Board of Selectmen
June 10, 2013
Community Hall Annex
6:00 pm
Present: Peter J. Letsky, Chairman; Sheila H. Dibb, Vice-Chairman; Leroy C. Clark, Michael S. Pantos, Clerk and Nancy M. Macaruso, Secretary. Joseph R. Becker arrived at 6:20 pm.
Mr. Letsky opened the meeting at 6 pm.
Mr. Clark moved to sign Treasury warrant #25 and payroll. Ms. Dibb seconded. Vote unanimous.
Ms. Dibb moved to accept the minutes from April 29, 2013 as presented. Mr. Pantos seconded. Vote three in favor, Mr. Pantos abstained.
Ms. Dibb moved to accept the executive session minutes from April 29, 2013 as presented. Mr. Becker seconded. Vote four in favor, Mr. Clark abstained.
Ms. Dibb moved to accept the minutes from May 2, 2013 as presented. Mr. Becker seconded. Vote three in favor, Mr. Pantos & Mr. Clark abstained.
Ms. Dibb moved to accept the amended minutes from May 9, 2013 with the amendment noted. Mr. Clark seconded. Vote four in favor, Mr. Pantos abstained.
Ms. Dibb moved to accept the minutes from May 21, 2013 as presented. Mr. Becker seconded. Vote three in favor, Mr. Pantos & Mr. Letsky abstained.
Mr. Pantos moved to accept the minutes from May 28, 2013 as presented. Mr. Clark seconded. Vote four in favor, Ms. Dibb abstained.
DPW:
Countryside Estates needs an HVAC inspection and power needs to be turned on. Ms. Dibb moved to turn on the power. Mr. Pantos seconded. Vote unanimous.
Annual town building key audit will be done within the next two weeks.
Regarding Chapter 90, we received $330,000 per the Superintendent.
Charnock / Intervale bridge is due for replacement in 2016, but is in need of major work presently. Eighteen jersey barriers have been placed there which has narrowed the roadway. Mr. Becker suggested the superintendent contact Senator Brewer and Rep. Ferguson for assistance if necessary.
Dam at Moulton Mill is in serious condition – road may need to be closed or at least closed to truck traffic. Resident Ed Bracebridge questioned ownership of the dam.
Hold Harmless Agreement with Lighthouse Environmental – Wording will be reviewed and if agreed upon, will be signed at the next meeting.
Feasibility Study regarding the shared DPW position between Rutland & Hubbardston – Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 11, 2013 at 10 am. Mr. Letsky is not in favor of this venture. Mr. Becker stated he has many questions and sees no incentive in moving forward. Mr. Clark & Mr. Kellaher will attend the meeting & relay the information.
FIRE:
Chief Weber reviewed and explained the alarm protocol due to a recent call regarding a town business. A call is only canceled when the alarm company calls it in.
Transfers: Mr. Becker moved to transfer $945.33 from 192-5200 to 192-5200-005 for public safety heating oil. Mr. Pantos seconded. Vote unanimous.
Mr. Becker moved to transfer $900 from 192-5200-004 to 192-5200-005 for public safety generator repair. Mr. Pantos seconded. Vote unanimous.
Mr. Becker moved to transfer $2,000 from 001-421-5200 to 001-429-5200 for increased operational costs. Ms. Dibb seconded. Vote unanimous.
Some discussion on the re-allocating of remaining money in certain lines.
Brief discussion on the town siren. Chief Weber contacted retired Chief Ruchala for information. Worad will look into this next week and the Chief will bring a price back for next meeting.
Reverse 911 has been down due to a water leak.
Six-month review of Fire Chief: Chief Weber read through his goals and objectives with explanations. Mr. Becker handed the Chief his copy of goals and objectives and stated that most are on target. The majority of Selectmen agreed that there are areas for improvement and more community presence is needed.
POLICE:
Chief Haapakoski presented the draft contract agreement he received from Town Counsel for the Animal Control Officer, including sketches of the kennel and the list of requirements from the Building Inspector. The Chief is pleased – will add to next agenda.
Car #3 needs a rear end; DPW will repair. Two full-timers are out injured and issues are arising with filling vacancies. Discussion on pulling part-timers to full-time temporarily. Mr. Pantos moved to allow the Chief to staff as needed within the budget constraints effective immediately. Mr. Clark seconded. Vote unanimous.
OPEN SESSION:
Susan Novak, Recreation Committee, recommended Kelly Briggs to the part-time Recreation Director position. More information is needed (hours, salary, etc.) – will add to Thursday’s agenda.
Mr. Pantos presented a ceremonial shovel to Chairman Letsky on behalf of the Bay Path Renovation project.
Ed Bracebridge came before the Board to inquire whether the Town has looked at the possibility of installing solar panels on town buildings. Superintendent Kellaher stated that it has indeed been looked into and we are currently working with Nexamp on net metering. He further stated that he would like to see a by-law change whereas the election would be held after the annual town meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ms. Dibb moved to accept the resignation of Richard Liebman of the Council on Aging with regrets. Mr. Clark seconded. Vote unanimous.
Mr. Becker moved to place one article on the special town meeting warrant for June 27, 2013 at 6 pm. (attached) Ms. Dibb seconded. Vote unanimous.
Mr. Becker moved to sign the STM warrant. Ms. Dibb seconded. Vote unanimous.
Departmental liaisons was discussed. Minor changes as attached. Will send memo to all departments asking for input on their respective liaison satisfaction.
OLD BUSINESS:
Goal for filling Treasurer/Collector position is October. Search committee discussion.
Mr. Pantos is working on the RFP for the IT services. Will add to next agenda.
Ms. Dibb would like to add press release discussion to next agenda.
All Selectmen will participate in July 4th parade – will notify committee.
ADJOURN:
Ms. Dibb moved to adjourn. Mr. Becker seconded. Vote unanimous. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy M. Macaruso, Secretary
Board of Selectmen
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