William Baron

The meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key discussions included an update on delinquent taxes and the highway department's recent activities and grant execution. The board reviewed updates regarding facilities management, library status, and IT projects, including the purchase of a replacement computer. Significant business items covered the implementation of state law changes regarding fire warden designations, copier lease renewal options, and the progress of the townwide reappraisal. Additionally, the board acted on financial matters, including the renewal of certificates of deposit, updates to procurement and internal control policies, responsibilities for the town report, and the launch of a resident survey regarding the town charter and facility usage.

The meeting includes an agenda item to meet with a potential alternate member for the Development Review Board and provides updates from the Zoning Administrator Office.

The board discussed compensation for compiling the town report, highway department updates including the purchase of a new tractor, library construction progress, and IT projects including website development and data storage solutions. They also addressed legal services, procurement policy threshold revisions, potential distribution of opioid settlement funds, and the development of a town charter. Additionally, the board coordinated outreach for community safety training and reviewed public concerns regarding local disturbances.

The Commission discussed financial recommendations, including a proposal to restructure accounts into a Cemetery Permanent Fund and a Cemetery Operating Fund and changing the title of the Administrator/Secretary to include Cemetery Commission Treasurer. The meeting also addressed lawn care billing, the renewal of several CDs at M & T Bank, and a prohibition on pet burials in accordance with state statute. Maintenance concerns regarding the shed roof and vault were raised, and the Commission established a process for ordering memorial flags. Additionally, the policy regarding the presence of alcohol containers at grave sites was addressed.

The board discussed maintenance needs for historical society properties, including tree removal and brush clearing. Financial updates highlighted budget concerns regarding heating and fuel costs. The Highway Department reported on recent grant projects, road preparation, and mowing contractor challenges. Updates were provided on the new library construction. Action items included approval of the YOGI Memorandum of Understanding, the Library Director job description, and electrical upgrades for the fire department. The board discussed the Town Charter and potential local option tax, procurement policy thresholds, legal services RFP, and the allocation of Municipal Energy Resilience Grant Program funds. Additionally, the board reviewed a past donation to a private entity and explored strategies for improving public communication.