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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         November 13, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES

Present: Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, 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 November 6, 2008 as written.  Ed Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  None.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. Karin Nelson, Lees Pond, Milfoil Treatment:  Ms. Nelson, as the Treasurer of the Lee’s Pond Association, told the Selectmen that this past summer they treated Lee’s Pond for milfoil using the chemical treatment of “24D” at the cost of $10,000 and a vacuum harvester for $4,000.  She stated that the treatment went well, but they discovered more.  Their association checked with DES and learned that this year they can only offer a 1/3 match vs. 50/50 match as in the past.  Ms. Nelson asked the Selectmen if they could support a petition requesting $5,000....

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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254 Selectmen’s Meeting         November 6, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES

Present: Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, 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 October 16, 2008 and the Minutes of the October 23, 2008 Work Session as written.  Ed Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Kaila E. & Samuel B. Catalano, Trevor D. Stone, Meagan C. Prudhomme, Zachary A. Tremblay, Troy Lewis, Kathleen I. Kramer, Donald S. & June C. Hall, Richard A. Engfor, Donna M. & Thomas W. Riel, Mark A. Meehan, Samantha Suzanne S. Booth, Irene V. Canty, Jennifer K. Stanford, Brian Bourgeois, Richard W. Grossman, Elaine R. Warshell, Ashley D. Logue, Robin L. Cheney, Phillip K. Sullivan, Janet E. & Dennis P. Sullivan, Suzene L. Bonner, Andrea D. Bonner, Bryan W. Sindorf, Brittany C. Ruiz, Ryan C. Cahoon, Evan R. Ames, Michael S. Grzelak.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. Rick Heath asked the Selectmen what the new schedule is for their meeting.  He added that he was unaware and came to attend a meeting during the past two weeks and found that there was none.  Karel informed him that the Selectmen meet the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday of the month.  The 4th Thursday is utilized for the Selectmen’s work session and the 5th Thursday will be used as an optional work session if needed.  Mr. Heath asked if the work session minutes were posted.  Karel replied.......

 

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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         October 16, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES

Present: Selectmen:  Edward J. Charest; James F. Gray; Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, 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 October 9, 2008 as written.  Jim Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Kendra S. Gravelle, Daniel M. Roy, Julie A. & Steven M. Steiner, Janice L. & Ross J. Bagley, David S. & Christine A. Boyce, Dana T. Lingelbach, Noel M. Monacella, George R. Swedberg.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. Bill Denley, Candidate for State Senate, District 3:  Mr. Denley introduced himself to the Selectmen, adding that he is the Republican candidate for District 3.  He is a resident of Wakefield, an attorney, owner of a small business with up to 250 employees, and has had one term in the House of Representatives.  Mr. Denley added that from his experience as an employer, he is knowledgeable about the economy.  He feels that the state is headed in the wrong direction.  As a conservative, he is against over regulation and the taxation of small businesses.  He cited that the state has spent money it doesn’t have.  Ed asked Mr. Denley his opinion on a mandatory seat belt law.  He replied that he is against it as it is a question of liberty and philosophy, and leaves it up to each individual to decide.  Ed commented that leaving it up to the individual impacts the public at large.....

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  OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         October 9, 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, 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 October 2, 2008 as written.  Ed Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Jason A. & Lisa M. Arnstein, Beryl M. Davis, III, Carol A. Blaney, William G. Near, Jasmine M. Chase, Katherine E. Voke, Samuel B. Catalano.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. Bud Martin, Candidate for NH Senate District 3:  Judge Martin introduced himself to the Selectmen, informing them that he has been a resident of Sandwich for 20 years and has been a judge for family and children matters.  He stated he’s committed to representing the 17 towns in District 3 and keeping the lines of communication open.  Judge Martin added that the economy will be his focus.  He received the questionnaire sent to him by the Selectmen and provided each with a copy of his answers to their questions.  He stated that he is in favor of a constitutional amendment for targeted aide to needy towns and not in favor of a statewide property tax.  Karel asked him about his stand on a mandatory seatbelt law.  Judge Martin stated that he is in favor of a mandatory seatbelt law; citing that protecting the public outweighs the loss of freedom....

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• While not seen anywhere in the "draft" minutes, it was clearly mentioned a number of times during the agenda item: Authorize Letter of Intent for LWC Grant & Expenditure for C/SC Reserves  that there were no plans for any new recreation building and that site planing is soley based upon the exisitng Lions Club building footprint. Unless you were there ( or watch the video on this website) you would never know this important fact.  

    OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254 Selectmen’s Meeting         October 2, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES

Present: Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest; Joel R. Mudgett; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, 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 September 18, 2008 as written.  Betsey Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Peter J. & Julia E. Velie, David E. Shapiro-Barnard, Linda R. & John H. Allen, Robert J. Ladd, Corey A. Voivin, Mark E. Hagopian, Leo J. & Linda B. Ward, Peter C. & Eileen M. May, Brenda E. & Daniel W. Dimeo, Peter G. Smith, Heather Dean, Daniel O. Hogan, Richard P. & Nancy L. Zeloski, Anne Marie E. Maroun, Norris Viviors, Freyer Sverrisson, Janet L. Sawin, Marie A. Costanza, Bruce W. & Charity E. Parker, Gary G. Wallace.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. Susette Remson, Tax Collector, Tax Deeding:  Susette reminded the Selectmen that the tax deeding was to occur on September 24, 2008, but on that day their office received a telephone call from one tax payer requesting an extension.  Susette explained that only the Selectmen can grant an extension and they would vote on it at their next meeting.  She added that since September 24th, this resident has paid the 2005 taxes due.  This leaves one delinquent property tax payer and they are now requesting an extension to October 15, 2008.  Susette explained that previously her office wasn’t able to talk to this property owner, but communicated with their real estate agent who forwarded the message.  The property owner has just recently called and asked for the extension.  Susette added that they have made a partial payment toward the 2005 taxes and if the property was tax deeded this amount would need to be refunded to the property owner.  Betsey Made the Motion to grant an extension to Glen F. and Wendy Crosby, 175 Long Island Road, Map 271 Lot 004 until the close of the business day, 4:00 p.m. on October 15, 2008.  Betsey added that she wanted the Crosbys to know that this is the “drop dead” date.  Ed Seconded the Motion.   The Motion carried Unanimously.
2. Public Hearing:  Proposed Policy Adoption PEG Channel Access:  Karel opened the meeting for the public to comment.  Al Hume asked if the Selectmen had received any communication regarding the proposed policy....

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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         September 18, 2008
DRAFT
MINUTES

Present: Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray; Joel R. Mudgett; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, 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 September 11, 2008 as written.  Ed Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Jessica L. Kirwin, Jordan M. Scampoli, Candice E. Clough, Melvin E. & Constance H. Trott, Paul R. & Nancilee Carroll.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:  None.

VI. NEW BUSINESS:

1. Referred from Workshop – Proposed Policy PEG Channel Access:  Karel asked Carter to proceed with his presentation on this proposed policy.  In a Power Point presentation, Carter first explained the reasoning for the Selectmen to develop the Public, Education, Government Access Channel policy.  Recurring events require a framework, providing consistency without singularism or favoritism.  The goal in developing the policy is to eliminate legal problems for the Town and its’ residents.  Carter stated that he reviewed other town’s policies and he was able to put together a policy that fit Moultonborough.  He added that Meredith and Tilton contract with Lakes Region Public Access and therefore their policies were not on line to view.  The Selectmen have worked on at least six drafts which have been reviewed by staff, Town Counsel, Time Warner and the School Board.  Carter explained the purpose of the policy, who can access it, what activities are prohibited, restrictions which includes the requirement of a disclaimer statement appearing at the beginning and end of the broadcast, the process to request access, the appeal process, scheduling, the complaint process, disciplinary action which consists of the three strikes and you are out rule.  Carter explained that the only cost to the Town is the Town Administrator’s time.  He informed the Selectmen that the School Board has expressed an interest to start a media program, which would require funds for equipment, but would be an exciting opportunity for students.  Carter provided the Selectmen with the final draft which reflected minor edits.  The Selectmen were asked....

 

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  OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254
 
Selectmen’s Meeting                                                                                                 September 11, 2008
 
MINUTES
DRAFT

 
Present:            Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray; Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, Secretary.
 
I.          CALL TO ORDER:  Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
 
Karel asked that everyone participate in a moment of silence in memory of the victims of September 11, 2001.
 
