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JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Norwich was held June 16, 2014 at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers. Present: Aldermen Desaulniers, Noblick, Wilson, Eyberse, Bettencourt, Nash and Mayor Hinchey. City Manager Bergren and Corporation Counsel Michael Driscoll were also in attendance. Mayor Hinchey presided. Ald. Bettencourt read the opening prayer and Ald. Nash led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Hinchey called for citizen comment. Abby Dolliver, 6 Deepwood Dr talked about celebrations: 13 students graduated from our specialized schools, Tuesday 6 pm Teachers Memorial graduation at Kelly, Wed 9 am Kelly Middle School graduation, and Friday 4 pm NFA graduation. Rodney Bowie, 62 Roosevelt Ave, stated he was perplexed by the raises he felt everyone hired should do an excellent. He objected to the raises and hiring of new employees stating the police department increased it’s staff by 25% and Norwich has one of the largest fire departments. Mayor Hinchey declared citizen comment closed. Mayor Hinchey called for a Public Hearing RELATIVE TO REVIEWING APPLICATIONS AND RECEIVE COMMENTS RELATIVE TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE ACT. Speaking in favor: no one spoke Speaking in opposition: no one spoke There being no further speakers Mayor Hinchey declared the public hearing closed. Upon a motion of Ald. Nash, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to accept the following report from Les King on the recommendations of the Community Development Block Grant Committee. Upon a motion of Ald. Noblick, seconded by Ald. Wilson, it was unanimously voted to accept the report from the Committee reviewing the Ice Rink proposals. City Manager Alan Bergren gave his report as followed: DATE: June 15, 2014 TO: Mayor Deberey Hinchey & Council Members FROM: Alan H. Bergren, City Manager SUBJECT: City Manager’s Report 1. Public Works 1  JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 Public Works is in the process of resurfacing Canterbury Turnpike from approximately 750 feet north of Nemczuk Drive to Occum Five corners. Work is expected to be complete by next week, weather permitting. The next areas for resurfacing are Shea’s Lane and the Norwich Business Park. The playground at the former Buckingham School has been removed due to safety concerns. Most of the structure is constructed of wood that is severely splintered and decayed. Many of the wood posts rock in place and are rotted below the ground. DPW Streets & Parks and Engineering staff determined that the playground has deteriorated beyond the point of rehabilitation. DPW will look for funding sources to provide a replacement playground as soon as possible. 2. CCM Board of Directors At the annual meeting on June 10, 2014, I was elected to serve another term on the CCM Board of Directors. This will be my 6th consecutive term serving as a Director governing the organization. 3. CCM Prescription Discount Card The program began in March of 2013 and to date Norwich residents have realized over $40,000 in prescription savings. The attached report details card activity for Norwich through April of 2014. 4. Volunteers Needed! Volunteers are always needed to fill vacancies on City Boards/Committees/Commissions. For more information and to see a list of current vacancies, minutes from past meetings, specific qualifications (if any) and to fill out an application, please visit the City’s website, www.norwichct.org or call the Mayor’s office at (860) 823-3742. In addition to any Board specific qualifications, volunteers must be current on taxes and resident electors of the City. 5. Citizen Charter Input Citizens can go to the City’s website at www.norwichct.org to submit suggestions or ask questions on charter revision. June 15, 2014 CCM Prescription Discount Card Report Since Norwich joined the program in March 2013, 747 claims have been processed and residents have saved over $40,400. City of Norwich CT Discount Card Total Member Avg Member Price Avg. Price % Price Total Cards Month: Claims Used Rx Cost Rx Cost Savings Savings Savings March-13 30 21 $ 2,490.08 $ 83.00 $ 1,192.91 $ 39.76 32% April-13 63 34 $ 2,986.47 $ 47.40 $ 2,784.15 $ 44.19 48% May-13 72 41 $ 3,259.63 $ 45.27 $ 4,280.29 $ 59.44 57% June-13 50 31 $ 1,174.22 $ 23.48 $ 1,868.78 $ 37.38 61% July-13 49 30 $ 2,497.02 $ 50.96 $ 1,987.76 $ 40.57 44% August-13 44 30 $ 1,805.83 $ 41.04 $ 2,624.20 $ 59.64 59% September- 50 31 $ 2,061.04 $ 41.22 $ 2,582.06 $ 51.64 56% 2  JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 13 October-13 71 32 $ 3,750.04 $ 52.82 $ 2,968.89 $ 41.82 44% November-13 63 31 $ 4,960.87 $ 78.74 $ 3,386.25 $ 53.75 41% December-13 63 30 $ 5,104.20 $ 81.02 $ 4,388.83 $ 69.66 46% Total 2013 555 311 $ 30,089.40 $ 54.22 $ 28,064.12 $ 50.57 48% January-14 54 28 $ 2,862.13 $ 53.00 $ 2,876.06 $ 53.26 50% February-14 58 29 $ 2,677.89 $ 46.17 $ 3,779.70 $ 65.17 59% March-14 43 18 $ 2,373.67 $ 55.20 $ 2,668.48 $ 62.06 53% April-14 37 21 $ 2,057.96 $ 55.62 $ 3,060.60 $ 82.72 60% Total 2014 192 96 $ 9,971.65 $ 51.94 $ 12,384.84 $ 64.50 