Library Activities December 2008
November 22, 2008
MONDAY, DECEMBER 1
Trustees, 7pm
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3
Bradford Library Stitchers
Drop-in fiber arts group, all levels welcome
6-8pm
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5
Book-to-movie
Everything is Illuminated
7pm
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13
Holiday Stories, A Visit with Santa and Tree Lighting, 4pm
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17
Bradford Library Stitchers
Drop-in fiber arts group, all levels welcome
6-8pm
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19
International Movie
The Shower (China) 7pm
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24
Library Closed
Selectmen’s Coffee 11.22.08 @ 9am
November 21, 2008
No agenda, just a chance to share your praise and/or concerns with the Selectmen.
Held at Town Hall.
Select Board Minutes 11.18.08
November 19, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MEETING
NOVEMBER 18, 2008
6:00PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Peter Fenton, Chair called the November 18, 2008 meeting to order with Andrew Pinard, Charles Meany, Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer, Cheryl Behr, Administrator, and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
Review and Consideration of November 4, 2008 minutes:
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to approve the minutes of November 4, 2008, Seconded by Peter Fenton. Andrew Pinard advised spelling of name on Page three should be Shaughnessy: Peter Fenton, Chair advised wording should be changed on page two, 5th line up under Dave Currier should read: Dave Currier reported that information they received at a meeting: was that there had been no leeching etc. Motion carried with amendments 3-0.
Review and Consideration of November 4, 2008 Non Public minutes:
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to accept the non public minutes as presented. Peter Fenton, Chair seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
Appearances:
Solid Waste Committee:
Marcia Keller came before the Selectmen to discuss the Solid Waste, and advised they have not yet received the language from the Co-op assuring the towns they could come in at a later date without any penalty. Marcia advised a decision should be made one way or another regarding joining Single Stream, but not before the language is received. It was reported by Marcia Keller that in 2006, 35% of Bradford’s tonnage came in through the transfer station, and in 2007 it was 34%. Andrew Pinard brought up other topics including streamlining the accounting facilities, and annual dump stickers. Marcia Keller suggested that a much better job could be done at the transfer station if the enforcement of the regulations that are on the books are paid attention to. This could be done by education and many other methods. Marcia Keller questioned an on going committee as advisory and review for present regulations. Andrew Pinard advised he would be in favor of an advisory capacity, for the committee to review the existing regulations, maybe simplify and make recommendations for new ones or ways to enforce those that are already on the books. Marcia Keller advised the regulation is the one that town meeting approved a year ago, and is very detailed. Charles Meany reiterated that he would appreciate any data with recommendations to go on for a more effective running of the dump.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard for recycle committee to continue as an advisory committee with their progress and to further look at providing the Selectmen with recommendations for enforcement to the implementation of policies at the transfer station. Peter Fenton, Chair seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
Marcia Keller, member of the Solid Waste Committee requested any Wheelabrator data the office has at the end of the year so a comparison can be made with the other two years. Marcia also stated that the language should come in, in December, and at that point, the Co-op would probably prefer something in writing advising whether the town is interested or not. Peter Fenton, Chair advised that will be looked into at a later date.
Rescue Squad:
Rich Branch came before the Selectmen and introduced Jennifer, as Finance Officer. A letter was received from LGC which Cheryl Behr, Administrator had forwarded via an e-mail to Rich Branch outlining some requirements for Rescue Volunteers. Rich Branch advised he had run through it with Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief, and it was nothing pertinent to day to day operations. Cheryl Behr, Administrator questioned if the Rescue Squad currently need those qualifications or does the town need to allow for that in the upcoming budget? Rich Branch advised he did not feel they needed to allow for it. At this time Rescue Squad wages were discussed. At town meeting last year, it was voted for fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) for nine months, and now they are looking for a full year. It was advised that there has been an increase of calls this year by 81%. 164 calls have been made through October of this year with 111 from Bradford, 30 from Newbury, and 13 from Warner. There are now between 15 and 18 members at this time. Payment for services were discussed. Andrew Pinard spoke with a person, Dennis Allen, who does the billing from Peterborough and he would be willing to come to Bradford and make some recommendations. Charles Meany suggested that if there is some method for billing, and there is money coming back in, that it would go into the general fund, not back to the rescue squad. Discussion ensued regarding whether this would be a line item, or on as a warrant article for town meeting. Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised there has not been any supply bills coming in for the last few months, to which Rich Branch advised their budget was getting tight and they have been paying them out of their association money.
Conversation ensued between Cheryl Behr, Administrator and Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief regarding the Fire Dept. roof which is not complete, but contractor has been paid. Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief advised he is not going to contact the roofer, Rodney Sargent, Contractor. Charles Meany requested Mark Goldberg get in touch with him, and ask him to come back and rectify the problem that you have here, and if he doesn’t then the town will deal with it further. Mark agreed to this request.
Conservation Commission:
Brooks McCandlish came before the Selectmen regarding Conservation Funds that can be used to pay another organization for, say, a conservation easement and this would require a vote at Town Meeting which would have to be worded for a warrant article, RSA 36-A:4-a, to expend the funds. Two examples of these conservation easement holders were noted: 1. Society for the Protection of N H Forests 2. Ausbun Sargent Land Trusts. Andrew Pinard suggested this be reviewed by the Town Attorney, and provided they have no issues with it, then at the next meeting make a motion to accept this, and put it on the warrant. Charles Meany suggested having it reviewed by LGC first. Brooks McCandlish also brought up that the Conservation Commission has sent out a request for qualifications with the town office overseeing them for GIS work, to operate the National Resource Inventory. In reply to a question from Charles Meany, they do have the money for this. At this time, Andrew Pinard advised that they should be aware that the select board is working with the town administrator to try to make stricter performance requirements of outside organizations or separate contractors because of recent history. Brooks McCandlish brought up the conservation easement to protect the Bradford Bog. There had been a hitch with the language in the deed which has been taken care of, and there are no more hurdles.
Parks and Recreation and Community Center Budget:
4520 Parks and Recreation
Kate Dubrowski came before the Selectmen with the budget for Parks and Recreation which was gone over and amended.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to approve the amended amount for the Parks and Recreation budget. Seconded by Peter Fenton, Chair. Motion carried 3-0.
Kate Dubrowski advised they would like a warrant article for the proposed skating rink at town meeting.
4589 Community Center
Mention was made that any gifts to the town have to go through the Selectmen. The copier was discussed, having been purchased by the Friends of BACC, used by all, and it is serviced through the business where the toner and supplies are purchased. The different groups alternate in purchasing necessary printer supplies, per Kate Dubrowski.
Andrew Pinard advised they are looking at putting out to bid, all landscaping for the whole town. Program Budgets were discussed included the Farmer’s Market and the Nature’s Circle Camp. The Friend’s of the BACC will sponsor the Farmer’s Market which runs for 19 weeks, by giving money, but it would be better if it were actually run by the town per Kate Dubrowski. Other concerns discussed were a licensed scale and insurance.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard to approve the amended budget for the Community Center. Seconded by Charles Meany. Motion carried 3-0
Discussion continued regarding the Nature’s Circle Camp which is run through the Community Center. Parks and Recreation are not involved and does not support it. More information needs to be obtained regarding this and it will be reviewed again at the December 2nd Selectmen’s meeting. Someone will be contacted to check on the condition of the roof at the Community Center.
4191 Planning and Zoning:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair came before the Selectmen regarding pursuing enforcement and prosecuting applicants who do not comply with conditions of approval as presented to them through Notice of Decisions. Money has to be available for legal procedures to enforce prosecuting, and perhaps the planning board needs their own legal fees as a line item per Charles Meany.
Discussion ensued regarding the Secretary’s budget being split between the other departments she works for, not all being applied under the Planning Board. The Planning and Zoning Board budget is ready for the Budget Committee.
Account payable and payroll manifest were reviewed and signed.
Fire works contract was signed.
Accountant’s management representation letter signed.
Regular Business:
Change Orders for review and signature:
Change orders listed for Sailer Contracts for the Highway Garage requested by the Building Inspector are:
1. Saw cut joints added to the concrete plan. Floor cut in segments - $364.40
2. Additional meetings requested by Ed Fowler regarding: redesign of rebar - $588.00 is being questioned by Charles Meany.
3. Additional foundation prints requested: $63.00
Compaction tests on the back fill is requested, by the Building Inspector, and is authorized by Charles Meany. Request for second payment at completion of concrete portion - $82,397.25 from which the concrete slab was deducted which will not be done, and the insulation for the radiant piping of $15,000.00, so the total being billed for as a progress payment is for $ 42,397.45 which has been authorized by Charles Meany, Clerk of the Works.
Other policies brought up were the Smoking Policy and re-designed Personnel Manual.
Notice to proceed on the West Meadow Bridge was signed. Several Transfer Station personnel complaints were discussed as Trudy Willett advised she is receiving many irate calls from people using the land fill. A letter was read into the minutes by Cheryl Behr, Administrator outlining treatment they had received. Peter Fenton, Chair advised that all letters of complaints should be put into the personnel file.
Barbara French dropped off legislation regarding an “act allowing municipalities to establish local community services and care planning boards” which she would like to come before the Selectmen to talk to them about.
The Town of Bradford newsletter was briefly discussed with a few edits prior to publishing.
Budget matters, benefits and wage issues were discussed, including the part time secretary’s hours being re-distributed between planning board, selectmen and budget committee.
4130 Executive
Motion was made, seconded and carried to forward the Executive budget to the Budget committee with the changes discussed regarding part time wages to increase by four thousand dollars in account #1400 making it $6,000.00. Motion carried 3-0
4150 Financial Administration:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Financial Administration and forward to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0
4152 Revaluation:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Revaluation budget with the Amendment of reducing account # 3902 to $1500.00 and forward to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0
4155 Employee Benefits:
Motion was made to approve Employee Benefits and forward to the Budget Committee with no revisions, seconded and carried. Motion carried 3-0.
4191 Planning and Zoning:
Motion was made, and seconded to approve the Planning and Zoning budget and forward to the Budget Committee with revision of reducing Acct. #2400, Seminars to $600.00. Zoning will be checked out by Cheryl Behr, Administrator. Motion carried 3-0
4194 General Government Buildings :
Motion was made and seconded to approve the General Government Building and pass to the Budget Committee with the revision to reduce Heating Oil to $20,000.00 and add Web Site at $250.00 and to hold money in inventory tag system over $3500.00, making a total budget of $49,802.00 Motion carried 3-0.
4195 Cemetery
Motion was made to approve the Cemetery Budget with the reduction of #9312 to $100.00 seconded and pass on to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0.
4196 Insurances
Motion was made to approve the Insurances budget, and to pass on to the Budget Committee, seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
4199 Other General Government:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Other General Government budget to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0.
4210 Police Department:
Motion was made to approve the Police budget, and to pass on to the Budget Committee, seconded. Discussion and wage amendments were considered. Motion carried with amendments 3-0.
4225 Rescue Squad:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Rescue Squad budget and forward to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0.
4240 Building Department:
Motion was made to approve the Building Department budget and forward to the Budget Committee. Seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
4312 Highway Department:
Motion was made to approve the Highway Department budget with some amendments and forward to the Budget Committee. Seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
Motion was made by Peter Fenton, Chair that the town does not hire part time employees to plow snow this winter. Discussion ensued. Andrew Pinard recommended that the highway crew’s hours be changed to conventional snow removal hours which are evenings. This will be brought up at a later date.
Charles Meany advised he has sent an e-mail to the Department of Labor requesting what the requirements are for safety in town garages, such as eye wash stations etc., which may increase dollar amount needed.
4323 Solid Waste Collection:
Motion was made to approve the Solid Waste Collection and to forward to the Budget Committee. Seconded. Decision to hold until next meeting.
Motion was made by Andrew Pinard that the Selectmen meet on a weekly basis. No second. No vote.
4324 Solid Waste Disposal:
Motion was made to approve the Solid Waste Disposal budget with adjustments and forward to the Budget Committee. Seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
4445 Welfare Payments:
Motion was made to approve the Welfare Payments budget, and forward to the Budget Committee. Seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
4520 Parks and Recreation:
Motion was made to approve the Parks and Recreation budget and to pass to the Budget Committee. Seconded. Motion carried 3-0.
4589 Community Center Budget:
Motion was made to approve the Community Center Budget to include the Farmer’s Market, and forward to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0.
4619 Other Conservation:
Motion was made to approve the Other Conservation budget and forward to the Budget Committee. Peter Fenton, Chair moved to not put in Land Protection, reducing Acct. (no #) by $1000.00. Charles Meany seconded. Andrew Pinard voted no. Motion Carried 2-1.
4915 Capital Projects:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Capital Projects budget, and forward to the Budget Committee. Motion carried 3-0.
Motion was made, seconded and carried to go into No-Public session under RSA 91A3II at 10:45pm. Out of Non-Public session at 11:00pm
Motion to adjourn made seconded and carried at 11:05pm
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Planning Board Agenda 11.25.08
November 19, 2008
TOWN OF
PLANNING BOARD
WORK SESSION
NOVEMBER 25, 2008
7:00PM
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF OCTOBER 28, 2008 MINUTES
3. TO DO FOLDER
4. PUBLIC HEARING FOR SITE PLAN REVIEW REGULATIONS AND
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
5. JANE JOHNSEN REGARDING SIDEWALKS
6. RESPONSE TO GRAVEL PIT LETTERS
A. LETTERS SENT OCTOBER 31, 2008
1. HARRIET HOBBS-MAP 7, LOT 29
2. JOHN FORTUNE-MAP 4, LOT 13
3. RICHARD MESSER-MAP 5, LOT 114
4. GEORGE NAUGHTON-MAP 6, LOT 101
B. LETTERS SENT NOVEMBER 14, 2008
1. NELSON PERRON-MAP 4, LOT 10
2. CHARLES SPAULDING-MAP 3, LOT 101
7. ANY OTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD
A. CNHRPC CIRCUIT RIDER- SCHEDULE CHANGE
B. KEVIN ALLEN- MAP 3,
C. DPX2 – MAP 3,
8. ADJOURNMENT
Budget Committee Meeting 11.25.08
November 19, 2008
A friendly reminder of the November 25, 2008 Budget Committee Meeting at
7:00pm at the Town Hall.
Municipal News & Notes - 11-18-08
November 19, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
MUNICIPAL NEWS & NOTES
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
It has been a busy time since the last newsletter was mailed. We have instituted an official municipal website for the town: BRADFORDNH.ORG. This contains up-to-date information including contact information and regularly-posted minutes for most public meetings. We held a Special Town Meeting which resulted in a positive vote for construction of a new highway garage that will provide a safe environment for workers and, through use of the old facility for cold storage, ease some of the storage needs of the Town. We held a national election which resulted in the highest voter turnout in Bradford’s history. Lots of good things have occurred, but lots of challenges have also become pressing. Fuel costs have dropped dramatically but are still straining home, commercial and municipal budgets. Rising tax rates have caused tax hikes (the Town of Bradford’s tax rate actually dropped this year, but school and county taxes caused a net increase). The sub-prime mortgage crisis and economic climate is seeing a decline in property sales and an increase in foreclosures.
With all the challenges before us, we need to work together as a community to ensure the best possible circumstances for our citizens and town workers. The Selectmen are actively working with departments and the Budget Committee to prepare a reasonable budget to supply town services while keeping an eye on escalating costs.
I would recommend that all citizens participate in the budget process leading up to Town Meeting. The next scheduled budget committee meeting is on Tuesday, November 25 at 7:00pm.
-Andrew Pinard, Selectman
Email changes
The Town Administrator’s email address has changed. The new email address is bradfordnh@iamnow.net.
Selectmen’s Coffee; November 22; 9:00am Town Hall
Selectmen Coffees were instituted over a year ago and many have participated. This is a great opportunity to talk with your elected officials and express your praise and concerns.
Budget Time
We are well into Budget Season, and all departments and committees have submitted their budget requests for the coming fiscal year. Any organizations or individuals, who would like to have an item considered for inclusion either as a budget line item or as a proposed warrant article, should contact the appropriate department, the Selectmen or the Budget Committee.
TRANSFER AND RECYCLING CENTER
New Hampshire the Beautiful rewarded the Bradford Transfer and Recycling Center with 800 narcissus bulbs! Fifty bulbs were planted at the Women’s Club Park, 300 were planted around the Bradford Transfer and Recycling Center sign. Bindy from the Recycling Committee planted 100 bulbs at the Bradford Community Center; she also planted 300 bulbs in various places around Bradford that are a secret until we see their delightful colors in the spring. New Hampshire the Beautiful has indicated that it will contribute 800 more bulbs next fall, and Bindy has already volunteered to help plant them.
The Bradford Transfer and Recycling Center has become the “Road Cleanup Headquarters”. We have some great volunteers cleaning up the roadsides in Bradford. One enthusiastic resident living near Lake Massasecum brings us large, heavy garbage bags loaded with recent and vintage bottles and cans, and other debris that have littered his neighborhood. Others can help by cleaning up the litter along their own roads, collecting the litter in a bag, and bringing the bag to the Transfer Station. Bradford has a no-littering ordinance, yet it is amazing how much trash and recyclables are regularly discarded along our roadways!
Residents have been asking why plastic caps cannot be recycled. Plastic caps are not made of the same plastic as the plastic bottles and jugs and if they should be mixed in with the plastic bottles and jugs they would contaminate the whole load. Also, plastic caps can become caught in the recycling equipment and cause damage requiring expensive repairs. For these reasons, plastic caps are discarded with the regular compactor trash.
New Payment Policy Established
at the Bradford Transfer and Recycling Center
By order of the Selectmen, The Bradford Transfer and Recycling Center must collect payment for items requiring a charge before they can be dumped. No item can be left at the Center until payment is made. Cash payments are no longer accepted. Payments must now be made by check only, made out to the Town of Bradford.
Items requiring a charge include demolition, bulk items, mattresses, carpet, any appliance with freon, and propane tanks. When you bring these items, please find an attendant who will give you specific instructions. Be prepared to make your appropriate payment before dumping the items.
Your cooperation in this matter will help make the new policy operate smoothly for everyone. If you have any questions, you may call the Bradford Transfer and Recycling Center at 938-2526 during regular business hours.
We appreciate all of the volunteers who are participating in Bradford’s beautification!
-Kenneth Anderson, Manager
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Thank you to the residents of Bradford for our, soon to be, new Highway Garage! Work has started and we hope that after the first of the year we can invite people in for an open house celebration.
This is a winter rules reminder, as the season is well on its way. No plowing is allowed across any road from your driveway.
WINTER PARKING BAN IN EFFECT. No parking on any street is from 12:00pm through 6:00am (November 15th thru April 15th
-Steve Lucier, Road Agent
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
The Bradford Building Department had the following activity so far since January 2008: eight new houses; one Historical Society Project (the Village Smithy); six new garages; two barns; four decks; two commercial projects: one addition (Dunkin Donuts) and two new buildings (NFI & Naughton Recycling); and two foundations, which will run into next year’s building permits.
Lake Massasecum has presented its challenges, with new shoreline guidelines and such, a flurry of activity went on when property owners heard that the rules were changing.
Good Luck with all of your projects.
Thanks to all of our residents and contractors for your enthusiastic compliance with our permitting system.
Look forward to working with you all in the future.
-Trudy Willett, Building Secretary
BRADFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Bradford Fire Department and Rescue Squad is concerned with people using alternative sources of heat this winter due to the high cost of conventional heating fuels.
We recommend you have qualified technicians install any heating system to be sure it is safely installed and operates properly. Please make sure you understand the operating instructions and warnings that come with your appliances and follow all instructions carefully.
We urge you to have your chimneys cleaned and checked each year. Please have operating smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors on each level.
A great deal of information may be obtained on alternative fuel appliances and their safety at the New Hampshire Office of Energy and Planning web site at StayWarmNH.org , click on Heating Safety. As always, if you have any fire safety questions or concerns please contact a Fire Department member for more information.
BRADFORD RESCUE SQUAD
This has been a very busy summer for members of the Bradford Rescue Squad. Two of our EMTs completed strenuous course work, field work, and national testing to become state licensed EMT-Intermediates. Two former EMTs have rejoined the squad, one has earned his NH EMT license and the other is waiting for the paperwork to come back from the state. The squad is very happy to have these gentlemen back with us. We also have a First Responder who completed the process and is now a licensed EMT, and two newcomers who have also taken an EMT course. One has completed the course testing and licensing process and is now a practicing EMT and the other hopes to be fully licensed by the end of the year. Last, but not least, we have a new member currently taking the Basic EMT course. In total the Rescue Squad currently has three EMT-Intermediates, nine EMT-Basics, and five first responders.
Members of Bradford Fire and Rescue participated in the Bradford Fun Day at Brown-Shattuck Park in late September. The crews got together and used the “Jaws of Life” and other extrication tools to rescue “Resusci-Annie” and her “baby” from a car crushed in an accident that David Camire arranged with a bucket loader. The “baby” was placed in the ambulance so some of the visiting children could take care of her. After lunch Resusci-Annie was placed under another car to give crews a chance to “rescue” someone who was pinned when the car rolled over on her.
Squad members gave tours through the ambulance and measured the blood pressure of anyone who wanted it. One of the highlights for squad members was meeting an adorable three year old girl who had been born in our ambulance.
If you have any interest in joining Bradford Rescue Squad please call Richard Branch at 938-2440.
BROWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Three monthly activities continue at the library this fall. Every first and third Wednesday from 6-8pm the Bradford Library Stitchers meet at the library. This is a drop-in fiber arts meeting so bring your knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, spinning or any fiber-related craft. Enjoy the camaraderie, learn to knit, or get help with that thorny project. Casual instruction is provided.
Our Book-to-Movie discussions continue every first Friday at 7:00pm. A month before the discussion date, pick up a copy of the book we will compare to the movie.
International Movie Night continues on the third Friday at 7:00pm. Refreshments are always served at movie nights!
The final book sale of 2008 will be on Saturday, November 29 from 9:00am-2:00pm. We are glad to accept book donations at any time of the year.
Come visit your library this fall and winter. New books, audiobooks and videos are always arriving. This winter, you may want to wear an extra sweater when you visit us as we are keeping the thermostat lower to conserve oil.
We are looking forward to seeing you at the library!
BRADFORD AREA COMMUNITY CENTER
PARKS AND RECREATION
Many Bradford residents were curious about the excavation that took place around the Community Center in September. In a matter of days, a new septic system and leach field was installed by Wheeler Excavation of Bradford. Disruption to the operation of the Community Center was minimal and the new system is working great. Funday was a great time with Mr. Phil, Reptiles on the Move, a climbing tower from Vertical Dreams and the freezing cold dunking booth. Thanks to all the sponsors and helpers.
The grand finale of the Farmer’s Markets was October 9th. The Kearsarge Community Band organized by Laura Trow played an incredible selection of music that was enjoyed by all. On November 15th, a Harvest Celebration will take place at the Community Center. Support Community farmers and crafters and buy local products for the holidays.
Come to the Parks and Recreation Barn Dances on the 3rd Friday of each month through January at the Elementary School in Bradford. Top-notch musicians and callers will entertain dancers of all levels and ages. The barn dances are a great way to spend quality time as a family or with a group of friends. Guaranteed to leave you smiling !
Bridge Club and Writers group are always looking for new members.
If uncertain economic trends are keeping you closer to home, keep your Parks and Recreation and the Community Center in mind for activities. We are always looking for new volunteers, ideas and suggestions.
-Kate Dobrowski, Director BACC/Parks and Recreation; 938-6228
BRADFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Bradford Historical Society slows down during the cold months, but there is a standing invitation to visit the Old P.O. by calling 938-5386. Programs this year included the KRHS Music department, a visit to a local Bradford memorabilia collection, NH’s P.O.W.Camp Stark, a program on early tools, and a remembering old school days meeting, held at the Center Schoolhouse, which now has a new roof.
The Blacksmith and Woodworking Museum at the Marshall property has been an astounding volunteer effort of materials, finance, workers, and old artifacts. It will be open for exhibits and demonstrations next summer. Thank you, everyone.
BUSINESS HOURS
Selectmen’s Office 938-5900
Monday through Thursday (except holidays)
8:00am-Noon; 1:00pm-5:00pm
Fridays 8:00am-Noon
The selectmen meet the first and third Tuesdays at 5:00pm in the Town Hall. Departments are reached here.
Town Clerk/Tax Collector Telephones 938-2288 / fax 938-2094
Monday (except holidays) 12:00pm-7:00pm
Tuesday (except holidays) 7:00am-5:00pm
Friday (except holidays) 8:00am-5:00pm
Planning Board
Meets second and fourth Tuesdays of each month in the Town hall at 7:30pm
Zoning Board of Adjustment
First Tuesday of each month in the Town hall at 7:30pm
Budget Committee
Next meeting is November 25 at 7:00pm in the Town Hall.
Conservation Commission
Meets the third Tuesday of each month (except December) in the Bradford Town Hall at 7:30pm
Brown Memorial Library
Monday 10:00am-8:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am-7:00pm
Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm
Sunday 11:00am-3:00pm
Transfer Station
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Building Inspector
Contact the Selectmen’s Office to make arrangements to meet with the building inspector
Emergency Fire, Police & Rescue
Telephone: 911
Police non-emergency number 938-2522
Please join the
Bradford Selectmen
for
Coffee & Donuts
Bradford Town Hall
Saturday, November 22 • 9:00am
No agenda, simply an opportunity to ask questions and provide your input concerning Town matters.
Selectmen’s Agenda 11.18.08
November 17, 2008
Selectmen’s Meeting
November 18, 2008
AgendaPledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Appearances
1. Solid Waste Committee
2. Brooks McCandlish re conservation commission
Regular Business
1. Accounts payable and payroll manifest for review
2. Accountant’s management letter for signature
3. Budget matters, benefits and wage issues
4. Budget reviews,
5. Non Public Meeting for selectmen to discuss personnel issues under RSA 91A3II
Planning Board Minutes 11.11.08
November 13, 2008
DRAFT DRAFT
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR SESSION
NOVEMBER 11, 2008
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00pm with Barry Wheeler, Marcia Keller, Barbara Vannata, Sonny Harris, Bill Glennie, Jane Johnsen, Alternate, and Marge Cilley Secretary present. Charles Meany, Selectmen Representative and Jim Bibbo, Alternate were absent.
Review and Consideration of October 14, 2008 minutes:
Motion was made by Barbara Vannata to approve the minutes of October 14, 2008. Seconded by Barry Wheeler.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised on page 3, O E Trucking Subdivision Application, under Conditional Use Permit will not be issued as all five conditions need to be met, should read: The Applicant requested that they were going to move the Right of Way to the adjoining lot from the originally proposed location.
Motion carried as amended. 6-0.
Review and Consideration of October 28, 2008, Site Walk at O E Trucking, 8:00 AM
Motion made by Marcia Keller, Seconded by Barry Wheeler to approve the minutes of the Site Walk. Motion carried 6-0.
To Do Folder:
1. Public Notice for the November 25th Work Meeting noted, regarding review of Site Plan Regulations and Subdivision Regulations.
2. Mark Goldberg – Abandoned Gravel Pit, acknowledgment received on Map 6, Lot 103.
3. Notice of Site Plan Review Required for Gateway Rentals, Map 3, Lot 82B
Gateway Rentals, Mr. Richard Deschenes, Jr. Map 3, Lot 82B:
Mr. Deschenes, came before the planning board regarding the Sandwich Board Sign for Breezy Hill Storage, which is not an approved sign on the Site Plan. It is considered an off premise sign. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised that if they would like to keep it as a permanent sign it would require a revision to your Site Plan. There would have to be a hearing, but not publicly noticed. Marcia Keller questioned if there were another sign on Route 103, and Mr. Deschenes advised he has already moved that to his property. An off premise sign can be 6 square feet. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair asked that Mr. Deschenes update his current Site Plan to show his current signs and any needed variance, that could be considered when the Application is submitted. Mr. Deschenes questioned if there were any other directions he should follow, as when he read the Site Plan Requirement, it did not say that it is required on a Site Plan Review. At this time, Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised the Planning Board is charged with creating and maintaining Site Plan Regulations and one of the elements requested on the Site Plan Application is signage location.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised a Site Plan Modification is not required, but a Site Plan Revision, which is the lowest level of Site Plan Review, is required for off premise sign to update his Site Plan. A form was given to Mr. Deschenes to complete and return to the Planning Board.
To Do Folder Continuation:
4. Letters Previously Sent on October 31, 2008
1. Mr. Skillings called and advised that this is not his gravel pit, Map 4, Lot 102, but belongs to Nelson and Betty Perron. A Gravel Pit Abandoned letter needs to be written to the Perron’s.
2. Christopher Payson, Abandoned Gravel Pit, Map 4, Lot 5
3. O E Trucking Letter regarding Off Premise Sign.
4. John Fortune, Abandoned Gravel Pit, Map 4, Lot 13
5. Harriett Hobbs, Gravel Pit needing attention, Map 7, Lot 29
6. Letter to Selectmen regarding DPX2, Map 3, Lot 52-2B
7. Peter Isham, Gravel Pit Update, Map 6, Lot 106
Peter Isham came before the Planning Board and presented plans that are in the works and advised he is planning on appearing with Robert Stewart, Jr. RCS Design with an application at the December 9, 2008 regular meeting.
A letter was received from CNHRPC stating Dues for the year are $1655.00 which is a $2.00 decrease from last year.
Conceptual Consultation:
Kate Linette, Lake Massasecum Road, Map 23, Lot 15:
Ms. Linette came before the planning board for a property line adjustment which is a boundary line adjustment. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised a Subdivision Application would be required, a deeded survey of both lots, hers and abutters would be required with bounds put in, and signatures from both property owners. Ms. Linette was also advised an application needs to be in 21 days prior to application meeting date, so abutters can be notified as well as public notice. Phil LaMoreaux, Char advised a request for expedited review can also be done.
Continuation:
O E Trucking Breezy Hill Road, Subdivision, Map 3, Lot 74A, represented by Dave Eckman, Eckman Engineering.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised the board did issue Conditional Approval to the Subdivision on October 14, 2008, which were:
1. Relocation of Street Plat w/details
2. Full size plans (5) Mylar (1) for recording
3. Relevant monies paid
4. Deed Description.
Dave Eckman, Eckman Engineering presented new plans, with bounds set, two deeds with the easement on 74B. Right of Way was discussed at length.
Street Plat, O E Trucking, Breezy Hill Road, Proposed Map 3, Proposed Lot 74-1:
Dave Eckman, Eckman Engineering presented the board with copies of Requests for Modification of Street Plat Regulations.
R.F.M. 1 - Article XI – Checklist. Description of the regulation to be waived: List and notification of abutters and notification fees. We request that the requirement to list and notify all abutters for this project be waived because the abutters were previously notified as part of the subdivision/lot line adjustment application submitted for Tax Map 3, Lots 74, 74A and 74B.
Motion was made to approve this request by Bill Glennie, Seconded by Barry Wheeler.Motion carried 6-0.
R.F.M. 2 - Article XI.C.9 – Description of the regulation to be waived: Location of all structures within 100’ of the traveled way. We request that the requirement to show all structures within 100’ of the traveled way on the street plat be waived. Sheet B-1 previously submitted as part of the subdivision/lot line adjustment application for Tax Map 3 – Lots 74, 74A and 74B shows all existing structures within 100’ of the traveled way. Waiving this requirement allows the street plat to focus on the traveled way and the proposed structures and details.
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to approve this request, seconded by Barry Wheeler. Motion carried 6-0.
R.F.M. 3 – Article XI, Checklist. Description of the regulation to be waived: Obtain all other State and Local permits. The street plat application is being submitted at the request of the planning board as a condition to the pending subdivision/lot line adjustment application for Tax Map 3 – Lots 74, 74A & 74B and the proposed access is not anticipated to be constructed at this time. For these reasons we request that the requirements to obtain all other State and Local permits at this time be waived and would be obtained prior to construction of the access.
Motion was made by Barry Wheeler to approve this request, seconded by Bill Glennie.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised that his concern is that if State and Local permits change, the applicant should be aware there may have to be a revision.
Motion carried 6-0.
R.F.M. 4 - Article XI.C.13 - Description of the regulation to be waived: Endorsement of Fire, Police and Selectmen that this road can be used in an emergency. The Street plat application is being submitted at the request of the planning board as a condition to the pending subdivision/lot line adjustment application for Tax Map 3 – Lots 74, 74A & 74B and the proposed access is not anticipated to be constructed at this time. For these reasons we request that the requirement of the endorsement of Fire, Police, and Selectmen at this time be waived and would be obtained prior to construction of the access.
Motion was made to approve by Barry Wheeler, seconded by Bill Glennie. Marcia Keller voted no. Motion carried 5-1.
R.F.M. 5 – Article XI, Checklist –Description of the regulation to be waived: Deed Description. We request that the requirement for a deed description for the street plat be waived. The reason for waiving the deed description is because there is a deed description for Lot 74B included with the Subdivision approval. Amended to include the deed description for Lot 74B which includes the described easement
Motion was made to approve by Barry Wheeler, seconded by Bill Glennie. Motion carried 6-0.
R.F.M. 6 - Article XI-Checklist. Description of the regulation to be waived: Definition of Existing or Proposed Easements & R.O.W. We request that the requirement to define the proposed R. O. W. on the Street Plat be waived. Sheet B-=1 submitted as part of the subdivision/lot line adjustment application for Tax Map 3- Lots 74, 74A and 74B shows the meets and bounds for the proposed R. O. W.
Motion made to approve the waiver by Barry Wheeler and seconded by Bill Glennie. Motion carried 6-0.
R.F.M. 7 – Article XI Application – Description of the regulation to be waived: Record street plat with MCRD.
We request that the requirements to record the street plat be waived because the R.O.W. and Lot 74-1 will be displayed on the sheets to be recorded with the MCRD as part of the pending subdivision/lot line adjustment application for Tax Map 3 – Lots 74, 74A and 74B.
Motion was made to approve the waiver by Marcia Keller, seconded by Barry Wheeler. Bill Glennie voted no. Motion carried 5-1.
R.F.M. 8 – Article XII.K.Table 1 – Description of the regulation to be waived: 2% Minimum grade within 100 feet of intersection.
We request to allow a grade of 2.50% within 100 feet of the proposed rear lot access and Breezy Hill Road. Using a grade of 2.50% from Breezy Hill road reduces the impacts to the wetland crossings by lowering the road grade at the crossings.
Motion was made to approve the waiver by Barry Wheeler, seconded by Sonny Harris. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made to grant approval of the Street Platt as modified by Barry Wheeler, seconded by Sonny Harris. Motion carried 6-0.
Martyn Chivers, O E Trucking 10 Breezy Hill Road – Subdivision Map 3, Lot 74, 74B.
Item 1 from the Notice of Decision conditions of approval have been met for the Subdivision which is the “Relocation of Street Plat w/details, and was approved 11/11/08.
Still needed are: #2 – Five full size plans and 1 Mylar for recording. #3 – Relevant monies paid and #4 – Deed descriptions. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair requested that all 5 copies of the plan and the Mylar needs to be signed.
Dave Eckman, Eckman Engineering handed out copies of the Site Plan to the Planning Board members. The Chiropractic Business will now be a full business and not a Home Business and will show accordingly on the plans. It was pointed out that the Right of Way to the back lot also needs to show on the plans. Also, the proposed off premise sign needs to be on the plan for the Chiropractic business which may not exceed 6 square feet. There will be no signs for the busses as they are just dispatched from there. Marcia Keller questioned the busses exiting onto Breezy Hill Road from the lower drive. The reason given for using the lower drive is due to the grade of the upper drive. It was brought up that a Transportation Engineer be brought in to review busses leaving the premises from the lower drive, at the applicant’s expense.
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to procure a Transportation Engineer as a consultant for guidance on which access would be best to use, the lower or upper drive. Seconded by Bill Glennie. Much conversation ensued regarding pros and cons of each access. Marcia Keller voted yes. Barry Wheeler, Barbara Vannata, Sonny Harris, Bill Glennie and Phil LaMoreaux voted no. Motion defeated 5-1.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair brought up the bridge on Breezy Hill Road off Route 103 as being red listed, which means the State has identified it as having structural deficiencies. There are three deficiencies: Abutments, Structure and Deck. One deficiency can place a bridge as being red listed, and this particular bridge is red listed on all three deficiencies. The weight of the school buses are fine at this time. It was pointed out to the applicant that if this bridge were to fail, the bridge at the other end of the road is not approved for school busses either.
It was also noted that a note should be on the plan showing the temporary fuel storage tanks.
Continuation of the Site Plan will be on December 9, 2008 for O E Trucking.
Motion was made by Barry Wheeler to approve the Site Plan with the following conditions of approval: Motion seconded by Sonny Harris.
1. Application revised to strike reference to home business and show correct lot size.
2. Site Plan show the location of the Street Plat.
3. Comments regarding bus access be revised – Special Notes 2. removed 3.
Revised to say for provision of Right to Pass added to the deed for 74A.
4. Size and type of above ground Storage Tanks shown.
5. Off premise signs added to plan.
Special Note #3 on page 2 of the revised (dated 11/10/08) Site Plan plans to be revised as long as both lots, 74A and 74B are owned by Martyn Chivers, existing parking and access drives crossing lot lines will be continued to be utilized.
Special Note #2 on page 2 of the revised (dated 11/10/08) Site Plan plans to be removed.
Motion carried 6-0.
Jane Johnsen brought up that the Site Plan Regulations may require additional wording concerning explanations of what is expected when changes are made on a property, making it clearer to applicants.
It was brought up that a letter be sent to Charles Spaulding on #114 regarding a possible gravel pit.
Jane Johnsen requested being on the November 25, 2008 Agenda regarding Sidewalks.
Mention was made that Sign Ordinances need updating.
Adjourned 9:55pm
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
Planning Board Agenda 11.11.08
November 9, 2008
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR SESSION
NOVEMBER 11, 2008
7:00pm
AGENDA
1. ROLL CALL AND CALL TO ORDER
2. REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF OCTOBER 14, 2008 MINUTES
3. TO DO FOLDER
4. CONCEPTUAL CONSULTATION
KATE LINETTE, LAKE MASSASECUM ROAD, MAP 23, LOT 15
5. CONTINUATION:
O E TRUCKING SITE PLAN, BREEZY HILL ROAD, MAP 3, LOT 74B
O E TRUCKING SUBDIVISION-Access for rear lot
6. FURTHER GRAVEL PIT DISCUSSION
7. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
8. ADJOURN
Library Activities November 2008
November 9, 2008
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3
Trustees, 7pm
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Bradford Library Stitchers
Drop-in fiber arts group, all levels welcome
6-8pm
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Bat Program
co-sponsored by the Bradford Conservation Commission
Bradford Area Community Center, 7pm
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Book-to-movie
The Other Boleyn Girl
7pm
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10
New display case exhibit:
“Bradford Landmarks” by Perley Strout
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Bradford Library Stitchers
Drop-in fiber arts group, all levels welcome
6-8pm
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21
International Movie
I Vitelloni (Italy), 7pm
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Book Sale, 9am-2pm
