TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MEETING
MAY 13, 2013
5:30PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Harry Wright, Chair called the meeting to order at 5:30pm with Sonny Harris, John Pfeifle, Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer, Cheryl Behr, Administrator, and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
No Appearances present:
Marilyn Gordon was thanked for covering the minutes for the May 6, 2013 meeting.
Discussion on Firearms:
Proper conduct of town staff was discussed, which was stimulated by the new building inspector, per Harry Wright, Chair. Harry went on to discuss the huge liability for the town as well as for the person as an individual. It was also stated that this could work in reverse, with accountability as employee of the town, if a person was required to do a service and didn’t have a firearm, being two ways of looking at the situation. Police Chief Jim Valiquet advised that a town is completely liable if it allows anyone to carry a gun untrained. If it is not in their scope of job description training there is a severe risk and liability. Police Chief, Jim Valiquet advised he could become an NRA instructor, certified to teach then be capable of teaching licensed gun holders to be certified which is not a requirement of being licensed to carry a gun. Suggestion was made that the person could put their firearm in their vehicles prior to going on the jobsite.
Many pros and cons were discussed at length. Cheryl Behr read Sunapee’s Fire Arm Regulations.
Cheryl Behr stated that Walter Royal was invited to come to tonight’s Selectmen’s meeting.
John Pfeifle will discuss this with Walter Royal and a decision will be forthcoming at next week’s Selectmen’s meeting.
E-Max paper work for signature:
E-Max paper work was signed by the Selectmen for medicare payments to be received by the Rescue Squad for transport etc.
Transfer of funds from LSB savings account:
Selectmen signed form to transfer funds from Lake Sunapee Bank prior to tax funds coming in.
Filing for FEMA Funds – canceled?
Cheryl Behr stated that of the twenty eight towns eligible to file, there were only three towns in MerrimackCounty who did not file for FEMA funds for last winters storm. It was stated that the Road Agent feels the town is not entitled to the funds for the storm that is being discussed. Cheryl Behr brought up previous conversation stating he had no intention of lying about or fabricating statistics relative to other matters what so ever. After reading further, Cheryl requested that “the on-going evidence” be brought to a meeting and be placed on the table. Also, if records have not been kept, then they do need to be, documenting sand and salt used etc. Cheryl stated FEMA is looking for general estimates. Sonny Harris suggested that the Road Agent should be made aware of exactly what is required, as they may be less stringent than what he thinks they are. This was discussed at length and will be tabled until the next meeting as suggested by John Pfeifle.
E-Mail received from Trudy Willett re: Road Damage:
Cheryl Behr read an e-mail from Trudy Willett regarding road damage by her property and would like the highway department to finish repairing it. This should be forwarded to the road agent was stated.
Portland Glass estimate – no other estimates received:
Cheryl Behr stated that Portland Glass is the only business who replied to a RFP for doors and windows for the Community Center, and their proposal is for $15,280.00, which is under budget.
Motion was made by John Pfeifle to accept the Portland Glass estimate for the windows and doors for the Community Center as the only submission for $15,280.00. Seconded
by Sonny Harris. Motion carried 3-0.
Knapton property:
Suggestion was made to suggest Ms. Knapton’s attorney do the research as to what is required for a Warranty Deed. After discussion, it was decided to question town Attorney Waugh for a decision.
Tax Warrant for signature – ½ of last year’s tax due:
The Selectmen signed the Tax Warrant.
Welfare Budget:
The Welfare Budget has a current balance of $3100.00 and the GeneralGov’tBuilding has funds available in the amount of $2,000.00 which may be transferred and held in reserve for the Welfare Budget if needed.
Motion was made by John Pfeifle to transfer $2,000.00 from the GeneralGov’tBuilding account to hold in reserve for the Welfare Budget. Sonny Harris seconded the motion. Carried 3-0.
Chris Frey – sale of property:
Chris Frey was not available to discuss the sale of town property.
Bond Paperwork:
The Selectmen signed bond paperwork.
The Lease Agreement for renewal of KAP and Community Action was given to the Selectmen for their perusal and will be completed at the next Selectmen’s meeting May 20th, 2013.
Accounts payable and Payroll Manifests were reviewed and signed.
Cheryl Behr advised LGC has forwarded some options regarding Health Insurance and questioned if the Selectmen should look at them or should some one else. Someone mentioned the Budget Committee should see them.
Review and Consideration of the May 6, 2013 Minutes:
Motion was made and seconded to approve the May 6th minutes with the following edits:
Page 1. under Chris Frey: Town land for sale: first sentence should state .4 acresand the other at .6 acres. On page two, last line prior to Adjournment, Intent to cut was signed by the board should read – Sonny Harris abstained.
Motion to adjourn made, seconded and carried 6:55pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary