ZBA Agenda 08.01.12
July 29, 2012
TOWN OF BRADFORD
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
P O BOX 436
BRADFORD, N.H. 03221
AUGUST 1, 2012
7:00pm
A G E N D A
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF JUNE 27, 2012 MINUTES FOR MARTYN CHIVERS SITE WALK AND REGULAR MEETING.
AUTUMN ROSE, JOHNSON HILL ROAD – PUBLIC HEARING – APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE MAP 2, LOT
INDUSTRIAL COMMUNICATIONS-KEVIN FADDEN, REPRESENTATIVE – APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE FOR COMMUNICATION TOWER ERECTION ON GOLDBERG/STARR PROPERTY.
- LESS THAN REQUIRED FRONTAGE
- TOWER HEIGHT GREATER THAN 20’ ABOVE TREE CANOPY.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD
ADJOURNMENT
Selectmen’s Agenda 07.30.12
July 28, 2012
Agenda
Selectmen’s Meeting
July 30, 2012
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Review Minutes
Appearances
1. Eric Johnson, NH Timberland Owners Assn.
2. Rob Steiz, Health officer
3. Town Hall Restoration Committee
Regular Business
1. Accounts Payable and Payroll manifest for review and signature
2. Land sale of the Sanborn/Griggs property – adjacent lot
3. Reconsideration of vote on Planning Board access to files
4. Timber Tax warrant for signature
5.
THRC Minutes 07.26.12
July 28, 2012
TOWN OF BRADFORD
TOWN HALL RESTORATION COMMITTEE
P O BOX 436
BRADFORD, N.H. 03221
JULY 26, 2012
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Eileen Kelly, Chair called the meeting to order with Michele Halsted, Sandy Wright, George Cilley, Caryl Walker, Marcia Keller, Dick Keller, and Marge Cilley, Secretary present. John Greenwood and Audrey Sylvester were absent.
Rick Monahon, Jr. AIA Architects and Jim Bruss, Bruss Construction were also present.
Review and Consideration of the July 2, 2012 minutes:
Motion was made by George Cilley to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Sandy Wright. Motion carried 5-0.
Eileen Kelly, Chair welcomed Rick Monahon who has plans for review and a preliminary discussion of phasing.
Rick advised he has a very short agenda this evening, but has prospective plans he put up for all to see which were driven by previous discussions with the committee as well as touring the town hall building. He has spent time with the Administrator, Town Clerk as well as looking at the program for uses for the building. Rick Monahon advised with Jim Bruss’ help, he hopes to have by the next meeting some rough numbers of what the phases will actually represent.
Lower Floor:
Rick began the drawings and discussion with the lower floor plan (basement) accepting the discussion at the last meeting, defining the footprint. Rick reiterated that one of Jim Bruss’ men crawled under the whole building taking pictures and measurements presenting a good opinion of the physical condition and structure of the building. It is extremely dry in the front part of the crawl space. Opinion is to not lift the whole building, but do the small repairs that will be required. The back of the building is where the source of the problems were with the water. Mr. Monahon advised it is not a very big project, not a scary project. The drawing shows a full foundation under the little box, the wing, that sticks out from the upper story. This would be 350 feet of space to be filled in, giving an additional value of square footage for use, making good economic sense. This floor would be for storage, archives, site maintenance, for lawn mowers etc. as well as stairs and mechanical room, for heating, air conditioning if included and perhaps water storage, depending upon where it will be placed. This would be well insulated and constructed to prevent moisture from ever accumulating in there again.
Main Floor:
The approach to the main floor is to make it meet the program of the offices of the Town Clerk,/Tax Collector, Administrative office with comfortable space to grow being used as a basis for an estimate. This has to be safety defensible. The Department of Labor is being very strict with their requirements, such as the staff being behind view through windows, and two exits. The main meeting room is scheduled for 60 seat capacity.
There is a corridor so there would be no need to go through the main meeting room.
Top Floor:
The top floor would be in the second Phase. The back stairwell will need to be reconstructed. The elevator would be installed in the front of the building and re-roofing will need to be done at the back but not a pitch change in the section where the police were located. The proposed auditorium would seat two hundred and forty (240) people with two more bathrooms being required in back of the stage area was discussed. Discussion ensued regarding location of stairs etc.
There would be a change of grade in front of the building making disability access as visible as possible in the front of the building.
Rick Monahon gave Eileen Kelly the copies of the plans.
Phase I would include first floor structural work to create full basement in the back, ADA accessibility to the front of the building, include a stair from the basement to the second floor, new mechanical systems. The type of system will have to be decided in the future. Air conditioning was one topic which is critical depending upon system used.
Also renewable and non-renewable energy system resources were discussed. Some of the work could be started in Phase I, to be finished in Phase II.
It was discussed that the current septic system is non-code compliance at 750 gallons.
Phase II would include completion of sprinkler system, elevator, upstairs bathrooms, ADA access, Fire Code egress, parking – repaving and lining spaces.
It was suggested that an estimate for figures for Phase I should be available from Jim Bruss in two weeks.
Carl Rubchinuk, Unity Rigging discussed the foundation and putting in stone as opposed to gravel to prevent water and silt from eroding the foundation.
The next meeting scheduled with Rick Monahon, Architect is on:
MONDAY, AUGUST 27, 2012 AT 7:00PM
Selectmen’s Meeting July 30, 2012:
The Town Hall Restoration Committee will request to be put on the Agenda to meet with the Selectmen on Monday July 30, 2012 to discuss the 7 to Save. Follow up on Rural Heritage Connection of Bradford – Stewardship Agreement and L-Chip Grant monies.
Michele is looking for the Community letter that was signed by the quilters and other people around town that are in support of the project which she needs to submit with the application.
Michele Halsted and Marcia Keller met with Atty. General Charitable Trust Unit Terry Knowles on July 23, 2012 and received much information regarding RSA 31:19 explaining the acceptance of private donations given for public purposes and how they need to be handled.
Question of why the Town Hall is on the National Historical Society list and not the State of New Hampshire, was because the State Historical Society was not in existence then.
Maggie Stier, New Hampshire Preservation Alliance advised of need to work on citizens for project as Grants are hard to get.
ADT survey resulted in they were amazed that the alarm system is not hooked up for a building that is assessed at nearly a million dollars. They will be talking with the Fire Chief Mark Goldberg.
Michele Halsted advised the LCHIP Grant Application is due September 7, 2012, which means there is a lot of work to be accomplished. Michele also advised that 50% of the Grant request amount is needed by the town.
The Raffle is on-going and is apparently being well received with positive comments.
Meeting Adjourned 8:40pm
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
THRC Agenda 07.26.12
July 27, 2012
Bradford Town Hall Restoration Committee
Meeting of July 26, 2012
At 7:00 p.m.
Bradford Community Center
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes of July 5, 2012
II. Rick Monahon, Architect
a. Plans for review and a preliminary discussion of phasing.
III. Report from meeting with Atty Gen Charitable Trust Unit Terry Knowles 23 July meeting in Concord – Michele Halsted & Marcia Keller
IV. Results of LCHIP Seminar in Ashland, NH on 18 July – Michele
V. Comments from Peter Michaud, National Register, Preservation, Tax Incentives ad Covenants Coordinator re State Register. – Michele
VI. Feedback from NH Preservation Alliance on 18 July; “Seven to Save” Nomination submitted. – Michele
VII. ADT survey – Michele
VIII. LCHIP grant applications are due Sept 7. – Michele
IX. Raffle – Quilt Show at meeting House
X. Other Business
XI. Next Meeting Dates:
a. Thursday, August 16 at 7:00 p.m. ???
