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Apr 20, 2026

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BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Regular Meeting Agenda – April 20, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.
Main Meeting Room, Simsbury Town Hall
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS
a) Simsbury Public Library Board of Trustees 2027-2031 Strategic Plan Update
b) DEI Council’s Civic Forum Proposal
PUBLIC AUDIENCE
 Email townmanager@simsbury-ct.gov by noon on Monday, April 20, 2026 to register to
address the Board of Selectmen live through Zoom
 Written comments can be emailed to townmanager@simsbury-ct.gov, not read into the
record, but forwarded to all Selectmen via email
CONSENT AGENDA
FIRST SELECTMAN’S REPORT
TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT
LIAISON AND SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
SELECTMEN ACTION
a) Act on the 2025 Charter Revision Commission Final Report, Proposed Charter, and Charter
Amendments
b) Discuss DEI Council Civic Forum Proposal
c) Authorize the Town Manager to Execute Tax Overpayment Refunds
d) Authorize the Town Manager to Execute a License Agreement with Simsbury Little League
Baseball, Inc.
e) Approve FY 2026-2027 Unaffiliated Wage Rate Tables Pursuant to Section 7 of the
Personnel Rules and Regulations
APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS
a) Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions
b) Appointment and Reappointment to the Farmington Valley Health District Board of Directors1
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c) Acknowledge Receipt of a Resignation from the Aging & Disability Commission
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a) March 23, 2026 Regular Meeting
b) April 9, 2026 Special Meeting
COMMUNICATIONS
a) Memorandum by Planning & Community Development Director George K. McGregor,
AICP re: Municipal Land Use Commissioner Training Report, dated April 7, 2026
b) Memorandum by Town Manager Marc Nelson re: Sustainability Committee Administrative
Support, dated April 20, 2026
c) Memorandum by Town Manager Marc Nelson re: Awarded Department of Justice Grant
from April 2024, dated April 20, 2026
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a) Pursuant to C.G.S. §1-200(6)(A): Discussion of the Town Manager Yearly Performance
Review Process
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Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Act on the 2025 Charter Revision Commission Final
Report, Proposed Charter, and Charter Amendments
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
The Selectmen have three (3) options regarding the Final Report:
(Option A) If the Selectmen approve the proposed charter and charter amendments,
the following motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026, to approve, in total, the proposed charter and charter
amendments, as presented.
(Option B) If the Selectmen reject the proposed charter and charter amendments,
the following motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026, to reject, in total, the proposed charter and charter
amendments.
(Option C) If the Selectmen approve of some, but not all, charter amendments, the
following motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026 to approve the following proposed charter amendments:
[INSERT HERE] and to reject the following proposed charter amendments: [INSERT
HERE].
If the Selectmen approve any proposed charter amendments, the following motions are
also in order:
Further move, effective April 20, 2026, to prepare the proposed charter and charter
amendments for the ballot in the form of one or several questions.
Finally move, effective April 20, 2026, to submit the proposed charter amendments;
[INSERT HERE], to the electors for approval or rejection at a regular election or at a
special election, which shall be held no later than fifteen months from today.3
5. Summary of Submission:
In September, 2024, the Charter Revision Commission was established with nine (9)
members being appointed in October, 2024. Since then the Commission has diligently
gone through the Charter and made recommended changes while holding multiple public
hearings.
On January 22nd the Commission filed the Draft Report with the Town Clerk. At your
February 9th regular meeting, the Selectmen received the Draft Report and scheduled a
public hearing for February 23rd. A presentation on the Draft Report was made at your
February 18th special meeting. The public hearing was opened at your February 23rd
regular meeting and closed on your March 2nd special meeting. At your March 9th regular
meeting, the Selectmen recommended changes to the Draft Report that were filed with
the Town Clerk on March 17, 2026.
Upon receiving the Selectmen’s recommended changes to the Draft Report, the
Commission scheduled a special meeting on March 30th to consider the Selectmen’s
comments. At that meeting, the Commission approved the Final Report and submitted it
to the Town Clerk on April 6, 2026. Pursuant to C.G.S. Sec. 7-191(d), the Selectmen must
act on the Charter Revision Commission’s Final Report within fifteen (15) days after
receiving it.
Per our 2026 Election Calendar, the last day for a municipality to approve a question to
appear on the ballot at the state election (November 3, 2026) is Friday, September 4,
2026. The last day for the Town Clerk to file the ballot questions with the Secretary of the
State is Monday, September 21, 2026.
6. Fiscal Impact:
There are minimal costs associated with the publication of the proposed charter in the
newspaper and for the proposed charter amendments and questions to be included on
the ballot (related to staff time, and time of the Registrar of Voters) for the state election
on November 3, 2026, to save costs of administering a special election.
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) 2025 Charter Revision Commission Final Report4
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Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Discuss DEI Council Civic Forum Proposal
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager; Wendy Mackstutis, First Selectman
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
For discussion purposes.
5. Summary of Submission:
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Council has developed a proposal for forum
event(s) designed to strengthen Simsbury’s civic culture. The goals of the forum series
are outlined in a memorandum provided by the Council.
The discussion this evening is to gauge the appetite of the Board for the Town to host this
forum series and determine if the collaboration with Braver Angels, as a facilitator and
moderator, is sufficient for the forum series.
The Council is prepared to amend their proposal and move forward once the Board of
Selectmen has had an opportunity to review and provide feedback on the document.
6. Fiscal Impact:
Minimal staff time devoted to assist with organizing the event.
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) Memorandum from the DEI Council re: Proposed Simsbury Civic Forum Series –
Community Dialogue and Citizen-Led Solutions Process, dated April 7, 2026197
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To: Simsbury Board of Selectmen
From: Simsbury Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Council
Date: April 7, 2026
Subject: Proposed Simsbury Civic Forum Series – Community Dialogue and Citizen-Led Solutions
Process
Introduction and Purpose
In response to the Town Manager’s request, the Simsbury DEI Council is pleased to provide additional
details regarding the proposed Simsbury Civic Forum initiative.
We appreciate the Board of Selectmen’s interest in ensuring clarity around the purpose, structure,
topics, and facilitation of this effort. We share the Board’s commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful,
and constructive civic space.
This memo outlines a multi-session, community-based process—not a single event—designed to
strengthen Simsbury’s civic culture by enabling residents with differing perspectives to engage
constructively, build mutual understanding, and, over time, contribute to citizen-led solutions on local
issues.
