North Branford public meetings in 2025

Town Council Meetings

The council first removed Mark Amatrudo’s emergency management director appointment from the table. It then confirmed his appointment with an annual stipend of $6,000 effective Dec. 31, 2025. A motion to postpone the appointment to Jan. 20, 2026 was rejected. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

• Removed appointment from table (5-0-4) – motion passes
• Confirmed appointment of Mark Amatrudo as Emergency Management Director with $6,000 stipend (5-1-3) – motion passes
• Postponement of appointment to Jan 20, 2026 denied (3-5-1) – motion fails
• Meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. (8-0-1) – motion passes

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee scheduled for December 22, 2025 was cancelled. As a result, no items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Board of Education

The Board of Education Curriculum & Instruction Subcommittee will meet to review the program of studies, curriculum maps, and Building Thinking Cultures. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 5:15 p.m.

• Review update on program of studies
• Review curriculum map and unit plan work
• Review Building Thinking Cultures overview
• Meeting location: Stanley T. Williams Community Center

Board of Education

The North Branford Board of Education will review and act on the upcoming 2026‑2027 school calendar. The meeting includes discussion of the finance report, tools for schools and indoor air quality, and the NBHS renovation project. Consent agenda items such as approval of previous minutes will also be considered.

• Approval of previous minutes – consent agenda
• Finance report – discussion
• Tools for schools/indoor air quality – discussion
• 2026/2027 school calendar – discussion and action
• NBHS renovation project – discussion

Blueprint Committee

The North Branford Blueprint Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered.

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will hold a public hearing and consider possible action on Application #2025-4 for 90 Ciro Road. The proposal seeks a site‑plan modification to add a 30’ × 50’ metal building with associated driveway, grading, septic system, utilities and site work within the upland review area. This item continues from the December 3, 2025 meeting.

• Application #2025-4 – 90 Ciro Road – site‑plan modification for an additional 30’ × 50’ metal building, driveway, grading, septic, utilities and site work

The agency unanimously approved the corrected minutes from the December 3 meeting. It also unanimously approved IWWA application #2025-4 to add a 30‑by‑50‑foot metal building with driveway, grading, septic and utilities at 90 Ciro Road. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes of Dec 3, 2025 with correction (unanimous)
• Approved IWWA application #2025-4 site plan modification at 90 Ciro Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will vote to accept the resignation of Town Manager Michael P. Downes effective Jan. 5, 2026. The Council will also appoint Assistant Town Manager Rory Burke as Acting Town Manager with an annual salary of $147,175. Additionally, the Council will designate itself as the search committee for a new Town Manager and confirm Mark Amatrudo as Emergency Management Director with a $6,000 annual stipend.

• Accept resignation of Town Manager Michael P. Downes, effective Jan 5 2026
• Appoint Assistant Town Manager Rory Burke as Acting Town Manager, salary $147,175 per year
• Designate Town Council as the Search Committee for hiring a new Town Manager
• Confirm appointment of Mark Amatrudo as Emergency Management Director, stipend $6,000 per year

The council unanimously accepted the resignation of Town Manager Michael P. Downes effective Jan. 5, 2026. It then appointed Assistant Town Manager Rory Burke as Acting Town Manager with an annual salary of $147,175. The full council was designated as the Search Committee to hire a new Town Manager. The appointment of an Emergency Management Director was tabled by a 4‑3 vote.

• Accepted resignation of Town Manager Michael P. Downes effective Jan 5 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Assistant Town Manager Rory Burke as Acting Town Manager, salary $147,175 (unanimous)
• Designated full Town Council as Search Committee for new Town Manager (unanimous)
• Tabled Emergency Management Director appointment (vote 4‑3)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council and WPCA meeting originally set for Tuesday, December 16, 2025 was cancelled. A special joint meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2025. No other agenda items were listed.

• Original Dec 16, 2025 WPCA and Town Council meeting cancelled
• Special WPCA and Town Council meeting scheduled for Dec 9, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The North Branford Zoning Board of Appeals cancelled its scheduled meeting for December 15, 2025, due to a lack of business. The next meeting is set for January 26, 2026.

• Cancellation of December 15, 2025 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will consider several items, including approving the minutes from the special meeting on 12/08/2025 and reviewing specifications for the Edward Smith HVAC project. The committee will discuss a garden roof leak at the North Branford High School. A key agenda item is the RFP review to award an HVAC commissioning agent for the Edward Smith Library, which requires a two‑thirds vote and may move to an executive session.

• Approval of special meeting minutes from 12/08/2025
• Specification review for Edward Smith HVAC
• Discussion of garden roof leak at North Branford High School
• RFP review to award HVAC commissioning agent for Edward Smith Library (2/3 vote, possible executive session)

The committee voted to approve the special meeting minutes of December 8 2025 with noted changes. Member Palumbo moved the approval, Member Fonda seconded, and the motion passed with all members in favor. Member Canosa abstained.

• Approved Special Meeting minutes of 12/08/2025 (motion by Palumbo, seconded by Fonda; all in favor, Canosa abstained)

Board of Education

The special meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The Conservation and Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency is holding a special meeting and field walk. The agency will review a proposed fourth building and associated site work.

• Site walk at 90 Ciro Road to review a proposed 30’ x 50’ fourth building
• Review of site work and septic system installation at 90 Ciro Road

Planning & Zoning Commission

The North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a re‑subdivision of property on West Pond Road in the R‑80 zone to create five residential lots, and a site‑plan modification for a 60’ × 40’ detached building at 524 Forest Road in the I‑2 zone. The meeting also includes discussion of Schedule A and a presentation on the Town Center Form‑Based Code. Additional items include the Town Planner’s report on upcoming applications.

• Appl. #2025-9 – Re‑subdivision of West Pond Road (R‑80 zone) for five residential lots, applicant BC Investment Properties LLC
• Appl. #2025-12 – Site‑plan modification at 524 Forest Road (I‑2 zone) for a 60’ × 40’ detached storage/office building, applicant Centconn Properties LLC
• Schedule A discussion
• Town Center Form‑Based Code presentation and discussion
• Town Planner’s report on upcoming application receipt and scheduling for January 8, 2026

The commission approved the minutes from September 4, 2025 and November 20, 2025, each passing by a 3‑2 vote with two members abstaining. The commission approved Application #2025‑12 for 524 Forest Road, allowing a new 60‑by‑40‑foot detached building for storage and office use, with the motion passing unanimously (5‑0). No action was taken on Application #2025‑9 West Pond Road; the commission sent it back for further drainage and wetland review and will consider it at the next meeting.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (3‑2, abstentions Siena & Heon)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (3‑2, abstentions Caruso & Heon)
• Approved Application #2025‑12 – 524 Forest Road site plan modification (5‑0)
• Continued Application #2025‑9 – West Pond Road re‑subdivision (sent back for revisions)

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee will meet to discuss several operational topics, including recycling information cards and committee responsibilities. Members will also select a meeting chair for January through March 2026.

• Discussion of Plastic Wrap
• Recycling/Trash Info Card Update
• Selection of meeting chair for Jan-Mar 2026
• Backup Committee Responsibilities and Assignments
• OneDrive Update for Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor and three members abstaining. Member Petroskey was designated to chair the January and March 2026 meetings; the February chair will be decided at the January meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes (all in favor, 3 abstentions)
• Assigned Member Petroskey as chair for January and March 2026 meetings

Library Board

The North Branford Library Board will meet to review reports and address unfinished business regarding liability and internet policies. The board will also discuss a program agreement form and library signage.

• Liability waivers and hold harmless agreements
• Social Media Policy
• Internet Access Policy
• Program Agreement Form
• Library Signage

The board approved the prior meeting minutes after a motion by Chair Frandsen, with two members abstaining and the motion passing. The board adopted a new Programming Agreement form for presenters, outlining program details and rules. No updates were reported on liability waivers, social media, internet access, or library signage.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion passed, Budney and Macmillen abstained)
• Adopted Programming Agreement form for library presenters (no vote recorded)

Agriculture Commission

The North Branford Agriculture Commission meeting scheduled for December 9, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. Residents should await notice of a rescheduled meeting for any future topics.

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will vote on the 2026‑2029 collective bargaining agreement with the teachers union. It will also discuss a draft ordinance on peddling, hawking and vending, an extension of the trash collection contract, and awards for a land‑records management system and speed‑limit signs. Additional items include a policy for using Economic Development fund proceeds and a review of possible town charter revisions.

• Ratification of the 2026‑2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the North Branford Federation of Teachers
• Draft of Proposed Ordinance 2025‑2, Peddling, Hawking and Vending
• Proposed extension of the trash collection contract
• Award of RFP 926020 – Land Records Management System (awardee TBD)
• Project Authorization Letter for Speed Limit Signs on local rural roads in Districts 3 & 4

The council unanimously approved the November 18, 2025 WPCA & Town Council minutes. It adopted resolutions congratulating the North Branford youth football C, B, and A divisions for their recent titles. The Fire Commission approved pensions for three retirees and appointed two Deputy Chiefs. Additional actions included approving pond maintenance, and filing for a one‑month audit extension.

• Approved November 18, 2025 WPCA & Town Council minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution congratulating North Branford youth football C Division team
• Adopted resolution congratulating North Branford youth football B Division team
• Adopted resolution congratulating North Branford youth football A Division team
• Approved pensions for retirees Michael Garcia, John Carafeno, Stephen Kopylec
• Appointed Deputy Chiefs Tom Hart (Training) and John McFarland (EMS)
• Approved maintenance on North St pond to remove organic sediment
• Filed for one‑month audit extension to Jan 31 2026

Finance Sub-committee of the Town Council

The Town Council Finance Sub-Committee meeting set for Tuesday, December 9, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No further action was taken at this meeting.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Branford Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:00 pm was cancelled. No agenda items were considered.

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will review the RFP and consider a vote to award the HVAC commissioning agent contract for the Edward Smith Library. The meeting also includes updates on the Edward Smith HVAC project, the NBHS storage shed, and various New Britain Police Department and North Branford High School construction items. Invoices will be reviewed before adjournment.

• RFP review and vote on award of HVAC commissioning agent for Edward Smith Library
• Edward Smith HVAC – update
• NBHS storage shed – update
• NBPD updates: HVAC, Newfield, IES commissioning, punch list
• Review of invoices

The committee approved the minutes from the 11/17/2025 special meeting after minor wording corrections. It approved a $2,350 guardrail invoice, a not‑to‑exceed $10,000 budget for window‑film work, and several contractor invoices for the NBHS, Edward Smith Library, and NBHS Storage projects. The committee then rescinded earlier retainage‑reduction approvals for four bid packages and voted to table all retainage‑reduction requests until the required close‑out documents are received by Dec. 22 2025.

• Approved 11/17/2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Moved invoices from agenda item 10 to 7a (unanimous)
• Approved guardrail invoice from Guilford Fence – $2,350 (unanimous)
• Approved not‑to‑exceed $10,000 for window‑film pending manufacturer approval (unanimous)
• Approved retainage reductions to 0% for bid packages 09A, 09D, 09E, 23A, 28A (unanimous)
• Rescinded those retainage‑reduction approvals (unanimous)
• Tabled all retainage‑reduction requests until required documents are received by Dec. 22 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved contractor invoices for NBHS, Edward Smith Library, and NBHS Storage projects (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review a recap of the Blueprint Committee, prepare for an upcoming Planning & Zoning meeting, and consider the town's strategic plan. It will also feature a presentation on Restaurant Month and reports from the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce and the Assistant Town Manager. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, minutes approval, and citizen statements.

