No matter how anyone tries to frame it, the Templeton advisory committee did not follow town bylaw, as in violated the bylaws of Templeton on September 20, 2023 during which the committee discussed and voted against a transfer from the town reserve fund.
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Monday, October 30, 2023
Something to remember as one contemplates article 22 of the upcoming STM on November 15, 2023.
https://www.templetonma.gov/home/select-board/pages/stone-bridge
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Do you know there is actually a written requirement for a PARCs grant.
Friday, October 27, 2023
By The Republican Editorials
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Sent: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 10:33 AM
To: jeff bennett <j_bennett506@hotmail.com>
Subject: RE: crack sealing roads
Jeff, to what contract are you referring? If you are referring to TRD02 which includes asphalt/paving services it is an active contract. It renewed in SEPT2021 through AUG2024 and then has one more three-year renewal through 2027. As for funding, that is a matter for the Town of Templeton as they are the ones paying for It not the State unless, it is a State road then the DOT likely procured the work and if the contract is active then there is no error.
From: jeff bennett <j_bennett506@hotmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 24, 2023 9:25 AM
To: Thompson Clark, Kelly (OSD) <Kelly.ThompsonClark@mass.gov>
Subject: crack sealing roads
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Good day, Templeton town administrator forwarded me a document with your name attached to it, email dated May 27, 2021, regarding a contract for crack sealing roads in Templeton for a period of time ending June 30, 2023. A public bidding document can be found of Templeton town website. I observed the company doing crack sealing last week, October 2023, which is after the past contract has expired, which brings me to my question (as a concerned resident who tries to keep up with government stuff) If a contract expires for a service apparently paid for with state funds, how does that work? Is a bid for service for a stated period of time actually just an open ended contract with no time limit or limit on funds available either town or state funds?
Your help in guiding me to understand this is greatly appreciated.
regards,
Jeff Bennett
concerned resident and laymen.
Monday, October 16, 2023
Selectmen are elected to work for you and to look out for you.
from last town administrator weekly report:
Monday, October 9, 2023
From: jeff bennett <j_bennett506@hotmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 5, 2023 6:19 AM
To: Adam D. Lamontagne <alamontagne@TempletonMA.gov>; Currie, Michael <mcurrie@TempletonMA.gov>; Griffis, Terry <tgriffis@TempletonMA.gov>; Toth, Timothy <ttoth@templetonma.gov>; Richard, Julie <jrichard@TempletonMA.gov>; Rivard, Matthew <mrivard@TempletonMA.gov>
Subject: free cash plan
Good day, since the town financial management policy has a requirement for the town administrator to come up with a plan for use of free cash upon certification, I am requesting a copy of the plan prior to the change to FMP voted by selectmen and a copy of the plan per "new" FMP. I am also requesting a copy of the FY25 capital budget for the town (as in how much money is available for spending on any capital items) I am requesting this information under the MA pubic records law and as the town administrator is one of the records access officer for the town, I would like these records in electronic form.
regards,
Jeff Bennett
Answer from town administrator:
Sent: Thursday, October 5, 2023 8:47 AM
To: jeff bennett <j_bennett506@hotmail.com>; Currie, Michael <mcurrie@TempletonMA.gov>; Griffis, Terry <tgriffis@TempletonMA.gov>; Toth, Timothy <ttoth@templetonma.gov>; Richard, Julie <jrichard@TempletonMA.gov>; Rivard, Matthew <mrivard@TempletonMA.gov>
Subject: RE: free cash plan
Sure. I will provide you with a complete free cash plan under the new policy the Select Board adopted. Only have to provide you with records that exist. You have the right to appeal this determination to the Supervisor of Records pursuant to 950 CMR 32.08(1).
Adam D. Lamontagne, MPA, MCPPO
Town Administrator
More money for MPZ/old school in Baldwinville, but no money for roads/bridges/sidewalks???
Friday, October 6, 2023
From: jeff bennett <j_bennett506@hotmail.com>