Framing: An Ongoing Civic Process (Not a One-Time Event)
The Simsbury Civic Forum is designed as a phased process that moves intentionally from dialogue to
collaboration:
● Phase 1: Build shared understanding and skills
● Phase 2: Explore local issues and trade-offs
● Phase 3: Support citizen-led solutions and recommendations
As described in more detail below, the goal is not simply to host conversations, but to build the
relational foundation that allows residents to work together across differences.
This approach reflects a broader model of civic engagement in which:
● Dialogue builds trust
● Trust enables collaboration
● Collaboration supports more effective problem-solving
Goals of the Civic Forum Series
The proposed series has four primary goals:
1. Strengthening civic trust and relationships across differences198
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2. Build skills for respectful dialogue and disagreement
3. Increase understanding of complex local issues and trade-offs
4. Create pathways for citizen-led input and problem-solving
Importantly, the intent is not to advocate specific policies or change individuals’ political views,
but to improve how residents engage with one another and with community issues.
Inclusive Planning Approach
The DEI Council recognizes that credibility and effectiveness depend on broad representation and
trust.
Accordingly, the planning process includes:
● Formation of a cross-partisan planning group that includes residents with diverse political
perspectives
● Active outreach to individuals and groups who may not typically participate in DEI-led efforts
● Engagement with community organizations (e.g., civic groups, service organizations, town
bodies) to ensure balanced input
This reflects a core principle: political difference is part of community diversity, and inclusive civic
engagement must intentionally include a range of viewpoints.
Topic Selection Approach
Topics for the series are selected using a clear set of criteria to ensure they are:
● Local and relevant to Simsbury
● Reflective of real, good-faith differences
● Structured for safe and constructive discussion
● Framed around shared values (not “right vs. wrong”)
● Able to support balanced participation
Using this framework, the proposed initial topics include:
1. Voting: Access, Integrity, and Public Trust
2. Housing: Growth, Affordability, and Community Character
3. Immigration: Local Impacts and Community Perspectives
4. Civic Inclusion and Belonging
5. Setting Priorities in Tight Fiscal Times
These topics were selected because they are salient, locally relevant, and capable of being
framed around shared values and trade-offs rather than partisan positions.199
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Structure and Facilitation of Sessions
Each Civic Forum session will follow a structured, moderated format designed to ensure safety,
balance, and productive engagement. Core elements include:
● Clear community agreements (e.g., respect, listening, no personal attacks)
● Balanced representation of perspectives
● Neutral framing of issues and shared facts
● Facilitated small-group discussions
● Large-group reflection to identify themes and shared values
This structure is specifically designed to prioritize understanding over debate or persuasion.
Guardrails to Ensure a Safe and Respectful Space
To address concerns raised in the Town Manager’s note, the following guardrails will be in place:
● Explicit community norms and expectations communicated in advance
● Trained moderators and facilitators managing discussions
● Structured formats that prevent domination by any individual or viewpoint
● Clear distinction between dialogue (understanding) and advocacy (persuasion)
● Mechanisms for participants to opt out or raise concerns if needed
These design elements are drawn from well-tested civic dialogue models and are intended to protect
the integrity of the space for all participants.
Role of Braver Angels
The DEI Council recommends partnering with Braver Angels (Connecticut Alliance) as a facilitation
partner for this series.
Why Braver Angels is a strong fit:
● Nationally recognized, nonpartisan organization focused on bridging political divides
● Extensive experience facilitating structured, cross-partisan dialogue
● Proven methodologies that emphasize balance, neutrality, and respect
● Offers trained volunteer moderators, reducing costs to the Town
● Active presence in Connecticut, with successful engagements in multiple communities
Braver Angels’ approach is grounded in bringing people together to “listen and see one another”
and identify shared values across differences.
Their Trustworthy Elections report, based on 26 cross-partisan workshops across 27 states,
demonstrates their ability to generate consensus ideas across ideological divides through
structured dialogue.200
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In addition:
● CT Alliance Co-Chair Craig Diamond presented to the DEI Council (Oct. 6, 2025)
● Answered questions from Council members
● Offered volunteer support to help design and facilitate this series based on prior experience.
Moderator Selection Criteria
Whether working with Braver Angels or other partners, moderators will be selected based on the
following criteria:
● Demonstrated neutrality and nonpartisanship
● Experience facilitating group dialogue on sensitive topics
● Ability to manage conflict and maintain psychological safety
● Training in structured dialogue methods (not open-ended discussion)
● Commitment to balanced participation and fairness
● Strong listening and communication skills
These criteria are essential to ensuring that sessions are credible, well-managed, and trusted by
participants across perspectives.
Connection to Citizen-Led Solutions
This series is informed by a broader Citizen-Led Solutions (CLS) approach, in which:
● Communities first build relationships and trust
● Then identify areas of common ground
● And ultimately work together to develop and implement solutions
As described in the Braver Angels CLS playbook, this process helps communities move from
discussion to collaborative action, strengthening civic capacity over time .
Conclusion
The Simsbury Civic Forum series represents an opportunity to:
● Strengthen the town’s civic fabric
● Creating space for respectful engagement across differences
● Build shared understanding on complex local issues
● Support more constructive and inclusive community decision-making over time
We welcome the opportunity to discuss this proposal with the Board of Selectmen and to incorporate
your guidance as we refine the approach.201
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BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Authorize the Town Manager to Execute Tax
Overpayment Refunds
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager; Sherry Clemens, Tax Collector
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
If the Selectmen support approving the tax refunds as presented, the following motion is
in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026, to approve the presented tax refunds in the amount of
$99,677.79 and authorize Town Manager, Marc Nelson, to execute the tax refunds.
5. Summary of Submission:
Tax refunds need to be issued from time to time for motor vehicles, real property, and
personal property. Some of the most common reasons tax refunds need to be issued for
motor vehicles include: sale of the vehicle; the vehicle is destroyed; the vehicle is donated;
the owner has moved out of state; or, the owner has successfully appealed the taxes.
Real estate refunds are typically due to the fact that during the sale or refinancing of a
property, both a bank and an attorney’s office have paid taxes owed, resulting in an
overpayment to the Town. Overpayments of personal property taxes are rare; often
overpayments of personal property are due to a person or entity forgetting that they paid
in full in July, then also sending the January installment.
In a legal opinion from the Town Attorney dated May 22, 2001, he stated that CGS §12-
129 “requires that all applications for tax refunds be referred to the Board (of Selectmen)
for their consideration and action.” Once approved by the Board of Selectmen, the Town
Manager will sign off on tax refund applications. As a reminder, the Tax Collector’s Office
is responsible for collecting revenue for the Fire District pursuant to Special Act #264 of
the Legislature in 1945. However, tax refunds for the Fire District are not under the
jurisdiction of nor approved by the Board of Selectmen and are therefore not included in
the requested tax refunds presented.
6. Fiscal Impact:
The aggregate amount of all tax refunds as presented is $99,677.79. The attachment
dated April 20th has a detailed listing of all requested tax refunds.
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) Requested Tax Refunds, dated April 20, 2026202
BOS Refunds 4/20/26 BILL NUMBER TAX FIRE INTEREST TOTAL
LEASING
HONDA LEASE TRUST 2024-03-0058733 238.10$ -$ -$ 238.10$
HONDA LEASE TRUST 2024-03-0058703 469.11$ -$ -$ 469.11$
TOYOTA LEASE TRUST 2024-03-0069549 983.47$ -$ -$ 983.47$
VAULT TRUST 2024-03-0070040 102.09$ -$ -$ 102.09$ LEASING TOTAL
1792.77
MOTOR VEHICLE
BURCH MATTHEW 2024-03-0052413 33.99$ -$ -$ 33.99$
GOLDBERG STANLEY & LEVINE SUSAN 2024-03-0057189 35.84$ -$ -$ 35.84$ MOTOR VEHICLE TOTAL
VERAB DARLENE 2024-03-0070169 564.48$ -$ -$ 564.48$ 634.31$
REAL ESTATE
STORRS MARGARET 2024-01-0007843 7,082.00$ -$ -$ 7,082.00$
* 184 WESTLEDGE ROAD DOUBLE PAID
TWENTY TWO GC 2012 LLC / ANDREO FAMILY ENTERPRISES 2024-01-008274 30,982.01$ 1,069.64$ -$ 32,051.65$
* 828 HOPMEADOW STREET ASSESSOR COC/COURT ORDER
TWENTY TWO GC 2012 LLC / ANDREO FAMILY ENTERPRISES 2023-01-0008288 30,268.91$ 985.19$ -$ 31,254.10$
* 828 HOPMEADOW STREET ASSESSOR COC/COURT ORDER
TWENTY TWO GC 2012 LLC / ANDREO FAMILY ENTERPRISES 2022-01-0008271 28,917.79$ 938.28$ -$ 29,856.07$
* 828 HOPMEADOW STREET ASSESSOR COC/COURT ORDER REAL ESTATE TOTAL
TAX FIRE INTEREST GRAND 100,243.82$
GRAND TOTALS 99,677.79$ 2,993.11$ -$ 102,670.90$203
Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Authorize the Town Manager to Execute a License
Agreement with Simsbury Little League Baseball, Inc.
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager; Tom Tyburski, Director of Culture, Parks & Recreation
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
If the Selectmen support moving forward with a license agreement for a Simsbury Little
League Pavilion at Memorial Park, the following motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026, to authorize Town Manager Marc Nelson to execute the
license agreement, as presented, with Simsbury Little League Baseball, Inc., subject to
Town Attorney approval.
5. Summary of Submission:
The Simsbury Little League has been using Memorial Park as their primary practice and
game location for many years. Simsbury Little League Baseball, Inc. has recently
completed upgrades to Field #5 at Memorial Park to make it suitable to host district level
and state tournament games.
The Simsbury Little League (SLL) wishes to now construct a pavilion, at their own
expense, and has additionally agreed to maintain the pavilion, at their expense, during
the entirety of the license agreement. Staff has discussed the pavilion’s location with
SLL representatives and the location does not affect current maintenance practices and
is also unlikely to hinder any future development of the recreation facilities at Memorial
Park.
The Town and SLL agree on terms of the license agreement regarding maintenance
responsibilities of the pavilion as well as insurance and indemnification requirements.
The final license agreement will be subject to the Town Attorney’s review. Simsbury
Little League will need to go through the Town’s normal permitting process for any
improvements.
6. Fiscal Impact:
The Simsbury Little League, Inc. will own and be responsible for all costs related to
purchase, construction and maintenance of the Field #5 pavilion.
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) Proposed Draft License Agreement with Simsbury Little League Baseball, Inc.204
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LICENSE AGREEMENT
Memorial Park, Simsbury, Connecticut
This License and Indemnification Agreement (the “Agreement”) is effective as of May
___, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Town of Simsbury, a Connecticut municipal
corporation with an address of 933 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, Connecticut (“Licensor”), and
the Simsbury Little League Baseball, Inc., P.O. Box 233 Simsbury, Connecticut (“Licensee”).
WHEREAS, Licensor is the owner of a piece or parcel of land known as Memorial Park,
22 Plank Hill Road., Simsbury, Connecticut as more particularly shown on a certain map or plan
identified as Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof (the “License Area”); and
WHEREAS, Licensee desires to use the License Area for the location of a Pavilion for
use in carrying out its recreational youth baseball and softball programs; and
WHEREAS, Licensor desires to permit Licensee from time to time to access the License
Area for the sole and exclusive purpose of using its Pavilion by its staff, members, volunteers
and program participants with minimal interruption to Licensor’s operations; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and subject to the terms
and conditions herein set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Grant of License.
(a) Licensee is hereby granted a license permitting Licensee, its members, volunteers and
program participants sponsored by the Licensee to access the License Area to locate
and construct its pavilion according to plans and at a location within Memorial Park
as approved by the Licensor. Licensor reserves the right to reject any and all requests
for access to the Licensed Area by the Licensee for any reason or for no reason.
(b) Licensee shall contact the Licensor prior to any proposed use of the License Area to
determine the feasibility of the use and location of the Storage Shed to make
necessary arrangements. Further, Licensee shall be responsible for complying with
any and all Town, state and federal regulations and shall obtain all necessary
governmental permits that may be required prior to the location and installation of the
Storage Shed within the License Area.
(c) This grant of License shall be subject to the following conditions:
1. The Licensor shall have the final decision on the location of the Pavilion and shall
have the right to have it moved to another location or removed from the Premises
if it is deemed necessary to do so at a later time;205
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2. The Licensee shall maintain the Pavilion while they continue to use the unit, and
shall at their sole cost and expense keep it in good repair and appearance to the
satisfaction of the Licensor;
3. Copies of any keys to the Pavilion shall be provided to the Simsbury Recreation
Department;
4. While accessing the Pavilion and the premises, staff members, volunteers and
program participants shall be liable and responsible for any town property that is
damaged in the process;
5. The Licensor is not responsible for providing for or the cost associated with any
lighting or any utilities, other than water, to the Pavilion;
6. The Licensor does not accept any responsibility or liability for any items or
property stored in or about the Pavilion by the Licensee and any of Licensee’s
invitees. Licensor does not provide insurance for Licensee, and Licensee shall be
expected to provide their own insurance coverage;
7. The Licensee is solely responsible and liable for all costs associated with the
construction, maintenance and repair of the Field #5 Pavilion.
2. Indemnification.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Licensee shall, from and after the Effective Date,
indemnify and hold Licensor harmless and, if requested by Licensor, defend Licensor with
counsel reasonably satisfactory to Licensor, from and against any and all liabilities, losses,
claims, causes of action, damages, costs, judgments and expenses (including reasonable
attorney’s fees and costs of collection) (collectively “Claims”) incurred by or threatened against
Licensor (i) arising out of or relating to any occurrence on the License Area arising, directly or
indirectly, as a result of the use or occupancy of the License Area by Licensee, its staff, business
invitees and employees on or after the Effective Date, excepting in either instance only Claims
arising out of the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Licensor; (ii) arising out of any
omission, fault, neglect, or other misconduct of Licensee, its employees, agents, licensees,
invitees, business invitees or employees arising out of or relating to this Agreement on or after
the Effective Date; of (iii) any breach of this Agreement by Licensee. Licensee agrees that the
foregoing agreement to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless extends to liabilities, losses,
claims, causes of action, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees and
costs of collection) arising out of claims of Licensee’s staff, business invitees and employees
without regard to any immunity, statutory or otherwise, including any immunity under the
workers compensation laws of any applicable jurisdiction. In addition, Licensee releases
Licensor from any and all Claims for any damage to any property of Licensee, its staff, business
invitees and employees located at or used under this Agreement at the License Area, excepting206
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only such damage caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Licensor. Licensee’s
obligations under this paragraph shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
To the extent necessary to indemnify and hold harmless Licensor and Licensor’s agents
and employees, Licensee hereby waives any immunity or exemption as an employer under any
workers’ or workers’ compensation law, for any and all claims arising from injury to or death of
any Licensee’s employees, agents or subcontractors in connection with the License Area. In
addition, the indemnification obligation of Licensee under this agreement shall not be limited by
a limitation on the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for
Licensee, or Licensee’s agents, subcontractors or anyone directly or indirectly employed by
them, under any workers’ or workers’ compensation law, disability benefit law or other
employee benefit law.
3. Insurance.
Licensee shall purchase and maintain insurance for such types of coverage and limits of
liability as Licensor shall determine in its reasonable discretion, which shall include the
following:
(a) Commercial or Comprehensive General Liability Insurance on an occurrence form
with a combined single minimum limit of not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence,
and annual aggregates of $2,000,000 for bodily injury and property damage,
including coverage for blanket contractual liability broad form property damage;
personal injury liability, independent contractors and products/completed operations,
and sudden accidental pollution;
(b) Automobile Liability insurance with a combined single minimum limit of not less
than $1,000,000 each accident for bodily injury and property damage to include
coverage for all owned, non-owned, and hired vehicles; and
Licensee shall name Licensor as an additional insured on their general liability,
automobile liability, or umbrella liability insurance policies. Licensee shall provide proof of
such insurance in the form of certificates of insurance acceptable to Licensor prior to accessing
the License Area under this Agreement. All policies under this Agreement shall be Primary,
non-contributory to any coverage maintained by Licensor, or their respective affiliated entities.
All policies of insurance shall contain a provision that coverage under the policies shall not be
cancelled or allowed to expire until at least thirty (30) days prior written notice has been given to
Licensor.
4. Compliance with Law.
Licensee further agrees that it shall comply with all applicable Licensor rules, including
safety and identification rules, and any and all applicable federal and state laws and regulations207
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and shall also cause its faculty, staff, students, business invitees and employees to comply with
the same.
5. Counterparts.
This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be
deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument, and
when executed shall be binding on the parties hereto.
6. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties with respect to the
subject matter contained herein, shall supersede any other oral or written agreements, and shall
be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties’ successors and assigns. It may not be
modified in any way without the written consent of both parties. This Agreement may not be
assigned by Licensee without Licensor’s written consent.
7. Termination.
This Agreement shall automatically terminate upon the earlier of July 1, 2041 or receipt
by Licensee of a Notice from Licensor that it is revoking this License. If both parties agree this
License may be renewed for additional 5 year terms. Licensee is required to notify Licensor of
their desire to renew this License on about January 30, 2041.
8. Governing Law.
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Connecticut, without giving effect to the provisions thereof governing conflicts of law.
The undersigned having caused this Agreement to be duly executed effective as of the
day and year first written above.
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Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Approve FY 2026-2027 Unaffiliated Wage Rate
Tables Pursuant to Section 7 of the Personnel Rules
and Regulations
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
If the Selectmen approve of the presented wage ranges, the following motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026, to approve the Town Manager’s proposed unaffiliated
wage ranges for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
5. Summary of Submission:
Section 7 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations states “Each Fiscal Year, the Town
Manager shall prepare and submit to the Board of Selectmen a pay plan for each grade
in the classified service, showing the minimum and maximum rates of pay.”
This item was brought to the Personnel Subcommittee at their April 9th meeting and voted
to be forwarded to the full Board of Selectmen.
Through the Department of Human Resources, the Unaffiliated Classification and Salary
Ranges reflect for the first time a modernized approach to the unaffiliated ranges in
Simsbury. Previously the ranges were periodically reviewed on a one-off approach with
the salary ranges adjusted based on the yearly budgeted GWI.
Human Resources took our classification and compensation study and compared our
unaffiliated positions to: (1) those in our peer communities; (2) another classification and
compensation study from a neighboring community; and (3) our internal positions; to
create the proposed unaffiliated grades. This methodology creates an appropriate
classification system for Unaffiliated staff.
