Board of Selectmen Special Budget Meeting

FIFTEEN ROPE FERRY ROAD
WATERFORD, CT 06385-2886
PHONE: 860-442-0553
www.waterfordct.org
THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN SPECIAL BUDGET MEETING
AGENDA
Thursday, February 5, 2026
| 4:00 PM
| . Waterford Town Hall.
| PROCEDURE: The Board of Selectmen will hear budget requests in accordance
with the below agenda for the Budget meeting, which begins at 4:00pm:
The Board of Selectmen to consider and act on the following proposed budgets and
| at the appropriate time forward tothe Board of Finance for its consid§ration of avd
| action on the FY27 Budgets: aoe 12
A...Call to Order’& Roll Call: ay Ny Be
Bw Pledge of Allegiance ~! 39
C. Public Comment: aN U Sez
D. Consider and act on the following budget requests: “ wo 9
1... Zoning Board of Appeals -~ To consider and act onthe proposed FY27
Zoning Board of Appeals budget request in the amount of $4,310.
2. Ethics Commission- To consider and act on the proposed F'Y27 Ethics
Commission budget request in the amount of $900.
3. Flood and Erosion Control Board - To consider and act on the
proposed FY27 Flood and Erosion Control Board budget request in the
amount of $1,104.
4, Planning & Zoning - To consider and act on the proposed F'Y27
Planning & Zoning Budget request in the amount of $699,654.
5. - Conservation Commission ~ ‘To consider and act on the proposed
FY27 Conservation Commission budget request in the amount of
$18,250.
6. Eednomic Development Comnnission - To consider and act on the
proposed FY27 Economic Development Commission budget request
in the amount of $25,407.
E. Recess:

TOWN OF WATERFORD
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES
2026-2027 PROPOSED BUDGET
DEPT/AGENCY: DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY
10101 BOARD OF SELECTMEN 195,254 206,402 0 98,702 207,470 1,068 0.52%
10102 REGISTRARS OF VOTERS 124,596 121,255 (0) 61,004 119,293 (1,962) -1.62%|
10103 BOARD OF FINANCE 85,342 83,608 (0) 53,370 86,406 2,798 3.35%
10104 [ASSESSOR 311,197 319,641 (0) 154,921 351,260 31,619 9.89%
10105 BD. OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS 1,271 1,829 0 226 5,693 3,864 211.26%
10106 TAX COLLECTOR 216,940 227,817 0 109,910 233,609 5,792 2.54%
10107 FINANCE DEPARTMENT 761,497 784,326 0 431,364 805,507 21,181 2.70%
10108 LEGAL DEPARTMENT 286,169 295,000 0 291,458 295,000 10} 0.00%
10109 TOWN CLERK 260,585 272,301 i) 122,720 271,688 (613) -0.23%|
10110 PLANNING & ZONING 660,450 695,016 0 314,468 699,654 4,638 0.67%
10111 BUILDING MAINTENANCE 1,152,391 1,020,000 0 669,801 1,217,876 197,876 19.40%
10112 INSURANCE 4,849,536 5,604,561 ie) 3,611,694 5,947,106 342,545 6.11%
10113 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMM 9,191 25,352 (0) 9,462 25,407 55 0.22%
10114 CONSERVATION COMMISSION 5,031 18,250 (0) 10,317 18,250 0 0.00%
10115 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 2,108 4,310 0 2,960 4,310 i?) 0.00%
10116 RETIREMENT COMMISSION 7,461,685 7,200,257 (0) 3,939,325 8,301,874 1,101,617 15.30%
10117 REPRESENTATIVE TOWN MTG. 17,085 17,403 ie) 15,652 17,802 399 2.29%
10118 BUILDING DEPARTMENT 264,700 321,515 0 111,881 355,537 34,022 10.58%
10119 YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES 289,113- 307,435 ie} 113,992 292,078 (15,357)| -5.00%|
10120 SOC. SVC. GRANTS/MISC. 99,380 103,510 0 72,860 122,825 19,315 18.66%
10121 CONTINGENCY 263,706 265,000 0 7,113 285,000. 20,000 7.55%
10122 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. 1,086,655 1,230,035 i?) 521,510 1,270,180 40,145 3.26%
10123 FIRE SERVICES 3,618,796 3,958,130 88,640 1,874,316 4,345,218 387,088 9.78%
10129 POLICE DEPARTMENT 7,054,299 7,215,097 (¢) 2,369,159 7,321,043 105,946 1.47%
10130 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 4,705,872 §,154,902 {0} 2,320,484 5,312,218 157,316 3.05%
10132 CONSERVATION OF HEALTH 148,407 155,063 ie) 155,063 160,368 5,305 3.42%
10133 PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING SERV. 25,862 21,600 0 1,100 17,280 (4,320)| -20.00%|
a) SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION 524,333 523,586 0 266,193 528,682 5,096 0.97%
5) WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 1,012,967 1,012,780 ie} 495,299 1,045,991 33,211 3.28%
tu437 RECREATION & PARKS COMM. 1,487,357 1,535,328 0 824,869. 1,608,405 73,077 4.76%
10141 FLOOD & EROSION CONTROL BD 327 1,109 0 168 1,104 (5) -0.45%
10143 ETHICS COMMISSION 540 900 0 526 900 0 0.00%
10145 HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT. 224,945 244,204 i?) 143,365 256,477 12,273 5.03%
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 1,203,90: 1,214,796 0 1,003,971 1,380,06! 165,273 13.61%
10138 CURRENT YEAR CAPITAL IMPR. 2,634,168 1,101,089 1,101,089 3,669,490 2,568,401 233.26%
10140 TRANS TO CAP & NON-REC. 4,296,312 773,264 773,264 816,971 43,707 5.65%
DEBT SERVICE 7,964,500 7,354,264 | (41,504
BOARD OF EDUCATION:
10160 OPERATING BUDGET 57,500,835: 59,828,308 (59,828,308) -100.00%
TOTAL BOE OPERATIONS 57,500,835. 59,828,308 0 (59,828,308) -100.00%
TOTAL BOARD OF EDUCATION FUNDS BEING REQUESTED/PROPOSED
Operating (account 10160) -
Capital (accounts 10138 & 10140) 858,307
Fleet Management Plan 144,000
Debt Payments (account 10139) 6,506,701
Retirement (account 10116) 1,678,715
GRAND TOTAL BOE BUDGET 9,187,723

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BUDGET FUNCTION
The Zoning Board of Appeals has three primary functions, as defined in Connecticut State
Statute:
© To hear and make decisions concerning requests to vary standards in the Waterford
Zoning Regulations
e To hear appeals of decisions made by the Zoning Enforcement Officer
e 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 3,700
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 
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TOTAL 
S$ 4,310
Advertising Line 10115-52010
$ 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.

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TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
Zoning Board of Appeals
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Postage Line 10115-52020
$ 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
$ 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
$50 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 Appeals
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MINUTES RECEIVED FOR RECORD
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Members Present: Chairwoman Cathy Gonyo, Michelle Kiipps,'J ohn: Motga
Members Absent: Anne Darling and William Herzfeld sees
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
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

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Waterford Ethics Commission
Budget Request
FY 2027
BUDGET FUNCTION
2.50.040 - Establishment of an ethics commission.
In accordance with the provision of Section 7-148h of the Connecticut General Statutes there is
created an ethics commission. This commission is empowered to investigate or to cause to be
investigated allegations levied against any town board, agency, commission, committee, official
or employee of unethical conduct, corrupting influence, or illegal activities. Allegations of
criminal misconduct or violations of the state penal code shall be referred to the police
department or State Attorney’s office whenever such allegations come to the attention of the
commission, whether upon receipt of a complaint or during the course of an investigation.
Notwithstanding provisions herein to the contrary, established internal complaint procedures
of any town board, agency, commission or committee, as such procedures may be amended,
shall take precedence over the procedures established herein as to allegations levied against
any town employee of such board or commission. Complaints which fall under the purview of
an established complaint procedure of an agency shall be referred to that agency for
disposition. The commission may issue subpoenas or subpoenas duces tecum, enforceable
upon application to the superior court, to compel the attendance of persons at hearings and
the production of books, documents, records and papers. The commission shall not initiate
investigations on its own volition.
The financial needs of the commission shall be funded in the same manner as other Town
funded boards and commissions. The commission shall receive no compensation for their
services as such, but shall be reimbursed for their necessary expenses incurred in the
performance of their duties.
Funding for the commission is comprised of clerical services (plus fringe benefits), operating
services, and office supplies.

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
ETHICS COMMISSION (10143)
BUDGET SUMMARY
The total budget request for FY27 is $900. This request represents a 0% increase over FY26.
This allows for no expenses associated with complaints requiring the issuance or filing of any
legal actions, as described above; additional supplies needed to service such complaints; legal
services beyond those provided by the Town Attorney; or other unanticipated expenses
associated with such complaints. At present, there are no complaints before the Commission.
10143-51210 Clerical and Technical
($600)
The recording secretary attends regularly-scheduled and special
meetings as necessary. She prepares agendas, takes minutes and
maintains the commission’s files. The position is paid hourly and is
budgeted at .55 hours per week for 52.5 weeks.
10143-51920 FICA
($50)
Employer's share of social security and Medicare taxes is paid at the
mandated rate of 7.65% of gross wages.
10143-52030 PROFESSIONAL FEES
($200)
Minor expenses associated with complaints requiring the issuance or filing of any legal actions,
as described above; professional legal services beyond those provided by the Town Attorney; or
other unanticipated expenses associated with such complaints.
.10143-51920 OFFICE SUPPLIES
($50)
Supplies needed to service complaints or legal actions that may arise from complaints.





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BUDGET FUNCTION
The Waterford Planning and Zoning Commission budget includes the cost of Commission services,
such as land use application reviews, long-range planning, and maintaining and enforcing
Waterford’s zoning and subdivision regulations. The Commission provides staff for all land use
and economic development services in Waterford. The Planning staff provide expertise and
assistance to the Board of Selectmen, RTM, and other agencies in Waterford and beyond
concerning land use and economic development opportunities in Town.
This budget also includes funds for professional services and technical support that address town-
wide needs. Grant writing and project management services are all funded in this budget.
This budget proposal represents a .67 % increase over the FY26 approved budget.
MEMBERS
Gregory Massad, Chair
Timothy Bleasdale
Karen Barnett
Timothy Conderino
Victor Ebersole
ALTERNATES
Doris Crum
Michael Elbaum
Joseph DiBuono

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
LOOKING AHEAD
Capital Projects - Document Scanning
The Planning Department in partnership with the Building Department (the Departments) will be
undertaking a project to scan all Planning and Building related documents. It is estimated that there are
over 1 million documents including large maps of various sizes, letter, legal and 11X17 sized documents
between the two Departments. The Departments have consulted with several companies who specialize in
scanning and document management and have gotten estimates to scan their documents and create a
document management system. Documents will be stored in cloud based servers and will be available to
staff and the public through the town’s website. This project will reduce the amount of paper documents
that are stored in the Town Hall basement which will have the following benefits:
e Reducing the risk of loss due to fire or flooding
e Increasing government transparency through ease of access by the public
e Reduced staff time searching for paper files
This project has been submitted as a Capital Non-Recurring project for funding in FY-26/27.
Staffing
The Planning and Zoning Department is proposing to add a part time position of Economic Development
Community Liaison to its current staffing levels. The purpose of the position is to assist the Economic
Development Commission by performing tasks such as business recruitment and retention which may
include researching and implementing grant opportunities. This position will also support the Economic
Development Commission by providing an individual to assist the Commission in its initiatives and to
represent the Commission at meetings with regional, state and national Economic Development
Organizations. This will allow the Planning and Zoning staff to deliver the expected level of services to
Waterford residents and businesses and fulfill the duties of the Department.

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
BUDGET SUMMARY
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION: Proposed Fiscal Year 2027
PERSONNEL:
10110-51110-101-010-10-00-51 ADMINISTRATION
10110-51120-101-010-10-00-51 INSPECTION
10110-51210-101-010-10-00-51 CLERICAL AND TECHNICAL
10110-51810-101-010-10-00-51 OVERTIME
10110-51910-101-010-10-00-51 FRINGE BENEFITS
10110-51920-101-010-10-00-51 F.1.C.A.
TOTAL
SERVICES:
10110-52010-101-010-10-00-52 ADVERTISING
10110-52020-101-010-10-00-52 POSTAGE
10110-52030-101-010-10-00-52 PROFESSIONAL FEES
10110-52040-101-010-10-00-52 SERVICE CONT. AND REPAIRS
10110-52050-101-010-10-00-52 DUES,CONFERENCES & EDUCAT
10110-52060-101-010-10-00-52 PRINTING
10110-52070-101-010-10-00-52 REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES
TOTAL
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES:
10110-53010-101-010-10-00-53 OFFICE SUPPLIES
10110-53090-101-010-10-00-53 FUELS AND LUBRICANTS
TOTAL
OFFICE EQUIPMENT:
10110-54060-101-010-10-00-54 OFFICE EQUIPMENT
TOTAL
TOTAL
100,385
343,253
157,139
1,500
2,475
46,235
650,987
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TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
Advertising Line 10110-52010
ee » $4,000 Requested
The ‘aia. Day Legal advertisements are required for announcing public hearings and
‘41 RbqeneO Nett Drive decisions. The Department pays for all advertising associated with
WY sous applications. Applicants reimburse the Town for the cost of public
hearing notices. Reimbursements generally offset 25% of total
advertising expenditures each year.
Classified Advertising Proof
The Commission also places and pays for required advertisements for projects it sponsors. The Commission
publishes legal notices for commission-sponsored public hearings and provides notice for public meetings. In
FY27, the Commission will continue working on adoption of updated sections of the Zoning Regulations.
Updates will require paying for legal advertisements. Advertisements average $200 each.
Postage Line 10110-52020
$450 Requested
Postage is used for normal communications with applicants and the public, and for required certified/return
receipt postage for decision letters and abatement orders. Postage funding is also required to support
neighborhood mailings to alert people about specific planning initiatives that may affect them.
Professional Fees Line 10110-52030
$20,000 Requested
Professional services are sought for projects that require specific expertise and technical capacity
that exceed the typical job duties of the planning staff. The department provides the vast majority
of planning services in-house. Certain projects require professional support. Examples include
conducting property surveys, traffic impact analysis, market analysis, reviews of engineering design
by professional engineers, software development and advanced GIS services. This line would also
be used to hire professionals as needed to conduct reviews of development applications and
matters before the Commission that are not paid for by applicants.
Service Contracts and Repairs Line 10110-52040
$17,172 Requested
Printer and Copier Contracts- $3,964
The Department uses a large format plotter on a daily basis. This machine can scan, copy, and print large
plans and is also used by the Assessor and Town Clerk. The plotter is subject to a $2547 annual lease. The
Department also leases a black and white copier which is used for the majority of printing. The Ricoh yearly
lease is $1,060, plus $.00714 per copy. The Department budgets for 50,000 copies per year, which equates
to $357 in copies. The total cost of this service is $1,417.
Annual GIS Parcel Mapping - $10,000
Through a competitive bid process, Waterford awarded Tighe & Bond a contract to serve as an on-call
provider and to complete annual parcel updates and web hosting for a public GIS interface. Parcel updates

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
form the basis for the Assessor’s data and for all permitting activity in the Town. The public GIS site is a
platform that utilizes the updated parcel mapping and continues to provide staff and the public with
information ranging from zoning to floodplain data. It is also an important tool for people reviewing
properties for potential development.
Cellular Phone Plans - $1,848
The Planning Director and field staff use three smartphones and one iPad tablet in the daily functions of their
duties. Each phone and tablet requires a wireless plan to cover phone, text and data fees. The phone plans
are $44 per month. The iPad plan is $22 per month. Each phone will cost $528 per year to operate while the
annual operational cost for the iPad is $264. The total cost of cellular plans is $1,848.
Software Licenses -$1,360
The Department maintains a Survey Monkey membership. This service provides the ability to develop simple
or complex surveys to support a variety of functions. Projects in FY27 that will benefit from having access to
Survey Monkey include the Plan of Preservation, Conservation, and Development, the Economic
Development Commission work, small business outreach, and department performance surveys. The cost is
$360 per year and provides flexibility in survey design.
The Department uses Municity, a permit tracking software that is also utilized by other Town departments.
While the Waterford IT Department covers the cost of the annual licensing, the Planning Department is
responsible for the administrative fee. For FY 27, the fee is $1,000.
Dues, Conferences and Education Line 10110-52050
$3,295 Requested
Department staff are committed to maintaining professional certifications and keeping current with
information and issues in the field of planning. Involvement with regional and national organizations,
attending conferences and seeking opportunities to improve the technical skills of all department members
supports high quality work product that benefits Waterford residents and business owners. Whenever
possible, staff seeks out free educational opportunities. There are some instances where valuable
educational opportunities are not free. Enabling staff to participate in these events generates positive returns
for the town by exposing staff to new technical information, legal updates in the field and information about
grants that may benefit Waterford.
American Planning Association (APA) & CT Chapter APA -$1,100
The Department maintains membership in the American Planning Association for two staff members. APA
membership is tiered based on salary. Currently the Planning Director and Planner maintain APA
membership. American Planning Association staff members are also required to maintain membership in
their State Chapters. The CT Chapter of the American Planning Association charges 35% of the national dues
for membership. The total cost for membership dues is $1,100.

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) -$180
The Planning Director is required to maintain AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) status as a
condition of employment. Maintaining the AICP designation requires APA membership (listed above), State
chapter membership (listed above), and AICP Dues. AICP Dues are $180.
Conference attendance and continuing education are a critical aspect of professional development.
Participating in conferences allows staff to’ meet continuing education requirements for professional
certifications and to stay current on legal issues, emerging trends and technical skills related to their jobs.
The following conference fees are included in this budget.
Southern New England Chapter of the American Planning Association (SNEAPA) Annual Conference -$350
The SNEAPA annual conference provides planning staff with educational and networking opportunities in the
immediate region. Attending conferences with peers from Connecticut and Southern New England towns
helps staff learn about local projects and funding opportunities that benefit Waterford. Legislative updates
and legal developments of the past year are presented at this conference, which helps staff stay current on
important planning and zoning issues. The conference is also an opportunity to earn the required
Certification Maintenance (CM) Credits toward the Planning Director’s required AICP certification.
American Planning Association Annual Conference -$450
The conference draws professionals from planning and associated fields from around the country and the
world and presents staff with the opportunity to learn firsthand about innovative planning, economic
development and capital projects that could be applied in Waterford. The conference is also an opportunity
to earn the required Certification Maintenance (CM) Credits toward the Planning Director’s required AICP
certification. The location of the conference changes annually. The APA also offers an online option which is
$450. In an effort to assess needs versus wants, the Planning Director will attend the virtual conference in
FY27. By doing so the Planning Director will have the opportunity to earn the required CM Credits for their
AICP certification at a significant cost savings to the Town. The Planning Director will look in future years to
attend the national conference in person when it is in a location more proximate to Waterford in order to
reduce costs.
Connecticut Association of Zoning Enforcement Officials (CAZEO) - $360
CAZEO is the professional organization for the Zoning Official. During the 2021 Legislative Session, P.A. 21-
29 was passed which requires that beginning on January 1, 2023 anyone appointed as a Zoning Enforcement
Official must be certified and maintain their certification. CT Zoning Enforcement Official Certification is
required in Waterford’s job description for the Zoning Official. CAZEO membership costs $150 per year.
Maintenance of CZEO status requires attendance at 7 meetings annually which cost $30.00 each.
Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM)/Connecticut Association of Floodplain Managers
CAFM) - $355
The Zoning Official acts as Waterford’s Floodplain Administrator. The Floodplain Administrator is responsible
for ensuring the Town’s compliance with the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Compliance with the NFIP enables Waterford property owners to purchase flood insurance. Annual
membership in the ASFPM is $180. Annual membership in the CAFM is $65. Annual CAFM conference

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
registration is $110.
Northeastern Arc Users Group (NEARC) Conference - $0
NEARC is an organization formed in 1986 to support GIS (Geographic Information System) users in the
Northeast US. Waterford’s Planner is responsible for managing, maintaining and upgrading GIS data for
internal and public users. GIS technology is consistently evolving and it is important that Waterford’s
Planner maintain current knowledge of the field. In an effort to assess needs versus wants, the FY27 budget
item was reduced to SO with the Planner attending the conference on every other year in order to reduce
costs.
One-day training seminars - $500
Throughout the course of the year, various training seminars are conducted by State, Federal and educational
institutions. These training opportunities afford staff the opportunity to improve technical skills, learn about
upcoming policies and laws and learn about grant opportunities and best practices from other communities
and organizations that can benefit Waterford. Newly enacted State Legislation through Public Act 23-173
now requires that each member of the Planning and Zoning Commission complete four hours of training
under the guidelines established by the State Office of Policy and Management. Trainings may be conducted
as webinars or on-site. The trainings are typically one-time events; therefore, it is difficult to anticipate exact
costs. Typically, these events range from $30 to $150 per attendee.
Printing Line 10110-52060
$450 Requested
Funds are expended for printing oversized documents, reprinting of plans and studies, aerial photographs,
posters and zoning maps. Color copies produced by the Town’s printing service cost the Department
$.07/per copy. The Planning Department will continue to expand its efforts to engage the community in
various planning projects. Part of the cost of public engagement includes printing flyers, maps, letters and
postcards to send to residents and business owners.
Reimbursable Expenses Line 10110-52070
$200 Requested
This line covers reimbursements to commissioners and staff members for out-of-pocket expenses.
Examples of expenses include parking fees at job-related meeting, mileage for travel to work-related events
when a town vehicle is not available and materials for public outreach programs.
Office Supplies Line 10110-53010
$2,450 Requested
The Department routinely purchases office supplies that are not included in the supply purchasing program
managed in the Finance Department. Items the Department purchases from this line include thumb drives,
display boards, and commissioner name plaques. The Department estimates that $350 will be needed for
the supplies listed above in FY27.
The Department maintains a desktop color printer for daily work. Color printing is required to produce
documentation for violations, evidence for court proceedings and to print project-related maps and images

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: Planning and Zoning Commission
for customers. The Department uses the Town printing services for bulk printing of flyers, postcards or other
large jobs, but daily color printing is still necessary. Whenever possible, staff prints in black and white to avoid
unnecessary use of the color printer. The estimated cost for color toner cartridges for use in the color printer
is $1,200. Plotter paper and ink cartridges for the large format copier is anticipated to cost $900 in FY27.
Fuels and Lubricants Line 10110-53090
$650 Requested ,
The Planning and Zoning Commission pays the fuel for two vehicles shared by staff including the Planning
Director, Environmental Planner, Planner and Zoning Official. This budget also pays for fuel for a vehicle
assigned to the Tax Assessor which is operated on a daily basis for field work. Vehicles from this department
are also shared with other departments as requested. The Department estimates using approximately 325
gallons at $2.05 per gallon. $650 is requested.
Office Equipment Line 10110-54060
SO Requested

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MEETING MINUTES
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Members Present: Chairman Greg Massad, Karen Barnett, and Tim Conderiie’
Members Absent: Tim Bleasdale and Victor Ebersole
Alternates Present: Doris Crum and Michael Elbaum
Alternates Absent: Joseph DiBuono
Staff Present: Mark Wujtewicz, Planner and Katrina Kotfer, Recording Secretary
1. CALL TO ORDER AND APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATES
Chairman Massad called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. M. Elbaum was seated for T. Bleasdale
and D. Crum was seated for V. Ebersole.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Motion made by M. Elbaum, seconded by T. Conderino, to approve the
September 9, 2025 meeting minutes.
VOTE: 4-0-1 (D. Crum abstained from the vote)
3, APPLICATION RECEIPT
#PL-25-18 Request of Sharon Brown, owner & applicant for a two lot resubdivision for property
located at 9 Josan Drive, R-40 zone, as shown on plans entitled "Brown CAM Resubdivison
Revised Through August 14, 2025". A coastal site plan review is required in accordance with the
Coastal Management Act.
PUBLIC HEARING MUST OPEN BY: 12/4/2025
APPLICATION WAS RECEIVED: 9/30/2025
G. Massad noted that the application was received on September 30, 2025 and would be heard that
evening.
#PL-25-19 Request of Mikhail Yevsyuk, Applicant and Esther Poe, Owner for a Coastal Site Plan
review and approval for a new single family home on property located at 2 Forest Street VR-7.5
Zone in accordance with Sections 6A.4.1 and 25.4 of the Zoning Regulations and as shown on
plans entitled “Site Plan of 2 Forest Street, Waterford, Connecticut, Prepared for Mikhail Yevsyuk,
October 9, 2025”
ACTION REQUIRED BY: 1/22/26
The application will be scheduled for review at a future date.
4, PUBLIC HEARING
#PL-25-18 Request of Sharon Brown, owner & applicant for a two lot resubdivision for property
located at 9 Josan Drive, R-40 zone, as shown on plans entitled "Brown CAM Resubdivison
Revised Through August 14, 2025". A coastal site plan review is required in accordance with the
Coastal Management Act.
PUBLIC HEARING MUST OPEN BY: 12/4/2025
APPLICATION WAS RECEIVED: 9/30/2025

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Chairman Massad opened the public hearing at 6:36 pm.
M. Wujtewicz read the list of exhibits 1-9 into the record.
EXHIBIT I - Application
la. Application Form 1 (9 pages)
1b. Application Form 2 (5 pages)
1c, Statement of Use
1d. Consistency with Plan of Conservation and Development
le. Statement of Design Compatibility
1f, Storm Water Management Report .
EXHIBIT 2 - Site Plan “Brown CAM Resubdivision” Last Revision date August 14, 2025 (4
Sheets)
EXHIBIT 3- . Notice of Public Hearing advertised in the Day newspaper on Tuesday,
November 4, 2025 and Tuesday, November 11, 2025
EXHIBIT 4 - Notice of Public Hearing to Applicant dated October 14, 2025
EXHIBIT 5 - Certificates of Mailings
EXHIBIT 6 - Notice of Conservation Commission Action
EXHIBIT 7 - DEEP Site Plan Review Checklist
EXHIBIT 8 - Staff Report dated November 18, 2025 ;
EXHIBIT 9 - Site Plan “Brown CAM Resubdivision” Last Revision date November 13, 2025
(4 Sheets) .
5 Brian Florek, LS, was present on behalf of his client, Sharon Brown. His client is requesting a two
° lot resubdivision to create two lots for their children. He also stated that the application also
includes a request for a waiver from Section 5.3.8 of the Subdivision Regulations which prohibits
Flag Lots in subdivisions of less than five lots. Proposed Lot 1 meets the criteria of a Flag Lot. His
client is proposing to build two residential houses with a shared driveway. The lots are proposed to
be connected to municipal water and sewer systems. The project is located within the Coastal Area
Management Boundary and was referred to the Connecticut Department of Energy and
Environmental Protection (DEEP) for review. The proposed drainage has been designed by Dave
Cooley, PE. The proposed stormwater drainage system will be connected to the Municipal drainage
system in Josan Drive, and it will not have an impact on Town resources. B. Florek referenced that
this property was created as part of a 1956 subdivision for Josan Drive and that if the property had
not been part of a previous subdivision his client would have proposed a free split to create two lots.
Jill Neri, 11 Josan Drive, voiced concerns with the wetlands potentially being impacted behind her
property and water overflow that builds into the road.
B. Florek stated that the wetland area in the front of the property will be protected by boulders as
required by the Conservation Commission permit. He also stated that based upon the design of the
stormwater system there will be any additional water added to the wetland. It will be isolated from
any surface water runoff from the proposed driveway.
B. Florek also stated that the wetland to the rear of the property will not be impacted or disturbed in
accordance with the Inland Wetland Permit that was granted by the Conservation Commission.
Chairman Massad asked three times if anyone from the public would like to speak regarding the
application, There was no public response.

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MOTION: Motion made by T. Conderino, seconded by D. Crum to close the public hearing
for PL-25-18.
VOTE: . 5-0
Public hearing closed at 7:49 pm.
The Commission moved to the Application Review.
§. APPLICATION REVIEW
#PL-25-18 Request of Sharon Brown, owner & applicant for a two lot resubdivision for property
located at 9 Josan Drive, R-40 zone, as shown on plans entitled "Brown CAM Resubdivison
Revised Through August 14, 2025", A coastal site plan review is required in accordance with the
Coastal Management Act.
PUBLIC HEARING MUST OPEN BY: 12/4/2025
APPLICATION WAS RECEIVED: 9/30/2025
M. Wujtewicz reviewed the staff report with the Commission,
The Commission discussed the following findings:
The property is located entirely within the R-40 (Low Density Residential) Zone District
1. The division of the property constitutes a resubdivision in accordance with the definition of
resubdivision within the Town of Waterford Subdivision Regulations and State Statute,
2. The proposed lots meet the lot design standards of Sections 3,34, 3,38 and 5 of the Town of
Waterford Zoning Regulations.
3. The Waterford Conservation Commission issued Inland Wetland Permit# C-24-06 for regulated
inland wetland activities.
4. The Waterford Conservation Commission issued a report of its action on application #C-24-0 in
accordance with CGS §8.3(g). .
5. The resubdivision is consistent with the applicable coastal policies in Section 22a-92 of the
Connecticut General Statutes.
6. Based upon a review of the information provided in the record and in accordance with Section
5.7.1.1 of the Waterford Subdivision Regulations, the Commission finds that the granting of the
waiver to Section 5.3.8 of the Subdivision Regulations with conditions allowing one flag lot in
the two lot resubdivision will not be detrimental to the public safety, health and welfare nor will
it have a significant adverse effect on other adjacent property.
The Commission discussed the following conditions:
1. Pursuant to section 3.38.4 of the Zoning Regulations, the Commission finds that access to Lot 2
shall be over Lot 1 perpetuity, Cross reciprocal easements shall be required over Lot | in favor
of Lot 2. These easements shall incorporate the use of the driveway access and utilities and are
to be recorded on the land records at the time final plans are recorded.
2. The shared driveway shall be designed and constructed in such a way as to support emergency
vehicle apparatus. The driveway and associated drainage improvements within the atea of the
cross reciprocal easement shall be constructed prior to the issuance of a zoning compliance
permit for house construction.
3. The public and shared improvements, including the drainage improvements and shared
driveway shall be bonded prior to recording the final plans on the land records.

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4. Access and utility easement language shall be submitted to the Planning Department and
reviewed prior to filing the final plans on the land records.
MOTION: Motion made by T. Conderino, seconded by D. Crum to approve with conditions
Application PL-25-18, a 2-Lot residential resubdivision located at 9 Josan Drive
with conditions | through 4 and to adopt the findings. 1 through 7 of the staff
report date November 18, 2025.
VOTE: 5-0
The agenda was modified to move item 6 earlier in the meeting,
6. PRE-APPLICATION REVIEW
Pre-application review pursuant to CGS Section 7-159b and Section 22a.5 of the Waterford Zoning
Regulations of a potential application for a proposed subdivision and PDD development at 53 Great
Neck Road.
Brandon Handfield, PE, Yantic River Consultants, Skip Adams and Gordy Adams were present for
the presentation. B. Handfield reviewed a Preliminary Master Plan for a Planned Design District
Multi-Family development with the Commission. He noted they are proposing 47 single family
units and 46 townhouse units, totaling 93 units. He reviewed potential setbacks from property lines,
recreational areas and open spaces. The proposed plan has no direct wetland impacts and no work
proposed in the coastal boundary.
Commissioners voiced concerns with the density, affordability and consistency with the Town’s
Plan of Conservation and Development.
B. Handfield thanked the Commission for their input and will review the Commissions comments
with his clients.
4, PUBLIC HEARING (Continued)
#PL-25-12 — Application of the Waterford Planning & Zoning Commission to amend the Zoning
Regulations Sections 1 Definitions, 3.41, 3.41.1, 3.41.2, 3.41.3 and 6.1.2 as they pertain to Agri-
Tourism.
M. Wujtewicz read the list of exhibits 1-9 into the record.
EXHIBIT 1 ~ Application (9 pages)
EXHIBIT 2 - Proposed Regulation Amendments
EXHIBIT 3 - SECCOG Referral
EXHIBIT 4 - Public Hearing Notice run in The Day newspaper July 8, 2025 and July 15, 2025
EXHIBIT 5 - Copy of Application to Town Clerk’s Office
EXHIBIT 6 - Certified copy of Sections 1, 3 and 6 of the Town of Waterford Zoning
Regulations, revised through effective date: June 4, 2025
EXHIBIT 7 - SECCOG Response
EXHIBIT 8 - Staff Report
EXHIBIT 9 - DEEP Response

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Kyle Stoddard 116 Old Colchester Road, read a statement regarding Agri-Toursism.
Chairman Massad asked three times if anyone from the public would like to speak regarding the
application. There was no additional public response.
MOTION: Motion made by D, Crum, seconded by M. Elbaum to close the public hearing
for PL-25-12.
VOTE: 5-0
The public hearing closed at 7:20 pm.
The Commission moved to the Application Review.
5. APPLICATION REVIEW (Continued)
#PL-25-12 — Application of the Waterford Planning & Zoning Commission to amend the Zoning
Regulations Sections 1 Definitions, 3.41, 3.41.1, 3.41.2, 3.41.3 and 6.1.2 as they pertain to Agri-
Tourism,
M. Wujtewicz reviewed the staff report with the Commission. The Commission discussed
eliminating the language limiting the number of events that can be conducted in a calendar year
currently in the regulations. The Commission also.proposed eliminating the existing requirement
for a Zoning Compliance Permit to be issued for each event and to eliminate the current language
regulating the number of events that can occur within a week and during a weekend.
Concerns were raised regarding enforcement of special permit conditions and the zoning
regulations. The discussion was continued to the next meeting.
7, ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Draft 2024/2025 Planning and Zoning Annual Report
MOTION: Motion made by M. Elbaum, seconded by K. Barnett to approve the 2024/2025
Planning and Zoning Annual Report.
VOTE: 5-0
Draft 2026 Meeting Schedule
MOTION: Motion made by M, Elbaum, seconded by K. Barnett to approve the 2026
meeting schedule.
VOTE: 5-0
Draft Planning and Zoning FY 2027 Budget
MOTION: Motion made by D. Crum, seconded by T. Conderino to approve the FY 2027
budget.
VOTE: 5-0
CORRESPONDENCE
No correspondence was received or discussed.

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9, COMMISSION BUSINESS
M., Wujtewicz reviewed the status of current and upcoming projects throughout Town with the
Commission.
10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Motion made by K. Barnett, seconded by D. Crum to adjourn at 8:17 pm.
VOTE: 5-0
Respectfully Submitted,
A iter Mote
Katrina Kotfer
Recording Secretary

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TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: CONSERVATION COMMISSION
BUDGET FUNCTION
The Waterford Conservation Commission serves as the Inland Wetlands Agency; reviewing
applications, issuing permits and enforcing activities affecting inland wetlands and
watercourses in accordance with the Waterford Inland Wetlands and Watercourses regulations
and CT General Statute’s 22a-36 through 22a-45. The Conservation Commission also carries
out the statutory responsibilities of a municipal Conservation Commission, maintaining a survey
of natural resources, reviewing land use proposals and making recommendations to other
Boards and Agencies on natural resource identification and protection, and Open Space
preservation.
The Conservation Commission held 17 regularly scheduled meetings in FY 2024/25 and
rendered decisions on 14 applications to conduct activities in and adjacent to inland wetlands
and watercourses. Inland Wetland permits issued authorized the temporary disturbance of
0.02 acres of wetland. Wetland mitigation efforts completed included on-site wetland
restoration of 0.012 acres of wetland.
MEMBERS
Richard Muckle, Chair
Tali Maidelis, Secretary
David Lersch
Geneva Renegar
Wade Thomas
Keith Kriet
Ivy Plis
ALTERNATES
Matthew Shea
David DeNoia
Avery Holzworth

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: CONSERVATION COMMISSION
FEES
FEES — Application Fees Generated from Inland Wetland Permit Applications
Fiscal Year Total Fees Collected
FY 2020/2021 $ 800
FY 2021/2022 $ 700
FY 2022/2023 $ 1,600
FY 2023/2024 $ 1,050
FY 2024/2025 $ 362
FY 2025/2026 — 4 months $ 360
The Waterford Conservation Commission requires an additional fee when public hearings are
required. The fee off-sets the cost for publishing the two legal notices of public hearing
required by State statute.

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: CONSERVATION COMMISSION
BUDGET SUMMARY
CONSERVATION COMMISSION: Proposed Fiscal Year 2027
SERVICES:
10114-52010-101-010-14-00-52 ADVERTISING 1,500
10114-52020-101-010-14-00-52 POSTAGE 125
10114-52030-101-010-14-00-52 PROFESSIONAL FEES 3,500
10114-52031-101-010-14-00-52 PLANNING SERVICES 12,000
10114-52050-101-010-14-00-52 DUES,CONFERENCES &
EDUCATION 600
10114-52060-101-010-14-00-52 PRINTING 25
TOTAL 
17,750
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES:
10114-53020-101-010-14-00-53 OTHER SUPPLIES : 500
TOTAL 
500
TOTAL 
18,250
Advertising Line 10114-52010
$ 1,500 Requested
The advertising account covers the cost of all legal notice requirements required by State
statute. This includes publication of notices of public hearings, enforcement orders and notices
of decision on all Commission inland wetland agency actions. Advertisements for public
hearings and decisions of the Commission are required to be published in a newspaper having
general circulation in Waterford. To off-set publication costs, the Commission requires an
additional fee of $400.00 when a public hearing is required for the legal notices. The
requested budget amount is consistent with that approved for the FY 2025/26 budget.

TOWN OF WATERFORD
FY2027 BUDGET REQUEST
DEPARTMENT: CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Postage Line 10114-52020
S$ 125 Requested
Postage expenditures include certified letter mailings required for notice of Commission
decisions on applications and for enforcement proceedings, correspondence to Town residents,
and referrals to municipal, State and Federal agencies. The requested budget amount is
consistent with that approved for the FY 2025/26 budget.
Professional Services Line 10114-52030
S 3,500 Requested
The professional services account is used to obtain professional technical reviews, retain expert
witnesses, chemical laboratory analyses and other professional technical assistance unavailable at
the municipal or State level that are required to conduct the duties of the inland wetlands agency
and the Conservation Commission. These services may include assisting the Commission with
technical expert reviews of application documents, investigating complaints of wetland, soil or
water quality impacts, documenting violations of the inland wetlands and watercourses regulations,
providing expert testimony in court proceedings, or assisting the Commission in preparing natural
resource surveys.
To carry out the responsibilities of the Inland Wetland and Watercourses Act, it is critical that the
Commission have the ability to retain expert witnesses for determination of impacts to wetlands
and watercourses in order to reach and maintain defensible decisions. Court case law has
established that the finding of adverse impacts and justification for conditions of approval requires
technical expertise and expert evidence in the application record. The Commission uses the
expertise of staff members, and regional and state technical offices when available, however
specific technical expertise may be required during the application process within a limited time
frame. Having sufficient funding available to procure services when expert review is needed is
essential in consideration of the strict time frames established by State Statute for rendering
decisions on inland wetland applications.
The fee schedule for Inland Wetland permit applications allows the Commission to charge the
applicant for third party expert reviews and technical evaluations deemed necessary to assist in the
review of complex permit applications. However, the Commission continues to require funds for
obtaining professional expertise on items other than those duties associated wi