Preston public meetings in 2024

Redevelopment Agency

The regular meeting scheduled for December 25, 2024 is cancelled due to the holiday. The next meeting will occur in January 2025.

Democratic Town Committee

The regular monthly meeting of the Preston Democratic Town Committee scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting with reports from the First Selectperson, Financial Policy Subcommittee, Board of Education Liaison, and Finance Director, including an audit update and year-to-date budget reports. Old business includes discussion of the Board of Education Non-Lapsing Account. New business focuses on approving the Board of Finance 2025 meeting calendar, the 2025-2026 budget calendar, and the 2025-2026 capital workshop calendar, which set the schedule for upcoming financial planning. Public comment sessions are scheduled at the start and end of the meeting.

• Audit update from Finance Director
• YTD budget reports for Board of Education and Town
• Discussion of Board of Education Non-Lapsing Account
• Approval of Board of Finance 2025 meeting calendar
• Approval of 2025-2026 budget and capital workshop calendars

The Board of Finance unanimously approved the 2025 meeting calendar and the 2025-2026 budget calendar. The board also agreed to hold capital workshops as part of regular meeting agendas starting in January. No other substantive decisions were made; most of the meeting consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved November 14, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Board of Finance meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 budget calendar (unanimous)
• Agreed to conduct capital workshops as part of regular meeting agendas starting in January

Board of Selectmen

The regular Board of Selectmen meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on January 8, 2025.

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will meet to discuss pending applications for property improvements and a pond extension. The body will also consider a bond release for a shed project.

• 221 Middle Rd.: Replacement of failing cess pool with new subsurface sewage disposal system
• 86 Schoolhouse Rd.: Construction within wetlands upland area
• 5 Deerbrook Rd.: Extension request to dig/dredge agricultural pond
• 41 Bunny Road: $250 bond release for 10x20 shed on sonotubes

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved a permit for replacing a failing cesspool at 221 Middle Road with a $1,000 bond. It also determined a project at 86 Schoolhouse Road as 'As of Right Agricultural' and refunded the $95 fee. A $250 bond was released for a shed at 41 Bunny Road, and the agent's November expenses of $100.57 were approved. A new application for a home at 31-33 Burton Road was discussed but not decided.

• Approved IW#2024-13 cesspool replacement at 221 Middle Road with $1,000 bond (all in favor)
• Determined IW#2024-14 at 86 Schoolhouse Road as As of Right Agricultural and refunded $95 fee (all in favor)
• Released $250 bond for IW#2020-07 shed at 41 Bunny Road (all in favor)
• Approved IW Agent's mileage and cell phone charge of $100.57 for November 2024 (all in favor)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review several applications, including a new single-family home within wetlands upland area at 31-33 Burton Rd (IW #2024-15), replacement of a failing cesspool at 221 Middle Rd (IW #2024-13), and construction within wetlands upland at 86 Schoolhouse Rd (IW #2024-14). They will also consider an extension request to dig/dredge an agricultural pond at 5 Deerbrook Rd (IW #2020-05) and a $250 bond release for a shed at 41 Bunny Road (IW #2020-07). The commission will approve minutes from November 19, 2024, and receive a wetlands agent report.

• Application IW #2024-15: Dawn M. Smith for single-family home at 31-33 Burton Rd within wetlands upland area
• Application IW #2024-13: Shawn Meaike for replacement of failing cesspool at 221 Middle Rd
• Application IW #2024-14: Charlene Rand for construction within wetlands upland at 86 Schoolhouse Rd
• Extension request IW #2020-05: Zach Tarner for agricultural pond at 5 Deerbrook Rd
• Bond release IW #2020-07: Brian Mignault for 10x20 shed at 41 Bunny Road, $250 bond

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates from task groups on finances, site operations/cleanup, and the closing master list, and take public comment. The agenda is largely administrative with no votes on new ordinances or contracts.

• Task group activity on site operations and cleanup
• Review of closing master list for redevelopment projects
• Update from First Selectwoman on administration
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total

The Preston Redevelopment Agency approved Chairman Nugent signing Shipman & Goodwin's rate schedule effective January 1, 2025. The agency also discussed grant applications, including a $250,000 Municipal Needs Planning Grant, and reported progress on property conveyances and site cleanup.

• Approved Shipman & Goodwin rate schedule effective Jan 1, 2025 (all in favor)
• Accepted November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned at 7:30 pm (all in favor)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will vote on two Community Investment Fund Round 6 resolutions: the Poquetanuck Village Traffic Calming Master Plan Phase III and improvements to Routes 12 and 2A, and a Municipality Properties and Facilities Assessment. Other business includes reappointments to the Youth Services Advisory Board, Ethics Commission, and Senior Affairs Committee, approval of the 2025 holiday schedule and meeting schedule, and discussion of the Strategic Plan Brochure draft. The agenda also includes tax refunds for Thomas C. Jenkins and Reworld Waste LLC, and a public comment session.

• Vote on Community Investment Fund Round 6 resolution for Poquetanuck Village Traffic Calming Master Plan Phase III and Routes 12 and 2A improvements
• Vote on Community Investment Fund Round 6 resolution for Municipality Properties and Facilities Assessment
• Reappointments to Preston Youth Services Advisory Board (three members), Ethics Commission (two members), and Senior Affairs Committee (four members)
• Approval of 2025 Town Holiday Schedule and 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting dates
• Tax refunds for Thomas C. Jenkins and Reworld Waste LLC (amounts not specified)

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved resolutions to apply for two Community Investment Fund grants: up to $400,000 for engineering of the Poquetanuck Village Traffic Calming Master Plan Phase III and Route 12/2A improvements, and up to $250,000 for a Municipal Facility Properties and Facilities Assessment. The board also approved multiple reappointments to town boards and committees, the 2025 holiday schedule, and 2025 meeting schedule. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved CIF grant application up to $400,000 for Poquetanuck Village Traffic Calming Master Plan Phase III and Route 12/2A improvements (unanimous)
• Approved CIF grant application up to $250,000 for Municipal Facility Properties and Facilities Assessment (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jessica Boucher, Amanda Phelps, and Sada Hammond to Preston Youth Services Advisory Board for three-year terms ending Dec 31, 2027 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Roberta Charpentier as Alternate to Preston Youth Services Advisory Board for three-year term ending Dec 31, 2027 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Gale Ennis and Nancy Bartlett to Ethics Commission for three-year terms ending Dec 31, 2027 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Elizabeth Bassett, Debra Eddy, Marie Perrin, and Frances Minor to Senior Affairs Committee for one-year terms ending Dec 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Frances Minor as Municipal Agent for the Elderly for four-year term ending Dec 31, 2028 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Town of Preston Holiday Schedule and 2025 Board of Selectmen Meetings (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the Plan of Conservation and Development, followed by a vote on the plan. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing and action on the Plan of Conservation and Development

The Preston Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the 2024 Plan of Conservation and Development with minor formatting, grammatical, and clarification revisions recommended by Town Planner Kathy Warzecha. The approval followed a public hearing where residents raised concerns about timelines, greenway designations, and infrastructure needs, but no changes were made to the plan.

• Approved 2024 Plan of Conservation and Development with formatting, grammatical, and clarification revisions (unanimous)

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education is holding a special executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining, as permitted by Connecticut General Statutes. The meeting includes public comment opportunities via email or in person, but the main action is entering closed session for negotiations strategy. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the public agenda.

• Executive session for collective bargaining strategy under Gen. Stat. 1-210(b)(9)
• Public comment accepted via email by noon on Dec 9 or in person at the meeting
• Meeting held at Preston Plains Library at 6:00 PM

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to elect officers and review financial and capital reports. The session includes updates from the Superintendent and various committee reports.

• Election of Officers
• Review of Financials and Capital Projects
• Non-Lapsing Account report
• Superintendent's update on Strategic Plan Brochure

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group will review reports on GIS updates and the use of PCFD outbuildings. The group will also discuss a Selectman response regarding a funding committee and the town budget.

• GIS responsibility for updates
• Uses of PCFD outbuildings
• Capital plan update
• Committee Town budget
• 2025 meeting dates

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education Communication Committee is meeting to review surveys that have been received and to discuss next steps. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and public comment, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and discuss surveys received
• Discuss next steps for Preston

Senior Affairs Committee

The Preston Senior Affairs Committee will discuss old business including an ARPA update, vehicle replacement, and a reading program, and consider new business such as a $2,000 donation to the Winter Energy Program and election of officers for January 2025. The meeting also includes a financial report and public comment.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Reinstitute PVMS reading program
• Resignation of a member
• $2,000 donation to Winter Energy Program

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency's regular meeting scheduled for November 27, 2024, has been canceled due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The next meeting may occur in December, as stated by Chairperson Sean Nugent.

• Meeting canceled due to Thanksgiving holiday

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss new and old business. The primary new item is a subdivision application for a property on North Shore Rd.

• SUB #2024-04: 2-lot subdivision at 14 North Shore Rd. (Matthew and Jamie Gauthier)
• ZP #2023-14: Extension request letter from Susan F. Mattern
• Discussion of 2025 Meeting Calendar
• POCD discussion

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The Conservation & Agricultural Commission will meet to discuss the FY 2025-26 budget and narrative. The body will also review the Sustainable CT report and the adoption of an Open Space Plan.

• FY 2025-26 Budget and Narrative
• Adopting Open Space Plan
• Sustainable CT report and next steps
• Pollinator Pathway Map and signs
• Conservation Commission Green Valley Institute UCONN maps

Democratic Town Committee

The Regular Monthly Meeting of the Preston Democratic Town Committee scheduled for November 25, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of Finance

The regularly scheduled Preston Board of Finance meeting for November 21, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will consider reappointing Sean Nugent as chair of the Preston Redevelopment Agency through 2029, vote on a bid waiver for line striping on multiple roads, and discuss budget parameters and a resolution for MERS participation. The meeting also includes a tax refund and an executive session on legal advice regarding town land.

• Reappointment of Sean Nugent as Chairperson of Preston Redevelopment Agency, term ending October 26, 2029
• Bid waiver request for line striping on multiple roads
• Resolution for MERS participation
• Budget parameters discussion
• Tax refund of $8.23 to Andrea L. Choquette

Youth Services Bureau

The Preston Youth Services Advisory Board will consider recommending new appointments to the Board of Selectmen for expiring terms, elect officers for 2025, and discuss programming ideas including a possible storage container purchase for food, clothes, and toys ($3,500 used / $5,000 new). The board will also vote on consent items from the October meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Completion of terms on Dec 31, 2024, for School Rep. Jessica Boucher, Community Members Amanda Phelps and Sada Hammond, and Alternate Roberta Charpentier; recommendation to BoS for new appointments
• Annual election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for terms starting January
• Discussion of a storage container for food, clothes, and toys: ~$3,500 used, ~$5,000 new
• Program updates: Toy Cabinet, StoryWalk, D.A.R.E., Presents for Preston, Stuff a Cruiser (Dec 7), Preston Santa & Sirens (Dec 7)
• PYSAB 2025 Meeting Calendar approval

Youth Services Bureau

The board will review completion of terms for three members and recommend new appointments to the Board of Selectmen. They will also hold annual elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for 2025. Additionally, the board will discuss programming ideas including a potential storage container purchase for food, clothes, and toys, with costs estimated at $3,500 used or $5,000 new.

• Completion of terms for Jessica Boucher (school rep), Amanda Phelps and Sada Hammond (community members), and Roberta Charpentier (alternate); recommendation to BoS for replacements
• Annual election of officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary) for January 2025
• Discussion of purchasing a storage container for food, clothes, and toys at estimated cost of $3,500 used or $5,000 new
• Program updates: Toy Cabinet, StoryWalk, D.A.R.E., Presents for Preston, Stuff a Cruiser (Dec 7), Preston Santa & Sirens (Dec 7)
• PYSB 2025 meeting calendar and director's update

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will receive updates on park maintenance projects including a security system for Green and Veterans Field, roof replacement on the pavilion, and electrical work. It will also address membership vacancies, review recent community events like Trunk or Treat, and discuss grant proposals. A 2025 meeting schedule will be set.

