09/07/1993 FINANCE COMMITTEE Minutes

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Page 3 withdrawn because Mr. York, Shellfish Constable, was in agreement to have his truck repaired rather than replaced. Marcia King explained that Dr. DeMoura is looking to receive $266,420. She also explained that it may be a good idea to have the School Department use their excess funds at the end of the fiscal year to meet general obligations, for instance reparation of a school roof, painting, etc. They cannot give the money back at the end of the year. The Finance Committee is also opposed to Article 33. The rest of the Warrant contains Articles referring to zoning. JOINT MEETING WITH THE HOARD OF SELECTMEN MEETING COMMENCED AT 8:30PH Members of the Board of Selectmen Present: James Vaccaro, Chairman; Judy Mills; Carol Jacobson and Nancy Caffyn. Ms. Sullivan stepped down as the contract Articles were discussed. Mr. Vaccaro explained that Articles 1-6 would indefinetly be postponed. Article 7 and 8 were fine. Both the Selectmen and the Finance Committee were questionable about Article 9. The final decision was to leave Article 9 as written in this draft and add an Article to the Warrant for authorization of a bond. Article 10 and 11 were acceptable. Mr. Whritenour explained that Article 12 was reduced to $20,000 and this Article was acceptable. Article 13 was acceptable. it was agreed that Article 14 and 15 be combined. Mr. Goggin stated that the Fincomm was against Article 16 because it should be postponed until. May. The selectmen voted 3-1 in favor of keeping it on the Warrant. Nancy Caffyn opposing: -it was agreed that Mr. Goggin would work with Mr. Whritenour on this Article because the Finance Committee was waiting for exact numbers from the Town Accountant. Ms. Greelish also suggested that the Executive Secretary examine whether there is a law which states that the 'Board of Health Agents' salaries need to be directed by the Board of Health. The Finance Committee is opposed to Article 18. The Board of Selectmen voted two selectmen in favor and two opposed. Mr. Vaccaro stated that the Article would remain on the Warrant until Selectman Costa could place his vote. Everyone agreed that Article 19 would remain. Mr. Goggin stated that the FinCorW would like to see three bids for Article 20. Ben Gordon was present at the meeting to explain the feelings of - the Waterways Commission. He felt the motor on the boat was still in working order and should not be replaced until necessary. Mr. Gordon also explained that he would like the Board of Selectmen to make the Waterway's Funds accessible, in case of an emergency or need to purchase a new motor. Ms. Rommelmeyer explained that if the money is to be ear marked then it needs to be approved at town meeting..