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4 Board of Selectmen Minutes October 29, 2007 COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE; American Heart Association—Cape Goes„Red 2008: Melinda Gallant, Division Director of the American Heart Association remitted communication to the Town Manager regarding the Cape Goes Red 2008 event, a part of the AHA's women's health initiative. Mashpee was requested to join as a community partner in their efforts. Since 1963,the month of February has been designated as National Heart Month. Friday, February 1, 2008 is chosen as National Wear Red Day for Women. During the weeks of February 1 - 15,the goal of the.AHA is to light up the Cape in red. Joyce Mason, Town Manager indicated the Town of Mashpec would again participate in the campaign. Last year, the program was a great success. Ca e Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen's Association CCCHFA : Correspondence was received from the Cape Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen's Association dated September 26, 2007 requesting the Selectmen support their efforts to educate citizens and local government on the current disconcerting practices of the Sea Herring Fishery. A sample letter of support was enclosed in the communication. The Board of Selectmen took the matter under advisement. There was no action taken at this time. MIA-Risk Management Meetings: Discussion followed regarding the high amount of workers' compensation claims in the School Department. As a result of increased workers' compensation rates and claims, the Selectman agreed to request the School Department attend the MIA risk management/safety meetings in an effort to reduce expenditures. Information relative to the upcoming safety meeting sponsored by the MIA to be held on December 13, 2007 will be forwarded to the School Department seeking representation. It was noted the Police, Fire and DPW department presently attend the regular meetings regarding policy education and claim reduction.