NEWBURY BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 23, 2009 MEETING
Selectmen: James Powell, Richard Wright and Gary Budd.
Town Personnel: Dennis Pavlicek, Town Administrator; Henry Thomas, Fire Chief; Deborah Bacon, Recorder.
Public: June Fichter
The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m.
PUBLIC INPUT: June Fichter presented to the Board a press release draft regarding the Shoreland Impact Permit issued to Fish and Game and the appeals filed against the permit. A discussion was held to determine if more needed to be done to ensure that the Governor and the public are well informed of the impact that this project would have on the Town of Newbury and Lake Sunapee. Richard Wright acknowledged that the direct parties involved are all aware of the conflict that this project will present, as well as the importance of noting the responsibilities of DRED and Fish & Game separately.
James Powell recommended inviting Executive Councilor Shea to attend a meeting to address the concerns of the Selectmen and townspeople on this matter. Pavlicek offered to invite Shea to one of the next upcoming meetings, and Wright also suggested the possibility of extending the invitation to holding a Governor’s meeting in Newbury so that the matter could be appropriately addressed. It was concluded that Pavlicek would follow through and arrange the invitations.
June Fichter stated that it had been suggested to her that the LSPA talk at one of the Sullivan County's Fish and Game meetings and asked if the Selectmen know of any of the individual members to contact. She also questioned if this would be beneficial or accepted by the Fish and Game members. After a brief discussion, Wright recommended that Fish and Game be contacted to ask for the names of local Fish and Game Club officers for June Fichter to move forward with the suggestion.
Powell, Wright and Budd all expressed approval of the press release for publication.
NEW BUSINESS:
Pavlicek presented a fraud policy for the Board to sign and enact. The policy will be distributed to all town employees.
Three options were discussed regarding the police cruiser – municipal financing
1. a purchase order for a trade-in
2. keep and maintain the existing vehicle
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3. replacing the vehicle at full price
It was determined that the most beneficial and cost effective solution was the first, to trade in the vehicle.
Pavlicek stated that the bridge work currently planned for Village and Sutton Roads may be part of the stimulus package. There will be an informational meeting held on March 23rd regarding these bridges. Budd, Wright and Powell all want to stress the importance of a temporary bridge for the Sutton Road location as opposed to a detour which has been recommended. A long detour is of great concern especially for safety services.
Pavlicek read a letter from the local brownies troop requesting a cookie sale at the transfer station on March 7th. The Board approved this request.
A letter from the New Hampshire the Beautiful was read to the Board. The selectmen agreed to take part in the "Litter Free NH Program". Participating towns would receive either a free Elm Tree or Daffodil Bulbs. It was agreed that late spring or early summer was the best time, and that the town would like to choose the Elm Tree donation.
A letter from DES concerning the 2009 Summer Beach Program was read. There were several free signs that were given including: No Life Guard on Duty, Swim at Your Own Risk, Nearest Public Phone (location).
Discussion took place regarding the Old Home Day fireworks. Powell suggested that we consider approaching individuals as well as business for funding these events, and also mentioned an anonymous suggestion that was made to him for placing a manned donation bucket at these events to help raise funds. Wright also stated that perhaps Atlas could provide us with a banner.
A few events and locations were discussed for this years Old Home Day for some of the groups to participate, and it was determined that the town offices was the best location due to parking and crowd control.
A pre-application was prepared and given to DES for possible stimulus funding regarding the Blodgett Wastewater Treatment Plant.
A letter of update was received by the town from "Clean Air Cool Planet" since Newbury was one of the towns which formed an energy committee to participate.
Powell inquired of Hank Thomas the general overall status of the Fire Department. Thomas stated that all is going well including training. He has a new person starting training, and now has three individuals on EMT.
The Board brought up the topic of temporary business signs. The new regulations are in the process of being reviewed by the Planning Board.
Wright reviewed the status of Fishersfield projects including a fence, a gate with lock on the eastern end, a wall be constructed by the road crew in the back field to separate the ball field from the garden area, spreading compost to open the Community Gardens, a granite step be
placed at the back porch, stonework for end supports, work on the roadway including a gate or chain, removal of hemlocks that are falling over in back of the tennis court and suggested they could be used on the covered bridge. Thomas asked about a plaque for the covered bridge.
Thomas expressed a need for a small amount of granite to be used at the information booth, and Wright offered to work in conjunction with him to provide the needed materials and labor.
A wetlands permit for a new dock was received and is good for five years if the Board determines to proceed with the project.
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There is the possibility of receiving funds from DES for the purchase of diesel generators at Blodgett Sewer.
Pavlicek asked for a representative to attend the NHMA meeting on March 2nd and Powell agreed to attend this meeting.
Pavlicek also stated that next week notices would be sent to abutters of the bridges.
Powell brought up the Planning Board is planning to revoke the subdivision of Angel Hawk since they have received no response from the owner. The Board is planning to start the revocation if there is no response within a week.
REGULAR BUSINESS:
PAYROLL & ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: Week ending February 21, 2009 were approved and signed.
MINUTES: Minutes of February 9, 2009 were approved to file.
ABATEMENTS/REFUNDS/EXEMPTIONS: None
CURRENT USE: One current use application for a property on Old Post Road was
reviewed and approved.
MEETING ADJOURNED at 8:00 p.m.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: Monday, March 9, 2009 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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