• Blueprint Committee recap
• Planning & Zoning meeting preparation
• Restaurant Month discussion
• Strategic Plan review
• Shoreline Chamber of Commerce report

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 regular meeting. Dan moved to approve, Barbara seconded, and the motion passed with one abstention (Pete). No other formal actions were taken; the commission discussed Blueprint Committee updates, a Planning & Zoning Table of Uses revision, Form‑Based Code development, and Restaurant Month plans.

• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (passed, 1 abstention)

Board of Police Commissioners

The regular meeting of the North Branford Board of Police Commissioners scheduled for December 8, 2025 has been canceled. No agenda items will be considered at this time.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The North Branford Board of Fire Commissioners approved three pension requests for retired members, appointed two new deputy chiefs, and accepted the 2026 meeting schedule. They also approved the swearing‑in of three new fire inspectors and authorized Christmas drive‑by activities for all companies. All actions were approved by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Approved three new fire inspectors to be sworn in (unanimous)
• Accepted 2026 schedule of meetings (unanimous)
• Approved pension for Michael Guercia, 18 years service, effective 11/10/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved pension for John Carafeno, 13 years service, effective 10/1/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved pension for Stephen Kopylec, 43 years service, effective 6/1/2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Tom Hart as Deputy Chief of Training (1/1/2026‑12/31/2027) (unanimous)
• Appointed John McFarland as Deputy Chief of EMS (1/1/2026‑12/31/2027) (unanimous)
• Approved Christmas drive‑by activities for all three companies (unanimous)

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will hold a public hearing and consider possible actions on two applications. Application #2025-4 proposes a site plan modification at 90 Ciro Road to add a 30’ × 50’ metal building with associated driveway, grading, septic, utilities, and site work. Application #2025-5 seeks approval for pond maintenance at 40/50 North Street, involving water pumping with a filtration sock and removal of organic sediment. The meeting also includes adoption of the 2026 meeting schedule and routine agenda items.

• Application #2025-4 – 90 Ciro Road: site plan modification for a 30’ × 50’ metal building, driveway, grading, septic, utilities, and site work (owner: Maclellan North Branford LLC; agent: John Paul Garcia, PE, LS)
• Application #2025-5 – 40/50 North Street: pond maintenance including water pumping with a filtration sock and removal of organic sediment (owner: Nate Rose; applicant: Alfred D. Rose)
• Adoption of the 2026 meeting schedule (Wetland Enforcement Officer’s Report)
• Public hearing and possible action on the listed applications
• Routine items: call to order, pledge of allegiance, minutes, old and new business

The agency approved the minutes from the October 22 meeting and moved agenda item B before item A. It decided to reduce a culvert on Glenwood Road from 3 in to 2 in. The agency approved Application #2025‑5 to maintain the pond at 40‑50 North Street with specified conditions. It also adopted the 2026 meeting schedule and adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous, 1 abstain)
• Moved agenda item B before item A (unanimous)
• Reduced Glenwood Rd culvert size from 3 in to 2 in (decision)
• Approved IWWA Application #2025‑5 pond maintenance at 40‑50 North Street (unanimous, with conditions)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (unanimous)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee meeting scheduled for December 1, 2025, has been cancelled.

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee’s meeting scheduled for November 24, 2025 was cancelled. Consequently, no agenda items were discussed or decided at this session.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and possible action on a property re-subdivision. The body will also discuss the Town Center Form Based Code and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Application #2025-9: Re-subdivision of West Pond Road (R-80 zone) to create five residential lots with access on Glenwood Road
• Town Center Form Based Code presentation and discussion
• Adoption of 2026 Meeting Schedule

The commission approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑1 vote and one abstention. Members voted 4‑0 to close the public hearing on Application #2025-9 for West Pond Road. The commission also adopted the 2026 Planning & Zoning meeting schedule by a 4‑0 vote and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑1, 1 abstain)
• Closed public hearing on Appl #2025-9 West Pond Road (4‑0)
• Continued Appl #2025-9 to the December 11, 2025 meeting
• Approved 2026 Planning & Zoning meeting schedule (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Education

The scheduled Board of Education meeting for Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Board of Education

The Board of Education will conduct an organizational meeting to elect officers and assign committees. The body will also discuss the NBHS Renovation Project and a contract with the North Branford Federation of Teachers.

• Election of officers and committee assignments
• Discussion of NBHS Renovation Project
• Possible action on contract with North Branford Federation of Teachers
• Finance Report discussion and action
• Policy committee discussion and action

Blueprint Committee

The Blueprint Committee will discuss updates on North Branford town properties, review parks and recreation fields, and receive a progress report from the Town Center Committee. No formal decisions are noted; the meeting focuses on informational updates and discussion.

• Update on North Branford Town Properties
• Review and discussion of Parks and Recreation Fields
• Update on the Town Center Committee
• Report on the Committee’s Progress

The committee approved the minutes from October 23, 2025. It added the 2026 meeting schedule and an Economic Development discussion item to the agenda. The revised 2026 meeting schedule was formally approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Added 2026 meeting schedule to agenda under item 5c (all in favor)
• Added Economic Development discussion to agenda under item 5d (all in favor)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule with date correction (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:12 p.m. (all in favor)

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The North Branford Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for December 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the North Branford Town Hall Council Chambers.

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will appoint a Council Clerk and a Town Attorney, and discuss the sale of town properties, a vending ordinance, and police assistance compacts. The meeting also includes reports from various town commissions.

• Appointment of Kathleen Daly as Council Clerk at $275 per 2-hour meeting
• Appointment of Attorney Bryan L. LeClerc as Town Attorney
• Discussion on use of funds from sale of Town-owned properties
• Change to Chapter 182 Peddling, Hawking and Vending ordinance
• General Service Mutual Police Assistance Compact with five towns

Zoning Board of Appeals

The North Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance application for 14 Brook Lane. The applicant, Ralph Coppola, seeks to increase the lot coverage for accessory buildings from 4.34% to 6% to place a pool house/storage shed measuring 14’ × 24’. The board may take action on the request after the hearing. The meeting will also adopt the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Variance request for 14 Brook Lane – increase accessory building lot coverage from 4.34% to 6% (pool house/storage shed 14’ × 24’)
• Adoption of 2026 Zoning Board meeting schedule

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. It approved application #2025‑8 for a variance to increase lot coverage for a pool house/storage shed at 14 Brook Lane. The board adopted the 2026 meeting schedule. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance application #2025‑8 for 14 Brook Lane (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will review an AI Engineers proposal regarding Edward Smith HVAC. The body will also discuss several North Branford High School items, including a garden roof leak and warranty issues.

• AI Engineers proposal for Edward Smith HVAC
• North Branford High School garden roof leak
• Aerolite Warranty for NBHS
• NBHS retainage reduction and punchlist
• Review of invoices

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the minutes from prior meetings, accepted a $15,000 proposal from AI Engineers, and approved warranty agreements from Airolite. It also reduced retainage for Accurate Door & Window, increased a purchase order for Paul Griese, rejected a Stadium Systems invoice, and approved several contractor invoices, with a few members abstaining on specific motions.

• Approved meeting minutes of 10/20/2025 (abstentions: Canosa, Palumbo)
• Approved meeting minutes of 11/03/2025 (abstentions: Bailey, Canosa, Rose, Siena)
• Accepted AI Engineers proposal for $15,000 (unanimously passed)
• Accepted 10‑year warranty for materials/workmanship and 20‑year warranty for architectural finishes from Airolite (unanimously passed)
• Approved retainage reduction for Accurate Door & Window, LLC to 0% (unanimously passed)
• Increased purchase order for Paul Griese by $4,000 (unanimously passed)
• Rejected Stadium Systems invoice # IMC-2507146 for $8,375.00 (unanimously passed)
• Approved NBPD project invoices (Ciulla & Donofrio $977.50, Centek $1,227.50) with Vice Chairman Bailey abstaining

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee will review waste management topics including e-waste, leaf drop-off, and plastic wrap. Members will also discuss updating the Recycling/Trash Info Card and approving the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Approval of the 2026 SHWRC Meeting Schedule
• E-Waste Event wrap up
• Leaf Drop-off discussion
• Recycling/Trash Info Card update
• Backup Committee responsibilities and assignments

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting. The committee also approved the proposed 2026 SHWRC meeting schedule. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.; all motions passed with unanimous support except one member abstained on the minutes approval.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (all in favor; Member Sharp abstained)
• Approved 2026 SHWRC meeting schedule (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (all in favor)

Library Board

The North Branford Library Board will meet to discuss and take action on several operational policies. The agenda includes reviews of circulation and social media guidelines, as well as the establishment of AI guidelines for internet access.

• Liability waivers and hold harmless agreements
• Social Media Policy
• Circulation Policy
• Internet Access Policy/AI Guidelines
• Election of Library Board officers

The Library Board approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved revisions to the circulation policy, including ending refunds for replaced items and new loan rules for non‑holdable items. Additionally, the board approved the 2026 Library Board meeting schedule. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved circulation policy revisions (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Library Board meeting schedule (unanimous)

Public Safety Communications Committee

The scheduled Public Safety Communications Committee meeting for November 12, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Agriculture Commission

The Town of North Branford has cancelled the Agriculture Commission meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025.

• Agriculture Commission meeting cancelled

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025 was cancelled. As a result, no agenda items were considered or decided at this time.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will review the department budget and management software. The meeting includes discussions on patrol changes due to shoplifting and requests for traffic modifications.

• Request to Town Council to modify Ch. 182 Peddling Hawing and Vending
• Installation of 4 Way Stop intersection at Mill/ Ann/ Wood Chase on 11/12/25
• No turn on red request for Foxon Road/ Forest Road
• CT DOT update on intersection of Woodhouse/ Pistapaug and Clintonville
• Review of Gov Quest Report and Munis Scheduling software

The Police Commissioners approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes after correcting a typo, unanimously. They added a new‑business agenda item for the 2026 meeting schedule and approved the 2026 meeting dates, both unanimously. The board also unanimously denied the request for a no‑right‑turn‑on‑red at the Foxon Road and Forest Road intersection.

• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Added agenda item 6a – Schedule of Meetings for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Denied no‑right‑turn‑on‑red request at Foxon Road & Forest Road (unanimous)

Board of Education

The North Branford Board of Education Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss three existing policies: Family and Medical Leave of Absence (P2250), Fundraising Policy (P4010), and Library Collection Development and Maintenance (P3400). No decisions are indicated; the agenda lists discussion of each policy. The meeting will also set the date for the next meeting before adjourning.

• Discussion of P2250 – Family and Medical Leave of Absence
• Discussion of P4010 – Fundraising Policy
• Discussion of P3400 – Library Collection Development and Maintenance, Library Displays and Programs, and Library Material Review and Reconsideration

Planning & Zoning Commission

The North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a re-subdivision application and discuss the Town Center Form Based Code. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on re-subdivision of West Pond Road
• Discussion of Town Center Form Based Code
• Approval of July 10, September 4, and September 18, 2025 minutes

The commission approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to continue the public hearing on Application #2025-9 (West Pond Road subdivision) to November 20, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Continued public hearing on Appl #2025-9 to Nov 20, 2025 (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The North Branford Board of Fire Commissioners will review several operational matters, including the department's command structure and appointments of assistant chiefs and training staff. Unfinished business items such as fire rescue billing, fire marshal fees, and a social media policy will also be considered. The meeting follows standard agenda items like reports, public comments, and the upcoming December 4 agenda.

