Manish Jain appointed to FERB as a Full Member, moving from Alternate status to replace Keith Bradley for a term ending November 2029.
Manish Jain appointed to FERB as a Full Member, moving from Alternate status to replace Keith Bradley for a term ending November 2029.
Vote
unanimously — approved: approve the appointment of Manish Jain from Alternate to Full Member of the FERB
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: First Selectperson Vitale
Keith Bradley was appointed as Alternate member of FERB, moving from his previous Full Voting member position.
Keith Bradley was appointed as Alternate member of FERB, moving from his previous Full Voting member position. He replaces Manish Jain in the Alternate role, with a term running through November 2027.
Vote
unanimously — appointed: to approve the appointment of Keith Bradley from Full Voting member to Alternate member of the FERB
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: First Selectperson Vitale
Christine Vitale's appointment to the Water Pollution Control Authority (term November 2023 to November 2027, replacing Marcy A.
Christine Vitale's appointment to the Water Pollution Control Authority (term November 2023 to November 2027, replacing Marcy A. Spolyar) was noted for information.
Drainage easement from Birchwood Homes, LLC to the Town approved unanimously for storm drainage on 130 and 150 Birchwood Drive per General Statute 8-24.
Drainage easement from Birchwood Homes, LLC to the Town approved unanimously for storm drainage on 130 and 150 Birchwood Drive per General Statute 8-24. The drainage pipe needs to be relocated for development of two houses, with the easement increased to 15ft in width. The developer will pay all costs.
Vote
unanimously — approved: To approve drainage easement from Birchwood Homes, LLC to the Town for storm drainage easement on 130 and 150 Birchwood Drive per General Statute 8-24
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: First Selectperson Vitale
A $105,800 increase in bond authorization for the Fairfield Ludlowe High School elevator replacement project was approved unanimously, raising the total to $3,562,288.
A $105,800 increase in bond authorization for the Fairfield Ludlowe High School elevator replacement project was approved unanimously, raising the total to $3,562,288. The increase covers a $96,000 change order for installing a new elevator shaft after organic material discovered at the bottom of the existing shaft could not be removed, plus contingency funding. Work is scheduled for April break, with BOF and RTM approval still required.
Vote
unanimously — approved: to approve the bond resolution amendment increasing appropriation and bond authorization for the Fairfield Ludlowe High School elevator replacement project by $105,800
Dollar figures
- $105,800 approved increase — increase in bond authorization for Fairfield Ludlowe High School elevator replacement project
- $3,562,288 raised to — new total bond authorization for elevator replacement project
- $96,000 covers — change order for new elevator shaft installation due to organic material discovery
- $3,456,488 original appropriation — original bond authorization before amendment
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: First Selectperson Vitale
Water Pollution Control Utility authorized to enter five-year service agreement with Schneider Electric for $123,358 to provide Microgrid Service Plan.
Water Pollution Control Utility authorized to enter five-year service agreement with Schneider Electric for $123,358 to provide Microgrid Service Plan. The plan ensures energy disbursement at the Water Pollution Control Facility and can operate on solar power, and also services the Regional Fire Training School, Animal Control, and Conservation. Grid installation was completed as a Capital Project.
Vote
unanimously — authorized: to authorize the Water Pollution Control Utility to enter into a Service Agreement with Schneider Electric for a Microgrid Service Plan
Dollar figures
- $123,358 authorized — five-year service agreement with Schneider Electric for Microgrid Service Plan
Participants
- Moved by: Spolyar
- Seconded by: Vitale
Contract authorized with Arrowdale Enterprises for $132,452.50 to replace the septic system at Fire Station 5 on Congress Street.
Contract authorized with Arrowdale Enterprises for $132,452.50 to replace the septic system at Fire Station 5 on Congress Street. The contract includes base bid plus add/alternates 3, 5, and 6, with Arrowdale selected as low bidder among three submissions. Building Maintenance Manager James Ryan noted an extensive scope review was conducted as the Town hasn't contracted with Arrowdale before.
Vote
unanimously — authorized: to authorize the Purchasing Authority to enter into an agreement with Arrowdale Enterprises, LLC for Fire Station 5 septic system replacement
Dollar figures
- $132,452.50 authorized — complete replacement of septic system at Fire Station 5, 3965 Congress Street
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: Selectperson Kupchick
$689,118 contract with POM Associates authorized for roof repair at Fairfield Burr Homestead, 739 Old Post Road.
$689,118 contract with POM Associates authorized for roof repair at Fairfield Burr Homestead, 739 Old Post Road. A Request for Qualifications process ensured the contractor had experience with historic buildings, and the Historic District Commission approved replacing the roof in kind. Chimneys will be repaired first, followed by the roof, with work scheduled to be completed before the wedding season begins, though the contractor is aware no construction can be visible to wedding participants if work extends into that period.
