BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MEETING MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE
FLAG: Chairman Angelo Terreri called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm
and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Those present were Mr. Richard
Keene, Mr. Jeffrey Timberlake, Town Manager Eva Leavitt and residents
with interest. Mr. Richardson was absent and Mr. Youland arrived at
7: 15 pm.
2. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE AGENDA: Mr. Timberlake
requested an item be added to discuss some concerns regarding the
Transfer Station, and the Board agreed to discuss the Transfer
Station as item 3A.
3. NORTH MAIN STREET DEMOLITION PROJECT: Mrs.
Leavitt noted she requested proposals from several businesses for the
demolition of the North Main Street property and received 4 proposals
as of 4:00 pm July 6th with a range in estimates from $7,700 to
$36,498 and it was noted that Public Works could probably do the
demolition for around $8,500 but would then need to rent an excavator
at an additional $1,800 estimated cost. Mrs. Leavitt noted that she
spoke with Senator John Nutting regarding
the possibility of partnering with MDOT during the re-construction of
Route 117, however, Senator Nutting
indicated there isn't any funding available from MDOT to the best of
his knowledge, however Senator Nutting suggested that the town approach MDOT
and propose a project change for the intersection of Rte 117 &
North Main Street. Mrs. Leavitt further noted that the bids received
for the re-construction of Route 117 were all lower than anticipated
and MDOT hasn't awarded the bid yet. It was noted that the requests
the Town sent for don't include filling in the cellar hole after
demolition. Mr. Terreri questioned if anyone had knowledge of Mr.
Roland Chabot's work history and it was noted he has a good
reputation and has done work for
Following a brief discussion, Mr. Timberlake made
a motion to award the bid to demolish the North Main Street property
to Mr. Roland Chabot for $7,700 with the stipulation that the work
isn't started until the Town of Turner gets a response from MDOT
regarding the request for an amendment to the plan and to partner for
the work at the intersection of Route 117 & North Main Street,
Mr. Keene seconded the motion, and the vote was unanimous.
3A. TRANSFER STATION: Mr. Timberlake stated that
based on a recent experience at the Transfer Station he feels it may
be necessary to review the guidelines currently used by residents and
the attendants at the Transfer Station. Discussion included noting
that commercial waste has been banned from the facility since 2007
with significant savings as a result of the change.
Mr. Timberlake's concern is that most of the area
businesses pay for dumpsters at their businesses, however, many also
have rental properties that require cleaning from time to time and
these items are residential in type. Mr. Terreri explained that the
policy of not accepting any commercial waste was put in place due to
the abuse of use by resident contractors bringing materials from jobs
done in other towns and, this ban of commercially generated waste has
resulted in significant savings to the Town. Mrs. Leavitt noted that
the Board could include the Transfer Station as part of the review of
the Policies to be done in the near future. No further discussion at
this time.
4. TOWN MANAGER'S BUSINESS: Q & A WEEKLY MEMO:
Mr. Keene commented on the note regarding an agent from AFLAC and
Mrs. Leavitt noted that Leo Soucy met with
Town Employees to offer an alternate insurance. It was further noted
that the various options offered by AFLAC were well received by
employees and AFLAC would be added as a vendor for use of the Flex
Plan. Mr. Youland inquired if other estimates will be obtained for
the work needed at the Highway Garage and Mrs. Leavitt indicated she
has contacted other contractors, but hasn't yet received any
estimates. Mr. Terreri questioned the idea of Auctions being held at
BQMC, and it was noted they would be scheduled on Wednesday evenings
during the fall. Also questioned was a request from the Town of
5. CONSIDERATION OF ANY OLD BUSINESS: 1. SALE OF
PROPERTY: Mrs. Leavitt noted that no offers were received on any
items available at the highway garage for sale and indicated that
most items will be taken to the Transfer Station to be removed with
other metal items. Discussion also resulted in a note that no
reasonable offer should be refused if one is made, and the material
must be moved before winter.
Mrs. Leavitt noted to the Board that she was made
aware that the
6. CONSENT AGENDA: The minutes from July 6th were
deemed to be in order. Mr. Keene reviewed the disbursement warrants
and recommended their approval. Mr. Richardson will review for August
3rd. There were no Veteran's Exemptions or Abatements or Supplements
to consider. Mr. Youland made a motion to approve the consent agenda
as presented, Mr. Keene seconded the motion, and the vote was
unanimous.
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION: 1 M. R. S. A. ss
405 (6) (D) UNION NEGOTIATIONS: Mr. Youland made a motion to go into
executive session referencing the above title at 8:31 pm, Mr. Keene
seconded the motion, and the vote was unanimous. Mr. Youland made a
motion to come out of executive session at 8:38 pm, Mr. Keene
seconded the motion, and the vote was unanimous. Mr. Youland then
made a motion to accept and sign a one-year union contract as
presented, Mr. Keene seconded the motion, and the vote was unanimous.
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION: 1 M. R. S. A. ss
405 (6) (A) PERSONNEL MATTER: Mr. Youland made a motion to enter
executive session referencing the above Title at 8:39 pm, Mr. Keene
seconded the motion and the vote was unanimous. Mr. Youland made a
motion to come out of executive session at 8:49 pm, Mr. Keene
seconded the motion, and the vote was unanimous. Mr. Youland made a
motion to sign a one-year contract with Town Manager Eva Leavitt with
no changes, Mr. Keene seconded the motion, and the vote was
unanimous.
9. ADJOURNMENT: The Board unanimously adjourned at
8:55 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
Sandra L Philipon
Assessing/Office Assistant