Planning Board Minutes 04.22.08
April 23, 2008
DRAFT DRAFT
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
WORK SESSION
APRIL 22, 2008
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair called the April 22, 2008 meeting to order with Marcia Keller, Barbara Vannata, Barry Wheeler, Sonny Harris, Charles Meany, Selectmen, present, and Carol Meise, Jane Johnsen, and Jim Bibbo, Alternates present. Bill Glennie was absent.
Consideration and Approval of Minutes of March 25, 2008:
Motion made by Barbara Vannata to approve the March 25, 2008 minutes. Barry Wheeler seconded. Edit under Election of Officers, last Motion, spelling of Jim Bibbo.
Marcia Keller abstained. Motion carried with edit. 5-0.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair seated Carol Meise for Bill Glennie.
Letter to Town of Newbury:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair wrote a letter to the Town of Newbury regarding request for George Carafa, Map 1, Lot 04. and went over it with the Planning Board members. Refers to RSA: 674:53, 1, 3, 4
Gravel Pits:
Discussion regarding regulations, applications, and follow through. It was suggested that the Code Enforcement Officer could do an inspection of any unpermitted pits. A list of reclamation standards should be provided to the Code Enforcement Officer and a list of what he could go through for an inspection. Charles Meany advised the Code Enforcement would be acting as a representative of the regulators. Concept is to have the Code Enforcement Officer do an inspection and if he notices any conditions that need to be addressed through closure, that the procedure would be to send a letter to the owner so stating and give them a period of time by which to rectify the situation. Go through closure, file closure, report at least to the Planning Board.
Charles Meany advised a letter should be forwarded to the Selectmen requesting that as the regulators we have assigned the Building Inspector to go and look at these pits and evaluate them per our standards. Barry Wheeler will be present only as an observer. Things the Building Inspector should have but not limited to: 1. RSA: 155-E: 5 Minimum and Express Reclamation Standards, (the minimum the Building Inspector should refer to when assessing the site. 2. Reclamation Standards, found on page 6 of Planning Board Reg. 3. Maps, Lots, and whatever details from the Planning Board files.
Jane Johnsen presented a form the State uses, an Excavation, Reclamation check list which the Building Inspector may find very helpful.
Intent to excavate is scheduled from March to March and is done at the Selectmen’s Office after completed Planning Board forms have been done. This is like an Intent to cut form, only for gravel.
Charles Meany, Selectman will check at the Selectmen’s office to see which pits in town have paid money to the State, and will advise at the next Planning Board meeting.
The Planning Board as a group will go on a Site Walk, and invite the Building Inspector to join them on any application as deemed beneficial.
Site Plan Update:
General consensus was to modify the existing regulations, and not start over again.
Some wish list information includes: Locus Map – showing streams and wetlands, review setback from linear wetlands, currently wetland setbacks are based on area, and maybe they should revise the wetland criteria to include linear wetlands which would be along streams. Some further concerns include drainage, illumination and signage. Marcia Keller suggested all board members should read the Site Plan and bring whatever changes they see to the board at the next work session on May 27, 2008.
Charles Meany questioned holding a public hearing. After the proposed changes in the Site Plan Regulations have been in place, the board will notice a Public Hearing, hold a Public Hearing, if no proposed changes, then the board can vote to adopt it, sign it, then it will be official.
A light on the corner of Route 103 and Center Road belonging to Anne Hallahan needs to be looked at as it is blinding traffic coming up the highway. The Building Inspector should be advised of this. This is a safety issue.
Jane Johnsen and Jim Bibbo have been sworn in as Alternates to the Planning Board.
To Do Folder:
1. Department of Safety MV letter received from the State regarding Martyn Chivers, 10 Breezy Hill Road, Map 3, Lot 74A requesting to open an inspection station for Auto and Motorcycle. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair read the letter to the Planning Board.
Motion was made by Barry Wheeler to allow the request by the State for Martyn Chivers to operate an inspection station for Auto and Motorcycle on Map 3, Lot 74A and return a letter so stating. Seconded and carried 6-0.
A copy of a letter to the NH State Historic Resources Officer was received by the Planning Board regarding the West Meadow Road bridge over Hoyt brook. This is a standard dredge and fill application submitted by SEA Engineering. This is for information only.
Notice received that CNHRPC is putting on an Innovative Land Use work shop, on May 22, 2008, 6:30pm to 8:00pm., at the Henniker Community Center. Ian Thomas, Circuit Rider is actually coordinator for it. Also, on May 8th, 2008, 6:00pm to 8:00pm there is a Getting To Know N H Granite Data Mapper at NHTI in Concord.
Regarding the Flood Insurance Map that we have, Fema notified they will be posting a notice in the local paper. There is a 90 day review period for changes to the maps, which started April 20, 2008.
Jane Johnsen reported on the meeting she and Jim Bibbo had with Mr. Corrigan regarding a grant for “Safe Walk to School”. He is willing to come to a planning board meeting, and Jane will see if he could come for the May 27, 2008 work session.
Meeting adjourned at 8:50pm.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Select Board Minutes Town Hall 04.19.08
April 23, 2008
DRAFT DRAFT
TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S SPECIAL MEETING
RE: TOWN SHEDS
TOWN HALL
APRIL 19, 2008
10:25AM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Peter Fenton, Chair called the meeting to order with Charles Meany, Andrew Pinard, and Cheryl Behr, Administrator present at 10:25AM. Also present was Ethan Wilensky-Lanford from the Concord Monitor.
This meeting was a continuation of the 9:00am meeting held at the Town Sheds with 35 town’s people attending regarding the concerns of the town sheds, and where we want to go from here.
Andrew Pinard advised there is a need to get someone to give rough numbers for rehabilitation of the building, so we have a comparison to provide to those who think this might be the best way to go.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to engage someone to do a Site Survey, and to get concrete information done at least for that section of that lot. Seconded by Charles Meany. Motion carried 3-0.
Cheryl Behr, Administrator was instructed to call three surveyors, and word will also be gotten out around town for anyone who wishes to step forward who is a licensed surveyor.
It will be put in the newspaper, posted around town as well as on the Web Site.
Peter Fenton, Chair advised the consensus of the people attending the meeting held earlier at the Town Shed was that a new facility is desired.
Cheryl Behr, Administrator requested to know the size and configuration for information..
Suggestions are:
Size of building being: 60’ x 100’
2 – 14’ x 16’ wide doors on each end, with electric openers
2 - Doors for people
Standing seam roof
Insulation: High R value
Building would have 4’ down and 4’ above ground foundation
Plans would include building to be on Site Work done by Volunteers
Finish on the inside: to be done by volunteers
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to have Bruss give some numbers for rehabilitating the existing town sheds, as well as Hank Thomas’ input. Charles Meany seconded. Passed 3-0.
Cheryl Behr, Administrator suggested she work on the Warrant Article to forward to Tim Bates, Town Attorney, to be able to move forward for the Special Town Meeting. Another thought is a lease/purchase metal building and length of time was discussed.
Barry Wheeler volunteered to check out exactly how much sand is left at the Jones Road pit.
Another idea is a design and build salt shed which can be built instantly with a soft roof which would last around seven years per Steve Lucier, then could be re-roofed. He will check further on this.
Charles Meany suggested calling Construx in Plymouth, and Bricks and Stix in Concord, as well as Sailer in Warner, and Morton, Bedford. Bob Stewart, Jr. RCS Design will be asked if he would be interested in working on the septic design.
Steve Lucier, Road Agent will work on placement of the buildings with the help of Barry Wheeler and Brewster Caswell. Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised that the BACC is planning on a skating rink at the ball field.
The Special Town Meeting is still being worked on, with a hopeful date in June.
