June 2, 2008
Present was Ramesh H. Advani, James C. Lehan, Robert J. Garrity, and Jack Hathaway, Town Administrator.
Ramesh Advani opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. Jack Hathaway read the agenda contents.
POLE HEARING
Paul Schneider, Verizon was present.
Ramesh opened the hearing at 7:30 p.m. This is a joint pole relocation request from Verizon New England and Boston Edison Company for Park Street: On the easterly sideline, approximately 15 feet north of existing Pole No. 19, place new Pole No. 19. 1 JO pole to be relocated.
Paul Schneider said the pole relocation would be on Park Street for Avoca Village. The pole is in the middle of the street, and the work is in the July schedule.
Jim Lehan moved to approve this pole relocation. Rob Garrity seconded, and it was so voted.
SIGNATURE OF BANS
Cheryl Kelley, Treasurer Collector, and Gail Bernardo, Town Clerk was present. Cheryl presented the Board with a Bond Anticipation Note in the amount of $1,372,375. The successful bidder was Eastern Bank with a rate of 2.25%. The Board signed the Bond Note.
GOALS
Jack read the goals. The Board reviewed a list of the goals and will consider them and get back with their ideas. They looked at both lists, and considered maybe having formal goals and action steps. The Board will try to revisit this on June 30th.
LIAISONS
The Board approved the following liaisons for 2008-2009:
Ramesh Advani
Advisory Board
Capital Outlay
Community Preservation Committee
Economic Development Committee
King Philip School - Ramesh - primary; Jim - backup
Southwood Development
Jim Lehan
Affordable Housing Committee
Historical Commission
Insurance Advisory Committee
King Philip School - Ramesh - primary; Jim - backup
Library
Norfolk Schools
Public Safety
Re-Engineering Committee
Rob Garrity
Cable
Conservation Commission
Council on Aging
Dept. of Public Works
Board of Health
Personnel Board
Planning Board
Recreation
Tri-County School
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Bylaw Study Committee
Jack Hathaway
Metropolitan Area Planning Council
MBTA
APPOINTMENTS
The Board reviewed the list of committee members up for reappointment and discussed vacancies, etc. The Board will interview interested candidates for open positions on the 30th.
NEW BUSINESS
Jack told the Board that Robbie Alford is leaving. We will need a Chief Assessor as well as a Town Accountant and/or Finance Director.
Jack said he has talked with new School Committee members re consolidating some of the school business personnel. Jack said both offices do payroll, bills, and human resources. Both municipal and school has staff doing both. Maybe see some efficiencies. A good candidate for Town Accountant could replace the school business manager. Jim said there are some vacancies that provide us opportunities and fresh ideas. It's a good idea. Ramesh said we shouldn't let it drag out or it'll become ineffective.
Jack hired a contractor, District Tech of Norfolk, to fulfill the IT role for a year. We will save significant costs. They previously worked mainly with the schools. This is their first venture with municipalities.
Jack announced that it is Buckle Up Week and asked the Board to read a proclamation for the Police Department. Rob Garrity so moved the reading of the Proclamation. Jim Lehan seconded, and it was so voted.
Jim said he would like John Weddleton as a member for the Affordable Housing Trust. There is some sense of urgency and he would like to have this member to help. He brings a wealth of knowledge that the Board lacks. There is no conflict and he has the time to help.
Jim Lehan moved to appoint John Weddleton to Ramesh's term expiring at the end of June, 2008. Rob Garrity seconded, and it was so voted.
Jack gave an update. He said the next date is July 30 with Call & Wait. Bob Bullock emailed an update. It is worrisome to Jim because he's not moving material.
At 9:35 p.m., Rob Garrity moved to adjourn the meeting. Jim Lehan seconded, and it was so voted.
This is a true and accurate report of the Selectmen's Meeting of June 2, 2008.
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James C. Lehan, Clerk
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