• Security system and cameras for Green and Veterans Field
• Roof replacement on the Pavilion
• Membership vacancies: Seat 1 (vacated by Thomas Wilber) and two alternate seats
• Grants: Community Garden, Conservation Land Acquisition, Community Infrastructure Fund, STEAP Grant, Preston Community Fund, Eastern CT Foundation Women and Girls Grant
• 2025 Schedule of Meetings

Parks & Recreation Commission

The November 19, 2024 meeting of the Preston Parks & Recreation Commission has been canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no actions taken

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will hold a regular meeting to review two new permit applications: a cesspool replacement at 221 Middle Rd and construction within the wetland upland area at 86 Schoolhouse Rd. The commission will also approve minutes from October 15, receive the Wetlands Agent Report, and discuss the 2025 meeting calendar and 2025-2026 budget. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person for up to 15 minutes.

• IW #2024-13: Shawn Meaike – replacement of failing cesspool with subsurface sewage disposal at 221 Middle Rd
• IW #2024-14: Charlene Rand (applicant), Arthur Moran Jr. (owner) – construction within wetland upland area at 86 Schoolhouse Rd
• Approval of October 15, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 meeting calendar and 2025-2026 budget narrative
• Wetlands Agent Report and approval of agent mileage

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on November 18, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The board will vote on a consent agenda, policies at second read (including equity, Title IX, attendance, and hazing/bullying), financial reports, a capital projects critical draft, and a non-lapsing education fund management plan. The meeting also includes public comment, superintendent's update, PTO report, and committee reports.

• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from Oct. 21 regular and executive session meetings.
• Vote on policies at second read: Policy 0523 (Equity and Diversity), Policy 4000.1 (Title IX), Policy 5113 (Attendance), Policy 5131.911 (Hazing/Bullying).
• Financial/Capital Report: vote on financials, capital projects critical draft, and non-lapsing education fund management plan.
• Superintendent's update on student achievement.
• Committee reports from Finance, Curriculum, Communication, LEARN, CABE, and Building Needs Assessment.

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education is holding a special executive session to discuss strategy regarding collective bargaining. Public comment is available via email or in person before the closed session. The meeting otherwise consists of routine procedural items.

• Executive session under Gen. Stat. 1-210(b)(9) for collective bargaining strategy

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance holds a special meeting to consider capital presentations from the Board of Selectmen and Board of Education, including a road management plan, and receive an audit update involving a special appropriation. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and take public comment.

• Capital presentations: Board of Selectmen capital requests
• Capital presentations: Road Management Plan
• Capital presentations: Board of Education capital requests
• Audit update with special appropriation—Appraisal
• Approval of minutes from Oct 27 special and Oct 17 regular meetings

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from October 23rd, receive updates on task group finances, site operations, and closing master list, and consider the reappointment of Sean Nugent to the agency. The board will also discuss and submit the annual calendar. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person, max 15 minutes total.

• Re-appointment of Sean Nugent to the agency
• Acceptance of regular meeting minutes from October 23rd, 2024
• Task group activity updates: finances, site operations, closing master list
• Annual calendar submission

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority is holding a special meeting to cover routine business: approving previous minutes, reviewing bills and the treasurer's report, and addressing old business items including a CHFA grant and policy updates. No new business is listed. The meeting includes an executive director report and public comment period.

• Discussion of CHFA grant (old business)
• Update to housing authority policies (old business)
• Reading and approval of minutes
• Bills and Communications/Treasurer's Report
• Report of the Executive Director

Board of Selectmen

The Preston Board of Selectmen regular meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet for an executive session to receive legal advice regarding Town operations. The session includes the negotiation of lease terms for certain Town-owned property.

• Negotiation of lease terms for Town-owned property

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The advisory group will receive an update on potential funding sources for a study of new municipal building costs and discuss the next steps in the planning process. Public comment periods are included for resident input.

• Update on possible sources for funding a study of new building costs
• Further discussion of the plan moving forward
• Setting meeting dates for the committee in 2025

Board of Selectmen

The Preston Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting to discuss routine business including acceptance of minutes, reports, and financial items. Key action items include a possible bid waiver for General Code Codification Services, updates on ARPA funding and the Capital Improvement Plan, and appointments including the reappointment of Town Treasurer Erin Gizio. Several small tax refunds are scheduled for approval.

• Resignation of Carol Matsumoto from Sustainability Team
• Reappointment of Town Treasurer Erin Gizio
• Possible bid waiver for General Code Codification Services
• ARPA Funding Updates
• Capital Improvement Plan

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved several ARPA fund repurposing and allocation requests, including $5,000 for tree lighting at Community Park, $185,000 (plus $37,100 from LoCIP) for Town Hall parking lot repaving, a contract not to exceed $13,890 for General Code Codification Services, and $11,000 (plus a $19,000 request to the Board of Finance) for a Riverwalk property appraisal. The board also reappointed Erin Gizio as Town Treasurer for a three-year term and accepted the resignation of Carol Matsumoto from the Sustainability Team. No public comment was made.

• Approved October 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Erin Gizio as Town Treasurer for three-year term ending Nov 15, 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved repurposing $5,000 ARPA funds for tree lighting and electrical upgrades at Community Park (unanimous)
• Approved $185,000 ARPA and $37,100 LoCIP for Town Hall parking lot project (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to General Code Codification Services not to exceed $13,890 from ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved repurposing $11,000 ARPA and requesting $19,000 from Board of Finance for Riverwalk appraisal (unanimous)
• Approved five tax refunds totaling $777.33 (unanimous)

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will review financial reports and provide updates on vehicle replacement and the Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy. The committee will also discuss reinstituting a senior reading program at Preston Village Middle School.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy
• Meet & Greet with Resident State Troopers
• Proposal to reinstitute senior reading program at PVMS

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the adoption of the CAC Open Space Plan and review the Sustainable CT Report. The agenda includes updates on pollinator pathways and reports from the Amos Lake Association.

• Adopting Open Space Plan
• Sustainable CT Report
• Pollinator Pathway Map
• Conservation Commission Green Valley Institute UCONN maps
• Conservation Corner/Public Library

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Town Committee will discuss pending 2024 elections for Senate, House, Congressional, and Presidential races under new business. Old business includes a fundraising update. The committee may also hear reports from town officials and a state central update.

• Discussion of 2024 U.S. Senate race (18" seat)
• Discussion of 2024 U.S. House race (45" seat)
• Discussion of 2024 Congressional District race (24 CD)
• Discussion of 2024 Presidential race
• Fundraising update under old business

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will meet to discuss legal advice from Shipman & Goodwin LLP regarding the future disposition of Fort Point Road under the Property Disposition and Development Agreement (PDDA). The meeting includes acceptance of prior minutes and a public comment period.

• Executive session to review attorney-client privileged communications about Fort Point Road rights and obligations under the PDDA
• Acceptance of regular meeting minutes from October 9, 2024

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a regular meeting to accept previous minutes, hear reports, and take public comment. Business items include canceling the November 13 regular meeting and scheduling a special meeting for November 6, an update from the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group, and an ARPA update. The board will also consider tax refunds for several individuals and enter executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged communications regarding town operations.

• Cancellation of November 13 regular meeting and scheduling of special meeting on November 6
• Update from Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group
• ARPA update
• Tax refunds: Kevin P. McIntyre ($129.36, $95.37, $69.64), Brian A. Boyd, Linda M. Cummings, Linwood F. Crary ($143.49), Anthony F. & Marcia L. Gale ($120.90)
• Executive session for discussion of attorney-client privileged communications

Youth Services Bureau

The Preston Youth Services Advisory Board will review program updates, a financial report, and the director's update. They will discuss programming ideas for 2024-2025, including the Presents for Preston holiday program and a used storage container for donations.

• Discussion of a used 40-foot storage container for food, clothes, and toys
• Presents for Preston program outlined with gift collection and distribution
• Stuff a Cruiser event scheduled for December 7th
• Vacancies for a youth organization representative and a community member
• Updates on Toy Cabinet, StoryWalk, and D.A.R.E. programs

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on ZTA #2024-06, which would amend zoning regulations to include cider mills and other farm fruit facilities and allow two private events per acre. The commission will also consider three zoning permit applications: an accessory apartment at 2 Kimball Farm Rd., a home occupation for mead production at 6 McClimon Rd., and a property at 148 Route 2. Additionally, there is a failure-to-comply item regarding unpaid legal notice fees of $300.36.

• Public hearing on ZTA #2024-06: amend farm winery regulations to include cider mills and allow 2 private events per acre
• ZP #2024-07: accessory apartment at 2 Kimball Farm Rd.
• ZP #2024-08: home occupation (manufacture of mead) at 6 McClimon Rd.
• ZP #2024-09: Long Tidal River Lands, LLC for property at 148 Route 2
• Failure to comply: Christopher Kapilotis owes $300.36 in legal notice fees

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review updates on park maintenance, development, and upcoming community events. The body is also discussing several grant proposals and filling commission vacancies.

• Security system and cameras for Green and Veterans Field
• Roof replacement on Pavilion, electrical work, and drainage engineering
• Lussier Field Expansion and STEAP Grant Proposal
• Vacancies for Seat 1 and two Alternate positions
• Community Garden, Conservation Land Acquisition, and Community Infrastructure Fund grants

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education is meeting for a special executive session focused on strategy regarding collective bargaining. The agenda includes only procedural items and the closed-door session, with no other business scheduled.

• Executive session for strategy regarding collective bargaining under Gen. Stat. 1-210(b)(9)

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including meeting minutes, LEARN, and CABE reports. They will vote on the formal approval of the IED Plan and Healthy Food Certification, and discuss SBAC results. Policies at first and second read include Title IX, equity, hazing/bullying, attendance, recruitment, nondiscrimination, and substitute teachers.

• Vote on formal approval of IED Plan
• Vote on Healthy Food Certification
• First read of Policy 4000.1 (Title IX), Policy 0523 (Equity), Policy 5131.911 (Hazing/Bullying), Policy 5113 (Attendance)
• Second read of Policy 4211 (Recruitment), Policy 5145.42 (Nondiscrimination), Policy 4121 (Substitute Teachers)
• Financial report and board vote on financials

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will meet to conduct general business. The agenda includes discussions on a CHFA grant and the purchase of new chairs and tables.

• CHFA grant
• New chairs & tables

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education Finance Committee will meet to discuss the fiscal year 2024 closeout, the fiscal year 2025 budget update, capital projects, and an audit. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 15, 2024, and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024
• Discussion of FY24 closeout
• Discussion of FY25 budget update
• Capital projects update
• Audit discussion

Preston Board of Education

The October 17, 2024, Preston Board of Education Finance Committee meeting has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance is holding a special meeting primarily to interview potential alternate members and appoint one to fill a vacancy. The meeting also includes a public comment session limited to 15 minutes.

• Interviews of potential alternate members
• Appointment of an alternate member to fill a vacancy
• Public comment session (3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total)

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance will discuss capital and bonding matters as old business, and consider a bid waiver and a date change for the November meeting as new business. Routine reports from the first selectperson, finance director, and board of education liaison are also scheduled. Public comment sessions are limited to 15 minutes.

• Capital and Bonding Review and Discussion
• Bid Waiver
• November Board of Finance meeting date change
• Approval of September 19, 2024 minutes
• August 2024 YTD Budget Reports

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education Communication Committee is meeting to discuss and review a survey. The agenda includes public comment options and standard procedural items. No further details on the survey topic are provided in the agenda.

• Survey review under New Business

The Preston Board of Education Communication Committee met and discussed the format of parent and staff surveys. They decided to hold a parent grading presentation before sending out the parent survey, and the staff survey will be distributed in the next few weeks. The results will help shape the student survey. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Discussed survey formats and planned parent grading presentation before parent survey
• Scheduled staff survey to go out in the next few weeks

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Preston Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a workshop to review the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person with a total session of 15 minutes. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Workshop to review the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD)

Emergency Services Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss updates regarding ambulance services, grants, and public safety manning. The agenda also includes an update on emergency services for the Preston Riverwalk.

• Ambulance update
• Grants update
• Preston Riverwalk Emergency Services update
• Public Safety Manning discussion
• Establishment of 2025 meeting dates

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Preston Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will meet on October 15, 2024 to consider a garage permit, a bond release, and a new subdivision review. Old business includes a permit for a 30x30' metal garage at 48 McClimon Rd. within 100 feet of wetlands. New business includes a bond release for a driveway at 111 Hollowell Rd. and a new application (IW #2024-12) for a subdivision at 14 North Shore Rd. The meeting also includes public comment and the agent's report.

