THRC Minutes 03.24.13
March 26, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
T H R C
MARCH 24, 2013
1:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Eileen Kelly, Chair called the meeting to order with Sandy Wright, Harry Wright, George Cilley, Don Jackson, Lorraine MacLeod, Marcia Keller, Dick Keller, Michele Halsted, David Halsted, Audrey Sylvester, Sandy Paul, Beth Rodd, Beth Downes, Phyllis Wilcox, Caryl Walker, Laurie Buchar and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
Review and Consideration of March 7, 2013 Minutes:
Motion was made by Beth Rodd to approve the March 7, 2013 minutes as presented.
Seconded by Marcia Keller. Minutes approved unanimously.
Town Meeting Feedback:
Much discussion ensued regarding should haves, should not haves, as well as what could or could not be done and what will be done at the upcoming continued Town Meeting for Article 4 on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 7:00pm at the Bradford Elementary School. Much discussion involved seating availability, and the lack of it at town meeting. This will be improved upon one way or another for the continued meeting.
It was stated that there were 312 registered voters at the March Town Meeting with 308 voting on Article 4.
Much discussion took place on how and when to get constructive information out to the voters prior to the upcoming continuation of town meeting. Many different ideas and methods were entertained.
It was hoped that North Branch will be attending and speak for the Town Hall Restoration by reiterating that the Construction Manager process does put a guarantee on the amount of money stated, and if it should go higher, they are the ones who have to absorb it.
The next meeting date will be decided and posted.
No other business to come before the board, meeting adjourned 3:15pm
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary.
THRC Minutes 03.07.13
March 8, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
TOWN HALL RESTORATION COMMITTEE
MARCH 7, 2013
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Eileen Kelly, Chair called the meeting to order at 7:12pm with Beth Rodd, Audrey Sylvester, Beth Downes, Michele Halsted, David Halsted, Caryl Walker, Marcia Keller, Dick Keller, John Greenwood, and Marge Cilley, Secretary present. George Cilley came in late. Also attending was Bob Lincoln.
Review and Consideration of February 21, 2013 minutes:
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to approve the February 21, 2013 minutes as presented. Seconded by Beth Rodd. Motion carried 9-0.
Review and Consideration of February 23, 2013 Forum minutes:
Motion was made by Beth Rodd to approve the minutes as presented for the February 23, 2013 Town Hall Restoration Forum. Seconded by Caryl Walker. Motion carried 9-0.
Presentation of Town Hall Restoration at Town Meeting:
Andrew Pinard was asked to present a short slide show at Town Meeting, actually a collage of local area with emphasis on the town hall. He showed the slides this evening and will adjust to cover about ten minutes.
Much discussion ensued regarding the presentation to be given at Town Meeting. Eileen Kelly, Chair will give the presentation following Brackett Scheffy, Moderator’s opening remarks. Some topics included: Financing, which Marcia Keller will address. Fundraising, Michele Halsted suggested mentioning energy savings, perhaps percentage, but not dollar amounts. Also the energy of the committee will be turned towards fundraising once the Article is passed. Yard signs are available to place where ever one can. Discussion and comments regarding campaigning results were varied, however, the consensus is, residents are favorable in this endeavor, but we do need a 2/3 vote.
Dave Drasba, Architect will be attending and present some drawings. Joe Campbell, North Branch Construction will also be available to answer questions.
The Town Hall Bond, Article Four will be first on the list of Articles. The ballot box will be open for one hour.
A list of anticipated questions were discussed at length.
Several great letters to the Editor were favorably commented on.
Public Hearings for LCHIP are scheduled for March 7, March 11 and March 18.
A reminder to forward telephone calls to request Senator Robert Odell to support the Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) and how much LCHIP could help the Town of Bradford. Senator Odell’s telephone number is 271-6733.
Andrew Pinard found that there is a record of a drilled well in 1912 at 40 feet which was deepened in 1967 to a depth of 260 feet.
No other business to be brought before the committee, meeting adjourned 8:45pm.
A reminder to everyone: Brunch at Appleseed Sunday, March 10, 2013 between 8:00am and 12:00 noon.
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
THRC Agenda 03.07.13
March 7, 2013
Bradford Town Hall Restoration Committee
Meeting of March 07, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
Bradford Community Center
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes of February 21, 2013
II. Presentation at Town Meeting
III. Subcommittee reports
a. Financing committee – Marcia Keller
b. Campaign for Community Support – publicity, public relations – Beth Rodd Great letter to the editor / pick up your yard sign
c. Fundraising – Michele Halstead
IV. Other Business:
Next Meeting Wednesday, March 13 – Town Meeting.
TIMELINE – Town Meeting 2013
Tuesday, March 12 - Town Election Day.
Wednesday, March 13 – Town Meeting.
THRC Public Forum Minutes 02.23.13
February 25, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
TOWN HALL RESTORATION COMMITTEE
FORUM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2013
10:00 – 12:00 NOON
KEARSARGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – BRADFORD
Opening Remarks:
Harry Wright, Selectmen gave the opening remarks at the Forum which was attended by about forty interested individuals. Harry Wright introduced Joe Campbell, North Branch Builders, the Construction Manager, Dave Drasba, Architect from Rick Monahon’s office, Eileen Kelly, ChairTown Hall restoration Committee, Jeff Taylor, Consultant for Community Planning and Economic Development and Jim Bruss, Bruss Construction, consultant to the project. Also recognized were State Representatives, Barbara French and Geoffrey Hirsch.
Jeff Taylor introduced himself stating he was pleased to be here again and was first here to work on a Charrette about fifteen years ago. Mr. Taylor also stated that he has always enjoyed working with old buildings and has known and worked with Rick Monahon, Architect for the past twenty years or so. A little over a year ago was the beginning of the process with much shared, gathered information on restoring the town hall. The last thirteen months the committee has worked hard and accomplished a lot of work pertaining to the Town Hall Restoration. At this time, Jeff Taylor introduced Eileen Kelly, Chair of the committee.
Eileen Kelly, Chair thanked everyone for coming and listed the names of the committee members, as well as the Rural Heritage Connection as being an important apart of the group in the combined efforts. Rick Monahon, Architect worked diligently and has been an integral part and was very energetic in the process. He was recognized for contributing much more work then he was paid for. It was also stated that Rick was credited with not only obtaining a Construction Manager with a guaranteed maximum cost figure, but with the understanding local, capable workers will be used whereever possible. It was pointed out that this is the best time for Bonding with low interest rate, consequently being cost effective. When the Bond is passed at Town Meeting, it was estimated that the opening of the Town Hall could be the end of 2013.
The Selectmen and the Budget Committee each voted unanimously to recommend Article Four on the Warrant.
Dave Drasba, Architect brought in updated plans from what Rick Monahon had first produced. Since he works from the same office that Rick Monahon did, he has been involved in the background of this endeavor. At this time, Mr. Drasba gave a powerpoint display of what, where and how the process will be carried out with end results. This included starting from the basement and working towards the second floor and all areas in between. He was very adamant that it would all be to code and include present historic features as they are already there. This will also include a new septic, well and heating system. The total square footage on the first floor will be 4250. The front stairs will remain there and do what ever is necessary for them to be within code. Space will be added on the second floor to provide two handicapped bathrooms. The total seating capacity for the second floor auditorium is 220 with up to 80 for the stage area. The tin ceiling will be restored on the second floor. All electrical and heating will be new throughout the building.
Joe Campbell, North Branch, Construction Manager presented the project schedules. They have been involved with many municipal projects for over fifty five years and are confident in their projections. After the March 13, 2013 Town Meeting, they will be doing more fine tuning of drawings for mechanical, electric and design, followed by approval and final pricing. Mr. Campbell advised any money not spent goes back to the town. He also reiterated that any capable local contractors will be used for the project.
