Present: Edward Melanson, Chairman and Harvey Nasuti, Vice-Chairman, Jack Hathaway, Member
Convened 6:10 p.m. in Room 124, Town Hall
Mr. Melanson called the meeting to order.
Mr. Melanson began with the Open Public Forum portion of the meeting. There was no public attendance at the meeting.
Mr. Nasuti made a motion to approve the Meeting Minutes of June 22, 2005. Mr. Hathaway second. Votes in favor unanimous. So moved.
The Board discussed having Dufresne-Henry go forward to assist Millis in amending their permit. Mr. Hathaway indicated he’ll inform Mr. Vito of the Board’s discussion.
Mr. Melanson discussed a letter forwarded to the Planning Board regarding Maple Valley Estates.
Mr. Hathaway discussed the signs around the center of Town. Mr. Hathaway indicated this is a State Project and the State’s specifications will dictate where the signs are posted. Mr. Hathaway informed the Board once the State is done with the project the Town will then evaluate sign placement.
Mr. Melanson discussed the valuation appraisal for the Well #3 property. Mr. Melanson is requesting an explanation of the appraisal.
Mr. Nasuti updated the Board on 7 reviews conducted on complaints of water bills. Mr. Nasuti indicated a fair resolution was determined on all 7 and Mr. Vito has the back up information.
Mr. Nasuti informed the Board he’s sat in on two interviews with Mr. Vito regarding the water operator position. Mr. Nasuti indicated one of the candidates he’d like to get on board. Mr. Hathaway discussed hiring someone so they could be trained by WhiteWater personnel. Mr. Nasuti informed the Board Mr. Vito will be forwarding his recommendation to the Board. Mr. Hathaway discussed the steps necessary to adjust the budget to hire two in the Water Division. Mr. Melanson requested a copy of the resume’ of the interested candidate. Mr. Nasuti also informed the Board of interviews conducted for a Mechanic position.
Mr. Nasuti suggested new water meter immediately be installed in all seven problem areas presently being evaluated and reviewed.
Mr. Hathaway addressed the Board regarding the possible need for a warrant article to replace all water meters.
Mr. Nasuti discussed the interim positions. Mr. Melanson indicated the Board needs to take as an action item the resolution of the interim positions by the August 17, 2005 meeting.
Mr. Hathaway informed the Board that since he’s been appointed Town Administrator he may have to step down as a Board Member. Mr. Hathaway indicated he cannot be appointed to or be elected to any Town Board and this matter is being reviewed by the MMMA.
Mr. Hathaway discussed the Vehicle Stabilization Fund, the failure of a 2 ½ override and the need to fund 4 DPW vehicles for FY 06. Mr. Hathaway indicated meeting with the Capital Outlay Committee should provide options for the Board to pursue.
Mr. Hathaway made a motion to adjourn the Board of Public Works Meeting in order to attend a working session of the Capital Outlay Committee. Mr. Nasuti second. Votes in favor unanimous. So moved.
Meeting Adjourned at 6:58 p.m.
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