TOWN OF KENSINGTON
BOARD OF SELECTMEN
MEETING MINUTES
January 25, 2010
Approved 2/8/10
In attendance: Michael Motherway, Richard Powers and Russell Perry. Called to order at 7:30 pm.
CITIZEN’S FORUM –
Bob Long, 4 French’s Lane, presented a letter authorizing Norman Giroux, 8 Weare Road, and either himself or Greg Lefebvre, 4 Weare Road, to speak on behalf of the Kensington Place Development. They will be a conduit for the town to work through to decide where the funds obtained from the bond company, Sovereign Bank and other means can be applied.
Dick Welsh asked if the town could sand for the Legion as their current vendor has doubled the cost to $200. David Buxton explained that with budget cuts it would be difficult, but they could try. Selectmen will check with counsel regarding liability issues, etc.
DEPARTMENT HEADS:
Fire Department – Chief LeBlanc presented a letter from Jones and Beach Engineering requesting his sign off on the cistern, which he said is working as planned, so he’s signed. When the town takes over, however, it will need to be locked.
He’ll be holding a meeting at 7:30 pm at the Fire Station with the ambulance billing company. Richard Powers agreed to attend.
He also addressed the problem of personnel spending sizeable amounts of money out of pocket and having to wait to be reimbursed. He’s looked into the possibility of obtaining a department credit card and will do some more research.
Road Manager – David Buxton reported the light at the shed stays on as the sensors are no longer working. He is having Jim Boyd look at it but it may need to be replaced.
Richard Powers explained that he had looked at the Kensington Place drainage and some water is flowing into the pond but some is also flowing the other way. Dave said he thought they might get it to work if they raised the end, but it would need to be raised several feet. They agreed to continue to monitor.
Police Department – Chief Wayne Sheehan presented some revenue from accidents and requested a discussion regarding the parking once the building is finished. He will be participating in a fund raiser for CHaD (Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth).
Recreation Department – Kay Cardoni asked about the capacity of the Grange Hall for the February Father/Daughter Dance. Chief LeBlanc responded that it’s 75 people seated and 150 people standing. Since the dance will probably be a mix of both, the maximum would be 100. Kay will let everyone know as they will need to restrict the number of tickets.
With regard to activities at the school, such as basketball and dodge ball, enrollment has been low. They will try to increase advertising. The Rec will be holding a sledding, cross country skiing, hot cocoa day, etc. soon. They are planning for summer camp and will need a camp director.
OLD BUSINESS:
Employee Handbook – Russell Perry will continue reviewing.
Town Park – Michael Motherway explained that two grants had been applied for and granted by the NH Dept of Agriculture IPM Program: 1) Adopt an Organic Field for $4,893 for the park and 2) Turf Care for $4,999 at town hall, etc., has been renewed. They’re scheduled to have 50 to 100 adult volunteers from Timberland come to the park and work with the elementary school children the day before Earth Day. They are hoping to have a good community turn out. They still need organic fertilizer donations, there is a potential grant for more equipment and 700 lbs. of seed is to be donated.
Town Hall – Offices have been moved downstairs. Chief LeBlanc will conduct an inspection. He also suggested once all is done that a lock box be installed.
Next Meeting Date – February 8, 2010
Any other business brought before the Board
David Buxton explained there has been a request to have the Grange Hall shoveled, but his department is not able to do this. Following discussion it was agreed to contact the school to see if their janitors could since the Grange is the emergency building for the school. Also ask if the times for the Deliberative Session for the school at 6:00 pm and the town at 7:30 pm can be put on the sign in front of the school for residents.
Executive Session – RSA 91-A:3, II(a) – personnel – Michael Motherway moved to go into non-public session at 8:40 pm, seconded by Russell Perry with Motherway, Powers and Perry voting in favor. A personnel issue was discussed and Michael Motherway to seal the minutes for one year, seconded by Russell Perry with Motherway, Powers and Perry voting in favor. Michael Motherway moved to end non-public session and return to public session at 8:55 pm, seconded by Russell Perry with Motherway, Powers and Perry voting in favor.
A resident of Kady Lane asked what the town’s position is in regard to the logging proposed to be done. He is concerned about damage to the road. Selectmen explained that there is a weight restriction that must be adhered to and suggested he contact the Police Department if the weight appeared to exceed it.
Approval of
· January 11, 2009 Board minutes,
· Dec. 14 & 29, 2009, Jan 4 & 7, 2010 budget work session minutes
· Dec. 30, 2009 Kensington Place minutes
· Jan 18, 2010 warrant article work session
Michael Motherway moved to approve the minutes as listed, seconded by Russell Perry with all in favor.
Russell Perry moved to adjourn at 9:35 pm, seconded by Rich Powers with all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Denise Gregson
Administrative Assistant