TOWN OF FARMINGTON
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
NON-PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
Monday, September 8, 2008
356 Main Street, Farmington, NH
Selectman Present: Chairman Gerry McCarthy, Marty Gilman, Paula Proulx, Gail Ellis and Joan Funk.
Town Staff Present: Town Administrator Anthony Mincu
Public Present: Dana Ricker
The Board went in non-public session under RSA 91A.3.II. (b) at 5:30pm.
1. Personnel Interviews - The Board interviewed candidates for a town position.
Joan Funk motioned to come out of non-public session, 2nd Marty Gilman. Roll Call - Gerry McCarthy (yes), Marty Gilman (yes), Paula Proulx (yes), Gail Ellis (yes) and Joan Funk (yes).
The Board went in non-public session under RSA 91A.3.II. (c).
2. Discussion on Sarah Greenfield Lot - Dana Ricker expressed that he is looking to purchase the 1.6-acre parcel that abuts Artemis Industries with the intention to construct an Auto Body business there. Tony explained that the by-laws for the park are not specific about auto body shop. The Board was in agreement that they would not have a problem with Mr. Ricker's business being in the park though Marty cautioned him that he should be prepared to meet planning board conditions for safety fencing and things like draining tanks to protect the aquifer area. The Board informed Mr. Ricker that they support his endeavor but that they need to go through the process to get his business added as a permitted use.
Joan asked what the cost of the lot is and the Board all replied $39,500 and directed Mr. Ricker to contact WEDCO to get a grant. They also suggested that he get a plan to bring forward of what he is proposing. Joan asked if the price is firm and the Board replied yes.
3. Nute Property Auction, Details - Tony informed the Board that the Nute property auction is 9/22/08 at 9:30 am in Lee. Gerry asked if any of the members are interested in putting a bid in. Marty said he thinks the town should own the property and Gerry agreed. Paula asked if the planning board and conservation commission need to approve the expenditure of funds to purchase land. Tony will check to see how this could be done.
4. Parks & Rec. Director Interviews - Gail Ellis motioned to offer the Parks and Rec. Director position to Sarah, 2nd Paula Proulx. Discussion followed in which Gail and Paula both commented that they feel Sarah as the supervisory experience as well as the recreational experience to do this job. Marty commented that he did not get that same impression by the way that she presented herself. Joan and Gerry stated that they would be more inclined to offer the position to Rick, noting he has been doing a fine job in the interim. Paula commented that she feels Rick is in the right position and does not have the experience to be in the supervisory role yet. Motion failed; Paula Proulx (yes), Gail Ellis (yes), Gerry McCarthy (no), Marty Gilman (no) and
Joan Funk (no).
Joan Funk motioned to offer the Parks and Rec. Director position to Rick, 2nd Gerry McCarthy. Discussion followed in which Paula and Gail both commented again that they do not feel that Rick has the experience needed to fill the supervisory role but that he does an excellent job as the assistant director. Motion failed; Gerry McCarthy (yes), Joan Funk (yes), Marty Gilman (no), Paula Proulx (no) and Gail Ellis (no).
The Board decided they would like to interview Christine Collins and have second interviews with Sarah and Rick.
Joan Funk motioned to seal these minutes, 2nd Marty Gilman. Motion carried with all in favor.
Roll Call - Gerry McCarthy (yes), Marty Gilman (yes), Paula Proulx (yes), Gail Ellis (yes) and Joan Funk (yes).
Marty Gilman motioned to come out of non-public session, 2nd Joan Funk.
Respectfully Submitted,
Brandy Sanger
Recording Secretary
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Chairman, Gerald McCarthy Vice-Chairman, Martin Gilman
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Paula Proulx Gail Ellis
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Joan A. Funk
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