The Somers Charter Revision Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00pm in the Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT to receive public comments on the following Resolution: 1. Shall the Town Clerk become an appointed rather than an elected position? 2. Shall the Board of Selectmen […]
The Assessor’s Office is preparing for the 2025 real estate revaluation. For more details on the revaluation process click on the headline above. It is important to keep in mind that whenever property is revalued, there is generally a change in the town’s mill (tax) rate.
David Marti, Town Clerk announced that Somers has implemented Cott Systems’ PropertyCheck in an invigorated effort to combat property and mortgage fraud. This 24/7 service allows residents to sign up on the Cott Systems’ RECORDhub website (https://recordhub.cottsystems.com) to receive notifications when official documents are recorded on their property. Residents can activate alerts based on their […]
PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Somers According to section 7-394 of the Connecticut General Statutes notice is hereby given that the audit of the financial statements of the Town of Somers for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024 is on file and is open for inspection in the office of the Town Clerk, 600 Main […]
Dear Residents, The Cable Advisory Council has received important correspondence from Cox Communications regarding upcoming rate increases for video services that will take effect on January 7, 2025. Cox cable subscribers are expected to receive notifications about these increases included with their bills. However, we understand that these announcements can often be overlooked. To ensure […]
Special Town Meeting on School HVAC & Electrical Project December 10, 2024 @ 7 pm Minutes First Selectman, Tim Keeney, called the Special Town Meeting. He then requested that the Town Clerk, David Marti, to read aloud by the legal notice. Town Clerk read the Legal Notice. LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF SOMERS NOTICE OF SPECIAL […]
LIVE WITH PURPOSE! Join us in Somers for our 2024 Wreaths Across America Ceremony National Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, December 14, 2024, at NOON at the Somers Center Cemetery, 81 Battle St., Somers, CT. This free public event honors veterans and their families by placing wreaths on the graves of fallen heroes and at […]
LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF SOMERS NOTICE OF SPECIAL TOWN MEETING AND REFERENDUM All electors and persons eligible to vote in town meetings of the Town of Somers, Connecticut (the “Town”) are hereby warned that a Special Town Meeting of the Town is to be held at the Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, […]
The First Selectman, pursuant to his powers under C.G.S. 28-8a(a) has declared a public emergency arising from the threat of outdoor fires due to unusually dry conditions in the State of Connecticut and the Town of Somers. To see the Declaration To see the Adopted Ordinance Banning Open Fires on Municipal and Private Property .
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of Somers, CT will hold a public hearing and meeting on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. via Teleconference to consider the following: PUBLIC HEARING: #20-010 Renee Rumore, 220 Billings Road, Somers, CT, seeking a variance from section 214-98 of the Somers […]
TOWN OF SOMERS – ZONING COMMISSION The Somers Zoning Commission has acted on the following applications at a regular meeting held Monday, December 7, 2020 at 6:30 PM via teleconference: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS: #20-009: Amy Eastman, 40 Hallie Lane, Somers, CT. Pursuant to Article XII Earth removal and Filling, §214-70 Issuance of a Special […]
Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of Somers, CT has acted on the following application during a public hearing and meeting held on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 7:00 P.M. via Teleconference: GRANTED: #20-010 Renee Rumore, 220 Billings Road, Somers, CT, a variance from section 214-98 of the Somers Zoning regulations, […]
LEGAL NOTICE SOMERS PLANNING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Somers, CT will hold a public hearing and meeting on Thursday, January 14, at 7:00 pm via teleconference to consider an application for the following: Gingras Development, 19 Royal Manor, Somers, CT; pursuant to Somers Zoning Regulations Article XXVI, applicant is […]
The Somers Conservation Commission, at a regular meeting on January 6, 2021, voted to approve: App #739: 23 Eleanor Road. 25-Unit Housing Development in the Upland Review Area. Gingras Development II LLC/Tom Carenzo. 3 conditions. App #741: 183 Root Road. Construction of driveway with watercourse and wetland crossing, associated with construction of new house. David […]
At it’s regular meeting, the Somers Planning Commission approved a Special Use permit to allow Gingras Development to construct a 25 unit Detached and Semi-detached Housing Development at 23 Eleanor Road, Somers, CT with the following conditions: Revise Eleanor Road note on sheets 3, 4, 5, 8 & 9 from resurface to reconstruct road. Fire […]
The Town of Somers Inland Wetland Agent approved a minimal impact application for construction of a shed within the upland review area of a wetland on February 4, 2021, located at 27 Bobolink Lane.
The Town of Somers Inland Wetland Agent approved a minimal impact application for construction of an overhang within the upland review area of a wetland and associated watercourse on March 9, 2021, located at 51 South Road.
Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of Somers, CT has acted on the following application during a public hearing and meeting held on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. via Teleconference: GRANTED: #ZBA21-001 Steven and Joan Ellis, 35 Colonial Drive, Somers; seeking a variance from section 214-98 of the Somers Code […]
The Somers Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 5, 2021 at 6:30 PM in the in the Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, OR via Zoom Teleconference, to receive public comments on the following: #21-001: Mark and Karen Murdoch; application for a Text Amendment to the following sections of the […]
Somers Board of Education Regular Meeting
Monday, January 27, 2025 7:00 PM
Somers Board of Education Chambers, 1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of the January 13, 2025 BOE Minutes
The Board to review and approve the minutes from the January 13, 2025 Board meeting.
4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1. Superintendent Update
2. SHS Student Representatives
Students from Somers High School will update the Board on recent events.
3. Superintendent Presentation of Proposed 2025-2026 Budget
Dr. Galloway will present the proposed 2025-2026 Somers Public Schools budget to the Board.
5. OPPORTUNITY TO ADD/DELETE AGENDA ITEMS
6. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Warrant of January 27, 2025
The Board to review and consent to the warrant of January 27, 2025.
2. Retirement
James Scalia, SHS Custodian, will be retiring with his last day of employment on January 31, 2025.
3. 2nd Posting 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Somers Public Schools Calendars
7. OLD BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
1. 24-25 Quarter 2 Budget Transfer Request
The Board to approve the Quarter 2 budget transfers. Stephanie Levin, Director of Business
Services, will be available to answer questions.
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Curriculum (next meeting 2/10/25 6p.m., 3/10/25 6 p.m., 5/12/25 5:30 p.m., 6/9/25 6 p.m.)
2. Policy (next meeting TBD)
3. Planning/Finance (next meeting TBD)
4. Salary & Negotiations (next meeting TBD)
5. Building (next meeting 2/4/25 & 2/18/25 2 p.m. - every other Tuesday at 2 p.m.)
10. CABE/CREC/State Dept. of Ed./SEF
11. AUDIENCE TO CITIZENS/STAFF/STUDENTS
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board to enter into Executive Session and invite Dr. Galloway into Executive Session to discuss
the Superintendent's mid-year evaluation.
13. ADJOURNMENT
Library Board Special Meeting
– January 28, 2025
Library Board of Trustees Somers Public Library
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – 6:30 p.m.
Special Meeting due to heating issues cancellation of previous meeting Somers Public Library – 2 Vision Blvd. – Conference Room
Agenda:
First Audience to Citizens
Approval of Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurer’s Report
Financial Business
Year-to-date Financial Report
Committees
Policy – Library of Things – Andy Phillips, Lisa Gladysz, and Ann Levesque
Friends of the Library – Jack Kertenis
Old Business
Pavilion update
New Business
Teen Code of Conduct
Director’s Report
Second Audience to Citizens
Adjournment
Board of Finance
– January 28, 2025
Economic Development Comm
– January 29, 2025
Town of Somers
Economic Development Commission Meeting Agenda for January 29, 2025
Recreation and Leisure Services Budget Presentation – Maureen Parsell
Authorization of Change of Trustee for the Town Employee Pension Plan, Volunteer Firefighter Pension Plan, and Cemetery Investment Fund to from Michael Marinaccio to Brian Wissinger. Brian Wissinger
Approval of Charter Revision Resolution (see attached) Board of Selectmen
Approval of Minutes of January 23, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.
The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting from January 23, 2025, and that minutes of said meeting be approved.
ADJOURNMENTResolution
Board of Selectmen
Town of Somers
Whereas, pursuant to Section 7-190(a) of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Somers at a duly noticed Regular Board of Selectmen Meeting on January 16, 2025 appointed 7 members to the Charter Revision Commission all of Whom shall be residents and electors of the Town of Somers; and
Whereas, the names of those members hereby appointed to the Charter Revision Commission are attached.
Whereas, pursuant to Section 7-190(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Somers, desires to make recommendation to the Charter Revision Commission; and
Whereas, pursuant to Section 7-190(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Somers must establish when said Commission shall submit its draft report the Clerk of the Town of Somers for transmittal to the Board of Selectmen.
Now, Therefore, be it resolved by the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Somers that the following recommendations be directed to the Charter Revision Commission forthwith:
Shall the Town Clerk become an appointed rather than elected position?
Shall the Board of Selectmen appoint a Town Administrator who reports to them and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Town?
Shall the Zoning and Planning Boards be combined a single appointed body?
The review by the Charter Revision Commission is not restricted to the areas identified above.
Be it Further Resolved by the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Somers that the Charter Revision Commission submits to the Clerk of the Town of Somers it’s draft report no later than: June 18, 2025
Town Hall, Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT
CALL TO ORDER
NEW BUSINNESS:
Application #25-001: Cherokee Explosives, Inc., Southington, CT; seeking a Special Use Permit to perform drilling and blasting at 1046 Main Street, Somers; per section 214-8.4D Earthwork; for the construction of a single-family dwelling; foundation and septic system, in the A-1 Residential zone.
I. Call to Order
II. Members Present
III. Audience
IV. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes - 9/9/2024
V. Recreation Report
VI. Parks Report
VII. New Business
•General Discussion
•Spring Sports
•Club 21 Baseball – 50/70 Field
•Affiliated Sports Organizations Update
•Field Maintenance Plan
VIII. Correspondence
IX. Opportunity to add agenda items
X. Next Meeting – March 3rd
XI. Adjournment
BOE- HVAC
– February 4, 2025
Somers Elementary School HVAC Building Committee Meeting
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 2:00PM
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wfx-xegt-hyz
Or dial: (US) +1 786-701-6910 PIN: 276 115 130#
Agenda
PLEASE NOTE NEW MEETING DAY AND TIME
1. Bid Process
a. Update
b. Pre-bid Walkthrough - February 5th
2. Building Committee Meeting - Next scheduled meeting is February 18, 2025
3. Other Business
Please call Daniel Parisi at 860-335-2154 if you are unable to attend this meeting. Thank you.
Charter Revision Comm
– February 5, 2025
TOWN OF SOMERS
CHARTER REVISION COMMISSION
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, February 5th, 2025
6:00pm
Selectmen's Conference Room
1. Call to Order
2. Members present
3. Review of Charge from Board of Selectmen
4. Review of Charter Revision Regulation and timelines
5. Selection of Officers
a. Chairman
b. Vice-Chair
c. Secretary
6. Schedule for future meetings and first Public Hearing
7. Adjournment
Conservation Comm
– February 5, 2025
TOWN OF SOMERS
Conservation Commission
600 Main Street
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2025
7:00 PM TOWN HALL
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. OLD BUSINESS
1. SHOW CAUSE HEARING - ORDER TO CEASE VIOLATION (continued). 183 King Road. Regulated activity within 100 feet of a wetland or watercourse. Nicholas Turnberg.
III. NEW BUSINESS
1. Jurisdictional Ruling/Application #811: 183 King Road. Selective timber harvest within Wetland, with temporary stream crossing. Nicholas Turnberg.
2. Jurisdictional Ruling/Application #812: 122 Watchaug Road. Clearing and regrading farm drainage ditch to expand cropland, creation of farm pond of 3 acres or less within wetland, and clearing vegetation within stormwater pond and regrading surrounding area to expand crop land. Oakridge Dairy, LLC.
3. Jurisdictional Ruling/Application #813: 39 Hurlburt Road. Piping farm drainage ditch to expand crop land. Oakridge Dairy, LLC.
IV. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
V. STAFF REPORT
VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND BILLS
VII. MINUTES APPROVAL: January 8, 2025
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
EPAC- CANCELED
– February 6, 2025
TOWN OF SOMERS
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ADVISORY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
Thursday,
February 6, 2025
8:00 AM at the Fire Station Meeting is Canceled
Request to authorize the First Selectman to execute a Lease Agreement with VCP Somers LF, LLC to install a Solar Photovoltaic System on the Somers capped landfill. Todd Rolland
Local Traffic Authority Request - To Enact a Through Truck Prohibition on Carriage Drive.. Todd Rolland
Approval of Employee Recognition award in the amount of $2,500 to Matthew Cox, Human Services Director. Board of Selectmen
This employee recognition award is proposed for Matthew Cox, Human Services Director, for his outstanding leadership and commitment in initiating and managing the Angel Fund, which was created to provide essential support to residents impacted by the Quality Ave Fire on January 2, 2024. The fund was designed to assist those affected by facilitating access to critical resources such as temporary housing, food assistance, and emotional support services. Matthew's strategic efforts and dedication to community welfare exemplify his capacity to effectively mobilize resources and coordinate with various stakeholders in response to the pressing crisis. His actions not only address the immediate needs of those impacted but also serve to nurture resilience within the community.
Registrar of Voters Budget Presentation - David McCaffrey
Veterans Affairs Budget Presentation – David McCaffrey
Approval of Minutes of January 30, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.
The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting from January 30, 2025, and that minutes of said meeting be approved.
ADJOURNMENT
7February 7, 2025
8February 8, 2025
9February 9, 2025
Board of Ed
– February 10, 2025
Somers Board of Education Regular Meeting Monday, February 10, 2025 7:00 PM
Somers Board of Education Chambers, 1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071
1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of the January 27, 2025 BOE Minutes
The Board to review and approve the minutes from the January 27, 2025 Board meeting. 4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1. Superintendent Update
2. Monthly Budget Report
Stephanie Levin, Director of Business Services, will update the Board on last month's budget. 5. OPPORTUNITY TO ADD/DELETE AGENDA ITEMS 6. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Warrant of February 10, 2025
The Board to review and consent to the warrant of February 10, 2025. 7. OLD BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS
1. Superintendent's Proposed 2025-2026 Budget
Dr. Galloway and Stephanie Levin will answer questions regarding the proposed budget that was
presented at the January 27, 2025 Board meeting.
