Roll Call
The following members were present upon roll call:
| Status | Name & Title |
|---|---|
| Present | Robert H. Carnahan |
| Present | Greg Parker |
| Present | Mary Joan Dickson |
| Present | Julie Rivera |
| Present | Chuck Becker |
| Present | Richard Thiel |
| Present | Nick Recupito |
| Absent | Jennifer Sandberg (Clerk-Treasurer) |
| Absent | Tracy Haskell (HCSC Liaison) |
| Absent | David Warne (CPCSC Liaison) |
| Absent | Cheryl Hajduk (Recording Secretary) |
Also present: Margo Nagy, Chief Deputy Clerk (serving in place of Clerk-Treasurer Sandberg); David Austgen, Town Attorney. Town Manager Benjamin Eldridge was not noted as present.
Pledge of Allegiance
Commission President led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Consent Agenda
Items presented: (1) Minutes — February 3, 2026; (2) Claims — Fund 808: $4,085.00; Fund 404: $88.50.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda made by Mr. Parker; seconded by Mr. Recupito.
| Member | Vote |
|---|---|
| Carnahan | Yes |
| Recupito | Yes |
| Parker | Yes |
| Dickson | Yes |
| Rivera | Yes |
| Becker | Yes |
| Thiel | Yes |
Motion carried 7–0.
New Business
1. Explore Everyday Award: April Meeting Nominee
The Commission considered nominations for the Explore Everyday Award to be presented at the April meeting. Member Carnahan nominated Centier Bank, noting that the bank operates two locations in the community and has demonstrated strong community support.
Motion to nominate Centier Bank for the Explore Everyday Award made by Ms. Dickson; seconded by Ms. Rivera.
| Member | Vote |
|---|---|
| Carnahan | Yes |
| Recupito | Yes |
| Parker | Yes |
| Dickson | Yes |
| Rivera | Yes |
| Becker | Yes |
| Thiel | Yes |
Motion carried 7–0.
Commission President directed Chief Deputy Clerk Nagy to relay the selection to Recording Secretary Hajduk upon her return, as Hajduk typically handles the notification and certificate preparation process.
School Board Liaison Comments
Mr. Carnahan reported on behalf of the school board liaison that MacArthur Elementary School will hold a Fun Fair on Saturday, March 21st. The school is seeking donations of store-bought cakes for a cakewalk and is also welcoming donations of raffle baskets.
Written Communications
No written communications were received.
Public Comment
No public comments were received in person or online. Public comment was closed.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
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