Campton-Thornton Fire Commission  Meeting Minutes  April 9, 2012

Meeting called to order by Chairman Jim Demeritt at 1600 hrs.

Commission members present= Jim, Niles Downing, Dick Giehl, Kelly Bolger.  Lou Klotz absent work related. Also present Chief Tobine, Deputy Chief Ian Halm and Lt. Phil Defosses

Old Business:  Ambulance income report for previous month=  Campton- $7,826.42, Thornton- $5127.66, Ellsworth- 539.75  Total:  $13,493.83

Chief Tobine reported that the AutoPulse CPR machine was back in service. 4 new batteries replaced by the company.

Apparatus and fleet vehicles had their State inspections.  This was more costly than usual as repairs were necessary for some vehicles. All work has been completed.

The Ambulance needed ball joints. Other issues were covered by warranty.

There is still some interior paint work and other minor work to do to complete the station renovation project.

There was a furnace problem in the Thornton station Thursday (4-4-12) and it was down for 2 days,

New Business: Chief Tobine will be attending a weekend class on Juvenile Fire setters at the State Fire Academy 4-14 and 15, 2012.

Also, Chief Tobine and Lt. Defosses will attend a 2 day course on Fire Codes 4-24 +25 at the Academy.

At this time, a motion to go into non-public session was made by Jim and seconded by Kelly and approved unanimously at 1615 hrs. to discuss a personnel matter.

Resumed public session at 1625 hrs. A motion was made by Jim and seconded by Kelly to seal the  minutes of the non-public session which was approved unanimously.

A motion to adjourn was made  by Dick and 2’nd by Jim  and passed unanimously at 1628 hrs.

Respectfully submitted,

Niles Downing

The April 9,2012 minutes were read and approved at the May 14, 2012 Commissioners meeting with the addition of the last sentence prior to adjournment regarding sealing the minutes of the non public session.    ND 5-14-12

PLANNING BOARD MINUTES FOR APRIL 10, 2012

The Planning Board met this date with Stuart Pitts, Chairman, Greg Jencks, Secretary, Charles Brosseau, Chris Kelly, Kelly Bolger, Tim Scanlon, Alternate and Marsh Morgan, Ex-Officio.

Stuart Pitts opened the meeting at 6:30 PM.

First on the agenda, the Work Session Notes for March 6, 2012.  Greg Jencks made a motion to approve the Work Session Notes for March 6, 2012.  Marsh Morgan seconded the motion.  The Planning Board voted in the affirmative, unanimously. The Planning Board did not have a meeting March 20, 2012.  March 13, 2012 was the town election.

Next on the agenda, the Work Session Notes for April 3, 2012. Charles Brosseau made a motion to approve the Work Session Notes for April 3, 2012.  Marsh Morgan seconded the motion.  ThePlanning Board voted in the affirmative, unanimously.

Next on the agenda, the election of officers, Chairman and Secretary.  Charles Brosseau made a motion to continue with the same Chairman, Stuart Pitts and Secretary, Greg Jencks.  Kelly Bolger seconded the motion.  The Planning Board voted in the affirmative, unanimously.

Next on the agenda, Bruce Bond, Woodpeckers for an inquiry for a site plan review.  Mr. Bond

Proposes to enlarge the outside seating capacity from the current 16 by adding an additional 7 tables and 22 seats to be located on the existing concrete deck on the side of the adjoining colonial house. The wheelchair ramp entrance will be gated and locked.  The key to unlock the wheelchair ramp gate will be located at the outside wait station.  Stuart Pitts said that he will need a letter from the Fire Chief regarding the fire exits.  Tim Scanlon said this would be considered by the state as temporary outside seating.  The Planning Board said that he will not need a Site Plan Review, as he is not changing the use.

Next on the agenda, Pete Hickey had an inquiry about selling cars off his property on US RT 3.

