TOWN OF KENSINGTON
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
KENSINGTON TOWN HALL
MEETING MINUTES FOR AUGUST 25, 2008
Approved September 8, 2008
Meeting called to order at 7:30pm -- Stefanie Johnstone, Rich Powers and Mike Motherway were in attendance.
Road Manager - Dave Buxton gave an update on the road reconstruction for Hilliard and Trundle Bed Roads. The work on each road’s intersection is to try to slow traffic in those areas for safety. After some discussion of snowplowing for the winter months, Rich Powers made a motion to renew the contract for Chris Batchelder, seconded by Michael Motherway with all in favor. Dave B explained how smooth things have been going for the last couple of winters and communication is strong. Dave B is getting prices for sand for the winter – salt price has already been locked in.
Police Department - A motion was made by Richard Powers/ to appoint Scott Sanders part-time officer at will, seconded by Michael Motherway with all in favor. Also, a motion made to sign the paperwork after the meeting was made by Richard Powers, seconded by Michael Motherway with all in favor. A bill was added to the Town’s bills for Capt. O’Sullivan for his NH Bar fee which needed to be paid in a timely manner. A motion was made by SJ, seconded by RP with all in favor. Chief explained the new cruiser would be picked up in a few days and he would need to sign paperwork so Richard Powers made a motion to allow that, Michael Motherway seconded with all in favor. Chief let us know that an emergency drill for the power plant would take place in Town on August 27th. He did not believe it would interfere with the first day of school and an officer would still be at the school.
Assessing Office – Betty Willoughby and Gary Roberge from Avitar were at the meeting to explain the progress of the Town wide revaluation this year. A letter will be going out to all households to let them know of the new values and of a website where they can view their property cards. Also, if any would like to review their assessment they will be able to schedule a time to meet at Town Hall -- those dates are still to be determined.
Recreation Committee – Mary Jane Solomon was at the meeting and submitted a letter (which is on file at Town Hall for review) to let the Board of Selectmen know she will be finishing her term on the Sawyer/Kensington Trust (Oct 2008) and does not wish to renew her appointment. This will give the Town adequate time to review the situation, discuss with relevant parties and any interested residents in the appointment should contact a Selectmen for further information. Stefanie Johnstone thanked Mary Jane for her honest comments and the time she has spent on the Board.
Boiler Replacement – need to get estimates/bid to determine best course of action.
Town Hall walkway and handicap entrance – Lynne Monroe was at the meeting and the Historical Society commented that the best surface for the front walkway is concrete. It will blend into the atmosphere of the front of Town Hall the best. The subcontractor will be contacted to determine a price for the concrete walk and find out if they are still able to perform the work.
Bills – Michael Motherway made a motion to approve bills with the additions that were made, Richard Powers seconded with all in favor.
A motion was made by Richard Powers to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Michael Motherway with all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Stefanie Johnstone
Board of Selectmen, Chairman