Selectmen Meeting Minutes — October 7,
2008—3:30
p.m. — Memorial Hall
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by Chairman,
Robert Manners. Other members present: John Payne and Joe Judd.
OLD BUSINESS:
Part-time Clerical Positions (Joe Palmeri, Zoning
Board Chairman and Chuck Washer, Planning Board Chairman) - Bob
gave an overview of the interviews that were conducted on 9/24/08 and
brought forth the recommendations of the screening committee. Discussion
then led to how the positions should be structured and how to coordinate
meeting schedules. Everyone agreed that it made sense to hire two individuals
for the three part-time positions. Following this discussion, John brought
forth a motion to invite the top three candidates back for a second round
of interviews with the intention of hiring two. The motion was seconded
by Joe and passed unanimously.
Town Boards Meeting Schedule & Coordination
of Meeting Space - while Joe Palmeri and Chuck Washer were still
present, the Board briefly discussed the occasional Thursday night conflict
when four of the town boards are all scheduled to meet the same night
in Memorial Hall. Chuck Washer reported that the Planning Board has temporarily
moved their meetings to the third Monday of each month but intends to
revert back to Thursday evenings in December if member schedules allow.
In the meantime, the Board of Health intends on moving their meeting
location to the Shelburne Fire Department; and the Zoning Board and the
Board of Selectmen will discuss the possibility of rearranging their
meeting schedules if it becomes necessary.
Academy at Charlemont RE: Stenciling
Storm Drains - a seventh grade science class has received approval
from the Board of Selectmen to label the town's storm drains as part
of a class project entitled "Climate
Connections". The purpose of the project is to raise public awareness
relative to river pollution and run-off. A storm drain stencil was selected
by the Board of Selectmen. The Highway Superintendent has requested that
the logo be placed on the road-side of the drain using white paint. The
Academy will supervise the project and cover all associated costs of
the project.
Scott Sawyer RE: Request for Contract - John met with Scott
this week to discuss a variety of topics relative to the financial operations
of the town. John shared those discussions with the Board. Following
that conversation, John gave an overview of Scott's "Understanding
of Services" agreement. The consensus of the Board was that they
could not support Scott's request for a monetary increase mid-year; however
they would be happy to entertain discussion with Scott during budget
preparation next year. In the meantime, the Board will continue to review
the proposed contractual agreement and John will continue to work with
the Treasurer and the Fiscal Officer with the hopes of resolving some
of their concerns.
Arms Library Roof - Joe reported that he has been in
contact with Paul Holtz of Mass Historic regarding emergency funding
for the repair of the Arms Library roof. If awarded funds, the town would
have up to three years to provide matching funds. Joe also spoke with
three Mass Historic approved contractors about the possibility of emergency
repair and Titan Roofing has agreed to come out and examine the roof
on Thursday for a flat fee of $500 if the Board approves of the expenditure.
Titan Roofing would provide the Town with an estimate for emergency repair.
A motion was made by John to authorize Titan Roofing to examine the roof
and provide an estimate for an emergency repair. The motion was seconded
by Joe. Motion passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
Right Coast Locations RE: Army Commercial - Karen Stark of Right Coast
Locations is requesting permission on behalf of Smuggler Films to shoot
a segment for an Army Commercial on Bridge Street between October 21st
and October 22, 2008. The commercial will feature an Army MP Officer,
Shannon Hosmer who grew up in Colrain. Ms. Stark will provide more
details as they become known and will coordinate traffic control and
police details with Chief Walker. A motion was made by Joe and seconded
by John to approve the request as presented. Motion passed unanimously.
Adjournment: a motion was made by Joe to adjourn the meeting at 5:12
p.m. Motion seconded by John. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Terry Mosher
Executive Secretary |