Pete has been selling cars, but the state has told him that if he selling 3-5 cars he has to apply for a dealers license. Stuart Pitts said the he needs a Site Plan Review.  Pete said that his property is in the commercial zone, and he would not need signage. Pete will come in and get the Site Plan Review paperwork.

The Planning Board went over correspondence and mail.

The Planning Board adjourned at 7:45 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

May Brosseau

Campton Planning Board

SELECTMEN’S MEETING MINUTES FOR APRIL 30, 2012

The Board of Selectmen met for their weekly meeting at 6:30 p. m. at the Campton Town Office.  Present were Selectmen, Charles Wheeler, Charles Cheney, Craig Keeney, Marsh Morgan and Sharon Davis. The Board signed the manifest and reviewed the bills.  They

signed 1 Building Permit, 1 letter to Adam White, and 2 Driveway Permits.

At 6:45 p.m. Chair Keeney called the meeting to order and called on Jane Kellogg of the Conservation Commission.  Chair Keeney explained that the Board has concerns about the Conservation Commission (CC) expending funds to the Rey Center since it is not a Town organization.  Jane explained that the Rey Center approached the CC concerning sponsoring an educational program centered around families and nature consisting of 8 programs that would be held at the Blair Woodlands and would be free to Campton residents.  Jane explained how impressed the Rey Center was with the Blair Woodlands and felt it was a perfect area for the outreach educational programs.  Jane explained that the programs might target on the wetlands, trees and animal habitant.  Jane stated that the CC voted in favor of contributing $500.00 to these sessions and the contribution would also cover printing costs for some brochures.  She also explained that the CC has sponsored other outreach nature programs in the past.  After further discussion, the majority consensus of the Board was that they were not supportive of the $500.00 expenditure.  The Board felt that CC funds are to be used for property purchase and/or easements, and they would like Jane to inform the CC members about their concerns before expending the funds.

Jane also expressed enthusiasm about the CC planning some work sessions with the NH State Action Plan involving the Bog Pond and Perch Pond areas which will involve reaching out to property owners making them more aware of what is available in the two areas.

Chair Keeney then called on Ann Marie regarding the Fire Commissioner candidates.  Ann Marie explained that Will Lambert wrote an e-mail explaining that because of family commitments he would not be able to be a candidate for the position, but was going to personally thank Kelly Bolger for the recommendation.  Ann Marie also stated that Paul Blondin was still on vacation and he expressed to Ann Marie to go forward with the Board’s appointment process without him.  Selectman Sharon Davis then made a Motion to appoint B.G. King as Fire Commissioner. The Motion was seconded by Selectman Morgan, and the appointment was unanimously approved.  The appointment was then signed by the Board this evening.

Chair Keeney then called on Matt Moore regarding the Blair Bridge Project.  The Board brought Matt up-to-date on the easement being considered with a property owner (known as Hudson Odd Fellows Association) and it was confirmed that Sean James would be meeting with Jim Quinn (one of the owners in the Association) to discuss.

Matt Moore updated the Board as to where they are at present on the project and explained that the Construction Phase Services document has been received by Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc. and the document has been reviewed by him. Matt discussed with the Board some additions to be added to the document and he will discuss them with Sean James.  Chair Keeney stated that he would like to review the document more thoroughly and would call Matt Moore on Monday to discuss further.  Matt also indicated that he could not be available on a full time basis as the Clerk of the Works for the Project as he cannot be at the site every day.

There was also discussion about entrance signs pertaining to the height restriction at the Blair Bridge that the State of NH has recently installed.  The Board agreed that the Highway Department replace the State of NH signs with the signs that the Town originally installed to eliminate any liability issues.

At 7:35 p.m. Chair Keeney then declared the meeting temporarily adjourned to consult with Town Counsel.  At 7:45 p.m. the Selectmen’s Meeting reconvened.

