BOARD MEETING MINUTES
June 10, 2010
Selectmen Present: Tom Parker & Nancy Carney
Selectmen Absent: Susan Silverman
Mr. Parker opened the meeting at 9:00 am
PRIMARY:
*** SIGN MANIFESTS:
*** BUILDING PERMITS
ETAG Map 24, Lot 01: Ms. Carney moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 2-0
Vachon Map 42, Lot 01-67: Ms. Carney moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 2-
0.
Blodgett: Ms. Carney moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 2-0
Mageary: Ms. Carney moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 2-0
9:15 MEET WITH GENE CUOMO AND JULIE GREEEN: Mr. Cuomo stated that they have received quotes to pave the parking
lot, down to the tennis courts and around the pole barn. Baird Paving has given them the best price. They have
approximately $40,000 in the expendable trust. The total for the paving is $11,390. Mr. Parker moved to approve this
expenditure, the motion was seconded by Ms. Carney, the motion passed 2-0.
The next project they would like to work on is resurfacing the tennis courts.
Friends Account: Julie Green stated that they would like to dissolve this account. They would like to donate $1273.84 to
the general fund to be designated for recreation.
Movie Night: The recreation commission would like to start a movie night at the ballfield. Mr. Cuomo stated that he has a
generator that would light the path. To start this it will cost about $1000. They would ask for donations to help offset the
costs.
NON-PUBLIC SESSION
At 9:30 am, Mr. Parker made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (A). Ms. Carney seconded
the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney - yes
At 9:35 pm, Mr. Parker made a motion to go out of Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (e). Ms. Carney seconded
the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney – yes.
Mr. Parker made a motion to seal the records at 9:0pm, the motion was seconded by Ms. Carney, the motion passed 3-0.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney - yes
*** LETTER FROM JACKSON ENERGY: This letter is extending their bid price for an additional seven days.
*** LETTER FROM BTLA: This acknowledges our letter.
*** FIREWORKS APPLICATION: Ms. Carney moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker the motion passed 2-0.
*** PAYROLL FREQUENCY: Sue Massin went to a library meeting and learned that the Department of Labor requires
employees be paid every eight days. If you wish to pay differently you need to write a letter requesting an exception. Mrs.
Thompson does not feel that we should write this letter. Fire, police and emergency personnel are exempt from this. Ms.
Carney feels that we should change library to a weekly basis since they work on a weekly basis.
*** MEET WITH CHIEF KASSSOTIS:
Olson property. Chief Kassotis is sending a letter to Mrs. Olson stating we are not responsible for anything that happens
on this property. We will only enforce the no parking.
Crossroads: Mr. Parker stated that they are already serving liquor. Chief Kassotis stated that they received their license
Monday. The board will not send a letter regarding this matter.
*** NON-PUBLIC SESSION
At 9:50 am, Mr. Parker made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (A). Ms. Carney seconded
the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney - yes
At 10:05 pm, Mr. Parker made a motion to go out of Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (e). Ms. Carney seconded
the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney – yes.
Mr. Parker made a motion to seal the records at 9:0pm, the motion was seconded by Ms. Carney, the motion passed 3-0.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney - yes
*** NON-PUBLIC SESSION
At 10:15 am, Mr. Parker made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (A). Ms. Carney seconded
the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney - yes
At 10:25 pm, Mr. Parker made a motion to go out of Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (e). Ms. Carney seconded
the motion. The motion passed 2-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney – yes.
Mr. Parker made a motion to seal the records at 9:0pm, the motion was seconded by Ms. Carney, the motion passed 3-0.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Ms. Carney - yes
*** TIME OFF REQUEST: Mrs. Thompson will be leaving Friday at 10:00. Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was
seconded by Ms. Carney, the motion passed 2-0.
*** SEPTIC PLANS – TAX MAP 12 LOT 40-05: This is for the Devlin property. He has an intent to cut, he has a permit from
the State to fill 700’ of wetlands. Paul Grasewicz stated at the Planning Board that he is working under the intent. Nancy
Carney stated that Mr, Devlin has a hearing before the Planning Board to do a lot line adjustment. Ms. Carney stated that at
this meeting Paul Grasewicz stated that the hammerhead does not need to comply with regulations since this was a
previously created lot. Ms. Carney is questioning this statement.
*** CONDITIONAL OFFER – HEALTH OFFICER: Swanzey has interviewed this individual and has agreed to the salary and
reimbursements. Mr. Parker moved to enter an agreement for a part time health officer with the Town of Swanzey, the
motion was seconded by Ms. Carney, the motion passed 2-0.
*** ANONOMOUS COMPLAINT : LOGGING OPERATION DISTURBING STONE WALLS MAP 01 LOTS 2 & 10: This is a
discontinued road. The board does not normally act upon anonymous complaints.
*** BUILDING PERMIT – MAP 02 LOT 29: This is the Whipple property. They are requesting a building permit on a lot with
three houses. Mr. Parker would like to meet with the Whipple’s to discuss this.
*** TIMBER TAX ASSESSMENT – MAP 03 LOT 39: 66%
*** POLICE ACTUAL SCHEDULE FOR LAST TWO WEEKS: Reviewed
*** TREASURERS REPORT: Reviewed
*** DES LETTER RE: SHORELAND MAP 42 LOT 01-35: Reviewed
*** LGC WORKSHOP – WRITE, DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT DEPT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:
*** NON-PUBLIC SESSION
*** FITZWILLIAM 250TH IN 2012: Mrs. Thompson suggested having a warrant article to form a committee. Ms. Carney
suggested writing a newsletter article with regard to this.
*** PICNIC TABLES: Mrs. Thompson questioned if the board would be interested in getting a couple of picnic tables for the
area behind the town hall. Mr. Parker stated that we would need to get trash barrels as well. Ms. Carney stated that she
would worry about people using this at night.
*** VACANCIES: Ms. Carney questioned how we get to know who is interested in serving on boards and commissions. Mr.
Parker stated that we have put articles in the newsletter and have had no response. Mr. Parker stated that it is the
responsibility of the Board of Selectmen to appoint members. Ms. Carney feels that we should allow the existing board to
have input. We will write a letter to the conservation commission thanking them for their recommendations stating that the
board is considering other people.
SIGN:
Mrs. Silverman moved to adjourn at 11:30 am, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker the motion passed 2-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Favreau
Administrative Assistant
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Thomas Parker, Chmn.
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Nancy Carney
Board of Selectmen
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