by admin | Jun 20, 2023 | Board of Selectmen Minutes
Meeting began at 6:00 pm. Present were Selectmen Cloutier, Stohl and Campbell.
Checks and manifests were reviewed and signed.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Campbell, the Board approved the minutes of the May 10, 2023 meeting.
An e-mail was reviewed from Nancy Gray (Great North Woods Center for the Arts) updating the Board on plans for the Blessing of the Bikes event.
A letter was received from the State of New Hampshire regarding a culvert replacement project on US Route 3 to be done in 2024.
At 6:22 pm Stacey Campbell entered the meeting to thank the Board for the use of the Town Hall by the Methodist Church for their recent yard sale.
A Warrant was signed for the lst installment of the 2023 Property Taxes In the amount of $690,915.00.
An Intent to Cut Form (Supplemental) was signed for Benjamin Boucher.
Selectman Campbell left the meeting at 6:25 pm.
Meeting adjourned at 6:45 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Parkhurst, Secretary
Board of Selectmen
by admin | Jun 20, 2023 | Board of Selectmen Minutes
Meeting began at 6:00 pm. Present were Selectmen Cloutier, Stohl and Campbell. Members of the public present: Town Treasurer, Carrie Klebe, and Beth Gourdreau.
Carrie Klebe explained to the Board that she would like Sophie Goudreau to be appointed Deputy Treasurer. Town Clerk Marcia Parkhurst administered the Oath of Office to Mrs. Goudreau. Marcia will prepare the paperwork for the Board’s signature at the next meeting. Mrs. Klebe also asked permission to purchase a laptop for use by the Treasurer. At the present time, Mrs. Klebe keeps the books on her own personal computer but that would create a problem if the Deputy had to step in and take over. The Board voted to have Mrs. Klebe purchase a laptop that would fit her needs. Mrs. Klebe and Mrs. Goudreau left the meeting at 6:15 pm.
Mail was reviewed.
Checks and manifests were reviewed and signed.
On a motion made by Selectman Campbell and seconded by Selectman Stohl the Board approved the minutes of the April 26th meeting.
The Board signed letters to the four utility companies requesting information for assessor George Sansoucy to update their values.
Marcia informed the Board that she had spoken to Rebecca in Sansoucy’s office regarding assessing of the new internet towers and an update of the existing cell tower. They requested information, which Marcia has already provided. Sansoucy’s office will be getting back to us with a contract and price for performing that extra work for the Town.
Marcia informed the Board that at the next meeting the Tax Warrant for the lst installment of the 2023 property taxes would be ready for signature. At the present time, the Town has only about $40,000 in outstanding taxes.
Selectman Campbell brought up the subject of the Town’s Emergency Management Plan, which needs to be updated according to the State. After much discussion, the Board decided to not take any further action at this time.
The Board discussed a question from a resident on Marshall Hill regarding a culvert. Selectman Cloutier will get in touch with the homeowner.
Meeting adjourned at 7:32 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Parkhurst, Secretary
Board of Selectmen
by admin | Jun 20, 2023 | Board of Selectmen Minutes
Meeting began at 6:00 pm. Present were Selectmen Cloutier, Stohl and Campbell.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Cloutier the Board approved the minutes of the April 12, 2023 meeting.
Checks and manifests were reviewed and signed.
An Intent to Excavate for Norman Cloutier was approved.
Mail was reviewed.
Bids for mowing the Town buildings and cemeteries. Motion made by Selectman Cloutier and seconded by Selectman Campbell, to hold up on opening and awarding the mowing bids until Marcia has a chance to check the mail and e-mails.
A letter was received from Robert Gooch regarding his mowing the cemetery next to his home for three times during the summer. On a motion made by Selectman Cloutier and seconded by Selectman Stohl the Board approved this request.
The Board reviewed a Wetlands Permit Application from the State of NH concerning a culvert replacement on Route 3.
The Board signed the Fire Warden Re-appointment Forms.
Meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Parkhurst, Secretary (minutes taken by Selectman Campbell)
Board of Selection
by admin | Jun 20, 2023 | Board of Selectmen Minutes
Meeting began at 6:00 pm. Present were Selectmen Cloutier, Stohl and Campbell.
Mail was reviewed.
Checks and manifests were signed.
Four (4) Intent to Excavate Forms were signed and approved for Pike Industries.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Cloutier, the Board approved two new policies (Event Policy and Use of Town Facilities).
The Board approved an application for the Trinity Methodist Church to use the Town Hall for a “yard sale” the first weekend of May. On a motion made by Selectman Campbell and seconded by Selectman Stohl, the Board voted to waive the insurance requirement.
The Board approved an application for the Manchester Motorcycle Club to hold the annual Blessing of the Bikes at the Great North Woods Center for the Arts on the last Saturday in June. It was noted that they had furnished us with all the necessary paperwork such as insurance certificate, DOT permit, etc. On a motion made by Selectman Cloutier and seconded by Selectman Stohl, the Board approved this application.
The Board signed an Excavation Tax Warrant in the amount of $3.50.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Campbell, the Board approved the minutes of the March 22, 2023 meeting.
The Board approved the appointment of Benjamin Adair as a Deputy Forest Warden at the recommendation of Warden Peter Dion.
The Board reviewed a list from the State of New Hampshire regarding “red listed” town bridges. It was noted that we have one on this list.
The Board signed an Emergency Preparedness Plan prepared by and for the Columbia House.
Marcia informed the Board that she would be placing an ad in the newspaper asking for bids to mow the Town Hall and Town Office this summer. Bids will be opened at the next meeting.
The Board discussed requesting bids for the mowing of the cemeteries. It was decided to specify that the cemeteries should be mowed 10 times (2 each in May, June, July and August and one each in September and October). Marcia will put this in the newspaper also with bids to be opened at the next meeting.
The Board reviewed bank reconciliations for all of the Town’s accounts.
The Board discussed getting in touch with Bianci Memorials in Derby regarding stone repairs, etc. in the Columbia Bridge Cemetery. Marcia will contact them and set up a meeting with the Board. It was noted that we have approximate4ly $22,000 in the Cemetery Maintenance Trust Fund.
A letter was signed to be sent to Gary Puglisi regarding his unpaid 2020 property taxes and the Town’s ability to take it by Tax Deed.
Selectman Campbell informed the other Board members that he had done some research into storm windows for the Town Hall. He said that he had spoken with Stratford Windows in Colebrook. He stated that he had toured their facility and was very impressed with the workmanship. He said that the big windows would cost $2,534.04 and the small ones would be $1,702.75 for a total of $3,744.74. After discussion, a motion was made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Cloutier, to have Selectman Campbell order the windows.
Marcia informed the Board that the Town’s website has been updated by Roxanne Herres and encouraged them to look at it. One of the new features is that forms, such as the building application, are now in PDF form and easier to print out.
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Parkhurst, Secretary
Board of Selectmen
by admin | Jun 14, 2023 | Board of Selectmen Minutes
Meeting began at 5:55 pm. Present were Selectmen Cloutier, Stohl and Campbell, Members of the pubic present: Treasurer Carrie Klebe.
Ms. Klebe came to the meeting to request that the Board pass and sign a resolution so that she can add the new Deputy Treasurer, Sophie Goudreau, to the Town’s bank accounts. On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Cloutier, the Board passed the resolution. The Board also signed letters addressed to the Citizens Bank, Bangor Bank and Northway Bank adding the Deputy Treasurer to the accounts. Ms. Klebe left the meeting at 6:15 pm.
Mail was reviewed.
Checks and manifests were signed.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Campbell, the Board approved a tax abatement in the amount of $3,472.00 for the Great North Woods Center for the Arts.
The Board reviewed and signed a Land Use Change Tax bill and warrant in the amount of $2,040.00.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Campbell, the Board approved the minutes of the May 24, 2023 meeting.
