TOWN OF
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES OF MEETING
Present: Chuck
Graybill
J.R.
Swindlehurst, III
Steve
Kennedy
Janice
VandeBogart, Town Administrator
Steve indicated that a public hearing will be held on
Chuck is most concerned about excavators damaging the
road. Mike mentioned that the top coat will cost $12,000.
Steve wants to hold funds until spring.
Lou Costa indicated that the Association would like to
install 2 portable speed bumps due to their steep and curvy road, and that
there have been several near misses with children in that area. He mentioned that the Police Chief thinks it
is a good idea. Chuck wants to see a
memo from the Chief convincing him that it is a serious safety hazard, but
stressed that he is not in favor of it.
He does not want to set a precedent.
Steve asked if it was an Association issue or a Town issue. Lou C. feels it is both. Steve asked who will buy the speed bumps and
Lou indicated that the Association will buy and maintain them both at the beach
area. Steve expressed concern about
liability and that maybe a sign would serve the purpose.
Chuck indicated that the Board is requesting a traffic
survey of the beach area and that the road agent will go down to address the
low shoulders. Steve indicated that he
will try and get back to the Association by Nov. 1.
The next issue discussed was the millfoil
problem in the pond. Lou Deberio indicated that
samples of the water were brought to the State and that the State mapped out
the pond, at the State's expense, and treated the problem with a liquid. Lou D. advised that Ken Warren, of DES, is
his contact and is very knowledgeable and helpful. After treatment, the millfoil
was down but now it is back. He
described it as looking like Christmas garland and it grows 1"/day, 365
days per year.
Lou D. indicated that there is grant money available,
in which the State and Town each pay half of the cost. Lou D. feels that the Town will have more
clout in obtaining the grant money. He
brought in two videos and literature concerning millfoil. He mentioned that boats are spreading it from
lake to lake. He has located two
companies who can clean up the problem.
He collected signatures on a petition.
He indicated that other towns, including Moltonborough,
Steve offered to involve the Conservation Commission, who will
be asked to look at all the Town lakes.
It may be appropriate to bring the issue to Town Meeting and then pursue
the grant. He also mentioned the
possibility of motorized restrictions on the lake. He asked about possibly draining the
lake. Lou D. said the State wouldn't do
it because it was too clean and it would take several years to refill.
Jacques indicated that he has been to the Zoning Board
and that the Chans would like to construct a PRD with
11 lots on this scenic, class 6 road. What do they need to do? Chuck indicated that the ZBA wants a clear
cut clarification on what the Selectmen want.
Jacques mentioned that the road is partly a class 5 road. J.R. wants to do a sitewalk. Chuck reminded Jacques that the problem is
the corner where the road turns from a class 5 to a class 6 road and that
Jacques was supposed to get back to the Board informing them whether there is
any frontage to widen the road with, since there is a 200 foot bottleneck, and he hasn't seen it. Steve feels that we should preserve the
historical value of class 6 roads. Chuck reviewed the history of
adequacy/safety on certain roads, particularly with older roads. He would like to see historical values
honored, but not if it infringes on property owners' rights. Ken mentioned that two applications are going
to the Planning Board. Chuck stressed
that the Selectmen shouldn't have to answer to the ZBA. A discussion about current policy/procedures regarding
the ZBA and Planning Board took place.
Steve is scheduling a site walk on Tuesday at
Pam Milioto gave the
following contact information: Peter
Barstow,
Martha Rae notified the Board that the Town will take the property of
Gerald Upton, of
Steve motioned to refund $98.90 to the VandeBogarts, for overpayment made on their building
permit. J.R. seconded the motion. The motion carried.
Jan VandeBogart asked
permission to clear behind the salt shed.
This was okayed.
Steve motioned to authorize the closure of the account
for the reclamation bond for the former VandeBogart
sub-division for an amount to be determined by the bank ($2,500 plus
interest). J.R. seconded the
motion. The motion carried.
John Colter inquired about
the dumping of tires on
John Colter brought in a
written complaint against Woody Bowne (see
attached). Chuck feels that people can
walk around the Transfer Station. Steve said, that it
could be a distraction, however. Steve
will look into it.
Jan VandeBogart stated the he
felt that he should not have to ask permission every year from the Forrest
Committee to cut trees in order to get sand from the pit. Chuck says it is a courtesy. J.R. suggested telling the
Jan asked if he can get good sand delivered for the same price as the rocky sand at the Town Forrest, can he get it? It was agreed.
J.R. would like to see at least 10 hours of mowing per
week, to maximize the use of the rental equipment.
Jacques indicated the Commission would like to do more
for Halloween and would like to set up a Halloween decorating competition on
the Town Common, similar to what is done in New Boston, in which different
organizations enter and the Selectmen judge.
This was okayed, and it was agreed that the
Commission will work with Lori Davis, on this event.
Steve asked if there were scheduling problems at the
gym. Jean would like the Rec Commission to handle the scheduling.
Jacques indicated that the Commission would like to
plant a Christmas tree on the common.
The Board directed him to check with Donna Dunn for a good location.
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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