Selectboard Meeting

June 4, 2001

 

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Attending the meeting: Lynn Gardner, Andrea Morgante, Jon Trefry, Randy Volk, John Guttler, Jeanne Wilson, Mike Anthony, Rocky Martin, Faith Ingulsrud, Roger Kohn, Ted Bloomhardt, Brian Duerr, Chris Applin, Rich Farley, Stuart Pierson

 

Meeting called to order at 7:02 p.m.

 

Lynn asked for public comment on the proposal to remove the “No Parking” signs on Rt 116.  Roger stated he felt there would be visibility issues with allowing parking and could be a safety issue.  Lynn stated that parking along the road can tend to slow traffic through the village.

Ted felt we should allow parking but need to design the village to allow it to be done safely.

Andrea pointed out that by asking the State to remove the signs it may get the traffic calming project moving along.

                       

Hinesburg Planning Commission / Discussion of a Development Review Board

Ted stated the Planning Commission has been working on this idea for some time now and the goal is to have more time for the PC to do planning.  It would also be an easier process for the applicant to before one board an not have to present their project twice.  This will greatly expand the duties of the Zoning Board.

Lynn asked if these would be elected positions - Ted said they would be appointed by the Selectboard and to date the mix of appointed board members with differing views works well.  It was agreed to set up a joint meeting of the Selectboard and PC to work on the make up of the boards and wording of the resolution.  The Selectboard will then hold a Public Hearing on the resolution.

Randy expressed concern that years down the road it may be difficult to keep the regulatory knowledge the PC members now possess from dealing with regulations themselves. 

This can be addressed by the make up of the boards.

 

Update on Leavensworth Road Bridge - Rocky reported that Parent Construction started work last week and should be finished this week.  He checked with the State  regarding funding and this must go through the mitigation process which addressed chronic problems.  He will apply with the chronic road flooding issue.

 

Pricing for All Season Dump and Snow Removal Equipment

      Michael has sent out a request for prices for the all season dump body and snow removal equipment.  He has received the following prices:

     

            HP Fairfield - $43,150

            Hill & Martin - $37,708

            VT Municipal – $37,853

     

            Randy moved that, based on the recommendation of the Road Commissioner, the Board vote to accept the bid of $37,708 from Hill & Martin for the all season dump and snow removal equipment. Second by John and approved.

 

 

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Buried Utility Permit / Haulenbeek on Baldwin Road

      The existing bedrock water supply well serving the Baldwin farmhouse is contaminated with gasoline, and a replacement bedrock well will be drilled on the East side of Baldwin Road on land owned by the Baldwin Farm.  A buried utility permit is needed to place the water line and electrical cable from the proposed well beneath Baldwin Road to the Baldwin farmhouse.  Because Baldwin Road recently underwent reconstruction, including the placement of fabric, Michael would rather they bore under the road, this will be done under Michael’s supervision and the fabric will need to be replaced.

     

      Andrea moved that the Board vote to approve the buried utility permit of Andrea Haulenbeek for Baldwin Road as outlined in the permit dated 5/31/01.  Second by Jon and approved.

           

Other Business

      Approve Warrants: John moved that the Board approve the warrants for bills payable as presented by the Town Treasurer.  Second by Andrea and approved.

     

      Preliminary Discussion of Changes to Water/Wastewater Ordinance - The Board will hold a Public Hearing  on ordinance changes to reflect owner billing as well as ability to put a lien on the property.

     

      Warrant to Kill Unlicensed Dogs / Randy moved that the Board vote to approve the Chairman to sign the Warrant to Kill Unlicensed Dogs, as presented by the Town Clerk on June 4, 2001.  Second by Andrea and approved.

     

      Request for Use of Town Hall for July 4th Book Sale / Carpenter Carse Library

      Earla Sue McNaull contacted the Town regarding the July 4th Book Sale.  They are requesting permission to bring books in on Friday, June 29th, sort books on Saturday, June 30th, and then leave them in the hall until the sale on July 4th.  This does not conflict with any other Town Hall use.

      Andrea moved that the Board vote to approve the request by the Carpenter Carse Library for use of the Town Hall from June 29th to July 4th for the annual July 4th Book Sale.  Second by John and approved.

