The Walpolean

Kids ASPIRE for Greatness at YMCA

Helping youth learn, grow and thrive in the out-of-school hours

Thanks to Meeting Waters YMCA, hundreds of kids in southeastern Vermont and Walpole, NH can continue to learn, grow and thrive even after the bell rings at the end of the school day.  At least as importantly, says, Steve Fortier, the organization’s executive director, that also means that several hundred parents can work with the peace of mind that their child is in a safe and nurturing environment. “When Sue (Fortier, the Y’s Program Director) and I created Y-ASPIRE in 1998, we made sure that it would meet the needs of working parents,” said Fortier. “What we do at ASPIRE is all about positive youth development. When we do ASPIRE is all about supporting working parents.”

Now in its sixteenth year of operations, the Y’s After-School Program for Inspiration, Recreation and Education  (Y-ASPIRE) takes place at Brattleboro’s Oak Grove, Green Street, and Academy schools; Dummerston School; at Meeting Waters YMCA’s Bellows Falls facility for students that attend Saxtons River School and Rockingham Central School; and, new this year, Walpole Primary School which serves youth and parents from North Walpole and Walpole Elementary schools, as well.

The Y-ASPIRE program runs after school for each of the 180 school days. It also runs for full days on all school vacations and most holidays, as well as for half-days on teacher in-service and other early release days. In all, the program operates for over 210 days during the school year.

Each day of a Y-ASPIRE program includes physical activity, nutritious snack, assisted study time and a cooperative group project. Activities are centered around monthly themes such as Different But the Same; Our Community; and Kindness and Justice. Through various activities, students in Y-ASPIRE develop “life skills” such as cooperation, problem-solving, group decision-making and leadership. They also learn more about themselves, their community and their world. Service learning projects benefit other community agencies as well as the ASPIRE participants. Monthly family events focus on family strengthening and health.

Three other Meeting Waters YMCA programs complement the ASPIRE program to provide year-round “out-of-school” supports for kids and their parents. Their Kindergarten ASPIRE program runs during the first two weeks of school in Brattleboro. During that time, kindergarten ends at 1:00 which provides a challenge for working parents. For the past nine years, Meeting Waters YMCA has filled that void. The regional Y’s Snow Days Program in Brattleboro provides full day care when schools are unexpectedly closed due to inclement weather. And, when the school year ends, Meeting Waters YMCA’s Lewis Day Camp— with bussing from Brattleboro, Bellows Falls, Walpole and six other Vermont and New Hampshire communities—then kicks in to serve kids and parents in the summer months.

Financial assistance for all Meeting Waters YMCA “out-of-school” programs is available through the NH and VT Childcare Subsidy programs and Meeting Waters YMCA’s Reach Out to Youth scholarship fund. As in all of the YMCA’s programs, no one will be denied access to ASPIRE for lack of ability to pay full program fees.

For more information and registration materials, visit http://www.meetingwatersymca.org, call Meeting Waters YMCA’s main office at 802-463-4769, or email them at info@meetingwatersymca.org.

Meeting Waters YMCA is a charitable, non-profit, social service organization founded in 1895. Its services positively impact children, teens, families and communities throughout the Fall Mountain, Springfield, Bellows Falls and Brattleboro regions.

TOWN OF WALPOLE
MEETING OF THE SELECTBOARD
JUNE 26, 2013

Selectboard Present: Whitney Aldrich; Chas Street, (Absent: Jamie Teague – Chair)

