Norfolk County public meetings in 2020

County Commission

The Commission will review the FY19 Basic Financial Statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis. The body is also considering several personnel appointments and term endings, including the County Treasurer and Chairman. Additionally, the meeting includes a petition to alter portions of High Street in Randolph.

• Review and approval of FY19 Basic Financial Statements presented by Leonetta Scappini
• Petition to alter portions of High Street in Randolph
• Appointment of Michael G. Bellotti as Norfolk County Treasurer ($139,276.13 annual)
• Notice to Proceed for Kemp Hall Roof Replacement (Gibson Roofs Inc.)
• Notice to Proceed for Kemp Hall Window and Door Replacement and Accessibility Upgrades (Homer Contracting, Inc.)

The Norfolk County Commission approved the FY19 audit presentation, taking it under advisement for later action, and voted to alter portions of High Street in Randolph subject to conditions. The board executed multiple personnel actions, including appointing Richard R. Staiti as County Commissioner and Michael G. Bellotti as County Treasurer, both effective 1/6/2021. It also approved notices to proceed for Kemp Hall roof and window/door replacements, and approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $999,415.63. The meeting included a lengthy tribute to outgoing Chairman Francis W. O'Brien, and the board voted to adjourn in his honor.

• Approved minutes of Dec 23 open and executive sessions
• Took FY19 audit report and management letter under advisement
• Voted to alter portions of High Street in Randolph, subject to conditions
• Executed personnel papers: end of term for Chairman O'Brien, appointment of Commissioner Staiti, end of term for Treasurer Timilty, appointment of Treasurer Bellotti
• Executed personnel papers: termination of Kerry A. Flood, regrade for Amy Duquette
• Executed personnel paper: appointment of Amy Flynn as Special Education Instructional Aid
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $999,415.63
• Approved notices to proceed for Gibson Roofs and Homer Contracting for Kemp Hall work

Joint Commissioners & NCAHS Trustees

The Norfolk County Commissioners and Norfolk County Agricultural High School Board of Trustees are meeting via Zoom. The session includes a project update regarding solar installations at two Walpole locations.

• Solar project update for 400 Main Street, Walpole, MA
• Solar project update for 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA
• Approval of open and executive session minutes from December 9, 2020

Commissioners Meeting 12-23-2020

The Norfolk County Commissioners will review the FY19 Basic Financial Statements and the first reading of draft COVID-19 protocols. The body will also consider personnel changes at the Norfolk County Agricultural High School and a real property lease in executive session.

• Review and approval of FY19 Basic Financial Statements and Independent Auditor’s Report
• First reading of draft Norfolk County COVID-19 Protocols
• Appointment of Amy M. Flynn to Special Education Instructional Aid at $33,333.33 annual
• Executive session to consider lease of property at 357 West Squantum Street, Quincy, MA
• Review of November 2020 Registry Revenues

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the minutes of prior meetings, personnel actions including a new appointment and name change, and payroll and expense warrants totaling $144,976.95. They also held a first reading of draft COVID-19 protocols and entered executive session to discuss a property lease at the Presidents Golf Course. No contracts or bids were awarded.

• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2020 open session and Nov 19, 2020 Walpole public hearing
• Approved personnel actions: Amy M. Flynn appointment as Special Education Instructional Aid, Jeannette A. Spencer name change to Rossetti
• Approved payroll warrant 21-25 for $138,789.44 and expense warrant 12-04-21 for $6,187.51
• Entered executive session to consider lease of property at 357 West Squantum Street, Quincy

Commissioners Meeting 12-16-2020

The Norfolk County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a petition to alter portions of High Street in Randolph. The meeting also includes a report on indoor air quality and a review of an Open Meeting Law complaint.

• Public hearing on the petition to alter portions of High Street in Randolph
• Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Report by Briana Ham of RPF Environmental
• Review of December 8, 2020 Open Meeting Law Complaint filed by Tracy K. Firth
• Statement of Financial Interest (SFI) Designation List for Calendar Year 2020
• Schedule of Holidays for Calendar Year 2021

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via Zoom on December 16, 2020, and approved the Statement of Financial Interest (SFI) Designation List for 2020 and the Schedule of Holidays for 2021. They also approved a response to an Open Meeting Law complaint from the Walpole Preservation Alliance. A public hearing on a petition from the Town of Randolph to alter portions of High Street was closed, with the matter taken under advisement.

• Approved minutes of the December 9, 2020 open session meeting
• Continued review of the Walpole Public Hearing transcript to December 23, 2020
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $771,960.43
• Approved the Statement of Financial Interest (SFI) Designation List for 2020
• Approved the Schedule of Holidays for Calendar Year 2021
• Opened and closed the public hearing on the Town of Randolph's petition to alter High Street; matter taken under advisement
• Approved the proposed response to the Open Meeting Law complaint from Tracy Firth and the Walpole Preservation Alliance

Norfolk County Advisory Board

The board is meeting via Zoom to approve minutes from previous meetings and a second supplemental budget recommendation for Fiscal Year 2021. Members will also receive an update on a financial management and operations analysis review.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 Second Supplemental Budget Recommendation
• Best Practices Review, Financial Management & Operations Analysis Update
• Approval of June 17, 2020 meeting minutes
• Approval of October 28, 2020 meeting minutes

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to consider a budget recommendation. The primary focus is an amended second supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2021.

• Amended Fiscal Year 2021 Second Supplemental Budget Recommendation for Stoughton District Court Air Make-Up Units

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to certify election results for the County Treasurer. The body will also consider an amended FY21 Second Supplemental Budget and personnel appointments.

• Certification of election results for Norfolk County Treasurer
• Appointment of Kim M. Thoener as Instructional Aide/Class Monitor at $45,000.00 per year
• Approval of Amended FY21 Second Supplemental Budget
• Discussion of Massachusetts DOT State Highway Layout #8705
• Executive session to consider lease of property at 357 West Squantum Street, Quincy

Joint Commissioners & NCAHS Trustees

The Norfolk County Commissioners and Norfolk County Agricultural High School Board of Trustees are meeting via Zoom. The body will enter executive session to consider the lease of real property.

• Lease of property at Norfolk County Agricultural High School, 400 Main Street, Walpole, MA
• Lease of property at 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA

The Norfolk County Commissioners and Norfolk County Agricultural High School Trustees held a joint meeting via Zoom. They voted unanimously to enter executive session to consider a lease of real property at the school's premises. After the executive session, both bodies returned to open session and adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Voted to enter executive session to consider lease of real property at 400 Main Street and 1377 North Street, Walpole (unanimous)
• Adjourned the Norfolk County Agricultural High School Board of Trustees meeting
• Adjourned the Norfolk County Commissioners meeting

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to approve the FY21 Second Supplemental Budget. The body will also consider contract awards for maintenance at the Norfolk County Agricultural High School and certify election results for County Commissioner.