Discussion ensued, and it was pointed out that the Police Department would add substantial cost to the project had it been included in the plans at the Town Hall, because it does not belong in that building due to the nature of police work. It was also stated that a couple of additional parking spaces will be added from what is already there as well as the thirty spaces in the Church yard, thus not being an issue.
A question arose as to the old vault at the town hall and it was stated that the only “old historic value” is the door as the rest of it was not fire proof. It was strongly recommended to preserve the door.
Questions and Answers
Back stairs were questioned as being functional as they are, why new ones? Dave Drasba stated that the back stairs need verification with the State as to be compliant with code. Another question was where the well would be drilled which was shown on the power point. It was stated that there will be a cistern for the sprinkler system.
Another topic discussed was the feasibility of also using the down stairs meeting room as an overflow, which will accommodate 60 people as an addition to the upstairs 300 for large meetings. Other questions included the interior walls being insulated to which the reply was yes. The lighting on the stage areas will be a separate specialty project per Dave Drasha. The pellet boilers were discussed and it was stated that they need service annually and the commercial/industrial one is different than a home pellet system. The amount of ash would be about a small waste can full every 3 to 4 weeks as well as it being fully automatic. Another question was air conditioning which has not been included at this time. An outside generator was also discussed.
John Pfeifle addressed the new committees to be formed, addressing Main Street with the town hall being a cornerstone and a town property committee to promote infrastructure increasing property values in Bradford.
Eileen Kelly reminded everyone that there will be a group attending the Brunch at Appleseed Restaurant on Sunday, March 10 from 8:00am to 12:00 noon and any and all are invited.
Eileen thanked everyone for attending this informative meeting.
Refreshments were available for one and all.
Meeting adjourned 11:50am.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
THRC Minutes 02.21.13
February 25, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
TOWN HALL RESTORATION COMMITEE MEETING
February 21. 2013
7:00pm
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Eileen Kelly, Chair, opened the meeting at 7:09pm with Beth Rodd, George Cilley, Beth Downes, Sandy Wright, Michele Halsted, David Halsted, Audrey Sylvester, Kathy McKenna, Anne Eldridge, Caryl Walker, Marcia Keller, Dick Keller present. John Greenwood was absent.
The sheet to check off names of residents talked with or to be talked with was passed around by Beth Rodd.
Review and Consideration of February 7, 2013 minutes:
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to approve the February 7, 2013 minutes as presented. Seconded by Audrey Sylvester.
Discussion ensued regarding the “Punch List” that was discussed by Jim Bruss, Bruss Construction, and all the members received a copy of at that meeting.
Motion carried 13-0.
Bond Rate:
Eileen Kelly, Chair handed out sheets containing the Bond Rate showing the Tax Effect per different assessed valuation of homes. Also Warrant Article Four – 2013 was handed out including the statement the Selectmen recommend and the Budget Committee recommends. DRA (Department of Revenue Administration) advised the impact of the Bond for ($1,767,000.00) would not impact until 2014, and with the interest rate if 2.25% would require $.63 per thousand on the tax bill.
Dave Drasba, Monahon Architects will be bringing in new, updated plans and give a power point presentation at the Forum.
Presentation of Plans for the Forum, February 23, 2013:
Eileen Kelly, Chair handed out the Agenda for the Town Forum to he held on Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 10:00 to 12:00 noon at the BradfordElementary School.
It was suggested that the committee be prepared to discuss the different methods and possibilities of receiving monies through Grants, donations or other methods to help offset the Bond. This could possibly be brought up at the Forum.
Refreshments will be provided by several of the members at the Forum.
There will be an opportunity to visit the Town Hall for those who have never been in there after the Forum. A show of hands will determine if this will be done.
