Milford public meetings in 2023

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also consider an approval for a permanent driveway easement for the City of Milford at 51 Roses Mill Road.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of permanent driveway easement for the City of Milford at 51 Roses Mill Road (Map 090, Block 812, Parcel 44)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The committee is meeting to review producer and treasurer reports. Members will discuss goals, priorities, and the PEGPETIA Grant. The agenda also includes a review of the programming schedule.

• Discussion of PEGPETIA Grant
• Review of programming schedule
• Review of goals and priorities

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 21, 2023, via teleconference has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued by HR Director Tania R. Barnes

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to conduct permit reviews and receive reports from commission leadership. The body will discuss ongoing business regarding the SHIPPS Grant and a proposal for the Charles Island Oyster Farm.

• DEEP Permit review for Spencer’s Marina
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• Charles Island Oyster Farm Proposal
• Milford Rotary Lobster Bake

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will meet to elect a chairman and review status reports on school infrastructure. The body will consider payment requisitions for multiple ongoing projects.

• Security infrastructure upgrades at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools
• Status report on Joseph A. Foran High School roof project
• Status report on Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition, renovations, and upgrades
• Discussion of ledge delay issues at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School
• Consideration of payment requisitions #3, #5, and #7

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will hold a meeting via Zoom to review reports and conduct routine business. The agenda includes updates on wastewater and inflow/infiltration, as well as the approval of previous meeting minutes and payments.

• Review of Consulting Engineer’s Report from Weston & Sampson
• Wastewater report update
• Inflow/infiltration update
• Approval of November 15, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of payments

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review materials and reports regarding a project at 57 New Haven Avenue. The session includes the review of an engineering report and project plans.

• Review of application IW-23-0074 for 57 New Haven Avenue
• Review of engineering report dated 12-15-2023 for 57 New Haven Avenue

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial disbursements and payables. The board will also consider a resolution to approve the 2023 meeting schedule. Public time is suspended for this meeting.

• Acceptance of November 2023 disbursements
• Approval of December 2023 accrued payables
• Resolution to approve the 2023 Board of Commissioners meeting schedule

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review the proposed 2024/25 budget and a proposal for an updated hydrant ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions on Tower 1 and employment agreement language for new hires.

• Updated Hydrant Ordinance Proposal
• 2024/25 Proposed Budget
• Tower 1 discussion
• New Hire Language (Employment Agreement)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the 2024 meeting schedule and a specific hiring request. The body will also receive a report from the Human Resources Director.

• Request to hire Benefits & Pension Coordinator at step beyond minimum
• Approval of Schedule of Meetings for Calendar Year 2024

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for Monday, December 18, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Energy Advisory Board

The December 18, 2023, Energy Advisory Board meeting has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is January 22, 2024.

Harbor Management Commission

The December 14, 2023, meeting of the Milford Harbor Management Commission was canceled.

Pension & Retirement Board

The Milford Pension & Retirement Board holds a special teleconference meeting to handle pension requests, including a police disability application, new member enrollments, and withdrawal/refund calculations. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items, with an executive session planned for a police disability case.

• Police disability pension application for Christopher M. Doyle (Code 3P) with supporting documentation
• Vested pension application/calculation for Sheila Dravis-Cosgrove (City Non-Rep)
• Withdrawal/refund calculations for Daniel Cavoto (PW) and Rosann M. Farrell (City Clerk)
• Five new member applications: Karen M. Chappa (Nurses), Anthony S. Giannattasio (Mayor's Office), Scott Osborne (Comm. Dev.), Michael Ross (Police), Timothy F. Wydra (Police)
• Two invoices from Principal totaling $3,619.60 for July and October 2023

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission will meet to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The body is deciding whether to allow the installation of 18 solar panels on a main roof.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application for 18 solar panels at 17 Green Street

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission is meeting to discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and two specific contracts. The body will also review reports from the Building and Grounds Committee and the financial report.

• Management Contract
• Onofreo HVC Contract
• 2024 meeting schedule approval

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider variance requests for property additions and a pool at 72 Westport Place. The board will also hear an appeal regarding a zoning permit for a nonconforming structure at 15 Bonsilene Street.

• 72 Westport Place: Request to vary south, east, and front-yard setbacks for an addition, accessory structure, and pool
• 72 Westport Place: Request for front-porch, rear deck, and terrace projections
• 15 Bonsilene Street: Appeal of Zoning Enforcement Officer decision regarding a zoning permit for a nonconforming structure
• Adoption of the 2024 Zoning Board of Appeals Calendar

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Milford Flood & Erosion Control Board is meeting to discuss updates on various drainage and CDBG projects, the Program for Public Information, and the Resiliency Plan. The agenda includes public participation and approval of previous minutes, with new business possible by a two-thirds vote.

• Update on drainage projects at Point Beach, Milford Point Road, Morningside Road Revetment, Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area, Wildemere/Walnut Beach, Crescent Beach, Red Bush, Rowe Ave, Whole Foods Complex, Bayview, Laurel Ave
• Update on Program for Public Information (PPI)
• Update on Resiliency Plan
• Consideration of minutes from November 14, 2023

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from October 17, 2023, and accept the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health, and Director divisions.

• Approval of 10/17/2023 Minutes
• Acceptance of Board of Health 2024 Meeting Dates

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission will consider appointments, hear citizen comments, and review reports from various units. Key items include discussion of traffic plans for the Metro Center at 44-64 River St. and traffic conditions at Pond Point/Yale Ave. The commission will also enter executive session to discuss a police department employee's sick time benefits and the chief's employment agreement.

• Consideration of traffic plans for 44-64 River St. Metro Center
• Discussion of traffic conditions at Pond Point/Yale Ave.
• Certificate of Commendation for Officer Caitlin Pierce (Report #2023008227)
• Executive session on sick time benefits and chief's employment agreement
• Reports from Special Investigations, Detective Bureau, Crime Prevention, and Traffic Division

Council on Aging

The Milford Council on Aging Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting on December 11, 2023, at the Milford Senior Center. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes and reports, as well as discussion of the Employee Handbook, a board appointment, and a possible sound system upgrade. The board may also enter executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Discussion of Employee Handbook under Old Business
• Milford Council on Aging Board Appointment under New Business
• Presentation by Edward Jones - Phil Ucci
• Sound system discussion with Amanda Berry
• Executive Session for personnel matter

Board of Education

The Board of Education will consider the 2024 meeting schedule and the 2024-25 academic calendar. Members will also review the completion of security upgrade projects at two elementary schools.

• Acceptance of Hardened Entranceway project at Calf Pen Meadow Elementary School as 100% complete
• Acceptance of Hardened Entranceway project at Live Oaks Elementary School as 100% complete
• Action requested on the Board of Education Schedule of Meetings in 2024
• First reading of the 2024-25 Academic Calendar

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The December 6, 2023 meeting of the Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is January 3, 2024. No items were discussed or decided.

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The meeting scheduled for December 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2024.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The regular meeting of the Milford Inland Wetlands Agency scheduled for December 6, 2023, has been cancelled.

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is meeting to discuss revisions to Article III District Use Regulations for the Office District. The agenda also includes reviews of a regulation change and a special permit related to subway projects.

• Article III District Use Regulations for the Office District
• Subway regulation change (23-6)
• Special permit for subway (0_305_325)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is reviewing several grant acceptances for flood mitigation and police services, as well as a $2.54 million transfer for wastewater projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on a school facility utilization study and multiple board appointments.

• Resolution for a $1,216,000 grant to elevate Milford Point Road and upgrade drainage
• Resolution for a $140,000 grant for portable pumps at Bayview Beach flood mitigation project
• Allocation Transfer No. 5 of $2,540,000 from Sewer Fund to various wastewater projects
• Acceptance of a $24,723.36 State Highway DUI Grant for the Milford Police
• Consideration of refunds totaling $8,983.04

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review October 2023 minutes and approve November 2023 disbursements and payables. An executive session may be held to discuss pending or threatened litigation with legal counsel.

• Approval of November 2023 disbursements and accrued payables
• Potential executive session regarding litigation claims

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review reports from the Chair and Open Space Director. The body will discuss the placement of signs regarding dumping in open space areas and schedule a site visit to Mondo Pond.

• Discussion of additional city signs for dumping in open space areas
• Scheduling a walk around Mondo Pond

Board of Aldermen

This is a special organizational meeting of the Milford Board of Aldermen to set up its leadership and committees for the 2023-2025 term. The board will elect a chairman, announce majority and minority leaders, appoint standing and special committees, and vote on adopting the Aldermanic Rules of Order. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Election of Chairman of the Board of Aldermen
• Announcement of Majority and Minority Leaders
• Appointments of Aldermanic Standing Committees and Liaison Assignments
• Vote on adoption of Aldermanic Rules of Order for 2023-2025 term

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is reviewing development applications and regulation changes. Discussions include specific property requests and revisions to the Office District use regulations.

• Application for 25 Shell Ave
• Application for 3 Anderson Ave
• Application for 695 West Ave
• Proposed changes to Article III District Use Regulations for the Office District
• Special permit application for 0, 305, and 325 Subway Way

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to conduct regular business and review committee reports. The primary item for discussion is the preparation of the 2024/25 Department Budget.

• 2024/25 Department Budget preparation and discussion

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board will approve October meeting minutes and receive progress reports on the Milford Energy Plan from subcommittees covering energy audits, residential efficiency, renewables, and building codes. Members will also discuss a letter to Public Works about automobile use and decide whether to meet in December or January.

• Progress reports on Milford Energy Plan from subcommittees
• Discussion of letter to Milford Public Works Department about automobile use
• Review of state building code use by Milford
• Reports on renewables and storage
• Decision on December vs. January meeting schedule

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss a request to hire a Public Health Nurse at a step beyond the minimum. The body will also review reports from the Human Resources Director and an open jobs report.

• Request to hire Public Health Nurse at step beyond minimum

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for Monday, November 20, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting to finalize its submission to the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the FCP Euro proposal to rezone the Sub Way property. The commission will prepare statements compiled from commissioners' comments and vote on the final submission.

• Finalize submission to P&Z on FCP Euro proposal
• Rezone Sub Way property

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board will meet via teleconference to consider seven pension applications and two withdrawal/refund requests, approve seven investment management invoices totaling about $114,000, and hear a report from investment advisor Bierne Wealth. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a chairman's report.

• 7 pension requests: Maria Benedetti (BOE), Chad P. Cameron (Fire), Anthony M. Francischiello (PW), Lisa E. Streit (City), Joanne Scofield (BOE Food Service), Mitchell Warwick (Police), Christopher Zak (Fire)
• 2 withdrawal/refund applications: Brianne Conway (Community Dev.), Norberto Pabon (PW)
• 5 new member applications: Joanne Chow-Yen (BOE Food Service), Victoria Colella (Police), Carlos F. Conceicco (Police), Crystal C. Higgins (Tax Collector), Stephanie Peloso (Police)
• Investment invoices totaling $114,433.91: Boyd Watterson $12,440, Columbia Threadneedle $4,173.69, Eagle Capital $6,103.66, Neuberger Berman $52,838.22, Neuberger Berman Mid-Cap $21,727.87, Principal $1,672.10, Sprott $15,478.37
• Report of investment advisor Bierne Wealth (max 30 minutes)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will review reports from the Harbor Master and various standing committees. The body will discuss old business regarding dredging and the 2024 Mooring Agreement, as well as a new proposal for a Charles Island Oyster Farm.

• Charles Island Oyster Farm Proposal
• Channel & Anchorage Dredging
• 2024 Mooring Agreement Review
• 20 Rogers Avenue P&Z Updates
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will hold a special meeting to review status reports on security infrastructure upgrades at two elementary schools, the Joseph A. Foran High School roof project, and the Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition and renovations. The committee will also consider payment requisitions for these projects. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School.

• Security infrastructure upgrades at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools
• Roof project at Joseph A. Foran High School
• Addition, renovations, and upgrades at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School, including ledge delay issues
• Payment requisitions #2, #4, and #6
• Approval of minutes from October 19, 2023 special meeting

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet via Zoom to consider petitions for a new multi-family residential development at 0 Depot Road and a warehouse project at 0,305,325 Sub Way. The meeting also includes reports on wastewater and inflow/infiltration, as well as the approval of payments and previous meeting minutes.

• Proposed 41-unit multi-family residential development at 0 Depot Road
• Proposed 160,000 sq. ft. warehouse with office space at 0,305,325 Sub Way
• Approval of payments
• Approval of October 15, 2023, meeting minutes

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review two specific property applications. The body will consider documents and plans related to these sites.

• Application IW-23-0066 for 354 North Street
• Application IW-23-0068 for 7 Chester Street

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission will consider a donation from the Citizens Academy, discuss 2024 meeting dates, and address traffic concerns on Gulf Street. The commission will also review reports from several units and consider the performance of one employee in executive session.

• Donation from Citizens Academy
• Gulf Street speed and signage issues
• FCP Warehouse Building at 305-325 Sub Way
• Consideration of performance of one employee in executive session

Police Commission

This meeting is a procedural rescheduling notice. The Police Commission meeting originally set for November 13 has been moved to November 14 at 7:00 p.m. at Police Headquarters. No agenda items beyond the date change are provided.

• Meeting date changed from November 13 to November 14, 2023
• Meeting location: Police Headquarters

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Milford Flood & Erosion Control Board is meeting to discuss updates on various drainage and CDBG projects, the Program for Public Information, and the Resiliency Plan. The agenda includes public participation and approval of previous minutes. Most items are updates rather than final decisions.

• Update on Point Beach drainage project
• Update on Milford Point Road drainage project
• Update on Morningside Road Revetment
• Update on Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area
• Update on Wildemere/Walnut Beach, Crescent Beach, Red Bush, Rowe Ave, Whole Foods Complex, Bayview, Laurel Ave

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss comments for the Planning and Zoning Commission. The discussion focuses on a proposal by FCP Euro to rezone the Sub Way property.

• FCP Euro proposal to rezone Sub Way property

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve the minutes from the October 17, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health, and Director divisions.

• Approval of 10/17/2023 Minutes

Milford Department of Human Services

The Human Services Board of Directors is meeting via teleconference. The board will review the Director's report and establish the meeting schedule for 2024.

• Approval of September 19, 2023 minutes
• Setting of 2024 meeting dates

Board of Education

The Board of Education will consider approving educational specifications, plans, and estimates for HVAC improvements at The Academy and Joseph A. Foran High School. The board will also review reports on transportation, disbursements, and talent management. An executive session is scheduled to discuss salaries for non-certified and non-union employees.

• HVAC Improvements project at The Academy (Educational Specifications, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates)
• HVAC Improvements project at Joseph A. Foran High School (Educational Specifications, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates)
• Salaries for Non-Certified/Non-Union Employees
• Talent Management and Development Annual Report
• Transportation and Disbursement Reports

Board of Aldermen

The provided agenda consists of procedural placeholders and links to documents. There are no specific motions, proposals, or discussion items listed in the text.

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss administrative matters, street tree replacements, tree warden appeals, and other tree-related business. The commission will review postings for specific trees, discuss an upcoming tree walk, and consider a landscape plan review for a warehouse facility.

• Street tree replacements on Bridgeport Avenue, Devon
• Tree Warden postings for Umbrella Pine (Borough of Woodmont), North Street Maple, Loomis Street, and Woodmont Rd
• Tree Walk on November 18th
• Inter-agency review of landscape plan for 305-325 SUB WAY Warehouse Facility (SP-4)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023, was cancelled. The notice states that no COA Application had been submitted.

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is reviewing applications and plans for properties at 25 Shell Ave, 3 Anderson Ave, and 695 West Ave. The meeting also includes discussions on Office District use regulations and subway regulation changes.

• Review of 25 Shell Ave including traffic reports and letters of opposition
• Review of 3 Anderson Ave plans and documents
• Review of 695 West Ave revised plans
• Proposed revisions to Article III District Use Regulations for the Office District
• Discussion of subway regulation changes and special permits for 0, 305, and 325

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will meet to review reports from the Building and Grounds Committee and the financial report. The body will also consider the approval of the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Building and Grounds Committee report
• Financial report
• Management report on rounds by Robert McNeil
• Discussion and approval of the 2024 meeting schedule

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Regulation Subcommittee is meeting to discuss specific amendments to local regulations. The focus is on design flood elevations and definitions regarding substantial improvements for dormers.

• Review of Sections 5.8.4.9 and 11.2 regarding design flood elevation
• Draft amendment to Section 5.18.13.4 A and AE flood zones
• Review of Section 11.2 regarding dormer substantial improvement definitions

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Commission will meet on November 1, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at Lisman Landing Conference Room. The agenda includes public comment, approval of October 4 minutes, a letter from T. Catapano, director's and commissioners' reports (including Golf Course and Bench Dedication), and possible new business by a 2/3 vote. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Consideration of minutes from October 4, 2023
• Letter received from T. Catapano
• Director's report
• Commissioners' reports on Golf Course Committee and Bench Dedication Program
• New business may be introduced by a 2/3 vote

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Commission will hold its regular November meeting to consider previous minutes and review reports. The agenda includes updates from the Director and various committees.

• Consideration of October 4, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of correspondence from T. Catapano
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

Library Board

The Board of Directors will meet to review financial and committee reports. The Library Director will provide an update on the Strategic Plan and lead a discussion on the library budget.

• Library Budget Discussion (due to Finance Nov. 9)
• Strategic Plan update
• Policy Committee report
• Buildings and Grounds Committee report
• Donor Recognition Committee report

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications and plans for three specific locations. The body will consider documents and plans related to these sites.