• Certification of election results for Norfolk County Commissioner
• Contract award for Homer Contracting: Door and Window Replacement and ADA Upgrades at Kemp Hall, Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Contract award for Gibson Roofing: Roof Replacement at Kemp Hall, Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Approval of FY21 Second Supplemental Budget
• Facilities Maintenance Capital Improvement Report and Coronavirus Update

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 2021 Second Supplemental Budget Recommendation. The committee will also receive an update on the Best Practices Review for Financial Management & Operations Analysis.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 Second Supplemental Budget Recommendation
• Financial Management & Operations Analysis Best Practices Review update
• Approval of October 28, 2020 meeting minutes

County Commission

The County Commission is meeting to review facilities maintenance and coronavirus updates. The body will consider authorizing letters of intent for roof, door, window, and ADA upgrades at Kemp Hall. Members will also review the October 2020 Trial Balance and CARES Act/FEMA reimbursements.

• Letter of Intent for Gibson Roofing for roof replacement at Kemp Hall, Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Letter of Intent for Homer Contracting for door and window replacement and ADA upgrades at Kemp Hall, Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Approval of October 2020 Trial Balance
• Update on CvRF CARES Act/FEMA Reimbursements and 2nd Supplemental Budget
• Notice of change of address for Sean Michael Pekkinen

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commission held a public hearing on November 19, 2020, to gather community input on proposed 20-year leases with Kearsarge Solar Energy LLC for two properties in Walpole (1377 North Street and 400 Main Street) to install ground-mounted solar arrays. No decision was made; the Commission took the matter under advisement after hearing extensive testimony, including opposition from state legislators, residents, students, and the teachers' union, as well as support from some residents and environmental advocates.

• Public hearing held on proposed solar leases for two Walpole properties (no vote taken)
• Matter taken under advisement by the County Commission
• Proposed lease terms presented: $166,758/year for North Street (5 MW) and $31,500/year for Fisher Street (1 MW), both with 1.5% annual increases
• County confirmed Commonwealth and Town of Walpole declined lease offers before hearing

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review minutes from the November 10 meeting and consider several personnel and contract matters. The agenda includes discussions on snow removal contracts, registry revenues, and a hearing regarding High Street in Randolph.

• Appointment of Peter J. Caruso as Physical Ed & Health Instructor at $26,965.94/yr
• Snow Plowing and Snow Removal contracts for the Dedham Complex
• Snow Plowing and Snow Removal contracts for Brookline, Quincy, Stoughton and Wrentham Courthouses
• Mass DOT SHLO #209 Easement 10-TE-233 and Mass DOT SHLO #8570 Taking
• Hearing on the alteration of portions of High Street in Randolph

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting via Zoom to approve payroll and expense warrants. The body will receive updates on the Facilities Maintenance Capital Improvement Report and bid openings for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School Building Repair Project.

• Update on bid openings for Norfolk County Agricultural High School Building Repair Project
• Resignation of Katrina M. Elich, 184 Day Instructor ($73,438.95)
• Resignation of William F. Spada, Jr., Custodian ($51,660.85)
• Resignation of James V. Ordile, Substitute Instructor ($100.00/day)
• Facilities Maintenance Capital Improvement Report and Coronavirus Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via Zoom and approved routine items: minutes from prior meetings, personnel changes (resignations and address changes), payroll and expense warrants totaling $175,100.75, and a request from the Norfolk County Bar Association to use certain courthouses for legal clinics. They also voted to release some executive session minutes and continue nondisclosure for others. No bids were opened or contracts awarded.

• Approved minutes of Nov 4 open and executive sessions
• Released executive session minutes from Dec 6, 2017 and Apr 25, 2018
• Continued nondisclosure of executive session minutes from Jul 10, 2019, Jul 11, 2019, Feb 26, 2020, and Sep 9, 2020
• Released executive session minutes from Sep 23, 2020, subject to redaction
• Approved personnel actions including resignations and address changes
• Approved payroll warrant 21-19 for $141,102.66 and expense warrant 11-2-21 for $33,998.09
• Allowed Norfolk County Bar Association to use certain courthouses for legal clinics
• No bids opened or contracts awarded

County Commission

The County Commission will meet via Zoom to conduct general bid openings for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School roof replacement. The body will also consider personnel appointments and approve payroll and expense warrants.

• Bid openings for Kemp Hall Building roof replacement at Norfolk County Agricultural High School in Walpole
• Appointment of William Spada as 2nd Shift Custodian at $19.76/hr
• Approval of payroll and expense warrants
• Review of executive session minutes from 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020

The Norfolk County Commission voted to postpone the Kemp Hall Building roof replacement bid opening for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School in Walpole until November 13, 2020. The commission also approved the prior meeting's minutes, personnel matters, and payroll and expense warrants. No contracts were awarded during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2020 open session meeting
• Approved appointment of William Spada as 2nd Shift Custodian at $19.76/hr effective 11/9/20 (2-0-1)
• Approved payroll warrants totaling $475,723.74 and expense warrants totaling $116,994.62
• Postponed Kemp Hall Building roof replacement bid opening to November 13, 2020
• Entered executive session to review executive session minutes from 2017-2020
• Adjourned meeting at 1:30 pm

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet via Zoom to discuss personnel changes and facility reports. The body will open bids for roof, window, door, and accessibility upgrades at the Norfolk County Agricultural High School's Kemp Hall building.

• Sub-bids for Window and Door Replacement and Accessibility Upgrades to Kemp Hall
• Sub-bids for Roof Replacement to the Kemp Hall Building
• Proposed revised public hearing date for leases of County-owned land in Walpole
• Resignation of Ryan P. Walsh ($46,695.73/yr) and Matthew T. Lallberte ($22,817.00/yr)
• Contingent employment of Steven R. Ellsweig at $35.11/hr

The County Commissioners voted to refer the Registry of Deeds' concerns about the Trial Balance reporting to the Abrahams Group and requested the matter be expedited. The board also scheduled a public hearing for November 19, 2020, on a proposed land lease to Kearsarge Energy LLC in Walpole. Personnel changes, payroll and expense warrants, and a sick-time donation were approved, and bids were opened for the Kemp Hall roof replacement project.

• Approved minutes of the October 21, 2020 Open and Executive Session meetings
• Voted to refer the Trial Balance matter to the Abrahams Group and request expedited review
• Executed personnel matters including resignations, a change of address, and a contingent hire
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $480,942.16
• Approved donation of sick time to 1 non-union employee from 3 non-union employees
• Scheduled a public hearing for Nov 19, 2020 on a proposed lease of County land in Walpole to Kearsarge Energy LLC
• Opened bids for the Kemp Hall Building roof replacement project (no contract awarded)

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee will meet to approve the Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget Recommendation. The committee will also receive updates on financial management and federal reimbursement processes.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget Recommendation
• Status update on FEMA/MEMA and CARES Act reimbursement process
• Financial Management & Operations Analysis Best Practices Review update

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget, which offsets a $500,000 Stabilization Fund drawdown with funds from the FY20 Unappropriated Balance. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 16, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational updates.

