Commission names Mike Glidden acting zoning enforcement officer
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Summary
Following the resignation of the previous enforcement officer, the commission appointed planning staff member Mike Glidden as the town's zoning enforcement officer on an interim basis; the vote was recorded with one abstention.
The Cheshire Planning and Zoning Commission on Sept. 8 appointed Planning Department staff member Mike Glidden to serve as the town's zoning enforcement officer following the departure of the prior enforcement officer.
Background: The commission was briefed that the prior zoning enforcement officer left town employment. Staff said interviews for a certified replacement were scheduled and that Glidden would handle enforcement duties in the interim.
Action: A motion to appoint Mike Glidden as zoning enforcement officer was moved and seconded and the commission approved the appointment. The minutes record the final tally as eight votes in favor, zero opposed and one abstention (Commissioner Dawson abstained).
Scope and next steps: Staff said the appointment is operational and that hiring activity is underway to recruit a certified zoning-enforcement professional. The commission asked staff to provide clearer timelines for inspections and response times while the department is short-staffed.
Ending The appointment formalizes Glidden's interim enforcement authority while the town continues recruitment for a permanent certified enforcement officer.
