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i s <br /> Page 5 <br /> Board of Selectmen <br /> Minutes <br /> November 13, 199E <br /> FY98 Budget,Discussion: <br /> In an effort to increase revenues, Selectman Caffyn recommended the <br /> Board consider hotel, and motel taxes for rental cottage units. <br /> Selectman Caffyn also noted that it is important to maintain the Town's <br /> municipal buildings and facilities. She suggested the Board set priorities, <br /> and determine specific departmental needs to address maintenance issues. <br /> Selectman Frye suggested the Board review the level funded budget <br /> in comparison to the level service budget. Selectman Marsters agreed <br /> that it is important to maintain the level of services. He suggested the <br /> Board begin the two step process by first requesting a level funded budget. <br /> Mr.Whritenour indicated that he will request Departments to prepare <br /> a level funded expense budget. He noted that the budget process is <br /> extremely detailed for each Department. Specific service reductions <br /> and initiatives not contained in the budget can be isolated to review <br /> level services. <br /> Selectman Frye requested the Board give ample notice to all license <br /> holders with regards to the property tax statute; Chapter 40, Section 57 <br /> that will appear on the May Town Meeting warrant. <br /> In other business, Mr. Bacigalupi submitted his resignation to the <br /> Board for approval; effective January 8, 1997. He suggested the Board <br /> advertise the vacancy immediately so the Finance Committee may conduct <br /> interviews next month. <br /> *Future Agenda Item: Approval of above resignation. <br /> Adjournment: <br /> Motion made by Selectman Marsters to adjourn at 3:45 p1m. <br /> Motion seconded by Selectman Frye. <br /> V T E: Unanimous. 4-0. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Kathleen M. Soares <br /> Board Secretary <br />