The board signed a Road Liability Waiver for Christopher Snow on Meridan Hill Road.
The Board and reviewed an amended contract with George Sansoucy. This new contract includes assessing services for cell towers and internet towers.
Marcia informed the Board that approximately 20% of the first installment property taxes have been received. The on-line option continues to be used frequently.
The Board signed letters to various property owners who have cell towers and/or internet towns on their property asking that they forward information to George Sansoucy to be used in his valuation of the properties.
The Board reviewed the Report of Wood Cut forms in order for Marcia to prepare the Yield Tax Warrant and bills for signature at the next meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 7:40 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Parkhurst, Town Clerk
by Super User | Apr 7, 2023 | Board of Selectmen Minutes
Meeting began at 6:00 pm. Present were Selectmen Cloutier, Stohl and Campbell.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Campbell, the Board voted to elect Selectman Cloutier as Chairman of the Board. Motion passed by voice vote.
Mail was reviewed.
Checks and manifests were reviewed and signed.
The Board signed the MS232 (Report of Appropriations Actually voted.)
Chairman Cloutier signed the MS-60A.
On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Cloutier, the Board approved the minutes of the March 8, 2023 meeting.
Stacey Campbell entered the meeting at 6:00 pm. Mrs. Campbell was looking for permission from the Board to use the Town Hall parking lot for a Methodist Church Yard sale on May 5th & 6th. She explained that the church was hoping that if they had more “public exposure” that they would do better on their fundraiser. Selectman Stohl stated that he had no problem with the group using the parking lot but that he would rather they use the hall itself. After discussion, the Board voted to let the group use the hall with the understanding that the property must be cleaned and returned to its present condition when done. The Board discussed having a policy and application to cover requests like this. Marcia will see if we have anything and, if not, draft something for the Board to review. Ms. Campbell left the meeting at 6:30 pm.
On a motion made by Selectman Campbell and seconded by Selectman Stohl, the Board voted to enter non-public session at 6:35 per RSA 91-A:3(c),
On a motion made by Selectman Cloutier and seconded by Selectman Stohl, the Board voted to re-enter public session at 7:03 pm.
A quote for roadside mowing was received from David White. It was noted that the amount is the same as last year. On a motion made by Selectman Stohl and seconded by Selectman Cloutier, the Board voted to accept Mr. White’s bid.
Marcia informed the Board that she had sent the Town Report to Roxanne Herres to be included on the Town’s website.
Marcia informed the Board that she had contact George Sansoucy’s office regarding assessing the internet towers in Town owned by Netafy.
An e-mail was received from Nancy Gray (GNWCA) regarding the Motorcycle Blessing that they are planning to hold on June 25th. The event is being hosted by the Manchester Motorcycle Club and will be held at the Arts Center. Mrs. Gray was looking for any instructions or things that the Town would like to see. The Board had two issues:
- Police present at both the north and south ends.
- Parking on the side where the Arts center is only. No using the Brunault lot across the road.
Marcia will look to see what we have for an event policy and/or application.
The Board discussed a request from the Town of Stewartstown to hire someone to haul in some gravel at the transfer station. Marcia will call Stewartstown and tell them that is okay with us.
Marcia informed the Board that the Tax Collector would be executing tax liens for the 2022 taxes on Monday. Also, the tax liens for the 2020 taxes are due for tax deeding on that day also. At the present time, there are five properties eligible for tax deeding. Marcia gave the Board members a list of those properties. At the present time, there is only around $46,000.00 total outstanding in property taxes.
Planning Board Chairman Scott DeBlois left a message for the Board regarding the St. Pierre situation. He said that he had spoken to Mrs. St. Pierre and that she would be removing the mobile home from her property.
On a motion made by Selectman Campbell and seconded by Selectman Stohl, the Board voted to give Marcia a raise.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Marcia Parkhurst, Secretary
Board of Selectmen
