Minutes of Selectmen Meeting
April 25, 2000
Present: Judy Murdoch, Cathy Kuchinski, Daniel Webster, Stephanie McSweeney and Peter Jones. Also present, Executive Secretary Winn Davis
7:40 p.m. Chairman Webster called the meeting to order and announced that Labor Counsel was present and the Board would go into executive session under Item #3 Contract Negotiations with non-union personnel.
MOTION by Stephanie McSweeney, second by Judy Murdoch to go into Executive Session. Roll Call vote Murdoch aye; Kuchinski aye; Webster aye; McSweeney aye, Jones aye – Voted 5 – 0
8:03 p.m. Returned to Open Session
Announcements – Chairman Webster announced that the Board sponsored a Volunteer Recognition day on Saturday, April 15, 2000 and presented certificates to various volunteers. A Certificate was missing on Saturday and presented at this time to Volunteer Arlene Dias for her assistance with Cable T.V.
Betty O’Sullivan – Indian Head Playground – Mrs. O’Sullivan was present with Julie Hall to announce the construction of a playground at Indian Head School. They passed around information regarding the structure. The facility will be funded through fundraising events and donations. Currently they have collected $10,000.00 and expect the project to cost approximately $50,000.00. Census 2000 – Chairman Webster announced that there will be members of the 2000 Census going house to house starting Saturday, April 29, 2000. Mr. Jones pointed out that if you are not available, the census takers might inquire of your neighbors.
Murray Mooring – Mr. Murray of Lakeside Drive was present to request his mooring permit be renewed. Mr. Davis indicated that he has not had a response from the State. He will try to get the matter resolved for the first meeting in May.
Hanson AA – Mr. Bill Ruel and Bill Hinchey were present to address complaints regarding the Hanson AA. They presented photographs of the Aids Benefit indicating the Reed Street was never blocked or caused any safety issues. Mr. Ruel indicated that he has not had any complaints from the neighbors in the past and presented a letter he forwarded to the neighbors. After lengthy discussion regarding safety, noise and nuisance issues, Mr. Davis recommended a meeting between himself, Chief King, a representative from the AA and one of the neighbors to resolve any future problems. Mr. Ruel indicated that he would be willing to notify the neighbors of upcoming events and work with them as well as the organizers. The next Aids event is scheduled for June 25th. Table matter
until May 16, 2000.
Gerry Healy of State Street Bank – Was present with Carole McCormack to explain the Town’s Bond Rating as well as the Stabilization Fund and Free Cash. Mr. Healy presented a packet with comparisons to area towns. Hanson Bond rating is an A3. Mr. Healy feels the Town is in good financial condition and compares well to similar Towns. Mr. Davis suggested that the Town draft a policy regarding utilization of the Stabilization fund.
Executive Secretary Contract – Chairman Webster pointed out that Mr. Davis’ current contract runs for 40 months. In light of the fact there are conflicting laws regarding same, Mr. Webster recommended amending Mr. Davis’ contract to run from February 28, 2000 to February 28, 2003 with a provision to extend the contract four additional months ending on June 30, 2003.
MOTION by Peter Jones, second by Cathy Kuchinski to amend the Executive Secretary’s contract to a term on 36 months from February 28, 2000 to February 28, 2003. Along with a provision, to be approved by a majority vote of the Board, for an additional four months ending on June 30, 2003. Voted 5 – 0.
Request for Additional Sick Time – Highway employee David Hanlon has requested an additional 10 days sick leave. In a letter to the Board, he indicated that he would be returning to work on May 8, 2000. He will be contacting Corporate Medical for an examination prior to returning to work
MOTION by Peter Jones, second by Stephanie McSweeney to approve request for additional sick time subject to previous vote. Mr. Hanlon to pay back his sick time over a period of months. Voted 5 – 0.
Review of Town Meeting Warrants – Special
Article 1 – Recommend
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Peter Jones to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 2 – Recommend – Voted April 11, 2000.
Article 3 – Passover
Article 4 – Recommend – Voted April 11, 2000
Article 5 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Stephanie McSweeney to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
(Dan Webster assigned)
Article 6 – Recommend – Voted April 11, 2000
Article 7 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Peter Jones. Voted 3 – 1 – 1 (Kuchinski opposed) (Webster abstained)
Article 8 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Stephanie McSweeney. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 9 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Peter Jones. Voted 5 – 0
(Stephanie McSweeney assigned)
Article 10 – Pass Over
MOTION by Peter Jones, second by Cathy Kuchinski to pass over. Voted 5 – 0.
(Peter Jones assigned)
Article 11 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Cathy Kuchinski to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 12 – Hold – Tabled to 4/27
Article 13 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Stephanie McSweeney to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 14 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Cathy Kuchinski to recommend. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (Webster abstaining)
Article 15 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Stephanie McSweeney to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
(Dan Webster assigned)
Article 16 – Recommend Voted 4/11/00
Article 17 – Recommend
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Peter Jones to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 18 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Peter Jones to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 19 – Recommend
MOTION by Peter Jones, second by Judy Murdoch to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 20 – Recommend Voted 4/11/00
Article 21 – Recommend
MOTION by Peter Jones, second by Judy Murdoch to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 22 – Hold – Tabled to 4/27/00
Article 23 – Hold - Tabled to 4/27/00
Article 24 – Pass over
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Peter Jones to pass over. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 25 – Recommend
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Peter Jones to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
(Cathy Kuchinski assigned)
Article 26 – Hold – Tabled to 4/27/00
Article 27 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Peter Jones to recommend. Voted 4 – 0 – 1 (Kuchinski abstaining)
Article 28 – Pass over
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Peter Jones to pass over. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 29 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Peter Jones to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
Article 30 – Pass over
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Peter Jones to pass over. Voted 5 – 0.
(Dan Webster assigned)
Article 31 – Recommend
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Cathy Kuchinski to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
(Stephanie McSweeney assigned)
Article 32 – Recommend
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Judy Murdoch to recommend. Voted 5 – 0.
(Cathy Kuchinski assigned)
Article 33 – Pass Over
MOTION by Cathy Kuchinski, second by Judy Murdoch to pass over. Voted 5 – 0.
(????? Assigned)
MOTION by Judy Murdoch, second by Cathy Kuchinski to adjourn. Voted 5 – 0.
11:31 p.m. Meeting adjourned
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