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December 6, 2022
15 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement.
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Present: Chaz Sexton-Diranian, Veronica Kell, Theresa A. Morse
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
2.2 Sweet and Salty Common Victualler License Deletions: None None
Approve the minutes from 11/29/2022
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes from 11/29/2022. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes from 11/29/2022. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Approve the minutes from 7/13/2022
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes from 7/13/2022. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the minutes from 7/13/2022. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Set the residential tax rate with the shift factor of 1
Motion made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to set the residential tax rate with the shift factor of 1. Discussion: Meaning of shift factor. Shift factor means that each class of property will be taxed the same instead of one lower and one higher explained Town Assessor Vicki Tidman. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to set the residential tax rate with the shift factor of 1. Discussion: Meaning of shift factor. Shift factor means that each class of property will be taxed the same instead of one lower and one higher explained Town Assessor Vicki Tidman. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Grant a Common Victualler License tor Sweet 'n' Salty
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to grant a Common Victualler License tor Sweet 'n' Salty. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to grant a Common Victualler License tor Sweet 'n' Salty. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
The Town Administrator do further research on the OPM process and qualifications for the Water Treatment Plant immediately considering the timeline
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian that the Town Administrator do further research on the OPM process and qualifications for the Water Treatment Plant immediately considering the timeline. Discussion: Eric will work with Todd Melanson on the process. Water Commissioners meeting is 12/12/2022. Motion was passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian that the Town Administrator do further research on the OPM process and qualifications for the Water Treatment Plant immediately considering the timeline. Discussion: Eric will work with Todd Melanson on the process. Water Commissioners meeting is 12/12/2022. Motion was passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Appoint Theresa Morse as the BOS representative to the Audit Committee for a term to expire in Dec 2023
Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to appoint Theresa Morse as the BOS representative to the Audit Committee for a term to expire in Dec 2023. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Chaz Sexton-Diranian and seconded by Veronica Kell to appoint Theresa Morse as the BOS representative to the Audit Committee for a term to expire in Dec 2023. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Sexton-Diranian, second: Kell)
Approve the Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) for the Water Treatment Plant Engineering
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) for the Water Treatment Plant Engineering. Discussion: R. Eric Slagle explained this is not a zero-interest loan as not eligible as it is certain parts of engineering. The reference in the documents was what was authorized in the Town meeting. Just this portion of the engineering is not SRF eligible. Eric Slagle pointed out that the rate is good and less than last proposal. Unibank was the only one that bid in the first round. R. Eric Slagle recommended to accept the BAN. Motion was passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to approve the Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) for the Water Treatment Plant Engineering. Discussion: R. Eric Slagle explained this is not a zero-interest loan as not eligible as it is certain parts of engineering. The reference in the documents was what was authorized in the Town meeting. Just this portion of the engineering is not SRF eligible. Eric Slagle pointed out that the rate is good and less than last proposal. Unibank was the only one that bid in the first round. R. Eric Slagle recommended to accept the BAN. Motion was passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Improve Old Meeting House Road from end of pavement south of route 119 down to the base of the proposed pedestrian bridge and authorize Stan Dillis to represent the Town
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to improve Old Meeting House Road from end of pavement south of route 119 down to the base of the proposed pedestrian bridge and authorize Stan Dillis to represent the Town. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to improve Old Meeting House Road from end of pavement south of route 119 down to the base of the proposed pedestrian bridge and authorize Stan Dillis to represent the Town. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Authorize Squannacook Greenways to construct the pedestrian bridge on the Squannacook River and improve the old meeting house road south of the river up to the existing pavement
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to authorize Squannacook Greenways to construct the pedestrian bridge on the Squannacook River and improve the old meeting house road south of the river up to the existing pavement. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to authorize Squannacook Greenways to construct the pedestrian bridge on the Squannacook River and improve the old meeting house road south of the river up to the existing pavement. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Accept the Landuse Coordinator position as amended
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to accept the Landuse Coordinator position as amended. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to accept the Landuse Coordinator position as amended. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Have R. Eric Slagle check on Veterans day for 2023, as it is a Saturday and come back to the Board with information but accept all the other holidays
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to have R. Eric Slagle check on Veterans day for 2023, as it is a Saturday and come back to the Board with information but accept all the other holidays. Motion was passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to have R. Eric Slagle check on Veterans day for 2023, as it is a Saturday and come back to the Board with information but accept all the other holidays. Motion was passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
5.0 ARPA Projects
For the Town to apply for the Digital Equity Plan grant
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian for the Town to apply for the Digital Equity Plan grant. Motion was passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian for the Town to apply for the Digital Equity Plan grant. Motion was passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Sign 16.23 cents Kilowatt for 3 years
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to sign 16.23 cents Kilowatt for 3 years. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to sign 16.23 cents Kilowatt for 3 years. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Direct R. Eric Slagle to take a look at the Town owned properties and how to use them for the betterment of the Town and get input from the General Public
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to direct R. Eric Slagle to take a look at the Town owned properties and how to use them for the betterment of the Town and get input from the General Public. Short Discussion as to what could be done in terms of ADA compliance. The Board would like to see a maintenance report of the properties as part of the Capital Planning. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton- Diranian to direct R. Eric Slagle to take a look at the Town owned properties and how to use them for the betterment of the Town and get input from the General Public. Short Discussion as to what could be done in terms of ADA compliance. The Board would like to see a maintenance report of the properties as part of the Capital Planning. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
Review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session between now and January 3", 2022
Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session between now and January 3", 2022. Motion passed with all in favor.
From the minutes
“Motion was made by Theresa Morse and seconded by Chaz Sexton-Diranian to review and sign payroll and bills payable warrants out of session between now and January 3", 2022. Motion passed with all in favor..” (Motion: Morse, second: Sexton-Diranian)
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