• Approved FY2021 First Supplemental Budget as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 16, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The Norfolk County Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to approve the Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget Recommendation. The board will also receive updates on financial management and federal reimbursement processes.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget Recommendation
• Status update on FEMA/MEMA and CARES Act reimbursement process
• Update on Best Practices Review, Financial Management & Operations Analysis

The Norfolk County Advisory Board voted unanimously to approve the Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget, which offsets a $500,000 Stabilization Fund drawdown with funds from the FY20 Unappropriated Balance. The board also tabled the June 17, 2020 meeting minutes. Updates were provided on CARES Act/FEMA reimbursements and the Abrahams Group operational review.

• Approved FY2021 First Supplemental Budget (unanimous)
• Tabled June 17, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 pm (unanimous)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to review the Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget and consider several contract awards. The body will also discuss personnel appointments and a petition from the Town of Randolph regarding High Street roadway alterations.

• Review and approval of Fiscal Year 2021 First Supplemental Budget
• Petition from the Town of Randolph regarding High Street Roadway alterations
• Contract award for Energy Management Service Agreement (EMSA) for Norfolk County Agricultural High School Parking Lot Canopy Solar System with Kearsarge Ag School LLC
• Proposed leases of County-owned land in the Town of Walpole
• Appointment of Luke M Burns as Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day

County Commission

The County Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss capital improvements and coronavirus updates. The body is considering contract awards for financial auditing and copy machine leases.

• Contract for Independent Certified Accountant for FY2020-FY2022
• Lease of three copy machines for Norfolk County Agricultural High School from Toshiba America Business Solutions
• Application for an EV Charging Station at Norfolk County Agricultural High School

The Norfolk County Commission approved several contracts and actions. They awarded the independent audit contract to Lynch, Marini & Associates for $30,500 (Year 1), with options for two additional years at $31,500 and $32,500. They approved an application for an EV charging station at Norfolk County Agricultural High School. They also awarded three copier lease contracts to Toshiba Business Solutions for NCAHS, with monthly lease prices of $293.91 and $269.62 each. The commission approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $178,534.86 and approved the minutes of the October 7, 2020 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2020 meeting
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $178,534.86
• Awarded independent audit contract to Lynch, Marini & Associates (Year 1: $30,500; Year 2: $31,500; Year 3: $32,500)
• Approved application for EV charging station at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Awarded lease of one Toshiba 4515AC copier for NCAHS at $293.91/month (total $10,580.70)
• Awarded lease of one Toshiba 6518A copier for NCAHS at $269.62/month (total $9,706.32)
• Awarded lease of one Toshiba 6518A copier for NCAHS at $269.62/month (total $9,706.32)

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to consider personnel appointments and rate increases. The body will discuss coronavirus relief funding community action grant proposals and an energy management service agreement for the Agricultural High School rooftops.

• Execution of Energy Management Service Agreement (EMSA) for Norfolk County Agricultural High School Rooftops
• Norfolk County Coronavirus Relief Funding Community Action Grant Proposals
• Appointment of Derrick C. Stokes as Athletic Director at $9,897.36/yr
• Promotion of Margaret A. Brennan to Principal Clerk at $42,556.05/yr
• Appointment of Caroline Anne Maggiacomo as Senior Clerk at $39,150.00/yr

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved COVID-19 relief grants to DOVE, Manet Community Health Center, and Walpole Fire Department, and approved an energy management agreement for solar panels on the Agricultural High School rooftops. They also approved personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and the August 2020 trial balance. The meeting included reports on courthouse COVID preparations and IT upgrades, and ended with an executive session on collective bargaining.

• Approved COVID-19 relief grants to DOVE, Manet Community Health Center, and Walpole Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved Energy Management Services Agreement for NCAHS rooftops with Kearsarge Ag School LLC (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including appointment of Derrick C. Stokes as Athletic Director and promotions at Registry of Deeds (unanimous)
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $548,589.11 (unanimous)
• Approved August 2020 Trial Balance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 30, 2020 open session and September 23, 2020 executive session (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining with AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417 (unanimous)

Operations Analysis Bid Review Committee Meeting

The Operations Analysis Bid Review Committee is meeting to conduct interviews with two firms. The committee will continue reviewing proposals and may take votes regarding the operational analysis.

• Interview with The Abrahams Group
• Interview with Edward J. Collins, Jr. Center for Public Management at UMASS Boston
• Approval of September 18, 2020 meeting minutes

County Commission

The County Commission is meeting to review personnel matters, including new hires and resignations. The body will also receive a facilities maintenance capital improvement report and a coronavirus update.

• Appointment of Dustin S. Cohen as Adjustment Counselor at $67,414.86 per year
• Contingent employment of Emily C. Perry as Long Term Substitute Teacher at $100.00 per day
• Resignation of William J. Morton from Facilities Maintenance
• Resignation of Gary Lubin from the Registry of Deeds
• Approval of sick time donations for a Registry of Deeds employee

County Commission

The County Commission will discuss personnel appointments, contract awards, and coronavirus relief grant proposals. The body will also consider an energy management agreement and a lease extension request from the Walpole Select Board.

• Proposed lease of property at 400 Main Street and 1377 North Street, Walpole
• Appointment of Karen M. Bennett as Senior Clerk at $39,150.00 per year
• Contract award for tennis court repair at Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Pro forma Energy Management Services Agreement with Kearsarge Energy, LLC
• Bid opening for Record Books and Land Court Binders for the Registry of Deeds

County Commission

The County Commission will discuss the Registry budget and statutory issues with Register O’Donnell. The body is considering multiple personnel appointments, resignations, and regrades for the Agricultural High School, Registry of Deeds, and Facilities Maintenance. The meeting also includes a bid opening for tennis court repairs.

• Bid opening for Tennis Court Crack Repair and Acrylic Surface System at Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Appointment of Anthony J. Principe as Interim Special Education Instructor at $61,727.63/yr
• Appointment of Carolann DeLuca-Killinger as Temporary Nurse at $59,719.18/yr
• Promotion of Karen Gilio to Head Clerk at $47,041.07/yr
• Regrade for Gary J. Muse as Building Maintenance Foreperson at $86,675.27/yr

The Norfolk County Commission approved personnel actions including resignations, appointments, and regrades, and executed payroll and expense warrants totaling $417,656.37. No contracts were awarded, though bids were opened for tennis court repairs at Wollaston Recreational Facility. The meeting also included a lengthy discussion on the Registry of Deeds budget mandate, with the Commission supporting the Treasurer's decision.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2020 meeting
• Approved personnel matters including resignations, appointments, and regrades
• Executed payroll and expense warrants: $144,281.38 (payroll), $32,528.80 (expense), $240,846.19 (school expense)
• Opened bids for tennis court crack repair at Wollaston Recreational Facility; no contract awarded
• Adjourned meeting at 1:59 pm

County Commission

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss statutory and budgetary issues. The body will also receive an update on the CARES Act and FEMA/MEMA reimbursement processes.

