The Walpolean

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry; Steve Dalessio

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

Others Present: Peter Graves

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, Steve Dalessio, Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Ahmad Esfahani, Recording Secretary.

Mrs. Pschirrer invited Mr. Graves to speak. Mr. Graves felt that the roadside trimming was not being done correctly. Mr. Graves stated that if the Town sold him the tractor, he would be willing to do the required work along the side roads as a subcontractor. Mr. Dalessio stated that he would speak to Mike Symonds, the interim road agent, regarding the 4-wheel drive tractor and side-mower equipment Mr. Graves brought forward in discussion. 

PAYROLL:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $33,019.40 dated 8/18/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,982.15 Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – August 17, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of August 17, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – August 17, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of August 17, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. The minutes are to remain sealed.

STAFF MEETING – August 17, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of August 17, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC MEETING – August 17, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of August 17, 2023, and to allow Mrs. Pschirrer a copy of these minutes for preparation. 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:

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– August 8, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– August 15, 2023

     • Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting– August 16, 2023

Mrs. Pschirrer acknowledged these minutes. 

ABATEMENT:

Abatement Appeal Settlement Agreement for Map 028-063-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to allow the chair to sign for the abatement appeal settlement for Map and Lot# 028-063-000, the chair needs to sign the form to agree to the mediated value related to property tax abatement appeal. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Abatement Notice for Map 028-063-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the notice of property tax abatement in the amount of $662.46 for Map and Lot# 028-063-000. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING PERMITS:

Building 2023-26, Map and Lot# 006-002-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# Map and Lot# 006-002-000 to replace a garage with a new 36’ x 30’ two story garage. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. Mr. Dalessio requested that a demolition permit be obtained from the property owners.

Building 2023-29, Map and Lot# 025-028-000 Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 025-028-000 to renovate the Carriage House portion of the Drewsville Mansion into 3 one-bedroom apartments, they have been before the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment for approval. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Building 2023-30, Map and Lot# 024-014-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 024-014-001 to add 11,175 sq. ft. of roof mount solar panels. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

Reimbursement Letter to the Trustees of Trust Funds: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the reimbursement letter to the Town of Walpole for $85,000 from the Highway Department for the snow tractor. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

Pending Further Action: Mr. Dalessio stated that in the next Selectboard meeting there will be a couple of contracts to sign. 

NEW BUSINESS:

BEA Event in Keene:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated that the Business and Economic Affairs are going to meet in Keene on 8/29/2023, between 10 AM and 12 PM at Keene State College Alumni Center. 

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

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (c) at 6:55 PM. Mr. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 7:32 PM. 

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 7:33 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Ahmad Esfahani, Recording Secretary

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Steve Dalessio; Cheryl Mayberry (arrived at mid-meeting)

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration

Police Committee Present: Cheryl Watson, David Adams and Andrew Dey

Community Power Committee Present: Paul Looney (presenter) and Dennis Marcom

More than a total of 39 people were in attendance.

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called the public meeting to order at 6:32 PM. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair and asked that those asking questions use the microphone. Steve Dalessio is to speak about infrastructure projects and the police station. Mrs. Pschirrer announced Police Committee members who were present. Paul Looney was to arrive after work to speak about the power program. Mrs. Pschirrer will speak about the last topic of the night, which will be an update about the Brownfields project. She was happy to report it is coming to a close.

INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

Mr. Dalessio explained that there were some projects not included in the presentation. They will be commented on. The presentation is focused on the most active projects. The other issues have not been forgotten. Mr. Dalessio explained that FEMA will cover much of the damage. However, FEMA only pays for the repair to what had existed prior to the damage. The Town has to go through an additional process of mitigation, which is another layer of bureaucracy.

Middle Street: The project had been delayed for approximately two months. Mr. Dalessio apologized for this. Water connection work began on 8/22/23. The storm drain catch basins have been ordered and a paving contractor has been selected. The project is expected to be completed around early to mid -September.

Union and School Streets: The gully starts at the top of Prospect Hill, and it is eroded. The DES has categorized it as a seasonal stream.  Due to cost constraints, the remediation cannot go up the gulley. The work will be from the catch basin down. Some of the drainage pipes were installed at the wrong angle. They are currently working on a design that will allow for cleaning out the catch basin.  Larger piping will be installed to increase water flow. Judy Epstein asked what direction the water will flow when it hits the catch basin. Mr. Dalessio responded that it will flow east down School Street and then go down Union Street. The new piping will be at least 24 inches in diameter. A comment was made that the area below, near Main Street, also floods. Mr. Dalessio replied that that this drainage area may also need to be improved. The question of cost was voiced. Mr. Dalessio stated that he estimated that it will be in the high hundreds of thousands of dollars and could be over one million dollars in cost. This is not a FEMA aided project. Mr. Dalessio added that they are looking at Butternut Brook which is on the list of problem areas. A culvert over the brook needs to be replaced. The Town is trying to plan for 100-year floods.

