BOARD MEETING MINUTES
August 23, 2006
Selectmen Present: Thomas Parker, Chmn. , Michael Methe
Selectmen Absent: Andrew Clukey
Chairman Thomas Parker opened the meeting at 7:00 PM.
PRIMARY:
8:30pm MEET WITH POLICE CHIEF, BRUCE NEWTON
· PERRY ROAD DIRT BIKES: Mr. & Mrs. Jackson stated that the police have told them that they cannot write citations with regard to noise and threats. Mr. Methe stated that if they are stock mufflers on the bikes and they are riding within allowed hours then there is nothing the police can do about it. Mr. Jackson questioned what about the son standing in the road and telling a neighbor to come out and they’ll take care of it now. Mr. Methe stated that if it is not a threat there is nothing the police can do. This sound like a civil matter. Mrs. Jackson would like to know what’s going on. It is her understanding that the police will not do
anything about this situation. Mrs. Jackson stated that the son is living in a camping trailer on the property. Mrs. Jackson is concerned with retaliation with regard to the ZBA decision. Mr. Methe stated that as far as the neighbor revving the motorcycle it is not against the law. We can only enforce if they break the rules. They have been ordered to remove the animals in four months. If this is not done, then we will enforce. Mr. Methe stated that the issue seems to be a civil matter. They are not breaking the law or ordinance. Mrs. Jackson questioned if they could enact a noise ordinance. Mr. Parker stated that the board would have to speak with the Chief.
Mr. Methe questioned how long the camper has been parked there. The Jackson’s stated about two months. The board reviewed the ordinance.
Mr. Parker feels that the police should patrol this road on a regular basis.
· UPDATE ON CHANGING SPEED LIMIT ON RT 119 WEST: Chief Newton spoke with Doug Graham. They are scheduled to meet October 3 to discuss this matter.
· REVIEW POLICE REPORTS: Reviewed
· PERSONNEL ISSUES:
Clerical: Chief Newton stated that he has been doing quite a bit of clerical work.
*** Non-Public Session
At 9:01 PM, Mr. Parker made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (a. Mr.
Methe seconded the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote; Mr. Parker - yes, Mr. Methe –
yes.
At 9:26 PM. Mr. Clukey made a motion to go out of Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (a). Mr.
Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed 2-0
*** BUILDING PERMITS
MAP 08, 20: Edward Methe : Approved
MAP 21, 06: Richard Dwinell: Mr. Methe stated that the second floor is 9’ 10”, this will give him
room for a loft. The board would like to confirm that he is not adding height to building, just a roof.
The fee will be waived
MAP 07, 01-05: Mary Terry: Approved
MAP15, 54-01: Edward Methe: Approved
MAP 33, 27: William Prigge: Approved
MAP 25, 02: Thomas White: approved
Create a book for Mark Sweeney with any permit that has a stipulation attached, so that it can be flagged and enforced.
*** VACATION REQUEST FROM ROAD AGENT: Approved
*** NOTICE FROM COURT OF DATE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO HOLD SPECIAL TOWN MEETING:
This has been posted
*** REQUEST FROM ZBA TO APPOINT JOHN ERNST MEMBER OF BOARD: Mr. Methe moved to appoint Mr. Ernest to replace Ashley Fletcher who resigned last evening, Mr. Parker seconded, the motion passed 2-0.
*** COORESPONDANCE FROM ATTORNEY FOR WENDELL, ATTORNEY EBER AND ATTORNEY HOBSON – NON-PUBLIC SESSION:
At 7:40 PM, Mr. Parker made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (e). Mr.
Methe seconded the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote; Mr. Parker - yes, Mr. Methe –
yes.
At 7:45 PM. Mr. Clukey made a motion to go out of Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (e). Mr.
Parker seconded the motion. The motion passed 2-0
*** PHONE CALL FROM DEBRA PIGNATELLI – SHE FORWARDED OUR INSUFFICIENCY LETTER TO CAROL MURRAY WHO WILL GET BACK TO US IN A FEW WEEKS:
*** APPROVE INVOICES:
· VISION APPRAISAL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT: This is for the yearly maintenance. This is for five users. Mr. Parker questioned if we still have the software in the laptop. Mrs. Thompson
stated that we would have to upgrade the system. The board would like to set up a computer in the hallway for assessors to look up cards themselves. Mr. Parker questioned if we have the computer hardware. Mrs. Thompson stated that she would have to contact the computer tech to see if we would have to upgrade.
The board will schedule a meeting to meet with a Vision representative on Wednesday September 6, 2006
· ORR AND RENO: Approved
· GOODNOW, PRIGGE & KANE: Approved
· JOHN HOLMAN CONTRACTING: Approved
Mr. Parker moved to transfer $15,000 from TAN line into legal, Mr. Methe seconded, the motion passed 2-
0
The board is considering putting a freeze on overtime, an emergency situation and unusual event are
allowed overtime.
*** LETTER FROM WOODBROOK CAMP AND TENNIS ASSOCIATION: The board is not going to take
these properties by tax deed until the spring. Mr. Parker would like to send a letter of response stating
that we received their letter and thank them for there concern.
*** RAFFLE PERMIT APPLICATION FROM HFEDA: Approved
*** COPY OF DREDGE AND FILL APPLICATION FROM KEVIN MURPHY:
*** REVIEW NEWSLETTER ARTICLES:
*** NON-PUBLIC SESSION – EMPLOYEE REVIEW
Mr. Parker would like to review this with the supervisor.
*** Barbara Green commented that there is a high coliform count by the Townsends and Spaulding at Laurel
Lake. They are both willing to let them in to take a test. Mrs. Thompson contacted the Town of Swanzey
They use Bob Derosier who is the full time health officer in Keene. Mrs. Thompson called him and left a
message to see if he is interested in filling in, during Wendy Carney’s absence.
*** Mr. Methe would like someone he knows look over our personnel policy
SECONDARY:
· Various committee/board minutes
· Newsletters
· Review Police logs/reports
SIGN:
· Minutes
· Correspondence
· Payroll and Accounts Payable Manifests
Ended at 9:30
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