TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MEETING
JUNE 21, 2011
5:30PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call To Order and Roll Call:
Harry Wright, Chair called the meeting to order at 5:31pm with Jack Meaney, Barry Wheeler, Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer, Cheryl Behr, Administrator and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
APPEARANCES:
Don Jackson – CIP – Time Line:
Don Jackson advised the Committee members had contacted all the Department Heads on/or about June 1, 2011 with a hopeful deadline of hearing back from them by July 29, 2011. Don stated that the Fire and Rescue has been received this evening and it was appreciated by the committee. Upon receipt of the CIP recommendations they will go to the Planning Board on October 11, 2011 followed by the October 25, 2011 date to go to the Budget Committee for their preparation. Don explained the complete time line and the reason for the CIP coming up with it. Discussion ensued.
Marcia Keller reiterated the importance of the CIP and suggested the approach starts at the top with the Selectman. Harry Wright, Chair questioned Marcia Keller if the Time Line that the CIP presented was a rational looking schedule? Marcia advised it does look reasonable. It was stated that it was reasonable to expect some exceptions.
Motion was made to approve the Time Line as presented to the Selectmen from the CIP Committee by Harry Wright, Chair. Seconded by Barry Wheeler. Motion carried 3-0.
Senator Andy Sanborn and Representative Laurie Sanborn
Senator Sanborn advised he would like to meet every quarter with the Selectmen and public. He stated how the State Budget is being worked on. Several topics mentioned included the Retirement Reform issue, Shoreline Protection Act, Solidify what Grant Aid available in Education, Right to Work, Creating jobs and expanding the economic base.
Marcia Keller re: Letter to Bradford Selectmen concerning Road Committee:
Marcia Keller presented a letter to the Selectmen regarding the Planning Board assisting the Selectmen and re-activated Road Committee for future long range planning and development of the road network in town, which in turn would be an asset to the Capital Improvements Program. (Letter on file-June 16, 2011) Chris Aiken, Road Committee Chair advised the Road Committee has met and advised all roads in town need to be re-habilitated and information has gone to the Road Agent. Marcia Keller advised that several years ago, there had been a Road Committee Report which had a road by road assessment of its condition, showing traffic count as well as potential for development. This report could be done and presented to the taxpayers and set up a priority similar as to what has been done for the bridges. Marcia Keller reiterated that the first line of communication as to what is going on, both for the citizens and for the Planning Board as to when meetings are held by being posted and seeing the resulting minutes. It was suggested this information be put in the Bradford Bridge. The concept is to try to pull information together and then presenting it to the town before town meeting, trying to let the town’s people know that what shows on the budget and in the warrant has thought and planning behind it.
Harry Wright, Chair advised the Road Surface Management System (RSMA) software from UNH does not work in the Highway computer. They are looking for a version that will work in today’s machines.
The only requirement of the Road Committee is to have the Road Agent and one Selectmen present. No motion required.
Marcia Keller questioned the status of the Building Inspector, relating the Planning Board is responsible for the integrity of the Flood Plain Ordinance, and without a sitting Building Inspector in this town, we are in trouble. Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised she has checked with other towns, and one has part time, and one town has one on call. Jennifer Gilbert from the State of NH, was contacted by Cheryl Behr, Administrator who advised the town is not required to have a Building Inspector, but someone that can look at a Building Permit if it is in a flood zone, then the State Building Inspector can do the requirement or the Board of Selectmen can enforcer the requirement to build in a flood zone. Jennifer Gilbert forwarded the statement that FEMA required and it was handed out to the Selectmen.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
Accounts Payable and Payroll Manifests were reviewed and signed. Intent to cut was signed for Valente Map 6, Lot 6 and Barry Wheeler requested his intent be signed as well on Map 2, Lot 45.
Sanborn/Griggs property on East Main Street was brought up and the insert that was put in the Concord Monitor, and will be for four weeks was read by Cheryl Behr, Administrator. (Copy on File) The cost of this was stated as $1200.00.
BACC MEETING ON June 14th REPORTED ON:
Commissioners approval listed:
Jim Valiquet 1 year term
Margaret Raymond 2 year term
Will Hurley 3 year term
Bruce Edwards 2 year term
Bob Manchester 1 year term
Debbie Flinkstrom 3 year term
Karen Hambleton 1 year term
Motion was made by Jack Meaney to table voting as members should be a Bradford Resident per the RSA. Seconded by Harry Wright, Chair. Motion carried 3-0.
It was also stated that the Lease Negotiations are being worked on at this time.
Mold in Police Station reported:
It was stated that the investigation of the mold in the Police Station will be done at a cost of $2900.00 by H. L. Turner. Observation as well as samples will be taken.
Motion was made by Jack Meaney to pay for the investigation of the mold issue in the Police Department area, in the amount of $2900.00. Seconded by Barry Wheeler. Motion carried 3-0.
Bement Bridge update:
Harry Wright, Chair advised the Bement Bridge repair has been completed today and should be opened by the July 4th weekend. Dave Pickman question having speed bumps put on both ends of the bridge. Don Jackson and George Cilley were questioned as to a quote for repairing the roof. Dave Pickman advised there should be three bids requested and advertised in the paper. Cheryl Behr, Administrator will draft an RFP for the next Selectmen’s meeting.
Yellow House next to Community Center:
The Yellow house next to the Community Center which is going up for auction was discussed. Question was could this be a consideration for the town to own being close to the Community Center? Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised the town cannot buy property without the vote of the town or without a special warrant article that gives the Selectmen that authority.
Sidewalk Forum:
Discussion ensued regarding holding the upcoming Sidewalk Forum scheduled July 12, 2011 at the Community Center as opposed to the Highway Garage.
Motion was made by Harry Wright, Chair to hold the Sidewalk Forum at the Town Sheds on July 12, 2011 at 5:30pm. Seconded by Jack Meaney. Carried 3-0.
July 2nd Road Race update:
It was stated that the Road Race group now has an active Pay Pal account.
Culvert Repair on Oakdale Road:
It was stated that Bill Cote, LGC was contacted by the Road Agent in regard to getting the problem resolved. Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised letters are going out on June 22, 2011 to Oakdale Road residents advising what is happening. Jon Marden suggested giving people not yet at their summer residences’ time to respond. It was decided to give anyone two weeks to respond. Discussion ensued regarding contacts to Dig Safe and Public Utilities. Mark Goldberg, Fire Chief will work with Jeff Remillard, Road Agent on this project.
Cheryl Behr, Administrator advised the alarms will be tested next Wednesday, under the annual contract at $350.00 per year, per building.
Motion was made, seconded and carried to go into non-public meeting under RSA 91A:3IIc – personnel matters – staffing at 8:12pm.
Non-Public
No decisions made for personnel matters.
Motion was made by Jack Meaney and seconded by Barry Wheeler for Marge Cilley to continue being Secretary to the Selectmen for as long as there are funds available, using funds from the ZBA and Budget Committee Secretarial accounts. Motion carried 3-0.
Motion was made to close the non-public meeting at 9:12pm, seconded and carried 3-0.
Adjourned 9:12pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary