April 26, 2010
In attendance: John Halter, Sandra Holland, Arnold Stymest and Jim Coffey.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Halter at 7:00 p.m., and opened with the pledge of allegiance.
APPOINTMENTS:
7:00 P.M. Dave Marcoux, representing Waste Management met to explain the late opening of the Transfer Station on the previous Sunday, and to apologize for the problems it created. Selectman Stymest stated that the delay was about an hour and many cars were backed up. He then asked about a contingency plan. Mr. Marcoux explained that there is a contingency plan but their employee had a family emergency and was late leaving to open the Transfer Station. When the problem was initially known is was too late to get another employee that could have arrived before the assigned employee. It was further explained that they have four people in the area that could fill in, with the closest in Sullivan. Selectman Holland had no questions concerning the problem.
7:20 P.M. Pat Aglio and Mark Skidmore met to discuss unresolved land use violations they alleged were committed by John Marren on his property (Map 138 – Lot 34) dating back to at least 1998. Mr. Skidmore submitted a summary outline of the problem and a lengthy detailed handout with additional information. Mr. Skidmore stated that he has complained for seven years to the Town and has not had a response. There was a lengthy discussion during which Richard Skidmore entered the meeting. Mark Skidmore questioned the 1998 ZBA decision for John Marren and stated that the information provided by Marren was intentionally fraudulent.
Near the end of Mark Skidmore's presentation it was determined that he alleges two present violations on the Marren property. They are a setback violation along the boundary of the Marren property where it borders Skidmore's property, and the roof line of Marren's building is too high. Near the end of the discussion Compliance Officer Harry Power suggested giving the issue to the Town's attorney. Mr. Skidmore stated that he wants Marren's building put in compliance. The detailed documents presented to the Board by Mark Skidmore were taken back and he will clarify some items and return them. Chairman Halter expressed support for a review by the attorney and it was echoed by Selectman Stymest. After receipt of the material from Mr. Skidmore it will be furnished to Attorney Beth Fernald, with a cover letter and instructions from the Board.
8:30 A.M. Open session:
Richard Nicoletti expressed concern over the proposed use of crushed asphalt on North Shore Road. He expressed concern that his name was used in the proposal to use the material. He expressed concern about oil leaching out, despite any DES approval for its use. He asked that the residents have a chance to approve the use of crushed asphalt before any is used, and the Road Agent be instructed not to use it at the present time. Chairman Halter explained that there was a warrant article for improvements to North Shore Road and it was to use Best Management Practices, or BMP, when near the water. A resident of Aten Road. Kevin Robbins, mentioned that he has seen it used and the run off has an oily sheen and an oily smell. Tim Ruehr asked that this be part of a discussion at a coming meeting when John Baybutt will present information on a watershed study for the Granite Lake Association. Chairman Halter agreed that nothing should be done with use of crushed asphalt without more input.
Selectman Stymest mentioned that there have been two meetings at his house because Town Hall was not available. He suggested using the Gould House for meetings. Selectman Holland stated she wasn’t sure it could be used at this time. Chairman Halter wanted to hear from Dick Briere and suggested the suggested be put on hold until next week.
The open session concluded with a brief discussion with Dave Marcoux of Waste Management. The Board agreed to have a work session on Wednesday, April 28, at 7:00 P.M., to look further at the solid waste bids.
9:33 A.M. Chairman Halter, seconded by Selectman Stymest moved to adjourn. The motion passed 3-0.
APPROVED/SIGNED:
1. The Accounts Payable Manifest was approved.
2. The minutes of April 19 were approved with correction.
3. Disability exemption for Roy Marotta was approved.
4. Pistol Permits (4) were approved
B. NEW BUSINESS:
The Board approved the following:
Selectmen's Report for inclusion in the Annual Report
OLD BUSINESS
The solid waste bids will be further reviewed on April 28.
Other items listed in the agenda were reviewed with no action taken or required.
Respectfully submitted,
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James Coffey, Interim Administrator
Approved
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John D. Halter, Chairman Sandra L. Holland Arnold Stymest
Board of Selectmen