Reservoir Dam: Mr. Dalessio confirmed that the dam will be repaired and not removed. The Town values the recreational aspect of the property. The cost to remove the dam may have been more expensive than repairing the dam. The rough cost of the project is $750,000. This cost has been covered by grant funds. The slope is to be adjusted, the drainpipe repaired, and the spillway enlarged. The expected completion date is in 2025. Design work should be completed in June of 2024. Mr. Dalessio confirmed that this will be a contracted project.

Houghton Brook Bridge: The Town was awarded an ARM or Aquatic Resource Mitigation Grant for $250,000 with the Town to match the award sum. However, the submitted estimates came in over twice the engineering estimate of initial cost of 525K. Most recent quotes are for 1.1 million. The Town had hoped to obtain a travel easement through a property, but that option was not successful. The Town must install a temporary bridge. Additionally, supply chain issues have increased costs. A cost cutting measure is to install a single lane bridge. This was acceptable to Town emergency service groups. Also, the Town is considering a combination wood and metal for a single lane bridge. Deb Hutchins asked to confirm that the one lane bridge will be the permanent bridge. Mr. Dalessio confirmed this is so.  The Town is waiting for new quotes.

High Street Culver/Bridge: A contract will be signed for engineering and study work. The Town wishes to replace the bridge so that it will last. It has been repaired after the 2005 flood. State mitigation money will be used to cover engineering costs. Mr. Rosko questioned if there was a bridge over High Street. Several audience members confirmed that there is a bridge over a culvert at the junction of High and School Streets. Mr. Rosko asked what was wrong with the bridge. Mr. Dalessio explained that the bottom of the culvert was ripped out during the July 29, 2022 flood.

Old North Main Culvert/Bridge: Mr. Dalessio stated that a hydraulic study and some engineering has been completed for this project.  There is more engineering work to be completed.

POLICE STATION STUDY COMMITTEE

Mr. Dalessio stated that the Police Station Committee meets monthly. Mr. Dalessio introduced the committee members who were present at the meeting and listed the other members of the committee. Mr. Dalessio wished to answer the question of why Walpole needs a new police station.

Top Three Reasons:  Mr. Dalessio read the reasons from the slide which were:

1. For the protection of our Police Officers

2. To provide an adequate work environment

3. To have an efficient/safe workspace

Photos of the problem areas at the Police Station in North Walpole were included on the slide and explained by Mr. Dalessio.

A chart with a typical month’s police calls was discussed. The police staff include the chief, an administrative assistant, and 4 full-time officers. There is one open position. There are no part-time officers.

Committee Progress to Date: The committee determined that the current station does not meet the current or future needs of the Police Department. The committee visited 5 different law enforcement sites in the area. They have identified the space requirements for the building and what it should look like. The group has reviewed 10 potential building sites in Walpole. The sites should have easy access to Rt. 12, be flat, have access to Town water and sewer, etc. Listening sessions with different groups have occurred to obtain community input. Quotes for the architectural design have been recently received and will be reviewed by the committee. Mr. Dalessio reviewed next steps. Under the analysis of 2 potential sites, Mr. Dalessio stated that there has been no decision on any site at this time.  There are no known costs.  The site is not tied to the Dunkin Donut lot or contingent with the development of the Dunkin lot. An architect needs to be hired that will develop concept renderings and cost models. The committee will need to determine how funds are to be raised for all the costs associated with the building. Mr. Juris asked if the Town had appropriated money for someone to attend the National Chief of Police Design School. Mr. Dalessio will speak to Mr. Juris after the meeting about this topic. Mr. Juris then asked what the square footage would be of the building. Mr. Dalessio estimated it would be around 5,000 square feet. Mr. Juris felt this was an underestimated amount of square footage needed for the building. Mr. Rosko asked how this project would be approved. Mr. Dalessio and Mrs. Pschirrer said that it would be part of Town Meeting. Mr. Juris asked if there was a capital reserve for this project. Mr. Dalessio replied that there was not.  Mr. Stewart asked how crime statistics were trending. Mr. Dalessio stated they are going up and come in peaks due to the Town’s location, being close to Rt. 91. Mr. Marcom commented that it is hard to design a building without knowing the location. Mr. Witthus asked for more breakdown in the monthly police statistics such as how serious the crimes would be. Mrs. Mayberry was asked to assist with sending the chart to Mr. Boas. Mr. Rosko asked for more clarification about the issues with the current police station. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that bulletproof windows would be installed, a safe room, and heavier doors. There was continued discussion related to the police statistics chart.

