CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 6, 2014 AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 6, 2014

The meeting will be called to order at 7:30 P.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & PRAYER

ROLL CALL

Curran, Haddad, Knapp, Levy, Seabury, Stanley, Wetmore, Fox, Priola, DiGilio, Cavo, Saadi, Visconti, Palma, Arconti, Nero, Perkins, Chianese, Rotello, Loyola and Scozzafava

PUBLIC SPEAKING

MINUTES - Minutes of the Council Meeting held April 1, 2014

CONSENT CALENDAR

AGENDA

1 – COMMUNICATION - Old Ridgebury Road – 13 Acre Parcel

2 – COMMUNICATION - Danbury War Memorial

3 - COMMUNICATION - Appointment to the Commission on Aging

4 – COMMUNICATION - Appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission

5 – COMMUNICATION - Re-Appointments to the Tarrywile Park Authority

6 – COMMUNICATION - Donation to the Police Department – Ridgefield & Leir Foundations

7 – COMMUNICATION - Donation to the Police Department - CPWDA

8 – COMMUNICATION - Donation to the Parks & Recreation Department – Danbury Westerners

9 – COMMUNICATION - Use of City Property for Parking – 2-4 Germantown Road

10 – COMMUNICATION - Cell Tower – Richter Park Authority

11 – COMMUNICATION - Request for Sewer and Water Extension – Padanaram Road and Eastwood Road-

12 - COMMUNICATION - Request for Sewer – Great Meadow Road and Great Plain Road

13 – RESOLUTION - NRWIB – Youth Employment Funding

14 – RESOLUTION - LOCIP – Public Buildings

15 - RESOLUTION - DOH Shelter Funding

16 - RESOLUTION - SBHC FY 13/14 – Additional Funding

17 - RESOLUTION - Veterans Market Nutrition Program

18 – REPORT - 2014 Neighborhood Assistance Act

19 – REPORT & ORDINANCE - Governmental Entities, Code of Ordinance, Section 2-176

20 – REPORT & ORDINANCE - Building Department Fee Schedule - Code of Ordinance, Section 6-02, 2A and 6-02B-8

21 – REPORT - ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION - An Ordinance Making Appropriations for the Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015 and a Resolution Levying the Property Tax for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015 A. General Government 1 Budget Report B. General Government II Budget Report C. Education Budget Report D. Public Works Budget Report E. Health & Housing, Public Safety, Welfare & Social Services Budget Report

22 – REPORT & ORDINANCE - An Ordinance Appropriating $3,000,000 for Public Improvements in The 2014-2015 Capital Budget and Authorizing the Issuance of $3,000,000 Bonds of the City to Meet Said Appropriations And Pending The Issuance Thereof The Making Of Temporary Borrowings For Such Purpose

23 - REPORT & ORDINANCE - Sewer Rates as of July 1, 2014

24 – REPORT & ORDINANCE - Water Rates as of July 1, 2014

25 – DEPARTMENT REPORTS – Police, Fire, Health-Housing & Welfare, Dream Homes, Public Works, Permit Center, UNIT, Elderly

EXECUTIVE SESSION

26 - COMMUNICATION - Purchase of Property by City

27 - COMMUNICATION - Supplemental Budget Request – Litigation Costs

28 - COMMUNICATION - Ratification of Recent Tax appeal Settlements

There being no further business to come before the Council a motion was made at ______P.M. by ______for the meeting to be adjourned.

Dream Homes Community Center To: Mayor Mark Boughton and the City Council From: Sharice Coleman, Homeless & Housing Advocate Re: April, 2014 Monthly Report cc: ARC Executive Director & ARC Board of Directors

I. Program Synopsis

Per the proposal endorsed by Mayor Boughton and the City Council, Dream Homes Community Center (DHCC) was established at ARC to serve as the Point of Entry for people who are homeless or low-income renters and to facilitate first-time home ownership for people with hard-to-serve backgrounds.

II. Program Updates

Dream Homes Community Center continues to put the “Boots on the Ground” in the efforts to end homelessness. The number of people served throughout Danbury continues to increase. Through our Coordinated Access Services, Dream Homes Community Center has served 553 people in the city of Danbury alone since July 1, 2013.

Point of Entry Since July 1, 2013, DHCC has provided services to 878 people through the Point of Entry at ARC. The following is a breakdown by town:

Town July 2011 – June 2012 July 2012- June 2013 July 2013-April 2014 Danbury 592 590 596 Bethel 26 62 48 Brookfield 33 14 16 New Fairfield 34 22 10 New Milford 77 68 77 Newtown 4 16 24 Redding 7 0 0 Ridgefield 8 5 20 Sherman 2 1 4 Other Towns 45 58 83 Total 828 836 878

III. Outreach Highlights: Dream Homes Staff attended the following meetings and trainings:

• Homeless and Housing Advocate Sharice Coleman attended the Continuum of Care Meeting held at City Hall. Committee members met to vote on the new Coordinate Access Network System that is to be implemented starting July 1, 2014.

• ARC’s Executive Director Rev. Phyllis Leopold and Homeless and Housing Advocate Sharice Coleman attended the Danbury Housing Partnership meeting held at City Hall. Francesca Martin invited SOAR (Social Security, Access and Recovery) Program Manager Libby Protzman from Columbus House to speak to the committee on the importance of income in the process of ending chronic homelessness. Libby also discussed the process of SOAR and the alternative to SOAR.

• Homeless and Housing Advocate Sharice Coleman attended the monthly Shelter Plus Care meeting held at Western Connecticut Mental Health Network. Committee members met to discuss current wait list

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IV. Program Highlights—Story of one family served by DHCC this month (names changed)

A Point of Entry and Coordinated Access Success Story

“John”

John was referred to ARC by the local City Welfare office. He had been living in his car for the past few months after losing his job, and being evicted from his apartment. After several attempts of trying to get back on his feet, John began to seek assistance. He came to ARC requesting assistance finding housing and a Security Deposit.

Housing Advocate met with John to conduct intake and Needs and Assessment. John had been dealing with some health issues and living in his car which was not helping his condition. It was imperative that he find housing as soon as possible. Housing Advocate reviewed John’s income and expenses. John had been receiving unemployment and was bringing in a decent amount of money; however he was paying a lot of money in child support. Housing Advocate advised John to meet with Legal Aid to see if he could reduce his child support payments since he wasn’t working. Housing Advocate also noticed that John was not receiving food stamps and spending a lot of money on food and eating out. Housing Advocate encouraged John to apply for food stamps and in the mean time take advantage of utilizing soup kitchens and food pantries when he could in order to save money.

Housing Advocate continued to work with John in his search for housing. With John cutting back on some of his expenses, and getting his child support payments reduced, Housing Advocate and John were able to establish an affordable rent amount that wouldn’t exceed his budget. Housing Advocate began a housing search for John in the Danbury area that wouldn’t exceed his budget. Housing Advocate also connected John to well known landlords who work with ARC on a regular basis. Within two weeks of coming to ARC, Housing Advocate and John were able to find an apartment that didn’t exceed his budget. Housing Advocate met with the Landlord and conducted the apartment inspection to ensure the apartment met all CT-Habitability requirements. Housing Advocate also met with John and the new landlord to review the lease and tenants rights and responsibilities to ensure John had full understanding of his responsibilities as a tenant. Once John was in full understanding of his lease and his tenant rights and responsibilities he was ready and excited to move in and finally be off the streets. ARC was able to supply John with a security deposit for his new apartment and remains stably housed.

CITY OF DANBURY DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 DEPARTMENT OF ELDERLY SERVICES COMMISSION ON AGING ELMWOOD HALL 10 Elmwood Place (203) 797-4686

DATE: April 28, 2014

TO: Honorable Mayor Mark D. Boughton Members of the City Council

FROM: Susan M. Tomanio, LCSW Director of Elderly Services

RE: Department Report for City Council Meeting / COA Reporting Period: (3/24/14 – 4/28/14)

Department of Elderly Services - 711 incoming information calls

Elmwood Hall Senior Center - 325 seniors, 2,650 visits / services

Program Highlights: Safety Tips for Storing Medication, AARP Tax Assistance (552 tax returns completed), Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids with Quality Hearing, Volunteer Recognition Celebration, Creative Writing: Memoirs, Getting to Know Doctors Express/Urgent Care

Municipal Agent – 355 office/phone appointments

Monthly Concerns: Preparation and processing for Rent Rebate Program, Medicare D and original Medicare, Affordable Care Act, care giving and long term care options, Medicare Savings Program, elderly & disabled benefits information, area senior and disabled housing options, Medicare, Medigap, Medicare D & Medicare Advantage counseling, Medicaid, elder law and attorneys referrals, home care options, respite care options, Dept. of Social Services Protective Services referrals

Van Transportation Program – 407 one way trips

Connections / Collaborations: Chair - Aging in Place Planning Council of the Peter and Carmen Lucia buck Foundation (3 – 5 Year Plan), State Commission on Aging (board member), Livable Communities Subcommittee

Donations: Donations for performances by Senior Center Chorus – The Village of Brookfield Common - $25, The Gardens - $25

C I T Y OF D A N B U R Y FIRE DEPARTMENT 19 NEW STREET DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 Geoffrey R. Herald, CFO Phone 203-796-1550 Fire Chief Fax 203-796-1552

FIRE CHIEF'S MONTHLY REPORT

I hereby submit my report as Fire Chief of the Danbury Fire Department, which covers the period of 21 March 2014 through 21 April 2014 and details activities of the Department.

The weather has finally become spring-like. Despite the heavy winter snows, with this change we have had several very dry weeks. The potential for brush fires has been prevalent and indeed we had a very significant woods fire here in Danbury last Friday. Thankfully, there were no injuries to fire personnel and only one minor civilian injury. It is also fortunate that no structural damages incurred in this fire. I want to thank the many mutual aid partners who assisted us in this effort: Brookfield, Bethel, New Fairfield, Sherman, and Putnam Lake and from the State of Connecticut, the DEEP Forest Fire division.

The dry conditions have been slightly ameliorated with the rain of a few days ago but it will not take much to return to very dry conditions. We ask that everyone be especially mindful of the weather and be careful with outside fires, whether they are charcoal based or raw wood fires. In the city of Danbury the Community Risk Reduction Office of the Fire Marshal Office may issue an outdoor fire permit. These are issued with restrictions on wind and weather conditions. If you hold such a permit, please check with the office at 203-796-1541 to be sure the burning is allowed on a given day. As Smokey Bear says, “Only you can prevent forest fires”.

Public Education / Prevention / Public Relations

Crews toured 111, 251 & 255 Main St, 211 White St, South Ave, new sections of development at the Reserve, and the Matrix. Crew members toured the new Army Reserve Center that is now open, as well as the Federal Prison which is undergoing renovations to be converted back to a male facility.

Rescue 1 took part in an education program at Rogers Park Middle School, giving children a tour of the rescue squad and a fire safety talk and demo, including dressing up in gear for the smaller children. Truck 1 participated in show and tell at the Rogers

Park School Family University event. E-23 completed a Career Day presentation at Rogers Park Middle School for 48 students.

Many hours were spent training on the new cut-over to the Nexgen Computer dispatch system, and the switch to iPads as our mobile data terminals.

Members assisted at the Special Olympics Penguin Plunge at Candlewood Lake.

Suppression / Response Activities of Note

An improperly installed wood burning stove insert contributed to a chimney fire on Deer Park Rd. Creosote buildup restricted the flue opening to half its intended opening. Lack of a pipe extending from the top of the stove into the chimney flue allowed chunks of creosote to fall down on top of the stove and build up in the fireplace opening. The creosote ignited. Crews dismantled the fireplace enclosure and removed as much of the buildup as possible, ensuring extinguishment. The homeowner is to address further cleaning and inspection by a qualified contractor. A fire started in combustibles on a tenant’s stovetop at Glen Apartments. E-22 ensured extinguishment and initiated a primary search as smoke was banked to the floor. Truck followed up and reported the unit all clear despite considerable clutter in the unit. The Housing Authority’s facilities supervisor was notified and DFM Perry investigated. Damage was contained to the stove and cabinets above. A structure fire occurred at 57 Kenosia Ave due to a utility wire malfunction on a nearby pole. Gable trim was scorched but not actively burning. Power was out to adjacent homes. Crews ensured no active fire or extension into the home or on the adjacent structure. Landlord was contacted. CL&P arrived and repaired damaged wire, and an electrician notified by landlord to re-energize the home. The highlight of the month was a request for assistance from the City of Torrington on April 3rd. A large fire involving a tire warehouse was threatening the city, and a request came for our foam trailer with Squad 2 and Danbury Fire members. Also requested was the response of our regional Task Force under the Statewide Emergency Response Plan. Using the written plan with Danbury Fire Dispatchers Rivera & Perrotti, put the plan into action by activating Task Force 751, which included DFD Engine 26, Stony Hill Engine 1, Ridgefield Ladder 1, Sandy Hook Ladder 440, Mill Plain Engine 12, and Danbury Squad 7, and under the direction of Danbury Fire Captain Lounsbury went to Torrington to assist.

Command and Staff Activities

 Active shooter class Danbury PD  Fire Department strategic plan meeting  Connecticut EMT refresher test  Stony Hill Fire Department Annual Dinner  Citizens Hose Company Annual Dinner  Bid Opening for Civilian Dispatch

 St. Patrick’s Day Parade  Danbury Economic Forecast, Chamber of Commerce  Labor Management meetings  Danbury Hospital Heliport plan

Emergency Medical / HazMat - Rey Rodriguez

EMS Wednesday The topic for this month was Emergency Childbirth. While childbirth is a natural occurrence, having it occur in a pre-hospital setting can present First Responders with pre-delivery emergencies that they must be prepared to treat. Therefore, it is important that First Responders review emergency childbirth and practice the procedures required to assist with delivery and to recognize the possible complications that could occur and utilize the skills needed to assist with the delivery.

EMT Re-Certification Thirty-four of our firefighters recently took and passed their State of CT EMT re- certification test on March 28, 2014.

EMS Supervisors Meeting EMS/HAZMAT Coordinator Rodriguez attended the EMS Supervisors meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. Topics of discussion were as follows:  Education Opportunities  Introduction of Dr. Bruce Walsh as the new Trauma Program Medical Director  New Emergency Department Update. The “Ribbon Cutting” event will be held on June 20, 2014. Each service is requested to send representatives in dress uniforms for this event. The actual opening of the Emergency Department is still to be determined.  EMS Week/Recognition Dinner is May 24, 2014. Each service will have an opportunity to nominate a “provider of the year.”  AEMT Update: No action was taken at the Legislative level in regards to sun- setting the A-EMT certification. Since no action was taken, the A-EMT certification will continue and the recommendation from CEMSMAC is to upgrade to the current A-EMT standard.  Danbury Hospital Medical Director update

Communications / 911 - Provisional Communications Supervisor Steven Rogers

See Department Statistical Reports.

Training - Mark Omasta Volunteer Division Quarterly 115 Volunteer Firefighters attended first quarter training.

Firefighter I

We are two thirds of the way through the Firefighter I course. There are 18 students from nine of our various Danbury Vol. Fire Companies.

Career Division Modern Fire Behavior We are presenting information to all crews covering how fires are behaving in modern structures with modern furnishings. Using scientific findings from UL, NIST, and various live burn tests by numerous fire departments, a program was developed by FF Doug Zaniewski. Doug is delivering the class in conjunction with the training division.

Fire School The Firefighter I class has utilized the training grounds during the winter months, and live burn training has begun for the busy spring season. Fire Depts. from Sandy Hook, Brookfield, Hawleyville, Botsford, and Roxbury utilized our facilities.

Pre-fire Crews toured Henry Abbott Tech, the Federal Correctional Institute, and various buildings in their districts.

Technical Rescue Crews assigned to the Rescue Company are taking advantage of warmer weather and drilling on the various rescue tools and equipment on the heavy rescue.

Seminars The training division attended multiple training classes during the month including a course from National Traffic Incident Management, the Danbury PD on Mall response, and a week at the International Fire Dept. Instructor’s conference with Capt. Halas in Indianapolis.

Meetings/Events for the T.O.:

 Meeting at Danbury PD with area Police Depts. and EMS for Mall responses  Strategic Planning meeting at City Hall  Annual Dinner at Citizen’s Hose Co.  National Responder Training at the Police Academy  FD Instructors Conference in Indianapolis  Fire Service Day at the State Capital  Meeting with Asst. Airport Admin Safranek on ARFF training updates  CME at Danbury Hospital

Fire Fighter I Training Activity

Apparatus / Equipment - Joe Cavo

Currently E-25’s meter is out of service with a battery charging issue. E-26’s meter once again had no sound or warning light. This unit was returned to the factory for an estimate to repair. E-24’s new starter just did not sound right so it was replaced. The newest starter failed last night. We are currently waiting on another unit from our supplier. The foam valve solenoid and the officer side window regulator were replaced while this unit was here for the second starter. The mufflers on both TRK-1 and TRK-2 were replaced this month. The previous C-30 was sent to the body shop for repair of damages it received while operating on I-84 during a Christmas Eve ice storm.

Early in the month the department switched from laptops to iPads in all our apparatus. We removed all laptops and mounts, and installed the new iPad mounts and functional wiring to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Other repairs completed:  Replaced the lower steering shaft in E-25  Ordered parts for Squad-1 compressor  Replaced the Whelen selector switch in C-30  Replaced radiator in 06F5  Replaced Kussmaul covers in E-24 and E-26  Repair exhaust leak E-23  Serviced 13FT, 06F5, Truck-1, 09FX, 03T4, 13FE  Serviced the Foam unit after the Torrington tire fire

Community Risk Reduction Office of the Fire Marshal – Fire Marshal Jim Russell

Inspections This month we inspected the Hillcroft Apts. (192 units). We also inspected several multi-family homes, for a total of 220 apartments. Forty-one Assembly occupancies were inspected this month along with 10 inspections in the health care area. There were 21 business inspections and 25 mercantile inspections completed. Educational inspections are continuing at Park Ave School and Shelter Rock School, as these are two of the schools that are having additions worked on. There were also C/O inspections done at Bldg. 3 of Abbey Woods (the third out of five), RK Manufacturing, and the Lego Store in the Mall.

Investigations It was a busy month for fire investigations. There were 9 building fires, 2 chimney fires, 1 dryer fire, and 6 vehicle fires in Danbury. There were also several brush fires and rubbish/trash fires.

Plan Reviews This month there were 43 plan reviews completed. Projects ranging from small stores in the Danbury Fair Mall to larger projects such as the new Hospice Care Facility on the West side of town. There is also a new sub-division with 10 homes to be built at 147-153 Middle River Road.

Continuing Education: John Osborne, Mark Perry, Gary Bruce, and Jim Russell attended an “Arson Scene Search” class held in Wallingford on April 1-2. Marilyn Gillotti, Bill Weber, and Mark Perry attended a one day class in Easton. Jim Russell attended the Connecticut Fire Marshal’s Association Conference on April 16-17. The main topic of the class was NFPA 1033, which is the Professional Qualifications of a Fire Investigator. It was a very informative class.

Bill Weber has been attending the “541 Committee” which meets once a month to work on ways to get back to using NFPA 1, and simplifying the use of the fire codes. Fire Marshal Jim Russell continues to attend the Leadership Danbury Course put on by the Chamber of Commerce.

Fire Service Day: Fire Marshal Jim Russell and Training Officer Mark Omasta attended Fire Service Day at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford on April 15. We met with Representative Jan Giegler to check on several house bills which could affect the Fire Department.

Danbury Fair Mall Home Show: The Office of Community Risk Reduction attended the Danbury Fair Mall Home Show with a booth to promote Fire Prevention on March 29 and 30. Public interest was very good.

The Fire Prevention Poster Contest Our poster contest has come to an end for this year. This was by far our most successful year. We took in a total of 555 posters. The 4th grade winner was Christian Jolly from the South St School and the 5th grade winner was Tanya D’Mello from Pembroke School. Plaques, certificates, and teddy bears were given to the winners. Teachers, Secretaries and Principals received certificates. Parents of the winners received smoke alarms and CO detectors for their homes.

Danbury Hospital: The sprinkler system is in and workable, however, the fire pump is not quite ready. The alarm system is being tested for acceptance. Mark Perry has been doing a great job staying on top of all inspections and issues on this project.

The Smoke Alarm Initiative We have stepped up efforts to move forward with the smoke alarm initiative. We have been doing installations every Saturday with the fire crews.

Department Statistical Reports

Community Risk Reduction

Monthly inspections 368 Abatements issued 4 Violations issued 13 Complaints 12 Fire Investigations 31 Fire Safety Programs 25

Public Safety Answering Point

Total 911 calls 3754 Abandoned 911 calls 337 Cellular 911 calls 1980 911 hang up calls Admin calls received 800

CITY OF DANBURY HEALTH, & HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT 155 DEER HILL AVENUE, DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 Central Health & Housing Office Social Services Office 203 - 797-4625 203 - 797-4569 Fax 796-1596 Fax 797-4566

Mayor Mark D. Boughton April 24, 2014 1 City Council 155 Deer Hill Avenue Danbury, CT 06810

Re: Health & Human Services Department Monthly Report

Dear Mayor Boughton and Members of the City Council:

The March 2014 Health & Human Services Department monthly report is provided for your review. Detailed reports are attached for each Service, including the Housing, Food Service, Lead Poisoning Prevention, Social Services transition, Seasonal Work, School Based Health Centers transition and Environmental Health which identify specific inspections, tasks and hours provided by our staff.

Main Topics: The Department continues to work on the computer systems to test and update our inspector’s programs to produce reports so the public may have access to inspection results and improve partnerships with the Hospital and other medical clinics to improve services have continued as well. The Severe Weather Protocol has been activated to help those residents in need of shelter during the bitterly cold weather season this month; Danbury’s homeless shelter coordinators and the United Way’s 211 hotline system are a vital part of this support system. You are encouraged to review all the information for each Division, as it provides details concerning ongoing activities. Also, I thank you for giving the Health & Human Services Department the opportunity to serve the Citizens of Danbury and feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.

Sincerely, Scott T. LeRoy, MPH, MS Director of Health & Human Service

All City Services 311 Emergency Shelter 796-1661 Eviction Prevention 797-4565 Dial 2-1-1 for all Em. Shelter Fax 796-1660 Information-Referral 797-4569 Connecticut Services! WIC Program 797-4638

TO: Danbury City Council

FROM: Daniel Baroody, Associate Director

RE: Monthly Status Report – Housing, Food Service & Environmental Health Division March, 2014

March 2014 Housing, Food Service & Environmental Division Combined Stats Report

Inspection / Hours March Year to Date 2014 (fiscal) Hazardous Materials Management & Public 135 968 Health Preparedness (hours)

Wetlands / Water Resources (hours) 115 1,188

# Land Use Evaluations (Septic Systems and 39 812 Well Water Supply)

# Housing Inspections 86 901 # Food Service Inspections 103 1,129 # General Nuisance / Miscellaneous 194 1,548 Inspections

See attached narrative

All City Services 311 Emergency Shelter 796-1661 Eviction Prevention 797-4565 Dial 2-1-1 for all Em. Shelter Fax 796-1660 Information-Referral 797-4569 Connecticut Services! WIC Program 797-4638

Environmental Health Division Narrative Report 3

The status of major project and program activities of the Environmental Health Division (EHD) for March, 2014 can be summarized as follows.

Wetlands / Water Resource Management: The EHD continued to provide technical support staff to the Environmental Impact Commission (EIC). EHD staff has conducted review of permit documentation and site plans, site inspection of on going construction of EIC Permitted Projects, attended EIC Meeting and discussed environmental issues related to future projects by organizing pre-application meetings with developers and their consultants.

The EHD continued its management of water resource projects, including Tarrywile Lake. The EHD continued to provide staff support and liaison to the Environmental Impact Commission. (EIC), conducting oversight, environmental monitoring and inspection of public and private construction projects.

The EHD conducted site investigations of complaints and construction activities along the shore front of Candlewood Lake in cooperation with The Candlewood Lake Authority (CLA). The EHD receives and processes complaints, service requests and inquiries through the 311 “City Line” and Q-Alert systems.

Program Planning and Administration: The Director of Health (DOH) and Associate Director continued to coordinate various environmental programs New employees both full time and part time are attending training courses to obtain required certifications.

Subsurface Sewage Disposal & Private Water Supply Wells Compliance Program: The on-site sewage disposal and well permitting program staff continued to perform plan review, site soil suitability testing and inspection.

Land Use: The EHD continued administration of the Grading Permit Program, conducting permit application review, site inspection and enforcement.

Hazardous Materials Management & Public Health Preparedness: The Environmental Health Division (EHD) continues in planning, training and preparedness activities for all hazard events as well as completion of annual contract deliverables required by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grants.

HOUSING AND FOOD PROTECTION PROGRAM NARRATIVE 4

The statistical report reflects field activities conducted in connection with housing, public health and food service functions undertaken by the department. This narrative report is intended to summarize administrative activities and enforcement actions initiated by these sections. The narrative also highlights tasks and initiatives that may be of special interest.

The inspectors were not required to make court appearances. Several other cases were resolved by the City’s attorneys prior to court hearings being held. While every effort is made to encourage cooperation to correct violations, non-compliance with department orders leads to court action and possible penalties for contempt of court.

The department continues to participate in systematic and complaint inspections with the UNIT program as needed. Our Department inspectors serve as the liaison’s to UNIT and participates in inspections as requested. The department also investigates complaints throughout the city referred through the Mayor’s complaint line and from other departments in addition to complaints filed directly with the department. The department also receives complaints and service requests through the 311 system. Food service inspections for the month were affected by the extended leave of a full-time food service inspector.

The department’s lead poisoning prevention efforts for the month included monitoring of laboratory reports regarding blood lead levels in children in cooperation with the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Staff made contacts with clients in need of follow up tests according to State testing protocols. Preparations were also made to deal with the increased activity expected to result from the implementation of Connecticut’s new law that mandates universal blood lead testing of all children in Connecticut. The law went into effect on January 1, 2009 and has resulted in an increase in department activity in the monitoring and follow up of child blood lead test results. Increased testing may also result in the need for more mandatory environmental inspections by the department to address individual cases of elevated blood lead levels. The law also lowers the action level for triggering such investigations. The department also performed functions as a community partner in the LAMPP Program during the month. Participation makes Danbury property owners eligible to apply for grant funds to abate lead paint, replace windows and perform other repairs necessary to make units lead safe. One application involving a Danbury property is under consideration by LAMPP. In addition, the Health department has submitted program grant application to the HUD Healthy Homes Production and LAMPP. Danbury as a partner will be included in this exciting initiative!

Services to the Health Department and Danbury Home owners will include: Health Intervention providing, Rug replacement; Ventilating fan installation; Mold/mildew removal, etc. LAMPP will provide training the following: Training on healthy homes issues, Assessment tools (HUD Program & IPAD), Training on assessment process. LAMPP will also provide energy efficiency assessments of homes partnering with Northeast Utilities

TO: Mayor Boughton and City Council 5

FR: Social Services

RE: Activities during March, 2014

Mission Statement:

Our Social Services seek to provide the community and its residents with access to municipal and community social services in an expeditious, cost effective and comprehensive manner. Efforts are focused on improving access to housing and emergency shelters; improving access to medical care and coverage and improving social conditions for residents via collaboration and advocacy at the local, state and federal level by identifying and working to create systems of resources that are inclusive of all residents/clients in need.

The following are the highlights from our Social Services activities for March, 2014:

1. Our Housing Caseworker managed approximately 51 active cases. 2. The Day Center, located at the Emergency Shelter, had approximately 1240 visits from homeless individuals or those at risk of becoming homeless (this includes weekend service meetings). The breakdown of visits include the following:

a. Initial Assessments(new clients): 2 b. Laundry Services: 26 c. Mail Access: 61 d. Veteran Referrals: 2 e. Bus Tickets: 6 f. Housing Related Issues: 0 g. Housing Placement: 1 h. Job Searches: 7** i. Employment inquiries: 1 j. Case Management Services: 9 k. Showers: 120 l. Lunch: 713 m. Mental Health Referrals/Case Management: 0* n. Adult Medical Referrals: 0 o. Phone Usage: 7 p. Substance Abuse Referrals/Case Management: 168* q. Clothing Vouchers: 4 r. Other: 4

s. Out of the Cold(due to extreme cold temperatures): 109 6 *MCCA counseling services have RESUMED on Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 9:00am – 3:00pm. In- house counseling referral and case management services at the Day Center are also provided Monday through Friday. Due to MCCA weekend counselor having 3 prior commitments, there was 3 weeks of no counseling services. ** Providing computer access in Emergency Shelter for job placement and availability.

3. Social Service collaborations were continued for clients regarding health/medical/veteran status and any other required entitlements 4. Our Emergency Shelter continues to provide homeless individuals with support services, case management and any other necessary mental and physical assistance. 5. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is continually updated on a monthly and quarterly basis to reflect current clients and activities in the Social Services section of the Health Department and through constant liaison with Dream Homes (ARC). 6. Attended meeting of the CoC to discuss coordinated access for the Balance of State CoC’s and following procedures and new policies for all social service agencies provided a variety of services to the homeless population. 7. Receiving weekly food donations from arrangement with Community Plates. 8. Attended one (1) meeting of the Community Food Collaborative meeting at United Way. 9. Attended one (1) meeting of the Danbury Housing Partnership. 10. Conducted one (1) formal hearing regarding landlord/tenant rental increase for the Danbury Fair Rent Commission. 11. Attended one (1) regular monthly night meeting of the Fair Rent Commission. 12. Discussed plan of action for the Housing and Community Development subcommittee of the Danbury Housing Partnership with new designated Chairperson. 13. Submitted two quarterly reports of HMIS to the Department of Housing. 14. Attended one (1) meeting of the Farmers’ Market. 15. Due to severe weather conditions this past month, the Emergency Shelter followed the Governor’s request for emergency shelter protocol. Additional clients staying at shelter (24 hour operational). 16. Conducted presentation on Homelessness and City Shelter for Western Connecticut State University Social Problems college class. 17. Discussed scope changes to original VA grant that needs to be updated to our VA liaison. 18. Attended workshop on Diversity Training sponsored by CCEH at UConn campus in Torrington. 19. Discussed affordable housing additions on behalf of City landlord to make changes to their property to qualify for status and any additional State benefits (i.e. tax incentives, energy assistance, etc.). 20. Attended Amos House 25th anniversary breakfast at the Amber Room. 21. Submitted the Danbury Housing Partnership Annual Report for City Council agenda for April. 22. Picked up food from two local banks participating in food drive (Union Savings Bank and Savings Bank of Danbury) for the local community food banks. City Shelter was able to receive over 4 large boxes of food and additional boxes of toiletries items.

7 School Based Health Centers (SBHCs) Monthly Operating Report March 2014 Brief Program Description: The School Based Health Centers (SBHCs) are freestanding medical centers, located on the grounds of Broadview and Rogers Park Middle Schools, Danbury High School and Henry Abbott Technical School. The SBHCs promote the physical and mental health of children and youth and ensure their access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care. SBHCs emphasize early identification of physical and mental health concerns and the prevention of more serious problems through early intervention.

Mission: Through improved access to care, children and adolescents will know and adopt behaviors that promote their health and well-being and experience reduced morbidity and mortality through early identification intervention.

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Patient Utilization Data for Period July 1, 2013 March 31, 2014: (Note: Data is for all sites combined and cumulative through noted period) DHS, BMS, RPMS (DPH HATS (Non- Funded) DPH Funded)

Total # of Students Enrolled in all 5120 626 Schools

Total # of Patients Enrolled in the 4563 300 SBHCs

% of Total School Population Enrolled 90% (+ 2% increase since 48%(+1%) 12/31/13)

Total # of Patient Visits 3136 135

Total # of Medical Visits 1863 135

Total # of Behavioral Health Visits 1139 Not applicable

SBHC Annual Aggregate Billing Status Report 7/1/13 – 3/31/14* 8

Revenue $119,319.00* Cash Receipts $63,271.27 *Reflects super bills entered into eClinicalworks for billable medical visits only (both DPH funded SBHCs and HATS sites) All SBHC medical providers (APRN’s) have been identified as providers under CIFC/GDCHC. Patient registration data and super bills for the month of December through February have been entered into eClinicalWorks for billing and collections.

An application requesting a behavioral health Medicaid number for the SBHCs has been submitted to CT Department of Social Services and is under review. Billing for behavioral health services will initiate immediately upon receipt of Medicaid authorization and provider number. Anticipated date 4/30/14.

SBHC Outcome Measures 7/1/13 – 6/30/16

Outcomes Measures Achievement of Outcome 1. Improve access to and a. There will be at least 70% percent of the school’s a. 90% enrollment as of utilization of primary and student population enrolled in the SBHC. Enrolled 3/31/14 (+ 2% since preventive health care and means that a signed parent consent form for the student 12/13/13) other essential public health is on file. services. b. 41% enrolled RPMS b. At least 45% of students enrolled in the SBHC will students rec’d. 1 or more receive one or more visits. visit as of 3/31/14.

c. At least 80% percent of the student population will 43% BMS students rec’d. receive an outreach contact regarding services 1 or more visit as of available at the SBHC (through distribution of 3/31/14. literature, invitation to an open house or event, participation in an educational forum, social media, or 16% enrolled DHS other contact). students rec’d. 1 or more visit as of 2/28/14.

c. 100% students received outreach contacts as of 3/31/14*

BMS SBHC – APRN referred five (5) individuals to GDCHC. Two (2) of the students (sisters) 9 had been previously seen at GDCHC using HUSKY A insurance and mom was unaware of the sliding fee scale payment system, as the family currently does not qualify for HUSKY as mom’s income is too high, but insurance through her work is too expensive. Mom was encouraged to apply for Access Health CT. Similarly, three (3) other students referred are uninsured. HUSKY A applications were provided in addition to the referrals. BMS SBHC – An “Environmental and Food Allergies” bulletin board was created at the entrance of the SBHC emphasizing the importance symptoms recognition and seeking medical care for these symptoms. BMS SBHC – APRN conducted two (2) comprehensive 6th grade physical exams. Outcomes Measures Achievement of Outcome 2. Reduce the occurrence a. Enrolled students will be immunized with a. 66 RPMS students’ of preventable disease vaccines recommended by Advisory Committee immunization complete among SBHC enrollees. on Immunization Practices (ACIP) that are and documentation sent required by the State of CT. Annually the number to State DPH as of of clinic users who received immunizations and 3/31/14. the percentage of students behind in recommended intervals for immunizations who are brought up to date will be reported to the Department. b. 100% reported offered/received to b. The percentage of clinic users offered as well as State Immunization the number who received Influenza Vaccine will Program be reported to the Department. c. 100% receiving c. The percentage of clinic users who received education reported to influenza prevention teaching will be reported to State Immunization the Department. Program.

BMS SBHC – APRN administered four (4) vaccines during the month of March and submitted one (1) urine sample for GC/Chlamydia to the State DPH laboratory for testing. RPMS SBHC – 100% 8th grade students received information on HPV vaccines. RPMS SBHC – APRN administered nine (9) vaccines during the month of March including one (1) influenza vaccine. RPMS SBHC - Initially there were about 300 students at Rogers Park identified as not having the required vaccines, especially 7th graders. With a coordinated effort by the school nurses and SBHC APRN, that number has been reduced to 9 with 7 of the SBHC members. Many of the students had received vaccines previously from their provider but documentation needed to be obtained. The APRN contacted providers of those students who had SBHC consents and obtained documentation for outstanding vaccines. If not received, the APRN offered to administer the vaccine at the SBHC after

CITY OF DANBURY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT 155 DEER HILL AVENUE, DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 Central Health Office Social Services Office 203 - 797-4625 203 - 797-4569 Fax 796-1596 Fax 797-4566 getting parental consent. She then notified the provider of the administered vaccines. 10 Non-SBHC members are given information about the SBHC from the school nurses and have since registered. Students who were identified as needing required vaccines were also evaluated for recommended vaccines deficiencies, such as Hep. A, HPV, and Influenza. If they qualified for state vaccines and hadn't had them, the APRN offered to give those also.

Outcomes Measures Achievement of Outcome 3. SBHC enrollees will a. 90% of school staff receive information about a.99% of school utilize mental health the mental health services offered through the staff reached with services to improve their SBHC. SBHC information psychosocial functioning via direct contact through assessment, b. 85% of clinic users identified with a mental and/or school intervention and referral. health concern through risk assessment screening mailings receive a mental health assessment administered by the SBHC mental health clinician or are b.100% of students referred for appropriate assessment. seen by MH clinician received c. 50% of clinic users receiving mental health risk assessment services through the SBHC for at least three through use of months or regular therapy demonstrate improved approved screening psychosocial functioning. tool

d. 90% of clinic users identified as having mental c.95% receiving health needs that exceed the scope of service MH services 3mth or > provided by through the SBHC are referred to an outside mental health specialty service. d. 100% requiring additional intervention by community-based provider received referral

BMS SBHC – LCSW continued to see students individually and facilitated five (5) groups weekly, with thirty-three (33) individual student sessions and forty-four (44) students attending group. Twelve (12) parent contacts were made. Two (2) PPS meetings and peer supervision meetings were attended.

11 The LCSW met with the Family and Children’s Aid Supervisor of the Outpatient Programs and spoke with Rob Meyer, LCSW, of Danbury Hospital’s Center for Child and Adolescent Treatment Services. LCSW continued planning for annual “Alternatives to Violence Week”, which kicked off March 31st. Various activities were planned for each week, starting with Interactive Theater Group presentations to all grade levels, a Daily Quiz contest and Random Acts of Kindness Program. The SBHC staff, including medical assistant, APRN and LCSW were introduced to all students prior to the Interactive Theater presentations. RPMS SBHC – LCSW reports: Conducted two (2) physical education “Healthy Relationship” classes Attended three (3) parent meetings for students Attended one (1) guidance counselor/pupil personnel meeting Attended one (1) provider meeting for a student who had been hospitalized psychiatrically Promoted “Alternatives to Violence Week” activities to staff. Activities initiated March 31st with a series of three (3) assemblies (one for each grade level).

Provided grief support to students and staff members resulting from an untimely death of a RPMS Assistant Principal.

DHS SBHC – LCSW assesses all new patients during the first visit for suicidality and homicidality as well as other self-harm risks. On or by the third visit the clinician does the full intake/biospsychosocial evaluation with the student, which includes assessment of suicidality. Based on mental health needs, risk continues to be evaluated on an ongoing basis. Additionally, based on need, if a student requires further assessment, referral and coordination is provided. The clinician has, when appropriate to the treatment, met with a student and a parent or parents to provide family treatment. In addition, via emails, phone calls, and face to face meetings, the clinician has coordinated treatment, when appropriate with school administrators, guidance counselors, and classroom teachers. 4. Reduce the severity and frequency of asthma symptoms among students with asthma who utilize the SBHC. (Not selected as a measure this program year) 5. Reduce the proportion of SBHC users with obesity. (Not selected as a specific measure this program year) Outcomes Measures Achievement of Outcome 6. Reduce the occurrence a. 85% of sexually active students are screened for a.79% screened for of STDs among student STDs. STDs* (+4% since SBHC enrollees 12/31/13)

RPMS SBHC – APRN conducted twenty-nine (29) classroom reproductive health education sessions to all 8th grade students during health class. 7. Increase access to and utilization of primary and preventive oral health care and other essential oral public health services to improve the health status of SBHC enrollees.

(Not selected as a measure this program year) 12

Program Snapshot: Activities/Meetings held March 1, 2014 – March 31, 2014: March 4, 2014 - Dr. Golenbock, MD/SBHC Medical Advisor conducted a monthly supervision meeting with SBHC’s APRNs at Danbury High School. Case studies and new treatment modalities were reviewed. March 4, 2014 – Middle school LCSW’s met to continue Alternatives to Violence Week planning. March 6, 2014 – A meeting with HATS medical staff, SBHC Manager, and HATS school nurse and new Principal was held to review Bill introduce my State Legislative Representatives to seek funding to expand HATS SBHC services. March 7, 2014 – M. Bonjour met with Kim Doan, Danbury Public School Oral Health Collaborative Program to review progress and productivity of SBHC dental staff and services currently offered at Danbury High School and Rogers Park Middle School. March 13 & March 27, 2014 – Jenny Casey, BMS LCSW participated in Pupil Personnel meetings with BMS social work and Guidance staff. March 12, 2014 - The Danbury High school APRN attended a Community Advisory Board meeting at Families Network of Western Connecticut. FNWC is an organization that provides parenting education to promote healthy environments for children and reduce child abuse. March 18, 2014 – Clare Nespoli, BMS APRN and Nancy Munn, RPMS APRN conducted a mandatory annual First Aid and CPR certification course for all SBHC staff. Training equipment utilized during the course was made available through the Danbury Fire Department. March 21, 2014 – All SBHC staff participated in a mandatory cultural diversity training “Fostering Cultural Diversity” partially sponsored by the CT Association of School Based Health Centers and held at The Four Points Sheraton, Meriden. March 24, 2014- The DHS APRN attended the March Board of Directors meeting at Newtown Youth and Family Services (NYFS). NYFS is a not for profit agency that offers programs and counseling to meet the psychosocial needs of children and families in Newtown and surrounding towns. SBHC’s as a model to address the mental health needs of Newtown school-aged children was discussed. March 25, 2014 – M. Bonjour participated in the CIFC Management Team Meeting. An update on discussion held regarding expansion of SBHC services to Newtown was provided to the group. March 26, 2014 – LCSW staff from all sites conducted a monthly peer supervision meeting. March 27, 2014 – M. Bonjour participated in CT Association of SBHC Board of Directors meeting held in N. Haven, CT. Legislative updates and Board elections were discussed.

Health Corp Member Update:

Jacqueline George, Health Corps Member assigned to the SBHC programs conducted the following activities during the month of March 2014:

· Collected and entered patient and visit information from all March SBHCs Medical visits into eClincalWorks for billing · Facilitated student appointments at Abbott Tech SBHC

· Assisted the Internal Medicine Residency Program in preparing for and facilitating ACGME site review 3/18 · Attended meeting with Abbott Tech Principal to discuss future SBHC plans 3/6 13 · Attended Coalition for Healthy Kids meeting 3/11 · Attended SBHC cultural diversity training 3/21 · Assisted with Rogers Park STD presentation 3/26

News/Case Studies from the Field: • The DHS APRN worked closely with a 14 year old male who presented to the school RN with marked difficulty breathing. The student needed rapid intervention for a significant asthmatic episode. The APRN administered an albuterol nebulizer as well as a dose of prednisone onsite. As there was not any family to pick this child up, the APRN re-evaluated the student later in the day and administered an additional nebulizer treatment and dispensed a sample inhaler. An ambulance call and trip to the ER was thwarted by services available in the SBHC. • A pregnant 15 year old student was brought to the DHS SBHC by a teacher after the student confided in the teacher that she was pregnant. The SBHC confirmed the pregnancy with onsite testing. The student was dispensed prenatal vitamins and was referred to a local OB. During the intake, it became suspect that the father of the baby may be much older. The APRN established a trusting relationship with the student and arranged an interpreter to speak with the student’s mom. The student’s mom disclosed that the father of the baby was indeed 23 years old which necessitated a DCF referral. Ultimately, the family received social service intervention which was helpful to them. • Many collateral contacts with DHS staff and outside providers were needed this month for more than one student. For example, one student who struggles academically as well as with Depression and Chronic Anemia benefited from the coordination of services. The clinician was in contact with her guidance counselor, 2 classroom teachers, as well as Dr. Amy Handler. A second student who should have been referred to SBHC some time ago via an outside provider and school staff was not, and this was learned during a phone call with Dr. Handler. SBHC staff were able to reach out ourselves to facilitate having the student in treatment. • A long-term client of the clinician had begun to exhibit worse behavior and grades in school. Services were coordinated through a meeting with his guidance counselor and the dean of students. • Finally, a young lady presenting with active suicidality was referred for a crisis evaluation. Moreover, when the family did not follow through with the referral the clinician needed to follow through with DCF.

CITY OF DANBURY DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810

DEPARTMENT OF POLICE ALAN D. BAKER, CHIEF 375 MAIN STREET TERENCE M. SHANAHAN, DEPUTY CHIEF (203) 797-4614 April 24, 2014

MEMORANDUM

To: Mayor Mark D. Boughton Members of the City Council

From: Alan D. Baker, Chief of Police

Subject: Police Department Monthly Report April 2014

I submit this report of the activities of the Danbury Police Department for the month of April 2014.

Personnel

Department Strength:

Sworn Personnel 143

Light Duty – Job Related 3 Light Duty – Non-Job Related 2 Sick Leave 2 Injury Leave 4 Military Leave 2 Field Training 1

Effective strength (w/e 04/19/14) 129

Community Services (See attached)

Training

4/1 Monthly ESU Training – ESU Team 4/5 Dive Medical Conference – Dive Team 4/7-11 Basic Bloodstain Pattern Recognition – P.O. Cattuti 4/7-11 Digital Photography for Law Enforcement – P.O. Woodin 4/7-12 Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings – Sgt. Scocozza 4/21-25, 28-30 Essential Skills Training – Entire Department 4/29-5/1 NYAHN Conference – Det. Burke 4/28-30 NECNA Conference – Lt. McColgan & Sgt. LeRose 4/28-5/2 High Visibility Traffic Enforcement – P.O. Anderson

Chief Baker’s Significant Meetings

4/1 City Council Meeting 4/3 DPD Staff Meeting 4/8 Fairfield County Chief’s Meeting 4/9 Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting 4/9 Local #891 4/10 Danbury Exchange Club’s Officer of the Year Dinner 4/15 NexGen Meeting 4/16 Awards Board – Purchasing 4/16 Civilian Dispatch RFP Review – Purchasing 4/17 CPCA Quarterly Meeting & Expo 3/21 Danbury Housing Authority 4/21 Memorial Day Parade Meeting – Danbury Veteran’s Council 4/22 Fleet Management 4/22 9-1-1 Meeting 4/24 FBINAA Quarterly Meeting – Windsor Locks 4/24 Budget Meeting 4/25 Salvation Army Breakfast 4/29 Unemployment Hearing 4/30 TeleStaff Meeting

Respectfully submitted,

Alan D. Baker Chief of Police

ADB:mrl Attach.

