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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLight Comm Minutes 11/1/1994�.TW t Board of Light Commissioners :`.L] Minutes of Meeting T, DEC 13 A; i 10: 10 November 1, 1994 PRESENT: Chairman Penney, Commissioners Ronald, Royle and Robinson. Commissioners Pasquale was absent. Meeting called to order at 7:05 pm Developers Connection Fee: The Chairman welcomed the three developers present at the meeting; Paul Folkman, Jay Zola, Dave Kuntz. The Chairman stated that he realized this was a very controversial subject and said he would like to take comments from the developers first and then the electrical inspector, Dave Conley, and then have the opportunity to discuss the comments among the Board with no interruption from the guests. Paul Folkman stated that he had no problem with the developer's connection charge, but he did have a problem with the way the developer's connection charge would be administered. Mr. Folkman stated that he would like to exempt any applications for which a signed purchase and sale agreement has been executed prior to November 1, 1994. Mr Folkman explained that for any house lots for which he has a signed purchase and sale agreement, he can not change the purchase price of the home and therefore he would have to absorb the cost of $1350.00 per house lot and this money is not in his budget. The Manager agreed that this was a good idea, but it did not address the issue of all the applications that have been received prior to November 1, 1994. The Manager suggested that for all applications filed prior to November 1, 1994, we stipulate that the meter must be installed within 90 days, otherwise the application would be invalid and a new "? application would have to be filed subject to the applicable connection charge. A lengthy discussion followed among the Board, the developers and the Manager. Dave Conley arrived and his input was received and also discussed. MOTION: For purposes of implementing the connection charge policy of November 1, 1994, there are two exemptions. If an application for service is made prior to November 1, 1994, it shall be considered valid for sixty (60) days from the date of the application. If a permanent meter is not installed within this time period, the application shall be deemed to have expired and a new application for service, subject to applicable connection charge, will have to be made. Ronald/Royle Vote 3 - 1* *Amos Robinson was opposed MOTION: To approve minutes of October 3, 1994 Ronald/Robinson Vote 3 - 1* *D. Royle abstained Conservation Program Commissioner Royle and the Manager are in the process of working on a conservation program. The Manager advised the Board that effective Thursday, November 3, 1994, the Acting Superintendent will be stepping down. Additionally, the Manager advised the Board that he has no plans to fill this position at the time. The Manager advised the Board that Gary D'Ambra was now the Line Foreman, and he'd like to leave things as they are for now and see how this structure works. Amos reiterated that he still wants to see the Superintendent position filled. MOTION: Direct the Manager to fill the Superintendents position. Robinson/Ronald Vote *1 - 3 Amos Robinson in favor Commissioner Ronald stated that he would like to think about this and discuss this of the . next Light Commissioner's Meeting. Commission Royle stated she would like the Board to reconsider the Assistant Manager position and requested that the Board be provided with job descriptions for both the Superintendent and the Assistant Manager's position. It was agreed that this would be on the agenda for the January Light Commissioner's Meeting. }y. Also, if proof of a legally binding offer made prior to November 1, 1994 that results in a signed purchase and sale agreement is presented to the Electric Department, the fee will f be waived. Ronald/Royle Vote 3 - 1* *Amos Robinson was opposed MOTION: To approve minutes of October 3, 1994 Ronald/Robinson Vote 3 - 1* *D. Royle abstained Conservation Program Commissioner Royle and the Manager are in the process of working on a conservation program. The Manager advised the Board that effective Thursday, November 3, 1994, the Acting Superintendent will be stepping down. Additionally, the Manager advised the Board that he has no plans to fill this position at the time. The Manager advised the Board that Gary D'Ambra was now the Line Foreman, and he'd like to leave things as they are for now and see how this structure works. Amos reiterated that he still wants to see the Superintendent position filled. MOTION: Direct the Manager to fill the Superintendents position. Robinson/Ronald Vote *1 - 3 Amos Robinson in favor Commissioner Ronald stated that he would like to think about this and discuss this of the . next Light Commissioner's Meeting. Commission Royle stated she would like the Board to reconsider the Assistant Manager position and requested that the Board be provided with job descriptions for both the Superintendent and the Assistant Manager's position. It was agreed that this would be on the agenda for the January Light Commissioner's Meeting. Iky, � t The Manager notified the Board of Light Commissioners that his contract expires on February 29, 1995. According to his contract, "At least five months prior to the expiration of the contract, the Employee shall notify the Employer of the pending expiration of the agreement. Should the Employer fail to notify the Employee that the agreement will not be extended within four months of the expiration of the contract, then the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect for another three year term, subject to provisions ". The Manager agreed to a three month notification from the Employer and the Employer agreed to a four month notification from the Employee. The Board of Light Commissioners have thirty (30) days to notify the Manger that they are terminating his contract or that they would like to renegotiate his contract. If no action is taken within thirty days, the contract will be automatically renewed for three years. The Business Manager requested that the Board allow the office to close either the day after Thanksgiving or at 4:00 pm the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. The Board stated they would take no action, until this matter has been discussed at the Selectmen's meeting on November 2, 1994. MOTION: To adjourn the meeting at 8:40 pm Royle/Ronald Vote 4 -0 f �Ve Clerk's signature & date l