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-Moultonborough Citizens Alliance
Editor, The Citizen: Once again Moultonborough Town and School District Meeting decisions on spending and issues were made by a small group of voters. It was not participatory democracy at its best, with only 9 percent attending Town Meeting and three percent at the School Meeting.
The SB2 petitions gained strong voter support in spite of the aggressive disinformation effort by those protecting the status quo and opposing greater voter participation on town and school spending and issues. Their contradictory arguments and repeated fear of getting less tax money to spend under SB2 were misleading and denied voters the chance to be heard. Mr. Hume's successful effort to put SB2 on the Town and School District Ballots and his determination to defend the rights of all voters in spite of this opposition is admirable.
Editor, The Citizen: The fear mongering that goes on by those opposed to Senate Bill 2 (SB2), the Official Ballot Referenda, never ceases to amaze me. Those opposed constantly mislead and try to scare voters away from change that would allow the elderly, those who are ill, military service members, pilots, truck drivers, those with small children, those who work second or third shifts, and other business/busy people the right to exercise their constitutional right to vote without having to sit for 3, 4, 5, or more hours in a meeting many of them currently can't make. NH Department of Revenue Administration literature on SB2 defines it simply as a form of town meeting with two sessions. Not so scary.
Letter to the Editor printed 3/9/2007
Time to switch to SB2 format
Editor, The Citizen: On the March 13, Election Day Town and School warrants, Moultonborough voters will have an opportunity to vote on the adoption of deliberative sessions followed by separate official-ballot voting on all issues before the Town of Moultonborough and the Moultonborough School District. This alternative to the existing Town and School District meetings is referred to as RSA 40:13 (SB2). It's been attacked by some as not allowing for the voters to be properly informed, but the lack of information has really come from its opponents.
SB2 makes it possible for more registered voters to participate. It's opponents dismiss this reality, arguing that voters will somehow be less informed and may even "vote their wallets" to reduce spending and lower their taxes, as if this is wrong. The fear of SB2 demonstrated by those angry Town and School officials dominating the public meetings is apparently based on their worries of greater control by voters and reduced support for spending. Voters are portrayed as uninformed and must be required to attend the annual Town and School Meetings in order to vote on the issues. This requirement prevents people who cannot attend from voting.
March 01, 2007
To The Editor:
On Election Day Moultonboro voters will decide whether to adopt SB2.
I am a New England native. I began attending town meetings as a young adult and have fond memories of them. I have also lived where all voting is done by ballot, and served in the military when, by necessity, I voted by absentee ballot.
Despite the tradition and my emotional attachment to town meetings, I am in favor of SB2. SB2 places all warrant articles on a ballot for voting while still allowing citizens to debate and amend articles.
Town meetings are an archaic holdover from the days when there were limited means of communication and an agrarian society. Many people never traveled more than a few miles from home and died of old age in the house where they were born. March was chosen, in part, because most winter farm chores were completed by then and spring chores had not yet begun. Almost everyone could attend town meetings and, after months of winter, appreciated a reason to get out of the house to be with neighbors.
March 08, 2007
To the Editor:
I have followed the debate on SB2 with much interest. I enjoyed your March 1 editorial. On the one hand, you state that, "SB2 gets more people involved in the process makes us believe that the system has merit." On the other hand you state, "based on the comments we heard last week during the towns hearing on the subject, we don't believe that Moultonboro is ready for SB-2." Your position is somewhat confusing, however, it seems that you attempted to present a middle of the road position regarding the process.
Relative to the comments you heard last week, it must be remembered that this position was presented by administrators and department heads of both the town and school districts. These are persons who would be deeply affected by change, and would be uncomfortable with change, as it threatens the status-quo. SB2 requires that they would have to scrutinize, and take a sharp pencil to future budget increases.
April 12, 2007
To the Editor:
I would like to thank the voters of Moultonborough for your support of SB2 on March 13, 2007, Election Day. With over 39 percent of the voters supporting SB2, it is obvious there is concern over the inability of more voters to participate in the deliberative meetings. Your effort to help them is appreciated. Contrary to the critics, with SB2 in Wolfeboro, 46 percent of the voters voted and being well informed, they even voted for all the articles. In Moultonboro, the turnout was again disappointing, with only 28% of the voters voting on Election Day.
Only 9 percent of registered voters voted at town meeting and only three percent attended the school district meeting to vote on all the spending issues. The numbers have really not changed since last year. Contrary to the critics of SB2,it was in the Moultonborough Town Meeting that included the very manipulation by special interests that they had warned SB2 would allow. As for their claims of educating the public, the school district meeting had almost no public discussion at all, with only one person asking any questions. Judging from the continued low turnout, it is clear that town and school meetings are a relic of the past. They no longer represent the majority of the voters. SB2 would allow more voters to vote and be heard, even by absentee ballot.
Al Hume
Moultonborough
March 08, 2007
To the Editor:
Regarding your front page article in the Feb. 22, 2007 Meredith News, about the SB-2 warrant in Moultonboro, I would like to suggest that all the arguments against this change do not seem as important as the chance for every citizen to vote.