6. Financial Impact:
None
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) FY2027 Unaffiliated Proposed Classification and Salary Ranges
b) Personnel Rules and Regulations Section 7213
Unaffiliated Proposed Classification and Salary Ranges FY27
Union Positions CSEA - Supervisors
CSEA MAPES
SALARIED Grade FY26 FY27 FY26 FY27
Town Manager 9 NA $160,000 NA $224,000
Director of Finance (Shared with BOE) 8 $131,969 $140,000 $179,827 $185,000
Director of Public Works/Town Engineer 8 $138,312 $140,000 $174,826 $185,000
Chief of Police 8 $102,227 $140,000 $168,758 $185,000
WPCA Superintendent 44 $122,025 152,393
Highway Superintendent 44 $122,025 152,393
Deputy Chief of Police 7 $141,273 $110,000 $145,568 $155,000
IT Director 7 $120,000 $110,000 $150,000 $155,000
Director of Culture, Parks and Recreation 7 $100,296 $110,000 $142,526 $155,000
Library Director 7 $94,015 $110,000 $140,315 $155,000
Director of Planning and Community Development 7 $100,296 $110,000 $153,084 $155,000
Deputy Town Engineer 7 $105,117 $110,000 $132,779 $155,000
Budget Director (Shared with BOE) 7 $101,082 $110,000 $123,747 $155,000
Deputy Town Manager 7 $115,126 $110,000 $157,541 $155,000
Human Resources Director 7 $92,250 $110,000 $129,150 $155,000
Assessor 43 $113,682 141,973
Social Services Director 42 $105,338 131,553
Deputy Library Director 42 105,338 131,553
Town Clerk 42 105,338 131,553
Deputy Finance Director 42 105,338 131,553
Building Official 42 105,338 131,553
Parks Superintenent 41 96,994 121,133
Golf Superintendent 41 96,994 121,133
Facilties Supervisor 41 96,994 121,133
WPCA Assistant Superintendent 38 95,000 118,642
Assistant Town Planner 38 95,000 118,642
Tax Collector 38 95,000 118,642
Deputy Building Official 38 95,000 118,642
Community Social Worker 38 95,000 118,642
Head of Adult Services 40 87,608 109,410
Head of Borrowing / Tech 40 87,608 109,410
Human Resources Generalist 5 $51,250 $75,000 $82,000 $105,000
Management Specialist 5 $71,111 $75,000 $94,815 $105,000
HOURLY Grade FY26 FY27 FY26 FY27
Accreditation Specialist (FT) 4 $34.32 $38.46 $45.76 $49.45 $70,000 $90,000
Librarians - Adult, Childrens (PT) 3 $30.44 $32.97 $33.47 $43.96 $60,000 $80,000
Outreach Worker (PT) 2 NA $24.73 NA $38.46 $45,000 $70,000
Recreation Coordinator (FT) 2 $27.81 $24.73 $33.23 $38.46 $45,000 $70,000
Commission Clerks (PT) 1 NA $24.73 NA $30.22 $45,000 $55,000
FY27 FT Annualized
Minimum Maximum
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SECTION 7
COMPENSATION
7.0 Pay Plan
Each fiscal year, the Town Manager shall prepare and submit to the Board of Selectmen a pay plan
for each grade in the classified service, showing the minimum and maximum rates of pay. In
setting salary ranges, consideration may be given to the Town’s financial conditions and policies,
prevailing rates of pay for comparable work in the general labor market area, conditions of work,
and suggestions of department heads.
7.1. Starting Salary Rates - Regular Full-Time Employees
A. Placement on Salary/Wage Schedule
The starting rate of pay offered for recruitment purposes is normally the minimum rate of the pay
ranges. The Town Manager may approve initial compensation at a rate within approved pay range
for the grade when the Town Manager determines that such action is appropriate.
B. Starting Rate on Return from Military Service
Any regular employee who takes leave to serve in the Armed Forces shall be reinstated in
accordance with law.
7.2 Salary Rates - For Other Than Full-Time Employees
A. Regular Part-Time Employees
Such employees are paid on an hourly basis pursuant to the appropriate wage schedule.
B. Wage Schedule for Part-Time, Seasonal and Temporary Employees
Employees who work less than one-half the normal work week, or less than ten months per year,
are paid the legally required state minimum wage rate. However, exceptions to this wage schedule
may be based on the needs of the Town and made for employees with special skills, experience,
or as the labor market requires, at the discretion of the Town Manager.
Specific wage schedules for part time, seasonal and temporary employees may be maintained and
reviewed annually by Department Heads and recommended to the Town Manager.
C. Non-Exempt Employees and Compensatory Time
All non-exempt employees are paid on an hourly basis for the number of hours actually worked
during the pay period, and are paid one and one-half times their regular rate of pay for any hours
worked in excess of forty in a single work week. At the Town’s discretion overtime may be paid
in the form of compensatory time.215
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D. Exempt Employees
Exempt employees are paid an annual salary divided by the number of pay periods per year.
Exempt employees are not paid overtime, but may have their salaries adjusted by the Town
Manager if they assume additional responsibilities or may be paid a bonus if they perform duties
significantly in excess of their normal duties.
7.3 Pay Adjustments
Rates of Pay shall be raised or lowered appropriately to reflect promotions or demotions
respectively. A transfer to a position of the same pay range, however, will not result in a pay
adjustment. The Town Manager may also adjust an employee’s pay rate when the employees takes
on additional responsibilities the employee performs work significantly in excess of the employees
normal work hours.
7.4 Deductions
The Town is required by law to make certain deductions from an employees’ wages each pay
period. These include income and unemployment taxes, Federal Insurance Contributions Act
(FICA) contributions (Social Security and Medicare), and other deductions required under law or
by court order for wage garnishments. The amount of an employee’s tax deductions will depend
their earnings and the number of exemptions you list on your federal Form W-4 and applicable
state withholding form. Employees may also authorize voluntary deductions from their
paycheck, including contributions for insurance premiums, retirement plans, spending accounts,
or other services. Deductions will be reflected in an employee’s wage statement.
If an employee has any questions about their pay, they should speak with Human Resources.
7.5 Credit Union
Town may have a relationship with a credit union that employees may choose to join.
7.6 Direct Deposit
Employees’ wages shall be paid by direct deposit into an account with an eligible full-service
bank selected by the employee.
SECTION 8
HOURS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
8.0 Attendance Policy
Employees are expected to be on the job, ready to work, when scheduled. Failing to report to
work as scheduled may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of
employment.216
Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager; Trish Munroe, Town Clerk
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
If the Selectmen support the recommendations, the following motions are in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026, to appoint:
Paul Henault (R) as a Regular Member of the Board of Ethics.
Tyler Archer (R) as a Regular Member of the Open Space Committee.
Further move, retroactive to April 1, 2026, to reappoint:
Cheryl Cook (R) as a Regular Member of the Simsbury Housing Authority.
5. Summary of Submission:
The Town Clerk has received the following recommendations from the Republican Town
Committee:
Paul Henault (R) for appointment as a Regular Member of the Board of Ethics effective
April 20, 2026. Mr. Henault resigned from the Board of Ethics effective December 15,
2025 in order to serve on the Charter Revision Commission. The Charter Revision
Commission concluded its work effective April 20, 2026, and the RTC has recommended
Mr. Henault to fill the vacancy that remains on the Board of Ethics. The appointee will
serve until the term ends on January 1, 2027.
