October 20, 2008
The meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order by Chairman Goodnow with all members in attendance accept Mr. Martinelli.
Mr. Goodnow recognized Chief Daigle who was before the Board to present a Department update. Chief Daigle informed the Board that Officer Carniero has transferred to the Milford Police Department. He also informed the Board he anticipated at least one retirement within the next year. The Chief acknowledged these positions will not be replaced because of the economic uncertainties the Town currently faces. The Chief thanked the Board for their support with the purchase of two new cruisers as well as the Police Station roof. The Chief anticipates restructuring the Department during the upcoming months in light of the anticipated force reductions.
On a Mayhew/Chaves motion, the Board unanimously voted to award the Police Station roof contract to MDM construction at the low-bid price of $43,500. MDM was investigated by the Town’s engineer Roof Management Consultant and was found to be a company in good standing with a strong history of successful work.
On a Mayhew/Chaves motion, the Board unanimously voted to accept the October 6 minutes as presented.
On a Mayhew/Chaves motion, the Board unanimously voted to abate water for $77.47 and solid waste for $1,041.
On a Mayhew/Chaves motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the attached list of license renewals as presented.
On a Mayhew/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the land taking of approximately 5,000 square feet to the Mass Highway Department as approved by Town Meeting. This strip of land will become part of the Rte. 140 right of way. Further, the Board authorized the Chairman to sign the land taking document.
Minutes of October 20, 2008
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On a Mayhew/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to award the ambulance contract to Greenwood Emergency Vehicles at the low bid sum of $207,888 as recommended by the Fire Chief.
On a Mayhew/Davies motion, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Denis C. Fraine
Town Administrator
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