Trumbull public meetings in 2021
65 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Trumbull Housing Authority
The board will meet to discuss the creation of a policy for bank accounts exceeding $200,000 and address missing narratives in a 2019 audit. The meeting also includes a discussion on congregate food services.
- Proposed policy for bank accounts exceeding $200,000
- Discussion of 2019 audit narrative omissions
- Review of Congregate Food Services
- Treasurer's report and financial discussion
- Executive Director's and Maintenance Activity reports
Trumbull Veterans & First Responders Center Building Committee
The Trumbull Veterans & First Responders Center Building Committee will review a website and donation system presentation and receive funding updates. The committee will discuss and vote on three specific invoices related to construction documents and environmental inspections.
- Vote on Wiles Associates construction documents invoice for $7,500.00
- Vote on Brooks Environmental Consultants asbestos & lead inspection invoice for $1,426.00
- Vote on Wiles Associates construction documents invoice for $6,450
- Presentation on website and donation system
- Update on State and Federal funding
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to consider Resolution TC29-05 regarding the Middlebrook Elementary School Roof Project. This resolution seeks to approve final drawings, a project manual, and cost estimates for the roof replacement at 220 Middlebrooks Avenue.
- Resolution TC29-05: Approval of final drawings and cost estimates for Middlebrook Elementary School Roof Project
Sustainable Team
The team will review and approve the minutes from the November 8, 2021, meeting. Discussion includes updates on municipal coordination, composting advocacy, a tree initiative, and community gardens.
- Review and approval of 11/8/21 meeting minutes
- Updates on Town Sustainability Plan and EV charging stations
- Composting advocacy at the transfer station
- Tree Initiative working group updates
- Community garden working group updates
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Director, Treasurer, and Fairchild. The agenda includes a discussion on a memorial for Joan Hammill.
- Memorial for Joan Hammill
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to review 2021 successes and draft goals for 2022. The body will discuss the Sustainable Trumbull submission for Silver and a town survey on sustainability.
- Re-instating expiring terms for commissioners Pam Roman and Matt Sulzicki
- Sustainable Trumbull Submission for Silver and 2022 plans
- Town Survey on Sustainability
- Updates on IWWC Applications
- Pollinator Pathway updates
Pension Board
The Special Pension Board is meeting to discuss an alternative strategy for investing in the GSA and State funds. The meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2021.
- Investment discussion regarding alternative strategies for GSA and State funds
Trumbull Housing Authority
The board will meet to discuss financial reports, maintenance activity, and updates regarding congregate housing. The agenda includes resident comments and a review of previous meeting minutes.
Trumbull Veterans & First Responders Center Building Committee
The Trumbull Veterans & First Responders Center Building Committee is meeting to review sustainable plantings for Kaatz pond and receive updates on demolition and environmental testing. The body will also discuss website messaging and review financial, grant, and bonding reports.
- Presentation of sustainable plantings for Kaatz pond
- Demolition and environmental testing update
- Discussion on website messaging
- Financial report
- Grant, bonding, and fundraising update
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Director, Treasurer, and Fairchild. The agenda includes discussions on elections and a memorial for Joan Hammill.
- Approval of October 13, 2021 minutes
- Discussion of elections
- Memorial for Joan Hammill
Sustainable Team
The Advisory Sustainability Team is reviewing priorities for municipal coordination and environmental initiatives. The body is discussing the Town Sustainability Plan and various waste reduction strategies.
- Town Sustainability Plan
- EV charging station
- Composting at transfer station
- Plastic waste reduction for restaurant patrons
- America Recycles Day on November 15
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Trumbull Housing Authority is holding a special board meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to enter an executive session to discuss union business.
- Executive session regarding union business
Conservation Commission
The commission will discuss edits to the Natural Resource Inventory and a presentation to the Parks and Rec Commission. Members will also discuss proposed zoning regulation changes regarding landscape design and tree protection.
- Natural Resource Inventory format and edits
- Proposed zoning regulation changes for landscape design, clearcutting, and tree protection
- A Thousand Trees for Trumbull legislation presentation to Town Council
- IWWC applications updates
- Pollinator Pathway updates
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Board approved a bid from Nothing But The Best to install new flooring in the Congregate using UI incentive funds. They also approved a $3,500 critical needs assessment by On-site Insight. Discussion included financial reports for Stern Village and Congregate, as well as a decision not to implement security deposits for incoming residents.
