Economic Development Commission - Minutes - 03/13/2025

WATEREORD, CT 06385-2886
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SE os WATERFORD TOWN HALL
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MEMBERS P ENT: Michael Buscetto (5:15), Guy Russo, James Nicholas
MEMBERS ABSENT: Kathleen Mullen-Kohl, Edward Lusher
ALTERNATES PRESENT: Julie Lawrence
ALTERNATES ABSENT: _ Scott Gladstone,
STAFF PRESENT: Jonathan E. Mullen, AICP, Planning Director; Mark Wujtewicz,
Planner; Dawn Choisy, Recording Secretary
1. CALL TO ORDER/APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATES
06. J, Lawrence was appointed to sit for E. Lusher.
The meeting was called to order at 5:
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — January 9, 2025
ded by J. Nicholas to approve the
MOTION: Motion made by J. Lawrence, secon
minutes of the January 9, 2025 meeting as written
VOTE: 3-0
3s NEW BUSINESS
a) Discussion of Potential Consultant Position
J. Mullen reviewed examples of potential duties of a consultant, noting that the
Commission would review and finalize requirements for any potential consultant that
would be included in an RFP.
on regarding the Consultant Position, it
Once the Commission finished the discussi
k page for the Commission and establishing
opened up discussion on creating a Faceboo
email addresses for each of the members.
Motion made by M. Buscetto, seconded by J. Lawrence, to direct Staff to
MOTION:
develop a social media page for the Commission and e-mail addresses for
the Commission members.
VOTE: 4-0
The Commission inquired as to the status of the gateway signage project. J. Mullen stated
that the project is on hold for the time being. M. Buscetto requested that Staff pursue
pricing options for the signage based upon the concept design that was last reviewed by
the Commission
MOTION: Motion made M. Buscetto, secon
out gateway signage.
VOTE: 4-0
ded by G. Russo, to direct Staff to price

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b) Vacant Retail Space Inventory
J. Mullen distributed a package of information to the Commission that listed vacant
commercial properties/buildings based on his drive by inspections. He stated that
something similar can be created utilizing the Commission member’s knowledge any
potential vacant commercial or industrial space.
c) Business Incubator Space
G. Russo introduced the possibility the possibility of using Cohanzie School as a business
incubator space. He recognized the challenges the building had with occupancy. J.
Mullen stated he would follow up with the Public Works Director into whether the school
can be visited.
OLD BUSINESS
e Upcoming EDC Sponsored Events
a) Preparation for May 8" Open House
Commission members discussed the open house. The Commission determined that
flyers and advertising will be needed and directed staff to assist in generating the flyers
for the event.
IN-SERIES TRANSFER
From: 10113-52070 — Reimbursable Expenses $8.00
To: 10113-52020 — Postage $8.00
MOTION: Motion made by G. Russo, seconded by M. Buscetto, to approve the In-
Series transfer.
VOTE: 4-0
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Motion made M. Buscetto, seconded by G. Russo, to adjourn the
meeting at 5:57.
VOTE: 4-0