Michele Halsted handed out half page brochures showing a picture of the Town Hall with bullets showing highlights to restoring the BradfordTown Hall. These will be handed out by the Neighborhood Captains.
Other topics of conversation were the babysitting at Town Meeting.
Campaign signs.
Transportation to Town Meeting.
Michele Halsted reiterated that in order to apply for Grants, the town has to first show they are for the project by voting on it favorably at Town Meeting. After we get the bond, there will be an extremely energetic campaign to secure funds. Stating that we will be getting large sums of money would be unrealistic. There will be a strong committee outreach as soon as the bond has been approved at town meeting.
Michele Halsted also advised they had gone to check with LCHIP to see what Bradford could do to increase their chances of receiving Grants. The last LCHIP Grant had 40 applications for historical buildings. They did have positive energy for the THRC and RHC. Some of the input was questions regarding the budget and intentions for the use of the money had we received it. We were not precise enough. They did state they will help in the future with applications.
Suggestions were to contact Senator Bob O’Dell regarding putting money back into LCHIP.
An “Ad” for the Kearsarge Shopper, Intertown and Bradford Bridge were discussed and will be worked on immediately.
There being no other business to come before the committee, the meeting adjourned at 8:47pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
THRC Agenda 02.21.13
February 21, 2013
Bradford Town Hall Restoration Committee
Meeting of February 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
BradfordCommunity Center
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes of February 07, 2013
II. Presentation of Plans – Saturday, February 23
III. Compilation of Grants
IV. Subcommittee reports
a. Financing committee – Marcia Keller
b. Campaign for Community Support – publicity, public relations – Beth Rodd
c. Fundraising – Michele Halstead
V. Other Business:
VI. Next Meeting Dates: Thursday, March 07 at 7:00pm
TIMELINE – Town Meeting 2013
Saturday, February 23rd – Public Forum by Town Hall Restoration Committee
at 10:00 a.m. to noon (Snow Date: Saturday, March 02)
Tuesday, March 12 - Town Election Day.
Wednesday, March 13 – Town Meeting.
THRC Minutes 02.07.13
February 8, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
TOWN HALL RESTORATION COMMITTEE MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Eileen Kelly, Chair opened the meeting at 7:09pm with Sandra Wright, Audrey Sylvester, George Cilley, Harry Wright, Beth Downes, Dick Keller, Marcia Keller, Kathy McKenna, Caryl Walker, Michele Halsted, David Halsted, Beth Rodd, Ann Eldridge, Jim Bruss, Bruss Construction, and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
Eileen Kelly, Chair took a few moments to speak of what Rick Monahon, Architect had done for the town before his passing, and we all miss him very much. Eileen went on to say a close friend of Rick’s had told her that Rick chose his projects well as he knew the value of the buildings he could restore as well as the people involved. Also, Jim Bruss has been invaluable to the project for which the committee thanks him.
Presentation to Selectmen:
Last Monday night, Eileen Kelly, Chair gave an overview of Town Hall History as well as the Renovation Plan as it stands right now. The request of the Committee was for the Selectmen to vote to recommend the Article for the bond at the figure given, where we are right now, in the hopes as we continue to work on it to reduce it lower. The Selectmen voted unanimously to recommend this bond.
Last Tuesday night, Eileen Kelly, Chair introduced Joe Campbell, North Branch Construction, who is the Construction Manager to the Budget Committee. Eileen handed out sheets showing line items for the Budget Breakdown.
The Budget Committee voted unanimously to recommend this bond.
The following is all a work in progress:
Jim Bruss made recommendations thus far and several information sheets were handed out to the members, one being the Standard Estimate Report. This report contains sixteen divisions: General Conditions, Demo & Site, Concrete, Masonry, Metals, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Thermal/Moist, Doors & Windows, Finishes, Specialties, Furnishings, Conveying System, Mechanical, Electrical and Allowances.
It was suggested that since there is more work to be done, we should not accept the Guarantee Price quite yet.
