Frank Reynolds, town attorney, observed that it is important

Frank Reynolds, town attorney, observed that it is important for the people appointed to be willing to understand the legal issues involved in cases handled by the BZA. It “can break an ordinance faster than anybody eles by granting variances improperly,” he noted.

Council took no action on recommendation of candidates to the BZA, but suggested that interested residents be approached to gauge their interest.

On budget matters, Mayor Morehouse asked council members to “prioritize” their budget wish list, and suggested a “heavy work session” on the budget at council’s June 10 meeting. He once again stressed his committment to the fire department, and met with general agreement from the rest of council.

“Everybody saw what they did at Washington House,” said Mr. Wickens. “It was herculean. They give excellent service, and the fire departments are not supported the way they should be in the county.”

“Just listen to how often the siren goes off,” added Mrs. Willis.

“It should be number two on the budget behind water,” Mr. Wickens suggested, getting the approval of all present.

Peter Skowronski questioned the ability of council to work up a realistic budget without a concrete idea of the revenue flow.

“It’s a shot in the dark,” the mayor agreed. “We have no historical input. All we can do is set priorities and spend in that order. Any offline items must be approved by council; that’s how you control it.”

Camille Harris suggested that council think in terms of an escrow account to build a fund for a municipal septic system, for five to ten years in the fiiture.

Mr. Morehouse replied that it is a consideration in the town’s longrange plan, “but given the dearth of federal funds” he questioned the ability of the town to finance the expense involved.

“The toxicity is a problem which is not going to be solved soon,” he