II.        PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
 
III.       REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES:  Joel Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of August 28, 2008 as written.  Betsey Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV.       NEW RESIDENTS:  Joshua A. Nyecki, Richard L. & Dianne L. Davis, Isabelle L. Schweich, Alexander & Bernadette MacIsaac, Eun Yeo & Sug Lan Won, Diana R. Stillberger, Matthew C. & Sheri J. Jensen, Misty L. Sanborn, Alice H. Osseiran, Arlene M. & Leo H. Wilson.
 
V.        PUBLIC MEETING:
 
1.         Dorothy Solomon, Candidate for Carroll County Commissioner:  Ms. Solomon introduced herself to the Selectmen, reminding them that she ran two years ago for the same office.  If elected, the emphasis will be to bring stability and discussion between the commissioner and the delegation.  Ms. Solomon will focus on the county’s nursing home and providing a place of dignity for the residents.  Another area of focus is on the county jail and decreasing the cost that occurs with the high rate of repeat offenders.  In order to do this when a prisoner is released, the county must ensure a place to live, employment, treatment for substance abuse and mental health issues.  Ms. Solomon concluded that if elected she will manage the county prudently.
2.         Hollis Austin presented his letter to the Selectmen, reading it into the Minutes, repeating his concern of the lack of public access to broadcast on Time Warner Cable (see attached)....

 

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These are "draft" minutes and not verbatim as provided by the Selectmen's Officc. We encourage attendees to comment on any errors or inconsitencies so we can provide the public with correct and complete minutes.

OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         August 28, 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, Secretary.
 
I. CALL TO ORDER:  Karel called the meeting to Order at 6:30 P.M.

Jim Made the Motion to go into Non-Public session per RSA 91-A:3 (a).  Betsey Seconded the Motion.  Karel called for a roll call:  Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye.  The Selectmen went into Non-Public session at 6:32 p.m.

Joel Made the Motion to come out of Non-Public session.  Ed Seconded the Motion.  Karel called for a roll call:  Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye.  The Selectmen came out of Non-Public session at 6:55 p.m.

Betsey Made the Motion to seal the Non-Public Minutes until the matters are resolved.  Ed Seconded the Motion.  The Motion carried Unanimously.

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

III. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES:  Ed Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of August 14, 2008 as written.  Jim Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Dolores J. Law, Richard L. & Nancy H. Lapan, Jessica L. Barrett, Joel D. & Sarah A. Weeman, Edward M. Kaers, David A. & Mary T. Daigneault, Douglas P. & Stephanie Desjardins, Jonathan A. Cornellier, Patricia A. & Todd M. Cornellier, Karl E. & Theresa B. Eichhorn, Julio Colón, Jaime L. & Brian Thornock, William S. Burr, John E. & Margaret W. Aron, Donald B. & Marilyn L. Weatherbee, William J. Ponte.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. Dave Babson, Candidate for State Senate District 3:  Mr. Babson introduced himself to the Selectmen, explaining that he is running for the District 3 Senate seat.  Karel asked him to talk about his thoughts on educational funding in the state.  He stated that he supports targeted aid to needy towns and a constitutional amendment returning the control of education to the legislature.  Mr. Babson added that the state now has a huge deficit due to the recent bonding and has created indebtedness to future generations.  He would like to see changes to the federally funded and regulated fuel assistance program to ensure that there are enough funds for those that really need it.  He explained that presently those who apply for fuel assistance do not have to report their assets and only the last 30 days of employment is verified. .......

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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254
 
Selectmen’s Meeting                                                                                                 August 14, 2008
 DRAFT
MINUTES

 
Present:            Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, Secretary.
 
I.          CALL TO ORDER:  Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.
 
II.        PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
 
III.       REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES:  Jim Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of July 24, 2008 as written.  Ed Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV.       NEW RESIDENTS:  Michael D. Visbeck, Andrew D. Moore, Cynthia J. Tucker, Anne M. & Raymond H. Potvin, Marvin J. Padilla, Justin T. Avery, William J. Hyner, Seth A. Young, Derek A. Duke, Henry J. Arsenault, Yannick Rousseau, Rodyan Quinonez, Richard L. & Dianne L. Davis, Judith C. & Dudley Hare, Ralph K. & Patricia A. Putnam, Victoria A. King.
 
