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Board tables proposed snow‑and‑ice operations policy after heated debate over collaboration with highway department
Summary
A proposed snow‑and‑ice operations policy drew objections that it was drafted without adequate input from the highway superintendent and union; the board voted to table the policy for further interdepartmental and union review.
A proposed snow‑and‑ice operations policy for the Department of Public Works prompted an extended exchange at the Feb. 4 meeting and was tabled for additional review.
Several board members and the DPW director debated whether the policy had been drafted in collaboration with the highway superintendent and with union rules in mind. The DPW director explained the policy was designed to create a non‑biased callout and overtime process based on qualifications and seniority; others said they wanted more joint drafting with the highway superintendent and the union to avoid operational surprise or perceived micromanagement. One board member moved to table the policy so departments and the union could convene; the motion passed following discussion. The town manager and DPW director said they were open to further edits and union consultation before resubmitting a revised policy for board action.
