October 8, 1991 Present: James R. Haggerty, Chairman
Judith M. Murdoch
Robert Crowley
Robert Andrews
Warren Ellis
The Board met with and commended Police Officers Gredler and Savage, Firefighter Smith and Lieutenant Proudman for their actions during the hostage episode. Mentioned and commended as well although not present were Sgt. Williams and Fire Chief Huska. Motion by Andrews, 2nd Murdoch to that letters of commendation be placed in files of Police and Firemen re the incident at the fire station. Voted 5-0.
Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Crowley to accept the police Chief's Retirement with regret. Voted 5-0. (This retirement will take place between January 1 and June 30)
Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Crowley to establish a Search Committee for Police Chief. Voted 4-0-1 (Andrews)
This Committee is to comprised of nine members, six members of the public (non-employees, two from each district if possible), one Selectman (Mrs. Murdoch), one member of the police union (volunteer), and the Executive Secretary. The appointments to the screening committee will be made in two weeks (October 22). Two members (Crowley and Ellis) to establish job description and qualifications.
The Chairman read into the minutes a letter received from the Fire Dept. Union signed by Ken Carron (a copy is on file) regarding issue re firefighter concerns re new call back system implemented by the Board.
The Chairman read into the minutes a letter received from Attorney Everett Marder concerning the Selectmens right to accept or reject articles for a Town Meeting Warrant.
(a copy is on file)
Board voted to cancel October 29 Selectmen's Meeting - motion by Crowley, 2nd Andrews, 5-0 vote.
Discussion concerning minutes and the reading of minutes and a vote to approve minutes at Selectmens meetings. It was suggested that each member be given a copy of the minutes as soon as they are prepared for there review, Murdoch and Crowley declined. Motion by Andrews, 2nd Ellis to have copies of minutes to each member and vote on said minutes at subsequent meetings. Voted 3-2-0 (Crowley and Murdoch)
Motion by Andrews, 2nd Ellis to have log of Executive Secretary. Withdrawn.
Request from Paul Vaitkus for Board to meet with Fin Comm to discuss each article in warrant on Oct 21, 1991 Agreed that the Board will vote to recommend or not recommend each article along with Fin Com.
Mr. Nugent reported on status of Thomas Hall site. Spoke with Camp Dresser McKee who was in touch with DEP. Submitting a proposal on action to be taken. DEP has come up with potential action, designating as non priority, set up and dig out material with engineer present, stock pile material on polyethylene and make arrangements to do core samples which will be analyzed. Also make arrangements for hazardous materials hauler to remove soil. Core samples will be taken.
Motion by Murdoch, 2nd Ellis to accept recommendations of the Executive Secretary (as clarified and amended by Mr. Crowley) with regard to insurance. Voted 5-0.
Discussion fo police issues and report by Murdoch and Ellis on their meeting with Poilce Union - 5 topics for discussion
Nugent reported on follow up meeting with Gene Andrews, Chief Twoomey, and himself, effort agreed to and being made to deal with union concerns however keeping in mind budget constraints.
Read Notice re. Classification Hearing with Board of Assessors on Oct. 15, 1991
Mr. Andrews had request for action. His concern is the ongoing audio problem with the Cable.
Motion to adjourn by Murdoch, 2nd Crowley. 5-0.
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