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July 19th, 2010
Carroll Board of Selectmen
Meeting Minutes
July 12, 2010
"These minutes of the Town of Carroll Select Board have been recorded by its Secretary. Though believed to be accurate and correct they are subject to additions, deletions and corrections by the Select Board at its next meeting when the Board votes its final approval of the minutes. They are being made available at this time to conform to the requirements of New Hampshire RSA 91-A:2."
Minutes recorded by Maryclare H. Quigley
Board members present: Chris Hancock, Bonnie Moroney, Mark Catalano.
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 PM by Chairman Hancock.
Members of the public present: Judy Gooden, Mike Gooden, Ann Fabrizio, Roberta McGee, Bill Dowling, Linda Dowling, Tom Gately, Carmine Fabrizio, Lori Hogan, Coleton Hogan, Frank Maturo, Evan Karpf, Jim Covey, Joan Karpf, Kelly Trammell, Herb McGee, Michelle MacCorison, Patrick MacCorison, Andrew Martel, Barbara Martel, Chuck Jellison, John Trammell, Ken Mills, Bill Smalley
Pledge of Allegiance
Andrew Martel began the meeting saying he wanted to honor a young man who had helped the town get ready for Memorial Day by working with him putting new flags on all the veterans’ graves in all the cemeteries. In addition, he helped with the parade on Memorial Day. Mr. Martel then read the Certificate of Honor which he presented to Coleton Hogan with sincere thanks. Mr. Martel said Mr. Hogan’s volunteerism is a great example to the young people in town and shows how they can be involved. Mr. Martel also carried the thanks of Whitefield American Legion Post Commander Nathan Smith, who was unable to attend, due to another meeting. At this point, Chairman Hancock read a letter of thanks from the Board of Selectmen to Mr. Hogan, and made a Motion that: The Select Board sign the letter. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion passed unanimously. The audience applauded Mr. Hogan’s recognition.
Chairman Hancock read the following statement: “This meeting is being taped by a private citizen. It is not done under the auspices of the town and is not an official record of the Town.”
The board announced the approval of bills and signing of checks.
Chairman Hancock brought up the minutes of June 28. The Secretary said she had a correction in the discussion of the water line on Twin View Drive. Chief Duncan said he had asked “about the town’s responsibility ending 10 feet from the hydrant and the homeowner’s responsibility to cross the right-of-way for installation” NOT said it was that. Therefore Chairman Hancock made a Motion to: Accept the minutes for June 28, 2010, as corrected. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion was approved.
Chairman Hancock next read the Carroll Water Works Rules & Regulations amendment the Board had approved at its previous meeting. Article 6 – Payment for Services “K. Any property owners using a well as a primary source of water shall be exempt from curb stop billing due to illegality of using two water sources,” and explained this is based on state law. Chairman Hancock then made a Motion to: Sign Amendment K. Selectman Moroney seconded and it passed unanimously.
Chairman Hancock called for John D’Urso who was next on the agenda but he was not in attendance.
Selectman Catalano and Jim Covey spoke about the Cog Railway cars and verified that that the length is about 75 feet and that the highest point is the smokestack at a little over 13 feet. The varying heights were discussed due to the different cars – coach, engine, and coal tender. Evan Karpf said he contacted Edith Tucker and they are just waiting for dates. It was decided they would try for Saturday, July 17, and if they can’t get it in the paper for this week, to go for the following week. The location was brought up and Mr. Covey said he had originally been informed of the two water lines in the area, only one was live. However, Scott Sonia enlisted help from Bethlehem Water Dept. with their equipment, and it was discovered that both lines are live. Mr. Covey said he had called the State about the town buying a little land so the display could be moved down the hill a bit. He asked that things be held off until he can get more information from the State.
Lori Hogan spoke on behalf of the Budget Committee. They have developed a survey and will be sending it to as many taxpayers as possible and the point of it is to help the Committee determine how to look at the next budget season. Mrs. Hogan asked that they please be completed and returned – they have a Post Office box just for the returns or for any who wish to return them in person, there will be a locked box in the Town Hall.
The following items were approved and signed:
Certificate of Occupancy – Birchwood Commons, Room #10
Town Hall Use Permit Application – Mills
Water Warrant – Poggas
Water Penalty Warrant – Various
Current Use Warrant -- Perlmutter
Under Other Business: Chairman Hancock read a letter from Gregory Robinson, owner of the KOA campground on Route 115, complimenting Scott Sonia, Superintendent of the Carroll Water Works. Mr. Robinson explained they had a major, very difficult to detect, water leak just before the July Fourth Holiday and Mr. Sonia worked very hard for many hours to locate it. Because of Mr. Sonia’s persistence, they were able to make the repair and there were no ill effects of the leak over this very busy time.
Chairman Hancock also read thank you letters from American Red Cross, Ammonoosuc Community Health Services and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children. These are for the donations approved at voting in March.
