TOWN OF ALLENSTOWN
SELECTMEN'S OFFICE
10 SCHOOL STREET
ALLENSTOWN, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03275
SELECTMEN'S PUBLIC MINUTES 4/12/2004
The meeting was opened by Arthur G. Houle, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen at 7:02 PM.
Roll call: Sandra A. McKenney, present
Peter A. Viar, present
Arthur G.Houle, present
David M. Jodoin, present
OLD BUSINESS
A motion was made by Sandra McKenney, seconded by Peter A. Viar, to accept the minutes of 4/5/2004, Selectmen's meeting. Motion passed.
The scheduled person on the agenda was not present.
Sandra McKenney mentioned that the pictures of the ARD Art students were in the Banner this week to show their pictures they drew of different Town buildings.
Copies will be posted at Town Hall.
Peter Viar questioned a purchase order from the Fire Department regarding a repeater for the Tower. Discussion ensued stating this was money carried over from a warrant article in 2003 for Highway Communication Equipment.
David stated that the assessment ratio for 2003 is 92.5%.
The Selectmen met with Christine Biron who would like to be the Deputy Treasurer, when the Treasurer is unavailable. The Treasurer will work with her to teach her the fundamentals of the position. The Selectmen signed a Certificate of Appointment.
OLD BUSINESS
The Selectmen reviewed a letter received from the Building Inspector, Monica Nann-Smith regarding her new hours.
Monday 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Selectman Houle mentioned that the law says you have to take a 1/2 hour break for every 5 hours worked. David will re-work the schedule with the Inspector to insure compliance with labor laws.
The Pembroke Selectmen would like to meet on May 17th at 6:30 PM with the Allenstown Selectmen to discuss any mutual concerns of the Towns.
The Selectmen received a letter from Meg Baker from the Department of Revenue Administration regarding the Allenstown Meeting House Trust.
The warrant article does not list the Selectmen as agents to expend. The Selectmen will need to make themselves agents next year, via a warrant article.
Armand Verville sent a note to the Selectmen stating the double decker bridge will probably be completed 1st. There is a meeting on Wednesday, May 5th, at the Pembroke Town Hall at 6:30 PM to discuss the Route 3 Design.
Sandra McKenney stated that Senate bill 343 passed, regarding ATVs at Bear Brook State Park.
David stated that the Selectmen will meet on 4/19 to discuss the new contract with Comcast.
The Zoning Board will meet April 13th, to discuss the McNamara's Landing project.
Peter Viar discussed the Zoning changes that were recently passed in March.
Peter wanted to know if the Assessing Clerk is making lot changes. Selectman Houle stated that changes will be made, as needed. There are no changes being made within the office. David will contact the Attorney regarding the warrant article for 5 acre lots for clarification.
A letter of resignation from Jim Rodger was read. Mr. Rodger stated in his letter that he will no longer be on the Planning Board as a volunteer member because one of the Selectmen, Sandra McKenney did not sign his appointment. A motion was made by Sandra McKenney, seconded by Peter Viar to accept the resignation. Motion passed.
Chairperson Houle stated that the two new alternates should get some training on the Planning Board before being moved up to full-time members.
The Planning Board received a letter from Jim Rodger who would like to be the Clerk to the Planning Board @ $12.00 an hour, which would be charged to the
Secretary line of $4,500.00. Mr. Rodger stated in the letter that his wages would not exceed that amount.
The Planning Board tabled the request until the next meeting. Tom Gilligan is the Chairperson and Bob Lee is the Vice-Chairman of the Planning Board. Debbie Lee will do minutes for now. Selectman Houle mentioned that all Board secretaries get $10.00 an hour.
Chairperson Houle stated that the Conceptual design and review for the Ferry Street campground passed. Mr. Christie, the owner, has received approval from the Department of Environmental Services as well as shoreline protection approval. The next step is the site plan review. Laura Bonk of the Conservation Commission attended the Planning Board meeting with concerns over land conservation.
A motion was made by Sandra McKenney, seconded by Peter Viar, to go into non-public session, according to RSA 91-A, III 2 C. Roll call vote:
Sandra McKenney, yes; Peter Viar, yes; Arthur Houle, yes. Motion passed.
The Public meeting resumed at 8:32 PM.
A motion was made by Sandra McKenney, seconded by Peter Viar, to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 8:33 PM.
ARTHUR G. HOULE, CHAIRPERSON
SANDRA A.MCKENNEY SELECTPERSON
PETER A. VIAR, SELECTMAN