TOWN OF DUNBARTON

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

MINUTES OF MEETING

June 20, 2002

Present:          Chuck Graybill, Chair

                        Les Hammond

                        Janice VandeBogart, Town Administrator

7:00 p.m.  Ken Swayze and Jim Marcou, re: Planning Board issues.

The above  came in to discuss the proposed subdivision on Everett Road and the developer's sudden reluctance to go ahead with the project.  Jim would like to hold a scheduled meeting with the Board of Selectmen prior to every meeting of the Planning Board to discuss issues.  It was agreed that Jim would attend the Thurs. Board of Selectmen meeting prior to the Planning Board meeting.

Chuck reviewed conversations he has had with Town Counsel, and indicated that the Town wants past liability coverage, not future.  Chuck asked Lisa (Town Counsel) if she advised  Mr. Weston what his  liability would be if he cancels the negotiation.  Lisa indicated that she did advise him.  Chuck indicated that Mr. Weston said today that he wants out of the project totally.

Jim feels that the Planning Board hasn't been kept up to date.  Chuck feels that he caused Fred Weston's decision - due to the salt contamination issue.  Chuck indicated that he made a motion at the Planning Board meeting to table this issue for 30 days to allow time to think everything through.

Ken indicated that plans brought before the Planning Board will be made available to the public at the Town Offices.

Jim indicated that he feels the Town's boards and departments should be a unified group.

Ken questioned why the Building Inspector doesn't attend to Planning Board meetings anymore.  A discussion about that issue took place.

7:30 p.m. Conservation Commission, Larry Cook and Brett St. Clair, re: Nassikas closing

Brett indicated that the Commission is expected to be just a couple of thousand dollars short of needed monies.  Les mentioned a possibility that the Town Forest Committee could lend the Commission the difference.

Brett is hoping to reduce the NH Business Profits tax of 8 1/2% to include just the land around the house and the house because this is the only income producing part of the property.

Chuck asked how the Commission will get the funds from L Chip and Forest Legacy in time for the closing.  Larry indicated that a trust has been set up and the funds will be wired from the latter and received via check for the former.   All monies collected goes to the Conservation Fund.  The tentative closing date is July 10, and the Selectmen need to be present.  Brett asked the Board to confirm that date.

Brett reviewed the steps to be followed for the closing (see attachment).  Brett asked about liability insurance for directors and officers.  Les indicated that the Selectmen are covered.  Brett is going to confirm that the Board will be covered as officers of the corporation to be set up.  Brett indicated that the corporation won't be dissolved for a couple of months.

Brett raised the question about the current tenant on the property.  He would like to keep him there for the time being.  Chuck would look to the Commission for direction on what to do with the building.

Larry indicated that some items have been donated and Les called Donna Dunn to see if she would auction them off on Old Home Day, with the proceeds earmarked to the Commission.  Donna agreed to this.

8:20 p.m. Lori Davis, applicant for Transfer Station

Lori indicated that there was only one adult candidate, Gerard LeMoine, and she wishes to hire him.

8:25 p.m.  Other Business:

Janice asked whether the Board had considered Rick Antonia's suggestion for an expandable culvert.  The selectmen were  not in favor of going with this method.  The Road Agent  will come in and discuss when the project will start.  A letter to Mr. Antonia thanking him for his input will be mailed.

Janice indicated that the maps have been printed and will arrive next week.  The soil testing for Merrimack County has not been completed yet.

Janice indicated that Donna Dunn has requested law books for the auction.

Janice indicated that the line of credit from Citizens Bank was decreased because the Bank felt $150,000 was all the Town would need.  The Bank is requiring a certified copy of the minutes.

Les motioned to appoint the following to the Salt Shed Committee, with a term to expire in 3/03: Richard Gerdes, John Colter, Eric Hodgman, Jan W. VandeBogart, Sr., and Les Hammond.  Chuck seconded the motion.  The motion carried.

Chuck discussed the warranty deed on 18 acres on Everett Rd., whether it should be Conservation Commission or Town Forest Committee.  He will ask J.R. his preference.  Chuck reviewed the Everett Rd. plan and indicated that Don Mayo disagrees with the road concept as designed.

Janice mentioned that the Ethics Committee needs a new member since Bruce Mathews is moving to Concord.

8:55 p.m.  Chuck motioned, which was seconded by Les, to adjourn the meeting.  The motion carried.

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Chuck Graybill, Chairman

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Les Hammond, Selectman

Respectfully Submitted:

Joanne Johnson