Norwich public meetings in 2024

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The regular meeting of the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative and Connecticut Transmission Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative Joint Boards of Directors scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled.

Fair Rent Commission

The special meeting of the Norwich Fair Rent Commission scheduled for December 18, 2024, was cancelled. No business was conducted. The agenda items—call to order, minutes approval, case reviews, and old/new business—were not addressed due to the cancellation.

• Meeting cancelled; no cases reviewed or decisions made

City Council & Board of Education Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council and Board of Education School Budget Ad Hoc Committee are meeting to discuss the current fiscal year budget status. The committee will also review budget forecasts for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

• Status of Norwich Public Schools budget for the current fiscal year
• Budget forecasts for Norwich Public Schools for FY2025-26

The committee discussed the current fiscal year budget status and a preliminary FY 2025-26 forecast showing a 7.1% increase. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was discussion-only
• Adjourned unanimously at 8:12 PM

Golf Course Authority

The meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 565) for an electrical meter at 3 Huntington Place, then take action on the COA and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine with reports and old/new business.

• Public hearing on COA 565 for an electrical meter at 3 Huntington Place (Frank Cathcart)

The Norwich Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for an electrical meter upgrade at 3 Huntington Place, with the condition that the meter box and wiring be painted white to match the home. The commission also unanimously appointed Dayne Rugh and Gregory Johnson as co-chairs, pending city attorney clearance, and approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved COA 565 for electrical meter at 3 Huntington Place with paint-to-match stipulation (unanimous)
• Appointed Dayne Rugh and Gregory Johnson as co-chairs, pending city attorney clearance (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for December 18, 2024 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held as needed as a special meeting.

Personnel & Pension Board

The December 17, 2024 meeting of the Personnel & Pension Board has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will hear reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes. The body is reviewing payment of invoices for school projects and the CM RFP timeline for Uncas and Moriarty.

• Payment of invoices for Stanton: CSG ($24,593.02), DRA ($113,232.16), Downes ($11,393.67), and IES ($2,500.88)
• Payment of invoices for Greeneville: CSG ($25,906.25), DRA ($98,558.89), Downes ($11,393.67), and IES ($2,298.24)
• Payment of invoices for Moriarty: CSG ($11,464.61) and DRA ($131,613.25)
• Payment of invoices for Uncas: CSG ($15,967.07) and DRA ($133,838.25)
• Discussion of CM RFP timeline for Uncas and Moriarty

The Norwich School Building Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda containing $582,000 in invoices for the Stanton, Greeneville, Moriarty, and Uncas elementary school projects. The committee also discussed project updates, including state reimbursement progress, design recommendations for Uncas and Moriarty, and a timeline for issuing a construction manager RFP. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with $582,000 in project invoices (unanimous)

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will hold public hearings on three special permit applications, including a proposed cannabis cultivation facility at 139 Norwich Avenue and a café conversion at 307 Washington Street. A re-subdivision application for 452 Plain Hill Road has been tabled to January. The meeting also includes a communication regarding Montville zoning regulations.

• Public hearing on SP#24-11: cannabis cultivation facility (6,650 sq. ft. building, 25,000 sq. ft. outdoor grow area) at 139 Norwich Avenue, zone GC/MF
• Public hearing on SP#24-10: café with floral arrangements at 307 Washington Street, zone R-20
• Public hearing on SP#24-12: pre-engineered aluminum pergola/enclosure in flood hazard area at 46 West Main Street, zone WD
• Re-subdivision application SUB#438 for 452 Plain Hill Road tabled to January 21, 2025
• Communication: Town of Montville Zoning Regulations Change received

The Commission on the City Plan denied a special permit for a proposed cannabis cultivation facility at 139 Norwich Avenue, citing inconsistency with the city's Plan of Conservation and Development. The vote was 3-1, with Chairman Manfredi opposed. The commission also approved a special permit for a cafe at 307 Washington Street and tabled two other applications to the next meeting.

• Denied SP#24-11 cannabis cultivation facility at 139 Norwich Avenue (3-1)
• Approved SP#24-10 cafe conversion at 307 Washington Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled SP#24-12 at 46 West Main Street to January 28, 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled SUB#438 at 452 Plain Hill Road to January 28, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amending the volunteer firefighters' relief fund plan, with new contribution rates and benefit calculations. They will also vote on resolutions including authorizing the city manager to negotiate purchase of 300 Main Street and 13 & 17 Arcadia Street from Chelsea Groton Bank for $800,000, acceptance of a cybersecurity grant, and ARPA allocation amendments.

• Purchase of 300 Main Street and 13 & 17 Arcadia Street from Chelsea Groton Bank for $800,000 with bond funds, with a leaseback option through June 2025.
• Ordinance amending Sections 8-74 and 8-75 of the Norwich Code to update volunteer firefighter pension contribution rates ($360/year for 2024) and benefit calculations ($30/month per service year, max $1,200).
• Resignation from the Community Development Advisory Committee.
• Acceptance of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program for the Finance Department with a local match.
• Amendment of existing American Rescue Plan Act allocations.

The Norwich City Council approved the purchase of 300 Main Street and two vacant parcels at 13 & 17 Arcadia Street from Chelsea Groton Bank for $800,000, with a lease-back agreement. The council also passed an ordinance amending the Volunteer Firefighters' Relief Fund plan, increasing contribution and benefit rates. Several resolutions were adopted, including accepting a cybersecurity grant and reallocating ARPA funds. A motion to postpone the firefighter ordinance failed, and the council entered executive session for real estate discussions.

• Approved $800,000 purchase of 300 Main St and 13 & 17 Arcadia St (5-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending Volunteer Firefighters' Relief Fund plan (4-1, 1 abstention)
• Failed to postpone firefighter ordinance to Feb 3, 2025 (3-3)
• Accepted $80,000 cybersecurity grant with $8,000 local match (unanimous)
• Amended ARPA allocations, reallocating funds among projects (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for real estate and litigation discussions (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The Redevelopment Agency's regularly scheduled meeting for December 16, 2024 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Norwich Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee will meet to review routine business including approval of minutes, public comment, and updates on public works projects and property disposition. No specific proposals, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Public Works Project Updates under Old Business
• Property Disposition under Old Business

The Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee met on December 16, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of project updates and discussions on ongoing work.

• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:26 p.m. (unanimous)

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The Norwich Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for December 11, 2024, was canceled because of forecasted bad weather and likely demands on public safety resources. No decisions or discussions took place at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items considered

Housing Authority

The board will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing and vote on federal PHA and Capital Fund plans. The regular meeting includes proposals for FY2026 management plans and a funding application for heating system replacements.

• Resolution R-24-12-1707 to apply for Community Development Block Grant funding for heating system replacement at John F. Kennedy Heights II
• Public hearing and vote on the 2025 Federal Streamlined Annual PHA Plan and 5-Year Plan (2025-2029)
• Approval of FY2026 State Elderly Management Plans for Schwartz Manor, Eastwood Court, and Rosewood Manor
• Approval of FY2026 State Moderate Management Plan for Melrose Park, Sunset Park, John F. Kennedy Heights I, and Hillside Terrace
• Approval of FY2026 State Affordable Management Plan for John F. Kennedy Heights II

The Norwich Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met in special and regular sessions on December 11, 2024, and unanimously approved several key plans and resolutions. These included the revised 2024 Federal Streamlined Annual PHA Plan and 5-Year Action Plan, the Federal 5-Year PHA Plan for 2025-2029, and the 2025 Federal Streamlined Annual PHA Plan. The board also approved FY2026 management plans for state elderly, moderate, and affordable housing properties, and authorized a CDBG application for heating system replacement at John F. Kennedy Heights II.

• Adopted Resolution S-24-12-1704 approving revised 2024 Federal Streamlined Annual PHA Plan and 5-Year Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution S-24-12-1705 approving Federal 5-Year PHA Plan for FY2025-2029 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution S-24-12-1706 approving 2025 Federal Streamlined Annual PHA Plan and 5-Year/Annual Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-24-12-1707 to apply for CDBG funding for heating system replacement at JFK Heights II (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 State Elderly Management Plans for Schwartz Manor, Eastwood Court, and Rosewood Manor (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 State Moderate Management Plan for Melrose Park, Sunset Park, JFK Heights I, Hillside Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 State Affordable Management Plan for JFK Heights II (unanimous)
• Approved November 2024 bills (unanimous)

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The Rehabilitation Review Committee will hold a meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss a modification request, and receive a program update. No specific details on the modification or program are provided in the agenda.

• Modification request (details not specified)
• Program update on rehabilitation activities
• Approval of October 28, 2024 meeting minutes

The Rehabilitation Review Committee voted 3-0 to extend the mortgage lien on 88 Fifth Street, allowing the mother of the deceased owner's minor daughter to assume the loan. The $1,600 lead abatement funds will be forgiven, but the $9,730.64 CDBG balance remains payable. The committee declined to forgive the CDBG loan, citing precedent concerns.

• Extended mortgage lien on 88 Fifth Street to the mother (3-0)
• Forgave $1,600 in lead abatement funds
• Retained $9,730.64 CDBG balance as payable
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss a variance request to reduce the side-yard setback from 10 ft to 7 ft at 297 Central Ave for code-compliant stairs. The board will also consider approving its 2025 meeting schedule and the September 2024 meeting minutes.

• V# 24-11: Request relief from ZR Section 1.1 to reduce side yard setback from 10 ft to 7 ft for stairs at 297 Central Ave, property of Regie Lopan LLC
• Acceptance of 2025 Meeting Schedule
• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance to reduce the side yard setback from 10 feet to 7 feet at 297 Central Ave, allowing construction of code-compliant stairs. The board also accepted the September 10, 2024 minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance V# 24-11 for 297 Central Ave to reduce side yard setback from 10 ft to 7 ft (unanimous)
• Accepted September 10, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for December 9, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items were available to address.

Appoint/ReAppointment SubCommittee-Council

The Norwich City Council's Appointment & Re-appointment Sub-Committee will meet to interview and consider candidates for five city boards and commissions. The agenda includes interviews for the Board of Assessment Appeals, Historic District Commission, Recreation Advisory Board, Senior Affairs Commission, and Golf Course Authority. Candidates' party affiliations (D, R, U) are noted. No other business is listed beyond call to order and adjournment.

• Interview for Board of Assessment Appeals: Carolyn Frey (D) at 6:00 PM and Edward (Dave) Thomas (R) at 6:15 PM
• Interview for Historic District Commission: Tyler Booth (U) at 6:45 PM
• Interview for Recreation Advisory Board: James Murphy (D) at 7:00 PM
• Interview for Senior Affairs Commission: Kimmie Patota (D) at 7:15 PM
• Interview for Golf Course Authority: Carol Menard (U) at 7:30 PM

The Appoint and Reappoint Sub-Committee interviewed candidates and unanimously recommended three appointments to the City Council: Edward (Dave) Thomas to the Board of Assessment Appeals, Kimmie Patota to the Senior Affairs Commission, and Gregory Farlow to the Historic District Commission. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions made by the sub-committee itself.

• Recommended Edward (Dave) Thomas as Regular Member, Board of Assessment Appeals (unanimous)
• Recommended Kimmie Patota as Alternate Member, Senior Affairs Commission (unanimous)
• Recommended Gregory Farlow as Regular Member, Historic District Commission (unanimous)

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Boards of Directors are holding a special hybrid meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period, roll call, a possible executive session for attorney-client privileged discussions on pending litigation and criminal proceedings, and a possible vote to authorize the CEO to take actions related to those matters.

• Possible executive session under C.G.S. §§ 1-210(b)(4) and (10) for litigation and criminal proceedings
• Possible vote to authorize CEO actions on pending litigation and criminal proceedings

The joint boards of CMEEC and CTMEEC held a special meeting on December 5, 2024, and entered executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged material and pending litigation. After returning to public session, the board unanimously authorized the CEO and outside counsel to take steps to facilitate resolution of the '273 case. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Authorized CEO and outside counsel to facilitate resolution of the '273 case (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for attorney-client privileged and litigation strategy discussions (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission will vote on a maintenance application (IWWCC #24-12) to remove silt and re-grade vegetated areas in a drainage pond at 70 Yantic Lane, within a regulated wetland and upland review area. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and updates on violations, with no new applications or other business on the agenda.

• IWWCC #24-12: Application by Michael and Kathleen McCormack for silt removal and re-grading at a drainage pond on 70 Yantic Lane (Map 57, Block 1, Lot 6, Zone R-20) within a regulated wetland

The Inland Wetlands, Watercourses and Conservation Commission unanimously approved IWWCC #24-12, allowing Michael and Kathleen McCormack to perform maintenance activities at 70 Yantic Lane, including removing silt and re-grading vegetated areas in a drainage pond. The approval includes conditions such as a five-year validity, erosion control measures, and compliance with the Connecticut Guidelines. The commission also determined the activity was not significant and did not require a public hearing.

• Approved IWWCC #24-12 for maintenance at 70 Yantic Lane (unanimous)
• Determined application not a significant activity, no public hearing needed (unanimous)
• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Golf Course Authority

The Norwich Golf Course Authority Budget Subcommittee will discuss and potentially approve a Member Conduct Policy. This is the sole action item on the agenda for this special meeting.

• Discussion and possible action to approve the Norwich Golf Course Member Conduct Policy

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Zone committee will meet to consider old business on capital improvements and new business including the Sachem Fund, a membership drive, and a wish list. The meeting will include standard procedural items like approval of minutes and determining a quorum.

• Discussion of Capital Improvements under old business
• New business item: Sachem Fund
• Membership Drive
• Wish List

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings and possibly vote on four bond ordinances totaling about $14.4 million: $7.5 million for PFAS treatment at the Norwichtown Well, $3.7 million for West Town Street water main rehabilitation, $2.4 million for Route 2 pipe replacement, and $800,000 for land and building purchases. They will also consider resolutions on a planning grant for the former Norwich State Hospital, authorizing up to $1.6 million in golf course spending, and amending the volunteer firefighters' relief fund plan.

• Public hearing on $7.5M bond for Norwichtown Well PFAS treatment system
• Public hearing on $3.7M bond for West Town Street water main rehabilitation
• Public hearing on $2.4M bond for Route 2 pipe replacement
• Public hearing on $800K bond for purchase of city land and buildings
• Resolution to authorize Norwich Golf Course Authority to spend up to $1,611,896.69 in 2025

Personnel & Pension Board

The Personnel & Pension Board is holding a special meeting to receive presentations from firms that submitted proposals for RFP 25-19, which covers trust and custody services. The board may take action on selecting a vendor after the interviews.

• Presentations and interviews for RFP 25-19 for Trust and Custody Services, with possible action

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review consultant invoices and the status of Marina Towers. The body will discuss Small Harbor Improvement Program (SHIP) grants for the Heritage Walkway and Howard T. Brown Park Dock completion.

• Consultant invoice approval
• SHIP Grants for Heritage Walkway and Howard T. Brown Park Dock completion
• Marina Towers status update
• Thames River mooring possibilities
• Fishing Tournament and Derby details

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The joint boards of CMEEC and CTMEEC will hold a special hybrid meeting on November 25, 2024, to possibly enter executive session for attorney-client and litigation strategy discussions. Following that, they may vote to authorize the CEO to take or authorize actions related to pending litigation claims and related criminal proceedings. The public may attend via Zoom or in person.

• Possible executive session under C.G.S. §§ 1-210(b)(4) and 1-210(b)(10) for attorney-client privileged material and litigation strategy
• Possible vote to authorize CEO actions on pending litigation claims and related criminal proceedings

Redevelopment Agency

The November 25, 2024 regular meeting of the Norwich Redevelopment Agency has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission is holding a special meeting to review pending cases and discuss old and new business. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and consideration of rent-related matters. No specific cases or details are listed in the agenda.

• Review of pending rent cases
• Discussion of old and new business
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC boards will meet jointly at the Madison Beach Hotel to discuss routine reports and take possible votes. Key actions include approving the 2025 operating and capital budgets, as well as setting officers, committee members, and meeting dates for the coming year. A guest speaker from the Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission will address the boards' FOI obligations.

