TOWN OF GOSHEN
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES – Regular Meeting
Town Hall Conference Room
January 15, 2008
PRESENT: Robert P. Valentine, H. John Krukar, Ronald F. Nodine
OTHERS: Allan Walker
Bob Valentine called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m.
IN A MOTION made by Ron Nodine, seconded by John Krukar, it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the January 8, 2008 Regular Meeting. Vote unanimous.
MATTERS ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES: None
IN A MOTION made by Bob Valentine, seconded by Ron Nodine, it was VOTED to approve the warrant including payroll of January 17, 2008 in the amount of $44,215.88. Vote unanimous.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
FIRST SELECTMAN’S REPORT:
Bob Valentine noted while reviewing the Tyler Ridge LLC subdivision for potential partial release of performance bond he discovered that all invoices for Tyler Ridge LLC, subsequent to Planning and Zoning approval, sent to Bill Colby had not been paid. The best information available indicates these invoices date back to February 2007 and totaling $7717.50.
As stated in the conditions of the Tyler Ridge Subdivision, The applicant (Mr. Colby) shall pay the cost of the Consulting Town Engineer and/or an Inspector hired by the Selectman to oversee the construction of the new roadway in accordance with the approved plans. Therefore, Bob Valentine informed Mr. Colby he would not consider any additional reduction in the performance bond until all outstanding invoices are paid.
Bob Valentine informed the other Board members he received a draft copy of the Tyler Lake Spillway Dam Agreement from Chip Roraback, Town Attorney. Bob Valentine has reviewed the draft and found it covers the key elements. He will now instruct Chip Roraback to forward the agreement to Attorney Perley Grimes, representing Mr. Colby, Tyler Ridge LLC, for review and comment.
A memo was distributed to the Library Board of Directors on Tuesday, prior to their meeting. Bob Valentine wanted to reiterate some key points on performance evaluations before the Library Board conducts the 90 day review for Lynn Steinmayer, Library Director. Bob Valentine was hoping to have a guest speaker, Jerry Rathbun, speak to all department heads as well as the Library Board of Directors, on how to complete an employee evaluation form. Due to scheduling issues it doesn’t seem Jerry will be available until early February. Bob Valentine also reiterated in the memo that performance evaluations help remind employees of expectations already set for them as stated in their job descriptions.
FIRST SELECTMAN’S REPORT (continued)
Bob Valentine updated the other Board members on a proposed subdivision called “School House Ridge,” Although, the subdivision is in Litchfield, the access road is in Goshen. The Developer has agreed to give the town of Litchfield an additional six feet of property. The Towns of Litchfield and Goshen will need to come to an agreement prior to construction, which is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2009.
Bob Valentine was informed of several break-in incidents that recently occurred around Woodridge Lake. Bob has been in touch with Troop B regarding the incidents and will attend the Woodridge Lake Property Owner’s Association meeting on Saturday, January 19, 2008 along with a State Police Officer from Troop B.
Bob Valentine contacted Leo Paul, Litchfield First Selectman, as well as Sue Dwyer, Norfolk First Selectman, to discuss their experience with the Resident Trooper program. Both towns have Resident Troopers and stated they are satisfied with the program. Much discussion ensued with respect to Goshen’s interest in this program and our past experience with trying to employ a Resident Trooper.
CORRESPONDENCE: A letter was received from Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority (CRRA) noting a credit adjustment will be reflected in the Town’s next billing cycle. The adjustment will reflect the new reduced tipping fee rate of $60.96 per ton.
OLD BUSINESS: None
IN A MOTION made by Bob Valentine, seconded by John Krukar it was VOTED to add to the agenda under New Business, #9 (c) Executive Session – (1) Possible Litigation, (2) Land Purchase. Vote unanimous.
NEW BUSINESS:
IN A MOTION made by Bob Valentine, seconded by John Krukar it was VOTED to go into Executive Session at 5:21 p.m. to discuss (1) Possible Litigation (2) Land Purchase behind Goshen Firehouse. Vote unanimous.
Bob Valentine invited Allan Walker, Board of Finance Chairman, and Rhonda Gelormino to attend.
IN A MOTION made by John Krukar, seconded by Ron Nodine, it was VOTED to go out of Executive Session at 5:41 p.m. Vote unanimous. No action was taken.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS: None
IN A MOTION made by Ron Nodine, seconded by John Krukar, it was VOTED to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 5:42 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Rhonda Gelormino
Selectman’s Admin. Asst.
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