Vote
unanimously — authorized: to authorize the Purchasing Authority to enter into an agreement with POM Associates, LLC for roof repair at Fairfield Burr Homestead
Dollar figures
- $689,118.00 authorized — total lump sum not to exceed for roof repair at Fairfield Burr Homestead, with additional authority for change orders within approved project funding
Participants
- Moved by: Spolyar
- Seconded by: Kupchick
A 36-year extension of the ground lease and tax abatement for Sullivan McKinney Elder Housing was approved unanimously.
A 36-year extension of the ground lease and tax abatement for Sullivan McKinney Elder Housing was approved unanimously. The extension allows the 40-unit age-restricted facility (for residents 62 and older) to qualify for HUD funding for needed repairs and improvements to the Town-owned building. The resolution requires Board of Finance and RTM approval.
Vote
unanimously — approved: to approve the resolution extending the ground lease and tax abatement for Sullivan McKinney Elder Housing for 36 years
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: Selectperson Kupchick
Authorization approved unanimously to apply for a $1 million DECD grant for roadway and pedestrian safety improvements in the Greenfield Hill area.
Authorization approved unanimously to apply for a $1 million DECD grant for roadway and pedestrian safety improvements in the Greenfield Hill area. The town appropriated up to $1 million for the project, to be fully reimbursed by the state, with funding supporting a road and pedestrian safety assessment, conceptual design, and improvements including the Redding Road roundabout. Engineering Manager Bill Hurley explained the study scope will include a public meeting to hear from residents. The authorization requires Board of Finance and RTM approval.
Vote
unanimously — approved: to approve authorization to apply for $1 million DECD grant for Greenfield Hill roadway and pedestrian safety improvements and to appropriate up to $1 million for the project
Dollar figures
- $1,000,000 approved for application and appropriated — DECD grant for roadway and pedestrian safety improvements in Greenfield Hill area, with 100% state reimbursement
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: Selectperson Kupchick
Assistant Planning Director Jonathan Mullen presented a FEMA Community Rating System progress report showing 2,256 residents save a total of $418,140 through a 10% flood insurance discount program.
Assistant Planning Director Jonathan Mullen presented a FEMA Community Rating System progress report showing 2,256 residents save a total of $418,140 through a 10% flood insurance discount program. The CRS rewards communities that exceed minimum National Flood Insurance program requirements. The Town's Flood Mitigation Plan is available on the Town website, and Mr. Hurley reviewed the status of planned, in progress, and completed flood mitigation projects.
Dollar figures
- $418,140 save — Total annual savings to 2,256 residents through 10% flood insurance discount program
$3,747.61 in tax refunds recommended by the Tax Collector was approved unanimously.
$3,747.61 in tax refunds recommended by the Tax Collector was approved unanimously.
Vote
unanimously — approved: to approve tax refunds as recommended by the Tax Collector in the amount of $3,747.61
Dollar figures
- $3,747.61 approved — tax refunds recommended by the Tax Collector
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: Selectperson Kupchick
PURA is moving forward to approve the Aquarian sale to RWA, with state legislation attempting to create new legislation to change the outcome.
PURA is moving forward to approve the Aquarian sale to RWA, with state legislation attempting to create new legislation to change the outcome. The Town will know more next week after PURA meets. The Town remains committed to fighting the sale.
A public comment session on the proposed FY 27 budget is scheduled for Saturday, March 28 at 9:30 am at FWHS before the Board of Finance.
A public comment session on the proposed FY 27 budget is scheduled for Saturday, March 28 at 9:30 am at FWHS before the Board of Finance.
The Board of Assessment Appeals has started holding revaluation hearings and received an extension to the end of May due to the number of appeals.
The Board of Assessment Appeals has started holding revaluation hearings and received an extension to the end of May due to the number of appeals. The mill rate will not be set until the first week of June due to this extension.
Settlement approved unanimously in James Wiltsie v.
Settlement approved unanimously in James Wiltsie v. Town of Fairfield litigation following Executive Session discussion.
Vote
unanimously — approved: to approve the settlement as discussed in Executive Session
Participants
- Moved by: Selectperson Spolyar
- Seconded by: Selectperson Kupchick
Employment contracts for Police Chief Mike Paris and Captain Matt Riendeau were approved with terms discussed in Executive Session.
Employment contracts for Police Chief Mike Paris and Captain Matt Riendeau were approved with terms discussed in Executive Session.
Vote
not stated in source — approved: approve the employment contracts of Police Chief Mike Paris and Captain Matt Riendeau with terms as discussed in Executive Session
Participants
- Moved by: First Selectperson Spolyar