• Application for 1 Avalon Drive
• Application for 354 North Street
• Application for 0 Peck Ln (Indian Lake Dam)

Board of Aldermen

The Public Works Committee is holding a routine meeting on October 30, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at the Public Works office, 83 Ford Street. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes, new business, old business, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

• Meeting scheduled for Monday, October 30, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at 83 Ford Street
• Agenda includes roll call, minutes approval, new business, old business, adjournment

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss unfinished business, specifically the FY24 budget. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

• Discussion of FY24 budget

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will hold a meeting via Zoom to conduct regular business. The agenda includes reviewing the consulting engineer's report from Weston & Sampson and receiving wastewater and inflow/infiltration updates.

• Review of September 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of payments
• Consulting Engineer’s Report from Weston & Sampson
• Wastewater report

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is meeting to review the draft Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The agenda includes associated reports and comments from state and municipal sources.

• Review of the 2023.10.05 Draft Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee is meeting to handle routine business including public comment, minutes, treasurer's and producer reports, and the chairman's report. Under unfinished business, they will discuss the Law/Foran football game, and under new business, they will consider the programming schedule and the FY '24 budget.

• Discussion of Law/Foran Football Game
• Programming Schedule review
• FY '24 Budget consideration

Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to hear a presentation on the MPS Facility Utilization Study. The presentation will be delivered by Dr. Anna Cutaia, Mr. Sean Brennan, and SLAM Collaborative.

• MPS Facility Utilization Study presentation by Dr. Anna Cutaia, Mr. Sean Brennan, and SLAM Collaborative

Board of Aldermen

The Building Committee of the Boys and Girls Club of Milford will meet to discuss exterior door and window replacement. The committee will also review payment requisitions and address new business items.

• Discussion of exterior door and window replacement
• Payment requisitions
• New business

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to discuss the Harbor Management Plan and the 2024 Mooring Agreement. The body will also review a DEEP Permit for Founders Walk Outfalls and receive updates on dredging and the SHIPPS Grant.

• DEEP Permit review for Founders Walk Outfalls
• Review of Harbor Management Plan and 2024 Mooring Agreement
• Updates on 20 Rogers Avenue P&Z
• Channel & Anchorage Dredging updates
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant updates

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board will review several pension requests, withdrawals, and new entries for city, police, fire, and board of education employees. The board will also consider payments for financial consulting and accounting services.

• Invoice for Beirne Wealth Consulting: $85,627.33
• Three Lazard Asset Management invoices totaling $66,073.25
• Invoice for Michael J. Paolini, CPA: $10,800.00
• Pension requests for 8 individuals including police, fire, and BOE staff
• Withdrawal and refund applications for 4 former employees

Inland Wetlands Agency

The regular meeting of the Milford Inland Wetlands Agency scheduled for October 18, 2023, has been cancelled.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications and plans for specific sites in Milford. The agenda includes documentation for projects at Avalon Drive, North Street, and Peck Lane.

• Application IWC-23-0005 for Avalon Drive
• Application IW-23-0066 for 354 North Street
• Application IW-23-0067 for 0 Peck Ln (Indian Lake Dam)

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission has no agenda available for its October 17, 2023 meeting. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive items to report.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve the minutes from the September 19, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health, and Director divisions.

• Approval of 9/19/2023 Minutes

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board is meeting to review site plans and lease agreements. The agenda includes documents related to specific properties on Buckingham Avenue, East Broadway, and Tudor Road.

• Review of site plans for 242 Buckingham Ave
• Review of site plans for 783 East Broadway
• Review of lease for 1 Tudor Rd
• Review of Boys and Girls Club lease

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review committee reports and the Chief's report. The agenda includes discussions on new equipment and committee assignments.

• Review of Personnel, Maintenance & Equipment, Safety, and Education committee reports
• Chief's Report
• Discussion of new equipment
• Unfinished business regarding committee assignments

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and receive progress reports on the Milford Energy Plan from various members, covering topics such as energy audits, residential efficiency, renewables, and building codes. They will also discuss lessons learned from farmers' markets and other activities since the last meeting.

• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2023 meeting
• Progress reports on Milford Energy Plan from members including Phil Brewer, Alan Brewster, James Day, John Karyczak, Curt Krushinsky, Tom Mele, and Pieter Moen
• Discussion of lessons learned from farmers' markets
• Report on SCRCOG connection by Phil
• Next meeting scheduled for November 20, 2023 via Zoom

Board of Education

The Board of Education is conducting a community conversation featuring student and business leader panels. The event includes guided and small group discussions to summarize key ideas and comments.

• Student and business leader panels
• Small group discussions

Civil Service Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Milford Civil Service Commission on October 16, 2023, has been canceled. No business was conducted.

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The Milford Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss the status of CT Siting Council hearings regarding UI transmission lines. The body will also review its outreach program and the Featured Property webpage.

• Review of UI Transmission Line CT Siting Council Hearings/Status
• Status of Featured Property webpage and outreach program
• Consideration of payment requisitions
• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Animal Shelter Commission

The Animal Shelter Commission will meet to discuss the budget and purchase order process. The body will also review facility improvement priorities, animal control staffing, and dog grooming.

• Discussion of Budget and Purchase Order process
• Facility Improvement Recommendations and Prioritization
• Hiring of Animal Control staff
• Dog grooming

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

This meeting of the Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission has no published agenda. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to decide or discuss, and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Regulation Subcommittee is meeting to discuss proposed changes to city regulations. The discussion focuses on flood hazard prevention, non-conforming structures, and zoning definitions.

• Proposed changes to Article V regarding Flood Hazard and Flood Damage Prevention (Items 23-3, 23-5, 23-13)
• Proposed changes to Article IX, Section 9.2.4 regarding the Zoning Enforcement officer (Item 23-8)
• Proposed changes to Article VI, Section 6.3 regarding Non-Conforming Structures and building volume (Item 23-12)
• Proposed changes to Article XI, Section 11.2 definitions for Dormer and Substantial Improvement (Item 23-11)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The meeting scheduled for October 11, 2023, was cancelled. The notice states that no COA Application had been submitted.

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss routine business including public comment, approval of previous meeting minutes, and reports from the chairman, committees, and management. No major decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Consideration of minutes from September 13, 2023
• Chairman’s Report
• Building and Grounds Committee Report
• Financial Report
• Management’s Report on rounds by Robert McNeil

Police Commission

The Police Commission meeting scheduled for October 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 13, 2023.

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission is holding a special meeting to prepare for the Boards and Commissions Open House on October 11, 2023. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, and new business focused solely on this event.

• Preparation for Boards and Commissions Open House at City Hall on October 11, 2023, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Board of Education

The Milford School Readiness Council is meeting virtually to discuss new business including council membership, grant enrollment for summer 2023 and the 2023-2024 school year, meeting dates, and bylaws. They will also review one of the 11 quality components (Annual Evaluation and Program Monitoring) and consider minutes from the June 6, 2023 meeting. Public comment is limited to topics related to the School Readiness grant and its 56 grant spaces.

• Review of grant enrollment for summer 2023 and 2023-2024 school year
• Discussion of School Readiness Council meeting dates for 2023-2024, including corrected April schedule
• Review of bylaws
• Review of Annual Evaluation and Program Monitoring quality component
• Consideration of minutes from June 6, 2023 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided document contains only the meeting agenda and materials list. No specific items, proposals, or decisions are detailed in the text provided.

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The board will receive updates on several drainage and CDBG projects across the city. Members will also discuss the Program for Public Information and the Resiliency Plan.

• Drainage project updates for Point Beach, Milford Point Road, and Morningside Road Revetment
• Drainage project updates for Gulf Street, Welches Point Road, and Bluff area
• Drainage project updates for Wildemere, Walnut Beach, Crescent Beach, and Red Bush
• Drainage project updates for Rowe Ave, Whole Foods Complex, Bayview, and Laurel Ave
• Update on the Resiliency Plan and Program for Public Information (PPI)

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will meet to review reports from the Treasurer, Finance committee, and Personnel committee. The board is scheduled to discuss a State of CT Senior Center ARPA allocation and an Edward Jones investment account.

• State of CT Senior Center ARPA allocation
• Edward Jones Investment Account
• Dick Dowin Plaque update
• Member Handbook

Board of Education

The Board of Education will consider the 2024-25 budget priorities and assumptions. Members will also review plans for fixtures, furnishings, and equipment for the Pumpkin Delight Elementary School expansion project. Additionally, the board will consider three policies regarding library materials and software use.

• Approval of plans and estimates for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School Expansion and Alterations Project (State Project #084-0213E/A)
• 2nd reading of 2024-25 Budget Priorities & Assumptions
• Policy 6161: Library Media Materials - Selection
• Policy 6161.7: Use of Proprietary Software Products
• Policy 6177: Use of Commercially Produced Video and Audio Recordings

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss administrative matters, street tree replacements, and Tree Warden appeals. The agenda includes a request for Bridgeport Avenue in Devon, updates on postings for an Umbrella Pine in Woodmont and Willem Court, and planning for a November 18th Tree Walk. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Street tree replacement request on Bridgeport Avenue, Devon (Meghan Sousa)
• Tree Warden appeal postings: Umbrella Pine, Borough of Woodmont; Willem Court
• Arboretum Tree Walk scheduled for November 18th
• Approval of minutes from 08-14-23 and financial update
• Boards and Commissions Open House at City Hall

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee is holding a special meeting to consider the minutes from its September 7 meeting and receive a status report on the Pumpkin Delight Elementary School project, including approval of the furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) package. The meeting will be held via Zoom on October 5, 2023.

• Consideration of minutes from September 7, 2023 special meeting
• Status report on Pumpkin Delight Elementary School – approval of FF&E package

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of August 2 minutes, correspondence from T. Catapano, a Director's report, and reports from the Golf Course Committee and Bench Dedication Program. No specific action items or dollar amounts are listed.

• Consideration of minutes from August 2, 2023
• Correspondence from T. Catapano
• Director's report
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The commission will meet to review minutes from August 2, 2023, and a letter from T. Catapano. The agenda includes reports from the Director and commissioners regarding the Golf Course Committee and the Bench Dedication Program.

• Review of August 2, 2023 minutes
• Correspondence from T. Catapano
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

Board of Education

The Board of Education is holding a community conversation at the Joseph A. Foran High School Teaching and Learning Center. The event features guided discussions with student and business leader panels and small group sessions.

• Student and business leader panels
• Small group discussions

Library Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Library Board meeting. The board will review the agenda and vote on meeting materials as presented in the attached documents.

• Vote on meeting materials (MPL_BOARD_VOTE_OCTOBER_4_2023.PDF)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications for work at three specific addresses. The body will also consider a draft of the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Application for 1 Avalon Drive (IWC-23-0005)
• Application for 85 Viscount Drive (IW-23-0060)
• Application for 104 Edgewater Place (IW-23-0061)
• Review of 2024 MIWA meeting calendar draft

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is reviewing a proposal for 25 Shell Ave and considering a regulation change for the Shopping Center Design District (SCD50). The meeting includes a review of the Boys and Girls Club lease.

• Review of 25 Shell Ave proposal
• Regulation change for Shopping Center Design District (SCD50)
• Boys and Girls Club lease review

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review a collective bargaining agreement for Local 944 firefighters. The meeting includes votes on city appointments, budget transfers, and maintenance contracts for the city's microgrid and road restoration.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement for Local 944 International Association of Firefighters (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2026)
• Agreement with South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority for Country Lane resurfacing estimated at $79,345.00
• Milford Maintenance OPEX Proposal with Schneider Electric for microgrid services
• Request for driveway access within the right-of-way of Chester Road for 1 and 3 Chester Street
• Consideration of refunds totaling $41,077.81

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss wastewater and inflow/infiltration updates. The agenda includes a tabled application for a proposed mixed-use redevelopment at 470-488 Wheelers Farms Road.

• Proposed mixed use redevelopment at 470-488 Wheelers Farms Road
• Consulting Engineer’s Report from Weston & Sampson
• Approval of August 30, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of payments

Board of Education

The Board of Education will discuss proposed budget priorities and assumptions for the 2024-25 school year. The body will also consider a grant award for the Milford Family Resource Center and review student achievement results from 2022-2023.

• CSDE Grant Award to Milford Family Resource Center
• MPS Student Achievement Results (2022-2023)
• Proposed 2024-25 Budget Priorities and Assumptions
• Policy 6161 Library Media Materials-Selection
• Policy 6177 Use of Commercially Produced Video and Audio Recordings

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review committee reports and discuss new business. The agenda includes a report regarding a new engine and a discussion on new equipment.

• Report on new engine
• Discussion of new equipment
• Committee assignments

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee is meeting virtually to discuss routine business including the treasurer's report, producer reports, and unfinished business. Key items include a GATA grant and planning for candidate forums and other programming through December.

• Consideration of GATA Grant under Unfinished Business
• Discussion of City Open House for Boards and Commissions
• Planning for Candidate Forums
• Coverage of Law/Foran Football Game
• Other programming through December

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider a site walk at Mondo Pond to assess wildlife and water quality. The meeting includes a presentation on Sustainable Milford 2024 and discussions on educational seed programs for schools.

• Proposed Mondo Pond walk with specialists Denise Savageau and Michael Aurelia
• Presentation on Sustainable Milford 2024
• Proposed seed supply for schools via UConn Extension/OSJL Free Seeds Program
• Discussion of community garden at Tudor Drive site
• Review of citizen letter regarding Subway property

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review reports from the Harbor Master and various standing committees. The body will discuss old business regarding channel and anchorage dredging and updates from Planning and Zoning for 20 Rogers Avenue.

• 20 Rogers Avenue P&Z updates
• Channel & Anchorage Dredging
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• Memorial Plaques

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board will discuss a pension funding analysis from Hooker & Holcombe and receive a report from Bierne Wealth. The board is also reviewing several individual pension applications and calculations.

• Hooker & Holcombe Pension Funding Analysis
• GAMCO Asset Management invoices for $26,893.00 and $25,250.00
• Sprott invoice for $19,372.37
• Hooke & Holcombe, Inc. invoice for $3,000.00
• Pension applications for Jayne C. Cadrin, Kenneth Cantino, Thomas A. Piskura, and William J. Simpson

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications for work in wetlands or conserved areas. The agenda includes three specific property addresses for consideration.

• Application IWC-23-0005 for 1 Avalon Drive
• Application IW-23-0060 for 85 Viscount Drive
• Application IW-23-0061 for 104 Edgewater Place

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from the June 20, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health, and Director divisions.

• Approval of 6/20/2023 Minutes

Milford Department of Human Services

The Department of Human Services and Milford Youth and Family Services Board of Directors will meet via teleconference. The agenda consists of procedural items and the nomination of officers.

• Approval of May 16, 2023 minutes
• Nomination of Officers

Planning & Zoning Board

This agenda for the Milford Planning & Zoning Board meeting on September 19, 2023, contains only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no listed substantive items. The board is not deciding or discussing any specific zoning, planning, or other matters according to this agenda.

Fire Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 19, 2023, has been rescheduled to September 26, 2023. No agenda items were provided.

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text indicates only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board is meeting to receive progress reports on various sectors of the Milford Energy Plan. Members will discuss lessons learned from Farmer's Markets and review updates regarding energy audits and building codes.

• Progress reports on the Milford Energy Plan
• Discussion on residential and commercial energy audits
• Review of Milford's use of State building codes
• Letter to Milford Public Works Department regarding use of automobiles
• Review of lessons learned from Farmer's Markets

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Civil Service Commission scheduled for September 18, 2023, is canceled.

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for September 18, 2023, has been cancelled.

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

This meeting of the Milford Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will meet to review committee reports and management data. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding an ice machine and a practice net.

• Review of Building and Grounds Committee report
• Review of Financial Report
• Discussion of ice machine
• Discussion of practice net
• Management report on rounds from Robert McNeil

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The meeting scheduled for September 13, 2023, was cancelled. The notice states that no Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications had been submitted.

Zoning Board of Appeals

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on September 12, 2023. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items, hearings, or decisions described. The agenda appears to be boilerplate with no substantive business detailed.

The Zoning Board approved side‑yard setback variances for 80 Flax Mill Lane, 1 Bayshore Drive, and 13 Seaview Avenue. It denied the variance request for a new garage at 110 Beach Ave by a 1‑4 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the July 11 meeting.

• Approved 80 Flax Mill Lane side‑yard setback variance (5‑0)
• Approved 1 Bayshore Drive front‑yard projection variance (5‑0)
• Approved 13 Seaview Avenue front‑yard setback and projection variances (5‑0)
• Denied 110 Beach Ave garage variance (1‑4)
• Approved minutes from 11 July 2023 hearing

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 12, 2023, is cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Police Commission

The Police Commission will consider several planning and zoning requests, including a 20-unit residential complex, affordable housing, and an auto repair facility. They will also discuss auction proceeds, unclaimed money, and department reports. An executive session is scheduled to review the performance of one employee.

The Commission approved Traffic Division recommendations for five residential and commercial projects. It rejected the site plan for Metro on Broad Phase II due to pedestrian safety concerns. The board also allocated auction and evidence funds to the Officer’s Sick & Relief Fund.

• Approved $2,952.00 in auction proceeds for Officer’s Sick & Relief Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $127.16 in unclaimed evidence money for Officer’s Sick & Relief Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for 20 unit complex at 242 Buckingham Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Boys and Girls Village Renovation at 534 Wheelers Farms Rd (unanimous)
• Approved 20 unit building with affordable housing at 25 Shell Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Multi-family Dwelling at 62 W. Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved Auto Repair Facility at 695 West Ave. (unanimous)
• Rejected Site Plan Review for Metro on Broad Phase II at 147-155 Broad St. (unanimous)

Animal Shelter Commission

The Animal Shelter Commission will meet to prioritize facility improvement recommendations. The body will also discuss the hiring of animal control staff and medical issues regarding Lazlo.

• Facility improvement recommendations and prioritization
• Hiring of Animal Control staff
• Lazlo’s medical issues

The Commission approved the August 14 minutes and the monthly warden's report. Members discussed a preliminary renovation proposal for the shelter, including immediate needs for a rear door and kennel windows. DPW indicated that a new building should be the long-term plan as the current structure is not FEMA compliant.

• Approved 8/14/23 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly warden's report (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer's report without motion

Council on Aging

The Board of Directors will meet to review personnel and finance committee reports. The board is scheduled to discuss the conclusion of wage compensation and the budget impact of wage adjustment increases.

• Wage compensation conclusion
• Brief on wage adjustment increase impact on budget
• Membership Handbook review

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review and potentially approve policies regarding extra-curricular activities and field trips. The meeting includes reports on high school reassessment and back-to-school operations.

• Approval request for Policy 6145.2 Extra-Curricular Activities
• Approval request for Policy 6153 Field Trips
• High School Reassessment instructional highlight by Steve Autieri
• Back to School Report by Dr. Anna Cutaia
• Consideration of August 28, 2023 Business Meeting minutes

The Board of Education unanimously approved two board policies following a second reading. The board also reviewed a pilot regulation regarding high school reassessments and received a talent management report noting 49 new teacher hires.

• Approved Board policy 6145.2 Extra-Curricular Activities (unanimous)
• Approved Board policy 6153 Field Trips (unanimous)
• Approved August 28, 2023 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

This is the agenda for the Milford Board of Aldermen meeting on September 11, 2023. The agenda includes a main document and an addendum, but no specific items are listed in the provided text. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed.

The Board of Aldermen approved a draft Plan of Conservation and Development to serve as a guidance document for the Planning & Zoning Board. Other actions included approving a VOIP service agreement and a legal settlement regarding 80 Collingsdale Drive.

• Approved draft Plan of Conservation and Development (10-3)
• Approved settlement of GDKD, LLC v. City of Milford regarding 80 Collingsdale Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Service Level Agreement with New Era for VOIP service (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Ralph Mayo, Jr. to the Golf Course Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Allocation Transfer No. 2 for Public Works and Police vehicles and equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfers #13 and #14 for Funds 1005 and 2812 (unanimous)
• Approved refunds totaling $278,232.52 (unanimous)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

This Board of Aldermen meeting is cancelled, as indicated by the meeting cancellation document. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled

The Board of Aldermen Claims Committee met to discuss and resolve a specific legal claim. The committee approved a settlement regarding the case of Robert Staurovsky v. City of Milford following an executive session.

• Approved settlement of Robert Staurovsky v. City of Milford

Board of Aldermen

The committee is meeting to receive status reports on security upgrades and facility renovations. Members will consider payment requisitions for multiple ongoing school projects.

• Security infrastructure upgrades for Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools
• Status report on Joseph A. Foran High School roof project
• Status report on Pumpkin Delight Elementary School additions, renovations, and upgrades
• Discussion of ledge delay issues and FF&E at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School
• Consideration of payment requisitions #2, #4, and #6

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved several payment requisitions for the Pumpkin Delight Elementary School and Foran High School projects. The committee also authorized a change order for rock ledge removal at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School.

• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $574,507.50 payment to Silktown Roofing Incorporated for Foran High School Roof Project (unanimous)
• Approved $6,220.00 payment to Silver Petrucelli & Associates for Foran High School Roof Project (unanimous)
• Approved change order to Nutmeg Companies for ledge removal not to exceed $175,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,558,857.94 payment to The Nutmeg Companies for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School construction (unanimous)
• Approved $42,750.00 payment to The Nutmeg Companies for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School HVAC project (unanimous)
• Approved $23,361.40 payment to William B. Meyer, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School storage relocation (unanimous)
• Approved $43,917.14 payment to Tecton Architects, PC for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School services (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

Library Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Library Board meeting. The board will review the agenda and vote on meeting materials; no substantive policy or budget items are listed.

• Vote on agenda
• Review of meeting materials

The Board of Directors unanimously approved revisions to the Social Media policy and accepted the 2024 Library Calendar. The board also held a brief executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Approved revised Social Media policy (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 Library Calendar (unanimous)
• Accepted July 5, 2023 minutes (passed)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications for work within wetlands or conserved areas. The agenda includes four specific property addresses for consideration.

• Application for 1 Avalon Drive
• Application for 13 Yale Avenue
• Application for 810 West River Street
• Application for 37 Brewster Road

The Agency approved a proposal to remove invasive vegetation and plant native species at 13 Yale Ave. It also issued jurisdictional rulings for a pool deck at 37 Brewster Road and a bog bridge at 810 West River Street. No action was taken regarding a violation at 1 Avalon Drive.

• Approved application IWC-23-0047 for invasive removal and native plantings at 13 Yale Ave (Unanimous)
• Issued Jurisdictional Ruling for pool deck construction at 37 Brewster Road (Unanimous)
• Issued Jurisdictional Ruling for bog bridge construction at 810 West River Street (Unanimous)
• Took no action on violation IWC-23-0005 at 1 Avalon Drive

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The commission will meet to review minutes from August 2, 2023, and receive reports from the Director and Commissioners. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

Planning & Zoning Board

The regular Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2023, in Milford, CT, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will review several petitions for sewer extensions and modifications, including a mixed-use redevelopment on Wheelers Farms Road. The meeting also includes reports from the consulting engineer and updates on wastewater and inflow/infiltration.

• Arlmont Street sewer extension application
• 470-488 Wheelers Farms Road mixed use redevelopment proposal
• 881 Boston Post Road modification of prior approval
• 25 Shell Avenue apartment flow request (tabled)
• 175 Grinnell Street lift sewer assessment

The Commission awarded a construction contract for the Rogers Avenue Sanitary Pump Station Upgrade and approved several sewer extensions and permits. A mixed-use redevelopment application for Wheelers Farms Road was tabled pending a capacity study.

• Awarded Rogers Avenue Sanitary Pump Station Upgrade to Kovacs Construction for $3,444,900 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Construction Phase Services for Rogers Avenue project to Weston & Sampson (Unanimous)
• Approved sewer extension for 6 Arlmont Street requiring a manhole and policy compliance (Unanimous)
• Approved tenant fit-out at 881 Boston Post Road contingent on installing a 1,000 gallon oil/water separator (Unanimous)
• Approved sewer flow for 20 apartments at 25 Shell Avenue (Unanimous)
• Lifted sewer assessment for 175 Grinnell Street (Unanimous)
• Tabled mixed-use redevelopment application for 470-488 Wheelers Farms Road for capacity study (Unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board of Education will consider a working agreement with the Milford Association of Education Secretaries. The meeting includes reports on enrollment, food services, and talent management. The Board will also review several student and classroom policies.

• Working Agreement with CALU #3 Milford Association of Education Secretaries (July 1, 2023–June 30, 2027)
• Policy 3520.13: Student Data Protection and Privacy/Cloud-Based Issues
• Policy 6163.32: Service Animals in the Classroom
• Policy 6164.12: Exemption from AIDS Instruction
• Policy 6174: Summer School

Board of Aldermen

The committee will discuss status reports for security upgrades and construction projects at several schools. Members will consider payment requisitions for ongoing work.

• Security infrastructure upgrades for Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools
• Status report on Joseph A. Foran High School roof project
• Status report on Pumpkin Delight Elementary School additions and renovations
• Discussion of ledge delay issues and FF&E at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School
• Consideration of payment requisitions #2, #4, and #6

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved a $3,200 contract for a domestic water service site survey at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School. The committee also approved two payments for commissioning and material testing services at the same school. No updates were reported for security infrastructure upgrades.

• Approved $3,200 for Fuss & O’Neill to perform site survey for domestic water service from Overlook Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,258.00 payment to Innovative Engineering Services for commissioning services at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,714.06 payment to Tri State Material Lab for material testing at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 special meeting (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Civil Service Commission scheduled for Monday, August 21, 2023, has been canceled.

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for August 21, 2023, has been cancelled.

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board will review pension calculations and applications for several former city, fire, police, and board of education employees. The board will also consider payments for investment and fund management services.

• Pension requests for Elizabeth Berggren, Christopher T. Breving, Alexander S. Hornig, Robert L. Melita, Thomas A. Piskura, James L. Richetelli, Jr., and William J. Simpson
• Applications of entry for Francine Bartram, Kenneth Dinan, Bryce O. Kuryla, Samuel H. Matthews, Jonathan R. Sanner, and Antonio Valentino
• Invoice for Neuberger Berman (Trust) for $58,857.20
• Invoice for Neuberger Berman (Fund) for $26,911.91
• Invoices for Sprott ($19,372.37), Boyd Watterson ($13,060.00), Eagle Capital ($6,064.88), and Principal ($1,679.40)

The Board approved retirement pension calculations for six individuals and accepted one application. One police department retirement application was denied following an executive session, and one police pension calculation was tabled. The Board also authorized several professional service payments.

• Approved retirement pensions for E. Berggren, C. Breving, A. Hornig, R. Melita, T. Piskura, and J. Richetelli, Jr. (Unanimous)
• Denied retirement application of Peter Parks due to insufficient documentation and non-licensed practitioner (Unanimous)
• Tabled retirement pension calculations for William J. Simpson until September meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved $13,060.00 payment to Boyd Watterson (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,064.88 payment to Eagle Capital (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,911.91 payment to Neuberger Berman Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved $58,857.20 payment to Neuberger Berman Trust (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,679.40 payment to Principal (Unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review reports from the Harbor Master and various standing committees. The body will discuss the control of use for facilities pursuant to City Ordinance Sec. 16.1-5. Other items include updates on 20 Rogers Avenue and dredging.

• Discussion on facility control of use per City Ordinance Sec. 16.1-5
• Planning & Zoning updates for 20 Rogers Avenue
• Channel & Anchorage Dredging
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• Memorial Plaques

The Commission unanimously approved the July 19, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed a $2.9 million low bid for dredging that exceeded government estimates and deliberated on safety concerns regarding unhoused individuals at the marina.

• Approved minutes of the 19 July 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications for work at three specific addresses. The body will consider documents and plans submitted for these locations.

• Application for 1 Avalon Drive (IWC-23-0005)
• Application for 13 Yale Avenue (IW-23-0047)
• Application for 204 Honeycomb Lane (IW-23-0051)

The Inland Wetlands Agency issued a jurisdictional ruling for a home reconstruction project at 204 Honeycomb Lane, determining it will not impact adjacent wetlands. The agency requested additional information regarding a proposed landscaping project at 13 Yale Ave and took no action on a violation at 1 Avalon Drive.

• Issued Jurisdictional Ruling for 900 sq. ft. reconstruction at 204 Honeycomb Lane (Unanimous)
• Requested additional info on planting types, fill amount, and grading for 13 Yale Ave
• No action taken on violation IWC-23-0005 at 1 Avalon Drive
• Approved minutes of 7/19/2023 (M. Connors and Bhave abstaining)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss upcoming events. The body is considering sponsoring a program featuring DEEP Wildlife Biologist Peter Picone to discuss the Charles Island Restoration Project.

• Proposed program on the Charles Island Restoration Project
• Tree Walk scheduled for November 18, 2023
• Review of June 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. New business items regarding the Charles Island Restoration Project, St. Gabriel property, and Eisenhower Park were tabled until next month.

• Approved June 20, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled goals for next year, including Charles Island Restoration Project, St. Gabriel property community garden, and Eisenhower Park

Planning & Zoning Board

The provided agenda consists of procedural document links and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The record is primarily boilerplate.

• Review of Section 6.4.2 Use of Nonconforming Lots
• Letter from Maslan dated 7-18-2023
• Minutes from 07.18.2023

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a modified petition to change zoning regulations regarding the use of nonconforming lots and state statutes. This action rendered a proposed moratorium extension unnecessary. A special permit request for a 20-unit residential complex was postponed.

• Approved modified change to Zoning Regulations Article VI, Section 6.4.2 and 6.4.4 (6-1-1)
• Postponed special permit for 20-dwelling unit complex at 242 Buckingham Avenue to 9/5/23
• Approved 7/18/2023 meeting minutes unanimously

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss committee reports and the Chief's report. The board is scheduled to approve the recruit firefighter hiring list and determine committee assignments.

• Approval of Recruit Firefighter Hiring List
• Committee Assignments

The Board of Fire Commissioners approved a list of 32 eligible candidates for firefighter recruitment. The board also accepted the meeting minutes from July 18, 2023. Members discussed apparatus maintenance needs and the potential for a long-range planning committee in 2024.

• Approved Firefighter Eligibility List of 32 applicants (unanimous)
• Accepted July 18, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The board is meeting to approve minutes from July 2023 and review financial records. The session includes the acceptance of July disbursements and the approval of accrued payables for August 2023.

• Acceptance of July 2023 disbursements
• Approval of August 2023 accrued payables

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the acceptance of July 2023 disbursements and the disbursement of accrued payables for August 2023. The Executive Director provided updates on electrical and roofing projects at Catherine McKeen Village and Foran Towers.

• Accepted July 2023 disbursements (3-0)
• Approved disbursement of accrued payables for August 2023 (3-0)
• Accepted July 2023 regular meeting minutes (3-0)

Animal Shelter Commission

The Commission approved the purchase of an AED device and voted to hold its next meeting at the Animal Control facility to create a repair and remodel checklist. Members also authorized the use of a $1,500 gift card for supplies and approved the monthly Warden's report.

• Approved purchase of AED device (unanimous)
• Approved motion to hold next meeting at Milford Animal Control (unanimous)
• Approved ACO Ellingson to use $1,500 Ocean State Job Lot gift card for supplies (unanimous)
• Approved monthly Warden's report (unanimous)
• Approved revised minutes from 7/10/23 (unanimous)
• Agreed to allow Toby’s Dream Dog rescue staff to adopt dogs free of charge

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special virtual meeting to review a specific hiring request. The body will consider a request to hire a Public Health Nurse at a step beyond the minimum.

• Request to hire Public Health Nurse at step beyond minimum

The Commission approved a request to hire a candidate for the vacant Public Health Nurse position at Step 4. This decision was based on the candidate's experience, certifications, and the difficulty of finding other qualified applicants.

• Approved hiring Public Health Nurse candidate at Step 4 (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of minutes until next regular meeting

Tree Commission

The Tree Commission is meeting to discuss street tree replacements and review Tree Warden postings. The body will also address items related to the arboretum and the Tree Honor Project.

• Street tree replacement request for Bridgeport Avenue, Devon
• Tree Warden postings for 61 Cheryl Ann Drive and 37 Strawberry Hill Road
• UI update for Baxter Lane
• Review of 34” Red Maple near scratch baking in the arboretum
• Inter-Agency Review for 534 Wheelers Farm Road- Boys and Girls Village

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting. Members discussed tree health, upcoming events, and pending ordinance reviews, but took no other formal votes on policy or projects.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the Veterans Day celebration and wreath laying. Members will also determine the placement of groups at the Fowler building during Oyster Fest.

• Placement of groups at the Fowler building during Oyster Fest
• Wreath laying
• Veterans Day celebration planning

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The meeting scheduled for August 9, 2023, was cancelled. The notice states that no COA Application had been submitted.

Board of Aldermen

The Tudor Road Building Committee is meeting to discuss the current status of the project. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding the status of the Tudor Road project

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will hold a regular meeting to review committee reports and management updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Review of minutes from July 12, 2023
• Building and Grounds Committee report
• Financial report
• Management report on rounds by Robert McNeil

The Commission approved the July 12, 2023, meeting minutes. Members set a response deadline for a golf teacher regarding a practice net usage deal. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 12, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set September 13, 2023, deadline for Golf Teacher Joe to respond to practice net usage deal (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee is holding a special meeting to review security infrastructure upgrades at two elementary schools, the roof project at Foran High School, and the addition/renovations at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School, including ledge delay issues. They will also consider payment requisitions for these projects.

• Status report on security infrastructure upgrades at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks elementary schools
• Status report on Joseph A. Foran High School roof project
• Discussion of ledge delay issues at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition/renovations
• Consideration of payment requisitions (#2, #4, #6)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved multiple payment requisitions for roof work at Foran High School and renovations at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School. The committee also approved several change orders for the Pumpkin Delight project to address ledge removal, electrical work, and design errors.

• Approved $1,998,802.50 payment to Silktown Roofing Inc. for Foran High School roof (Unanimous)
• Approved $70,500.00 deposit to Power Point for PV system removal and upgrade (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,912,566.63 payment to The Nutmeg Companies for Pumpkin Delight renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved $647,377.50 payment to The Nutmeg Companies for Pumpkin Delight HVAC project (Unanimous)
• Approved $34,125.00 Change Order #4 to Nutmeg for ledge removal at Pumpkin Delight (Unanimous)
• Approved $31,329.54 Change Order #23 to Nutmeg for roof scuppers at Pumpkin Delight (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,499.00 to Tecton Architects for hazardous material monitoring (Unanimous)
• Approved payments to Silver Petrucelli & Associates totaling $8,399.90 for various school projects (Unanimous)

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board will meet to receive updates on various drainage and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. The board will also discuss the Program for Public Information (PPI) and the Resiliency Plan.

