Old Lyme public meetings in 2022

Harbor Management Commission

The Old Lyme Harbor Management Commission will hold a special meeting to vote on a hydrographic survey cost. The agenda includes only this action item, public comment, and adjournment.

• Vote on hydrographic survey cost

Lymes' Senior Center Board of Directors

The Board approved spending up to $300 to replenish the food pantry. Members received updates on an approved ARPA grant and the status of a building permit. The board also noted a $250 donation from Reynolds Subaru.

• Approved spending up to $300 to replenish the food pantry
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2022 meeting with correction

Open Space Commission

The Open Space Commission voted to support a recommendation for the 36-1 Buttonball Road property regarding stewardship of the upland portion. The commission also approved the November 2022 meeting minutes and a typographical correction to its by-laws. No votes were taken during the executive session.

• Approved November 9, 2022 minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved by-laws typographical correction (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for 36-1 Buttonball Road property stewardship (unanimous, 1 abstention)

Rogers Lake Authority

The Authority approved a $52,000 budget request and a $35,000 capital budget for the 2023-24 period. The board also approved updated seasonal employment opportunities and hired three individuals for the 2023 boating season. Residents expressed concerns regarding dam operations and flooding during public comment.

• Approved 23/24 budget request of $52,000 (unanimous)
• Approved capital budget of $35,000 (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Rogers Lake Supervisor tasks (unanimous)
• Approved revised Rogers Lake Seasonal Employment Opportunity (unanimous)
• Approved employment letter for John Freer for 2023 season (unanimous)
• Approved seasonal employment application for Greg Brennan
• Approved seasonal employment application for Dick Smith (unanimous)
• Accepted November 9th meeting minutes (unanimous)

Rogers Lake Authority

The Rogers Lake Authority approved the 2023/24 operating and capital budgets and authorized seasonal employment for the 2023 boating season. Residents expressed concerns regarding dam operations and flooding during public comment.

• Approved 23/24 budget request of $52,000 (unanimous)
• Approved capital budget of $35,000 (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Rogers Lake Supervisor tasks (unanimous)
• Approved revised Rogers Lake Seasonal Employment Opportunity (unanimous)
• Approved employment letter for John Freer for 2023 boating season (unanimous)
• Approved seasonal employment application for Greg Brennan
• Approved seasonal employment application for Dick Smith (unanimous)
• Accepted November 9th meeting minutes (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will review the implementation of an online mooring system, discuss Black Hall River channel markers, and consider updates on Buttonball and Pilgrim Landings. No new permit applications were submitted.

• Online mooring system implementation and process update
• Mooring survey results and next steps
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers update
• Buttonball (36-1) and Pilgrim Landing updates
• Dry boating plans for 2023

The Commission approved the 2023 officer slate and authorized payment of outstanding invoices from HP Plaut Environmental. Other items, including dry boating for 2023, were tabled or remained under discussion.

• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved payment of outstanding invoices from HP Plaut Environmental
• Elected Teri Lewis and Michael Presti as Co-Chairs for 2023
• Elected Mike Magee as Secretary for 2023
• Elected Tom Kelo as Treasurer for 2023
• Tabled Dry Boating 2023 until January meeting

Board of Finance

The Board approved meeting minutes from October and November 2022. Members discussed a proposed $1,500 tree planting program and received updates on town staffing and infrastructure projects. No formal votes were taken on new funding requests.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes as corrected
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes as written
• Consensus reached to invite Tree Commission Chairman to present $1,500 funding proposal at next meeting

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a special meeting to recommend a compensation package for the Executive Assistant to the First Selectman to the Board of Finance. The agenda also includes adjournment.

• Recommend compensation package for Executive Assistant to the First Selectman to the Board of Finance

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to recommend a compensation package for the Executive Assistant to the First Selectman to the Board of Finance. The agenda contains only this item and adjournment.

• Recommend compensation package for the Executive Assistant to the First Selectman to the Board of Finance

The Board of Selectmen unanimously voted to hire Katherine Balocca as the Executive Assistant to the First Selectman. The position begins January 3, 2023, with a salary of $63,000 for 35 hours per week. The recommendation will be presented to the Board of Finance.

• Approved hiring Katherine Balocca as Executive Assistant to the First Selectman at $63,000 salary (unanimous)

Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee approved the minutes from November 12 and November 28. Members discussed a proposed spring cleanup event, the redesign of the town website's trash and recycling section, and budget requests totaling $3,750.

• Approved November 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 28 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Requested $1,200 for postcard mailing postage
• Requested $800 for postcard printing
• Requested $500 for Midsummer supplies
• Requested $1,000 for quarterly events
• Requested $250 for committee table banner

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a lot line modification between CAE Properties and the Old Lyme Land Trust. The commission also granted a 90-day extension for filing mylars at 16 Neck Road.

• Approved Lot Line Modification for 1 Bayberry Ridge & 4-1 Bayberry Ridge (unanimous)
• Approved 90-day extension for Keystone Capitol Corp at 16 Neck Road (unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted two variance requests for residential properties to allow for an ADA-accessible addition and the reconstruction of a 1921 home. One application for an accessory structure was withdrawn. The board also approved the November 17, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Granted variances for 178-5 Boston Post Road to allow a 4-ft X 19-ft ADA-accessible addition (5-0-0)
• Granted variances for 21 Ridgewood Road to tear down and rebuild a 4-bedroom home (5-0-0)
• Case 22-24 for 62 Billow Road withdrawn by applicant
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-2)

Tree Commission

The commission decided to conduct a tree inventory of public spaces and parks using a spreadsheet. Members also prioritized upcoming projects and approved a budget request for the next fiscal year, including additional funds for a spring tree sale.

• Approved conducting a tree inventory of public spaces and parks using a spreadsheet (4-1)
• Ranked project priorities as: 1) Tree Inventory, 2) Tree Planting, 3) Tree Nursery (5-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 budget request of $14,175 (5-0)
• Approved additional $1,500 for current budget to fund a Spring Sale (5-0)
• Authorized Fred Behringer to vote in place of Joan Flynn (4-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting. Members discussed local real estate trends, upcoming business openings, and the potential closure of the local Chamber of Commerce.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0)

Conservation Commission

The Old Lyme Conservation Commission will discuss a revived proposal by Amtrak to build tracks through Old Lyme. The agenda also includes updates on owl nesting boxes, bat houses, alewives and water testing, water and household radon level testing, World Water Day 2023, and watershed matters.

• Revived Amtrak proposal to build tracks through Old Lyme – G Rayn
• Owl nesting boxes – G Russell and T Gregory
• Bat houses – G Russell and T Gregory
• Alewives and water testing – G Gregory
• Water and household radon level testing – T Sherer and G Gregory

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting with specific edits. Members discussed radon testing data, bat house placement, and the 2022 Long Island Sound Report Card. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes with edits (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on proposed changes to the Certificate of Appropriateness application form, and to vote on the National Historic Register application for Griswold Point. The agenda also includes a public hearing on stonework at 10 Lyme Street, a discussion of the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center cottage renovation, and an update on the National Votes for Women Trail marker.

• Public hearing: 10 Lyme Street, Village Shops stonework
• CofA application form: Discuss and vote to approve changes
• Griswold Point National Historic Register Application: Update and vote
• Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center cottage renovation discussion
• 2023/2024 HDC Budget discussion

The Commission approved the Griswold Point National Historic Register Application with requested corrections and set the 2023/2024 budget at $8,750. A public hearing for stonework at 10 Lyme Street was continued to January. The board also reviewed several 'Like for Like' applications and discussed upcoming renovations at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center.

• Approved Griswold Point National Historic Register Application with requested corrections (5-0)
• Approved 2023/2024 budget request of $8,750 (4-0)
• Continued public hearing for 10 Lyme Street stonework to January 9, 2023 (5-0)
• Confirmed 'Like for Like' status for 107 Lyme Street roof and 26 Lyme Street sign
• Determined 81 Lyme Street outbuilding roof is not 'Like for Like'
• Approved November 7, 9, and 18 meeting minutes (5-0)

Historic District Commission

The Old Lyme Historic District Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on items related to historic district regulations. A public hearing is scheduled as part of the meeting. The agenda includes a record of votes and a legal notice for the hearing.

• Public hearing on proposed historic district changes
• Record of votes from previous meeting

The Commission approved the Griswold Point National Historic Register Application with requested corrections and adopted a budget request of $8,750 for 2023/2024. A public hearing for stonework at 10 Lyme Street was continued to January. The Commission also reviewed several 'Like for Like' applications and discussed potential marker locations for the National Votes for Women Trail.

• Approved Griswold Point National Historic Register Application with requested corrections
• Approved 2023/2024 budget request of $8,750
• Continued public hearing for 10 Lyme Street stonework to January 9, 2023
• Confirmed 'Like for Like' status for roof replacement at 107 Lyme Street
• Confirmed 'Like for Like' status for sign lettering change at 26 Lyme Street
• Determined roof replacement at 81 Lyme Street outbuilding is not 'Like for Like'
• Approved November 7, 9, and 18 meeting minutes

Board of Selectmen

The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen will hear updates on several town projects, including Halls Road improvements, Sound View sidewalks, and the Swan Brook outlet. They will also discuss the passage of the Region 18 school referendum, the appointment of a new Democratic Registrar of Voters, and the status of ARPA grants.

• Reg. School Dist. 18 - $57.5 Million Referendum Passed
• 36-1 Buttonball Rd. – Update
• Registrar of Voters: Jennifer Datum (D) appointed to replace Marilyn Clarke (D) as Democratic Registrar for the balance of the term (Jan 2025)
• ARPA Funding – Econ. Recovery Grants Disbursed & Working on Community Initiative Grants
• Halls Rd. Improvements – Update

The Board approved the regular and special meeting minutes from November 7 and 10, 2022. The meeting consisted primarily of project updates and personnel announcements, with no new ordinances or contracts decided.

• Approved November 7, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Approved November 10, 2022 special meeting minutes

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will receive updates on several town projects including Halls Road improvements, Sound View sidewalks, and Ferry Road sidewalk. The board will also discuss the appointment of a new Democratic Registrar of Voters following a resignation.

• Reg. School Dist. 18 - $57.5 Million Referendum Passed
• Halls Rd. Improvements – Update
• Sound View Sidewalks – Bus Shelter Dedication on 14 Nov 22
• ARPA Funding – Econ. Recovery Grants Disbursed & Working on Community Initiative Grants
• Registrar of Voters – Marylin Clarke (D) to Resign; Jennifer Datum (D) Appointed

The Board approved the regular and special meeting minutes from November 7 and 10, 2022. Members discussed project updates for town infrastructure and noted the appointment of a new Democratic Registrar of Voters.

• Approved November 7, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Approved November 10, 2022 special meeting minutes

Inland Wetlands Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved two applications for site work and tabled one parking expansion request. The approved projects include vegetation removal at the Senior Center and driveway reshaping at Saunders Hollow Road.

• Approved application 22-21 for Senior Center vegetation removal, shed relocation, and grading (Unanimous)
• Approved application 22-22 for driveway reshaping at 27-1 Saunders Hollow Road with requirement for haybales (Passed; 1 abstention)
• Tabled application 22-20 for parking expansion at 3 Old Shore Road until January

Inland Wetlands Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved two applications for site work. One project involves the Senior Center, and the other involves driveway reshaping at Saunders Hollow Road. A parking expansion project at Old Shore Road was tabled.

• Approved vegetation removal, shed relocation, and grading at 26 Town Woods Road (unanimous)
• Approved driveway reshaping at 27-1 Saunders Hollow Road with requirement for haybales (passed; 1 abstention)
• Tabled application for 3 Old Shore Road to expand parking area until January

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission unanimously decided to place a porto-let at Hains Park during the off-season from December to March. The board also received updates on winter sports scheduling and the status of town-wide security cameras.

• Approved placement of a porto-let at Hains Park for the off-season (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from November 3, 2022

Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee held a special meeting to coordinate logistics for a volunteer appreciation event scheduled for December 8, 2022. Members discussed the guest list, refreshments, and the creation of a presentation.

• Planned TREX volunteer appreciation event for Dec. 8, 2022
• Assigned refreshment duties among committee members
• Tasked Suzanne with creating a PowerPoint presentation

Inland Wetlands Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved applications for work at the Senior Center and a private driveway. The commission also approved its 2023 meeting calendar and the October 25, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Approved Senior Center application for vegetation removal, shed relocation, and grading (Unanimous)
• Approved driveway reshaping at 27-1 Saunders Hollow Road with requirement for haybales (Passed; 1 abstention)
• Approved 2023 Inland Wetlands Meeting Calendar (Unanimous)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (Passed; 1 abstention)
• Tabled 3 Old Shore Road parking expansion application until January
• Tabled 225 Boston Post Road show cause hearing until April

Lymes' Senior Center Board of Directors

The Board approved several expenditures for center programming, including a photography reception and a 'Seniors in need' program. Funding was also authorized for a new laptop and the expansion of the nonagenarian photo display system.

• Approved $150 for food, hardware and supplies for photography reception
• Approved up to $400 for Seniors in need program food and gift cards
• Approved up to $860 for expanding Walker Display System and framing pictures
• Approved up to $300 for performers in mid January
• Approved up to $500 for a new laptop and software
• Accepted October 17, 2022 meeting minutes

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a special meeting on November 18, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., starting with a Lyme Street stroll. The main agenda item is a discussion on the HDC sign policy and way-finding signs. The meeting will be held at 110 Lyme Street.

• Lyme Street stroll at 2:05 p.m.
• HDC sign policy and way-finding sign discussion at 3:00 p.m.

Commission members finished the final portion of the Lyme St. stroll survey from the Lyme Art Association to 1 Boston Post Rd. The commission also reviewed a draft letter and zoning regulations regarding signage, with further action deferred to January 2023.

• Completed final part of Lyme St. stroll survey
• Reviewed first draft of sign policy letter for businesses and non-profits

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a residential generator installation and set the 2023 meeting schedule. One variance request for a home rebuild was continued to a later date. The board also approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting.

• Granted variance to Section 8.8.9 for generator installation at 7 Sandpiper Point Road (5-0-0)
• Approved 2023 ZBA Regular Meeting schedule (5-0-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022 Regular ZBA Meeting Minutes (4-0-1)
• Continued public hearing for Case 22-26 (21 Ridgewood Road) to December 7, 2022

Shoreline Gateway Committee

The committee assigned members to prepare executive summaries for six specific questions from a survey completed by approximately 1,201 people. Members discussed the FY23/24 budget and established a monthly meeting schedule for 2023.

• Assigned survey question analysis to committee members
• Set 2023 meeting calendar from January 19 to December 21

Tree Commission

The commission approved the October 20, 2022, minutes and authorized a voting member to fill a vacancy. Members discussed potential cost-sharing programs for planting trees on private property and the need for a funding proposal for a tree inventory. No final decisions were made regarding the FY 23/24 budget request.

• Authorized Fred Behringer to vote in place of Anne Bing (3-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022, minutes as amended (2-0, 2 abstentions)
• Authorized $810 payment to Bartlett Tree Services for Town Hall dogwood pruning

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance approved the 2023 meeting schedule and tabled the October 18, 2022, minutes pending further investigation of an expenditure. The meeting included reports on town financial highlights and updates on new town hires and police staffing.

• Approved 2023 Regular Meeting Schedule
• Tabled October 18, 2022, meeting minutes pending further investigation
• Approved appointment of Caitlin Perkins as Lyme’s Senior Center Assistant to the Director
• Approved appointment of Allison Dillon as Executive Assistant to the First Selectman
• Approved appointment of Sonia Greenhagen as Human Resource Generalist
• Increased hours for Senior Center Assistant position from 12 to 25 per week
• Increased hours for both First Selectman’s office positions from 30 to 35 per week

Water Pollution Control Authority

The Authority approved the minutes from September and October 2022 and adopted the 2023 meeting schedule. Members discussed the Sound View Sewer project funding and deferred review of a proposed sewer ordinance to a future meeting.

• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (carried with one abstention)
• Adopted 2023 meeting dates as presented (unanimous)

Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee decided to write a request to the COG Waste/HazMat coordinator for an additional hazardous waste collection date. Members also discussed the allocation of $4,657.76 in nip bottle refund revenue and the potential creation of a part-time recycling coordinator position.

• Approved amended October minutes to reflect disposal costs rose from $47.49 to $90.92
• Decided to write letter/email to Janice Ehlemeyer requesting another hazwaste collection date
• Proposed using $4,657.76 in nip bottle refunds for student scholarships or a part-time coordinator

Planning Commission

The Commission issued a negative referral for the Halls Overlay District petition due to concerns over architectural consistency and feasibility. It recommended approval for new electric vehicle charging station regulations and approved a land division plan. The lot line modification for Jericho Hill VII was tabled.

• Approved Original Division plan for 34 Old Shore Road (Unanimous)
• Issued negative referral for Halls Overlay District petition (5-0-0)
• Recommended approval of electric vehicle charging station regulations (Unanimous)
• Tabled lot line modification for Jericho Hill VII (1 Bayberry Ridge & 4-1 Bayberry Ridge)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar shifting the 'no meeting' month from August to December (Unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to discuss creating a Town of Old Lyme Personnel Search Committee effective October 24, 2022, and to discuss a proposal from Randi Frank Consulting, LLC. The agenda includes only these two discussion items and adjournment.

• Create the Town of Old Lyme Personnel Search Committee effective 24 October 2022
• Discuss Randi Frank Consulting, LLC proposal

The Board of Selectmen established a Personnel Search Committee to discuss executive-level hiring. The board also discussed a proposal from Randi Frank Consulting, LLC to develop a new Classification & Compensation Plan.

• Created the Town of Old Lyme Personnel Search Committee effective 24 October 2022 (Passed)

Open Space Commission

The Commission approved a $1,400 payment for spillway work and authorized after-hours owl walks on open space property. Members also agreed to the installation of a large bat house in Rooks Meadow.

• Approved $1,400 payment for McCullough spillway work
• Approved after-hours owl walks on Open Space property (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved installation of a large bat house in Rooks Meadow
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Granted voting rights to alternates Fred Behringer and Michael Aurelia

Rogers Lake Authority

The Authority approved the October 12th meeting minutes. Members discussed budget line item changes, dam maintenance responsibilities with DEEP, and a proposal to transition recruiting duties to John Freer.

• Approved October 12th meeting minutes (unanimous)

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss several harbor projects including an online mooring system, channel markers in the Black Hall River, and updates on Buttonball, Pilgrim, and Tantummaheag landings. No new permit applications are pending.

• Online mooring system implementation update
• Mooring survey results and next steps
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers implementation
• 36-1 Buttonball update
• Nominations for 2023 board leadership

The Commission accepted the meeting minutes from September 13, 2022, and the Treasurer's report for September and October 2022. Members discussed updates on mooring systems, landing projects, and potential initiatives for the 2022-2023 winter season.

