Francestown Board of Selectmen
Meeting Minutes
August 15, 2011
7:00 pm
Present: Chairman, Betsy Hardwick, Selectmen Scott Carbee and Abigail Arnold constituting a quorum.
Call to Order: Chairman Hardwick called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Posting: Hardwick reported this Meeting as being properly posted.
Minutes: Administrative Assistant, Debra Davidson taking minutes.
APPOINTMENTS:
There were no appointments scheduled.
Agenda items for discussion:
School Bus Stop - Town Center – Hardwick explained a conversation with the School Bus Company Representative, Dave Carter. Selectman Carbee reiterated a conversation he had relating to the horse shed being a dangerous pick up place for students. Discussion followed as to options.
Decision: Hardwick will e-mail the Selectboard decision to Mr. Carter, confirming they do not want the buses to use the Town Hall/horse shed parking lot to be used as a drop off and/or turn around for children.
Cersosimo Subdivision Compliance Issues – Hardwick reported it was recently discovered the Planning Board had placed some stipulations in their decision regarding this subdivision. The owners have not complied with those stipulations. Selectmen will ask that RSA 676:4a be enforced, asking the Planning Board to revoke their decision, if they do not comply with the stipulations. They are to have no further impact on the wetlands, and deeds need to have the references noted on the subdivision.
Bridge Grant Reimbursement Request – A $500.00 invoice for another project, was included in the most recent request for reimbursement. Jack Moorehouse will be contacted, so he can pull the invoice, the request for reimbursement will be resubmitted.
Abatement Requests – Selectmen approved an abatement for 2010 tax year for Ellen Putnam, Map 8 Lot 64.
SVA Settlement – Selectmen signed an agreement with SVA
Charlie Bass Representative – David Chelsey from Congressman Bass’ Office would like to spend some time on September 23, 2011, between 11 – 1 at the Town Office. This would be an opportunity for the public to discuss any concerns they have for Congressman Bass. Brief discussion followed. Tom Anderson volunteered to sit in with Mr. Chelsey.
MS-1 Extension – Discussion of possible need to file an extension on the MS-1, due to the Department of Revenue has not come to a decision regarding taxation of poles. No decision at this time.
General Business:
Selectmen reviewed a memo from Conval with a revised payment schedule attached. A final schedule will be provided after all the tax rates are set. The schedule will be reviewed.
Reviewed Legal file – Farrell paid fine but not legal costs. Davidson to contact Farrell, discussing a payment arrangement.
Notice of Deficiency – Selectmen reviewed a written concern from Robert Fossbender regarding the walkway to the Town Office being unsafe. Hardwick will discuss this with Road Agent, Gary Paige and have it taken care of. Initially, cautionary cones will be placed in the walkway alerting the public of the uneven ground. Davidson will contact Mr. Fossbender, notifying him the walkway will be addressed.
Timber grading – Selectmen reviewed and graded two timber assessments. One will be discussed with Jessie Bushaw from the DRA before assessing.
DOT Bridge list was reviewed. Hardwick to discuss this with G Paige.
Jane Griffin submitted her resignation.
Arnold discussed junkyard permits are being researched. Arnold further discussed Delores Hoyte had expressed concerns regarding the transfer station charging taxpayers for disposal of trash.
Clock - Carbee has spoken to Greg Cope and Silas Little about being responsible for the care of the clock. It was discussed Warren Kiblin might be interested. They will meet with Phil D’Vanza for training. Currently, Alan Thulander assures the clock is keeping time.
Misc. Mail was reviewed.
Items to Sign:
Accounts Payable Manifest
Payroll Manifest
Permits – Gas Line Installations – Crotched Mountain and Proctor. Discussed Alan Thulander needs a building permit for his geothermal project. Selectman Carbee will contact Thulander.
Russell Station Bridge - CLD Engineering amendment #1. Necessary to have all material tested.
Timber tax Levy – Curren & Miller
E-911 Liaison Sheet – Carbee will be the primary liaison; Kevin Holdridge will be the secondary liaison.
Release & Discharge of Lien – Carl Morrow property
Appointment – Pam Finnell, Deputy Tax Collector/Deputy Town Clerk
Public Comment:
Resident, Mike Tartalis - First item of concern was that Pleasant Pond Road is posted with a 6-ton weight limit. He asked why part of the road has been paved; asking when was this voted on.
Second item of concern is why did the work stop on Pleasant Pond Road. Sand was filled in and it is now settling. Commented when it rains it will wash away, Mr. Tatalis asked why it couldn’t be filled in with asphalt. He has left messages at the DPW; he is asking the Board what can be done.
Third concern is the dead pine that is on 2nd NH Turnpike, near the Fire Station. Asking if it can be removed.
Selectmen explained with regards to Pleasant Pond Road, the paving work was part of the highway department, shimming budget and it was voted on.
It was further explained to Mr. Tartalis that patching is a temporary fix; Pleasant Pond Road is scheduled for a redo next year. The road can be posted with signage that states, “slow”.
Selectman Carbee will take a look at the dead pine and contact PSNH to see if they were planning on removing this tree.
Approval of previous meeting minutes:
Selectmen approved the August 1, 2011 minutes as written. Minutes of August 8, 2011 will be amended at the August 22, 2011 Selectboard meeting.
Non-Public
8:20 pm – In accordance with RSA 91A:II (a) personnel motion by Hardwick to enter into a non-public session. Seconded by Arnold & Carbee. Voted 3-0 affirmatively.
8:45 pm – Motion by Hardwick to enter out of the non-public session and to further seal the minutes. Seconded by Arnold & Carbee. Voted 3-0 affirmatively.
Adjournment:
With no further business the Selectmen adjourned the meting at 8:50 pm. The next scheduled Selectmen’s Meeting will be held on Monday, August 22, 2011 at 7:00 pm at the Town Office.
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