WALPOLE COMMUNITY POWER UPDATE

Rates: Paul Looney explained that the May, June and July lowest rate was 15.8 cents per kilowatt hour. A new rate has been negotiated for August through the end of January 2024 of 10.9 cent per kwh. They are excited to be below the Keene Community Power rate. The rate for Liberty Utilities has dropped to 12.24 cents per kwh. Mr. Looney explained why he chose the 100% greener and cleaner power rate since he could not place a solar array on his property. Mr. Juris asked if this process could be explained since the same power line goes to his home. Mr. Looney explained that Liberty continues to provide the poles, wiring, etc. The Town is buying the power differently. The Town has joined a coalition of towns to group buy power. Mr. Looney explained the map of towns that are part or soon to be part of the coalition. Twenty three percent of the people of NH reside in towns that are going to be part of the coalition. CPCNH is the group that is obtaining the new rate. Mr. Juris asked for more clarification. Mr. Looney explained the renewable energy credits. The power being supplied to the grid is from a clean energy supplier. It’s a hard concept to understand. Liberty Utilities is obligated to purchase 23% of its electricity from renewable sources.

Mr. Looney then spoke to comparing models of electricity cash flows. Prior to CPCNH, Walpole customers would send their money to a for profit model. Now the money coming to the organization (CPCNH) is paying for just the electricity used with the excess not going into anyone’s pockets. CPCNH is a non-profit organization. CPCNH has a CEO and is hiring 2 or 3 other people to run the organization. The Board of Directors has several committees. Mr. Looney is on the finance committee. The reserve is being increased faster than originally estimated. Things are moving in the right direction. The reserve is needed due to the gap of 60 days between delivery of power and billing/payment. Seasonal market fluctuations are the other reason a reserve is needed. To reduce the shock to customers, the reserve will be used to smooth out pricing. The question of what happens when the rate changes again was asked. Mr. Looney explained that in December the rates for the next 6 months will be announced. There was a question if there was a fee to change suppliers. Mr. Looney said there was not. Mr. Marcom asked Mr. Looney if he could mention what happens to the reserve once it builds up. Mr. Looney explained the goal was to have 180 days of reserve. As other towns are added, the amount of power being purchased is growing, as is the amount of required reserve. Once the 180-day reserve is met, there is a decision to made by Walpole to either drop the rates with no additional reserve or to continue to grow the reserve so that Walpole could be part of or create energy projects. Homeowners with solar energy are not part of CPCNH since information is not being received from the for-profit utilities. CPCNH is working on fixing this situation. Hopefully there will be better news by the end of the year.

BROWNFIELDS SITE REMEDIATION

New Parking Lot: Peggy Pschirrer explained that in 2019 the Town began working on the Brownfields project. The Town received a $500,000 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant to clean up the Central Plating Site. Mrs. Pschirrer explained the history of the site. The prior owner had been fined by the DES since it was a highly contaminated site. The Town also received a $100,000 grant from the NH Department of Environmental Services (DES) for site remediation. The actual cost to remediate was more than $700,000. The Town negotiated with the owners for money to be held in escrow for future well testing of the property. After being awarded the grant, the Town hired Ransom Consulting of Portsmouth NH to oversee the project. Ransom hired Green Site Services that is a minority owned clean-up contractor. Mrs. Pschirrer explained the contamination including heavy metals and PFAS/PFOS.  The garage on the property was removed. There is now a patio in that location. It will have benches and flowerpots added. The location may become a bus stop. The remaining section became a parking lot. Signs will be added to promote public parking. Two Electric Vehicle (EV) stations will be installed by the Walpole Foundation. The recharging will be fee based and require a charge card. The Town will oversee the payment process. Trees have been left to the north side to shield abutters from the parking lot. Grass is to be planted around the patio area. The project comes to a halt on September 30^th. Mrs. Pschirrer thanked the Town for its cooperation and the abutters’ patience while the soil was being removed last summer.

Mrs. Pschirrer asked for any last questions. She said that more informational meetings will be held. Several citizens thanked the presenters for their work.

The meeting ended at 7:33 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); Richard Kreissle (Manager of Finance); KraigHarlow (Recreation Director); Ben Hoy (Recycling Center Manager); Meghan Hansson (Town Clerk/Tax Collector), Jane Malmberg (Library Director), Mike Symonds (Interim Road Agent), Helen Dalbeck (Hooper Institute Executive Director)

CALL TO ORDER: Mrs. Pschirrer called the staff meeting to order at 5:00 PM in Walpole Town Hall. 

MANAGERS’ DISCUSSION: Mrs. Pschirrer began the meeting with information about the 2024 budget process. The Selectboard will be meeting on September 8^th for the first meeting to discuss the 2024 budget. Departmental budgets are expected to be level funded. Managers can move money between line items but must keep to the same total expense as last year. Managers should start thinking about warrant articles to discuss at the departmental budget meetings in December. There was a discussion regarding encumbering funds for an extra year. 

Mrs. Pschirrer noted that in March 2024, the Town Clerk and Tax Collectors Offices will be separate. There will be a new budget line for the tax collector.  There was discussion about posting costs to the appropriate expense line to provide accurate expense figures.  Mr. Dalessio said that on September 8^th, the Selectboard creates a baseline budget by reviewing healthcare, insurance, heating, and other non-discretionary costs. Mrs. Pschirrer commented that department managers receive monthly budget reports from Mr. Kreissle and they should be reviewed.  Mrs. Pschirrer introduced Mike Symonds, the interim road agent. Several department managers introduced themselves to Mr. Symonds.

At 5:20 PM, Mrs. Pschirrer began her presentation on listening. There was an interactive session between managers at the end of the session. 

Chief Sanctuary, who was delayed due to a meeting conflict, entered the meeting. He gave statistics regarding driving under the influence (DUI). Also, there have been stalking incidents with electronic air tag devices being placed on vehicles. Chief Sanctuary thanked the Highway Department for removing vines from the police station sign on Church Street. 

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer voiced her gratitude to those in attendance and called the meeting adjourned at 5:59 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sarah Downing, Recording Secretary Pro Tempore

MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD

AUGUST 17, 2023

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry; Steve Dalessio

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 5:28 PM. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, Steve Dalessio and Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable totaling $122, 988.51 for checks issued on 8/18/23. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. The A/P included a $32,160.14 payment to the NH Retirement System.

PAYROLL:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $32,577.04 dated 8/18/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,820.81.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – August 10, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of August 10, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

In reference to the August 10^th minutes, Mrs. Pschirrer and Ms. Mayberry noted that the actual difference between the 2023 and 2024 Highway Block Grant was a reduction of $4,647.00.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – August 10, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of August 10, 2023. 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:

     • Conservation Commission Meeting – August 7, 2023

     •  Planning Board Meeting – August 8, 2023   

Mrs. Pschirrer acknowledged these minutes. 

TIMBER TAX WARRANT and CERTIFICATION OF YIELD TAXES

Op# 23-461-04, Map and Lot# 013-053-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Timber Tax Warrant and Certification of Yield Tax for Op# 23-461-04, Map and Lot# 013-053-000 for $2,199.06. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

REFUND

Map and Lot# 014-011-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to a property tax refund for Map and Lot# 014-011-000 for $14.85. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. The refund was due to an overpayment of the payoff at the real estate closing.

DEMOLITION & BUILDING PERMITS:

Building 2023-27, Map and Lot# 010-044-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for 2023-27, Map and Lot# 010-044-000 to construct a 20’ x 8’ entry and storage shed. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Demolition 2023-28, Map and Lot# 011-006-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the demolition permit for 2023-28, Map and Lot# 011-006-000 to remove a section of the home and the attached garage. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

Repainting Crosswalk on Church Street:  Mr. Dalessio reported that the sidewalk in front of the North Walpole Library that crosses Church Street would be painted next week by the Highway Department. 

Former Brownfields Site-New Parking Lot: Mrs. Pschirrer stated that the installation of the new EV charging stations is delayed due to the lack of electric panels. The parking lots have been striped.

NEW BUSINESS:

Office of Highway Safety Grant Agreement:  Ms. Mayberry moved to have the Selectboard chair sign the Office of Highway Safety Grant Agreement. Mr. Dalessio seconded. Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, andMrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

2024 Planning and Land Use Manuals: The Selectboard Office will order 4 manuals from SWRPC.

Town Hall Exterior Wall Repairs and Painting: The Selectboard was in favor of obtaining quotes for fiber cement siding for the west and north sides of the Town Hall due to high moisture levels. Painting quotes for each side are also being requested from contractors.