• Approved meeting minutes for September 13, 2022
• Accepted Treasurer's Report with ending balance of $25,067.03 as of October 31, 2022

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider several updates and actions, including progress on Halls Road improvements, Sound View sidewalks, and the ARPA funding waiver of certain bid requirements. They will also discuss appointments, the upcoming election, and approve the 2023 town holiday schedule.

• Halls Road Improvement – Update
• ARPA Funding – Update & Consider Waiving Certain Bid Requirements
• Appointment: John Mesham (R) to Inland Wetlands Commission – 3 Yr. Term to 31 Jan 23
• Approve 2023 Town of Old Lyme Holiday Schedule
• Approve Board of Selectmen Schedule of Meetings for 2023

The Board of Selectmen approved the placement of two textile recycling bins on Town property and a contract with Bay State Textile. They also voted to waive bidding requirements for Town agency ARPA Community Initiative grants. Additionally, the Board approved the 2023 holiday and meeting schedules.

• Waived bid requirements for Town of Old Lyme agency ARPA Community Initiative grants
• Approved placement of two textile recycling bins on Town property
• Approved entering into a contract with Bay State Textile
• Approved appointment of John Mesham to the Inland Wetlands Commission (3-year term ending Jan 31, 2023)
• Approved 2023 Town holiday schedule, including Juneteenth
• Approved 2023 Board of Selectmen meeting schedule
• Approved minutes from October 3 and November 4, 2022 meetings

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding a regular meeting and a public hearing on a revised application. The agenda includes a legal notice for the public hearing and a record of votes from a previous meeting. No specific property or action details are provided in the agenda text.

• Public hearing on revised application (details not specified in agenda text)
• Record of votes from prior meeting

The Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new roof and skylights at 90 Lyme St. The commission also updated its summary guidelines and approved payment for the Old Lyme Historical Society calendar.

• Approved CofA for 90 Lyme St. skylights and like-for-like roof replacement (5-0)
• Approved updated Historic District Summary Information form (5-0)
• Approved payment for Old Lyme Historical Society Community Calendar (4-0)
• Approved October 3, 17, and 27 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled 33 Lyme St. generator and propane tank application to November 9 meeting
• Required Florence Griswold Museum to file CofAs for signs and remove sandwich boards

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to consider a Step Two Grievance filed by Kevin Roche. The board may enter executive session to deliberate on the grievance and potentially conduct settlement negotiations. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Kevin Roche Step Two Grievance
• Possible executive session to deliberate on grievance and settlement negotiations

The Board of Selectmen heard testimony from former police officer Kevin Roche and union representative John Miller regarding a Step Two Grievance. The Board entered and exited an executive session to deliberate on the matter, but no motions were made during that session.

• Entered executive session to deliberate on Step Two Grievance
• Exited executive session with no motions made

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission established a sub-committee to determine repairs or replacements for the Hains Park Playground and Cross Lane tennis and basketball courts. The board also reviewed seasonal program income and facility winterization status.

• Approved September 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Formed sub-committee for Hains Park Playground and Cross Lane courts consisting of Brendan McKeever, Missy Garvin, and Sara van Vliet

Economic Development Commission

The Commission voted to support a proposal for an overlay zoning district on Halls Road to allow for more flexible development, including mixed-use and residential options. The body also decided to maintain its current budget level for the 2023-24 cycle.

• Approved statement of support for the Halls Road Improvement Committee's overlay district proposal (6-1)
• Approved keeping the 2023-24 budget request the same as the previous year (7-0)
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Conservation Commission

The Old Lyme Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss earlier business items including owl houses, bat houses, alewife and water testing, and radon level testing. They will also address World Water Day 2023 and watershed matters. The agenda is primarily procedural with no new business items listed.

• Owl houses – G Gregory and T Russell
• Bat houses – G Gregory
• Alewives & water testing – G Gregory
• Water & household radon level testing – T Sherer and G Gregory
• World Water Day 2023 – Secretary M Plumleigh and M Longfellow

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting with one correction regarding owl nesting boxes. Members discussed ongoing projects including bat house placement, water testing, and planning for World Water Day 2023.

• Approved previous meeting minutes with correction to 'Owl Nesting Boxes' (Unanimous)

Historic District Commission

This is a special meeting of the Historic District Commission. The agenda contains only two items: the agenda itself and meeting materials. No specific decisions or proposals are listed for discussion.

• Agenda document: HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA 10_27_2022.PDF
• Meeting materials: HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING RECORD OF VOTES 10_27_2022.PDF

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals continued two public hearings to a December 7 special meeting. The Masco application for variances at 178-5 Boston Post Road was continued for additional evidence on ADA accommodation and water filtration needs. The Cunningham application for reconstruction of an accessory structure at 62 Billow Road was continued after the applicants agreed to notify additional abutters. No final decisions were made on either variance request.

