Select Board Agenda 09.02.08
August 29, 2008
Selectmen’s Meeting
Agenda
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Appearances
1. Kate Dobrowski and Friends of the BACC regarding Budget Preparation
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Regular Business
1. Accounts payable and payroll manifest for review
2. Exploring alternative assessing options
a. Discussion with Ms. Tramantozi of DRA
b. Revaluation in 2010 – statistical vs. complete revaluation.
3. Abatement for signature – Jeff Harling
4. Stage curtain project status
5. Budgetary request from the Red Cross $710
6. MS-1 and
Budget Committee Agenda 09.02.08
August 23, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING
SEPTEMBER 2, 2008
To the Inhabitants of the Town of Bradford, New Hampshire
You are hereby notified that the Budget Committee will meet with the
Selectmen on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at 7:30pm
At The Town Hall To Review figures and support an application to the State Department of Revenue
THE TOWN HALL IS HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE VIA THE BACK ENTRANCE NEAR THE POLICE STATION.
PERSONS NEEDING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE TO ATTEND THE MEETING SHOULD CONTACT THE TOWN OFFICES IN ADVANCE TO MAKE ANY OTHER NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS.
AUGUST 21, 2008
Planning Board Agenda 08.26.08
August 23, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
WORK SESSION
August 26, 2008
7:00pm
AGENDA
1. Call to Order and Roll Call.
2. Review and Acceptance of July 22, 2008 minutes.
3. To Do Folder.
4. Site Plan Regulations Up-date.
5. Response to letters gone out. (Pickman, Demers, Fortune, Cresswell (Hobbs) even Payson for gravel pit)
6. Conditions of Approval to be met (review recent approvals) Ledgewood Pines, NFI, NSR, Pickman, Chestnut Hollow
7. Any other business.
8. Adjournment.
Planning Board Minutes 08.12.08
August 19, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR SESSION
AUGUST 12, 2008
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair called the August 12, 2008 meeting to order at 7:00pm with Charles Meany, Selectmen’s Representative, Marcia Keller, Barry Wheeler, Sonny Harris, Jeff Aarons, Alternate, Jim Bibbo, Alternate, Jane Johnsen, Alternate present. Barbara Vannata and Bill Glennie were absent.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair seated Jane Johnsen for Bill Glennie and Jim Bibbo for Barbara Vannata.
Review and Acceptance of July 8, 2008 minutes:
Motion was made to accept the July 8, 2008 minutes with the edit on the last page of dropping the P on OE Trucking. Seconded by Jim Bibbo. Motion carried 6-0. Charles Meany abstained.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair read a letter dated August 12, 2008 from the Selectmen presented by Charles Meany, Selectmen Representative. This letter is in regard to the new Highway Garage construction which will be within the 30’ set back of an abutter per RSA 674:54 which requires the Selectmen to give written notification to the planning board. A location map was attached. (Letter is on file) There were no comments from the planning board members.
To Do Folder:
The contents of the To Do Folder was gone over and discussed.
Conceptual Consultation:
Tim Bernier, Surveyor for Nate Kimball, Breezy Hill Road, Map 3, Lot 82-1A.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised that a Conceptual Consultation is a non-binding discussion.
Tim Bernier advised in 2003 Nate Kimball showed excavation of 60,000 square yards in the back of the property. He now is showing 80,000 square yards of material left. He also advised a bond has been in place from the beginning. Mr. Bernier handed out copies to board members to show the area. The Planning Board advised a new application is required, as renewals are no longer done. A modification of original plan shows an 8 foot berm to prevent erosion as well as to keep material confined. Test pits have been done. Will be on September 9, 2008 agenda.
OLD BUSINESS:
Daniel Draft Minor Subdivision, Hogg Hill Road and Sunset Hill Road, Map 6, Lot 51-1. Continuation. Represented by Dave Eckman, Eckman Engineering. A brief synopsis of the plan was explained and Phil LaMoreaux, Chair opened the floor to public comment. There being no discussion, public comment session was closed.
Motion was made to approve the subdivision on Hogg Hill Road and Sunset Hill Road by Barry Wheeler. Seconded by Jim Bibbo.
Motion was made by Marcia Keller for an amendment to add a restriction condition that the driveway not be paved and to be recorded in the deed. Sonny seconded the amendment. Jim Bibbo voted Nay, Motion carried 6-1.
Motion for the subdivision approval was made by Barry Wheeler, seconded by Jim Bibbo. Motion carried 7-0.