Chair Keeney moved for a Motion to go into Non Public Session under RSA 91-A: 3 ll(c) regarding a personnel matter.  The Motion was seconded by Selectman Morgan and with a roll call vote:  Selectman Morgan – aye, Selectman Davis – aye, Selectman Wheeler – aye, Selectman Cheney – aye, and Selectman Keeney – aye, the Board went into Non Public Session.  At 8:12 p.m. the Board came out of Non Public Session.

A Motion was then made by Selectman Wheeler to seal the Minutes of the Non Public session under RSA 91-A: 3 ll(c).  The Motion was seconded by Selectman Morgan and with a roll call vote: Selectman Morgan – aye, Selectman Davis – aye, Selectman Wheeler – aye, Selectman Cheney – aye, and Selectman Keeney – aye, the Non Public Minutes were sealed.

Chair Keeney continued the meeting by calling for a Motion to approve the Minutes and 2 set of Non Public Minutes of the previous meeting. Selectman Davis made a Motion to approve the Minutes and two sets of Non Public Minutes as presented.  The Motion was seconded by Selectman Wheeler and the Minutes and 2 sets of Non Public Minutes were unanimously approved as presented.

Chair Keeney then called on Ann Marie to review correspondence.  Ann Marie indicated that the Notice for bids for removal of the salt shed has been placed in the Penny Saver and the deadline date is 5/2/12.  The Board agreed that Butch Bain should be the contact person regarding this project.

A letter was received from Hannah Joyce, Town Clerk/Tax Collector with the copy of Robert Burhoe, Sr.’s request for the recount from the March, 2012 election.

Ann Marie also informed the Board that there has been an annual inspection of the Corner Cupboard Food Pantry and the inspector indicated that the pantry was one of the best they have inspected for setup and cleanliness.  The inspector was also impressed with the Christmas Tree Festival and she thought it was a good idea for promoting the pantry.

Ann Marie also informed the Board that Thomas Wagner from White Mountain National Forest will be at the Selectmen’s Meeting on May 7, 2012, at 7:00 p.m.  The Thornton Police Chief, Aimee Moller and the Thornton Selectmen have also been invited.

Ann Marie stated that we received notice from Laura Spector-Morgan, Town Attorney that she has filed the Town of Campton’s Objection to Motion to Intervene regarding Beebe River Village District.  The Board further discussed concerns that may arise if the District is dissolved.  Ann Marie informed the Board she did speak with a new property owner in Beebe River Village District who also expressed concern and she supplied him with copies of documents pertaining to the dissolution.

Ann Marie also read an e-mail from David Abjornson regarding the Campton Dam/Pond.   His request was to pave the section of road (100’ to 500’) as it is in poor condition, and he feels the area is a focal point for tourists to take pictures  Also, he suggested that there be  white painted “STOP” lines on NH Route 49 (at the intersection of Route 49 and NH Route 175).  After discussion, the Board agreed to have the 100’ to 500’ section swept; however, they confirmed there were no funds available for paving that section of road at this time as the Highway Department budget has been strained with unexpected dirt road expenses.  The Board also indicated that the white painted “STOP” lines would be a State issue, not a Town issue.

Ann Marie also mentioned that Paul Hatch, from the NH Department of Safety requested  a revision to the Selectmen’s Minutes dated February 13, 2012.  After discussion, the Board agreed to the revision and the revision will be made.

Ann Marie indicated that a memorandum and a Resolution was received from David Barnes and Renelle Huillier of Devine, Millimet & Branch, Professional Association regarding adopting the Post-Issuance Tax Compliance Policies and Procedures, (for Bonds), and naming a “Coordinator” under said polices and procedures.   Ann Marie indicated that she inquired if Selectman Sharon Davis would be interested in becoming Coordinator.  Selectman Davis accepted; however she is going to discuss some small changes as they relate to the Coordinator and she will present the Resolution to the Board next Monday for voting to approve the Resolution.

Chair Keeney declared the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. since there was no Other Business or Selectmen’s Input.
Respectfully submitted,

Eleanor M. Dewey,

Office Assistant to Ann Marie Foote, Town Administrator