Town of Nottingham
Selectmen’s Workshop Minutes
May 15, 2008
9:05 AM Chair Netishen opened the workshop and asked those present to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members Present: Bill Netishen, Peter Bock, Mary Bonser, and Town Administrator Charles Brown
Guests: Attorney John Teague
Others: Traci Chauvey, Recording Secretary
Ms. Bonser spoke with Attorney Teague regarding Geosyntec coverage.
Chair Netishen opened discussion on the request from the Planning Board to appeal the ZBA approval of Case #07-08R. Ms. Bonser recused herself from discussions at 9:11 AM.
Mr. Brown informed the Selectmen that he had contacted Attorney Teague to inquire about the process and ramifications of filing the appeal, noting that it is much more involved than what was understood by the Board of Selectmen. He further informed Chair Netishen and Mr. Bock that Attorney Teague would not be able to represent either the Board of Selectmen or the Zoning Board of Adjustment for an appeal. Attorney Teague noted that he was invited only as General Council to advise what happens when one part of a town “goes after” another part of the town. Chair Netishen recessed the workshop at 9:16 AM to consult with General Council.
Chair Netishen reconvened the meeting at 10:17 AM.
Mr. Bock voiced several concerns, including timing for hiring new Council and putting an appeal together, and the overall cost. He noted that it was important for him to hear that ZBA decisions are not precedent setting; each case is looked at individually and on its own merits. Mr. Netishen felt that the Board should seek outside Council on how to proceed and suggested they try to get an appointment sometime over the next few days. He felt they could hold another workshop early to mid-week, next week, to discuss the appeal further. Mr. Bock and Chair Netishen discussed days and times they could be available to meet with a new Attorney if they were able to find one on such short notice.
Chair Netishen closed discussion on the appeal. He invited Ms. Bonser back to her seat and apologized for having her present just to sit and listen. He felt it was important for her to be abreast of items before and actions taken by the Board.
Motion: Bock, second Netishen to adjourn.
Vote: All in favor. Motion passed 3-0.
Having no further business,
Meeting adjourned at 10:43 AM.
Respectfully submitted,
Traci Chauvey
Recording Secretary
Approved as amended on June 25, 2008
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