V.        PUBLIC MEETING:
 
1.         Non-Public Session, Personnel Matters:  The Selectmen did not have a quorum for the scheduled Non-Public Session.
2.         Bob Wallace, Steamboat Rally:  Mr. Wallace informed the Selectmen that the annual Steamboat Rally will be held on Friday, September 5th through Sunday, September 14th.  They will begin to prepare on Thursday, September 4th, mowing, installing docks, etc.  There will be the annual parade and fireworks are scheduled for Tuesday, September 12th.  As in year’s past the Steamboat Rally Committee requests that the Town provide the portable toilets and electricity.  The Selectmen approved of the request by Consensus and thanked the members of the Steamboat Rally for the good work that they do.
2.         Don Muscavitz, Adopt-a-Spot:  Mr. Muscavitz requested that his sign be removed from the Library’s garden, as the month’s worth of rain has killed his flower garden.  He asked the Selectmen for their direction regarding what he should do next; i.e., remove and clean up the plants, re-plant, etc.  Karel stated that the Selectmen understood his predicament and suggested that he contact the Library Trustees to see what they want done.
3.         Al Hume, Citizen’s Petition:  Mr. Hume read the petition he presented to the Administration office regarding their request to place the question on the 2009 Town Warrant to see if the Town will vote to approve the creation, funding and construction of a Firearms Training and Certification area at the Waste Management facility.
4.         Hollis Austin, MCA & Time Warner Public Access Channel:  Mr. Austin read his letter into the Minutes regarding the Alliance’s request to Time Warner to broadcast their videos of the Selectmen’s Meetings......

 

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  OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         July 24, 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, 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 July 10, 2008 as written.  Ed Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Michelle L. Latuch, Douglas A. Dubois, Alice C. Richmond, Alyssa L. Guillbeault, Pamela J. Urda, Philip J. St. Onge, Jeffrey P. & Patricia W. Innis, Marybeth Partipilo, Henry & Josephine Hoppe, Henry G. Hoppe, R. Lacey & John P. Colligan.
 
V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. John Anderson asked the Selectmen if they could look into the possibility of offering health insurance to residents under the Town’s group plan, with the resident paying total cost.  Karel replied that she was not sure this was legal, but they will look into it.  Mr. Anderson also asked the Selectmen to consider budgeting $50,000 for milfoil treatment, as many waterfront properties are being negatively impacted and will result in reduced market values.
2. Chip Albee, Candidate for Carroll County Commissioner:  Mr. Albee introduced himself to the Selectmen and stated that his family, the Severances have been in Moultonborough from before the American Revolution.  He recognized that Moultonborough pays 21% of the Carroll County budget.  He expressed concern about how money is being spent in the county and that the lack of public input is also a problem.  Mr. Albee feels that the County needs to consider the cost to heat the old nursing home building vs. constructing a new energy efficient one.  He commented that the County has responded to today’s storm emergency as it should and it also needs to address public transportation.  Karel thanked him for coming.
3. Non-Public Session, Personnel Matters:

VI. NEW BUSINESS:
 
1. Public Hearing Continuation/Deliberations Re:  Proposed Shooting Range for MPD at Holland Street Transfer Station:  Karel opened the Public Hearing.  Al Hume presented a citizens’ petition.....

 

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The Citizen            July 12th. 2008

 

The Moultonboro Citizens Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to public involvement in town government, is pleased to announce that beginning on July 15^th, 2008 at 7pm, the Moultonboro Selectmen’s meetings as well as other public meetings,  will be broadcast in their entirety on Time Warner Cable’s public access channel. The first meeting to be broadcast will be the most recent Selectmen’s meeting, July 10, 2008. In addition and soon after broadcast, the meetings will also be available on the Moultonboro Citizens Alliance website: (Http://www.MoultonboroCitizensAlliance.org). This service is provided at no cost to the taxpayers of Moultonboro. It is completely a volunteer effort. We wish to thank all those who made this possible by contributing their valuable time and resources to this effort. The Moultonboro Citizens Alliance believes that providing this service to the public will greatly enhance citizen involvement and participation in local government. We are confident that our selectmen ,school board members and other public bodies will welcome this increased access to local government for the citizens they serve.  If you or someone you know is interested in supporting our organization, please contact us via email at : MoultonboroCitizensAlliance@Yahoo.com or via regular mail : Moultonboro Citizens Alliance, PO Box 678 Moultonboro, NH 03254.

 

 

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Note from the MCA: For those of you not able to attend this meeting, the following is intended as a clarification of some of the discussion that took place. 

 

·                       Meals on Wheels- The minute’s note that the MOW director Donna Grow wanted to remind everyone that the program was not a "soup kitchen". While that was mentioned it was in the context of people not asking for help as they think of it as soup kitchen and they ( MOW) did not want to discourage the seniors from asking for help. MOW will provide meals to seniors in their homes if needed or in group settings such as at the town owned Lions Club building.

·                       Moultonboro web site- still no commitment from the Town to get this live. The MCA questions just how high a priority this is. Of particular concern is the calendar feature (emphatically discussed by Jim Leiterman, but omitted from the minutes).

·                       Moultonboro Police firing range at transfer station- It was stated by the MPD that the use of the range would be limited to Moultonboro PD only (not mentioned in the minutes) and that the night time shooting would only occur in the fall. Also discussed was that the range would only be used for qualifying and that amounts to a small number of days once all officers (16 currently) qualify. The minute’s state "training" which was not what was presented. Throughout the presentation it was implied that the use of the facility would be very limited.  Lastly, Cpl. Canfield stated that the range would be used mostly on Wednesday's when the facility is closed. Chief Kinmond stated (and we agree) that to minimize overtime it may require use of the facility for a qualification at the end of a shift not on a Wednesday.

·                       Al Hume/Kate Lancor home heating crisis- Not mentioned is the detail from Kate Lancor that the assistance is limited to $500 per season not per fill. Al Hume and Jim Leiterman both volunteered  to assist Kate Lancor  and expressed great concern that there needs to be some help for  seniors and those that have fixed incomes. Not discussed is what can the Town do to reduce oil related costs such as reducing PD vehicle miles, reduce idling, lower thermostat etc.  It seemed that the burden would fall on the state/federal government, but the MCA believes that there are many things the Town can do to reduce cost and keep within budgets.

·                       Adopt a Spot- While we appreciate the fine work and donations to the Sutherland Park adopt a spot, there are other spots in town that other volunteers adopted. While the Selectmen neglected to thank all volunteers, the MCA would like to thank the many people and companies involved for a great volunteer effort.

  These minutes are Draft Minutes as provided by the Selectmen. They are not verbatim and may not reflect actual discussion. We welcome any corrections  or comments from the public.   OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254
 
Selectmen’s Meeting                                                                                                 July 10, 2008
 DRAFT
MINUTES

 
Present:            Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, Joel R. Mudgett; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Hope K. Kokas, 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 June 26, 2008 as written.  Joel Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV.       NEW RESIDENTS:  Margo E. Reasner, Emily M. Litcof, Curtis P. LeBlanc, Christopher F. Swenson, Randall G. & Candice L. Washburn, Jennifer K. Stanford, Valerie A. & William J. Hynes, Erin A. Dibenedetto, Eric S. Perl, Jay C. Hurd.
 
V.        PUBLIC MEETING:
 
1.         Jim Hambrook, PAD Realty Corp., Request Additional Parking on Town Property:  Mr. Hambrook stated that he is representing Peter DiSalvo owner of PAD Realty Corp. and of the building located on 4 Whittier Highway, Town owned property.  They have requested from the Planning Board a change of use for the building (from accounting office to real estate). ......

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"It’s an attempt to be transparent and accessible to the

public... It’s better for the people."

Frank Michel . Former Meredith NH Selectmen.

 

BY ADAM DRAPCHO               July 1st, 2008

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

 

MEREDITH — As the Inter-Lakes School Board tries to decide if it should record its meetings for broadcast, it will not have to look far to fi nd an opinion on the matter. Bob Longabaugh, an Alton resident and former selectman, has been involved in recording meetings there for about a decade. He and other volunteers started with the Selectboard in October of 1999, then moved on to the school board, and most recently got the Joint Maintenance Agreement board, which governs the high school Alton shares with Barnstead, to agree to pay to record themselves. “It combines two hobbies: motion pictures and civic activism,” said Longabaugh. The elected offi cials were a little wary of the idea initially, but he said they soon began receiving more positive feedback than negative, and they now support the recordings.....

