Minutes of Selectmen's Meeting
July 31, 2002
SCHEDULE:
The meeting was called to order by at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Buker. Selectmen Lamothe and Knapton were present along with Herb Hansen, Highway Foreman William Goss, Villager reporter Lloyd Henderson and Business Administrator James Coffey.
7:05 p.m. Mr. Goss explained that he had looked at School Street, Center Road and Cooledge Road and that he recommends that we do not take these roads from the State. This recommendation is based on present condition and repairs the State DOT has informed us that they will be doing. Mr. Goss also stated that the portions of the old Routes 202/9 should be acceptable. These also have some repairs planned. Selectman Lamothe suggested we send the State a list of things needed to be done in order for the Board to accept School Street, Center Road and Cooledge Road. After a discussion it was left that the Business Administrator would send a letter to the Commissioner of Transportation rejecting the three roads, but leaving open the opportunity for negotiation.
Mr. Goss also informed the Board that Old Henniker Street would be paved next week.
7:32 p.m. Scott Murdough came in to ask about the dirt road extension of Blair Avenue. The Selectmen informed Mr. Murdough that there is no record of the Town ever laying out the road and that it is a private drive, owned by Mr. Parker.
7:45 p.m. Herb Hansen suggested to the Board that the junction of Route 31 (North), 2ND NH Turnpike, and Route 9 will be very dangerous after the By-Pass is opened. After a brief discussion Mr. Hansen stated that he will contact Commissioner Murray.
APPROVED AND/OR SIGNED
Payroll Voucher #s [31]
Expense Voucher [18]
Minutes of July 24, 2002
Minutes of non-public session on July 24 for recreation personnel matter
Minutes of non-public session to review Fire Department Oral Board
Assessing contract with Nyberg, Purvis & Associates
Assessing software agreement with Avitar Associates
Letter to the Washington Board of Selectmen
Letter to Tax Collector authorizing the removal of Philip L. Howard from a lien recorded at the Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds since he is not an owner of the property.
Permit # Name Location Description Est. value Recommendation
02099BP Curtis Richmond 20 Ellen Brook Rd. residence $80,000 Approval
02100BP Brian Brick 259 Sleeper Rd. barn $10,000 Approval
NEW BUSINESS:
The building permit listed below was denied because it included a mobile home in a zoning district in which they are not allowed.
02098BP James Gervais 42 Hill St. residence & temp trlr $65,000 See memorandum.
Selectman Knapton brought up the subject of people going to the Swap Shop and the Recycling Facility and loading up stuff for sale downtown or for a local auction business. The Board agreed the idea of the swap shop was not to have the items there for resale but for people having a need for the item. There was a discussion but it was difficult to find a way to eliminate the problem and no action was taken at this time.
Selectman Knapton also commended Hillsboro Ford for their new flag.
A letter from the DES addressing floor drains and vehicle washing was read. Jim Coffey will look into the impact on our operations. Mr. Goss has reported that his floor drains are sealed but a holding tank will be needed in the future.
The Board approved a request from the Business Administrator to define the encroachment area grant to the Town by the DES at the stone bridge located at Route 9/202, and to erect a sign announcing the future park and grant information. A letter of approval from DOT for the project in folder. Total cost of the project is $137,000 with a local share of $27,400. (FY2006)
A letter of approval from DOT for the Central Square Enhancements Project was also received. Total project cost is $237,000 with a local share of $47,000. (FY 2004)
The Board reviewed a letter from DES concerning final landfill closure Design Report.
Selectman Lamothe suggested that a letter be sent to Henniker Rescue for the use of one of their ambulances while ours was being repaired.
OLD BUSINESS:
The Board approved the removal of a portable sign in the right-of-way of Wall Street at the junction of West Main Street after a one week notice to the owner.
The Board also confirmed their meeting with a representative from the NHMA at the Fire Station on Monday, August 5, at 4:00 p.m., for a photo with the ladder truck. The Board will also meet at 5:00 p.m., at the Town Office to interview two candidates for the Firefighter/EMS position.
REPORTS:
Items in the agenda were reviewed.
Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
James Coffey
Business Administrator
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