Mention was made that there is an additional fee at MCRD for ELCHIP in the amount of $25.00.
NEW BUSINESS:
DPX2 Revised Site Plan, Route 3, Map 3, Lot 52B, Bob Stewart, Jr., RCS Design represented the Pettiglio’s.
A revised Site Plan was handed out to the board members showing elimination of trees on front and east of the building and off set trees in the back. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair read a letter from Bill Glennie dated 8/12/08 regarding trees, lighting and handicapped ramp which needs to be addressed.
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo to reject the revised application and adhere to the original Site Plan. Jim withdrew his motion.
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to accept the revised application, seconded by Sonny Harris. Charles Meany abstained. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to not approve the Revised Application for the Site Plan. Seconded by Barry Wheeler. Motion carried with the following listed conditions needing to be met. 7-0.
1. Underlying Zones not changed.
2. Was approved prior to Vet. Clinic.
3. Original plan – Trees and Landscaping.
4. Sign with Planning Board approved – lighting.
5. Trees depicted on plans as proposed.
Dave Eckman, Eckman Engineering representing OE Trucking, Martyn Chivers, Map 3, Lot 74, 74A, 74B Subdivision and Lot Line Adjustment.
Sonny Harris recused himself.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair, seated Jeff Aarons for Sonny Harris.
Dave Eckman handed out new plans to the board as there were some typo’s on the originals.
Notice was taken that abutter with Map 3, Lot 52 1-A should be DPX2, not James A. Green which will be corrected and an abutters notice will be forwarded.
The Planning Board members went over the request for modification received as well as comments from the Town Dept. Heads and review from CNHRPC.
Motion was made by Barry Wheeler to accept the application for a subdivision as complete. Charles Meany seconded. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo that this is not a Development of Regional Impact. Seconded and carried 7-0.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair opened the floor to public comments, there being none, the floor was closed to public comments.
A street plat application is required for the right of way.
This will be continued on September 9, 2008. There will be a Site Walk scheduled at a later date.
Motion was made by Marcia Keller that the Site Plan should be considered as a Conceptual Consultation. Seconded by Jane Johnsen. Motion defeated 6-1.
Motion was made to waive Conceptual Consultation and consider it as an application. There was no actual vote but consensus of members was agreed. A review from CNHRPC is needed.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair opened the floor to public comment. Questions from Breezy Hill residents included:
There are no lights or controls for accessing, which driveway will be used for the school busses? Tonnage is limited on the bridge. Not enough turn room. Driveway and environmental concerns near the Warner River.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair proposed making three separate proposals, one for each lot, 74, 74A, 74B. Public comment was closed by Phil Lamoreaux, Chair.
Mention was made that there has been no responses received from letters that have been mailed to: Carolyn Demers, Dave Pickman, John Fortune, and Harriett Hobbs. A verbal response was received from C. Payson via the Selectmen’s office, that there is no further activity at his gravel pit.
Marcia Keller handed out a new DRAFT for Site Plan Reviews and requested members compare with the previous ones and get back to her. Jane Johnsen will do a Review Application form.
Marcia Keller strongly suggested a letter should be written to the Selectmen regarding a Home Owners Association at Chestnut Hollow as a protection to the town, as they are responsible for their roads etc.
Meeting Adjourned 10:00PM
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Select Board Public Hearing 09.02.08
August 15, 2008
The Bradford Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing to inform the town of progress and placement of the new Highway Garage building on Cilley Lane during their regularly scheduled meeting on September 2, 2008. The Hearing will begin at 7:00pm in the Town Hall. The Public is encourged to attend.
Selectmen’s Agenda 08.19.08
August 14, 2008
Agenda
Selectmen’s Meeting
August 19, 2008
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Appearances:
1. Jessie Levine
Regular Business:
1. Accounts payable and payroll manifest for review and signature
2. Financing for HWY Garage for discussion
3. March plans for salt shed to be drafted. Need quote in board feet for volunteers
4. Budget review and possible short falls – DRA application for emergency expend for fuel
5. Sign Timber Tax warrant and Gravel warrant
Friends of the Bradford Area Community Center Annual Meeting 09.10.08
August 14, 2008
The Friends of the Bradford Area Community Center will hold their annual meeting on Wednesday, September 10th, at 6 pm at the Bradford Area Community Center.
All are invited to this public meeting.