55% Total Program 747 407 $ 40,061.05 $ 53.63 $ 40,448.96 $ 54.15 50% Mayor Hinchey called for citizen comment. Lisa Shippee, Director for TVCCA, she thanked the CDBG committee for their dedication and once again giving to the homelessness In-Place prevention project funding. Cathy Zeiner, Executive Director of Safe Futures asking for support on their CDBG request which battles and gives support to the Norwich domestic violence team. David Crabb, 47 Prospect St endorsed every comment made on resolution #1 except he opposes the fire department storage facility stating they should use the Intermodal Transportation Center. Sheila Hayes, 288 Central Ave, asked to support resolution # 5. Charles Whitty, Norwich Housing Authority asked on resolution #1 for $77,000 for the JFK 1 Phase 3 to do roofing and chimney work on the houses. Rodney Bowie, 62 Roosevelt Ave, asked on resolution #4 to adjudicate the Ice Rink tonight. He spoke on resolution # 1 asking to take caution on spending the City’s money. Steve Garstka, Norwich Housing Authority stated on resolution #1 the roofs are leaking and the wood around chimney is rotting at the JFK1 Phase 3 hence the request for funding. Alfred Gonsolves, Norwich Housing Authority stated on resolution # 1 that the roof needs replacing it does leak and it is causing damage to the interior of the homes. Mayor Hinchey declared citizen comment closed. 3 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 Upon a motion of Ald. Nash, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Hinchey. WHEREAS, the City of Norwich is an entitlement community receiving U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) dollars of $814,280 for program year (PY) 2014; and WHEREAS, these funds are extended through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (Public Act 93-383), as amended in 1977; and WHEREAS, a request for proposals was published in January, 2014 for applications due in March 7, 2014, 2 public meetings were held March 24 and 26, 2014 by the Community Development Advisory Committee and a public hearing was held on May 5, 2014 by the Council of the City of Norwich regarding these funds. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE NORWICH CITY COUNCIL that the allocation sum of $814,280 in CDBG entitlement grant funds shall be allotted as follows, and that the Community Development Director is hereby directed to submit the Annual Action Plan for the City of Norwich to HUD no later than July 17, 2014. CDBG - PY 2014 PY 2014 CDAC Council Approved Request Recommende AVAILABLE ALLOCATION $ 814,280.00 $ 814,280.00 CD Office - Administration $ 162,856.00 $ 162,856.00 TVCCA - Home Again Project - Homelessness In-Place Prevention $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 Norwich Adult Education - Community Development Through ESOL Instruction $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Our Piece of the Pie - Norwich Workforce Development $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 Norwich Community Care Team - Shelter Diversion and Rapid Re-Housing $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 Norwich Human Services - Norwich Works $ 34,233.00 $ 34,233.00 Safe Futures - Norwich Domestic Violence Response Team $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 Norwich Public Schools - BRIDGES Extended Learning Program $ 65,000.00 $ 50,000.00 Norwich Fire Dept. - Headquarters Storage Facility $ 110,000.00 $ 110,000.00 Disabilities Network of Eastern CT - Ramps for persons with disabiities $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00 Norwich Housing Authority - JFK I Phase 3 (remaining 11 bldgs) $ 77,000.00 $ - Habitat for Humanity - Rehabilitation of 6 Clairmont Court $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 CD Office - Property Rehab Project Delivery $ 64,000.00 $ 64,000.00 Norwich Police Dept - Greenville PSCS Expansion $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00 NCDC - Uncas Leap Blight Removal $ 170,000.00 $ - Fund Balance* $ - $ 218,191.00 Total Requests $ 858,089.00 $ 814,280.00 Funding Available minus Requests $ (43,809.00) $ - * Additional RFP/Allocation anticipated if Fund Balance is not reduced 4 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 Upon a motion of Ald. Nash, seconded by President Pro Tem Desaulniers, it was unanimously voted to amend the above resolution. WHEREAS, the City of Norwich is an entitlement community receiving U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) dollars of $814,280 for program year (PY) 2014; and WHEREAS, these funds are extended through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (Public Act 93-383), as amended in 1977; and WHEREAS, a request for proposals was published in January, 2014 for applications due in March 7, 2014, 2 public meetings were held March 24 and 26, 2014 by the Community Development Advisory Committee and a public hearing was held on May 5, 2014 by the Council of the City of Norwich regarding these funds. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE NORWICH CITY COUNCIL that the allocation sum of $814,280 in CDBG entitlement grant funds shall be allotted as follows, and that the Community Development Director is hereby directed to submit the Annual Action Plan for the City of Norwich to HUD no later than July 17, 2014. 5 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 CDBG - PY 2014 PY 2014 CDAC Council Request Recommended Approved AVAILABLE ALLOCATION $ 814,280.00 $ 814,280.00 $ 814,280.00 CD Office - Administration $ 162,856.00 $ 162,856.00 $ 162,856.00 TVCCA - Home Again Project - Homelessness In-Place Prevention $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 Norwich Adult Education - Community Development Through ESOL Instruction $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Our Piece of the Pie - Norwich Workforce Development $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 Norwich Community Care Team - Shelter Diversion and Rapid Re-Housing $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 Norwich Human Services - Norwich Works $ 34,233.00 $ 34,233.00 $ 34,233.00 Safe Futures - Norwich Domestic Violence Response Team $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 Norwich Public Schools - BRIDGES Extended Learning Program $ 65,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00 Norwich Fire Dept. - Headquarters Storage Facility $ 110,000.00 $ 110,000.00 $ 110,000.00 Disabilities Network of Eastern CT - Ramps for persons with disabiities $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00 Norwich Housing Authority - JFK I Phase 3 (remaining 11 bldgs) $ 77,000.00 $ - $ 77,000.00 Habitat for Humanity - Rehabilitation of 6 Clairmont Court $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 25,000.00 CD Office - Property Rehab Project Delivery $ 64,000.00 $ 64,000.00 $ 64,000.00 Norwich Police Dept - Greenville PSCS Expansion $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00 NCDC - Uncas Leap Blight Removal $ 170,000.00 $ - $ - Available for Allocation $ 814,280.00 $ 814,280.00 $ 814,280.00 Total Requests $ 858,089.00 $ 596,089.00 $ 673,089.00 FUND BALANCE* $ (43,809.00) $ 218,191.00 $ 141,191.00 * Additional RFP/Allocation anticipated if Fund Balance remains The above amended resolution passed on a 6-1 vote with Noblick voting in opposition. The amended motion passes 6-1 with Noblick voting in opposition. Upon a motion of Ald. Noblick, seconded by Ald. Wilson, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Hinchey. WHEREAS, the R.E. Van Norstrand Neighborhood Assistance Act, Chapter 228a of the Connecticut General Statutes (C.G.S. 12‐630aa‐12‐638) offers certain benefits to municipalities desiring to obtain the same and is administered by the State Department of Revenue Services (Commission of Revenue Services); and 6 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 WHEREAS, the Neighborhood Assistance Act provides a tax credit for business firms which sponsor local programs; and WHEREAS, such programs must be proposed and conducted by private non‐profit agencies or municipalities and be approved by the local legislative body; WHEREAS, a public hearing has been duly noticed and held on applications submitted to the City Manager’s office. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH that it approves the following program proposals under the Neighborhood Assistance Act: 1. Norwich Historical Society‐Energy upgrade: Lathrop Schoolhouse 2. Norwich Historical Society‐Creation of a Visitor’s Center 3. CRIS‐Audio Programming for People with Disabilities 4. U.C.F.S. – Autism Comprehensive Program 5. Habitat for Humanity of Eastern CT‐Energy Efficient Homes in Eastern CT 6. Society of the Founders of Norwich DBA: Leffingwell House Museum – Environmental Controls Upon a motion of Ald. Nash, seconded by Ald. Eyberse, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by City Manager Bergren. WHEREAS, the City Manager Alan H. Bergren has appointed as a regular member to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire on 2/28/16 or until a successor is appointed; Ray Dussault (R) WHEREAS, the City Manager Alan H. Bergren has re-appointed as regular members to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a term to expire on 2/28/16 or until a successor is appointed; Henry Olender Jr. (U) Dorothy Travers (D) NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Norwich hereby acknowledges the appointment and re-appointments of the above named to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Upon a motion of Ald. Nash, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to suspend the rules to move Resolution # 4 and take it up last on the agenda. 7 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 Upon a motion of President Pro Tem Desaulniers, seconded by Ald. Eyberse, it was unanimously voted to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Hinchey. WHEREAS, the Norwich Noontime Rotary intends to hold its 2nd “Celebrate Diversity Event” at the Howard T. Brown Park on Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.; and WHEREAS, Norwich Noontime Rotary intends to serve alcoholic beverages at this event; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Norwich, Connecticut that the Norwich Noontime Rotary be permitted to use the Howard Brown Park to hold an event as described the night of the Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Norwich, Connecticut that, pursuant to Section 13.14.2 of the Norwich Code of Ordinances, City Manager Alan H. Bergren be and hereby is authorized to grant the Norwich Noontime Rotary permission to sell beer, wine or alcoholic beverages at this event, permission to use the premises as described herein and to sell beer, wine and alcoholic beverages being subject to satisfactory proof that the Norwich Noontime Rotary has complied with the applicable regulations of the State Liquor Commission; that identification will be mandatory from each person purchasing an alcoholic beverage at the event; that the sales of beer, wine and alcoholic beverage be made under a proper liquor license; and that insurance satisfactory to the City Manager be obtained and maintained by the Norwich Noontime Rotary both as to the sale of beer, wine and/or alcoholic beverages at the event. Upon a motion of President Pro Tem Desaulniers, seconded by Ald. Noblick, to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Hinchey. WHEREAS, the Norwich Noontime Rotary intends to hold its 2nd “Celebrate Diversity Event” at the Howard T. Brown Park on Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.; and WHEREAS, Norwich Noontime Rotary intends to serve alcoholic beverages at this event; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Norwich, Connecticut that the Norwich Noontime Rotary be permitted to use the Howard Brown Park to hold an event as described the night of the Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of Norwich, Connecticut that, pursuant to Section 13.14.2 of the Norwich Code of Ordinances, City Manager Alan H. Bergren be and hereby is authorized to grant the Norwich Noontime Rotary permission to sell beer, wine or alcoholic beverages at this event, permission to use the premises as described herein and to sell beer, wine and alcoholic beverages being subject to satisfactory proof that the Norwich Noontime Rotary has complied with the applicable regulations of the State Liquor Commission; that identification will be mandatory from each person purchasing an alcoholic beverage at the event; that the sales of beer, wine and alcoholic beverage be made under a proper liquor license; and that insurance satisfactory to the City Manager be obtained and 8 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 maintained by the Norwich Noontime Rotary both as to the sale of beer, wine and/or alcoholic beverages at the event. Upon a motion of Ald. Noblick, seconded by Ald. Wilson, it was unanimously voted to amend the above resolution to add the rain date of July 5, 2104. Amended motion passed. Upon motion of President Pro Tem Desaulniers, seconded by Ald. Wilson, it was unanimously voted, to waive the reading of the proposed bond ordinance except for its title, and incorporate its full text into the minutes of this meeting, said ordinance give its first reading. Upon a motion of President Pro Tem Desaulniers, seconded by Ald. Nash, it was unanimously voted to schedule a public hearing on July 7, 2014 , for the second reading and action and refer to the Commission on the City Plan for the following ordinance introduced by Mayor Hinchey: 9 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 10 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 11 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 12 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 Upon a motion of Ald. Wilson, second by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to go into Executive Session pursuant to Connecticut General Statute Section 1-200(6), for the purpose of discussing the selection of a preferred operator and a lease of city property, said lease to include as part of the terms improvements to the existing structure, when publicity regarding such lease and the improvements will cause a likelihood of increasing the cost or diminishing the return to the City of Norwich concerning such property, and to review engineering and feasibility evaluations made for and by the City of Norwich with respect to the proposed improvements to be made to the structure. The following shall be asked to participate during all or portions of this executive session at the request of the City Council: City Manager Alan H. Bergren, Comptroller Joshua Pothier, Deputy Comptroller Anthony Madeira, William Block, Purchasing, Jeff Brining, Engineer Norwich Public Utilities, Corporation Counsel, Michael Driscoll, Joann Beguhl, Norwich Ice Rink Authority, Gary Makowicki Norwich Ice Rink Authority, and Cheryl Ritacco, Norwich Ice Rink Authority shall be asked to participate during all or portions of this Executive Session at the request of the City Council. The council was in Executive Session from 7:30 pm to 7:45 pm, at which time Mayor Hinchey, stated no votes were taken. Upon a motion of Ald. Wilson, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to return to regular session. Upon a motion of President Pro Tem Desaulniers, seconded by Ald. Bettencourt, to adopt the following resolution introduced by Mayor