2. Open Choice Program -- Open Slots
The Board to review and approve the 20 slots in the Open Choice program. This is the same
allocation as in the 2024-2025 school year. 9. COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Curriculum (next meeting 3/10/25 6 p.m., 5/12/25 5:30 p.m., 6/9/25 6 p.m.)
2. Policy
3. Planning/Finance
4. Salary & Negotiations
5. Building (next meeting 2/18/25 2 p.m., 3/4/25 2 p.m., 3/18/25 2 p.m.) 10. CABE/CREC/State Dept. of Ed./SEF 11. AUDIENCE TO CITIZENS/STAFF/STUDENTS 12. ADJOURNMENT
BOE- Curriculum
– February 10, 2025
February 10, 2025
6:00- 7:00 pm
Central Office Conference Room
Agenda Approval of Minutes from January 21, 2025
Cultural Commission
– February 10, 2025
SOMERS CULTURAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
February 10, 2025 – 7:00 p.m. at Piedmont Hall
1. Pledge and Call to Order
2. Secretary’s Report – P. Bachetti
a. Approval of January 13, 2025 Meeting Minutes – P. Bachetti
b. Correspondence – P. Bachetti
3. Treasurer’s Report – T. Schmidt
a. Financial Accounts Report – T. Schmidt
b. Bills for Approval/Pay – T. Schmidt
4. Other Item(s) for Discussion at this meeting
5. Old Business
a. Update 2024 Holiday Fest, K.C. Sisters & discussion of Dec. 6, 2025 Holiday Fest concert - A. Levesque
6. New Business
a. Christmas gift to Eric Peterson in Dept. of Public Works – A. Levesque
b. 2025 Summer Concert series - Dates and entertainers confirmed (6); remaining 3 concerts to consider & vote on – A. Levesque
c. 2025 Sponsor Campaign has begun, need more members to help – A. Levesque
d. Licensing issue in order to continue live-streaming events – T. Simoes
7. Adjournment - next regular meeting, March 10, 2025, 7 pm, Piedmont Hall
Senior Advisory
– February 11, 2025
TOWN OF SOMERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR SENIORS
AGENDA
February 11, 2025 – 1pm to 2pm
Senior Center Meeting Room
Call to Order (Matthew)
Introductions / Audience (Matthew)
Review of Minutes from January 14 (Marilyn and Matthew)
Old Business
none
New Business
Senior Center Update (Donna)
Social and Senior Services Update (Annette)
Announcements/Other (All)
Adjournment
Zoning Board of Appeals - Cancelled
– February 11, 2025
BOE- Special
– February 11, 2025
Somers Board of Education Special Meeting
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 9:30 AM
Somers Board of Education Chambers, 1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071
“The Somers Public Schools strives to be an exceptional and innovative educational community.”
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. Discussion/Possible Action: Student Expulsion Hearing - Executive Session Anticipated
3. ADJOURNMENT
Request to apply for the Small-Town Economic Assistance Grant (STEAP) grant in the amount of $191,224.00 to help fund the replacement of the pour-in-place playground resurfacing at Connor’s Place, Field Road Park. Todd Rolland
Authorize the First Selectman to sign the Municipal Service Agreement and Continuing Disclosure Agreement with Munistat. Brian Wissinger
Library Budget Presentation. Joanne Nichting
Registrar of Voters Budget Presentation. David McCaffrey
Veterans Affairs Budget Presentation. David McCaffrey
Approval of Minutes of February 6, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen.
The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting from February 6, 2025, and that minutes of said meeting be approved.
ADJOURNMENT
Planning Comm
– February 13, 2025
14February 14, 2025
15February 15, 2025
16February 16, 2025
President's Day-Offices Closed
N/A February 17, 2025
Blood Drive
– February 18, 2025
Public Hearing- Charter Revision
– February 18, 2025
Charter Revision Comm
– February 18, 2025
Library Board
– February 18, 2025
Housing Authority
– February 19, 2025
WPCA- Special
– February 19, 2025
TOWN OF SOMERS
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY
600 MAIN ST.
SOMERS, CT 06071
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
2-19-25
7:00 pm
Lower Level Meeting Room
Agenda
I. Somersville WPCF Upgrade - Review bids on the Somersville WPCF Phase One. Take Action whether to Award or Not Award the Contract.
II. Adjournment
Please call Daniel Parisi at 860-335-2154 if you are unable to attend this meeting. Thank you.
