AGENDA and MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2004
DARTMOUTH TOWN HALL, ROOM 314, 7:00 P.M.
Present: Gale Schultz, Chairperson, Lorraine Gagne, Vice-chairperson, Valerie Alves, Jay Swanson, Debra Brejcha, Kevin Lee, Youth Advocate and Justine Clarke, clerk
Regrets: Alyson Bellora
Absent: Tony Martin
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Agenda
Gale Schultz called the meeting to order at 7:17 p.m.
Approval of Minutes from April 14, 2004. Jay Swanson made a motion to accept the minutes of April 14, 2004. Valerie Alves seconded the motion. Voted unanimously.
Approval of Minutes from May 12, 2004. Jay Swanson made a motion to accept the minutes of May 12, 2004. Lorraine Gagne seconded the motion. Voted unanimously.
Kevin suggested we discuss his contract negotiations at the end of the meeting. The Commissioners agreed with this suggestion.
Old Business:
Select Board’s decision regarding applications from Ms. Jane Brooks and Ms. Rosalyn Glaser:
- Kevin informed Commissioners that the Select Board has yet to vote on appointing Jane and Rosalyn to the Youth Commission.
- Kevin stated that the Select Board has asked all town boards and commissions for attendance records for the fiscal year. Kevin noted that while Tony Martin’s attendance record is poor, he has been active behind the scenes. The Commissioners suggested Kevin attach a note to the attendance record stating this fact.
Report from Valerie, Tony and Kevin regarding status of corporate mailing list for Alvin Glaser Memorial Family Assistance Trust Fund.
- Valerie informed Commissioners that they have not had a chance to meet.
Minutes
Discussion regarding draft update of Youth Advocate’s employment description:
Kevin stated that the Commission should next review his draft proposal and make any changes or additions they feel appropriate.
Ms. Schultz asked Kevin if he thinks Youth Advocates hired in the future should have an internship in counseling. Kevin stated he would like to see future candidates have a Master’s Degree and some clinical experience, which would also require an internship as part of their studies.
Kevin informed Commissioners that any changes made to the Youth Advocate’s job description would need to be submitted to the Executive Administrator. From there it would go to the Select Board. The process of approval could take several months.
Ms. Schultz suggested the Youth Advocate’s employment description be worked on over the summer months. The Commission agreed with this.
Old Business from the floor:
- There was no old business at this time.
Youth Advocate’s Report:
Kevin stated that things have been running smoothly. Lots of children have been attending his weekly kickball games and having a great time.
New Business:
Review May 2004 budget account:
- Jay Swanson made a motion to accept the Youth Commission general budget account for May 2004. Lorraine Gagne seconded the motion. Voted unanimously.
Gale Schultz suggested we review the three gift accounts on a quarterly basis. The Commission was in agreement.
New Business from the floor:
Kevin informed Commissioners that Garrett Bellora recently underwent a double lung transplant. He is doing remarkable well and makes improvements daily. His breathing tube has been removed and he has been transferred from ICU to the
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transplant unit. Kevin has spent some time with the Bellora family at the hospital and continues to speak with Alyson and Jeff Bellora almost daily.
Kevin informed Commissioners that the “Friends of Garrett” committee is planning a prayer service in honor of Garrett’s recovery. Kevin will inform Commission members when a date has been scheduled.
The Commission felt instead of sending flowers to Garrett perhaps a gift basket could be prepared for him. Kevin offered to speak to Alyson to find out what Garrett may like.
Set next Youth Commission Meeting:
The next meeting of the Dartmouth Youth Commission is scheduled for June 24, 2004 at 12:00 p.m. in the Youth Advocate’s office. Commissioners are encouraged to bring a bagged lunch.
Discuss Youth Advocate’s contract negotiations:
Jay Swanson asked Kevin if his vacation time is accrued. Kevin stated that he is allowed to accrue his vacation time for five weeks.
Gale Schultz asked Kevin if he has heard anything about compensation for town employees. Kevin stated that he has heard that the COLA (cost of living allowance) will be approved. He also stated that the “party line” is that all departments will be level funded. Kevin noted that some Town employees received merit increases.
Gale Schultz suggested that we meet again to concentrate solely on making final decisions for Kevin contract.
The meeting on June 24th in Kevin’s office will be devoted solely to coming to an agreement on the Youth Commission’s recommendation for Kevin’s next contract.
Jay Swanson made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Valerie Alves seconded the motion. Voted unanimously at 8:45 p.m.
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