Windsor Town Council Meeting – October 19, 2026

The Windsor Town Council held a regular meeting on October 19, 2026, at approximately 6:30 PM. The meeting opened with councilor remarks honoring Vietnam veterans, encouraging flu shots, and promoting community events. Reports were received from the Public Building Commission and the Wilson Deerfield Advisory Committee, followed by the Town Manager's report and votes on ordinances and appropriations. No public comments were made during the designated public comment period.

Public Comments & Testimony

• The mayor thanked speakers who had addressed the council earlier during the public hearing and main meeting. During the formal public comment portion at the end of the meeting, no virtual or in-person attendees spoke.

Discussion Items

• Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Item 12A): The council discussed a proposal to install a black granite Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the North Green, recommended by the Town Improvements Committee. Councilor Deputy Mayor noted that research corrected names from a wooden plaque in Town Hall, ensuring accuracy. The project cost is $40,000 from the general fund unassigned fund balance. The proposal will be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission for administrative review under Connecticut General Statute Section 8-24.
• Parking Ordinance Amendment (Item 10): Councilor Armstrong moved to amend Chapter 16, Article 3 (Parking) to increase the fine for handicapped parking violations to $250 and to eliminate language imposing an additional penalty equal to the fine. The amendment was adopted as a friendly amendment, and the amended ordinance was approved.
• Fire Lane Parking Violations Price Guide (Item 11A): The council approved an amendment to the price guide for fire lane parking violations, increasing the fine amount.
• Broad Street Traffic Safety: Town Manager Sousa clarified that staff is not proposing a reduction in travel lanes for Broad Street. Instead, they are exploring safety measures (raised crosswalks, speed tables, rapid flashing beacons) using federal and state grants. Further updates are expected within 30 days.
• School Facility Study: The town manager announced a forthcoming request to fund a long-range school facility study (12–14 months) to assess all school buildings, enrollment projections, and mechanical systems. The funding request is expected in late November or early December.
• Other Reports: The Public Building Commission reported progress on LP Wilson HVAC (70% complete, finishing December), Town Hall roof replacement (complete except punch list items), train station boiler replacement (75% complete), and community center gym (near completion). The Wilson Deerfield Advisory Committee reported on its activities, including the Earth Day cleanup and meetings with town departments.

Key Outcomes

• Parking Ordinance Amendment (Chapter 16, Article 3): Approved 9-0 with the friendly amendment raising the handicapped parking fine to $250 and removing the additional penalty provision.
• Fire Lane Parking Violations Price Guide: Approved 9-0.
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial Installation and $40,000 Appropriation: Approved 9-0. The installation will proceed after Planning and Zoning Commission review.
• FY26 Purchase Order Extension (Item 12B): Approved 8-0 to extend Purchase Order #26378 ($16,012.50) until January 4, 2027.
• Meeting Minutes (Item 14): Approved 8-0 for the minutes of the October 5, 2026 public hearing on floodplain management and the October 5, 2026 regular town council meeting.
• Appointments: Resignations and appointments were tabled for review and a vote at the next meeting; a minor typo (capitalization) was noted for correction.