Town of Newtown, CT Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470
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The Ad Hoc Tick Borne Disease Action Committee held a meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at the C.H. Booth Library, Main Street, Newtown, CT
Present: Robert Grossman, Michele McLeod, Mark Alexander, Kirk Blanchard, Pat Boily, David Delia, Kim Harrison, Maggie Shaw, Mary Gaudet-Wilson and George Miller.
Not Present: Dr. Peter Licht and Neil Chaudhary, Also Present: David Shugarts, Kendra Bobowick from the Newtown Bee.
Call to Order: Dr. Grossman called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m.
Approval of Minutes: Mr. Alexander made a motion to approve the minutes of March 24, 2010 as submitted. Seconded by Dr. McLeod. The vote was unanimous
Discussion: Voting Method
Dr. Grossman congratulated the Committee on their hard work, apologizing for the delay in finalizing it. He looks forward to getting things wrapped up quickly.
Dr. Grossman wants those not able to attend in person to e-mail their vote. He wants everyone’s opinion on the record. The vote should be made on everything point by point. It is too bulky to vote in its entirety. It was agreed that reports should be distributed a week ahead of discussion. Those not in favor should offer an alternative opinion.
Dr. Grossman asked who is ready. Dr. McLeod and Dr. Licht need more time with the introduction. Hopes to be ready to vote in two weeks. Ms. Wilson said the forest group might be ready to go at the same time. Dr. Grossman, Ms Shaw and Mr. Miller will be getting together on education.
Ms. Wilson asked if it could be possible to hook up with a conference phone line for those unable to attend wishing to participate. Dr. Grossman considered this a good idea and will look into it.
The report will indicate how many approved and if disapproved their alternative opinion. Wants everyone’s opinion noted.
The Committee will meet for the initial vote on April 28, 2010. Dr. Grossman hopes to have the report complete by mid May.
Final Comments: None
Executive Session: None
Adjournment: Dr. McLeod motioned to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Mr. Alexander seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Margaret R. Wilkin, Clerk
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