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9 <br /> <br />Board of Selectmen <br />Minutes <br />May 27, 2015 <br /> <br />Rodney Collins: (continued) <br />When asked of community involvement, Chief Collins indicated he anticipates being <br />very involved. As a resident of Mashpee, he interacts with the community quite <br />frequently, and does not turn people down with a question. Mr. Collins indicated that he <br />enjoys living, working, playing and shopping in Mashpee. Mr. Collins was asked how he <br />would go from being the peer of department heads to being their boss. Mr. Collins <br />replied that he would build respect, expand knowledge of precise details, and hold regular <br />department head meetings. <br />Regarding communication with the board of selectmen would depend upon varied <br />circumstances. It is expected the board of selectmen would draft perimeters of preference <br />regarding notification. <br />As Chief of Police, Rodney Collins has attended many community events and holds an <br />outstanding reputation in the Town of Mashpee. Mr. Collins was asked as to how he <br />would change this perception to discuss matters other than the police department. Mr. <br />Collins made note of his willingness and his work ethic, to research, and meet with key <br />players to review viable options and matters related to town government. With the role <br />of town manager, he would facilitate ideas and make recommendations. Mr. Collins <br />indicated that it is critical to stay on top, to keep board of selectmen informed on the <br />pulse of the community. <br />Discussion followed with respect to the opiate problem. Mr. Collins stated that he has <br />been active, meeting with the DA, the Sheriff and others to make progress. Chief Collins <br />added the implementation of narcan has given the town the ability to save lives. <br />With regards to financial management, Mr. Collins indicated the bottom line derives from <br />the board of selectmen, the elected representatives of the people of the Town of Mashpee. <br />As town manager, Mr. Collins stated that it is his intention to maintain open and direct <br />communication with the finance committee and to meet regularly with the department <br />heads to review what the town is able to afford, and try to make it work. Mr. Collins <br />added that maintaining an open line of communication to keep the board of selectmen <br />informed of budget issues is essential as is garnering legislative officials for support. <br />In review of service delivery and reorganization, Mr. Collins stated that it is important to <br />maintain a smooth flow chart. It was noted the Harbormaster and Shellfish Departments, <br />and Animal Control Officer was recently and successfully transferred to the Police <br />Department for efficiency. <br />