- Approved Nothing But The Best flooring installation bid using UI incentive funds
- Approved $3,500 quote from On-site Insight for a Critical Needs Assessment
- Decided against implementing a security deposit policy for new Congregate residents
- Reported an overall Housing Authority gain of $24,922 for July through August 2021
- Noted $36,725 reserved for renovation costs at Stern Village
Pension Board
The Pension Board will discuss a quarterly investment report from Beirne Wealth Consulting. The board is also tasked with approving specific pension benefits, contribution returns, and the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Investment update for the quarter ending 9/30/2021
- Approval of pension benefits for Frank Bourquin ($1,564.14), Mary-Ellen Bykowski ($425.83), Linda Dunn ($1,923.95), and Evelyn Feola ($577.04)
- Approval of contribution returns for David Grischuk spouse ($8,993.03) and Rebecca Steinberg ($7,616.50)
- Approval of 2022 meeting dates: Jan 25, April 26, July 26, and Oct 25
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct elections. The agenda also includes reports from the Director, Treasurer, and Fairchild representatives.
- Board elections
Sustainable Team
The Trumbull Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to review the process and benefits of achieving silver certification. The group will discuss future priorities including composting, community gardens, and plastic waste reduction.
- Silver certification benefits and process
- Composting advocacy for the transfer station
- Student initiatives with TSY, THS Environmental Club, and school programs
- Plastic waste reduction and restaurant straw initiatives
- Municipal coordination for an EV charging station
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss new state zoning mandates regarding riparian corridors and proposed zoning regulation changes. The body will also review edits to the Natural Resource Inventory and the status of the Sustainable Trumbull Silver submission.
- New state zoning mandate for Riparian Corridors presentation by WestCOG
- Proposed zoning regulation changes regarding landscape design, clearcutting, native species, tree protection, and LID
- Review of Natural Resource Inventory edits and new format
- Legislation proposal: A Thousand Trees for Trumbull restoration and management
- Updates on IWWC applications and Pollinator Pathway
Trumbull Housing Authority
The board will consider approving a security deposit policy for new Congregate residents, the installation of new flooring, and a new Critical Needs Assessment for the Congregate. The meeting also includes a review of the 2019 and 2020 audit reports.
- Proposed security deposit policy for incoming Congregate residents
- Proposed installation of new flooring for the Congregate
- Proposed new Critical Needs Assessment for the Congregate
- Review of 2019 and 2020 Audit Reports
Board of Assessment Appeals
The Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to hear petitions regarding assessments on the October 1, 2020 Motor Vehicle Grand List. Taxpayers appealing their assessments must provide their vehicles for inspection during the hearing.
- Petitions relating to assessments on the October 1, 2020 Motor Vehicle Grand List
Sustainable Team
The Trumbull Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to review updates on environmental initiatives. The body is discussing collaborations with the library, student volunteers, and municipal cooperation.
- Town Clean-up event
- Community Garden founder's plots
- NRI update and Conservation Commission coordination
- SCT Matching Grant fundraising
- New ST logo contest
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Director and Treasurer. The agenda includes a discussion on the library's strategic plan under old business.
- Review of Strategic Plan
- Director's report
- Treasurer's report
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss proposed zoning regulation changes regarding landscape design, clearcutting, and tree protection. The body will also review the Natural Resource Inventory and the status of the Sustainable Trumbull Silver submission.
- Discussion of zoning regulation changes for landscape design, clearcutting, native species, tree protection, and LID
- Review of Natural Resource Inventory edits and new format
- Status of Sustainable Trumbull submission for Silver
- Legislation regarding 1000 Trees for Trumbull restoration and management
- Ecotype Project for Nichols Park raised beds
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Director, Treasurer, and Fairchild members. The meeting includes a discussion of the Strategic Plan under old business.
- Discussion of Strategic Plan
Sustainable Team
The Trumbull Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to review progress on Silver Certification and fundraising. The body is discussing priorities for municipal cooperation regarding waste, energy, and nature.
- Silver Certification progress update including Equity Toolkit
- Fundraising via donor advised funds and SCT Matching Grant
- Municipal cooperation priorities for composting and electric vehicle charging stations
- Community garden and nature initiatives
- Outreach via Farmer's Market and a new logo contest
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Board will review financial reports and updates on congregate energy enhancements. Key agenda items include potential write-offs for Stern Village and the Congregate, and a proposed contract extension for laundry services.
- Consideration of a 3-year contract extension for Automatic Laundry Services Co., Inc.
- Discussion of security deposit policy for incoming Congregate residents
- Consideration of write-offs for Stern Village
- Consideration of write-offs for Congregate
- Updates on Congregate Energy Enhancements-2019 Small Cities
Pension Board
The Pension Board will review a second-quarter investment update from Beirne Wealth Consulting. The board is also scheduled to approve specific pension benefits and contribution returns.
