NEWBURY BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES OF JUNE 2, 2008 MEETING
Selectmen: James Powell, Richard Wright, Gary Budd
Town Personnel: Dennis Pavlicek, Town Administrator; Donna Long, Admin
Public: Mike Vignale, Randy Collins
The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m.
PUBLIC INPUT: None
APPOINTMENTS:
Mike Vignale and Randy Collins from KV Partners addressed the Board in regard to the Sidewalk Project. Collins mentioned that he had been in contact with Mary Reynolds from NH DRED Forests Division. After several conversations with Mary, it was decided on which plantings would work best for this project. Collins reviewed the plans for the entire project. He stated that they took the following issues into consideration with the plantings: salt tolerance, zoning of plants, and planting heights. There was a discussion on the area by the parking lot. Wright said that he would prefer day lilies to be planted in this area. Powell suggested bark mulch. Powell also asked about the granite curbing and whether it would
survive a winter of plowing. Vignale said that it will be 12” under ground and 6” above ground and it will be a vertical granite curb that he believes will survive the winter months. The Board agreed on the proposed plan for the sidewalk area.
NEW BUSINESS:
Pavlicek read a letter from Mr. & Mrs. Schroeder requesting that under no circumstances are crews that are doing work to the bridge to go on their property. Pavlicek also sent along this letter to the engineers on the project.
A letter from Gloria Whelen was read by Pavlicek asking for permission to sell 50/50 raffle tickets for the Center Meeting House project. The Board unanimously voted to allow the raffles to take place.
Pavlicek read an invitation from the South Newbury Union Church to take part in this year’s 4th of July parade at 10:00 a.m. All kids are invited to play music, and decorate their bikes, wagons, etc. for the parade. The church also asked if one of the Selectmen would be able to play Uncle Sam in the parade. Gary Budd agreed to dress as Uncle Sam.
Pavlicek reported that the Town had locked in it’s oil price with Irving for $4.53/gallon and $2.49/gallon for propane.
Wright said he would like the town to be proactive in coming up with a strategic plan for an emergency in Newbury, especially due to rising oil costs. He would like to have a plan in place and check on people who might be at risk of not having enough heat throughout the winter. He would like to see one meeting decided what to do in case of an emergency and a second meeting to check on progress. A meeting in mid to late July will be scheduled.
Pavlicek read two resignation letters from the Emergency Management Director, Paul Groulx, and his assistant, Judy Fech. The Board unanimously voted to appoint Wayne Whitford as the new Emergency Management Director, Pavlicek was appointed Deputy Emergency Management Director and Deputy Health Officer.
Pavlicek reported that the cost to put in a phone line at Fishersfield Recreation Area will be $390. The Board unanimously approved the installation of a telephone line.
Pavlicek read a letter from Kara Obey requesting permission to create a memorial bench for two brothers that used to vacation at Blodgett’s Landing. Nathan Hardy (age 29) lost his life while serving overseas and his younger brother Joshua passed away from a brain tumor a few years back. The bench is planned to be located near the spiritualist monument on town owned property. The Select Board agreed to grant permission for this memorial bench.
Pavlicek reported that Town Property Feasibility Committee has been created. Members of this committee will include: James Powell, Richard Wright, Gary Budd, Dennis Pavlicek, Police Chief Bob Lee, Fire Chief Hank Thomas, Pat Sherman and Brian Bostic.
Pavlicek stated that there will be a tree donated from the Liberty Elm Research Institute that will be planted at Fishersfield Park in memory of Del Harris.
Pavlicek read an email from realtor Elliot Hanson with an offer on the Old Highway Garage. The Board voted to decline the offer.
Pavlicek reported that the amount quoted to bring in materials for Velie Playground was $6500. The Board agreed to the purchase. The date of the delivery of bark mulch is scheduled for June 12. The Velie group is looking for volunteers to help spread the material on the weekend of June 14 & 15.
Pavlicek said that he and Budd had interviewed several candidates for the Transfer Station and made a selection. The new employee started last Wednesday and will work a 40 hour work week. The Board and Pavlicek agreed to spend some time at the Transfer Station.
Pavlicek reported that he would like to hire a temporary employee while one of the office’s full time employees will be out 6 to 8 weeks on medical leave. The Board agreed to the hiring of a temporary part time employee.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
PAYROLL & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: Week ending May 31, 2008 were approved and signed.
MINUTES: Minutes of May 19, 2008 were approved to file.
INTENT TO CUT: None
ABATEMENTS/REFUNDS/EXEMPTIONS: Seven abatements were reviewed. An
abatement for Jack & Lori Ward, Map/Lot #007-228-290, was granted. An abatement for
Great Island Realty Trust, Map/Lot #016-761-212, was granted. An abatement for Robert
Mills, Map/Lot # 017-631-289 was denied. An abatement for Harvey & Nancy Cohen,
Map/lot #017-587-218, was denied. An abatement for Higgins Revocable Trust, Map/lot
#016-266-310 was granted. An abatement for Birch Bluff, Map/lots #019-054-086 and 019-
056-105, was denied. An abatement for Haven and Patricia Knight, Map/lot #019-694-499
was granted. An exemption for the John Hayes Estate, Map/Lot # 018-232-347 was
approved.
SIGN PERMIT: One temporary sign permit was put on hold so further research could be
done regarding the grandfathered status.
TIMBER TAX LEVY: None
CURRENT USE: None
MEETING ADJOURNED at 8:15 p.m.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, June 16, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Office.
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James M. Powell Richard Wright Gary Budd
NEWBURY BOARD OF SELECTMEN
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