Currently the town has $25,000.00 for Town Shed maintenance/repair
100,189.00 Highway Capital Reserve
56,187.00 Town Facilities
Motion to adjourn, seconded and carried 3-0 at 11:10am.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Select Board Minutes Town Sheds 04.19.08
April 23, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S SPECIAL MEETING
AT
TOWN SHEDS
APRIL 19, 2008
9:00AM
In Attendance:
Peter Fenton, Chair, Charles Meany, Andrew Pinard, Cheryl Behr, Administrator, and Marge Cilley, Secretary were present:
Peter Fenton, Chair welcomed everyone to this mornings meeting at the Town Sheds to analyze what needs and should be done.
35 interested townspeople attended the morning meeting. There were maps available for the public to have as well as a large map on an easel for conversation regarding placement of buildings.
Bill Cote, Local Government Center was introduced by Peter Fenton, Chair and he gave the following overview of the buildings at the town shed.
Mr. Cote noted the Local Government Center represents town and liability. He gives factual and non emotional input, and has been doing this for fifteen years. Some of the concerns he listed:
1. In ground septic
2. Bays open in the ground which is very serious environmentally.
3. Furnace
4. Fire separation regarding rooms
5. Room to maneuver around inside.
6. Lift needed – creepers used now, workers lay on backs under vehicles
7. Environmental sound salt shed
8. Structure/leaning some
Much discussion ensued regarding replacing the existing building with a steel building, or rehabilitate the existing building. Charles Meany, Selectman advised bringing the existing sheds up to code and standards could cost more than purchasing a new building.
It was stated that a structural person needs to walk through, and then make a decision between rehabilitation costs or new building.
Mention was also made that with the ball field, there is a concern for safety and parking.
Another suggestion, made by Perry Teele was could the salt shed be located elsewhere, such as at the gravel pit on Jones Road.
Conversation ensued regarding the use of the ball field. Andrew Pinard advised it is a center of community, and unless there is another available site within the center of town, that should remain as such.
The question was asked if there was a difference of fifty thousand ($50,000.00) between a new facility, and rehabilitating the existing building, which way would you go. It was a definite majority by a show of hands to build a new facility.
Another concern was the cost of paving at today’s prices.
Peter Fenton, Chair thanked everyone for coming and sharing their great ideas.
Meeting adjourned 10:00am
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Library Activities May 2008
April 20, 2008
FRIDAY, MAY 2
Book-to-Movie Discussion
The Snow Walker, 7pm
MONDAY, MAY 5
Library Trustees, 7pm
SATURDAY, MAY 10
Mother’s Day Craft Program, 11am
FRIDAY, MAY 16
International Movie
Le Grande Voyage
(Morocco), 7pm
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21
Annual Friends of the Library Meeting, 4:30pm
THURSDAY, MAY 22
Agatha Christie program
Mountain View Senior Center, 11am
SATURDAY, MAY 24
Plant & Book Sale
9am-2pm
Conservation Commission Minutes 04.15.08
April 20, 2008
BRADFORD CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
Date: April 15, 2008
Time: 7:00 p.m., Town Library
Present: Perry Teele, Phil LaMoreaux, Ann Eldridge, Brooks McCandlish, Nathaniel Bruss, Meg Fearnley, Andrea LaMoreaux, Carol Meise (Quorum met)
Visitor: Seth Benowitz; Alden Beauchemin; Beth Rodd; Andrew Pinard, Selectman
I. Previous Meeting Minutes
a. 03/18/08 meeting minutes were reviewed, minor edits made, moved to accept, seconded, and approved by all.
II. Project Review
a. Naughton Property Naughton Property, Jones Road (Map 6, Lot 101), Alden Beauchemin (Keyland) representing
i. Review of proposed new 60’ x 60’ building for sorting recycling (new proposed service)
ii. No water will come out of new building (will go into a holding tank)
iii. Two proposed detention areas on site to collect stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces
iv. Drainage report shows a reduced amount of stormwater runoff from property after proposed project
v. Some blasting issues to deal with.
vi. Planning Board will ask Conservation Commission to comment.
III. Housekeeping
a. Conferences
i. Saving Special Places” conference: Carol gave an update
1. GIS talk: Carol would be interested in brushing up on GIS skills and possibly helping out with getting out data and generating maps once database is built.
ii. Housing, Energy & Land Conservation grant workshop: Brooks gave an update
1. We appear to be on tract with the Natural Resources Inventory grant we submitted.
b. Natural Resources Inventory Grant
i. Ann hand delivered grant.
ii. Action Item: Ann will email budget included in the grant to the commission
c. Trails and Public Lands map
i. Ann got some more maps printed.
d. Conservation Easement wording for Bradford Bog/Bradford Springs Hotel Site
i. Brooks and Perry feel that Ausbon Sargent addressed the commission’s prior comments/concerns.
ii. Brooks motioned that the commission approve the language as it is now. Perry seconded the motion. There was further discussion about the New England Wildflower Society reverted that Ausbon Sargent is working on. Unanimous vote in favor to approve the language.
e. www.Bradfordnh.org webpage
i. Action Item: Andrew would like commission to review page and think about additional information that the commission would like to post in the future
f. Colonial Woodworking
i. There were reports this winter that sawdust was being dumped over the snowbanks and leading down to the wetland area.
ii. Action Item: Perry will speak with the owner as this is not a good best management practice.
IV. Treasurer Report
a. Meg gave the report.
V. Planning Board Site Plan Review
a. Robin Sanborn, Map 17, Lot 49, 149 East Main Street
i. Site plan review to create a residential business.
ii. No Conservation Commission issues that we are aware of.
b. Barry Wheeler Sand and Gravel plan review
i. Phil and Andrew explained to the commission the status of this project.
Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Andrea LaMoreaux
Conservation Commission Minutes 04.15.08
April 20, 2008
BRADFORD CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
Date: April 15, 2008
Time: 7:00 p.m., Town Library
Present: Perry Teele, Phil LaMoreaux, Ann Eldridge, Brooks McCandlish, Nathaniel Bruss, Meg Fearnley, Andrea LaMoreaux, Carol Meise (Quorum met)
Visitor: Seth Benowitz; Alden Beauchemin; Beth Rodd; Andrew Pinard, Selectman
I. Previous Meeting Minutes
a. 03/18/08 meeting minutes were reviewed, minor edits made, moved to accept, seconded, and approved by all.
II. Project Review
a. Naughton Property Naughton Property, Jones Road (Map 6, Lot 101), Alden Beauchemin (Keyland) representing
i. Review of proposed new 60’ x 60’ building for sorting recycling (new proposed service)
ii. No water will come out of new building (will go into a holding tank)
iii. Two proposed detention areas on site to collect stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces
iv. Drainage report shows a reduced amount of stormwater runoff from property after proposed project
v. Some blasting issues to deal with.
vi. Planning Board will ask Conservation Commission to comment.
III. Housekeeping
a. Conferences
i. Saving Special Places” conference: Carol gave an update
1. GIS talk: Carol would be interested in brushing up on GIS skills and possibly helping out with getting out data and generating maps once database is built.
ii. Housing, Energy & Land Conservation grant workshop: Brooks gave an update
1. We appear to be on tract with the Natural Resources Inventory grant we submitted.
b. Natural Resources Inventory Grant
i. Ann hand delivered grant.
ii. Action Item: Ann will email budget included in the grant to the commission
c. Trails and Public Lands map
i. Ann got some more maps printed.
d. Conservation Easement wording for Bradford Bog/Bradford Springs Hotel Site
i. Brooks and Perry feel that Ausbon Sargent addressed the commission’s prior comments/concerns.
ii. Brooks motioned that the commission approve the language as it is now. Perry seconded the motion. There was further discussion about the New England Wildflower Society reverted that Ausbon Sargent is working on. Unanimous vote in favor to approve the language.
e. www.Bradfordnh.org webpage
i. Action Item: Andrew would like commission to review page and think about additional information that the commission would like to post in the future
f. Colonial Woodworking
i. There were reports this winter that sawdust was being dumped over the snowbanks and leading down to the wetland area.
ii. Action Item: Perry will speak with the owner as this is not a good best management practice.
IV. Treasurer Report
a. Meg gave the report.
V. Planning Board Site Plan Review
a. Robin Sanborn, Map 17, Lot 49, 149 East Main Street
i. Site plan review to create a residential business.
ii. No Conservation Commission issues that we are aware of.
b. Barry Wheeler Sand and Gravel plan review
i. Phil and Andrew explained to the commission the status of this project.
Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted by Andrea LaMoreaux
Public Hearing Proposed Sprinkler Ordinance Minutes 04.15.08
April 16, 2008
DRAFT DRAFT
TOWN OF BRADFORD
FIRE DEPARTMENT
PROPOSED SPRINKLER ORDINANCE
PUBLIC HEARING
APRIL 15, 2008
7:00PM
Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief, and Preston Starr came before the Selectmen and the public at the Public Hearing to present the Proposed Sprinkler Ordinance. The intent of this ordinance is to require residential sprinklers in newly constructed one or two family dwellings and manufactured homes based on the current NFPA 13D code. A video was shown as well as hand outs for attendees. (Copy of handout attached)
The Building Inspector, Edwin Fowler, advised he is in support of the ordinance. Some of his reasons being the Fire Department is all volunteer. The sprinklers could put fire out or at least suppress it, and it is relatively cheap.
In reply to a question Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief advised he cannot say when, but it is inevitable that there will be an Ordinance.
Conversation ensued with questions regarding how much water, size of holding tanks, where placed, who inspects this and under what parameters etc., what happens to system if house is closed up for a while.
Some of the numerous towns enumerated having the ordinance were: Allenstown, Atkinson, Conway, Henniker, Pittsfield.
Consensus seems to be it should be an individual choice. Also pointed out was that towns with public water system seem to be involved with the ordinance, not individual water systems.
Perry Teele suggested more detailed information needs to be presented at town meeting then was available this evening.
Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief advised that further input and follow-up should be by contacting the Fire Department. There will probably be another public meeting concerning this prior to next town meeting per Mark.
Andrew Pinard thanked Mark Goldberg and Preston Starr for their information.
Public Hearing closed at 8:10PM.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley, Secretary
Selectmen
Select Board Minutes 04.15.08
April 16, 2008
DRAFT DRAFT
TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MEETING
APRIL 15, 2008
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Peter Fenton, Chair called the April 15, 2008 meeting to order at 6:00pm with Andrew Pinard, Charles Meany, Cheryl Behr, Administrator, and Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer present.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to approve the April 1, 2008 minutes with the correction of under Sprinkler Ordinance, page 3, should read: It is the Fire Chief’s Public Hearing, not the Selectmen’s. Seconded by Peter Fenton. Motion carried 3-0
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to approve the April 9, 2008 minutes with the edit of changing the third line in the first paragraph to: Also number 7 on page 4 does not apply, instead of exist. Seconded by Peter Fenton, Chair. Motion carried 3-0.
Regular Business:
Accounts payable and payroll manifests were gone over and signed.
Manifests and abatements were gone over.
Three exemptions were discussed.
Intent to excavate was signed, and mention was made that it had already been through the Planning Board.
Discussion ensued regarding a baler for the land fill, to do cans.
Line of credit application with Lake Sunapee Bank signed.
Reviewed the painting of the Town Hall. Windows are done and there were 200+ panes that had to be replaced. There has been an estimate from the person who painted the windows for $9200 for the side of the building, $2500. for the back which includes some repair, and $17,500 for the front of the building. Cheryl Behr, Administrator will put the painting of the town hall out for bids.
Cheryl Behr, Administrator presented some information on metal buildings for town sheds. There will be a meeting on Saturday, April 19 at the Town Sheds.
A 60’ X 100’ building, including site work and erection was priced at $173,866. This does not include plumbing or electricity.
A 60 ‘ X 50’ building was for $107,160, including site work and erection. No plumbing or electric included.
A 60’ X 100’ building, wood frame clad with metal, with no site work is $137,500. with no plumbing or electrical. This is finished on the inside with metal. Is constructed on customer’s 4 Foot below and 4 foot above ground foundation wall.
These books of information are available for anyone to use. Discussion ensued from the public.
Building Permit Application:
Class Six Road letter of concern from Phil LaMoreaux, Chair of the Planning Board was read into the minutes by Cheryl Behr, Administrator. This is in regards to RSA 674.41, the building of a barn on a Class VI road, as requested by Kevin Cahill for Eric Engheben on Rowe Mountain Road, Map 11, Lot 16, a 94 acre lot. (Letter on file) A blank copy of the town’s Class VI Road Waiver form was passed out to the Selectmen for their observation.
Charles Meany suggested that the town attorney be requested to look into this as strictly an agricultural building with no future possible expansion as a residence without returning to the Planning Board. Ann Eldridge, Conservation Commission wished to go on record as opposing construction on a Class VI road. Adding that we need to look beyond just the single personality, and look into the future when places change hands. Questioned conditions the Selectmen will allow building on Class VI road. Suggested the Fire and Rescue should be included and advised even with waivers, people can and have sued.
The Selectmen will get in touch with Kevin Cahill representing Eric Engheben when this has been resolved.
Jeff Levin questioned whose responsibility is it, the Selectmen, Planning Board or Town’s people to decide what happens to country roads like this. Andrew Pinard advised the issuance of building permits is the responsibility of the Board of Selectmen. By statute, any construction on a Class VI road we have to seek input from the Planning Board. Depending on which official Ordinance, the one I looked at originally, indicated notification of abutters. This one does not have the notification built into the language, so this does need to be determined, as this is a concern of the people who live on these roads, and would like to know when development is going on. The only time the Planning Board will enter into it on any sort of notification of abutters is substantial Site Plan requirements which are generally associated with businesses, or Sub-divided property. A Master Plan was presented to Jeff Levin for his perusal.
Meeting adjourned at 7:00pm until after the Fire Department’s Public Hearing regarding a Proposed Sprinkler Ordinance.
Selectmen’s meeting continued at 8:10pm
Cheryl Behr, Chair (letter on file) read a letter from Phil LaMoreaux, Chair Planning Board to the Code Enforcement Officer regarding the plans for Dunkin Donuts. It was suggested that the Code Enforcement Officer should compare the plans he is given with the Site Plan. Andrew Pinard advised he had at one time requested the Planning Board require a digital copy of any Site Plan submitted, which could be attached to the tax map, which in turn could be referred to directly by the Code Enforcement Officer. It appears to be a communication problem between departments per Charles Meany, and a copy of any Site Plan should be submitted to the Building Inspector along with his building plans. Charles Meany suggested the Building Inspector should write the builder a note and say due to the fact that the plans have been changed we would appreciate your return to the Planning Board with a revised Site Plan for further consideration. They would not get occupancy until they go back before the Planning Board with their revised plan, and the Building Inspector is back in charge of what’s going on.
Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised she needs a list from the Planning Board for all the approvals for the year to make sure the tax map information is correct, which is done once a year. Charles Meany suggested asking the Police Chief to review the revised traffic plan at Dunkin Donuts and see if he feels there will be a problem.
DRA Article 37: which was a withdrawal of forty thousand dollars ($40,000) for the new highway garage continued design that had been modified at town meeting. The Department of Revenue advised they will allow the article, however, the Board of Selectmen has voted to not put the garage there. The money is coming from the new highway garage Capital Reserve. The question is if the money can be released by the trustees with the conflict because we did not vote to change the purpose at town meeting.
