Selectboard Meeting

July 19, 2004 Page 1 of 2

Attending the meeting; Lynn Gardner, Jon Trefry, Andrea Morgante, Rob Bast, Jeanne Wilson, Dennis Delaney, Rocky Martin, Chris Morrell, Michael Wharton, Ted White, Ralph and Robert Goodrich.

Meeting called to order at 7:05 p.m.

Dennis Delaney introduced himself. He noted that he had served as State Senator from 83 to 97 and will be running again for election.

Michael Wharton / Police Officer Candidate – Michael has been recommended by the interview committee and Chris hopes to get all the paperwork finalized by next week. If hired, Michael will start at the academy on 8/1 and has been advised of the 3 year commitment to the Town of Hinesburg.

Michael told the Board he has a 4 year Batchelor Degree in law enforcement from Michigan. He has a background in counseling and working with children.

Police Chief Chris Morrell / Discussion of Police Cruisers – Chris advised the new cruiser will arrive tomorrow and then be outfitted. After the new vehicle is complete, Chris will make a recommendation to the Board on how he would like to proceed in regards to all the police vehicles.

Chris’ new police dog in currently being trained in Florida. In August Chris will go to NY for training with the dog.

Ralph Goodrich / Discussion of Water Service to Property on Observatory Road – Ralph stated he has heard that the Town is concerned with monitoring the wells in that area. Rocky stated the monitoring was done for background baseline data and believes it is a good idea to continue the monitoring though there is no requirement to do so. The Board advised Ralph the Town has the capacity and issues with bringing Town water to that site are distance and needed rights of way.

Other Business

Approve Warrants: Rob 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 Repairs to Vestry Building - Rocky will repair the glass this week. The back room needs to be torn down as it is completely rotted. Rocky will get estimate for materials for painting the building and speak with Pastor Neill regarding a volunteer work crew. Jeanne will check with the VLCT regarding insurance coverage of volunteers.

Upgrade to Buck Hill Road West / Memo of Understanding with Developer Sam Evanson: Based on comments received at the June 7 meeting, Rocky Martin has drafted a revised memo of understanding between the Town and developer Sam Evanson for improvements to upper Buck Hill Road West. Andrea asked that when the road foreman is notified that work is being done he contact Jeanne so she can relay that to the Tree Warden.

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Discussion of Policy for Consideration of New Town Roads: Based on comments from the July 12 meeting, a revised draft policy has been prepared and forwarded to the Board.

Discussion of Nextel Communications Facility / Lagoon Road: According to Nextel engineers, it is not possible to co-locate a communication antenna with a wind turbine on the same pole at the wastewater treatment facility. The next step for Nextel would be to begin an engineering / site plan for the project. Since this is a costly procedure, they wish to know whether the town is definitely interested in pursuing the project.

Ted White stated the Conservation Commission feels Gerprag Park is a better location and rental money will help with maintenance of the park as well as future land acquisition.

The Selectboard discussed the possible 60 to 100 ft height and possible requirement of red blinking light. Jeanne will look into the light question. If located at the treatment facility money could be used for upgrades at the plant, to offset sewer costs of energy consumption and fund investigating alternative energy sources.

Road Cut Permit Application / Katherine Guevara on Texas Hill Road: This purpose of this request is to widen an existing road cut. Rob moved that the Board vote to approve the Road Cut Permit Application of Katherine Guevara for a road cut on Texas Hill Road (Grand List Lot # 06-01-5000) as outlined in the permit dated 6/16/04, subject to the terms and conditions placed on the permit by the Highway Foreman and all state and local permits governing the development of this parcel. Second by Jon and approved.

Discussion of Complaint / GMP Power Pole Placement on Silver Street – resident spoke to GMP and was directed to call the Public Service Board who then directed her to call the Town. GMP advised Jeanne the poles are placed appropriately for size and distance of the run and an effort was made in moving the pole so as not to be placed on the lawn area.

Outgoing Correspondence

Letter of reply to George Dameron regarding traffic on Charlotte Rd.

Andrea discussed composting in Hinesburg. Saputo is trucking to the intervale for composting. The Board discussed briefly where in Town this might work.

Jon reported he will meet with the union for Highway employees tomorrow.

Jeanne checked with the Town of Huntington on the speed limit in their village. The MPO did a study and the speed was changed at their recommendation. Jeanne will check into having this done for Hinesburg.

Andrea spoke about the water level in the canal being altered at times. DEC River Management Division will do a site visit of the canal.

Andrea moved the Board vote to adjourn at 9:30 p.m., second by Rob and approved.

Respectfully submitted,

Valerie Spadaccini, secretary