• Public comment period
• Approve minutes of October 24, 2024 meeting
• Possible vote to approve 2025 CMEEC Operating & Capital Budgets
• Possible vote to approve 2025 joint officers, committee members, and meeting dates
• Guest speaker from CT Freedom of Information Commission on FOI obligations

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Member Delegation of CMEEC and CTMEEC will meet to conduct annual business and review equity values. The body will discuss the application of the excess equity formula for 2023 and may vote on the distribution of those funds.

• Nomination and vote for 2025 Member Delegation Chair
• Possible vote on 2025 meeting date schedule
• Review of 2023 CMEEC Equity Values and excess equity calculations
• Possible vote on Excess Equity Distribution

Golf Course Authority

This agenda cancels the Norwich Golf Course Authority meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024. A special meeting has been called for November 13, 2024, at 6 p.m. No other business is listed.

• Regular November 20 meeting cancelled
• Special meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024, at 6 p.m.

Historic District Commission

The Norwich Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications: COA 561 for window replacement at 5 Town Street and COA 564 for an emergency backup generator at 100 Town Street. The regular meeting will also include action on the COAs, approval of October 2024 minutes, and the chairman's report.

• COA 561 - 5 Town Street: alteration/replacement of windows on a residential building
• COA 564 - 100 Town Street: installation of an emergency backup generator at a residential building (M&M Care Realty DBA The Johnson Home)
• Approval of minutes from the October 16, 2024 regular meeting
• Next regular meeting set for December 18, 2024

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will hear presentations from five subrecipient organizations: Madonna Place, TVCCA Homelessness Prevention, Safe Futures, St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich, and Thames River Community Service. Following the presentations, the committee will deliberate on the information. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and other business.

• Madonna Place presentation (5:40 PM)
• TVCCA Homelessness Prevention presentation (5:50 PM)
• Safe Futures presentation (6:00 PM)
• St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich presentation (6:10 PM)
• Thames River Community Service presentation (6:20 PM)

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for November 20, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024.

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the department's budget. The board will also discuss current programs and facilities.

• Budget update
• Program and facilities update

Personnel & Pension Board

The board is meeting to discuss retirement applications, pension calculations, and survivor benefits. The agenda also includes a proposal for an experience study by Milliman and requests to extend fire department eligibility lists.

• Milliman’s Experience Study proposal
• Annual pension calculation of $68,170.04 for Steven F. Deloreto
• Pension contribution refund of $13,850.16 for Gaevin Vegiard
• Survivor benefits for spouses of Robert C. Borchers ($27,304.56), Helen Brown ($6,072.11), and Gail Juber ($18,054.02)
• One-year eligibility list extensions for Firefighter and Director of Training & Safety

School Building Committee (2020)

The committee will discuss grant re-submittals for Moriarty and Uncas schools. Members will also review reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes and consider several invoices for payment.

• Grant re-submittal for Moriarty and Uncas schools
• DRA invoices for $272,274.51 (Stanton) and $264,643.39 (Greeneville)
• Downes invoices for $25,287.33 (Stanton) and $25,287.33 (Greeneville)
• CSG invoices for Stanton ($10,555.02), Greeneville ($10,680.02), Moriarty ($14,624.61), and Uncas ($15,967.07)
• IES invoices for $1,200.15 (Stanton) and $1,299.41 (Greeneville)

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan is reviewing four ordinances referred from the City Council. These proposals involve funding for water main rehabilitation, a PFAS treatment system, pipe replacement, and land acquisition.

• Proposed $3,700,000 for West Town Street water main rehabilitation
• Proposed $7,500,000 for Norwichtown Well PFAS treatment system
• Proposed $2,400,000 for Route 2 pipe replacement project
• Proposed $800,000 for the purchase of land and existing buildings

City Council

The City Council will discuss reallocating Capital Improvement funds and approving grants from the Sachem Fund. The body will also review a progress report on floodplain management planning and consider a grant application for Fontaine Field improvements.

• Reallocation of $47,623.75 in the Capital Improvement Fund for projects including a hydraulic hammer and dump truck plow
• Sachem Fund grants totaling $65,000: $50,000 to Norwich Historical Society and $15,000 to Damm Creative, LLC
• Proposed seven-year assessment increase deferral for South Hills, LLC at 3 North C Street
• Round #6 CIF Grant Application for Fontaine Field Improvement & Senior Center Access Project
• Progress report on Community Rating Activity 510 (Floodplain Management Planning)

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee will hold a routine meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, citizen comments, and updates on public works projects and property disposition. No specific proposals, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion, making this primarily a status check on ongoing work.

• Public Works Project Updates under Old Business
• Property Disposition under Old Business

Senior Affairs Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Norwich Senior Affairs Commission. The agenda includes standard items such as approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from the Director of Human Services and the Manager of the Senior Center. No specific substantive decisions, proposals, or financial items are identified in the agenda.

• Agenda includes only procedural items and standard reports
• No specific rezonings, contracts, or dollar amounts mentioned

Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee

The Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee will review a fiduciary oversight report and the treasurer's report for the quarter ending September 30, 2024. They will discuss input from five volunteer fire departments on potential changes to the VFFRF plan and consider investment recommendations. The meeting also includes notification of the death of a Taftville volunteer who was receiving $880 per month.

• Review of September 30, 2024 Fiduciary Oversight Review by USI Consulting
• Treasurer's report shows ending balance of $4,362,766.62 as of September 30, 2024
• Discussion of input from five volunteer fire departments on potential changes to VFFRF plan
• Consideration of Rodger Metzger's recommendations for investment changes
• Notification of death of Taftville volunteer Richard C. Benoit on October 1, 2024; no survivorship benefits

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Committee will receive updates from its subcommittees on six areas of focus, including workforce equity, data collection, direct services, impactful learning, budget equity, and legislative advocacy. The meeting includes citizen comments, approval of minutes, and suggestions for guest speakers. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural and informational.

• Subcommittee report outs on six focus areas: Workforce Equity & Workplace Inclusion, Data Collection & Dissemination, Direct Services & Community Engagement, Impactful Learning & Professional Development, Budget Equity & Legislative Advocacy
• Citizen comments opportunity
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Chair updates on health equity initiatives
• Discussion of potential guest speakers for future meetings

Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee - Disbanded Feb 01, 2025

The Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee will meet to discuss sidewalks along all park roads, review a financial report, and consider a mountain bike program. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and correspondence from a resident.

• Discussion of sidewalks along all park roads (New Business)
• Mountain Bike Program update (Old Business)
• Ideas & Goals for 2025 (Old Business)
• Trail painting / marking (Old Business)
• Letter or email from Mr. Grippo (Official Correspondence)

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The Public Safety Subcommittee will review updates on dispatch and radio systems and discuss a panhandling ordinance. The meeting also includes department updates from police, fire, and emergency management services.

• Dispatch & Radio Systems Upgrades Update
• Panhandling Ordinance
• Department updates from NPU and American Ambulance
• Police Department update
• Updates from Norwich, Taftville, Yantic, Occum, East Great Plain, and Laurel Hill Fire Departments

Golf Course Authority

The Norwich Golf Course Authority will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the proposed operating and capital budgets for calendar year 2025. They will also consider setting dues, fees, and rates for the upcoming year. Other agenda items include a report on the restaurant operation by Jason Bromley of Caddy Shack II, and updates on the Bridge Project at Hole #9 and the dam removal/stream bank erosion issue.

• Discuss and take possible action on proposed 2025 operating and capital budgets
• Discuss and take possible action on establishing 2025 dues, fees and rates
• Report on restaurant operation by Jason Bromley, Caddy Shack II
• Update on Bridge Project – Hole #9
• Update on Dam Removal & Stream Bank Erosion Issue

Housing Authority

The Norwich Housing Authority will hold a regular board meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of prior minutes, and receive a presentation of the FY 2024 audit report by Maletta and Company. The executive director will present reports on bills, vacancies, modernization, housing choice vouchers, procurement, and veteran housing availability.

• Presentation of FY 2024 audit report by Jason Geel of Maletta and Company
• Approval of October 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Executive director reports: October 2024 bills, vacancy report, modernization update
• Housing Choice Voucher portfolio report and procurement log
• Discussion of housing availability for veterans

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The regularly scheduled November 12, 2024 meeting of the Rehabilitation Review Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The cancellation notice was issued by the Office of Community Development.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The November 12, 2024 meeting of the Norwich Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled because no applications were pending on the agenda.

Ethics Commission

The Norwich Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for November 11, 2024, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss. No decisions or proposals were made.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Governance Committee will meet to conduct a semi-annual review of the 2021-2025 CMEEC Strategic Plan. The committee may vote to recommend the 2025 board and committee meeting schedule and the 2025 slate of board officers and committee members for board approval.

• Vote to recommend 2025 Board and Committee Meeting Schedules
• Vote to recommend 2025 Slate of Board Officers and Committee Members
• Semi-Annual Review of 2021-2025 CMEEC Strategic Plan

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for November 7, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee will consider amending its action plan, including specifics for the Gateway and planters, and set dates for upcoming community events. Reports on the state NRZ meeting, NRZ Market Place, blight, and public works are also on the agenda.

• Amend into action plan: Gateway specifics and planters
• Set 2024/2025 event dates: Giving Tree, Christmas Party, Earth Day, Greeneville in May/Sparkle Greeneville, Walktober
• State NRZ meeting report
• NRZ Market Place update
• Blight report and Public Works report

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Norwich Building Code Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 6, 2024 has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider. A future special meeting date will be determined later.

Youth Service Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss the status of Teen Empowering Norwich and new clinic updates. The board will also hold discussions regarding community engagement progress and barriers, as well as fall and winter program updates.

• Review and approval of September minutes
• Updates on Teen Empowering Norwich
• Discussion of community engagement progress and barriers
• Fall and winter program updates

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC/CTMEEC Joint Audit Committee will hold a regular hybrid meeting on November 5, 2024 to discuss and potentially vote on the annual audit plan with CliftonLarsonAllen, including authorizing signature on engagement letters. The committee will also receive updates on a cybersecurity gap analysis and a safety audit close-out report. Public comment is accepted in person or via Zoom.

• Annual audit planning with CliftonLarsonAllen (Jessica Aniskoff)
• Possible vote to authorize signature on engagement letters
• Status update on cybersecurity gap analysis with Novus Insight (Ginger Palmer / Rocky Bragg)
• Safety audit close-out report (Dave Meisinger)
• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2024 special hybrid meeting

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss new business. The primary agenda item is the Marina Towers property located at 74-78 West Main Street.

• Discussion of Marina Towers Property at 74-78 West Main Street

City Council

The City Council is considering a collective bargaining agreement for Local 892 firefighters and related budget transfers for fiscal year 2024-25. The body will also discuss amending American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocations for various public works projects and a mutual police assistance compact.

• Approval of Local 892 International Association of Firefighters contract (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2028)
• General Fund budget transfers of $26,303 for salaries and $381 for fringe benefits
• ARPA fund reprogramming of $66,752.22 to the Armstrong Tennis Courts restroom project
• ARPA fund transfers of $17,000 from Lower Broadway Complete Streets to drainage and watershed projects
• Authorization for City Manager and Chief of Police to enter a Mutual Police Assistance Compact

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee will review the total proposed 2025 CMEEC budget and may vote to recommend it to the Board for approval. The committee may also enter executive session to discuss exempt matters. Public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Review of total proposed 2025 CMEEC operating and capital budgets
• Possible vote to recommend 2025 budgets to the Board
• Possible entry into executive session under C.G.S. §§ 1-210(b)(5)(A) and (B)
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2024 meeting

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Redevelopment Agency for Monday, October 28, 2024, has been cancelled.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee will meet to review the proposed 2025 CMEEC capital budget and discuss budget key performance indicators. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 11 meeting and take public comment. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Review proposed 2025 CMEEC Capital Budget
• Review Budget Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Approve minutes of October 11, 2024 regular hybrid meeting

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Boards will hold a regular hybrid meeting that includes a possible vote on the proposed 2025 Transco budget. Reports on the September energy market, project portfolio, and committee updates are also scheduled. Public comment will be taken.

• Possible vote to approve proposed 2025 Transco budget
• September 2024 energy market update from Michael Cyr
• September 2024 project portfolio summary from Hao Ni
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2024 meeting
• Governance committee report

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for October 23, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will hold public hearings and consider special permit applications for three cannabis-related projects. These include cultivation, manufacturing, and food and beverage businesses.

• SP#24-05: Cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 105 Stonington Road
• SP#24-08: Cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 642 & 650 New London Turnpike
• SP#24-09: Cannabis food and beverage manufacturing business at 40R Franklin Street

Golf Course Authority

The Norwich Golf Course Authority Budget Subcommittee is meeting to review a financial report and discuss correspondence. An executive session is scheduled before adjournment. No specific financial figures or action items are listed on the agenda, making this a routine procedural meeting.

• Financial report review
• Potential executive session discussion
• Correspondence review

Harbor Management Commission

The Norwich Harbor Management Commission will meet to discuss several items including a report from the Harbor Master, financial updates, and new business. The commission will consider applying for Small Harbor Improvement Program (SHIP) grants through the Connecticut Port Authority and discuss details for a fishing tournament and derby. Old business includes the status of a moored boat in the Thames River.

• Welcome new member Robert Phoenix
• Consultant Geoff Steadman engagement
• CT Port Authority Small Harbor Improvement Program (SHIP) Grants discussion
• Committee discussion on Fishing Tournament & Derby details
• Status update on moored boat in Thames River

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will review reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes. The body will select finalists and set interview schedules for a project manager for Uncas School.

• Payment of DRA invoices: $218,355.00 for Stanton and $198,993.40 for Greeneville
• Payment of CSG invoices: $10,555.46 (Stanton), $10,680.02 (Greeneville), and $16,993.36 (Moriarty)
• Payment of IES invoices: $2,398.95 (Stanton) and $2,299.57 (Greeneville)
• Selection of finalists for Uncas School Project Manager RFP

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Committee will receive updates from the chair and hear reports from subcommittees on six areas of focus, including workforce equity, data collection, direct services, and budget equity. The agenda also includes citizen comments, approval of minutes, and discussion of potential guest speakers. No votes on specific actions or funding are scheduled.

• Subcommittee reports on six equity focus areas: workforce equity, data collection, direct services, learning/professional development, budget equity, and legislative advocacy
• Discussion of guest speaker suggestions
• Citizen comments period
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Updates from the chair

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

This subcommittee meeting will cover routine business including approval of minutes, citizen comments, and updates on public works projects. The main substantive item is a discussion of property disposition under old business. No specific projects, properties, or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Public Works Project Updates
• Property Disposition discussion

Senior Affairs Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Norwich Senior Affairs Commission with no specific action items listed. The agenda includes standard administrative items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the Director of Human Services and the Manager of the Senior Center, as well as discussion of an extended trip.

City Council

The Norwich City Council will vote on an ordinance to appropriate $800,000, financed by bonds, to buy land and existing buildings. The council also considers authorizing a new parking lease with 35 Chestnut LLC, approving an ambulance service agreement, a union contract for public works supervisors, and an appointment to the Harbor Management Commission. Two commission resignations are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance to appropriate $800,000 via bond for purchase of land and existing buildings
• New lease with 35 Chestnut LLC for 75 parking spaces at $33,600 annual rent (Franklin and Chestnut Streets)
• Authorize Ambulance Service Agreement with American Ambulance Service, Inc.
• Approve Public Works Supervisors union collective bargaining agreement
• Appoint regular member to Harbor Management Commission

The Norwich City Council unanimously approved a new lease agreement with 35 Chestnut, LLC for 75 parking spaces across three downtown lots, replacing a prior 1999 lease with Artspace. The council also approved a collective bargaining agreement with Public Works Supervisors (NAGE) and referred an $800,000 bond ordinance for property purchase to the City Plan Commission. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved new parking lease with 35 Chestnut, LLC for 75 spaces at $33,600/year (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Supervisors NAGE collective bargaining agreement for 2024-2028 (unanimous)
• Referred $800,000 bond ordinance for property purchase at 300 Main St, 13 & 17 Arcadia St to City Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Acknowledged Robert Phoenix's appointment to Harbor Management Commission (unanimous)
• Held executive session on collective bargaining strategy; no votes taken (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and conduct case reviews. The agenda also includes time for old and new business.

• Case reviews

Sachem Fund Board

The board is conducting interviews with two organizations to determine funding allocations. Members will discuss and consider funding proposals based on these interviews.

• Funding interview: Norwich Historical Society
• Funding interview: The Rose Arts Festival
• Discussion of 2025 second round for Sachem Fund RFPs

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The regular hybrid meeting of the Joint Risk Management Committee of CMEEC and CTMEEC, scheduled for October 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting cancelled by order of the Chair

Golf Course Authority

The Golf Course Authority will meet to review financial reports and discuss operational updates. Key agenda items include flooding issues at Hole #2 and a bridge project at Hole #9.

• Hole #2 fairway flooding issue
• Hole #9 bridge project
• Restaurant operation report from Jason Bromley, Caddy Shack II
• Review of financial reports

Golf Course Authority

The Budget Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to review a financial report and correspondence. The agenda consists of procedural items and an executive session.

• Review of Financial Report
• Executive Session

Historic District Commission

The Norwich Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on five Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties in the historic district, then take action on them during the regular meeting. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss old and new business.

• COA 559 – 20 Harland Road: routine maintenance, roofing, chimney
• COA 560 – 71 East Town Street: addition to history museum, masonry
• COA 561 – 5 Town Street: alteration/replacement of windows on residential building
• COA 562 – 21 West Town Street: alteration/replacement of windows on residential building
• COA 563 – 16 Huntington Lane: alteration/replacement of gutters on residential building

Personnel & Pension Board

The board is meeting to review Milliman’s July 1, 2024 Pension Valuation results. Members will consider retirement applications, pension contribution rollovers, and the admission of ten employees into the City of Norwich Employees’ Retirement Fund.

• Review of Milliman’s July 01, 2024 Pension Valuation results
• Annual pension calculation of $94,711.57 for Ruth Swift
• Pension rollovers for Ryan Landry ($90,147.67), Benjamin Jack ($17,134.48), and Kelly Carvalho ($13,310.26)
• One-year eligibility list extensions for Apprentice Maintenance Mechanic – GAS, Lineworker Apprentice, and Revenue Collection Clerk – Bilingual
• Admission of 10 employees into the City of Norwich Employees’ Retirement Fund

Ethics Commission

The Norwich Ethics Commission is meeting to discuss two advisory opinions (2024-1 and 2024-2) and set its 2025 meeting schedule. No details are provided in the agenda about the content of the opinions. The meeting also includes approval of the October 2023 minutes and citizen comment.

• Advisory Opinion 2024 – 1
• Advisory Opinion 2024 – 2
• 2025 Meeting Schedule

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee will conduct a final review of the proposed 2025 Transco budget with a possible vote to recommend it to the board. They will also review summaries of the proposed 2025 CMEEC budgets for electric products, project statements, and margin. A vote to enter executive session is scheduled to discuss details of those budgets. Public comment, roll call, and approval of prior minutes are also on the agenda.

• Public Comment Period
• Approve Minutes of September 27, 2024 Regular Hybrid Meeting
• Final Review of Proposed 2025 Transco Budget with Possible Vote to Recommend to Board
• Review Summary of Proposed 2025 CMEEC Budget for Electric Products, Project Statements, and Margin
• Vote to Enter Executive Session for budget details

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Governance Committee of CMEEC/CTMEEC will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, review the proposed 2025 board and committee meeting schedule, and discuss a new board self-assessment. The committee will also review board interest survey results and develop a slate of board officers and committee members. The meeting is procedural and focuses on internal governance planning.

• Approve minutes of June 13, 2024 regular hybrid meeting
• Review proposed 2025 board and committee meeting schedule
• Review new proposed board self-assessment
• Review board interest survey results and develop slate of board officers and committee members

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC / CTMEEC Joint Governance Committee is meeting to discuss administrative board matters. The body will review the 2025 meeting schedule and a new board self-assessment. Members will also develop a slate of board officers and committee members based on survey results.

• Proposed 2025 Board and Committee Meeting Schedule
• New Proposed Board Self-Assessment
• Board Interest Survey Results and development of Board Officers and Committee Members slate

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The Public Safety Committee will discuss ongoing business including an update on dispatch and radio system upgrades, the city manager's report on fire chiefs' meetings, a panhandling ordinance, and ATV issues. New business includes department updates from police (with an armored vehicle presentation), fire departments, and ambulance services. No final votes are expected; the meeting is for discussion and updates.

• Dispatch and radio system upgrades update
• Panhandling ordinance discussion
• ATV issues on city streets
• Armored vehicle presentation by Police Department
• Department updates from NPU, American Ambulance, Police, Emergency Management, and six fire departments

Plan of Conservation & Development Plan Implementation Committee

The Plan of Conservation and Development Implementation Committee will meet to discuss progress on implementing the POCD, with a particular focus on Live Goal 2, Strategy L2.2. The agenda includes approval of July 10, 2024 minutes and public comment. This is a working session with no votes on specific projects or expenditures.

• Discussion of POCD implementation progress
• Focus on Live Goal 2, Strategy L2.2
• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment

The Plan of Conservation and Development Plan Implementation Committee meeting was not called to order because no CCP member attended, resulting in no quorum. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 PM without any substantive decisions or discussions.

Housing Authority

The Norwich Housing Authority holds a regular board meeting to approve minutes from September, receive quarterly reports for the quarter ending September 30, 2024, and hear the executive director's report covering bills, vacancies, modernization, and the Housing Choice Voucher portfolio. New business includes discussion of commission members and potential funding for veteran housing. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions specified.

• Quarterly Reports for quarter ending September 30, 2024
• Vacancy Report – October 1, 2024
• Housing Choice Voucher Portfolio Report – October 1, 2024
• Funding availability regarding housing for Veterans
• Minutes from September 11, 2024 regular meeting

Sachem Fund Board

The Sachem Fund Board will discuss the completeness of four RFP submissions and decide which applicants to invite for interviews on October 17, 2024. The meeting also includes approving the May 16, 2024 minutes and setting the interview format.

• Approve special meeting minutes from May 16, 2024
• Discuss and consider completeness of four RFP submissions
• Decide which RFPs to interview on October 17, 2024
• Discuss format for interviews

Golf Course Authority

The Budget Subcommittee is meeting to review a financial report and discuss the 2025 budget. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Financial report review
• 2025 Budget discussion

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The October 8, 2024 meeting of the Norwich Rehabilitation Review Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024 has been cancelled because no applications were pending on the agenda.

Public Parking Commission

The Public Parking Commission will review updates on downtown parking lease negotiations and facilities maintenance. The body will also consider a proposal to rent space to Da Sheng Travel.

• Consideration of renting space to Da Sheng Travel
• Update on downtown parking lease negotiations
• Update on parking facilities maintenance

City Council

The council will vote on three ordinances authorizing $13.6 million in revenue bonds for water system improvements: West Town Street water main rehabilitation ($3.7M), Norwichtown Well PFAS treatment ($7.5M), and Route 2 pipe replacement ($2.4M). They will also decide on amendments to American Rescue Plan Act allocations and reallocate $70,000 in cannabis gross receipts tax revenue to fund a community health nurse at Rose City Senior Center, a mental health clinician, and a community engagement coordinator. Several board appointments and a permit for the NorWITCH Halloween Strut event are also on the agenda.

• Approve $3.7M bond for West Town Street water main rehabilitation from Yantic Road to 58 Yantic Flats Road
• Approve $7.5M bond for Norwichtown Well PFAS treatment system
• Approve $2.4M bond for Route 2 pipe replacement project
• Reallocate $70,000 in cannabis tax revenue to senior center nurse ($15,000), mental health clinician ($10,000), fringe benefits ($25,000), and community engagement coordinator ($20,000)
• Consider permitting NorWITCH Halloween Strut on Oct. 26 with street closures on Bath Street and lower Broadway from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission scheduled for October 3, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 7, 2024.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The committee is meeting to review its strategic plan and the 2025 event schedule. Members will also discuss the nomination of officers and a Memorandum of Understanding between the NRZ, GNC, and NCDC.

• Strategic Plan review
• 2025 Event Schedule
• Nomination of Officers
• NRZ/GNC Memorandum of Understanding NCDC

Building Code Board of Appeals

The special meeting of the Building Code Board of Appeals scheduled for October 2, 2024, was cancelled per City Attorney Mike Driscoll.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee of CMEEC/CTMEEC is meeting to review proposed 2025 budgets for Transco and CMEEC non-fuel operating expenses. The committee will also hear public comment, approve minutes from a prior meeting, and handle new business.

• Review of Proposed 2025 Transco Budget
• Review of Proposed 2025 CMEEC Budget for Non-Fuel Operating Expenses
• Approve minutes of September 13, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The joint boards will hear reports on August 2024 operations, energy markets, and project portfolio. A budget and finance committee report will also be presented. The agenda includes public comment, approval of previous meeting minutes, and a round table among member municipal electric utilities. No votes on new policies or contracts are listed.

• August 2024 Objective Summary report
• August 2024 Energy Market Update
• August 2024 Project Portfolio Summary
• Budget & Finance Committee Report
• Public comment period

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Norwich Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for September 25, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024.

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss consultant services, fishing tournament and derby details, and the status of a car in the Shetucket River and a moored boat in the Thames River. No votes are expected on these discussion items.

• Consultant Geoff Steadman discussion
• Fishing tournament details committee discussion
• Fishing derby details committee discussion
• Car in Shetucket River removal status
• Moored boat in Thames River status

Appoint/ReAppointment SubCommittee-Council

The Norwich Appointment & Re-Appointment Subcommittee will interview candidates for the Dangerous Buildings Board of Review, Historic District Commission, Uncas Health District, and Senior Affairs. The committee will also consider reappointments for members of several other boards and commissions. Possible action may be taken on identifying candidates for these positions.

• Interview Nathan Kannas for Dangerous Buildings Board of Review at 6:00 PM
• Interview Meghan Campbell for Historic District Commission at 6:15 PM
• Interview Dennis Jenkins for Uncas Health District at 6:30 PM
• Interview Linda Snarski for Senior Affairs at 6:45 PM
• Consider reappointments including Democles Angelopoulos (Assessment Appeals) and Jason Courter (City Plan)

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Norwich Redevelopment Agency for Monday, September 23, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission is holding a special meeting to review pending rental cases and approve prior meeting minutes. No specific cases or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Case reviews of rental disputes
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Discussion of old and new business

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a certificate of appropriateness application (COA 558) for alterations to a non-residential building at 30 Huntington Lane. Following the hearing, the commission will discuss and potentially vote on the application. The meeting also includes approval of August minutes, chairman's report, and updates on old and new business.

• Public hearing on COA 558 for 30 Huntington Lane (Charles Frick) - alteration/replacement of non-residential building perimeter
• Action on certificate of appropriateness applications
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2024 regular meeting
• Chairman's report and old/new business discussion
• Next meeting date: October 16, 2024

The Norwich Historic District Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for Charles Frick to repair the barn at 30 Huntington Lane, including installing sister walls and drainage to address water issues. The commission noted most work would not be visible from the public right-of-way. The commission also approved the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes, with one abstention, and discussed routine maintenance not requiring a COA.

• Approved COA 558 for barn alterations at 30 Huntington Lane (unanimous)
• Approved August 21, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstention)

Golf Course Authority

The Norwich Golf Course Authority will receive reports on a flooding issue at Hole #2 and hear from the Caddy Shack II restaurant operator. The board will also review financial reports, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive updates from multiple committees. This is a regular business meeting with operational items.

• Discussion of Hole #2 fairway flooding issue with David Dibattista and Bill Warzecha
• Presentation by Jason Bromley regarding Caddy Shack II restaurant operation
• Review and receipt of financial reports
• Reports from various committees including Clubhouse, Course Superintendent, Greens, Maintenance, and Budget
• Update on Bridge Project at Hole #9

Personnel & Pension Board

The board will consider several retirement applications and pension calculations for paraeducators and police officers, including annual pensions ranging from $3,000 to $71,659. New employees and admissions into the retirement fund will be approved, and a UBS investment review is scheduled. The board will also nominate a co-chair and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Doreen Brennan (paraeducator) normal retirement with annual pension $12,007.61 and 100% joint & survivor benefit reducing to $10,758.82
• Christopher J. Merrill (police lieutenant) annual pension calculation of $71,659.20
• Sheryle Y. Perkins (paraeducator) deferred retirement effective June 22, 2024, payable November 24, 2025
• UBS Investment Review as new business item
• Four new employees hired: Griffin Bellavance (firefighter), Yelitza Brooks (community engagement), Melanie Concepcion (911 dispatcher), Jacob Fabry and Maximillian Kuczorski (firefighters)

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee (2020) will review and approve invoices totaling over $406,000 for work at Greeneville, Stanton, and Moriarty Elementary Schools. They are also scheduled to discuss the RFP for architect finalists for the Moriarty and Uncas schools and to set the interview schedule. Additionally, the committee will discuss the schedule for a Project Manager RFP specifically for Uncas School. An executive session may be held to discuss these matters.

• Approve $181,095.55 invoice from DRA for Greeneville Elementary School
• Approve $168,424.67 invoice from DRA for Stanton Elementary School
• Approve $19,523.20 invoice from CSG for Moriarty School
• Discuss RFP for architect finalists for Moriarty and Uncas schools (possible executive session)
• Discuss schedule for Project Manager RFP for Uncas School

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for a drive-thru restaurant in a flood hazard area. The body will also review a site plan for play area improvements at the Integrated Day Charter School.

• Special Permit SP#24-07: Proposed drive-thru restaurant at 174 West Town Street
• Site Plan SDP #1056/CAM#24-01: Walking track and play areas at 3 Crown Street
• Postponed: Public hearing for cannabis facility at 105 Stonington Road moved to October 22, 2024

City Council

The Council is holding a public hearing and voting on the process to discontinue a 1,500-foot section of Lawler Lane as a highway. Additionally, the body is considering an application for $4,000,000 in state grant funding for environmental remediation at 26 Shipping Street.

• Public hearing on closing Lawler Lane from the Northwest corner of 185 Lawler Lane to the Southeast corner of 256 Lawler Lane
• Proposed $4,000,000 brownfield grant application for remediation of 26 Shipping Street
• Proposed use of 26 Shipping Street for a replacement wastewater pumping station

The Council unanimously adopted a resolution to begin the process of discontinuing a portion of Lawler Lane from 185 to 256 Lawler Lane, approximately 1,500 feet, and referred it to the Commission on the City Plan. The resolution authorizes the City Manager to assist with the process, including a survey by Boundaries, LLC, and reserves utility rights. A separate resolution to apply for a $4,000,000 brownfield grant for 26 Shipping Street was withdrawn unanimously.

• Adopted resolution to discontinue Lawler Lane portion (unanimous)
• Referred Lawler Lane discontinuance to Commission on the City Plan
• Withdrew brownfield grant application resolution for 26 Shipping Street (unanimous)

Senior Affairs Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Norwich Senior Affairs Commission with no specific action items listed. The agenda includes reports from the Director of Human Services, the Manager of the Senior Center, and the Chairperson, as well as public comment and approval of prior minutes.

Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee

The Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee will review the June 30, 2024 Fiduciary Oversight Report and the Treasurer's report for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, showing a total ending balance of $3,908,646.53. The committee will discuss input from the five volunteer fire departments on potential changes to the VFFRF plan and consider recommendations for investment changes. Routine business includes approval of prior minutes, election of officers for 2025, and scheduling regular meetings for 2025.

• Review of June 30, 2024 Fiduciary Oversight Report from USI Consulting
• Treasurer's report for quarter ended June 30, 2024 showing $3,908,646.53 total balance
• Discussion of input from five volunteer fire departments on potential plan changes
• Consideration of Rodger Metzger's recommendations for investment changes
• Election of officers for 2025 and scheduling of 2025 regular meetings

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The committee will meet to review public works project updates and property disposition. No specific contracts or ordinances are listed for decision.

• Public Works project updates
• Property disposition

The Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee unanimously approved the July 15, 2024 minutes. No new business or substantive decisions were made; the meeting included citizen comments and project updates only.

• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC Joint Budget & Finance Committee will meet to review proposed 2025 capital and salary/benefits budgets for the municipal electric cooperative. The committee will also approve minutes from July and hear public comment. No dollar amounts were listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period
• Approve minutes of July 24, 2024 meeting
• Review proposed 2025 CMEEC Capital Budget
• Review proposed 2025 CMEEC Budget for Salary and Benefits

The Joint Budget and Finance Committee reviewed the proposed 2025 CMEEC capital budget and salary/benefits budgets, but took no formal votes on them. The committee approved the minutes of the July 24, 2024 meeting and adjourned. Updates were provided on 2023 capital projects, including the completion of the fire suppression system and withdrawal of the WWTP transfer.

• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed proposed 2025 capital budget (no vote)
• Reviewed proposed 2025 salary and benefits budget (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet to hear appeals regarding motor vehicle assessments from the October 1, 2023 Grand List. Residents must have submitted a completed application by September 10, 2024, to receive an appointment.

• Hearings for motor vehicle assessments on the October 1, 2023 Grand List

The Board of Assessment Appeals held hearings on nine property assessment appeals on September 12, 2024. All appeals were denied with no change to the assessments, and one appellant (Claude Moncrieffe) did not appear. The board adjourned at 5:05 pm.

• Denied appeal of Claude Moncrieffe (2010 Chevrolet Express) - no change (no show)
• Denied appeal of Carol Interrante (2014 Honda Accord Sport) - no change
• Denied appeal of Henry Kopij (2023 Tesla Model Y) - no change
• Denied appeal of Paula Campbell (2019 Ram Promaster) - no change
• Denied appeal of D. Thurston Lillibridge (2005 Kenwood T800) - no change
• Denied appeal of Donald Latham Jr. (2005 Ford F350 Superduty) - no change
• Denied appeal of Guy Palazzo (2008 Toyota Solara) - no change
• Denied appeal of Guy Palazzo (2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI) - no change

Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee - Disbanded Feb 01, 2025

The Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee will discuss old business including a NPW report, the mountain bike program, 2024 ideas and goals, and trail painting/marking. The meeting also includes citizen comment, approval of prior minutes, a financial report, and a letter from Mr. Tripping. No major decisions or new ordinances are on the agenda.

• Mountain Bike Program update
• Trail painting/marking discussion
• NPW (Norwich Public Works) report
• Letter from Mr. Tripping under official correspondence
• Ideas & Goals for 2024 review

The September 12, 2024 meeting of the Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or business conducted.

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Watercourses & Conservation Commission will hold a hybrid regular meeting on September 12, 2024. The main item is an application (IWWCC #24-10) from Belmont Homes LLC to build a new single-family home in the Upland Review Area at 36 Huntington Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from August 1 and receive updates on violations.

• IWWCC #24-10: Application for new single-family home at 36 Huntington Avenue (Assessor's Map 50, Block 1, Lot 30, Zone R-20) in the Upland Review Area
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024 meeting
• Communications and violations updates

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The Public Safety Committee will discuss ongoing business including pager dead zones, dispatch and radio system upgrades, a panhandling ordinance, and ATV issues. Members will also receive updates from police, fire, emergency medical services, and emergency management.

• Pager dead zone issues in the city
• Dispatch and radio systems upgrades update
• Panhandling ordinance discussion
• ATV issues in Norwich
• Department updates from police, fire, American Ambulance, and emergency management

The Public Safety Committee heard updates on speed camera feasibility, pager issues, and department reports. Police Chief Daley requested future agenda time to discuss acquiring an armored vehicle for $33,700, possibly using ARP funds. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed speed camera process; no action taken
• Discussed armored vehicle purchase ($33,700 quote); no action taken
• Discussed panhandling ordinance draft; to be presented next meeting
• Discussed pager programming issues; vendor to return

Housing Authority

The Board will consider resolutions to set rent and utility payment standards effective October 1, 2024. Members will also review a contract for audit services for fiscal years 2025–2027. The meeting includes reports on vacancies, modernization, and housing availability for veterans.

• Resolution R-24-09-1697: Contract for audit services (FY 2025–2027) with Maletta & Company
• Resolution R-24-09-1698: Federal Flat Rent schedule effective October 1, 2024
• Resolution R-24-09-1699: Housing Choice Voucher Program Payment Standards effective October 1, 2024
• Resolution R-24-09-1700: Utility Allowance Schedule for Housing Choice Voucher Program effective October 1, 2024
• Discussion on housing availability for Veterans

The Norwich Housing Authority Board approved several resolutions, including a three-year audit services contract with Maletta & Company, the purchase of a maintenance vehicle from Tasca Ford, and amendments to the Personnel Policy for Family and Medical Leave to comply with state law. They also approved the Federal Flat Rent schedule, Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards, and a Utility Allowance Schedule, all effective October 1, 2024. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved audit services contract with Maletta & Company for FY2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved Federal Flat Rent schedule effective Oct 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards effective Oct 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Utility Allowance Schedule for HCV program effective Oct 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of maintenance vehicle from Tasca Ford (unanimous)
• Amended Personnel Policy Article 11.5 for Family and Medical Leave (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 bills (unanimous)
• Received communications and reports as noted

Youth Service Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will approve prior meeting minutes, recap the Summer/Youth Karaoke event, and discuss fall programming and updates. The meeting is primarily procedural and planning-focused, with no votes on ordinances or contracts.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Recap of Summer/Youth Karaoke event
• Discussion of fall programming and updates

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The regularly scheduled September 10, 2024 meeting of the Rehabilitation Review Committee has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Norwich Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular hybrid meeting on September 10, 2024, to discuss and decide on three variance requests. These include a continued request to enlarge a nonconforming residential building in a General Commercial zone, and requests for setback reductions for a home addition and a garage/shed construction. The board will also accept meeting minutes from August 13 and hear staff updates.

• V#24-07 (continued): 15 Clinton Ave – request to enlarge nonconforming residential use with a 14x24 ft addition in GC zone
• V#24-08: 68 North Wawecus Hill Road – request to reduce front yard setback from 60 ft to 45 ft for a 20x39 ft addition
• V#24-09: 12 Mopsic Street – request multiple setbacks reductions and lot coverage increase for a 24x24 ft garage and 10x16 ft shed
• Acceptance of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Committee will meet to receive updates and reports from five subcommittees. These groups focus on areas including workforce equity, data collection, community engagement, professional development, and budget advocacy.

• Work Force Equity & Work Place Inclusion report
• Data Collection & Dissemination report
• Direct Services & Community Engagement report
• Impactful Learning & Professional Development report
• Budget Equity & Legislative advocacy report

The Norwich Health Equity Committee approved the minutes of the August 12, 2024 meeting and agreed to a new approach for distributing and compiling survey responses for the Community Health Needs Assessment. Members will send pertinent questions to subject-matter experts, compile answers into one survey per organization, and add a universal 'if not, why?' question. Kate Milne will create the final survey, with responses due by the next meeting on October 21, 2024.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to distribute survey questions to subject-matter experts and compile responses per organization
• Agreed to add 'if not, why?' question to each survey segment
• Assigned Kate Milne to create final survey within one week
• Set deadline for committee members to submit completed surveys by October 21, 2024

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for September 9, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The committee is meeting to review old business regarding a playground and a blight report. The agenda also includes discussions on 2025 events, a strategic plan, and progress on a diner.

• Playground swings and painting
• Blight Report
• 2025 Events
• Strategic Plan
• Diner progress

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to increase FY 2023-24 appropriations by $3,622,786 for Norwich Public Schools (special education costs) and $136,100 for the City Consolidation District (overtime and replacement costs), funded by unassigned fund balance. The council will also consider accepting easements and a deed from NCDC for the Occum Industrial Center subdivision and amending American Rescue Plan Act allocations to redirect $250,000 toward Marina Restaurant rehabilitation.

• Ordinance to increase General Fund appropriation by $3,622,786 for school special education tuition and transportation
• Ordinance to increase City Consolidation District appropriation by $136,100 for overtime and replacement costs
• Acceptance of utility easements from NCDC for the Occum Industrial Center at 145 Taftville-Occum Road, 432 Canterbury Turnpike, and 180 Lawler Lane
• Acceptance of deed for 25.05 acres of open space plus conservation and drainage easements from NCDC
• Amendment of ARPA allocations reprogramming $250,000 from six existing projects to a new project (ARP70) for Marina Restaurant rehab

The Norwich City Council approved an ordinance increasing FY2023-24 appropriations by $3,622,786 for the General Fund (for Norwich Public Schools special education costs) and $136,100 for the City Consolidation District (for overtime and replacement costs), with a 6-1 vote. The council also unanimously accepted easement and deed tenders from NCDC for the Occum Industrial Center subdivision, and postponed an ARPA allocation amendment to October 7. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a proclamation and an executive session.

• Approved $3,622,786 General Fund and $136,100 CCD appropriation increase (6-1)
• Accepted NCDC utility easement agreements for Occum Industrial Center (unanimous)
• Accepted NCDC open space, conservation, and drainage easements (unanimous)
• Postponed ARPA allocation amendment to October 7, 2024 (unanimous)
• Appointed Cullan Riley to Inland Wetlands Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 5 and August 19, 2024 (unanimous)

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for August 28, 2024 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 25, 2024. This notice is purely procedural; no business items were transacted.

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review reports and discuss new business. Agenda items include a consultant, a retirement proclamation, and details for a fishing tournament and derby.

• Consultant Geoff Steadman
• Proclamation for Ulysses Hammon retirement
• Fishing Tournament details
• Fishing Derby details
• Discussion regarding a car in the Shetucket River

The Norwich Harbor Management Commission unanimously approved the July 2024 financial report and the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (with a correction). They discussed pending grant applications for the Heritage Walkway Project and Howard T. Brown Park Dock Completion, awaiting decisions from the CT Port Authority. The commission also discussed a moored boat concern in the Thames River and planned a fishing tournament for September 2025.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Accepted July 2024 financial report (unanimous roll call)
• Agreed Chair Braddock will contact Harbor Master about moored boat notifications
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule: every 4th Tuesday, no December meeting

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Redevelopment Agency for Monday, August 26, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet on September 12, 2024, solely to hear appeals regarding motor vehicle assessments on the October 1, 2023 Grand List. Residents must submit completed application forms by 4:30pm on September 10, 2024, to be scheduled for an appointment. The meeting is held at City Hall, Room 335.

• Hearing appeals for motor vehicle assessments on the 2023 Grand List
• Application deadline: September 10, 2024, at 4:30pm
• Meeting date: September 12, 2024, 4:30–5:30pm at City Hall, 100 Broadway, Room 335

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The regular meeting of the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative and Connecticut Transmission Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative Joint Boards of Directors has been cancelled. No business will be conducted on that date.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 556) for window replacement at 142 McKinley Avenue. Following the hearing, the commission will vote on the COA and discuss other business including approval of minutes from June 24, 2024, and the chairman's report.

• Public hearing on COA 556 for window replacement at 142 McKinley Avenue (Evan Hall)
• Action on COA(s) after public hearing
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2024 special meeting
• Chairman's report and old/new business

The Norwich Historic District Commission met on August 21, 2024, but took no action on certificates of appropriateness (COAs). The only formal vote was to approve the minutes of the May 28, 2024 special meeting. Discussion covered a window replacement at 142 McKinley Avenue (outside the historic district), foundation work at the Joseph Carpenter Silversmith Shop without a COA, and other potential COA matters.

• Approved minutes of May 28, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
• No action taken on COA applications
• Noted COA for Joseph Carpenter Silversmith Shop foundation work not in place
• Scheduled next meeting for September 18, 2024

Golf Course Authority

The Norwich Golf Course Authority will review minutes, discuss a flooding issue on Hole #2, and receive financial reports. The meeting also includes updates on the restaurant operation, a bridge project on Hole #9, and various committee reports.

• Discussion of Hole #2 fairway flooding issue with David Dibattista and Bill Warzecha
• Receipt and review of Financial Reports
• Update on restaurant operation by Jason Bromley of Caddy Shack II
• Bridge Project update for Hole #9
• Review of 2025 Meeting Calendar

Personnel & Pension Board

The Personnel & Pension Board will review and act on numerous retirement applications and pension calculations for city employees, including public safety personnel. They will also consider refunds of pension contributions for terminated employees, approve extensions of eligibility lists, and admit new employees into the retirement fund.

• Retirement applications for 8 employees including police detectives, sergeants, and paraeducators
• Pension calculations for 8 retirees, including $96,629 for Deputy Police Chief Corey Poore
• Domestic relations order reduces Corey Poore's pension to $61,867.73 for Jana Zoellner
• Refund of pension contributions totaling over $36,000 for four terminated employees
• Extensions of eligibility lists for Truck, Auto & Equip. Mechanic and Fire Inspector positions

The Personnel & Pension Board approved issuing a request for proposals (RFP) to replace Comerica as trustee and custodian of the pension and OPEB funds, citing difficulties with statements and accounting. The board also adjusted pensions for two retirees due to outside earnings, approved eight retirement applications, and approved pension calculations for eight retirees. Additionally, it approved refunds for four terminated employees and extended two eligibility lists.

• Approved RFP for trustee/custodial services to replace Comerica (all in favor)
• Reduced Peter F. Casey's annual pension to $23,048.09 from $25,651.68 (all in favor)
• Suspended William Nash's pension benefit (all in favor)
• Approved 8 retirement applications (all in favor)
• Approved 8 pension calculations (all in favor)
• Approved 4 refund/rollover applications (all in favor)
• Extended Truck, Auto & Equip. Mechanic eligibility list 6 months (all in favor)
• Extended Fire Inspector eligibility list 6 months (all in favor)

School Building Committee (2020)

The committee will review and possibly approve a districtwide enrollment projection proposal from MP Planning Group. It will also consider a consent agenda that includes over $513,000 in invoices from CSG, DRA, and Downes for work at Greeneville, Stanton, and Moriarty schools.

• Review and possible approval of MP Planning Group Districtwide Enrollment Projection Proposal
• Consent agenda with invoices: CSG ($52,458.06 total), DRA ($429,002.42 total), Downes ($32,000 total)
• Reports from CSG on enrollment peer review, DRA, and Downes
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024
• Public comment period

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will discuss a referral from the City Council to begin the process of closing a portion of Lawler Lane, and will go into executive session for pending litigation. A continued public hearing for a proposed cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 105 Stonington Road has been postponed to the September 17 meeting at the applicant's request.

• Referral from City Council to begin the process of closing a portion of Lawler Lane
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2024, and Special Meeting/Site Walk July 25, 2024
• Executive session for pending litigation
• Continued public hearing for SP#24-05 (cannabis facility at 105 Stonington Road) moved to September 17

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The regular meeting of the Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee scheduled for August 19, 2024 has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

City Council

The Norwich City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two competing ordinances to amend the existing $385 million school construction bond — one decreasing the appropriation and borrowing to $342 million and the other increasing it to $435 million. The Council will also consider a resolution to accept a brownfield cleanup grant, an ordinance for additional FY2023-24 appropriations, and a sidewalk cost-sharing program.

• Public hearing and second reading on ordinance to reduce school construction bond from $385M to $342M
• Public hearing and second reading on ordinance to increase school construction bond from $385M to $435M
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to accept state brownfield cleanup grant for redevelopment project
• New business ordinance for additional FY2023-24 appropriations to General Fund and City Consolidation District
• Resolution to participate in cost-sharing program for concrete sidewalk construction

The Norwich City Council unanimously voted to withdraw two ordinances that would have amended the voter-approved $385 million school construction program—one to decrease the appropriation to $342 million and another to increase it to $435 million. The council also adopted resolutions to begin the process of discontinuing a portion of Lawler Lane, approved sidewalk reimbursement for two properties, and accepted a $4 million state grant for brownfield cleanup. No final action was taken on the school budget amendments, leaving the original $385 million ordinance in effect.

• Withdrew ordinance to decrease school construction appropriation to $342M (unanimous)
• Withdrew ordinance to increase school construction appropriation to $435M (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to discontinue portion of Lawler Lane, public hearing set for Sept 16 (unanimous)
• Adopted sidewalk reimbursement resolution for 20 and 22 Oak St, $50/linear foot (unanimous)
• Accepted $4M state grant for brownfield cleanup at Fifth Street End of the Canal (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Sept 3 on additional FY2023-24 appropriations (unanimous)

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission is holding a special meeting to review cases. The agenda consists of procedural items and case reviews.

