March - Town of Guilford

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2010
POLICE HEADQUARTERS at 5:30 P.M.
Present: Commission Members: Chairman Ametrano, Commissioner Carlson,
Commissioner Cole, Commissioner Trotta,
(Excused: Commissioner Dostert)
Officials: Honorable Joseph Mazza, First Selectman
Departmental Members: Chief Terribile, Deputy Chief Hutchinson, Lucy Krauchick,
Clerk of The Board, Sergeant Henry Lindgren,
Lt. Robert Robinson, Lt. Jeffrey Hocking, Sgt. Steven Renchy,
Officer Mathew Larsen, Deborah Bucko, Elizabeth Spinnato,
Kelly Pinette
Public: Family and Friends of Chief Thomas A. Terribile,
Family and Friends of Sergeant Henry Lindgren
Chair Ametrano called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.
1. Approval of prior meeting minutes.
1.1 February 17, 2010
Motion: Motion made by Commissioner Trotta, seconded by Commissioner Carlson, to approve
the Board of Police Commissioners meeting minutes of Wednesday, February 17, 2010
as presented.
Vote: In favor: Chairman Ametrano, Commissioners Carlson, Cole and Trotta
Opposed: None
Abstained: None
2. Public Petition/Commentary.
Motion: Motion made by Commissioner Carlson, seconded by Commissioner Cole, to add
Item 2.1. Recognition Ceremony of Chief Thomas A. Terrible and Sgt. Henry Lindgren
for 35 years of service to The Town of Guilford Police Department.
Vote: In favor: Chairman Ametrano, Commissioners Carlson, Cole and Trotta
Opposed: None
Abstained: None
2.1 Chairman Ametrano addressed the audience and welcomed and thanked First Selectman
Mazza, family and friends of Chief Terribile , and family and friends of Sergeant Lindgren.
The Chariman said it was an honor to recognize the 35 years of service of Chief
Terribile and Sergeant Henry Lindgren with The Guilford Police Department. He stated, “It
has been a pleasure working with them and hopes they will do another 35 years”. Chairman
Ametrano also said Chief Terribile has been an honorable, highly recognized Chief and an
excellent manager. His performance is and has been exemplary and he is a tribute to the

3. Traffic
Town of Guilford. Chairman Ametrano said The Chief serves the Town well.
Commissioner Cole addressed the audience and stated he and The Chief were acquainted
in the early 1990's when Commissioner Cole was not on The Board but worked closely
with Chief Terribile planning the building of headquarters. Commissioner Cole stated he
has profound respect and admiration for Chief Terribile and thanked both Chief Terribile
and Sergeant Lindgren for their service to the community and the Town of Guilford.
Commissioner Carlson addressed the audience and thanked both Chief Terribile and
Sergeant Lindgren for their 35 years of service. She stated it is an honor to be associated
with a police department of the caliber of Guilford. Commissioner Carlson stated that in
particular Chief Terribile’s reputation is recognized statewide and he is highly respected
by his colleagues statewide. She said it is and has been a pleasure working with The Chief
and the citizens benefit from the Chief’s profound management.
At this time, First Selectman Mazza addressed the board and the audience. He congratulated
Chief Terribile and Sergeant Lindgren. He acknowledged that he recently received a phone
call from the First Selectman of Madison commending The Guilford Police Department for
professionalism and said it was an honor to receive such a phone call. He stated he is proud
of Chief Terribile and Sergeant Lindgren and never hears a negative word about the
department. Mr. Mazza said The Chief’s management capability is exemplary and he is
one of the greatest managers he has ever seen and wished all managers were more like The
Chief of Police. He took the opportunity to thank both Chief Terribile and Sergeant
Lindgren for 35 years of service and their accomplishments over the years.
Deputy Chief Hutchinson took the floor and thanked The Chief and The Sergeant for
their service and commitment to the agency and said it would be impossible to speak
on all the accomplishments and service to the community over the years but their
commitment to the department and excellence continues. The Deputy Chief thanked
the families and friends of both men for the sacrifices made over the years and the
support they gave them. Deputy Chief Hutchinson prepared a visual presentation of
the past 35 years and both Chief Terribile and Sergeant Lindgren were presented with
35 year service bars to be displayed on their uniforms.
Chief Terribile and Sergeant Lindgren thanked all in attendance for the recognition.
3.1 Teamsters Horsemen Motorcycle Ride
Deputy Chief Hutchinson stated an annual request for The Teamsters Horsemen Motorcyle
Ride was received and suggested the letter used by the department the previous year be
considered again this year stating “operate under the rules and guidelines of statutes”.
The Deputy Chief said patrol officers are not assigned to these rides.
Commissioner Trotta asked The Deputy Chief what the department is looking for as
far as The Board taking the lead on motorcycle rides and what action may need to be taken.
Deputy Chief Hutchinson said there have been resident complaints due to motorcycle

ides referencing traffic interruptions and noise and the department continues to
agree there can be no traffic violations during these charity rides.
Commission Carlson stated she does not want to be the town who says “no” to charity
rides. Commissioner Cole stated his stand is to say “no” to charity rides. Commissioner
Carlson asked how many charity motorcycle rides come through Guilford each season and
The Deputy Chief responded that in the past it has been approximately three or four rides.
Chairman Ametrano said he thought the letter that was used last season worked well for
the department and it was his recommendation to continue to use the letter as response.
Commissioner Carlson agreed. Chairman Ametrano suggested a limited number of rides
per season.
Commissioner Trotta asked the Deputy Chief if patrol could ticket the motorcyclists
using the loud pipes and The Deputy Chief said the challenge for patrol is to decipher
which bike is illegal because there are so many going through at one time.
Motion: Motion made by Commissioner Trotta, seconded by Commissioner Carlson, to approve
Teamsters Horsemen Motorcycle Assocation Ride for Sunday, September 12, 2010.
Vote: In favor: Chairman Ametrano, Commissioners Carlson and Trotta
Opposed: Commissioner Cole
Abstained: None
4. Committee Reports
4.1 Facilities/Equipment
4.1.1 Vehicle Fuel Report.
4.2 Personnel
Deputy Chief Hutchinson stated the vehicle fuel report shows remains in line with
no issues.
Chief Terribile passed out correspondence to The Board for review. He stated the
L.T.D. model police cars would no longer be available for purchase and replacement
cars would likely be the Taurus model. The Chief said there would be added
expenses because the cages would need to be replaced and possibly the consoles.
Commissioner Trotta asked The Chief if the Charger model would be a replacement
car consideration and The Chief said that model was researched and the back of
the vehicle seems to be too small. The Chief said the Charger is good on the highway.
Chief Terribile stated the Charger is also more expensive than the Taurus.
4.2.1 Sick Time Report
Chairman Ametrano asked The Chief to speak about the sick time report in
particular specific and recent absences. Chief Terribile reviewed each case and

the circumstances of the absences. Discussion followed.
Chief Terribile reported there is no abuse in sick time and by contract each case
is within right. Commissioner Cole stated if you look at the entire department as
a whole, the sick time report is very good.
4.3 Communications
4.3.1. Correspondence thanking Officer Bernier
Chairman Ametrano read from correspondence received from Carlene
Arnoldi specifically thanking Officer Bernier for his kindness and
caring which he extended to her family during a difficult situation.
Chief Terribile reported that Tip-A-Cop is scheduled for Thursday, May 6, 2010 at K.C.’s Pub
in Guilford from 1700 hours to 2200 hours (5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.).
4.4 Budget/Finance
4.4.1 2009-2010 Budget
Chief Terribile reviewed the budget report and stated the police salary line
remains low and there should be approximately $80,000 unexpended. Discussion
followed regarding the carry over of these funds as a possibility to keep the
two new recruits.
Commissioner Carlson stated she had spoken to some officials regarding
the carry over of funds to keep the two recruits because The Board was told
in good faith to hire them and she prefers to enter July 1 with a full
compliment. Commissioner Carlson indicated she was asked by the officials
if she was aware of any upcoming retirements within the department for Fiscal
2010/2011 and she stated she is not aware of any planned retirement.
Commissioner Carlson stated the two new recruits were hired with the approval
of the Town and recommends carry over of funds be considered to keep them.
Chief Terribile asked Commissioner Carlson if she thought the department
would remain at 39 and she replied that the goal is to keep the two new recruits.
Commissioner Cole agreed that keeping the two recruits is the goal and that
attrition is a possibility but certainly could not be depended upon.
Chief Terribile continued to review the budget. In particular, he reviewed overtime
due to a homicide in Madison in which Guilford Police Department provided
Mutual Assistance Aid to The Madison Police Department.
Chief Terribile stated The First Selectman looks at all requisitions and the
budget looks in order at this time. The Chief said he will meet with The Finance
Director soon to go over some line items that may need future clarification.

5. Monthly Reports.
4.4.2 2010-2011 Budget
None.
Chief Terribile reviewed the monthly reports and entertained questions. There were none.
6. Old Business.
None.
7. New Business
None.
8. Police Personnel Comments
Chairman Ametrano wished Commissioner Cole well with an upcoming personal matter.
Motion: Motion made by Commissioner Carlson, seconded by Commissioner Cole, to adjourn
the meeting at 6:50 P.M.
Vote: All in favor: Chairman Ametrano, Commissioners Carlson, Cole and Trotta
Opposed: None
Abstained: None
Respectfully submitted,
Lucy Krauchick
Clerk of The Board