Town of Princeton, MA
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
February 27, 2012
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM in the Annex. Present were Chairman Raymond Dennehy, Edith Morgan, Stan Moss and Town Administrator John Lebeaux.
FY12 Warrant #18
The Board reviewed and signed the payroll and vendor warrants from the Treasurer and Accountant.
Minutes
February 15, 2012 Regular Meeting- Edie moved to approve the minutes as amended. Stan seconded. All in favor (3-0).
Scheduled Meetings & Hearings
Chief Powers- Mutual Aid Agreement
Chief Powers asked the board sign a mutual aid agreement. The agreement was originally requested by the Central Mass Chief of Police Association and formalizes agreements that have been in place. Princeton benefits by receiving assistance from other departments and also results in cost savings. Edie moved to authorize that the Town of Princeton sign the Mutual Aid Agreement. Stan seconded. All in favor (3-0). Raymond signed the agreement.
Sam Pitzi for Eagle Scout
Sam Pitzi is proposing to clean and repair the butterfly garden at Thomas Prince School to achieve his Eagle Scout rank. The garden was dedicated to the memory of Kindergarten teacher Lisa Beaupre. Sam noted there are two trees middle of garden which blocks sunlight. The cost to remove is estimated at $250 to $1,000 per tree. He would like to plant butterfly attracting plants, build wooden butterfly houses and spread mulch. He believes this project will benefit the school and the town and asked if there is funding available to help with the project. The town does not have extra funds for this project. Fire Chief Dave Cobb offered to help with tree removal. Edie recommends contacting the garden club for plants and said she would like to see a plan for future maintenance. The Garden Club and the school green committee may be
willing to help with weed removal. Edie Moved to support the restoration of the butterfly garden at TPS for Eagle Scout candidate Sam Pitzi and to sign a letter of permission. Stan seconded. All in favor (3-0).
The board commended Sam for his presentation.
Chief Cobb Presentation & FY13 Budget Discussion
Chief Cobb presented a Report detailing what’s been completed since he came on board and reviewed requests for FY13 budget. Highlights include:
- Working to streamline communications, currently in free trial for program that tracks call responding; cost is $575 per year and can be operated in conjunction with IMC software.
- EMT basic coverage is at 92% with the addition to the on-call system
- Preliminary budget request is for $17,018 in additional expense request to cover the cost of maintenance of aging fleet and mandatory testing
- Readiness request increase of $28,000 to cover additional hours for paramedic and EMT coverage
The board was impressed with all that has been accomplished and thanked Chief Cobb.
Old Business
Thomas Prince School Green Repair Project
John reported roof work completion remains on schedule for week ending March 17.
Cost to remove and replace additional insulation is being investigated.
Boiler work begins next weekend, substantial completion is expected by the end of April.
Window removal began during school vacation in cafeteria and kitchen and is expected to be complete by June 1.
Net potential additional cost for change orders to remove the phenolic insulation in the roof is $16,629 and is within the contingency.
Thomas Prince School PCB Project
The consultant sent a response to EPA and hopes to be done with all except the annual testing.
WRSD Revenue Sharing Task Force Member Appointment
Regional Select Board meeting tentatively scheduled for March 8 at Thomas Prince School. Paxton and Rutland agreed to the date. Holden and Sterling will discuss at their meetings. John will poll other towns to determine if it would be worthwhile to invite Superintendent Pandiscio.
New Business
Stan and Raymond will attend the Eagle Scout award ceremony on Sunday
Other Business
Edie moved to retire the Full Time Fire Chief Screening committee Stan seconded. All in favor (3-0). John will send a letter of thanks.
Public Comment
None
Executive Session
At 7:11 Edie moved to enter into Executive Session pursuant to MGL Chapter 30, Section 21(3), to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining, and not to reconvene into open session.
All were in favor by roll call. Raymond yes; Edie yes; Stan; yes.
Raymond advised that the board will now enter into executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy with respect to collective bargaining since an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the town.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Brenda Savoie
Administrative Assistant
Referenced Documents:
Presentation by Sam Pitzi
Report of the Fire Chief
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