• Discussion/Action on Department’s Command Realignment
• Discussion/Action on Appointment of two Assistant Chiefs
• Discussion/Action on Appointment of Training Officer & EMS Supervisor
• Discussion/Action on Fire Rescue Billing
• Discussion/Action on Social Media Policy

The Board approved the use of Ranger 3 by AMR for the Yale‑Harvard game and authorized the purchase of new gas meters using a $2,000 grant and a $2,500 donation. It accepted the department’s social media policy, the command‑realignment chart, and the list of members earning a year of credited service in the Merit Service Retirement Plan. The Board also appointed Anthony Esposito and Robert Colangelo as Assistant Chiefs for three‑year terms and tabled actions on fire‑rescue billing and fire‑marshal fees.

• Approved use of Ranger 3 by AMR for Yale‑Harvard game (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of gas meters with $2,000 grant and $2,500 donation (all in favor)
• Accepted Social Media Policy as written (all in favor)
• Accepted departmental command realignment organizational chart (all in favor)
• Appointed Anthony Esposito and Robert Colangelo as Assistant Chiefs, Jan 1 2026–Jan 1 2029 (all in favor)
• Approved merit‑service retirement list for 2024‑2025 and instructed clerk to forward it (all in favor)
• Tabled discussion/action on Fire Rescue Billing
• Tabled discussion/action on Fire Marshal Fees

Veterans Service Commission

The North Branford Veterans Service Commission will review and vote on the 2026 meeting schedule. The commission will also discuss a newsletter, a veterans luncheon, and matters related to the Wall of Honor. Earlier agenda items include approving the October 7, 2025 minutes and a discussion on the St. Patrick’s Parade in New Haven.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Wall of Honor – Sub‑committee discussion
• Nomination Form for the Wall of Honor
• Approval of the 2026 meeting schedule
• Discussion on a newsletter

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. A motion was passed to adopt the 2026 meeting schedule. The board decided not to take part in the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in New Haven. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (motion passed)
• Declined participation in 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade (decision)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will review updates on HVAC systems at Edward Smith and the North Branford Police Department, address issues at the North Branford Intermediate School, and approve meeting minutes and invoices.

• Approval of 10/20/2025 and 10/27/2025 meeting minutes
• Edward Smith HVAC update
• NBPD HVAC, propane consumption, commissioning, and punch list
• NBIS closeout
• NBHS glass warranty, roof leak, punchlist, and retainage reduction

The Permanent Project Building Committee voted unanimously to let AI Engineering continue the Edward Smith Library HVAC project to 100% construction documents, skipping the 60% design phase. It also authorized AI Engineering to prepare a proposal for Town Council review. The committee approved several retainage adjustments, adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, and approved invoices for the NBIS, NBHS, and NBPD projects.

• Approved AI Engineering request to continue to 100% CD and skip 60% design phase (unanimous)
• Authorized AI Engineering to prepare a proposal pending Town Council approval (unanimous)
• Approved retainage reduction from 5.0% to 2.5% for Cherry Hill Glass Co Inc (unanimous)
• Approved retainage reduction from 2.5% to 0% for Schenectady Steel Co Inc (unanimous)
• Rejected retainage reduction from 2.5% to 0% for Stonehedge Landscaping Co pending flood test (unanimous)
• Tabled retainage reduction from 5.0% to 2.5% for Silktown Roofing until flood test results (unanimous)
• Approved the proposed 2026 PPBC meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved invoices for NBIS, NBHS, and NBPD projects (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The North Branford Economic Development Commission will meet to consider several new business items, including the 2026 meeting schedule, Town Center communication plans, and a policy for the Economic Development Fund. The commission will also review old business concerning the town's Strategic Plan and receive reports from the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, the Assistant Town Manager, and Planning & Zoning. The meeting follows the standard agenda of call to order, minutes approval, citizen statements, and adjournment.

• 2026 Meeting Schedule (new business)
• Town Center Communication (new business)
• Economic Development Fund Policy (new business)
• Strategic Plan (old business)
• Shoreline Chamber of Commerce report

The Economic Development Commission approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted the 2026 meeting schedule, endorsed the Town Center communication memorandum, and approved the Economic Development Fund Policy. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (all in favor)
• Endorsed Town Center communication memorandum (all in favor)
• Approved Economic Development Fund Policy (all in favor)

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will vote on transferring utility funds for FY 2024‑25, moving amounts such as $1,600, $1,350, $1,050 and $300 between accounts. The meeting also includes an executive‑session review of the Town Manager under CGS Section 1‑200(6)(A) and a discussion of the Town Manager’s compensation. No other agenda items are listed.

• Appropriation transfer of $1,600 for Street Lights electricity final bills
• Appropriation transfer of $1,350 for Sewer Works Operating Fund contracts
• Appropriation transfer of $1,050 for Technical supplies correction
• Appropriation transfer of $300 for Other Contractual items
• Executive session evaluation of Town Manager (CGS Section 1‑200(6)(A)) and discussion of Town Manager compensation

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025, has been cancelled.

Permanent Project Building Committee

The scheduled October 27, 2025 Permanent Project Building Committee meeting was cancelled, so no decisions or discussions will take place.

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will hold a joint meeting with the Town Council and Police Commission. The agenda includes a flag salute, roll call, and an update on the HVAC system for the North Branford Police Department. No other items or decisions are listed.

• Update on HVAC for the NB Police Department

The meeting provided updates on the police department HVAC system, including reports from Centek, SPA, and Trane. Council members and commission chairs discussed design basis, warranty issues, and operational concerns. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council, Permanent Project Building Committee, and Police Commission will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes a flag salute, roll call, and an update on the HVAC system for the North Branford Police Department. No decisions are listed; the meeting appears informational.

• Update on HVAC for the NB Police Department

Councilors, the Police Commission, and the Permanent Project Building Committee reviewed the updated HVAC balancing report and system performance. They heard concerns about humidity control, heating‑season testing, and warranty impacts. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the discussion was informational only.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Town Council, Permanent Project Building Committee, and Police Commission will hold a special joint meeting to discuss an update on the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system for the North Branford Police Department.

• Update on HVAC for the NB Police Department
• Special joint meeting of Town Council, Building Committee, and Police Commission

The board discussed the status of the North Branford Police Department HVAC system, including reports from Centek, SPA, and Trane. Participants raised concerns about design compliance, humidity control, boiler fuel consumption, and warranty implications. No motions were voted on, and no approvals, denials, or tabling of actions were recorded.

Blueprint Committee

The Blueprint Committee will meet to discuss updates on North Branford town properties, review parks and recreation fields, and receive a progress report from the Center Committee. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Update on North Branford Town Properties
• Review of Parks and Recreation Fields
• Update on the Center Committee
• Report on the Committee’s Progress

The committee approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It endorsed a request to develop a Request for Proposals for the Town Center Subcommittee to be presented to the Town Council. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (all in favor; Member Fonda abstained)
• Endorsed request for Town Center RFP to be presented to Town Council (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will meet to review minutes, consider a presentation from the Trust for Public Land regarding 1635 Middletown Avenue, and receive a wetland enforcement report.

• Trust for Public Land presentation on 1635 Middletown Avenue
• Review of September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Wetland Enforcement Officer's report

The agency approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes with a revision adding a 100‑ft no‑dumping placard condition. Members voted to amend the agenda to include a letter of support for the Trust for Public Land and North Branford Land Trust’s Farm River Open Space project at 1635 Middletown Avenue, Northford. The commission also approved a motion directing Town Planner Perkins to draft that letter of support and forward it to the commission for final approval. The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.

• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (all in favor, Fischbach abstained)
• Amended agenda to add letter of support for Farm River Open Space project (all in favor)
• Directed Town Planner Perkins to draft letter of support for Farm River Open Space project (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m. (all in favor)

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will discuss and act on several new business items, including the purchase of a new Fire Department Engine #1. The agenda also includes funding for the Sea Hill Road rehabilitation through the Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program, a paving agreement for Brook Lane with the Regional Water Authority, and the award of a public‑works addition contract (Bid #26120). Additional items cover a scheduling software contract for the Police Department, an agreement with Taxserv Capital Services, LLC, and various appropriation and finance transfers.

• Fire Department Engine #1 purchase
• Funding from Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program for Sea Hill Rd rehabilitation
• Brook Lane paving agreement with Regional Water Authority
• Award of Bid #26120 for FF&E Public Works Addition Project
• Agreement with Taxserv Capital Services, LLC

The council moved to table the September 23 WPCA meeting minutes; the motion passed with all in favor and two abstentions. The council also approved the $12,300 fee for connecting a failing septic system at 1450 Middletown Ave to the sanitary sewer, with all members voting in favor.

• Motion to table September 23 WPCA minutes passed (all in favor, Councilor Pelliccia and Councilor Zampano abstained)
• Approved $12,300 sewer connection fee for 1450 Middletown Ave (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The North Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two applications. One is an appeal of a July 11, 2025 cease‑and‑desist order issued by the Zoning Enforcement Officer concerning commercial uses at 630 Forest Road, filed by the Mary Ferraro Family Trust and represented by Timothy J. Lee, Esq. The other is a variance request to reduce the front property line setback from 50 feet to 14 feet for an 11 × 13 foot greenhouse at 3 Lakeview Drive, submitted by Cynthia and Kennth Szombathy. The board may take action on these items after the hearing.

• Appeal of ZEO cease‑and‑desist order for commercial uses at 630 Forest Road (Application #2025-6)
• Variance request to reduce front setback to 14 ft (from 50 ft) for a greenhouse at 3 Lakeview Drive (Application #2025-7)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved Application #2025-7, granting a variance to reduce the front‑property‑line setback for a greenhouse at 3 Lakeview Drive. The motion passed unanimously. The board also heard an appeal (Application #2025-6) concerning commercial use at 630 Forest Road, but no final action was recorded.

• Approved variance for 3 Lakeview Drive greenhouse (unanimous)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will consider approvals for past meeting minutes and a ceiling‑tile replacement project, including labor and material costs. The board will also review updates on the HVAC system and the request‑for‑proposal for a commissioning agent. Additional updates from the high school, intermediate school, and regional water district will be presented.

• Approval of Special Meeting Minutes 09/08/2025
• Approval of Meeting Minutes 10/06/2025
• Ceiling tile replacement approval – labor and material
• Review of HVAC system updates
• Review of RFP for commissioning agent

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved several project invoices, including a $182,331.72 invoice for the NBIS project. It also approved a ceiling‑tile replacement contract at the STWCC up to $74,000 and authorized advertising for a Commissioning Agent at the Edward Smith Library. All motions passed, with a few members abstaining on specific items.

• Approved special meeting minutes from 09/08/2025 (passed; abstentions: Chairman Whalen, Member Siena)
• Approved special meeting minutes from 10/06/2025 (passed; abstentions: Member Fonda, Member Siena)
• Moved ESL review of Commissioning Agent to agenda item 6.1 (passed)
• Approved ceiling‑tile replacement at STWCC not to exceed $74,000 (passed)
• Approved advertisement request for Commissioning Agent at Edward Smith Library (passed)
• Approved NBHS project invoices totaling $455,? (passed)
• Approved NBPD project invoice for $4,347.00 (passed; abstention: Vice Chairman Bailey)
• Approved NBIS project invoices totaling $211,139.32 (passed)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for Oct. 16, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. was cancelled because there was no business. The next regular meeting is set for Nov. 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers, 909 Foxon Road.

Board of Education

The North Branford Board of Education Curriculum & Instruction Subcommittee will meet on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:15 p.m. in the conference room of the Stanley T. Williams Community Center. The agenda includes discussion of the Social Emotional Learning requirement and its impact, review of the 2024/2025 Student Achievement Analysis, and other curriculum‑related matters. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Social Emotional Learning requirement and impact
• 2024/2025 Student Achievement Analysis
• Other curriculum related matters

Board of Education

The North Branford Board of Education will review its consent agenda, including approval of previous minutes, resignations and appointments. The superintendent’s report will include a finance discussion and action on the 2026‑2027 budget process calendar. The board will also discuss the NBHS renovation project. Additional committee reports and new business will be considered.

