Emergency Management Meeting 10/21/08 7:00p.m.
Present: Clayton Chaffee, Andrew Pyenson, Donald Hawley, Don Chaffee, Chris Bouchard, Sandy Pinkham
Items for shelter: The committee discussed going to Costco to purchase utensils, pots, pans for serving approximately 100 people in case of an emergency.
Food: Also discussed the need for food/ blankets/cots. Chris Bouchard will give Charles Harner his contact person for MEMA and Charles will also contact the Red Cross. We would need enough food for 96 hours.
Mutual Aide Agreement: Charles Harner stated that the Addendum to the Mutual Aide Agreement has not been signed. Charles Harner is looking into the legalities of the Agreement.
Hazard Mitigation Grant: The Selectmen and the Town Administrator are in the process of looking into the Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Tier II Reports: The Town of Otis has completed their Tier II reporting. The Committee does not know of any other large capacity of chemicals/gas/oil tanks in town that need reporting.
Hayden Pond Dam Safety Order: Charles Harner had concerns regarding the dam overflowing. Andrew Pyenson believes that work has already been done to the dam. Charles will look into this.
FRRS: The Principal of Schools, Jeffrey Hatch, has inquired as to whether the Town Hall could be a backup shelter for the school. Depending on the situation, it could work. The Committee will discuss further with Joanne Austin, Superintendent of school. Also Principal Hatch had some concerns about a base radio unit for communications with the highway/police/fire/rescue. The Committee will also discuss this issue with Joanne Austin.
Sandy Pinkham discussed possibly using emergency management funds for the firehouse. The plumbing for the sink has not been finished. In case of an emergency they may need to use that kitchen. He would also like to purchase signs in case a road is closed due to any emergency situation. He will look into the costs and quantity. Sandy will also be drawing up a plan for the kitchen renovations.
Meeting Adjourned: 8:00p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
Heather Venne
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