- Investment Update for 2nd Quarter from Beirne Wealth Consulting
- Approval of pension benefits for William Green in the amount of $579.43
- Approval of contribution returns for Shawn Tait in the amount of $41,402.83
- Approval of April 27, 2021 meeting minutes
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Director, Treasurer, and Fairchild representatives. The meeting includes a discussion of the Strategic Plan under old business.
- Discussion of Strategic Plan
Police Commission
The Police Commission will meet to discuss the evaluation and compensation of Chief Michael Lombardo. The body will also receive the Chief's report covering operations, budget, and personnel.
- Evaluation and consideration of compensation for Chief Michael Lombardo
- Chief's Report on operations, traffic, personnel, legal updates, and budget
Sustainable Team
The Trumbull Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to discuss municipal priorities and current activities. The group is reviewing progress on environmental initiatives and certification goals.
- Community garden and composting initiatives
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Silver Certification progress update
- Textile bins installation
- Farmer's Market and Henkel collaboration
Library Board of Trustees
The Trumbull Library System Board of Trustees is holding a special virtual meeting. The session is dedicated to discussing a policy regarding filming, photographing, and recording.
- Discussion of filming, photographing and recording policy
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Board will meet to discuss administrative policies and contractor agreements. Key items include a potential 3-year contract extension for Automatic Laundry Services Co., Inc. and updates to smoking and security deposit policies.
- 3-year contract extension for Automatic Laundry Services Co., Inc.
- Updated THA Smoking Policy
- Security Deposit Policy for incoming Congregate residents
- Non-payment time extension for Congregate Energy Efficiency Project contractor
- Write-offs for Stern Village and Congregate
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss the feasibility of a tree replacement plan and updates to the Natural Resource Inventory. The body will also review requirements for Sustainable CT Silver Certification.
- Discussion of Fairfield’s Tree Replacement Plan with guest speaker Mary Hogue
- Edits and new format of the Natural Resource Inventory
- Sustainable CT Silver Certification needs
- Pollinator Pathway launch at White Birch Nursery and Farmer’s Market
- Updates on IWWC applications
Sustainable Team
The Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to establish priorities regarding nature, waste reduction, energy, and student involvement. The body will also receive progress updates on Silver Certification and the Farmer's Market.
- Discussion of Pollinator Pathway
- Waste reduction priorities including composting and recycling
- Energy efficiency and renewable energy updates
- Progress update on Silver Certification
- Review of textile bins and Henkel collaboration
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular virtual meeting to review reports and old business. The board is scheduled to discuss the library's strategic plan.
- Approval of May 12, 2021 minutes
- Discussion of Strategic Plan
Police Commission
The Police Commission will meet to discuss the evaluation and compensation of Chief Michael Lombardo. The agenda also includes a Chief's report covering operations, budget, and personnel.
- Evaluation and consideration of compensation for Chief Michael Lombardo
Police Commission
The Trumbull Police Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider police officer entry level testing. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion and consideration of police officer entry level testing
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Board will discuss spending for Stern Village and approve security deposit policies for residents. The meeting includes reviews of food service and elevator contracts for the Congregate, as well as management and services plans.
- Approval of food service and elevator service contracts for the Congregate
- Consideration of additional spending for Stern Village
- Approval of security deposit policies for Stern Village and Congregate residents
- Review of change orders for the Congregate Energy Efficient Project
- Appointment of Charlene Pederson as Assistant Treasurer
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will meet virtually to review reports and conduct regular business. The primary new business item for discussion is the Strategic Plan.
- Discussion of Strategic Plan
- Approval of April 14, 2021 minutes
- Director's report from Stefan
- Treasurer's report
Police Commission
The Police Commission will review the potential termination of the current police officer written examination list and the authorization of a new test. The body will also discuss pending grievances from Trumbull Police Union Local 1745 and the contract of Assistant Chief Glenn Byrnes.
- Discussion on terminating current police officer written examination list and authorizing a new test
- Review of pending grievances from Trumbull Police Union Local 1745
- Modification of Assistant Chief Glenn Byrnes contract
- Building renovation update
- Review of responsibilities for newly appointed Police Commissioners
Sustainable Team
The Trumbull Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to review Earth Week events and discuss fundraising and grants with guest Rina Bakalar. The body is also coordinating updates for the team website and a new logo contest. Branch reports will cover the Pollinator Pathway and a residential energy efficiency campaign.
