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JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Norwich was held April 2, 2012 at 7:30 PM in Council Chambers. Present: Aldermen Desaulniers, Noblick, Braddock, Hinchey, Bettencourt, Jaskiewicz and Mayor Nystrom. City Manager Bergren and Corporation Counsel Michael Driscoll were also in attendance. Mayor Nystrom presided. Ald. Hinchey read the opening prayer and Ald. Braddock led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Upon motion of Ald. Jaskiewicz, seconded by Ald. Braddock, it was unanimously voted to adopt the minutes of March 5 and March 19, 2012. Ald. Braddock read the following Proclamation: PROCLAMATION #1 WHEREAS, organ, tissue, marrow and blood donation are life-giving acts recognized worldwide as expressions of compassion to those in need; and WHEREAS, more than 113,000 men, women and children wait for a life-saving organ transplants, of which over 1,250 reside in Connecticut; and WHEREAS, the need for organ and tissue donation grows daily as a new patient is added to the waiting list for an organ transplant every 11 minutes; and WHEREAS a single individual’s donation of the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys and pancreas can save up to eight lives; donation of tissue can save and heal the lives of up to 50 others; and a single blood donation can help three people in need; and WHEREAS, the spirit of giving and decision to donate are not restricted by age or medical condition; and WHEREAS, we should all encourage our family, friends and colleagues to pledge the "gift of life" by signing up at Connecticut’s donor registry; and WHEREAS, this observance pays tribute to organ and tissue donors and their families whose decision to Donate Life enables others to receive life-saving organs and tissues for transplant. NOW THEREFORE, I, MAYOR PETER ALBERT NYSTROM AND NORWICH CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM, PETE DESAULNIERS, ON BEHALF OF THE NORWICH CITY COUNCIL AND THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, do hereby proclaim April 2012 as “DONATE LIFE MONTH” in the City of Norwich Dated this Second Day of April, 2012 Peter Albert Nystrom Pete Desaulniers Mayor President Pro Tem 1 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 Ald. Hinchey read the following Proclamation: PROCLAMATION #2 WHEREAS, the Public Safety Dispatchers of the City of Norwich Communications Center, are the first and most critical contact that our citizens have with emergency services; and WHEREAS, Norwich’s Public Safety Dispatchers serve our citizens daily in countless ways, the work of these “unseen first responders” is invaluable in emergency situations, and each of these dedicated men and women deserves our heartfelt appreciation; and WHEREAS, the safety of our police officers, firefighters, and paramedics is dependent upon the quality and accuracy of information obtained by all Public Safety Dispatchers from the citizens who telephone the Emergency Communications Center; and WHEREAS, the Public Safety Dispatchers of the City of Norwich Communications Center have contributed significantly to the apprehension of criminals, suppression of fire and the treatment of patients in life threatening situations; and WHEREAS, each dispatcher, the unseen individual providing a calm voice when emergencies arise, has exhibited compassion, empathy and professionalism, keeping the Rose City and her citizens safe. NOW THEREFORE, I, MAYOR PETER ALBERT NYSTROM AND NORWICH CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM, PETE DESAULNIERS, ON BEHALF OF THE NORWICH CITY COUNCIL AND THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, do hereby proclaim Sunday, April 8, 2012 to Thursday, April 12, 2012 as Public Safety Dispatcher Week in the City of Norwich and urge all citizens to honor the employees of the Emergency Communications Center and recognize them for diligence and professionalism in their work to keep the Rose City safe. Dated this Eighth Day of April, 2012 Peter Albert Nystrom Pete Desaulniers Mayor President Pro Tem Mayor Nystrom read the following Proclamation: PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the 911 Dispatchers at American Ambulance Services, Inc. in the City of Norwich, are one of the first and most critical contact that our citizens have with emergency medical services; and 2 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 WHEREAS, 911 Dispatchers at American Ambulance Services, Inc. serve our citizens daily in countless ways, the work of these “unseen first responders” is invaluable in emergency situations, and each of these dedicated men and women deserves our heartfelt appreciation; and WHEREAS, the 911 Dispatchers at American Ambulance Services, Inc. have been thoroughly trained and certified as Emergency Medical Dispatchers through the National Academies of Emergency Medical Dispatchers; and WHEREAS, 911 Dispatchers at American Ambulance Services, Inc. handle an average of 106 calls per day dispatching ambulance and wheel chair vans to provide both emergency and routine transportation for patients as well as answering 911 calls and requests from other agencies for paramedic services; and WHEREAS, each dispatcher, the unseen individual providing a calm voice when emergencies arise, has exhibited compassion, empathy and professionalism, keeping the Rose City and her citizens safe. NOW THEREFORE, I, MAYOR PETER ALBERT NYSTROM AND NORWICH CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM, PETE DESAULNIERS, ON BEHALF OF THE NORWICH CITY COUNCIL AND THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, do hereby proclaim Sunday, April 8, 2012 to Thursday, April 12, 2012 as Public Safety Dispatcher Week in the City of Norwich and urge all citizens to honor the employees of the 911 Dispatchers at American Ambulance Services, Inc. and recognize them for diligence and professionalism in their work to keep the Rose City safe. Dated this Eighth Day of April, 2012 Peter Albert Nystrom Pete Desaulniers Mayor President Pro Tem Report from John Bilda, NPU General Manager – General Transmission Service Agreement. Report #1 3 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 4 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 RECEIPT The undersigned acknowledges receipt of a copy of the General Transmission Services Agreement, dated as of April 1, 2012, between the Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative and the Electric Department/Division of the City of Norwich acting through the Board of Public Utilities Commissions on March 16, 2012, which Contract has been recorded for consideration by the legislative body of the City of Norwich and may be disapproved and thereby invalidated by vote of the legislative body within thirty (30) days in accordance with Connecticut General Statutes § 7-23 3 and will be maintained or filed in this office for public inspection. Dated this 16th day of March, 2012 By:________________________ Betsy M. Barrett, City and Town Clerk Clerk’s Office, City Hall 100 Broadway Norwich, CT 06360 City Manager Alan Bergren gave his report as followed: BUDGET PRESENTATION APRIL 2, 2012 SLIDE 1 Good evening Mayor Nystrom and Members of the City Council. Pursuant to the requirements of the duties and responsibilities of the City Manager, I hereby formally present the City Manager’s Proposed Budget for fiscal year 2012-2013. This year with the help of our skillful staff I am presenting a brief power point overview of the City Manager’s proposed budget for the FY 2012-2013. This budget is designed to address actions identified needed to move our City forward. This is not a status quo proposed budget. Our voters have recognized and supported recent bond issues to revitalize our downtown, and expand utilities. Previously taxpayers have supported a major infrastructure bond rebuilding the Kelly Middle School which we dedicated late last year. SLIDE 2 (Our Leaders) This budget recognizes and continues to move the City in the direction established last year by your predecessor Council and reflects the goals you as our current elected leaders have communicated to me over the past several months. I take this opportunity to thank you, our Council members for your individual support and guidance as you communicated with me during the beginning of the budget development process. I have considered your individual priorities and long-term goals and incorporated these into my proposed budget. In addition, I have also recognized the concerns of our taxpayers as they were communicated to us all. After many tough decisions, I am submitting a budget plan, which provides aligning citywide programs and resources with the goals identified in the budget document. 5 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 SLIDE 3 (Our Team) The City Manager’s proposed budget is a work product of many people who all contributed toward maximizing the resources of the city for the common good. Let me begin by recognizing the invaluable contributions of our Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller, and Human Resources Director for their outstanding guidance, dedicated assistance and hours of hard work. It continues be an honor to work with such highly skilled and talented professionals. I also am indebted to our Department and Agency Heads, and our hundreds of employees for their significant professional contributions and their steadfast perseverance in the delivery of quality services each day in this most challenging environment. SLIDE 4 (Goals & Priorities) Our Budget goals and priorities are as follows: SLIDE 5 (Long term strategies) These long-term strategies are the guiding principles behind this budget document and future budget proposals. SLIDE 6 (2012-13 Budget Priorities) With respect to these long term goals, our budget priorities for 2012-2013 are: (from slide) 1. Provide for adequate public safety services. 2. Provide an effective teaching and learning environment in our Public Schools. 3. Maintain the City’s infrastructure. 4. Preserve the financial foundation and the credit rating for which we have worked so diligently to achieve. 5. Keep the mill rate as low as possible. The City Budget is the single most important policy-making tool that you, our City Council members, utilize in setting the course of the City for the next fiscal year and establishing the blueprint for future years during your tenure. The budget document, when adopted, reflects the annual fiscal work plan for our community. SLIDE 7, 8 (Growth & Change) • Norwich is now the largest & fastest growing municipality in Southeastern CT. • The population has grown 12% in the last decade SLIDE 9,10 (Overview & Revenue) • Property Taxes, interest and liens 6 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 • Intergovernmental (Primarily State of CT grants) • Licenses, permits, fees, other We have had modest growth in our grand list (1.6%) with the largest growth reflected in the area of motor vehicles (6.4%) and personal property (12.02%). I am proposing a 4.97% increase in the general fund mill rate, or 1.23 mills from 24.76 to 25.99. Within the budget document you will find a table on page 6 of my budget message detailing the change. The Town Consolidated Fire District (TCD) mill rate remains unchanged at 0.36 mills. The combined General Fund & TCD mill rate will increase by 4.90% or 1.23 mills, from 25.12 to 26.35. The City Consolidated Fire District (CCD) mill rate will increase by 11.55%, or 0.47 mills, from 4.07 to 4.54. The combined General Fund & CCD mill rate will increase by 5.9%, or 1.70 mills, from 28.83 to 30.53. I have not included the use of any unrestricted fund balance (surplus) to support expenses during FY 2012-13. This will keep the undesignated fund balance at the 8-10% target level. SLIDE 11 (Sources of Funding for NPS Expenditures) Revenue from the State for education cost sharing has remained flat for the past 5 years. The State’s commitment to funding education cost sharing made in the first part of the decade has fallen off and the shortfall made up from property taxes. SLIDE 12 (Total Non-Education Grants) • PILOT Payments • LOCIP • Mohegan-Pequot • Town Aid Roads • Property Tax Relief • Revenue Sharing We will look to our legislature to support, at the minimum, the Governor’s projected aid to municipalities, and not push the burden down to local taxpayers particularly when we are subjected to numerous state mandates. SLIDES 13(Expenses) The Capital budget continues to be funded at the minimum as required by Charter, to reflect value of 1 mill. Capital funding will include paving projects, firefighter equipment, and replacement of some police vehicles. If you set aside the increases in voter approved debt service related to the Kelly Middle School, road improvements & increased Police staffing, the mill rate increase would be only 3.88% 7 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 The proposed education budget is increased by $1,022,451 from the current 2011- 2012 level. I have met with our School Superintendent to discuss some cost saving opportunities and to explore areas of consolidation that may make sense in long term operating efficiencies. We will continue this dialog as we move forward, and will implement measures as opportunities present themselves. SLIDE 14 (Expenditure to Inflation Comparison) We have made a continuous effort to fund our public schools above the CPI and also made a continuous effort to keep our City expenditures below the rate of inflation. SLIDE 15 (Highlights) This proposed budget before you presents the focus that the Council initiated over the last year. Over the past four years we have reduced funding and resources in a number of areas and refocused and increased funding in other areas. It is a budget proposed to deal with the areas that the previous Council had committed to in a five year public safety plan. It also reflects the need to provide the services that our City needs to promote the City and move forward as we emerge from this economic downturn. • Community Policing Program: 3 teams being assembled led by Sgt. Camp have begun initial deployment to the Downtown, Greeneville & Taftville areas of Norwich • Commitment to Public Works Capital budget funding to continue the successful road improvement program in place since 2006 & 2009 infrastructure bonds. Over 31 miles of our 161 miles of roads have been re-paved/reconstructed Many careful and thoughtful decisions had to be made as we prepared this proposed budget knowing that we have limited resources. We in City Hall know we must balance fiscal responsibility with strategic investments. SLIDE 16 (Upcoming Bonding Initiatives) Public Safety Communications – I will be asking for your support in the upcoming months for a bond ordinance to make some improvements to our public safety infrastructure and equipment. These improvements should improve the quality and reliability of our radio communications by moving the system from copper phone lines to NPU’s fiber optic lines and by replacing some obsolete equipment. Over the long-term, it should also reduce the cost of maintaining the system. Technology upgrades – Later this Fall, I will be submitting a bond ordinance for your consideration to make improvements to other aspects of City operations which should reduce long-term costs and add functionality. Some of the projects that are being evaluated are voice over IP, server virtualization and software investments which should streamline our operations. SLIDE 17 (Other Initiatives) • Gas Line Expansion bonds: since the gas line expansion bonds were passed through referendum in 2010, NPU has added 2.7 miles of gas mains and added 104 natural gas customers so far for a projected increased load of 400,000 ccfs annually. • Website upgrade: The City just awarded a contract to CivicPlus to redesign 8 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 the City’s website. CivicPlus is an industry leader in government websites with over 1,000 clients. We will be looking to incorporate many of the suggestions made by citizens into the design of the new website. We hope to launch the new website by the end of 2012. • Lead Paint Grant: The Community Development Department won a $2.1 million HUD grant to continue its work in making Norwich homes safer. The funds will be used to remove lead-based paint from roughly 95 homes throughout the City. SLIDE 18-25 (Where do we go from here/Schedule) SLIDE 26 As you, our City Leaders go through the proposed budget in our upcoming workshops; our staff and I stand ready to support you in this challenging task. I am confident that under the stewardship of this City Council, committed to the public good and with the collective wisdom of all parties working together towards that end, we will continue the great Norwich tradition of innovation and adaptation. SLIDE 27-One City Connecticut needs to be competitive in attracting new business and private sector jobs that can grow the economy. As our Mayor and City Council, through your leadership, you have recognized the importance to become more proactive in focusing on what needs to be done to advance our community as we compete with other cities and towns across the State. Our voters have embraced the bond initiatives to develop a strategy to position our great City for economic renewal by creating new opportunities for private investment in our City. Healthy, vibrant communities will raise the fortune of all in the State of Connecticut. We have much to celebrate in our heritage and cultural diversity that makes Norwich the story of the promise of America. We will, with the support of our Mayor and City Council, our Governor and most importantly our state legislators, working together, emerge stronger and more competitive for the future. SLIDE 28 Therefore, I hereby formally transmit to you the City Manager’s proposed budget for the 2012-2013 fiscal year. (Final version delivered to the City Council sitting in regular session, in Council Chambers, April 2nd 2012, at 7:30 PM) Upon a motion of Ald. Jaskiewicz, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to suspend the rules to add the following Resolution # 5, to the agenda. City Clerk read the following resolution: WHEREAS, on March 16, 2012 subpoenas were served on the City Clerk directed to the clerk, the treasurer, the tax collector, the assessor, the registrar of voters, the purchasing agent and four member of 9 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 the city council directing their appearance in court on March 19, 2012 in connection with a pending matter; and WHEREAS, the municipal employees were also directed to bring certain documents with them; and WHEREAS, the Corporation Counsel informed the City Manager that he has an interest in the matter which, in his opinion, would disqualify him from appearing for the city employees and council members regarding the subpoenas; and WHEREAS, Attorney Edward B. O’Connell and the firm of Waller, Smith and Palmer, PC was hired to provide legal advice and representation for those identified in the subpoenas with respect to said subpoenas and compliance therewith and has and continues to do so NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, that Attorney Edward B. O’Connell and the firm of Waller, Smith and Palmer, PC, having appeared for the City of Norwich acting on behalf of those identified in the subpoenas be and hereby are authorized to appear for, advise and represent those identified in said subpoenas and officers and employees of the City of Norwich and members of the Council as special counsel with respect to subpoenas and other matters in connection with the case of Sheri Speer, et al vs. Aimee Wickless, et al pending in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of New London at New London. Submitted by City Manager Alan H. Bergren Mayor Nystrom called for citizen comment on resolutions. Joanne Philbrick, 10 Elm St, opposed resolution #2 stating that there are many dangers in serving alcohol, we should be proactive and not promote irresponsibility. She spoke on resolution # 3 applauding the work and dedication of the Human Service Department. However, in this instance the service should be provided by another agency the city shouldn’t be handing out the donations. There being no further speakers Mayor Nystrom declared the citizen comment on resolutions closed. Upon a motion of Ald. Jaskiewicz, seconded by Ald. Braddock, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by City Manager Bergren. RESOLVED, that the first public hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 will be held on Monday, April 9, 2012, 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the second public hearing on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 will be held on Monday, May 14, 2012 at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Upon a motion of Ald. Braddock, seconded by Ald. Jaskiewicz, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Nystrom. 10 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 WHEREAS, the River Fest Committee of the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring “River Fest 2012” at the Howard T. Brown Park on Saturday, June 2, 2012; and WHEREAS, “River Fest 2012” allows the entire community to share its cultural heritage with each other and permits festival goers to enjoy the variety of food, music and entertainment; and WHEREAS, The River Fest Committee of the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce has requested permission to sell beer and wine during the festival. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to section 13.142 of the Norwich Code of Ordinances, the City Manager is authorized to grant the River Fest Committee of the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce in Norwich permission to serve and sell beer and wine at the River Fest 2012 celebration to be held on June 2, 2012 at the Howard T. Brown Park subject to satisfactory proof that the River Fest Committee of the Greater Norwich area Chamber of Commerce in Norwich has complied with applicable regulations of the State Liquor Commission. Upon a motion of Ald. Hinchey, seconded by Ald. Jaskiewicz, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by City Manager Bergren. WHEREAS, the March 26, 2012 fire at the following addresses: 3 Oak Street 11 Oak Street 191 Franklin Street 199 Franklin Street 201 Franklin Street displaced approximately 20 individuals; and WHEREAS, Council of the City of Norwich wishes to encourage donations to help these individuals through this transition; and WHEREAS, these donations shall be made payable to the City of Norwich and will be deposited into the City of Norwich Human Services Grants & Programs Fund account S3312-75000; and WHEREAS, the donations and expenditures of those donations would be required to follow all of the laws, policies and procedures of the City of Norwich including, but not limited to accounting, purchasing, risk management, and cash handling; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, that the Human Services Department be authorized to expend those donations raised for the purpose of helping the individuals affected by the Oak Street/Franklin Street fire from Human Services Grants & Programs Fund account S3312-80000. 11 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 Upon a motion of Ald. Braddock, seconded by Ald. Desaulniers, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Nystrom. WHEREAS, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is preparing a time extension amendment to the Personal Services Agreement 2002‐20347, Corning Road and Rogers Road Landfill Remediation, between the State of Connecticut and the City of Norwich; and WHEREAS, the State requires a new resolution be adopted by the Council of the City of Norwich authorizing City Manager Alan H. Bergren to sign the amendment on behalf of the City of Norwich; and WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Norwich determines that it is in the best interest of the City of Norwich to enter into said amendment with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection with respect to the remediation of the Corning Road and Rogers Road Landfills NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, that it is in the best interest to the City of Norwich to enter into a time extension amendment to Personal Services Agreement 2002‐20347, Corning Road and Rogers Road Landfill Remediation between the State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and the City of Norwich; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH that, in furtherance of this resolution, Alan H. Bergren, the City Manager of the City of Norwich, is duly authorized and directed to enter into and to sign said amendment and contract on behalf of the City of Norwich. Alan H. Bergren currently holds the title of City Manager and has held that office since December 3, 2007. City Manager Alan H. Bergren is further authorized to provide such additional information and to execute such other documents as may be required by the local, state or federal government in connection with said amendment and contract and execute any amendments, rescissions, and revisions thereto and to cause all of such documents to be delivered to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection of the State of Connecticut. Upon a motion of Ald. Jaskiewicz, seconded by Ald. Braddock, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following ordinance introduced by City Manager Bergren. WHEREAS, on March 16, 2012 subpoenas were served on the City Clerk directed to the clerk, the treasurer, the tax collector, the assessor, the registrar of voters, the purchasing agent and four member of the city council directing their appearance in court on March 19, 2012 in connection with a pending matter; and WHEREAS, the municipal employees were also directed to bring certain documents with them; and WHEREAS, the Corporation Counsel informed the City Manager that he has an interest in the matter which, in his opinion, would disqualify him from appearing for the city employees and council members regarding the subpoenas; and 12 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 WHEREAS, Attorney Edward B. O’Connell and the firm of Waller, Smith and Palmer, PC was hired to provide legal advice and representation for those identified in the subpoenas with respect to said subpoenas and compliance therewith and has and continues to do so NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, that Attorney Edward B. O’Connell and the firm of Waller, Smith and Palmer, PC, having appeared for the City of Norwich acting on behalf of those identified in the subpoenas be and hereby are authorized to appear for, advise and represent those identified in said subpoenas and officers and employees of the City of Norwich and members of the Council as special counsel with respect to subpoenas and other matters in connection with the case of Sheri Speer, et al vs. Aimee Wickless, et al pending in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of New London at New London. Upon a motion of Ald. Hinchey, seconded by Ald. Braddock, it was unanimously voted to schedule the Adoption of Council Preliminary Budget for May 7, 2012, introduced by City Manager Bergren. AN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CITY OF NORWICH AND THE CITY CONSOLIDATED DISTRICT OF SAID CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012-13. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, the following appropriations hereby are made to meet the expense of the City of Norwich and City Consolidated District of the City of Norwich for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013 to wit: AN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE CITY OF NORWICH AND THE CITY CONSOLIDATED DISTRICT OF SAID CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2012-13. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, the following appropriations hereby are made to meet the expense of the City of Norwich and City Consolidated District of the City of Norwich for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013 to wit: 13 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 COMPARATIVE BUDGET SUMMARY AS REQUIRED BY CITY CHARTER GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS 2012-13 2010-11 REVISED 2011-12 REVISED PROPOSED BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET City Manager 258,446 264,118 271,234 Finance 1,234,042 1,269,604 1,357,829 City Treasurer 203,777 203,834 217,706 Assessment 358,342 361,349 371,403 Human Resources 386,779 370,111 407,031 Law 420,000 420,000 436,800 City Clerk 380,322 340,884 351,378 City Council 354,276 391,500 366,772 Police 10,432,927 11,040,487 12,201,876 Fire - Central 1,704,377 1,827,077 2,012,674 Fire - East Great Plain 111,349 109,781 118,178 Fire - Laurel Hill 50,207 45,997 51,749 Fire - Occum 68,132 62,866 60,766 Fire - Taftville 112,983 114,786 124,290 Fire - Yantic 114,070 114,229 131,445 Recreation 557,215 551,103 665,529 Human Services 1,228,338 1,282,221 1,354,846 Public Works 9,147,985 9,005,167 9,673,295 Election 116,740 109,979 116,802 Planning & Development 1,020,464 895,221 920,912 Debt Service - Principal 3,475,000 3,970,000 3,960,000 Debt Service - Interest 1,100,240 1,001,075 1,204,332 Miscellaneous 6,805,347 7,343,007 7,840,098 Emergency Management 52,499 51,048 70,190 Education 62,952,966 68,163,405 69,185,856 City Consolidated Fire District 5,817,401 5,910,738 6,563,113 Town Consolidated Fire District 519,498 535,662 554,376 TOTALS 108,983,722 115,755,249 120,590,480 General Operations 32,760,551 33,801,677 36,708,568 Debt Service 4,575,240 4,971,075 5,164,332 Capital Improvements 2,358,066 2,372,692 2,414,235 Education 62,952,966 68,163,405 69,185,856 City Consolidated Fire District 5,817,401 5,910,738 6,563,113 Town Consolidated Fire District 519,498 535,662 554,376 TOTALS 108,983,722 115,755,249 120,590,480 14 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH APRIL 2, 2012 City Manager Alan H. Bergren Upon a motion of Ald. Braddock, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to schedule the Adoption of Council Preliminary Budget for May 7, 2012, introduced by City Manager Bergren. AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING THE TAX LEVY ON THE LIST OF OCTOBER 1, 2011 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH: Section 1. On the City Assessment list of 2011 a tax of twenty-five and ninety-nine hundredths (25.99) mills on the dollar is hereby granted to be levied upon the ratable estate within the City of Norwich of the inhabitants of said City and all others liable to pay taxes therein. Section 2. On the City Assessment list of 2011, a tax of thirty-six hundredths (0.36) mills on the dollar, is hereby granted to be levied for fire services upon the ratable estate within the Town Consolidated District of the inhabitants of said District and of all others in said district liable to pay taxes therein. Section 3. On the City Assessment list of 2011, a tax of four and fifty-four hundredths (4.54) mills on the dollar, is hereby granted to be levied for fire services upon the ratable estate within the City Consolidated District of the inhabitants of said District and of all others in said district liable to pay taxes therein. Section 4. Real Estate and Personal Property, shall become due on July 1, 2012, and payable on said date in whole or in equal installments from that date, namely on July 1, 2012 and January 1, 2013 except that any tax of less than one hundred dollars shall be due and payable on July 1, 2012. If the first installment is not paid on or before August 1, 2012 or if the second installment is not paid on or before February 1, 2013, interest will be charged on any such delinquent payment at the rate of one and one-half (1½%) per cent per month from the due date or $2.00 whichever is greater, as provided for in the general statutes. Any person may pay the total amount of such tax for which he is liable at the time when the first installment shall be payable. Section 5. Motor Vehicle taxes shall become due and payable in whole on July 1, 2012. If the payment is not paid on or before August 1, 2012 interest will be charged on the delinquent payment at the rate of one and one-half (1½%) per cent per month from due date or $2.00 whichever is greater, as provided for in the general statutes. City Manager Alan H. Bergren Upon motion to Ald. Braddock, seconded by Ald. Noblick, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 8:40 pm. CITY CLERK 15