Stacy Blake-Geist

The council meeting agenda includes deliberations regarding the FY 2026/27 budget, including a review of Planning and Zoning Commission Capital Improvement Plan recommendations. Additionally, the council will consider potential action regarding a CAD software conversion for the police department.

The committee meeting agenda includes a call to order and roll call, an audience of citizens segment, agency updates, and consideration of other business. Additionally, the committee will discuss items related to the Local Traffic Authority.

The meeting includes reviews of monthly board and commission reports, processing a resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals, and managing appointments to the Energy Conservation/Alternative Energy Committee, Human Services Advisory Board, Inland Wetlands Agency, and Pension and Retirement Committee. The committee will also review the road turnover policy, consider the establishment of a School Building Committee, discuss an ordinance for fire prevention and protection cost recovery, consider the discharge of the Human Services Advisory Committee and the Softball Field Study Committee, and conduct an attendance policy compliance review and discuss potential expanded residential property tax exemptions for veterans.

The Town Council reviewed proposed budgets for the Department of Public Works and the Parks and Recreation Department. Discussions covered specific line items for road maintenance, fleet upkeep, snow removal, facility maintenance, and capital equipment priorities. The Town Engineer presented on project volumes, staffing needs, and infrastructure initiatives. The Parks and Recreation Director provided an update on department programs, community events, and financial operations. Additionally, the Council reviewed a draft Citizen's Budget Guide and provided feedback for final revisions.

The work group discussed preparations for the upcoming Town Council presentation, including a memo and PowerPoint deck linked to the town's strategic planning initiative. Key agenda items included coordination with the CLAM Chair and representatives from Columbia regarding lake management and shared interests. Progress updates were provided on the UConn intern projects, including GIS tracking and LakeSmart recognition. The group also reviewed planning for the upcoming May 16 workshop, addressed membership inquiries for the Conservation Commission, and managed ongoing communications.