If we do get a special town meeting, we should revisit and rescind that one and raise the amount of money necessary for doing the testing there or somehow clarify or limit the amount of money to be used for testing so that we know how much money we have, should we go forward with the Town Sheds. If $40,000 is used for testing, there is no longer $175,000, but $135,000 available.
If the Selectmen do not spend the money to do the testing, then they will have to be prepared at Town Meeting to address why the testing is not done. This needs to be explained as there are too many interpretations now. At a special town meeting, you can rescind the vote on Article 37, and restate it. Brewster Caswell advised that two weeks after town meeting the town sheds became an issue again. Much conversation ensued.
The April 19, 2008 meeting at the town sheds was reiterated. Pending this meeting, there will be a Budget Committee meeting on April 29, 2008, and a Public Hearing for the Budget Committee on May 9, 2008.
Meeting adjourned 8:45pm.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary UNAPPROVED
Select Board Agenda 04.15.08
April 15, 2008
Agenda
Selectmen’s Meeting
April 15, 2008
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Appearances:
1. Public hearing on Proposed Sprinkler Ordinance – 7:00 pm
Regular Business:
1. Accounts payable and payroll manifests for signature
2. Intent to excavate for signature
3. Application for Veterans exemption for signature
4. Line of Credit Application for Tax Anticipation note
Library Trustee Minutes 04.07.08
April 14, 2008
Approved 05.05.08
Board Meeting for the Trustees of Brown Memorial Library
Attendance: Rod Jones, Penny Ulrich, Bob Manchester, Joan Perry, Bea Howe, Brooks McCandlish, & Meg Fearnley
1. The minutes from the last meeting were read and accepted.
2. A motion was made to accept gifts and donations made to Brown Memorial Library in March in the amount of $597.25 ($290 from book sales, $300 from Katryna Jacobsen and $7.25 in fines). New virus protection was purchased for all computers and new backup software was installed on the portable hard drive. Bea reported that the fund report printed in the town report was different from what was handed in because of computer glitches. She will use Microsoft Excel in the future so that our report will be compatible with the town’s software. The treasurer’s report was accepted.
3. The librarian’s report was read and accepted. Meg reported that more people visited the library last month. Penny had an idea for two craft programs/storytimes to be held at the library on Saturday May 10th and Saturday June 14th so the children can make Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts for their parents. In May there will be a program at the Senior Center with an Agatha Christie impersonator. This program will be co-sponsored by the library. A May 2nd date has not been confirmed yet. Bonnie Warren is considering a price for cleaning the library windows.
4. A concrete pad for the new book drop will be installed by Steve Lucier and the road crew (with permission from the selectmen) some time next month. It will be placed in the area beside the stone wall in front of the library steps.
5. We have not yet received an invoice concerning the fire alarm problems. We will hold off sending the letter of complaint until we receive one.
6. Two new/old trustees (Rod Jones and Joan Perry) were welcomed after winning election. Officers voted in for the coming year were Joan Perry (Chair), Bea Howe (Treasurer) and Erica Gross (Secretary).
7. The next book (& plant) sale will be held Saturday May 24th. Volunteers are lined up. At the last sale the church parking lot was crowded due to another event, keeping people away from the book sale.
8. The theme for the Summer Reading Program/parade was discussed. Meg suggested the theme “Get into the Rhythm of Reading at Brown Memorial Library.” We will have percussion instruments for the trustees to play as they march along. Instruments can be made from “found” objects. Others will be asked to join the group, including children. Dates for the Summer Reading Program are July 12, 19, 26 & Aug. 2 at 10AM.
9. The date for the fundraising dinner was tentatively set for August 23rd. Meg will ask Erica & Paul if the lodge is available that date. We will ask the Bradford Bog People to entertain again.
10. The next meeting will be May 5 at 7pm.
Rod Jones, acting secretary
