Somers

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Thursdays: 8:00am – 6:30pm

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Mail:
Town of Somers
600 Main Street
Somers, CT 06071
Staffing Directory

Phone:
(860) 763-8201; Selectman’s Office

Email:
Klafleur@somersct.gov

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News & Announcements

Friends of the Somers Library Fall 2021 Used Book Sale
Preview Sale Friday, October 15th from 4-7:00 pm; Open Sale Saturday, October 16th from 9-3:00 pm and Sunday, October 17th from 10-2:00 pm Details available from the following link:
Thank A Vet, Patriotic Tribute
Somers Senior Center celebrating veterans on November 4th with a special ‘Thank A Vet’ program of patriotic songs with Tom Callinan. Click on link below for details:
Flu Clinic
Somers Sr. Center hosting a Flu Clinic on November 01, 2021 from 9-10:00 am — details available from the following link:
Sr. Center October Newsletter
The October, 2021 Newsletter is now available for download from the following link or on the Sr. Center webpage.
Reflective Address Markers
The Somers CERT (Citizen Emergency Response Team), working with the Fire Department, is offering ‘free’ address markers which are visible day or night, reflective and fade resistant. Emergency Personnel need to find your home and ‘if they can’t find you, they can’t help you’. Information and application available from the following link:
Somers School HVAC Request for Proposal Announcement
The Somers Board of Education is accepting proposals from qualified firms to provide a complete HVAC study and cost estimate for three (3) school facilities.Interested firms can obtain the RFP here: School HVAC RFP 09.28.2021 Questions: HVAC Study Questions 09.28.2021 Addendum: HVAC Study Addendum 10.06.2021 Addendum #2: HVAC Study Addendum #2
Zoning Commission – 9/7 Public Hearing Postponed to 9/20/2021
**SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 MEETING CANCELLED AND PUBLIC HEARING POSTPONED** A SPECIAL MEETING WILL BE HELD SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2021 AT 6:00PM Questions or concerns should be directed to Jennifer Roy in the Land Use Department #(860) 763-8220 or jroy@somersct.gov.
Transfer Station Permits Available
The new Fiscal Year Transfer Station Permits are available for purchase from both the Transfer Station and the Town Clerk’s office during regular business hours. The fee is $35.00 per permit valid for one-year. A fillable and printable application can be obtained from the following link:
Legal Notice – Conservation Commission
The Somers Conservation Commission, at a regular meeting on May 5, 2021, voted to approve: App #740: 50 Hangdog Lane. Construct Driveway and Repair Drainage, involving work within both Wetland and Upland Review Area. Roulier Family Limited Partnership/Daniel R. Roulier. App #746: 21 Eleanor Road. Subdivision of property containing wetlands. Eleanor Road Business Center. App […]
Legal Notice- Conservation Commission
The Somers Conservation Commission, at a regular meeting on April 7, 2021, voted to approve: App #745: 603 Hall Hill Road. Construction of Driveway in the Upland Review Area, from Bridle Path Drive, associated with construction of a single family House. A. McCullough Homes.3 Conditions. Dated at Somers, Connecticut, this 11th day of May 2021
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Notes and Comments

Conservation Commission – legal notice
The Somers Conservation Commission, at a regular meeting on October 7, 2020, voted to approve: App #734: 142 Turnpike Road. Construct single family home in Upland Review Area. Estate of Jane Palmer – Frank Palmer Executor. Dated at Somers, Connecticut, this 8th day of October 2020
Planning Commission – legal notice
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Somers, CT will hold a public hearing and meeting on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at 7:00 pm via teleconference to consider an application for the following: One lot re-subdivision: John Jones, 186 Stebbins Road, Somers, CT. To join Zoom Meeting call #646-558-8656 or join video: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899762847?pwd=b1hGVE9XSjd5WVJzdXJrRGs1cXZXUT09 […]
Zoning Board of Appeals – legal notice
Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of Somers, CT, has acted on the following at its public hearing and meeting held via teleconference on Tuesday, October 13, 2020: GRANTED #20-007 Jeff Robbiati, 507 Ninth District Road, Somers, CT seeking a variance from section 214-98 of the Somers Code concerning side yard […]
Planning Commission – Legal Notice
SOMERS PLANNING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of Somers, CT held a public hearing and meeting on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at 7:00 pm via teleconference for the following application: APPROVED Two lot re-subdivision: John and Dorian Jones, 186 Stebbins Road, Somers, CT, with a $2,850.00 per lot fee-in-lieu of open […]
Conservation Commission Legal Notice
The Somers Conservation Commission, at a regular meeting on October 26, 2020, voted to approve: App #736: 236 Watchaug Road. Dredge existing pond to maintain drainage for existing house and lawn. Heather Chase. App #737: 110 Mountain View Road. Construction of driveway within Upland Review Area. Chris Bores. App #738: 186 Stebbins Road. Subdivision of […]
Zoning Commission legal notice
The Somers Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 6:30 PM via teleconference to receive public comments on the following: #20-013: Alico, LLC, 96 White Oak Road, Somers, CT. 214-39 Home Occupation, applicant is seeking Special Use Permit for a home office use, in the Residential A-1 zone. #20-014: […]
Conservation Commission legal notices
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 and associated watercourse on November 5, 2020, located at 51 South Road. The Town of Somers Inland Wetland Agent approved a minimal impact application for construction of a hot tub […]
Zoning Commission – legal notice
TOWN OF SOMERS ZONING COMMISSION The Somers Zoning Commission has acted on the following applications at a Public Hearing held Monday, November 9, 2020 at 6:30 PM via teleconference: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS #20-013: Alico, LLC, 96 White Oak Road, Somers, CT. 214-39 Home Occupation, applicant is seeking Special Use Permit for a home office […]
Legal Notice – Somers ZBA
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 […]
Legal notice – Zoning Commission
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 […]
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Community Calendar

October 2021
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3	4 Library Board October 4, 2021 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Map LIBRARY BOARD OF DIRECTORS SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY MONDAY, October 4, 2021 – 6:30 p.m. Blake Community Room If you are unable to attend please call the library: 860-763-3501 AGENDA: 1. First Audience to Citizens 2. Approval of minutes 3. Correspondence 4. Treasurer’s Reports 5. Financial Business a. Approval of invoices b. Year-to-date budget 6. Committees a. Friends of the Library liaison report 7. Old Business a. Update on Library Director position b. Update on ARPA Grant through CT State Library/IMLS 8. New Business a. Transfer of Treasurer Position b. SES Book Fair c. WiFi network quote d. Hoopla 9. Director’s Report 10. Second Audience to Citizens 11. Adjournment Read more Zoning Commission October 4, 2021 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm AGENDA Monday, October 4, 2021 6:30pm - Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC HEARING continued from 9/20/2021: #21-002: Mark and Karen Murdoch, 359 Mountain Road, Somers; seeking a Special Use Permit for a Farm Vineyard and Winery pursuant to Section 6.12 of the Somers Zoning Regulations to allow the operation of a tasting room and sale of wine for consumption on and off premises. DICUSSION/POSSIBLE DECISION: #21-002: Mark and Karen Murdoch, 359 Mountain Road, Somers; seeking a Special Use Permit for a Farm Vineyard and Winery pursuant to Section 6.12 of the Somers Zoning Regulations to allow the operation of a tasting room and sale of wine for consumption on and off premises. CORRESPONDENCE/OTHER: Review/revise 2021 meeting schedule – November date conflicts with Election/poll preparation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 20, 2021 ADJOURNMENT The Zoning Commission appreciates citizen input. Please contact the Land Use Office (860) 763-8220, during Regular business hours or in writing to find out the best way to communicate your concerns. Read more Cultural Comm Special Mtg October 4, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map SOMERS CULTURAL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA October 4, 2021 – 7:00 p.m. At Piedmont Hall 1. Call to order and Pledge 7 p.m. 2. Secretary’s Report a. Approval of September 13, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes – P. Bachetti b. Correspondence – P. Bachetti 3. Treasurer’s Report a. Financial Accounts Report – B. Guimond b. Bill’s for Approval/Pay – B. Guimond 4. Old Business a. 2021 Piedmont Coffeehouse discussion continued and vote – A. Levesque b. Spring, Summer and Fall Concert Series discussion cont’d – A. Levesque 5. New Business a. Sponsor Campaign 2022 – A. Levesque b. Approval of 2022 Regular Meeting Calendar – A. Levesque 6. Adjournment (next regular meeting Monday, November 11, 2021) Read more	5 WPCA October 5, 2021 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Map TOWN OF SOMERS WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY 600 MAIN ST. SOMERS, CT 06071 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 10/5/21 7:30 pm Town Hall Meeting Room I. Minutes II. Somersville WPCF - Pilot Project: Executive Session – Legal Strategy III. 2021 Sewer Billing IV. Correspondence/Audience Participation V. Bills/Transfers VI. Adjournment Please call Steve Jacobs at 763-8216 if you are unable to attend this meeting. Thank you. Read more	6 IT Governance Committee October 6, 2021 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm TOWN OF SOMERS IT GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Town Hall – Selectmen’s Conference Room Wednesday October 6, 2021 at 3:00pm 1. Call to Order 2. Members Present 3. Introduction to Adam Suzor, SHI’s MSP Selection 4. Presentation and Discussion 5. Review of Options 6. Adjournment Read more Conservation Commission October 6, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map TOWN OF SOMERS Conservation Commission 600 Main Street REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2021 7:00 PM TOWN HALL AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. OLD BUSINESS 1. Discussion/Possible Decision: Application #755: 80 Wood Road/538 Turnpike Road. Resubdivision of property to create an additional residential lot with new house and barn in the Upland Review Area. T-Square Builders, LLC. III. NEW BUSINESS 1. Application #756: 121 Scully Road. Construction of single family home in the Upland Review Area. Kumiega Bonnie Drumm and Peter A III. 2. Application #757/Jurisdictional Ruling: 41 Wood Road. Selective tree cutting in the Upland Review Area. Adam and Gina Van Wingerden. 3. Application #758: 349 Main Street. Expansion of parking and drainage improvements in the Upland Review Area, with drainage outfall within created wetland. Driving Range 349 Main Street LLC. 4. Application #759: 10 Eleanor Road. Grading and utilities in the Upland Review Area, associated with construction of single family home. Steven Riley. 5. Application #760/Jurisdictional Ruling: 80 Pond Circle. Clear-cutting in the Upland Review Area, associated with agricultural activities. Neysha Matos. IV. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION V. STAFF REPORT VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND BILLS VII. MINUTES APPROVAL: September 1, 2021 VIII. ADJOURNMENT Read more	7 Emergency Prep Advisory Council October 7, 2021 8:00 am – 9:00 am Map TOWN OF SOMERS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Thursday, Oct 7th, 2021 8:00 AM Fire Station 1. Call to Order 2. Members Present 3. Old Business a. COVID 19 Update 4. New Business a. CERT Report b. General Discussion 5. Approval of Minutes: September 2, 2021 6. Adjournment Read more Board of Selectmen October 7, 2021 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Map TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF SELECTMEN October 7, 2021 6:00 PM Selectmen’s Conference Room Call To Order Members Present Pledge of Allegiance Staffing - Library Director Eagle Scout Projects Set Town Meeting Date – Separation Payouts Proposed Ordinance – Reserve for Separation Benefits Fund & Set Public Hearing WPCA – De-Chlorination Process Authorization of Scheduled Payments Adjournment Video of this meeting can be found at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A Read more	8	9
10	11 Columbus Day Offices Closed October 11, 2021 N/A Read more Cultural Comm - Cancelled October 11, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map Read more	12 Zoning Board of Appeals - Cancelled October 12, 2021 N/A Map OCTOBER 12, 2021 MEETING CANCELLED The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Questions or concerns should be directed to Jennifer Roy in the Land Use Department #(860)763-8220 or jroy@somersct.gov. Read more Senior Advisory October 12, 2021 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm TOWN OF SOMERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR SENIORS October 12, 2021 at 1:30 Kibbe Fuller I. Call to Order II. Approval of 9/14/21 minutes III. Audience IV. Correspondence V. Old Business VI. New Business A. Social Services update B. Senior Center update VII. Committee Updates VIII. Adjournment Read more Long Term Recovery - Cancelled October 12, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map Next regular meeting scheduled for November 9, 2021 Read more	13 WPCA - Special Meeting October 13, 2021 7:30 pm TOWN OF SOMERS WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY 600 MAIN ST. SOMERS, CT 06071 SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA October 13, 2021 7:30 pm Tele- Conference 1. SOMERSVILLE WPCF – Pilot Project, Executive Session Meeting will be held thru tele-conference: Please call Steven Jacobs at 860-763-8216 if you are unable to attend this meeting. Thank you. Read more	14 Planning Commission October 14, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Thursday, October 14, 2021 - 7:00 PM Somers Town Hall Lower Level Conference Room, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT CALL TO ORDER AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION (only items not on the agenda) PUBLIC HEARING: Application #429 for a proposed 1 Lot Re-subdivision: Rumore, 242 Billing Road, Somers. Application #430 for a proposed 1 Lot Re-subdivision: Daniel Fraro, 80 Wood Road, Somers. OLD BUSINESS: Discussion/possible decision - Application #429 for a proposed 1 Lot Re-subdivision: Rumore, 242 Billing Road, Somers. 2. Application #430 for a proposed 1 Lot Re-subdivision: Daniel Fraro, 80 Wood Road, Somers. NEW BUSINESS: Application for a proposed Reconfiguration of land: David Worthington, 17 County Road, Somers. MINUTES APPROVAL: September 9, 2021 ADJOURNMENT Read more	15	16
