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Minutes of Meeting
December 12, 1994
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PRESENT: Chairman Penney, Commissioners Pasquale, Ronald, and Robinson.
Commissioner Royle was absent.
Meeting called to order at 6:59 pm
MOTION: To approve minutes of November 1, 1994
Robinson/Ronald
Customer Su= Results
Vote 3 -0*
*J. Pasquale abstained
The Manager informed the Board that he distributed 250 surveys and had received 80
surveys back. The comments were generally favorable, however,two areas complained
about in the survey were high electric rates and the lack of energy conservation
information.
Commissioner Pasquale stated that he would like this survey randomly distributed to
commercial customers especially those in the Cabot Industrial Park.
Conservation Pram
The Board discussed several ideas relative to an energy conservation program. The
Manager advised the Board that he did not feel that the energy audits were effective. A
Tip of the Month Newsletter or bill stuffier was suggested. Also, the Manager suggested
running a 50% off conservation material at National Lumber and Schofrelds. It was also
suggested that a video on how to conserve electricity could be broadcast on the Cable
Channel. Press Releases in local newspapers was another suggestion.
The Board requested that the Manager submit a proposal in writing at the next scheduled
Light Commissioner's Meeting.
Capital Tie In Charge
The Manager advised the Board that to date there has not been a fee paid for the capital
tie in charge.
The Business Manager advised the Board that General Ledger, Accounts Payable and
Inventory were all up and running smoothly. The billing conversion is in progress and is
expected to be completed this week. The Business Manager advised the Board that she
would submit a timing and action calendar to the Board for their review at the next
meeting.
Manager's Contract Negotiations
The Board advised that Manager that they do intend to renew his contract. However, the
Board requested that the Manager provide the Board with a list of issues /contract
concerns he would like addressed or changed in his upcoming contract. Additionally, the
Board instructed the Manager to also submit his recommendations for his management
goals and objectives for the upcoming year.
The Manager notified the Board of Light Commissioners that his contract expires on
February 28, 1995.
1995 1/2 Ton Pick Up Truck Bid Award
Three bids were submitted as follows:
Liberty Chevrolet @ $11,593.00
Rodman Ford @ $12,096.00
Vicino Buick @ $12,560.00
The Manager recommended the bid be awarded to Liberty Chevrolet at a price of
$11,593.00
MOTION: To authorize the Manager to purchase a 1/2 Ton Pick Up Truck from
Liberty Chevrolet at a purchase price of $11,593.00.
Pasquale/Robinson Vote 4 - 0
The Manager submitted his annual Forecast of Expenses and Revenues to the Board for
their review. The Manager informed the Board that the budget had no surprises or major
changes.
The Manager suggested that it might be a good time for a commercial rate reduction in
April 1995 . The Manager will have a better handle on this once the calendar year is over
and financial reports are done.
1994 Bad Debt Write Off Uncollectible Accounts
The Business Manager submitted the 1994 recommended write -offs of accounts
receivable of $55,703.45.
MOTION: To approve the recommended write -offs of uncollectible accounts
receivable of $55,703.45
Pasquale/Robinson
Purchase of High Street Condo
Vote 4 - 0
The Manager suggested that the Department purchase the condo at 125 High Street. We
are currently leasing this property for $1,925.00 a month and the Manager felt is would
be more economical to purchase the property and eliminate the rent.
Chairman Penney stated that he would like it noted for the record that he had just
purchased his unit at 125 High Street from the same condo association that the Electric
Department was considering. Chairman Penney did not feel this was a problem or a
conflict of interest, however, he wanted to ensure that it was mentioned in the minutes
that he had in fact just purchased his condo at 125 High Street.
The Manager asked the Board if there was enough interest for him to pursue the purchase
of the condo at 125 High Street. The Board responded that there was not enough interest
at this time.
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MOTION: To authorize the Electric Department to remove the red lights over the fire
alarm boxes for the Fire Department
Pasquale/Ronald
Merckens
Vote 3 - 1*
*A. Robinson opposed.
The Manager advised the Board that he would be contacting Merckens in the near future
to discuss a rate change. Merckens is currently on a rate 27, however, the manager feels
that they should be on a "backup" rate.
MOTION: To adjourn the meeting at 9:16 pm
Pasquale/Ronald Vote 4 - 0
Clerk's signature & date