• Continued Case 22-23 (Masco, 178-5 Boston Post Road) to Dec 7 special meeting (5-0)
• Continued Case 22-24 (Cunningham, 62 Billow Road) to Dec 7 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved Sept 15, 2022 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:04 PM (5-0)

Tree Commission

The commission discussed starting a tree inventory using an Excel spreadsheet, following Essex's model, and noted severe drought damage to trees at Town Woods Park. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was largely informational and planning-focused.

• Approved September 15, 2022, minutes (3-0)

Historic District Commission

The Old Lyme Historic District Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on agenda items. The meeting materials include a record of votes from the session.

• Review of agenda for special meeting
• Record of votes from the meeting

Conservation Commission

The Old Lyme Conservation Commission is meeting to review charter revisions and several environmental initiatives. The body will discuss water testing, watershed mapping, and drought planning.

• Revising of the charter
• Owl and bat houses
• Alewives and water testing
• Sign at Hain's Park
• Drought planning

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will receive updates on several town projects and review committee recommendations for 36-1 Buttonball Rd. The meeting includes a resolution regarding the Regional School District Referendum and the scheduling of a grievance date for Kevin Roche.

• Tantummaheag Landing update
• Project updates for Halls Rd. Improvement and Ferry Road Sidewalk
• Committee recommendations for 36-1 Buttonball Rd.
• Regional School District Referendum Resolution
• Swan Brook Outlet work pending ARPA funds

Historic District Commission

The agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The meeting includes a public hearing and a record of votes.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is holding a special meeting on September 26, 2022. The primary activity is a Lyme Street Stroll.

• Lyme Street Stroll

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is meeting to discuss changing the date of a Special Town Meeting. The proposed change would move the meeting from September 19, 2022, to September 22, 2022.

• Proposed date change for Special Town Meeting from September 19 to September 22, 2022

Harbor Management Commission

The commission is meeting to review reports and discuss updates on harbor infrastructure. The agenda includes the implementation of an online mooring system and the placement of channel markers in the Black Hall River.

• Online Mooring System implementation and process update
• Mooring Survey results and next steps
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers implementation
• Updates on 36-1 Buttonball and Tantummaheag Landing
• Pilgrim Landing signage

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss and potentially take action on challenges to the Town's rights and legal interests in Tantummaheag Road. The board may also enter an executive session with town attorneys to prepare a response to these challenges.

• Discussion of challenges to Town rights and legal interests in Tantummaheag Road
• Possible Executive Session regarding pending claims and legal responses

Historic District Commission

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions. The record contains notices for a regular meeting and a public hearing.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen scheduled a special meeting to potentially enter an executive session. The primary purpose of the session is to discuss pending litigation.

• Possible executive session regarding pending litigation

Board of Selectmen

The Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen scheduled for September 9, 2022, was cancelled.

Conservation Commission

The commission will discuss ongoing business including water testing and watershed topics. New business items include shellfish and a plan for drought.

• Alewives & Water Testing discussion
• Water & Household Radon Testing discussion
• Shellfish discussion
• Plan for drought discussion

Board of Selectmen

The Board will receive updates on Tantummaheag Landing and Sound View projects. The meeting includes a recommendation for the Halls Rd. Improvement Committee to move forward with the Zoning Commission.

• Halls Rd. Improvement Committee recommendation to Zoning Commission
• Tantummaheag Landing update
• Sound View Sidewalks and Sewer updates
• Swan Brook Outlet work scheduled after September 15, 2022
• Shoreline Gateway Committee update and funding request

Shellfish Commission

The Old Lyme Shellfish Commission will meet to discuss a proposal for a possible oyster ground. The meeting also includes a treasurer's report and public comment.

• Discussion of proposal for possible oyster ground

Harbor Management Commission

The Commission will review updates on the online mooring system, mooring survey results, and Black Hall River channel marker implementation. The meeting also includes reports from the Clerk, Treasurer, and Harbormaster.

• Update on On-Line Mooring System implementation
• Mooring Survey Results and Next Steps
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers implementation
• 36-1 Buttonball Update
• Tantummaheag Landing Update

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is meeting to address old business including charter revisions and various environmental monitoring efforts. The body will discuss water testing, watershed management, and local conservation installations.

• Revising of the Charter
• Owl & Bat Houses
• Alewives & Water Testing
• Water & Household Radon Testing
• Sign at Hayns Park

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss infrastructure projects and vote on a contract for the Senior Center expansion. The agenda includes updates on the Halls Rd. Improvement and Sound View sidewalks, as well as several board appointments.

• Vote on Point One Architects contract for Senior Center expansion
• Statement from Atty. Jack Collins regarding Tantummaheag Landing
• Halls Rd. Improvement Committee report
• Appointments to Lymes’ Sr. Ctr., CT Gateway Commis., Conserv. Commis., and Econ. Dev. Commis
• Update on 36-1 Buttonball Rd.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet for a special meeting on July 29, 2022. The agenda includes a recommendation regarding the hiring of a new Land Use Administrator and a possible executive session.