• Case reviews

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission decided to hear cases involving tenants under eviction, on a case-by-case basis. They tabled Judy Hersey's case against Vernon Capital until she receives written notice of a rent increase. They declined to intervene in Ceferina Leon's case against the Norwich Housing Authority, allowing the eviction to proceed.

• Decided to hear cases under eviction on a case-by-case basis
• Tabled Judy Hersey's case until written rent increase notice
• Declined to intervene in Ceferina Leon's case against NHA

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will discuss and act on referred referendum questions regarding the school construction program budget. This includes proposals to either decrease the appropriation to $342,000,000 or increase it to $435,000,000.

• Proposal to increase appropriation and borrowing authorization from $385,000,000 to $435,000,000
• Proposal to decrease appropriation and borrowing authorization to $342,000,000
• Construction of four new elementary schools at Moriarty Environmental Sciences Magnet School, John B. Stanton School, Uncas School, and former Greeneville School sites
• Renovation or replacement of Teachers Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School
• Conversion and renovation of Samuel Huntington School for central offices and adult education

The School Building Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council not send either of the two proposed bonding ordinance amendments to referendum. The decision was based on consultant CSG's presentation indicating the school construction program could be completed within the original $385 million budget. The committee's recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration.

• Recommended against sending either bonding ordinance amendment to referendum (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recommend no referendum on decreasing appropriation to $342M (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recommend no referendum on increasing appropriation to $435M (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Board will vote on Resolution R-24-08-1694 to enter into a contract with Eastern Connecticut Area Agency on Aging for the Federal Resident Services Program from October 2024 through September 2025. They will also receive reports on maintenance (replacing a dump body and staining decks), vacancies, and housing for veterans. Public comment is open.

• Resolution R-24-08-1694 to contract with Senior Resources Agency on Aging for the Federal Resident Services Program (October 2024–September 2025)
• Memo from Maintenance Supervisor recommending replacement of the dump body on vehicle 77 NO
• Memo from Maintenance Supervisor recommending staining rear decks at Sunset Park
• Vacancy Report and Housing Choice Voucher Portfolio Report as of August 1, 2024
• Executive Director report on housing availability for veterans

The Board approved a change order to replace decks at the Dorsey Building as part of the exterior upgrade project, and approved a one-time 0.50% wage increase for employees in the CT Paid Family and Medical Leave program. They also approved a contract with Senior Resources for the Resident Services Program and several maintenance actions.

• Approved Resolution R-24-08-1694: contract with Senior Resources for Resident Services Program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-24-08-1695: change order to replace Dorsey Building decks (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-24-08-1696: one-time 0.50% wage increase for employees in CT PFML program (unanimous)
• Approved replacing dump body on vehicle 77 NO with NESS Automotive (unanimous)
• Approved proposal from BC Industries to stain rear decks at Sunset Park (unanimous)
• Approved bills for July 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The regularly scheduled Public Safety Committee meeting for August 14, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Rehabilitation Review Committee for August 13, 2024, has been cancelled.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and possibly decide on a request to allow enlargement of a building at 15 Clinton Ave that is a nonconforming residential use in the General Commercial zone. The applicant seeks relief from Zoning Regulations Section 4.8.3 to construct a 14 ft x 24 ft addition and expand the nonconforming use. The meeting will also cover approval of June 11, 2024 minutes and staff updates.

• V# 24-07: 15 Clinton Ave — request for zoning relief to add 14 ft x 24 ft addition to nonconforming residential building in GC zone; applicants Russell Palazzo and Wendi Marceau

Health Equity Committee

The committee will receive updates from the chair and hear report outs from six subcommittees covering workforce equity, data collection, direct services, learning, and budget advocacy. They will also discuss suggestions for guest speakers. No binding decisions or votes are on the agenda; the meeting includes citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Report from Workforce Equity & Workplace Inclusion subcommittee (Cathy Special, Dr. Qureshi, Laura Dietrich)
• Report from Data Collection & Dissemination subcommittee (Patrick McCormack, Dr. Walia, Dr. McClaine)
• Report from Direct Services & Community Engagement subcommittee (Joseph Zuzel, Kate Milde)
• Report from Impactful Learning & Professional Development subcommittee (Chief Patrick Daley, Dr. Walia)
• Discussion of guest speaker suggestions

Ethics Commission

The Norwich Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024, was cancelled because no agenda items were submitted. The cancellation was announced by Chair Scott Camassar.

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee will review its strategic plan and discuss ongoing blight issues. The meeting also covers approval of minutes and reimbursements. Most items are procedural or discussion-only with no binding decisions.

• Old Business: Discussion of blight in the neighborhood
• New Business: Review of the Strategic Plan
• New Business: Discuss reimbursements

City Council

The Norwich City Council will consider several resolutions, including applying for up to $4 million in federal lead-based paint hazard control funds, accepting a $256,773 federal firefighter grant requiring a $25,677 local match, and increasing the curbing reimbursement rate to $50 per linear foot. A public hearing is set for August 19 on a cost-sharing program to construct concrete sidewalks.

• Increase granite curbing reimbursement rate from $21.50 to $50 per linear foot (Resolution #1)
• Approve cost-sharing for concrete sidewalks at 20 and 22 Oak Street ($6,835 city cost) with a public hearing on August 19 (Resolution #2)
• Accept $256,773 federal firefighter grant for training and thermal cameras with a $25,677 local match (Resolution #3)
• Accept deed in lieu of foreclosure for 20R Huntington Lane (5.1 acres, taxes owed $662.87) (Resolution #4)
• Authorize application for up to $4 million in lead-based paint hazard control grant from HUD (Resolution #5)

The Norwich City Council unanimously approved increasing the granite curbing reimbursement rate from $21.50 to $50.00 per linear foot for the Curbing Reimbursement Program. It also set a public hearing for August 19 on sidewalk projects for two properties, accepted a federal firefighter training grant, accepted a deed in lieu of foreclosure, authorized a HUD lead paint grant application, and referred a road discontinuance to the City Plan Commission. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved increase of granite curbing reimbursement from $21.50 to $50.00 per linear foot (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Aug 19 on sidewalk projects at 20 and 22 Oak Street (unanimous)
• Accepted $256,773.18 federal firefighter training grant with $25,677.32 local match (unanimous)
• Accepted deed in lieu of foreclosure for 20R Huntington Lane (unanimous)
• Authorized application for up to $4M HUD lead-based paint hazard control grant (unanimous)
• Referred Lawler Lane road discontinuance to City Plan Commission, public hearing Sept 17 (unanimous)
• Reappointed three members to Building Code Board of Appeals (unanimous)

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Watercourses & Conservation Commission will consider application IWWCC #24-09 for maintenance activities at 45 Salem Turnpike, including removal and re-grading of overgrown vegetation in Ford Brook. Other agenda items include approval of July 11 minutes, communications, and updates on violations.

• IWWCC #24-09: Application for maintenance activities (removal, disposal, re-grading) in Ford Brook at 45 Salem Turnpike, within a regulated wetland and upland review area (Map 115, Block 1, Lot 22, Zone PC).

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss a maintenance application for Ford Brook. The body will also review minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting and receive new applications.

• Application #24-09: Maintenance, removal, disposal, and re-grading of vegetated areas in Ford Brook at 45 Salem Turnpike

The commission unanimously approved IWWCC #24-09, allowing maintenance activities at 45 Salem Turnpike to remove sediment and re-grade Ford Brook to reduce flooding. The approval includes conditions from the plan review memo and city engineer comments, and is valid for five years. A new application for 36 Huntington Avenue was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved IWWCC #24-09 for Ford Brook maintenance at 45 Salem Turnpike (unanimous)
• Determined IWWCC #24-09 is not a significant activity, no public hearing required (unanimous)
• Tabled IWWCC #24-10 for 36 Huntington Avenue until next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC/CTMEEC Joint Boards will hold a regular hybrid meeting to discuss operational reports and consider possible votes on the Five-Year Financial Plan Metrics Policy and non-material revisions to the 457(b) plan. Public comment period is included.

• Possible vote to approve the Five-Year Financial Plan Metrics Policy
• Possible vote on resolution authorizing non-material revisions to the Governmental 457(b) Plan
• June 2024 Energy Market Update and Project Portfolio Summary
• Budget & Finance Committee report and Risk Management Committee report
• Public comment period and approval of prior meeting minutes

The joint CMEEC/CTMEEC boards approved the Five-Year Financial Plan Metrics Policy as recommended by the Budget & Finance Committee, and also approved non-material revisions to the 457(b) Plan and Trust Agreement. The June 2024 meeting minutes were approved unanimously. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 10:45 a.m.

• Approved Five-Year Financial Plan Metrics Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing Non-Material Revisions to 457(b) Plan and Trust Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan is conducting a site walk for a special permit application (SP#24-05) for a three-phase cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 105 Stonington Road. The public hearing was opened on July 16, 2024, and will continue on August 20, 2024. No questions or testimony are taken during the site walk; attendees are asked to take notes for the continued hearing.

• Special Permit SP#24-05 for cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility
• Three-phase development with 2,100 sq. ft. modular construction trailers
• Proposed 9,600 sq. ft. building and two greenhouses
• Associated site improvements: driveway, fencing, septic, landscaping, parking, stormwater management
• Applicant: Nautilus Botanicals LLC; property owner: 105 Stonington Road LLC

The Commission on the City Plan conducted a site walk for a special permit application (SP#24-05) for a three-phase cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 105 Stonington Road. No decisions were made; the public hearing is continued to August 20, 2024.

• Conducted site walk for SP#24-05 (cannabis facility) — no action taken
• Continued public hearing to August 20, 2024

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for July 24, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee will meet to review second-quarter operating results, capital project status, and a draft five-year financial plan metrics policy. The agenda also includes a guest speaker from PFM Asset Management and discussion of the 2025 budget meeting schedule. No votes on binding items are scheduled; the meeting is largely informational and procedural.

• Guest speaker: PFM Asset Management
• Review of second-quarter operating results via Master Dashboard
• Review of capital project status
• Review of draft five-year financial plan metrics policy
• Review of meeting schedule for 2025 budget

The Joint Budget and Finance Committee recommended that the Boards of Directors approve the Five-Year Financial Plan Metrics Policy, which was drafted to focus on financial metrics. The committee also approved the minutes of the April 24, 2024 special meeting and reviewed second-quarter operating results, capital projects, and the 2025 budget schedule. No public comment was made.

• Recommended Board approval of Five-Year Financial Plan Metrics Policy (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 24, 2024 special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:09 a.m. (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The commission will review reports from the Harbor Master and financial officer. Members are scheduled to discuss a consultant, grant funding for the Heritage Walkway Overlook, and the completion of the Howard T. Brown Park Docks grant.

• Consultant Geoff Steadman
• Heritage Walkway Overlook grant
• Howard T. Brown Park Docks grant completion
• Fishing Derby Fundraiser discussion
• Status of car in Shetucket River

Redevelopment Agency

The Redevelopment Agency's regularly scheduled meeting for July 22, 2024 has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC / CTMEEC Joint Risk Management Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and hold an executive session. The session will focus on reviewing pro formas for existing and potential energy projects.

• Review of pro formas for Transmission Project #1 and Hydro Quebec
• Status review of potential solar project at new school facility (SNEW)
• Status review of potential Battery RFP project
• Status review of potential Pilot residential solar project

The Joint Risk Management Committee of CMEEC and CTMEEC held a regular hybrid meeting on July 18, 2024. They approved the minutes from the January 18, 2024 meeting unanimously. The committee entered executive session to discuss pro formas for certain projects, but no actions were taken during that session. In public session, they discussed a potential pilot residential solar project and a battery RFP project, agreeing to continue discussions at future meetings.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss pro formas for Transmission Project #1, Hydro Quebec, and potential solar project at SNEW
• Agreed to continue studying pilot residential solar project with CMEET and General Managers
• Agreed to revisit battery RFP project at future meeting

Fair Rent Commission

This is a special meeting of the Norwich Fair Rent Commission. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and case reviews, but no specific case details, dollar amounts, or proposed actions are listed. The meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Case reviews (no details provided in agenda)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes

Golf Course Authority

The Golf Course Authority will review financial reports and restaurant operations with Jason Bromley of Caddy Shack II. The body will also discuss specific course issues, including flooding at Hole #2 and a bridge project at Hole #9.

• Restaurant operation discussion with Jason Bromley, Caddy Shack II
• Hole #2 fairway flooding issue
• Hole #9 bridge project

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting of the Norwich Historic District Commission scheduled for July 17, 2024 has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items considered

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve the May 2024 minutes. The board will receive updates regarding the budget and programs and facilities.

• Budget update
• Program and facilities update

Personnel & Pension Board

The meeting scheduled for July 16, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

School Building Committee (2020)

The committee will receive reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes, including an analysis of enrollment projection impacts. Members will discuss potential scope changes and review a series of invoices for school projects.

• Report on enrollment projection impacts from CSG
• Potential action on proposed scope changes
• DRA invoices for Stanton ($205,010.74) and Greeneville ($184,403.77)
• CSG invoices for Moriarty ($19,523.20), Uncas ($15,000.00), Greeneville, and Stanton

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will hold public hearings and consider special permits for two new businesses. The body will also review a site plan for an apartment conversion.

• SP#24-05: Special Permit for cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 105 Stonington Road
• SP#24-06: Special Permit for a child care center at 57 Lafayette Street
• SDP #1055: Site Plan Review for five 2-bedroom apartments at 41 Boswell Avenue

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee will hold a meeting with a standard agenda including approval of minutes, citizen comments, and updates on public works projects and property disposition. No specific proposals, contracts, or ordinances are identified in the agenda, which consists largely of procedural items.

• Old Business includes Public Works Project Updates and Property Disposition, but no details provided in the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the preferred alternative for the Chelsea Harbor/Downtown Norwich Mobility Study from the Southeastern CT Council of Governments and VHB Consultants. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is an informational session only.

• Presentation of preferred alternative for Chelsea Harbor/Downtown Norwich Mobility Study by SCCOG/VHB Consultants

City Council

The Norwich City Council is considering two opposing ordinances to amend the school construction program bond authorization: one to decrease the appropriation and borrowing from $385 million to $342 million, and another to increase it to $435 million. The council will also vote on approving a new collective bargaining agreement with the UPSEU/COPS union for 2023–2028, with related budget transfers of $596,487 from contingency.

• Ordinance to decrease school construction bond authorization from $385,000,000 to $342,000,000
• Ordinance to increase school construction bond authorization from $385,000,000 to $435,000,000
• Approval of UPSEU/COPS collective bargaining agreement covering July 2023 through June 2028
• Budget transfers of $596,487 from contingency to cover union salaries, overtime, replacement costs, and fringe benefits

Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee - Disbanded Feb 01, 2025

The Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee will review NPW reports and trail painting plans. The agenda also includes welcoming new member Tracy Burto and approving May minutes.

• Welcome for new member Tracy Burto
• Mountain Bike Program discussion
• Trail Painting / Marking updates
• NPW Report review

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The commission will conduct a show cause hearing regarding unauthorized land disturbance at 520 Asylum Street Ext. The meeting also includes the receipt of new applications and reports, as well as the approval of minutes from the June 6, 2024, meeting.

• Show cause hearing for unauthorized land disturbance at 520 Asylum Street Ext.
• Receipt of new applications and reports
• Approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Plan of Conservation & Development Plan Implementation Committee

The committee will review updates from members regarding the Plan of Conservation and Development. Discussions will focus on moving forward with implementation goals, specifically starting with Live Goal 2, Strategy L2.2.

• Approval of October 12, 2021 minutes
• Committee member introductions and updates
• Discussion on POCD implementation strategies (Goal 2, Strategy L2.2)

Housing Authority

The board will review the June 12, 2024, meeting minutes and a letter from HUD regarding Section 8 management scores. The Executive Director will also present reports on vacancies, modernization, and procurement. Discussion is scheduled regarding housing availability for veterans.