Hinchey. WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Norwich, by resolution adopted April 7, 2014, authorized and directed the city manager to issue a Request for Qualifications and Proposals seeking a qualified professional manager for the management operation of the Norwich Ice Rink; and WHEREAS, the City of Norwich has received three (3) responses to said Request for Qualifications and Proposals; and WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Norwich, by resolution adopted June 2, 2014 appointed a committee to review and evaluate the proposals submitted to the city and recommend a preferred operator to the Council of the City of Norwich; and, upon approval by the Council of the City of Norwich to negotiate and draft with the assistance of the city manager and the corporation counsel a proposed lease and/or operations agreement to be submitted to the Council of the City of Norwich for its approval; and 13 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 WHEREAS, said committee has reviewed and evaluated the proposals and recommends ______________ be selected as preferred operator with negotiations and drafting of a proposed lease and/or operations agreement to commence immediately NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, that _______________ be identified as the preferred operator subject to its executing a lease and/or operations agreement with the City of Norwich within sixty (60) days hereof, said lease and/or operating agreement to be presented to the Council of the City of Norwich no later than its first meeting in September 2014 for its consideration and approval; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH that if no such agreement is executed within sixty (60) days, or if not approved by the Council of the City of Norwich as set forth herein, said committee shall then recommend to the Council of the City of Norwich its second choice. Upon a motion of Ald. Bettencourt, seconded by Ald. Nash, it was unanimously voted to amend following the above resolution. WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Norwich, by resolution adopted April 7, 2014, authorized and directed the city manager to issue a Request for Qualifications and Proposals seeking a qualified professional manager for the management operation of the Norwich Ice Rink; and WHEREAS, the City of Norwich has received three (3) responses to said Request for Qualifications and Proposals; and WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Norwich, by resolution adopted June 2, 2014 appointed a committee to review and evaluate the proposals submitted to the city and recommend a preferred operator to the Council of the City of Norwich; and, upon approval by the Council of the City of Norwich to negotiate and draft with the assistance of the city manager and the corporation counsel a proposed lease and/or operations agreement to be submitted to the Council of the City of Norwich for its approval; and WHEREAS, said committee has reviewed and evaluated the proposals and recommends Wonderland of Ice Associates be selected as preferred operator with negotiations and drafting of a proposed lease and/or operations agreement to commence immediately NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH, that Wonderland of Ice Associates be identified as the preferred operator subject to its executing a lease and/or operations agreement with the City of Norwich within sixty (60) days hereof, said lease and/or operating agreement to be presented to the Council of the City of Norwich no later than its first meeting in September 2014 for its consideration and approval; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH that if no such agreement is executed within sixty (60) days, or if not approved by the Council of the City of Norwich as set forth herein, said committee shall then recommend to the Council of the City of Norwich its second choice. 14 JOURNAL OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWICH JUNE 16, 2014 The above amended resolution passes on a 7-0 vote. Upon a motion by Ald. Eyberse, second by Ald. Bettencourt, it was unanimously voted to go into Executive Session pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes Section 1-200 that the members of the Norwich City Council go into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy and negotiations with respect to pending litigation. City Manager Alan H. Bergren, Director of Planning & Neighborhood Services Peter Davis, Attorney Michael Zizka, members of the Commission on the City Plan: Ralph Page, Arthur Sharron, Frank Manfredi, John Mathieu, P. Michael Lahan, Les King and Daniel Daniska shall be asked to participate during all or some portions of this Executive Session at the request of the City Council. The council was in Executive Session from 7:50 pm to 8:45 pm, at which time Mayor Hinchey, stated no votes were taken. Upon a motion of Ald. Noblick, seconded by Ald. Wilson, it was unanimously voted to return to regular session. Upon motion to President Pro Tem Desaulniers, seconded by Ald. Noblick, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 8:46 pm. CITY CLERK 15