Name: Board of Selectmen
Start: 2022-02-03T18:00:00+00:00
End: 2022-02-03T19:00:00+00:00
Location: Town Hall

Monday – Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Thursdays: 8:00am – 6:30pm

Fridays Closed

Closed Weekends and Federal/State Holidays

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

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

Email:
Klafleur@somersct.gov

Citizen Request Center

Live & Recorded Meetings

Charter / Regulations

Emergency Preparedness

News & Announcements

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT NOTICE, BOILER REPLACEMENT
TOWN OF SOMERS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BOILER REPLACEMENT SOMERS HIGH SCHOOL The Town of Somers will be accepting proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide a turnkey replacement of two existing hot water heating boilers, pumps, water heaters, and associated appurtenances at the Somers High School in Somers, CT. Interested individuals and firms […]
COVID HOME TESTS
You can now request 4 in home covid tests per household through the following website – https://www.covidtests.gov/
Stafford Springs COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, Hosted by the American Legion Post 26 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC January 19, 2022 and February 9, 2022 3pm to 7pm Location: 10 Monson Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 Walk in Clinic – No Appointments 1st, 2nd and Booster Shots Pfizer, Moderna, J&J will be available to all those 12 and older […]
Annual Storm Water Report Notice
The Town of Somers has prepared a draft Annual Report for the calendar year 2021 per the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems effective July 1, 2017. The Annual Report will be available for public review at the following address […]
Sign up for Text Alerts!
If we can’t REACH YOU, we can’t ALERT YOU! Text SOMERS to 888777 to enroll in Somers Everbridge Alert System. You can decide if you want to receive alerts by text, email or phone. You can also decide the types of alerts you would like to receive. Stay informed of significant issues such as road […]
Town Hall Drop Box Utilization
All individuals are requested to utilize the Drop-Box located outside just prior to the main entry of the Town Hall as much as possible. (This is not mandated) Transactions such as Tax Payments and recordings can be deposited to the Drop-Box. All documentation will be distributed accordingly and reviewed on a daily basis by the […]
Mask Mandate to Enter Municipal Buildings
Effective immediately, the Selectmen are mandating the wearing of masks upon entering all Municipal Buildings regardless of vaccination status. Safety protocols and distancing will be requested of all visitors. Safety is one of the highest priorities for the Selectmen in protecting all residents and staff. Please, we ask everyone’s patience and cooperation as we navigate […]
DPW Winter Operations Guide
It’s that time of year again. Please find our winter operations guide here: 2021 – 2022 Winter Operations Guide. There are helpful tips for clearing your driveway on page six and US Postal Services guidelines for proper mailbox installation on page seven.Thank you and happy holidays,
Volunteers needed for Boards and Commissions
Board/Commission/Committee vacancies If you are interested in serving on a Committee please send a letter or email of interest to Kim LaFleur at klafleur@somersct.gov or mail to 600 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071. If you have any questions or want to learn more about a specific Board please contact Kim LaFleur at 860-763-8201 or klafleur@somersct.gov. […]
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:

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT NOTICE, BOILER REPLACEMENT
TOWN OF SOMERS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BOILER REPLACEMENT SOMERS HIGH SCHOOL The Town of Somers will be accepting proposals from qualified individuals or firms to provide a turnkey replacement of two existing hot water heating boilers, pumps, water heaters, and associated appurtenances at the Somers High School in Somers, CT. Interested individuals and firms […]
COVID HOME TESTS
You can now request 4 in home covid tests per household through the following website – https://www.covidtests.gov/
Stafford Springs COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, Hosted by the American Legion Post 26 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC January 19, 2022 and February 9, 2022 3pm to 7pm Location: 10 Monson Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 Walk in Clinic – No Appointments 1st, 2nd and Booster Shots Pfizer, Moderna, J&J will be available to all those 12 and older […]
Annual Storm Water Report Notice
The Town of Somers has prepared a draft Annual Report for the calendar year 2021 per the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems effective July 1, 2017. The Annual Report will be available for public review at the following address […]
Sign up for Text Alerts!
If we can’t REACH YOU, we can’t ALERT YOU! Text SOMERS to 888777 to enroll in Somers Everbridge Alert System. You can decide if you want to receive alerts by text, email or phone. You can also decide the types of alerts you would like to receive. Stay informed of significant issues such as road […]
Town Hall Drop Box Utilization
All individuals are requested to utilize the Drop-Box located outside just prior to the main entry of the Town Hall as much as possible. (This is not mandated) Transactions such as Tax Payments and recordings can be deposited to the Drop-Box. All documentation will be distributed accordingly and reviewed on a daily basis by the […]
Mask Mandate to Enter Municipal Buildings
Effective immediately, the Selectmen are mandating the wearing of masks upon entering all Municipal Buildings regardless of vaccination status. Safety protocols and distancing will be requested of all visitors. Safety is one of the highest priorities for the Selectmen in protecting all residents and staff. Please, we ask everyone’s patience and cooperation as we navigate […]
DPW Winter Operations Guide
It’s that time of year again. Please find our winter operations guide here: 2021 – 2022 Winter Operations Guide. There are helpful tips for clearing your driveway on page six and US Postal Services guidelines for proper mailbox installation on page seven.Thank you and happy holidays,
Volunteers needed for Boards and Commissions
Board/Commission/Committee vacancies If you are interested in serving on a Committee please send a letter or email of interest to Kim LaFleur at klafleur@somersct.gov or mail to 600 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071. If you have any questions or want to learn more about a specific Board please contact Kim LaFleur at 860-763-8201 or klafleur@somersct.gov. […]
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:
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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

