Selectmen’s Minutes 02.23.15

February 24, 2015 Camila Devlin Minutes, Select Board 0

Board of Selectmen Meeting

February 23, 2015

 

Pledge of Allegiance

Meeting called to order at 5:30pm

Roll Call- John Pfeifle, Chairman; Sonny Harris, Selectman; Harry Wright, Selectman

Appearances

  1. Resident Mike Gadoury was present to discuss a letter he received from the town regarding snow build-up on Class V Seasonal, Blaisdell Lake Rd. He explained that he has been following the snow removal direction he was given 20+ yrs ago from the Road Agent. Selectmen asked if he could use his loader to occasionally remove snow build-up. He agreed and requested it in writing.
  2. Tim Wallace has been supervising timber sale for Estate of Patricia Hall Property. Requested permission to continue using Naughton Property for log landing site through the winter period. Gave assurances that the property will be left in excellent condition. Selectmen agreed.
  3. THRC- recommends Burrington Builders proposal for demo at Town Hall. Anticipated costs: Phase 1- $2,500, Phase 2- $18,900. THRC suggests Phase 1 be done ASAP to allow architect to continue work to assess structural situation in the bldg in an effort to answer questions that may arise at Town Meeting.
  • Discussion had re: effects of shutting off electricity. Fire Chief volunteered to meet with electrician to discuss options and will contact town offices if issues arise.
  • Motion made that any anonymous donations directed to THRC will be sent to Rural Heritage Connection. Vote passed 3-0.
  • Motion made to accept proposal for Phase 1 when it is presented. Vote passed 3-0.

Regular Business

  1. Construction Management Contract for Breezy Hill Rd signed. Includes oversight, subcontractors for geotechnical material testing, state required QA steel fabrication inspection and environmental consultant. Cost total within budget at $198,566.84.
  2. Rescue Fast Squad vehicle is fully operational
  3. Intent to Cut signed for Map 3-8 and Map 17-18
  4. Letter signed by Selectmen regarding plowing issue.
  5. Parking arrangements for Town Meeting discussed. Pick-up will begin at 9:00am. Pick-up locations will be Main St & 103 parking lot, post office and elementary school. Only handicapped parking will be available at meeting site.

Pending Issues

  1. Autocraft- forwarded to town attorney for action
  2. Failed septic system on Route 114
  3. Shed unlawfully built on Center Rd
  4. Questionable effluent N side of Old Warner Rd

Accounts Payable and Payroll Manifest reviewed and signed.

Minutes of February 17, 2015 meeting were reviewed and accepted as presented. Meeting ended at 6:20pm.

Minutes amended 3/4/15 

Minutes amended 3/10/15