• Application W #2024-11: construct a 30x30' metal garage at 48 McClimon Rd. within 100 feet of wetlands.
• Bond release for IW #2021-07, Dawn Urian, at 111 Hollowell Rd. for driveway construction.
• New application IW #2024-12: subdivision review at 14 North Shore Rd. by Matthew and Jamie Gauthier.
• Approval of September 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes.
• Public comment session (3-minute limit per person, 15-minute total).

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting with administrative updates from task groups covering finances, site operations/cleanup, and the closing master list. No major decisions, rezonings, or contracts with dollar amounts are on the agenda. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person, with a total of 15 minutes.

• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2024
• Task group activity on finances (BL)
• Task group activity on site operations / site cleanup (FE)
• Task group activity on closing master list (SN)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to review updates regarding ARPA bid waivers and the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group. The board will also consider tax refunds for several individuals and estates.

• ARPA Update regarding bid waivers
• Update from Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group
• Tax refunds for Jack Hayslip, Tzipporah Prottas, Seren A. Tam, and others

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group is meeting to review building tours and inquiries. The group will discuss one, five, and ten year plans for town facilities.

• Reports on tours of Town owned buildings
• Discussion of one, five and ten year plans

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will hold a regular special meeting on October 2, 2024, to review the lease, tenant policies, and pet agreement. No other business is scheduled.

• Review of lease, tenant policies, and pet agreement

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will discuss old business including an update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, a vehicle replacement plan, and a Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy. Also on the agenda are Narcan training coordination and a flu/pneumonia clinic. New business includes meet-and-greet sessions with Resident State Troopers and Parks & Recreation staff. The meeting includes a public comment period limited to 15 minutes.

• ARPA fund update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy discussion
• Narcan training discussion
• Flu & Pneumonia clinic planning

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Town Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and updates from town officials. New business includes discussion of the 18th Senate, 45th House, 24th Congressional District, and Presidential races, as well as fundraising. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes on specific items.

• Discussion of 18th Senate race
• Discussion of 45th House race
• Discussion of 24th Congressional District race
• Discussion of Presidential race
• Fundraising discussion under old business

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Town Committee has scheduled a special meeting for September 30, 2024. The provided agenda contains only the meeting notice and no specific discussion items.

Redevelopment Agency

The agency will hold a regular meeting to discuss administration, finances, and site operations. The agenda consists primarily of procedural updates and task group activities.

• Review of finances
• Discussion of site operations and site clean up
• Review of the closing master list

Board of Selectmen

The Preston Board of Selectmen will discuss updates on ARPA and capital planning, a CIF Grant, and an HR evaluation project. They will also consider appointing Christopher M. Vernott to the Emergency Services Advisory Committee and approve tax refunds.

• Appointment of Christopher M. Vernott to the Emergency Services Advisory Committee
• ARPA and Capital Planning update
• CIF Grant update
• Tax refunds for Angelina M. & John N. Stuart and Corelogic Centralized Refunds
• Economic Development Association Best Practices discussion

Youth Services Bureau

The Preston Youth Services Advisory Board will review its mission and goals, focusing on prevention and service needs versus wants. The board will discuss programming ideas including D.A.R.E. for grades 5 and 7, and set goals for fall, winter, spring, and summer. Consent agenda includes minutes, financial report, and updates on summer programs. Members are asked to prepare new program ideas for next meeting.

• Review of PYSB goals/purpose/mission with emphasis on prevention and service needs
• Discussion of D.A.R.E. program for grades 5 and 7
• Programming goals for 2024-2025 including StoryWalk, Toy Cabinet, Presents for Preston, and Stuff a Cruiser
• Consent agenda: June 5 meeting minutes and financial report
• Welcome new Recreation & Senior Programs Coordinators Allison Bruehwiler and Blake Brackett

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss ZTA #2024-05, which would add a definition of transient guests to the short-term rental regulations and replace Section 16.19 with new requirements. The commission will also consider a zoning permit for a dog grooming home occupation at 69 Brown School Rd. Other business includes approval of August 27 minutes, correspondence, and a POCD progress update.

• Public hearing on ZTA #2024-05: adding 'Transient Guests' to short-term rental definition and replacing Section 16.19 with new short-term rental requirements
• Zoning Permit ZP #2024-06: John and Karrie West, 69 Brown School Rd, for a home occupation dog grooming
• Approval of August 27, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• POCD Progress Update

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Preston Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss updates on park maintenance, including security cameras, roof replacement, electrical work, drainage, Lussier Field expansion, and a STEAP grant proposal. The agenda also includes filling membership vacancies, reviewing summer programs, and planning community events such as Trunk or Treat and the Holiday Tree Lighting.

• Security system and cameras for Green and Veterans Field
• Roof replacement on Pavilion
• Lussier Field expansion update
• STEAP Grant Proposal
• Vacancies: Seat 1 and two Alternate seats expiring 3/31/2029

The commission approved a bid from Z's Electric for electrical work and accepted an estimate from Alarming Ideas for about $8,000 to install security cameras at the park. They also accepted the treasurer's report and minutes from the July meeting. No other formal votes were taken; other items were discussed or deferred.

• Approved bid from Z's Electric for electrical work (all in favor)
• Accepted $8K estimate from Alarming Ideas for camera installation at Little League and playscape areas
• Accepted treasurer's report (all in favor)
• Accepted meeting minutes from July 23, 2024 (all in favor)

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The Preston Conservation and Agricultural Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 23, 2024. They will approve the August meeting minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old business including the Sustainable CT report, Fall Tractor Show, Pollinator Pathway Map, and adopting an Open Space Plan. New business includes discussing UCONN maps and whether to use Open Space Funds for purchasing development rights or open space. The commission also notes a membership vacancy.

• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on adopting the Open Space Plan
• Discussion on best use of Open Space Funds for development rights vs. open space purchase
• Update on Pollinator Pathway Map
• Membership vacancy on the commission

Democratic Town Committee

The regular monthly meeting of the Preston Democratic Town Committee scheduled for September 23, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will discuss the Capital and Bonding Review as old business, receive a subcommittee report on a Capital/Fixed Assets Policy, and consider new legislation regarding the Board of Education Non-Lapsing Fund. The meeting also includes the First Selectperson Report and the Finance Director's audit and year-to-date budget reports for the Board of Education and Town.

• Capital and Bonding Review and discussion
• Capital/Fixed Assets Policy presented by Financial Policy Subcommittee
• New legislation for Board of Education Non-Lapsing Fund
• Year-to-date budget reports for Board of Education and Town
• Audit report from Finance Director

The Preston Board of Finance unanimously approved a $5,500 payment to King, King & Associates, CPAs, covering the Board of Selectmen's portion of the invoice. The board also discussed the Board of Education's creation of a nonlapsing fund under new state statute, with a legal opinion provided, and heard updates on audits, grants, and capital planning. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $5,500 payment to King, King & Associates, CPAs (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will meet to review the treasurer's report and conduct regular business. The body will discuss a CHFA grant and the purchase of new chairs and tables.

• CHFA grant
• Purchase of new chairs and tables

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hear any appeals related to motor vehicle assessments from October 1, 2023. The board will also set the dates for its March and September 2025 meetings. The meeting is largely procedural with no old business.

• Hear appeals of October 1, 2023 motor vehicle assessments
• Set 2025 meeting dates for March and September

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

This regular meeting includes discussion and potential decision on application IW #2024-11 for a 30x30-foot metal garage within 100 feet of wetlands. The commission will also approve minutes, review the wetlands agent report, and hear public comment. The agenda indicates conditions and bond amounts are required for approvals.

• IW #2024-11: Aaron and Jamie Edie seek approval for a 30x30' metal garage at 48 McClimon Rd., within 100 feet of wetlands.
• Approval of August 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes.
• Wetlands Agent Report and approval of agent mileage with specified amounts.
• Public comment session limited to 3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total.

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved a permit for Aaron and Jamie Edie to construct a 30x30-foot metal garage at 48 McClimon Road, within 100 feet of wetlands, with a $1,000 bond. The board also approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes and the wetlands agent's mileage reimbursement of $40.96 for August 2024. No new business, violations, or public comment were reported.

• Approved IW #2024-11 for 30x30' metal garage at 48 McClimon Road with $1,000 bond (unanimous)
• Approved August 20, 2024 regular meeting minutes (Andruskiewicz and Tamer abstained)
• Approved TW Agent mileage for August 2024 in the amount of $40.96 (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency regular meeting scheduled for September 11, 2024 has been cancelled. The next meeting may occur later in September. No items will be discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

Board of Selectmen

The Board will discuss and possibly decide on the purchase of a bus for Senior Affairs, including a funding source and a bid waiver. They will also consider a bid waiver for Morton Salt for winter road treating. Updates will be provided on the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group and the CIF Board. Small tax refunds totaling $160.95 are also on the agenda.

• Purchase of Bus for Senior Affairs — Funding and Bid Waiver
• Bid Waiver Request — Morton Salt for Winter Operations Road Treating
• Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group Update
• CIF Board Meeting update
• Tax refunds: Christina M. & Michael A. Lallier $49.46, James A. Martinez $75.44, John P. Marien $11.03, Susan Hopkins-Terrel & David J. Terrell $24.02

The Board of Selectmen unanimously approved funding and a bid waiver for a new Senior Affairs van, covering the $41,465.30 cost over the original $72,000 allocation by reallocating $30,000 from Parks & Rec guardrails and using the 10% bond package allowance. They also approved a bid waiver for road salt from Morton Salt at $91.52 per ton, not to exceed $55,000, and approved four tax refunds totaling $160.95.

• Approved $41,465.30 additional funding for Senior Affairs van via $30,000 guardrail reallocation and bond package (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver for 2025 Ford E-350 van at $113,465.30 (unanimous)
• Approved bid waiver for Morton Salt road salt at $91.52/ton, up to $55,000 (unanimous)
• Approved tax refunds totaling $160.95 (unanimous)

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will receive a district opening summary and updates on contract negotiations and Title IX training. The body will vote on the August 19 meeting minutes and review several personnel and student policies.

• First read of policies 4211 (Recruitment and Selection), 5145.42 (Nondiscrimination), and 4121 (Substitute Teachers)
• Second read of policies 6144 (Controversial Issues), 3171.1 (Non-Lapsing Education Fund), 4112.5 (Security Check/Fingerprinting), 5141.3 (Health Assessments/Immunizations), and 5141.5 (Suicide Prevention)
• Superintendent update on contract negotiations and IED finalization
• Financial and capital reports for FY24 and FY25
• Review of the Capital Plan

The Preston Board of Education unanimously adopted revisions to Policy 6144 (Controversial Issues), Policy 3171.1 (Non-Lapsing Education Fund), Policy 4112.5 (Security Check/Fingerprinting), and Policy 5141.5 (Suicide Prevention). The board pulled Policy 5141.3 (Health Assessments/Immunizations) for further review. The board also accepted the consent agenda and the July budget report, both unanimously.

• Adopted Policy 6144 revisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy 3171.1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy 4112.5 (unanimous)
• Pulled Policy 5141.3 for further review (unanimous)
• Adopted Policy 5141.5 (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted July budget report (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority's September 9, 2024 meeting has been moved to September 18, 2024. The notice provides no other agenda items or business to be discussed. This is purely a procedural date change.

• Meeting date changed from September 9 to September 18, 2024

Preston Board of Education

The September 5, 2024 Board of Education Finance Committee meeting has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Preston Board of Education

The Communications Committee of the Preston Board of Education will discuss two new-business items: a comparison of traditional and standardized grading methods, and a discussion of survey questions. The meeting is a discussion session with no scheduled votes or public hearings.

• Traditional versus Standardized Grading discussion
• Survey Question Discussion

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group is meeting to plan tours of town-owned buildings and two elementary schools. The group will also discuss its budget and future plans.

