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3 <br /> Board of Selectmen <br /> Minutes- <br /> June 16, 2008 <br /> COMMUNICATION& CORRESPONDENCE: <br /> Initiatives for Energy Efficiency- <br /> It was announced that representatives from Channel 5 News interviewed <br /> the Town Manager on this date to review energy efficient measures <br /> considered by the Town of Mashpee. Steps to reduce energy consumption <br /> include the adoption of general policy guidelines for Town Hall, <br /> renewable energy initiatives and general education outreach. <br /> The Town Manager requested guidance from the Board of Selectmen with <br /> respect to general policy guidelines for Town Hall. Discussion followed <br /> regarding alternative hours at the Town Hall facility. Energy efficient <br /> options under consideration include the closing of Town Hall one day per <br /> week while maintaining a full work week for employees. It was noted the <br /> concept of working four 10-hour days was reviewed a few years ago,but it <br /> was not favored by the employee's or general public. A change in the <br /> work week is also a collective bargaining matter with union personnel. <br /> Additional requirements would include a public hearing and final voter <br /> approval at Town Meeting. <br /> In discussion,the Selectmen related concern regarding the Town adhering <br /> to the requirements of its constituency. However, in an effort to save <br /> energy consumption,the Selectmen agreed to further investigate the 4-day <br /> work week option. Additional recommendations under consideration <br /> include employee carpooling and to stipulate that future new hires live in <br /> close proximity to the Town of Mashpee. <br />