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July 21, 2020
11 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
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Present: Wayne Miller, Don Klein, Veronica Kell
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Veronica Kell did not take part in one vote (recused or out of the room).
Every vote, in order
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
We appoint the election workers as listed for terms effective August 15, 2020 to August 15, 2021: Wardens: Sharon Lacasse Jane Stonefield Betty Mae Tenney Clerks: Joyce Boyes Darlene Coit Jane...
VK moved that we appoint the election workers as listed for terms effective August 15, 2020 to August 15, 2021: Wardens: Sharon Lacasse Jane Stonefield Betty Mae Tenney Clerks: Joyce Boyes Darlene Coit Jane Jackson Julia Stockwell Inspectors: Jan Wesson-Snapp Lindsay Morand Louise Thorpe Jerrilyn Bozicas Clare Kauppi Debra Stoll Donna Lynn Pinkerton Kathy Spaulding Karen Clement Sandra Tuttle Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for July 21, 2020 1 Helen Kezar Janet Vesper Anne Foresman Ellen Duval Marie Barnaby Linda Durette Eino Kauppi Lynne Connors Elaine Martin Lisa Sciacca Donna Miller Lynne LeBlanc Barbara Wheeler Christine Emanouil Hayes Peter Buxton Joseph Gallant Rhonda Gallant Abigail Johnson Evan Shine Kathryn Dow Charlotte Brown Maryann Henson Penny Lorenzen Patricia Delong Carol Hoffses Ballot Box Clerk: Cheryl Simoneau Sandra Stevens Brian Colby John Stonefield Pam Haman Counters: Brian Funaiole Stephen Spofford Michael Foster DK seconded. Unanimous vote (roll call vote taken).
From the minutes
“VK moved that we appoint the election workers as listed for terms effective August 15, 2020 to August 15, 2021: Wardens: Sharon Lacasse Jane Stonefield Betty Mae Tenney Clerks: Joyce Boyes Darlene Coit Jane Jackson Julia Stockwell Inspectors: Jan Wesson-Snapp Lindsay Morand Louise Thorpe Jerrilyn Bozicas Clare Kauppi Debra Stoll Donna Lynn Pinkerton Kathy Spaulding Karen Clement Sandra Tuttle Selectmen's Meeting Minutes for July 21, 2020 1 Helen Kezar Janet Vesper Anne Foresman Ellen Duval Marie Barnaby Linda Durette Eino Kauppi Lynne Connors Elaine Martin Lisa Sciacca Donna Miller Lynne LeBlanc Barbara Wheeler Christine Emanouil Hayes Peter Buxton Joseph Gallant Rhonda Gallant Abigail Johnson Evan Shine Kathryn Dow Charlotte Brown Maryann Henson Penny Lorenzen Patricia Delong Carol Hoffses Ballot Box Clerk: Cheryl Simoneau Sandra Stevens Brian Colby John Stonefield Pam Haman Counters: Brian Funaiole Stephen Spofford Michael Foster DK seconded. Unanimous vote (roll call vote taken)..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
Appoint Paul Walter as a Recycling Attendant 1 effective July 21, 2020 contingent upon the passing of a medical exam and CORI check with a one-year probation
VK moved to appoint Paul Walter as a Recycling Attendant 1 effective July 21, 2020 contingent upon the passing of a medical exam and CORI check with a one-year probation. DK seconded. VK raised concerns with an employee Supervising 2 of her children. Mr. Kreidler explained under the ethic laws that would not be allowed. The Town Administrator would be the Supervisor in this situation. VK asked who was present at the Board of Health meeting when the vote to approve the appointment was discussed. Other discussion: Supervisory Union and the health administrative position, how the Town Administrator would be able to supervise the recycling center, questions regarding the posting of the position and if others were interviewed. Linda Johansen, member of the Board of Health expressed concern with the position not being advertised. VK asked if Ms. Walters recused herself or left the room. Ms. Johansen relayed she did not. VK expressed concerned the optics do not look good. WM tabled the discussion until policy can be discussed. VK suggested re-posting the position and re- interviewing candidates. Vote: 3 against motion.
No: Kell, Klein, MillerThe minutes record the outcome as “Vote: 3 against motion,” which is all three members present voting no; the motion failed.