The Selectmen had requested information on a new air conditioner for the Library. Greg Hogan did research at Home Depot and Lowe’s which was submitted for review. A brief discussion took place regarding the two window units, 15,000 and 18,000 BTU’s and one wall mount with an outside compressor, which was specified as one to look at. The latter unit, at $1,053 sale price, even though a very good price was too high at this time. The remaining units were comparable in all areas and the Home Depot models at $349.00 and $359.10 were less than the Lowe’s models at $399.00 and $449.00. Chairman Hancock made a Motion to: Purchase an air conditioner at Home Depot with first choice being the 18,000 BTU Model and the second choice being the 15,000 BTU model. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion passed unanimously. Though discussion began regarding the so-called “bid room” at Home Depot, it was noted these would not qualify as the prices are too low to begin with.
The Secretary said Bill Dowling had been in with a request for permission to purchase two signs to “Keep Off” the loading dock at the Transfer Station. It was stated these were in the vicinity of $200 each, but Mr. Dowling said that was the combined price. Chairman Hancock made a Motion to: Purchase the signs for the loading dock at the Transfer Station. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion passed unanimously.
The Secretary said Bill Rines had also been in regarding the storage shed at the Highway Garage, just to the right after entering the driveway. Apparently it was the warming hut for the old ice skating rink that used to be there. The building needs to be torn down and Mr. Rines said for approximately $3,000 he could have a trailer delivered to the location. Bill Dowling said he can apply for a grant for a trailer for about $1,500 and get up to half off. This can be placed anywhere for storage or any use. The Secretary will ask Mr. Rines to speak with Mr. Dowling about this.
The Secretary gave a letter to the Board to review. Town Counsel, Jae Whitelaw, said they should be asked if they would prefer to discuss it in non-public session. After reading the letter, Chairman Hancock made a Motion to: Discuss the letter in non-public session. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion passed unanimously.
Likewise, another letter was handed to the Board to review. After reading it, Chairman Hancock made a Motion to: Discuss the second letter in non-public session. Selectman Moroney seconded and it passed unanimously.
Michelle MacCorison said she’d like to discuss ways of making the Fourth of July more fun and asked to be on the agenda for the next meeting.
Chuck Jellison asked if anyone had a definitive answer on the Rines pit. It was explained that the town went to court several weeks ago as they were trying to force the Board of Selectmen to sign the Intent to Excavate presented in May and the Judge found in favor of the town. Mr. Jellison said several trucks had gone out of the pit today so he was wondering what was going on. He said he understands there are legalities and he’ll come back in two weeks when there may be something then.
Evan Karpf said earlier in the month the swimming area had been tested and there were high E Coli counts. It has since been drained and refilled and the numbers are well below acceptable levels. This will be tested again later on.
Evan Karpf told the Board the town needs a representative for the cable company. Dale Shakespeare had been the rep but there has been no one since Mr. Shakespeare passed away suddenly a year ago. Dr. Karpf said he would like the Board of Selectmen to appoint him as he is a member of the Chamber and this is where the need originated. The motels pay a set fee for each of their rooms each month and bringing back a rep may be a negotiating tool to bring prices down. It was stated that everybody’s cable fees increased that it’s not just the lodging industry. Jim Covey said his fees went from $6 to $16 in the past eight years and that it is totally arbitrary the way it is done. It was suggested that perhaps rather than one person, there be a board as that may be more advantageous. Bill Dowling said by law every town may have a representative. He has a copy of the contract and though it is not up for three years, now is the time to plan. Mr. Dowling said raises must be in the contract, and if they are not, they should not be raising the prices. It was suggested to have a five person board and the company will have to listen when they come in to negotiate. Lori Hogan said Jeff Duncan may have been part of negotiations in the past and it was clarified that he had been involved with the changeover for the telephones. Andy Martel agreed with a board rather than one person as it would be more encompassing. Mrs. Hogan suggested before appointing anyone, to put feelers out to find out if there are people interested in being on it. It was suggested notices could be posted at the Fire Station and the Town Hall and perhaps other place around town, for a five-person board who would work at negotiating cable rates and services.
Bill Dowling said the flyers are out for the household hazardous waste collection and there will be an ad in the paper by August 1st. The collection will take place at the Transfer Station on Saturday, August 14.
Lori Hogan thanked all for the newly finished bathrooms at the Recreation Area. She said they are very, very nice and urged people to go over and see all the improvements at the area. Mrs. Hogan also thanked the Road crew for all of their efforts in redoing the bathrooms as well as the work in the general area.
As there was no further business, Chairman Hancock moved to go into Non-Public Session for personnel matters, town aid and legal matters at 8:03 p.m. The Board was polled and went into Non-Public Session.
At the close of Non-Public Session, Chairman Hancock moved to return to Public Session and seal the minutes from Non-Public Session. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion passed unanimously.
There being no further business, Chairman Hancock made a Motion to: Adjourn the meeting. Selectman Moroney seconded and the Motion passed unanimously. Chairman Hancock declared the meeting ended at 9:41 p.m. The next meeting will be Monday, July 19, 2010.