TOWN OF ALLENSTOWN

SELECTMEN’S OFFICE

16 SCHOOL STREET

ALLENSTOWN, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03275

SELECTMEN’S PUBLIC MEETING 3/25/2002

Benjamin E. Fontaine, Jr., Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, opened the meeting at 7:02 PM. Present were Benjamin E. Fontaine, Jr., Arthur G. Houle, Sandra A. McKenney, Selectmen; David M. Jodoin, Administrative Assistant, Jim Rodger, Jim Boisvert, James McGonigle, Police Chief; Albert Dionne, Fire Chief; Wayne and Karen Antosh, Lissa Dorfman, Building Inspector.

The Selectmen met with the State Representatives Deanna Rush, Gabby Daneault, and Frank Davis and citizens Carol and Roland Martel, Claudette and Armand Verville, and Judy Silva to discuss the proposed expansion of ATV trails at Bear Brook State Park. Deanna reported that the State is aware of our concerns and there is no public hearing currently in place. Deanna suggests inviting DRED to enlighten us as to where do we go from here? We should also contact Senator Barnes and make him aware of our concerns.

The Selectmen will discuss the issue as a Board.

The Selectmen met with Wayne and Karen Antosh regarding the house number for their home on River Road. Mr. and Mrs. Antosh’s number is 40 but there is a 40 A and 40 C . People looking for 40 C go to 40 to ask for directions all the time. (Mr. Antosh’s language was embarrassing to the transcriptionist to listen to) Chairman Fontaine reminded Mr. Antosh he would be removed if he kept using foul language. It looks like all the numbers on that side of the street will have to be changed. The Chairman told Mr. and Mrs. Antosh something will definitely be done and they will be contacted.

The Selectmen met with the Department Heads to discuss concerns, problems and requests.

Jim Boisvert mentioned a problem on Granite Street regarding paving and the possibility that some shrubs would need to be removed from someone’s residence. He also mentioned the possibility of a new building for the Highway Department and the Police Department on Granite Street. He also mentioned the paving bids which are due April 8^th.

Police Chief Jim McGonigle mentioned there is a need for 2 policemen. Officer Huard is doing K-3 visitation program at Allenstown Elementary School replacing Officer Stacey McGonigle and Sgt. Mulholland was working with the upper grades. He also mentioned the cruiser that was in an accident and it is not known if the cruiser has structural damage.

Lissa Dorfman, the Building Inspector, reported she has some zoning violations regarding junk vehicles and she is getting rid of them.

Lissa will contact Attorney Bedard regarding the White Rabbit and safety for people living in the area.

Lissa is busy with permits for decks, sheds, and renovations. She is also available to help on Planning issues when Jim Rodger is not available.

Jim Rodger of the Planning Board mentioned that the Board will start getting busy again. On April 1^st, there will be a workshop. He is still receiving phone calls at home and he does not always get the messages so we, at Town Hall, will take down names, telephone numbers, and reason for calling and give a message to Jim. Lissa and Henriette will give out applications if necessary.

Jim Boisvert mentioned there is a meeting on the 27^th regarding the bridge on Main Street. He will be attending.

David Jodoin presented a letter to be reviewed by the Board regarding Mr.Lavire’s mailbox being broken by the Town plow. Jimmy will look into it and replace it as soon as possible.

On motion of Sandra A. McKenney, seconded by Arthur G. Houle, the resignation of Marcel Lascelle from the Planning Board was regretfully accepted unanimously.

Chairman Fontaine opened the bids for the demolition of the old fire station.

Danley Demolition, bid of $15,000

Kidder Wrecking, bid of $12,550

NH Demolition, bid of $10,500

On motion of Sandra A. McKenney, seconded by Arthur G. Houle, the bid of $10,500 from NH Demolition was accepted unanimously, pending their certificate of insurance.

Sandra A. McKenney mentioned that Dan Silva and Keith Lambert will be honored at NH Hero Night for work at the White Rabbit fire. Selectman Houle will attend.

On motion of Sandra A. McKenney, seconded by Arthur G. Houle, $25 will be donated to St. John the Baptist Cemetery Trust Fund in memory of Armand (Tom) Martel, past Selectman of Pembroke.

Chairman Fontaine will call Mark Durgin regarding Conservation Commission mail and Board members.

The Selectmen signed checks. It was noted that the Recreation center volunteers are not covered by our liability insurance. Also, a commissioner for the Parks and Rec. must be a resident of the Town.

On motion of Sandra A. McKenney, seconded by Arthur G. Houle, the minutes of March 18, 2002 were accepted as read. Vote was unanimous.

On motion of Sandra A. McKenney, seconded by Arthur G. Houle, the Board went into non-public meeting at 10:03 PM.

The public meeting was re-opened at 10:50 PM. The board signed certificates of appointment for the following: Cheryl Thayer   full-time zoning       4/1/2005

                                      Henriette Girard      Dep. Tax Collector   4/1/2003

                                      James Rodger         Dept. Building Insp  4/1/2003

                                      Rick Gendreau        Planning Board       4/1/2005

                                      Albert Dionne         Fire Chief               4/1/2005

On motion of Sandra A. McKenney, seconded by Arthur G. Houle, the meeting adjourned at 10:52 PM.

APPROVED:

BENJAMIN E. FONTAINE, JR. CHAIRMAN                                                                                               

ARTHUR G. HOULE, SELECTMAN      

SANDRA A. MCKENNEY, SELECTMAN