CITY OF DANBURY DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810

Alan D. Baker, Chief Lt. John M. Browne Department of Police Community Policing Unit 375 Main Street (203) 797-4577

April 23, 2014

To: Alan Baker, Chief of Police From: John M. Browne. Lieutenant Re: Community Policing Unit Activity Report April 2014

Community Affairs Unit: -See attached report

Community Conditions Unit: Sensitive Information -See attached report

GTF/UNIT: Sensitive Information -See attached report

City Center Liaison: Sensitive Information -See attached report

Police Activities League: -Not available at this time

Current Staffing Level: (1) Lieutenant (2) Sergeants (10) Patrol Officers

Lt. Browne

3 Community Affairs – P.O. Mortara March 15 – April 15, 2014

Child Passenger Safety Fitting Station: • 3/17 8 Inspections w/P.O. Hancock • 3/24 No Seats • 3/31 10 inspections w/P.O. Perun • 4/7 10 inspections w/Det. Zaloski • 4/14 No Seats

Month’s Total: 28 2014 YTD Inspections: 109

3/27 Park Avenue Elementary School- Career Day 3 sessions speaking with students about policing, safety, and importance of education and how it relates to their future 3/30 GDCC homes how- Danbury Fair Mall- Speaking with public and distributing written materials about all aspects of police department including – not limited to recruitment, all types of safety/ crime prevention, etc. 4/7 Whelen Engineering – Service reps came to DPD where warranty issues for emergency lighting issues that had been previously identified were repaired prior to warranty expiration. 4/9 Bishop Curtis Homes 88 Main St. – Tenant senior safety meeting – Discussed current safety issues and concerns, discussed current fraud trending in city, fraud prevention techniques.

• Coordinating upcoming events including but not limited to senior safety/fraud prevention, robbery procedures/prevention, miscellaneous safety presentations and tours of the police department for public schools, Cub Scout packs, upcoming Child Passenger Safety presentations, Neighborhood Watch presentations, next session of CPA, etc. • Handling all types of neighborhood complaints and disputes that entail investigating said complaint, contacting the appropriate agencies if applicable, taking action, making referrals, (UNIT, etc.), follow up to complaints to ensure that they have been resolved. Complaints included but not limited to; Vagrants drug complaints, larcenies, senior scam/fraud, illegal parking issues. Taking appropriate action/ referrals to remedy these situations. • Traffic Issues throughout the city. Increased speeding complaints in residential neighborhoods with new roadway paving, parking complaints, Crosswalk violations; complaints handled and/or referred to Sgt. DeRocco in Traffic Unit. • Telephone calls dealing with many police as well as civil and general advice issues. Working with residents and businesses to remedy issues throughout the community on a routine basis. Received and handled or referred calls regarding all aspects of policing, numerous child passenger safety questions/issues as well as setting appointments for child seat inspections at the DPD fitting station. • Neighborhood Watch: Follow up to Jensen’s Community Annual meeting. Proactive patrols of neighborhood watch locations when able. Spoken with both active and non-active NW groups. Having continued interaction with residents as they have been supplying department with information, license plates, etc. Continual follow up of loitering, prostitution, etc. Interaction with residents for possible formation of formal watch groups. • Researching and relaying crime and neighborhood statistics for prospective homebuyers within the community. • Mobile Operations Center- Routine maintenance/ repairs/ operation/ callouts. • Tribuna Article 4 • Bank Alarms – Liaison – Updating as necessary • SAVE Program – Overseeing/managing SAVE volunteer duties and functions.

FLEET ISSUES: A considerable amount of time is being spent repairing patrol vehicles requiring emergency lighting, MDT and/or ICOP repair. I have also have spent a considerable amount of time with coordination and installation of new modems and e-ticket printer installations in patrol vehicle flee as well as continued support as Nexgen is being implemented.

• Performing repairs to vehicles in police fleet on all aftermarket vehicle equipment such as lighting, audible warning systems, ICOP digital video recording systems, associated components, mobile data terminals, etc. • Coordinating repairs with Fleet Auto Supply for warranty repairs as well as repairs to emergency lighting equipment beyond internal capabilities. • Still working with IT, attempting to resolve several minor issues with in car computer systems in many of the new patrol vehicles as well as minor issues with existing fleet. Work continues with new modems and software for Nexgen. • ICOP – Performing all physical maintenance and repairs to DVR units and additional components as capabilities allow. Remedying issues with defective components with Safety Vision as well follow up on all recent purchase orders and writing new purchase orders for additional equipment that is necessary to keep the system functioning. Routine contact with sales, customer service and tech support for warranty and repair/replacement of equipment. Repaired ICOP units as well as replaced batteries from individual officers’ portable wireless microphones. . • Vehicle maintenance/repair requests being coordinated on a daily basis by way of fax and email contact with PW. • Fleet registration renewals (DMV) • Fleet emissions compliance testing (transporting to and from testing facility for individual testing). • ELSAG License Plate Readers – System currently down due to Nexgen, coordinating software install on new vehicles and awaiting new computers for vehicles currently outfitted with reader systems as older versions are not compatible.

CITY OF DANBURY DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 Department of Police Matthew McNally, Lieutenant 375 Main Street Patrol Division

April 10, 2014

MEMORANDUM

To: Chief Alan D. Baker From: Lt. Matthew McNally Subject: Police Explorer Monthly Activity Report – March 2014

March was a busy month for the Explorers. Annually, it heralds the beginning of the busy season for our Post, with special events beginning to take place with the change of the weather. This year was no different than the past few years.

On Sunday, March 2nd, a squad of 21 Explorers assisted with traffic and parking at the The Big Chili Warm-Up 5K Run. This 5K run benefits the Danbury Westerners Baseball Team and Explorers worked with both volunteer Danbury officers and hired Bethel Police Department officers, as the run ran from Southeastern Danbury into Bethel and back.

March 6th’s weekly Explorer meeting had a guest speaker, Special Agent John Kohler of the United States Secret Service. Kohler, a former Police Explorer himself, and a subject of a Discovery Channel episode about the USSS, did an excellent class presentation on Counterfeiting and Electronic Cybercrime Investigations. He also spoke at the end of the evening, about his career in the Secret Service and what the service has to offer in the way of law enforcement careers.

Sunday, March 9th, found the designated Explorer travel team, the group headed to the National Conference and Competition being held this summer in Bloomington, Indiana, attending a special training session in Bomb Threat Assessment and Response, one of the areas listed in the competition.

6 2014 Penguin Plunge Detail

March 22nd, saw a detail of 27 Explorers, at the request of Special Olympics of Connecticut and Sharon Pelkey, working the Special Olympics of Connecticut’s “Penquin Plunge” at the Danbury Town Park on Lake Candlewood. This is a fundraiser for Special Olympics and it continues to be quite popular. Explorers assisted with traffic control, parking and pedestrian crosswalk coverage. They also helped with crowd control at water’s edge. The event for SOC was very successful.

Scenes from the Penguin Plunge

2014 St. Patrick’s Day Parade On Sunday, March 23rd, 61 of our Explorers were brought in to work the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade had beautiful cold weather and the turnout was very good. We had Explorers in static posts for this parade, as well as an even 8 mountain bike mounted Explorers riding the traffic posts and routes. We did have the Post’s Honor Guard in the line of march as well.

Honor Guard Marching and the Mt. Bike Squad at St. Patrick’s Parade

Monday, March 24th, former Explorer Chief Matt Deitz, was officially sworn into the New Milford Police Department. I was summoned to his swearing-in during the morning at the New Milford Town Hall, where Deitz requested that I pin on his badge during the service. Later in the evening, Police Officer Deitz graduated from the Municipal Police Academy, POSTC Class #343 at Central Connecticut State University. P.O.s Antedomenico, and Cameron, along with Civilian Associate Advisors Kevin Almeida and Meighan McNally attended the graduation to represent our program and Department.

Saturday, March 29th, saw 36 Explorers assisting the Detective Bureau with a land search for a gun that was allegedly thrown from a moving vehicle traveling East on I-84 between exit 5 and 7. The Explorers were assisting with case #14-3873, a shooting investigation.

As the month drew to a close, we had approximately 91 Explorer cadets enrolled in the program. We currently have a waiting list, and as we lose some through attrition, we will pull from the waiting list on a first come, first served basis. Our program continues to grow without any recruiting effort, and we continue to max out all of our resources as of this report.

Respectfully submitted,

Lt. Matthew McNally

Lt. Matthew McNally Post Advisor/Program Coordinator

I. Membership # of Explorers Enrolled 91 # of Advisors Enrolled 16

II. Hours-Explorer Total Job Hours 489.25 Total Training Hours 779.75 Total Explorer Hours 1269.00

III. Hours-Advisor Total Job Hours 81.50 Total Training Hours 58.75 Total Advisor Hours 140.25

2014 UNIFORM CRIME REPORT CITY OF DANBURY

Jan Feb March* April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Homicide 0 0 0 0 Forcible Rape 3 3 3 9 Robbery 3 6 5 14 Assault 6 9 15 30 Burglary 22 15 14 51 Theft 67 59 92 218 Motor Vehicle Theft 3 6 4 13 Arson 0 1 0 1

Totals 104 99 133 336 *2014 UCR numbers start being produced from NexGen

2013 UNIFORM CRIME REPORT CITY OF DANBURY

Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Homicide 0 0 0 0 Forcible Rape 0 2 3 5 Robbery 7 7 6 20 Assault 7 2 5 14 Burglary 15 16 11 42 Theft 87 68 88 243 Motor Vehicle Theft 4 0 3 7 Arson 0 0 0 0

Totals 120 95 116 331

9 2014 DANBURY POLICE DEPARTMENT STATISTICS CITY OF DANBURY

CALLS FOR SERVICE 2014 Jan Feb March* April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Calls for Service 3,596 4,296 2,935 10,827 2013 Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Calls for Service 4,530 3,749 4,271 12,550

TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS 2014 Jan Feb March* April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Property Damage 307 350 159 816 Personal Injury 70 61 1 132

Total Traffic Accidents 377 411 160 948 2013 Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Property Damage 300 312 279 891 Personal Injury 47 65 51 163

Total Traffic Accidents 347 377 330 1,054

TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT 2014 Jan Feb March* April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Verbal Warning 72 52 0 124 Written Warning 3 2 2 7 Moving Violation 168 234 814** 1,216 Total Enforcement Action 243 288 816 1,347 2013 Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec. YTD Verbal Warning 93 100 104 297 Written Warning 0 0 3 3 Moving Violation 348 400 532 1,280 Total Enforcement Action 441 500 639 1,580 *Statistics start being produced from NexGen **Texting Grant 10 CITY OF DANBURY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

155 DEER HILL AVENUE DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 (203) 797-4537 FAX (203) 796-1586

MAYOR PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR Honorable Mark D. Boughton Antonio Iadarola, P.E.

