Town of Lisbon
Selectmen’s Meeting Minutes
Meeting Date: April 30, 2007
Selectmen Present: John Northrop (JN), Jonathan Reid (JR), Ruth Robar (RR)
Town Administrator: Regan Pride (RP)
Clerk: Barbara Menchin
Media: none present
PUBLIC INPUT: Mr. Wally Berry attended the meeting. He has plans within the near future to construct a pole barn and/or a garage on his property. There is a retaining wall that was constructed at the edge of the road many years ago by the town and is starting to fall in. He has requested the town to do something with it so that it doesn’t completely deteriorate. He has offered to assist in any way possible. Also, he stated that it does not have to be done immediately but would, in the near future, like to have someone look into what can be done to fix this situation. He also stated that it would be a benefit to have this corrected before the building goes up. JN and KC to get together one day soon and go look at the wall to get some ideas as to what should be
done. Mr. Berry also stated that there could be a potential problem in the future, near the Varney House as there is a perimeter drain that comes down onto the road. Mr. Berry said he would be willing to help KC with any of the corrections.
DEPARTMENT HEAD REPORT:
Kevin Clement informed the Board that the road bans were officially off as of today (April 30, 2007). KC discussed 106 Grafton Street garbage problem. KC stated that he did not feel as if his highway personnel should have to get involved in that issue. RP stated that he had talked to LGC (Local Government Center) to see what could be done regarding this. The town would have to go through the process of sending certified mail citing our local zoning ordinance regarding trash and health issues. JN stated he would speak with Stan Borkowski (Health Officer) to see what could be done. Also it was stated that perhaps a letter could be composed, given to the Police Department and have them hand carry the “demand”. KC told the Board that the water line replacement from
McPearsons to Ingersons on Pearl Lake Road is almost completed. The system has been flushed and tested. Mike Galepeau has documented the process. Angela Morone thanked the highway department for their clean water. Approximately 300 feet of water main was replaced. RP wanted to know what type of service line we used for the new pipe. KC stated it was copper pipe. The old pipe was approximately 100 years old and was barnacled but still had 10 inches in most spots with a bit of blistering. KC stated he saw no cracks but the pipe was frozen in several places. When he replaced the pipes, he used some insulation to help protect the pipes from freezing. KC also informed the Board that he would be sweeping the roads next week. They have performed the maintenance on the fire trucks also. Regarding the Parts Town building, KC would like to talk with GP Houston (Fire Chief) to see if they could coordinate a couple
weekends for burning the pieces and parts of Parts Town as the building is being taken down. KC will be meeting with the paving people regarding the Mount Eustis and Walker Hill Roads. KC requested of the Select Board and the Planning Board to make a stipulation for any future subdivisions, where there would be roads, to have fabric in the roads. KC feels that this will help the town in the future to maintain the roads better. He further stated that it would not be a serious cost to the contractors to do this as the roads are going in. The Powers subdivision was discussed regarding their request for a reduction on their road bond. It has been noted that the road is approximately 90% done, however, the seeding and erosion control has not been completed. JN made a motion, JR 2nd to release 50% of the bond and when the erosion control is completed, the town would release 40% and then would follow 1 season later the remaining 10%…..so voted all. RP requested KC to help draft a
letter to that effect. KC has been looking into a vacuum type curb sweeper for the sidewalk tractor. He feels that this would help keep the roads cleaner and ultimately would save time and man hours. JN requested KC to check into the price.
PUBLIC INPUT: Dianne Rappa, Executive Director of The North Country YMCA came in to discuss the 8th Annual North Country YMCA Lilac 5K Fun Walk/Run to be held on May 26, 2007. She is requesting the Police Department to be at the front and end of the race as they have done in the past. Dianne Rappa also is trying to motivate several organizations for their participation on this Lilac Weekend Time. As there will be no parades, she is looking for any type of participation from different groups to help keep people coming into the town during the Memorial Day weekend. The Walk/Run will be going as well as the Upstage Players play. She is requesting anyone who would like to help to contact her or the town office. Dianne Rappa is also looking for toilet facilities for
the runners at that time. She has requested use of the town hall bathrooms and she was also going to check with Cathy Burke at Main Street, Inc.
SELECTMEN’S MATTERS: RR requested the clerk to write a letter of thanks to the Woodsville Guaranty Bank for their donation of office furniture. RR is working on the Personnel handbook and had several questions regarding the overtime policies.
TOWN ADMINISTRATORS MATTERS: RP has completed the water/wastewater manifest and expects to have the water/wastewater bills out within the next few days. He did note that there may still be a few errors and expects that he can correct them at the second billing in September. EJ Prescot has an appointment Wednesday May 2 to meet with RP to discuss what can be done regarding the billing system and protection of the possible corruption of the water meters. JN stated he thinks that he would like to refigure the base rate for the town. Regarding May 28, 2007 (Memorial Day), there will be no Selectmen’s Meeting. None to be held that week, will continue till the following week. The quote for refinishing the Selectmen’s table was given. No action was taken.
RP gave a report regarding Stan Borkowski and the letters that had been sent to R. Morris, Ed Rasicot and DCI.
JN moved and JR 2nd to enter non-public session per RSA 91-A: 3, II (c) for the purpose of discussing a general assistance issue. All voted in favor.
Resumed public session at 9:25pm.
Motion made by JN to seal the minutes of the non-public meeting. Seconded by JR. All in favor.
Motion made by JR to adjourn meeting. 2nd by RR. All voted in favor. Meeting adjourned at 9:40 pm
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