• Drainage updates for Point Beach and Milford Point Road
• Morningside Road Revetment update
• Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area update
• Wildemere/Walnut Beach and Crescent Beach updates
• Updates for Red Bush, Rowe Ave, Whole Foods Complex, Bayview, and Laurel Ave

The board approved the addition of Post Mall flooding concerns to its unfinished business list. Members received status updates on several drainage and erosion projects, including Point Beach and Laurel Ave. No other substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Adopted July 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adding Post Mall flooding concerns to unfinished business agenda (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review several funding requests, including a cash advance for police equipment and a significant allocation for sewer infrastructure. The body is also considering a board appointment and budget memo transfers.

• Allocation transfer of $600,000 from the Sewer Fund Emergency Reserve for Rogers Avenue Pump Station Upgrades
• Cash advance of up to $16,293.75 from the General Fund for UPS batteries at the Milford Police Station
• Appointment of Anne Marie Kindley to the Pension and Retirement Board
• Consideration of Budget Memo Transfers #11 and #12 for Funds 1005 and 2812
• Budget transfers to cover shortfalls in City Waste Removal, Secretarial Fees, and Wastewater accounts

The Board approved a budget transfer for the Rogers Avenue Pump Station Upgrade after bids exceeded the original budget. Members also authorized a cash advance for police station UPS batteries and approved two budget memo transfers to address prior year shortfalls.

• Approved appointment of Anne Marie Kindley to Pension and Retirement Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved cash advance for UPS batteries at Milford Police Station (Unanimous)
• Approved Allocation Transfer No. 1 for Rogers Avenue Pump Station Upgrade (Unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfers #11 and #12 for Funds 1005 and 2812 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to review minutes from July 5, 2023, and receive reports from the Director and Commissioners. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and standing reports.

• Review of July 5, 2023 minutes
• Correspondence from T. Catapano
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

The commission approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023, meeting. No other substantive decisions were made, though the board discussed beach staffing, parking, and the potential for new golf carts and picnic table dedications.

• Approved June 7, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The regular meeting of the Milford Inland Wetlands Agency scheduled for August 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2023.

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The commission is meeting to review minutes from July 5, 2023, and receive reports from the Director and Commissioners. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

• Review of July 5, 2023 minutes
• Correspondence from T. Catapano
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

The commission approved the minutes from the June 7, 2023, meeting. No new business was introduced, and no substantive policy or funding decisions were made during the session.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The regular Planning and Zoning Board meeting scheduled for August 1, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Aldermen

The Tudor Road Building Committee is meeting to review the status of the building project at 1 Tudor Road, including funding updates and payment requisitions. The meeting is procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed in the agenda.

• Review of project status
• Funding update
• Payment requisitions
• New business

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet via Zoom to review applications for a new 20-apartment development at 25 Shell Avenue and a sewer extension at 99 Founders Way. The meeting also includes reports on wastewater, inflow/infiltration, and the consulting engineer's report.

• Petition for 20 apartments at 25 Shell Avenue
• Sewer extension request for 99 Founders Way
• Consulting Engineer’s Report from Weston & Sampson
• Approval of June 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of payments

The Commission approved a sewer extension for a property at 99 Founders Way and tabled an application for a 20-unit apartment development at 25 Shell Avenue pending legal guidance. No action was taken on a recommended $3.4M contract for the Rogers Avenue pump station upgrade.

• Approved sewer extension at 99 Founders Way (unanimous)
• Tabled 25 Shell Avenue apartment application for flow review and legal guidance (unanimous)
• No action taken on recommended $3,444,900 contract to Kovacs Construction Corp for Rogers Avenue Pump Station

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the status of pending summary process cases. The board will consider a proposed mediation plan and recommendations for its implementation.

• Discussion of pending summary process cases
• Consideration of a proposed mediation plan

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The committee is meeting virtually to review reports and conduct general business. The primary new business item for discussion is the programming schedule.

• Programming schedule

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will meet to discuss security infrastructure upgrades at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools, review the roof project at Joseph A. Foran High School, and consider payment requisitions for ongoing work at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School.

• Status report on Security Infrastructure Upgrades Phase 4 at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#2)
• Status report on Joseph A. Foran High School roof project
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#4)
• Discussion of ledge delay issues and FF&E for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition, renovations, and upgrades

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved a contract for new solar panels at Joseph A. Foran High School and several change orders for renovations at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School. The committee also authorized two payments to William B. Meyer, Inc. for relocation services.

• Approved $141,000 proposal by PowerPoint Energy to replace solar panels at Foran High School (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #16 for $4,399.41 to install water heater flue at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #17 for $4,949.77 for pedestal radiation at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #18 for $67,407.29 for bathroom floor and wall work at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,069.50 payment to William B. Meyer, Inc. for content relocation (Unanimous)
• Approved $440.00 payment to William B. Meyer, Inc. for mover costs (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 6, 2023, special meeting (Unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Board is meeting to review pension applications, calculations, and withdrawals for city, police, fire, and board of education employees. The body will also consider payments for financial and accounting services.

• Invoice for Beirne Wealth: $87,094.55
• Invoice for Michael J. Paolini, CPA: $5,200.00
• Invoice for Columbia: $4,258.03
• Invoice for Principal: $1,709.40
• Pension recalculation for Judith A. Keeler due to a new union contract

The Board approved several retirement pension applications and calculations for city, board of education, police, and fire employees. It also authorized a $1 million investment in the Connacher Credit Facility and approved multiple service invoices. Three police service-connected disability requests were tabled pending further medical examinations.

• Approved $1M investment in Connacher Credit Facility if deemed viable by Beirne Wealth (unanimous)
• Authorized Beirne Wealth to purchase up to 5 percent AGG bonds (unanimous)
• Approved retirement pensions for Carol A. Altieri, Elizabeth Berggren, Christopher T. Breving, Douglas A. Eda, Alexander S. Hornig, Judith A. Keeler, Robert L. Melita, Michael L. Moura, James L. Richetelli, Jr., and William J. Simpson (all unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal and refund requests for Samuel Chiovitti ($7,473.69) and Casey McMahon ($7,273.72) (unanimous)
• Authorized payments to Beirne Wealth ($87,094.55), Columbia ($4,258.03), Michael J. Paolini, CPA ($5,200.00), and Principal ($1,709.40) (all unanimous)
• Tabled service-connected disability requests for Christopher M. Doyle, Scot Knablin, and David Pecoraro pending medical exams (unanimous)
• Tabled Peter L. Parks' application due to lack of quorum after Chairman recusal

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review a permit for Spencer’s Marina Inc regarding a bulkhead. The body will also discuss updates on 20 Rogers Avenue, dredging, and a SHIPPS grant from the CT Port Authority.

• Permit review for Spencer’s Marina Inc bulkhead
• Planning & Zoning updates for 20 Rogers Avenue
• Channel and anchorage dredging discussion
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• Memorial plaques

The Commission approved a permit for bulkhead replacement at Spencer’s Marina. The board also reviewed fiscal year-end revenue reports and discussed upcoming dredging and mooring field projects.

• Approved bulkhead replacement at Spencer’s Marina (unanimous)
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes with one correction (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications and plans for two specific locations. The agency will consider materials related to 325 Sub Way and 1 Avalon Drive.

• Review of application IW-23-0028 for 325 Sub Way
• Review of application IWC-23-0005 for 1 Avalon Drive

The Inland Wetlands Agency approved 'Alternate 2' for a 160,000 square foot warehouse and office facility. The decision follows a public hearing regarding wetland mitigation and stormwater management for the R.D. Scinto project.

• Approved Alternate 2 for applications IW-23-0030, IW-23-0029, and IW-23-0028 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way (unanimous)

Transit District

The Board of Directors will hold a special meeting to review the FY24 budget and employee wage adjustments. The board will also discuss service reviews for fixed route, coastal, and ADA van options. A proposal for rail station parking fees and micro transit services is on the agenda.

• Rail station parking fee proposal
• FY 24 Budget Review
• Employee Salary/Wage Adjustments FY24
• Micro Transit Service Proposal
• Federal Grants Review

The Board unanimously approved the service budgets for the upcoming fiscal year and adjustments to rail parking permit fees starting October 2023. The Board also approved salary and wage adjustments for non-represented employees.

• Approved adjustment in rail parking permit fees starting October 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 budgets for all services (unanimous)
• Approved salary and wage adjustments for non-represented employees (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is meeting to discuss the draft Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) and a proposal for 88 Elder Street. The agenda also includes a review of Section 6.4.2 regarding the use of nonconforming lots.

• Review of 88 Elder Street proposal
• Discussion of MILFORD_POCD draft dated 2023.07.14
• Review of Section 6.4.2 Use of Nonconforming Lots

The board approved a Coastal Area Site Plan Review for a single-family home at 88 Elder Street with specific engineering conditions. It also voted to refer the draft Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) to regional stakeholders and the Board of Alderman. A proposed regulation change regarding nonconforming lots remains open for further study.

• Approved Coastal Area Site Plan Review for single-family dwelling at 88 Elder Street (Unanimous)
• Referred draft POCD to South Central Regional Council of Governments and Board of Alderman (Unanimous)
• Kept public hearing open for Proposed Regulation Change 22-9 regarding nonconforming lots
• Postponed Special Permit petition for 242 Buckingham Avenue to 8/1/23
• Approved 7/5/2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership will meet to approve June 2023 disbursements and July 2023 accrued payables. The board will also discuss PHA workflow and a new training requirement for commissioners.

• Acceptance of June 2023 disbursements
• Approval of July 2023 accrued payables
• Discussion of PHA workflow
• Discussion of newly imposed Commissioner’s Training Requirement

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review committee reports and discuss new and unfinished business. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.

The Commission approved the minutes from June 5 and June 20, 2023, and voted to deposit a $50 donation into the Good and Welfare account. Chief Fabrizi reported a fiscal year deficit due to vacancies, paramedic stipends, and recruit training. The board discussed vehicle replacements and apparatus repairs, including an estimated $11,000 turbo replacement for Quint 5.

• Approved Special Meeting Minutes of June 5, 2023, with corrections
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes of June 20, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved deposit of $50 donation into Good and Welfare account (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to conduct a grievance hearing involving the Milford Education Association. The board may take action regarding stipends for elementary band and chorus.

• Grievance hearing: Milford Education Association (MEA) regarding Elementary Band/Chorus stipends

Civil Service Commission

The Milford Civil Service Commission is holding a meeting on July 17, 2023. The agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting recording, with no listed discussion or decision items. This appears to be a procedural or administrative meeting.

The Commission approved the job description for a new Treasury/Finance Specialist position within the Finance department. The Human Resources Director provided updates on fiscal year tasks and current city job vacancies.

• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved job description for new Treasury/Finance Specialist job classification

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 17, 2023, was cancelled.

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The committee is meeting virtually to review a grant request from the CAC.

• Review of CAC Grant Request

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

This meeting of the Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Commission approved the June 8 meeting minutes and swore in two new members. Members established the schedule for Veterans Day wreath laying and parade activities. The commission also coordinated the placement of veterans groups for the August 19 Oyster Festival.

• Approved June 8 meeting minutes
• Sworn in Chris Attardo and Donald Moore to the VCPC
• Scheduled Veterans Day wreath laying for Nov 11 at 11:00 AM
• Scheduled Veterans Day parade for Nov 12 with 2:00 PM step off
• Approved VFW 7788 request to set up at the bridge for Oyster Festival

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The body will also review unfinished business regarding district procedures and legal advice on signage and short-term rentals.

• Public hearing for installation of 20 solar panels at 55 High Street
• Discussion of attorney advice regarding AirBnBs, signage, and ground mounted satellite dishes
• Review of replacement and expansions of driveways and parking areas
• Review of Procedure Memo and neighbor letter implementation plan

The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the installation of solar panels at 55 High Street, provided that no panels are installed in front of or to the left of the gable. The board also discussed the potential for drafting standardized language for future solar applications.

• Approved solar panel application for 55 High Street with the condition that panels in front of or to the left of the gable be removed (Unanimous)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report showing a balance of $7,135.70 as of 7/12/2023 (Unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will meet to review reports from the Financial Advisor and Building and Grounds Committee. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding a practice net, golf cart shed, and ice machine.

• Discussion of practice net
• Discussion of golf cart shed
• Discussion of ice machine
• Review of rounds report from Robert McNeil

The Commission approved a contract for tree removal and confirmed the purchase of a practice net. Members discussed golf cart needs and reported account balances for the new fiscal year.

• Approved $5,651.00 invoice from Bogan’s Tree Removal to remove four trees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 21, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford, CT Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on July 11, 2023. The agenda lists only the agenda document and a meeting materials document titled 'ACTIONS TAKEN,' with no specific items, hearings, or decisions detailed. The meeting appears to be routine, with substantive content limited to the referenced PDFs.

• Agenda document for 07.11.2023
• Actions taken document for 07.11.2023

The board upheld a Zoning Enforcement Officer's decision regarding lot certifications at 25 Eighth Avenue. It approved three variance requests for residential decks and garage expansions, while denying a pool setback variance for 128 Beach Avenue.

• Upheld ZEO decision regarding lot certifications at 25 Eighth Avenue (5-0)
• Denied pool front-yard setback variance at 128 Beach Avenue (2-3)
• Approved front deck variance at 40 Morehouse Avenue (5-0)
• Approved side-yard setback variance for garage expansion at 10 Fourth Avenue (5-0)
• Approved front-yard projection variance for deck and stairs at 87 Bayshore Drive (5-0)
• Tabled appeal regarding notice of violation at Francis Street
• Withdrawn: Appeal regarding used car dealership at 1534 New Haven Avenue

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The board will receive updates on several drainage and CDBG projects across the city. Discussions include the status of the Resiliency Plan and the Program for Public Information.

• Drainage project updates for Point Beach, Milford Point Road, and Morningside Road Revetment
• Drainage project updates for Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area and Wildemere/Walnut Beach
• Drainage project updates for Crescent Beach, Red Bush, Rowe Ave, Whole Foods Complex, Bayview, and Laurel Ave
• Update on the Program for Public Information (PPI)
• Update on the Resiliency Plan

The board received progress updates on multiple drainage and seawall projects across the city. No new substantive policy decisions were made, and the board focused on project scheduling and CDBG-DR grant extensions.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Animal Shelter Commission

The Animal Shelter Commission will meet to review reports and discuss ongoing operational issues. The agenda includes a proposed $6,000 budget line item for preventative animal treatment and updates on animal control staffing.

• Proposed $6,000 budget line item for preventative treatment for all animals
• Update on hiring of Animal Control staff and clarification of Assistant ACO vs. Kennel Keeper roles
• Discussion on quality of care and safety at Milford Animal Control
• Update on pest control for moths and ants
• VCA Baybrook Feline Event on July 15, 2023

The Commission unanimously approved the June 12, 2023, meeting minutes. Members reached a consensus to have Commissioner Dorney contact Team Animal Rescue Inc. to verify interest in providing dog walkers using city-approved waivers. The Commission also reviewed a budget balance of $144,587.98 in unallocated contingency funds.

• Approved June 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus for Commissioner Dorney to contact Team Animal Rescue Inc. regarding volunteer dog walking waivers

Board of Education

The Board of Education will vote on a working agreement with the Milford Paraeducators Union for 2023-2026. Members will also review the 2022-23 final budget transfers and the final quarterly budget report.

• Working Agreement with Milford Paraeducators Union (Sept 1, 2023 - Aug 31, 2026)
• Proposed 2022-23 Final Budget Transfers
• Final Quarterly Budget Report for 2022-2023
• Policy 3520.13 Student Data Protection and Privacy/Cloud-Based Issues
• New policies for Service Animals in the Classroom and Exemption from AIDS Instruction

The Board of Education unanimously approved a settlement agreement with the Milford Federation of Paraeducators and final budget transfers to balance the 2022-23 budget. Four board policies were presented for first reading and will be considered for approval at the next meeting.

• Approved settlement agreement with Milford Federation of Paraeducators for Sept 1, 2023, through Aug 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved final 2022-2023 budget transfers of $255,345.38 (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023, Special Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 12, 2023, business meeting minutes as corrected (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Ordinance Committee is holding a special meeting and public hearing to discuss an amendment to the City of Milford Code of Ordinances. The proposal concerns the rules and regulations for garbage and recycling collection reimbursements for homeowner associations, condominiums, and mobile home units.

• Proposed amendment to Section 9-14 regarding garbage and recycling collection reimbursement rates
• Proposed garbage collection reimbursement rate of $3.25 per occupied unit, per week (or actual cost, whichever is less)
• Proposed recycling collection reimbursement rate of $0.27 per occupied unit, per week (or actual cost, whichever is less)

The Ordinance Committee held a public hearing regarding an amendment to Chapter 9 of the Code of Ordinances concerning garbage, trash, and refuse collection. Following the hearing, the committee voted to forward the ordinance to the full Board of Aldermen.

• Waived reading of the full ordinances (Unanimous)
• Forwarded Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Garbage, Trash and Refuse, Article II, Collection, Section 9-14 to the full Board (4-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Board of Aldermen public hearing on July 10, 2023. It contains only agenda and meeting materials documents, with no listed action items, ordinances, or discussions. The agenda is purely administrative with no substantive decisions or proposals.

• Public hearing notice and agenda PDF
• Board of Aldermen agenda PDF
• Minutes from the July 10, 2023 public hearing

The Board approved an ordinance amending garbage and refuse collection rules and rates, including a requirement for review every two years. Members also approved two property easement agreements and a new billing contract for Comstar. Several residents requested noise and short-term rental ordinances following a pool party event at 20 Haystack Road.

• Approved ordinance amending garbage, trash, and refuse collection rates (11-1 abstention)
• Approved amendment to review garbage collection payment schedules on even numbered years (11-1 abstention)
• Approved emergency access easement at 145 High Street, 0 Railroad Avenue, and 0 River Street
• Approved construction, maintenance, access, and use easement at 44-64 River Street
• Approved billing contract with Comstar
• Approved resolution for road work contractors to use state pricing rate
• Approved grant application for Consolidated Housing and Community Development Partnership
• Approved appointments of Christopher Attardo and Donald F. Moore to Veterans Ceremony and Parade Commission

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee is holding a special meeting to review ongoing school construction projects. They will discuss security infrastructure upgrades at two elementary schools, the Joseph A. Foran High School roof project, and the Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition and renovations, including ledge delay issues. The committee will also consider payment requisitions for these projects.

• Security infrastructure upgrades at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools
• Joseph A. Foran High School roof project status
• Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition, renovations, and upgrades
• Discussion of ledge delay issues at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School
• Consideration of payment requisitions #2, #4, and #6

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved multiple payment requisitions and change orders for projects at Pumpkin Delight, Calf Pen Meadow, and Live Oaks elementary schools, as well as Foran High School. A specific not-to-exceed change order was approved to address ledge removal and drainage issues at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School.

• Approved $1,087,797.50 payment to The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight Elementary renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 not-to-exceed change order for ledge removal and drainage at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved $153,878.88 change order for CAT cabling replacement at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved $72,186.82 change order for ceiling grid and tile revisions at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved $27,259.65 payment to Olympus Construction for Live Oaks entry hardening (Unanimous)
• Approved $21,694.42 payment to Olympus Construction for Calf Pen entry hardening (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,288.00 payment to Silver Petrucelli for Foran High School roof project (Unanimous)
• Approved $78,137.50 payment to The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight HVAC project (Unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Park, Beach & Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting, primarily consisting of procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and approval of June minutes. The only substantive item is a potential change to the facilities use application, which may be introduced as new business by a two-thirds vote.

• Consideration of minutes from June 7, 2023
• Letter received from T. Catapano
• Director's report
• Commissioners' reports on Golf Course Committee and Bench Dedication Program
• Possible change in facilities use application (new business)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Park, Beach, and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for July 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 2, 2023.

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The July 5, 2023, meeting of the Park, Beach, and Recreation Commission was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2023.

Library Board

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Library Board meeting on July 5, 2023. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and meeting materials, including a document for a board vote. No specific decisions or discussion items are detailed.

• Agenda document (AGENDA_2023_07_1.PDF)
• Board vote materials (MPL_BOARD_VOTE_JULY_5_2023.PDF)

The Board of Directors approved a contract with Forge City Works to consult on a library café. The board also unanimously approved revisions to the Computer Use policy and accepted the June 7, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved hiring Forge City Works for library café feasibility and consulting services for $3,000 (7-0-1)
• Approved revised Computer Use policy (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2023, minutes with corrections

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency is meeting to consider an application regarding 325 Sub Way. The meeting materials include an engineering report and various project plans.

• Application IW-23-0028 for 325 Sub Way

The agency held a public hearing to consider three related applications for warehouse and office facilities on Sub Way. The agency voted to hear the three applications together. No final decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to hear items IW-23-028, IW-23-0029, and IW-23-0030 together (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board will meet via Zoom to conduct business and hold an executive session. The primary scheduled discussion concerns a settlement regarding the Primrose Development at 1500 Windward Rd.

• Executive session: 1500 Windward Rd Primrose Development v. Milford Planning & Zoning Commission settlement discussion

The board approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. Members held an executive session to discuss a settlement regarding the Primrose Development at 1500 Windward Rd. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 6/20/2023 minutes (unanimous)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Park, Beach and Recreation Commission will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda includes a discussion on changing the facilities use application.

• Change in facilities use application
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

Police Commission

The Police Commission special meeting scheduled for June 29, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a notice of cancellation and no items for discussion or decision.

• Cancellation of the special meeting of the Police Commission for 6/29/23

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss security infrastructure upgrades at two elementary schools, a roof project at Joseph A. Foran High School, and renovation work at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School. The committee will also consider payment requisitions for these projects.

• Status report on security infrastructure upgrades at L. Calf Pen Meadow Elementary School and Live Oaks Elementary School
• Consideration of payment requisitions (#2) for security upgrades
• Joseph A. Foran High School – Roof Project
• Consideration of payment requisitions (#4) for the roof project
• Pumpkin Delight Elementary School – Addition, Renovations, Upgrades

The special meeting was adjourned immediately after it was called to order. No business was conducted because a quorum was not present.

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss wastewater updates and engineer reports. The agenda includes a request from a café at 234 Melba Street regarding an exterior grease trap waiver.

• Grease trap waiver and AGRU installation request for 234 Melba Street
• Approval of May 31, 2023, Sewer Use Public Hearing minutes
• Approval of May 31, 2023, Regular Meeting minutes
• Approval of payments

The Commission approved several sets of meeting minutes and authorized payments totaling $20,084.19. No action was taken on a proposed $3.4M pump station upgrade pending funding confirmation. A request for a grease trap waiver at 234 Melba Street was withdrawn.

• Approved payments in the amount of $20,084.19 (Unanimous)
• Approved Sewer Use Public Hearing minutes of May 31, 2023 (Unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved Regular Meeting minutes of May 31, 2023 (Unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Removed 234 Melba Street grease trap waiver request from agenda (Unanimous)
• No action taken on awarding Rogers Avenue pump station upgrade to Kovacs Construction

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee will meet to consider minutes, a treasurer's report, producer reports, and a chairman's report. Unfinished business includes a CAC grant, and new business covers the programming schedule.

• CAC Grant (unfinished business)
• Programming Schedule (new business)

Board of Aldermen

The Ordinance Committee of the Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting and public hearing to discuss two proposed ordinances. The items include updates to food establishment regulations and the adoption of a Fair Rent Commission.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 8 regarding Food and Food Establishments
• Proposed adoption of Chapter 11, Article IV regarding the Fair Rent Commission
• Proposed fine of up to $1,000 for cannabis use in outdoor sections of food establishments

The Ordinance Committee held public hearings on two proposed ordinances. Both the amendment to the food establishment code and the creation of a Fair Rent Commission were voted to be forwarded to the full Board of Aldermen for consideration.

• Forwarded Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Food and Food Establishments to full Board (unanimous)
• Forwarded Ordinance Adopting Chapter 11, Housing, Article IV, Fair Rent Commission to full Board (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will meet to review reports from the Ordinance Committee. The session focuses on updating regulations for food establishments and establishing a Fair Rent commission.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 8 regarding Food and Food Establishments
• Ordinance adopting Chapter 11, Article IV regarding a Fair Rent commission
• Proposed fine of up to $1,000 for cannabis use in outdoor sections of food establishments

The Board approved an ordinance creating a Fair Rent Commission to comply with state law. They also updated the city's food and food establishment ordinances to align with federal and state codes.

• Approved Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Food and Food Establishments (11-1)
• Approved Ordinance Adopting Chapter 11, Housing, Article IV, Fair Rent Commission (Unanimous)
• Amended Fair Rent Commission composition to require all members and alternates be residents (Unanimous)
• Amended Fair Rent Commission quorum to five members/alternates consisting of two landlords, two tenants, and one neutral (Unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to conduct the annual evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools. The board will also consider potential action regarding the Superintendent's 2023-2024 contract.

• Annual evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Cutai
• Potential action on the 2023-2024 Superintendent’s Contract

The Board of Education met to conduct the Superintendent's annual evaluation in executive session. Following the evaluation, the Board unanimously approved a new three-year contract for Dr. Anna Cutaia.

• Approved new three-year contract for Dr. Anna Cutaia effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026 (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Public Works Committee of the Milford Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting on June 26, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at Public Works, 83 Ford Street. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, a director's report, old business (project updates and a report from Steve Johnson), new business (vacancy report), and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Meeting at Public Works, 83 Ford Street, 7:00 p.m.
• Director's report
• Project updates
• Report from Steve Johnson
• Vacancy report

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review updated project drawings and information for a DEEP permit at 182 Milford Point Road. The body will also discuss dredging, a SHIPPS grant from the CT Port Authority, and the 'Bands on the Barge' marine event.

• DEEP Permit Review for 182 Milford Point Road
• Channel & Anchorage Dredging updates
• CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• P&Z updates for 20 Rogers Avenue
• Bands on the Barge marine event

The Commission approved a permit for George Wiles to install a fixed pier at 182 Milford Point Road. The approval is subject to specific dimensions and the exclusion of a pier head. The decision allows the applicant to proceed with a CT DEEP application.

• Approved permit for fixed pier at 182 Milford Point Road with conditions: 4 feet wide, 89 feet long, no pier head, and no impedance to boat traffic (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of 18 May 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a public hearing regarding permit applications 23-0028, 23-0029, and 23-0030. The agency is reviewing a request by Robert Scinto to build a warehouse and office facility in the Beaver Brook Watershed.

• Permit application for 160,000 square foot warehouse and office facility at 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way
• Proposed construction includes associated parking, drainage, and grading within 150 feet of wetlands and watercourses

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to discuss a specific application regarding 325 Suburban Way. The agenda consists of the application documents, plans, and legal notice for this item.

• Review of application IW-23-0028 for 325 Suburban Way

The Inland Wetlands Agency held a public hearing regarding a permit application by Robert Scinto to construct a warehouse and office facility. The agency voted unanimously to hear three related applications (IW-23-0028, IW-23-0029, and IW-23-0030) together. No final decision on the permit was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved motion to hear items IW-23-0028, IW-23-0029 and IW-23-0030 together (unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Commission will meet to review committee reports and discuss unfinished business. The agenda includes updates on facility equipment and age requirements.

• Practice net
• Cart shed report
• Ice machine
• Minimum age requirement
• Report on Rounds

The Commission approved several maintenance invoices and a one-year HVAC service contract with Onofreo Home Comfort Systems. It also authorized the purchase of practice netting and established a new minimum age policy for golfers. A proposal for cart shed improvements will be presented to the Mayor.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved invoice for lock changes (unanimous)
• Approved invoice for emergency air conditioner repair (unanimous)
• Approved one-year HVAC service contract with Onofreo Home Comfort Systems (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of practice netting not to exceed $1,200.00 (unanimous)
• Approved proposal to approach Mayor regarding cart shed improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved minimum age policy for course and practice green use (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss community education and the Adopt-a-Storm Drain/Catch-Basin Outreach Program. The body will also review the Milford Community Resilience Building Workshop and the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD).

• Adopt-a-Storm Drain/Catch-Basin Outreach Program
• Milford Community Resilience Building Workshop
• Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD)
• Proposed certificates for exemplary Catch Basin Adopters

The commission discussed potential 'Adopt a Storm Drain' and anti-litter campaigns. Members reviewed the effects of Knotweed and noted the commission currently has no budget as an advisory body. No formal votes on programs were recorded.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes
• Cancelled July meeting
• Scheduled next meeting for August 15

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve the minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, and Community Health divisions, as well as the Director's Report.

• Approval of 5/16/2023 Minutes

The Board of Health unanimously approved the minutes from its May 16, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of departmental reports regarding school health services, emergency preparedness, and community health initiatives.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is reviewing site plans and land use submissions for several properties. The agenda includes materials for projects on Chester Street, Quarry Road, and Merwin Avenue.

• Site plan review for 1-3 Chester St
• Review of pickleball and parking plans for 333 Quarry Rd
• Land use submissions for 106 Merwin Ave
• Land use submissions for 112 Merwin Ave

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved a special permit for an indoor pickleball facility at 333 Quarry Road. The board also approved grading and filling permits for two properties on Merwin Avenue to alleviate flooding and a driveway access referral for Chester Street.

• Approved referral for driveway access at 1 and 3 Chester Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit and Site Plan Review for pickleball facility at 333 Quarry Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for grading and filling at 106 Merwin Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for grading and filling at 112 Merwin Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved 6/6/2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The board is meeting to approve minutes from the May 2023 annual meeting and review financial disbursements and payables. No new or unfinished business is scheduled for this session.

• Approval of May 2023 Annual Meeting minutes
• Acceptance of May 2023 disbursements
• Approval of June 2023 accrued payables

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review committee reports and the Chief's report. The commission is scheduled to address unfinished business regarding specific equipment updates.

• Disposal of Quint 9
• Tower 1 Update

The commission nominated Anthony Fabrizi as Fire Chief and administered his oath of office. The board also approved the sale of a fire engine and the deposit of private donations into a welfare account.

• Nominated Anthony Fabrizi as Chief of the City of Milford Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Quint 9 to New England Fire Equipment for $6,501
• Approved deposit of $25 and $100 donations into the Good and Welfare account (unanimous)
• Accepted meeting minutes from May 16, 2023 (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board will hear a presentation from UI on RNC programs, incentives, and new building code standards, and receive progress reports on the Milford Energy Plan from committee members. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of summer meeting plans.

• Presentation by UI on RNC programs, incentives, and all-electric design rule changes
• Overview of new vs. old building code standards (insulation, windows, etc.)
• Progress reports on Milford Energy Plan: newsletter, energy audits, residential sector, building codes, and public works response
• Update on number of single and multifamily RNC projects completed in Milford since 2018
• Discussion of next meeting and whether to meet over the summer

The board approved the May 15, 2023 meeting minutes. Representatives from UI presented Residential New Construction incentives, noting that eligibility will shift to all-electric projects on July 1, 2023. Members discussed various outreach strategies for the Energy Plan, including farmers markets and school posters.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for September 18, 2023

Civil Service Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Civil Service Commission meeting on June 19, 2023. It lists only the agenda and meeting materials (including a recording), with no specific decisions, discussions, or public hearings noted.

• Agenda document (revised and original) for June 19, 2023
• Meeting recording available

The Civil Service Commission approved three new job classifications for the MIS department and City Clerk office. The board also approved hiring a Truck Driver/Tree Equipment Operator and an HVAC Mechanic at specific pay steps based on experience.

• Approved minutes from April 17, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Truck Driver/Tree Equipment Operator at Step 3 (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring HVAC Mechanic at Step 6 (Unanimous)
• Approved job description for new Network and Security Engineer classification (Unanimous)
• Approved job description for new Systems Engineer classification (Unanimous)
• Approved job description for new Certified Vitals Clerk classification (Unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will hold a special meeting to consider bids for the Joseph A. Foran High School roof project. The committee will also review minutes from a prior meeting.

• Consideration of bids for Joseph A. Foran High School roof project
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023 special meeting

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved a contract with Silktown for the Joseph A. Foran High School roof project. The approved amount includes the base bid and alternates 1 through 4, as well as an extended 30-year warranty.

• Approved May 25, 2023 special meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Silktown's base bid and add alternates 1-4 with extended 30-year warranty for $3,223,000 (Unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The board will meet to process pension applications, recalculations, and withdrawals for city, police, fire, and board of education employees. The meeting includes a review of an independent accountant's compilation report and a presentation from Bierne Wealth.

• Independent Accountant’s Compilation Report as of December 31, 2022 by Michael J. Paolini, CPA
• Pension applications for Carol A. Altieri, Douglas A. Edo, Patricia A. Fitzsimons, Andretta Swift, and John H. Trapp, III
• Withdrawal and calculation application for Bryan Jock
• Invoice for $1,677.70 for the period 04/01/2023-04/30/2023
• Investment advisor report presented by Bierne Wealth

The Pension and Retirement Board approved several retirement pension applications, a survivor benefit, and a police service-connected disability recalculation. The board also authorized a withdrawal refund and a payment to Principal.

• Approved retirement pension applications for Carol A. Altieri and Douglas A. Edo (unanimous)
• Approved survivor benefit for Patricia A. Fitzsimons in the annual amount of $19,388.28 (unanimous)
• Approved police service-connected disability recalculation for Andretta Swift in the annual amount of $36,810.68 (unanimous)
• Approved retirement pension calculation for John H. Trapp, III in the annual amount of $34,033.15 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal and refund request for Bryan Jock in the amount of $73,619.65 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Principal in the amount of $1,677.70 (unanimous)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The body will also review unfinished business concerning property lists and legal advice on signage and AirBnBs.

• Public hearing for installation of 20 solar panels on the south facing roof at 55 High Street
• Discussion of Attorney Berchem’s advice regarding AirBnBs, ground mounted satellite dishes, and signage
• Review of procedure memo and neighbor letter implementation plan
• Review of updated property list
• Discussion of replacement and expansions of driveways and parking areas

The Commission tabled a Certificate of Appropriateness application for the installation of 20 solar panels at 55 High Street. Members requested more information regarding the efficiency loss of removing two front-facing panels and the current condition of the roof. A decision is pending a follow-up meeting on July 12th.

• Tabled solar panel application for 55 High Street pending further data on efficiency and roof condition
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report showing balance of $7,135.70 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on June 13, 2023. The agenda lists only the agenda document and meeting materials, with no specific items for decision or discussion. The attached 'Actions Taken' document may contain prior decisions, but no new business is listed.

• No specific zoning items, hearings, or applications are listed on the agenda

The board denied a request to reduce a side-yard setback for a new garage at 125 Ridgewood Drive. An appeal regarding lot certifications at 25 Eighth Avenue was continued to July. The meeting record ends before a final vote was recorded for applications at 20 and 22 Hanover Street.

