Town of Princeton, MA
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
Regular Meeting
August 31, 2009
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM. Present were Chairman Alan Sentkowski, Raymond Dennehy, Joe O’Brien and Town Administrator John Lebeaux.
FY10 Warrant #05
The Board reviewed and signed the payroll and vendor warrants from the Treasurer and Accountant.
Minutes
August 17, 2009 Regular Meeting – Raymond moved to accept the minutes as amended. Alan seconded and Joe abstained. (2-0).
August 20, 2009 Special Meeting – Raymond moved to accept the minutes. Alan seconded and Joe abstained. (2-0).
August 20, 2009 Executive Session – Raymond moved to accept the minutes not to be released at this time. Alan seconded and Joe abstained. (2-0).
FY08 Ice Storm Update
John noted that the FEMA related tree and hanger removal is complete. The debris will be chipped and removed this week.
Joe noted that FEMA approved the volunteer services and the town will receive reimbursement soon.
HPT Update
Alan reported there is a meeting scheduled for September 8 with a consultant from the DEP.
Appoint Chief Procurement Officer
Joe moved to appoint Town Administrator John Lebeaux as Princeton’s Chief Procurement Officer to serve until further notice. Raymond seconded. All in favor (3-0).
This appointment revokes all previous appointments. John is the only Chief Procurement Officer
Review Board and Committee Vacancies
Raymond questioned whether there is a need for a Capital Planning Committee considering the Advisory Board may be the logical group to handle the responsibility. There is concern about having enough people to serve a separate board. Alan noted the Board of Selectmen has the best handle on expenses and suggests they work closely with the Advisory Board in this area. Alan will get feedback from Stan Moss.
Annual Audit Review – Follow-up Discussion
John reported on items in the management letter from Auditor Tony Roselli.
- Ambulance Receivables – John met with the Fire Chief and Accountant and agreed on a system in which the Chief will provide the Accountant with the necessary reports to allow her to record receivables monthly.
- More Timely Reconciliations – John met with the Treasurer. She is currently reconciled through April. A date to have FY09 reconciled in the near future was agreed upon and they discussed routinely keeping reconciliations up to date.
- Infrastructure – Initial discussion has taken place with Highway Superintendent Glen Lyons.
- GASB 45 – A call was placed to Worcester Regional Retirement System.
- Fraud Protection – There is insurance coverage for fraud protection, up to $250,000, which would include volunteers.
Request for Proposals (RFP)– Wireless Communications Tower
Raymond reported that a wireless communications host company inquired as to whether the town would like to maintain a contract with a host by installing a tower. It will allow the town to receive revenue payments from wireless companies and provide improved cell phone service. Companies would have to follow a process, including appearing before the Planning Board for a Site Plan Review. That will allow for public review and comment.
Raymond will work with John to draft an RFP and send to Town Counsel.
Police Chief Transition
The Board will discuss contract negotiations in executive session.
Municipal Police Training Waiver- Officer Chase
Joe moved to sign the Municipal Police Training Waiver for Officer John Chase. Raymond seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Public Comment
There were no comments from the public.
At 6:00 pm Raymond moved to go into executive session for the purpose of contract negotiations, not to return to regular meeting. All were in favor by roll call.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Brenda Savoie
Administrative Secretary
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