Minutes
Selectmen’s Meeting
April 3, 2006
6:30 PM Chair Bonser opened the meeting and asked all those present to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members: Mary Bonser, Peter Bock and Town Administrator Charles A. Brown. Bill Netishen was absent due to a family emergency.
Guests: Elaine and Carl Schmottlach, Paul Sweet, Butch Smith, Sherri Smith, Jim Twombly, Alan Lapointe, Julie and Rod Nelson, Charlie Reid, David Wright, Cheryl Smith, Charlene Anderson, Beverly Russo and Ann Jordan.
The Board asked if there were any departmental issues. Mr. Brown indicated there are no specific issues other than regular business. The new grader has been ordered and the cement culvert for the Deerfield Road bridge has been ordered.
They then reviewed minutes of previous meetings.
Motion: Bock, second Bonser to accept the minutes of March 20, 2006 as corrected.
Vote: 2-0 in favor.
Ms. Bonser opened the Sweet issue and recognized Mr. Sweet. She also announced that one member of the Board, Bill Netishen, is absent. Mr. Bock offered his thoughts on some progress Mr. Sweet has made at his property. A 6 foot high stockade fence with a gate will be added along the property lines. Mr. Sweet feels he has no illegal material on his property. If the Board won’t approve his continued operation, he is ready to go to court. Ms. Bonser feels once the fence is complete the Building Inspector should visit the property to determine if further issues exist. Mr. Bock stated finding some common ground may be the best way to solve this problem. Mr. Sweet should contact Mr. Colby within 30 days.
Beverly Russo asked why do we have town laws and not follow through with enforcement. She wanted to know if he has enough frontage for this operation. Mr. Bock would like to see, in writing, any additional public input regarding this matter. This must be done prior to the Board taking action, each time the Board hears new information they need sufficient time to evaluate it.
Charlene Anderson feels this Cease & Desist should be enforced. If it is not, it will set a bad precedent and make a statement that people can do anything they wish on their property.
Ann Jordan owns property adjacent to Mr. Sweet. She feels this is a junkyard, which is not allowed in Nottingham. She says Mr. Sweet does not have enough frontage or the proper setbacks. Mr. Bock stated again that a member is missing and is not comfortable considering action without a full Board. Ms. Bonser feels the process is still moving forward. Ms. Jordan asked that she and all others be given the same consideration. Ms. Bonser asked that anyone concerned should submit written concerns or comments. Ms. Bonser noted that hopefully action will be taken within 30-60 days.
7:25 PM The Board began discussion on the Charles Reid matter. Mr. Reid stated Ms. Bonser should recuse herself. Ms. Bonser agreed. With that, the Board did not have a quorum so Mr. Reid was rescheduled to April 17th.
The Board then reviewed documents that required signatures.
Motion: Bock, second Bonser to approve the recommendation from the Planning Board to release the bond for Shannon Estates Subdivision.
Vote: 2-0 in favor.
Mr. Bock read an article from Forest Notes regarding the Mulligan Forest.
Mr. Brown will distribute copies of a letter from the Red Cross to all employees.
Mr. David Wright, Economic Development Director, stated he will be meeting with Mr. Sweet on Friday to offer suggestions on this issue.
Mr. Bock commented on the recount that was performed after the election. The result of the recount was that there was no change in the original outcome of the vote. The voting machine was proven to be very accurate.
Mr. Brown will get a memo from Paul Colby to the Board members concerning signs.
Mr. Brown explained the ongoing cleanup project at the Lee Farm.
7:50 PM Mr. Netishen arrived.
Motion: Bonser, second Bock to enter into non-public session per RSA 91-A: 3II(e).
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
8:05 PM Motion: Bonser, second Netishen to keep all discussion in non-public session, non-public.
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
There was a short discussion concerning the new ice cream shop opening on Route 4. All members will observe the progress and discuss at the next meeting.
Mr. Netishen stated that the Building Committee had voted to remain at 5 members.
Mr. Netishen asked Mr. Brown to write to Dr. Haney and request the report we had paid for.
8:17 PM Having no further business before the Board,
Motion: Netishen, second Bock to adjourn.
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Charles A. Brown
Town Administrator
Approved as amended
4/17/06
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