Planning Board Minutes 07.24.12
July 26, 2012
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
JULY 24, 2012
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Marcia Keller, Chair called the meeting to order at 7:04pm with Sonny Harris, Selectmen’s Representative, Don Jackson, Bill Glennie, Caryl Walker, Alternate, Mark Keith, Alternate, Phil LaMoreaux, Vice Chair, Jim Bibbo and Marge Cilley, Secretary present. John Greenwood was absent.
Marcia Keller, Chair seated Mark Keith for John Greenwood.
Bill Glennie advised he needs to depart at 7:50pm.
Review and Consideration of June 26, 2012 minutes:
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo to approve the minutes of June 26th as presented. Seconded by Phil LaMoreaux. Motion carried 7-0.
To Do Folder:
The second quarter accounting report was perused.
There is Federal Emergency Management Agency paperwork to look at.
Martyn Chivers – 10 Breezy Hill Road:
Martyn Chivers came before the Planning Board stating he has an issue; that being one of the planning board members ability regarding decisions on what Mr. Chivers does in town. Mr. Chivers is requesting a member of the Planning Board recuse himself from any Chivers decisions. Phil LaMoreaux advised it is not necessarily an individual thing, but could be a board decision or he could volunteer to recuse himself however, does not feel any particular reason to. Marcia Keller, Chair advised that no one member of the board makes any decision at all, but is a vote of the entire board. Marcia went on to explain the Rules of Procedure. The Statute states in a situation of uncertainty, any member of the board can request for another member to be disqualified and that is voluntary however, this board put in that this vote shall be binding.
Martyn Chivers questioned if the board would make a decision and Marcia advised she does not see any decision to be made. Mr. Chivers did state that he feels absolute hatred from this man and has never felt this way ever before. Marcia Keller, Chair reiterated it is a board decision which is made by a majority vote of the board, and the only place a recusal would come up, would be pertaining to Mr. Chivers applications.
Mr. Chivers advised he does not feel it is fair for this person to sit on the board and judge him.
Phil LaMoreaux advised he does not think ill of Mr. Chivers, does try to be impartial in the matter, there is nothing in your application that is personal and I try to move and motion on the existing rules and regulations, and if you feel it is personal I am sorry, as it is not. Phil advised he does not feel there is any need to recuse himself, and went on to state that if any member of the board should want him to recuse himself for some reason he would. Mr. Chivers questioned if he could recuse himself to which Phil advised yes, but I choose not to.
Sonny Harris, Selectmen Representative questioned how this has been handled in the past, and Marcia Keller, Chair advised it has never come up previously. The only time someone has recused themselves is if it pertained to a family member, or some related situation.
Bill Glennie advised that Phil is consistently rather tough on people and is very thorough in following the rules and regulations.
Flow Chart Continuation:
Will not be worked on this evening.
Mitchell Correspondence:
Marcia Keller, Chair advised she had forwarded a copy of all the correspondence to the board and did not make copies of it.
Two weeks ago, the board made a decision that anyone looking for access to the planning board files would give two business days notice, so someone could be there and protect files. A week ago Monday evening Marcia Keller, Chair attended a Selectmen’s meeting and advised them of the planning board’s decision and they concurred this was a legitimate request. It was also suggested that this request be published in the Bridge and in the minutes of the Selectmen as well as the planning board minutes.
Mr. Mitchell attended the Selectmen’s meeting on July 23rd where he reiterated the whole issue of public access and advised he did not agree with the chair of the planning board for proposal to have the Town of Bradford Selectmen to agree to restrict tax payers to access to public records during business hours.
Mr. Mitchell objected the requirement of the Planning Board Chair that she be notified and be present during the citizens access to public records, asking us specifically what we are looking for. This is a violation of our privacy rights. We have a right to access public records without someone asking us what we are looking for. Marcia Keller advised Sonny Harris, Selectmen made a response stating we should not violate any statute and as a researcher, I should not expect any office personnel, especially those that are part time, overworked, underpaid to drop what they are doing at my whim to provide me with documents at once. Furthermore, the town as custodian of these precious records is responsible to safeguard them and see that they are properly re-filed.
