Town of Buxton
Minutes for October 21, 2015 Selectmen’s Meeting
Prepared by: Beverly Gammon
Members Present: Clifford L. Emery, Jean C. Harmon, Peter E. W. Burns, Dennis Santolucito, Chad E. Poitras
Others Present: Brad Garand, Melinda Garand, Ellen DeCotiis, Julie Gamelson, Patrick Hanna,
Public Hearing – 7:00 PM
MMA Model Ordinance GA Yearly Appendices A-D
Selectman Emery read the hearing notice and the Board voted unanimously to open the hearing at 7:00 PM by a vote of 5-0. Selectman Emery explained what each of the Appendices are and provided an overview of changes in some of the overall maximums.
There were no other comments or questions.
Selectman Emery closed the hearing at 7:03 PM.
Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda
Selectman Emery called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM.
Selectman Emery led the Pledge.
- Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes
Selectmen Meeting Minutes October 14, 2015
Approved 5-0
- Discussion held between 4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
The Board had a resident come in with some complaints about SAD 6.
The Fire Chief came in and talked to the Selectmen about the purchase of the new cardiac monitor that was approved at Town Meeting and wanted to know if the money that was left over can be used to purchase a used cardiac monitor for the other rescue unit. Chief Schools also talked about the service truck that has been out of service and wanted to know if the Board has talked about it and what they want to do with winter coming upon us. He does not want to have to send a second rescue unit to respond to a call for assistance
Bradley Garand, a Buxton resident, came in and talked with the Board about being appointed to the School Board.
- Email from Kayla White, Maine DOT Assistant Resident – Re: Bar Mills/Hollis Bridge Progress Meeting Minutes for 10-20-2015
- Email from John Sylvester, 12 Town Group – Re: Solar Presentation for Municipalities and Request for Electric Bill Information
- Review of Projects and Issues
Selectman Santolucito reported that the power upgrade was completed in Dispatch on Tuesday. He came in both Monday and Tuesday to make sure everything that was needed was where it belonged and the project completed. Selectman Santolucito went on to mention the Budget Advisory Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 29 where he said the discussion will center on Frye Island.
Selectman Harmon reported that we welcomed our new Deputy Clerk this week who has been on the job for three days and is doing an excellent job, helping a lot of customers and jumping right in and learning things as she goes.
Selectman Harmon reported that she met with one of the Girl Scout Troops this week. They are working on their Bronze Award and wanted to bounce around some ideas about what they could do here in the community. She gave some examples of their ideas and said the girls are going to prioritize the top three ideas and select the one that will have the most impact and reach the most people in the community and how they can implement that. Selectman Harmon told them she would be glad to come back and talk with them.
Selectman Harmon said she spoke with a resident who lives on Libby Drive that wanted a Stop Sign at the intersection of Libby Drive and Spruce Swamp Road. Selectman Harmon told the lady that she would take it up with the rest of the Board. The resident also thanked the Town for paving Libby Drive.
Selectman Harmon mentioned the EMA building and said the Board had talked earlier this year about closing that building down for the winter. Chet Ouellette, our Maintenance man, reminded the Board about that and said he would like to get that set up. Selectman Harmon said they need to coordinate with the group that is currently using the building to let them know the Board will be shutting it down for the winter.
Selectman Burns reported that he was in the office Tuesday. He got caught up on mail and talked with Selectman Harmon. He said the contractor who is painting the West Buxton Public Library is proceeding as weather allows and is doing a nice, thorough job. Selectman Burns said he thinks everyone will be happy with it once it is done, and he expects it to be finished sometime next week, weather permitting.
Selectman Poitras reported that he came in Monday, met the new Deputy Clerk in the front office, and made some calls regarding Buxton Community Day and the prospect of doing that again next year. He said he spoke to one of the members of the group who is spearheading interest in that event to see if they can get enough people to come together in the leadership of it. Selectman Poitras said they have been trying to meet up with some people who have directed these types of events. They are still working on the project to see if this is the right fit for them.
Selectman Emery reported that he has been very busy with his work and has not been able to get into the office much. However, he stays in close communication with the other selectmen and the office to stay on top of things and provide assistance when needed.
None
None
E.O. 151610017 – An order to approve 24 hours of Bereavement Leave for David Anderson
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610018 – An order to approve John Myers’ attendance at the Maine Town & City Clerks Executive Board Retreat
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610019 – An order to approve Peter Gordon’s attendance at the Subsurface Wastewater Workshop
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610020 – An order to approve 8 hours of vacation time for Greg Heffernan
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610021 – An order to approve Abatement of Real Estate Taxes in the amount of $45.33 for [Map 9, Lot 47-25]
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610022 – An order to approve Abatement of Real Estate Taxes in the amount of $674.69 for [Map 8, Lot 22-E]
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610023 – An order to approve Abatement of Real Estate Taxes in the amount of $501.15 for [Map 19, Lot 11]
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610024 – An order to approve Abatement of Real Estate Taxes in the amount of $589.23 for [Map 13, Lot 5]
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610025 – An order to approve Abatement of Real Estate Taxes in the amount of $328.93 for [Map 12, Lot 22]
Approved 5-0
E.O. 151610026 – An order to approve an Application for Veteran Exemption for [Map 2, Lot 58-60
Approved 5-0
- Executive Orders by Initiative
E.O. 151610027 – An order to adopt the MMA Model Ordinance GA Appendices (A-D) for the period of Oct. 1, 2015 – September 30, 2016
Approved 5-0
- Accounts Payable and Payroll Warrants
E.O. 151610015 – An order approving expenditures as documented in the Accounts Payable Warrant #36
Approved 5-0
The amount of this warrant was $520,015.41. Selectman Emery said a big portion of that is for the county tax.
E.O. 151610016 – An order approving expenditures as documented in Payroll Warrant #35
Approved 5-0
The amount was $49,519.79
- Next Meeting of the Board
- Liquor License Appeal Hearing for William H. Ham III, d/b/a Skip’s Lounge, Monday, October 26 at 10:00 AM
- Public Hearing Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 PM on a Liquor License Renewal for Kevin & Sundae Fallen D/B/A Personal Touch Catering, located at 62 Chicopee Road, Buxton
- Public Hearing Wednesday, October 28 at 7:10 PM on a Junkyard Permit for Dwayne St. Ours, d/b/a Saint’s Auto Sales-Parts, located at 979 Narragansett Trail, Buxton, Maine
- Board of Selectmen Meeting Wednesday, October 28, following the public hearings
- SAD #6 Budget Advisory Committee Meeting Thursday, October 29 at 6:00 PM at Central Office
Selectman Harmon announced that at SAD #6, Sue Dunn, who has been the School Nurse for many years, has been named the Maine School Nurse of the Year. Selectman Harmon said she does a great job; this is a great honor; and congratulations to her.
- Public Comments and Questions
There were no comments or questions.
None
Motion made and seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:19 PM
Approved 5-0
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