The next sheet looked at is the Value Engineering Sheet showing the Scope of Work Deletions Sheet. It was stated that these are cuts being worked on, not necessarily permanent at this time, and is open for discussion, and all sixteen items were discussed.
Michele Halsted questioned from the beginning, since the building is on the National Historic Register, that we adhere to the U S Dept. of Interiors Standards for Restoration. Are we still working towards this to which Jim Bruss advised absolutely. One suggestion was to procure a “Letter of Intent or Proposal from Froling Energy” or other Biomass Specialists prior to Town Meeting.
Assumptions and Clarifications, a list of forty one areas of concern was the next handout gone over by Jim Bruss and the Committee. Many questions and responses from all the reports were gone over. Again, this is all a work in progress and not finalized at this time.
Some other topics discussed were:
Windows-triple track
Elevator
Air Exchange
Air conditioning
Signage-by code, some required
Furniture
Hours for work schedule.
Old Safe-Final resting place of door?
Pictures and artifacts needing to be removed from the building, and by whom, stored where?
Mechanicals
Stairs
Sprinkler System
Windows – Need to be discussed with North Branch re: using existing casings.
Use of volunteer craftsmen.
Generator discussion
Clarification of spray foam at 1” rather than 3”.
Paving
Landscaping
Retain stone shelf on the foundation
Wainscoting
Hardwood floors.
Roof – Need more specificity. Need to know what is to be replaced.
Rick Monahon’s office is still going to be the Architect’s used.
Inviting voters to attend the Forum scheduled for February 23, 2013, from ten am to twelve noon at the BradfordElementary School.
Michele Halsted is checking to see what feedback for level of support could be expected in Concord from the NH Preservation Alliance and LCHIP group. This will be used as a foundation for thoughts about how much could be raised outside of the bond. .
Jim Bruss was thanked by the Committee for all his efforts he’s put into this project.
With the support of the Selectmen and the Town’s Liability Insurance, Kathy McKenna is continuing to check at the Elementary School regarding baby sitting during town meeting, a non-partisan endeavor. Teacher or Staff member, as baby-sitters and custodian will need to be paid, and an amount which will be from donations will be estimated soon.
Article in BradfordBridge offering free babysitting services for town meeting.
Notice in BradfordBridge to offer rides to town meeting.
Beth Downes will be working on two places in town for promotion of Town Hall Restoration a couple of weeks prior to town meeting.
Lorraine McLeod has information and pictures on Facebook, please check on it and comment.
Another thought was to have “Open House” at the town hall so anyone who has not seen the upstairs of the town hall will have that opportunity. The 23rd , after the Forum was suggested as a good date.
Harry Wright stated a frequently asked question is “ What’s in it for me? And the response could be:
Value to town, tourism, increase in property value, access to beautiful upper level for wedding receptions, ballroom and square dancing, art shows, stage shows, holding town meetings, preserving a sturdy historical building already owned by the town.
(Secretary’s addition: Remember Brunch at Appleseed on Sunday, March 10 between 8:00am and 12:00noon)
Next meetings scheduled for: Thursday, February 21, at 7:00pm
Thursday, March 7, 2013 at 7:00pm
There being no other business to come before the Committee, meeting adjourned 9:45pm.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
THRC Agenda 02.07.13
February 7, 2013
BradfordTown Hall Restoration Committee
Meeting of February 07, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
BradfordCommunity Center
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes of January 24, 2013
II. Remembering Rick
III. Presentation to Select-Board, January 28 – unanimous vote of approval for warrant article bond
IV. Presentation to Budget Committee, January 30 – unanimous vote of approval for warrant article bond
V. Jim Bruss– update
VI. Decisions
VII. Subcommittee reports
1. Financing committee – Marcia Keller
2. Campaign for Community Support – publicity, public relations – Beth Rodd
3. Fundraising – Michele Halstead
VIII. Other Business:
IX. Next Meeting Dates: Thursday, February 21 at 7:00pm
1. Thursday, March 07 at 7:00pm
TIMELINE – Town Meeting 2013
Monday, February 18 – Bond Hearing at 7:00 p.m. Community Center downstairs
Saturday, February 23rd – Public Forum by Town Hall Restoration Committee at 10:00 a.m. to noon (Snow Date: Saturday, March 02)
Dates in Statute
Friday, January 11 – FIRST day to hold public hearing on bond or note issue over $100,000. Notice of time, place & subject of hearing must be published at least 7 days before hearing.