• Follow-up on Registry and Commissioners’ discussion on statutory and budgetary issues
• Update on FEMA/MEMA and CARES Act reimbursement process
• Approval of July 29, 2020 meeting minutes
• Rescheduling of the September 23, 2020 Advisory Board meeting

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee met via Zoom and voted unanimously to approve the minutes of its July 29, 2020 meeting. The committee discussed the Registry of Deeds' budget concerns, COVID-19 reimbursement applications totaling about $220,000, and postponed the full Advisory Board meeting from September 23 to October 28, with the Finance Committee meeting set for October 21. The committee also recommended Lynch Marini Associates for the county audit and adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 29, 2020 meeting (5-0)
• Postponed Advisory Board meeting from September 23 to October 28, 2020
• Scheduled Finance Committee meeting for October 21, 2020
• Recommended Lynch Marini Associates for county audit
• Adjourned meeting at 2:21 pm (5-0)

Norfolk County Commission Meeting 09-09/2020

The Norfolk County Commission approved multiple financial warrants, including an expense warrant of $37,643.89, a Wollaston Credit Card payment of $55,180.00, a debt and interest warrant of $517,321.88, a county payroll warrant of $144,599.96, and two NCAHS payroll warrants totaling $248,713.85. Personnel actions were approved, including the resignation of Amber Hall, an out-of-grade pay for Sarah A. Hinkley, and the appointment of Marianne Scorpio. The Commission also voted to enter executive session to discuss real property lease negotiations for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School and 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA.

• Approved minutes of September 2, 2020 open session
• Approved personnel matters: resignation, out-of-grade pay, and appointment
• Approved Expense Warrant #1026 for $37,643.89
• Approved Wollaston Credit Card Payment for $55,180.00
• Approved Warrant 21-2 (Debt and Interest) for $517,321.88
• Approved County Payroll Warrant 21-20 for $144,599.96
• Approved NCAHS Payroll Warrant 21-10 for $214,597.62 and 21-10 (5.1) for $34,116.23
• Voted to enter executive session for real property lease negotiations

Commissioners Meeting 09-02-2020

The Commissioners will consider four staff appointments for the Agricultural High School and review bids for an operational analysis and registry record book services. The meeting also includes updates on coronavirus relief funding and the FY19 Trial Court Audit.

• Appointment of Myles L. McPartland as School Guidance Counselor at $76,338.84 annually
• Appointment of Dawn M. Martens as Adjustment Counselor at $79,463.05 annually
• Appointment of Kim M. Thoener as Part Time Special Education Instructional Aide at $35,000.00 annually
• Appointment of Gina Calves as Instructor at $62,729.70 annually
• Bid openings for Operational Analysis and NC Registry of Deeds record book binding/repair

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider several staff appointments and salary changes for the Agricultural High School and Facilities Maintenance. The body will also vote on an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Dedham.

• Appointment of Anne Versprille as 184 Day Instructor at $54,362.73 annually
• Appointment of Rebecca DeMarco as Instructional Technology Specialist at $87,829.74 annually
• Appointment of Patrick J. O’Connell as Sr. Building Custodian at $44,495.28 annually
• Intermunicipal Agreement between the Town of Dedham and Norfolk County
• Capital Improvement Report and Coronavirus Update

The Norfolk County Commission approved an intermunicipal agreement allowing the Town of Dedham to use 25 parking spaces in the rear Registry Lot for its public safety building project. The board also approved several personnel actions, including appointments and a transfer at the Agricultural High School and a new building custodian. No bids were opened and no contracts were awarded. The meeting was conducted via Zoom under remote participation rules.

• Approved minutes of the August 19, 2020 open session meeting (unanimous).
• Approved personnel matters: address change for Jason C. Erhardt, appointment of Anne Versprille, transfer of Rebecca DeMarco, and appointment of Patrick J. O'Connell.
• Approved payroll warrants: $145,968.77 (County) and $332,179.98 (School), and expense warrant $567,524.52.
• Approved the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Dedham for 25 parking spaces in the rear Registry Lot.
• No bids were opened (Exhibit A).
• No contracts were awarded (Exhibit B).
• Voted to adjourn the meeting at 1:27 pm (unanimous).

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to discuss personnel changes at the Registry of Deeds and a capital improvement report. The body will vote on a right of way agreement for the Walpole Route 1A Reconstruction Project and a memorandum of understanding for the 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.

• Walpole Route 1A Reconstruction Project: Permission for Right of Way Entry and Land Damage Agreement
• 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant MOU
• Position reclassification for Janice M. Cochrane to $64,950.85/yr
• Contingent employment of Cheryl A. McElman at $39,150.00/yr
• Approval of July 2020 Trial Balance

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet via Zoom to review the July 29, 2020, minutes and receive a Capital Improvement Report. The agenda includes a discussion and vote regarding right of way entry for the Walpole Route 1A Reconstruction Project.

• Walpole Route 1A Reconstruction Project: Right of Way Entry and Land Damage Agreement
• Update on Solar Project
• Capital Improvement Report & Coronavirus Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to table the Walpole Route 1A Reconstruction Project until next week, after discussion of land taking near the Norfolk County Agricultural High School. They also approved the minutes of the July 29, 2020 meeting and executed payroll and expense warrants totaling $257,451.69. No bid openings or contract awards were reported.

• Approved minutes of the July 29, 2020 open session meeting
• Tabled the Walpole Route 1A Reconstruction Project until next week
• Executed payroll warrant 21-5 for $148,357.91
• Executed expense warrant 08-01-21 for $80,256.27
• Executed expense warrant 21-02 for $19,720.54
• Executed expense warrant 21-02A for $9,186.97
• Adjourned meeting at 1:38 pm

County Commission

The Norfolk County Commission and Finance Committee are meeting to discuss a Request for Proposals for a financial management and operations analysis. The body will also review the FY20 year-end trial balance and potential adjustments to the FY2021 operating budget.

• Request for Proposals (RFP) for Best Practices Review, Financial Management & Operations Analysis
• FY20 Year-End and June 30, 2020 Trial Balance Summary
• FY2021 County Operating Budget adjustments
• Stabilization Fund Withdrawal restoration/offset
• Registry of Deeds promotions

The Norfolk County Commission approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Best Practices Review, Financial Management and Operations Analysis, following a recommendation from the Advisory Board Finance Committee. The Commission also approved the Engineering Unit collective bargaining agreement and supported a Registry of Deeds employee promotion. The Finance Committee recommended transferring $500,000 into the Stabilization Fund.