CALL TO ORDER: In the absence of Mrs. Teague, Mr. Aldrich called the meeting to order at 3:30 PM in the Walpole Town Hall with two people present in the audience.
These are unapproved Minutes.
PUBLIC BUSINESS:
There was no Public Business at this meeting.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
Mr. Street moved to approve the Accounts Payable check register and manifest for checks dated June 28, 2013, in the amount of $25,423.90. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
PAYROLL:
Mr. Street moved to approve the payroll voucher for the week ending June 22, 2013, for checks dated June 28, 2013, in the amount of $18,904.96. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
Mr. Street moved to approve the electronic fund transfer for the 941 Employer Taxes for Withholding, MEDI and FICA taxes in the amount of $4,276.68. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES:
SELECTBOARD MEETING – June 20, 2013: Mr. Street moved to approve the Minutes of the regular Selectboard meeting of June 20, 2013, as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the minutes were approved.
NON-PUBLIC SELECTBOARD SESSION – June 20, 2013: Mr. Street moved to approve the Minutes of the Non-Public Selectboard Session of June 20, 2013, as submitted. The Minutes will remain sealed. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the minutes were approved.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
The Selectboard received and reviewed the following meeting minutes:
 North Walpole Village District Board of Commissioners – June 18, 2013;
 Conservation Commission – June 3, 2013;
 Walpole Fire District – May 8, 2013;
 Walpole Fire District – April 10, 2013;
 Zoning Board of Adjustment – June 19, 2013;
 Cemetery Committee – June 13, 2013; and
 Hooper Institute – June 19, 2013.
BUILDING PERMIT:
FRYE, Bookseller Road, Map & Lot #004-035-000: Mr. Street moved to approve Building Permit No. 2013-19 for Paul E. Frye at 90 Bookseller Road to “Construct a 40’ x 28’ Pole Barn”, as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
ABATEMENT – WATER AND SEWER:
TSITSONIS, 417 Main Street, Map & Lot #012-009-000: Mr. Street moved to grant the Abatement for Water in the amount of $651.69 and Sewer in the amount of $510.01 for Lambrini Tsitsonis. This is due to an incorrect reading of the meter. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
ABATEMENT – PROPERTY TAX:
SWANSON, 113 Church Street, Map & Lot #030-027-000: Mr. Street moved to grant the Abatement for Property Taxes in the amount of $954.00 for Sigurd Swanson. This is the result of a property assessment decrease as recommended by Avitar Associates. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
ABATEMENT – PROPERTY TAX:
BLANCHARD, 283 Valley Road, Map & Lot #013-021-000: Mr. Street moved to deny the request for an Abatement for Property Taxes for Mrs. Blanchard at 283 Valley Road as recommended by Avitar Associates. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
INTENT TO EXCAVATE:
HODGKINS & SONS, Old Drewsville Road, Map & Lot #012-073-000: Mr. Street moved to grant the Intent to Excavate, Sand, No. 13-461-05-E for Hodgkins & Sons on the Old Drewsville Road, as submitted. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
HODGKINS & SONS, Industrial Drive, Map & Lot #001-010-000: Mr. Street moved to grant the Intent to Excavate, Gravel and Other Fill, No. 13-461-06-E for Hodgkins & Sons on Industrial Drive, as submitted, Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
NEW BUSINESS:
PERSONNEL – Highway Department: Mr. Street moved to grant the request from Bruce Russell to roll over one week of his vacation time on his anniversary date of August 30th. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
JULY MEETING DATES: The Selectboard agreed to set the following meeting schedule for July:
 Thursday, July 4, 2013 – No Meeting
 Wednesday, July 10, 2013 – 3:00 PM
 Thursday, July 18, 2013 – 3:00 PM
 Thursday, July 25, 2013 – 3:00 PM.
ICE CREAM VENDOR REQUEST: Mr. Brad Nash, Penguin Paradise Ice Cream Sales, recently started a summer ice cream sales business. He wanted to know if he could solicit sales from the Pool/Rec Area and also if he is allowed to sell ice cream on the Common during the Summer Band Concerts. Mrs. Clough contacted Mr. Goodhue at the Walpole Pool who is in favor of a vendor selling ice cream. Mr. Goodhue suggested he would work out days and times to post that he is coming so the kids will have their money.
Mr. Street moved that Mr. Brad Nash, Penguin Paradise Ice Cream Sales, be approved to sell ice cream at the Recreation Center, as scheduled, and on the Common during the Summer Band Concerts. Mr. Nash is restricted to ice cream sales only. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved.
TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE: Mr. Aldrich, as Acting Chair, signed the Exemption Certification for the Walpole Police Department to purchase from the Federal Cartridge Company.
Selectboard Meeting –June 26, 2013- Page 3
OLD BUSINESS:
TOWN HALL FLOORS: Mrs. Clough has been working with the company that will be doing the Town Hall floors to set up dates, etc. The dates will be from July 22nd through August 14th. The Town Hall is booked from September to Christmas. Mrs. Clough will advise the Boy Scouts that there may be a few Sundays in which they cannot use the kitchen due to the floor. She will also advise all committees and boards and it will be posted publicly. The Selectboard just wanted to be sure that everyone that uses the Town Hall during these dates will be notified.
NON-PUBLIC SESSION:
Mr. Street moved to enter into a Non-Public Selectboard Session pursuant to RSA 91-A:3 II to discuss (a) Personnel. Mr. Aldrich seconded the motion and, on a roll call vote with all in favor, the motion was approved. The time was 4:10 PM.
The regular meeting resumed at 4:16 PM. No announcements were made.
RECESS SELECTBOARD MEETING:
Mr. Street moved to recess this Selectboard meeting. The Selectboard will enter into a meeting as the Hooper Trustees. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved. The time was 4:17 PM.
The regular meeting resumed at 4:53 PM.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Street moved to adjourn this Selectboard meeting. Seconded by Mr. Aldrich. With all in favor, the motion was approved. The time was 4:55 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Regina Borden, Recording Secretary

(Note: These are unapproved Minutes. Corrections, if necessary, will be found in the Minutes of the July 10, 2013, Selectboard meeting.)

TOWN OF WALPOLE

PLANNING BOARD MEETING

JULY 9, 2013

Presiding:        Robert Miller (Vice-Chair); James Aldrich, Henry Fletcher, Dennis Marcom, Eric Merklein

Alternates:      Steve Dalessio, Ed Potter, Jeff White

Recording:      Regina Borden, Recording Secretary

These Minutes are unapproved and will be reviewed at the August 13, 2013, meeting for corrections, additions and/or omissions.  There were seven people present in the audience.

Meeting Opened:  Mr. R. Miller, Vice-Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM in the Walpole Town Hall.  He advised that meetings are tape recorded therefore asked anyone that wishes to speak to identify themselves.

Roll Call:  Mr. R. Miller noted that regular member, Mr. J. Miller (Chair) and Mrs. Teague, Selectboard representative, were not present.  He called upon alternate member, Mr. J. White, to sit on the board for Mr. J. Miller.  An alternate member cannot be seated on the Board for Mrs. Teague, as the Selectboard representative.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING on June 11, 2013, and WORKSHOP SESSION, June 25, 2013:  Mr. Dalessio advised that during the June 11, 2013, meeting Mrs. Teague had mentioned that she would take up the lighting issue at the Family Dollar Store with the Selectboard.  He requested that this be added to the Minutes.  Mr. Marcom moved to approve the Minutes of the regular PB meeting of June 11, 2013, with the above addition and to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Session of June 25, 2013, as printed.  Seconded by Mr. Fletcher.  With all members in favor, the Minutes were approved.

PUBLIC HEARING:

Mr. R. Miller called this Public Hearing to order at 7:04 PM.

Proposed Amendment to the Site Plan Review – Changes and Alterations in an Approved Site Plan:

Mr. Dalessio pointed out that the Town’s Site Plan Review does not mention that approved Site Plans can be amended.  This does not add or take away anything but gives the Site Plan review the ability to amend previously approved Site Plans.  Mr. Dalessio read the proposed change as follows:

“If at any time before or during the construction of the Site Plan, unforeseen conditions make it necessary or desirable for the applicant to modify the location or design of any of the required work or previously submitted plans, the Planning Board may, after a duly noticed public hearing with notice to abutters and general public, authorize such modifications.

The applicant shall submit revised documentation for review and approval.  The Planning Board may elect to waive certain site plan and/or documentation requirements based on the nature of the changes being submitted.”   

Mr. Marcom noted that it does not add or subtract any regulations but, in fact, it makes it a smoother transition if there are any changes or modifications.  Mr. R. Miller feels it will now be in black-and-white which the PB did not have before.  Mr. Dalessio noted that the PB would still go through the process.  Discretion will be used.  Mr. R. Miller said the PB will still have to vote on whether to approve or deny any requested amendments.

Mr. Franks asked who the author of this amendment is.  Mr. R. Miller advised that the PB worked on this during several Workshop sessions.  Mr. Franks asked what the intent is.  Mr. Dalessio clarified that the current Site Plan does not have any wording in the document for amendments; this is to make it clear that an applicant can come in and request an amendment.  It makes a legitimate path to follow.  Mr. Franks asked if an attorney looked at this.  Mr. Dalessio responded that it had not yet been looked at but that is a PB decision.  It is always a good practice to do so.  Mr. Franks pointed out that this could still delay a project about four months.  He appreciates this as it is something that will allow an amendment process to be looked at but the way this appears to be written, to him, leaves the discretion at the PB’s favor and does not take into consideration those that are putting forth their own funding and time constraints.  He just wants to be sure that any unforeseen circumstances, for both sides, are tended to in a fair manner.

Mrs. Mansouri felt that under the PB RSAs there is something that can be taken from the green book regarding amendments.  Mr. Dalessio clarified that some wording was taken from that book and it was compared to what other towns use.  Mrs. Mansouri stated that we are Walpole, that is who we are and who we should be compared to.

There were no other comments therefore Mr. R. Miller closed this Public Hearing at 7:18 PM.

Mr. R. Miller opened up the regular meeting for discussion.

Mr. Aldrich moved to have our Town Attorney look at the verbiage in this proposed change to the Site Plan.   Seconded by Mr. Fletcher.  With all members in favor, the motion was approved.

Mr. R. Miller advised that this discussion will be continued at the next regular meeting pending an opinion from the Town Attorney.

NEW BUSINESS:

Subdivision – One Lot Into Three Lots:  Richard S. Francis, III, Ramsay Hill, Tax Map #011, Lot #007-001, Residential Zone District.  Mr. Joe DiBernardo, DiBernardo Associates LLC, was representing Mr. Francis.  He displayed a plan and explained that Lot #1 will be 23.81 acres and has Mr. Francis’ house on it; to the north will be Lot #2 that will be 13.03 acres with an existing shed on it, and Lot #3 will be 20.19 acres.  Mr. Francis wants to reserve some areas for views.  He is stipulating that the owners of Lot #1 and Lot #2 keep the field mowed to maintain the view.  There is plenty of road frontage.

Mr. Merklein moved to schedule a Public Hearing for the August 13, 2013, meeting for this application.  Seconded by Mr. Fletcher.  With all members in favor, the motion was approved.

Bruce Carruthers – Preliminary Consultation:  About two years ago Mr. Carruthers bought the building that Fitz Vogt and Associates is renting on Main Street but they will be leaving at the end of September.  It is currently being used as Commercial but he would like to change it to Residential.  The current plans are for three fairly large units of about 2,000 square feet each.  He has plans for development in the front only at this time.  It is a continuous foundation.  He is asking for guidance and the process that should be followed.  This is an 1874 Victorian building.  Mr. Carruthers wants to protect the integrity of the building as it is.  He plans to reduce the size of the parking lot and do landscaping.  Daniel Scully, Architect, displayed the preliminary plan.  The only exterior change is to put in a two car garage for the units.  There will be some new interior construction.  They plan to work within the existing footprint.  Mrs. Mansouri felt there is a slab and not a continuous foundation.  According to the Zoning regulations it would have to be on one foundation.  Mr. Carruthers noted that there is crawl space under a portion but it is one foundation; there are windows in the foundation in the basement.  It was noted that the building is in the Commercial Zone.  Mr. R. Miller said they want to check and verify that it is an exception from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.  Mrs. Mansouri advised that they cannot change the zoning but can change the use of the zoning.  They do not have to change the use because apartments would be allowed in the Commercial zone but they are converting to a multi-family dwelling.  The PB will look for the recommendation from the ZBA.

Mr. Merklein moved to schedule a Public Hearing for the August 13, 2013, meeting for Mr. Carruthers.  Seconded by Mr. Marcom.  With all members in favor, the motion was approved.

Duane Gerenser – Preliminary Consultation:  Mr. Gerenser explained that they are planning to do a project on the Rice Mountain Estate. It consists of 355 acres on the northeast corner in Walpole.  They are looking at it with the thought of creating an up-scale country hotel with approximately 20 rooms.  From the existing infrastructure they would be able to have about 11 rooms therefore they are looking for some new construction.  For the new lodging, to keep things compact, they would be looking to add about 12 new units that would be duplexes (six duplexes).  The existing infrastructure would be used for dining but a commercial kitchen will be needed.  There is a barn that would be used for special events but that would be limited.  The base of the mountain would be used for a parking area due to limited parking on the top and there would be a shuttle to get people up-and-down.  The land consists of a series of plateaus.  On one plateau there are interesting old buildings and on another plateau there is a rail car.  There will be a swimming pool, a spa and maybe tennis courts.  He understands they would need a Special Exception or a Variance from the Zoning Board of Adjustment because it is zoned Rural Agricultural.  He spoke with Mr. Jeff Miller and Mrs. Mansouri previously.  The property also has magnificent gardens.  They anticipate that it will be one of the top two-or-three properties in New England.  It will be family oriented.  There are two entrances off Valley Road.  They looked at the access to be sure that Fire and Police services could be provided.  There are two fire hydrants on the property.  They had a preliminary traffic review from an engineer and his proposal was to put a traffic counter on Valley Road.  Mr. Merklein suggested that they meet with Jim Terrell, Highway Superintendent, to talk about the road conditions on Valley Road.  In terms of employment they would need about 22 full-time and 16-to-24 part-time/ seasonal employees.

Mrs. Mansouri pointed out that the PB can make a recommendation to the ZBA and state that the plan is not complete but Mr. Gerenser can still make a presentation before the ZBA and, if the ZBA approved it, it would be a Conditional Approval based on final Site Plan approval by the PB.

Mr. Merklein moved to schedule a Public Hearing for the August 13, 2013, meeting for Mr. Gerenser.  Seconded by Mr. Marcom.  With all members in favor, the motion was approved.

PLANNING BOARD:

Workshop Session:  Mr. R. Miller advised that there will be a Workshop Session on Tuesday, July 23, 2013, at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Downstairs Office.  He asked what the members would like to discuss so it could be put on the Agenda, however, since a few members would have been unable to attend there was a consensus to cancel the Workshop this month.

Mr. Aldrich moved to take the month of July off from the Workshop Sessions.  Seconded by Mr. Marcom.  With all members in favor, the motion was approved.

Adjournment:  Mr. Aldrich moved to adjourn this meeting.  Seconded by Mr. Fletcher.  With all members in favor, the motion was approved.  The time was 8:17 PM.

Respectfully submitted, Regina Borden, Recording Secretary

cc:  PB, ZBA, WCC, Town Offices, BOS

Posted:  Town Hall Lobby, Burdick’s Market, Walpolean

Remember when you were asked to fill out a survey to provide feedback to the Walpole Library?  Well, they listened.  Jennifer Kelley forwarded this announcement today.  Thank you Lyn Cooke and everyone else who worked so hard to gather the information, and thank you especially, for following through on what you heard. – Lil

The Walpole Library’s survey last March revealed that patrons wanted more a consistent, predictable schedule, as well as additional hours in the evening.

To respond, the Library has fine-tuned its schedule, so that it is open every day, Monday through Friday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., as well as evenings, Monday and Wednesday until 8 p.m.  As before, the library is open on Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon and Saturdays, 9 to 1 p.m.

The library is trying out the new hours from now until the end of the year. A small surplus in the budget for salaries allows for the extended schedule without additional funds from the town. Librarian Mary Farrell is monitoring usage during the new hours and will make adjustments as necessary in her plans for next year’s schedule and budget.