As Moultonboro has grown, there are many voters who are snowbirds as well as residents who cannot make the town meeting for other reasons (illness, business, vacations, etc.). I strongly believe that SB2 would provide these presently disenfranchised voters with a chance to vote on issues that affect our town.
by Alec O'Meara
March 22, 2007
MOULTONBORO — Just prior to the adjournment of Thursday's School District Meeting, Town Moderator Mel Borrin rose to comment on the evening's proceedings in light of the town's vote earlier in the week to not adopt an SB-2 style of government. Borrin said that the district had held "a great meeting" that night, and went on to say that Gilford, an SB-2 town, had voted down the school budget earlier in the week. Citing a Laconia Citizen article, Borrin said that Gilford would be cutting its football program and that "many teachers will find no jobs to come back to" next fall.
"I believe that SB-2 is the fastest way to destroy a school district," said Borrin, adding that he believed that in SB-2, residents "blindly vote on the budget and do not understand the intricacies involved."
The moderator's public comments regarding Gilford's school budget were inaccurate. While the Gilford
To the Editor:
I have attended the deliberative sessions of the town warrant Feb 15th and the candidates night of Feb 18. The message that the elected officials give is of impending gloom and doom. Chicken littles, the sky is falling! The sky is falling!
They all stated that they do not trust the voters to be informed and their judgment to take the time to read all the warrants, and make a valid educated vote (their participation in the process).
I believe just the opposite. I trust the voters to make the best decision for their pocketbook and the towns.
At candidates night it was run by "Borrin's rule of order." Every candidate talked about what they would do for their offices, except Laurie Whitley. She took advantage of being unopposed, to give her rendition of "the sky is falling" when SB2 and the elected budget committee petitions are voted in by the voters. As discussion started on SB2, Moderator Borrin's "rules of order" applied again. I always thought a moderator was unbiased in his position, but not only begin to give his version of the "sky is falling" but he refused to recognize my hand first, opting to ask for anyone else to speak.
Finally, after there were no hands left, he let me read a prepared explanation of SB2, as I initiated that petition. If you want an unbiased explanation of how SB2 is working, talk to a voter of Wolfeboro, Alton Bay, Gilford, or New Hampton. They have told me all SB2 has done is give the power back to the people.
Please attend town's session on SB2 at the Town Hall Feb 22 at 7:15pm.
Al Hume
Moultonboro
February 22, 2007
While sitting in on the Moultonboro Board of Selectmen's warrant recommendations, we heard our least favorite argument against SB-2: that making it easier to vote somehow deludes the democratic process. The argument takes on many faces, but it generally says that because Town Meeting forces everyone present to hear all sides of an issue before voting, it makes for more informed voters. In SB-2, anybody with a free 10 minutes on a Tuesday can vote, and the person who steps into the voting booth may be the most uninformed, apathetic, borderline anarchist in town. As a result, SB-2 may result in the downfall of civilization as we know it, because the unwashed masses may gain too strong a voice.
**Please Note: Items to be placed on the weekly Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda must be submitted no later than Tuesday, noon.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDASelectmen’s Meeting March 13, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: March 6, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:V. PUBLIC MEETING:
8:00 Non-Public Session (Possible Request Re: Litigation & Personnel)
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. LRPC, Lakes Region Transportation Plan 2008
2. LRPC Link to Town Website, Route 25 Corridor Study
3. Elizabeth B. Dow, RN, Resignation, March 21, 2008VII. OLD BUSINESS:
1. NH Public Radio, Town Meeting 2008VIII. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Legislative Update
2. Planning Board Update
3. Administration Update
4. Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes, March 5, 2008
5. Moultonborough Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes, February 7, 2008
6. Municipal Needs Committee, March 4, 2008IX. PENDING:
1. Residency Ordinance for Registered Sexual Offenders, April 15, 2008
2. Policy for Closing Town Offices Emergency/Inclement Weather, May 15, 2008X. CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Jim Castleberry, March 10, 2008XI. ADJOURNMENT:
**Please Note: Items to be placed on the weekly Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda must be submitted no later than Tuesday, noon.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDASelectmen’s Meeting March 6, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: February 28, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:V. PUBLIC MEETING:
7:05 Recreational Advisory Board
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Launch Requests:
Hawg Squad Bass Club, Lee’s Mills, June 15, 2008
Stateline Bass Angler, Lee’s Mills, October 5, 2008
So. NH Bass Club, Lee’s Mills, July 20, 2008
Manchester Bass Club, Lee’s Mills, October 26 & 27, 2008
N.E. Bass Hunters, Lee’s Mills, October 19, 2008
2. FEMA, Moultonborough’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
3. NH Public Radio, Town Meeting Website
4. Chief Scott Kinmond, Expenditure Request
5. Let. Thomas R. Dawson, Expenditure Request – Boy Scout Troop
6. Town Operations on Town Meeting DayVII. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Municipal Needs CommitteeVIII. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Legislative Update
2. Planning Board Update
3. Administration Update
4. Planning Board Meeting Minutes, February 27, 2008IX. PENDING:
1. Residency Ordinance for Registered Sexual Offenders
2. Policy for Closing Town Offices Emergency/Inclement WeatherX. CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Anthony Alibrio, February 29, 2008
2. Jim Castleberry, February 29, 2008
3. Jim Castleberry, March 3, 2008XI. ADJOURNMENT:
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting February 28, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Karel called the meeting to Order at 6:30 P.M.
6:30 Non-Public Session, Personnel Matter: Ed Made a Motion for the Selectmen to go into Non-Public Session for a personnel matter, per RSA 91-A:3 II (a). Betsey Seconded the Motion. Karel asked for a roll call: Ed – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Karel – Aye. The Selectmen went into Non-Public Session at 6:35 p.m.
