00:32The master plan, developed and approved by the planning board, outlines 135 major action items, with responsibilities spread across various lead organizations. The Southwick Finance Committee, acting in a supportive role, is contributing to this process by evaluating its seven specific tasks. The aim is to identify the top 50 items that can be addressed in the coming years. The committee members were instructed to rank the items from one to seven, avoiding duplicate rankings to ensure clear priorities.

07:52Additionally, a reserve fund transfer request for $5,000 was approved to cover potential additional gas costs for fleet vehicles. The committee also authorized the chair and vice chair to manage FY 2025 year-end transfers, addressing any budgetary surpluses or deficits across departments, primarily involving salaries and utility costs.