RSA 91-A:IV was discussed. Marcia Keller, Chair advised that having a member of the planning board in attendance, the intention is not to ask what records are looked at and why, but to assist in finding sometimes an obscure item, which was the situation when Marcia did attend the Mitchells when a subdivision recording was filed prior to there being a planning board. Much discussion ensued.
Marcia Keller, Chair read the motion from the July 23, 2012 Selectmen’s meeting as follows:
“Motion was made by Barry Wheeler to contact the Planning Board for them to give Planning Board file keys to Cheryl Behr for access to records for the public’s perusal. When finished will leave the filing for the Planning Board to re-file. Seconded by Sonny Harris. Motion carried 3-0.”
Cheryl advised she will type up something for the planning board.
Sonny Harris, Selectmen’s Representative advised he also stated that they had to be in that room under her supervision. Sonny also went on to say that he wanted someone with authority, either a planning board member or Marge to be there.
Marcia Keller, Chair advised she has talked with Mr. Williams at LGC who advised her the Planning Board records are necessary to the Planning Board. They are under the custody and control of the Planning Board, not the Board of Selectmen. Mr. Williams sited RSA 91-A:IV. Also it was stated that the Planning Board has the responsibility to protect these and are not required to give anyone unfettered access to them, rather than peering over someone’s shoulder while they are looking at the records, we should know what records are being sought and provide them and see that they are properly filed.
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo for the Planning Board to make records available for inspection and copying within five business days of request. Seconded by Bill Glennie.
Motion carried 7-0.
Marcia will forward the decision and motion to the Board of Selectmen. Sonny will discuss this with the Board of Selectmen.
Bill Glennie left at this time, 7:50pm.
At this time, Marcia Keller, Chair pulled out Solitude Ridge folders for the members of the board to see how and why the records do need to be kept in order.
Suggestion was made that the access decision be added to the Rules and Procedures and discussed at the next two meetings followed by a Public Hearing.
Discussion ensued regarding property of Bill & Eleanor Pytlik at 425 Fairgrounds Road with the decision it is a question for the Assessor’s office.
Meeting adjourned 8:15pm.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
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Select Board Minutes 07.23.12
July 25, 2012
TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MEETING
JULY 23, 2012
5:30PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call To Order and Roll Call:
Harry Wright, Chair called the meeting to order at 5:33pm with Barry Wheeler, Sonny Harris, Cheryl Behr, Administrator, Marge Cilley, Secretary present. Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer was absent.
There were fourteen public attendees.
Review and Consideration of July 16, 2012 minutes:
Motion was made by Harry Wright, Chair to accept the minutes of July 16, 2012. Seconded by Sonny Harris. Harry Wright, Chair advised the second paragraph, page one, the earlier Non-Public meeting, as was shown on that Agenda, was not actually a Non-Public Meeting, but just a meeting with Mitchell Municipal Group.
Harry Wright, Chair also advised that regarding the air conditioner for the Senior room, Sonny Harris donated an air conditioner which he and Barry Wheeler installed, with no cost to the town, saving the $6,100.00 which had been discussed earlier.
Motion carried 3-0 with edit.
APPEARANCES:
Mr. & Mrs. Chet Mitchell, Solitude Ridge:
Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell came before the Selectmen regarding access to public records. Mr. Mitchell advised he is on the board of the Solitude Ridge Home Owners Association.
Mr. Mitchell advised that on the July 10, 2012 Planning Board Meeting, “Marcia Keller, Chair advised she will meet with the Selectmen and suggest the public give a day or two notice when wishing to view records.” Mr. Mitchell read from the July 16, 2012 Selectmen’s Minutes: “Marcia Keller, Chair Planning Board advised the Planning Board has agreed upon giving the public a two business days notice request to peruse public records. Also, unless it is for routine information such as minutes, a Planning board member would be notified.
The Selectmen concurred that this is a legitimate request. It was also stated that notification of this request should be published in the Bridge and minutes of the Selectmen as well as Planning Board”
Mr. Mitchell advised they do not feel something should be brought up at a meeting if it is not on the Agenda. This was not on the Agenda, and if it were, they would have been at the meeting. Mr. Mitchell went on to advise they are opposing any restrictions on access to public records. Mr. Mitchell also stated that they were at Merrimack County Registry of Deeds and did not need any advanced notice, and no one was peering over their shoulders while looking at the records. Mr. Mitchell also stated they do not feel the Planning Board Records are owned by the Planning Board, but are public records, and should be accessible to the public. He went on to read the Preamble of the “Access to Governmental Records and Meetings” which reads: Openness in the conduct of public business is essential to a democratic society. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure both the greatest possible public access to the actions, discussions and records of all public bodies, and their accountability to the people.
Mr. Mitchell went on to advise at the Town Hall, public records were not in locked cabinets…but in a locked room which could be accessed by the Town Clerk (who had the key). Why has this changed in the move to the current Town Hall location? Why can’t the Town Clerk have the key to the cabinets where records are kept? We can look at the records in her area and return the records to the Town Clerk when done. Mr. Mitchell advised the Chair of the Planning Board told them several times that she had to be here while they were looking at the records, and they feel it is a privacy concern for them. They do not want to have to explain to the Planning Board what records or why they are looking at them. Much discussion ensued. Mr. Mitchell advised these are public records and he does not feel there should be any restrictions, he does not mind calling an hour or two ahead of time.
Harry Wright, Chair advised not being on the agenda coincidentally ties in with the new policy that anything to be put on the Agenda will be required to be in by 11:30am on the Friday prior to the Selectmen’s meeting. Harry Wright, Chair advised the two day notice is a rule that is held by many towns in the state as noted in 91-A IV which states “If a public body or agency is unable to make a governmental record available for immediate inspection and copying, it shall, within 5 business days of request, make such record available”. Mr. Wright suggested we work out something practical that works. Harry Wright, Chair went on to state that yes, they are public records owned by the town, valuable to everybody, however, they are maintained by volunteers and when they get messed up and or misplaced, there is a lot of time and effort to get everything back in order.
Sonny Harris advised that the town has a huge responsibility of being stewards of these records, and number one, at the Merrimack County Registry of Deeds there are surveillance cameras all over the room and number two, you are looking at copies, not originals like you are here. It is our intent, and we encourage people to have access to these records and by protecting them, we are ensuring that they will be there for any one who does want to look at them, so they do not get lost, destroyed etc. Sonny also reiterated the 91-A: 4 Section relating to “within 5 business days”, and advised he was in contact with the Attorney at LGC who was in agreement with interpretation, as well as talking with people at the State Archives where he does a lot of research on original documents and they are of the same opinion that these records need to be safeguarded.
Sonny Harris went on to advise he wants people to be able to look at these records, however, at the same time wants them to be available but also protected.
Question was why cannot the Administrator have a key and access to the Planning Board records as well as all other records of other departments.
Cheryl Behr advised she is not the Town Clerk as was referred to, but is the Administrator.
Question was asked by the Mitchells of why are the records under lock and key here when Cheryl had access to them at the Town Hall any time. Cheryl Behr advised yes, she had a key to everything at the Town Hall, but she was not sure the Planning Board knew she was releasing records.
Sonny Harris reiterated that he is a professional researcher which he has done for nearly forty years, having done half the towns in the State of New Hampshire, and with rare exceptions, I need three, four or five days notice to look at those records and usually give a general idea of what specific file I want to look at. Mrs. Mitchell advised she is not concerned with the notice, but does not want someone looking over her shoulder or asking every minute what are you looking for, that is a privacy issue.
Barry Wheeler spoke up and advised these are not copies, but originals. People do take things unintentionally or they get mis-filed and once gone, cannot be recovered, he had two sets of plans but only one can be located at this time.
Dave Pickman advised that the reason records are now kept under lock is because many years ago when he was Selectmen, records were missing or getting mis-filed.
Cheryl Behr advised the reason for the current Planning Board files being locked is they are now located in a room that is used for many functions.
Motion was made by Barry Wheeler to contact the Planning Board for them to give Planning Board file keys to Cheryl Behr for access to records for the public’s perusal. When finished will leave the filing for the Planning Board to re-file. Seconded by Sonny Harris. Motion carried 3-0.
Cheryl advised she will type up something for the Planning Board.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
Accounts Payable were reviewed and signed. Cheryl advised there were 40 – $10.00 roster checks for the Fire Department.
The Police received a Thank You.
Cheryl thanked Sonny and Barry for installing the air conditioner in the Senior Room which was no cost to the town. They are also looking for a Homeland Security Grant to cover an air conditioner.
Cheryl Behr advised the Town’s portion of the Block Grant has been reduced from previous years, and we will receive around thirty thousand dollars less. The reason for the drastic drop is not known at this time.
Forms were signed for the appointment of Rob Steiz as the new Health Officer. Harry Wright, Chair advised Rob has already gotten into the middle of his new job for which he thanks him for that.
Cheryl Behr read a letter from Jane Johnsen dated July 19, 2012. (Letter at end of these minutes). [Webmaster: The document was inserted as a graphic and not easily removed for posting; interested parties may review the document at Town Offices.]
Sonny Harris responded to the letter stating that first of all, it is not a fact, Barry is not acting as a part time Road Agent, he is just helping with the town crew. Second of all, it is an open investigation, and we do not dictate to the County or Federal people how to conduct an investigation, that is up to them, it is over when it is over and has nothing to do with us. Sonny added that we are lucky to have Barry, that he is doing a good job and saving us money.
Mr. Chet Mitchell stated Barry is doing a great job on Fairgrounds Road plus the hundreds of gallons of gasoline he has saved.
Harry Wright, Chair advised it is still a transient situation; this is not a long term issue.
Cheryl advised the Agenda for the Selectmen’s meetings will close on Friday’s at 11:30am from now on and she will get it posted and on the internet as soon as possible after that.
Barry Wheeler questioned a bill and whether the work is done and it should be paid at this time or not. Cheryl will check into this further.
The Road Crew report for the week ending July 21, 2012 will be at the end of these minutes. [Webmaster: The document was inserted as a graphic and not easily removed for posting; interested parties may review the document at Town Offices.]
Barry Wheeler advised he would check with the Engineers regarding the curb cut at the Sanborn property on East Main Street.
Cheryl advised she has not contacted anyone regarding the building on the Sanborn property.
Cheryl has a list of town owned properties from Perry Teele and Chris Frey who had been working on this as well as a letter from the auctioneer.
Motion was made by Sonny Harris to go into Non-Public under RSA 91-A:3IIe. Seconded by Barry Wheeler.
Sonny Harris Yes Barry Wheeler Yes Harry Wright, Chair Yes
Motion carried 3-0.
Sonny Harris thanked the Mitchell’s for having patience.
Meeting Adjourned 6:28pm to Non-Public
Non Public Meeting Adjourned at 7:17
Regular Meeting Adjourned at 7:21 per E-Mail from Cheryl Behr July 24, 2012
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley, Secretary
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Conservation Commission Minutes 07.17.12
July 23, 2012
Meeting Minutes
July 17, 2012, Brown Memorial Library @ 7:00 p.m.
Present: George Beaton, Seth Benowitz, J. Ann Eldridge, Patty Furness, Brooks McCandlish, Meg Fearnley
Secretary’s Report: Minutes from 6/19/12 accepted as read.
Treasurer’s Report: Meg’s report accepted
NH Coverts Project: George Beaton expressed interest in attending the Coverts workshop in Greenfield on October 3-6, 2012.
Shoreland Impact Permit: Harold Wright desires to remove the existing structure at 10 Oakdale Rd and rebuild on the lot. The new construction will be set further back from the shore of Lake Massasecum, thus lessening impact and improving shoreland protection.
Planning Board/ Zoning Board:
-The Chivers’ site walk of revised plan for auto recycling facility on Breezy Hill Rd. done, and was attended by Seth and Patty. The new proposed storage site for processed metal will be moved further back to a hillside, and excavation will be needed to clear and level the area. Discussion of possible environmental impact followed; Ann expressed importance of complying with setback laws. An alternate plan of presenting a zoning change of a lesser setback from the highway may follow. This would allow them to seek a variance from the State setback of 660’ from Route 103.
-Valley Excavation application for further excavation on Breezy Hill Rd. has been accepted.
-Fournier application for variance to build on a Davis Rd. non-conforming lot has been approved by the ZBA. It was reported that an appeal may be filed by a neighbor who was not notified of the process.
-Dodge’s Hardware site plan application has been accepted by the Planning Board. There is no apparent natural resource impact involved. A public hearing to follow.
Ausbon Sargent quarterly outreach meeting was attended by Seth. An invasive species workshop will be presented Thursday November 1 from 4-6:30 p.m. at KRMS in Sutton. Seth also reported the Kearsarge Klassic bike event will take place September 8, with all proceeds going to ASLPT. There was discussion on the need to refine the conservation focus list presented by Beth McGuinn at last month’s meeting at a future date.
The Scion property has been sold as a hunting cabin.
Bobcat Talk will take place Friday August 24. Possible event sites discussed; Meg will contact the Community Center regarding using the site. Ann confirmed the date with Walt (Fish and Game) but has not heard back from him since then.
Trails and Public Lands map updates are needed – have run out of old maps. Bill Duffy has offered to redesign the map for $200. For an additional $200, he will do an update to the NRI maps to include the 3 Bradford properties conserved in 2011. Motion was made and accepted to approve the expenses.
Battles Trail Hike is Thursday August 2, from 4-6:00 p.m. Ann submitted a Bridge article. We will need to fine tune the trail prior to the hike.
Fairgrounds Rd. asphalt has been ground up in one section. The road will be repaved and 8 culverts replaced next spring. Until then, there is concern that the remaining material may be washed into the nearby West Branch water flow. Ann has made inquiries to 2 State agencies regarding possible environmental harm. Brooks suggested an educational delegation to the selectmen, and a motion was made and accepted to research the situation and notify the selectmen of any concerns.
NRI finalization discussed. Meg will edit. The Hazard Mitigation Report will be included under Climate Change. The Shoreland Protection recommendations were reviewed and approved, as was the draft for Town and State Forests.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Patty Furness, Secretary
Selectmen’s agenda 07.23.12
July 23, 2012
Agenda
Selectmen
July 23, 2012
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Review Minutes
Appearances
1. Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell regarding access to records.
Regular Business
1. Accounts Payable and Payroll manifest for review and signature
2. Intent to cut for Map 9 Lot 38 – Boisvert
3. Thank you rec’d for Police
4. Reduction in Highway block grant
5. Sign the appointment forms for Health Officer
6. Jane Johnsen letter to be read to record
7. Change in policy – agenda will close on Friday at 11:30am.
8. Non-public session per RSA 91(a) Personnel.
Planning Board Agenda 07.24.12
July 21, 2012
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
P O BOX 436
BRADFORD, N.H. 03221
JULY 24, 2012
A G E N D A
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF JUNE 26, 2012 MINUTES
TO DO FOLDER
MARTYN CHIVERS – 10 BREEZY HILL ROAD
FLOW CHART CONTINUATION
MITCHELL CORRESPONDENCE
ANY OTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD
ADJOURNMENT