• Tours of town-owned buildings and two elementary schools
• Committee budget discussion
• Future planning for the advisory group

Senior Affairs Committee

The committee will review the financial report and discuss old business including updates on American Rescue Plan Act funds and vehicle replacement, as well as a vacancy for the Nutrition Site Assistant. New business items include Narcan training, a flu and pneumonia clinic, senior bus repairs, and the Recreation & Senior Program Coordinator position. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person, with a total session of 15 minutes.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy
• Narcan training
• Flu & Pneumonia clinic

The Preston Senior Affairs Committee met on September 3, 2024, and approved the June minutes and financial report. They discussed the need for additional funds to replace a senior center vehicle, with a $41,465.30 gap between the approved amount and the quote. The committee also noted the unfilled Nutrition Site Assistant position and the upcoming start of a new Recreation & Senior Programming Coordinator.

• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved financial report
• Discussed vehicle replacement funding gap of $41,465.30
• Noted Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy remains unfilled
• Noted new Recreation & Senior Programming Coordinator starts September 9

Redevelopment Agency

This is a regular meeting of the Preston Redevelopment Agency with a largely procedural agenda. The board will accept prior meeting minutes, receive communications, hear a report from the First Selectwoman, and discuss updates from task groups on finances, site operations/cleanup, and the master list. No specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed for decision.

• Discussion of finances related to redevelopment (BL/SN)
• Update on site operations and site cleanup (FE)
• Update on the master list of redevelopment items (SN)
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total

The Preston Redevelopment Agency accepted a $1,400 check from Eversource as final payment for the lease of Parcel 4. Site work on the cap of consolidation B is paused due to a fill shortage and lack of funds; MBI quoted $250,000 to complete it. The agency also discussed tribal requests regarding Fort Point Road and remediation costs, and plans monthly meetings with Shipman & Goodwin starting in September.

• Accepted Eversource check #54977 for $1,400 as final lease payment for Parcel 4 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 7:54 pm (unanimous)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will vote on selling a 1990 E-One Fire Pumper Truck and hold a discussion with public input on the Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail Project. They will also receive updates on the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group and a Rural Business Development Grant, and consider several tax refund requests.

• Sale of 1990 E-One Fire Pumper Truck
• Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail Project – discussion and public input
• Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group (BNA) update
• Rural Business Development Grant
• Tax refunds for William L. Ballestrini Jr., StellacE. DaWlCY, Denise C. Boyd, and Julie E. & Steven M. Colli (two entries)

The Board of Selectmen approved the sale of a 1990 E-One fire pumper truck to the Ledyard Volunteer Fire Department for $7,000. They also approved five tax refunds totaling $178.70. The board discussed the Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail Project, including grants and public comments, but took no formal action. A report on municipal facilities tours was given, with further discussion planned.

• Approved sale of 1990 E-One fire pumper truck to Ledyard Volunteer Fire Department for $7,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 5 tax refunds totaling $178.70 (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider Site Plan #2024-02 for a nursery retail at 99 Poquetanuck Rd, discuss the Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail project, and receive an update on the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). No public hearings are scheduled.

• Site Plan #2024-02: David Hart & Jessica Coit for retail nursery at 99 Poquetanuck Rd
• Discussion of Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail project
• POCD progress update
• Correspondence includes a letter opposing a cannabis cultivation facility at 155 Stonington Rd in Norwich
• Land use training as old business

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a discussion on the Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail project, with the town planner presenting grant-funded plans for sidewalks, crosswalks, and a kayak launch. No formal votes were taken on the project; the commission approved the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes as amended. The commission also received an update that the POCD deadline was extended to December.

• Approved July 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes as amended (all in favor)
• Discussed Poquetanuck Cove and Village Heritage Trail project (no vote)
• Noted Site Plan #2024-02 (99 Poquetanuck Road) was withdrawn
• Received POCD extension until December

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Preston Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for August 27, 2024, has been canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the adoption of an Open Space Plan and a farm equipment tax exemption increase. The agenda also includes updates on the Sustainable CT Report and the Fall Tractor Show.

• Adopting Open Space Plan
• Farm Equipment Tax Exemption Increase
• Sustainable CT Report
• Pollinator Pathway Map
• Green Valley Institute UCONN maps

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Town Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear a treasurer's report, and discuss new business including the 18th Senate, 45th House, 24th Congressional District, and Presidential races. Old business includes fundraising. The agenda also includes optional updates from town officials and a state central update.

• Discussion of 18th Senate, 45th House, 24th CD, and Presidential races
• Fundraising update under old business
• Updates from Boards of Selectmen, Education, Finance, Preston Redevelopment Agency, and Planning & Zoning

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Preston Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will consider a bond release for a duck pond at 103 Lewis Road and a permit for a metal garage near wetlands at 48 McClimon Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a wetlands agent report, and public comment.

• Bond release request (TW #2020-04) for a 6,700 sq ft duck pond at 103 Lewis Road — $1,000 bond
• New application (IW #2024-11) for a 30x30 ft metal garage within 100 feet of wetlands at 48 McClimon Road
• Approval of July 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Wetlands agent report and approval of agent mileage

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission approved the release of a $1,000 bond for Erik Freidenfelds' duck pond at 103 Lewis Road (IW #2020-04). The commission also discussed a new application for a 30x30' metal garage at 48 McClimon Road (IW #2024-11), which will be voted on at next month's meeting. Minutes from July 16, 2024 were approved as amended, and the Wetlands Agent's mileage for July 2024 was approved.

• Approved release of $1,000 bond for IW #2020-04 (all in favor)
• Approved July 16, 2024 minutes as amended (Grabarek abstained)
• Approved Wetlands Agent mileage for July 2024, $103.19 (all in favor)

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group is holding a special meeting that includes a tour of both town-owned schools led by the superintendent and building supervisor. The group will also hold a brief public comment session limited to 15 minutes.

• Tour of Preston Plains Middle School and another town-owned school on Route 164
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, total 15 minutes, per Town Ordinance 03.06.08

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education holds a regular meeting to discuss and vote on consent agenda items including meeting minutes, LEARN, CABE, and first-read policies on controversial issues, non-lapsing education fund, security checks, health assessments, and suicide prevention. The Superintendent will provide updates on a PRA presentation, the PK program handbook, professional development days, and the school calendar. The financial report will cover the FY24 audit, capital plan, FY25 budget implementation, and a 2% non-lapsing account.

• Consent agenda requiring votes: minutes from June 8 and June 10, LEARN, CABE, and first-read policies on Controversial Issues, Non-Lapsing Education Fund, Security Check/Fingerprinting, Health Assessments/Immunizations, and Suicide Prevention
• Superintendent's update includes PRA presentation, PVMS PK Program Handbook, Four Pillars of Preston, August 27-28 PD days, and school calendar update
• Financial/Capital Report: financial reports, audit, FY24 capital plan, FY25 budget implementation, and 2% non-lapsing account

The Preston Board of Education unanimously approved the PK Program Handbook, the Four Pillars of Preston document, the updated 2024-2025 school calendar, and the June year-to-date budget report. The board also discussed the state hospital property status and the need for a negotiating committee for staff contracts.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved PK Program Handbook (unanimous)
• Approved Four Pillars of Preston document (unanimous)
• Approved updated 2024-2025 school calendar (unanimous)
• Approved June Year-to-Date Budget Report (unanimous)

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education Finance Committee will meet to discuss financial updates including the FY23 closeout, FY24 update, and FY25 discussion. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from May 9, 2024, and hear public comment. No votes on specific expenditures are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 9, 2024
• Audit update
• FY23 closeout review
• FY24 financial update
• FY25 budget discussion

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group will conduct a tour of town-owned buildings. The meeting includes a public comment session.

• Tour of Town Hall
• Tour of Library
• Tour of Public Works
• Tour of Senior Center

The committee held a special meeting to tour town-owned facilities and discuss their limitations and needs. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Toured Town Hall, Library, Public Works, and Senior Center to assess building needs
• Discussed facility limitations and future maintenance requirements

Board of Finance

The regularly scheduled Preston Board of Finance meeting for August 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this time.

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency's regularly scheduled meeting for August 14, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting will be held later in August.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss proposed fee updates for building permits and fire marshal inspections. The meeting also includes a bid waiver for flooring and a road right-of-way deed for a resubdivision project.

• Proposed Building Permit fee of $20.00 per thousand dollars of work value
• Proposed Fire Marshal commercial plan review fee of $10.00 per thousand dollars of construction value
• Bid waiver for flooring at the Library and Town Hall
• Road ROW deed for resubdivision for Kenneth L. Zachem at 356 Route 2 and Mathewson Mill Road
• Appointment of Andrew Nemeth as an alternate member of the Board of Assessment Appeals

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for August 12, 2024, has been rescheduled to August 19, 2024. The BOE Finance Committee meeting has also been moved to August 15, 2024.

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting with routine business including approval of minutes, treasurer's report, and reports. Under old business, they will discuss a CHFA grant and new chairs and tables. Under new business, they will consider purchasing a new computer.

• Discussion of CHFA grant
• Purchase of new chairs and tables
• Purchase of a new computer
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Preston Housing Authority approved a policy banning watercraft on its property, effective immediately, after determining insurance does not cover a boat launch or dock. The board also approved purchasing a new laptop for about $1,000 to monitor facility cameras, and approved $50 for an ice cream social in September. Minutes from the July 8 meeting and the treasurer's report with current bills were approved.

• Approved policy banning watercraft on property effective 8/12/24
• Approved purchase of new laptop for approximately $1,000
• Approved $50 for September ice cream social
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 meeting
• Accepted treasurer's report and paid current bills

Preston Board of Education

The BOE Finance Committee meeting and the general BOE meeting have been rescheduled. No other business items are listed.

• BOE Finance Committee meeting moved from August 8 to August 15, 2024
• BOE Meeting moved from August 12 to August 19, 2024

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The advisory group will discuss scheduling inspections of town-owned properties with Public Works and schools with education staff, along with follow-up on previous tasks. The meeting also includes public comment periods and acceptance of prior minutes.

• Scheduling inspection of Town owned properties with Public Works
• Scheduling inspection of schools with education staff
• Follow up on June meeting tasks
• Two public comment sessions (3 minutes per speaker, 15 minutes total)

The Preston Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Committee scheduled inspections of town-owned properties for August 15 and schools for August 19. The committee accepted the June 5 meeting minutes and discussed building code status and the old library property. No substantive decisions were made beyond scheduling and accepting minutes.

• Accepted June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Scheduled inspection of town-owned properties for August 15 at 8 am
• Scheduled inspection of schools for August 19 at 10 am

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of previous minutes, administrative updates, and reports from task groups on finances, site operations/cleanup, and the master list. No major decisions, ordinances, or contracts are listed; the meeting appears procedural.

• Acceptance of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Task Group Finances update (BL/SN)
• Task Group Site Operations / Site Clean Up update (FE)
• Task Group Master List update (SN)
• Public comment session limited to 15 minutes total

The Preston Redevelopment Agency approved several payments to Tighe & Bond and Shipman & Goodwin, including a $23,688.16 cleanup fee from the FY24 operating budget, after rescinding three prior motions from April 2023. The agency also discussed site cleanup progress, including arsenic found near the Chiller building and potential remediation of Fort Point Road.

• Rescinded April 26, 2023 motion for Tighe & Bond Task Order #150-4
• Approved Task Order #150-4 NTE $11,000 for Tighe & Bond from Jewett City Savings
• Rescinded April 26, 2023 motion for Tighe & Bond Task Order #173-2
• Approved Task Order #173-2 NTE $3,000 for Tighe & Bond from Jewett City Savings
• Rescinded April 26, 2023 motion for Tighe & Bond Task Order #180-2
• Approved Task Order #180-2 NTE $11,000 for Tighe & Bond from Jewett City Savings
• Approved $23,688.16 payment to Tighe & Bond from FY24 Operating Budget
• Approved Shipman & Goodwin invoice #647862 for $10,394.00 (environmental)

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss proposed changes to the employee handbook to further clarify full-time status, receive a grant update, and consider three tax refund requests from residents. The meeting also includes a reminder for a special town meeting on July 25.

• Employee handbook changes regarding full-time status
• Tax refunds for Felicita & David A. Berry, Ahmed Choudhry, and Jeffrey Bowen
• Reminder of Special Town Meeting on July 25
• Grant update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning text amendments: one revising driveway regulations (Section 3.14.3) and another adding boat sales as a special exception in Planned Industrial Districts (Sections 9.2 and 18.6). The commission will also consider approval of June 25 minutes, review correspondence, receive a ZEO report, and discuss a POCD progress update.

