WOODBURY — At the May 27 select board meeting Town Clerk Robin Durkee reported she discovered a spare dehumidifier and tested it over the weekend. The drainage bin was full on Monday.
A sump pump is planned for installation when the contractor shows up, according to Durkee.
Board members learned about the nuances of compensation for full and part-time employees.
Director of Emergency Management John Gordon had no new news on the buyouts of two village properties, but plans to meet with state staff about it on June 15. Gordon said, the Local Emergency Management Plan (LEMP) has been completed, mostly involving updating contact information for use during an emergency.
Skip Marchesani attempted to set up the board with new emails, but has been unsuccessful thus far.
Town Clerk Robin Durkee said she will reduce her hours while she undergoes occupational therapy for a hand injury. She also said the Secretary of State’s new system for voter registration will be available soon.
After some discussion, the board decided against investing any FEMA funds, upon the discovery that any earnings over $500 must be returned to the government and accompanied with significant reporting requirements.
Town Health Officer Chris Casey asked about the requirements for following up on a dog bite, having received a report from an area hospital. The board learned that the person who was bitten must be contacted and asked whether they want any further action to be taken by the town.
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