Town of Antrim – Board of Selectmen
Meeting Minutes
March 2, 2009
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chairman of the Board of Selectmen Michael Genest in the Little Town Hall at the Antrim Town Hall.
Members Present: Michael Genest, Steven Schacht and Gordon Webber.
Staff Present: Neal Cass (Town Administrator), Scott Lester (Police Chief).
1. Acceptance of previous Board of Selectmen minutes.
VOTE: Selectman Webber moved that the minutes of the February 9, 2009 Board of Selectmen meeting be accepted as printed. Selectman Schacht seconded the motion. There being no further discussion, Chairman Genest called for the vote. All members voted in favor and the Chairman declared the motion carried.
VOTE: Selectman Schacht moved that the minutes of the February 16, 2009 Board of Selectmen special meeting be accepted as printed. Selectman Schacht seconded the motion. There being no further discussion, Chairman Genest called for the vote. All members voted in favor and the Chairman declared the motion carried.
2. Appointment with Library Trustees Nancy Benda and Margie Warner.
Selectmen and the Library Trustees discussed the proposed library generator
· The Trustees received a quote from electrician Dale Johnson for $3,918.21 to wire the library so that it is ready for a generator.
· The consensus is that a 10,000 kw generator is what’s needed.
· It won’t be stored at the library.
· Selectmen reminded the Trustees that 3 quotes are needed for the electrical work.
· The Trustees main goal is to have heat and assure that there is compliance with all codes.
Library Portico
· There is $15,700 remaining of TIF money that has been approved for the library portico.
· Selectmen stated that three quotes are required for the project and the Trustees agreed and having asked how to do this, were directed to work with the Town Administrator.
3. Appointment with Eagle Scout Candidate Luke Johnson.
Mr. Johnson presented his proposed Eagle Scout Leadership Project to the Board. As outlined in his proposal: “The project will give Governor Goodell Park a fresh focal point. The focal point will include apple trees and a historical plaque carved in soapstone. Granite benches will provide locals and visitors with a place to reflect.” Selectmen enthusiastically support the project which will have no cost to the town.
4. Appointment with Police Chief Scott Lester.
West Street Request for Stop Signs
· Chief Lester stated that upon review of the West Street and School Street intersection he has found that there is not a major need for a Stop sign, but one is not a real hindrance and the only negative to adding one is the inconvenience. He stated that stopping adds about 3 seconds to the trip down West Street.
· Mr. McDonald, a West Street resident, stated that he thought that the least restrictive steps should be taken first including more enforcement.
· After discussion the Board decided to place a “Yield to Pedestrians” sign and a ‘Crosswalk” sign on West Street.
It was decided that Chief Lester will speak to the police station Warrant Article at Town Meeting.
Selectmen review the draft of the Charge to the Police Station Advisory Committee and approved it as presented.
5. Town Administrator Updates
· A local company has offered a locked in price for heating oil for next year. The Town Administrator will gather other prices to compare.
· The Board discussed moving the Water Street steel plates to the small bridge at the end of Grove Street when they are no longer needed at Water Street.
· The Board reviewed the bids for the Depot Street over the Contoocook project. The engineer has recommended awarding the bid to Renaud Bros. of Vermont.
· The building department is functioning well. A review of all outstanding permits is taking place now.
· The Board will meet next Monday at 8:00 a.m.
· The Board would still like the Antrim Garage site considered by the Police Station Advisory Committee.
6. Non-public Session – RSA 91-A:3 II (b) Hiring of a Public Employee
VOTE: Selectman Schacht moved that the Board of Selectmen enter into Non-Public session under the provision of RSA 91-A:3 II (b). Selectman Webber seconded the motion. Chairman Genest called for the vote. Selectman Webber, Schacht and Genest voted in favor and the Chairman declared the motion carried (3-0).
The Board entered Non-Public Session at 7:03 p.m. returning to open session at 7:15 p.m.
VOTE: Selectman Webber moved that the minutes of the just concluded Non-Public Session be sealed. Selectman Schacht seconded the motion. There being no further discussion, Chairman Genest call for the vote. All members present voted in favor and the Chairman declared the motion carried.
There being no further business, the Board decided by consensus to adjourn at 7:16 p.m. The next meeting will be Monday, March 9, 2009 at 8:00 a.m.
Recorder: Neal A. Cass
Date: March 6, 2009
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