     

      Easement Deed / Duerr on Route 116

      Bud received the first draft of the easement deed last Thursday from Brian Duerr’s attorney.  Bud faxed a few minor changes to the attorney and is awaiting the final draft.   In light of the time constraints, Bud suggested that the Board pass a resolution authorizing Bud to sign the final easement deed when received.

      Chris Applin stated that based on the measurements the property extends past the hedge line - the Board noted that the boundry line is not changed but an easement created.

 

      Andrea moved that the Board vote to authorize Town Agent Bud Allen to sign the easement deed for pedestrian and vehicular ingress and egress and parking to Brian Duerr for access to his property located at 10805 Route 116 (Grand List Lot Number 20-50-33), on the Town’s behalf.  Second by Jon and approved.

              

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      Authorization of Contract for Employee Dental Coverage / Northeast Delta Dental

      Employees have completed the enrollment forms for dental coverage, which will begin on July 1, 2001.  The annual premium cost will be $8,900.28 (assuming no changes in employee coverage).  $977.64 will be through employee contribution for part-time employees, making the total cost to the Town $7,922.64.

     

      Randy moved that the Board vote to authorize the chairman to sign the Delta Dental Contract Application, to provide dental coverage to Town employees for FY 01 –02, at a rate of $23.20 for single person, $43.75 for two person and $67.32 for three of more person coverage.

      Second by Jon and approved.

 

      Authorization for Medicare Carveout Supplement to the Town’s BlueCross Blue Shield Coverage

      In 1998 the Town requested that a “Retiree Section” be added to the Town’s BlueCross BlueShield policy, to allow Stan Bissonette to continue purchasing health care coverage under the Town’s policy.  Stan will be turning 65 in September, and will be transferring to Medicare coverage.  He would like to be able to purchase supplemental insurance through the Town’s group health coverage.  The first step in this process is for the Town to request that VLCT establish a Medicare Carveout Supplemental plan for our employees.

 

      Randy moved that the Board vote to approve the signing of a letter to VLCT, requesting the establishment of a Medicare Carveout Supplemental plan for Town of Hinesburg employees 65 years of age and older.  Second by Jon and approved.

     

      Vermont Municipal Bond Bank Documents

      The following documents need to be signed in order to proceed with the closing of the Vermont Municipal Bond Bank Sale:

      1)            Resolution and Certificate – signed by all Board members on last page

      2)            Arbitrage and Use of Proceeds Certificate – signed by all Board members, but do not date

      3)            Loan Agreement – signed on last page by Chairman

      4)            Bond – signed by all Board members

     

      Randy moved that the Board vote to authorize the signing of the Vermont Municipal Bond Bank documents as outlined above.  Second by Jon and approved.

     

Additions to the Agenda

 

      Water and Wastewater Allocation for Kehoe on Route 116

      Sean Kehoe, owner of a house located at 11075 Route 116, plans to divide the house into a duplex and put an accessory apartment in the garage.  This change will increase the total number of bedrooms from four to five.  As such, they will need an increase in the wastewater allocation of 150 gallons/day.  There is currently a remainder on approximately 7,000 gallons/day available to be allocated for residential use.

     

 

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      John moved that the Board vote to approve an allocation of 150 gallons/day in the water and wastewater allocation for the Kehoe property located at 11075 Route 116, Grand List Lot Number 9-1-51.  Second by Jon.  The Board discussed allocation on this as there was no previous specific allocation to this residence.  Motion voted and approved with Andrea abstaining.

     The Board asked Jeanne research issues as these and see if the Board can write a letter              addressing additional allocation is not necessary.

     

           

      Letter from Glen Enos / RE: Partridge Hill Road -

      Andrea brought up the importance of the Town looking at drainage and channeling of stormwaters and the impact on Town roads.

 

      July 4th Planning – Some members of the Board will participate in the parade.

     

      Flore Property / Site Plan for Planning Commission Meeting on 6/6/01.

 

The Board discussed the intersection at Mechanicsville and Richmond roads and getting engineering input on imporving the intersection.

 

Andrea moved the Board vote to adjourn at 9:00 p.m., second by Jon and approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

Valerie Spadaccini, secretary