• Approved RFP for Best Practices Review, Financial Management and Operations Analysis
• Approved Engineering Unit, AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417 Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Supported change in title and salary for Registry of Deeds employee (reclassification to 17-6)
• Recommended transfer of $500,000 into Stabilization Fund (Finance Committee vote)
• Approved minutes of July 15 and July 22, 2020 meetings
• Entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining grievance

Revised Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider personnel matters, including numerous resignations at the Agricultural High School and a rate increase for a ranger at the Wollaston Recreational Facility. The body will also review the June 30, 2020 County Trial Balance and a Capital Improvement Report.

• Resignation of Jason C. Erhardt, 184 Day Instructor, $62,377.08 per year
• Rate increase for Richard E. Jones, Ranger, from $12.00/hr to $12.75/hr
• Approval of June 30, 2020 County Trial Balance
• Capital Improvement Report and Coronavirus Update
• Discussion of potential topics for Best Practices Review, Management & Operations Study

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will consider numerous resignations at the Agricultural High School and a rate increase for a Ranger. The body will also review a Capital Improvement Report, a coronavirus update, and the June 30, 2020 County Trial Balance.

• Resignation of Jason C. Erhardt, 184 Day Instructor, $62,377.08 yr.
• Rate increase for Richard E. Jones, Ranger, from $12.00/hr. to $12.75/hr.
• Approval of June 30, 2020 County Trial Balance
• Personnel matters regarding the Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Discussion of Facilities Maintenance Senior Building Custodian Position

City Council Regular Session

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss personnel changes and a capital improvement report. The body will consider rate increases for staff and the execution of a collective bargaining agreement. The meeting includes updates on coronavirus and courthouse reopening.

• Rate increase for Nicholas J. Green from $13.50/hr to $14.25/hr
• Rate increase for Donald J. Murphy from $11.00/hr to $13.00/hr
• Contingent employment of Zoe D. Robertson at $13.00/hr
• 5 Year Lease/Purchase of Greenmaster Triflex Hybrid 2420 Diesel Mower
• Execution of Collective Bargaining Agreement for Engineering Unit, AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss FY21 hiring, spending, and purchasing rules. The body will consider the FY21 Norfolk County Assessment for approval. The meeting includes updates on the coronavirus and the reopening of the County Building and Court House.

• Approval of FY21 Norfolk County Assessment
• Discussion of FY21 hiring and spending
• FY21 Purchasing Rules and Regulations
• Employment of Adlin Dely as On-Call Student Labor at $13.00/hr
• Resignation of Interim Athletic Director Joseph D. Rotigliano

The Norfolk County Commissioners voted to rescind the FY20 hiring and spending freezes, following a recommendation from County Director Michael Mullen. They also approved the FY21 Purchasing Rules and Regulations, the Norfolk County Assessment of $6,621,770 for member communities, and the minutes of the July 1, 2020 open session. Personnel actions included a contingent employment notice for Adlin Dely and a resignation from Joseph D. Rotigliano.

• Approved minutes of the July 1, 2020 open session meeting
• Approved FY21 Purchasing Rules and Regulations as submitted by Nancy Rockwell, CPO
• Rescinded FY20 hiring and spending freezes
• Approved Norfolk County Assessment of $6,621,770 to member communities
• Executed payroll warrant of $112,074.64 and expense warrant of $444,856.87
• Tabled Executive Session Minutes of June 12, 2020 until next week
• Adjourned meeting at 1:31 pm

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved paying a $15,179 invoice to NRC for cleaning at the Registry of Deeds, with future work required to follow County protocols outlined in a June 30, 2020 letter. They also approved a subrecipient policy for federal grants, tabled the FY21 Purchasing Rules until July 8, and recessed the meeting to allow year-end business. Personnel actions included a promotion and a pay grade change, and no bids or contracts were opened or awarded.

• Approved payment of $15,179 invoice to NRC for Registry of Deeds cleaning, with future work under County protocols (unanimous)
• Approved Subrecipient policy for federal grants and/or sponsored programs (motion by Collins, seconded by Shea)
• Tabled FY21 Purchasing Rules and Regulations until 7/8/20 (motion by Collins, seconded by Shea)
• Approved minutes of Open Session meetings of June 12 and June 24, 2020 (motions by Shea, seconded by Collins)
• Executed personnel actions: promotion of Ronald D. Driskill to Principal JG at $130,757.25/yr, and conclusion of out-of-grade pay for John Palmeras
• Executed payroll and expense warrants totaling $929,772.19
• Recessed meeting to allow FY20 year-end business (unanimous)
• No bids opened and no contracts awarded

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss capital improvements and coronavirus updates. The body will consider a lease offer to the Town of Walpole and review several personnel changes. Discussions will continue regarding county building cleaning and reopening protocols.

• Offer of Lease to the Town of Walpole for approval
• Contingent employment of James J. Collins (Grounds Crew) at $14.00/hr
• Promotion of Janice M. Cochrane to Head Clerk at $64,950.85
• Contingent employment of Gary Lubin (Temporary Employee) at $34.00/hr
• Discussion on County Building and Cleaning Protocols and Re-Opening Procedures

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to conduct an executive session. The body will discuss legal strategy regarding threatened or likely litigation against the County by an employee.

• Executive Session to discuss strategy regarding litigation by a County employee

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to review a Capital Improvement Report and coronavirus updates. The body will discuss protocols for reopening county buildings and receive an update on the FY21 budget.

• Discussion on County Building Protocols and Re-Opening Procedures
• FY21 Budget Update
• Capital Improvement Report & Coronavirus Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via teleconference and approved the minutes of the June 10, 2020 open session as amended. They received reports on courthouse reopening preparations, including installation of partitions and signage, and discussed the FY21 budget and COVID-19 expense reimbursement efforts. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of June 10, 2020 open session as amended (unanimous)
• Executed payroll and expense warrants totaling $572,293.09
• Heard capital improvement report on courthouse partitions and signage
• Discussed FY21 budget with Advisory Board meeting planned for that evening

Norfolk County Advisory Board

The Norfolk County Advisory Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY21 County Operating Budget. The board will also discuss a February 24, 2020, Engineers MOU and parking updates for the County Registry Lot and Dedham Square.

• Public hearing and approval of FY21 County Operating Budget
• Engineers MOU dated February 24, 2020
• County Registry Lot and Dedham Square parking update
• Election of Norfolk County Advisory Board Officers

The Norfolk County Advisory Board held a public hearing and then voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2021 County Operating Budget in the amount of $31,896,209. The vote was 80.42 in favor, 0 against, with 4.05 abstentions. The board also approved a collective bargaining agreement (MOU) with the Engineers union and elected its officers for the coming year.

• Approved FY2021 County Operating Budget of $31,896,209 (80.42-0, 4.05 abstentions)
• Closed public hearing on FY21 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Engineers MOU dated February 24, 2020
• Elected Paul Connors as Chair, Joseph Reardon as Vice-Chair, Elizabeth Childs as Clerk

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting via conference call to review a federal funding solicitation for the FY2020 Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss potential litigation from a county employee.

• Federal FY2020 Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program Solicitation
• Executive session regarding threatened litigation by a County employee

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss the FY21 budget and a COVID-19 employee training presentation. The body will also consider personnel appointments and a rubbish removal contract for the Agricultural High School.

• Contingent employment of Maximillan R. Mijal for Wollaston Recreational Facility at $14.00/hr
• Contingent employment of William Regan for Agricultural High School at $14.50/hr
• Contract award for rubbish removal at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Approval of COVID-19 Employee Training Presentation
• FY21 Budget Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the COVID-19 Employee Training Presentation, which outlines return-to-work protocols. They also approved prior meeting minutes, personnel hires, payroll and expense warrants, and contract awards. The board discussed the Registry of Deeds Sunday cleaning incident, directing a letter on cleaning protocols, and received updates on capital improvements, budget, and revenue.

• Approved minutes of June 3, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19 Employee Training Presentation (unanimous)
• Approved contingent employment for Maximillan R. Mijal as Grounds Crew at $14.00/hr effective 6/10/20
• Approved contingent employment for William Regan as Substitute Worker at $14.50/hr effective 6/22/20
• Approved contract awards as detailed in Exhibit B
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling $350,097.06
• Directed County Director to write letter to departments on cleaning protocols

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and schedule future meetings. The agenda consists of procedural items.

• Approval of May 20, 2020 meeting minutes
• Scheduling of future meetings

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss the FY21 budget and a capital improvement report. The body will consider contingent employment for staff at the Wollaston Recreational Facility and Agricultural High School. Contract awards for House Doctor and produce for the Agricultural High School are also on the agenda.

• Contingent employment for Richard S. Churchill ($12.75/hr) and Jacqueline L. O’Rourke ($13.00/hr) at Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Contingent employment for Patrick J. Dolan ($13.50/hr) and Matthew Pelick ($13.50/hr) at Agricultural High School
• Contract award for House Doctor
• Contract award for produce for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• FY21 Budget Update

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet via conference call to discuss the FY21 budget and provide updates on coronavirus and cybersecurity. The body will also consider personnel matters and a contract for rubbish removal at county courthouses.

• Vote on updated FY21 Budget Recommendation
• Contract awards for rubbish removal for various county courthouses
• Capital Improvement Report and Coronavirus Update
• Cybersecurity and IT Department Update
• Personnel matters for consideration

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the FY21 budget of $31,896,209, including a $55,000 increase for a County Operational Review and Analysis funded by Corrections Maintenance of Effort. They also approved use of the Registry of Deeds parking lot for the Dedham High School Class of 2020 rolling rally and a Flag Day Rolling Rally, both with access only through Ames Street. An addendum to lease 12 additional golf carts at Presidents Golf Course was accepted. The meeting was held via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Approved FY21 Norfolk County Budget of $31,896,209 with $55,000 increase for operational review (unanimous)
• Approved Dedham High School Class of 2020 rolling rally use of Registry of Deeds parking lot on June 6, 2020, access via Ames Street only
• Approved Dedham Flag Day Rolling Rally use of Registry of Deeds parking lot on June 14, 2020, access via Ames Street only
• Accepted addendum to golf cart lease contract for 12 additional carts at Presidents Golf Course
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2020 open session meeting
• Executed payroll and expense warrants totaling $1,393,206.67

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review the FY20 second supplemental budget appropriation and vacation carryover requests. The meeting includes updates on capital improvements, coronavirus impacts, and operational protocols related to Governor Baker’s Phase 1 re-opening.

• FY20 Second Supplemental Budget Appropriation
• FY20 Vacation Carryover Requests
• Facilities Maintenance Department Roving Utility Worker position through June 30, 2020
• Capital Improvement Report & Coronavirus Update

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved a $166,162.83 second supplemental appropriation for FY2020, covering year-end transfers, insurance reimbursements, and COVID-19 cleaning costs. They also adopted a return-to-work plan for county departments, approved two union MOAs on vacation carryover, and approved nonunion vacation carryover requests. John Palmer was appointed as Roving Utility Worker through June 30, 2020.

• Approved FY2020 Second Supplemental Appropriation of $166,162.83 (unanimous)
• Adopted return-to-work plan for county departments effective immediately (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with AFSCME Local 2417 Maintenance Unit on vacation carryover (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with AFSCME Local 2417 Engineering Unit on vacation carryover (unanimous)
• Approved nonunion vacation time carryover requests for various employees (unanimous)
• Appointed John Palmer to Roving Utility Worker position until June 30, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 13, 2020 open and executive sessions (unanimous)

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss the FY20 second supplemental budget request. The committee will also consider an Engineers Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and review the FY21 budget process.

• Fiscal Year 2020 Second Supplemental Budget Request
• Engineers Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for approval
• Norfolk County Operational Review & Best-Practices Analysis in FY21 Budget
• FY20 closeout and FY21 County Budget process

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing the FY21 Norfolk County Recommended Operating Budget. The meeting includes follow-up on the Treasurer’s Office and a status update regarding an audit request to the State Auditor.

• FY21 Norfolk County Budget Presentation
• Norfolk County Treasurer’s Office budget review
• Registry of Deeds information review
• Status of County Commissioners' / Treasurer's Audit Request to State Auditor
• Review and discussion of FY21 Norfolk County Recommended Operating Budget

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to receive a coronavirus update and a capital improvement report. The body will discuss incentive proposals for Presidents Golf Course subscribers and consider county employee matters.

• Executive session regarding collective bargaining and grievances with AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417
• Discussion of season subscriber and customer incentive proposals for Presidents Golf Course
• Personnel matter: Notice of change of address for Diane Spain effective 5/6/2020
• Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee meeting regarding FY21 Budget

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss a coronavirus update and a capital improvement report. The body will consider a rubbish removal contract and a lease offer to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• Contract award for rubbish removal for one year with two one-year renewals
• Offer of Lease to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Maintenance Department Transfer Request
• Executive Session regarding impact bargaining with AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417
• Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee meeting regarding FY21 Budget

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee is meeting to hear budget presentations from the Registry of Deeds and the Agricultural High School. The committee will continue its review and discussion of the FY21 recommended operating budget, and votes may be taken.

• FY21 budget presentation: Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
• FY21 budget presentation: Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Review and potential votes on FY21 Recommended Operating Budget

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting via conference call to review the FY21 budget and discuss architect selections for House Doctor contracts. The agenda includes a coronavirus update and personnel pay revisions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss bargaining strategy for the AFSCME Council 93 Maintenance Unit.

• Revised out-of-grade pay for John Palmer at $47,600.16
• Designer Selection Board selection of architects for House Doctor contracts
• FY21 Budget Update and meeting with Advisory Board Finance Committee
• Request from Boston Butler LLC regarding Presidents Golf Course operations
• Health Insurance Open Enrollment and EAP update

Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee

The Norfolk County Advisory Board Finance Committee will meet remotely to discuss the recommended operating budget for fiscal year 2021. The committee may take votes on the budget and will discuss the associated process and timeline.