April 28, 2014

Honorable Mayor Mark D. Boughton Honorable Members of the Danbury City Council 155 Deer Hill Avenue Danbury, CT 06810

RE: Monthly Report for March 2014

Dear Mayor Boughton and Members of the City Council:

I am pleased to present the Public Works Department report for the month of March.

The month of March ended with the arrival of a significant snow and sleet event. The crews were deployed to perform what will, hopefully, be the last storm event of the season. I would like to thank the Highway, Parks Maintenance, Equipment Maintenance, Forestry and Public Buildings Divisions for their dedication and the long hours of plowing, sanding and shoveling this past winter. It was an unusually tough winter and everyone is looking forward to some warm spring weather.

Crews have been out on a daily basis addressing the massive number of potholes. The last of the Christmas trees were collected and the sweepers will be brought soon to start cleaning up the sand accumulated over the winter. Work will begin shortly on the preparation of the playing fields for the spring sports programs.

Please take a few moments to review the Division reports for a full scope of the many activities and projects that the Public Works Department is engaged in.

Should you have any questions regarding any of the separately submitted division reports please call me at 203-797-4537.

1 Construction Services Report submitted by Thomas Hughes III, Superintendent:

Tarrywile Park School House Renovation: The architectural service for the renovation was awarded to Friar Associates. The project has been bid. J&M Construction has mobilized and begun the renovations. The contractor has ninety (90) contract days to complete the project. We anticipate a June completion. This project is funded through a LOCIP Grant. The contract Administration will be performed in-house by the Construction Services Division.

Osborne Street at Fifth Street Traffic Signal Installation: ConnDot project 34-344, Construction Services has been approved by ConnDot to perform the contract administration and inspection of the project, eliminating the need to hire an outside consultant. The contractor, A.M. Rizzo, has completed the civil portion of the project. A.M. Rizzo has completed the project and we are awaiting the City of Danbury Traffic Engineer to accept the project. The semi final inspection will take place in April.

School Additions: Shelter Rock, Stadley Rough, Park Avenue and Mill Ridge Intermediate: Construction Services is administrating the school addition projects. All four of the schools have signed contracts and Notices to Proceed documents issued.

Mill Ridge: Rizzo Corporation is moving forward with the interior portion of the project. The roofing has been completed. The media center slab has been poured. The project is on track for a July completion.

Stadley Rough School Phase II work has begun. Rizzo Corporation is completing the interior work. The windows and storefronts have been installed. The masonry precast is presently being installed. The roof has been installed on both additions and the mechanical contractors are 80% complete. The remaining site work plantings, etc are scheduled to start in two weeks. The project is on schedule for a June completion.

Shelter Rock School Phase II work is underway. Rizzo Corporation is completing the interior work and starting the finishes in building additions 1, 2 & 3. The windows and storefronts have been installed. The mechanical contractors are 80% complete. The project is on schedule for a June completion

Park Avenue School Phase II work is underway. The contractor has begun the exterior brick masonry, interior mechanical; framing and drywall on the addition and they are 75% complete. The roof has been installed on the addition. The remaining site work and Phase III work appear to be on track for the August 1st contract completion date.

All schools now have a dedicated bus drop off zone. At this time both Rizzo Corporation and Worth Construction have stated they are on schedule and anticipate meeting the contractual completion date for all four school projects.

East Franklin Street Pump Station: Hemlock Construction has mobilized and has completed the installation of the new sewer pump station. Hemlock has completed the installation of conduits, sewer force main and sewer laterals. We expect to tie the force main sometime in May.

2 Kennedy Park Improvements: The site work and plantings contract was awarded to D&M Construction Services, Inc. Work will start in April. The contract is being administrated in-house by the Construction Services Division.

Should you have any questions regarding this report, please do not hesitate to call.

Engineering Report submitted by Farid L. Khouri, P.E., City Engineer:

The following assessment projects are the only projects pending on the list based on residents’ petitions: 1. Butternut Lane, Bayberry Lane and Boxwood Lane Sanitary Sewer Extension: Working on preliminary design and cost estimate. 2. Hawley Road Extension Sanitary Sewer Extension: Working on preliminary design and cost estimate.

East Franklin Street Bridge/Sanitary Sewer Pump Station: Bridge work has been completed. We completed the in-house design to relocate the existing sewer in the brook with an above-ground pump station. City contracted with one of our on-call contractors and we are waiting on utility companies to complete their work. Work is 90% complete and will be completed this spring.

Miscellaneous Schools (Park Avenue, Shelter Rock, Stadley Rough and Mill Ridge): Construction has started on all schools. We are working with various interior designers and school officials to finalize furniture and equipment to all schools mentioned above. The furniture and equipment packages have been approved by the State for bidding. Delivery and installation are anticipated to start and be completed during summer 2014.

Spring Street: In house survey was completed for Phase II & III (the remaining neighborhood enhancement work) which will include new sidewalks, drainage, and pavement improvements. The design for this project was completed and we have received CDBG approval. We are securing releases from property owners, adjacent to our proposed work. The project will be bid out in the spring.

Foster Street: In house design and survey to Foster Street from West Street to West Wooster Street was completed and will be out to bid after CDBG approves the project. Survey to Boughton Street and Bank Street was completed and design of these two streets was completed. The entire neighborhood project will be bid out in the spring. We are securing releases from property owners adjacent to our proposed work.

Kennedy Park: Surveys have been completed and final design has been completed. Project has been bid out and awarded. Construction will start next month and expect completion of the project prior to the start of the Farmer’s Market season, pending weather.

Traffic Light – Osborne and Fifth Avenue: The construction of the traffic light has been completed and the traffic light is currently flashing until it is accepted by the City.

3 Traffic Light – Lake Avenue/Shannon Ridge: All plans and specifications that have been completed, and approved by the State, have been secured. We received confirmation from the State to rebid the project. The project has been bid out.

Skate Park: Project was designed and surveyed in-house. City is working with Childscapes to order the equipment. Work is anticipated to start late spring and will be completed this summer.

Still River Channel Maintenance: Property owners along the Still River Channel, who will be affected by and where access will be required, have been notified and permission to access the Still River Channel right of way through their property has been requested. We have secured most of the sign offs from property owners. Bids/quotes have been solicited, with this required regular maintenance work to begin this spring, weather dependent.

Traffic Engineer and his Technicians are reviewing various land-use development plans and are handling public complaints and routine repairs and maintenance of traffic control signal devices and pavement markings. The Backus Avenue corridor traffic lights plans and specifications have been accepted by the State and were bid out. Construction started and will be completed by spring of 2014.

Staff Engineers are reviewing various site plans, water and sewer applications, special exception applications, and subdivision applications for various land-use approvals of on-going development projects throughout the City. Field inspections of sanitary sewer, water mains and new roads are performed regularly on various developments. The Staff Engineers also review various drainage problems which may include site visits, analysis and design.

Survey Crew verifies various R.O.W., and prepares surveys and easements for in-house design of City Projects, and assists other divisions in locating utilities in the field.

Should you have any questions regarding this report or any other issues related to your Engineering Division, please do not hesitate to contact me at (203) 797-4641.

Highway Division Report submitted by Duke Hart, Superintendent of Public Services:

The Highway Division was extremely busy during the month of March. There were two (2) weather related events. Mailbox repairs were performed after each storm. Snow removal continued at schools, intersection and dead end road where needed. One crew spent several days cutting ice on frozen roads throughout the City. Weather permitting the same crew was dispatched to patch and grade a majority of dirt roads. There was an emergency manhole repair performed on Maple Avenue and White Street. The crews have been repairing damaged lawns and curbs. The last of the Christmas trees were also collected.

Crews were dispatched for pothole repair as weather permitted. Other crews were dispatched to perform mailbox repairs, fill sand barrels and patrol for litter and debris. The sign crew installed new signs at four locations and made numerous repairs.

The recycling truck has been available to the residents as conditions permit. The garbage truck is dispatched daily to empty trash cans and other debris in the downtown area.

Should you have any questions regarding this report, please feel free to contact me at 203-797- 4605.

Parks Maintenance Report submitted by Duke Hart, Superintendent of Public Services:

March was a very busy month for the Parks Department. There were (2) two weather events during the month. With the winter weather slowing down, there was time to catch up on litter collection in the downtown areas, schools and parks. The crews were pleased to assist the Highway Division with the collection of the last of the Christmas trees. Winter maintenance on the mowing equipment has been completed for the spring season.

Should you have any questions regarding this report, please feel free to contact me at 203-796- 1558. Forestry Division Report submitted by Mark Miller, Foreman, and Forestry Department:

During the month of March, the Forestry Division devoted the majority of their time to performing tree removals. Trees were removed at the following locations: Padanaram Road due to beaver activity, Rocky Glen Road, Old Sugar Hollow Road, Hayestown Road, Brandon Drive, Apple Blossom Lane, Firelight Drive, Long Ridge Road, Beaver Brook Road, and City Hall. Work was also performed on Tamarack Avenue with CL&P. Should you have any questions regarding this report, please feel free to contact me at 203-797- 4609.

Public Buildings Report submitted by Rick Palanzo, Superintendent of Public Buildings:

City Hall: The priority for City Hall is an energy efficiency upgrade for the heating boilers and water heater at City Hall. I am working with the Directors of Public Works and Finance to expedite this project to be sufficiently complete before the next heating season. The upgrade will save fuel while producing a comfortable environment, one that will provide a backup heating solution should one boiler fail. This is a top priority project for 2014 as we currently have only one marginally functioning boiler. Farrington Woods Park – Westside Open Space: Mr. Ahern occupies the chow house at the Farrington Woods Park in compliance with the agreement approved by the City Council. Our next project at Farrington Woods will be to take care of the roof, siding and porch of the main house. This project will begin as soon as the Loci funding becomes available. Danbury Public Schools: There are two high voltage transformers at Danbury High School which CL&P has stated belong to the school which are of the older design containing PCB’s. This year we are working with our consulting electrical engineer to remove the PCB laden transformers and replace them with safer models. Additionally, these transformers are in the school building. It is our goal to relocate them outside of the school building which will increase safety and performance. We have retained Friar Associates Engineers to perform the electrical engineering for the city. They have their design and replacement work nearly completed. They are preparing a budget, which includes proper handling and disposal of the PCB laden

5 transformers. The project will be bid in the spring to be performed while school is out for summer vacation. There are three school buildings that require new roofs; Morris Street School, Great Plain School and the Educational Services Center. We have applied for state reimbursement from the State School Facilities Department for Morris Street roof. Time does not permit us to apply for Great Plain and the Educational Services Center replacement roofs. Great Plain School roof requires an immediate replacement. It has a substantial number of leaks and should not be deferred for another year. General: These are issues and projects that are being worked on by the public buildings team: 1) The underground heating fuel storage tanks are coming of age. We will have them reviewed by professional engineers and begin a replacement program. We have retained TRC to provide their engineering prowess in this endeavor. TRC have begun their investigation and will consider replacement with aboveground tanks, which are less of a DEEP compliance problem than underground tanks. 2) The roofs of our public buildings ( schools) are reaching the end of their watertight life and will require replacement. The roofs have been surveyed by an independent roof consultant and categorized by condition. We are utilizing the roof report to begin our replacement program. Roofs today are very costly and it may be in the best interest of the city to consider a roof bond to get the majority of the roofs replaced before internal building damage occurs. 3) The unusually cold weather is stressing the heating systems in our aging buildings. We are using more heating fuel than originally anticipated. Requests for Maintenance Service: Due to some office related issues, we will submit March and April statistical reports next month. Should you have any questions regarding this report, please do not hesitate to contact me at 203- 797-4584. I am happy to discuss any portion of this report with you.

Public Utilities Report submitted by David Day, Superintendent of Public Utilities: Enclosed is the monthly report to the Common Council for activities that took place in March 2014. Also attached is the Public Utilities Vehicle Maintenance Report.

As of April 15, 2014 there are 56 hydrants out of service. I will be happy to review the information with you.

Sincerely, Antonio Iadarola, P.E. Antonio Iadarola, P.E. Director of Public Works

APPENDIX “A”

PUBLIC BUILDINGS CITY OF DANBURY PUBLIC BUILDINGS DIVISION WORK REQUEST REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2014

Work Requests received this month 235 Work Requests completed this month 201

Category Total Labor Hours

Alarms 0.00

Carpentry 7.50

Electrical 180.25

HVAC 20.00

Locksmith 0.00

Maintenance 39.00

Mechanical 30.00

Plumbing 175.50

Roofing 11.00

Snow Plowing 176.25

Labor Hours City Buildings 164.50 Labor Hours School Buildings 475.00

TO : City Council - City of Danbury

FROM : David Day, Superintendent of Public Utilities

DATE : April 10, 2014

RE : WATER DEPARTMENT REPORT: MARCH 2014

***************************************************************************************** I. WATER PRODUCTION :

A) Margerie Water Treatment Facility : 73.7 MG.

B) West Lake Water Treatment Facility : 90.3 MG.

C) Kenosia Well Field : 0 MG.

D) Osborne Street Well Field : 0 MG.

E) Other : 0 MG. ( MG. = Million Gallons )

II. RAINFALL :

A) Month : 3.4 inches

B) Past 12 Months (running total) : 44.2 inches

C) Current Year (Jan.- Current Mo.) : 9.9 inches

III. WATER STORAGE : date: 3/4/2014 Current Reading Historical Average A) East Lake Reservoir : 91.1 % 91.6 %

B) Margerie Lake Reservoir : 88.0 % 92.8 %

C) West Lake Reservoir : 90.2 % 91.9 %

D) Total : 89.4 % 92.2 %

IV. WATER PUMPED :

A) Park Avenue Pump Station : 0 MG.

B) Padanaram(High School) Pump Station : 5.43 MG.

C) Shelter Rock Pump Station : 2.56 MG.

8 D) WestConn Pump Station : 2.08 MG.

E) Margerie Pump Station : 2.54 MG.

F) Pleasant Acres: 1.49 MG.

G) Nabby Road: 1.61 MG.

H) Harvest Hill: 2.31 MG.

I) West Lake High Service : 45.3 MG.

J) Total Water Pumped (A-I) : 63.3 MG. ( MG. = Million Gallons )

V. WATER TRANSFERRED :

A) East Lake to Margerie Reservoir : 0 MG.

B) Padanaram to Margerie Reservoir : 0 MG.

C) Kohanza to West Lake Reservoir : 0 MG.

D) Kenosia Diversion to West Lake Reservoir : 0 MG.

E) Kenosia Wells to West Lake Reservoir : 0 MG.

F) Total Water Transferred (A-E): 0 MG. ( MG. = Million Gallons )

VI. ALGAE CONTROL :

A) None B) C)

VII. SURVEY OF WATER SOURCES :

A) Disinfection by-products (Trihalomethanes and Haloacetic Acids) testing of designated locations in water distribution system. B)

VIII. SUPERINTENDENTS NOTES :

MEMORANDUM

DATE: April 14, 2014 TO: City of Danbury, Common Council FROM: David M. Day, P.E., Superintendent RE: Sanitary Sewer Collection System Maintenance– March 2014

Complaints: Bypasses 7 Slow Running 11

Number Received: 18

Number Completed: 18

Pipe Cleaned: 3,200 LFT Gallons of Water Used: 18,000 Gal

Pipe Inspected: 3,200 LFT

COMMENTS:

To: David Day, P.E., Supt. of Public Utilities, City of Danbury

From: Walter Royals, Project Manager Walter Royals

Subject: WPCP Report For Month of: Mar '14

Date: 4/9/2014

I. Wastewater Treatment: A) Sewage Processed: 9.0 MGD (Daily Avg) 280.5 Million Gallons Total B) Septic Waste Processed: 426,250 Gallons Total C) Sludge Pumped To Digesters: 621,538 Pounds Total

II. Wastewater Quality Influent Effluent % Removal Effluent Lim A) BOD (mg/l) 221 12 95 30 mg/l and 85% B) Total Suspended Solids (mg/l): 199 8 96.2 30 mg/l and 85% C) Total Phosphorus (mg/l): 6.3 2.71 57 1.0 mg/l D) Ammonia (mg/l): 27.8 1.28 95 4.0 mg/l E) Total Nitrogen (lbs/Day): 2,734 419 85 442 lbs/day Note: Phosphorus limits apply April - October. Nitrogen limit for credit trading only.

III. Pump Station Operation: A) Beaver Brook: 736.7 Hours Run B) Southfield: 32.8 Hours Run C) Mill Plain: 35.1 Hours Run D) Backus: 112.4 Hours Run E) Tarrywile 64.6 Hours Run F) Turner Road: 27.6 Hours Run G) Ford Avenue: 24.2 Hours Run H) Indian Glen: 109.5 Hours Run I) Delay Street: 18.4 Hours Run J) Hayestown Road: 60.6 Hours Run K) Kenosia Avenue: 3.2 Hours Run L) Larson Drive: 52.1 Hours Run M) Landfill: 229.3 Hours Run N) Thrope Street 13.0 Hours Run O) Poets Landing 12.4 Hours Run P) Rogers Park 25.6 Hours Run P) West Side 52.7 Hours Run Total Station Alarms: 16

MAINTENANCE REPORT - BUILDING # 6 GENERAL FUND March-2014 3/3/2014 39DA POLICE OIL LEAK 127DA BLD TIRES BELT SERVICE 3/4/2014 127DA BLD TIRES BELT SERVICE 270DA POLICE SERVICE TIRE OIL LEAK DET POLICE ELECTRICAL 3/5/2014 289DA POLICE BATTERY 263DA HEALTH WINDOW WASHERS 274DA HEALTH FLAT ACELERATOR CABLE 3/6/2014 4DA POLICE BATTERY 202DA HEALTH ELECTRICAL 3/7/2014 POLICE REPAIR TIRES 334DA POLICE BATTERY 255DA POLICE LIGHTS 190DA POLICE SERVICE 3/10/2014 270DA POLICE OIL LEAK SERVICE 186DA POLICE STOP LIGHTS 3/11/2014 DET POLICE BATTERY SERVICE 228DA K9 TIRES SERVICE BRAKES 380DA ENG FLAT R/C 3/12/2014 228DA K9 TIRES SERVICE BRAKES DET POLICE BATTERY SERVICE DET POLICE LIGHTS 3/13/2014 262DA POLICE CLUSTER 18DA POLICE OIL LEAK 3/14/2014 262DA POLICE CLUSTER 287DA POLICE SERVICE TIRE OIL LEAK 3/17/2014 262DA POLICE CLUSTER REAR DEFOGER DET POLICE SERVICE 3/18/2014 262DA POLICE AIR BAG LIGHT 5DA POLICE WIPER MOTOR 265DA POLICE BLEND DOOR MOTOR DET POLICE SERVICE 3/19/2014 5DA POLICE WIPERS 265DA POLICE BLEND DOOR MOTOR 192DA AIRPORT SKIP 3/20/2014 8DA POLICE SHUTS DOWN 225DA POLICE MIRIOR 181DA POLICE BATTERY LIGHT 3/21/2014 278DA POLICE SERVICE THOTLE BODY 181DA POLICE BATTERY LIGHT 3/24/2014 36DA POLICE VIBRATION STEERING

12 SWAT POLICE ENGINE LIGHT DOOR LOCK 3/25/2014 SWAT POLICE ENGINE LIGHT DOOR LOCK SERVICE 36DA POLICE VIBRATION STEERING 3/26/2014 DET POLICE ELECTRICAL 36DA POLICE STEERING SHAFT 257DA POLICE STEERING SHAFT 3/27/2014 36DA POLICE DRIVESHAFT 8DA POLICE WATERPUMP 3/28/2014 333DA POLICE EXHAUST LEAK 181DA POLICE ELECTRICAL 3/31/2014 36DA POLICE DRIVESHAFT CUPLERS CENTER BEARING 12DA POLICE THERMOSTAT

MAINTENANCE REPORT - BUILDING # 6 WATER FUND MARCH 2014

3/3/2014 350DA WATER SERVICE 3/10/2014 387DA WATER MIRIOR 3/17/2014 383DA WATER SERVICE 3/27/2014 323DA WATER FLAT 3/31/2014 369DA WATER STARTER POWERSTEERING RACK

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Date Vehicle Repair Provided Department

2/1/2014 83 Seasonal Highway 121DA Noise in dash Unit 247DA Service Building Maintenance Tow Motor Runs Bad Garage 4 2/3/2014 162DA Jump Start Inspector Building 29 Plow fittings Highway 15 Brake Adj Highway 18 Plow blade stuck in auger Highway 50 Hyd Oil Highway 349Da Air tires Parks 44 Springs Highway 14 Auger and Brgs Highway 15 Plow fittings Highway 56DA Oil Leak Parks 198Da Strobes Building Maintenance 86 Carrier brg bracket broke Highway 25 Air line Highway 16 Wipers Highway 33 Plow Lights Highway 77 Trans light Highway 2 Install Plow Highway 48 Noice in drive train Highway 21 Turbo hose Highway 6 Auger Stuck Highway 8 Plow Lights Highway 4 Flashers Highway 10 Auger Stuck Highway 2/4/2014 33 Exhaust Stack Highway 48 Water Pump Highway 56DA Oil cooler o-ring Parks 37 Plow Controls Highway 35 Fuel Problem Highway 86 Carrier brg bracket broke Highway 50 Mud Flap Highway 83 Seasonal Highway 105DA Service Highway 21 Turbo hose Highway

14 2/5/2014 33 Anti-freeze leak Highway 87 Spinner Highway 54 Lug nuts Highway 16 Wipers Highway 31 Plow Problem Highway 7 Wipers Highway 12 Lost Hyd/noise Highway 46 Swap Highway 87 RRO Flat Highway 29 Hyd Line and air leak Highway 33 Air Leak Highway 2/6/2014 12 PTO Hyd pump Highway 247DA Plow Frame Parks 210DA Battery cable Building Maintenance 286DA Service Building Maintenance 26 Electrical/ lights Highway 83 Seasonal Highway 2/7/2014 83 Seasonal Highway 26 Electrical/ RR Can Highway 19 Adj Brakes Highway 47 Adj Brakes Highway 247DA Install Plow Parks 59 Cutting edge Highway 12 PTO Hyd pump Highway 5 Air Leak Airport 28 Exhaust Highway 2/8/2014 83 Seasonal Highway 28 Exhaust Highway 12 PTO Hyd pump Highway 86 Hyd Leak Highway 46 LR Stud and nuts Highway 87 Spinner Highway 2/9/2014 30 Adj Brakes Highway 24 PTO Highway 71DA Brakes Highway 40 Seasonal Highway 7 Check Fluids Highway 20 LR Fender bracket Highway 30 Rear slaker Highway 26 Air Mod Highway 2/11/2014 40 Seasonal Highway 26 Mod Valve mud flap Highway 30 Slack Adj Highway 37 Exhaust Highway

