Jill M Lavin

The agenda focuses on several administrative and operational items, including personnel appointments for the Fire Department and various commissions, and the review of maintenance projects and updated agreements. Key discussion topics involve event coordination for a local balloon rally, facility repairs such as the Town Hall fire alarm control panel, and organizational policy reviews including job descriptions and immigration authority. Financial matters include property tax abatements, excavation and timber tax warrants, and the review of accounts payable and payroll registers. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to revisit legacy projects related to town-owned property surveys, solar initiatives, and ordinance reviews.

The committee reviewed plans for the town hall renovation and discussed potential state grant funding for the project. Discussions also focused on initiatives to promote cultural activity in town, including the use of vacant storefronts for art displays, the establishment of mini art galleries, and utilizing town hall space for local art exhibitions. Additional topics included integrating these efforts with the historical trail walk, incorporating food trucks to increase event attendance, managing the Chamber of Commerce sign changes, and organizing a volunteer event to promote town board engagement.

The board discussed the EP Sanderson Grant proposals, noting that legal clarification is required before decisions can be reached, and reviewed a draft grant proposal review form. Additionally, the status of perpetual care for private church cemeteries was addressed, specifically regarding communication with the Mt. Cavalry Cemetery and the Quaker Cemetery.

The trustees reviewed per diem mowing estimates for Floral Park and Berry Cemetery, ultimately selecting Saints Lawn Care as the service provider for both locations. Funding for the maintenance was discussed, noting an allocation of $3,500 from the Selectmen to supplement the existing cemetery tree maintenance line.

The trustees reviewed competitive bids for cemetery mowing services and determined that the current budget is insufficient to cover these costs, necessitating further consultation with the Selectmen. Additionally, the trustees authorized a volunteer to proceed with gravestone cleaning and minor headstone repairs, planned a site visit to evaluate areas for green burials, and signed Right to Inter Certificates for several cemetery lots.