• Review and discussion of FY21 Norfolk County Recommended Operating Budget
• Discussion of FY21 Norfolk County budget process and timeline

The Finance Committee reviewed the County Commissioners' $31,841,209 FY21 budget recommendation, which includes a $500,000 draw from the Stabilization Fund due to projected revenue declines. No formal vote was taken on the budget; the committee reached consensus to move the public budget hearing to May 27. The meeting was procedural, focused on discussion and review.

• Reviewed $31,841,209 FY21 budget recommendation from County Commissioners
• Consensus reached to hold Advisory Board Public Budget Hearing on May 27 at Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Adjourned meeting at 3:12 pm (5-0 vote)

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting via conference call to approve the FY21 budget recommendation. The body will discuss how COVID-19 is affecting FY20 revenues and expenditures and consider efforts to mitigate those budget impacts.

• Approval of FY21 Budget Recommendation
• Discussion of COVID-19 impact on FY20 Budget, Revenues & Expenditures
• Executive session regarding impact bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417 Engineering and Maintenance Units

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the FY21 budget of $31,841,209 and instituted a comprehensive spending freeze, with exceptions for payroll, contractual obligations, emergencies, and bond-funded capital projects. The budget includes a $500,000 appropriation from the Stabilization Fund and reflects revenue decreases due to COVID-19. The board also approved prior meeting minutes and entered executive session for labor strategy.

• Approved FY21 budget of $31,841,209
• Instituted comprehensive spending freeze (payroll, contracts, emergencies, bond capital excepted)
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2020 meeting
• Entered executive session for AFSCME impact bargaining

Commissioners' Emergency Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are holding an emergency meeting via conference call. The primary agenda item is the withdrawal of an application for federal Coronavirus Relief Funding.

• Withdrawal of application for federal Coronavirus Relief Funding

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the minutes of the April 15, 2020 open session, authorized the chair to sign the Eversource Transformer License Agreement for the NCAHS solar project, and certified and authorized the chair to sign and execute the Application for Federal Coronavirus Relief Funds. The board also approved personnel actions, payroll and expense warrants, and entered executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy. No contract awards or bid openings were reported.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2020 open session
• Authorized Chairman O'Brien to sign Eversource Transformer License Agreement for NCAHS solar project
• Certified and authorized Chairman O'Brien to sign and execute Application for Federal Coronavirus Relief Funds
• Accepted resignation of John Ryan as Roving Building Custodian effective 4/3/2020
• Approved out-of-grade pay for John Palmer as Temporary Acting Roving Utility Worker effective 4/6/2020
• Executed payroll warrant 20-41 for $183,382.70
• Executed expense warrant 04-03-20 for $41,244.98
• Executed expense warrant 20-10 for $77,174.58

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to discuss the FY21 budget and provide a coronavirus update. The body will also consider personnel matters and the February 2020 Trial Balance.

• FY21 Budget Update
• February 2020 Trial Balance for approval
• Coronavirus Update
• Capital Improvement Report
• Personnel Matters

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners met via conference call on April 1, 2020, to conduct routine business and address COVID-19 impacts. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a capital improvement report, a coronavirus update, personnel matters, a bus purchase, a budget transfer, and an FY21 budget update. No bid openings were scheduled, and an executive session was planned for collective bargaining strategy.

• Discussion of extending the March 24, 2020 policy regarding Governor Baker's COVID-19 Order No. 13
• Contract award for purchase of a 14-passenger multi-functional bus
• Request for transfer of funds within FY20 Registry of Deeds budget
• FY21 budget update
• Executive session on collective bargaining with AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting via conference call to conduct a public hearing on the FY21 operating budget. The body will also review trial balances from late 2019 and early 2020. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93.

• Public hearing on FY21 Operating Budget
• Approval of November 2019, December 2019, and January 2020 trial balances
• Executive session regarding AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417 Registry, Engineering and Maintenance Units
• Capital Improvement Report
• Coronavirus update

Commissioners Emergency

The Norfolk County Commissioners are holding an emergency meeting via conference call. The body will discuss and potentially vote on Governor Baker's Emergency COVID-19 Order No. 13 as it relates to county employees.

• Discussion and potential vote on Governor Baker's Emergency COVID-19 Order No. 13

The Norfolk County Commissioners held an emergency meeting to address COVID-19. They voted unanimously to provide paid sick time to employees who self-quarantined before April 2, 2020, and adopted a shelter-in-place plan through April 7, 2020, designating critical employees, work-from-home arrangements, and paid leave for non-essential staff. The plan also allows the Register of Deeds to determine Registry operations.

• Approved paid sick leave for self-quarantined employees (up to 80 hours for full-time, average two-week hours for part-time) (3-0)
• Adopted shelter-in-place plan through April 7, 2020, with critical employees reporting to work and others on paid leave or working from home (3-0)

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will meet to receive updates on the coronavirus and the FY21 budget. The agenda includes a capital improvement report and personnel matters for consideration.

• Coronavirus update
• FY21 Budget update
• Capital Improvement Report
• Personnel matters for consideration
• February Registry Revenues update

Revised Commissioners

The Commissioners will receive updates on the coronavirus and the FY21 budget. The meeting includes a report on February Registry revenues and a capital improvement report. An executive session is scheduled to discuss collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417.

• FY21 Budget Update
• February Registry Revenues update
• Capital Improvement Report
• Collective bargaining strategy for AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417 Registry, Engineering and Maintenance Units

OPEB Board of Trustees

The OPEB Board of Trustees will meet to review the minutes from June 1, 2017. The board will also review a Portfolio Performance Statement and discuss the impact of current financial markets on the Fund.

• Review of Portfolio Performance Statement presented by Financial Advisor Michael Marshall
• Discussion of current financial markets' impact on the Fund
• Approval of June 1, 2017 meeting minutes

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are meeting to conduct FY21 budget reviews for Information Technology, Registry of Deeds, and the Agricultural High School. The body will also discuss increasing county protocols and precautions regarding COVID-19.

• Bid opening for a 2019 or newer Passenger Type A Mini School Activity Bus for Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• Contract award for natural gas for a period of 2 years
• Rate increases for eight Rangers at the Wollaston Recreational Facility
• Employment of Emily C. Perry as Substitute Teacher at $100/day
• Resignation of Jill D. LaBelle as Substitute Nurse at $200.00/day

The Norfolk County Commissioners met on March 11, 2020, and took several actions related to COVID-19 preparedness, including voting to follow Blue Cross Blue Shield recommendations and approving enhanced cleaning protocols. They also took under advisement the FY21 budget proposals for Information Technology, the Registry of Deeds, and the Norfolk County Agricultural High School. Personnel changes and contract awards were approved as detailed in the minutes.

