BOARD MEETING MINUTES
June 27, 2007
Selectmen Present: Michael Methe, Chmn., Thomas Parker, & Carmen Yon
Chairman Michael Methe opened the meeting at 7:00 PM
PRIMARY:
7:15 MEET WITH DON BRACKET: Mr. Bracket would like to use the Plante Memorial Park for the filming of a
movie. The board advised Mr. Bracket to contact the Police Department as well as the plante Memorial
Park Commissioners.
*** MEET WITH FIREWARDS: Firewards William Prigge and Edwin Mattson met with the board
· LEASE : Mr. Methe stated that in the old lease there was a dollar amount that any major repairs would not be approved by the town . Mr. Prigge stated that he could not find the old contract. The board would like to add to this contract a cap of $3000 for major repairs.
· SPRINKLER SYSTEM: Mr. Prigge feels that it is odd that the system couldn’t handle the fire extinguisher. Mr. Prigge stated that he has a problem with only having five people trained to shut this down, there could be a problem if they are all at a fire. Mr. Parker would like to get Hampshire Fire down to determine how the system is designed. Mrs. Thompson will schedule an appointment.
· CHESHIRE AMBULANCE AS SECONDARY: We will have them as the backup, as long as it is based upon the town’s call. Mr. Methe would like to include this in the contract.
· HOURS: Mr. Parker questioned what hours are paid for firefighters and EMT. They pay for hours at calls and training. They also need to pay the person that does the paperwork. Mr. Parker stated that he noticed Wendy Carney was paid in the last payroll and he questioned if due to her health she is able to attend calls. Mr. Prigge stated he would have to look at the call sheets. Mr. Parker stated that Nancy Carney and Warren Hall have a lot more hours then other members, he is questioning why this is the case. Chief Prigge stated he would have to look at the run sheets. Mr. Methe requested copies of the run sheets for this last pay
period.
· DONATIONS: Mr. Parker would like a cover letter with regard to items purchased by the
Association and donated to the town.
Sheriffs office is using our channel 4: Mr. Mattson stated that they have been using our channel. The board has never given permission. We will send a letter and question if they are using this. Mr. Mattson checked and our license and it is good until 2010.
*** DISCUSS SOUTH EAST CORNER OF TOWN HALL WORK: There will need to be work done in the
Selectmen’s office , they will need to replace the beam and re-sheetrock. Mr. Methe feels that we need to
vacate this office when this is being done.
*** BUILDING PERMITS
· MAP 28 LOT 42 Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 3-0
· MAP 15 LOT 52: Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 3-0
· MAP 36 LOT 02: denied
· Cullen: Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 3-0
Mr. Sweeney suggested that all building permits be checked after construction.
*** ZONING VIOLATION CEASE AND DESIST MAP 25 LOT 01-F: approved
*** DETERMINE MARKET VALUE FOR LAND BEING REMOVED FROM CURRENT USE
· MAP 04 LOT 55-06: based upon current land assessments the board agreed to assess at $17,350
· MAP 04 LOT 55-07: $8100 based upon current land assessments
· MAP 09 LOT 16: 1.97 acres are coming out of current use. $4,500 based upon current land values.
*** FIREWORKS PERMIT: Mr. Yon moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the
motion passed 3-0.
*** INVOICES:
· LGC: Mr. Yon moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the
motion passed 3-0.
· JOHN GREER: Mr. Yon moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the
motion passed 3-0.
APPLICATION FOR VENDOR’S LICENSE: This is for the Veterans Farm to set up a vegetable stand. Mr. Yon moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 3-0.
*** WEBBER ENERGY PRICE PROTECTION PROGRAM: Mr. Parker stated the we have always gone out
to bid. He feels that we should send out bids for the fuel use.
*** NH POLICE STANDARDS – EMPLOYEE STATUS NOTIFICATION: Chief Newton will need to
complete this form.
*** LETTER FROM FISH AND GAME: They are under staffed and cannot work on this project at this
time.
*** RSA’S CONCERNING HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSIONS: reviewed
*** DOT DRIVEWAY PERMIT: reviewed
*** DOT BRIDGE INSPECTION REPORTS: reviewed
*** WATER REPORT FOR PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING: sodium is still high
*** POLICE WEEKLY REPORTS: reviewed
*** TOM MULLINS COURT REPORTS: reviewed
*** BOARD OF SELECTMEN OFFICE: The board will meet Tuesday, July 3 at 9:00
*** BOURRASA: Mr. Methe stated that the trailer is on the lot and is set up. The board would like to send
this to court.
*** CONSERVATION: Mr. Parker would like to know where the conservation commission stands with regard
to he Monadnock Conservancy. We will send an e-mail to Eleanor Vander Haygen and ask the status of
this. Mr. Parker would like to nominate Jack Corrette and Buzz Bemis to this commission. Mr. Methe
stated that we have asked for clarification on the letter that Mrs. Zug sent to the Conservancy with no
response. Mr. Parker feels that these two individuals will bring a different perspective to this commission.
Mr. Yon moved to nominate Jack Corrette and Daniel H Bemis, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker,
the motion passed 3-0.
*** WOODBROOK SALES: Mr. Parker would like to move forward on the sale of these properties. Mrs.
Thompson will have something for the next meeting.
*** TRUCK ORDINANCE: Mrs. Thompson will ask for Jaffrey’s and Keene’s ordinance that they have
in place. Mr. Yon questioned if we want to do this on all roads. Mr. Methe feels that we should.
SECONDARY:
· Various committee/board minutes
· Newsletters
· Review Police logs/reports
SIGN:
· Minutes
· Correspondence
· Payroll and Accounts Payable Manifests
Mr. Yon moved to adjourn at 8:55 PM, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 3-0.
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