MINUTES FROM THE SEPTEMBER 16, 2002 MEETING OF THE SELECT BOARD

 

Board members present were Dave Johnson, Jerry Mullen, John Devine, and Pete Siegel. Also present was Town Clerk Deborah LaRiviére. The meeting was called to order at 6pm.

 

Joss Besse met with the Board to discuss the proposed planning grant application. Besse will incorporate some of the following  items in the grant; a technical review of all the town’s by-laws and how they relate to statute, how to create a larger base of public input and increase involvement, obtaining a set of supplemental maps and updating the by-laws with the help of a Select Board appointed committee. The grant must be submitted by September 30 and can only be submitted upon approval of the Town Plan. (CCRP’s hearing for the plan is Tuesday September 17, 2002 at 8:30am) The Board then discussed the hiring of Dana Farley Associates. Farley was hired to review the Village 2 issue with regard to Interim Zoning, but Besse has informed the Board that any planning work or consulting engaged prior to the grant approval cannot be covered with grant funds. The Board needs to decide if they wish to continue with the assignment given to Farley Associates or ask her to hold off and bid the entire project if and when the grant is approved. The Board will discuss this further and get back to Joss tomorrow. Jerry motioned: “To authorize Joss Besse to pursue the planning grant application as outlined on behalf of the Town of Bolton.” Seconded by John. There was no other discussion, all in favor, motion passed. The Board will meet again on Tuesday September 24 at 5pm to further discuss and sign the application.

 

Don Kenney met the Board on behalf of the Rec Committee to discuss the skating rink. The Rec Committee did a walk through with the highway crew and the Siegels. A parking area and rink have been measured and Beth Gilpin will coordinate with the highway department regarding the fill and gravel needed. However, a small issue has arisen concerning the location being in the flood plain and whether or not the Town needs to obtain a flood plain permit, and/or hire engineers to draft a plan for the rink and/or involve the state. The Siegels are skeptical about involving the state and may withdraw the offer if the state become involved. Deb will consult with Zoning Administrator Dick Ward tomorrow, fill out a permit if necessary and get back to either Don.

 

The initial bid for the sale of the old 1-ton fell through. Another bid’s been received for $4,000. Dave motioned: “To accept the bid of $4000 for the 1-Ton.” Seconded by John. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed.

 

The Board reviewed a request from Green Mountain Power to locate new lines in the town right-of-way on Duxbury Road. Dave motioned: “To approve GMP’s request.” Seconded by Pete. The Board would like to request that GMP (or any utility) provide a detailed map in the future showing where lines will be placed. There was no discussion, all were in favor, motion passed.

 

Pete motioned to enter Executive Session, seconded by John. The Board entered Executive Session at 7:30 to discuss a hiring issue and returned to their regular meeting at 7:45.

 

 Jerry motioned: “To continue as planned with Dana Farley Associates’ proposal for reviewing the Village 2 district.” Seconded by John. There was no other discussion, Pete, Jerry and John in favor, Dave against. Motion passed.

 

 The Board discussed the Preston Pond purchase and reviewed the grant proposal to the Vermont Housing Conservation Board that was faxed to Lars Botzojorns. (File: Preston Pond purchase) After reading though the summary, the Board found several issues they disagreed with and placed a conference call to Botzojorns. The Board objected to the statement made in item #13 which called for a contribution from the Town in the amount of $50,000 toward the land purchase. They also feel the purchase price per acre (approximately $1400) is too high. During their conversation with Botzojorns, the Board asked that several sentences be removed from the application. John motioned: “To strike the sentence under Item #13 (b) which reads: The Town will consider low-interest/no interest loans for any gaps in our fund raising effort.”  Pete seconded. There was no other discussion. All were in favor, motion passed. Pete motioned: “To strike the item listed in Exhibit A under the income section that reads Town $50,000.” Seconded by Dave. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed. The Board would also like a letter drafted to the Conservation Commission indicating the Board’s displeasure with the wording on this grant application, reiterating the items they want stricken and requesting that any other correspondence from them should be reviewed by the Select board prior to being sent.

§         The board would like bids for propane sent out.

 

There was no other business to be brought before this Board at this time. Jerry motioned to end the meeting, seconded by John. The meeting ended at 8:30pm.

 

Attest:

 

Deborah LaRiviére

Town Clerk

Minutes are unofficial until approved

These minutes were read and approved by the Bolton Select Board on ___________________,2002. _________________________For the Board.