“Our Monday evening hours have been very popular, and we are getting more and more people coming in between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. as well,” said Farrell.  “We hope that the additional hours on Wednesday will bring in even more people who can’t visit during the day.”

Because of budget constraints and the varying needs of patrons, the library cannot be open for the same hours on all days; however, the new schedule ensures that the doors will be open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. every weekday.

Here is a complete list of the opening hours for the Bridge Memorial Library on Main Street:

Monday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuesday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Wednesday 10 a.m. to Noon; 1 p.m to 6 p.m.

Thursday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Still confused? In addition, the library has purchased a colorful banner that will fly from the front porch whenever the library is open.

Maybe you’ve heard the phrase from your child, your grandchild, or a child you are teaching and/or caring for.  If so, you are invited to hear this nationally know speaker.  Thanks to Tammy Vittum, chairman of the Fall Mountain School District Professional Development Committee, arrangements have been made for her to speak to the public at large on Thursday night and the district staff on Friday. – Lil 

On Thursday, August 22, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at the Fall Mountain Regional High School, the district will host Dr. Jane Bluestein who will present “You Can’t Make Me” – using boundaries to build responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect.

This free program is applicable to kids of all ages, with strategies for parents, grandparents, caregivers and educators. A dynamic and entertaining speaker, Dr. Bluestein has worked with thousands of educators, counselors, healthcare professionals, parents, childcare workers, and other community members world-wide. She has appeared internationally as a speaker and talk-show guest, including several appearances as a guest expert on CNN, National Public Radio and The Oprah Winfrey Show.  Dr. Bluestein’s books as well as other resources will be available for purchase at the time of her presentation.

If you have any questions, please contact Tammy Vittum at tvittum@sau60.org.

Michael Haslam Wanted everyone to know about this opportunity to see what is happening at the Community Gardens behind Hooper. – Lil

The Walpole Community Garden will be holding an Open House this Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Rain date Sunday.)  All are invited to come and stroll around the garden and share in its communal pleasures.  Plot-holders will be on hand to chat and talk about the principles and practice of community gardening.  As well as organically feeding its own plot-holders throughout the year, the Garden contributes to the local community by providing fresh produce to food banks throughout the area.

There will be a demonstration of the labor-saving “no till” method of plot-making and soil-building, and a chance to witness the construction of a gravity-feed water tank — or visitors can just wander around and enjoy the garden and its beautiful setting.

Started just a few years ago, the Garden is still expanding and still evolving.  This year an apple orchard has been planted, with 5 different varieties, including Thomas Jefferson’s favorite, “Esopus Spitzenburg”, and “Rambour Franc”, circa 1535.  Each “host” tree benefits from surrounding “plant guilds”, demonstrating Permaculture concepts.

Parents can come with their kids and introduce them to the healthful joys of growing their own peas, tomatoes, beans, raspberries—and so much more!  The Community Garden is located behind the Hooper Institute opposite the Hooper Golf Course up Prospect Hill. There is parking at the Hooper Institute or in the garden’s small parking area just beyond. For more information call Michael Haslam, 360-739-5626.

The news speaks for itself.  I can add no more! – Lil

Hello from Sonoma, California! We’ve reached our new home and, while it
doesn’t quite feel like home yet, friendly, helpful neighbors and
townspeople have already made us feel like more than just visitors!

Driving all the way across the country was a great experience! We had good
weather and many enjoyable experiences with people we met along the way. We
connected with old friends in Montreal and Chicago, and we enjoyed seeing
the Midwest so green and growing, the Great Plains, the Rockies, the Great
Salt Lake (and related salt flats) and the Sierras.

We’ve already seen both of our children–and their children–multiple times,
and we are picking up our grandson Jasper after day camp in Mill Valley, CA
today for the second time this week.

Sonoma is bustling with summer tourists, and Peets Coffee opened a nice new
store on Monday about 10 minutes walk from our house! Very thoughtful of
them! It may become Chuck’s new downtown office!

