2/22/2016 BOARD OF SELECTMEN Minutes

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10 Board of Selectmen Minutes February 22, 2016 Review and annroval of Town Mana zer's FY17 Budget recommendations: Rodney Collins, the Town Manager reviewed his operating budget recommendation for fiscal year 2017. The $54,732,567 budget is reflective of a modest increase of 1.7% over last year. Dawn Thayer, the Finance Director was in attendance for discussion purposes. Mr. Collins complimented his Financial Team consisting of the Finance Director, the Director of Assessing and Treasurer/Tax Collector for their collaboration and support in developing an operational budget framework. Mr. Collins reported there are no significant staff increases. To offset the creation of a Department of Natural Resources and Director of DNR, the staffing level is reduced by two full-time positions, one at the Police Department, the other at the Fire Department. It was explained that some of the increased items in the new budget contain funding for overtime necessary to prevent unfunded liability. The departments with an overtime account include the Police, Fire and Health Departments. Additional budget growth modestly adds funding for professional development to ensure staff members continue to sharpen their knowledge. Other increases will support contractually driven wages, merit steps and cola. And lastly, as a compromise with the Library and its Board of Trustee's, the budget has been amended by an additional $24,000. Reductions have been made to move forward with this endeavor. In cooperation, the Board of Trustees have agreed to withdraw their petition article from the May warrant. LIAISON REPORTS Joint Base Cane Cod Committee — It was reported the military base (JBCC) is now moving forward with plans to conduct a feasibility study for a regional wastewater treatment facility at Joint Base Cape Cod. In the process, each representing military unit is required to sign -off on ownership. The Base is expected to improve the existing system at their cost, and seek an independent agent to operate the system. In the regional process, neighboring towns will be invited to tie-in to the system. It was noted this action is a component of the Town of Mashpee's Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plan. Snecial Events — A Mashpee student is expected to receive his Eagle Scout merit of honor, and other Boy Scouts are in the process of nomination. It was agreed a Selectmen member would attend the ceremony and present the award for this achievement. Waterways — Maintenance dredging is planned to move forward in Popponesset Bay in early March to allow for cleared boating access in the upcoming season. Human Services — The annual Human Services "Thanks for Giving" awards will be held in March. The event should be advertised soon.