 

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"This is what it’s all about openness in government"

Denise Beauchaine,

Executive director for Lakes Region Public Access television

 

 

BY ADAM DRAPCHO               July 1st, 2008

THE LACONIA DAILY SUN

 

LACONIA — Some municipal boards have been doing it for decades, some are just beginning to get their hands dirty with it, and others are trying to decide if the time is right for them to start. But for any of the local municipalities who broadcast their meetings on Lakes Region Public Access (LRPA) television, all of them know Denise Beauchaine, executive director of LRPA. Local MetroCast cable customers know LRPA

as cable channels 24, 25 and 26. There are twelve communities affi liated with LRPA through Metro-Cast, including Laconia, Gilford, Gilmanton, Meredith, Tilton, Belmont and Alton. Some communities, such as Alton, broadcast many of their meetings, while others tape only one board. Meredith’s Selectboard and Laconia’s City Council are the only two boards that broadcast their meetings live.....

 

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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254 Selectmen’s Meeting         June 26, 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, Secretary.
 
I. CALL TO ORDER:  Karel called the meeting to Order at 3:00 P.M.

Ed made the Motion to recess to confer with Town Counsel.  Jim seconded the Motion.  Karel asked for a roll call:  Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye.

Ed made the Motion to adjourn at 5:10 p.m.  Jim Seconded the Motion.  The Motion carried Unanimously.

II. CALL TO ORDER:  Karel called the meeting to Order at 7:00 P.M.

III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

IV. REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES:  Ed Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of June 12, 2008 as written.  Betsey Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
V. NEW RESIDENTS:  Evan Sangrow, Donald A. & Kathleen A. Margeson, Chad D. Cote, Joe R. Smith, Michael T. & Bonnie L. Donahue.
 
VI. PUBLIC MEETING:

7:00 SAU & Board of Selectmen Joint Meeting - Advisory Budget Committee/Composition & Appointments:  Karel stated that the Selectmen and the School Board are meeting together to hear the recommendations from the working group made up of Ed Charest, Jim Gray, Carter Terenzini, Mike Lancor, Laurie Whitley, and Kathy Garry.  Laurie Whitley introduced fellow School Board members in attendance, Mark Borrin, Kathy Garry and Bill Blackadar.  Ms. Whitley reminded everyone that the Budget Committee Study Group, sanctioned at the 2006 Town Meeting made their recommendation in the fall to create an advisory budget committee. ....

 

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Note from the MCA: These minutes are Draft Minutes as provided by the Selectmen. They are not verbatim and may not reflect actual discussion, nor do they contain correspondence submited for the record .We welcome any corrections  or comments from the public.     OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254

Selectmen’s Meeting         June 12, 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, 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 May 29, 2008 as written.  Betsey Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.

IV. NEW RESIDENTS:  Tammy J. Daoust, John F. & Cheryl A. Botto, Melissa A. Walker, William F. Gustafson, Susan C. Nenning-Appleby, Carter Terenzini.

V. PUBLIC MEETING:

1. John McRae, Vice Chair of the Senior Site Council of the Lions Club, requested that the Selectmen appropriate the $3,000 from Article 13 to be used to assist the Meals on Wheels drivers, increases in the cost of food and lunch scholarships for seniors, etc.  Carter commented that in his discussions with the Senior Needs Committee, their petition for Article 13 was mainly for the purpose to update their brochure.  Joann Farnham, the sponsor of the petition warrant article stated that the purpose for the money was to update the brochure and newsletter.  Mr. McRae stated that if the Selectmen were to approve the request, the funds would go to senior programming and activities besides Meals on Wheels...... 

 

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The Meredith News        May 29th,  2008

 

SARAH SCHMIDT

SSCHMIDT@SALMONPRESS.COM

MOULTONBORO – The Board of Selectmen voted unanimously in favor of no longer reading or summarizing submitted citizen correspondence, irking some residents. Often, at the end of a selectmen’s meeting, letters submitted to the board by residents, organizations, and other agencies are summarized by the chair, and summarized in the meeting minutes. During the May 15 meeting, Moultonboro resident Paul Punturieri submitted a letter to the selectmen, specifying that it be read in its entirety, not summarized. Punturieri had written the letter to selectmen, asking that they reconsider allowing certain public employees to have the day off to attend Town Meeting on Saturday. He began the letter with the statement, “This is a brief letter and I would ask that it be read, not summarized.” Chair Karel Crawford summarized Punturieri’s statements, and the selectmen spoke in favor of allowing town employees from the library and the waste management facility to attend, in order to emphasize the importance of Town Meeting. After this, Punturieri and Moultonboro resident Rick Heath wrote letters to area newspapers, criticizing the act of summarizing submitted

correspondence. “At the May15 selectmen's meeting they (selectmen) refused to read into the minutes a letter to them that was asked to be "read not summarized" in their usual manner,” wrote Heath. “It was then barely summarized, after some rather condescending comments by the chair. It is a sad note when a taxpayer cannot have a note read into the minutes of a selectmen's meeting because it is in disagreement with them.”

