MINUTES OF HAVERHILL SELECTBOARD REGULAR MEETING

Monday, November 10, 2008

Board Members Present: Roderick Ladd, David Joslin, Peter Conrad and Peter Heilemann.

Excused: Bob Maccini

Town Manager: Glenn English

Administrative Assistant/Finance Officer: Jo Lacaillade

Members of the Public Present: Sandy Schmid, Karl Schmid, Everett Henson, Mathew Forest and Ed Ballam from the Journal Opinion.

Call Meeting to Order:

Chairman Ladd called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and went on to wish all Veterans a happy Veterans Day.

Approval of Agenda:

Dave Joslin made a motion to approve the agenda as written; seconded by Peter Conrad and carried unanimously.

Approval of Consent Agenda:

David Joslin made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, seconded by Peter Conrad and all approved.

Scheduled Public Appearances: None

Public Hearing(s): None

Town Manager’s Report:

TM English reviewed with the Selectboard an agreement that was entered into with the North Haverhill Water and Light several years ago regarding the service into the Business Park. Some of the grant money for that project went to NHW&L to upgrade the water main on Route 116 to make sure that the Business Park has adequate flow and pressure and that was a condition as part of that agreement. The Selectboard needs to be aware of the agreement because if the flow and pressure issues are not addressed by North Haverhill Water and Light the Town may have to take action to get them to abide by the agreement.

TM English stated that we have a new agreement with the NH Department of Transportation relating to the Park Project and reviewed the scope of the project and the site of a proposed new entrance to the park. Peter Conrad made a motion to approve the agreement and authorize TM English to sign the necessary documents; the motion was seconded by David Joslin and carried unanimously.

Pending (Old) Business: None

New Business:

Land Bid Openings: The following land bids were received on Tax Map 208 Lot 061-Chase $6,000 with monthly payments in lieu of payment in full; Thomas $1,067; Nadeau $3,025; and Borkowski $2,001. Peter Conrad mad a motion to accept the second highest bidder of $3.025 from Gary Nadeau. The motion was seconded by David Joslin and carried unanimously. The following land bids were received on Tax Map 411 Lot 040-Brown $2008.01; Nadeau $5,825; Thomas $5,011; Borkowski $2,805 and Elliott $6,201. Peter Conrad made a motion to accept the high bid of $6,201 from Jim Elliott; seconded by David Joslin and carried unanimously.

White Mtn. Biodiesel Sewer Hookup Agreement: TM English presented an agreement that has been drafted by the Town Attorney. The Town Attorney is suggesting that all current agreements be reviewed. David Joslin made a motion to approve the sewer hookup agreement for White Mountain Biodiesel; seconded by Peter Conrad and carried unanimously.

Presentations and Awards:

Chairman Ladd stated that on behalf of the Selectboard they want to thank all of those involved at the middle school in recognition of professional instruction and positive attitude while meeting the many challenges at the Armory Campus during the emergency Middle School construction project. Mathew Forest, Assistant Vice Principal, Haverhill Cooperative Middle School was present to accept the certificate of Appreciation. Mr. Forest thanked the Selectboard and stated it would be presented to the staff on Friday.

New Business: Continued

Draft for Building Safety Code Ordinance: David Joslin made a motion to introduce the Building Safety Code Ordinance draft; seconded by Peter Conrad and carried unanimously. A work session will be scheduled with Precinct Commissioners to start reviewing this draft.

Thank you to Election Day Staff: Chairman Ladd read a resolution from the Selectboard commending all those who worked so professionally and volunteered time and effort in conducting the 2008 General Election. Peter Heilemann made a motion to approve the resolution as presented; seconded by David Joslin and carried unanimously.

Commission/Committee Reports:

Sandy Schmid, Planning Board Chairman was in attendance with a request that Joel Godston be reappointed to the Planning Board. The Selectboard will place him on a future agenda for interview for reappointment.

David Joslin reported that Recreation Commission Chairman Gary Scruton has announced that the January meeting will be his last meeting. He has been on the Commission for 13 years and is resigning. David said that he has done a great job and will be missed.

Correspondence:

Letter from Sue Holden: Chairman Ladd read a letter received by the Selectboard regarding the previous Planning Board meeting. It was suggested that the issue be tabled until the next Selectboard meeting when all parties can be notified to attend. AA Lacaillade reviewed the 91A:3 with the Board that outlines when issues can be discussed in non public session. TM English stated that it was important to remember that this letter is one person’s opinion and it might be a good idea to solicit other opinions as to the Planning Board and their process. Due to the need for Chairman Ladd to be in Concord on the next regularly scheduled Monday meeting the Selectboard meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 6:00 pm.

It was noted that correspondence had been received from the Woodsville Fire District Commissioners accepting the formula for the Woodsville Road funding. It will be forwarded to Senator Deb Reynolds for introduction. TM English noted that the legislative process is on track.

Comments of the Public: None

Comments of the Town Manager/Administrative Assistant-Finance Officer: None

Comments of Selectboard Members: Peter Conrad commented that election day was a huge success with many new registered voters. The results are posted on the Town website.

Adjourn Meeting: David Joslin made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Peter Heilemann and carried unanimously. Chairman Ladd adjourned the meeting at 6:55 pm.

Minutes transcribed by Jo Lacaillade