• Denied setback variance for new attached garage at 125 Ridgewood Drive (3-2)
• Postponed appeal of Zoning Enforcement Officer decision for 12 Francis Street to July
• Continued hearing on lot certification appeal for 25 Eighth Avenue to July

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The board will receive updates on various drainage and CDBG projects across the city. Members will also discuss the Program for Public Information and the Resiliency Plan.

• Drainage project updates for Point Beach and Milford Point Road
• Drainage project updates for Morningside Road Revetment and Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area
• Drainage project updates for Wildemere/Walnut Beach, Crescent Beach, and Red Bush
• Drainage project updates for Rowe Ave, Whole Foods Complex, Bayview, and Laurel Ave
• Update on the Program for Public Information (PPI) and Resiliency Plan

The Board adopted meeting minutes from February 14, March 14, and May 9, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates on various drainage, seawall, and outfall projects across the city.

• Adopted minutes for Feb 14, March 14, and May 9, 2023 (Unanimous)

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission is meeting to consider appointments, accept donations to the K9 Fund and Officer Wellness Fund, and discuss a request to restrict truck traffic on Essex Drive/Shamrock Rd. They will also review reports from several units and hold an executive session on officer performance evaluations.

• Donation to K9 Fund from 2023 Citizens Academy Class - $540
• Donation to Officer Wellness Fund from Kaoud Family - $500
• Request to restrict truck traffic on Essex Drive/Shamrock Rd.
• Letter of Recognition for Off. J. Nesmith – Case #2023-2590
• Executive session: performance review of 4 officers and 1st quarter review for 8 probationary officers

The Commission denied a request to restrict truck traffic on Essex Drive and Shamrock Road, citing that it would cause traffic problems in other neighborhoods. The board also approved the reallocation of Police Sick and Relief Fund investments into laddered treasury bills or CDs.

• Denied request to restrict truck traffic on Essex Drive/Shamrock Road (Unanimous)
• Approved reallocation of Police Sick and Relief Fund into laddered treasury bills or CDs (Unanimous)
• Approved $540 donation to K9 Fund from 2023 Citizens Academy Class (Unanimous)
• Approved $500 donation from Kaoud Family to Officer Wellness Fund (Unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes with specific comments removed
• Approved Special Investigations, Detective Bureau, Crime Prevention, and Traffic/Licensing reports (Unanimous)

Animal Shelter Commission

The provided agenda text for the Milford Animal Shelter Commission meeting on June 12, 2023, contains only procedural headers for the agenda and meeting materials. No specific motions, contracts, ordinances, or discussion topics are detailed in the source text.

The Commission approved $6,000 for FY 2023/2024 preventative care costs for dogs and cats. Members also adopted formal Rules of Procedure and appointed a new Treasurer. The body discussed shelter staffing and facility repairs.

• Approved $6,000 for FY 2023/2024 preventative care costs (unanimous)
• Approved including dog preventative care within the feral cat preventative care account (unanimous)
• Approved Rules of Procedure with the Executive Secretary requirement removed (unanimous)
• Appointed Anna Accetta as Treasurer through January 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Milford Council on Aging Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and consider new business, including approving an engagement letter for the 2023 audit by Cohen Kaufman & Associates and discussing a draft members' handbook. The meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2023, at the Milford Senior Center.

• Approval of engagement letter for 2023 audit by Cohen Kaufman & Associates
• Development of a members' handbook - preliminary draft and request for board suggestions
• Update on KardasLarson, LLC
• Richard Dowin Tribute
• Treasurer's and committee reports

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education is meeting to consider the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and proposed budget transfers for 2022-23. The board will also review several policy updates and a request to rescind the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.

• Capital Improvement Plan 2024-2028
• 2022-23 Proposed Budget Transfers
• Rescinding Policy P-4118.239/4218.239 Required COVID-19 Vaccination
• Policy updates on Suspension and Expulsion, Discipline, Learning, Weighted Grades, and Alternative Education
• Introduction of new administrator Dr. Anna Cutaia

The Board of Education approved a five-year Capital Improvement Plan to be forwarded to the Mayor for funding. Members also adopted six board policies, rescinded a COVID-19 vaccination policy, and approved budget transfers to balance the 2022-2023 budget.

• Approved 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $1,185.955 in 2022-2023 Budget Transfers (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 5114 Suspension and Expulsion/Due Process (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 5144 Discipline (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 6120 Learning (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 6146.11 Weighted Grades (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 6172 Alternative Education Programs (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 6172.6 Remote/Online Learning (unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission meeting scheduled for June 14, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting will be held on June 21, 2023, at the Orchards Golf Course Clubhouse.

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss administrative matters, tree warden appeals, street tree replacements, and the tree ordinance. The agenda includes reviewing postings for two properties, updates on the arboretum and tree honor project, and recaps of recent events.

• Tree Warden Postings for 61 Cheryl Ann Drive and 37 Strawberry Hill Road
• Street tree replacement request for Post Road trees by Meghan Sousa
• Tree ordinance under review
• Recap of Milford Earth Day and Milford Tree Giveaway

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting. Members discussed tree removal requests, a beautification proposal for Post Road, and the status of a pending tree ordinance review.

• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission will discuss recent flag placements, wreath laying, and the parade, as well as issues during the duck race. They will also plan the July 4th memorial at the soldier monument and begin organizing the Veterans Day celebration.

• Review of flag placements, wreath laying, and parade successes and issues
• Discussion of Fowler Building issues during duck race
• Planning July 4th memorial at soldier monument and possible liberty rock
• Ordering wreaths for July 4th
• Developing a program for a Marilyn Mays article

The Commission accepted the May 25 minutes and coordinated logistics for the July 4 ceremony and Veterans Day activities. Members discussed Memorial Day feedback and the need for additional commission members.

• Approved May 25 minutes (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Park, Beach & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 7, 2023, at 5:30 PM at Lisman Landing. The agenda includes approval of the May 3 minutes, a letter from T. Catapano, a director's report, and reports from the Golf Course Committee and Bench Dedication Program. No major votes or financial items are listed; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Consideration of minutes from May 3, 2023
• Letter received from T. Catapano
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report

The Commission approved a specific weekly schedule for the Milford Pickleball Association to use courts at Eisenhower Park. Members also supported the removal of a vandalized fire ring at Eisenhower Park for safety. The May 3, 2023, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved use of all eight Eisenhower Park pickleball courts by Milford Pickleball Association (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, 8:00am-12:00pm) (Unanimous)
• Supported removal of the fire ring at Eisenhower Park (Unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review an application for 325 Sub Way, with supporting documents and plans available. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a site walk.

• Application IW-23-0028 for 325 Sub Way
• Review of meeting minutes from May 17, 2023
• Review of site walk minutes from May 24, 2023

Library Board

The Board approved a request to close the library on October 21 for the Friends of the Milford Library Party in the Stacks fundraiser. The Board also approved the request to serve alcohol at the event. Additionally, the board approved updates to the gift policy.

• Approved May 3, 2023 minutes
• Approved tweaked gift policy
• Approved library closure on October 21 for Party in the Stacks (unanimous)
• Approved request to serve alcohol at Party in the Stacks on October 21 (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Milford Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting on June 7, but the public hearing regarding 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way has been postponed due to a noticing error. The hearing is tentatively rescheduled for June 21 via Zoom. The rest of the June 7 meeting will proceed as planned.

• Public hearing on 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way postponed
• New tentative hearing date: June 21, 2023 via Zoom
• Notice error in Milford Mirror publication

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The commission will meet to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports.

• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report
• Review of May 3, 2023 minutes

The Commission approved a specific schedule for the Milford Pickleball Association to use courts at Eisenhower Park. It also supported the removal of a vandalized fire ring at Eisenhower Park for safety. The May 3, 2023, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes of May 3, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Supported removal of the fire ring at Eisenhower Park (Unanimous)
• Approved Milford Pickleball Association use of all eight Eisenhower Park courts Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat from 8:00am to 12:00pm (Unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging approved the engagement letter for the 2023 audit by Cohen Kaufman & Associates. The board also referred the treasurer's report to the Finance Committee and discussed a preliminary draft of a new members' handbook.

• Approved $12,000 engagement letter for 2023 audit by Cohen Kaufman & Associates (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (motion prevailed)
• Approved May 8, 2023 minutes with correction to adjournment time (motion prevailed)
• Referred treasurer's report to the Finance Committee (motion prevailed)

Board of Education

The Council agreed to change its meeting frequency from monthly to quarterly. The board also approved the relocation of two Pumpkin Delight School classrooms to Orange Avenue School for the summer due to construction.

• Approved moving to quarterly meetings (unanimous)
• Approved meeting time as any Tuesday at 5:30
• Approved updating by-laws to reflect quarterly meeting schedule
• Approved temporary relocation of two PDS classrooms to Orange Avenue School
• Approved minutes from April 25 and February 8 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board is meeting to review and potentially act on site plan applications for 44-64 River St, 3 & 7-9 Roller Terrace, and 31 Melba St, along with approving minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting. The agenda lists documents and plans for each property but provides no details on the proposals. The meeting may also include an actions-taken report.

• Site plan review for 44-64 River St
• Site plan review for 3 & 7-9 Roller Terrace
• Site plan review for 31 Melba St
• Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Actions taken report

The board unanimously approved four city-owned property easements and a coastal site plan review. A re-subdivision petition was approved with conditions requiring the installation of sidewalks and a payment in lieu of open space.

• Approved easements for 44-64 River Street, 145 High Street, 0 Railroad Avenue, and 0 River Street (Unanimous)
• Approved Coastal Site Plan Review for 31 Melba Street (Unanimous)
• Approved re-subdivision for 3, 7-9 Roller Terrace with conditions including sidewalk installation and open space payment (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved five legal settlements following an executive session. They also accepted a state grant for auto theft and violent crimes and approved a Homeland Security grant memorandum. Additionally, the board approved budget transfers and $68,211.23 in refunds.

• Approved State of Connecticut Grant Agreement for SLFRF regarding Auto Theft and Violent Crimes (Unanimous)
• Approved FFY 2022 State Homeland Security Grant Program Region 2 Memorandum of Understanding (Unanimous)
• Approved budget memo transfers #9 and #10, Fund 1005 (Unanimous)
• Approved refunds totaling $68,211.23 (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Milford Chase Ventures, LLC v. City of Milford, Re: 68-70 West Main Street (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Milford Hunt Ventures LLC v. City of Milford, Re: 253 West River Street (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement of 354 Woodmont Rd LLC v. City of Milford, Re: 354 Woodmont Road (Unanimous)
• Approved settlements for Drill Masters Realty LLC (332 Boston Post Road) and Wheelers Farms Partners, LLC (470 Wheelers Farms Road) (Unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Ordinance Committee of the Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting and public hearing to consider two proposed ordinances: one amending Chapter 8 (Food and Food Establishments) and one adopting Chapter 11, Article IV (Fair Rent Commission). The meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Auditorium. The agenda includes detailed revisions to food establishment regulations, including licensing, inspections, and penalties.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 8, Food and Food Establishments
• Public hearing on ordinance adopting Chapter 11, Article IV, Fair Rent Commission
• Proposed fine up to $1,000 per offense for cannabis use in outdoor sections of food establishments
• Food establishment licenses expire annually on last day of February
• Temporary food establishment licenses limited to 14 consecutive days

The Ordinance Committee held a public hearing on two proposed ordinances. Both items were tabled for consideration by the full Board at a future special meeting.

• Tabled Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Food and Food Establishments (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance Adopting Chapter 11, Housing, Article IV, Fair Rent commission (unanimous)

Fire Commission

The Fire Commission met to appoint an acting chief. The board unanimously voted to appoint Assistant Chief Anthony Fabrizi to the position.

• Appointed Assistant Chief Anthony Fabrizi as Acting Interim Chief (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board special meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2023, via teleconference has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Special meeting cancellation

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission is holding a public information hearing to determine if a service fee of $340.92 per modified equivalent unit is adequate for operation and maintenance costs. This includes the replacement cost of the public wastewater treatment works for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Public hearing on proposed sewer service fee of $340.92 per modified equivalent unit
• Discussion of fees for single-family residences, condominiums, and apartments
• Review of billing for non-residential users up to 3,000 square feet
• Surcharge considerations for industrial users exceeding specific discharge limits

The Sewer Commission held a public hearing via videoconference to determine the sewer use fee for 2022-2023. The commission voted unanimously to approve the fee amount.

• Approved Sewer Use Fee of $340.92 (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet via Zoom to review engineer reports and wastewater updates. The agenda includes a request from 234 Melba Street regarding a grease trap waiver and an amendment to the consulting engineer's contract.

• Grease trap waiver and AGRU installation request for 234 Melba Street
• Amendment to Consulting Engineer’s Contract Article 5 regarding payments
• Approval of payments for March 22, April 26, and May 31, 2023
• Review of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission authorized Weston & Sampson to provide construction phase services for sanitary sewer pump station upgrades and requested a proposal for similar services at the Rogers Avenue station. No action was taken on a tabled grease trap waiver for 234 Melba Street.

• Approved authorization for Weston & Sampson to provide Construction Phase services for Sanitary Sewer Pump Station Upgrades #1 (unanimous)
• Approved request for proposal from Weston & Sampson for construction phase services at Rogers Avenue Sanitary Pump Station Upgrade (unanimous)
• Tabled application for 234 Melba Street grease trap waiver

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Regulation Subcommittee is meeting to review specific regulations. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Section 6.4.2 concerning the use of nonconforming lots.

• Review of PZ Regulation Section 6.4.2: Use of Nonconforming Lots

The Planning & Zoning Regulation Subcommittee discussed proposed changes to regulations regarding nonconforming lots and lot mergers. The subcommittee voted to bring the staff recommendation to the full board for further consideration.

• Approved motion to bring staff recommendation on lot merger regulations to the full board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/4/2023 (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The provided text contains only the meeting title and a list of two attached document filenames. No specific motions, decisions, or discussion points are included in the source text, so the specific business of the meeting cannot be summarized.

• Document: 2023-05-25_-_PERMANENT_SCHOOL_-_AGENDA.DOC
• Document: AGENDA_TUDOR_ROAD_BUILDING_COMMITTEE_-_MAY_25_2023_MEETING.DOCX

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved several payment requisitions and change orders for renovations at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School. The committee also authorized payments for security infrastructure at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools.

• Approved $115,000 for LED lighting at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School
• Approved $892,762.50 payment to The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight renovations
• Approved $163,281.25 payment to The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight HVAC project
• Approved $20,446.49 payment to Olympus Construction for Live Oaks entry hardening
• Approved $1,567.50 payment to Olympus Construction for Calf Pen entry hardening
• Approved $23,175.00 for additional construction administration and monitoring by Fuss & O'Neill
• Approved multiple change orders for Pumpkin Delight, including $78,197.92 for unforeseen ceiling conditions and $67,032.31 for stormwater system relocation
• Approved $1,340.00 payment to Silver Petrucelli for the Foran High School roof project

Economic Development Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes for any information. No decisions or discussions are specified.

• No agenda available

The Commission established a recurring meeting schedule for the remainder of the year. Goman + York provided a data and research update regarding the Economic and Community Strategic Recovery Plan.

• Approved meeting schedule for the 4th Wednesday of the month
• Scheduled June meeting for June 28, 2023

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency will conduct a special meeting and site walk regarding three parcels on Sub Way. The agency is reviewing proposals by Robert Scinto for warehouse and office construction near wetlands in the Beaver Brook Watershed.

• IW-23-0030: 0 Sub Way; proposed 160,000 square foot warehouse and office facility
• IW-23-0029: 305 Sub Way; proposed 160,000 square foot warehouse and office facility
• IW-23-0028: 325 Sub Way; proposed 160,000 square foot warehouse and office facility

The Agency performed a site walk for three related applications (IW-23-0028, IW-23-0029, and IW-23-0030) regarding proposed warehouse and office facilities on Sub Way. Members reviewed wetland lines, standing water, and a proposed mitigation area on City property. No final decisions were made during this meeting.

• Approved motion to hear items IW-23-0028, IW-23-0029, and IW-23-0030 together (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board is holding a special meeting to review a draft of the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) dated July 26, 2023, which is intended for the Council of Governments (COG) and Board of Aldermen (BOA). The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of draft POCD for COG and BOA

The board conducted a public hearing to gather resident feedback on the draft 2032 Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) Part 2. Residents provided comments on affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space. No votes were taken on the POCD draft itself.

• Approved 5/17 minutes (unanimous with one abstention)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee will meet virtually to consider minutes, a treasurer's report, and producer reports. Unfinished business includes planning for Graduation 2023 and a CAC grant. New business involves the programming schedule.

• Consideration of minutes from previous meeting
• Treasurer's report on committee finances
• Discussion of Graduation 2023 coverage
• Update on CAC Grant
• Review of programming schedule

Police Commission

The Police Commission meeting scheduled for May 22, 2023 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education meets to discuss recommended adjustments to the 2023-24 budget presented by Dr. Anna Cutaia. The board will take a final vote to adopt the 2023-24 Milford Board of Education budget. Additionally, the board will hold a first reading of six policies covering discipline, learning, grades, and remote education.

• Final adoption of the 2023-24 Milford Board of Education Budget
• First reading of Policy P-5114 Suspension and Expulsion/Due Process
• First reading of Policy P-5144 Discipline
• First reading of Policy P-6120 Learning
• First reading of Policy P-6146.2 Weighted Grades

The Board of Education unanimously adopted the 2023-24 operations budget including recommended line item adjustments. The final amount reflects a $198,816 reduction from the original submission to the mayor. Six board policies were presented for a first reading and will be considered for approval in June.

