WiltonTown Hall

 
October 9, 2007  

Members Present:Chairman Cary A. Hughes, Mark H. Whitehill, David B. Tierney, Jr, Joyce A. Fisk, Daniel Donovan III, Donald R. McGettigan, Sr., Donald C. Davidson, Jr., and Donna Pucciarello

MEMBERS ABSENT:None

OTHERS PRESENT:Carla Walter, Brent Hautenan, Maureen Donovan and Carol McEntee

The AGENDA was amended as follows:

7:30Preliminary 2008 Wilton/Lyndeborough/Temple Ambulance (WLTA) Budget

7:45Salary Management

8:00Non-Profit Organizations

8:15Adjournment

Ch. Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

1.)Preliminary 2008 Wilton/Lyndeborough/Temple Ambulance Budget

Chairman Hughes opened the discussion by reminding committee members that this is only a preliminary discussion.Dan Donovan gave an overview of the current budget.He noted the towns should be coming to an agreement on whether Lyndeborough and Temple will continue to be serviced by the WLTA and the outcome to the town of Wilton if they choose not to participate.Currently, the town of Wilton supports 55% of the budget, while Lyndeborough is responsible for 25% and Temple 20%.The committee also discussed their capital reserve budget, noting that there is approximately $57,000 in capital reserve and if the forecasted $30,000 for this year is realistic.They also noted that Lyndeborough also has set aside capital reserve but Temple has not.They concluded by recognizing that the Department will be lobbying for a new ambulance this year.Carol McEntee, Ambulance Director submitted a preliminary budget of $238,300 which does not include any type of salary increase.The Committee responded positively to working with a budget in the $245,000 range.

There was no further discussion on the matter.

1.)Salary Management

Chairman Hughes informed the committee he contacted Burton Reynolds on the proposed compensation plans longevity, merit increase and bonus pooling sections.Burton stated the longevity plan was specifically a one time per year bonus feature and was not intended to be multiplied by the years of service (i.e., 10 years of service warrants a yearly bonus of $250.00, not $250.00x10).He also explained the bonus/pooling feature of the plan has yet to be established, although the plan was implemented three years ago.Maureen reminded the committee that the town is not a large organization where advancement is common.She also suggested that the plan be very simple so employees can fully understand the intent.They agreed performance and salary should be kept separate and that grade level range is important.They concluded a compensation plan should have merit increases and job descriptions that are reviewed possibly every 2-3 years.

The committee decided to further discuss the cost of living adjustment (COLA), merit increases and the longevity plan philosophy at a future meeting in more detail.

Maureen volunteered to go through the compensation plan, editing and making a clearer vision while the committee goes through the philosophy.Chairman Hughes will provide the necessary documentation to Maureen.The Committee thanked Maureen.There was no further discussion on the matter. 

2.)Non-Profit Organizations

Chairman Hughes explained to the committee that there are currently three (3) more organizations seeking funds in 2008.He asked if a member would be willing investigate each non-profit organization in detail before further approvals.Mark Whitehill volunteered.The committee thanked him.There was no further discussion on the matter.

3.)Other Business

The Committee decided to meet next Tuesday, October 16^th, 2007 at the FlorenceRideoutElementary School to have a site walk and presentation of their proposed year ahead. 

4.)Adjournment

A MOTION was made and SECONDED to adjourn the meeting.

Voting:7 ayes; motion carried.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.

       

Minutes respectfully submitted by Carla J. Walter 
 

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