HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - CBC - 03/27/2017 Capital Budget Committee
March 27, 2017
Minutes
approved
CBC Members Present: Wakeman, Donohue, Dormitizer, Franklin, Host, Redmann
Chair Wakeman opened the meeting at 1900 with the above quorum present.
Ron Menard, IT
Ron Menard presented details on the following:
Device Upgrades ($25,000) - IT identified 100 XP machines for replacement, however
not all of these will be replaced with desktops as some uses prefer Chromebooks or
iPads.
Security Cameras ($56,000) - Security Camera and NVR unit to safeguard equipment at
DPW and the RTF, and improve compliance management at the RTF. The police will be
able to view camera feeds on mobile devices. The Town will develop a use policy for
all locations where cameras are deployed.
Network Upgrades ($28,000) - Additional Switches are needed to improve access in
identified dead spots. Additionally certain network switches need upgrading.
GIS Flyover: ($36,000) - Hire a firm to perform a digital flyover and data capture to
develop a GIS map of the town. The map will be provide a 6" topographical view of
the town and will identity the GIS location of various items including light fixtures, fire
hydrants, sidewalks and roads, telephone poles and other assets / items that can assist
town planners and managers in improve the management and operation of the town.
The cost if $45,000 however there is a $30,000 grant available from the State.
Electronic Data Storage ($85,000) - IT and the CBC all recognize the need for the Town
to implement EDS solutions and agree a full requirements study is needed before
proceeding.
Voting
The committee voted 5-0 to approve the funding of the annual cost of the Bus Lease of
approximately $87,000.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve approximately $75,000 for the annual cost of the
Digital Learning Lease ($45,009) and the purchase of Grade 6 Chromebooks ($30,000).
The committee voted 5-0 to approve approximately $20,000 to fund the replacement of
a Dump Body on the DPW's 1996 FL800 Dump Truck.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve approximately $64,000 to fund School Security
Items recommended by the School Department and the School Committee.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $18,125 to obtain new teacher desks under the
teacher desk replacement program presented by the Superintendent of Schools.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $15,000 to fund the purchase of a new GPS/Radar
to replace an old system currently used by the Harbormaster.
The committee voted 4-0 with 1 Abstention to approve $28,000 to obtain new teacher
desks under the teacher desk replacement program presented by the Superintendent
of Schools.
The committee voted 4-1 to approve $56,000 to procure and in stall security cameras
and a supporting network video recorder at the DPW and RTF to be used as set forth in a
Plan to be Prepared by the Town Manager.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $25,000 for various device upgrades for older
devices designated by the IT department.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $41,960 for the annual lease payment due for the
DPW's Heavy Haul Tractor subject to a finance lease.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $17,000 for the purchase of an AV system for the
Library. If the cost of the system recommended will exceed $17,000 this approval will
be revoked.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve an amount not to exceed $84,870 for the purchase
for the Police Department of two cruisers for front line duty. Should the cost exceed this
approval a revised approval will be required.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $600,000 for the purchase of new for the Fire
Department a Pierce Pumper Truck to replace the 1994 Pierce Pumper.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve $36,000 to have and GIS flyover and data
collection service performed. The town will seek reimbursement via a grant for the
State in the amount of $30,000.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve a maximum of $50,000 to purchase snow removal
equipment the DPW determines is capable of removing snow from town sidewalks and
other areas not accessible or convenient to service with a traditional plow.
The committee voted 5-0 to approve a maximum of $30,000 to repair the roof on a
building at the RTF used as an office and for storage purposed
Next meeting was scheduled for April 10, 2017d, There being no further business we
voted to adjourn at 2040
Respectfully submitted
Susan Franklin