From the minutes
“VK moved to appoint Paul Walter as a Recycling Attendant 1 effective July 21, 2020 contingent upon the passing of a medical exam and CORI check with a one-year probation. DK seconded. VK raised concerns with an employee Supervising 2 of her children. Mr. Kreidler explained under the ethic laws that would not be allowed. The Town Administrator would be the Supervisor in this situation. VK asked who was present at the Board of Health meeting when the vote to approve the appointment was discussed. Other discussion: Supervisory Union and the health administrative position, how the Town Administrator would be able to supervise the recycling center, questions regarding the posting of the position and if others were interviewed. Linda Johansen, member of the Board of Health expressed concern with the position not being advertised. VK asked if Ms. Walters recused herself or left the room. Ms. Johansen relayed she did not. VK expressed concerned the optics do not look good. WM tabled the discussion until policy can be discussed. VK suggested re-posting the position and re- interviewing candidates. Vote: 3 against motion..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
Appoint Jane O'Hara as a Registrar for a three-year term effective March 31, 2020 to March 31, 2023
VK moved to appoint Jane O'Hara as a Registrar for a three-year term effective March 31, 2020 to March 31, 2023. DK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“VK moved to appoint Jane O'Hara as a Registrar for a three-year term effective March 31, 2020 to March 31, 2023. DK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
2.3 VK moved to appoint Jane O'Hara as a Registrar for a three-year term effective March
Apppoint Carol Hoffses as an Associate Member to the Townsend Planning Board effective July 21, 2020 to June 30, 2021
DK moved to apppoint Carol Hoffses as an Associate Member to the Townsend Planning Board effective July 21, 2020 to June 30, 2021. WM seconded. VK recused herself from discussion and vote, disclosing she currently sits on the Townsend Planning Board. Unanimous vote.
Veronica Kell did not take part in this vote (“VK recused herself from discussion and vote, disclosing she currently sits on the”) and is not shown voting.
From the minutes
“DK moved to apppoint Carol Hoffses as an Associate Member to the Townsend Planning Board effective July 21, 2020 to June 30, 2021. WM seconded. VK recused herself from discussion and vote, disclosing she currently sits on the Townsend Planning Board. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein, second: Miller)
3.2 Review/Approve a
We approve the 1/12 budget for August in the amount of $2,122,321.06
VK moved that we approve the 1/12 budget for August in the amount of $2,122,321.06. DK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“VK moved that we approve the 1/12 budget for August in the amount of $2,122,321.06. DK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
We review, approve, and sign a three-year contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc., for environmental monitoring and reporting for an approximate 12-acre parcel with an on-site leachate...
VK moved that we review, approve, and sign a three-year contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc., for environmental monitoring and reporting for an approximate 12-acre parcel with an on-site leachate treatment facility and to sign out of session. DK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“VK moved that we review, approve, and sign a three-year contract with Weston & Sampson Engineers, Inc., for environmental monitoring and reporting for an approximate 12-acre parcel with an on-site leachate treatment facility and to sign out of session. DK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
Approve the contract for McEnroe Consulting as describe in addendum 3
VK moved to approve the contract for McEnroe Consulting as describe in addendum 3. DK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“VK moved to approve the contract for McEnroe Consulting as describe in addendum 3. DK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
We authorize Jim to look at Pepperell and Groton to see where they stand as far as the roadway safety audit goes at the Proctor Road intersection
VM moved that we authorize Jim to look at Pepperell and Groton to see where they stand as far as the roadway safety audit goes at the Proctor Road intersection. Mr. Kreidler suggested with the addition of, further to work with you to submit a request either with one or your next second choice as the Town's representative. DK seconded. VK stated the second one would not be necessary as Sterilite is currently working on it. Unanimous vote.
The minutes do not say who made this motion.
From the minutes
“VM moved that we authorize Jim to look at Pepperell and Groton to see where they stand as far as the roadway safety audit goes at the Proctor Road intersection. Mr. Kreidler suggested with the addition of, further to work with you to submit a request either with one or your next second choice as the Town's representative. DK seconded. VK stated the second one would not be necessary as Sterilite is currently working on it. Unanimous vote..” (second: Klein)
4.4 DK moved to approve the meeting minutes for February
Pull out of the minutes for March 10, 2020 until we review and make edits
DK amended the motion to pull out of the minutes for March 10, 2020 until we review and make edits. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“DK amended the motion to pull out of the minutes for March 10, 2020 until we review and make edits. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Klein)
Review and sign the bills payable warrant and to sign out of session
VK moved to review and sign the bills payable warrant and to sign out of session. DK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“VK moved to review and sign the bills payable warrant and to sign out of session. DK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
Adjourn
VK moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:22P.M. DK seconded. Unanimous vote.
From the minutes
“VK moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:22P.M. DK seconded. Unanimous vote..” (Motion: Kell, second: Klein)
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