TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MEETING
APRIL 21, 2014
5:30PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call To Order and Roll Call:
John Pfeifle, Chair called the meeting to order with Harry Wright, Sonny Harris, Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer, Cheryl Behr, Administrator and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
No Appearances this evening.
CEDS Forms submitted to Department Heads:
Jim Bibbo had submitted CEDS forms for Solar Power, from Erich Caron, Planning Board and Erich Caron from the Historical Society to move old Post Office building to the Historical Society sight on East Main Street. These were signed by the Selectmen.
Cell Tower:
Conversation ensued regarding complaints of the existing Cell Tower erected by Industrial Communications off Route 114, behind Valley Transportation. Marcia Keller, Chair Planning Board had been requested to check the records, and everything was done according to regulations. Consensus of the Selectmen is to request Cheryl to write a letter to the company regarding camouflaging the tower.
Barking Dog:
Conversation ensued regarding Attorney Bernie Waugh’s response which. indicated a dog may bark to protect their charge, however, that does not mean they can bark all night. If the barking is not abated by June 1, 2014 then the town will be forced to fine the individual. Cheryl Behr was requested to write a letter to the individual who has the barking dogs.
The Selectmen signed a payment plan.
Henniker Rescue Squad:
Reference was made of some correspondence received from Tom French, Henniker Rescue Squad Director who indicated he has a draft prepared to present/discuss with the Henniker Selectmen on May 6, 2014, regarding: both towns joining forces. Shortly after that meeting hopefully the two boards can meet and discuss the proposal. Cheryl Behr questioned if they bill E-Max or go through some other company, which she will follow up on.
Lois Kilnap, Recycling Director:
Lois Kilnapp came before the Selectmen and discussed the heavy duty compactor which would cost $22,000.00 installed and with a trade in of the current compactor it would cost $18,500.00. Question is, would it be best to keep the old one and not trade it in, considering the possible maintenance? Lois questioned how to fill in the CIP questionnaire if it is kept? John Pfeifle questioned if shared services with some other town, might be better to have two machines. Further discussion will be held regarding this topic.
Results of the first CIP meeting:
Cheryl Behr advised she has a list of the Committee Members that the Selectmen need to approve for the CIP.
Motion was made by John Pfeifle to approve the CIP Committee as forwarded by Stephanie Alexander, CNHRPC. which includes:
Transfer Station Lois Kilnapp
Selectmen John Pfeifle
Town Office Cheryl Behr
Planning Board Marcia Keller, Erich Caron, Claire James
Highway Department Barry Wheeler
Police Department Jim Valiquet, Steve Valiquet or Ed Shaughnessy
Budget Committee Don Jackson
Municipal Budget Committee Jim Bibbo
The following Departments advised no one will serve on the committee.
Fire Department Mark Goldberg
Rescue Squad Laurie Brown
Motion seconded by Sonny Harris. Motion carried 3-0.
Letter to NFI regarding coming into a Selectmen’s meeting was discussed, and waiting for information from the Police Department per Cheryl Behr.
April 28, 2014 is the date set for the Public Hearing regarding unanticipated revenue.
Personnel Action form for Neil Flanagan:
Neil Flanagan has completed the Police Academy, with required paper work signed by the Selectmen.
Also mentioned was a dinner honoring Ed Shaughnessy for his accomplishment on April 23, 2014 in Manchester.
John Pfeifle advised he had been down to the Route 114 Breezy Hill Bridge with Denny Heisler, with several suggestions of what should/could be done.
Also discussed was the weight of vehicles going over the covered bridge which is greater than the load limit, and Chief Valiquet will be requested to keep an eye on overweight vehicles.
Discussion regarding removing records that are still in the Town Hall took place. Cheryl Behr indicated there are many records that will need to be shredded as well as find storage space for valuable records.
Walter Royal, Code Enforcement is taking pictures and making lists of infractions then letters will be written to those that are in violation. John Pfeifle advised he would like these letters to be written next week.
Statement was made that Bruss Construction has been paid.
Mission Statement Revitalization Committee:
Marilyn Gordon stated that one of the projects the committee has discussed is to turn Brown Shattuck Field into a park, since the BNSYS has no longer use for it. That would be to take the dug-outs. down. Conversation ensued. Regarding other projects.
Putting up of Flags for Memorial Day was discussed, and will be followed up on.
Rural Heritage Connection of Bradford:
A Proposal for a Pledge Drive was presented to each Selectman from Rural Heritage Connection explaining their position in volunteering to work towards a pledge campaign in conjunction with the Town Hall Restoration Committee.
John Pfeifle advised he would like to wait until he hears back from someone as to how progress will go forward. He asks that no one goes out for a fund raising until all are coordinated.
Accounts Payable and Payroll Manifests were reviewed and signed
Review and Consideration of April 14, 2014 minutes:
Motion was made by Sonny Harris to approve the April 14, 2014 minutes as presented. Seconded by John Pfeifle. Motion carried 3-0.
George Cilley questioned the mowing of Brown Shattuck Field as he has done for the past several years, now that the BNSYS is no longer using/or paying for their portion of use. Cheryl advised the payment for the mowing comes out of General Gov’t Buildings.
Motion was made by John Pfeifle for Mr. Cilley to continue to mow Brown Shattuck Field as he has done in the past. Seconded and carried 3-0.
There being no other business to come before the board, meeting adjourned 6:20pm
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary