3/20/2008 FINANCE COMMITTEE Minutes

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on whether each budget could be afforded, and noted that she followed the budgeting process"to a T". Chairman Johnson agreed with Selectman Cook's comments, and Bob Hutchinson felt it was time to put this matter to rest. Ann Bradshaw suggested the use of a mediator. I Sandra Lindsey commented on her appreciation of the scenarios,and attested to the scenarios being a late night discussion due to the fact that Chuck Gasior had just handed out the projected tax rate at the meeting. The tax rate would have an impact on the School Committee. Ms. Lindsey also stated that if language was in place to review the budget process, she would be in agreement with the same. Chairman Johnson and T me Cook acknowledged they had no prior awareness of the scenarios(options`or the School's desire to professionally review the Town Manager. Chairman Johnson felt the scenarios were premature until Town Manager had an opportunity to review them, although he did agree that they were sensitive to the economics of the day. Terrie Cook reminded everyone that the Town Meeting warrant will be executed on Larch 24,,200 8. Oskar Klenert inquired about who is evaluating the teachers,and if money-is properly spent. Mr. Klenert further suggested an assessment of the School, by an individual consultant, initiated by the Ton. School Committee members commented that standards and ethics must be obtained, and maintained by certifications,through the Department of Education. I . Requests for Transfer: None. Iv. old Business. None. ' .New Business: A non-budget related speaker requested an opportunity to present his proposed solar enemy project. Peter white, of 72 Main Street, Mashpee, discussed his idea of developing renewable energy and the benefits of a 1 OKW Solar Energy system. Mr. ate discussed up front costs and potential savings on future energy costs. Mr. White noted that although Town is taking steps on conservation, it also oeeds'to look into renewable energy. Total cost up front is One Hundred Thousand Dollars 100,000.00) and oo 100,with rebates of Fifty Thousand Dollars($50,000.00)and 00/100. Mr. white c maented that the Town of Yarmouth has already installed the program. Chairman Johnson stated that approval would not be made on this project this evening, as frther discussion would need to be dome with the Town Manager. • VI. Finance Committee Pfflartment Liaison Updates. None. VU. Motion to Ad#o xrn: Chris Avis moved t adjourn. Sa dra indseyiseconded. All were in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m. ,V Next Mee ' April 3,2008,at :30 p.m. Respec y submitted , 4, t A. Lane Finance CommitteeSecretary