17	18 Zoning Commission - Special Meeting October 18, 2021 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm ZONING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Monday, October 18, 2021 6:00pm - Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC HEARING continued from October 4, 2021: #21-002: Mark and Karen Murdoch, 359 Mountain Road, Somers; seeking a Special Use Permit for a Farm Vineyard and Winery pursuant to Section 6.12 of the Somers Zoning Regulations to allow the operation of a tasting room and sale of wine for consumption on and off premises. DICUSSION/POSSIBLE DECISION: #21-002: Mark and Karen Murdoch, 359 Mountain Road, Somers; seeking a Special Use Permit for a Farm Vineyard and Winery pursuant to Section 6.12 of the Somers Zoning Regulations to allow the operation of a tasting room and sale of wine for consumption on and off premises. ADJOURNMENT The Zoning Commission appreciates citizen input. Please contact the Land Use Office (860) 763-8220, during Regular business hours or in writing to find out the best way to communicate your concerns. Read more Open Space and Trail Comm October 18, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map Open Space and Trails Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, October 18th, 7:00 pm Town Hall, Auditorium I. Call to order II. Members present III. Audience IV. Approval of prior meeting minutes (09/20/2021) V. Correspondence VI. Old Business A. Girl Scout butterfly Meadow Update – Signs installed? B. Trails Brochure – we received another 1,000 in August C. Bald Mountain trail system marking D. Eagle Scout bench project is approved by the BOS E. Project Plan Review VII. New Business A. Grant opportunities? The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is now accepting proposals for Connecticut’s Recreational Trails Program, which provides funding for projects that add to or enhance the state ’s 2,000 miles of multi-use trails and bike paths that connect cities to the outdoors, provide opportunities for green commuting and crisscross some of the state 's most picturesque terrain. The Connecticut Recreational Trails Program provides funding for projects that include the following uses: planning and design of trails; construction of new trails; maintenance and restoration of existing recreational trails; access to trails by persons with disabilities; purchase and lease of trail construction and maintenance equipment; acquisition of land or easements for a trail, or for trail corridors; and operation of educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection a s related to recreational trails. Applications for the current grant round will be accepted through November 1, 2021. Grant amounts vary and can pay up to 80% of eligible project costs. Visit www.ct.gov/deep/ctrectrails for details and applications. For further information contact: Laurie Giannotti, DEEP Recreational Trails & Greenways Program at (860) 424-3578. I. Opportunity to add agenda items II. Next Meeting – Monday, November 15th, 2021 III. Adjournment Read more	19	20 Housing Authority October 20, 2021 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Map Read more	21 Pension Committee October 21, 2021 9:00 am – 10:00 am Map Read more Board of Selectmen October 21, 2021 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Map Read more Special Town Meeting October 21, 2021 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Legal Notice Special Town Meeting Town of Somers Thursday, October 21, 2021 Town Hall Auditorium A Special Town Meeting will be held at the Somers Town Hall, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT, on Thursday, October 21, 2021 beginning at 6:00pm. Elect a Moderator To vote on an appropriation of $130,980 from the General Fund for Separation Payouts Adjournment Dated at Somers, CT this 14 day of October, 2021. Board of Selectmen C.G. “Bud” Knorr, Jr., First Selectman Timothy Potrikus Timothy Keeney Publication Date: Friday, October 15, 2021. Read more	22	23
24	25	26 Brd of Finance October 26, 2021 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Map Read more	27 Economic Development October 27, 2021 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Map Read more	28	29	30
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Upcoming Events

- 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm, October 18, 2021 – Zoning Commission - Special Meeting
- 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, October 18, 2021 – Open Space and Trail Comm
- 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, October 20, 2021 – Housing Authority
- 9:00 am – 10:00 am, October 21, 2021 – Pension Committee

Board of Finance

Library Board

Zoning Commission

Cultural Comm Special Mtg

WPCA

IT Governance Committee

Conservation Commission

Emergency Prep Advisory Council

Board of Selectmen

Columbus Day Offices Closed

Cultural Comm - Cancelled

Zoning Board of Appeals - Cancelled

Senior Advisory

Long Term Recovery - Cancelled

WPCA - Special Meeting

Planning Commission

Zoning Commission - Special Meeting

Open Space and Trail Comm

Housing Authority

Pension Committee

Board of Selectmen

Special Town Meeting

Brd of Finance

Economic Development

Library Board

Zoning Commission - cancelled

Conservation Commission

Emergency Prep Advisory Council

Board of Selectmen