• Public Hearing: Zoning Text Amendment #2024-03 revising Section 3.14.3 on driveways, driveway aprons, and road openings (fees, safety, slopes, sight distance, drainage, permitting, bonding)
• Public Hearing: Zoning Text Amendment #2024-04 by Christopher Kapilotis to allow boat sales as a special exception in Planned Industrial Districts
• Approval of June 25, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• ZEO Reports for July 2024 and Annual
• POCD Progress Update

The Preston Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved two zoning text amendments. Amendment #2024-03 updates driveway, driveway apron, and road opening regulations with modifications including Public Works approval for permits and allowing bonds for winter paving. Amendment #2024-04 adds boat sales as a special exception in the Planned Industrial District. Both amendments take effect August 13, 2024.

• Approved Zoning Text Amendment #2024-03 (driveways, aprons, road openings) unanimously with modifications
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment #2024-04 (boat sales in Planned Industrial District) unanimously
• Approved June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1, Rankin abstained)
• Waived letter to Norwich regarding proposed cannabis facility onto agenda
• Discussed short-term rentals; no action taken
• Discussed POCD extension; no action taken

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Preston Parks & Recreation Commission will consider a STEAP Grant Proposal for park improvements, discuss the Lussier Field Expansion, and interview candidates for a full-time Recreation and Senior Programs Coordinator. Other agenda items include updates on a security system for Green and Veterans Field, summer camp programs, and the Summer Sizzler community event.

• STEAP Grant Proposal for park development
• Lussier Field Expansion project
• Security system and cameras for Green and Veterans Field
• Interviews for full-time Recreation and Senior Programs Coordinator
• Summer camp programs update

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The Preston Conservation and Agricultural Commission will discuss and possibly adopt an Open Space Plan in new business. Old business includes updates on Sustainable CT, the Fall Tractor Show, the Pollinator Pathway Map, and a report from Amos Lake Association. No public hearings are scheduled.

• New business: Adopting Open Space Plan
• Old business: Sustainable CT Report
• Old business: Fall Tractor Show
• Old business: Pollinator Pathway Map
• Old business: Boots on the Ground report from Amos Lake Association

The Preston Conservation and Agricultural Commission held a regular meeting with no public hearings or major votes. Members discussed the Sustainable CT report, aiming for bronze certification by mid-August, and agreed to vote on the Open Space Plan once all members have reviewed it. The commission also explored partnering with the Preston Congregational Church for a fall tractor show and creating a pollinator pathway map.

• Approved June 24, 2024 regular meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Tabled vote on Open Space Plan until all members review it
• Discussed partnering with Preston Congregational Church for fall tractor show
• Discussed creating a pollinator pathway map with library involvement

Democratic Town Committee

The committee will meet to review the treasurer's report and discuss new business. Key agenda items include the use of opioid settlement proceeds and upcoming races for the 18th Senate and 45th House districts.

• Opioid settlement proceeds
• 18th Senate Race
• 45th House Race
• Fundraising

The Preston Democratic Town Committee met and accepted prior minutes, heard reports, and received updates from guests and town officials. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Accepted minutes from April 22 and May 28 meetings (unanimous)
• Noted Robert Castronova replaced Karen Stockton as treasurer, effective March 25, 2024
• Noted Jerry Grabarek elected deputy treasurer, effective March 25, 2024

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance is holding a special meeting to review, discuss, and plan policies. The session includes opportunities for public comment.

• Policy review, discussion, and planning

The Financial Policy Subcommittee agreed to bring the Investment Policy to the Board of Finance for approval. They also decided to prepare a draft Fixed Asset policy alongside the Capital Improvement Program Policy. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and brief.

• Consensus to bring Investment Policy to Board for approval
• Consensus to prepare draft Fixed Asset policy with Capital Improvement Program Policy
• Approved June 20, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:47 pm (unanimous)

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance will hold a regular meeting including approval of minutes, reports from the First Selectperson, Financial Policy Subcommittee (investment policies), Board of Education Liaison, and Finance Director (audit, YTD budget reports). Old business includes a capital and bonding review. The meeting will also include an executive session to discuss lease negotiation for town-owned property, followed by a special joint executive session with the Board of Selectmen on the same lease matter.

• Capital and Bonding Review and Discussion (Old Business)
• Executive session: lease negotiation for certain Town-owned property (under CT General Statutes 1-200(6)(D))
• Special joint executive session with Board of Selectmen for lease negotiation
• Finance Director report on audit and year-to-date budget reports for Board of Education and Town
• Financial Policy Subcommittee report on investment policies

The Board of Finance approved the Investment Policy as presented and approved a $13,195 payment for audit work to King King and Associates. They also waived agenda requirements to discuss the non-lapsing Board of Education fund and a new motor vehicle assessment law. No actions were taken during executive sessions.

• Approved Investment Policy (all in favor)
• Approved $13,195 audit payment to King King and Associates (all in favor)
• Waived agenda process for non-lapsing BoE fund expenditure guidelines (all in favor)
• Waived agenda process for motor vehicle assessment law discussion (all in favor)
• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two bond release requests: a $500 bond for Erik Freidenfelds' duck pond at 103 Lewis Road, and a $1,000 bond for Antonietta and Leonard Roy's bridge at 39 Burton Road. The agenda also includes approval of June 18 meeting minutes, a wetlands agent report, and a public comment session limited to 3 minutes per person and 15 minutes total.

• Bond release request from Erik Freidenfelds for $500 bond on property at 103 Lewis Road (duck pond project, W #2020-04)
• Bond release request from Antonietta and Leonard Roy for $1,000 bond on property at 39 Burton Road (bridge construction, IW #2024-07)
• Approval of June 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Communications: status report and emails regarding the two bond releases
• Wetlands Agent Report and approval of agent mileage

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Preston Redevelopment Agency for July 10, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting may occur later in July.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a special executive session meeting. The discussion will focus on the negotiation of lease terms for certain town-owned property.

• Negotiation of lease terms for certain Town-owned property

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss a draft ordinance regarding Building Department and Fire Marshal service fees and regulations. The agenda also includes a request for LOCIP funds and a bid waiver for Public Works tree work.

• LOCIP Funds approval and bid waiver request for Public Works tree work
• Draft ordinance amending Building Department permit and Fire Marshal service fees
• Draft of Special Town Meeting, July 25, 2024

Housing Authority

The meeting includes routine business such as approving minutes and reviewing treasurer reports. Old business items include a CHFA grant and a shed.

• CHFA grant
• Shed

Preston Board of Education

The regular Preston Board of Education meeting scheduled for July 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 19.

• Cancellation of the July 8 regular meeting

Emergency Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and communications. Discussion items include updates on ambulance services, grants, and public safety manning. The agenda also includes an update regarding Preston Riverwalk Emergency Services.

• Ambulance update
• Grants update
• Preston Riverwalk Emergency Services update
• Public Safety Manning discussion

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2024, at Preston Town Hall.

• Cancellation of the July 3, 2024, meeting

Redevelopment Agency

The meeting includes the acceptance of minutes from June 12, 2024. The agency will also discuss task group activities regarding finances, site operations, and a master list.

• Review of task group activities regarding finances, site operations, and a master list
• Acceptance of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Selectmen

The Preston Board of Selectmen will discuss updates to the Driveway Regulation draft and revisions to the Employee Handbook. The agenda also includes a bid waiver for refurbished office furniture for the Building Department and grant updates.

• Update on Driveway Regulation "Draft"
• Building Department Bid Waiver for refurbished office furniture
• Draft of Employee Handbook Revisions/Updates
• Grant updates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Preston Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings for accessory apartment applications at 463 Route 164 and 17 Prodell Road. The commission will also discuss an updated draft of the Driveway Zoning Amendment and a proposal for a cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility.

• Retail Nursery site plan application at 99 Poquetanuck Rd.
• Accessory Apartment application for 463 Route 164
• Accessory Apartment application for 17 Prodell Road
• Updated Draft of Driveway Zoning Amendment
• Proposed 9,600 sq ft cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facility

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the Baseball Fields Culvert Project. The meeting includes reports on summer camp programs and the Summer Sizzler event. New business involving drainage and engineering is also scheduled for discussion.

• Baseball Fields Culvert Project update
• Summer Camp Programs update
• Summer Sizzler community event update
• Drainage and Engineering discussion

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The Commission will review communications from various conservation organizations. Agenda items also include discussing the Sustainable CT Report and a letter of support for a CIF Grant.

• CT 490 Exemption for hiking trails
• Letter of support for CIF Grant - Round 5
• Sustainable CT Report update
• Fall Farm Show planning
• Pollinator Pathway Map

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Town Committee meeting includes discussions on opioid settlement proceeds and updates regarding the 18th Senate and 45th House races. The agenda also covers fundraising and optional updates from various town officials.

• Discussion of opioid settlement proceeds
• Updates on the 18th Senate Race
• Updates on the 45th House Race
• Fundraising discussion

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance Financial Policy Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to conduct policy review, discussion, and planning. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from May 15, 2024.

• Approval of May 15, 2024 minutes
• Policy review, discussion, and planning

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review capital and bonding matters and receive budget updates from the Finance Director. The board will also consider approving a King and King invoice.

• Capital and bonding review and discussion
• King and King invoice approval
• Finance Director audit update
• Year-to-date budget reports for Board of Education and Town
• Tax Collector Suspense List

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Preston Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Commission will discuss applications for a septic installation at 249 Route 2 and bridge construction at 39 Burton Rd. The agenda also includes reviewing town-led projects on Lincoln Park Road and Matthewson Mill Road. Additionally, the commission will address communications regarding a bond release request and a received complaint.

• Septic installation adjacent to wetlands at 249 Route 2
• Bridge construction for recreational use at 39 Burton Rd.
• Town project on Lincoln Park Road at Poquetanuck Brook/Hallville Pond Bridge Crossing
• Town project east of the intersection of Shewelle and Norwich-Westerly Roads
• Town project on Matthewson Mill Road at the Shewville Brook Crossing

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will hold a special meeting on June 17, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding base rent increases and making Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility.

• Base rent increase for new and existing tenants
• Making Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility/sign specification
• CHFA grant
• Apartment inspection
• Shed

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency meeting consists primarily of administrative and procedural items. The agency will review the May 8, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss task group updates regarding finances, site operations, and a master list.

• Acceptance of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Task group activity updates for finances, site operations/clean up, and a master list

Board of Selectmen

The Board will discuss updates to driveway regulations and the Building Needs Advisory Group. The agenda includes CIF Round 5 resolutions and requests for road paving funds through bid waivers and transfers. Tax refunds are also listed.

• Driveway Regulation 'Draft' update
• CIF Round 5 Resolution
• Public Works Bid Waiver, LOCIP and line-item transfer requests for road paving
• Director of Finance Contract
• Tax refunds for Almed Choudry ($10.00) and Elinor H. & Frank P. Neigel, Jr. ($65.43)

Housing Authority

The June 10, 2024, meeting of the Preston Housing Authority has been changed to June 17, 2024. This change was made due to a lack of quorum.

• Rescheduling of the June 10, 2024, meeting to June 17, 2024

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education will hold an executive session on June 10, 2024. The meeting includes discussions and potential votes regarding personnel matters.

• Personnel discussion and votes

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education will discuss several district updates, including the NFA Contract Agreement and transportation swipe card updates. The board is scheduled to review second readings for policies regarding AI, student records, and procurement. Financial reports covering audits and the FY25 Capital Plan are also on the agenda.

• Second reading of policies regarding AI, student records, and purchasing goods or services
• Review of the NFA Contract Agreement
• Update on transportation department swipe cards
• First reading of policies on restorative practices and fingerprinting
• Financial reports including FY25 Capital Plan implementation

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education is holding a special workshop meeting. The session will focus on the exploration of grading policies and practices within the district.

• Exploration of grading policies and practices

Preston Board of Education

The June 6, 2024, BOE Finance Committee Meeting has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum.

• Cancellation of the June 6, 2024, Finance Committee Meeting

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group will meet to review recent inspections of town properties on School House Road and Route 164. Members will discuss methods for analyzing current building conditions, including potential firm hiring costs and reviewing a prior Building Committee study. The agenda also covers public safety considerations, a possible resident survey, and the cost to upgrade ventilation at PPMS.

