MINUTES FROM THE NOVEMBER 03, 2003 SELECT BOARD MEETING
Board members present Dave Johnson, Pete Siegel, Jerry Mullen, Ron Lafreniere and John Devine. Also present was Town Clerk Deborah LaRiviére. The meeting was called to order at 6pm.
§ Dave motioned: “To accept the minutes from the October 06, 2003
meeting.” Jerry seconded. There were no corrections, all were in favor, motion passed.
§ The Board discussed the purchase of emergency generators. Dave received a quote from Brook
Field Services. The Board would like to obtain more quotes before purchasing.
§ Sharon Murray from the Conservation Commission met with the Board to review their summer
and fall work. They are working on trail management and talking with VAST. They’ve decided to wait on the access permit. They still need $12 thousand to close the gap between the funds received and the purchase price. They plan to try and generate some donations from townspeople to make up the shortfall needed. The Board advised them to use the Gazette for their requests. The Commission did walk the Sara Holbrook property but have not come up with any plans as yet. Sharon asked that the Select Board re-appoint any members needing reappointment due to expiring terms. Pete motioned: “To reappoint Sharon Murray and Jen Andrews to the Conservation Commission.” Jerry seconded. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed. Jerry motioned: “To appoint Tom Longstreth to the Conservation Commission.” Pete seconded. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed. Sharon said Sue Vita has also expressed and interest in being on the Commission. Since she is already a DRB member, the Board asked that she be offered the option of serving on whichever committee she wishes. Deb will call her.
§ The Board reviewed an amendment to the Motor Vehicle Ordinance submitted by the CC
Sheriff’s Department. This issue was tabled.
§ Warrants for October and November were signed.
§ Treasurers Reports for August and September were handed out.
§ The Board would like an insurance quote from the VLCT. Deb will fill out the form.
§ The Board looked over the preliminary survey that Tami Bass has done
on Mill Brook Road. They were in agreement with Bass’ assessment of the placement of the road. Deb will warn a public hearing and have Tami finish the mylar.
§ The Board revisited the issue of Dave Root’s CDL. At the last meeting, a motion was made to pay
for half of the cost of the class Dave wanted to take to prepare for the CDL exam. Ron called DMV who said the class was not a requisite for the license, drivers could get a permit, drive with one of our drivers present and then take the exam. Dave motioned: “To rescind the motion from the previous meeting authorizing payment of CDL school for Dave Root.” Jerry seconded. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed. Dave motioned: “To pay for half of the first CD license for Dave Root.” Jerry seconded. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed.
§ Uniforms for the road crew have been an ongoing issue. The Town currently pays approximately
$2500 for uniform services. Dave motioned: “To authorize a yearly payment of $300 for full time and $200 for part time employees.” Jerry seconded. There was no other discussion, all were in favor, motion passed. The crew should turn in their uniforms by the end of November and checks will be processed at the next meeting for the clothing allowances. Ron will contact UniFirst. The Board will work on an amendment for the personnel policy to incorporate a clothing clause.
The Board will work on the budget on November 17th. Deb and Dave will finish the budget spreadsheets on the 11th. with Ed Moore.
There was no other business to be brought before this Board at this time. Dave motioned to end the meeting, seconded by Jerry. The meeting ended at 7:30pm.
Attest:
Deborah LaRiviére
Town Clerk
Minutes are unofficial until approved
These minutes were read and approved by the Bolton select Board on _________________, 2003. __________________For the Board.