While we are very stimulated by our new surroundings, we also miss our
friends in Walpole and are eager to get your news. Please make note of our
contact information below and keep in touch using the phone numbers, Skype
and G-Mail addresses below.

With warm regards, Chuck and Sue Bingaman

438 Chase Street
Sonoma, CA 95476
(Chuck) 603-313-0500 or (Sue) 603-313-1511
(Chuck) bing390@gmail.com
(Sue) slbingaman@gmail.com
Skype: bing390

Gale Davis wanted me to remind everyone that this Sunday is Cruise Night. – Lil

The Real Twist Soft Serve Ice Cream stand in Walpole, NH will hold its next Classic Car Cruise Night, weather permitting, on Sunday, July 14th, from 5 till dark. Here’s a chance for the whole family to enjoy a Sunday evening looking at old and antique cars, while enjoying a soft serve ice cream or frozen yogurt.  There will be live music by Doc Vinnie Dibernardo (vet on-call duties permitting). Anyone who brings his classic car to show will get a free regular sized sundae. Everyone visiting can get free jimmies, diptop or flavorburst with any cup or cone. Make sure to enter the drawing for gift certificates to the Real Twist or Real to Reel!

The Real Twist is located next to Real to Reel Video at the North Meadow Plaza in Walpole. It is open noon – 9:00 PM, seven days a week. Enjoy your ice cream outside, in the lovely garden, or under the porch.

Future 2013 Season Cruise Nights are scheduled for  August 11^th ,  and September 1^st . See you there!

Just had a nice chat with the new coach of the Fall Mountain Cheerleading Team, Chris Fecteau.  His goal for the team is have them more visible in our communities as well as getting more fans out to the games. In the final analysis he hopes to have more people supporting our home teams. – Lil

At the end of the month, the team will be attending a cheerleading camp at Dennison College.  To do this they are working on fundraising and holding a CAR WASH this Saturday at the Fire Station in Walpole from 11:00 to 3:00.  Cost of the car wash is by donation.  Chris also said that other students, including incoming freshman, who might be interested in becoming part of this new team, they should be sure they look him up at the car wash so he can give them more information.  His enthusiasm might even convince me to attend! :-)

While he didn’t want this to spotlight the coach, it is pretty nice to note that Chris was part of a national award winning team at Hofstra University.  Nice to have things like that in your resume.

Janet also sent along the minutes from the Workshop Session.  Don’t know what I would do without her but she would probably like to try and find out! – Lil

TOWN OF WALPOLE

PLANNING BOARD WORKSHOP SESSION

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Members Present:        Robert Miller (Vice-Chair); James Aldrich, Henry Fletcher

Alternates:                   Steve Dalessio, Jeff White

Others Present:             Elaine Heleen

CALL TO ORDER:  Mr. R. Miller called the Workshop Session to order at 7:04 PM in the Walpole Town Hall Downstairs Office.

Town Well Source Protection Ordinance:  Mr. R. Miller, Mr. Dalessio and Mr. Marcom are representing the Planning Board (PB) on the Town Well Source Protection Ordinance Committee.  Mr. R. Miller reported that there have been two meetings to-date with quite a bit of information being provided.  The committee’s next meeting is on July 24^th.  The folks on this committee are committed to protecting the Town water supply.  After they get the verbiage from the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) on the Petition, as it was presented and voted upon, the committee will review it and then schedule a Joint Meeting of this committee with the ZBA and PB.  The members discussed the Petition and how they will need to address some proposals that come before them.  Mr. R. Miller felt that all members should have a copy of the “Town Well Source Protection Ordinance” to read therefore copies will be made and distributed at the next regular PB meeting.

Adjournment:  There being no Other Business, Mr. R. Miller declared that this Workshop Session was adjourned.  The time was 7:58 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Regina Borden, Recording Secretary

(Note:  These are unapproved Minutes.  Corrections, if necessary, will be found in the Minutes of the July 9, 2013, Planning Board meeting.)

cc:  PB, ZBA, WCC, Town Offices, BOS

Posted:  Town Hall Lobby, Burdick’s Market, Walpolean