• Approved 2023-24 budget of $106,290,134 with recommended line item adjustments (Unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will review public hearing comments from May 2022 on the Plan of Conservation and Development, discuss member suggestions, and prepare a written statement to submit to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The meeting is a special session focused solely on this topic.

• Review of 5/17/22 P&Z public hearing comments on the Plan of Conservation and Development
• Discussion of commission member suggestions for POCD comments related to conservation mission
• Preparation of written statement for submission to P&Z

The commission held a special meeting to discuss comments regarding the Plan of Conservation and Development. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Harbor Management Commission

The Commission will review permit applications and receive reports from various harbor officials. Discussion includes updates on 20 Rogers Avenue, dredging operations, and the CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant.

• 20 Rogers Avenue P&Z updates
• Channel & Anchorage Dredging
• CT Port Authority – SHIPPS Grant
• Permit Reviews

The commission unanimously accepted the amended minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting. Members discussed dock access issues, enforcement of tie-up ordinances, and potential costs for removing helixes from the mooring field. No other substantive actions were taken during the public session.

• Approved amended minutes of April 20, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The board will review several pension requests, including recalculations for police officers due to a new union contract. The agenda also includes reviewing various service provider invoices and a financial report from Michael J. Paolini, CPA.

• Pension recalculations for multiple Police personnel following a new union contract
• Beirne Wealth invoice for $85,972.07
• Boyd Watterson invoice for $13,224.00
• Columbia invoice for $4,085.83
• Eagle Capital invoice for $5,435.34

The Board approved pension recalculations for eight individuals and new applications for three others. It also authorized nine payments to financial and actuarial service providers. One police disability pension recalculation was tabled.

• Approved 8 pension recalculations for police and city employees (unanimous)
• Approved retirement applications for John H. Trapp, II and Christopher D. Zak (unanimous)
• Approved vested pension application for Marc Ruby (unanimous)
• Tabled police service connected disability recalculation for Andretta Swift
• Authorized $85,972.07 payment to Beirne Wealth (unanimous)
• Authorized $25,600.00 payment to Hooker & Holcombe for Actuarial Services (unanimous)
• Authorized $26,637.90 and $53,719.88 payments to Neuberger Berman (unanimous)
• Authorized payments to Boyd Watterson, Columbia Threadneedle, Eagle Capital, Michael J. Paolini, and Principal (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Milford Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on an application related to 325 Sub Way, as indicated by the attached documents and plans. The agenda includes review of meeting minutes from May 3, 2023, and a legal notice for this meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Application IW-23-0028 for 325 Sub Way
• Review of meeting minutes from May 3, 2023
• Legal notice for May 17, 2023 meeting

The Inland Wetlands Agency reviewed three applications for a warehouse and office facility at 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way. The agency took no final action on the applications but scheduled a site walk and a public hearing to further evaluate wetland impacts and mitigation plans.

• Approved hearing items IW-23-028, IW-23-0029, and IW-23-0030 together (Unanimous)
• Scheduled site walk for 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way for May 24, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 0, 305, and 325 Sub Way for June 7, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of 05/03/23 (Approved; Connors and Munson abstained)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board is holding a special meeting to review the draft Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) dated July 26, 2023, which was prepared for the Council of Governments and Board of Aldermen. The agenda contains only this review item and the meeting agenda document itself; no other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Review of Milford POCD draft dated 2023.07.26 for COG and BOA

The Board conducted a special meeting to gather public comment on the draft 2032 Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). No formal votes or decisions were made; the session served as a forum for residents and consultants to discuss the city's 10-year update.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a public hearing for comments

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of previous minutes, a chair's report on Earth Day and a tree giveaway, and an open space director's report (who will be absent). Under old business, they will discuss dumping, and under new business, they will discuss the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) and attending Planning and Zoning (P&Z) meetings. The agenda is mostly procedural with brief discussion items.

• Discussion of dumping under old business
• Discussion of POCD (Plan of Conservation and Development)
• Discussion of attending P&Z meetings
• Approval of April 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Chair's report on Earth Day and tree giveaway

The Conservation Commission approved the meeting minutes from March 17, 2023, and April 17, 2023. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved March 17, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 17, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve the minutes from April 18, 2023. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health, and Director divisions.

• Approval of 4/18/2023 Minutes
• Environmental Division Report
• Nursing Division Report
• Emergency Preparedness Report
• Community Health Division Report

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental reports regarding environmental health, nursing, emergency preparedness, and community health.

• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Milford Department of Human Services

The Human Services Board of Directors will hold a meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes a director's report and the approval of minutes from February 21, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2023
• Director's Report

The board approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. The Director provided updates on youth services, emergency assistance evaluations, and the transition to an electronic card system for the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning and Zoning Board regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 16, 2023, is cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership will hold its annual meeting. The board is scheduled to elect new officers, approve SEMAP certification for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, and review minor revisions to the MRHP ACOP.

• Election of Board of Commissioners officers
• Approval of SEMAP certification for F.Y.E. March 31, 2023
• Review of minor revisions to the MRHP ACOP
• Acceptance of April 2023 disbursements and May 2023 accrued payables

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review committee reports and the Chief's report. Unfinished business includes the disposal of Quint 9 and an update on Tower 1.

• Disposal of Quint 9
• Tower 1 Update
• New Equipment discussion

The Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously accepted the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. The commission discussed budget increases, the high cost and long lead times for new ambulances, and the potential for a rolling stock purchase plan to mitigate price increases.

• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Milford Energy Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports on the Earth Day event and Curt Krushinsky's participation in a state building code review, and receive progress updates on the Milford Energy Plan from various members. The board will also discuss funding opportunities from SCRCOG and other activities since the last meeting.

• Approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on Earth Day event
• Report on Curt Krushinsky's participation in DAS review of 2021 IECC revisions
• Milford Energy Plan progress reports from members on newsletters, energy audits, residential sector, and building codes
• SCRCOG information on funding opportunities

The board approved the April 17, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed the low turnout at a recent Earth Day event and reviewed the impact of 2021 IECC revisions on new construction and renovations. No formal decisions were made regarding the Energy Plan.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Animal Shelter Commission

This is a procedural agenda for the Milford Animal Shelter Commission meeting. The only listed items are the agenda and meeting materials, including a document of actions taken and votes. No substantive decisions or discussions are detailed.

• Agenda document for May 15, 2023 meeting
• Actions taken and votes document

The Commission established a subcommittee to develop a budget and plan for animal preventative treatments. Members also confirmed July 15 as the date for a partnership event with VCA Baybrook to increase animal control awareness.

• Approved creation of a preventative care subcommittee consisting of Vice Chair Stanek, Ms. Dorney, and Ms. Kamen (Unanimous)
• Confirmed July 15 as the date for the VCA Baybrook partnership event
• Accepted minutes from 4/10/2023 (No vote taken)
• Approved Warden's Report (No vote taken)

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The Milford Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review the status of UI Transmission Line CT Siting Council hearings and discuss the proposed Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The Commission will also consider its outreach efforts and readiness, including a first-step outreach program using the 2022-23 Aldermanic allotment. Minutes from the February 27, 2023 special meeting will be considered for approval.

• Review of UI Transmission Line CT Siting Council Hearings/Status
• Discussion of proposed POCD (Plan of Conservation and Development)
• Outreach program and spending of the 2022/23 Aldermanic allotment
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions
• Consideration of Minutes of Special Meeting held February 27, 2023

The Commission approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023, special meeting. Members discussed outreach efforts for historic property write-ups and the lack of specific historic preservation language in the proposed POCD. No new applications were reviewed.

• Approved February 27, 2023 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Added 67 Prospect Street to the agenda (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

This meeting of the Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes.

The commission met to coordinate the May 27 flag laying ceremony and the parade lineup. No formal votes were taken as the meeting lacked a quorum.

• No formal decisions made due to lack of quorum

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to vote on the budget. The agenda includes the meeting agenda and minutes from a previous budget vote. No other substantive items are listed.

• Special meeting for budget vote
• Review of meeting agenda
• Review of meeting materials

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting to fill a vacancy on the board. They unanimously approved the appointment of Carl S. Moore to complete the unexpired term of Greg Harla for the Fifth District.

• Approved appointment of Carl S. Moore to the Board of Aldermen for the Fifth District (Unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will hold a regular meeting to review committee reports and management updates. The agenda includes a report on rounds and a review of the April 12, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Building and Grounds Committee report
• Financial Advisor report
• Management report from Robert McNeil
• Report on rounds

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on account balances, course revenue, and the status of a new golf cart building and ice machine repair.

• Approved April 12, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Board approved one variance for a residential deck and steps. It unanimously upheld two decisions by the Zoning Enforcement Officer regarding a building permit at Milford Point Road and a zoning violation for storage containers on Woodmont Avenue.

• Approved variance for rear-yard and front-yard projections to construct a deck and steps at 35 Thompson Street (Unanimous)
• Upheld Zoning Enforcement Officer's decision to issue a zoning permit at 71 Milford Point Road (Unanimous)
• Upheld Zoning Enforcement Officer's notice of violation regarding shipping containers at 354 Woodmont Avenue (Unanimous)

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The board reviewed progress on multiple city drainage and erosion projects, including updates on Point Beach, Milford Point Road, and Laurel Ave. No formal votes were taken on project approvals or funding, and the board requested more time to review previous meeting minutes.

• Tabled review of February 14 and March 14, 2023 minutes
• Requested memo to Mayor for financial support for Wildemere/Walnut Beach design

Animal Shelter Commission

The Animal Commission meeting scheduled for May 8, 2023, has been cancelled. A rescheduled meeting is set for May 15, 2023, at 12:00 PM.

Council on Aging

This agenda contains only procedural items: the agenda itself and meeting materials, including a corrected agenda document and Zoom information for a future meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Corrected agenda document
• Zoom information for 5-23 meeting

The board voted to hire KardasLarson, LLC to conduct a comprehensive compensation analysis for the Milford Senior Center. Minutes from April 10, 2023 were approved with corrections. The treasurer's report was referred to the Finance Committee. No progress was reported on a plaque for a deceased board member.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Referred treasurer's report to Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Hired KardasLarson, LLC for compensation analysis (motion prevailed)

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review several policy updates regarding attendance, truancy, and health education. The meeting also includes a resolution to authorize the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations to sign contracts on behalf of the district.

• Board Policy 5113: Attendance
• Board Policy 5113.2: Truancy
• Board Policy 5141.213: Opioid Overdose Prevention
• Board Policy 6142.10: Health Education Program/Physical Activity
• Resolution to authorize the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations to sign contracts

The Board unanimously approved updated policies regarding attendance, truancy, health education, and opioid overdose prevention. Additionally, the Board authorized Sean Brennan to conduct business and sign contracts as Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations starting July 1, 2023.

• Approved Board Policy 5113 Attendance (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 5113.2 Truancy (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 6142.10 Health Education Program/Physical Activity (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy 5141.213 Opioid Overdose Prevention (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing Sean Brennan to conduct business and sign contracts effective July 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2023 Business Meeting and April 24, 2023 Committee of the Whole Meeting (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission is holding a special meeting to address old business. The primary item for discussion is the Army Corps of Engineers Harbor Dredging Project.

• Army Corps of Engineers Harbor Dredging Project

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Park, Beach & Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting on May 3, 2023. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: call to order, public comment, minutes approval, correspondence, and reports from the director and commissioners. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

• Consideration of minutes from March 2, 2023
• Director's report
• Golf Course Committee report
• Bench Dedication Program report
• New business may be introduced by 2/3 vote

The Park, Beach, and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. They unanimously approved the minutes from the March 2, 2023 meeting. The meeting was largely informational, featuring updates from the Recreation Director on program registrations, court openings, and beach season preparations.

• Approved minutes of March 2, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Park, Beach and Recreation Commission is holding its May meeting to consider minutes from March 2, 2023, hear a director's report, and receive commissioner reports on the Golf Course Committee and Bench Dedication Program. New business may be introduced by a two-thirds vote. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Consideration of minutes from March 2, 2023
• Director's report
• Commissioner reports on Golf Course Committee
• Commissioner reports on Bench Dedication Program
• New business may be introduced by a two-thirds vote

The Park, Beach, and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 2, 2023 meeting. The meeting consisted primarily of reports from the Recreation Director on program registrations, facility updates, and beach season preparations, with no substantive decisions made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of March 2, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Board of Directors will meet via Zoom to review financial, secretary, and president reports. The Library Director will provide monthly statistics and an update on the Strategic Plan.

• Strategic Plan update
• Financial report
• Policy Committee report
• Buildings and Grounds Committee report
• Donor Recognition Committee report

The Milford Public Library Board of Directors held a routine meeting, approving the April 12, 2023 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the board discussed the upcoming city budget, planned a policy committee meeting, and noted a June 2 donor wall ceremony.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications for work at four specific addresses. The body will consider documents and plans submitted for these sites.

• Application IW-23-0009: 40 Morehouse Avenue
• Application IW-23-0021: 112 Merwin Avenue
• Application IW-23-0022: 106 Merwin Avenue
• Review of 184 Platt St

The Milford Inland Wetlands Agency approved three applications: elevation of a single-family home at 40 Morehouse Avenue, grading and drainage improvements at 106 and 112 Merwin Avenue, and a 24-foot above-ground pool at 184 Platt Street. All approvals were unanimous with conditions including erosion controls, bonds, and wetland notifications. No public comments were received.

• Approved application IW-23-0009 for elevation of single-family home at 40 Morehouse Avenue with conditions including $5,642 bond and stormwater compliance (unanimous)
• Approved applications IW-23-0021 and IW-23-0022 for grading and drainage at 106 and 112 Merwin Avenue with conditions including $5,795 bond (unanimous)
• Approved jurisdictional ruling for 24-foot above-ground pool at 184 Platt Street as a use permitted as of right with conditions (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of April 19, 2023 meeting with three abstentions

Board of Education

The May 2, 2023 meeting of the Milford School Readiness Council has been canceled.

Planning & Zoning Board

The board is meeting to discuss the 2023 draft of the Plan of Conservation and Development. The agenda also includes a review of a site plan for 161 Morningside.

• Review of MILFORD_POCD draft dated 2023.04.26
• Site plan review for 161 Morningside

The board unanimously approved a Coastal Area Management Site Plan for a single-family dwelling at 161 Morningside Drive, with modifications requiring curbs, sidewalks, and stormwater calculations. The board also set May 17 and May 24 as public hearing dates for the draft Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD), with a goal of final adoption by August.

• Approved Coastal Area Site Plan for 161 Morningside Drive (unanimous)
• Set May 17 and May 24 as POCD public hearing dates (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 4/4/2023 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to re-adopt the city's voting district reapportionment plan, an appointment to the Conservation Commission, budget memo transfers, and a list of tax refunds. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the mayor and committees.

• Resolution to re-adopt the voting district reapportionment plan based on 2020 census (avg. 10,449 residents per district)
• Appointment of Tiana Perini to the Conservation Commission (term expiring 12/31/24)
• Budget Memo Transfers #7 and #8 (Fund 1005 and 2812) for retroactive wage adjustments
• Refunds totaling $47,917.43
• Consideration of settlements: K Brothers v. City of Milford (305 New Haven Ave) and 1503 Boston Post Rd. v. City of Milford

The Board of Aldermen approved a Voting District Reapportionment Plan and several budget transfers for retroactive wage increases. The board also authorized eight separate legal settlements following an executive session and appointed a new member to the Conservation Commission.

• Approved appointment of Tiana Perini to the Conservation Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Re: Voting District Reapportionment Plan (unanimous)
• Approved budget memo transfers #7 and #8, Fund 1005 and 2812 (unanimous)
• Approved refunds totaling $47,917.43 (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Keefe, Hugh v. City of Milford (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Milford Green Ventures, LLC v. City of Milford (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Boston Road Ventures LLC v. City of Milford (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Gabrielli Realty of Milford CT LLC v. City of Milford (13-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved the appointment of Richard M. Smith to complete the unexpired Mayoral term of Benjamin G. Blake. The appointment is effective upon Mayor Blake's resignation.

• Approved appointment of Richard M. Smith to complete Mayoral term (11-0-2)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The committee is holding a special virtual meeting to review reports and conduct new business. Discussion items include the 2023 graduations, a CAC Grant, and the programming schedule.

• Graduation 2023
• CAC Grant
• Programming Schedule

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss various administrative items. The agenda includes a petition for a grease trap waiver at 234 Melba Street and a proposed amendment to the Consulting Engineer's contract.

• Waiver request for exterior grease trap and AGRU installation at 234 Melba Street
• Amendment to Consulting Engineer’s Contract Article 5 regarding payments
• Approval of March 22, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of payments

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Several items, including construction phase service contracts and engineer rate increases, were deferred to allow for input from the new Mayor.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous, Chairman abstained)
• Tabled request for interior grease trap at 234 Melba Street
• Deferred authorization for Weston & Sampson Construction Phase services for Pump Station Upgrades #1
• Deferred authorization for Weston & Sampson Construction Phase services for Housatonic WWTP
• Took no action on proposed rate increases for Consulting Engineer's Contract Article 5

Board of Aldermen

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee is meeting to review status reports on security infrastructure upgrades at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks elementary schools. The committee will also consider payment requisitions related to the Joseph A. Foran High School roof project and Pumpkin Delight Elementary School renovations.