Betsey Made the Motion for the Selectmen to come out of Non-Public Session. Ed Seconded. Karel asked for a roll call: Ed – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Karel – Aye. The Selectmen came out of Non-Public Session at 6:55 p.m.
Ed Made the Motion to seal the Minutes of the Non-Public Session until the matter is resolved. Betsey Seconded the Motion. The Motion carried Unanimously.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Betsey Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of February 21, 2008 as written. Ed Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: Katherine A. King, Brent & Dawn Trombly, Todd M. Wise, Derek J. Townsend, Lucas M. Quinn.
PISTOL PERMITS: Karel reported that the Selectmen have been informed by Chief Scott Kinmond that the names of those who receive a pistol permit from the Police Department are to remain confidential per the state’s RSA. Therefore the Selectmen will no longer be reporting this item.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
1. Karel reported that the Selectmen received correspondence from Jim Castleberry, Al Hume and Garry Torressen, members of the Moultonborough Citizen’s Alliance, requesting information from the Selectmen and the Town Moderator regarding rules and requirements for write-in candidates in the upcoming election. Karel asked the Town Moderator, Mel Borrin to answer their questions. Mr. Borrin addressed their first question regarding the legality of using stickers for write in votes on official ballots. He informed the Citizen’s Alliance that based on the court case they cited, Mary G. Kibbe vs. the Town of Milton, that the NH Supreme Court overruled the NH Superior Court ruling. He then read their letter sent to the Selectmen. Mr. Borrin reported that he conferred with the NH Secretary of State’s office and spoke with Assistant Secretary of State Manning. Mr. Manning agreed with Town Counsel’s opinion that stickers/ labels/pasters may not be used by voters. Any ballot that has a label affixed to it will disqualify the vote for the ‘write in’ candidate. Mr. Borrin stated that RSA 659:65, II is clear, allowing only election officials to place labels/stickers/pasters on ballots that have already been printed in the case of a candidate’s death or disqualification. Al Hume asked Mr. Borrin how write in candidates are qualified. Mr. Borrin replied that all write in votes are counted. He added that incorrect spelling of the candidate’s name will not disqualify the vote. Herb Farnham asked Mr. Borrin how many of the write-in votes for him from last year’s election were disqualified. Mr. Borrin replied that all write-in votes were counted. Jim Castleberry asked for information regarding using high school students as voting monitors. Mr. Borrin responded that with the Accuvote machine, monitoring has not been necessary. He further explained how the Accuvote machine works, detecting any differences from the printed ballot. All write-in votes are counted by hand. Mr. Borrin confirmed that voters can insert their ballots into the ballot machine. Gary Torressen asked for clarification about where candidates can stand at the polls. Mr. Borrin replied that there will be a roped off area outside of the Public Service Building for candidates. He reminded everyone that signs must be held by candidates and if they are found stuck in the snow or lying about they will be considered discarded and will be collected. A candidate can ask that the sign be returned to him/her. Mr. Torressen asked if voters can bring into the voting booth written guides with write-in candidates’ names on them. Mr. Borrin replied that this is permissible, but the material must not be left in the ballot booth. If this occurs then the booth is closed to allow officials to clean it and remove the material. He also asked that the pens be left in the booth. Mr. Borrin reminded everyone that soliciting votes by a candidate inside the building is not permitted and to report this to the Town Moderator at once. Jordan Prouty questioned why this letter was sent to the Selectmen and Town Moderator, specifically asking if any candidate has died or been disqualified. Karel and Mr. Borrin both replied that thankfully this has not occurred. Mr. Hume asked if observers were allowed. Mr. Borrin stated that Town elections are non-partisan and this request has never been made before. In order to be an observer, a letter of intent must be presented well in advance of the election to the Moderator, stating their party affiliation. All observers must be at least four feet away from the ballot area. Mr. Farnham asked if candidates that are running are allowed to be in the voting area. Karel and the Selectmen responded that they would never do this. Mr. Borrin replied that candidates are not allowed in the voting area, with the exception of the Town Moderator. Karel thanked Mr. Borrin for attending their meeting to respond to Citizen’s Alliance letter and to address their questions.
**Please Note: Items to be placed on the weekly Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda must be submitted no later than Tuesday, noon.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDASelectmen’s Meeting February 28, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: February 21, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:V. PUBLIC MEETING:
6:30 Non-Public Session, Personnel MatterVI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Tuition Reimbursement Request, Officer Peter John
2. MPD Expenditure Request
3. Correcting Action of July 5, 2007
4. Fishing Tournament Launch Request, Forge Pond Bassmasters, August 8 & 10, Lee’s Mills
5. Application for Sign Permit, Michael Dion, Whittier Highway
6. Application for Temporary Sign Permit, Townsend’s Hometown Grocery, LLC, 967 Whittier
HighwayVII. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Attorney Doug Hill, Letter to DOT, Easement RequestVIII. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Legislative Update
2. Planning Board Update
3. Administration Update
4. Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes, February 20, 2008IX. PENDING:
1. Residency Ordinance for Registered Sexual Offenders
2. Policy for Closing Town Offices Emergency/Inclement WeatherX. CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Paul Punturieri, February 23, 2008
2. Jim Castleberry, Al Hume, Garry Torressen, February 25, 2008XI. ADJOURNMENT:
OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting February 21, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Betsey Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of February 21, 2008 as written. Jim Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: Shawn & Karen Haskins.