• Recommendation to hire a new Land Use Administrator
• Possible executive session to discuss pending litigation and personnel issues

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss specific local items. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Lafayette Trail marker location and the Lyme Street Stroll.

• Lafayette Trail marker location
• Lyme Street Stroll

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to consider a request from Point O’Woods Association, Inc. The request involves issuing bonds to restore and rebuild a boat basin bulkhead.

• Bond request by Point O’Woods Association, Inc. up to $820,000 for boat basin bulkhead restoration

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to consider modifications to the Town of Old Lyme Golf Cart Use Regulations. This includes adding rules for crossing Shore Rd. (Rte. 156) within the Sound View Jurisdiction Area. The meeting may also include an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Modification of Town of Old Lyme Golf Cart Use Regulations
• New rules for crossing Shore Rd. (Rte. 156)
• Potential Executive Session to discuss personnel matters

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss the location and installation of an HVAC unit at 21 Lyme Street. This is a special meeting scheduled for 9:00 a.m.

• HVAC unit and location at 21 Lyme Street

Conservation Commission

The Commission will review proposed projects, timelines, and budgets for presentation to the Board of Finance. Members will also discuss water-related issues including radon testing, well testing, and watershed maintenance.

• Revision of the Old Lyme Conservation Commission charter
• Review of proposed project budgets for the Board of Finance
• Yale’s sampling of Black Hall Pond
• Discussion of Rogers Lake and Phoebe Noyes Griffin Library recycling projects
• Introduction of Madalyne Longfellow and Thomas Kabel as prospective members

Volunteers Pension Committee

The committee will review and discuss the January 1, 2018, retirement plan for the Old Lyme Fire Department Inc. and Old Lyme South End Volunteer Ambulance Association, Inc. Discussion includes tax abatement, town contributions, and annual contribution and statement status.

• Review of Jan 1, 2018 Retirement Plan for Old Lyme Fire Dept and Old Lyme South End Volunteer Ambulance Assoc
• Discussion of Tax Abatement
• Discussion of Town Contributions
• Review of annual contribution, distribution, and statement status

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss a Special Town Meeting regarding the American Rescue Plan disbursement vote. The body will also receive updates on several town infrastructure projects and announce personnel changes.

• Special Town Meeting for American Rescue Plan Disbursement Vote
• Project updates for Halls Rd., Sound View Sidewalks, Sound View Sewers, Senior Ctr. Expansion, Ferry Road Sidewalk, Swan Brook Outlet, and Sound View
• Updates on Tantummaheag Landing and 36-1 Buttonball Rd.
• Hiring of Tom Meyer as Facilities Director and Information Technol. Coordinator
• Search for Land Use Administrator

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a public hearing regarding three specific funding proposals. These items involve requests for health initiatives, building renovations, and historic restoration projects.

• $20,000 proposal for High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. health initiative
• $125,000 proposal for Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Sill House renovation
• $150,000 proposal for Lyme Art Association, Inc. Gallery Phase II historic restoration

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Finance. The session includes a review and discussion of funding recommendations from the American Rescue Plan Act Committee.

• Review and discussion of American Rescue Plan Act Committee’s funding recommendations

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will meet to review treasurer and clerk reports and discuss ongoing harbor projects. The body is reviewing updates on the on-line mooring system and channel markers.

• Approval of May 10th, 2022 meeting minutes
• Two alternate membership openings and appointments
• On-line mooring system implementation and process update
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers implementation
• Updates on 36-1 Buttonball and Tantummaheag Landing

Board of Selectmen

The Board will discuss a potential property tax exemption for disabled veterans. The meeting includes several project updates regarding roads, sidewalks, sewers, and the Senior Center expansion.

• Discussion of Potential Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption
• Halls Rd. Improvement update
• Sound View Sidewalks, Sewers, and general update
• Senior Ctr. Expansion update
• Ferry Road Sidewalk update and committee recommendation

Historic District Commission

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Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the adoption of the Town's Affordable Housing Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion on Sound View parking rates and times, and a potential executive session regarding a personnel matter.

• Adoption of the Town’s Affordable Housing Plan
• Sound View Parking Rates & Times
• Potential Executive Session to Discuss a Personnel Matter

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Water Access Sub-Committee is meeting to review a design plan for the Buttonball site. The committee also intends to begin a study of town-owned sites.

• Review and design plan for Buttonball site
• Study of town owned sites

Harbor Management Commission

The commission will review business reports, permit applications, and updates on several harbor projects. Discussion includes the online mooring system implementation and Black Hall River channel markers.