Friday, February 8 – Last day of giving notice of February 15th public hearing on annual budget. [32:5,I]
Friday, February 15 – Last day to hold one public hearing on annual budget (can hold additional public hearings earlier or later with 7 days’ notice; should schedule at least one public hearing after Feb 5th to include any petitioned warrant articles). [32:5,I and V]
*** Monday, February 18 Last to publish notice of time, place and subject of public hearing on bond or note issue over $100,000. [33:8-a,I]
Wednesday, February 20 – In budget committee towns, last day for budget committee to submit 2 copies of annual budget to selectmen for them to post with warrant. [32:16, IV]
*** Monday, February 25 – Last day to hold public hearing on bond or note issue over $100,000. Notice of time, place and subject of hearing must be published at least 7 days before hearing. [33:8-a, I].
Tuesday, March 12 - Town Election Day.
Wednesday, March 13 – Town Meeting.
Friday Feb 8, 15 budget hearing
THRC Minutes 01.24.13
January 28, 2013
TOWN OF BRADFORD
TOWN HALL RESTORATION COMMITTEE MEETING
JANUARY 24, 2013
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Eileen Kelly, Chair opened the meeting with combined groups of Town Hall Restoration Committee and Rural Heritage Connection, Michele Halsted, David Halsted, Audrey Sylvester, Marcia Keller, Dick Keller, George Cilley, Beth Rodd, Beth Downs, Kathy McKenna, Bob Lincoln and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
Review and Consideration of January 10, 2013 minutes:
Motion was made by Marcia Keller to approve the minutes. Seconded by George Cilley.
Eileen Kelly advised on page one, under Ken Holmes etc. it should read North Branch, from has been nominated, to approved. The actual word used by Eileen on the tape is selected.
On page four, 5th paragraph up from the bottom, should read there will be an air filtration, and spray pump system, which needs to be clarified further by the Construction Manager. Last page, the time for the next meeting was incorrect and should read 7:00pm.
Motion carried with edits. 11-0.
North Branch Construction Update:
Eileen Kelly, Chair advised Haz Mat testing took place last Monday, January 21, 2013 and the results are not back as yet. Eileen and John Greenwood met with them last evening and because they do not have the results back, we do not have the number at this point. This will not be ready for the next Selectmen’s meeting on Monday, but will be presented to them on the following Monday, February 4, 2013. The presentation to the Budget Committee will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 when they meet at 6:30pm.
February 23rd is the Public Forum by the Town Hall Restoration Committee.
March 9, 2013 there will be a “Meet the candidates” at the Community Center from 10:00am to 12:00 noon, sponsored by the BradfordBridge.
Sub-Committee Reports:
Finance Committee – Marcia Keller – Marcia advised she is continuing to gather information from the two banks they are dealing with and clarifying figures. Also is waiting to hear from John Greenwood to get together. Two amortization schedules have been procured from the banks, interest rates have not been locked in as the final figure has not been made available at this time. Town Attorney fees have been procured and passed on to the Construction Manager.
Campaign for Community Support – publicity, public relations – Beth Rodd
Beth advised she has procured the school for the Public Forum on Saturday, February 23rd. Food was discussed for this event as well as for Town Meeting. Beth also had some examples of signs to be put on lawns throughout town. Signs size is 16 x 26..