• Approval of Previous Minutes – discussion and action
• Resignations – discussion and action
• Appointments – discussion and action
• Finance Report – discussion and action regarding 2026/2027 budget process calendar
• NBHS Renovation Project – discussion

Agriculture Commission

The Agriculture Commission meeting set for Tuesday, October 14, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided at this time.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners will consider several traffic‑authority requests, including a sign for Mill Road, a special‑needs child warning sign at 17 Ann Street, and improvements at the Route 80/22 and Mill Road/Route 22 intersections. The meeting also includes routine items such as the Officer of the Month award, a thank‑you note from the Caruso‑Bode Family, and statements from citizens and the press. No specific actions are noted in the agenda.

• Request for Traffic Sign on Mill Road (Ashley Fernandez)
• Request for “Special Needs Child in Area Please Drive Carefully” sign at 17 Ann Street (Ashley Fernandez)
• Traffic Improvements at Route 80/22 and Mill Road/Route 22 Intersections (Ashley Fernandez)
• Officer of the Month: Sgt. Miserendino and Officer Travino‑Marinez
• Thank you note from Caruso‑Bode Family to Deputy Chief Pendleton, Sgt. Hannon, and Officer Perrotti

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a four‑way stop sign at the intersection of Mill and Ann streets. A “Child with Special Needs” sign for Ann Street was approved unanimously. The request for additional traffic improvements at Route 80/22 and Mill Road/Route 22 intersections was tabled pending further discussion with the state.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 4‑way stop sign at Mill and Ann streets (unanimous)
• Approved "Child with Special Needs" sign on Ann Street (unanimous)
• Tabled traffic improvements request for Route 80/22 and Mill Road/Route 22 intersections (unanimous)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The North Branford Board of Fire Commissioners will meet to consider actions regarding Engine 1. They will also review a realignment of the fire department's command staff. Additionally, the board will discuss job descriptions for the Training Officer and the EMS Officer. No other items are listed.

• Discussion/Action on Engine 1
• Discussion/Action on realignment of command staff
• Discussion/Action on job description for Training Officer and EMS Officer

The Board voted unanimously to approve the purchase of Engine 1 for no more than $1,085,000. It also approved creating a training officer and an EMS officer position and elevating Deputy Chiefs Esposito and Colangelo to Assistant Chiefs. The job descriptions for the new training and EMS officer positions were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

• Approved purchase of Engine 1 not to exceed $1,085,000 (unanimous)
• Approved creation of training officer and EMS officer positions (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Deputy Chiefs Esposito and Colangelo as Assistant Chiefs (unanimous)
• Approved job descriptions for training officer and EMS officer (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 p.m. (unanimous)

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee will meet to review several recycling and waste‑related subjects. Topics include schools and research, textile and child‑car seat recycling, plastic wrap, leaf drop‑off, and an update on recycling cards. The meeting also covers routine items such as approving prior minutes and public statements.

• Schools/Research
• Textile/Child Card Seat Recycling
• Plastic Wrap
• Leaf Drop Off
• Recycling Card Update

The committee voted to add an E‑Waste event to the agenda, with all members in favor. The September 11, 2025 minutes were approved after correcting a roll‑call error, with all members in favor and one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Added E‑Waste event to agenda (all in favor)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (all in favor, Petroskey abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss and take action on several operational policies. The agenda includes reviews of liability waivers, social media guidelines, and circulation rules.

• Liability waivers and hold harmless agreements
• Social Media Policy
• Circulation Policy
• Book suppliers

The board voted to approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. No other motions were decided. The board discussed upcoming library projects and programs, but no formal actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:51 p.m.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Veterans Service Commission

The Veterans Service Commission will meet to discuss the Hall of Honor sub-committee and the POW/MIA Ceremony. The body will also review a donation from INYC for a new tent and the St. Patrick’s Parade in New Haven.

• Hall of Honor sub-committee discussion and action
• POW/MIA Ceremony and Connecticut Veterans Affairs Stand Down
• Donation from INYC for a new tent
• Discussion on the St. Patrick’s Parade in New Haven
• Statement from Kathy Poston, Veterans Representative for North Branford

The Veterans Service Commission approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. Member Charles Larkins moved to approve, Vice‑Chair Hamlet Hernandez seconded, Chair Zakary Poston abstained, and the motion passed with all votes in favor. No other actions were formally decided; remaining items were discussed only.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (all in favor, chair abstained)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will consider updates on the NBHS, NBIS, STWCC, Storage Shed, and Edward Smith projects. It will also discuss a retainage reduction and HVAC needs for the NBPD. Additional items include review of invoices and legal matters.

• NBHS – project update
• NBIS – project update
• STWCC – project update
• Retainage reduction
• NBPD – HVAC

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the corrected minutes from 09/22/2025, reduced retainage to 2.5% for three contractors and rejected the same reduction for two others. It also approved several project invoices totaling $311,319.77 and added $20,000 to the purchase order for QA+M. All motions passed, with only one abstention on the NBPD invoice.

• Approved 09/22/2025 minutes with correction (all in favor; Canosa abstained)
• Approved retainage reduction to 2.5% for Acranom Masonry, Silktown Roofing, Barall & Konover Floors (all in favor)
• Rejected retainage reduction to 2.5% for Professional Painting and Stonehedge Landscaping (all in favor)
• Approved NBHS invoices totaling $311,319.77 (all in favor)
• Added $20,000 to PO for QA+M (all in favor)
• Approved NBPD invoice for $1,007.50 (all in favor; Bailey abstained)
• Approved Edward Smith Library invoice for $542.50 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review old‑business items, including the town’s strategic plan and affordable housing initiatives. It will hear reports from the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, the assistant town manager, and the planning & zoning department. Citizens will also be invited to make statements.

• Strategic Plan (old business)
• Affordable Housing (old business)
• Shoreline Chamber of Commerce report
• Assistant Town Manager’s report
• Planning & Zoning report

The commission approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes with all in favor and one abstention (Dan). Members decided to place roughly $140,000‑$150,000 from recent town property sales into a dedicated Economic Development Fund. The commission agreed to adopt a more assertive advisory role on housing and growth and to schedule a joint meeting with Planning & Zoning before year‑end. It also committed to revisit its mission, vision and values and to compare affordable‑ versus workforce‑housing definitions.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, 1 abstention)
• Allocate $140,000‑$150,000 property‑sale proceeds to Economic Development Fund
• Adopt more assertive advisory role on housing and economic growth
• Plan joint meeting with Planning & Zoning Commission before year‑end
• Revisit EDC mission, vision and values statements
• Include Vision Statement & 5‑Year Development Plan on next agenda
• Compare affordable housing vs. workforce housing definitions
• Identify priority locations for new housing and development

Planning & Zoning Commission

The North Branford Planning & Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. was cancelled due to lack of business. The next regular meeting is set for October 16, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers, 909 Foxon Road. No agenda items were presented for this date.

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025 was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum, so no agenda items were considered.

Board of Education

The Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss three pending policies. The items are P1400 – CT School Climate Policy and Regulations, P1450 – Restorative Practices Response, and P1515 – Meal Charging. No decisions are recorded as the agenda lists only discussion topics.

• P1400 – CT School Climate Policy and Regulations
• P1450 – Restorative Practices Response
• P1515 – Meal Charging

Permanent Project Building Committee

The scheduled September 29, 2025 Permanent Project Building Committee meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Blueprint Committee

The Blueprint Committee will meet to discuss and take action on updates regarding North Branford town properties. The committee will also discuss the needs of athletic fields within the town.

• Update on North Branford Town Properties
• Discussion of athletic fields and their needs

The Blueprint Committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting, with two members abstaining. Members were informed that the town properties at 672 Totoket Rd and 127 Old Post Rd have been sold, and that an RFQ is being prepared for 1599 Foxon Rd. The committee discussed needs for town athletic fields, including lighting and irrigation. A motion to add meetings on November 20, 2025 at Atwater Library and December 18, 2025 at Smith Library was passed unanimously.

• Approved Jan 23 2025 minutes (abstentions: Nowak, Abelson)
• Added November 20 2025 meeting at Atwater Library (unanimous)
• Added December 18 2025 meeting at Smith Library (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:21 p.m. (unanimous)

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will hold a public hearing and consider action on a subdivision application. The agency will also review meeting minutes and the Wetland Enforcement Officer's report.

• Public hearing and possible action on Appl. #2025-2 for a five-lot subdivision at West Pond Road/Glenwood Road (BIC Investment Properties LLC, Bruce Ciccone)

The Conservation & Inland Wetlands Agency approved the application for a five‑lot subdivision on West Pond Road and Glenwood Road, adding specific conditions to protect wetlands. The commission also adopted Robert’s Rules of Order for future minutes, approved the minutes of the June, July and August 2025 meetings, closed the public hearing, and adjourned the session.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (3-1, Whitworth abstained)
• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Robert’s Rules of Order for future minutes (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision application #2025‑2 with added conditions (unanimous)
• Closed the public hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:55 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will consider and act on several agenda items, including the approval of a multi‑year capital improvement plan, the award of engineering services for the Edward Smith Library, and various administrative matters such as appointments and election‑related actions. The council will also discuss the use of proceeds from the sale of town‑owned properties and updates on sewer extension projects.

• Approval of 2025‑6 through 2030‑31 Capital Improvement Plan (Section 8‑24 review returned)
• Award of RFP #926018 – Edward Smith Library Engineering Services
• Proposed purchase of replacement lawn mower
• Renewal of Augur House Agreement
• Participation in new national opioid settlement with listed pharmaceutical companies

The Town Council approved the minutes from the August 19 and September 16 WPCA meetings. The council also approved the application to connect the property at 20 Fox Hill Drive to the sanitary sewer system. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved August 19, 2025 WPCA & Town Council minutes (all in favor; abstentions: Goad, Palladino)
• Approved September 16, 2025 Special WPCA & Town Council minutes (all in favor; abstentions: Macmillen, Miller)
• Approved application to connect 20 Fox Hill Drive to sanitary sewers (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss and take action on improvements to the Stanley T. Williams Community Center and town parks and fields. The agenda also includes updates from the Blueprint and Permanent Project Building committees and discussion regarding the Potato Festival.

• STW Improvements discussion and action
• Parks and fields discussion and action
• Blueprint Committee updates
• Permanent Project Building Committee updates
• Potato Festival discussion and action

The commission approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes, with two members abstaining. It adopted a summary‑minute format, with one abstention. The board voted to partner with Beyond the Horizon to install communication boards at North Farms and Northford parks, sharing costs equally. The commission also accepted a donated illuminated marketing light sign for use by Parks and Recreation.

• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, 2 abstentions – Chairman Torino & Commissioner DeMatteo)
• Added line item 5(c) to agenda (all in favor)
• Adopted summary‑minute format for meeting minutes (all in favor, 1 abstention – Chairman Torino)
• Approved partnership with Beyond the Horizon for communication boards at North Farms and Northford parks (all in favor)
• Accepted donated illuminated marketing light sign for POCO and Parks & Recreation (all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will consider routine agenda items, including approval of prior meeting minutes and updates on school projects and facilities. Items include approval of the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes and the September 8, 2025 special meeting minutes, updates on North Branford High School (glass, punchlist, retainage reduction), an update on North Branford Intermediate School, a storage shed update, invoice review, and legal matters. The meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Town Council Chambers.

