BOARD MEETING MINUTES
September 3, 2008
Selectmen Present: Carmen Yon , Chmn., Michael Methe & Thomas Parker
Chairman Carmen Yon opened the meeting at 7:00 PM
PRIMARY:
*** MEET WITH MR. MUGHMAN: Mr. Mughman has an appointment with the Planning Board for a Site Plan Review on October
2. He submitted a completed building permit application. The board will extend the 30-day period to correct these
violations. Mr. Parker stated that at last nights meeting they stated that they are cutting wood on this property. Mr. Mughamn said they are not, they are cutting downed tops that were harvested on a prior intent by Sisco. Mr. Parker stated that we will need to contact DRA with regard to this. Mr. Yon stated that the board cannot make a determination until the Site Plan Review has been completed. We cannot issue any permits. The trailer with the large sign needs to be covered and all operations needs to cease. Mr. Parker moved to issue an extension until October 7, the motion was seconded by Mr. Methe , the motion passed 3-0.
Mr. Mughman asked if the board would consider issuing a hardship letter since this is his only source of income. The board
will get back to him in a week.
Mr. Parker questioned if there was any septic on the property. There is not.
Mr. Sidhu, the property owner, met with the board. Mr. Parker stated that this property is in current use. The portion that is
being used needs to come out of current use. Mr. Sidhu asked if they decide not to lease this property do they have to take
this out of current use. Mr. Parker stated that everything will need to be removed immediately. Mr. Sidhu questioned if the
board had an idea of what the cost of current use would be. Mr. Parker stated that the board would need to look at the
property. Mr. Sidhu gave the board permission to view this property.
*** BUILDING PERMITS
Map 42, Lot 01-08: Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Methe, the motion passed 3-0
Map 15, Lot 52-01: Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Methe, the motion passed 3-0
Map 41, Lot 05: Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Methe, the motion passed 3-0
Map 10, Lot 33-01: Mr. Parker moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Methe, the motion passed 3-0
*** TRACIE SMITH: Mr. Parker moved to take .14 acres out of current use for map 15, Lot 52-01. The board determined the
market value set at $300.00, Mr. Yon seconded, the motion passed 3-0
*** SURVEY SUBMITTED FOR MAP 10 LOT 57 – QUESTION REGARDING ACREAGE: They have submitted a survey. The
survey indicates 24 acres.
*** LEGAL: Mr. Methe stated that he spoke with Joe Hoppock. He indicated that if the board had additional work, he would be
interested in working for the town. He indicated that he should get a sequence of events in writing. Mr. Parker feels the
town should have a policy with regard to legal issues. The Chief of Police does not feel that the new prosecutor is very
interested in this job. He will be speaking with the board with regard to this issue.
*** 2009 BUDGET
· 2008 vs 2009 CAP GUIDANCE: The board will look into this.
· COL:
*** DRAFT OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – REMOVE BRICK BLDG: The board approved this.
*** INVITATION FROM SUPERINTENDENT DASSAU :
Board of Selectmen meeting Minutes
September 3 & 4, 2008
*** FINAL DRAFT OF CONSERVATION EASEMENT FROM WIDOW GAGE FOREST: Mr. Parker would like to review this.
*** RECREATION REQUISITION: Mr. Methe moved to approve, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 3-
0
*** MEMO FROM NRRA REGARDING HAULING FEE REDUCTION:
*** DES SHORELAND APPLICATION FILED BY SUSAN WOOD: Reviewed
*** DES WETLAND APPLICATION FILED BY EDRY: Reviewed
*** TREASURERS JULY FINANCIAL STATEMENT: Reviewed
*** INVOICE FROM ORR & RENO: Mr. Yon moved to pay this bill, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed
3-0.
*** REQUEST FROM DANIEL PRATT TO CONSTRUCT SINGLE FAMILY HOME AND LIVE IN EXISTING CAMP WHILE HOME IS BEING CONSTRUCTED: This is on a Class VI road. The board would like to schedule an appointment to meet with this property owner.