PISTOL PERMITS: None.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
7:05 Public Hearing, SB2: Karel opened the Public Hearing, stating that it was duly noticed and posted, to receive comments regarding SB2, which is a petition warrant article and a ballot question. She asked that speakers direct their comments through the Chair and expressed the Board’s hope to hear from different people. Ed asked Al Hume, the petitioner for the Moultonboro Alliance Coalition, and he agreed, for the Selectmen to give their presentation first and Al would give MAC’s presentation after. Ed thanked Peter Jensen and Jean Beadle for once
**Please Note: Items to be placed on the weekly Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda must be submitted no later than Tuesday, noon.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDASelectmen’s Meeting February 14, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: February 7, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:V. PUBLIC MEETING:
7:05 Public Hearing, Dog Licensing & Restraining Fine Increases
7:15 Finalization of the Warrant
8:00 Non-Public Session, Personnel Matter
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting February 14, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Joel Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of February 7, 2008 as written. Betsey Seconded. Ed requested that the first page be amended under Public Meeting, striking, “…or about $35 per $1,000 of assessed value”, and replacing it with, “…or about .35 per $1,000 of assessed value.” The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: Michael J. & Claudia Siniscal, Frank T. Brewster, John J. Marlowe, Deborah Galipeault, Philip A. LeBlanc, Lynn A. & Michael G. Cheney, Jessica K. & John R. Kennedy, Seth R. Gardner, Kenneth T. & Kiersten M. VanHorn.
PISTOL PERMITS: None.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
1. Public Hearing, Dog Licensing & Restraining Fine Increases: Karel opened the Public Hearing at 7:05 pm, stating that this hearing was duly noticed and posted, to receive comments regarding the proposed increases in the Dog Licensing and Restraining fines. Karel asked Chief Scott Kinmond to explain his proposal. The Chief stated that as of January 1, 2008, the NH State Legislature increased the fines for violations for licensing and restraining under RSA 466:39, from $25 to $50, in which a town may charge under their ordinances for such violations. He stated the numbers of the Town’s ordinances are: Ordinances 1, “An ordinance relative to dog control regulation” (At large/leash/control); Ordinance 2, “An ordinance relative to dog control regulation (Licensing)”; Ordinance 3, “An ordinance relative to dog control regulation at Town Beaches”. The Chief recommended increasing the fines for all three from $25 to $50. The Chief added that people are first given a warning, but the increased amount will be more of a deterrent. Doing so, the Town’s ordinance will mirror the state’s law. Karel asked the audience if there were any questions. Barbara Rando asked if the actual license fee has been increased. The Chief stated that it has not, but it may change in the future. Joel Made the Motion to increase the fines for Dog Licensing and Restraining, Ordinances 1, 2, and 3, from $25 to $50. Betsey Seconded the Motion. Betsey Seconded the Motion. The Motion carried Unanimously. Karel closed this Public Hearing at 7:08 pm.
2. Finalization of the Warrant: Karel began by thanking Peter Jensen and Jean Beadle for creating the Power Point presentation that will be shown during Town Meeting. She added that tonight they will be presenting the Warrant using Power Point, as a practice run for Town Meeting, with the goal of demonstrating the effect of each vote to the budget and to taxes. She asked the audience to provide the Selectmen with any suggestions regarding the Power Point presentation, as they want it to be easily understood by the public. As Articles 1-6 are ballot questions, Karel stated that they would start with Article 7.
ARTICLE 7: Karel read the article and stated it appears by petition. Betsey asked if Hayes Acres is up to the Town’s minimum road standards. Karel stated that the Road Agent has informed the Selectmen that it is up to the minimum standards. Joel commented that in the future all new subdivisions will include language in each deed with the needed easements and/or right of ways needed for culverts, along with a site plan displaying what is above and below ground. Jerry Hopkins asked if there will be an actual inspection process. Karel replied that the Road Agent gives his recommendation to the Selectmen. Recommended by the Selectmen, 5-0.
ARTICLE 8: Karel read the article and stated it appears by petition. The Road Agent has inspected Melly Lane and has informed the Selectmen that it meets the Town’s minimum standards. Recommended by the Selectmen, 5-0.
*ARTICLE 9: Karel read the article and stated it appears by petition. Betsey asked if the Town approves to raise and appropriate $375,000 for architectural and engineering for the eventual construction of the community/senior center, which committee will be making the recommendations. Joel questioned if the responsibility will go to the Municipal Needs Committee or the RSPT? Karel commented that she felt that the RSPT would be working with the MNC, communicating to each other and reporting to the Selectmen. Ed expressed his concern with the proposed organizational chart which he felt had the Recreation Department managing it. He added that he could support the warrant if it is for architectural and engineering only, as it will determine the actual cost and design. Ed agrees that there is a need for a community/senior center and the petition signed by 300 voters demonstrates this. The voters will have their say at Town Meeting. Karel stated that the Selectmen need to discuss which committee will be in the lead. Joel expressed that he is still concerned about the wetlands and feels that before he can support this warrant, he would like to have another opinion after more testing. Tom Howard, Chair of the RSPT, stated that the Committee’s intent is not to be the building committee, but they would like representation on whatever committee is formed. He agrees that more testing should be done and with the requested funds, this will occur. Jen Correia asked the Selectmen to allow her to read a letter from her and her husband, expressing their concern that voting to approve this warrant will add a significant tax burden for years to come and is not needed. Tom Howard referred people who are interested in learning more about the proposal to view it on the Recreation Department’s website. Barbara Rando of the Municipal Needs Committee stated that both committees met and the MNC found that the costs exceed what RSPT projects. She added that the MNC invites the RSPT to come and discuss this with them to see the full cost. Freddie Gale presented her letter to the Selectmen supporting the warrant. Lori Whitley commented that the RSPT worked cooperatively with the MNC and at this point they have not determined the actual cost, which is the purpose of the $375,000 warrant. John Fullerton stated that he supports the warrant stating that there is a need for a community center, especially for seniors. Ed agreed that there is a real need for activities for seniors. Chief Kinmond stated that when he was a member of the Building Needs Committee with Joel and Jerry Hopkins, the committee was made up of a blend of people, not just those who had a clear interest in the project. He added that he supports the warrant and that eventually it will provide the Town’s youth with a supervised activities, which is especially important for those “latch key kids.” Dennis Cahoon stated that he supports the warrant, adding that he can not recall the last time the Town had a petition with over 300 names on it, calling this very impressive. He commented that the Town has an aging society and the need is increasing. Jerry Hopkins recommended that whatever committee oversees this, that a clerk of the works be appointed, even if this increases the cost. Karel asked for a vote on Article 9. Recommended by the Selectmen, 4-1. (Joel)
**Please Note: Items to be placed on the weekly Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda must be submitted no later than Tuesday, noon.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDASelectmen’s Meeting February 5, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: January 31, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting February 7, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Joel Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of January 31, 2008 as written. Ed Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: None.
