The Walpolean

Meeting of the Selectboard

May 1, 2024

Selectboard Present: Cheryl Mayberry, Chair; Steven Dalessio and Carolyn Vose

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Guests Present:  Tom Ronning, Steve Varone, Stan Hutchings, Jean Kobeski, Greg Lent, Katy Hass, Francesca Cowgill, and Carolyn Norback.

Call to Order: Ms. Mayberry called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:31 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

Walpole School Withdrawal Study Committee

Ms. Mayberry presented the Mission/Call to Action from the Selectboard to the Committee.  She asked that they set the next meeting date and elect a chair. They will meet next Wednesday, May 8^th at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall.  Ms. Vose will be the Selectboard liaison.  The Committee will report back to the Selectboard by Monday, September 16, 2024, in case a warrant needs to be prepared for Town Meeting.  Whatever the Committee recommends, we need to ensure community support before there is a vote.  The focus will be on K-8 and the issue is that we need to control the quality of education for Walpole students.   

The Walpole School Withdrawal Study Committee departed and at 7:19 PM the meeting turned to regular business.

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $32,247.30 dated 5/3/2024 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,471.27. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – April 25, 2024:   Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 25, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Selectboard Non-Public Session – April 25, 2024:   Ms. Vose moved to approve & seal minutes of the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard session of April 25, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Committee Reports

Ms. Vose brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• North Walpole Village District Commissioners Meeting – April 2, 2024 

• North Walpole Village District Commissioners Meeting – April 9, 2024 

• North Walpole Village District Commissioners Meeting – April 16, 2024 

Ms. Mayberry acknowledged these minutes.

Timber Yield Taxes Assessed and Warrant

Op # 23-461-05, Map and Lot # 011-033-000:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Timber Taxes Assessed and Warrant for $489.07.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Op # 23-461-06, Map and Lot # 004-033-000:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Timber Taxes Assessed and Warrant for $3,919.69.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Current Use

Maps and Lots 018-013-000 and 016-011-000:  Ms. Vose moved to approve Current Use application for Maps and Lots 018-013-000 and 016-011-000.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Excavation Intent

Map and Lot # 012-073-000:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Intent to Excavate for Map and Lot # 012-073-000.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Building Permit

2024-14, Map and Lot# 011-033-000:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit# 2024-14, Map and Lot# 011-033-000 to construct a 120’ x 15’ shed addition to a barn. Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

2024-15, Map and Lot# 020-006-000:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit# 2024-15, Map and Lot# 020-006-000 to construct a 14’ x 10’ summer reading shed with a deck. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Pending Further Action:  Parking Policy, Generators, Old North Main and High Street Bridges/Culverts, and Houghton Brook Bridge.

Reservoir Dam:  Mr. Dalessio reported that they are currently doing borings on Reservoir Dam in preparation for seismographic testing.

Joint Letters with North Walpole Village:  The letters are being prepared but are awaiting additional details that need confirmation.

New Business

Great River Hydro Confidentiality Agreement:    Walpole needs to share assessing information with Avitar as part of the assessment.  Both Walpole and Avitar and signing confidentiality agreements with Great River Hydro. Ms. Vose moved that Selectboard Chair, Ms. Mayberry, sign the confidentiality agreement with Great River Hydro.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the agreement signed.

Thank You Letter from CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates): A thank you letter was received from CASA for the Town’s annual donation in support of abused and/or neglected children.  Ms. Mayberry acknowledged receipt of the thank you letter.

Hooper Trustees

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:33 PM.  Mr. Dalessio seconded.  With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms.  Vose in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:35 PM.

Non-Public Business RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (b) (c)

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (b) (c) at 7:35 PM. Ms. Vose seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:42 PM.

Mr. Dalessio moved that the Non-Public Session Minutes be sealed. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Adjournment: Ms. Mayberry declared the meeting adjourned at 8:42 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

I thought April flew by and now I am making May go even faster. These minutes are from 4/25, not 5/25. – Lil

Selectboard Present: Cheryl Mayberry, Chair; Steven Dalessio and Carolyn Vose

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Call to Order: Ms. Mayberry called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:33 PM in the Walpole Town Hall. Ms. Mayberry introduced the Selectboard, and staff present.

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $29,784.07 dated 4/26/2024 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $5994.42.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – April 18, 2024:   Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 18, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. Mr. Dalessio abstained since he was not present at this meeting.

Selectboard Non-Public Session – April 18, 2024:   Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public session of April 18, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. Mr. Dalessio abstained.

Committee Reports

Ms. Vose brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Cemetery Trustees Meeting – April 10, 2024

• Cemetery Trustees Meeting – April 18, 2024

• Police Building Committee – April 15, 2024

• Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – April 17, 2024

• Planning Board & ZBA Joint Meeting – April 22, 2024

Ms. Mayberry acknowledged these minutes.

Warrants

Walpole Water Fees:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Walpole Water Fee Warrant for $41,198.45.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.   With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Walpole Sewer Fees:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Walpole Sewer Fee Warrant for $74,455.99.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.   With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

North Walpole Sewer Fees: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Walpole Water Fee Warrant for $56,474.63.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.   With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Refunds

Map and Lot # 030-056-000:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the refund for Map and Lot # 030-056-000 for $34.27.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Timber Yield Taxes Assessed and Warrant

Op # 23-461-16, Map and Lot # 003-074-001:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the taxes assessed and warrant for $3,875.02.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Building Permit

2024-12, Map and Lot# 012-044-020:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2024-12 for Map and Lot # 012-044-020 to construct a 54’ x 32’ detached garage. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

2024-13, Map and Lot# 004-044-000:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Building Permit #2024-13 for Map and Lot # 004-044-000 to construct (5) 320 sq. ft. and (2) 384 sq. ft. glamping site platforms.Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Pending Further Action:  Parking Policy, Generators, Old North Main and High Street Bridges/Culverts, Houghton Brook Bridge, Reservoir Dam, and Joint letters with North Walpole Village

Letter to SWRPC re: support for Vilas Bridge project on the DOT 10 Year Plan list: Mr. Dalessio moved that the Selectboard sign the letter to SWRPC supporting the Department of Transportation’s 10 year plan list.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter signed.

Drinking Water Sustainability Grant Reimbursement Request:  Ms. Vose moved Mr. Dalessio to sign the Drinking Water Sustainability Grant Reimbursement Request.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.  With Ms. Vose, Ms. Mayberry and Mr. Dalessio in favor, the motion was approved, and the letter signed.

New Walpolenh.us Website:  Each Town department will have a way to update their page when the site goes live.  In the meantime, each department needs to get their page finished and ensure all the information is up to date.  The new site will be activated once all departmental information is entered.  

Skating Rink Takedown:  The Highway Department picked up the skating rink liner today.  There are a large number of punctures in the liner. Ms. Vose will address the condition of the liner with the Recreation Department and plan for next winter.

New Business

MS-232:  The MS-232, the Report of Appropriations Actually Voted is complete.  Ms. Vose moved to approve the MS-232.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion approved, and the form signed.

Pickleball Fundraising Question re: if a 501(C)3 can be created: The issue was discussed, and it was determined that there is no need to form a not-for profit.  The funds raised will go to the Town which is already tax exempt and can apply for grants.

Purple Heart Community:  The Selectboard decided to post a request in the Walpolean for information on current and past residents of Walpole who received a Purple Heart for their service to our Country. Our response to the Purple Heart Community will depend on what we learn.

May Staff Meeting Topic:  The next in-person Staff Meeting is May 16^th.  After discussion it was decided to continue this item next week after further work on possible topics.

Thank You Card from Community Volunteer Transit Company (CVTC):  It was announced that a thank you card was received. The Town budget includes donations to some service organizations that serve Walpole residents.

Non-Public Business RSA 91-A:3 II (b) (c)

Ms. Vose moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (b) (c) at 7:29 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:31 PM.

Mr. Dalessio moved that the Non-Public Session Minutes be sealed. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Adjournment: Ms. Mayberry declared the meeting adjourned at 8:31 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Selectboard Present: Cheryl Mayberry, Chair; Steven Dalessio and Carolyn Vose

Staff Present: Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary, and Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration

Guests Present:  Will and Wendy Grossman

Call to Order: Ms. Mayberry called the Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.

NH Special Use Permit for Rail Trail Maintenance:  Ms. Mayberry moved this item to the beginning of the meeting since guests were waiting to speak.  Wendy Grossman described the State’s application process for permission to bush hog the rail trail – everything is the same as last year except it will start two weeks earlier.  Mr. Dalessio asked Wendy Grossman to submit the bond statement a month early next year so it can be reviewed by the Town lawyer.  Ms. Vose moved to approve submission of the special use application and bond.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Will and Wendy Grossman left the meeting.

Payroll

Ms. Vose moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $29,718.90 dated 4/12/2024 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,105.01.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved. 

Selectboard Meeting Minutes

Selectboard Meeting – April 3, 2024:   Ms. Vose moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of April 3, 2024. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Committee Reports

Ms. Vose brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• The Walpole Fire District Monthly Meeting – March 6, 2024

• Police Building Committee Meeting – April 2, 2024

Ms. Mayberry acknowledged these minutes.

Refunds

Map and Lot # 003-082-CL5:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the refund for Map and Lot # 003-082-CL5 for $25.11.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Timber Yield Taxes Assessed and Warrant

Op # 23-461-11, Map and Lot # 008-102-000:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the timber taxes assessed and warrant for $3,641.08.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Veterans’ Tax Credit

Map and Lot 028-131-000: Ms. Vose moved to approve the Veterans’ Property Tax Credit for Map and Lot# 028-131-000. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot 028-131-000: Ms. Vose moved that due to Total Disability While Serving in the Military in Active Duty, there will be an additional Property Tax Credit.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Excavation Intent

Map and Lot # 001-012-002:  Ms. Vose moved to approve the Intent to Excavate for Map and Lot # 001-012-002.  Seconded by Mr. Dalessio.  With Ms. Vose, Mr. Dalessio, and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Building Permit

2024-11, Map and Lot# 008-008-001: Ms. Vose moved to approve Building Permit #2024-08 for Map and Lot # 008-008-001 to construct an 11’ x 22’ deck. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Non-Public Business RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (b) (c)

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (b) (c) at 7:06 PM. Ms. Vose seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7: 51 PM.

Mr. Dalessio moved that the Non-Public Session Minutes be sealed. Seconded by Ms. Vose. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Old Business

Pending Further Action:  Parking Policy, Generators, Old North Main and High Street Bridges/Culverts, Houghton Brook Bridge, and Reservoir Dam

E.E. Houghton Proposal:  Mr. Dalessio moved that the Selectboard Chair sign the E.E. Houghton Proposal for repairs to the kitchen.  Seconded by Ms. Vose.  With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Vose and Ms. Mayberry in favor, the motion was approved.

Letter from Exec. Councilor Warmington:  Ms. Mayberry acknowledged receipt of a letter stating the Fire Department will receive the anticipated grant of $1,058,791 from the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM).  The letter will be forwarded to the Fire Department.  The Selectboard congratulates the Fire Department on the successful grant application.

New Business

Speeding Vehicles in North Walpole:  Next week a resident of North Walpole will attend the meeting to express his concerns about speeding traffic and potholes, especially on Church and Killeen Streets in North Walpole.  Chief Sanctuary will be invited to the meeting.

Thank You Notes: Ms. Mayberry acknowledged thank you notes from the Bellows Falls Senior Center and River Valley Seniors at Home.  Both organizations received contributions from the Town.

Adjournment: Ms. Mayberry declared the meeting adjourned at 7:59 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry and Steven Dalessio

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration and Carolyn Vose

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, Steve Dalessio and Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration.

PAYROLL:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $30,626.61dated 3/15/24 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,100.72.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – March 6, 2024:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of March 6, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – March 6, 2024:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of March 6, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. The minutes are to remain sealed. 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Mr. Dalessio brought to the chair’s attention the following committee reports:

• Walpole Fire District Monthly Meeting – December 6, 2023

• Walpole Fire District Monthly Meeting – January 10, 2024

• Walpole Fire District Monthly Meeting – February 7, 2024

• Recreation Committee Meeting – November 8, 2023

• Recreation Committee Meeting – January 10, 2024

• Police Building Committee Meeting – February 20, 2024

• Conservation Committee Meeting – March 4, 2024

     Mrs. Pschirrer acknowledged these minutes. 

ABATEMENTS:

Map and Lot# 014-011-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the abatement of $404.00 for Map and Lot# 014-011-000. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. This abatement is part of a prorated assessment because of house fire.

REFUNDS:

Map and Lot# 025-007-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the refund for Map and Lot# 025-007-000for $8.61. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Map and Lot# 028–103-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the refund for Map and Lot# 028-103-000$19.11. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

VETERANS’ CREDIT

Map and Lot# 028–048-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Veterans’ Credit for Map and Lot# 028-048-000. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SOLAR ENERGY EXEMPTION

Map and Lot# 008–114-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Solar Energy Exemption for Map and Lot# 008-114-000. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

TIMBER INTENT

Map and Lot# 003-076-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Intent to Cut Timber for Map and Lot# 003-076-000. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. This lot will be accessed from County Road.

OLD BUSINESS: 

Constellation Electricity Rate Quote:  Mrs. Pschirrer reviewed the Constellation quote which had various rates based on the length of the contract. The current Constellation contract will not end until November/December of 2024. There was a consensus of the Board to wait until closer to the end of the current contract to review the electricity rates at that time. Mr. Dalessio noted that the CPCNH rates are lower than the current quote.

Utility Discontinuance Agreement: Mrs. Pschirrer recounted that the PUC (Public Utility Commission) had responded to the Selectboard’s letter with feedback that the water and sewer utilities for Walpole and North Walpole were not bound by the PUC’s rules since they are not public utilities. The Selectboard was in consensus to implement the agreement immediately. Sewer users that have not paid their sewer bills could have their water shut off due to non-payment after notification. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that water would not be cut off during the wintertime.

Parking Ordinance: Mrs. Pschirrer plans to continue working on the wording of an updated ordinance that she has started.

NEW BUSINESS:

Accufund Services Quote:  Mr. Dalessio explained that the water department is switching over to new meter readers. With the change, software updates need to be completed in Accufund.  Ms. Mayberry asked if a new meter reader had been purchased for North Walpole’s water department. Mr. Dalessio replied affirmatively. It was confirmed that 4 meter readers had been purchased.

Ms. Tara Sad enters that meeting at 6:51 PM.

Mr. Dalessio moved to have the Selectboard chair sign the AccuFund Service Agreement for $800. Ms. Mayberry seconded. Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Tenco Purchase Order: Mr. Dalessio explained the Highway Department had been in ongoing discussions with Tenco, which is a company that outfits the Highway dump trucks. There was an invoice for a 2022 installation that was never paid. It was determined the bill was for a stainless-steel bed that was moved from an old truck to a new truck. Mr. Dalessio moved to sign purchase order# 630673 for $11, 858 for the Tenco Install with funds to come from the Highway Block Grant. Mr. Dalessio. Ms. Mayberry seconded. Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Emergency Calls: Mrs. Pschirrer explained that about a week ago, she had received an email from a citizen who stated that a tree was blocking two thirds of March Hill Road. The resident had been trying to reach someone to make them aware of the situation but could not reach anyone. Eventually, Keene Dispatch assisted the resident. Mrs. Pschirrer had recommended the resident call 911 to reach a dispatcher. The Police Chief and the Fire Chief agreed that this would be the best course of action for when a tree is blocking a road. Mrs. Pschirrer wondered how this message could be communicated to the community. Mr. Dalessio added that the 911 service is a way to contact the Police Department and Fire District for any reason. Mrs. Pschirrer will include information in her Clarion article to promote the use of 911 for all types of emergencies.

FMRSD Facilities Committee: Mrs. Pschirrer read a memo from FMRSD (Fall Mountain Regional School District) that they are putting together a facilities committee to do a strategic plan. Interested parties are to send a letter of intent to the school district no later than March 22^nd.

HOOPER TRUSTEES:  

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:06 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:15 PM. Ms. Vose and Ms. Sad departed the meeting.

NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (e):  

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (e) at 7:16 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:50 PM.

Mr. Dalessio moved that the Non-Public Session Minutes be sealed. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Town Meeting: The Selectboard discussed specific warrant articles that will be presented at the TownMeeting on March 16^th.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sarah Downing, Recording Secretary Pro Tempore

Selectboard Present:  Peggy L. Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry and Steven Dalessio

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration; Ahmad Esfahani, Recording Secretary

Others Present: David Edkins and Carolyn Vose

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 5:00 PM in the Town Hall. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, Steve Dalessio, Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Ahmad Esfahani, Recording Secretary. 

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $790,811.66 dated 3/08/24. This includes a $700,531.13 monthly payment to Fall Mountain Regional School District. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

PAYROLL: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $32,395.02 dated 3/08/24 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,640.07. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES – February 29, 2024: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Selectboard Meeting minutes of February 29, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES – February 29, 2024: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Selectboard Non-Public Meeting minutes of February 29, 2024. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. The minutes are to remain sealed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Mr. Dalessio brought the following committee reports to the chair’s attention.

   •​Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment Joint Meeting – February 27, 2024

Mrs. Pschirrer acknowledged the report.

ABATEMENTS: 

Map and Lot# 001-017-000:  Mr. Dalessio motioned to deny the abatement for Map and Lot# 001-017-000. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor the motion was approved.

REFUNDS: 

Map and Lot# 012-055-002:  Mr. Dalessio motioned to approve the refund for Map and Lot# 012-055-002 for $23.76. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor the motion was approved.

Map and Lot# 028-054-000:  Mr. Dalessio motioned to approve the refund for Map and Lot# 028-054-000 for $19.61. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMITS: 

2024-06, Map and Lot# 019-022-000:  Mr. Dalessio motioned to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 019-022-000 to add a 903 sq. ft. roof mount solar array. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor the motion was approved.

2024-07, Map and Lot# 008-080-000:  Mr. Dalessio motioned to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 008-080-000 to construct a 15’ x 10’ playhouse/cabin. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor the motion was approved.

NEW BUSINESS

Staff Resignation: Mrs. Pschirrer announced a letter of resignation had been received by Vicki Gohl, the deputy Town Clerk and Tax Collector.

Health Officer Reports: Two reports have been received from Dr. Gasgoyne, the Health Officer. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that the Health Officer has been busy dealing with complaints from tenants about rodent infestation, mold problems and lead paint issues.

OLD BUSINESS

Pending Further Action: Mr. Dalessio stated that they are starting to file for expense reimbursements for the Reservoir Dam work that has already been done.

HOOPER TRUSTEES MEETING:  

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Hooper Trustees meeting at 5:13 PM. Mrs. Pschirrer seconded. With Mr. Dalessio and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 5:29 PM. 

NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (e):  

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public meeting at 5:31 PM. Mrs. Pschirrer seconded. With Mr. Dalessio and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 6:08 PM. 

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the nonpublic minutes would be sealed. 

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 6:09 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Ahmad Esfahani, Recording Secretary

Yesterday, the Selectboard discovered an error in the 2024 Town Budget that was presented at the public hearing on February 8, 2024. That budget has already been printed in the Town’s annual report and posted in accordance with RSA 39:5.

A quick call to the DRA assured the Selectboard that the budget may be amended at Town Meeting, March 16, 2024.  That is what Selectboard will do. New copies of the budget will be available at Town Hall, on the Town’swebsite and be distributed at Town Meeting.

The Warrant Article #2 for the 2024 budget will now read as follows:

To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of five million four hundred eighty-eight thousand, four hundred thirty-four dollars ($5,488,434) which represents four million seven hundred twelve thousand thirty-three dollars ($4,712,033) for the Town Operating Budget to be raised from general taxation; two hundredtwenty thousand, three hundred twenty-seven dollars ($220,327) for the Water Operating Budget and for five hundred fifty-six thousand seventy-four dollars ($556,074) for the Sewer Operating Budget which includes one hundred eighty thousand dollars ($180,000) for bond assessments. Such sum does not include any special or individual articles found in the warrant.

The changes are in bold. They represent a 3.85% increase in budget which was the percentage presented atthe 2024 Budget Public Meeting.

The Selectboard regrets the error which would have represented a 5.06% increase to the 2024 Town Budget which was never our intention, nor our plan.