MP3 Recordings of Meetings
May 3, 2012
As of May 2, 2012, select recordings will be posted to bradfordnh.org. Not all meetings are recorded with technology that allows easy uploading. Only digital recordings will be uploaded as they are made available by appointed volunteer Bill Thompson. Any public meeting may be recorded by the Town or private citizens at any time without notice (the exception being non-public meetings according to state statute).
For an audio file (mp3) of the recordings meetings, please visit http://bradfordnh.org/mp3/ where they are named according to the date and the organization. Please note that, due to space issues, any recordings may be purged from the website without notice. For copies of analog recordings that are not posted, please contact the Selectmen’s office.
Forest Fire Danger for Saturday, 5.18.13
May 18, 2013
Today’s Fire Danger is a state wide class 3.
TODAY’S WEATHER
Cloud Cover: Partly cloudy to mostly clear skies.
Temperature: Mid 60s to lower 70s
Relative Humidity: Between 25 and 31 percent
Wind: Range from 9 to 12 mph, with gusts around 23 mph in the north region
Summary: High pressure over the region will bring dry weather and light winds through the weekend.
Selectmen’s Agenda 05.13.13
May 13, 2013
Selectmen’s Meeting
Agenda
May 13, 2013
Pledge of Allegiance
Appearances:
Regular
1. Thanks to Marilyn Gordon for covering the minutes from last weeks meeting
2. Emax paper work for signature
3. Filing for FEMA – cancel?
4. Knapton property
5. Tax warrant for signature – ½ of last year’s tax due.
6. Budget status of Welfare budget and Legal budget. Suggested budgets to transfer funds from
7. Chris Frey – sale of property
Minutes reviewed
Accounts Payable and Payroll Manifests for signature
Planning Board Agenda 05.14.13
May 9, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
P O BOX 436
BRADFORD, N.H.03221
MAY 14, 2013
7:00PM
A G E N D A
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF APRIL 9, 2013 MINUTES
CORRESPONDENCE FROM MARY PINKHAM-LANGER RE: INPUT ON SETTING PERMITS FROM THREE YEARS TO FIVE YEARS:
BRUCE EDWARDS – GRAVEL PIT PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUATION) – PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD – MA7-LOT 26
PUBLIC HEARING – MARTYN CHIVERS – 10 BREEZY HILL ROAD
VEHICLE RECYCLING – MAP 3, LOT 74A & 74B
CIP UPDATE WITH DEPARTMENTS AND ASSIGNED LEADERS WITH TIME LINE
TO DO FOLDER
ANY OTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD
ADJOURNMENT
Selectmen’s Agenda 05.06.13
May 3, 2013
Selectmen’s Meeting
Agenda
May 6, 2013
Pledge of Allegiance
Appearances:
1. Barry Wheeler
2. Walter Royal regarding revisions to the Building permit process
3. Chris Frey re: town land for sale
Regular
1. Timber Tax for signature
2. Filing for FEMA – cancel
3. Sign Appointment for Robert Toppi to Library Alternate
4. Town hall ready for clean up crews.
5. Knapton property
Minutes reviewed
Accounts Payable and Payroll Manifests for signature
ZBA Agenda 05.01.13
April 29, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MAY 1, 2013
7:00PM
A G E N D A
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF APRIL 3, 2013 MINUTES
TO DO FOLDER
RECEIPT OF APPLICATION
RULES OF PROCEDURE RE: ELECTION OF CLERK
REVISED APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE FORM-UPDATE COMPLETION
APPLICATION FOR REHEARING
APPEAL FOR AN ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION
REVIEW AND COMMENTS RE: UPDATED BUILDING PERMIT
ANY OTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD
ADJOURNMENT
What does forestry Class day………., mean?
April 26, 2013
WHAT DOES THE CLASS DAY MEAN?
Class 1: Low
Fires are not likely.
Class 2: Moderate
Fires are possible in light fuels.
Class 3: High
Fuels in open areas and sunny slopes may spread rapidly
Class 4: Very High
Fires spread and increase in intensity rapidly
Class 5: Extreme
Fires will spread very rapidly.
Old Warner Road
April 24, 2013
To all Parents, Spectators and Players,
It is that special time of the year again for baseball players, parents and fans. Soon our fields here in Bradford will be filled with the sounds of the cracking of a bat, the popping of a glove, the laughter and smiles of young kids and the smell of the BBQ grill in the air.
On Saturday April 27th the BNSYS kicks off its season with the annual 100 inning baseball game fundraiser to be held at Warren Brook Park in Bradford, NH. This special day is sure to be a success and fun will be had by all.
Apart from all participants and attendees having fun and enjoying this day and upcoming season here in Bradford, the safety of the players and fans is our main goal. We ask that anyone planning on attending the fundraiser this coming Saturday, or any game during the season, keep a few things in mind.
There are two parking lots nearby to the fields. One is on the Warren Brook Park side of the road and the other is in front of, or behind, the Kearsarge Regional Elementary School. Anyone attending a game this season is asked to park in one of the two lots. No vehicles should be parked alongside the road unless given special permission by the Bradford Police Department or BNSYS.
This is a major safety concern of ours for a few reasons. First and foremost is the safety of the children and fans attending the game. If you have ever attended a game then you are aware that there are always children running around the field having fun and waiting for their chance to chase down a foul ball. In the past it has become a practice for people to park alongside the field near the snack shack. While parking there may save you a short walk from the parking lot, it increases the risk of a child or fan not being seen by a passing motorist in a timely manner. It is also a violation of the town ordinance and could result in a $15.00 fine. We also ask that you keep in mind that the posted speed limit on Old Warner Road is 25 MPH.
We at the Bradford Police Department respectfully ask that everyone please follow the laws and town ordinances to ensure a safe and fun season for all. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at the station. Now with that being said, let’s PLAY BALL.
Sincerely,
Edward Shaughnessy
Detective – Bradford PD
Burning Permits for Rainy Weather
April 23, 2013
If you are planning on burning some brush while it rains, remember YOU need to obtain a burn permit. Just because it is raining does not mean you are allowed to burn without one.
Once you obtain a burn permit, you would be permitted to burn during the day light hours (8-5) if there is a steady rain falling. If the rain stops during that time period you are required to put the fire out. If it is after 5:00pm you can continue to burn if the rain stops.
REMEMBER: a fire is only considered out, when no smoke, heat is present. You are also required to have the means to control the fire (water hose, gardening tools), and never leave a wood fire unattended.
If you have any questions please contact Forest Warden; Steve Hansen (The Lumber Barn) 938-5161, or LT. Rob Steiz 938-2271.
Fire Permit Rules and Regulations 4.3.13
April 3, 2013
Laws, Rules & General Information Pertaining to Outside Burning of Wood
IT’S THE LAW-FIRE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED This is only a synopsis of rules and laws contained in RSA 227-L. For more info contact: Steve Hansen, Fire Warden or go to www.nhdfl.org (NH Division of Forests and Lands)
EVERY person, firm or corporation who kindles or causes to be kindled any fire or burns or cause to be burned any material, except when the ground is covered with snow, SHALL obtain a written fire permit from the town or city where the fire is to be kindled.
LIABILITIES
ANY person causing or kindling a fire without a written fire permit from the Forest Fire Warden, or the Warden’s authorized agent, when such permit is required, and any person by whose negligence or the negligence of his agents any fire caused, shall be liable to a civil action for the payment to the town, state, or United States or any or all of the same of expenses incurred by the Forest Warden or Deputy Warden in attending or extinguishing such fire.
PENALTIES
ANY person violating the permit law and its provisions, and any person who willfully or recklessly kindles a fire that endangers woodlands, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine up to $2,000.00 and/or up to one year in jail, or both.
Fire Permits
Permit to Kindle Fire
A Permit to Kindle a Fire is required for burning brush, cooking fires, or for seasonal campfires. There is no charge for these permits and they can be obtained in person from the Forest Fire Warden, Steve Hansen (home: 938-2634 or work: 938-5161). Permits cannot be issued over the telephone. The applicant should be prepared to show photo identification and, if not the landowner, must provide written permission from the landowner. Permits are only issued for the burning of brush and untreated lumber under 5” in diameter and only under favorable weather conditions. All other items (such as tires, painted wood, furniture, etc.) need to be disposed of in a proper manner, not by burning.
Camp Fire/ Brush Permits:
“Open Burning” means the burning of any material wherein products of combustion are emitted directly into the ambient air without passing through a stack or chimney from an enclosed container.
A Category I Fire: is a camp or cooking fire no greater than 2 ft. in diameter contained within a fire resistive ring. A Category I fire must be at least 25’ from structures. This would also include commercially made fire pits, chimneas and outdoor fireplaces. These fires may be kindled at any time, conditions permitting. Seasonal permits available.
A Category II Fire: is a camp or cooking fire no greater than 4 ft. in diameter contained within a fire resistive ring. A Category II or greater fire must be at least 50’ from structures. These fires may only be kindled between the hours of 5:00 pm and 12:00 am, unless it is actively raining or the ground is snow covered (100ft diameter around fire). Seasonal permits available.
A Category III Fire: means any other fire that is greater than 4 ft. in diameter or not contained in a fire resistive ring, such as an open brush/debris pile fire. These fires may only be kindled between the hours of 5:00 pm and 12:00 am, unless it is actively raining or the ground is snow covered (100ft diameter around fire). No Seasonal permits. A new permit is required for each day of burning.
Abbreviated Rules
(Complete Rules are covered under RSA 227-L:17 and Res 5600)
The permittee must be at least 18 years old and the legal landowner, or have the landowner’s written approval. The written approval must be submitted to receive a permit. Brush and wood cannot exceed 5 inches in diameter.
No household waste, treated wood or composite materials may be burned. Only clean, untreated and non-contaminated wood may be burned. No construction debris may be burned.
No accelerants, tires, or tubes are to be used in the material being burned.
All open fires shall be constantly attended until the fire is completely extinguished. A buried fire is not considered extinguished. “Completely extinguished” means to be extinguished so that it emits no smoke, heat, or flame.
Permittee must have proper suppression equipment to maintain control of the fire at all times.
Incinerator permits are no longer allowed, per RSA 125-N.
“REMEMBER: ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT WILD FIRES”