PISTOL PERMITS: None.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
1. Ralph Carrasco, Chair of the Municipal Needs Committee presented a memo to the Selectmen regarding the proposed expansion of the Waste Management Facility. He reported that the MNC met with the lowest bidder during a work session on February 6, 2008. Peter Jensen, a member of the Committee, clarified statements from last week’s meeting regarding the equipment vendor bids. On behalf of the Committee and the Town’s engineer, he requested that the Selectmen release the three highest bidders from consideration. Mr. Jensen stated that last week the MNC did not recommend an equipment vendor be selected from the three bidders, but asked the Selectmen to use the highest bid to be included in the total project cost of $1.4 million. He added that the Committee has not completed the review of the bids at this time. Mr. Jensen stated that when the project was given to the Committee, the Town’s Administrator and Selectmen all agreed there was a need to improve the facility. The need has not diminished, but increased. He stated that the expansion would provide improved efficiency, dry storage capacity with a positive revenue impact and decrease potential environmental liabilities, and making it an easier facility to use by Town’s people. On behalf of the Committee, Mr. Jensen requested that when the Selectmen can fully support the project to move it forward. He projected that the one time cost of $1.4 million would result in approximately $125 per property valued at $350,000, or about $35 per $1,000 of assessed value.
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The Feb. 14, 2008 Selectmen's Minutes states the above should
be corrected to "...or about $0.35 per $1,000 of assessed value."
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Mr. Jensen stated that this cost estimate is based on using $400,000 from the Capital Reserve Fund. In addition, with the expansion, it is projected that the costs to run the facility would be reduced by $100,000. Mr. Jensen added that Robert Saunders of Louis Berger provided the Committee with information from NH DES, about a new requirement called “pollutant loading”, which if the project doesn’t go forth this year could add $3,000 to $10,000 to the design and an additional $100,000 to the capital costs, and increased operating costs. The Committee suggested that if the Selectmen are not in favor of supporting the project this year, then to consider producing a brochure for public awareness towards supporting it next year. Joel asked what the cost would be to produce the information. Mr. Jensen estimated $5,000 to $10,000. He asked on behalf of the Committee, that if the Selectmen can not fully support the project that they not put it on the Town Warrant. John McRae, as the former Chair of MBNC asked the Selectmen if they had reviewed his recommendation. Karel stated that they had and she gave a copy of to the MNC Chair, Ralph Carrasco. She added that she is now working on the warrants and asked the Selectmen to give their opinion about going forth with the project or putting money into the Capital Reserve Fund. Betsey stated that at this time she doesn’t support going forth with the project, but would like to add $400,000 to the $200,000 in the Capital Reserve Fund. Joel expressed his support of the project and would like to see it happen this year. Ed said that due to all of the budget factors, economic climate, and with the unknown education funding question, he does not support going forward. Jim stated that he agrees with Ed and Betsey. Karel suggested adding at least another $200,000 (beyond what was budgeted) for a total of at least $400,000 as there is $500,000 in the Capital Reserve Fund now. Betsey Made the Motion to add $600,000 to the Capital Reserve Fund. Karel Seconded the Motion. Betsey and Karel voted Aye; Jim, Ed and Joel voted Nay. The Motion was defeated. Joel Made the Motion to add $200,000 to the Capital Reserve Fund. Betsey Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously. Karel and the Selectmen thanked the Committee for their efforts in developing and presenting this project. Mr. Carrasco asked the Selectmen to notify Robert Saunders.
2. Rebecca Bryant, Chair of the Recreation Advisory Board told the Selectmen that a representative from the board will report to them monthly on their activities. She informed them that they have held three meetings so far and are working on producing a digital community calendar and hoping to have an Academy student do the actual technical work. The goal of the calendar is to have everything that is going on in Town included. In addition, they are working on developing a volunteer pool for the Recreation Department. Ms. Bryant stated that they need to work towards the RAB not being a grievance board. She added that the Board was charged with providing support and suggestions towards making improvements and being a communication bridge. On behalf of the Board, she asked the Selectmen to direct anyone with a problem first to the Recreation Director. Ms. Bryant added that it is important to note that a lot of people utilize the Recreation Department and are happy. She added that because they are satisfied the Selectmen don’t hear from them. Betsey asked Ms. Bryant if the RAB is working on developing a procedure for addressing grievances. She stated that they are working towards this.
