Board of Selectmen / Finance Committee
May 9, 2013
Community Hall Annex
6:30 pm
Present: Leroy C. Clark, Chairman; Peter J. Letsky, Vice-Chairman; Joseph R. Becker and Sheila H. Dibb
Mr. Kellaher stated that the internal posting for Laborer/Sewer had one response which was Adam Kellaher. Mr. Kellaher noted that he checked with the union, counsel and fair labor board before recommending. He has his licenses and the direct supervision will be assigned to Chris Kolofsky.
Mr. Becker suggested holding the hire until after the budget is set. Ms. Dibb suggested a conditional appointment or an appointment with a future date. Ms. Dibb moved to hire Adam Kellaher contingent on the budget passing. Mr. Letsky seconded. Vote three in favor, one opposed. Motion carried.
CTMS would like some of the old pool block retaining walls. No issue from Board.
Fuel management install on May 14, 2013.
Countryside apartment ready to show/auction.
Mr. Mann wants to approach the town regarding the possibility of local wastewater treatment which was #3 on the site investigation. Mr. Becker suggested inviting Weston & Sampson to join meeting.
Vandalism at RHH guardhouse – being secured.
Mrs. Kane of Christmas Tree Lane allowing access to manhole through her property.
Union would like to begin on May 20th at 4:30 pm with Ms. Dibb & Mrs. Becker.
Transfers
Reserve Fund $2,300 (192-5200-005) – balance 1,456.54; electric bill, water bill & public safety. Handed to Finance Committee.
Interdepartmental Transfer - From 210-5700 Other charges $4,335.73 to 210-5400 Supplies for fuel. Mr. Letsky moved the transfer. Ms. Dibb seconded. Vote unanimous.
Interdepartmental Transfer - $1,000 from 5120 ACO Asst. wages to (292-5200 $600 Purchase Services), (292-5400 $400 Supplies) and (292-5700 Other Charges). Mr. Letsky moved the transfer. Ms. Dibb seconded. Vote unanimous.
Mr. Becker commented on Reserve Fund transfer of $60.83 to Dispatch – will have to be debited in % to other three member towns in next fiscal year.
Ms. Dibb suggested FinCom table vote on Recreation Revolving 53 ½ pending possible progress on restructuring & appointments of committee. FinCom acting on articles – 18, 19, & 20 tabled; 16, 17 & 21 approved.
Joint discussion of money for override. Mr. Becker suggested $420,000. Ms. Dibb suggested adding money for 24/7 ambulance.
Mr. Becker motioned as written for $420,000 override. Mr. Letsky seconded. Extended discussion. Ms. Dibb friendly amendment “and to fund 24/7 ALS paramedic level service in the Town of Rutland”. Vote 3 ayes, 1 nay (Ms. Dibb).
Set continuation of Annual Town Meeting to Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 7 pm to reconvene. Motion to be made at Annual Town Meeting.
Discussion of police coverage of July 4th events.
Money for police wages will change – don’t have it yet.
Ask departments Tuesday for any more projected shortfalls.
ADJOURN:
Mr. Letsky moved to adjourn. Mr. Becker seconded. Vote unanimous. Meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sheila H. Dibb
Selectman
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