TOWN OF ALLENSTOWN

SELECTMEN'S OFFICE

16 School Street

ALLENSTOWN, NH 03275






SELECTMEN'S PUBLIC MEETING 02/27/06


Sandra A. McKenney, Chairperson for the Board of Selectmen, opened the meeting at 7:05 p.m. Present at the meeting: Sandra A. McKenney, Thomas R. Gilligan, Selectman, Peter A Viar, Selectman: Kelley Collins, Administrative Assistant. Present in the audience Roland Martel, Ben Fontaine





175 Birthday Celebration


Roland Martel and Ben Fontaine met with the Board to discuss the Town's 175th birthday celebration. Kelley informed the Board that in order for this event to be insured it needs to be a town sponsored event. Peter would like a written statement from Local Government Center Property Liability Trust outlining what they need for the Town's insurance to cover this event.



OLD BUSINESS:



CTAP


Tom informed the Board that Jim Rodger would like to be considered for the CTAP committee as a Planning Board representative. The Board would like Jim to attend the next CTAP meeting and get a feel for what is going to be required. The Board needs to be kept informed of all updates immediately following meetings.



Health Officer


Board reviewed and discussed the Health Officer appointment.

Peter made a motion to appoint Chief McGongile as Health Officer. Seconded by Tom, vote:Tom-yes; Peter- yes; Sandy-no. Peter made a motion to appoint Valerie Merrill as Deputy Health Officer Tom seconded, Vote: 3-0. Sted Holton had approached Peter about his interest in serving as Health Officer. Peter suggested reaching out to Mr. Holton, re: his interest. If he is not interested perhaps Joyce Welch would serve as a Deputy.



NEW BUSINESS:


Welfare Officer


Peter Viar made a motion to accept Marcella Hinkell's resignation as Welfare Director effective 2/24/06. Seconded by Tom.

Peter made a motion to appoint Diane Demers as acting Welfare Director. Seconded by Tom, motion passed 3-0.








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Abatement


Peter Viar made a motion to abate $1727.55 in land use change tax. Seconded by Tom. Motion passed 3-0

ZBA Variance


The Board reviewed and discussed the ZBA variance denial on Kimberly Lane.


Non-Public Session:


Peter made a motion, seconded by Tom to go into non-public session per RSA 91-A: 3 II (d) at 8:10 PM. Roll call vote, Peter yes, Tom yes, Sandy yes; Motion passed. 3-0

Peter made a motion to leave non-public session at 8:28 p.m. Tom seconded. Roll call vote: Tom yes, Peter yes, Sandy yes.


Roof Repairs


Board discussed the roof repairs to the Fire Station. Sandy asked why we need three quotes for Town Hall roof vs. one to fix the Fire Station. Peter & Tom both felt strongly that it is the difference between a $300 - $500 emergency repair & a $30K new roof.


Recreation Field


Kelley discussed with the Board the possibility of adopting local health codes. Board also discussed application for use of the field. This came up as part of discussion about a group using the recreation fileds and serving food. The Police Chief, James McGongile, who is also serving as Health Officer is working on health codes.


Receiving Information


Board discussed getting information from the AA to the BOS.


Commendation Letters


Sandy asked the Board why they are signing letters for retiring school employees and that Town employees are never recognized for any type of service, other than Henriette Girard retiring from the town. Tom stated that if Sandy wants to sign the letters of commendation then she should, if not then she shouldn't.


Signs


Sandy stated that two signs will be placed on the double decker bridge one on the North side and the other on the South side. Sandy will be getting copies of the signs verbiage for review.



Shelter


On Saturday, February 18, the emergency shelter was opened due to power outage that affected about 1/2 the Town. Red Cross, Town officials and volunteers were called in. Sandy stated that Captain Mullholland would like to have a meeting to discuss how things went and any improvements that could be made. The Board supported a critique of the shelter opening.





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Building Committee


Kelley asked the Board for guidelines on setting the next meeting. Kelley will inform the other members of the date for the meeting.


Web Page


Sandy asked Peter how the web page is coming. Peter stated the web page is being updated.


Cameras


Sandy asked Peter if he was able to find a source for additional cameras for Town Hall. His source doesn't have any right now but Peter will stay in touch with him.


Memo


Kelley will be sending out a memo in regards to times sheets.


Minutes


Peter made a motion to accept the minutes of 02/13/06. Seconded by Tom, motion passed. 3-0


Non Public:


Peter made a motion, seconded by Tom to go into non-public session per RSA 91-A: 3 II (a) at 9:07 p.m. Roll call vote, Peter yes, Tom yes, Sandy yes; Motion passed. 3-0

Tom Gilligan made a motion to leave Non-Public session & seal the minutes at 10:20 p.m. Seconded by Peter Viar. Roll call vote, Tom-yes; Peter-yes; Sandy-yes.




Tom made a motion, seconded by Peter to adjourn the meeting at 10:33 P.M. Motion passed.





SANDRA A. McKENNEY, CHAIRPERSON





PETER A. VIAR, SELECTMAN




THOMAS R. GILLIGAN, SELECTMAN