FINANCIAL BUSINESS REQUEST (FBR)
Motion/Request:
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MOTION to authorize the transfer of $60,000 from Acccunt # 10114301-53300 (Professional Services) to Account # 21014301-53306 (Plan Conserve & Development) to provide engage professional services for the updating of the Ledyard Plan of Conservation & Development and its Affordable Housing Plan.
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Background:
Explanation: Wherein, the Ledyard Planning & Zoning Commission, at its 5/8/2025 meeting, made a
MOTION to direct the town planner to create an RFP for the updates of the POCD and Affordable Housing Plan for the Town of Ledyard.
Prior to said Motion, the Commission discussed drafting a RFP/RFQ to update the POCD and Affordable Housing Plan by a third party consultant, discussed the legal requirements to update the POCD and Affordable Housing Plans and best practice to start updates earlier rather than later. If an AHP & POCD is not updated in a timely manner, the State may withhold discretionary funding (STEAP, LOTCIP, etc.) Director Burdick advised the Commission that, on its behalf, she would have to request funds in the amount of $60,000 from Professional Services Account be transferred to the POCD capital account with a current balance of $17,500.
Commissioner Woody commented that he had been through this experience before and it is a lot more work than it seems. He concurred that having a third-party consultant to help with the process would be helpful and he commented that updating the POCD and the Affordable housing plan at the same time is a good idea because than they can ensure they concur. Chairman Wood stated that he applauds that Director Burdick for looking ahead for the Commission.
Although, it may not be the same for the Town of Ledyard PZC, the Town of Stonington is updating its POCD with a third party consultant and the Town Planner advised the cost is in the area of $150,000.
Additionally, the Legislature passed HB5002 (PA25-49). If signed into law by Governor Lamont, th...
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