Selectboard Meeting

January 5, 2004

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Attending the meeting: Lynn Gardner, Andrea Morgante, Jon Trefry, Randy Volk, Rob Bast, Jeanne Wilson, George and Karla Munson, Rocky Martin, John Roos, Tom Whitney, Steward Pierson.

 

Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m.

 

Continued Discussion of Munson Parcel –The Board advised that the Planning Commission is in agreement with rezoning the village district.  HCS is interested in the offer of land, but does not want to incur any costs for this.

It was suggested that the school and Selctboard  form a joint committee to work on this.

When asked about the sewer request  on the West side of Rt 116, George explained that alternate sewage for the farmhouse is needed for the subdivision process and he believes the line would need to run on the west side of the road due to ledge rock. 

The Board advised George that the Town gives the sewage allocation but it would be his responsibility for the line and hook up.

Jon pointed out the change to the Town Plan of rezoning the village district will likely happen in the near future and by speeding the process the Town benefits from a gift of land.

George also clarified that no allocation for the land he will be keeping on the west side of Rt 116 is being requested, but he would expect that to be included in the expanded village district.

John Roos and Tom Whitney neighboring residents were concerned they had no prior input on the issue.  Tom was also concerned about density.

Lynn explained there will be several public hearings on this.  The PC will have a public hearing on the change and if approved the Selectboard would then hold a public hearing before adopting any changes.

George explained that parcel 3 will be a separate parcel.

Andrea would like more discussion with the school regarding the parcel offered to the Town.

Rob asked for clarification of the intersection.  The Town would want to be able to make the intersection work in a way to create a gateway to the village.  George stated the proposed driveway is near the current road and it would work to have an intersection on the other side of the road in the future.

The Board asked Jeanne to draft a letter to the Munsons and Planning Commission regarding this proposal.

 

 

Budget Planning Sessions

Overview

Planning Commission / Digital Orthophotography Request – the Board agreed to add $3,000 for digital orthophotography

 

Review of Capital Budget –Lynn asked for an equipment needs analysis from Rocky and Mike.  Rocky stated 4 trucks are definitely needed for the highway dept.

Rob suggested sheet pilings could be installed as culvert headers as a temporary fix where the road edge is deteriorating and causing dangerously narrow roads.

Andrea asked to add a category to General Government for village storm water analysis.

Under Highway Dept the Board adjusted funding request amounts for replacement of the 88 International and loader, also Silver St reconstruction.

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Expenditure Summary - change to PC made – will review further at next meeting

Growth in Grand List

Municipal Tax Rate Projection

 

                       

Other Business

 

Approve Warrants:  Randy moved that the Board vote to approve the warrants (including payroll warrants) for bills payable as presented by the Town Treasurer.  Second by Jon and approved.

 

Discussion of Town Garage Site Plan / CSWD Drop Off Center: Rocky reviewed with the Board a sketch plan by LLewllyn/Howley.  The Board approved to have Rocky proceed on this and get more detailed design work and look closely at building options.

 

Resignation from Recreation Commission / Gregory Leroy:  Andrea moved that the Board vote to accept the resignation of Gregory Leroy from the Recreation Commission effective January 1, 2004. Second by Jon and approved.

 

Appointments to Planning Commission, Development Review Board and Recreation Commission:

 

Andrea moved that the Board vote to re-appoint John Buckingham, Nancy Norris and Joe Iadanza to the Planning Commission for 4 year terms, which will expire on January 1, 2008. Second by Jon and approved.

 

Andrea moved that the Board vote to re-appoint Robert Gauthier to the Development Review Board for a three year term, which will expire on January 1, 2007. Second by Jon and approved.

 

George Munson has submitted a letter of interest in moving from an alternate on the Development Review Board, to a Board member to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Wayne Burgess. The vacancy has been advertised.

Andrea moved that the Board vote to appoint George Munson to the Development Review Board for a three year term, which will expire on January 1, 2007. Second by Jon and approved.

 

Andrea moved that the Board vote to re-appoint Carolyn Fenn as an alternate to the Development Review Board for a three year term, which will expire on January 1, 2007.  Second by Jon and approved.

 

Rob moved that the Board vote to re-appoint David Eddy and Lori Hennessey to the Recreation Commission for three year terms, which will expire on January 1, 2007. Second by Randy and approved.

 

After the above appointments, there will remain one vacancy on the Recreation Commission and one vacancy in the alternate to the Development Review Board.

 

Additions to the Agenda

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Review of Selectboard Article for Annual Report

 

Nextel Partners – Proposed Communications Facility on Town Property – Nextel is inquiring about the possibility of a tower and equipment shed to be located at Geprag Park.  Jeanne will check the deed to see if such use is allowed.

Rob pointed out that there is a type of tower know as the ‘brown stick’ that would blend in to the landscape better and if this proposal is approved that could be requested.

 

Letter to St. George / Fire & First Response Coverage for FY 04 – 05: The Board signed a letter to request of $14,461.

 

Route 116 Traffic & Pedestrian Safety:  George Dameron requests that the Selectboard continue to address the issues relating to Route 116 traffic, pedestrian safety and quality of life in the village.  He asked the Selectboard to consider developing an action plan for addressing these issues, and to budget the necessary funds in the FY 04 – 05 budget to enact the plan.

 

CSWD Representative:  With the retirement of John Guttler, the Town is in need of a representative to the CSWD Board.  The board meets the 4th Wednesday of every month at 7 pm at the South Burlington City Hall.  It is not required that the representative is a member of the selectboard, but it is suggested.  Lynn has been attending the meetings as alternate and will continue to do so.

 

Town Meeting Tune-Up / Workshop for Moderators and Local Officials:  Thursday, February 5 at Suzanne’s Restaurant in Berlin, 9 am to 2:30 pm.

 

Eddy donation – Rob addressed the idea of having Eric Hanson who is managing the Peck Estate investments handle the 46,000 of stock donated by the Eddy family.  He suggested the money could be done as a “piggy back” with the Peck Estate.  The Board agreed to invite the Rec Commission to meet with them to discuss the potential use of the funds.

 

Randy moved the Board vote to adjourn at 9:45 p.m., second by Rob and approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

Valerie Spadaccini, secretary