Council confirms appointments, adopts 2026 meeting schedule and appoints records officer

During a largely procedural portion of its Dec. 17 meeting, the West Haven City Council approved multiple mayoral advice‑and‑consent appointments to advisory boards and committees and adopted administrative resolutions.

Appointments approved included a Planning Commission seat (presented for Jennifer Streaker — the record also contains a later reference to 'Jennifer Strucker'), Richard Watkins to the Historic Preservation Committee (three‑year term), Lindsay Sorrentino to the Parks & Trails Committee (three‑year term), Mike Gardner to the Arts Council (two‑year term), six members to the Community Events Committee (names listed in the record), Randy Hightower to the Beautification Committee (remainder of a three‑year term), Crystal Yemane (also referenced as 'Crystal Yamani' in the record) as youth council adviser, and James Jensen to the West Haven Special Service District board to complete a term.

The council approved the consent agenda (minutes from Dec. 3, 2025), then adopted Resolution 59‑2025 establishing the 2026 meeting schedule (first and third Wednesdays, with additional budget‑centered special meetings). The council then approved Resolution 60‑2025 appointing Emily Green as the certified records officer; the mayor commended Green and the appointment was carried by roll call.

Most of these items were approved without extended debate. Where names in the record vary (for example, 'Jennifer Streaker' vs. 'Jennifer Strucker' and 'Crystal Yemane' vs. 'Crystal Yamani'), the council recorded the motion and approved the appointments; the city clerk or mayor’s office can confirm official spellings and appointment paperwork.