- Fundraising and grants discussion with Rina Bakalar
- Review of Earth Week events
- New Sustainability Team logo contest
- Pollinator Pathway update
- Residential energy efficiency campaign
Pension Board
The Pension Board will receive a second-quarter investment update from Beirne Wealth Consulting. The board is scheduled to approve specific pension benefit payments, contribution returns, and the 2020 Annual First Selectman’s Letter.
- Approval of pension benefits for Nicola Costantini ($2,652.10), Thomas Smith ($3,563.07), and others
- Approval of contribution returns for Elaine Hammers ($4,159.23) and Joseph Digirolamo ($8,605.37)
- Approval of the 2020 Annual First Selectman’s Letter
- Investment update from Beirne Wealth Consulting
- Approval of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes
Trumbull Housing Authority
The board will discuss proposed base rent increases for both Congregate and Stern Village residents. Members will also consider approving approximately $45,000 in spending for Stern Village and updates to the authority's smoking policy.
- Proposed $15 base rent increase for the Congregate
- Proposed $10 base rent increase for Stern Village (rents under $500) and a 1% increase for calculating Adjusted Gross Income
- Consideration of approximately $45,000 in spending for Stern Village
- Discussion of security deposits for incoming Stern Village residents
- Review of change orders for the Congregate Energy Efficient Project
Conservation Commission
The Commission will discuss edits to the Natural Resource Inventory and the role of Sustainable Trumbull. The meeting includes updates on IWWC applications and proposed changes to Zoning Regulations regarding tree protection and landscape design.
- Natural Resource Inventory format edits
- 1000 Trees for Trumbull legislation
- Updates on IWWC applications
- Proposed zoning regulation changes for tree protection and native species
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting to conduct regular business. The agenda includes reports from the Director, the Treasurer, and Fairchild members.
- Approval of March 10, 2021 minutes
- Director report
- Treasurer's report
- Fairchild report
Police Commission
The commission approved a one-year contract extension and vacation time carryover for Deputy Chief Leonard Scinto. The meeting also included updates on the police budget, which received a 5.1% increase from the First Selectman, and progress on the shooting range renovation project.
- One-year contract extension and vacation carryover approved for Deputy Chief Leonard Scinto
- 5.1% budget increase provided by the First Selectman for 2021-2022
- Shooting range renovation project nearing completion with fence installation finished
- February statistics reported: 1,140 calls for service and 19 adult arrests
Sustainable Team
The Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to review updates on community outreach and environmental initiatives. The group will discuss Earth Week events, energy efficiency campaigns, and nature projects.
- Earth Week event planning
- United Illuminating grant for tree plantings
- Residential energy efficiency campaign
- Pollinator Pathway updates
- Low-income resident equity and outreach
Trumbull Housing Authority
The board will meet to discuss the housing authority's smoking policy, security deposits, and additional monies. The meeting also includes updates on congregate energy enhancements and financial reports.
- Discussion of THA Smoking Policy
- Discussion of Security Deposit
- Discussion of Additional Monies
- Congregate Energy Enhancements-2019 Small Cities updates
- Approval of minutes from January 26, 2020 and March 9, 2021
Board of Assessment Appeals
The Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to hear petitions regarding property assessments. These hearings cover automobiles on the October 1, 2019 supplemental motor vehicle grand list, as well as real estate and business personal property on the October 1, 2020 grand list.
- Hearings for October 1, 2019 supplemental motor vehicle grand list assessments
- Hearings for October 1, 2020 real estate and business personal property grand list assessments
Board of Assessment Appeals
The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold hearings to review petitions regarding property assessments. These hearings cover automobiles on the October 1, 2019 supplemental list, as well as real estate and business personal property on the October 1, 2020 grand list.
- Hearings for automobiles on the October 1, 2019 supplemental motor vehicle grand list
- Hearings for real estate and business personal property on the October 1, 2020 grand list
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will meet virtually to review reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda consists of procedural items and standard reports.
- Approval of February 10, 2021 minutes
- Director's report from Stefan
- Treasurer's report
- Fairchild report from Nancy and Mary
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Trumbull Housing Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially approve two change orders for the Congregate Energy Improvement Project. These items involve plumbing repairs and the installation of shower seats.
- Change Order #4: $919.75 to replace corroded water pipe
- Change Order #5: $11,280.50 to provide and install folding seats in showers
Police Commission
The Trumbull Police Commission will meet to discuss the contract extension for Deputy Chief Leonard Scinto. The agenda also includes a building renovation update and a report from the Chief of Police.