Tyler Archer (R) for appointment as a Regular Member of the Open Space Committee
effective April 20, 2026. The appointee will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of
Karen Cordner (R) effective February 28, 2026. Since Ms. Cordner is affiliated with the
Republican Party, her replacement must be from the same party. The appointee will serve
until the term ends on December 1, 2027.
Cheryl Cook (R) for reappointment as a Regular Member of the Simsbury Housing
Authority retroactive to April 1, 2026. The appointee will serve a 5-year term ending April
1, 2031.217
6. Fiscal Impact:
None
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) Tyler Archer Volunteer Submission Form218
Simsbury, CT
933 Hopmeadow Street
Phone: (860) 658-3200
Volunteer Form
Good Government Starts with You
Date Submitted: January 17, 2026
Name: Tyler E. Archer
Home Address:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number(s):
Email Address:
Party Affiliation: R
Current Occupation/Employer: Shipman & Goodwin LLP
Narrative: My wife and I moved to Simsbury in 2019. We love this community and are now raising a family
of 4 young children. I am an attorney at Shipman & Goodwin in Hartford, practicing primarily
environmental, real estate, and land use law. I have relevant experience working with
municipalities and boards of education (large and small), private landowners, farmers,
developers, and land trusts on a variety of land-related issues. I hope to help the Town steward its
vast and diverse landholdings for the betterment of our community now and into the future.
Board(s) / Committee(s): ___OPEN SPACE COMMITTEE
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Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Appointment and Reappointment to the Farmington
Valley Health District Board of Directors
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
If the Selectmen support appointing Assistant Town Planner Brittany MacGilpin to the
Farmington Valley Health District Board of Directors, the following motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026 to appoint Brittany MacGilpin to the Farmington Valley
Health District Board of Directors for a term set to expire on April 24, 2029.
If the Board of Selectmen supports reappointing Deputy Town Manager Thomas
Fitzgerald to the Farmington Valley Health District Board of Directors, the following
motion is in order:
Move, effective April 20, 2026 to reappoint Thomas Fitzgerald to the Farmington Valley
Health District Board of Directors for a term set to expire on April 24, 2029.
5. Summary of Submission:
The Farmington Valley Health District (FVHD) serves as the local health department for
the Town of Simsbury and nine other member towns. Per the District’s bylaws, each
municipality in the District must appoint one member to the Board of Health for each
10,000 population, or part thereof. Based on our current population, we are entitled to
three membership slots. The terms of office for Board members are three years, with
successive terms permitted.
6. Fiscal Impact:
None
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
None220
Town of Simsbury933 HOPMEADOW STREET SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT 06070
BOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING
AGENDA SUBMISSION FORM
1. Title of Submission: Acknowledge Receipt of a Resignation from the Aging
& Disability Commission
2. Date of Board Meeting: April 20, 2026
3. Individual or Entity Making the Submission:
Marc Nelson, Town Manager; Trish Munroe, Town Clerk
4. Action Requested of the Board of Selectmen:
The following motion is in order:
Move, retroactive to March 24, 2026, to acknowledge receipt of the resignation of Katie
Robbins as a Regular Member of the Aging and Disability Commission.
5. Summary of Submission:
The Town Clerk has received the following resignation:
Katie Robbins (U) as a Regular Member of the Aging and Disability Commission effective
March 24, 2026. Since Ms. Robbins is unaffiliated with a party, her replacement may
unaffiliated or from either the Democratic or Republican party. The appointee will serve
until the term ends on January 1, 2028.
6. Fiscal Impact:
None
7. Description of Documents Included with Submission:
a) Katie Robbins’ Resignation Submission, dated March 24, 2026221
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CALL TO ORDER1
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The Regular Meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 6 :00 p.m. in the Main3
Meeting Room of the Simsbury Town Offices. Present were: First Selectman Wendy4
Mackstutis; Deputy First Selectman Steven Antonio; Board members Curtis Looney, Diana5
Yeisley, Mike Paine and Kevin Beal. Others in attendance included: Town Manager Marc6
Nelson; Deputy Town Manager Tom Fitzgerald; Parks and Recreations Director Tom Tyburski;7
Director of Public Works Tom Roy; and other interested parties.8
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE10
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Everyone stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.12
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PUBLIC AUDIENCE14
15
• Email townmanager@aimsbury-ct.gov by Monday, March 9, 2026, to register to speak to16
the Board of Selectmen live through Zoom17
• Written comments can be emailed to townmanager@simsbury-ct.gov., not read into the18
record, but forwarded to all Selectmen via email19
20
Joan Coe, 26 Whitcomb Drive, addressed the Board of Selectmen about processes she would like21
to see implemented during Board meetings.22
23
Diana Moody, 7 Elcy Way, spoke about the Simsbury Land Trust and introduced their new24
Director, Amanda Thompson. Ms. Thompson spoke about the Land Trust.25
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Lisa Antonio, 133 Holcomb Street, spoke about concerns she had about a resident, Ms. Joan Coe.27
Ms. Antonio spoke about he appreciation to the community for its support after the serious fire at28
her residence recently.29
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There were no further comments in Public Audience.31
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PRESENTATION33
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Proclamation Recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month35
36
The Board of Selectmen read a proclamation recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month. Ms.37
Yeisley made a motion to light Eno Memorial Hall blue for the month of April as a part of38
Autism Awareness Month. Mr. Looney seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion39
passed.40
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Sustainability Committee Presentation on New England Smart Energy45
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Mr. Bayard Faithfull from the Simsbury Sustainability Committee presented to the Board of47
Selectmen about New England Smart Energy and energy assessments that are available to the48
residents and businesses of Simsbury. The Board members engaged in a brief question and49
answer period with Mr. Faithfull.50
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CONSENT AGENDA52
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Ms. Mackstutis made a motion, effective March 23, 2026, to put Action Item a) Authorize the54
Town Manager to Execute Tax Refund Overpayments and c) Authorize the Town Manager to55
Execute a Master Town Agreement with New England Smart Energy Group, LLC to the Consent56
Agenda. Ms. Yeisley seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed.57
58
Ms. Mackstutis asked for a motion to add to the agenda an executive session Pursuant to 1-59
200(6)(A) Personnel Matter. Ms. Yeisley made the motion, Mr. Antonio seconded the motion. All60
were in favor.61
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FIRST SELECTMAN’S REPORT63
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Ms. Mackstutis reviewed her First Selectmen Report. Ms. Mackstutis mentioned the upcoming65
Board of Finance Public Hearing on the Budget on April 7th at 6:00 PM at the Library. Ms.66
Mackstutis mentioned she attended a State Historic Preservation board meeting regarding67