• Approval of Meeting Minutes 08/25/2025
• Approval of Special Meeting Minutes 09/8/2025
• NBHS updates: glass, punchlist, retainage reduction
• NBIS update
• Storage Shed update

The committee approved the corrected minutes from 08/25/2025 and tabled the 09/08/2025 special meeting minutes. It passed a motion to reduce retainage percentages on four contract items. The board approved multiple invoices for the NBHS project and a separate invoice for the NBPD project. The meeting was adjourned at 7:34 p.m.

• Approved 08/25/2025 minutes with corrections (all in favor)
• Tabled 09/08/2025 special meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Reduced retainage on four contract items to 0% (all in favor)
• Approved NBHS invoices totaling $92,? (all in favor)
• Approved NBPD invoice for $1,842.50 (abstain: Vice Chairman Bailey)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:34 p.m. (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a residential property re-subdivision. The body will also review the town's 2025-26 through 2030-31 Capital Improvement Program.

• Public hearing for Appl. #2025-8: re-subdivision of 254 Parsonage Hill Road to create one residential parcel ('Diamond D Estates')
• Review of the Town of North Branford’s 2025-26 – 2030-31 Capital Improvement Program
• Street address reassignment of 804 Forest Road to 60 Spruce Street
• Discussion of Schedule A
• Presentation and discussion of Town Center Form Based Code

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4‑0 to approve the resubdivision of 254 Parsonage Hill Road, creating a single residential parcel at 260 Parsonage Hill Road, subject to multiple conditions. The commission also approved changing the address of 804 Forest Road to 60 Spruce Street by a 4‑0 vote. Additionally, the commission reported favorably on the Town Council’s 2025‑2026 through 2030‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan with a 3‑1 vote.

• Approved resubdivision of 254 Parsonage Hill Rd (260 Parsonage Hill Rd) (4‑0)
• Approved change of address from 804 Forest Rd to 60 Spruce St (4‑0)
• Reported favorably on 2025‑2026 to 2030‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (3‑1, 1 abstain)
• Closed public hearing on Application #2025‑8 (4‑0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Board of Education

The Board of Education Curriculum & Instruction Subcommittee will meet to continue its discussion of teacher burnout. It will also receive updates on book studies and community partnerships, review preliminary student achievement results, and consider other curriculum‑related matters.

• Continued Discussion: Teacher Burnout
• Book Studies/Community Partnership Updates
• Preliminary Student Achievement Results (as available)
• Other curriculum related matters

Board of Education

The North Branford Board of Education will consider its consent agenda, including approval of the previous meeting minutes. The board will discuss several superintendent reports, notably the NBHS Renovation Project, finance report, and authority to hire. Committee reports, such as negotiations that may be in executive session, will also be reviewed.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Discussion of NBHS Renovation Project
• Superintendent’s report on authority to hire
• Finance report discussion
• Committee report on negotiations (potential executive session)

Town Council Meetings

The regular Town Council and WPCA meeting set for September 16, 2025 was cancelled. A special joint meeting of the WPCA and Town Council is now scheduled for September 23, 2025.

Town Council Meetings

The North Branford Town Council will meet via Zoom on September 16, 2025. The council will discuss and take action on the FY2025-2026 Sewer Works Operational Budget.

• Discussion & Action: FY2025-2026 Sewer Works Operational Budget

The council adopted the Water Pollution Control Authority's sewer operating budget for FY 2025‑26 and established a sewer use fee of $500 per unit. The motion was moved by Councilor Pelliccia, seconded by Councilor Zampano, and passed unanimously (7‑0). The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote (7‑0).

• Adopt FY 2025‑26 sewer operating budget and $500 per unit fee (7‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (7‑0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The North Branford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and may take action on an appeal concerning a cease‑and‑desist order issued on July 11, 2025. The appeal (Application #2025-6) involves commercial uses at 630 Forest Road and is filed by the Mary Ferraro Family Trust, represented by Timothy J. Lee, Esq. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting.

• Application #2025-6 – Appeal of ZEO cease‑and‑desist order for commercial uses at 630 Forest Road

The board postponed the hearing on Application #2025-6 for 630 Forest Road to the October 20, 2025 meeting, citing a lack of quorum. The motion to postpone was carried unanimously. The minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting were also tabled to the next meeting for the same reason. The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Postponed Application #2025-6 hearing to Oct 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Tabled minutes of July 21, 2025 to next meeting (lack of quorum)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (unanimous)

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The committee will meet to discuss waste management topics including e-waste in October and plastic wrap. Members will also address committee responsibilities and potential changes to their meeting location.

• Discussion of E-Waste October
• Discussion of Plastic Wrap
• POCO Festival wrap up
• Selection of backups for Committee responsibilities (October-Dec Chair)
• Proposal to move alternate meeting location to the Police conference room

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes, with two members abstaining. Member Pursley volunteered to serve as chair for the October‑December period. The committee also agreed to keep the Appreciation for Years of Service award for Tom on its agenda.

• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (all in favor, abstentions: Bigelow, Pursley)
• Member Pursley volunteered to chair committee meetings Oct‑Dec 2025
• Committee will retain the Years of Service award item on future agendas

Library Board

The North Branford Library Board will meet to approve minutes from the August meeting, discuss unfinished business including liability waivers and social media policies, and review the FY24/25 annual statistical report.

• Approval of August 13, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on liability waivers and hold harmless agreements
• Review of Social Media Policy
• Review of Collection Development and Maintenance Policy
• Review of FY24/25 annual statistical report

The board approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes, with Vice Chair Anderson and Member Macmillen abstaining. The board also approved four library policies—Display, Programming, Collection Development and Maintenance, and Material Review and Reconsideration—presented by the Library Director, with no abstentions. No other actions were taken.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (abstentions: Vice Chair Anderson, Member Macmillen)
• Approved Display, Programming, Collection Development & Maintenance, and Material Review & Reconsideration policies (no abstentions)

Public Safety Communications Committee

The Public Safety Communications Committee will meet to receive an update on Fire Department equipment and review a report previously delivered to the Town Council. The body will also consider a request from Chief Lovelace regarding the installation of slot fencing at the Tilcon Tower Site.

• Update on Fire Department Equipment
• Review of report to Town Council from August meeting
• Request for slot fencing installation at Tilcon Tower Site

Agriculture Commission

The Agriculture Commission will meet to discuss and take action on two items of old business. The meeting includes a review of the Community Connection Day and the Right-To-Farm Ordinance.

• Community Connection Day
• Right-To-Farm Ordinance

The Agriculture Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously voted to present the Right-to-Farm Ordinance to the Town Council at the next council meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved motion to present Right-to-Farm Ordinance to Town Council (all in favor)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (all in favor)

Finance Sub-committee of the Town Council

The Town Council Finance Sub-committee will meet to discuss several administrative and financial items. The agenda includes a review of the preliminary 2025-2026 Sewer Works Operating Fund Budget and a financial report dated August 31, 2025.

• Preliminary 2025-2026 Sewer Works Operating Fund Budget
• Police Extra Duty Administrative Charge Reimbursements
• Criteria for Retirement Sick Time Payout
• Appropriation transfers 2024-2025
• Update on Solar Farm

The sub‑committee approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0‑1 vote. It reached consensus to advance police extra‑duty reimbursements, vacation and sick‑leave payout changes for administrators, criteria for sick‑time payout, a new Account Clerk‑1 Tax position, and the preliminary sewer‑works operating budget (maintaining the $500 fee) to the full Town Council at the September 23, 2025 special meeting. The longevity‑pay increase request was not advanced. No other items received a formal vote.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (3-0-1)
• Advanced police extra‑duty reimbursement item to full Council
• Advanced vacation payout change for administrators to full Council
• Advanced sick‑leave payout change (300 days) to full Council
• Did not advance longevity‑pay increase request
• Advanced criteria for sick‑time payout to full Council
• Advanced new Account Clerk‑1 Tax position to full Council
• Advanced preliminary sewer‑works operating budget, keeping $500 fee, to full Council

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold its regular meeting on September 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Assessor’s Office at Town Hall. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting, hearing scheduled appeals to the Motor Vehicles concerning the October 1, 2024 Grand List, and handling correspondence before adjourning.

• Review minutes from September 8, 2025 meeting
• Hear appeals to Motor Vehicles on Oct 1 2024 Grand List
• Consider correspondence
• Adjourn meeting

The North Branford Board of Assessment Appeals met on September 9, 2025. It heard an appeal from Albert Zichichi concerning an overvalued motor‑vehicle assessment. The board acted to reduce the assessed value to $28,000 based on the vehicle’s MSRP and depreciation schedule. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

• Reduced Albert Zichichi's motor vehicle assessed value to $28,000

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will meet to review RFP interviews and discuss the award strategy for an HVAC Engineer for the Edward Smith Library. The meeting includes a potential executive session for these discussions.

• RFP review and award strategy for Edward Smith Library HVAC Engineer

The Permanent Project Building Committee voted to award AI Engineers up to $40,000 for the Edward Smith Library HVAC replacement. It also approved increases to Paul Griese’s purchase order by $5,000 and QA+M’s purchase order by $11,769.56, and authorized payment of multiple project invoices. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

• Awarded AI Engineers up to $40,000 for Edward Smith Library HVAC (all in favor)
• Increased Paul Griese’s purchase order by $5,000 (all in favor)
• Increased QA+M’s purchase order by $11,769.56 (all in favor)
• Approved invoices for NBHS project totaling $476,000.00 (all in favor)
• Approved special meeting minutes of 08/13/25 (all in favor)
• Authorized Purchasing Agent Fumiatti to obtain commissioning‑agent information (all in favor)
• Approved invoices for NBPD project totaling $13,000.00 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting. A motion by Scott was seconded by Barbara and passed with all members in favor; Pete abstained. The commission also discussed form‑based zoning, affordable‑housing options, and the strategic plan, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, Pete abstained)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners unanimously approved installing an autism safety sign on Glen Road and no‑parking signs on Beech Street. They also sent a request for a left‑turn signal on Route 80/Twin Lakes Road to the State DOT. Additional unanimous actions included moving to executive session, allowing the Chief to perform consulting work with no town impact, and designating Matt Lannucci as a supernumerary officer after POSTC certification.

• Approved autism safety sign for Glen Road (unanimous)
• Approved no‑parking signs on Beech Street (unanimous)
• Sent traffic light upgrade request for Route 80/Twin Lakes Road to State DOT (unanimous)
• Moved to executive session (unanimous)
• Allowed Chief to perform consulting work with zero town impact (unanimous)
• Designated Matt Lannucci as supernumerary officer after POSTC certification (unanimous)
• Added item 9e under traffic to discuss rumple strips (unanimous)
• Tabled traffic signal request for Mill Road pending engineer response (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. With no appeals to consider, the board then voted to adjourn the September 8, 2025 meeting, which passed unanimously.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned September 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission moved to continue consideration of the Town’s 2025‑26 Capital Improvement Program to the next meeting; the motion was seconded and approved. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also seconded and passed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Continued review of the 2025‑26 Capital Improvement Program to next meeting (approved)
• Adjourned the meeting (approved)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners will conduct the swearing-in of Fire Chief Lennon. The body will also discuss and potentially take action on billing, fees, and departmental positions.

• Swearing in ceremony for Fire Chief Lennon
• Discussion/Action on Fire Rescue Billing and Fire Marshal Fees
• Discussion/Action on RFP for Ambulance Billing
• Discussion/Action on Social Media Policy and Department Chaplain
• Discussion/Action on Town call boxes and three Deputy Chiefs’ positions

The Board approved the minutes from the August 7 and August 18 meetings. It also approved the Company #1 fundraiser scheduled for October 4‑5. Several items—including fire rescue billing, fire marshal fees, the social media policy, and the town call boxes proposal—were tabled for later consideration. The meeting was adjourned with all members in favor.

• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (4 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Company #1 fundraiser for Oct 4‑5 (all in favor)
• Tabled fire rescue billing discussion
• Tabled fire marshal fees discussion
• Tabled social media policy
• Tabled town call boxes proposal
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Veterans Service Commission

The Veterans Service Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss plans for a POW/MIA ceremony on September 19th and a Stand Down event on the same day.

• Approval of August 5, 2025 minutes
• POW/MIA ceremony at North Branford Congregational Church green
• Connecticut Veterans Affairs Stand Down event
• November 4th meeting scheduled for Election Day

The commission approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting. It agreed to revise the Veterans Hall of Honor nomination form and create an online fillable version, with a dedicated email address for applications. The POW/MIA ceremony was scheduled for September 19, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at the North Branford Congregational Church. The regular November 4, 2025 meeting was rescheduled to Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at the Smith Library.

• Approved minutes from August 5, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved revisions to Veterans Hall of Honor nomination form and to develop online fillable version
• Scheduled POW/MIA ceremony for September 19, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at North Branford Congregational Church
• Moved November 4, 2025 meeting to November 5, 2025 at Smith Library

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The agency voted to table the June 18 and July 23, 2025 meeting minutes until the September meeting. A motion to continue the public hearing on Application #2025-2 until the September 24 meeting was passed. The commission agreed to hold a site walk on September 6, 2025 at 10 AM. The agency also approved the authorized agent for tree cutting at 175 Twin Lakes Road after the applicant paid the required fee.

• Table June 18, 2025 minutes until September meeting (unanimous)
• Table July 23, 2025 minutes until September meeting (unanimous)
• Continue public hearing for Application #2025-2 until September 24 meeting (unanimous)
• Schedule site walk for September 6, 2025 at 10 AM (agreed)
• Approve authorized agent for tree cutting at 175 Twin Lakes Road (fee paid)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:48 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes and moved the Potato Festival item to the agenda. It also accepted a donation of new soccer goals for Northford Park from the North Branford Soccer Club. No action was taken on the resident’s request for a cardboard recycling dumpster.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Moved line item 9 “Potato Festival discussion and action” to line item 3 (all in favor)
• Accepted donation of new soccer goals for Northford Park (all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved several motions, including moving agenda item 9 STWCC up to 4.5, approving the meeting minutes with corrections, and tabling the special meeting minutes from 08/13/2025. It approved a retainage reduction from 2.5% to 0% for miscellaneous metals and site work, and authorized flood testing on the NBHS living roof up to $28,200. The committee also approved multiple invoices for NBHS, NBIS, and NBPD projects and authorized an executive session to discuss the HVAC engineer RFP for the Edward Smith Library.

• Agenda item 9 STWCC moved up to 4.5 – approved
• Meeting minutes of 08/04/2025 approved with corrections – approved (Siena abstained)
• Special meeting minutes of 08/13/2025 – tabled
• Retainage reduction to 0% for miscellaneous metals and site work – approved
• Flood testing on NBHS living roof up to $28,200 – approved
• Executive session authorized (2‑3 vote) to discuss HVAC engineer RFP for Edward Smith Library – approved
• Invoices for NBHS project approved – approved
• Invoices for NBIS and NBPD projects approved – approved

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special use permit allowing Matthew Izzo to build a 1,200‑square‑foot detached garage at 10 Caputo Road. The commission also adopted an 8‑24 referral to extend a town‑owned sewer main from 286 Branford Road to 1599 Foxon Road. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2025-6 for oversized garage at 10 Caputo Road (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on file #2025-6 (4-0)
• Adopted 8-24 referral to extend sewer main from 286 Branford Rd to 1599 Foxon Rd (4-0)
• Approved incorporation of 6B referral for sewer extension (4-0)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners voted unanimously to appoint Richard Lennon as the new fire chief, effective September 1, 2025. The board also voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 5:04 p.m.

• Appointed Richard Lennon as fire chief (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee will meet to conduct RFP interviews. The body will discuss the strategy for awarding an HVAC Engineer contract for the Edward Smith Library.

• RFP interviews for Edward Smith Library HVAC Engineer

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved a motion to convene in executive session for RFP interviews and discussion of strategy regarding the award of the HVAC engineer for Edward Smith. The motion was passed with all members in favor. The committee also approved a motion to adjourn the meeting at 4:50 p.m., also unanimously.

• Convene executive session for HVAC engineer RFP interviews and strategy discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 4:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Pension Committee

The committee unanimously accepted the May 14, 2025 minutes. Thomas Murdock's pension was confirmed at $213.84 per month effective July 1, 2025. Discussion on the Pension Advisor RFP was tabled. The meeting was adjourned at 5:44 p.m. with a unanimous motion.

• Accepted May 14 minutes (unanimously carried)
• Tabled discussion on Pension Advisor RFP
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously carried)

Library Board

The Library Board voted to approve the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor and no abstentions. No other actions were formally decided. The board discussed new library policies required by state law but did not adopt them. No updates were reported on liability waivers or the social media policy.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Agriculture Commission

The Agriculture Commission will meet to discuss and take action on plans, goals, and the Right-To-Farm Ordinance. No new business is listed for this meeting.

• Discussion and action on Right-To-Farm Ordinance
• Discussion and action on plans and goals

The Agriculture Commission voted to table approval of the meeting minutes because the minutes had not been presented, passing the motion unanimously. The commission then voted to adjourn the meeting, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Tabled approval of minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Sub-committee of the Town Council

The Town Council Finance Sub-committee will meet to discuss several contingency requests and financial reports. The body will review accounting for the STW Pavilion Project and police administration charges.

• Contingency request for administrator merit raises (FY 25-26)
• Contingency request for toters
• Accounting of STW Pavilion Project
• Accounting for Police Admin Charges (FY 24 & 25)
• Financial Report as of May 31, 2024

The committee approved the May 13, 2025 minutes unanimously. It voted 3‑0 to amend the agenda, adding items on the 2025‑26 Capital Improvement Plan and banking services. The sub‑committee also agreed to forward the merit‑raise contingency request and the toter replacement request to the full Town Council for consideration at the August 19 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Agreed to forward merit‑raise contingency request to full Town Council (consensus)
• Agreed to forward toter replacement contingency request to full Town Council (consensus)
• Amended agenda to add 25‑26 CIP and banking items (3‑0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board approved a car wash fundraiser at Company 4 on September 13 and a fried‑dough pizza event at Company 3 on August 8. It authorized giving obsolete equipment to Heather Gebhart’s technical school, amended the agenda to discuss appropriation transfers and to hold an executive session on pending litigation, and appointed a personnel committee to study the Fire Chief position. The Board set the 2015 ambulance sale price at $25,000 and accepted the proposed appropriation transfers, including $9,500 to the Public Works budget. Unfinished business items on fire‑rescue billing, fire‑marshal fees, department chaplain and social‑media policy were tabled.

• Approved Company 4 car wash fundraiser on Sep 13 (all in favor)
• Approved Company 3 fried‑dough pizza event on Aug 8 (all in favor)
• Approved giving obsolete items to Heather Gebhart for technical school (all in favor)
• Amended agenda to discuss appropriation transfers (all in favor)
• Amended agenda to include executive session on pending litigation (all in favor)
• Appointed personnel committee to review Fire Chief position (all in favor)
• Approved listing of 2015 ambulance for sale at $25,000 “as is” (all in favor)
• Accepted appropriation transfers, including $9,500 to Public Works (all in favor)

Veterans Service Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. Members voted to nominate and elect Hamlet Hernandez as Vice‑Chair, with Dan Camp returning to regular membership. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Elected Hamlet Hernandez as Vice‑Chair (all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee moved to table the minutes from 7/28/2025, and the motion was passed with all members in favor. The committee also moved to approve the 7/28/2025 minutes with the noted corrections, and that motion also passed unanimously.

• Table minutes from 7/28/2025 (motion passed, all in favor)
• Approve minutes from 7/28/2025 with corrections (motion passed, all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the corrected minutes from July 14, 2025. It approved a series of invoices for the North Branford High School project, including a $1,717.50 CENTEK invoice. The committee also approved a retainage reduction after QA+M review and authorized $5,660 for parking‑lot line striping.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, Member Fonda abstained)
• Approved NBHS project invoices totaling $230,302.65 (all in favor)
• Approved CENTEK invoice $1,717.50 (all in favor, Vice Chairman Bailey abstained)
• Approved retainage reduction after QA+M review (all in favor)
• Approved $5,660 line striping contract with We Do Lines (all in favor)

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The agency approved the meeting minutes from May 28, 2025 with all members in favor. The minutes from June 18, 2025 were postponed (tabled) until the next meeting. No decision was made on the subdivision application discussed.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (postponed to next meeting)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved Application #2025-7, granting a variance to reduce the front property line setback at 7 Williams Road from the required 50 feet to 25 feet for a porch expansion. The motion was carried unanimously by the four members present. The board also approved the minutes of the June 2, 2025 meeting and adjourned the session, both unanimously.

• Approved variance for 7 Williams Road front setback (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The council approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 WPCA & Town Council meeting. The motion was moved by Councilor Diamond, seconded by Councilor Abelson, and passed with all members in favor; Councilor Pelliccia abstained. No other substantive decisions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved June 17, 2025 WPCA & Town Council minutes (all in favor, Pelliccia abstained)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The committee voted to approve the meeting minutes from June 30, 2025, incorporating the noted changes. Member Palumbo moved the approval, Member Canosa seconded, and the motion passed. Member Rose abstained from the vote.

• Approved 6/30/2025 meeting minutes (motion passed, Rose abstained)

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee approved the minutes of the June 12, 2025 meeting with corrections, with one member abstaining. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 7:51 p.m. No other motions were adopted.

• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 (motion passed, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:51 p.m. (motion passed, all in favor)

Veterans Service Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the June 2025 meeting, with all members in favor and one abstention. It decided to postpone the $1,100 POCO Festival tent purchase until the next fiscal year. A motion to fund veteran parking and wristband assistance up to $400 was passed unanimously. The chair will meet with town officials to determine placement of Purple Heart signs.

• Approved June 2025 minutes (all in favor, one abstention)
• Postponed POCO Festival tent purchase until next fiscal year
• Approved funding up to $400 for veteran parking and wristbands (unanimous)
• Chair to meet with Town Manager Downes and Chief Lovelace on Purple Heart sign placement

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the corrected minutes from June 9 and the special meeting minutes from June 25. It voted to reduce retainage to 0% for four bid packages, approved change requests for mow strips totaling $11,023.79, and approved multiple invoices for the NBHS, NBIS, and NBPD projects. All motions passed with unanimous support except where noted abstentions.

• Approved June 9 minutes with correction (all in favor; Canosa abstained)
• Approved June 25 special meeting minutes (all in favor; Canosa and Fonda abstained)
• Approved retainage reduction to 0% for four contracts (all in favor)
• Approved change requests 12A & 12B for mow strips ($11,023.79) (all in favor)
• Approved NBHS project invoices totaling $77,544.81 (all in favor)
• Approved NBIS project invoice ($6,000.00) (all in favor)
• Approved NBPD project invoices totaling $7,530.95 (all in favor; Bailey abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It approved Planning and Zoning Application #2025‑4 to operate a cat foster facility and spay/neuter clinic at 1874 Middletown Avenue, with standard and special conditions, by a 4‑0 vote. The commission voted 4‑0 to report favorably on the Regional Water Authority’s utility easement request through town property at 99 Doral Farm Road. The meeting was adjourned at 7:21 p.m.

• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Planning & Zoning Application #2025-4 for cat foster/spay‑neuter facility at 1874 Middletown Ave (4-0)
• Reported favorably on Regional Water Authority utility easement at 99 Doral Farm Rd (4-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (4-0)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee met on June 25, 2025 and, after reviewing HVAC updates, adjourned at 3:45 p.m. The motion to adjourn was made by Member Rose, seconded by Member Palumbo, and passed with all members in favor. No other motions or votes were recorded.

• Adjourned meeting at 3:45 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission approved several motions, including authorizing line‑item budget transfers and increasing the annual fitness‑room membership fee from $150 to $180, which is expected to generate an additional $10,000. They also added the Stanley T. Williams pavilion to the online reservation schedule and accepted a new gardening shed for North Farms Park. Minutes from prior meetings were approved with abstentions noted, and the scoreboard project at Mill Road Field remains pending.

• Approved December 10, 2024 minutes (2 abstentions, passed)
• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (1 abstention, passed)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous, passed)
• Authorized line‑item transfers per Recreation Director (unanimous, passed)
• Increased gym membership fee to $180 effective July 1 2025 (unanimous, passed)
• Added STW pavilion to reservation list and accepted North Farms Park shed (unanimous, passed)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board voted to appoint Commissioner Ed Prunier as Chairman, with three votes in favor and one against. A motion to adjourn the meeting was then passed unanimously.

• Elected Ed Prunier as Chairman (3‑1 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The CIWWA reviewed Application #2025-2 for a six‑lot subdivision on West Pond Road/Glenwood Road. Members requested additional documentation, a soil scientist report, a biological evaluation, and detailed site plans before any approval could be considered. No vote or formal decision was recorded.

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council unanimously approved the Water Pollution Control Authority's request to lower its average daily discharge to 70,000 gallons and peak discharge to 130,000 gallons, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029. The council also approved the minutes from the May 20 and May 27, 2025 meetings. The discussion on sewer flows from the Lake Gaillard Water Treatment Plan was tabled.

• Approved reduced discharge limits of 70,000 gpd avg and 130,000 gpd peak (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2025 WPCA & Town Council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 27, 2025 Special Meeting Town Council minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on sewer flows from Lake Gaillard Water Treatment Plan

Veterans Service Commission

The commission approved the April 1, 2025 minutes. Vice Chair Camp agreed to lead a Purple Heart Day plan to be presented at the July meeting. Members assigned tasks to improve the Memorial Day Parade seating, compile Hall of Honor documents, and enhance tent signage. Additional ideas for event sponsorship will be prepared for the next meeting.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (motion passed, two abstentions)
• Vice Chair Camp to develop Purple Heart Day plan for July meeting
• Larkins to bring Memorial Day Parade seating issue to parade committee
• Commission to revisit high school sports team participation in parade in coming months
• Hall of Honor subcommittee to email compiled documents; Hernandez to handle
• Hernandez to request full‑wall rendering from vendor
• Commission to improve signage outside the tent for better visibility
• Chair Poston to compile list of event sponsorship ideas for July meeting

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting, with two members abstaining. The committee then moved to adjourn, and the motion passed at 7:15 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2025 (motion passed, 2 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (motion passed)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. Vice Chair Anderson moved to approve, Member Budney seconded, Chair Frandsen abstained, and the motion passed with all members in favor. The meeting also included staff updates, program announcements, and a $1 million STEAP grant award, but no votes were recorded on those items.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (all in favor, Chair abstained)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the minutes from June 2, 2025 with one abstention. It authorized the Town Manager to sign a Pro Paint warranty contract, took a $600,000 CM contingency return, and approved retainage reductions for four contractors. The committee also approved a $85,000–$100,000 storage shed, a $418,280.25 high‑school paving contract, a $43,000 front‑entrance granite curbing, and a $4,995 wood guardrail, with one abstention on the guardrail vote.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (all in favor; Siena abstained)
• Authorized Town Manager to sign Pro Paint warranty contract (all in favor)
• Took $600,000 return of CM contingency (all in favor)
• Approved retainage reductions for four contractors (all in favor)
• Approved 30' × 80' storage shed $85,000‑$100,000 (all in favor)
• Approved high school paving contract $418,280.25 with Tilcon (all in favor)
• Authorized front entrance granite curbing up to $43,000 (all in favor)
• Approved wood guardrail $4,995 (all in favor; Vice Chairman Bailey abstained)

Board of Police Commissioners

The North Branford Police Commissioners approved several actions, all passing unanimously. They authorized a dead‑end sign on Sea Hill Road near Wilford Road, widened DOT pavement markings, and the community “Closer to Free” bicycle ride on September 6, 2025. The board also moved forward with a new outer‑carrier vest pending chief approval and granted 10 compensation days each to the chief and deputy chief. Additionally, a conditional officer offer was extended to applicant Jen Brown.

• Approved dead end sign on Sea Hill Road near Wilford Road (unanimously)
• Approved widening DOT pavement markers from 4" to 6" (unanimously)
• Approved the “Closer to Free” bicycle ride on 9/6/2025 (unanimously)
• Approved moving forward with new outer‑carrier vest, pending chief final product approval (unanimously)
• Extended conditional police officer offer to Jen Brown (unanimously)
• Granted 10 compensation days to Chief James Lovelace (unanimously)
• Granted 10 compensation days to Deputy Chief Michael Pendleton (unanimously)
• Amended agenda to add dead‑end sign item (unanimously)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board approved Griffin Health Services as the provider for all new member physicals. It also approved the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes and amended the agenda to discuss the fire chief position and the physical‑provider consolidation. Items on fire rescue billing and fire marshal fees were tabled for later consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 7:26 p.m.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (4 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Approved agenda amendment to discuss Chief’s position (all in favor)
• Approved agenda amendment to include consolidation of physical providers (all in favor)
• Approved Griffin Health Services as provider for all new member physicals (all in favor)
• Tabled discussion/action on fire rescue billing
• Tabled discussion/action on fire marshal fees
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. It then approved Application #2025-4, granting a variance to reduce the front setback to 20 ft for a garage and 30 ft for a house at 175 Twin Lakes Road. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2025 (unanimously)
• Approved variance for 175 Twin Lakes Road: front setback reduced to 20 ft (garage) and 30 ft (house) (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved a change request granting an $8,647.48 credit for the roof replacement facade. It also approved a $4,347.00 contract for a bronze plaque at the police department and tabled the estimate for the NBPD wall until the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved change request #14 for roof replacement credit of $8,647.48 (motion passed)
• Approved Fast Signs estimate for a 24" x 24" bronze plaque, $4,347.00 (motion passed, Vice Chairman Bailey abstained)
• Tabled the estimate for the NBPD block wall until June 9, 2025 (motion passed)
• Approved meeting minutes of 05/12/2025 with corrections (motion passed, Vice Chairman Bailey and Member Fonda abstained)

Economic Development Commission

The North Branford Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from the May 5 2025 regular meeting. Dan made the motion, Scott seconded, and the motion passed with all members in favor; Melissa and Barbara abstained. No other actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved May 5 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, Melissa and Barbara abstained)

Public Safety Communications Committee

The Public Safety Communications Committee met on May 29, 2025 to review ongoing problems with repeaters, pagers, and system coverage. Members heard updates from Norcom, Motorola, and town officials about testing, programming fixes, and the need for further evaluation. The group noted that the Fire and Police Commissions will review system performance on July 1, 2025. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The agency approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting, with one member abstaining. A motion was passed to hold a site walk on June 14, 2025, followed by a public hearing on June 18, 2025, and the next regular meeting on June 25, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Approved March 26 minutes (all in favor; Member Fischbach abstained)
• Scheduled site walk June 14, 2025 and public hearing June 18, 2025 (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:02 p.m. (all in favor)

Town Council Meetings

The council met at 6:34 p.m. and conducted a roll call. The agenda consisted of citizen statements on the proposed budget and other issues. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes.

Town Council Meetings

The council approved the minutes from the April 22 special meeting and moved to table the discussion on sewer flows from the Lake Gaillard treatment plant until June. It amended the agenda to shift a veterans‑monument item and unanimously authorized the Dziekan family to add a small plaque to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 22 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled sewer flows discussion until June meeting (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to move item 13b to 7c (unanimous)
• Authorized addition of Dziekan family plaque to Vietnam Veterans Memorial (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting. No public hearing or old business was taken up. Members discussed a sidewalk waiver for Stefania’s Way and 122 Parsonage Hill Road but indicated the sidewalks will remain as previously approved. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

• Approved May 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Finance Sub-committee of the Town Council

The sub‑committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11 and April 8, 2025 meetings. They agreed that the Finance Director and Town Manager will conduct informal meetings on a possible utility audit and provide a comparative summary for the Council. The April 30, 2025 financial report was accepted and will be sent to the full Council. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Finance Director and Town Manager to hold informal utility‑audit meetings and deliver a comparative for Council
• Financial report for 04‑30‑25 to be forwarded to the Council (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes after correcting a typo. They also passed a motion to have the Emme system’s clock start on the date of HVAC balancing rather than the completion date. Both actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes with correction (all in favor)
• Approved motion to start Emme clock at balancing date (all in favor)

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee approved the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with all members in favor and two abstentions (Petroskey and Sharp). No other formal actions were decided; the agenda items were discussed or noted. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (all in favor, 2 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (all in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board unanimously approved a setback variance for 12 Forest View Road. It denied a variance to add four apartments at 1952 Middletown Avenue by a 5‑0 vote. It also unanimously approved a variance to add a second floor and extensions at 84 Valley Road.

• Approved variance for 12 Forest View Road (front setback reduced to 44 ft) – unanimous
• Denied variance for 1952 Middletown Avenue (four apartments in R‑40 zone) – 5‑0
• Approved variance for 84 Valley Road (second‑floor addition and front/rear extensions) – unanimous

Permanent Project Building Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting after a correction to page 4. It also approved a $69,999 invoice from Creative Recreation for the STWCC Pavilion erection. The meeting was adjourned at 6:58 p.m.

• Approved 4/28/2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, Member Canosa abstained)
• Approved payment of $69,999 to Creative Recreation for STWCC Pavilion (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 p.m. (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes of the April 7, 2025 regular meeting and the April 14, 2025 special meeting. No other actions were formally adopted. New business included an initial discussion with the Agriculture Commission and a review of the CivicLift web platform. Old business items were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved April 7, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Approved April 14, 2025 special meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the January 16 and April 17, 2025 meetings. Both approvals passed with all members in favor, though two members abstained on each motion. The commission spent the remainder of the meeting discussing a proposed sidewalk project on Stefania’s Way and Parsonage Hill Road, but no vote or formal decision was recorded.

