Milford public meetings in 2025

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission is holding a special meeting to reconsider a contract discussion. The body will also review an invoice from Northeast Golf Company.

• Reconsideration of contract discussion
• Invoice from Northeast Golf Company

The Golf Commission unanimously approved the 2026 greens‑fee schedule for residents and non‑residents as presented. It also unanimously approved an $8,750 payment to Northeast Golf Company for irrigation design and bid administration services. No other business was taken.

• Approved 2026 greens‑fee rates (unanimous)
• Approved $8,750 payment to NE Golf for irrigation project (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Milford Board of Finance will not meet on December 22, 2025, and will resume its regular schedule in January 2026.

• Meeting cancelled for December 22, 2025
• Resumption of routine schedule in January 2026

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review reports and conduct old business. The agenda includes discussions regarding the CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant and memorial plaques.

• CT Port Authority – SHIPPS Grant
• Memorial Plaques

The Harbor Management Commission unanimously approved the fee schedule proposed for 2026. It also accepted the 2026 meeting schedule and the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved 2026 fee schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Accepted October 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The regular Pension & Retirement Board meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025, has been canceled.

Sewer Commission

The Milford Sewer Commission will hear citizen comments and review a development application for a restaurant, retail and grocery store at 990 Boston Post Road. The meeting includes a consulting engineer’s report from Weston & Sampson, a wastewater report, and an inflow/infiltration update. The commission will also vote on recent meeting minutes and approve payments for the Wastewater Division and the Sewer Commission.

• Review application for restaurant, retail & grocery store at 990 Boston Post Road
• Consulting engineer’s report – Weston & Sampson
• Wastewater report
• Inflow/infiltration update
• Vote to approve September, October, November minutes and payments for Wastewater Division and Sewer Commission

The commission approved the application for a new restaurant, retail space and grocery store at 990 Boston Post Road, authorizing separate sewer connections for each building. It also approved the 668 New Haven Avenue manufacturing/warehouse project and a temporary groundwater discharge at 433 Old Gate Lane with a 7‑10‑day limit and inspection requirements. The minutes from the September 24 and October 22 meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved 990 Boston Post Road restaurant/retail/grocery development (unanimous)
• Approved 668 New Haven Avenue manufacturing/warehouse project (unanimous)
• Approved temporary groundwater discharge at 433 Old Gate Lane for 7‑10 days at 10 gpm, with inspection and duration limits (unanimous)
• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Milford Public Library Board will receive routine reports and updates, review old business from November, and address new business including confirming December’s public presentation. Action items assigned include confirming the presentation, emailing an updated punch list, and providing a budget line‑item increase breakdown and a list of new LoT purchases.

• Ms. Creedon to confirm December’s public presentation
• Ms. Kemp to email the updated punch list
• Mr. Brill to send the MPL organizational chart with recent additions
• Mr. Brill to send a breakdown of requested budget line‑item increases
• Mr. Brill to send a list of new LoT purchases

The board approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. It assigned several action items, including inviting the new mayor, updating the agenda, sending the latest organization chart, scheduling a policy meeting, and continuing Fund 76 financial reports. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Accepted November 19, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Ms. Creedon to invite the new mayor to attend a board meeting (assigned)
• Ms. Thomas to update the agenda with the Friends of Milford Library report (assigned)
• Mr. Brill to send the latest organization chart (assigned)
• Ms. Oliver to schedule a policy meeting in January (assigned)
• Mr. Brill to continue reporting Fund 76 financials (assigned)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously at 8:20 p.m.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency voted to approve application IW-25-0054 for the Wheelers Farm mixed‑use project, attaching a list of environmental and permit conditions. No action was taken on application IW-25-0061 for the Garden Home 76‑unit development. The minutes of the December 3, 2025 meeting were approved, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved IW-25-0054 Wheelers Farm mixed‑use development with conditions (Munson abstained)
• No action taken on IW-25-0061 Garden Home 76‑unit development
• Approved minutes of the 12/03/2025 meeting (Connors and Munson abstaining)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will elect a chairman and review status reports and payment requisitions for various school improvement projects, including HVAC, roof replacements, and technical education facilities at Jonathan Law and Foran High Schools.

• Election of Chairman
• Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition, renovations, and upgrades
• Jonathan Law High School technical education facility improvements
• E-Sports Arena projects at Jonathan Law and Foran High Schools
• HVAC/Boiler/Masonry improvements at various schools

The committee nominated and elected M. Woods to continue as chairman, with three votes in favor and one abstention. The motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously. No actions were taken on the October 30 minutes or any payment requisitions.

• Re‑elected M. Woods as chairman (3‑0, 1 abstention)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously
• No action taken on October 30 minutes
• No payment requisitions considered

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership Board will accept disbursements for November 2025 and approve accrued payables for December 2025. The Executive Director will report on the search for a new director and consultant services. A resolution will be adopted to set the Board's meeting calendar for 2026. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Accept disbursements for November 2025
• Approve accrued payables for December 2025
• Resolution to approve the 2026 Board meeting schedule
• Report on executive director succession and consultant search
• Public comment period (max 3 minutes per person)

The board accepted the November 2025 meeting minutes and approved the November 2025 disbursements (Resolution #1622). It then approved the disbursement of accrued payables for December 2025 (Resolution #1623). Finally, the board approved the schedule of meetings for 2026 (Resolution #1624). All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted November 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 2025 disbursements (Resolution #1622) (5-0)
• Approved disbursement of accrued payables for December 2025 (Resolution #1623) (5-0)
• Approved 2026 board meeting schedule (Resolution #1624) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates and new business. Key agenda items include the approval of a firefighter hiring list and the disposal of an inspector vehicle.

• Approval of Recruit Firefighter Hiring List
• Disposal of Inspector Vehicle (old Car 11)
• Consideration for Educational Stipend
• 2026 Fire Commission Meeting Schedule

The commission unanimously accepted the November 18 minutes and the 2026 meeting schedule. It approved the Recruit Firefighter Hiring List of 31 candidates and authorized disposal of the 2013 Ford Expedition inspector vehicle. The board also voted to continue consideration of an educational stipend until more information is received.

• Accepted November 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Fire Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Recruit Firefighter Hiring List of 31 candidates (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of 2013 Ford Expedition inspector vehicle (unanimous)
• Continued consideration of educational stipend (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 18:55 (unanimous)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee will hold a special meeting on Dec. 16, 2025. The only item of business is a vote on the GATA grant report. No other actions or discussions are listed.

• Vote on the GATA grant report

The Milford Government Access Television Committee reviewed the grant report for a $22,500 funding from the Cable Advisory Council. Chairwoman Servas outlined the proposed allocation of the funds, including labor, supplies, a two‑year Cablecast subscription, software, maintenance, and equipment. A motion to accept the expenditure plan was made by Member Thomas, seconded by Member Smith, and passed unanimously. The grant report will be submitted to the city for budget allocation.

• Accepted $22,500 grant expenditure plan (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will approve minutes from the September 15 and November 17, 2025 meetings and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule. It will also consider a request for a two‑month unpaid leave for an employee, hear a report from the Human Resources Director, and review an open jobs report.

• Approval of minutes for September 15, 2025 and November 17, 2025 meetings
• Approval of 2026 meeting schedule
• Consideration of a two‑month unpaid leave request for an employee
• Report of Human Resources Director
• Open jobs report

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 15 and November 17, 2025 meetings. It also approved the schedule for the 2026 Civil Service Commission meetings. The commission approved a three‑month unpaid leave of absence for a city employee. The meeting was adjourned at 5:14 p.m.

• Approved September 15 and November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Civil Service Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved three‑month unpaid leave of absence for city employee (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:14 p.m. (unanimous)

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2025, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The committee will consider a water company agreement and its inspection invoice, and evaluate the price proposal for SK-1 and potential additions. It will also review materials testing, receive a project update from Don, and address purchase requisitions.

• Water company agreement and inspection invoice
• Price proposal for SK-1 and potential additions
• Materials testing
• Project update from Don
• Purchase requisitions

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2025, to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for a shed at 67 High Street. The meeting will include a public hearing and review of committee reports.

• Consideration of Certificate of Appropriateness for shed at 67 High Street
• Review of Special Meeting minutes from July 17, 2025
• Unfinished Business: Updated property list and Attorney Berchem's advice on AirBnBs
• Clerk/Treasurer’s Report
• Chair’s Report including Correspondence

The Milford Historic District Commission approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for a 12 × 16 ft shed at 67 High Street. The commission also approved the July 17, 2025 special‑meeting minutes, the Treasurer’s Report, and moved to adjourn. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for shed at 67 High Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 17, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report showing $8,483.19 balance (unanimous)
• Motion to close public hearing carried unanimously
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried unanimously

Golf Course Commission

The Milford Golf Course Commission will review minutes from the November 12 meeting, hear reports from several committees, discuss unfinished business on the pavilion, and consider new items including the 2026 schedule, stump removal, and a contract amendment. Decisions will be made on the schedule and contract amendment, while other items are for discussion.

• Approval of minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting
• Unfinished business: pavilion
• 2026 schedule planning
• Stump removal request
• Contract amendment consideration

The Golf Commission approved several financial items, including a $1,200 payment to JAS Irrigation and a $167,869.69 payment to Falco for the irrigation project. It also adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, a $1,500 budget for stump removal, and an increase of the NE Golf agreement to $73,000. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Nov 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,200 payment to JAS Irrigation (unanimous)
• Approved $167,869.69 payment to Falco for irrigation (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Golf Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 budget for stump removal (unanimous)
• Approved increase of NE Golf agreement to $73,000 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will convene a special meeting to conduct a residency hearing orientation presented by Attorney Herbert Rosen. No other agenda items are listed.

• Residency Hearing Orientation – Attorney Herbert Rosen

Board of Education

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to conduct a residency hearing. The body will meet in executive session before reconvening to issue a determination.

• Residency hearing and determination

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board will meet for a special session to conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and does not list specific proposals or decisions for this meeting.

The Energy Advisory Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 PM. The motion was made by Chair Brandon Mark and seconded by Phil Brewer and was approved unanimously. No other business, approvals, or proposals were recorded.

• Adjournment motion approved unanimously

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board will consider the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting and set the 2026 meeting dates (second Tuesday of each month). The primary focus is discussion of drainage and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects at several locations, including Point Beach, Milford Point Road, and Morningside Road. Additional items include public participation and any new business that may be added with a two‑thirds vote.

• Drainage projects at Point Beach, including the Pelham Street public access stair project
• Drainage improvements on Milford Point Road
• Revetment work on Morningside Road
• Drainage work for Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area
• Stormwater drainage outfalls from Viscount Dr./Walnut Beach to 6th Ave

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the 2026 meeting dates after a motion by Vice Chairman Casey and a second by Board Member Bach, with a unanimous vote. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. Chairman Bevilacqua noted this was his final board meeting.

• Adopt 2026 meeting dates – unanimous
• Adopt October 14, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous

Animal Shelter Commission

The Milford Animal Shelter Commission will meet to approve minutes and receive reports on state inspections and a food drive. The agenda includes several fundraising initiatives, including a 'Faces of Rescue' calendar and events with Tribus Brewery.

• Approval of November 10, 2025 minutes
• State Inspection report
• Amity Chamber of Commerce food drive
• Website fundraising for medical needs
• 'Faces of Rescue' calendar fundraiser

The Animal Shelter Commission approved $14,000 from the Other Med Fees and Services account to cover November 2025 veterinary bills, with a unanimous vote. The meeting minutes from 11/10/25 were also approved unanimously. The warden’s monthly report received unanimous approval. No other motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved meeting minutes (11/10/25) – unanimous
• Approved warden’s monthly report – unanimous
• Approved $14,000 from Account 534133 for November 2025 veterinary bills – unanimous
• Approved one month of veterinary funds as requested – unanimous

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will conduct a first reading of the proposed 2026‑2027 academic calendar. It will also consider a schedule for 2026 Board meetings, review talent‑management, disbursement and facilities updates, and approve minutes from recent meetings. Public comment will be limited to three‑minute statements.

• First reading of the proposed 2026‑2027 academic calendar (Dr. Anna Cutaia)
• Action request on the 2026 Board of Education meeting schedule (Dr. Cutaia)
• Talent Management and Development report (Ms. Wendy Kopazna)
• Disbursement report (Mr. Sean Brennan)
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from November 10, November 24 (two meetings) and November 24 orientation meeting

The board approved the first reading of two proposed 2026‑2027 academic calendars, noting a preference for a mid‑April spring recess and requesting corrections before a second reading. The board also unanimously approved the 2026 Board of Education meeting schedule, the consent‑agenda items including the November 10, 2025 business‑meeting minutes, and the amended November 24, 2025 special meetings. Motions to add new business, to adjourn to an executive session, and to reconvene and adjourn the meeting were all adopted without objection.

• Approved first reading of 2026‑2027 Academic Calendar proposals (motion passed)
• Approved 2026 Board of Education Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items, including November 10, 2025 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved as amended November 24, 2025 Special Organizational and Orientation Meetings (unanimous)
• Approved the December 8, 2025 Business Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to add new business to agenda adopted (no opposition)
• Adjourned to executive session for superintendent’s mid‑year update (no objection)
• Reconvened and adjourned the meeting (no objection)

Police Commission

The Police Commission unanimously approved the site‑plan review for a two‑unit multi‑family townhouse at 475 New Haven Avenue. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting and accepted four departmental reports. Commendations were presented to a civilian rescuer and two officers for life‑saving actions. The meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved minutes of November 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan review for 2‑unit townhouse at 475 New Haven Ave (unanimous)
• Accepted Special Investigations Unit Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Detective Bureau Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Community Engagement Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Traffic Division and Licensing Unit Report (unanimous)
• Awarded Civilian Commendation to Patrick Smith for water rescue
• Awarded Certificate of Commendation to Officers W. Ospina and Joanna Salati for overdose response

Council on Aging

The council approved a Community Access Membership category limited to ten participants and a veteran membership with a $15 annual fee. The personnel committee’s recommendation to increase the food‑bank coordinator’s hours from 25 to 30 was also approved. The treasurer’s report was referred to the finance committee for further review.

• Approved Community Access Membership with ten‑person limit (motion prevailed)
• Approved veteran membership at $15 annual fee (motion prevailed)
• Approved increase of food‑bank coordinator hours from 25 to 30 (motion prevailed)
• Referred Treasurer’s Report to Finance Committee (motion prevailed)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission will hold a regular meeting to review reports and conduct general business. The agenda consists of procedural items and standing reports.

• Golf Course Report
• Bench Dedication Program

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting, with the motion carried unanimously. No new business or proposals were acted upon. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted unanimously to issue a jurisdictional ruling for pre‑application IW‑25‑0068 (44 Settlers Ridge Rd.) covering an in‑ground pool and shed. No action was taken on the Wheelers Farm Road mixed‑use redevelopment (IW‑25‑0054) or the Garden Homes 76‑unit project (IW‑25‑0061). The minutes of the 11/19/2025 meeting were approved with one abstention, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Jurisdictional ruling issued for IW‑25‑0068 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• No action taken on IW‑25‑0054 Wheelers Farm Road redevelopment
• No action taken on IW‑25‑0061 Garden Homes 76‑unit development
• Minutes of 11/19/2025 approved (Valvo abstained)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous roll‑call vote)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board is reviewing documents and plans for four specific addresses. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from previous sessions.

• Review of plans for 40 Broad Street
• Review of plans for 5 Dixon Street
• Review of plans for 16 Caroline Street
• Review of plans for 852 Boston Post Road
• Approval of minutes from 11.18.2025

The board unanimously approved a referral under CGS Section 8-24 for the 40 Broad Street easement that will provide eight public parking spaces. It also unanimously approved the Schmitts’ petition to adjust the lot line and relocate the zone boundary at 5 Dixon Street, effective Dec. 26, 2025, and closed the public hearing on that matter. The board approved, with an amendment to follow the City Engineer’s recommendations, a special permit and coastal area site plan for 16 Caroline Street. Finally, the board approved a special permit with site‑plan conditions—including a full‑front sidewalk, concrete curbing, and a van‑accessible space—for 852 Boston Post Road, and also approved the prior meeting’s minutes and adjourned.

• Approved referral for 40 Broad Street easement (unanimous)
• Approved lot line adjustment and zone boundary relocation for 5 Dixon Street (effective 12/26/2025, unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for 5 Dixon Street petition (unanimous)
• Approved special permit with coastal area site plan for 16 Caroline Street, amended to follow City Engineer’s letter (unanimous)
• Approved special permit with site‑plan conditions for 852 Boston Post Road (sidewalk, concrete curbing, van‑accessible space) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 11/18/25 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee (MGAT) special meeting on Dec 2, 2025 will discuss the FY 2026‑27 budget update. The committee will also hold a vote to select its leadership. No other business items are listed.

• Budget 2026‑27 update discussion
• Vote on MGAT committee leadership

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen will consider several approvals, including the appointment of Sonia Bannon to fill a vacant third‑district seat. The board will vote on a contract with Constellation New Energy for electricity supply to the city. Additional items include a community rating system progress report, a request to apply for a state cybersecurity grant, and a review of refunds totaling $57,003.06.

• Appointment of Sonia Bannon, 65 Sixth Avenue, to complete the unexpired term of Holly Mulrenan (Third District)
• Approval of the Electricity Supply Agreement with Constellation New Energy, Inc.
• Approval of the City of Milford Community Rating System (CRS) Annual Progress Report
• Authorization to apply for and accept the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Consideration of refunds in the amount of $57,003.06

The Board of Aldermen approved the appointment of Sonia Bannon to complete the unexpired term for the Third District. It also approved a four‑year fixed‑rate electricity supply contract with Constellation NewEnergy, Inc., authorized $57,003.06 in refunds, and forwarded an ordinance amendment on school vendor safety to the full board. Minutes from prior meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Sonia Bannon, 65 Sixth Avenue, to the Third District Alderman seat (unanimous)
• Approved Contract and Disclosure Statement Summary Electricity Supply Agreement – Fixed Rate Plan with Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved refunds totaling $57,003.06 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 17, Section 17-32 on school vendor safety (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 6, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2025 special organizational meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to reflect inquiry about ongoing projects (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Ordinance Committee will hold a special meeting and public hearing to discuss an amendment to the Milford Code of Ordinances. The proposal concerns regulations and restrictions for peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant vendors.

• Proposed amendment to Section 17-32 regarding Vending Regulations and Restrictions

The Ordinance Committee held a special meeting and public hearing on Dec. 1, 2025. No speakers testified for or against the ordinance. The committee voted unanimously to forward the amendment to Chapter 17, concerning vendor restrictions at school events, to the full Board of Aldermen. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Forwarded Ordinance Amending Chapter 17 on vendor restrictions to full Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission will hold a special Zoom meeting on November 30, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Commissioners will conduct roll call, discuss reorganization of the board, and consider the appointment of a Deputy Chief. The meeting will end with adjournment.

• Reorganization of the Board of Police Commissioners
• Consideration of appointment of Deputy Chief

The Police Commission approved Chief Mello's recommendation and appointed Stephan Torquati as Deputy Chief with a unanimous vote. The board noted that its reorganization will be addressed at a future meeting. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that also passed unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Stephan Torquati as Deputy Chief (unanimous)
• Board reorganization scheduled for a future meeting (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (unanimous)

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Tudor Road Building Committee will hold a special meeting to review funding updates and approve additional architectural services for the project. The meeting will be held at the Boys and Girls Club of Milford.

• Review of funding updates
• Approval of additional architectural services
• Meeting at Boys and Girls Club of Milford (59 Devonshire Road)

The Tudor Road Building Committee updated its funding sources, noting a private foundation grant, $3.6 M from CDS, and $1,067,985.89 remaining ARPA funds toward a $6.5 M project. The committee discussed pending contracts and scheduled meetings with city staff and the mayor to align the project with city goals.

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee’s regular meeting on November 25, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. A special meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will hold a special meeting to elect a chair and announce a majority leader. The session is scheduled for November 24, 2025, at the Parsons Government Complex.

• Election of Board Chair
• Announcement of Majority Leader
• Meeting at Parsons Government Complex

The Board unanimously voted 10‑0 to elect Susan Glennon as Board Chair. The Board also confirmed Meghan Doyle as the Majority Leader. The meeting was adjourned at 6:22 p.m.

• Elected Susan Glennon as Board Chair (10-0 unanimous)
• Designated Meghan Doyle as Majority Leader (confirmed)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will hold a special meeting to conduct a legal orientation and an overview of the school district's major divisions. The session is scheduled for November 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Parsons Government Complex.

• Legal orientation workshop with Attorney Floyd Dugas
• Overview of major divisions in Milford Public Schools
• Presentation by Dr. Anna M. Cutaia and other administrators

The Milford Board of Education met in a special session on November 24, 2025. The meeting included a legal orientation workshop and an overview of the instructional and operational divisions of Milford Public Schools. No substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 9:19 p.m.

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Milford Public Works Committee will meet on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in person at Public Works, 83 Ford Street. The agenda lists roll call, approval of the previous meeting’s minutes, and time for new and old business, but no specific items are detailed. Residents may call the Board of Aldermen’s office if they cannot attend, and individuals with disabilities can request assistance in advance.

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for November 24, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will not meet on its regularly scheduled meeting night of November 24, 2025. The body will resume its routine meeting schedule in December 2025.

Harbor Management Commission

The regular Harbor Management Commission meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be considered or decided at this time. Residents should await notice of any rescheduled meeting.

Pension & Retirement Board

The board will review pension applications, withdrawals, and new entries for city and police employees. The meeting includes the review of several professional service invoices and reports from investment advisors.

• Pension requests for John M. Kranyak, Kevin M. Macharelli, Marybeth Salvato, and Robert J. Weymer
• Withdrawals and refunds for Patrick Musante, Henry Spellman Schott, and Lisa M. Vincent
• Invoice for Shipman & Goodwin for $47,474.50 regarding Disability Pension Tax Treatment
• Invoice for Sprott for $48,107.86
• Invoice for Boyd Watterson for $14,233.00

The Pension & Retirement Board unanimously approved four normal retirement pensions for police and BOE employees. It also approved three withdrawal‑refund requests for former employees. Six vendor invoices totaling over $120,000 were authorized for payment. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved pension for John M. Kranyak – $52,313.09 annual (unanimous)
• Approved pension for Kevin M. Macharelli – $57,093.69 annual (unanimous)
• Approved pension for Marybeth Salvato – $23,172.71 annual (unanimous)
• Approved pension for Robert J. Weymer – $72,770.67 annual (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal refund for Patrick Musante – $18,284.05 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal refund for Henry Spellman Schott – $25,240.92 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal refund for Lisa M. Vincent – $7,399.73 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Sprott – $48,107.86 (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Milford Sewer Commission will hear brief citizen comments, consider an application for a six‑unit town‑house development at 475 New Haven Avenue, and receive updates from the consulting engineer, wastewater report, and inflow/infiltration study. The commission will also address old and new business items and vote on meeting minutes, approve payments for the Wastewater Division and the Sewer Commission, and set dates for 2026 meetings.

• Application for 475 New Haven Ave – six‑unit town houses
• Consulting Engineer’s Report – Weston & Sampson
• Wastewater Report
• Inflow/Infiltration Update
• Approval of payments for Wastewater Division and Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission unanimously approved the application to demolish a vacant restaurant at 475 New Haven Ave and build six townhouses. It also approved Wastewater Division payments of $311,592.09 and Sewer Commission payments of $77,636.72. The commission set the 2026 meeting dates for March, June, September, and December. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved 475 New Haven Ave 6-unit townhouse application (unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater Division payments $311,592.09 (unanimous)
• Approved Sewer Commission payments $77,636.72 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates: March, June, September, December (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Board

The Board of Directors will receive a presentation from Reference Librarian Diana Preece and review reports from the Policy and Buildings & Grounds committees. The meeting includes a discussion on the Founder’s Walk Phase 2 project and an inquiry into how construction will impact the library.

• Public presentation by Diana Preece, Reference Librarian
• Committee report on Founder’s Walk – Phase 2
• Report on how construction will impact the library
• Review of the organizational chart
• Distribution of the Anti-Stalking Law to the Board

The board approved the minutes from the October 15, 2025 meeting. No policy or budget resolutions were adopted. Members were assigned specific follow‑up actions, including confirming a December public presentation and sending updated project lists. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Motion to accept October 15 minutes passed (unanimous)
• Ms. Creedon assigned to confirm December public presentation
• Ms. Kemp assigned to email the updated punch list
• Mr. Brill assigned to send the MPL organizational chart
• Mr. Brill assigned to send a breakdown of requested budget line‑item increases
• Mr. Brill assigned to send a list of new LoT purchases
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency reviewed the IW-25-0054 proposal for mixed‑use redevelopment at 470‑488 Wheelers Farm Road. Members examined site plans, drainage, storm‑water and wetland mitigation details and set a deadline of 12/05/25 to complete the agency’s review. No formal vote or decision was recorded at this meeting.

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board is reviewing documents and plans for three specific properties. The meeting includes the review of minutes from the November 5, 2025, session.

• Review of plans for 9 South Street
• Review of plans for 5-21 Pond Point Ave
• Review of plans for 589 Bridgeport Ave
• Approval of minutes from November 5, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Board voted to approve Alex Tumeniuk's petition for a site plan with a Conditional Use Authorization (CAM) for a single‑family dwelling at 9 South Street. The motion was moved by Mr. Satti, seconded by Ms. Agnese, and passed unanimously. Staff confirmed no bond is required for the project.

• Approved site plan with CAM for 9 South St single‑family dwelling (unanimous)

Milford Department of Human Services

The Human Services Board of Directors will meet via teleconference. The agenda consists of procedural items, including the approval of September 16, 2025, minutes and a Director's report.

• Approval of September 16, 2025, minutes
• Director's Report

The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It adopted four future meeting dates for 2026 (Feb 17, May 19, Sept 15, Nov 17). No other substantive actions were taken before the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by B. Genovese, seconded by A. Grant)
• Adopted 2026 meeting dates: Feb 17, May 19, Sept 15, Nov 17 (motion by B. Genovese, seconded by A. Grant)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership board will accept the October 2025 disbursements and approve the accrued payables for November 2025. They will also adopt the minutes from the October 2025 regular meeting and hear a brief report from the Executive Director. No unfinished or new business is scheduled, and the meeting will include a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Accept Disbursements – October 2025
• Approve Accrued Payables – November 2025
• Adopt Minutes – Regular Meeting of October 2025
• Report of Executive Director
• Public Time – maximum three (3) minutes per person

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a resolution to advance up to $122,295 from the General Fund to cover salary and fringe benefits for the Community Development Block Grant Coordinator. The advance is intended to bridge a funding gap caused by a federal government shutdown before grant funds are received for program year 2025-2026. If approved, the Finance Director will be authorized to make the advance, and the grant monies will be used to repay the General Fund.

• Resolution to advance up to $122,295 from the General Fund for the salary and fringe benefits of the Community Development Block Grant Coordinator

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen will hold a special organizational meeting to elect a chairman, appoint committee leaders, and adopt proposed rules of order for the 2025-2027 term.

• Election of Board of Aldermen Chairman
• Appointment of Aldermanic Standing Committee leaders
• Adoption of proposed Board of Aldermen Rules of Order for 2025-2027
• Appointment of Aldermanic Liaison Assignments
• Appointment of Special Committees

The Board unanimously elected Phil Vetro as Chairman and named Aid. Pacelli as Majority Leader and Aid. W. Smith, III as Minority Leader. The Board adopted the 2025/2026 Rules of Order without opposition and appointed temporary chairs for all standing committees, then elected their chairs and vice‑chairs. Liaison assignments to city boards and a Permanent School Facilities Building Committee were also approved.

• Elected Phil Vetro as Chairman of the Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Appointed Aid. Pacelli as Majority Leader and Aid. W. Smith, III as Minority Leader
• Adopted Board of Aldermen Rules of Order for 2025/2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed temporary chairs for six standing committees (Ordinance, Public Works, Claims, Rules, Public Safety & Welfare, Personnel)
• Elected chairs and vice‑chairs of each standing committee (unanimous)
• Assigned liaison members to multiple city boards and commissions
• Appointed members to the Permanent School Facilities Building Committee
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission will approve the minutes from its September 16, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will receive a report from the Chair and a report from the Open Space Director. The agenda includes discussion of old business and new business items. No specific actions or decisions beyond routine approvals are listed.

• Approval of minutes from 9-16-25
• Chair’s report (CACIWC)
• Open Space Director’s report
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

The commission approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The December 2025 meeting was cancelled. The commission adjourned at 6:59 p.m. after a motion passed with no abstentions.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Cancelled December 2025 Conservation Commission meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 6:59 p.m. (motion passed, no abstentions)

Board of Health

The Milford Board of Health will vote on approving the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It will also receive reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, and Community Health divisions, followed by the Director’s Report. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of 10/21/2025 meeting minutes
• Environmental Division report
• Nursing Division report
• Emergency Preparedness report
• Community Health Division report

The Milford Board of Health unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. The Board then unanimously adjourned the November 18, 2025 meeting. No other motions or votes were recorded. Reports on environmental health, nursing, emergency preparedness, and community health were presented but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates and new business. The primary item for consideration is an educational stipend.

• Consideration for Educational Stipend

The commission accepted the October 21 meeting minutes. It approved Local 944 to conduct its annual Toys for Tots fund and toy solicitation. The board voted to table the consideration of educational stipends for several firefighters until the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Granted Local 944 permission for annual Toys for Tots solicitation (unanimous)
• Tabled educational stipend considerations for four firefighters (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Milford Civil Service Commission will discuss a request to hire a Public Health Nurse at a step beyond the minimum. No other new business items are listed. The meeting includes standard procedural items and a possible executive session governed by a two-thirds vote.

• Consider request to hire Public Health Nurse at step beyond minimum

The commission voted to hire the selected candidate for the vacant 10‑month Public Health Nurse position at Step 4. The motion was made by T. Holland, seconded by H. Healey, and all members voted in favor. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved hiring of Public Health Nurse (10‑month) at Step 4 – unanimous
• Approved motion to adjourn – unanimous

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The Milford Historic Preservation Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026, review minutes from its May 19, 2025 meeting, and discuss old business such as outreach efforts and the Stowe Barn status. New business includes approving the 2026 meeting calendar and a budget request for fiscal year 2026‑27. The commission will also consider payment requisitions before adjourning.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Review and approval of minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting
• Budget request for fiscal year 2026‑27
• Review and approval of the 2026 meeting schedule/calendar
• Consideration of payment requisitions

The commission unanimously elected Bill Silver as chairman and Michele Kramer as vice chair for 2026. The corrected minutes of the May 19, 2025 meeting were accepted after revisions. The 2026 meeting calendar was approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Bill Silver elected chairman (unanimous)
• Michele Kramer elected vice chair (unanimous)
• Corrected minutes of May 19, 2025 accepted (unanimous)
• 2026 meeting schedule approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission will meet on November 13, 2025 at the Fowler Building, 45 New Haven Ave. The agenda includes a review of the previous meeting’s minutes, a debrief of the recent parade and wreath‑laying, and discussion of future Jeep music and Pearl Harbor Day commemorations. The commission will also consider remarks on the World War II memorial and address any old or new business items. The meeting will conclude with a good‑of‑the‑order and closing.

• Debrief the Parade and wreath‑laying
• Discuss Jeep music for future events
• Pearl Harbor Day discussion (84 years)
• World War II memorial remarks
• Review old and new business items

The commission voted to accept the October minutes, with all members in favor. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2026.

• Accepted October minutes (unanimous)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The regular meeting of the South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM was cancelled. No COA application was submitted for consideration.

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Commission will hold a regular meeting to review committee reports and management updates. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding the pavilion.

• Review of October 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Reports from Building and Grounds, Financial, League Liaisons, Irrigation Building, and Mini Golf committees
• Discussion of the pavilion
• Management report on rounds from Robert McNeil

The commission approved the minutes of the October 8, 2025 regular meeting by a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Milford Energy Advisory Board will meet on Nov 11, 2025 at Phil’s House to conduct its regular business. The agenda includes approval of the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes, a chairperson report, and discussion of old and new business items. The meeting also provides time for public comment, member discussion, and adjournment.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 10/14/25 regular meeting
• Chairperson report
• Public comment period
• Discussion of old business
• Discussion of new business

Animal Shelter Commission

The Milford Animal Shelter Commission will meet on Monday, November 10, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. in Conference Room C, 70 West River Street. The commission will consider new business items, including hiring a temporary/seasonal trainer, dog handler, or dog walker and confirming the 2026 meeting calendar. It will also review old business items such as a website fundraising QR code for animal medical needs, the “Faces of Rescue” calendar fundraiser, and a Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser. No specific budget or contract amounts are listed.

• Consider hiring a temporary/seasonal trainer, dog handler, or dog walker
• Confirm the 2026 meeting calendar
• Discuss website fundraising QR code for animal medical needs
• Review “Faces of Rescue” calendar fundraiser (pictures and production date)
• Review Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser

The commission unanimously approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the warden’s monthly report. They also approved moving $616 from the Unallocated Contingency fund to Promotional Expenses. Two motions to enter executive session at 6:05 pm and 6:24 pm were approved unanimously. The board agreed to keep Monday meetings in 2026, with the October meeting shifted to Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026.

• Approved November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warden’s monthly report (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $616 from Unallocated Contingency to Promotional Expenses (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session at 6:05 pm (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session at 6:24 pm (unanimous)
• Decided 2026 meeting schedule: continue Monday meetings, with October meeting on Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026 (consensus)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will consider several action items, including approval of the working agreement with the Milford Education Association for 2026‑2029 and approval of salaries for non‑certified, non‑union employees. The board will also hear reports on instructional progress, a McKinney‑Vento grant request, and a second reading of board policies. A consent agenda will cover minutes from the October 13 and October 27, 2025 meetings. Public comment is limited to three minutes and will not include two‑way dialogue.

• Approval of the Working Agreement between the Board of Education and the Milford Education Association (Sept 1 2026 – Aug 31 2029) – action requested
• Approval of salaries for non‑certified/non‑union employees – action requested
• McKinney‑Vento Grant request – action requested
• Second reading of board policies (items 5131.81, 6141.323, 6165) – action requested
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from Oct 13 2025 and Oct 27 2025 meetings

The Milford Board of Education unanimously approved a three‑year working agreement with the Milford Education Association. It also approved a $25,000 state grant for the 2025‑2026 fiscal year and adopted four revised policies covering student devices, internet use, service production, and professional learning. Consent agenda minutes and a summary of summer building projects were approved as well. A motion to allocate $227,637 for non‑union employee salary increases was presented but not recorded as approved.

• Approved working agreement with Milford Education Association (Sept 1 2026‑Aug 31 2029) – unanimous
• Approved $25,000 Connecticut State Department of Education grant for FY 2025‑2026 – unanimous
• Approved revised Policy P‑5131.81 Private Technology Devices by Students – unanimous
• Approved revised Policy P‑6141.323 Internet Acceptable Use: Filtering – unanimous
• Approved revised Policy P‑5165 Student Production of Services and Materials – unanimous
• Approved revised Policy P‑4131 Professional Learning – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda items (October 13 and 27, 2025 minutes) – unanimous
• Approved summer building and grounds projects overview – unanimous

Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners will review planning and zoning requests for two properties on Boston Post Rd. The commission will also receive reports from various police units and issue service commendations.

• Special Permit for Mixed Use Building at 852 Boston Post Rd.
• Zone Change/Site Plan for Shopping Plaza at 990-1052 Boston Post Rd.
• Meritorious Service Medals for Off. Aaron Norowski and Off. Michael Ross
• Unit Citation for Sgt. D. Youd, Sgt. R. Mahoney, and Off. P. Murray
• Executive session regarding department employee appointment, performance, or dismissal

The Police Commission unanimously approved the minutes of the October 14, 2025 meeting, accepted the Traffic Division’s recommendation for a special permit for a mixed‑use building at 852 Boston Post Rd, and approved the zone change/site plan for the shopping plaza at 990‑1052 Boston Post Rd. The commission also accepted reports from the Special Investigations Unit, Detective Bureau, Crime Prevention Unit, and Traffic Division and Licensing Unit, presented commendations for officers, and adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m.

• Approved minutes of Oct 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for mixed‑use building at 852 Boston Post Rd (unanimous)
• Approved zone change/site plan for shopping plaza at 990‑1052 Boston Post Rd (unanimous)
• Accepted Special Investigations Unit Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Detective Bureau Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Crime Prevention Unit Report (unanimous)
• Accepted Traffic Division and Licensing Unit Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:11 p.m. (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Milford Council on Aging Board will hold its November 10 meeting to receive regular reports, including the Chairman’s and Treasurer’s reports and finance and personnel committee updates. In new business, the Board will review a request from the Milford Food Bank coordinator to change temporary hours to permanent, examine a budget packet forwarded to the finance committee, and hear a presentation on new membership levels. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Request to change Milford Food Bank coordinator hours from temporary to permanent
• Review of budget packet (refer to finance committee)
• Presentation on new membership levels
• Finance committee report
• Personnel committee report

The council approved the meeting agenda and the October 14 minutes. The Treasurer’s report was referred to the Finance Committee. The request to change the food‑bank coordinator’s hours and the budget packet were each referred to the appropriate committees. Discussion of new membership levels was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved agenda with no changes (motion prevailed)
• Approved October 14 minutes (motion prevailed)
• Referred Treasurer’s report to Finance Committee (motion prevailed)
• Referred temporary change of food‑bank coordinator hours to Personnel and Finance Committees (motion prevailed)
• Referred budget packet to Finance Committee (motion prevailed)
• Tabled new membership levels discussion until December meeting (motion prevailed)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:14 p.m. (motion prevailed)

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen reviewed minutes, heard public comments, and approved refunds of $70,573.12. It adopted ordinances adjusting compensation for the Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief, and for the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefs. The board also passed a resolution renaming the Academy Baseball Field to American Legion Field and approved DHS grant resolutions and cash advances for firefighters.

• Ordinance amending compensation for Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief (12a-1)
• Ordinance establishing compensation for Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefs (12a-2)
• Refunds approved in the amount of $70,573.12
• Resolution renaming Academy Baseball Field to American Legion Field
• Resolution and cash advance for U.S. Department of Homeland Security Grant FY 2024 Assistance to Firefighters

The Board voted 13‑1 to approve an agreement with Samsara for a citywide GPS system. It also unanimously approved a renewal agreement with Axon Corporation, refunds of $26,135.89, and a suspense‑list allocation of $318,980.82. The minutes of the October 6, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved Samsara GPS agreement (13 in favor, 1 against)
• Approved Axon Corporation agreement (unanimously)
• Approved refunds of $26,135.89 (unanimously)
• Approved suspense list of $318,980.82 (unanimously)
• Approved minutes of the October 6, 2025 meeting (unanimously)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Ordinance Committee of the Board of Aldermen will hold a special meeting and public hearing. The body will consider an ordinance amending regulations for peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant vendors.

• Proposed amendment to Chapter 17, Section 17-32 regarding street sales of certain commodities

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board will consider the documents and plans for 294 High Street, labeled as the 8‑30G project. The agenda also includes review of actions taken and minutes from the November 5 and October 21, 2025 meetings, as well as a draft calendar for 2026 PZ Board meetings. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of 294 High Street – 8‑30G documents and plans
• Review of actions taken (11/05/25)
• Review of minutes from the 11/05/25 PZ Board meeting
• Review of minutes from the 10/21/25 PZ Board meeting
• Review of draft 2026 PZ Board meeting calendar

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved the 2026 meeting calendar. After a public hearing, the Board voted 6‑1 to approve the site‑plan petition for an 8‑30g, nine‑unit development at 294 High Street. The minutes from the October 21 meeting were also approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 2026 PZ Board meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan petition for 9‑unit 8‑30g development at 294 High Street (6‑1)
• Approved minutes of 10/21/25 meeting

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Park, Beach & Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting to review the October 1, 2025 minutes, receive reports on the golf course, bench dedication program, and commissioners’ ideas, and discuss unfinished business concerning non-resident fees. New business may be introduced if a two‑thirds vote is passed.

• Review October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Golf course report
• Bench dedication program report
• Discussion of non-resident fees
• Potential introduction of new business items

The commission approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also passed a unanimous motion giving Director Garfield and recreation program supervisors the authority to adjust non‑resident registration fees as they see fit, with a review planned in one year. No new business was taken up.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Granted Director Garfield and recreation supervisors autonomy to change non‑resident fees (unanimous)
• Approved replacement of twelve benches at Fort Trumbull (planned after winter)
• Approved $12,000 repairs at Bodie’s Place (parts ordered)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Park, Beach, and Recreation Commission will convene a special meeting on Nov 5, 2025 at 4 p.m. in Conference Room B of the Parsons Complex. The agenda consists of a call to order, a meet‑and‑greet between the commissioners and recreation department supervisors, and adjournment. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled.

• Call to Order
• Meet & Greet between Commissioners and Recreation Department Supervisors
• Adjournment

The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which was seconded and carried unanimously. No other substantive items were considered or decided.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency voted to approve application IW-25-0036 for 34 Buick Avenue with a list of conditions. The motion carried by roll‑call vote with Commissioner Bedecker abstaining. No action was taken on application IW-25-0054 for Wheelers Farm Road. The meeting included procedural guidelines and public‑comment statements but no other decisions.

• Approved IW-25-0036 (34 Buick Ave) with extensive conditions; motion carried, Bedecker abstained
• No action taken on IW-25-0054 (470‑488 Wheelers Farm Rd) – agency will request more information and schedule a public hearing
• Public hearing for IW-25-0036 closed on 10/15/25 as previously recorded

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will review minutes from its October 7 meeting and receive status reports on several school improvement projects, including additions at Pumpkin Delight Elementary and upgrades at Jonathan Law and Joseph A. Foran high schools. The committee will consider payment requisitions associated with the Pumpkin Delight addition, Jonathan Law high school improvements, and Joseph A. Foran high school improvements. Additional discussions will cover contract negotiations for an e‑sports arena, HVAC work, and partial roof replacement at various schools.

• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#2) for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition, renovations, and upgrades
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#4) for Jonathan Law High School technical education facility, equipment, and child learning center improvements
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#6) for Joseph A. Foran High School technical education facility and equipment upgrades
• Discussion of contract negotiation with Friar Architecture for E‑Sports Arena projects at Jonathan Law and Joseph A. Foran High Schools
• Discussion of contract negotiation with Silver Petrucelli Associates for HVAC/Ventilation/Boiler/Masonry improvements at various schools

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved a $10,000 payment to Nutmeg Companies and released the remaining retainage balance of $175,379.21 for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School renovations. The committee also approved a $4,535.60 payment to Innovative Engineering Services for commissioning services related to the same school. Both payment motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $10,000 payment to Nutmeg Companies (unanimous)
• Released retainage balance of $175,379.21 for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $4,535.60 payment to Innovative Engineering Services for commissioning services (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the October 7, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The committee will meet to review reports and address unfinished business regarding grants and policies. The body will also discuss the FY ’26 budget and the upcoming programming schedule.

• FY ’26 Budget
• Grant Projects
• MGAT Policies update
• Programming schedule for meetings, Thanksgiving games, and Tree Lighting

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to receive reports on school security and transportation. The board will conduct first readings of four updated policies. The meeting includes a period for public comment on agenda items.

• First reading of Policy 5131.81 regarding Personal Cell Phones
• First reading of Policy 6141.323 regarding Internet Safety/Filtering
• First reading of Policy 6165 regarding Student Production of Services & Materials
• First reading of Policy 4131 regarding Staff Development
• Athletic Program Annual Financial Report

The Board approved the meeting minutes and the annual transportation report for regular‑education students. A school security officer program was presented for future budget discussion. Four policies were introduced for first‑reading and will be revised before a later vote.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved transportation report (no vote tally recorded)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Public Works Committee will meet to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

The Public Works Committee approved the October 29 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee hired Rob Harrigan as Assistant Public Works Director and filled the Highway Foreman position with an outside candidate. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:15 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Hired Rob Harrigan as Assistant Public Works Director
• Filled Highway Foreman position with outside candidate
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Milford Board of Finance will not meet on its regularly scheduled night of October 27, 2025. The Board is scheduled to resume its routine meeting schedule in November 2025.

Sewer Commission

The Milford Sewer Commission will hear citizen comments, review a petition for a 76‑unit, 8‑30‑gallon development at 460 Bic Drive, and discuss a tabled Pumpkin Delight Pump Station item. The meeting includes a consulting engineer’s report on a sewer extension at 62 Long Island View Rd, updates on wastewater and inflow/infiltration, and votes on meeting minutes and payment approvals for the Wastewater Division and Sewer Commission.

• Application for 76‑unit, 8‑30‑gallon development at 460 Bic Drive
• Tabled item: Pumpkin Delight Pump Station
• Consulting engineer’s report: Sewer extension acceptance at 62 Long Island View Rd
• Vote to approve payments for the Wastewater Division
• Vote to approve payments for the Sewer Commission

The commission approved the application for a 76‑unit manufactured‑home project at 460 Bic Drive. It also approved design work to replace the Pumpkin Delight Pump Station, accepted the sewer extension at 62 Long Island View Road, and authorized payments of $15,442.93 for the Wastewater Division and $494,263.92 for the Sewer Commission. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved 460 Bic Drive 76‑unit manufactured‑home application (unanimously)
• Approved design work for replacing Pumpkin Delight Pump Station (unanimously)
• Accepted sewer extension to 62 Long Island View Road (unanimously)
• Approved Wastewater Division payments of $15,442.93 (unanimously)
• Approved Sewer Commission payments of $494,263.92 (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board is meeting to review documents and plans for two specific properties. The agenda includes the review of 8-30g applications for 294 High Street and 83 East Rutland Road.

• 8-30g application for 294 High Street
• 8-30g application for 83 East Rutland Road

The Planning & Zoning Board did not approve or deny the 294 High Street (9‑unit) or 83 East Rutland Road (20‑unit) applications. Both matters were continued to the next meeting for additional traffic information and public hearing. The public‑hearing period for the High Street project closes Nov 25, 2025, with a vote scheduled by Dec 26, 2025. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Continued 294 High Street site‑plan review to next meeting (Nov 5, 2025 via Zoom)
• Continued 83 East Rutland Road site‑plan review to next meeting
• Public‑hearing period for 294 High Street set to close Nov 25, 2025
• Board requested additional traffic study information before deciding

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership board will conduct roll call, adopt the September 2025 meeting minutes, accept September 2025 disbursements, approve accrued payables for October 2025, hear the Executive Director's report, and allocate up to three minutes per person for public comments. No unfinished or new business is scheduled.

• Accept Disbursements September 2025
• Approve Accrued Payables October 2025
• Report of Executive Director
• Public Time – max 3 minutes per commenter
• Adopt Minutes of September 2025 meeting

The board unanimously accepted the September 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the September disbursement and the October accrued payable disbursement, each with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Accepted September 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved disbursement of September 2025 funds (5-0)
• Approved disbursement of October 2025 accrued payables (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Milford Conservation Commission will open with a call to order and approve the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will hear the Chair’s report, which includes discussion of open space encroachment and questions about enforcement responsibility. The Open Space Director will give a report, and the commission will consider any old or new business before adjourning.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes (9-16-25)
• Chair’s Report on open space encroachment
• Open Space Director’s Report

Board of Health

The Milford Board of Health will consider approving the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The board will also receive reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, and Community Health divisions, as well as a Director’s Report. These items are scheduled for discussion during the public session.

• Approval of 9/16/2025 Minutes
• Environmental Division Report
• Nursing Division Report
• Emergency Preparedness Report
• Community Health Division Report

The Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting without dissent. The motion was made by P. Vasilas and seconded by C. Gonillo. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

Fire Commission

The Milford Fire Commission will meet to consider a discussion on educational stipend considerations. The board will also review new equipment and receive updates on personnel, safety liaison reports, and education and training. Additional items include the Chairman’s report and routine commission business.

• Discussion on educational stipend considerations (New Business)
• Review of new equipment (New Equipment)
• Personnel updates (Department Issues)
• Safety liaison report (Department Issues)
• Education & training updates (Department Issues)

The board voted to accept the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other actions were approved; a discussion on the educational incentive program took place but no vote was taken. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 19:41.

• Accepted September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 19:41 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025 has been canceled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Animal Shelter Commission

The Milford Animal Shelter Commission will approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting and hear reports from the chair, treasurer, subcommittees, warden, and department. It will discuss hiring a temporary or seasonal trainer, dog handler, and dog walker. The commission will also review old business items, including a possible website fundraising QR code, a "Faces of Rescue" calendar fundraiser, and a Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser.

• Approval of minutes from 9/8/25
• New Business: temporary/seasonal trainer, dog handler, and dog walker
• Old Business: website fundraising QR code proposal
• "Faces of Rescue" calendar fundraiser (tabled until fall)
• Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser

The commission unanimously approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes. The Warden’s monthly report was also approved unanimously. A fundraiser with Pop’s Restaurant was arranged for November 5, offering a 20% donation of checks that mention Milford Animal Control. The Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser was postponed until next year.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Warden’s monthly report (unanimous)
• Arranged Pop’s Restaurant fundraiser on Nov 5 (20% of checks donated)
• Tabled Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser until next year

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will review meeting minutes, committee reports, and correspondence. The body will also address old business regarding a state grant and memorial plaques, and new business concerning a Peddle Cruise event.

• Review of meeting minutes from September 18, 2025
• Standing Committee reports for Lisman Landing, Finance, and Harbor & Mooring
• Old Business: CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant
• Old Business: Memorial Plaques
• New Business: Peddle Cruise event

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board will review pension requests for two employees and withdrawals for six former employees. It will process three new entry applications and examine seven invoices ranging from $1,150.00 to $106,282.78. The board will also receive a financial statement for the year ended June 30, 2025 and a 30‑minute investment advisor report from Beirne Wealth Management.

• Pension requests for Margaret Mary Allan (BOE Food Service) and Tyrone Dancy (Police)
• Withdrawals and refunds for six individuals across Police, Public Works, BOE, Fire, and Nurses
• Three new entry applications for BOE IT, Public Works, and BOE Facilities
• Invoices including $106,282.78 from Beirne Wealth Management and $47,474.50 from Shipman & Goodwin
• Investment Advisor Report presented by Beirne Wealth Management

The Pension & Retirement Board approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes and set 2026 meeting dates. It accepted two retirement pension calculations and six withdrawal/refund requests, all unanimously. The board also authorized payments to several vendors and tabled one invoice pending further review.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved early retirement pension for Margaret Mary Allan, $6,897 annual (unanimous)
• Approved normal retirement pension for Tyrone Dancy, $67,982.04 annual (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Troy Anderson, $14,845.45 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Shawn Chevalier, $12,919.55 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Beirne Wealth Management, $106,282.78 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to GAMCO Asset Management, $48,178.00 (unanimous)
• Tabled Shipman & Goodwin invoice, $47,474.50 pending review (unanimous)

Library Board

The Milford Public Library Board will review and vote on new library policies. It will also discuss the Phase 2 implementation of the Founder's Walk project and provide updates on capital improvement projects. Additional reports include financial, director, and committee updates, and public presentations.

• Vote on new CSL policies
• Discuss Founder's Walk – Phase 2
• Review capital improvement project
• Financial report presentation
• Public presentations by library staff

The board accepted the September 17, 2025 minutes and unanimously approved five library policies. The Director Review Update was tabled. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to accept September 17 minutes passed (unanimous)
• Approved Library Material Review & Reconsideration Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Programming Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Display Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Collection Development & Maintenance Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials, Programs & Displays Policy (unanimous)
• Director Review Update tabled
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency continued the public hearing for application IW-25-0036, a 53‑unit building at 34 Buick Avenue. Commissioners and experts presented and debated technical aspects of stormwater, biofiltration, and construction impacts. No vote was taken and no approval or denial was recorded.

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee will meet on Oct. 15, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. The committee’s new business includes a discussion of its bylaws, copyright matters, and social‑media use. No decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Review of committee bylaws
• Discussion of copyright policy
• Discussion of social‑media guidelines

The committee clarified that MGAT recordings may be edited under fair use. It voted to remove the copyright notice from upcoming videos until legal guidance is received. The group will consult attorney John Berchem about its bylaws and will allow only announcements of upcoming meetings and events. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Remove copyright notice from upcoming videos (decided)
• Consult Attorney John Berchem regarding bylaws and practices (decided)
• Allow announcements limited to upcoming meetings and events (decided)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Milford Energy Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting on October 14, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes. The board will review a recommendation list previously sent to the Director of Public Works and discuss a Connecticut Mirror article about a solar project. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Review recommendation list sent to Director of Public Works
• Discuss CT Mirror article on solar project

The Energy Advisory Board approved the previous meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. Members decided to hold next month's meeting in person at Dr. Brewer’s house. No other business was taken up.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided next meeting will be in person at Mr. Brewer’s house

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission will discuss administrative matters, including auction proceeds of $3,141.00. It will review a site plan for a 76‑unit residential development at 460 Bic Drive. New business includes an accessible parking space at 51 Naugatuck Ave and a crosswalk request at Oxford Rd/Merwin Ave. An executive session will consider the performance of two officers.

• Auction proceeds from Annual Police Auction – $3,141.00
• Site Plan Review – 76‑unit residential development – 460 Bic Drive
• Accessible Parking space – 51 Naugatuck Ave (between Monroe and Broadway)
• Crosswalk Request – Oxford Rd/Merwin Ave
• Executive Session: consideration of performance of 2 officers

The Police Commission unanimously approved the Traffic Division's recommendation for the site‑plan review of an 86‑unit residential development at 460 Bic Drive. It also placed the $3,141.00 proceeds from the annual police auction into the Officer Wellness Donation Account and approved traffic‑related improvements at 51 Naugatuck Ave and Oxford Rd/Merwin Ave. All other motions, including acceptance of departmental reports and adjournment to executive session, were carried unanimously.

• Approved placement of $3,141.00 auction proceeds into Officer Wellness Donation Account (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Division recommendation for 86‑unit residential development site plan at 460 Bic Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Division recommendation for accessible parking space at 51 Naugatuck Ave (between Monroe and Broadway) (unanimous)
• Approved Traffic Division recommendation for crosswalk at Oxford Rd/Merwin Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the September 15, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Special Investigations Unit, Detective Bureau, Crime Prevention Unit, and Traffic Division & Licensing Unit reports (unanimous)
• Adjourned to Executive Session to consider performance of two officers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:28 p.m. (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The Milford Council on Aging Board will review old business items including grants updates for AoASCC and MUW and the status of a new 20‑passenger bus awaiting state reimbursement. New business will include a discussion on unhoused or displaced seniors and membership issues, as well as planning for a Thanksgiving Senior Luncheon. The meeting also includes routine reports and committee updates.

• Grants update – AoASCC & MUW
• New 20 Passenger Bus – registered and awaiting state reimbursement
• Discussion on unhoused/displaced seniors and membership
• Thanksgiving Senior Luncheon planning
• Finance and Personnel committee reports

The board approved a motion to amend the agenda, fixing Scribner’s errors and deleting items 4a, 7a, and 7b. It also approved a motion to amend the September 8 minutes to correct a Scribner’s error. The treasurer’s report was referred to the Finance Committee. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda amendment (fix errors, delete items 4a, 7a, 7b)
• Approved amendment to September 8 minutes (fix Scribner’s error)
• Approved referral of Treasurer’s report to Finance Committee
• Adjourned meeting

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The board will discuss the status of various drainage and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. These discussions focus on flood and erosion control across several specific locations in Milford.

• Pelham Street Public Access stair project
• Milford Point Road project
• Morningside Road Revetment
• Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area
• Wildemere/Walnut Beach, Bayview, and Laurel Ave projects

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the September 9, 2025 minutes without dissent. Members discussed updates on several drainage and erosion projects, including interest in creating walking platforms at outfall repairs. Chairman Bevilacqua announced he will step down from the board at the end of the year. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will meet on October 13, 2025 to consider several agenda items. The board will vote on the Working Agreement with the Milford Education Association covering September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2029. It will also conduct a second reading of the 2026‑2027 budget priorities and consider a Healthy Foods Certification motion revision, among other reports and policy readings. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker and the meeting will be streamed online.

• Approval of Working Agreement between Board of Education and Milford Education Association (Sept 1 2026‑Aug 31 2029) – action requested
• Second reading of 2026‑2027 Budget Priorities and Assumptions – action requested
• Healthy Foods Certification Motion Revision – action requested
• Policies for a Second Reading: Budget Administration, Student Records Confidentiality, Grading System, Library Display & Program – action requested
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from September 8, 2025; September 22, 2025; September 29, 2025; October 6, 2025 meetings

The board unanimously approved the 2026‑27 Budget Priorities and Assumptions presented by administration. It also unanimously approved a revision to the Healthy Foods Certification, confirming compliance with Connecticut Nutrition Standards for FY 2025‑26. The board unanimously adopted revised policies P‑3171.1 (Non‑Lapsing), P‑5125 (Student Records/Confidentiality), P‑6146.1 (Grading System), and P‑6161.14 (Library Display & Program). Consent agenda items for recent meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2026‑27 Budget Priorities and Assumptions (unanimous)
• Approved revision to Healthy Foods Certification (unanimous)
• Approved revised Policy P‑3171.1 Non‑Lapsing (unanimous)
• Approved revised Policy P‑5125 Student Records/Confidentiality (unanimous)
• Approved revised Policy P‑6146.1 Grading System (unanimous)
• Approved revised Policy P‑6161.14 Library Display & Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items for September 8, 2025, September 22, 2025, September 29, 2025, and October 6, 2025 meetings (unanimous)

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission will approve the minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting and receive a financial update. Commissioners will discuss a proposed tree walk at the Parsons Arboretum. The agenda also includes a slot for new business items, though no specific items are listed, and notes that there are no inter‑agency reviews.

• Approval of minutes from 9‑15‑2025
• Financial update
• Parsons Arboretum – Tree Walk discussion
• New Business (unspecified items)
• Inter‑Agency Reviews – None

The commission approved the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The tree ordinance was tabled for future consideration. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled tree ordinance (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission will review last month's minutes and discuss upcoming events, including the Veterans Day parade and a wreath‑laying ceremony. Members will consider candidates for Grand Marshal, naming Senior Master Chief Richard Ianucci and Marine Captain Hugo Raccuia. The commission will also work on invitations for the events, noting that Navy WWII veteran Roy Green should be invited.

• Review minutes from the previous meeting
• Discuss planning for the Veterans Day parade and wreath‑laying ceremony
• Select Grand Marshal for the parade (Senior Master Chief Richard Ianucci, Marine Captain Hugo Raccuia)
• Prepare invitations for parade and wreath‑laying, including Navy WWII veteran Roy Green

The commission accepted the September meeting minutes unanimously. Two Grand Marshals—Navy Senior Master Chief Richard Ianucci and Marine Corps Captain Hugo Raccuia—were selected for the November 9 Veterans Day Parade. The commission approved a request for a Naval Band performance at the Veteran’s Day celebration. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted September minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Navy Senior Master Chief Richard Ianucci as Grand Marshal
• Selected Marine Corps Captain Hugo Raccuia as Grand Marshal
• Approved request for Naval Band performance at Veteran’s Day celebration

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM was cancelled. No COA application was submitted, so no items were presented for decision or discussion. The cancellation notice was distributed to commission members and city officials.

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission will meet to review reports from the Building and Grounds, Financial, League Liaisons, Irrigation Building, and Mini Golf committees. The body will also discuss a new business item regarding the pavilion.

• Discussion of pavilion
• Financial report
• Irrigation Building Committee report
• Mini Golf report
• Management report on rounds by Robert McNeil

The commission unanimously approved the minutes of the September 10 regular meeting and the September 22 special meeting. No decision was made on the pavilion proposal; discussion of quotes and funding continued. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 10 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 22 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board will consider submitted documents and plans for properties at 9 Beach Avenue, 31 Cooper Avenue, 294 High Street (8‑30g), and 249 New Haven Avenue (8‑30g). The agenda also includes the minutes from the September 16, 2025 board meeting. No specific decisions are listed; the items appear to be for review and discussion.

• Review of documents and plans for 9 Beach Avenue
• Review of documents and plans for 31 Cooper Avenue
• Review of documents and plans for 294 High Street – 8‑30g
• Review of documents and plans for 249 New Haven Avenue – 8‑30g
• Consideration of minutes from the September 16, 2025 board meeting

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the Coastal Area Site Plan Review petitions for 9 Beach Ave and 31 Cooper Ave, each with conditions, by unanimous vote. It also approved a request to reschedule the public hearing for 294 High Street. The board approved the 4‑unit development at 249 New Haven Ave with conditions, passing the motion 7‑1.

• Approved 9 Beach Ave petition with conditions (8-0)
• Approved 31 Cooper Ave petition with conditions (8-0)
• Approved rescheduling request for 294 High Street hearing
• Approved 249 New Haven Ave 4‑unit development with conditions (7-1)

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee is holding a special meeting. The body will meet in executive session to select an architect for E-Sports Arena projects.

• Selection of architect for E-Sports Arena project at Jonathan Law High School
• Selection of architect for E-Sports Arena project at Joseph A. Foran High School

The committee approved the minutes from the October 1 special meeting. It adjourned to executive session to interview two architectural firms. The committee then unanimously selected Friar Architecture to design the E‑Sports arenas at Jonathan Law High School and Joseph A. Foran High School and authorized contract negotiations. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved minutes of Oct 1 special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session to interview architects (unanimous)
• Selected Friar Architecture for E‑Sports arena projects at Jonathan Law HS and Joseph A. Foran HS; authorized contract steps (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen will meet to approve the appointment of a new alderman, a contract with Samsara, and various resolutions regarding community projects and federal grants. The meeting will also include the consideration of a refund list and reports from various committees.

• Appointment of Antonia Lombardi to the Board of Aldermen
• Contract with Samsara
• Community Rating System (CRS) Annual Progress Report
• Resolution to rename Academy Baseball Field
• Refunds of $70,573.12

The Board voted 7‑against and 7‑in‑favor, causing the motion to appoint Antonia Lombardi to the vacant second‑district Alderman seat to fail. Several resolutions and grant items were approved unanimously, including the renaming of the Academy Baseball Field, DHS grant applications, cash advances, and a $70,573.12 refund. Ordinance amendments to adjust compensation for the Police Chief, Deputy Police Chief, Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefs were also approved unanimously, with an amendment setting the retroactive date to 10/7/24 passing unanimously.

• Appointment of Antonia Lombardi to 2nd District seat failed (7‑against, 7‑in‑favor)
• Resolution renaming Academy Baseball Field approved unanimously
• U.S. Department of Homeland Security Grant Application for FY 2024 approved unanimously
• Cash Advance for DHS Grant approved unanimously
• Refund of $70,573.12 approved unanimously
• Ordinance amending compensation for Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief approved unanimously
• Ordinance amending compensation for Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefs approved unanimously
• Amendment changing retroactive date to 10/7/24 for Fire Chief compensation approved unanimously

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting to discuss long range facilities planning. The board is requested to approve a consultant to develop a District-Wide Facilities Master Plan for Milford Public Schools.

• Approval of a consultant for a District-Wide Facilities Master Plan

The Board voted to select Perkins Eastman as the consultant to develop a district‑wide facilities master plan for Milford Public Schools. The motion was moved by Wolfe‑Boynton, seconded by Prete, and passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Selected Perkins Eastman as consultant for district‑wide facilities master plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Ordinance Committee will hold a special meeting and public hearing to discuss amendments to city official compensation and new property tax exemptions. The body is reviewing pay scales for public safety leadership, the Mayor, and the City Clerk, as well as tax relief for disabled veterans and Gold Star spouses.

• Proposed pay for Police Chief ranging from $148,910.32 to $177,042.32 (2025-2029)
• Proposed pay for Deputy Police Chief ranging from $128,664.12 to $147,166.76 (2025-2029)
• Proposed pay for Mayor: $126,710.86 (Nov 2025) and $130,195.41 (Nov 2026)
• Proposed pay for City Clerk: $96,812.79 (Nov 2025) and $99,475.14 (Nov 2026)
• Proposed property tax exemptions for 100% disabled veterans and Gold Star spouses

The Ordinance Committee voted to forward three compensation ordinances for the Police Chief and Deputy Police Chief, the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefs, and the Mayor and City Clerk to the full Board of Aldermen. It also forwarded a veterans tax exemption ordinance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Forward police chief compensation ordinance to full board – approved unanimously
• Forward fire chief compensation ordinance to full board – approved unanimously
• Forward mayor and city clerk compensation ordinance to full board – approved unanimously
• Forward veterans tax exemption ordinance to full board – approved unanimously
• Adjourn committee meeting – approved unanimously

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will meet on October 1, 2025. It will first consider the minutes from its September 18, 2025 special meeting. In an executive session, the committee will choose an architect for HVAC, ventilation, boiler, masonry improvements at Meadowside Elementary and East Shore Middle School, and for partial roof replacement at Orchard Hills Elementary, Orange Avenue Elementary, and West Shore Middle School.

• Consideration of minutes from the September 18, 2025 special meeting
• Selection of architect for HVAC, ventilation, boiler, and masonry improvements at Meadowside Elementary School and East Shore Middle School
• Selection of architect for partial roof replacement at Orchard Hills Elementary School, Orange Avenue Elementary School, and West Shore Middle School

The committee approved the minutes from the September 18 meeting and moved to an executive session, both unanimously. It then unanimously selected Silver Petrucelli & Associates to design HVAC, ventilation, boiler and masonry improvements at Meadowside Elementary School and East Shore Middle School. It also unanimously selected Antinozzi Associates to design partial roof replacements at Orchard Hills Elementary School, Orange Avenue Elementary School, and West Shore Middle School. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session for architect interviews (unanimous)
• Selected Silver Petrucelli & Associates for HVAC/ventilation/boiler/masonry improvements at Meadowside Elementary and East Shore Middle (unanimous)
• Selected Antinozzi Associates for partial roof replacement at Orchard Hills Elementary, Orange Avenue Elementary, and West Shore Middle (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The Milford Park, Beach & Recreation Commission will meet on Oct 1, 2025 for its regular session. Commissioners will receive reports on the golf course, the bench dedication program, and other ideas. The commission will address unfinished business concerning non‑resident fees and consider any new business introduced by a two‑thirds vote.

• Golf Course Report
• Bench Dedication Program
• Commissioners’ Ideas
• Unfinished Business – Non-Resident Fees
• New Business (requires 2/3 vote to introduce)

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 3 meeting. Commissioners approved a meet‑and‑greet with staff on November 5, 2025. The discussion on standardizing non‑resident recreation fees was motioned to be tabled until the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meet‑and‑greet date: Nov 5, 2025, 4:00‑5:00 PM (unanimous)
• Tabled non‑resident fee discussion until next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency did not approve or deny the IW-25-0036 34 Buick Avenue wetland permit application. Commissioners decided the public hearing will remain open and be continued at a later meeting. No vote tally was recorded for this decision. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025.

• Continue public hearing on IW-25-0036 (no vote tally recorded)
• No approval or denial of the 34 Buick Avenue application at this meeting

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Tudor Road Building Committee is meeting to receive updates on funding and environmental review. The committee will take action on a payment for the Big East Environmental Project.

• Action on payment for Big East Environmental Project
• Update on funding and environmental review

Board of Education

The Board will adjourn to an executive session to review proposals from consultants to develop a district‑wide facilities master plan for Milford Public Schools. After the executive session, the Board will reconvene in public and consider selecting a firm to prepare the master plan. No other actions are listed.

• Adjourn to executive session to review consultant proposals for a district‑wide facilities master plan
• Potential action on selecting a firm to develop the Milford Public Schools facilities master plan
• Call to Order and final adjournment of the meeting

The Board voted to adjourn the public meeting and enter executive session to consider proposals for consultant services to develop a district‑wide facilities master plan. The executive session began at 6:02 p.m. and the public session reconvened at 9:08 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:08 p.m.

• Motion to adjourn to executive session for facilities master‑plan consultant review – approved (no objections)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:08 p.m. – approved (no objections)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Public Works Committee will meet to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously at 8:20 p.m. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved minutes of 07/28/25 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Milford Board of Finance will not hold its regularly scheduled meeting on September 29, 2025. No agenda items will be considered at that time. The board will resume its routine meeting schedule in October 2025.

Sewer Commission

The Sewer Commission will review a report from consulting engineer Weston & Sampson regarding the Pumpkin Delight Pump Station and a Capital Improvement Project. The agenda includes a public hearing for a mixed-use development at 5-21 Pond Point Ave and the approval of payments to the Wastewater Division.

• Public hearing for mixed-use development at 5-21 Pond Point Ave
• Weston & Sampson report on Pumpkin Delight Pump Station
• Weston & Sampson report on Capital Improvement Project
• Approval of payments to Wastewater Division
• Correspondence to Caswell Cove

The commission approved the mixed‑use development application at 5‑21 Pond Point Ave, contingent on the applicant taking maintenance responsibility. A proposal for the Pumpkin Delight Pump Station was tabled to allow the city to explore other options. The 1‑year Capital Improvement Plan was approved, and a letter to Caswell Cove residents regarding odor concerns was adopted. Minutes from the August 27 meeting and two sets of division payments totaling $233,581.05 were also approved.

• Approved 5‑21 Pond Point Ave development application (unanimous)
• Tabled Pumpkin Delight Pump Station proposal (unanimous)
• Approved 1‑year Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Caswell Cove odor‑reduction letter (unanimous)
• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater Division payments of $133,778.19 (unanimous)

Milford Government Access Television Committee

The Milford Government Access Television Committee will consider unfinished business items, including grant projects and the FY ’26 budget. It will also address new business such as the programming schedule, meeting formats, and MGAT copyright policies. Public comment and reports from the treasurer, producers, and chairman are also on the agenda.

• Grant Projects (unfinished business)
• FY ’26 Budget (unfinished business)
• Programming Schedule (new business)
• Meetings (part of programming schedule)
• MGAT copyright policies (new business)

Golf Course Commission

The Milford Golf Course Commission will hold a special meeting on September 22, 2025. The commission will review proposals and award a contract for a new irrigation system. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as a call to order and adjournment.

• Review and award RFP for irrigation system

The Golf Commission reviewed four bids for a new irrigation system and noted that Falco Lawn Sprinklers submitted the lowest revised bid of $486,793.21, which was within the budget. Commissioners O’Connell and Mayo moved, and the commission unanimously approved the revised Falco bid. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved revised irrigation contract with Falco Lawn Sprinklers for $486,793.21 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board approved the September 22 meeting minutes. It also approved the first‑reading review of four policies (P‑3171.1, P‑5125, P‑6146.1, P‑6161.14). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 22 meeting minutes
• Approved first reading of Policy P‑3171.1 Non‑Lapsing
• Approved first reading of Policy P‑5125 Student Records/Confidentiality
• Approved first reading of Policy P‑6146.1 Grading System
• Approved first reading of Policy P‑6161.14 Library Display & Program
• Adjourned meeting

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee will review status reports on several school improvement projects, including the Pumpkin Delight Elementary addition, upgrades at Jonathan Law and Joseph A. Foran high schools, and various HVAC, ventilation, boiler, masonry, and roof work. The committee will consider payment requisitions associated with those projects. It will also evaluate RFQ responses to select an architect for the E‑Sports arena projects at Jonathan Law and Joseph A. Foran High Schools.

• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#2) for Pumpkin Delight Elementary School addition, renovations, and upgrades
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#4) for Jonathan Law High School technical education facility and program space improvements
• Consideration of Payment Requisitions (#6) for Joseph A. Foran High School technical education facility upgrades
• Selection of Architect – Consideration of RFQ Responses for E‑Sports Arena Projects at Jonathan Law and Joseph A. Foran High Schools
• Selection of Architect – Consideration of RFQ Responses for HVAC/Ventilation/Boiler/Masonry improvements at various schools

The committee unanimously approved a $7,104.98 payment to Omni Data for communication system work at Pumpkin Delight Elementary. It also unanimously added an executive session to discuss E‑Sports arena, roof replacement, and HVAC projects. The committee scheduled interviews with selected architects for those projects, with HVAC and roof interviews on October 1 and E‑Sports arena interviews on October 7. The minutes from the August 7 meeting were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved payment to Omni Data #6487 for $7,104.98 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the August 7 special meeting (unanimous)
• Added executive session to agenda for items 8‑10 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss items 8‑10 (unanimous)
• Scheduled architect interviews for HVAC, roof replacement, and E‑Sports projects (unanimous)
• Set HVAC and roof interview date for October 1 (unanimous)
• Set E‑Sports arena interview date for October 7 (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will receive reports from its chair, director, harbor master, and standing committees. It will review old business items, including the CT Port Authority SHIPPS Grant and plans for memorial plaques. New business and liaison updates will also be considered before an executive session.

• Review of CT Port Authority – SHIPPS Grant (Old Business)
• Discussion of Memorial Plaques (Old Business)
• Reports from Standing Committees (Lisman Landing, Finance, Nominating, Harbor & Mooring, Housatonic, Amendments, Shellfishing)
• Public Comments limited to three minutes per speaker
• Executive Session

The Harbor Management Commission accepted the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the September 18, 2025 meeting, also by unanimous vote. No permits, new business, or other actions were decided.

• Accepted August 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board will receive the independent accountant’s financial report covering the nine months ending March 31 2025. It will consider pension requests for four employees and withdrawals for two retirees. The board will also review three invoices totaling $7,084.93. Applications of entry for five fire‑department members and one city nurse will be discussed.

• Independent Accountant’s financial report for nine months ending March 31 2025
• Pension requests for Tyrone Dancy (Police), Steven Johnson (Public Works), David Pecoraro (Police), Allen Vienneau (Public Works)
• Withdrawals and refunds for Kenneth Smagala (IT) and Samantha Trayer (Fire)
• Invoices: $1,934.93 (Principal Custody Solutions), $2,000.00 (USI Consulting Group), $3,150.00 (USI Consulting Group)
• Applications of entry for five Fire Department members and one City Nurse

The Pension & Retirement Board approved the minutes from the August 21 meeting and unanimously accepted several retirement pension calculations for city employees, including police and public works staff. It also approved withdrawal refunds for two former employees and authorized payments to two vendors for services rendered. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Tyrone Dancy Code 3P Police retirement (unanimous)
• Accepted Steven Johnson Code 5 Public Works retirement, $29,361.42 annual (unanimous)
• Accepted David Pecoraro Service-Connected Disability pension, $53,293.52 annual (unanimous)
• Accepted Allen Vienneau Code 5 Public Works retirement with 100% contingent annuitant, $11,518.08 annual (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Kenneth Smagala, $5,377.59 (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Samantha Trayer, $6,484.77 (unanimous)
• Authorized payments to vendors: $1,934.93 to Principal Custody Solutions and $5,150.00 to USI Consulting Group (unanimous)

Library Board

The Milford Public Library Board will discuss updates to library facilities, including a picture rail and a Peter Vita photo plaque. They will review the FY 2025-2026 goals and an updated punch list. New business includes creating new CSL policies, adding additional Fund 76 accounts, and reviewing mural artwork samples. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comment procedures.

• Picture rail installation in landing area
• Peter Vita photo and plaque presentation
• Founder’s Walk – Phase 2 update
• Mural artwork samples to be emailed
• Additional Fund 76 accounts added to financial report

The board accepted the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. It approved donating a book, with a bookplate, in honor of Mr. Francesco Donato Piselli. The board decided to rehang the Mr. Vita memorial plaque and photo. The FY 2025‑2026 goals presentation was tabled until October.

• Accepted July 16, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved donation of commemorative book for Mr. Francesco Donato Piselli (motion carried)
• Approved rehang of Mr. Vita memorial plaque and photo
• Tabled FY 2025‑2026 goals presentation to October
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency did not take any action on the 34 Buick Avenue project, continuing its public hearing to October 1, 2025. It also took no action on the 1 Bayshore Drive demolition and construction application, leaving it pending with a review deadline of October 10, 2025. The agency approved the minutes from the September 3 meeting and the September 10 site walk, and adjourned the session unanimously.

• No action taken on IW-25-0036 (34 Buick Ave) – public hearing continued to 10/01/2025
• No action taken on IW-25-0041 (1 Bayshore Dr) – application remains pending; review period ends 10/10/2025
• Motion to accept minutes of 09/03/25 and site walk of 09/10/25 carried (abstentions: Bhave, Gradwell)
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board will review the minutes from its September 16, 2025 meeting. It will also consider two CDD‑3 analysis documents: one on existing housing and another on parcels by size. No specific rezoning or contract items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of PZ Board minutes (09.16.2025)
• CDD‑3 analysis of existing housing
• CDD‑3 analysis of parcels by size

The Planning & Zoning Board met virtually on September 16, 2025 to discuss how to promote economic development and housing in the CDD‑3 zone. Board members and members of the public shared ideas about mixed‑use development, senior housing, height flexibility, and walkability. No formal actions were taken; the board will continue the conversation at the next meeting.

Milford Department of Human Services

The Human Services Board of Directors will meet via teleconference to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a report from the Director and the nomination of officers.

• Approval of June 17, 2025 minutes
• Director's Report
• Nomination of Officers

The board voted to elect M. Tranquilli as Chair, with the motion passing unanimously. A second motion elected J. Duva as Vice Chair, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• M. Tranquilli elected Chair (unanimous)
• J. Duva elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the minutes from the August 2025 annual meeting. The body will also review August 2025 disbursements and September 2025 accrued payables.

• Approval of August 2025 disbursements
• Approval of September 2025 accrued payables
• Review of August 2025 Annual Meeting minutes

The board accepted the August 2025 meeting minutes and approved disbursements for August and September 2025. It added a Recovery Agreement item to the agenda and passed a resolution authorizing the chairperson to sign the Memorandum of Agreement with HUD. All motions passed unanimously.

• Accepted August 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved disbursement of August 2025 funds (Resolution #1615) (4-0)
• Approved disbursement of September 2025 accrued payables (Resolution #1616) (4-0)
• Added Recovery Agreement item to agenda (4-0)
• Authorized signing of MOA with HUD (Resolution 1617) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Commission will approve minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting and hear the Chair’s and Open Space Director’s reports. It will also consider the assessment and clean‑up of 0 Grinnell St., including invasive plant removal, volunteer coordination, possible work dates, and a list of native trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes from 8‑19‑25
• Chair’s Report by Cheryl Cappiali (Invasive Plants Oversight Committee)
• Open Space Director’s Report by Jeremy Grant
• Assessment of 0 Grinnell St. for clean‑up: invasive plant removal, volunteer list, possible dates, native plant list

The Commission unanimously approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners reached consensus to update the city’s invasive‑species webpage and consider a resident workshop. They agreed that 0 Grinnell Street will be the primary focus for property work and scheduled a site visit for September 21. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to update invasive‑species website
• Consensus to focus on 0 Grinnell Street property
• Scheduled site visit to 0 Grinnell Street on Sept. 21 at 9:00 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Milford Board of Health will consider approval of the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and will receive reports from the Environmental, Nursing, Emergency Preparedness, Community Health divisions, and the Director.

• Approval of 6/17/2025 Minutes
• Environmental Division Report
• Nursing Division Report
• Emergency Preparedness Report
• Community Health Division Report

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Chairperson C. Gonillo and seconded by P. Vasilas, and the approval was unanimous. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous; motion by C. Gonillo, seconded by P. Vasilas)

Fire Commission

The Milford Fire Commission will review the pending Grievance 25-008 and discuss vacation days for administrative chiefs. Committee reports on personnel, safety liaison matters, and education and training will be presented. The board will also consider acquisition of new fire equipment.

• Grievance 25-008
• Discussion of vacation days for admin chiefs
• New fire equipment acquisition
• Personnel committee report
• Safety liaison report

The Fire Commission voted 5‑2 to deny Grievance 25-008, allowing the city attorney and payroll department to continue correcting the FLSA formula discrepancies. Commissioners Averaimo, Riso, Brennan, R. Smith and Chairman McGrath voted in favor, while Patterson and W. Smith III voted against. Earlier, the board unanimously accepted the August 19 minutes and unanimously amended the agenda to place the grievance item after the communications section.

• Accepted August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to place New Business a) Grievance 24-008 after Communications (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss Grievance 25-008 (unanimous)
• Denied Grievance 25-008, 5‑2 vote (Averaimo, Riso, Brennan, R. Smith, McGrath for; Patterson, W. Smith III against)
• Entered executive session to discuss vacation days for admin chiefs (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Milford Civil Service Commission will approve the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting, receive a report from the Human Resources Director, and review the open jobs report. The primary substantive item is a request to hire a Public Health Nurse at a step beyond the minimum level. The commission will discuss and vote on that hiring request.

• Approve minutes of the August 18, 2025 meeting
• Consider request to hire a Public Health Nurse at a step beyond the minimum
• Receive Report of the Human Resources Director
• Review Open Jobs Report

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved hiring the selected candidate for the vacant 10‑month Public Health Nurse position at Step 3. All motions were passed without opposition.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Public Health Nurse (10‑month, Step 3) (unanimous)

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The Regular meeting of the Milford Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, has been cancelled.

• Meeting cancellation notice issued

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Tudor Road Building Committee is holding a special meeting to provide an update and define the scope of the project.

• Update and definition of project scope for 1 Tudor Road

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission will consider appointments, citizen comments, and approve prior meeting minutes. It will discuss a $200 donation from Charlene King and review multiple planning and zoning requests, including special permits and mixed‑use projects. The commission will also receive reports from various police units, address new business items such as parking signs, crosswalk requests, and a truck traffic study, and hold an executive session on employee performance matters.

• Donation from Charlene King – $200
• Special Permit for 4 dwelling units (8‑30g) – 249 New Haven Ave
• Mixed‑Use Development – 5‑21 Pond Point Ave
• 20‑unit residential development (8‑30g) – 83 East Rutland Rd
• No Parking Signs – Edgewood Ave (length)

The commission unanimously appointed Officer Tim Wydra as Deputy Chief. A $200 donation from Charlene King was placed in the Officer Wellness Account. The commission approved several zoning and traffic items, including special permits, residential developments, and new traffic measures. All items were approved without dissent.

• Appointed Officer Tim Wydra as Deputy Chief (unanimous)
• Placed $200 donation from Charlene King into Officer Wellness Account (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for 4 dwelling units at 219 New Haven Ave (unanimous)
• Approved mixed‑use development at 5‑21 Pond Point Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 20‑unit residential development on East Rutland Rd (unanimous)
• Approved no‑parking signs on Edgewood Ave (unanimous)
• Approved crosswalk on Seaview Ave (unanimous)
• Approved truck traffic study for Essex Dr/Shamrock and Oxford Rd/Depot Rd (unanimous)

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 23 meeting and receive a financial update. The body will also discuss the Parsons Arboretum Tree Walk.

• Approval of minutes from 8-23-2025
• Financial update
• Parsons Arboretum – Tree Walk Discussion

The commission unanimously approved the August 23, 2025 meeting minutes. The tree ordinance was tabled, postponing any action on it. The commission recommended that Mr. Milson obtain a formal ISA arborist opinion regarding the condition of trees on his property.

• Approved August 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Mr. Milson obtain formal ISA arborist opinion
• Memorial tree planting request accepted; Chairman to schedule site meeting
• Scheduled Milford Tree Walk for Oct 25, 2025 (rain date Oct 26)
• Tree ordinance tabled for this meeting
• Certificates for Tree Honor Project prepared; Mayor to attend presentation
• Adjourning the meeting carried unanimously

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Tudor Road Building Committee is meeting to receive an update on funding and discuss current plans. The session will also determine next steps for the project.

• Update on funding
• Review and discussion of current plans

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission is meeting to plan upcoming events and the Veterans Day parade. The body will discuss the role of American Legion Post 34 and a previous meeting with the Mayor regarding public notifications for veterans events.

• Planning for Army and possible Navy bands in September
• Selection of Grand Marshall for Veterans Day parade
• Save the date invitations for Parade
• Role of American Legion Post 34 in the VCPC

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission accepted the August meeting minutes by unanimous consent and then adjourned the September 11 meeting. No new policies, approvals, or denials were decided.

• Accepted August minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The South of the Green Historic District #2 Commission announced that its regular meeting scheduled for September 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled. No COA application was submitted, so no items will be discussed or decided at this time.

Golf Course Commission

The Milford Golf Course Commission will review reports from its committees, including building and grounds, finance, league liaisons, irrigation, and mini‑golf. It will hear management’s report on golf rounds and consider two new business items: a tree planting proposal and a bench installation proposal. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comment, approval of minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting, and unfinished business.

• Approval of minutes from the August 13, 2025 regular meeting
• Management’s report on golf rounds
• Tree planting proposal
• Bench installation proposal
• Financial report from the Building and Grounds Committee

The commission approved the Bogan’s Tree Service proposal to remove and prune trees at the Orchard Golf Course. It also approved Malico Paving's quote to install four concrete bench pads. Both motions carried unanimously. The meeting minutes from August 13 were also approved unanimously.

• Approved August 13 minutes (unanimously)
• Approved Bogan’s Tree Service tree removal and pruning proposal (unanimously)
• Approved Malico Paving bench pad installation proposal (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency held a site walk at 1 Bayshore Drive to review a proposed demolition and new single‑family home within 100 feet of a tidal wetland. Members discussed the location of the retaining wall, deck, and dewatering basin relative to the wetland line. The only formal action was a motion, seconded by Valvo, for the agency to act as a committee and adjourn after the last question, which carried unanimously. No approvals, denials, or other decisions were made.

• Motion to adjourn after the last question carried unanimously

Energy Advisory Board

The Milford Energy Advisory Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the cancellation of an EPA grant and its impact on the residential solar program. The board will also review updates from the Health Department and a debrief with the DPW Director.

• Approval of July 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Health Department building updates
• Debrief with DPW Director
• Discussion on EPA grant cancellation and solar program impact
• Lighting ordinance research (on hold)

The Energy Advisory Board approved the July 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other actions were taken; the lighting ordinance discussion will continue and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Police Commission

The Milford Police Commission meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items were adopted or discussed. The commission will announce a new date when it is set.

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The board will discuss the status of various drainage and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. The meeting includes reviews of infrastructure work at Point Beach and several other local roads.

• Pelham Street Public Access stair project
• Milford Point Road project
• Morningside Road Revetment
• Gulf Street/Welches Point Road/Bluff area project
• Wildemere/Walnut Beach, Bayview, and Laurel Ave projects

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes without dissent. No other substantive actions were taken. The board then adjourned the September 9 meeting unanimously.

• Adopted August 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned September 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

Chairman Henry Healey called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. Members present were Henry Healey, Sarah LeBov (alternate), and Richard Vizziello (replacing Richard LoPresti). No walk‑in hearings were received and no deliberations or decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM.

Animal Shelter Commission

The commission approved covering the $487.67 medical bill for Grey, a Siberian Husky, with a unanimous vote. The meeting minutes and the warden’s report were also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved covering medical bills $487.67 for Grey the Siberian Husky (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warden’s report (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen will consider appointing two new members to city commissions and the Board of Aldermen, as well as approving a resolution for state capital improvement funding. The meeting also includes a public comment session and the consideration of a collective bargaining agreement with the Milford Police Union.

• Appointment of Michael A. Gardocki to the Sewer Commission
• Appointment of Antonia Lombardi to the Board of Aldermen
• Approval of resolution for State of Connecticut Local Capital Improvement Program Assistance-2025
• Consideration of Collective Bargaining Agreement with Milford Police Union
• Consideration of settlement of Collective Bargaining Agreement with Milford City Hall Employees Association

The Board unanimously approved the new collective bargaining agreement with the Milford Police Union covering July 1 2025 to June 30 2029, and also approved the agreement with the Milford City Hall Employees Association covering July 1 2024 to June 30 2027. Other actions included appointing Michael A. Gardocki to the Sewer Commission, rejecting the appointment of Antonia Lombardi to the Board, and approving budget memo transfers, refunds, and a capital‑improvement resolution.

• Approved appointment of Michael A. Gardocki to Sewer Commission (unanimous)
• Rejected appointment of Antonia Lombardi to Board of Aldermen (7‑6)
• Approved Resolution re: State of Connecticut Local Capital Improvement Program Assistance—2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfers #11 and #12, Funds 1005 & 2182, FY 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Refunds of $22,369.79 (unanimous)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Milford Police Union, July 1 2025‑June 30 2029 (unanimous)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Milford City Hall Employees Association, July 1 2024‑June 30 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the August 4 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of Nicole Flowers as the Fifth District member, filling the term left by Loren Mahler's resignation. The board also unanimously approved the consent agenda items, which included the minutes from the August 21, August 25, and August 26, 2025 meetings. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved appointment of Nicole Flowers to Fifth District seat (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of Aug 21, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of Aug 25, 2025 business meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of Aug 26, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The board approved an amendment to the agenda to correct subparagraphs in the New Business section. It also approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. The board voted to adopt two proposed amendments to the Membership Handbook. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Amended agenda to include corrected subparagraphs in Paragraph 9 (New Business) – approved
• Approved minutes for June 9, 2025 – approved
• Approved proposed Membership Handbook amendments – approved
• Adjourned meeting – approved

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously voted to reopen the non‑resident fee increase vote for further discussion at the next meeting. No new business was presented and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Reopened non-resident fee vote for next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted unanimously to require a two‑thirds majority at 9:45 p.m. to decide whether the meeting may run later than 10:00 p.m. The agency also granted an extension of the public hearing on the 34 Buick Avenue project to September 17, 2025, with the option for further extensions if needed.

• Adopted rule requiring 2/3 vote to extend meeting past 10 p.m. (unanimous)
• Granted extension of public hearing to 9/17/25 (with possible further extensions)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved a coastal single‑family site plan at 37 First Avenue and a multi‑family development at 62 West Main Street, including one affordable unit. The board denied the Chick‑Fil‑A drive‑thru special exception after a 1‑for, 6‑against vote. No vote was recorded for the gas‑station redevelopment at 17‑25 Bridgeport Avenue, so its decision remains pending.

• Approved 37 First Avenue single‑family site plan (unanimous)
• Denied Chick‑Fil‑A drive‑thru special exception (1 for, 6 against)
• Approved 62 West Main Street multi‑family project with affordable unit (unanimous)
• No vote recorded for 17‑25 Bridgeport Avenue gas‑station redevelopment (decision pending)

Sewer Commission

The commission unanimously approved three affordable‑housing development applications: a 2‑unit addition at 249 New Haven Ave, a 9‑unit project at 294 High St, and a 6‑unit project at 551 Naugatuck Ave. It also approved an ARPA change order reallocating $42,800 and two Weston & Sampson service contracts totaling $42,000.

• Approved 2‑unit addition at 249 New Haven Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 9‑unit multifamily project at 294 High St (unanimous)
• Approved 6‑unit multifamily project at 551 Naugatuck Ave (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Change Order #4 reallocating $42,800 (unanimous)
• Approved Weston & Sampson engineering services for New Haven Ave groundwater monitoring ($18,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Weston & Sampson release response services for underground storage tank closure ($24,000) (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education moved to adjourn to executive session to review proposals from two consulting firms for a district‑wide facilities master plan. The motion was made by Ms. Prete, seconded by Ms. Doyle, and was approved with no objections. The public session reconvened later and the meeting was adjourned at 8:59 p.m.

• Adjourned to executive session to review consultant proposals (no objections)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education unanimously approved the Connecticut State Department of Education grant of $111,363 for the Milford Family Resource Center for FY 2025‑2026. The board also approved the consent‑agenda minutes from the July 14 and August 13 meetings. An executive session is scheduled for August 26 to review long‑range facilities planning proposals, and a board member announced her resignation effective end of August.

• Approved CSDE Family Resource Center Grant $111,363 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda minutes (July 14, 2025 and August 13, 2025) (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to discuss and potentially approve two budget memo transfers for Funds 1005 and 2812 for fiscal year 2025. These transfers are intended to cover deficits across multiple city departments.

• Budget Memo Transfer #11 (Funds 1005 & 2812, FY25)
• Budget Memo Transfer #12 (Funds 1005 & 2812, FY25)
• Deficit coverage for Human Resources Medical & Dental Account
• Deficit coverage for Recreation Department Seasonal Temporary wage account
• Deficit coverage for Wastewater Waste Removal Service account

The Milford Board of Finance unanimously approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved Budget Memo Transfer #11 and Budget Memo Transfer #12, moving funds from accounts 1005 and 2812 for FY 25. The board discussed a possible emergency appropriation for a waste‑removal account deficit, but no action was taken. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #11, Funds 1005 & 2812, FY 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #12, Funds 1005 & 2812, FY 25 (unanimous)

Tree Commission

The Milford Tree Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 9, 2025, and discuss the Parsons Arboretum for a future tree walk. The meeting will be held in person at the Parsons Government Center and via Zoom.

• Approval of minutes from 6-9-2025
• Financial update
• Parsons Arboretum tree walk discussion
• Outdoor review of trees for future walk

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. It tabled the Street Tree Replacements, Tree Warden Appeals, and the Tree Ordinance for future consideration. A tentative Tree Walk was set for October 18, 2025 with a rain date of October 19. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 12:02 p.m.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Street Tree Replacements/Requests
• Tabled Tree Warden Appeals/Street Tree Matters
• Tabled Tree Ordinance
• Scheduled tentative Tree Walk for Oct 18, 2025 (rain date Oct 19)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board of Education moved to adjourn the public meeting and enter executive session to consider proposals from two consulting firms for a district‑wide facilities master plan. The motion carried with no objections. The public session reconvened later and the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

• Adjourned to executive session to review consultant proposals for district‑wide facilities master plan (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board approved the minutes from the July 17 meeting and unanimously accepted a series of retirement pension calculations for employees. It also authorized payment of multiple invoices from investment and consulting firms. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Gerald Civitello Code 5 BOE pension calculation (unanimous)
• Accepted Jason Dombrowski Code 3F fire pension calculation (unanimous)
• Accepted Pamela Griffin Code 5 BOE pension calculation (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Columbia Threadneedle $5,618.71 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Eagle Capital Management $9,299.19 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Lazard $28,025.43 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Neuberger Berman $63,671.28 (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Fair Rent Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair and discuss new business. The meeting is open to the public with a three-minute comment limit.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Public comment period (3-minute limit)
• New business discussion

The Fair Rent Commission elected Mary Jane Byrnes as Chair and Jeff Attolino as Vice Chair, each motion carried unanimously. The Commissioners set a tentative next meeting for September 4, 2025 at 6:00 pm, pending space availability. The meeting was adjourned at 6:53 pm.

• Elected Mary Jane Byrnes as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jeff Attolino as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Sep 4, 2025 at 6:00 pm (pending space)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:53 pm

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review committee reports, discuss old business including a state grant and memorial plaques, and hold a public comment session.

• Review of Standing Committee reports (Lisman Landing, Finance, Nominating, etc.)
• Old Business: CT Port Authority – SHIPPS Grant
• Old Business: Memorial Plaques
• Old Business: Information regarding Connecticut Harbor Management Commission Authority
• Public Comments (Limited to three minutes)

The Harbor Management Commission accepted the minutes of the July 16, 2025 meeting with a typo correction, passing the motion unanimously. No permits were reviewed and no new business was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 7:46 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted unanimously to schedule a site walk for application IW-25-0041 at 1 Bayshore Drive on September 10, 2025, with the structural engineer present. The public hearing for application IW-25-0036 was continued to the September 3, 2025 meeting with no action taken. The minutes of the August 6, 2025 meeting were accepted, with Black and Bedecker abstaining. The City’s Community Rating System report received a score of 100 and the CRS rating remains at class 9.

• Site walk for IW-25-0041 (1 Bayshore Drive) scheduled for Sep 10, 2025 – motion carried unanimously
• Public hearing for IW-25-0036 (34 Buick Avenue) continued to Sep 3, 2025 – no action
• Minutes of 08/06/25 accepted – Black and Bedecker abstained
• CRS report scored 100; CRS rating held at class 9

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board announced a public hearing on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM in City Hall Auditorium. The hearing will consider a special‑exception request for 62 West Main Street, a special‑permit and lot‑consolidation request for 300‑336 Sub Way, and an amendment to a special‑permit for parking at 300 Subway. No decisions were made at this meeting; it served only as notice of the upcoming hearing.

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership Board accepted the July 2025 meeting minutes. It approved Resolution #1613 for July 2025 disburments and Resolution #1614 for accrued payables for August 2025, each passing 3‑0. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Accepted July 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #1613 – disbursement of July 2025 funds (3‑0)
• Approved Resolution #1614 – disbursement of accrued August 2025 payables (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved the July 15 meeting minutes. The July 22 minutes were accepted with two abstentions. The commission voted to adjourn the meeting. Commissioners agreed to update the Open Space poster and will schedule a site visit to 0 Grinnell Street in the fall.

• Approved July 15 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted July 22 meeting minutes (passed, 2 abstentions)
• Adjourned the meeting (passed, no abstentions)
• Agreed to update the Open Space poster (agreement)
• Planned site visit to 0 Grinnell Street in the fall (decision)

Fire Commission

The Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss the city's commitment to using the Eels Hill site for a training facility. The board will also consider the approval of an educational stipend.

• Discussion on utilizing Eels Hill site for Live Fire Training Facility
• Educational Stipend Approval
• Swearing in of LT Jessie Prajer
• Recognition of Commissioner Howard Stein for 17 years of service

The Fire Commission accepted the June 17 minutes without dissent. It approved education stipends for firefighters J. Macauda and C. Kwasizur. The board also approved the Chief’s request to seek city commitment for using the Eels Hill property as a live‑fire training facility. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted June 17, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Approved education stipend for Firefighter J. Macauda – unanimous
• Approved education stipend for Firefighter C. Kwasizur – unanimous
• Approved Chief to seek city commitment for Eels Hill live‑fire training facility – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting at 20:14 – unanimous

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting. It also voted to hire the selected candidate for the vacant 10‑month Public Health Nurse position at Step 5. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Public Health Nurse at Step 5 (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the June 2025 meeting minutes. A motion was made and accepted to present the $5,000 checks to each service organization on August 23, 2025. No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted June 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved presentation of $5,000 checks to each service organization (motion accepted)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The regular meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states that no Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications were submitted.

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Commission will hold a special meeting to review minutes from July 9, 2025, and receive reports from committees and management regarding operations at Orchards Golf Course.

• Review of July 9, 2025, minutes
• Building and Grounds Committee report
• Financial Report
• Irrigation Building Committee report
• Management’s Report on Rounds

The Golf Commission approved the July 9, 2025 regular meeting minutes without dissent. No other motions were adopted, and the meeting was adjourned at 3:35 p.m. after a motion carried without dissent.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried without dissent)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:35 p.m. (motion carried without dissent)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education will hold a special meeting to enter an executive session. The board will review submitted proposals for consultant services to develop a district-wide facilities master plan.

• Review of RFP proposals for a District-Wide Facilities Master Plan

The Board moved to an executive session to review RFP proposals, reconvened the public session later, and then adjourned. No policy, budget, or program decisions were made.

• Moved to executive session for RFP review (unanimous)
• Reopened public session at 8:29 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2025.

Flood & Erosion Control Board

At the August 12, 2025 meeting, the Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the July 8 minutes after a motion by Chairman Casey and a second by Member Bach, passing unanimously. The board then adjourned the session following a unanimous motion by Members Bach and Casey. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Adopted July 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Casey, second by Bach) – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Bach, second by Casey) – unanimous

Animal Shelter Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. The warden’s monthly report was also approved unanimously. Two fundraisers – the “Faces of Rescue” calendar and the Milford Downtown Business Association event – were tabled, the former until fall and the latter until a tax ID number is obtained.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warden’s monthly report (unanimous)
• Tabled “Faces of Rescue” calendar fundraiser until fall
• Tabled Milford Downtown Business Association fundraiser until tax ID obtained

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 special meeting. It also unanimously approved payment of invoice #2025127 to New England Recreation for $138,055 for the Pumpkin Delight Elementary School playground. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of June 26, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoice #2025127 to New England Recreation, $138,055 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously adopted a motion to increase non‑resident fees for all recreation programs to one‑and‑a‑half times the resident fee, with the Recreation Director able to grant hardship exceptions. Existing program fees will remain unchanged and the new rates will apply to future sessions. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

• Approved July 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Raised non-resident recreation fees to 1.5× resident fees (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The agency continued the public hearing for the 34 Buick Avenue project to September 3, 2025, with a unanimous vote. It approved the application for 43 Driftwood Lane (IW-25-0039) with multiple conditions, and the motion carried by roll call with Commissioner Ricci abstaining. No decision was made on the 1 Bayshore Drive application, which remains pending.

• Continue public hearing for IW-25-0036 (34 Buick Avenue) to 9/3/25 (unanimous)
• Approve IW-25-0039 (43 Driftwood Lane) with conditions (roll call, Ricci abstained)

Board of Aldermen

The Board unanimously appointed Christopher Hite to finish the First District alderman term. It also unanimously approved two grant agreements—one for historic document preservation and another for the Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan with a $518,282 allocation. A 12‑1 vote approved acceptance of the housing grant, and the Board unanimously adopted budget memo transfers, refunds of $8,329.35, and settlements of the National Opioid Litigation.

• Approved appointment of Christopher Hite to complete the unexpired term (unanimous)
• Approved Historic Documents Preservation Grant Program agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan grant resolution ($518,282) (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of the housing grant (12 in favor, 1 against)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfers #9 and #10, Funds 1005 & 2182 (unanimous)
• Approved refunds totaling $8,329.35 (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of National Opioid Litigation (Bankruptcy Plan and Settlement Plan) (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of National Opioid Litigation with additional manufacturers (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Claims Committee entered executive session to discuss the settlement of Victor Daniels v. City of Milford. After discussion, the committee unanimously approved the settlement. The committee then exited executive session and adjourned the meeting.

• Entered executive session (unanimously)
• Approved settlement of Victor Daniels v. City of Milford (unanimously)
• Exited executive session (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Milford Planning & Zoning Board held a special virtual meeting on July 30, 2025 to discuss economic development and possible zoning regulation changes for the CDD‑3 zone. Members reviewed current permitted uses, considered adding multifamily, hotels, restaurants, live‑work spaces, and open‑space incentives, and discussed map revisions and design standards. No formal motions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded, and the board indicated it will draft a recommendation for public comment at a future meeting.

Transit District

The board accepted the FY 26 budget as a working document. A motion to raise daily parking fees at Milford Station was passed unanimously, with the new rates to begin on October 1 2025. The board also adopted a resolution, unanimously, to change the deferred‑revenue policy from a 60‑day to a 45‑day period.

• Accepted FY 26 budget as working document (no vote tally provided)
• Approved parking fee increase for Milford Station, effective Oct 1 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted 45‑day deferred revenue rule, replacing 60‑day rule (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting. After reviewing reports on storm cleanup, tree work, paving, and other public works activities, the committee adjourned at 8:05 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Board approved the minutes of the June 23, 2025 meeting with three votes in favor and one abstention. It then unanimously approved Budget Memo Transfer #9, Funds 1005 & 2812 for FY 25. The Board also unanimously approved Budget Memo Transfer #10, Funds 1005 & 2812 for FY 25.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (3 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #9, Funds 1005 & 2812, FY25 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #10, Funds 1005 & 2812, FY25 (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The commission unanimously approved the application for a new restaurant at 21 Daniel Street. It also unanimously voted to forward Commissioner Spicer's sewer connection fee proposal to the Board of Aldermen, designating him as point person. Additionally, the commission approved Wastewater Division payments of $198,451.32 and Sewer Commission payments of $42,875.07, each by unanimous vote.

• Approved 21 Daniel Street restaurant application (unanimous)
• Forwarded Sewer Connection Fee proposal to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved Wastewater Division payments of $198,451.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Sewer Commission payments of $42,875.07 (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The commission reviewed a proposed 8‑30‑g development at 34 Buick Avenue and noted potential natural‑resource impacts. Commissioners listed concerns including loss of trees, wetlands degradation, light pollution, snow management, and lack of green space, and Bernstein offered to draft a letter summarizing these issues. No formal action or vote was taken on the development or the letter.

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The Milford Historic District Commission unanimously approved Option 3 for the placement of the air‑conditioning condensers, locating them behind the Bilco doors and screening them with landscaping. The commission also approved the new electrical panel placement, the removal of the old service and covering the area with vinyl siding, and acknowledged the new basement window and well on the north side of the house. Minutes of the July 9, 2025 meeting were accepted with the corrected date.

• Approved Option 3 for A/C condensers (behind Bilco doors, screened) – unanimous
• Approved new electrical panels placement, painting, removal of old service, and vinyl siding covering – unanimous
• Acknowledged new basement window and well on north side – unanimous
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2025 meeting with corrected date – unanimous

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen and Sewer Commission met on July 17, 2025 for a special site visit at the Housatonic Wastewater Treatment Plant. The meeting included a walkthrough and overview of plant operations. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded before the meeting adjourned at 4:09 p.m.

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board approved the minutes from the June 19 meeting and entered executive session. It unanimously accepted numerous retirement pension applications, withdrawals, buy‑in requests, and contingent annuitant options. The board also authorized three vendor payments, including $96,727.35 to Beirne Wealth. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes from June 19, 2025 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Accepted Kristie Callahan's BOE Food Service pension calculation of $12,010.36 annual (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Beirne Wealth $96,727.35 for invoice 55 (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Principal Custody Solutions $1,834.85 for invoice 13765180 (unanimous)
• Approved payment to USI Consulting Group $2,400.00 for consulting fee (unanimous)
• Accepted withdrawal and refund for Dawne R. Castellon of $6,315.23 (unanimous)
• Accepted contingent annuitant option for Laura Hunt with 100% benefit to Louis Hunt (unanimous)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting, with all present members in favor. No other actions were decided; the board only discussed a potential turfing project for Washington Field and noted seasonal budget challenges. All other agenda items were informational.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No permits, projects, or other business were acted upon. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:30 p.m. No other decisions were made.

• Accepted June 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Board

The board voted to accept the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. It then approved three new policies: a revised General Rules, Regulations & Code of Conduct, a replacement Conflicts of Interest policy, and a Fund 76 Revenue Fund policy added to the bylaws. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted June 18, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved revised General Rules, Regulations & Code of Conduct policy (motion carried)
• Approved replacement of Conflicts of Interest policy with new verbiage (motion carried)
• Approved new Fund 76 Revenue Fund policy as bylaw addendum (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted unanimously to approve the permit application IW‑25‑0037 for 945 North Street, subject to multiple environmental and construction conditions. The agency decided to take no further action on violation IWC‑25‑0006 at 0 Cascade Blvd until the newly planted vegetation becomes established. A public hearing was held on the same day for the IW‑25‑0036 application at 34 Buick Avenue, but no decision was recorded.

• Approved IW‑25‑0037 (945 North St) with conditions (unanimous)
• Deferred action on violation IWC‑25‑0006 at 0 Cascade Blvd pending vegetation establishment
• Held public hearing for IW‑25‑0036 (34 Buick Ave) permit application

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the site‑plan review for 24 Bayshore Drive, a new single‑family residence, with a unanimous 8‑0 vote and a condition to comply with the city engineer on concrete apron and curbing. The Chick‑fil‑A special‑exception and site‑plan application was tabled pending written consent from Barnes & Noble and further traffic‑layout revisions. The board also approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting.

• Approved 24 Bayshore Drive site plan (8‑0 unanimous)
• Tabled Chick‑fil‑A special‑exception and site plan pending further review
• Approved minutes of 7/1/2025

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The board accepted the June 2025 disbursement report (4‑0) and approved the July 2025 accrued payable disbursement (5‑0). Minutes of the June meeting were accepted (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously (5‑0). No new business or policy actions were taken.

• Accepted June 2025 disbursement report (4 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved July 2025 accrued payable disbursement (5 yeas, 0 nays)
• Accepted minutes of the June 2025 regular meeting (4 yeas, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (5 yeas, 0 nays)

Conservation Commission

The commission voted to accept the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. A special meeting was set for July 26 to draft comments on the Inland Wetlands application for the Buick Avenue development. The commission also discussed attending the Oyster Fest on August 16 and noted plans for a mini‑golf course and a new health department building, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed, one abstention)
• Scheduled special meeting for July 26 to develop and begin writing the wetlands comment letter

Animal Shelter Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from June 12, 2025. They also unanimously approved the warden’s monthly report. A motion was passed to allocate up to $8,000 from the Other Buildings and Grounds Supplies fund to purchase three cat cages and shelving.

• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warden’s monthly report (unanimous)
• Allocated up to $8,000 for three cat cages and shelving (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board approved the Administration’s recommended budget transfers of $615,135 to balance the 2024‑25 budget, passing the motion unanimously. A motion to add an action item for a partnership with The Sound School was approved unanimously. A separate motion to add The Sound School as a third vocational agriscience option for 2025‑26 failed, with four votes against and three for. The Board also approved the consent agenda items, including June meeting minutes, unanimously.

• Approved $615,135 budget transfers (unanimous)
• Approved action item to consider partnership with The Sound School (unanimous)
• Rejected addition of The Sound School as third vocational agriscience option (4 no, 3 yes)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes) (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The commission voted to accept the June 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the July 10 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other items required a vote.

• Accepted June minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The July 10, 2025 commission meeting was cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm in the Parsons Complex Conference Room B. No substantive decisions were made.

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The commissioners unanimously approved the minutes of the July 11, 2025 meeting. A fence replacement proposal for 5 Union Street was discussed but no decision was made, with a response promised by July 10. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The commission approved Northeast Golf to manage the irrigation system replacement project, allocating $7,500 for its services. A payment of $2,500 was approved for consultant Jason Swanson. Two golf‑cart chargers were authorized for purchase, not to exceed $600. All motions carried without dissent.

• Approved Northeast Golf as project manager for irrigation project ($7,500 fee) – carried without dissent
• Approved payment of $2,500 to consultant Jason Swanson – carried without dissent
• Authorized purchase of two golf‑cart chargers, total not to exceed $600 – carried without dissent

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No new business was presented. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Adopted June 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board approved the regular meeting minutes from June with a unanimous vote. The board also unanimously approved the motion to adjourn the July 8 meeting. No other actions were decided.

• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting and completed roll call. Mayor Anthony S. Giannattasio presented a proclamation honoring the Foran High Softball Team as state champions. No ordinances, contracts, or other matters were voted on or decided. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency approved the IW-25-0029 affordable‑housing application at 83 East Rutland Road, adding several mitigation and bonding conditions, and the motion passed unanimously by roll‑call vote. The agency took no action on the Notice of Violation IWC-25-0006 at 0 Cascade Blvd. No action was taken on the 34 Buick Ave (IW-25-0036) and 945 North St (IW-25-0037) proposals, which remain pending public hearing and further review.

• No action taken on Notice of Violation IWC-25-0006 (0 Cascade Blvd)
• Approved IW-25-0029 (83 East Rutland Road) with conditions (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• No action taken on IW-25-0036 (34 Buick Ave) pending public hearing on 7/18/25
• No action taken on IW-25-0037 (945 North St) pending further review

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency conducted a site walk for the 34 Buick Ave development. The only formal action was a motion, seconded, to act as a committee and adjourn after the last question, which was carried unanimously. No approvals, denials, or other votes were recorded.

• Motion to act as a committee and adjourn after last question – passed unanimously

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board voted to approve the petition of Craig and Geralann Southard for a special permit with a Conditional Use Authorization to replace the 1904 house at 107 Melba Street with a new single‑family dwelling. The motion passed unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting.

• Approved special permit with CAM for 107 Melba Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 6/17/2025 meeting

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved the minutes from the May 22 meeting. It authorized a $7,104.98 contract with OmniData for access‑control at Pumpkin Delight Elementary and a $40,770.00 payment to Touch Tech Pro for audio‑visual equipment. The committee also voted to keep the Nutmeg contract retainage until the punch list is fully completed. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 22, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved contract with OmniData $7,104.98 for front‑entrance access control at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved retainage of Nutmeg contract not to be reduced or released until punch list 100% complete (unanimous)
• Approved payment of invoice #1103 to Touch Tech Pro, LLC $40,770.00 for audio/visual equipment at Pumpkin Delight Elementary (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The commission approved the application for a 20‑unit multifamily project at 83 East Rutland Road after a capacity analysis showed no impact on the sewer system. It also approved waivers allowing an AGRU in place of an external grease trap for 296‑300 Bridgeport Avenue and for 1064 East Broadway. The sewer use fee was confirmed at $361.92 effective July 1, 2025.

• Approved 20‑unit multifamily application at 83 East Rutland Rd (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of external grease trap, allow AGRU at 296‑300 Bridgeport Ave (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of external grease trap, use existing AGRU at 1064 East Broadway (unanimous)
• Confirmed sewer use fee of $361.92 effective July 1, 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved a new classification and job description for a permanent part‑time Payroll/Finance Assistant, replacing the former Payroll Clerk A position. The commission approved revisions to Public Works job descriptions for the Fleet Manager, Building Maintenance Superintendent, and Building Maintenance Foreman. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved new permanent part‑time Payroll/Finance Assistant classification (all in favor)
• Approved revisions to Public Works job descriptions for Fleet Manager, Building Maintenance Superintendent, and Building Maintenance Foreman (all in favor)

Board of Education

The Board moved to adjourn to an executive session for the Superintendent’s annual evaluation, and the motion passed unanimously. Later, the Board approved a new three-year contract with Dr. Anna Cutaia, effective July 1 2025 through June 20 2028, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned without objection.

• Adjourned to executive session for Superintendent’s annual evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract with Dr. Anna Cutaia, July 1 2025–June 20 2028 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (no objections)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the April 29, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the June 23, 2025 meeting at 8:25 p.m. was also passed unanimously. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved minutes of 04/29/25 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved Budget Memo Transfer #7, moving funds from General Fund 1005 and Sewer Fund 2812 for FY 2025. A second unanimous vote approved Budget Memo Transfer #8, also moving funds from the same accounts for FY 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 28, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #7, Funds 1005 & 2812, FY 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #8, Funds 1005 & 2812, FY 25 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 15 meeting. It accepted pension recalculations and applications for multiple retirees, approved several withdrawal and refund requests, and authorized payments to five vendors. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Kyle Brotherton fire pension recalculation ($127,824.10 annual) (unanimous)
• Accepted Kristie Callahan BOE food service pension application (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal refund for Hans Boah ($29,564.87) (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to GAMCO $41,276.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Principal Custody Solutions $1,736.24 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to Sprott $28,369.25 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment to USI Consulting Group $32,475.00 (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the May 15, 2025 minutes. It approved mirroring the city’s Public Works fee structure for harbor facility use applications. It also approved the LWRD dock application for 182 Milford Point Rd, setting the dock length at 64 feet. Commissioners agreed to obtain new signage for the boat ramp dock.

• Accepted May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Mirrored Public Works fee structure for harbor Facility Use Application (unanimous)
• Approved LWRD Application 182 Milford Point Rd dock, 64‑ft length (unanimous)
• Agreed to obtain new signage for the boat ramp dock (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the minutes from May 21, 2025, and adopted two financial transfers of $350 and $250 to the Mileage/Parking fund. The board voted to change the Challenged Material Policy term from 24 to 36 months and accepted the revised policy unanimously. Discussion of the General Rules, Regulations and Code of Conduct policy was tabled to July, and the board entered executive session before adjourning unanimously.

• Accepted May 21, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved $350 transfer from Travel & Conference to Mileage/Parking
• Approved $250 transfer from Bibliomation to Mileage/Parking
• Changed Challenged Material Policy term to 36 months (motion carried)
• Accepted revised Challenged Material Policy (unanimous)
• Tabled General Rules, Regulations and Code of Conduct policy discussion to July
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted to hold a public hearing for the 34 Buick Avenue development on July 16, 2025. They also approved a site walk for the same project on July 2, 2025, and accepted the June 4 minutes. No action was taken on the Cascade Blvd violation or the East Rutland Road application.

• Scheduled public hearing for IW-25-0036 (34 Buick Ave) on 7/16/25 (unanimous)
• Approved site walk for 34 Buick Ave on 7/2/25 at 5:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of 06/04/25 (unanimous)
• No action taken on violation IWC-25-0006 at 0 Cascade Blvd
• No action taken on application IW-25-0029 at 83 East Rutland Road

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board unanimously approved a special permit and CAM for a single‑family home at 67 James Street. The board also approved the site‑plan review for a 44‑unit residential development at 843 North Street, attaching engineering conditions, with a 5‑3 vote. The minutes from the June 3 meeting were approved.

• Approved special permit and CAM for single‑family home at 67 James St (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan for 44‑unit development at 843 North St with conditions (5‑3)
• Approved minutes from 6/3/25

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The board unanimously accepted the May 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved Resolution #1609 to accept May 2025 disbursements and Resolution #1610 to disburse accrued payables for June 2025. The board also unanimously adopted a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Accepted May 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #1609 – acceptance of May 2025 disbursements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #1610 – disbursement of accrued June 2025 payables (5-0)
• Adopted motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission voted unanimously to accept the May 2025 meeting minutes as written. They also agreed to resend a letter to David Soltis regarding 843 North Street. The meeting was adjourned at 6:58 p.m. by a unanimous motion.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Resent letter to David Soltis, 843 North Street (action taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions or policy decisions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous; motion by E. Monforte, seconded by P. Vasilas)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous; motion by P. Vasilas, seconded by C. Gonillo)

Fire Commission

The board approved a $15,000 increase to the Fire Chief’s base pay and a $10,000 increase to the Assistant Chiefs’ base pay, both effective July 1, 2025. It also authorized the disposal of a 2006 Ford Explorer, placed a $100 donation into the Good and Welfare Fund, and accepted the May 20 minutes. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved $15,000 salary increase for Chief (position #42200001) effective 7/1/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 salary increase for Assistant Chiefs (positions #42200002 & #42200003) effective 7/1/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of 2006 Ford Explorer at Chief’s discretion (unanimous)
• Approved placement of $100 donation into Good and Welfare Fund (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for employment performance discussion (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to public session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The commission voted unanimously to accept the May meeting minutes. It approved plans for July 4, 2025 ceremonies at the old cemetery and Liberty Rock, and for a September 13, 2025 ceremony with the Connecticut Army National Guard Ceremonial Band on the Milford Green. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted May minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled July 4, 2025 ceremonies at old cemetery and Liberty Rock (planned)
• Scheduled September 13, 2025 ceremony with Connecticut Army National Guard Ceremonial Band on Milford Green (planned)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The commission unanimously approved the Certificate of Appropriateness for new roofing and shed dormers at 23‑25 Central Ave. It also elected Ms. Henley and Ms. Kennard as co‑chairs of the South of the Green Historic District #2, effective June 11, 2025 through Jan. 31, 2026. Minutes of the May 14, 2025 meeting were approved, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for roof and shed dormers at 23‑25 Central Ave. (unanimous)
• Elected Ms. Henley and Ms. Kennard as Co‑Chairs (3‑0‑2 abstain)
• Approved minutes of the May 14, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recessed to public hearing (unanimous)
• Re‑convened after public hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The commissioners unanimously approved the minutes of the May 14, 2025 meeting. No new business was taken up. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the May 13 minutes without dissent. It approved a contract with engineering firm GEI, estimated at $10,000‑$20,000, to restart permitting for the Wildemere/Walnut Beach project. The board had no new business and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Adopted May 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $10k‑$20k contract with GEI for Wildemere/Walnut Beach permitting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board unanimously approved the April and May meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved a motion to draft a letter to Mayor Giannattasio, Health Director Deepa Joseph, and Public Works Director Chris Saley emphasizing sustainability, energy efficiency, and health in the new building project. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April and May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to draft letter to Mayor Giannattasio, Health Director Deepa Joseph, and Public Works Director Chris Saley (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Animal Shelter Commission

The Animal Shelter Commission approved the use of up to $10,000 from the Other Med Fees and Services account to cover medical expenses for May and June 2025, with a unanimous vote. The previously scheduled dog‑licensing event at Pet Supplies Plus was postponed. Commissioners agreed the shelter should prioritize storage and supply needs over labor for interior projects and will forward a wish‑list of needed items to Ms. Guglielmi of M.O.A.R.

• Approved up to $10,000 for medical bills (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 5/12/25 (unanimous)
• Approved warden’s report (unanimous)
• Postponed dog licensing event at Pet Supplies Plus
• Decided shelter needs storage and supplies rather than labor
• Agreed to communicate wish‑list items to Ms. Guglielmi
• Discussed use of newly fenced area for dog exercise (no vote recorded)
• Approved donation of $650 for May (discussion, no formal vote recorded)

Board of Education

The board unanimously approved two new policies: the School Climate Policy and the Challenging Behavior Prevention–Restorative Practices Policy. It also approved the administration’s recommended 2024‑2025 budget transfers totaling $1,321,128. The board then approved the salaries for the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Board policy 5131.911 School Climate Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Board policy 5144.12 Challenging Behavior Prevention–Restorative Practices Policy (unanimous)
• Approved 2024‑2025 budget transfers totaling $1,321,128 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: minutes of May 19, May 27 and June 2 special meetings (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment to executive session to discuss assistant superintendent salaries (unanimous)
• Approved salaries for Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The board approved the meeting agenda and the May 12, 2025 minutes. It authorized keeping $20,000 of Silvestro/Gambardella funds liquid and placing the remaining balance in a CD. The board then entered an executive session to discuss a personnel issue before adjourning the meeting.

• Approved agenda with deletions/additions (motion by Linda, seconded by Mary Lou) – prevailed
• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (motion by Linda, seconded by Phil) – prevailed
• Approved keeping $20,000 of Silvestro/Gambardella funds liquid and placing remaining funds in a CD (motion by John, seconded by Phil) – prevailed
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel issue (motion by Linda, seconded by Shirley) – prevailed
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Linda, seconded by Ben) – prevailed

Tree Commission

The commission unanimously approved the amended minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. The Tree Ordinance was tabled for this meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved amended May 13, 2025 minutes (unanimously)
• Tabled Tree Ordinance (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency unanimously modified the cease‑and‑desist order for 0 Cascade Blvd, requiring the dumped material be removed by June 12, 2025 and that CT DEEP protocols for threatened and endangered species be followed. The Agency also unanimously issued a Jurisdictional Ruling for the pre‑application at 20 Rita Lane, approving the above‑ground pool and decks as having no impact on adjacent wetlands. The minutes from the May 21 meeting were accepted with two abstentions, and no action was taken on the 83 East Rutland Road development proposal.

• Modified violation IWC-25-0006 (0 Cascade Blvd) – remove material by 6/12/25, apply CT DEEP species protocols (unanimous)
• Issued Jurisdictional Ruling for IW-25-0018 (20 Rita Lane) pool and decks – no wetland impact (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of 05/21/25 as presented (carried; Black and Ricci abstained)
• No action taken on IW-25-0029 (83 East Rutland Road) development proposal

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board approved three motions for 708 Boston Post Road: a Special Exception, a Site Plan, and a Resubdivision for a child daycare facility. All three motions passed unanimously (7‑0). The board also approved a Special Permit for an indoor soccer/recreation facility at 282 Quarry Road (7‑0) and a Special Permit for an outdoor entertainment patio at 50 Daniel Street (6‑1). The minutes from the May 28 meeting were approved.

• Approved Special Exception for child daycare at 708 Boston Post Road (7‑0)
• Approved Site Plan for child daycare at 708 Boston Post Road (7‑0)
• Approved Resubdivision for child daycare at 708 Boston Post Road (7‑0)
• Approved Special Permit for indoor soccer/recreation at 282 Quarry Road (7‑0)
• Approved Special Permit for outdoor entertainment patio at 50 Daniel Street (6‑1)
• Approved minutes from 5/28/25 (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen finalized the FY 2025‑26 city budget with an 8‑7 vote. It also approved the construction of a new Milford Health Department building, authorizing the use of $4.9 million ARPA funds, by a 9‑5 vote. Additional actions included appointing a new Animal Shelter Commission member and approving two contracts and an electronic voting lease.

• Approved FY 2025‑26 budget (8‑7)
• Approved appointment of Kimberly Jenkins to Animal Shelter Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized new City Building for Milford Health Department, using ARPA funds (9‑5)
• Approved State of Connecticut Department of Public Health contract amendment (9‑5)
• Approved Electronic Voting Equipment Lease Agreement (13‑1)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Challenge to Chairman's ruling failed (8‑7)

Board of Education

The board unanimously approved a long‑range facilities planning concept that includes building one new high school, two middle schools and six elementary schools, with a contingency plan if a new high school site is not available. The board also unanimously approved the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan as presented by administration and will forward it to the mayor for funding consideration. Both motions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved long‑range facilities planning concepts (1 new HS, 2 MS, 6 ES) – unanimous
• Approved 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Planning & Zoning Board

The special meeting was for discussion only and no votes were taken. Members examined possible zoning changes in the CDD‑3 zone to spur economic development and address the housing shortage. They agreed to hold a public comment forum to gather community input, with the date to be determined. No formal approvals or rejections were recorded.

• Arrange public comment forum on CDD-3 zoning changes (date TBD)

Sewer Commission

The Milford Sewer Commission met by videoconference on May 28, 2025 to hear public comments on the proposed 2025‑2026 sewer use fee. Commissioners and staff listened to residents expressing support for a fee increase to address issues at the Housatonic Wastewater Treatment Plant. No vote or formal decision on the fee was recorded.

Sewer Commission

The commission unanimously approved a $15.48 increase in the Sewer Use Fee, raising the total to $361.92 effective July 1. It also unanimously approved three applications: a new restaurant at 141 Merwin Avenue, a hotel‑to‑multifamily conversion at 129 Plains Road, and a grease‑trap waiver for Food Fare Deli at 1064 East Broadway (pending a menu and cleaning contract). Two other grease‑trap waiver requests (296‑300 Bridgeport Avenue and 15 Edgefield Avenue) were tabled with instructions to return with the required documentation.

• Approved Sewer Use Fee increase to $361.92 (unanimous)
• Approved restaurant application at 141 Merwin Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved conversion of 129 Plains Rd hotel to multifamily residences (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of external grease trap for 1064 East Broadway Food Fare Deli, pending menu and cleaning contract (unanimous)
• Tabled grease‑trap waiver for 296‑300 Bridgeport Avenue, request to return with menu and cleaning contract (unanimous)
• Tabled grease‑trap waiver for 15 Edgefield Avenue, request to return with menu and cleaning contract (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education held a public hearing on draft concepts for the long‑range facilities plan. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on the plan were recorded. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and faced no objections.

• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission meeting on May 27, 2025 did not achieve a quorum, so it was not called to order. No agenda items were considered, and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The attendance list recorded five members present and six absent.

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 special meeting. It also unanimously approved a payment of $376.73 to Tecton Architects for architectural services on Pumpkin Delight Elementary School renovations.

• Approved minutes of April 24, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $376.73 to Tecton Architects (unanimous)

Library Board

The board approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. The members of the Director Evaluation Committee were announced (Creedon, Oliver, Kemp, Uchaczyk, Piselli, Carroll). The meeting was adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted minutes from April 16, 2025 (motion passed)
• Appointed Director Evaluation Committee members: Creedon, Oliver, Kemp, Uchaczyk, Piselli, Carroll
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted unanimously to modify the cease‑and‑desist order for 64 Quarry Road, adding maintenance of erosion controls, a split‑rail fence, and a site inspection by June 2. It also voted unanimously to uphold and modify the cease‑and‑desist order for 0 Cascade Boulevard, requiring permission to access adjacent property, installation of erosion controls, submission of reports and mitigation plans, and compliance with DEEP protocols. The minutes from the April 16 meeting were accepted unanimously.

• Modified cease‑and‑desist order for 64 Quarry Rd: maintain erosion controls until 6/1, install split‑rail fence, schedule inspection by 6/2 (unanimous)
• Uphold and modify cease‑and‑desist order for 0 Cascade Blvd: obtain property permission, install erosion controls by 5/23, submit status report, mitigation plan, timeline, and follow DEEP species protocols by 6/2 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of 04/16/25 as presented (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the petition of Joseph Codespoti for a Special Permit with Coastal Site Plan Review to construct a single‑family dwelling on Map 29, Block 558, Parcel 18 (42 Melba Street). The motion was moved by Mr. Satti, seconded by Mr. Agnese, and passed unanimously with all eight members voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved Special Permit for single-family dwelling on 42 Melba St (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (5/6/2025) unanimously

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The committee unanimously approved the new name for Milford’s Local Governance Partnership (LGP). The council also unanimously accepted the LGP’s Mission and Vision as presented. February council minutes were approved without discussion. A subcommittee meeting was scheduled for June 2 to determine the LGP fiduciary and a regular meeting was set for June 17 at 5:30 PM.

• Approved LGP name “Early Start Milford: Nurture and Grow” (unanimous)
• Approved LGP Mission and Vision as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February council minutes as written (unanimous)
• Scheduled subcommittee meeting for June 2 to decide LGP fiduciary (planned)
• Scheduled next committee meeting for June 17 at 5:30 PM (planned)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The commissioners accepted the April 2025 meeting minutes and approved disbursements for April and May 2025. They nominated the board officers for the coming term. They also approved the Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) certification for FY‑2025 and authorized the Executive Director to submit it to HUD.

• Accepted April 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved disbursement of April 2025 funds (4‑0)
• Approved disbursement of May 2025 accrued payables (4‑0)
• Amended agenda to add Resolutions 1607 and 1608 (4‑0)
• Nominated officers: Chairman Bergami III, Vice‑Chairman Montalbano, Treasurer Borer Jr., Assistant Treasurer Joseph, Resident Commissioner Edwards (4‑0)
• Approved SEMAP Certification for FY‑2025 and authorized Executive Director to submit to HUD (4‑0)

Board of Health

The Milford Board of Health unanimously approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. No other actions, approvals, or votes were recorded at this session.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Fire Commission

The Fire Commission approved the purchase of a new Ford Maverick from the regular budget for FY 25‑26. It also granted the Chief authority to seek financing and bonding for a new Car 4 Incident Command Vehicle. The board denied Grievance 25‑006, citing non‑compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved purchase of a new Ford Maverick (unanimous)
• Granted Chief authority to seek financing for Car 4 Incident Command Vehicle (unanimous)
• Denied Grievance 25‑006 for failure to comply with CBA (unanimous)
• Accepted April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered and exited executive session as scheduled (unanimous motions)
• Adjourned meeting at 20:26 (unanimous)

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The commission denied the Certificate of Appropriateness for the redevelopment of 17‑19 Cherry Street. The motion to approve the COA failed unanimously. The commission also approved the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes, closed the public hearing, and adjourned, each by unanimous vote.

• Reordered agenda to discuss Cherry Street hearing before minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 17‑19 Cherry St. failed unanimously
• Motion to close public hearing carried unanimously
• Motion to approve April 21, 2025 minutes carried unanimously
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the draft concepts for long‑range facilities planning, which propose one new high school, two middle schools and six elementary schools with a contingency plan for existing high schools. The board also approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 business meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved long‑range facilities planning draft concepts (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 business meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The commission unanimously accepted the corrected minutes from the April 17 meeting. A motion to approve the draft layout for the memorial plaque honoring chairmen, harbormasters, and commissioners was passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No permits or new business were acted upon.

• Accepted April 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memorial plaque layout (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board authorized a $150,000 investment, representing 10% of the portfolio, in Arsenal Elevate K-12. It approved early retirement for Marianne Klinga and normal retirement with a 50% contingent annuitant option for Catherine Ratzenberger. The board tabled a disability pension request for Peter Phelan pending two independent medical exams. Several invoices totaling $165,000 were approved for payment.

• Approved $150,000 investment in Arsenal Elevate K-12 (9-1 vote)
• Accepted Marianne Klinga early retirement pension (unanimous)
• Accepted Catherine Ratzenberger normal retirement pension with 50% CA (unanimous)
• Tabled Peter Phelan service‑connected disability pension pending two IMEs (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal and refund for Kelley Brown in the amount of $8,568.34 (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of nine invoices totaling $165,000 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the April 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The Milford Historic District Commission approved a garden fence and arbor for 8 Union Street and granted a Certificate of Appropriateness for window and chimney work at 41 Green Street. Both motions passed unanimously. The commission also approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (two members abstained) and adjourned the meeting.

• Recessed to public hearing at 6:34 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved garden fence, arbor, and fence modification for 8 Union Street (unanimous)
• Suspended regular meeting to consider COA for 41 Green Street (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 41 Green Street (unanimous)
• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (Mr. Ortoleva and Ms. Kennard abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:53 p.m. (unanimous)

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Commission unanimously approved a motion to buy golf cart parts and other miscellaneous items, not exceeding $5,500. The minutes of the April 9, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved purchase of golf cart parts and miscellaneous items up to $5,500 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the April 8, 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. Members received updates on multiple flood‑and‑erosion projects, but no approvals, denials, or other actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The board did not approve the minutes from the April 8 meeting because a motion was not made. No response was received regarding the Health Department building, though a site was approved by the Planning and Zoning Board on May 6. Members agreed to prepare additional information on DarkSky and other streetlighting standards for the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Adjourn meeting (motion by Brandon Mark, seconded by Pieter Moen) – passed
• Prepare additional information on DarkSky and streetlighting standards for next meeting – agreed (no vote recorded)
• Previous meeting minutes not approved (motion not made) – pending

Tree Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The proposed tree ordinance was tabled, leaving it for future consideration. Commissioners discussed and agreed on a route for a fall tree‑walk at the Parsons Government Complex, City Hall, and Lower Pond. The meeting was adjourned after a motion passed.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Tree Ordinance (postponed)
• Agreed on path for fall tree walk at Parsons Government Complex, City Hall, and Lower Pond
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed

Animal Shelter Commission

The commission voted to move $30,000 from the unallocated contingency fund into the Other Meds Fees and Services account. It also approved up to $10,000 for the gallstone surgery of Frank and the elbow surgery of Honey. A dog‑licensing fundraiser was scheduled for June 14, 2025 at Pet Supplies Plus. The board agreed to purchase thank‑you cards for donors and to present a framed certificate to ShopRite for its recent donation.

• Transfer $30,000 from unallocated contingency to Other Meds Fees and Services (approved, vote: Aaronson, Accetta, Kamen, Stanek, Woods‑King)
• Approve up to $10,000 for Frank’s gallstone surgery and Honey’s elbow surgery (approved, vote: Aaronson, Accetta, Kamen, Stanek, Woods‑King)
• Schedule Dog Licensing Event at Pet Supplies Plus for June 14, 2025 (approved)
• Purchase thank‑you cards for donors (approved)
• Present framed certificate of appreciation to ShopRite staff (approved)
• Pick up and use stainless steel dog cage donated by Baybrook (planned)
• Add turf to grassy fenced area to control weeds (suggested)
• Provide a wish list to Devon Rotary for future shelter support (planned)

Board of Education

The Board adopted the 2025-26 budget totaling $114,017,417, incorporating the amendment‑1 line‑item reductions recommended by the administration. After the original motion failed 7‑3, the amendment was approved unanimously and the revised budget motion passed unanimously. The Board also unanimously approved the Educational Specifications for the Technical Education Classroom and Child Learning Center project at Jonathan Law High School and approved the consent agenda items.

• Original budget motion failed 7-3
• Amendment #1 to budget reductions passed unanimously
• Amendment #2 adding "middle school" wording adopted
• Revised budget motion adopted unanimously ($114,017,417)
• Educational Specifications for Technical Education Classroom and Child Learning Center project approved unanimously
• Consent agenda items (April minutes) approved unanimously
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously
• Recognized ten students with CABE Student Leadership Awards

Police Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting and accepted donations of $300 to the DARE program and $260 to the Citizens Academy account. It also approved a special exception for a child daycare at 708 Boston Post Road and a special permit for an indoor soccer/recreation facility at 282 Quarry Road, Units E‑H. The traffic division’s recommendation to mark a crosswalk and relocate a stop sign at Center and Broad Streets was approved, and several departmental reports were accepted. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation to DARE Program and $260 to Citizens Academy Account (unanimous)
• Approved Special Exception for Child Daycare Facility at 708 Boston Post Road (unanimous)
• Approved Special Permit for indoor soccer/rec and office use at 282 Quarry Rd, Units E‑H (unanimous)
• Accepted Special Investigations, Detective, Crime Prevention, and Traffic Division reports (unanimous)
• Approved marked crosswalk and stop‑sign relocation at Center St./Broad St. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 p.m. (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The council approved several procedural motions, including amending the agenda to add an executive session, approving the April 14 minutes, and referring the Treasurer's report to the finance committee. The board also approved engaging Cohen, Kaufman under the terms of their existing engagement letter. An executive session was held to discuss a personnel matter, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Amended agenda to include executive session (approved)
• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (approved)
• Referred Treasurer's report to finance committee (approved)
• Engaged Cohen, Kaufman per engagement letter (approved)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel issue (approved)
• Adjourned meeting (approved)

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission unanimously approved the April 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other formal decisions or votes were recorded.

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

Board of Aldermen

During the May 8, 2025 budget session, the Board approved a pension contribution increase for fire and police and several insurance cost reductions. All attempts to raise education spending, increase the General Fund revenue, and expand the Milford Power Plant PILOT were rejected. The approved changes are expected to affect the city's mill rate and overall budget balance.

• Amendment to increase pension Fire/Police contribution from $17,300,000 to $17,700,000 – carried unanimously
• Amendment to decrease self‑insurance contribution from $10,790,713 to $10,301,299 – carried 9‑6
• Amendment to decrease Heart & Hypertension Claims from $900,000 to $750,000 – carried unanimously
• Amendment to increase Education Operations budget by $1,287,506 – failed 7‑8
• Amendment to increase Education Operations budget by $400,000 – failed 7‑8
• Amendment to increase General Fund revenue (unassigned fund balance) by $1,000,000 – failed 8‑7
• Amendment to increase Milford Power Plant PILOT from $4,700,000 to $6,400,000 – failed 8‑7
• Amendment to decrease Education Health Insurance contribution from $21,393,908 to $20,566,566 – failed 8‑7

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board approved the relocation and construction of a new Milford Health Department building on the Wasson Field parking lot, using $4.8 million of ARPA funds. The board also approved a Coastal Site Plan Review for a single‑family dwelling at 17 Chetwood Street with required conditions. Additionally, the board approved a special permit for a warehouse with caretaker residence at 214 Cascade Boulevard, subject to sidewalk and fire‑lane marking conditions.

• Approved relocation of Milford Health Department to Wasson Field parking lot (unanimous)
• Approved Coastal Site Plan Review for single‑family dwelling at 17 Chetwood Street with City Engineer conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for warehouse with caretaker residence at 214 Cascade Boulevard with sidewalk and fire‑lane marking modifications (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Milford Board of Aldermen reviewed a presentation on the Avangrid West River 115 kV transmission line rebuild project. United Illuminating (UI) requested three land easements for construction at River Street, Prospect Street, and Old Gate Lane. The board did not vote on or approve any easement at this meeting.