The board’s decision last week means that all letters from citizens will be accepted, but not read aloud in either entirety or summary. If a citizen wants the letter to become part of the minutes, the letter must be read at the meeting by the citizen, or by their representative. TownAdministrator Carter Terenzini said that selectmen were concerned about “being taken to task” for how the letters were read or summarized. Terenzini said that letters will still be put in public record, alongside the meeting minutes. “If we keep doing it, we may put the wrong inflection on it, or the wrong summarization,” said Selectman Ed Charest. “It also takes a lot of time to read them all aloud, and Hope (Kokas) has to transcribe the entire letter into the minutes.” Charest said that selectmen were concerned that one summary might be considered to have been read more favorably than another.  Punturieri expressed disappointment in the selectmen’s decision, calling it a less transparent method of operating. He said that people might not know what is being asked when selectmen summarize it. “To not read every letter equally seems prejudicial,” said Punturieri. “There can be many missed points when summaries are made. In my opinion, they’re only reading letters they want to read”

 

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OFFICE OF SELECTMEN
6 HOLLAND STREET
PO BOX 139
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH  03254
 
Selectmen’s Meeting                                                                                                 May 22, 2008
 DRAFT
MINUTES 
Present:            Selectmen:  Karel A. Crawford, Edward J. Charest, James F. Gray, Joel R. Mudgett, Betsey L. Patten; Carter Terenzini, Town Administrator; Carol A. Fucarile, Executive Secretary.
 
I.          CALL TO ORDER:  Karel called the meeting to Order at 6:30 P.M.
 
6:30     Non-Public, Personnel Matter:  Jim Made the Motion for the Selectmen to go into Non-Public Session per RSA 91-A:3 (a).  Betsey Seconded the Motion.  Karel called for a roll call:  Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye.  The Selectmen went into Non-Public Session at 6:36 p.m.
 
            Betsey Made the Motion for the Selectmen to come out of Non-Public Session.  Joel Seconded the Motion.  Karel called for a roll call:  Jim – Aye; Betsey – Aye; Ed – Aye; Joel – Aye; Karel – Aye.  The Selectmen came out of Non-Public Session at 6:50.
 
II.        PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
 
III.       REVIEW/APPROVE MINUTES:  Ed Made the Motion to approve the Minutes of May 15, 2008 as written.  Betsey Seconded.  The Motion carried unanimously.
 
IV.       NEW RESIDENTS:  Jarvis M. Jayne, Donald A. McDonnell, Alexis Iriana and Joseph T. McGonagle.
 
V.        PUBLIC MEETING:  Karel announced that, in Non-Public Session, the Town hired a new patrolman, Jared Beaulieu, who will start with the Town of Moultonborough on June 9, 2008.
 
VI.       NEW BUSINESS:
 
1.         Presentation Re:  Fox Hollow Task 3 Direction:  Carter read his Memorandum to the Board of Selectmen which explained the three basic issues...

The Laconia Daily Sun                   May 23rd, 2008

 

Letter to the Editor:

The Moultonboro Selectmen recently decided to hold their meetings on the second and fourth Thursday’s during the month of June rather than weekly. Selectman Ed Charest was quoted as saying that the agendas are usually lighter in the summer months, so it makes sense to have fewer meetings.

 

He further stated that, ‘It could be a good thing. My reading folder is so thick each week. I hate coming here and making decisions with material I haven’t even had time to think about’, as quoted in the Meredith News.

 

I have to wonder just what he is implying buy such a statement. Is he saying that he is not fully informed when he is voting on how the town spends it's tax dollars? One might conclude that he may be following the votes of his fellow selectmen and not voting being fully informed himself of this issues set before the committee.

 

 This is not unlike the tendency to follow the flow as it may be for many folks at Town Meeting. The idea of not voting along with the majority is intimidating to people at Town Meetings, that’s why SB2 is so important.

 

Linda Punturieri

Moultonboro, NH

 

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