• Approved January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, abstentions: Caruso, Heon)
• Approved April 17, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, abstentions: Heon, Siena)
• Waiver request for sidewalks was not approved (did not achieve required ¾ vote)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board of Fire Commissioners approved the minutes from the April 17, 2025 regular meeting, with three commissioners voting in favor and Commissioner DellaCamera abstaining. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken; items such as fire‑rescue billing, fire‑marshal fees, and the social‑media policy were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (3 in favor, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The committee amended the agenda to add Public Works items and recommended awarding the contract to Munger Construction for up to $1,483,250. It also approved the NBHS elevated field and irrigation project for $6,885 and the NBIS granite curbing and sidewalks project not to exceed $250,000. The Newfield invoice for $100,000 was approved, and a credit of $2,803 was accepted. The Creative Recreation invoice was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved award of contract to Munger Construction up to $1,483,250 (all in favor)
• Approved NBHS elevated field and irrigation project $6,885 (all in favor)
• Approved NBIS sidewalks and granite curbing not to exceed $250,000 (all in favor)
• Approved payment of Newfield invoice #23 for $100,000 (all in favor, Vice Chairman Bailey abstained)
• Accepted ATP‑0266 credit of -$2,803 (all in favor)
• Tabled Creative Recreation invoice until 5/5/2025 (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of 4/14/2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Approved special meeting minutes of 4/21/2025 (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission adopted a motion allowing non‑profit or town‑based groups to use the pickleball courts for fundraisers or tournaments, limited to four events per year, starting May 1 2025. Proposals for 2026 must be submitted to the Parks and Recreation Director by March 1 and must meet town requirements. The motion passed unanimously, and no action was taken on the parks and fields storage discussion.

• Approved nonprofit pickleball court use for up to 4 fundraisers/tournaments per year, effective May 1 2025 (unanimous)
• No action taken on parks and fields storage discussion

Public Safety Communications Committee

The Public Safety Communications Committee reviewed ongoing radio communication problems affecting the fire department and public works. It decided to request that the Town Manager arrange a mandatory special meeting on May 15 at 10 a.m. with Paul Zito, CTS, Motorola, and Norcom to address the issues. Dave Palumbo offered to speak with the Town Manager about setting up the meeting.

• Requested Town Manager to set up mandatory special meeting on May 15 at 10 a.m. with Paul Zito, CTS, Motorola, and Norcom (no vote recorded)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council approved the minutes from six prior meetings, with a few councilors abstaining on two of them. The council also adopted proclamations designating April 22, 2025 as Earth Day and May 10, 2025 as International Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 11, 2025 Budget Workshop minutes (unanimous, Councilor Palladino abstained)
• Approved March 18, 2025 WPCA & Town Council meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 25, 2025 Budget Workshop minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2025 Budget Hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 8, 2025 Budget Workshop minutes (unanimous, Councilors Diamond, Pelliccia, Palladino abstained)
• Approved April 10, 2025 Budget Workshop minutes (unanimous, Councilor Palladino abstained)
• Proclaimed April 22, 2025 as Earth Day in North Branford
• Proclaimed May 10, 2025 as International Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day in North Branford

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals moved to set a special meeting on May 5 2025 at 7:00 p.m. due to insufficient members present, and to reconvene the April 21 meeting at that special session. Both motions passed unanimously, and the board adjourned the April 21 meeting.

• Scheduled special meeting for May 5 2025 at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)
• Re‑opened April 21 meeting at the May 5 special meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned the April 21 meeting (unanimous)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee voted to accept the TRANE integration proposal for $5,985 to work with Emme Controls. The motion was moved by Member Palumbo, seconded by Member Rose, and passed with all members in favor and Vice Chairman Bailey abstaining. No other formal actions were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved TRANE integration proposal ($5,985) – motion passed (all in favor, 1 abstain)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting by a 3‑2 vote with two members abstaining. A site‑plan application for a new 8,000‑sq‑ft fence‑company building at 32 Ciro Road was received and will be considered at the May 1, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned by motion of a member.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (3‑2 vote; 2 abstentions)
• Accepted site‑plan request for 32 Ciro Road; scheduled for review May 1, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Fire Commissioners

The Board voted to buy emergency 911 call boxes for Companies #1, #2, and #3 at a cost of about $400 each. It also approved directing the interim chief to tell Eastford Fire & Rescue that the previously reserved F450 cab and chassis is no longer needed. Discussion on fire rescue billing was tabled, and the Board agreed to bill only insurance companies for fire‑rescue fees. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

• Approved purchase of emergency call boxes for Companies #1, #2, #3 (all in favor)
• Approved directive to contact Eastford Fire & Rescue to cancel the F450 cab and chassis reservation (all in favor)
• Tabled discussion on fire rescue billing (no action taken)
• Discussed fire marshal fee structure; no decision recorded
• Decided to work with Commissioners Civitello and Salamack on appointing a department chaplain (ongoing)
• Agreed to bill only insurance companies for fire‑rescue fees, not residents (public comment outcome)
• Approved minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:37 p.m. (all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The committee amended the agenda to move several items, which passed with all members in favor. A motion to contact H.F. Lenz to conduct a feasibility study for the South Town Water & Community Center was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Amended agenda to move items (all in favor)
• Approved feasibility study by H.F. Lenz for STWCC (all in favor)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission met on April 14, 2025. Members discussed the Ceccarelli Harrison Hill Farm Spring event, including monthly movie nights and a Strawberry Festival scheduled for June 7. They also reviewed updates on the Destination North Branford initiative. The commission scheduled a special meeting for April 23 at 6:30 p.m. to finalize Strawberry Festival details.

• Scheduled special meeting for Strawberry Festival details (April 23, 6:30 p.m.)

Board of Police Commissioners

The board approved the minutes from the March 10 meeting with a correction allowing the Chief of Police to authorize vacation carry‑over. The board also approved a request to ask the Town Council to allocate the proceeds from selling two surplus vehicles, estimated at $3,000‑$5,000, to the police department’s new vehicle fund. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 10 minutes with correction granting Chief vacation‑carry‑over authority (unanimous)
• Approved request to ask Town Council to place $3,000‑$5,000 vehicle sale proceeds into new vehicle fund (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council reviewed several budget adjustments, including clerk pay, FICA, pins and plaques, and printing costs. No motions were voted on during this session. The council decided to address all proposed motions at the April 22, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Postponed all proposed budget workshop motions to April 22, 2025 meeting (no vote recorded)

Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The Solid/Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee approved the minutes from March 13, 2025, as amended. The motion passed with all members in favor and two abstentions (Jabukowski and DeSilver). The meeting was then adjourned at 7:41 p.m. after a motion that also passed unanimously.

• Approved amended March 13, 2025 minutes (motion passed; abstentions: Jabukowski, DeSilver)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 p.m. (motion passed)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. Member Budney moved to approve, Member Macmillen seconded, and the motion passed with all members in favor. No other actions were taken; unfinished and new business items were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Agriculture Commission

The Agriculture Commission accepted the minutes from the previous meeting and approved its schedule of meetings, each with unanimous votes. Member Defrancesco will formally invite the Town Planner to future commission meetings. The commission then adjourned the session unanimously.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved schedule of meetings (unanimous)
• Defrancesco to invite Town Planner to future meetings (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The council voted 6‑0 to raise the income limits for the local Homeowners Program to $60,000 for single applicants and $70,000 for married couples, with annual adjustments tied to the state program. The motion was moved by Deputy Mayor Macmillen and seconded by Councilor Abelson. No other substantive actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of budget presentations and informational updates.

• Increased Homeowners Program limits to $60,000 (single) and $70,000 (married) – vote 6‑0

Finance Sub-committee of the Town Council

The sub‑committee did not approve any administrator benefit changes but agreed to send the longevity, vacation and sick‑leave proposals to the full Town Council for consideration. It also agreed that a revised administrator salary‑range proposal that includes CPI will be presented to the Finance Committee in May. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Advance administrator longevity benefit increase request to full Town Council (agreed)
• Advance administrator vacation policy change request to full Town Council (agreed)
• Advance administrator sick‑leave accrual proposal (300 days) to full Town Council (agreed)
• Provide revised administrator salary‑range proposal including CPI to Finance Committee in May (agreed)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous vote – all in favor)

Permanent Project Building Committee

The Permanent Project Building Committee approved the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting after correcting several typographical errors. Member Palumbo moved to approve, Member Rose seconded, and the motion passed with all members in favor. The committee also discussed finance and project issues, and requested clarification on a $20,000 HVAC integration estimate, but no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes from 3/24/2025 with corrections (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 3, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was made by Barbara, seconded by Melissa, and passed with all members in favor. No other formal actions were taken; the commission discussed future agricultural events and a planning meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the lighting design plan for Stefania’s Way, authorizing four colonial‑style streetlights on Parsonage Hill Road. The meeting also approved the minutes from the January 2 and March 20, 2025 sessions and amended the agenda to include the lighting plan item. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

• Approved lighting design plan for Stefania’s Way (5‑0)
• Approved January 2 2025 minutes (3‑2)
• Approved March 20 2025 minutes (4‑1)
• Amended agenda to add Lighting Plan item (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Town Council Meetings

The Town Council held a public hearing on the FY 2025‑2026 budget, presenting the proposed budget, debt service, and revaluation impacts. The meeting included a proclamation for World Autism Month and discussion of fixed cost increases and tax implications. The Council noted that budget finalization is expected at the April 22 workshop and a townwide referendum is scheduled for May 13, 2025. No formal approvals, rejections, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Veterans Service Commission

The Veterans Service Commission approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting. The proposal to schedule a future Purple Heart Day was tabled until 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, 2 abstentions)
• Tabled Purple Heart Day planning (postponed to 2025)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting. It withdrew the resurfacing of courts from the 2025‑26 fiscal budget. The commission also gave permission to acquire useful equipment from the facility at 67 Totoket Road.

• Approved Jan 28 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Withdrew resurfacing of courts from FY 2025‑26 budget
• Authorized acquisition of equipment from 67 Totoket Road facility

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency (CIWWA)

The agency unanimously approved Cedar Lake Association's application to hydro‑rake and treat about 2,000 sq ft of lake area with Tilcon removing vegetation. It also approved the 32 Ciro Road site‑plan application, determining the activity is not significant. Earlier agenda items, including minutes from February 26 and the March 8 site walk, were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Cedar Lake Association application #2 to hydro‑rake ~2,000 sq ft and remove vegetation (unanimous)
• Approved IWWA application #2025-1 for 32 Ciro Rd site plan, deemed not a significant activity (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the February 26, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 8, 2025 site walk (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment to add Cedar Lake Association hydro‑raking item (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m. (unanimous)

Town Council Meetings

The March 25, 2025 meeting was a budget workshop where the superintendent and officials presented information on school choice enrollment, AP courses, budget cuts, insurance payments, transportation costs, solar credits, phone bill increases, and several capital projects. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.

Permanent Project Building Committee

The committee approved the minutes from 3/10/2025 after correcting two items. A motion to proceed with Emme's HVAC system, including RAWAL valves and air‑balancing, was passed for $80,750 pending SPA's letter. The board also added $2,500 to the Clerk of the Works budget and amended the agenda to discuss the NBIS budget and to add a parking‑lot paving item.

• Approved 3/10/2025 meeting minutes (corrections made) – passed
• Approved move forward with Emme HVAC system, $80,750 pending SPA letter – passed (abstain: Vice Chairman Bailey)
• Added $2,500 to Clerk of the Works budget – passed (abstain: Vice Chairman Bailey)
• Amended agenda to insert NBIS budget discussion as item 7.1 – passed
• Amended agenda to add item 7.f for NBHS parking lot paving – passed

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved Application #2025-2, a site‑plan request for a closed‑door, long‑term‑care pharmacy to serve in‑house patients at 28 Branford Road (I‑2 zone). The motion was moved by Member Marino, seconded by Member Ponder, and passed 5‑0 with no discussion. The commission also approved the minutes of the February 20 and March 6 meetings, each passing unanimously despite two abstentions. Earlier minutes from January 2 and January 16 remain tabled due to lack of quorum.

• Approved Application #2025-2 pharmacy site plan (5-0)
• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Chair Nowak and Siena abstained)
• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, Chair Nowak and Ponder abstained)
• January 2 and January 16, 2025 minutes tabled (no quorum)