Meeting Minutes
Town of LeicesterSelectboard Meeting MinutesTuesday, October 17, 2016*Unapproved*** See subsequent minutes for any changes Members Present: Diane Benware, Tom Barker, Brad Lawes, Ron Fiske Others Present: Julie Delphia, Arlan Pidgeon, Dave Crane, Sandra Trombley, Secretary Call to Order: Meeting called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chair. Pledge of Allegiance: Review of Agenda: Appointment to PC and ZBA under New Business. Approval of October 3, 2016 minutes: Motion by Brad and second by Ron to approve minutes of October 3, 2016 as written. 3 in favor. Diane abstained. So approved. Review/Authorization to Pay Bills: Julie reported that all the appropriations and assessments are in the bills. Motion by Tom and second by Brad to approve bills. All in favor. So approved. White Building Furnace: Dave Crane reported that he came and met with Sweeps, LLC at the white building to look at the chimney and give a couple different chimney options. Dave did look at the quote they presented. Dave went over the current problems with the chimney and how it is vented and the furnace and gave some suggestions on heating options for the white building and Town Shed. Tom suggested they table the proposal for chimney repairs from Sweeps, LLC until they have more information. Dave will write up a proposal for a new gas furnace install with direct vent service for the November 7th meeting. He will also write up a proposal for a LP gas Modine for the Town Shed. Julie will contact some propane companies for price per gallon quotes for a 500 gallon tank. Reports from Town Officials, Committees: Town Clerk/Treasurer: Julie reported she is collecting taxes and today is the last day. She thinks delinquents will be around $110,000 - $130,000 and with current delinquents, the total delinquents will be around $200,000. The election is coming November 8th. Julie will need counters. She asked the Board to keep their schedules open for election. Julie wanted to discuss why the date for taxes was moved to October 15th. It seemed to be because of the election date. Julie wanted the Board to think about a date after November 15th because the problem is; she is still getting information from the State about homestead declaration and tax credits at the beginning of November. Under the current system she is either refunding taxpayer money or taxpayers are paying money they don’t owe because they will be getting a tax credit. This would need to be put in front of the voters. Some towns are December 1st. Road Foreman: Arlan reported they installed sanders on the trucks, got the shoulders done and hauled a few loads of sand. Arlan asked what they wanted to do with the old chloride truck. Board confirmed to put it out to bid for best offer for a 1986 cab & chasse Ford LTL 9000 parts truck with tank and cradle. Interested person to call Tom. Arlan will look around for another replacement. Arlan purchased an Alamo mower and tractor to cut brush. Scott would like to do roadside mowing, or they would have Steve mow. Cemetery Committee: Health Officer: Weight Permits: CORRESPONDENCE: NEW BUSINESS: Planning & ZBA Appointment: Diane reported that Tom Drew agreed to serve on the Zoning and Planning Boards. Motion by Tom and second by Brad to appoint Tom Drew to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board. All in favor. So approved. Julie will notify Tom. Julie received confirmation from VLCT that Jeff McDonough can serve on the Zoning Board, indefinitely, or the DRB. Tom mentioned that there is someone else that might be interested in both boards. He suggested she come to one of their meetings. OLD BUSINESS: Seeking a Replacement: Diane will advertise in Leicester news seeking a replacement for Mark Stacey. Letters of interest needed by the November 7th meeting. Diane mentioned that there is a letter of interest from John Rouse, which will be placed in the letters of interest file. BUILDING NEEDS: Brad’s crew finished the roofing on the white building. Brad went over the invoice with the Board. Tom talked about the 5x10 ramp/bridge and hatchway cover of the brick building needing repair. Tom thought that perhaps Brad’s crew could work on the project. Motions by Tom and second by Ron to have Brad’s crew do the work. 3 in favor. Brad abstained.So approved. HIGHWAY CONCERNS/NEEDS: Town Shed: All agreed that the Town Shed looks very nice with the new siding. Arlan requested a new sign; white with blue letters. Julie will get a quote. Diane thought the little door needs a coat of paint and the front roof trim needs antirust paint. Board agreed. LIMITED PUBLIC OPINION: EXECUTIVE SESSION: Motion by Tom and second by Brad to adjourn at 7:55 p.m. Next Meeting: Tuesday, November 7, 2016 Respectfully submitted, Sandra L. TrombleySelectboard Secretary