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Winter Harbor discusses fire truck purchase, moves FEMA funds to investments; manager flags potential $30,000 forensic audit cost
Summary
Selectmen discussed buying a new pumper/tanker fire truck and voted to move FEMA funds to investments; Town Manager Sara J. Liscomb reported a forensic audit would cost at least $30,000 and that J. Tracey (Fire Chief/Road Commissioner) is expected to start next week.
Selectmen discussed a potential purchase of a new pumper/tanker fire truck at the July 14 meeting and separately moved all FEMA funds into the town’s investment account. The minutes record the motion to move FEMA funds as Approved 3-0; the minutes do not include procurement details or a purchase vote for the truck itself.
Town Manager Sara J. Liscomb updated the board on staff trainings and certifications: two staff members (Sara and Misti) are registered for mandatory training including a two‑day session at the end of August, and Sara Liscomb will take a certified clerk test at the end of July. Liscomb also reported that, after speaking with the auditor, a forensic audit would cost at least $30,000 and that the auditor recommended one only if there is a problem with the yearly audit.
The minutes identify J. Tracey as Fire Chief/Road Commissioner and say Tracey should be starting next week. The town manager told the board the town has no authority over the water or sewer districts, and the town is signing a new mutual aid agreement with the Gouldsboro Fire Department. Notices (30) have been sent regarding unspecified matters.
During public comment, R. Arnett requested new woodchips for the playground and D. Young thanked staff for mowing. The meeting adjourned at 7:31 p.m.
