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August 21, 2018
16 recorded votes, 2 with disagreement.
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Present: Sue Lisio, Cindy King, Wayne Miller
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Sign letter for the Baker Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 21, 2018 | Bond to release funds for the Town Common sidewalk replacement
WM moved to sign letter for the Baker Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 21, 2018 | Bond to release funds for the Town Common sidewalk replacement. CK seconded. SL & WM (YES) and CK (NO).
Yes: Lisio, MillerNo: King
From the minutes
“WM moved to sign letter for the Baker Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for August 21, 2018 | Bond to release funds for the Town Common sidewalk replacement. CK seconded. SL & WM (YES) and CK (NO)..” (Motion: Miller, second: King)
Identify the Townsend American Flag Committee as having 5 members with 3 year terms consistent with the fiscal year and to adopt the mission statement as the goal of the Town of Townsend American...
CK moved to identify the Townsend American Flag Committee as having 5 members with 3 year terms consistent with the fiscal year and to adopt the mission statement as the goal of the Town of Townsend American Flag Committee for the display of flags is to ensure proper flag etiquette in the Town Center while promoting patriotism in the community, the display of flags shall support the objectives of the Town and present the Town in a positive and professional manner. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to identify the Townsend American Flag Committee as having 5 members with 3 year terms consistent with the fiscal year and to adopt the mission statement as the goal of the Town of Townsend American Flag Committee for the display of flags is to ensure proper flag etiquette in the Town Center while promoting patriotism in the community, the display of flags shall support the objectives of the Town and present the Town in a positive and professional manner. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Appoint Robert Thompson to the Townsend Historic District Commission effective August 21, 2018 to June 30, 2021 and moved to appoint Susan Gerken to the Townsend Historic District Commission...
CK moved to appoint Robert Thompson to the Townsend Historic District Commission effective August 21, 2018 to June 30, 2021 and moved to appoint Susan Gerken to the Townsend Historic District Commission effective August 21, 2018 to June 30, 2021. WM seconded. Unanimous vote
From the minutes
“CK moved to appoint Robert Thompson to the Townsend Historic District Commission effective August 21, 2018 to June 30, 2021 and moved to appoint Susan Gerken to the Townsend Historic District Commission effective August 21, 2018 to June 30, 2021. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Appoint Michele Grenier as Land Use Coordinator effective August 21, 2018 contingent upon the passing of a CORI and medical exam with a one-year probationary period
CK moved to appoint Michele Grenier as Land Use Coordinator effective August 21, 2018 contingent upon the passing of a CORI and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Inquiry regarding the interview/meeting process ensued. Ms. Shifrin spoke in favor of the appointment. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to appoint Michele Grenier as Land Use Coordinator effective August 21, 2018 contingent upon the passing of a CORI and medical exam with a one-year probationary period. WM seconded. Inquiry regarding the interview/meeting process ensued. Ms. Shifrin spoke in favor of the appointment. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Declare the position of part time Office Assistant vacant
CK moved to declare the position of part time Office Assistant vacant. WM seconded. Lance Lewand, Chairman of the Water Commissioners informed the Board the position was 19 hours per week. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to declare the position of part time Office Assistant vacant. WM seconded. Lance Lewand, Chairman of the Water Commissioners informed the Board the position was 19 hours per week. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Approve and sign the road opening permits for 460 Main Street and 33 New Fitchburg Road
CK moved to approve and sign the road opening permits for 460 Main Street and 33 New Fitchburg Road. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to approve and sign the road opening permits for 460 Main Street and 33 New Fitchburg Road. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
4.3 CK read the
Approve and sign the proclamation
CK moved to approve and sign the proclamation. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to approve and sign the proclamation. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
CK moved to approve and sign the proclamation. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to approve and sign the proclamation. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Declare surplus the property as attached and to transfer to the care and custody of the IT Department
CK moved to declare surplus the property as attached and to transfer to the care and custody of the IT Department. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to declare surplus the property as attached and to transfer to the care and custody of the IT Department. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Approve Change Order #6 in the amount of $6,814.28 for the West Townsend Fire Station contingent upon the approval of the Town Accountant
CK moved to approve Change Order #6 in the amount of $6,814.28 for the West Townsend Fire Station contingent upon the approval of the Town Accountant. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to approve Change Order #6 in the amount of $6,814.28 for the West Townsend Fire Station contingent upon the approval of the Town Accountant. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Authorize the Town Administrator to initiate the recruitment for Interim Collector/Treasurer services
CK moved to authorize the Town Administrator to initiate the recruitment for Interim Collector/Treasurer services. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to authorize the Town Administrator to initiate the recruitment for Interim Collector/Treasurer services. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
6.1 Town Administrator updates and reports:
Put out a call for volunteers to be part of the nonprofit PEG Access Corp
CK moved to put out a call for volunteers to be part of the nonprofit PEG Access Corp. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to put out a call for volunteers to be part of the nonprofit PEG Access Corp. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
Affirm and/or appoint Marcie Furlong as the Records Clerk for the Townsend Police Department
CK moved to affirm and/or appoint Marcie Furlong as the Records Clerk for the Townsend Police Department. WM seconded. WM clarified to affirm or appoint based on the legal opinion. CK & WM (YES) SL (NO)
Yes: King, MillerNo: Lisio
From the minutes
“CK moved to affirm and/or appoint Marcie Furlong as the Records Clerk for the Townsend Police Department. WM seconded. WM clarified to affirm or appoint based on the legal opinion. CK & WM (YES) SL (NO).” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
6.1.4 Volunteer Fair - November
Close Town Hall's evening hours on November 13, 2018
CK moved to close Town Hall's evening hours on November 13, 2018. WM seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to close Town Hall's evening hours on November 13, 2018. WM seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Miller)
6.4 CK moved to approve the meeting minutes for July
Approve the bill payable warrant and sign out of session
CK moved to approve the bill payable warrant and sign out of session. SL seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“CK moved to approve the bill payable warrant and sign out of session. SL seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: King, second: Lisio)
Enter into Executive Session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or...
CK moved to enter into Executive Session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. RE: Police Lieutenant, Contact review of Town Administrator, SRO Officer MOU, Paramedic MOU, Interim Police Chief and Building Commissioner MOU and pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position or litigating position and the chair so declares. RE: Fire Union, Supervisory Union, Clerical Union and Highway-Water Union and pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position or litigating position and the chair so declares. Normington, Clark, Eaton and to adjourn from Executive Session. The Chair declared an open meeting would have a detrimental effect. SL seconded. Roll call vote taken SL (YES), WM (YES) and CK (YES).
From the minutes
“CK moved to enter into Executive Session pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(2) to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with nonunion personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel. RE: Police Lieutenant, Contact review of Town Administrator, SRO Officer MOU, Paramedic MOU, Interim Police Chief and Building Commissioner MOU and pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position or litigating position and the chair so declares. RE: Fire Union, Supervisory Union, Clerical Union and Highway-Water Union and pursuant to GL c. 30A, s. 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position or litigating position and the chair so declares. Normington, Clark, Eaton and to adjourn from Executive Session. The Chair declared an open meeting would have a detrimental effect. SL seconded. Roll call vote taken SL (YES), WM (YES) and CK (YES)..” (Motion: King, second: Lisio)
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