3/19/1997 HISTORICAL COMMISSION Minutes

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i MASHPFE HISTORICAL COiI S SI old REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 1997 9:30 A. M. I MEMBERS ROSEMARY BURN PRESENT: JOSEPH CONNOLLY FRANK HICK GORDON PETERS ANN WHITLOW II MINUTES of PREVIOUS MEETING; The minutes of the January 8, 1997 meeting were accepted as presented. III REPORTS: A. Computer update: Ann Whitlow reported that they had reported an esti- mated amount of $3,000 in their budget for the purchase of a new computer. They had received three quotes, as-was required by the Town of Mashpee: Computers without Fear Superior Office Products Mr. Marinelli Ann has been working with Steven Buss, the Town Network Coordinator, who has been able to come up with the best deal relative to the purcba a of a computer. . Axon distributed to the meeting copies 'of the price quote o $2,962 through Steven buss. It explained the package they would be receiving with the computer. A Laser Printer was included in this package. (black and white) Ann explained that this had a 15" monitor. For another $100.00, they could have a 17" monitor, Put -to a vote, the members agreed to change the 1.5" monitor to a 17" monitor. Gordon Peters moved that the- H. C. purchase the computer as it has been presented to us. Frank seconded the motion. All in favor. So moved. B. budget Update: Ann Whitlow explained the H. C. had asked for a mise from $4,-400 to $6,000. They applied for the $6,000 budget amount, and it was returned denied. The H. C. felt with the purchase of the computer, and the additional expenses related to the computer, etc. , they would need a larger budget amount. The Town Fathers wanted to remain level funded. Rosemary Burgas stated it was disappointing that recognition was not given to the importance of what the H. C. was doing for the town. Recognition is shown in funds granted. When we make a legitimate, reasonable request, we expect it to be honored to show respect to what we are doing. Discussion f ollored.