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June 25, 2021
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Joseph Z. Shank, Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Veronica Kell
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
5.1.1 Public Water Supply & PFAS Public Forum Forum at
Once the funding stream is determined, TCAM goes forward with ordering the rental of the sound system for the Great Hall. (Joe)second
Motion: (Chaz)Move that once the funding stream is determined, TCAM goes forward with ordering the rental of the sound system for the Great Hall. (Joe)second. OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN Veronica Kell, Chairman Joseph Shank, Vice Chairman Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Clerk Later in the meeting, Chaz reported that he heard from a water commissioner, and there are funds in the water dept budget for the sound system, so the BOWC will vote on that at their next meeting. But the BOS can have TCAM go ahead with the rental of the system. Vote: All in favor (unanimous).
From the minutes
“Motion: (Chaz)Move that once the funding stream is determined, TCAM goes forward with ordering the rental of the sound system for the Great Hall. (Joe)second. OFFICE OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN Veronica Kell, Chairman Joseph Shank, Vice Chairman Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Clerk Later in the meeting, Chaz reported that he heard from a water commissioner, and there are funds in the water dept budget for the sound system, so the BOWC will vote on that at their next meeting. But the BOS can have TCAM go ahead with the rental of the system. Vote: All in favor (unanimous)..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Accept the AFSCME Clerical union pay rates for FY22 presented to the union on June 24, 2021, with the exception of one individual. (Joe) second
Motion: (Chaz) Move to accept the AFSCME Clerical union pay rates for FY22 presented to the union on June 24, 2021, with the exception of one individual. (Joe) second. Vote: All in favor (unanimous)
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“Motion: (Chaz) Move to accept the AFSCME Clerical union pay rates for FY22 presented to the union on June 24, 2021, with the exception of one individual. (Joe) second. Vote: All in favor (unanimous).” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
The invoice for the May 2020 NFP contract be paid. (Joe) second
Motion: (Chaz) Move that the invoice for the May 2020 NFP contract be paid. (Joe) second. Vote: All in favor (unanimous)
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“Motion: (Chaz) Move that the invoice for the May 2020 NFP contract be paid. (Joe) second. Vote: All in favor (unanimous).” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
The chair send a letter to NFP for the 2021-2022 contract. (Joe) second
Motion: (Chaz) Move that the chair send a letter to NFP for the 2021-2022 contract. (Joe) second. Veronica noted that the May 2021 contract for F Y22 has not previously come before the board for consideration; letter to vendor explaining that when an interim TA is on-board the Town's health insurance needs will be examined. Vote: All in favor (unanimous).
From the minutes
“Motion: (Chaz) Move that the chair send a letter to NFP for the 2021-2022 contract. (Joe) second. Veronica noted that the May 2021 contract for F Y22 has not previously come before the board for consideration; letter to vendor explaining that when an interim TA is on-board the Town's health insurance needs will be examined. Vote: All in favor (unanimous)..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
The band committee will forward $1300 for the town band to play at the Wall that Heals and that the BOS will provide for reimbursement the funds to the band committee at Special Town Meeting once...
Motion: (Chaz) Move that the band committee will forward $1300 for the town band to play at the Wall that Heals and that the BOS will provide for reimbursement the funds to the band committee at Special Town Meeting once free cash is certified. (Joe) second Vote: All in favor (unanimous)
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“Motion: (Chaz) Move that the band committee will forward $1300 for the town band to play at the Wall that Heals and that the BOS will provide for reimbursement the funds to the band committee at Special Town Meeting once free cash is certified. (Joe) second Vote: All in favor (unanimous).” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
Have TPX give Guardian a separate account so that Guardian does not have to login to the phone system under an employee's account). (Chaz) second
Motion: (Joe) Move to have TPX give Guardian a separate account so that Guardian does not have to login to the phone system under an employee's account). (Chaz) second. Vote: All in favor (unanimous)
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“Motion: (Joe) Move to have TPX give Guardian a separate account so that Guardian does not have to login to the phone system under an employee's account). (Chaz) second. Vote: All in favor (unanimous).” (Motion: Shank, second: Sexton-Diranian)
5.4 Next meetings - June
Adjourn
Motion: (Chaz) Move to adjourn at 1:14 pm. (Joe) second. Vote: Allin favor (unanimous)
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“Motion: (Chaz) Move to adjourn at 1:14 pm. (Joe) second. Vote: Allin favor (unanimous).” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Shank)
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