TOWN OF DUNBARTON

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

MINUTES OF MEETING

APRIL 3, 2003

Present: Chuck Graybill, Chair

J.R. Swindlehurst III

Steve Kennedy

Janice VandeBogart, Town Administrator

7:00 p.m., Other Business:

Steve mentioned that he had a phone conversation with Mr. Gleason, regarding the disposal of the trash he collects from Hopkinton, and has learned that the State Supreme Court ruled that the trash collected by a commercial hauler belongs to hauler, once in his possession. J.R. read an ordinance from the 1987 Town Report that prohibits trash from outside the municipality from being disposed of at the Dunbarton Transfer Station without prior written permission. J.R. talked to Woody about the possible use of color-coded bags.

Janice presented auditors' releases to the Board for their signatures.

7:20 p.m., Martha Rae, re: lien searches

As a result of the Board's request that Martha not use the Town's attorney to conduct lien searches, she came in with a recommendation that she use Goulet Computer Consultants. Martha indicated that she checked references with the surrounding towns, all of which were satisfactory to above average. The $13/parcel cost was reasonable and the detailed report the company will provide was favorable. Steve made a motion to allow Martha to enter into the agreement with Goulet Computer Consultants, which was seconded by Chuck. J.R. abstained. The motion carried.

7:25 p.m., Re-appointments:

Motions were made and carried on the following re-appointments:

Zoning Board: J.R. motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint John Trottier for a three year term. The motion carried. Chuck motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint John Herlihy for a three year term and to appoint Scott Ives as an alternate for a three year term. J.R. opposed this motion. The motion carried.

Planning Board: Chuck motioned, which was seconded by J.R., to appoint Steve Kennedy as the Selectmen's Rep. for a one year term. Steve abstained. The motion carried. J.R. motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint Ken Swayze, Brian Nordle, and Alison Vallieres (secretary) for three year terms. The motion carried.

A discussion regarding the responsibilities and how many alternate members of the Planning Board are necessary took place.

Historical Awareness: J.R,. motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint Rebecca Rolke, Thomas Hathcoat, Deborah Jore, and Ken Swayze for three year terms. The motion carried.

7:45 p.m. John Swindlehurst, II, re: Board of Assessors

John came in, at Tim Terragni's request, to set up a meeting between the Board of Assessors, the Selectmen and Donald Philbrook, a Legislator who is an expert on current use. John will set up a meeting during the afternoon.

Re-appointments continued:

Conservation Commission: J.R. motioned, which was seconded by Chuck, to appoint Matthew Lavey for a three year term. The motion carried.

Emergency Management: J.R. motioned, which was seconded by Chuck, to appoint Jon Wiggin as Director for a one year term. The motion carried.

Town Forest Committee: Chuck motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint John Swindlehurst, II for a three year term. J.R. abstained. The motion carried.

Kuncanowet Town Forest and Conservation Area Commission: J.R. motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint Chuck Graybill for a three year term. Chuck abstained. The motion carried.

Dunbarton Center Building Committe: Steve motioned, which was seconded by Chuck, to appoint Dan Gobin, Nancy Lang, Chuck Graybill, Jeff Trexler, Carl Metzger, David Nault, Lori Davis, Judy Petersen and Dan Dalpra for three year terms. The motion carried.

Concord Regional Solid Waste Regional Recycling Cooperative: Chuck motioned, which was seconded by Steve, to appoint John Swindlehurst, II, to a one year term. J.R. abstained. The motion carried.

Highway Safety: Steve motioned, which was seconded by Chuck, to appoint John Swindlehurst, III, Jeff Nelson, Jan Vandebogart. Sr. and Jon Wiggin for three year terms. J.R. abstained. The motion carried.

Assistant Building Inspectors: J.R. motioned, which was seconded by Chuck, to appoint Harvey Provencher and John Turner for one year terms. The motion carried.

8:13 p.m. Other Business:

Janice mentioned that she received an inquiry concerning a proposed subdivision on a scenic class 6 road. She suggested that he come in to see the Board but, as of yet, an appointment has not been made. Janice also mentioned that Jan Vandebogart would like the road to be paved.

8:14 p.m. Chuck motioned, which was seconded by J.R., to go into non-public session, pursuant to RSA 91-A:3;II(b) to discuss a personnel matter. The motion carried.

8:40 p.m. Chuck motioned, which was seconded by J.R., to end non-public session. The motion carried.

8:41 p.m. Building Inspector job posting:

Steve motioned, which was seconded by J.R., to post the Building Inspector/Health Officer/Code Enforcer job opportunity, pursuant to the Town's personnel policy for two days, and to close the opening seven days after the final day of posting. The motion carried.

9:10 p.m. Steve motioned to adjourn, which was seconded by J.R. The motion carried.

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Chuck Graybill, Chairman

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J.R. Swindlehurst, III, Selectman

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Steve Kennedy, Selectman

Respectfully Submitted,

Joanne Johnson