at 56 Hamlin Street
• Riverfront master plan development guidelines
• Adoption of 2023 meeting calendar

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The commission will review updates regarding Monarca Drive and Fairchild Road Island. The meeting also includes progress reports for the Dog Park, Recreation Center, and Veterans Park Pool. Monthly division reports and building permits are also scheduled for review.

• Monarca Drive update
• Fairchild Road Island update
• Dog Park update
• Recreation Center update
• Veterans Park Pool and Splash Pad update

80 Harbor Drive Renovation Building Committee

The 80 Harbor Drive Renovation Building Committee is meeting to review project updates. The committee will consider approvals for change orders and invoices.

• Change order approvals
• Invoices for approval

Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee

The text for the Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee meeting consists of unreadable numeric strings. No specific topics, decisions, or discussions are identifiable in this document.

Planning & Zoning Commission

This memorandum is a notice for the Planning and Zoning Commission's regular meeting on November 9, 2022. The document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and hybrid format.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will elect new officers and review several land use applications. The agenda includes a request for a five-lot subdivision on Ridgewood Road and a zoning change for a storage building on Anderson Road. The commission will also discuss amendments to accessory apartment regulations.

• Re-subdivision of 17.9 acres at 665 Ridgewood Road into 5 lots
• Zoning change from R-30 to I-4 for a metal storage building on Anderson Road
• Approval of settlement in Mile Lane LLC v. Planning and Zoning Commission
• Petition to amend zoning sections regarding accessory apartments

Board of Education

The Board of Education will consider several policy updates, including the adoption of a new district equity policy. Members will also review revisions to student fees and athletic health examination requirements. Additionally, the board will receive reports on academic assessments and financial transfers.

• Adoption of District Board of Education Equity Policy (#0301)
• Revision of Materials/Services Fees, Fines, and Charges policy (#3250)
• Revision of Health Examination for Interscholastic Athletic Participation (#5141.31)
• Revision of Suicide Prevention/Intervention policy (#5141.5)
• Revision of Meal Charging Policy (#3542.43)

Board of Education

The Board of Education will vote on several policy changes, including a new district equity policy. The meeting also includes reports on student academic assessments and the status of grants.

• Adoption of District Board of Education Equity Policy (#0301)
• Revision of Materials/Services Fees, Fines, Charges (Policy #3250)
• Revision of Suicide Prevention/Intervention policy (#5141.5)
• Action on PIMF Grant
• Replacement of Physical Restraint/Seclusion/Exclusionary Time Out policy (#5144.1)

Board of Health

The Middletown Board of Health will review department reports and approve minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting. The board is also scheduled to discuss draft revisions to Chapter 107 of the Middletown Code of Ordinances regarding animals.

• Draft revisions to Middletown Code of Ordinances, Chapter 107: Animals
• Approval of September 13, 2022 minutes
• Department reports from the Director and Division

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Budget Committee will review line-item transfers and the financial statement. The meeting also includes updates on food services, transportation, and progress regarding paraprofessional hiring and world languages.

• Review of line-item transfers and financial statement
• Updates on paraprofessional hiring and world languages progress
• Food services report
• Transportation report

Public Safety Telecommunications Commission

The commission will review minutes from the October 3, 2022, meeting and receive a monthly report from Director Wayne Bartolotta. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Monthly report from Director Wayne Bartolotta
• Discussion of 2023 meeting schedule

Common Council

This meeting consists of a workshop for the Common Council to ask questions to department directors. The agenda contains no other substantive items or legislative actions.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a $50,000 appropriation to fund a feasibility study for a new public library and potential shared site with a new City Hall. The agenda also includes several recommendations for American Rescue Plan Act project funding and various grant confirmations.

• $50,000 appropriation for a library and City Hall feasibility study
• American Rescue Plan funding for Oddfellows Playhouse ($180,000) and Middlesex YMCA ($75,000)
• Tax abatement ordinance for the Dr. Abijah Moore House at 135 High Street
• $15,000 in additional funds for the Health Department shelter grant
• Appointment of Tyler Eckstrom to the Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Curriculum Committee will meet virtually on November 3, 2022. The agenda includes an overview of the PIMF Grant and a discussion regarding Math Pathways.

• Math Pathways
• PIMF Grant Overview

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will review monthly fund balances, delinquency reports, and consumption data. The meeting includes updates on the Pameacha Project and inflow and infiltration in Basins 25, 26, and 27. A good will adjustment for a property on Catherine Drive is also on the agenda.

• Update on Pameacha Project
• Inflow & Infiltration update for Basin #25, 26 & 27
• Good Will Adjustment for 115 Catherine Dr.
• Review of October monthly fund balance report

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The committee will discuss the building program, financing, and schedule for a new library facility. Members will also review the CT State Library grant application status for the lobby.

• Approval of June 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• New Library Facility building program, financing, and schedule updates
• CT State Library grant application status for the lobby
• Motion for executive session regarding legal, contractual, strategic, and real estate matters

Technology Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Director's Report and address new business. Agenda items include discussing committee memberships and system protection.

• Committee Memberships
• System Protection

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 3, 2022, has been canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of business.

• Cancellation of the November 3, 2022 meeting

Clean Energy Taskforce

The Clean Energy Taskforce will discuss progress on tool electrification and updates to the Energy Coordinator job description. The meeting also includes a review of Building Committee ordinances regarding fossil fuel usage in new construction and potential resident solar incentive programs.

• Review of Building Committee ordinance regarding fossil fuel usage in new construction
• Progress update on Public Works and small tool electrification
• Discussion of a possible resident solar-incentive program
• Updates on Boathouse, Canoe Club, School Roofs, Vets Park, and Middletown Recreation Center projects
• Discussion regarding recruiting new task force members

Finance & Government Operations Commission

The Commission will consider funding requests for a library feasibility study and a health shelter grant. The agenda includes confirming several state and federal grants for the Board of Education and Mayor's Office. Additionally, Public Works may seek authorization to apply for an EPA recycling grant.

• $50,000 appropriation request for library and City Hall feasibility study
• $270,672.33 state grant confirmation for COVID-19 response and prevention
• $1,852,423.54 Board of Education grant confirmation for special programs
• $164,250.26 Mayor's Office grant confirmation for School Readiness COLA
• Authorization for $40,000 EPA grant application for a recycling program

Inland / Wetlands & Water Courses Agency

The agency will continue discussion regarding a subdivision application by Hubbard Properties, LLC to create five residential building lots at 665 Ridgewood Road. No new business or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Subdivision of 665 Ridgewood Road into five residential lots

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The November 2, 2022, meeting of the Russell Library Board of Trustees Governance Committee has been canceled.

Insurance & Claims

The committee will meet to approve the September 2002 meeting minutes and review a report of insurance claims closed within the General Counsel’s settlement authority. The report details costs for incidents including sewer backups, vehicle collisions, and highway defects.

• $11,995.17 for sewer backup at 42 Columbus Ave
• $4,560.10 for vehicle collision at Church St stop light
• $2,779.65 for garbage truck incident in Middletown
• $2,327.17 for vehicle collision on Durwin St
• $188.45 for pothole damage on Miner St

Board of Education

The Board of Education scheduled a special meeting for November 1, 2022. The agenda proposes an executive session to discuss the pending litigation Macri v. Middletown BOE.

• Proposed executive session regarding Macri v. Middletown BOE

Committee Concerning People with Disabilities

The committee will meet to approve the minutes from the October 4th meeting and receive a department report regarding the ADA Summary. No other specific business or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of October 4th minutes
• ADA Summary Report

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Executive Committee will review minutes from the October 4, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes discussions on facilities assessment, equity, diversity and inclusion, and board retreats.

• Approval of October 4, 2022, meeting minutes
• Facilities Assessment and Planning discussion
• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion discussion
• Motion for Executive Session regarding legal, personnel, and real estate matters

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District board will meet to discuss bus purchase resolutions and the approval of a new logo. The meeting also includes the approval of the Finance Director's report from October 14, 2022.

• Bus purchase resolutions
• Approval of new logo
• Approval of Finance Director's report of October 14, 2022

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will hold a regular meeting via Webex to receive updates from various city departments. The committee will also address several items of old business involving specific addresses.

• Approval of October 13, 2022 minutes
• Old business regarding Rapallo Ave, Main Street, and Route 17
• Old business regarding 23 Silver Street
• Old business regarding 52 North Main Street
• Old business regarding 159 Boston Road and 212 Sisk Street

Affirmative Action Monitoring Committee

The committee will meet to approve the October 27 agenda and July 28 meeting minutes. The session includes discussions regarding the 2021-2022 fourth quarter and year-end report, as well as a vacancy report.

• Approval of July 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2021-2022 4th Quarter and Year-End Report
• Discussion of Vacancy Report
• Approval of 2023 Meeting Schedule
• Review of 2022 attendance

Walter C. Jones Fund

The Walter C. Jones Fund Committee will hold its regular meeting via confidential conference call. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific topics for discussion or decision.

Downtown Business District

The meeting includes updates from city partners and community organizations. Committees will report on advertising, promotion, beautification, and special projects involving ARPA funding.

• Updates from city and community partners
• Beautification Project update by Ken Ahnell
• Special Projects regarding Grants/ARPA Funding
• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes

Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Recreation & Community Services Commission is holding a special meeting to review department reports and old business. Discussion topics include Riverfront Redevelopment, ARPA funding, and rental fee resolutions. New business includes budget planning and the Veterans Pool.

• Recreation Center updates
• Riverfront Redevelopment
• ARPA Funding
• Budget Planning
• Veterans Pool

Walter C. Jones Fund

The Walter C. Jones Fund Committee will hold its regular meeting on October 26, 2022. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific topics for discussion.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment for Anderson Road and new uses for bottle redemption centers. Members will also consider opting out of certain state regulations for accessory apartments. A site plan for a metal storage building is also up for review.

• Rezoning 7.56 acres at Anderson Road from R-30 to I-4
• Zoning text amendment for bottle redemption centers in IRA and MXI zones
• Special exception for a bottle redemption center at 373 East Main Street
• Opting out of Section 6 of Public Act 21-29 regarding accessory apartments
• Site plan approval for a metal storage building on Anderson Road

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Facilities Committee will discuss a Facilities Progress Plan involving the DOT. The meeting also includes an Executive Director's report and discussions regarding old and new business.

• Facilities Progress Plan with DOT
• Executive Director's Report

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The Lower Connecticut River Valley Regional Planning Committee will review a presentation on regional transit. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Durham farm store zoning regulations and updates on the Regional Housing Plan.

• Presentation on Regional Transit by Brendan Geraghty
• Farm Store Zoning Regulations referral for Durham
• Discussion on Pameacha Pond, Middletown
• Update on Regional Housing Plan
• Update on Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

Veterans Park Pool and Splash Building Committee

The committee is meeting to receive a project update regarding the Veterans Park Pool & Splash Pad. The agenda also includes the review of invoices from CJ Fucci and SLR.

• Project update
• CJ Fucci invoice for $633,390.86
• SLR invoice for $30,601.69

Resource Recycling Advisory Council

The commission will review reports from the Recycling Coordinator and Chairperson. Discussion includes updates on glass separation at the transfer station and waste reduction programs. The agenda also covers upcoming community recycling events.

• Sanitation District Waste Reduction Program update
• Glass Separation at Transfer Station discussion
• Hauler Registration Update
• Pumpkin Smash event on Nov. 5
• Recycling Workshop on Nov. 15

Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Recreation and Community Services Commission meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Recreation & Community Services Commission

The commission will review program updates for the Senior and Recreation departments. Discussion includes recreation center updates, riverfront redevelopment, and ARPA funding. New business items include budget planning and the Veterans Pool.

• Recreation Center updates
• Riverfront Redevelopment
• ARPA Funding
• Rental Fee Resolution
• Budget Planning

Firing Range Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Firing Range Building Committee scheduled for October 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 15, 2022.

Board of Education

The Middletown Public Schools Facilities Committee is reviewing progress on various school infrastructure projects. The meeting includes updates on Beman Middle School construction, roofing at Snow and Farm Hill schools, and HVAC replacements. The committee will also discuss the five-year capital plan.

• Beman Middle School Construction Project status update
• Snow and Farm Hill Schools roofing, PV, air-conditioning, and track and field replacement updates
• HVAC RTU replacements at Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools
• Middletown High School translucent panel replacement project
• Oil tank replacements for Moody and Macdonough schools

Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee scheduled for October 19, 2022, was cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet via WebEx to review several administrative items. The commission will receive a status update on revising the working definition of antisemitism for a resolution to the Common Council. Members will also approve the 2023 meeting schedule and review 2022 attendance.

• Status update on revision of working definition of antisemitism
• Approval of August 17, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Review of 2022 attendance

School Readiness Council

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items such as the acceptance of minutes and reports. No specific projects or decisions are detailed in the document.

Citizens Advisory Committee

The regular scheduled meeting of the Citizen’s Advisory Commission for October 19, 2022, has been cancelled.

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Policy Committee will meet virtually to discuss several policy revisions. The agenda includes a review of the Racial Equity Policy/Plan and updates to athletic health examination protocols.

• Revision of Materials/Services Fees, Fines, Charges (Policy #3250)
• Revision of Health Examination for Interscholastic Athletic Participation (Policy #5141.31)
• Revision of Suicide Prevention/Intervention (Policy #5141.5)
• Deletion of Care of Instructional Materials (Policy #6161.2)
• Review of Racial Equity Policy/Plan

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board will continue discussions regarding its role in promoting value for Middletown Youth Services Bureau. The meeting also includes a police and youth report.

• Discussion on YSBAB's role in promoting value
• Police and youth report
• Approval of all meeting notes

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission will elect a new Vice Chair and review committee reports regarding trails and agriculture. Discussion includes the Red Maple Swamp environmental review and updates on the East Street Farmland Parcel lease.

• Election of Vice Chair
• RFP for 19-acre East Street Farmland Parcel lease
• ATV activity at Lamentation Mountain/Land Trust properties
• Proposed second round of Agricultural Grants
• Wilcox & Guida Management Plans

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission will elect a new Vice Chair and approve minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting. Discussion items include updates on agricultural grants, trail maintenance, and the Wilcox & Guida Management Plans.

• Election of Vice Chair
• RFP for lease of 19-acre East Street Farmland Parcel
• ATV activity update at Lamentation Mountain/Land Trust properties
• Proposed second round of Agricultural Grants
• Wilcox & Guida Management Plans

Middletown Recreation Center Building Committee

The committee will review minutes from September 27, 2022, and discuss project updates and budget status. New business includes reviewing invoices from Landmark Architects and A. Secondino & Sons.

• Landmark Architects Invoice: $9,750.00
• A. Secondino & Sons Invoice: $344,807.24
• A. Secondino & Sons Proposed Change Order #7: $1,287.77

LGBTQIA+ Commission

The commission will review minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting and consider a recommended April 1, 2023, deadline for Pride Month event applications. The agenda also includes updates on Middletown PrideFEST 2023 and various community initiatives.

• Recommendation of an April 1, 2023, deadline for Pride Month event applications
• Discussion of Middletown PrideFEST 2023 components including a march, rally, and concert
• Updates on community safety initiatives and partnerships with TCC and Q+
• Planning for a Transgender and Intersex Panel at Russell Library
• Discussion regarding a concert at Harbor Park

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Board of Trustees will review the Community Dialogue Framework and approve minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes addressing a Common Council appropriations request for $225,000.00 in anticipated pre-development expenses.

• $225,000.00 Common Council appropriations request for feasibility study expenses
• Review of Community Dialogue Framework
• Presentation on 'Board Basics'
• Approval of September 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Public Safety Commission

The commission will review monthly Fire Department reports regarding calls, training, and events. Discussion items include overtime status, recruitment, and vehicle or apparatus replacement. The meeting also includes a summary of actions from the Telecommunications Committee.

• Fire Department monthly report (calls, training, and events)
• Updates on staff vehicle replacement and new apparatus
• Discussion on overtime status and recruitment
• Telecommunications Committee monthly summary of action taken

Public Safety Commission

The commission will review monthly fire department reports regarding calls, events, and training. Discussion includes progress on firefighter recruitment and staff vehicle replacements.

• Fire Department monthly report (calls, events, and training)
• Entry-level firefighter testing scheduled for November 4
• Staff vehicle replacements from Columbia Ford
• $70,000 equipment request for active violence training
• Telecommunications Committee monthly summary of action

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will review monthly police department reports, including overtime balances and incident statistics. The meeting also includes discussions regarding manpower/staffing and a forward-going plan for Forbidden Llama.

• Approval of September 19, 2022 minutes
• Review of monthly overtime balances and incident statistics
• Discussion on manpower/staffing
• Plan for Forbidden Llama

Mattabassett District Board

The Mattabassett District Board will review the September 2022 check register and treasurer's report. Staff will present updates on effluent quality, nitrogen levels, and rainfall data. The board will also discuss reserve capacity and 2023 meeting dates.

• Review of FY 22-23 receipts and expenditures
• September 2022 check register report review
• Staff reports on effluent quality and nitrogen levels
• Discussion regarding 2023 Board of Directors meeting dates

Area Transit District

The Board will review committee minutes and various director reports. The agenda includes a presentation on a fare study and an item regarding a bus purchase. Financial reports will cover budget vs. actuals for ETD and MAT.

• Fare Study Presentation
• Bus Purchase
• 2022 Ridership report
• ETD and MAT Budget vs. Actual reports

Area Transit District

The Middletown Area Transit Board will meet to review the June 10, 2022, meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding budget vs. actual figures, cashflow, and the FY 21-22 audit.

• Acceptance of June 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of budget vs. actual
• Discussion of cashflow
• FY 21-22 audit discussion

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will receive updates from several departments, including Public Works, Health, and Police. The meeting also includes reviews of specific property matters and ongoing business.

• Update on 914 Saybrook Road
• Review of 23 Silver Street, 159 Boston Road, and 212 Sisk Street
• Police Department update regarding Hookah Lounge
• City Fire update for 52 North Main Street
• Discussion of Rapallo Ave, Main Street, and Route 17

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will consider an ordinance regarding a historical structure rehabilitation tax abatement for the Dr. Abijah Moore House. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 20, 2022, special meeting.

• Tax abatement ordinance for the Dr. Abijah Moore House at 135 High Street
• Approval of minutes from the September 20, 2022, Special Meeting

Common Council

This agenda consists only of procedural steps for a community meeting. No substantive legislative items or topics were listed for discussion.

• No substantive items or actions were listed.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider appointing a new Deputy Director of Public Works and reviewing security strategies for the Water & Sewer Department. The agenda also includes salary grade revisions for water department staff and an appropriation for payroll at the Mount Higby facility.

• Appointment of Howard Weissberg as Deputy Director of Public Works at $63.22 per hour
• Appropriation of $105,584 for Water Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent payroll
• Salary grade revisions for Deputy Director of Water and Sewer and Superintendent of Water Treatment
• Authorization to execute a contract with UHY Advisors
• Application for up to $2,000,000 in state financial assistance for 545 Main Street

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The committee will consider approving the minutes from the June 16, 2022, meeting. The agenda also includes an update on Essex Financial Services and a report on grants.

• Approval of June 16, 2022, meeting minutes
• Essex Financial Services update from Mike LaRiviere
• Grants update

Mattabassett District Board

The Mattabassett District Finance Committee is meeting to review the FY2022 audit and discuss the draft budget for FY2024. The agenda also includes staff updates and related business.

• Review of FY2022 Audit
• Discussion of Draft Budget for FY2024

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the current budget versus actual expenditures and cash flow. The committee will also review items for the October 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting.

• Discussion of Budget vs. Actual
• Discussion of Cash Flow
• Review of items for the October 14, 2022 Regular Board Meeting

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Act Task Force will meet on October 12, 2022. The agenda includes reviewing current expenses and balances, a report for water and sewer, and a request for a consultant.

• Request for consultant
• Report on current expenses and balances
• Report for water and sewer
• Review of September 30, 2022 special meeting minutes

Arts Commission

The Middletown Commission on the Arts is holding interviews for PSG Grant applicants. The scheduled sessions include Nanette-Fresher and the Connecticut Storytelling Center.

• PSG Grant interview: Nanette-Fresher
• PSG Grant interview: Connecticut Storytelling Center

Veterans Park Pool and Splash Building Committee

The committee will discuss a project update and review invoices from CJ Fucci and SLR. No minutes or correspondence were listed for this meeting.

• Project update
• CJ Fucci invoice
• SLR Invoices

Design Review & Preservation Board, Middletown

The Design Review & Preservation Board meeting scheduled for October 12, 2022, has been canceled. The provided document contains only a notice of cancellation.

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The Commission will review correspondence regarding road improvements and drainage control for Saybrook Road and Dripps Road. The agenda also includes discussions on glass recycling, the EPA Healthy Communities Grant, and updates on various park projects.

• Correspondence regarding Saybrook Rd and Dripps Rd improvements
• EPA Healthy Communities Grant discussion
• Glass Recycling discussion
• Fairchild Road Island Removal
• Updates on Dog Park, Recreation Center, and Veterans Park projects

80 Harbor Drive Renovation Building Committee

The 80 Harbor Drive Renovation Building Committee will review invoices for approval and discuss project updates and timelines. The meeting is scheduled to be held via Webex.

• Approval of invoices
• Project updates and timeline for 80 Harbor Drive renovation

Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss facility updates including a ramp by Southern Porch and roof maintenance. The meeting also covers financial reports, occupancy levels, and tenant issues.

• Ramp by Southern Porch and porch security
• Roof maintenance
• Financial report
• Occupancy status
• Tenant issues

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss potential zoning code updates related to the Return to the Riverbend-Riverfront Master Plan and accessory dwelling units. The commission also plans to schedule a public hearing regarding an opt-out of Section 6 of Public Act 21-29. Additionally, members may enter an executive session to discuss litigation involving Mile Lane LLC.

• Discussion on potential zoning code updates for the Return to the Riverbend-Riverfront Master Plan
• Discussion on potential zoning code updates for accessory dwelling units and Public Act 21-29 provisions
• Scheduling a public hearing to opt-out of Section 6 of Public Act 21-29 regarding accessory apartments
• Executive session discussion regarding Mile Lane LLC v. Planning and Zoning Commission litigation

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review updates to student safety and nutrition policies. The agenda includes reports on district highlights, department activities, and committee updates. Members will also consider deleting several older board policies.

• Revision of Child Abuse or Neglect Reporting policy (#4112.9)
• Replacement of Physical Restraint/Seclusion policy (#5144.1)
• Revision of Meal Charging Policy (#3542.43)
• Deletion of several policies including Special Education (#6171)
• Review of Grants Status Report

Housing Authority

This agenda consists of procedural items and routine administrative reports. No specific new projects, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in this document.

• Approval of September 12, 2022 minutes
• Review of bills and financial reports
• Section 8 and personnel updates
• Maintenance and modernization reports

Complete Streets & Bikeway Committee

The committee is reviewing updates on several ongoing projects, including the ALT-FCT Connector Study and intersection work at Washington & DeKoven Dr and Washington & Rte 3/Vine. The meeting also includes reports from various environmental and infrastructure groups.

• Air Line Trail – Farmington Canal Trail (ALT-FCT) Connector Study Update
• Washington & DeKoven Dr intersection work
• Washington & Rte 3/Vine intersection work
• Micro-Transit (bikes/scooters)
• Bike Friendly Middletown application

Complete Streets & Bikeway Committee

The committee will review updates on several ongoing projects, including intersection work and micro-transit. Members will also receive reports from various local health and environmental committees.

• Air Line Trail – Farmington Canal Trail (ALT-FCT) Connector Study Update
• Washington & DeKoven Dr intersection work
• Washington & Rte 3/Vine intersection work
• Micro-Transit (bikes/scooters)
• Bike Friendly Middletown application

Anti-Racism Task Force

The regular meeting of the Mayor’s Anti-Racism Task Force scheduled for October 11, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. No action was taken by the body.

Anti-Racism Task Force

The Anti-Racism Task Force will review public safety commission data and discuss reestablishing a relationship with Yale’s Justice Collaboratory. The meeting also includes updates on diversity in hiring, task force vacancies, and the Middletown housing market.

• Discussion of CRB models via Yale’s Justice Collaboratory
• Review of public safety commission data
• Discussion regarding BLM Crosswalk
• Update on diversity and hiring in Middletown
• Middletown housing market update

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review department reports and discuss draft revisions to Chapter 107 of the Middletown Code of Ordinances regarding animals. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 13, 2022.

• Draft revisions to Middletown Code of Ordinances, Chapter 107: Animals
• Director Report — Kevin Elak
• Division Report — Jennifer Sparks

Board of Education

The Curriculum Committee will meet virtually to discuss the MPS instructional vision and elementary science curriculum. The meeting includes a Q&A session for comments and reflections.

• MPS Instructional Vision presentation by Stacey McCann
• Elementary Science Curriculum discussion led by Meg Hanley

Water Pollution Control Authority

The authority will review job description changes for several water and sewer roles. Members will also consider establishing a Land Sub-Committee for easement valuations on South Main Street. Staff updates are scheduled for the Pameacha Project and basin infiltration.

• Job description changes for Deputy Director of Water & Sewer and treatment superintendents
• Temporary easement valuation approval for 341, 349, and 359 South Main St.
• September monthly fund balance and consumption reports
• Pameacha Project update
• Inflow & Infiltration update for Basins #25, 26, and 27

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The October 6, 2022, meeting of the Facilities Committee of the Russell Library Board of Trustees has been canceled. The notice was issued by Facilities Chair Stephen Nelson.

• Cancellation of the October 6, 2022, Facilities Committee meeting

Technology Advisory Committee

The Technology Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 6, 2022, was cancelled. The cancellation was communicated via a memo from the Technology Services Department.

Technology Advisory Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes and a Director’s Report. The committee will also discuss committee memberships and items for future agendas.

• Approval of minutes
• Director’s Report
• Discussion of committee memberships

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a proposed building expansion at 238 East Main Street. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from the September 1, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for building expansion at 238 East Main Street (Map-Lot: 34-0201)
• Approval of September 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Sustainable CT Sustainability Team

The Sustainable Middletown Team will discuss the Sustainable CT recertification process. The agenda includes reviewing updated notes from a July 2022 meeting and updating the Sustainable CT Framework.

• Introduction of Wesleyan students participating in recertification
• Discussion of Sustainable CT recertification process
• Additions and corrections to July 27, 2022 meeting notes
• Additions and corrections to the December 27, 2021 Sustainable CT Framework
• Discussion on team members' willingness to participate in the process

Inland / Wetlands & Water Courses Agency

The regular meeting of the Middletown Inland Wetlands Watercourses Agency scheduled for October 5, 2022, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the October 5, 2022, regular meeting

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Governance Committee will review the Community Dialogue Framework. The committee is also set to discuss new policies regarding circulation and computer or internet use.

• Review of Community Dialogue Framework
• Discussion of circulation policy
• Discussion of computer/internet use policy
• Update on whistleblower policy
• Schedule of policy review

Insurance & Claims

The regular meeting of the Insurance & Claims Committee scheduled for October 4, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided document contains only this cancellation notice.

• Cancellation of the regular meeting scheduled for October 4, 2022

Committee Concerning People with Disabilities

The Committee Concerning People with Disabilities will meet on October 4, 2022. The agenda includes a review of the ADA Summary Report and discussion regarding voting issues at MacDonough School. The committee also plans to approve minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting.

• Review of ADA Summary Report
• Discussion of voting issues at MacDonough School
• Approval of May 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Executive Committee will address unfinished business including COVID-19 response and facilities planning. The committee also intends to handle committee assignments and set the 2023-2024 meeting schedule.

• Approval of June 7, 2022 minutes
• Updates on COVID-19 response and facilities assessment
• Discussion regarding equity, diversity and inclusion
• New committee assignments
• Motion for executive session regarding legal and personnel matters

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Budget Committee will meet virtually to discuss financial matters. The agenda includes reviewing line-item transfers, the financial statement, and reports on food services and technology.

• Review of line-item transfers and financial statement
• Food services report
• Technology update
• Reading of the September 12, 2022 minutes

Public Safety Telecommunications Commission

The commission reviewed monthly reports including call statistics and staffing levels. Director Bartolotta reported that dispatching staff is currently at 16 out of a required 21. This shortage has resulted in high overtime costs.

• Dispatch center currently operating with 16 staff members instead of the full 21
• Reported 5,400 incidents dispatched and 2,300 9-1-1 calls
• AT&T continuing to pursue work with the CT Siting Council for Mile Lane
• Maintenance performed on radio site brush clearing and generators

Common Council

This special meeting is a workshop for the Common Council to ask questions to department directors. The agenda contains only procedural items for the session.

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing appropriation requests for library construction planning and invasive species removal. The agenda also includes an ordinance regarding a residency waiver for the Police Chief.

• $225,000 for Russell Library pre-development and site evaluation
• Ordinance to provide a residency waiver for Police Chief Eric Costa
• Retention of UHY Advisors as consultants for ARPA fund administration
• Approval of the Recreation & Community Services rental fee schedule
• $5,335 for invasive water chestnut removal in the Connecticut River watershed

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Act Task Force will discuss pending applications for water and sewer infrastructure and the Newfield Village Community Development. The meeting also includes updates on emergency response training and various community programs.

• Construction of Bartholomew Road Water Booster Pump Station
• Reconstruction of Red Road Sewage Booster Pump Station
• Newfield Village Community Development application
• Active Violence Emergency Response Training/Protective Equipment for South Fire District and Westfield Fire Department
• Mohawk Development project discussion

Mayor's Safety Committee

The committee will hear presentations on fire safety and immune system health. Members will also review records of workers’ compensation injuries and motor vehicle accidents occurring between June 1 and August 31, 2022.

• Presentation: “Fire Safety” by Paul Brann
• Presentation: “How to Boost Your Immune System” by Jennifer Vander Wyk
• Review of Workers’ Compensation Injuries and Motor Vehicle accidents (June 1, 2022 – August 31, 2022)

Resource Recovery Commission to ECCRA

The Eastern Connecticut Resource Recovery Authority is holding a special meeting via Webex. The agenda includes reviewing minutes, quarterly results, and ECRRA invoices.

• Review of quarterly results
• ECRRA invoices

Standardization and Specifications Committee

The Standardization and Specifications Committee held a special meeting on September 29, 2022. The agenda included the purchase of a used crew boat trailer.

• Purchase of Used Crew Boat Trailer

Downtown Business District

The meeting includes updates from city partners, such as the Mayor and Police, and community partners like Wesleyan University. Committees will provide reports on advertising, promotion, and beautification projects. The agenda also covers treasurer reports and special projects involving grants or ARPA funding.

• Updates from City and Community partners
• Beautification project update
• Special projects regarding Grants/ARPA Funding
• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes

American Rescue Plan Task Force

This document is a notice for a special meeting of the American Rescue Plan Act Task Force. The provided text contains only procedural information and does not list specific agenda items.

Arts Commission

The Middletown Commission on the Arts will review several municipal arts grant applications received by September 12, 2022. The commission will also discuss commissioner recommendations and new committee assignments.

• Municipal Arts Grants Applications (Nanette-Fresher, Connecticut Storytelling Center, Ekklesia Ballet, Oddfellows Playhouse, and The Buttonwood Tree)
• MCA Commissioner Recommendations
• New MCA Committee Assignments
• Panel assignments and interview date scheduling

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The LCRVMPO and LCRVCOG will review amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program involving various infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes authorization for new contracts and updates on regional programs.

• TIP Amendment #19 covering multiple statewide pavement and traffic signal projects
• Bridge rehabilitation for 06200A and 06200B over the CT River in Old Saybrook ($30,000,000)
• Authorization for a contract with Healthy PlanEat
• Contractor hiring for the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce MEWS+ project
• Regional Election Monitor Update from Carol Conklin

Finance & Government Operations Commission

The Finance & Government Operations Commission will review several grant confirmations and appropriation requests. The agenda includes funding for school readiness, police K-9 grants, and water/sewer payroll. The commission will also discuss job description revisions for water treatment staff.

• $225,000 appropriation request for Middletown Public Library pre-development work
• Confirmation of a $4,772,807.91 grant for Board of Education programs
• $1,953,336 state grant confirmation for School Readiness funding
• $105,584 appropriation request for Water/Sewer payroll at Mount Higby Facility
• $20,000 local grant for Assistant Town Clerk salary increases

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a property subdivision at 931 Millbrook Rd. and a petition to reduce minimum lot sizes in the RPZ. The agenda also includes the re-adoption of the Middletown Zoning Code with administrative updates.

• Re-subdivision of 3.19 acres at 931 Millbrook Rd. into two lots
• Zoning text amendment to reduce minimum lot area from 7,500 to 6,500 square feet in the RPZ
• Re-adoption of the Middletown Zoning Code with administrative amendments

Area Transit District

The committee will discuss a facilities progress plan involving the DOT. The agenda also includes an Executive Director's report and discussions regarding old and new business.

• Facilities Progress Plan with DOT
• Executive Director's Report

Middletown Recreation Center Building Committee

The committee will review several invoices and a proposal related to the recreation center project. The agenda also includes updates on the project background and budget.

• Landmark Architects Invoice ($19,500)
• A. Secondino & Sons Invoice ($293,681.96.70)
• A. Secondino & Sons Change Order #6 ($17,873.56)
• Northeastern Communications & Electrical LLC Proposal ($2,494.54)
• Discussion regarding project sign

Resource Recycling Advisory Council

The regular meeting of the Middletown Resource Recycling Advisory Commission scheduled for September 26, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 24, 2022.

Code Enforcement Committee

The committee will review minutes from the September 8, 2022 meeting and receive updates from various city departments. Old business items regarding specific properties and a private fire hydrant are also scheduled for discussion.