• HUD Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) score report
• Q1 FY 2025 financial reports
• July 1, 2024 vacancy report
• Housing Choice Voucher Portfolio Report
• Discussion on housing availability for veterans

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The committee will discuss updates on dispatch and radio system upgrades, pager dead zones, and the panhandling ordinance. Representatives from police, emergency management, and several fire departments are scheduled to provide department updates.

• Update on dispatch and radio systems upgrades
• Discussion of pager dead zone issues
• Review of panhandling ordinance
• Updates from various local fire departments
• ATV issues discussion

Youth Service Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will review the May 2024 minutes and discuss summer programming. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a Youth Karaoke Event.

• Review and approval of May 2024 minutes
• Summer programming updates
• Youth Karaoke Event discussion

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Rehabilitation Review Committee for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The July 9, 2024, meeting of the Norwich Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to no applications being pending on the agenda.

Public Parking Commission

The Commission will review financial reports and a memo from the Comptroller. Members will also consider issuing two parking passes for the Norwich Courthouse and setting the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Issuance of two parking passes for the Norwich Courthouse
• Setting the 2025 regular meeting schedule

Ethics Commission

The Norwich Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 8, 2024, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to address. The cancellation notice was issued by Chair Scott D. Camassar. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee will discuss several local improvement projects. Agenda items include updates on fire hydrants and a flag project, as well as new business regarding a mural and sidewalk painting.

• Fire Hydrants
• Flag Project
• Mural
• Sidewalk Painting
• Street Flags repainting

City Council

The Council is reviewing a feasibility study for a new aquatic center and considering resolutions to reallocate over $510,000 from the Capital Improvement Fund. These changes would fund items such as fire equipment and crime scene software. The agenda also includes several appointments to various city commissions and boards.

• Reallocation of $510,743.69 in the Capital Improvement Fund for projects including Squad A replacement ($347,985.06)
• Amendment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocations to fund Squad A replacement
• Review of the Initial Aquatic Center Feasibility and Sustainability Study
• Appointments to several boards, including the Ethics Commission and City Plan Commission
• Authorization for the City Manager to accept a deed from East Great Plain Volunteer Fire Co. Inc.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Boards of Directors will review May 2024 energy market updates and project portfolio summaries. The meeting includes potential votes on a revised business travel policy and updated 457(b) retirement plan documents.

• Possible vote to approve Revised CMEEC Business Travel, Events and Retreats Policy
• Possible vote to approve the Revised CMEEC 457(b) Trust Agreement and Plan Document
• May 2024 Energy Market Update
• May 2024 Project Portfolio Summary

Golf Course Authority

The Authority will review the May 15, 2024, meeting minutes and financial reports. The agenda includes a discussion regarding flooding at the Hole #2 fairway. Reports from several committees and Caddy Shack II restaurant operations will also be presented.

• Hole #2 fairway flooding issue
• Caddy Shack II restaurant operation report
• Bridge Project – Hole #9 report
• Review of financial reports

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2024.

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will hold public hearings regarding several special permit applications. These include requests to construct two elementary schools and a private K-8 educational institution. The commission will also consider a multi-phase cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility.

• Elementary school construction at 164 & 165 Golden Street and Boswell Avenue
• Elementary school construction at 386 New London Turnpike
• Private K-8 educational institution at 40 Connecticut Avenue
• Cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility at 105 Stonington Road

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will review the Harbor Master report and financial report. New business includes discussions regarding grants for the Heritage Walkway and Howard T. Brown Park Docks. The agenda also addresses a car in the Shetucket River.

• Heritage Walkway grant
• Howard T. Brown Park Docks grant continuance
• National Night Out Event on August 6th
• Car in Shetucket River
• Lights in front of Police Station

Historic District Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding siding, windows, and building work at three locations. The meeting also includes approval of May 28 minutes and a chairman's report.

• Siding alteration/replacement at 26 Scotland Road
• Soffit, fascia, and new building work at 181 Broadway
• Window alterations/replacements at 161 Broadway

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Norwich Redevelopment Agency for June 24, 2024, has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement.

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission has scheduled a special meeting for June 20, 2024. The agenda consists of general procedural items and does not list specific cases, addresses, or new ordinances.

• Case reviews
• Procedural rules

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting of the Norwich Historic District Commission scheduled for June 19, 2024, has been canceled. The meeting was originally planned to be held via Zoom and in Room 319 of City Hall.

• Cancellation of the June 19, 2024, regular meeting

Personnel & Pension Board

The Personnel & Pension Board is reviewing pension refund and rollover applications for three former Board of Education employees. The board will also process a survivor benefit and admit five employees into the city retirement fund.

• Pension refund/rollover for Cindy Breton ($30,989.02)
• Pension refund for Sarah McCoy ($30,416.84)
• Pension refund for Ashley McKinney ($7,887.88)
• Annual survivor benefit of $10,960.77 for spouse of Susan B. Goldman
• Admission of five employees into the City of Norwich Employees’ Retirement Fund

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will review reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes. The committee will discuss potential action on RFPs for Moriarty and Uncas schools. The agenda also includes the consideration of various invoices for school projects.

• Discussion and potential action on RFPs for Moriarty and Uncas schools
• CSG invoices for Greeneville, Stanton, Moriarty, and Uncas schools
• DRA invoices for Greeneville and Stanton school projects

Commission on the City Plan

The Hybrid Regular meeting of the Commission on the City Plan scheduled for June 18, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting may be held on June 25, 2024, or another date to be determined.

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee will meet to review project updates and property disposition. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the Aquatics Center. No specific details for new business were provided in this agenda.

• Public Works Project Updates
• Property Disposition
• Aquatics Center

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to increase funding for tank aeration systems at Richard Brown Drive and Stanley Israelite Business Park. The council is also reviewing a $2,900,000 appropriation for water main improvements in Bozrah. Other business includes fund reallocations and grant applications for local projects.

• Increase appropriation to $2,000,000 for Richard Brown Drive tank aeration system
• Increase appropriation to $2,000,000 for Stanley Israelite Business Park tank aeration system
• Appropriate $2,900,000 for Utility Bridge and Water Main improvements in Bozrah
• Ordinance amending General Fund unassigned fund balance language
• Proposal for a billboard lease at 131 Lawler Lane

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Governance Committee will conduct a semi-annual review of its strategic plan. The committee will also discuss potential modifications to the CMEEC business travel, events, and retreats policy.

• Semi-Annual Review of Strategic Plan
• Discussion on modifying business travel, events, and retreats policy
• Discussion regarding recording of meetings
• Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of 2023 attendance reports

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

This document is a formal notice announcing the cancellation of the Regular Hybrid Meeting of the Joint Legislative & Governmental Affairs Committee originally scheduled for June 13, 2024.

• Cancellation of the June 13, 2024, committee meeting

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The committee will discuss updates regarding pager dead zone issues and radio system upgrades. The meeting also includes department updates from police, emergency management, and several fire departments.

• Pager dead zone issues update
• Dispatch and radio systems upgrades update
• City Manager's report on Fire Chiefs’ Meetings
• Updates from NPU, American Ambulance, and Police Department
• Updates from regional fire departments

Housing Authority

The board will consider Resolution R-24-06-1692 to award the Dorsey Building Exterior Upgrades project. The meeting also includes reports on housing availability for veterans and the Housing Choice Voucher Portfolio.

• Resolution R-22-06-1692 to award the Dorsey Building Exterior Upgrades project
• Review of bid responses from Capital Studio Architects regarding Dorsey Building upgrades
• Report on housing availability for veterans
• May 2024 bills and vacancy report

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The Rehabilitation Review Committee meeting scheduled for June 11, 2024, has been cancelled. This notice was issued on June 5, 2024.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Norwich Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and potentially decide on three variance requests. These applications involve modifications to side yard setbacks for home additions and a deck construction.

• 37 Russell Road: Side yard setback relief for a second floor addition
• 42 Jones Court: Second story addition on an existing home
• 147 Wawecus Hill Road: Side yard setback reduction for a new deck

Appoint/ReAppointment SubCommittee-Council

The Appointment & Re-appointment Sub-Committee will conduct interviews for candidates for the Board of Review, Greenville NRZ, and the Community Development Advisory Committee. The committee will also discuss potential candidates for several other city agencies.

• Interviews for Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review
• Interview for Greenville NRZ
• Interview for Community Development Advisory Committee
• Discussion on candidates for Commission on the City Plan and Ethics Commission
• Discussion on candidates for Uncas Health District, Senior Affairs, and Personnel & Pension

Health Equity Committee

The committee will hear progress reports from six sub-committees covering various health equity focus areas. The meeting also includes chair updates and a call for guest speaker suggestions.

• Sub-committee report on workforce equity and workplace inclusion
• Sub-committee report on data collection and dissemination
• Sub-committee report on direct services and community engagement
• Sub-committee report on impactful learning and professional development
• Sub-committee report on budget equity and legislative advocacy

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Norwich City Council is scheduled to vote on finalizing the city’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, appropriations ordinance, and tax levy ordinance. These measures allocate funds for the General Fund, Capital Budget, and Department of Public Utilities while setting new real estate, personal property, and motor vehicle tax rates. The agenda also outlines payment deadlines starting July 1, 2024, and establishes late-payment interest at 1.5 percent monthly or $2.00.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 city budget covering general, capital, and utility funds
• Approval of the appropriations ordinance for FY 2024-25
• Establishment of a 32.29-mill tax on real estate and personal property
• New motor vehicle tax set at 32.46 mills per dollar
• Payment schedule requiring first installments by July 1, 2024, with late fees of 1.5% monthly or $2.00

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The commission will review applications for new elementary school construction at 164+165 Golden Street and 386 New London Turnpike. The meeting also includes a show cause hearing regarding unauthorized land disturbance at 520 Asylum Street Ext.

• Show cause hearing for unauthorized land disturbance at 520 Asylum Street Ext.
• Application #24-06 for new elementary school construction at 164+165 Golden Street and Boswell Avenue
• Application #24-07 for new elementary school construction at 386 New London Turnpike

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The committee will host a guest speaker regarding lead abatement. The meeting also includes updates on the Recovery Lounge at Divine Providence Church, new planters, and fire hydrants.

• Lead Abatement presentation
• Recovery Lounge at Divine Providence Church update
• New Planters Update
• Fire Hydrants

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, appropriations ordinance, and tax levy ordinance. The body is also considering an increase in funding for a lead copper service line replacement program.

• Proposed increase of appropriation and bond authorization from $500,000 to $2,000,000 for lead copper service line replacement planning
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, appropriations ordinance, and tax levy ordinance
• Proposed real estate and personal property tax of 32.29 mills on the October 1, 2023 list
• Proposed motor vehicle tax of 32.46 mills on the October 1, 2023 list
• Authorization for the City Manager to accept a deed for property owned by Highridge Associates Limited Partnership

City Council & Board of Education Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council and Board of Education School Budget Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a budget recommendation for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The committee will also review minutes from the May 16, 2024, meeting.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding FY 2024-25 School Budget

Harbor Management Commission

The commission is meeting to review reports and discuss new business including grant applications and event planning. The agenda includes updates on the Heritage Walkway and Howard T. Brown Park docks.

• Consultant Geoff Steadman
• Fireworks scheduled for July 5th (Rain date July 8th)
• Grant for Heritage Walkway
• Grant for continuance of Howard T. Brown Park Docks
• Investigation of lights at the Police Station

Historic District Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding proposed changes to several properties. These include wood trim, fencing, roofing, and a pool deck. The meeting also includes approval of April 2024 minutes.

• Wood trim alteration at 380 Washington Street
• Perimeter fence at 17 Huntington Lane
• Roofing alteration at 10 Elm Avenue
• Pool deck proposal at 193 Broadway

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Boards of Directors will meet to review operational reports from April 2024. The session includes updates on the energy market, project portfolios, and reports from the Audit and Legislative and Governmental Affairs committees.

• April 2024 Energy Market Update
• April 2024 Project Portfolio Summary
• Audit Committee Report
• Legislative and Governmental Affairs Committee Report
• MEU Roundtable

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for May 22, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2024.

Personnel & Pension Board

The board will review retirement applications for the Director of Human Resources, a Police Sergeant, and a Deputy Chief of Police. The meeting also includes reviewing pension calculations, contribution refunds or rollovers, and the admission of employees into the retirement fund.

• City Council re-appointment of Robert Pounch as Regular Member
• Retirement applications for Brigid K. Marks, Harrison J. Formiglio, and Corey Poore
• Pension calculations for Ruthanne Collins ($5,048.76), Khanh Eckholm ($4,541.93), and Jennifer Peabody ($55,381.89)
• Pension contribution refunds or rollovers for Fabienne Brutus-Chiocchio ($5,914.27), Lucas Girard ($17,058.71), Karen Rankowitz ($10,679.57), and Gianna Valera ($4,887.22)
• Admission of 12 employees into the City of Norwich Employees’ Retirement Fund

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee is holding a special hybrid meeting. The primary item for discussion is the PY50 CDBG Allocation.

• Discussion of PY50 CDBG Allocation

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will review RFP results in executive session and select a Commissioning Agent. The body will also consider several invoices for project work.

• Selection of Commissioning Agent
• Invoice for CSG (Greeneville #14): $10,680.02
• Invoice for CSG (Stanton #14): $10,555.46
• Invoice for DRA (Greeneville #7): $119,887.46
• Invoice for DRA (Stanton #7): $127,967.55

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will consider a site plan application to convert a restaurant at 146 West Town Street into a storage rental facility, and will review a referral from the City Council for a $2.9 million bond to fund utility bridge and water main improvements in Bozrah. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 19, 2024.

• Site plan application SDP#1054 for 146 West Town Street: change of use from restaurant to storage rental facility
• Referral: Ordinance appropriating $2,900,000 for utility bridge and water main improvements in Bozrah
• Issuance of $2,900,000 revenue bonds secured by water revenue
• Authorization for City and Department of Public Utilities to enter into grant and loan agreements with the State of Connecticut

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee will meet to review project updates and property disposition. The body will discuss the Aquatics Center and artwork for the Franklin Square Roundabout. A new item on the agenda is the installation of a four-way stop at Hickory and Golden Streets.

• Four-way stop at Hickory & Golden Streets
• Aquatics Center discussion
• Artwork for Franklin Square Roundabout
• Property Disposition

Senior Affairs Commission

The agenda consists of procedural items and standard reports. It includes updates from the Director of Human Services and the Director of Senior Center. No specific projects or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Director of Human Services Report
• Director of Senior Center Report

City Council

The Norwich City Council will hold an informational meeting to hear a presentation and engage in discussion regarding Dodd Stadium.

• Presentation and discussion of Dodd Stadium by Glenn Carberry

City Council

The City Council will discuss safety improvements to Route 82 (West Main Street) and the potential transfer of Crane Avenue from the state. The body is also considering the acquisition of Marina Towers and funding for a lead copper service line replacement program.

• Proposed transfer of Crane Avenue from the State of CT DOT to the City
• Route 82 safety improvements including a roundabout at Osgood Street and Asylum/Mechanic Street
• Authorization to negotiate purchase and sales agreement for Marina Towers
• Motion to increase appropriation from $500,000 to $2,000,000 for lead copper service line replacement planning
• Amendment of existing American Rescue Plan Act allocations

Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee

The committee is reviewing actuarial valuations, investment results, and potential changes to the relief fund plan. Members will also consider investment recommendations and approve projected revenues and expenditures for fiscal year 2024-25.

• Review of January 1, 2024 actuarial valuation by Milliman
• Review of March 31, 2024 investment results by USI Consulting
• Refund for Paul W. Bartha (EGP) of $864 plus $29.87 interest
• Refund for Ryan Mocek (Yantic) of $1,344 plus $211.78 interest
• Review of cost and tax impact regarding changes to the VFFRF plan

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Redevelopment Agency for Monday, May 20, 2024, has been cancelled.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the February 1, 2024 meeting. The session includes a legislative update from Timothy Shea of BrownRudnick.

• Approval of February 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Connecticut General Assembly update by Timothy Shea

Sachem Fund Board

The Sachem Fund Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the status of available funds. Members will consider the deobligation of unspent funds and establish the priorities and schedule for a Request for Proposals (RFP) solicitation.

• Consideration of deobligation of unspent funds
• Discussion of RFP solicitation priorities
• Setting of RFP schedule and future meeting dates

Fair Rent Commission

The special meeting of the Norwich Fair Rent Commission scheduled for May 16, 2024, was cancelled.

City Council & Board of Education Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council and Board of Education Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss the FY2024-25 school budget. The committee may take action on a recommendation regarding this budget to send to the City Council.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding FY2024-25 School Budget

Historic District Commission

The regular meeting of the Norwich Historic District Commission scheduled for May 15, 2024, has been canceled. No agenda items were provided due to this cancellation.

• Meeting cancellation

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss budget and program updates. The board is scheduled to review top priorities for the Master Park Plan.

• Budget update
• Program and facilities update
• Master Park Plan priority review
• Discussion of 'Let’s Play Catch'

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC / CTMEEC Joint Audit Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive status updates on internal audits. The discussion focuses on cybersecurity, safety manual recommendations, and insurance program reviews.

• Cybersecurity Gap Analysis update by Novus Insight
• Implementation of CMEEC Safety Manual recommendations
• Results of the CMEEC Insurance Program review

Golf Course Authority

The Golf Course Authority will meet to review financial reports and discuss the operation of the Caddy Shack II restaurant. The body may take action to establish committees for golf course oversight. Other agenda items include fairway flooding at Hole #2 and a bridge project at Hole #9.

• Hole #2 fairway flooding issue
• Caddy Shack II restaurant operation
• Hole #9 bridge project
• Possible action to establish course oversight committees

Youth Service Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will review 2024 goals and program outcomes from spring events. Members will discuss strategies to help at-risk youth and families utilize services at Norwich Youth and Family Services (NYFS).

• Staffing presentation by Hannah Ornburn, Drug Free Communities Coordinator
• Review of 2024 Youth Advisory Board goals
• Discussion of summer events and recreational program updates
• Strategies for empowering at-risk youth and families to use NYFS services

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and potentially decide on a variance request for a property at 218 Taftville Occum Road. The applicant seeks relief from residential bulk requirements to allow for the construction of a garage.

• V# 24-02: Request to reduce front yard setback from 50 ft. to 30 ft. at 218 Taftville Occum Road
• V# 24-02: Request to reduce side yard setback from 30 ft. to 19 ft. at 218 Taftville Occum Road
• V# 24-02: Request to reduce rear yard setback from 50 ft. to 47 ft. at 218 Taftville Occum Road
• V# 24-02: Request to increase lot coverage to 41.94% where 10% is allowed at 218 Taftville Occum Road

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The Rehabilitation Review Committee meeting scheduled for May 14, 2024, has been cancelled.

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Committee will meet to discuss updates and receive reports from five sub-committees. These groups focus on areas including workforce inclusion, data collection, community engagement, professional development, and budget equity.

• Work Force Equity & Work Place Inclusion report
• Data Collection & Dissemination report
• Direct Services & Community Engagement report
• Impactful Learning & Professional Development report
• Budget Equity & Legislative advocacy report

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for May 13, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a second public hearing regarding the 2024-2025 budget. This is part of a scheduled series of reviews and hearings leading toward final budget adoption.

• 2nd Budget Public Hearing

Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee - Disbanded Feb 01, 2025

The committee is meeting to discuss park improvements and goals for 2024. The agenda includes reports from Norwich Public Works and updates on recreational programs.

• Mountain Bike Program
• Disc Golf
• Trail Painting / Marking
• Ideas & Goals for 2024

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The committee will review ongoing business regarding pager dead zones and dispatch/radio system upgrades. The agenda also includes updates from the Norwich Police Department, American Ambulance, Emergency Management, and several fire departments.

• Pager Dead Zone Issues discussion
• Dispatch & Radio Systems Upgrades update
• Department updates from NPU, American Ambulance, and Police Department
• Fire department reports for Norwich, Taftville, Yantic, Occum, and East Great Plain

Housing Authority

The Norwich Housing Authority board will vote on several resolutions, including lowering the eligibility age in state elderly developments to 55, adopting 2024 federal and state income limits, and updating its capitalization policy. The board will also hear reports on vacancies, modernization, and the Housing Choice Voucher portfolio, and discuss funding for veterans' housing.

• Resolution R-24-05-1688: apply to CT Housing Finance Authority to lower elderly housing age to 55
• Resolution R-24-05-1689: adopt 2024 Federal Income Limits
• Resolution R-24-05-1690: adopt 2024 State Income Limits
• Resolution R-24-05-1691: adopt updated Capitalization Policy
• Discussion on funding availability for veterans' housing

City Council

The City Council will hold an informational meeting to review data regarding substance use among Norwich youth in grades 6-12. The information will be presented by Prevention Coordinator Hannah Ornburn.

• Presentation by Hannah Ornburn on substance use data for grades 6-12

City Council

The City Council is meeting to tentatively adopt the preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and discuss revenue estimate adjustments. The body will also consider several ordinances to increase appropriations and issue revenue bonds for water utility projects.

• Proposed $2.9 million appropriation for utility bridge and water main improvements in Bozrah
• Proposed increase of appropriations from $1.8 million to $2 million for tank aeration systems at Richard Brown Drive and Stanley Israelite Business Park
• Proposed increase of appropriation from $500,000 to $2 million for a lead copper service line replacement program
• Proposed 20-year billboard lease with OUTFRONT Media LLC at 131 Lawler Lane for $60,000 annual rent
• Proposed $260,700 adjustment to 2024-25 budget revenue estimates

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The May 6, 2024 meeting of the Greeneville NRZ has been cancelled. The committee has established a new regular meeting schedule for the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Greeneville Fire House.

• Special meeting held May 1, 2024
• New regular meeting schedule established through December 4, 2024

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission will meet to review new applications and conduct two show cause hearings. These hearings address unauthorized land disturbance and material deposits at specific city locations.

• Show cause hearing: Unauthorized Land Disturbance at 520 Asylum Street Ext.
• Show cause hearing: Unauthorized Deposit of Material at 19 + 21 Ford Ave.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC Member Delegation will review the application of the excess equity formula and calculations for 2023. The body may vote on the distribution of excess equity following a proposed executive session.

• Review of 2023 CMEEC Equity Values
• Possible vote on Excess Equity Distribution
• Approval of November 16, 2023 Annual Meeting minutes

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The committee is meeting to address old business regarding clean-up and food bank efforts. New business includes discussions on lead abatement and committees.

• Lead abatement
• Clean up
• Food bank
• Appreciation dinner

City Council & Board of Education Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council and Board of Education School Budget Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a recommendation to the City Council regarding the FY 2024-25 School Budget.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding FY 2024-25 School Budget

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee is holding a special meeting. The primary agenda item is the discussion of artwork for the Franklin Square Roundabout.

• Artwork for Franklin Square Roundabout

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Boards of Directors will meet to review energy market updates and project portfolios. The board may vote to approve the renewal of the Patricia Meek Bank of America Line of Credit.

• Possible vote to approve the renewal of the Patricia Meek Bank of America Line of Credit

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The regular meeting of the Joint Budget & Finance Committee was scheduled to take place on April 24, 2024, at 30 Stott Avenue and via Zoom. This notice serves as a formal cancellation of that meeting.

• Cancellation of the Regular Meeting of the Joint Budget & Finance Committee

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee will review first quarter 2024 financial results and the status of capital projects. Members will discuss the CMEEC 5-year financial plan and may vote to recommend the renewal of a Bank of America line of credit.

• Review of First Quarter 2024 Financial Results
• Review of Capital Project Status
• CMEEC 5-Year Financial Plan discussion
• Possible vote to recommend renewal of Bank of America Line of Credit

Harbor Management Commission

The Commission will review reports from the Harbor Master and discuss several new business items. Discussion topics include grant authorizations, a vehicle in the Shetucket River, and an investigation of lights near the Police Station.

• Authorization for Grants regarding consultant Geoff Steadman
• Discussion of a car in the Shetucket River involving dive teams
• Investigation of lights at the Police Station
• Status update on the Harbor Management Plan completion
• Ribbon cutting for Howard T. Brown Park

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting for deliberations. No specific cases or agenda items are listed in the provided schedule.

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Redevelopment Agency for Monday, April 22, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals is holding a scheduled meeting. The provided document is a schedule of meetings and does not list specific agenda items or cases.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Regular Hybrid Meeting of the Joint Risk Management Committee scheduled for April 18, 2024, has been cancelled.

Historic District Commission

The commission will conduct public hearings for several certificate of appropriateness applications. These include requests for roofing, fencing, and heating systems. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding procedures for emergency issues.

• Public hearing: 51 East Town Street (reconstruction and driveway)
• Public hearing: 171 Broadway (heat pump and mini splits)
• Public hearing: 25 Otis Street (roofing)
• Public hearing: 55 East Town Street (masonry and chimney restoration)
• Discussion on procedures for emergency issues

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals is holding a scheduled meeting. The provided document is a schedule of meeting dates and times.

• Meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM in Room 335

Public Parking Commission

The Public Parking Commission is meeting to consider standardizing downtown street parking limits and the 2024-25 budget. The body will also discuss parking spaces on Ferry Street and Church Street.

• Standardizing downtown street parking limits Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–4:00 pm
• 2024-25 budget
• Allowing Comptroller to negotiate lease agreements for City Manager and City Council approval
• Restriction of PPC undesignated fund balance for repairs
• Parking spaces on Ferry Street and Church Street

Golf Course Authority

The Authority will review financial reports and discuss a flooding issue at Hole #2. The meeting also includes updates on the Bridge Project at Hole #9 and restaurant operations.

• Hole #2 Fairway Flooding discussion
• Bridge Project – Hole #9 report
• Caddy Shack II restaurant operation discussion

Personnel & Pension Board

The Personnel & Pension Board will discuss retirement applications and pension calculations. The board is also reviewing requests for pension contribution refunds and rollovers for former employees.

• Retirement applications for Edna Kuzia and Patrick McLaughlin
• Annual pension calculation of $55,846.48 for Glenn Watts
• Pension rollover of $57,323.57 for Mark Gaudette
• Pension rollover of $2,947.61 for Sara Christy
• Refund of $11,179.44 for Sara Hill

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals has a meeting scheduled for Tuesday afternoon in Room 335. The provided document contains only the schedule of meetings and does not list specific cases or agenda items.

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee is meeting to receive reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes. The committee will review several invoices related to the Greeneville and Stanton projects.

• DRA invoices: Greeneville #6 ($112,545.20) and Stanton #6 ($123,568.00)
• CSG invoices: Greeneville #13 ($10,680.02) and Stanton #13 ($10,555.46)
• Downes Construction invoices: Greeneville #2 ($7,115.05) and Stanton #2 ($7,115.05)

Commission on the City Plan

The regular meeting scheduled for April 16, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of new business items.

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The regular meeting of the Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee scheduled for April 15, 2024, has been cancelled.

Senior Affairs Commission

The April 15, 2024, meeting of the Norwich Senior Affairs Commission consists of standard procedural business. The agenda includes reports from the Director of Human Services and the Director of the Senior Center.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a grant application for a new elementary school at the Uncas Elementary School site. The body is also reviewing a cost-sharing program for concrete sidewalks and updates to commercial waste fees and financial policies.

• Proposed increase of commercial hauler tip fee from $70.00 to $77.00 per ton
• Cost-sharing sidewalk project with estimated city cost of $81,941.90
• Grant application for a new elementary school on the Uncas Elementary School grounds
• Extension of property purchase deadline with Ox Hill Land LLC to September 30, 2024
• Reallocation of $88,652.47 in the Capital Improvement Fund

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals has scheduled a series of meetings from April 15 to April 18, 2024, followed by deliberations on April 22. The provided document is a schedule of meeting dates and times.

City Council

The City Manager has provided a schedule for departmental budget hearings and council meetings. These sessions cover various city departments, including schools, public works, and emergency services, leading toward budget adoption.

• City Manager's proposed budget presentation on April 1
• Departmental budget hearings starting April 2
• First Budget Public Hearing on April 11
• Second Budget Public Hearing on May 13
• Tentative date for Budget Adoption on June 3

City Council

The City Manager has provided a schedule for departmental budget hearings and council meetings. These sessions cover various city departments, including schools, public works, and emergency services, leading up to budget adoption.

• City Manager's proposed budget presentation on April 1
• Departmental budget hearings starting April 2
• First Budget Public Hearing on April 11
• Second Budget Public Hearing on May 13
• Tentative date for Budget Adoption on June 3

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission will meet to review case files and discuss procedural rules. The agenda also includes the approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Case reviews
• Discussion of procedural rules

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive new applications. The meeting includes a show cause hearing regarding unauthorized land disturbance.

• Show cause hearing for unauthorized land disturbance at 141 Dunham St.

Plan of Conservation & Development Plan Implementation Committee

The Plan of Conservation and Development Implementation Committee is meeting to discuss the process for moving forward with the POCD. The discussion will focus on ongoing, short-term, medium-term, and long-term implementation steps.

• Approval of October 12, 2021 minutes
• Discussion on POCD implementation timelines

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The committee will review ongoing business regarding pager dead zones and dispatch/radio system upgrades. The meeting also includes departmental updates from the police, fire departments, and American Ambulance.

• Pager Dead Zone Issues discussion
• Dispatch & Radio Systems Upgrades update
• Johnson Home update
• Department updates from NPU, Police, and Emergency Management
• Fire Department updates for Norwich, Taftville, Yantic, Occum, and East Great Plain

Housing Authority

The Board will meet to elect officers and review reports on vacancies, modernization, and procurement. The body is considering a resolution to certify the Section 8 Management Assessment Program as of March 31, 2024.

• Resolution R-24-04-1687 to certify the Section 8 Management Assessment Program
• Election of officers
• Discussion of funding availability for Veterans housing
• Review of April 2024 bills and vacancy report

City Council

The City Council is conducting a series of departmental budget hearings as part of the 2024-2025 budget process. This specific meeting focuses on reviews for various volunteer fire districts and city emergency services.

• Budget hearing for East Great Plain VFD
• Budget hearing for Laurel Hill VFD
• Budget hearing for Occum VFD
• Budget hearing for Taftville VFD
• Budget hearings for Yantic VFD, Norwich Fire/Emergency Management, and Police

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss and potentially decide on a request for relief from residential bulk requirements. The application seeks to modify yard setbacks and lot coverage to allow for the construction of a garage.

• V# 24-02: Request to reduce front yard setback from 50 ft. to 30 ft. at 218 Taftville Occum Road
• V# 24-02: Request to reduce side yard setback from 30 ft. to 19 ft. at 218 Taftville Occum Road
• V# 24-02: Request to reduce rear yard setback from 50 ft. to 47 ft. at 218 Taftville Occum Road
• V# 24-02: Request to increase lot coverage by 2.91% to 41.94% at 218 Taftville Occum Road

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The Rehabilitation Review Committee meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024, has been cancelled.

Public Parking Commission

The Public Parking Commission is meeting to discuss downtown parking limits and the 2024-25 budget. Members will also consider changing how lease agreements are negotiated and how undesignated funds are restricted for repairs.

• Proposal to standardize downtown street parking to 2-hours, Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–4:00 pm
• 2024-25 Budget
• Proposal to allow Comptroller to negotiate lease agreements for City Manager and City Council approval
• Discussion on restricting PPC undesignated fund balance for repairs

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The Public Works and Capital Improvements Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss new business. The primary agenda item is the artwork for the Franklin Square Roundabout.

• Artwork for Franklin Square Roundabout

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a series of departmental budget hearings to review the 2024-2025 budget. This specific meeting focuses on the budgets for Public Works, Human Services/Recreation, Planning & Neighborhood Services, and Elections.

• Budget hearing: Public Works
• Budget hearing: Human Services/Recreation
• Budget hearing: Planning & Neighborhood Services
• Budget hearing: Elections

Harbor Management Commission

The commission is holding a special meeting to discuss additional funds for Howard T. Brown Park. The body will also discuss meetings regarding the completion of a grant application.

• Additional funds for Howard T. Brown Park
• Grant application completion meetings

City Council

The City Council is conducting a series of departmental budget hearings to review the City Manager's proposed budget. These sessions allow for the review of specific department funding requests before the budget is adopted.

• Budget hearing for Otis Library
• Budget hearing for Norwich Public Schools
• Budget hearing for Public Utilities

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Budget & Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially vote on renewal options for a Bank of America Letter of Credit. The meeting also includes a public comment period and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Possible vote to recommend renewal of the Bank of America Letter of Credit

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The committee will meet to review old business regarding Earth Day Month and the Farmer's Market. New business items include the summer agenda and a medical clinic.

• Earth Day Month
• Farmer's Market
• Summer Agenda
• Medical Clinic

City Council

The City Council is discussing the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and setting dates for two public hearings. The body is also considering the appropriation of opioid settlement and cannabis tax funds, as well as various capital fund reallocations.

• Proposed public budget hearings on April 11 and May 13, 2024
• Appropriation of $102,000 in opioid settlement funds for triage workers and recovery services
• Appropriation of $70,000 in cannabis gross receipts tax revenues for a coordinator and civic engagement
• Proposed pay increase for Registrars of Voters from $30,116 to $35,000 effective January 8, 2025
• Reallocation of $510,743.69 within the Capital Improvement Fund

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC and CTMEEC Joint Boards of Directors will meet to review energy market updates and project portfolios. The board may vote to accept the 2023 audited financials and enter an executive session to discuss confidential negotiations.

• Possible vote to accept 2023 CMEEC and CTMEEC Audited Financials
• Possible vote to enter Executive Session for confidential negotiations
• February 2024 Energy Market Update
• February 2024 Project Portfolio Summary
• Ad Hoc CEO Performance and Compensation Committee Report

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will review and act on recommendations for cost containment regarding the Greeneville and Stanton School projects. The body will also discuss accelerating the Uncas School project through a grant application.

• Cost management recommendations for Greeneville School Project
• Cost management recommendations for Stanton School Project
• Grant application for Uncas School Project

Appoint/ReAppointment SubCommittee-Council

The Appointment & Re-appointment Sub-Committee will interview and consider candidates for two city bodies. The committee will review applicants for the Board of Assessment Appeals and the Personnel & Pension Board.

• Interview of David Thomas R for Board of Assessment Appeals
• Interview of Patrick McMahon U for Personnel & Pension Board

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for March 27, 2024, has been cancelled.

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review reports from the Harbor Master and financial records. The body will discuss updates regarding a consultant, a CIF grant, and progress on the Heritage Walkway and Howard T. Brown Park.

• Consultant Geoff Steadman
• CIF Grant status
• CT Port Authority
• Heritage Walkway progress
• Howard T. Brown Park progress

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC Ad Hoc CEO Performance and Compensation Committee is meeting to discuss the CEO's performance and pay. The committee may vote on a recommendation for the Board of Directors to adjust the CEO's compensation.

• Possible executive session regarding CEO performance and compensation
• Possible vote on recommendation for CEO compensation adjustment

Appoint/ReAppointment SubCommittee-Council

The Appointment & Re-appointment Sub-Committee will interview and consider candidates for five different city bodies. The committee will discuss the candidates following the interviews to identify potential appointments.

• Interview of Angelo Yeitz for Board of Assessment Appeals
• Interview of Patricia DiBattista for Senior Affairs
• Interview of Valerie Gambrell for Community Development Advisory Committee
• Interview of Melinda Wilson for Ethics Commission
• Interview of Antionious Brown Jr. for Personnel & Pension Board

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Redevelopment Agency for Monday, March 25, 2024, has been cancelled.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC / CTMEEC Joint Governance Committee is meeting to conduct an annual review of its charter and evaluate committee performance. Members will also discuss goals for 2024 and proposed changes to monthly board reports.

• Selection of Joint Governance Committee Chair
• Annual Review of the Joint Governance Committee Charter
• Review of Joint Governance Committee Self-Evaluation results
• Discussion of 2024 goals
• Review of proposed changes to Monthly Board Report

Historic District Commission

The Norwich Historic District Commission will hold a public hearing regarding reconstruction and roofing at 380 Washington Street. The commission will also review an application for windows and other work at the same address. Additionally, members will approve minutes from the February 21 meeting.

• Public hearing for COA 543 regarding reconstruction and roofing at 380 Washington Street
• Review of COA 541 regarding reconstruction, roofing, and windows at 380 Washington Street
• Approval of minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC / CTMEEC Joint Audit Committee will meet to review the 2023 financial audit results presented by CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP. The body will also discuss vendor surveys and the timeline for a cybersecurity gap analysis.

• 2023 Financial Audit Results presented by CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP
• Review of Accounts Payable Active Vendor List Related Party Transaction Survey
• Update on CyberSecurity Gap Analysis status and timeline
• Possible executive session regarding a hiring decision and the nepotism policy

Recreation Advisory Board

The Recreation Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on city programs, facilities, and the Master Park Plan.

• Program and facilities update
• Master Park Plan update

Golf Course Authority

The Golf Course Authority will meet to review financial reports and discuss restaurant operations with Jason Bromley of Caddy Shack II. The body will also receive reports on the Hole #9 bridge project.

• Restaurant operation discussion with Jason Bromley, Caddy Shack II
• Report on Bridge Project – Hole #9
• Review of Financial Reports

Personnel & Pension Board

The board is discussing the Milliman OPEB Actuarial Valuation report and comparing FY2023 pension and OPEB plans. The meeting includes reviewing retirement applications, pension calculations, and requests to extend eligibility lists for utility construction roles.

• Milliman OPEB Actuarial Valuation report as of July 1, 2023
• Pension calculations for Chasity C. Elder ($4,920.53) and Kimberly McBride ($5,713.44)
• Pension refund of $3,250.41 for Joanne Colton and rollover of $13,197.21 for Cheri Danis
• Survivor benefit payment of $27,338.54 for the spouse of Teresa M. Hanon
• One-year eligibility list extensions for Utility Construction Pipefitter and Apprentice roles

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will receive reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes. The committee is reviewing several invoices related to school building projects.

• Invoice for CSG Greeneville #12: $10,680.02
• Invoice for CSG Stanton #12: $10,555.46
• Invoice for DRA Greeneville #5 (2/2024): $138,345.20
• Invoice for DRA Stanton #5 (2/2024): $168,498.00

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will hold a public hearing regarding a special permit for a youth rehabilitation facility. The body will also review a site development plan for a mixed-use building. Additionally, the commission will elect officers.

• SP#24-01: Special permit to convert 78 Fanning Ave. daycare to an 8-10 bed short-term rehabilitation facility for at-risk youth
• SDP #1053: Site plan review for a mixed-use building with six apartments and first-floor commercial space at 102-110 Main Street
• Election of officers
• Selection of a regular member and alternate to sit on the IWWCC

Public Works & Capital Improvements (Subcommittee of City Council)

The committee will meet to discuss ongoing public works projects and property disposition. The agenda includes updates on the Aquatics Center and the Lafayette Plaque.

• Public Works Project Updates
• Property Disposition
• Aquatics Center
• Lafayette Plaque
• Monument Committee

Senior Affairs Commission

The agenda consists of procedural items and routine reports. No specific new business or substantive topics are detailed in the document.

City Council

The City Council will hold an informational meeting to review a preliminary alternatives summary for the Chelsea Harbor/Downtown Mobility Study. Consultant Joe Balskus from VHB will provide the presentation.

• Presentation of Preliminary Alternatives Summary for Chelsea Harbor/Downtown Mobility Study by VHB

City Council

The City Council will discuss the sale of a city-owned property and the transfer of uncollectible taxes to a suspense account. The body will also consider several board appointments and a public hearing for the Neighborhood Assistance Act.

• Authorization for City Manager to sell 36 Huntington Avenue
• Public hearing on June 17, 2024, regarding the Neighborhood Assistance Act
• Transfer of uncollectible real estate, personal property (2020 list), and motor vehicle (2019 list) taxes to suspense accounts
• Amendment to the Project Labor Agreement for the School Building Committee Project
• Appointments to the Personnel and Pension Board, Senior Affairs Commission, and School Building Committee

Fair Rent Commission

The Norwich Fair Rent Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and conduct case reviews. The body will also discuss procedural rules and other old or new business.

• Case reviews
• Procedural rules

Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee - Disbanded Feb 01, 2025

The Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review reports and set goals for 2024. The body will discuss park programs and trail maintenance.

• Mountain Bike Program
• Disc Golf
• Trail Painting / Marking
• Ideas and Goals for 2024

Public Safety (Subcommittee of the City Council)

The Public Safety Subcommittee will meet to receive updates from local emergency services and police. The committee will also discuss ongoing issues regarding pager dead zones and the Johnson Home.

• Discussion of pager dead zone issues
• Johnson Home update
• Department updates from NPU, American Ambulance, and Police Department
• Updates from Norwich, Taftville, Yantic, Occum, East Great Plain, and Laurel Hill Fire Departments

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review resolutions for nonunion employee pay increases and the purchase of four maintenance vehicles. The board is also considering writing off uncollectible tenant accounts across several housing programs and updating agency policy statements.

• Resolution R-24-03-1679: pay increase for nonunion employees effective April 1, 2024
• Resolution R-24-03-1686: purchase of four maintenance vehicles from Tasca Ford
• Resolutions R-24-03-1681 through R-24-03-1685: write-offs for uncollectible tenant accounts in State Elderly, Moderate, Affordable, and Federal Low-Income programs
• Resolution R-24-03-1680: reaffirmation of Affirmative Action, Fair Housing, and ADA policies
• Discussion on funding availability for Veterans housing

Youth Service Advisory Board

The regular meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The notice refers to a special meeting that was scheduled for March 5, 2024.

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and deliberate on PY50 applications. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.

• Deliberations on PY50 Applications

Rehabilitation Review Committee

The Rehabilitation Review Committee meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, has been cancelled.

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Committee is meeting to receive updates and reports from six focus areas. These subcommittees address topics including workforce equity, data collection, and budget equity.

• Report on Work Force Equity & Work Place Inclusion
• Report on Data Collection & Dissemination
• Report on Direct Services & Community Engagement
• Report on Impactful Learning & Professional Development
• Report on Budget Equity & Legislative advocacy

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission meeting scheduled for March 11, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Inland Wetlands, Water Courses & Conservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for March 7, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Youth Service Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will meet to review programming updates and discuss marketing strategies. Members will evaluate community feedback and establish concrete goals and action plans for 2024.

• Program Coordinator/Clinician presentation
• Discussion of spring events and programs
• Goal setting and action planning for 2024
• Review of marketing strategies and community feedback

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee is scheduled to hear presentations regarding several municipal programs. These include the Community Development Rehabilitation Program, exterior renovations at Norwich Housing Authority Manor, and Taftville sidewalks.

• Community Development - Rehabilitation Program presentation
• Norwich Housing Authority- Manor Exterior Renovations presentation
• Department of Public Works - Taftville Sidewalks presentation

Greeneville Neighborhood Revitalization Committee

The committee will discuss neighborhood maintenance and local business initiatives. The meeting includes updates on sidewalks, utility box painting, and blight concerns.

• Sidewalks and hydrant/utility box painting
• Planter funds
• Blight next door to skate shop
• Farmer's Market
• Thia by Thai and 'Adopt a business' initiatives

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The CMEEC Ad Hoc CEO Performance and Compensation Committee is meeting to conduct an annual charter review and discuss the CEO review process. The meeting includes a possible executive session to discuss CEO performance survey results.

• Annual Review of the Ad Hoc CEO Performance and Compensation Committee Charter
• Executive session regarding CEO performance survey results
• Discussion of next steps in the annual CEO review process

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to implement a Project Labor Agreement for the School Building Project. The body is also considering the sale of two city-owned parcels and the combination of several lots for open-space use.

• Project Labor Agreement for the $385,000,000 School Building Project
• Sale of property at 86 Chestnut St (.15 acres)
• Sale of property at 49 Sturtevant St (.64 acres)
• Combining lots on Laurel Circle and Ridgewood Drive for open-space area
• Resignation from the Harbor Management Commission

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will elect a chairperson and review presentations from 11 subrecipients. These presentations cover programs related to housing, mentoring, and social services.

• Election of Chairperson
• Presentation by Children in Placement - Guardian ad Litem (GAL)
• Presentation by Big Brothers Big Sisters-Community School- Based Mentoring
• Presentation by NHS Housing Assistance Program
• Presentation by TVCCA Homelessness Prevention

Appoint/ReAppointment SubCommittee-Council

The Appointment & Re-appointment Sub-Committee will interview and consider candidates for several city boards, commissions, and agencies. The body will review applicants to identify potential appointments.

• Interviews for Senior Affairs Commission
• Interviews for Mohegan Park Improvement & Development Advisory Committee
• Interviews for Public Utilities Commission (Sewer Authority)
• Interviews for Personnel & Pension Board
• Interviews for School Building Committee 2020

Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

The regular meeting of the Board of Review – Dangerous Buildings scheduled for February 28, 2024, was cancelled. No other business was listed.

Commission on the City Plan

The Commission on the City Plan will review a site development plan for a multi-family residential project. The body will also hold an election of officers and seek a volunteer for the Regional Planning Commission.

• SDP #1051: Proposed 66-unit residential development at 3 North C Street (The Hills at River View, LLC)
• Election of Officers
• Selection of a Regional Planning Commission (RPC) volunteer

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review reports from the Harbor Master and financial records. The body will discuss new business regarding consultant Geoff Steadman and the CIF Grant, as well as old business concerning the Heritage Trail Grant.

• Discussion of consultant Geoff Steadman
• Status update on CIF Grant
• CT Port Authority discussion
• Heritage Trail Grant update
• Discussion regarding a car in the Shetucket River and a boat on the Thames River

School Building Committee (2020)

The School Building Committee will receive reports from CSG, DRA, and Downes. The committee is reviewing several invoices related to the Greeneville and Stanton projects.

• DRA invoices: Greeneville #4 ($98,077.50) and Stanton #4 ($104,395.31)
• Downes Construction Company invoices: Greeneville #1 ($38,835.48) and Stanton #1 ($38,835.48)
• CSG invoices: Greeneville #11 ($10,680.02) and Stanton #11 ($10,555.46)

Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee

The Volunteer Firefighter Relief Fund Committee will review investment results and the treasurer's report for the quarter ending December 31, 2023. The body will consider a new benefit application and a death benefit payment. Members will also discuss creating a sub-committee to review the VFFRF Plan ordinance.

• Benefit application for Frank Blanchard: monthly benefit of $552
• Death benefit for Stacy Gould (beneficiary of John Gould): $4,348.69
• Investment results review by Rodger Metzger of USI Consulting
• Proposed sub-committee to review/revise VFFRF Plan ordinance
• New members: Michael Gooken, Justin Lawton, Elisabeth Luond, and Lindsey Roeske

Redevelopment Agency

The regular meeting of the Norwich Redevelopment Agency scheduled for February 26, 2024, has been cancelled.

CT Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative CMEEC

The Joint Boards of Directors will meet to review objective, project portfolio, and energy market summaries for January 2024. The meeting includes a report from the Legislative & Governmental Affairs Committee and a MEU Roundtable.

• January 2024 Objective Summary
• January 2024 Project Portfolio Summary
• January 2024 Energy Market Update
• Legislative & Governmental Affairs Committee report
• MEU Roundtable

Historic District Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding reconstruction and restoration projects on Washington Street. The meeting also includes the approval of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for 380 Washington Street (reconstruction, roofing, windows)
• Public hearing for 385 Washington Street (restoration, roofing)
• Approval of January 17, 2024, meeting minutes

Housing Authority

The Board will consider approving the Federal Low Income Public Housing Operating Budget for the 2025 fiscal year. Members will also discuss cable TV rates and a contract award for siding work. The meeting includes a report on funding for homeless veterans.

• Resolution S-24-02-1676: Federal Low Income Housing Program Operating Budget for FY 2025
• Resolution S-24-02-1677: Cable TV rate charges for April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025
• Resolution S-24-02-1678: Award for Rosewood Manor Siding and Wrapping Project – Phase I
• Funding availability for housing for Homeless Veterans