Minutes
Selectmen’s Meeting
May 30, 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, Bill Netishen and Heidi Seaverns, acting secretary.
Guests: Sue Mooney, Sam Demeritt, April Bacon, Chris Boldt from Donahue, Tucker & Ciandella, David Wright, John Terninko.
Ms. Bonser brought up the lack of parking available while ball games are going on and said this issue was something the Board should address after the season was over. Mr. Bock commented on how nice the ball-field looked.
Having no departmental business,
Motion: Netishen, second Bock to accept as corrected the minutes of May 17, 2006.
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
Ms. Bonser reported that there is Flood Assistance from the state in addition to FEMA money. Residents can apply at the Rochester Community Center on Wakefield Street on Wednesday May 31st from 5-8pm. Applicants must be a resident of the impacted counties and have an income no higher that 80% of the county median income.
Ms. Bonser reviewed the building permit policy for flood repair that Board approved at the last meeting for the television audience.
Mr. Bock reported that the Building Committee meets on Friday afternoons. He informed the Board that there is some concern about the proposed site and its proximity to the river. He said that the Building Inspector had been to the site as well as many other places in town during the flood. He feels that the water can be dealt with at the proposed site with grading, etc. Much discussion followed about the site. Mr. Bock said that the ultimate decision will rest with the Board of Selectmen and every effort will be made to keep the public informed. Mr. Netishen reported that Appledore engineering is doing the engineering for the site. They are the firm that did the original work for the School site so he is confident they will get the job done right.
The Board reviewed those items requiring signatures.
The Board members signed a corrective deed and another deed for land involved in the lot line adjustment between the Town (Library site) and Henry Weber.
Mr. Bock signed the authorization form allowing the Town Administrator to sign the contract with the State regarding Police coverage at the State Park.
Motion: Bock, second Netishen to assess the Timber Tax Levy for Map 15 Lots 14 & 15, Map 3 Lot 10 and Map 71 Lot 150.
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
Ms. Seaverns informed the Board that the deadline for submissions to the newsletter was June 2nd.
Mr. Bock reminded the Board that Nottingham Day was September 16th with a rain date of September 17th. He said that there are many people involved in the planning for this event and he hopes that the community will come and support it.
7:00PM Ms. Bonser opened the public hearing for the Bacon Easement. She read the notice and explained that the reason for the public hearing was that the Board, on recommendation from the Conservation Commission, had amended the purchase price from $ 15,000 to $ 20,000. Ms. Bonser recognized Chris Boldt, attorney representing Ms. Bacon. Attorney Boldt explained that Ms. Bacon owes back taxes and the amended amount will allow those taxes to be paid. Sam Demeritt stated that the Conservation Commission was behind the increase and even at that price, the easement was a great deal. Mr. Bock reiterated the fact that Ms. Bacon has been extremely generous and the community is grateful. The Board members initialed the changes made to the original purchase agreement. Having no further public comment,
Motion: Netishen, second Bock to accept Bacon Agreement for Conveyance of Conservation Easement Deed as amended to reflect changes.
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
At 7:08 PM Motion: Netishen, second Bock to close the public hearing.
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
April Bacon & Chris Boldt left the meeting.
Mr. Bock asked Sam Demeritt if the Conservation Commission had any other projects coming up. Mr. Demeritt stated that the commission had several projects in the beginning stages. Ms. Mooney reminded the Board that the Mulligan project had received the full amount requested from LCHIP and thanked all for their support. This round of LCHIP funding was very competitive and the town wide support of the project made the difference.
Mr. Netishen reported that he & Mr. Bock would be attending the POD (Point of Distribution) meeting tomorrow in Raymond. Ms Bonser stated she would attend Thursday’s meeting also in Raymond. These meetings are part of the planning process that is going on with the State regarding a public health emergency. The meetings involve a public health assessment of the facilities, personnel, and logistics involved in dealing with a health emergency. Nottingham has been paired with Raymond in this effort. Ms. Bonser stated that Nottingham has a hazard mitigation plan in place and it is way ahead of many of the surrounding towns in that respect. Ms. Bonser feels the Town should have a Plan B in place in case the State’s efforts do not come to fruition. Mr. Netishen said that the Board should wait and see what the
State comes up with before acting.
7:21PM Ms. Bonser recognized John Terninko, resident who lives at 62 Case Road. Mr. Terninko came to the Board about the condition of Case Road in front of his house. He has issues with the way the roads are graded in the summer, the way they are plowed in the winter and he would like the Town to have guidelines for road maintenance. Much discussion followed. Ms. Bonser said that the Board relies on the Road Agent’s expertise and that he does an excellent job. Dirt roads are hard to maintain and all it takes is 1 rainstorm to undo all the work done. Mr. Netishen asked Mr. Terninko what specific guidelines would he like to see. Mr. Terninko replied grading & snow removal. Much discussion followed. Mr. Bock suggested that the Board get together with the Road Agent, as a workshop, and see what he does and what he
faces while doing it. Mr. Bock also stated that nothing may change once the Board meets with the Road
Agent. Mr. Terninko stated he realizes that is a possibility. Mr. Netishen reminded Mr. Terninko that the meeting with the Road Agent would encompass all Town roads, not just Case Road. The Board will have Mr. Brown set up a workshop with Mr. Fernald and notify Mr. Terninko of the date. Mr. Terninko requested that Mr. Brown’s notes be e-mailed to him. Ms. Bonser said that could be done. Mr. Terninko thanked the Board for their time and left.
Enforcement issues will be taken up at the next meeting when Mr. Brown is in attendance.
Having no further business before the Board,
7:48 PM Motion: Bock, second Netishen to adjourn
Vote: 3-0 in favor.
Respectfully Submitted,
Heidi Seaverns
Approved as printed
6/12/06
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