Mount Washington, MA

Select Board Meeting
Agenda for Monday November 19th, 2018 at 7pm

• Signing of Vendor and Payroll Warrants
• Approval of Minutes from November 5th meeting
• Town Office Manager posting – applications received and appointment
• Schoolhouse Committee first meeting on Thursday November 15th
• Broadband Issues
  • Crocker Communications – discussion with Matt Crocker on Nov 7
  • MBI site visit on Wednesday Nov 7 and closeout report finalization
• Transfer station attendant vacancy and posting
• Citizen Speak Time
• Any Other Matters which may come before the Board.

Mt. Washington Transfer Station Attendant Job Notice and Job Description

The Town of Mount Washington will have a vacancy for the job of Transfer Station Attendant, beginning in early January when our current attendant Alex Furcht heads off to UMass Amherst. Alex has done a great job and has provided us with a short list of the job’s responsibilities:

• To have the containers emptied by JTC and Sons Inc. as needed;
• To make sure access to the recycling dumpsters and trash compactor is clear;
• Monitoring who is using the transfer station and making sure they are a resident or homeowner in the town of Mt. Washington;
• Ensuring that those residents using the transfer station have paid the appropriate annual waste management fee;
• Scheduling bulky waste dumpsters to be delivered twice a year in the spring and fall to Mount Washington;
• Monitoring the bulky waste dumpsters to make sure only permitted items are left
• Keeping the transfer station clear of debris and clutter;
• Keeping the fly population contained as much as possible in the warmer months;
• Sanding and shoveling snow from all transfer station areas during winter months to allow easy access;
• Operating trash compactor as needed;
• Checking that the waste containers are well maintained and in good working order.

In addition, the Transfer Station attendant must be able to work independently, possess good decision-making skills, and have the ability to communicate effectively to ensure everyone’s compliance with Transfer Station rules. Hours are Saturdays 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sundays from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm (11 hours per week). Hourly wage is $15.00. Alex has agreed to provide a training session with the new attendant before he leaves his position after the holidays. Please contact the Select Board to apply for the job by sending an email to all of the following:

Brian Tobin – briantobin@townofmtwashington.com
Gail Garrett – gailg@townofmtwashington.com
Jim Lovejoy – jimlovejoy@townofmtwashington.com

Thanks!

The Select Board

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Town of Mount Washington
Public Hearing

The Mount Washington Planning Board will hold a public hearing pursuant to the provisions of MGL 40A Section 5 on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 6:45 p.m. at the Town Hall, 118 East St. Mount Washington MA, to provide interested parties with an opportunity to comment on proposed amendments to the Mount Washington Bylaws. The proposed amendments would add one associate member to the Planning Board and two associate members to the Zoning Board of Appeals. These changes would be added to Article III §215-6 (L) and Article IV §215-7 of the Zoning Bylaws. Copies of the proposed text may be inspected in the Town Clerk’s office at the Town Hall during office hours or on the Town web site. Any person wishing to be heard on these matters should appear at the time and place designated.
Bill Short – Planning Board Chairman    posted on 11.9.18   &   11.16.18

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Town Office Manager

The Town of Mount Washington is seeking a town office manager reporting to the Board of Selectmen. Applicant must possess strong administrative skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent organizational and customer service skills.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• preparation and posting of Selectmen’s agenda, minutes and annual town report, answering telephone, distributing and responding to email and mail;
• assisting all town departments, as needed;
• maintaining comprehensive computer and office files on all issues;
• maintaining computer, printer, copier and supplies as needed;
• organizing and maintaining the office and Town Hall plus all other duties the Select Board deem necessary.

Municipal experience and an understanding of MA General Laws and two-year college degree preferred, but not required. Position is part-time including some evening hours. Position offers a benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested applicants should email or mail a letter of interest and resume to: Mount Washington Selectboard, 118 East Street, Mount Washington, MA 01258.

Email gailg@townofmtwashington.com, briantobin@townofmtwashington.com and jimlovejoy@townofmtwashington.com DEADLINE for applications: November 15, 2018 at 5pm. The Town of Mount Washington is an EOE.

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