Present: Paul Sullivan, Fred Childs (Selectmen) and Russell McAllister (Town Administrator). Jack Sapia arrived later in the meeting.

Mr. Childs opened the meeting with a moment of silence.

New vehicle Purchase (Chrysler) - $2,200

The public hearing was opened at 7:32pm. Chief Consentino addressed the Board relative to the replacement vehicle for the Chrysler New Yorker. It was explained that a used 1998 Mercury Marquis had been located for a cost of $4,000 to replace the New Yorker for Elderly Services. The breakout of funding sources is listed in the table below.

The disposal of the Chrysler would be by bid. Mr. Sullivan asked about the number of vehicles in the PD and Elderly Affairs. Chief Consentino noted that there is three vehicles in Elderly Affairs and 7 vehicles in the PD. Public comments were solicited. Hearing none Mr. Childs made the motion to close the public hearing. Mr. Sullivan seconded. The public hearing adjourned at approximately 7:35pm.

Chief Consentino noted that there had been several black bear sightings throughout town and the proper agency to contact is Fish & Game. Chief Consentino next explained that the department had lost a Trustee to clean the PD. He asked if the Board would allow the PD to hire a custodian for a couple of days a week to help clean the PD. The Board asked several questions and decided to take the issue under advisement. Chief Consentino next explained the difficulty he was having with finding an entity to finance the wheel chair van lease.

Un-inspected vehicles

Jim Kirsch addressed the Board relative to a complaint he had received about unregistered / un-inspected vehicles at 8 Stickney Road along with unfinished siding on the house. He noted that June Pasterman, President of the Hemlock Heights Association, made the complaint. Dave Bushnek, who is the property owner, was present along with Ms. Pasterman. Discussion ensued relative to the issue. Mr. Bushnek agreed to have the inoperable cars removed and to complete the siding job that was started several years ago. The Board determined that Mr. Bushnek was responsible for removing the inoperable vehicles from the lot by July 2^nd. Mr. Bushnek was allowed to place a vehicle inside the garage and register and inspect another 2 vehicles. Mr. Bushnek was given until the end of July to complete the siding on his house. Mr. Bushnek agreed.

The TA presented the Town Warrant for Board review. It was explained that the Dyke Auditorium was unavailable. However, the Atkinson Academy Gymnasium was available. The Board agreed to hold the meeting there.

The TA pointed out that the MS-2 was incorrect because the amount listed for the library project was $1,734,000, which was the amount of the bond. The total cost of the project was $2,724,000 and that was the amount to be listed on the corrected form. The TA noted that the corrected amount was on the MS-2 and needed signatures.

The TA noted that the well was down to a depth of 1,124 feet and yields approximately 50GPM. Northeastgeo has determined that the yield is adequate for HVAC needs. The VAC truck costs estimated at $4,000 came in under budget at $1,725 less than the budgeted amount of $2,275. Other good news includes actual drilling savings as the depth of 1,300 feet represented the depth on which drilling costs were based on. Given that the well depth was over 200’ less, there will be an adjustment on the final billing, too. Attached are the bills to date.

VAC Truck Services $ 2,275

The Board reviewed correspondence from the Tower Committee and noted that they were interested in reviewing an RFP.

Mr. Sullivan commended Fire Chief Murphy for ensuring that contractors building the Kindergarten classrooms were following life safety codes. It was noted that the State Fire Marshall shut the job down until a fire sprinkler plan was presented. The Board discussed having School Board members attend a meeting to better understand the construction project and improve communication.

The issue of the library project was discussed. Mr. Sullivan noted that the project was progressing and that a request for qualifications was issued and a pre-qualified group of contractors responded. Mr. Sapia expressed his opinion that the bid process should be open to all interested parties. Heated discussion ensued with respect to the issue between Messer’s Sapia and Sullivan. The Board agreed to invite the Library Trustees to a Board meeting to provide a status update.

Mr. Sapia noted that resumes for the position of Assistant Town Clerk were available for review and that members should go through the packet in preparation for scheduling interviews.

Mr. Childs brought the issue of replacing a trustee assigned to the cemetery with a part-time position working three days a week 8 hours a day. The Board agreed to take it under advisement.

There being no further business to come before the Board Mr. Sullivan made the motion to adjourn. Mr. Childs seconded. The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:00pm

Respectfully,

Russell McAllister

Town Administrator

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Jack Sapia, Chair

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Paul Sullivan

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Fred Childs