March 15, 2010
The regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairwoman Davies with all members in attendance.
Mr. Harold Fera, Rockwell Amusements – RE: request for Common Victualler, Weekday Entertainment for carnival at Crossroads Shopping Plaza
Mr. Fera stated his company is planning a carnival again this year at the Crossroad Shopping Plaza, April 13th – April 17th with hours being 6 – 10 p.m. on the 13th, 14th & 15th & 1 PM – 11 PM on the 16th & 17th.
Mrs. Chaves stated she remembers last year’s carnival and the fact that signs on the utility poles announcing the carnival stayed up well-past its conclusion. She asked that the signs be taken down immediately after the carnival. Also, Mr. Mayhew stated signs should not be placed on the utility poles.
Mr. Fera stated he will let the advertising company know of these issues.
On a Mayhew/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously approved the request of Mr. Fera d/b/a Rockwell Amusements for a Common Victualler & Weekday Entertainment License for the Crossroads Shopping Plaza carnival on April 13th – April 17, with hours as noted.
On a Mayhew/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the March 1st minutes as submitted.
On a Chaves/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to ratify Mr. Fraine’s annual appointments as presented this evening (list attached).
On a Chaves/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the list of appointments presented this evening (attached).
Mrs. Chaves made a motion, seconded by Mr. Connor to appoint Jim Dunlea to the Zoning Board Alternate Position.
Under discussion, Mr. Delsignore, ZBA Chairman stated a resignation has been received from Mr. Cochrane and thought the Selectmen may consider appointing Mr. Dunlea to the regular position. The Selectmen stated the resignation isn’t official until it is filed in the Town Clerk’s Office and noted this appointment could be delayed until their 3/22 meeting.
Mrs. Chaves withdrew her motion. On a Mayhew/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to table Mr. Dunlea’s appointment until their 3/22 meeting.
Mr. DiMartino
- Water/Sewer Rate Review continued
- Bid Award – Hartford Ave. Water Treatment Plant Pressure Filter Rehab
Minutes of March 15, 2010
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Mr. DiMartino stated he met with Mr. Fraine and Mrs. Mathieu to evaluate alternatives to the rate review recommendations presented to the Board a few weeks ago. With the “No Budget Reductions” alternative, minimal water users would see an annual increase of $24.80 in their water rate; average users would see an increase of $70.79. With the “$100,000 Budget Reduction”, minimal users would see an increase of $17.60; average users would see an increase of $43.70. With the “$150,000 Budget Reduction”, minimal users would see an increase of $18.32; average users would see an increase of $37.91. And with the “$200,000 Budget Reduction”, minimal users would see an increase of $17.84 and average users an increase of $30.83. All increases will take effect
July 1st.
Under discussion, several Board members expressed their concern with the proposed cuts stating it would be poor planning for the Town’s future. Mr. Mayhew recommended the $100,000 budget reduction which would give a little relief to Town residents.
On a Chaves/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to close the water/sewer rate public hearing. On a Chaves/Goodnow motion, the Board voted to accept the “No Budget Reductions” alternative. Mr. Mayhew opposed; all other members voted in the affirmative.
On a Chaves/Mayhew motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve the sewer rate increase with minimum users seeing a $12.00 annual increase and average users a $45.00 increase, effective July 1st.
On a Chaves/Mayhew motion, the Board unanimously voted that Mr. DiMartino continue with the conceptual design for the Town Center Intersection Project using $50,000 from the JPI mitigation.
On a Mayhew/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted that Contract 2010-10, Hartford Ave. Water Treatment Plant Pressure Filter Rehab be awarded to low bidder Waterline Services, LLC of Seabrook, NH not to exceed $122,129.00.
Board members reviewed pictures of the Dupre Rd. area (Silver Lake) brought in by John Costantino and Peter Delsignore showing items dumped & stored on property abutting the lake. They expressed their concern regarding the quality of the lake because of these items. Board members felt it is important to set up a meeting with the ConCom, Board of Health, Fire Chief, Town Counsel & Inspectional Services.
On a Mayhew/Chaves motion, the Board unanimously voted to approve license renewals for New England Country Club and the Chowder Bowl Restaurant.
Minutes of March 15, 2010
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Mr. DiMartino requested an executive session pertaining to North St. water main extension negotiations. Members of the Board were polled with all voting in the affirmative.
On a Mayhew/Goodnow motion, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Jacqueline A. Bokoski
Administrative Assistant
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