Town Administrator

Recent and Current Projects

The most significant project that I have been working on since my appointment as Town Administrator is of course the new Municipal Complex. Other significant projects include pavement and sidewalk improvements, bridge maintenance and replacement, assistance with water and sewer improvements, stormwater management, and airline trail improvements.

Examples of coordination projects that may happen in Town, while not managed by Town forces include the following State Department of Transportation efforts.

Reconstruction of the Industrial Park Road Railroadhighway

Reconstruction of the Station Pedestrian Railroad At-Grade Cross

Town Administrator Reports

On a monthly basis, I prepare a Town Administrator report for the Board of Selectmen, which I review with them at their scheduled meeting. This list includes those efforts and responsibilities managed by my office, along with some other Town department efforts that I may be involved with. Note that on a quarterly basis, all Town departments prepare quarterly reports for the Board of Selectmen, and these quarterly reports are attached to applicable meeting agendas.

Town Charter Information

Along with state statutes and local regulations, the Town Charter dictates many of our municipal operations. The following excerpt and link are related to our current Town Charter.

Effective January 01, 2018

The Charter Revision Commission completed their work in May of 2017 by submitting their final draft of suggested Charter Revisions to the Board of Selectmen. On the November Ballot, Charter Revision was broken down into two questions.

One question addressed the change in terms from two (2) year to four (4) year terms for the Mayor, Selectmen, and Special Service District Authority Members. That question was voted down, and terms remain at two (2) years.

The other question pertained to accepting all other suggested revisions, which was passed.

Beginning January 1, 2018 the Town of Putnam (revised) Charter right here.

Elaine Sistare, PE, BCEE

Welcome to the Town Administrator's Office!

The Town Administrator is appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Board of Selectmen. Specific duties include assisting the Mayor in preparation of the annual budget and five-year capital improvement program, overseeing town personnel and labor relations/negotiations, and making recommendations for improvements in Town policies, procedures and programs.

Municipal Complex Building Committee

Board of Selectman