• Updates from Mayor’s Office, Public Works, and Health Department
• Discussion of 5-7 Silver Street
• Review of 23 Silver Street, 159 Boston Road, and 212 Sisk Street
• Discussion regarding the Hookah Lounge
• Review of Peppermill Private Fire Hydrant

Walter C. Jones Fund

This document is a procedural notice for a regular meeting of the Walter C. Jones Fund Committee via confidential conference call. The provided agenda contains only standard administrative headings and does not list specific business items or topics for discussion.

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review minutes from the August 28, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Tree Warden and Public Works, as well as discussions regarding arboretum surveys and fall tree planting sites.

• Freeman Road/River Road tree cutting report involving Eversource
• Arboretum survey for tree removal and pruning
• Fall Tree Planting sites
• Review of August 28, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Education

The Middletown Public Schools Facilities Committee is meeting to discuss several school infrastructure projects. The agenda includes updates on the Beman Middle School construction and roofing projects at Snow and Farm Hill schools. Members will also review HVAC replacements and the five-year capital plan.

• Update on Macdonough Feasibility Study
• Status of Beman Middle School Construction Project
• Roofing, PV, and track replacement at Snow and Farm Hill schools
• HVAC RTU replacements for Lawrence, Wesley, and Bielefield schools
• Five-year Capital Plan update

Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee scheduled for September 21, 2022, is cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Human Relations Commission

The regular meeting of the Middletown Human Relations Commission scheduled for September 21, 2022, has been cancelled. This notice was issued by the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity.

Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a transition in property management services and review financial reports. The meeting also covers occupancy, tenant issues, and maintenance for the roof and ramp.

• Transition of property management services
• Financials and occupancy updates
• Tenant issues
• Ramp by Southern Porch
• Roof

School Readiness Council

The council discussed the 'Big Picture' of early childhood education and reviewed meeting schedules. The agenda also included a financial and coordinator's report.

• Discussion regarding early childhood education
• Review of meeting schedule
• Financial and coordinator's report

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Policy Committee is meeting to discuss revisions to district policies. Proposed changes include updates to meal charging, child abuse reporting, and student wellness. The committee will also consider a replacement policy regarding physical restraint and seclusion.

• Revision of Meal Charging Policy (#3542.43)
• Revision of Child Abuse or Neglect Reporting Policy (#4112.9)
• Replacement of Physical Restraint(s)/Seclusion/Exclusionary Time Out Policy (#5144.1)
• Revision of Wellness Student Nutrition and Physical Activity Policy (#6142.101)

Lower Connecticut River Valley

The RiverCOG Executive Committee will meet to approve minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting. The committee will also discuss bylaws amendments for the Regional Housing Committee and review the legislative agenda.

• Bylaws amendment regarding the Regional Housing Committee
• Review of the legislative agenda
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The regular meeting of the Middletown Commission on Conservation and Agriculture scheduled for September 20, 2022, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of a quorum.

• Cancellation of the September 20, 2022, regular meeting

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission will review committee reports regarding trails, agriculture, and open space management. Discussion includes ATV activity on Lamentation Mountain properties and the progress of the Red Maple Swamp Environmental Review.

• ATV activity on Lamentation Mountain/Land Trust properties
• Red Maple Swamp Environmental Review Team Assessment update
• Wilcox & Guida Management Plans
• Source to Sea cleanup scheduled for September 24, 2022
• Agriculture Program and Grant Update

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission has scheduled a special meeting via Webex for September 20, 2022. This notice contains only procedural information and does not list specific agenda items.

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will meet to consider an ordinance regarding a residency requirement waiver. The agenda also includes reviewing job descriptions for several water and sewer positions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss security strategy and personnel.

• Ordinance regarding waiver of residency requirement (74-31)
• Executive session on security strategy and personnel
• Job description for Deputy Director of Water & Sewer
• Job description for Superintendent of Water Treatment
• Job description for Assistant Superintendent of Water Treatment

LGBTQIA+ Commission

The Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board will continue a conversation regarding its role in promoting value for MYSB. The meeting also includes a police and youth report.

• Conversation on the role of YSBAB to promote value for MYSB
• Police and Youth Report

LGBTQIA+ Commission

The commission will discuss a partnership with the Triangle Community Center and a concert at Harbor Park. Members are reviewing proposed application deadlines for the 2023 Middletown PrideFEST. The meeting also includes updates on community safety initiatives and library-hosted events.

• Recommendation of June 3, 2023, as the date for Middletown PrideFEST
• Application deadlines for Grand Marshals, Performers, and Emcees for PrideFEST 2023
• Discussion regarding a partnership with Triangle Community Center
• Discussion of a concert at Harbor Park
• Updates on Transgender and Intersex Panel at Russell Library

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The Russell Library Board of Trustees will discuss a Common Council appropriations request for $225,000.00 in anticipated pre-development expenses. The meeting also includes committee reports and an administration report regarding the summer 2022 recap.

• $225,000.00 Common Council appropriations request for pre-development expenses
• Review of Community Dialogue Framework
• Introduction of new Trustee(s)
• Approval of June 21, 2022 Board Meeting minutes

Citizens Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Middletown Citizens Advisory Committee scheduled for September 20, 2022, has been canceled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the September 20, 2022 meeting

Public Safety Commission

The Middletown Public Safety Commission will review monthly reports including overtime balances and incident statistics. The meeting also includes discussions regarding traffic lights, crosswalks, manpower, and social workers.

• Discussion of traffic lights and crosswalks
• Review of manpower and staffing
• Discussion regarding social workers
• Review of monthly overtime balances and incident statistics

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission reviewed the Fire Department's monthly report, which included 304 total calls. Discussions covered updates on recruitment timelines, new fire apparatus production, and station infrastructure.

• Request for approximately $70,000 to purchase ballistic equipment for the Active Violence Program
• Update on the production of a new Quint fire apparatus in Wisconsin and Nebraska
• Decision to install overhead doors at headquarters instead of $147,000 bi-fold doors
• Recruitment drive timeline with written exams scheduled for mid-October
• AT&T's ongoing pursuit of approval for a tower at Mile Lane

Public Safety Commission

The Middletown Public Safety Commission will meet to review monthly reports and discuss new business. Topics include manpower, social workers, and traffic lights or crosswalks.

• Review of overtime balances and incident statistics
• Discussion on traffic lights and crosswalks
• Discussion on manpower/staffing
• Discussion on social workers

Mattabassett District Board

The Nominating Committee will meet to select a slate of officers and members for the Finance Committee. The agenda also includes reviewing recommended assignments for Engineering, Human Resources, Property Management, and Public Relations.

• Selection of a slate of officers
• Selection of the Finance Committee
• Review of recommended assignments for Engineering, Human Resources, Property Management, and Public Relations

Mattabassett District Board

The Mattabassett District Board will vote on several officer positions, including Chairman and Treasurer. The meeting includes reviews of the treasurer's report, budget statements, and staff operational updates. Committee reports will cover topics such as a roof replacement project and a grease skimmer system project.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, and Deputy Treasurer
• Review of Roof Replacement Project and Annual Incinerator Shutdown
• Update on Grease Skimmer System Project
• Report on Cromwell Police Department donations

Board of Education

The meeting is a retreat workshop focused on internal board organization. Agenda items include presentations on FOIA regulations and the development of board goals.

• Presentation on board goals and FOIA regulations
• Discussion regarding organizational structure
• Development of board goals

Recreation & Community Services Commission

The commission will receive program updates from the Senior and Recreation departments. Discussion includes ongoing projects such as Riverfront Redevelopment and ARPA funding. The agenda also includes a review of sports grant applications and a rental fee resolution.

• Sports Grant Application Review
• Rental Fee Resolution
• Recreation Center Updates
• Riverfront Redevelopment
• ARPA Funding

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Act Task Force will hear presentations from several applicants, including GN International and DeMarco Realty & Associates. The meeting also includes reports on current expenses, balances, and water and sewer infrastructure.

• Presentations by GN International and DeMarco Realty & Associates
• Bartholomew Water Booster Pump Station presentation
• Red Road Sewage Booster Pump Station presentation
• RFQ for Consultant review
• Report on current expenses and balances

Design Review & Preservation Board, Middletown

The board will review signage and exterior elevation plans for a new retail establishment located at 502 and 550 Highland Avenue. The agenda also includes a discussion with a riverfront consultant and approval of the July 27, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Signage and exterior elevation review for 502 and 550 Highland Avenue
• Discussion with riverfront consultant
• Approval of July 27, 2022, meeting minutes

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The committee will review the Community Dialogue Framework and approve minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting. Discussion items include a whistleblower policy and personnel policy compilation. An executive session is scheduled to discuss pending claims or litigation.

