HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-04-15 Fiscal Task Force (Ad Hoc) - Charge Ad Hoc Fiscal Task Force
Members 7 to 11 members
Appointed by Selectmen
Length of Term. Preliminary recommendations to Selectmen by July Pt
Final Report by September 15th.
Appointments Made As Needed
Meeting Times one evening per week in May and June (day to be determined)
Description. To evaluate the Town's likely financial scenario for the FY2010 to FY 2014
period, identify options for dealing with these challenges and recommend policies and actions to
maintain stable and vibrant Town services when financially feasible
The work of the Task Force will include, but not be limited to
1 Identifying the potential significant changes to the Town's revenue base/financial
condition resulting from the current economic downturn,
2 Assessing the potential length of the current downturn as it applies to the Town's
financial condition, and
3 Propose options for addressing the impact of the recession on the Town's ability to
fund services, including
• service reduction or elimination,
• use of reserves, and
• changes in the capital plan.
Criteria for Membership The Task Force members shall consist of fiscally inclined citizens,
with sufficient background to anticipate the future financial and political landscape
Composition. Selectmen (2), School Committee (1), TMMA (1) and citizens (up to 7) Staff
support will be provided by the Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager for Finance and
Budget Officer The School Superintendent or his designee shall be a non-voting member
Re£. Charge adopted by the Selectmen on April 15, 2009 Members designated as Special
Municipal Employees on April 15, 2009 Dissolved November 2009
Members
Peter Enrich, Chairman Liaisons John Bartenstem, Appropriations
Paul Asquith Charles Lamb, CEC
Charles Benson Alan Levine, Appropriations
George Burnell Staff: Rob Addelson, Comptroller
Thomas Diaz Paul Ash, School Superintendent
Andrew Friedlich Micah Niemy, Budget Officer
Catherine Gill Carl Valente, Town Manager
Jeanne Krieger
Joseph Rancatore
John Rosenberg
Herbert Wasserman