• Approved Executive Session Minutes of February 26, 2020 (3-0)
• Approved Open Session Minutes of March 4, 2020 (3-0)
• Voted to follow Blue Cross Blue Shield recommendations related to COVID-19 (3-0)
• Took FY21 Information Technology Budget Proposal under advisement (3-0)
• Took FY21 Registry of Deeds Budget Proposal under advisement (3-0)
• Took FY21 Norfolk County Agricultural High School Budget Proposal under advisement (3-0)
• Awarded natural gas contract to Patriot Energy Group (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including resignations, new hires, and rate increases

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners are reviewing budget proposals for FY21 across multiple departments. The body will also discuss a proposed hiring freeze for the remainder of FY2020.

• Discussion of proposed hiring freeze for remainder of FY2020
• FY21 Budget Reviews for Facilities Maintenance, Commissioners’ Office, and RSVP
• FY21 Budget Reviews for Wollaston Recreational Facility, Engineering, and Treasurer's Office
• Promotion of Richard Genitti to Painter/Roving Utility Worker at $28.04 effective March 9, 2020

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will consider personnel appointments and the 2020 season rates for Presidents Golf Course. The body will also vote on a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 93 Local 2417 Engineering Unit.

• Vote on Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Council 93 Local 2417 Engineering Unit
• Presidents Golf Course 2020 Season Rates
• Appointment of Sharon Snape as Senior Clerk at $38,541.40 annual
• Executive session to discuss real property exchange or lease of Norfolk County Agricultural High School and 1377 North Street, Walpole, MA
• Personnel updates for Agricultural High School student workers and substitute instructor

The Norfolk County Commissioners approved the 2020 Presidents Golf Course fee schedule, raising greens fees by $2-$5 and season subscriptions by 6%. They also appointed Richard Genitti as Facilities Maintenance Painting/Roving Utility Worker, approved a sick day transfer between two maintenance employees, and ratified a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 93 Local 2417 Engineering Unit. Chairman O'Brien recused himself from the maintenance position vote due to a relative being a candidate.

• Adopted 2020 Presidents Golf Course Fee Schedule with greens fee increases of $2-$5 and 6% season subscription increase
• Appointed Richard Genitti as Facilities Maintenance Painting/Roving Utility Worker (Chairman O'Brien abstained)
• Approved transfer of 15 sick days between two Facility Maintenance employees
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Council 93 Local 2417 Engineering Unit
• Approved minutes of February 19, 2020 open session
• Executed personnel actions including new hires and rate changes for NCAHS and Registry of Deeds
• Approved payroll and expense warrants totaling over $1 million
• No contracts awarded and no bids opened

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to review capital improvements and personnel matters. The body will discuss January registry revenues and year-to-date revenue trends. A contract award for horse grain for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School is on the agenda.

• Contract award for horse grain for the Norfolk County Agricultural High School
• January Registry Revenues and year-to-date revenue trends
• Capital Improvement Report
• Personnel matters regarding address changes for Sarah C. Ostar and Michael L. Ryan

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to review personnel updates and contract awards for the Agricultural High School. The body will also consider a Letter of Intent with Kearsarge Solar LLC and an engineering request from the Town of Brookline.

• Letter of Intent between Norfolk County, Norfolk County Agricultural High School, and Kearsarge Solar LLC
• Rate increase for Amy M. Flynn to $18.50/hr
• Employment of Margaret E. Greenway at $14.25/hr
• Contract awards for animal fish feeds, bedding, and grain for the Agricultural High School
• Engineering Department request from the Town of Brookline

Commissioners Meeting

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to review personnel changes and award a contract for a telephone system at the Agricultural High School. The body will also review a Capital Improvement Report and county bond documents.

• Contract award for lease/purchase of a telephone system for the Agricultural High School
• Resignation of Rebecca M. Green as Substitute Instructor at Agricultural High School ($100.00/day)
• Review of Norfolk County Bonds documents and approvals
• Capital Improvement Report

The Commissioners unanimously approved the sale of $3,415,000 in general obligation municipal purpose bonds to Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, with proceeds funding capital projects at Norfolk County Agricultural High School and county facilities. They also approved a five-year lease/purchase contract for a new phone system at the high school, totaling $31,014.60. The board approved minutes from prior meetings and tabled collective bargaining agreements for maintenance and registry units.

• Approved sale of $3,415,000 in bonds to Morgan Stanley (unanimous)
• Approved lease/purchase of NEC phone system for NCAHS, $516.91/month for 5 years (unanimous)
• Approved revised minutes of January 15, 2020
• Approved minutes of January 22, 2020
• Tabled collective bargaining agreements for Maintenance and Registry Units
• No bid openings; no contracts awarded beyond phone system

Revised Commissioners

The Norfolk County Commissioners are meeting to approve minutes and discuss personnel and contract matters. Key items include a telephone system lease or purchase for the Agricultural High School and the execution of collective bargaining agreements.

• Lease/Purchase of a Telephone System for the Agricultural High School
• Execution of Collective Bargaining Agreements for Maintenance and Registry Units, AFSCME Council 93, Local 2417
• Resignation of Rebecca M. Green as Substitute Instructor at Agricultural High School ($100.00/day)
• Norfolk County Bonds documents and approvals

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review the minutes from the previous meeting and receive reports from the Manager of Administration & Budgets and the County Director. The agenda includes personnel matters regarding the Agricultural High School.

• Promotion of Sarah A. Hinkley to Part-Time Office Clerk at $18.00/hr.
• Contingent employment of Kathleen M. Watson as On Call Substitute Instructor at $100.00/day.
• Name change notice for Courtney B. Chapia to Courtney B. Erhardt.

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will meet to reorganize the body and review the FY21 budget process. The agenda includes considerations for personnel changes and the awarding of copy machine leases and supplies contracts.

• FY21 Budget & Budget Process
• Proposal to replace Tile Setter/Roving Utility Worker with Painter/Roving Utility Worker
• Lease of Copy Machine for the NC Commissioners Office
• Lease of Copy Machine for the NC Treasurers Office
• Resignations of Carolyn Serra ($35.00/hr) and Kurt Daher ($15.00/hr)

Commissioners' Revised

The Norfolk County Commissioners will meet to reorganize the body and discuss the FY21 budget process. The board will consider replacing a Tile Setter/Roving Utility Worker position with a Painter/Roving Utility Worker position. The meeting includes reviews of Registry of Deeds revenues and county audits.

• Reorganization of the Norfolk County Commissioners
• Contract awards for copy machine leases and supplies for the Commissioners and Treasurers offices
• Proposal to replace Tile Setter/Roving Utility Worker with Painter/Roving Utility Worker position
• Discussion of FY21 Budget & Budget Process
• Review of FY20 Registry of Deeds Revenues

Commissioners Meeting

The Commissioners will review the December 31, 2019, meeting minutes and the October 2019 trial balance. The agenda includes a personnel promotion for the Agricultural High School.

• Promotion of Sheryl B. Simoes to Administrative Assistant to Director of Student Services at $49,705.58/yr.