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting January 10, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Finance & Personnel Director: Heidi Davis, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Ed Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of January 3, 2008 as written. Jim Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: Connie J. & Robert S. Mako, William R. Hall, Geraldine A. & Wendell G. MacDonald, Scott W. Gagnon.
PISTOL PERMITS: None.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
7:05 Recreation Strategic Planning Committee Proposal: Karel stated that during the whole month of December the Selectmen received public input on the proposed community center. She added that tonight the Selectmen will state their opinion about the RSPC’s proposal for a community center based on the input they received. Karel acknowledged that the Recreation Strategic Planning Committee has a new chairman, Tom Howard. Joel began by thanking the members of the RSPC for all of their extensive time into the project. He feels it is important for them to know that he and the Selectmen appreciate their efforts. Joel commented that during the Public Hearings in December, the Selectmen heard from a lot of the Town’s people who are not in favor of the proposed community center. He feels that the project should be put off for a few years until the state educational funding question is resolved. Joel suggested putting money in the Municipal Building Capital Reserve fund with this project in mind. In addition, Joel acknowledged the Municipal Needs Committee’s recommendation of doing further studies regarding the water table of the Lions Club property. Joel concluded that he feels the community center is a good idea, but not at this time. Ed stated that he agrees with Joel for a lot of the reasons he stated and additional
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting January 17, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Finance & Personnel Director: Heidi Davis, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Ed called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Joel Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of January 10, 2008 as written. Jim Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: Brian M. Morgan, John D. Hazelton, Susan M. Lengel, Charles F. & Angela A. Nieland.
PISTOL PERMITS: None.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
Ed informed the audience that the Selectmen had scheduled a budget work session before their meeting on Thursday, January 10, 2008, without posting a notice. He explained that this was a simple omission. Typically the Town Administrator posts the notice and it was an oversight that it wasn’t done. Karel felt that the work session should continue as it was a continuation of their previous work sessions. Ed added that Betsey was upset that it wasn’t posted and did not participate in the work session. He offered to provide anyone with a copy of his meeting notes and stated that nothing was decided at the work session. Betsey confirmed that she was upset as she feels strongly about the Right-to-Know law.
1. Cartographics Associates, Inc., Presentation: Ed introduced Tim Fountain and Franco Rossi of Cartographics Associates, Inc., the Town’s mappers. Mr. Fountain and Mr. Franco thanked the Selectmen and Brownie Jones for inviting them to talk to them about this new service. Mr. Fountain explained that as Moultonborough’s mapping company, it is CAI’s goal to keep the Town up to date with the latest GIS technologies. Presently the Internet mapping service is being provided by another company, People GIS, which requires staff in Assessing to work with three different software applications to obtain the same goal. CAI proposes to work with Vision Appraisal Technologies; the Town’s assessing company, to incorporate assessing and mapping data in one website. Presently people working on the Internet must go to two different websites, switching screens, using different commands, etc. Through a computer movie, CAI demonstrated the website performance, using the Town of Epping’s site. Mr. Fountain stated that for those property owners who wish to have their personal information suppressed from the Internet, staff would follow the same process. He reminded everyone that the parcel data and map and lot number would remain, but the owner’s name and information would be suppressed. Brownie told the Selectmen that he supports the idea of having the Town’s assessing and mapping information at one website. This will make it much easier for property owners to work on abatement applications or to prepare for preliminary value hearings. He explained that now staff are working with the three companies, requiring numerous downloads with different processes. Each company has a different language and requirements, which is confusing and time consuming. Brownie added as GIS technology advances, it is most important to maintain the base map information and the fewer companies involved is best. CAI will provide this service at no additional cost, eliminating the need for the third company and their cost. Betsey stated that Land Use and the Master Plan Committees are using varied layers through People GIS and asked if CAI can provide the same information. Franco Rossi replied that as the Town’s mappers they can add whatever layers the Town requests. Presently People GIS is getting this information from other data sources which may not be updated or current to the Town’s map. There is an additional cost to add extra layers and a topic that should be discussed by the Selectmen and all other Boards and departments that require this information. Mr. Rossi said that building maps is their business and GIS is the technology to deliver the data. Hollis Austin asked Mr. Fountain if CAI could add a statement to the website informing property owners that they may suppress their personal information. Mr. Fountain replied that would be a decision for the Selectmen to make. He recommended placing the statement on the Town’s website. Joel commented that despite suppressing information on the Vision or Maps-on-Line websites, the information can still be easily obtained. Ed and the Selectmen thanked Mr. Fountain and Mr. Rossi for attending their meeting and giving their presentation.
2. Brad Wilson, presently working on becoming an Eagle Scout, reminded the Selectmen that during the summer he requested to construct a sign for Playground Drive that would be easily recognizable and with a letter board to announce events. This proposed project would be done as to help him earn his Eagle Badge. Brad stated that because the sign would be on Route 25, a state road, he and his father, Trey Wilson ran into insurmountable difficulties with the state. He informed the Selectmen that they have given up on this project and presented them with a new proposal to build a sign and bench at the Holland Hill Cemetery. The Selectmen all agreed that this was a great idea and would be appreciated by those visiting the cemetery. Betsey asked if a sign permit was needed. The Selectmen agreed that it would be waived as the sign would be on Town property. Betsey Made the Motion to approve of the construction of a sign and bench to be placed at the Holland Hill Cemetery by Brad Wilson, waiving the sign permit requirement as the sign will be on Town property. Joel Seconded the Motion. The Motion carried Unanimously.
3. Non-Public Session, Letter of Complaint: Ed stated that the Selectmen have received a letter of complaint and at the end of the meeting will go into Non-Public Session to begin the investigative process.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH
603-476-2347
Selectmen’s Meeting January 17, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: January 10, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
7:05 Cartographics Associates, Inc., Presentation
8:00 Non-Public Session, Letter of Complaint
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. NH Humane Society, 2008 Contract
2. Petition for Warrant Article, Lee’s Pond Milfoil Treatment
3. Petition for Warrant Article, Carroll County Transit
4. Application for Sign Permit (2), Townsend’s Home Town Grocery, 967 Whittier Highway
VII. OLD BUSINESS:
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Legislative Update
2. Planning Board Update
3. Administration Update
4. Planning Board Meeting Minutes, January 9, 2008
5. Moultonborough Library Trustees Meeting Minutes, December 6, 2007
IX. PENDING:
1. Moultonborough Transfer Project, January 10, 2008, LBG Recommendation
2. Public Hearing, 2008 Road Projects, January 24, 2008, 7:05 pm
3. Moultonborough Transfer Station Project RFP’s (2), January 30, 2008, 3:45 pm
X. CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Bob Warren, January 9, 2008
2. Lincoln Page, January 8, 2008
3. Lydia E. K. Eaton, January 10, 2008
4. Edward W. Marudzinski, January 13, 2008
5. Linda Nolin Et Al, January 17, 2008
6. Gary Haracz, January 15, 2008
7. Reuben E. Turner, January 15, 2008
XI. ADJOURNMENT:
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 PM
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: January 17, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
7:05 Public Hearing, 2008 Road Projects
8:00 Non-Public Session, Andy Daigneau, Personnel Matter
VI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Susette Remson, Tax Collector, Mortgagee Searches
2. Petition for Warrant Article, Acceptance of Roads, Hayes Lane
3. Petition for Warrant Article, Acceptance of Roads, Melly Lane and Buckingham Terrace
4. Fishing Tournament Launch Request, Lee’s Mills, NH B.A.S.S. Federation, April 20, 2008
5. Petition for Warrant Article, Milfoil Treatment, Hemlock Harbor & Lee’s Mill Landing area
6. Request for Tuition Reimbursement, Deana Harty
7. Request to Purchase GIS Data, First American Spatial Solutions
8. Waste Management Solid Waste Disposal Agreement
9. LGC, NH Retirement Litigation
VII. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Keld Agnar, Fox Hollow Intersection – Privately Funded Volunteer Project
VIII. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Legislative Update
2. Planning Board Update
3. Administration Update
4. Municipal Needs Committee, Work Session Minutes, January 15, 2008
5. Joint Loss Prevention Committee, Meeting Minutes, January 15, 2008
6. Planning Board Meeting Minutes, January 14, 2008
7. Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes, January 16, 2008
IX. PENDING:
1. Moultonborough Transfer Project, January 10, 2008, LBG Recommendation
2. Complaint Investigation
3. Moultonborough Transfer Station Project RFP’s (2), January 30, 2008, 3:45 pm
X. CORRESPONDENCE:
XI. ADJOURNMENT:
OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting January 24, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES
I. CALL TO ORDER: Ed called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVE MINUTES: Joel Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of
January 17, 2008 as written. Jim Seconded. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: March J. Stanek, William B. & Edith W. Spencer,
Sharon V. Smith.
PISTOL PERMITS: None.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
1. Public Hearing, 2008 Road Projects: Ed called the Public Hearing to order
at 7:05 p.m., explaining that it was a duly ordered public hearing for the proposed road projects and seeking public input. Robert Saunders of Louis Berger Group, the Town’s engineer presented the Selectmen with a list of road projects in order of priority. He explained that he met with Wayne Richardson, the Road Agent to identify the roads that are in need of repair/reconstruction. They prioritized the list using safety as the number one factor, considering the number of residents that live on the road. Robert explained the various terminologies involved. The five roads proposed are:
1. Sawmill Road, reclaim to Kona Farm Road $111,740.40
2. Kona Farm Road Part 2, reclaim 51,500.44
3. Hanson Mill Road, reclaim 53,392.53
4. Glidden Road Intersection, reconstruct 18,141.11
5. Shaker Jerry Road, shim and overlay 56,133.00
$290,907.48
**Please Note: Items to be placed on the weekly Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda must be submitted no later than Tuesday, noon.
Office of Selectmen
P. O. Box 139 / 6 Holland Street
Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-2347
AGENDASelectmen’s Meeting January 31, 2008
I. CALL TO ORDER: 5:00 PM
5:05 Non-Public Session, Personnel MatterII. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW / APPROVAL MINUTES: January 24, 2008
IV. NEW RESIDENTS AND PISTOL PERMITS:
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
8:00 Non-Public Session, Donna Kuethe, Personnel MatterVI. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Concord Regional Solid Waste Resource Recovery Cooperative
2. Municipal Pest Management Services, Inc., 2008 Contract
3. Application for Sign Permit, MYTY, Inc., 1298 Whittier Highway
4. Cartographic Assoc., Inc., GIS Internet Service Proposal
5. Petition for Warrant Article, American Red Cross
6. Petition for Warrant Article, Starting Point: Services for Victims
of Domestic & Sexual Violence
7. Petition for Warrant Article, Moultonborough Suicide Prevention &
Mental Health Coalition
8. Petition for Warrant Article, Community/Senior Center
9. Chief Scott Kinmond, Dog Licensing & Restraining Fine ChangesVII. OLD BUSINESS:
1. Keld Agnar, Fox Hollow Intersection – Privately Funded
Volunteer ProjectVIII. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. Legislative Update
2. Planning Board Update
3. Administration Update
4. Moultonborough Planning Board Meeting Minutes, January 23, 2008
5. Municipal Needs Committee Work Sessions, January 17th & 23rdIX. PENDING:
1. Moultonborough Transfer Project, January 10, 2008,
LBG Recommendation
2. Moultonborough Transfer Station Project RFP’s (2),
January 30, 2008, 3:45 pm
3. Public Hearing, 2008 Budget, February 11, 2008, 7:00 pm
4. Public Hearing, 2008 Warrant Articles, February 14, 2008, 7:05 pmX. CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Anna DeRose, January 24, 2008XI. ADJOURNMENT:
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH 03254
Selectmen’s Meeting January 31, 2008
Draft
MINUTES
Present: Selectmen: Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator, Hope K. Kokas, Office Secretary.
I. CALL TO ORDER: Karel called the meeting to Order at 5:00 P.M.
5:05 Non-Public Session, Personnel Matter: Jim Made a Motion for the Selectmen to go into Non-Public Session per RSA 91-A:3 II (a). Ed Seconded the Motion. Karel asked for a roll call: Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye. The Selectmen went into Non-Public Session at 5:05 pm.
Betsey Made the Motion to come out of Non-Public Session. Joel Seconded the Motion. Karel asked for a roll call: Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye. The Selectmen came out of Non-Public Session at 7:00 pm.
Betsey Made the Motion to seal the Minutes of the Non-Public Session until the 2008 Budget is approved. Jim Seconded the Motion. The Motion carried Unanimously.
7:01 Karel introduced Carter Terenzini, the new Town Administrator to the audience. She explained that while he is still employed by the Town of Spenser in Spenser, MA, he will be attending our Selectmen’s meetings on Thursday nights and in the office Fridays and Saturday mornings as his schedule will allow. Karel added that the Town will hold an Open House for the public to meet Carter and will be scheduled as soon as he comes on board full time.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES: Ed Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of January 24, 2008 as written. Jim Seconded. Joann Farnham asked the Selectmen to amend the Minutes of January 24, 2008. She explained that while talking about the Recreation Advisory Board, she then asked a question concerning the Senior Needs Committee. Mrs. Farnham asked that the Minutes reflect that she inquired on behalf of the Senior Needs Committee, about the use of a meeting room at the Lions Club. The Motion carried Unanimously.
IV. NEW RESIDENTS: Harry A. Harrison, Linda C. Seek, Stephen J. & Sheila D. Rowe, James W. Russell, Barbara M. Goodyear.
PISTOL PERMITS: Brian Burrows, George R. Mottram, Russell S. Nolin, Jordan S. Prouty, Nicholas A. Savage, Samuel G. Sneyd.
V. PUBLIC MEETING:
1. Rick Heath presented a letter to the Selectmen and asked to read it into the permanent records and attached to the Minutes. He commended Betsey Patten for her decision on January 10, 2008 to leave the budget workshop meeting due to it not being posted and in her opinion a violation of the Right to Know law. Mr. Heath asked the Selectmen why they continued the meeting. Karel stated she felt that the meeting was a continuation of previous budget work sessions, and as Chair, takes full responsibility for not posting it. She added that as a work session, it is difficult to get all five members together to meet and felt that it was best to continue the meeting. Ed agreed with Karel, that the meeting was a continuation of the previous budget work session and the Selectmen have mentioned on several occasions that they are in the middle of the budget process. He added that the first part of the meeting involved Non-Public discussion, therefore excluding from the public attending. In addition, Ed informed Mr. Heath that Betsey did not stay to hear from her fellow Board members their reasons why to continue the work session, which he feels is allowed in the RSA. Joel stated that it was a continuation of the budget work session, which had been announced, and offered an apology for the sign not being posted on the door. The goal was to work on the budget and get as much done as possible. He added that there were no major decisions made and the budget is still not finalized. Jim agreed that it was a continuation of the budget work session that had been previously started.
2. Hollis Austin presented the Selectmen with his letter and read it into the Minutes (attached), asking where the Master Plan Steering Committee and Work Group meetings are posted and where to find the minutes. In addition he asked how much the Town has spent on the services received by MRI year to date. Karel stated that she attended last night’s Planning Board meeting and inquired about the one and only bill just recently received by the Town from MRI for a total of $19,000. She added that she expressed her displeasure that they haven’t been billed monthly and informed the Planning Board members that she had to call MRI requesting a bill. In regards to posting meetings and minutes for the Master Plan Committee, etc., Karel informed Mr. Austin that it is the responsibility of the Land Use office and the Planning Board. Ed commented that the contract with MRI will be expiring very soon. Judy Ryerson, the Chair of the Planning Board stated that the meeting notices and minutes are posted in the Town Hall, at the Moultonborough and Center Harbor Post Offices and also in the Land Use office.
8:00 Non-Public Session, Donna Kuethe, Personnel Matter:
