Dangerous Buildings, Board of Review

BOARD OF REVIEW MINUTES OF THE APRIL 22, 2009 MEETING Committee members present: Gary Schnip, Sofee Noblick, Richard Caron, Andy Zeeman and James Quarto Members not present: Jonathan Jacaruso Others present: James Troeger and Yvette Ysordia. The meeting was called to order at 5:30. It was determined there was a quorum. The minutes of the February 25, 2009, meeting were reviewed. A motion was made by Jim Quarto to approve the minutes, seconded by Rich Caron. All were in favor. The minutes of the March 10, 2009, special meeting were also reviewed. Rich Caron made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Jim Quarto. Sofee Noblick abstained from voting because she was not present at the meeting. All remaining members were in favor. Communications: Gary Schnip stated that there were no communications. 196 Yantic Street: Jim Troeger informed the members that the resolution to fix the roof overhang had been adopted and that East Coast Contracting had submitted the lowest price to do the job. He said that since they were not a recognized vendor, they had to submit some paperwork to finance and were in the process of doing that. Jim stated that he would keep track of it. 17 West Town Street : Andy Zeeman stated that he left a message with Mr. Cosentino about buying the staging but did not get a response. Mr. Cosentino advised Jim Troeger he was using the staging to fix the chimney. Ed Martin stated that there was nothing that could be done because it is not blight according to statute. 219-231 Central Avenue: Ed Martin stated that Mr. Ahmed has been conferring with Jennifer Gottlieb regarding the cleanup and for some reason believes the City may pay for it. Ed told Mr. Ahmed's attorney that the city does not have any money for cleanup. Mr. Ahmed paid for the demolition with the first insurance check. Ed sent Mr. Ahmed a letter stating that he had twenty days to cleanup the property. Mr. Ahmed's attorney then told Ed Martin that he did not want to deal with him anymore, only the City Manager. Ed talked to Jennifer and she stated that if he talked to the aldermen, there might be funds for cleanup. Mel Weise stated it would cost about $100,000.00 to clean up the property. Ed also stated that a letter sent to Peter Davis stated that a nonprofit company is proposing to take over the property with various stipulations. 751 North Main Street: Andy recused himself from the discussion on this property. 1 Gary Schnip read the names of the members of the committee from the resolution, which were Alderman, Jon Jacaruso, Gary Schnip, Sofee Noblick, Richard A. Caron, Sr., Andrew Zeeman and James M. Quarto. Sofee nominated Gary Schnip as Chairman and Jim Troeger seconded the nomination. Gary accepted the nomination and all were in favor. Various scenarios were discussed as to how the members would market the property and it was agreed that they should meet with Michael Driscoll about the matter first. 21 West Thames Street: Gary Schnip read the names of the members of the committee from the adopted resolution, which were Alderman, Jon Jacaruso, Gary Schnip, Sofee Noblick, Richard A. Caron, Sr., Andrew Zeeman and James M. Quarto. Sofee nominated Andy Zeeman as Chairperson and Gary Schnip seconded the nomination. Andy accepted the nomination and all were in favor. Members suggested looking at the Fairlawn packet for ideas and also agreed, as with the 751 North Main Street project, they needed to meet with Michael Driscoll. It was agreed by the members that both the 21 West Thames Street and the 751 North Main Street Committees would meet on the same nights as the Board of Review- Dangerous Buildings. The 21 West Thames Street Committee will meet at 6:15 and the 751 North Main Street Committee will meet at 6:30. Other matters: 26 Shipping Street: Gary stated that he has not had any correspondence from Jennifer regarding 26 Shipping Street. 23 McKinley Avenue: The members discussed whether or not all the firewood on the property was either blight or a safety hazard. Ed Martin stated that they could keep it there, that it is not blight and the fire marshal's office stated there is no hazard. 62 North Main Street : Ed Martin stated he would write Mr. Tong a letter this week regarding things that have not been completed on his property. Gary made a motion to adjourn and Sofee seconded said motion. All were in favor and the meeting adjourned at 6:45. 2