Mr. Sapia opened the public hearing with a moment of silence for the troops serving overseas.

Jim Kirsch, Code Enforcement: Mr. Kirsch reports to the Board of Selectmen a homeowner had a retaining wall which had become dangerous. The Road Agent told the homeowner to build the wall 9 feet off the pavement. The homeowner built the wall 4 feet within the right-of-way. He was given until April 30 to correct the situation. Ted Stewart has said there are RSA violations, and the homeowner has not rectified the problem. Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Stewart did a drive by when the permits were pulled and the problems were noted. The homeowner was told of the violation and built the wall in the right-of-way anyway. The homeowner also built a swale where there should not be one. Obstructions cannot be put in the right-of-way. The wall needs to be moved back roughly 4 feet. Mr. Kirsch will inform the homeowner that the Board of Selectmen has instructed him to move the wall back 4 feet.

Deb DeSimone, Tax Collector: Ms. DeSimone reports to the Board of Selectmen that the tax bills are being sent out in the morning. There were issues with the printer and the folding machine, but all have been handled and the bills will be going out. Ms. DeSimone also addresses the Board of Selectmen regarding her May 26 cemetery visit and how beautiful the cemetery was. She would like to recognize the efforts of Ray and Ginny Morrelli for all of their efforts in keeping the cemetery beautiful.

Police Department Report:

Chief Consentino and Lt. Baldwin report to the Board of Selectmen regarding the mutual aid agreement. The agreement requires the signature of the Board of Selectmen chair and the Police Chief because it is governed by a membership group of officers, paramedics and negotiators. This entity is similar to what hazmat is to the fire department. The entity specializes in assisting the community in areas such as special threats or pandemic situations. Mr. Sullivan thinks it is a great idea. Mr. Childs has not had a chance to review the package, but thinks it is a good idea as well. Mr. Childs asks what if the budget committee does not budget for it. The Commander of the entity is allowing the Town to participate now contingent upon paying the fee of $5,000. Mr. Sullivan inquires as to where the $5,000 will come from. Chief Consentino informs the Board that it will not appear until the 2008 budget. Mr. Sapia feels this is a necessity, and it is nice having this resource with the other communities. Mr. Sapia feels this is a small price to pay for this type of coverage.

Chief Consentino reports the police and elderly affairs stats for May 2007. There was a discussion regarding the community center. The entrance has now been paved with an expanded entrance as well as a large parking lot. Chief Consentino has written a letter to DOT regarding obtaining reduced speed signs, but he has not received a response. Chief Consentino has written a memorandum regarding a street light to be placed at 3 Island Pond Road, but has not received a response. He will follow up on this issue.

Chief Consentino received a check from the insurance in the amount of $1,674 for the cruiser that was involved in an accident. The TA sent an e-mail to the Chief that $1,674 was received by the insurance company and placed in the general fund. The Board of Selectmen must approve removal of the monies, and it be written from the line item in the budget. The auditor says the insurance check should be put in the maintenance line to be withdrawn to purchase a new vehicle. If this process is approved, the Town will hold a public meeting to withdraw the money to purchase a new vehicle. Chief Consentino will set up a public hearing to withdraw the funds.

There has been a request from Life Is Not Done to make a donation to put up a stone wall with lights with a sign which says entering Atkinson. They are willing to donate the materials, labor, etc. They would like to bring in draft renditions. The sign would be valued at $4,000-$5,000. This will require a public hearing, and a discussion of placement must be held because of the right-of-way.

Bids for the van were accepted on June 4, 2007 from Motions Automobile Specialists for $45,5000; Ride Away for $42,343; and Mobility Solutions for $44,995. The Board of Selectmen will have Chief Consentino and the TA review the bids and Chief Consentino will return next Monday.