15 48 Chute loose Highway 44 PTO Highway 19 Grease sander Highway 48 Hyd oil Highway 33 Fender Highway 34 Stobes Highway 2/13/2014 33 Plow Frame Highway 37 SPINNER Highway 83 Seasonal Highway 28 Won't start Highway 31 Brake Adj Highway 9 Check Fluids Highway 12 Exhaust Highway 19 Front end Highway 48 LR Tires Highway 26 LR Tires Highway 23 Air lines Highway 12 Side dump Highway 26 Plow Cable Highway 4 Lights Highway 10 Wipers Highway 1 Plow Lights Highway 28 Coolant leaks Highway 30 Adj Brakes Highway 21 Wipers Highway 24 Wipers Highway 349DA Wipers Parks 28DA Electrical Parks 37 Hyd oil Highway 31 Hyd Leak Highway 264DA Wipers Airport 31 Hydn leak Highway 8 Trans leak Highway 33 Plow lights Highway 87 Spinner Highway 31 Plow hoses Highway 2/14/2014 19 RF tire Highway 24 Shifter Highway 85 Sander Cross bar Highway 7 Check Fluids Highway 21 Truck stuck Highway TW1 Battery cable Highway 30 Craked wheel Highway 2/15/2014 19 RF tire Highway

16 86 Weld cable Highway 32 Plow blade Highway 92 Plow Highway 8 Coolant leaks Highway 5 Broken Axle Highway 4 Plow fittings Highway 2/16/2014 9 Engine oil Highway 37 Hyd Oil Highway 10 Spinner control knob Highway 7 Coolant leaks Highway 2/18/2014 86 Air Valve Highway 28 Trans Highway 32 Check Squeak Highway 3 Plow fittings Highway 12 Side dump Highway 29 Hyd oil Highway 21 Plow fittings Highway 17 RR fender Highway 33 Adj Brakes Highway 26 Exhaust Leak Highway 34 Cracked rim Highway 44 Spinner control knob Highway 77 RR Can Highway 37 Front Hub seal Highway 31 Broken Auger Highway 390DA Service Tree 5 Remove wheel hub Highway 2/19/2014 40 Seasonal Highway 5 Differential Highway 17 Brake lights Highway 26 LR Tires Highway 8 RR Tire Highway 7 Mirrors Highway 3 Exhaust brake Highway 23 RR Axle Highway 2/20/2014 40 Seasonal Highway 19 Adj Brakes Highway 59 Retorque blade bolts Highway 34 Lights Highway 162DA Lights Inspector Building 48DA Service Highway 57 Service Highway 44 Power steering leak Highway 23 Retorque wheels Highway

17 24 Plow Lights Highway 272DA Service Parks 34 LR hub Highway 2/21/2014 40 Seasonal Highway 272DA Front pads/ service Parks 34 RR HUB Highway 326DA Wipers Highway 26 No start Highway 18 Tool box/ lights Highway 26 Starter Highway 2/22/2014 17 Lights Highway 11 Jump Start Highway 2/24/2014 40 Seasonal Highway 26 Starter Highway 8 Strobes Highway 36 Retorque wheels Highway 20 Retorque wheels Highway 34 Lights Highway 30 Brakes Highway 44 Str Box Highway 28 Dragline Highway 2/25/2014 30 Brakes Highway 28 Dragline Highway 28 Repack str wheel Highway 47 Adj Brakes Highway 121DA Remove unit decals Highway 1 Lights Highway 217DA Service Highway 44 Str Box Highway 91 CN Wood Highway 17 Lights Highway 1 Airleak Highway 47DA LR Tail Parks 41 Fuel Leak Highway 17 Brakes Highway 48 Signal and 4 ways Highway 15 Adj Brakes Highway 2/26/2014 83 Wh brgs Highway 8 LR air can Highway 58 Bucket pin Highway 86 Hyd leak Highway 37 Springs Highway 10 Air leak Highway 266DA Wipers Airport

18 41 Fuel Leak Highway 365DA Service Highway 1 Cooling system Highway 34 Shuts off Highway 2/27/2014 25 Clad hands Highway 10 Service Highway 1 Lights Highway 42DA Air leak Tree 34 Fuel Problem Highway 365DA Lights Parks 37 Hyd hoses Highway 31 Lights Highway 171DA Body pin Highway 6 Reverse lights Highway 2/28/2014 6 Lights Highway 34 Fuel/ electrical starter Highway 1 Air Compressor Highway 326DA Body won't go down Highway 87 Brake adj Highway 55 Plow fittings Highway 26 Runs bad Highway 325DA Windsheild Health dept

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CITY OF DANBURY OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE

Shawn Stillman 203-796-8026 UNIT Coordinator [email protected]

Livable Neighborhoods 2014 “Building a Better Danbury”

April 2014 April 28, 2014

Honorable Mayor Boughton and City Council Members:

Below is a table highlighting UNIT activity from the time of last month’s City Council report. This does not include any UNIT activity regarding follow up and re-inspection work from previously noted issues. The UNIT works to ensure that each and every issue is resolved as quickly as possible.

Time Period Mar 24 – April 28, 2014 Number of Quality of Life Issues 128 Year to Date 300

The top issues addressed by the UNIT were: • Garbage/Debris on property (47) • Exterior Blight Order (17) • Blight (17) • Miscellaneous (14) • Abandoned or unregistered vehicles (8) • Illegal Apartments/Overcrowding, Unpermitted Construction (6)

As you can see by the statistics above, it has been an incredibly busy beginning to spring for our department. Upon hibernating for the winter, this is the time of year when residents begin to come outside and report blighted concerns within their neighborhood. In addition to listening to the concerns of Danbury’s residents, the UNIT continues to proactively address issues around town. Forty three percent (43%) of UNIT activity over the last month has been the result of ACTION (Active Commitment Toward Improving Our Neighborhood), where our team identifies properties with blighted issues and immediately works with the property owner and/or tenants to resolve it. Compliance deadlines are established and our department follows up accordingly to ensure that the matter is resolved. 2

Clean City Danbury Day is Saturday, May 3 and we have encouraged many residents to take advantage of this event and get rid of their large bulky items at no cost.

EXTERIOR BLIGHT CITATIONS:

These past few weeks have been the busiest for our department as it pertains to issuing Exterior Blight Orders (EBO). The enhanced enforcement authority of this blight order is the strongest, most effective enforcement tool of our department. While our department is not motivated by issuing fines, clearly this penalty is an obvious incentive for property owners to seek a quick remedy to these blight concerns.

Thirty days (30) are allowed for the property owner to remediate the issues highlighted on the citation warning. If compliance isn’t achieved during this time frame, then our department goes to the next step of issuing daily fines of $100/day until the issues have been resolved.

Orders written by UNIT (YTD): 33

Below is a review of the warnings sent this past month: (17)

• 13 Coal Pit Hill Road: Issued order to property owner to address this abandoned house immediately. Windows/doorways need to be secured. Improvements to the exterior to complete. Rubbish removed around the property and trees/brush to be cut back and maintained. This property owner has allowed this structure to fall into disarray and it’s not fair to the surrounding neighbors. It’s an eyesore that needs to be dealt with.

• 59 Maple Avenue: Issued order for the removal of rubbish around exterior of property, mostly in rear of property, as well as inordinate amount of wood/tree debris in front yard.

• 27 Broad Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property.

• 10 Spring Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property.

• 9 Spring Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property.

• 29 Broad Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property, including old furniture and rubbish left overflowing in the garage that doesn’t have a door. Property is a foreclosure. Order has been sent to financial institution and dialogue already established with property management company. Hopeful for quick resolution, but always a challenge with foreclosures.

• 53 Lake Avenue: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property, including unregistered/inoperable vehicle. House also needs to be secured. Property is a foreclosure. Order has been sent to financial institution.

• 54 Lake Avenue: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish in rear of property. Also, the removal or registration of unregistered vehicle.

• 93 Franklin Street: Issued order for the removal of commercial vehicle, as well commercial equipment. Also, for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property.

• 80 Rowan Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish all around the property. This property has repeated issues with rubbish.

• 381 Main Street: Issued order to DHA, due to inordinate amount of litter and rubbish around property, mostly the area near the dumpsters. It needs to be cleaned up, but more importantly, continuously maintained.

• 96 Garfield Avenue: Issued order for the removal of unregistered/inoperable vehicle that hasn’t moved in over five (5) years.

• 41-59 Fairfield Ridge: Issued order to DHA, due to inordinate amount of litter and rubbish around rear of property. It needs to be cleaned up, but more importantly, continuously maintained. Bordering neighbors have complained.

• 11 Summit Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish around the rear of property. Mattresses, old furniture, tires and litter (property owner received order and immediately ordered a dumpster and cleaned the property) This has been closed out.

• 32 Cleveland Street: Issued order for the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish in rear of property. Old hot tub, scrap metal and other rubbish.

• 5 Olive Street: Issued for the removal of 3 inoperable boats, which are an eyesore. Also the removal/re-registration of vehicles. Finally, the cleanup/removal of garbage/rubbish around the property.

• 55 Fairfield Ridge: Issued order to DHA for the removal of unregistered vehicle. (issue was immediately resolved. Vehicle removed) This has been closed out.

UPDATES:

• 3 Roger Ave: The property has been cleaned up • 24 Irving Place: This property was a mess, including a dilapidated tent structure. It is now all clean and the structure removed. • 35 Chestnut Street: Unregistered vehicle has been removed. • 24 William Street: Unregistered vehicles removed

The Exterior Blight Ordinance and our department’s enforcement of it WORKS. The results have been very noticeable around our city. As stated in a recent meeting with members of the City Council, this has been an extremely effective tool of enforcement. I’ve highlighted notable 4

successes in past reports, like 57 Deer Hill Ave, 169 South Street, 83 Mill Plain Road and 89 Stadley Rough Road. Our department is proud of the results and we are thankful for the assistance of Danbury’s residents.

311 Call Center Report: April 2014

The month of April saw the 311 Call Center receive approximately 480 calls, as requests for phone numbers were the most-requested item at 122 inquiries. The upcoming annual Clean City Danbury Day event on May 3 brought 47 calls while residents seeking to dispose of household garbage placed 21 calls, and were subsequently informed about Clean City Danbury Day. Calls regarding the recycling truck and its locations brought 19 calls while residents seeking information on the spring yard debris pickup program placed 26 calls. Residents were diligent in keeping an eye on the roadways as 40 potholes were reported over the past month. As the transition completes into the springtime, residents are encouraged to report bushes or trees that are overgrown onto the road and blocking sightlines, or to report drainage issues that arise due to the frequent storms. Each call will be logged and routed to the appropriate department to ensure that the matter is evaluated for potential solutions.

The UNIT continues to encourage the participation of Danbury’s residents to report any concerns in their neighborhood by utilizing the City Line 311 system. Residents of Danbury can simply dial 311 from their home phones, or 203-744-4311 from out of town or cell phones. Additionally, residents can log on to the City’s webpage, www.ci.danbury.ct.us, and click on the City Line 311 link and register their complaint at their convenience, and now, residents can utilize the Danbury Direct app from their iPhone to submit a concern or question. Residents can choose to provide their contact information, so the UNIT can follow up and provide an update on the situation. By visiting the Neighborhood Assistance Department on the City’s website, residents will also be able to view the UNIT’s monthly activity.

If we can be of any assistance to you or residents in your ward please contact us at 796-8026 or 311.

Sincerely,

Shawn Stillman Coordinator, Office of Neighborhood Assistance