• Swan Brook Discharge permit application
• Thomas Britt - 80-1 Mile Creek Road permit application
• Henry M Zachs – 2 Neck Road permit application
• On-Line Mooring System implementation update
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers implementation

Conservation Commission

The Commission will discuss budget and timelines for Sampalooza water sampling and bat/owl house construction. Members will also receive updates on Rogers Lake and a potential dock at Hain’s Park.

• Sampalooza CT River water testing update
• Budget and timeline for building bat houses, owl houses, and water sampling
• Rogers Lake update and Rogers Lake Authority proposal
• New dock at Hain’s Park
• Filling the open Alternate position on the OLCC

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review several project updates and new business items. This includes a vote on the five-year Affordable Housing Plan and recommendations regarding specific real estate parcels.

• Adoption of Five Year Affordable Housing Plan
• Recommendation of Open Space Parcel 18-2 Short Hills Rd. to Town Meeting
• Recommendation of sale of 54 Grandview Ave. to Michael & Jessica Hansen to Town Meeting
• Halls Rd., Sound View Sidewalks, Sound View Sewers, Senior Ctr. Expansion, Ferry Road Sidewalk, and Swan Brook Outlet updates
• Opt out of Accessory Apartment Statute Changes per Zoning Commission request

Harbor Management Commission

The commission will review updates on the online mooring system and the Harbor Management Plan revision. The meeting includes officer elections and reports on water access at Tantamahaug Landing and Buttonball Property.

• Officer elections
• Online Mooring System implementation update
• Harbor Management Plan revision
• Black Hall River 3 channel markers implementation
• Water Access Committee updates on Tantamahaug Landing and Buttonball Property

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Board of Selectmen and the Open Space Commission. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding the use of town-owned property located at 36-1 Buttonball Road.

• Discussion about the Use of Town Owned Property at 36-1 Buttonball Road

Conservation Commission

The Commission is reviewing membership nominations and leadership roles. Discussion items include status updates on Halls Road, vernal pools, and owl box construction.

• Membership and leadership nominations
• Halls Road plans update
• Vernal pools discussion
• Owl box building collaboration with Old Lyme High School
• Budget discussion for bat houses, owl houses, and water sampling

Harbor Management Commission

The commission will meet to elect a vice chair and review reports on harbor operations. Discussions include updates on the online mooring system and the Four Mile River dredge.

• Election to fill the position of vice chair
• Implementation update on the On-Line Mooring System
• Update on Four Mile River Dredge
• Discussion on Black Hall River channel markers placement
• Report on Kayak Launch & Storage at Haines Park

Conservation Commission

The Old Lyme Conservation Commission will meet to discuss potential funds from the Federal Infrastructure Bill and review membership applications. The body will also receive updates on water testing and the Ames property.

• Review of potential funds from Federal Infrastructure Bill
• Update on CT River water testing for Sampalooza program
• Status update on plans for Halls Road
• Update on Ames property from Open Space Commission
• Discussion of Friends of OL Conservation Commission proposal

Harbor Management Commission

The commission will review a permit application for a walkway pier and float at 12 Lieutenant River Lane. Members will also discuss the Harbor Management Plan revision and vote on funding for two new channel markers on the Black Hall River.

• Permit application for 134’ walkway pier, ramp, and 100 sf. float at 12 Lieutenant River Lane
• Vote to fund two new channel markers for Black Hall River
• Discussion of public access project ideas for 39-1 Buttonball Road property
• Review of Harbor Management Plan revision draft
• Update on On-Line Mooring System implementation

Conservation Commission

The Old Lyme Conservation Commission will meet to elect officers and review potential new members. The body will discuss water testing, federal infrastructure funding, and the status of plans for Halls Road.

• Vote on a slate of officers
• Review of potential membership applications
• Discussion on advocating for solar panels at Big Y
• Update on the Ames property via the Open Space Commission
• Review of federal Infrastructure Bill funds for Old Lyme

Harbor Management Commission

The Harbor Management Commission will review a permit application for sewer and drainage piping at Swan Brook. Members will vote on terminating a waterway study and funding new channel markers for the Black Hall River. The body will also review dredging permit preparations for the Four Mile River.

• Vote to terminate Four Mile River Navigable Waterway Study RFP
• Vote to fund two new channel markers for Black Hall River
• Permit application for Miami Beach Association sewer and drainage piping at Swan Brook (Clifton and Liberty Streets)
• Review of Four Mile River Dredging Permit work scope and bid package
• Status report on Kayak Launch Haines Park Project

Conservation Commission

The Old Lyme Conservation Commission will meet to discuss current projects and new business. The body is reviewing potential funding from the federal Infrastructure Bill and discussing local environmental issues.

• Response to questions regarding phragmites spraying at Hain’s Park, Rogers Lake
• Discussion on shoreline access property usage in Noank
• Review of potential funds from the federal Infrastructure Bill
• Discussion on a charging station in Old Lyme
• Review of CT legislation regarding firewood transport and invasive insects

Historic District Commission

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