tobacco barns on the Meadowood property and forwarding the nomination to the National Park68
Service. Ms. Mackstutis also mentioned the upcoming public hearing on the 40 Nod Road Solar69
project happening on April 23rd.70
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TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT72
73
Mr. Nelson reviewed his Town Manager’s Report. Mr. Nelson spoke about the FY 27 budget and74
thank the Board of Selectmen for the work they did on it and for their unanimous adoption of the75
budget. He mentioned that at 2.15% increase we have the lowest percentage tax increase in the76
valley and that is something to be proud of. Mr. Nelson talked about the upcoming Flashlight77
Egg Hunt happening on April 2nd at Simsbury High School. Mr. Nelson spoke about him78
attending the Connecticut Main Street Center and Connecticut Business & Industry Association79
Building a Main Street Business Ecosystem Summit with Simsbury Business & Career Center80
Coordinator Cyn Thomas.81
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LIAISION AND SUB-COMMITTEE REPORT83
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Mr. Beal spoke about his disappointment in the way the Board of Finance meeting of March 10th
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was conducted by its members.86
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Mr. Looney said that while the application for development at the old Hartford South property is88
not at Zoning yet but people probably saw the recent newspaper article on the proposed89
development in Town.90
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Mr. Beal said the application is in front of Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands at the92
moment.93
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Mr. Antonio did not have any report at this time.95
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Ms. Yeisley said graduation has been set for June 18th. DEI is planning a Juneteenth event for97
June 20th. Public Safety met and reviewed recent items including an uptick in fires over the past98
few months.99
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Mr. Paine said he recently attend a Housing Authority meeting, and that Ms. Yeisley touched on101
Public Safety items he had written down.102
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SELECTMEN ACTION104
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b) Authorize the Town Manager to Submit Fiscal Year 2027 Congressionally Directed Spending106
Requests107
108
Mr. Roy reviewed the proposed projects for WPCA Flood Protection project and for HVAC109
Replacement and Roof Restoration at Eno Memorial Hall.110
111
Mr. Tyburski reviewed the Memorial Park Bath House and Splash Pad Redevelopment project.112
113
The Board engaged in a lengthy discussion around priority ranking of the three projects. Mr. Beal114
said he thinks it is important for the Board to be unanimous in their support to show strong support115
to our Federal representatives.116
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After a discussion on all three projects, Mr. Beal made a motion effective March 23, 2026 to118
authorize Town Manager Marc Nelson to submit Congressionally Directed Spending Requests to119
the Offices of U.S. Senators Blumenthal and Murphy for Eno Memorial Hall Upgrades, WPCA120
Flood Protection Improvements, and the Memorial Park Bath House and Splash Pad121
Redevelopment in that order. Mr. Antonio seconded the motion. All were in favor.122
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d) Discussion and Potential Action on Proposed Amendments to the DEI Council Statement of124
Purpose and Procedure125
126
Mr. Nelson gave a background of this request in front of the Board of Selectmen and that is good127
practice to have this come before the Board every couple of years. Ms. Mackstutis said it has128
been sent to the DEI Council in advance of today’s meeting.129
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Mr. Beal made a motion effective March 23, 2026 to revise the DEI Council Statement of131
Purpose and Procedure as presented. Mr. Antonio seconded the motion. All were in favor.132226
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES134
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a) February 28, 2026 Special Meeting136
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Edits were requested of Lines 376, 33, and 465.138
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Mr. Beal made a motion to approve the minutes as amended. Ms. Yeisley seconded the motion.140
All were in favor.141
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b) March 2, 2026 Special Meeting143
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Ms. Mackstutis made a motion to approve the minutes. Mr. Antonio seconded the motion. All145
were in favor146
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c) March 9, 2026 Regular Meeting148
149
Ms. Mackstutis made a motion to approve the minutes. Ms. Yeisley seconded the motion. All150
were in favor.151
152
Ms. Yeisley made a motion to adjourn to executive session pursuant to CT General Statutes 1-153
200(6)(A) and to invite the Town Manager and Deputy Town Manager. Mr. Beal seconded the154
motion. All were in favor.155
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The Board adjourned to executive session at 7:33 PM.157
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The Board left executive session at 8:09 PM.159
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Mr. Antonio made a motion to reconsider the minutes of March 2nd with a proposed edit to line161
261, stating that he did not abstain from this vote and rather voted in favor of the funding for162
Main Street. Mr. Looney seconded the motion. All were in favor163
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ADJOURN165
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Mr. Looney made a motion, effective March 23, 2026, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the167
Board of Selectmen at 8:10 p.m. Ms. Yeisley seconded the motion. All were in favor and the168
motion passed.169
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Respectfully submitted,171
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Tom Fitzgerald173
Deputy Town Manager174227
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CALL TO ORDER1
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The Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 8:30 a.m. in the Main3
Meeting Room of the Simsbury Town Offices. Present were: First Selectman Wendy4
Mackstutis; Deputy First Selectman Steven Antonio; Board members Curtis Looney (via Zoom),5
Diana Yeisley (via Zoom), Mike Paine and Kevin Beal. Others in attendance included: Town6
Manager Marc Nelson; Deputy Town Manager Tom Fitzgerald; Planning & Community7
Development Director George McGregor and Town Attorney Bob DeCrescenzo (via Zoom).8
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE10
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Everyone stood for the Pledge of Allegiance.12
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SELECTMEN ACTION14
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a) Pursuant to Town Code Chapter 85-6.1 Referral from Conservation Commission for Board16
of Selectmen Approval of Fee Proposal for Third Party Technical Review of a Complex17
Project18
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Ms. Mackstutis asked Mr. McGregor to give a background on this item and why it is before the20
board. Mr. McGregor briefly discussed the process outline in Town Code and stated that the21
applicant has no issues with the presented fee.22
23
Mr. Beal made a motion effective April 9, 2026, Pursuant to Section 85-6.1 of the Simsbury Town24
Code of Ordinances, to adopt the recommendation of the Inland Wetlands & Watercourse Agency25
to engage a consulting firm, Clough, Harbor & Associates, LLP (CHA), to perform an independent26
third party peer review of Application CC 26-02, 200 Hopmeadow Street, of SL Simsbury, LLC.27
The review shall substantially conform to the “Proposal for Services” dated March 31, 2026, and28
not exceed $17,475. The BOS further directs the Town Manager, to execute a contract to this effect.29
