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January 25, 2021
20 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Attendance
Present: James McCaffrey, Peter Jurmain, Erin Underhill
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Enter executive session to consider the purchase or value of real estate for the 61A parcel on Village Street as well as to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with union...
To enter executive session to consider the purchase or value of real estate for the 61A parcel on Village Street as well as to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with union personnel for the SEIU
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey made a motion to enter executive session to consider the purchase or value of real estate for the 61A parcel on Village Street as well as to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with union personnel for the SEIU. The motion was seconded by Sel. Jurmain. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Jurmain)
21-016 Discuss/Approve Clothing Donation Bins for MERIT Fundraiser
Approve to allow the placement of a collection bin down by the transfer station at the direction of the director of the DPW, and placement of one at the schools by the direction of the school
To approve to allow the placement of a collection bin down by the transfer station at the direction of the director of the DPW, and placement of one at the schools by the direction of the school
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain made a motion to approve to allow the placement of a collection bin down by the transfer station at the direction of the director of the DPW, and placement of one at the schools by the direction of the school. Sel. Underhill seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
21-015 Appointment of Police Officer
Approve the appointment of Kelly O'Dowd as a full-time reserve police officer, subject to completion of a physical, drug screen, and mental evaluation
To approve the appointment of Kelly O'Dowd as a full-time reserve police officer, subject to completion of a physical, drug screen, and mental evaluation
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill made a motion to approve the appointment of Kelly O'Dowd as a full-time reserve police officer, subject to completion of a physical, drug screen, and mental evaluation. Sel. Jurmain seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Jurmain)
21-017 Hearing: Tangerini's All Alcohol License
Open the hearing
To open the hearing
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey made a motion to open the hearing. This motion seconded by Sel. Jurmain. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Jurmain)
Adjourn the hearing
To adjourn the hearing
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey motion to adjourn the hearing, seconded by Sel. Underhill. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Underhill)
Grant Tangerini's Spring Street Farm, Inc. DBA Tangerini's Spring Street Farm an All-Alcohol liquor license and for the hours of operation to be 9am through 10pm
To grant Tangerini's Spring Street Farm, Inc. DBA Tangerini's Spring Street Farm an All-Alcohol liquor license and for the hours of operation to be 9am through 10pm
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain made a motion to grant Tangerini's Spring Street Farm, Inc. DBA Tangerini's Spring Street Farm an All-Alcohol liquor license and for the hours of operation to be 9am through 10pm. The motion was seconded by Sel. Underhill. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
21-018 Review/Approve Response Letter to DHCD – Gateway LIP 232-248 Main Street
Accept the revised letter to the DHCD as presented and for the Board Chair to sign on the Board's behalf
To accept the revised letter to the DHCD as presented and for the Board Chair to sign on the Board's behalf
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill made a motion to accept the revised letter to the DHCD as presented and for the Board Chair to sign on the Board's behalf. Sel. Jurmain seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously.” (Motion: Underhill, second: Jurmain)
21-019 Review and Approval of Tree Removal Contract
Approve the contract for tree removal with Pathfinder Tree Service, LLC as presented in the proposal dated January 21, 2021, for a not to exceed amount of $40,000
To approve the contract for tree removal with Pathfinder Tree Service, LLC as presented in the proposal dated January 21, 2021, for a not to exceed amount of $40,000
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain made a motion to approve the contract for tree removal with Pathfinder Tree Service, LLC as presented in the proposal dated January 21, 2021, for a not to exceed amount of $40,000. The motion was seconded by Sel. Underhill. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
21-020 Review and Approval of DPW Vehicle Contracts
Approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevy Silverado SD 108SD 4x4 Dump Truck with plow and sander in the amount of $108,585.50 and for funding to be allocated as follows: 25% from the general fund, 25%...
To approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevy Silverado SD 108SD 4x4 Dump Truck with plow and sander in the amount of $108,585.50 and for funding to be allocated as follows: 25% from the general fund, 25% water, 25% sewer and 25% stormwater
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey Made a motion to approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevy Silverado SD 108SD 4x4 Dump Truck with plow and sander in the amount of $108,585.50 and for funding to be allocated as follows: 25% from the general fund, 25% water, 25% sewer and 25% stormwater. The Motion was seconded by Sel. Underhill. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Underhill)
Approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4 pick-up with plow in an amount of $44,022.11 and for funding to be allocated as follows: 50% water and 50% sewer
To approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4 pick-up with plow in an amount of $44,022.11 and for funding to be allocated as follows: 50% water and 50% sewer
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey made a motion to approve the purchase of a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4 pick-up with plow in an amount of $44,022.11 and for funding to be allocated as follows: 50% water and 50% sewer. The motion was seconded by Sel. Jurmain. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Jurmain)
21-021 Review and Approve GCG Associates Contract for I/I Investigations
Authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with GCG Associates for a not to exceed amount of $87,980.00
To authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with GCG Associates for a not to exceed amount of $87,980.00
From the minutes
“Sel. Made a motion to authorize the Town Administrator to sign the contract with GCG Associates for a not to exceed amount of $87,980.00. The motion was seconded by Sel. Jurmain. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (second: Jurmain)
Authorize the DPW Director to spend up to $17,525.00 for Police and Fire Details associated with the II project
To authorize the DPW Director to spend up to $17,525.00 for Police and Fire Details associated with the II project
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey made a motion to authorize the DPW Director to spend up to $17,525.00 for Police and Fire Details associated with the II project. Sel. Jurmain seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Jurmain)
21-023 Review and Approve PFAS Litigation
Approve the agreement with special counsel regarding service related to PFAS consolidated legislation and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf
To approve the agreement with special counsel regarding service related to PFAS consolidated legislation and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill made a motion to approve the agreement with special counsel regarding service related to PFAS consolidated legislation and to authorize the Town Administrator to sign on the Town's behalf. The motion was seconded by Sel. Jurmain. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Jurmain)
21-024 Review and Approve Town social media Policy
Approve the social media policy as presented and to enact it as such
To approve the social media policy as presented and to enact it as such
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain Made a motion to approve the social media policy as presented and to enact it as such. The motion was seconded by Sel. Underhill. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
21-026 Ratification of SEIU MOA
Ratify the memorandum of agreement with the SEIU previously approved in executive session at the Board's January 11th meeting
To ratify the memorandum of agreement with the SEIU previously approved in executive session at the Board's January 11th meeting
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill made a motion to ratify the memorandum of agreement with the SEIU previously approved in executive session at the Board's January 11th meeting. The motion was seconded by Sel. Jurmain. Sel. McCaffrey polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Underhill, second: Jurmain)
21-027 Ratification of Library Director's Contract
Ratify the approval of the Library Director's employment agreement with the Town for the period of January 29, 2021, to January 28, 2024
To ratify the approval of the Library Director's employment agreement with the Town for the period of January 29, 2021, to January 28, 2024
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain made a motion to ratify the approval of the Library Director's employment agreement with the Town for the period of January 29, 2021, to January 28, 2024. Sel. Underhill seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
21-028 Review and Approve Stormwater Commitment
Approve the stormwater commitment dated 1/11/21 in the amount of $3,333.00 for Jameson Drive
To approve the stormwater commitment dated 1/11/21 in the amount of $3,333.00 for Jameson Drive
James McCaffrey recused himself. The minutes say "Sel. Jurmain and Sel. Underhill voted in favor."
From the minutes
“Sel. Underhill made a motion to approve the stormwater commitment dated 1/11/21 in the amount of $3,333.00 for Jameson Drive. Sel. Jurmain seconded the motion. Sel. McCaffrey recused himself. Sel. Jurmain and Sel. Underhill voted in favor.” (Motion: Underhill, second: Jurmain)
21-029 Review and Approve Water/Sewer Commitment
Approve the stormwater commitment dated 10/2020 in the amount of $4,990.94
To approve the stormwater commitment dated 10/2020 in the amount of $4,990.94
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain made a motion to approve the stormwater commitment dated 10/2020 in the amount of $4,990.94. Sel. Underhill seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
21-030 Review and Approve Select Board Meeting Minutes
Approve the minutes of January 11th as written
To approve the minutes of January 11th as written
From the minutes
“Sel. Jurmain made a motion to approve the minutes of January 11th as written. Sel. Underhill seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: Jurmain, second: Underhill)
Enter Executive Session at 8:50pm to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with union personnel
To enter Executive Session at 8:50pm to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with union personnel
From the minutes
“Sel. McCaffrey motion to enter Executive Session at 8:50pm to conduct a strategy session in preparation for negotiations with union personnel. Sel. Jurmain seconded this motion. Sel. McCaffery polled the Board and the motion passed unanimously..” (Motion: McCaffrey, second: Jurmain)
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