Mark DiCosola

The meeting agenda covers several key areas, including Old Business items such as Winter Wonderland and Winter Break Camp. New Business focuses on program updates across athletics, Kidz Klub, gymnastics/dance, baseball/softball, and adult/senior programs. Marketing initiatives, including brochure layout and flyer creation, are scheduled for discussion. Facility Improvement Plans for 2025/2026 will be reviewed, covering completed projects like LED lighting, and proposed work on the Kennedy Park Scoreboard and Community Center Bathrooms. The finance section includes a review of revenue/expenditures and proposed fees for the pool, summer camp, and fitness center, as well as the first round of budgeting.

The Fire and Police Commission scheduled a meeting to consider and act upon several agenda items. Key topics included discussing the progress of probationary employees nearing the end of their probationary period, with a vote on permanent appointment or dismissal pending (potentially in executive session), and discussing the status of open positions for both the Fire and Police Departments. The commission also planned to review dates for Police Promotional Lieutenant Testing.

The meeting included discussions regarding probationary employees, with votes for the permanent appointment of Erik N. Wachal and Corey N. Eldridge to the rank of Police Officer. The status of open positions for both the Fire and Police Departments was reviewed. The commission discussed Firefighter/Paramedic Original Appointment Testing, including oral interviews. The Commission anonymously voted to amend the Fire and Police Rules and Regulations. The Commission also discussed making the Police Roster and Photos for the Police Department. Requirements were changed to include one year of service as a Sergeant following the probationary period to take the Lieutenant Promotional exam, and the written exam score was lowered to 70% for Lieutenant Promotional testing.

The meeting included discussions regarding correspondence and bills, including invoices and personnel matters. The commission discussed the progress of probationary employees and voted to conditionally appoint an individual to the permanent rank of Lieutenant for the Police Department. The status of open positions for both the Fire and Police Departments was reviewed. Dates for Firefighter/Paramedic original appointment testing were also reviewed. The chairman reviewed the rules under Promotional Appointments regarding military and seniority points.

The meeting included discussions on the financial report, communications, and committee reports. The financial report indicated a bank balance of $3,034.01 and petty cash of $29.49. Communications included a letter from a resident requesting graduation pictures. Committee reports highlighted the display for the Car Show, another interview conducted via Zoom, and a suggestion to clean or replace the flag. Preparations are underway for the 250th Anniversary, Spring Cemetery Walk, and 7th Graders visiting the Historical Society. A meeting with Edens Cemetery occurred on July 22nd, and a visit to the cemetery was suggested either the week before or after Memorial Day Weekend.