On Saturday, August 29th at 10:30, the dedication of the Plum Brook Recreational Area took place. Located on Potwine Lane, this beautiful facility is now open for use by the citizens of Amherst. Notwithstanding the rain, many people attended to participate in the celebration. The Master of Ceremony was the Chair of the Leisure Services and Supplemental Education Committee (LSSE), Stan Ziomek. Stan entertained the audience with his good humor and stories. A presentation was made by the Amherst Youth Soccer Association of a check of $50,000.00 to the town to support the construction of this great facility. Linda Chalfant, Director of LSSE, stated the town's appreciation for this extraordinary gift.
I also would like to acknowledge the great work of the Department of Public Works (DPW) on the Plum Brook Project. Guilford Mooring, Superintendent of the DPW provided the leadership and resources necessary to complete the construction portion of the project. Jason Skeels, Town Engineer worked very hard on this project especially ensuring that the environmental commitments made by the town were completed. Dave Orrel has worked his magic on the turf to reduce the weeds and enhance the growth of grass.
Larry Shaffer
Town Manager
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Friday, August 7, 2009
SUMMER PROJECTS
The summer is a great time to take a look at those possibilities that require time and study. This summer, we are completing the reorganization of departments. Inspections and Community Development have been incorporated into the Planning and Conservation suite on the Second Floor of Town Hall. The consolidation of these departments allows for each to share resources and for the public to have an opportunity to have one stop shopping for zoning, planning, conservation, community development and building permit activities.
I have been reviewing water and sewer performance over the last number of years in preparation for recommendations to the Select Board for particular initiatives late in the fall of this year. Completing the search and selection process for the Police Chief and Fire Chief positions is also a top priority for the near term. The feasibility study to consider regionalization for emergency dispatch will also take place this fall.
The Town of Amherst Health Insurance Trust numbers for FY '09 are complete. The Town of Amherst increased its reserves in the Trust from $2,458,194. to $2,881,617. over the last fiscal year. The success of the Health Insurance Trust is the result of the movement of employees to a less expensive plans and the continuous monitoring of claims to catch errors and to seek reimbursement. John Musante and Kay Zlogar have done a great job with the Health Insurance Trust.
Cherry Hill Golf Course financial report for Fiscal Year 2009 is complete. Cherry Hill revenue for the period is $253, 725. and expenses for the same period is $210,611. Cherry Hill's operation has generated a surplus of close to $100,000. over the last two years. Much credit goes to Linda Chalfant and Barb Bilz for their work at Cherry Hill.
Have a great summer.
Larry Shaffer, Town Manager
I have been reviewing water and sewer performance over the last number of years in preparation for recommendations to the Select Board for particular initiatives late in the fall of this year. Completing the search and selection process for the Police Chief and Fire Chief positions is also a top priority for the near term. The feasibility study to consider regionalization for emergency dispatch will also take place this fall.
The Town of Amherst Health Insurance Trust numbers for FY '09 are complete. The Town of Amherst increased its reserves in the Trust from $2,458,194. to $2,881,617. over the last fiscal year. The success of the Health Insurance Trust is the result of the movement of employees to a less expensive plans and the continuous monitoring of claims to catch errors and to seek reimbursement. John Musante and Kay Zlogar have done a great job with the Health Insurance Trust.
Cherry Hill Golf Course financial report for Fiscal Year 2009 is complete. Cherry Hill revenue for the period is $253, 725. and expenses for the same period is $210,611. Cherry Hill's operation has generated a surplus of close to $100,000. over the last two years. Much credit goes to Linda Chalfant and Barb Bilz for their work at Cherry Hill.
Have a great summer.
Larry Shaffer, Town Manager
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