Events in January 2022

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2	3 Somers Public Library 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm January 3, 2022 LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY MONDAY, January 3, 2022 – 6:30 p.m. SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY – 2 VISION BLVD. – BOARD ROOM AGENDA: 1. Meet & vote in new Board Member 2. First Audience to Citizens 3. Approval of minutes 4. Correspondence 5. Treasurer’s Reports 6. Financial Business a. Approval of invoices b. Year-to-date budget 7. Committees a. Elect new Budget Committee members 8. Old Business a. Invoice procedure b. Alarm system schools/library 9. New Business a. Staff photocopier maintenance agreement b. Assoc. of CT. Library Board renewal c. Distribute 2022 Board of Trustees Roster/Contact Info sheet 10. Director’s Report 11. Second Audience to Citizens 12. Adjournment Map Read more Zoning Commission 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm January 3, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS - ZONING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Monday, January 3, 2022 6:30pm - Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT CALL TO ORDER DICUSSION/POSSIBLE DECISION: Application #21-002 Applicant: Mark and Karen Murdoch d/b/a Worthington Vineyards LLC, Owner: Somers Mountain Properties LLC, 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. ANNUAL MEETING: Election of officers Review of by-laws APPROVAL OF MINUTES: December 6, 2021 and December 13, 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. Map Read more	4 WPCA 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 4, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY 600 MAIN ST. SOMERS, CT 06071 NOTICE January 4, 2022, Regular Meeting Cancelled Due to Lack of Quorom. Next regular meeting will be held January 11, 2022 at 7p.m. Please call Daniel Parisi at 860-209-1615 if you are unable to attend this meeting. Thank you. Map Read more	5 IT Governance Committee 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm January 5, 2022 Map Read more Conservation Commission 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 5, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS Conservation Commission 600 Main Street REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2022 7:00 PM TOWN HALL AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. OLD BUSINESS 1. Discussion/Possible Decision: Application #761: 89 Winwood Circle. Construction of detached garage in the Upland Review Area. Mark Powichrowski. 2. Discussion/Possible Decision: Application #762: 117 Durkee Road. Construction of addition and deck in the Upland Review Area. T-Square Builders. 3. Discussion/Possible Decision: Application #763: 207 Stafford Road. Extension of driveway and construction of detached garage in the Upland Review Area. Peter and Joy Ferwerda. III. NEW BUSINESS 1. Application #764: 271/279 Billings Road. Construction of single family house and barn in the Upland Review Area. Ronald L. and Lisa J. Bilodeau. 2. Jurisdictional Ruling/Application #765 (after the fact): 520 Hall Hill Road. Clear-Cutting in Regulated Area to reclaim farmland. Jarmoc Tobacco, LLC. 3. Jurisdictional Ruling/Application #766: Pinedale Road. Remove accumulated sediment from drainage easement/watercourse. Town of Somers. IV. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION V. STAFF REPORT VI. CORRESPONDENCE AND BILLS VII. MINUTES APPROVAL: November 3, 2021 VIII. ADJOURNMENT Map Read more	6 Emergency Prep Advisory Council 8:00 am – 9:00 am January 6, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Thursday, Jan 6th, 2022 8:00 AM Fire Station Call to Order Members Present Old Business COVID 19 Update New Business CERT Report General Discussion Approval of Minutes: December 2, 2021 Adjournment Map Read more Board of Selectmen 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm January 6, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF SELECTMAN REGULAR MEETING AGENDA January 6, 2022 6:00pm Town Hall Lower Level Auditorium MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A/featured CALL TO ORDER: Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call PUBLIC COMMENT: Public Comment: C.). EXECUTIVE SESSION: NONE D.) PRESENTATIONS BY THE FIRST SELECTMAN E.) CONSENT AGENDA BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: APPOINTMENTS/RESIGNATIONS F.) OPPORTUNITY TO ADD URGENT AGENDA ITEMS G.) FINANCE REPORT Report and Update from the Chief Financial Officer CIP Committee Update / Discussion Transfers/Amendments Presentation and approval of scheduled payments H.) UPDATES FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS I.) PENDING BUSINESS Discussion and possible action on approving recommended Vendor for Police Body Cameras and other equipment. Received Attorney Comments. Contract is with Vendor for revisions. Discussion and possible action on Town staffing and reorganization i.e. Sanitarian, Town Engineer/Land Use Department. J.) NEW BUSINESS Discussion and Action on FFY 2021 State Homeland Security Grant Program Region 3 Memorandum of Agreement and Approval of Resolution. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Discussion and Possible Action on Proposed Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Historical Museum Roof Fire Department heating repairs Town Hall LED display sign Fire Department LED display sign Recycling Center fencing Town Hall Auditorium flooring Fire Department Holmatro Extrication Tools Fire Department Thermal Imager Fire Department Fit Tester DPW Sweeper repairs Park 1-ton dump truck replacement Park Pick-up truck replacement Highway Pick-up truck replacement DPW skid steer Animal Control truck replacement Police Car replacement Presentation and Possible Action on the Request to Fill an Open Seasonal On-Call Plow Operator. Discussion and Possible Action on the Request to Consider a Shared Recycling Center Coordinator with the Towns of Ellington and East Windsor. Presentation of Department of Public Works FYY 2022/23. K.