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BUDGET FUNCTION
The Zoning Board of Appeals has three primary functions, as defined in Connecticut State
Statute:
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To hear and make decisions concerning requests to vary standards in the Waterford
Zoning Regulations
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To hear appeals of decisions made by the Zoning Enforcement Officer
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To review certificates of location for motor vehicle uses, including dealer/repairer
licenses
The following proposal represents 0% increase over the approved FY 26 budget.
MEMBERS
Cathy Gonyo, Chair
Anne Darling, Vice Chair
Michele Kripps
John Morgan
William Herzfeld
ALTERNATES
Jason Kohl
Greg Gallup

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TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
Zoning Board of Appeals
BUDGET SUMMARY
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS: Proposed Fiscal Year 2027
SERVICES:
10115-52010-101-010-15-00-52 ADVERTISING 
3, /00
10115-52020-101-010-15-00-52 POSTAGE 
160
10115-52050-101-010-15-00-52 DUES, CONFERENCES & EDUCATION 
400
TOTAL 
S$ 4,260
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES:
10115-53010-101-010-15-00-53 OFFICE SUPPLIES 
50
TOTAL 
50
TOTAL 
S$ 4,310
Advertising Line 10115-52010
S 3,700 Requested
The ZBA is required under the Connecticut General Statutes to advertise notice of public
hearings and Board actions. The cost of each advertisement depends on the complexity of the
actual applications. Average advertising costs for individual applications in the last five years
ranged from $210 to over $400. Total annual advertising costs can vary significantly from year
to year based on the number of applications the ZBA receives.

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
Zoning Board of Appeals
Postage Line 10115-52020
S 160 Requested
All ZBA public hearing notices and actions are sent via certified mail to the applicants. Property
owners and agents also receive these mailings. Each certified letter costs approximately $6.75.
The department has seen an increase in ZBA applications over the last several years. $160.00 is
requested, which matches the FY 26 funding request.
Dues, Conferences, Education Line 10115-52050
S 400 Requested
Current and new ZBA members benefit from several educational opportunities throughout the
fiscal year. The State of Connecticut offers a training seminar specifically targeted to ZBA
members that is held annually in the spring. The CT Association of Zoning Enforcement Officers
(CAZEO) hosts monthly meetings that address relevant topics and current issues in zoning
practice. State Legislation through Section 8-4c of the Connecticut General Statutes now
requires that each member of the Zoning Board of Appeals complete four hours of training
under the guidelines established by the State Office of Policy and Management. The annual CT
Bar Association conference also typically includes sessions geared toward zoning practice and
current legal matters. Access to these training opportunities helps ZBA members at all states of
their service to the Town maintain an understanding of relevant zoning issues. $400 is
requested in FY27.
Office Supplies Line 10115-53010
S50 Requested
The ZBA historically maintains $50 in this line to pay for items that are not supplied by the
Planning Department or Finance Office. Board member name plates and updated Zoning
Regulation binders are funded through this line.

Zoning Board of Appcals
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Members Present: 
Chairwoman Cathy Gonyo, Michelle Kripps,'J ohn Morgati:;
Members Absent: 
Anne Darling and William Herzfeld
Alternates Absent: 
Evan Brown, Greg Gallup and Jason Kohl
Staff Present: 
Mark Wujtewicz, Planner and Katrina Kotfer, Recording Secretary
1. 
CALL TO ORDER AND APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATES
Chairwoman Gonyo called the meeting to order at 4:03. No alternates were appointed.
2. 
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: 
Motion made by J. Morgan, seconded by M. Kripps, to approve the minutes of the
June 4, 2025 meeting as written.
VOTE: 
3-0
3. 
NEW BUSINESS
Draft 2026 Meeting Schedule
MOTION: 
Motion made by J. Morgan, seconded by M. Kripps, to approve the Draft 2026
Meeting Schedule.
VOTE: 
3-0
Draft 2024/2025 ZBA Annual Report
MOTION: 
Motion made by J. Morgan, seconded by M. Kripps, to approve the Draft
2024/2025 Annual Report.
VOTE: 
3-0
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New Applications
M. Wujtewicz informed the Board that a new application including variances and a Coastal Area
Management Site Plan for property located at 37 Oswegatchie Road has been received and will
be scheduled for a public hearing within the statutory time frames.
4, 
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: 
Motion made by J. Morgan, seconded by M. Kripps, to adjourn the meeting at
4:06 PM.
VOTE: 
3-0
Respectfully Submitted,
Katrina Kotfer
Recording Secretary