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 TOWN OF OLD
SAYBROOK Board of Finance |
302 Main Street Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475-1741
MINUTES REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 2, 2008 at 7:30 P.M. PASBESHAUKE PAVILION |
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I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman, Carl Fortuna, called the December 2, 2008 regular meeting of the Board of Finance to order at 7:31 p.m.
Attendant Members Absent Members
Carl Fortuna, Chairman David LaMay
George Whelen, Vice Chairman
Robert Finch
Lee Sparaco
John O’Brien
Glenis G. Caouette
ATTENDANT STAFF:
Robert Fish, Treasurer
E. Mosca, Chief of Police
M. Spera, Deputy Chief Police
Christina Burnham, Chairman, Police Commission
Gerri Lewis, Clerk
COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: Mr. Goduti inquired re 1 Main Street. The chair had not looked into it but will. Ms. Castagno inquired re the revaluation and which properties value are able to reflect a decrease in prices. Mr. Finch gave an explanation.
MINUTES: NONE
FOUNDERS PARK REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS:
Chairman Fortuna read a memo from Selectman Michael Pace. Mr. Pace noted in his memo that Public Works thought the town would be able to obtain 2,000 yards of free materials from the dredging of Indiantown. He reported that the material was disposed of at sea and so noted that the material was purchased. Following a discussion, Mr. Fortuna asked for a motion by the board.
Motion: To authorize the BOS to transfer $19,391.73 from Account #200-4006-00 Uncommitted Funds, to Account #200-4006-75 Founders Memorial Park to cover the overrun of monies spent in the Founders Memorial Park account.
Moved: R. Finch Second: G. Whelen
Discussion: Mr. Finch noted that he didn’t care for the way this transpired. He commented that in the long run it has removed a huge liability.
Approved: C. Fortuna; L. Sparaco; R. Finch; G. Caouette; G. Whelen; J. O’Brien 6-0-0
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BOARD OF ED REPORT: None
POLICE COMMISSION: SCHEDULING AND STAFFING
Christina Burnham, Chairman of the Police Commission noted for the Board of Finance that the Police Department would attempt to have a “O” increase budget. She noted that the primary concern of the Police Commission was that proper policing be done in a most effective, efficient and productive manner.
Chief Mosca gave an overview on the background and structure of the department. He noted that the police department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. He reported that over the last 4 years there were approximately 25,000 incidents. He noted that the police department is participating in a national program relating to motor vehicles, which has reduced the number of accidents.
Chief Mosca reported that they are consistently running shorthanded, but noted that the Police Commission has approved added personnel. There are 21 full time cops, 1 Chief and the communications people.
At this time, Chief Mosca turned it over to Deputy Chief Spera who gave a slide presentation on Department Operations. It included the following, which Deputy Chief Spera gave further details on:
· Scheduling; Manpower Allocation; Department Structure; operational needs
· Patrol Schedules; manageability and productivity of the effects of schedules
· Administrative schedules and functions;
· Types of Work Schedules for Department; Building and Maintaining Schedules; Special Assignments
· Weekly Tracking of employees and schedules;
· Payroll Data; detailed tracking to help build future budgets
· Special Events; Emergencies; Reducing Overtime
· Overtime v. Compensatory Time
· 2004 Structure Change; 2008 Structure Change; evaluation of structure
· Concerns of Retirement; Staffing; Increasing Demands; Capital Issues; Facility and Personnel Needs.
Chairman Fortuna thanked Deputy Chief Spera for his presentation and a short question and answer period followed.
Ms. Burnham reported that the Police Commission was currently having discussions with the Pension Board.
SELECTMAN’S REPORT: None
Treasurer’s Report: Mr. Fish handed out the month ending November 30, 2008 General Fund Operating Budget report including the Fund Expenditures. Mr. Fish noted that the BOE put a freeze on expenses and that the General Government was staying within their budget.
Chairman Fortuna told Mr. Fish how much he appreciated his efforts in putting this report all together every month.
Mr. Sparaco requested a report just on the Capital Outlay Sinking Fund.
Mr. O’Brien noted that the WPCA was over budget by $23K. Mr. Fish explained that this year’s budget had $100K Sewer fund and the deficit was transferred to the Sewer Fund.
Mr. Fortuna read a newspaper article about how the Town of Clinton was concerned about St. of CT. revenues. He also reported that he received a call from State Representative Giuliano’s office suggesting Ms. Giuliano coming to give a legislative update before the Board of Finance. This will be added to the next agenda.
Chairman Fortuna questioned the Board on whether they had a preference where “Public Comment” should be on the agenda. It will be on the agenda twice. Once at the beginning and once at the end.
Mr. Sparaco noted that in the past, if the Board of Finance had a major project on the agenda, it would be tabled for 30 days so people could become aware and be able to come to a meeting and comment.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Mr. Goduti discussed Founders Park transfer of funds; 1 Main Street.
A guest thanked the Board for a great presentation by Deputy Chief Spera. She also had concerns with the money being spent by WPCA.
Motion: To adjourn at 9:32 P.M.
Moved: L. Sparaco Second: R. Finch
Discussion: None
Approved: C. Fortuna; L. Sparaco; R. Finch; G. Caouette; G. Whelen J. O’Brien 6-0-0 |
Respectfully Submitted,
Gerri Lewis, Clerk
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