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Claims Committee entered executive session to discuss the settlement of Antonio Vitti v. City of Milford. After exiting executive session, the committee unanimously approved the settlement. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Entered executive session to discuss settlement (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Antonio Vitti lawsuit (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the April 29, 2025 session at 7:45 p.m. was also passed unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved February 24, 2025 Public Works Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Education

The board moved the Public Comment item to the next agenda slot by unanimous vote. It asked the administration to prepare a chart comparing the Trumbull and Sound School programs and their financial impacts, to be revisited in July. The meeting was then adjourned. The revised School Climate and Restorative Practices policies will be presented for approval at the May business meeting.

• Motion to move Public Comment to next agenda item passed unanimously
• Board requested administration to create a comparison chart of program offerings and costs for July review
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed
• Board will consider revised School Climate and Restorative Practices policies at May meeting

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. It then approved Budget Memo Transfer #5, Funds 1005, FY25, and Budget Memo Transfer #6, Funds 1005, FY25. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned without further business.

• Approved minutes of March 31, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #5, Funds 1005, FY25 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #6, Funds 1005, FY25 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 special meeting. It also approved a payment requisition for Tri‑State Materials Lab in the amount of $528.94. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of March 27, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Tri‑State Materials Lab invoice $528.94 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

Commissioner Buzelle moved to close the public hearing and adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Abel seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously, ending the hearing at 6:14 p.m.

• Adjourn public hearing – motion carried unanimously

Sewer Commission

The commission unanimously approved the application for a day‑care facility at 708 Boston Post Road. It also unanimously tabled the request to waive an external grease trap for 15 Edgefield Avenue. A motion was made to approve wastewater payments of $125,916.65, but the minutes do not record the vote outcome.

• Tabled 15 Edgefield Avenue grease‑trap waiver request (motion carried unanimously)
• Approved 708 Boston Post Road day‑care facility application (motion carried unanimously)
• Motion to approve wastewater payments of $125,916.65 made (outcome not recorded in minutes)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen presented the 2025/26 budget and FY 2026 priorities, but the minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or tabling of actions.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission elected J. Haselkamp as Chairman and J. Tantimonico as Vice Chairman, approving both elections unanimously. The commission approved the October 21, 2024 meeting minutes. It voted to hire the selected candidate for the 12‑month Public Health Nurse position at Step 2. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Elected J. Haselkamp as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected J. Tantimonico as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved October 21, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Public Health Nurse at Step 2 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Milford's Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the minutes of the Jan. 27 special meeting and accepted the Cherry Pie LLC application as complete, both unanimously. A motion to grant a waiver of the certificate of appropriateness for 17‑19 Cherry Street was voted down unanimously. The commission scheduled a public hearing on the waiver for the May 19, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Jan. 27 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Cherry Pie LLC application as complete (unanimous)
• Waiver of certificate of appropriateness denied (unanimous)
• Public hearing on waiver set for May 19, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen heard a presentation from the Milford Health Department outlining its divisions, services, and performance statistics for FY 2023‑2024. The report included data on inspections, grants, vaccinations, and community assistance. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded during this meeting.

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission voted to accept the minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted minutes of 20 March 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board approved two Code 5 pension calculations for Deanna Fearnley and Nicholas Gabor. It also approved three withdrawal/refund requests for former employees. Additionally, the board authorized several vendor payments totaling over $190,000, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved Code 5 pension for Deanna Fearnley ($31,091.67 annual, $2,590.97 monthly) (unanimous)
• Approved Code 5 pension for Nicholas Gabor ($21,870.18 annual, $1,822.52 monthly) (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Charles Aristide ($10,740.93) (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Nicholas Hudak ($919.10) (unanimous)
• Approved withdrawal/refund for Stacey Lane ($3,662.04) (unanimous)
• Authorized $92,339.58 payment to Beirne Wealth Consulting (unanimous)
• Authorized $69,986.21 payment to Neuberger Berman (unanimous)
• Authorized $25,697.40 payment to Neuberger Berman Mid‑Cap (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen met to discuss the 2025‑2026 education operations budget, which includes a $115,304,923 request and a 4.7% increase. No substantive budget actions were taken. The board voted unanimously to come out of recess, then later voted unanimously to recess again until Monday, April 23, 2024.

• Motion to come out of recess carried unanimously
• Motion to recess until Monday, April 23, 2024 carried unanimously

Library Board

The board accepted the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ms. Carroll and a second by Ms. Uchaczyk; the motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m. by a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Accepted March 19, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency unanimously approved a jurisdictional ruling for the proposed 23'x31' addition at 39 Ashwood Road, finding it will not affect adjacent wetlands. The agency took no action on the Notice of Violation IWC-25-0004 for 64 Quarry Road. The minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting were accepted with one member abstaining.

• Jurisdictional ruling issued for IW-25-0013 (39 Ashwood Rd) – motion carried unanimously
• No action taken on Notice of Violation IWC-25-0004 (64 Quarry Rd)
• Minutes of 04/02/25 accepted – motion carried with Connors abstaining

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board voted to approve the Phase II capital improvement project at Founders Walk. It also approved an easement for the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority and a partial discontinuance of Shipyard Lane. A motion to open the project for public comment was rejected.

• Motion to hold public comment on Phase II failed (4‑5)
• Approved Phase II capital improvement at Founders Walk (7‑2)
• Approved easement to South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (7‑2)
• Approved partial discontinuance of Shipyard Lane (6‑3)

Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership (MRHP)

The board unanimously accepted the March 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously accepted March 2025 disbursements (Resolution #1601) and approved the accrued payables for April 2025 (Resolution #1602). The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted March 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #1601 – acceptance of March 2025 disbursements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #1602 – approval of April 2025 accrued payables (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The commission voted unanimously to accept the March 18 and April 6, 2025 meeting minutes. Members discussed Earth Day activities, a trash problem on parcel 5226, and scheduled a site walk of an open‑space parcel off Swanson Drive for May 20. Chair Cappiali will resubmit comments on the 843 North Street project before the May 6 planning and zoning hearing.

• Approved March 18 and April 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled site walk of open‑space parcel off Swanson Drive for May 20
• Chair will resubmit comments on 843 North Street to Planning & Zoning commission

Board of Health

The Milford Board of Health meeting on April 15, 2025 was cancelled at 6:45 pm because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided.

Fire Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 18 minutes and reordered the agenda. It entered and exited executive session by unanimous motions. A motion to deny Grievance 25-005 failed with a 2‑3 vote (Patterson and W. Smith III in favor; Averaimo, Brennan, and McGrath opposed). The board agreed to delay the EMS‑fee reallocation presentation until the budget is set and to continue supporting city funding for the Assistance to Firefighter SCBA Grant. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Reordered agenda to accommodate new business (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Returned to public session (unanimous)
• Motion to deny Grievance 25-005 failed (2‑3)
• Delayed EMS‑fee reallocation presentation until budget set and supported city funding for Assistance to Firefighter SCBA Grant (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Animal Shelter Commission

The commission postponed the City Clerk's presentation on the June dog licensing event. The minutes were corrected to change Ms. Accetta’s role from Treasurer to Secretary, and the revised minutes will be sent to the City Clerk and the commission. No other formal actions were taken.

• Speaker on June dog licensing event tabled
• Minutes revised to correct Accetta’s role and sent to City Clerk and commission

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen held a budget deliberation session on April 14, 2025. Two procedural motions were adopted unanimously: one to come out of recess and another to recess again until Monday, April 16, 2024. No substantive budget items were approved, denied, or amended during the meeting.

• Motion to come out of recess carried unanimously
• Motion to recess until Monday, April 16, 2024 carried unanimously

Board of Education

The Milford Board of Education voted unanimously to set graduation ceremonies for Jonathan Law High School on June 10, 2025 and Joseph A. Foran High School on June 11, 2025. The board also unanimously certified that all food sold to students will meet Connecticut Nutrition Standards for the 2025‑2026 school year and approved an exemption policy for event‑related food and beverage sales. Additionally, the board approved the consent‑agenda items and decided to pause Long Range Planning work until the district budget is finalized.

• Approved graduation dates: Jonathan Law June 10, 2025; Foran June 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Certified all school food sales to comply with Connecticut Nutrition Standards July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved exemption policy for non‑standard food/beverages at events after school or on weekends (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: March 10, 2025 Business Meeting; March 24, 2025 Committee of the Whole; March 31, 2025 Special Meeting (unanimous)
• Paused Long Range Planning work until the budget is decided

Police Commission

The Police Commission approved the addition of a permanent crosswalk at Orange Avenue and Walnut Street. It also accepted several donations for the K9 Fund and Officer Wellness Account, and approved special permits for an indoor play space, a warehouse with caretaker residence, and the Phase 2 Founder’s Walk addendum. All motions were carried unanimously, with one donation vote noting a recusal.

• Approved addition of crosswalk at Orange Ave/Walnut St (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,000 donation to K9 Fund (motion carried, Vice Chair Rubenstein recused)
• Accepted $2,500 donation to K9 Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted $20 cash to Officer Wellness Account (unanimous)
• Accepted $821.50 unclaimed cash to Officer Wellness Account (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for indoor play space at 161-163 Cherry St (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for warehouse with caretaker residence at 9 aka 214 Cascade Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 2 Founder’s Walk addendum (unanimous)

Council on Aging

The board approved the meeting agenda and the March 10 minutes after motions were made and seconded. A motion to refer the treasurer’s report to the finance committee was adopted. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion prevailed)
• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (motion prevailed)
• Referred treasurer's report to finance committee (motion prevailed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion prevailed)

Tree Commission

The commission tabled discussion of the tree ordinance. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Kelly Miller, seconded by Connie Gaynor, and carried unanimously. No new business or inter‑agency reviews were taken up.

• Tree ordinance – tabled (no vote recorded)
• Meeting adjourned – motion carried unanimously

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen held a public hearing on the Board of Finance's FY 2025-2026 budget and heard numerous statements supporting restoration of the Board of Education budget. Aldermen Marlow and Arciuolo moved, and the board unanimously approved, a recess of the session until April 14, 2025.

• Recessed meeting until April 14, 2025 – motion carried unanimously

Veterans, Ceremony & Parade Commission

The commission agreed that all Veterans Service Organizations will each contribute $30 to cover a $150 flag donation cost. The city will order 31 gross of flags for cemetery placements on May 24. Five military trucks were committed for the May 25 parade, and a wreath‑laying ceremony at the Doughboy WWI monument was scheduled for May 25 at 9:45 AM with sound provided by Lou Eden. The meeting was formally closed at 8:05 PM.

• Agreed all VSO will contribute $30 each to cover $150 flag donation cost
• City to order 31 gross of flags for cemetery placements on May 24
• Committed five military trucks for the May 25 parade
• Planned wreath‑laying event at Doughboy WWI monument on May 25 at 9:45 AM (sound by Lou Eden, invocation needed)
• Motion to close the meeting passed at 8:05 PM

Milford Historic District Number 2 South of the Green

The Historic District Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a garden shed at 65 Lafayette Street. It unanimously rejected the proposed window replacement and chimney replacement at 41 Green Street, requiring the applicant to submit detailed plans. The commission also approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for garden shed at 65 Lafayette St., unanimously
• Rejected replacement of windows at 41 Green St. until detailed plans are provided, unanimously
• Rejected replacement of chimney at 41 Green St.; applicant must submit detailed plans, unanimously
• Approved minutes of the March 12, 2025 meeting, unanimously
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m., unanimously

Golf Course Commission

The Golf Course Commission approved several facility-related actions, including upgrading the parking lot light to a timer‑controlled LED system for up to $2,500. It also authorized purchase of golf cart and spare parts not to exceed $1,500, ordered mulch from Grillo for up to $225, and moved forward with the pest‑control quarterly contract. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes of March 12, 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved purchase of golf cart and spare parts, not to exceed $1,500 (unanimously)
• Approved order of mulch from Grillo, not to exceed $225 (unanimously)
• Approved upgrade of parking lot light, not to exceed $2,500 (unanimously)
• Authorized pest‑control quarterly contract (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Flood & Erosion Control Board

The Flood & Erosion Control Board adopted the March 11, 2025 minutes by unanimous vote. No new business or updates were presented. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Energy Advisory Board

The Energy Advisory Board approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Members decided not to hold an Earth Day table this year. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM after a motion to end it was made and seconded.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled Earth Day table for 2025
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen held a public hearing on three United Illuminating easement requests—one temporary construction easement at Old Gate Lane and two utility easements at Prospect Street and River Street. No members of the public spoke for or against any item. Aldermen Vitali and Arciuolo moved to adjourn, and the motion carried unanimously.

• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved the appointment of Matthew Schwartz to the Police Commission and a transfer of funds for golf course open‑space maintenance. It also approved several school‑construction grant resolutions, including a 13‑2 vote for the E‑Sports arena projects. Additional unanimous actions included a Safe Harbor Marinas membership agreement, budget memo transfers, and refunds totaling $13,643.35.

• Approved Matthew Schwartz appointment to Police Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Transfer No. 1 for Golf Course Open Space (unanimous)
• Approved E‑Sports arena school construction grant resolution (13‑2)
• Approved HVAC/Ventilation school construction grant resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Partial Roof Replacement school construction grant resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Safe Harbor Marinas Membership Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfers #3 and #4 (unanimous)
• Approved refunds of $13,643.35 (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Sub Committees

The Public Safety and Welfare Committee denied Deana Rae's appeal of a sidewalk lien at 1081 Naugatuck Avenue and Shimmy Handelsman's appeal of a masonry wall in the right-of-way at 4‑8 Park Avenue. Both motions were carried unanimously. The committee then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Denied appeal of Deana Rae sidewalk lien at 1081 Naugatuck Avenue (unanimous)
• Denied appeal of Shimmy Handelsman masonry wall at 4-8 Park Avenue (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission met on April 6, 2025, and conducted an open‑space walk of parcel PID 5226. Commissioners observed invasive plants such as mugwort, Japanese knotweed, and others, and noted trash accumulation at the entrance and water’s edge. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were taken during the meeting.

Park, Beach, & Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting; all present voted in favor while Commissioner Monforte abstained. Afterwards, Commissioners Shashinka and Fabian moved to adjourn, and the motion carried unanimously, ending the meeting at 7:00 p.m. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes (all present voted yes, Monforte abstained)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion carried)

Inland Wetlands Agency

The Inland Wetlands Agency voted unanimously to uphold and modify the cease‑and‑desist order for 64 Quarry Road, requiring erosion controls, scientific assessments, surveys, and a mitigation plan. The agency also approved the minutes of the March 19 meeting, with two members abstaining. Additionally, the May 7, 2025 MIWA meeting was cancelled to allow commissioners to attend a hurricane‑preparedness workshop.

• Uphold and modify cease‑and‑desist order IW‑V‑25‑004 (unanimous approval)
• Require soil erosion controls, certified scientist assessments, survey, and mitigation plan by specified dates (part of the order)
• Accept minutes of 03/19/25 (approved; M. Connors and Black abstained)
• Cancel the 5/07/25 MIWA meeting (cancellation announced)

Board of Education

The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss middle‑school programming, budget reductions, and the long‑range facilities plan. No formal actions or votes were recorded on those topics. The only formal action was the motion to adjourn, which was seconded and carried without objection. The meeting ended at 9:10 p.m.

• Motion to adjourn adopted (no objections)

Board of Finance

The Milford Board of Finance unanimously approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. It also approved Budget Memo Transfer #3 and Budget Memo Transfer #4, both moving funds from accounts 1005 and 6036 for FY 25. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Feb 24, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #3, Funds 1005 & 6036, FY 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Memo Transfer #4, Funds 1005 & 6036, FY 25 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The Permanent School Facilities Building Committee approved the minutes from the February 20 meeting. It authorized a change order to reduce EV charging conduit to one and add wiring for two stations at no extra cost. The committee also approved a $138,055 bid from New England Recreation Group for new playground equipment at Pumpkin Delight Elementary. Several contractor and architectural service payments were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of the Feb 20, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved change order to reduce EV charging conduit from 4 to 1 and add wiring for 2 stations (unanimous)
• Approved New England Recreation Group bid of $138,055 for playground equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #17 credit of $4,710.54 to The Nutmeg Companies for slab repair (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $6,889.57 to The Nutmeg Companies for Pumpkin Delight renovations (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $37,042.60 to Silver Petrucelli & Association for Jonathan Law High School architectural services (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $21,120.00 to Silver Petrucelli & Association for Foran High School architectural services (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Sewer Commission

The Milford Sewer Commission reordered its agenda, adopted a $3,000 per‑unit impact fee and sent the proposal to the Board of Aldermen, and approved Change Order No. 3 that reallocates $70,000 to environmental abatement. The commission also approved the prior meeting minutes and routine wastewater and sewer payment invoices. A waiver request for 296‑300 Bridgeport Avenue was tabled for further study.

• Reordered agenda to discuss Old Business before Applications (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 impact fee per unit and recommended it to the Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 moving $70,000 to abatement (unanimous)
• Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved wastewater payments of $14,870.80 (unanimous)
• Approved sewer payments of $8,057.46 (unanimous)
• Tabled waiver request for 296‑300 Bridgeport Avenue (no vote)
• Recorded no applications received (procedural)

Board of Aldermen

The Board considered a resolution to adopt House Bill 7067, which would raise the vehicle depreciation schedule and could lower the property‑tax mil rate. After discussion, the motion was defeated, with nine aldermen voting against and four in favor. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Rejected Resolution Re: Assessment of Motor Vehicles (House Bill 7067) (9-4)
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously

Board of Education

The Board of Education held a special meeting on March 24, 2025. After presentations on the Next Generation Accountability Report and the athletic program financial report, the Board unanimously moved to adjourn the meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Motion to adjourn adopted (no objections)

Other Committees (Including Founders' Walk, Perm. Schools, School Readiness, 250th, etc.)

The committee voted to award the Phase 2 Founders Walk contract to B & W Paving. The motion passed unanimously. The committee also approved payment requisitions, which likewise passed unanimously.

• Award contract to B & W Paving – approved unanimously
• Approve payment requisitions – approved unanimously

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission accepted the minutes from its February 20, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the March 20 meeting at 7:55 p.m., also unanimously. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were taken.

• Accepted February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:55 p.m. (unanimous)

Pension & Retirement Board

The Pension & Retirement Board approved the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting. It accepted pension calculations for four city employees—including a $73,187.61 annual pension for Justin Edo. The board also approved withdrawal and refund requests for four retirees totaling $62,652.11. Finally, it authorized payments of $3,145.54 to Principal Custody Solutions and $3,375.00 to USI before adjourning.

• Approved minutes of Feb 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Justin Edo Code 3F pension, $73,187.61 annual (unanimous)
• Accepted Deanna Fearnley Code 5 normal retirement (unanimous)
• Accepted Barbara Jason recalculated Code 5 pension, $15,681.84 annual (unanimous)
• Accepted Julie Nash Code 5 vested pension, $31,339.88 annual (unanimous)
• Approved four withdrawal/refund requests totaling $62,652.11 (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,145.54 payment to Principal Custody Solutions (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,375.00 payment to USI (unanimous)

Library Board

The board voted to accept the February 19, 2025 minutes. The Shipyard Lane parking project was approved and the board will meet to award the contract and set a timeline. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Accepted February 19, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Shipyard Lane parking project (no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance approved the Board of Education budget at $114,017,417, a 3.7% increase, by a 3‑2 vote. It also approved numerous departmental accounts, the General Fund revenue of $264,903,595, and a mil rate of 29.58 (up 0.44 mils) unanimously. The session was adjourned after all items were voted on.

• Approved Board of Education budget $114,017,417 (3.7% increase) (3‑2)
• Approved Board of Aldermen, Elections, Registrar of Voters, and other listed accounts (unanimous)
• Approved Law Department budget (4‑1, 1 recusal)
• Approved Finance Department budget with changes (unanimous)
• Approved Recreation Department budget with $425,000 increase (unanimous)
• Approved General Fund Revenue $264,903,595 (unanimous)
• Approved mil rate 29.58, increase of 0.44 mils (unanimous)
• Adjourned budget deliberation sessions (unanimous)