• Review of Community Dialogue Framework
• Submission of Unattended Children’s Policy for Board signoff
• Discussion of Whistleblower policy
• Personnel policy compilation
• Executive session regarding pending claims or litigation

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The commission will discuss new business regarding solid waste management and tree warden workshops. Members will also receive updates on several ongoing projects including Monarca Drive, the dog park, and the recreation center. Monthly reports for highway and parks divisions are scheduled for review.

• Solid Waste Management Conference and Webinar discussions
• Tree Wardens’ Fall Workshop and workshop updates
• Updates on Monarca Drive, Dog Park, and Recreation Center
• Veterans Pool and Splash Pad project updates
• August 2022 Highway and Parks monthly reports

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding cannabis retail at 895 Washington Street and a 51,892 SF retail establishment. The agenda also includes discussion on the Riverfront Master Plan and a request to relocate a sanitary sewer easement for grocery store redevelopment.

• Cannabis retail special exception at 895 Washington Street
• 51,892 SF retail establishment at 502 and 550 Highland Avenue
• Riverfront Master Plan discussion
• Sewer easement relocation for grocery store redevelopment

Board of Education

The Board of Education will discuss several proposed changes, revisions, and deletions to school policies. The meeting also includes reports on district finances, personnel, and priorities for the 2022-2023 academic year.

• Adoption of new Policy #1260 regarding Civility/Respectful Communications and Actions
• Revision of Policy #6146.1 regarding Grading System/Weighted Grades
• Deletion of policies for Special Education, Career/Vocational Education, and Student Production of Services
• Action on the Line Item Transfer Report
• Review of 2022-2023 priorities and summer planning

Committee Concerning People with Disabilities

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes a department report regarding the ADA Summary Report.

• Approval of May 3, 2022 minutes
• ADA Summary Report

Board of Health

The Middletown Board of Health will review department reports and approve minutes from June and August 2022. The board is also considering draft revisions to Chapter 107 of the Middletown Code of Ordinances regarding animals.

• Draft revisions to Middletown Code of Ordinances, Chapter 107: Animals
• Approval of June 14, 2022, and August 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Department reports from the Director of Health and Division Report

Mattabassett District Board

The Engineering Committee will review a contract for roof replacements at the Laboratory, Locker Room, and Dewatering Buildings. The committee will also consider a bid waiver recommendation for the annual inspection of the incinerator.

• Roof replacement contract for the Laboratory, Locker Room, and Dewatering Buildings
• Bid waiver recommendation for the annual incinerator inspection

Board of Education

The Budget Committee will review June minutes and the status of the Finance and Resource Management Specialist position following Cheryl Walcott's retirement. The meeting includes discussions on line-item transfers, financial statements, and the Alliance Grant. Members will also receive updates on technology and personnel.

• Status of Finance and Resource Management Specialist position
• Line-Item Transfers and Financial Statement
• Alliance Grant discussion
• Personnel/Staffing Updates
• Technology update

Public Safety Telecommunications Commission

This meeting includes the review of minutes from the May 2, 2022, meeting. Director Wayne Bartolotta will present a monthly report. No public hearings or new business are listed on this agenda.

• Review of May 2, 2022, meeting minutes
• Monthly report from Director Wayne Bartolotta

Housing Authority

The meeting includes routine administrative tasks such as approving minutes and bills. The authority will also receive reports on financial, personnel, and maintenance matters. New business includes the consideration of Resolution 2022-10 Annex.

• Approval of August 8, 2022 minutes
• Resolution 2022-10 Annex
• Section 8 reports
• Maintenance and modernization reports

Complete Streets & Bikeway Committee

The committee will receive updates on ongoing projects, including intersection work at Washington & DeKoven Dr and Washington & Rte 3/Vine. The agenda also includes reports from various regional health and environmental committees.

• Air Line Trail – Farmington Canal Trail (ALT-FCT) Connector Study update
• Washington & DeKoven Dr intersection project
• Washington & Rte 3/Vine intersection work
• Bike Friendly Middletown application
• Lyceum Road updates

Anti-Racism Task Force

The Anti-Racism Task Force will review minutes from the June 13, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes discussions on NCCJ community building events and CRB plans for a Community Policing Forum.

• Approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• NCCJ report on community building events
• Updates on Sugar Hill Gang @ Riverfront and MRJC Healing Event
• CRB plans for a Community Policing Forum

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Board will review committee reports and the Executive Director's report. New business items include discussions regarding the Personnel Policy and EEO Policy.

• Review of August 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Personnel Policy discussion
• EEO Policy discussion

Area Transit District

The meeting consists primarily of committee and administrative reports. The board will also address personnel policy under new business.

• Discussion of personnel policy

Area Transit District

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Middletown Transit District Board of Directors for September 9, 2022, has been cancelled.

Area Transit District

The agenda consists of procedural items and the acceptance of minutes from the June 10, 2022, regular meeting. No specific new or old business topics are detailed in this document.

• Acceptance of minutes from the June 10, 2022, Regular Meeting

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will hold a regular meeting via Webex. The agenda includes updates from several city departments and reviews of ongoing business at various addresses.

• Approval of August 25, 2022 minutes
• Updates from Public Works, Health, and Police departments
• Review of 5-7 Silver Street
• Review of 49 Silver Street and 23 Silver Street
• Discussion regarding 106-108 Maple Street fire hydrant

Farm Hill School Roof Building Committee

The committee will consider payment applications for Young Developers and Silver Petrucelli regarding the Farm Hill School roof project. The agenda also includes an update on the Snow School roof and discussions on P/V panels and MHS track and field replacement.

• Payment Applications #2 and #3 for Young Developers (Farm Hill Roof)
• Payment Application #1 for Silver Petrucelli construction oversight fees
• Snow School roof update
• P/V panels discussion
• MHS track and field replacement discussion

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Curriculum Committee will hold a special meeting to introduce the new Chief Academic Officer. The committee will also discuss updates regarding the Seal of Bi-Literacy and review specific course programs.

• Introduction of the new Chief Academic Officer
• Seal of Bi-Literacy outcomes and future update
• Review of Digital Media and Interactive Media course I and II
• Early Minds 2.0 course update review

Snow School Roof Building Committee

The committee will consider payment applications for the Farm Hill School roof project and receive an update on the Snow School roof. The agenda also includes discussions regarding P/V panels and the MHS track and field replacement.

• Payment Applications #2 and #3 for Young Developers (Farm Hill Roof)
• Payment Application #1 for Silver Petrucelli construction oversight fees (Farm Hill Roof)
• Snow School Roof Update
• P/V Panels
• MHS Track and Field Replacement

General Counsel Commission

The regular meeting of the Middletown General Counsel Commission scheduled for September 8, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided notice contains no other agenda items.

• Cancellation of the September 8, 2022, meeting

Clean Energy Taskforce

The Clean Energy Taskforce will discuss progress on Public Works tool electrification and a potential solarize campaign. The meeting includes reports on meetings with the Mayor and updates from the Building Committee regarding several local sites.

• Progress on Public Works and small tool electrification
• Potential new solarize campaign
• Building Committee updates for Boathouse, Canoe Club, School Roofs, Vets Park, and Middletown Recreation Center
• Discussion on time use prior to hiring an Energy Coordinator
• Community Impact Residency update

Insurance & Claims

The Insurance & Claims Committee will review a report on closed insurance claims and consider property bills for approval. This includes reviewing invoices for water mitigation at the Green Street Arts Center and restoration at Bielefield Elementary.

• Approval of $38,192.18 Belfor invoice for Green Street Arts Center water mitigation
• Review of $7,929.90 SERVPRO invoice for Bielefield Elementary water restoration
• Report on closed claims involving Public Works and Police Department
• Approval of June 2022 meeting minutes

Sustainable CT Sustainability Team

The Sustainable Middletown Team meeting scheduled for September 7, 2022, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2022.

• Cancellation of the September 7 meeting

Inland / Wetlands & Water Courses Agency

The agency will hold a public hearing regarding wetland impacts for a commercial development at 550 Highland Ave. The meeting also includes discussions on upgrading the Red Road sewer pumping station and a five-lot residential subdivision. Additionally, a notification was received regarding a redevelopment proposal in Cromwell.

• Wetland filling and mitigation request at 550 Highland Ave
• Upgrade of Red Road sewer pumping station at 90 Red Road
• Five-lot residential subdivision at 665 Ridgewood Road
• Silt removal from a pond at 97 Poplar Road
• Redevelopment notification for 100 Berlin Road and 15R Christian Hill Road

Russell Library Board of Trustees

This agenda is a notice that the September 7, 2022, Governance Committee meeting has been rescheduled. The meeting will now take place on September 14, 2022.

