BOARD MEETING MINUTES
February 11, 2010
Selectmen Present: Thomas Parker, Chmn., Carmen Yon & Susan Silverman
Mr. Parker opened the meeting at 11:10 am
PRIMARY:
11:15am MEET WITH ARGENT COMMUNICATIONS: Andrew Bauer met with the board. Mr. Bauer stated that the
franchise agreement he submitted is a sample which is the same as the towns of Milan and Strafford. They do not
currently have any other franchise agreements in this area. Mr. Parker stated that Pine Tree originally wanted a
fifteen year contract, the board wanted to know what they would be doing for Fitzwilliam. Mr. Bauer stated that they
would like to see a contract on the longer side. He is looking at five years for a return on their investment. Mrs.
Silverman questioned how many customer they were able to retain? Mr. Bauer stated approximately 80%. Mrs.
Silverman questioned if they have any plans to expand further of what exists. Mr. Bauer stated that they are
upgrading the internet . Next area is identifying defective areas. Mr. Yon stated that we currently have WiValley
and would not require the free service from Argent. Mr. Yon questioned if the town gets any commission on the
internet, Mr. Bauer stated that no, this is not regulated. Mr. Yon questioned why there are no franchise fee awarded
for two years? Mr. Bauer stated that this is so that they can reinvest into the infrastructure. Mrs. Silverman would
like a clearer plan of what they plan to do. They are look at 15 houses per mile in order to expand service. Mr.
Bauer will get a map with current areas that are served. The board will review and submit some areas they would
like to see expanded.
11:45 MEET WITH CAROLE BECKWITH – GRANT APPLICATION APPROVAL: Carole and Ken Beckwith met wit the
board. They have made changes based upon the board’s suggestions. Mr. Parker stated that they indicated that
they would look into putting in a joint hearing source for the depot station and the association building. Mr. Parker
stated that they could not do this. This would be using town funds for a private organization.
Mrs. Silverman moved to authorize Thomas Parker to sign this grant application and have it notarized for
submission, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 3-0.
*** WINTER CARNIVAL – FEB 27TH : The recreation would like to host a winter carnival. They would like to construct
a ice rink on the side of the Town Hall. The board approved this as long as it is removed in a timely manner.
*** SUBDIVISIONS – INTENTS TO CUT: RSA 227:9 refers to cutting timber on parcels that are in the process of a
proposed subdivision. Mrs. Gillis has indicated that a preliminary consultation constitutes that they have started the
process. Mrs. Thompson suggested that we create a spreadsheet that the for anyone that has met for a preliminary
with the planning board and Sandra will notify us of anyone that needs to be notified. Mr. Parker feels that we should
discuss the forester from DRA and ask how they interpret this RSA.
*** TIMBER TAX ASSESSMENT – TAX MAP 6 LOT 33: This will be taxed at 50%
*** VETERANS CREDIT APPLICATION: Mr. Yon moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mrs. Silverman, the
motion passed 3-0.
*** APPROVE HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR 2010: Mr. Yon moved to pay the transfer station and part time police for the
Christmas and New Years on Saturday, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 3-0.
*** NOTIFICATION FROM STATE RE: AWARD OF $15,153.21 OR 12.5% OF ICE STORM GRANT:
*** NEWSLETTER ARTICLES FOR MARCH: Town meeting
*** DISCUSS/APPROVE 2010 WARRANT: Reviewed and approved
- Minutes
- Correspondence
- Payroll and Accounts Payable Manifests
Mr. Yon moved to adjourn at 1:10 pm, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker the motion passed 3 -0.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Favreau
Administrative Assistant
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Thomas Parker, Chmn.
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Carmen Yon
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Susan Silverman
Board of Selectmen
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