• Review feedback from inspections of town properties on School House Road and Route 164
• Discuss methods and costs for analyzing present building conditions, including hiring a firm
• Evaluate public safety considerations for municipal facilities
• Consider sending a survey to town residents about facility needs
• Determine the cost to upgrade ventilation at PPMS

Youth Services Bureau

The board will review financial reports and updates on upcoming summer activities like Summer Enrichment Camps. Members will also discuss programming ideas including museum passes and library wish list items.

• Updates on summer programs including D.A.R.E. and Summer Enrichment Camps
• Proposed funding for museum passes at Mashantucket Pequot Museum ($350), Roger Williams Zoo ($255), and Southwick’s Zoo ($1,250 + shipping)
• Discussion of scholarships for YSB and Parks & Rec summer camps
• Preston Public Library wish list items including books and 'Library of Things' kits
• Filling vacancies for a youth organization representative and a community member

Senior Affairs Committee

The Preston Senior Affairs Committee will receive updates regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, vehicle replacement, and kitchen floor repairs. The meeting also includes a financial report from F. Minor and discussion of the Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy.

• ARPA update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Kitchen floor update
• Chest freezer replacement
• Nutrition Site Assistant vacancy

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The commission is meeting for a site walk to view a proposed project. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Site visit to 39 Burton Road to view proposed project

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a 2-lot re-subdivision and an extension of a temporary moratorium on short-term rentals. The body will also review site plans and zoning permits for accessory apartments.

• Public hearing on ZTA #2024-02 to extend short-term rental moratorium from June 30, 2024 to September 30, 2024
• Public hearing for Subdivision #2024-03: 2-lot re-subdivision at 356 Route #2
• Site Plan Application #2024-02: Retail for Nursery at 99 Poquetanuck Rd.
• Zoning Permit #2024-04: Accessory Apartment at 463 Route 164
• Zoning Permit #2024-05: Accessory Apartment at 17 Prodell Road

Democratic Town Committee

The committee will meet via Zoom to conduct several endorsements and receive updates. The agenda includes items regarding the Democratic Registrar of Voters and Justices of the Peace.

• Endorsement of Democratic Registrar of Voters
• End-orsement of Justices of the Peace
• Convention Updates
• Town Updates

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will receive updates on park security, electrical work, and backboards. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a new Parks & Recreation Director and insurance requirements for facility rentals.

• Park Maintenance and Development update (Security System, Backboards, Electrical work)
• Summer Camp Programs and Community Events update
• New Parks & Recreation Director discussion
• Insurance requirements for rentals and use of Town facilities

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Town Committee's regular monthly meeting scheduled for May 27, 2024 has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2024 via Zoom to endorse candidates for Registrar of Voters and Justices of the Peace, and to conduct other business.

• Cancellation of regular monthly meeting on May 27, 2024
• Special meeting on May 28, 2024 via Zoom
• Endorsement of Registrar of Voters
• Endorsement of Justices of the Peace

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will discuss the 2024-2025 budget and schedule. Members will also address setting the mill rate, contingent upon a referendum passing.

• Set Mill Rate (provided referendum passes)
• 2024-2025 Budget discussion

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting for May 22, 2024, has been canceled. The agency noted that the next meeting may occur later in May.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to accept previous meeting minutes and review correspondence. The agenda includes a discussion on a draft driveway regulation and updates regarding grants and performance management.

• Review of Driveway Regulation "Draft"
• Grant updates
• Performance Management Update

Youth Services Bureau

The board is reviewing potential sponsorships for the Summer Sizzler event and summer enrichment camps. Members are also discussing the purchase of museum passes and library materials for youth.

• Proposed $1,800 for inflatables at Summer Sizzler on June 21, 2024
• Discussion on subsidizing summer enrichment camps at PPMS for ages 7-12
• Proposed museum passes for Mashantucket Pequot Museum ($350), Roger Williams Zoo ($255), and Southwick’s Zoo ($1,250 plus shipping)
• Proposed $400 co-sponsorship for The Poop Museum event on July 27
• Proposed funding for Preston Public Library children's books and a 'Library of Things' kit

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will meet to discuss several permit applications. The agenda includes a private request for a recreational bridge and three municipal projects. The commission will also review a bond release request and agent mileage reimbursements.

• IW #2024-07: Bridge construction for personal recreational use at 39 Burton Rd.
• IW #2024-08: Town project on Lincoln Park Road at Poquetanuck Brook/Hallville Pond Bridge Crossing
• IW #2024-09: Town project 350 feet east of Shewville and Norwich-Westerly Roads intersection
• IW #2024-10: Town project on Matthewson Mill Road at Shewville Brook Crossing
• Bond release request from Jason Chupp

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission will meet to review old business and new reports. The agenda includes a discussion on a farm easement request and updates on local environmental initiatives.

• Mattern Farm Easement Request
• Blue Water Campground Court Case
• Sustainable CT Progress Report
• Dandelion Earth Day Contest 2024
• No Mow May Report

Board of Selectmen

The Preston Board of Selectmen met in executive session on May 16, 2024, to discuss the negotiation of a contract as permitted by Connecticut General Statutes Section 1-200(6)E. This session was held in conjunction with the Preston Board of Finance Regular Meeting. The agenda contains no public items, specific contract details, or dollar amounts, as the discussion occurred in closed session.

• Executive session discussion regarding contract negotiation pursuant to C.G.S. Section 1-200(6)E

Board of Finance

The Financial Policy Subcommittee will meet to review, discuss, and plan policy. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of March 21, 2024 Minutes
• Policy Review, Discussion and Planning

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will discuss capital and bonding reviews and year-to-date budget reports for the Town and Board of Education. The body will also consider an invoice for King and King and a potential bid waiver.

• Review and discussion of Capital and Bonding
• Approval of King and King invoice
• Possible action on a potential bid waiver
• YTD Budget Reports for Board of Education and Town
• Executive session regarding contract negotiations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the POCD Draft and STR Draft. This is a working session to review these documents.

• Discussion of POCD Draft
• Discussion of STR Draft

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will meet to discuss grants and property updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding the CHFA grant, RSC grant, and access to Route 2 from Lincoln Park Road.

• Proposal to make Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility
• CHFA grant discussion
• RSC Grant discussion
• Employee raise (Executive Session)
• Access to Route 2 from Lincoln Park Road

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education is meeting in executive session to discuss personnel matters. The session is conducted under Conn. Gen. Stat § 1-200 (6) regarding the employment, performance, and evaluation of public employees.

• Discussion and votes on personnel employment, performance, and evaluation

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will conduct a regular meeting including updates from the Superintendent and various committee reports. The agenda includes several policy reviews and financial reports requiring board votes.

• Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Revised school, BOE, and Finance Committee calendars
• First read of AI Policy, Advocacy spending, Goods/Services bidding, and Student Records policies
• Second read of Educator Diversity policy
• Financial reports and budget process updates

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports and updates. The agenda includes discussions on the FY25 budget and the FY23 closeout.

• FY23 Closeout
• FY24 Update
• Capital Update
• FY25 Discussion

Redevelopment Agency

The Agency will meet to review the April 10, 2024, minutes and conduct task group activities. Discussion topics include finances, site operations/clean up, and a master list.

• Review of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Task Group Activity: Finances
• Task Group Activity: Site Operations / Site Clean Up
• Task Group Activity: Master List

Board of Selectmen

The Board will review auction results, a sale of equipment, and driveway regulations. The meeting also includes several municipal appointments and requests for local road closures.

• Reappointment of Gary Piszczek to CAC through January 1, 2029
• Appointment of Rebecca Hayes to CAC through January 1, 2030
• Reappointment of Holly Cyr to Preston Housing Authority through April 30, 2029
• Road closure request for St. Catherine’s Family Fun Run on June 13, 2024
• Road closure request for Liz Harris Memorial Cannonball on June 20, 2024

Senior Affairs Committee

The committee will review financial reports and provide updates on ARPA funds and vehicle replacement. Members will discuss repairs to the kitchen floor and the replacement of a chest freezer. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a Nutrition Site Server vacancy.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Kitchen floor repairs
• Chest freezer replacement
• Nutrition Site Server vacancy

Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group

The committee is meeting to elect officers and establish a regular meeting schedule. Members will also discuss the purpose and charge of the group.

• Election of officers
• Setting of regular meeting dates
• Discussion on committee purpose and charge

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a hearing. The commission will hear from Leonard Roy regarding a cease and desist order issued on April 9, 2024.

• Hearing regarding cease and desist order for property at 39 Burton Road

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Following the hearing, the board will act on the proposed Board of Education, General Government, and Revenue budgets.

• Public hearing on the Town of Preston Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Action on Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Board of Education Budget
• Action on Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 General Government Budget
• Action on Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Revenue Budget

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting for April 24, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to occur in May.

Board of Selectmen

The Board will review a bid waiver request for the Mathewson Mill Road project and receive grant updates. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the future use and ownership of the Sewer Pump Station at Preston Riverwalk.

• Bid Waiver Request — Mathewson Mill Road Project and Grant
• Executive Session: Future use and ownership of the Sewer Pump Station at Preston Riverwalk

Youth Services Bureau

The board is reviewing various youth programs including D.A.R.E. activities, a homework club at PPMS, and a toy cabinet at the library. Members are also discussing potential enrichment ideas such as a babysitting course and coding classes.

• D.A.R.E. 5th grade celebration costs totaling $1078.73
• Homework Club @ PPMS costing $1600 for 16 classes
• CT Youth Services Association YBS 101 class ($50 per person)
• Proposed Babysitting Course ($80 per kid)
• Proposed Theater at PPMS sessions ($500)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting for a workshop regarding the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The agenda consists of procedural items and a session dedicated to the POCD.

• POCD Workshop

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a land transfer of portion of 19 Route 12 from the Town to the State. The agenda includes public hearings for a lot re-subdivision at 46 Brickyard Road and new applications for subdivisions and site plans.

• CGS 8-24 Review: Transfer of portion of 19 Route 12 from Town of Preston to State of CT
• Public Hearing: 1-Lot Re-subdivision at 46 Brickyard Road (Maximilian Kolbe)
• Subdivision #2024-03: 2-Lot Re-subdivision at 356 Route #2 (Kenneth L. Zachem)
• Site Plan Application #2024-02: 99 Poquetanuck Rd. (Hart, David & Coit, Jessica)
• Updated Drafts: Short term rental regulations and driveway zoning amendment

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates to park maintenance, summer programming, and the recruitment of a Parks & Recreation Director. Members will also review a quote from Alarming Ideas, LLC for a surveillance system.

• Review of Alarming Ideas, LLC quote for surveillance system
• Update on Culvert Project at baseball fields
• Status of Parks & Recreation Director recruitment
• Summer Camp Programs and Summer Sizzler event updates

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission will review communications from various conservation organizations and discuss the Dandelion Earth Day Contest. The agenda also includes reports on Amos Lake Association roadside trash pick-up and paddles in the water.

• Dandelion Earth Day Contest — 2024
• Amos Lake Association roadside trash pick-up report
• Boots on the Ground — paddles in the water report

Democratic Town Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss new business regarding several upcoming state and congressional conventions. The agenda also includes reports from the treasurer and discussions on fundraising and justices of the peace.

• State Central Convention on April 24
• State Convention on May 11
• Congressional Convention (2nd CD) on May 13
• State Senate (18th) convention on May 14
• State Representative (45th) convention on May 15

Board of Finance

The Preston Board of Finance regular meeting scheduled for April 18, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included a vote on the 2023-2024 proposed budgets for town government and education, which may have been voted on at the April 17 meeting. Other items included public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from the First Selectperson, Finance Director, and subcommittees.

• Meeting cancelled
• 2023-2024 proposed budgets for town government and education - review and possible vote
• Approval of minutes from March 21, March 27, April 3, and April 4 meetings
• Audit update and February 2024 YTD budget reports
• Capital and bonding review and discussion

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review and discuss the proposed 2023-2024 budgets for Town Government and Education. A potential vote may be held to prepare these budgets for a public hearing.

• Review of 2023-2024 Proposed Budgets for Town Government
• Review of 2023-2024 Proposed Budgets for Education
• Potential vote on budget for Public Hearing

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will discuss several property applications involving wetlands buffer zones and subdivisions. The body will also review a bond release request and a cease and desist order.

• Review of 2-lot subdivision at 356 Route 2 and Matthewson Mill Road (Kenneth Zachem)
• Request for $500 bond release for 66 Lake View Dr. (Richard Patterson)
• Construction work in wetlands buffer zone at 50 Lakeview Dr. (Joshua Thibeault)
• 1-lot re-subdivision and driveway work at 46 Brickyard Road (Maximilian Kolbe)
• Cease and Desist order for property at 39 Burton Road (Leonard Roy)

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to review financial reports and the NESDEC spring enrollment update. Members will vote on the FY25 school calendar and policies regarding school facility use and pediculosis.

• Vote on FY25 School Calendar
• Vote on Policy 3515 Use of School Facilities
• Vote on Policy 5141.221 Pediculosis
• First read of Policy 4111.3 Increasing Educator Diversity
• Review of FY24 Financial Reports

Emergency Services Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and receive updates on ambulance services and grants. Discussion topics also include the Preston Riverwalk emergency services and public safety manning.

• Ambulance Update
• Grants Update
• Preston Riverwalk Emergency Services Update
• Public Safety Manning

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting to review agency administration and task group activities. The body will discuss finances, site operations, and site clean up.

• Discussion of finances
• Discussion of site operations and site clean up
• Review of Master List

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a special meeting featuring an executive session. The session is dedicated to discussing the negotiation of lease terms for certain Town-owned property.

• Executive session regarding negotiation of lease terms for Town-owned property

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss various town business items. The agenda includes a strategic plan update and several tax refund approvals.

• Roller Purchase, Funding and Bid Waiver
• Planning & Zoning: Deed for road dedication, Burton Road
• DOT/SEAT Property Line adjustment, Parcel 2, Route 12
• Tax Refunds totaling $698.53 across five entries

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will meet on April 8, 2024, at the Lincoln Park Community Room. The agenda includes discussions regarding a CHFA grant and a proposal to make Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility.

• CHFA grant update
• Proposal for Lincoln Park as a non-smoking facility
• Access to Route 2 from Lincoln Park Road
• Review of patio guidelines
• Executive session regarding tenant issues

Emergency Services Advisory Committee

The Preston Emergency Services Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 8, 2024, has been canceled due to a schedule conflict. The meeting will be rescheduled for a later date.

Preston Board of Education

The scheduled meeting for the Board of Education Finance Committee on April 4, 2024, has been cancelled.

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to review the 2024-2025 Board of Education budget with the Superintendent of Schools and the Board of Education. The body will also hold a general budget discussion and may vote to move the budget to a public hearing.

• Review of 2024-2025 Board of Education Budget
• Vote to move budget to public hearing

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to review the 2024-2025 Town Budget with the First Selectwoman and Board of Selectmen. The meeting also includes a follow-up on the revenue budget.

• Review of 2024-2025 Town Budget
• Revenue Budget follow-up

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding the American Rescue Plan Act and vehicle replacement. The committee will also review an estimate for the kitchen floor.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Kitchen floor estimate

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will conduct site walks to view proposed projects. The first walk is at 50 Lakeview Drive followed by a second at 39 Burton Road.

• Site walk: 50 Lakeview Drive, Preston
• Site walk: 39 Burton Road, Preston

Preston Board of Education

The Preston Board of Education and Board of Selectmen are holding a joint special meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to receive a presentation from Martin Associates regarding a Joint Strategic Plan.

• Presentation by Martin Associates on the Joint Strategic Plan

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will meet to discuss site operations and clean up. The body will also review a master list and task group activity.

• Discussion of site operations and site clean up
• Review of the master list

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss a one-year extension for a Crown Castle wireless tower agreement and a resolution for DEEP financial assistance for the Poquetanuck Village Heritage Trail. The body will also consider appointments to the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group.

• Crown Castle Wireless Tower Agreement one-year extension
• DEEP financial assistance resolution for Poquetanuck Village Heritage Trail
• Appointments of Francis Ennis, Joe Caron, and Laurie Castronova to the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group
• Tax refund for Pamela Hellwig in the amount of $13.88
• Discussion of a tentative date for a Special Town Meeting

Democratic Town Committee

The committee is meeting to select delegates for several upcoming state and congressional conventions. These include events scheduled between April 16 and May 15, 2024.

• Selection of delegates for State Central Convention (April 16-26)
• Selection of delegates for State Convention (May 11)
• Selection of delegates for Congressional Convention - 2nd CD (May 13)
• Selection of delegates for State Senate - 18th (May 14)
• Selection of delegates for State Representative - 45th (May 15)

Youth Services Bureau

The board is meeting to review financial reports and provide updates on youth programming. Members are discussing the allocation of student awards and expenses for the D.A.R.E. 5th grade celebration.

• Preston Youth Services Award: $100 total ($50 each for two eighth grade students)
• D.A.R.E. 5th grade celebration expenses totaling $1,063.73
• Community Needs Assessment Survey 2024 open March 25 to April 1
• Vacancies for a youth organization representative and a community member
• Proposed programming ideas including coding classes and cultural diversity education

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will hold a special meeting to review revenues for the 2024-2025 budget. The board will also hold a discussion regarding debt avoidance.

• 2024-2025 Budget—Revenues
• Debt Avoidance Discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a one-lot re-subdivision at 46 Brickyard Road. The meeting also includes discussions on updated drafts for Short Term Rental regulations and driveway zoning amendments.

• Public Hearing: RE-Subdivision #2024-02, 1-Lot Re-subdivision at 46 Brickyard Road
• Updated Draft of STR Regulations
• Updated Draft of Driveway Zoning Amendment
• POCD Progress Update

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Preston Parks & Recreation Commission scheduled for March 26, 2024, has been cancelled. A new meeting date will be announced at a later time.

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will hold a special meeting on March 25, 2024, to discuss a proposal to raise the base rent for apartments by $30.00. Under the proposal, current tenants would not see an increase and would be grandfathered into their existing rates.

• Proposal to increase apartment base rents by $30.00
• Current tenants would remain on existing rates under a grandfather clause
• Special meeting scheduled for March 25, 2024, at Lincoln Park Community Room

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission will meet to discuss old business including clustered zoning regulations and the State Hospital development. The body will also review communications from the CT Land Conservation Council and CT FARMLAND Trust.

• Clustered Zoning Regulations — Agri hood Planning
• State Hospital Development
• Dandelion Earth Day Contest - 2024
• Tri Town Trail
• Sustainable CT Committee Volunteers

Democratic Town Committee

The Democratic Town Committee is meeting to elect officers and review the treasurer's report. The body will discuss the selection of convention delegates for upcoming state and congressional conventions in April and May.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Deputy Treasurer
• Selection of Convention Delegates for State Central, State, Congressional, State Senate, and State Representative conventions
• Discussion regarding Justices of the Peace
• Updates from town officials including BoS, BoE, BoF, PRA, and P&Z

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to discuss capital and bonding reviews and the repurposing of awarded grant funds. The meeting includes reports from the First Selectperson, the Finance Director, and the Board of Education liaison.

• Capital and Bonding Review and Discussion
• Repurposing Awarded Grant Funds
• Appointment of Auditor
• January 2024 YTD Budget Reports for Board of Education and Town
• Audit Update

Board of Finance

The Financial Policy Subcommittee will meet to review, discuss, and plan policies. The meeting also includes the approval of the February 15, 2024 minutes.

• Approval of February 15, 2024 minutes
• Policy review, discussion, and planning

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will meet to discuss construction and subdivision work within wetlands buffer zones. The body will also review a proposal for riparian buffer plantings along Choate Brook.

• Application #2024-03: construction work at 50 Lakeview Dr.
• Permit #2024-04: work at 16 Rude Road and 119 Lewis Road
• Permit #2024-05: 1-Lot Re-subdivision and driveway work at 46 Brickyard Road
• Nonregulated Use Operation: riparian buffer plantings at 47 River Road along Choate Brook
• Approval of Inland Wetlands Agent mileage

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency will meet to discuss administration, finances, and site operations. The agenda includes a review of the master list and site cleanup.

• Discussion of finances
• Site operations and site clean up
• Review of the master list

Board of Selectmen

The regular meeting scheduled for March 13, 2024, was cancelled. An Executive Session and a Special Meeting were scheduled for the same day.

Board of Selectmen

The Board will review budget submissions, including wages and employee benefits. Discussion items include a blight issue at 168 Route 2A and updates on community project funding grants.

• Appointment of Jill S. Keith to the Eastern Regional Tourism District through February 14, 2027
• Budget review regarding wages, employee benefits, and library funds
• Zoning discussion regarding a blight issue at 168 Route 2A
• BOS liaison update for Preston Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group
• Community Project Funding Grant update

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is meeting for a special session to discuss confidential attorney-client privileged communications. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Executive session regarding attorney-client privileged communications

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The body will also review drafts for Short Term Rental (STR) regulations and a driveway zoning amendment.

• Discussion of POCD
• Draft of STR Regulations
• Draft of Driveway Zoning Amendment

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will meet to address items regarding the CHFA grant and Lincoln Park. The agenda includes discussions on patio guidelines and access to Route 2 from Lincoln Park Road.

• CHFA grant
• Making Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility
• Access to Route 2 from Lincoln Park Road
• Patio guidelines

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to discuss the Joint Strategic Plan and a Healthy Food Certification. The body is scheduled to vote on the non-renewal of non-tenured teachers, an Increasing Educator Diversity Plan, and FY24 financial reports.

• Vote on non-renewal of non-tenured teachers
• Vote on Increasing Educator Diversity Plan
• Vote on Healthy Food Certification
• Review of FY24 Financial Reports
• Discussion of FY25 Budget

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to review FY24 financial reports. The board is required to vote on the FY25 Budget.

• Vote on FY25 Budget
• Review of FY24 Financial Reports

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education Finance Committee meeting scheduled for March 7, 2024, is cancelled. A Special Board of Education Meeting will be held in its place at 7PM in the Preston Plains Library.

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet to discuss petitions regarding the assessment of specific properties and vehicles. The board will also vote to approve the September 15, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Petition regarding 39 Burton Rd
• Petition regarding 8 Northwest Corner Rd
• Petition regarding 59 Roosevelt Ave Ext
• Petition regarding 246 North Shore Rd
• Petition regarding 7 & 42 Pierce Rd

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review budgets for several town departments, including Public Works and Fire/EMS. The meeting includes a request for a tax refund and an executive session to discuss a confidential legal memorandum.

• Budget reviews for Public Works, Transfer Station, Fire/Ems, PRA, Treasurer/Finance, Town Clerk/Tax Collector, and Inland Wetland
• Tax refund for CCAP Auto Lease Ltd in the amount of $673.52
• Executive session regarding a confidential legal memorandum

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will meet to review financial reports and discuss updates regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and vehicle replacement. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Financial report provided by F. Minor
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting for February 28, 2024, has been canceled.

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen is holding a special meeting featuring an executive session. The body will discuss the negotiation of lease terms for certain Town-owned property.

• Executive session regarding negotiation of lease terms for Town-owned property

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will hold a special meeting to discuss the budget for several departments and review updates to the strategic plan and performance management. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG).

• Reappointment of Fran Minor as Municipal Agent for the Elderly
• Appointment of Matthew Gauthier to the Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission
• Budget discussions for Central Services, ZBA, CAC, Ethics, Building, Animal Control, and Senior Affairs
• Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Resolution
• Review of tax refunds

Board of Selectmen

The regular Board of Selectmen meeting scheduled for February 28, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM on the same day at Town Hall.

Youth Services Bureau

The board is meeting to review programming updates and discuss new ideas for youth enrichment and service. The session includes a review of the financial report and the appointment of a new community member representative.

• Appointment of Kayla Thompson as a community member representative
• Parent Education event with Dr. Alicia Farrell on February 29
• Proposed mentorship program for middle school students for fall implementation
• Summer Reading Kick-Off scheduled for June 20
• Discussion of summer STEAM kits and the Summer Sizzler & Memorial Dedication to Tom Turner

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several zoning permits and site plan modifications. The meeting includes a review of a 1-lot subdivision for a gravel facility and a coastal site plan for water supply connectivity.

• SUB #2024-01: 1-Lot Subdivision at 29 Burton Rd. for a gravel facility
• Site Plan #2024-01: Modification to Gravel Permit at 29 Burton Rd.
• Coastal Site Plan #2024-01: Groton Utilities water supply connection north of Rt 12 bridge
• ZP #2024-02: Gutter installation company at 95 Branch Hill Rd.
• ZP #2024-02: Home bakery at 29 Middle Rd.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the installation details for security cameras at Community Park. Members will also review drainage issues at PCP and comments regarding mixed use ballfields.

• Review of proposed work and installation for security cameras at Community Park
• Comments from PLL and Preston BOE regarding mixed use ballfields
• Review of suggested intervention for drainage issues at PCP

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission will review old business including clustered zoning regulations and the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). New business items include a compost program and trail projects. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Clustered Zoning Regulations — Agri hood Planning
• Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) and Farm Market proposal
• Blue Earth compost program
• Tri Town Trail
• Connecticut Forest and Parks Blue Trail reconnect

Democratic Town Committee

The committee will meet to appoint a new Democratic Registrar of Voters and discuss the 2024 Convention Schedule. The agenda also includes discussions on fundraising and races for the 45th House District and 18th Senatorial District.

• Appointment of new Democratic Registrar of Voters
• 2024 Convention Schedule
• 45th House District Race
• 18th Senatorial District Race
• Fundraising

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will review budget items for multiple town departments and agencies. The body will also consider three appointments to local boards and committees. Discussions include a state bond award for transfer station improvements.

• Appointment of Debra Eddy to the Preston Senior Affairs Committee
• Appointment of Kayla Thompson to the Preston Youth Services Advisory Board
• Appointment of Kate Estabrook as an alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• State of Connecticut Bond Commission Award for Urban Act Transfer Station Improvements
• Tax refunds for John A. & Beverly E. Moulson ($239.47) and Scott F. Moreland ($25.65)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review the FY 24/25 budget and discuss security camera options for Community Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding multi-use ballfields and engineered plans for Lincoln Drainage.

• FY 24/25 Budget Review
• Security cameras for Community Park including a quote from Alarming Ideas System
• Multi-use ballfields discussion involving Rec, PLL, and BOE
• Lincoln Drainage engineered plans

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The commission will discuss the FY 2024-5 budget and narrative. The body is also reviewing wetland disturbance and construction applications for properties on Rude Road, Burton Rd, and Lynn Dr.

• FY 2024-5 Budget and Narrative
• Application #2024-02: 29 Burton Rd (single-family home in URA)
• Application #2022-02: 30 Lynn Dr (house construction in wetlands buffer zone)
• Wetland disturbance report for 16 Rude Road
• Wetland Agent mileage reimbursements for November ($20.00) and December ($20.00)

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will review December 2023 year-to-date budget reports for the Town and Board of Education. Members will discuss capital and bonding and set dates for budget workshops.

• Review of December 2023 YTD Budget Reports for Board of Education and Town
• Discussion of Capital and Bonding
• Approval of King and King invoice
• Establishment of Budget Workshop dates and times

Board of Finance

The Financial Policy Subcommittee is holding a special meeting to discuss and plan policy reviews. The session includes opportunities for public comment.

• Approval of October 18, 2023 minutes
• Policy review, discussion, and planning

Board of Selectmen

The regular Board of Selectmen meeting scheduled for February 14, 2024, has been cancelled.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will conduct a review of the FY 24/25 budget. The meeting also includes discussions on security cameras for Community Park and drainage plans for Lincoln.

• FY 24/25 Budget Review
• Security cameras for Community Park including an Alarming Ideas System quote
• Multi-use Ballfields discussion involving Rec, PLL, and BOE
• Lincoln Drainage engineered plans

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Preston Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for February 13, 2024, has been cancelled.

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will conduct a regular meeting at the Lincoln Park Community Room. The agenda includes discussions on a CHFA grant, making Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility, and replacing a shed.

• CHFA grant discussion
• Proposal to make Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility
• Shed replacement
• Discussion regarding access to Route 2 from Lincoln Park Road

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to discuss the FY25 budget and various school district updates. Members are scheduled to vote on financial reports and specific district policies.

• Vote on FY25 Budget
• Vote on Financial Reports
• Vote on Policy 3515 Use of School Facilities
• Vote on Policy 5111 Admission
• First read of Policy 5141.221 Pediculosis

Preston Board of Education

The BOE Finance Committee will meet to review the budget. The committee is scheduled to hold a vote on the budget recommendation.

• Budget review
• Budget recommendation vote

Redevelopment Agency

The Preston Redevelopment Agency is holding a special meeting to review the FY25 budget proposal. The body will also discuss task group activities regarding finances, site operations, and a master list.

• FY25 Budget Proposal
• Site Operations / Site Clean Up discussion
• Finances task group activity

Youth Services Bureau

The board is meeting to discuss transportation options for the Homework Club at PPMS and a parent education event scheduled for February 29. The group will also discuss D.A.R.E. culminating celebrations.

• Homework Club @ PPMS transportation option
• Parent Education event with Dr. Alicia Farrell on February 29
• D.A.R.E. culminating celebrations

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will meet to review financial reports and provide updates on several ongoing projects. The session includes discussions on the 2024-2025 fiscal budget and the American Rescue Plan Act.

• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Fiscal Budget 2024-2025 update
• Committee vacancy status

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review financial reports and discuss the FY 24/25 budget including a minimum wage increase. The meeting includes updates on park maintenance, youth programs, and the Spring 2024 Young Families Fair.

• FY 24/25 Budget and minimum wage increase
• Review of Alarming Ideas, LLC quote for surveillance system update
• General Fund balance of $65,361.68 and P&R Checking of $93,810.25
• Recreation and Youth Services Coordinator posting
• Spring 24 Young Families Fair and Monument Dedication

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing and discuss a site plan for a composting facility. The body will also consider a zoning map amendment and several zoning permits for short-term rentals and home occupations.

• Public hearing for Site Plan #2023-01: food waste to compost facility at 132 Route 12
• Zoning Map Amendment #2024-01: change from C-1 to R-60 at 73 Route 2
• Short-term rental permits for 119 Route 2A, 1 Route 2, and 146 Route 2
• Zoning permit for accessory apartment at 1 Kimball Farm Rd.
• Zoning permit for home occupation at 95 Branch Hill Road

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget review. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Budget review

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will discuss the appointment process for several boards and commissions and provide updates on the Strategic Plan and solar initiatives. The body is scheduling four special budget workshops between February 14 and March 6, 2024.

• Reappointment of Zachary Tarner to the Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission
• Tax refund for Thomas J. Houghton in the amount of $396.29
• Tax refund for Dylan L. Beatty in the amount of $272.90
• Tax refund for Jon P. Wilcox in the amount of $21.01
• Budget workshops scheduled for Feb 14, Feb 21, Feb 28, and March 6

Youth Services Bureau

The Preston Youth Services Advisory Board will review a financial report and the FY2024-2025 budget request. The board will also discuss programming ideas including a potential community needs survey and a middle school mentorship program.

• FY2024-2025 Budget Request for Preston Youth Services
• Discussion of a third party survey to assess community needs
• Proposed mentorship program for middle school
• Proposed parenting webinar with Dr. Alicia Farrell
• Recruitment for a youth organization representative and two community member vacancies

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for January 23, 2024, was cancelled. It has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024.

Conservation & Agricultural Commission

The commission is meeting to review the 2024-25 fiscal year budget and narrative. Members will also discuss the Mattern Farm Easement and various zoning and planning initiatives.

• Budget and Narrative for 2024-25 Fiscal Year
• Mattern Farm Easement
• Clustered Zoning Regulations — Agri hood Planning
• Farm Market proposal for POCD
• Sustainable Connecticut Action Plan

Democratic Town Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss strategy and fundraising for the 2024 elections. Topics include the 45th House District, 18th Senatorial District, and statewide races.

• 45th House District Race
• 18th Senatorial District Race
• 2024 Fundraising
• Registrar of Voters

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education Finance Committee is meeting to conduct a budget review. The meeting includes a period for public comment via email or in person.

• Budget review

Emergency Services Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding ambulance services, grants, and the Preston Riverwalk. The agenda also includes a discussion on public safety manning.

• Ambulance Update
• Grants Update
• Preston Riverwalk Emergency Services Update
• Public Safety Manning

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will hold a special meeting to interview and deliberate on a candidate for appointment to the committee. The meeting was rescheduled from January 16 to January 18 due to weather.

• Executive session to interview and deliberate on candidate(s) for appointment to the Preston Senior Affairs Committee

Board of Finance

The Board of Finance will meet to appoint a clerk, a Board of Education liaison, and members for the Financial Policies Committee and the Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group. The body will also review the 2024-2025 budget request and establish budget workshop dates.

• Election of Board of Finance Clerk
• Appointment of Board of Education Liaison
• Appointment of Financial Policies Committee Members
• Appointment of Municipal Facilities Building Needs and Assessment Advisory Group
• Discussion of 2024-2025 Budget Request

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will hold a special meeting to interview and deliberate on a candidate for appointment to the committee. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Executive session to interview and deliberate on a candidate for appointment to the Preston Senior Affairs Committee

Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission

The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will discuss several property applications, including a 1-lot subdivision and a home build within the URA. The body will also consider a bond release for a project at 38 Lakeview Dr. and a barn construction request at 78 Hollowell Rd.

• IW #2024-01: 1-Lot Subdivision at 29 Burton Rd
• IW #2024-02: Single-family home built within the URA at 29 Burton Rd
• IW-AR #2024-01: Barn construction for equipment storage at 78 Hollowell Rd
• IWWC #2023-03: Bond release for construction at 38 Lakeview Dr
• Election of officers: Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education Finance Committee is meeting to conduct a budget review. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Budget review

Redevelopment Agency

The agency will hold a regular meeting to discuss task group activities and financial updates. The body is scheduled to conduct a kickoff for the FY25 budget.

• FY25 Budget Kickoff
• Finances report
• Site Operations / Site Clean Up update
• Master List review

Ethics Commission

The commission will elect officers and review minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda also includes discussion of a news article and a vote regarding invoice approval processes and the 2024-2025 budget.

• Election of officers
• Vote on designee to approve invoices or request purchase orders
• 2024 - 2025 commission budget

Board of Selectmen

The Board of Selectmen will meet to discuss the replacement of a fire department air compressor and a right of way on River Road. The body will also consider several tax refunds and a board appointment.

• Replacement of Fire Department air compressor for SCBA bottles and medical oxygen
• Planning & Zoning right of way on River Road
• Appointment of State Trooper Kris Fisher to the Preston Youth Services Advisory Board
• Tax refunds for Aaron M. Clark, Kyle A. & Katelyn M. Birchell, Anna M. & Dennis M. Hart, Toyota Lease Trust, CCAP Auto Lease Ltd, Karen E. Morace, and Katherine Andruskiewicz
• Updates on ClearGov, Budget, and HR Performance Management

Democratic Town Committee

The Preston Democratic Caucus is meeting to establish its leadership and membership. The body will elect a permanent Chair and Secretary and vote on nominations for the Preston Democratic Town Committee.

• Election of permanent Chair
• Election of permanent Secretary
• Nominations and election of Preston Democratic Town Committee members

Housing Authority

The Preston Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting to review previous minutes, treasurer reports, and old business. The agenda includes discussions regarding a CHFA grant and a proposal to make Lincoln Park a non-smoking facility.

• CHFA grant discussion
• Proposal for Lincoln Park to become a non-smoking facility
• Discussion of septic system
• Discussion regarding shed replacement
• Executive session regarding tenant concerns

Preston Board of Education

The Board of Education will meet to discuss superintendent updates, transportation, and financial reports. The board is required to vote on the financial reports presented by the Director of Finance.

• Vote on financial reports
• Review of Policy 3515 Use of Facilities
• Discussion of school day for February 20, 2024, due to inclement weather
• Transportation update regarding Bus ID Cards
• Review of policies regarding safety, security, and fraud prevention

Preston Board of Education

The Finance Committee is meeting to conduct an introductory budget discussion. The body will also review updates regarding the FY24 budget and 2024 capital projects.

• Introductory Budget Discussion
• FY23 Closeout
• FY24 Update
• Capital Update 2024
• Election of Committee Chair

Senior Affairs Committee

The Senior Affairs Committee will meet to review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and nominate officers. The body will also receive updates on vehicle replacement and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update
• Vehicle replacement update
• Nomination of Officers