Insurance & Claims

The regular meeting of the Insurance & Claims Committee scheduled for September 6, 2022, has been cancelled. This notice contains no other agenda items.

• Cancellation of the September 6, 2022, regular meeting

Common Council

This special meeting is a workshop for members of the Common Council to ask questions to directors. The agenda contains no specific legislative items or projects.

• No substantive items are listed on this agenda.

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing a $19.9 million bond ordinance for water and sewer infrastructure to be sent to voters in November. The agenda also includes the appointment of Michael A. Marino to the Council and several American Rescue Plan Act project approvals. Additionally, the council will review various grant allocations and department appropriations.

• $19.9 million bond ordinance for water and sewer improvements
• Appointment of Michael A. Marino to the Common Council
• Approval of American Rescue Plan Act projects, including a $2.1 million music venue
• Allocation of $78,500 from the Public Health Block Grant
• Salary increase for the Assistant City/Town Clerk position

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The September 6, 2022, meeting of the Executive Committee of the Russell Library Board of Trustees has been canceled.

Board of Education

The Middletown Board of Education Curriculum Committee meeting scheduled for September 1, 2022, has been canceled. This document contains only this cancellation notice.

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Water Pollution Control Authority will vote on a new Chairman and Vice Chairman. The agenda includes discussions regarding a proposed restructure plan and an upcoming Fall 2022 bond referendum. Staff will also provide updates on the Durham Water project and the Pameacha Project.

• Voting for WPCA Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Fall 2022 Bond Referendum
• Proposed Restructure Plan
• Sewer service map change at Higby/Country Club Road
• Good Will Adjustment for 603 East Main Street

Water Pollution Control Authority

The WPCA is reviewing July fund reports and the completion of a Durham water project. The meeting includes discussions regarding a proposed restructure plan and changes to the sewer service map at Higby/Country Club Road.

• Proposed Restructure Plan
• Fall 2022 Bond Referendum
• Sewer service map change at Higby/Country Club Road
• Good Will Adjustment for 603 East Main Street
• Update on Durham Water Project completion

Russell Library Board of Trustees

The September 1, 2022, meeting of the Russell Library Board of Trustees Facilities Committee has been canceled. This notice was issued on August 19, 2022.

Technology Advisory Committee

The Technology Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 1, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided document contains only a notice of cancellation.

Technology Advisory Committee

The meeting consists of routine procedural items including the approval of minutes and a director's report. The committee will also address committee memberships under new business.

• Committee memberships

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for the construction of a new two-family home. The board will also consider approving minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing for a variance request at Woodward Avenue (Map-Lot: 22-0353) to build a new two-family dwelling
• Approval of minutes from the August 4, 2022 regular meeting

Finance & Government Operations Commission

The Finance & Government Operations Commission will discuss budget appropriations for the Tax Assessor and Police Department. The agenda also includes confirming several state grants for YSB and the Board of Education.

• Tax Assessor request for an additional appropriation for contractual services
• State grant confirmations for YSB totaling $31,500, $21,136, $27,848, and $21,667
• Board of Education grant confirmations for Food Services ($367,622.12) and Special Programs ($326,753.42)
• Police Department request for $1,085 for Animal Control salaries and professional development
• Bid waiver for Douglas Mechanical Services for Police Department HVAC maintenance

Mattabassett District Board

The Finance Committee is meeting to review and recommend a banking institution for the District's operating accounts. The committee will also discuss transferring remaining end-of-year balances to the reserve account and reviewing the FY 2022 audit.

• Recommendation of a banking institution for operating accounts
• Review of transferring remaining CNR balances to the reserve account
• Review and discussion of the FY 2022 audit

Mattabassett District Board

The committee will review banking institutions for operating accounts and discuss transferring end-of-year balances to the reserve account. Members will also consider recommending fund transfers from the reserve account for the Grease Skimmer System Project construction and administration costs. Additionally, the FY 2022 audit will be reviewed.

• Recommendation of a banking institution for operating accounts
• Review of transferring remaining balances to the reserve account
• Fund transfer recommendation for Grease Skimmer System Project construction and administration costs
• Review of FY 2022 audit

Mattabassett District Board

The Human Resources Committee will meet to review the resignation of the current Operations Manager and discuss the associated job description. The committee will also review grievances during an executive session.

• Review of Operations Manager resignation and job description
• Discussion of grievances in executive session

Mattabassett District Board

The Mattabassett District Finance Committee will review recommendations for operating account banking institutions. The committee will also discuss transferring funds from the reserve account to cover Grease Skimmer System Project costs. Additionally, members will review the FY 2022 audit and update bank signatories.

• Recommendation of a banking institution for operating accounts
• Transfer of remaining CNR balances to the reserve account
• Fund transfer from the Reserve account for Grease Skimmer System Project costs
• Review of FY 2022 audit
• Adding the new Office Supervisor to District Bank Signatories

Woodrow Wilson Building Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Woodrow Wilson Building Committee for August 29, 2022, has been canceled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

Mattabassett District Board

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss the resignation of the current Operations Manager. The committee will also review the position's job description.

• Review and discussion of the Operations Manager resignation and job description

Code Enforcement Committee

The committee will receive updates from various municipal departments, including Public Works, Health, and Police. The agenda also includes discussions regarding abandoned vehicles at 30 Wall Street and several properties listed under old business.

• Abandoned vehicles at 30 Wall Street
• Property update for 49 Silver Street
• Review of 106-108 Maple Street
• Review of 23 Silver Street
• Peppermill Private Fire Hydrant

Urban Forestry Commission

The Urban Forestry Commission will review planting plans for a proposed Big Y site on RT 17 and a sewer pump station replacement on Red Road. The meeting also includes reports on tree cutting at Freeman Road and River Road.

• Planting plan review for proposed Big Y site, RT 17
• Planting plan for proposed sewer pump station replacement on Red Road
• Report on Freeman Road/River Road tree cutting by EVERSOURCE
• Discussion of Arbor Day Tree Planting Signage
• Public comment regarding Main Street tree wells

Downtown Business District

This is a routine monthly meeting for the Middletown Downtown Business District. The agenda includes updates from city and community partners, a treasurer report, and committee progress reports.

• Updates from City Partners including Mayor, Police, and Public Works
• Updates from Community Partners including St. Vincent’s and Wesleyan University
• Committee reports on advertising, promotion, and beautification
• Treasurer report
• 925 Report

American Rescue Plan Task Force

This agenda consists only of procedural notice for a scheduled special meeting. No specific discussion items or proposals are listed in this document.

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The American Rescue Plan Act Task Force will hear presentations from South Fire District, Westfield Fire District, and Middlesex YMCA. The meeting also includes discussions regarding several pending applications and reports on current expenses.

• Presentations by South Fire District, Westfield Fire District, and Middlesex YMCA
• Discussion of NHCPA Riverbend, LLC application
• Discussion of MARC Community Resources application
• Report on current expenses and balances
• Report for Water and Sewer

Arts Commission

The Middletown Commission on the Arts has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 24, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2022.

• Cancellation of the August 24, 2022, regular meeting

Youth Service Bureau Advisory Board

The Youth Services Bureau Advisory Board is holding a special meeting on August 24, 2022. The agenda includes conducting EICG interviews at several local sites.

• Approval of all meeting notes
• EICG Interview: Russell Library (6:10 PM)
• EICG Interview: Cross Street Training & Academic Center (6:20 PM)
• EICG Interview: YMCA Kids Korner (6:30 PM)
• EICG Interview: Oddfellows Playhouse (6:40 PM)

Planning & Zoning Commission

A memorandum dated August 11, 2022, announces a meeting cancellation. The regular meeting of the Middletown Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for August 24, 2022, has been canceled.

Area Transit District

This meeting notice contains only procedural updates. The August 23, 2022 meeting is canceled, and the Estuary Transit District Expansion Transition Committee will now be known as the Estuary Transit District Facilities Committee.

• Renaming of the Estuary Transit District Expansion Transition Committee to the Estuary Transit District Facilities Committee
• Cancellation of the August 23, 2022 meeting

Middletown Recreation Center Building Committee

The committee is reviewing project updates and budget status for the Middletown Recreation Center. New business includes discussing invoices from Landmark Architects and A. Secondino & Sons.

• Landmark Architects invoice for $19,500
• A. Secondino & Sons invoice for $350,574.70
• A. Secondino & Sons Change Order #5 for $56,590.47
• Site walk at 140 Wilderman’s Way

Board of Health

The Middletown Board of Health is holding a special meeting to address new business. The agenda includes the allocation of the Public Health Block Grant for 2022/2023.

