Town of Limestone

The meeting covered various topics including solar energy generation, committee reports (Recreation, Highway, Fire), the town manager's report (ARPA funds, grant opportunities, open positions), old business (town manager search, ARPA funds allocation, Boston Cane presentation), and new business (IRS penalties, EMA director appointment, emergency preparedness meeting, audit request). Key decisions included allocating ARPA funds for a grant writer, fire department turnout gear, and the highway garage. The board also approved a contract for an audit, discussed back taxes, and made appointments for the EMA director and a recreation assistant. The meeting concluded with an executive session on personnel matters.

The meeting included the awarding of a bid for a tanker truck, a discussion and approval of pandemic leave procedures, and an update on the development of first responder hazmat procedures. A portion of the meeting was held in executive session to discuss a personnel matter related to the town manager search.

The Selectpeople's meeting addressed several key financial matters, including a low checking account balance and the need for a municipal credit line. Discussion included the approval of a $100,000 credit line to cover immediate expenses and upcoming payrolls. The meeting also covered Limestone School Department updates, including the approval of funds for renovations and a new school bus. The budget review included discussions on Public Works, focusing on insurance increases, potential staffing changes, and highway mowing responsibilities. The Library budget was also reviewed, with a proposed increase for materials. Finally, the meeting concluded with an executive session and the hiring of a new Town Manager.

The meeting covered various committee reports, including updates on the solar committee's progress with MSSM, the recreation department's activities and plans, public works department staffing, and a fire department request for ARPA funding for turnout gear and a snowblower. The town manager's report included updates on financial matters, emergency preparedness meetings, job postings, grant applications, and ambulance invoicing to LDA. Discussions included the town manager search process, mid-year budget review, ARPA fund suggestions, and the upcoming Boston Cane presentation. Additional topics addressed were the need to fill vacant positions, potential collaboration with Fort Fairfield, and snow removal on Main Street for businesses.

The Selectpeople's meeting covered various topics, including budget reconciliations, the town audit, and review and approval of budget committee by-laws. Discussion included handling of tax-acquired properties, rescheduling a public hearing for a junkyard permit renewal, and addressing payments for ambulance services. The meeting also addressed Trafton Lake campground operations, including opening plans and maintenance, and Fourth of July activities. Other topics included website updates, the town's recreation bus, park pavilion construction, Trafton water hookup, the EMA director position, budget review for multiple departments (Recreation, Code Enforcement, LDF, Ambulance, and First Responders), debt retirement, and upcoming town office opening plans.