Town of Greenfield
Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
Thursday – March 3, 2005 – 5:45 pm
Present: Selectmen - Chairman, William Brooks; Selectman; George Rainier; Selectman; Conrad B. Dumas
Administrative Assistant, Deb Davidson taking minutes
Department Heads:
5:45 – Recycling Center Supervisor, Frank Pelkey –
· Mr. Pelkey inquired about using volunteers at the recycling center – (i.e. crotched mountain residents, elderly etc.). Selectmen instructed the Administrative Assistant to contact our insurance carrier and report back her findings about this inquiry.
· Two new fire extinguishers have been installed in the new bay
· Inquired about purchasing a pump to pump the waste oil from the storage drum into the furnace. The cost is approximately $800.00. Pelkey indicated he could get the NH DES to reimburse the Town. He would like to use equipment repair & maintenance to initially pay for it and reimburse the account upon receipt of grant. Selectmen approved this request.
· Paving quote from Mathewson was presented to Selectmen. The quote is $4,200.00 for paving however, Pelkey stated he would still need to purchase cement blocks. The cost for the blocks is approximately $2,500.00. The other $1,100.00 he would like to use for the loading dock area. There is the possibility of receiving grant funding through NRRA for site preparations. Pelkey stated he will try to get a commitment from the NRRA, however they have not been willing to commit. Pelkey informed Selectmen the Town must apply for a Type III permit, Administrative Assistant will get the application off the NHDES website. Pelkey discussed the steel pile
and it will remain where it currently is. The only difference will be the pavement. Total number of blocks needed to complete the doack area would be 72. However, Pelkey is hoping to find a portable dock and that would avoid the need for a loading dock.
· Insulation is complete, it took 3 men 2.5 hours.
· Frank would like to move into his office, no point in heating the “old office”. Wondering why the Selectmen have a problem with him moving his office? Selectmen stated that they are concerned with lack of room for storage of material.
Selectman Brooks moved that Mr. Pelkey move to the new office, and further propane expense will be monitored. Seconded by Selectman Dumas. Discussion followed regarding separation of the recyclables. How much sorting does it take Mr. Pelkey for the items that need to be baled? Mr. Pelkey stated that he could check on the compactor hauling slips, he could see if there is an increase in hauling. Selectman Rainier asked if people know how to recycle? Pelkey stated that most people do pretty well with the sorting. Selectmen discussed that if it is found there is not sufficient room in the bay with the office being utilized, the office will have to be removed.
Voted: Brooks, Yes; Rainier, Yes with reservations; Dumas, Yes. Voted affirmatively
Selectman Rainier discussed the need for a glass crusher; Mr. Pelkey stated that it was removed from the 2005 budget; there are no funds to purchase one at this time. Pelkey would like to look into having the NRRA remove glass in a roll off.
Rainier further asked if the NRRA provides a monthly rate sheet? Pelkey stated yes, the Selectmen would be provided a copy of the most recent sheet.
6:20 – ConCom Chair, Karen Day –
· Presented a “Drinking Water Sources and Potential Contamination Sources for Greenfield” map. This map, which shows the largest aquifer in Greenfield is located behind the town office building, in the location where the sand is being stockpiled. Ms. Day discussed her concerns about the sand that is being stockpiled. We have no idea what has been put on the field in the past. Selectman Rainier stated the storage of this sand is only a temporary situation and the sand was tested. Ms. Day suggested that thinking to the future, perhaps an ordinance could be established to assure the protection of this, and all other aquifer in town.
Lengthy discussion followed.
Selectman Dumas asked if the ConCom has any interest in purchasing property in town to conserve property? Day stated that with consideration of the increase of taxes, they had not considered any purchases, but they do want to help with easements etc.
An open space committee would be something else for the Town to consider.
6:46 – Police Chief, Brian Giammarino -
· Discussed weapons in need of disposal. These weapons have been confiscated for various reasons, some of them they have had for a long time. Giammarino has been granted permission from the Court to dispose of these weapons. He would like to dispose of weapons that have been appraised for a priced of $800.00, the sales rep. will give us a gun with a value of $500.00. The remainder of the appraised price would be provided in ammunition. Asking for permission to take this action – Motion by Selectman Brooks to dispose of these weapons appropriately. Seconded by Selectman Dumas. Voted Affirmatively.
· Giammarino discussed a training session to be held in Plymouth March 21-25, this course will be presented by the same instructors that presented the course he had attended earlier. They are from the LAPD, special weapons and training forces. Giammarino is asking Selectmen for permission to attend this free training session. Selectmen approved this request.
· Budget – Upon reviewing his budget, Giammarino asked if the $1,735.00 for weapons, which will be reimbursed by a grant, be credited towards the account when the funds are reimbursed to the town. Selectmen approved this request.
7:00 PM – In accordance with RSA 91A:3 II (c) motion by Selectman Brooks to enter into a non-public session for the purpose of discussing matters that if discussed in public could adversely effect ones reputation. Seconded by Selectman Dumas.
7:15 pm motion by Selectman Brooks to enter out of non-public and to further seal the minutes. Seconded by Selectman Dumas. Voted Unanimously in the affirmative. No decisions were made at this time.
Appointments:
6:30 – Mrs. Khouw – to discuss the status of the revisions of Cavender Road, and possibly schedule a date for the public hearing. Mrs. Khouw did not show for the meeting.
Other Business:
Minutes - Selectmen accepted the minutes of February 24, 2005 Selectmen’s Meeting as written
Selectmen Approval –
· A/P Checks & Invoices
· Veterans Tax Credits – Tracey – R4-41-1
Mail – Review misc. incoming mail –
Fire Alarm Monitoring –
· The Administrative Assistant spoke with Bob Smith, owner of Monadnock Security, regarding the recent alarm soundings at the Meeting House. Mr. Smith stated he would be happy to meet with Selectmen Brooks & Rainier during the day. Selectmen will meet with Mr. Smith Wed., March 23rd during the day. Administrative Assistant will confirm a time. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the recent alarm activations at the meetinghouse this week.
· Discussion regarding Mr. Smith’s offer to install a monitoring system at the Oak Park building. The installation will be free of charge. Mr. Smith stated he had discussed this previously with the Fire Chief, however nothing was put into the operating budget for the phone line or monitoring. This will be discussed later with Mr. Smith. No action taken at this time.
Light Posts – Two weeks ago it was brought to the Boards attention the GFI Receptacle was not working on the light at the Town Office. Administrative Assistant contacted Electrical Supply of Milford who contacted the manufacturer. It is no longer under warranty. However, the receptacle is easily replaced and is about $17.00. Selectmen discussed having Mark Swain look at this and get a price to replace the receptacle.
Tree Limbs – The Administrative Assistant mentioned there are two broken tree limbs on the tree on the town office front. They are dangerous and should be looked at. Selectmen discussed this, Selectman Rainier will mention it to Road Agent Fox and see if it is something he can take care of.
SAU –There will be a letter going out to all communities from the Selectmen’s Advisory Committee, asking that the DPW Supervisors meet with the SAU and the Selectmen’s Advisory Committee, the purpose of the meeting will be how to more effectively communicate with Laidlaw Bus Co. Selectmen discussed they would like Road Agent, Fox to attend this meeting.
With no further business, Selectman Brooks adjourned the meeting at 7:50 pm. Next scheduled Selectmen meeting will be Thursday, March 17, 2005 @ 5:45 pm.
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