TOWN OF [Marker]GOSHEN
BOARD OF SELECTMEN[Marker]
MINUTES – [Marker]Regular Meeting
Town Hall Conference Room[Marker]
March 23, 2010
OTHERS: Allan Walker
Robert P. Valentine called the meeting to order at 4:07 p.m.
IN A MOTION made by H. John Krukar, seconded by Robert P. Valentine, it was VOTED to approve the minutes of the March 16, 2010 Regular Meeting. Vote unanimous.
MATTERS ARISING out of the minutes: None
IN A MOTION made by Robert P. Valentine, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to approve the warrant including the payroll of March 25, 2010 in the amount of $78,601.84. Vote unanimous.
Bob Valentine noted this week’s warrant included a payment for the employee’s health insurance (MEHIP) in the amount of $16,370.00 and a payment of $18,673.81 to Stryker Medical Technology for the purchase of two new stretchers and 2 new stair chars. In addition to the payment from the Town, the GVFD contributed $8000 toward the purchase.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
FIRST SELECTMAN’S REPORT: Bob Valentine noted the legal notice for the RFQ for the Tyler Lake Dam Project will be published in the Register Citizen on Thursday, March 25, 2010 as well as being posted on the Town’s website. The website will also include the Statement of Contractor Qualifications form to be filled out and submitted by any prospective bidders.
Bob Valentine mentioned Lucy Hussman, in conjunction with Carol Aldrich, is composing a Request for Proposal for the Town of Goshen Assessors Map Conversion project. The Proposals will be opened publicly on April 20, 2010.
Although sparsely attended, the Special Town Meeting went well on March 22, 2010. All proposed items passed.
Bob Valentine and Ed Perry (Public Works Supervisor) are working on the 2010-2011 Public Works Budget. Discussion ensued with regards to the Town’s dirt roads. Both Bob Valentine and Ed Perry agree the dirt roads are holding up much better after being graded and then roller compacted. After reviewing the cost associated with renting a roller compactor yearly ($4000-$6000), and taking inconsideration the market for used equipment is favorable, Bob Valentine introduced the idea of purchasing a roller compactor to the other members of the Board. Bob Valentine also noted there has been an expressed interest from another Town to be part of the purchase.
After some discussion the Board of Selectmen agreed it would be a wise investment. Bob Valentine will instruct Ed Perry to proceed with search.
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Bob Valentine and Rhonda Gelormino met with Guy Tangarone (Tangarone & Prelli) to review options for the Volunteer Fire Company insurance.
The next Board of Finance meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, 2010.
CORRESPONDENCE: None
IN A MOTION made by Robert P. Valentine, seconded by Thomas A. Breakell, it was VOTED to add to the agenda, under old business, (b) Recommendations from Ed Perry (Public Works Supervisor) for the Cemetery Mowing and Lawn Mowing/Brush Hogging. Vote unanimous
OLD BUSINESS:
Tyler Lake Dam – Discussion
Discussion was held during the First Selectman’s Report
Cemetery Mowing Recommendation
The Board of Selectmen received a letter from Ed Perry (Public Works Supervisor) with the Cemetery Mowing recommendation. It reads as follows: “After careful review of all bid(s) submitted, I am recommending the Board of Selectmen award the bid to Haeley Property”.
IN A MOTION made by Thomas A. Breakell, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to accept the recommendation of Ed Perry (Public Works Supervisor) and award the Cemetery Mowing contract to Haeley Property for two years. Vote unanimous.
Lawn Mowing & Brush Hogging Recommendation
The Board of Selectmen received a letter from Ed Perry (Public Works Supervisor) with the Lawn Mowing & Brush Hogging recommendation. It reads as follows: “After careful evaluation of all bids submitted for Lawn Mowing, Brush Hogging, I would like to recommend Hunter’s Lawn Care, LLC for the 2010 mowing season. His quality of work that he has done over the years offsets the small price different. Which is $307.00 higher than the lowest bidder.”
IN A MOTION made by H. John Krukar, seconded by Thomas A. Breakell, it was VOTED to accept the recommendation of Ed Perry (Public Works Supervisor) and award the Lawn Mowing/Brush Hogging contract to Hunter’s Lawn Care, LLC. Vote unanimous.
NEW BUSINESS: None
ANY OTHER BUSINESS: None
IN A MOTION made by Thomas A. Breakell, seconded by H. John Krukar, it was VOTED to adjourn the meeting. Vote unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 5:02 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Rhonda Gelormino
Selectman’s Administrative Assistant
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