*** REVIEW RECOMMENDATION FROM AVITAR REGARDING CHANGE IN ASSESSMENT: Mr. Parker moved to make
changes, the motion was seconded by Mr. Methe, the motion passed 3-0
*** POLICE REPORT REGARDING ALLEGED ANIMAL PROBLEMS: The health officer can do all of these inspections on
September 20. Mr. Yon will attend these with him.
**** NON-PUBLIC SESSION
At 8:15 pm, Mr. Methe made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (a). Mr. Yon seconded the
motion. The motion passed 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Mr. Methe – yes, Mr. Yon – yes.
At 8:30 pm, Mr. Methe made a motion to go into Non-Public Session under RSA 91 A:3 II (a). Mr. Yon seconded the
motion. The motion passed 3-0. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Parker – yes, Mr. Methe – yes, Mr. Yon – yes.
*** FUEL BIDS: Mrs. Thompson will speak with them on Thursday.
*** UPDATE ON HEALTH OFFICER INSPECTIONS – TENTATIVE DATE 9/20/08:
*** QUESTION ABOUT DELIVERY DATE OF LIBERTY ELM TREE: There has been a donation of 5 six foot trees that are
ready for planting. They are questioning if we would like to take one this fall. The board would like the garden club and the
common committee to decide where to plant this. Mrs. Thompson will speak with Frank Bequaert with regard to the water
district project.
*** NON-PUBLIC SESSION –PENDING LITIGATION:
*** NON-PUBLIC SESSION – PERSONNEL:
*** MAP 37 LOT 09 HAS SEPTIC ONLY FOR SEASONAL USE: We will send a letter to the landowner with a copy to the tenant
stating that it has come to our attention that the septic approval is only seasonal and they can only use the property on a
seasonal basis.
*** LGC IBENEFIT REPORTS ADDED:
*** EMAIL FROM PSNH:
*** NEWSLETTER ARTICLES: Ambulance billing, sign ordinance as it applies to campaign signs,
*** RUMPF: Mr. Parker has tried to inspect this property he has not been able to get in. We will send a letter to the property
owner stating we have not been able to get in to this property. We will give this to the assessor next year.
*** PLANNING BOARD: The Planning Board met with the Southwest Region Planning Commission with regard to the Master
Plan. They also discussed the Growth Management Ordinance modifications. Mr. Parker feels that we need to have a plan
for road maintenance for the next six years.
*** ASSESSING: Mr. Parker stated he is not happy with the view assessment and retail establishments. Mr. Parker feels the
views are not objective, but subjective. Mr. Yon stated he feels they are legitimate and there may still be some adjustments.
Board of Selectmen Meeting Minutes
September 3 &4 2008
SIGN:
· Minutes
· Correspondence
· Payroll and Accounts Payable Manifests
There being no further business at 9:05 Mr. Parker moved to recess until 11:00 Thursday September 4, 2008 , the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 3-0.
Mr. Yon reopened the meeting at 11:00 am , Thursday September 4, 2008
*** OIL BIDS
Roy Brothers - $3.861
Webber - $3.816
Mr. Parker moved to accept Webber, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon the motion passed 2-0.
Mr. Parker feels that we need to put a new thermostat for the upper hall. Mr. Parker is concerned that the storm windows are left open during the winter. He feels that Mrs. Stark needs to keep track that these are kept shut. The same for the fire door when they leave for a fire. Mr. Yon feels that we should send a memo to all departments with regard this issue.
*** DONATION – AMBULANCE: Mr. Parker moved to accept, the motion was seconded by Mr. Yon, the motion passed 2-0.
*** CONSERVATION EASEMENT: Mr. Parker stated that he read this. He is concerned with the statement with regard to the
breech of the easement. This states that the town will be responsible for payment of this or damages. Mr. Yon feels that we
should speak with he Conservancy with regard to this.
There being no further business at 11:20 Mr. Yon moved to adjourn, the motion was seconded by Mr. Parker, the motion passed 2-0
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Favreau
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