• Security Infrastructure Upgrades Phase 4: Calf Pen Meadow Elementary School
• Security Infrastructure Upgrades Phase 4: Live Oaks Elementary School
• Joseph A. Foran High School – Roof Project payment requisitions
• Pumpkin Delight Elementary School – Addition, Renovations, Upgrades payment requisitions

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved the plans and cost estimates for the Joseph A. Foran High School roof project. The committee also authorized several payment requisitions for security upgrades and renovations at Live Oaks, Calf Pen Meadow, and Pumpkin Delight elementary schools.

• Approved plans and cost estimate for Joseph A. Foran High School Roof Project (unanimous)
• Approved $47,364.89 payment to Olympus Construction for Live Oaks entry hardening (unanimous)
• Approved $58,299.32 payment to Olympus Construction for Calf Pen entry hardening (unanimous)
• Approved $703.00 payment to Silver Petrucelli for Foran High School Roof Project (unanimous)
• Approved $864,975 payment to The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $1,042.14 payment to Tri State Materials Lab for Pumpkin Delight renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $756.00 payment to William B. Meyer, Inc. for Pumpkin Delight renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $2,070.00 payment to Innovative Engineering Services, LLC and $10,949.28 to Tecton Architects, PC for Pumpkin Delight renovations (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Milford School Readiness Council will meet virtually to discuss new business. The body is scheduled to review and approve the School Readiness Grant and the Quality Enhancement Grant.

• Review and approval of School Readiness Grant
• Review and approval of Quality Enhancement Grant

The Council approved the School Readiness Grant with minor changes for year two. It also approved shifting the Quality Enhancement Grant focus from professional learning to purchasing educational materials.

• Approved School Readiness Grant with minor changes for year two
• Approved changing Quality Enhancement Grant focus to purchasing educational materials

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a parent involvement report and conduct a first reading of four board policies covering attendance, truancy, health education/physical activity, and opioid overdose prevention. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• First reading of Policy 5113 (Attendance)
• First reading of Policy 5113.2 (Truancy)
• First reading of Policy 6142.10 (Health Education Program/Physical Activity)
• First reading of Policy 5141.213 (Opioid Overdose Prevention)
• Parent Involvement Report by Dr. Christianne Golesky and Mr. Sean Smyth

The Board of Education unanimously approved the plans, specifications, and estimates for a partial roof replacement project at Joseph A. Foran High School. The board also reviewed parent involvement survey results and held first readings on attendance, truancy, and health education policies.

• Approved Plans, Specifications and Estimates for Partial Roof Replacement Project at Joseph A. Foran High School (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission is meeting to address organizational structure and event planning. Key topics include recruiting new members from CVMC, DAV, and Milford fife and drum, and coordinating the wreath laying and parade with confirmed participants.

• Recruiting members from CVMC, DAV, and Milford fife and drum to restore commission structure
• Invitations sent for wreath laying and parade; 5 responses received from Ray Vitale, Frank Smith, Milford Fire Dept, Milford Christian Academy, and Cub Scout Pack 7
• Planning wreath laying at all monuments
• Parade logistics: cars, signage, VSO, police, permits, and Wiener mobile

Harbor Management Commission

The Milford Harbor Management Commission is meeting to consider a permit application from DEEP for 100 Housatonic Drive, along with routine reports from the chairman, director, and harbor master. They will also discuss updates on old business items such as dredging, a grant, and memorial plaques. The agenda includes public comments and committee reports.

• Permit review: DEEP LWRD 100 Housatonic Drive
• Old business: 20 Rogers Avenue P&Z updates
• Old business: Channel & Anchorage Dredging
• Old business: CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• Old business: Memorial Plaques

The Commission approved a permit application for 103 Housatonic Drive. Members discussed the dredging project and the need for funding to remove and reinstall helixes, with estimated costs between $750,000 and $1,000,000.

• Approved permit application for 103 Housatonic Drive (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 16, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board will review pension requests and recalculations for numerous employees, primarily from Public Works, due to a settled union contract. The board will also consider several new applications for entry and review financial reports.

• Pension recalculations for 21 employees due to a new union contract
• Invoice for GAMCO in the amounts of $18,821.00 and $24,353.00
• Invoice for Sprott for $20,316.54
• Invoice for Principal for $1,683.90
• Review of the July 1, 2022, Actuarial Valuation Report by Hooker & Holcombe

The Board approved pension recalculations and applications for 30 individuals and revoked one previously approved vested pension. The Board also authorized four vendor payments totaling $65,174.44 and reviewed the July 1, 2022 Actuarial Valuation Report.

• Revoked vested pension for Joan Foley (unanimous)
• Approved 29 pension recalculations and one application (unanimous)
• Authorized $18,821.00 payment to Gamco (unanimous)
• Authorized $24,353.00 payment to Gamco (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,683.90 payment to Principal (unanimous)
• Authorized $20,316.54 payment to Sprott (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review applications for work at four specific addresses. The body will consider documents and plans submitted for these locations.

• Application IW-23-0015 for 32 Alexander Drive
• Application IW-23-0009 for 40 Morehouse Avenue
• Application IW-23-0021 for 112 Merwin Avenue
• Application IW-23-0022 for 106 Merwin Avenue

The Agency approved a one-story addition at 32 Alexander Road with specific environmental conditions and a bond requirement. No action was taken on a home elevation project at 40 Moorehouse Avenue, and the Agency held an initial hearing for grading work at 106 and 112 Merwin Avenue.

• Approved application IW-23-0015 for a one-story addition at 32 Alexander Road (Unanimous)
• Required $4,750 bond for 32 Alexander Road for S&E controls and wetland markers
• No action taken on application IW-A-23-0009 for home elevation at 40 Moorehouse Avenue
• Heard applications IW-23-0021 and IW-23-0022 for grading at 106 and 112 Merwin Avenue; no decision made

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen conducted a departmental budget deliberation session. No formal votes were taken to approve or deny budget requests; the session consisted of presentations and discussions with department heads.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from the March 21, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health, and Director divisions.

• Approval of 3/21/2023 Minutes

The Board of Health approved the minutes from its March 21, 2023, meeting. The session primarily consisted of departmental reports regarding mosquito control, school nursing, and emergency preparedness.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The regular meeting of the Milford Planning and Zoning Board scheduled for Tuesday, April 18, 2023, is cancelled. No business will be conducted, and no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancellation notice

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to review committee reports and discuss new and unfinished business. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.

The commission approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. A proposal to donate Quint 9 to Milford Auto Recycling was tabled pending the determination of the vehicle's scrap value. The board also discussed budget transfers and the procurement process for a new truck to replace Quint 3.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tabled disposal of Quint 9 to obtain scrap value

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The board is meeting to review minutes and approve financial disbursements and payables. No new or unfinished business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Acceptance of March 2023 disbursements
• Approval of April 2023 accrued payables

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission is meeting in person to handle routine business, including approving previous minutes and receiving reports from the chair and open space director. They will also discuss an update on the Thule cleanup at Walnut Beach and consider drafting a letter to residents about illegal dumping in Wilcox Park.

• Update on Thule and cleanup at Walnut Beach
• Letter about dumping in woods at Wilcox Park to Harborside Drive residents using Force of Nature Landscaping Services
• Tiana Perini's appointment at Board of Aldermen meeting on May 1, 2023
• Earth Day table on April 22 with invasive plant booklets and samples

The commission discussed preparations for Earth Day and a tree giveaway. Members agreed to draft an educational letter to residents regarding the environmental impact of dumping yard waste on City property.

• Tabled approval of March 17, 2023, minutes
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Energy Advisory Board

The board will approve March meeting minutes and receive progress reports on the Milford Energy Plan, including energy audits, residential efficiency, state building codes, and a letter to Public Works about automobile use. They will also discuss readiness for the Earth Day event and other recent activities.

• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023 meeting
• Progress reports on Milford Energy Plan from multiple committee members
• Discussion of Earth Day Event readiness
• Letter to Milford Public Works Department about automobile use

The board approved the March 20, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed ongoing progress on the Energy Plan and coordinated logistics for an upcoming Earth Day event.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Confirmed participation in Earth Day event from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Board of Education

The Board of Education will review instructional highlights including the Next Generation Accountability Report and District Performance Report. The meeting includes a request for approval regarding high school graduation dates and updates on elementary instructional coaching.

• Next Generation Accountability Report & District Performance Report
• Board update on Elementary Instructional Coaching
• High School Graduation Date(s) approval request
• Quarterly Budget Report
• Disbursement Report

The Board unanimously approved graduation dates for the district's high schools. The meeting also included reports on district performance, instructional coaching, and a projected budget deficit.

• Approved June 13, 2023 graduation for Jonathan Law High School (unanimous)
• Approved June 14, 2023 graduation for Joseph A. Foran High School (unanimous)
• Approved March 13, March 27, and March 29 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen conducted a public hearing to receive comments on the Board of Finance’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. Residents spoke primarily in favor of restoring the Board of Education and police budgets. No budget votes were taken during this session.

• Recessed meeting until April 19, 2023 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission approved the hiring of a candidate for a vacant Public Health Nurse position at Step 3. The board also elected its Chairman and Vice Chairman and approved minutes from October 2022.

• Elected J. Haselkamp as Chairman
• Elected J. Tantimonico as Vice Chairman
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting
• Approved hiring selected Public Health Nurse candidate at Step 3

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The commission discussed strategies to return to a seven-member body, noting they currently have three voting members. Planning is underway for the May 28 wreath-laying ceremony and parade, though response rates from participating groups remain low.

• Discussed recruiting members from Legion post 196 and a citizen at large
• Proposed posting event press releases to Facebook and the commission website
• Identified 5 responding groups for the May 28 parade staging

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The Commission approved spending up to $400 to mail letters to new and existing neighbors. Members also agreed to adopt an updated property list provided by Chris Bishop. Several items regarding AirBnBs, solar panels, and driveways remain tabled.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Determined no Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) is needed for Maria Henley's fence proposal
• Approved updated property list provided by Chris Bishop
• Approved allocation of up to $400 for neighbor letter mailings (Unanimous)
• Tabled advice on AirBnBs, ground mounted satellite dishes, and signage
• Tabled solar panels
• Tabled replacement and expansions of driveways and parking areas

Library Board

The Milford Public Library Board of Directors held a virtual meeting to review standard reports, including financial data and the library director's strategic plan update. The agenda included committee reports from the Policy, Buildings and Grounds, and Donor Recognition committees. The only new business item was the scheduling of National Library Week events.

• Review of financial report
• Update on the library's strategic plan
• Committee reports from Policy, Buildings and Grounds, and Donor Recognition committees
• New business: National Library Week (April 23-29)

The Board of Directors accepted the minutes from the March 1, 2023 meeting. Members were notified of a spending mandate effective April 3 requiring departments to limit costs. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will meet to discuss reports from the Building and Grounds Committee and the Financial Advisor. The body will also review a report on rounds provided by management.

• Building and Grounds Committee report
• Financial Advisor report
• Management report on rounds

Police Commission

The April 11, 2023 Police Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board denied an appeal regarding a Certificate of Zoning Compliance for 94 Edgewater Place, ruling it lacked jurisdiction to overturn a Planning and Zoning Board decision. The board also approved a variance for a front porch at 12 Deerfield Avenue.

• Upheld Zoning Enforcement Officer decision regarding 94 Edgewater Place (Unanimous)
• Approved variance for front porch projection at 12 Deerfield Avenue (Unanimous)
• Tabled hearing for deck and landing at 35 Thompson Street (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 hearing (5-0)

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood and Erosion Control Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, 2023, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Animal Shelter Commission

The Milford Animal Shelter Commission is meeting in person to handle routine business including minutes approval, department reports, and correspondence. The commission will also discuss several operational items, including a long-term shelter resident adoption plan, a partnership event with VCA Baybrook, and acquiring an AED device.

• Public comment from Orange, CT resident Kristen Shultz regarding a dog bite incident
• Discussion of long-term shelter resident adoption plan
• Two proposed dates (June 14 or 24) for VCA Baybrook partnership event
• AED device acquisition
• Facebook account consolidation and volunteer coordination

The commission approved paying for FIV testing and vaccination for a long-haired black male cat. Members discussed outstanding shelter improvements and the development of a volunteer program. The commission also voted to invite Mr. Farrar to the next meeting.

• Approved payment for FIV testing and/or vaccination for a long-haired black male cat (unanimous)
• Approved 3/13/2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved State report provided by Mr. Ellingson (unanimous)
• Approved motion to invite Mr. Farrar to the next meeting (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Council on Aging approved the amended agenda and the January 9th meeting minutes. The board referred the Treasurer's report to the Finance Committee and discussed the procurement of third-party salary and compensation consultants.

• Approved amended agenda (motion prevailed)
• Approved January 9th minutes with correction to Stephen Beres' attendance (motion prevailed)
• Referred Treasurer's report to Finance Committee (motion prevailed)

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss administrative matters, tree warden appeals, and a final review of the tree ordinance before submittal. They will also receive updates on the Tree Honor Project, Milford Earth Day, and the Milford Tree Giveaway.

• Final review of the tree ordinance before submittal
• Tree Warden Postings for 61 Cheryl Ann Drive and 37 Strawberry Hill Road
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2023
• Financial update
• Updates on Tree Honor Project, Milford Earth Day, and Milford Tree Giveaway

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 13, 2023 meeting. Members discussed pending tree removal requests and the status of the Tree Ordinance, which is currently with the City’s Attorney’s office for final review.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The April 5, 2023 Park, Beach and Recreation Commission meeting in Milford, CT has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting is May 3, 2023. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency is meeting to review two specific property applications. The body will consider documents and plans related to these sites.

• Application IW-23-0015 for 32 Alexander Drive
• Application IW-23-0009 for 40 Morehouse Avenue

The Agency took no action on two pending applications for residential construction and home elevation. The board approved the minutes from the February 1, 2023, meeting.

• Approved minutes of 02/01/23 (carried by roll call, Valvo abstaining)
• No action taken on application IW-A-23-0015 (32 Alexander Road)
• No action taken on application IW-A-23-0009 (40 Moorehouse Avenue)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved the sale of 183 Home Acres Avenue and adopted the 2023 SCRCOG Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. The Board also authorized participation in the 2023 Local Capital Improvement Program Assistance and approved two board appointments.

• Approved appointment of Jennifer Denes to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mallory Nugent to the Human Services Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 SCRCOG Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (unanimous)
• Approved the sale of 183 Home Acres Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for State of Connecticut Local Capital Improvement Program Assistance - 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Cash Advance for Local Capital Improvement Program Assistance - 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved refunds in the amount of $69,757.97 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension and Retirement Board will hold a special meeting via tele-conference. The session includes meetings with several investment groups.

• BWC Summary/Introduction
• Neuberger Berman Group meeting
• Sprott Asset Management meeting
• Zephyr Peacock India meeting

The Pension and Retirement Board held a special meeting via teleconference. The session consisted of presentations from four money managers. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board agenda lists a review of Section 6.4.4 regarding the extension of a moratorium on Amendment 21-1. The document also includes the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting and a list of actions taken. No specific decisions or new proposals are detailed in the provided text.

• Review of Section 6.4.4 Extension of Moratorium on Amendment 21-1
• Approval of March 21, 2023 minutes
• Review of actions taken on April 4, 2023

The Planning and Zoning Board approved an extension of a moratorium regarding Article VI, Section 6.4 Non-Conforming Lots. This action provides the board time to create new regulations for nonconforming lots established before 1929.

• Approved extension of moratorium for Article VI, Section 6.4 Non-Conforming Lots to 8/31/23 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 3/21/2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Aldermen

The committee approved several change orders for security infrastructure at Calf Pen Meadow and Live Oaks Elementary Schools to allow work during the school session. Additional funding and payments were authorized for renovations at Pumpkin Delight Elementary School. The Joseph A. Foran High School roof project is delayed pending state grant approval.

• Approved $15,142.70 change order for Calf Pen Elementary security partitions (3-1)
• Approved $12,369.03 change order for Live Oaks Elementary security partitions (3-1)
• Approved $6,062.75 change order for Live Oaks Elementary glass wall work (unanimous)
• Approved moving services for Pumpkin Delight Elementary not to exceed $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved change order to Nutmeg Companies, Inc. not to exceed $25,000 for Pumpkin Delight ceiling work (unanimous)
• Approved $2,580 change order to Tecton Architects for hazardous material testing (unanimous)
• Approved payment to The Nutmeg Companies, Inc. for $899,507.50 and $914,517.50 (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Silver Petrucelli $3,377.00 for Foran High School roof project (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board of Education conducted a budget workshop to discuss ways to offset a $1.8 million budget reduction made by the Board of Finance. The session included a review of suggested reductions and public comment. No formal votes on budget items were recorded.

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee held a virtual meeting on March 28, 2023. The agenda included standard procedural items such as minutes approval and financial reports. The committee also discussed new business items including the 2023 graduation, the programming schedule, and a CAC grant.

• Consideration of the 2023 Graduation
• Review of the Programming Schedule
• Discussion of a CAC Grant

Housing Code Board of Appeals

The Housing Code Board of Appeals elected its officers and reviewed a blight appeal for a property at 20 Morehouse Ave. Despite the owner's absence, the Board granted an extension for the property to be brought into compliance.

• Elected Todd Casey as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Richard Merly as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Extended compliance date for blight abatement at 20 Morehouse Ave by 60 days (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning POCD Subcommittee will meet to discuss the draft of the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The discussion will be conducted with FHI Consultant Adam Tecza.

• Review of the POCD draft with consultant Adam Tecza