Windham Solid Waste Management District (WSWMD)
Brattleboro, Vermont
Finance Committee Meeting
Via ZOOM and In-Person
Minutes of January 13, 2022
Committee Members Present: Merrill Mundell, Wilmington (Committee Chair); Michelle Cherrier, Dummerston; Patrick Moreland, Brattleboro; Russell Hodgkins, Westminster.
Committee Members Absent: James Damato, Readsboro.
WSWMD Staff Present: Robert Spencer, Executive Director; John Fay, Programs Manager; Vicki Hayes Office Manager/District Clerk.
Others Present: None.
Merrill called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
- Changes and/or Additions to the Agenda: None
- Approval of Minutes – November 11, 2021
Motion to approve the minutes of October 14 as written; made by Patrick, seconded by Russ. Motion carried.
- Review of Check Register-December 2021: Bob mentioned check # 28906 Bensonwood, for woodchips for $5.00 per ton, as an excellent add to the compost operations. Patrick asked about the status of the new compost dumpster. Bob explained that it still needed a few tweaks before it goes into service. Manufacturer has agreed to cover any additional costs to get it in service. The dumpster also has a 40% grant coverage. This unit has many advantages to the current system, and will replace the two smaller hoppers we are currently using. Also discussed was Evan’s paving of the pole barn and recycling area.
Motion to recommend the Board of Supervisors approve the check register for October; made by Patrick, seconded by Russ. Motion carried.
- Review of Financial Statement- December 2021: Vicki gave a brief overview of the financials, making note of the surplus of $116,752.72. She also reminded everyone that this is the slow time of year so we will probably be eating into the surplus. There was further discussion of the potential inflation for FY 23 and how to get ahead of things before the lease with Greenbacker ends, as well as the Renewable Energy Credits. It was decided to continue the discussion with Greenbacker.
Motion to recommend the Board of Supervisors approve the Financial Statement for September; made by Patrick, seconded by Russ. Motion carried.
Executive Session: none
- Next Meeting: March 10,2022 at 6 P.M.
- Adjournment @ 6:40P.M.
Minutes submitted by,
Vicki Hayes
Office Manager/District Clerk