Letters to the Editor discussed for area newspapers. Also discussed was some concise information for delivery by Area Captains to be able to hand out when calling on neighbors as well as being handed out at Town Meeting.
Fundraising – Michele Halsted
Money is cheaper now than ever, and we will never see these interest rates this low again.
Posters are in the library that Rick Monahon, Architect has done depicting the whole plan. Facebook initiative will be discussed tomorrow with Lorraine. “I Remember Bradford” Site is also being upgraded. It has been stated that the Historical Society, The Union Congregational Society and the Historical District Board want to be listed as being partners with the Town Hall Restoration in mailings and handouts. Mailings and contents as well as the cost of postage were discussed. Michele mentioned Pledge Forms which do need to be signed in order to be accepted. Also Thank you notes were being written to Bubba’s as well as Appleseed Restaurant for hosting the dinner parties. Discussion ensued regarding going to Appleseed Restaurant prior to Town Meeting, and a Sunday Brunch was decided upon. (At this time, Sunday, March 10, 2013, between 8:00am and 12:00noon has been agreed upon.) Much discussion ensued regarding many topics.
Michele Halsted advised Beth Downs initiatives, which neighborhood captains idea is one, and Beth will also be organizing a table which will be put at the dump, and the post office once we have the financial information and the brochures. We will be there with our buttons, posters to be more public, but the financial information is key.
Michele brought up the baby sitting initiative which is non-partisan to provide free baby sitting at town meeting. Kathy McKenna obtained some information from the school regarding what is required by organizations seeking to do this. One million dollars in liability insurance is required, for two and half hours babysitting. Question has been asked of the Selectmen if non-partisan babysitting service could be provided by the town of Bradford using money raised by the public, not Town Hall Restoration Committee.
Perhaps this will be on agenda at the next Selectmen’s Meeting. Information will be put in the Bradford Bridge when known.
Next Meeting is scheduled for: February 7, 2013 at 7:00pm
Meeting adjourned 8:35pm
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary
THRC Agenda 01.24.13
January 24, 2013
BradfordTown Hall Restoration Committee
Meeting of January 24, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
BradfordCommunity Center
AGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes of January 10, 2013
II. North Branch Construction – update
III. Subcommittee reports
Financing committee – Marcia Keller
Campaign for Community Support – publicity, public relations – Beth Rodd
Fundraising – Michele Halsted
IV. Other Business:
V. Next Meeting Dates: Thursday, February 07 at 7:00pm
Thursday, February 21 at 7:00pm
Thursday, March 07 at 7:00pm
TIMELINE – Town Meeting 2013
Monday, January 28 – Presentation to Select-Board
Wednesday, January 30 – Presentation to Budget Committee
Saturday, February 23rd – Public Forum by Town Hall Restoration Committee
(Snow Date: Saturday, March 02)
Dates in Statute
Friday, January 11 – FIRST day to hold public hearing on bond or note issue over $100,000. Notice of time, place & subject of hearing must be published at least 7 days before hearing.
Friday, February 8 – Last day of giving notice of February 15th public hearing on annual budget. [32:5,I]
Friday, February 15 – Last day to hold one public hearing on annual budget (can hold additional public hearings earlier or later with 7 days’ notice; should schedule at least one public hearing after Feb 5th to include any petitioned warrant articles). [32:5,I and V]
*** Monday, February 18 Last to publish notice of time, place and subject of public hearing on bond or note issue over $100,000. [33:8-a,I]
Wednesday, February 20 – In budget committee towns, last day for budget committee to submit 2 copies of annual budget to selectmen for them to post with warrant. [32:16, IV]
*** Monday, February 25 – Last day to hold public hearing on bond or note issue over $100,000. Notice of time, place and subject of hearing must be published at least 7 days before hearing. [33:8-a, I].
Tuesday, March 12 - Town Election Day.
Wednesday, March 13 – Town Meeting.
