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h <br /> F <br /> Chairman Gasior initiated discussion on the effect reduction of Quinn Bill would have on <br /> collective bargaining agreements. <br /> Health care. Mate to review health cage for small businesses o people or less). A bill is in <br /> process to reduce growth of health care costs. In a 2006 bill, there was opportunity to preform <br /> health. Massachusetts hasthe most expensive health insurance in the world. <br /> Pension reform. Mate and Municipal Governments will need to have `defined" benefit. <br /> Mr. Perry wants reform to apply to new employees so we are aware of what our liabilities <br /> are. �&. Perry prefers to leave collective bargaining in the hands of the Town. <br /> Vice Chairman Gasior presented questions prepared by Bob Hutchinson, including pension <br /> reform for Gulf warlraAfgha.nistan vets, elimination of termination pensions, and the <br /> adoption of a two year budget. <br /> Terrie Cook inquired about Chapter 70 funds funding for state owned land. Mr. Perry feels <br /> there will be level funding. Mr. Patrick is very concerned about funding for mental health. <br /> Intermission 7:30—7:35 [!.m. <br /> VI. FinCom Liaison Assi nments. School Budget Subcommittee. vice Chairman Gasior <br /> stated in an update that some areas have been developed in the School budget where costs <br /> can be cut, one being health care. School continues to struggle to balance the budget. A. <br /> warrant article has been submitted to make up the shortfall. Vice Chainnan Gasior <br /> understands need to put this article in place. Ann Bradshaw provided a very brief overview <br /> of th petition article, stating"it is a political decision ofwhich I do not have a part f'. <br /> Chris Avis provided budget updates on both the Polio and Fire Departments. Chief Baku-is <br /> comfortable with his budget (minus 2%). Chief Collins is also comfortable with his budget <br /> (minus 2%). Chief Collins will be moving a dispatcher over to a patrolman. <br /> VII* Items for Next 1 eetiM Approve Minutes, budget review,warrant Article <br /> schedule. <br /> �. Motion to Adjourn: Motion to adjourn was made by Oskar Klenert. Vice Chairman <br /> Gasior seconded. Meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m. All were in Favor. <br /> XI. Executive Session. None <br /> X. Next Mee ' : March 11, 2010,6:30 p.m. <br /> Respect submitted l by <br /> Tan A. Lane <br /> Finance Committee Secretary <br /> 7/8/2010 2 <br />