September 24, 2007

Approved October 8, 2007

In attendance: Richard Powers, Stefanie Johnstone and Michael Motherway. Meeting called to order at 7:35 pm.

DEPARTMENT HEADS:

Building Inspector – Bill Grant presented two building permits: 1) Binette, 6 Stumpfield Road, for a barn; and 2) Town Park, Trundle Bed Lane for a concession stand and sheds. Stefanie Johnstone moved to approve the two building permits as presented, seconded by Michael Motherway with all in favor. Mr. Grant explained that a warrant article would be required for the town to adopt an amendment per Office of State Fire Marshall. The Department of Revenue Administration will be consulted for correct wording.

Road Manager – David Buxton explained that they would be disposing of some of the older park equipment and demolishing the old salt shed. Denise will check with Chief LeBlanc to see if the fire department would be interested in burning it.

OLD BUSINESS:

Mosquito Control – The Selectmen discussed the continuing warm weather and the potential for continuing mosquito activity. Denise will contact the current vendor and ask if the areas previously sprayed should be sprayed again.

Town Park – Suitable materials for replacement equipment were discussed: wood was considered to be aesthetically pleasing but potentially splintery and high maintenance; metal is low maintenance and long wearing but lacks give; and plastic or composite is also low maintenance, long wearing, and giving, but potentially slippery. Members agreed to continue working with the Recreation Committee to research available products for suitability. Chief Sheehan will be asked to confer with John Bell regarding additional means of securing the entrance to the town park, including the possible posting of signs.

Debco Realty Trust – Michael Motherway moved to accept the extension agreement, seconded by Richard Powers with all in favor.

Logging – Cottage Road – The Board discussed the information obtained from the New Hampshire Municipal Association legal department and the Department of Revenue Administration and agreed that an Intent to Cut did not appear to be required.

OTHER BUSINESS:

Non-Disclosure Agreement – Verizon 911-contact revision and Bureau of Emergency Communications – signed by Chairman Powers.

NH Modular Code – Adopt amendment per Office of State Fire Marshall-previously discussed.

Intent to Cut – Town Park – signed.

Tape machine – The Board authorized purchase of a replacement unit.

Approval of September 10, 2007 meeting minutes – Stefanie Johnstone explained that it was Chief LeBlanc who had expressed concerns to her about the four houses at Hudson Heights. Michael Motherway moved to approve the minutes of September 10, 2007 as amended, seconded by Stefanie Johnstone with all in favor.

Bills were signed. Stefanie Johnstone moved to adjourn at 9:27 pm, seconded by Michael Motherway with all in favor.

Respectfully submitted,

Denise Gregson

Administrative Assistant