Ms. Mackstutis seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion passed.30
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b) Discussion on Nod Road Solar Siting Council Application32
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Ms. Mackstutis discussed the background of the potential Solar Project on Nod Road and various34
dates around the Siting Council process including a date in which the Town would need to file as35
an intervener. Ms. Mackstutis discussed a previous meeting held with Lodestar and items they36
have done since an initial letter was sent in December. Mr. McGregor discussed Lodestar’s37
presentation to the Conservation Commission on April 7th and said there was no opposition from38
the Commission raised at their meeting. Ms. Mackstutis gave information including what the39
estimated yearly revenue would be for the town due to taxes.40
41
Mr. Antonio gave his thoughts and stated he believes we should be an intervener to get the best42
possible outcome for the Town.43
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Mr. DeCrescenzo outlined what an intervener would detail including that the town would need to45
state what they are looking for in their petition letter. MR. DeCrescenzo said this would fall46
under his retainer.47
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Mr. Paine said he would like for the Board to become an intervener.49
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Ms. Yeisley, via Zoom, gave her thoughts including her belief on being an intervener.51
52
Mr. Looney, via Zoom, gave his thoughts and comments.53
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Mr. Beal state he would like the Town to be an intervener.55
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Mr. DeCrescenzo discussed the difference between being a party or intervener57
58
Mr. Beal asked about abutter letters to neighboring properties and the process of requesting to be59
a party compared to intervener. Attorney DeCrescenzo said it is a similar form that this firm uses60
when applying to be a party and an intervener.61
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The Board of Selectmen engaged in discussion on what they would like to see be done. After63
discussion, Mr. Paine made a motion to file for party and or intervener status and to have the64
Town Attorney and staff work on the application. Further move to direct the Town Manager to65
oversee the process. Mr. Beal seconded the motion. Ms. Mackstutis said this is for best interest of66
the Town and does not necessarily convey an opposition to the idea of the project. All were in67
favor of the motion, therefore the motion passed.68
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ADJOURN70
71
Mr. Antonio made a motion, effective April 9, 2026, to adjourn the Special Meeting of the Board72
of Selectmen at 9:07 a.m. Mr. Beal seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion73
passed.74
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Respectfully submitted,76
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Tom Fitzgerald78
Deputy Town Manager79229
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To: Board of Selectmen
From: Joseph Hollis, CZEO, Code Compliance Officer
George K. McGregor, AICP, Planning Director
Through: Marc Nelson, Town Manager
Date: April 7, 2026
RE: Municipal Land Use Commissioner Training Report
Pursuant Public Act 21-29 and State Statute §8-4c, each member of a municipal Planning
Commission, Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals must complete at least four
hours of training that covers a variety of land use topics. This must be accomplished within one
year of election and/or appointment.
The statute also requires a report to the local elected authority on the status of such training no
later than March 1 annually. No action by the Board of Selectmen in necessary.
The four training hours shall be comprised of at least one hour strictly focused on affordable
housing with the other three covering general planning topics such as process and procedural
matters, the Freedom of Information Act, or site plan review basics. The State Office of Policy
and Management has established guidelines for the trainings; however, as there is no State
certification, municipalities are responsible for ensuring compliance of its commissioners. The
statute requires Commissioners seated after January 1, 2023 to complete the training within a
year of their appointment and are expected to complete the training every four years.
The following tables indicate the training status of the members of the Zoning Commission,
Planning Commission, and the Zoning Board of Appeals.
We have had great success with commissioner training. Planning Staff will continue to work
with all of the Commissions on the Statewide training requirements.
If you have any questions please Contact George McGregor, AICP, Planning Director.230
Planning Commission
Erin Leavitt-Smith 100% Completed
William Rice 100% Completed
Julie Eaton 100% Completed
Donald Colantonio 100% Completed
Marcus Furze 100% Completed
Paul Sullivan (A) New Commissioner (report out in 2027)
Holly Beum 100% Completed
Nicholas Criscitelli (A) 100% Completed
Pete Harrison (A) New Commissioner (report out in 2027)
Zoning Board of Appeals
Joann Hogan 100% Completed
Sheree Landerman 100% Completed
Ram Kaza 100% Completed
Margaret Rudin 100% Completed
Ellen Gilbert 100% Completed
Jonathan Yiesley 100% Completed
John Merz (A) 100% Completed
Amy McLean Salls (A) New Commissioner (report out in 2027)
Kelly Kearney (A) New Commissioner (report out in 2027)
Zoning Commission
Allen Bradford New Commissioner (report out in 2027)
Doug McKown (A) In Progress
Jackie Battos 100% Completed
Tucker Salls 100% Completed
Tony Braz 100% Completed
Stacie Espeso (A) New Commissioner (report out in 2027)
Kate Beal In Progress
Shannon Leary 100% Completed
Dagny Griswold 100% Completed231
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OFFICE OF THE Marc S. Nelson, MPA
TOWN MANAGER
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Simsbury, CT 06070 Fri. (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM) townmanager@simsbury-ct.gov
MEMORANDUM
To: Board of Selectmen
From: Marc Nelson, Town Manager
cc: Amy Meriwether, Finance Director; Nicholas Boulter, Chief of Police
Date: April 20, 2026
Subject: Department of Justice Grant Awarded
In April 2024, the Board of Selectmen authorized the application of a grant with the Department
of Justice for improvements to our Communications Center (Dispatch) by purchasing new
software that will standardize information gathering and response protocols. We do not currently
have a system that standardizes questions or inquiries to callers for emergency and non-emergency
calls and response protocols for police and/or fire personnel unrelated to medical needs. This will
provide a more efficient and standardized system. In addition, the call handling software gives
dispatchers access to on-line training courses which comports with our mission of continual
process improvement via training of staff and enhanced use of new technologies, both of which
have been identified as BOS and Town Manager objectives.
The grant award is for $62,000 which covers the entire implementation cost for the first year of
the software. After the first year, there will be a recurring operating cost that is projected at $9,300,
which will be included in the Police Budget going forward.
The appropriation of funds authorization was not included in the original BOS motion which
authorized the grant application and acceptance thereof, however, we were notified of the award i
n time to include the appropriation in the Town Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY 26-27,
which was delivered to the BOS on February 18, 2026 and adopted by the BOS on March 2, 2026
(it is shown as an expenditure on Page 66 and the offsetting revenue appears on Page 67). Due to
the appropriation being included in the annual budget, there is no further action required of the
BOS at this time.
We thank our partners at DOJ for this very impactful grant and look forward to implementing the
new software in the near future.233