July 6, 2020

“Mr. MacAskill moved that they fill this position as soon as possible. Mr. Ballantine said that he takes Mr. MacAskill's point, and they also have a motion. Seconded by Mr. Howell. Mr. Howell also pointed out, that would be precisely the mechanism that they should use. Make a motion, they vote for it, and it is not just a question or a sense that it is important. He said it was a shame on them, that they didn't take the position that this was exempt; and they did vote to create a hiring freeze. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: MacAskill, second: Howell)

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“Mr. Howell moved that they recruit for the part time position. Seconded by Mr. MacAskill. Mr. Ballantine said that this makes him nervous considering Ms. Eldredge's report of not being able to keep someone in that position part-time. He asked if it is there intent to allow them to get started while they consider the full- time position. Ms. Eldredge questioned the outcome of hiring a part-time position, if that person is not able to transition into full-time. Mr. Powers responded that there is a way to include that as a potential to turn to full-time in the advertisement for the job. Mr. Howell said this at least allows her to get started without waiting for more discussion. Mr. MacAskill also added that to add a full-time position needs to go to Town Meeting, which would hold it up for another three months from now, assuming they can have the Town Meeting then. Mr. Ford agrees with Mr. Powers's suggestion of indicating that this may become a full-time position in the job posting. All in favor, motion carried by unanimous vote.” (Motion: Howell, second: MacAskill)

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