Library Trustee Minutes 08.04.08
August 9, 2008
Minutes from August 4, 2008
Board Meeting for the Trustees to Brown Memorial Library
Attendance included: Joan Perry, Bea Howe, Brooks McCandlish, Rod Jones, Meg Fearnley, Penny Ulrich, Bob Manchester & Erica Gross
1. The minutes from the last meeting were read and accepted with a change to read “in memory of Fred Winch” instead of “from Fred Winch” .
2. Treasurer’s report was read and accepted. A motion was made to accept all gifts and donations made to Brown Memorial Library from July 7 through August 4, in the amount of $1,536.89 ($1,251.00 from Book and Plant sales).
3. Librarian’s report was read and accepted.
4. It was decided to prepay the oil up to the amount that was designated in the 2008 budget. Anything spent over that amount will be included in next year’s budget.
5. The concrete pad was poured for the book drop. Steve Lucier now has only to drill the holes to connect the drop to the actual pad.
6. After contacting all of the trustees via email, a motion was made to purchase a portable AC unit. A few of the Librarians suffered during the last few heat waves hence the change in the decision. A Sharp AC was purchased for $550.00.
7. The fund raising dinner plans are going smoothly. All trustees have been asked to show up at the Mason’s lodge at 10am on August 23rd to do clean-up, set-up and food preparation. Erica will call Jay Tucker to borrow the BNSYS grill, call Market Basket and order the ribs.
8. The basement flooding has been a concern. Brooks brought in a new sump pump and the water seems under control at this point. The gutters by the downstairs door need to be rerouted towards the street.
9. Brooks will examine the 20ft tree that Oona has picked out for the library. If he feels the tree is too large then we shall go to Lyons Nursery and use the money that was donated specifically for a tree.
10. Brooks will also talk with the neighbor Andrew Pinard about the trimming of the poplar trees that are overhanging the rear roof of the library.
11. The electrical work has been a wonderful addition to making the opening and closing of the library easier. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for taking care of this project. It has also been suggested that more outlets are necessary in certain parts of the library. An estimate of the cost is forthcoming.
12. The carpets are in need of a cleaning. Bruce Edwards will be contacted regarding cleaning them.
13. August 30th is the next book sale. Volunteers have been lined up.
14. Next meeting is September 8, 2008 at 7:00pm.
Meeting was adjourned @ 7:45 pm
Respectfully submitted,
Erica Gross, Secretary
Select Board Minutes 08.08.08
August 8, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
SPECIAL SELECTMEN’S MEETING
TOWN HIGHWAY GARAGE
AUGUST 8, 2008
9:00 AM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Peter Fenton, Chair called the meeting to order at 9:00 am with Andrew Pinard and Charles Meany present. Also present was Steve Lucier, Road Agent, Mike Sailer, Sailer Excavation and Marjorie Cilley, Secretary.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard, seconded by Charles Meany to send a back hoe down on Forest Street to clear out a culvert which would take about 2 hours of time per Steve Lucier, Road Agent. Also a letter needs to be written to the home owner to plant grass to keep sediment from crossing the street.
Motion carried 3-0.
Andrew Pinard gave a brief run down of the procedures leading up to this mornings meeting. The surveyor was given the undertaking of siting the new proposed highway garage, which was:
1. One was in compliance which was approved at the Special Town Meeting.
2. One was not in compliance.
Today, we are meeting to look at alternative sites.
At the August 5th, 2008 Selectmen’s meeting, there was a motion to order the building, and hold off on placement for two weeks. Andrew Pinard agreed with the ordering of the building.
Charles Meany advised concurring with the location that was approved at the Special Town Meeting.
Mike Sailer, Sailer Excavation advised it would be a lot of work to connect the new steel building to be erected to the existing wooden building.
Steve Lucier, Road Agent advised the State needs a 50 foot buffer in back of the building from Route 103 and there is 65 foot which would give the town 15 feet in the back they could use.
Andrew Pinard advised he is asking the other two Selectmen to take full responsibility of any and all problems with relocating the building.
At this time, everyone did a site walk
Motion was made by Charles Meany to Site the new proposed metal building to the left of the existing fuel tanks, parallel to the highway, Route 103. Peter Fenton seconded the motion. Andrew Pinard voted Nay. Motion carried 2-1.
Meeting Adjourned 9:15AM
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Select Board Agenda 08.08.08 9:00am
August 7, 2008
Special Meeting of the Board of Selectmen at TOWN SHEDS at 9:00am to discuss site placement of the Highway Garage.