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Minutes of December 15, 2021 Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Special Meeting from December 15, 2021and that minutes of said meeting be approved. Approval of Minutes of December 16, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting from December 16, 2021 and that minutes of said meeting be approved. Approval of Minutes of December 21, 2021 Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Special meeting from December 21, 2021 and that minutes of said meeting be approved. L.) ATTACHMENTS Monthly Department Reports to Board of Selectman M.) ADJOURNMENT Map Read more	7	8
9	10 Cultural Commission 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 10, 2022 SOMERS CULTURAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA January 10, 2022 – 7:00 p.m. Zoom or Phone Meeting in Place To join the meeting, click on this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7180686404?pwd=bE8rSGlFdUowOXVlWmVSVllSSnhBQT09 You may have to enter the Meeting ID: 718 068 6404 and the Passcode: 7Ka2yn. To join by phone, dial 1-929-436-2866 and enter Meeting ID: 718 068 6404 and Passcode: 140799 1. Pledge and Call To Order 2. Secretary’s Report a. Approval of November 8, 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. Historical Update – C. Rusinowski b. Update, discussion and vote on Jan - April, 2022 Piedmont Coffeehouse Series - A. Levesque c. 2022 Spring Concert Opening Date Consideration (April 30/May 1 or May 14/15) d. Cancel Fall concert date due to Four Town Fair and Parade (Sat., Sept 16, 2022) e. Update Sponsor Campaign – A. Murphy f. Update December 3, 2021 Holiday event (losing Nov/Dec Coffeehouses & audio issues, Kwanzaa items) – A. Levesque g. Update Summer Family Movies at SHS - I. Nolasco 5. New Business a. 2 nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration – A. Levesque/G. Genece b. 2022 SHS Scholarship – Bob Hall c. Change of SCC September meeting date – A. Levesqu Map Read more Education Board of 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 10, 2022 Read more	11 Zoning Board of Appeals - Cancelled N/A January 11, 2022 JANUARY 11, 2022 MEETING CANCELLED The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Questions or concerns should be directed to Jennifer Roy in the Land Use Department #(860)763-8220 or jroy@somersct.gov. Map Read more Sr. Advisory Committee 1:31 pm – 2:31 pm January 11, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR SENIORS January 11, 2022 at 1:30 Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82385331279?pwd=b0NvRUdLMExpUENNTmZBTmJRTnlRZz09 Meeting ID: 823 8533 1279 Passcode: 941431 Call to Order Approval of 11/9/21 minutes III. Audience Correspondence Old Business New Business Social Services update Senior Center update VII. Committee Updates VIII. Adjournment Map Read more Board of Finance Special Meeting 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 11, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF FINANCE SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Town Hall – Lower Level Conference Room Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 7:00 pm Call to Order Members Present BOE Update Selectmen’s Update CFO’s Update Budget Update Mid-Year FY 2022 Draft of Budget Process Dates for FY 2023 CIP Update American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Funding Request Approvals Appropriations and Transfers Approval of Minutes 10/26/2021 – Regular Board of Finance Meeting 11/16/2021 – Special Board of Finance Meeting 12//1/2021 – Special Board of Finance Meeting 12/6/2021 – Special Board of Finance Meeting 12/14/2021 – Special Board of Finance Meeting Adjournment This meeting is also being live-streamed and video-recorded and will be available for viewing on the Town’s website in both real-time and after-the-fact. Video of this meeting can be found at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A Read more COVID Long Term Recovery 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 11, 2022 Map Read more WPCA - Special Meeting 7:00 pm January 11, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS WATER POLLUTION CONTROL AUTHORITY 600 MAIN ST. SOMERS, CT 06071 SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA January 11, 2022 7:00 pm Town Hall Meeting Room 1. Minutes 2. Somersville WPCF: Facility Upgrade Project funding 3. WPCF Plant Upgrade : Weston & Sampson 4. WPCA 2022-23 Budget 5. Correspondence/Audience Participation 6. Bills/Transfers 7. WPCA Superintendent 8. Adjournment Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86893183564?pwd=MlUwZXdVV2hBQ1o4YTA5b0l1Z0h0Zz09 Meeting ID: 868 9318 3564 Passcode: 026511 Call in: 1 646 558 8656 (New York) Please call Daniel Parisi 860-209-1615 if you are unable to attend this meeting. Thank you. Read more Zoning Board of Appeals 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 11, 2022 Map Read more	12 Planning Commission - Special Meeting 6:00 pm January 12, 2022 PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Wednesday, January 12, 2022 - 6:00 PM Somers Town Hall Lower Level Conference Room, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT CALL TO ORDER NEW BUSINESS: Proposed 1 lot Subdivision for parcel located at 600 Hall Hill Road, Somers, owner Christopher Williams. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE DECISION: Proposed 1 lot Subdivision for parcel located at 600 Hall Hill Road, Somers, owner Christopher Williams. MINUTES APPROVAL: November 18, 2021 ADJOURNMENT Read more Untitled Event 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm January 12, 2022 Read more Cemetery Committee 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm January 12, 2022 Somers Cemetery Agenda January 12, 2022 Town Hall lower level 6:30 PM CaII to order: Members present: Vote to approve November's minutes. Committee Reports: Finance: Brian Wissinger Sexton: Jay D'Leo Landscaping (John Guzie) American Legion {if needed) Veteran's Office (If needed) DPW (Todd Rolland) If needed Old business Report on removal of shrubs from Old West (Champion/ Howard) plots. See November minutes. Continuation of conversation on dog issues at Center Cemetery. Preliminary discussion of plans for the open space at Center Cemetery as laid out in the New Business of November's meeting. New Business - A request from Tim Keeney for removal of dead shrubs from near the Keeney vault in Old West Cemetery and replace them with new shrubs in the Spring. Mr. Keeney was advised to discuss with Todd Rolland (tree warden) first before coming to the committee. Question of: type/ style, number and placement of plantings. Item for discussion from Anne Levesque re: New West Cemetery Considerations for March meeting: Adjournment: Map Read more	13 CIP Committee 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm January 13, 2022 Map Read more Board of Selectmen - Special Meeting 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm January 13, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF SELECTMAN SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA January 13, 2022 – 5:30pm Town Hall/Selectmen’s Conference Room MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A/featured A.) CALL TO ORDER: Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call B.) PUBLIC COMMENT: Public Comment C.) EXECUTIVE SESSION: Anticipated Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel matter/possible dismissal of Town Building Official. D.) ACTION: Action on proposed dismissal of Town Building Official. E.) ADJOURNMENT Read more Board of Selectmen 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm January 13, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF SELECTMAN REGULAR MEETING AGENDA January 13, 2022 6:00pm Town Hall Lower Level Auditorium MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A/featured A.) CALL TO ORDER: Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call B.) PUBLIC COMMENT: Public Comment: C.). EXECUTIVE SESSION: NONE D.) PRESENTATIONS BY THE FIRST SELECTMAN E.) CONSENT AGENDA BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: APPOINTMENTS/RESIGNATIONS F.) OPPORTUNITY TO ADD URGENT AGENDA ITEMS G.) FINANCE REPORT Transfers/Amendments Presentation and approval of scheduled payments H.) UPDATES FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS I.) PENDING BUSINESS Discussion and possible action on approving recommended Vendor for Police Body Cameras and other equipment. Received Attorney Comments. Contract is with Vendor for Discussion and possible action on Town staffing and reorganization e. Sanitarian, Town Engineer/Land Use Department. J.) NEW BUSINESS Recreation Director Salary Budget Workshop Tax Collector Town Clerk Finance Department K.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES L.) ADJOURNMENT Map Read more Planning Commission - Cancelled 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm January 13, 2022 *JANUARY 13, 2022 MEETING CANCELLED* A Special meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 6:00pm. Questions or concerns should be directed to the Land Use Department (860)763-8220. Map Read more	14	15
16	17 Martin Luther King Jr Closed N/A January 17, 2022 Read more	18 Zoning Commission - Special Meeting 6:30 pm January 18, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS - ZONING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, January 18, 2022 6:30pm - Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT CALL TO ORDER DICUSSION/POSSIBLE DECISION: Application #21-002 Applicant: Mark and Karen Murdoch d/b/a Worthington Vineyards LLC, Owner: Somers Mountain Properties LLC, 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. DISCUSSION Public Act 21-1 “An act concerning Responsible and Equitable Regulation of Adult-Use Cannabis” and Cannabis establishments; discussion of possible action/regulation amendments. 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. Map Read more	19 Housing Authority 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm January 19, 2022 Housing Authority of the Town of Somers Meeting January 19, 2022 – 1:00 p.m. 71 Battle Street Meeting Cancellation The meeting scheduled for January 19, 2022, is cancelled Map Read more	20 Pension Boad 9:00 am – 10:00 am January 20, 2022 PENSION COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 20, 2022, THURSDAY 9:00 TOWN HALL CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 21, 2021 REPORT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE SOMERS CFO: MIKE MARINACCIO AND BRIAN WISSINGER Town cash Firefighters Fund cash Hooker and Holcombe Report? INVESTMENT REVIEW AND DECISIONS FOR THE TOWN FUND: KEVIN NICHOLS AND JOE MATTHEWS Bond returns? INVESTMENT REVIEW AND DECISIONS FOR THE VOLUNTEER FIRE FUND: KEVIN NICHOLS AND JOE MATTHEWS IDEAS FOR ADDITIONAL MEMBERS ADJOURNMENT Map Read more Board of Selectmen 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm January 20, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF SELECTMAN REGULAR MEETING AGENDA January 20, 2022 6:00pm Town Hall Lower Level Auditorium MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A/featured A.) CALL TO ORDER: Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call