Harassment Awareness Training: The question of whether to conduct in-person or online harassment training was put forth to the Board. The Board asked that the new online training module from Primex be evaluated.

HOOPER TRUSTEES:  

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 6:52 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:00 PM.

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

Mr. Dalessio moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (c) at 7:00 PM. Mr. Mayberry seconded. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:33 PM.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 7:33PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Sarah Downing, Recording Secretary Pro Tempore

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry; Steve Dalessio

Staff Present: Jodi Dagle, Administrative Assistant; Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:29 PM. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, Steve Dalessio, Jodi Dagle, and Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register totaling $949,328.85 dated 8/04/23. This includes a $700,531.13 for the Fall Mountain Regional School District.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that the amount was adjusted because the paving payment for the former Brownfields site was removed because DES is paying for the paving.

PAYROLL:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $41,605.63 dated 8/04/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $10,474.57.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – July 27, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 27, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, andMrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – July 27, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of July 27, 2023. 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:

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– March 28, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– May 16, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– June 13, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– June 20, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– June 27, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– July 5, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– July 11, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– July 18, 2023

     • North Walpole Commissioners Meeting– July 25, 2023

     • Cemetery Trustees Meeting– July 26, 2023   

Mrs. Pschirrer acknowledged these minutes. 

WARRANTS:

Walpole Water Fees Mr. Dalessio moved to accept the Town of Walpole Warrant to collect Walpole Water fees of $49,046.47. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Walpole Sewer Fees Mr. Dalessio moved to accept the Town of Walpole Warrant to collect Walpole Sewer fees for $80,971.12. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

North Walpole Sewer Fees Mr. Dalessio moved to accept the Town of Walpole Warrant to collect Walpole Sewer fees for $65,766.00. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, andMrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

BUILDING AND DEMOLITION PERMITS:

Demolition 2023-22, Map and Lot# 007-024-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the demolition permit for Map and Lot# 007-024-001 to remove an in-ground swimming pool. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry.With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Building 2023-23, Map and Lot# 005-005-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 005-005-001 to construct a 44’ x 10’ ground mount solar. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Building 2023-24, Map and Lot# 001-018-000: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 001-018-000 to construct a 20’ x 12.7’ addition on the back of the home. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

Pending Further Action: Mr. Dalessio stated that for the Reservoir Dam, a 15-minute online meeting would occur tomorrow at 1:00 PM. Mr. Dalessio said that the bridge at High Street can start with funding from FEMA but would have to be paid mostly by the State Mitigation Program. The engineering work would need to be completed before plans are submitted for this bridge. Mr. Dalessio added that the Houghton Brook Bridge would be a single-lane, wood-plank bridge. 

Pearl Street: Ms. Mayberry commented upon a Town resident’s statement that an agreement was reachedwith a previous Town employee to pave Pearl Street in North Walpole. Ms. Mayberry stated that formal correspondence should be sent to the Town resident, clarifying the paving being a shared cost.  Ms. Mayberry reflected that the road in question is in fact a driveway. Mr. Dalessio stated he would speak to Mike Symonds regarding this matter.

NEW BUSINESS:

Recreation Revolving Fund Request:  Ms. Mayberry moved to approve Walpole Recreation’s use of their revolving fund, not to exceed $2000, for the purchase of basketball jerseys, and will be replaced by their revolving fund by the company sponsors. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Health Officer Nomination Form:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve Simon Gascoyne as the new Health Officer for the Town of Walpole. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

High Street Garage Storage Request:  Mrs. Pschirrer announced a request from the Fire Department to store a boat trailer at the High Street garage for approximately a year. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that the Fire Department could be told that a consensus was reached to approve this request. 

September 21^st Meeting Conflict:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated there was a request to change the meeting from 9/21/2023 to 9/20/2023. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that an agreement was reached to move the meeting.

HOOPER TRUSTEES MEETING:  

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Hooper Trustees Meeting at 6:56 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 7:00 PM.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (c) at 7:01 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 7:28 PM.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry; Steve Dalessio

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM. 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 $34,308.87 dated 7/28/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,321.49.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – July 20, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 20, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, andMrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – July 20, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of July 20, 2023. 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:

     • Trustees of the Trust Funds Meeting – July 18, 2023

     • Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting – July 19, 2023

Mrs. Pschirrer so recognized these minutes. 

BUILDING PERMITS:

2023-21, Map and Lot# 008-008-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the building permit for Map and Lot# 008-008-001 to construct a 40’ x 26’ residential home. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

September Budget Meeting: Mrs. Pschirrer found consensus of the Selectboard that the budget meeting would still be scheduled for 9/8/2023.

Pending Further Action: Mrs. Pschirrer gave a paving update the former Brownfields site/new parking lot. She stated that the parking lot line striping job has been put out to bid.   

NEW BUSINESS:

DMV Letter:  Ms. Mayberry moved to send a letter to the NH Department of Motor Vehicles to allow Mike Symonds, Interim Road Agent, to register vehicles and vehicular equipment. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Personnel Policy Proposed Updates:  Mrs. Pschirrer reviewed suggestions for personnel policy updates provided by Mrs. Downing. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that one of the updates is that exempt or salaried employees cannot be employed by another municipality while employed by the Town of Walpole.  Mrs. Pschirrer stated that she would run these suggestions by Atty. Cole. If approved by Atty. Cole, this item would be placed back on the agenda for approval. 

Selectboard Office Closure:  Mrs. Pschirrer commented on the proposed closure of the Selectboard office on 8/04/2023 because of staffing obligation conflicts. The Selectboard reached consensus to approve of this closure. 

Employee Appreciation Lunch:  Mrs. Pschirrer announced that an Employee Appreciation Lunch is planned for Tuesday, 9/19/2023. Lasagna will be the main course.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) at 6:45 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 7:33 PM.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 7:33 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary 

Selectboard Present:  Peggy Pschirrer, Chair; Cheryl Mayberry; Steve Dalessio

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration; Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary

Others Present: Jan Galloway-Leclerc, ZBA Chair; David Edkins, ZBA Vice-Chair

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM. She introduced herself, Peggy Pschirrer, Selectboard Chair, Cheryl Mayberry, Steve Dalessio, Jordan Cannon (Secretary) and Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration. 

OLD BUSINESS: 

Zoning Board of Adjustment: Mrs. Pschirrer commented that she has read the letters addressed to Mrs. Galloway-Leclerc from Atty. Hockensmith. Mrs. Galloway-Leclerc asked how to proceed if a Town resident goes to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) with the wrong application. She referenced Atty. Hockensmith’s letter regarding a resident’s application for an expansion for non-conforming use. Discussion was held on the role of present zoning coordinator. It includes reviewing zoning issues prior to the application being reviewed by the ZBA. Mr. Edkins stated that there needs to be a zoning administrator and put forth the argument that the Selectboard is meant to be the administrator of zoning ordinances. Mrs. Galloway-Leclerc recommended having a meeting with the Selectboard and Atty.Hockensmith to clarify the roles of the ZBA and the Selectboard. Mr. Edkins spoke about his experience serving as a zoning administrator. Mr. Dalessio commented on the steps needed for establishing a zoning administrator position in the Town. 

Mrs. Galloway-Leclerc reviewed a previous meeting when discussions involved zoning ordinances. Mr. Dalessio about the need to consult with Southwest Regional Planning Commission (SWRPC). Mrs. Galloway-Leclerc asked who the individual would be to whom updates on the Town website would be submitted. Mrs. Pschirrer commented that Mrs. Gohl is working on the new website. However, this individual would not be the website administrator after the website is launched.

Mr. Edkins and Mrs. Galloway-Leclerc departed the meeting.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register in the total amount of $143,658.47 for checks issued 7/21/2023. This includes a $65,949.59 payment to Clearwater Pool and Spa of Keene for Town pool repairs.  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 $43,283.68 dated 7/21/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $10,985.42.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – July 13, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 13, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, andMrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – July 13, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of July 13, 2023. 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:

     • Conservation Commission Meeting – June 5, 2023

     • Conservation Commission Meeting – July 10, 2023

     • Planning Board Meeting – July 11, 2023

Mrs. Pschirrer so recognized these minutes. 

OLD BUSINESS: 

Wage Rate for Pool Employees: Ms. Mayberry reviewed the lifeguards’ concern in the previous year about wages. She stated that in order to make a proportionate adjustment with a new hire, the other returning lifeguards would receive a $3 an hour increase. Discussion was held over the present recreation budget as it relates to potential increases in lifeguard pay rates. This discussion was tabled and resumed during the Non-Public session. 

Map and Lot# 008-008-001: Mrs. Pschirrer spoke to a building permit notice that was sent out to a resident who was building a home without a building permit. The Selectboard confirmed that the $500 penalty remains in effect. The homeowner was told to obtain a permit at an earlier meeting. It was recorded in the Selectboard minutes.

Pending Further Action: Mr. Dalessio spoke to an update with Houghton Brook Bridge. Planning is in process for a single-lane wood plank bridge plan as an alteration to the original plan. Mr. Dalessio added that on School and Union Streets, there is a move forward to correct the drainage from the box to the edge of School Street. The Town is not going to go up the slope of Prospect Hill to fix the upstream portion. 

Mr. Dalessio announced that there will be a pre-construction meeting with DES regarding Reservoir Dam. Mrs. Pschirrer reported that the paving is completed for the Brownfields site/new parking lot. Mr. Dalessio stated that nothing has been done for the sidewalks on Main Street. He hoped that work would be done in the coming year. The two priorities for the Highway Department are Middle Street and paving. 

NEW BUSINESS:

FMRSD Superintendent:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated that she and Mr. Dalessio met the new FMRSD Superintendent. She stated that there is a letter to notify the superintendent of community events. Ms. Mayberry stated she invited the new superintendent to attend a Selectboard meeting. Mrs. Pschirrer asked Mrs. Downing to forward the dates of the Walpole Concerts on the Common. 

5-Town Meeting Cancellation:  Mrs. Pschirrer discussed the previous 5-Town meeting, in which Lou Beam presented on the topic of bulk purchases of fuel. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that the next meeting, scheduled to take place in Acworth, is canceled due to road closures and flood damage.

Complete Streets Grant and MAST Annual Meeting:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated that a meeting occurred yesterday. Mr. Dalessio stated that Complete Streets has already been covered. 

HOOPER TRUSTEES:  

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into the Hooper Trustees meeting at 7:34 p.m. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 7:44 PM.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) at 7:45 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting was reconvened at 8:09 PM.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary

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

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration; Elissa Brady, Lifeguard

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:33 PM. 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 $36,988.76 dated 7/14/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,799.51.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – July 6, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of July 6, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, andMrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – July 6, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of July 6, 2023. 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:

   • Police Committee Meeting – June 12, 2023

Mrs. Pschirrer acknowledged these minutes. 

LAND USE CHANGE TAX:

Map and Lot# 005-044-003: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Land Use Change Tax for Map and Lot# 005-044-003 for $9,890. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

Letter to Dr. Shaw: Mrs. Pschirrer reviewed the letter prepared for Dr. Shaw, thanking him for his service as the Town’s Health Officer. Mr. Dalessio moved to sign the letter of appreciation to Dr. Shaw. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. Mrs. Pschirrer had called Dr. Simon Gascoyne and left him a message. Additionally, she sent him a letter asking that he please call the Selectboard Office.

Irving Diesel Contract: Mrs. Pschirrer presented a tax-exempt certificate from Irving. Ms. Mayberry moved that the chair sign the tax-exempt certificate for Irving. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. Mr. Dalessio asked if an inspection had been scheduled for the diesel tank. Mrs. Downing stated that she was working on this and hoped to have this done tomorrow. 

New Website and Photos: Mrs. Pschirrer stated that individual pictures have been requested for the new Town website. Mrs. Pschirrer then stated that the Zoning Board of Adjustment has objected to this request. Mrs. Pschirrer and Mr. Dalessio stated that individual pictures were not necessary. Mrs. Pschirrer stated that she would communicate this decision to Mrs. Gohl.

Lifeguard:  Ms. Brady stated she has been at the pool for eight years. She felt there has been a lack of communication between the pool staff, the recreation director, and the pool manager. Ms. Brady reported that the lifeguards had not been given their pay rate sheets. Ms. Mayberry responded that adjusting the pay for lifeguards had been discussed. The intention is to adjust lifeguard pay rates. However, the Town is limited by the budget. The pay rate information will be available next week. Ms. Brady stated that the lifeguards are short-staffed, and that taking breaks is difficult given the limitation in staffing. Discussion commenced regarding the typical number of lifeguards present during the open pool hours. Mrs. Pschirrer commented that the pool should open at 11:00 AM instead of 10:00 AM because of limitations in staffing. Ms. Mayberry commented that new lifeguards are to be hired in the coming weeks. The Selectboard discussed the pay rates of neighboring municipal pools.

DRA 2022 Cyclical Revaluation Letter: Mrs. Pschirrer spoke to a recap of process with the DRA 2022 Cyclical Revaluation Letter and raised the question whether the Town wishes to do a Request for Proposal (RFP) for property assessing services. Mrs. Downing stated that other RFPs could be done. 

NEW BUSINESS:

Ransom Consulting Scope of Work:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated the Board had received a Scope of Workproposal for the Middle Street drainage site plan. Mr. Dalessio said that he had no problem with the estimate but clarified that this was half of the project. The remaining funds would come from the water/sewer budgets. Mr. Dalessio commented that the quote had a 6/27/2023 date with the Selectboard receiving the estimate today. The plan request was initiated on 5/03/2023. The scope of work would not start for another 3 weeks. Mr. Dalessio moved to sign the Purchase Order to do the engineering work for Middle Street at a cost not to exceed $9,500 by Ransom Consulting and should be charged to the warrant article. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

Houghton Brook Bridge: Mr. Dalessio spoke of a Houghton Brook Bridge option that could get the cost down to something palatable. Instead of putting in a temporary two-lane bridge, a one-lane bridge could be installed. Additionally, instead of using concrete, wood planking could be used which would reduce the temporary bridge cost. Mrs. Pschirrer commented that this road gets little traffic. Ms. Mayberry stated that it was a good idea. Mr. Dalessio will let Fuss and O’Neil know that this is acceptable. 

NEW BUSINESS:

Building Permit Use:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated that a house has been built on Old Keene Road near Hooper Road without a building permit. Mr. Dalessio stated that because there is no building permit that a Cease-and-Desist order should be delivered. Mrs. Pschirrer reviewed past meeting minutes reflecting on Selectboard statements which spoke of the need for a building permit. Mrs. Downing commented that the fine for building without a building permit was $500. Mr. Dalessio said that a letter needed to be sent to the property owner regarding this matter. 

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 7:39 PM.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 7:40 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary

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

Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration; Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary

CALL TO ORDER:  Mrs. Pschirrer called this Selectboard meeting to order at 6:30 PM. She introduced the Selectboard, Recording Secretary, and Manager of Administration. 

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Accounts Payable Check Register in the total amount of $214,652.49 for checks issued 7/07/2023. This payment includes a $96,581.25 payment to NH Municipal Bond Bank for the CCI broadband bond. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. Mr. Dalessio stated that the Selectboard should pursue further information related to a $280 payment for Recycling Center photos. 

PAYROLL:

Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Payroll Register totaling $36,360.49 dated 7/07/23 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $7,622.62.  Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. 

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:

SELECTBOARD MEETING – June 29, 2023:   Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard meeting of June 29, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

SELECTBOARD NON-PUBLIC SESSION – June 29, 2023:  Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the Minutes of the Selectboard Non-Public Session of June 29, 2023. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved. The minutes are to remain sealed. 

REFUNDS:

Map and Lot#004-005-001: Mr. Dalessio moved to approve the refund for Map and Lot# 004-005-001 due to a double payment. Seconded by Ms. Mayberry. With Mr. Dalessio, Ms. Mayberry and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

OLD BUSINESS: 

FMRSD Follow-Up Letter: Mrs. Pschirrer stated that a follow-up letter was sent to Alissa Bascom (chair of the FMRSD schoolboard) and that a response letter was received by the Town.

Walpole Community Power Rate Change: Mrs. Pschirrer noted the new rate going into effect on 8/01/2023.

NEW BUSINESS:

Vachon Clukay & Co. Representation Letter:  Mrs. Pschirrer spoke in response to a letter that was reviewed for the 2022 financial audit. The auditors will be in the town office on Monday. Ms. Mayberry moved to allow Mrs. Pschirrer to sign the Vachon Clukay & Co. Representation Letter. Seconded by Mr. Dalessio. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

Health Officer Resignation:  Mrs. Pschirrer stated a letter of gratitude would be written to Dr. Chuck Shaw who is resigning as the Town’s Health Officer.    

HOOPER TRUSTEES MEETING:  

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Hooper Trustees Meeting at 6:41 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 6:42 PM.

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

Ms. Mayberry moved to enter into Non-Public Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II (a) (c) (e) at 6:43 PM. Mr. Dalessio seconded. With Ms. Mayberry, Mr. Dalessio, and Mrs. Pschirrer in favor, the motion was approved.

The meeting reconvened at 7:38 PM.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mrs. Pschirrer declared the meeting adjourned at 7:39 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Jordan Cannon, Recording Secretary