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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - CBC - 10/17/2016 Capital Budget Committee October 17, 2016 Minutes Approved 12-5-2016 3-0 CBC Members Present: Wakeman, Franklin, Host, Redmann, Donohue Chair Wakeman opened the meeting at 1900with the above quorum present. Water Commission, Rolf Gjesteby and Leonora Jenkins Representatives from the water commission apprised the committee of relevant projects, the funds available at YE 2016 ($792,000), operational status, the effort underway to establish a 10-15yr Master Plan, and items influencing their revenue forecast such as the FY 2017 reduction in quarterly rates and declining water usage rates. Itemspresented to the committee for inclusive in the STM, were: a. $60,000forupgradesto the DlmsMeadow Pump Station b. $100,000forSudge Removal Also discussed but not for STM, was a Capital Budget Request for a Remote Radio System ($120,000) for 24/7 security and monitoring flow rates, volume, water consumption. The system includes cameras and has an expected useful life of 15-20 yea rs. Also discussed wasaverage A/Rduration and the conversion of long term A/Rto water liens. School Committee, Ellen Maherand Amanda Zani School Committee members appeared before CBC to discuss findings made by the Security Subcommittee and their recommendations for improvementsto the schoolsto improve security. Itemspresented to the committee forinclusive in the STM, were: a. $7,500 for Mobile Security Gatesat Main Entrancesat CMHS These gates would allow the school to establish restricted areas, especially during eventsin gym and auditorium. b. $14,000 for Security Upgradesat Main Entrancesat Deer Hill and Osgood c. $12,000 Bollardsat CMHSand Osgood d. $40,000 Modify the current First Responder Entrance e. $30,000 for Rear Entry Doorsat CMHSto replace current aluminum doors The committee was receptive to these suggestions. Timing for making these improvements with as little disruption to school operations was discussed. The committee also suggested the subcommittee research the availability of state / federal grantsfor security improvements. Police Department, Chief Quigley Chief Quigley appeared before CBC to discuss including a front line police cruiser ($36,500) n the STM appropriations. The committee had a number of questions for the Chief relating to the current vehicle replacement program, the usage of fleet vehicles and fleet management capabilities and practices. The committee asked the Chief to about the pros and cons of working with a single manufacturer as it appeared that would simplify both acquisition and management. Also discussed was municipal leasing programs (not only for police vehicles but other town vehicles as well) and on board asset management systemsoffered by some manufacturers. General Discussion No voteswere taken. Next meeting was scheduled for October 24, 2016, There being no further business we voted to adjourn at 2145. Respectfully submitted Susan Franklin