Chief Consentino discusses with the board the wheelchair van which he wanted to donate to a Danville family in need of a van. A Danville resident questioned Chief Consentino having the right to donate the van without the Board of Selectmen voting on the issue. The Town has received a check in the amount of $750 and now because money is involved, the Board of Selectmen are having second thoughts about donating the van. The only person interested in purchasing the van lives in Tilton, NH and wants the Town to bring the van to Tilton for inspection. Chief Consentino does not feel this sale will go through. Town Counsel has advised that the Town go forward with the process of a public sale, but the Board of Selectmen would like to donate the van to the Danville family. Mr. Sapia would like the Board to entertain a motion pending legal advice, to sell the van to the Danville family for $1,00.

Mr. Sapia thanks Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Mangini, Noriko, the Fire Department and the veterans for their efforts in making the Memorial Day parade a success. He also thanks all those involved in the dedication of the Edwards playground.

Sue Killam, Planning Board: Ms. Killam presents to the Board of Selectmen regarding unfinished commercial site plans. Letters have been sent out to owners of buildings on Industrial Way to come in to discuss the status of their site plans. The Town is holding bonds on these sites until the site plans are complete. Two owners have plans that are not complete, but are occupying and using their buildings. The Planning Board does not have oversite after the Board of Selectmen grants approval for certificates of occupancy. She would like the Board of Selectmen to consider pulling the bonds or consider revoking the site plans. Ms. Killam informs the Board of Selectmen that certificates of occupancy should not be granted until the site plans are inspected and completed. There is an owner looking to be granted a certificate of occupancy, but Ms. Killam has informed the owner that the Town Engineer needs to survey the site to determine if the site plan is completed. Another owner has occupied his site for a number of years, has been told to complete his site plan, but has never done so. Town Counsel suggests the Board of Selectmen use the bond to put the job out for bid, since the owner has no intention to complete the site plan on his own. A public hearing must be held where the owner can attend. Mr. Sapia suggests inquiring of the owner his timeframe in completing the work. Ms. Killam will notify the owners of their incomplete site plans. Ms. Killam also informs the Board of Selectmen that the Planning Board would like to present a job description and have input on Shirley Galvin’s replacement. Ms. Killam feels the planning, zoning, health and building department should all have some input on the replacement.

Roofing Bid Recommendations: Dave Weymouth recommended $11,300 to repair the roof. Chimney reflashing would be $750, gutter replacement would be $2,800. Mr. Childs recalls $17,000 being appropriated for repairs. Mr. Childs was involved in the original budget and will abstain from voting. The Budget Committee should have a copy of the original quote Mr. Childs submitted. The Board of Selectmen will take this issue under advisement.

Old Business: Mr. Sullivan advises the Board that the well work will begin this week. Mr. Sullivan asks Ms. Killam about FEMA, and Ms. Killam states there is nothing new to report. The Planning Board will put this issue on the agenda for discussion. The Board of Selectmen would like to bring back the FEMA representative for another discussion.

The Board of Selectmen met with Town Counsel, and it was decided there would be one Town Meeting for the memorial and water withdrawal issues.

New Business: The Board of Selectmen discussed the appointments to the Tower Committee. Mr. Childs suggested leaving the former members on the committee as nonvoting members, but was informed that only those on the warrant article can be on the committee. Mr. Childs questions as to why Ted Stewart was appointed to the committee. Ms. Killam informs him he was appointed as a nonvoting member, that it is a public meeting and anyone can attend. But Mr. Childs questions the fact the Board of Selectmen received a memorandum that Mr. Stewart was appointed.

Mr. Sapia is concerned that people are parking in an area marked for emergency vehicles only at Pope Field. He suggested the asphalt be painted yellow to prevent vehicles from being parked there. Mr. Childs suggested that cones be placed in the area. The Board of Selectmen will speak to Ted Stewart regarding this issue.

Mr. Sapia thanks all the businesses for their donations and the seniors at the Community Center who donated $1,000 towards the new playground equipment.

Respectfully

Raelene McBride

Recording Secretary

Jack Sapia, Chair

Paul Sullivan

Fred Childs