B.) PUBLIC COMMENT: Public Comment: C.). EXECUTIVE SESSION: NONE D.) PRESENTATIONS BY THE FIRST SELECTMAN E.) CONSENT AGENDA BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: APPOINTMENTS/RESIGNATIONS F.) OPPORTUNITY TO ADD URGENT AGENDA ITEMS G.) FINANCE REPORT Transfers/Amendments Presentation and approval of scheduled payments H.) UPDATES FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS I.) PENDING BUSINESS Discussion and possible action on approving recommended Vendor for Police Body Cameras and other equipment. Received Attorney Comments. Contract is with Vendor for Discussion and possible action on Town staffing and reorganization e. Sanitarian, Town Engineer/Land Use Department. J.) NEW BUSINESS Assistant Town Clerk Salary Request Resignation of First Selectman as the Building Official Appointment of New Building Official Budget Workshop Emergency Management Fire Department K.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES L.) ADJOURNMENT Map Read more	21	22
23	24 Education Board of 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 24, 2022 Read more	25 Board of Finance 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm January 25, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF FINANCE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Town Hall – Lower Level Conference Room Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 7:00 pm Call to Order Members Present BOE Update Selectmen’s Update CFO’s Update Budget Update FY 2023 Budget Process Dates for FY 2023 CIP Update American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Funding Status Appropriations and Transfers Approval of Minutes 1/11/2022 – Special Board of Finance Meeting Adjournment This meeting is also being live-streamed and video-recorded and will be available for viewing on the Town’s website in both real-time and after-the-fact. Video of this meeting can be found at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A Map Read more	26	27 Board of Selectmen 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm January 27, 2022 TOWN OF SOMERS BOARD OF SELECTMAN REGULAR MEETING AGENDA January 27, 2022 6:00pm Town Hall Lower Level Auditorium MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitLJvpaGg5rGsVVbsUYK8A/featured A.) CALL TO ORDER: Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call B.) PUBLIC COMMENT: Public Comment: C.). EXECUTIVE SESSION: NONE D.) PRESENTATIONS BY THE FIRST SELECTMAN E.) CONSENT AGENDA BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS: APPOINTMENTS/RESIGNATIONS Discussion and Possible Action on a Youth Services Advisory Board Recommendation – Allison Maynard F.) OPPORTUNITY TO ADD URGENT AGENDA ITEMS G.) FINANCE REPORT Transfers/Amendments Presentation and approval of scheduled payments H.) UPDATES FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS I.) PENDING BUSINESS Discussion and possible action on approving recommended Vendor for Police Body Cameras and other equipment. Received Attorney Comments. Contract is with Vendor for Discussion and possible action on Town staffing and reorganization e. Sanitarian, Town Engineer/Land Use Department. Pension Plan Amendment – Section 6.1 –Finance Dept. J.) NEW BUSINESS Discussion and possible action to Authorize the First Selectmen to sign letters of Agreement between the Town of Somers and Eversource. Budget Workshop Selectmen’s Budget Registrar of Voters K.) APPROVALOFMINUTES Approval of Minutes of January 6, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Special Meeting from January 6, 2022 and that minutes of said meeting be approved. Approval of Minutes of January 13, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Regular Meeting from January 3, 2022 and that minutes of said meeting be approved. Approval of Minutes of January 13, 2022 Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Special meeting from January 13, 2022 and that minutes of said meeting be approved. Approval of Minutes of January 20, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen. The Board of Selectmen waives the reading of the minutes of the Regular meeting from January 20, 2022 and that minutes of said meeting be approved. L.) ADJOURNMENT Map Read more	28	29
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Upcoming Events

- 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, February 1, 2022 – WPCA
- 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, February 2, 2022 – Conservation Commission
- 8:00 am – 9:00 am, February 3, 2022 – Emergency Prep Advisory Council
- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, February 3, 2022 – Board of Selectmen
- 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, February 7, 2022 – Somers Public Library
- 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, February 7, 2022 – Zoning Comm
- 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, February 7, 2022 – Recreation Commission

Events in January 2022

Somers Public Library

Zoning Commission

WPCA

IT Governance Committee

Conservation Commission

Emergency Prep Advisory Council

Board of Selectmen

Cultural Commission

Education Board of

Zoning Board of Appeals - Cancelled

Sr. Advisory Committee

Board of Finance Special Meeting

COVID Long Term Recovery

WPCA - Special Meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

Planning Commission - Special Meeting

Untitled Event

Cemetery Committee

CIP Committee

Board of Selectmen - Special Meeting

Board of Selectmen

Planning Commission - Cancelled

Martin Luther King Jr Closed

Zoning Commission - Special Meeting

Housing Authority

Pension Boad

Board of Selectmen

Education Board of

Board of Finance

Board of Selectmen

WPCA

Conservation Commission

Emergency Prep Advisory Council

Board of Selectmen