- Discussion and consideration of Deputy Chief Leonard Scinto contract extension
- Building renovation update
- Chief's report covering operations, traffic, personnel, legal updates, and budget
Sustainable Team
The Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to review tasks for silver certification and the Action Overview Worksheet. The body will discuss updates regarding Earth Day events, waste reduction, and energy savings campaigns.
- Review of silver certification tasks and Action Overview Worksheet
- Planning for Earth Day events
- Updates on Pollinator Pathway and Natural Resource Inventory
- Review of meeting with FS and DPW Director regarding waste reduction
- Discussion on idling reduction and residential energy savings
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to welcome new members and review 2020 accomplishments and 2021 goals. The body will discuss the Natural Resource Inventory format and the commission's role in Sustainable CT Certification.
- Proposed pollinator pathway sites at Twin Brooks, Tashua Knolls, and Town Hall
- Edits and new format of the Natural Resource Inventory
- Updates on IWWC applications
- 2021 CACIWC training and events
Trumbull Housing Authority
The board is reviewing a stratified plan to raise rents for residents at Stern Village and the Congregate. The authority is also managing unit rehabilitations and energy enhancements for the Congregate facility.
- Receipt of $500,000 in HTCC funding for Stern Village unit rehabilitations
- Proposed rent increases for Stern Village and Congregate residents
- FEMA reimbursement of $7,534.82 received for COVID-19 expenses
- Planned installation of isolation valves at the Congregate requiring water shutdowns
- Overall cash position of $1,171,647, including $568,052 for Stern Village renovations
Library Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting to conduct regular business. The agenda includes reports from the Director, the Treasurer, and Fairchild members.
- Approval of January 13, 2021 minutes
- Director report by Stefan
- Treasurer's report
- Fairchild report by Nancy and Mary
Police Commission
The Police Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a report from the Chief of Police. The Chief's report covers operations, traffic, personnel, legal updates, and the budget.
- Approval of January 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of January 21, 2021 special meeting minutes
- Chief's Report on operations, traffic, personnel, legal updates, and budget
Sustainable Team
The Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to organize tasks for silver certification and recruit more volunteers. The body will also receive updates on nature, waste reduction, energy, and community outreach initiatives.
- Review of tasks for silver certification
- Pollinator Pathway and invasive removal updates
- Recycling and composting reports
- Municipal building energy and idling reduction updates
- Earth Day event planning
Pension Board
The Pension Board will discuss the July 1, 2020 valuation results and select an assumption set for the plan's liabilities. The board is also reviewing 4th quarter investment updates and the current investment policy.
- Approval of pension benefits for Judith Ferrigno ($1,673.24), Susan Salerno ($613.20), and Robert Troesser ($3,620.21)
- Approval of a contribution return for Jose Joaquim ($14,166.97)
- Review of July 1, 2020 valuation showing a plan funded ratio of 43.8%
- Discussion of Actuarially Determined Contribution options ranging from $5,100,000 to $5,957,000
- Review of 2019 and 2020 Annual First Selectman’s Letters
Trumbull Housing Authority
The Board of Commissioners will discuss financial reports and updates regarding Congregate energy enhancements. The meeting includes a review of funding for Stern Village and Congregate, as well as a review of draft CNAs.
- Review of funding for Stern Village and Congregate
- Congregate Energy Enhancements-2019 Small Cities updates
- Review of draft CNAs
- Treasurer’s report and discussion of financials
- Approval of December 22, 2020 meeting minutes
Police Commission
The Police Commission is holding a special meeting to deliberate and decide on two union grievances. These items will be discussed in a private session before a decision is reached.
- Decision on Union Grievance 20-05
- Decision on Union Grievance 20-03
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will meet virtually to review reports and approve previous minutes. The agenda consists of standard procedural items.
- Approval of December 9, 2020 minutes
- Director's report from Stefan
- Treasurer's report
Police Commission
The Police Commission will discuss the contract extension of Assistant Chief Glenn Byrnes and review two union grievances. The meeting also includes a report from the Chief of Police covering operations, budget, and personnel.
- Discussion and consideration of Assistant Chief Glenn Byrnes contract extension
- Step II - Union Grievance 20-05
- Step II - Union Grievance 20-03
- Chief's Report on 2021-2022 Budget
Sustainable Team
The Advisory Sustainability Team is meeting to receive updates from its Nature, Waste Reduction, Energy, and Outreach branches. The group will also discuss strategic planning and the Town of Trumbull Sustainability Plan.
- Pollinator Pathway and invasive removal updates
- Waste reduction topics including composting and pay-as-you-throw
- Municipal building energy and idling reduction
- State grant funding and the Town of Trumbull Sustainability Plan
- Updated 2021 Action List for Sust CT