• Public Health Block Grant Allocation 2022/2023

Resource Recycling Advisory Council

The commission will host a presentation by Baystate Textiles and review various waste reduction initiatives. Discussions include glass separation at the Transfer Station and changes to leaf collection. The agenda also covers upcoming community events, such as e-waste collection.

• Presentation by Baystate Textiles
• Glass separation at Transfer Station
• Bulk waste at Transfer Station
• Leaf collection changes
• E-waste collection on Sept. 10

Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee

The regular meeting of the Riverfront Boathouse Building Committee scheduled for August 17, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed in the notice.

• Meeting cancellation

Human Relations Commission

The commission will receive a status update on revising the working definition of anti-Semitism for a resolution to be sent to the Common Council. The agenda also includes a public session with the Superintendent of Schools and a review of 2022 attendance.

• Status update on revised definition of anti-Semitism for Common Council resolution
• Public session with Alberto Vazquez Matos, Superintendent of Schools
• Review of 2022 attendance
• Approval of June 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Citizens Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Citizens Advisory Committee has been canceled. This memorandum was issued by Budget Analyst Susan Nesco.

• Meeting cancellation

Firing Range Building Committee

The Firing Range Building Committee will discuss an RFP for Design Build under old business. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• RFP for Design Build

Commission on Conservation & Agriculture

The Commission on Conservation & Agriculture will review committee reports regarding trail maintenance, ATV activity, and agriculture grant updates. The meeting also includes discussions on the Red Maple Swamp environmental review and new business related to agricultural land inventories.

• Tri-Town Lamentation Open Space Acquisition Plan
• Open Space Land Inventory for Agriculture Uses
• Red Maple Swamp Environmental Review Team Assessment update
• ATV activity on Lamentation Mountain/Land Trust properties
• Trails maintenance update

LGBTQIA+ Commission

The commission is meeting to recap the 2022 Middletown Pride event and develop ideas for 2023. Members will also receive updates on various pride initiatives, including partnerships with the Triangle Community Center and Q+. Additionally, the commission will discuss community safety in Middletown.

• Recap of Middletown Pride 2022 and planning for 2023
• Proposal Application Form for Middletown Pride 2023
• Safety for LGBTQIA+ Community in Middletown
• Updates on partnerships with Triangle Community Center and Q+
• Transgender and Intersex Panel at Russell Library

General Counsel Commission

The General Counsel Commission will hold a special meeting on August 15, 2022. The commission is scheduled to review the minutes from the July 14, 2022, special meeting and discuss the job description and Memorandum of Understanding for the Assistant City & Town Clerk.

• Review of July 14, 2022 Special Meeting minutes
• Job Description & MOU - Assistant City & Town Clerk

Retirement Board

The board will elect a new Chair and Secretary and approve minutes from May 16, 2022. The agenda includes an executive session regarding a duty disability retirement request for Police Officer David Fuchs. Additionally, the board will review investments and COLA cost estimates.

• Election of Pension Board Chair and Secretary
• Duty disability retirement request for Police Officer David Fuchs
• Review of investments
• COLA cost estimates
• Processing of new membership applications and retirement requests

Public Safety Commission

The commission will review Fire Department monthly reports regarding calls, events, and training. The agenda also includes discussions on overtime status, recruitment, and vehicle replacement.

• Fire Department monthly report
• Overtime status and EMS response updates
• Active shooter committee and recruitment
• Staff vehicle replacement and new apparatus
• Telecommunications Committee summary of action

Public Safety Commission

The Middletown Public Safety Commission will review monthly police reports, including overtime balances and incident statistics. The agenda also includes discussion on standardizing Douglas Mechanical for HVAC work and confirming $10,000 in grants for a future K9.

• $10,000 in grant confirmations for a future K9 from AKCR and Farmington Valley Kennel Club
• Standardization of Douglas Mechanical for HVAC work
• Review of monthly overtime balances and incident statistics reports

Mattabassett District Board

The Engineering Committee will review and recommend approval for purchasing materials from Ross Valve Co. and construction work with C. H. Nickerson regarding cone valve replacements. The committee will also discuss a gearbox replacement for the Detroiter #1 Center.

• Purchase of Cone Valve materials from Ross Valve Co.
• Construction work for Cone Valve removal and installation with C. H. Nickerson
• Replacement of the Detroiter #1 Center Gearbox

Mattabassett District Board

The Mattabassett District Engineering Committee will meet to review and recommend approval for equipment updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding raw sewage pump valves and a gearbox replacement for Detroiter #1 Center.

• Review of Cone Valve, Raw Sewage Pumps
• Review of Detroiter #1 Center Gearbox Replacement

Mattabassett District Board

The Mattabassett District Board will review July 2022 financial reports, including receipts, expenditures, and budget statements. The meeting also includes staff reports on operational data and committee updates regarding sewage pump maintenance.

• Review of FY 21-22 and FY 22-23 receipts and expenditures
• Engineering report on cone valve and raw sewage pumps
• Engineering report on Detroiter #1 center gearbox replacement
• Discussion regarding reserve capacity

Area Transit District

The Estuary Transit District Board will review several committee and director reports, including budget updates and 2022 ridership data. New business items include a discussion regarding a fare collection survey and the selection of a new DBA.

• Acceptance of July 8, 2022, board meeting minutes
• Review of ETD and MAT budget vs. actual reports
• Presentation of 2022 ridership data
• Fare Collection Survey discussion
• Selection of New DBA

Code Enforcement Committee

The Code Enforcement Committee will receive updates from several city departments, including Public Works, Health, and Police. The committee will also revisit ongoing items regarding specific addresses in Middletown.

• Updates from various city departments
• Discussion regarding Peppermill Private Fire Hydrant
• Review of property matters at 25 Walnut Street
• Review of property matters at 23 Silver Street
• Review of property matters at 1235 Saybrook Road

General Counsel Commission

The regular meeting of the General Counsel Commission scheduled for August 11, 2022, has been cancelled.

American Rescue Plan Task Force

The Task Force will hear presentations from four applicants and consider a request for a consultant. The agenda also includes updates on the Middlesex Redemption Center and Community Health Center, Inc.

• Presentations by NHCPA Riverbend, LLC; St. Vincent de Paul Middletown; Middletown Racial Justice Coalition; and Middletown Conn Realty LLC
• Request for a consultant
• Middlesex Redemption Center: Can and Bottle Redemption Facility
• Community Health Center, Inc.: Vinnie’s Jump-N-Jive/Middletown Family Wellness Center
• Report on current expenses, balances, and water and sewer

Design Review & Preservation Board, Middletown

The Design Review & Preservation Board meeting scheduled for August 10, 2022, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of business.

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The Commission will review a petition to change Monarca Drive from private to public. The meeting includes updates on the dog park, recreation center, and multiuse trails. Members will also discuss leaf collection and recycling memberships.

• Petition for Monarca Drive (Private to Public)
• 2022 Fishin’ Factory 3 CT Carp Open event
• Updates on Dog Park and Recreation Center
• Updates on Veterans Pool and Splash Pad
• Leaf collection and hauler registration

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The commission will review a petition to change Monarca Drive from private to public status. The meeting also includes progress updates on the Dog Park, Recreation Center, and Veterans Pool. Additionally, officials will discuss leaf collection and bulk waste registration.

• Petition for Monarca Drive (Private to Public)
• 2022 Fishin’ Factory 3 CT Carp Open event details
• Updates on Lyceum Road, Dog Park, and Recreation Center
• Leaf collection and bulk waste registration

Public Works & Facilities Commission

The commission will review a petition to change Monarca Drive from private to public status. Members will also receive progress updates on several projects, including Lyceum Road, the Dog Park, and the Veterans Pool. The meeting includes reviews of July 2022 monthly reports for various divisions.

• Petition for Monarca Drive (Private to Public)
• Updates on Lyceum Road, Saybrook Road, and Dog Park
• Updates on Veterans Pool and Splash Pad
• Discussion of 2022 Fishin’ Factory 3 CT Carp Open
• Review of July 2022 Highway and Parks monthly reports

Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee will discuss facility updates and operational reports. The agenda includes discussions regarding Eastern Drive development and building issues.

• Development of Eastern Drive
• Ramp by Southern Porch
• Finances
• Occupancy and demographics
• Building issues

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to change 316 and 324 Washington Street from residential to commercial/office use. They will also discuss the implementation of Phase II of the riverfront master plan and an upgrade to the Red Road Pumping Station.

• Change of use for 316 and 324 Washington Street
• Upgrade to Red Road Pumping Station at 90 Red Road
• Discussion on riverfront master plan Phase II implementation