Town of East Hampton
Ethics Commission Regular Meeting
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Town Hall Meeting Room
Minutes
Present: Chairman James Scroggins, Vice Chairman David Gizewicz, Robert Kilpatrick and James Valad; Alternates John McBrearty and Mila Smith; Recording Secretary Cathy Sirois.
Call to order and Pledge of Allegiance: Chairman Scroggins called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. All stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
A motion was made by Mr. Kilpatrick, seconded by Mr. Gizewicz, to seat Mila Smith as an alternate to fill the open seat. Voted (4-0).
Approval of Minutes:
A motion was made by Mr. Valad, seconded by Mr. Scroggins, to approve the June 15, 2011 Regular Meeting minutes as written. Voted (3-0-2). Mr. Gizewicz and Mr. Kilpatrick abstained as they were absent from that meeting.
Chairman’s Communications:
A letter from Margaret Faber was reviewed. No action was taken as the letter was informational only. Also Chairman Scroggins provided a copy of his resignation letter to the Commission.
Discussion of Commission Membership:
The Appointments Sub-Committee reappointed Mr. Valad as a full member and Mr. McBrearty as an alternate.
Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman:
A motion was made by Mr. Kilpatrick, seconded by Ms. Smith, to nominate David Gizewicz as the Chairman. Voted (5-0).
A motion was made by Ms. Smith, seconded by Mr. Gizewicz, to nominate James Valad as the Vice Chairman. Voted (5-0).
Discussion of Administrative Procedures:
Mr. Scroggins suggested the webpage for the Ethics Commission be updated to include Frequently Asked Questions that relate to the rules and procedures for filing complaints.
Other Business to Consider:
None.
Adjournment:
A motion was made by Mr. Kilpatrick, seconded by Mr. Valad, to adjourn the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Voted (5-0).
Respectfully submitted,
Cathy Sirois
Recording Secretary
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