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r <br /> rti <br /> position could eventually be eliminated through attrition. He proposed the Finance } <br /> Committee manage the finances while the Chief manages operations. <br /> ■ Chief Collins acknowledged contract issues do exist. Ms. Mason stated simply removing <br /> funding for certain positions does not work, and suggested allowing the Chief additional <br /> time to address concerns and manage a contract negotiation to see what he can accomplish. <br /> ■ Mr. Hutchinson asked when the last time the lieutenants went on patrol at night. Chief <br /> Collins noted this practice has been discouraged due to high overtime costs, an issue which <br /> can be resolved. <br /> ■ Mr. Patrick reviewed the recent changes in Bourne"saI artment of Natural Resources and <br /> asked the Chief if he thought his department could handle a similar move in Mashpee. <br /> Chief Collins indicated his willingness to discuss the issue with the 'Town Manager. <br /> General Bullet Issues <br /> ■ Ms. Mason presented the draft warrant, as not yet reviewed by selectmen. She noted all <br /> money articles were in place. <br /> ■ Ifs. Mason indicated the warrant&budget will be finalized by March 28. Mr. Hutchinson <br /> discussed letter points and language in the warrant. <br /> * Mr. Gasior presented a rough layout of the spreadsheet within the Finance Committee's <br /> report to voters,noting he would like to see pension & insurance costs listed in report. <br /> ■ Ms. Mason stated the Finance Committee recommendations are due March 20. <br /> ■ Committee outlined additional meetings schedule as follows: <br /> March l 6pm Finance Committee <br /> March 13 Meeting with Selectmen to finalize budget <br /> ■ Ms. Mason stated the CIP process is moving forward with only essential items, including <br /> the cruiser replacement program, and a DPW lease payment. Committee will thea proceed <br /> with funding for Coombs' school bathroom renovations if funds remain available. <br /> ■ Mr. Hutchinson asked whether there will be additional school department budget meetings; <br /> IVIS. Jason indicated a meeting is scheduled for this Friday. <br /> ■ Ms. Mason pointed out two changes in the budget. These include money added back to <br /> Police department budget by request, and a reduced stipend for the Herring Warden. She <br /> observed the latter may become a union issue. <br /> ■ Ms. Bressi requested salary and overtime schedules from Police Department. Chief Collins <br /> noted the difference between taxpayer-supported overtime vs. private duty overtime. Mr. <br /> Hutchihson asked about the possibility of limiting overtime. Chief Collins noted <br /> contractual provisions are in dace that addresses the issue. s <br /> Open Meetin2 Guidelines <br /> ■ <br /> Committee discussed the fact that any email traffic among Committee is subject to Open <br /> Meeting Daws. <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br /> Meeting was adjourned at 8;29 pm. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Kristine I .Esdale <br /> Board Secretary <br />