TOWN OF BRADFORD
SELECTMEN’S MINUTES
MAY 5, 2014
5:30PM
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Call to Order and Roll Call:
John Pfeifle, Chair called the meeting to order at 5:30pm with Harry Wright, Sonny Harris, Marilyn Gordon, Treasurer, Cheryl Behr, Administrator and Marge Cilley, Secretary present.
Marlene Freyler:
Marlene Freyler questioned the Selectmen what is happening with the THRC and Bruss Construction at this time. John Pfeifle replied that the shingles do need to be put on the roof of the Town Hall. There is no conjecture at this time per John Pfeifle. The money that was paid out for the THRC was for contracted work for Bruss Construction and Scully Associates. Any plans and anything concerning THRC will be made available. The heat that was left on all winter, at a low temperature, in the town hall was to help preserve the building.
Question was if the Selectmen could give a monthly accounting of how money is being spent from the Town Hall repair fund. This was agreed, it could be done.
Denise Renk:
Denise Renk came before the Selectmen regarding several complaints of barking dogs from her property, and she understands, she should have been present for that to happen. Denise also inquired if they are going to ignore the right to farm law? After considerable conversation, a letter was read into the minutes by Cheryl Behr that is to be forwarded to Denise Renk stating the Town Attorney’s opinion regarding this topic. Denise Renk stated that the burden of proof is on the person that is saying the dog barking is a nuisance. Conversation ensued and the Selectmen advised the letter that will be forwarded to Ms. Renk needs a response back to the Selectmen before further action will be discussed.. John Pfeifle responded that the Selectmen are taking a position for the town, not for the Board.
Mission Statement for Revitalization Committee:
No Mission Statement was prepared by the Selectmen, resulting in the Committee coming up with their own. Several ideas were presented for them to consider regarding areas of possibility in town.
Town Hall Restoration Committee:
No one from the Town Hall Restoration Committee appeared.
Status of July 4th activities:
Sonny Harris advised Perry Teele will put up the flags for the 4th of July, however will not be involved further than that.
John Pfeifle will contact John Mock for further information regarding the 4th of July celebration.
Highway Department:
Barry Wheeler, Road Agent reported he has locked in fuel price at $3.48/gallon for off road diesel for a year.
Two different citizens thanked the Highway Department for doing a good clean up job from the winter sand, as well as keeping the road safe during the winter.
FEMA Money – State portion for 2010-2013:
The Federal Government pays 75% and the State pays 12.5%. of FEMA money. The amount for the town of Bradford is $24,800, and this will be paid over a period of time. Since 2010, the State has withheld payments per Cheryl Behr.
Sidewalk Review by Mike Croteau and Barry Wheeler, Road Agent:
Cheryl Behr stated that she had forwarded a letter to Mike Croteau, Kleinfelder , Senior Project Engineer and noticed J. Parker & Daughter who installed the sidewalks regarding the problems noticed this winter which should be rectified prior to the warrantee expiration which comes up soon. This is the sidewalk separating from the curbing.
Masons Lodge in Warner:
The Mason’s Lodge in Warner has offered the Town of Bradford 50 chairs that they will no longer need and also offered to deliver them. This will be accepted, and a Thank You letter will be forwarded to them.
Code Enforcement Violations:
Several letters were signed by the Selectmen for Code Enforcement violations. The list of violations was provided to the Selectmen by Walter Royal, the Code Enforcement Officer.
John Pfeifle reiterated the status of the proposed covered bridge to Breezy Hill Road off Route 103 as requested by a resident.
George Cilley questioned if the portable electronic sign could be set near the covered bridge on Center Road stating the Weight Limit as heavy trucks have been noted using it.
Accounts Payable and Payroll Manifests were reviewed and signed.
Discussion regarding any stipulations regarding the use of Brown Shattuck Field was brought up. The deed from Martha Cilley did not have any restrictions. It was brought up that Stan Brown could have made some restrictions in memory of family members, and this will be checked out. John Pfeifle will contact a family member to further check this out.
Review and Consideration of April 28, 2014 minutes:
Motion was made by Sonny Harris to approve the minutes of April 28, 2014, with the following edit. Page 3, three lines up from the bottom should read: William C. Heselton, not Walter. Seconded by Harry Wright. Motion carried 3-0.
Motion was made to go into Non- Pubic Session at 6:35pm per RSA 91-A:3IId (property/negotiations) by John Pfeifle. Seconded by Sonny Harris.
John Pfeifle YES Sonny Harris YES Harry Wright YES
Motion carried 3-0.
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley
Secretary