TOWN OF TUFTONBORO

MEETING OF THE SELECTMEN

Monday March 20, 2006

*Accepted* 3-27-06

Selectmen present: Chip Albee, Susan Weeks and Bill Stockman.

Selectmen reviewed mail, which included: Electrical Permit for Boston YMCA; Response from Avitar re: BTLA Review Report; Letter from Planning Board Chairman re: recommendations for appointments to Planning Board; Pike Industries notice of price increases; Letter from Evan Boris re: letter to BTLA; BTLA notice of receipt of Boris letter; NHDHHS Health Officer and Deputy Health Officer Nomination Forms; NH Civil Engineer; NHMA Urgent Alert re: HB1236; Judd Gregg Office Hours in Tuftonboro 3/30/2006; EPA Environmental News.

Minutes: The Selectmen’s meeting minutes of 3/14/06 were approved.

Items for Signature: Letter to H. E. Bergeron; Abatement Recommendation for NHEC; Abatement Recommendation for Laurie McLaughlin; Compensation Authorization.

At approximately 9:00 Selectmen met with Town Counsel Tim Sullivan and Tammy and Daniel Sinapius to close on the purchase of the property abutting the Town Office.

At approximately 9:05 Selectmen elected William Albee as Chairman of the Board of Selectmen.

Selectman Weeks suggested having a meeting with the Library because it appeared at town meeting that there seems to be some confusion or difference of opinion on the proposed expansion. The amendment to the warrant article came as a surprise to the Selectmen.

At approximately 9:10 Selectmen met with Tony Lyon Planning Board Chairman. Mr. Lyon offered a recommendation to appoint Ted Wright to replace John Cook who resigned from the board effective 3/31/06. Mr. Lyon felt that Mr. Wright, former member and current Codes Enforcement Officer, had the experience and knowledge that the board was looking for. Members Dan Derby and Rick Friend were also in attendance and spoke in favor of the appointment. Chairman Albee asked if there was a conflict with Mr. Wright also being on the Conservation Commission. Selectman Weeks said that it was not a conflict and Mr. Lyon said it would be helpful with communication between the two boards. Mr. Lyon also recommended Michael Abraham be appointed as an alternate to the board. Chairman Albee made a motion to appoint Ted Wright to the Planning Board as a full member and appoint Michael Abraham as an alternate to the Board. Seconded by Selectman Stockman with all in favor. Mr. Wright’s term to expire in 2007 and Mr. Abraham in 2009. Mr. Lyon is looking for additional alternates as the board can have up to three.

Mr. Lyon gave an update on the progress of the Master Plan project - Chapter 3 – Community - is just about done, Chapter 4 – Resources – has been submitted by consultant Joanna Whitcomb and Chapter 5 – Infrastructure - is still being worked on. The project is on schedule to be completed by the fall with the Plan to be published by year-end. Mr. Lyon said it was his hope to have achievable goals as was put forth in the prior Master Plan done in 1984.

Selectman reviewed the draft of a letter to Bergeron and decided to replace the second paragraph. It will be presented for signature next week.

The Employee Compensation List, as approved at Town Meeting, was signed by the Selectmen.

Selectmen reviewed Avitar’s recommendation on the abatement submitted by NH Electric Coop. The Selectmen accepted the recommendation and denied the abatement.

The Selectmen signed the MS-2 Report of Appropriations Actually Voted.

Selectman Weeks reported that she had researched the question of “green area” referenced in the 1970’s Tupeck subdivision, which is now owned by Laurie McLaughlin. This area is to remain as it is and is not buildable as per the agreement with the Town. The abatement will be given back to Avitar for review.

At approximately 9:30 Selectmen met with Fire Chief Adam Thompson. Chief Thompson reported 56 fire, 24 medical and 11 service calls to date. The Chief has also been working with the Pine View Lodge to determine capacity and the types of lighting and alarms they will need for the small restaurant they will be opening shortly. The daytime burn at 123 Middle Road was permitted because of the work being done on the site.

Chairman Albee said he had spoken with Jay Poulin about his concerns regarding the Transfer Station project and it has been resolved. All new material will be used and the pitch of the roof has been determined.

Selectman Weeks made a motion to award the Transfer Station Renovation contract to the lowest bidder, Kimball’s Lumber Center. Seconded by Selectman Stockman with all in favor.

Selectman Stockman reported that he found it was less expensive to remove the chimney on the Town House and that it was not original to the building. The Selectmen voted to approve the removal of the chimney.

The Selectmen discussed the Cheney Easement. Selectman Weeks would like additional time to reread the document. A copy of the most current easement held by Selectman Stockman was given to the other Selectman. Chairman Albee will contact Attorney Ryan and wants to move on it next week. Selectman Stockman faxed a copy to Ann Hackl Conservation Chair. Copies will be mailed to Wayne Cheney and Brenda Schultz, owners of the property.

Selectman Weeks said she has not had a chance to do anything about the Town Administrator but she has put a call into Joe Lessard of MRI.

The Selectmen discussed several pieces of property as possible sites for the Public Safety building. They decided to meet Wednesday at 8 am to walk the Gould and Vedrani properties. The ideal minimum size is 4-5 acres.

At approximately 9:50 Selectman Weeks made a motion to go into non-public session pursuant to RSA 91-A: 3 II (c) to discuss several personnel issues. Selectman Stockman seconded the motion. Roll call: Chairman Albee – yes, Selectman Weeks – yes, Selectman Stockman – yes.

The public meeting was adjourned at 9:50.

Respectfully Submitted,

Carolyn Sundquist

Administrative Assistant